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The issue of job creation keeps me awake at night – Okonjo-Iweala
by Rachel Ogbu The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala is really concerned about unemployment rate in the country to the point she’s said she…
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“SaharaReporters is a discredited purveyor of falsehood” – Minister, Okonjo-Iweala fires back (READ)
by Isi Esene The office of the coordinating minister of the Nigerian economy, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has described reports credited to SaharaReporters, an online news medium, indicating that the country is…
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It’s official: Nigeria to host 2014 World Economic Forum on Africa
by Isi Esene Abuja, Nigeria has been selected to host then next edition of the World Economic Forum (WEF) next year. This was disclosed yesterday by the minister of finance and…
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Nasir el-Rufai responds: Why is Charles Soludo so hurt?
by Nasir el-Rufai Unlike Charles who makes people believe they are perfect when he needs them, I was consistent in and out of office in pointing to those I worked…
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Give them their money – Okonjo-Iweala orders payments to interns under the SURE-P Graduate Internship Scheme
by Rachel Ogbu The Coordinating Minister for the Economy and Minister of Finance, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has instructed that payments to interns under the Graduate Internship Scheme, GIS, of the Subsidy Re-investment…
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The sexual prowess of Pa Ugo – and more, in today’s news roundup with Cheta Nwanze
In any event, we can confirm that Baga has been more or less sealed up by the boys in khaki. God bless the dead. 1980 Nations Cup winner, Adokiye Amesiamaka…
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Ijeoma Nwogwugwu: Instituting a culture of meritocracy
by Ijeoma Nwogwugwu ...it is high time we jettisoned the quota system, federal character or political considerations in determining who should occupy certain critical agencies of government. Last Thursday, the…
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For The Records: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala fights back on Amanpour (WATCH, READ TRANSCRIPT)
AMANPOUR: Welcome back to the program. Africa's most populous nation, Nigeria, is full of promise. But fulfilling that promise is sometimes a struggle. Plagued by corruption and mismanagement, the resource-rich…
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How we kidnapped Okonjo-Iweala’s mother and shared ransom money – Suspect (PICTURED)
A former servant at the palace of the traditional ruler of Ogwashi-Uku, Delta State, where the mother of the Minister of Finance, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, was kidnapped has told PUNCH…
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Opinion: What I could not tell the Minister at the The Future Awards Symposium in Ekiti
by Kingsley Iweka “By 2030, boys will become men, ideas will become industries; yet seeds not sown will not yield harvest.” It is hard to convince the common Nigerian that…
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“Wrong information sounds more sexy” – Ngozi Okonjo-Iwela speaks at The Future Awards Symposium
by Isi Esene The second day of the Future Awards Symposium which took place on April 7 at the Ikogosi Warm Springs, Ekiti state was an opportunity for constructive discussion.…
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“Kayode, where is Funmi… your deputy?” – Olayinka’s mother asks Fayemi
by Isi Esene The governor of Ekiti state, Dr. Kayode Fayemi could not control his emotions yesterday when he and his wife, Bisi visited the family of the late deputy…
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SNAPSHOT: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Oprah Winfrey at the 4th annual ‘Women In The World’ summit
by Chi Ibe Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Oprah Winfrey, Tina Brown, editor of Daily Beast, and Tererai Trent attended the 4th annual 'Women In The World' summit which took place at the Lincoln…
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Opinion: Mr. Shuaib stop telling big fat lies against Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
by Olusola Daniel Having built a global reputation for integrity and performance, she – more than anyone – would be conscious of the damage that tribalism or any form of…
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Nasir El-Rufai: Nigeria’s budget and the dance of masquerades
by Nasir El-Rufai The House of Representatives came up with a different figure entirely and issued a threat to have the President impeached if by September the same year…
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“Achebe was a movement… He will never die” – Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala pays tribute
by Isi Esene The death of renowned writer, Professor Chinua Achebe on Friday has continued to attract reactions from many who have had an opportunity to experience his person and…
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Simon Kolawole: Is poverty really behind terrorism?
by Simon Kolawole Religious extremism is neither a class nor an economic issue. It is a mentality issue. You can be poor and still refuse to be a terrorist.…
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7 women who rock our world (CLICK)
by Wilfred Okiche It is the international women’s day today and as part of our celebration of the women folk, we present our list of 10 Nigerian originals who rock…
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Nuhu Ribadu: The Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala I know
by Nuhu Ribadu Ngo is an extremely loyal and trusted friend. She stood by me through thick and thin, in spite of high-level pressures to disown some of us. Ngo…
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Ijeoma Nwogwugwu: My dismissal of Ezekwesili’s statement was knee-jerk
by Ijeoma Nwogwugwu Seeing the glaring conflict as well as the dawning realisation that my initial dismissal of Ezekwesili’s statement was knee-jerk, prompted me to make some discreet enquiries…
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Still the King: M.I. set to release new single, scheduled to speak at Harvard University
by Akan Ido After a 3 year self-imposed hiatus multiple award winning rapper, MI Abaga will on February 21 drop the first single off his upcoming album which is slated…
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Japheth Omojuwa:#SaveBagega: President Jonathan has moved, time for Dr. Okonjo-Iweala to shake things (Y! FrontPage)
A lot of credit must of course go to the President, Dr. Goodluck Jonathan who moved faster than his usual self to order for the release of funds for the…
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NOI clarifies feasibility of single currency in West Africa
Emmanuel Okubenji Finance Minister, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, on Friday, said that the establishment of single currency would not be achievable merely by an act of law. Okonjo-Iweala stated this in Abuja…
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This is important – We are underestimating the problem, and overstating our capacity (#NewLeadership Series by Chude Jideonwo)
by Chude Jideonwo Government is the most important force for change in any society so ultimately to make any sustainable change, you have to have people in this imperfect, impossible…
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Why fuel subsidy account is empty – Okonjo-Iweala
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala The Minister of Finance, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, on Tuesday confirmed The PUNCH’s story that the Federal Government’s subsidy account with the Central Bank of Nigeria was empty, blaming…
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Fuel subsidy: Major fuel crisis imminent as FG’s ‘cheques bounce’ at CBN
by Isi Esene Another storm might be brewing with regards fuel subsidy payment to oil marketers as most of them were reportedly turned back while making attempts to claim funds…
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D’banj is the People’s Choice as YNaija Person of the Year 2012 [See how you voted]
D'banj by Isi Esene In a competitive voting process which lasted for weeks, readers were given an opportunity to choose their YNaija Person of the Year 2012 from a list…
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I fed Okonjo-Iweala’s mum with bread and groundnuts – Kidnap suspect
by Isi Esene Andrew Dime, a member of the 10-man kidnapping syndicate, who was arrested by the police has confessed his involvement in the abduction of Professor Kamene Okonjo, the…
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Iyinoluwa Aboyeji: Nigeria gives nothing but takes it all from you (YNaija FrontPage)
The trouble is nation building requires more than subsistence money transfers. Nigeria needs it local knowledge and need must be matched with global experience and talent. Same people that I…
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Okonjo-Iweala has said a lot, but told us nothing – and more, in today’s news round-up with Cheta Nwanze
by Cheta Nwanze "I believe he has ideas about becoming a scientist; on his present showing this is quite ridiculous." --- school report about John B Gurdon during his time…
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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