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Conflicting interests, bane of power sector reforms
Nigerian Tribune THE recent resignation of Professor Bartholomew Nnaji as Minister of Power in President Goodluck Jonathan's administration continues to excite public reactions and this is understandable. It is obvious that a man who had been at the centre of resolving … A bright spark is extinguished FG to appoint new power, defence ministers in two weeks Jonathan raises panels on steady power supply |
Minister summons UK visa agent over poor treatment of applicants – CHANNELS
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Minister summons UK visa agent over poor treatment of applicants
CHANNELS The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Olugbenga Ashiru, on Thursday summoned the management of VFS Global, an Indian-owned visa service company, over the poor treatment meted on applicants. According to a statement by the spokesperson of the ministry of … Ashiru Summons Visa Firm over Maltreatment of Applicants Nigeria, Brazil, China Listed as Priority Nations for US Visa Applications FG queries visa firm over poor services |
Okonjo-Iweala not interested in World Trade Organisation job – CHANNELS
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Okonjo-Iweala not interested in World Trade Organisation job
CHANNELS The Coordinating Minister of the Economy and Minister of Finance, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala on Thursday said she is not interested in replacing Pascal Lamy as head of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) when the Frenchman steps down in a year's time. Okonjo-Iweala, Others to Attend CIBN Conference Nigeria's Okonjo-Iweala doesn't want WTO job – ministry 'Okonjo-Iweala not interested in WTO's job' |
Telecoms towers attacked in different parts of northern Nigeria months after … – Washington Post
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Telecoms towers attacked in different parts of northern Nigeria months after …
Washington Post MAIDUGURI, Nigeria — An association of mobile phone companies says at least 24 towers have been attacked across Nigeria's north, likely causing damage worth millions of dollars. Gbenga Adebayo, chairman of the Association of Licensed Telecommunications … |
Paris Court Finds Safron Guilty Of Bribery – Defenseworld.net
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Paris Court Finds Safron Guilty Of Bribery
Defenseworld.net French firm, Safran, has been fined 500000 euros by the Paris Criminal Court after being found guilty for bribing public officials in Nigeria to secure the 171 million euro contract to print some 70 million identity cards between 2000 and 2003. Safran fined in Nigerian bribery case French court fines Safran for Nigerian bribes Safran to pay €500000 fine for bribing Nigerians |
In Italy, the World Celebrates Mimiko Today – AllAfrica.com
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In Italy, the World Celebrates Mimiko Today
AllAfrica.com By Kayode Akinmade, 6 September 2012 Kayode Akinmade commends the Ondo State Governor, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko, as he is honoured today by the United Nations in Naples, Italy The Ondo State Governor, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko will be decorated today in Naples, … AKOKO SOUTH WEST ACN SWEEP POVERTY, LACK OF WATER AND UNEMPLOYMENT OUT! Ahead Ondo gov election… Ondo spends N7.5b on Agagu road projects |
Fire guts Ibadan market, destroys property worth millions – CHANNELS
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Fire guts Ibadan market, destroys property worth millions
CHANNELS Traders at Labaowo Market, Ogunpa, in Ibadan North West Local Government of Oyo State were on Wednesday thrown into confusion when a section of the market was razed by fire. The market went up in flames at around 10am as an inflammable product … Fire guts market, Assembly complex in Ibadan Millions gone as fire razes Ibadan market Fire destroys properties worth millions of naira in Ibadan market |
Suswam to Resolve Commissioner, Assembly Feud – THISDAY Live
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Suswam to Resolve Commissioner, Assembly Feud
THISDAY Live By George Okoh The Governor of Benue State, Dr. Gabriel Suswam, Wednesday disclosed that he would resolve the misunderstanding between his Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Mr. Conrad Wergba, and the state House of Assembly. Lawmakers can't force me to sack commissioner, says Suswam Suswam to resolve Wergba, Assembly feud |
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Suswam to Resolve Commissioner, Assembly Feud
THISDAY Live By George Okoh The Governor of Benue State, Dr. Gabriel Suswam, Wednesday disclosed that he would resolve the misunderstanding between his Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Mr. Conrad Wergba, and the state House of Assembly. Lawmakers can't force me to sack commissioner, says Suswam Suswam to resolve Wergba, Assembly feud |
Primary, Junior Secondary Schools Get New Curriculum – AllAfrica.com
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Primary, Junior Secondary Schools Get New Curriculum
AllAfrica.com By Dayo Adesulu, 6 September 2012 A New 9 year basic education curriculum (BEC) which has only ten subject listings instead of the one presently being used at the basic education level which has 20 subject listings, is to be used for teaching and … We've Streamlined Subjects In The New School Curriculum – Obioma New curriculum, old practices County educators train for 9/11 curriculum |
‘Systems defect liable for corruption’ – The Nation Newspaper
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'Systems defect liable for corruption'
The Nation Newspaper The Federal Government has identified defects in the system as being responsible for corruption in the country. Speaking at a sensitization workshop for stakeholders on the adoption of a roadmap for the International Public Sector Accounting … FG plans uniform accounting standards for public sector AGF charges Nigerian accountants to shun bribery FG tasks public sector accountants on IPSAS, IFRS adoption |
Obasanjo urges Fed Govt to celebrate heroes – The Nation Newspaper
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Obasanjo urges Fed Govt to celebrate heroes
The Nation Newspaper By Bisi Oladele 12 hours 7 minutes ago From former President Olusegun Obasanjo came yesterday a piece of advice to the Federal Government: celebrate citizens with outstanding achievements during their lifetime. Their records of achievements should also … Don't make Nigeria a country where anything goes – Obasanjo Obasanjo Seeks Biographies On Eminent Nigerians |
Ola Vincent, 1925-2012: All-round Achiever – Leadership Newspapers
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Ola Vincent, 1925-2012: All-round Achiever
Leadership Newspapers His journey through life was the sort that thespians crave to recreate. But like a great actor, iconic economist, statesman, boardroom guru and former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Mr. Olatunde Olabode Vincent has left the world stage. Vincent's death, great loss to Nigeria —Ajimobi Ola Vincent (1925-2012) |
