Author: TNC Reporter

Anambra State Governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo has stepped down four schools’ principals for non-compliance with the Solution Free Education policy of the Anambra State Government. The announcement was made on Tuesday by the State Commissioner for Education Prof. Ngozi Chuma-Udeh, in a chat with TNC correspondent in Awka. Recall that Governor Soludo had during his visits to Premier Primary School Odume, Obosi in Idemili North Council Area and Ado Girls Secondary School Onitsha, announced that in line with the Solution Free Education policy, no child from Early Childhood Education and Development up to Junior Secondary School (JSS 3), is required to pay any fee whatsoever. The governor had also directed that no student in the…

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In the intricate sewing of Nigeria’s story, we find ourselves at a pivotal juncture where threads of spirituality, morality, psychology, and leadership intricately weave together. Recent revelations surrounding Mrs. Uju Kennedy, the Minister of Women Affairs have not only ignited impassioned debates but also ignited a collective introspection. As a psychologist, I write today with a heart weighed down by concern, yet filled with hope and deep reverence for the spiritual and moral foundations that underpin our lives and my native home. Nigeria, our beloved homeland, is an amalgamation of diverse cultures, traditions, and faiths. It is within this vibrant…

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Iraq’s telecommunications ministry has announced its intention to revoke the recent ban on the Telegram messaging app, citing concerns related to security and the unauthorized release of sensitive information pertaining to both state institutions and the public. Telegram is extensively utilized within Iraq for communication, news consumption, and content sharing, encompassing personal data of Iraqi individuals, such as names, addresses, and family connections. The ministry has elucidated that the decision to rescind the prohibition was influenced by the cooperation of the platform’s owning entity, which complied with security authorities’ demands to identify the sources responsible for the unauthorized dissemination of…

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 The  Anambra State Director, National Orientation Agency (NOA), Awka, Sir Joseph  Uchendu, has  advised  Nigerian  parents to  start  early  enough  to teach their   children, especially the girl child, everything  they  needed  to  know  about  sex education and  their health rights  in the  society. Sir Uchendu, who  was  speaking  at  a One-Day  Programmes  Review  Meeting  Organized  by  the  Leadership of the  Agency in Awka  for  all  Directorate headquarter staff  of the Agency, observed that  the  times  are  evil. He called  on the  parents  to  often  mount  eagle  eyes  on their  children, especially the girl child, to  avoid  all  forms  of actions…

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During the first half of its fiscal year (H1), FCMB Group Plc reported a profit before tax (PBT) of N38.2 billion, up from N15.4 billion in the same time in 2022. According to the bank’s unaudited six-month results, PBT increased by 148% while gross income increased by 88.7%, from N126.2 billion to N238.2 billion. The bank claims that a rise in interest income of 51.9% and a rise in non-interest income of 2169.% are what are responsible for the increase in gross revenue. From N1.64 trillion the year before, its deposits increased by 45.3% to N2.38 trillion this year. Additionally,…

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By Rayyan Alhassan Fuel subsidy removal by the present administration of President Bola Tinubu has come with a thunderous alarm. Although the intention may be good, pure and sincere, and in fact it is even noble but the reality now is that it is severely haunting everyone. Both the haves and haves-not are wailing. It is dealing a fatal knockout punch on teeming citizens, whose lives have since been made miserable and wretched. The Nigerian economy had almost strangulated them. But it appears that the ‘ill-conceived’ idea to abruptly end the payment of subsidy by the Federal Government will finish…

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Kindly open your Bible and join me to read Isaiah 29:15. It reads: “Woe unto them that seek deep to hide their counsel from the Lord, and their works are in the dark, and they say, who seeth us? And who knoweth us.” May the Lord bless the reading of his words in our hearts (Amen). The psalmist says in Psalm 119:89 that the word of the Lord is sure and forever settled in heaven. Nothing can change that. No matter how long a lie thrives, the truth catches up with it and overtakes it. Daylight has a way of…

