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03Sep

Anambra 2017: Is free and fair election possible? – Vanguard

GuardianAnambra 2017: Is free and fair election possible?VanguardAt the end of an election in Nigeria, one loser or the other begins a long drawn-out legal battle to fault the victory of the winner. Quite often many people blame the petitioner for exhi...

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03Sep

War on terror: Airforce neutralises hundreds of Boko Haram fighters in Sambisa forest – Vanguard

VanguardWar on terror: Airforce neutralises hundreds of Boko Haram fighters in Sambisa forestVanguardFighter aircrafts of the Nigerian Airforce belonging to the Air Component of Operation Lafiya Dole, on Friday, bombed several Boko Haram enclaves insid...

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03Sep

INEC and the Anambra polls – Daily Trust

Daily TrustINEC and the Anambra pollsDaily TrustIt is cheering news that prospective voters were willing to come out and be registered to vote in the upcoming elections in Anambra State, as reports show that the just concluded Continuous Voters Registr...

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03Sep

EFCC has started the process of Diezani’s extradition — Obono-Obla – The Punch

EFCC has started the process of Diezani's extradition — Obono-OblaThe PunchSpecial Assistant to the President on Prosecutions who is also the Chairman, Recovery of Public Property Panel, Mr. Okoi Obono-Obla, speaks with ADE ADESOMOJU on the face-...

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03Sep

Executive order: Apapa port sets up joint examination centre – Vanguard

VanguardExecutive order: Apapa port sets up joint examination centreVanguardIN line with the new Executive Order of the Federal Government on ease of doing business, the Apapa Customs Command has established a Joint Examination Centre comprising all go...

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03Sep

This Is Oseloka Obaze – The Whistler

The WhistlerThis Is Oseloka ObazeThe WhistlerSeveral centuries ago, a young metaphysical Yogi found it difficult explaining Yoga to a non-initiate. Exasperated, he declared that: “It is only through Yoga that Yoga may be known”. We face such frustr...

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03Sep

VIDEO: Policemen in Akure brutalise a boy who questioned why a MOPOL jumped ATM queue – NAIJ.COM

NAIJ.COMVIDEO: Policemen in Akure brutalise a boy who questioned why a MOPOL jumped ATM queueNAIJ.COMAn unidentified man was brutalised on Friday, September 1, by a policeman and his accomplices in Akure, the capital of Ondo state for questioning the o...

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03Sep

EDSTMA: The New Sheriff In Town – Nigerian Observer

Nigerian ObserverEDSTMA: The New Sheriff In TownNigerian ObserverAn official of the Edo State Traffic Control and Management Agency (EDSTMA) during training in Benin City. As the revamped Edo State Traffic Management Agency,(EDSTMA), recently commissio...

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03Sep

Buhari, APC without shame, comfortable with failure – Reno Omokri – Daily Post Nigeria

CHANNELS TELEVISIONBuhari, APC without shame, comfortable with failure – Reno OmokriDaily Post NigeriaFormer aide to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan on electronic media, Pastor Reno Omokri, has said that President Muhammadu Buhari and the members of t...

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03Sep

Ibadan: We read about coronation of 21 Obas on pages of newspapers – Oyo lawmaker, Fatai Adesina – Daily Post Nigeria

Daily Post NigeriaIbadan: We read about coronation of 21 Obas on pages of newspapers – Oyo lawmaker, Fatai AdesinaDaily Post NigeriaA member of the Oyo State House of Assembly representing Ibadan South East Constituency 1, Hon. Fatai Adesina, has dis...

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03Sep

We’ll ensure dividend of democracy is evenly shared – Ambode – Vanguard

VanguardWe'll ensure dividend of democracy is evenly shared – AmbodeVanguardLagos State Governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode on Saturday joined Muslims across the State to celebrate the 2017 Eid-el-Kabir festival, with a pledge to ensure that the divide...

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03Sep

Amaechi’s confession of the APC conspiracy – Vanguard

VanguardAmaechi's confession of the APC conspiracyVanguardLast Tuesday, Rt. Hon. Rotimi Amaechi finally opened up on the conspiracy he and a few other former members of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP weaved to bring down the Goodluck Jonathan ad...

