Year: 2021
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Eschew politics of bitterness, Gov Makinde preaches as Govs. Wike, Fayemi, Makinde attend Fayose’s son’s wedding
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, Governor Kayode Fayemi (Ekiti), Governor Seyi Makinde (Oyo) and other high profile dignitaries attended the traditional wedding ceremony of Oluwanigba Fayose, in…
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Abubakar Malami has crossed the Red Line By Chiedozie Alex Ogbonnia
In October 2020, young people across Nigeria took to the streets calling for disbanding an abusive police unit known as…
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Goronyo attack: Zulum, Yahaya visit Sokoto as NEGF’s Reps; donate N20m
Governor Babagana Umara Zulum who is the Chairman of the Northeast Governors’ Forum, alongside Governor Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State,…
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How gunmen used dynamites, freed 837 inmates from prison built for 160 people
The overcrowded Oyo Medium Security Custodial Centre, in Oyo State, was attacked by yet to be identified gunmen at about…
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When Adegboyega and Oluwabukola Olugbodi named their new son in USA
The family of Brother Adegboyega and Sister Oluwabukola Olugbodi recently named their new son, Nathan, in the United States of…
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Army Spy Chief finally eased out of service after probing misconduct of officers in 2015
Brigadier General Abubakar Sadeeq Hanafi Sa’ad, a former Director of Military Intelligence (DMI) was among the Army Generals that were…
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Business and Economy
FBN Holdings confirms Otedola’s acquisition of 5.07% equity stake; Now largest single shareholder
By Chinyere Joel-Nwokeoma Lagos, Oct. 23, 2021 Barely 24 hours after denying notification of possible acquisition of shares by Mr.…
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NAF jets’ missiles kill terrorists after attack on Yobe village
Attack aircraft of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) have eliminated scores of insurgents suspected to be members of the Islamic…
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I’m inspired, driven, prepared to serve Anambra people – PDP’s Valentine Ozigbo declares, presents manifesto to Ohanaeze Ndigbo
Valentine Ozigbo, the flag-bearer of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the November 6 Anambra governorship election, has reiterated his…
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Arts & Entertainment
London Court awards six-figure sum as damages against Maureen Badejo for defaming MFM’s GO, Pastor Olukoya
*Orders her to publish judgement in her 9 social media platforms for 10 days LAGOS, Oct. 23, 2021 A…
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The Editor in a time of crisis By Azu Ishiekwene
This topic reminds me of two recent personal incidents. I was in the office on the morning of Tuesday, July…
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Assailants abduct 2 kids inside mother’s car in Akure
By Muftau Ogunyemi Akure, Oct. 23, 2021 Police in Ondo State on Saturday confirmed the abduction of two little girls…
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Health
Access Bank gets encomiums for support to health sector
By Augusta Uchediunor Lagos, Oct. 23, 2021 Dr. Adeyemi Onabowale, Chairman, Reddington Hospital Group, has commended Access Bank Plc for…
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There’s genius in every child – Prof. Imafidon, autistic father of ‘smartest’ kids in the world; Honored by Queen of England; How he won $25m from David Cameron
Nigerian-born Chris Imafidon is a Professor at the University of Oxford, England. Though autistic, Imafidon, whose children have been described…
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Esele urges FG to borrow for capital projects, not consumption; Slams NASS’s fat budget proposal
By Deborah Coker Benin, Oct. 20, 2021 Mr. Peter Esele, former President, Trade Union Congress (TUC) has requested the Federal…
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ADF commends Igbo lawyers for solidarity with Nnamdi Kanu
A group, the Alaigbo Development Foundation (ADF) has commended the large turn out of Igbo lawyers who volunteered to join…
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IPOB thanks Ohanaeze Ndigbo for efforts in ensuring Nnamdi Kanu’s appearance in Court
The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has sent out heartfelt gratitude to the leadership of Ohanaeze Ndigbo for their efforts…
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FBN Holdings denies Otedola’s acquisition
By Chinyere Joel-Nwokeoma Lagos, Oct. 22, 2021 FBN Holdings (FBNH) Plc has denied the purported acquisition of a majority stake…
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NRC ready to resume services on Abuja-Kaduna route Oct. 23, ensure security –MD
By Lucy Ogalue Abuja, Oct. 22, 2021 The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has expressed its readiness to resume normal services…
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PDP National convention: Court bars zonal Vice Chairman, 10 other aspirants
By Igbaugba Ehigimetor Benin, Oct. 22, 2021 Edo High Court, sitting in Benin, on Friday barred 11 aspirants from the…
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Sensitize indigenes more on value of protecting pipelines, national assets, Buhari urges Ogoni leaders
President Muhammadu Buhari Friday in Abuja urged Ogoni Leaders to sensitize indigenes on value of protecting national assets like pipelines…
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Pope Francis receives PSG shirt from Messi
Rome/Buenos Aires, Oct. 22, 2021 Pope Francis has thanked Argentina football star, Lionel Messi for sending him a Paris Saint-Germain…
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Business and Economy
Energy transition: Kyari advocates justice for Africa
Ahead of the commencement of the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow, Scotland next week,…
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Nigeria’s case against Nnamdi Kanu, Sunday Igboho By Abubakar Malami, Attorney General/Minister of Justice
Text Press Of Conference On Friday 22nd October, 2021 By The Honourable Attorney General Of The Federation And Minister Of…
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Court grants bail to teenage girl facing trial for circulating nude video of retired Bayelsa Perm. Sec.; We had sex in hotel – Complainant admits
A Federal High Court sitting in Yenagoa on Thursday granted bail to a teenage girl facing trial for cybercrime by…
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