November 4, 2017

Visa debuts Restaurant Week Lagos 2017

In collaboration with Lost in Lagos, Visa West Africa kicks off Visa Restaurant Week, which will be happening in the beautiful cosmopolitan city from the 1st – 21st November 2017. Visa Restaurant Week is about getting access to the largest selection of unforgettable dining experiences that Lagos has to offer at unbelievable prices, a complete... Read More

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November 4, 2017

Lagos govt orders LCC to halt proposed toll gate tariff hike

The Lagos State Government has directed Lekki Concession Company (LCC) to halt the proposed tariff hike on Lekki-Epe Expressway and Lekki-Ikoyi link bridge. The Lagos Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Steve Ayorinde, disclosed this in a Facebook statement posted late Friday. LCC had announced an increase in the toll tariff which it said would take effect from Wednesday, November... Read More

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November 4, 2017

House of Tara to host national beauty entrepreneur summit ‘’1000 Voices’’

Leading cosmetics brand, House of Tara International is set to host ‘1000 Voices’, a national beauty entrepr…

The September Standard

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November 4, 2017

Beyoncé pays Halloween homage to Lil’ Kim with 5 inspired looks

From the stable of the Queen of Surprises comes not one or two, but five gripping fashion moments. We all thought we had seen the best…

The September Standard

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Female Genital mutilation

November 4, 2017

[The Sexuality Blog] Despite a ban, Ekiti, Osun still remain hot beds for Female Genital Mutilation

One of the last bills former president Goodluck Jonathan passed into law, was a bill abolishing female genital mutilation and imposing heavy criminal and financial sanctions on persons who still engage in the archaic practice. It was a victory for many human rights and women’s rights groups in particular who had seen first hand experience... Read More

Counter Culture Blog

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November 4, 2017

The YNaija Cover this morning – the 4th of November

Follow the links to read the stories and analyses on YNaija: I have not declared interest to run for President – Atiku http://lifestyle.ynaija.com/ready-toke-makinwas-luxury-bag-line/ Police to deploy 21,000 officers, helicopters for Anambra election

Story of the day

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November 4, 2017

How Evans forced my brother to pay N100m ransom – Witness

A witness on Friday told an Ikeja High Court that suspected kidnap Kingpin, Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, known as Evans, was paid 223,000 Euros to secure the release of his victim, Donatus Duru. Anselem Duru, elder brother of Donatus Duru said his brother spent 4 months in Evans’ custody when he was kidnapped in February this year. He... Read More

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November 4, 2017

Netflix fires Kevin Spacey from House of Cards after sexual assault allegations

Following rape allegations against him, Netflix has fired Kevin Spacey, who is the star and executive producer of series, “House of Cards.” Netflix also said it will not move forward with the release of the film “Gore” which has already been shot, featured and produced by Spacey. “Netflix will not be involved with any further production... Read More

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November 4, 2017

FIFA approves Nigeria, Argentina clash in Russia

World football governing body, FIFA, has approved the friendly match between Nigeria and Argentina on November 14 in Krasnodar, Russia. The approval was in a letter forwarded to the Football Union of Russia, addressed to the General Secretary, Aleksandr Alaev, and signed by FIFA’s Director of Competitions, Christian Unger. The letter, dated October 31, read, “FIFA... Read More

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November 4, 2017

EFCC invites ex-Kogi governor Wada over Diezani’s N23bn bribe

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has invited former governor of Kogi State, Idris Wada, for his alleged role in the disbursement of N23bn from a former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke. According to Punch, an EFCC operative said Wada was invited to explain how he spent the funds. He said, “We have... Read More

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November 4, 2017

UN meeting with Ohanaeze aimed at deceiving Igbos – IPOB

The Indigenous People Of Biafra (IPOB) has described the meeting between a United Nations delegation and the Ohanaeze Ndigbo as a “lie”. A UN team led by Mohamed Ibn Chambas, a special representative of Secretary General of UN, Antonio Guterres, on Thursday in Enugu met with the leadership of Ohanaeze Ndigbo led by its President-General, John Nwodo. But... Read More

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Maina

November 4, 2017

How I recovered N1.6trn from pension thieves – Maina

Wanted former chairman of the Presidential Task Force on Pension Reforms, Abdulrasheed Maina has accused the 7th senate of aiding pension thieves. The 7th senate was led by senator from Benue state, David Mark. Background: Maina was said to have committed N2bn fraud in 2011 before fleeing the country. He was later discovered to be... Read More

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November 4, 2017

There will soon be movies about how Jonathan’s government failed – Garba Shehu

The Presidency has said the President Muhammadu Buhari-led administration will continue to blame the 16-year rule of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for Nigeria’s challenges. Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu said this in a recent interview with Punch. Shehu said it was important to talk about the mistakes... Read More

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November 3, 2017

BDSpark empowers you with computer coding scholarship courtesy Univelcity

Univelcity – a training institute set up to help young Africans accelerate their careers in technology through well-developed industry ready curriculum and well-experienced faculties. – in partnership with BDSpark is offering Computer Coding scholarship to two graduates interested in learning programming. In an interview with BDSpark (the youth empowerment arm of BusinessDay), the chancellor of... Read More

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November 3, 2017

Budget 2018? What did we learn from budget 2017?

by Alexander O. Onukwue After delays due to disagreements between the Executive and the National Assembly, the 2017 budget was passed and signed into law in June. Barely six months later, the 2018 budget will be presented and all attention will shift to it. It is inevitable that the budget which President Buhari will be... Read More

