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Gov. Nasir El-Rufai Attends Sunday Service in Lagos (Photo)

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Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai today attended the Sunday service of the Latter Rain Assembly Lagos which is founded by former Vice presidential aspirant, Tunde Bakare. This picture was shared on the Church twitter handle.

SPDC trunk line attacked in Delta

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Suspected militants attacked a major crude oil exports trunk line close to Odimodi community in Delta State on Sunday.

Sheriff threatens Anenih Return

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Factional chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Senator Ali Modu Sheriff has said that the former chairman of the board of trustees of the party, Chief Tony Anenih can only be readmitted into the board if he answered the query issued to him for alleged anti party activities.

Dokpesi assures PDP of Fresh Air in 2019

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Business mogul and politician, chief Raymond Aleogho Dokpesi says he has what it takes to turn the fortunes of the peoples democratic party (PDP) around if voted as the party National Chairman comes August 17th.

Clinton Claims Russian hacked DNC Computers

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U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton said Russian intelligence services hacked into Democratic National Committee computers and she accused Republican contender Donald Trump of showing support for Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Notable Nollywood Stars to be honoured in U.S.

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    Renowned Nollywood actors and actresses will be honoured at the forthcoming second edition of Afro-Heritage Broadcasting and Entertainment (AHBEA) award on August 20, 2016 in USA.

Atiku reaffirms his loyalty to President Buhari and APC

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Former vice president Atiku Abubakar has reacted to reports that he and Governor Olusegun Mimiko of Ondo state where forming a union to takeover power from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2019 presidential poll. 

JAMB withdraws 2016 Admission Lists

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The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has withdrawn the list of recommended candidates for admission earlier sent to the tertiary institutions. This was disclosed in a statement by Fabian Benjamin, the organisation’s head of media.

Edo: Obaseki Pledges more Development ahead of Guber Race

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The All Progressives Congress, APC Governorship candidate in the September 10 election, Mr Godwin Obaseki has pledged to deliver development like no other to the people of Edo state if voted as governor.

Military Raids Ijaw Militants Hideout in Ogun State

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The Nigerian Military has continued the aerial bombardment of Fatola, the hideout of militants and pipeline vandals in the Arepo area of Ogun State. 

Tunisia Prime Minister Dismissed by Parliament

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The Prime Minister Habib Essid has been unseated after Members of Parliament voted him out.

Bill Gates Delivers Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture

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The 2016 Nelson Mandela 14th Annual Lecture was held at the University of Pretoria where philanthropist and entrepreneur Bill Gates said he was optimistic about the future of the continent.

UN Decision Triggers Protest in Burundi

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Around 1,000 people have marched through the streets of Burundi's capital, Bujumbura, to protest against a UN decision to send a police contingent to monitor the security and human rights situation in the country.

Dangote Cement Fined 15Million over Pollution

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  The National Environmental Council (NEMC) has ordered the Dangote Industrial Limited to pay a fine of 15m for contravening the Environmental Management Act, 2004 and its regulations.

Flood Warning in 8 Major Rivers in 2016

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The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) has warned that floods will likely occur in eight major rivers and their tributaries in the course of 2016.

Ijaw Leaders Accused Buhari of Injustice to the Ijaw Nation

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          Ijaw leaders yesterday held a consultative meeting with elder statesman, Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark and Governor Seriake Henry Dickson of Bayelsa State over the renewed militancy in the Niger Delta, accusing President Muhammadu Buhari’s government of being unfair to the Ijaw people.

Comedian BasketMouth Hangouts with Aliko Dangote

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See what he wrote after the cut...

Tiwa Savage at the One Africa Music Festival

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NUC Recruitment for Graduates 2016

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The national university commission (NUC) is currently recruiting graduates into various positions. The commission advertised for Arts and Humanities Staff, Administration Staff, Environmental Staff, Engineering Staff and Social and Management Science Staff. Details below 

Gov. Oshiomhole at an APC Rally (Photos)

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He has being showing his energetic side since the party campaigns in the state started this month. The state governorship election will be holding in September. 

Mr. Speaker Corruption Allegation Gets Tough as Hon Jibrin released another statement

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  Former Chairman of House of Representatives committee on Appropriation, Abdulmumin Jibrin, has released another statement ... 

Photos: Minister of Women Affairs Returns to Taraba after a successful knee Surgery

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  Minister of Women Affairs, Aisha Jummai Alhassan, returned to Taraba state today after a successful knee surgery in the US. More photos after the cut...

Reno Omokri Reminds VP about the Implication of Psalm 15

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Hot Air Balloon Crashes in Texas Killing 16 People on Board

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A hot air balloon has caught fire and crashed in the US State of Texas, probably killing everyone on board, the local sheriff says.

Biafran Leader Nnamdi Kanu Sponsors Football Competition in Kuje Prison

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Biafran leader Nnamdi Kanu, sponsored the 2016 Kuje Prison championship competition which kicked off today. The competition is to foster peace and co-existence among the inmates and the prison officers. 

Appropriation Committee Office sealed up by DSS Operatives

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Officials of the State Security Service, SSS, have sealed up the office of the House of Representatives Committee on Appropriation. 

Hillary Clinton vs Donald Trump

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     Hillary Clinton noted that in Donald Trump’s convention speech, the Republican nominee “offered zero solutions.” Clinton added, “He doesn’t like talking about his plans. You might have noticed, I love talking about mine.”

Photos: Mrs Alakija Lecture Theatre Commissioned at IBB University, Minna

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  Mrs Folorunso Alakija presented her books to former Military Head of State, Gen. Ibrahim Babangida at the IBB University Minna, Niger State on Thursday, July 28. Nigeria's richest woman also commissioned the Modupe and Folorunso Alakija Lecture theatre at the University.

