Ozubulu massacre: Catholic Bishops regret arms proliferation – Daily Post Nigeria


Daily Post Nigeria

Ozubulu massacre: Catholic Bishops regret arms proliferation
Daily Post Nigeria
They spoke in reaction to the invasion of a Catholic Church in Nnewi, Anambra State. . The Bishops condemned the gruesome murder of members of the congregation and commiserated with the people of Anambra over the death. The Bishops spoke in a …
Anambra Church Attack: Catholic Church names 13 dead victims, 20 injured (FULL DETAILS)Premium Times
Buhari writes Obiano over Ozubulu killing, condoles with Lamido over his daughter's deathNAIJ.COM
Ozubulu Massacre: Ifeanyi Ubah mourns, condoles victims' familiies, pray for recuperation of injuredVanguard
The Punch –Guardian (blog) –The Nation Newspaper –THISDAY Newspapers
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PDP set to takeover power in 2019 — Gov. Okowa – Vanguard


Vanguard

PDP set to takeover power in 2019 — Gov. Okowa
Vanguard
Chairman of the 2017 PDP Special Non-Elective National Convention and Governor of Delta State, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa has said that the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP is set to take over power at the national level in 2019. Governor Okowa stated this on …
PDP Woos Obasanjo, Atiku, Saraki, Kwankwaso, OthersLeadership Newspapers
PDP moves to woo former chieftains back to its foldNAIJ.COM
PDP ready to take power in 2019 – OkowaThe Nation Newspaper
BusinessDay (satire) (press release) (registration) (blog) –Daily Post Nigeria –Guardian (blog) –Daily Trust
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Oyegun is a virus in APC – Obiano – Daily Post Nigeria


Daily Post Nigeria

Oyegun is a virus in APC – Obiano
Daily Post Nigeria
Anambra State governor, Willie Obiano has declared that the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Odigie-Oyegun, lacks moral authority to speak on good governance in Nigeria. Obiano was reacting to a statement attributed to the APC …
APC Chairman Oyegun condemns hate speeches, blames losing politiciansPremium Times
APC inaugurates screening committee on Anambra electionGuardian (blog)
Hate speeches worse than terrorism, says Odigie-OyegunNigerian Observer

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Type of restructuring Nigeria needs – Falana – Daily Post Nigeria


Daily Post Nigeria

Type of restructuring Nigeria needs – Falana
Daily Post Nigeria
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, has advised Nigeria on the type of restructuring that would be suitable and generally acceptable to all parts of the country. According to the senior lawyer, what is required is a restructuring that will return
Ignore FG, generate, distribute your own electricity, Falana challenges state govtsPremium Times
Falana warns Nigerian govt on Lagos waterwaysP.M. News
Individuals With Government Connections Got Our Electricity Companies For Free, Femi Falana SaysSaharaReporters.com
The Nation Newspaper
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Inside Empress Diezani’s $1 billion Loot (Exposed) – Information Nigeria


Information Nigeria

Inside Empress Diezani's $1 billion Loot (Exposed)
Information Nigeria
Diezani Alison Madueke has taken her place in history as one of Nigeria's biggest looters and certainly has emerged the number 1 female treasury looter of all time, according to data released by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. Earlier
Court orders forfeiture of N7.64bn Diezani loot to FGDaily Post Nigeria
EFCC Reveals Cash, Properties Allegedly Belonging To DiezaniCHANNELS TELEVISION
Nigeria Graft Agency Traced $615 Million to Ex-Oil MinisterBloomberg
Pulse Nigeria –TheCable –BuzzNigeria.com –Yahoo News UK
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What we found in Lagos kidnappers’ den – Police (video) – NAIJ.COM


NAIJ.COM

What we found in Lagos kidnappers' den – Police (video)
NAIJ.COM
The police have revealed their findings at the suspected Ojokoro's kidnappers' den found along Lagos-Abeokuta expressway. According to the Police, the abandoned building close to the canal is believed to be used by suspected ritualists to slaughter
Lagos police arrest 7 suspects in new underground kidnappers denVanguard
Inside Lagos 'kidnappers' den ' where two were burnt alive, three arrestedPremium Times
2 kidnap suspects set ablaze as police discover den in LagosPulse Nigeria
Daily Trust –NIGERIAN TRIBUNE (press release) (blog) –Information Nigeria –AllAfrica.com
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Ambode employs 250 persons with disabilities into civil service – The Nation Newspaper


The Nation Newspaper

Ambode employs 250 persons with disabilities into civil service
The Nation Newspaper
Lagos State Governor, Mr, Akinwunmi Ambode on Wednesday announced that in line with the promise he made at a recent Town Hall Meeting held in Ojo, the State Government would soon distribute letters of employment to 250 persons living with …
Ambode presents assistive technologies, mobility aids to 2000 people with disabilitiesGuardian (blog)

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PDP accuses FG of planning to truncate Nigeria’s democracy – NAIJ.COM


NAIJ.COM

PDP accuses FG of planning to truncate Nigeria's democracy
NAIJ.COM
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the Buhari-led federal government of planning to truncate democracy in Nigeria. READ ALSO: AYCF, AYGA disagree over 2019 northern candidate. The PDP made the accusation on Tuesday August 8, …
Buhari government planning to truncate Nigeria's democracy – PDPDaily Post Nigeria
PDP will make significant impact in 2019 —Mulikat AkandeBuzz Reporters (press release) (blog)

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Anambra poll: Obiano predicts victory for APGA – Vanguard


Vanguard

Anambra poll: Obiano predicts victory for APGA
Vanguard
ABUJA: Governor Willie Obiano of Anambra State has boasted that victory was sure for All Progressive Grand alliance, APGA, at the November 18, 2017 governorship poll, where he is seeking a re-election for a second term. Obiano, who spoke in Abuja, …
Nigeria: IPOB Not Against Anambra Governorship Poll, Says ObianoAllAfrica.com
The brain behind IPOB has assured me elections will hold in Anambra – ObianoNAIJ.COM
IPOB can't stop Anambra November Election – Gov. ObianoInformation Nigeria
Daily Trust –The Nation Newspaper –NIGERIAN TRIBUNE (press release) (blog) –TODAY.NG
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How Buhari can become a private citizen – BBOG co-convener Aisha Yesufu tells presidency – NAIJ.COM


