The News Blog

September 5, 2017

Buhari was unaware of rail line leading through Daura – Amaechi

The Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi Monday, said President Muhammadu Buhari was not aware that the planned rail line was going to pass through his home town in Daura, Katsina. Mr Amaechi said President Buhari approved rail lines from Kano to Daura and Jibia local government areas of Katsina – but was initially unaware of the... Read More

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Osun

September 5, 2017

Gov Aregbesola’s education reforms leads to decline in enrollment in private schools

As a result of educational reforms in Osun, some school proprietors and proprietress lamented the sharp decline in the ‎enrollment into the private schools in the state, as reported by Vanguard. The report: Facts have emerged that the administration of Governor Rauf Aregbesola has also refocused the people’s attention and interest to quality, qualitative and functional... Read More

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September 5, 2017

Tuface, Annie Idibia arrive IDP camp for Benue flood victims in Makurdi

Nigerian musician, Innocent Idibia known as TuFace, has arrived at the internally displaced persons (IDP) camp in Makurdi, Benue. Tuface, a native of Benue State, arrived at 10:40 a.m. to provide relief materials to the thousands of families who are victims of the flood. TuFace arrived with his wife, Annie, and is expected to perform... Read More

Annie Idibia, benue, Benue flood, IDP camp Makurdi, Nigerian Air Force, Tuface

September 5, 2017

‘Argument over Biafra leads to the death of a Nigerian in India’

An argument, among Nigerians, over whether Biafra should be or not, led to the death of N. Chigozie, who was in India for studies, The Indian police in Bengaluru are already probing the death. The body of the Nigerian was found near the railway gate in Hennur, northeast Bengaluru on Monday. Chigozie, 33, a resident... Read More

biafra, Nigerians in Diaspora, Nigerians in India

September 5, 2017

Anthony Joshua confirms fight with Kubrat Pulev

Anthony Joshua has confirmed he will October 28, defend his IBF, WBA and IBO belts in a heavyweight title fight against the Bulgarian, Kubrat Pulev in Cardiff. He says he “can’t wait to get back in the ring” to defend his belts against Pulev – Having beat Klitscho in April at Wembley stadium. Joshua confirmed... Read More

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September 5, 2017

Just In: Suspected crude oil thieves sack Bayelsa police station

One Policeman killed, three others have been seriously injured as suspected crude oil thieves invade and sack a Police station in Bayelsa State, Leadership newspaper reports. Details later…

Bayelsa, Crude oil thieves, Nigerian Police Station

September 5, 2017

Nigeria officially out of recession – NBS report

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) said on Tuesday that Nigeria grew by 0.55 percent in GDP terms for Q2 2017. According to the Nigerian Gross Domestic Product report released by NBS on Monday, the economy recorded a positive growth after five consecutive quarters of contractions since Q1 2016. The 0.55% growth recorded is 2.04%... Read More

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September 5, 2017

223 people have been killed in Boko Haram attacks since April – Report

According to a statement on Tuesday by Amnesty International, at least 223 people have been killed in Boko Haram attacks in North-east Nigeria since April. Highlights: Most of the attacks occurred in Borno with many of them suicide attacks carried out by women and girls forced into the act. In Cameroon, at least 158 people... Read More

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September 5, 2017

The Big 5: Buhari 2019, Military Strike Force neutralises terrorists, and other stories

Good morning. Here are the top 5 stories you should monitor today: Troops of the Mobile Strike Force deployed to the Operation Lafiya Dole neutralised several Boko Haram insurgent on Monday, according to a statement by the Army. The Nigerian Army spokesperson, Brig.-Gen. Sani Usman, said in the statement, “Many terrorists escaped with gun wounds... Read More

