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Oyo – Another Senator Leaves Ajimobi's Grip
Vanguard Ibadan — Penultimate Tuesday's defection of Senator Olufemi Lanlehin from the All Progressives Congress, APC to Accord completely erases the foothold of the Oyo State chapter of the APC in the Senate. It only foretells some negative omens for the ruling … NUT hails Ajimobi, as Oyo commences construction of six model schools Ajimobi commissions NUT Model College Stop Attacking Ajimobi, Council Boss Warns Lanlehin |
2015: Akala Set To Declare Governorship Ambition – Leadership Newspapers
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2015: Akala Set To Declare Governorship Ambition
Leadership Newspapers The immediate past governor of Oyo State governor, Otunba Adebayo Alao-Akala yesterday laid to rest the speculation over his gubernatorial ambition in 2015, as he said he would on Thursday, declare his intention to run against the incumbent governor, … Akala To Declare for Oyo Governorship on Thursday Alao Akala To Contest Oyo Guber Election In 2015 Guber Election: Alao-Akala to declare intention Thursday |
I’ll Not Defect To APC, Yuguda Assures Supporters – Leadership Newspapers
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I'll Not Defect To APC, Yuguda Assures Supporters
Leadership Newspapers Bauchi State governor, Alhaji Isa Yuguda, has dispelled rumours that he will soon defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and blamed his opponents for spreading the false information. The governor, who stated this during an interview with select … |
Oyo: Another senato: Penultimate Tuesday’s defection – Codewit World News
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Oyo: Another senato: Penultimate Tuesday's defection
Codewit World News Penultimate Tuesday's defection of Senator Olufemi Lanlehin from the All Progressives Congress, APC to Accord completely erases the foothold of the Oyo State chapter of the APC in the Senate. It only foretells some negative omens for the ruling party in the … Ajimobi on his way out of government —Senator Lanlehin |
55 die in Nasarawa crisis – The Guardian Nigeria
55 die in Nasarawa crisis
The Guardian Nigeria FIFTY-five people were killed yesterday in the ongoing crises in Nasarawa State when suspected Fulani mercenaries unleashed horror on three Eggon communities of Agbolagu, Kampani and Fadama-Bona in Nasarawa-Eggon local council of the state … 110 killed in Taraba, Nasarawa attacks |
Mimiko orders recruitment of 2000 teachers – Daily Sun
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Mimiko orders recruitment of 2000 teachers
Daily Sun Briefing newsmen on the development yesterday, the state Commissioner for Information, Mr. Kayode Akinmade, said Governor Olusegun Mimiko had directed the state's Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) to begin the recruitment exercise in earnest. Mimiko orders recruitment of 2000 teachers in Ondo |
FG to reform 121-year-old sale of goods law – The Punch
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FG to reform 121-year-old sale of goods law
The Punch The Federal Government has embarked on the reform of about 121-year-old Sale of Goods Act, which was introduced to Nigeria by the British Colonial Administration in 1893. The reform of the law, which regulates the sale of goods transactions in the country, … FG restates commitment to reformation of obsolete Nigerian laws FG to Repeal Obsolete Laws to Enhance Investment FG set to reform 121 year-old sale of goods law |
Watch Fawehimi’s Widow’s Blasting Of President Jonathan – Nigerian Bulletin
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Watch Fawehimi's Widow's Blasting Of President Jonathan
Nigerian Bulletin Ganiat Fawehimi has called out the President of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan, asking him to resign if he cannot tackle the Boko Haram insurgents. “Look at the case of Chibok girls who were kidnapped; if they were the president's daughters, wouldn't he have … Poll: 61% of Nigerians Endorse Jonathan's Job Performance 61 Percent of Nigerians Approve Jonathan's Performance – Survey Nigeria: Jonathan's governance rating drops marginally |
110 killed in Taraba, Nasarawa attacks – The Punch
110 killed in Taraba, Nasarawa attacks
The Punch No fewer than 110 people lost their lives on Tuesday to fresh crises in Nasarawa and Taraba states. Sixty were killed in Agbolagu, Kampani and Fadama-Bona Eggon in Nasarawa-Eggon Local Government Area of Nasarawa State by suspected Fulani cattle … |
Ajimobi on his way out of government —Senator Lanlehin – Nigerian Tribune
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Ajimobi on his way out of government —Senator Lanlehin
Nigerian Tribune Senator Olufemi Lanlehin 'took a bow' from the defunct Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) and is now representing the Accord Party in the Red Chamber. He speaks with newsmen on next year's election in the state, the chances of Accord, among other issues. |
Zonist Biafra threatens to drag IGP to ICJ – Nigerian Tribune
Zonist Biafra threatens to drag IGP to ICJ
Nigerian Tribune Biafra Zionist Federation (BZF), has threatened to drag the Inspector General of Police, Suleiman Abba, to the International Court of Justice (ICJ), over the incarceration of its members by the police, even as it called on President Goodluck Jonathan, to order … |
Delta 2015: Group tells aspirants to queue behind Uduaghan’s choice – Nigerian Tribune
Delta 2015: Group tells aspirants to queue behind Uduaghan's choice
Nigerian Tribune Ahead governorship election in Delta State in 2015, governorship aspirants in the state have been enjoined to queue behind Mr Anthony Obuh, believed to have been anointed by the incumbent governor, Dr Emmanuel Uduaghan. The political pressure … |
Zonist Biafra threatens to drag IGP to ICJ – Nigerian Tribune
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Zonist Biafra threatens to drag IGP to ICJ
Nigerian Tribune Biafra Zionist Federation (BZF), has threatened to drag the Inspector General of Police, Suleiman Abba, to the International Court of Justice (ICJ), over the incarceration of its members by the police, even as it called on President Goodluck Jonathan, to order … Biafra Group Seeks Jonathan's Intervention Over Detention of Leader, Others |
