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Buhari is missing at APC’s Sokoto rally
by James Sambo Chieftains in the All Progressives Congress (APC) converged for the Party's North-West Zonal Rally in Sokoto State on Monday. The headline of the rally, which is taking…
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These are the number of jobs that were created in the second quarter of 2014
by Tunji Andrews Reports, fresh out of the National Bureau of Statistics indicate that Nigeria created a total of 259,353 jobs in the second quarter of 2014, a marginal increase…
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Wedding bells! Awwww…….Omawumi is officially engaged (LOOK)
by Kolapo Olapoju Omawumi is the next celebrity to make the walk down the aisle. The music star is engaged to Tosin Yusuf, the father of her daughter, who she…
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Jonathan plans to improve the welfare of Nigerians
by Laila Ibrahim The Federal Government has approved the establishment of the Interim Office of the National Agency for the Great Green Wall (GGW) and also for the appointment of…
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Warning! This Ebola movie will make you laugh hard… till you cry (WATCH)
by Akan Ido Nollywood will try but we can assure you that even the Nigerian movie industry will find it hard to beat this Ghanaian Ebola 'movie' in sheer tackiness…
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Bomb scare: London’s Luton Airport terminal evacuated
by Isi Esene There was anxiety today at United Kingdom's sixth biggest airport as passengers were evacuated after a suspicious item was found in the security search area. Airport officials immediately…
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Ayorinsola Obisanya: When the gods died (30 days, 30 voices)
by Ayorinsola Obisanya “How many times have I warned you not to let that paper or whatever you call it, turn you into a lazy man? Since this craziness of…
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Genevieve Nnaji, Toke Makinwa, Toolz Oniru, Shade Okoya, others attend Elite Model Look
by Jewel Stephen On Saturday, 6 September, the runway was on fire as male and female models competed at Aquafina Elite Model Look event at the Eko Hotel events centre,…
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Boko Haram shoots Obasanjo’s son
by James Sambo Former President of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo's son, has been shot by Boko Haram militants in Adamawa state. According to a report by Sahara Reporters, Adeboye, an army engineer,…
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Lascivious fella: 27-year-old man assaults 53-year-old woman in bathroom
by Jewel Stephen 27-year-old, Niyi Adeyemi, has been accused of attempted rape on a woman who was having her bath, at No. 40, Olarokun St., Orile, Lagos. Ademyemi, who is a…
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Abuja gets Solar powered filling station
by James Sambo Solynta Energy, a UK registered Solar Energy Company, has launched Abuja's first solar-powered filling station in Nigeria. The filling station, Bakka Oil, located along the Lokoja Expressway…
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“Pray for Pope Francis”| “A plane will be hijacked” || T.B Joshua has some new prophecies for the week
by Azubuike Azikiwe Every week, founder of Synagogue church of all nations, Prophet T.B Joshua, seems to always have a warning message and prophecy to share with the world. During…
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IG deploys CPs in 21 state commands
by Aka Ido Suleiman Abba, the Acting Inspector-General of Police today made sweeping changes by deploying newly promoted Commissioners of Police to head Police Commands in 21 States. This followed the recommendation…
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#Ebola: Saudi Arabia bars Liberia, Guinea and Sierra Leone, but allows Nigeria to come for hajj
by Azubuike Azikiwe Saudi Arabia says it has no plans to ban Nigerian pilgrims from attending the annual hajj, despite the presence of Ebola virus disease in the country. Although…
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Battle ready: Delta women protest against NPDC camouflage-style (PHOTOS)
by Akan Ido Women from Orogun Oil and Gas Communities in Ethiope East Local Government Area, Delta State recently trooped out to register their displeasure over what it referred to…
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My hands are clean! Aliyu says he didn’t endorse this man as presidential candidate
by James Sambo Niger State Governor, Babangida Aliyu, has denied reports that he endorsed Jigawa State Governor, Sule Lamido, as presidential candidate. Israel Ebije, Aliyu's spokesperson said that he was misquoted…
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He’s COOL like that: Toolz shows off her Man-Crush-Everyday (LOOK)
