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October 12, 2018

Entertainment Roundup: Disney releases magical teaser to live-action Aladdin; Davido reacts to reports of break-up with Chioma | More stories

Here’s everything you missed in entertainment yesterday and others that unravelled while you slept – and are still buzzing today. Harvey Weinstein scores one victory as judge dismisses sexual assault count A judge dismissed one of six criminal charges against the disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein Thursday after prosecutors acknowledged that the lead detective in the... Read More
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October 12, 2018

The Big 5: Presidency, Buhari Campaign Organisation, APC reacts to Atiku’s endorsement; Dankwambo joins race for Senate | More stories

These are the stories you should be monitoring today: The Presidency late Thursday reacted to former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s endorsement of his former deputy, Atiku Abubakar, as the candidate to beat in the 2019 presidential election, saying the Presidency was least surprised by the development which it called a predictable U-turn and somersault that showed the... Read More
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October 11, 2018

The Late 5: Battle intensifies as Obasanjo publicly forgives Atiku; endorses him as President-to-be; The harder they come, the harder they fall – Adesina | More stories

These are the stories that drove the conversation today: Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo on Thursday said he has reversed his disposition towards People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, as he endorsed the former Vice President to clinch the top political office; addressing him as President-to-be. Atiku visited Obasanjo visited him at his Abeokuta home, alongside some men of... Read More
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October 11, 2018

2Baba, Falz, Timi Dakolo, Kenny Blaq, Annie Idibia, others gather for Buckwyld ‘n’ Breathless #Powerof1 Press Conference

Legendary music icon 2Baba, alongside popular rapper/actor Falz, Nollywood star Annie Idibia, comedian Kenny Blaq, singer Timi Dakolo and other industry hot shots were gathered for a press conference; put together by Buckwyld Media Network. The conference was held to provide valuable insight into the much-talked-about upcoming movie ‘Power of 1’ and the seventh edition... Read More
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October 11, 2018

5 Things we learnt from Atiku’s visit to former boss, Olusegun Obasanjo

Obasanjo is highly confident that Atiku will win the 2019 Presidential elections “Let me start by congratulating President-to-be, Atiku Abubakar, for his success at the recent PDP Primary and I took note of his gracious remarks in his acceptance speech that it all started here. 2. Atiku has shown remorse and rediscovered himself, at least... Read More
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October 11, 2018

BREAKING: Obasanjo meets Atiku, endorses him for 2019

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo Thursday said he has reversed his disposition towards People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar. Atiku visited Obasanjo visited him at his Abeokuta home, alongside some men of God like Bishop David Oyedepo and Bishop Mathew Kukah. Obasanjo said, “Let me start by congratulating President-to-be, Atiku Abubakar, for his success at... Read More
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October 11, 2018

Ekiti Assembly impeach Speaker, Deputy

The speaker of the Ekiti House of Assembly, Hon. Kola Oluwawole and his deputy, Sina Animasun have been impeached. The lawmakers were impeached on October 11 by 14 members of the house. Afterwards, Adeniran Alagbada representing Ise constituency replaced the speaker and Segundo Adewunmi became the deputy speaker. The 14 lawmakers cited abuse of office... Read More
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October 11, 2018

‘This is a complete failure of President Buhari’s leadership’ || Oby Ezekwesili reacts to Nigeria’s 152nd ranking on World Bank Human Capital Development report

Presidential candidate of the Allied Congress Party of Nigeria (ACPN), Obiageli ‘Oby’ Ezekwesili has reacted to the World Bank report which ranked Nigeria 152nd out 157 countries captured in its maiden Human Development Index (HDI). According to media reports, the President of the global organization, Dr. Jim Yong Kim urged Nigeria and other African countries... Read More
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October 11, 2018

Mercy Johnson Okojie, Uche Pedro, Yinka Davies, others inspire schoolgirls on International #DayoftheGirl (PHOTOS)

On the event of the International Day of the Girl, it is high time we looked at sustainable solutions so girls do not have to continue to struggle through gender inequality in a predominantly masculine world. This means equal pay for equal work, a balanced gender ratio in leadership positions and the accurate portrayal and/or representation of women and girls anywhere. The 1.1 billion... Read More
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October 11, 2018

In typical ‘Naija style’, President Putin pleads with Khabib’s dad not to punish him

It seems that the puff of the biggest fight of the year has gotten the attention of the Russian president. Arguably the single biggest event in sports this year, (getting more attention than Tiger Woods comeback or Serena William‘s US Open, break down,) the Conor Mcgregor vs Khabib Nurmagomedov fight has been everything and more.... Read More
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October 11, 2018

