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September 1, 2017

Buhari congratulates the Super Eagles after impressive win over Cameroon

President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated the Super Eagles, who this evening in Uyo, beat the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon 4 goals to nothing. In a series of tweets on Twitter, the President said, like the NYSC, football is “unifying platform”. He wrote, “I join millions of football-loving Nigerians in applauding our Super Eagles for their... Read More
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September 1, 2017

Piggybank, Afrotech Girls, ZNM Founation, Tambollo, others win SME100 Award

Every year, SME100Nigeria one of Nigeria’s fastest growing platforms for young entrepreneurs; recognises and celebrates 25 Nigerians under the age of 25 who are doing phenomenal things in Nigeria and contributing to socio-economic development of the country. The Nominee reception and awards ceremony held on Saturday, 26th of August at the Terra Kulture Arena in... Read More
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September 1, 2017

Russia meddling of the US election is underreported – Investigative journalist

Clifford J. Levy, an investigative journalist for The New York Times has lamented through his Twitter page the poor investigation and underscored the US government’s handling of the Russia government’s meddling into the 2016 election. Tweeting earlier on, Levy wrote, “NYT exclusive: Election hacking went beyond Russian assaults in 21 states. But there have been... Read More
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September 1, 2017

Should President Buhari not have visited Benue state already?

by Alexander Onukwue The senior special assistant to President Buhari, Mallam Garba Shehu, released a statement on the thoughts of the President, Muhammadu Buhari, on the floods currently wreaking havoc in Makurdi, Benue State. According to Mr Shehu, the president “has received with great concern reports of the flooding in Benue State” and “has directed... Read More
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September 1, 2017

“Coke Studio is a fantastic initiative” – Olamide

When certain people keep making waves back to back, we can’t help but talk about them! Recently, Nigerian rapper, Olamide, earned a new level of ‘street-cred’ with his new single, “Wo”. Afterwards, he went viral with the “WoChallenge”. Now, the Baddosneh master is set to blow minds with more awesome music as he returns to... Read More
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September 1, 2017

Eid-el-Kabir: Atiku urges Muslims to practice the love and peace that is being preached

Former vice president, Aiku Abubakar Friday, urged fellow Muslims to reclaim their hijacked religion from the hands of violent extremists. Atiku said this via his twitter handle while felicitating with fellow Muslims on the occassion of Eid-al-Adha. “I pray for peace and love in our homes and country this Sallah. “I urge Muslims to reclaim... Read More
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September 1, 2017

“I personally disagree with the ruling” | Kenyatta reacts to the Supreme Court judgement that overturned the Kenya election

Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta Friday, said he disagreed with the Supreme Court judgement which overturned the Presidential poll, and ordered a re-run – he, however, said he would respect it. “I personally disagree with the ruling that has been made today but I respect it,” he said, adding that he believed the six judges had “decided... Read More
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September 1, 2017

Can Benue use this floods to re-plan its urbanisation?

by Alexander O. Onukwue Reports from the Benue floods say that about 3,000 homes have so far been affected across 24 communities and 12 Local Governments. That represents more than 50% of the twenty-three local Government areas in the state. It is a sizeable portion which tells of the extent of the disaster’s coverage, but... Read More
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September 1, 2017

“How can I get a Kenyan passport? I’m tired of elections being stolen by Mugabe” | Twitter reacts to Kenya’s Supreme Court decision

Kenya has put itself on the world’s map for doing something so unprecedented, we got a chill. Early last month, the East-African country conducted an election that saw incumbent President Uhuru Kenyatta emerge winner. International observers were even on hand to state that the elections were credible. In a bloody gutsy move, Kenya’s Supreme Court... Read More
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September 1, 2017

President Buhari urges corps members to continue to promote national unity

Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari has described the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) as a tool for national development and challenged corps members to promote national unity in their various areas of primary assignments. Buhari spoke on Friday in Daura, when he received some members of the NYSC at his residence, who paid him sallah homage.... Read More
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September 1, 2017

Opinion: Eid El-Kabir- A wonderful moment to step into the Ember months

by Kingsley Ahanonu The new month of September comes bright and fresh, offering us a gift. The gift of Eid Kabir, the Muslim festival of sacrifice, obedience and humility. September marks the beginning of the notorious Embers catchment, the period of the year usually associated with eerie feeling. The Embers, from whatever drawn myth, are... Read More
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September 1, 2017

Her Network announces first ever Woman of the Year Awards (HNWOTY) targeted at Female Millennials in Nigeria 

Global networking platform, Her Network, has formally announced the debut edition of its annual awards ceremony targeted at recognizing female Millennials in Nigeria. Her Network Woman of the Year (#HNWOTY) Awards is designed to publicly celebrate and honour millennial women in diverse industries who manifest admirable zeal in their industry, identified by their ability to positively affect lives by... Read More
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September 1, 2017

Adedotun Adekanmbi: In the slums of Ijora-Badia, happiness and poverty are not mutually exclusive

by Adedotun Adekanmbi “Play Na play, but for this Lagos, Na Plenty money fit make person Happy o” – the lout or Area boy as they are fondly called in the city of Lagos startled, as he gave his remarks on what he felt could make someone happy. Often times, I drift into deep thoughts... Read More
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September 1, 2017

Trump takes swipe at James Comey over Hillary Clinton email scandal

US President, Donald Trump has thrown a direct dig at former FBI director, James Comey over his handling of former Democratic Presidential candidate, Hillary Clinton’s email scandal. During the build up to the 2016 general elections, Clinton’s aspiration was plagued by allegations of deleting emails amidst investigation into her mail activities – an action which... Read More
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September 1, 2017

Leonardo DiCaprio, Sandra Bullock, Chris Brown | All the celebs who have donated to #HurricaneHarvey victims

It’s been one week since Hurricane Harvey hit the Texas city of Houston with a catastrophic flooding that has left more than 30 people dead. It’s been reported that the floodwater is beginning to recede in some parts due to a decline in rainfall but millions have been evacuated from their homes and properties have... Read More
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September 1, 2017

Trump restates appreciation and admiration for rescue workers in Houston

President Donald Trump has again appreciated the enormous efforts of rescue workers in ensuring a moderate effect in the Hurricane Harvey ravaged Houston, Texas. The President through his Twitter page deeply appreciated the historic efforts of all concerned workers and volunteers whose savaging acts limited the devastation of the stormy Hurricane. The President also reveled... Read More
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