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Jonathan urges youths to sponsor bill on political age barrier
Nigerian Tribune President Goodluck Jonathan has urged Nigerian youths to sponsor a bill to amend the age barrier in some elective positions in Nigeria. The bill, if amended, will enable the youth to contest in elections for the post of president, governors and senate. Presidency: Jonathan Calls For Abrogation of Age Limit Jonathan Promises To Address Age limit Into Political Offices Jonathan Tasks Youths Over Bill On Age Barrier |
Governorship zoning in Abia: Cautious optimism as aspirants watch Orji’s move – BusinessDay
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Governorship zoning in Abia: Cautious optimism as aspirants watch Orji's move
BusinessDay The political situation in the South East is very exciting. Loyalty is the word. The fear of the leader is the beginning of wisdom. The geo-political zone is a conquered territory for the People's Democratic Party (PDP). Forget that Anambra and Imo States are … Group rejects zoning of Abia governorship in 2015 |
Osun Election: I Am Not Part Of Rigging Syndicate – Professor Adebowale – CHANNELS
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Osun Election: I Am Not Part Of Rigging Syndicate – Professor Adebowale
CHANNELS The Vice Chancellor of University of Ibadan, Professor Isaac Adewole, has denied an allegation going round in the social media that he was recruited as part of the alleged rigging syndicate in the Osun State governorship election. Professor Adewole, told … TAN urges Osun people to observe peaceful polls CDD releases Preliminary Report on Osun Election Voting Still On In Osun |
Osun Poll: Omisore’s Running Mate, Obada, PDP Chairman, Lose Their Polling … – Leadership Newspapers
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Osun Poll: Omisore's Running Mate, Obada, PDP Chairman, Lose Their Polling …
Leadership Newspapers Against the acclaimed strength of many stalwarts of the Peoples Democratic Party in parts of Osun State, the results of the election triclking in have indicated that many of the leaders of the party lost the election in their respective polling units. Leaders of the … Oyinlola, Akande lose polling units to PDP Oyinlola, wife lose at polling units APC loses in Oyinlola's Polling Unit |
150 APC members arrested, molested -Aregbesola – The Punch
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150 APC members arrested, molested -Aregbesola
The Punch The All Progressives Congress candidate in the Osun governorship election, Governor Rauf Aregbesola, has alleged that no fewer than 150 members of his party were either harassed or detained by security agents on election day. Aregbesola spoke while … Aregbesola Condemns Arrest Of APC Leaders, Optimistic of Winning the poll Osun gov election: Don't scuttle democracy, Aregbesola warns FG Osun Election: Aregbesola Commends Exercise |
Circular Issued by Navy HQ Triggers Row: Read the Document – NDTV
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Circular Issued by Navy HQ Triggers Row: Read the Document
NDTV There is anger and dismay among the top brass of the Indian Navy over a circular that, some claim, facilitates the promotion of a key aide to the Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Robin K Dhowan. This is the circular issued a couple of months after Admiral Dhowan … Navy Relaxes Rules for Promotion of Officers to Captain Rank Navy, Police to strengthen cooperation Navy slammed for 'bending promotion rules to promote new chief's key aide' |
Alleged Favouritism at the Top Angers Navy Officials – NDTV
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Alleged Favouritism at the Top Angers Navy Officials
NDTV New Delhi: There is anger and dismay among the top brass of the Indian Navy against what is being seen as blatant favouratism in the Naval headquarters. The Navy HQ has bent its rules to facilitate the promotion of a key aide to the Chief of Naval Staff … Navy Relaxes Rules for Promotion of Officers to Captain Rank Navy, Police to strengthen cooperation Navy slammed for 'bending promotion rules to promote new chief's key aide' |
Court Refuses Ngilari’s Application to Stop Bye-election in Adamawa – THISDAY Live
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Court Refuses Ngilari's Application to Stop Bye-election in Adamawa
THISDAY Live A Federal High Court in Abuja yesterday refused an application by former Adamawa State's Deputy Governor, Bala Ngilari to restrain the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from conducting bye-election to fill the vacant governorship seat … Court Stops Former Adamawa Deputy Gov's Comeback Bid! Former Adamawa Deputy Governor, Ngilari loses bid to stop bye-election Race for Adamawa gov's bye election begins |
US takes control of $480m stolen by Abacha – The Nation Newspaper
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US takes control of $480m stolen by Abacha
The Nation Newspaper WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The United States has taken control of more than $480 million looted by former Nigerian dictator Sani Abacha and his associates after a court ruling, the Justice Department said on Thursday. The money stolen during Abacha's … US wins control over corrupt hidden gains of Nigerian dictator Abacha Loot: US Gains Rights To Seize And Redistribute $480m $480 Million Seized in Kleptocracy Action |
Wanted: Government Of National Unity – Leadership Newspapers
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Wanted: Government Of National Unity
Leadership Newspapers On the way to Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport, Abuja, you are greeted by the various idolizing posters of President Jonathan Goodluck published by the Niger Delta Youths Association. The slogan on each of the posters was, “One million Niger Delta Youths support … |
Group attacks Enugu deputy gov. over impeachment – Daily Sun
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Group attacks Enugu deputy gov. over impeachment
Daily Sun The Enugu Professionals Forum (EPF) has described recent comments credited to the embattled deputy governor of Enugu State, Mr. Sunday Onyebuchi in response to charges leveled against him by the State House of Assembly as premature and designed … Enugu impeachment: Panel kicks journalists out of court Impeachment: I'm innocent, Enugu dep gov insists •Vows to defend his … Impeachment: Enugu Deputy Gov Appears Before Panel, Says He Is Ready To Go |
FG not behind impeachment saga in Nasarawa —Maku – Nigerian Tribune
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FG not behind impeachment saga in Nasarawa —Maku
Nigerian Tribune MINISTER of Information, Mr Labaran Maku, said the Federal Government was not behind the impeachment saga in Nasarawa State. He also said the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) would not be intimidated by the antics of Governor Umar Tanko Almakura … History In Nasarawa Maku, Doma, Ewuga Lead PDP Solidarity Rally for Lawmakers in Lafia Anarchy Looms in Nasarawa as PDP, APC Clash Over Fresh Plot to Remove … |
INEC, Senate leader charge electorate on PVC, CVR – Nigerian Tribune
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INEC, Senate leader charge electorate on PVC, CVR
Nigerian Tribune THE Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Bauchi Office, has urged political parties in the state to assist in mobilising voters to ensure the success of the collection of permanent voter card and the continuation of voter registration. The Resident … Senate Leader – Nigeria Will Not Cede More C'river Territories to Cameroun |
