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October 30, 2014

President Jonathan picks up N22 million presidential nomination

by Laila Ibrahim After receiving not less than N100 million from various groups and individuals, President Goodluck Jonathan has purchased the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP’s election nomination forms. Jonathan bought the form on Thursday, 30 October, at the ruling party’s national headquarters in Abuja. He expressed his gratitude to the donors of the funds which he used... Read More
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October 30, 2014

Friends again: SLS, Emir of Kano, visits President Jonathan in Aso Rock

by Laila Ibrahim Emir of Kano, Alhaji Mohammed Sanusi II has paid a visit to President Jonathan at Aso Rock Villa, in Abuja. The former Central Bank Governor went on the courtesy visit in the company of members of the Kano Emirate on Thursday, 29 October. It is believed among some quarters that the visit, is to make peace... Read More
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October 28, 2014

Again, @Atiku denies stories making the rounds that he’s leaving APC

by Akan Ido Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar has denied reports suggesting that he is planning to leave the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) if he fails to get the party’s nod to fly the its flag in next year’s Presidential election. Atiku, who is a frontrunner among the individuals positioning themselves to get the... Read More
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October 28, 2014

Kwankwaso declares interest in running for Nigeria’s Presidency

by Aminu Tukur The Governor of Kano State, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has formally declared his intention to contest for the Presidency on the platform of the All Progressives Congress. Kwankwaso made the declaration at the old parade ground in Abuja, while telling the mammoth crowd that he has worked ceaselessly to ensure infrastructural development in his state, as... Read More
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October 26, 2014

#TheYNaijaInterview: I am feminist, but we need to redefine that word – Adesuwa Onyenokwe

by Wilfred Okiche Adesuwa Onyenokwe, journalist, publisher, media mogul and all round superwoman recently celebrated TW magazine’s 7 year anniversary in grand style. We spoke with her about the tough, lonely world of magazine publishing, her dazzling return to television in the new talk show, Seriously Speaking and her thoughts on the whole feminist movement.... Read More
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October 25, 2014

We are loving President Jonathan’s outfit to Israel (LOOK)

by Damilola Jagun A Navy-blue suit and black bowler hat will do any day… President Goodluck Jonathan’s outfit to Israel is immaculate and sharp, while remaining presidential. The President arrived Israel on the night of Friday, 24 October, to undertake a brief pilgrimage, and his smart garb caught our attention. Jonathan was accompanied by the Chaplain... Read More
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October 24, 2014

Sudanese Ambassador to Nigeria dies in Abuja

by Azubuike Azikiwe   The Sudanese embassy has announced the passing of Dr Tagelsir Ali, the country’s Ambassador to Nigeria. The information was disemminated through the Media Adviser to the embassy, Mr Mohammed Abdulrahman, who disclosed that Ali died at the age of 66, at about 1a.m. on Friday, 24 October at the National Hospital,... Read More
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October 23, 2014

Finally, President Goodluck Jonathan declares to run for reelection

by Laila Ibrahim After much anticipation from several quarters, President Goodluck Jonathan has declared his interest in seeking a second term in office by contesting the 2015 presidential election. He made the declaration at the Presidential Villa, in Abuja on Thursday, 23 October, while also telling the Peoples Democratic Party leaders that he would endeavour... Read More
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October 23, 2014

N4,000 call-up fee is optional – NYSC DG tells Reps

by Isi Esene Brig. Gen. Johnson Olawumi, the Director General of the National Youth Service Corps has told the House of Representatives that the N4,000 fee levied on ‘corpers’ for their call-up letters will remain optional. Olawumi said this today while speaking at the hearing of a petition on the matter by the House Committee on... Read More
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October 22, 2014

Prostitutes in Abuja get 48-hour ultimatum to leave the city

by James Sambo Abuja prostitutes have been given a 48-hour ultimatum to leave the capital city, while their customers have also been threatened with the death sentence. The ultimatum was made by the Secretary for Social Development, Mrs. Blessing Onuh after an official visit to locations where prostitutes carry out their activities in the Federal Capital Territory. Onuh... Read More
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October 22, 2014

GEJ shuffles his cabinet | Who has moved where?

by Laila Ibrahim President Goodluck Jonathan has carried out a minor reshuffle in his cabinet following the resignation of seven ministers, who left to pursue political ambitions. Last week seven ministers including: Health’s, Onyebuchi Chukwu, State Niger Delta, Darius Ishaqu, State Trade and Investment, Samuel Ortom, State Education, Nyesom Wike, Information, Labaran Maku, Labour, Emeka... Read More
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October 22, 2014

Inspector-General of Police orders audit of force amouries

by Azubuike Azikiwe A comprehensive nationwide audit of the armouries of the Police force has been ordered by the Acting Inspector-General of Police, Mr Suleiman Abba. The directive was disseminated to the media on Wednesday, 22 October, through a statement released by the spokesperson of the Police force, Mr Emmanuel Ojukwu, ACP, in Abuja. According... Read More
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October 22, 2014

FG borrows more – “deploys” $14.1 billion for real sector of the economy

by James Sambo The Federal Government has deployed $14.1 billion to support the real sector of the economy. Speaking at the Finance Ministry’s ministerial press briefing on Tuesday, 22 October, in Abuja, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala said that the support was aimed at mobilising finance to bolster the real sector. She disclosed that most of the funds were independently sourced... Read More
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October 22, 2014

