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Economic growth possible through financial and cultural systems – Don

Nigeria cannot achieve sustainable economic growth without a functional, inclusive and culturally responsive financial system. Wilfred NJ Ugwuanyi, Professor of Banking and Finance, observed Wilfred Ugwuanyi as he delivered the 39th inaugural lecture of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) in Abuja. In the paper titled “Technological Innovations and Informal Financial Institutions: Implications for Economic Development Amid Cultural Diversity …

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Peter Obi splits from ADC, citing deepening party turmoil

Former Labor Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi has announced his resignation from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing rising internal tensions within the party and broader systemic challenges in Nigeria’s political landscape. In a statement released Sunday via X, Obi said the decision came after a period of introspection, revealing that he had endured what he described as “silent pain” …

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One killed in suspected cult clash in Abeokuta, police launch manhunt

The Ogun State Police Command has launched a full-scale investigation into a suspected cult-related clash that claimed the life of an as yet unidentified man in Abeokuta on Sunday. The incident, which occurred at around 2.45pm along Wasimi Ake Road between Centenary Hall and Lotus Bank, towards Ijemo Agbadu axis, was said to involve rival cult groups. In a statement …

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N5.4M up for grabs as Kingsley Awodi Para Powerlifting Open Championship begins in Abuja

The Kingsley Awodi Para Powerlifting Open Championship kicked off in Abuja on May 1 with over N5.4 million in prize money set to reward Nigeria’s strongest athletes. READ ALSO: Nigerian relay teams deliver value, records and qualifying success Organizers confirmed that 120 podium spots will be up for grabs across 20 weight classes, with the winners of each class taking …

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