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Atiku wins in Bauchi as Obi takes Nasarawa; Obasanjo calling for coup – APC campaign raises alarm | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Atiku wins in Bauchi as Obi takes Nasarawa Obasanjo calling for coup – APC campaign raises alarm Atiku wins in Sokoto Obi-Datti PCC condemns politically motivated attacks in Lagos Atiku…
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CBN to print money for Gambia; Insecurity reportedly threatens quality of telecom service in Nigeria | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the Nigerian nation, these are some of the top news stories that shouldn't escape your attention. CBN may start printing Gambia's currency The Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria…
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More than early morning karate exercises, the new SWAT team needs psychological evaluation
Like the popular American one liner goes; "There's a new Sheriff in town." A quote often used to emphasize a change in order, except in this case there's literally a…
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The Late 5: IDPs stone Nasarawa governor, Two PDP lawmakers decamp to APGA, and other top stories
These are the top five Nigerian stories that drove conversation today. President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed Festus Keyamo (SAN) as the Director, Strategic Communications for his 2019 presidential campaigns. Keyamo…
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6 governors visit President Buhari at the State House
President Muhammadu Buhari today, received the governors of Kogi, Nasarawa, Kaduna, Bauchi, Kano and Yobe, at the State House. This was made known on the Twitter handle of the Presidency but,…
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NNPC to begin oil exploration in Nasarawa
Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Maikanti Baru has said the agency will soon begin oil exploration in Nasaraw state. Baru said this when he paid…
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One suspected case of Monkeypox recorded in Nasarawa
Nasarawa State government on Friday said it has recorded one suspected case of Monkeypox in the state. Dr Danail Iya, Nasarawa State Commissioner for Health disclosed this to the News…
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Al-Makura fines demolished radio station, says he won’t pay compensation
The Governor of Nasarawa, Umaru Al-Makura, has directed the demolished Breeze 99.9 FM to pay fine; after the state government was asked to compensate the station. “The matter is already…
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Police sergeant shoots wife and maid then commits suicide in Nasarawa
The Nasarawa State Police Command said on Sunday that a policeman, Sgt. Thomas Agada, had, shot and killed himself at Masaka in Karu Local Government Area of the state. The…
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Nasarawa Police arrest 40 kidnappers, recover 500 cattle
by Dolapo Adelana The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested 40 suspected kidnappers and armed robbers. The command also recovered over 500 rustled cattle in Mararaba Udege, Odu and Agwada…
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Suspected Lassa fever case confirmed at Federal Medical Centre, Keffi
The Federal Medical Centre, Keffi, Nasarawa, has confirmed that a patient at the centre was suffering from a disease suspected to be Lassa fever. Medical Director of the Centre, Giyan…
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Gunmen kill Chinese miner, 3 others in Nasarawa
Four workers of a mining company were killed on Monday by gunmen in Nasarawa. Those killed included a Chinese national and three Nigerians. The incident happened at Alongani village in Nasarawa Eggon…
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2 Chinese kidnapped in Nasarawa regain freedom
Two Chinese men abducted by gunmen in Nasarawa state have regained their freedom. According to the Spokesperson of the Nasarawa state Police Command Ismailia Numan, the two men who were…
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Like Buhari, ‘there are saboteurs’ in Al-Makura’s administration
The Nasarawa state Governor, Umaru Tanko Al-Makura, has described some members of his cabinet as saboteurs, saying that he has lost faith in some of the senior officials. Al-Makura stated…
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#NigeriaDecides: As it stands, Jonathan leads Buhari by 19,000 votes – See breakdown
by Isi Esene 48 hours following the conclusion of voting in most states nationwide, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced results in eight (8) states including Abuja, the…
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Nasarawa govt. is kinda broke, had to borrow money to pay salaries
by Ranti Joseph Nasarawa government on Monday said it has secured N500 million bank facility to pay February salary due to the shortfall in statutory allocation from federation account. Commissioner…
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‘They whipped us with cutlasses’: Nasarawa youth accuse soldiers of torture
