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June 11, 2016

No out-of-court settlement for ex-Airforce chief, Dikko Umar

In the trial of former Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Mohammed Dikko Umar for an alleged N7.8billion fraud, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has said a plea bargain would be acceptable as against the out of court settlement suggested by Umar’s legal team. The anti-graft agency wants the plea bargain to include... Read More
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June 11, 2016

Tonto Dikeh’s husband throws her a surprise birthday dinner (PHOTOS)

Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh turned 31 two days ago and her husband, Olakunle Churchill planned a surprise birthday dinner for her. Tonto Dikeh, who is still basking in the euphoria of being a mother, was moved to tears at her husband’s romantic gesture. See photos and videos from the party which held in a classy... Read More
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June 11, 2016

Niger Delta Avengers are calling for another civil war – Arewa

The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has labeled the actions of militant group, Niger Delta Avengers as ‘madness’ and an invitation to another civil war. Speaking to The Nation on Friday, Chairman and former Inspector-General of Police, Ibrahim Ahmadu Coomassie warned the Avengers to desisit from destroying oil installations and gas pipelines as it is obvious... Read More
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June 11, 2016

Yahaya Bello names Kogi University after Audu Abubakar

Governor of Kogi state, Yahaya Bello has renamed the Kogi State University after late Prince Audu Abubakar, the first civilian governor of the state. Bello announced his decision on Friday in a nation-wide broadcast to celebrate his triumph at the election petition tribunal. Audu ruled the state as a civilian governor from 1991 to 1993... Read More
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June 11, 2016

#Euro2016: Beautiful scenes from opening day of Europe’s championship (PHOTOS)

It was an amazing night of football and entertainment as the Stade de France set the ball rolling for the commencement of the 2016 edition of the UEFA European Championship (also known as the Euros) on Friday night. Prior to the match between the host, France and Romania, an opening ceremony was held where the... Read More
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June 11, 2016

Militants declare ceasefire, blame Buhari for their actions

Governors in the Niger Delta region were on Friday warned by the Joint Revolutionary Council (JRC) of the Joint Niger Delta Liberation Force (JNDLF) to avoid betraying their (the militant’s) agitations. The group issued its warning in a statement signed by the Commander, General Duties (JNDLF), General Akotebe Darikoro. The group blamed President Muhammadu Buhari... Read More
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June 11, 2016

Benue state secretary suffers stroke, hospitalised

Targema Takema, the Secretary to the Benue State Government (SSG), was on Friday rushed to the state teaching hospital after he reportedly collasped and fell into a coma at his Markudi residence. According to the Vanguard, a close family source disclosed that Takema was suffering from cardiovascular disease. “We were told by doctors that he... Read More
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June 11, 2016

House of Reps to FG: ‘We oppose fine reduction for MTN’

The House of Representative, on Friday, rejected the offer by MTN to return $1.7 billion out of $3.9 billion that it was fined by the Nigerian Communications Commission. Reacting to the news of the fine reduction, the chairman, House Committee on Telecommunications, Saheed Fijabi, said that the reduction came as a shock to the legislators.... Read More
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June 11, 2016

2014 NIS recruitment: ‘We were not ready’ – Ex-Immigration boss

Former Comptroller General of the Nigerian Immigration Service, NIS, David Shikfu Paradang, on Friday, informed an Abuja Federal High Court of how the ill-fated recruitment exercise into the NIS in 2014 was carried out. The Former NIS boss disclosed to the court that the then Minister of Interior, Abba Moro, had failed to carry him... Read More
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June 11, 2016

#AliFuneral: 10 powerful quotes from Muhammad Ali’s memorial service

“They say ‘you can know how a man lived from the words people say about him, the day he dies.” Yesterday, the wealthy, the religious leaders, the close allies, friends and family all spoke about the life and legacy of Muhammad Ali at his funeral service at the KFC Yum! Center. A lot of powerful and... Read More
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June 11, 2016

#AliFuneral: Bill Clinton, Will Smith, David Beckham, others attend Muhammad Ali’s memorial service (PHOTOS)

On Friday, June 10, 2016, the world tuned in to their television sets, mobile phones to catch a glimpse of the memorial service for ‘The Greatest‘ sportsman the world has ever witnessed. Over 10,000 people filled the KFC Yum! center, Louisville, Kentucky to honour Muhammad Ali to give him a proper sending off into eternal... Read More
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June 10, 2016

#AliFuneral: Top moments from Muhammad Ali’s memorial service (WATCH)

Thousands have converged at the KFC Yum! Center arena, where Muhammed Ali began his amateur boxing career as a 12-year-old to bid their last farewell to the influential and inspirational figure. Several eulogies have been delivered so far at the ongoing ceremony. Former President Bill Clinton, sportscaster Bryant Gumbel and comedian Billy Crystal are also... Read More
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June 10, 2016

#Euro2016: How Payet won the opening match for France (WATCH)

