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September 23, 2015

How Nigerian girls are turned to sex workers in Dubai

5 shady women have confessed to dealing in the trafficking of girls for sex, in Dubai. The women- Blessing Gabriel, 25; Precious Ejiro-Owoh, 29; Rose Gabriel, 25; Priscilla Bassey, 33; and Terry Smooth, 38- were arrested by the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons on September 8, 2015, While being paraded, they... Read More

September 23, 2015

Dangote to build houses, pay wages of 15 professors for 4 years

Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, will pay the salaries of 15 science professors to teach at Kano University of Science and Technology for four years. Dangote, who is the Chancellor of the institution, has also promised to build houses for the professors. Leadership reports that the Vice Chancellor of the institution, Professor Shehu Musa, revealed, while... Read More

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September 23, 2015

Lamido and sons were in court yesterday

Former governor of Jigawa state, Sule Lamido and his two sons, Aminu and Mustapha, appeared before the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Tuesday. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, re-arraigned the trio over a 28-count charge of corruption, money laundering, and illegal diversion of public funds to the tune of N1.35 billion. Lamido and his... Read More

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September 23, 2015

OPC founder, Fasehun says Falae’s kidnap is a ‘political issue’

Founder of the Oodua People’s Congress, Dr. Fredrick Fasehun, believes that the kidnap of a former presidential aspirant, Olu Falae- is politically motivated. Fasehun, has also ordered OPC members to find Falae, who was abducted in his farm, in Akure, on Monday. The OPC leader said that he had a special connection with Falae, owing to... Read More

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September 23, 2015

Tinubu reportedly alienates APC Senator for fraternizing with Saraki

Senator Tayo Alasoadura, may have become person non grata in the All Progressives Congress, owing to his romance with embattled Senate President, Bukola Saraki. It’s been reported that the National Leader of the APC, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, barred Senator Alasoadura, from attending South-West caucus meetings. The Senator was said to have been alienated for being disloyal and... Read More

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September 23, 2015

Bird flu returns to Lagos

There has been a resurgence of bird flu in Lagos state, as an estimated 60,000 birds reportedly affected. Olugbenga Ogunsetan, the Executive Secretary of the Poultry Association of Nigeria, Lagos State chapter, revealed on Tuesday, that most of the poultry farms affected by the avian influenza are in Ikorodu. “Over 60,000 birds were lost in August after the... Read More

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September 23, 2015

Olu Falae’s family raises N2m, after kidnappers reduce ransom to N90m

The abductors of a former Minister of Finance, Chief Olu Falae, have reduced the ransom demanded for his release from N100m to N90m. Punch, however, reports that the family has only been able to raise N2m, which the kidnappers reportedly rejected. The report states that the abductors called the family on Monday and asked them to raise... Read More

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September 23, 2015

‘An Awolowo will become President of Nigeria’

The new matriarch of the Awolowo clan has predicted that someone from the family, would eventually lead Nigeria someday. The eldest daughter of the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo- Rev. Omotola Oyediran, said on Tuesday, that a descendant of the late Yoruba leader, would become President. She revealed that she used to pray about it but stopped at some point,... Read More

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September 22, 2015

Violence, irregularities leads to cancellation of APC Bayelsa primaries

The primary election of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bayelsa State, which was meant to hold today, Tuesday, was again postponed after violence and intimidation erupted at the venue. Before the primary election started, some aspirants had already called for the cancellation of the exercise. Thugs invaded the entrance of the venue, throwing stones at... Read More

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September 22, 2015

#SarakiOnTrial: ‘El-Rufai’s evidence to be used against Saraki at corruption trial’

Bamikole Omishore, has revealed that Kaduna state governor, Nasir El-Rufai, provided all the evidence used in filing a 13-count charge against Senate President, Bukola Saraki. Saraki, is being tried at the Code of Conduct Tribunal for charges bordering on alleged corruption and false assets declaration. Omishore, Special Assistant on New Media, to the Senate President, disclosed this... Read More

