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No worries! APC promises hitch-free primaries in Kebbi
by James Sambo Ahead of the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial primaries in Kebbi state, the party has assured aspirants a transparent polling process. Speaking on Wednesday in Birnin Kebbi,…
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Nigerians displaced by Boko Haram need $34m – UNHCR
by James Sambo With over 75 000 people displaced in the battle against insurgents in NorthEast and NorthCentral Nigeria, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has called on…
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@ElRufai wants to bring “justice and fairness” to Kaduna state
by James Sambo A former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, has formally declared his intention to run for the Kaduna State governorship seat. El Rufai,…
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Femi Falana weighs in and appeals for the pardon of the Maimalari 12
by Mayowa Aboah Human Rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN) has called on military authorities to reconsider the decision taken against the twelve soldiers who have been sentenced to death for…
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You can’t do one-tenth of what GEJ has done on security, PDP chieftain tells Kwankwaso
by Godwin Akanfe Sunny Onuesoke, a Delta State gubernatorial aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2007 elections, has lashed out at the governor of Kano State, Rabiu Kwankwaso,…
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Warning: Padi padi regulation is taking over Nigeria’s financial sector
by Tunji Andrews From having virtually every full year result, covertly pointing accusing fingers at the Central bank of Nigeria, for over regulation and being insensitive to their profit margins;…
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2015: Atiku will not “give up on Nigeria” || Former VP speaks on his presidential ambition
by Mayowa Aboah Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has said he will not give up on his ambition to become the president of the country. Speaking to journalists…
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League to show last respect for late Onyeawuna
by China Acheru A minute’s silence will be observed in honour and memory of one of Nigeria’s football players, Albert Onyeanwuna who will be laid to rest on Saturday,…
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“There is no case of Ebola in Nigeria”, please resume September 22 || GEJ pleads with the NUT
by Laila Ibrahim In reaction to threat by the National Union of Teachers (NUT) to embark on a nationwide strike as a result of school resumption date moved forward by…
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Tragic! 67 South Africans also buried in the rubble of SCOAN building
by Jewel Stephen The South African government has said that 67 of its citizens were killed in the building collapse which occurred at the Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN)…
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“He misses Old Trafford” || Gary Neville hints on Ronaldo’s possible return to Manchester United
by Olorunwa Lawal Former England international, Gary Neville, has said that the possibility of FIFA's Ballon D'or winner, Cristiano Ronaldo, returning to Manchester United, are high. Some days ago, former…
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“Provide evidence or shut the hell up” … pro-GEJ group takes shots at the APC
by Godwin Akanfe Contrary to claims by the All Progressives Congress, that the Transformation Ambassadors of Nigeria (TAN), is fuelled by President Goodluck Jonathan, the pro-Jonathan group has come out to…
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Wenger says Arsenal has no defensive problems || injured Debuchy has replacements
by Olorunwa Lawal Arsenal's manager, Arsene Wenger has said assured fans that there is no need to panic despite the Gunners looking depleted in the back four. On Saturday, during…
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Have you switched yet? .ng domain name approaching 60,000
by Emma Chidiogo The Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA) has said that the number of .ng domains in Nigeria is approaching 60,000, since its launch in 2012. A domain name…
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Mutiny is death: Why the 12 military officers are condemned to die
by Emma Chidiogo Twelve soldiers were on Monday sentenced to death by a nine-member military tribunal in Abuja for attacking their commanding officer while on duty. The soldiers, accused of…
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Ayorinsola Obisanya: What is the essence (30 days, 30 voices)
by Ayorinsola Obisanya I’ve got questions I haven’t yet found answers to. Let’s see if you can finally help me answer them. First, what is the essence of electricity when…
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Dogs to help in rescuing trapped victims at SCOAN collapsed building site
by Godwin Akanfe As the saga at the Synagogue Church of All Nations continues over the collapsed six-storey building, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has said that it will…
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Sacked! Appeal’s Court couldn’t help troubled Ifedayo Abegunde
by Godwin Akanfe The Court of Appeal in Ondo state, has sacked the state Federal Lawmaker, Ifedayo Abegunde, thereby upholding the decision of the Federal High court in 2012. It…
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ATM card thief caught in Apapa
by Jewel Stephen A 31-year-old security guard resident at 18, Iganmu Street, Olodi-Apapa, has been charged to court for the alleged theft of N136,000 with his neighbour’s ATM card. The…
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This Nigerian boxer lasted just 40 seconds [WATCH]
by Olorunwa Lawal Nigerian boxer, Lateef "Power" Kayode, lasted just 40 seconds in the ring before he was knocked down by Luis Ortiz of Cuba in the first round of…
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Hopeful NFF wait on Keshi
by Olorunwa Lawal The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has announced that head coach of the Super Eagles, Stephen Keshi, will sign a new contract to manage the team before the…
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“Ronaldo is tired of Real Madrid”
by Olorunwa Lawal Former President of Real Madrid, Ramon Calderon, has said that Portuguese International, Cristiano Ronaldo, is no more happy at the Spanish side. Calderon claims that the Ballon…
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NNPC sets new three-point agenda to boost oil production
by Chris Ikechukwu The General Managing Director(GMD) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Joseph Dawha, has promised to direct efforts and resources available to achieve three key programs during…
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Jega on the hot seat: Ijaw group want him sacked
by Godwin Akanfe In reaction to the proposed additional 30,000 polling units to be created by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of the 2015 general election, the Ijaw Youth…
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“Atiku is not my godfather”…Peter Okocha wants you all to know
by Chris Ikechukwu A governorship aspirant in Delta State, Peter Okocha, has dismissed claims that the former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, is his political godfather. Okocha, who was…
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Goodluck Jonathan Leadership Center – another government leech?
by Adetoye Oremosu The US Chapter of the Goodluck Jonathan Leadership Center (GJLC) held its interactive session on Saturday, September 13, 2014. This is its second event after the one…
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Nigeria attracted investments worth N1 billion in the second quarter of 2014
by Tunji Andrews Capital imported in the Second Quarter of 2014 was recorded at a value of $5,803.89 million. It increased by $1,899.33 million or 48.64% from the $3,904.55 million…
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Sound the alarm! Inflation rose by 8.3% in August
by Tunji Andrews In August 2014, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) which measures inflation recorded an uptick from the previous month. Prices rose by 8.5 percent (year-on-year), up 0.2 percentage…
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Lagos is working, debts are piling up, Fashola explains why
by Emma Chidiogo The Governor of Lagos State, Babatunde Fashola, has said that the huge loans obtained by the administration is used in financing capital intensive projects as the Light…
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Jonathan directs military to institute special programme to honour fallen heroes
by Laila Ibrahim President Goodluck Jonathan has directed the institution of a special programme that will honour officers of the armed forces who lose their lives in active service. Speaking…
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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
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