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FACT-CHECK: The Truths, half-truths and lies presented at Nigerian vice presidential debate
The vice presidential candidates made diverse claims during the debate on Friday.
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Ibrahim Babangida salutes Buhari at 76th birthday
Mr Babangida's last public message to Mr Buhari was his call for the president to retire in 2019.
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A PREMIUM TIMES' sample of the audience showed the PDP candidate was propelled by his statistics prowess.
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The PDP presidential candidate expresses pride in his running mate's performance at vice-presidential debates on Friday night.
CommentHajj 2019: Saudi Arabia announces new measures for hajj
From 2019, the authorities say they will introduce a timetable for countries to carry out their tawaf.
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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
ANALYSIS: 2019: Ogun PDP teetering on the brink
Two PDP factions in Ogun State are battling for the soul of the party
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Aisha Buhari’s Akwa Ibom visit sparks row over senator’s vehicles
The state government accuses former Gov. Akpabio of hijacking the trip.
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Anambra FRSC Sector Commander dies in road accident
The official reportedly perished in an accident in Delta state.
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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.
CommentNorth West
Kano distributes instructional materials worth N2bn to schools in 44 LGAs
The government vows to punish anybody caught diverting the materials.
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The Blessing of Trouble, By Femi Aribisala
Anything that drives us to our knees before God, making us call upon him, is a blessing. Trouble is a specialist at doing that. Nobody likes troubl...
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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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The Main Reasons For the Suffering of Muslims, By Murtada Gusau
In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful All praises belong to Allah the Lord of all that exists. I bear witness that nothing has the right...
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You are all encouraged to buy the book so that you can understand this incredible feat in which baboons made our greatest General.
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Nollywood
Why my marriage to Olu Jacobs has lasted — Joke Silva
The popular actress speaks about her 33-year-old marriage.
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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
Why my marriage to Olu Jacobs has lasted — Joke Silva
The popular actress speaks about her 33-year-old marriage.
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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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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.
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News Reports
Nigerian states to access World Bank’s $750mn grant – Official
She said the World Bank has already approved the grant.
CommentSports
Football
Modric criticises Ballon d’Or gala snub by Messi, Ronaldo
He said their decision was unfair to fellow players and voters.
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Africa
West 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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