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02Sep

We’ll Not for Obiano Without Our Entitlements, Former Deputy LG Chairmen Threaten Obiano – The Streetjournal

The StreetjournalWe'll Not for Obiano Without Our Entitlements, Former Deputy LG Chairmen Threaten ObianoThe StreetjournalFormer Deputy Chairmen of Local Government Areas in Anambra State said on Saturday that they will not vote for Governor Willie...

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02Sep

At this moment, there’s no Arewa, no IPOB, just Nigeria – Lauretta Onochie reacts to Super Eagle’s victory – NAIJ.COM

NAIJ.COMAt this moment, there's no Arewa, no IPOB, just Nigeria - Lauretta Onochie reacts to Super Eagle's victoryNAIJ.COMPresident Muhammadu Buhari's personal assistant on social media, Lauretta Onochie, has commended the Super Eagles for ...

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02Sep

Promote peace, Al-Makura urges politicians – Vanguard

VanguardPromote peace, Al-Makura urges politiciansVanguardLafia – Gov. Umaru Al-Makura of Nasarawa State has urged politicians to promote peaceful conduct while seeking elective office. Gov. Umaru Al-Makura of Nasarawa State. Al-Makura made the call ...

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02Sep

Evans the kidnapper reveals covenant he has made with God – NAIJ.COM

NAIJ.COMEvans the kidnapper reveals covenant he has made with GodNAIJ.COMNigeria's most popular kidnapper Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike has said he made series of covenant with God over his trial before a Lagos High Court. Onwuamadike popularly known as...

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02Sep

JAMB As Undertaker – The News

The NewsJAMB As UndertakerThe NewsThe Joint Admission and Matriculation Board recently announced 120 and 100, as the minimum entry scores for universities and polytechnics respectively. This effectively, means that whereas these institutions are at lib...

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02Sep

FUNAAB: Candidates with less than 180 not eligible for post-UTME – TheCable

TheCableFUNAAB: Candidates with less than 180 not eligible for post-UTMETheCableThe Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta has said prospective students who scored less than 180 in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination are ineligible for ...

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02Sep

Oshiomhole reveals what Nigerians need to restructure – Daily Post Nigeria

VanguardOshiomhole reveals what Nigerians need to restructureDaily Post NigeriaImmediate past governor of Edo State, Adams Oshiomhole, has said Nigerians need to restructure their attitude, be more honest with others, and creatively manage public fund....

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02Sep

Buratai extends 40 days ultimatum to capture Shekau dead or alive – NAIJ.COM

NAIJ.COMBuratai extends 40 days ultimatum to capture Shekau dead or aliveNAIJ.COMThe 40-day deadline given to the Theatre Commander, Operation Lafiya Dole, Major General Ibrahim Attahiru, to capture the leader of the dreaded Boko Haram sect, Abubakar S...

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02Sep

Niger Delta militants withdraw quit notice to Yorubas, Northerners – Daily Post Nigeria

Daily Post NigeriaNiger Delta militants withdraw quit notice to Yorubas, NorthernersDaily Post NigeriaA coalition of Niger Delta militants on Friday, withdrew the quit notice issued to Northerners and Yorubas in the region. The Pan Niger Delta People&#...

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02Sep

At Sallah, Sultan, Sanusi, Ganduje Preach Unity – THISDAY Newspapers

THISDAY NewspapersAt Sallah, Sultan, Sanusi, Ganduje Preach UnityTHISDAY NewspapersAs Nigerians celebrate Eid Kabir festival across the nation yesterday, religious and political leaders have appealed for unity and love in the country amid mounting tens...

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02Sep

Sallah: Why I dressed in Islamic regalia – Fayose – Daily Post Nigeria

Daily Post NigeriaSallah: Why I dressed in Islamic regalia – FayoseDaily Post NigeriaThe Governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose has given reasons why he appeared in Muslim attire to mark the Eid-el-Kabir with Muslim faithful in the state. The govern...

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02Sep

Adebanjo to Buhari: It’s dangerous to ignore calls for restructuring – Vanguard

VanguardAdebanjo to Buhari: It's dangerous to ignore calls for restructuringVanguardChief Ayo Adebanjo, a staunch follower of the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo, has been in the forefront of agitation for restructuring of the country. The Afenifere chi...

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02Sep

Pro-Buhari group, 30 others reject Anambra APC primary – The Punch

TODAY.NGPro-Buhari group, 30 others reject Anambra APC primaryThe PunchThe Anambra State chapter of the Buhari Support Group has rejected the outcome of the recent All Progressives Congress primary for the November governorship election in the state ov...

