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ANALYSIS: The 36 APC losers from Supreme Court’s ruling on Zamfara elections
The Supreme Court ruled that the ruling party did not conduct valid primaries in the build-up to the elections in Zamfara.
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Supreme Court upholds Governor Fayemi’s election
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The Peoples Democratic Party had challenged the outcome of the July 2018 governorship election in Ekiti State.
CommentPopulation Growth: Nigeria sitting on time bomb – Governor Yari
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“I think even Niger Republic that is not up to the size of Kano State, they have their plan on the population."
CommentN479 billion released for social intervention within three years- Presidency
The schemes include the N-Power, Conditional Cash Transfers, National Home-Grown School Feeding, and Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programmes (GEEP).
CommentSpecial Reports
ANALYSIS: How Nigerian state governments ‘pocketed’ N15.5 trillion LGA allocations in 12 years
In Nigeria, federal allocations to the local governments are just additional revenue for the state governments who determine how to redistribute such funds.
CommentRegional
South West
Couple, son found dead in Lagos apartment
Eye witness says the couple have been having issues over alleged infidelity and the child’s paternity.
CommentSouth South
Delta govt commences concession of Asaba airport
“As a government, we are committed to building an effective and efficient airport," the Delta governor said.
CommentSouth East
UNN gets new VC
Charles Igwe was until his appointment the institution’s deputy vice chancellor in charge of administration.
CommentNorth Central
Abuja authorities agree to suspend raid of nightclubs – Official
Rights commission says it is investigating alleged impunity by officials who carried out the raids.
CommentNorth East
VSF distributes N600 million farm inputs to victims of Boko Haram
A total of 4,000 households benefitted from the inputs.
CommentNorth West
ANALYSIS: The 36 APC losers from Supreme Court’s ruling on Zamfara elections
The Supreme Court ruled that the ruling party did not conduct valid primaries in the build-up to the elections in Zamfara.
CommentHealth
News Reports
LUTH resident doctors, management disagree on strike
The doctors are currently on a warning strike.
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Investigations
It’s Official: Nigeria gravely lacks doctors to address citizens’ health needs
Only one Nigerian doctor is available to cater for every 4,845 citizens, available statistics show.
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Health Specials
#PHC4UHC: Nigeria’s policy experts tour primary health institutions
The project is coordinated by NIPSS in collaboration with the Development Research and Project Centre (DRPC).
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Features
INTERVIEW: How Universal Health Coverage led to Algeria being Malaria-Free – WHO Representative
Algeria is now the second African country after Mauritius to be officially recognized by the World Health Organisation as malaria-free.
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News Reports
LUTH resident doctors, management disagree on strike
The doctors are currently on a warning strike.
CommentInvestigations
It’s Official: Nigeria gravely lacks doctors to address citizens’ health needs
Only one Nigerian doctor is available to cater for every 4,845 citizens, available statistics show.
CommentHealth Specials
#PHC4UHC: Nigeria’s policy experts tour primary health institutions
The project is coordinated by NIPSS in collaboration with the Development Research and Project Centre (DRPC).
CommentFeatures
INTERVIEW: How Universal Health Coverage led to Algeria being Malaria-Free – WHO Representative
Algeria is now the second African country after Mauritius to be officially recognized by the World Health Organisation as malaria-free.
CommentOpinion
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Lailatul Qadr and the Last Ten Nights of Ramadan, By Murtadha Gusau
May the peace, blessings and salutations of Allah be upon our noble Messenger of Allah, Prophet Muhammad, and upon his family, his Companions and h...
CommentEditorial
EDITORIAL: Why El-Rufai’s Concept of Equal Citizenship Deserves Support
Citizenship is open and inclusive, providing a pathway to belonging to a community by residing in it as a law-abiding member.
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Dapo Olorunyomi: The Courage and the Struggle, By Jibrin Ibrahim
Dapsy’s elevated position in Nigerian history is based on his role in being one of the pioneers of defiant publishing, otherwise dubbed as "guerrilla journal...
CommentRamadan 1440 AH/2019: Please Stop Lying, By Murtadha Gusau
I ask Allah the Most High to strengthen us in this blessed month of Ramadan, accept our fasts, and reward us with His forgiveness and the highest place in Pa...
CommentA Lifetime of Care At the Frontline: Family Doctors and Primary Health Care, By Adaeze Oreh
It is the right of every Nigerian to have access to affordable health care, with family doctors at the heart of a strengthened primary health care service.
CommentArts & Entertainment
Nollywood
Homosexuality: ‘Bobrisky in Love’ movie against Nigerian law — Censors Board
The board denies analysing the controversial movie.
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Kannywood
Top Kannywood actors get new endorsements
The actors signed an endorsement agreement with the company’s representatives in Lagos on Friday.
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Music
2baba calls out COSON leadership for alleged corruption
The musician accused the leadership of the collecting society of corruption and financial impropriety on Instagram on Thursday.
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Lifestyle
Abuja authorities agree to suspend raid of nightclubs – Official
Rights commission says it is investigating alleged impunity by officials who carried out the raids.
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Arts & Books
Two Nigerians shortlisted for 2019 Caine Prize
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The winner of this year's £10,000 prize will be announced at an award ceremony at SOAS University of London in July.
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Travel
Travelogue: A reporter’s visit to Owerri, ‘City of Statues’
Owerri is referred to as the City of Statues due to the governor's fixation on 'immortalising' prominent figures using such structures.
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Nollywood
Homosexuality: ‘Bobrisky in Love’ movie against Nigerian law — Censors Board
The board denies analysing the controversial movie.
CommentKannywood
Top Kannywood actors get new endorsements
The actors signed an endorsement agreement with the company’s representatives in Lagos on Friday.
CommentMusic
2baba calls out COSON leadership for alleged corruption
The musician accused the leadership of the collecting society of corruption and financial impropriety on Instagram on Thursday.
CommentLifestyle
Abuja authorities agree to suspend raid of nightclubs – Official
Rights commission says it is investigating alleged impunity by officials who carried out the raids.
CommentArts & Books
Two Nigerians shortlisted for 2019 Caine Prize
The winner of this year's £10,000 prize will be announced at an award ceremony at SOAS University of London in July.
CommentTravel
Travelogue: A reporter’s visit to Owerri, ‘City of Statues’
Owerri is referred to as the City of Statues due to the governor's fixation on 'immortalising' prominent figures using such structures.
CommentBusiness
News Reports
SEC, NSE streamline processes to boost market listing
The streamlined process which would come into effect on June 1.
CommentSports
Football
Nigeria Vs Qatar (LIVE UPDATES): Flying Eagles kickoff campaign at FIFA U-20 World Cup
Before heading to Poland for the World Cup, the Flying Eagles finished fourth at the U20 Africa Cup of Nations.
CommentForeign
Africa
Court orders release of detained Al Jazeera reporter
Hussein, an Egyptian national, was arrested in December 2016 when he was on a holiday in Egypt.
CommentWest Africa
Nigeria pledges to support Gambia on TSA
A Gambian delegation were in Nigeria to understudy the workings of the TSA.
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