Lawmakers can’t force me to sack commissioner, says Suswam – The Guardian Nigeria
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Lawmakers can't force me to sack commissioner, says Suswam
The Guardian Nigeria GOVERNOR Gabriel Suswam of Benue State said he is the only person that has the mandate to hire and fire a commissioner, according to the law of the state. He stressed that the recent resolution by the state assembly directing him to sack the … Suswam to resolve Wergba, Assembly feud |
Firm denies govt’s take-over of Lagos-Ibadan road project – The Guardian Nigeria
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Firm denies govt's take-over of Lagos-Ibadan road project
The Guardian Nigeria BI-COURTNEY Nigeria Limited has denied media report that the Federal Government has terminated the contract with the firm for the rehabilitation of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. “The story is untrue. We are currently engaged in talks with the Federal … Minister assures of work on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway FG vows to reconstruct Lagos-Ibadan expressway by all means •Contract still … |
Osun projects .4 billion for urban renewal scheme – The Guardian Nigeria
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Osun projects .4 billion for urban renewal scheme
The Guardian Nigeria OSUN State government has projected an expenditure profile of $1.4 billion (N221.2 billion) for its urban renewal scheme, which would involve re-planning and rebuilding of houses in the major towns. Already, the state has been commended for the strides … Aregbesola calls for massive production to tackle unemployment Expansion of Nigeria's production base; panacea to security challenges … First Bank partners Osun to boost development |
Osun projects .4 billion for urban renewal scheme – The Guardian Nigeria
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Osun projects .4 billion for urban renewal scheme
The Guardian Nigeria OSUN State government has projected an expenditure profile of $1.4 billion (N221.2 billion) for its urban renewal scheme, which would involve re-planning and rebuilding of houses in the major towns. Already, the state has been commended for the strides … Aregbesola calls for massive production to tackle unemployment Expansion of Nigeria's production base; panacea to security challenges … First Bank partners Osun to boost development |
Osun projects .4 billion for urban renewal scheme – The Guardian Nigeria
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Osun projects .4 billion for urban renewal scheme
The Guardian Nigeria OSUN State government has projected an expenditure profile of $1.4 billion (N221.2 billion) for its urban renewal scheme, which would involve re-planning and rebuilding of houses in the major towns. Already, the state has been commended for the strides … Aregbesola calls for massive production to tackle unemployment Expansion of Nigeria's production base; panacea to security challenges … First Bank partners Osun to boost development |
Osun projects .4 billion for urban renewal scheme – The Guardian Nigeria
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Osun projects .4 billion for urban renewal scheme
The Guardian Nigeria OSUN State government has projected an expenditure profile of $1.4 billion (N221.2 billion) for its urban renewal scheme, which would involve re-planning and rebuilding of houses in the major towns. Already, the state has been commended for the strides … Aregbesola calls for massive production to tackle unemployment Expansion of Nigeria's production base; panacea to security challenges … First Bank partners Osun to boost development |
Osun projects .4 billion for urban renewal scheme – The Guardian Nigeria
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Osun projects .4 billion for urban renewal scheme
The Guardian Nigeria OSUN State government has projected an expenditure profile of $1.4 billion (N221.2 billion) for its urban renewal scheme, which would involve re-planning and rebuilding of houses in the major towns. Already, the state has been commended for the strides … Nigeria, Others Tasked on Urbanisation Policies UN stresses positives of urban growth with new tool to track city prosperity Designing the future |
IG of Police reads riot act to fraudsters in capital market – CHANNELS
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IG of Police reads riot act to fraudsters in capital market
CHANNELS The Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Abubakar, on Wednesday vowed to rid the Nigerian capital market of fraudsters saying the options open to fraudulent market operators is to either stop criminal activities or face the full wrath of the law. IG Deploys 15 Policemen To New Unit At SEC Headquarters |
French court fines Safran for bribing Nigerian officials – BusinessDay
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French court fines Safran for bribing Nigerian officials
BusinessDay French aeronautics and defence group Safran was fined 500000 euros ($630000) on Wednesday by a Paris court for bribing public officials in Nigeria to win a contract in 2000/03. Investigating magistrates found that the bribes had helped Safran win a 170 … |
Company: Nigerian navy retakes hijacked oil tanker; 23 Indian sailors unhurt – Washington Post
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Company: Nigerian navy retakes hijacked oil tanker; 23 Indian sailors unhurt
Washington Post LAGOS, Nigeria — Company: Nigerian navy retakes hijacked oil tanker; 23 Indian sailors unhurt. Copyright 2012 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Pirates Seize Oil Tanker, Kidnap Crew Off Nigeria Pirates hijack ship with 23 Indian sailors aboard near Nigeria Pirates hijack ship with 22 Indian sailors aboard near Nigeria |
Prepare for Low Key Independence Day Celebration – FG – Information Nigeria
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Prepare for Low Key Independence Day Celebration – FG
Information Nigeria For those Nigerians who like to throw gigs at the slightest opportunity, and who might have been making big plans for the forthcoming independence day, well as for the Federal Government, the nation's 52nd independence day anniversary celebration will … Insecurity: FG plans low-key Independence Day celebration Govt declares low-key 52nd Independence celebration FG opts for low-key celebration of 52nd independence anniversary |
ACN wants Amaechi to stop incessant overseas trips – BusinessDay
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ACN wants Amaechi to stop incessant overseas trips
BusinessDay Once again, the main opposition party in Rivers State, the Action Congress of Nigerian (ACN), has demanded for a stop on what it calls Governor Chibuike Amaechi's “incurable” foreign tours, saying he had travelled for more than 200 times since becoming … Oil well movement: Amaechi warns surveyors against compromise Amaechi seeks equity in boundary adjustments Amaechi: Oil Wells Fuel Boundary Disputes in South-south |
