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IG To Tackle Violent Crimes
Leadership Newspapers Worried by the number of violent crimes recorded in 2012, the Inspector General of Police, IGP Mohammed Abubakar has disclosed that the Nigeria Police would tackle violent crimes headlong in 2013. Abubakar made this disclosure in a New Year message … Abuja Records Crisis-free Yuletide We will tackle crime vigorously this year- Police IG IG pledges better security in 2013 |
Enugu, in the absence of Chime – The Guardian Nigeria
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Enugu, in the absence of Chime
The Guardian Nigeria IN the midst of the uncertainty surrounding the absence of the Enugu State Governor Sullivan Chime, the deputy governor Mr. Sunday Chidi Onyebuchi, who has been acting as governor, celebrated his 100 days in office on December 27. Onyebuchi has by … Many are the afflictions of state governors Gov Chime's Absence Stirs |
How Nollywood actress, Bisi Komolafe, died in Ibadan •Her last moments with … – Nigerian Tribune
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How Nollywood actress, Bisi Komolafe, died in Ibadan •Her last moments with …
Nigerian Tribune Bisi Komolafe NOLLYWOOD was, on Tuesday morning, thrown into mourning, following the news of the death of popular Yoruba actress and producer, Bisi Komolafe, who died at the University College Hospital (UCH) in the early hours of Tuesday. The social … Bisi Komolafe- life and times of a movie star |
Goodbye 2012, Welcome 2013 – The Nation
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Goodbye 2012, Welcome 2013
The Nation Yesterday, Tuesday, January 1, marked the beginning of yet another year. This event, as usual, was heralded by pomp and ceremony all over the world. The ceremonies were rather spontaneous. This is because regardless of previous or past experiences, … Nigerians Welcome New Year with Optimism Nigeria: CLO Warns FG Against Increase in Fuel Price in 2013 |
2013 will be better than 2012 but… – Adeboye •2013: Volatile, rebellious year … – Nigerian Tribune
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2013 will be better than 2012 but… – Adeboye •2013: Volatile, rebellious year …
Nigerian Tribune Olukoya, E.A. Adeboye & T.B. Joshua THE General Overseer, Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has said that the New Year will be better than 2012, just as he said that Nigerians must pray fervently over some issues. |
Gunmen abduct Delta varsity workerGunmen abduct Delta varsity worker – The Guardian Nigeria
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Gunmen abduct Delta varsity workerGunmen abduct Delta varsity worker
The Guardian Nigeria A group of gunmen has abducted a senior official of the Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka, Mr. Martins Denedo at the gate of his residence in Abraka, Ethiope East Local Council of the state. Denedo, a chartered accountant and treasurer of the DELSU … Varsity Staff Kidnapped in Delta |
Okorocha, Anyanwu trade words over alleged breach of gov’s convoy – The Guardian Nigeria
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Okorocha, Anyanwu trade words over alleged breach of gov's convoy
The Guardian Nigeria IMO State Government and Senator Chris Anyanwu have been trading words over the reported breach of Governor Rochas Okorocha's convoy, during which Anyanwu's pilot driver was beaten up by suspected security aides of the governor. Their convoys … |
Police arrest importer of fireworks in Lagos – The Guardian Nigeria
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Police arrest importer of fireworks in Lagos
The Guardian Nigeria THE importer of fireworks popularly called 'banger' which wreaked havoc in Lagos on Boxing Day, celebrated the new year in police custody. The Lagos State Police Command arrested him a few days ago. The Guardian learnt the suspect was arrested on … Lagos explosion and fire wrecks neighbourhood Lagos Assembly To Review Law On Firecrackers |
SURE-P a conduit pipe, says labour leader – The Guardian Nigeria
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SURE-P a conduit pipe, says labour leader
The Guardian Nigeria DEPUTY National President of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Promise Adewusi, has described the Subsidy Reinvestment Programme (SURE-P) of the Federal Government as a conduit pipe being used to fritter away Nigeria's common … NLC Deputy President casts doubts on FG's SURE-P programme Expedite Action in Prosecuting Oil Subsidy Beneficiaries, NLC Tells FG |
Lagos State First Lady Visits First Babies Of The Year – CHANNELS
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Lagos State First Lady Visits First Babies Of The Year
CHANNELS The first lady of Lagos state, Abimbola Fashola has been going round hospitals in the state to present gifts to babies born on the first day of the New Year. The first baby born in Lagos this year baby Ademuyiwa Carew came into the world at about 12:01 am at … First Babies of the Year in Lagos, Ekiti, Osun |
Oshiomhole Mourns Former Captain Of Green Eagles – CHANNELS
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Oshiomhole Mourns Former Captain Of Green Eagles
CHANNELS Edo State Governor, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole has commiserated with the Oduah family on the death of the patriarch of their family, Mr.Victor Oduah, former captain of Nigeria's national football team, the Green Eagles. In a condolence message signed by … New Year Messages… Governors urge unity, sacrifice, pledge greater service Expect good tidings in 2013 – Oshiomhole |
“Expect More Programmes & Projects In 2013″, … – The Streetjournal
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“Expect More Programmes & Projects In 2013″, …
The Streetjournal The year 2012 brought different things to different people across the world. While many had reasons to rejoice for what their lot was as the year went on, some were… Read More · Sweet, Sour & Bloody: 2012 In Retrospect! Yenogoa Stands Still For Azazi! |
FCT in 2012 – Demolitions, Land Swap, New Districts – AllAfrica.com
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FCT in 2012 – Demolitions, Land Swap, New Districts
