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December 19, 2016

The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversation today

These are the top five stories that drove conversation today. 1. Dangote ranked 68th on Forbes list of world’s most powerful persons Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote has been named as the 68th most powerful person in the world. Dangote who had consistently made the list since 2013 was ranked the second most powerful in Africa... Read More
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December 19, 2016

UPDATE: Russian Ambassador to Turkey killed in Ankara (GRAPHIC VIDEO)

Russia’s Ambassador to Turkey, Andrei Karlov was on Monday killed at a photo exhibition in Ankara. Karlov, was shot by a gunman while delivering a speech. The gunman, who has now been identified as a Turkish policeman shot Karlov from behind as he shouted “Allahu Akbar”. The attacker also said some words in Russian and smashed... Read More
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October 30, 2016

Nigerian students in Turkish universities safe – envoy

Nigerian students in Turkish universities are safe under the government, Turkish ambassador to Nigeria, Hakan Cakil has said. Cakil said this at a dinner reception held to celebrate the 93rd anniversary of Turkey in Abuja. He denied that 50 Nigerian students were detained in Turkey. “There were reports that about 50 Nigerians were arrested in... Read More
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October 12, 2016

We are taking necessary steps to ensure release of detained student in Turkey – FG

The Ministry of Foreign affairs on Wednesday said it was taking necessary steps to ensure the release of the detained Nigerian students in Turkey. The Ministry’s spokesperson, Clement Aduku, disclosed this in a statement made available to journalists in Abuja. Aduku denied reports that the Federal Government has abandoned the detained students. “The Ministry wishes... Read More
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October 1, 2016

50 Nigerian students arrested over Turkey failed coup

The Turkish government have alleged arrested 50 Nigerian student over the botched military coup in the country. Most of the students are said to study with Fathi University. A relative of one of the detained students told ThisDay that the students’ passports were seized. “Upon arrival at Ataturk International Airport in Istanbul, they were all escorted... Read More
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August 24, 2016

The YNaija tracklist: ‘Buhari’ dog owner is still in prison | Borno state wants Sheriff arrested for Boko Haram links | Turkey launches campaign against ISIS | More

From the papers- a tracklist Bode George accuses Governors Wike and Fayose of greed over PDP chairmanship- YNaija Borno state calls for the arrest of Ali Modu Sheriff over Boko Haram links- Guardian Lai Mohammed has reasons to develop the broadcast industry and Boko Haram is one of them- YNaija Presidential Committee on Corruption invites... Read More
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August 21, 2016

How teenager killed 51 people at Turkish wedding

On a day of celebration, 51 lives were taken by a suicide bomber in Turkey. The dead were dancing at a wedding when a suicide bomber aged between 12 and 14 years blew himself up. The bomb wounded 69 people, Mr Erdogan added, 17 of them seriously. Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in a written statement published... Read More
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July 31, 2016

Reuben Abati: The failed Turkey coup and Erdogan’s ‘power poisoning’

by Reuben Abati I was shocked by the trenchant reaction to my piece on the July 15 attempted coup in Turkey from at least two persons. The piece titled “Nigerians and the Failed Coup in Turkey” (The Guardian, Sunday, July 17) had fetched a mail and direct messages from a concerned Nigerian who objected to... Read More
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July 16, 2016

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 have surrendered. 2. EFCC quizzes Obanikoro’s wife, daughter The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has questioned the wife and daughter of Musiliu Obanikoro 3. ‘Military contracts... Read More
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June 24, 2016

Siasia releases 35-man provisional list for the Rio Olympics

Samson Siasia, head coach of the U-23 team has released the 35-man provisional list for this year’s Rio Olympics. He included in the list, Super Eagles players such as John Obi Mikel, Odion Ighalo, Kelechi Ihenacho, Alexi Iwobi and others. Nigeria will play Sweden, Colombia and Japan in Group B to qualify beyond the preliminary... Read More
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November 20, 2015

These are the turkey-sharing pictures that’s earned Julius Agwu several criticism

In commemoration of thanksgiving weekend in the US, ace comedian, Julius Agwu through his Julius Agwu Foundation, shared 250 turkeys to 250 families in Atlanta, Georgia. This however, did not augur well with many Nigerians, some of whom have been flooding the comedian’s Instagram account comment section with heavy criticisms. Here are the pictures that caused the uproar: https://instagram.com/p/-Tv9jIorzG/ https://instagram.com/p/-TxmmDor2y/ Here’s... Read More
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September 14, 2015

Thisday claims Okorocha travelled to Turkey with 100 people

The people of Imo state have reportedly criticized the Turkey trip embarked on by their state governor, Rochas Okorocha, alongside 100 others. The trip, which has reportedly crippled activities in the state in the past one week, was described by workers as wasteful and proof of Okorocha’s insensitivity to the plight of the state civil servants who are being... Read More
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September 5, 2015

How Nigerian ISIS-supporters purportedly get visas to join sect in Syria

It’s been revealed by the Head of Mission, Syria embassy in Nigeria, Dr. Shafik Daiyob, that Nigerian supporters of the Islamic State of Syria and Iraq (ISIS), usually obtained visas to join the terrorist group in Syria from the Turkish embassy in Nigeria. Daiyob disclosed to Punch Newspapers that quite a number of ISIS sympathisers entered Syria... Read More
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February 4, 2015

