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Just In: Appeal court dismisses Faleke’s suit, upholds Bello’s election as Kogi governor
The Court of Appeal in Abuja, on Thursday dismissed the appeal filed by James Faleke, challenging the emergence of Governor Yahaya Bello, as winner of the Kogi Governorship poll. Faleke…
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Insecurity: Soldiers doing the job of the police in 30 states – Report
SBM Intelligence, a strategic intelligence analysis firm on Wednesday released a report stating that military personnel can be found on active deployment in no fewer than 30 states of the…
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Nigerian Civil War: I will tell my story in 2017 – Gowon
Former Nigeria’s Head of State, Yakubu Gowon has said he would publish a book telling his own side of the Nigerian Civil war story in 2017. He said this in…
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Anne Vyalitsyna For Marie Claire Italia August 2016 Issue By Mel Karch
Anne Vyalitsyna graces the August 2016 cover of Marie Claire Italia Photographed by Mel Karch at De Facto Inc. The cove…
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Budget-Padding Tracker: Jibrin is an inconsequential, unintelligent fellow – Deputy Chief of Staff, Speaker
The Deputy Chief of Staff to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. C.I.D Maduabum, has said claims by former Chairman House Committee on Appropriations, Abdulmumin Jibrin that Speaker…
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Boko Haram: Sect is battling for relevance – Military
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Wednesday said terrorist group Boko Haram are trying to seek relevance through the announcement of a new leader. Rabe Abubakar, director of defence information, told…
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Entertainment Roundup: Eminem and Drake set to have a go at each other? | Yemi Alade hits the beach in new video | More Stories
Here are some stories from yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept – and are now buzzing this morning in today’s Entertainment Roundup. Yemi Alade takes it to…
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Lagos Theatre Festival calls for writers in its playwriting competition
Are you interested in writing stories for plays, then this is a golden opportunity for you as the Lagos Theatre festival is calling for writers to partake in its 2017 Playwriting…
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Why The Voice Nigeria was shot in South Africa
The quality displayed by The Voice Nigeria, in all ramifications, has been highly commended by fans and and critics of the show. However, there has been questions directed towards the…
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‘We have to work together’ – Wike tells police
Nyesom Wike, the Rivers state Governor, on Wednesday called on the state police command to remain neutral in the forthcoming legislative rerun election in the state. Wike, who stated this…
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Armed Robbers strike on Lagos-Ibadan expressway, motorists abandon vehicles
Chaos on Wednesday at the Warewa long bridge on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway as motorists reportedly abandoned their vehicles, after armed robbers saw the gridlock as an avenue to attack. According…
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How Nenadi Usman ‘shared Diezani’s N23 billion’ to North-eastern states
Embattled former Minister of Finance and Director of Finance to the Peoples Democratic Party Presidential Campaign, Nenadi Usman, has disclosed to the Economic and Financial Crime Commission how she disbursed…
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Shi’ite Muslims protest in Kaduna, vows to trek to Abuja
Members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria, popularly known as Shi'ites, on Wednesday, protested the continued detention of their leader, Ibrahim El-Zakzaky, and other members by state security agents. According…
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How acting IGP almost caused shootout at CBN headquarters
A shootout between police officers in the convoy of acting Inspector-General of Police, Ibrahim Idris and security guards of the Central Bank of Nigeria almost occurred on Tuesday, SaharaReporters reports.…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five news stories to monitor today 1. Aisha Buhari visits U.S After allegations that she is wanted in the U.S, wife of the President, Aisha Buhari,…
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Boko Haram: Shekau resurfaces with an audio message (LISTEN)
The erstwhile leader of Jama’atu Ahl as-Sunnah li-Da’awati wal-Jihad popularly known as Boko Haram, Abubakar Shekau has released a recorded audio message a few hours after ISIS announced his replacement,…
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We lack adequate facilities to secure seaports – Immigration
The Nigeria Immigration Service has lamented that its officials are inadequately equipped to secure the maritime domain. This was said by the Assistant Comptroller-General Immigration, Border Patrol and Marine Service…
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PDP BoT runs to Jonathan over crisis
Members of the Board of Trustees of the Peoples Democratic Party met with former President Goodluck Jonathan in Abuja on Wednesday night, according to The Punch. This is first time the…
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2 Benue pensioners slump during protest
Two pensioners of the Benue State Civil Service slumped on Wednesday during a protest staged by retirees under the umbrella of Concerned Benue Pensioners in Makurdi, the state capital. The…
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Alleged drug trafficking: Fresh suit filed for Kashamu’s extradition to U.S.
Advocacy for Integrity and Economic Development, a non-governmental organization said it has sued the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency and the Attorney-General of the Federation for their failure to extradite…
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Gunmen go on rampage in Ogun state, kill 4 persons
The Ogijo area of Ogun state was thrown into disarray on Tuesday and Wednesday as some gunmen shot sporadically killing no fewer than four residents. According to Punch Metro one of those…
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Aisha Buhari arrives Washington D. C.
Nigeria's first lady Aisha Buhari on Wednesday evening arrived in Washington DC, United States of America on a weeklong visit, according to Sahara Reporters. According to sources at the Nigerian Embassy…
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Suspected Fulani herdsmen raze 2 villages in Kaduna, kill 11
The Kaduna State Police Command have confirmed that suspected Fulani herdsmen have razed two villages in the state. The attack which reportedly happened between Monday and Tuesday was on villages…
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EFCC arrests FAAN worker over alleged stealing of N70m
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested an officer of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, Christy Olabode over alleged diversion and stealing of N70m belonging to the…
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Arepo aerial bombardment: Air Force assures general public of safety
Following its ongoing aerial attacks on Arepo creeks, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) on Wednesday said there was no need for panic by members of the public living around the…
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I never planned to rule Nigeria – Gowon
Nigeria’s former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon has said he never planned to rule the country, stating that his ascension 50 years ago was by accident. Gowon said this…
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I pay regular visits to Buhari at night – Jonathan
Former president Goodluck Jonathan has said that he pays regular visits to the presidential villa, mostly at night. On Wednesday, Jonathan had a closed-door meeting with President Buhari at the…
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Lucid Lemons presents ‘The Lemon Curd’
Lucid Lemons is an online platform for like minded young adults to come together and talk about issues that are important to the younger and future generations ahead. To let…
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President Buhari congratulates RED co-founder, Adebola Williams on Mandela Washington Fellowship
Following the selection of co-founder, RED Media Africa, Adebola Williams for the 2016 Mandela Washington Fellowship, President Muhammadu Buhari has reached out with a congratulatory message. In a statement released by Shehu…
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NSCDC arrests 5 IDPs over alleged vandalism of camp structures
The Nigeria Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Borno on Wednesday said it has arrested five Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) for allegedly vandalising and stealing camp structures. NSCDC Commandant in Borno,…
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The September Standard
- Unlock a Healthier You: Essential Resources for Holistic Well-being
- How Your Diet Could Be Making Your Snoring Worse
- Celebrating Nigerian Trailblazers: Inspiring Women in Fashion
- Silk: Unraveling Threads of Elegance and Innovation
- Grammy Awards 2024 Red Carpet Fashion: Hits and Misses that Stole the Spotlight
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