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(Copyright ElohimTov.com). *NEWSPAPER HEADLINES FOR FRIDAY 15TH DECEMBER 2023* *PUNCH* Nigeria, others spend $441bn on debt servicing World Bank Niger gets $25,000 SKorea grants for water projects Customs generate 70% revenue from Lagos, says Comptroller-General Bank robbery: Fish out perpetrators, Oyebanji tells security agencies Sowore challenges Tinubu to ECOWAS marathon contest AFCON: Kalou wary of dangerous Eagles Mother knocks Niger police for detaining 10-year-old son IMF seeks stronger crypto regulation Kano gov election: echoes of past similar cases UWCL: Nnadozie saves penalty in Paris first-ever win Israel-Hamas war: Missing limbs, diseases tell sad tales of childrens deadly burdens Stakeholders consider leasing option amid economic crunch Rivers lawmaker denies returning to PDP Edo Rep pays 10,000 indigent students WASSCE fees Akpabio allegedly slumps after birthday colloquium Onasanya loses mum, FirstBank, Sanwo-Olu mourn Yuletide: Police beef up security in Imo communities Ogun dry port will create 40,000 jobs Commissioner Obaseki delivers UNIBEN 296th inaugural lecture Bayelsa coastal dwellers seek laws to protect marine environment Oborevworis aide lauds journalists on professionalism TAJBank gets recognition for non-interest banking Raff Military expands to Nigeria Manufacturers pay N900bn tax in nine months, says report 45% of Nigerians use digital services Report Senate to amend Fiscal Responsibility Act 2007 for improved oversight Nigeria, second highest contributor to $26bn cigarette butt pollution Report OAU cautions students on using Okada Jumia shuts food delivery operations in Nigeria Africa Prudential upgrades office building *VANGUARD* Tinubu, Abiodun, Akume, others bid Chris Ogunbanjo farewell Patriotism will put Nigeria on right path 'Tinubu Despite court order, Makinde presents staff to new Aseyin IYC condemns killing of four soldiers, abduction of two foreigners in Rivers We'll address customers' banking needs by providing personalized solutions' Emefienim Rivers crisis: Ex-governors to intervene in dispute ' George FG to overhaul education sector ' Minister Gov. Oyebanji empowers 48 indigent citizens with N20m Turkish club president given lifetime ban after referee attack Just in: Four more Rivers commissioners resign from office Onwordi bags civil society man of the year award We're transforming Nigeria with support of N'Assembly ' Tinubu Bello Matawalle and controversy Ondo crisis: Past events caused us delay' Aiyedatiwa Edo Guber: I'll support whoever PDP picks ' Gov Obaseki Rivers Crisis: Assembly factions flex muscles Rivers: APC crowns Wike Nigeria's dean of politics, decries failure of governance in state Emefiele, awaiting his kinsmen for rescue Outstanding electoral reform questions for Nigeria (4) To Buhari, the kind hearted toughie at 81 MultiChoice as target of snipers with blank bullets Tributes pour in for late Maj. Gen Alli , former COAS NNPC, Remittance, Opacity: Setting The Records Straight Sanwo-Olu receives AFCON trophy ahead of Cote d'Ivoire tournament Liverpool lose in Belgium, Villarreal reach Europa League last 16 Davido, Wizkid, Burna Boy nominated for 2024 MOBO Awards [Full List] Facts and fiction on the National Welding Policy, By Adekunle Adekoya Rosalie's crusade, By Donu Kogbara Abia: Butchers protest alleged eviction threat *THE NATION* Crisis: Six commissioners resign from Fubaras govt From Lagos slum to Napoli sensation: Amazing rise of Osimhen, Africas soccer king Tinubu, Abiodun, Anyaoku, Ayo Adebanjo, others bid Ogunbanjo farewell AMCON recovers N1.8tr, sustains profitability, says MD NGF, ex-VP Sambo, Emir seek thorough probe of Tudun Biri error bombings We must address challenges facing our gender, First Lady tells women groups Keyamo to sacked aviation agencies heads: hand over to most senior officers Parents, VCs, students laud exemption of tertiary institutions from IPPIS Fear of sit-at-home in Southeast over Supreme Court verdict on