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02Sep

Why I insist we don’t need restructuring but devolution of powers — Oshiomhole – Vanguard

VanguardWhy I insist we don't need restructuring but devolution of powers — OshiomholeVanguardImmediate past governor of Edo state, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole in this interview with reacts to some criticisms against his views on restructuring. Exce...

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02Sep

Between hate speech and freedom of expression – Daily Trust

SaharaReporters.comBetween hate speech and freedom of expressionDaily TrustA few weeks ago, Vice President Yemi Osinbajo declared that henceforth, the federal government would classify hate speech as a specie of terrorism and offenders would be charged...

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02Sep

Misau vs Nigeria Police: Who blinks first? – Daily Trust

Daily TrustMisau vs Nigeria Police: Who blinks first?Daily TrustThe rift between the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Navy, Senator Isah Hamma Misau (APC,Bauchi) and the Inspector General of Police, Ibrahim Idris, has sent tongues wagging among the ...

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02Sep

Many deaths in Benue yet unsolved – Daily Trust

GistmasterMany deaths in Benue yet unsolvedDaily TrustThere is growing curiosity over the murder of Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom's Principal Special Assistant on Knowledge Economy and Investments, Dr Tavershima Adyorough, last Sunday at his re...

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02Sep

AGN leadership tussle continues: Ibinabo, Emeka Ike reject GNU – Vanguard

VanguardAGN leadership tussle continues: Ibinabo, Emeka Ike reject GNUVanguardIbinabo Fiberesima and Emeka Ike have jointly rejected the newly formed Government of National Unity,GNU, an interim government under the umbrella of the Actors Guild of Nige...

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02Sep

PDP loses members to APC in Rivers – The Nation Newspaper

The Nation NewspaperPDP loses members to APC in RiversThe Nation NewspaperThe Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State yesterday lost members to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Members of ''I See You'' left the ruling party i...

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02Sep

One Killed As Suspected Herdsmen Strike In Edo Community – CHANNELS TELEVISION

CHANNELS TELEVISIONOne Killed As Suspected Herdsmen Strike In Edo CommunityCHANNELS TELEVISIONOne person has been killed by suspected herdsmen in Oben community in Orhionmwon Local Government Area of Edo State. The herdsmen had allegedly led their catt...

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02Sep

Tears as Ozubulu church victims are buried (photos) – NAIJ.COM

NAIJ.COMTears as Ozubulu church victims are buried (photos)NAIJ.COMA cloud of gloom hangs over Ozobulu community as victims from the St Philip's Catholic Church shooting were laid to rest. The burial ceremony took place on Friday, September 1. Trag...

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02Sep

Black Sallah: Boko Haram raid IDPs camp, kill 11 with knives – Vanguard

News18Black Sallah: Boko Haram raid IDPs camp, kill 11 with knivesVanguardBoko Haram jihadists killed 11 people on Friday in a raid on a camp for civilians displaced by the Islamist group's violent insurgency, military and vigilante sources told AF...

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02Sep

Black Sallah: Boko Haram raid IDPs camp, kill 11 with knives – Vanguard

Black Sallah: Boko Haram raid IDPs camp, kill 11 with knivesVanguardBoko Haram jihadists killed 11 people on Friday in a raid on a camp for civilians displaced by the Islamist group's violent insurgency, military and vigilante sources told AFP. The...

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02Sep

Laolu Akande: Ngige, Adamu still in charge of negotiation with ASUU – TheCable

TheCableLaolu Akande: Ngige, Adamu still in charge of negotiation with ASUUTheCableLaolu Akande, spokesman of Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo, says his principal has not taken over negotiation with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). It was r...

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02Sep

Fayose’s Islamic dress code in line with biblical injunctions –Grand Imam – The Punch

The PunchFayose's Islamic dress code in line with biblical injunctions –Grand ImamThe PunchThe Grand Imam of the League of Imams and Alfas in Southwest, Edo and Delta, Sheikh Bello, has said Governor Ayodele Fayose's Islamic dressing was in o...

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02Sep

Fayose storms praying ground in Muslim regalia – The Nation Newspaper

The PunchFayose storms praying ground in Muslim regaliaThe Nation NewspaperThere was drama at the Eid Praying Ground at Olokemeji area of Odo Ado, Ado-Ekiti on Friday when Governor Ayo Fayose stormed the place in Muslim regalia with a turban to match. ...

