Irobiko Chimezie

  • Reps urge CBN to suspend ATM withdrawal charge hike

    Following a motion of urgent public importance, the House of Representatives has passed a resolution calling for the suspension of the increase in Automated Teller Machine (ATM) transaction charges and the stoppage of free ATM withdrawals for customers from other banks in Nigeria. The motion moved by a member, Marcus Onobun, drew the attention of…

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  • Why organizations prefer introverts

    Introverts are often misunderstood because their quiet and reflective nature can be mistaken for aloofness, shyness, or disinterest. However, their unique qualities make them fascinating and valuable individuals in both personal and professional settings. Let’s delve deeper into why introverts are so special and how their traits contribute to their uniqueness: 1. Deep Thinkers and…

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  • Billionaire Elon Musk arrived on Capitol Hill Wednesday and learned about something new — budget rescission, an obscure legislative tool that could bring legal heft to his federal budget slashing effort and enshrine the cuts into law. Musk joined a lunch meeting with Republican senators just hours after the Supreme Court issued a setback to…

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  • Good morning from MEZIESBLOG! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian newspapers: 1. Two persons were confirmed dead yesterday, while 14 others were rescued alive from the rubble after a three-storey building with a penthouse under construction collapsed, on Oriwu Street, in the Lekki area of Lagos. The victims were labourers working at the site located at…

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  • 25 Interesting facts about introverts

    Introverts are often misunderstood, but they possess unique qualities that make them fascinating individuals. Here are 25 interesting facts about introverts that shed light on their personalities, behaviors, and strengths: 1. Introverts Gain Energy from Solitude They recharge by spending time alone or in quiet environments, unlike extroverts, who gain energy from social interactions. 2.…

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  • Why Disney is downsizing employees at ABC News Group, Entertainment Networks Unit

    Disney is planning to cut about 200 positions or 6% of staff at ABC News Group and the Disney Entertainment Networks unit, The Wall Street Journal reported, citing unnamed sources. The layoffs are expected to be announced as early as Wednesday, the report said, citing one person familiar with knowledge of the cuts. The ABC…

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  • Americans angry over China’s 15% tariffs on US agro exports

    China responded to new U.S. tariffs by announcing Tuesday it will impose additional tariffs of up to 15% on imports of key U.S. farm products, including chicken, pork, soy and beef, and expanded controls on doing business with key U.S. companies. The tariffs announced by the Commerce Ministry will take effect from March 10, though…

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  • China, Canada slap US with reprisal tariffs, drawing battleline with Trump

    President Donald Trump’s blanket 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada took effect on Tuesday, an extraordinary action aimed at bringing America’s top trading partners to heel. But it threatens to weaken the North American economy, including that of the United States, at a time of significant stress for inflation-weary consumers. Trump also doubled the tariff on all…

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  • How to write a research methodology

    METHODOLOGY 3.1 Introduction Research methodologies provide a systematic guide or procedures for conducting knowledge-based inquiries in any field.  Although researchers in different fields of study, including social science, use either qualitative or quantitative method, both approaches may be combined in one study to increase the validity and reliability of results (Valtakoski, 2020). Unlike quantitative (numerical)…

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  • What is employee turnover?

    2.2 TURNOVER This section of the study explores the concept and theories of turnover, its impact of organizational productivity, and the calculation formula. 2.2.1 Definition of Concept Organizations with a “healthy culture” are characterized by high productivity, efficiency, and low turnover because leaders embrace diversity, equality, respect, fairness, and human capacity development (Uyar et al,…

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  • SEO hacks to improve your search ranking

    As the digital landscape evolves, marketers and business owners must stay up-to-date on the latest SEO trends in 2025 to maintain and grow their online presence. This year brings new challenges and opportunities alike, giving SEO marketers an edge in driving traffic to their websites and reaching their target audiences. At MEZIESBLOG, we know all…

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  • FIFA refereeing chief Pierluigi Collina has revealed it is more difficult than ever before to be a football match official due to abuse on the touchline and online – inflamed by conspiracy theories. With issues from the grassroots to the professional game, Mr Collina is concerned the hatred aimed at referees is the “cancer that…

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  • Why Netanyahu blocked all supplies to Gaza – hours after ceasefire extension deal with Hamas

    Israel says it is stopping all goods and supplies into Gaza. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office claimed Hamas was refusing to “accept the Witkoff outline for continuing the talks, which Israel agreed to”. Under a plan put forward by US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, the first phase of the ceasefire deal would continue through…

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  • How to improve website loading speed

    Just like slow service at a restaurant can result in a reluctantly-small tip for the server, website loading speed can make or break a great user experience for the visitors. At Signa Marketing, we know first-hand that reducing page loading times can positively impact marketing and sales processes, – but what steps can you take…

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  • Gen X could be first to never retire

    Unless swift action is taken by thousands of Generation X workers, they could be the first generation never able to retire, according to new research. More than a quarter of Britons surveyed by Annuity Ready said they believed they would need upwards of £500,000 to retire comfortably, while 17% of Gen X – people born…

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  • BP lowers green investment to focus on fossil fuel production

    Oil and gas giant BP has again slashed its renewable energy investment and announced more funding for greater fossil fuel production. In a further row back of climate targets the company has said renewable energy investment will fall by $5bn (£3.95bn) a year to just $1bn to $2bn (£790m to £1.58bn). Less than half that…

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