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Buhari says Boko Haram insurgents do not believe in God

President Muhammadu Buhari, says the actions of Boko Haram, proves that they don’t know God nor do they believe in Him. Buhari said this on Monday, June 8, while seeking support and cooperation from France in his efforts to defeat the Islamic terrorist sect, Boko Haram. At a meeting with President Francois Hollande of France... Read More

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Teacher who’s getting married soon allegedly rapes his pupil

A 31-year-old teacher simply called Adetola, has been arrested for raping his primary three pupil. The 10 year old pupil opened up to her parents about the situation last week and the teacher was subsequently arrested. The girl said, “I used to help Mr Adetola carry his things to his house. He used to teach me and four others... Read More

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Twitter goes berserk as IG of Police makes a very funny statement

Who’s up for some mid-day jokes! Let’s start with the IG of Police, Solomon Arase, who over the weekend while speaking at a symposium organised by the National Association of Seadogs, declared that the Nigerian Police, has the least corrupt officers of all the institutions in the country. Hian! The IG said He is allergic to... Read More

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Nigerian Army relocates command centre to Maiduguri

The Nigerian Army has temporarily relocated its Military Command and Control Centre (MCCC) to Maiduguri. The move to Maiduguri, in Borno state, is in compliance with the directive of President Muhammadu Buhari. In his inaugural address, the President had ordered the military command to move to the epicenter of insurgency in the north east. Army spokesperson, Col. Sani... Read More

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These are the new speakers of Lagos, Ogun states

At the inauguration of the 8th assembly, new speakers emerge in both Lagos state and Ogun state. Mudashiru Obasa, the lawmaker representing Agege Constituency 1, was elected Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly. Suraj Adekunbi returns as Speaker for another four years of the Ogun State House of Assembly. Obasa, who is believed to... Read More

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The exotic cars and 10 things you missed from Davido’s graduation party

Music star Davido is now officially a graduate! He was one of the graduands at the 13th Babcock University Convocation Ceremony which held yesterday. In case you missed it, here are 10 things you should not about the graduation. 1. He was the only student of his department (Music) to graduate yesterday. This is because... Read More

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Kumuyi believes Buhari was chosen by God to lead Nigeria

Pastor William Kumuyi, says that President Muhammadu Buhari and Vice President Yemi Osibanjo will bring change to the country, as promised to Nigerians during the election campaign. Kumuyi, who is the General Superintendent of the Deeper Life Bible Church, recently stated that Buhari was chosen by God to rule Nigeria. The cleric made the utterances while speaking... Read More

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Group pushes court to disqualify Gbajabiamila over US indictment

It looks like Femi Gbajabiamila won’t be heading the House of Representatives as the Abuja Division of the Federal High Court is at the moment hearing an ex-parte motion seeking to disqualify him from running for speaker the tomorrow. Justice Abdul Kafarati is presiding over the suit which was lodged before the high court... Read More

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Oscar Pistorious up for release on 21 August

Looks like lil’ Tink Tink is going to get off easy for murdering his girlfriend. BREAKING: Correctional services confirms #OscarPistorius has been recommended for release on probation on 21 August. — Karyn Maughan (@karynmaughan) June 8, 2015 He was barely in the cell, wasn’t he? Feels like only yesterday when he got sent to the... Read More

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PDP accuses APC of operating on double standard

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is proving to be a good opposition as it accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) of double standard and insincerity. It said APC, which once criticized former President Goodluck Jonathan for seeking regional cooperation in finding solution to the challenge of insurgency has been hailing President Muhammadu Buhari for toeing... Read More

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PDP has a word for Rauf Aregbesola

The Peoples Democratic Party has advised Osun State Governor, Rauf Aregbesola, to sell the helicopter purchased for security surveillance and stop wasteful spending in order to raise money to pay salaries of workers in the state. This was disclosed in a statement by the Director of Media and Strategy of the PDP in Osun State,... Read More

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#RubbinMinds: Gani Adams says Nigerians are expecting too much from Buhari

Oodua Peoples Congress (OPC) leader, Gani Adams said Nigerians are expecting too much from President Muhammadu Buhari. Adams, who was a guest on Sunday’s Rubbin Minds, said Buhari has promised a more transparent government and such is expected from him. He also added that he realizes Buhari can give a good governance despite his reservations. “Any right thinking progressive believes... Read More

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This student’s penis went missing in Uniport after a handshake with Med student

You know those kinds of stories that its best you read the narration yourself for better understanding? This is one of those kinds. While growing up, we are advised not to shake hands freely for issues such as the shaker being strangers, the hands of the shaker possessing germs, and so on, but no one... Read More

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3 Ghanaian airlines bar physically challenged Nigerian woman from travelling

A physically-challenged Nigerian, Ndifreke Andrew-Essien has been barred from travelling by three Ghanaian domestic airlines. One of the airlines had also refused to refund Andrew-Essien, a fellow of the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders. The three airlines, Africa World Airlines, Antrak Air and Starbow Airlines told the Nigerian, who uses a wheelchair to... Read More

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Al-Makura Starts Second Term with Zero Debt

In a move to set a good precedence, Nasarawa State Governor, Tanko Al-Makura, has commenced his second term administration with a zero debt burden to the state. according to a statement from the governor’s office on Saturday. In a statement from the governor’s office on Saturday, it said Al-Makura inherited a huge debt burden from... Read More

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Another week, another fire – Ambode asks to see tanker drivers

