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Ex-President Obasanjo raises the alarm over Nigeria’s disunity
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has raised the alarm over the current state of disunity in the country, stressing that Nigeria was not as divided as this during the civil war in comparison to the worst situation of things as they are now.
UN Women, partners launch initiative against discriminatory laws
The UN Women, in collaboration with African Union, European Union and other partners, are seeking to fast-track efforts to repeal or revise discriminatory laws in 100 countries by 2023.
PDP: Governor Okorocha withdrew N17 billion from banks in three days
The Imo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has accused Governor Rochas Okorocha of withdrawing N17bn from four banks in three days and converting government property to personal use.
Ebonyi elections: INEC was fair to all parties – PDP Rep-elect
The House of Representatives member elect for Ohaozara, Onicha and Ivo Federal Constituency, Ebonyi State, Engr. Livinus Makwe, has commended the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, for the smooth conduct of elections in Ebonyi state.
BFN lauds FRSC for employing badminton players
The board of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN) has commended the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) for giving employment to badminton players who are doing the country proud.
BFN lauds FRSC for employing badminton players
The board of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN) has commended the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) for giving employment to badminton players who are doing the country proud.
Court okays WAEC officer’s dismissal over exam malpractice
The National Industrial Court, Abuja, on Monday affirmed the dismissal of Mr Collins Uchechukwu, as West African Examinations Council (WAEC) exam officer.
2023: Afenifere leaders push for Yoruba presidency
The National Leader of Pan Yoruba group, Afenifere, Senator Ayo Fasanmi, and an elder statesman and historian, Prof. Banji Akintoye, have urged Yoruba people to brace up for the presidency in 2023.
Senator Tinubu: Men have role to play in entrenching women’s rights
Senator Oluremi Tinubu says men have a role to play to adequately entrench the rights of women, abrogate gender-based violence and ensure equal opportunities for all.
Elections: General Babangida urges Atiku Abubakar to work with President Buhari
Former Military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, has urged the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, to close ranks with President Muhammadu Buhari with a view to working together.
CBN: Nigeria records 57.1 PMI points as at February
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) said the Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) stood at 57.1 index points as at February, indicating an expansion in the manufacturing sector for 23 consecutive months.
ASUU president tasks federal government on pro-poor policies
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) on Thursday called on President Muhammadu Buhari to come up with policies that would stimulate economic growth for the benefit of poor people during his next four-year tenure.
Election: Muhammadu Buhari takes early lead
President Muhammadu Buhari has taken an early lead as votes are being counted in Nigeria's general election, amid allegations of manipulation.
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Elections: INEC promises automatic employment to exceptional NYSC members
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has pledged automatic employment to members of the National Youth Sevice Corps, NYSC, who are outstanding during the general elections, starting from Saturday.
Bayelsa stakeholders allege unfairness in graduate recruitment
Stakeholders from Nembe Local Government Area, Bayelsa State, at the weekend accused the state’s Civil Service Commission of shortchanging their council in the just concluded recruitment of 1000 graduates into the civil service.
Key issues Nigerians set to consider in elections
In Nigeria, it is often said that no figure is verifiable unless it is the price of a barrel of crude oil.
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Australia admits ‘failing’ to improve Aboriginal lives
More than a decade after vowing to "close the gap" between indigenous Australians and the rest of the country, the government on Thursday admitted it was still falling far short.
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Supplementary poll: PDP cries foul over alleged militarisation in Sokoto
Sokoto State chapter of the People Democratic Party (PDP) has said that it will not accept anything short of free, fair and credible polls in tomorrow’s supplementary poll in the state.
Osun guber: Senator Adeleke’s tribunal victory triumph of people’s will – PDP
The People’s Democratic Party ( PDP ) has hailed the verdict of the Osun State Governorship election tribunal, which upheld the victory of its candidate, Senator Ademola Adeleke, describing the judgement as a victory for democracy and triumph of the will of the people.
Bauchi elections: Group accuses INEC of causing political tension, confusion
A group, Bauchi Youth Awareness Ambassadors, has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of causing political confusion in the state due to the way it handled governorship election.
NANS hails tribunal declaration of Senator Adeleke as Osun governor
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has hailed the tribunal declaration of Sen. Ademola Adeleke as governor of Osun State, saying it is hope awakening.
Tribunal orders INEC to issue Senator Adeleke Certificate of Return as duly elected Osun...
The Osun State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Abuja has ordered INEC to issue Certificate of Return as duly elected governor to Senator Ademola Adeleke, candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2018 election.
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Adam Johnson released from prison after serving three years
Disgraced former England international Adam Johnson is believed to have been released from prison after serving three years for child sex offences.
Flood kills 58 people in Indonesia
No fewer than 58 people have been killed in flash floods in the eastern Indonesian province of Papua.
President Buhari refuses assent to two bills from National Assembly
President Muhammadu Buhari has declined assent to the Chartered Institute of Training and Development of Nigeria Bill and the Nigerian Aeronautic Research Rescue Bill.
Ousted factional Boko Haram leader Al-Barnawi detained by colleagues
The deposed leader of an IS-backed faction of Boko Haram has been detained by more radical elements who seized control of the group, the AFP has reported, quoting three different sources.
Edo university matriculates 450 students
A total of 450 students on Thursday matriculated at Edo University, Iyamho, for the 2018/2019 academic session of the University.