Ondo election: Mimiko urges electorate to protect their votes – WorldStage
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Ondo election: Mimiko urges electorate to protect their votes
WorldStage By Staff Reporter WorldStage Newsonline– Ondo State Governor, Dr Olusegun Mimiko on Wednesday urged the electorate Governor Mimiko in the State to be vigilant by protecting their vote on Election Day from being hijacked by political thugs from the … Ondo people won't vote political neophyte -Mimiko •Akintelure emerges ACN dep … Ondo spends N7.5b on Agagu road projects I've performed, says Mimiko at campaign rally |
Ondo election: Mimiko urges electorate to protect their votes – WorldStage
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Ondo election: Mimiko urges electorate to protect their votes
WorldStage By Staff Reporter WorldStage Newsonline– Ondo State Governor, Dr Olusegun Mimiko on Wednesday urged the electorate Governor Mimiko in the State to be vigilant by protecting their vote on Election Day from being hijacked by political thugs from the … Ondo people won't vote political neophyte -Mimiko •Akintelure emerges ACN dep … Ondo spends N7.5b on Agagu road projects I've performed, says Mimiko at campaign rally |
Gunmen Kill Ekiti Varsity Don, LG Scribe in Maiduguri – AllAfrica.com
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Gunmen Kill Ekiti Varsity Don, LG Scribe in Maiduguri
AllAfrica.com By Yahaya Ibrahim And Doyin Adebusuyi, 5 September 2012 Ado-Ekiti/Maiduguri — A local government secretary in Borno State and a university lecturer were on Monday night shot dead by some gunmen who stormed the home of the secretary near NNPC depot in … University of Ado-Ekiti's lecturer killed in Maiduguri Boko Haram kills Ekiti Varsity lecturer Ekiti Varsity Mourns Slain Lecturer |
Bomb Scare in Delta Govt House – AllAfrica.com
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Bomb Scare in Delta Govt House
AllAfrica.com By Monday Osayande, 5 September 2012 Asaba — There was bomb scare at Delta Sate Government House in Asaba yesterday following discovery of a device alleged to be an explosive at the entrance to office of Head of Service, a situation that made scores of … Asaba bomb scare: Uduaaghan says no cause for alarm Bomb scare in Delta Cabinet Office Complex, Asaba Police Defuse Bomb In Delta |
Osun Former head of service denies involvement in N18.38bn loan – Osun Defender
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Osun Former head of service denies involvement in N18.38bn loan
Osun Defender Mr Segun Akinwusi, the former Head of Service in Osun, has denied involvement in the procurement of N18.38 billion loan by the state government in 2010.The loan was obtained during the administration of Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola, Akinwusi made the … Osun House backs Oyinlola on N18.3b loan, says witness I didn't support Oyinlola's N18.3b loan, says ex-HOS |
NLC threatens to demand wage increase over proposed N5000 note – BusinessDay
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NLC threatens to demand wage increase over proposed N5000 note
BusinessDay Nigeria's labour union,say they would demand for wage increaseif the federal government insists on introducing the 5000 denomination note into the nation's currency. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC)'s president President of the congress, … N5000: NLC threatens to demand wage increase NLC president attributes corruption to manipulation of judiciary Judiciary not doing enough on graft, says NLC |
You can’t win in Offa: ACN tells PDP – Osun Defender
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You can't win in Offa: ACN tells PDP
Osun Defender ACTION Congress of Nigeria has told the Peoples Democratic Party that it cannot regain political control of Offa Local Government, Kwara State. In a statement on Tuesday by its National Publicity Secretary, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, the ACN urged its … Forget Offa Council, ACN advises PDP PDP, ACN feud over alleged threat to peace in Kwara ACN Tasks Kogi PDP on Accountability |
Newswatch founders lament Nigeria’s slow growth, vow to tackle Jimoh Ibrahim – CHANNELS
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Newswatch founders lament Nigeria's slow growth, vow to tackle Jimoh Ibrahim
CHANNELS Despite over 50 years of Nigeria's independence, some veteran journalists believe that the country's development has experienced a rather sluggish growth. Four former editors of one of the nation's notable magazines, Newswatch, put their thoughts … Poor Leadership, Bane of Our Development – Eminent Nigerians |
Nigeria: Jonathan mourns late former governor of Central Bank of Nigeria – Afrique en Ligue
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Nigeria: Jonathan mourns late former governor of Central Bank of Nigeria
Afrique en Ligue Abuja, Nigeria – Nigeria's President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan on Tuesday extended condolences to the family of Mr. Ola Vincent, the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, who passed away on Monday. 'The President joins members of the Vincent … Jonathan, Mark, Fashola mourn Ola Vincent Jonathan, others mourn Ola Vincent •Ex-CBN gov for burial Friday Ola Vincent was a banker per excellence – Mark |
Police arrest suspect with slain Cynthia Osokogu’s phone – The Guardian Nigeria
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Police arrest suspect with slain Cynthia Osokogu's phone
The Guardian Nigeria ANOTHER suspect was yesterday arrested by Lagos State Police command over the death of Cynthia Osokogu as he was in possession of the late Cynthia's Blackberry Bold 5 (99100Model) telephone. Lagos State Police Commissioner, Alhaji Umar Manko told The … How A Married Man I Met On BB Almost Killed Me With Sex and Drugged Drinks Police Recover Cynthia, Other Victims' Nude Pictures Cynthia's murder Nigeria: More suspects arrested |
Govt plans to raise funds for indigenous oil firms – The Guardian Nigeria
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Govt plans to raise funds for indigenous oil firms
The Guardian Nigeria PRESIDENT Goodluck Jonathan has directed the ministries of Petroleum Resources and Finance to set up an inter-ministerial committee to fashion out modalities for the raising of funds for indigenous oil companies to strategise them for expanded … Ngige, Etiaba, Soludo hail discovery of petroleum in Anambra •Anambra'll be … State Police and Scare Mongers (2) |
Ondo people won’t vote political neophyte -Mimiko •Akintelure emerges ACN dep … – Nigerian Tribune
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Ondo people won't vote political neophyte -Mimiko •Akintelure emerges ACN dep …
Nigerian Tribune ONDO State governor, Dr Olusegun Mimiko, on Tuesday, said the people of the state are sophisticated and would only cast their vote for a performer, not political neophyte. The governor also disclosed that his administration had expended over N7.5 … Ondo spends N7.5b on Agagu road projects I've performed, says Mimiko at campaign rally Ondo election: Mimiko sure of victory, expends N7.5b on Agagu road projects |
