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December 9, 2017

Gbenga Daniel withdraws from PDP Chairmanship race

A contender for the PDP national chairmanship position, Gbenga Daniel, has stepped down from the race. Daniel is the third candidate to quit after Bode George and Jimi Agbaje. Read Daniel’s letter to the party on Saturday: The Chairman, Peoples Democratic Party Convention Planning Committee, Abuja. 9th Dec 2017 Re; Withdrawal from The Chairmanship Contest:... Read More

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December 9, 2017

Like Bode George, Jimi Agbaje withdraws from PDP Chairmanship race

One of candidates for People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Chairmanship, Jimi Agbaje, has withdrawn from the race. In a letter on published on Twitter, Mr Agbaje said he withdrew considering there were too many candidates from the Southwest who were in the race. On Friday, Mr Agbaje and others were screened in for race but, Bode... Read More

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Endsars

December 9, 2017

The #EndSARS campaign, Kiss Daniel’s legal battle with his former label and, other stories that got people talking this week

These are the top ten stories that drove conversation this week. A number of Nigerians stranded in Libya have recounted their stories of the suffering they have had to endure until they returned to Nigeria. The most disturbing revelation is that Nigerians are the ones behind the sale of their fellow Nigerians into slavery. Although,... Read More

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December 9, 2017

Zidane agrees with Cristiano Ronaldo that he is the best player in football history

Real Madrid coach, Zinedine Zidane says he agrees with five-time Ballon d’Or winner, Cristiano Ronaldo that he is the best player in football history. Background: Speaking at the gala ceremony in Paris on Thursday, the Portugal captain claimed that he now felt he was the greatest footballer ever. Zidane told a news conference that he agreed... Read More

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December 9, 2017

“It is true I struggled but I have never been a prisoner” – Small Doctor

Nigerian singer, Michael Owusu Addo, known as Small Doctor has said he actually struggled before he got to where he is now but, he has never been to prison as an inmate. He said this in an interview with Punch, adding that he only went there at the request of a colleague, Lamboginny to put smiles on... Read More

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Endsars

December 9, 2017

#EndSARS: Police react to planned nationwide protest

The Nigerian Police Force has said they would not disrupt the planned nationwide protest by Nigerians as citizens have fundamental rights to expression and association. “We respect the rights of all citizens to a peaceful gathering, expression, opinion and association,” force spokesperson, Jimoh Moshood, said, according to Premium Times. The protest is scheduled for Monday,... Read More

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December 9, 2017

Atiku gets Babangida’s ‘backing’ for 2019

A former Head of State, Ibrahim Babangida, on Friday reportedly declared his support for a Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, for a presidential run in 2019. Atiku had visited Babangida but, the meeting held behind closed doors. Babangida, Nigeria’s leader from 1985-1993, said media reports that he advised Atiku not to run for election during a... Read More

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December 9, 2017

INEC announces date for 2019 Presidential election

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the timetable for the Presidential election. Going by the dictates of the schedule, the 2019 presidential election is only 423 days away – the election will take place on February 16, 2019. Also scheduled for the same day is the election into the Senate and the House... Read More

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December 9, 2017

How I rejected offer to free me out of prison in commando style – Obasanjo

A former President, Olusegun Obasanjo said his friends once brought up the idea of storming the Yola Prisons with commandoes in order to liberate him from Sani Abacha’s incarceration but, he rejected it. “I said no, if you do that, I will not leave the prison,” he said at an event in Abuja to commemorate... Read More

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Goodluck

December 8, 2017

“I’ve no preferred candidate” | Jonathan speaks on PDP Convention

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has said that he remained neutral, concerning the candidates for the various positions in Saturday’s national convention of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). In a goodwill message signed on his behalf by his media aide, Ikechukwu Eze, Mr Jonathan expressed the optimism that the convention would produce positive outcomes which would,... Read More

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December 8, 2017

Bode George withdraws from PDP Chairmanship race

A member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Board of Trustees, Chief Bode George, has withdrawn from the PDP Chairmanship run. George made this announcement at a conference in Abuja, raising concerns about the fallout of the outcome of the convention. Bode George, Uche Secondus, Raymond Dokpesi and six others were cleared for the campaign at... Read More

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December 8, 2017

SEC DG, Gwarzo tried to use blackmail to avoid suspension – Adeosun

The Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun says suspended Director General of the Securities Exchange Commission (SEC), Mounir Gwarzo tried to use blackmail to stop disciplinary action against him. Background: Adeosun suspended Gwarzo on November 29 and set up an administrative panel to probe allegations of corruption levelled against him. A statement through Adeosun’s spokesman stated... Read More

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December 8, 2017

How General Yar’Adua inspired me – Atiku

Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar says he was inspired by the courage of conviction of the late General Shehu Musa Yar’Adua. Atiku said this on Friday in a tribute marking the 20th memorial anniversary of the late General and politician, describing him as “democracy martyr”. Highlights: Atiku spoke on how late General Yar’Adua inspired him with... Read More

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December 8, 2017

Many feared dead after illegal refinery explodes in Rivers

Scores have been left dead on Thursday, after an illegal refinery known as “Kpofire” exploded, along Kolo Creek in Okaki, a boundary community between Rivers and Bayelsa. Aaccording to SaharaReporters, the incident, which occurred in the early hours, was on account of combustion from the equipment being used by illegal refiners – the equipment is substandard... Read More

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December 8, 2017

FG promises to complete abandoned water projects

The Federal Ministry of Water Resources on Friday said it will not embark on any new project until all the abandoned projects in the ministry are completed. The Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Dr. Musa Ibrahim, who made the pledge at a day retreat for liaison officers of the River Basin Authority and water correspondents... Read More

