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N/East senators, Service Chiefs meet over relocation of IDPs
In order to realise the January 2016 timeline given by President Muhamadu Buhari for all internally displaced persons (IDPs) to…
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FG starving us of bailout funds —Bayelsa govt
The Bayelsa State Government on Tuesday expressed displeasure over the non-release of the bailout fund of N1.3 billion it requested…
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Arts & Entertainment
Saraki: National Assembly not for big MDs alone; Receives Patoranking
Senate President, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, on Tuesday said that the National Assembly is not for Managing Directors and heads…
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I am resolute in my commitment to serve Lagosians – Ambode …Renders second quarter scorecard …Says crime rate reduced by 65 percent …Commences construction of Ajah, Abule Egba, Berger flyovers
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Tuesday reaffirmed his commitment to remain resolute to serve and justify the trust…
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Business and Economy
NLNG faults ActionAid’s claim on tax incentives
The Nigeria Liquified Natural Gas, NLNG, Limited has described as false and misleading a report by ActionAid, a non-governmental organisation,…
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PDP warns fifth columnists within party; As Metuh’s family berates ‘sensational reports’ on party chieftain
Following calls by some officers of the party, Monday, for embattled members to step with immediate effect, the opposition Peoples…
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Africa
OPEC upbeat on rebound of crude oil market in 2016
Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) forecast yesterday that oil supply from non-member countries will post a larger-than-expected decline this…
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Local
Naira appreciates at parallel market
The naira, Monday, made a sudden recovery in the parallel market, following the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN’s) easing of…
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Bayelsa polls: Sylva waiting on judiciary to declare him governor – Dickson
Bayelsa State Governor, Henry Seriake Dickson has attributed his victory over the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its candidate, Timipre…
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Local
2 arraigned over N10.3m bank fraud; another for N15m dud cheque
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Tuesday, arraigned the duo of Sani Endurance and Hilary Odo before Justice A.O…
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Buhari appoints Abdallah as new NDLEA Chairman
President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointment of Muhammad Mustapha Abdallah as the new Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National…
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Local
Ahmed charges communities on development
Kwara State Governor, Dr Abdulfatah Ahmed, has urged community associations to always set agenda for sustainable development and promote peace…
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Arts & Entertainment
Ugwuanyi honoured in Ireland for outstanding leadership *Invites Nigerians in the Diaspora, others to invest in Enugu
Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu state has been honoured in Dublin, Ireland for his outstanding leadership both as governor of…
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Business and Economy
“No plan to ban tricycles in Akwa Ibom – Dr. Ntukudeh
Dennis Udoma, Uyo Akwa Ibom State government has said that there is no plan to ban the activities of commercial…
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Local
EFCC raises alarm over fake Magu Facebook account, solicitations for gratification
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC wishes to alert the general public about the activities of some unscrupulous elements…
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Local
Ambode holds 2nd Town Hall meeting in City Hall
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode, will on Tuesday, 19th January, 2016 meet with the people of Lagos Central Senatorial…
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Local
Step down now with immediate effect — PDP national officers tell Metuh, Mohammed, others
Some national officers of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have asked the National Publicity Secretary, Chief Olisa Metuh, the…
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55 people stole N1.34 trn between 2006 and 2013 – Lai Mohammed; Launches nationwide campaign against corruption
The Federal Government has appealed to the media to join hands with it in sensitizing Nigerians to the damage that…
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Education
Former Irish President moves to mobilize donor agencies for Enugu Economic Development
Enugu state government and the authorities of the Dublin City University, Ireland at the weekend signed a Memorandum of Understanding…
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NIPOST vital to FG’s reorientation campaign — Mohammed
The Federal Ministry of Information and Culture is to leverage on the existing structures of the Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST)…
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Africa
Boko Haram, economy: UN Secretary General commends Buhari
The Secretary-General of the United Nations, UN, Ban Ki-Moon, has commended the efforts of the President Muhammadu Buhari government “to…
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Local
Edo pensioners get gratuities
AGENE GODWIN, Benin Edo State Governor, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, Monday, presented cheques to pensioners as payment of the gratuities of…
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APGA Italy rallies support for Mrs. Obiano’s empowerment programme
The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Italy Chapter has boosted the Empowerment programmes of Caring Family Enhancement Initiative (CAFÉ), the…
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Local
Lagos gov’t sensitizes varsity students on sexual assault prevention
In line with the mandate of Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode, to embark on various sensitization and enlightenment…
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Local
FG warns foreign airlines against shabby treatment of Nigerians
ANTHONY OMOH The federal government has issued a stern warning to airlines, both domestic and foreign who treat Nigerians shabbily…
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