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The Enugu State Gaming and Lotto Commission has announced the lifting of restrictions on licence renewals for gaming operators as part of broader reforms to strengthen the industry and promote responsible gaming practices.   The commission’s Executive Secretary, Arinze Arum, disclosed this in a statement issued by the commission’s spokesperson, Nwanneka Udeh.   Mr. Arum stated that the commission has …

Price pressures eased more than expected in February, a relief for US consumers concerned about looming tariff effects. ADVERTISEMENT US inflation slowed last month for the first time since September and a measure of underlying inflation fell to a four-year low, even as widespread tariffs threaten to send prices higher. The consumer price index increased 2.8% in February from a …

A Federal High Court in Lagos on Friday vacated an arrest warrant issued against one Ezekiel Onyedikachi, a former manager to Gospel singer, Mercy Chinwo. Justice Alexander Owoeye vacated the warrant, following an application by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). EFCC prosecutor, Mrs Bilikisu Buhari, had approached the court on January 16, to obtain an arrest warrant against …

Iran’s reformist government, led by President Masoud Pezeshkian, has lifted the nation’s ban on WhatsApp and Google Play, marking an initial step toward reducing internet restrictions for its population of 85 million.   The decision, made during a high-level meeting chaired by Pezeshkian, overcame resistance from hardline factions within the Islamic regime, according to Iranian media reports. Telecommunications Minister Sattar …

The Federal Government has lifted the ban on mining activities in Zamfara State, ending a five-year prohibition.   The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, through his representative Segun Tomori, announced the decision during a press briefing on Sunday, December 22.   “The Federal Government has lifted the ban on mining exploration activities in Zamfara State, citing significant improvements …

Brazil’s Supreme Court has said it is lifting a ban on the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. In his decision, Justice Alexandre de Moraes said that he authorised the “immediate return” of X’s activities in the country after it paid hefty fines and blocked accounts accused of spreading misinformation. According to a statement, the site has paid …

On Independence Day, October 1, 2024, Nigeria not only celebrated 64 years of freedom but also welcomed the return of seamless travel between Lagos and Dubai! As of yesterday, Emirates Airline resumed its daily flights, marking a new chapter in Nigeria-UAE relations and opening fresh opportunities for Nigerians eager to travel and do business in Dubai.   It’s not just …