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October 2, 2015

Besides Diezani, EFCC raids home of another major oil industry player

The home of Jide Omokore, owner of SPOG and Atlantic Energy, was raided on Friday, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. Omokore’s home was being searched while EFCC operatives were at the Abuja home of former Petroleum Minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke. The SPOG boss is said to be one of the known business allies of Diezani.... Read More
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October 2, 2015

Diezani’s Abuja home sealed by EFCC

The Asokoro, Abuja home of former Petroleum Minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke, has been sealed. Officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission had carried out a comprehensive search of her home, hours after she was arrested in the United Kingdom. Diezani was arrested in London on Friday morning, by the International Corruption Unit (ICU) of the National Crimes Agency at... Read More
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October 2, 2015

And the wickedly hilarious memes roll out for Diezani’s arrest – Top 10

Nigerians have gone berserk with excitement over the arrest of former Minister of Petroleum, Diezani Alison-Madueke. Diezani was apprehended in London, on Friday morning by the International Corruption Unit of the United Kingdom National Crimes Agency. Once the news went viral in Nigeria, Twitter-folks came to the party, ready to devour. And devour they did, with the... Read More
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October 2, 2015

EFCC carries out search on Diezani’s home in Abuja

Officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have carried out a comprehensive search of the home of former Petroleum Minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke. The search of Diezani’s residence in Asokoro, Abuja, was conducted on Friday evening. Diezani was arrested in London, on Friday morning by the International Corruption Unit of the United Kingdom National Crimes Agency. The EFCC were... Read More
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October 2, 2015

Former Petroleum Minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke arrested in London

The former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, has reportedly been arrested in London, for alleged money laundering. Diezani was said to have been apprehended alongside four others, on Friday by the United Kingdom National Crimes Agency. Premium Times reports that Diezani’s arrest was confirmed by two top British officials in London. It is believed that Diezani’s arrest... Read More
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October 2, 2015

Opinion: Imo State Ganja weed government (Part 1)

Two months ago the mass of Imo poor and oppressed working people, including pensioners trooped out in thousands to emphatically reject the nonpayment of salaries and pension in the state via street protests and other forms of demonstrations. Governor Okorocha could not pay pension and salaries because he plunged Imo state into total indebtedness and financial... Read More
October 2, 2015

Krystn Enem’s show debuts on Africa Magic Urban

Ever wondered about the experience of watching young people with amazing craft go about their daily businesses? The Krystn Enem show takes you to the very heart of this young entrepreneurs and the fantastic craft they create. On Season 2 of Krystn Enem Show, expect to be blown away by the wealth of young African talent showcased.... Read More
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October 2, 2015

APC says everything you’ve read about ministerial list is speculation

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has advised Nigerians to disregard the ministerial list being peddled around in the media. The ruling party says the country should be patient and wait for the official announcement of President Buhari’s ministerial nominees by the Senate on Tuesday, October 6. The party stated this on Thursday, through the National Publicity Secretary, Lai Mohammed on... Read More
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October 2, 2015

“If they chose to fight dirty, I will meet them” | Ooni of Ife candidate blows hot

One of the contestants for the seat of the Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Ogunwusi is enmeshed in a fraud allegation scandal. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has begun investigation into allegations of forgery, fraudulent conversion and obtaining the sum of N400 million by false pretense against Ogunwusi and his firm, Metropole Interproject Limited.... Read More
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October 2, 2015

“Flat shoes ain’t my portion” | One fall can’t stop Denrele

Last week, Denrele was on stage, doing the same thing he’s been doing for years- so everything should ordinarily go the usual way- but this time around it didn’t- he fell. https://instagram.com/p/8Fvq3IqhdT/?taken-by=denrele_edun Having moved on from the fall, Denrele feigned as if he hadn’t, to his fans. https://instagram.com/p/8TVLXlKhZ1/?taken-by=denrele_edun And then, he threw it in their faces; ‘Flat... Read More
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October 2, 2015

Faragon Series: Inside Danfo

Commuting in Lagos is definitely more than just going getting into a vehicle and getting to your destination. Being a bus especially the yellow painted Danfo can present its own drama. Danfo is becoming synonymous with commuting in Lagos. For those who don’t have private cars, the choice commercial vehicle that tops the list is... Read More
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October 2, 2015

Africabeta is tomorrow!

The inaugural edition of AfricaBeta, hosted by TechCabal in partnership with WeChat, is finally here. The event is scheduled to hold tomorrow on the 3rd of October, 2015 in Lagos, Nigeria. AfricaBeta is a conference that will showcase the companies and individuals that are pushing the frontier, influencing how Africans experience a life in which... Read More
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October 2, 2015

Opinion: Don’t stone Bukola Saraki, recall him

‘Vox Populi Vox Dei’ (The Voice of the people is the Voice of God)-Archbishop of Canterbury,Walter Reynolds (1327) The truth is Bukola Saraki’s tenure as Senate President was always going to be an unpleasant one. The man and his cohorts abstained from a meeting convened by President Buhari, conducted an ‘Emergency’ Election and made their... Read More
October 2, 2015

THE YNAIJA TRACKLIST: Why Buhari’s ministerial list is incomplete| Cleric, 70, gains freedom | Obama blasts US Congress | More stories

Could this be the reason Buhari sent 21 names to the Senate first? YNaija Another Boko Haram fuel dump uncovered in Maiduguri. Leadership Obasanjo advises us 7 issues we dare not toy with. YNaija Amaechi gives a word of advise, seeks support for PMB. Leadership Independence celebration: El-Rufai takes a swipe at GEJ for spending... Read More
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October 2, 2015

Perhaps, Fayose was right to cancel Independence celebration in Ekiti

When Governor Ayo Fayose cancelled all forms of celebration to commemorate the Independence Day in Ekiti state, not a few persons thought he was being overtly dramatic. Fayose had said: “I do not think it is proper to engage in jamboree when it is becoming increasingly difficult to pay workers salaries. “The current situation demands sober... Read More
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