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October 3, 2017

[The Activism Blog] Cameroon security forces kill 17 protesters – Amnesty International

Amnesty International has claimed that seventeen protesters were killed by Cameroon security forces on Sunday, October 1, 2017.The protesters were demanding independence from the Central African country. The protesters were demanding independence from the Central African country. Amnesty International’s Lake Chad researcher, Ilaria Allegrozzi said, “The worrying escalation witnessed over the weekend has now reached... Read More
Counter Culture Blog
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October 3, 2017

The Thread: “59 dead is a miracle? WTF are you smoking???” | Americans spew vitriol on Trump

America has been taking hits from different directions in the past couple of months. From Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria, to the Las Vegas shooting, America has not had a breather in a while and unfortunately, their President has not risen to the occasion. Take Puerto Rico for example, Trump has managed (as only he... Read More
Opinion
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October 3, 2017

The Late 5: Asari Dokubo claims President Buhari is a clone; Diezani says she wants to return to Nigeria; and other top stories

Good evening. Here are the top 5 stories that drove conversation today: Apparently, President Muhammadu Buhari had a filled day. After meeting with Anambra State governor, Willie Obiano at the Presidential Villa over the upcoming state election, he still found time to ‘endorse’ Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai’s re-election for 2019 — or so El-Rufai claims. ———- However,... Read More
Featured, The News Blog
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October 3, 2017

Britain must increase NATO contribution to combat terror – Defence Secretary

UK’s Secretary of State Defence, Sir Michael Fallon has stated that the UK should increase its contribution to NATO above the minimum 2% of GDP. Fallon’s argument: The Defence Secretary while Speaking exclusively on Sky News, said, “The threats to our country are intensifying” “The 2% is a minimum commitment by NATO members. We’ve committed... Read More
Global
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October 3, 2017

Opinion: Chris Attoh and the entitlement mentality of African men

by Gabriel Olatunji-Legend   I stumbled on a news story where Mr. Chris Attoh who recently announced his separation or divorce from his wife made some statements concerning his failed marriage. As a person who has studied the subject of relationship success, and how to build a happy and long-lasting marriage, I feel compelled to... Read More
Opinion
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Buhari
October 3, 2017

It was an act of evil | FG condoles with US over Las Vegas shooting

The Federal Government of Nigeria has condoled with the United States of America over the shootings at a country music concert in the Mandalay Bay Resort, Las Vegas, Nevada, on October 1. This was in a statement by Dr Tope Elias-Fatile, the spokesperson to Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama on Tuesday. What happened: The Police... Read More
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budge, senate
October 3, 2017

How JAMB has been jamming our students’ future – Shehu Sani

Senator representing Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani has said the Joint Admission Matriculation Board (JAMB) has been “jamming” the future of young Nigerians. Sani said this on Tuesday while speaking on the motion that regulatory conflict between JAMB and universities in offering admission in Nigeria, need to be revisited. The motion was sponsored by Umaru Kurfi, senator representing Katsina... Read More
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October 3, 2017

Despite obstacles, we will proceed with Melaye’s recall – INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission has said it won’t stop the process of recalling Senator representing Kogi West, Dino Melaye. What happened: Kogi West constituents had called for the recall of Melaye from the Senate. But the Senator had approached a court to stop the recall process, stating that the signatures gathered by INEC was... Read More
The News Blog
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October 3, 2017

NNPC GMD is destroying my reforms | Kachikwu petitions Buhari

Minister of State for Petroleum, Ibe Kachikwu has written a petition against the Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Maikanti Baru to President Muhammadu Buhari. In the letter, Kachikwu alleged that Baru was guilty of insubordination. His allegations: In the petition, Kachikwu said, “Like the previous reorganisations and repostings done since Mr Baru... Read More
The News Blog
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October 3, 2017

Buhari meets Obiano, promises free and fair election in Anambra

President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday met with Anambra State governor, Willie Obiano at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The governor met Buhari over the governorship election in the state in November 18. Buhari promised the governor that the election in the state will be free and fair. The President, through his Twitter page also confirmed the... Read More
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Buhari, Ibe Kachikwu, Fuel scarcity
October 3, 2017

[The Presidential Blog] This is the Kachikwu letter everyone is raving about

There’s a possibility “Kachikwu” has popped up one or two times on your social media or RSS feeds today. The Minister of State for Petroleum has somewhat attained celebrity status since the streets got hold of a controversial petition he authored and sent to the President. The letter is essentially a petition to the President... Read More
The Presidential Blog
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October 3, 2017

Remove speed bumps from federal roads | Senate tells works ministry

The Senate has asked the Ministry of Power, Works and Housing to remove illegal bumps from federal roads. The upper Chamber also asked the ministry to ensure there are petrol stations on service lanes for motorists. The motion: The motion was sponsored by Barnabas Gemade, senator representing Benue north-east, and Stella Oduah, senator representing Anambra north.... Read More
The News Blog
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El-Rufai
October 3, 2017

Buhari has endorsed my re-election in 2019 – El-Rufai

Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai has said President Muhammadu Buhari has endorsed his re-election in 2019. In a radio interview, El-Rufai said the President endorsed his bid, after the APC in his state gave him a nod. The governor added that he would definitely seek re-election with the endorsement. “It was after I finished briefing... Read More
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October 3, 2017

Nigerian Minister flown to the U.S. for treatment

The Minister of State for Education, Anthony Anwukah has been flown to the United States – for an undisclosed illness. Highlights: This was disclosed Tuesday, by the Minister of Education, Adamu Adamu, at a press briefing on the 2017 World Teachers’ Day in Abuja. Mr Adamu urged those at the event to rise for a prayer... Read More
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October 3, 2017

Former Project Fame winner, Jeff Akoh releases 2 new songs

A former winner of Project Fame, Jeff Akoh has come out with two new tunes. “Shokolokobangose” and “Gbadun” (Your Lovin’). Jeff Akoh also drops his debut album entitled Lokoja on his 21st birthday October 27. He teamed up with talented producer, Cobhams Asuquo and UK-based group Team Salut for Shokolokobangoshe and Gbadun (Your Lovin’), respectively. “These... Read More
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October 3, 2017

Finally, Reps swear in Mato, Hembe’s replacement

The House of Representatives has sworn-in Dorathy Mato as a replacement for Herman Hembe – to represent Konshisha Federal Constituency of Benue. Background: June 23, Supreme Court sacked him, declaring Mato winner of the election. September 20, Supreme Court insists that Mr Hembe would return all the salaries and allowances given him. Happening now: Mr Hembe, a... Read More
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October 3, 2017

FG’s economic committee approves 60-day action plan to drive reforms

The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has today, October 3, 2017, begun a 60-day National Action Plan (NAP 2.0) to drive reforms aimed at “making Nigeria a progressively easier place to do business”. This was confirmed in a statement signed by PEBEC Secretary/SSA Industry, Trade & Investment (OVP), Dr Jumoke Oduwole. FG’s economic committee approves a... Read More
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