Ogun govt denies accessing N100bn bond – Nigerian Tribune
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Ogun govt denies accessing N100bn bond
Nigerian Tribune THE Senator Ibikunle Amosun-led administration in Ogun State has denied reports published in some national dailies (not Tribune) that it has sent an executive bill to the state House of Assembly to secure N100 billion bond from the capital market. Ogun to partner Japan on automobile assembly Ogun Seeks Partnership With Japan On Industrialisation |
Tribunal begins sitting on Airhiavbere’s petition challenging Oshiomhole’s victory – Nigerian Tribune
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Tribunal begins sitting on Airhiavbere's petition challenging Oshiomhole's victory
Nigerian Tribune EDO State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, on Tuesday, said it would not succumb to intimidation as it commenced sitting on the petition by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in the July 14, 2012 governorship election, Major-General … Edo gov polls tribunal begins sitting, pledges fairness Edo Election Tribunal Begins Sitting as PDP Withdraws Petition Tribunal strikes off PDP from petition against Oshiomhole |
Ogun denies plans to borrow N100bn – The Punch
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Ogun denies plans to borrow N100bn
The Punch Ogun State Government has denied claims it was planning to raise N100bn bond from the capital market. Reacting to the rumour that the state government had sought the approval of the House of Assembly to raise the bond, Commissioner for Finance, … |
Abia to build roads after rains – The Nation Newspaper
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Abia to build roads after rains
The Nation Newspaper By Joseph Jibueze 4 minutes ago Abia State Governor Theordore Orji yesterday said road projects in Aba would continue after the rainy season. Orji praised the Federal Government for its willingness to repair dilapidated federal roads in Aba and other … Gov Orji to demolish 1800 homes on sewer lanes in Aba Abia @ 21: Still a distance to walk Abia targets N2bn monthly IGR |
Yobe flood: A season of lamentation – Nigerian Tribune
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Yobe flood: A season of lamentation
Nigerian Tribune Yobe has seen much of conflicts and pestilence in the face of breakdown of peace and security. Even nature appears not to spare the state as a flood disaster, which has killed many, with a huge number rendered homeless, continues to compound the woes … Damaturu remains calm after morning explosion |
Damaturu remains calm after morning explosion – CHANNELS
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Damaturu remains calm after morning explosion
CHANNELS Normalcy have been restored in Damaturu, the Yobe State capital after an early morning bomb attacks targeting police officers who were on their way to the command headquarters for the day's routine work. As at the time of filing in this report, … |
Lagos Traffic Law: Okada Riders Vow Resistance – P.M. News
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Lagos Traffic Law: Okada Riders Vow Resistance
P.M. News Commercial motorcycle operators, also called Okada riders, in Lagos State, Southwest Nigeria have vowed to resist the new traffic law banning them from operating on major roads in the metropolis. The okada riders have gone to court to seek an … NURTW supports Lagos Traffic Law Lagos new traffic law will check touting, arms spread, says Fashola NURTW finally backs Lagos on road traffic law |
Ajimobi To Reshuffle Cabinet – P.M. News
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Ajimobi To Reshuffle Cabinet
P.M. News Governor Abiola Ajimobi of Oyo State, Southwest Nigeria, on Monday confirmed his plan to reshuffle his cabinet. Ajimobi made the confirmation to newsmen in Ibadan after inspecting some ongoing projects in the city. He said there was nothing new or … Oyo ALGON absolves Ajimobi of illegal deductions Ajimobi to reshuffle cabinet •Pencils in 5 commissioners for sack ACN defends Ajimobi's LG chair appointments |
Saudi to Issue Nigerian Pilgrims Free SIM Cards – AllAfrica.com
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Saudi to Issue Nigerian Pilgrims Free SIM Cards
AllAfrica.com By Aliyu M. Hamagam, 4 September 2012 Minna — Arrangement has been concluded by the Saudi authorities in conjunction with the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) to distribute 100000 free mobile phone SIM cards of Saudi Telecommunication … Commission to issue 100000 SIM cards to pilgrims Seven fail hajj test in Ekiti 7 Ekiti pilgrims fail Quranic test |
Ogoni Kingdom Nigeria: We have no plan to secede – Afrique en Ligue
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Ogoni Kingdom Nigeria: We have no plan to secede
Afrique en Ligue Society – The people of Ogoniland yesterday recanted plans to form a sovereign state which amounts to secession, saying what they wanted instead was for the federal government to create a new state called Bori State for them. We'll not secede, Ogoni leaders tell Jonathan Nigerian community urges action on oil devastation Ogoni leaders debunk secession claims |
Dana Air Crash Inquest Suspended Indefinitely – Fresh Suits Challenges the … – Bella Naija
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Dana Air Crash Inquest Suspended Indefinitely – Fresh Suits Challenges the …
Bella Naija By Adeola Adeyemo The Coroner's inquest into the cause of June 3, 3012 Dana Air Crash in Lagos which claimed the lives of over 150 people has been suspended and postponed indefinitely. This development comes following a suit challenging the powers of … Dana Air crash inquest suspended indefinitely Dana Air: Group files suit against Lagos CJ, coroner •You have no locus standi … Dana: Aviation group seeks nullification of coroner inquest |
Police Release Deportees On Bail – Nigerian Observer
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Police Release Deportees On Bail
Nigerian Observer ABUJA- The Nigeria Police have released on bail “unconditionally” 14 out of the 27 Nigerians deported from Spain in August, a statement said on Sunday. The statement, signed by CSP Frank Mba, the Deputy Force Public Relations Officer, said that the 14 … Spain deports 27 Nigerians Police receive 27 Nigerian deportees from Spain IG urges Nigerians in Diaspora to be law-abiding |
Borno State Head of service is dead – CHANNELS
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Borno State Head of service is dead
CHANNELS The Borno State head of service, Abba Ashigar is dead. A statement by Abubakar Kyari, the Chief of Staff to the Borno State governor Kashim Shettima, said the 59 year old Ashigar died on Monday in his sleep at his Borno Residence. Borno Head of Service dies Borno Head Of Service Dies At 59 |
REGIONAL AUTONOMY; “The time is ripe, the idea is right, and the principle is … – Osun Defender
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REGIONAL AUTONOMY; “The time is ripe, the idea is right, and the principle is …
