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Police arrest former Boko Haram spokesman in Sen. Ndume’s house
A former spokesman of terrorist sect, Boko Haram Ali Sanda Umar Konduga, also known Al-Zawahiri, has been arrested by the police in the house of Senate leader Ali Ndume, according to…
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We should blame ourselves not Buhari – Anambra monarch
An Igbo monarch Eze Obidiegwu Onyesoh, has urged Nigerians to stop blaming President Muhammadu Buhari for the challenges facing the country, but should rather blame themselves. Onyesoh, who is the ruler…
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88.5% obtain 5 credits and above in NECO exams
88.51 per cent of students who sat for the 2016 June/July Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) obtained five credits and above, including English Language and General Mathematics. This was made known on…
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Recession: Buhari should push for emergency law to stimulate economy – Orji Kalu
A former governor of Abia State, Chief Orji Kalu, has advised President Muhammadu Buhari to push for emergency law to get the nation out of the current economic recession. Kalu made…
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We’ve made 3 attempts to rescue the Chibok girls – FG
Minister of Information Lai Mohammed says the government is doing all within its power to ensure the abducted Chibok girls are released from captivity. Mohammed made the disclosure on Friday…
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Boko Haram’s aim is to train children who inherit their violent doctrine – Borno Gov.
Governor of Borno state Kashim Shettima says the wish of terrorist sect, Boko Haram is to train children who will inherit their violent doctrine. Shettima made the remark when he received 566…
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Buhari to attend 71st UN General Assembly
President Muhammadu Buhari will participate at the 71st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) from September 19-23, 2016 in New York, United States. This is contained in a…
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Recession: Governors fully behind Buhari’s plans to salvage situation
State Governors on Friday said they were fully behind plans being introduced by President Buhari's administration to bring the country out of recession. The governors made this disclosure after an extraordinary…
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Case against me frivolous | Man who named dog ‘Buhari’ tells court
The man who named his dog after President Muhammadu Buhari, Iroko Joachim has told the court to dismiss the case against him. In a statement sent by his lawyer, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa…
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These are the suspects arrested for attacking Onazi’s father (PHOTO)
Five men suspected to have attacked and robbed one Wilson Obande Onazi, father of Super Eagles player, Ogenyi Onazi, on Monday, September 12, 2016 were on Thursday paraded by the Lagos State…
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Nigerian businessman assassinated in South Africa
A Nigeria businessman Monday Okorie, was killed in Potchefstroom, North West Province of South Africa, on Tuesday. According to the President of the Nigeria Union in South Africa, Mr Ikechukwu Anyene, who…
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Super Eagles will qualify for 2018 World Cup – Salisu Yusuf
Super Eagles chief coach Salisu Yusuf has expressed belief that the team will qualify for the 2018 World Cup in Russia. Yusuf said this when he spoke to reporters in…
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$15m: EFCC stage-managed witnesses to lie against me – Patience Jonathan
Former first lady, Patience Jonathan on Thursday denied ownership of four accounts credited to her by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). In a statement by her media aide,…
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Boko Haram is holding no territory in Nigeria – DHQ
The Defence Headquarters have debunked claims that terrorist sect, Boko Haram is holding some territories in Northeast Nigeria. Defence Spokesman, Brigadier General Rabe Abubakar made the clarification on his official…
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18-year-old DJ kills barber with pestle
An eighteen year old Disc Jockey (DJ), Ugbede Iyeh, has been remanded in prison custody by a Lokoja Chiefs' Magistrate Court for killing his friend, a barber, Ikani Amodu, 30, with…
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Anenih led delegation that offered to sell PDP senate ticket to me – Daniel
A former governor of Ogun State Otunba Gbenga Daniel says he was offered the Senate ticket of the PDP in the state for a price, according to Premium Times. Daniel said the ticket was…
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Ambode approves N740m compensation to Lekki Free Zone host communities
The Lagos state governor Akinwunmi Ambode on Thursday approved a total sum of N740,461,432.00 as compensation for host communities of Parcel B comprising Yegunda, Abomiti and International Airport site of…
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Ibori to remain convicted despite bribe evidence
Former Delta State Governor, James Ibori still remains convicted of money laundering even as it has been established that a British police officer took bribes during the investigation of his…
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Recession: We can only overcome by thinking out of the box – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari says for Nigeria to get out of the current recession its leaders need to think outside the box. Buhari made the remark while delivering a speech at…
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Just In: Lagos Police arrests robbers who attacked Onazi’s home
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested the armed robbers who attacked and robbed Super Eagles midfielder Ogenyi Onazi's family in their Jos home. The robbers were apprehended in the…
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Oshiomhole is too old to be telling lies – Wike
Rivers state governor Nyesom Wike has called on his Edo state counterpart Adams Oshiomhole to stop telling lies at his old age, according to The Punch. Wike made the remark on Wednesday…
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Recession: It is wickedness to owe workers at a time like this – Obiano
Governor of Anambra state, Chief Willie Obiano, says it is sheer wickedness for any employer of labour particularly government to owe workers salaries in a time of recession. Obiano made the remark…
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Military dismisses Boko Haram video, says it’s a ‘complete joke’
The Military on Wednesday dismissed a new video released by terrorist group Boko Haram, showing thousands of its members at three different locations during the Sallah celebration, The Nation reports. The Acting…
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Pastor cuts-off Donald Trump during anti-Clinton remarks (WATCH)
A pastor in Flint cut off Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump during a speech when he attempted to veer off course by attacking Democratic candidate Senator Hillary Clinton. Trump who…
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Army kills 11 bandits in Zamfara
The Nigerian Army has killed eleven armed bandits in Zamfara state. This is contained in a statement issued on Wednesday by the spokesperson for the Army, Colonel Sani Usman. The…
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Journalists covering security issues in the North-east should seek permission – DHQ
The Defence Headquarters has advised journalists seeking to cover events in the Northeast to seek authorisation from military authorities. This is contained in a statement issued on Wednesday by the…
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Champions League Roundup: Iheanacho scores in City’s 4-0 win | Ronaldo scores stunning freekick | Leceister win 3-0 in their first ever UCL game
Nigeria's Kelechi Iheanacho scored in Manchester City's 4-0 whitewash of German side Borrusia Moenchengladbach. Iheanacho slotted in City's fourth goal in the 90th minute of the game after coming off…
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Navy arrests militant leader
The Nigerian Navy has arrested one Mr Uduak Etim Thompson aka Sangata, a top leader of a militant group known as Bakassi Strike Force (BSF). This is contained in a statement released on Wednesday…
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‘Return Nigeria to its booming economy, then resign’ | PDP tells Buhari
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to resign his position immediately. This is contained in a statement signed in Abuja by the Spokesperson of its National Caretaker…
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Heartland FC involved in road accident in Maiduguri
Heartland FC of Owerri on Wednesday was involved in a road accident in the city of Maiduguri, according to Vanguard. The Nigeria Professional Football League travelled to Maiduguri to face El-Kanemi Warriors in…
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