FG inaugurates committee for research institute – The Guardian Nigeria
FG inaugurates committee for research institute
The Guardian Nigeria THE Federal Government has inaugurated a 13-member technical advisory committee for the Nigerian Building and Road Research Institute (NIBRRI) to oversee the design and construction of roads applicable to the country's environment. The occasion also … FG launches road safety guidelines for 2014 |
Ex-Kano dep. gov, Farouk, dies at 82 – The Guardian Nigeria
Ex-Kano dep. gov, Farouk, dies at 82
The Guardian Nigeria THE Arewa elders and Kano leaders yesterday mourned the death of the defunct Second Republic former Deputy Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Ibrahim Farouk, saying his demise is a national loss. Farouk died in a private hospital in Kano during a brief … Former Kano Deputy Governor, Bibi Farouk, Dies at 85 Bibi Farouk Dies At 90 |
FEC Will Ratify Infrastructure Master Plan – Minister – Leadership Newspapers
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FEC Will Ratify Infrastructure Master Plan – Minister
Leadership Newspapers The Minister of National Planning Commission (NPC), Dr Abubakar Suleiman, has said that the Federal Executive Council (FEC) will ratify the National Integrated Infrastructure Master Plan (NIIMP) at its meeting on Wednesday. This is contained in a statement … |
Kwara women endorse Gov Ahmed – WorldStage
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Kwara women endorse Gov Ahmed
WorldStage The women folk in Kwara State, under the auspices of the National Council of Women Societies, NCWS, have observed that the achievements of the State Governor, Dr Abdulfatah Ahmed signpost a need for his second term in office. The President of NCWS … 2015: Kwara youths pledge support for APC, Governor Ahmed 2015: Kwara Youths Back APC, Ahmed Kwara APC Youths Back Gov Ahmed for Second Term |
2015: Orji, APGA gov aspirant, in war of words – The Punch
2015: Orji, APGA gov aspirant, in war of words
The Punch Ahead of the 2015 general elections, a war of words seems to have ensued between Governor Theodore Orji of Abia State, and a governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Grand Alliance in the state, Chief Chikwe Udensi. Udensi had in a recent media … |
2015: APC Must Respect Internal Democracy – Kawu – Leadership Newspapers
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2015: APC Must Respect Internal Democracy – Kawu
Leadership Newspapers Deputy minority leader, House of Representatives, Suleiman Abdulrahman Kawu Sumaila has called on the All Progressives Congress (APC) leadership to respect the party's internal democracy, particularly in respect of aspirants vying for positions on the … 2015: APC dead without Buhari –Lawmaker |
Day 140 of abduction: BBOG Group tasks FG to hasten the release of Chibok girls – DailyPost Nigeria
DailyPost Nigeria |
Day 140 of abduction: BBOG Group tasks FG to hasten the release of Chibok girls
DailyPost Nigeria images (23) The #BringBackOurGirls Group has vowed not to stop its demonstration until the remaining 219 of the Chibok schoolgirls abducted by the Boko Haram sect on April 14 were brought back to their parents, who are eagerly waiting for their return. #BringBackOurGirls: 15 Chibok Schoolgirls Get University Scholarships #BringBackOurGirls Demands FG's Response to Claims On Boko Haram Sponsors Day 140 Of Chibok Girl's Abduction: BBOG Group Vows To Continue Protest |
Adamawa: Modibbo Denies Stepping Down For Fintiri – Nigerian Bulletin
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Adamawa: Modibbo Denies Stepping Down For Fintiri
Nigerian Bulletin Dr. Ahmed Mohammed Modibbo of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP who is one of the aspirants in the Adamawa by-election has denied stepping down for acting Governor, Ahmadu Fintri. THIS DAY has this story. One of the contenders in Adamawa State … Adamawa – I've Not Stepped Down for Fintiri–Modibbo |
APC Vows to Terminate PDP’s Misrule in 2015 – Nigerian Bulletin
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APC Vows to Terminate PDP's Misrule in 2015
Nigerian Bulletin The All Progressives Congress, APC has vowed that the ruling Peoples Democratic Party, PDP will not win next year's presidential election. THE SUN has this story. National Chairman of the All Progressives Party (APC), Chief John Oyegun, has stated that … EXCLUSIVE: Atiku to declare presidential ambition September 24 The days of your misrule are numbered – Odigie-Oyegun tells PDP Lack Of Vision, Bane Of Nigeria's Development – Atiku |
Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know this Tuesday morning – DailyPost Nigeria
DailyPost Nigeria |
Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know this Tuesday morning
DailyPost Nigeria 1. Wife of Enugu state Governor, Clara Chime has written a public letter to the husband (Sullivan Chime) and the state over her action of vacating the government house due to an alleged solitary confinement. While apologizing, Clara also denied that she … Impeached Enugu Deputy Governor Rejoins Civil Service Chime Swears in New Deputy Governor Wickedness is when Chime redeploys impeached dep gov to civil service |
2015: Akpabio urges youths to be agents of change – Daily Sun
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2015: Akpabio urges youths to be agents of change
Daily Sun Akwa Ibom State Governor, Chief Godswill Akpabio, has urged youths in the state and other stakeholders to be the catalysts that will drive the state to becoming a haven of industrialisation and model of the country's economy. Governor Akpabio, who stated … PPP: A/Ibom Govt To Execute Ibaka Seaport |
Adamawa By-election: APC Commences Screening Of Guber Aspirants – Leadership Newspapers
Adamawa By-election: APC Commences Screening Of Guber Aspirants
Leadership Newspapers All Progressives Congress (APC) yesterday, commenced screening of its aspirants for the governorship by-election in Adamawa State at the party's secretariat in Yola. The chairman of the Screening Committee, Oluwa Rotimi Akeredolu confirmed to newsmen … Adamawa bye-election: APC commences screening of gov aspirants APC commences screening for Adamawa governorship aspirants |
