China offers Nigeria $6bn credit facility

Nigeria has been offered a $6bn credit facility by China to fund infrastructure projects in the country. This development was on Tuesday, made known by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama. While speaking with reporters who travelled with President Muhammadu Buhari to China, the Minister said: “It is a credit that is on the... Read More

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April 12, 2016

Audu Maikori: I’m angry with Nigerian youths

I am angry….during the last elections Nigerian youth were galvanized and they voted massively for change from the previous administration. The results showed the role the youth played in effecting this victory for the ruling party. So when there was a delay in ministerial announcements I was hoping that it meant that PMB was searching... Read More

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April 12, 2016

7,629 ‘ghost workers’ discovered in Kano state

The Kano State Government, on Tuesday, announced the discovery of 7,629 ghost workers during the course of the ongoing biometrics verification of civil workers in the state. According to the Head of Service of the state, Muhammad Na’iya, the discovery will save over N283.5 million for the state on a monthly basis. Na’iya revealed the... Read More

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April 11, 2016

FIFA will ‘sanction’ Nigeria if Amaju Pinnick is suspended

The Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA) has threatened to suspend the Nigeria Football Federation if Amaju Pinnick is removed as president. A letter was released to this effect on Monday, April 11 – with FIFA warning that the sacking of Amaju Pinnick by the federal high court in Jos is considered an interference in... Read More

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April 11, 2016

‘Don’t take $2bn loan from China’ – Falana

Prominent human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana has advised the Federal Government to abandon its plan of borrowing $2 billion from China, saying that such a move will plunge ‘the nation into more indebtedness.’ Falana urged the Muhammadu Buhari administration to instead, make efforts to recover funds that were not remitted... Read More

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April 10, 2016

Opinion: Local government as a catalyst of change

We’re in the season of change. For the first time in Nigeria’s history, the voice of the people resonated loudly at the polls when the then opposition party APC was voted into power. It was a defining moment for our nation when the ever-resilient Nigerian people stamped their feet and declared that enough is enough... Read More

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April 10, 2016

Arik Air ditches passengers for ‘Dangote staff’ in Benin airport (PHOTOS)

A protest broke out on Sunday, at a Benin airport after passengers who were scheduled for two Arik Air flights from Benin to Lagos, were said to have found out that their flight had been chattered by members of staff of Dangote Cement. The passengers who were billed to board their flights at 16:30 to... Read More

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April 10, 2016

Opinion: The enemies of Nigeria’s security

The greatest threat to the security of the Nigerian nation is the Nigerian state. This formulation is so paradoxical and oxymoronic that it can only be offered in times of extreme stress or when everything is out of joint and a nation has its back to the wall. This is because the principal reason for... Read More

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April 10, 2016

Reuben Abati: Leave matter for Matthias, let’s discuss something else

“What happened?” “Nigerians and their sense of humour; we always manage to squeeze laughter out of every situation, no matter how sad.” “I don’t like the suspense. What is it?” “I attended a wedding engagement ceremony.” “And?” “When the groom’s family was presenting gifts to the bride’s family, do you know what they did?” “I... Read More

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April 9, 2016

Dele Momodu: A second desperate memo to President Buhari

Your Excellency, Assalam Alaikum. It has been over six months since you graciously invited me to your office in Abuja. I must note once again that I was truly honoured and humbled by our one-on-one meeting. We spoke and interacted like two old buddies. What was more, I was all alone with you without a... Read More

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April 9, 2016

‘I’m not yet finished… I’m not tired’ – Jonathan

Former President, Goodluck Jonathan said on Friday, that he’s not yet done with his good works for Nigeria. Speaking at the Vanguard Personality Award, the former president said he is not yet tired, and as such, he would through his foundation, render services to Nigeria and all of humanity. Jonathan was represented by a former... Read More

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April 9, 2016

Nigerian man arrested in Germany for being connected to ISIS

Coming on the heels of last month’s terror attack at Brussels airport, a 29 year old Nigerian is reported to have been arrested by German authorities over an alleged connection with Islamic state in Iraq and Syria (ISIS). According to reports by international newspaper, Reuters, the unnamed Nigerian was detained by German police alongside an... Read More

