By Emeka Ejere The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has remitted another N7.8 billion to the federal government, bringing to N15.6 billion, the amount remitted by the examination body…
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PDP set to change name
By Emeka Emeka The opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has resolved to change its name, as a rebranding measure ahead of 2019 general election. ThisDay reported that the party had…
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Japan unveils mascots for 2020 Olympics Games
By Emeka Ejere Japanese organisers formally introduced their doe-eyed 2020 Olympic mascots to the world on Sunday, christening them with superhero names that could provide a tongue-twisting challenge to…
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India withdraws controversial tax on sanitary pads
India has withdrawn a controversial tax on sanitary pads following a vocal campaign led by activists and Bollywood stars to boost female education and empowerment. Saturday’s announcement is part of…
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18 slaughtered, 10 women kidnapped as Boko Haram hits Chad
By Emeka Ejere Eighteen people have been killed in a brutal attack by suspected Boko Haram jihadists in the Lake Chad region, a Chadian military source said Sunday. “Boko…
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