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‘We’ll pay salaries when the second Paris Club fund is released’ – Governors

‎Nigerian governors say they will only pay salary arrears allowances as soon as the second cut of funds from the Paris Club loan refund is released. The refund is as a result of over-deductions from statutory financial allocations to the 36 states between 1995 and 2005 for debt servicing. There were allegations some months ago... Read More

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Grammar gods! This is a letter from a local government handling primary education

A letter has emerged online of a letter from a Local Government and the errors are a reflection of the rot in the educational system in Nigeria. For the older ones who are through with Primary and Secondary education, you won’t want to forget that the topic, ‘Letter Writing’ came at various times before and even... Read More

Toro Local government

Court releases 58-year-old businesswoman who attempted suicide

The Magistrate court in Ebute-Metta has on Thursday, released a 58-year-old textile dealer, Taiwo Momoh, after she was arraigned for offences bordering on attempted suicide. After the court announced that her case had been dismissed as recommended by the Directorate of Public Prosecutions, Momoh stepped out of the dock, knelt down and started giving praises... Read More

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Senate advocate return of toll gate on federal roads

The Nigerian Senate is proposing the return of tolls on federal roads and the setting aside of 0.5 percent of fares paid by commercial bus/taxi passengers for interstate trips to generate funds for the rehabilitation and maintenance of roads in the country. Also, a proposal of N5 will be imposed on every litre of petrol... Read More

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Kemi Omololu-Olunloyo accuses court of imprisonment, despite meeting bail conditions

Nigerian journalist, Kemi Omololu-Olunloyo, has accused the Chief Registrar of the Federal High Court, Port Harcourt, of keeping her behind bars, despite having allegedly met her bail conditions. Omololu-Olunloyo spoke from inside the Port-Harcourt prison, where she has been kept in custody since mid-March for alleged criminal defamation against a Port Harcourt based pastor, David... Read More

David Ibiyeomie, Kemi Omololu-Olunloyo

5 suspects arrested as police foil attempted bank robberies

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP’s) Intelligence Response Team (IRT) announced the arrest of five suspected armed robbers who planned to attack some banks in Lagos. The IRT Commander, ACP Abba Kyari, disclosed this on Friday in Lagos. The commander said that the suspects were arrested at Ikorodu and Ajah areas of Lagos State, as they were... Read More

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“Be very careful”, Wyclef Jean warns celebs about Donald Trump’s administration

In order not to end up like Kathy Griffin, Wyclef Jean advises celebrities not to delve into issues they don’t understand, especially as people misinterpret statements a lot. “If you’re the celebrity that’s speaking based on emotion, you don’t know what policy you’re talking about, they’re going to take that sound bite and make a... Read More

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Badoo boys wipe out family, take out pregnant woman’s foetus

Badoo Boys attacked again in Ikorodu, Lagos, killing a man, his pregnant wife and two children. One of the children, suspected to have been raped, was still lying unconscious in the hospital at 6 pm, on Thursday. Vanguard reports that four members of the stormed Israel Olusanya’s home at Itamaga, Radio Area of Erunwen at... Read More

Badoo gang, Ikorodu, police

President Buhari

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

These are the top five stories you should be monitoring today. 1. Obama attacks Donald Trump for his Paris deal decision Former US president, Barrack Obama has condemned Donald Trump’s decision on the Paris Accord. 2. Reps reject bill to create south east commission The House of Representatives has, through a voice vote, rejected the... Read More

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Ahmed Musa, Iheanacho lead Nigeria to a 3-goal victory against Togo

In the spirit of friendliness, the Super Eagles of Nigeria defeated the Hawks of Togo 3-0. Most likely, the eyes of the ‘Eagle’ saw the net more clearly, as goals from Ahmed Musa (3′, 18′) and Kelechi Iheanacho (28′) secured the victory for Nigeria.

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President Buhari

Why Buhari chose UK hospitals – Lai Mohammed

The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, has explained why Nigeria’s president, Muhammadu Buhari, had to use the services of UK hospitals in place of hospitals in Nigeria. Speaking on Thursday during a live radio programme, ‘Morning Crossfire’ on Nigeria Info 95.1FM, Mohammed said, “my answer is very simple. Mr President is our father,... Read More

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Obama Trump

The YNaija Tracklist: Reps reject bill to create south east commission | Obama attacks Donald Trump over his Paris deal decision | More stories

From the papers, a tracklist. Reps reject bill to create south-east commission – YNaija Air Passenger traffic drops by 31.3% – NBS – YNaija Dino Melaye sues Kogi governor over LG election – YNaija Obama attacks Donald Trump for his Paris deal decision – YNaija “They ganged up to kill the bill”, Onyema speaks on... Read More

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Air passenger traffic drops by 31.3% – NBS

The Air Transportation Data Q1 2017 released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) yesterday, reveals that the total number of passengers who passed through Nigerian airports in the first quarter of 2017 was 2,505,612 representing a 31.3% drop. The report indicated that passengers numbers and aircraft movement declined, indicating a 34.5 percent drop when... Read More

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“They ganged up to kill the bill”, Reps member, Onyema speaks on south east commission

The Deputy Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Chukwuka Onyema, has said that there was a gang up to kill the bill seeking to create the South-East Development Commission. The House rejected the bill after Speaker Dogara put it to a voice vote. Onyema, who sponsored the bill, stormed out of the chamber, alongside... Read More

