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  Dear Mums ❤️, Did you take a career break because of childbirth or family responsibilities? Are you ready to return to work and rebuild your professional career? Here is an opportunity you may want to explore! 🎉 MTN Nigeria’s Y’ello Mums Reintegration Programme is designed to help eligible mothers return to the workplace after taking a career break. ✅ Who Can Apply? Mothers who took a career break due to childbirth or caring for a sick child. Applicants with 5–10 years of relevant professional work experience before their career break. Candidates with relevant professional certifications or verifiable evidence of professional development. Applicants eligible to work in Nigeria. 📍 Location: MTN Plaza, Lagos. 📅 Reported Application Deadline: October 21, 2026. 📝 HOW TO APPLY:< /p> Interested and qualified candidates can visit the application portal below to check the requirements and submit their applications: 👉 https://yellomums.mtn.ng/ 💡 Dear Mums, taking a break to ...

  A historic town hall in Limoges, France, has reportedly been engulfed in flames during protests on Saturday, October 17, 2026, in an incident that has shocked residents and raised concerns about the destruction of historic buildings. The fire reportedly caused extensive damage to the building, with reports indicating that parts of the structure, including its clock tower, collapsed. What Happened in Limoges, France? According to reports, the fire broke out at the historic Limoges Town Hall amid demonstrations and unrest in the French city. The building, which dates back to 1883, is approximately 143 years old and is an important landmark in the city. Reports indicate that individuals allegedly set the building on fire during the unrest. However, investigations would be needed to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident and identify those responsible. Historic Building Suffers Severe Damage The reported destruction has raised concerns about the loss of an ...

  Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has reportedly raised concerns over what he described as the exclusion of Anambra State and the wider South-East region from Nigeria’s Gas Master Plan, despite the region’s reported significant natural gas resources. The governor called for greater attention to the state's gas potential, arguing that proper development of these resources could transform Anambra's economy, attract investors and create employment opportunities. Anambra's Reported 30 Trillion Cubic Feet of Gas According to reports, Anambra is estimated to have natural gas resources of approximately 30 trillion cubic feet . The figure has drawn attention to the state's potential role in Nigeria's energy sector and its ambitions to become a major industrial destination. However, the estimate should not be interpreted as meaning that all the gas has been commercially confirmed or can immediately be extracted. Further exploration, investment and in...

  A controversy surrounding former Nigerian Vice-President Atiku Abubakar's WAEC certificate and a 1973 affidavit has resurfaced on social media, prompting renewed questions about the circumstances surrounding his change of name. The controversy centres on an affidavit dated August 18, 1973, which Atiku has cited to explain the difference between the name on his examination certificate and the name he is known by today. But does the fact that the affidavit was dated on a Saturday prove that the document was forged? Here is what Nigerians should know. What Happened to Atiku's WAEC Certificate? In October 2023, reports about Atiku Abubakar's educational records attracted public attention after questions were raised about the name appearing on his West African School Certificate. Atiku explained that he had used the name Siddiq Abubakar when sitting for his WAEC examination but subsequently returned to using Atiku Abubakar. According to reports, he relied on an affidavit date...

  A disturbing claim about the preparation of boiled eggs by some roadside vendors has raised concerns about food safety in Nigeria. Reports and social media discussions have alleged that some sellers add laundry detergent to the water used to boil eggs, prompting questions about the possible health risks and how consumers can protect themselves. But how much truth is behind the allegation, and can buyers identify eggs that may have been exposed to detergent? Here is what you need to know. Why Are Some Egg Sellers Allegedly Using Detergent? A Nigerian scientific study published in 2015 documented reports of some commercial egg sellers using detergents, including products such as Omo and Klin, when boiling eggs. The reported reasons included making eggs easier to peel, reducing eggshell breakage and limiting losses when preparing large quantities of eggs for sale. More recently, a report published on October 16, 2026, discussed allegations raised by Nigerian food content creator Kil...

 A claim that Elon Musk has created a flying car with Tesla is attracting attention online, raising questions about whether the future of transportation has finally arrived. Tesla, the electric vehicle company led by Elon Musk, has long been associated with futuristic technology. However, claims that its latest Roadster can fly need to be examined carefully. 🚗 What Is Elon Musk’s Tesla Flying Car? The vehicle at the centre of the discussion is Tesla’s next-generation Roadster, a high-performance electric sports car that Musk has previously linked to advanced technology developed by SpaceX. Musk has discussed the possibility of equipping the Roadster with special thrusters capable of producing brief bursts of lift. Such technology could potentially allow the vehicle to perform unusual aerial manoeuvres under controlled conditions. However, a car that briefly lifts off the ground is not necessarily a fully functional flying car capable of transporting people through the air like an ...

  A private jet operated by Triton Aviation reportedly lost a door shortly after taking off from the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, forcing the crew to make an emergency return. The incident reportedly occurred on Thursday, October 15, 2026, while the aircraft was travelling from Abuja to Lagos. What Happened to the Private Jet? According to media reports, the aircraft, identified as a CL60, encountered a door-related problem shortly after take-off. The crew reportedly alerted air traffic control after discovering the problem and declared an emergency, prompting instructions for the aircraft to return to Abuja. The pilots subsequently brought the aircraft back to the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport for an emergency landing. Aircraft Reportedly Lost Door at 3,000 Feet Reports indicate that the aircraft experienced the incident while climbing to an altitude of approximately 3,000 feet. atOptions = { 'key' : '62ac68d097da760a9d07ce6ced42ce1f', ...