Hosts, France have kicked off their Euro 2016 campaign in solid fashion as they defeated Romania 2-1 at the Stade de France. Arsenal striker, Olivier Giroud repaid Didier Deschamps’ faith in him as he scored a strong headed goal in the second half for France. Romania were however, given a golden opportunity seven minutes later when... Read More
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June 10, 2016

Etisalat Nigeria excites students of Ahmadu Bello University with Cliqfest (PHOTOS)

Northern Nigeria’s foremost tertiary institution, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) played host to the leading youth centric event on Nigerian campuses, Cliqfest powered by EasyCliq. Cliqfest is as an engagement platform by Etisalat Nigeria for Nigerian youth. The two-day event was received with excitement by the University community as Etisalat further strengthened its bond with them... Read More
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June 10, 2016

#AliFuneral: Roll call of VIPs present at Muhammad Ali’s memorial service

“You know a good man when he dies and his neighbours cry but you know a great man when he dies and the world mourns together ” Muhammad Ali is that great man whose existence united the world and his death has brought the world again together to send him to his eternal home in... Read More
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June 10, 2016

Nigerian Army destroys 8 Boko Haram camps (PHOTOS)

The Nigerian Army, in continuation of the war against insurgency, has destroyed 8 camps belonging to the Boko Haram terrorist sect in Yajiwa, Alagarno Forest, Borno State. The Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Col. Sani Usman, said on Friday that the camps were destroyed by troops of 156 Task Force Battalion of 29 Task Force Brigade,... Read More
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June 10, 2016

#AliFuneral: Muhammad Ali ‘The Greatest’ goes home (PHOTOS)

It has been an emotional week as family, friends fans, colleagues and the entire world mourned the loss of boxing legend, Muhammad Ali also known as The Greatest. The 74-year-old’s body is being laid to rest at the moment in his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky. https://www.instagram.com/p/BGe_FImS4id/?tagged=alifuneral Thousands have already flooded the streets to catch a last... Read More
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June 10, 2016

Olisa Metuh moved to LUTH, confined to bed rest

Following the refusal of an Abuja High Court to grant former National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, Olisa Metu permission to travel outside the country for medical attention, his legal counsel has revealed that he has been transferred from National Hospital, Abuja to Lagos University Teaching Hospital. Metuh’s lawyer, Emeka Etiaba (SAN) revealed... Read More
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Ibrahim Babangida
June 10, 2016

Babangida returns home ‘healthier and kicking like an old soldier’

Former Military Head of State, Ibrahim Babangida on Friday, returned to Nigeria after a three week medical trip to a German hospital. Some sections of the media reported his rumoured death last week but it was later discovered that he was in Germany, where he was receiving treatment. Niger State governor, Alhaji Abubakar Sani Bello... Read More
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June 10, 2016

Militants to FG: ‘Reclaim oil-rich Bakassi from Cameroon’

Again, another militant group has emerged with demands for the Federal Government. This time, over 600 militants belonging to a group called the Bakassi Strike Force armed with heavy and military grade weaponry have directed the Federal Government to move to reclaim Bakassi Peninsular which was ceded to neighbors, Cameroun. Probably to show that they... Read More
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June 10, 2016

MTN to apologise to FG, pay fine in 6 tranches… [DETAILS]

The 6 months spent negotiating with the Federal Government has finally paid off for telecoms giant, MTN as the N1.04 trillion fine imposed on the company by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has been reduced to N330 billion. The N330 billion to be paid however, includes the “goodwill” payment of N50 billion which MTN made to... Read More
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June 10, 2016

‘Please, sheathe your swords’ | Bakassi militants beg Niger Delta Avengers (WATCH)

Militant group, Bakassi Strike Force based in Cross River state, has enjoined their fellow comrades in arms, the Niger Delta Avengers, to “sheathe their swords” and refrain from destroying oil and pipelines installations. Speaking on Channels Television, leader of the group, Simple Benjamin urged the Federal Government to listen to the demands of the Niger... Read More
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June 10, 2016

PDP appoints Metuh’s successor

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced the appointment of Dayo Adeyeye as its national publicity secretary. Adeyeye takes over from Olisa Metuh, who’s facing trial for receiving N400 million from the office of Sambo Dasuki, former national security adviser, during the campaign phase of the last general election. Former Senator, Ben Obi, has been... Read More
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June 10, 2016

This is what FG will do with properties seized from looters

Some of the buildings and properties recovered from alleged treasury looters will be converted to federal government agencies. Minister of finance, Kemi Adeosun, made this disclosure at a press briefing on Friday, June 10. The Minister said the federal government spends a lot on rent and the use of the seized buildings for official purposes... Read More
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June 10, 2016

Five men charged for gruesome murder of Igbo trader in Kano

The suspected murderers of Bridget Agbahime, a Kano-based trader, have been arraigned before a Kano State Magistrate court. Bridget was on June 2, killed at the popular Kofar Wambai market, for allegedly blaspheming against Prophet Mohammed. The 75-year-old trader was hacked to death by the angry mob in the presence of her husband. The five... Read More
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