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November 15, 2017

Buhari orders reinstatement of Obiano’s security aides

President Muhammadu Buhari has ordered the reinstatement of Anambra State governor, Willie Obiano‘s security aides. Femi Adesina, special adviser to the president on media and publicity, made this known in a statement on Wednesday. What happened: Obiano had raised alarm that the Inspector-General of Police, Ibrahim Idris withdrew his security details days to the governorship... Read More
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November 15, 2017

The Thread: “Stay out of Zimbabwe’s politics, Zuma” | Africans say no to Jacob Zuma’s interference

Today, Zimbabwe’s military has had the country under lockdown- including its President Robert Mugabe, who has ruled for 37 years. South African neighbour President Zuma thought he could do the heroic thing by sending an envoy to meet with Mugabe and the Military so he could obtain ” a more clear picture of what is... Read More
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November 15, 2017

I wish Buhari congratulated me on my birthday – Fayose

Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose has said one of his 57th birthday wishes was to receive a congratulatory message from President Muhammadu Buhari. Fayose spoke to journalists at the Government’s House in Ado-Ekiti. What he said: He said the President as the father of the nation should have called him as a governor and leading opposition... Read More
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November 15, 2017

FG to pay economic consultant N458m to conduct research

The Federal Government is making plans to hire a consultant to conduct a study that will aid the implementation of the present administration’s Economic Recovery and Growth Plan. The Federal Executive Council (FEC) approved the plan. Minister of Budget and National Planning, Udo Udoma, disclosed this to State House correspondents at the end of a... Read More
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November 15, 2017

We are ready to be probed over statues’ construction – Imo govt

The Imo State Government has said it is ready to be probed over the erection of the statues of Presidents Jacob Zuma and Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf of South Africa and Liberia respectively. Background: The Socio Economic Rights and Accountability Project had called for a probe of Rochas Okorocha over the statue it estimated at N1bn. What the government... Read More
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November 15, 2017

The Thread: “If it looks like a coup, walks like a coup and quacks like a coup, then it’s a coup” | Twitter reacts to Zimbabwe’s military takeover

Following news reports showing military tanks rolling into Harare, Zimbabwe’s capital, home to Robert Mugabe, the 93 year old President, they’ve been conflicting stories as to whether a coup has taken place or not. WATCH: BREAKING: Military tanks seen heading towards Zimbabwe’s capital Hararehttps://t.co/7LlPnjoJZS pic.twitter.com/eZUSOBFatm — BizAfricaDaily (@BizAfricaDaily) November 14, 2017 #Zimbabwe , #gracemugabe ,... Read More
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November 15, 2017

Court dismisses Dasuki’s application against illegal arms trial

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday dismissed a motion by former National Security Adviser, Col. Sambo Dasuki, seeking to suspend his trial on charges of illegal possession of firearms. Ahmed Raji, Dasuki’s counsel had asked the judge to adjourn the matter indefinitely at the last sitting. Raji argued that his client’s appeal, filed by... Read More
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November 15, 2017

Every effort must be made to resolve all issues | Buhari calls for calm in Zimbabwe

President Muhammadu Buhari has called for calm and peace, as the army takes over power in Zimbabwe. Background: It was reported that President Robert Mugabe and his wife, have been detained – where the president was replaced with Comrade E Mnagngawa. What Buhari  said: According to a statement by the Presidency on Twitter, Buhari urged... Read More
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November 15, 2017

“Thank God that I have a very good team” | President Buhari explains how he came about his appointments

President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday night, in Abakaliki, highlighted that many appointments in his administration were based on merit and proven track records. Speaking at a State dinner organised in his honour, President Buhari said that he always considered what was best for the country in taking such decisions. ‘‘Some of the people holding high... Read More
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November 15, 2017

Pepsodent promotes oral hygiene at Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria’s 90th annual conference

The Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria, with support from Pepsodent, held its 90th annual conference in Umuahia, Abia State, from the 6th to 10th of November 2017, as speakers at the event emphasized the importance of excellent oral hygiene, and focusing on the importance of brushing twice daily. Themed Medicines Availability and National Security, the conference featured discussions... Read More
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November 15, 2017

Flytime Promotions returns to Light Up Lagos with this year’s editon of the Pepsi Rhythm Unplugged Concert

Media and Entertainment mogul and the reserved principal behind Flytime Promotions, Cecil Hammond, has done it again. According to industry insiders and concert-goers alike, Flytime Promotions is one of the foremost names in live entertainment and music promotion in Nigeria. It is therefore, no surprise that he and his team will be behind the star-studded... Read More
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November 15, 2017

The Thread: Are female soldiers an impediment on the battlefield?