Story of the day

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November 3, 2017

Budget 2018: Four items Nigerians will be looking out for

by Alexander O. Onukwue What will be the major talking points in President Buhari’s 2018 budget which he would present to the National Assembly next Tuesday? As with the past two budgets, we can expect the public scrutiny to be intense and if it goes according to previous patterns, the public will also have much... Read More

Story of the day

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November 3, 2017

Budget 2018: What should we expect?

by Alexander O. Onukwue The Presidency, on Thursday, announced that President Muhammadu Buhari will present the first draft of the 2018 Appropriation Bill to the National Assembly on Tuesday, 7th November, 2018. This comes after a couple of meetings between the President and the leadership of the National Assembly last week at the presidential villa.... Read More

Story of the day

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November 3, 2017

Are you ready for Toke Makinwa’s luxury bag line?

We once told you on The September Standard that media personality, Toke Makinwa is slowly working her way to becoming a …

The September Standard

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November 3, 2017

Four kidnap suspects escape from custody in Ebonyi

Four kidnap suspects have escaped from the custody of the Ebonyi state police command. Titus Lamorde, the state commissioner of police, who confirmed this said the suspects fled on the night of October 22. Lamorde identified them as: Ogonna Alioke, Friday Nwangbo, Emeka Nwangbo and Ekene Omenyi. He said the suspects had kidnapped one Catherine... Read More

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November 3, 2017

I have not declared interest to run for President – Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has described as laughable reports that he has formally declared his intention to run for president in 2019. Atiku said this in a statement by his media office on Friday. Atiku said the video circulating on social media in which he was purported to have said he would be contesting did... Read More

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November 3, 2017

How Naij partnered with Facebook Audience Network to grow its platform

Facebook recently created a case study of leading Nigerian website: Naij.com about how it leveraged on Facebook Audience Network to improve its website visits, boost engagement and increase revenue. The development of the news and media industry in Africa is often directly connected with economic growth and internet penetration. But rebuilding infrastructure to facilitate better internet connectivity... Read More

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November 3, 2017

The YNaija Cover this evening – the 3rd of November

Follow the links to read the stories and analyses on YNaija: Just In: Avengers return, vow to resume “bloody” attacks Suspected billionaire kidnapper, Evans asks court to grant him bail [The Activism Blog] The CJN’s corruption and financial crime committee seems to be dead on arrival

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November 3, 2017

Buhari orders overseas treatment for ailing ex-VP Ekwueme

President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday ordered that former Vice President Alex Ekwueme who has been diagnosed of a chest infection be flown abroad for medical treatment. Ekwueme is currently being treated in a hospital in Enugu state. According to a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, the President gave the order after... Read More

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November 3, 2017

I wish I could bring back my son – Tinubu

National leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said he wished he could bring back his deceased son, Jide Tinubu. According to TheCable, Tinubu said this in a statement issued on his behalf by Tunde Rahman, his media aide. Tinubu said, “I wish I could bring back my son but... Read More

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November 3, 2017

Nine escape death as multiple accidents occur in Lagos

Nine persons have been rescued after multiple accidents occurred on Friday at Palm Grove Bus Stop along Ikorodu road. According to the General Manager LASEMA Mr Adesina Tiamiyu, a Nissan Xterra with registration number XKY 453 EX (Lagos), a Honda CRV with registration number LSR. 748 DG (Lagos) and a Honda City car with registration... Read More

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November 3, 2017

Igbos will vote for Buhari in 2019, if… – Orji Kalu

Former governor of Abia State, Orji Uzor Kalu has said Igbos will vote for President Muhammadu Buhari in 2019 if he gives the south-east special consideration. In an interview on Arise TV, Kalu said the region is asking the president for the provision of power and roads. “If the president is going to run again, we will... Read More

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November 3, 2017

Police to deploy 21,000 officers, helicopters for Anambra election

The Inspector-General of Police, Ibrahim Idris has said about 21,000 policemen would be deployed for the Anambra State governorship election on November 18. The Police boss disclosed this to State House correspondents at the Presidential Villa, Abuja on Friday. Idris said, “We are deploring a lot of police officers, almost about 21,000 police officers to be... Read More

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November 3, 2017

There was no feud or clash between Kyari and Oyo-Ita – Presidency

Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu has said reports of an altercation between the the Chief of Staff to the President, Abba Kyari, and the Head of Service of the Federation, Mr. Winifred Oyo-Ita were inaccurate. While speaking at a meeting with State House reporters on Friday, Shehu said no... Read More

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Potato Potahto

November 3, 2017

Girl power, funding opportunities and a screening of Potato Potahto

At the women and entrepreneurship panel which took place at Terra Kulture, Victoria Island, Lagos, Thursday morning, at the ongoing Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF), it was sisters doing it all for themselves. The event commenced with the screening of ‘She Started It’, a rousing feature length documentary film, exploring the cultural roots of female under-representation in... Read More

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November 3, 2017

Army organises football competition for Borno youth in Sambisa

The Nigerian Army has organised a 16-team football competition in Sambisa Forest for youth of Gubio Local Government Area of Borno State. Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, Colonel Timothy Antigha, confirmed the football competition. He said the youth “would be unavailable for the use of Boko Haram insurgents.” He said, “It is part of our operations to... Read More

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