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Glo Presents Prizes To Ofala Promo Winners

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Globacom on Sunday, October 23, 2022, presented prizes to its subscribers who emerged winners in the special promotion organised by the company as part of its sponsorship of the 2022 Ofala Festival.

The winners received their prizes at Ime Obi, the palace of Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Alfred Nnaemeka Achebe, on the second day of Ofala celebration called Azu Ofala.

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Among the lucky subscribers were Chuka Augustine Amene and Kelvin Tochukwu who drove home brand new tricycles, popularly called Keke.

It was “double blessing” for Amene whose wife was delivered of a baby girl earlier the same day.

“It has been a wonderful day for my family. My joy knows no bounds. My wife just put to bed this morning. Indeed, my new baby has brought me this blessing. Her name is Chimamanda (My God will not fail). Thanks to Globacom for this special gift”, the 32-year-old civil servant with the Anambra State Ministry of Justice declared.

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For the second tricycle winner, Tochukwu, it was a dream come true. He told the audience that he had been praying for a Keke and that he had a dream a week ago that he won the vehicle in the Glo promo. “I believed that dream and proceeded to buy a handset from Glo to qualify for the promo. I told my family and friends that I would win and here I am today. I am a firm believer that one will achieve whatever one wants to achieve and works for it,” he stated.

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Other winners went home with industrial sewing machines and grinding machines.

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Christopher Bobby, an Nnewi-based businessman; Emmanuel Joseph, a construction worker in Onitsha, and Trophy Ibeabuchi, a final year student of Computer Science at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University were lucky winners of industrial sewing machine

Grinding machine winners included Ukamaka Orji, a third year student of Integrated Science at Federal College of Education, Umunze, Anambra State.

She said the gift came at a very opportune moment for her as it would empower her to earn money to support herself in school. It’s a dream come true, says tricycle winner at Glo-sponsored Ofala

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37-year-old Onitsha-based transporter, Kelvin Tochukwu, who won a tricycle (Keke) in the special promotion packaged by Globacom as part of its sponsorship of the 2022 Ofala Festival says it is “a dream come true”.

Tochukwu who was presented his prize by Glo officials and Palace Chiefs at Ime Obi (Obi’s Palace) in Onitsha, Anambra State, on Sunday told the audience that he had been praying to own a Keke to start his own transport business. He said that he had a dream a week ago that he won the vehicle in the Glo promo.

“I believed that dream and proceeded to buy a handset from Glo to qualify for the promo. I told my family and friends that I would win and here I am today. I am a firm believer that one will achieve whatever one wants to achieve and works for it,” Tochukwu declared.

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Chuka Augustine Amene, a 32-year-old civil servant with the Anambra State Ministry of Justice, also won a tricycle. It was a true case of “double blessing” for him as his wife had a baby girl earlier the same day.

“It has been a wonderful day for my family. My joy knows no bounds. My wife just put to bed this morning. Indeed, my new baby has brought me this blessing. Her name is Chimamanda (My God will not fail). Thanks to Globacom for this special gift”, he stated.

Globacom also presented other prizes such as industrial sewing machines and grinding machines to other winners in the promotion.

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Christopher Bobby, an Nnewi-based businessman; Emmanuel Joseph, a construction worker in Onitsha, and Trophy Ibeabuchi, a final year student of Computer Science at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University were lucky winners of industrial sewing machine.

Grinding machine winners included Ukamaka Orji, a third year student of Integrated Science at Federal College of Education, Umunze, Anambra State.

She said the gift came at a very opportune moment for her as it would empower her to earn money to support herself in school.

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Excited Glo winners receive prizes in special Ofala Promo

As the 2022 Ofala Festival climaxed on Sunday in Onitsha, Anambra State, lucky winners in the special Glo customer reward promo designed for the yearly event went home with exciting prizes.

The Ime Obi, palace of Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Alfred Nnaemeka Achebe, on the second day of Ofala celebration called Azu Ofala was the venue of the impressive presentation ceremony.

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Chuka Augustine Amene and Kelvin Tochukwu who both won tricycles, popularly called Keke, were full of gratitude to Globacom for empowering them through the promo.

Amene, a 32-year-old civil servant with the Anambra State Ministry of Justice whose wife was delivered of a baby girl earlier the same day said, “It has been a wonderful day for my family. My joy knows no bounds. My wife just put to bed this morning. Indeed, my new baby has brought me this blessing. Her name is Chimamanda (My God will not fail). Thanks to Globacom for this special gift”.

On his own part, the second tricycle winner, Tochukwu, explained that it was a dream come true for him as he had been praying for a Keke. He said he had a dream a week ago that he won the vehicle in the Glo promo adding, “I believed that dream and proceeded to buy a handset from Glo to qualify for the promo. I told my family and friends that I would win and here I am today. I am a firm believer that one will achieve whatever one wants to achieve and works for it.”

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Winners of industrial sewing machines included Christopher Bobby, an Nnewi-based businessman; Emmanuel Joseph, a construction worker in Onitsha, and Trophy Ibeabuchi, a final year student of Computer Science at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University.

Similarly, Ukamaka Orji, a third year student of Integrated Science at Federal College of Education, Umunze, Anambra State who won a grinding machine enthused that the prize would avail her the opportunity to set up a mill in support of her educational pursuit.

