Just In: Buhari, Akpabio in closed door meeting at Aso Villa

President Muhammadu Buhari is currently meeting with Senate Minority Leader Godswill Akpabio at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa in Abuja. Akpabio, a senator elected on the platform of the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP), arrived the president’s office at 5:00pm. Details later…

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November 1, 2017

Court rejects Jonathan’s application against subpoena in Metuh’s trial

The Federal High Court in Abuja has rejected an application by former National Security Adviser, Sambo Dasuki filed against a subpoena ordering him to appear as a witness defence in the trial of former PDP National Publicity Secretary, Olisa Metuh. Justice Okon Abang also struck out former President Goodluck Jonathan’s application against the subpoena. Jonathan had... Read More

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November 1, 2017

3 explanations for Buhari’s proposed cabinet expansion

by Alexander O. Onukwue At the APC’s meeting on Monday, 30th October, President Muhammadu Buhari intimated that he plans to expand the Federal Executive Council. No specifics were provided from the statements by the President expressed to the National Executive Committee of the APC, only that “the compressed FEC will be expanded to bring... Read More

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November 1, 2017

Fayose is the leader Nigeria really needs – CAN

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has hailed Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose for officially declaring his presidential ambition. It said this in a letter sent to the governor and signed by the National General Secretary, Rev. Dr. Musa Asake. CAN advised the governor not to be distracted by people who have nothing good to... Read More

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November 1, 2017

Moses, Troost-Ekong nominated for CAF player of the year

Super Eagles’ Victor Moses and William Troost-Ekong have been nominated for the Confederation of African Football (CAF) player of the year award. They are among 30 players nominated for the award. CAF announced the nominees in a statement released on Wednesday. “The winner will be decided by votes from the head coaches/technical directors of the national... Read More

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November 1, 2017

I don’t have N1bn to pay Jonathan | Metuh tells court

Former National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Olisa Metuh on Wednesday told the court that he does not have N1 billion naira to pay former President Goodluck Jonathan. Why it matters: Metuh had urged the court subpoena Jonathan to appear before it as a defence witness in his trial. In an application, Jonathan... Read More

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November 1, 2017

[The Church Blog] #HallelujahChallenge 2.0 Day 1 kicks off with over 100k participants

The long-awaited November edition of the Halleluyah Challenge has kicked off and on a high note too. With over 100k participants logged in from all over the world from the midnight hour up until the end, we can be sure that Halleluyah Challenge 2.0 is going to be bigger, better and greater. The first edition which... Read More

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November 1, 2017

“I have memory loss” | Dasuki refuses to testify in Metuh’s trial

Former National Security Adviser (NSA), Sambo Dasuki on Wednesday said he won’t be able to testify in the ongoing trial of Olisa Metuh, former National Publicity Secretary of the PDP due to ‘memory loss’. Dasuki’s counsel, Ahmed Raji told the court that his client cannot testify at the sitting on Wednesday. He said Dasuki needs access to “relevant... Read More

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November 1, 2017

We must resolve never to allow another war – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday said Nigeria must no be allowed to witness another civil war. Buhari said this his remarks at the inauguration of the Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration 2018 Emblem and Appeal Fund which was held in the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa, Abuja. What he said: It was worthwhile to honour... Read More

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November 1, 2017

[The Injustice Blog] Lest Lagos falls into an avoidable health crisis

The Governor of Lagos, Akinwunmi Ambode government has invested a lot of funds into infrastructural development in the twenty local government and the thirty-seven local council development Authority in Lagos and, has received kudos from many. However, his achievements may soon be clouded by an impending health crisis that is gathering storm in the state... Read More

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November 1, 2017

Oyo-Ita in heated argument with Kyari at Aso Rock

For a moment on Wednesday, the Head of Service of the Federation, Winifred Oyo-Ita had an argument with the Chief of Staff, Abba Kyari, inside the Council Chambers, Aso Rock, TheCable reports. Background: Oyo-Ita has said in a memo that Buhari was aware of the reinstatement and that she advised him against it. According to the report,... Read More

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November 1, 2017

NEMA receives 826 Nigerians who returned willingly from Libya

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) says a total of 826 Nigerians stranded in Libya, en route Europe, voluntarily returned from the North African country in October, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). The Director-General of NEMA, Alhaji Mustapha Maihajja, made the disclosure while receiving a fresh batch of 270 Nigerians who arrived the country... Read More

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November 1, 2017

[The Injustice Blog] Nigeria is in dire need of a working health sector

That Nigeria’s Health sector is in comatose is an open secret. And the fact that we’ve failed to do something concrete about the mess in the sector has further exposed our inadequacies as a country. Past and present governments have not shown the necessary attitude needed for the development of the sector, as a result,... Read More

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November 1, 2017

Court describes Diezani’s application for trial in Nigeria as “bizarre”

The Federal High Court in Lagos, on Wednesday, rejected an application by a former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, seeking to be joined as a defendant in an alleged N450 million fraud case in Nigeria. The presiding judge, Rilwan Aikawa, while rejecting the application, described it as bizarre and a misuse of court processes,... Read More

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November 1, 2017

Liberia’s Supreme Court holds run-off election to hear fraud claims

Liberia’s Supreme Court has paused the November 7 presidential run-off election until it considers a challenge to first-round results by a losing candidate who has alleged fraud. Highlights: Charles Brumskine’s Liberty Party – third place – challenged the results of the October vote, where former soccer star, George Weah and Vice President Joseph Boakai are to battle it out... Read More

