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Magic in Milan: Relive the UEFA Champions League final through these 25 pictures

On Saturday night, Real Madrid secured their 11th UEFA Champions league title after beating city rivals, Atletico Madrid in an epic final played at the San Siro stadium, Milan. Cristiano…

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Full text of President Buhari’s Democracy Day speech (READ)

President Muhammadu Buhari has delivered his Democracy Day address to Nigerians today in commemoration of his first year in office. He was sworn in May 29, 2015 after winning the…

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Democracy Day Special (Live Blog)

Nigeria celebrates Democracy Day today Sunday, May 29th. President Muhammadu Buhari is curretnly giving the State of the Nation address on NTA. Watch below.

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VP Yemi Osinbajo to represent Buhari at…

The Office of the Vice President, on Saturday, announced that Vice President Yemi Osinbajo will be representing President Muhammadu Buhari at the 8th Summit of Head of states of African,…

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Ondo state APC chairman, Minister, fight dirty in public

The Minister of State for Niger Delta Affairs, Professor Cladius Daramola and the Ondo State All Progressives Congress (APC) chairman, Isaac Kekemeke, over the weekend, had a physical faceoff, The…

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PDP Governors back Makarfi

Following the crisis generated by the removal of Ali Modu-Sheriff as the chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Governors of the party, on Saturday, disclosed their support for the…

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‘Sheriff is our friend, but he’s on his own’ – PDP Chieftains

Nine members of the recently sacked National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have distanced themselves from the law suit instituted by the former National Chairman of the…

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Fidelity Bank MD released from EFCC custody

Embattled Managing Director of Fidelity Bank, Nnamdi Okonkwo, has been released from the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). It would be recalled that Okonkwo was arrested…

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Zidane, Ronaldo and Sergio Ramos make history as Real Madrid clinch 11th UEFA Champions league trophy

Zinedine Zidane, Cristiano Ronaldo and Sergio Ramos have made history after Real Madrid claimed its 11th UEFA Champions league trophy also known as Un Decima on Saturday night. Zidane etched his…

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We remember Chude Jideonwo’s viral piece at Buhari’s inauguration in 20 quotes

On May 29, 2015, Chude Jideonwo - the managing partner of Red Media Africa - whose company, StateCraft Inc was the official communication agency to the Buhari Presidential Campaign wrote a gripping, emotional…

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Niger Delta militancy: Nigerian military arrests 7

The Nigerian Military, on Saturday, disclosed that it has arrested seven suspects during an operation to clamp down on militants in the Niger Delta militants. According to The Nation, the…

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Herdsman reveals how Enugu community was attacked (READ)

Mohammadu Zurai, a suspect in the April 25 attack on Nimbo community in Enugu state, has given details on how the violent attack was carried. According to the Punch, Zurai,…

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Russia set to establish nuclear centre in Nigeria

The Russian government, on Saturday, announced its plan to establish a multi-functional scientific research nuclear centre in Nigeria. This was made known by the Ambassador to Nigeria, Nikolay Udovichenko, while…

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Opinion: State governors and the truncation of governance at the local government level

By Ayodele lawal Adio In a landmark judgement by Justice Abdulfatai of the Lagos state high court, the erudite judged unequivocally declared that no governor was empowered by the constitution…

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So I met with Vice President Yemi Osinbajo at the #MediaForum yesterday…

by Isime Esene Meeting with political office holders always present opportunities to relate at close quarters and get a feel of the policy direction of any government. I've been lucky…

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The late 5: These are the stories that drove the conversation today

Here are the stories that shaped conversation today. 1) Amnesty boss relocates to the Niger Delta Creek In a bid to address the violent activities of Niger Delta Avengers, the special adviser…

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Niger Delta Avengers: Amnesty boss ‘relocates’ to the creeks

Brigadier General P.T. Boroh (Rtd), the special adviser to the President on Niger Delta and Coordinator of the Niger Delta Presidential Amnesty Programme, has reportedly relocated to the creeks of Niger…

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Opinion: Who is afraid of Fani-Kayode?

By Jude Ndukwe The current travails of Femi Fani-Kayode in the hands of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, had long been expected. In fact, with developments leading to…

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Governor Ambode with Wole Soyinka and planners of Lagos at 50

Keeping an eye on Governor Ambode (PHOTOS)

Governor Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos state has in recent times become more busy owing to the magnitude of work and development constantly going on in the state. On Monday, he…

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Opinion: Governor Tambuwal setting revolutionary strides in Sokoto

By Imam Imam The present democratic experiment clocks one year on May 29, 2016 and all over the country, governments will roll out the drums to celebrate their achievements and…

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The Explainer: Why Fayose’s war on ‘Fulani herdsmen’ is misguided

Ayodele Fayose is a man you can always trust to speak his mind. He has been one of the most vocal governors around, especially in his criticism of the Muhammadu…

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According to the Presidency, these are Buhari’s accomplishments

In marking its one year in office, the Presidency has released a list of major achievements of the Muhammadu Buhari administration since it came into power on May 29, 2015.…

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#Tsquared2016: Celebrity guests spotted at Toolz and Tunde Demuren’s wedding (PHOTOS)

While the ceremony is underway in Dubai, let's take a moment to show you the line-up of celebrities and well known figures from the entertainment industry to the corporate world…

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Wike, Okocha, Kanu, others turn up for Yobo’s testimonial (PHOTOS)

Former Super Eagles captain, Joseph Yobo, on Friday, held his testimonial football match at Adokiye Amiesiamakap stadium in Port Harcourt, the Rivers state capital. The testimonial match was attend by…

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Soldiers invade Tompolo’s town in search of Avengers, beat up villagers

The Nigerian Army has reportedly attacked Oporoza, the traditional headquarters of Gbaramatu kingdom where Government Ekpemupolo also known as Tompolo hails from. According to Vanguard newspaper, the soldiers arrived the…

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#Tsquared2016: Priceless moments from the wedding (WATCH)

Aww.... The Bride and Groom read their vows.. The moment they kissed.. The stunning bride Toolz being walked down the aisle by her father   The…

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IG says only 3, not 500 people were killed by herdsmen in Agatu

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Solomon Arase, has described reports that over 500 people were killed in Agatu community of Benue state by Fulani herdsmen. The IGP, at the…

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#Tsquared2016: Toolz and Tunde Demuren are looking amazing to go (PHOTOS)

As the time to ceremony is counting down, the bride looks ready to go. Toolz is looking beautiful in her gown while the groom is looking dapper and polished. Here…

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Opinion: President Buhari, great expectations but disappointing results

By Frank Ijege Since the return to democracy in 1999, no election of has been celebrated like the one that brought General Muhammadu Buhari to power in 2015. His victory saw…

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#CocoandCaleb2016: Davido’s sister is also getting married today in Dubai (PHOTOS)

Today is indeed a big day. There is another big wedding going on in Dubai that is not Toolz's. It is the marriage ceremony of Davido‘s elder sister, Ashley Coco Adeleke and her fiance, Caleb.…

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