Our Condition for Peace With Amosun – Kaka – Vanguard
Our Condition for Peace With Amosun – Kaka
Vanguard Former Deputy Governor of Ogun State and a serving Senator, Alhaji Olugbenga Kaka, has given conditions for peace to reign in the Ogun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC. According to him, the solution to the crisis in the party lies in the … |
Dickson laments high rate of unemployment – Daily Sun
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Dickson laments high rate of unemployment
Daily Sun Governor Seriake Dickson of Bayelsa State has noted with regret, the increasing rate of unemployment around the world, assuring that his administration will not relent in current efforts at creating jobs for the youths of the state. Describing unemployment as a … Vandals Threaten Electricity Supply in Bayelsa Bayelsa Commits to Addressing Youth Unemployment |
FCT Minister releases N100m special intervention fund – Daily Sun
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FCT Minister releases N100m special intervention fund
Daily Sun Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Senator Bala Mohammed has approved the sum of N100 million for the take-off of FCT Community and Social Development Projects (CSDP). The counterpart funding for the project is expected to come from the … Lamentation persists from shanty owners in Abuja FCT Accounts for 10 Per Cent of 17 Million Housing Deficit in Nigeria – Bala … |
Has the National Conference failed? (2) – Daily Sun
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Has the National Conference failed? (2)
Daily Sun The fact that the National Conference did not assign percentages to the issues in contention is irrelevant to whether a decision was taken. The popularity or otherwise of the decision is for the Nigerian people to judge. The problem of the National Conference … |
NYSC relocates 258 corps members over Nasarawa crisis – The Punch
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NYSC relocates 258 corps members over Nasarawa crisis
The Punch The National Youth Service Corps in Nasarawa State said it had relocated no fewer than 258 corps members posted to crisis areas in the state back to Lafia, the state capital. The state NYSC Coordinator, Mrs. Agatha Olabanji, made this known in an interview … |
Community leader advocates local police – Nigerian Tribune
Community leader advocates local police
Nigerian Tribune A community leader in Ilorin Emirate, who is also the Mogaji Nda of Ilorin, Alhaji Saliu Woru Mohammed, has called for the establishment of state police in the area. Alhaji Mohammed, who is a retired police officer, said this at the send-off organised for AIG … |
I didn’t set traps for Amosun —Daniel – Nigerian Tribune
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I didn't set traps for Amosun —Daniel
Nigerian Tribune Former governor of Ogun State, Chief Gbenga Daniel, on Sunday, denied allegation leveled against him by his successor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun, that he set booby traps for his administration. Daniel, who spoke at the federal constituency meeting of the … Booby traps: Amosun, scared of me, lied against me –Daniel Daniel tackles Amosun on leadership Be wary of mischievous politicians, Amosun advises ICPC |
Group announces plan for Fawehinmi’s memorial anniversary – Nigerian Tribune
Group announces plan for Fawehinmi's memorial anniversary
Nigerian Tribune The Gani Fawehinmi Memorial Organisation, on Monday, in Lagos, has announced events lined up to commemorate the fifth memorial anniversary of late Gani Fawehinmi. The Chairman, Gani Fawehinmi Memorial Organisation, Mr Ayodele Akele while … |
Community leader advocates local police – Nigerian Tribune
Community leader advocates local police
Nigerian Tribune A community leader in Ilorin Emirate, who is also the Mogaji Nda of Ilorin, Alhaji Saliu Woru Mohammed, has called for the establishment of state police in the area. Alhaji Mohammed, who is a retired police officer, said this at the send-off organised for AIG … 'Police Officers Should Be Posted to States of Origin' |
N’Assembly yet to receive confab report, says Tambuwal – The Guardian Nigeria
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N'Assembly yet to receive confab report, says Tambuwal
The Guardian Nigeria Tambuwal THE Speaker of the House of Representatives, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has said that the National Assembly is yet to receive the reports of the National Conference from the President, but assured Nigerians that justice would be done to the report. We'll Do Justice To Confab Report – Tambuwal Nigeria's Speaker says National Assembly will do justice to confab report National Assembly Waiting for Conference Report, Says Tambuwal |
N’Assembly yet to receive confab report, says Tambuwal – The Guardian Nigeria
The Guardian Nigeria |
N'Assembly yet to receive confab report, says Tambuwal
The Guardian Nigeria Tambuwal THE Speaker of the House of Representatives, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has said that the National Assembly is yet to receive the reports of the National Conference from the President, but assured Nigerians that justice would be done to the report. We'll Do Justice To Confab Report – Tambuwal Nigeria's Speaker says National Assembly will do justice to confab report |
2015: Lamido Reacts To PDP Endorsement Of Jonathan To Contest – Osun Defender
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2015: Lamido Reacts To PDP Endorsement Of Jonathan To Contest
Osun Defender The North-West PDP caucus meeting ended in Kaduna state with the endorsement of Goodluck Jonathan to contest in the 2015 presidential election, Jigawa state governor, Sule Lamido and the state's chapter of the People Democratic Party (PDP) have … Hold Jonathan responsible if Ebola spreads, APC tells Nigerians Gov Lamido, PDP Jigawa dissociate from endorsement of Jonathan 2nd term 'Believe Nigeria, Trust Goodluck' Gaining Momentum |
2015: INEC wants YOU! – ynaija
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2015: INEC wants YOU!
