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World Bank Set to Approve $2.2 Billion Loan for Nigeria in 2025 The World Bank is set to approve a $2.2 billion loan for Nigeria in 2025. The funds will support six key projects in economic growth, education, health, and digital development. Breakdown of the Loan: This funding follows a $1.5 billion loan Nigeria received…
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FG Warns IBEDC: Rehire Sacked Workers or Face Consequences The Federal Government has ordered the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) to reinstate over 3,000 dismissed workers. This decision comes after a major protest by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC). Why Are Workers Protesting? Last week, NLC members in Oyo State shut down IBEDC offices. They…
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Mbappé Ruled Out of Real Madrid’s Copa del Rey Clash Real Madrid will face Real Sociedad in the Copa del Rey semi-final first leg without Kylian Mbappé. The French forward has discomfort from a recent dental procedure. Because of this, Madrid must adjust their attack accordingly. Key Absences for Madrid Madrid has more injury concerns.…
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Oscar Nominees Advised to Keep Speeches Short as Awards Night Nears The 97th Academy Awards are approaching, and nominees must keep their acceptance speeches under 45 seconds. Academy President Janet Yang reminded them of this rule at a gathering at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. Why Speeches Must Be Short To ensure a smooth…
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Amorim: Man Utd Must Improve Transfers to Succeed Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim says smarter signings are key to fixing the club’s struggles. He believes past transfer mistakes have hurt the team’s success. United’s Struggles Despite Big Spending Since Amorim took over in November, United has failed to improve. They sit 15th in the Premier…
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Guardiola Dismisses Man City Rebuild as Biggest Career Challenge Pep Guardiola has rejected claims that rebuilding Manchester City is the toughest challenge of his career. His team is currently fighting for a top-four finish in the Premier League. City face Tottenham on Wednesday, trailing leaders Liverpool by 20 points after a 2-0 loss to Arne…
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Kalu Calls for Full Recognition of MKO Abiola as Former President Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has urged former military leader Ibrahim Babangida to reveal the truth about the annulled June 12, 1993, election. He believes Nigerians deserve to know who stopped the official declaration of MKO Abiola as the winner. According to him, full transparency…
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Court Clears Naira Marley, Sam Larry in Mohbad’s Case A Lagos Magistrate’s Court in Yaba has dismissed charges against Naira Marley, Sam Larry, Primeboy, and Opere Babatunde over Mohbad’s death. The Department of Public Prosecution (DPP) advised the court to drop their names due to a lack of evidence. While they had previously assaulted Mohbad,…
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Nigerian Footballer Abubakar Lawal Dies After Falling from Mall Balcony Ugandan police are investigating the tragic death of Nigerian footballer Abubakar Lawal. Reports say he fell from a shopping mall balcony in Kampala. Lawal, 29, played as a striker for Vipers SC. He fell from the third floor of Voicemall Shopping Arcade early Monday morning,…