Guess who’s back: IBB returns from medical trip abroad

‘We walked in the bush for days’: Adamawa varsity students narrate ordeal

by Akan Ido Seventeen Benue indigenes who were among hundreds of other Adamawa State University students caught in the Boko Haram siege in Mubi, have raised an alarm over the whereabouts of their colleagues. The students, who spoke to newsmen at the Benue State Government House where they were being accommodated after their gruelling ordeal... Read More

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We will market GEJ using the Indomie Marketing Strategy – @DoyinOkupe

by Isi Esene The Federal Government has concluded plans to publicize the achievements of the President Goodluck Jonathan administration over the past four years using the ‘Indomie Marketing Strategy’. This plan was made public by Dr. Doyin Okupe, the Special Assistant to the President of Public Affairs during the launch of a 4-day interactive forum... Read More

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Ladies, see the 10 HOTTEST photos Flavour Nabania

by Akan Ido Instagram was abuzz this morning as highlife artiste, Flavour Nabania posted one of his most daring photos till date. After ceaseless oohs and ahhs… and criticisms by ladies, the sexy hunk decided to turn off the heat by yanking off the picture on his page – much to the disap-ointment of his... Read More

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Policeman suspected of gunrunning ‘commits suicide in detention’

by Akan Ido DSP Nambol Audu, the officer-in-charge of the police armoury in Kaduna has reportedly committed suicide. Audu, who was recently arrested and detained after he allegedly stole guns from the armoury was said to have killed himself while in police custody. Sources said he was found dead in his cell, with blood stains... Read More

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Is he the one? Dayo ‘D1’ Adeneye joins the political race in Ogun

by Akan Ido Primetime Entertainment co-founder, Dayo ‘D1’ Adeneye has made public his intention to represent the Odogbolu Constituency of Ogun State in the State House of Assembly. The entertainment entrepreneur, who is contesting under the All Progressives Congress (APC), made this disclosure through his Instagram page while urging his fans to support him as... Read More

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Album review: Little joy to be found on Wizkid’s Ayo

by Wilfred Okiche Excitement for Wizkid’s long awaited sophomore effort, Ayo (Joy) probably dampened once the album’s track list made its way to the internet in early September. At 19 tracks long, the record- his last with record label Empire Mates Entertainment (EME)- seemed at once like a hot mess of familiar tracks, usual suspect... Read More

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October 30, 2014

THE 2015 TRACKLIST: GEJ pulls off Tambuwal’s security details | Akinjide says Ladoja is a no-no for PDP | Wike battles enemies within | More stories

As you count down to the February General Elections, we show you what to read and what to skip today. Jonathan pulls off Tambuwal’s security details. Leadership Speaker gets support from colleagues. Nation Ladoja is a no-no for PDP, says Akinjide. Nation Women demand 35% affirmative action implementation. Punch PDP says the APC is unprepared for... Read More

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October 30, 2014

SPOTTED: @APCNigeria leader, @AsiwajuTinubu returns from UK trip

by Akan Ido Bola Tinubu, the leader of the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) has returned to the country after a trip to the United Kingdom. The former Lagos State Governor who has been rumoured to be nursing a debilitating illness reportedly arrived the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja today. Tinubu, who was spotted with... Read More

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For the record: Full text of Speaker, Aminu Tambuwal’s speech at the APC Special Convention in Abuja

The work may appear tedious and the road ahead may appear long and hard, but our party is amply endowed with all the key ingredients of success. It is an honour and privilege to join you all today at this Special Convention of our great party, the All Progressives Congress (APC). I am really glad... Read More

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‘Hi beautiful…’: This lady was catcalled over 100 times in one day (WATCH)

by Akan Ido Rob Bliss, a video director has filmed an actress as she walked the streets of New York City to highlight the harassment women face. In 10 hours, Shoshana Roberts was subjected to more than 100 catcalls from men she passed. For Rob Bliss, the brain behind the viral video, the intent was... Read More

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Today’s Daily Brief: Tambuwal says PDP ‘cabal’ will be chased out, LP gives Mimiko 21 day ultimatum to resign, Bipi wants Amaechi called to order, and more

We deliver your news brief for Wednesday, October 29, 2014. The National Working Committee (NWC) Wednesday advised Governor of Ondo State, Olusegun Mimiko to respect Labour Party (LP) constitution and resign from office. Mimiko who was elected into office as LP candidate dumped the party for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). LP NWC took... Read More

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I got Hepatitis C while wrestling in the WWE – Ex-wrestler claims

by Akan Ido A former professional wrestler is suing the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) claiming he contracted Hepatitis C during a bloody wrestling match. The wrestler, Billy Jack Haynes accused the WWE of failing to educate wrestlers of the long term negative effects the sport has on their health choosing instead to hide important medical information from... Read More

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Gospel artiste, Sammie Okposo shows off new 2011 BMW X6 (LOOK)

by Akan Ido Gospel artiste, Sammie Okposo has recently purchased a BMW X6 2011 European spec vehicle and he can’t help but thank God about it. Okposo unveiled the state-of-the-art vehicle, with customized number plate S0-1, to his over 50,000 Instagram followers this afternoon saying: “Jesus i thank you wellu wellu for my new BMW X6 2011... Read More

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BUSTED: Man remanded in Kirikiri prisons after escaping from police custody

by Akan Ido Tolu Akinbode, a 28-year-old man who allegedly escaped from police custody has been remanded in Kirikiri prison custody. The suspect who does not have a specified address was arraigned before an Ojo Magistrates’ Court on charges of escaping from police custody. He was later ordered to remain in Kirikiri Prison until the next... Read More

