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#CAFAwards2023: Nigeria records remarkable feat

View this email in your browser Headlines #CAFAwards2023: Nigeria records remarkable feat This marks a remarkable feat, as no other nation has ever won both coveted prizes in the same year. Read More ANALYSIS: Inside the unrealistic projections, illegalities in Tinubu's 2024 budget A review of Mr Tinubu's 2024 budget shows it violates Nigeria's fiscal law and offers little hope of a better future for citizens. Governance affected in Kano as court freezes govt's bank accounts The court froze the accounts over the government's failure to pay compensation to traders whose shops were demolished in June. Gunmen kill many vigilantes in south-east Nigeria "Our police officers have recovered the bodies of the vigilante operatives who were fatally wounded, while others sustained various degrees of injury," Mr Ikenga, a deputy superintendent of police said. Rivers political crisis get messier as 27 PDP lawmakers defect to APC It is unclear for now if the lawmakers will restart the impeachment moves against the governor. YOUR FEEDBACK IS GREATLY APPRECIATED   Tell us your opinion on this story and you may be featured in a follow up article. What do you think about our editorial on the CBN and the necessity of saving the naira, to save Nigeria? Most Recent Stories I'll not lose battle to keep Nigeria secure – Tinubu President Tinubu asked the army to remain non-partisan but vigilant in upholding democratic principles, emphasising their role as a guardian of constitutional order during elections. Read More 2024 Budget: Reps urge Customs, NUPRC to exceed revenue targets President Bola Tinubu, last month, presented a N27.5 trillion budget to the joint session of the National Assembly. The budget contained a projected revenue of N18 trillion. PREMIUM TIMES' journalists, others shine at DAME award PREMIUM TIMES Managing Editor, Idris Akinbajo, was among the top three finalists of the editor of the year category, won by Dayo Oketola of The Punch. Court finishes 13,000 cases, carries over 143,000 in one legal year – Chief Judge At this rate, it means it will take a minimum of 11 years for the court to clear its docket if no new cases are filed before the court. Concrete roads construction to commence next year – Umahi "Generally, we have moved back to concrete. Starting from 2024, road projects apart from palliatives and emergency repairs, would be built on concrete so that we can maintain steady stability in the course of our projects," he said. Annual Banking Report - Measuring Banks' Resilience ECOWAS Summit: President Tinubu advocates good governance as antidote to coups in West Africa Business No plan to increase tax — Minister The Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, said the government is aiming to reduce tax rates when necessary in order to create incentives for private sector investments. COP28: Over 150 countries endorse UAE declaration on Agric food systems in Dubai The COP28 official described the endorsement as a "historic moment" for food systems and Agriculture at the ongoing climate change summit in Dubai. Editorial cartoon of the day Arts and Entertainment Months after divorce, actor, Patrick Doyle set to remarry The veteran actor shared his engagement pictures with his newfound love, identified as Funmilayo across his social media accounts. Moyo Lawal, Mohbad, Asake, others top Google 2023 searches in Nigeria In Nigeria, this year's results show a heightened interest in lifestyle, local politics, and notable personalities such as Moyo Lawal, Peter Obi and Oladipupo Oladimeji, aka Oladips, who topped the trending people's list for 2023. Opinion Individual responsibility and the anti-corruption struggle, By Ibraheem Ibrahim The CeFTIW Anti-Corruption Day event provided a valuable platform for open discussion and critical reflection on the issue of corruption in Nigeria. The insightful contributions from both the Youth Corps members and presenters highlighted the importance of individual responsibility, the early influences that shape our moral compass, and the need to address systemic issues such as the lack of transparency and accountability within institutions. Business divestments and the imperative of economic reforms, By Uddin Ifeanyi …from the most perfunctory assessment of the state of the economy today, you could have your pick of why these businesses are divesting. On one hand, most have come under intense pressure from low-cost competitors…. On the other hand, failed government attempts to drive economic growth and bring down the domestic cost of doing business could be why these firms are leaving. Promoted FCCPC bags 2023 Government Agency of the Year award Under Mr Irukera's visionary guidance, the FCCPC has recorded numerous milestones across diverse sectors, including healthcare, digital finance and electricity. Governor Uba Sani's sublime leadership qualities in time of crises by Dauda Gora Mr Sani's response to the incidents in Tudun Biri exemplifies his role as a blessing and a true leader. Sports Osimhen wins CAF Player of the Year Award Following in the footsteps of Nigerian football legends like Kanu Nwankwo, Emmanuel Amuneke, Victor Ikpeba and even the late Rashidi Yekini, Osimhen's phenomenal 2022/23 season has earned him the coveted African crown. Oshoala makes history with sixth CAF African Player Award This historic win, announced at a ceremony in Morocco, solidifies Oshoala's status as a legend of the sport. Dubawa FALSE! OAU did not declare break for WAUG Claim: The Obafemi Awolowo University will be embarking on an enforced break as it is to host the West African University Games (WAUG) this year. DUBAWA's Baba Aisha investigation wins WSAIR Award The investigation by the Nigerian editor of DUBAWA, Kemi Busari, which beat nine other reports shortlisted at the 18th edition of the award, revealed the impact of the herbal concoction on users and how it has spread. Health Nigerian government speaks on report of illegal kidney trade The investigation further revealed how a Lagos-based broker recruits young boys to act as agents to lure boys to sell their kidneys to renal patients. Sign up Get the scoop! Premium Times Daily Newsletter lands in thousands of inboxes every weekday. Haven't subscribed yet? Subscribe Now! Copyright © 2023 PremiumTimes, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: newsletter@premiumtimesng.com Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.