NAIJ.COM

How Buhari can become a private citizen – BBOG co-convener Aisha Yesufu tells presidency
NAIJ.COM
A co-convener of the Bring Back Our Girls group Aisha Yesufu has said that President Muhammadu Buhari's health status will remain a public affairs until he resigns from office. Reacting to a statement made by the presidential aide on social media
Anti-Buhari protest regains momentum as Jim Iyke, Aisha Yesufu hit the streetsTheCable
Buhari's Health: Jim Iyke, Aisha Yesfu join #ResumeOrResign protestDaily Trust
Buhari is old, he should allow young people take over – Jim IykeYNaija
Nigeria Today –Amoré (press release) (blog) –Business Post Nigeria (press release) (blog)
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4 things to know as N-power assessment begins August 9 – NAIJ.COM


NAIJ.COM

4 things to know as N-power assessment begins August 9
NAIJ.COM
N-Power Teach Volunteers is a program that will help improve basic education delivery in Nigeria. They will then be deployed as teacher assistants in primary schools around Nigeria. According to the website, they will not replace the current teachers
N-Power reveals when verification will begin as Teach test starts WednesdayDaily Post Nigeria
N-Power: Assessment Tests for N-Teach start today 9 August 2017Naija News
Npower wants Teach applicants to log in for scheduled date, as test begins August 9Fellow Press (satire) (press release) (registration) (blog)

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200 level to final year Agriculture undergraduates must own farm – Audu Ogbeh – Daily Post Nigeria


Daily Post Nigeria

200 level to final year Agriculture undergraduates must own farm – Audu Ogbeh
Daily Post Nigeria
The federal government, has said all 200 Level to final year students undergoing courses in agricultural related disciplines must own a farm each. The meeting which held at his office in Abuja in the presence of the governing council members of federal …
Ogbeh Tasks Agric Varsities On Core Mandates, Food ProductionLeadership Newspapers
FG asks universities of agriculture to establish colleges of nutritionPremium Times
Nigeria May Establish 15 More Universities of AgricultureAllAfrica.com
Independent Television and Radio –The Whistler –BusinessDay (satire) (press release) (registration) (blog) –THISDAY Newspapers
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Police foil robbery attempt at ex-governor’s house – Premium Times


Premium Times

Police foil robbery attempt at ex-governor's house
Premium Times
Gunmen suspected to be armed robbers on Tuesday attacked the home of a former Acting Governor of Bayelsa, Wenipreye Seibarugu. Mr. Seibarugu, who confirmed the incident to journalists in Yenagoa on Tuesday, described the incident as “worrisome and …
Policemen foil robbery attempt at former acting governor's houseNAIJ.COM
Robbery attempt at former deputy governor's house foiled by policeVanguard
Gunmen attack ex-Bayelsa Ag. governorThe Nation Newspaper
Guardian (blog) –TODAY.NG
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Nigeria Customs Service seizes 37 brand new vehicles – NAIJ.COM


NAIJ.COM

Nigeria Customs Service seizes 37 brand new vehicles
NAIJ.COM
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has impounded 37 brand new vehicles reportedly worth N1.3billion and 12,081 bags of smuggled parboiled rice with a Duty Paid Value ( DPV) worth N149million. NAIJ.com gathered that the seizure were made by officers …
Customs intercepts 37 smuggled brand new vehiclesTVC News
Customs intercept assorted vehicles, Indian hemp worth N1.6bnDaily Trust
Customs impound 37 smuggled exotic cars, arrest 17 suspectsTheNewsGuru
WorldStage –The Punch –TODAY.NG –Guardian (blog)
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AYCF, AYGA disagree over 2019 northern candidate – NAIJ.COM


NAIJ.COM

AYCF, AYGA disagree over 2019 northern candidate
NAIJ.COM
A report by Vanguard indicates that there is division among two major northern youth groups over who to endorse as a northern candidate in 2019. According to the report, the 2019 purported presidential ambitions of incumbent president, Muhammadu Buhari …
2019: Arewa youths divided over Buhari, Atiku's ambitionsVanguard
Call for Buhari's resignation unreasonable, says SenateGuardian (blog)
Youth Alliance berates Yerima for 'unwholesome comments'The Nation Newspaper

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Go and learn from your performing colleagues – Ex-lawmaker mocks Fayose – NAIJ.COM


NAIJ.COM

Go and learn from your performing colleagues – Ex-lawmaker mocks Fayose
NAIJ.COM
Days after Ayodele Fayose reportedly declared his plans to contest the 2019 presidency, a former member of the House of Representatives, Bamidele Faparusi, has the Ekiti governor to go learn from his performing colleagues in other states. The Nation …
Fayemi ignores Fayose, Akeredolu at 8-day Fidau of Aregbesola's motherDaily Post Nigeria
'PDP can't retain power in Ekiti'The Nation Newspaper
Issok: I will declare for presidency October 1 – FayoseAmoré (press release) (blog)

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Wike, APC In War Of Words Over Bad Governance – Leadership Newspapers


Leadership Newspapers

Wike, APC In War Of Words Over Bad Governance
Leadership Newspapers
Rivers State governor, Chief Ezebunwo Nyesom Wike and the All Progressives Congress (APC) are accusing each other of destroying democracy and good governance in the country. While Wike is accusing the APC of using the police to destroy the …
Governor accuses police of instigating kidnap across NigeriaPremium Times
Wike shut 1886 illegal schools to maintain standard that will uplift education in RiversVanguard
Governor Wike shuts 1886 schools in Rivers, gives reasonsNAIJ.COM
CHANNELS TELEVISION –WorldStage –Daily Post Nigeria –The Whistler
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FG makes NIN important requirement for citizenship – Vanguard


Vanguard

FG makes NIN important requirement for citizenship
Vanguard
THE Federal Government has given power to the National Identity Management Commission, NIMC, to make the National Identity Number, NIN, a major pre-condition to becoming a citizen of Nigeria. What this means is that those who have not taken part in …
NIMC's Short Message Service (SMS) Platform To Check and Identify National Identity Number (NIN)NTA News
Funds stall production of electronic ID cardsTODAY.NG
The NIS and national identity cardNIGERIAN TRIBUNE (press release) (blog)

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Restructuring debate important, proponents not political jobbers, says Osinbajo – The Punch


The Punch

Restructuring debate important, proponents not political jobbers, says Osinbajo
The Punch
The Acting President, Yemi Osinbajo, on Tuesday denied describing those agitating for the restructuring of the nation as political jobbers seeking appointments. Osinbajo stated this in a statement in Abuja by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and
Osinbajo's comment on restructuring fake news – PresidencyNAIJ.COM
Osinbajo reiterates government's plan to increase internet accessGuardian (blog)
'Change' mantra not mere rhetoric, says Acting PresidentThe Nation Newspaper
THISDAY Newspapers –Ripples Nigeria –Africa Independent Television –TV360
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Osinbajo, governors, others attend 8 day prayer for Governor Aregbesola’s mother – NAIJ.COM


NAIJ.COM

Osinbajo, governors, others attend 8 day prayer for Governor Aregbesola's mother
NAIJ.COM
Acting President Yemi Osinbajo was on Tuesday August 8 among thousands of dignitaries that thronged Ilesa, Osun state, for the seventh day Fida'u prayers for Governor Rauf Aregbesola's late mother, Saratu Aregbesola, who passed on at 84. Governors …
Osinbajo, dignitaries throng Ilesa at Fida'u for Aregbesola's motherThe Nation Newspaper
Death and the governor's motherP.M. News
Osinbajo attends eight-day prayer for Aregbesola's motherVanguard
NIGERIAN TRIBUNE (press release) (blog) –Pulse Nigeria –Guardian (blog) –TheNewsGuru
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FAO’s confab on livestock coming – The Nation Newspaper

FAO's confab on livestock coming
The Nation Newspaper
As part of the efforts to finding lasting solution to the farmer/herdsmen crisis in the country, the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has proposed to convene a national conference on livestock development in Nigeria. The
Herdsmen Crisis: FAO Plans Livestock Development ConferenceTHISDAY Newspapers
Industrial livestock agriculture accounts for more than its fair share of emissions, pollutionThe Westside Story

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Crisis rocks newly registered party, APDA as Dokpesi, 2 others are suspended – NAIJ.COM


Vanguard

Crisis rocks newly registered party, APDA as Dokpesi, 2 others are suspended
NAIJ.COM
On Tuesday, August 8, three key leaders of Advanced Peoples Democratic Alliance (APDA) political party were suspended. Those suspended were Raymond Dokpesi the proprietor of the African Independent Television (AIT), Dan Nwayanwu and Mainassara …
Mainasara Illo is APDA's new chairman, Eguabor is spokesmanVanguard
Newly-registered party, APDA, erupts in crisis; suspends Dokpesi, NwanyanwuPremium Times
Dokpesi names factional chair for APDADaily Trust
BusinessDay (satire) (press release) (registration) (blog) –Daily Post Nigeria –The News
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Seven die in Kogi auto crash – The Nation Newspaper


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Seven die in Kogi auto crash
The Nation Newspaper
Seven people were killed and four others injured in a motor accident in Osara, Adavi local government area of Kogi State. The incident occurred at about 4:00 p.m. at the Sawmill area of Osara on Monday. An eyewitness, Mohammed Imgiyaaz, told
Five killed in another accident on Okene-Lokoja Road – FRSCPremium Times
Kogi SSG set to tender resignation letterBuzz Reporters (press release) (blog)
Five Killed, Four Injured In Kogi Road CrashAfrica Independent Television

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PDP woos Obasanjo, Atiku, others as Okowa heads convention Committee – Vanguard


Vanguard

PDP woos Obasanjo, Atiku, others as Okowa heads convention Committee
Vanguard
ABUJA- The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Tuesday inaugurated its Convention, Disciplinary and Reconciliation Committees as part of efforts aimed at rebuilding the party ahead of the 2019 elections. Gov. Okowa. The Convention Committee is to be …
2019: PDP moves to reclaim Obasanjo, Atiku, othersDaily Trust
PDP inaugurates Convention Planning CommitteePremium Times
PDP extends reconciliation to defectorsGuardian (blog)
The Nation Newspaper –Gistmaster (blog)
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Anambra guber: Obiano dares IPOB, picks APGA forms – Daily Trust


Daily Trust

Anambra guber: Obiano dares IPOB, picks APGA forms
Daily Trust
Ahead of the November 18 governorship election in Anambra State, the state governor Chief Willie Obiano has dared the leader of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) Nnamdi Kanu who has call for the boycott of the election, vowing that everything is set
We won't allow anybody stop Anambra election – ObianoYNaija
Boko Haram not responsible for Anambra attack – ObianoThe Nation Newspaper

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PDP crisis: Sheriff-led S-West leaders declare Fayose ‘persona non grata’ – Vanguard


Vanguard

PDP crisis: Sheriff-led S-West leaders declare Fayose 'persona non grata'
Vanguard
Leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in the South West, have insisted that Chief Makanjuola Ogundipe remains the party's authentic chairman in the zone even as they declared Governor Ayodele Fayose of Ekiti State a “persona non grata” after …
Fayose an opportunist suffering mouth diarrhea – Senator KashamuDaily Post Nigeria
Kashamu mai bakar kafa ne a PDP – Inji FayoseNAIJ.COM
Kashamu-led south- west PDP Excos fight back, declare Fayose persona non-grataDaily Trust
Leadership Newspapers –NIGERIAN TRIBUNE (press release) (blog) –Ripples Nigeria –The Nation Newspaper
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Join Nigeria in the fight to end Boko Haram – Osinbajo begs other countries – NAIJ.COM


