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By Kayode Abdulazeez Security of lives and properties is enshrined in the Nigerian constitution as one of the cardinal responsibilities of government at all levels. Federal, State, and Local Governments are granted the power to maintain law and order because…
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By Abdulrazaq Hamzat Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE has filed a lawsuit at the Federal High Court in Abuja, seeking to nullify the import licenses issued to the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPC), Matrix Petroleum Services Limited, A.A.…
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By Abdulrazaq Hamzat Gas shortage is a major problem in the energy sector of Nigeria, particularly in electricity generation. A recent report by the National Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) says that more than 70% of electricity generation companies in Nigeria…
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By Adeyemi Badewa As Nigeria celebrates its 64th independence anniversary, I'm filled with mixed emotions - sadness, frustration, and uncertainty. Born in the 80s, and I have witnessed the country's steady decline, and it's hard to comprehend the solution to…
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Wild Africa has partnered with Nigeria’s private radio station, Diamond 88.5 FM, to launch Wildlife Conservation Matters. This new 30-minute radio programme, airs bi-weekly, on the second and last Monday every month. This programme will cover significant issues confronting Nigeria’s wildlife and forests,…
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By Adeyemi Badewa Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has been a subject of intrigue since his assumption of office. His religious identity has been one of the topics of discussion, with many questioning his sincerity.  Let me delve into the…
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Plateau State Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Mr Lawandi Datti, has warned youths against jungle justice, advising them to report their concerns to constituted authorities. Datti stated this when he visited the family of the late Fwinbe Gofwan, who was…
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Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag said Antony could return in the Champions League tie at home to Galatasaray on Tuesday amid ongoing police inquiries into allegations of abuse against the Brazil international. The 23-year-old winger, who strongly denies the…
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Are you averse to accepting or making payments with the left hand because of your cultural or religious beliefs? Do you have a left-handed child or relative that is being forced to switch to the right hand while performing tasks…
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• Warn Number Of School Dropouts May Rise• Blame Subsidy Removal For Hike In Fees• Lament Fees Increase In Govt-Owned Schools• ‘Palliatives Can’t Douse Current Tension’ As primary and secondary schools resume nationwide for a new academic session this September,…
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Tobi Otokiti is the founder of ProductDive, a large and friendly product management community of about 14,000 African career professionals. Her school has trained over 1500 product management professionals through workshops, meet-ups, webinars, career-boosting content and career fairs.Otokiti , who…
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Thousands rallied Saturday in the Niger capital Niamey to demand that former colonial ruler France withdraw its troops as sought by a junta which seized power in June. The protesters gathered near a base housing French soldiers following a call…
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Congratulations Diamond 88.5fm Ilesa on your recognition as one of the top 10 most admired stations in South west Nigeria. All the thanks to God, Our Chairman, Management, Staff and you our esteemed listeners and fans. We just getting started.
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Hey Fam, the Primus Media Awards is just days away. Let's give our best wishes for one your own Tolulope Ojo aka Baba Federal as he hopes to snap awards in 3 different categories.From everyone here at diamond 88.5fm ilesa…
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Congratulations Tolulope Ojo (Baba Federal) ace presenter, newscaster and editor on your your nomination in the Best Political Presenter and Most Versatile Presenter Categories of the Primus Media Awards 2023. Vote for Tolulope Ojo of Diamond FM Voting is FREE https://primusmediacity.com/awardsvoting23/?fbclid=IwAR2iVp8Sd2KUAPm8HVeIx3w2wsdLbyHBMbAjKqqh8aXfd89l3eZvaymWmPg…
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One of your own, a fan favorite and prominent voice on your radio like no other @diamond885fm has been nominated in the Best Female Radio Broadcaster category of the forthcoming Yomafa Global Awards 2023. Vote for Olubukola Omoboriowo Owootomo (Omo-B)…
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President Bola Tinubu, on Monday, in Abuja, signed the Student Loan Bill into law. The signing of the bill was in “fulfilment of one of his campaign promises to liberalise funding of education,” a member of the Presidential Strategic Team,…
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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has issued a fresh circular to oil marketers on how much they will pay to get petroleum products. This came about two weeks after the Federal Government announced the removal of fuel subsidy. NNPCL…
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A National Industrial Court sitting in Abuja has ordered the arrest of the Inspector General of Police, Mr Usman Alkali, and the Force Secretary, AIG Hafeez Inuwa, for disobeying the court order, which was regarded as contempt. The court had…
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Japanese car maker Toyota revealed its plan on Tuesday to roll out next-generation battery electric vehicles globally. A full lineup of BEVs is scheduled to be launched in 2026. The automotive company noted that by 2030, 1.7 million units out…
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