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Shell to commit $10m take-off fund to Ogoni clean-up
TODAY.NG Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria has said that it was providing the sum of $10 million as take-off fund and contribution towards the clean-up of Ogoniland. The oil firm further expressed its commitment to the remediation of oil impacted … |
Appeal To Our Diaspora Friends – Nigerian Observer
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Appeal To Our Diaspora Friends
Nigerian Observer It is with great pleasure I write this open letter with the utmost expectation that all is very well with you, your family and all your endeavours. Your patriotism for your motherland is not in doubt because your decision to sojourn abroad became … |
Makarfi gives PDP’s position on restructuring, 2014 confab report – Daily Post Nigeria
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Makarfi gives PDP's position on restructuring, 2014 confab report
Daily Post Nigeria Chairman, National Caretaker Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (NCC-PDP), Senator Ahmed Makarfi, has given the position of the party on restructuring and the 2014 national conference report. Noting that the PDP has nothing against … PDP will reconcile but Sheriff men will not go unpunished – Bode George 2019 PDP presidential ticket: Northeast or Northwest Former Governors, Ministers Ready to… 2019: Hurdles As PDP Opens Doors To Itinerant Politicians |
Remain good ambassadors, envoy tells Nigerians in South Africa – Vanguard
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Remain good ambassadors, envoy tells Nigerians in South Africa
Vanguard Nigeria`s Consul General in South Africa, Amb. Godwin Adama, has called on Nigerians in that country to be good ambassadors. Adama made the call on Sunday at the celebration of the new yam festival by the Igbo community in Johannesburg, South Africa. |
The milestone of the constitution review – TheCable
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The milestone of the constitution review
TheCable Nigeria became an internationally recognised independent nation in 1960 and has since then had series of constitutions in the past which include the colonial era constitutions (1914-1960), Independence Constitution (1960), Republican Constitution (1963 … Still On The Constitution Amendment Constitution amendment or Peoples Constitution? Age and presidency: Barking up the wrong tree |
Utomi disowns Biafra Zionist Federation – NAIJ.COM
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Utomi disowns Biafra Zionist Federation
NAIJ.COM Pat Utomi has distanced himself from a secessionist group, the Biafra Zionist Federation, which named him as the foreign minister of the proposed Biafra Republic. READ ALSO: Group condemns Obasanjo, Babangida, Abubakar over alleged plot to replace … Biafra 'cabinet': I have never met them – Pat Utomi disowns group Metro Biafra 'Cabinet': Pat Utomi Disowns Biafra Movement Pat Utomi rejects Biafran group claims over cabinet appointment |
Pat Utomi rejects Biafran group claims over cabinet appointment – Naija247news
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Pat Utomi rejects Biafran group claims over cabinet appointment
Naija247news A renowned political economist, Prof. Pat Utomi, has disowned a secessionist organisation, Biafra Zionist Federation, which nominated him and few others as cabinet members of the proposed Biafra Republic. Speaking in an interview with SUNDAY PUNCH, … |
Resurgent Boko Haram – BusinessDay (satire) (press release) (registration) (blog)
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Resurgent Boko Haram
BusinessDay (satire) (press release) (registration) (blog) In spite of repeated assurances by the government of President Muhammadu Buhari that it is winning the war against Boko Haram, many Nigerians are not in any form of doubt that the war against the terrorist group has achieved far below the hype … Group hails Trump over sale approval of aircraft to Nigeria Donald Trump's approval for sale of 12 aircraft shows Buhari's military reform is working – CESJET National Security: N500,000 Bounty Still Valid – Army |
Former APC governorship aspirant in Kano decamps to PDP – Daily Post Nigeria
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Former APC governorship aspirant in Kano decamps to PDP
Daily Post Nigeria A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Kano State, Alhaji El-Amin Ibrahim, has decamped to the People's Democratic Party, PDP. While making it official in Kano on Saturday, Ibrahim told newsmen that his decision to dump the ruling party … How APC delegates' congress raised more dust than confidence Kano: Wani jigon jam'iyyar APC a Kano ya sauya sheka zuwa PDP Abdullahi Abbas Emerges Kano APC Chairman |
Metro Hateful Song Calling For Igbo Genocide In Circulation In The North – Group Raises Alarm – Nigerian Bulletin
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Metro Hateful Song Calling For Igbo Genocide In Circulation In The North – Group Raises Alarm
Nigerian Bulletin ''Foundation for Peace Professionals has in its possession, a hate and inciting song, obtained through the social media and currently circulating in Northern Nigeria. We urge the Federal Government to take immediate action to avert the Rwanda Genocide … AUDIO AND TRANSCRIPT: Anti-Igbo Song in Hausa Language Now In Circulation |
Enugu govt discovers 6000 ghost workers, pensioneers – Vanguard
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Enugu govt discovers 6000 ghost workers, pensioneers
Vanguard Enugu State Government has discovered and weeded out 6,280 ghost workers and pensioners from the nominal rolls of local governments councils and its Pensions Board. Part of the discovery was a fallout of the committee that recently disbursed the first … Enugu State: 6280 ghost workers to be probed by ICPC |
Alvan Ikoku college workers issue strike notice – Vanguard
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Alvan Ikoku college workers issue strike notice
Vanguard The Academic and non-academic staff unions of Alvan Ikoku Federal college of Education, Owerri, Imo state have declared a one week warning strike following the decision of the Governing council of the institution to extend the tenure of the Provost … |
Okowa’s aide laments violence against Nigerian youths – Vanguard
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Okowa's aide laments violence against Nigerian youths
Vanguard THE Delta State Government has expressed worry over the high rate of trafficking and violence against Nigerian youths, especially between the ages of 18 and 30. Senior Special Assistant to the State Governor on International Relations, Dr. Genevieve … Delta Governor Okowa celebrates James Ibori at 58 |
PDP failure means APC will win future elections in Abia —Ukauwa, governorship aspirant – Vanguard
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PDP failure means APC will win future elections in Abia —Ukauwa, governorship aspirant
Vanguard Destiny Godspower Ukauwa, a.k.a. Swaz Destiny, is a chieftain of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Abia State. A businessman with interests in oil and gas, philanthropist and political strategist. He has never hidden his ambition to be governor of … |