Kanu Slim allocation threatens Edo, Ondo governorship polls, others, says INEC NDDC owing contractors N50b, minister tells N/Assembly With Olokpo App, Onose-Eromosele hauls people into prosperity Tinubu: We are working with lawmakers to fix economy Im for peace, Aiyedatiwa declares after resumption Minister inaugurates Senior Citizens Fair Presidency, UNDP, EU unite for acceleration of climate action plan ASR Africa donates $500,000 to boost health infrastructure Anambra lawmakers repeal law establishing states newspaper Federal civil service to attain full digitisation by 2025, says Yemi-Esan Prepare for challenges of Information Age, Oloyede tells Nigerians Niger sanctions will be lifted if junta shows goodwill, says ECOWAS Speaker Kaduna drone mishap: CAPPA seeks speedy, thorough investigation Ball game in Kaduna Halal Gallery showcases Islamic arts Youths and corruption notes for the EFCC chairman A book after my heart Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo is my Minister of the Year Sir Ahmadu Bellos Christmas Message Jahjah shines in new visuals for Okene Wale Adenugas biography debuts Davido, Adekunle Gold to headline The BlockParty NUJ partners The Drum Online for Drum Festival In Canada CBN directs banks to raise financial products quality Aisha Ochuwa earns Entrepreneur Of The Year nomination from CEOs Network Africa Agberos, transport unions and public order COP 28 and the allure of Dubai to Nigerians GlaxoSmithKlines exit and the Nigerian blame game *THISDAY* At Inauguration, New FCSC Chair, Olaopa, Commits to Civil Service Reform Agenda Insecurity: FCTA Crushes 639 Impounded Motorcycles Tinubu: Were Transforming Nigerias Economy With Support of NAssembly 2024 Budget: Senate Pledges Adequate Funding for Defence Space Administration Cross River Targets Over N35bn IGR for 2024 COP-28: Orelope-Adefulire, UNDP, EU Canvass Improved Climate Action Plan Through INFF Tinubu: Well Deploy Data to Address Deficiencies in Policymaking SSS Drags Sixto Court for Fraud, Impersonation, Forgery in Ekiti Revenue Service Peaceful Conduct of Kogi Guber Poll Reflects Ododos Acceptability, Says Akande Rivers Attorney General, Adangor Resigns NSCC Makes Case for Inclusion of Older Persons in Economic Devt AbdulRazaq Commended for Rising to the Needs of Charity Homes in Kwara Insecurity: Expert Canvasses Strategic Leadership, Proactive Steps Rinotech MD Calls for Peacein Rivers Foundation Set for Food Drive, Health Checks for the Elderly NACAT Partners Catholic Care Home, Donates Money, Food Items Etanabene: Govt Has No Basis Borrowing to Fund 2024 Budget Gyang: Supreme Court ll Do Justice to Plateau PDP Congress Issue Dashing into Unknown Territory Spells Doom, Intending Migrants Admonished FG Calls on Nigerians to Cultivate Bamboo Enugu Inaugurates 10 Small Claims Court Ogun Employs 1,000 Teachers With Four Soldiers Killed, Two Koreans Kidnapped, Security Concerns Mount in Rivers Sanwo-Olu Presents N2.246 Trillion 2024 Appropriation Bill to Lagos Assembly Cardoso Seeks Banks, Stakeholders Commitment to Drive Financial Inclusion Trade, Investment Ministry Clarifies Budget for WTO Office DCSL Rebrands, Unveils Innovative Boardroom App Climate Change: Nearly 200 Countries Agree On Historic Deal to Reduce Fossil Fuel Consumption Nigerias Oil Production Fell 3m Barrels in November, OPEC Data Shows Bad Roads: FERMA Poorly Funded, Needs Higher Budgetary Allocation, Says National Assembly Telecoms Operators Optimistic Broadband Penetration Will Surpass 70% Target by December 2025 Technology Innovation Will Influence Nigerias Economy, Says Minister Nigerias Revenue Drive and the Task Ahead NNPC, Remittance, Opacity: Setting the Records Straight Fedotov: Digital Solutions Will Reduce Carbon Emissions, Boost Clean Technologies Nigerian Equities Market Benchmark Index Crosses Historical 72,000bpts Experts: FG Will Achieve N10.4tn Revenue TargetwithTaxes on Luxury Asset, Affluent Lifestyle Transcorp Restates Commitment to Impacting Society Oluyole Expo 2023 for