Tinubu: Ambode Laudable Achievements

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Former Lagos governor, Bola Tinubu has commended Governor Ambode for his laudable achievements in office just within fourteen months.

PDP Convention Still Holds on August 17th Despite Court Ruling

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PDP says their party convention slated for August 17th in Rivers state will still hold despite  yesterday's court order by Justice Okon Abang of the Federal High court, stopping the convention. Read the party's press statement below:

World Ranking: Buhari Ranked 14th Most Influential ...

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President Buhari’s social account was ranked 14th as the most influential leader in the world.

Ijaw Youths ask Buhari to tackle Resource Control in Niger Delta

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Comrade Eric Omare, Warri-based legal practitioner, is the spokesperson of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide spoke on resource control as a major factor facing the region. Read Details

Lists of Senators Receiving Double Salary from Government

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The Coalition Against Corrupt Leaders (CACOL) today, came up with the list of 21 senators who still receive pension as either former governors or former deputy governors.  

Nigeria Soldiers Beg President Buhari

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The majority of the soldiers who risk their lives to defend the sovereignty of their motherland go home with stipends. The Nigerian soldiers are being paid according to their ranks and years of service.

Special Recognition to Africa Richest Man - Aliko Dangote

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The African Industrial Global Union  has hailed the President of Dangote Group - Alhaji Aliko Dangote f or his investments, which have created thousands of jobs across Africa.

Hillary Clinton's Acceptance Speech

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In her speech accepting the Democratic nomination, Hillary Clinton wrongly implied Donald Trump has proposed banning Islam in America and sketched out a plan for defeating Islamic State militants that merely mirrors what the U.S. is already trying to do.

APC Wins Imo North Senatorial Rerun

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INEC has declared Mr Ben Uwajumogu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) winner of Imo North Senatorial District rerun election held on July 28.

ATS ENGINEERING TRAINING - Last Batch 2016

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ATS Engineering training Centre is renowned in the training of Engineers specifically in the Oil and Gas Plant/Facility Engineering design industry. We boast of an instructing team of active practitioners with several years of real-time experience in this field.

Photos: Stephen Keshi - Rest in Peace

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   The remains of former Super Eagles coach, Stephen Keshi, has been finally laid to rest at his hometown Ilah in Delta state. At his grave side were his children, family members, well wishers and friends. May his soul rest in peace Amen. More picture ...

Photos: Happy Birthday to Ejike and Eric

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Happy birthday wishes to Engr Michael Obiagwu and Engr Eric Okonkwo.

Obanikoro's aide Unveils how he transported N1.2bn to Gov. Fayose

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  An aide of former Minister for State for Defence, Musiliu Obanikoro, Lt. Commander A. O. Adewale, told EFCC operatives how on the orders of Obanikoro, himself and other staff members of Obanikoro, transported N1.2 billion to Ekiti state governor, Ayo Fayose in 2014.

Osinbanjo: We’ll Focus on Solid Training for Young Nigerians

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Besides encouraging the entrepreneurial spirit among the Nigerian youth, focus should also be on ensuring that young Nigerians are well-trained in whatever discipline or professional calling they may chose, according to Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN.

President Buhari Charges Muslim Leaders

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President Muhammadu Buhari has said that his government is acutely aware of challenges of life facing the average citizen, and appealed to Muslim religious leaders to carry the message of hope to the people that things will improve.

UN convoy Attacked by BH Boys in Bama, Borno

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Alleged Boko Haram members attacked a United Nation convoy carrying staff from UNICEF, UNFPA, and IOM yesterday. The convoy was traveling from Bama to Maiduguri in Borno State after delivering special food to malnourished children IDP camps in the state, when they were attacked.

Dogara Issues 7-Day Ultimatum for Jibrin to Apologize

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Hon. Yakubu Dogara, has given a seven day ultimatum to Representative Abdulmumin Jibrin to tender an unreserved apology to him and retract all allegations made against him or face legal action.

Photo: Rio Olympic Dinning Hall

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Buhari Congratulates Father Mbaka on 21st Priestly Ordination Anniversary

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Read the statement below... President Muhammadu Buhari felicitates with Reverend Father Ejike Mbaka, Director of Adoration Ministry, on the 21st anniversary of his ordination to priesthood in the Catholic Church which comes up Friday. The President extends his best wishes to Fr. Mbaka's family, congregation and well-wishers as they celebrate this special occasion with him in his continued devotion to the well being of others as a father, wise counselor, teacher and guardian.

Ali Sheriff's Request Granted by Court to Stop PDP Convention

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  Justice Abang of the Federal High Court Abuja has stopped the planned National Convention of PDP slated for August 17th in Port Harcourt, Rivers state. Delivering judgement in a suit filed by Ali Modu Sheriff, Justice Abang ruled that the May 21st convention of the party that sacked Sheriff from office was illegal and that the caretaker committee raised by the party during that convention was unlawfully constituted.

Okonjo-Iweala and husband Ikemba celebrate 37th Wedding Annniversary

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   Former Nigerian Minister of Finance, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo Iweala and her husband, Ikemba Iweala are celebrating their 37th wedding anniversary today. The couple have 4 children. Their son, Uzodimma Iweala, the author of the novel 'Beasts of No Nation'. Uzodimma Iweala celebrated his parents.

Rio 2016 opens Olympic Village

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Rio Olympic Village Rio 2016 officially opened its Olympic Village to the world's best athletes  ...