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2015: Jonathan gets N98 million donation from TAN, PDP govs

by Isi Esene President Goodluck Jonathan will be picking up his Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) nomination form tomorrow, Thursday. The President intends to do this days after publicly declaring his intentions to run for re-election in next year’s presidential elections. In a statement released today and signed by Reuben Abati, the Special Adviser to the... Read More

Soldiers flee as #BokoHaram invades town in Adamawa (Report)

by Akan Ido Reports say hundreds of Nigerian soldiers are making their way out of Mubi, Adamawa State as men believed to be members of the Boko Haam Islamic sect make advances towards the town. The insurgents, who were said to have attacked Uba Local Government Area yesterday, reportedly took over Mararaba Hildi, a few kilometers... Read More

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‘I committed grave acts’: Paedophile priest confesses, hangs himself in church vestry

by Isi Esene Maks Suard, an Italian priest who recently admitted to “grave acts” on a teenage girl has hanged himself in the vestry of his church. Reports from the AFP indicate that the 48-year-old priest killed himself days after admitting to committing “grave acts” on a 13-year-old girl. He confessed his actions to the Trieste’s bishop,... Read More

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Guys, here’s a perfectly valid reason to have over 20 female sex partners (READ)

by Isi Esene Latest studies have shown that there may actually be an upside side to men having sexual partners numbering over twenty. Men have famously been known to keep a tab on their ‘body count’ to boost their ever-drooping ego but they may need to do it more now – for health reasons as researchers... Read More

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THE 2015 TRACKLIST: PDP has eyes only for GEJ | …Kwankwaso says APC can stop him | Atiku says he’s here to stay | More stories

As you count down to the February General Elections, we show you what to read and what to skip today. PDP has eyes only for GEJ. Leadership …Kwankwaso says APC can stop him. Leadership Jonathan wants no violence though. Leadership As Patience Jonathan interferes in Oyo poltics. Punch Atiku says he ain’t going nowhere. Leadership... Read More

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2015: PDP turns back 2 presidential aspirants

by Akan Ido The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) today showed how much of a support President Goodluck Jonathan has as a consensus candidate today when two presidential aspirants were turned back at the party headquarters. The aspirants, Dr. Abdul-Jhalil Tafawa-Balewa and Prof. Akasoba Duke-Abiola were today in Abuja to pick their presidential nomination forms. First to... Read More

Today’s Daily Brief: Akpabio says PDP has always suspected Tambuwal, Kwankwaso declares presidential bid, PDP rejects 2 presidential aspirants, and more

We deliver your news brief for Tuesday, October 28, 2014. Its majority status in the House of Representatives far from overwhelming, after a series of defections, the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, acknowledged Tuesday it may lack a required two-third support to force out the speaker, Aminu Tambuwal, who decamped from the party Tuesday. Mr.... Read More

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Fresh out: Burna Boy drops video for smash hit, Check and Balance (WATCH)

by Akan Ido Afro fusion and multiple award winning artist Burna Boy, has released new music video for his currently released single ‘Check and Balance’ produced by Spellz. Filmed in various locations such as South Africa and Lagos showcasing people doing various dancehall steps, the video is a collaborative effort between music video director, MattMax and... Read More

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Again, @Atiku denies stories making the rounds that he’s leaving APC

by Akan Ido Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar has denied reports suggesting that he is planning to leave the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) if he fails to get the party’s nod to fly the its flag in next year’s Presidential election. Atiku, who is a frontrunner among the individuals positioning themselves to get the... Read More

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Shaydee presents new single ‘Potential Freestyle’ featuring Legendary Beatz

by Akan Ido Hip hop recording artist and EME star Shaydee is on a roll as he keeps churning out songs to entertain his fans. He gets together with Legendury Beatz for a new single – Potential Freestyle. The 3 minute club banger “Potential” is a freestyle dancehall song produced by super producers Legendury Beatz... Read More

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No votes recount in Osun, says APC

by Akan Ido The All Progressives Congress have denied reports claiming that the Election Petition Tribunal has ordered a recount of the votes cast during the Osun State governorship elections which took place on August 9, 2014. Kunle Oyatomi, the party spokesman in the state said, “The APC calls on residents to disregard the online report.... Read More

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2015: Jonathan gets set to pick nomination form

by Isi Esene There are indications that President Goodluck Jonathan will likely pick up his nomination form at the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Secretariat in Abuja on Wednesday. Jonathan who, days ago, made public his intentions to run for re-election in the 2015 elections, has reportedly, through his team, sent words to all members of the National... Read More

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THE 2015 TRACKLIST: Tambuwal finally makes up his mind | Kwankwaso is ready to declare | Murray-Bruce to vie for senate seat | More stories

As you count down to the February General Elections, we show you what to read and what to skip today. Kwankwaso is ready to declare. Premium Times Gov. Aliyu checks up on IBB in Germany. Leadership Tambuwal finally makes up his mind. Leadership Murray-Bruce declares for Senate. Punch Things fall apart for Nasarawa PDP. Leadership... Read More

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‘@APCNigeria will win 2015 elections,’ says Bashir Tofa

by Akan Ido Bashir Usman Tofa, former presidential aspirant under the National Republican Party in the 1993 elections has told the Hausa Service of the Voice of America that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will defeat the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in a free and fair election. Tofa who spoke with the VOA today... Read More

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Wike challenges Amaechi to debate on corruption

by Isi Esene Nyesom Wike, former Chief of Staff to the governor of Rivers State, Rotimi Amaechi has accused him of being corrupt. Wike, who recently resigned from the Federal Executive Council as Minister of Education in order to contest the gubernatorial elections coming up in February 2015, challenged Amaechi to a debate to prove... Read More