Education Is Human Right, Jonathan Tells Boko Haram – The Guardian Nigeria
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Education Is Human Right, Jonathan Tells Boko Haram
The Guardian Nigeria Jonathan-02-08 PRESIDENT Goodluck Jonathan has reiterated the commitment of his government to bringing alive the abducted girls from a secondary school in Chibok, Borno State, even as he declared that education is a human right issue that should not … Nigerians must know President Jonathan is directing military, security officers to … Nigeria, US Trade Volume Now N6 Trillion – Jonathan |
Republicans Can Learn A Lot From Nigeria On Voter Suppression By Dr. Wumi … – SaharaReporters.com
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Republicans Can Learn A Lot From Nigeria On Voter Suppression By Dr. Wumi …
SaharaReporters.com President Jonathan had to rush back from Washington last Wednesday night to personally take charge of the Osun elections, in apparent collusion with Professor Jega and his so-called Independent Electoral Commission of Nigeria. What Diaspora Nigerians Are Saying About Goodluck Jonathan Nigerians must know President Jonathan is directing military, security officers to … Nigeria, US Trade Volume Now N6 Trillion – Jonathan |
Chaos as gunman kills petroleum varsity student – The Guardian Nigeria
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Chaos as gunman kills petroleum varsity student
The Guardian Nigeria THERE was pandemonium Friday at the Federal University of Petroleum Resources (FUPRE), Effurun, Delta State, as a final year Computer Science student identified as Jimoh Lateef was shot dead by gunman suspected to be from one of the two host … |
Governor Fashola raises alarm on the state of Lagos bridge – DailyPost Nigeria
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Governor Fashola raises alarm on the state of Lagos bridge
DailyPost Nigeria image Governor Babatunde Fashola of Lagos State has sounded the alarm over the dangerous state of the Apapa/Ijora bridge, even as he called for urgent repairs of the bridge. He also lamented that there were 28 bridges belonging to the Federal … Lagos Bridge In Danger, Says Gov. Fashola Agwai Pledges Prudent Use of SURE-P Fund, Inspects Projects |
Nigerian press report U.S rejections of request on Ebola drugs, surge in … – StarAfrica.com
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Nigerian press report U.S rejections of request on Ebola drugs, surge in …
StarAfrica.com The United State's rejection of Nigeria's request for drugs for the cure of the deadly Ebola virus, Liberia's apology and meeting of the 36 states over the disease, and Boko Haram's occupation of more towns, dominated newspapers on Friday.The United States … Boko Haram Occupies Yobe Community Terrorists take control of disused Yobe army bases Military sacks Boko Haram from Damboa forest |
“I’ve not resigned, I’m not thinking of doing so” – FCT Minister – DailyPost Nigeria
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“I've not resigned, I'm not thinking of doing so” – FCT Minister
DailyPost Nigeria Bala_Mohammed Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Bala Mohammed, has stated that his tenure as Minister was at the discretion of his principal, President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan who appointed him as Minister. He stated that he has not … Insecurity: Minister summons stakeholders on security for FCT schools Govt Charges Parks, Gardens' Operators On Security |
“I’ve not resigned, I’m not thinking of doing so” – FCT Minister – DailyPost Nigeria
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“I've not resigned, I'm not thinking of doing so” – FCT Minister
DailyPost Nigeria Bala_Mohammed Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Bala Mohammed, has stated that his tenure as Minister was at the discretion of his principal, President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan who appointed him as Minister. He stated that he has not … Insecurity: Minister summons stakeholders on security for FCT schools Govt Charges Parks, Gardens' Operators On Security Bala Wants Security Awareness in School in FCT |
Obiano Tasks Councillors On Voter Education – Nigerian Observer
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Obiano Tasks Councillors On Voter Education
Nigerian Observer AWKA – Governor Willie Obiano of Anambra has charged the 326 councillors in the state to sensitise and mobilise the people in their wards on the forthcoming voter registration and revalidation exercise. Obiano made the call during the inauguration of the … Suspected kidnappers of Mikel Obi's father, others arrested We're winning war against criminals –Obiano Obiano Shines At 57 |
Obiano Tasks Councillors On Voter Education – Nigerian Observer
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Obiano Tasks Councillors On Voter Education
Nigerian Observer AWKA – Governor Willie Obiano of Anambra has charged the 326 councillors in the state to sensitise and mobilise the people in their wards on the forthcoming voter registration and revalidation exercise. Obiano made the call during the inauguration of the … Suspected kidnappers of Mikel Obi's father, others arrested We're winning war against criminals –Obiano Obiano Shines At 57 |
Senate Leader – Nigeria Will Not Cede More C’river Territories to Cameroun – AllAfrica.com
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Senate Leader – Nigeria Will Not Cede More C'river Territories to Cameroun
AllAfrica.com Calabar — Senate Leader, Senator Victor Ndoma-Egba (SAN), has stated that Nigeria is working seriously to ensure that more territories from Cross River State are not ceded again to Cameroun, her central African neighbour. In August 2008, Nigeria formally … |
Oyo Assembly extends council chairmen tenure – The Guardian Nigeria
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Oyo Assembly extends council chairmen tenure
The Guardian Nigeria THE Oyo State House of Assembly yesterday extended the tenure of the interim council chairmen by six months. It would be recalled that the three months tenure of the council bosses, earlier approved in May 12, would expire by August 12. But at a special … Assembly extends tenure of interim local government chairmen in Oyo Oyo assembly extends tenure of caretaker chairmen |
Oyo Assembly extends council chairmen tenure – The Guardian Nigeria
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Oyo Assembly extends council chairmen tenure
The Guardian Nigeria THE Oyo State House of Assembly yesterday extended the tenure of the interim council chairmen by six months. It would be recalled that the three months tenure of the council bosses, earlier approved in May 12, would expire by August 12. But at a special … Assembly extends tenure of interim local government chairmen in Oyo Oyo assembly extends tenure of caretaker chairmen |
We’re winning war against criminals –Obiano – Daily Sun
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We're winning war against criminals –Obiano
Daily Sun Anambra State Governor, Chief Willie Obiano, has assured that the state was winning the war on crime. The governor made the declaration while reacting to the latest arrest of some robbery and kidnap suspects and demolition of their buildings. He said the … |
Nigeria Customs As Instrument of Oppression? – Vanguard
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Nigeria Customs As Instrument of Oppression?