by Ranti Joseph Some residents of Yelwa Bassa in Kokona Local Government Area of Nasarawa State on Sunday have accused solders of using machete to inflict injuries on them for…
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Terrible: PDP Secretariat burnt down in Nasarawa
by James Sambo The secretariat of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Obi LGA, Nasarawa has been burnt to the ground. The incident took place in the wee hours of…
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Maku says Jonathan has done a great job for Nigeria
by Ranti Joseph Former Minister of Information, Labaran Maku on Tuesday, February 10 in Abuja, denied reports in the media alleging that he accused President Jonathan of being the sponsor…
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‘He’s a greedy liar and an ingrate’ || Labaran Maku gets verbal lashing from Jonathan, others
by James Sambo Former Information Minister, Labaran Maku, has come under heavy criticism from President Goodluck Jonathan, Senate President, David Mark; and a former chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party,…
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We hear Nasarawa state governor is down with a kidney problem
by Panshak Ibrahim The grapevine is rife with reports that the Nasarawa state governor, Umaru Al-Makura, is suffering from kidney problems. Having been diagnosed with a kidney-related ailment, it…
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How we stopped a suicide bomber in Gombe – DHQ
by James Sambo The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said a suicide bomber who rammed into a military check point in Bajoga, Gombe State on Tuesday failed to achieve his mission. Speaking…
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Boko Haram has displaced over 850,000 Nigerians – NEMA
by Panshak Ibrahim According to recently gathered statistics by the National Emergency Management Agency, there are now over 850,000 internally displaced Nigerians (IDP). The displaced persons, who were victims of terrorism…
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Fulani marauders kill 14 women in Nasarawa
by James Sambo Suspected Fulani mercenaries during the week, ambushed residents of Ashige community in Lafia East Development Area of Nasarawa State, killing nine women and five others. According to…
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Lafia on lockdown as Nasarawa gov imposes curfew
by Isi Esene The Nasarawa State Government has announced a dusk to dawn curfew in Lafia after intense violence which claimed at-least one victim. This measure was announced by Yakubu…
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Sad: How aide to Nasarawa governor, Al-Makura was assassinated
by Akan Ido Abdullahi Mairuwa, the head driver to Nasarawa State Governor, Umaru Al-Makura was this morning assassinated by yet to be identified gunmen. Mairuwa, who is the most senior…
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Fulani herdsmen kill 20, set scores of houses ablaze in Nasarawa
by Akan Ido Twenty people have been reportedly killed by Fulani herdsmen today following a wave of attacks on Gidan Gambo, Abaagu, Atabela, Assakio, Assahangwa, Adamu Agyo and host of other…
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THE 2015 TRACKLIST: Tambuwal finally makes up his mind | Kwankwaso is ready to declare | Murray-Bruce to vie for senate seat | More stories
As you count down to the February General Elections, we show you what to read and what to skip today. Kwankwaso is ready to declare. Premium Times Gov. Aliyu checks…
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Sick father: Man nabbed for raping 3 daughters
by James Sambo A man, Ikechukwu Desmond Okwonkwo, has been arrested by the Nasarawa state police for allegedly raping three of his daughters. The man was paraded on Friday, 25…
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Labaran Maku announces his resignation date
by Godwin Akanfe Sources close to the Minister for Information, Labaran Maku, have just informed YNaija that he has announced his intention to resign from office. His resignation is in…
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The September Standard
- Uchay Joel Chima’s No Longer Afraid of Shadows Showing at Soto
- BBL vs. Size Zero: How The Era of Size Zero May Have been Trying To Save Women From Today’s Era of BBL
- This Week in Fashion: Our Favourite Looks From MET Gala, Bridgerton Premiere
- Top 5 Must-Visit Art Galleries in Nigeria This Weekend
- Cuppy Dazzles With Anthony Joshua & Naomi Campbell For Wedding of the Year
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
The September Standard
- Uchay Joel Chima’s No Longer Afraid of Shadows Showing at Soto
- BBL vs. Size Zero: How The Era of Size Zero May Have been Trying To Save Women From Today’s Era of BBL
- This Week in Fashion: Our Favourite Looks From MET Gala, Bridgerton Premiere
- Top 5 Must-Visit Art Galleries in Nigeria This Weekend
- Cuppy Dazzles With Anthony Joshua & Naomi Campbell For Wedding of the Year
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