Countdown to 2019: 12 top politicians to watch – Daily Trust
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Countdown to 2019: 12 top politicians to watch
Daily Trust By Fidelis Mac-Leva | Publish Date: Aug 6 2017 3:00AMThe Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) released the timetable for the 2019 elections in March this year. The next presidential and National Assembly elections will hold on February 16, … Nigeria's most experienced presidential aspirant comes again Group condemns Obasanjo, Babangida, Abubakar over alleged plot to replace Buhari in 2019 2019: Buhari, Atiku, Kwankwaso divide North |
PDP failure means APC will win future elections in Abia —Ukauwa, governorship aspirant – Gistmaster (blog)
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PDP failure means APC will win future elections in Abia —Ukauwa, governorship aspirant
Gistmaster (blog) Destiny Godspower Ukauwa, a.k.a. Swaz Destiny, is a chieftain of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Abia State. A businessman with interests in oil and gas, philanthropist and political strategist. He has never hidden his ambition to be governor of … |
FG, PANDEF strike deal on IOCs’ relocation to region, Amnesty Programme, East-West Road – Vanguard
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FG, PANDEF strike deal on IOCs' relocation to region, Amnesty Programme, East-West Road
Vanguard Contrary to the thinking that the last Thursday meeting between the Federal Government and the Pan Niger Delta Forum, PANDEF, in Abuja, was going to be stormy, given the ultimatum, days earlier, by the regional body to the Presidency to accede to a … Niger Delta militants split Nigeria into five republics [See names ] It's Power Devolution Or Niger Delta Republic, Militants Tell FG Trouble brewing in Niger Delta threatens Nigeria's economy |
Cleric advocates 24-hour national economy – The Nation Newspaper
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Cleric advocates 24-hour national economy
The Nation Newspaper Nigerians sleep too much, leading to low productivity and stunted national development, the Vicar of St. Barth's Anglican Church Aguda Lagos, Venerable Ben Nwanekwu, has stated. He spoke with reporters last Wednesday ahead of the 60th anniversary of … Islamisation: Christians deserve it, says Anglican priest |
Reno condemns alleged hate song against Ndigbo circulating in North – Vanguard
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Reno condemns alleged hate song against Ndigbo circulating in North
Vanguard Bestselling author, Pastor Reno Omokri has condemned an alleged anti-Igbo song allegedly circulating, especially, in the northern parts of the country. Pastor Omokri who cautioned that those behind the hate song should not be overlooked also called on … |
Council boss, Lagos lawmaker donate 520 GCE forms to indigent students – Vanguard
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Council boss, Lagos lawmaker donate 520 GCE forms to indigent students
Vanguard In collaboration to enhance educational development in Agboyi-Ketu LCDA, two notable politicians have given out five hundred and twenty GCE forms to indigent students. The program was organized by the executive chairman of the council, Hon. Oladele … Lawmaker, council boss donate 520 GCE forms to Indigent Students |
Keffi residents celebrate new Emir – P.M. News
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Keffi residents celebrate new Emir
P.M. News Governor Tanko Al-makura of Nasarawa State on Saturday presented a staff of office to the new Emir of Keffi, Dr. Shehu Chindo Yamusa 111. The new monarch succeeds his father, Alhaji Muhammadu Chindo Yamusa 11, who died on December 4, 2015. Restructuring: The stance of the north will be clear soon – Almakura Keffi Local Council Chief Urges Nasarawa Govt to Rehabilitate Roads, Build Drains |
No borrowing for now – Obaseki – Nigerian Observer
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No borrowing for now – Obaseki
Nigerian Observer ABUJA – Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has indicated his administration's resolve not to go for loans as the current interest rates were unbearable for the state economy. Instead, he opted for building and strengthening institutions that would not … |
We are spending paltry N1.2bn on new Akwa Ibom governor’s lodge in Lagos – Emmanuel – Vanguard
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We are spending paltry N1.2bn on new Akwa Ibom governor's lodge in Lagos – Emmanuel
Vanguard Uyo – Gov Udom Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom has denied the allegation that he plans to spend a whopping N9.1 billion to build a new governor's lodge in Lagos. Emmanuel denied the allegation in Uyo on Saturday while answering reporters' questions on the … Akwa Ibom governor reacts to sack of all council chairpersons by court New Lagos lodge'll cost N1.2bn and not N9.1bn – Gov. Emmanuel 'We carry out sensitisation campaign against child abuse because we have to protect our children' |
Osinbajo To Withdraw ICPC Board Nominees Under Probe For Corruption – SaharaReporters.com
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Osinbajo To Withdraw ICPC Board Nominees Under Probe For Corruption
SaharaReporters.com The Presidency has resolved to withdraw the nominations of Maimuna Aliyu and Sa'ad Alanmu, who were named to the board of the anti-graft agency, ICPC, after media exposure of the fact they are being investigated for corruption, PREMIUM TIMES can … Corruption: Osinbajo drops nominees from ICPC board Multi-million naira corruption: 2 ICPC board members appointed by Osinbajo under investigation Presidency to probe Osinbajo's ICPC board nominees |
In a video gone viral, woman tells Pastor Adeboye to return her sister’s money + video – The Eagle Online
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In a video gone viral, woman tells Pastor Adeboye to return her sister's money + video
The Eagle Online A Nigerian lady based in the United Kingdom stole the limelight during the week by posting a video urging Pastor Enoch Adeboye of the Redeemed Christian Church of God and other Nigerian pastors to stop collecting money from people in the name of God. What will happen during this year's RCCG Convention — Pastor Adeboye Take a message to the 'Enoch': Come 'help' my sister with some money Nigerian Lady Tells Pastor Adeboye To Return Her Sister's First Fruit Offering |
Community where dead relatives receive payment, drinks before daughters are given out in marriage – NAIJ.COM
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Community where dead relatives receive payment, drinks before daughters are given out in marriage
NAIJ.COM Otukpa in Benue state is unique community given her customs and traditions in the area of marriage. It's a community where age long customs dictate that parents demand hefty price before women of marriageable age are given out in marriage. In the … Benue community where dead relatives receive fee, drinks before daughters are given out in marriage |
Nigeria’s most experienced presidential aspirant comes again – Vanguard
