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The late 5: These are the stories that drove the conversation today

These are the top five stories that drove the conversation today. 1) Election tribunal upholds Yahaya Bello’s election An election tribunal sitting in Kogi has confirmed the election of Yahaya Bello as the winner of the Kogi state gubernatorial election. 2) Militant leader, Tompolo in Libya Government Ekpemupolo, aka Tompolo, a former militant leader wanted by... Read More

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Opinion: But really, are we all Biafrans?

By Jibrin Ibrahim On May 31st, my good friend Chido Onumah made a public presentation of his book, We Are All Biafrans. The book is a passionate plea to all Nigerians to work together to ensure that we stop “sleepwalking to disaster”. The discussions on the book in the media were completely overshadowed by former Vice... Read More

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Ochereome Nnanna: Atiku should please define ‘restructuring’

By Ochereome Nnanna After one year of silence, Vice President Atiku Abubakar seized the opportunity of a book launch in Abuja last week to break his silence. He reviewed the state of the nation under President Muhammadu Buhari, which is what pretty much everyone else has done in the past one week. Former Vice President... Read More

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Report: Buhari also has a ‘terrible cough’, may have surgery in London

According to Sahara Reporters, President Muhammadu Buhari’s illness may be worse than Nigerians have been told. The President on Monday, travelled out of Nigeria to the United Kingdom to treat a niggling ear infection, which he has already received treatment for in the country. But the online platform reports that the President’s condition could be... Read More

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‘In the next few months, we should see some changes’ – VP Osinbajo

Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo has informed Nigerians that releasing the names of treasury looters “may jeopardize ongoing investigations.” Nigerians reacted with dissatisfaction when the federal government released the figures of cash and assets recovered from looters but ailed to reveal the names of those who embezzled the funds. Speaking during a meeting with a... Read More

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The Green Campus Initiative celebrates World Environment Day

The World Environment Day (WED) is the United Nations’ most important day for encouraging worldwide awareness and action for the protection of our environment. Since it began in 1974, it has grown to become a global platform for public outreach that is celebrated widely in over 100 countries. It serves as a ‘people’s day’ for... Read More

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If I’m assassinated, hold El-Rufai responsible – Sani Shehu

Senator Shehu Sani’s rift with the Kaduna state governor, Nasir El-Rufai is well documented and has been largely political. However, according to the Senator representing Kaduna Central, the Governor threatened his life by describing him and his political associates as “ants he will match and crush”. Sani, speaking through his special adviser, political and ideology,... Read More

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‘As a human being, Buhari is entitled to rest… pray for him’ – Presidency

The Presidency has urged Nigerians to offer prayers for President Muhammadu Buhari as he travels abroad for see specialists over a niggling ear infection. Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, on Monday, reiterated the fact that Buhari is not ill, while stressing that it is not the right word to... Read More

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Niger Delta militants vow to destroy Presidential Villa, DHQ, National Assembly, others

Militant group, Joint Niger Delta Liberation Force, JNDLF, has released a statement, indicating its intention to destroy the National Assembly, Presidential Villa, Central Bank of Nigeria, military formations in several states and other major government structures. The militant group had last week, threatened to test 6 missiles in the Niger Delta region from Tuesday, June... Read More

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Skales to remain with Baseline records, signs new management deal

It appears everything has now been resolved between Skales and his record label, Baseline music following a new management/PR deal with Upfront and Personal Bookings. Upfront and Personal is led by renowned entertainment mogul, Paul Okoye a.k.a Paulo. From all indications, Osagie Osarenkhoe has now been sacked by Skales and the label See pictures from... Read More

Pius Adesanmi: How to spend recovered looted funds

by Pius Adesanmi Well, we finally got a partial list and a partially fulfilled promise from the Buhari administration after the President’s compulsory rite of passage in his dealings with the people: the own goal of making promises nobody asked you to make and then having to be dragged kicking and screaming to fulfill your... Read More

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Skales’ manager, Osagie Osarenkhoe finally resurfaces

The past few days have been horrid for Skales’ manager, Osagie Osarenkhoe, following her and client’s ordeal with the police over fraudulent accusations by record company, Baseline Music. After staying mute on the matter throughout last week, Osagie has resurfaced on Twitter. Today is her birthday and she has come out of hiding to thank her creator... Read More

How 2 Covenant University graduates drowned in Elegushi beach

Two ladies, Sola Ogunmefun and Funmi Odusina went to the beach on Sunday, June 5th like everyone else to celebrate their friend’s birthday. While at the beach, they resorted to taking pictures but unbeknownst to them, a huge tide was approaching. The tide swept them away into the ocean only to bring back their lifeless bodies.... Read More

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Get a free phone cover with every ‘Samsung Galaxy’ smartphone you buy

You can now get a free phone cover with every Samsung Galaxy A 2016 (A3, A5, A7) Smartphone you purchase. The Galaxy A 2016 series (A3, A5, A7) smartphones are popular for their excellent design. Samsung has combined metal and glass finish to give you the ultimate premium, classy and super-stylish Smartphone. Other amazing features include fingerprint... Read More

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Did Raymond Dokpesi escape an assassination attempt?

