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The Late 5: Buhari sacks TETFund executive secretary Abdullahi Bafa; Fayose received N6.9 bn from Dasuki’s imprest, Obanikoro tells court
Here are the stories that drove conversation today: Buhari sacks TETFund executive secretary Abdullahi Bafa President Buhari has sacked Abdullahi Baffa as Executive Secretary, Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) and…
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I regret losing my relationship with Tinubu – Obanikoro
Former minister of state for defence, Musiliu Obanikoro, says he regrets having an estranged relationship with APC's national leader, Bola Tinubu. In an Interview with Punch, the former minister said…
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The YNaija Tracklist: Rivers Police kill 3, foil attack on airline | Ebonyi govt. begins seizure of foreign rice
From the papers this morning - a Tracklist. Rivers Police kill 3, foil attack on airline - YNaija Rivers re-run: l have video evidence of CP plotting to rig –…
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The YNaija Tracklist: Lagos rewards 18 public servants | EFCC grills ex-minister | IPOB blasts minister over Biafra comments
From the papers this morning - a Tracklist. You are free to leave Nigeria if you have another country – Buhari - YNaija Executive to blame for non-removal of judges –…
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Jude Ndukwe: Uwujaren, EFCC spokesman, lied on Fani-Kayode’s health condition
by Jude Ndukwe We read with deep regret, the purported rebuttal by EFCC spokesman, Wilson Uwujaren, on our concerns raised about Chief Femi Fani-Kayode’s health condition while in the custody…
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The YNaija Tracklist: Resign now, Rivers PDP tells Amaechi | Released Chibok girls need psychological rehabilitation – Pope | Onaiyekan backs PMB’s anti-graft war
From the papers this morning - a Tracklist. Released Chibok girls need psychological rehabilitation – Pope - YNaija How ex-gov Yero spent N2.1bn on sweets, juice in 2014 – Commissioner…
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“We are not only good in the kitchen…” | See the top 10 quotes from the past week
From the Chibok girls to the MTV Africa Music Awards, we've been your eyes and ears all week; listening closely to every word uttered or posted by any and everybody.…
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‘N785m was spent on anti-B’Haram campaign in Lagos’ – Obanikoro
Former Minister of State for Defence, Musiliu Obanikoro says N785m was spent to quell any form of Boko Haram agenda in Lagos, The Punch reports. According to the newspaper, a source in…
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The top 10 stories that made headlines this week
These are the top ten news headlines for the week. 1. Threats to impeach President Buhari According to reports, some Senators called for the impeachment of President Muhammadu Buhari at…
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EFCC quizzes Obanikoro’s wife, daughter for hours
The daughter of Musiliu Obanikoro, the former Minister of state for Defence, Shalewa Obanikoro, was on Friday allegedly quizzed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over an N800…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five stories you should be monitoring today. 1. Coup attempts fails in Turkey A coup attempt by military officials in Turkey has failed and the plotters…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are top five stories you should be monitoring today 1. Ihejirika, Minimah, 52 others to face probe Several serving and former military and public officials will face a probe…
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How Obanikoro transferred N1.2bn cash to Fayose through airport
A recent finding has shown that former Minister of state for defence, Musiliu Obanikoro allegedly transferred N1, 299, 490 billion to Ekiti state Governor, Ayodele Fayose, through an associate Abiodun Agbele. According…
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EFCC freezes ‘5 accounts’ linked to Omisore, Obanikoro’s sons
Five bank accounts linked to former Deputy Governor of Osun State, Senator Iyiola Omisore, and the two sons of immediate past Minister of State of Defence, Senator Musiliu Obanikoro, have been…
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‘I don’t know Dasuki from Adam’, says Omisore as EFCC traces N1.3bn to him
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has linked a former Deputy Governor of Osun State, Senator Iyiola Omisore, to some accounts where N1.3 billion was deposited. According to the Punch,…
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How Fayose, Obanikoro’s sons diverted $15bn – EFCC
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) claims to have found a connection between the Governor of Ekiti state, Ayodele Fayose and the two sons of a former Minister of State for…
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Obanikoro could be extradited from the US
Former Minister of state for Defence, Musiliu Obanikoro could be extradited from the United States of America if the Federal Government follows due process, according to the U.S. Justice Department. Obanikoro in…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five news stories to monitor today. 1) Ex-militants say Jonathan's associates behind militancy The Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta (MEND) has reiterated its…
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‘Why should I speak up for you?’ Is Deju Adeyanju taking subliminal attacks at Obanikoro?
New Media Director of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Deji Adeyanju, on Wednesday took to his Twitter page to lambast an unknown associate for not speaking up against the impunity…
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‘Nigeria is going back to 1985’ | Obanikoro condemns EFCC invasion of his home
Following the raid of his home by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crime Commission, former Minister of Defence, Musiliu Obanikoro, has expressed his displeasure at the "illegal" act. The…
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Obasanjo regrets associating with Bode George – Obanikoro
Senator Musiliu Obanikoro says the former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bode George, would be irrelevant and unknown if not for former President, Olusegun Obasanjo. Obanikoro, said…
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Against all opposition, Obanikoro gets inaugurated as minister
by Ranti Joseph President Goodluck Jonathan has inaugurated the eight new ministers recently confirmed by the Senate before the commencement of the weekly Federal Executive Council meeting. On Wednesday, March…
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Why we confirmed Obanikoro’s ministerial appointment – Senate President
by Ranti Joseph Senate President David Mark has defended last Wednesday's confirmation of Sen. Musiliu Obanikoro as a minister amidst protest from APC lawmakers. According to the Senate president, due…
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THE 2015 TRACKLIST: SSS, NSCDC exchange blows|Jonathan gets endorsement from northern group|We can’t compel voters, Awujale tells Jonathan|More stories
We can't compel voters, Awujale tells Jonathan ThisDay SSS, NSCDC exchange blows Leadership Tinubu alleges Jonathan unfold new plot to frame him ThisDay Almajiri school graduates has no gains, says…
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Guess who first congratulated Obanikoro on ministerial confirmation
by Ranti Joseph Now, this isn't really a surprise... The Governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose, has congratulated Musiliu Obanikoro on his confirmation as a minister by the Senate. And…
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Hi haters! Sen. Obanikoro is a minister again despite APC walkout
by Ranti Joseph The upper chamber of the National Assembly before the lawmakers on Wednesday eventually confirmed Musiliu Obanikoro as minister. This is amidst the supremacy battle between senators serving…
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‘APC is suffering from paranoia’: Lagos PDP defends Obanikoro’s nomination
by Ranti Joseph The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Lagos State on Tuesday came hard on the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the State over reports that the State PDP…
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Soyinka demands probe of Fayose, Obanikoro, others
by Ranti Joseph The Nobel Laureate, Wole Soyinka, on Tuesday demanded investigation into the Ekiti rigging audio, which appears to show how the military hierarchy and some members…
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APC will be shocked on election day – Obanikoro
by Anike Jacobs Senator Musiliu Obanikoro, former Minister of State for Defence on Friday, stated that the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos state will be shocked on election day.…
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OBJ’s endorsement of Buhari is meaningless, says Obanikoro
by Anike Jacobs Earlier today, former Nigerian president, Olusegun Obasanjo pledged his support and endorsed the candidacy of the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate, Gen. Muhammadu Buhari (rtd.), an action…
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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
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