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Nigeria's most experienced presidential aspirant comes again
Vanguard Only the ignoramus in today's Nigeria will believe that the country's most experienced presidential aspirant will abstain from the 2019 presidential election. •Atiku. After contesting in all presidential primaries/elections since 1993, the man who at … |
Nigeria’s most experienced presidential aspirant comes again – Vanguard
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Nigeria's most experienced presidential aspirant comes again
Vanguard Only the ignoramus in today's Nigeria will believe that the country's most experienced presidential aspirant will abstain from the 2019 presidential election. ADVERTISING. inRead invented by Teads. •Atiku. After contesting in all presidential primaries … Politics 2019: Atiku Eliminated as Nigeria's 'Kingmakers' Say Next President Must Be Less Than 70 Years Old Buhari's successor: Group condemns Obasanjo, Babangida, others |
Northern leaders should restore pride to their people – Vanguard
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Northern leaders should restore pride to their people
Vanguard I don't have to be a prophet or even a political analyst to venture who voted against the Devolution of Power in the National Assembly; just a bit of intuition and common sense. The same intuition that tells me the same set of people must have voted … |
Unknown gunmen murder woman in Osogbo – Daily Post Nigeria
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Unknown gunmen murder woman in Osogbo
Daily Post Nigeria Some gun-wielding men on Saturday murdered a woman in cold blood in Osogbo, the capital of Osun State. The woman, who was said to be a menial worker, was killed around Orisunbare area, a commercial nerve centre of Osogbo metropolis. Eye witness … Elderly woman murdered by unknown gunmen in Osun state (photos) Woman shot dead as drivers clash over ownership of motor park Elderly woman shot dead in Osogbo |
Unknown gunmen murder woman in Osogbo – Daily Post Nigeria
Daily Post Nigeria |
Unknown gunmen murder woman in Osogbo
Daily Post Nigeria Some gun-wielding men on Saturday murdered a woman in cold blood in Osogbo, the capital of Osun State. The woman, who was said to be a menial worker, was killed around Orisunbare area, a commercial nerve centre of Osogbo metropolis. Eye witness … Elderly woman murdered by unknown gunmen in Osun state (photos) Gunmen Kill Middle-Age Woman In Osogbo Woman shot dead as drivers clash over ownership of motor park |
Biafra: We’ll lobby National Assembly for referendum, Igbos will disappoint Nnamdi Kanu – Yerima Shettima – Daily Post Nigeria
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Biafra: We'll lobby National Assembly for referendum, Igbos will disappoint Nnamdi Kanu – Yerima Shettima
Daily Post Nigeria The leader of the Arewa Youths Consultative Forum, AYCF, Yerima Shittima has disclosed they will start lobbying the National Assembly to include referendum in the ongoing constitution amendments. Shettima told Punch that the Northern youths would not … Arewa youths, Igbo representatives form panel to resolve crisis Northern Youth Groups, Igbo Leaders Set Up Reconciliation Committee Over Quit Notice Quit Notice: Igbo groups blast Kalu for hobnobbing with Arewa youths |
Buhari is not bedridden – says Benue Gov – Pulse Nigeria
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Buhari is not bedridden – says Benue Gov
Pulse Nigeria Gov Ortom maintained that the president was mentally alert throughout the period of his meeting with the governors. Published: 1 minute ago; Gbenga Bada. Print; eMail · Gov Samuel Ortom play. Gov Samuel Ortom. (thenigerianvoice) … Fani-Kayode blasts Governor Ortom over comments on Buhari's health Ortom slashes fee for the acquisition of Certificate of Occupancy by 50 percent Snake farm controversy slithers into Benue State |
Buhari is not bedridden – says Benue Gov – Pulse Nigeria
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Buhari is not bedridden – says Benue Gov
Pulse Nigeria Gov Ortom maintained that the president was mentally alert throughout the period of his meeting with the governors. Published: 1 minute ago; Gbenga Bada. Print; eMail · Gov Samuel Ortom play. Gov Samuel Ortom. (thenigerianvoice) … Fani-Kayode blasts Governor Ortom over comments on Buhari's health Ortom slashes fee for the acquisition of Certificate of Occupancy by 50 percent Snake farm controversy slithers into Benue State |
Agric: The Future of Nigeria’s Economy- Gov Sani Bello – NTA News
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Agric: The Future of Nigeria's Economy- Gov Sani Bello
NTA News Governor Sani Bello stated this when he visited the Nigerian Consul General at the Nigerian House in New York. The Governor who said that each of the states in Nigeria has what it takes to generate new streams of revenue, disclosed that he has been … |
Agric: The Future of Nigeria’s Economy- Gov Sani Bello – NTA News
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Agric: The Future of Nigeria's Economy- Gov Sani Bello
NTA News Governor Sani Bello stated this when he visited the Nigerian Consul General at the Nigerian House in New York. The Governor who said that each of the states in Nigeria has what it takes to generate new streams of revenue, disclosed that he has been … |
Who is next in line? Obasanjo, Babangida, Abdulsalami, shop for Buhari’s successor – Amoré (press release) (blog)
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Who is next in line? Obasanjo, Babangida, Abdulsalami, shop for Buhari's successor
Amoré (press release) (blog) Although President Muhammadu Buhari has not officially declined to run for a second term in office, his long absence due to health challenges may have prompted an early search for his successor in 2019 by the nation's “power brokers and kingmakers”. |
Biafra: Arewa youths to lobby N’Assembly on referendum – The Punch
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Biafra: Arewa youths to lobby N'Assembly on referendum
The Punch There are strong indications that the coalition of northern youths will soon start lobbying members of the National Assembly to include referendum in the ongoing constitution amendments. The Arewa Youths Consultative Forum's President, Yerima Shettima, … Arewa youths, Igbo representatives form panel to resolve crisis Quit Notice: Igbo groups blast Kalu for hobnobbing with Arewa youths Igbo quit notice: Northern Youth Coalition soft-pedals, meets Igbo groups |
Former Secretary General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Nduka Eya kidnapped with driver – Vanguard
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Former Secretary General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Nduka Eya kidnapped with driver
Vanguard Septuagenarian former Secretary-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo and Egbe Evu Mbe of Umuitodo, Enugu Ezike, in Igbo Eze North Local Government Area of Enugu State, Chief Isaac Nduka Eya has been abducted in Enugu by suspected kidnappers. Police collaborate to rescue abducted Enugu professor, driver Police rescue abducted don, arrest suspect Police, others move to rescue kidnapped don |