Before this disclaimer was issued by the Ministry of Defence, some news media reported that the Military was going to end admission of female cadets into the combat course of the Defence Academy. Re: #Military Stops Admission of Female Cadets @CDS_Nig @JohnEnencheDDI @Afrs1077Fm pic.twitter.com/CuHmRoQLEA — DEFENCE HQ NIGERIA (@DHQNigeria) November 14, 2017 This had foremost... Read More
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November 15, 2017

The Big 5: PDP’s warning to chairmanship candidates, Defence Headquarters’ new exercise and, other top stories

These are the top five stories you should be monitoring today. The Court, upon the application of the EFCC, ordered that one N350 million linked to Patience Jonathan be freezed. The chairmanship aspirants of the PDP have been asked not to try to induce delegates or they would be disqualified from the race. They signed... Read More
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November 15, 2017

“There was no coup, only a bloodless transition” | Zimbabwe’s ZANU-PF speaks on Mugabe’s arrest

The Zimbabwe African National Union – Patriotic Front (ZANU -PF) have announced that there was no coup in the country, only that President Robert Mugabe and his wife, have been detained – where the president was replaced with Comrade E Mnagngawa. They wrote on Twitter, “Zimbabwe has not had a coup. There has been a... Read More
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November 15, 2017

Entertainment Roundup: Nicki Minaj ‘breaks the internet’ in NSFW shoot for Paper Magazine; Efe releases new single | More stories

Missed out on all the entertainment gist from yesterday? Here are the biggest ones and others that unraveled while you slept and are still buzzing this Wednesday morning. Efe releases new single, I Love You And immediately follows up with visuals… Big Brother Naija winner, Efe is out with his third single since he landed... Read More
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November 15, 2017

PROFILE: Even the f-word is not enough to describe the cultural force of Lola Shoneyin’s #AkeFestival

by Wilfred Okiche   Every November, for the last five years, the literary community- an interesting mix of writers, critics, editors, publishers, artists, students, musicians and even politicians – makes the annual pilgrimage to Ake, a quiet, sleepy town in rocky Abeokuta, capital of Ogun state for the Ake Arts and Book Festival. Before 2013... Read More
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November 15, 2017

Reps probe multi-million Naira ‘shady contract’ at Defence Ministry

The House of Representatives has mandated its Committees on Defence, Army and Public Procurement to probe an alleged contract scam running into millions of Naira in the Federal Ministry of Defence. The resolution was sequel to a motion moved under matters of urgent public importance by Tajudeen Yusuf (Kogi State, PDP) at yesterday’s plenary. Yusuf,... Read More
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November 15, 2017

Nigerian military set to hold the second phase of “route march exercise” with sister security agencies

The Nigerian Defence authorities have announced the second phase of its quarterly ‘route march exercise’ involving the military and other security agencies. The Director Defence Information, Major General John Enenche said the march will hold on Saturday, in Abuja on Tuesday. Why it matters: The scheduled route march which is tagged “Together We Are” comprises... Read More
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November 15, 2017

Court freezes N350m linked to Patience Jonathan

The Federal High Court, Lagos on Tuesday, ordered that N350 million belonging to AM-PM Global Network Ltd, in a commercial bank, be placed on temporary attachment, pending an ongoing investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Highlights: Justice Hadiza Rabiu-Shagari, made the order following an ex-parte application filed by the anti-graft agency. The... Read More
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November 15, 2017

Bribe delegates and be disqualified | PDP warns chairmanship aspirants

The National chairmanship aspirants of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have been warned against trying to ‘buy’ delegates to the party’s national convention. The convention holds in Abuja on December 9. Highlights: The party warned that any of the aspirants that bribed or induced delegates would be disqualified from contesting at the convention. It added... Read More
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November 14, 2017

We will return your security details after the election | IGP tells Obiano

The Inspector-General of Police, Ibrahim Idris has said the security details of the governor of Anambra State, Willie Obiano will be restored after the governorship election in the state. Background: Obiano had lamented that his security aides were withdrawn days to the election. He had described the action as unfair, stating that he is still... Read More
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