Osun Defender REGIONAL AUTONOMY; “The time is ripe, the idea is right, and the principle is just for us” – Aregbesola Advocates. Governor Rauf Aregbesola of the state of Osun has explained that the regional autonomy being clamoured for by the Yoruba nation is to … South-West governors allay fears over creation of state police Yoruba set agenda for national unity, peace Yoruba Assembly: Frontal move for true federalism |
NURTW supports Lagos Traffic Law – The Nation Newspaper
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NURTW supports Lagos Traffic Law
The Nation Newspaper By Mariam Ndikanwu 2 minutes ago The National Union of Road Transport Workers pledged to cooperate with the government to ensure full implementation of the law, which has been controversial. It punishes eating and telephone calls while driving, … Lagos new traffic law will check touting, arms spread, says Fashola Lagos: Fashola appoints Sunmoni as new Accountant-General NURTW backs Lagos Traffic Law |
Only justice can solve Boko Haram insurgency, says ex-Sultan Dasuki – The Nation Newspaper
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Only justice can solve Boko Haram insurgency, says ex-Sultan Dasuki
The Nation Newspaper By Tony Akowe 15 hours 57 minutes ago Only Justice, served without discrimination can end Boko Haram insurgency, former Sultan of Sokoto Alhaji Ibrahim Dasuki, said yesterday. The ex-Sultan whose son, Col. Sambo Dasuki (rtd) is the National … Why FG Opposes Labelling Boko Haram A Terrorist Organisation —Adefuye Military says it is not overstretched by Boko Haram insurgency FG Says Military Can Curtail External Aggression |
Lagos wants Railway Corporation to stop youths riding on train roof tops – The Guardian Nigeria
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Lagos wants Railway Corporation to stop youths riding on train roof tops
The Guardian Nigeria THE Lagos State Government has called on the Nigeria Railway Corporation (NRC) to take necessary measures that will stop youths from riding on train-roof tops especially along the Ijoko-Abule Egba-Oshodi-Ebute Meta route. Speaking in Alausa, Ikeja at … |
Lagos wants Railway Corporation to stop youths riding on train roof tops – The Guardian Nigeria
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Lagos wants Railway Corporation to stop youths riding on train roof tops
The Guardian Nigeria THE Lagos State Government has called on the Nigeria Railway Corporation (NRC) to take necessary measures that will stop youths from riding on train-roof tops especially along the Ijoko-Abule Egba-Oshodi-Ebute Meta route. Speaking in Alausa, Ikeja at … Nigerian Railways to screen 18629 pensioners |
Thunder strikes 2 brothers dead in Benue – Nigerian Tribune
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Thunder strikes 2 brothers dead in Benue
Nigerian Tribune TRAGEDY struck in Ioryiir village, Tse Agbragba, headquartres of Konshisha Local Government Area of Benue State, when it lost two brothers of the same parents to a thunder strike at the weekend. Nigerian Tribune gathered that the brothers, … Thunderstorm kills two in Benue |
Poor funding will hamper state police, says Ahmed – The Guardian Nigeria
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Poor funding will hamper state police, says Ahmed
The Guardian Nigeria Kwara State Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed recently spoke with journalists in Ilorin, the state capital on the controversy surrounding the state land policy and state police. ABIODUN FAGBEMI was there. Excerpts: ARE you one of those who support state police … Ilorin Emirate, Kwara govt close ranks on land policy Abdulfatah: My Relationship with Senator Saraki's Very Cordial Why Saraki, Ahmed'll Hardly Part Ways |
Imo council chairmen: Court dismisses suit on tenure elongation – The Nation Newspaper
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Imo council chairmen: Court dismisses suit on tenure elongation
The Nation Newspaper By Okodili Ndidi, Owerri 12 hours 7 minutes ago An Owerri High Court in Imo State yesterday struck out the suit filed by the 27 local government chairmen, requesting for tenure elongation. The chairmen were disengaged by Governor Rochas Okorocha … Court strikes out Imo LG chairmen's suit Tenure elongation: Court dismisses suit by council Chairmen against Imo State … Imo LG Tenure: Court Strikes Out Chairmen's Suit |
Upcoming actress Seun Ogunlade is dead – Nigerian Entertainment Today
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Upcoming actress Seun Ogunlade is dead
Nigerian Entertainment Today By Damilola Bodunrin A Nollywood actress Seun Ogunlade popularly known as Seun Effizy Po died Today, September 3, 2012 at a Lagos hospital – where she was rushed to about three days ago. We're told the deceased passed on in the early hours of this … Nollywood Actress Dies Yoruba actress Seun Ogunlade is dead |
Okada riders sue Lagos state government over new traffic law – CHANNELS
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Okada riders sue Lagos state government over new traffic law
CHANNELS Commercial motorcyclists, popularly known as Okada riders on Monday dragged the Lagos State Government to court over its new Road Traffic Law, part of which restricts their operations on major highways across the state. The okada riders under the aegis … Traffic Law: Okada Riders Beg For Time |
Aeroplane Promo: We can do the impossible – MTN – CHANNELS
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Aeroplane Promo: We can do the impossible – MTN
CHANNELS Nigeria's premier telecommunications network, MTN, has said its not pulling the legs of its subscribers concerning its recent promotion which offers the opportunity to win a four-seater aeroplane. The General Manager, Consumer Marketing, Kola Oyeyemi … Airplane promo: CPC directs MTN to address customer fears MTN Excites Customers with New Tariff |
Boko Haram: A Proverbial View – P.M. News (blog)
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Boko Haram: A Proverbial View
P.M. News (blog) By Isaac Asabor There is an African proverb that says “God created every child with the ability to cry but when a spoilt child cries he is bound to forget to stop crying and close his or her mouth”. This aphorism, no doubt, holds true in the case of … 'Boko Haram setS up 'Operational Base' in Rivers' |
14 killed in Abuja, Jigawa road accidents – CHANNELS
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14 killed in Abuja, Jigawa road accidents
CHANNELS A tanker conveying fuel exploded on Sunday at Maje town an outskirt of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja killing two persons, and destroying 27 shops and three houses. Abuja Zonal Head of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) Abuja, … 14 feared killed in Abuja, Jigawa road accidents Tanker explosion in Abuja |
Gunmen kill 5, burn church, police station in Borno – CHANNELS
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Gunmen kill 5, burn church, police station in Borno