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April 8, 2016

‘Buhari is planning to borrow N1.84 trillion from China’ – Fayose

The Ekiti state governor, Ayodele Fayose, on Friday raised an alarm over the proposed trip of President Muhammadu Buhari to China. According to the governor, President Buhari was travelling to China so he can obtain a loan of N1.84 trillion that he will use to finance the 2016 budget. Speaking through his Special Assistant on... Read More

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April 8, 2016

Opinion: APC and Nigeria’s dark, chequered history

Seventeen years back, the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, assumed the leadership of this country with the shared hope of leading its people to the fountain of economic, and social freedom, premised on political good. Sixteen years down the path, the story leaves much to be desired, though, not out of a manageable reach for many... Read More

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April 8, 2016

‘If there’s not enough electricity, it’s not the President’s fault’ – Fashola

“Can an employee who caused the employer such financial losses in all good conscience expect improved welfare package or industrial peace? Or have the employees taken over from the employers?” The above statement was made by the Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, as he appealed to the conscience of electricity workers on... Read More

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April 7, 2016

Opinion: PDP must give the youths a place at the table in 2019

The bedrock of any organization, either philanthropic, political or otherwise is reflected by the role and respect given to the next generation of such establishment. No nation can progress or successfully navigate the murky waters of globalization without taking adequate care of her youths and children. As at Monday, April 4, 2015, when the opposition... Read More

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April 7, 2016

‘We are not responsible for fuel scarcity’ – Petrol marketers

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association Nigeria (IPMAN) has denied being responsible for the lingering fuel scarcity around the country. According to a statement signed by the National Operations Controller and immediate past National Secretary of IPMAN, Mike Osatuyi, the false accusation which led to the misinformation emanated from one Lawson Ngoa, who claims to be... Read More

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April 7, 2016

Fuel crisis: 7 cargo vessels arrive Nigeria

About seven cargoes of Petroleum Motor Spirit (PMS) has arrived the country for onward distribution to various parts of the country, so as to solve the lingering fuel crisis in the country, says the Executive Director, Supply and Distribution, Products Petroleum and Marketing Company, (PPMC) Justin Ezeale. Ezeale, who stated this while speaking with oil... Read More

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April 6, 2016

NASS finally sends details of 2016 budget to Buhari

The Appropriation Committees of the Senate and House of Representatives have forwarded to the Clerk of the National Assembly for submission to the Presidency the 2016 Appropriation Bill. The Chairmen of the committees, Danjuma Goje and Abdulmumin Jibrin released a joint statement to the effect of the submission of the budget document on Wednesday. The... Read More

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April 6, 2016

The 5 major ripple effects of fuel scarcity on Nigerians

Nigerians have, for close to one month, been subjected to spending hours on long unending queues at fuel stations just to purchase the precious Premium Motor Spirit – widely know as Petrol. As the fuel crisis in the country lingers and the toll on the general populace becomes much more intense, Nigerians have been reduced... Read More

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April 5, 2016

Kidnapping: State of emergency declared in Kaduna

The Kaduna Police Command, on Tuesday, declared a ‘state of emergency’ in the state, following the increased spate of kidnapping incidents. According to the Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Zubairu Abubakar, an anti-kidnap squad has been constituted to fight kidnapping in the state. Abubakar, who stated this during an interview with newsmen, noted that the... Read More

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April 5, 2016

‘We need forex… to keep our 7,200 employees’ – Innoson Motors

Indigenous vehicle manufacturing company, Innoson is also feeling the effects of the federal government’s restriction on forex Chairman of the auto-company, Innocent Chukwuma on Monday, led the management team of Innoson on a courtesy visit to the Minister of Science and Technology, Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu, in Abuja. During the visit, he urged the government to... Read More

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April 4, 2016

‘Nigeria made a lot of money without planning for the rainy day’ – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday said the indiscipline of the Peoples Democratic Party to effectively manage Nigeria’s economy has led to the prevalent harsh economic conditions. Buhari said the party, while it held sway for 16 years, failed to plan for the rainy day despite high revenue from oil. The President made the comments at... Read More

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April 4, 2016

PDP’s reconciliation moves may offer Saraki a lifeline

Considering his current battles with the All Progressives Congress and the Code of Conduct Tribunal, Senate President Bukola Saraki may be offered a way of saving his political career should he end up being convicted by the Tribunal. Saraki is on trial at the CCT for alleged false assets declaration from 13 years ago when... Read More

