President Muhammadu Buhari has condoled with the people of Akwa Ibom over the tragic collapse of a church in the state on Saturday leading to the death of scores. In a statement released on his Twitter handle, @MBuhari, the President said he spoke with the governor of the state, Emmanuel Udom. He prayed for the... Read More

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November 13, 2015

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TGIF: 5 ways Nigerians like to spend their Friday nights

Friday is not the best day of the week for nothing (as long as you don’t work on Saturdays). School is over for the week. Work is over. For once, you are in control again. You can do anything you like and get away with it, because the next day is Saturday, not doze-till-you-hit-your-head-on-the-desk day.... Read More

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September 20, 2014

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“Pastor T.B. Joshua the fake healer” – South African news site mocks Synagogue’s founder (CARTOON)

by Chidi Okoye These are certainly not the best of times for founder of Synagogue church of all nations, Pastor T.B. Joshua. After the collapse of the Hotel building in his church premises, which resulted in the death of over 80 people, Lagos state government announced that the building was substandard, hence, the collapse. Shortly afterwards, some individuals accused Joshua... Read More

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