Year: 2020
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Local
Groups allege smear campaign against Buhari’s men . Say Omo-Agege, Gbajabiamila, Emefiele are targets
Some President Muhammadu Buhari support groups have exposed “alleged plots by dubious political double-dealers, paid merchants and insidious elements to…
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Nine professors, 22 others inducted for Shell sabbatical, research positions
PORT HARCOURT, Nigeria, January 19, 2020 Thirty-one Nigerian academics and research interns including nine professors and four senior lecturers were…
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The reckless fixation of Awka on Peter Obi By Joe-Martins Uzodike
Only the other day, I read a published piece titled Peter Obi and the Rest of Us, written under…
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Stop payment of life pensions to ex-Abuja council chairs, speakers, SERAP asks court
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit asking the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court to: “declare the…
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Imo Governorship Supreme Court verdict: When the Judge becomes the culprit BY UZOMA O NWAGWU
There is a saying, Justice cannot just be seen, it must be felt, in the hearts of the people…
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Buhari in London, says Nigeria’s border closure not meant to punish neighbours
President Muhammadu Buhari Saturday in London said that the partial closure of Nigeria’s borders is not meant to punish her…
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Staff fitness crucial to NNPC’s performance, GMD says at sports fiesta
By Olanrewaju Akojede Lagos, Jan. 18, 2020 The Group Managing Director (GMD) of Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Mele Kyari,…
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Bayelsa exceeds 16,000 jobs target from World Bank/EU funds
The Bayelsa government has surpassed a target of 16,000 jobs for youths with a World Bank loan and grant component…
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Fayemi canvasses more roles for women, youths …Says Amotekun in line with community policing …..As ex-VP Sambo, Shettima, Ikpeazu others speak on democracy
Ekiti State Governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi, on Thursday made a case for a more inclusive political process that would lead…
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When billionaire businessman, Chairman, Eleganza Group of Companies, Chief Akanni Rasak Okoya celebrated 80th birthday
Billionaire businessman and Chairman, Eleganza Group of Companies, Chief Akanni Rasak Okoya celebrated his 80th birthday in Lagos on Sunday,…
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Education
Jamilu Gwamna sponsors 10 less privileged students to study in Moroccan universities
A foremost Gombe philanthropist and Managing Director of Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO), Dr. Jamilu Isiyaku Gwamna, has offered automatic…
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Enugu Police Commissioner parades 2 child traffickers, recovers 9 children
By Stanley Nwanosike Enugu, Jan. 17, 2020 Police Command in Enugu State on Friday paraded two suspected child traffickers who…
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Africa
London summit: ACFTA to top discussion as Adesina visits UK
By Mustapha Sumaila Abuja, Jan. 17, 2020 The African Continental Free Trade Area (ACFTA) will top discussion as Dr Akinwumi…
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President Buhari departs Abuja for London to attend UK-Africa Investment Summit
President Muhammadu Buhari has departed Abuja Friday for London to participate in the inaugural UK-Africa Investment Summit holding on Monday,…
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Obi laments burning of Anambra school, extends support
Vice Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Mr. Peter Obi, has described the recent burning of the hostel…
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‘Walking with Shadows’ for screening at Göteborg Film Festival
Walking with Shadows, a film co-produced by Funmi Iyanda and Olumide Makanjuola, has been scheduled for screening at the 2020…
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Education
Lectures begin at Power Ministries International Inc, USA’s Institute of Christian Leadership
The leadership lectures of the Institute of Christian Leadership Inc and Power Ministries International Inc, USA have commenced in the…
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Arts & Entertainment
Uzodinma appoints SSG, AG, CPS, others
Owerri, Jan. 17, 2020 Imo Governor, Hope Uzodinma on Friday approved the appointment Mr Cosmos Iwu as the Secretary of…
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2023: Aspirants woo America for Nigerian President of South East extraction
Washington, D.C. An array of potential presidential aspirants stormed the United States to lobby support for the election of a…
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Bayelsa reports N13.91 bn for Nov 2019 , incurs over N2.12 bn deficit
Bayelsa government on Thursday said it earned a gross income of N13.91 bn from the Federation account but ended up…
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2023: Okowa’s administration remains focused, says Commissioner
By Ifeanyi Olannye Asaba, 15, 2020 Mr Charles Aniagwu, Delta Commissioner for Information has said that the administration of Gov.…
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Shake-up in Lagos State cabinet as Sanwo-Olu welcomes new members
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced a cabinet reshuffle, with the appointment of three new members. A statement…
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Aare Gani Adams celebrates 2nd anniversary, installs new chiefs
Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland land, Iba Gani Abiodun Ige Adams on Wednesday installed new chiefs. The newly installed chiefs, 16…
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Maritime can strengthen Nigeria’s economy – Dangote · Now is time for investors to key in – Women Affairs Minister
The President of Dangote Group of Companies, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has identified the maritime industry as a key element in…
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