29 Mar, 2026
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Oyo Governor promises to pay N70,000 minimum wage

The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Saturday, declared that his administration would commence the payment of the N70,000 minimum wage once the issue of consequential salary adjustment has been addressed. This was contained in a statement made available to journalists by his Special Adviser on Media, Sulaimon Olanrewaju, in Ibadan, the state capital. Makinde […]

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Immigration launches contactless biometric passport capture

In a landmark development, the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) has introduced a new contactless biometric capture system, which will transform the passport application process. This innovative technology allows applicants to seamlessly complete the process from the comfort of their homes or workplaces using their mobile devices. Speaking at the unveiling event yesterday, Comptroller General of […]

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Meta launches new program making it easier to earn on Facebook [How it works]

Meta on Wednesday announced the launch of its Content Monetization beta program for Facebook in a move aimed at improving the earning potential of content creators. This initiative, revealed on Wednesday, combines three key monetization tools—In-stream ads, Ads on Reels, and the Performance bonus—allowing creators to monetize a broader array of content types, including Reels, […]

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Warren Buffet sells Bank of America Shares worth $10 billion

Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway has sold around $10 billion worth of Bank of America shares, reducing its stake by nearly a quarter.  This move follows his earlier decision to cut his Apple holding by 56%, surprising investors with two major divestments from what were his largest equity positions.  Berkshire offloaded 239 million Bank of America […]

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BREAKING: Tinubu bows to reps’ pressure, confers GCON on Speaker Abbas

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has conferred the nation’s second highest national honour, the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger, on the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas. This follows a protest by members of the lower chamber of the National Assembly. In his 64th Independence Anniversary Speech on  October 1, Tinubu […]

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Taraba renames Government House after T.Y. Danjuma

The Taraba State Government on Friday unveiled the renamed and remodelled Taraba Government House as T.Y. Danjuma House. The Deputy Governor and chairman of the organising committee, Aminu Alkali, said that the decision was to appreciate Mr Danjuma for his uncommon contributions to the development of the state. According to him, the state government found […]

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Ajaero Accuses FG Of Planting Wanted British National At NLC Headquarters

President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Joe Ajaero, has accused the Nigerian government of planting Andrew Wynne, a wanted British national, at the headquarters of the labour movement in Abuja, also known as Labour House. During a press briefing on Thursday, Ajaero expressed concerns about what he described as a concerted effort by […]

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Governor Soludo swears in newly elected Anambra LG chairs

Governor Charles Soludo has sworn in 21 elected council chairpersons and charged them to be hardworking and prioritise grassroots development during their tenure. Speaking during the swearing-in at the Government House on Thursday in Awka, Mr Soludo urged the new council executives to always put the residents first in all they do because they were […]

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Why UniOsun Teaching Hospital Needs Prof. Femi Fadiora As CMD For Revival

By Ojo Olanipekun In the complex and challenging world of healthcare management, finding the right leader to guide an institution through growth, innovation, and the ever-evolving demands of patient care is crucial. For the Osun State University Teaching Hospital, there is no better candidate for the role of Chief Medical Director than Professor Fadiora Solomon […]