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Karl Toriola, Chief Executive Officer of MTN Nigeria, has said the Nigerian telecom sector is in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Addressing a hybrid telecom investment forum virtually on Tuesday in Lagos, Toriola warned that the industry could collapse if urgent steps are not taken. While highlighting the challenges facing telecom operators, he emphasized that without addressing the fundamental issues, the sector could face a severe downturn. He said: “The telecom sector is facing a lot of challenges of which if urgent action is not taken, it will dry up. MTN renegotiates agreements on 3,500 sites, cuts fx spending MTN…

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During one of the buffet sessions at IHG Hotel in Makkah, a discussion arose by one of the guests who asked about the nationalities of those sitting together at the table for the dinner. “Where are you from,” asked the guest sitting beside me and I responded, “Nigeria.” “Are you also from Nigeria? The questioner, a Nigerien, asked the next person sitting beside this writer to which he responded in affirmative. And the discussion went on with no fewer than eight people on the dining table from different countries and races including Egypt, Bangladesh, Indonesia, among others. “This is basically…

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The Director General of the Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women Development, Dr. Asabe Vilita Bashir, has announced plans to collaborate with UN Women and the Canadian High Commission, to establish resource centres for women in governance and decision-making across states. Speaking at a two-day capacity training for Women Affairs Commissioners from all 36 states, Bashir explained that these centres will empower women to assume leadership roles, provide networking opportunities, and provide access to expertise, research, and best practices. “Over the years, women have been trying to take their positions in political spaces, and with the establishment of these resource…

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There are so many CBD vape juice brands on the market today that it can be overwhelming. It doesn’t matter if you are new to Cannabidiol or an old hand; you must know what makes good vape juice. Purity, potency, and transparency in sourcing and manufacturing processes are some of the cues that can help identify a good product. This guide will highlight the main features and signs that differentiate high-quality vape juice from all other products, enabling you to confidently choose according to your preferences and requirements. Whether you want something with flavor or have a desired effect in…

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Seun Fasope A shocking tale of kidnapping, forced impregnation and baby trafficking has unfolded in Akwa Ibom State, following the discovery of a baby factory at the World Bank Estate in Owerri, Imo State. According to the Akwa Ibom State Commissioner of Police, Waheed Ayilara, a woman identified as Mrs. Eunice Eze, 56, was arrested on July 15, 2024, for operating the baby factory. Ayilara revealed that 10 pregnant women and five kidnapped men were rescued from the factory, where they had been held captive and forced to participate in a sinister baby-making scheme. The commissioner explained that the kidnapped…

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To understand the new politics stance and other pro nationals of recent times, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. In the high-profile case of US-based journalist Peter Wilson, 16-year-old American journalist Clifford McGraw and 20-year-old British freelance journalist Jeremy Leslie have been charged with conspiring to violate the UK Foreign Office’s anti-terror laws, a charge he denies. On Monday, UK attorney Andy McDonald revealed that he had spoken. “Few worry about catching Covid anymore, as it’s just a matter of time before they do,” says Tea, a teacher at a school for…

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To understand the new politics stance and other pro nationals of recent times, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. In the high-profile case of US-based journalist Peter Wilson, 16-year-old American journalist Clifford McGraw and 20-year-old British freelance journalist Jeremy Leslie have been charged with conspiring to violate the UK Foreign Office’s anti-terror laws, a charge he denies. On Monday, UK attorney Andy McDonald revealed that he had spoken. “Few worry about catching Covid anymore, as it’s just a matter of time before they do,” says Tea, a teacher at a school for…

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To understand the new politics stance and other pro nationals of recent times, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. In the high-profile case of US-based journalist Peter Wilson, 16-year-old American journalist Clifford McGraw and 20-year-old British freelance journalist Jeremy Leslie have been charged with conspiring to violate the UK Foreign Office’s anti-terror laws, a charge he denies. On Monday, UK attorney Andy McDonald revealed that he had spoken. “Few worry about catching Covid anymore, as it’s just a matter of time before they do,” says Tea, a teacher at a school for…

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To understand the new politics stance and other pro nationals of recent times, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. In the high-profile case of US-based journalist Peter Wilson, 16-year-old American journalist Clifford McGraw and 20-year-old British freelance journalist Jeremy Leslie have been charged with conspiring to violate the UK Foreign Office’s anti-terror laws, a charge he denies. On Monday, UK attorney Andy McDonald revealed that he had spoken. “Few worry about catching Covid anymore, as it’s just a matter of time before they do,” says Tea, a teacher at a school for…

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To understand the new politics stance and other pro nationals of recent times, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. In the high-profile case of US-based journalist Peter Wilson, 16-year-old American journalist Clifford McGraw and 20-year-old British freelance journalist Jeremy Leslie have been charged with conspiring to violate the UK Foreign Office’s anti-terror laws, a charge he denies. On Monday, UK attorney Andy McDonald revealed that he had spoken. “Few worry about catching Covid anymore, as it’s just a matter of time before they do,” says Tea, a teacher at a school for…

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