Former Secretary General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Nduka Eya kidnapped with driver – Vanguard
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Former Secretary General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Nduka Eya kidnapped with driver
Vanguard Septuagenarian former Secretary-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo and Egbe Evu Mbe of Umuitodo, Enugu Ezike, in Igbo Eze North Local Government Area of Enugu State, Chief Isaac Nduka Eya has been abducted in Enugu by suspected kidnappers. Police collaborate to rescue abducted Enugu professor, driver Police rescue abducted don, arrest suspect Police, others move to rescue kidnapped don |
‘It is wrong to go after Lai Mohammed’ – Tony Okoroji berates PMAN – Nigerian Entertainment Today
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'It is wrong to go after Lai Mohammed' – Tony Okoroji berates PMAN
Nigerian Entertainment Today Copyright Society of Nigeria (COSON) chairman, Tony Okoroji has hit out at the Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria (PMAN) for petitioning the Information and Culture minister, Lai Mohammed. PMAN had petitioned the minister over what it … WHO'S THE MODERN ENEMY OF NIGERIAN CREATIVE INDUSTRY? Attention: AGF, PMAN Okoroji berates PMAN for disparaging Minister over summit |
Disqualify Tony Nwoye Now, APC group urges party – NAIJ.COM
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Disqualify Tony Nwoye Now, APC group urges party
NAIJ.COM A group within the Anambra state chapter of the APC, the Anambra APC Grassroots Support Group (AAGSG) has called for the disqualification of Honourable Tony Nwoye from the party's primary election ahead of the Anambra governorship poll. The AAGSG … Nwoye's supporters fume over conspiracy to stop him Anambra guber: APC group wants aspirant disqualified |
Kaduna targets N24bn IGR by year-end – Commissioner – The News
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Kaduna targets N24bn IGR by year-end – Commissioner
The News Kaduna State Government on Friday said it would achieve the over N24 billion internal revenue target it set for the 2017 fiscal year. The State Commissioner for Budget and Planning, Muhammad Sani, gave the assurance in an interview with newsmen in … |
APGA crisis: Where will the pendulum swing? – Vanguard
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APGA crisis: Where will the pendulum swing?
Vanguard SINCE October 12, 2016 when some members of the National Working Committee, NWC, of All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), carried out what could easily pass as a coup d'état by passing a vote-of-no confidence on the national chairman of the party, … APGA Leadership Tussle: Party To Sue Agbaoso For Break-in APGA Condemns Invasion of Headquarters Stop parading yourself as APGA national chairman – Obigwe tells Agbaso |
Ogun : Beneficiaries laud Amosun on C of O distribution – TVC News
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Ogun : Beneficiaries laud Amosun on C of O distribution
TVC News Governor Amosun Beneficiaries of the Home Owner Charter in Ogun State have commended the state governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun for fulfilling his promises on the issuance of certificates of occupancy to genuine applicants. They made this known after … |
New minimum wage: NASS ready, waiting for executive – Saraki – The Nation Newspaper
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New minimum wage: NASS ready, waiting for executive – Saraki
The Nation Newspaper Senate President Bukola Saraki says the National Assembly is ready to consider and pass a new Minimum Wage Bill whenever it is presented by the executive. Saraki told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja that the senate was aware of the need to … Oyegun's APC leadership lacks focus – Saraki declares Constitution review: Senate to remove Presidential assent, says unnecessary – Saraki Saraki asked to return all monies allegedly collected as pension |
Archbishop of Canterbury visits Buhari, pledges prayers – The Punch
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Archbishop of Canterbury visits Buhari, pledges prayers
The Punch The Presidency has disclosed that the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, on Friday, paid a visit to the ailing President Muhammadu Buhari in London, United Kingdom, where he has been receiving medical attention since May 7. The Special Adviser to … |
Bayelsa APC Crisis Deepens as DSS, Police Take Over Secretariat – THISDAY Newspapers
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Bayelsa APC Crisis Deepens as DSS, Police Take Over Secretariat
THISDAY Newspapers The power tussle within the All Progressives Party (APC) in Bayelsa took a new turn yesterday when operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) and the police took over the party secretariat in the state located along the Mbiama/Yenagoa road. Suspension: Police, DSS take over APC secretariat |
Police foil suicide bomb attacks in Borno – Vanguard
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Police foil suicide bomb attacks in Borno
Vanguard Three suicide bombers who attempted to sneak into Maiduguri metropolis on Friday morning were prevented by security operatives deployed at Molai general area. ADVERTISING. inRead invented by Teads. Confirming the incident, Police Public Relations … Borno journalists donate cement for reconstruction of destroyed communities Two dogs, three bombers die in foiled Boko Haram attack Dogs die trying to stop Boko Haram suicide bombers from detonating Bomb ( Read full story ) |
Biafra: The Legal, Political, Economic, and Social Questions – Vanguard
Vanguard |
Biafra: The Legal, Political, Economic, and Social Questions
Vanguard We know very well that the toad does not run in the daytime for nothing; if it is not after something, then something must be after it. Although Nigeria is not new to agitations of all kinds, the nation has of recent been caught in a cacophony of … |
Alleged N30tr ports scam: Senate orders arrest of CEOs of Glo, Dana, Visafone, 27 others – The Nation Newspaper
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Alleged N30tr ports scam: Senate orders arrest of CEOs of Glo, Dana, Visafone, 27 others
The Nation Newspaper The Senate yesterday made good its threat to get the chief executive officers of 30 companies arrested for allegedly failing to appear before it. The arrest order was issued by the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Customs, Excise and Tariff and … Senate orders arrest of business mogul, Mike Adenuga, others over N30 trillion revenue scam Senate orders arrest of 30 CEOs of companies in Nigeria N30trn ALLEGED FRAUD: Senate fumes, orders arrest of Adenuga, 29 other CEO's |
Militants explode: Split Nigeria into five Republics – Vanguard
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Militants explode: Split Nigeria into five Republics
