Year: 2020
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Africa
Buhari mourns former Egyptian leader, Hosni Mubarak
By Ismaila Chafe Abuja, Feb. 25, 2020 President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday condoled with the government and people of Egypt…
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Obi mourns BRAC Founder, says he has lost a friend
Vice Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) during the 2019 elections, Mr Peter Obi, has described the founder of…
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Reps granting immunity to principal officers is ripping up the constitution—SERAP
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has condemned “the passing of a bill seeking to give leaders of federal and…
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President Buhari commissions flyover in Ondo, assures of sustenance of massive investments in infrastructure
President Muhammadu Buhari Tuesday inaugurated the Ore Interchange Flyover on the Shagamu–Ore–Benin Expressway in Ondo State with an assurance that…
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Bayern Munich whip Chelsea 3-0 for sweet revenge
London, Feb. 25, 2020 Two second half goals in less than three minutes from Serge Gnabry and one from Robert…
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Konga will hit $10m daily turnover by 2024, says Imudia
E-commerce giant, Konga has revealed that the business will hit the $10 million daily turnover mark by 2024. To realise…
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Nigeria’s salvation lies in decentralisation of federal powers — Sanwo-Olu; Unity is key – Bode George
The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has offered a fresh impetus on how true federalism can solve the current security…
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AMCON takes over Buba Galadima, former Buhari ally turned foe’s residence, company
A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory in Suits No. FHC/ABJ/CS/1136/2019 has ordered Asset Management Corporation…
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Local
Griezmann goal earns FC Barcelona draw at spirited Napoli
Naples (Italy), Feb. 26, 2020 Antoine Griezmann’s second half equaliser handed FC Barcelona a vital away goal and a 1-1…
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Business and Economy
Oil workers bemoan nonpayment of terminal benefits 10 years after sack by ExxonMobil
Some 70 members of Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association (PENGASSAN) on Monday lamented the nonpayment of their severance…
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‘Amotekun’ will attract more investors, improve Nigeria’s economy, says Gani Adams
By Adekunle Williams Lagos, Feb. 24, 2020 The Aare Ona Kankanfo of Yoruba Land, Iba Gani Adams, on Monday said…
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Business and Economy
Dangote boosts south East economy with N63billion investment in Anambra Motor Manufacturing Company (ANAMMCO)
LAGOS, Nigeria, February 25, 2020 Dangote Group (www.Dangote.com) has in the last five years invested over N63bn in the South…
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One day fast: We’re grateful to Nigerians, Borno Governor says
Borno Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum on Monday night conveyed message of gratitude to Nigerians within and outside his state…
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Amaechi, Sanwo-Olu, George, Daniel, Garba Shehu, others for 3rd Freedom Online lecture
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State will, on Tuesday at Sheraton Lagos Hotel, Ikeja, lead other speakers to discuss the…
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Arts & Entertainment
UNILAG’s Convocation Ceremonies hold March 2- 13, 2020; Communication Minister delivers Guest Lecture; Ahmed Yerima’s “The Wives” is Convocation Play.(See detailed program; other information)
The University of Lagos, Nigeria (UNILAG) has scheduled its 51st (2019) Convocation Ceremonies to hold from Monday, March 2, 2020…
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Lead Story
Arrest Oshiomhole, APC leaders over ‘mob attack’ on Justice Mary Odili’s residences, Group charges IGP; Threatens lawsuit in USA
A United States of America (US) based group, Imo Diaspora Coalition for Justice and Democracy (IDCJD) has called on Nigeria’s…
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Local
Umahi sacks two aides over alleged murder involvement, orders arrest
By Chukwuemeka Opara Abakaliki, Feb.23, 2020 Gov. David Umahi of Ebonyi has sacked two of his aides allegedly involved in…
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Pompeo affirms support for Iraq, stresses ‘obligation’ to U.S. forces
Washington, Feb. 24, 2020 U.S. Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo, reaffirmed Washington’s support for Iraq in a phone call with…
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Demand for electric cars on the increase
Munich, Feb. 24, 2020 Demand for electric and hybrid cars is on the rise in Germany, online car comparison…
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Business and Economy
CBN clarifies operation of Domiciliary Accounts
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has formally clarified issues surrounding the operations of domiciliary accounts in Nigeria. Making the…
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How government kills businesses — Obi
Vice Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) during the 2019 elections, Mr. Peter Obi, has called for a legislation that…
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Osinbajo, Lawan, Okowa, others extol Omo-Agege’s leadership virtues
Vice President Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, President of the Senate, Senator Ahmad Lawan and Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa were among…
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Local
Stop planned protest against Sylva, group warns Gov. Wike; Calls him ‘a warmonger’
A group, Patriots of Ijaw Nation (PIN), has warned Rivers State Governor, Barrister Nyesom Wike, to stop a planned…
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Lead Story
S/Court judgment: Kanu Agabi still Ihedioha’s lawyer – Onwubiko
By Ikenna Osuoha Abuja, Feb 23, 2020 Mr Kingsley Onwubiko, Convener, Imo Concerned Citizens Forum (ICCF) says Chief Kanu Agabi,…
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Former Govs Obi, Chime, celebrate former Union Bank Chairman at 85
By Tosin Omoloyin Enugu, Feb. 23, 2020 Former Governors Peter Obi of Anambra and Sullivan Chime of Enugu State were…
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