Nigerian military ignored advance warnings of Boko Haram attacks on Baga, Monguno – Amnesty International
AI says Nigerian authorities have a responsibility to protect its citizens.
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Top News
Fani-Kayode denies manipulating email on Buhari’s WASC results
As far as he is concerned, he, as a person, does not know of the existence of the said Cambridge e-mail document and what the content is all about.
CommentPDP will ensure Maku fails for the rest of his life – Ahmadu Ali
“We must make sure that now that he has shown his colour, he will continue failing for the rest of his life”.
CommentBuhari lambasts Jonathan over reversal of self on four-year single term
The APC presidential flag bearer says “the president has not measured up to the least expectations of Nigerians and that is why they are earnestly waiting fo...
CommentBoko Haram: Roundtable proffers solution to terrorism in Nigeria
“The absence of a collective “national will” is reflected in the lack of political will to combat Boko Haram by the Nigerian leadership—from the Presidency ...
CommentAbuja lawyer asks court to disqualify Buhari over certificate
The lawyer argues that the APC candidate has failed to prove that he has the basic qualification to run for office.
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Special Reports
ANALYSIS: Govt budgets billions to fund president’s, lawmakers’ lavish lifestyles; health, roads get pittance
With less funds for capital projects, Nigeria may be looking at shifting the burden of austerity onto the bricklayers, plumbers, artisans and construction wo...
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Regional
South West
Lagos will never become Bode George, Ogunlewe’s ‘feeding bottle’ – Lagos APC
"Lagosians will not, for anything, hand over their state as feeding bottle for Mr. Agbaje’s godfather for his ignoble record in looting the Nigeria...
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Fire razes spare-parts market in Warri
The fire was put out by a combined team of Fire Service Officers.
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Federal judiciary workers resume work in Enugu
JUSUN had gone on three-week nationwide strike.
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Nasarawa pensioners protest non-payment of entitlements
Pensioners say they are owed 15 months benefits.
CommentNorth East
Adamawa Assembly confirms new deputy governor
Mr. Ngilari has been without a deputy for three months.
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Opinion
Latest
Beyond Belief: Soludo’s Article on Economic Management Deficit in Facts, Logic and Honour, By Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
Response to “Buhari Vs Jonathan: Beyond the Election, by Charles Soludo”
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EDITORIAL: Nigeria Elections: Halt The Senseless Violence Now!
The path to next month’s national elections in Nigeria, and the expectations for a peaceful process among even the most optimistic among us, now po...
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Nigerian Dilemma: Between a flawed Buhari and a failed President Jonathan, By Bode Omojola
The negative verdicts on the two main presidential contestants throw into sharp relief the challenge that Nigerians face as the February 14 presidential ele...
CommentHow Jonathan Destroyed The Military and Then Nigeria, By Adeolu Ademoyo
President Jonathan and the ruling party –PDP- have made the military a party to the February 14th elections-a dangerous and desperate move that has put the s...
Comment2015 and After, By Odia Ofeimun
One remarkable paradox about the 2015 General Election is that it ought to be a referendum on whether President Goodluck Jonathan has done well in Agricultur...
CommentThe Nigerian Clergy, Politics and Violation of Moral Philosophy, By Bamidele Ademola-Olateju
The Church with its rich history of confronting tyranny has lost its moral high ground in this country.
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Nollywood
“I wish I was the mother of all Tuface’s kids”- Annie Idibia
Annie says she would never wish her children to marry a man like their dad.
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Kannywood
Why Falalu Dorayi is one of most sought-after Kannywood directors
Dorayi says he strives to remain ahead of the game.
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Lifestyle
Nduka Obaigbena’s ARISE NEWS arrives on DStv, GOtv
ARISE NEWS delivers real time international news and entertainment to global audiences, 24 hours a day, seven days a week across all platforms
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Arts & Books
Book Review: Girl-Child Education in Biu Emirates: The Early Years, By Abubakar Adam Ibrahim
The initial battle for girl education, as this book demonstrates, has been largely fought and won.
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Nollywood
“I wish I was the mother of all Tuface’s kids”- Annie Idibia
Annie says she would never wish her children to marry a man like their dad.
CommentKannywood
Why Falalu Dorayi is one of most sought-after Kannywood directors
Dorayi says he strives to remain ahead of the game.
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Lifestyle
Nduka Obaigbena’s ARISE NEWS arrives on DStv, GOtv
ARISE NEWS delivers real time international news and entertainment to global audiences, 24 hours a day, seven days a week across all platforms
CommentArts & Books
Book Review: Girl-Child Education in Biu Emirates: The Early Years, By Abubakar Adam Ibrahim
The initial battle for girl education, as this book demonstrates, has been largely fought and won.
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Business
latest
Slide in oil price: Solid minerals can save the economy, says miners’ chief
MAN says Nigeria needs to diversify its economy.
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Sports
Football
AFCON 2015: Ghana, Algeria zoom into quarter-finals
The win for Ghana was more dramatic as they were initially a goal down before rallying in the last 20 minutes for the crucial win.
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Foreign
Africa
South Africa: Calm restored after outbreak of xenophobia
The rioting resulted in the death of four people, including an 18-month-old baby in Kagiso.
CommentWest Africa
Sierra Leone lifts Ebola quarantine measures amid progress
There are indications that there is a sharp drop in transmission.
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