CHANNELS Gunmen suspected to be members of the Boko Haram, stormed New Marte, Marte Local Government Area of Borno State, where they killed a Police Sergeant and two civilians at the weekend. The gunmen also set ablaze the Divisional Police Headquarters, … Gunmen kill three, burn church in Borno Boko Haram kills police sergeant, two civilians |
200 year old wall collapses in Bauchi, kills two – BusinessDay
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200 year old wall collapses in Bauchi, kills two
BusinessDay A section of the wall of the historical Galadiman Bauchi House collapsed on Saturday, killing two people and injuring three. The wall fell on an adjacent building in the Bauchi Metropolis.Abdullahi Aliyu, a father of five and his neighbour's wife … 2 Killed, 3 Injured As Traditional Ruler's Home Collapses 2 persons die as ancient wall collapses in Bauchi |
Four Die in Suleja Tanker Explosion – AllAfrica.com
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Four Die in Suleja Tanker Explosion
AllAfrica.com By Abayomi Adeshida, Favour Nnabugwu, With Agency Reports, 3 September 2012 No fewer than four persons died on Sunday in a fire sparked off when a petrol-laden tanker exploded close to the NNPC Depot in Maje, Suleja Local Government Area of Niger State … 14 feared killed in Abuja, Jigawa road accidents Auto accident claims 11 in Zamfara •As tanker explosion kills 4 in Niger Fuel Tanker Explosion Kills 4 In Niger |
Nnaji’s Resignation Sparks Investor Panic – Leadership Newspapers
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Nnaji's Resignation Sparks Investor Panic
Leadership Newspapers Sequel to the resignation of former power minister Prof. Barth Nnaji in controversial circumstances, development partners are beginning to express worry over the fate of the power sector reform measures. To assuage their anxieties, they are seeking … UN, EU lament Nnaji's exit •N/East, S/East divided over appointment of power … World Bank, EU, others worry about power reform Revealed: How PDP Facilitated Barth Nnaji's Ouster As Power Minister |
Obudu to host 2014 WMRA championship – The Punch
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Obudu to host 2014 WMRA championship
The Punch The Obudu Ranch Resort in Cross River State has been granted the right to host the 30th edition of the World Mountain Running Association championships in 2014. Obudu won the bid at the weekend in Vallecamonica, Italy on the occasion of the 28th World … Obudu wins 2014 WMRA Championships hosting right |
Should Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala resign? – BusinessDay
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Should Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala resign?
BusinessDay Let's face it, corruption is currently the most popular culture in our nation today. It has been entrenched so deeply in our national consciousness that it now seems odd not to practise it. And anyone who sticks out his/her neck in an attempt to check … Nigerians yet to grasp nation's financial status, says Okonjo-Iweala |
Obudu wins 2014 WMRA Championships hosting right – The Guardian Nigeria
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Obudu wins 2014 WMRA Championships hosting right
The Guardian Nigeria THE World Mountain Running Association (WMRA) has awarded the Obudu Ranch Resort in Cross River State the right to host the 30th edition of WMRA Championships in 2014. Obudu won the bid over the weekend in Vallecamonica, Italy, venue of the 28th World … |
ACN decries police, SSS tussle over Oyerinde’s murder – The Guardian Nigeria
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ACN decries police, SSS tussle over Oyerinde's murder
The Guardian Nigeria CITING indiscipline, the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) has described as a national embarrassment the bickering and power tussle between the police and the State Security Services (SSS) over investigations into the killing of Olaitan Oyerinde, … Oyerinde: Police/SSS Discord, National Embarrassment, Says ACN Oyerinde: ACN Berates Police, SSS over Conflicting Reports |
PDP attacks Buhari over performance assessment – The Nation Newspaper
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PDP attacks Buhari over performance assessment
The Nation Newspaper By Gbenga Omokhunu and Gbade Ogunwale 10 hours 26 minutes ago The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has disagreed with former Head of State and 2011 presidential candidate of the Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) Gen. Muhammadu Buhari's assessment of … Yar'Adua group restrategises for 2015 •Schedules national summit for last … Stop criticising us, PDP warns Buhari |
Kano appoints VC, principal officers for varsity – The Nation
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Kano appoints VC, principal officers for varsity
The Nation By Kolade Adeyemi 7 hours 17 minutes ago Kano State Government has ratified the appointment of Prof. Dato Mohd. Razali Bin Agus as the first substantive Vice-Chancellor of the state-owned North West University. Agus, until his appointment, … Kwankwaso Appoints Malaysian as VC of North West Varsity Kano Govt Appoints Malaysian as VC of North-West University Kano governor appoints Malaysian as VC of new University |
Lagos to rebuild Ilasa pedestrian bridge – Nigerian Tribune
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Lagos to rebuild Ilasa pedestrian bridge
Nigerian Tribune The falling pedestrian bridge located at Ilasamaja, on Apapa-Osodi Expressway, is to be replaced as Lagos State government has awarded the contract to Messrs PW Nig. Ltd. The bridge, which has been a subject of many public complaints, according to the … Lagos government demolish "killer" pedestrian bridge at Ilasamaja Lagos government demolish dangerous pedestrian bridge at Ilasamaja Lagos State Govt Begins Demolition Of Ilasamaja Pedestrian Bridge |
N30m ransom: Police arrest wife of abducted ruler in Bayelsa – Nigerian Tribune
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N30m ransom: Police arrest wife of abducted ruler in Bayelsa
Nigerian Tribune Investigation into the abduction of a traditional ruler at Okordia, in Yenagoa Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, King Richard Seiba, took another dimension at the weekend, as police authorities arrested the wife of the traditional ruler, Evelyn, … Kidnappers of Bayelsa King slash ransom to N15m Wife of Bayelsa Monarch Nabbed For Allegedly Planning His Abduction |
Osun Probe Panel: No Problem About Summons, Says Oyinlola – THISDAY Live
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Osun Probe Panel: No Problem About Summons, Says Oyinlola
THISDAY Live By Olaolu Olusina Former Osun State governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola has said he has no problem with his summons by the commission of inquiry set up by the state governor Rauf Aregbesola to probe major financial transactions and contracts awarded during … Osun 2014: PDP Will Wrest Power From ACN – Babatope N18.3 Bn Loan: Osun Panel Invites Oyinlola 2015: Recapture S/West, Jonathan tells PDP •PDP reiterates readiness to take … |
In 40 Days, Bakassi May Be Lost Forever! – AllAfrica.com
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In 40 Days, Bakassi May Be Lost Forever!