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December 8, 2017

“You’re right, Nigerian youth have been taken for granted” | Atiku replies I Go Dye

A former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar has replied Nigerian comedian, Francis Agoda, popularly known as I Go Dye, who took to Instagram to attack the likely Presidental candidate for the 2019 elections. I Go Dye wrote, a few days days ago: Don’t use sentimental empathy on the youth to express your political ambitions. Sir, you... Read More

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December 8, 2017

NPA writes AGF over its dispute with Intels, seeks clearance to restore contract

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has said that its disagreement with Intels Nigeria Limited over the Treasury Single Account (TSA) of the Federal Government is now resolved. Background: NPA and Intels have been engaged in a dispute over revenue sharing structure and payment procedure. Eventually, Intels apologised, stating its readiness to comply with TSA. As... Read More

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December 8, 2017

NERC rolls out strict penalties for electricity theft

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), has reviewed penalties for electricity customers involved in unauthorised access to electricity supply by tampering and meter bypass by electricity. The review according to the Commission was undertaken following several complaints it received complaints from the Distribution Companies (DISCOs). According to the circular entitled, “Order on unauthorised access, meter... Read More

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December 8, 2017

VAIDS rakes in N17bn – FIRS

No less than N17 billion has been recovered in taxes from those who have voluntarily declared their tax liabilities, through the Voluntary Assets and Income Declaration Scheme (VAIDS), the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) said. FIRS Executive Chairman Tunde Fowler said the N17 billion came from about 500 firms; N6 billion is expected from Nigerians who... Read More

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December 8, 2017

‘403 soldiers to retire from the armed forces next week’

Austine Jekenu, an air vice marshal, commandant, Nigerian Armed Forces Resettlement Centre (NAFRC), has said about 403 military personnel would retire from the armed forces next week. He told journalists on Thursday in Lagos that the retiring soldiers were drawn from the Army, the air force and the navy. “A total of 403 servicemen comprising... Read More

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December 8, 2017

FG to confiscate, sell 2000 properties in FCT

The Federal Government has said it will seize 2,000 properties in the Federal Capital Territory belonging to some firms, who failed to disclose their assets under the Voluntary Assets and Income Declaration Scheme. Chairman of Federal Inland Revenue Service, Babatunde Fowler said the FIRS planned to secure court orders to sell them off. He spoke at a media... Read More

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December 8, 2017

PENGASSAN threatens strike as fuel scarcity continues

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has issued a 7-day ultimatum to the Federal Government over policies against labour by some oil companies. Background: PENGASSAN, in October, had issued a warning after a national executive council (NEC) meeting, over the sack of some oil workers who were members of the... Read More

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Fuel

December 8, 2017

Why there’s fuel scarcity across the country – Kachikwu

Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Ibe Kachikwu has said the major cause of fuel scarcity nationwide is the shortfall in supply of petroleum products. Kachikwu made this known at a news conference in Abuja on Thursday. He, however, said the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) was making efforts to ensure that queues at filling stations disappear... Read More

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December 8, 2017

We recommended your sack | NJC rejects Justice Ademola’s resignation

The National Judicial Council (NJC) has rejected the resignation letter of Federal High Court judge, Adeniyi Ademola. Why it matters: Ademola, who was supposed to retire next year had submitted his resignation letter dated December 6. The judge was one of those whose houses were raided by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) in... Read More

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December 7, 2017

Kano APC say they would sue President Buhari if he refuses to seek re-election

Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano have said they would sue President Muhammadu Buhari if he fails to seek re-election in 2019. Speaking at a meeting which took place at the Kano government house on Thursday, Abdullahi Abbas, the state chairman, and members of the executive committee of the party in Kano... Read More

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December 7, 2017

Cristiano Ronaldo wins his fifth Ballon d’Or

Cristiano Ronaldo has won the Ballon d’Or 2017 award, beating the likes of Lionel Messi and Neymar to lift one of the biggest individual prizes in world football – for the fifth time. The Real Madrid star was awarded the prestigious trophy in a ceremony in Paris on Thursday night, coming top of France Football’s 30-man shortlist. Ronaldo led Real to... Read More

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December 7, 2017

Governor Yahaya Bello opens his ultra-modern mansion in Okene

The governor of Kogi, Yahaya Bello has completed his mansion on Mahmoud Atta street, GRA Okene. According to TheCable, those present at the ceremony include the Ohinoyi of Ebira land, Abdul Rahman Ado Ibrahim and others. Reference: Residents of the area had made some complaints when the construction was going on. Photos below (credit: TheCable)

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December 7, 2017

The Late 5: UTME registration begins, Police confirm bomb threat and, other stories

These are the top five stories that drove conversation today. As the convention for PDP draws close, some of the members have claimed that ‘elements’ in Buhari’s government intend to disrupt the program. President Muhammadu Buhari has said Nigeria is his problem. He said, “I will continue to do my best. Nigeria is my target and I... Read More

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December 7, 2017

All looted property will be sold to the public – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari has promised that all recovered property from looters would be sold and the proceeds remitted to the Federal Government coffers. President Buhari who spoke in Kano on Thursday during an interactive session with community leaders and stakeholders in the state held in Coronation Hall, Kano Government House, also reaffirmed his determination to... Read More

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December 7, 2017

JAMB begins 2018 UTME registration

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) said it has begun registration for the 2018 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinations (UTME) registration. JAMB said the registration would take place in over 700 computer-based test (CBT) centres in 36 states, including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. This was disclosed by the Head of Media, Dr Drian... Read More

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