President Muhammadu Buhari further justified his stance on the devaluation of the naira on Friday, when he met with retired permanent secretaries in Abuja. The President said the Nigerian currency was strong until he was removed as head of state in 1985. Buhari maintained that he’s still not convinced that a large percentage of Nigerians... Read More

January 21, 2016

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Why it took 30 years to reward 1985 Golden Eaglets – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari has fulfilled his 30-year monetary promise to Nigeria’s U-16 national team that won the maiden edition of the FIFA Youth Championship in 1985. The President also rewarded Nigerian athletes that excelled in 2015- in football, basketball, wrestling, scrabble, and other sports. The presentation was made on Thursday, at the Banquet Hall, Presidential... Read More

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March 24, 2013

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Oops! In 1985 a magazine predicted Michael Jackson’s 2000 look (SNAPSHOT)

A magazine made a prediction over 25 years ago that would seem ridiculous today. According to Ebony Magazine, Michael Jackson was expected to age gracefully, merely becoming a more distinguished, mature and masculine version of what he was at that time. In 1985, Michael was at the peak of his fame, having just released the... Read More

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