Vanguard WHAT we know today as the Nigeria Customs and Excise Commission was founded over a century ago, precisely in 1891, as the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, by the colonial masters basically for the collection of inland revenue in the Niger Coast … |
Rains, Insecurity Aggravating Cholera Outbreak In Northern Cameroon – Bernama
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Rains, Insecurity Aggravating Cholera Outbreak In Northern Cameroon
Bernama YAOUNDE, Aug 8 (BERNAMA-NNN-IRIN) — Rains and insecurity caused by Nigerian Islamist militants are aggravating a cholera outbreak in northern Cameroon which has killed at least 75 people and infected some 1,400 others since April. Water scarcity … Boko Haram gains foothold in Cameroon, begins recruitment drive Boko Haram: Untold Tales Of Death, Tears In Displaced Persons Camps Emir of Gwoza still missing, 2 days after Boko Haram attack |
2015: Zoning divides Abia traditional rulers – National Mirror
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2015: Zoning divides Abia traditional rulers
National Mirror The decision of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Abia State to exclude some Ngwa people for its 2015 governorship zoning arrangement has polarised the traditional rulers council in the state. The traditional rulers are now divided into two camps, … Traditional rulers reject zoning of guber seat to Abia South ahead of 2015 poll |
Credibility of elections, majesty of democracy – The Guardian Nigeria
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Credibility of elections, majesty of democracy
The Guardian Nigeria inec AGAINST a history of recurring electoral fraud and consequent credibility and legitimacy crisis in Nigeria, it is not surprising that concerns are being voiced over the prospects of the forthcoming general election billed to hold next February. The Osun State … Akhaine – Osun Election: Why It Matters Wearing Of Masks During Election Is Illegal — Femi Falana #OsunDecides: WEARING OF MASKS DURING ELECTION IS ILLEGAL (DSS or … |
In Nigeria, campaign against Boko Haram militants brings fears of military … – Washington Post
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In Nigeria, campaign against Boko Haram militants brings fears of military …
Washington Post In video footage of what is described as the edge of Maiduguri city in northern Nigeria, more than 10 young men are seen sitting in line next to a freshly dug pit. One by one, some are brought to the edge; their throats are cut, and their bodies are rolled in. US has not done enough for Nigeria —Kalu |
Military sacks Boko Haram from Damboa forest – Daily Sun
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Military sacks Boko Haram from Damboa forest
Daily Sun The military has reclaimed Damboa town, south of Borno which was initially taken over by Boko Haram mid-July, a military source said. Hundreds of Boko Haram fighters overran Damboa, about 89 kilometres from Maiduguri on July 18 in an attack described … Boko Haram Takes Over One End Of Bombed Yobe Bridge Boko Haram Takes Control of Gujba, Another Borno Local Govt Area Boko Haram Takes Over Military Camps in Yobe |
Navy slammed for ‘bending promotion rules to promote new chief’s key aide’ – Daily Mail
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Navy slammed for 'bending promotion rules to promote new chief's key aide'
Daily Mail Naval headquarters has 'bent the rules' for promotion of officers to the rank of captain by approving a controversial 'one-time dispensation' that does away with the need for an officer to spend mandatory time at sea. The one-time exception, issued by the … |
Impeachment: PDP reconciles aggrieved lawmakers in Ebonyi – Nigerian Tribune
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Impeachment: PDP reconciles aggrieved lawmakers in Ebonyi
Nigerian Tribune The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ebonyi State, has finally reconciled aggrieved members of the House of Assembly, who in the last three weeks, have been enmeshed in rancour and leadership tussle. The state chairman of the party, Prince Ugorji Ama … Ebonyi: PDP Declares Speaker's Impeachment Illegal, Asks Him To Resign Ebonyi Assembly impeachment crisis ends |
OSUN 2014: SDP Disowns Omisore Despite Bribe, Says No Pact With PDP … – Osun Defender
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OSUN 2014: SDP Disowns Omisore Despite Bribe, Says No Pact With PDP …
Osun Defender We hereby dissociate ourselves in its entirety from a statement credited to some political parties that our party, Social Democratic Party (SDP) has adopted the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Senator Iyiola Omisore as candidate for the August 9, … Omisore's Bus Gift Tears OAU Students Apart PDP Rebuffs Attempt to Link Omisore with Ige's Murder,Dares APC to Publish … Osun Election: Omisore promises to run pro-people government |
Osun Election: Police, Army intensify security in Osogbo – Premium Times
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Osun Election: Police, Army intensify security in Osogbo
Premium Times The INEC chairman said the security officials would not prevent voters from exercising their franchise. The security agencies, especially the police and the army, have mounted heavy surveillance in form of patrols and searches at check-points in Osogbo … INEC, APC set for collision over taking photograph of ballot papers Don't snap ballot papers, Jega warns voters Osun 2014: Why A Popular Party Withdrew From Osun Election As The … |
Rate of obtaining passport outside, same in Nigeria – NIS – P.M. News
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Rate of obtaining passport outside, same in Nigeria – NIS
P.M. News The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has said that the service was charging same rate for e-passports in and outside the country. Emeka Obua, the Public Relations Officer of the service, told NAN on Thursday in Abuja that there was no hike in fees for … NIS maintains same rate of obtaining passport within, outside Nigeria says Official Ebola news |
Kwara redeems N17 billion bond – The Guardian Nigeria
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Kwara redeems N17 billion bond
The Guardian Nigeria THE Kwara State Government has redeemed the N17 billion bond obtained in the capital market some five years ago. The bond was accessed during the tenure of the immediate Governor of the state, Dr Bukola Saraki “for infrastructural development projects. Kwara to float N23bn bond as states push for infrastructure Kwara repays N17b bond Kwara redeems N17bn bonds |