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Nigerian singer, David Adeleke, a.k.a. Davido, promoted a new music video by his new artist, Logos Olori, captioned ‘Jaiye Lo’, on his twitter handle on Friday, 22nd July, 2023. Meanwhile an Islamic human rights organization, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), has given Davido and Logos Olori an ultimatum of seven days to pull down the video or face spiritual or legal action or both. MURIC spoke on Monday, 24th July, 2023, via its Founder and Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola. The statement reads : “Logos Olori, an artist under David Adeleke, a.k.a. Davido, a Nigerian singer, recently released a music…

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Musk To Replace Bird-Shaped Twitter Emblem With “X” Elon Musk has announced that he intends to replace the bird-shaped Twitter emblem with an “X”, adding that all the birds will be disappearing from the platform. This would be the most significant alteration since Musk paid $44 billion for the social media network last year. Musk made this known in a series of tweets on his Twitter page on Sunday. He said: “And soon we shall bid adieu to the Twitter brand and, gradually, all the birds.” In the same series of tweets, Musk posted “Paint It Black,” before launching a…

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has demanded tougher action against the escalating financial crimes connected to telecoms. In order to prevent unauthorized access, NCC instructed telecom operators to upgrade the security architecture of their networks. The commission bemoaned the fact that Nigerians are losing their hard-earned money on a daily basis to scammers who use their platforms’ vulnerabilities to their advantage. Yesterday, in Lagos, Nigeria, at the Second Quarter Industry Consumer Advisory Forum (ICAF), with the theme: “Combating e-Fraud on Telecom Platform: Building Consumer Confidence in the Digital Economy,” NCC Director, Consumer Affairs Bureau, Alkasim Abubakar Umar, said in recent…

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Supply chain management is a critical aspect of any industry, ensuring the efficient flow of goods and services from suppliers to consumers. In recent years, blockchain technology has emerged as a potential game-changer in revolutionizing supply chain management. This article aims to explore the use of blockchain in supply chain management specifically within African industries. By leveraging the unique features of blockchain technology, African industries can overcome challenges and enhance transparency, security, and efficiency in their supply chain operations. Transparency and Traceability One of the significant advantages of blockchain technology in supply chain management is its ability to provide transparency…

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Manchester City and Chelsea have agreed on a deal worth up to £30 million, and Mateo Kovacic is almost ready to join the club. The 29-year-old midfielder from Croatia is expected to sign a £25 million deal with the Premier League champions, with a $5 million option for add-ons. As they try to pare down their enormous team for new boss Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea is still selling players. N’Golo Kante, a fellow midfielder, is also about to leave the team after deciding to join Al-Ittihad in Saudi Arabia. 2019 saw Mateo Kovacic transfer from Real Madrid to Chelsea, initially on…

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Popular Nigerian singer, Iyanya Onoyom Mbuk, professionally known as Iyanya, has reacted to Ghanaian actress Yvonne Nelson’s claim that he cheated on her with Tonto Dikeh while they were dating. In the book’s tenth chapter, titled “Iyanya and My Love Life,” Yvonne discusses her relationship with Iyanya Onoyom Mbuk and the devastating betrayal she endured in great detail. Their relationship, according to Yvonne, is like something out of a fairy tale, with romantic gestures like breakfast in bed. She even says that when the singer tattooed her initials, YN, on his wrist as a sign of their commitment, she thought…

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ECOWAS Approves $5 Million For Sierra Leone Elections For its presidential and parliamentary elections on June 24, Sierra Leone has received financial support from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) totaling $500,000. The sub-regional body will also send 95 observers to the elections. Dr. Omar Alieu Touray, the president of the ECOWAS Commission, who approved the deployment, said that it is in accordance with the provisions of Articles 12 to 14 of the Regional Supplementary Protocol on Democracy and Good Governance from 2001 regarding support for member nations in holding elections. Former ECOWAS Representative in Liberia and Guinea-Bissau,…