Business Convergence, Family Values Fubara Asserts Control in Rivers, Presents 2024 Budget to Four-member Assembly Highlighting the Contributions of Africans to the Arts Team Lagos Performing Well at National Para Games, Says Okunnnu CAF AWARDS: Nigerian Breweries Raise a Toast to Osimhen, Oshoala, Nnadozie Bayelsa United Kit Sponsorship Deal Embarrassing, Says Diri Chukwueze Sends Newcastle out of Europe, Milan Drop into Europa Enoh Leads Ministerial Retreat on 2024 Olympic and African Games JPMorgans Epic $9.2bn Prediction: US Sports Betting Market Poised for Explosive Growth In Oyo State, Retail Betting Eyes iGaming Shift Akeredolus Moment of Truth *DAILY TRUST* FCTA crushes 1,509 commercial motorcycles, vows to continue clampdown BREAKING: Two More Commissioners Resign amid Wike-Fubara Rift Shirts worn by Messi at World Cup sell for $7.8m Tinubus Govt Has No Plan To Stifle Media Minister Messi nominated for FIFA best player awards Senegal: Court orders opposition leader Sonkos reinstatement on electoral list Universities Exclusion From IPPIS Will Enhance Efficiency VCs Committee ECOWAS Court dismisses convicts request to complete jail term in Nigeria Nigerias earnings from oil exports to shrink in 2024 CBN Stop parading yourself as petroleum minister, Falana tells Tinubu UK appoints new deputy high commissioner in Abuja IDF condemns Ekiti robbery, urges govt to beef up security Forget Bitcoin and Dogecoin, $4 Million Euler Network Presale is the Top Crypto to Get Now BNB, XRP Hit by Selloff Pressure, But GameStop Memes Presale Raises $4M to Take Top Crypto Presale Title Police recover vehicles, motorcycles used for Ekiti bank robbery Lack of data affecting Nigerias growth Tinubu Nigeria working with neighbours to combat migrants smuggling Immigration WHO grantsPre-qualification Status to NAFDACs Lagos drug laboratory Actor Patrick Doyle set to remarry just months after divorce Israeli ambassador to UK rejects two-state solution with Palestine Optimizing Home Furnace Performance with the Right Size Air Filters: A Quick Guide BREAKING: Tinubus move to end Wike, Fubara rift has collapsed APC Degree alone should not guarantee job in Nigeria JAMB Registrar Kano to pay demolished shops owners N3bn Fubara signs N800bn budget into law World Bank: Nigeria among developing countries that serviced debt with $443.5bn Well Ensure Peaceful Lagos, Enforce Okada Ban, New CP Vows In 50 years time, I want people to remember my art Rema CCIJ wins grant for election transparency project Jumia Food to exit Nigeria by end of 2023 Corruption: Four Japanese ministers resign Why I might not become heavyweight champion till next six years Anthony Joshua Crisis over Akeredolus health slowed down Ondos progress Acting Gov Mohbad: Naira Marley Demands N500m from Iyabo Ojo over defamation Subsidy is gone, FG dismisses World Banks claim I want a man who cant cook Hilda Baci BREAKING: Rivers Commissioner resigns as Wike, Fubaras rift deepens Gaza war hits neighboring Arab economies, could cut GDP 2.3% UN study Not all cases should get to the Supreme Court SAN, Lagos CJ Niger sanctions will be lifted if junta releases Bazoum ECOWAS Speaker BREAKING: Directors of aviation agencies sacked hours after CEOs removal Blow for Chelsea as Osimhen agrees contract extension with Napoli PSG, Porto into Champions League last 16 as Newcastle exit US House launches impeachment inquiry against Biden Nigerian rapper Chidey drops new EP on heartbreak Kebbi gov warns officials: Sell govt vehicle, get fired Suspected vandal electrocuted in Ogun War on Gaza: Muslim Scholars Union seeks Tinubus intervention Ambazonian rebels raze houses in C/River community Enugu inaugurates 10 courts for financial disputes Why marketers refrain from oil importation Kyari Ex-general, others fault Oba of Benin on ownership of Lagos N1.57trn budget not enough to fight insecurity Defence minister Tudun Biri bombing: Community leaders deny suing FG Garnishee order freezing Kano govts accounts obtained fraudulently Official