SERAP Seeks Probe Of Alleged Stealing Of Teachers’ Salaries – CHANNELS
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SERAP Seeks Probe Of Alleged Stealing Of Teachers' Salaries
CHANNELS SERAP-logo2 The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has asked the Minister of Education, Mr Ibrahim Shekarau, to “urgently probe the alleged stealing of teachers' salaries and benefits in several Federal Government colleges across … SERAP asks Education Minister to probe alleged stealing of teachers' salaries … |
How I Slaughter My Victims – Boko Haram Butcher – Daily Times Nigeria
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How I Slaughter My Victims – Boko Haram Butcher
Daily Times Nigeria The man with the outrageous title of Chief Butcher of Boko Haram has boasted that it took him only two minutes to slaughter his five victims. Zakari Mohammed Ardo, who claims to be 30 years old, said yesterday he was the head of a butchering committee … Boko Haram 'Butcher' Recounts Killings-The Nation Police Parade Boko Haram Kingpin in Custody Boko Haram Butcher Says it Only Takes Him 2 Minutes to Slaughter a Man |
Representatives Alleges Bias Against Akwa Ibom – ‘What We Considered in … – The Guardian
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Representatives Alleges Bias Against Akwa Ibom – 'What We Considered in …
The Guardian Abuja — A member of the House of Representatives, Mr. Bassey Dan-Abia Jnr, has picked holes in the selection of 254 beneficiaries of a special scholarship programme aimed at uplifting the educational level of students from the oil-rich Niger Delta region. |
Lagos police nabs man, 31, over lover’s death – P.M. News
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Lagos police nabs man, 31, over lover's death
P.M. News The Lagos State Police Command on Wednesday paraded a 31-year old man over alleged murder of his 39-year old secret lover, a mother of four. Parading the suspect, the Commissioner of Police, Umar Manko, told newsmen in Lagos that the suspect … |
Lagos police nabs man, 31, over lover’s death – P.M. News
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Lagos police nabs man, 31, over lover's death
P.M. News The Lagos State Police Command on Wednesday paraded a 31-year old man over alleged murder of his 39-year old secret lover, a mother of four. Parading the suspect, the Commissioner of Police, Umar Manko, told newsmen in Lagos that the suspect … How Edmark CEO was killed in Lagos |
Kwara to float N23bn bond as states push for infrastructure – BusinessDay
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Kwara to float N23bn bond as states push for infrastructure
BusinessDay The Kwara State government is set to float a N23 billion bond as it pushes for further infrastructure development. Governor Ahmed Abdulfatah said information from the Nigerian capital market indicates that the market is excited and reinvigorated in their … |
Pastor Adeboye leads prayers for Chibok girls, Ebola – DailyPost Nigeria
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Pastor Adeboye leads prayers for Chibok girls, Ebola
DailyPost Nigeria The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, on Tuesday led members of the church to offer prayers for the release of the over 200 Chibok schoolgirls abducted by the Boko Haram sect in April. Daddy G.O also led … |
INEC ready with Ebonyi voters’ cards – The Guardian Nigeria
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INEC ready with Ebonyi voters' cards
The Guardian Nigeria DISTRIBUTION of the Permanent Voters Card (PVC) will hold across Ebonyi State from August 15 to 17, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) said yesterday, warning that anyone who fails to get it would not be allowed to vote in the 2015 … INEC To Distribute PVC In Ondo INEC seeks help to remove dead voters' names |
Confab report ready for debate August 13 – Nigerian Observer
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Confab report ready for debate August 13
Nigerian Observer ABUJA – All things being equal, final report of the National Conference would be made ready for debate by delegates on August 13, 2014. Chairman, Justice Idris Kutigi (rtd), had on July 14, 2014, adjourned plenary until August 4 and subsequently to August … Confab report ready — Kutigi National Conference Report Ready For Debate National Conference Report Ready For Debate On Aug. 13, Says Spokesman |
Confab report ready for debate August 13 – Nigerian Observer
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Confab report ready for debate August 13
Nigerian Observer ABUJA – All things being equal, final report of the National Conference would be made ready for debate by delegates on August 13, 2014. Chairman, Justice Idris Kutigi (rtd), had on July 14, 2014, adjourned plenary until August 4 and subsequently to August … CONFAB Report Ready – – Kutigi National Conference Report Ready For Debate Conference's Final Report for Debate August 13 |
Ikorodu Monarch’s Demise – a Widow Reflects – Vanguard
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Ikorodu Monarch's Demise – a Widow Reflects
Vanguard The death on Saturday August 2 of the paramount ruler of Ikorodu, the Ayangburen, Oba Salaudeen Oyefusi, expectedly threw the entire town into mourning. Also not surprisingly the ancient town has been playing host to several eminent personalities, … Jonathan Mourns Late Ikorodu Ruler |
NIGERIA: George, Ogu: In what was considered a dramat – Codewit World News
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NIGERIA: George, Ogu: In what was considered a dramat
Codewit World News Home · News · Nigeria News; Governor Okorocha Gave The Archbishop A N50 million Cheque That Bounced-Rev. Fr. Ejike Mbaka. NIGERIA: George, Ogunlewe Reconcile to Tackle APC. August 7, 2014; Written by Agency Reporter; Published in Nigeria … Lagos PDP unites for 2015 APC'll lose Lagos in 2015 –LP |
Nasarawa Lawmakers Vow to Proceed with Al-Makura’s Impeachment – Nigerian Bulletin
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Nasarawa Lawmakers Vow to Proceed with Al-Makura's Impeachment