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September 5, 2017

N’Delta militants ask President Buhari to resign, say they would stage a protest

The Coalition of Niger Delta agitators Monday, in a statement, asked President Muhammadu Buhari to resign as he is not living up to expectations. Signatories to the statement included: General Ekpo Ekpo (Niger Delta Volunteers; General Osarolor Nedam (Niger Delta Warriors); Major-Gen. Henry Okon Etete (Niger Delta Peoples Fighters); Major-Gen. Asukwo Henshaw (Bakassi Freedom Fighters);... Read More

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September 5, 2017

FIRS generates N2.11trn tax revenue in 7 months – Report

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), generated the sum of N2.11 trillion as revenue from January to July this year – through tax collection. This is contained in a progress report of the FIRS for the period under review obtained by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday, showing the revenue performance and impact of the new... Read More

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September 5, 2017

Medical council say resident doctors’ strike is illegal

The Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) has declared the ongoing strike by members of the National Association of Resident Doctor illegal. The MDCN warned that any doctor who participated in the industrial action might repeat his or her internship without remuneration, Punch reports. This was contained in a statement by the MDCN entitled,... Read More

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September 5, 2017

Aisha Buhari gives scholarship to children, says education is key to national development

The wife of Nigeria’s President, Aisha Buhari has given scholarship awards to 60 orphans in primary school in Daura. Buhari, who launched the scholarship scheme in Daura on Monday, said the scholarship would cover the six-year primary school education of the beneficiaries. She said the aim of the scheme was to promote education and increase... Read More

September 5, 2017

We are not part of it | Igbos in Southwest react to Nnamdi Kanu’s statement

The Igbo residing in all various parts of Yorubaland yesterday, disassociated themselves from the statement credited to the leader of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, who reportedly referred to Yorubas as fools. ‎Ndigbo, who said report was not true, and if indeed it was, the Southwest Ndigbo are not in support of it.... Read More

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September 5, 2017

Pro-Buhari rally for 2019 holds in Abakaliki

A rally took place on Monday by supporters of President Muhammadu Buhari’s – shutting down Abakaliki, causing heavy human and vehicular traffic in Afikpo and old Enugu roads, among others. The rally was joined by members of the Ebonyi State chapter of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The acting state Chairman of APC, Eze... Read More

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September 5, 2017

NLC, TUC decry attitude of FG over NPA $20m alleged bribery

The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and its counterpart, the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have frowned at the Federal Government’s attitude in handling international corruption cases where Nigerians have been indicted. They particularly referred to the treatment of the recent $20 million bribery scandal case involving some former top executive officers of the Nigerian Ports Authority... Read More

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September 4, 2017

I never had any confrontation with Bode George – Gbenga Daniel

A former governor of Ogun State, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, has denied the rumour making the rounds that there is disagreement between him and Chief Bode George bordering on the chairmanship of the Peoples Democratic Party. This is contained in a statement issued on Monday on his behalf by his media aide, Ayo Giwa, a copy... Read More

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September 4, 2017

Troops neutralise Boko Haram terrorists in Borno

Troops of the Mobile Strike Force deployed to the Operation Lafiya Dole, on Monday neutralised Boko Haram insurgents. Director, Army Public Relations, Brig.-Gen. Sani Usman, in a statement said the operation was successful. He said, “Many terrorists escaped with gun wounds in a successful ambush at Firgi-Banki junction road in Borno’’. Usman said that items... Read More

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September 4, 2017

BREAKING: Super Eagles play 1-1 draw against Cameroon in Yaoundé

Super Eagles of Nigeria on Monday played a 1-1 draw against Cameroon in Yaoundé. Belgium-based Moses Simon put Nigeria ahead in the 30th minute after an Odion Ighalo’s shot was cleared. Cameroon later equalised via a penalty kick, after goalkeeper Ikechukwu Ezenwa challenged Djoum Arnaud. The Super Eagles had earlier defeated the indomitable Lions of Cameroon 4-0... Read More

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September 4, 2017

The Late 5: Nnamdi Kanu not going on exile, Wizkid cancels tour, and other stories

