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Muslim groups call for shift of NYSC orientation till after Ramadan

by Omoleye Omoruyi Da’Wah Co-Ordination Coordination council of Nigeria, a coalition of Muslim groups, has asked that the Acting President, Yemi Osinbajo, to shift the date for the planned National…

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The Thread: Melania “curves” Trump in Israel [WATCH]

President Trump and the First Lady, Melania Trump have been on an international tour around the world. His first stop was Saudi Arabia, where he signed stayed for two days.…

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Vera Ezimora: Be careful who you do play-play husband & wife with

by Vera Ezimora Last week, BankyW broke the Nigerian internet when he announced his engagement to Adesua. Then over the weekend, the introduction happened. Nigerians are so excited about Banky’s…

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FUTA reinstates suspended bursar

The Federal University of Technology governing council has reinstated the suspended bursar of the institution, Emmanuel Oresegun. The Minister of Education, Mallam Adamu Adamu had suspended Oresegun and the Vice Chancellor, Prof.…

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Man, 31, beats parents for their inability to provide him food

by Omoleye Omoruyi Mohammed Luqman, 31, was on Monday, arraigned at the Grade 1 Area Court at Karu in Abuja, for allegedly beating up his parents. The parents, Musa and Amina…

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Police arrest 50 pro-Biafra agitators in Ebonyi

by Azeez Adeniyi The Police in Ebonyi has arrested at least fifty pro-Biafra agitators during a rally in in Abakaliki. The agitators were reportedly arrested while moving towards Ohaukwu, the gateway…

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Buhari’s #MadeInNigeria drugs: Why we all pounced on Lai Mohammed

by Ayomide Ekerin I feel sorry for Lai. Sometimes I picture his face whenever Nigerians take him to the cleaners on social media concerning something he said—or didn’t say. I…

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[The Church Blog]: What’s this thing with Holy Ghost fire?

Brothers and sisters, still in the mood of prayer, you would lift up your hands into the third heavens and shout like you really want God to listen to you…

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The Thread: This is for those who don’t know the difference between satire and comedy

Saturday Night Live, The Daily Show, The Tonight show all anchored by comedians/satirists are making waves in America currently, thanks to President Trump's continual gaffes. These shows are predominantly based…

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Tinubu sponsors air freight of Moji Olaiya’s body back to Nigeria

by Azeez Adeniyi Former governor of Lagos State, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu on Monday paid for the air freight of Nollywood actress, Moji Olaiya's corpse back to Nigeria. The actress died…

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Dad finds his £5,500 ripped to pieces by son in China

by Omoleye Omoruyi A Chinese man, Gao, came in after his son's playtime and discovered his banknotes torn to pieces across his bed and floor in China, Metro reports. Gao…

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Dangote, Osinbajo, IBB save Emir Sanusi from probe

by Azeez Adeniyi The Kano State Assembly has suspended its ongoing probe of the Emir of Kano, Sanusi Muhammadu II. The state anti-corruption agency had suspended its probe on Sanusi…

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Lesley Nneka Arimah is carving out a niche in Literature

by Rachel Ogbu Lesley Nneka Arimah has been shortlisted for this year’s Caine Prize for African Writing. Now in its 18th year, the shortlist was announced by the chair of…

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Photos from President Trump’s first foreign trip abroad

by Itunuoluwa Adebo President Trump set out May 19 on his first foreign trip abroad since he assumed office in January. The nine-day trip would feature visits to Saudi-Arabia, Israel, Belgium,…

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Indonesian police arrests 141 over gay claims

by Omoleye Omoruyi The Police in Indonesia have arrested 141 men who reportedly attended a 'gay sex party' in the capital Jakarta on Sunday, BBC reports. The report says the…

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[The Alausa Blog]: Photos of Ambode,Tinubu at the 2017 Eyo Festival #LagosAt50

The Eyo festival 2017 was a beautiful, colorful celebration, as part of activities to celebrate the ongoing Lagos at 50 celebrations. The event held  Saturday, at the Tafawa Balewa Square(TBS)…

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Fayose’s decision to probe my govt will be futile – Fayemi

by Azeez Adeniyi The Minister of Mines and Steel Development, Kayode Fayemi has said Ekiti governor, Ayodele Fayose's decision to probe his administration will be futile. In a statement by…

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[The Sexuality Blog]: Cassper Nyovest is putting his money where his mouth is, and standing with women

Women have been vocal for decades about how the system needs to change. They have challenged legislation, physically protested, mourned when they were killed and maimed by a system that…

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Opinion: Why should Buhari resign?

by Saheed Animashaun Na wa oo…African leaders and their sit-tightism” “E wo la tun rigbo oo” “Na your baba na!” “Which baba are you talking about?” “Your demi-god, Saibaba” “I have…

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President Trump’s flight to Israel may be a first in history

by Itunuoluwa  Adebo President Trump's flight from Saudi-Arabia to Israel, Monday may have been the first direct flight between the two countries in history, Fox reports.  The direct flight from…

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“33” Export Friendship Experience parties continues in Port Harcourt, Yola and Onitsha

“33” Export Friendship Experience parties continue to provide friends with the opportunity to connect, bond and share moments in Port Harcourt, Yola and Onitsha this Sunday, May 21, 2017. The experiential parties which…

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“They should not try it” | Tinubu warns against any coup

by Omoleye Omoruyi National Leader of All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has reproved the military against any coup attempt, saying Nigerians would not sit and watch it…

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Judicial officers are being castigated without being heard – CJN

by Azeez Adeniyi The Chief of Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Walter Onnoghen has said the judiciary is under threat as its officers were being accused of corrupt practices. Onnoghen said…

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Opinion: The significance of Trump’s visit to Saudi Arabia

By Ahmad Fagge It is no longer news that US President Donald Trump has arrived in Saudi Arabia on the first leg of his first foreign trip since becoming US…

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The Thread: “Dark ritual”, “Awesome cosmic powers” | Twitter is curious about this ‘ritual’ Trump performed in Saudi Arabia

At the inauguration of the Global Center for Combating Extremist Ideology in Saudi Arabia on Sunday, President Trump,  King Salman of Saudi Arabia and President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi of Egypt…

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Fayose constitutes panel to probe Fayemi

by Omoleye Omoruyi Governor of Ekiti state, Ayodele Fayose, has set up a panel to probe the former governor, Kayode Fayemi, who is the current minister of solid minerals and development.…

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‘For the second time in 2 weeks, President Buhari is dead’

by Azeez Adeniyi There have been rumours recently that President Muhammadu Buhari has died in London where he is currently on medical vacation. Buhari had returned to London on May…

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Supreme Court dismisses Sheriff’s motion to stop Makarfi’s appeal

by Omoleye Omoruyi The Supreme Court led by Justice Walter Onnoghen has struck out the application of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) chairman, Senator Ali Modu Sheriff, asking the court…

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We have your receipts: So Trump has no issues receiving money from those who “want women as slaves and to kill gays”

by Roqeebah Olaoniye Not to visit the sins of the father on the son, but too often, the Trumps leave us no choice. Ivanka Trump has adamantly vouched for her father's…

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“Skepta is not a rapper, he’s an activist” | British-Nigerian singer at the forefront of the grime scene

by Rachel Ogbu 34-year-old Joseph Adenuga better known by his stage name Skepta just won the Songwriter of the Year award, and Best Contemporary Song for Man at the prestigious…

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