NCDMB Media Manager, Obinna Ezeobi PhD, Delivers UNN Jackson Annual Lecture

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‘Return of A Lion,’ Why we invited our alumnus as guest speaker, University of Nigeria Nsukka mass communication department gives details   The Department of Mass Communication, University of Nigeria Nsukka, Enugu State has invited Dr. Obinna Ezeobi, Manager Media and Publicity at the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) to serve as the guest speaker at its 14th Jackson Annual Lecture. Platforms Africa reports that Ezeobi, an alumnus of the institution is billed to speak on “Local Content, National Development and Strategic Communications Imperative”, at the event scheduled…

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SHIN Visits NCDMB, Gets Assurances of Support for Oil Industry Projects

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The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe on Friday received a delegation from the Samsung Heavy Industries Nigeria (SHIN), led by their new Managing Director, Mr. Jin Lee. The meeting was held at the Board’s Lagos liaison office and discussions focused on the firm’s in-country capacities, which include heavy fabrication and FPSO integration quayside at the SHI MCI free zone, Takwa Bay Lagos. The company sought the Board’s assistance to attract new projects to the facility, highlighting their experience to execute…

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Assault:Ogun Govt Suspends Monarch For Six Months

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The Ogun State Government on Monday suspended the Olorile of Orile Ifo, Oba Abdulsemiu Ogunjobi, for six months for assaulting a 73 year old man, Chief Abraham Areola. This was conveyed in a statement signed by the State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon Ganiyu Hazmat,obtained by Premium News. According to him,the suspension became necessary following the uncivil conduct of the monarch on his subject in the public glare, not befitting the status of an Oba. READ ALSO: ‘Not Tuesday Again,’ NLC Postpones Protest Against 50% Call, Data…

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‘Not Tuesday Again,’ NLC Postpones Protest Against 50% Call, Data Tariff Hike

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Nigeria Labour Congress says it has suspended its planned nationwide protest against the recent 50 per cent hike in telecom tariffs approved by the Nigerian Government. NLC shelved the rally for Tuesday (today) following a meeting with government representatives at the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation in Abuja, on Monday. Cockroach Milk Four Times More Nutritious Than Cow’s Milk – Study Alagba: Close Up On The Royal Ogbomoso Tortoise Which Lived For 344 Years Tariff Hike Imminent As Nigeria’s Electricity Subsidy Hits N2.8 Trillion ‘50%…

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They Love My Money, Mikel Speaks On Father’s Kidnapping Ordeal

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Former Super Eagles captain, John Obi Mikel, has opened up about the harrowing experience of learning about his father’s kidnapping just two hours before Nigeria’s crucial FIFA World Cup match against Argentina. Speaking on The Obi One Podcast published on Monday, Mikel revealed that he received a call from his brother informing him that their father had been kidnapped in Nigeria. It was the second time such an incident had occurred. “Kidnappers love my dad,” Mikel said, adding, “No, they love my money.” The midfielder, who was set to captain…

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Court Sentences Ogun Couple, Son’s Killers To Death By Hanging

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An Ogun State High Court sitting in Kobape, Abeokuta, the state capital, on Monday sentenced Lekan Adekanbi, Ahmed Odetola, and Waheed Adeniyi to death by hanging for the murder of Kehinde Fatinoye, his wife, Bukola Fatinoye, and their son, Oreoluwa, on January 1, 2023. The couple was attacked at their Ibara GRA residence shortly after returning from a crossover service. Led by their driver, Adekanbi, the assailants invaded their home at about 2am, killing them before setting the house and their bodies on fire. They also tied up their son,…

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Alagba: Close Up On The Royal Ogbomoso Tortoise Which Lived For 344 Years

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Platforms Africa digs out 5 unique facts about the reptile   Alagba, meaning “elderly one,” was a tortoise that lived in the palace of Ogbomoso, Oyo State. She was believed to possess healing powers, attracting visitors from far and wide. VaDoma: The African Ostrich Tribe With Rare ‘Two-toed’ Population Cockroach Milk Four Times More Nutritious Than Cow’s Milk – Study The honored reptile was said to have been brought to the palace by the kingdom’s third monarch, Isan Okumoyede, who ruled from 1770 to 1797. Alagba passed away on October…

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Cockroach Milk Four Times More Nutritious Than Cow’s Milk – Study

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. You actually want to read details of the research at the institute for Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine in India + why scientists want you to believe that Cockroach Milk is the ‘Next ‘superfood.’   Most people would prefer never to come across a cockroach, especially in a restaurant, but according to scientists the insect’s secretions could soon be making an appearance on menus everywhere. This is because cockroach milk, or post-natal fluid, is being hailed as the latest foody fad for non-dairy drinkers. According to researchers from…

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Tems Wins, Becomes First Nigerian To Have two Grammys To Her Name

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    Afrobeats singer Tems has scored her second golden gramophone at the Grammys with a win in the Best African Music Performance category. With Sunday’s prize, Tems has become the first Nigerian to have two Grammys to her name after winning the Best Melodic Rap Performance in 2023 for featuring on Future’s hit Wait For U.; Tems accepts award for Best African Music Performance for “Love Me JeJe” onstage during the 67th Annual GRAMMY Awards Premiere Ceremony at Peacock Theater on February 02, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. READ…

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NUPRC Goes Tough As 50 Oil Producers, Refiners Bicker Over Domestic Supply Anomaly

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  . ‘Henceforth no export permits for crude oil cargoes intended for domestic refining,’ full statement the upstream regulator sent to Platforms Africa      The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has bemoaned the violation of domestic crude supply law by some producers and refiners, declaring that it would “henceforth deny export permits for crude oil cargoes intended for domestic refining, if oil companies do not fulfill their domestic crude obligations.” Platforms Africa reports that this came as more than 50 critical industry players, both the refiners and producers…

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