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Jehovah’s Witnesses begin 3-day Convention at Abiola Stadium, Abuja this weekend

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The 2024 Regional Convention of Jehovah’s witnesses tagged “Declare The Good News”, comes up this weekend from Friday, November 15 to Sunday, November 17 at Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja. Same event is taking place this weekend, and in other 39 cities around Nigeria simultaneously. The date and location for each convention, which began across Nigeria, 9th-11th August 2024, can be found on the Witnesses’ official website, jw.org. This week’s convention in Abuja will be held in English. According to a release from Olusegun Eroyemi, National spokesperson for the…

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$21m deposited in defunct Heritage Bank by MultiChoice written off

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The sum of $21m deposited in Nigeria’s Heritage Bank by MultiChoice Group Limited has been written off, following the financial institution’s liquidation earlier this year. This disclosure was contained in the company’s interim financial statements for the half-year ending September 30, 2024. The sum was classified as irrecoverable after the Central Bank of Nigeria revoked Heritage Bank’s operating licence, effectively shutting down the institution. The financial statement document read, “Following the revocation of Heritage Bank’s banking licence by the Central Bank of Nigeria on 3 June 2024 and its subsequent…

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Background checks can save employers from fraud, identity thefts -MICHAEL SAM WOBO

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Prince Michael A. Sam-Wobo is the lead consultant of Phoenix Risk Consult Ltd. Armed with professional trainings and certification in different areas of risk management which include Professional Diploma and Advanced Professional Diploma (Distinction) in Security Management and Strategic Operations from the International Institute of Professional Studies (IIPS) to mention few, he leads a team of associates in Security Risk Management and Consulting. With a proven track record of delivering customized security solutions for individuals, corporate bodies and public security organizations to mitigate identified risks,threats and vulnerabilities, he explains why…

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Abia State: Panic grips members over abduction of Anglican Church delegates

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The abduction of Anglican Church delegates from the Isiala Ngwa Diocese en route to the Divine Commonwealth Conference (DIVCCON) in Abuja has sparked widespread panic among church members in Abia State. The incident occurred while the six delegates, including their chauffeur, were traveling through Kogi State. Unidentified criminals abducted them, though there is no confirmation yet regarding their status or contact with their families. A brief statement about the abduction circulated on social media, urging urgent prayers for the delegates’ safe return. The news has caused significant concern in the…

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Baruwa tackles MC Oluomo’s inauguration as president of NURTW

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Tajudeen Baruwa, a claimant to the National President position of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), has strongly condemned the recent inauguration of Musiliu Akinsanya (MC Oluomo) as the union’s President. In a statement issued by Baruwa’s lawyer, Tolu Babaleye, Baruwa argues that the inauguration of MC Oluomo was in defiance of multiple court rulings, including judgments by both the National Industrial Court and the Court of Appeal, which upheld Baruwa’s leadership. Baruwa asserts that his election as president was in accordance with the NURTW’s constitution and that…

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Multichoice loses 243,000 subscribers within six months

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Multichoice, the operator of DStv and GOtv, has reported a loss of 243,000 subscribers in Nigeria between April and September 2024, as part of a broader decline of 566,000 subscribers across its African operations. The company attributed the loss to Nigeria’s severe inflation rate, which has surpassed 30%, causing financial strain on many customers who can no longer afford the service. This decline follows a similar drop in subscribers earlier in the year, and the company is facing mounting criticism from Nigerian customers. Many subscribers are now threatening to switch…

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Ondo prophetess in police net after mother and child die in her custody

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A prophetess, Mrs. Folashade Adekola, based at Oke-Aro area of Akure, Ondo State has been arrested by the State”s police department over the deaths of a woman, Jumoke Adesuwa, and her newborn baby inside Adekola’s church. The woman bled to death following childbirth complications, and the baby died immediately. The incident came to light when the woman’s brother reported the matter to the police after being informed by the church that the baby had died, but the mother was alive. Upon arriving at the church, the family found the woman…

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Billy-Oye Iluyemi fixes Feb. 14th for dad’s burial

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Nigerian born, Belfast UK based government contractor, Billy-Oye Iluyemi is sparing no cost to make the burial of his late dad, Pa Oye Charles Iluyemi, a grand one, come February 14, 2025. According to plans, a Christian wake-keep is expected to hold on February 13, 2025 at Ijaye Housing Estate in Ifako-Ijaye, Lagos before the internment and reception at Ojodu, Lagos on February 14th. Pa Iluyemi passed away on October 20, 2024 at the age of 80. An illustrious son of Ondo Town in Ondo State, he was a staff…

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2024 Africa’s Next Super Model Competition: How Chol Nyang won US$5,000 cash prize

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Kenya’s capital, Nairobi was agog recently when the 2024 edition of Africa’s Next Super Model Competition held its grand finale. The runway queen and star girl of African fashion, Chol Nyang emerged the winner. She walked away with a cash prize of $ 5,000 among other goodies. The event which had all the trappings of glitz, glamour and razzmatazz was held at the Broadwalk Mall saw other 17 talented contestants from across the continent. It was indeed, a sight to behold. All the contestants put had put forward their best…

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South Africa Tyla clinches three awards, Nigerian artistes miss out at MTV EMAs

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Tyla, South African music sensation, stunned the audience at the 2024 MTV EMAs, clinching the prestigious Best Afrobeats award and triumphing over fierce competition from industry heavyweights such as Asake, Ayra Starr, Burna Boy, Rema, and Tems. This historic win was just one of three awards Tyla took home, making her the first African artist to achieve such a feat at the MTV Europe Music Awards. Her success not only highlights her distinctive artistry but also marks a significant milestone for African representation on the global stage. Tyla is the…

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