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Investors in the Nigerian equity market experienced sluggish trading on Thursday, recording a loss of N130 billion at the close of trading for the day. This follows the decline in share prices of shares such as HONYFLOUR (Honeywell Flour Mill), FBNH (First Bank of Nigeria Holdings), and UPDC Plc (formerly UACN Property Development Company) among others on the trading floor. …

PRESS RELEASE. APC TO GOVERNOR OBASEKI: STOP HARASSING PUBLIC OFFICIALS, THEY ARE NOT YOUR PUPPETS. A terse circular from the office of the Head of Service, dated September 16, was issued directing all civil servants to assemble at the Victor Uwaifo Hub on Tuesday, September 17 at the request of the Governor, Godwin Obaseki. At the 8am meeting on Tuesday, …

The Presidential Committee on the Implementation of Livestock Sector Reforms on Thursday submitted its report to President Bola Tinubu. The president inaugurated the committee in July to address farmers-herders conflicts in the country. The idea was also initiated to overcome agricultural productivity constraints and open up new opportunities for players in the sector. The committee is led by former chairman …

The National Electoral Commission (INEC) has warned political parties and candidates in Edo State against engaging in election campaigning beyond the Thursday midnight deadline. INEC National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, gave the warning in a statement on Thursday in Abuja. He said all campaigns by political parties would end at midnight on …

Arise TV in trouble: APC candidate Okpebholo on Monday demands N5 billion over alleged defamatory broadcasts Arise TV in Trouble: APC Candidate Okpebholo Demands 5 Billion Naira on Monday for Allegedly Defamatory Broadcasts! The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, along with its governorship candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has issued a formal legal notice to Arise TV, accusing the …

Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman was in action for Atalanta in their goalless draw against Arsenal in the Champions League on Thursday night. Lookman failed to convert any chances for the Serie A side at home, and was on the pitch for 89 minutes before he was substituted. David Raya made a superb double save from penalties as he tipped …

Empowering Women, Protecting Children: Join the Movement for a Better Edo State Senator Monday Okpebholo and Rt Hon Dennis Idahosa are committed to building a brighter future for Edo State where all thrive. Their commitment to women empowerment and child protection is at the forefront of their vision. Empowering women through: Accessible healthcare: Provide quality health care, particularly maternal and …

Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu, said on Thursday that the Federal Government was making efforts to check illegal migration by Nigerians. The minister stated this at an Anti-Migration Summit organised by the Black Indigenous Ancestral Community (BANC) in Abuja. He said illegal migration had several undesirable negative impacts such as human trafficking and drug trafficking, adding that …

Obaseki Declares War on Public Employees: Edo Rejects His Intimidation ‘Or Death Kills You’ In a shocking display of desperation, Governor Godwin Obaseki has again resorted to threats against civil servants in Edo State, warning them that their jobs are at risk if they do not vote for the PDP. His chilling declaration that the upcoming elections are a “life …

The Presidential Committee on the Implementation of Livestock Sector Reforms on Thursday submitted its report to President Bola Tinubu. The president inaugurated the committee in July to address farmers-herders conflicts in the country. The idea was also initiated to overcome agricultural productivity constraints and open up new opportunities for players in the sector. The committee is led by former chairman …