Heavy rains in Gaza worsen Palestinians misery amid Israeli bombardment Senators consider scrapping AMCON over poor performance ICPC, FCSC helmsmen sworn in Money being spent on frivolities than real women issues Minister *GUARDIAN* Supreme Council for Sharia commends CDS's professional handling of Kaduna bombing Foundation sensitises students on menstrual hygiene National Assembly support helping me to transform economy, says Tinubu ECOWAS Court declines plea for US prisoner to complete jail term in Nigeria CBN assures Nigerians of decline in inflation, exchange rate in 2024 Winners emerge in Abebi Award non-fiction competition IDF condemns Ikere bank robbery, urges Federal, State governments to beef up security Lagos and the 2024 budget of renewal Peaceful conduct of Kogi guber poll reflects Ododo's acceptability, says Bisi Akande Sanwo-Olu to subsidize pharmaceutical products to cushion high cost of drugs NAFDAC's lab gets WHO prequalification status Poland ordered to pay woman denied abortion Denmark says arrests foiled terror attack Pope's surgeon investigated for alleged fraud Israeli ambassador to UK rejects two-state solution Delta Assembly passes 2024 Appropriation Bill of N724.9bn 2024: AbdulRazaq presents N296.4bn budget to Kwara Assembly FIFA places 11 Nigerian referees, 11 assistants on 2024 international lists Pope calls for global treaty to regulate AI Germany to stop accepting imams from Turkey Agns Varda: Her Career in Cinema Celebrated in Google Doodle Onyedika linked with January transfer move to Galatasaray Nigerians permitted to film, take photos of officers on duty - Police Beyonc Nears Billionaire Status with Successful 'Renaissance' Tour Beyonc Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Surprise Music Drop Waste reduction: Ogun commences 'renew and reuse' waste agenda LCAN wraps 5th Africa Coaching Week with grand finale in Lagos Court sentences man to death by hanging for setting his mother ablaze in Niger Enugu govt partners firms to develop two new housing estates Some attackers of US embassy in Iraq 'linked to security services You need more than a certificate to get employed, JAMB tells graduates France probes death of actress who first denounced Depardieu Tiffany Haddish Charged After Second DUI Arrest Australian woman charged over doughnut truck theft At least 16 dead in motorway pile-up in Venezuela: fire brigade Two fugitives nabbed while partying, shopping in Italy Rivers State attorney-general Adangor resigns MTMPN wants legislative action on National Traditional Medicine bill African Development Bank and ICIEC Partner to support financing of ESG Projects in Cte d'Ivoire with EUR 194 million insurance support Man charged in US synagogue president's murder China arrests former top bank official for bribery Chris Rock Declines hosting 2024 Golden Globes after Oscars Clap Woman who assaulted step daughter will be prosecuted ' Commissioner Intrigues over my boss's health were unnecessary distractions, says Aiyedatiwa Yinka Ayefele - 'My triplets always ask me why I can't stand Tems Says She Received Death Threats Over Pregnancy Rumours Abiodun constitutes committee for establishment of Naval base in Ogun US House launches Republican impeachment inquiry against Biden Ondo crisis: Ajulo hails Akeredolu's handover of power to Aiyedatiwa Philippines deports 180 Chinese detained in anti-trafficking raid Oyebanji orders arrest of perpetrators of Ikere-Ekiti bank robbery Tinubu sacks FAAN, NAMA, NIMET DGs, others Lawmaker pledges to pay WAEC fees for 10,000 indigent students in Edo Kwara Govt approves conversion of general hospital to KWASU teaching hospital Group canvasses APC support for Osunbor as former Reps dump PDP for LP in Edo APC faults Fubara's budget presentation to four Rivers lawmakers Trade ministry debunks report of N1billion budget for Geneva trip Osimhen set to extend contract at Napoli - Report Do not kill yourself on the job ' Lagos CJ advises judges *TRIBUNE* NASS support helping my reform agenda to succeed 