NAIJ.COM

Join Nigeria in the fight to end Boko Haram – Osinbajo begs other countries
NAIJ.COM
Acting President Yemi Osinbajo has appealed to other countries to assist Nigeria in the fight against Boko Haram insurgency. Osinbajo made the plea on Tuesday, August 8 in Kaduna as he unveiled five Super Mushshak trainer aircraft acquired by the
Terrorism War: Osinbajo Commissions Five New Super Mushak AircraftCHANNELS TELEVISION

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UPDATE: Jonathan’s house burglary: Court slams N7m bail on ex-police officer – Daily Trust


Daily Trust

UPDATE: Jonathan's house burglary: Court slams N7m bail on ex-police officer
Daily Trust
A Wuse Zone 2 Senior Magistrates' Court, Abuja on Tuesday granted bail of N7 million to a former police officer, Musa Musa, for allegedly breaking into the Abuja house of former President Goodluck Jonathan. Musa, who broke into Jonathan's apartment …
UPDATED: Sacked police officer granted N7 million bail after burgling GEJ's residenceNAIJ.COM
Breaking: Police arraign dismissed officer for burgling Jonathan's houseVanguard
Sacked police officer arraigned for looting Jonathan's homePremium Times
CHANNELS TELEVISION –Daily Post Nigeria –TheCable –NIGERIAN TRIBUNE (press release) (blog)
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Group Set To Protest Construction Of Another Akwa Ibom Governor’s Lodge In Lagos – SaharaReporters.com


SaharaReporters.com

Group Set To Protest Construction Of Another Akwa Ibom Governor's Lodge In Lagos
SaharaReporters.com
The group drew attention to the controversy around the exact amount the state government approved for the project, arguing that regardless of the cost of the new lodge, it is unacceptable, as the state already has two similar facilities in Lagos.
Akwa Ibom Prostitutes: Sex Worker Demands N20k In Viral VideoBuzzNigeria.com
New governor's lodge: Group to hold protests in Akwa Ibom, LagosThe Killer Punch News (press release) (blog)
Suspected cult members kill two in Akwa IbomTODAY.NG

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Buhari: What constitution says about president’s return – Femi Falana – Daily Post Nigeria


Daily Post Nigeria

Buhari: What constitution says about president's return – Femi Falana
Daily Post Nigeria
Activist and Human right lawyer, Femi Falana has disclosed that the Nigerian constitution has no time limit for when President Muhammadu Buhari is expected to return and resume his duties. Falana made the disclosure while reacting to protest by some …
The constitution stipulates no time limit for Buhari's return – Femi Falana, othersNAIJ.COM

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PDP will take over from APC in 2019 – PDP chieftain boasts – NAIJ.COM


NAIJ.COM

PDP will take over from APC in 2019 – PDP chieftain boasts
NAIJ.COM
A chieftain of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and former governor of old Gongola state, Wilberforce Juta said the party will win the 2019 general elections. Juta who made this known in Abuja said his position as part member was based on
Genuine reconciliation key to PDP takeover in 2019 – FaleganDaily Post Nigeria
APC is no sanctuary for corrupt politicians, says Lai MohammedGuardian (blog)

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Godwin Onyeacholem: Malami, EFCC, ICPC and the fight against corruption – Daily Post Nigeria


Daily Post Nigeria

Godwin Onyeacholem: Malami, EFCC, ICPC and the fight against corruption
Daily Post Nigeria
Of all the vote-catching strategies laid out by the ruling All Progressives Congress in the lead up to the 2015 general elections, its promise to prosecute an all-out war against corruption was unquestionably the most compelling and believable. This is
The Avoidable Face-off Between AGF and EFCCTHISDAY Newspapers
Inspire public confidence in seeking files from EFCC, Osigwe tells AGFGuardian (blog)

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Abuja-Kaduna rail line now generate N1m daily – Amaechi – Vanguard


Vanguard

Abuja-Kaduna rail line now generate N1m daily – Amaechi
Vanguard
The Abuja to Kaduna rail line now generates one million Naira daily, Minister of Transportation Mr. Rotimi Amaechi disclosed. In an interview with newsmen on Tuesday in Benin, Amaechi said the feat was because of the increase in passengers that
Business Nigeria: Abuja-Kaduna Rail Line Now Generates N1 Million Per DayNigerian Bulletin

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Man gets into trouble after giving girl N1k when she was asking for N20k for TDB – NAIJ.COM


NAIJ.COM

Man gets into trouble after giving girl N1k when she was asking for N20k for TDB
NAIJ.COM
NAIJ.com came across an interesting story about a man who drew the attention of a crowd after he refused to pay a lady he picked up by the roadside. Drama unfolded in front of the University of Uyo main entrance recently, due to a man and a girl
Drama as runs girl disgraces man who slept with her, gave her N1KPulse Nigeria
Nigerian man who gave 1K to lady instead of 20k after hot all night s*x has been identifiedInformation Nigeria

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Osinbajo’s Vision And The Climate Of Fear – The News


The News

Osinbajo's Vision And The Climate Of Fear
The News
“I was just wondering why you have not said anything since the Acting President proclaimed that those of you who are asking for the restructuring of Nigeria are a bunch of government appointment seekers.” “So?” “Yes, so?” “Well, if you must know, I
OPINION: Biafra agitation, Osinbajo's comments and matters arisingNAIJ.COM
Invest in Nigeria or regret later,' Osinbajo tells investorsPulse Nigeria
OSINBAJO: A Professor Without SpineRipples Nigeria
AllAfrica.com –Guardian (blog) –Information Nigeria
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Nigeria: Military Determined to Wipe Out Remnants of Boko Haram – Minister – AllAfrica.com


Vanguard

Nigeria: Military Determined to Wipe Out Remnants of Boko Haram – Minister
AllAfrica.com
The Minister of Defence, Mansur Dan-Ali, on Monday reaffirmed the determination of the military to completely wipe out remnants of Boko Haram in the the country. Dan-Ali gave the assurance during an award presentation by the Borno chapter of the
Emulate Vanguard in North-East reportage, media houses toldVanguard

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We can’t substitute Buhari, says Lai Mohammed as groups ask Buhari to resume or resign, – Vanguard