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September 22, 2015

40 Tweets that captures Nigerians’ reaction to #SarakiOnTrial

The trial of Senate President, Bukola Saraki began today as he finally appeared at the Code of Conduct Tribunal. Unsurprisingly, Nigerians immediately started an hashtag for him- #SarakiOnTrial, and it quickly became the top trending topic on Nigerian Twitter. Let’s look at some of the tweets; #SarakiOnTrial So @bukolasaraki would one day play the humble law-abiding... Read More

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September 22, 2015

How MI Abaga schooled Fani-Kayode on Twitter

Apparently, MI Abaga is on the same wavelength with us, on Femi Fani-Kayode’s reactive-statement to the kidnap of former presidential aspirant, Olu Falae. The Chocolate City Chairman, lashed out at Fani-Kayode, on Twitter, for threatening the Federal Government over the abduction of Falae. Fani-Kayode, had said: “The abduction of Chief Olu Falae is not only unacceptable but... Read More

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September 22, 2015

Unbearable traffic gridlock as trucks take over Lagos roads (PHOTOS)

Lagosians have become very familiar with traffic gridlocks, but in the past few days, the traffic experienced is a different kettle of fish. Tankers and trailers have taken over major roads and bridges from Ojuelegba down to the Island. Imagine waking up as early as 4:00 am in the morning to beat the regular early morning... Read More

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September 22, 2015

Why Lagos is plagued by traffic? An explainer by Cheta Nwanze

Our biggest problem in this country is that we are a pathologically dishonest people. Today, my timeline is littered with tweets from suffering Lagosians who have spent an average of 3 hours in traffic. Yet, the solution to the problem is glaring, and not many, certainly not those with the power to, are attempting to... Read More

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September 22, 2015

#SarakiOnTrial: 5 things to know about Saraki’s trial-judge, Justice Danladi Umar

Justice Danladi Umar, Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal, is having the most defining moment of his career as he lords over the trial of Bukola Saraki. Umar will be remembered for having the balls to order the arrest of a sitting Senate President, twice. With the eyes of the nation firmly fixed on him,... Read More

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September 22, 2015

#SarakiOnTrial: Photos from Saraki’s trial at Code of Conduct Tribunal

Senate President, Bukola Saraki, is presently at the Code of Conduct Tribunal, to answer to a 13-count charge of corruption and false assets declaration. Saraki had twice shunned the court, but on Monday, he arrived to face the Justice Danladi Umar-led tribunal. See photos:

September 22, 2015

[UPDATE] BREAKING: Bukola Saraki pleads not guilty to 13 charges at Conduct Tribunal

Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has pleaded not guilty to the charges levelled against him at the Code of Conduct Tribunal. Saraki, is being tried on a 13-count charge of corruption and false assets declaration, by the Code of Conduct Bureau. So far, three charges have been read out, and he has pleaded not guilty. He gave... Read More

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September 22, 2015

#SarakiOnTrial: Drama as Saraki refuses to enter accused box

At the ongoing trial at the Code of Conduct Tribunal, in Abuja, Senate President, Dr. Olubukola Saraki, initially refused to mount the dock, after his name was announced. Justice Danladi Umar, called up Saraki’s case and he refused to stand up, after which the tribunal chairman, demanded that he should leave his seat and enter inside the... Read More

September 22, 2015

BREAKING: Saraki arrives Code of Conduct Tribunal with 50 Senators

Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has arrived the Code of Conduct Tribunal, for his trial. Saraki had promised to appear before Justice Danladu Umar, after twice failing to show up at the tribunal. He reportedly arrived around 9.30am, alongside 50 Senators. Justice Danladi Umar, had instructed the Inspector General of police, Solomon Arase to make sure Saraki shows up... Read More

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September 22, 2015

Emir Of Kano goes book-shopping in Saudi Arabia (PHOTOS)

Emir Of Kano, Muahmamdu Sanusi II, is currently in Saudi Arabia, on holy pilgrimage. The Emir, was recently spotted book-hunting in a bookshop in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. See below the photos, as obtained from Nairaland.