Vanguard THE agitations for self-determination in Nigeria have taken another alarming dimension with calls for the country to be split into five entities to be collectively known as the United Republics of Nigeria. This came as the Convener of Pan Niger Delta … Experts Talk Food Insecurity In Niger Delta Arising From Environmental Pollution After meeting Osinbajo, Niger Delta leaders withdraw ultimatum to Nigerian govt What I told Niger Delta elders during our meeting at Aso Rock – Osinbajo |
2011/12 Osun pensioners disrupt prayers for Aregbesola’s mother despite payment of N5.1billion to workers (photo) – NAIJ.COM
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2011/12 Osun pensioners disrupt prayers for Aregbesola's mother despite payment of N5.1billion to workers (photo)
NAIJ.COM Following the payment of over N5.1billion to workers by the state government of Osun, pensioners under the aegis of Forum 2011/12 retired public servant in Osun has staged a well-planed protest demanding for more payment from the government. Opinion: Why do people want Gov Aregbesola's head on a pike? It is very tough to lose one's mother —Aregbesola BreakingNews 4/8/17 – Buhari phones Aregbesola over mother`s death |
Breaking: FG sets up Judicial Commission on human rights abuses by military – Vanguard
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Breaking: FG sets up Judicial Commission on human rights abuses by military
Vanguard ABUJA: Acting President, Yemi Osinbajo has appointed a 7-man Judicial Commission, headed by a Justice of the Court of Appeal, Justice Biobele A. Georgewill, to review compliance of the Armed Forces with human rights obligations and rules of … Osinbajo sets up judicial commission to probe human rights abuses by Nigerian military Osinbajo sets up judicial commission to probe military over rights abuses Osinbajo Inaugurates Commission of Inquiry to Probe Human Rights Abuses by Military |
Al-Makura Tasks Media On Professionalism – CHANNELS TELEVISION
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Al-Makura Tasks Media On Professionalism
CHANNELS TELEVISION The Nasarawa State Governor, Tanko Al-makura, has asked media outfits in the state to uphold the ethics guiding the profession. The governor made the appeal when he presented two vehicles to Radio Nigeria, Precious FM, Lafia. He said the gesture was a … |
Lagos issues STRONG warning for indiscriminate dumping of refuse – NAIJ.COM
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Lagos issues STRONG warning for indiscriminate dumping of refuse
NAIJ.COM For Lagos residents who dump their refuse indiscriminately on the streets and dredgers sand-filling wetlands, the time of reckoning has come. According to Babatunde Adejare, the commissioner for environment, while speaking on Friday, August 4, during a … Nigerians' aspiration to create prosperous nation difficult to achieve without stable power supply – Ambode Ambode storms NERC, seeks approval for 3000MW embedded power project Ambode speaks on steps Lagos is taking to have 24-hour power supply |
LPAN calls on National Assembly to expose those hindering youths’ participation – The Eagle Online
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LPAN calls on National Assembly to expose those hindering youths' participation
The Eagle Online The bill sought to place the age for a candidate wishing to run for the office of the President at 35, governor at 30, and House of Representatives and State Houses of Assembly at 25. Civil rights group, League of Progressive Ambassadors of Nigeria … |
Nigerians react to Archbishop of Canterbury’s visit to Buhari – Daily Post Nigeria
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Nigerians react to Archbishop of Canterbury's visit to Buhari
Daily Post Nigeria Nigerians on social media, particularly Facebook, have reacted to Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby's visit to President Muhammadu Buhari at the Abuja house in London. The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina had … Buhari is our super president – Mixed reactions trail visit of Archbishop of Canterbury Buhari's healing miracle from God, Says Archbishop of Canterbury after visiting Abuja House Archbishop Of Canterbury Visits President Buhari In London |
NAIC, BOA Sign Bilateral Agreement On Agriculture – CHANNELS TELEVISION
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NAIC, BOA Sign Bilateral Agreement On Agriculture
CHANNELS TELEVISION The Nigerian Agricultural Insurance Corporation (NAIC) and the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), have inaugurated a technical steering committee, aimed at facilitating bilateral agreement on agriculture between Nigeria and Morocco. This was disclosed by the … |
Archbishop Of Canterbury Visits President Buhari In London – CHANNELS TELEVISION
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Archbishop Of Canterbury Visits President Buhari In London
CHANNELS TELEVISION The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, on Friday, paid a personal visit to the President, Muhammadu Buhari at his residence in London. The Archbishop said he was delighted to see the President's rapid recovery following his health challenges and … |
Alleged N30trn Revenue Scam: Senate orders arrest of 30 firms’ officials – Vanguard
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Alleged N30trn Revenue Scam: Senate orders arrest of 30 firms' officials
Vanguard The Senate has directed the Police to arrest chief executives of 30 firms, including Crown Flour Mills and Glo Mobile, for failing to appear before its committee probing national revenue loss. The companies are alleged to have been involved in the N30 … |
OPINION: Biafra is a foreign name, whereas the name of Nigeria originated from the River Niger – NAIJ.COM
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OPINION: Biafra is a foreign name, whereas the name of Nigeria originated from the River Niger
NAIJ.COM Editor's note: In this opinion piece, writer, Ekenyerengozi Michael Chima, traces the origin of the name 'Biafra' which he claimed has no origin in the Igbo language. He claimed that pro-Biafra activist, Nnamdi Kanu, and members of the Indigenous … |
Fans React As Kcee Declares Governorship Ambition – CHANNELS TELEVISION
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Fans React As Kcee Declares Governorship Ambition
CHANNELS TELEVISION Singer and songwriter Kcee has declared his intention to run in the forthcoming Anambra elections. Kcee, born Kingsley Okonkwo revealed his desire to become governor of the state via social media, riding on the not too young to run slogan. He will be … |
Oshiomhole, Ezeife, Sagay disagree on Nigeria restructuring – The Nation Newspaper
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Oshiomhole, Ezeife, Sagay disagree on Nigeria restructuring
The Nation Newspaper Former Governor of Edo State, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, Chairman, Presidential Advisory Committee against Corruption, Professor Itse Sagay and a former Governor of Anambra State, Chief Chukwuemeka Ezeife Friday disagree on whether … Buhari's adviser advocates true federalism, says states should determine own minimum wage Nationhood: Oshiomhole, Ezeife, Sagay Differ on Restructuring |
Anambra 2017: Yul Edochie vs Kcee, the battle of the artistes? – YNaija
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Anambra 2017: Yul Edochie vs Kcee, the battle of the artistes?