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02Sep

Economic Hardship: Emir of Ilorin begs Govt to reduce cost of food Items – Vanguard

VanguardEconomic Hardship: Emir of Ilorin begs Govt to reduce cost of food ItemsVanguardILORIN-The Emir of Ilorin and chairman, Kwara State Traditional Council, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, yesterday urged the nation's leaders to device means of re...

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02Sep

Just in: 3 killed, many wounded in Ogun state as car crashes into Muslim prayer ground – NAIJ.COM

NAIJ.COMJust in: 3 killed, many wounded in Ogun state as car crashes into Muslim prayer groundNAIJ.COMThree people have reportedly lost their lives in Ijebu-Igbo, Ogun state on Friday, September 1. The incident occurred when a vehicle crashed into a la...

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01Sep

Militants killed our soldier, civilian during ambush in Bayelsa creeks – Army – Vanguard

VanguardMilitants killed our soldier, civilian during ambush in Bayelsa creeks – ArmyVanguardThe Joint Military Force deployed to the Niger Delta, has confirmed the death of two personnel, a soldier and a civilian staff, during an ambush by suspected...

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01Sep

Motorists, Commuters laud Obaseki for revamping EDSTMA – Vanguard

VanguardMotorists, Commuters laud Obaseki for revamping EDSTMAVanguardMotorists, traders and residents in Benin City on Thursday commended the Governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki for restoring sanity on the roads in the city with the revamped Edo...

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01Sep

Sallah Tragedy: Road Crashes Claim 19 Lives in Edo, 2 in Ogun – The Streetjournal

The StreetjournalSallah Tragedy: Road Crashes Claim 19 Lives in Edo, 2 in OgunThe StreetjournalIt was a tragic Sallah eve in Edo State, as 19 persons lost their lives in a ghastly road crash at Ugoneki village, located along Benin-Asaba highway, in Uhu...

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01Sep

Anambra Guber: Yul Edochie Emerges As DPC Candidate – SaharaReporters.com

SaharaReporters.comAnambra Guber: Yul Edochie Emerges As DPC CandidateSaharaReporters.comNollywood actor, Yul Edochie, has emerged the Anambra governorship candidate for the Democratic Peoples Congress, DPC. by Premium Times Sep 01, 2017. Nollywood act...

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01Sep

President Buhari celebrates Eid with NYSC members, rejoices at their unity – NAIJ.COM

NAIJ.COMPresident Buhari celebrates Eid with NYSC members, rejoices at their unityNAIJ.COMPresident Muhammadu Buhari on Friday, September 1 celebrated Eid with members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and expressed his delight at the symbol o...

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01Sep

Gov. Bello sues for sacrifice, devotion at Eid El Kabir – Daily Post Nigeria

VanguardGov. Bello sues for sacrifice, devotion at Eid El KabirDaily Post NigeriaAs Muslims all over the world celebrate the Eid-el-Kabir, Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, has reminded them of the significance of the Holy Festival. The Governo...

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01Sep

Eid-El-Kabir: Emir of Kano prays for sustained peace, unity – Vanguard

VanguardEid-El-Kabir: Emir of Kano prays for sustained peace, unityVanguardKano – The Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi, II on Friday prayed for the sustenance of peace and unity of the country. The Emir made the prayer while addressing the peopl...

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01Sep

Expect made-in-Ogoja rice by December – Ayade – The Punch

The PunchExpect made-in-Ogoja rice by December – AyadeThe PunchCross River State Governor, Sen. Ben Ayade, has said that the ultra-modern rice mill currently under construction in Ogoja Local Government Area of the state will roll out its first wholl...

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01Sep

FUNAAB fixes 180, 200 as cut-off marks for courses – The Punch

The PunchFUNAAB fixes 180, 200 as cut-off marks for coursesThe PunchThe Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Ogun State, has released cut-off marks for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination for candidates, who made the institution thei...

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01Sep

Dangote turns down PDP’s offer to run in 2019 presidential race – NAIJ.COM

NAIJ.COMDangote turns down PDP's offer to run in 2019 presidential raceNAIJ.COMBillionaire businessman Aliko Dangote has rejected moves by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to get him to contest in the 2019 presidential race on its platform. Accor...

