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August 3, 2017

There’s a lot of work to do in the APC | Saraki reacts to speculations that he’s defecting to PDP

Senate President Bukola Saraki said contrary to speculations, he was a full member of All Progressives Congress (APC). Saraki said this at a Forum in Abuja that the rumours were mischievous urging the public the ignore such. He said that those spreading such information were doing so as propaganda for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).... Read More
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August 3, 2017

Rebuilding the Berlin Wall: How Europe’s anti-migration agenda threatens stability in Africa

by Mercy Abang   On August 13, 1961, the Communist government of the German Democratic Republic built a wall between East and West Berlin. The intention of that action to build a wall was to keep “fascists” from entering East Germany but importantly, it stemmed mass defections from East to West Germany. In 1885, the... Read More
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August 3, 2017

‘How Fayose’s 2015 committee exempted Fayemi from an alleged N852m fraud’

There is a report that an investigative committee instituted by Ekiti governor, Ayodele Fayose, to probe former governor, Kayode Fayemi over an alleged embezzlement of N852 million belonging to the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), vindicated Fayemi. According to Premium Times, Fayose had set up the five-member committee after he assumed office as governor... Read More
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August 3, 2017

“Seek other avenues for your relevance” | Nigerian Army blasts Fayose

The Nigerian Army on Thursday blasted the governor of Ekiti, Ayodele Fayose, for saying the corruption in the army isn’t allowing them defeat Boko Haram. The Governor had on Wednesday said, “This report (United States “Country Report on Terrorism 2016” and the Transparency International Report) has further lent credence to earlier revelation by the Transparency International... Read More
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August 3, 2017

This is how the hunter became the hunted over Trump’s immigration law

White House senior adviser Stephen Miller engaged in a heated debate with CNN star anchor Jim Acosta over President Trump’s move to overhaul legal immigration during a press briefing on Wednesday. In what started out as a not-so-innocent line of questioning, Acosta put the senior adviser in a tight corner when he supported his criticism... Read More
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August 3, 2017

Former heavyweight boxing champion, Wladimir Klitschko retires

Former heavyweight boxing world champion, Wladimir Klitschko has retired from the sport at age 41. The Ukrainian’s management said this in a statement on Thursday. Klitschko held various titles in a glorious 21-year career which started as a professional after winning Olympic gold at the 1996 Games in Atlanta. He was unified champion 2006-2015. Klitschko’s... Read More
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August 3, 2017

Tax will be placed on first class, business class tickets, luxury goods – Adeosun

Minister of finance, Kemi Adeosun says the Federal Government has signed a policy to tax first class and business class air tickets alongside other luxury goods, TheCable reports. Answering questions from Nigerians on Thursday morning, via Facebook, the minister was asked what her thoughts were on taxing first class tickets and luxury coaches, and she... Read More
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August 3, 2017

“Stay encouraged and have faith” | Kemi Ogunsanwo, founder of African-inspired stationery brand, Gazelle London tells young entrepreneurs

At seven, Kemi Ogunsanwo received her first journal – a battered, faux leather empty book, but she felt a surge of excitement at the prospect of filling its untouched space with her thoughts, feelings, and overactive imagination. Twenty years later, she’s filled the pages of over thirty diaries, countless notebooks filling those journals with dreams,... Read More
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August 3, 2017

Dogara, Defence Hqtrs disagree on Presidential confirmation of Service Chiefs

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, and Defence Headquarters, have differed on the input of the National Assembly in the confirmation of the appointment of service chiefs by the President. While Dogara said confirmation was necessary, the Defence Headquarters thought otherwise and advocated the deletion of entire Section 18 of the Armed... Read More
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August 3, 2017

Entertainment Roundup: Segun Arinze reveals he’s open to collaborating with Tekno in the future; Justin Bieber speaks out for the first time since tour cancellation | More stories

Here are the biggest stories from yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept – and are certain to buzz the rest of today. Plus FREE GIFT INSIDE. Should we look forward to a Segun Arinze/Tekno collabo? By all means! Veteran Nollywood actor, Segun Arinze is not only Tekno‘s “biggest fan”, he might be making... Read More
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August 3, 2017