Former Chairman of Daar Communications, Raymond Dokpesi, has reportedly escaped an assassination attempt after unidentified gun men allegedly shot at his car, killing a police guard in the process. According to The Signal, four armed men in a Honda Accord car accosted and shot the policeman attached to the security detail of Dokpesi, Sergeant Den... Read More

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Nollywood actor, Jide Kosoko’s wife dies

Henrietta Kosoko, the wife of Nollywood actor, Jide Kosoko, is dead. Henrietta, also an actress, was reported to have given up the ghost on Monday morning. The deceased, who’s a veteran in the Nigerian movie industry, celebrated her 53rd birthday last week. She slumped at home and was rushed to the hospital where she was... Read More

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GTB boss, Segun Agbaje named African Banker of the year

The Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Guaranty Trust Bank PLC, Segun Agbaje, has been named as the 2016 African Banker of the year at the 2016 African Banker Awards, which took place at the Africa Development Bank’s annual meeting on 25th May, 2016 in Lusaka, Zambia. The award is aimed at recognizing achievements... Read More

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Toke Makinwa files for divorce from estranged husband, Maje Ayida

Ubiquitous media personality, Toke Makinwa has filed for divorce from her estranged husband, Maje Ayida. Toke has been separated from her husband since 2015 when it was discovered that Maje cheated on her with another woman, Anita Solomon, whom he got pregnant in the process. After several reports that the couple may have reunited, it... Read More

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Same sex marriage: ‘Every Nigerian deserves to be treated equally, without discrimination’ – Jonathan

Former President Goodluck Jonathan, on Monday, disclosed that he signed the same sex marriage prohibition bill into law because he respected the will of Nigerians and the rule of law. The former President said this while speaking on Democracy and Equality at the Bloomberg studios in London. The speech, which was titled “Civis Nigerianus Sum”... Read More

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Double jeopardy: Dasuki begs court to merge his charges

Embattled former National Security Adviser, Colonel Mohammed Sambo Dasuki, on Monday, prayed a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja to consolidate the criminal charges brought against him. Dasuki, who is facing two criminal charges of corruption and breach of trust, has been granted bail by three different high courts but has remained in government custody... Read More

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‘I’m being investigated’ | Goodluck Jonathan opens up on corruption, Nigeria’s economy

Former President, Goodluck Jonathan has revealed that he is being investigated by the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari. In an interview with Bloomberg TV on Monday, Jonathan said corruption has been prevalent in Nigeria since the country got independence. He however, noted that his much-maligned administration fought the scourge of corruption “very well” while adding... Read More

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Wanted militant leader, Tompolo ‘is in Libya’

Government Ekpemupolo, a former militant leader popularly known as Tompolo, has managed to flee the shores of Nigeria for North African country, Libya. Tompolo, a ‘former’ militant leader, has been declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission in a bid to prosecute him on corruption and fraud charges. Since a bench warrant for... Read More

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‘I haven’t gotten any house from Sujimoto’ – Unilag First Class graduate

On Sunday’s episode of Rubbin’ Minds, Ayodele Dada, the 5.0 GPA student revealed to the presenter, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu that the house promised him by Sujimoto, hasn’t been given to him. The house is a serviced luxury apartment in Victoria Island similar to the one Sujimoto promised Olajumoke Orisaguana, the bread-seller turned model. Watch. Sujimoto however, responded to the... Read More

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Opinion: An open letter to Babatunde Fashola – A solution to the metering problem

By Adetayo Adegbemle Dear Excellency, Babatunde Fashola, My name is Adetayo Adegbemle, the convener of PowerUp Nigeria, an Electricity Consumer Right Advocacy group that started its advocacy since January 2014, some few months after the Electric Power Sector Privatization came into effect, and I have since then gone public with various positions and recommendations for the... Read More

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Burna Boy’s ‘baby mama’ accuses him of raping a girl in the UK

Welcome to another episode of Stella Uju; the alleged baby mama versus Burna Boy, the runaway man. Stella took to her Instagram page on Monday morning to once again put Burna Boy on blast for allegedly neglecting her and refusing to own up to his responsibilities as a ‘father-in-waiting’. She also accused him of raping a girl in the UK... Read More

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Nigerian analyst emerges best in Africa

Nigerian analyst Adesoji Solanke, has bagged yet another award, as the best equity analyst in Africa at the annual Financial Mail Top Analyst Awards, Johannesburg. Mr Solanke was a nominee of The Future Awards Africa in the category of Young person of the year in 2015. This award is given to young individuals in Africa... Read More

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How I got the ‘best contract’ from Olamide – Lil Kesh (WATCH)

Lil Kesh was a guest on Sunday’s episode of “Rubbin Minds” on Channels TV with Ebuka Obi-Uchendu. While on the show, the former YBNL artiste, and the host delved into the topic that has caused so much debate in the industry – contractual agreements between artistes and record labels. In the course of the discussion,... Read More

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Don Jazzy, Blossom Chukwumerije, IK Ogbonna, others attend ‘Ghana Must Go’ premiere (PHOTOS)

The Ghana Must Go movie screening took place at the Genesis Deluxe Cinemas in Lekki on Saturday June 4th. The premiere attracted a lot of stars from both the Nigerian movie and music industry as well as the Ghanaian movie industry. Here are photos from the event below.

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