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Group seeks African delegates’ support at Bonn climate talks
The UN Climate Change Conference is holding in Bonn, Germany, from June 17 to 27.
We will perform better than eighth House — Gbajabiamila
The Speaker said the new assembly would do things differently to get better results.
JAMB calls for embargo on establishment of new varsities
The official said emphasis should rather be placed on developing the 170 universities in the country.
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Burna Boy wins 2019 BET Best International Act Award
The talented singer floored Teni Makanaki and Mr Eazi to win the coveted award.
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BET: Nipsey Hussle, Rihanna, Mary J Blige, others share iconic moments
The award committee set a solemn tone with a blue carpet in honour of late rapper, Nipsey Hussle.
INTERVIEW: My role in MTN fine saga and achievements as communication minister (1) – Shittu
The minister also defends Nigerian government’s handling of the MTN fine saga.
25,794 people killed in Nigerian attacks during Buhari’s first term – Report
While Boko Haram reportedly killed 5,598 persons, herdsmen and bandits sent 4,068 to their untimely deaths.
We won’t recognise assembly speakers elected through fraudulent means – Official
Mr Obasa frowned at the drama that happened recently in the Edo State Assembly.
Insecurity: Nigerian senator wants death penalty for kidnappers
“I believe by the time anyone caught in the act faces death penalty other people will learn and stop.
Police deny relationship with company over background check number
He said the police had no plans to unveil any such dedicated website.
Nigeria’s current challenges, signs of coming greatness — Osinbajo
Mr Osinbajo said greatness was impossible without a period of difficulties as currently being experienced by Nigeria.
Zamfara: Bandits kill one, abduct district head, three wives, son, others – Official
Information about the attack came hours after President Muhammadu Buhari commiserated with Zamfara residents over another attack in the state on Thursday.
Jonathan, Atiku speak on failed regional coup in Ethiopia
The chief of staff of the Ethiopian Army, Seare Mekonnen, and three other officials, were killed in the failed coup.
Insecurity: 96 killed, two kidnapped in attacks across Nigeria last week
At least 30 persons died and 42 others were injured in a single incident in Borno State.
Another building collapses in Lagos
A witness tells PREMIUM TIMES seven people were pulled from the rubble, all critically injured.
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Saraki’s former aide rejects Lawan’s appointment
Mr Onemola predicated his decision on the ‘controversy’ the appointment has generated.
Pastor blames ‘deceitful spirit’ for prophecising Super Falcons will reach World Cup semi-final
The cleric said his other prophecies are from God.
Major health stories in the news last week
The declaration of a cholera outbreak in three LGAS in Adamawa was one of the top health news last week.
Ethiopian army chief shot dead
The regional governor of Amhara and an adviser were also killed.
Server Controversy: Several INEC staff say results transmitted to ‘central server’
INEC maintains it did not use electronic servers for transmitting results.
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Nigeria 1-0 Burundi (Player Ratings): Aina catches the eye with quality performance
Nigeria’s Super Eagles won their first match of the Nations Cup on Saturday.
It’s no longer secret, Oshiomhole, Governor Obaseki ‘at war’
Mr Oshiomhole, a former governor of Edo, helped Mr Obaseki to succeed him as the state governor in 2016.
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SERAP sues CCB, wants asset declaration of public officials made public
The CCB had refused an FOI request on asset declaration.
Osinbajo arrives U.S. for meeting with Pence, others
Mr Osinbajo is scheduled to meet with his U.S. counterpart, Mike Pence, in Washington on Wednesday.
EXCLUSIVE: Lagos Safety Commission boss speaks on U.S. conviction
Mr Dickson told PREMIUM TIMES he neither had lawyers filing motions on his behalf in the U.S. nor served jail time in any Nigerian prison.