ynaija Ahead of the 2015 general elections, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called on Nigerians to corporate with the commission in order to ensure a successful electoral process. The Commission's Director Of Voter Registrar, … Aregbesola's Finest Hour Kolawole Ojudu: Men Aregbesola must avoid The Race For APC Consensus Candidate; Who Wins? |
Murder of ‘bigshot’” in Nigeria will spark political crisis – TB Joshua – Vibe Ghana
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Murder of 'bigshot'” in Nigeria will spark political crisis – TB Joshua
Vibe Ghana Prophet TB Joshua Nigerian Prophet T.B. Joshua sounded a prophetic alarm in his church service yesterday, stating that a “very big 'bigshot'” in Nigeria would soon be attacked and killed. “Last time, I said we should pray for Nigerian 'bigshots' – because I am … Boko Haram Planning to Attack A Big Church in Nigeria – TB Joshua 'Boko Haram Plans to Attack Another Church in Nigeria' – TB Joshua Survivor Of Boko Haram Gwoza Police Training College Attack Testifies In TB … |
Fintiri Cleared To Contest PDP Elections – spyghana.com
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Fintiri Cleared To Contest PDP Elections
spyghana.com The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP's appeal panel on Sunday reversed an earlier decision to disqualify the acting governor of Adamawa state, Umar Fintiri, by clearing him to contest in the party's September 6 primaries for the October 11 gubernatorial … Adamawa bye-election: PDP Appeal Panel clears acting governor Fintiri for … 'Impeaching Nyako Wasn't Easy'-Barka Steps Down From Adamawa Guber … Adamawa Poll: How Presidency's Intervention Saved Acting Governor |
No Agric Loan For Armchair Farmers In Kogi – Wada – Leadership Newspapers
Leadership Newspapers |
No Agric Loan For Armchair Farmers In Kogi – Wada
Leadership Newspapers Those officials who have penciled themselves down to divert agriculture loans for their use and leave genuine farmers out of the scheme should forget it as Governor Idris Wada has warned armchair farmers to stay away. Wada stated this in a chat at the … 23 years after creation: We have made substantial progress —Kogi gov |
#InTheNews: Jonathan Chosen By by APGA As 2015 Candidate – 360Nobs.com
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#InTheNews: Jonathan Chosen By by APGA As 2015 Candidate
360Nobs.com The all progressive grand alliance has offered president Goodluck Jonathan and Victor Umeh automatic tickets ahead of the 2015 general elections. This was disclosed by Governor Willie Obiano on Saturday in Awka where a mega rally was held to urge … 2015: Why APGA endorsed Jonathan – Umeh 2015 Election: APGA Declares Support For Jonathan |
SERAP Asks ICC To Prosecute Alleged Boko Haram Sponsors – CHANNELS
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SERAP Asks ICC To Prosecute Alleged Boko Haram Sponsors
CHANNELS Fatou_Bensouda_ICC The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has asked the International Criminal Court to urgently investigate allegations that certain high ranking public officials and politicians in Nigeria are among the sponsors of … |
Confab Report Is the Only Thing That Can Save Nigeria – Olu Falae – AllAfrica.com
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Confab Report Is the Only Thing That Can Save Nigeria – Olu Falae
AllAfrica.com Chief Olu Falae, a former Secretary to the Federal Government led the Southwest delegation to the just concluded National Conference. In this interview, the former presidential candidate of the defunct All People's Party, APP, explains how and why the … Jonathan, National Assembly and confab recommendations Has the National Conference failed? (1) National Conference: Resolutions and the way forward |
Insecurity – NUJ President Tasks Govt On Proactive Measures – AllAfrica.com
Insecurity – NUJ President Tasks Govt On Proactive Measures
AllAfrica.com The president of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Mallam Muhammad Garba, has called on relevant government authorities at all levels to take proactive measures that will address insecurity in the country. According to the NUJ president who addressed … Tackle insecurity in the North before elections, NUJ boss tells FG |
Acting Taraba Governor Promised Suntai He Won’t Run For Governor – Nigerian Bulletin
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Acting Taraba Governor Promised Suntai He Won't Run For Governor
Nigerian Bulletin Ambassador Emmanuel Njiwa, former secretary to the Taraba State Government (SSG) has disclosed that the Acting governor of Taraba, Garba Umar cannot join the 2015 governorship race because of a promise he made to ailing Governor Danbaba Suntai. Awaiting The Second Coming Of Suntai |
Agulu Bids Akunyili Final Farewell As Burial Rites End – AllAfrica.com
Agulu Bids Akunyili Final Farewell As Burial Rites End
AllAfrica.com Enugu — The burial rites of former Information and Communication Minister, Professor Dora Akunyili, ended on Saturday according to the tradition of Agulu community, Anaocha local government area of Anambra State. The Late Akunyili, who was also … |
Agulu Bids Akunyili Final Farewell As Burial Rites End – AllAfrica.com
Agulu Bids Akunyili Final Farewell As Burial Rites End
AllAfrica.com Enugu — The burial rites of former Information and Communication Minister, Professor Dora Akunyili, ended on Saturday according to the tradition of Agulu community, Anaocha local government area of Anambra State. The Late Akunyili, who was also … |
Boko Haram: Igbo in Northern Nigeria Vow to Protect N40bn Investment – THISDAY Live
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Boko Haram: Igbo in Northern Nigeria Vow to Protect N40bn Investment
THISDAY Live The Igbo socio-cultural group, Ohanaeze Ndigbo in Kaduna State, has vowed that the Igbo resident in the northern part of the country will not abandon their over N40 billion investment due to fear of Boko Haram. Speaking at the inauguration of the new state … Obiano makes case for economic re-invention of South-East Boko Haram kills 14, torch houses in Borno Obiano spearheads an economic reinvention of South East |
Group Urges ACF Not to Castigate Military – THISDAY Live
Group Urges ACF Not to Castigate Military
THISDAY Live The Nigeria Security Watch Forum (NSWF) has cautioned the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) to be more circumspect and positive in its appraisal of the security situation in the country. The NSWF in its reaction to the position of the ACF in which it stated that … |
2015: Those accusing us of imposition are hypocrites —APC – Osun Defender
2015: Those accusing us of imposition are hypocrites —APC
