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August 20, 2017

Governor Fayose, Femi Fani-Kayode, Yemi Osinbajo, CNN | Here are the winners and losers from President Buhari’s return

President Muhammadu Buhari’s absence from the country had begun ruffling feathers from the moment he sent the Senate an official notice handing his government over to Vice President Yemi Osinbajo to “coordinate” while he received treatment in London. It was 103 days packed with vitriol from naysayers and opposition, false prophecies from politicians turned soothsayers... Read More
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August 20, 2017

The APC govt is not clueluess – Northern leaders

Some Northern leaders Saturday, downplayed claims by some politicians in the country who say the All Progressives Congress (APC) government are clueless, commending the ruling party for providing the insight and leadership to achieve prosperity in Nigeria, Vanguard reports. “The APC government is not clueless. It is on course to creating an inclusive and broad... Read More
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August 20, 2017

Stop negating the wish of the people | Southern Monarchs tell Sultan

Some traditional rulers in the southern part of Nigeria, according to Punch, have disagreed with the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar on restructuring, saying that view is against the wish of the people. The Sultan had urged Nigerians­ to focus on the devolution of the economy, rather than the restructuring of Nigeria. Reactions: Olubadan... Read More
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August 20, 2017

“Sometimes you need protest in order to heal” – Donald Trump

In response to the protest in Boston, U.S. President Donald Trump has said the country needs such protests and will heal thereafter from the troubles. Earlier… Thousands of counter-demonstrators marched Saturday in Boston in a largely peaceful response to a self-described free speech rally that had sparked concerns of possible violence. The march and rally came one week after... Read More
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August 20, 2017

Unknown Disease: NCDC urges Nigerians to remain calm

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has asked Nigerians to remain calm as they have begun investigations into the recent outbreak of a “strange disease” that has led to the death of about 62 people in Kogi. A statement from NCDC yesterday said the organization’s Event Based Surveillance (EBS) system detected the news of a... Read More
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August 20, 2017

President Buhari back to continue his good work, leadership – APDA

The Advanced Peoples Democratic Alliance (APDA), has congratulated President Muhammadu Buhari on his return to the country from his medical vacation in London. The National Chairman of the party, Mallam Mohammed Shitu, said on Saturday in Abuja described the return of Buhari as heart-cheering. “We are happy that President Buhari is back to continue his... Read More
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August 20, 2017

Buhari’s return home is both real and symbolic – Tinubu

Having spent 103 days on a medical vacation in the U.K., the national leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu says the country can accomplish excellent things with the return of President Muhammadu Buhari. Highlights of Tinubu’s statement: President Buhari’s attributes, moral fortitude, discipline, strength and dedication, have helped him battle medical challenges.... Read More
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August 20, 2017

CCB, PenCom, ICPC heads must not resume until they are confirmed, Senate warns

The Nigerian Senate has warned nominees for the leadership of three Federal Government institutions, whose names were recently announced, not to resume until they have been confirmed. It was alleged by the Red Chambers that Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo, in his former capacity as Acting President gave the nominees the directive to resume, pending the confirmation... Read More
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August 20, 2017

Buhari’s return is a sign that Nigeria will soon recover – Osinbajo

Now back to being the Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo Saturday, reiterated that he is happy about President Muhammadu Buhari‘s recovery and it is a sign that Nigeria is on the path to recovery. Key excerpts: “The recovery and recuperation of the President is in some sense symbolic of the recovery of Nigeria.” “There is a great... Read More
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August 20, 2017

PDP, Afenifere rate Osinbajo’s performance in Buhari’s absence

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has welcomed Nigeria’s President, Muhammadu Buhari back to the country; also giving Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo a pass mark on his performance. From the party’s Nat’l Publicity Secretary, Dayo Adeyeye: “The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) joins other Nigerians to welcome back the President, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic... Read More
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August 19, 2017

