by Azeez Adeniyi The UK Parliament has rejected a proposed state visit by US President Donald Trump. Trump was invited by the Queen after meeting with British Prime Minister, Theresa May shortly after his inauguration. However, over 1.85 million have signed a petition calling for the visit to be rejected. Protesters also stormed the street... Read More

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March 13, 2016

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Osinbajo, Buhari’s travel plans clash; costs Nigeria $250,000

In this harsh economic climate, Nigeria has reportedly lost about $250,000 due to the last minute cancellation of Vice President Yemi Osinbajo’s proposed trip to India because of the incompetence of the Protocol Department of the Presidency. Osinbajo had to cancel his trip to India, because the President, Muhammadu Buhari would also jet out of the country... Read More

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February 2, 2014

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Sonala Olumhense: Jonathan and his diet of denials

by Sonala Olumhense The man fights the wrong war. It is a shame that in a democracy, his professional constituency is sadly disrespected by ordinary soldiers in a public event despite his presence at the scene of the crime but his only comment is to continue the normal regime of denials following another Jonathan gaffe. ... Read More

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January 19, 2014

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Canada cancels Jonathan’s state visit over anti-gay law (Report)

by ‘Jola Sotubo The recent law against homosexuals signed by President Goodluck Jonathan has continued to generate criticisms all around the world. Gay rights activists, human rights activists and even entire nations have voiced out their concern at the harsh law. Canada, on the other hand, may have decided to do more than just talking.... Read More

December 25, 2013

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Trial of Gambian chef ‘who served President Jonathan contaminated food’ begins

by ‘Jola Sotubo The trial has begun in the case of a Gambian chef which allegedly caused President Goodluck Jonathan to go through a bout of food poisoning after serving him contaminated food. President Jonathan stayed at Coco Ocean, a five star hotel, during a 2-day state visit last month and was said to have... Read More

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