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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five stories to monitor today 1. Jonathan alleges threat to his life Following accusations that he is a sponsor of militant group, Niger Delta Avengers, former…
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The top 10 stories that made headlines this week
Here are the top ten stories that made headlines this weeks 1. Budget padding: Jibrin goes hard on Dogara The former Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriation, Jibrin Abdulmummin,…
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According to Dokpesi, this is the major challenge of the PDP…
Former Chairman of Daar Communication and an aspirant for the national chairmanship of the Peoples Democratic Party, Raymond Dokpesi, on Saturday, said that the PDP is weak at the center…
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‘Blame Jonathan’s government for today’s suffering’ – Lai Mohammed
The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed has declared that even though it pays no good to rue "missed opportunities" of the past, the previous administration of Goodluck Jonathan…
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PDP is bigger than any individual – Goodluck Jonathan
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has waded into the current leadership crisis rocking the former ruling party, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The former President, on Wednesday, said that he will do…
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Pius Adesanmi: Goodluck Jonathan, Stella Oduah and the missing phone number
by Pius Adesanmi I just heard with one ear, via Sahara Reporters, that former President Goodluck Jonathan was shocked when his ex-Minister of Aviation, Senator Stella Oduah, met him and claimed…
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‘Profligate fiscal policy, bad choices…’ | Fashola gives reason for recession
The Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, on Saturday, said that the present economic recession was caused by the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan. Fashola, who stated…
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Ochereome Nnanna: The one-sided crucifixion of Dino Melaye
The legislative arm of gov-ernment all over the world is often a theatre of the absurd. I recall one of these ugly episodes, and incidentally, Dino Melaye was a principal…
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‘Jonathan had six years of tragic and corrupt rule’ – MEND
The Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta (MEND), on Saturday, gave a two-week ultimatum to the Federal Government to begin dialogue with the Odein Ajumogobia led 'Aaron Team'…
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Jude Ndukwe: Governor Shettima’s and the shameful IDP situation in Borno
The IDPs have been languishing from hunger and dying in droves while Nigerians out there have been made to believe all along that the victims were being taken good care…
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‘I have no intention to run for 2019 election’ – Jonathan
Following media reports that former President Goodluck Jonathan might contest for the 2019 presidential election, the former president has denied the reports, saying that he has no such intentions. Speaking…
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How I transferred $40m into account of Jonathan’s cousin – Witness
The trial of Azibaola Robert commenced on Tuesday at a Federal High Court in Abuja with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) bringing forward its first prosecution witness, Ibrahim…
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Fani-Kayode ‘attacked in EFCC custody for praying?’
Former minister of aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode who is in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) was reportedly assaulted by on of the agents of the commission.…
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DSS arrests ex-Chief of Army Staff, Ihejirika
A former Chief of Army Staff under the Goodluck Jonathan administration, Lt. Gen. Azubuike Ihejirika (retd.), has been arrested by the Department of State Services. The retired army chief was…
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Fani-Kayode frustrated with further delay of trial (PHOTOS)
The arraignment of former Minister of Aviation and the former spokesperson of the Goodluck Jonathan 2015 Presidential campaign, Femi Fani-Kayode, was on Tuesday delayed due to the absence of the…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five news stories to monitor today. 1) Ex-militants say Jonathan's associates behind militancy The Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta (MEND) has reiterated its…
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AUDIO: This is why Jonathan failed to win Mo Ibrahim prize
Billionaire businessman and founder of the Mo Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership, Mo Ibrahim, on Thursday, explained why no former African President deserved the $5 million prize this…
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Soldiers ‘invade Gbaramatu kingdom’ despite Government cease-fire
The Federal Government has broken its promise to stop the invasion of Niger Delta comminities for 2-weeks even as dialogue with rampaging militant group, Niger Delta Avengers is set to…
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Senate begins amendment of 1999 constitution
The senate, today, decided to begin the process of amending the country's 1999 constitution. The amendment of the constitution would be premised around 13 different bills of which details are…
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FG goes after $1.76bn, yachts, private jets, houses seized from Omokore, Aluko
The Federal Government has initiated legal processes that would allow it freeze both local and international assets of Kola Aluko and Jide Omokore who are under investigation for their alleged…
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Jonathan, Yar’Adua’s ADCs fall victim to mass sack in Nigerian Army
For their alleged roles in the 2015 general elections and in the dubious arms procurement scandal, the Nigerian Army Council has reportedly retired the Aide de Camp to ex-Presidents Goodluck…
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Niger Delta Avengers are calling for another civil war – Arewa
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has labeled the actions of militant group, Niger Delta Avengers as 'madness' and an invitation to another civil war. Speaking to The Nation on Friday,…
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Report: Over N1bn already recovered from Diezani’s election largesse
Nigeria has recovered over N1 billion illegally disbursed during the 2015 general elections to some former ministers, Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officials, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leaders and coordinators of some…
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UK denies setting up secret meeting between Buhari and Jonathan
The United Kingdom has refuted reports that President Muhammadu Buhari is in London to hold secret talks with former president Goodluck Jonathan on the resurgence of militancy in the Niger Delta.…
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Fayose’s mouthpiece makes some serious allegations
Spokesperson to Ayodele Fayose, Governor of Ekiti state, Lere Olayinka has made some pretty bold allegations against the Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami and the Federal Government. Olayinka,…
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Reno Omokri sees foolishness in FG’s threat to commercial banks
The Federal Government has threatened to punish commercial banks who disobeyed the order to stop the massive sack of staff - by withdrawing their operating license or imposing other sanctions.…
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Jonathan’s cousin, wife to pay N500m for freedom
Robert Azibaola, the cousin of former President Goodluck Jonathan, was on Wednesday, granted bail of N500 million by a federal high court sitting in Abuja. Azibaola, who was granted bail…
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Jonathan’s cousin sent to Kuje prison
An Abuja Federal High Court, on Tuesday, sent the cousin of former President Goodluck Jonathan, Azibaola Robert, to Kuje Prison until the court determines his application for bail. Azibaola, who…
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The late 5: These are the stories that drove the conversation today
These are the top five stories that drove the conversation today. 1) Election tribunal upholds Yahaya Bello's election An election tribunal sitting in Kogi has confirmed the election of Yahaya Bello…
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Same sex marriage: ‘Every Nigerian deserves to be treated equally, without discrimination’ – Jonathan
Former President Goodluck Jonathan, on Monday, disclosed that he signed the same sex marriage prohibition bill into law because he respected the will of Nigerians and the rule of law.…
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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