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01Sep

EFCC acquires data on Nigerians with assets in UAE, places 22 under watch – NAIJ.COM

NAIJ.COMEFCC acquires data on Nigerians with assets in UAE, places 22 under watchNAIJ.COMAnti-corruption body Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has acquired full list of names and other information of Nigerians who have questionable prope...

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01Sep

PDP members chronically, scandalously corrupt – Buhari’s aide – Daily Post Nigeria

Daily Post NigeriaPDP members chronically, scandalously corrupt – Buhari's aideDaily Post NigeriaThe All Progressives Congress has fired back at the Peoples Democratic Party over its claim that President Muhammadu Buhari destroyed the independenc...

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01Sep

Anambra: Race for deputy governor begins – Vanguard

VanguardAnambra: Race for deputy governor beginsVanguardWITH the governorship primaries of the major political parties for the November 18 election in Anambra State over, the battle has been shifted to who would be selected as deputy governors to those...

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01Sep

Tasks before new Lagos CP, Edgal – Vanguard

VanguardTasks before new Lagos CP, EdgalVanguardAS Mr. Imohimi Edgal, yesterday, assumed duty as the new Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, the cosmopolitan city that rarely goes to sleep, no doubt, has peculiarities that call for special attention...

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01Sep

Group Urges Presidency to Post FIRS to Force Headquarters – THISDAY Newspapers

TheNewsGuruGroup Urges Presidency to Post FIRS to Force HeadquartersTHISDAY NewspapersAs a way of contributing to the promotion of the principle of accountability and transparency, the Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has suggested ...

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01Sep

Kogi workers reject Bello’s half pay – The Punch

The PunchKogi workers reject Bello's half payThe PunchThe organised labour in Kogi State has unanimously rejected government's offer of half salaries to workers in the state. This development has led to a bleak sallah in the state. The workers ...

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01Sep

Eid-el-Kabir: Wike, Dogara, Others Rejoice With Muslims …As FG Declares Today, Monday Public Holidays – The Tide

TheNewsGuruEid-el-Kabir: Wike, Dogara, Others Rejoice With Muslims …As FG Declares Today, Monday Public HolidaysThe TideRivers State Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike (right), inspecting the ongoing construction of the Mile One Market in Port Harcourt, rec...

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01Sep

Ambode Donates N5m To Widow Of Slain Community Leader – Leadership Newspapers

Leadership NewspapersAmbode Donates N5m To Widow Of Slain Community LeaderLeadership NewspapersLagos State governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode has donated N5million to the widow and children of Osaze Omorogbe, a community leader killed and burnt by kidnapper...

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01Sep

Ativie’s counsel seeks forensic experts to vary Oshiomhole’s signature – Vanguard

VanguardAtivie's counsel seeks forensic experts to vary Oshiomhole's signatureVanguardBENIN—COUNSEL to the embattled former Deputy Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Mrs Elizabeth Ativie, Mr Olayiwola Afolabi has called for forensic ...

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01Sep

Benue workers shun gov’s plea, declare one week warning strike – Vanguard

Daily Post NigeriaBenue workers shun gov's plea, declare one week warning strikeVanguardMAKURDI—Despite appeals by Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue State to workers in the state to shelve their threat to down tools over backlog of unpaid wages, the...

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01Sep

Ajimobi commissions 5.5km Oluyole road – The News

The NewsAjimobi commissions 5.5km Oluyole roadThe NewsGov. Ajimobi commissioned the road in the presence of some Ibadan monarchs and top govt functionaries. Gbenro Adesina/Ibadan. Governor Abiola Ajimobi of Oyo State on Thursday commissioned the 5.5 ki...

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01Sep

UK Unveils New British High Commission Building In Abuja – Leadership Newspapers

Leadership NewspapersUK Unveils New British High Commission Building In AbujaLeadership NewspapersThe UK government has promised to attain a better bilateral and diplomatic relationship with Nigeria. UK Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson and International...

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01Sep

Papacy pledges support for Buhari’s anti-corruption crusade, education – Vanguard

VanguardPapacy pledges support for Buhari's anti-corruption crusade, educationVanguardAbuja – The Apostolic Nuncio to Nigeria, Embassy of Holy See Vatican, Archbishop Antonio Fillpazzi, has pledged Vatican's support for the anti-corruption cr...

