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The Big 5: Lai Mohammed suggests PDP should be deregistered, Stormy Daniels says she was threatened to keep quiet about Donald Trump and other top stories

These are the top five stories you should be monitoring today. The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, says the main opposition party, Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) deserves to be deregistered for absolute failure both as ruling and opposition party. The minister attacked the party for “disgraceful and insensitive politics that the PDP has... Read More

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Dapchi

“I am jubilating because my daughter did not renounce Christ” | Read our top 10 quotes from last week

Joy and relief, puzzles and subsisting fear were the emotions with which we began the past week following the Dapchi girls’ return. That event and others gave us the top ten quotes from the week: Nata Sharibu 104 of the kidnapped girls from Dapchi were returned. Five died and one, Leah Sharibu, was retained by... Read More

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Dapchi

The Late 5: FG confirms release of Dapchi girls, INEC announces date for commencement of Melaye’s recall process, and other top stories

These are the top five Nigerian stories that drove conversation today. Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed has confirmed that Boko Haram terrorists have released 91 girls and a boy abducted from Dapchi, Yobe state. Mohammed disclosed this to State House correspondents at the Presidential Villa, Abuja on Wednesday. The All Progressives Congress has hailed the Federal Government... Read More

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December 26, 2017

The YNaija Cover this evening – the 26th of December

Follow the links to read the stories and analyses on YNaija: Our depots are empty…we are not hoarding fuel – Marketers Lai Mohammed has a detailed explanation for critics of $1bn security fund “I know Boakai cannot defeat me” | George Weah expresses confidence ahead of Presidential election

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December 26, 2017

Lai Mohammed has a detailed explanation for critics of $1bn security fund

The Federal Government has described those criticising the approval of $1bn for the fight against insurgency and other violent crimes in the country as uninformed and partisan. Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism, Lai Mohammed at a news conference in Lagos. Background: Ekiti governor, Ayodele Fayose had kicked against the approval by governors, stating that the... Read More

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December 23, 2017

The YNaija Cover this morning – the 23rd of December

Follow the links to read the stories and analyses on YNaija: We must reject those who see Nigeria as a cash cow – Lai Mohammed Borno senator thinks $1bn is too small to fight Boko Haram and we can’t argue The Police IG might just be serious about #ReformSARS

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Looters

December 23, 2017

We must reject those who see Nigeria as a cash cow – Lai Mohammed

Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed has said some looters are now presenting themselves as saviours of the country. The minister said this in Abuja at the inauguration of the Anti-Corruption Situation Room (ACSR). Mohammed also said some of the people accusing the current administration of being selective in the war against corruption are apologists for treasury looters.... Read More

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December 22, 2017

#YNaija2017Review: Lai Mohammed’s ‘garbage’ about jollof rice, the rat-ification of Buhari’s office… See the 8 most embarrassing moments of 2017

We must say that political office holders are good at going off the cliff, making themselves and those concerned look foolish or confused in the process. Some events, comments and actions in 2017 blew so many people’s eyes open. CNN quiz on Nigeria Well, unfortunately, Nigeria and President Muhammadu Buhari became a quiz issue on... Read More

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December 18, 2017

#YNaija2017Review: Rats’ invasion of Buhari’s office, Dino Melaye’s certificate scandal, Okorocha’s erections | See the top 10 cringeworthy moments

Labeling 2017 ‘Year of the Awkward’ will not be out-of-place as the year never ran short of a supply of embarrassing moments. Now we don’t jump in our seats when we read weird stuff in the news, we just shrug. Here are the 2017 moments that prepared us for that level of bravery. Dino... Read More

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December 6, 2017

FG mandates Kachikwu, Baru to clear fuel queues before next week

The Federal Government has directed the Minister of Petroleum Resources, Ibe Kachikwu and, the Group Managing Director of the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Maikanti Baru to clear fuel queues in Abuja and Lagos – by the weekend. The directive was issued on Wednesday at the Federal Executive Council meeting presided over by Vice-President Yemi... Read More

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November 27, 2017

You can criticise, but don’t mock us | Lai Mohammed tells media

Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed has said beneficiaries of corruption are fighting back the Federal Government’s anti-corruption efforts. Mohammed said this while speaking at the 68th general assembly of the Broadcasting Organisation of Nigeria (BON). What he said: Continuous reportage of lost corrupt cases by the media weakens the anti-graft war. The fight against corruption should... Read More

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November 24, 2017

FG restates resolve to diversify the economy through culture, tourism

The Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism, Alhaji Lai Mohammed has restated the Federal Government’s resolve to diversify the economy through massive investment in culture and tourism. Mohammed highlighted this at the meeting of the National Council on Culture and Tourism held in Dutse, Jigawa. This year’s conference which is the 9th edition focuses on... Read More

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Looters

November 12, 2017

It will be double trouble if Nigerians vote PDP again – Lai Mohammed

Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed has said it would be double tragedy if the Peoples Democratic Party is allowed into power in 2019. According to a statement by his spokesperson, Mohammed said this while addressing journalists at a press conference in Lagos. What he said: He said the present Government inherited huge corruption from... Read More

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November 10, 2017

The YNaija Cover this evening – The 10th of November

Follow the links to read the stories and analyses on YNaija: People say I lie but they can’t prove it – Lai Mohammed Chibok girls: We will resume daily protest at Aso Villa on Tuesday – BBOG Almost 3 months after, Buhari returns to ‘rat-infested’ office

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Looters

November 10, 2017

People say I lie but they can’t prove it – Lai Mohammed

Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed has said he is deemed a liar because he is named ‘Lai’. In an interview with Vanguard, Mohammed address assertions that he lies on behalf of the incumbent government. “I have two burdens. The first is that I happened to be the face of the opposition and PDP has not... Read More

