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It’s time for the Army to intensify onslaught against insurgents – Buratai
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai has urged the army to intensify attacks against Boko Haram fighters in the North Eastern part of the country. Buratai said this…
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Cristiano Ronaldo extends Madrid contract, to reportedly earn $710,000 weekly
Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo has signed a contract extension with the Spanish giants. The signing was done in the Madrid Board Room of the Santiago Bernabéu as he was…
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How Saraki lied about purchase of land – Witness
A detective with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Michael Wetkas on Monday revealed how Senate President Bukola Saraki lied on how he purchased a property in Ikoyi, Lagos.…
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NNPC wrong to increase fuel price – Kachikwu
Minister of State for Petroleum, Dr. Ibe Kachikwu has said the recent increase in price of petrol in Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) filling stations was surprising. The minister said…
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Rumours over Kogi governor’s health false – Aide
There has been speculations over the whereabouts of Kogi governor Yahaya Bello, The Punch reports. Bello has been absent from public functions in the state leaving the Deputy Governor, Simon Achuba, with the…
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Slain Lt.-Col Abu-Ali, soldiers set for national burial on Monday
The slain Lieutenant Colonel, Muhammad Abu Ali who was killed on Friday night by Boko Haram terrorists will receive a national burial on Monday, according to the Nigerian Army. Abu…
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Gunmen kidnap Akwa Ibom politician, wife
Gunmen have kidnapped a prominent politician, Obong Amaete Akpan Ntuk in Akwa Ibom, The Vanguard reports. Ntuk was reportedly kidnapped on Saturday evening with his wife on his way from the Ibom…
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UNIOSUN fires lecturer involved in sex video
The Governing Council of the University of Osun (UNIOSUN) has terminated the appointment of one of its lecturers who was caught in a sex video with one of his students, The Punch reports.…
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The YNaija Tracklist: Rice revolution has started – Emefiele | Gunmen kill policeman in Delta
From the papers this morning - a Tracklist. Ikhana re-appointed Kano Pillars coach - YNaija Here is the full list of winners from #AFRIMA2016 - YNaija Gunmen kill policeman in…
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T.B Joshua predicts Hillary Clinton as next U.S president
Popular televangelist, Prophet Temitope Babatunde Joshua says the next president of the United States of America will be a woman. Joshua made the prediction on Sunday via his official Facebook page,…
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Gunmen kill policeman in Delta
A policeman was killed along the Agbarha-Otor-Ughelli Road in the Ughelli North Local Government Area in Delta when their patrol van was ambushed by gunmen, The Punch reports. The incident which occurred…
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Here is the full list of winners from #AFRIMA2016
The All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) ended a few minutes ago. The award which was hosted by Ahmed Soultan; Bonang Matheba and Ika Jang held at the Eko Hotel and…
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Ikhana re-appointed Kano Pillars coach
Kadiri Ikhana has be appointed coach of Nigeria Professional Football League side Kano Pillars on a one-year-deal. Ikhana replaces Mohammed Babaganaru, who left the club at the end of the Premier…
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Another one! Wizkid scoops Best Worldwide Act Award at #MTVEMA
After winning the Best African Act Award at the MTV Europe Music Awards, Nigerian artiste Wizkid has been named winner of the Best Worldwide Act Award. Wizkid was announced winner…
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Buhari mourns Lt.-Col Abu Ali, directs Chief of Staff to attend funeral
President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed shock over the death of Lieutenant Colonel Muhammad Abu Ali in the hands of Boko Haram terrorists. Writing in his official Twitter page, Buhari appreciated…
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200,000 unemployed graduates to start work in 2 weeks – Osinbajo
Vice President Professor Yemi Osinbajo says 200,000 unemployed graduates selected from the government's N-Power volunteer scheme will start work in two weeks time. Osinbajo made this disclosure over the weekend…
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AFRIMA: First photos from the red carpet
The All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) is currently holding at the Eko hotels and suites Victoria Island, Lagos. The award is set to showcase the best of African music to…
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Wizkid does it again, wins Best African Act at MTV Europe Music Awards
Nigerian artiste Wizkid has been named the Best African Act at the MTV Europe Music Awards. The announcement was done via the MTV Base Africa twitter page ahead of the…
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Rivers re-run: Arrest of APC chieftain proves rigging plot – PDP
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) of colluding with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to rig the forthcoming re-run election in Rivers. In…
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Ebonyi gov. orders release of woman jailed for stealing cocoyam worth N400
Governor of Ebonyi Dave Umahi has ordered the immediate release of a woman accused of stealing N400 worth of cocoyam, Premium Times reports. The Committee for Defence of Human Rights (CDHR) Ebonyi…
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FC Ifeanyi Ubah wins Federation Cup
FC Ifeanyi Ubah on Sunday won the Nigeria Federation Cup. Ifeanyi Ubah emerged victorious beating Nasarawa United 5-4 on penalties. The game which ended goalless during regulation time was decided by the…
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Jibrin wins anti-corruption award in London (PHOTOS)
Embattled member of the House of Representatives, Abdulmumin Jibrin, has been honoured by a top London-based newspaper, African Voice, with the African Voice Leadership in Legislative Governance Awards 2016 for his…
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Before his death, slain Lt.-Col. Abu was preparing for Sambisa operation
Slain Lieutenant Colonel, Muhammad Abu-Ali was set to be withdrawn from his duties at Mallam Fatori, northern Borno before he was killed by Boko Haram terrorists on Friday night, The Cable reports.…
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EPL: Liverpool go top, beat Watford 6-1
Liverpool Football Club showed their title challenging credentials as they were absolutely outstanding against opponents Watford. The Reds attack proved unbearable for The Hornets as Jurgen Klopp's front Sadio Mane, Philippe…
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Defence minister mourns slain officer Lt.-Col Dan-Ali
The Defence Minister Mansur Muhammad Dan-Ali has described the death of Lt. Col. M Abu-Ali as a tragic and unfortunate development in the theatre of operations. This is contained in…
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Pastor arrested for allegedly impregnating 15-year-old girl
Founder of El-Bethel Parish of Celestial Church of Christ, Itaaka Abeokuta, Dr. Michael Adeniran, has been arrested by the Ogun Police Command for allegedly impregnating a 15-year-old girl, The Punch reports. The…
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There’s no evidence backing the call for Amaechi, Onu’s suspension – APC
The Rivers state chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) says the call by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) that President Muhammadu Buhari should suspend two ministers accused of corruption…
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Sexual abuse: Borno Police deploy 100 female officers to IDP camps
The Borno Police Command on Saturday said it had deployed 100 of its female personnel to IDP camps in the state following reports of sexual abuse. The Human Rights Watch had…
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Nigerian youth must struggle for power if they want it – Melaye
The Senator representing Kogi-West senatorial district, Dino Melaye says if youth of the country want to be reckoned with politically, they should stop waiting for power to be given to them. Melaye…
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Army kills 5 terrorists, rescue 85 persons
The Nigerian Army has killed 5 Boko Haram terrorists in its latest clear out operation. The operation which was led by the General Officer Commander of the 7 Division Nigerian…
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