Vanguard

We can't substitute Buhari, says Lai Mohammed as groups ask Buhari to resume or resign,
Vanguard
ABUJA—NINETY days after he left the country to treat an undisclosed ailment, a coalition of Civil Society Organisations, CSOs, yesterday, laid siege to the Presidential Villa, asking that President Muhammadu Buhari either resumes or resigns from office.
Buhari supporters launch campaign for ailing president's 2019 re-election bidPremium Times
Presidential aide, Lauretta Onochie, Reno Omokri 'fight' over comment on BuhariDaily Post Nigeria
Resume or Resign!!! Charly Boy leads protest to Aso Villa over President Buhari's healthInformation Nigeria
360Nobs.com –Pulse Nigeria –Nigerian Bulletin –BellaNaija
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Heavy downpour in Jigawa destroys N500m worth farm produce – YNaija


YNaija

Heavy downpour in Jigawa destroys N500m worth farm produce
YNaija
Heavy rainfall has destroyed farm produce and animals, worth N500 million, in Gumel Local Government Area of Jigawa, at the weekend. According to The Nation, villages affected by the disaster include Garin Gambo, Gwari, Garin Galadima, Baikarya, Zuge …
Rain destroys N500m worth of farm produce in JigawaThe Nation Newspaper

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S-WEST PDP PARLEY: Why I wasn’t included in team that visited Buhari – Fayose – Vanguard


Vanguard

S-WEST PDP PARLEY: Why I wasn't included in team that visited Buhari – Fayose
Vanguard
IBADAN— GOVERNOR Ayodele Fayose of Ekiti State has expressed doubts over the report by some governors who paid a courtesy visit to the ailing President Muhammadu Buhari in London, saying the was excluded from the team because they knew he …
2019 election: I'm declaring by October 1 – FayoseDaily Post Nigeria
Fayose: If Buhari refuses to resign, he should be made minister of foreign affairsTheCable
Fayose to declare presidential ambition on October 1NAIJ.COM
Premium Times –The Nation Newspaper –BuzzNigeria.com –Naija News
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2018 Budget: MDAs train staff on GIFMIS to accelerate submission – Daily Trust


Vanguard

2018 Budget: MDAs train staff on GIFMIS to accelerate submission
Daily Trust
The federal government has commenced a nationwide training for Ministries, Department and Agencies (MDAs) on budget preparation using the Government Integrated Financial Management Information System (GIFMIS) to fast track budget preparation and …
FG trains 4250 for 2018 budget preparationVanguard
… To submit 2018 Budget to N'Assembly OctoberNigeria Today

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Ozubulu horror attack: How gunmen killed my three relations – Vanguard


Vanguard

Ozubulu horror attack: How gunmen killed my three relations
Vanguard
Awka – SHOCK and grief still pervaded Amakwa village, Ozubulu in Ekwusigo Local Government Area of Anambra State, yesterday, as the residents narrated their experiences, during the attack at St. Philip's Catholic Church in the area. Mr Samuel Ndulue …
Jonathan speaks on Ozubulu killings, hate song calling for killing of IgbosDaily Post Nigeria
12 Killed During Church Service in Nigeria; Pope Condemns ViolenceNew York Times
Newspaper review: Ozubulu community remains on edge following massacre at Catholic churchNAIJ.COM
Daily Trust –Pulse Nigeria –The Punch –TV360
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RCCG signs 10 artistes to record label – The Nation Newspaper


The Nation Newspaper

RCCG signs 10 artistes to record label
The Nation Newspaper
In its quest to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ through music, the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has unveiled 10 gospel musicians signed to its recently launched record label One Hallelujah Records (OHR) on Thursday at the church camp.
[The Church Blog] Does Pastor Adeboye even grow old? #HalleluyahYNaija
RCCG ordains 2236 assistant pastorsPremium Times

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Obaseki approves special bursary for visually impaired students – The News


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Obaseki approves special bursary for visually impaired students
The News
Visually impaired students of Edo origin studying in tertiary institutions across the country will henceforth enjoy special bursary. The State Governor Mr. Godwin Obaseki, announced the approval for the payment of the bursary on Monday, when the
Edo govt. to generate GIS data for proper planningVanguard
Edo govt to collaborate with NDE on job creationNIGERIAN TRIBUNE (press release) (blog)
Army Transport School lauds Obaseki, to train Edo firemen, driversNigerian Observer
The Eagle Online
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Why we approached World Bank for $350m loan—Ogun govt. – Vanguard


Vanguard

Why we approached World Bank for $350m loan—Ogun govt.
Vanguard
The Ogun government on Monday explained why it approached the World Bank to secure a $350 million loan. The state Commissioner for Budget and planning, Mrs Aderenle Adesina, and her counterparts in Ministries of Education, Agriculture and …
Why we want N107 billion World Bank loan – Ogun govtPremium Times
$350m World Bank facility is concessionary, Says Ogun GovtThe News
Ogun clears air on $350m World Bank loanDaily Trust
NIGERIAN TRIBUNE (press release) (blog)
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New governor’s lodge: Group to hold protests in A’Ibom, Lagos – TheCable


Guardian

New governor's lodge: Group to hold protests in A'Ibom, Lagos
TheCable
Akwa Ibom Conscience, a non-partisan association, is set to hold a peaceful protest to express its disapproval with the decision by Udom Emmanuel, the state governor, to construct a new governor's lodge in Lagos. In a statement by Inibehe Effiong, the …
Basketmouth Declares Political Intentions as he aims to be the next Governor of six States including Lagos and ImoObiaks News

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We will win Anambra election, despite internal crisis ―Oye, APGA chairman – NIGERIAN TRIBUNE (press release) (blog)


NIGERIAN TRIBUNE (press release) (blog)

We will win Anambra election, despite internal crisis ―Oye, APGA chairman
NIGERIAN TRIBUNE (press release) (blog)
FACTIONAL national chairman of the ruling party in Anambra State, the All Progressives Grand Alliance, and (APGA) Chief Victor Oye has declared that the party would win the forthcoming governorship election in the state despite its internal crisis

