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October 1, 2017

President Muhammadu Buhari’s 57th Independence day speech (READ)

President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday addressed the nation in commemoration of the 57th Independence day celebration. Read his full speech below; Dear Nigerians, “October 1st remains a special date for all Nigerians as this marks the day when we attained one of the most precious of human desires — freedom. “Over the years, the country... Read More
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October 1, 2017

Prof Ogbechie, Olusola, Alabi, others to speak at the Business of Education Summit

Edusko, an Edtech start-up that connects parents and students with suitable private schools within and outside Africa, is organising a discussion series, called the Business of Education. The maiden edition of the event focused on school leadership is expected to have over 1000 school leaders in attendance. According Edusko founder and event convener Jide Ayegbusi, it... Read More
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October 1, 2017

I will not allow Nigeria break up during my administration – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari has said he would never allow Nigeria disintegrate under his administration. Buhari made his position known in a national speech to mark the nation’s 57th independence anniversary on Saturday. What he said: The calls for restructuring is responsible for the call for the nation’s breakup. Nigeria has witnessed freedom which allowed opposition... Read More
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October 1, 2017

Buhari should not be blamed for Nigeria’s problems – Peter Obi

Former governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi has said President Muhammadu Buhari cannot be blamed for Nigeria’s problem. Obi said this on Saturday in Abakaliki, Ebonyi state capital, where he delivered a lecture on the nation’s 57th independence anniversary. What he said: The world is moving to an era of knowledge economy while Nigeria is... Read More
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October 1, 2017

Those calling for Nigeria’s disintegration should think twice – Gowon

Former Head of State, Yakubu Gowon has called on those agitating for Biafra to learn from history. Gowon said this on the sideline of an event organised by “Nigeria Prays” a Non-Governmental Organisation in Abuja, on Saturday. The former military ruler advised the agitators to consider the sufferings of people in the past. He said, “Those... Read More
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October 1, 2017

Health workers suspend nationwide strike

The Joint Health Sector Unions and Assembly of Healthcare Professionals (JOHESU) has suspended its nationwide strike. This was after a meeting between the leadership of the union and representatives of the Federal Government in Abuja. What happened: The union had embarked on strike to protest salaries adjustments, promotion arrears, and improved work environment for its members. Minister... Read More
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September 30, 2017

Today’s Noisemakers: Joachim MacEbong, Isima Odeh, Osi Suave and others [The Wizkid-Fela debate edition]

Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social matters, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. We make it our job to take down the names of these noisemakers. Here’s our list from today:... Read More
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September 30, 2017

Nigeria at 57: Presidency lists 57 achievements of the Buhari administration

The Independence anniversary is tomorrow, October 1st and, President Muhammadu Buhari‘s aide on new media, Bashir Ahmad, on social media listed 57 achievements of the present administration since it took over power in 2015. See the list below: SECURITY AND RELATED MATTERS 1. Release of 106 Chibok girls, as well as over 16,000 persons in... Read More
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September 30, 2017

Pro-Biafrans organise protest in London, reaffirm their resolve to leave Nigeria (WATCH)

Some members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) have organised a protest in the UK, in continuation of the secessionist agitation. In the video (published by TheCable), the Placard-wielding protesters said Nigeria’s President, Muhammadu Buhari is a terrorist and not those agitating for Biafra. They also called other Nigerians “evil”. “We want the whole... Read More
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September 30, 2017

El-Rufai is inciting people against the government | Arewa youth react to Kaduna arrest warrant

The Arewa Youth Consultative Forum (AYCF) has asked the governor of Kaduna, Nasir el-Rufai, not to “distract us”, as they are doing everything within their limits to ensure there is peace in the country. Background: The Kaduna government obtained a bench warrant to arrest the members of the Northern coalition who issued quit notice to... Read More
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September 30, 2017

‘Police discover truck company belonging to Evans’

Men of the Nigerian Police attached to the intelligence response team (IRT) of the Inspector-General have reportedly uncovered a truck yard belonging to suspected kidnap kingpin, Chukwudumeme Onwumadike, known as Evans. Highlights (Report from The Sun): One Ngozika Ezeokoye, believed to be the secretary of the company, is currently in police custody. Evans was said to... Read More
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September 30, 2017

