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Aliko Dangote’s Wealth Soars To $23.9 Billion, Becomes 86th Richest Individual In The World

LAGOS, NIGERIA – Billionaire businessman Aliko Dangote has seen his fortune nearly double, reaching an impressive $23.9 billion, according to Forbes. This remarkable growth cements his position as the richest person in Africa and elevates him to the 86th richest individual in the world. In 2024, Forbes ranked Dangote as …

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Trump Should Be A Wake-Up Call!

Opinion: BY ABIODUN KOMOLAFE President Donald Trump of the United States of America is a creation of time. The key point is not in changing America. Instead, Trump is revealing America as it is! The America that we knew – represented by F.D. Roosevelt, J.F. Kennedy and Jimmy Carter – …

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Ekiti State and the Shifting Security Landscape

Opinion: BY HC ADE Security is the inalienable right from any fear or threat. Security, they also say, is a stage of being free from danger or threat while insecurity is the obvious presence of either or both the danger and the threat.  Insecurity is a global phenomenon that Nigeria …

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El-Rufai, Amaechi and the Loose Cannons of Nigeria’s Politics

Opinion: BY ABIODUN KOMOLAFE Nasir Ahmad el-Rufai and Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, two influential figures in Nigerian politics, have been making headlines with their bold comments and actions. Their unconventional approach has sparked debate about whether they’re reckless loose cannons or calculated strategists. As Nigeria navigates its intricate political landscape, El-Rufai, …

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Good News From Ekiti State

Opinion: BY MICHAEL ABIOLA Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji’s selection as ‘Governor of the Year 2024’ comes as no surprise, given his strategic vision for Ekiti State. One worth mentioning is the construction of a world-class Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport in the state. This is not just for the immediate but …

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Ajalorun Of Ijebu Ife To Host Distinguished Guests At Grand Reception Honouring Rear Admiral Olumide Oguntuga

IJEBU-IFE, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Ijebu Ife, a town steeped in history and tradition, is set to welcome a host of distinguished personalities as His Royal Highness, Oba Adesesan Afolorunso Oguntayo, FCA, the Ajalorun of Ijebu Ife (Ogbagba Agbaotewole the 42nd), leads a grand reception in honor of one of …

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Zero Processing Fee; GTBank Removes POS Processing Fees To Support Businesses

LAGOS, NIGERIA – WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2025 – Guaranty Trust Bank Ltd has announced the removal of processing fees on all GTBank POS terminals, reinforcing its commitment to supporting businesses with cost-effective payment solutions. This initiative, which took effect Tuesday, February 11, 2025, communicates that merchants using GTBank POS terminals …

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Air Peace Elevates Senior First Officer To Captain On Boeing 777 Fleet

  LAGOS, NIGERIA – FEBRUARY 9, 2025 – Air Peace, Nigeria’s leading airline and the largest carrier in West Africa, has announced the promotion of Senior First Officer Chibuzo Mbanefo to the prestigious rank of Captain on its Boeing 777 fleet. Captain Mbanefo has consistently exhibited outstanding skill, leadership, and …

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Dangote Peugeot Begins Assembly Of 3008 GT In Kaduna, Unveils Landmark Pickup

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED KADUNA, KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA – Dangote Peugeot Automobiles Nigeria Limited (DPAN), the official manufacturer and marketer of Peugeot vehicles in Nigeria, has taken a significant step toward reclaiming its leadership in the nation’s auto market. In a bold move, DPAN has begun assembling the GT model of …

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Access Holdings Launches AccessGive To Honour Herbert Wigwe’s Legacy

LAGOS, NIGERIA – In a heartfelt tribute to a visionary leader, Access Holdings Plc has unveiled AccessGive, a platform designed to sustain and expand the transformative impact of the late Herbert Wigwe. The launch took place during the Herbert Wigwe One-Year Memorial on Sunday, February 9, 2025, in Lagos. AccessGive …

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