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EFL Cup 4th round draw: It’s a Manchester derby as United hosts City | West Ham face Chelsea | Liverpool draw Spurs
Defending champions Manchester City will face neighbours Manchester United in the fourth round tie of the competition. Pep Guardiola's men will be away to Jose Mourinho's side as they try…
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#EFLCup: Rashford shines for Man Utd | Spurs hit 5 past Gillingham| Man City defeat Swansea 2-1
Marcus Rashford was the star of the night for Manchester United scoring on his debut in the EFL Cup. United took the lead in the 18 minute through Michael Carrick.…
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Former Adamawa Gov. Ngilari remanded in EFCC custody
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has remanded former governor of Adamawa state Bala Ngilari in custody. Justice Nathan Musa of a High Court in Yola ordered Ngilari's detention…
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Nigeria on its way to technology revolution – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday said Nigeria is on its way to a technology revolution. Buhari made the remark during his address at the US/Africa business forum in New York…
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Drones will be used for Edo election – Army
Barely a week to the Edo governorship election security agencies are putting final touches in ensuring a hitch free process. As part its plans, the Nigeria Army says it would…
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The Thread: On the true essence of International Peace Day
Today marks the celebration of International Peace Day - a day set aside by the United Nations General Assembly to strengthen “the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations…
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Zakzaky’s Shiites violated right of Army Chief, Buratai – Report
A report by the National Human Rights Commission says the right of the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai, was violated by members of the Islamic Movement in…
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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversation today
These are the top five stories that drove the conversation today 1. Remove Adeosun, Udoma - Senate tells Buhari The Nigerian Senate has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to remove…
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‘Nigeria Police has never been involved in torture,’ IGP Idris replies Amnesty Int’l (WATCH)
The Inspector General of Police, Ibrahim Idris has refuted claims by Amnesty International that men of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) use extreme torture to obtain bribe from suspects. Idris…
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UK Accounts: Jibrin sues 2 lawyers for defamation, demands N1.2bn
Honourable Abdulmumin Jibrin has sued two lawyers over claims that he has 1.5million pounds in his account in the United Kingdom.In a suit before the High Court of the Federal…
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I will appear before Ethics Committee if… – Jibrin
Honourable Abdulmumin Jibrin says he would only attend the hearing of the Ethics committee of the House of Representatives if it is made public. The lawmaker representing Kiru-Bebeji Federal Constituency of…
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The Media Blog: Dapo Olorunyomi steps (just a bit) aside at Premium Times
This didn’t make as much of a splash as it should have. Understandable sha – it’s Nigeria after all, where the present has very little knowledge of its provenance. Dapo…
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Opinion: Kakonomics – Why Nigerians love mediocrity
kakonomics kækəˈnɒmɪks,ɛk-/ noun the strange preference for low quality outcomes. the word for ‘Nigerians are mad’. “Nigerians are mad.” Sound familiar? How about: “Nigeria is special. Standard laws of…
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84 LASU students receive warning letters for indecent dressing
Eighty four students of the Lagos State University (LASU) have been issued warning letters for indecent dressing by the university authorities, the News Agency of Nigeria reports. The warning was issued by…
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President Buhari addresses the US/Africa business forum (PHOTOS)
President Muhammadu Buhari is currently addressing the US/Africa business forum at the 71st general assembly of the United Nations. Buhari has held a series of meetings with world leaders since…
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Muhammadu Buhari: Making ‘Africa Rising’ a reality in Nigeria
Until a few years ago, Africa Rising was a dominant theme in conversations about the global economy. That enthusiasm has since cooled, so that in newsrooms and think tanks and…
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EFCC arrests man for N12m fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday, September 21, 2016 arrested a businessman, Abdulhafiz Umar Barau, for allegedly obtaining money by false pretence to the tune of N12,150,000…
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[The Legislative Blog]: Dogara! Dogara!! Dogara!!!
It was theatre in its most crude form at the House of Representatives sitting today. Dogara! Dogara!! Dogara!!! The honourable members of the House of Reps chanted. It's like when…
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An open letter to my darling future wife, Mrs Cikk0
by Cikk0 As I write this, we haven’t met. If we have, know that I am presently thinking of you as a proper pretender right now. You are forming. Why…
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Opinion: What Nigeria’s youth can do with political power
by Toyosi Akerele–Ogunsiji This for me is a season of Mixed Feelings. For once, I think our Public Sector Leaders and a few Young Nigerians should swap roles, positions, offices…
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Mark Essien: My advice to Nigerian start up founders
Focus on making users use your product before you over-invest time in building the product. If people don't want to use a simple version of the product, they won't want…
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Amnesty Int’l accuses SARS of extreme torture and theft
Amnesty International has accused men of the Special Anti-robbery Squad (SARS) of engaging in torture and theft. The body said SARS operatives are in the habit of stealing from suspects.…
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Globacom to end Psquare’s N65m per yer deal
Telecommunications company Globacom is set to terminate the sixty-five million naira per year contract of music duo, Psquare, The Cable reports. The decision follows the public differences between the brothers in the…
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Recession: Sack Adeosun, Udoma; appoint competent brains, Senate tells Buhari
The Senate on Wednesday recommended the sack of Minister of Finance Kemi Adeosun and her counterpart in the Ministry of Budget and National Planning, Udo Udoma. The senators made the…
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I don’t like Buhari but I pray for him everyday – Reno Omokri
Former aide to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, Reno Omokri on Wednesday said he does not like President Muhammadu Buhari but he prays for him everyday, because "he is God's choosen". Reno…
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Group protests at the National Assembly over budget padding allegations (PHOTOS)
The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) on Wednesday held a protest at the entrance of the National Assembly in Abuja, demanding for the suspension of Hon. Abdulmumin Jibrin. The…
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UPDATED: House of Reps in rowdy session over budget padding allegations
The House of Representatives on Wednesday witnessed a rowdy session over budget padding allegation made by the former Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriations, Abbdulmumin Jibrin against Speaker Yakubu…
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Opinion: On GSM tax, Pres. Buhari has pushed his luck too far
by Adekoya Boladale A recent investigative report by Economic Confidential puts the total annual remuneration of President Buhari and his cabinet at N2.295billion. In the extensive report, President Buhari and…
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Some reactions to Miriam’s love story show that marriage is seen as a prize by too many people
by Joachim MacEbong A series of tweets earlier this morning by Miriam Shehu, detailing how she sponsored her lover’s Masters programme, and was even prepared to relocate, only for him…
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A lady tweeted her pain and the foolish section of Nigerian Twitter fought back (READ)
This Twitter user @MiriamShehu is clearly broken. When she took to the social platform this morning to share the story of her heartbreak, she must have hoped for solace. Well,…
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The September Standard
- RED CARPET! Amstel Malta at 30: A Sleek Celebration of Style and Legacy!
- Ugoccie: Where Afrocentricity Meets Street Style
- 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
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
- RED CARPET! Amstel Malta at 30: A Sleek Celebration of Style and Legacy!
- Ugoccie: Where Afrocentricity Meets Street Style
- 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
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