YNaija It is now common that a lot of successful Nigerian celebrities are beginning to carve a niche for themselves in politics and other fields. Celebrities who have been in politics include; Kate Henshaw, Desmond Elliot, Julius Agwu, 9ice, Richard Mofe … Fans React As Kcee Declares Governorship Ambition |
It’s very tough to lose one’s mother – Aregbesola mourns mum’s exit – Vanguard
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It's very tough to lose one's mother – Aregbesola mourns mum's exit
Vanguard The Governor of Osun, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, on Friday, described the death of his mother as a great blow to Aregbesola dynasty and womanhood. This was as the Kwara State Governor, AbdulFatai Ahmed described Aregbesola's mother as a complete … Aregbesola feels 'deep sorrow' from mother's death |
How Apostle Suleman’s ‘magnanimity’ led to the freedom of three convicted rapists – TheCable
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How Apostle Suleman's 'magnanimity' led to the freedom of three convicted rapists
TheCable Johnson Suleman, founder of Omega Fire Ministry, may have done more harm than good by seeing to the release of seven prisoners, including three rapists, from Auchi Prison, Edo state. Two of the ex-convicts were sentenced in March 2017 for gang raping a … Apostle Suleman allegedly brings baby back to life Apostle Suleman: Police in search of Stephanie Otobo's alleged accomplice, surety |
Governor Fayose appoints 6 new commissioners – NAIJ.COM
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Governor Fayose appoints 6 new commissioners
NAIJ.COM The governor of Ekiti state, Ayodele Fayose, has approved the appointment of six persons as members of the state executive council. The appointments were announced in a statement on Friday, August 4, by Lere Olayinka, the media aide to the governor. Fayose says he is not running as Atiku's vice in 2019 Presidency: Fayose to officially declare his intention in October Understanding Fayose's Obsession With The Military |
Maku calls Biafran group, BZF, ‘victims’ of failed leadership – Pulse Nigeria
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Maku calls Biafran group, BZF, 'victims' of failed leadership
Pulse Nigeria The former Minister of Information said he's more interested in the unity of the country. Published: 27 minutes ago; Samson Toromade. Print; eMail · Former Minister of Information, Mr Labaran Maku play. Former Minister of Information, Mr Labaran Maku. |
US approves sale of N219 billion attack planes to Nigeria – Premium Times
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US approves sale of N219 billion attack planes to Nigeria
Premium Times The United State government has approved the sale of 12 high-tech attack aircraft worth N219 billion ($600 million) to Nigeria's Air Force for the fight against the violent extremist group, Boko Haram, White House officials briefed on the matter told … Trump administration approves sale of attack planes to Nigeria USA report commends Nigerian Military War in Nigeria: Self-Help Vigilante Groups Are Reshaping Security Against Boko Haram |
Newspaper review Friday, August 4 – NAIJ.COM
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Newspaper review Friday, August 4
NAIJ.COM Headlines from mainstream Nigerian newspaper today, Friday, August 4, are focused on Nigeria acquiring some American attack planes to fight Boko Haram and wastage of resources by state governments to non-compliance with tax payment. The Punch … |
Police gives update on Evans – NAIJ.COM
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Police gives update on Evans
NAIJ.COM The inspector general of police, Ibrahim Idris has addressed the issue of the continued incarceration of Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike popularly known as Evans. His arrest sparked nationwide commendation for the police and The Punch reports that the … |
Police gives update on Evans – NAIJ.COM
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Police gives update on Evans
NAIJ.COM The inspector general of police, Ibrahim Idris has addressed the issue of the continued incarceration of Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike popularly known as Evans. His arrest sparked nationwide commendation for the police and The Punch reports that the … Biafra: What will happen to policemen who took photos with Nnamdi Kanu – IGP IG explains why kidnapping occurs in schools…says Evans' trial will be fair 1000 kidnap suspects in police net, says IG |
Nigeria Approves Re-Introduction Of History As A Subject In Schools’ Curriculum – 360Nobs.com
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Nigeria Approves Re-Introduction Of History As A Subject In Schools' Curriculum
360Nobs.com On behalf of the federal government, the National Council on Education (NCE) has approved the re-introduction of History, into the curriculum for primary and secondary schools nationwide. The Chief Executive of the Teachers Registration Council of … The school curriculum brouhaha 'Why govt should promote religious teaching in schools' History Reintroduced Into Curriculum Of Nigerian Schools |
Labaran Maku turns down Biafra ministerial position – NAIJ.COM
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Labaran Maku turns down Biafra ministerial position
NAIJ.COM Labaran Maku, Nigeria's former minister of information has vehemently denied knowing the pro-Biafran group Biafra Zionist Federation, and turned down its ministerial offer. According to reports, Mr.Maku had been named by as aviation minister by the … Politics Labaran Maku Disowns Biafra Zionist Over 'Cabinet Appointment' Maku Disowns Biafran Group, Asks FG to Restructure Nigeria |
Britons now buy made-in-Nigeria suits – FG – Vanguard
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Britons now buy made-in-Nigeria suits – FG
Vanguard ABUJA — THE Federal Government's policy of patronising made-in-Nigeria goods by the citizens is yielding results as some citizens of the United Kingdom now order for Nigeria locally made suits. This came as Nigerian citizens residing in China have … |
Nigeria: Stakeholders Partner Oyo At N50bn Healthcare Fund Launch – AllAfrica.com
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Nigeria: Stakeholders Partner Oyo At N50bn Healthcare Fund Launch