Good evening. These are the top 5 stories that drove conversation today: Boko Haram terrorist Shuaibu Moni – who was swapped for some Chibok girls – has said in a newly released video that “with or without Shekau Boko Haram will remain,” in response to the 40-day ultimatum earlier issued by Chief of Army staff, Lieutenant... Read More

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September 4, 2017

I returned to make livelihood of Nigerians better – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari has said he returned from London to make livelihood for Nigerians better. Buhari said this on Monday while receiving associations of farmers, businessmen, youths, elders and politicians from Katsina at his country home, Daura. Senior Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu disclosed this in a statement. According to the statement,... Read More

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September 4, 2017

Resolve security issues or get banned | US tells Nigerian airlines

The United States Federal Aviation administration has said it would ban Nigerian airlines if they reuse to resolve specified security issues within 65 days. The ultimatum was given on August 24, after US FAA officials carried out an audit for the renewal of Nigeria’s category one safety status. The audit looks at areas such as... Read More

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September 4, 2017

IGP orders arrest of Catholic priest killers

Inspector-General of Police, Ibrahim Idris has ordered the Imo state Commissioner of police, Chris Ezike, to arrest the killers of Rev Fr Cyriacus Onunkwo of the Orlu Catholic diocese. Onunkwo was kidnapped and killed on Friday at Amaifeke in Orlu town. His corpse was later found at Omumma, in the Oru East Local Government Area... Read More

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September 4, 2017

I don’t want to live up to 120 years – Adeboye

General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, on Monday said he does not want to live up to 120 years on earth. Adeboye said this while addressing a large congregation in Minna, Niger state at the birthday service held at the Justice Idris Legbo Kutigi International Conference Centre in... Read More

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September 4, 2017

I did not write any article about Biafra – Chimamanda Adichie

Literary giant, Chimamanda Adichie has distanced herself from pro-Biafran articles credited to her name. The headline of one of such write-ups read, ‘Enough of this Political Correctness, I am a Biafran and Nothing Else- Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’ In a Facebook post on Monday, Adichie said she never made any statement or wrote articles about Biafra.... Read More

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September 4, 2017

Just In: Fresh Presidential election to hold in Kenya on October 17

Kenyan election commission has announced that a fresh Presidential election will be held on October 17. This comes after the country’s Supreme Court overturned the result of last month’s poll won by President Uhuru Kenyatta. Wafula Chebukati, chairperson of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) in a statement on Monday said, “A fresh presidential... Read More

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September 4, 2017

Shekau’s death won’t stop us | Boko Haram tells Army in new video

Terrorist group, Boko Haram has said despite a 40-day ultimatum issued to capture its leader, Abubakar Shekau, its insurgents are celebrating in Sambisa Forest. One of its commanders, Shuaibu Moni who was swapped for some Chibok girls in a recent video said they peacefully celebrated sallah in the forest. “We have observed the eid-el-Kabir prayers... Read More

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September 4, 2017

Wizkid suspends tour over health issues

Wizkid has suspended his tour to recover from health issues for the second time in two years. The singer on Monday on witter said he need to “get his health up”, while apologising to his fans. He stated that he would be spending time with his family and sons while recovering. “Sad I’m typing this... Read More

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September 4, 2017

Nnamdi Kanu not going on exile over rearrest threats – IPOB

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has denied reports that its leader, Nnamdi Kanu was hiding to prevent being re-arrested. There had been calls for the Federal Government to re-arrest Kanu for flouting his bail conditions. In a statement by its spokesperson, Emma Powerful, IPOB described the report as “lies” fabricated by the “enemies”. “This... Read More

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September 4, 2017

Just In: UN security council begins emergency meeting on N’Korea’s nuclear test

The United Nations Security Council has started its emergency meeting to determine sanctions for North Korea over its latest nuclear. North Korea had launched sixth and most powerful nuclear test on Sunday. This had led to calls for new sanctions against Pyongyang. The United States, Britain, France, Japan and South Korea requested the urgent meeting after... Read More

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