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Tinubu Emerges as Chairman of ECOWAS; Fayose Admits Working Against Atiku in Presidential Election | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Tinubu Emerges as Chairman of ECOWAS DSS Dismisses Arrest Claims of Senator Yari over Refusing Tinubu's Call Court Orders Disclosure of Abacha Loot Spending Details by Obasanjo, Yaradua, Jonathan, and…
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Yerima Defends Controversial Marriage to 14-Year-Old Egyptian Girl; President Tinubu Set to Attend ECOWAS Summit in Guinea-Bissau | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Yerima Defends Controversial Marriage to 14-Year-Old Egyptian Girl President Tinubu Set to Attend ECOWAS Summit in Guinea-Bissau Taraba Governor Declares Free Education in Primary and Secondary Schools Court in Kano…
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Burna Boy Becomes First African Artist to Surpass 1 Billion Streams on Audiomack; ‘The Financial System Was Rotten’ – Tinubu Slams Emefiele | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Burna Boy Becomes First African Artist to Surpass 1 Billion Streams on Audiomack ‘The Financial System Was Rotten’ - Tinubu Slams Emefiele Fuel Subsidy Removal Was Not in Inaugural Speech,…
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Suspended CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele Now Confirmed to be in DSS Custody
In a stunning turn of events, the Department of State Services (DSS) has officially confirmed that the suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, is currently…
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Arrest Calls Made for APC Opponents Inciting Public Against Tinubu’s Inauguration
Ade Omole, the former director of the defunct diaspora directorate of the APC Presidential Campaign Council, has urged security agencies to take action and arrest opponents of the All Progressives…
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If You’re Wondering Why Seun Kuti Is Still in Detention, Here’s Why
In recent days, the Nigerian music industry and fans of Afrobeat singer Seun Kuti have been captivated by his arrest and subsequent detention. The incident unfolded when Seun was filmed…
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Police now understand how it feels to be brutalized, humiliated – Mr Macaroni on Seun Kuti’s arrest
Popular actor and activist, Adebowale Debo Adedayo, widely known as Mr Macaroni, has expressed his views on the arrest of Afrobeats star Seun Kuti by the Nigeria Police. Taking to…
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Nigerian woman protests for Blessing CEO’s release, offers herself for arrest Instead
A recent video of a Nigerian woman protesting for the release of relationship guru, Blessing Okoro, has gone viral on social media. The woman, who remains unidentified, was seen holding…
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INEC Commissioner stripped and beaten in Adamawa; No proof of wrongdoing by Tinubu, Governance isn’t about sainthood – Fashola | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
INEC Commissioner stripped and beaten in Adamawa No proof of wrongdoing by Tinubu, Governance isn’t about sainthood - Fashola Dino Melaye secures PDP’s governorship ticket in Kogi PDP calls for…
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Police report arrest of individuals involved in attempted kidnapping of Tiwa Savage
Nigerian music sensation, Tiwa Savage, was reportedly targeted in an attempted kidnapping, which was foiled by her private security team and the Nigeria Police. The Nigeria Police Force Criminal Investigation…
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Buhari leaving Nigeria far better than he met it — Presidency; Obi emphasizes unity as key to fighting challenges in Nigeria | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Buhari leaving Nigeria far better than he met it — Presidency Obi emphasizes unity as key to fighting challenges in Nigeria Buhari departs for last official visit to Saudi Arabia…
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Portable celebrates freedom by sharing food items on the street
Renowned Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has once again showcased his charitable heart following his recent release from custody. The artist was spotted on the streets of…
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Portable puts up resistance as police attempt to take him into custody
Habeeb Okikiola, aka Portable, a well-known street hip-hop musician, has evaded police attempts to arrest him in Ogun State. In a now-viral video, the musician, who referred to himself as…
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Police arrest lecturer in possession of 17 BVAS machines
On Sunday, the Nigerian Police arrested a middle-aged man named Gabriel Agabi on suspicion of impersonation and for having 17 Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) devices that were not set…
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ICPC discovers N258m hidden in bank’s vault, arrests managers; NNPC apologises to Nigerians, says fuel scarcity will ease in one week | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
ICPC discovers N258m hidden in bank’s vault, arrests managers Nigeria has suffered enough – Obi NNPC apologises to Nigerians, says fuel scarcity will ease in one week We’ll provide cash…
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We’ll work for his victory – Buhari declares support for Tinubu; Court orders arrest of EFCC Chairman, Bawa | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
We’ll work for his victory – Buhari declares support for Tinubu Supreme Court restores Ahmad Lawan APC Senatorial candidate Yobe North APC postpones Oyo rally due to scarcity of new…
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EFCC arrests bank manager in Abuja for ‘hoarding N29m new notes’
The operations manager of a commercial bank in the federal capital territory was reportedly detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for hoarding N29 million of the new…
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‘Serial entrepreneur’ selling new naira notes on social media arrested by ICPC
One Oluwadarasimi Emma has been detained for allegedly selling new naira notes on social media, according to the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). The ICPC's spokesperson,…
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Wike reveals candidates Rivers will not vote for; Chatham House: Peter Obi did not share questions like APC Candidate – Ken Okonkwo| 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Wike reveals candidates Rivers will not vote for Chatham House: Peter Obi did not share questions like APC Candidate - Ken Okonkwo DSS clears air on invading CBN, arresting Godwin…
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Buhari urges Nigerians to vote for Tinubu and APC candidates; I hope to retire in peace and relocate to Katsina – Buhari | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Buhari urges Nigerians to vote for Tinubu and APC candidatesI hope to retire in peace and relocate to Katsina - BuhariDSS sued for N500 million over the imprisonment of activist…
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Youths will not leave Nigeria under my presidency – Peter Obi; Obasanjo punished me and Lagos people – Tinubu | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Youths will not leave Nigeria under my presidency - Peter ObiObasanjo punished me and Lagos people - TinubuPolice arrest 61 suspected political thugs in KanoAkeredolu institutes 24-hour curfew in the…
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Court action prevents DSS from arresting Emefiele for terrorist funding
A federal high court in Abuja has denied the request by the Department of State Services (DSS) to arrest and imprison Godwin Emefiele, governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).…
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Tems and Omah Lay are paying the price of Nigeria’s poor standing as the world’s largest black nation
As singers, Tems and Omah Lay remain in prison custody while they await trial on charges of breaking lockdown protocol and endangering others, a viral video of a popular Ugandan…
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Dino Melaye has been in the news for all the wrong reasons, but should we write him off?
Jumping out of a moving truck is something you do when attempting an escape either from possible kidnappers or to avoid paying your fare in public transport. Senator Dino Melaye…
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The Big 5: EFCC arrests Patience Jonathan’s sister, Melaye accuses NNPC of corrupt practices, and other top stories
These are the top five Nigerian stories you should be monitoring today. President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday met behind closed doors with a national leader of the All Progressives Congress,…
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[The Injustice Blog] Another DSS attack on a religious figure for not supporting the government
President Buhari's tenure as a military dictator in the 1980's was characterised by forced kidnappings and illegal arrests. Those acts have found their way into his current dispensation as a…
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Entertainment Roundup: Police say Praiz was rude to men in uniform; Khloe Kardashian reveals she’s 6 months pregnant | More stories
Here are the biggest stories that made the rounds in entertainment while the world celebrated Christmas yesterday. Lagos state Police counters Praiz' account of his arrest Whose report shall we…
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Malami still has no clue why Innoson boss was arrested
Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami has said he does not know why the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrested Innoson Group CEO, Innocent Chukwuma.…
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Innoson’s CEO wants an explanation from the EFCC after intentionally ignoring one
Chief Executive Officer of Innooson Group, Innocent Chukwuma has rejected his release from the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). What happened: Chukwuma was arrested on Tuesday…
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ICPC arrests judge for alleged demand of N200m bribe
The Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission has arrested a retired Appeal Court judge, Justice Mohammed Tsamiya, for allegedly demanding a N200m bribe in exchange for a favourable judgment…
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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