AllAfrica.com Ibadan — IN line with the Oyo State government's determination to overhaul the healthcare system for effective service delivery, stakeholders in the health sector, including captains of industries have partnered the state government in realisation of … |
Nigeria: Stakeholders Partner Oyo At N50bn Healthcare Fund Launch – AllAfrica.com
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Nigeria: Stakeholders Partner Oyo At N50bn Healthcare Fund Launch
AllAfrica.com Ibadan — IN line with the Oyo State government's determination to overhaul the healthcare system for effective service delivery, stakeholders in the health sector, including captains of industries have partnered the state government in realisation of … |
Nigeria can’t move forward without devolution of power —Sen Ohuabunwa – Vanguard
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Nigeria can't move forward without devolution of power —Sen Ohuabunwa
Vanguard UMUAHIA—SENATOR Mao Ohuabunwa, representing Abia North at the National Assembly, has said that Nigeria cannot move forward without devolution of power. Sen. Mao Ohuabunwa. Ohuabunwa also said the issue of devolution of power failed in the … |
Nigeria can’t move forward without devolution of power —Sen Ohuabunwa – Vanguard
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Nigeria can't move forward without devolution of power —Sen Ohuabunwa
Vanguard UMUAHIA—SENATOR Mao Ohuabunwa, representing Abia North at the National Assembly, has said that Nigeria cannot move forward without devolution of power. Sen. Mao Ohuabunwa. Ohuabunwa also said the issue of devolution of power failed in the … |
Why state govts get away with wastage, corruption – Finance Minister, Adeosun – Vanguard
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Why state govts get away with wastage, corruption – Finance Minister, Adeosun
Vanguard LAGOS—Finance Minister, Mrs Kemi Adeosun, yesterday, attributed wastage of resources by state governments to non-compliance with tax payment by many Nigerians, especially at the state level. Mrs. Adeosun, who made this known during a Facebook … Newspaper review Friday, August 4 We will tax first class and business class air tickets —Adeosun What To Expect From The Proceeds Of First And Business Class Ticket Taxes |
Obiano names wife, Umeh in campaign team – Vanguard
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Obiano names wife, Umeh in campaign team
Vanguard IMMEDIATE past national chairman of All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, Chief Victor Umeh, has bounced back to reckoning with his appointment as the chairman of the 87-member Governor Willie Obiano Campaign Organization. His appointment has … |
Obiano names wife, Umeh in campaign team – Vanguard
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Obiano names wife, Umeh in campaign team
Vanguard IMMEDIATE past national chairman of All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, Chief Victor Umeh, has bounced back to reckoning with his appointment as the chairman of the 87-member Governor Willie Obiano Campaign Organization. His appointment has … |
Nigeria in distress: Is there a way forward to a great future? (4) – Vanguard
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Nigeria in distress: Is there a way forward to a great future? (4)
Vanguard 3.The Exclusive Federal List, may be revised to include only subjects essential to the functioning of an effective Federation. Such a List should include: External Affairs, International Agreements, Defence, The Armed Forces, Immigration and Emigration … |
Nigeria in distress: Is there a way forward to a great future? (4) – Vanguard
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Nigeria in distress: Is there a way forward to a great future? (4)
Vanguard 3.The Exclusive Federal List, may be revised to include only subjects essential to the functioning of an effective Federation. Such a List should include: External Affairs, International Agreements, Defence, The Armed Forces, Immigration and Emigration … |
PDP ex-ministers back zoning as Makarfi says era of special privileges over – Vanguard
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PDP ex-ministers back zoning as Makarfi says era of special privileges over
Vanguard ABUJA—Chairman, National Caretaker Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Senator Ahmed Makarfi, has warned members of the party not to expect any form of special privileges as the party prepares for its non-elective convention fixed for … Makarfi blasts 'nomadic politicians', says nobody in PDP will get special treatment Ahmed Makarfi : PDP chairman says there is no special privilege for anybody PDP: No special privileges for 'nomadic politicians' |
PDP ex-ministers back zoning as Makarfi says era of special privileges over – Vanguard
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PDP ex-ministers back zoning as Makarfi says era of special privileges over
Vanguard ABUJA—Chairman, National Caretaker Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Senator Ahmed Makarfi, has warned members of the party not to expect any form of special privileges as the party prepares for its non-elective convention fixed for … PDP welcomes new entrants, says no special privilege for anybody Ahmed Makarfi : PDP chairman says there is no special privilege for anybody PDP Non-Elective Convention: Ex-PDP ministers pledge support |
Campaign posters of Terry G for governor flood Benue – Daily Post Nigeria
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Campaign posters of Terry G for governor flood Benue
Daily Post Nigeria Benue-born singer and self-acclaimed Akpako Master, Gabriel Oche Amanyi, otherwise known as Terry G has reportedly indicated interest in his state's governorship seat. Citizens of the state on Thursday woke up to see the posters of the singer … EXTRA: Terry G wants to be 'governor and deputy governor' of Benue Gabriel Oche Amanyi “Terry G” To Contest For Benue State Governorship Election Is Terry G pulling a publicity stunt? |
Campaign posters of Terry G for governor flood Benue – Daily Post Nigeria
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Campaign posters of Terry G for governor flood Benue