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Why IBB, Obasanjo, Abdulsalami Abubakar are conspiring against Buhari – Lawmaker, Kassim claims – Daily Post Nigeria


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Why IBB, Obasanjo, Abdulsalami Abubakar are conspiring against Buhari – Lawmaker, Kassim claims
Daily Post Nigeria
A member of Nassarawa State House of Assembly, Kassim Mohammed Kassim, has accused former Presidents, Olusegun Obasanjo, ex-military Head of State, Ibrahim Babangida and ex-military Head of State Abdulsalami Abubakar, of “conspiracy against …
Obasanjo, Babangida and Abdulsalami Abubakar are conspiring against Buhari – Kassim Mohammed KassimNAIJ.COM
Buhari : Lawmaker accuses Obasanjo, Babangida, Abdulsalami of shopping for President's replacementPulse Nigeria
Obasanjo, Babangida searching for Buhari's successor – LawmakerYNaija
TODAY.NG
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Why they did not take me to London to see Buhari – Fayose – Vanguard


Vanguard

Why they did not take me to London to see Buhari – Fayose
Vanguard
IBADAN – GOVERNOR Ayodele Fayose of Ekiti State has expressed doubts over a report given by some governors who paid a courtesy visit to the ailing President Muhammadu Buhari in London saying they did not take him along because they knew he …
Fayose 'completely insensitive' to plight of Ekiti people — Buhari's aidePremium Times
Fayose: Boko Haram, Badoo, ritual killers, drug war… what is wrong with Nigeria?TheCable
BUHARI'S HEALTH: Fayose suggests that govs who visited may have liedRipples Nigeria

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PDP celebrates Makarfi at 61 – NIGERIAN TRIBUNE (press release) (blog)


NIGERIAN TRIBUNE (press release) (blog)

PDP celebrates Makarfi at 61
NIGERIAN TRIBUNE (press release) (blog)
THE Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has congratulated the Chairman of its National Caretaker Committee (NCC) on attaining 61 years of age, describing him as one of the foundation pillars of the party. A statement issued by the spokesman of the party, …
PDP salutes Makarfi at 61Vanguard
Makarfi discloses PDP's position on restructuring and 2014 confab reportBuzz Reporters (press release) (blog)

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Anambra church shooting: Police arrest suspects – Vanguard


Vanguard

Anambra church shooting: Police arrest suspects
Vanguard
The Anambra state Police Command has said that it has arrested suspects involved in the early Sunday morning killing of worshippers at St. Philips Catholic Church in Ozubulu. Spokesman of the command, Nkeiruka Nwode, confirmed this to TheCable on …
Ozubulu church attack: 5 true realities about black Sunday by Okonkwo Dubem ValNAIJ.COM
Ozubulu killings: Fear persists as victims recount experienceDaily Post Nigeria
Ndoma-Egba Condemns Anambra Church KillingsLeadership Newspapers
Pulse Nigeria –The News –The Nation Newspaper –CHANNELS TELEVISION
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Kogi West: APC persuades court to consolidate suits against Melaye’s recall – Vanguard


Vanguard

Kogi West: APC persuades court to consolidate suits against Melaye's recall
Vanguard
ABUJA- The All Progressive Congress, APC, on Monday, persuaded the Federal High Court in Abuja to consolidate two suits that are seeking to stop the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, from going ahead with the process for the recall of …
Court to hear Dino Melaye's recall suit on FridayPulse Nigeria
Court to hear suits on Melaye's recall FridayThe Nation Newspaper
Don't tamper with Kogi APC exco, Melaye, Kadri, others warn OyegunNIGERIAN TRIBUNE (press release) (blog)

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Senators allegedly want Hope Uzodinma removed as Customs Committee Chair – Daily Post Nigeria


Daily Post Nigeria

Senators allegedly want Hope Uzodinma removed as Customs Committee Chair
Daily Post Nigeria
Following alleged shocking discoveries in documents circulated recently which showed that Senator Hope Uzodinma owns substantial interest in NigerGlobal Engineering and Technical Company Limited, lawmakers have reportedly commenced agitation for …
Retract your statement or face legal action, CCM tells UmarNational Accord
Senate Fighting Vendetta War with Executive – Col. UmarThe Streetjournal

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Gunmen allegedly abduct 15 passengers from commercial transport vehicle in Rivers state – NAIJ.COM


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Gunmen allegedly abduct 15 passengers from commercial transport vehicle in Rivers state
NAIJ.COM
A God is Good Motors vehicle transporting 15 passengers to Lagos was allegedly hijacked by gunmen on Monday, August 7, Punch reports. The incident reportedly occurred at about 7.20am, when the bus was accosted by the gunmen at Elibrada, Emohua …
Lagos-Bound Passengers Kidnapped in Rivers StateBellaNaija
Police Rescue 3 'God Is Good' Kidnapped PassengersThe Whistler
Rivers police confirms attack on God is Good Motors, kidnap of passengers from LagosDaily Post Nigeria
Premium Times –Guardian (blog) –SaharaReporters.com –The Nation Newspaper
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Hate song could trigger crisis in Nigeria – Atiku – NAIJ.COM


NAIJ.COM

Hate song could trigger crisis in Nigeria – Atiku
NAIJ.COM
Former vice president, Atiku Abubakar, has drawn the attention of security agencies to a song which allegedly wishes people of Igbo ethnic group dead. READ ALSO: 2 soldiers dead as army ambush Boko Haram terrorists in new operation (photos). Atiku in a …
Igbo Hate Song: Nigeria does not need a Rwandan déjà vuVanguard
Atiku warns against Rwandan experienceDaily Trust
The Anti-Igbo Hate Song That Could Spark Off Genocide in Nigeria [AUDIO]SIGNAL (press release)
AllAfrica.com –SaharaReporters.com –TODAY.NG
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Obasanjo reveals ‘strategies’ he used in ‘ending’ Biafra war – Daily Post Nigeria