AllAfrica.com The activities of the FCT Administration (FCTA) in the outgoing year, 2012, ended with optimism that the incoming year, 2013, holds lots of promise for the residents of the Federal Capital Territory. The bad news, though, is that demolitions were carried out in … FG Sets Up 15-Man Committee To Investigate Gwako Clashes 2 killed, 1500 displaced in Abuja clash 1500 displaced as Fulani, Gwari clash in FCT •2 dead, 27 communities affected |
Obasanjo Commends Orji on Security – CHANNELS
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Obasanjo Commends Orji on Security
CHANNELS In the face of reports of insecurity, the relative peace that Abia state has enjoyed has been attributed to its government's partnership with the Federal Government. The state governor, Theodore Orji dropped this hint during the visit of former President Olusegun … 'Igbo may not produce President in 2015' NDDC plans 10 roads in Aba Orji Promises to Industrialise Abia |
ABDUCTION OF NOLLYWOOD STAR : Police parade 4 suspects – Nigerian Tribune
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ABDUCTION OF NOLLYWOOD STAR : Police parade 4 suspects
Nigerian Tribune FOUR suspected criminals arrested in connection with the abduction of popular Nollywood star, Nkiru Sylvanus, were, on Monday, paraded before newsmen by the Imo State police command. The state Commissioner of Police, Mr Adisa Bolanta, who paraded … Police parade suspected abductors of Nollywood actress, recover ransom Police Rescue Abducted Woman, 78, Arrest Three |
Why the North opposed PIB —Yobe ex-gov – Nigerian Tribune
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Why the North opposed PIB —Yobe ex-gov
Nigerian Tribune FORMER governor of Yobe State, Senator Bukar Abbah Ibrahim, has given reasons the northern political establishment is opposed to the passage of the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB), insisting that the bill, as presented, aims at putting more money in the oil … Why we oppose Petroleum Industry Bill – Northern Senators |
Jonathan approves new boards for FMBN, FCDA, NECO, others – Nigerian Tribune
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Jonathan approves new boards for FMBN, FCDA, NECO, others
Nigerian Tribune PRESIDENT Goodluck Jonathan, on Monday, approved the constitution of a board for the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN), Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) and some other some agencies. The approval was contained in a statement … Murray Bruce heads Federal radio board Jonathan approves constitution of the Board of Directors of nine FG agencies |
44 dead, 398 injured in road mishap in Nasarawa – Nigerian Tribune
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44 dead, 398 injured in road mishap in Nasarawa
Nigerian Tribune NO fewer than 44 persons were feared dead, while 398 sustained injuries in different road accidents in Nasarawa State, between January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2012. According to the statistic obtained by the Nigerian Tribune, on Monday, in Lafia, the … Al- Makura: Why I upgraded some traditional rulers Al-Makura – Between Myth and Reality NSUBEB Was A Contract Vineyard For Political Godfathers — Chairman |
44 dead, 398 injured in road mishap in Nasarawa – Nigerian Tribune
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44 dead, 398 injured in road mishap in Nasarawa
Nigerian Tribune NO fewer than 44 persons were feared dead, while 398 sustained injuries in different road accidents in Nasarawa State, between January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2012. According to the statistic obtained by the Nigerian Tribune, on Monday, in Lafia, the … Al- Makura: Why I upgraded some traditional rulers Al-Makura – Between Myth and Reality NSUBEB Was A Contract Vineyard For Political Godfathers — Chairman |
44 dead, 398 injured in road mishap in Nasarawa – Nigerian Tribune
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44 dead, 398 injured in road mishap in Nasarawa
Nigerian Tribune NO fewer than 44 persons were feared dead, while 398 sustained injuries in different road accidents in Nasarawa State, between January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2012. According to the statistic obtained by the Nigerian Tribune, on Monday, in Lafia, the … Al- Makura: Why I upgraded some traditional rulers Al-Makura – Between Myth and Reality NSUBEB Was A Contract Vineyard For Political Godfathers — Chairman |
Mob shut Tin Can Island port – Nigerian Tribune
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Mob shut Tin Can Island port
Nigerian Tribune A mob on Monday paralysed all economic activities at the Tin Can Island Port, Lagos , following an accident by a hit and run driver, which resulted in the instant death of a woman, who is a port operator. The early morning incident, according to eyewitnesses … NEW YEAR EVE TRAGEDY: Truck Kills Nigerian Lady |
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Mob shut Tin Can Island port
Nigerian Tribune A mob on Monday paralysed all economic activities at the Tin Can Island Port, Lagos , following an accident by a hit and run driver, which resulted in the instant death of a woman, who is a port operator. The early morning incident, according to eyewitnesses … NEW YEAR EVE TRAGEDY: Truck Kills Nigerian Lady |
Mob shut Tin Can Island port – Nigerian Tribune
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Mob shut Tin Can Island port
Nigerian Tribune A mob on Monday paralysed all economic activities at the Tin Can Island Port, Lagos , following an accident by a hit and run driver, which resulted in the instant death of a woman, who is a port operator. The early morning incident, according to eyewitnesses … NEW YEAR EVE TRAGEDY: Truck Kills Nigerian Lady |
Yakowa: Obasanjo Visits – Leadership Newspapers
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Yakowa: Obasanjo Visits
Leadership Newspapers Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, yesterday, paid a condolence visit on Vice President Namadi Sambo, Governor Mukhtar Ramallan Yero, Kaduna State council of chiefs and Mrs Amina Yakowa over the death of the late Governor Patrick Ibrahim Yakowa … God has been kind to Nigeria, but… —OBJ Don't write Nigeria off, Says Obasanjo Obasanjo: Don't write off Nigeria yet |
IJEODODO PIPELINE FIRE: Residents call for link road – Nigerian Tribune
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IJEODODO PIPELINE FIRE: Residents call for link road