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01Sep

Rochas Okorocha bans Keke in Owerri – Daily Post Nigeria

Daily Post NigeriaRochas Okorocha bans Keke in OwerriDaily Post NigeriaGovernor of Imo State, Rochas Okorocha, has said tricycle operators (Keke driver) in Imo State will cease to operate in designated parts of Owerri, the State Capital as from Tuesday...

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01Sep

Court stops JUTH from sacking resident doctors – The Punch

The PunchCourt stops JUTH from sacking resident doctorsThe PunchAn Industrial Court sitting in Abuja on Thursday stopped the management of Jos University Teaching Hospital from sacking its resident doctors. JUTH, in moving to sack the doctors, relied o...

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01Sep

Varsities fix different benchmarks as controversy trails JAMB’s cut-off points as – Vanguard

VanguardVarsities fix different benchmarks as controversy trails JAMB's cut-off points asVanguardAS controversy continues to trail the 120, 100, and 110 cut-off marks set by the Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board (JAMB) for admission at vari...

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01Sep

Imo Leaders Demand Immediate Impeachment Of Governor Rochas Okorocha – BuzzNigeria.com

BuzzNigeria.comImo Leaders Demand Immediate Impeachment Of Governor Rochas OkorochaBuzzNigeria.comFollowing the demolition of the ancestral Ekeukwu market in Owerri, Imo state, community leaders from the three senatorial districts of Imo State have adv...

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01Sep

Ex-minister, expert laud FG on 3050mw Mambilla Power Project – The Eagle Online

The PunchEx-minister, expert laud FG on 3050mw Mambilla Power ProjectThe Eagle OnlineA former Minister of Power, Prof. Barth Nnaji, on Thursday commended the Federal Government on the 3,050 megawatts Mambilla Hydro-Power project, saying it would signif...

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01Sep

Governor Ortom appeals to FG over Benue flood – Naija News

Naija NewsGovernor Ortom appeals to FG over Benue floodNaija NewsBenue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, has called on the federal government for help over massive flood which occurred recently in Makurdi, the state capital. - Advertisement -. It was a dis...

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01Sep

[UPDATED] ICAN Fellow, Adewale Ajayi, emerges the new Akarigbo of Remo – The Punch

The Punch[UPDATED] ICAN Fellow, Adewale Ajayi, emerges the new Akarigbo of RemoThe PunchA new candidate for the stool of the Akarigbo of Remoland has emerged. He is Prince Babatunde Adewale Ajayi. The newly elected Akarigbo is a barrister and a charter...

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31Aug

Biafra: Nnamdi Kanu, IPOB are demonic, we can’t be part of them – Ijaw youths – Daily Post Nigeria

Daily Post NigeriaBiafra: Nnamdi Kanu, IPOB are demonic, we can't be part of them – Ijaw youthsDaily Post NigeriaA Niger Delta group, South South Legacy Forum has distanced the Ijaw nation from the activities of the Nnamdi Kanu-led Indigenous Peo...

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31Aug

FG to link rail lines in 36 States, FCT – Amaechi – Vanguard

VanguardFG to link rail lines in 36 States, FCT – AmaechiVanguardThe Minister of Transportation, Mr. Rotimi Amaechi has stated that the mandate given to him by Mr. President, Muhammadu Buhari is to ensure that the entire country is connected by rail....

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31Aug

After forfeiting several properties, Allison Madueke moves to a small flat in London – NAIJ.COM

NAIJ.COMAfter forfeiting several properties, Allison Madueke moves to a small flat in LondonNAIJ.COMThere are reports by online media, The Cable, that former Minister of Petroleum, Diezani Alison-Madueke, has moved into a small London flat after losing...

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31Aug

Ukrainian, Ghanaian, Pakistani, others remanded in Nigerian prison for oil theft (photos) – NAIJ.COM

NAIJ.COMUkrainian, Ghanaian, Pakistani, others remanded in Nigerian prison for oil theft (photos)NAIJ.COMA Federal High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has ordered the remand of nine foreigners in prison for alleged oil theft. The are foreigners - Moham...

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31Aug

Pray for Nigeria unity, Aregbesola tells Muslims – Vanguard

News Agency of NigeriaPray for Nigeria unity, Aregbesola tells MuslimsVanguardGov. Rauf Aregbesola of Osun has called on Muslim faithful to use the occasion of Eid-el-Kabir to pray for peace, unity and the stability of the state and country as a whole....