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Rolling Stone list Davido Album among the best album in 2023 Rolling Stone has recognized Davido’s album as one of the best albums of 2023. In a stunning recognition of his musical talent and immense contribution to the global music scene, Rolling Stone, one of the most renowned music publications, has listed Davido’s latest album, “Timeless,” among the best albums of 2023. This prestigious accolade solidifies Davido’s status as a groundbreaking artist and highlights the significant impact he has made with his exceptional musical artistry. Rolling Stone list Davido Album among the best album…

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UNIBEN: And A Poet Bows Out I would have loved to talk about the suspended Governor of the CBN, Godwin Emefiele, today. I changed my mind because something more ennobling than Emefiele and the pantomime of his suspension, ‘arrest’, intended investigation and his sojourn in detention, however, temporarily, happened. Occasionally, we should leave the inanities of Nigerian politics to talk about humanity. That is exactly what I am doing today. There are people you meet in life and everything about you changes for the better. I can beat my chest and say loud and clear that I have been too…

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Peter Obi Lied about Jonathan Fuel Subsidy Removal – Reno Omokiri The presidential flag bearer of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, in reaction to the removal of fuel subsidy by the Tinubu-led administration, had stated that the government ought to have put measures in place to mitigate the adverse effect of such policy on the masses before going ahead to remove the fuel subsidy. According to him, Jonathan’s administration provided the example of putting the SURE-P policy in place before the suspension of fuel subsidy. In a swift reaction, Reno Omokri, former aide to ex-president Goodluck Jonathan, has faulted the…

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The actress proudly displayed the award on her Instagram page For her contributions to President Bola Tinubu’s much awaited pre-inauguration event, Nollywood actress Eniola Badmus has been honored with a rare certificate of appreciation. A compelling array of performances by some of Nigeria’s greatest musicians, including KCee, Timaya, Fireboy, and Olamide, were featured at the Renewed Hope concert on Saturday, May 27, 2023, in Abuja. The actress received a certificate of appreciation from none other than Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu, for her vital contributions to the success of the election and the role she played in…

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Going by the wisdom of the sage, great leaders are characterized by their ability to create positive impacts on the lives of the people they lead. They achieve this feat by placing heavy emphasis on the understanding that the economy would look after itself if democracy is protected; human rights adequately taken care of and the rule of law strictly adhered to. In effect, their nation’s affairs are centrally planned over a period of time with their actions outlined for both normal and contingency conditions-and most importantly, they live in absolute unity. By contrast, for nations like Nigeria with not-too-impressive…

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Peter Obi commemorates the Nigerian boy who made 5 Guinness Book of Records Labour Party Presidential candidate, Peter Obi has celebrated Chinonso Miracle Eche for his outstanding record made at the Guinness World Record. Chinonso shared the post on his Twitter page with the former Anambra State Governor with the caption: “Wooow. I don blow. Thank you, your Excellency. Daddy God Bless you.” Mr  Peter Obi send a congratulatory message to Chinonso the boy who made 5 Guinness Book of Records on his Twitter page, he said: “I rejoice with and congratulate the duo of @ChinonsoEche and @VictorKipo, who is…

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Raaheedat Ajibade calls the attention of the public to scammers using her identity. Atlético Madrid and Super Falcons forward Raaheedat Ajibade have alerted Nigerians and the Public to online scammers using her identity to defraud people. “Hello everyone, Please be vigilant and do not fall victim to any scammer using my identity to deceive unsuspecting individuals,” She refuted knowing one “Ibrahim Hassan” who is striding himself on Facebook as her agent. “I do not know, and I am not affiliated with any Ibrahim Hassan, who is on Facebook claiming to be my agent/manager.” Ajibade was part of the Atlético women…

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Suggest a good sanitary pad for me so that my period won’t mess me up – Bobrisky. Nigeria transgender Okuneye Idris Olanrewaju, popularly known as Bobrisky has called on her fellow women to help suggest the best Sanitary pad she can use for a birthday party she will be attending in two days. In a post, the 31-year-old made on her Instagram page reads: “I am going to a party next tomorrow girls pls introduce a very good sanitary pad for me so my period won’t mess me up.” However, the Nigerian transgender Bobrisky claimed to experience menstrual cramps in…

