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July 10, 2023
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Tinubu’s Presidency Shows Leadership Should Be Based on Merit, Not Entitlement – Nasir el-Rufai

Former Governor Nasir el-Rufai of Kaduna State has called for the promotion of citizens-centered governance in Nigeria to drive balanced and inclusive development. He made these remarks during the launch of the autobiography and retirement program of Professor Ishaq Akintola, a retired professor from Lagos State University (LASU). El-Rufai, who served as the keynote speaker... Read More
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December 4, 2016
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MKO Abiola’s refusal to listen to me cost him his life – Anenih

Former minister for Works Chief Tony Anenih said winner of the annulled June 12, 1993 election Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola would still be alive had he listened to his advice. Anenih started this in his recently released autobiography, ‘My Life and Nigerian Politics’, said he advised Abiola against declaring himself president but he refused.... Read More
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November 28, 2016
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How Buhari jailed me for 18 months – Anenih

A former Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party’s Board of Trustees, Chief Tony Anenih, has revealed how he was jailed for 18 months by the military administration of Muhammadu Buhari between March 1984 and August 1985, The Punch reports. Anenih, who said this in his biography titled, ‘My Life and Nigerian Politics’ which was launched in Abuja... Read More
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October 19, 2016
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How Buhari ‘cheated death’ during the Biafra war

Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari was almost killed during the Nigerian civil war that lasted for three years. According to the author of Buhari’s autobiography, entitled, “Muhammadu Buhari: The Challenges of Leadership in Nigeria” John Paden, the then young officer missed a sniper’s bullet by a few inches. Paden wrote, “Buhari was among the first of... Read More
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October 6, 2016
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Buhari in possession of letters implicating Jonathan for corruption

President Muhammadu Buhari has in his possession letters written by former President Goodluck Jonathan requesting for “off-budget funds”. This startling revelation is contained in Buhari’s authorised biography, ‘Muhammadu Buhari: The Challenges of Leadership in Nigeria’, written by Prof. John Paden and presented to the public on Monday. An online dictionary defines “off-budget funds” as funds not... Read More
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December 10, 2014
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OBJ did not write his autobiography – Kashamu blows hot

by Kolapo Olapoju Buruji Kashamu, chairman of organisation and Mobilisation committee of the People’s Democratic Party in South West, has expressed his intention to press criminal charges against former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, for launching his autobiography titled ‘My watch’. Kashamu had petitioned a court over the release of the book, which on Friday ruled that... Read More
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December 9, 2014
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“Don’t believe the President’s words, only his actions”: 7 notable excerpts from OBJ’s book

by Kolapo Olapoju   Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has launched his autobiography, titled ‘My Watch’. The book, which contains several national issues from past to present, was launched at the Lagos Country club Ikeja, Lagos, Tuesday, December 9. Below are 7 excerpts from ‘My Watch’. 1.  “I remember that in 1978 or 1979 Chief Awolowo visited... Read More
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December 8, 2014
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Obasanjo stopped from publishing autobiography

by Kolapo Olapoju Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo has been ordered to stop plans to publish his autobiography, titled ‘My Watch’. A Federal Capital Territory High Court in Wuse Zone II, Abuja, has given an order restraining him from proceeding with the publishing of the book. The court restrained the former President from publishing the book, pending... Read More
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September 25, 2013
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How embarrassing: President Obama’s best friend from high school charged with rape

  President Obama’s high school best friend, who at one time was ‘like a brother’ to him, has been accused of brutally raping and beating a woman, it emerged today. Keith Kiyoshi Kakugawa, 54, from Eureka, California, was arrested at his home last Sunday and booked into Humboldt County Jail on suspicion of false imprisonment,... Read More
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August 2, 2013
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Living the dream: Comedian, Basketmouth shares his rags to riches story

by Oge Okonkwo Famous comedian Basketmouth has started sharing stories from his early days till date. His story is inspiring as it shows that hard work pays because his “levels don change!” Read Basketmouth’s autobiography as he narrates his journey from humble beginnings to living the Nigerian dream. Part 1 – My First Big Break Backstage at the... Read More
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