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SPECIAL REPORT: Businesses in Nigerian border communities suffer from ECOWAS sanctions on Niger

View this email in your browser Headlines SPECIAL REPORT: Businesses in Nigerian border communities suffer from ECOWAS sanctions on Niger Having lived 18 years now in Kongolam, a border community in the northwest Nigerian state of Katsina, Mrs Murtala had seen the border closed under former President Muhammadu Buhari's administration. But it had not affected her business as the current case. Read More ANALYSIS: AU plunges into turbulent G20 The G20 comprises 19 of the world's 'systemically' most important economies plus the European Union (EU). South Africa is an outlier, brought in largely to represent Africa. Police parade gay suspects, disclose how operatives uncovered same-sex marriage ceremony Police said a suspect, 23-year-old Abel Daniel, admitted that, under the influence of alcohol, he had sex through his anus with a male suspect who is at large. ANALYSIS: Inside details of Climate Change pact brokered in Nairobi African leaders among several requests said they are demanding a just multilateral development finance architecture, to liberate Africa's economies from odious debt. Most Recent Stories UPDATED: Nigerian journalist, detained in Benin Republic, released Mr Ayeni regained his freedom on Friday after combined efforts from the media, the Nigerian Embassy in Benin, and legal representation. Read More Presidency directs petroleum ministry to suspend NUPRC audit The NUPRC, in its reaction, said the allegations were made to disparage the integrity of the commission. Another Nigerian sets new Guinness World Record The Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, congratulated Mr Solomon for the "feat". INVESTIGATION: Nigerian lawmakers probing job racketeering are extorting money from agencies The lawmakers, pretending to be probing job racketeering, have ironically been extorting money from agencies through a Providus Bank account. Tribunal judgement may erode progress made in use of technology in elections – Situation Room The Presidential Election Petition Tribunal, in its judgement on Wednesday, ruled that the petitioners did not prove how they were affected by the failure of INEC to electronically transmit the 2023 presidential election results. Annual Banking Report - Measuring Banks' Resilience Videos Nigeria 'poor in management and leadership', Tinubu tells Nigerians in India Business Nigeria's DisCos generated N263 billion in Q2 2023 – Report On a year-on-year basis, revenue generated in the reference period rose by 39.63 per cent from N188.41 billion recorded in Q2 2022. NNPCL not against NAOC-Oando deal – Official "NEPL is only drawing attention to certain important clauses in the Joint Operating Agreement (JOA) between it, NAOC and OOL..." Editorial cartoon of the day Arts and Entertainment Buhari speaks on Femi Adesina's book on 'software' of past administration "It is exciting. Yes, he sat with me many times both in the office and at home, and so he heard and observed many things not generally known." TRAVELOGUE: Discovering Victoria Island, Ikoyi, anew with Google Lens The play chronicles the last hours of Mr Fajuyi, who paid the supreme sacrifice for loyalty and country. Opinion G20: When Nigeria goes fishing, By Fredrick Nwabufo Nigeria has played a good hand at the G20 summit in India. The country went fishing for investments, partnerships, and not for loans. This is a diametrical shift from the status quo. As it is today, it is much more prudent and decent to go fishing for opportunities for the country than to go borrowing. Ali Bongo: Lets make some noise for Gabon's one-time funk singer, By Osmund Agbo Gabon is one of Africa's wealthier nations, boasting huge oil and mineral reserves, and it's able to protect and preserve its pristine rainforests with rich biodiversity. Since the country gained independence from France in 1960, the Bongo dynasty has ruled Gabon for 56 years. It was only during the first seven years of independence that a non-Bongo, Gabriel Léon M'ba, served as both President and Prime Minister. Promoted Enroll for the BSN world-class MBA programme and shape your future today We would like to take a moment to inform you about the incredible opportunity to join our prestigious MBA programme. KWAM 1 announces 1 October land sales roll out at T Pumpy's new estate in Jibi, Abuja Jibi District, situated along the picturesque Kubwa Expressway, offers the perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility. Business opportunities in the online gaming industry Services such as game development and content creation are just a few areas where entrepreneurs and investors can spread their tentacles. Sports US Open: Alcaraz blows Zverev away in three sets to book consecutive semifinals World No. 1 Alcaraz is two matches away from successfully defending his US Open title after dispatching Zverev in three straight sets on Thursday. NWFL: Obi launches "Women's Football Rising" to tackle developmental problems in Nigeria The platform, according to Obi, was introduced by her team at the 2023 Women's World Cup and is aimed at tracking the development and boosting the business and commercial value of the local game Fact Checker TRUE! Congo military carried out massacre in Goma amidst protest CLAIM: The Congolese army, FARDC, deployed its forces to attack the protesting civilians of Goma. FALSE! Former president Obasanjo not dead as claimed in viral video Claim: Former President Olusegun Obasanjo is dead. Health INTERVIEW: Why men should screen for prostate cancer early – Specialist Motolani Ogunsanya, a US-based professor, shares her findings from research on "the experiences of black men who have survived prostate cancer" and recommends how to improve the management and treatment of the disease in Nigeria Nigeria to introduce HPV vaccines to protect girls against cervical cancer WHO estimates that cervical cancer could be first cancer to be eliminated if 90 per cent of girls are vaccinated against HPV. 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.