The year 2024 came with a lot of fun, weddings, farewells, politics and politicking, and interesting twists across our beats.
What a year! While the year is ending with lots of happenings, Tribune Online brings you up to speed on important stories that keep you either informed or entertained on our platform throughout the year.
These top 20 stories are widely read on Tribune Online in 2024:
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Full lyrics of new national anthem ‘Nigeria, We Hail thee’
In a legislative shift, President Bola Tinubu has signed the National Anthem Bill 2024 into law, reinstating Nigeria’s original anthem, “Nigeria, We Hail Thee.”
This development was announced by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during a joint session of the National Assembly.
This anthem that comes with 2024 was first used between 1960 and 1978.
Read MORE: https://tribuneonlineng.com/full-lyrics-of-new-national-anthem-nigeria-we-hail-thee/
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Meet the richest family in the world with over 700 cars, eight private jets, with net worth of $305 billion
Many people actually have the belief that the Saudi royal family is the richest family in the world with the opulence and wonderful lifestyles members of the family display.
However, available information indicates that there is indeed a family that is quite richer than them.
Which family then is the richest? Don’t guess. You can find out HERE: https://tribuneonlineng.com/meet-the-richest-family-in-the-world-with-over-700-cars-eight-private-jets-with-net-worth-of-305-billion/
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9 coldest countries in the World
The coldest countries in the world have diverse weather, with temperatures that can become extremely low and harsh at the same time.
Despite their climate conditions, these countries are rich culturally and also blessed with natural wonders.
Check out the coldest countries HERE: https://tribuneonlineng.com/9-coldest-countries-in-the-world/
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Minimum wage: Breakdown of salary structure for civil servants
The Consolidated Public Service Salary Structure (CONPSS) in Nigeria is quite comprehensive. It’s divided into 17 grade levels, with salaries determined by qualifications, experience, and performance.
In this article, TRIBUNE ONLINE x-rays the breakdown of the salary structure for civil servants following the new minimum wage signed by President Bola Tinubu-led administration, with key emphasis on 1, 7, 8, 10 and 15 grade levels.
More to find out in this link: https://tribuneonlineng.com/minimum-wage-breakdown-of-salary-structure-for-civil-servants/
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APC’s Okpebholo wins Edo guber election
This outcome of the Edo gubernatorial election was one of the top political stories read on our platform in 2024.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) announced Monday Okpebholo, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, as the winner of Saturday’s gubernatorial election in Edo State after winning 11 out of the 18 LGAs of the state.
That was a landslide? This story has more to read on how Okpebholo emerged the new Edo state governor. Check out HERE: https://tribuneonlineng.com/breaking-apcs-okpebholo-wins-edo-guber-election/
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NASS, organised labour conciliatory meeting ends in deadlock
2024 witnessed some angers and demonstrations. One of them was that of the organised Labour against the federal government over some critical issues.
All entreaties by the leadership of the National Assembly to avert the indefinite nationwide strike declared by the Organised Labour proved abortive. Why? You can find out here: https://tribuneonlineng.com/just-in-nass-organised-labour-conciliatory-meeting-ends-in-deadlock/
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5 animals that reproduce without mating
In the animal kingdom, not all mate before reproduction. Are you surprised? The process is called parthenogenesis. You need to go through this article to learn about these incredible animals.
Here are animals that reproduce without mating: https://tribuneonlineng.com/5-animals-that-reproduce-without-mating/
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Police arrest Mr Ibu’s son, adopted daughter for stealing N55m from ailing actor’s donations
In 2024, many people read on Tribune Online that the Nigeria Police, through its Force Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department (FCID), Alagbon, in Ikoyi, Lagos State, arrested Oyeabuchi Daniel Okafor and Jasmine Chioma Okekeagwu for conspiring and defrauding Mr. John Ikechukwu Okafor (now late), popularly known as Mr. Ibu of the sum of N55 million.
You can read more here: https://tribuneonlineng.com/police-arrest-mr-ibus-son-adopted-daughter-for-stealing-n55m-from-ailing-actors-donations/
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Actor Saheed Balogun loses daughter
Many people were curious to find out what led to the sudden death of Zeenat Balogun, daughter to the legendary Nollywood actor, Saidi Balogun.
Tribune Online it as announced by the actor on his verified instagram page. You can find out more here: https://tribuneonlineng.com/actor-saheed-balogun-loses-daughter/
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Woman climbs flyover, plunges to death in Delta
The tragic news of an unknown woman who mounted the Ekpan-Refinery flyover at Uvwie Local Government Area of Delta State and took a plunge backwards to her death captivated many of our readers in 2024.