Osun Defender The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress in Lagos State, Chief Dele Ajomale, has accused those crying foul over imposition of candidates in the party of hypocrisy saying they have benefited from the very act they condemn. Ajomale said this at an … Lagos APC tackles anti-imposition campaigners |
APC, PDP, Accord flex muscle in Oyo over 2015 poll – The Nation Newspaper
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APC, PDP, Accord flex muscle in Oyo over 2015 poll
The Nation Newspaper The three major political parties in Oyo State have started flexing muscles over 2015 general elections, with each vowing that it would emerge victorious. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), All Progressives Congress (APC) and Accord yesterday told The … APC members defect to PDP in Abia |
APC, PDP, Accord flex muscle in Oyo over 2015 poll – The Nation Newspaper
The Nation Newspaper |
APC, PDP, Accord flex muscle in Oyo over 2015 poll
The Nation Newspaper The three major political parties in Oyo State have started flexing muscles over 2015 general elections, with each vowing that it would emerge victorious. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), All Progressives Congress (APC) and Accord yesterday told The … APC members defect to PDP in Abia 2015: Jostle for Presidency divides Nigerians We'll Not Give Up Struggle Against APC in Osun – Babatope |
Musings about our country – Daily Sun
Musings about our country
Daily Sun A group of young men, having inherited their parents' wealth, went on a spending spree. They quaffed the most expensive liquor, rode exotic cars, wore designer clothes and rocked the prettiest girls. Then, like in the case of the Biblical prodigal son, they soon … DNA: The best female president Nigeria never had Agulu Bids Akunyili Final Farewell As Burial Rites End Daniel Iworiso-Markson – A Hallmark of Service, Distinction |
Has the National Conference failed? (1) – Daily Sun
Daily Sun |
Has the National Conference failed? (1)
Daily Sun I find it befuddling and exasperating that some Nigerians concluded, even before the National Conference ended its assignment recently, that it is a failure. Some of those that maintain this position hinge their conclusion on the way the issue of derivation in … |
2015: We’ve no candidate, US envoy tells APC – The Punch
2015: We've no candidate, US envoy tells APC
The Punch The United States Ambassador to Nigeria, James Entwistle, at the weekend told the opposition All Progressives Congress that the US would not support any candidate for the presidency in the 2015 general elections. The ambassador said the US would only … 2015 elections: We have no candidate, but… —US •We want free, fair, credible … |
South-East govs meet in Enugu – Nigerian Tribune
South-East govs meet in Enugu
Nigerian Tribune GOVERNORS of South-East geopolitical zone, on Sunday, met in Enugu, with a call on the Federal Government to establish a cargo section at the Akanu Ibiam Airport, Enugu, with a view to enhancing business activities in the zone. Addressing newsmen … South-East Governors demand cargo section at Akanu Ibiam International Airport |
Judiciary workers to resume strike Oct 2 – Nigerian Tribune
Judiciary workers to resume strike Oct 2
Nigerian Tribune THE Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) has resolved to resume its suspended strike by October 2, if stakeholders refuse to comply with the court's judgment and memorandum of understanding (MoU) of January 13 and August 1, respectively. After the … Judicial workers' strike may begin October 2 |
Nigerian politicians not different from military rulers —ARG – Nigerian Tribune
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Nigerian politicians not different from military rulers —ARG
Nigerian Tribune THE pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere Renewal Group (ARG) has described Nigerian politicians as synonymous with military rulers in their thoughts and actions. The ARG made the declaration on Sunday in a statement while reacting to the … Group Slams Kwankwaso For Endorsing Immutability Of 1999 Constitution Afenifere condemns Kwankwaso's comment on 1999 constitution |
Thousands flee Boko Haram attacks in Nigeria for Cameroon: police – The Daily Star
The Daily Star |
Thousands flee Boko Haram attacks in Nigeria for Cameroon: police
The Daily Star A screengrab taken on August 24, 2014 from a video released by the Nigerian Islamist extremist group Boko Haram and obtained by AFP shows alleged members of the Nigerian Islamist extremist group Boko Haram at an undisclosed location. AFP PHOTO … Fani-Kayode Should Stop Defending Boko Haram Sponsors- Melaye Australian Negotiator Insists Modu Sheriff, Ihejirika Sponsor Boko Haram … Can Nigerian youth destroy Boko Haram's caliphate? |
Police arrest suspected bandits in Ondo – DailyPost Nigeria
Police arrest suspected bandits in Ondo
DailyPost Nigeria Men of the Ondo State Police Command at the weekend arrested a suspected armed robber identified as Abraham Haruna. Also arrested were two motorcycle thieves, Monday Gabriel, and Segun Olawale. The Command's Spokesman, Wole Ogodo who … |
Why SSS arrested Maigari: Suspected to have had a hand in the fire that burnt … – Nigerian Bulletin
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Why SSS arrested Maigari: Suspected to have had a hand in the fire that burnt …
Nigerian Bulletin rsz_maigari Reports have emerged that outgoing president of the Nigeria Football Federation(NFF)Aminu Maigari was arrested after being fingered in connection with the fire that gutted the Glass House two weeks ago. Maigari was on Tuesday arrested by … NFF Secretariat Fire: Maigari a suspect – Sports Commission Why Maigari was arrested —Sports Ministry Fear Looms as FIFA Deadline on Nigeria Expires |
2015: How Buhari, Atiku, Kwankwaso’s Presidential Ambition May Split The North – Osun Defender
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2015: How Buhari, Atiku, Kwankwaso's Presidential Ambition May Split The North
Osun Defender As the February 14, 2015 presidential election draws nearer, there are palpable fears in the camp of the All Progressive Congress (APC) that the ambition of its heavyweight aspirants from the North may become its albatross at the polls. Although the APC still … 2015: Buhari,Kwankwaso's Supporters Clash In Kano 2015: APC in a Four Horse Race 2015: Buhari, Kwankwaso's Posters Flood Kano |
Zoning 2015 governorship seat to Abia South is equitable –Nwokeukwu – BusinessDay
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Zoning 2015 governorship seat to Abia South is equitable –Nwokeukwu
BusinessDay Chibuike Nwokeukwu, a lawyer and former commissioner in Abia State, in this interview, takes a look at the state's journey so far, achievements of Governor Theodore Orji, the political gains of zoning the 2015 governorship seat to Abia South senatorial zone, … Sacked Abia workers protest non recall |