The YNaija Tracklist: Obasanjo says Africa’s resources are poorly managed, Kelly talks to Sessions concerning his job | More stories

From the papers, a tracklist. APC chair gives reasons Ortom “will certainly” win in 2019 – YNaija Former FBI Director James Comey signs multi-million dollar book deal – YNaija Kogi Assembly speaker resigns – YNaija Nnamdi Kanu attacks Osinbajo, demands release of detained IPOB leaders – YNaija Former governors Fashola, Fayemi, Ngige say they no... Read More
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August 3, 2017

“If you’re a Nigerian you’re evil and a child of Satan” – Nnamdi Kanu

The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu has alleged that Hausa/Fulani are the ones behind the misfortune of the Igbos. Addressing members of IPOB at his home town in Isiama Afaraukwu Ibeku, Umuahia, Abia State, Kanu alleged that Hausa/Fulani’s are terrorising people everywhere they go. Kanu asked why nobody from the South East has been arrested... Read More
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August 3, 2017

The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today

These are the top five stories you should be monitoring today. 1. APC Chair gives reasons Ortom “will certainly” win in 2019 2. Former FBI Director James Comey signs multi-million dollar book deal 3. Nnamdi Kanu attacks Osinbajo, demands release of detained IPOB leaders 4. Former governors Fashola, Fayemi, Ngige say they no longer receive pensions from their states... Read More
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August 3, 2017

Christopher Wray sworn in as new FBI Director

Christopher Wray was sworn in as FBI director, Wednesday, officially assuming the position after his predecessor James Comey, was abruptly fired in May by President Donald Trump.  According to POLITICO, Wray was confirmed by the Senate on Tuesday, in a 92-to-5 vote. In a statement after the swearing-in ceremony led by Attorney General Jeff Sessions, Wray said,... Read More
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August 3, 2017

Former FBI Director James Comey signs multi-million dollar book deal

Former FBI Director James Comey has signed a multimillion-dollar book deal with Flatiron Books to write an ‘unnamed’ book on leadership. President Donald Trump fired Comey who had led the FBI for more than three years and also worked as a lawyer in the Justice Department and as a lawyer. In a statement, Flatiron publisher and... Read More
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August 3, 2017

“The new minimum level will now be £100,000”, Barclays Bank tells Nigerians

Barclays Bank has asked expatriates, including Nigerians, with less than £100,000 deposit to close their accounts. In a letter dated June 12, 2017, the bank informed the customers that would be affected by the policy of its decision to raise the minimum client balance requirement for international banking service. TheCable reports. “The new minimum level... Read More
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August 3, 2017

Former governors Fashola, Fayemi, Ngige say they no longer receive pensions from their states

Three former governors – current ministers have said that they no longer receive pensions from their state governments. The ministers are Babatunde Fashola (Power, Works and Housing); Chris Ngige (Labour and Employment) and Kayode Fayemi  (Mines and Steel Development). Fashola, a former governor of Lagos State, said he did not receive any pension from Lagos... Read More
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August 3, 2017

U.S. bans travel to North Korea from 1st of September

The United States Department has said Wednesday that the travel ban on U.S. passport holders to North Korea will take effect on Sept. 1 and that Americans in the country should also leave before that date, Reuters reports. The ban comes amid heightening tensions between the United States and North Korea, which has claimed it... Read More
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August 3, 2017

States chairmen of the APC meet Osinbajo over Nigeria’s present situation, Buhari’s health

States leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Wednesday evening, met with the Acting President Yemi Osinbajo in a closed-door meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, over the health of President Muhammadu Buhari and the economy of the country. The APC State Chairmen expressed satisfaction with implementation of policies under the Buhari-led administration, Vanguard reports.... Read More
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August 3, 2017

£200m for Neymar not expensive – Jose Mourinho

Manchester United boss, Jose Mourinho has claimed that Neymar is “not expensive” even at almost £200 million but has warned that the Brazilian’s world record move from Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain will further inflate an already “crazy” transfer market. Mourinho has already highlighted his concerns this summer over some of the fees that are being paid for... Read More
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