EPL Roundup: Man City beat Chelsea; Man Utd maintain unbeaten run, other results

The English Premier League Round 7 continued today, September 30 and Manchester United continued their unbeaten run. Goals from Juan Mata (3′), Fellaini (35′, 49′) and Romelu Lukaku (86′) secured a 4-goal victory against struggling Crystal Palace. Earlier, Harry Kane (9′, 23′), Ben Davies (16′) and Moussa Sissoko (90′) scored for Tottenham against newly-promoted Huddersfield Town. One-time... Read More
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September 30, 2017

Art X Lagos announces participating exhibitors, artistes, and more for its 2017 edition

ART X Lagos on Thursday unveiled the 13 leading international art galleries selected for its 2017 edition. The art fair will feature over 60 artists from 14 countries across Africa and the Diaspora. In only its 2nd year, ART X Lagos has already emerged as the premier international art fair in West Africa. With the success of its 2016 maiden edition, which drew an audience of over 5,000 people, this year’s edition promises to be even... Read More
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September 30, 2017

Nigeria at 57: We must blend our differences to achieve our dreams – Dogara

As Nigeria’s 57th Independence anniversary is here, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, in a statement signed by his Special Adviser (Media and Public Affairs), Turaki Hassan, urged Nigerians to strengthen the bond of unity and cohesion as a people of common interest and destiny in the process of nation-building. Highlights: The Speaker who... Read More
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September 30, 2017

[The Injustice Blog] For Tambuwal, there is a reward for corruption

At a time the APC-led federal government is firing on all cylinders in a bid to rid the country of corruption through its “anti-graft war”, the APC government in Sokoto is doing otherwise; or how do we describe the pardon granted five persons indicted for mismanagement of funds totalling N15 Billion under the immediate administration... Read More
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September 30, 2017

19 outstanding entrepreneurs selected for She Leads Africa 2017 Accelerator Program

She Leads Africa has announced twenty early stage businesses have been accepted into the 2017 SLA Accelerator Programme. This year, the program will hold in Lagos, Abuja and Kaduna, Nigeria. She Leads Africa has partnered with the Work in Progress! Alliance (VC4Africa and Oxfam), OCP, Guaranty Trust Bank, Cointreau and Intel Corp to create a... Read More
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September 30, 2017

Twitter’s 280 character limit; 2541 Boko Haram terrorists to be prosecuted | The 5 numbers that mattered this week

2,541 – The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami said a special prosecution arrangement has been put in place and trial will commence for this number of suspected Boko Haram members currently detained at Wawa Barracks in Kainji, Niger State, and Maiduguri prison in Borno State. $375,000 – According to the Vice-Chancellor of Redeemer’s... Read More
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September 30, 2017

[The Injustice Blog] Examining the Sokoto and Akwa Ibom ‘pro-corruption syndrome’

The new trend among state governors in the country irrespective of their party, is frustrating the “anti-corruption war” of the federal government and it’s getting more serious. While we are yet to get to the end of the drama being played out in Akwa Ibom, between the state government and the EFCC, as the former has... Read More
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September 30, 2017

“Such poor leadership ability” | Donald Trump attacks Puerto Rico mayor

U.S. President Donald Trump Saturday defended his administration’s hurricane recovery effort in Puerto Rico blasting San Juan Mayor, Carmen Yulin Cruz who is criticising the president’s effort to get supplies, electricity and other relief to the U.S. Island. “Such poor leadership ability by the Mayor of San Juan, and others in Puerto Rico, who are... Read More
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September 30, 2017

Junior Achievement Nigeria (JAN) set to host National Student Entrepreneurship competition

September 2017 – Junior Achievement Nigeria (JAN) will host its annual flagship event, National Company of the Year Competition (NCOY) on Thursday, October 5, 2017. The event is a signature showcase for Junior Achievement Nigeria (JAN) and the students who benefit from the impact of the JA Company Program®, which is a school-based entrepreneurship education... Read More
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September 30, 2017

“I have been busy adding value to the lives of the people” – Eedris Abdulkareem

The “Nigeria Jagajaga” singer, Eedris Abdulkareem in an interview with New Telegraph said, he is not “scared of human beings; I am scared of only God. Because whether you like it or not we are all are living dead, we will all die one day, so what would you be remembered for.” On whether the... Read More
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