Nigerian Tribune RESIDENTS of Ijeododo in Ojo Local Government Area of Lagos State, have appealed to relevant authorities to provide road on the pipeline linking the community with the Badagry Expressway. They said that provision of such road would prevent vandals … Lagos-Badagry Road To Gulp N20b In 2013 Lagos Denies Seeking FG Fund to Build Roads |
IJEODODO PIPELINE FIRE: Residents call for link road – Nigerian Tribune
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IJEODODO PIPELINE FIRE: Residents call for link road
Nigerian Tribune RESIDENTS of Ijeododo in Ojo Local Government Area of Lagos State, have appealed to relevant authorities to provide road on the pipeline linking the community with the Badagry Expressway. They said that provision of such road would prevent vandals … Lagos-Badagry Road To Gulp N20b In 2013 Lagos Denies Seeking FG Fund to Build Roads |
IJEODODO PIPELINE FIRE: Residents call for link road – Nigerian Tribune
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IJEODODO PIPELINE FIRE: Residents call for link road
Nigerian Tribune RESIDENTS of Ijeododo in Ojo Local Government Area of Lagos State, have appealed to relevant authorities to provide road on the pipeline linking the community with the Badagry Expressway. They said that provision of such road would prevent vandals … Lagos-Badagry Road To Gulp N20b In 2013 Lagos Denies Seeking FG Fund to Build Roads |
Fire disaster victims want Kwara govt’s help – Nigerian Tribune
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Fire disaster victims want Kwara govt's help
Nigerian Tribune Properties worth millions of naira were destroyed in a mysterious inferno that gutted a block of four shops at 22, Sofoluwe Street, off Murtala road, Ilorin. Community News gathered that the incident, which occurred on the eve of Christmas at about 1:30 a.m. to … Tears in Ilorin as Christmas eve fire razes supermarket |
Fire disaster victims want Kwara govt’s help – Nigerian Tribune
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Fire disaster victims want Kwara govt's help
Nigerian Tribune Properties worth millions of naira were destroyed in a mysterious inferno that gutted a block of four shops at 22, Sofoluwe Street, off Murtala road, Ilorin. Community News gathered that the incident, which occurred on the eve of Christmas at about 1:30 a.m. to … Tears in Ilorin as Christmas eve fire razes supermarket |
Fire disaster victims want Kwara govt’s help – Nigerian Tribune
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Fire disaster victims want Kwara govt's help
Nigerian Tribune Properties worth millions of naira were destroyed in a mysterious inferno that gutted a block of four shops at 22, Sofoluwe Street, off Murtala road, Ilorin. Community News gathered that the incident, which occurred on the eve of Christmas at about 1:30 a.m. to … Tears in Ilorin as Christmas eve fire razes supermarket |
Fashola signs Lagos’ N499b 2013 fiscal bill into law – The Guardian Nigeria
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Fashola signs Lagos' N499b 2013 fiscal bill into law
The Guardian Nigeria LAGOS State Governor, Babatunde Fashola, Monday, gave his assent to the 2013 appropriation bill totaling N499 billion. Capital expenditure took the lion share of N269.376 billion, which represented 54 per cent of the total budget, while N229.729 billion … Ngozi Nwosu receives N4.5 Million for Treatment from Lagos State Government Fashola Donates N4.5m For Ngozi Nwosu's Kidney Operation Fashola hopeful of better new year, urges all to stay safe, healthy |
NCS valuation unit recovers N5.2bn – BusinessDay
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NCS valuation unit recovers N5.2bn
BusinessDay The Trade and Tariff Department of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) recovered N5.2 billion revenue from direct notices issued by its valuation unit from January to September, a publication from the service said on Monday. The report is contained in the … NCS Records 95 Deaths In 2012 |
Compel Jonathan To Remove Fuel Subsidy, Man Asks … – CHANNELS
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Compel Jonathan To Remove Fuel Subsidy, Man Asks …
CHANNELS A former Governorship candidate in the 2007 elections in Anambra State, Stanley Okeke has sued President Goodluck Jonathan before an Abuja Federal High Court asking it to compel the President to remove forthwith the subsidy being paid on fuel in the … Jonathan, Okonjo-Iweala dragged to court over fuel subsidy Nigeria: Jonathan, others sued over fuel subsidy Jonathan, Okonjo-Iweala, Allison-Madueke Sued Over Fuel Subsidy Payments |
Fire burns Lagos Deputy Gov.’s residence – News24
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Fire burns Lagos Deputy Gov.'s residence
News24 Lagos – The police on Sunday said the fire at the residence of Mrs Adejoke Adefulire, Lagos State Deputy Governor, was a minor incident. The Area Commander, Area `A' Command Lion Building, ACP Imohinmi Edgal, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) … Fire Guts Section Of Lagos Deputy Governor's Residence Fire at Lagos Deputy Governor's House Fire scare at Lagos deputy governor's residence |
CNPP Seeks Travel Ban Against Corrupt Leaders – AllAfrica.com
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CNPP Seeks Travel Ban Against Corrupt Leaders
AllAfrica.com The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) has asked the international community to impose sanctions against corrupt Nigerian leaders in order alleviate the sufferings of the people. The group said such instruments as freezing of foreign assets, travel … Impose international sanctions on Nigeria corrupt politicians — CNPP |
Terrorism and Recruitment Into the Immigration Service – AllAfrica.com
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Terrorism and Recruitment Into the Immigration Service
AllAfrica.com If you haven't been following developments in the alleged discriminatory recruitment into the Nigeria Immigration Service–which has now been overturned by the Ministry of Interior–you would be excused if you think I'm nuts for having "terrorism," "recruitment" … Immigration repatriates 16738 illegal migrants in 2012 We Will Notify Nigerians Before Recruiting – Immigration CG |
Is the 2013 federal budget ready? – The Punch
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Is the 2013 federal budget ready?