Nigerian Bulletin The Nasarawa state house of assembly says it will still impeach Governor Umaru Al-Makura; PUNCH reported. Speaking during an interview session in Lafia, Chairman of the House Committee on Information and Security, Baba Ibaku, said, "As far as we are … IMPEACHMENT SAGA: Nasarawa Assembly rejects panel's verdict on Al-Makura Nasarawa lawmakers rebuff Jonathan's peace moves Lawmakers Rebuffed Jonathan's Peace Move- Maikatako |
APC’ll lose Lagos in 2015 –LP – The Punch
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APC'll lose Lagos in 2015 –LP
The Punch As you know, the Labour Party in Lagos had not always been well known here in Lagos before the last election in 2011. You know people have the idea of two dominant parties and there is this idea of not wanting to change; not because of ideological … Lagos – Agbaje May Be APC's Agent in PDP – Pearse Next Ondo gov will come from northern district 'Lagos APC has no plan to anoint any candidate' |
I slaughtered victims in 2 minutes —Suspected Boko Haram chief – Nigerian Tribune
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I slaughtered victims in 2 minutes —Suspected Boko Haram chief
Nigerian Tribune A suspected Boko Haram chief butcher, who was arrested last month by the Nigerian Police, has said that it was always taking him two minutes to slaughter his victim. The suspect, who gave his name as Zakari Mohammed hails from Kaigamari village, … Confession of Boko Haram chief butcher I slaughtered only five people – Boko Haram butcher Boko Haram Suspect Explains Sect's Operations |
How beneficiaries of amnesty education programme were selected —Kuku – Nigerian Tribune
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How beneficiaries of amnesty education programme were selected —Kuku
Nigerian Tribune Special Adviser to the President on Niger Delta, Honourable Kingsley Kuku, on Wednesday, cleared air on the generated controversy on the criteria for selection of beneficiaries of the onshore educational programme, under the Presidential Amnesty … |
Ebola virus disease sets off international concern – The Hindu
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Ebola virus disease sets off international concern
The Hindu The current outbreak of Ebola virus disease, which can produce bleeding in sufferers and is capable of killing a large proportion of those who catch it, started in the west African nation of Guinea in December last year. It then spread to neighbouring Liberia … How does Ebola virus spread and can it be stopped? The Ebola virus that saps Liberia's economic recovery Ebola Volunteers: Religious, Selfless, Like 'Grown Up Boy Scouts' |
Military Updating Tactics Against Boko Haram – CHANNELS
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Military Updating Tactics Against Boko Haram
CHANNELS airforce The Nigerian Military says it is updating tactics against the Boko Haram Sect, with the addition of 260 Aerospace Engineers that graduated from the Nigerian Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) in Kaduna State to the Air Force. At the passing out … 100 Dead as Boko Haram Takes Control Over Gwoza Town Nigeria must stop its human rights violations Abducted Chibok Girls: FINALLY! Lagos pastor set for sambisa forest to bring the … |
‘Watch your Comments on 2015’ Minister Warns APC Leaders – Nigerian Bulletin
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'Watch your Comments on 2015' Minister Warns APC Leaders
Nigerian Bulletin Minister of State for Works, Mr Adedayo Adeyeye, on Wednesday warned APC leaders against inflammatory statements that could promote violence in the country. Adeyeye, who gave the warning in a release issued in Ado-Ekiti, described as treasonable the … |
The Task Before IG Abba – P.M. News
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The Task Before IG Abba
P.M. News Nigerians were not excited recently after Mr Suleiman Abba was appointed as the new Inspector-General of the Police, though in acting capacity. He was until his appointment by President Goodluck Jonathan an Assistant Inspector-General of Police. Police, military to team up against terror Nigerian police maintains innocence over bombing Gov poll: Stay away from Osun, IGP warns troublemakers |
Osun 2014: APC is jittery over impending defeat – Police Minister – DailyPost Nigeria
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Osun 2014: APC is jittery over impending defeat – Police Minister
DailyPost Nigeria pdp,apc Minister of Police Affairs, Alhaji Abdul Jelili Adesiyan, has declared that the All Progressives Congress, APC is currently jittery following the massive turn out of people during a mega rally organized by the Peoples Democratic Party in Osogbo at the … APC's Rigging Claims Are Baseless- Adesiyan |
Jonathan Not Running Clannish Government, Okupe Fires Kwankwaso – Daily Times Nigeria
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Jonathan Not Running Clannish Government, Okupe Fires Kwankwaso
Daily Times Nigeria The Presidency has hit at Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso of Kano State for accusing President Goodluck Jonathan of running government based on ethnic sentiment and religious bigotry. Kwankwaso had in an interview with newsmen, weekend, argued … Emirates Suspends Planned Kano Operations Indefinitely |
APC’s Rigging Claims Are Baseless- Adesiyan – Daily Times Nigeria
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APC's Rigging Claims Are Baseless- Adesiyan
Daily Times Nigeria Nigeria's Minister of Police Affairs, Alhaji Abdul Jelili Adesiyan has stated that the massive turn out of people during a mega rally organized by the People Democratic Party in Osogbo at the weekend, has sent jitters into the spines of the leadership of APC in … |
APC’s Rigging Claims Are Baseless- Adesiyan – Daily Times Nigeria
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APC's Rigging Claims Are Baseless- Adesiyan
Daily Times Nigeria Nigeria's Minister of Police Affairs, Alhaji Abdul Jelili Adesiyan has stated that the massive turn out of people during a mega rally organized by the People Democratic Party in Osogbo at the weekend, has sent jitters into the spines of the leadership of APC in … |
SAN’s MURDER: Court Remands Suspected Killer Son – Leadership Newspapers
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SAN's MURDER: Court Remands Suspected Killer Son
Leadership Newspapers An Ogun State Chief Magistrate Court sitting in Owode Egba, has ordered Tolani Ajayi, the suspect accused of murdering his father, late Charles Ajayi, SAN, to be remanded in prison custody. The order was given on Tuesday by Justice Bolaji Ojikutu when the … Murder of SAN – Court Remands Killer-Son in Prison Custody Redeemer's University Student Arraigned for Killing Father Court remands killer undergraduate |
