Opinion: Buhari’s win is Tinubu’s Loss… but Lagos can’t be the bonus

by Dotun Aina In every contest between two contenders there must be a winner and ultimately a loser. The actions of the winner in victory are as important as those of the loser… In every contest between two contenders there must be a winner and ultimately a loser. The actions of the winner in victory... Read More

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April 8, 2015

Opinion: Counting the lives lost in election violence

by Kayode Komolafe The costs of the elections are not anymore limited to time, energy and money. Now, the costs could also be measured in blood and tears. This is a dark side of the nation’s political reality. There is justifiable euphoria in the land. The obvious reason is that the prediction of doom about... Read More

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April 8, 2015

THE 2015 TRACKLIST: IGP wants us to know that Akiolu didn’t threaten Igbos | Death follows Fayose’s impeachment saga in Ekiti | Buhari tells us he will bring down dollar rate | More stories

As you count down to the April General Elections, we show you what to read and what to skip today. IGP wants us to now that Akiolu didn’t threaten Igbos. Leadership We are sorry for Oba of Lagos’s threat, APC apolgises to Igbos. ThisDay Death follows Fayose’s impeachment saga in Ekiti. ThisDay Buhari tells us... Read More

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April 8, 2015

She’s engaged to be married and 5 other things you should know about the honest airport cleaner

by Anike Jacobs For some weeks now, Mrs Josephine Ugwu has been the major topic of discussion on social media platforms and the reason is not far fetched – she did what not many Nigerians will do! She returned a whooping N12 million she found in a toilet to its owner. A a result, the... Read More

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April 8, 2015

Is Timaya expecting baby number 2 with…? (LOOK)

by Anike Jacobs A picture of Timaya‘s baby mama Barbara has made it’s way online and it has left us wondering if she is pregnant again. In it, we can see a somewhat pregnant Barbara, wearing a “mummy to be” sash, over a floral dress. The picture is not on her Instagram page, however she is rocking... Read More

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April 8, 2015

Apparently, the IG of Police doesn’t want to get involved in the Oba of Lagos’ scandal

by Anike Jacobs Inspector General of Police, Suleiman Abba has reacted to Oba Rilwan Akiolu’s controversial threat to Igbos. While fielding fielded questions from journalists on Tuesday, the IGP said the royal father did not threaten Igbos resident in Lagos State. He said the royal father has denied the allegations. According to Leadership.ng, he said... Read More

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April 8, 2015

How 14-year-old boy was killed for refusing to join cult group (PICTURED)

by Anike Jacobs A 14 year old boy identified as David Okon has been stabbed to death by members of a Cross Rivers state based cult group, Skylo, for refusing to join the cult group. According to Mr Henry Fadairo, the state Police commissioner who spoke to the Sun newspapers, David was stabbed to death... Read More

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April 8, 2015

Finally, VP Sambo may have something (important) to do for Nigerians

by James Sambo After being un-felt in his almost 6-years as vice president, Namadi Sambo may soon be handed a chance to create a bit of history for himself. It is believed that President Goodluck Jonathan may possibly appoint Vice-President Namadi Sambo to head the transition committee he’ll set up to oversee a smooth handover of power... Read More

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April 8, 2015

It’s deeper than you think – Read what Osun APC is saying to Igbos about Oba Akiolu

by Kolapo Olapoju At a time when conversation is at its peak and tribal tensions at a fever-pitch over the threats uttered by the Oba of Lagos against the Igbos; a period when everyone seems to be going ballistic about the ‘perish in the lagoon’ threat,- APC is saying that, you’re all overreacting. The Osun state chapter... Read More

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April 8, 2015

Demola Rewaju: Buhari’s win is Tinubu’s loss, but Lagos cannot be the bonus

by Demola Rewaju The arguments being made presently that Lagos should align with the centre is very clearly a self-serving one which was never made in the 16 years while PDP was at the centre. In every contest between two contenders there must be a winner and ultimately a loser. The actions of the winner... Read More

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April 8, 2015

Kayode Komolafe: Let’s remember the victims of electoral violence

by Kayode Komolafe As political parties and their candidates gird their loins for the Saturday election, it is important to intensify the campaign against electoral violence. There is justifiable euphoria in the land. The obvious reason is that the prediction of doom about the March 28 presidential election has mercifully failed to come to pass.... Read More

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April 8, 2015

Is Edwin Clark playing a long game with Buhari or what? || Read his message to the President-elect

by Kolapo Olapoju Don’t misunderstand Edwin Clark, but he will work with Buhari. Ijaw National leader and former Pro-Jonathan supporter, Edwin Clark, has informed President-elect, Muhammadu Buhari, that he believes in the unity of Nigeria and as such, will give him 100 per cent support as he governs Nigeria. Clark said he supported late President, Alhaji Umaru... Read More

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April 8, 2015

OBJ and GMB held a secret meeting in Lagos yesterday…

by Kolapo Olapoju A private meeting was held without the presence of any external person(s), between former President, Olusegun Obasanjo and President-elect, Muhammadu Buhari, in Lagos. The pair reportedly met at the Presidential wing of the Murtala Muhammed Airport for almost an hour. The sit-down between the two ex-Generals took place on Tuesday, April 8,... Read More

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April 8, 2015

GEJ is not playing with some politicians in this new statement

by Damilola Jagun President Jonathan is livid, with troublesome politicians, people fanning the flames of tribalism, and those persecuting key players in his administration. The President has asked for peace and orderliness in the run-up to Saturday’s election, while also giving a stern warning to the instigators and perpetrators of crisis. A statement was released to... Read More

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