The News Blog

October 3, 2017

Buhari meets Obiano, promises free and fair election in Anambra

President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday met with Anambra State governor, Willie Obiano at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The governor met Buhari over the governorship election in the state in November 18. Buhari promised the governor that the election in the state will be free and fair. The President, through his Twitter page also confirmed the... Read More

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October 3, 2017

Remove speed bumps from federal roads | Senate tells works ministry

The Senate has asked the Ministry of Power, Works and Housing to remove illegal bumps from federal roads. The upper Chamber also asked the ministry to ensure there are petrol stations on service lanes for motorists. The motion: The motion was sponsored by Barnabas Gemade, senator representing Benue north-east, and Stella Oduah, senator representing Anambra north.... Read More

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October 3, 2017

Buhari has endorsed my re-election in 2019 – El-Rufai

Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai has said President Muhammadu Buhari has endorsed his re-election in 2019. In a radio interview, El-Rufai said the President endorsed his bid, after the APC in his state gave him a nod. The governor added that he would definitely seek re-election with the endorsement. “It was after I finished briefing... Read More

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October 3, 2017

Why I want to return to Nigeria | Diezani tells court

Former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke has said she would like to return to Nigeria to defend corruption charges against her. She urged the Federal High Court in Lagos to order the Attorney-General of the Federation to bring her back to Nigeria. Background: Diezani had been mentioned in a plethora of corruption cases since... Read More

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October 3, 2017

Nigerian Minister flown to the U.S. for treatment

The Minister of State for Education, Anthony Anwukah has been flown to the United States – for an undisclosed illness. Highlights: This was disclosed Tuesday, by the Minister of Education, Adamu Adamu, at a press briefing on the 2017 World Teachers’ Day in Abuja. Mr Adamu urged those at the event to rise for a prayer... Read More

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October 3, 2017

Former Project Fame winner, Jeff Akoh releases 2 new songs

A former winner of Project Fame, Jeff Akoh has come out with two new tunes. “Shokolokobangose” and “Gbadun” (Your Lovin’). Jeff Akoh also drops his debut album entitled Lokoja on his 21st birthday October 27. He teamed up with talented producer, Cobhams Asuquo and UK-based group Team Salut for Shokolokobangoshe and Gbadun (Your Lovin’), respectively. “These... Read More

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October 3, 2017

Finally, Reps swear in Mato, Hembe’s replacement

The House of Representatives has sworn-in Dorathy Mato as a replacement for Herman Hembe – to represent Konshisha Federal Constituency of Benue. Background: June 23, Supreme Court sacked him, declaring Mato winner of the election. September 20, Supreme Court insists that Mr Hembe would return all the salaries and allowances given him. Happening now: Mr Hembe, a... Read More

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October 3, 2017

FG’s economic committee approves 60-day action plan to drive reforms

The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has today, October 3, 2017, begun a 60-day National Action Plan (NAP 2.0) to drive reforms aimed at “making Nigeria a progressively easier place to do business”. This was confirmed in a statement signed by PEBEC Secretary/SSA Industry, Trade & Investment (OVP), Dr Jumoke Oduwole. FG’s economic committee approves a... Read More

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October 3, 2017

Resident doctors in Kaduna begin indefinite strike

Residents doctors in Kaduna have begun an indefinite strike Tuesday, decrying the deplorable state of healthcare facilities in state government hospitals. The President, Association of Resident Doctors in the state, Dr Joseph Jokshan said at a press briefing Monday night in Kaduna that the state government had not responded to any of the doctors’ demands issued 21... Read More

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October 3, 2017

President Buhari was cloned in London, Asari Dokubo insists (WATCH)

Just as the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu said, the former Niger Delta militant leader, Asari Dokubo, has insisted that Nigeria’s President, Muhammadu Buhari, was cloned in London. Highlights: He struggled in his Independence Day speech. The “man they have in Aso Rock” was “trying to mimic” the original Buhari.... Read More

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October 3, 2017

Nigeria has a history of accidental presidents – Bishop Kukah (WATCH)

The Catholic Bishop of the Sokoto Diocese, Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah, at The Platform, organised by the Covenant Christian Centre, on October 3, 2017, with the theme “Putting together the jigsaw pieces that form Nigeria” said Nigeria has had a long history of “accidental presidents” – starting 1999. [ICYMI: #ThePlatform: These are the Speakers’ opinions... Read More

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October 3, 2017

Google to remove this feature affecting publishers

Google is relaxing its ‘first click free’ rule which requires news organisations using the subscription model to provide three news stories for free every day or face lower ranking in search results. This move announced by Richard Gingras, Google’s vice president for news, is following heavy criticism from media giants like News Corp who complained... Read More

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October 3, 2017

Why we won’t adopt the 2014 Confab report – Presidency

The Senior Special Assistant to President Muhammadu Buhari, Garba Shehu on Channels Television’s programme on the event of Nigeria’s 57th Independence anniversary celebrations, has reiterated this administration’s resolve not to adopt the 2014 Confab report. Why? “It was not an inclusive conference. You very well recall that the leaders of our own party – whether ACN... Read More

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October 3, 2017

The YNaija Tracklist: 59 dead in Las Vegas shooting | Ekweremadu echoes 6-year term | More stories

From the papers, a tracklist. Activists threaten showdown at UK Embassy unless Nnamdi Kanu is extradited – YNaija Ekweremadu again echoes the need for a 6-year single term for President, Governors – YNaija The era of “settling” critics to keep quiet has ended – Garba Shehu – YNaija NERC to fine consumers N450,000 for bypassing their... Read More

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October 3, 2017

Ekweremadu again, echoes the need for a 6-year single term for President, Governors

The Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu has reiterated the need for a six-year single term for a President and the state governors, – Saying Nigeria needs to emulate Mexico. Highlights: Nigeria and Mexico have a lot to learn from each other since they have a lot in common in vast territories, presidential and federal systems. Ekweremadu... Read More

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October 3, 2017

Dangote group explains its involvement in road rehabilitation

Dangote Group yesterday explained its involvement in roads rehabilitation. It also debunked the allegation that the company will benefit from a 10-year tax holiday – considering it was constructing the 35 kilometres Apapa to Oworonshoki highway end of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. Highlights: Speaking to reporters, the Group Executive Director, Strategy, Portfolio Development and Capital Projects,... Read More

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October 3, 2017

The Big 5: Oby Ezekwesili calls Buhari’s Independence speech ‘divisive;’ EU releases €20m to Niger Delta; and other top stories

Good morning. Here are the top 5 stories you should be monitoring today: Former education minister Oby Ezekwesili has criticised President Muhammadu Buhari’s Independence day speech, calling it “divisive and uninspiring.” “So I read OUR President @MBuhari ‘s #NigeriaAt57 Speech and wondered how OUR Leader could be so DIVISIVE & UNINSPIRING on a DAY LIKE... Read More

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October 3, 2017

The era of “settling” critics to keep quiet has ended – Garba Shehu

The senior special assistant to the president on media and publicity, Garba Shehu has advised those who intentionally criticise meaningful government policies and programmes with the hope of being bribed to keep quiet. Excerpts: Reacting to the criticisms trailing President Muhammadu Buhari’s Independence Day speech, Garba said, “As for those critics who are used to being settled... Read More

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October 3, 2017

Bypass your metre and pay N450,000 fine | NERC tells electricity consumers

Electricity consumers who bypass their meters will be forced to pay up to N450,000 as fine, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has said. Highlights (report by Punch): Financial sanctions ranging from N50,000 to N450,000 for meter bypass by power consumers have been drafted by NERC and have been endorsed by the 11 electricity distribution... Read More

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October 2, 2017

Buhari’s Independence Day speech is divisive – Ezekwesili

Former minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili has said President Muhammadu Buhari’s Independence day speech was divisive. Buhari in his speech had expressed disappointment in the leaders of the South-East for not reigning in on IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu. In a series of tweets on Monday, Ezekwesili said the President should know that he belongs to... Read More

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October 2, 2017

Restructuring is not something to abuse each other about – Pat Utomi

Economist, Pat Utomi has said the discussion about restructuring is not one to kill for. He said this while speaking at The Platform, a programme organized by Covenant Christian Center in Lagos. He said the discussion is not a blame game or an opportunity to hurl abuse at one region or the other. “What we... Read More

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October 2, 2017

Arrest of our commissioners is a show of lawlessness – Ekiti govt

The Ekiti State government has described as unconstitutional, the arrest of two of its Commissioners by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Background: The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had arrested the Commissioner for Finance, Toyin Ojo; and the Accountant General of the State, Yemisi Owolabi. They were arrested over allegations bothering on misapplication... Read More

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October 2, 2017

The Late 5: Obasanjo to feature in Nollywood movie; Everything you need to know about the Las Vegas shooting; and other top stories

Good evening. Here are the top 5 stories that drove conversation today: President Muhammadu Buhari, on October 1, delivered his address to Nigerians on Independence day in a nationwide broadcast, as it is the tradition for every Nigerian president. However, his speech didn’t sit well with everyone as mixed reactions flooded in from social media.... Read More

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October 2, 2017

Donald Trump did not persecute Obama’s wife | Patience Jonathan tells Buhari

Former First Lady, Patience Jonathan has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to call the chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu to order. Mrs. Jonathan said this in a statement by her Chief Press Secretary, Belema Meshack-Hart on Monday. Background: The former First Lady has a number of cases in court, in which... Read More

October 2, 2017

Ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo features in first movie

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has featured in his first movie. Obasanjo featured in new episodes of ‘Dele Issues’ by Nollywood star, Samuel Ajibola, scheduled for release on the 14th of October 2017. Samuel Ajibola who is popularly known as Spiff in the sitcom ‘The Johnsons’ made the announcement on social networking site Instagram, he wrote; “I’ve had... Read More

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October 2, 2017

NJC sets up panels to probe 2 chief judges, judicial officers

The Nigeria Judicial Council (NJC) has set up 15 panels to probe some judicial officers. Soji Oye, spokesman of NJC, in a statement on Monday said two Chief judges and 15 judicial officers will be probed. He said the decision was taken after considering reports of two preliminary complaints assessment committees which looked into petitions .... Read More

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October 2, 2017

Don’t insult Buhari and his govt | Umahi tells PDP members

Ebonyi state governor, David Umahi has asked opposition politicians to constructively criticise the government rather than throw insults. Umahi spoke at a gala-night to celebrate 21 years of the creation of Ebonyi and the 57th Independence anniversary of Nigeria in Abakaliki on Sunday. What he said: Member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) should not insult the... Read More

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October 2, 2017

Atiku denies using bags of rice for 2019 campaign

A former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has disclaimed a company producing bags of rice with what seemed like campaign posters, used as brand designs. Although, the name of the company is yet unknown, the brand designs features the face of Atiku, with a campaign message. In a tweet by his media office on Monday, Atiku... Read More

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October 2, 2017

Former Kaduna governor, Muktar Muhammed dies at 93

Former military governor of Kaduna State, Muktar Muhammed has died at the age of 93. Muhammed died on Sunday in a London hospital following a protracted illness. Lawal Musa, a family source, said the remains of the deceased would be flown to Nigeria for burial. Muhammed served as the minister of housing, urban development and... Read More

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