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31Aug

News » Okon Etim allegedly lures, rapes two minors after their parents left for work – Vanguard

VanguardNews » Okon Etim allegedly lures, rapes two minors after their parents left for workVanguardA 50-year-old, Okon Etim, who allegedly defiled two minors of ages eight and nine years, was on Thursday granted reprieve by a Surulere Chief Magistrat...

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31Aug

Niger Delta militants allegedly kill 4 soldiers in Bayelsa – NAIJ.COM

NAIJ.COMNiger Delta militants allegedly kill 4 soldiers in BayelsaNAIJ.COM... - The incident was confirmed by the chairman of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide Central Zone, Mr. Tare Porri who condemned the killing of the soldiers. Conflicting rep...

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31Aug

Peace Corps prepares to provide security for Sallah in defiance of police – NAIJ.COM

NAIJ.COMPeace Corps prepares to provide security for Sallah in defiance of policeNAIJ.COMAhead of this year's Eid-el-Kabir celebration, the Nigerian Peace Corps have deployed its personnel to mosques and Muslim praying grounds and flash points in N...

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31Aug

Wike swears in 14 new commissioners, says ‘nothing to eat’ [Full list] – Daily Post Nigeria

Daily Post NigeriaWike swears in 14 new commissioners, says 'nothing to eat' [Full list]Daily Post NigeriaRivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, on Wednesday swore in 14 new commissioners and one permanent secretary. The governor warned them again...

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31Aug

APC chieftain, Modestus Umenzekwe reveals cause of Buhari’s ill-health – Daily Post Nigeria

Daily Post NigeriaAPC chieftain, Modestus Umenzekwe reveals cause of Buhari's ill-healthDaily Post NigeriaA chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Modestus Umenzekwe has said the level of corruption and state of the economy ...

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31Aug

Saraki, Sowore & Nigeria’s Barabbas Moment By Pius Adesanmi – SaharaReporters.com

SaharaReporters.comSaraki, Sowore & Nigeria's Barabbas Moment By Pius AdesanmiSaharaReporters.comThere are two problems bordering on abomination in my title. First problem: the names, Saraki and Sowore, are appearing in the same sentence. Secon...

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31Aug

Akeredolu : Mimiko left over N220bn debt – Governor says – Pulse Nigeria

VanguardAkeredolu : Mimiko left over N220bn debt – Governor saysPulse NigeriaAkeredolu made this known in Akure on Wednesday while swearing-in commissioners and special advisers. Published: 04:30 , Refreshed: 44 minutes ago; Pulse News Agency Local b...

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31Aug

EFCC officials face corruption charges – Magu – Information Nigeria

Information NigeriaEFCC officials face corruption charges – MaguInformation NigeriaSome officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) are currently facing corruption charges in various courts across the country. This was disclosed ...

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31Aug

Edo scam: Oshiomhole denies giving cars to ex-deputy speaker – The Punch

The PunchEdo scam: Oshiomhole denies giving cars to ex-deputy speakerThe PunchA former Edo State Governor, Mr Adams Oshiomhole, has denied giving the official vehicles attached to the Speaker of the state House of Assembly to the impeached Deputy Speak...

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31Aug

Buhari arrives Daura as crowd throngs home – Daily Trust

Daily TrustBuhari arrives Daura as crowd throngs homeDaily TrustPresident Muhammadu Buhari Wednesday arrived at his country home in Daura, Katsina State, preferring to walk through the street from the helipad as an overwhelming crowd surged to welcome ...

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31Aug

Show love to the needy, Remi Tinubu urges Muslims – The Punch

The PunchShow love to the needy, Remi Tinubu urges MuslimsThe PunchThe representative of Lagos Central Senatorial District in the Senate, Oluremi Tinubu, has urged the Muslim faithful in the country to reach out to the poor and the needy in the society...

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31Aug

Fight against corruption weakened by institutions—Gov Wike – Vanguard

VanguardFight against corruption weakened by institutions—Gov WikeVanguardGovernor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State has said the fight against corruption can only be effective when national institutions are strengthened to act independently. Governor Wike...

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31Aug

‘Ooni’s stool remains sacred’ – The Punch

The Punch'Ooni's stool remains sacred'The PunchAs the news of the break-up continues to generate reactions, the Publisher of E247, Mr. Biodun Kupoluyi, who is close to the family of the king, has said that the importance of the monarch tran...