AllAfrica.com By Hugo Odiogor, 2 September 2012 When the United Nations endorsed a referendum in Sudan to end the intractable civil war in the North African country, it was obvious that "the wild oats sown in your younger days had made an awful harvest in our autumn … Echoes of ceding Bakassi Peninsula to Cameroon NBA urges FG to appeal World Court's judgment on Bakassi Bakassi: Nigeria Can Still Seek Review of ICJ Judgement, Insists NBA |
Drug trafficker hides cocaine inside roasted chicken – CHANNELS
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Drug trafficker hides cocaine inside roasted chicken
CHANNELS Officials of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) at the weekend arrested a man suspected to be in possession of 2.655 kilogrammes of cocaine hidden inside roasted chicken. According to the agency the arrest was made at the Murtala Muhammed … Suspect Hides N24m Cocaine In Roast Chicken Drug suspect hides 2.6kg of cocaine in roasted chicken Man nabbed with cocaine in roasted chicken |
Lottery is not gambling and can raise N360bn for Nigeria-official – BusinessDay
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Lottery is not gambling and can raise N360bn for Nigeria-official
BusinessDay Nigeria has the potential to earn at least N360 billion from lottery per annum, Director -General of the National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC), Mr. Peter Igho, said in Abuja on Sunday. He made the declaration that the revenue would be earned if … Lottery body stops unsolicited lottery SMS |
Olumhense: The Reuben Abati They Did Not Know – The Guardian Nigeria
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Olumhense: The Reuben Abati They Did Not Know
The Guardian Nigeria IN an article last week, President Goodluck Jonathan's Special Adviser on Media & Publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati, went after his boss' critics. By his definition, they included “all the cynics, the pestle-wielding critics, the unrelenting, self-appointed … Appraising Jonathan, Predecessors' Cold War The Jonathan We Know A President Under Fire – By Dele Momodu |
PDP at 14, Lists Achievements, Orders Sombre Celebration – AllAfrica.com
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PDP at 14, Lists Achievements, Orders Sombre Celebration
AllAfrica.com By Chuks Okocha, 1 September 2012 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Friday marked its 14th anniversary, listing its achievement as a ruling political party, just as the former Vice President Atiku Abubakar urged the party to reflect how well it has … 2015 Poll: Pressure Mounts On Jonathan To Contest •As PDP Rules Out Imposition … PDP admits low performance, blames economic meltdown PDP yet to take a stand on proposed N5000 note |
Yobe Offers Relief for Victims of Insecurity, Floods – AllAfrica.com
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Yobe Offers Relief for Victims of Insecurity, Floods
AllAfrica.com By Hamisu Kabiru Matazu, 1 September 2012 Damaturu — Yobe State Governor, Alhaji Ibrahim Gaidam has said that the State Government will offer assistance to persons affected by the recent incidences of insecurity and clashes between security agents and … Gaidam appeals for calm Gunmen Kill Military Intelligence Personnel Listen to people's cries, Gaidam begs Boko Haram |
Osun Osogbo 2012: A Display Of Yoruba Cultural Heritage – Leadership Newspapers
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Osun Osogbo 2012: A Display Of Yoruba Cultural Heritage
Leadership Newspapers Osogbo, capital of Osun State witnessed an unprecedented influx of tourists and devotees across the globe during the grand finale of this year's 2012 Osun Osogbo annual festival celebration and the world class festival has come and gone but the memory … First Bank to support economic development in Osun Photo News: FirstBank team visits Osun Governor Osun Oshogbo…tale of a Maiden and an ancient myth |
Yobe auto crash: Death toll rises to 31 – The Nation Newspaper
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Yobe auto crash: Death toll rises to 31
The Nation Newspaper By Duku Joel, Damaturu 3 hours 36 minutes ago THE death toll in Friday auto crash in Yobe State yesterday rose to 31. Two more victims died at the Potiskum General Hospital while receiving treatment, hospital sources confirmed. A breast-feeding mother … Nigeria: 29 die in collision of two buses 29 die as speeding Nigerian buses crash, burst into flames Nigeria: 29 killed in road accident |
Arepo Inferno Update: Armed vandals disrupt fire-fighting operation – CHANNELS
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Arepo Inferno Update: Armed vandals disrupt fire-fighting operation
CHANNELS Once again vandals today disrupted fire fighting operations at the NNPC pipeline at the Arepo village in Ogun state. The vandals attack forced some of the officials to run into the creeks while others ran for safety. After several hours of disruption, … Pipeline fire: Vandals chase NEMA officials, others away from rescue operation Arepo Pipeline Explosion: Vandals Attack Journalists, Rescue Operators Nigerian pipeline fire burns for two days |
Mortuary director docked over assault on photographer – Daily Times Nigeria
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Mortuary director docked over assault on photographer
Daily Times Nigeria Lagos police have arraigned Bayo Ogunsola, the director of TOS Funerals, a mortuary at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, for allegedly assaulting a photographer with Leadership Newspapers, Benedict Uwalaka on August 9, 2012. Photo Journalist Weeps In Court During Arraignment Of Attacker Assaulted journalist weeps in court Police arraign suspect for assaulting journalist |
Nnaji: Don’t Politicise Power Reforms, Warns Ngige – The Guardian Nigeria
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Nnaji: Don't Politicise Power Reforms, Warns Ngige
The Guardian Nigeria THE vice-chairman, Senate Committee on Power and Senator representing Anambra Central Zone in the Upper Chamber of the National Assembly yesterday, Dr. Chris Ngige, has warned against politicising the ongoing reforms in the power sector, … We've achieved much in short term, says ex-Power Minister as he hands over Nnaji assures Nigerians of continuity in power sector reforms Nnaji's exit raises bar for future conduct of ministers |
Nnaji: Don’t Politicise Power Reforms, Warns Ngige – The Guardian Nigeria
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Nnaji: Don't Politicise Power Reforms, Warns Ngige
The Guardian Nigeria THE vice-chairman, Senate Committee on Power and Senator representing Anambra Central Zone in the Upper Chamber of the National Assembly yesterday, Dr. Chris Ngige, has warned against politicising the ongoing reforms in the power sector, … We've achieved much in short term, says ex-Power Minister as he hands over Bart Nnaji Hands Over…FG Calms Investors Nnaji Allays Fears Of Investors Withdrawal From Power Reforms |