Daily Post Nigeria

Obasanjo reveals 'strategies' he used in 'ending' Biafra war
Daily Post Nigeria
Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo has revealed the strategy he used in leading his officers to victory during the Biafra civil war. Obasanjo, who made the revelation in Lagos yesterday said he had to ensure that his orders were not disclosed to
Nigeria should never have fought the Civil War – Olusegun ObasanjoNAIJ.COM
OBJ: Young people shouldn't be limited… I became head of state at 39TheCable
Why we overthrew Gowon – ObasanjoVanguard
BuzzNigeria.com –AllAfrica.com –The Nation Newspaper –Nigerian Bulletin
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Federal High Court orders permanent forfeiture of Diezani Alison-Madueke’s $37.5m Banana Island mansion to FG – NAIJ.COM


NAIJ.COM

Federal High Court orders permanent forfeiture of Diezani Alison-Madueke's $37.5m Banana Island mansion to FG
NAIJ.COM
A $37.5m Banana Island mansion linked to Diezani Alison-Madueke, Nigeria's former minister of petroleum resources, is to be permanently forfeited to the federal government, on the orders of the Federal High Court in Lagos, Punch reports. In the same
Diezani loses $37.5m Banana Island mansion to Fed GovtThe Nation Newspaper
Court orders final forfeiture of $37.5m mansion linked to DiezaniDaily Trust
Court orders permanent forfeiture of Diezani's '$37.5 million Lagos property'Premium Times
Daily Post Nigeria –Pulse Nigeria –SaharaReporters.com –Reuters
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University students to get free wi-fi facility – Pulse Nigeria


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University students to get free wi-fi facility
Pulse Nigeria
The campus free wi-fi initiative is said to be a Corporate Social Responsibility program of Surfwella. Published: 13:28; Akinbayo Wahab. Print; eMail · Students surfing the Internet play. Students surfing the Internet. (Paxnigerian) …
Surfwella: Nigeria Varsities To Get Free Wi-Fi FacilityBuzzNigeria.com
Surfwella: Students across the country to get free Wi-fiAmoré (press release) (blog)
Firm to provide free Wi-Fi facility in Nigerian varsitiesTODAY.NG

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Independent candidacy will remove party impunity – Sen. Oduah – Vanguard


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Independent candidacy will remove party impunity – Sen. Oduah
Vanguard
A National Assembly member, Sen. Stella Oduah, said approval of independent candidacy in ongoing review of 1999 Constitution would help in reducing political parties' impunity in picking candidates for elections. Oduah, who represents Anambra North …
Rejection of 35% affirmation action bill hinders women participation in governance -Sen. OduahNTA News

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NIMC to register 28m Nigerians by year End – TV360


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NIMC to register 28m Nigerians by year End
TV360
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has set a target to register 28 million Nigerians into the National Identification Number (NIN) system by the end of 2017. Aliyu Aziz, NIMC's director general and chief executive officer, during a
Nigerians May Face Identity Risk Without NIN Registration, NIMC DG InsistsTHISDAY Newspapers
Your citizenship doubtful without identification number – NIMC boss tells NigeriansDaily Trust

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Minimum Wage Committee: Government does not Fulfill its Promises -NLC – Naija News


Naija News

Minimum Wage Committee: Government does not Fulfill its Promises -NLC
Naija News
The Nigeria Labour Congress has disclosed that it will bring the issue of the delay in the constitution of Minimum Wage Committee by the Federal Government to the notice of workers during the next meeting of its National Executive Committee. The
NLC talks tough over new minimum wageDaily Post Nigeria

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Charly boy leads protest to demand for Buhari’s return or resignation – NAIJ.COM


NAIJ.COM

Charly boy leads protest to demand for Buhari's return or resignation
NAIJ.COM
The organization, Concerned Nigerians on Monday, August 7, converged at the Unity Fountain in Abuja urging the president to either resume duty or resign. The group's leader, Deji Adeyanju, said members of the Concerned Nigerians will march to the …
Buhari's illness: Charlyboy making senseless noise – APCDaily Post Nigeria
Aisha goes back to UK as Nigerians expect Buhari's returnDaily Trust
Nigerian protesters demand sick President Buhari return or quitDaily Mail
CHANNELS TELEVISION –Information Nigeria –TheCable –Nigerian Bulletin
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Obasanjo reveals why he once slapped his teacher – Daily Post Nigeria


Daily Post Nigeria

Obasanjo reveals why he once slapped his teacher
Daily Post Nigeria
Obasanjo disclosed that the respect he had for his father made him slap his teacher on his first day in school, after his teacher had asked him the name of his father. He made the disclosure while speaking on the topic, “God in my Life” at the Diocese
OBJ: Young people shouldn't be limited… I became head of state at 39TheCable
Why I slapped my teacher in school – ObasanjoNAIJ.COM
Obasanjo Explains Why He Slapped His Teacher In SchoolBuzzNigeria.com
The Nation Newspaper –Nigeria Today
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Dogara : Reps to spend N6.1b on cars – Pulse Nigeria


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Dogara : Reps to spend N6.1b on cars
Pulse Nigeria
Sources in the Green Chambers say the Peugeot 508 series will be used as a utility vehicle by the lawmakers. Published: 08:04 , Refreshed: 23 minutes ago; Chika Ebuzor. Print; eMail · Members of the House of Representatives play. Members of the House …
200 Rep members get cars worth N6 billionInformation Nigeria
Reps members excited over delivery of more than 200 new carsNAIJ.COM
Over 200 Reps members take delivery of N17m worth SUV eachDaily Post Nigeria
TheCable –Nigerian Bulletin –The Streetjournal –360Nobs.com
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Gunmen kidnap ECWA Director along Kaduna road, demand N100m – Daily Post Nigeria


Daily Post Nigeria

Gunmen kidnap ECWA Director along Kaduna road, demand N100m
Daily Post Nigeria
Suspected Fulani gunmen have abducted Rev John Moses, the Christian Education Director at National Headquarters of Evangelical Church Winning All. It was gathered that the cleric was kidnapped during the weekend between Jere and Bwari, on the …
Alleged Fulani herdsmen kidnap ECWA education directorPulse Nigeria
Fulani herdsmen allegedly kidnap ECWA reverend, demand N100 millionNAIJ.COM
Nigeria: Leading evangelical kidnapped and ransom demandedChristianToday
Naija News
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Restructuring: You’re against what your father and I championed – Adebanjo blasts Osinbajo – Daily Post Nigeria


