Chris Ngwodo, writer, consultant, analyst and public speaker is giving perspective to the rise of terrorist groups in Nigeria. He reckons the Nigerian Government inadvertently has a hand in it- by suppressing all forms of dissent with violence, and our blatant disregard for human life. Consider how Boko Haram came to be the terrorist group...
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The annual Glamour Women of the Year Award show opened with a powerful performance by singer, Demi Lovato as she sang he…
Kano was the venue of the latest run-in between the members of the Shiite group Islamic Movement of Nigeria and police officers. This time, another eight IMN members died. It also indicates no lessons have been learned. The Nigerian state is still battling against Boko Haram in the North East, and Niger Delta militants in...
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Governor of Kaduna Nasir El-Rufai says former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has a history of telling lies against him. El-Rufai who was responding to an allegation made by Atiku said he never offered Transcorp shares to the former president. He added that Atiku’s obsession with power was a major factor behind the crisis in the...
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President Muhammadu Buhari says the late Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Ibrahim Dasuki was a man of peace. Buhari made the remark in a condolence message Usain Tuesday by his senior special assistant on Media and Publicity Mallam Garba Shehu. Buhari commiserated with the Jama’atul Nasril Islam (JNI) and the Supreme Council of Islamic Affairs over...
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In a bid to bring an end to corruption in the country, Charles Oputa, also known as Charley Boy, has led protesters to the National Assembly, Premium Times reports. The protesters on Tuesday prevented movement to and from the Assembly complex by blocking the main entrance of the gate by erecting five tents in front...
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by Calvin Ebun Major car makers are keen to grow stronger roots in Africa. Talks with different African states authorities continue as internationally renowned car manufacturers adapt to the surge in demand from African governments for local manufacturing plants. The demand has intensified as some commodity dependent African states are looking to diversify their economies. The African Association...
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Boko Haram insurgents have killed another senior officer of the Nigerian Army in an ambush, Premium Times reports. Lieutenant Colonel B.U. Umar, who was the commanding officer of 114 TF battalion of the Nigerian Army was ambushed alongside his troops on Monday morning between Bita and Piridang. A military source said, “His vehicle stepped on an...
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Emeka hosts this edition of The Slab with Isime and he’s joined by the usual suspect, Chukwukere and the delectable duo, Toni and Tolu. They discuss the outcome of the US elections and conclude that they do not mind a Trump presidency for America and Chukwukere thinks its a good opportunity for the Donald to...
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The Niger Delta Avengers on Tuesday said it has destroyed three truck pipelines in Bayelsa State. In a statement by its spokesperson, Mudoch Agbinibo, the group said the pipelines are operated by Agip, Oando and Shell companies with a supply capacity of 300,000 barrel per day. Avengers said it would continue attacks until the Federal...
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We’re not even here for the long talking today. The “exotic car purchase” by the House of Reps is one matter that has been dragged for this long, we have murmured and disagreed to no avail. It has finally happened and at perfect timing too, the recession period. How thoughtful of the lower chamber to...
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The Senate on Tuesday rejected the list of 46 non-career ambassador sent to it by President Muhammadu Buhari. Chairman senate committee on foreign affairs, Monsurat Sunmonu said the nominees had over 200 petitions against them, stating that the list should be returned for re-presentation. “I suggest we return the list of non-career ambassadors to the...
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Winners don’t make excuses. -Harvey Specter, Suits In the hit TV show Suits, produced by US Network, Patrick Adams played the role of Mike Ross, a brilliant college dropout turned unlicensed lawyer. Mike Ross, a man who came from almost nothing went on to build a stellar career at Pearson Specter. Mike rose...
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It’s a bit uneven, as can only be the case with a show whose success depends largely upon the chemistry between the acts headlining each episode. The mash-ups don’t always work, either. And some of the “cultural exchange” segments are just plain awkward. But none of that is enough to really overshadow the high points. Take, for...
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The Inspector General of Police, Ibrahim Idria has said his men had no option than to open fire at Shi’tes members who were marching in Kano yesterday. Ibrahim spoke with State House correspondents shortly after attending the launch of the 2017 Armed Forces Remembrance Emblem and Appeal Fund at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. While reacting...