'Tinubu Kaduna bombing: Ex-VP Sambo, Emir of Zazzau call for immediate probe FG to power sector players: We'll wield the big stick if Hostile succession hindering development in Ogun ' Amb Sarafa Tunji Isola We'll continue to partner UNICEF, UNDP, others in 2024 ' Soludo Olubunmi Kuku succeeds Kabir Yusuf as FAAN boss COP28: Nigerian govt wants Climate Action Plan accelerated Partnership key to transforming civil service ' FG Removal of universities from IPPIS, perfect move to tackle brain drain ' Arogbofa Reps to institutionalise youth leadership programme ' Speaker Abbas KWASSIP: Kwara supports 360 startups with N229.5m revolving loan FG to release policy programme addressing Seafarers sea-time challenges Funding still major challenge in varsities ' Vice-Chancellors Interswitch, OGSHIA partner to boost healthcare accessibility Four ECOWAS legislators bag award for exceptional dedication to democracy Bauchi Gov advocates Police remembrance day for fallen officers Insecurity: FCTA crushes 639 impounded motorcycles Scrutinise oil revenue accruing to NNPCL, World Bank urges FG Sanwo-Olu promises to roll out health palliatives for Lagosians 2024 budget: CRIRS to contribute N35bn of IGR Nigeria to deploy data-driven solutions to harness economy ' Tinubu Research into security, agric sectors, Reps Committee tasks NASENI DigitHER trains 300 women in digital literacy to combat gender-based violence Insecurity: Again, group organises special prayer in Zamfara Zamfara: NYSC denies paying ransom for kidnapped Corps members Archbishop Ugorji laments over level of brain drain in Nigeria Fubara signs 2024 Rivers appropriation bill into law USAID closeout five-year health programme in Bauchi Oba of Benin, Belgium govt unite against human trafficking Emmanuella: 13-year-old comedienne's latest video stirs reactions online FCT Water Board targets over N3bn revenue in 2024 Power, key to industrialisation, economic development ' Edo LP Guber aspirant Oyo Land Commissioner gives more updates on Agodi Gardens, planned estate Anambra lawmaker urges journalists to investigate non-conduct of LGA elections Ekiti govt seals four commercial banks for violating environmental laws McPherson varsity holds Christmas carol, rewards outstanding staff Rivers Crisis: Two Wike loyalists resign Fubara's cabinet Rivers Attorney-General, Commissioner for Justice, Adangor, resigns Is Betting the new epidemic threatening Nigeria's future Two docked for allegedly stealing gas cylinders in Lagos Six etiquette lessons to teach children EU pledges support to diversify Nasarawa economy Lawyers trained on human rights protection in Sokoto Kokori's our hero, we'll participate in his burial arrangements ' Gov Oborevwori NANS applauds FG over exemption of varsities, others from IPPIS Six ways to give a thoughtful Christmas gift Rivers crisis: Why Fubara's budget presentation is unconstitutional ' APC IT firm harps on solution to plastic waste menace The SIM trend: How Nigerians react to Rivers movie of twist and turns Empire Homes shines bright at Glitzy Empire Awards & Magazine launch event Public office holders must show leadership, accountability ' Governors' Forum DG Mohbad: Naira Marley accuses Iyabo Ojo of defamation, demands N500m FG committed to improving social welfare inclusion, security ' Bagudu Aiyedatiwa calls for renewed unity to accelerate developmentinOndo Shanty Town' ranks most watched Nollywood drama on Netflix Africa Care centre builds skills for special needs children Caesarean delivery doesn't protect from pelvic organ prolapse ' Gynaecologist Our aim is to reduce deaths among mothers, infants in Oyo, Lagos, Ogun ' Rotary MultiChoice Talent Factory West Africa rounds up another year of creatives' empowerment *BLUEPRINT* 2023 AFCON: Super Eagles ready to conquer Africa again Osimhen 120 golfers to participate in TOPFX golf tournament Wike versus Fubara: Who laughs last Antetokounmpo sets franchise record as Bucks beat Pacers Rivers: Wike now Dean of politics in Nigeria APC Day 16 