2015: Fashola commends LASIEC over delineation of wards – The Nation Newspaper
The Nation Newspaper |
2015: Fashola commends LASIEC over delineation of wards
The Nation Newspaper LAGOS State Governor, Mr. Babatunde Fashola, has commended the Lagos State Resident Electoral Commission (LASIEC) for successfully delineating wards and creation of additional polling units in the state. Fashola, who gave the commendation while … Fashola receives report on creation of additional polling units Lagos Gets Additional Polling Units |
$930m loot: Settlement with the Abachas in national interest, says AGF – The Nation Newspaper
The Guardian Nigeria |
$930m loot: Settlement with the Abachas in national interest, says AGF
The Nation Newspaper The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr. Mohammed Bello Adoke (SAN) says Federal Government's settlement with the family of the late Head of State, Gen. Sani Abacha on the $930million loot traced to his accounts was in national … Abacha Loot: FG Defends Pact With Family |
Death toll in Rivers boat mishap now 12 —NEMA – Nigerian Tribune
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Death toll in Rivers boat mishap now 12 —NEMA
Nigerian Tribune TWO more people have been confirmed dead, on Saturday, following the overloaded boat that capsized at Bonny Island in Rivers State on Friday, increasing the casualty figure to 12. Twenty-two people were rescued and taken to hospital after the boat, … Death toll rises to 12 in Nigeria boat capsize: relief agency Some Nigerians Blame Rivers State Government Two children, eight women die in Rivers boat mishap |
Osun election: We’ll get justice at the tribunal —PDP – Nigerian Tribune
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Osun election: We'll get justice at the tribunal —PDP
Nigerian Tribune AS the standard bearer of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the August 9, 2014 governorship poll in Osun State, Senator Iyiola Omisore submits his petition to challenge the outcome of the exercise, a stalwart of the party in the state, Chief Francis … #OSUN: The main reason why Osun people supported Aregbesola, rejected … Osun Election: 'SSS Rejects N14m Bribe to Manipulate Result' Omisore files 850-page petition to tribunal |
Amosun overwhelmed with Ogun crisis —LP – Nigerian Tribune
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Amosun overwhelmed with Ogun crisis —LP
Nigerian Tribune The Labour Party in Ogun State has described the “uncoordinated posture” of the Ogun State Governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun during a live interview as a sign that the governor is “overwhelmed with the crisis in the state. This position was stated in a press … Amosun: Our Re-election Will Be Achieved By God, Not Man Governor Amosun: Man of the people Amosun declares bid for second term |
Quit Now, Youth Forum Tells Old Politicians, Leaders – The Guardian Nigeria
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Quit Now, Youth Forum Tells Old Politicians, Leaders
The Guardian Nigeria THE Nigerian Young Professionals Forum (NYPF) on Friday in Abuja launched a campaign tagged: 'Nigerian Elders Give Young People A Chance.' The group in a statement signed by its National Secretary, Dr. Nuhu Atta, stated that the country's youths and … Youths Blame Nigerian Woes on Old Leaders Give Youth a Chance— NYPF |
Why I Am Yet To Unveil Political Intention, By Tambuwal – The Guardian Nigeria
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Why I Am Yet To Unveil Political Intention, By Tambuwal
The Guardian Nigeria WITH speculation rife that he might dump the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC) to vie for the presidency next year, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Aminu Tambuwal, Saturday, in Benin City, said he is making … No To Militarization! Tambuwal Warns Jonathan On 2015 Polls |
Police commission promotion: Ogunshakin, Tanko gets rank of Assistant … – Osun Defender
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Police commission promotion: Ogunshakin, Tanko gets rank of Assistant …
Osun Defender police1 The Police Service Commission has approved the promotion of two Commissioners of Police, Buhari Tanko and Johnson Ogunsakin, to the rank of Assistant Inspectors-General of Police for their strategic professional experience and to also fill the … Police Commission Promotes Ogunshakin, Tanko, 30 Others Police name Ogunsakin AIG, Larmode, 29 others CP PSC promotes 2 AIGs, 37 police commissioners |
Nigeria: Woman detained for injuring 14-year girl – StarAfrica.com
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Nigeria: Woman detained for injuring 14-year girl
StarAfrica.com Nigerian police have detained a woman in Dutse, a suburb of Abuja for allegedly forcing a 14-year old girl to sit on a hot stove as punishment for habitual bed wetting.The Police Public Relations Officer for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja, Mrs Altine … Woman burns girl's genital for bed wetting Police Detain Woman For Forcing 14-Year Old girl To Sit On Hot Stove Woman in detention for burning 14-yr-old genital |
Terrorism: Why President Jonathan should be arrested- US reveals – Osun Defender
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Terrorism: Why President Jonathan should be arrested- US reveals
Osun Defender This interview of Hon. Farouk Adamu Aliyu is a most important document in Nigeria's developing history. Mr. Aliyu went to the United States to seek the assistance and cooperation of the Obama administration in the arrest of Nigeria's President, Goodluck … Boko Haram: I Have Evidence That Could Implicate Jonathan Says Aliyu Nigerian Students Endorse President Jonathan for Second Term Nigeria To Begin Local Currency, Election Materials Printing |
TY Danjuma’s Special Assistant Charged To Court Over N2 billion Fraud – Daily Times Nigeria
Daily Times Nigeria |
TY Danjuma's Special Assistant Charged To Court Over N2 billion Fraud
Daily Times Nigeria The Special Fraud Unit (SFU) of the Lagos State Police command Friday charged a special assistant to former defence minister, Lt. Gen. TY Danjuma (rtd), Manasseh Zorto, before a Federal High Court in Lagos for allegedly defrauding the former minister of … Former Defence Minister TY Danjuma Defrauded of N2 bn By Special Assistant |
My plan to transform Adamawa – Marwa – Daily Sun
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My plan to transform Adamawa – Marwa
Daily Sun Former military administrator of Lagos State, General Mohammed Buba Marwa has declared that his entry into the race for the PDP governorship ticket and the state governorship election is to bring on board his wealth of experience to transform the state into … Adamawa Guber: Ribadu, Marwa, Gundiri Get PDP Waiver Adamawa Poll: PDP Grants Waiver To Ribadu, Marwa, Gundiri |