The Punch The presentation of the 2013 federal budget proposals to the National Assembly in October was a departure from the late presentation of budgets to the National Assembly in recent years. Nigerians, understandably, applauded the President and the Finance … Exclusion Of SEC From 2013 Budget: Why Nigeria Must Act Fast Lagos Chamber applauds early passage of 2013 budget, urges National … Budget 2013: Row over benchmark deepens |
CAF executive seat: NSC leaves Maigari out in the cold – Nigerian Tribune
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CAF executive seat: NSC leaves Maigari out in the cold
Nigerian Tribune The hope and aspiration of the president, Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Aminu Maigari to win a seat on the Confederation of African Football (CAF) executive committee may be a mirage after all. Maigari had declared his ambition to fill the seat … NFF to consolidate on 2012 gains — Maigari |
Asari-Dokubo Misguided, Mischievious – Kinsmen – Leadership Newspapers
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Asari-Dokubo Misguided, Mischievious – Kinsmen
Leadership Newspapers Kinsmen of Alhaji Asari Dokubo, under the aegis of The Okirika National Youth Movement, have described his recent outburst against President Goodluck Jonathan as mischievous. The group, in a statement yesterday, said that his coordinated diatribe on the … 2015: Group slams Dokubo-Asari over comments 2015: Presidency Faults Asari On Comment 2015: Pro-Jonathan group hits back at Asari Dokubo |
The Senate In 2012 – Leadership Newspapers
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The Senate In 2012
Leadership Newspapers Chibuzo Ukaibe, in this piece reflects on the activities of the Senate in the last one year. For a year that had the trappings of great potentials for the nation, its pains, sorrows and few joys, were reflected in the mood of the Senate. Naturally, there were high and … From the Senate – the Senate's 2012 Unfinished Business Senate: The unfinished businesses 2013: What fate for PIB, other bills? |
Policeman, 4 others killed as Boko Haram, JTF clash in Yobe – Nigerian Tribune
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Policeman, 4 others killed as Boko Haram, JTF clash in Yobe
Nigerian Tribune A policeman attached to the military Joint Task Force (JTF) in Yobe State was among the five persons killed at the weekend during a gun duel betweeb members of the Boko Haram sect and men of the task force in Yindiski area near Potiskum in Yobe State. JTF Kills Four Suspected Members Of Boko Haram In Yobe |
Jonathan, Okonjo-Iweala dragged to court over fuel subsidy – Nigerian Tribune
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Jonathan, Okonjo-Iweala dragged to court over fuel subsidy
Nigerian Tribune A former governorship candidate in the 2007 elections in Anambra State, Chief Stanley Okeke, has dragged President Goodluck Jonathan before a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, asking it to compel the president to remove forthwith the subsidy being … |
Yahaya resigns from ANPP, BoT – Nigerian Tribune
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Yahaya resigns from ANPP, BoT
Nigerian Tribune A member of the national Board of Trustees (BoT) of the All Nigerian Peoples Party (ANPP) and founding member of the party in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Alhaji Isah Yahaya, has resigned his membership of the BoT and the party. He was a four-time … ANPP BoT Member Resigns |
Obasanjo urges Egbaland monarchs to work for peace – Daily Times Nigeria
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Obasanjo urges Egbaland monarchs to work for peace
Daily Times Nigeria Former president Olusegun Obasanjo, has appealed to prominent traditional rulers in Egbaland to work for peace and reconciliation. Obasanjo made the appeal at the end of the meeting of the Special Committee on the unity of the four sectional Obas in … Obasanjo, Amosun Reconcile Traditional Rulers In Egbaland Obasanjo, others settle rift among Egba monarchs Obasanjo, Shonekan, Others End 20-yr-old Egba Chiefs' Crisis |
Why Delta introduced free healthcare, by Uduaghan – The Guardian Nigeria
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Why Delta introduced free healthcare, by Uduaghan
The Guardian Nigeria GOVERNOR Emmanuel Uduaghan has again assured Deltans that adequate and affordable healthcare remains paramount to his administration. Besides, he warned medical officials and dubious members of the society against extorting money from the … |
2 Killed, 1500 Displaced in Nigeria Clash – CRIENGLISH.com
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2 Killed, 1500 Displaced in Nigeria Clash
CRIENGLISH.com Two people were killed and some 1500 people displaced in a communal clash between Fulani and Gwari tribes in the Nigerian capital Abuja, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) said on Sunday. The escalation of the crisis started Saturday … |
Kidnappers abduct Gombe lawmaker – Daily Times Nigeria
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Kidnappers abduct Gombe lawmaker
Daily Times Nigeria Unidentified persons have kidnapped a member of the Gombe State House of Assembly, Alhaji Jalo Ganga (PDP-Gombe North ), in his residence in the Gombe metropolis on Sunday. A source told Daily Times. Sources said the kidnappers with a motorcycle, … |
We Will Notify Nigerians Before Recruiting – Immigration CG – Leadership Newspapers
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We Will Notify Nigerians Before Recruiting – Immigration CG
Leadership Newspapers Mrs Rose Uzoma, the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), said that Nigerians would be notified before the commencement of the planned recruitment into the service. Uzoma said at a News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) forum in Abuja … |
When Bangers Wreck Havocs On – Leadership Newspapers
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When Bangers Wreck Havocs On
Leadership Newspapers To say that residents of Lagos were in a panic on boxing day when a loud blast was said to have thrown people helter-skelter would be an understatement. However the blast initially believed to have been a bomb, turned out to be from firecrackers in a … Jankara, where crime and law mix freely •Why inferno went wild Lagos Explosion – Buildings to Undergo Integrity Test Lagos marks 50 Houses For Integrity Tests |
2012: Season Of Controversial – Leadership Newspapers
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2012: Season Of Controversial