“It’s double blessing for me”, winner in Glo Ofala Promo says

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A tricycle winner in the special customer-reward promo organized by Globacom, the main sponsor of Ofala Festival 2022, said the prize was a double blessing for him as his wife delivered a baby girl the same day of the presentation.

The Ime Obi, palace of Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Alfred Nnaemeka Achebe, on the second day of Ofala celebration called Azu Ofala was a beehive of activities as the winners received their prizes with glee.

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According to Chuka Augustine Amene, a 32-year-old civil servant with the Anambra State Ministry of Justice, “It has been a wonderful day for my family. My joy knows no bounds. My wife just put to bed this morning. Indeed, my new baby has brought me this blessing. Her name is Chimamanda (My God will not fail). Thanks to Globacom for this special gift”.

The second tricycle winner, Kevin Tochukwu, noted that the prize was a dream come true for him as he had prayed for a Keke. According to him, a dream which he had a week ago that he won a tricycle in the Glo promo propelled him to buy a new handset from Glo, “I believed that dream and proceeded to buy a handset from Glo to qualify for the promo. I told my family and friends that I would win and here I am today. I am a firm believer that one will achieve whatever one wants to achieve.”

Other lucky winners who received industrial sewing machines included Christopher Bobby, an Nnewi-based businessman; Emmanuel Joseph, a construction worker in Onitsha, and Trophy Ibeabuchi, a final year student of Computer Science at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University.

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In the same vein, Ukamaka Orji, a third year student of Integrated Science at Federal College of Education, Umunze, Anambra State, who received a grinding machine in the promo explained that the prize would serve as a source of sustenance for her as she continues her education in the university.

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Naira Appreciates At Official Market

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The Naira, which has seen steady appreciation against the Dollar all week, closed stronger on Friday, trading at ₦1,580.44 in the official forex market.

Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria’s website show the Naira gained ₦4.51k against the Dollar on Friday alone.

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This marks a 0.28 per cent appreciation from Thursday’s closing rate of ₦1,584.95 in the official foreign exchange window.

The local currency maintained consistent strength throughout the week, recording gains daily.

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On Monday, May 19, it traded at ₦1,598.68; on Tuesday, at ₦1,590.45; and on Wednesday, at ₦1,584.49.

These gains suggest increased investor confidence and improved forex supply, contributing to the naira’s performance.

Meanwhile, the CBN, at its 300th Monetary Policy Committee meeting held Monday and Tuesday, retained the Monetary Policy Rate at 27.5 per cent.

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BREAKING: Again, Dangote Refinery Cuts Petrol Price

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The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a nationwide reduction in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, with new prices now ranging between ₦875 and ₦905 per litre, depending on location.

The ₦15 per litre cut applies across all regions and partner fuel stations, and was confirmed via an official announcement posted on Dangote Refinery’s social media channels on Thursday.

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Major marketers participating in the new pricing regime include MRS, Ardova, Heyden, Optima Energy, Techno Oil, and Hyde Energy — partners in the distribution of Dangote-refined products.

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Under the previous pricing structure, Lagos residents paid ₦890 per litre, while prices reached ₦920 in the North-East and South-South regions. With the latest adjustment, Lagos now pays ₦875 per litre, while the North-East and South-South will see prices drop to ₦905.

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A regional breakdown of the revised prices is as follows: Lagos: ₦875, South-West: ₦885, North-West & Central: ₦895, North-East & South-South: ₦905 and South-East: ₦905.

In its announcement, Dangote Refinery encouraged consumers to purchase fuel only from authorised partner stations and urged the public to report any cases of non-compliance via its official hotlines: +234 707 470 2099 and +234 707 470 2100.

“Our quality petrol and diesel are refined for better engine performance and are environmentally friendly,” the company said.

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Naira Appreciates Against Dollar At Foreign Exchange Market

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The Naira ended the trading week on a positive note, recording a bullish close on Friday at the official foreign exchange market.

It appreciated N1,598.72 against the U.S. Dollar, reflecting a modest gain that suggests continued efforts to stabilise the local currency.

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According to figures published on the Central Bank of Nigeria’s official website, the Naira strengthened by N0.60k against the Dollar on Friday.

This upward movement represents a 0.03 per cent appreciation compared to the N1,599.32 exchange rate recorded at the close of trading on Thursday.

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The local currency had shown some resilience earlier in the week, posting gains on both Tuesday and Wednesday trading sessions.

On Tuesday, the Naira appreciated by 0.02 per cent, followed by a stronger gain of 0.21 per cent on Wednesday.

These improvements were seen as positive indicators of growing investor confidence and increased supply in the foreign exchange market.

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However, Thursday’s trading session saw a minor setback, with the Naira slipping by N2.62 against the Dollar.

This loss equated to a 0.16 per cent depreciation, dampening the midweek rally seen in previous sessions.

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Market analysts attributed Thursday’s dip to a brief increase in Dollar demand from importers and other market participants.

Despite this, the week still closed on a positive note, with the Naira showing signs of gradual recovery and increased market stability.

Analysts continue to monitor the Central Bank’s policies, especially interventions aimed at improving Dollar liquidity and managing demand pressures.

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The Naira’s performance in the coming weeks will likely depend on consistent supply inflows and investor sentiment across the broader economic landscape.

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