by Isi Esene Who else? It's Tunde Demuren, of course! On-Air-Personality, Tolu 'Toolz' Oniru posted a picture of her Man-Crush-Monday on Instagram and her choice didn't come as a surprise. Oniru's relationship…
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Christ Embassy: Unshaken belief in the midst of a storm [Kolapo Olapoju pays a visit]
by Kolapo Olapoju When a scandal erupts within a church, only the most ardent believers and loyal members would stay put, and weather the storm. While some may jump ship…
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Abuja has moved on from #Bringbackourgirls || Here is why (LOOK)
by Damilola Jagun The #BringBackOurGirls campaign seems to have been trivialized by a Pro-Jonathan group. From #BringBackOurGirls, a hashtag developed to create awareness for the abducted Chibok girls, we now…
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Nigerian hospitalised in Israel not sick with Ebola
by Isi Esene A Nigerian woman previously suspected to be infected with the deadly Ebola virus has been certified free from the disease. A statement by an Israeli hospital spokesman said…
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“It’s their problem if they criticise me. I’ll still be here”…Sanogo is not disturbed by you
by Olorunwa Lawal Troubled Arsenal striker, Yaya Sanogo, has said he will silence his critics and prove he can score goals for the club. The French man who moved to…
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Nigeria dodges FIFA axe as Chris Giwa ‘steps aside’
by Olorunwa Lawal Controversial Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president, Chris Giwa, has stepped aside as Chief executive of the football federation, in conformity the deadline given by FIFA. Giwa, who…
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Opinion: Is Jonathan the ‘Commander-in-Chief of NTA’?
by Amir Abdulazeez Last week, Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso said President Goodluck Jonathan appears to be more of the Commander-in-Chief of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) than of…
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Sepp Blatter wants to be FIFA life president
by Olorunwa Lawal FIFA president, Sepp Blatter, has said that he will be vying for his fifth term in office. The 78-year-old made this known via a video interview broadcast…
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#Ebola: Chukwu says another Ebola case has been recorded in Lagos
by Kolapo Olapoju According to the Minister of Health, Onyebuchi Chukwu, a new case of the Ebola virus disease has been recorded in Nigeria. On Monday, 8 September, Chukwu disclosed…
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There is a new Ebola vaccine
by Emma Chidiogo The US National Institute of Health has said that a new vaccine for the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) has been developed that can keep humans protected from…
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No bra needed: Miley Cyrus takes it all off at New York fashion week (PHOTOS)
by Damilola Jagun Miley Cyrus was obviously unimpressed with the clothes at New York Fashion week, so she opted to go topless while attending the event. The "Wrecking ball" singer…
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Don’t panic! Delta is Ebola free
by Mayowa Aboah Contrary to reports that the deadly Ebola Virus Disease had spread to Delta State, the State's Commissioner for Information, Chike Ogeah, has stated that it's all false…
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“She accused me of adultery and I killed her” || 31-year-old wife-killer gives confession
by Azubuike Azikiwe A 31-year-old man, Nojeem Adeyemo, after being accused of infidelity by his wife, chopped off her right hand with a cutlass, which led to her death. The…
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Adamawa Decides: It’s Mohammed Jibrilla for the APC
by Laila Ibrahim Senator Mohammed Jibrilla has won the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial sole ticket in Adamawa State ahead of the state’s October 11 by-election. Jibrilla, who is a…
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The September Standard
- Uchay Joel Chima’s No Longer Afraid of Shadows Showing at Soto
- BBL vs. Size Zero: How The Era of Size Zero May Have been Trying To Save Women From Today’s Era of BBL
- This Week in Fashion: Our Favourite Looks From MET Gala, Bridgerton Premiere
- Top 5 Must-Visit Art Galleries in Nigeria This Weekend
- Cuppy Dazzles With Anthony Joshua & Naomi Campbell For Wedding of the Year
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
The September Standard
- Uchay Joel Chima’s No Longer Afraid of Shadows Showing at Soto
- BBL vs. Size Zero: How The Era of Size Zero May Have been Trying To Save Women From Today’s Era of BBL
- This Week in Fashion: Our Favourite Looks From MET Gala, Bridgerton Premiere
- Top 5 Must-Visit Art Galleries in Nigeria This Weekend
- Cuppy Dazzles With Anthony Joshua & Naomi Campbell For Wedding of the Year
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy