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Buhari to receive award on peace and security; Obi disappointed over scanty participants at Kogi rally | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Buhari to receive award on peace and securityObi disappointed over scanty participants at Kogi rallyNigeria, India to share intelligence on drug trafficking syndicatesJudge orders release and payment of N50 million…
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Idriss Déby Itno of Chad: Hero or villain? | The #YNaijaCover
The continent was in shock this Tuesday, as Chadian Army spokesperson announced the death of President Idriss Déby Itno, following injuries he sustained during clashes with rebels in the north…
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FG has other priorities like Chad, so Nigerians can continue ‘hustling’ for themselves
If you wish to understand the intricate details and the workings of an irresponsible government, Nigeria will help a great deal. The state of affairs in the country is a…
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The Late 5: Buhari heads to Chad for regional meeting; We have over 1bn litres of petrol – NNPC debunks rumour of impending fuel scarcity | Other stories
Here are the stories that drove conversation today: Buhari heads to Chad for regional meeting On Saturday, President Muhammadu Buhari will depart Abuja for N’Djamena, Chad, to participate in the…
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8 Chadian soldiers killed, 18 others injured in clash with Boko Haram
Eight Chadian soldiers were reportedly killed in fierce shooting with Boko Haram insurgents at the weekend on islands on Lake Chad. "Our forces attacked Boko Haram elements on five islands…
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Live From Ake: A survivor of the worst Chadian tragedy has a few lessons on upholding human rights
Clement Abaifouta is one of those innocent Chadians who fell victim to Hissein Habre's terror in neighbouring country, Chad. Habre ruled Chad between 1982 and 1990 and in that time, under…
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Niger, Chad troops kill 38 Boko Haram fighters
An official on Friday said troops of Niger and Chad military have killed 38 Boko Haram fighters during military search operations in the Diffa region of southeast Niger this week. Niger…
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WE SURVIVED BOKO HARAM VIII: “We are now winning the war”
by Eromo Egbejule You hear a lot of stories about North-East Nigeria, a slice of the country that has been at war since 2009, at the hands of Boko Haram.…
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Opinion: Far North and the menace of Almajiri
by Usama Dandare Whoever is familiar with the northern region of Nigeria, especially the core northern states, will agree with me that the region is indeed home to several destitute…
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Buhari attends Chad’s presidential Inauguration (PHOTOS)
President Muhammadu Buhari is currently in Chad to attend the inauguration ceremony of its President Idriss Deby. Buhari jetted out of Nigeria on Tuesday to honour his counter-parts invitation. Chad, one…
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UBA and MasterCard announce ground-breaking Pan-African partnership
United Bank Africa (UBA) and MasterCard have announced a partnership which will see UBA act as the issuer for MasterCard in 18 new markets in Africa. The partnership which came…
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Boko Haram: State of emergency declared in Chad
The Boko Haram insurgency has led to the declaration of a state of emergency in the West African country of Chad. The nationwide state of emergency was effective as of…
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Boko Haram base bombed by Niger air force
Striking its deadliest blow in eight months, Niger’s air force bombed a Boko Haram base in the south-east of the West African country. Security sources were quoted to have said that over 20…
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‘Boko Haram has killed 3,500 in 2015’
Amnesty International (AI), has released a report, where it was revealed that Boko Haram had killed at least 3,500 people since the beginning of 2015. AI stated that despite the successes by…
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Boko Haram suspects on trial in Chad
Justice will definitely be served for the lives of the innocent taken. Ten suspected Boko Haram members went on trial in Chad on Wednesday over their alleged roles in twin…
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Chad offers more soldiers to help combat Boko Haram
President Muhammadu Buhari has reaffirmed his conviction that the end of the Boko Haram insurgency is in sight as Nigeria and its allies intensify the war. Buhari stated this in Abuja…
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Boko Haram chief recruiter arrested in Chad
A mastermind of Boko Haram operations in Chad and northern Cameroon, Bana Fanaye also known as Mahamat Moustapha, has been arrested by authorities in Chad. During his arrest, series of…
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US promises continuous support for fight against Boko Haram
The United States has condemned the recent string of suicide bomb attacks by the Boko Haram sect in Nigeria, Chad, Cameroon and Niger. The U.S. Embassy in Nigeria said in…
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Chad fights back, carries out airstrikes on Boko Haram
Chad is not going to sit down and let insurgency take over their country. The military said it had carried out airstrikes on Boko Haram positions in neighboring Nigeria to…
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THE 2015 TRACKLIST: Sylva walks free, Saraki emergence alters Buhari’s cabinet, Tinubu beefing Saraki, More stories
Dino Melaye says absent APC senators gave PDP upper hand. YNaija Tinubu refuses to shake Bukola Saraki. Vanguard Sylva fraud case dismissed by court. Leadership APC likely to sanction Atiku,…
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“Even if I know where Shekau is hiding, I won’t tell you” | Chadian President knows something we don’t
by Panshak Ibrahim The US Department of State needs to urgently contact the President of Chad, Idris Derby. We suspect he may be worthy of the N1.4 billion bounty offer…
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EXCLUSIVE: How Boko Haram insurgents converged before capturing Bama (WATCH)
by Kolapo Olapoju Boko Haram insurgents from Nigeria, Niger, Chad and Cameroon converge as they prepare to seize control of the town of Bama, in Borno state. This video- which…
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This is how Boko Haram killed 7 people in Chad
by Chinwe Okafor Seven civilians were killed in an attack in Chad on Monday and Boko Haram rebels have been blamed for it. According to reports, the Islamic terrorists sect…
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Guess how much Nigeria is paying Chad, Niger troops for Boko Haram war
by Kolapo Olapoju According to an investigation by Punch newspapers, Nigeria is paying through her nose for the funding of the operation of the multinational forces engaged in the war…
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Chad, Niger troops reportedly ‘begging’ Nigerian soldiers to occupy recaptured towns
by Panshak Ibrahim Troops from Chad and Niger, who are part of the joint operation against Boko Haram insurgency in the North-East are reportedly begging their Nigerian counterparts to take…
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“If Boko Haram is ready to talk, we should talk” – OBJ preaches carrot-and-stick
by Kolapo Olapoju According to former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, insurgents of Islamic terrorist sect, Boko Haram, have legitimate grievances. Obasanjo spoke to IBTimes United Kingdom on Monday, March 16, during…
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Chad, Niger Soldiers have entered Nigeria to fight Boko Haram
by Panshak Ibrahim According to the Chadian military, army vehicles full of soldiers crossed the border into northeast Nigeria, on Monday, March 9. Brigadier General Zakaria Ngobongue of Chad, revealed…
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‘Shekau must surrender… we know where he is’ – Chadian President talks tough
by Panshak Ibrahim President of Chad, Idriss Deby, has called on Boko Haram leader, Abubakar Shekau, to give himself up or be ready to die. Deby made the declaration on…
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Protesters in Cameroon hit the streets, call Shekau a coward
by Kolapo Olapoju Thousands of people took to the streets of Cameroon’s capital on Saturday, February 28, to protest against and denounce Islamic terrorist sect, Boko Haram and its leader,…
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Chadian army kills 207 Boko Haram insurgents in Gamboru
by James Sambo According to the Chadian army, the country's soldiers have killed 207 Boko Haram fighters in firefights near Gamboru, which is close to the border with Cameroon. A…
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- 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