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April 4, 2016

Pastor Tunde Bakare calls for a ‘revolution’ in Nigeria

Pastor Tunde Bakare, the General Overseer of the Latter Rain Assembly, says Nigeria is in desperate need of an urgent revolution. According to the cleric, structural deformation, institutional degradation, constitutional aberrations and governmental incapacitation are fundamental errors that should be addressed before Nigeria can be moved forward. Speaking during the 27th anniversary thanksgiving of his... Read More

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April 4, 2016

‘Most senior governor in Nigeria’, Fayose won’t support Sheriff’s presidential ambition

The ‘most senior governor in Nigeria’, Ayodele Fayose of Ekiti state says he won’t support the Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party to contest for Nigeria’s presidency in 2019. The governor described the rumours of a prospective joint ticket of Sheriff/Fayose for the 2019 presidential elections as the ‘deceit of the highest order’. Speaking at... Read More

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April 4, 2016

Nigeria loses N779m daily to illegal exportation of gold

Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, has revealed that about 100 kilogrammes of gold is exported outside Nigeria every single day, without records being made. Based on the present gold price, a kilogramme can be sold for as high as $39, 149 and with the present exchange rate of N199 to a dollar,... Read More

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April 3, 2016

‘We are working diligently to correct our mistakes’ – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari has said his government is working very hard to correct the mistakes made by the nation and its leaders. Speaking in Washington DC to a group of Nigerians on Saturday, the President reiterated his administration’s resolve to move the country forward as quickly as possible. A statement was issued to this effect... Read More

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April 3, 2016

PDP governors plot Sheriff’s fall in party game of thrones

Peoples Democratic Party governors, who played a hand in bringing in Ali Modu Sheriff as the party chairman have turned tail and orchestrated a fine plan to ensure that he is ousted at the forthcoming National convention party billed to begin in May. According to reports, the governors are in cahoot with the Board of... Read More

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April 3, 2016

Reuben Abati: A country desperately in search of a miracle

“You look tired” “Ha, my brother. Thanks for being observant. I have been trekking.” “Trekking?” “I went to buy fuel at that fuel station by the Estate gate. I had to abandon the car there. On my way back home, I could not find okada or any other form of transportation.” “No wonder you are... Read More

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China offers Nigeria $6bn credit facility

Audu Maikori: I’m angry with Nigerian youths

7,629 ‘ghost workers’ discovered in Kano state

FIFA will ‘sanction’ Nigeria if Amaju Pinnick is suspended

‘Don’t take $2bn loan from China’ – Falana

Opinion: Local government as a catalyst of change

Arik Air ditches passengers for ‘Dangote staff’ in Benin airport (PHOTOS)

Opinion: The enemies of Nigeria’s security

Reuben Abati: Leave matter for Matthias, let’s discuss something else

Dele Momodu: A second desperate memo to President Buhari

‘I’m not yet finished… I’m not tired’ – Jonathan

Nigerian man arrested in Germany for being connected to ISIS

‘Buhari is planning to borrow N1.84 trillion from China’ – Fayose

Opinion: APC and Nigeria’s dark, chequered history

‘If there’s not enough electricity, it’s not the President’s fault’ – Fashola

Opinion: PDP must give the youths a place at the table in 2019

‘We are not responsible for fuel scarcity’ – Petrol marketers

Fuel crisis: 7 cargo vessels arrive Nigeria

NASS finally sends details of 2016 budget to Buhari

The 5 major ripple effects of fuel scarcity on Nigerians

Kidnapping: State of emergency declared in Kaduna

‘We need forex… to keep our 7,200 employees’ – Innoson Motors

‘Nigeria made a lot of money without planning for the rainy day’ – Buhari

PDP’s reconciliation moves may offer Saraki a lifeline

Pastor Tunde Bakare calls for a ‘revolution’ in Nigeria

‘Most senior governor in Nigeria’, Fayose won’t support Sheriff’s presidential ambition

Nigeria loses N779m daily to illegal exportation of gold

‘We are working diligently to correct our mistakes’ – Buhari

PDP governors plot Sheriff’s fall in party game of thrones

Reuben Abati: A country desperately in search of a miracle

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