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Samuel Alawode Unites Nigeria, Ghana and Benin in Cinema with “Accroché”
Nigerian filmmaker Samuel Alawode has United three West-African countries, Nigeria, Ghana and Benin, in cinema with his debut movie “Accroché”. The movie is a collaboration that cuts across the three…
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NERC approves electricity tariff hike for DisCos; UK recognises Nigeria’s classification of IPOB as a terrorist organisation | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
UK recognises Nigeria's classification of IPOB as a terrorist organisationNERC approves electricity tariff hike for DisCosIt is "becoming a drug trafficking transit and consumption hub" | CBN asks banks to…
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Nigeria signs military cooperation agreement with Russia, Benin confirms H5N1 avian flu outbreak | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you shouldn’t miss: Nigeria signs military cooperation agreement with Russia Nigeria and Russia have signed a military cooperation deal providing a…
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ASUU strike: Continued exodus to Cyprus and Benin Republic?
by Adedotun Michael Chigozie Obioma, the author of the Booker nominated and well-received novel ‘The Fishermen’ was a student at the Cyprus International University. In a piece in January last…
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Why Nigeria sells electricity to Niger, Benin Republic – Fashola
The Minster of Power, Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, on Tuesday, explained the reason(s) Nigeria's power situation is not as good as Niger and Benin Republic - countries Nigeria sell…
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16 Nigerian communities reportedly taken over by Benin Republic
Siixteen villages in Okuta, in Baruten local government area of Kwara state, have been invaded by Benin Republic. Okuta is the border town between Nigerian and the neighoring Benin Republic. Vanguard reports…
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Finally, Buhari says he will ‘cut down on number of ministries’
It's been a major source of speculation over the past month, that President Muhammadu Buhari would reduce the number of ministries in the country. The President would issue a confirmation…
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Today’s Daily Brief: APC chieftain urges Buhari, Al-Makura to cut cost of governance, Benin Republic president meets Buhari, and more
President of Benin Republic, Mr. Boni Yayi and President -elect, Gen. Muhammadu Buhari, held a closed door meeting on Thursday, with Yayi expressing confidence in Buhari’s ability to take up…
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I bought human head for N12,500 in Cotonou
by Temitope Onitiju A 35-year-old man, Olorunto Dipe, who is suspected of dealing in human parts, has been arrested by operatives of the Lagos State special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS). Dipe confessed…
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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…
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Female arms dealer nabbed by SARS operatives (PICTURED)
by Azubuike Azikiwe A 34-year-old female gun-runner has been arrested by operatives of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad for selling guns to armed robbers. A SARS team from Ikeja, Lagos, apprehended Sarah…
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Wizkid goes to Benin Republic: Singer holds sold-out concert and does charity
by Kolapo Olapoju Nigerian singer, Ayo Balogun, better known as Wizkid, was in neighbouring Benin Republic at the weekend for a concert. The artiste, who has been touring several…
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N4.9bn worth of goods passed through Seme Border in first six months
by Jewel Stephen The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Seme Border, says it has handled exportable goods valued at N4.9 billion between January and June this year. This was disclosed…
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What beef? Wizkid & Davido fool around in new photos (LOOK)
by S'ola Filani Music stars, Wizkid and Davido sure know how to have fun - and squash beef rumours. Both talented artistes are presently in Benin getting ready to headline…
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“I am a regular visitor to SSS”: Asari Dokubo opens up on his arrest
by 'Jola Sotubo The controversial leader of the Niger Delta People’s Volunteer Force, Muhajid Dokubo-Asari was yesterday summoned to the headquarters of the Department of Security Services (DSS). [READ:BREAKING: DSS…
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Why Asari Dokubo was arrested by secret service operatives
by Adeola Balogun The President of the Niger Delta Volunteer Force, Mujahid Dokubo-Asari aka Asari Dokubo has been arrested by the Department of State Security (DSS). [READ:BREAKING: DSS arrests Asari…
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Opinion: How Nigeria’s imperial Presidency was created
by Adeolu Ademoyo Some Nigerians have read ethnicity to the call that President Jonathan owes Nigerians and the world- who are concerned with increased terrorism and threat to security in…
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Ex-CAN President, Peter Akinola rescued from kidnappers near Benin Republic border
by 'Jola Sotubo The former Primate of the Anglican Church of Nigeria, Peter Akinola has been rescued from his kidnappers. Akinola was abducted yesterday in Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun,…
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Why Asari Dokubo was released by Benin authorities
by Adeola Balogun Niger Delta activist , Mujahid Asari-Dokubo, has been released. [READ:Asari Dokubo released by Benin Republic police, flown to Abuja] The former militant was arrested in Benin republic…
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Why Benin Republic police are keeping Asari Dokubo out of reach – Keyamo
by 'Jola Sotubo More details have come to light as to the condition in which former militant and Niger Delta activist, Mujahid Asari-Dokubo, is being held. According to the detainee's…
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Showdown in little Benin: Militants demand Asari Dokubo’s immediate release, threaten to take action
by 'Jola Sotubo The arrest and detention of former militant and Niger Delta activist, Mujahid Asari-Dokubo, has continued to generate controversy in the country. The development has caused his brothers-in-arms,…
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No surprises here: Presidency intervenes in Asari Dokubo’s arrest
by Oge Okonkwo President Goodluck Jonathan is said to have intervened in the arrest of Muhajeed Dokubo-Asari by the government of the Republic of Benin which happened yesterday. According to newsmen, the…
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Why Asari Dokubo was arrested – Keyamo
by 'Jola Sotubo News broke yesterday of the arrest of former militant and Niger Delta activist, Mujahid Dokubo-Asari. 'Asari Dokubo', as he is popularly called, was arrested yesterday by police…
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Asari Dokubo arrested by Benin Republic gendarmes
by Adeola Balogun According to reports, former militant and Niger Delta activist, Mujahid Dokubo-Asari, has been arrested. Dokubo was arrested by gendarmes (security officers) in Benin Republic this evening. News…
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YNaija joins the rest of Team RED in Porto-Novo, Benin Republic for its annual retreat (PHOTOS)
The annual Red Media Africa retreat held this year from Tuesday, 29th of October to Friday the 1st of November. All team members of the company were hosted to a…
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BUSTED: Navy arrests 5 foreigners for smuggling petroleum products (PICTURED)
by Tutu Akinlabi The Nigerian Navy Task Force in Badagry area of Lagos State has apprehended five foreigners whose specialty was illegally conveying petroleum products from pipeline vandals in Nigeria…
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LOL? University student accused of turning girl into snake for rituals (PHOTOS)
by Akan Ido Turning a human being to a snake is scientifically impossible, but many Africans who believe in the power of voodoo swear nothing is impossible - even transforming…
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Opinion: How to get a house-help in Nigeria
by Elnathan John Househelp. You do not need a person of legal age, an adult who will one day kill you all in your sleep, run away with your children…
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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