‘I don’t believe in juju’ – Super Eagles striker, Emenike responds to ritual stories

by Mark Bassey Super Eagles and Fenerbahce player Emmanuel Emenike, has rubbished media reports that claimed he underwent a Turkish spiritual cleansing ritual, to end his goalscoring drought. The striker finally found the back of the net last weekend against Karabukspor, after enduring a barren spell since November 2014. There were speculations that Emenike suspected... Read More
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December 9, 2014

Move over America, the Russians are giving us the jets we need

by Kolapo Olapoju A few days after a Chad-bound arms laden Russian plane was intercepted by the Nigerian Army at the Malam Aminu Kano Airport, an arms related deal has been reached between Nigeria and Russia. According to the official press agency in Turkey, Anadolu, a senior Nigerian military officer was quoted saying that a high-level Nigerian delegation... Read More
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December 2, 2014

The Pope prayed at a mosque last weekend – Is this the cool, progressive thing to do?

by Adedayo Ademuwagun Picture the Pope praying in a mosque alongside top Muslim leaders. That’s what happened in Turkey last weekend. Pope Francis was at the Blue Mosque in Instabul on Saturday as part of his three-day visit to the predominantly Muslim country. He also celebrated Mass at the Catholic Cathedral of the Holy Spirit... Read More
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October 21, 2014

Sexy and young: Sweden’s Minister of Health gets loads of love from around the world

by Temitope Onitiju He’s just 29-years-old and is fondly called the ‘handsome minister’. Sweden’s Minister of Health, Gabriel Wikstrom got Twitter users in Turkey excited, after a picture of him having lunch with Mehmet Kaplan, Sweden’s Minister of Housing and Urban Development, was re-tweeted thousands of times. He wrote back at them, “Welcome and thank... Read More
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September 8, 2014

What attracted me to my husband – Adaeze Yobo opens up

by Akan Ido Former beauty queen, Adaeze Yobo can’t stop talking about her relationship with Super Eagles captain, Joseph Yobo. In an interview with the Sun Newspapers, the beautiful lady spoke about her love for the Fenerbache FC defender, her love for fashion, what it’s like being a mother and much more. Read excerpts from the interview... Read More
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July 11, 2014

Meet the World’s Tallest Teenager who stands at over 7 feet tall (LOOK)

by Kolapo Olapoju According to a Guinness World Records news release, a teenager, Rumeysa Gelgi, 17, from Safranbolu, Turkish now holds the title for the tallest female teenager. Rumeysa, who’s a high school student stands at 7 feet tall and 0.09 of an inch. “It’s one of my biggest dreams to be awarded with this... Read More
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March 23, 2014

Perry Brimah: The Turkey arms to Nigeria terrorists mess

by Perry Brimah Does Nigeria act appropriately when arms are smuggled or cargoed into and through its borders? Is there a top-level Nigerian government involvement in smuggling deadly arms to terrorist groups in Nigeria, and what level are we talking about who may be involved in the Turkish airline ‘confession?’ By now a responsible Nigerian... Read More
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February 26, 2014

9 foods that takes away your energy

by Fitnea There are thieves among foods, stealing your energy and harming your health. Everything you eat has an impact on your energy levels. More specifically, eating the wrong foods can leave you feeling tired and unable to focus. If you do not want to drag through your work day, try avoiding some of these... Read More
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February 2, 2014

BUSTED: Man arrested with 107 ATM cards at Lagos Airport

by ‘Jola Sotubo Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), yesterday apprehended a man found in possession of 107 Automated Teller Machine (ATM) cards. The 36-year-old man was also found with two passports, one Nigerian, one Turkish, bearing different names. He was arrested during a routine search on passengers aboard a Turkish Airlines... Read More
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January 15, 2014

Okey Ndibe: On Nigeria’s new ‘MINTED’ hope

by Okey Ndibe Nigeria’s economic policy makers are understandably giddy about Mr. O’Neill’s flattering prognosis. I’d caution the infusion of a high dose of chastening realism into the premature celebration. During a brief trip to London last week, I was intrigued to realize that part of the news buzz pertained to Nigeria’s inclusion in a... Read More
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January 10, 2014

Opinion: Nigeria and its phantom MINT projections

by Nasir Suwaid The basic fundamental problem though is the fact that valid projections should always be premised on certain tangible factors of realism, conceptualism and a glaring self belief in the potentials of a nation striving to attain greatness in material wealth One of the universally accepted characteristic norms that is unique to every... Read More
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October 14, 2013

Unacceptable: Turkish TV presenter gets sacked for showing TOO MUCH CLEAVAGE in low-cut top (PHOTOS)

A Turkish TV presenter has been dismissed after a spokesman for the ruling Justice and Development Party criticised her for wearing a low-cut top on television. Gözde Kansu’s outfit was described as ‘unacceptable’ by spokesman Hüseyin Çelik because it revealed her cleavage. He launched the attack on Miss Kansu’s performance during the Veliaht TV show without... Read More
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