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Agriculture News

April 19, 2022

Nigeria has received ₦139.5 billion from the World Bank in the last two years to boost agricultural development, Agriculture Minister, Akinwumi Adesina, said at the concluded All Nigerian Editors’ Conference in Asaba. He said, “Nearly N62 billion of the amount was specifically pumped into irrigation development. The African Development Bank (ADB) had provided nearly ₦77.5 billion to … Continue reading Nigeria Gets N139 Bn from World Bank to Boost Agriculture – Minister

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Entertainment SPORTS

April 19, 2022

D’Tigers won its final group game against Cameroon on Sunday, coming from behind to record a well deserved victory. The Nigerian Men’s Basketball team was without some key players who were missing due to injury, but had enough quality in its arsenal to shoot down the Cameroonians 91- 84. Ike Diogu stole the show once … Continue reading D’Tigers Win… Again

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Entertainment SPORTS

April 19, 2022

One of Nigeria’s golden boys at this year’s African Cup of Nations, Victor Moses, seems to be his on way out of Stamford Bridge. He is on the brink of making a season-long loan to Merseyside giants, Liverpool, after moving down the pecking order with the arrivals of Kevin De Bruyne and Andre Schurrle. Also … Continue reading Moses on His Way out of Chelsea

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TECH

April 19, 2022

Wondering who to follow on Twitter this weekend? The more you know about the society, the better a citizen of the world you will be. For engaging discourse that will go a long way in increasing your social awareness, the following accounts are recommended: @obyezeks Bio: A fiercely passionate believer in the public good of … Continue reading Who to Follow on Twitter: Social Commentators

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SPORTS

April 19, 2022

The Nigerian D’Tigers wrapped up its second game last Friday, August 23, 2013, with an 18-point win over the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), but faces a tough Cameroonian team on Sunday, August 25. Alade Aminu led D’Tigers in scoring, amassing 23 points along with 9 rebounds. Ike Diogu, co-captain of the team, recorded a … Continue reading D’Tigers Records Win Over Congo, Faces Tough Cameroon on Sunday

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Entertainment SPORTS

April 19, 2022

Super Eagles’ coach Stephen Keshi has invited 42 players for the World Cup qualifier against Malawi next month. The coach invited both home-based and foreign stars for the all important game. The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has, however, asked Keshi to trim down the squad to 33 players. The NFF noted that some of the … Continue reading Keshi Invites 42 Players for Malawi Match

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Entertainment SPORTS

April 19, 2022

Nigeria’s Men Basketball team, D’Tigers, dismantled their West African counterparts, Mali, to win their first game at the Afrobasket Championship in Abidjan. D’Tigers recorded a comfortable 74-59 victory over Mali, to secure their first win and top Group D. Ike Diogu was the star of the show, amassing 19 points and 7 rebounds. He was … Continue reading D’Tigers off to a Flying Start

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News

April 19, 2022

Members of the United Nations Security Council have welcomed the peaceful conclusion of a special transitional regime established by an agreement between Cameroon and Nigeria concerning the Bakassi Peninsula. In a statement, the 15-member body praised the Governments of Cameroon and Nigeria “for their commitment in honouring their obligations to comply with the decisions of … Continue reading Security Council Praises Nigeria for Bakassi Peninsula Transition

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Events

April 19, 2022

Nature’s Gentle Touch and Make Me Beauty Place present The Root of the Matter Nature’s Gentle Touch and Make Me Beauty Place will be showcasing the best hair care practices that are ideal for the African hair this weekend. Free hair consultation and treatment will be available for those who attend. Admission is free. Venue: Make Me … Continue reading Events This Weekend, August 22nd — 25th

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BUSINESS TECH

April 19, 2022

Gionee Communications has launched its flagship smartphone, the GioneeElife E6 in Nigeria. The phone, according to Jack Yung, Manager for its African operations, “is a full High Definition (HD) Smartphone that comes in sleek, elegant and classic design, with long battery life that suits the African market.” “The smartphone has a unibody design, a resolution … Continue reading Gionee Launches Elife E6 Smartphone in Nigeria

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BUSINESS TECH

April 19, 2022

MoneyGram, an international money transfer company, is partnering with eTranzact’s PocketMoni to allow accessibility to Nigerian mobile users all over the world. This will allow users of PocketMoni to receive money internationally. PocketMoni – which works on all GSM networks – would enable customers carry out their transactions with ease, without having to face the … Continue reading MoneyGram Brings International Money Transfer to PocketMoni

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Arts

April 19, 2022

After 3 years of serenading lovers of good music with jazz, Lagos Jazz Series is set and ready to come back with its fourth edition. This eagerly anticipated four-day event is poised to become the biggest music festival in Africa, bringing in performers from across the world. This epic event is also a melting pot not just … Continue reading Lagos Jazz Series 2013 – A Present before Christmas

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BUSINESS TECH

April 19, 2022

Interdist Alliances, a platinum level member in Oracle PartnerNetwork, OPN, and value added distributor, has opened an Oracle Partner Hub in Nigeria to deepen Oracle’s global partner support initiative. The hub, which is located at Interdist Alliances’offices in Lagos, is also operated by Interdist Alliances. Speaking on the occasion, Alliance and Channel Senior Director, Oracle Middle East … Continue reading Oracle Opens Partner Hub in Nigeria

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Blog of the Week Relationships

April 19, 2022

Naija Husband is a blog centred on interactions between a “not-so-typical Nigerian husband and his wife.” The blogger, NaijaHusband, originally set up the blog with a mission to change the image our society has of the typical Nigerian husband, one post at a time. He has since been joined by NaijaWife who adds even more … Continue reading Blog of the Week: Naija Husband

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ECONOMY News

April 19, 2022

The United States President, Barack Obama has invited President Goodluck Jonathan for talks in Washington, according to a letter delivered by Wendy Sherman, United States Under-Secretary of State for Political Affairs and the lead representative of the United States to the US/Nigeria Bi-National commission meeting. According to the Under-Secretary of State, President Obama is inviting … Continue reading United States President Invites President Jonathan for Talks

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