of 16: Action against VAWG How Imo made $12m from World Banks budgeting system Commissioner APM to INEC: Impostors are misrepresenting our party Zulum flags off construction of N10.9 bn 7.4 km Maiduguri roads Kwara approvesteaching hospital for varsity,votes N17.8 bn for hotel remodeling Varsity degrees will no longer be sole guarantor of jobs JAMB registrar Bolt driver escapes kidnap attempt in Cross River Zamfara: Dauda sympathises with people of Zurmi over bandit attacks AMCON has recovered over N1.8trn Official Hajj 2023: NAHCON halts seat allocation to private tour operators Hardship: Bear with Tinubu,Malagi begs Nigerians CNPC Ltd.announcesdemise of formerGMD Kwara: AbdulRazaq presents N296.4bn 2024 budget to assembly Senate justifies existence ofAMCON despite N146bnloss in 12 months Dont politicise Tudun Biri mishap for parochial gains, group warns Northerners in Lagos made mistake trusting Sanwo-Olus promises AYCF Breaking: Rivers assembly passes 2024 budget, Fubara signs into law Sanction regime against violations of term elongation WADEMOS, TLP, others tell ECOWAS UDUS alumni moves to reposition FCT chapter New ICPC chair assumes office, promises to lead by example Tundu Biri drone attack: Miqati condoles victims, calls for full scale investigation Digital trust: NITDA DG makes case for implementation of intl standards to support digitisation policies Digital economy: Transparency, broadband connectivity bedrock of my leadership Maida Mohbad: Naira Marley move to sue Iyabo Ojo Breaking: Rivers Attorney-General resigns AC Milan send Newcastle out of UEFA Champions League, Europe Arsenal, Manchester City only Premier League clubs standing as UEFA Champions League knockout draws beckon Leicester down Millwall, reclaim Championship top spot UEFA Champions League: Full list of last 16 clubs Pictures: Edeh promises to transform BSU alumni, inaugurates campaign team Philip Agbese: The most courageous man in Nigeria today OSR Cruise redefines transportation, launches mobility app Pictures: Relief moment for hospitalised patients as Kanu leads Enyimba on community service Pictures: 2 Nigerian professional wrestlers sign international management deal SGBV: WEADI urges victims to speak up Tundu Biri drone attack: CHRICED calls for transparency, accountability SCI reveals hunger as major challenge affecting children in 2023 Bandits burn 4 operational military, police vehicles in Zamfara Tudun Biri community disowns suit against FG Tension as separatists kill monarch, abduct 40, raze homes in Cross River Official: PDP declares 25 lawmakers seat vacant, demands fresh election Rewane doubts Tinubus ambitious $1trn economy target Equity market remains bullish, gains N215bn NAICOM drags MDAs before SGF over contraventions on insurance of government asset NUPENG scribe Afolabi cant take credit for PTD health insurance scheme Osesua FG stresses need to recycle plastics, not ban use NASC trains 25 officers on digital seed certification CBN assures public of adequate cash supply Transparency shall be our bedrock in telecom regulation Maida Lagos government approves insurance club in secondary schools FG to promote bamboo cultivation, utilisation in Nigeria Nigeria can boost crude oil production to 2m bpd Minister Natasha advocates 100% local production of military kits U.S. government, Abdul Samad Rabiu Africa Initiative partner to fight tuberculosis *PEOPLES DAILY* Breaking News: Tudun Biri Survivors Task Security Agents to Fish Out Fraudulent Lawyer Underperformance: Senate panel defends AMCON APC group protests appointment of NCDMB Secretary Sokoto guber: PDP heads to Supreme Court after losing at Court of Appeal 2024 budget : Senate frowns at 'meagre' allocations for Information Ministry My ministry's budget too small to fight poverty- Minister Ondo: Akeredolu transmits power to deputy governor, begins medical leave LP formed out of anger, PDP should woo Peter Obi to return ' Bode George Nasarawa Assembly directs lawmaker to resume plenary Powerful Nigerians