ASSASINATION THREAT: Lawyer Petitions DIG – Leadership Newspapers
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ASSASINATION THREAT: Lawyer Petitions DIG
Leadership Newspapers A legal practitioner based in the Federal Capital Territory, Barr Chinedu Okoli, has petitioned the Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG), Force Criminal Investigation Department, Force CID, over alleged complicity in the threat to assassinate an Abuja- … Police Quiz Ebonyi Nass Member, Two Others Over Alleged Assassination Plot |
“Jonathan will Contest 2015 Presidential Election” Anenih – Bella Naija
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“Jonathan will Contest 2015 Presidential Election” Anenih
Bella Naija Calabar (NAN) ─ The Chairman, PDP Board of Trustees (BOT), Tony Anenih, said on Tuesday in Calabar that President Goodluck Jonathan would contest the presidential election in 2015 on PDP platform. Anenih said this while addressing party faithful at … Nigeria's Jonathan to run for second term-Official South East Group Tells Jonathan To Declare For 2015 Jonathan will contest 2015 election, say Anenih, Dankwanbo |
APC Is the Political Wing of Boko Haram- – Fani-Kayode – Vanguard
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APC Is the Political Wing of Boko Haram- – Fani-Kayode
Vanguard Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode has hit out at the All Progressive Congress, APC, advising Nigerians to reject the party. In his tweet, Wednesday morning, he linked the APC with the Boko Haram insurgents. Read tweet below. APC members are Boko Haramites and barbarians – Fani-Kayode |
APC Is the Political Wing of Boko Haram- – Fani-Kayode – Vanguard
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APC Is the Political Wing of Boko Haram- – Fani-Kayode
Vanguard Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode has hit out at the All Progressive Congress, APC, advising Nigerians to reject the party. In his tweet, Wednesday morning, he linked the APC with the Boko Haram insurgents. Read tweet below. |
Nigeria Labour Congress Suspends Strike In Benue – CHANNELS
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Nigeria Labour Congress Suspends Strike In Benue
CHANNELS nlc The Benue State Council of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has suspended its industrial action embarked by works in the state over deductions in their monthly salaries, in order to pave way for discussions between the government and Labour. Suswam allays fear of Ebola outbreak in Benue Benue workers suspend strike |
Jonathan Mourns Ayangburen, Condoles Family – AllAfrica.com
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Jonathan Mourns Ayangburen, Condoles Family
AllAfrica.com Lagos — President Goodluck Jonathan on Tuesday condoled with Lagos State Governor, Babatunde Fashola, and the entire people of the state over the death of the paramount ruler of Ikorodu, Oba Salaudeen Oyefusi. Jonathan, in a statement by his Special … |
Aba NBA Issues Abia State Govt Ultimatum to Reinstate Chief Judge – Nigerian Bulletin
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Aba NBA Issues Abia State Govt Ultimatum to Reinstate Chief Judge
Nigerian Bulletin The Aba branch of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has given a 14- day ultimatum Abia government to reinstate the Chief Judge, Justice Nnenna Oti, or incur NBA's wrath. The branch Chairman of NBA, Mr Chidozie Ogunji, announced the ultimatum at … NBA Asks Abia Governor to Reject Call to Sack Chief Judge NBA Rejects Calls For Dismissal Of Abia State Chief Judge |
Pastor drowns in Kwara – Daily Sun
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Pastor drowns in Kwara
Daily Sun An early morning downpour that lasted for about seven hours yesterday claimed the life of a pastor in Ilorin, Kwara State capital. Daily Sun gathered that the pastor, whose name could not be ascertained before press time, was trying to create water channel for … |
Pastor drowns in Kwara – Daily Sun
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Pastor drowns in Kwara
Daily Sun An early morning downpour that lasted for about seven hours yesterday claimed the life of a pastor in Ilorin, Kwara State capital. Daily Sun gathered that the pastor, whose name could not be ascertained before press time, was trying to create water channel for … Ilorin Pastor Drowns in Flood Water After Heavy Downpour Cleric washed away by flood in Ilorin |
Redeemer’s University Student Arraigned for Killing Father – Bella Naija
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Redeemer's University Student Arraigned for Killing Father
Bella Naija Tolani Ajayi, the 21 year old student from Redeemer's University, Ogun state, who murdered his father, has been arraigned before a Chief Magistrate's Court in Owode Egba, Obafemi Owode Local Government Area. He was arraigned on one count murder. |
Nigeria appoints delegation for 2014 pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia – StarAfrica.com
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Nigeria appoints delegation for 2014 pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia
StarAfrica.com President Goodluck Jonathan has approved the appointment of Alhaji Muhammad Sa'ad Abubakar, the Sultan of Sokoto, as National Amirul Hajj and leader of the Government's delegation for the 2014 pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia (Hajj).The President also … Sultan Bemoans Activities of Suicide Bombers, Seeks Military Ties with Pakistan 2014 Hajj: Jonathan names Sultan as leader of FG delegation Sultan urges FG to probe Zaria killings |
Osun: Poll predicts 65% victory for Aregbesola – BusinessDay
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Osun: Poll predicts 65% victory for Aregbesola
BusinessDay Incumbent Osun State governor, Rauf Aregbesola, is predicted to be returned by as much as 65 per cent of vote counts in Saturday's gubernatorial election in the state, a poll on voter preference conducted by Upward BAO Consulting, a management … As Osun goes to 'war' APC vows to set up parallel govt if 2015 poll is rigged Oyinlola's defection will not affect PDP's victory in Osun, says Olaoluwa |
N50m dud cheque: Okorocha replies Fr Mbaka – Daily Sun
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N50m dud cheque: Okorocha replies Fr Mbaka
