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Our Instagram Live Session with Dr Tolu Binutu of Baykins Group will now hold today, Friday 29th of July, by 5 pm.
Our sincere apologies for any inconvenience.
The time change was necessary as we experienced severe technical issues while trying to have the session.
It is going to be an insightful session, don’t miss out! Click on the link below to follow us on Instagram.
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Venue: Bella Grace, 32 Opebi road Ikeja.
Date: Saturday 30th July
Time: 4 pm
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Tech Updates
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Customs agents petition Buhari over new Customs bill
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Buhari’s ex-minister asks court to disqualify Tinubu, Atiku
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International Stories
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A Group of Republicans and Democrats form a new political party to appeal to moderates
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Business Matters
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FG woos investors to developing 42b barrels bitumen reserves
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Metro
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Quote of the Day
“Mindfulness is about love and loving life. When you cultivate this love, it gives you clarity and compassion for life, and your actions happen in accordance with that."
—Jon Kabat-Zinn