Yes, you can join our readers to find when this happened. https://tribuneonlineng.com/woman-climbs-flyover-plunges-to-death-in-delta/
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I moved from Islam to Christianity, then went back to Islam after I read a book in London —Olanrewaju Adepoju
As funny as this sounds, many of our readers know there’s more to find out about Chief Olanrewaju Adepoju, poet and social critic, in this interview.
Professor J. D. Y. Peel, anthropologist, sociologist, and eminent scholar on religion in Yorubaland, interviewed the famous poet while conducting research for his book Christianity, Islam and Orisa Religion Three Traditions in Comparison and Interaction (University of California Press, 2015.
You can read more here: https://tribuneonlineng.com/i-moved-from-islam-to-christianity-then-went-back-to-islam-after-i-read-a-book-in-london-olanrewaju-adepoju/
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Akeredolu: Aiyedatiwa declares two-day public holiday in Ondo
The death of former Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu was one big blow and topical in the country’s political discourse in 2024.
As hot as the state was, lots of politicking among loyalists of Akeredolu and Aiyedatiwa playing their cards on possible successor, Aiyedatiwa declared mourning for his boss.
Read more here: https://tribuneonlineng.com/akeredolu-aiyedatiwa-declares-two-day-public-holiday-in-ondo/
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Jenifer’s diary actress Aderounmu Adejumoke is dead
Many lovers of Nollywood movies and the industry were thrown into mourning with the shocking demise of this actress.
Many of our readers were curious about the cause of the a beloved actress renowned for her portrayal of “Esther” in the popular series “Jenifer Diary.”
https://tribuneonlineng.com/breakingjenifers-diary-actress-aderounmu-adejumoke-is-dead/
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NANS to Police: Release detained protesters within 24 hours or face nationwide protest
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) did condemn the arrest of peaceful protesters across various states, including Akure, Kaduna, Jos, Kano, and others.
Not just that, NANS also issued a 24-hour ultimatum to the Nigeria Police Force to release all detained student leaders and protesters.
Which of the many protests in 2024 was that? Read more: https://tribuneonlineng.com/nans-to-police-release-detained-protesters-within-24-hours-or-face-nationwide-protest/
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Former Chief of Staff to ex-President Jonathan, Arogbofa is dead
Jones Oladeinde Arogbofa, a retired Brigadier General in the Nigerian Army who served as Chief of Staff to former President Goodluck Jonathan, passed away in 2024.
Like many of our readers who might have forgotten many things about Arogbofa, you can also check here: https://tribuneonlineng.com/former-chief-of-staff-to-ex-president-jonathan-arogbofa-is-dead/
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10 largest gold-producing countries
The story of gold began over 6,000 years ago in Eastern Europe when it was fashioned into decoration and jewelry. Afterward, it was used as currency—coins made of two parts: silver on one side and gold on the other side.
Gold mining, including selling and use, has been happening for thousands of years now. This article list those countries and was one of the most read stories on our site: https://tribuneonlineng.com/10-largest-gold-producing-countries/
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Foreign carriers engage in price war to frustrate Air Peace out of London
In the fast-paced and ferociously competitive airline sector, price wars have become like Siamese twins that can not be separated by the actors, as a surviving strategy.
While price wars are a common occurrence in the airline sector, they represent intense competition that sees airlines cut prices in an attempt to snatch passengers from their competitors.
Read more here: https://tribuneonlineng.com/foreign-carriers-engage-in-price-war-to-frustrate-air-peace-out-of-london/
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2024: Top 10 richest football clubs in the world
The top richest football clubs in the world make money from deals, selling tickets, sponsorship, and their fanbase. Streaming platforms and an increase in viewership worldwide also contribute to football’s financial success.
Many people find out about this on our site. You can also check here: https://tribuneonlineng.com/2024-top-10-richest-football-clubs-in-the-world/
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Robbers shoot three in Lagos hotel
Some lodgers and workers of an unnamed hotel were injured as daredevilry armed robbers invaded the hotel in the Alagbado area of Lagos State.
People were shot in this incident. You can read more here: https://tribuneonlineng.com/robbers-shoot-three-in-lagos-hotel/
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Dangote petrol: Marketers announce fuel price slash
Stories on petrol prices were expectedly most read read on our site in 2024.
One of those stories is the crash in prices by oil marketers due to the availability of petroleum products from the 650,000 bpd Dangote Refinery.
Continue reading here: https://tribuneonlineng.com/dangote-petrol-marketers-announce-fuel-price-slash/