Daily Sun The Imo State Government has denied ever giving a dud cheque of N50 million to the Catholic Archbishop of Owerri, Most Revd. Anthony Obinna, describing the allegation by a popular priest, Fr. Ejike Mbaka, as a calculated attempt to blackmail Governor … Governor Okorocha accused of issuing bounced N50m cheque to Catholic Church An Unholy Blackmail – Did Fr Mbaka Lie About Okorocha's Dud Cheque? Okorocha Issued N50m Dud Cheque to Catholic Church, Says Priest |
NBA gives Abia govt 14 days ultimatum to reinstate sacked CJ – Daily Sun
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NBA gives Abia govt 14 days ultimatum to reinstate sacked CJ
Daily Sun Piqued by the purported removal of the Abia State Chief Judge, Justice Nnenna Oti, by the state government on the recommendation of the state House of Assembly, the Aba branch of Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), has given the Abia government a 14-day … |
General overseer, soldier paraded for kidnapping – Daily Sun
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General overseer, soldier paraded for kidnapping
Daily Sun In line with its policy of demolishing houses of kidnap suspects and those used for kidnapping, Anambra State Government yesterday demolished a church building and four other buildings in Awkuzu in Oyi Local Government Area of the State, belonging to … Anambra demolishes four houses belonging to kidnappers, Police parades … Anambra Govt Demolishes Unchangeable God Ministries, 3 Other Buildings for … |
Wealth creation policy our success story in Ondo —Mimiko – Nigerian Tribune
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Wealth creation policy our success story in Ondo —Mimiko
Nigerian Tribune ONDO State governor, Dr Olusegun Mimiko, has identified the need to seek the widest spread of material well-being, by engaging in policies that facilitate wealth creation, as the driving idea behind the success of his government. Governor Mimiko said this on … Mimiko attributes success to wealth creation policy Mimiko ties success to wealth creation policy |
New Oyo HoS resumes office – Nigerian Tribune
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New Oyo HoS resumes office
Nigerian Tribune NEW acting Head of Service of Oyo State, Mr Williams Adesoji Eniade, whose appointment was recently approved by the state governor, Senator Abiola Ajimobi, has resumed duties. Before his new appointment, Eniade was the Permanent Secretary in the … Ajimobi appoints Eniade as new Head of Service Why I dumped Ajimobi, APC –Senator Adeseun |
Church, 3 buildings linked with kidnapping demolished – P.M. News
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Church, 3 buildings linked with kidnapping demolished
P.M. News Governor Willie Obiano of Anambra has revoked the Certificates of Occupancy of four buildings, including a church in Awkuzu, Oyi Local Government Area, due to their links to kidnappers. The buildings have subsequently been demolished. The demolition … |
NBBF congratulates FIBA Africa, Khaleh, Ahmedu – The Guardian Nigeria
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NBBF congratulates FIBA Africa, Khaleh, Ahmedu
The Guardian Nigeria THE Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) has described the just concluded 16th congress of FIBA Africa, which produced a new Executive Committee and Central Board as a huge success. The congress, which took place in Antananarivo, Madagascar … Nigeria Basketball Federation congratulates Ahmedu and Khaleh on FIBA … |
Osun Mega Rally: How Aregbesola Publicly Foiled PDP Rigging Plans Using … – Osun Defender
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Osun Mega Rally: How Aregbesola Publicly Foiled PDP Rigging Plans Using …
Osun Defender Osun State Governor, Ogbeni Rauf Adesoji Aregbesola exposed PDP plan to use ballot paper to rig the Osun Governorship election. Aregbesola explained how there are two thin wires in the Ballot paper that will be used on 9th of August 2014 Gurbernatorial … Osun Election: APC Dismisses PDP's Allegation Of Imported Voters Ekiti State Election, An Eye Opener – APC Chieftain Osun Agog For APC Mega Rally |
FRSC to Deploys I,550 Officers to Osun – Vanguard
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FRSC to Deploys I,550 Officers to Osun
Vanguard The Sector Commander, Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) in Osun, Mr Muhmmad Husaini, says the commission will deploy 1,550 officers during the Aug. 9 governorship election in the state. Husaini made the disclosure in an interview in Osogbo on … |
Delta 2015 – the Unfolding Smear Campaign – Vanguard
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Delta 2015 – the Unfolding Smear Campaign
Vanguard THE recent publication of a cartoon advert entitled "Delta 2015, Governorship Race" (Vanguard newspaper July 22,2014, page 61), to all intent and purpose is the onset of a series of smear campaign directed at assassination of the character of key political … |
Nigerian NGOs Get N56M US Grants – Daily Times Nigeria
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Nigerian NGOs Get N56M US Grants
Daily Times Nigeria Forty six Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) have received the sum of $352, 696 (N56.7 million) as 2014 Ambassador's small grants from the United States of America Mission in Nigeria. The grants, according to the US Charge d'Affaires, Mrs. Maria E. US Awards US$352.7 Million to 46 NGOs in Nigeria 46 NGOs get $352696 US grant 46 Nigeria's NGOs get $352696 US grants |
Nigerian NGOs Get N56M US Grants – Daily Times Nigeria
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Nigerian NGOs Get N56M US Grants
Daily Times Nigeria Forty six Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) have received the sum of $352, 696 (N56.7 million) as 2014 Ambassador's small grants from the United States of America Mission in Nigeria. The grants, according to the US Charge d'Affaires, Mrs. Maria E. US Awards US$352.7 Million to 46 NGOs in Nigeria 46 NGOs get $352696 US grant 46 Nigeria's NGOs get $352696 US grants |
No Ban On Use Of Hijab; Says Abba – Daily Times Nigeria
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No Ban On Use Of Hijab; Says Abba
Daily Times Nigeria On Monday, the Nigeria Police Force said that, the acting Inspector-General of Police Suleiman Abba has not banned the use of hijab by Muslim women in the country, contrary to rumours making the rounds. Spokesman for the police Frank Mba said in a … NBA says banning Hijab is unconstitutional |
