Supreme Court sacks Sheriff, declares Makarfi authentic PDP leader
Ahmed Makarfi is now the leader of Nigeria's largest opposition party.
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INVESTIGATION: How Redeemed Church officials allegedly duped members of millions in housing scheme
A housing scheme meant to bring succour to Redeemed Church members in Abuja is now a source of bitterness and internal wrangling.
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South West
APC, PDP, 10 others cleared for Lagos council elections
The names of the validated candidates had been displayed at the commission’s headquarters.
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Ex-Senator appeals ruling to pay N100, 000 for slapping newspaper vendor
The former senator says he is trying to protect his “reputation”.
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North Central
Suleja Flood: Senate urges Nigerian govt to release funds to Niger
“What has happened in Suleja is a clear confirmation of the fact that this is something that requires a much more robust action.”
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Six Boko Haram fighters killed in battles with soldiers – Nigerian Army
One of the battles occurred along the shores of Lake Chad, a spokesperson said.
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Nigerian Airforce to build new secondary school in Sokoto
The Sokoto State government has donated a land.
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Opinion
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Over-sighting Defence Expenditure, By Zainab Suleiman Okino
Procurement processes should be transparent and open without necessarily compromising national security.
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EDITORIAL: Time to Address the Biafran and Other Agitations
Lasting solutions should be devised to contain all the fears and agitations of the different groups in the country.
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President Muhammadu Buhari’s Illness: Any Lessons from the Past?, By Jiti Ogunye
In the prevailing circumstances surrounding the illness of President Muhammadu Buhari, his seeking of medical treatment overseas, the non-disclosure of the f...
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Intolerance and Hate: the Curse of Our Nation, By Gbolahan Gbadamosi
If the amount of prayers said by Nigerians is anything to go by, we should be not only the best but also the most peaceful country on earth.
Comment1962 State of Emergency: Awo’s Reply (1), By Eric Teniola
"The prime minister thinks that this very far-reaching provisions of the Constitution should be invoked merely to save a friend!"
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Nollywood
Producers, Actors guild eulogise Olu Jacobs at 75
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“Olu Jacobs is one of the foremost Nigerian actors who have helped in shaping and showcasing Nollywood.”
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Kannywood
Kannywood fans complain of movies’ return to cinemas; resort to Bollywood, Nollywood films
Most of the cinemas are only in one northern state, Kano.
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Music
Amid Senator-elect’s viral celebration dance, son gets spotlight
Here are the eight things you did not know about B-Red, Mr. Adeleke’s musician son.
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Arts & Books
Author Okey Ndibe tours Nigeria to promote new books
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The don will be talking about his recent novel, Never Look an American in the Eye.
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Travel
First storey building in Nigeria records 7,433 visitors in six months
The foundation of the building was laid in 1842 and was completed in 1845.
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Nollywood
Producers, Actors guild eulogise Olu Jacobs at 75
“Olu Jacobs is one of the foremost Nigerian actors who have helped in shaping and showcasing Nollywood.”
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Kannywood fans complain of movies’ return to cinemas; resort to Bollywood, Nollywood films
Most of the cinemas are only in one northern state, Kano.
CommentMusic
Amid Senator-elect’s viral celebration dance, son gets spotlight
Here are the eight things you did not know about B-Red, Mr. Adeleke’s musician son.
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Arts & Books
Author Okey Ndibe tours Nigeria to promote new books
The don will be talking about his recent novel, Never Look an American in the Eye.
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First storey building in Nigeria records 7,433 visitors in six months
The foundation of the building was laid in 1842 and was completed in 1845.
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News Reports
World Bank wants single regulatory body for Nigeria Free Trade Zones
The World Bank says it would lead to investor-confidence in the economy.
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Football
CHAN: Coach invites 30 players to camp
The CHAN tournament is exclusively for African players playing in their country's domestic leagues.
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Africa
Mobile subscribers in sub-Sahara Africa to pass 500 million by 2020 – Report
“Mobile is also offering sustainable solutions that address the lack of access to services such as health…”
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10 Mali soldiers missing after ambush by militants
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“We were ambushed, we have about 10 missing soldiers and we lost four vehicles.”
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