Leadership Newspapers There were several decisions taken by the government in 2012 which were pleasant while others were unpleasant. Unpalatable as some of them were, they however formed a policy thrust of the government. As the year rolls to an end, SUNNY IDACHABA … Great Expectations for 2013 Knocks, expectations as 2013 approaches |
2012: Season Of Controversial – Leadership Newspapers
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2012: Season Of Controversial
Leadership Newspapers There were several decisions taken by the government in 2012 which were pleasant while others were unpleasant. Unpalatable as some of them were, they however formed a policy thrust of the government. As the year rolls to an end, SUNNY IDACHABA … Great Expectations for 2013 Knocks, expectations as 2013 approaches |
Azazi: A General’s Final Exit – THISDAY Live
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Azazi: A General's Final Exit
THISDAY Live General Andrew Owoye Azazi was a military officer to the core. He was highly taciturn, and a man who chose his words carefully, knowing that every word carries weight and implication. It was not surprising when as the National Security Adviser to the … Jonathan, Cleric Feud Over Corruption At Azazi's Burial No Regrets Appointing Azazi As NSA, Says Jonathan Amaechi Names Street In Port Harcourt After Azazi |
CPC, ACN, ANPP raise committees over mega party – Nigerian Tribune
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CPC, ACN, ANPP raise committees over mega party
Nigerian Tribune Fresh crisis appears to have hit the top echelons of the Congress for Progressive Change (CPC), following the intensification of plans to form a mega party alliance with top opposition parties, including the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) and the All … 2013: Animating the landscape for 2015 2013 and the opposition's mega party plans Nigeria in the Hands of CPC Will Become Somalia – PDP |
Ajimobi, Fasanmi eulogise Adegbonmire – Nigerian Tribune
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Ajimobi, Fasanmi eulogise Adegbonmire
Nigerian Tribune GOVERNOR Abiola Ajimobi of Oyo State has described the death of the late Afenifere leader and Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) chieftain, Chief Wunmi Adegbonmire, as a monumental loss to the progressive camp in the country. The governor, in a … Ajimobi, Fayemi Mourn Adegbonmire leader of the Action Congress of Nigeria in Ondo State dies at 77 |
Politics of Bajoga’s journey to Sir Kashim Ibrahim House – Nigerian Tribune
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Politics of Bajoga's journey to Sir Kashim Ibrahim House
Nigerian Tribune Regional Editor, North-West, HASSAN IBRAHIM, examines the political undercurrents, negotiations and the manoeuvres that occurred before Ambassador Nuhu Bajoga was finally picked as new deputy governor of Kaduna State. AMBASSADOR Nuhu Audu … Bajoga Takes Oath Of Office Bajoga's Age Is An Advantage Bajoga sworn in as deputy governor, Kaduna State |
Human Rights Commission Blasts SSS For Detaining Journalists Without Charges – CHANNELS
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Human Rights Commission Blasts SSS For Detaining Journalists Without Charges
CHANNELS The Nigeria's National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has criticized the State Secret Service (SSS) for detaining two journalists for several days without charges. In a statement released on Saturday, the Chairman of the Commission, Chidi Odinkalu said … Nigeria rights leader blasts journalists detention Nigeria: The IFJ Condemns the Detention of Two Journalists in Nigeria |
Human Rights Commission Blasts SSS For Detaining Journalists Without Charges – CHANNELS
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Human Rights Commission Blasts SSS For Detaining Journalists Without Charges
CHANNELS The Nigeria's National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has criticized the State Secret Service (SSS) for detaining two journalists for several days without charges. In a statement released on Saturday, the Chairman of the Commission, Chidi Odinkalu said … Nigeria rights leader blasts journalists detention Nigeria: The IFJ Condemns the Detention of Two Journalists in Nigeria |
Lagos targets 370 income tax defaulters – P.M. News
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Lagos targets 370 income tax defaulters
P.M. News Nigeria's Lagos State Governor, Babatunde Fashola Raji said his government would soon swoop on 370 high net-worth residents of the state who have been tax dodgers. At a year end ceremony at the Yoruba Tennis Club, Fashola disclosed that his … Fijabi wins Fashola's belt Lagos Assembly passes 2013 budget Fashola Lists Gains of State Traffic Law, Gives Sectoral Scorecard |
Nigeria’s governors annus horribilis – P.M. News
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Nigeria's governors annus horribilis
P.M. News For many Nigerian state governors, it's a year of the locust. From the tragic death of one, to near death experiences for two, and two others reportedly battling near terminal illnesses, it's a year to wish away. The ghastly auto crash, yesterday, in which Governor … Gov. Suntai Will Be Back Soon Nigeria: Season of sorrow for governors My Condolence, Mr President |
Knocks, expectations as 2013 approaches – The Punch
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Knocks, expectations as 2013 approaches
The Punch With a few days to the end of the year, Nigerians reflect on the gains and losses of 2012. They speak to ADEOLA BALOGUN, 'NONYE BEN-NWANKWO, BOSEDE OLUSOLA-OBASA, COMFORT OSEGHALE, ADEMOLA OLONILUA and ABIMBOLA SODEKE … |
Aregbesola’s Administration: Mid-term Assessment – Osun Defender
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Aregbesola's Administration: Mid-term Assessment
Osun Defender As I write this piece to you at OSUN DEFENDER, the event which took place at the recent episode of the programme: “Ogbemi Till Day Break”, held to commemorate the second year in office of Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola and his team of progressives keep … Osun State to spend N1bn on rehabilitation of hospitals in 2013 Osun expends N2.6bn on education subvention Free uniforms for Osun students, computers on the way |
20 feared killed as gunmen attack prison, police station in Adamawa •Professor … – Nigerian Tribune
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20 feared killed as gunmen attack prison, police station in Adamawa •Professor …