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November 6, 2017

The YNaija Tracklist: FG suspends Buhari’s aide Obono-Obla until further notice | Paris Club refund: Three more governors indicted | More stories

From the papers this morning – a tracklist. Nigerians will soon get a new lease of life – Lai Mohammed – YNaija I am not aware if Buhari ordered Maina’s reinstatement – Femi Adesina – YNaija FG suspends Buhari’s aide Obono-Obla until further notice – YNaija Buhari’s action against officials who reinstated Maina will make... Read More

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Speech

November 6, 2017

Nigerians will soon get a new lease of life – Lai Mohammed

The Federal Government has said the administration is winning the battle to revive the Nigerian economy. Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, said this in Lagos during a press conference titled, ‘The Muhammadu Buhari administration is putting the economy on a winning path.’ According to the minister, Nigerians will soon have a new... Read More

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November 4, 2017

#ArtXLagos: Emir Sanusi, Lai Mohammed, others attend opening night (PHOTOS)

Art X Lagos began last night and somehow it managed to top all the excitement we had prior to the event. Hard to believe, but leave it to the incredible Art X Lagos team to beat all of Lagos’ collective imagination. The venue, Civic Centre was filled to capacity with individuals from all walks of... Read More

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Speech

October 30, 2017

We are proud of Nollywood and its achievements – Lai Mohammed

The Federal Government has said the creative industry is important to the economy. Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed made the statement while declaring open the African International Film Festival in Lagos on Sunday night. What he said: The government is committed to the growth of the creative industry. It recognises the great potential of the industry... Read More

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Looters

October 20, 2017

Lai Mohammed’s N500m suit against Metuh proceeds to trial

An High Court in Lagos has ruled that the N500 million libel suit filed by Alhaji Lai Mohammed, the Minister of Information and Culture against Olisa Metuh, a former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) spokesman will proceed to trial. Justice Oluwatoyin Ipaye had on April 27, 2016 ordered Mohammed and Metuh to settle their dispute at the mediation... Read More

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October 13, 2017

Court sentences 45 Boko Haram insurgents

The Federal High Court in Kainji, Niger, has sentenced 45 Boko Haram members to between 3 to 31 years in prison. Highlights: The insurgents were convicted following the conclusion of the first phase of the trial during which 575 Boko Haram suspects were arraigned. In a statement Friday, the Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed... Read More

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October 7, 2017

FG has received over 400,000 messages from whistleblowers – Lai Mohammed

The Minister for Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed Friday, said the Federal Government has received no fewer than 400,000 telephone messages from whistleblowers on looted funds. He said Federal Government’s optimism rests on Nigerians’ massive embrace of the policy. A web portal, http://whistle.finance.gov.ng, has been launched by the Whistleblower Unit (WBU), a multi-agency team, resident... Read More

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September 28, 2017

America’s position on IPOB very unfortunate – Lai Mohammed

The Federal Government has described as unfortunate the stance of the United States of America on the declaration of the Indigenous People of Biafra as a terrorist group. Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed said this on Wednesday night in London when he featured on BBC Television programme, “Focus on Africa”. What happened:... Read More

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September 26, 2017

Buhari not under obligation to tell anyone his health status – Lai Mohammed

Nigeria’s minister of Information, Lai Mohammed Tuesday, said the president is under no obligation to disclose his medical condition. Background: President Buhari has spent more time in London than in the country since January, sparking speculation about his fitness to govern — and also questions about who was footing the bill. Buhari, 74, has said only... Read More

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September 25, 2017

Lai Mohammed condemns murder, abduction at Benin Zoo

The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed has Monday, condemned the attack on Ogba Zoo and Nature Park in Benin, Edo which took place on Sunday. Background: In the attack, three policemen were killed and the Head of the Zoo, Dr Andy Ehanire, was abducted by the attackers. The Minister described the attack as a big... Read More

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September 24, 2017

Days of godfatherism over – Lai Mohammed

The Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has said that the era of “godfatherism’’ is over. Highlights: The minister stated this in Abuja on Sunday at a thanksgiving reception by the newly appointed Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Information and Culture, Ms Grace Gekpe. Represented by Mr Bayo Onanuga, the Managing Director... Read More

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September 23, 2017

Reno Omokri: How Nigeria conquered The Seychelles

by Reno Omokri For the past four days, I have been holidaying in The Seychelles, a beautiful Island with beautiful people on the Indian Ocean. Before I came here, I knew I would find unparalleled natural beauty. My friend, Michael Moszynski, the founder CEO of the drum award-winning LONDON Advertising, had sold me on The... Read More

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September 23, 2017

‘FG to send account details of IPOB sponsors to French govt’

The Federal Government has started the process of revealing the account details of sponsors of Indigenous People of Biafra to the French government, Punch reports. What happened: The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed had alleged that France was the headquarters of IPOB’s funding. But the European country has denied the allegation, stating that it has... Read More

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September 22, 2017

Nigeria did not tell us to shut Radio Biafra – UK govt

The United Kingdom has denied that the Federal Government made a request for it to shut down Radio Biafra. The radio station is being run in the United Kingdom by Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). What happened: Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed had said the Federal Government approached the... Read More

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September 22, 2017

“Stop stoking the embers of disharmony and divisions in the polity” | Wike attacks Lai Mohammed

The governor of Rivers, Nyesom Wike Thursday, at the All Nigeria Editors Conference in Port Harcourt has advised the Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism, Lai Mohammed, to stop “stoking the embers of disharmony”. Antecedent: The minister had accused “the coalition of the politically disgruntled and the treasury looters” of sponsoring the Indigenous People of Biafra... Read More

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