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Новости за 15.12.2024

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Fatal Crash, Pukekawa

One person has died after a motorcycle crash on Morrison Road, Pukekawa overnight. The crash was reported to emergency services at 5.35am today. There do not appear to have been any other vehicles involved in the crash. Enquiries into the circumstances ...

The Punch 

Technology adoption can tackle SMEs’ funding challenges – Payaza CTO

The Chief Technology Officer of a financial technology company, Payaza, Mr Philips Akinyele, tells LAOLU AFOLABI the technological strategies to address challenges faced by Small and Medium Enterprises What key technological strategies are you spearheading to address the challenges SMEs face in accessing funds? At Payaza, our technological strategies are centred on enhancing financial inclusion

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The Punch 

Deaf community battles exclusion as sign language declines

Babatunde Titilola exposes the harsh realities faced by hearing-impaired Nigerians, shedding light on the deeply entrenched biases and systemic neglect that fuel the widening divide between the deaf community and the hearing society. As the midday light filters through the window, James sits at his worktable, hands resting on his laptop. At 32, his bright

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The Punch 

Let us talk about grounding (2)

Last week, one of my siblings sent me a video, coincidentally it was on the same day the first article on grounding was published. I was thrilled as soon as I saw the video because she had gone to the beach with her family, and I saw all of them walking barefoot on the sand!

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Fake news merchants reported Yakubu’s death in 2021 – INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission has dismissed the rumoured death of its Chairman, Prof Mahmood Yakubu. Social media was awash on Monday, December 9, 2024, with false information that Yakubu had died in a London hospital. However, the commission in a statement on Saturday by Yakubu’s Chief Press Secretary, Rotimi Oyekanmi, appealed to the public

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The Punch 

Between Oshiomhole and Governor Okpebholo

As an Esan man, let me begin with a disclaimer: Contrary to the lies of Senator (and former Governor) Adams Oshiomhole, the name, Okpebholo, does not mean “The Rescuer.”  It means “great community” or “wonderful people.” Oshiomhole’s customary flippancy comes from trying too hard to be everything he is not, particularly smart or empathetic.  He

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A state visit, a strenuous flight, and a visa

Last Wednesday, President Bola Tinubu hosted Germany’s President, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, at the Aso Rock Villa in Abuja. At 11:05 am, Tinubu stood ready as the bagpipers escorted Steinmeier’s motorcade into the Villa’s forecourt. Encounters like these are full of protocols, which can sometimes be exhausting for the leaders involved. A proper welcome? Absolutely! But a

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IPI Nigeria re-elects Mojeed, Shekarau as president, secretary

The Editor-in-Chief of Premium Times, Musikilu Mojeed, has been re-elected as President of the Nigerian chapter of the International Press Institute. The Chief Executive Officer of Media Trust Group, Ahmed Shekarau, was also reelected as Secretary. Mojeed and Shekarau, along with four other executives, were elected unopposed and sworn-in for another three years at the

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Nwakali scores first goal in 232 days

•Barnsley end six-game winless Super Eagles midfielder Kelechi Nwakali scored his first goal since April 27 as Barnsley came from behind to secure a 2-1 victory at Exeter City on Saturday, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The 2015 FIFA U17 World Cup Golden Ball winner, who last found the net for Casa Pia in their 3-1

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December 14, 2024 - Presidential transition news - CNN

  1. December 14, 2024 - Presidential transition news  CNN
  2. President-elect Trump takes in Army-Navy game with powerhouse posse  Fox News
  3. Trump Brings Hegseth to Watch Army-Navy Game  The New York Times
  4. For fans at the Army-Navy game, it’s about football, not Trump  The Washington Post

Scoop 

Poll: Kiwis Back Principles In Treaty Principles Bill

The Curia poll shares the wording of ACT’s proposed Treaty principles, and asks if respondents support each principle being legislated. All three principles have more support than opposition.

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Kentucky holds off valiant effort by Louisville to win Battle of the Bluegrass - WLKY Louisville

  1. Kentucky holds off valiant effort by Louisville to win Battle of the Bluegrass  WLKY Louisville
  2. Louisville vs Kentucky score: UofL vs UK basketball game highlights, stats from Rupp Arena  Courier Journal
  3. BOZICH | The Butler (33 points) does it as Kentucky beats Louisville, 93-85  WDRB
  4. Mark Pope was haunted by memories of his loss to Louisville last night  KSR
  5. Lamont Butler’s career night leads UK past Louisville in new era of basketball rivalry  Lexington Herald... Читать дальше...

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Judiciary not most corrupt institution – NBA president

The President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Afam Osigwe, SAN, has stated that the Nigerian judiciary is not as corrupt as it had been portrayed in recent times. Osigwe, in an interview with Sunday PUNCH, said the Judiciary was also not the most corrupt institution in Nigeria. He noted that the perception of corruption had

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