Nigerian Tribune About 20 people were feared killed and inmates set free, on Friday, after gunmen struck in Maiha in Maiha Local Government Area of Adamawa State. Reports said the attack in the area, which shares a border with Cameroun, left also many people injured. Gunmen attack Maiha prison, police station 20 dead as gunmen sack prison, police in Adamawa Gunmen Kill 25 in Adamawa, Borno |
Jankara, where crime and law mix freely •Why inferno went wild – Nigerian Tribune
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Jankara, where crime and law mix freely •Why inferno went wild
Nigerian Tribune The victims of Tuesday morning fire that razed the famed Jankara Market are still counting their losses. Though the stockpiling of fire crackers in one of the shops (an alleged illegality) has been blamed for what has become the latest tragedy to have befallen … Lagos explosions: 1500 shops shut, traders lament |
Travellers trapped on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway – Nigerian Tribune
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Travellers trapped on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
Nigerian Tribune Travellers were trapped in a gridlock on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on Thursday night after an accident that involved two heavy-duty vehicles. The accident, it was gathered, occurred after a payloader with registration number: LAGOS KJA 894 XB, pierced … Travellers pass night on Lagos-Ibadan Exp •Incident claims 2 lives, injures 4 |
Lamido, Imam Urge Muslim Women To Study Gynaecology – The Guardian Nigeria
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Lamido, Imam Urge Muslim Women To Study Gynaecology
The Guardian Nigeria CHIEF Imam of Dutse, Dr. Abubakar Sani, has reiterated the need for young Muslim women to study obstetrics and gynaecology, a branch of medicine that deals on the health of women, to preserve the dignity of motherhood. Jigawa State, which currently … Gov. Lamido To Present 2013 Appropriation Bill On Monday |
Borno Governor Weeps At Budget Presentation – Information Nigeria
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Borno Governor Weeps At Budget Presentation
Information Nigeria GOVERNOR KASHIM SHETTIMA PRESENTING THE BUDGET PROPOSAL TO THE SPEAKER OF THE STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY, ABDULKARIM LAWAN. It is not every time you see or hear a governor weeping but not for the chief executive of Borno … Shettima presents N184bn budget for 2013 Borno State government constructs 150 boreholes Governor Renews Call On Boko |
Kidnapping In Nigeria: The Police Connection – P.M. News
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Kidnapping In Nigeria: The Police Connection
P.M. News The abduction of Nkiru Sylvanus, a Nollywood actress who won the heart of Governor Rochas Okorocha of Imo state, southeast Nigeria, to become his Special Assistant on Public Affairs came as shocking when the news broke recently. Nkiru Sylvanus … |
Kebbi to spend N5bn oil subsidy fund on job creation – BusinessDay
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Kebbi to spend N5bn oil subsidy fund on job creation
BusinessDay The Kebbi government on Thursday said it would create 5,000 jobs with N5 billion oil subsidy fund (SURE-P) that accrued to the state. Governor Saidu Dakingari made the explanation in Birnin Kebbi when he received members of the task force on polio … Kebbi Elders Forum Wants Dakingari To Establish Industries |
Kwara Govt. Approves Riders Uniform for Commercial Motorcycle – CHANNELS
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Kwara Govt. Approves Riders Uniform for Commercial Motorcycle
CHANNELS In order to reduce crime to a barest minimum, the Kwara state government has launched a single uniform for easy recognition and issuance of identity cards to commercial motorcycle riders in the state. The commercial motorcycle riders which had several … Kwara re-defines operations of commercial motorcyclists Kwara streamlines Okada riders associations from 65 to seven |
Army Denies Claims Of Religious Or Ethnic Sentiments In Officers’ Retirements – Information Nigeria
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Army Denies Claims Of Religious Or Ethnic Sentiments In Officers' Retirements
Information Nigeria army logo Despite the reported grumblings emanating from the top echelon of the Nigerian Army especially those affected by the recent retirements, the Army authorities have denied reports and insinuations that it forcefully retired 51 of its officers including … Nigeria Army denies ethnic, religious bias in officers' retirement Officers' retirement followed due process, says Army Army Denies Religious Or Ethnic Claims On Officer's Retirements |
Plateau Police Summons Community Elders Over Killings – CHANNELS
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Plateau Police Summons Community Elders Over Killings
CHANNELS Three villages of Bachit, Shonong and Rim; all in Riyom local government area of Plateau state witnessed some security challenges during the Christmas celebrations as unknown gunmen ambushing and shooting the villagers that confirmed that five people … Gunmen kill 4 in Plateau 3 Killed By Gunmen In Plateau |
A Glance Into 2012 – AllAfrica.com
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A Glance Into 2012
AllAfrica.com In a matter of days, the world will embrace a New Year. But with all that characterised 2012, Nigerians will not forget the outgoing year in a hurry. In this report, Ademola Adeyemo, Omololu Ogunmade, Shola Oyeyipo, Anayo Okolie, Ayodele Opiah and Nkiruka … More democracy dividends in 2013, says Presidency 2013 Will Be The Year Of Nigeria's Glory – Doyin Okupe Jonathan's Xmas message: PDP blasts CPC |
Shades of 2012 – The Punch
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Shades of 2012
The Punch Although Nigerians could not fathom having to cough out N140 for a litre of petrol — a far cry from N65 which it was hitherto sold for – it was the reality that starred them in the face on January 1, 2012. This gave rise to massive and sustained protests otherwise … Taraba lawmakers have acted humanely over Suntai, says Hon States' Complaints of Lack of Federal Presence Full Story |
Shades of 2012 – The Punch
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Shades of 2012
The Punch Although Nigerians could not fathom having to cough out N140 for a litre of petrol — a far cry from N65 which it was hitherto sold for – it was the reality that starred them in the face on January 1, 2012. This gave rise to massive and sustained protests otherwise … Taraba lawmakers have acted humanely over Suntai, says Hon States' Complaints of Lack of Federal Presence Full Story |
