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#WorldCup Roundup: Forsberg’s goal sends Sweden to the quarter-finals ahead of Switzerland
Emil Forsberg's deflected shot was the difference in an otherwise drab round-of-16 matchup between Sweden and Switzerland. The first half was relatively pedestrian with Switzerland edging with possession and attempts…
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#WorldCup Roundup: Neymar comes to the party as Brazil top Group E
Brazil’s diva Neymar came to the party in the Selecao’s last group game against Serbia in Spartak. Brazil ran out comfortable 2-0 winners with goals from Paulinho in the 36th…
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#WorldCup 2018 Roundup: Neymar fails to impress as Brazil falls short | Mexico stun defending champions, Germany
Neymar failed to impress as Brazil could only manage a draw against an organised Switzerland side in their opening Group E encounter in Rostov. Philippe Coutinho opened the scoring with…
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#WorldCup2018 Profile: Can Neymar and Brazil handle the huge expectations on their shoulders in Group E?
Brazil’s very own, Neymar, is unanimously the biggest star in Group E of the 2018 World Cup in Russia. He will be looking to lead his Brazil side all the…
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Nigeria, Switzerland complete agreement over $321m Abacha loot
Nigeria has signed a memorandum of understanding with Switzerland for the return of $321 million stashed by former military ruler, Sani Abacha. Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami sealed the agreement…
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We are finalising efforts to recover $321m from Switzerland – FG
The Senior Special Assistant to President Muhammadu Buhari on Justice Reforms, Juliet Ibekaku on Monday said Nigeria is concluding plans with the Switzerland Government for the repatriation of the looted money -…
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FEC approves MoU with Switzerland over repatriation of $321m loot
The Federal Executive Council on Wednesday approved a Memorandum of Understanding between Nigeria and Switzerland over the repatriation of $321m stolen fund. Attorney-General of the Federation, Mr. Abubakar Malami (SAN), disclosed…
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Switzerland to return $321m Abacha loot – Malami
The Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Abubakar Malami (SAN) Thursday, said that negotiation has been concluded with Switzerland on the return of $321 million recovered…
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Paris, Los Angeles guaranteed to host 2024 or 2028 Olympic Games – IOC
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) Tuesday guaranteed Paris and Los Angeles to host 2024 or 2028 Olympic Games. The decision was made by consensus at a meeting of IOC members…
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34 Nigerians deported by 6 European countries
Thirty-four Nigerians have reportedly being deported from six European countries for immigration-related offences. The deportees, who have arrived at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos on Thursday at 6.30a.m,…
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#ChibokGirls: Why Switzerland helped Nigeria – Spokesperson
Spokesperson of Switzerland Foreign Ministry, Noemie Charton, said Switzerland took part in negotiations that secured the release of 82 girls kidnapped by the insurgent group, Boko Haram. It would be…
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BREAKING: Presidency confirms release of 82 Chibok girls
Following media reports yesterday evening of the release of more Chibok girls from the hands of Boko Haram, the Federal government has now confirmed that the release indeed took place.…
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Osinbajo returns to Nigeria, to serve as acting President
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has arrived Nigeria after cutting short his trip to Switzerland for this year's World Economic Forum. Osinbajo was expected to return on Friday but arrived Nigeria…
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Day 2: Countdown to Aisha Buhari’s apology #IsSheInBrusselsOrSwitzerland?
Update: She still hasn't apologised. Yeah! Like I will But that's understandable. She's not back home yet. She's still at the African Women's Forum in Brussels, Belgium. Or is it…
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Who do we have to thank for the return of these Chibok Girls?
by Roqeebah Olaoniye Yesterday in Nigerian News was gloomy enough to have made us turn, in desperation, to the saying that there is light at the end of the tunnel. Sure…
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We want our stolen money back, Buhari tells Switzerland President
President Muhaamdu Buhari has told his Swiss counterpart, Johann Schneider-Ammann to release the country's funds which were stashed away in the European country. According to a statement by the President's…
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12 facts about Arsenal’s new recruit, who won his first major trophy in Nigeria
Following a disappointing season of no silverware, the Arsenal board and its manager, Arsene Wenger appear ready to make a statement after Borussia Mönchengladbach midfielder, Granit Xhaka was spotted at the…
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Nigeria to receive another $300 million Abacha loot from Switzerland
The Switzerland government has expressed its readiness to return $300 million (N59, 742, 000,000 billion) stolen from the coffers of the Nigerian treasury. The aforementioned sum was reportedly recovered from the…
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Kola Aluko, Diezani’s stooge to be probed, extradited
Oil baron, Kola Aluko, who's one of the collaborators of former Minister of Petroleum, Diezani Alison-Madueke, may soon be extradited from Switzerland to the United Kingdom. Alison-Madueke, who was arrested in…
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National embarrassment! Power goes off during International Badminton Championship in Abuja
by Mark Bassey On the opening day of the Nigeria International Badminton Championships (NIBC) in Abuja, the organisers were embarrassed as power went off and was not restored. The incident…
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Nigerian on the edge as Brent crude prices crash to 2-year low
by Tunji Andrews Tuesday saw oil prices crash, posting it's biggest one-day drop in two years on signs that the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries was unlikely to cut…
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Nigeria’s football drama: CAS upturns FIFA’s directive to NFF
by Olorunwa Lawal The Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) in Lausanne, Switzerland has accused World Football Governing Body of interfering with the internal running of football in Nigeria. The…
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#Ebola outbreak will be with us for another half year – MSF
by Olorunwa Lawal It will take about six months to bring under control the Ebola epidemic, the head of Medecins Sans Frontieres said on Friday, saying the outbreak in West…
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#EkitiDecides: 10 things you SHOULD know about the ongoing election in Ekiti
by Adeola Balogun The Ekiti governorship elections have begun and all eyes are watching the proceedings because for many, this will be a foretaste of what lies in store for…
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Timi Dakolo, Nigeria’s King of Soul, wows at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland (PHOTOS)
by Oge Okonkwo Timi Dakolo performed at the Nigerian Soiree at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland which took place on January 23, 2014. Present at the event…
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#YNaijaLegal: What you should know about Medical Negligence & other related matters
by 'Deji Olunlade It has been held in Abatan v Awudu (2003) 10 NWLR (Pt. 829) 451 C.A that “the relationship between a doctor and his patient is one of…
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Sex in the city: Zurich approves new law to protect prostitutes
The Swiss city of Zurich on Thursday unveiled a sex drive-in which local authorities say will enable them to keep closer tabs on prostitution, a year after voters backed the…
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Atiku Abubakar: Nigerians in the diaspora must be allowed to vote
by Atiku Abubakar Nigeria requires a committed, visionary leadership that works in concert with a mobilized citizenry – with this we can change the way issues are handled and turn Nigeria around! Democracy is not bestowed on a society over night.…
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First lady Dame Patience Jonathan arrived Abuja Wednesday night from Switzerland after the death of her step-mother
PRESIDENT GOODLUCK JONATHAN (M) WITH HIS MOTHER, MRS EUNICE JONATHAN (L) WELCOMING THE FIRST LADY, DAME PATIENCE JONATHAN FROM SWITZERLAND AFTER THE DEATH OF HER STEP-MOTHER. Nigeria's first lady,Dame Patience…
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Zainab Usman: The need for ownership of African problems and solutions (Y! Policy Hub)
by Zainab Usman “Africa’s story has been written by others; we need to own our problems and solutions and write our story.” Paul Kagame, President of Rwanda With these words, Paul Kagame…
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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