Daily Post Nigeria

Restructuring: You're against what your father and I championed – Adebanjo blasts Osinbajo
Daily Post Nigeria
Afenifere chieftain, Chief Ayo Adebanjo has condemned the statement by Acting President, Yemi Osinabjo, that those agitating for restructuring were only looking for appointment. The elder statesman spoke on Sunday at the Southern Leaders' Forum meeting …
RESTRUCTURING: Britain's Conspiracy with North Against the South by Ayo AdebanjoVanguard
Southern leaders insist on restructuring, seek talks with northern leadersPremium Times
Let's renegotiate Nigeria now – Southern leaders tell NorthNAIJ.COM
Ripples Nigeria
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Timi Frank explodes again, says APC under Oyegun is dead – Daily Post Nigeria


Daily Post Nigeria

Timi Frank explodes again, says APC under Oyegun is dead
Daily Post Nigeria
According to him, the APC “is dead but not yet bur​ied​ under the current National Chairman.” Atiku​ had stated that:​ “In the absence of those meetings and elections, their​ ​existing leadership, often under the direction of the Executive at the
Timi Frank : Ex-APC spokesman says party is dead under OyegunPulse Nigeria
Bayelsa party chair's suspension: Frank tackles APCDaily Trust
The End is near for APC – Timi FrankInformation Nigeria
Ripples Nigeria –TheCable –NIGERIAN TRIBUNE (press release) (blog)
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No going back on Computer village relocation — LASG – Vanguard


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No going back on Computer village relocation — LASG
Vanguard
LAGOS—IN order to actualise the Ikeja Model City Master Plan, Lagos State Government, has vowed to relocated the largest Information and Communication Technology, ICT, hub in the country popularly called Computer Village, to another location in the …
Nigeria: Lagos Reiterates Commitment to Ikeja Model City Master PlanAllAfrica.com
Big move: Computer Village gets a new spot in LagosAmoré (press release) (blog)
No going back on relocation of Computer Village, says Lagos governmentGuardian (blog)
The Nation Newspaper
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Glo’s Prof Johnbull knocks discrimination against genetic flaws – Daily Trust


Daily Trust

Glo's Prof Johnbull knocks discrimination against genetic flaws
Daily Trust
The latest episode of the rave of the moment TV Drama Series, Professor Johnbull, powered by Globacom, will this week dwell on the issue of genetic flaws in people and the attendant discriminations they suffer in society, the company has said
Glo's Prof. Johnbull kicks against discriminationThe Nation Newspaper
Glo's Professor Johnbull defends people with genetic concernsThe Eagle Online

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ICPC board: Osinbajo steps down 2 nominees – Vanguard


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ICPC board: Osinbajo steps down 2 nominees
Vanguard
The Acting President Yemi Osinbajo has stepped down two of the 14 member he recently announced in to the board of the Independent Corrupt Practices and other offenses Commission (ICPC). Yemi Osinbajo. Laolu Akande, the Senior Special …
The Wisdom In Osinbajo's Decision to Fight Corruption With Corruption, By 'Fisayo SoyomboPremium Times
Osinbajo finally sacks 2 ICPC board nominees over alleged corruptionNAIJ.COM
Osinbajo withdraws nomination of 'corrupt' ICPC board membersDaily Post Nigeria
Pulse Nigeria –AllAfrica.com –News Agency of Nigeria (press release) –Gistmaster (blog)
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Enugu Police Urge Corps Members To Shun Vices – The Tide


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Enugu Police Urge Corps Members To Shun Vices
The Tide
The Enugu State Police Command, last Wednesday advised corps members serving in the state to be law-abiding and obey rules and regulation of their host communities. The Command's Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Ebere Amaraizu, gave …
3 robbery suspects arrested with weapons in EnuguVanguard
Police rescue don, ex-commissionerThe Nation Newspaper
Enugu: Police arrest 3 suspected robbersNews Agency of Nigeria (press release)

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Why Saraki must return pension, Abuja house, by Falana – The Nation Newspaper


The Nation Newspaper

Why Saraki must return pension, Abuja house, by Falana
The Nation Newspaper
Beyond his directive to the Kwara State government to stop paying him pensions, Senate President Bukola Saraki should refund the pension he received since 2007, Lagos lawyer Femi Falana counselled yesterday. Falana, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria …
How I was sacked, dragged to court for commenting on Oyedepo's post about Saraki – TeacherDaily Post Nigeria
Pensions: Ex-governors Should Emulate Saraki – FalanaGistmaster (blog)
Falana asks Saraki to return pension, house given to him by KwaraTheCable
Information Nigeria –Politics Nigeria –Buzz Reporters (press release) (blog)
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PDP kicks as Kano Assembly flouts court order – The Nation Newspaper


TODAY.NG

PDP kicks as Kano Assembly flouts court order
The Nation Newspaper
The national leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the leadership of the Kano State House of Assembly of impunity and recklessness for flouting a Supreme Court judgment. The court, in a July 12 judgment, sacked an All …
Obey Supreme Court, swear in our member, PDP tells Kano Assembly SpeakerPremium Times
Kano assembly won't swear in opposition memberNIGERIAN TRIBUNE (press release) (blog)

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Nigerian must divide – MASSOB insists – NAIJ.COM


NAIJ.COM

Nigerian must divide – MASSOB insists
NAIJ.COM
A faction of the Movement for the Actualization of the Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB) has said Nigeria must divide to pave way for the actualization of the sovereign state of Biafra. READ ALSO: BREAKING: Unknown gunmen attack Anambra church, …
Don't Come To Lagos, Igbo Traders Warn Nnamdi KanuInformation Nigeria
See how Kanu runs his mouthVanguard
Biafra: IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu killing Igbo people by asking them to boycott elections – MASSOBDaily Post Nigeria
Ripples Nigeria –The Nation Newspaper –TheNewsGuru –NIGERIAN TRIBUNE (press release) (blog)
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