There has been another explosion as a result of a diesel tanker falling over. Governor Akinwunmi Ambode this afternoon visited the scene of the incident which left 36 houses destroyed. This isn’t the first time in a week this is happening. A similar tanker fire accident occurred on Tuesday at Iyana-Ipaja area of the state which... Read More

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Orubebe marks 56th birthday in style with twin (PHOTOS)

We bet you didn’t know Elder Peter Godsday Orubebe is a twin. Yea, everyone is more concerned with the drama he pulled a few weeks back, so it’s understandable! The PDP stalwart made a shocking move in disrupting collation of results on live TV after the presidential elections in March. Well, the former Nigerian minister... Read More

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Father beats up son to point of seizure, shoulder dislocation

A father’s constant beating of his 16-year-old boy, Lekan Isiaka, has led to his arrest. Apparently, he had been brutally beating his son for two year up until the boy developed seizure and child rights activists were alerted by the neighbours. According to reports by Punch, Lekan has almost lost the use of his left... Read More

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AFRIPOL nominates Jonathan for Nobel Peace Prize

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has turned a hero than people chose to admit. this is because a public policy organisation on African affairs, the Africa Political and Economic Strategic Center (AFRIPOL) has recommended Jonathan for the Nobel Peace Prize. AFRIPOL said that the will of Alfred Nobel, the progenitor of Nobel Prize stated that Peace... Read More

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Fuel scarcity may end soon as FG, marketers reach agreement

The fuel scarcity crisis may finally have a solution as the Federal Government and petrol marketers have agreed to end Nigeria’s fuel scarcity problem before or by next week Saturday. A meeting was attended on Friday, June 5, by stakeholders from the Major Oil Marketers Association of Nigeria (MOMAN), Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria, Depot and Petroleum Products... Read More

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Accused smiles out of court after being granted N300,000 bail for N1.5m fraud

An Ebute Meta Chief Magistrates’ Court in Lagos has granted a N300, 000 bail to 26-year-old Ikechukwu Umeh over alleged theft of N1.5 million. The magistrate, Mr E.O. Ogunkanmi, who gave the ruling, also granted the accused two sureties in like sum. The accused, who resides at No. 15, Awonaike St., Tejuosho in Surulere, Lagos,... Read More

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Choirmaster rapes evangelist’s daughter in Lagos

A choirmaster, Adewale Babalola, has been arraigned before a Yaba Chief Magistrate’s Court in Lagos for raping a 16-year-old chorister. Babalola, 36, who lives on Maxwell Ijeh Street in Aguda, Surulere, Lagos, is being tried for alleged unlawful sexual intercourse. The Nation reports that, Prosecuting Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Godwin Anyanwu said the accused... Read More

Fayose absolves Buhari, says he is not involved in his impeachment crisis

Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose, has absolved President Muhammadu Buhari of complicity in the long-drawn impeachment crisis in the state. He claimed that security report available to him revealed that Buhari was never part of the plot to impeach him from office. Ayo Fayosea. Never not funny. Fayose, who made the revelation on Friday during... Read More

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That moment when Ekiti Governor, Fayose rides on a bike (PHOTO)

Ekiti State governor Ayodele Fayose is working hard for the ‘Governor of the people’ title – if there is ever going to be such an award. From his visits to Amala joints with Ekiti residents, to his sharing of Chicken and rice to them and also his regular visits to the market women. He has... Read More

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Here’s why Abia governor Ikpeazu doesn’t want to be referred to as ‘His Excellency’

The Abia state governor Okezie Ikpeazu appears to be a simple and humble man. He’s formally directed that the appellations ‘His Excellency’ and ‘Executive’ be dropped in all official and informal communications with him. He said he prefers to be addressed simply as Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu, Governor of Abia State. In a statement signed by... Read More

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Abductors of Ondo princess demand N20million ransom, state university is shut down

Princess Toyin Omosowon’s abductors have demanded a N20 million ransom. Omosowon is the regent of Akungba Akoko in Ondo state. She was abducted with three of her aides on Tuesday by six persons along Akure/Akungba-Akoko expressway. They were on their way to the palace after attending an inaugural lecture delivered by the Vice Chancellor of... Read More

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5 dead at naming ceremony murder in Lagos

Since the elections, the nation experienced a certain peace and quiet it was almost impossible to believe there would be any form of violence as there always is whenever an election takes place. Hope was once more brought into the country that an election can take place without as much as tons of people dying.... Read More

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15-year-old dies aborting 5-month pregnancy

20-year-old Sodiq Sulaimon, yesterday appeared before an Ikeja High Court for allegedly procuring abortion for his 15-year-old lover who died in the process. The defendant is facing a one-count charge of manslaughter brought against him by Lagos State Government, for which he pleaded not guilty. “Sodiq Sulaimon, on or before December 11, 2012, about 4p.m.,... Read More

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Onasanya retires as FirstBank Group Managing Director

Mr. Bisi Onasanya is set to retire at a high point of his career as Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, First Bank of Nigeria Limited, a subsidiary of FBN Holdings Plc and Nigeria’s most valuable banking brand, at the successful completion of his tenure. His retirement takes effect at the end of the current Financial... Read More

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Female NYSC member found dead on Ilorin street

by Chinwe Okafor A member of National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, serving in Kwara state, Miss Yetunde Shukurat Idowu, was found dead on the street. According to Vanguard, her last visit before she was found dead was to the popular shopping mall, Shoprite, located along Fate Road. She was found when concerned roommate and neighbours constituted themselves into... Read More

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