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October 22, 2017

4 female senators join the #MeToo movement

Senators Elizabeth Warren, Claire McCaskill, Heidi Heitkamp, and Mazie Hirono have lent their voices to the #MeToo social media movement, as they told their stories of sexual harassment on “Meet the Press,” – a trend that started after the many allegations against Harvey Weinstein came to light. The implications: As Chuck Todd said, “The Harvey Weinstein story has... Read More
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October 22, 2017

Okorocha and his statues; Wizkid on the Soul Train | Here are last week’s winners and losers

Rochas Okorocha and Harvey Weinstein have something in common and it’s their penchant for losing and attracting ridicule. Meanwhile, Nigerian-born Chelsea forward, Eniola Aluko has the last laugh after facing racial abuse at the hands of her coach. From last week’s biggest newsmakers, here are the winners and losers: WINNERS Gani Adams Life will no... Read More
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October 22, 2017

“I panicked a little and thought quickly”, “You are very stupid!” | Read our top 10 quotes from last week

Harvey Weinstein sure made a couple of actresses come out against sexual harassment by him and other, probably what led to the still-trending hashtag #MeToo. To know what President Buhari told a delegate of governors and more, read our top ten quotes from last week. “Circumstances at hand or situations on ground  have to a large... Read More
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October 22, 2017

WHO withdraws Robert Mugabe’s goodwill ambassador role

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has revoked the appointment of Zimbabwe‘s Robert Mugabe as a goodwill ambassador. WHO director general, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said in a statement, “I have listened carefully to all who have expressed their concerns.” He had previously praised Zimbabwe for its commitment to public health. But critics pointed out that Zimbabwe’s healthcare system had... Read More
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October 22, 2017

[The Activism Blog] US rates NAPTIP high in combating human trafficking

The effort of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) to put an end to human trafficking in Nigeria has been recognised by the U.S. The Acting Director of Trafficking in Persons Office in Washington, Kari Johnstone gave the commendation during a visit to the Director-General of NAPTIP at the Agency’s... Read More
Counter Culture Blog
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October 22, 2017

LASEMA recovers body of 40-year old man who jumped into lagoon

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has discovered a body believed to be that of 40-year-old Oluseyi Adekunle, who jumped off the Lekki-Ikoyi bridge into the Lagos lagoon, on Friday. LASEMA officials on Sunday, converged on the scene to assess the state of the drowned man, after two days of searching for the body.... Read More
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October 22, 2017

‘Oil marketers plot against Kachikwu, push for his removal’

The woes of the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Ibe Kachikwu might not just be over as some stakeholders in the oil sector are pushing for his removal. A reminder: The minister claimed that the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) awarded N25 billion contracts without due process. Although, Kachikwu later recanted, saying the issues he raised were... Read More
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October 22, 2017

Lagos Govt files fresh charges against suspected kidnap kingpin, Evans

The Lagos State Government has reportedly filed fresh charges against suspected kidnap kingpin, Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, known as Evans. Reference: Evans was arraigned alongside five others on an amended two-count charge of conspiracy and kidnapping. At the arraignment, he had pled “not guilty,” despite initially admitting guilt when first arraigned on August 30. The new charges: According to... Read More
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October 22, 2017

Vanessa Kingori MBE is coming to the 2017 GTBank Fashion Weekend

Vanessa Kingori MBE is an award-winning publisher and one of the leading personalities in the global publishing and fashion industry. A former fashion manager at Esquire Magazine, Vanessa recently became the first black publisher of British Vogue (her appointment takes effect in January 2018), the most commercially successful magazine in the United Kingdom. Widely renowned... Read More
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October 22, 2017

Rep. Wilson is “killing” the Democratic Party – Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump tweeted Saturday regarding Congresswoman Frederica Wilson. What might have led to it: Chief of Staff John Kelly misrepresented a story about Rep. Wilson earlier this week, which further intensified a feud between Trump and the Florida Congresswoman, evidenced by his tweet. Wilson raised the issue of race, suggesting that the animosity from Kelly is racially... Read More
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October 22, 2017

Donald Trump says “end of ISIS caliphate in sight” after Raqqa fall

President Donald Trump Saturday, worded his administration’s role supporting the U.S.-backed allies who earlier in the week captured a key Syrian city that had been the de facto capital for Islamic State militants, Politico reports. “The defeat of ISIS in Raqqah represents a critical breakthrough in our worldwide campaign to defeat ISIS and its wicked ideology,”... Read More
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October 22, 2017

Jonathan describes 2014 National Conference as the best Nigeria ever had

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has said the nation would be able to overcome its numerous challenges if it could use some of the recommendations of the 2014 National Conference – as it “was still the best conference Nigeria ever had as a nation.” Highlights: Jonathan, who spoke briefly as a guest of honour at the... Read More
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October 22, 2017

Okorocha’s love for erections, Kaduna teachers hold prayer and fasting session | 5 most cringeworthy news stories from last week

(ˈkrɪndʒwəːði)   We bring you a roundup of some of the most popular yet totally cringeworthy stories that made the rounds last week – all the things your regular newsmakers said or did that made for the biggest and most awkward moments. Rochas Okorocha = Insanity Don’t blame anyone for calling a 55-year-old man mad... Read More
Thinking Through
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October 22, 2017

U.S. did not reject Nigerian yams, exporter says

A Nigerian yam exporter, Dr Timothy Ijir, based in the United States, has said that the US authorities did not reject any yam exports from Nigeria. He stated this in an interview with Punch on Saturday. He said, “I am the only person who has imported Nigerian yams into the US and I can say without equivocation... Read More
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October 22, 2017

Osinbajo urges Commonwealth lawmakers to make legislation to improve the lives of Africans

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo Saturday, charged members of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) to make legislation that will help secure the future of Africans and the continent. He gave the charge while declaring open the 48th Session of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (African Region) in Owerri, Imo. Highlights: Osinbajo urged African leaders to go beyond... Read More
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October 22, 2017

There are 37 job openings for young Nigerians in the UN – Amina Mohammed

According to the UN Deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed, there are 37 career openings for young Nigerians under the United Nations bureaucracy. Mrs Mohammed speaking at a cultural night organised by Nigerians working at the United Nations Systems said the openings are available via the Junior Professional Officers’ (JPO) Programme, including an internship for young graduates. Highlights:... Read More
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October 21, 2017

EPL Roundup: Manchester City move five points clear at the top | Chelsea overcome Watford threat | Other results

Huddersfield defeat Manchester United 2-1 Manchester United’s impressive run was smeared on Saturday by Huddersfield after putting two past the Red Devils. Aaron Mooy and Laurent Depoitre took advantage of first-half errors as the Terriers beat United for the first time since 1952. Rashford’s only strike however could not save Manchester United from defeat. Chelsea... Read More
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