Politicians in season of defection for 2015 – The Punch
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Politicians in season of defection for 2015
The Punch The Nigerian political landscape has been dotted with defections and counter-defections by politicians. The ruling Peoples Democratic Party and the major opposition party, the All Progressives Congress have been more affected. Dumping one political party … Mimiko's defection as game changer in South-West politics 2015: Jonathan will win in Lagos – Mimiko Mimiko Predicts Jonathan's Electoral Victory in Lagos |
Politicians in season of defection for 2015 – The Punch
The Punch |
Politicians in season of defection for 2015
The Punch The Nigerian political landscape has been dotted with defections and counter-defections by politicians. The ruling Peoples Democratic Party and the major opposition party, the All Progressives Congress have been more affected. Dumping one political party … 2015: Jonathan will win in Lagos – Mimiko South-West PDP reconciles for Jonathan's 2015 agenda Jonathan Meets With PDP Leaders, Ministers |
Community in Oyo State Gets Light After 30 Months of Power Outage – Bella Naija
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Community in Oyo State Gets Light After 30 Months of Power Outage
Bella Naija Ibadan (NAN) – The people of Ona-Ara Local Government Area (LGA) of Oyo State on Friday had a lot to smile about after two and a half years of power outage. The formal commencement of electricity supply to the area by the Ibadan Electricity Distribution … Urban renewal: How Ajimobi tackles infrastructural decay |
Police Arrest Housewife, Six Others For Assault On Husband’s Lover – The Guardian Nigeria
Police Arrest Housewife, Six Others For Assault On Husband's Lover
The Guardian Nigeria POLICE in Bayelsa State have arrested a housewife and six other over an alleged assault and stripping naked of a 23-year-old girl over alleged illicit romance with her husband along the Okaka area of Yenagoa local council of the state. It was gathered that … Housewife, Six Others Arrested for Stripping Husband's Lover Naked Police arrest housewife over fight with husband's mistress |
El-Zakyzaky Accuses Govt Of Campaign Of Calumny Against Islamic Group – The Guardian Nigeria
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El-Zakyzaky Accuses Govt Of Campaign Of Calumny Against Islamic Group
The Guardian Nigeria THE leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria, Sheikh Ibrahim El-Zakyzaky has said the group would continue to be resolute in its objectives despite the recent attack and campaign of calumny against his members by the government. El-Zakzaky explained … Zakzaky claims security agents are after his life They Killed My Sons, Now They Want My Life – Sheikh Zakzaky |
Aregbesola condoles, as Ladoja buries mum in Ibadan – Osun Defender
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Aregbesola condoles, as Ladoja buries mum in Ibadan
Osun Defender Rasheed Ladoja Former Governor Rashidi Ladoja of Oyo State, on Thursday, led other members of his family to bury their mother, Alhaja Halimatu Sadia Apinke Ladoja, who died on Wednesday evening, at the Yemetu, Ibadan family house of the Ladojas. Kalu condoles with Ladoja over mother's death Soun Ogbomoso commiserates with Ladoja over mother's death …Akinjide too Rasheed Ladoja Losses Mum |
Ohakim declares for Imo governorship – Osun Defender
Osun Defender |
Ohakim declares for Imo governorship
Osun Defender Ohakim, who addressed party members and journalists at the state PDP secretariat, affirmed that he is not ashamed to re-contest the position after loosing out to the incumbent Governor Rochas Okorocha in 2011. According to Ohakim, who stated that he was … 2015: I'm not ashamed to re-contest – Ohakim declares for Imo governorship seat Why Rochas Okorocha should re-elected 2015: Ohakim Will Challenge Okorocha For Imo Gubernatorial Seat |
2015 Elections: 36 Kano APC lawmakers back Kwankwaso for President – Premium Times
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2015 Elections: 36 Kano APC lawmakers back Kwankwaso for President
Premium Times The 36 members of the Kano State House of Assembly, has declared the state governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, eligible to contest the presidential elections in 2015. The lawmakers said they believed Mr. Kwankwaso was the only person able to salvage Nigeria. 2015:Kano Assembly Backs Kwankwaso For President 2015: 34 APC lawmakers in Kano endorse Kwankwaso for president My Experiences With APC, PDP leaderships – Gombe |
This Lagos Hotel Records Its Customers Having Sex Then Blackmails Them With It – Nigerian Bulletin
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This Lagos Hotel Records Its Customers Having Sex Then Blackmails Them With It
Nigerian Bulletin Three hotel attendants have been arraigned in Lagos for video recording their client' sexual trysts and using it to demand a N10 million ransom. The case was heard at the Ogudu Chief Magistrate's Court in Lagos. The employees had used the hotel's CCTV to … 3 Hotel Attendants Arrested For Recording Customer's Sexual Affair |
REVEALED: Nigeria’s richest woman, Folorunsho Alakija didn’t attend University – DailyPost Nigeria
DailyPost Nigeria |
REVEALED: Nigeria's richest woman, Folorunsho Alakija didn't attend University
DailyPost Nigeria Folorunsho Alakija Billionaire, Mrs. Folorunsho Alakija, one of the richest women in Africa has revealed that she didn't go to a university.' Alakija made the revelation while addressing students of the University of Lagos during the 2014 UN International Youths … Africa's Richest Woman Folorunsho Alakija: University Not Necessary For Success I Never had a University Degree But I'm One Of The Richest Women Today – Mrs … |
Nigeria To Begin Local Currency, Election Materials Printing – Ventures Africa
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Nigeria To Begin Local Currency, Election Materials Printing
Ventures Africa Nigeria's government is pushing its Printing Company to take over the printing of sensitive national materials like Bank notes, Identity cards and election materials in a move to cut export of jobs abroad and increase revenue for the company. VENTURES … Too Much Waste: Jonathan bans printing of govt documents abroad Jonathan Bans Printing of Govt Documents Abroad Jonathan stops printing of electoral materials abroad |
At 23, Delta State Has Come A Long Way – Governor Uduaghan – CHANNELS
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At 23, Delta State Has Come A Long Way – Governor Uduaghan
