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September 22, 2016

NDLEA arrests 2 with cocaine in Lagos airport

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested two suspects found with cocaine on the Nigeria-Brazil route at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos. In a statement by the Head Public Affairs of the agency, Ofoyeju Mitchell on Thursday, it was stated that “the suspects inserted seven wraps of cocaine each weighing 350 grammes into their alimentary... Read More

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September 22, 2016

House of Reps donate N18m to victorious paralympics team

Members of the House of Representatives on Wednesday donated N50,000 each to Nigeria Paralympics team for their impressive performance at the Games in Rio. The motion was passed by Hon. Ayo Omidiran who said the athletes’ unprecedented performance at the Games was worth applauding. She said the athletes needed encouragement from the House, having won... Read More

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September 22, 2016

Herdsmen attacks: Agatu community sues Nigerian govt, demands N10bn compensation

Members of Agatu community in Benue State who were victims of attacks by Fulani herdsmen have sued the Nigerian government to ECOWAS court, demanding a compensation of N10 billion. In an application made available to NAN on Wednesday, the community prayed the court to direct the government to rebuild and resettle members of the community.... Read More

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September 22, 2016

Buhari invites UN as negotiators for Chibok girls release

President Muhammadu Buhari has invited the United Nations to serve as intermediary during the negotiations for the release of the abducted Chibok girls. Buhari said this while speaking with the United Nations Secretary General, Ban Ki-moon at the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. “The challenge is in getting credible and bona fide leadership of... Read More

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September 22, 2016

We want our stolen money back, Buhari tells Switzerland President

President Muhaamdu Buhari has told his Swiss counterpart, Johann Schneider-Ammann to release the country’s funds which were stashed away in the European country. According to a statement by the President’s spokesperson, Femi Adesina, Buhari said this during a bilateral meeting with the Swiss president at the sidelines of the 71st UN General Assembly in New... Read More

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September 22, 2016

Man rapes 4-year-old girl in her brother’s presence

A 20-year-old man, Bassey Johnson has been arrested by the Lagos State Police command for allegedly raping a 4-year-old girl at the Idimu area of the State. It was learnt that Johnson allegedly raped the victim when she and her brother went to his house to watch television. Her brother had reportedly slept off when... Read More

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September 22, 2016

IPOB threat sends Anglican bishops packing from Anambra

The Bishops of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican communion) on Wednesday abruptly ended its meeting which was scheduled to hold for 5 days. According to Punch, this was because of the threat issued by the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) that it would be holding a sit-at-home protest on September 23 against the detention of its... Read More

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September 22, 2016

That’s how Botswana deported an American pastor for……

American pastor who is known for his anti-gay stance, Steven Anderson has been deported by Botswana for his ‘notorious’ homophobic comments on a Botswana radio station. Anderson was said to have made daring comments about the Orlando nightclub shooting and was subsequently arrested by immigration officers on September 20 while in the studio. The Botswana... Read More

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September 22, 2016

We have freed over 2 million civilians from Boko Haram – Army

The Nigerian Army on Wednesday said since the beginning of President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration, it has rescued over two million persons held captive by dreaded terrorist group, Boko Haram. The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai, who was represented by the Chief of Civil Military Relations, Maj. Gen. Peter Bojie, stated this in... Read More

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September 22, 2016

Alleged money laundering: EFCC freezes Patience Jonathan’s personal account

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has frozen a Skye Bank account belonging to former First Lady, Dame Patience Jonathan with a balance of $5m. According to reports, the step was taken after Mrs. Jonathan confirmed that the money came from the same source as the four frozen company accounts. A detective at the... Read More

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September 22, 2016

Militant group threatens to bomb NNPC if Patience Jonathan is arrested

The Niger Delta Peoples Professional Volunteer Force (NDPPVF) has said it would bomb the the headquarters of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) if the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrests former First Lady, Patience Jonathan. In a statement by its spokesperson, Parkinson George-Amabo, the group said the way EFCC is investigating Mrs. Jonathan is not acceptable. “As... Read More

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September 21, 2016

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 Omokri posted this on his Facebook page while reacting to insinuations by some Nigerians that Mrs. Aisha Buhari’s picture with Michelle Obama was photoshopped. He... Read More

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September 21, 2016

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 group was opposing budget padding allegations made by the lawmaker against Speaker Dogara and three other principal officers of the House of Representatives. They were... Read More

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September 21, 2016

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 Dogara and three others. The session went rowdy after the Chairman, House Committee on Rules and Business, Hon. Orker Jev reminded the Speaker and members of... Read More

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September 21, 2016

N6.8bn NAMA fraud: Trial suffers setback due to judge’s absence

The Federal High in Lagos on Wednesday could not sit for the trial of former Managing Director of Nigerian Airspace Management Agency, Ibrahim Abdulsalam, facing N6.8 billion fraud, due to absence of the judge. Abdulsalam was charged by the EFCC for allegedly diverting the agency’s N6.8bn for personal use alongside 6 others. Others are Adegorite... Read More

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September 21, 2016

Davido’s ‘Skelewu’ featured in Disney movie ‘Queen of Katwe’ soundtracks

Artiste, Davido’s single ‘Skelewu’ has been featured as one of the official soundtracks for a new Walt Disney movie titled ‘Queen of Katwe’. ‘Sekem’ by MC Galaxy was also featured on the soundtracks as well as Ugandan artiste Eddy Kenzo’s ‘Mbilo Mbilo’. Davido confirmed the development on his Twitter handle. He wrote, “Never thought I’d hear... Read More