involved in illegal mining funding banditry, terrorism ' Minister NASS library to be commissioned Saturday, December 16 CMG wraps up 'Twinkle Star Project' 2023 Catholic Laity Council of Nigeria marks 50 years Rep advocates for esterblishment of Federal Ministry of Senior Citizens affairs Obey Court order now' protesters storm NNPC tower in Abuja Mele Kyari: Former, Serving Lawmakers Commend Tinubu Over Re-Appointment INEC Chairman tasks new RECs on limits of their delegated powers, responsibilities Renewed Hope Agenda: NOA DG restrategises to deliver on mandate Reps lament devastating effects of flood, pollution, deforestation Tinubu unveils plans for massive investments in health sector ACF removes Aduku as chairman itel Unveils New Logo, Restates Commitment To Reshaping Smart Life Service In Nigeria Naira redesign policy frustrated farmers, says agric minister Customs targets N5trn revenue in 2024 but FG, World Bank to collaborate on technical assistance for mining industry Stallion Nigeria appeals UBA's claim of N156bn debt Tinubu: Nigeria in friendly competition with Russia on energy supply to Europe Wale Edun says FG considering 2024 budget review Umahi commends Nigeria LNG for funding completion of Bodo-Bonny road in Rivers Housing ministry, Diaspora commission partners to change narratives of urban development Turkey referee punched: Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca arrested after attack Robbery Attack: Gov. Obaseki provides succour for injured, traumatised Sunshine players, officials 2023 in retrospect: The Nigerian journey so far (1) *DAILY INDEPENDENT* 2023 Christmas Carols Festival: Akwa Ibom Is Ready ' Information Commissioner, Ememobong Niger Delta Ministry Owing Contractors N50bn ' Minister Excellence In Aviation: Governor Sanwo-Olu Applauds Caverton's Achievement Of New AW 109 Simulator IPPIS: Lecturers Laud FG, Say Universities Can Now Enjoy Their Autonomy Kogi Poll: Peaceful Conduct Of Election Reflects Ododo's Acceptability ' Akande Group Condemns Ikere Bank Robbery Attack Sanwo-Olu To Embark On Health Palliatives To Improve Lagos Residents' Wellbeing Ewhrudjakpo Wants FG To Invest In Human Resources Development In Health Sector Insecurity: FCTA Impounds, Crushes 639 Motorcycles Gombe Deputy Governor Counsels Customs Officers On Good Leadership National Prayers Dominate Oyo NOA Christmas Carol Buni Seeks Partnership With Turkish Investors On Irrigation, Meat Processing Bauchi To Establish Faecal Sludge Treatment Plant Onoh Chukwuma, Who Committed Suicide After Losing N2.5m Bet, Laid To Rest Rivers: Pro-Wike Lawmakers Defy Court Order, Pass Two Bills, Flay Assembly Demolition English Clubs Top Spenders As FIFA Publishes 2023 Agents In International Transfers Report Group Petitions Lagos Assembly Over Proposed Health Compact Agreement Between WHO, Govs Community Legacy Projects By Corps Members Will Hasten National Devt ' Idaewor Architects' Council Sends Off Retired Staff, Urges Good Representation JUST IN: Rivers Attorney-General, Adangor Resigns COP28 And The Allure Of Dubai To Nigerians (2) SodiQ Rufai Sheds Light on Nigerian Fashion Industry, Entrepreneurship Journey, Philanthropy Obaship: Traditional Rulers Endorse Kayode Ayetiwa, As Monarch-designate NLNG Reiterates Commitment To Enhance Healthcare Delivery, Unveils Renovated UUTH Hamas Leader Names Conditions For Peace Talks Real Madrid Have Earned Nearly '80 million From The Champions League This Season Gusau, NFF President, Visits Ilorin On Courtesy Call, To Grace Governor's Cup, Monday NYSC DG Hails Corps Members As 2023 Batch 'C' Orientation Course Ends In Yobe Heineken's 150th Anniversary Celebration Rocks Africa With Star-Studded 'Hey Neighbour' Festival Afrobeats Extravaganza: Teni, 9ice, Others To Ignite 30th GOtv Boxing Night Nigeria Urged To Refrain From Violence To Safeguard Human Rights PSG, Porto Into Champions League Last 16 As Newcastle United Exit Lagos State Will Enforce Economic Growth To Protect Investment ' AG Pedro NIS Promotes Spokesman, 4851 