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Why we freeze accounts of people under investigation – EFCC

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has revealed why it places an embargo on the accounts of individuals who are under investigation. Explaining the rationale behind the freezing of accounts, Wilson Uwujaren, Head, Media & Publicity of the EFCC, in a statement on Monday, said “freezing of accounts suspected of being used for commission of... Read More

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#ICYMI – Red Carpet: All The Glamorous Looks From 2016 Tony Awards

Broadway’s biggest stars arrived for the 70th Annual Tony Awards held on on Sunday (12th of June 2016) night at the Beacon Theater. The red carpet …

International passport

Dear Nigerians, getting your international passport is now easy

The Comptroller-General of Immigration, Muhammad Babandede on Monday, June 13, ordered all Passport Control Officers (PCOs) nationwide and Passport Issuing Desks in Nigeria’s Foreign Missions to clear all backlog of passport applications within 24 hours. A statement was released to this effect by Ekpedeme King, Service Public Relations Officer, who noted that “failure to comply... Read More

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This is what keeps Fashola awake at night

While Nigerians are kept awake at night by the sharp decrease in power supply, the Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola is kept awake by another thing. Fashola, on Monday, said the thought of fulfilling the Nigerian promise keeps him in a permanent state of repose. He said he wishes to live long enough... Read More

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Deutsche Welle DG, Peter Limbourg advocates freedom of speech for democracy sustenance

Today, the 9th Deutsche Welle (DW) Global Media Forum kicked off in Bonn with an opening address from DW Director General, Pete Limbourg “The end of the freedom of expression is also the beginning of the end of democracy” Freedom of speech and freedom of the press are increasingly facing limitations the world over; in order... Read More

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‘Niger Delta militants will continue destroying pipelines until…’ – Kachikwu

The Minister of Petroleum Resources, Ibe Kachikwu has said the effects of the destruction of gas pipelines and oil installations would still be felt in the country in the next 15 to 20 years. Kachikwu said this on Monday at the town hall meeting set up by the ministry of information and culture in Uyo,... Read More

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The moment Ali Sheriff finally entered PDP secretariat (PHOTOS)

Senator Ali Modu Sheriff, who was kicked out of office at the PDP National Convention, has retaken his position as the National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party. After the convention of he PDP, Ahmed Markafi was appointed as the Chairman of the party’s caretaker committee. This action, according to Sheriff, is illegal considering the... Read More

Opinion: Why we shouldn’t blame Okonjo-Iweala for the corruption mess

by Bade Adebolu Recently, a coalition of anti-corruption civil society bodies petitioned the EFCC that the erstwhile Attorney-General of the Federation, Mr. Muhammed Bello Adoke to account for the sum of $3.2 billion allegedly belonging to the 774 local governments on whose behalf one Mr. Joe Agi SAN obtained the judgment. According to media report, “…none... Read More

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The Explainer: All you need to know about the Orlando shooting

More than 50 persons were on Sunday killed when a blood thirsty gunman attacked a gay club in Orlando, Florida in the United States. While investigations into the shooting are still ongoing, here is a mop up of everything we know about the tragic incident. Here are 10 things to know about the attack: The attack was... Read More

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Just In: Sheriff finally gains entry into PDP secretariat

After several hours of trying, former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ali Modu Sheriff, has finally gained access into the national secretariat of the party. Sheriff and his supporters had earlier today stormed the party’s secretariat, demanding to be let in and Sheriff installed as the party chairman based on a court... Read More

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‘I sing better than most singers’ – Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde

Nollywood actress, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde once dabbled into singing. In 2005, she launched her music career with the release of her debut album titled GBA, however, her music career never really gained much traction as expected. Her second attempt in 2012 which was set to feature American singer, Bobby Valentino never saw the light of day. Yesterday, Omotola... Read More

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‘We’re ready for war’ – Niger Delta Avengers

The Niger Delta Avengers has issued a warning to governors from 7 different states to release the pro-Biafran activists held in police and military custody in their states. The threat is contained in a statement signed on Monday, by Mudoch Agbinibo, the spokesperson of the group. The governors given the ultimatum are Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia,... Read More

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#AskCharlesOnY!: Why your company should take ‘organizational culture’ seriously

by Charles Odii This is an entrepreneurship development section where entrepreneurs and business managers ask entrepreneurship experts questions about economic and business challenges they come across daily. Week 1. #AskCharlesOnY! Dear Charles, I noticed last year that some members of staff were demotivated towards the end of the year – very close to our end... Read More

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Ambitious Dino Melaye aims ‘to become President of Nigeria’

Dino Melaye, the Senator representing Kogi West constituency believes he would be the President of Nigeria, someday. Speaking as a guest on Channels Television on Sunday, June 12, Melaye said it shouldn’t be a crime for him to be ambitious and yearn to lead Nigeria. The Senator however, doesn’t know when exactly that it will happen... Read More

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Stylish Desmond Elliot celebrates one year in office (PHOTOS)

Desmond Elliot stepped out in style on Monday to celebrate his 1-year anniversary in office. Elliot, alongside his colleagues, were on June 13, 2015, sworn into the Lagos state House of Assembly. Clad in a white and blue Danshiki attire, the Nollywood actor-turned lawmaker looked unique in the midst of his peers. See the photos he posted on... Read More

