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House of Rep member remanded over N185m fraud

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Gabriel Zock, a member of the House of Representatives, was on Thursday arraigned before a High Court of the Federal Capital Territory in Abuja, on criminal charges of advanced fee fraud otherwise known as 419. Zock, who is representing Kachia Kagarko Federal Constituency of Kaduna State, was put on trial by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on two counts of allegedly defrauding his victim to the tune of N185 million. He was said to have swindled one Adeyemi Kamar of the amount, under alleged false pretences that he would…

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FIRSTBANK FELICITATES WITH JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT NIGERIA ON NOBEL PEACE PRIZE NOMINATION

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In recognition of the giant strides and efforts by Junior Achievement Worldwide – the parent body of Junior Achievement Nigeria and other Junior Achievement across 119 countries – in equipping young people to solve societal issues, whilst building an entrepreneurship mindset, Junior Achievement World Wide –– has been nominated for the 2022 Nobel Peace Prize. Asheesh Advani, CEO of JA Worldwide, shared his perspective in response to the nomination: “Peace is only possible when youth in all countries and regions have economic empowerment. JA Worldwide is honored to receive this…

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Yabatech Mass Comm. students visit Top News Magazines’ office

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Each year, Mass Communication students from different institutions come for practical knowledge at Top News Magazines office. Academic courses are designed to equip students with the training they need for their careers.  Industrial visits also contribute immensely to shaping the future of student’s career because it provides knowledge that is incomparable as it exposes them to the(ir) industry which is beyond theory. In our usual way, we (Top News Magazines) today February 9, 2022 hosted some of the students of Yaba College of Technology (Mass Communication department), Lagos. Share on:

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Lagos pastor remanded for impregnating teenager inside church premises

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For having unlawful sexual intercourse and procuring an abortion for a 14 year-old teenager, an Ebute Meta Magistrates’ Court, Lagos, on Tuesday remanded 45year-old Pastor Rufus Olatunji of Royal World Embassy Church, Ipaja in a 2-count charge. The Chief Magistrate, Mrs F.M. Kayode, who did not take Olatunji’s plea, ordered that he should be remand at Ikoyi Correctional Centre. Kayode then adjourned the case to March 8 for mention. Earlier, the Prosecutor, Inspector Kehinde Olatunde told the court that the defendant committed the offences in August 2021, at Royal World…

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Terrorists killed 10, abduct village head, others in Katsina

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Gunmen suspected to be terrorists have reportedly killed at least 10 persons and abducted unspecified number of people at Guga village, Bakori Local Council of Katsina State. Among those abducted is the village head, Mallam Umar, and several women and children that were unable to escape from the terrorists. The incident, which occurred late Monday night into the early hours of yesterday, also saw several houses vandalised, animals rustled and vehicles set ablaze. The attackers were said to have stormed the village on motorcycles with sophisticated weapons, shooting sporadically to…

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Reps panel summons Fashola, Pantami, Aregbesola, others over Audit queries

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Four ministers and their permanent secretaries as well as their heads of finance and procurement departments have been given a seven-day ultimatum to appear before the Public Accounts Committee of the House of Representatives, on Tuesday. The affected ministers are Rauf Aregbesola (Interior), Ali Pantami (Communications and Digital Economy), Prof Osagie Ehanire (Health), Sharon Ikeazor (Environment), Babatunde Fashola (Works and Housing). The Chairman of the committee, Oluwole Oke, issued the threats and summons at the investigative hearing held on Tuesday over the alleged refusal by the ministers and officials of…

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FirstBank rewards customers in its Visa Gold Cashback campaign

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  In furtherance of its appreciation of customers, whilst promoting the adoption of mobile payment solutions in the country, FirstBank is rewarding holders and customers of its branded Visa Gold card in its ongoing Visa Gold card. The promo which will have over 300 Visa Gold cardholders rewarded during the promo is scheduled to end on 25 March 2022. Each month, the first 50 customers with an average transaction value below $150 in the last 6 months will be rewarded with 10% cashback on transactions carried out on POS and…

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GTCO Plc acquires Investment One Funds Management Limited

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Guaranty Trust Holding Company plc (GTCO Plc), is pleased to inform The Nigerian Exchange Limited and the investing public of the completion of the acquisition of 100 percent shares in Investment One Funds Management Limited (“the Acquisition”). Commenting on the completion of the Acquisition, Mr. Segun Agbaje, Group Chief Executive Officer of GTCO Plc said “We are excited about our foray into the wealth management space, as it provides us with the opportunity of becoming a one-stop shop for financial services and products that will empower our customers through the…

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Odegbami reacts to newspaper headline: “I am not a polygamist”

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The owner of Eagle-7 Radio, Segun Odegbami has clarified some information about the interview granted to The Nation newspaper and published on February 5, 2022 which presents aspects of misinterpretation. The publication which was titled “I’ve no scandals, polygamy is part of Egbaman’s life” gives the impression that the former Nigerian footballer who is from Egba, Ogun State consents to polygamy as a common practice of his people, “This is completely misleading, and it depicts a negative impression of the true state of affairs in my life, ” he stated.…

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Senegal beat Egypt to win first AFCON title

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The Teranga Lions of Senegal last night defied Egypt goalkeeper, Mohamed Abou Gamal’s heroics to beat The Pharaohs via a penalty shoot-out to win their first Africa Cup of Nations title. Pundits gave the Senegalese, led by Liverpool’s Sadio Mane, the title even before the match kicked off at the Olembe Stadium Yaoundé. But they had to contend with an Egypt team with a magical Gamal, also known as Gabasky. If the tie were to be decided by points, on the balance of play, Senegal would have not needed the…

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