LUTH Fire Outbreak: No Cause For Alarm —Management •Boy, 10, Set Ablaze For … – Nigerian Tribune
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LUTH Fire Outbreak: No Cause For Alarm —Management •Boy, 10, Set Ablaze For …
Nigerian Tribune The management of the Lagos University Teaching Hospital(LUTH) has reacted to the fire outbreak which razed the building housing the AIDS Prevention Initiative( APIN) outpatient clinic on Thursday, saying there was no cause for alarm. LUTH Yet To Ascertain Cause Of Fire Outbreak, Extent Of Damage Fire outbreak: LUTH assures patients of uninterrupted treatment Drugs, records safe after fire inferno at LUTH |
Police Dispel Rumour Of Killer Number, Arrest Originator – Nigerian Tribune
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Police Dispel Rumour Of Killer Number, Arrest Originator
Nigerian Tribune As rumoured murder through phone calls by the dreaded Boko Haram group in the last five days creates anxiety among people of Kwara State, many more people have continued to believe the rumour. However, the state police command has allayed the fear by … Man Behind Ilorin Killer Text Police denounce 'killings through phone calls' Police Debunk Claims Of Killer GSM Number |
$15m Ibori bribe sum: Twist in ownership saga – The Nation Newspaper
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$15m Ibori bribe sum: Twist in ownership saga
The Nation Newspaper By Yusuf Alli, Managing Editor, Northern Operation 01/09/2012 01:21:00 The drama over the ownership of the $15 million allegedly offered as bribe to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) by former Delta State Governor, James Ibori, … Claimant of $15 Million 'Ibori Money' Discontinues Suit Ibori's $15 million bribe: I'm not part of th… Nigerians Challenge Ribadu On $15m Ibori Bribe Money |
Lagos Traffic Law ready for enforcement – CHANNELS
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Lagos Traffic Law ready for enforcement
CHANNELS The Lagos State government on Thursday said its set to enforce the new traffic laws for traffic offenders and bar commercial motorcycle from operating on 475 routes. Although the enforcement of the traffic law that has generated much controversy in the … Traffic Law: We're Ready, Say Police 2012 Lagos Traffic Law: The FRSC Perspective Lagos gazettes traffic laws |
PDP BOT: My Resignation In Africa’s Interest —OBJ – P.M. News
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PDP BOT: My Resignation In Africa's Interest —OBJ
P.M. News Ex-President, Olusegun Obasanjo, has said that his resignation as the Chairman Board of Trustees (BOT) of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, was to enable him concentrate on international issues. He added that he decided to resign in order to attract … Ogun PDP Accuses Buruji of Anti-party Activities Ogun PDP To Honour Obasanjo Obasanjo's group accuses PDP chief of working for ACN |
Jonathan Commissions Onitsha River Port – P.M. News
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Jonathan Commissions Onitsha River Port
P.M. News President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has commissioned the Onitsha River Port Complex, which was rehabilitated through the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) at a cost of N4 billion. Speaking at the commissioning on Thursday, Jonathan promised to … Jonathan seeks investment in local oil refining Markets closed down as Jonathan visits Anambra New Niger Bridge gets March date |
Cynthia’s murder: Pharmaceutical group petitions prosecutor over member’s trial – CHANNELS
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Cynthia's murder: Pharmaceutical group petitions prosecutor over member's trial
CHANNELS The Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria, (PSN), has petitioned the Director of Public Prosecution, DPP, to properly review the murder case of Cynthia Osogoku to ensure that pharmacists were not persecuted wrongly. The national president of PSN, … Cynthia – Social Media Abuse or Moral Bankruptcy Full Story Pharmacists seek probe of members in Cynthia Osokogu's murder |
Akinrinade Advocates Unity for Yoruba Nation – AllAfrica.com
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Akinrinade Advocates Unity for Yoruba Nation
AllAfrica.com By Tunde Sanni, 31 August 2012 The convener of the Yoruba Assembly, Lt. General Alani Akinrinade (rtd), Thursday pleaded with the Yorubas to shake off political, ethnic and socio-cultural differences and come together to restore the pride of place of … How to save Nigeria from collapse, by Yoruba leaders Yoruba demand regional autonomy, state police Yoruba assembly votes for vigilante groups |
ACN decries payment of $40m to ex-militants – The Guardian Nigeria
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ACN decries payment of $40m to ex-militants
The Guardian Nigeria THE alleged payment of $40 million annually to some erstwhile militants ostensibly to guard the country's pipelines has drawn condemnation from the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN). The ACN considered the payment unconstitutional and indefensible. $40m paid to ex-militants illegal, says ACN Paying $40m To Ex-militants Yearly Is Illegal – ACN |
Federal Government’s Case on $15m Ibori Bribe Shameful, Says Keyamo – THISDAY Live
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Federal Government's Case on $15m Ibori Bribe Shameful, Says Keyamo
THISDAY Live By Akinwale Akintunde The attempt by the Federal Government to establish the source and owner of the alleged $15 million Chief James Ibori bribe deposited in the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) through the court by Economic and Financial Crimes … $15m Ibori Bribe: Arrest Andy Claim to Ibori's $15m: Keyamo calls for arrest of Ribadu, Uba Ownership of Ibori's $15 million bribe: Use the money to develop Nigeria … |
Boko Haram: NIPR Urges FG To Push On With Dialogue – Leadership Newspapers
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Boko Haram: NIPR Urges FG To Push On With Dialogue
Leadership Newspapers The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has called on the Federal Government not to relent on its quest to dialogue with Boko Haram in order to put an end to the present security challenges facing the country. A statement signed by its … Understanding the Dynamics of Islamic Radicalism in Nigeria Is Key to Bringing … AP Exclusive: Nigeria Secret Police Details Leaked Nigerian spy agency workers details leaked |
Jigawa At 21: The Journey So Far – Leadership Newspapers
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Jigawa At 21: The Journey So Far
Leadership Newspapers This August, Jigawa State celebrates its 21st anniversary after its creation from old Kano state in 1991. During the historic occasion, many notable people including former president, General Ibrahim Babangida and Major General Olayinka Sule, … Lamido wants forum of ex-lawmakers |