Day: 10 April 2017

Itunuoluwa April 10, 2017

We will hold you accountable – United States to governments who “commit crimes against innocents”

by Itunuoluwa Adebo Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said the United States will "hold to account" any government that commits atrocities against innocent people, as key US allies met to…

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Azeez April 10, 2017

Photos of N250m uncovered by EFCC at Lagos market

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Monday discovered N250m cash at the popular Balogun market in Lagos. See photos below: [InCaseYouMissedIt: EFCC discovers N250m in Lagos market]

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Azeez April 10, 2017

EFCC discovers N250m in Lagos Market

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Monday said it has intercepted N250 million at the popular Balogun market in Lagos. The commission disclosed this in a statement issued…

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Op-ed Editor April 10, 2017

Today’s Noisemakers: Dr Joe Abah, Gimba Kakanda, and FRSC Rivers state sector commander, Andrew Kumapayi

Every day, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social matters, etc. Sometimes, they are…

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Op-ed Editor April 10, 2017

Demola Olarewaju: 7 key reasons why Efe won #BBNaija

by Demola Olarewaju Hate to do stuff like this at a time when it will be what everyone else is doing but hope I can bring some fresh insight into…

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Roqeebah April 10, 2017

Has this year’s #BBNaija been the most toxic edition of the show ever?

by Roqeebah O. How do we say it? This show was very divisive. In just 78 days that it was on, BBNaija brought to the fore, many issues that are…

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Sponsor April 10, 2017

NaijaBillionaire reassures Nigerians of determination to produce more millionaires

Chairman NaijaBillionaire Limited, Adedotun Sulaiman has said the company comes with a national colour and global standard, and is designed by Nigerians for Nigerians. According to him, “Our mission is…

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Itunuoluwa April 10, 2017

US and China finally agree on North Korea nuclear threat, Tillerson says

by Itunuoluwa Adebo US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said Sunday that China understands now how dangerous North Korea's nuclear program has become and agrees action must be taken to…

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Azeez April 10, 2017

Demolition of mosques: Muslim leaders reach agreement with Fayose

Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose has reached an agreement with Muslim leaders in the state not to demolish four mosques built in filling stations in Ado Ekiti. The deal was reached…

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Azeez April 10, 2017

Reps summon Magu, Emefiele, NNPC GMD over $17bn stolen oil

The House of Representatives Ad hoc committee has summoned the acting Chairman of Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ibrahim Magu, to appear before it on Tuesday over alleged $17bn stolen undeclared…

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Roqeebah April 10, 2017

The YNaija Cover this evening – the 10th of April

Read the full stories and analyses by clicking the links below:

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Sponsor April 10, 2017

9th Ibadan City Marathon: Sharabutu Phillibus scoops one million Naira

Sharabutu Philibus yesterday emerged first male winner of the 9th Ibadan City marathon 2017, while Illiya Pam came second; Abdullahi Ibrahim and Peter Istifanu came third and fourth position in…

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Editor April 10, 2017

Demola Olarewaju: The seven key reasons I think Efe won #BBNaija

by Demola Olarewaju Hate to do stuff like this at a time when it will be what everyone else is doing but hope I can bring some fresh insight into…

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Itunuoluwa April 10, 2017

Trump’s travel expenses so far? Already as much as Obama spent in 2 years

by Itunuoluwa Adebo President Trump’s trips to his luxury Florida resort are costing the Unite States a pretty penny, approximately at least $24 million (£19.2 million) which is roughly as much as…

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Itunuoluwa April 10, 2017

Neil Gorsuch sworn in as Supreme Court Judge

by Itunuoluwa Adebo Judge Neil Gorsuch has taken the first of two oaths to be sworn in as the newest Supreme Court justice Monday, after survived a grueling confirmation process…

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Azeez April 10, 2017

BREAKING: El-Rufai dares Dogara, releases pay slip, security vote

by Azeez Adeniyi Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai has published details of his state's expenditure as well as security votes. This came after the Speaker of the House of Representatives,…

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Azeez April 10, 2017

Obasanjo has indirectly confirmed Fayemi became governor through judicial fraud – PDP

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti State has said former President Olusegun Obasanjo has confirmed that Minister of Mines and Steel Development, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, became governor through judicial fraud.…

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Azeez April 10, 2017

Military release 593 Boko Haram detainees

The Nigerian Army has released 593 detainees after they were cleared of association with terrorist group, Boko Haram. Theatre Commander of Operation Lafiya Dole, Maj.-Gen. Lucky Irabor, handed over the…

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Azeez April 10, 2017

We are well-fed…We don’t want to return home yet – IDPs

Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Pompomari camp, Yobe have said they are not in a haste to return home. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), IDPs who spoke…

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Op-ed Editor April 10, 2017

Opinion: The value of toll gates to Nigerians

by David Temitope The Roman Empire under the rule of Emperor Julio Caesar constructed and commissioned roads (viae) in 44 BC. The construction of these roads was solely by the…

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Itunuoluwa April 10, 2017

Trump may be shaking up the seating arrangement at his table

by Itunuoluwa Adebo The future of top White House staffers, Steve Bannon and Reince Priebus seem to hang in the balance as President Trump is sending signals there is a…

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Op-ed Editor April 10, 2017

Dr Joe Abah: Why I want to die on my government seat

by Dr Joe Abah No, not me! I certainly don’t!! Rather, this post seeks to unravel something that, to many people, is a mystery: Why do Nigerian public servants do…

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Azeez April 10, 2017

Reps will strengthen EFCC to fight corruption – Gbajabiamila

by Azeez Adeniyi Majority Leader of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila on Monday said the lower chamber will strengthen anti-corruption institutions. Gbajabiamila said this on Monday in Lagos. He said…

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Editor April 10, 2017

The Media Blog: There’s a trailer for Mildred Okwo’s next project

It's a TV series created by Tunde Babalola called Bankers NGR. It stars Rita Dominic (as is typical of projects she co-produces with Mildred Okwo at this point) as well…

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Azeez April 10, 2017

FG not monitoring Nigerians’ telephone calls – Lai Mohammed

by Azeez Adeniyi The Federal Government on Monday denied reports that it was monitoring or recording calls made by Nigerians. This was in a statement by Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji…

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Azeez April 10, 2017

Saudi Arabia, Iran have divided the Muslim world – Sanusi

by Azeez Adeniyi Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II has said Saudi Arabia and Iran have “radicalised and divided” the Muslim world. Sanusi said this doring the weekend in Morocco. He…

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Azeez April 10, 2017

BBOG: Charly Boy embarks on lone march to Aso Rock

Entertainer, Charles Oputa popularly known as Charly Boy has embarked on a 'solo' journey to the Presidential villa, Abuja. Charly Boy embarked on the journey in commemoration with the third anniversary…

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