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December 20, 2015

‘We didn’t know it was part of arms procurement funds’ | Sun Newspaper returns N9m

The management of the Sun Newspaper have announced the return of the N9million compensation it received from the Newspaper Proprietors Association of Nigeria (NPAN). The N9 million was given to the newspaper house from the office of the embattled former National Security Adviser, Sambo Dasuki. The money was meant to serve as compensation given to... Read More
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December 20, 2015

‎Asiwaju Tinubu, Chude Jideonwo, Japheth Omojuwa, Yemi Adamolekun, others to speak as Prof. Segun Gbadegesin launches ‘All The Way: Serving With Conscience’‎

Prof. Segun Gbadegesin will be celebrating his 70th  birthday  with the launch of his book titled “All The Way: Serving With Conscience” on Monday, December 21, 2015 at Nigerian Institute of International Affairs – 13 Kofo Abayomi Street Victoria Island, Lagos. Segun Gbadegesin was part of Radio Kudirat, NADECO, Egbe Omo Yoruba and has written... Read More
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December 20, 2015

Toke Makinwa, OC Ukeje, Michelle Dede, Isoken Ogiemwonyi others step out for Zazaii official opening (PHOTOS)

ZAZAII, the flagship store for contemporary and high end ready-to-wear womenswear, menswear and accessories from foremost African fashion, lifestyle and beauty brands, celebrated its official opening on Friday December 18, 2015 at its flagship store in Victoria Island, Lagos. The evening which was a mix of music, cocktails and shopping had Toke Makinwa, Michelle Dede,... Read More
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December 20, 2015

Ben Carson says Nigeria is not safe

Retired Neurosurgeon and American presidential aspirant, Ben Carson has canceled his trip to Nigeria over security concerns. Carson, a Republican party contender for the White House, was scheduled to visit Nigeria, Israel, Kenya and Zambia between December 27 – January 3, but that is no longer feasible. Doug Watts, a spokesman for Carson said the trip was cancelled... Read More
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December 20, 2015

I’ll defeat Dickson as I’ve done before – Sylva

The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Timipre Sylva says he would defeat Seriake Dickson in any electoral contest. This was disclosed on Saturday, in a statement released by the Director of Media for the Sylva/Igiri, Chief Nathan Egba. Sylva accused the PDP of propaganda and underhand tactics but said his party will remain undaunted and... Read More
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December 20, 2015

Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Aishah Ahmed, Abimbola Adebakin others speak at SME100 Women’s conference (PHOTOS)

Recognizing the growing strength of the female economy and the important role women play in the development of the African continent, SME 100 Nigeria presented the 2015 executive conference for women. Over 250 Small and medium female entrepreneur were in attendance. The conference held in Victoria Island, Lagos Nigeria.   The SME 100 Women’s conference... Read More
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December 20, 2015

Jonathan’s presidential campaign fund to be probed by EFCC

As part of the ongoing investigation into the arms procurement funds diversion, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission is set to investigate the source of the 2015 presidential campaign funds of former President Goodluck Jonathan. The discovery that several chieftains of the former ruling party received funds from the office of the former National Security Adviser, Sambo Dasuki, for... Read More
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December 20, 2015

Nollywood hunk, Blossom Chukwujekwu gets hitched to lover in low-key ceremony (PHOTOS)

Sorry ladies, but the Nollywood hunk is off the market as he’s gotten married to his beau in a quiet traditional marriage ceremony. Blossom Chukwujekwu, who is up for Best Actor in a Drama at the AVMCA 2016 for his role in ‘Falling’ wedded his longtime girlfriend Maureen Ezissi at undisclosed location with close friends and family.... Read More
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December 20, 2015

Igbo leaders take common stand on pro-Biafra protests, Nnamdi Kanu and Nigeria

Prominent Igbo leaders, on Saturday, met in Lagos to deliberate on issues affecting the South-East region and take a collective position on how to address these issues. At the meeting which was convened by Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu under the auspices of Concerned Igbo Elders, Traditional Rulers and Stakeholders, the Igbo leaders A communique... Read More
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December 20, 2015

How gunmen abducted Governor Dickson’s sister

Nancy Keme Dickson, the sister of Bayelsa state governor, Seriake Dickson, has been abducted. Nancy Dickson and her sales girl were kidnapped by armed men at the Okaka suburb of Yenagoa, Vanguard reports. About four gunmen were said to have trailed Keme to her shop at about 2.50pm in a  Lexus Jeep on Saturday, where she was grabbed, snatched... Read More
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December 19, 2015

#YNaijaOnTheScene: Olamide dwarfs Davido, Wizkid and 8 other highlights of Rhythm Unplugged 2015

The widely anticipated annual comedy and music event, Rhythm Unplugged took place at the Eko Hotel and Suites on Saturday, December 18. The event which was hosted by comedians, Basketmouth and Bovi featured performances from Davido, Wizkid, Psquare, Buchi, I Go Dye, Kiss Daniel, Runtown and American singer, Trey Songz amongst others. For those who couldn’t make it, YNaija is... Read More
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December 19, 2015

Chelsea back to winning ways, Guus Hiddink takes over as coach

Chelsea football club of England won their first post-Jose Mourinho match as they defeated Sunderland 3-1. Jose Mourinho was sacked on Thursday after presiding over a disastrous start to the 2014/2015 season. The victory comes as Chelsea announced the appointment of Guus Hiddink as interim manager until the end of the season. “I am excited... Read More
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December 19, 2015

Buratai, Army chief’s village attacked by Boko Haram [DETAILS]

The hometown of Chief of Army Staff, Major General Tukur Buratai, was attacked by Boko Haram insurgents in the wee hours of Saturday. The attack led to a firefight between the insurgents and soldiers as residents of Buratai fled to other villages. A resident of the nearby hamlet of Miringa, Abubakar Umar disclosed to to AFP... Read More
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December 19, 2015

RED TV, the future of entertainment is here (PHOTOS)

RED TV, the most complete entertainment platform to hit the internet, was launched on Friday, December 18, at the UBA House, in Marina, Lagos. The United Bank for Africa initiative is an online platform that will syndicate fresh and exciting African content. Although with an African focus- RED TV which showcases the best in entertainment,... Read More
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December 19, 2015

Trey Songz officially confirms collaboration with Davido

Davido must be holding his head high and laughing at critics who may have felt the star was simply blabbing when he announced a prospective collaboration with American singer, Trey Songz. Although Trey had earlier revealed that he’s working with Davido on a project, he however, confirmed the collaboration on Saturday night, when he brought out the O.B.O to perform with him... Read More
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December 19, 2015

Nigerian army shows mercy to 66 soldiers on death row

The Nigerian Army has shown mercy to 66 soldiers facing death sentences by reducing the jail term to 10 years. The Army disclosed this in a statement by the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Sani Usman, on Saturday. “The soldiers were arraigned on several count charges that include criminal conspiracy, conspiracy to commit mutiny, mutiny,... Read More
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December 19, 2015

DJ Cuppy may be working on a reality show

Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola aka DJ Cuppy is learning quite a few business tricks from her oil tycoon father; Femi Otedola. The Disc Jockey, who recently launched her own snap-back collection with emerging headgear brand, 24 may be spreading her wings with the prospective launch of a reality television show. The Kings College London graduate was spotted... Read More
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