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Local
2016 Okpekpe not only about prize money, says organizer
AGENE GODWIN, Benin The organizer of the 10km Okpekpe road race says the primary focus of the 2016 edition of…
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May Day: Governor Ikpeazu congratulates Labour, restates commitment to workers’ welfare
As members of the different labour groups and organized civil society celebrate this year’s workers’ Day, also known as May…
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359 policemen died between Jan. 2014 and April 2016 – Inspector General
The Inspector General of Police, Solomon Arase, has disclosed that about 359 policemen have lost their lives between January 2014…
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FG to focus on completion of 206 already awarded roads · Fashola says roads will be phased with priority given to those carrying heaviest traffic
The Federal Government has declared that its focus this year would be on completion of already awarded roads across the…
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Lead Story
How security lapses exposed Enugu to Fulani herdsmen attack – Gov. Ugwuanyi; Deputy Gov. receives fact finding Committee
Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State on Friday reviewed last Monday’s invasion of Ukpabi Nimbo Community in Uzouwani Local Government…
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Lagos market boils as traders protest alleged illegal closure of shops
There seems to be no end in sight to the embattled traders of Fancy and Furniture section of Alaba International…
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Africa
Compt. Dimka hands over illicit drugs and two suspects to NDLEA
The Seme Area Command of Nigeria Customs Service has once again demonstrated the synergy that exists between the Service and…
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Local
Why I dumped pick pocketing for robbery ~ bricklayer
Twenty seven year old leader of seven man robbery gang, Dapo Simeon who was arrested for serial robberies in Lagos…
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Herdsmen’s killings in Enugu: Hon. Ngwu calls for thorough investigation by Police
A member of the House of Representatives and Chairman, House Committee on Women Affairs and Social Development, Hon. Princess Stella…
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Local
Why police cannot protect all Nigerians — IG Arase explains
Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr. Solomon Arase, has said that the current numerical strength of the Nigeria Police Force…
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Local
Aero dissolves agreement with contractor; as 100 staff lose jobs
ANTHONY OMOH As part of efforts to reposition the airline after years of mismanagement almost leading to insolvency, the management…
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Local
Buhari, Jonathan, Atiku, Oshiomhole, Tambuwal mourn late Oba of Benin
Tributes have continued to pour in for the late Oba of Benin, Omo n’Oba Erediauwa Akpolokpolo, whose demise was officially…
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Ambode visits Buhari at State House; lauds President’s economic drive
Governor Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos State, Friday, remained upbeat over President Muhammadu Buhari’s visit to China as he expressed high…
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Africa
Jermaine Jackson confirms participation at Lagos Int’l Jazz Concert …Unveils plans to set up Academy in Lagos
Jermaine Jackson, co-lead singer of global music brand, Jackson 5 and elder brother of late king of pop, Michael Jackson…
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News
Nigerian referees to NFF: Hire foreign coach for Super Eagles
President of the Nigeria Referees Association, Tade Azeez, Friday, urged the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), to hire a foreign coach…
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Local
NYSC resumes orientation exercise in Gombe
National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation exercise has resumed in Gombe state two years after it suspension due to security…
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Health
NMA raises N20m educational endowment fund for deceased doctors’ families
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Friday, said it had raised a N20 million Educational Endowment Fund for the immediate support…
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Senate seeks closer partnership with operators to grow tourism industry
Senate has called for closer partnership between it and operators of the hospitality and tourism industry in order to maximise…
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Local
Oba of Benin dies
The Oba of Benin, Omo n’Oba Erediauwa Akpolokpolo I, is dead. His death was announced late Friday evening by the…
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Business and Economy
The 2016 Dodge Durango: Available for immediate delivery – Weststar
The all new Dodge Durango is back with its latest innovations. Dodge is known to never compromise power for fuel…
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Lead Story
Mining: Fayemi canvasses regional economic cooperation, environmental safety
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Kayode Fayemi, has urged states and geo-political zones in the country to embrace…
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Business and Economy
Obijackson Group showcases Nigeria’s potentials at Offshore Technology Conference in America
The Obijackson Group, one of the fastest growing conglomerates in Sub-Saharan Africa, has stated that it is attending the Offshore…
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Local
Senator T.A Orji is pro-people, open and responsive – Aide
Senator representing Abia Central Senatorial district, Senator Theodore A. Orji has denied a report alleging that he shouted at someone…
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DPR seals 5 filling stations in Benin
AGENE GODWIN,Benin In continuation of its efforts at ensuring strict compliance with the Federal government regulated pump price for petroleum…
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Education
Unijos names Maimako VC amidst uncertainty
Jesse Nanmunu, Jos The Governing Council of the University of Jos, central Nigeria, has allegedly gone against a court injunction…
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