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November 1, 2017

DSS takes Dasuki to court for Metuh’s trial

The Department of State Services (DSS) has produced the former national security adviser, Sambo Dasuki, at the federal high court in Abuja, in continuation of Olisa Metuh‘s trial. Background: Metuh, a former spokesman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) who is being tried for alleged money laundering, had requested for Dasuki appearance as a witness to defend... Read More

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November 1, 2017

2018 Budget: We will receive the Executive when they’re ready – Saraki

Nigeria’s Senate President, Bukola Saraki last night said that the National Assembly was ready to receive President Muhammadu Buhari whenever he was ready for the presentation of the 2018 Appropriation Bill. Saraki who spoke to State House correspondents after the dinner the leadership of the National Assembly had with the Presidency at the Banquet Hall... Read More

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November 1, 2017

Latasha Ngwube’s About That Curvy Life Collective reechoes fashion inclusivity at #LFDW2017

The message has now been soundly delivered. All bodies are beautiful, size regardless. Latasha Ngwube’s About That…

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November 1, 2017

The Big 5: Jonathan gives reasons he can’t testify in Metuh’s case, EFCC continues probe of Ikoyigate and, other top stories

These are the stories you should be monitoring today. After the sack of the former NIA boss, Ayo Oke, the EFCC has decided to continue probe of the raw cash found on the seventh floor of a four-bedroom apartment at Osborne Towers located on 16, Osborne Road, Ikoyi, Lagos. President Buhari yesterday mentioned a possible shake-up of... Read More

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November 1, 2017

The YNaija Cover this morning – the 1st of November

Follow the links to read the stories and analyses on YNaija: ‘EFCC may place bounty for the arrest of former pension boss, Maina’ APC NEC, caucus pass vote of confidence on Buhari [The Church Blog] 7 events you should not miss out on, this November

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November 1, 2017

Entertainment Roundup: Akon to host 2017 AFRIMA; House of Cards’ production suspended indefinitely | More stories

Catch up on the biggest stories that made the rounds in entertainment yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept – and are still buzzing today. Akon is your host for this year’s AFRIMA Organisers of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) have announced Senegalese-born awardwinning singer, Akon as host of the 2017 edition of... Read More

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November 1, 2017

[The Church Blog] Ikayrocks set for Concert and Album launch this Saturday

Nigerian Singer and Songwriter, Ikpemoshi Amakhabi (popularly known as Ikayrocks) has unveiled his plans to host a concert and album launch. Ikayrocks, is popularly known for previous singles like Forevermore, All by yourself and Emmanuel The concert and album launch is tagged “His Presence” will feature top acts like Wale Adenuga, Efe Nathan, Eben, Okey... Read More

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November 1, 2017

[The Church Blog] 7 events you should not miss out on, this November

The month of November is no doubt one of the most active months so far for the church in Nigeria. For one reason or the other, it would seem like a large chunk of the most-looked-forward-to events of 2017 was scheduled for November. This, according to Nathaniel Bassey in one of his recent Instagram posts is proof... Read More

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November 1, 2017

The YNaija Tracklist: TStv begins distribution of decoders | Manhattan terrorist kills 8 | More stories

From the papers this morning, a tracklist. TStv begins distribution, installation of decoders – free of charge – YNaija EFCC may place bounty for the arrest of former pension boss, Maina – YNaija Jonathan says testifying for Metuh “is likely to expose him to a criminal charge” – YNaija UCL: Chelsea suffer shock defeat, PSG,... Read More

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November 1, 2017

TStv begins distribution, installation of decoders – free of charge

Telcomm Satellite, the operator of TStv Africa, has commenced distribution and installation of decoders free of charge nationwide. A statement by the Head, Corporate Communications, TStv, Ugo Madu on Tuesday in Abuja, said the action was in line with its promise to commence full commercial sales and operations on November 1 nationwide. Madu said the... Read More

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November 1, 2017

‘EFCC may place bounty for the arrest of former pension boss, Maina’

Having said there are a couple of people protecting the wanted former boss of the Presidential Task Force on Pension Reforms, Abdulrasheed Maina, making his arrest almost impossible, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is considering placing a bounty on him. According to Punch, this was disclosed by a senior EFCC official (who asked to... Read More

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November 1, 2017

Society for Family Health says Nigerians use over 400 million condoms annually

The Society for Family Health (SFH) has said that Nigerians consume over 400 million condoms annually. Its Managing Director, Bright Ekweremadu, said this in Lagos on Tuesday. He was, however, quoted as saying that the 400 million condom consumption could fall below expectation based on the society’s estimation of unprotected sex in the country. Ekweremadu... Read More

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November 1, 2017

Jonathan says testifying for Metuh “is likely to expose him to a criminal charge”

An application filed by former President Goodluck Jonathan before the Federal High Court in Abuja has revealed further reasons why he wants to be exempted from appearing as a witness in defence of a former National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Olisa Metuh. Background: Metuh is standing trial on charges involving, among... Read More

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November 1, 2017

UCL: Chelsea suffer shock defeat, PSG, Bayern advance (HIGHLIGHTS)

The Ligue 1 club, Paris Saint-Germain and the German giants, Bayern Munich advanced to the Champions League knockout stage with wins on Tuesday night, while Chelsea suffered a shock defeat. Roma went top of Group C after thrashing Chelsea 3-0 at the Stadio Olimpico courtesy of a Stephan El Shaarawy brace. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zN3BkPJYpGM In another shock result in Group... Read More

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November 1, 2017

President Buhari hints at a possible shake-up of the FEC

President Muhammadu Buhari yesterday mentioned a possible shake-up of the Federal Executive Council (FEC), which will be expanded with the appointment of more ministers, The Nation reports. More supporters of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) are also to be brought into the government with the constitution of the boards of government agencies, he added.... Read More

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