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The Big 5: Jonathan offered me $5m in 2014 – Hamzat; Obasanjo says Igbos should be given a chance at the centre | Other top stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured an interim order to seize the $2.8 million which its operatives recently…
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The Big 5: President Buhari states why he won 2015 election; Kashamu at loggerheads with PDP | Other top stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today. The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) through its President, Rev. Samson Ayokunle Monday advised Nigerians not to vote for any desperate presidential candidate…
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South-East was my stronghold, I didn’t need you to win it | Jonathan blasts Okorocha
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has denied reports that he attempted to bribe Imo State governor, Rochas Okorocha ahead of the 2015 Presidential election. Background: Jonathan was reacting to an allegation…
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Did Patience really cost Goodluck Jonathan the 2015 elections or are these politicians just deluded?
by Soma Oj. There's absolutely no drama as interesting as the theatrics of Nigerian politicians - look no further than the case of the questionable-degree-holder named Dino Melaye and his…
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How Jonathan used Boko Haram insurgency as an ATM – Obasanjo
by Dolapo Adelana Former president Olusegun Obasanjo has said immediate past president, Goodluck Jonathan turned the Boko Haram insurgency as a means to pilfer the nation's funds. Obasanjo said this in a…
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Nigerians voted you out, Mu’azu replies Jonathan
by Dolapo Adelana A former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ahmadu Adamu Mu'azu has denied betraying immediate past president, Goodluck Jonathan. In a statement on his Facebook page,…
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The Thread: “I had zero effect on the 2015 elections,” @omojuwa declares
We are not certain what inspired this thread but it seems Japheth Omojuwa wants to clear the air on his role in the 2015 elections that delivered the presidency to…
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Blame Jonathan, not Buhari for Nigeria’s economic woes – Father Mbaka
Popular Catholic Priest and Spiritual Director of the Adoration Ministry, Enugu, Rev. Fr. Ejike Mbaka, has once again denied rumours that he received money from Buhari or the All Progressives…
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Buhari thanks US for 2015 elections, Nigeria’s democracy
President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday in Abuja expressed appreciation for the important role the United States Government played in the success of the 2015 general elections in Nigeria. Receiving the…
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Nigeria’s security agencies shared N16.5bn for ‘2015 elections logistics’
In continuation of the anti-corruption crusade of President Muhammadu Buhari's administration, anti-graft investigators have discovered that N16.5 billion was allegedly released to the Nigeria Police, Nigerian Air Force, Nigerian Army…
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Opinion: What should be expected from the APC government?
by Adisa Adeleye There is no doubt that the new government will be confronted with the vexatious question of the “conditions of the Nigerian Question”. Put simply, Why is Nigeria…
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#NigeriaDecides: Could this be the reason why GEJ lost at the Presidential Villa polling units?
by Chinwe Okafor The final result announced at the two polling units at the Presidential Villa Saturday night saw the Peoples Democratic Party candidate, President Goodluck Jonathan lose to the…
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Chioma Ogwuegbu: Why I choose Gen. Buhari over Goodluck Jonathan
by Chioma Ogwuegbu Buhari with his current team can put a stop to this journey towards destruction. For this reason, I choose General Muhammad Buhari, to bring Nigeria back to…
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Why not vote for ‘Change and Transformation’ (WATCH)
by Chinwe Okafor Ayo Akinwande is a creative photographer who has created an inspiring photograph for the 2015 elections with a short video describing it. According to him as to the…
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Pastor Paul Adefarasin tells us why he won’t vote on March 28
by Mark Bassey Pastor Paul Adefarasin, has revealed that he will not participate in the March 28 elections. The Senior Pastor of House on the Rock Church, took time out…
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Gov. Al-Makura assures that IDPs will vote in the elections
by Ranti Joseph The Governor of Nasarawa State, Tanko Al-Makura, on Friday has assured the people of the state that security measures will be put in place to ensure that…
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PDP says APC’s manifesto is simply unrealistic
by Ranti Joseph The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Wednesday has described the manifesto of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as unrealistic, saying it is meant to deceive and misdirect…
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Jonathan’s re-election will ensure stability – Pro-GEJ group
by Ranti Joseph Jonathan Youth Vanguard, a group in support for the re-election of President Goodluck Jonathan on Wednesday assured Nigerians that Jonathan’s re-election will ensure stable democracy and progress…
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2015: INEC, military meet ahead of elections
by Ranti Joseph The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Monday met with the nation’s security agencies ahead of the rescheduled elections in March and April. The meeting, under the…
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Why my aide was abducted by gunmen – Amaechi explains
by Ranti Joseph The Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, on Monday said that the abduction of his Deputy Chief Press Secretary, Freddy Ndigbara, was politically motivated. Amaechi, who spoke through…
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Buhari will never be Nigeria’s president – Fayose goes spiritual on us (READ)
by Ranti Joseph Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose on Sunday has said that the hope of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to seize power in Nigeria, using Muhammadu Buhari will…
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INEC should accept responsibility and stop shifting blame – Ekiti PDP chieftain
by Ranti Joseph A former senator, Festus Bode-Ola on Sunday has advised INEC to test run its card readers before using them for upcoming election. Bode Ola, the former representative…
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INEC REC explains all you need to know about your PVC
by Ranti Joseph The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Saturday has called on eligible voters across the country to exercise care in handling their Permanent Voter Cards so as…
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Election violence: APC drags Gov. Fayose before the NHRC
by Ranti Joseph The All Progressives Congress on Friday petitioned the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) over alleged attacks on its members and supporters in Ekiti State by Governor Ayo…
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Gov. Amosun raises alarm over fake voters’ cards
by Ranti Joseph Governor Ibikunle Amosun of Ogun State, on Wednesday has raised alarm that no fewer than 600,000 fake Permanent Voter Cards, PVCs, had been uncovered in the state.…
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After yesterday’s defection, this is what the House of Reps membership structure looks like
by Ranti Joseph Six Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) members of the House of Representatives on Tuesday have defected to other political parties. The Speaker, Aminu Tambuwal, announced the defection of…
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This guy wants elections postponed – and he has a t-shirt to prove his point (LOOK)
by Damilola Jagun Recently, there have been calls for election postponement from various quarters, most especially the presidency. As the discourse on the issue gains momentum, many Nigerians are forced…
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Opinion: Kaduna and the threat of election violence
by Yusuf Ishaku Goje With the passing of each day, the tension soaked state of Kaduna is experiencing one form of political vibration or the other as the 2015 general…
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Reno Omokri: Why use the broom when you can go with the vacuum cleaner instead?
by Reno Omokri These examples show that with a broom, you will work harder, but with a vacuum cleaner which President Jonathan and the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP represent, you…
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Pres. Jonathan meets with John Kerry in Lagos (See Photos)
by Kolapo Olapoju The United States Secretary of State, John Kerry, visited Lagos today, Sunday, January 25, to meet with President Goodluck Jonathan, ahead of the upcoming polls. Jonathan met…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy