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August 15, 2017

I have not indicated interest to contest any elective position – Kachikwu

Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Ibe Kachikwu said he has not disclosed any intention to contest the governorship of Delta State or any elective position in 2019. In a statement signed by the Director of Press, Ministry of Petroleum Resources, Idang Alibi, in Abuja on Monday, Kachikwu said he was rather focused on representing... Read More
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August 15, 2017

I don’t know if Nigeria is paying for Buhari’s treatment – Adesina

Special Adviser to President Muhammadu Buhari on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina has said he is not sure if the Federal Government foots the bill for the medical treatment of the President. The President had travelled to London for medical treatment since May 7. Buhari had earlier spent 49 days, treating an undisclosed ailment, which... Read More
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August 15, 2017

Constituency projects by lawmakers is corruption | Obasanjo insists

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has insisted that the constituency projects embarked upon by lawmakers was a means of corruption. Obasanjo said this at the opening of a two-day investment forum organised by the Niger State Government in Minna on Monday. Obasanjo said, “The Sultan talked about roads, I hope our lawmakers will use their position... Read More
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August 14, 2017

[The Injustice Blog] This is what N6.1bn can do for Nigerians

The recent decision by the House of Representatives to spend N6.1bn n the purchase of utility vehicles has received knocks and condemnations from Nigerians but the this has not deterrent the green chamber which has taken delivery of some batches of the vehicles. At a time the country is experiencing a recession, including the mounting poverty,... Read More
Counter Culture Blog
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August 14, 2017

Wow Trump! Thanks for blessing us with your “condemnation message” today

On Saturday, Neo Nazis and White Supremacists displayed the worst in themselves when they trooped out to show their disdain or inclusivity – the kind that America likes to tout itself for – in Charlottesville, Virginia. In the process, a truck drove into a crowd and killed a young woman, injuring 20 others. The American... Read More
Donald Trump, Thinking Through
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August 14, 2017

Nigeria’s Mutual Funds attracts increased interest locally and internationally

Against the backdrop of increased interest and investments in Mutual Funds in Nigeria, Nigeria’s Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) announced that total Asset Under Management (AUM) of mutual funds in Nigeria topped N300 billion for the first time ever. This has been attributed to various factors not excluding the current state of the economy, stock... Read More
Partners
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August 14, 2017

“Nigeria experienced unprecedented growth under Jonathan” – Reno Omokri

In reaction to a statement that his administration didn’t do anything to fight corruption, former president, Goodluck Jonathan has said that corruption in Nigeria is worse under the current administration of President Muhammadu Buhari. He also said that his government had left behind a robust economy for the Buhari administration in 2015. A Special Assistant... Read More
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August 14, 2017

Anambra church killing: Ozubulu youth protest reopening of church

Ozubulu youth Monday, protested the reopening of St Philips Catholic Church, Amakwa Ozubulu, Anambra, by the Catholic Bishop of Nnewi diocese, Most Rev Hilary Okeke. A week after the massacre (Sunday) the Bishop rededicated and opened the place as some government officials worshipped. How the youth reacted: They marched from Ozubulu Motor Park to Ekwusigo... Read More
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August 14, 2017

[The Injustice Blog] The House of Reps decision to spend N6.1bn on cars is all shades of wrong

The decision of the House of Representatives to spend 6.1 billion Naira on the purchase of new utility vehicles for the 360-member House has been described as a purchase in the national interest. In the words of the Chairman, House Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Abdulrazak Namdas who justified the payment saying, “It is... Read More
Counter Culture Blog
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August 14, 2017

The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversation today

These are the top five stories that drove conversation today. 1. #ResumeOrResign: Protesters Shut Down Aso Rock Gate The “Resume or Resign” protesters have, in continuation of their demands that Muhammadu Buhari resumes his duties or resigns as President, marched to Aso Rock gate, limiting both entry and exit. 2. ASUU Embarks On Indefinite Strike The Academic... Read More
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August 14, 2017

Eyes left: What about Abike Dabiri’s curious optics in the new Buhari pictures?

by Alexander O. Onukwue In two images showing the latest visitors to President Muhammadu Buhari in London, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Diaspora affairs, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, is, rather curiously, looking to her left when the images were shot. The NTA video report posted online by the Presidency showed that she was the last... Read More
Story of the day
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August 14, 2017

INEC receives petition for recall of Kano Assembly member, Abubakar Kuki

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has, in a statement signed by the Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee (IVEC) Mr Adeddeji S. Soyebi, announced the receipt of a petition for the recall of Mr Abubakar Galadima Kuki, the representative of Bebeji Constituency in the Kano State House of Assembly. The petition was received on... Read More
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August 14, 2017

Donald Trump condemns white supremacists, says… “Racism is evil”

US President Donald Trump has condemned the KKK, neo-Nazis and white supremacists, calling them, “criminals and thugs.” The attack was on Charlottesville protesters where one person has been reported dead, leaving nineteen others injured. Two days after blaming "all sides" for violence in #Charlottesville, Pres. Trump says KKK, Neo-Nazis and White Supremacists are “repugnant” pic.twitter.com/20QgYaLzVc... Read More
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August 14, 2017

Trump takes swipe at Merkel over North Korea response

by Adedotun Michael President Donald Trump has lashed out at the German chancellor, Angela Merkel over the latter’s comments on his war of words with North Korea’s Kim Jong-Un, UK Express reports. The week longed threatening words thrown across borders has heated the polity harder and aroused tension in the global space with concerned players stepping... Read More
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August 14, 2017

In ‘the threats’ premier league, how strong are the referees in managing the situation?

by Alexander O. Onukwue In about four week’s time, the Coalition of Niger Delta Agitators will begin to prevent Nigeria from using the nation’s oil facilities. Contained in their statement on August 10, the group of Niger Delta groups said they will, from September 10, “commence operation zero oil in the Niger Delta from September... Read More
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