Pastor Siju Iluyomade leads ‘Arise Walk for Life;’ Kate Henshaw, DJ Jimmy Jatt, DJ Xclusive, others to join charity walk

Pastor Siju Iluyomade will lead the second edition of the ‘Arise Walk for Life’ – a charity walk leading to the 10th edition of the Arise Women Conference – which is aimed at promoting healthy living and taking preventive measures. He will be joined by influential celebrities including Desmond Elliot, Kate Henshaw, Waje, DJ Cuppy... Read More
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October 11, 2018

The MultiChoice Talent Factory has officially kicked off with 20 trainees from Nigeria and Ghana

Back in June, Africa’s leading video entertainment company MultiChoice called on aspiring young film and television creative minds and aspiring filmmakers in Africa to apply for the MultiChoice Talent Factory Academy programme. Aimed to ignite Africa’s creative industries by giving a 12-month educational training, the prospective students will be provided with skill sets to develop... Read More
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October 11, 2018

Just In: Abdullahi Ganduje accused of receiving $5 million bribe, under investigation

Kano Governor, Abdullahi Ganduje, is alleged to have received a total of $5 million bribe from multiple contractors in the state as kickbacks in hard currency for various projects executed by his administration in the state. According to a report by a news medium DAILY NIGERIAN, security agencies are currently analysing a number of video clips recorded on... Read More
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October 11, 2018

Entertainment Roundup: Mr Eazi releases tracklist for upcoming album | More stories

Here’s everything you missed in entertainment yesterday and others that unravelled while you slept – and are still buzzing today. Mr Eazi releases tracklist for upcoming album It’s Mr Eazi‘s sophomore album, ”Life is Eazi Vol 2: Lagos to London” but may not have a release date yet. 13 songs with one skit. See below: https://www.instagram.com/p/BouVrXiH-hP/?utm_source=ig_embed... Read More
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October 11, 2018

The Big 5: Jerry Gana rejects Donald Duke’s emergence as SDP flag bearer; Fayemi should help me pay Ekiti workers their outstanding salaries – Fayose | More stories

These are the stories you should be monitoring today: The Federal Government says it is yet to reach an agreement with the leaders of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) on the new minimum wage, explaining that negotiations are still ongoing as the different groups involved have agreed on different figures as minimum wage. Minister of... Read More
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October 10, 2018

The Late 5: Oshiomhole replies INEC on decision barring APC from contesting general elections; Buhari meets APC governors behind closed doors | More stories

These are the stories that drove the conversation today: President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday, met with governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the Presidential Villa, Abuja over crises trailing the just-concluded primaries of the party. The governors led by the chairman of the Progressive Governors Forum, Rochas Okorocha arrived the villa around 4.p.m.... Read More
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October 10, 2018

Today’s Noisemakers: Bhadmus Hakeem, Maurice Sam, Mr Eazi and Tobi Bakre’s comment as we celebrate #WorldMentalHealthDay

Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. We make it our job to take down the names of these noisemakers. Here’s our list from today:... Read More
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October 10, 2018

Lipton collaborates with African Artists’ Foundation to celebrate Nigeria’s bold creative voices

Lipton yellow label tea in partnership with African Artist’s Foundation (AAF) celebrated leading creative voices at the Lipton and Literature tea party (L&L) which held in Victoria Island, Lagos on 7 October, 2018. The event featured works of artists like Oyinkan Braithwaite, Ifeoluwa Nihinlola, Isaac Akah, Seun Odukoya, REZthapoet, Pelumi Kolade and Dami Ajayi. There were poetry... Read More
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October 10, 2018

In new book, Ola Orekunrin advocates for restructuring of Nigeria’s Healthcare system

Founder of West Africa’s first Air Ambulance services The Flying Doctors and social commentator, Ola Orekunrin Brown has joined the growing lists of individuals calling the government’s attention to the rot in Nigeria’s healthcare sector which has been left unattended to by successive governments and the current administration.  President Buhari and this present administration has... Read More
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October 10, 2018

Young fashion designer beats 1000 others to win GTBank Sketch-to-fame competition

Charles Egbejule, a young fashion designer with a passion for illustration, has emerged the winner of the GTBank Sketch-to-fame competition, beating over one thousand designers from across Africa. Two other budding designers, Ifeade Adedokun and Ghian Olie, emerged 1st and 2nd runner-up, respectively. The GTBank Sketch-to-fame Competition, which began on October 12, 2018, was created... Read More
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