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Budget-Padding Tracker: Jibrin defies APC’s directives, indicts 2 governors
The former chairman House of Representatives committee on Appropriation Abdulmumin Jibrin has defied an order by his party, the All Progressives Congress, APC barring him from speaking to the press…
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Obasanjo is the most corrupt person in Nigeria – Na’abba
A former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Ghali Na’abba on Sunday said former President Olusegun Obasanjo is the most corrupt person in Nigeria. Na’abba who was Speaker of the lower house during…
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Bukas and Joints: Olisa Adibua tags Dr. Sid along for a trip to ‘Bush Flavours’
The debut episode of the season 2 of Nigerian travel food doc-series Bukas and Joints premiered on AIT by 7pm tonight. The show saw host and radio presenter Olisa Adibua pay…
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We were paid N15m to release Iba Monarch – Kidnappers
Kidnappers of the Oniba of Iba, Oba Goriola Oseni who regained his freedom on Saturday collected N15.1 million as ransom before releasing the monarch. One of the arrested kidnappers, Isaiah Ododomu disclosed…
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Opinion: Collective conscience – one more way to make Nigeria great again
by Sylvester Orukpe Conscience- The sense of right and wrong- the small, still voice that gives moral lessons and advice. A man lacks conscience when that small, still voice is overridden…
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It is cruel, devilish to link me with militant activities – Metuh
National publicity secretary of the People's Democratic Party, Olisa Metuh, has responded to claims by a militant group, that he is one of the sponsors of the Niger Delta Avengers,…
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#Pogback: Twitter split over Pogba’s Manchester United return
After a long summer of speculations, it appears Paul Pogba will be making his return to his former club, Manchester United after the club revealed the Juventus midfielder is currently…
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The top 10 stories that made headlines this week
Here are the top ten stories that made headlines this weeks 1. Budget padding: Jibrin goes hard on Dogara The former Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriation, Jibrin Abdulmummin,…
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Manchester United edge out Leicester in Community Shield win
Last season's FA Cup winners Manchester United have emerged victorious against the defending English Premier league champions Leicester City in the 2015/2016 Community Shield. The Red devils hit the ground…
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Actor, David Oyelowo unveils scholarship program for Nigerian girls
British-Nigerian actor, David Oyelowo has officially unveiled a scholarship program for young Nigerian girls. The scholarship tagged The David Oyelowo Leadership Scholarship for Girls will focus on sending 'female victims…
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According to Dokpesi, this is the major challenge of the PDP…
Former Chairman of Daar Communication and an aspirant for the national chairmanship of the Peoples Democratic Party, Raymond Dokpesi, on Saturday, said that the PDP is weak at the center…
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The winners and losers in Gov. Fayose and Aisha Buhari’s ‘fight’
President Muhammadu Buhari's wife, Aisha on Thursday, paid a working visit to the United States of America where she had an interview at the Voice of America and also appeared…
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How the media ruined my relationship with Cuppy – Sean Tizzle
Not many knew this but Sean Tizzle was once linked to disc jockey, Cuppy and now the Sho Lee singer has revealed in an interview with The Nation that he…
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Paul Pogba set for Manchester United medical
Paul Pogba has been granted permission by Juventus Football Club to have a medical at Old Trafford ahead of his transfer to Manchester United. Manchester United confirmed it in a…
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Opinion: Is Dokpesi’s chairmanship dream a beacon of light for PDP?
Contrary to the objective of the death wish deployed by the ruling APC against the PDP, recent developments in the PDP point clearly towards a revitalization of the party driven…
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Olusegun Adeniyi: Why Atiku Abubakar deserves attention
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar last week restated his call for the restructuring of Nigeria, which he said had become inevitable. “I believe that restructuring will eventually happen whether we…
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SERAP blasts Dogara, says budget padding is corruption
Civil Rights Group Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has blasted the Speaker of the House of Representatives Mr Yakubu Dogara for his statement that “budget padding is not a crime under…
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UBA GMD calls for closer collaboration among African central banks (PHOTOS)
Outgoing Group Managing Director of pan-African banking group, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, Phillips Oduoza has called for increased collaboration among African central banks in order to drive intra-African trade…
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From Abuja to Rio de janeiro, here are the top 10 photos of the past week
From President Faure Gnassingbe's visit to Abuja to the amazing scenes from the 2016 Olympics in Rio de janeiro, here are top 10 photos of the past week from around the world; August…
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Opinion: How Christianity and Islam is ruining Nigeria
by Oyeniran Abioje Nigeria has four principal enemies: egocentricism, Christianity, Islam, and ethnicism. Those are the obstacles blocking Nigeria’s way to progress. The Fulani used Islam to gain territories and thrones…
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Akin Osuntokun: What is true Federalism?
“Initiate action to amend our Constitution with a view to devolving powers, duties and responsibilities to states and local governments in order to entrench true Federalism and the Federal spirit”-…
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Olusegun Adeniyi: When the ghosts go marching on
Because I know my readers very well, the expectation would most likely be that today, I will go after the PADDINGtons in the House of Representatives. But like my brother,…
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How 11 military personnel, 8 bandits were killed in Niger clash
The Nigerian Army has said that eleven military personnel and eight bandits died in a gun battle at Kopa, Dagma and Gagaw villages of Bosso Local Government Area of Niger…
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EFCC ‘investigates Akpabio over N108bn loot’
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has begun investigations into the allegations that former Governor of Akwa Ibom State, now Senate Minority leader, Goodswill Akpabio looted N108 billion during his…
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Simon Kolawole: All said and done, Nigeria first
In November 2014, I penned an article, “My Grouse with President Jonathan”. I highlighted his major achievements in agriculture, infrastructure, finance and education. I, however, said Jonathan was not doing…
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Budget-Padding Tracker: Dogara in desperate search for support
As the budget accusation rocking the House of Representatives continues to heighten, Speaker of the House, Yakubu Dogara, is on a desperate search for an additional 28 members to help…
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Falana warns APC against stopping budget padding investigation
A Senior Advocate of Nigeria and human rights activist Femi Falana has warned the All Progressives Congress APC against interfering in the budget padding scandal rocking the House of Representatives.…
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I’ve not returned to PDP – Obasanjo
Former president Chief Olusegun Obasanjo on Saturday dismissed speculations in the media that he had returned to the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. A picture taken and shared online placed Obasanjo…
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POETRY: When I die, may I not die
by Adedoyin Olumodeji ERSATZ Rivers flowing with glee, Buried beneath souls, so deep, Sun shining with glee, Hidden within, hearts so deep. Feel the dark passions, Around you, Happy expressions,…
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The September Standard
- T.I Nathan SS25 Lookbook: A Contemporary Ode to Elegance and Edge
- Idia Aisien’s Comeback to Style 101: Will She Revive the Magic?
- RED CARPET! Amstel Malta at 30: A Sleek Celebration of Style and Legacy!
- Ugoccie: Where Afrocentricity Meets Street Style
- The Future Awards Africa 2024: How Tunde Onakoya and Veekee James Served High-Fashion Mastery as Hosts
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
- T.I Nathan SS25 Lookbook: A Contemporary Ode to Elegance and Edge
- Idia Aisien’s Comeback to Style 101: Will She Revive the Magic?
- RED CARPET! Amstel Malta at 30: A Sleek Celebration of Style and Legacy!
- Ugoccie: Where Afrocentricity Meets Street Style
- The Future Awards Africa 2024: How Tunde Onakoya and Veekee James Served High-Fashion Mastery as Hosts
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