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“You’re highly respected by world leaders, including myself” | See the top 10 quotes from last week
It was all praises for President Muhammadu Buhari this past week, from U.S. President Obama Obama to United Nation Secretary-General, Ban Ki-moon. However, Lai Mohammed reminds Nigerians that the government…
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World leaders respect you, Ban Ki-Moon tells Buhari
The Secretary General of the United Nations Ban Ki-Moon on Thursday said world leaders had a huge respect for President Muhammadu Buhari. Mr Moon said this during a meeting with…
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Buhari invites UN as negotiators for Chibok girls release
President Muhammadu Buhari has invited the United Nations to serve as intermediary during the negotiations for the release of the abducted Chibok girls. Buhari said this while speaking with the…
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Nigeria’s election must not be postponed again – UN insists
by Damilola Jagun The Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN), Ban Ki-moon has enjoined the federal government and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to make certain that elections hold on the rescheduled…
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“2015 elections will be open and transparent” – GEJ tells the world at UN General Assembly
by Laila Ibrahim President Goodluck Jonathan has reiterated his determination to ensure that 2015 general elections will be conducted in accordance with global best practices, in order to further strengthen…
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Ebola gets a special envoy: United Nations’ boss appoints David Nabarro
by Kolapo Olapoju Ban Ki-Moon, the United Nation's Secretary General has appointed David Nabarro as the Special Envoy for Ebola, and Anthony Banbury as the Special Representative and Head of…
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GEJ heads to NYC for #UNGA
by Laila Ibrahim President Goodluck Jonathan has departed Abuja en route to New York for the 69th Session of the United Nations General Assembly. According to a statement by the…
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Why Pres. Jacob Zuma was booed at Mandela’s memorial service
by Oke Efagene South African President, Jacob Zuma faced a major public humiliation earlier today, during the memorial service of the late anti-apartheid legend, Nelson Mandela, as the crowd booed…
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Terrorism: We will stop Boko Haram at all costs – Jonathan talks tough
by Rachel Ogbu (Photo: Punch) President Goodluck Jonathan has said no matter what it costs the government, the excesses of the violent Islamic sect, Boko Haram, must be curbed. On Sunday speaking…
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TICKER: Road accidents claim 1.2m lives worldwide – UN
No fewer than 1.2 million people have died around the world since the beginning of the year in road accidents, UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said on Sunday. “This year, the…
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Syria Crisis: Kofi Annan resigns as international mediator
by Adeniyi Abdul Former United Nations secretary-general Kofi Annan has decided to step down as the U.N.-Arab League mediator in the 17-month-old Syria conflict at the end of the month.…
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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