CHANNELS Delta State The Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan, believes that Delta State has come out greater despite being created amidst controversies, especially those surrounding the location of the state capital. Speaking on Channels Television's … 2015: Uduaghan Charges Guber Aspirants On Issues-based Campaigns God, reason for my success —Uduaghan •He'll determine my successor 2015: Uduaghan Charges Aspirants on Issues-Based Campaigns |
Enugu chicken impeachment: Ex-Deputy Governors lament sack of serving … – DailyPost Nigeria
DailyPost Nigeria |
Enugu chicken impeachment: Ex-Deputy Governors lament sack of serving …
DailyPost Nigeria sunday onyebuchi Former deputy governors under the aegis of Forum of Former Deputy Governors of Nigeria (FFDGN), Thursday described the impeachment of the past Deputy Governor of Enugu State, Dr Sunday Onyebuchi as a reckless show of power by … Former Enugu Deputy Governor Was Responsible For His Own Impeachment … Impeachment of Enugu Deputy Governor Reckless – Ex-Deputy Govs Nwoye Emerges Enugu Deputy Gov |
Jonathan Bans Printing of Govt Documents Abroad – AllAfrica.com
Jonathan Bans Printing of Govt Documents Abroad
AllAfrica.com President Goodluck Jonathan has banned the printing of government documents outside the country, except in cases where the Nigeria Security Minting and Printing Company (NSMPC) confirms it cannot handle such jobs. President Jonathan announced this … MINT Board Sacks MD, EDs, Appoints New Boss Jonathan stops printing of electoral materials abroad |
Northern Elders Mourn ACF’s Ex-Leader, Dambata – The Guardian
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Northern Elders Mourn ACF's Ex-Leader, Dambata
The Guardian The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has expressed shock over the death of former Chairman of its Board of Trustees (BoT), Alhaji Magaji Dambata, at the age of 86 during a brief illness. He was buried yesterday in Kano according to Islamic rite. Another National Conference delegate, Magaji Dambatta dies at 83 Conference Delegate, Dambatta is Dead |
2015: Sultan makes case for violence-free elections – Daily Sun
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2015: Sultan makes case for violence-free elections
Daily Sun As the 2015 general elections draw nearer, the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa'ad Abubabakar, has urged politicians in the country, to shun politics of bitterness and rancor. He made the appeal yesterday while receiving former vice president, Alhaji … Only God Gives Leadership, Sultan Tells Politicians Play Politics With Decorum, Sultan Advises Politicians |
Rainstorm hits Fugar, displaces 2500 persons – Daily Sun
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Rainstorm hits Fugar, displaces 2500 persons
Daily Sun Barely one month after rainstorm killed persons and destroyed over 50 houses in Igarra in Edo State, a similar incident has occurred in Fugar, the administrative headquarters of Etsako Central Local Government Area of the state, destroying houses and … FLOOD: 116 Houses, Property Destroyed In Edo Rainstorm displaces 2500 persons in Edo |
Ngige, Ekwunife eulogise Akunyili – Daily Sun
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Ngige, Ekwunife eulogise Akunyili
Daily Sun Senator Chris Ngige, representing Anambra Central Senatorial zone, yesterday, paid his last respect to the late former Minister of Information and Communications, Prof Dora Akunyili, as her remains were lowered into the grave. Ngige described the death of … Akunyili Buried in Agulu Dora Akunyili for Burial Today Akunyili's rain maker relation vows to disrupt her burial in Agulu |
Boko Haram, a threat to Nigeria’s unity – Archbishop Martins – Daily Sun
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Boko Haram, a threat to Nigeria's unity – Archbishop Martins
Daily Sun The Catholic Archbishop of Lagos, Most Rev. Dr. Alfred Adewale Martins, has urged the Federal Government to take urgent and drastic measures to combat the activities of Boko Haram, as it constitutes a major threat to the nation's unity and continuous … N968bn budget not enough to fight insecurity —Obanikoro Cameroonian troops shell Boko Haram camp Fire For Fire!!! Cameroon declares war on Boko Haram |
They Killed My Sons, Now They Want My Life – Sheikh Zakzaky – Leadership Newspapers
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They Killed My Sons, Now They Want My Life – Sheikh Zakzaky
Leadership Newspapers Leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria, Sheikh Ibraheem Zakzaky, has disclosed alleged plan by the Nigerian security agents to orchestrate his death. Sheik Zakzaky, who spoke at the end of a weekly Tafsir held at the Hussainiyyah Baqiyyatullah, Zaria, … |
Australian Negotiator Names Ihejirika, Sheriff as Sponsors of Boko Haram – THISDAY Live
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Australian Negotiator Names Ihejirika, Sheriff as Sponsors of Boko Haram
THISDAY Live A Perth-based international adviser, Dr. Stephen Davis, who for four months was involved in negotiations on behalf of the federal government with commanders of Boko Haram for the release of over 200 schoolgirls kidnapped by the sect last April, has named … Alleged terror sponsorship: Ihejirika challenges El-Rufai Ihejirika Fires Back, Calls Nasir El-Rufai A "Boko Haram Commander" El-Rufai names Modu Sheriff, Ihejirika as sponsors of Boko Haram activities |
For Dr. Ameyo Adadevoh – BusinessDay
For Dr. Ameyo Adadevoh
BusinessDay We've all been focused on Ebola since it came to town. We've read up, researched, debated, laid blames, cursed in our typical fashion and now returned to taking greater caution and praying for Nigeria, and West Africa given how borderless the world has … Dr. Ameyo Adadevoh: That We May Truly Remember Her |
NANS pledges students support for Jonathan’s re-election – The News
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NANS pledges students support for Jonathan's re-election
The News The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) on Thursday endorsed President Goodluck Jonathan to run for a second term in office. The President of NANS, Mr Yinka Gbadebo, who led the National Executive members of the association on a visit to … |
Another Female Celebrity Dumps Nollywood For Politics, Sets Time Limit [Video] – Osun Defender
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Another Female Celebrity Dumps Nollywood For Politics, Sets Time Limit [Video]
Osun Defender Nollywood actress, Kate Henshaw, said she's taking a break from acting to join politics for eight years. The actress cited lengthy stays in politics as reason for much of the problems in Nigeria, on top of corruption on the part of government officials. Though she … Kate Henshaw Talks Politics On Sahara TV “I am not joining politics for money but to serve” – Kate Henshaw Henshaw makes attempt to chop government money |