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Investors in the Nigerian equity market enjoyed a profitable trading session on the floor of the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) last week. The exchange recorded gains in three of the four trading days of the week while market capitalization rose to N56.46 trillion from N56.00 trillion the previous week. Monday, September 16 was declared a public holiday by the Federal …

The average price of 5kg cooking gas increased from N5,974.55 recorded in July to N6,430.02 last month. This was disclosed by the Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS) in its August 2024 “Cooking Gas Price Monitor” released on Sunday in Abuja. The report said August prices showed an increase of 7.62 percent compared to the prices obtained in July. The NBS …

With the conclusion of the Edo 2024 gubernatorial election, the Nigerian Police has swiftly implemented a robust post-election security strategy to maintain peace and order across the state. The Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) overseeing the elections, DIG Frank Mba, mni, has taken proactive measures to ensure that potential threats to public safety are addressed promptly. According to a …

Nicholas Jackson and Cole Palmer were on target as they helped Chelsea beat city rivals West Ham in a one-sided Premier League clash on Saturday. Jackson scored twice while Palmer scored once to seal a 3-0 win for the Blues. It was a third successive home defeat in the Premier League for West Ham. Also Read: Nkuku scores winner as …

The senator representing Edo North Senatorial District, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, has denied allegations that the All Progressives Congress (APC) was involved in vote buying. Senator Oshiomhole denied this when he spoke to journalists after casting his vote in Iyamho, District 10 Unit 01 in Estako West Local Government Area of ​​Edo State. The former Edo State Governor said it was …

Here are the top 10 stories making headlines across the country. 1. I came to work, not to earn money —Tinubu President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his commitment to deliver tangible results and make a positive impact on Nigeria’s infrastructure, food and energy security, education and long-term economic stability. Read more 2. EDO DECIDES: Ighodalo blames KPU officials for delay, …

The Lekki Peninsula stands out as a hub of modernity and luxury. Over the past decade, Lekki has transformed from a quiet residential area into a sought-after destination for locals and expats alike. This transformation has been driven largely by the emergence of world-class restaurants and bars that have put Lekki on the map as a culinary hub. In this …

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) of mounting pressure on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to suspend the counting of results from the Edo state governorship election held on Saturday. The allegation was contained in a statement by the National Public Secretary of the PDP, Debo Ologunagba, who said that credible intelligence information …

All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has been declared the winner of the Edo State governorship election. Okpebholo emerged victorious after securing 291,667 votes, defeating his main challenger, Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) who secured 247,274 votes, and Olumide Akpata of the Labour Party who came third with 22,763 votes. Counting Officer, Prof. Faruk Kuta, …

Erling Haaland scored his 100th goal as Manchester City held 10-man Arsenal to a 2-2 draw in the Premier League. The top-of-the-table clash played at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday saw the hosts score a 97th-minute equaliser as Arsenal held on until the end of stoppage time. It was John Stones who scored a last-gasp equaliser amid chaos and controversy …