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If nothing is done, Boko Haram may soon capture Adamawa, Borno and Yobe – Deputy Governor of Borno warns
by James Sambo The Deputy Governor of Borno state, Zanna Mustapha, has raised an alarm saying that Adamawa, Borno and Yobe may soon cease to exist, going by the rate at…
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Relocate or convert to Islam – Boko Haram tells Christian residents of Mubi
by Anike Jacobs All Christians in Mubi, Adamawa state have been advised to relocate or accept Islam as members of the violent Islamic sect, Boko Haram, have instituted the Shara…
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Boko Haram establish Sharia law in Mubi
by James Sambo Days after overunning Mubi, militants of Islamic terrorist sect, Boko Haram, have established Sharia law in the town. The terrorists are believed to have amputated the hands…
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300 Nigerian soldiers ‘technically manoeuvre into Cameroon’
by Akan Ido Reports from the Cameroonian military indicate that as many as 300 Nigerian soldiers may have crossed the border while fleeing from attacks launched on Tuesday by men…
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‘We walked in the bush for days’: Adamawa varsity students narrate ordeal
by Akan Ido Seventeen Benue indigenes who were among hundreds of other Adamawa State University students caught in the Boko Haram siege in Mubi, have raised an alarm over the…
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Perry Brimah: War on Terror- We need a plan B
by Perry Brimah Boko Haram terrorists swore to pin their flag atop the house of Nigeria’s defense Chief, Air Marshal Alex Badeh. Thursday Boko Haram lived up to their pledge…
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Soldiers flee as #BokoHaram invades town in Adamawa (Report)
by Akan Ido Reports say hundreds of Nigerian soldiers are making their way out of Mubi, Adamawa State as men believed to be members of the Boko Haam Islamic sect…
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Some ceasefire – #BokoHaram kidnap 60 women in Adamawa
In spite of efforts by the federal government to negotiate the release of over 200 schoolgirls from the town of Chibok in Borno state, who have been in Boko Haram…
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Ahead 2015: Permanent voters cards come to Lagos – when do you get to pick yours?
by Laila Ibrahim The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has approved the distribution of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) in thirteen states in the third phase of the exercise. The exercise…
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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…
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Today’s Daily Brief: Labour shuns Mimiko’s gesture, Tight security for Fayose’s swearing-in, PDP warns against endorsement of candidates, and more
We deliver your news brief for Tuesday, October 9, 2014. The two Labour Centres in the country, the Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress, have kicked against…
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THE 2015 TRACKLIST: Gbenga Daniel wants OBJ’s forgiveness | In Edo, PDP & APC are still on the matter | Okorocha is worried about 2015 | More stories
As you count down to the February General Elections, we show you what to read and what to skip today. Gbenga Daniel wants OBJ’s forgiveness. Vanguard The PDP wants it…
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Today’s Daily Brief: ‘Fintiri refuses to vacate Govt. House’, Atiku reacts to Adamawa court ruling, PDP also wades in, and more
We deliver your news brief for Tuesday, October 8, 2014. Former Acting Governor of Adamawa State, Mr. Umar Fintiri, has said he has appealed against the judgment of a…
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154 churches deserted over Borno, Adamawa terrorist attacks
by Akan Ido The Catholic Church in Nigeria have lamented the persecution its members are currently going through in the North-east part of the country. In a statement released by Rev.…
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‘We shall not be deterred’: Military reacts to #BokoHaram beheading video
by Isi Esene The Nigerian military has shrugged off the purported beheading of a pilot in a video currently trending in cyberspace as a common antic of terrorists to show…
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#BokoHaram unleashes terror on Adamawa villages
by James Sambo As many as 500 houses have been burnt down by men believed to be members of the Boko Haram Islamic sect in Michika and Madagali Local Government Areas…
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You must appear before medical panel – Taraba Attorney-General tells Suntai
by James Sambo The controversy over Taraba governor, Danbaba Suntai's state of health continues to linger as the state attorney-general insists that he faces a medical panel to confirm his fitness.…
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Sit-tight Taraba Governor Suntai declines to face medical panel
by Kolapo Olapoju Governor of Taraba State, Danbaba Suntai is adamant in shunning the recently-constituted medical panel set up by the state House of Assembly to ascertain the state of…
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15 Soldiers get 4-years jail sentence for refusing to fight Boko Haram
by James Sambo No fewer than fifteen soldiers who refused orders to report at the war front in Adamawa State have faced a court-martial and have been sentenced to four year jail terms.…
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Boko Haram: Over fifty young women abducted from preaching centre
by James Sambo According to residents of Gulak, Adamawa state, who survived recent attacks by Boko Haram militants, no less than fifty young women were seized from a preaching centre,…
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Civilians on rampage: Scores of Boko Haram killed by local youths and hunters
by James Sambo Youths, local hunters and vigilante group members have reportedly killed scores of Boko Haram insurgents who had been terrorising residents of Michika and Madagali local government areas of Adamawa…
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Boko Haram has taken over 11 towns in Borno and Adamawa
by Kolapo Olapoju In the last month, the Islamic terrorist sect, Boko Haram has forcefully spread its tentacles beyond its strongholds in the forest to capturing towns and communities. From…
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Editorial: Is Nigeria on the verge of splitting up?
As the battle between the Nigerian Army and Islamists believed to be members of the Boko Haram rages on in the town of Bama, the thought of Nigeria being on the verge…
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Boko Haram have stretched their net into Adamawa, Catholic Church cries
by James Sambo The Catholic Church has raised the alarm over the activities of Boko Haram terrorists who have taken over the Madagali Parish of the Church in Adamawa State…
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Second coming! Murtala Nyako says he’ll be back as Adamawa governor
by Kolapo Olapoju Former Adamawa Governor, Admiral Murtala Nyako (rtd) says he's confident of returning to his post because the lawmakers did not follow due process before his sacking. Nyako…
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Nuhu Ribadu: I’m not in PDP on anyone’s errand (For The Records)
by Nuhu Ribadu Today is a happy day for me. I am awed and inspired even further by the cheerful crowd that received me at the airport and which has…
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Ikemesit Effiong: The National Conference is a failure – Here is why
by Ikemesit Effiong In case you may not have noticed, the most colourful circus in our nation’s history, the 2014 National Conference, has finally come to an end. Trust me,…
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“My people are under the siege of Boko Haram,” Senator Ali Ndume cries
by Azubuike Azikiwe Ali Ndume, the Senator representing southern Borno state, says his constituents in Gwoza are under siege. His statement is coming two weeks after the Boko Haram insurgents…
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World Health Organisation says it is safe travel to Ebola-affected countries [DETAILS]
by Azubuike Azikiwe The World Health Organisation (WHO) says travelling to Ebola-affected countries is safe and the risk is at best, minimal. The apex health body in the world has…
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Adamawa gubernatorial election: Gen. Buba Marwa throws his hat in the ring [DETAILS]
by Azubuike Azikiwe Over the weekend, Gen. Buba Marwa (retd) joined the Adamawa state gubernatorial race by picking the nomination form of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to run…
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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