Others N12bn In TCF: PenCom Calls On Ex-Julius Berger, Banks' Workers To Come Forward For Claims 9mobile Mentors Jos SMEs With Hack Business Master Class Militants Allegedly Kill Four Soldiers, Abduct Oil Workers In Rivers How Water Tank Crashed On Building, Killed 8-Day-Old Baby, Mother In Ondo ASUU Upbeat As FEC Okays Exit Of Varsities, Polytechnics From IPPIS Enugu Govt Inaugurates 10 Small Claims Court Uzodimma Is The Link Of South East To The Centre ' Idimogu Oando Boosts Electric Mobility With Purchase Of 50 New Electric Vehicles Nigeria HasCapacity ToTransmit 15,000MW Russian-Ukraine War: Time For A Truce FEC's Exemption Of Varsities, Others From IPPIS Excites NANS Edo Needs Idahosa To Replicate Ovia Magic, Says Group Idahosa Needed To Replicate Ovia Magic In Edo State, Group Says Interswitch Advocates Collaboration For Innovation, Resilience NCC, NATCOMS Lead Stakeholders @ 2023 IT REALMS e-Waste Dialogue Why Israel Won't Stop Fighting Despite The Mounting Losses Frankfurt In Advanced Talks To Sign Donny van de Beek Water Tank Crashes On Building, Killes 8-day-old Baby, Mother In Ondo *LEADERSHIP* Group Condemns Ikere Ekiti Bank Robbery Rivers Crisis: Fubara Signs 2024 Appropriation Bill Into Law Day After Presentation Soun's Coronation Begins With N150m Empowerment NASS Threatens To Sanction Petroleum Ministers For Shunning Budget Defence Federal Gov't Boosts Wheat Farming In Bauchi With 1,400 Hectares Of Land Makinde Presents Staff Of Office To New Aseyin Rivers: Bode George Urges Swift Resolution, Says Crisis Can Spread Nationwide Family Buries 2-Year-Old Boy Killed By NDLEA Stray Bullet In Delta Delta Assembly Passes N725bn 2024 Appropriation Bill We 'll Tackle Inflation, Exchange Rate Challenge Next Year ' CBN Demolition: Kano Gov't Agrees To Pay Eid Ground Shop Owners N3bn Compensation Haaland Battles Messi, Mbappe For FIFA Men's Best 2023 Maritime Academy Graduates 157 Cadets Peaceful Conduct Of Kogi Guber Poll Reflects Ododo's Acceptability ' Akande 2023 AFCON: South Africa Name Nigerian-Born Ime Okon In Provisional Squad Yobe Postpones Local Gov't Elections to May 25 EFCC Arraigns Man Over N102.8 Million Dud Cheque Ondo Political Logjam Is Painful, Avoidable ' Aiyedatiwa ATCO Homes Receives Real Estate Brokerage Award For Economic Contributions [FULL LIST] Burna Boy, Davido, Wizkid, Others Make MOBO Awards Shortlist Ekiti Police Recover Vehicles, Bikes Used In Bank Robbery Pro-Wike Lawmakers Relocate To Rivers Assembly Quarters, Pass 2 Bills No Ransom Paid For Zamfara Kidnapped Corps Members ' NYSC FIFA Assigns 30 Nigerian Referees For International Duties In 2024 NDDC Awards 189 Foreign Scholarships Lack Of Data Has Hindered Growth ' Tinubu NSCDC Female Squad Thwarts 48 Kidnap Attempts In Schools Niger Delta Ministry Owes Contractors Over N50 Billion ' Minister 75 Sokoto Students Receive Higher Education Scholarships Borno Senate Seat: Petition Accuses 6 Justices Of Misconduct, Seeks NJC Action Uphold Constitution For Association's Progress, UNIMAID Alumni Urges BoT Chairman Varsity Degrees No Longer Guarantor Of Job Opportunities, JAMB Registrar Tells Graduates Nigerian Fraudster Convicted In US Loses Bid To Finish Sentence In Home Country Federal Gov't To Establish Bamboo Processing Factory In Kogi Irish Town Protests Against Housing Plans For Asylum Seekers Ekiti Bank Robbery: Fish Out Perpetrators, Gov Oyebanji Tells Police The Kaduna 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Crunch Persists Despite N3.3trn In Circulation NAPS Commends Dekeri's Gestures To Enhance Education In Edo CJN To Judges: Don't Allow Anyone Influence Your Judgements Civil Service Commission Chairman Pledges To End Job Racketeering Labour Opposes FG's Plan To Restructure TCN, Warns Of Dire Consequences Senate Backs AMCON's Continued Existence Firm Tasks Youths On Disruptive Sales Marketing *THE EDITORIAL* Kano govt to pay demolished shops owners N3bn Naira falls to N1260/$ in parallel market GOAT! 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