Chukwuka Onyema, South-East Development Commission

One dead, houses destroyed as violence rocks Okorocha’s hometown

One person has been confirmed dead, houses burnt and more than 19 persons arrested, as crisis rocked the Imo State Governor’s country home, Ogboko. Confirming the incident in a telephone conversation with Vanguard yesterday, the state’s Commissioner of Police, Chris Ezike, said, “One person died and three houses, including the community’s town hall, were burnt. It... Read More

34 bodies found at Manila casino attack suffocated, not shot

Thirty-four bodies have been found in Resorts World Manila, reported to have been attacked by a lone gunman. The victims, CNN reports did not appear to have gunshot wounds, but there were indications that they suffocated. Bureau of Fire Protection, Southern Police District Director, Tomas Apolinario said, “Most of the victims were women who were... Read More

Phillipines, Resorts Manila attack

Dino Melaye sues Kogi governor over LG election

Senator Dino Melaye (Kogi West senatorial district) on Thursday sued the Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, the State House of Assembly and others for not conducting local government election. The other defendants in the suit include the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, the Kogi State Local Government Service Commission and the State Independent... Read More

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Reps reject bill seeking to create South-East commission

After a rowdy session due to the absence of the sponsor of the bill, the House of Representatives has rejected a bill that seeks to create a South East Development Commission. The house rejected the bill after it was put to a voice vote by Yakubu Dogara, the speaker. TheCable reports that some of the... Read More

nddc, South-East Development Commission

Reps summon Kemi Adeosun, others, over procurement of N17bn office equipment

The House of Representatives Committee on Public Procurement on Thursday, summoned the Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun, over alleged payment of N17 billion for procurement of office equipment. The committee also summoned the Auditor-General of the Federation (AGF), Ahmed Idris, and former Accountant-General of the Federation, Jonah Otunla, over the transaction, and are to appear... Read More

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

These are the top five stories that drove conversations today. 1. 10 injured as resident doctors, security officers clash in LUTH It was reported that 10 resident doctors were injured in a clash with security officers as they attempted to gain entrance into theri secretariat. 2. ‘Rearrest Kanu now’, South East group urges FG Members... Read More

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Former FBI Director James Comey to testify before Senate committee next Thursday

Senate committee leaders announced Thursday, that former FBI Director James Comey will testify before the Senate Intelligence Committee next weekThursday, June 8, concerning Russian interference in the U.S. election. After an open session in the morning, the committee will then be further briefed by Comey behind closed doors.

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Explosions, gunfire reported at Resort World Manila in Phillipines

There are reports of gunfire and explosions at the Resorts World Manila in the Philippines. A masked gunman stood on the second floor of one hotel, shooting at guests, hotel employees fleeing the scene told CNN Details later.

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Stop having evil intentions against Buhari – Bode George

A chieftain of the PDP, Bode George, on Thursday, has faulted the call by politicians for President Buhari to resign due to his ill-health. He said this while speaking with journalists in Lagos, in Lagos. George said it is inhumane of anyone to ask the president to resign on health grounds. He said, “You see,... Read More

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Gunmen in a public shootout in Lagos Island (WATCH)

A video has emerged of a public shootout that took place in Lagos Island today. The Twitter user, @chxta, who posted the video did not, however, give details of the incident. He only wrote, “Lagos Island. This morning. 2019 elections are gonna be lit…” Lagos Island. This morning. 2019 elections are gonna be lit… pic.twitter.com/hAXc6qCFjX... Read More

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IPOB

‘Biafra is a delusionary struggle’, South-South group says

The South-South Progressive Coalition has on Thursday, distanced itself from the rebirth of the Biafra Republic as they issue warning to IPOB and MASSOB to stop their fraudulent activities. This is coming less than 24-hours after the Idoma National Forum led itself away from the struggle, Daily Post reports. The SSPC called instead for a... Read More

IPOB, MASSOB, South-south

House of Reps in raucous session as South-East protest postponement of bill

The House of Representatives went into a rowdy session on Thursday as members from the South-East protested the motion to postpone a bill seeking to establish the South-East Development Commission. The bill was stepped down because of the absence of the lead sponsor, Chukwuka Wilfred. The bill was called for reading the second time, but Wilfred... Read More

House of Representatives, South-East Development Commission

Osinbajo visits Calabar (PHOTOS)

It was reported that Acting President, Yemi Osinbajo, was to visit Calabar to commission some projects undertaken by the state government. Taking to Twitter, Osinbajo posted pictures of a warm welcome he has received. More pictures as they come in.

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‘Recreated’ Nokia 3310 now available in Nigeria

The General Manager, HMD Global, Joseph Umunakwe, has said that the new Nokia 3310 is now available in Nigeria. Umunakwe said in a statement on Thursday. He said, “we are delighted to bring the Nokia 3310 phone to our customers in Nigeria. “The Nokia 3310 has been available in Nigeria from May 29, 2017.” The... Read More

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Court strikes out treason charges against alleged Independence Day bomber, Charles Okah

A Federal High Court in Abuja has struck out one of the charges brought against Charles Okah, the alleged architect of the 2010 Independence Day bombing. Justice Gabriel Kolawole said the charges were dismissed because the evidence against him was insufficient to prove the case of treason. Kolawole said the evidence failed to prove that Jonathan... Read More

charles okah, Independence day bombing, treason

FG introduces 9 regulations to limit tobacco use (SEE LIST)

Nigeria’s Health Minister, Isaac Adewole, has announced nine regulations in the Nigeria Tobacco Control Act to be implemented by the federal government. The National Tobacco Control Act was signed into law in 2015 by former President Goodluck Jonathan. The theme for this year’s event, ‘Tobacco: A Threat to Development,’ aims at highlighting the link between... Read More

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