Five more soldiers face death sentence for mutiny

by Kolapo Olapoju As the Nigerian Army intensifies its effort to bring erring soldiers to book, five more soldiers have been arraigned before a General Court Martial for mutiny. The five soldiers, who belong to the 81 Battalion of the 7 Division of the Nigerian Army, are Lance Corporals Bankole Taiwo, Ayodele Olawale, Sule Ochehepo, Isaiah... Read More
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October 19, 2014

Stories that touch: Jonathan didn’t have shoes, @RenoOmokri trekked for 22 miles

by Kolapo Olapoju Finally, we seem to have discovered what President Goodluck Jonathan and his Special Assistant on New Media, Reno Omokri, have in common. Apparently, they both have childhood stories that touch the heart. On 18 September, 2010, after having served as President for four months, Goodluck Jonathan’s Declaration Speech stated in part, “I... Read More
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October 19, 2014

Rudolf Okonkwo: Sue me GEJ- You are worth $120 Million Dollars!

by Rudolf Okonkwo An online magazine richestlifestyle.com recently published the ranking of the richest African presidents. The magazine ranked President Goodluck Jonathan 6th. Jonathan, a whole president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, a country with the largest economy in Africa, was assessed to have a total worth of $100 million dollars.   The president was furious.... Read More
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October 17, 2014

“We are cautiously optimistic…”: #BringBackOurGirls group reacts to Boko Haram ceasefire

by Isi Esene The #BringBackOurGirls groyp which has agitated for the release of over 200 schoolgirls abducted from the Government Girls’ Secondary School, Chibok, Borno State have reacted to news of a ceasefire agreed upon between the Boko Haram Islamic sect and the Federal Government. Reports indicate the deal which was struck in the Gulf... Read More
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October 17, 2014

The credit goes to Nigerians – President Jonathan thanks you for halting Ebola

by Laila Ibrahim On Thursday, 16 October, President Goodluck Jonathan credited the Nigerian populace for the successful halt of the spread of the Ebola Virus Disease, saying that the cooperation of Nigerians helped in stopping the virus in its tracks. Jonathan made the comments at the Presidential Villa, in Abuja, during the Elumelu Nigeria Empowerment Fund,... Read More
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October 16, 2014

#BringBackOurGirls leaders call for national prayers for abducted Chibok girls

by Kolapo Olapoju In commemoration of 6 months since 219 Chibok girls were abducted from their school in Borno, the #BringBackOurGirls group has called for a special prayer services for the abducted girls. The group urges Muslims and Christians to offer prayers for the girls on Friday, 17 October and Sunday, 19 October, respectively, to... Read More
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October 15, 2014

Cow thief: Man handed 6-month jail sentence for stealing 34 cows

by James Sambo A 42-year-old man, Zaure Auta, has been sentenced to six months improsonment for stealing 34 cows. Auta, the cow thief was arraigned before the Magistrates’ court sitting in Dutse, Abuja on Wednesday, 15 October, on a two-count charge of joint act and theft. Auta reporetedly broke into the cattle farm of one Mr Moses... Read More
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October 14, 2014

Nigerian and Cameroonian militaries talk about operation against terror | What did they say?

by Laila Ibrahim The armies of Nigeria and Cameroon will hold a bilateral defence meeting at the Defence Headquarters on Wednesday, 15 October, in Abuja. The information was announced by the Director Defence Information, Major-General Chris Olukolade. General Olukolade said, “In furtherance of various international contacts by Nigeria in the efforts to stamp out the scourge... Read More
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October 14, 2014

#BringBackOurGirls campaigners repelled by security operatives in Abuja

by Kolapo Olapoju   Reports reaching us say that the BringBackOurGirls campaigners have been repelled by security operatives in Abuja from nearing the presidential villa, in Aso Rock. Members of the group who are protesting the abduction of the Chibok girls, reportedly clashed with the security officials as they made their way to Aso Rock villa... Read More
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October 14, 2014

Cathay Pacific’s entry to Nigeria speeds up work on second Abuja runway

by Laila Ibrahim In order to speed up the proposed construction of the Abuja second runway, for the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja President Goodluck Jonathan has ordered that it be accorded an immediate top priority status. This was disclosed by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Aviation, Captain Shehu Usman Iyal while... Read More
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October 10, 2014

New Governor of Adamawa dissolves executive council and sacks political appointees

by James Sambo Newly sworn-in Governor of Adamawa state, Bala Ngilari has with immediate effect, dissolved the state executive council and also sacked all political appointees. The removed political appointees, who were appointed by the former acting governor, Alhaji Ahmadu Fintiri, had spent less than three months in office. The information was disseminated via a statement... Read More
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October 9, 2014

Buhari postpones Presidential declaration

by Laila Ibrahim Former head of state and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has postponed his formal declaration to contest for the presidency at the 2015 elections. Buhari was initially billed to declare yesterday, but his campaign organization has released a statement saying it has been postponed till Wednesday, 15 October. He is... Read More
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October 7, 2014

YNAIJA 2015 TRACKLIST: Taraba governor declared missing | PDP loves democracy | Falana is not optimistic about Fayose | More stories

As you count down to the February General Elections, we show you what to read and what to skip today Taraba Acting Governor declares Suntai missing. Leadership Falana is not optimistic about Fayose YNaija INEC must stop polling units allocation Vanguard Shagari is looking good for Sokoto polls Leadership And Oshiomhole is looking good for Presidency... Read More
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