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IDPs to return home by early 2016 – Buhari assures IRC
President Muhammadu Buhari assured, Wednesday, in Abuja that the return of internally displaced persons (IDPs) to their original homes will…
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Subsidy: FG orders payment of N407bn to petroleum marketers
Federal Government has directed the immediate payment of N407 billion owed to petroleum products importers under a subsidy scheme, the…
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Okpella, Okenne boundary clash: Call Dangote, Ado Ibrahim to order – Edo council boss tells IGP, SSS
AGENE GODWIN, Benin Following the recent clash between the Okpella community in Edo State and the Okenne in Kogi state…
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ANEEJ condemns FG’s vote against UN resolution on human rights defenders
AGENE GODWIN, Benin Irked by what it has described as ‘unreasonable’, the African Network for Environment and Economic Justice ANEEJ,…
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Xiaomi set to conquer Nigeria’s smartphone market with Redmi 2 & Mi4
Xiaomi, the world’s fastest smartphone maker has established a strong presence in the Nigerian market, with the roll out of…
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Olamide to headline MTV Base White Christmas Party
To celebrate the Christmas Season and reward music lovers for their support throughout the year, MTV Base has announced that…
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GTBank named Bank of the Year in Nigeria for second successive year
Foremost African financial institution; Guaranty Trust Bank plc has once again reaffirmed its position as a leading global brand with…
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Etisalat counsels students on quality career choices
Telecommunications operator, Etisalat has charged students in Nigerian public secondary schools to secure their future through quality career decisions. The…
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Committee confirms abduction of 6 family members, other casualties during Boko Haram’s raid on Bam Buratai
ABDULLAHI ISAH, Maiduguri The 7-man Committee constituted by Governor Kashim Shettima of Borno state to investigate the alleged abduction of…
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Boko Haram, cattle rustlers have similar modes of operation — Governor Masari
Katsina State governor, Aminu Masari has said there is a strong linkage between Boko Haram and cattle rustlers terrorising the…
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Gov. Abubakar Bello pledges support for Road Safety Corps
The Governor of Niger state, Alhaji Abubakar Sani Bello has pledged the support of the state government to the activities…
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GT Bank unveils SKS Young Inventor Competition
Foremost financial Institution; Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank), has unveiled the SKS Young Inventor Competition which is expected to run between…
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Boko Haram: Benin Republic to send 800 troops to Nigeria
President of the Republic of Benin, Mr. Boni Yayi, has pledged to send 800 soldiers to fight alongside Nigerian troops.…
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No anti-social media bill before the Senate – Saraki; as Sokoto-based group demands withdrawal of document
Senate President Dr. Bukola Saraki, Wednesday, said there was no anti-social media bill before the Senate. Speaking after the Lagos…
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U-23: Nigeria beat Senegal to qualify for 2016 Rio Olympics
Nigeria’s Dream Team IV, Wednesday, defeated hosts, Senegal1-0 to reach the final of the U-23 African Nations Cup, Wednesday. Oghenekaro…
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EFCC has investigated 1,881 cases in 2015, secured 78 convictions — Magu; Vows to leave no stone unturned in prosecuting looters
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured 78 convictions in the 280 cases filed before the law courts…
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Sokoto declares state of emergency in education sector
Sokoto government, Wednesday, declared a state of emergency in the state’s education sector, with a pledge to totally turn around…
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(Photonews) Atiku receives Kuwaiti Ambassador to Nigeria in Abuja
Former Vice President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, Wednesday, received the Ambassador of the State of Kuwait to Nigeria in Abuja on…
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Enugu land disputes resolution committee begins work
The committee constituted by the Enugu State Government to resolve the age-long land dispute in Ibagwa Nike community has commenced…
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Improve food processing technology to boost economy — FUTA don advises FG
To further support the nation’s economy, science and technological education must be repositioned with adequate funding, well equipped laboratories and…
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NIMASA committed to stamping out criminality from maritime industry – DG
Acting Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Mr. Haruna Baba Jauro, has reiterated the commitment…
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14 political parties condemn military’s role in Bayelsa governorship election
NEDU MARK, Yenagoa At least 14 political parties that participated in last Saturday’s governorship election in Bayelsa State have strongly…
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