Shades of 2012 – The Punch
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Shades of 2012
The Punch Although Nigerians could not fathom having to cough out N140 for a litre of petrol — a far cry from N65 which it was hitherto sold for – it was the reality that starred them in the face on January 1, 2012. This gave rise to massive and sustained protests otherwise … Taraba lawmakers have acted humanely over Suntai, says Hon States' Complaints of Lack of Federal Presence Full Story |
Motor Accident Claims 9, Injures 11 – THISDAY Live
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Motor Accident Claims 9, Injures 11
THISDAY Live About nine persons were on Thursday feared dead in a motor accident along Gbongan-Ife road in Gbongan, headquarters of Ayedaade Local Government Area of Osun State, while 11 persons sustained various degrees of injuries. The accident, which … Road accident in southwestern Nigeria kills 9, injures 11 9 Dead, 11 Injured In Osun Road accident in Nigeria leaves nine people dead |
Fire damages former Nigerian president’s house – Zee News
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Fire damages former Nigerian president's house
Zee News Fire damages former Nigerian president`s house Abuja: The house of ex-Nigerian president Olusegun Obasanjo in southwestern city of Abeokuta was on Thursday damaged by a fire outbreak allegedly caused by a power surge. The inferno was brought … Obasanjo's House On Fire Fire at Obasanjo's Hilltop Mansion “Obasanjo's house that's razed by fire will become more beautiful” Ex-President … |
Explosion: Police after importers of ‘knockout’ •Govt begins demolition exercise – Nigerian Tribune
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Explosion: Police after importers of 'knockout' •Govt begins demolition exercise
Nigerian Tribune THE police in Lagos State have begun a massive manhunt for the owners of the firecrackers that led to the explosion on Lagos Island on Wednesday. This was disclosed to the Nigerian Tribune by the image maker in charge of the state police command, … Fireworks Inferno: Victims Recount Ordeal, Lament Losses Huge explosion hits market in Nigeria's Lagos Island area Fireworks spark massive blaze in Nigerian city |
PDP: Adamawa Congresses Hold – Leadership Newspapers
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PDP: Adamawa Congresses Hold
Leadership Newspapers The rift between Adamawa State Governor Murtala Nyako and the national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, over the conduct of the of PDP congresses has been settled in Bamanga's favour following the conduct of … Nyako/Tukur Rivalry – PDP Committee Insists On Party Congress Today |
Edo rejects ranking as ‘unsafe state’ – The Guardian Nigeria
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Edo rejects ranking as 'unsafe state'
The Guardian Nigeria THE Edo State Government has dismissed alleged reports by the United States (U.S.) branding the state a security risk and advising its citizens not to travel to the area. A statement by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prof. Julius Ihonvbere, said it … US, Taiwan & Canada Warn Citizens Against Non-Essential Travel to Nigeria US, Canada warn citizens against travel in Nigeria Edo Govt Flays Us Security Warning On Edo |
EFCC arraigns lawyer over alleged N25m loan fraud – The Guardian Nigeria
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EFCC arraigns lawyer over alleged N25m loan fraud
The Guardian Nigeria A LAGOS-based lawyer, Kole Bello and an alleged accomplice, Muhydyn Ango were Thursday arraigned before an Ikeja High Court by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for allegedly fraudulently obtaining a N25 million loan facility … |
Criticisms trail holiday to Imo civil servants – The Guardian Nigeria
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Criticisms trail holiday to Imo civil servants
The Guardian Nigeria SCORES of Imo people and bodies have continued to condemn the two-week public holidays offered to civil servants in the state by the Rochas Okorocha administration a few days ago. The governor had recently asked workers controlled by the state … Okorocha, Anyanwu Trade Family of Abducted Imo Governor's Aide Paid N8 Million Ransom – Police |
Police Foil Attempt To Bomb Enugu Airport – CHANNELS
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Police Foil Attempt To Bomb Enugu Airport
CHANNELS The Enugu state Police Command has claimed that it foiled an attempt by four persons to blow up the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu with explosives and the four suspects arrested. The state's police Public Relations Officer, Mr Ebere Amaraizu, who … Police Foils Attempt to bomb Enugu airport Four Nabbed Over Alleged Plot To Bomb Enugu Airport |
Kano budgets N3.5 bn for university – BusinessDay
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Kano budgets N3.5 bn for university
BusinessDay The Kano State Government has earmarked N3.5 billion in its 2013 budget for the provision of infrastructure at its newly established North-West University in Kano. The state's Commissioner for Planning and Budget, Bello Danbatta, announced made the … |
Kwara LG Polls: ACN Accuses Court Of Bias – CHANNELS
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Kwara LG Polls: ACN Accuses Court Of Bias
CHANNELS The Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) is accusing the Kwara state judiciary of bias in the petition before it over the nullification of Offa local government election. However, the People's Democratic Party (PDP) in the state has challenged the opposition party to … |
Aliyu Blames Slow Development Of The North On Insecurity – Leadership Newspapers
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Aliyu Blames Slow Development Of The North On Insecurity
Leadership Newspapers Gov. Babangida Aliyu of Niger State on Wednesday said the security threat by the Boko Haram group in the northern part of the country had stalled development in the region. Aliyu made the remark during an interactive session with journalists at his … Northern Governors Condemn Christmas Day Attack Northern Governors condemn Christmas killings |
Tell them our President is also a muslim — already! – BusinessDay
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Tell them our President is also a muslim — already!