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31Aug

Buhari’s group,100 CSOs petition Buhari, APC others over Anambra primaries – NAIJ.COM

NAIJ.COMBuhari's group,100 CSOs petition Buhari, APC others over Anambra primariesNAIJ.COMThe Buhari Support Group, Anambra chapter and the coalition of Civil Society Groups have petitioned President Muhammadu Buhari, All Progressive Party, Nationa...

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31Aug

SDI urges Sen. Misau: Leave Okiro, Idris alone – The Eagle Online

THISDAY NewspapersSDI urges Sen. Misau: Leave Okiro, Idris aloneThe Eagle OnlineThe group appealed to Misau to go back to the police and clear himself to save the National Assembly from unnecessary embarrassment. The Salvage for Development Initi...

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31Aug

Chidoka receives UPP flag, vows to pursue party’s self-determination ideology, restore Igbo voice – NAIJ.COM

NAIJ.COMChidoka receives UPP flag, vows to pursue party's self-determination ideology, restore Igbo voiceNAIJ.COMThe former minister of aviation Osita Chidoka on Wednesday, August 30, received the flag of the United Progressive Party (UPP) ahead of...

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31Aug

“We now live under trees” – Residents lament as flood sacks thousands in Benue [PHOTOS] – Daily Post Nigeria

Daily Post Nigeria“We now live under trees'' – Residents lament as flood sacks thousands in Benue [PHOTOS]Daily Post NigeriaAt least, 25,000 persons have been rendered homeless in Makurdi by flood, findings by DAILY POST have shown. Some of...

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31Aug

Kidnapping: Evans, others arraigned, plead guilty in Lagos – Daily Trust

Daily TrustKidnapping: Evans, others arraigned, plead guilty in LagosDaily TrustSuspected kidnapper, Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike a.k.a. Evans and members his group when they appeared at Ikeja High Court in Lagos today, August 30, 2017. PHOTO BY: Benedict ...

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31Aug

Nigeria awards dam power plant contract to Chinese state firm again – Daily Mail

Nigeria awards dam power plant contract to Chinese state firm againDaily MailABUJA, Aug 30 (Reuters) - Nigeria has approved the construction of a $5.8 billion hydroelectric power plant by a Chinese state firm, the power minister said on Wednesday, the ...

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31Aug

APC probe panel affirms 10 years suspension against national legal adviser Banire – NAIJ.COM

NAIJ.COMAPC probe panel affirms 10 years suspension against national legal adviser BanireNAIJ.COMThe ward c chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos has affirmed the 10-year suspension handed the national legal adviser of the party, Dr M...

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31Aug

Billionaire kidnapper: Police forced Evans to plead guilty – Lawyer, Ogungbeje – Daily Post Nigeria

Daily Post NigeriaBillionaire kidnapper: Police forced Evans to plead guilty – Lawyer, OgungbejeDaily Post NigeriaOlukoya Ogungbeje, lawyer to kidnap kingpin, Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, popularly known as Evans, has accused the police of forcing his c...

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31Aug

News » Buhari has lost touch with Nigeria’s economic realities, there’s hunger in the land – Fayose – Vanguard

VanguardNews » Buhari has lost touch with Nigeria's economic realities, there's hunger in the land – FayoseVanguardEkiti State Governor, Mr Ayodele Fayose has described President Muhammadu Buhari's latest comment that he was pleased with...

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30Aug

JAMB: UNILORIN, LASU, Covenant Universities top applicants’ choice in 2017 [Full list] – Daily Post Nigeria

Daily Post NigeriaJAMB: UNILORIN, LASU, Covenant Universities top applicants' choice in 2017 [Full list]Daily Post NigeriaThe University of Ilorin, UNILORIN, Kwara state, has emerged the 2017 university of first choice applicants selected in ...

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30Aug

General, Memoirs

The Man Died….Would have been 77yrs old today

77 years old. That’s right. That is how old he would have been today. We would have gathered round him, along with his grandchildren and great grandchildren to celebrate him. For sure, he may have another lady by his side as his fourth or fifth wife, but that won’t have mattered. He would have been

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30Aug

INEC presents certificate of return to Andrew Uchendu – Pulse Nigeria

The PunchINEC presents certificate of return to Andrew UchenduPulse NigeriaHe is set to replace Senator George Sekibo as the representative of Rivers East senatorial district. Published: 13:40; Samson Toromade. Print; eMail · Andrew Uchendu play...

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