Nigerians berate Pastor Tunde Bakare over criticism on Buhari-led administration, El-Rufai: Bandits don’t deserve to live | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: El-Rufai: Bandits don’t deserve to live Kaduna Governor, Nasir El-Rufai has stated that he does not think bandits deserve to live – The Cable reports The Governor further stated that the days are numbered for bandits operating in... Read More

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Buhari, Chris Ngige, Matthew Kukah, Nasir el-Rufai, Tunde Bakare

March 1, 2019

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The Big 5: Atiku not destined to be Nigeria’s president – Oshiomole; Macky Sall seals victory in Senegal’s presidential election | Other top stories

Here are the stories you should be monitoring today: Atiku not destined to be Nigeria’s president – Oshiomole The national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Adams Oshiomhole has said former vice president, Atiku Abubakar was never destined to rule Nigeria. He said this at a press conference while reacting to the Peoples Democratic... Read More

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December 13, 2017

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I stand with the civil society | Bishop Kukah rejects NGO bill

Bishop of the Sokoto Diocese of the Catholic Church, Matthew Kukah has said the non-governmental organisation (NGO) regulatory commission bill is not needed. He said this on Wednesday at a public hearing organised by the house committee on civil society organisations and development partners. What the bill seeks: The NGO bill seeks to supervise and monitor the... Read More

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December 11, 2017

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Buhari may have to consider consulting Okorocha’s ministry of happiness

Bishop of Sokoto diocese of the Catholic Church, Matthew Kukah has said some ministers and President Muhammadu Buhari are unhappy. Kukah said this in a recent interview with writer and social media expert, Abang Mercy. What he said: In the interview, the religious leader said Buhari and his ministers did not expect things to be as they are... Read More

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August 27, 2015

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Reverend Father Kukah visits President Buhari (PHOTOS)

President Muhammadu Buhari met with Reverend Mathew Kukah at the Presidential Villa, earlier today. Rev. Fr Kukah has been subjected to widespread criticism and attacks, following the recent meeting of the National Peace Committee with President Buhari. After the meeting, it came to light that Kukah and other members of the committee, had appealed to Buhari... Read More

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June 14, 2014

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Matthew Kukah: A new head-gear for Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala at 60

by Matthew Hassan Kukah Against the background that Ngozi occupies a strategic, enviable, but also naturally controversial position in the architecture of power in Nigeria, it is no surprise that she is an easy target for vilification. “African educational systems have surprising outcomes. The smartest students pass with first class and get admissions to Medical... Read More

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April 30, 2014

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Opinion: Sons of the Sardauna and the fight against terror

by Henry Omoregie Where Ahmadu Bello, preached one North for the entire North, his successors practice one North for Northern Muslims of the Northwest. As the National Conference gathers steam, it will be an end game for Nigeria if we allow this opportunity to build trust and engender real unity (as opposed to... Read More

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February 7, 2013

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Confessions of an ex-Oritsejafor voltron

by Mark Amaza I have a confession to make: My name is Mark Amaza and I used to be a rabid voltron for Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor, the president of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN). I would vigorously endorse all his statements and actions; in my eyes, Papa Ayo could do no wrong. Before you... Read More

Ayo Oritsejafor, CAN, John Onaiyekan, Matthew Kukah, Sunday Mbang

October 30, 2012

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TICKER: Pope appoints Matthew Kukah to Vatican’s Pontifical Council

Pope Benedict XVI has appointed Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah, Catholic Bishop of the Diocese of Sokoto, as a member of the Pontifical Council for Inter-religious Dialogue, Vatican City. The 13-member Council is the highest decision and policy-making body for the Council for the Holy Father. Kukah’s appointment follows on the heels of the appointment of... Read More

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October 21, 2011

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Nurturing young & emerging leaders: Obiageli Ezekwesili and Matthew Kukah to headline a The Future Awards symposium

by Willfred Okiche The Central Working Committee (CWC) of The Future Awards, reputed as the continent’s most influential youth event, has announced the inaugural edition of The Nigeria Symposium for Young & Emerging Leaders – to hold in Lagos, Nigeria on January 11 and 12, 2012. Keynote Addresses will be given by World Bank Vice President for Africa,... Read More

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