BusinessDay For one who was named Thomas at birth, you would expect this writer to be a Christian. But while I received formal education provided by mostly Christian institutions, being given the name of one of the apostles of Jesus Christ was never a religious decision! Boko Haram threat harms Cameroon-Nigeria border trade Nigerian Islamic Cleric Alleges Plot To Wipe Out Muslims 2012 was a banner year for Boko Haram, but not for Nigerians |
Obi Blames Poor Road Design for Erosion – AllAfrica.com
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Obi Blames Poor Road Design for Erosion
AllAfrica.com Governor Peter Obi of Anambra State has decided improper design of roads in the past in the state, attributing it as one of the causes of erosion in the state. He said when roads are not properly designed the end result is that it usually leads to poor … |
Time for Action On the PIB – AllAfrica.com
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Time for Action On the PIB
AllAfrica.com No end appears to be in sight for the passing of the much-talked-about and -amended Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB), which was first sent to the National Assembly in 2008 by late President Umaru Musa Yar'adua. The bill languished there until it lapsed at the … Oyegun warns on killing Nigeria's oil industry bill Why Northern Senators Are Kicking against PIB PIB to top legislative calendar 2013 |
JTF destroys 10000 drums of illegal product, arrest Police ASP – BusinessDay
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JTF destroys 10000 drums of illegal product, arrest Police ASP
BusinessDay Joint Task Force (JTF), Operation Pulo Shield, Sector 3 of the 13 Brigade Nigerian Army, on Wednesday destroyed 10,000 drums used for lifting illegal diesel product in Cross River. Capt. James Joseph, the Public Relations Officer of the 13 Brigade Nigerian … |
JTF destroys 10000 drums of illegal product, arrest Police ASP – BusinessDay
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JTF destroys 10000 drums of illegal product, arrest Police ASP
BusinessDay Joint Task Force (JTF), Operation Pulo Shield, Sector 3 of the 13 Brigade Nigerian Army, on Wednesday destroyed 10,000 drums used for lifting illegal diesel product in Cross River. Capt. James Joseph, the Public Relations Officer of the 13 Brigade Nigerian … |
Taiwan warns against non-essential travel to Nigeria – Focus Taiwan News Channel
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Taiwan warns against non-essential travel to Nigeria
Focus Taiwan News Channel Taipei, Dec. 27 (CNA) Taiwan urged its nationals Thursday to avoid non-essential travel to Nigeria, especially during the coming week, amid concerns over another terrorist attack taking place in the African country's capital. Nigerian police have received … Report Predicts Favourable Economic Outlook In 2013 |
No Business As Usual in 2013 – ICPC – AllAfrica.com
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No Business As Usual in 2013 – ICPC
AllAfrica.com Abuja — Chairman, Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, Mr. Ekpo Nta, has warned that it would no longer be business as usual, for the corrupt, from 2013. Nta revealed that he would go after "contractors who … Tough times await corrupt persons in 2013, says ICPC |
Clark condemns waste of N7.282tn derivation fund – Codewit Global Network
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Clark condemns waste of N7.282tn derivation fund
Codewit Global Network Edwin-Clark-360×225 First Republic Minister of Information, Chief Edwin Clark, on Wednesday, berated governors of oil and gas producing states for appropriating 13 per cent derivation fund, totalling N7.282tn in 13 years, meant for the producing … Clark faults govs' appropriation of oil derivation fund |
FCTA Realised N1trn Foreign – Leadership Newspapers
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FCTA Realised N1trn Foreign
Leadership Newspapers Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Senator Bala Mohammed has disclosed that the administration realised a total of $6.6 billion (N1.086 trillion) from Foreign Direct Investment (DFI) in 2012. $2.6 billion of this is for the Abuja Town Centre … FCTA moves to flush out criminals, hawkers, 'okada' riders FCT Records Over N1trn FDI in 2012 |
Matters arising from Navy’s Augusta 109 helicopter crash – BusinessDay
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Matters arising from Navy's Augusta 109 helicopter crash
BusinessDay As a country, we must examine some matters arising from the recent Navy Augusta 109 Helicopter crash that claimed the lives of six Nigerians including General Azazi, the former National Security Adviser, and Mr. Yakowa, the Governor of Kaduna state, … GUARDIAN EDITORIAL: The Navy helicopter crash |
Azazi’s burial programmes begin tomorrow – Nigerian Tribune
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Azazi's burial programmes begin tomorrow
Nigerian Tribune Bayelsa State governor, Mr Seriake Dickson, has said former National Security Adviser (NSA), the late Andrew Owoye Azazi, will be given a befitting state burial. This, he said, was in recognition of his enviable record of service to the state and country. |
ONDO GOV ELECTION: PDP crisis deepens – Nigerian Tribune
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ONDO GOV ELECTION: PDP crisis deepens
Nigerian Tribune THE crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State over the last governorship election deepened, on Tuesday as the party and the Director-General of the Olusola Oke Campaign Organisation, Dr Dare Bada, tangled. The party through its … |
PDP, The Nigerian Establishment And Political Stability – Leadership Newspapers
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PDP, The Nigerian Establishment And Political Stability
Leadership Newspapers In every country, there is what is called the establishment. Not only in a country, but even in every society. There are people who, by virtue of their stature and influence, can help to stabilize the society and establish order when there is drift and anarchy. PDP leader cautions N'Assembly over state creation |
Cocaine trafficker arrested at Lagos Airport – The Guardian Nigeria
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Cocaine trafficker arrested at Lagos Airport
The Guardian Nigeria LUCK ran out on a suspected drug trafficker on Tuesday as he was nabbed by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos. He was caught on his return from Sao Paulo, Brazil, with … 48-year-old Man Arrested With 1.620kg Of Cocaine On Christmas Day |