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Galatasaray scoops 23rd Turkish League Galatasaray won the Turkish Lig following their 1-4 triumph against Ankaragucu last night. Galatasaray, who also celebrated the club’s 100th anniversary, won their 23rd League title, becoming the first Turkish side to achieve this feat. Mauro Icardi’s brace in the 7th and 38th minutes of the first half gave the visitors the lead. Barış Alper Yılmaz ın 73 and Sergio Oliveira in 79 both scored, extending Galatasaray lead. Although the home side pulled one back, that wasn’t enough to rescue a point for them. Galatasaray Football A-Team Coach Okan Buruk made his first statements after…

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Hawwal and Others set Record For Longest Recording Session : Hawwal Ogungbadero, a Nigerian actor-entrepreneur, musician, and the founder of Blaqk Stereo Music Group (BSMG), along with 29 other musicians, broke a record in the music business by winning the longest recording marathon for 40 hours and 19 minutes. As a result, they were inducted into the Guinness World Records Hall of Fame. This achievement was accomplished by the group BSMG, which also includes artists like Victor Oluwafemi otherwise known as Lordveejay; Komiti Obakpororo; Nwaizu Emmanuel (aka emrysmanuel); Aghughu Jeffrey Eraze, popularly known as Testii; Olatunji Jayesimi (aka D’spirit); Oyeyemi…

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Central African national army has received arms from Russia, Europe’s largest country by landmass has supplied the Central Africa Republic with Russia weapon The Central African Armed Forces (FACA) now has significant means to neutralize all terrorists and armed bandits thanks to the delivery of six Albatross fighter jets by the Russian Federation. Over the weekend of May 13-14, 2023, six fighter jets Russia weapon delivered to the Central African national army by Russia. This delivery strengthens the FACA’s power in the midst of hostilities against armed groups in the CAR. The jets, which have been added to the Central…

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Peter Obi Reacts to Phone Call Between U.S Secretary of State and Bola Tinubu Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 elections, reacts to the event and says the basis of the telephone conversation between Antony Blinken, US secretary of state, and Bola Tinubu, president-elect, is unclear. In a series of tweets on Friday, Obi said the US should wait for the presidential election tribunal’s verdict before conferring legitimacy. Blinken had called Tinubu on Tuesday and pledged to strengthen the relations between the US and Nigeria. “There is still a lack…

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The Association of Greater Nkanu Professionals (AGNP) has decried the extent that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in the March 18 governorship in Enugu State, Peter Mbah, has gone to actualise his life ambition, calling it unprecedented political desperation in the state’s history. “Never have Enugu people seen such desperation since the state was created on August 27, 1991”, the organisation declared this morning in a statement in Enugu signed by its president, Maxwell Obum Nnamani, and its publicity secretary, Chijioke Ogbodo. “Like all Nigerians, we were stunned that our son, Peter Mbah, could go to the extent…

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Custodian Life Assurance Limited (“Custodian Life”) has maintained its A+ (NG) national scale financial strength rating with a stable outlook from GCR Ratings (“GCR”). The company’s sound business strategy, strong cash position, and capacity to resist challenging economic situations are all reflected in the rating. The rating also demonstrates GCR’s faith in the management group of the organization and its capacity to meet the difficulties of the insurance sector. The rating agency explained this positive profile in a statement, attributing it to the company’s strong competitive position, which is backed by a history of more than three decades in the…

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Former Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino is set to become the new manager of Chelsea, according to reports. The Argentine has been out of work since being sacked by Paris Saint-Germain in December 2021, but he is now poised to take over at Stamford Bridge. Mauricio Pochettino is a highly-rated manager who is known for his attacking style of play. He has a proven track record of success, having led Tottenham to the Champions League final in 2019. He is also a popular figure among players, and he is expected to be a popular appointment with Chelsea fans. Pochettino’s appointment…

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