Daily Post Nigeria Benue-born singer and self-acclaimed Akpako Master, Gabriel Oche Amanyi, otherwise known as Terry G has reportedly indicated interest in his state's governorship seat. Citizens of the state on Thursday woke up to see the posters of the singer … EXTRA: Terry G wants to be 'governor and deputy governor' of Benue Gabriel Oche Amanyi “Terry G” To Contest For Benue State Governorship Election Is Terry G pulling a publicity stunt? |
24hrs ports operations: Maritime police defies Osinbajo’s executive order – Vanguard
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24hrs ports operations: Maritime police defies Osinbajo's executive order
Vanguard THE Maritime Police Command seems to have ignored the executive order by acting President Yemi Osinbajo, directing all agencies at the ports to work together to ensure 24 hours port operations. Importers told Vanguard Maritime that officials of the … |
Vital issues in Delta State LG elections – Vanguard
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Vital issues in Delta State LG elections
Vanguard ONE attribute of democracy is the organisation of elections as at when due at all levels of governance. Dr Arthur Ifeanyi Okowa's attitude to this, is regenerativeness aas opposed to what obtained during the era of his predecessor, Dr. Emmanuel … |
NLNG stops capital flight, localizes maritime training – Vanguard
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NLNG stops capital flight, localizes maritime training
Vanguard THE Nigerian Liquefied Natural Gas, NLNG, Limited has commenced the training of Nigerian maritime professionals in its newly commissioned world class Maritime Centre of Excellence located at the company's Bonny Island base, Rivers State, with a view to … |
Obiogbolu exudes confidence – Vanguard
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Obiogbolu exudes confidence
Vanguard PDP aspirant, Dr. Alex Obiogbolu, has further expressed confidence in winning the ticket of the party if the primaries are conducted fairly even as he described the experience of picking the nomination form of the party at the National Secretariat as a … |
Akarigbo stool: Family wants equity for aspirants – Vanguard
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Akarigbo stool: Family wants equity for aspirants
Vanguard The ruling house of Rolade Adetinuoye Akarigbo of Remo land, Ogun State has called for equity for all aspirants in the process for picking the next Akarigbo of Remoland following the demise of the late Oba Adeniyi Sonariwo. The family in a statement by … |
I’m not running as Atiku’s vice in 2019 – Fayose says – Pulse Nigeria
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I'm not running as Atiku's vice in 2019 – Fayose says
Pulse Nigeria Ekiti state Governor, Ayodele Fayose has denied media reports that he has been selected to run as Vice President to Atiku Abubakar President in 2019, under the platform of the PDP. In a statement issued by Lere Olayinka, the Governor's spokesman, he … I'm not running as Atiku's vice in 2019, will officially declare intention in October – Fayose 2019: I'm not running as Atiku's Vice – Fayose Is Atiku Abubakar gradually becoming the opposition within the APC? |
Police dismiss 4 officers accused of burgling Jonathan’s house – NAIJ.COM
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Police dismiss 4 officers accused of burgling Jonathan's house
NAIJ.COM Some police officers who were arrested for allegedly burgling an Abuja residence of ex-president, Goodluck Jonathan, have been dismissed from the service by the Nigerian Police Force. READ ALSO: I do not want one Nigeria, I can never want it – Nnamdi … Four police officers dismissed over theft of ex-President Jonathan's belongings How policemen looted Goodluck Jonathan's Abuja house Police Dismiss Four Officers Over Theft Of Jonathan's Property |
Lagos arraigns 28 adults, 12 minors for engaging in homosexuality – Vanguard
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Lagos arraigns 28 adults, 12 minors for engaging in homosexuality
Vanguard The Lagos State Government on Thursday arraigned 28 adults and 12 minors before a Lagos Magistrate Court for allegedly engaging in homosexuality contrary to the laws of the land. 28 adults being arraigned for engaging in homosexuality before the Yaba … Lagos State Arraigns 40 For 'Engaging In Homosexuality' 42 homosexuals arraigned in Lagos magistrate court 'Homosexuals' arrested in Lagos hotel arraigned in court |
Magu, Malami not fighting over corrupt politicians’ case files-Spokesman – Vanguard
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Magu, Malami not fighting over corrupt politicians' case files-Spokesman
Vanguard Abuja – As media reports continue to suggest real and impending face-off between the agency and the Attorney General of the Federation, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has denied any rift between the two, blaming corrupt officials of … EFCC issues warning against fraudsters who claim to work for Magu We obey all relevant laws, EFCC says; denies rift with Attorney General FOI Act provides legal backing to access information – AGF |
Breaking: Arewa youths say quit notice to Ndigbo stands, have sent Kanu’s atrocities to UN – Vanguard
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Breaking: Arewa youths say quit notice to Ndigbo stands, have sent Kanu's atrocities to UN
Vanguard The Arewa Youths Consultative Forum (ACF) has said that the quit notice it gave Nigerians of Igbo extraction to vacate all northern states before October 1st stands. It also said that it has sent what it termed all the atrocities of the Leader of the … Arewa Youths Hold Meeting Over Quit Notice Our quit notice to Igbos stands – Northern Youth Coalition We Have Not Rescinded Quit Notice To Biafran Igbo – Arewa Youths |
Osun pensioners stage another protest against Aregbesola – Pulse Nigeria
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Osun pensioners stage another protest against Aregbesola
Pulse Nigeria The new protest was staged to press for more payment from the government of Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola. Published: 28 minutes ago , Refreshed: 26 minutes ago; Pulse Mix. Print; eMail · Protesters at the Osun state secretariat play. Protesters at the Osun … Tinubu, Akande, Oyinlola, Osun traditional rulers pay Aregbesola condolence visit over mother's death Family, Friends Offer Special Prayers For Aregbesola's Mother Mother of Osun State Governor, Rauf Aregbesola, Passes On |