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September 22, 2015

Thieves raid Catholic church during service

Armed robbers stormed a Catholic Church of Annunciation in Kubwa, and carted away valuable equipment and a Toyota Camry. Parish Priest, Rev. Fr. Matthew Kwaggas, revealed that the robbers attacked the church after Sunday’s service, removing most of the things used for thanksgiving, including bags of rice and drinks. This is coming about three months after the church was... Read More

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September 22, 2015

‘For the umpteenth time’, Akwa Ibom govt addresses DSS raid of state house

The government of Akwa Ibom state, has yet again stated that neither firearm nor stashed foreign currency was discovered during the raid of the government house by agents of the Directorate of State Services. Akwa Ibom government says that the allegation stating otherwise, is a figment of the media’s active imagination. On Monday, the state Commissioner for Information and... Read More

September 22, 2015

Obasanjo writes a new book, absent at launch

Former president, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, has written a new booklet, for the kids. Obasanjo’s new book- a children’s story book on peace- was launched to celebrate the the 2015 International Day of Peace. As to why he decided to pen the book, “Peace Story for Children”, Obasanjo said it is to ensure the entrenchment of sustainable... Read More

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September 22, 2015

Army promotes 5,000 soldiers involved in Boko Haram war

5,000 soldiers, who are involved in the war against Boko Haram, have been approved for promotion by the Nigeria Army. The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai, announced this on Monday, in Abuja, at the opening of the 2015 Chief of Army Staff Third Quarter conference at Army Headquarters. Buratai, said the promotion of the soldiers was meant... Read More

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September 22, 2015

Commissioner nominees to take ‘integrity and aptitude’ test in Cross River

Those nominated for appointments as commissioners in Cross River state will have to take compulsory integrity and aptitude test. This was the directive of the state Governor, Prof. Ben Ayade, on Monday. Ayade disseminated the information through his Chief Press Secretary, Christian Ita, who said the nominees undergo the tests before their names can be forwarded to... Read More

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September 22, 2015

Photos of survivors of Maiduguri multiple bomb blasts (VIEWER DISCRETION)

Over 80 people are reported to have died in the multiple bomb blasts that took place in different parts of Maiduguri, on Sunday night, Below are photos of some of the survivors of the blast, in a hospital. Viewer discretion is advised for those who get squeamish by the sight of blood;

September 22, 2015

Photos of survivors of Maiduguri multiple bomb blasts (VIEWER DISCRETION)

Over 80 people are reported to have died in the multiple bomb blasts that took place in different parts of Maiduguri, on Sunday night, Below are photos of some of the survivors of the blast, in a hospital. Viewer discretion is advised for those who get squeamish by the sight of blood;

September 22, 2015

Photos of survivors of Maiduguri multiple bomb blasts (VIEWER DISCRETION)

Over 80 people are reported to have died in the multiple bomb blasts that took place in different parts of Maiduguri, on Sunday night, Below are photos of some of the survivors of the blast, in a hospital. Viewer discretion is advised for those who get squeamish by the sight of blood;

September 21, 2015

Fayemi, Soludo spotted in Aso Rock

Charles Soludo, former Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, was spotted at the Aso Rock Villa on Monday. Soludo was reportedly at the presidential villa around 5:30 pm, and headed to the office of the Chief of Staff to the President, ‎Alhaji Abba Kyari. He was said to have worn a cream-colored kaftan. Similarly, the immediate past... Read More

September 21, 2015

Olu Falae was kidnapped by over 20 Fulani herdsmen

Former Secretary to the Federal Government, Olu Falae, who was abducted earlier today, was reportedly taken by over 20 Fulani herdsmen who invaded his farm and attacked his workers. According to the elder statesman’s family, the fulani herdsmen had for some time, been on a warpath with the workers in the farm because their cows... Read More

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