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#YNaija2016Review: Sack Dalung, Bring back Chibok girls + 5 other things Buhari can do to impress us next year
2016 has not been a great year for Nigeria. The only thing we've have had to cheer about is the success of our gallant troops against the terrorist sect, Boko…
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DSS arrests Boko Haram members, kidnappers
The Department of State Services (DSS) says it has arrested members of the Boko Haram sect and some kidnappers in a series of operations. In a statement by Tony Opuiyo…
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“DSS should move to Ekiti Govt. House to record live conversations,” Fayose reacts to leaked audio
Ekiti governor Ayodele Fayose has accused the Department of State Services (DSS) of doctoring a phone conversation between him and governor of Rivers, Nyesom Wike, The Guardian reports. Earlier on…
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How DSS foiled terrorist attacks on U.S
The Department of State Security (DSS) had foiled terror attacks on the United States about six months ago, Daily Trust reports. A government official confirmed that US President, Barack Obama…
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Magu’s rejection, an indictment on Buhari – Prof. Oyebode
Professor of International Law, Akin Oyebode says the rejection of acting chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu by the senate is an indictment on President…
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I won’t protect my aide from DSS if found guilty – Saraki
Senate President Bukola Saraki has said he would not shield aide, Ugochinyere Ikenga from the Department of State Services (DSS). The secret police had accused Ikenga of plotting with Nyesom…
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Wike plotting to destabilise governance – DSS
The Department of State Services (DSS) says Governor of Rivers, Nyesom Wike, plans to disrupt the activities of governance at the centre. In a statement by signed by Tony Opuiyo, for…
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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversation today
These ae the top five stories that drove conversations today. 1. James Ibori released from UK prison Former Governor of Delta State, James Onanefe Ibori was on Wednesday released from…
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Attorney-General orders Magu to respond to DSS allegations
The Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami has ordered the acting chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu to respond to the allegations against him by…
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SERAP petitions UN, accuses Senate of violating Magu’s right
An advocacy group, the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has petitioned UN Special Rapporteur, Michel Forst over what it termed "intimidation and harassment" of acting chairman of the Economic and…
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Why I stopped DSS raid on judge’s apartment – Wike
Governor of Rivers, Nyesom Wike has opened up on his role in stopping the arrest of a judge in the state by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS).…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five stories you should be monitoring today. 1. Nigerians are watching for how Buhari responds to allegation against SGF, Lawal – Saraki President of the Senate, Bukola…
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The YNaija Tracklist: The DSS report that stopped Magu’s EFCC confirmation | FG not responsible for economic challenges – El-Rufai | More stories
From the papers this morning - a Tracklist. This is the DSS report that stopped Magu's EFCC confirmation - YNaija FG not responsible for economic challenges - Udoma, El-Rufai -…
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This is the DSS report that stopped Magu’s EFCC confirmation
The confirmation of Ibrahim Magu as Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) was on Wednesday rejected by the Senate. The Senate said it refused to go ahead…
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Trial of Supreme Court judge, Ngwuta stalled
The trial of Justice Sylvester Ngwuta before the Federal High Court, Abuja was on Wednesday stalled. According to the News Agency of Nigeria Kanu Agabi, lead counsel for the defence filed…
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‘How DSS paid family N15m to keep quiet after torturing man to death’
The Department of State Services (DSS) has been alleged to have used the influence of the Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu to pay N15m to a man it 'tortured' to…
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Fayose hails judiciary for judgment ordering Zakzaky’s release
Governor of Ekiti Ayodele Fayose has hailed the Federal High Court, Abuja judgment, ordering the release of the leader of the Shi’ite Muslim sect, Ibrahim Zakzaky and his wife, Thisday…
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Peregrino Brimah: Probe Justice Kolawole’s integrity for callous ruling to further punish Zakzaky and his wife
by Peregrino Brimah Nigeria's High Court judge, Justice Gabriel Kolawole Friday ruled the delayed release of Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky and his wife Zeenat. The Judge awarded N50 million in his ruling…
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BREAKING: Court orders FG to release Zakzaky
Justice Gabriel Kolawole of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Friday ordered the release of the leader of the Shi’a Islamic Movement in Nigeria, Ibrahim El-Zakzaky, Premium Times reports. El-Zakzaky…
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The YNaija Tracklist: APC suspends Shehu Sani indefinitely | Why I approved judges arrest – Malami | More stories
From the papers this morning - a Tracklist. APC suspends Shehu Sani indefinitely - YNaija Why I approved DSS sting operation, judges arrest – Malami - YNaija Man impersonates IG,…
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Why I approved DSS sting operation, judges arrest – Malami
The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN) says the October 7 and 8 arrest of some judges by the Department of State Services…
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Kidnapped ex-minister Hirse released
A former Minister for Aviation, Bagudu Hirse, who was abducted by gunmen around the home of Mamman Daura has regained his freedom. His brother John Hirse confirmed his released to the…
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Over 2000 of our members have been killed – IPOB
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) says over 2000 of its members have been killed by security agencies in the country, Vanguard reports. In a statement signed by its Media and…
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Arrest of judges: DSS acted within its powers – CCB
The Code of Conduct Bureau on Wednesday said the recent raid on the houses of 'corrupt' judges by operatives of the Department of State Security (DSS) was within the provisions…
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‘How N27m found in Justice Ngwuta’s bathroom disappeared’
Counsel to the Federal Government, Charles Adeogun-Philips has said the Federal High Court should not grant bail to Justice Sylvester Ngwuta who was arraigned on Monday for alleged money laundering.…
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Supreme Court justice, Ngwuta arraigned for money laundering
Supreme Court justice, Sylvester Ngwuta on Monday was arraigned for alleged money laundering and charges related to multiple ownership of passports before a Federal High Court in Abuja. Operatives of…
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Ex-minister kidnapped in Kaduna
A former minister of state for Foreign Affairs Amb. Bagudu Hirse has been abducted by unknown gunmen in Kaduna. The incident occurred around 11am on Sunday around the residence of…
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Forex: DSS raids markets in Awka, Onitsha
Markets in Awka and Onitsha on Friday were raided by operatives of the Department of State Service (DSS) in Anambra. The raid was to clear out illegal foreign currency hawkers.…
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DSS arrests 40 in raid on Kano BDCs
Over 40 people have been arrested by operatives of the Department of State Security (DSS) in Kano. The arrest occurred at the famous Wapa Bureau De Change (BDC) in Fagge…
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FG, DSS ask court to dismiss suit challenging arrest of corrupt judges
President Muhammadu Buhari and the Department of State Security (DSS) have asked the Federal High Court to dismiss a suit filed to stop the Federal Government from taken further steps…
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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