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Die-hard Sheriff preaches crisis, insists he’s PDP chairman

The leadership crisis of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has refused to go away even as Ali Modu Sheriff who was deposed as National Chairman of the party on May 21, stormed the party secretariat in Abuja on Monday. Sheriff, who stormed the party secretariat with his band of supporters, has declared that he remains... Read More

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Everything you should know about the man who ‘predicted Ali’s death, Orlando shooting’

A lot of men have predicted events that later shook the world after it was confirmed that they had rightly foreseen. From the terror attack of the twin towers of World Trade Center to the current climate change, predictions have been churned out on countless world events since time immemorial. A series of events were... Read More

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Anna Banner’s no longer with Flavour – Here’s why

Over the weekend, former Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN), Anna Banner put up on Instagram, a post which quite a number of people took as a hint of a rough patch between her and her baby daddy, Flavour. In a new interview with blogger, Stella Dimoko Korkus, the beauty queen confirmed she has now... Read More

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Eric Osagie: We can never forget… [In memory of Stephen Keshi & Amodu Shuaibu]

by Eric Osagie Death, the grim reaper, scored two devastating goals against the Nigerian soccer fraternity last week, throwing the nation into deep mourning. First, it plucked the amiable ex-coach of the Super Eagles, Stephen Okechukwu Keshi. Then, it snatched another ex-coach of the national team, Amodu Shuaibu, just when we all were still grieving... Read More

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EFCC seizes $18m house from Diezani (VIDEO)

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has said that its investigations into corruption has led to the recovery of several properties and cash, including a $18 million property with a bulletproof gym belonging to Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke. The house furnishing is said to be worth $2 million while several expensive jewelry... Read More

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You’ve never seen Denrele Edun look this suave before (PHOTOS)

Not in this world did we ever think Denrele Edun would look this dapper and smooth. The on-air personality who turned a year older today, dumped his risque outfits and specially designed high-heels, for a birthday photoshoot by Charlie. In his first look styled by T.I Nathan, Denrele dons a carton-coloured brown suit on a white lace shirt... Read More

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Sam Omatseye: Go forth and give

by Sam Omatseye Three men have shown us the different shades of love. One shows it genuinely, the other as a show man and the third in dubious colour. I am referring to Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man; Mohammed Ndinmi, Africa’s 39th richest person; and Ali Modu Sheriff, the most prominent African politician whose image... Read More

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Morning Devotion: Can FG afford school feeding programme? | Remembering June 12 | More stories

Joachim MacEbong asks the question, can the Federal government afford its school feeding programme? He further talks about keeping the memory of June 12 alive and appreciating our local coaches while they are still alive. Take a listen. https://soundcloud.com/ynaijaonline/morning-devotion-episode-24

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Kalu Aja: How to keep investing in the time of inflation (Naira&Kobo)

by Kalu Aja So last week we saw the positive effects of having a financial plan and starting to invest early. We continue by speaking about being Constant in your Investment and watching inflation. Simply put if you invest N1 naira every day into an account for 55 years, you will have N20,075.00,... Read More

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Opinion: With Okezie Ikpeazu, Abians got it right

by Chinyere Akatobi Choosing or electing a leader from a poll of qualified or unqualified candidates can most times be tricky and difficult. Politicians approach the electorate wearing their best possible behavior, they exude the meekness of a sheep, the kindness of a shepherd and a charm that can hardly be resisted. Promises of paradise... Read More

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Just In: Sheriff storms PDP headquarters, attempts to take over (PHOTOS)

The crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party has further deepened as the immediate past chairman of the party, Ali Modu-Sheriff, and his supporters, early on Monday, stormed the Wadata Plaza National Secretariat to take over the party affairs. Sheriff was, however, prevented from entering the secretariat by security officers attached to the secretariat. The former... Read More

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SPECIAL REPORT: Nigerians are making a big bet

by Mazi Emeka The Bet9ja betting shop at Ojuelegba bus stop, Surulere, Lagos is a relatively small space made even smaller by the large number of people crammed into it. On one side of the shop, above the counter, on which a number of desktop computers are set and bookmakers take orders from customers, a... Read More

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This is the Wizkid photo shoot everyone will be talking about today

After a stellar 4-city tour with Chris Brown around Europe, Wizkid is on a mission to break the internet as the cover star in FAB Magazine’s new digital edition. The Starboy also wants the world to know he’s a boss and money ain’t a thing to him. Watch behind-the-scene moments from the photo shoot by Obi Somto for FAB

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Ogun state doctors declare strike until…

Doctors in Ogun state have declared an indefinite strike action which commences today. The doctors in the state, according to the chairman of the Nigerian Medical Association, Oladunni Adetola, have made repeated calls to the government to improve the failing standard of the health system. Speaking at a press conference in Abeokuta, Adetola announced the... Read More

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Copa America: ‘Hand of God’ knocks out Brazil (WATCH)

Brazil has been knocked out at the group stage of the Copa America Centenario after losing 1- 0 to Peru in controversial circumstances. Dunga’s men fell victim to a fatal error from referee Andres Cunha who awarded a clear handball from Peru’s Raul Ruidiaz. 2015’s semifinalist Peru secured a place in the quarterfinals ahead of Brazil in Group... Read More

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