President Buhari’s security team has a case to answer for allowing “supporters” throng his convoy

103 days into his medical vacation in London and President Muhammadu Buhari lands again on the soil of Nigeria. A return that was widely and aggressively clamoured for by Nigerians who had had enough of the aloofness of the president who swore to lead the country if not to the promised land but somewhere around... Read More
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August 19, 2017

Fake news need competition | Trump touts support for Steve Bannon

President Donald Trump on Saturday thanked his former strategist, Steve Bannon for his service after sacking him as White House chief strategist. “I want to thank Steve Bannon for his service. He came to the campaign during my run against Crooked Hillary Clinton – it was great! Thanks S,” Trump tweeted. He later tweeted that... Read More
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August 19, 2017

The Thread: TwitterNG remembers Dr Stella Adadevoh, Nigeria’s hero

Three years ago, Dr Stella Adadevoh literally stood in the gap as she defended Lagos against the spread of the Ebola virus. That decision cost her her life. However, Lagosians lived- as did the rest of Nigeria. Today, TwitterNG registers their gratitude. See below: Let us take some time away from our politics to remember... Read More
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August 19, 2017

Today’s Noisemakers: Buhari, Bashir Ahmad, Peregrino Brimah and others [The President’s return 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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August 19, 2017

I am extremely happy Buhari is back in good health – Osinbajo

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has said he is “extremely happy” that President Muhammadu Buhari is back to Nigeria. He said this while speaking to State House Correspondents after Buhari’s return. He stated that the rousing welcome the President received from the Airport showed that Nigerians are happy to see him. Vice President @ProfOsinbajo speaks on... Read More
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August 19, 2017

The Thread: “What do we do with a problem like Miley?” | Twitter disses Miley Cyrus over new album

Miley Cyrus is already getting flak for her new album Younger Now. Kelechi Okafor, actress and dance instructor eviscerates the country singer with this thread. She accuses Miley of appropriating black culture and profiting from it. See below: #YoungerNow video is OUT!!! https://t.co/SoQufnhMLS Pre – order the album ! pic.twitter.com/UFau5Wse5c — Miley Cyrus (@MileyCyrus) August... Read More
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August 19, 2017

The good work continues | Saraki welcomes Buhari

Senate President Bukola Saraki has welcomed President Muhammadu Buhari back to Nigeria. In a statement signed by his media aide, Yusuph Olaniyonu on Saturday, Saraki thanked God for the safe recovery of the President. He stated that the National Assembly is ready to work with the President to achieve “objectives aimed at improving the standard... Read More
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August 19, 2017

The Thread: #ResumeOrResign protest group ecstatic about their role in Buhari’s return

Finally! After 103 days with the Queen, not counting the first 50 days spell, President Buhari is on his way back to Nigeria. Interestingly, this comes after #ResumeOrResign Protesters staged a 10-day sit-out at the Unity Fountain, Abuja before taking for a test run at Wuse Market. Unfortunately, the protest ended untimely after thugs set... Read More
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August 19, 2017

Opinion: Rid yourself of the ‘Bandwagon Effect’ and take full control of your life

by Nimi Princewill The more people believe in a thing, the easier it becomes to gradually lure other people into jumping on the bandwagon in agreement. The bandwagon effect has proven to be a strong mind-controlling force which drags people into abandoning their own opinion in acceptance of a more popular one. One can’t tell... Read More
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August 19, 2017

The moment President Buhari arrived Nigeria (WATCH)

President Muhammadu Buhari has arrived Nigeria from London where he received medical treatment. Buhari had left the shores of Nigeria on May 7 and has been abroad for 103 days. He landed at the Presidential wing of the Abuja Airport at 4:36 pm. Watch the moment he arrived; https://www.instagram.com/p/BX-xLSkB2jm/ https://www.instagram.com/p/BX-xeJ3Bd8W/ https://www.instagram.com/p/BX-ydplhmGx/
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