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Buhari told us Nigeria’s economy is in bad shape – Governors
Governor Yari said they also thanked Mr Buhari for coming to the aid of states.
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Army buries 19 soldiers killed by insurgents in Borno
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About 23 soldiers were killed and 31 others wounded in November when insurgents attacked 157 Task Force Battalion, Metele.
CommentCourt sacks Duke as SDP presidential candidate, picks Jerry Gana
The court said the constitution of the party stipulates that the national chairman and presidential candidate cannot come from the southern part of the country.
CommentSpecial Reports
SPECIAL REPORT: South West’s multi-billion naira water projects abandoned, leaving residents stranded (1)
The projects were awarded between 2012 and 2016 for over N5 billion; some started as state government projects but were later expanded by the federal governm...
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South West
Two dead in Lagos cult clash
About five cult members recently lost their lives in the Ikorodu area during a similar cult.
CommentSouth South
Aisha Buhari’s Akwa Ibom visit sparks row over senator’s vehicles
The state government accuses former Gov. Akpabio of hijacking the trip.
CommentSouth East
APGA reacts to court’s cancellation of Anambra South senatorial primaries
The party, in a statement on Thursday, described the ruling as bizarre and questionable.
CommentNorth East
Army buries 19 soldiers killed by insurgents in Borno
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About 23 soldiers were killed and 31 others wounded in November when insurgents attacked 157 Task Force Battalion, Metele.
CommentNorth West
Kano distributes instructional materials worth N2bn to schools in 44 LGAs
The government vows to punish anybody caught diverting the materials.
CommentOpinion
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On the Electoral Bill and Peace Pact, By Rafiq Raji
It would have been great to have the new law for the imminent polls.
CommentEditorial
EDITORIAL: Buhari Must Act Now To End the Sordid Affair At NHIS
President Buhari must abandon his usual silence on matters of national import and restore sanity in this critical health scheme.
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Martin Luther Agwai: The Peace Loving General At 70, By Jibrin Ibrahim
You are all encouraged to buy the book so that you can understand this incredible feat in which baboons made our greatest General.
CommentThe Intrigues and Power Play Over 2018 Electoral Amendment Bill, By Jide Ojo
It remains to be seen if history will judge President Buhari well for denying Nigeria of the new amendment to the Electoral Act.
CommentArts & Entertainment
Nollywood
Nigerian filmmaker receives lifetime achievement award
In June, he was named among the four Nigerians invited into the voting membership of the Oscar awards.
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Kannywood
Rahama Sadau celebrates one million followers on Instagram
Rahama is the first Kannywod actress to hit one million followers on Instagram.
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Music
Soundcity MVP awards: Wizkid, Burna Boy, Davido top nominee list
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The organisers unveiled the nominees’ lists on Thursday, with Wizkid nominated in most categories.
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Lifestyle
Linda Ikeji apologises to fans for having child out of wedlock
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Reactions from Nigerians to the blogger's disclosures have been diverse.
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Arts & Books
Chimamanda Adichie concludes creative writing workshop in Lagos
The event was organised in partnership with Trace TV and Venator Partners Ltd.
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Travel
Four ‘cool’ destinations to travel in Africa
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This four places make National Geographic Traveller's Cool List for 2019.
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Nollywood
Nigerian filmmaker receives lifetime achievement award
In June, he was named among the four Nigerians invited into the voting membership of the Oscar awards.
CommentKannywood
Rahama Sadau celebrates one million followers on Instagram
Rahama is the first Kannywod actress to hit one million followers on Instagram.
CommentMusic
Soundcity MVP awards: Wizkid, Burna Boy, Davido top nominee list
The organisers unveiled the nominees’ lists on Thursday, with Wizkid nominated in most categories.
CommentLifestyle
Linda Ikeji apologises to fans for having child out of wedlock
Reactions from Nigerians to the blogger's disclosures have been diverse.
CommentArts & Books
Chimamanda Adichie concludes creative writing workshop in Lagos
The event was organised in partnership with Trace TV and Venator Partners Ltd.
CommentTravel
Four ‘cool’ destinations to travel in Africa
This four places make National Geographic Traveller's Cool List for 2019.
CommentBusiness
News Reports
Nigeria’ inflation rate rises to 11.28% in November – NBS
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The CPI measures the average change in prices of goods and service.
CommentSports
Football
CAF Awards: Alex Iwobi tops list for African best player
Ahmed Musa and Coach Rohr have been screened out.
CommentForeign
Africa
South Africa: Former President Zuma to pay back legal fees
The legal fees come to more than R15 million (about N386 million)
CommentWest Africa
Nigeria contributes $710m to ECOWAS, more than 13 countries put together
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In the same period, 13 other countries contributed a cumulative amount of 697. 947 million dollars.
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