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September 21, 2016

Troops kill Boko Haram terrorists, reclaim town in Borno

Troops of Operation LAFIYA DOLE and Multinational Joint Task Force have captured Mallam Fatori town in Borno State. This was revealed in a statement by Army Spokesperson, Col. Sani Usman on Wednesday. Usman said the troops were involved in a fierce battle closely covered by air operations with the terrorists. He said the troops killed some... Read More

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September 21, 2016

Mikel Obi confirms talks with other clubs for possible Chelsea exit

Super Eagles midfielder, John Obi Mikel has confirmed he will be talking to other clubs ahead of the January transfer window for a possible Chelsea exit after 12 years. Mikel is yet to make a first team appearance for the blues under Antonio Conte this season. His contract is due to expire this summer, giving... Read More

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September 21, 2016

We will resolve Niger Delta crisis, Buhari assures Obama

President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday assured U.S. President, Barack Obama that his administration will take necessary steps to resolve the crisis in the Niger Delta. This was in a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina who said Buhari made the assurance during a meeting with Obam at the... Read More

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September 21, 2016

25-year-old stabbed to death over girlfriend in Delta

Tragedy struck in Eku, Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State after a 25-year-old man, Matthew Iyede was stabbed to death over a ‘girlfriend’. It was gathered that the victim was stabbed in the chest several times at a popular bar, Blue Sea Restaurant and Bar, in Eku near Delta State University Abraka. It was also learnt... Read More

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September 21, 2016

N4.17trn: How much Nigeria has borrowed in a year

Statistics from the Debt Management Office (DMO) on Tuesday has shown that Nigeria’s debt has risen from N12.12tn in June 2015 to N16.29tn as of June 30, 2016, indicating a N4.17tn increase. The document from the DMO also showed that external debt by the federal and state governments stood at $11.26bn or N3.19tn as of June 30, 2016 as... Read More

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September 21, 2016

PDP, Fayose are threats to Nigeria’s democracy – APC

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ekiti on Tuesday said Governor Ayodele Fayose and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) are threats to the nation’s democracy. The APC said this in a statement by the Ekiti APC Publicity Secretary, Taiwo Olatunbosun, while reacting to the governor’s outburst that President Muhammadu Buhari was Nigeria’s problem. The statement said... Read More

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September 21, 2016

Another earth tremor disrupts daily activities in Kaduna community

Another earth tremor on Tuesday took place at Kwoi community in Jaba Local Government Area of Kaduna State. It was gathered that the tremor was accompanied by heavy vibration, forcing many residents to flee the community. It was learnt that the incident which happened around 9am led to the immediate closure of schools. A resident, Ayuba Nok... Read More

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September 21, 2016

WAEC introduces electronic marking, retains teachers

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) on Tuesday said it has introduced electronic marking for scoring its theory questions. This was revealed by the Head of Nigeria National Office of WAEC, Olutise Adenipekun while briefing journalists in Lagos. Adenipekun said the electronic marker will be used to mark the ongoing November/December West African Senior School Certificate Examination.... Read More

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September 21, 2016

We would checkmate cattle rustling, animal theft – IGP Idris

The Inspector-General of Police, Ibrahim Idris on Tuesday said the Police Force would ensure that cattle rustling and animal theft are checkmated. Idris said this at a stakeholders’ meeting on the curtailment of cattle rustling in Nigeria held at the Force headquarters, Abuja. Idris said the stop on illegal movement of animals will lead to drastic... Read More

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September 21, 2016

Violence in Niger Delta sponsored by oil firms – Freedom group

Iduwini Volunteer Force, a freedom fighting group has alleged that the violence in the Niger Delta were being sponsored by major oil firms in the region. The group made the allegations in a statement signed by its coordinator, Johnson Biboye and sent to the Federal Government through the National Security Adviser, Maj-Gen. Babagana Mongunu (retd.). He said... Read More

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September 21, 2016

Female IDPs are engaging in prostitution for survival – CSOs

The Network of Civil Society Organisations in Borno State on Tuesday expressed concern over the increasing rate of prostitution by female Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in the state. The Chairman of the CSOs, Ahmed Shehu spoke at the presentation of the situational assessment of internally displaced persons in the North-East by a non-governmental organisation, NOI Polls, in... Read More

IDPs, Internally Displaced Persons, Network of Civil Society Organisations, prostitution, rape, survival

September 20, 2016

This German goalkeeper was arrested after he conceeded 43 goals in a match

A stopper for German lower division, SV Vonderort, Marco Kwiotek was arrested by the police after conceding 43 goals in a single match. The Sun UK reports that Kwiotek was arrested at the team’s training ground five days after the match. Kwiotek was reportedly accompanied off the pitch by two armed policemen, but the police... Read More

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September 20, 2016

Yaya Toure announces retirement from international football

Ivorian midfielder, Yaya Toure on Tuesday announced that he would be retiring from international football. The four-time African footballer of the year appeared 113 times for his country. He wrote, “Writing this note was probably ‘the most difficult match of my life. “After 14 years at the highest level, I’m sure this is the right... Read More

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September 20, 2016

Senate resumes plenary, reccomends sale of national assets

The Senate on Tuesday asked the Federal Government to sell some of the country’s assets in order to quell some of the effects of the economic recession. Senate President, Bukola Saraki said this in his welcome address to senators at the resumption of plenary. He said, “The Executive must raise capital from asset sales and... Read More

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