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After a month of collating entries from across Nigeria, the editors of YNaija.com announced the winner for the month-long writing competition ‘Nigerian Voices’: Nnamdi Jude Atupulazi. His winning piece was ‘Tea Mornings’. The first and second runners-up, Frances Ogamba and Stanley Okonkwo, joined winner, Atupulazi at the YNaija office in Lagos to pick up their prizes....
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Nobel Laureate, Wole Soyinka will not faced any criminal charges if he destroys his Green Card as promised, an expert has said. Isaac Falusi, an immigration lawyer while speaking with Premium Times said Soyinka will still be able to enter the United States even after destroying his Green Card. He further said the Professor will...
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by Mark Essien Dear Country Manager, To be successful at your job, there are a few things you must do. SEE THE FUTURE You must see the future. This means that you often sit and think of all the bad things that could possibly happen and you start fixing them now before they happen. If...
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With excitement, WhatsApp is announcing its latest feature – WhatsApp video calling. In the next couple of days, the instant messaging app’s over one billion users will be able to make video calls across iOS, Windows and Android platforms. According to WhatsApp, “We’re introducing this feature because we know that sometimes voice and text just...
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If you’ve missed Accelerate News, then be quick to catch-up on one for the quirkiest and most engaging takes on the latest happening in the world of entertainment. On today’s episode, Richard Mofe-Damijo’s search for “The Intern” is critically analyzed, as the Nollywood veteran asked that interested persons need first follow him on social media....
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President Barack Obama has said US President-elect, Donald Trump will be faced with harsh realities if he attempts to enact his campaign promises. Obama said this at a press conference before he embarked on his travel to Europe. Trump in his campaign had promised to severe relationship with some of America’s close allies. But Obama...
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by Simon Utsu I was extremely appalled when I read earlier today what transpired a couple of nights ago at Quilox night club between star musician, Oritse Femi and the club’s security/management team. Why should bouncers descend on a customer after embarrassing him and provoking him to react the way he did? I read grapevine...
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As part of its commitment to provide a range of personalized banking services to its customers, Union Bank, a leading financial institution, recently launched its Elite Banking Segment for the emerging and established middle class in Abuja. At the segment launch which took place at Union Bank’s Abuja Main Branch, elated guests and customers of...
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Some members of the Anambra State House of Assembly have reportedly demanded that the governor, Willie Obiano provides Prado Jeeps for them as a condition to support his second term bid, Punch reports. It was gathered that the Minority Leader in the House, Onyebuchi Offor is spearheading the request. He alleged that the governor has...
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Singer, Oritsefemi has apologized to his fans for ‘unruly behaviour’ which led to a brawl between himself and a bouncer at Quilox nightclub on Friday. Quilox had said Oritsefemi tried to takeover a patron’s table even though he didn’t make a prior reservation with the club. According to a statement by the nightclub, Oritsefemi slapped...
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Here are some of the stories from yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept – and are still buzzing today. Club Quilox reacts to Oritsefemi’s story on violent attack by bouncer Yesterday, the management of Lagos nightclub, Quilox owned by Shina Peller, released an official statement detailing their side to the story involving singer,...
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The Movement for the Actualisation of the Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB) on Monday said its threats towards Igbo leaders forced senators form the South East to meet President Muhammadu Buhari last week. In a statement by its Director of Media and Publicity, Innocent Igbo, the group said the senators were afraid of the threaten...
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Is this an interview or an interrogation? Why does he seem so tired? Was he forced to do this interview? Might it be time for Bobrisky to cool down with the interviews? So many questions…
Nigerians have been warned to prepare for the possibility of a famine in January 2017. According to a statement by the Presidency, the disclosure was made by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, during an interview with a Kano-based radio station, Pyramid Radio, on Monday. Shehu disclosed that...
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by Cheta Nwanze Yes, this is a continuation of the last one. No, it is not about China. Although I will promise here that the China talk will come. Sneak peek — China is a democracy, and I’ll defend that thesis when I feel like. Now, on to Nigeria… Our elections have proved again, and again, that...
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