NYSC posting: Ijaw youths kick against posting corpers to North – DailyPost Nigeria
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NYSC posting: Ijaw youths kick against posting corpers to North
DailyPost Nigeria corps member The Ijaw youths, under the umbrella of Ijaw Youth Council Worldwide, have kicked against the posting of corps members of ijaw origin to the northern part of Nigeria for the 2014/2015 one-year mandatory national service in the midst of … NYSC – Posting of Ijaw to North Needless – IYC |
NYSC posting: Ijaw youths kick against posting corpers to North – DailyPost Nigeria
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NYSC posting: Ijaw youths kick against posting corpers to North
DailyPost Nigeria corps member The Ijaw youths, under the umbrella of Ijaw Youth Council Worldwide, have kicked against the posting of corps members of ijaw origin to the northern part of Nigeria for the 2014/2015 one-year mandatory national service in the midst of … |
Sympathisers Throng Ayangburen’s Palace to Pay Condolence – Vanguard
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Sympathisers Throng Ayangburen's Palace to Pay Condolence
Vanguard LAGOS–SYMPATHISERS including some eminent indigenes of Ikorodu, yesterday besieged the palace of the paramount ruler of Ikorodu, the Ayangburen, Oba Salaudeen Oyefusi (Oguntade II), to pay their condolences. The Oba died in London on Saturday … Kalu, senator commiserate with Ikorodu people Dabiri-Erewa, Obanikoro Mourn Ikorodu Monarch Remains of Ikorodu traditional ruler arrive in Lagos |
Impeachments – Doomsday Conspiracy? – Vanguard
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Impeachments – Doomsday Conspiracy?
Vanguard IT was Hamumurabi of Babylon who instituted a code of behavioural laws and this covered a range of areas of human conduct. The rules state that if a house collapses and kills the owner, the builder will be put to death. If the house kills the owner's son, the … |
2014 Hajj: Jonathan names Sultan as leader of FG delegation – DailyPost Nigeria
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2014 Hajj: Jonathan names Sultan as leader of FG delegation
DailyPost Nigeria Alhaji Muhammad Sa'ad Abubakar, the Sultan of Sokoto was named National Amirul Hajj and leader of the Federal Government's delegation. The announcement was made in statement on Monday, signed by Sam Nwaobasi, special assistant (media) to the … Sultan of Sokoto Heads FG Delegation to 2014 Hajj Sultan urges FG to probe Zaria killings Jonathan names Sultan of Sokoto 2014 Amirul Hajj |
Akinwusi campaign team receives monarch’s blessing – The Guardian Nigeria
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Akinwusi campaign team receives monarch's blessing
The Guardian Nigeria THE campaign train of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) candidate in next Saturday's Osun governorship election, Mr. Olusegun Akinwusi, has berthed at the palace of the Ogunsua of Modakeke, Oba Francis Adedoyin, with the monarch giving his royal … Osun 2014: Ogunsua of Modakeke Prays for SDP's Success |
EFCC probes alleged corruption in judiciary – Daily Sun
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EFCC probes alleged corruption in judiciary
Daily Sun The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is investigating alleged cases of corruption in the judiciary. The EFCC Chairman, Mallam Ibrahim Lamorde, revealed this yesterday in Kano during a workshop on “Reporting Economic and Financial … EFCC convicts 117 financial criminals in 2013, seeks media help EFCC Trains Journalists In Kano EFCC seeks Nigerians' support in anti-corruption campaign |
Judicial activities resume as JUSUN suspends strike •We’ll not hesitate to … – Nigerian Tribune
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Judicial activities resume as JUSUN suspends strike •We'll not hesitate to …
Nigerian Tribune Judicial activities resumed in courts in Iseyin Local Government Area of Oyo State, on Monday, after the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) suspended its industrial action. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) recalled that JUSUN had on July 21, ordered … Nigeria's judicial workers suspend three-week strike Judiciary Workers' Strike Paralyses Court Activities Across Nigeria Courts to Resume Monday As Judiciary Workers Suspend Strike |
Benue strike: Still no silver lining – Nigerian Tribune
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Benue strike: Still no silver lining
Nigerian Tribune Indeed, these are not the best of times for Benue State with one strike action after the other. JOHNSON BABAJIDE reports the issues involved in the strike action by the state's civil servants barely a month after the state's primary school teachers ended an … |
Benue strike: Still no silver lining – Nigerian Tribune
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Benue strike: Still no silver lining
Nigerian Tribune Indeed, these are not the best of times for Benue State with one strike action after the other. JOHNSON BABAJIDE reports the issues involved in the strike action by the state's civil servants barely a month after the state's primary school teachers ended an … |
Amosun’s critics not objective —Olaniyonu – Nigerian Tribune
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Amosun's critics not objective —Olaniyonu
Nigerian Tribune The Ogun State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Alhaji YusuphOlaniyonu, in this interview with OLAYINKA OLUKOYA, speaks on various policies and programmes of Governor Ibikunle Amosun and why the governor deserves another term to … Ogun – Our Stomach Infrastructure and Their Elitist Infrastructure – – Daniel Re-elect my husband, Amosun's wife urges voters |
‘Boko Haram Plan To Attack South East’ – Daily Times Nigeria
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'Boko Haram Plan To Attack South East'
Daily Times Nigeria South East leaders have alerted the federal government and all stakeholders of possible attacks by Boko Haram in the region. Deputy Secretary of the Igbo Leaders of Thought, Elliot Uko, state that the fact that a long trailer laden with bombs and IED's … Boko Haram is Desperate to Bomb South-East Nigeria WARNING!!! Threat Messages from Dreaded Boko Haram Sect to Attack A'Ibom Tension in Akwa Ibom as Boko Haram threatens to attack UNIUYO |