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Ekiti doctors down tools ‘as 72 medical officers run 22 hospitals’
The affected hospitals are the state’s 19 general hospitals, three specialist hospitals and more than 100 healthcare centres scattered across the 16 LGAs.
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The Case Against Hushpuppi – FULL DETAILS
Hundreds of images on the Instagram account showed ABBAS in designer clothing and shoes, posing on or in luxury vehicles, wearing high-end watches, or posses...
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Following the investigation in respect to the obvious error, the NYSC said it has issued a new certificate to Mr Obaseki.
CommentAlleged Rape: D’banj sues accuser for N1.5 billion
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D’banj requested the court to order Ms Babatayo to tender a letter of apology for the accusations directed at him.
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Four Years Of Illegality: Buhari govt repeatedly violates Nigerian laws over sacked army officers
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It is one of Nigeria's worst cases of arbitrariness, disregard for the court and shabby treatment of her heroes.
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The jet was part of an epic spending spree Mr Etete embarked on after receiving over $800million from the Malabu OPL 245 deal.
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South West
Oyo records its first COVID-19 patient delivery
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Mr Makinde, however, said the state recorded two additional deaths from the dreaded coronavirus, increasing the total death toll in the state to 14.
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Edo 2020: NYSC corrects error on Obaseki’s certificate
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Following the investigation in respect to the obvious error, the NYSC said it has issued a new certificate to Mr Obaseki.
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Police arrest Ebonyi NUJ Chairman
Mr Nwizi is a staffer of the state broadcast station, EBBC.
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Bauchi Gov suspends Emir of Misau
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The emir and two other traditional rulers were suspended over a land crisis between farmers and Fulani herders in the area.
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Cleric arrested for allegedly raping minor for five years
Ms Bartholomew said the victim, from Saminaka, Lere Local Government Area of the state, had been living with the accused since she was 11 years old...
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News Reports
Ekiti doctors down tools ‘as 72 medical officers run 22 hospitals’
The affected hospitals are the state’s 19 general hospitals, three specialist hospitals and more than 100 healthcare centres scattered across the 1...
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Investigations
INVESTIGATION: Delta residents lament as fully, partially funded NDDC water projects are abandoned (2)
Seven projects listed as ‘completed’ were not executed, five were abandoned, five were completed and still in use, while three were completed but a...
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Health Specials
INTERVIEW: What to know about COVID-19 strains in Nigeria – Molecular Biologist
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We realised that the virus has changed, a mutation.
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Features
COVID-19: Hard truths about achieving social distancing in Lagos communities
With a population of over 20 million, the economic and social structures of Lagos make it difficult to practice social distancing in the megacity.
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News Reports
Ekiti doctors down tools ‘as 72 medical officers run 22 hospitals’
The affected hospitals are the state’s 19 general hospitals, three specialist hospitals and more than 100 healthcare centres scattered across the 1...
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INVESTIGATION: Delta residents lament as fully, partially funded NDDC water projects are abandoned (2)
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INTERVIEW: What to know about COVID-19 strains in Nigeria – Molecular Biologist
We realised that the virus has changed, a mutation.
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With a population of over 20 million, the economic and social structures of Lagos make it difficult to practice social distancing in the megacity.
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Coronavirus: A Wily Enemy, By Bunmi Fatoye-Matory
The only reason this enemy is wily and successful is because of human behaviour.
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EDITORIAL: COVID-19: Calling On Nigeria’s Billionaires and Religious Leaders To Step Up
The country is in dire need of help.
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NITDA: Bridging the Learning Gap In A Season of COVID-19, By Mubarak Umar
The idea of the NITDA virtual academy is one of the pillars of enhancing the digital economy sector to further position Nigeria on the path to effective ICT ...
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COVID-19: Yoruba actors resume filming, introduce guidelines
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The official said the association has put in place measures to make sure casts and crews adhere strictly to the health rules.
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Kannywood
KANNYWOOD: How my song stopped a suicide attempt – Nura Inuwa
The singer also acknowledged how much he loves to sing love songs for Kannywood movies.
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Music
INTERVIEW: What inspired ‘Oruka’ song, my view on younger Nigerian singers – Sunny Neji
Sunny Neji also speaks on his history and projects he is working on.
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Lifestyle
Ghanaian actress apologises for sharing nude photo with seven-year-old son
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Ms Brown came under fire after the nude surfaced on her Instagram page for what many called ’insensitive’ and abuse of the boy's rights.
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Arts & Books
Nigerian writer becomes first black to win ‘author of the year’ British award
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Another Nigeria writer wins the crime and thriller book of the year.
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Travel
Lufthansa plans job cut, to ground 500 aircraft by 2022
Lufthansa had a fleet of 763 planes at the end of 2019.
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Nollywood
COVID-19: Yoruba actors resume filming, introduce guidelines
The official said the association has put in place measures to make sure casts and crews adhere strictly to the health rules.
CommentKannywood
KANNYWOOD: How my song stopped a suicide attempt – Nura Inuwa
The singer also acknowledged how much he loves to sing love songs for Kannywood movies.
CommentMusic
INTERVIEW: What inspired ‘Oruka’ song, my view on younger Nigerian singers – Sunny Neji
Sunny Neji also speaks on his history and projects he is working on.
CommentLifestyle
Ghanaian actress apologises for sharing nude photo with seven-year-old son
Ms Brown came under fire after the nude surfaced on her Instagram page for what many called ’insensitive’ and abuse of the boy's rights.
CommentArts & Books
Nigerian writer becomes first black to win ‘author of the year’ British award
Another Nigeria writer wins the crime and thriller book of the year.
CommentTravel
Lufthansa plans job cut, to ground 500 aircraft by 2022
Lufthansa had a fleet of 763 planes at the end of 2019.
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News Reports
How local computer manufacturers can earn patronage – NITDA DG
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The director-general met with the group to discuss ways forward for local patronage.
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Football
LaLiga: Chukwueze to face Messi as Nigerian players shine in Spain
Nigerian players are expected to be in the thick of the action as they engage in different missions with their respective Spanish teams.
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Africa
Nearly half of Africa’s COVID-19 patients have recovered
As of Friday morning, about 195,729 of the 414,011 infected persons have recovered.
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The sub-regional body would hold a meeting of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government to ensure that all the member states were on th...
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