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Namibia Mourns: President Hage Geingob Passes Away After a ...

sdbLive | February 4, 2024 close
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Tragic news shook Namibia as President Hage Geingob passed away at the age of 82. His demise, occurring in the early hours of today, follows a brave battle with cancer. Surrounded by his beloved wife and children, President Geingob breathed his last at Lady Pohamba Hospital in Windhoek, the capital […]

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Nigeria Plunged into Darkness Again: National Power Grid ...

sdbLive | February 4, 2024 close
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Nigeria finds itself grappling with yet another challenge on the energy front as the national power grid, managed by the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), suffered a collapse, leaving citizens across the country in darkness once more. This recent incident marks the first grid collapse of the year, occurring at […]

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New Leadership, Bright Future: Femi Otedola Leads FBN Holdings

sdbLive | February 1, 2024 close
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FBN Holdings, the parent company of First Bank of Nigeria, announces a profit surge to N309.89 billion by the end of 2023. This achievement, revealed in its unaudited financial statements, showcases a phenomenal 127% increase compared to the previous year, firmly establishing FBN Holdings as a powerhouse in the industry. […]

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IG Enforces Traffic Lockdown Ahead of Bye-Elections in 26 States

sdbLive | February 1, 2024 close
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In anticipation of bye-elections slated for Saturday across 26 states, the Inspector General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, has enacted stringent measures to ensure a smooth electoral process. With vehicular movement banned on roads, waterways, and other transit routes from midnight until 6 pm, citizens in affected areas are urged to […]

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Fire Engulfs Household of David Church in Lagos, Yet, ...

sdbLive | February 1, 2024 close
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In a devastating turn of events, the Household of David church, in Ikeja, Lagos State, witnessed the fiery destruction of its multi-million naira church auditorium. The blaze, which erupted around 10:00 am on Wednesday, sent shockwaves through the community, leaving behind a trail of charred remnants and heartache. According to […]

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NLC Adapts Minimum Wage Proposal to Match Economic Reality

sdbLive | January 31, 2024 close
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The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has reevaluated its stance on the proposed minimum wage in light of Nigeria’s economic challenges. Initially suggesting N200,000, the NLC now acknowledges this figure isn’t feasible given current conditions, including currency devaluation and economic strains. Speaking in response to the inauguration of the Minimum Wage […]

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Naira Plunges to Record Low Amid Forex Market Turbulence

sdbLive | January 31, 2024 close
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As Nigeria grapples with economic challenges, the nation witnessed a historic low in its currency value, as the naira plunged to unprecedented depths against the United States dollar. The black market recorded the naira closing at a staggering N1,500 per dollar, marking a significant decline from previous rates. The Central […]

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Tinubu Administration Proposes Ban on Styrofoam ...

sdbLive | January 31, 2024 close
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In a bold move echoing recent environmental initiatives, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration is considering a ban on single-use plastics within all ministries, departments, and agencies across Nigeria. This proposal comes hot on the heels of Lagos State’s groundbreaking decision to outlaw plastic usage and distribution throughout the state. Dr. […]

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JAMB Takes Action on Unverified DE Admissions

sdbLive | January 31, 2024 close
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In a recent development, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has decided to suspend the admission of 10,378 candidates who participated in the Direct Entry examination for the 2023 academic session. The root cause of this suspension lies in the failure of the candidates’ A-level issuing institutions to provide […]


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