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Boko Haram: Family, clerics are key to ending terrorism – researcher
A Deputy Director and researcher at the National Defence College (NDC), Abuja, Dr Yusuf Mamud, has given reasons why government must engage families and religious leaders if it is serious about ending violent extremism by Boko Haram in the North East.
Kwara governor’s wife leads walk against gender-based violence
Olufolake Abdulrazaq, the wife of Kwara’s Gov. Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, on Saturday led some residents of the state on a walk to raise awareness against gender-based violence.
President Buhari celebrates Garba Shehu at 60
President Muhammadu Buhari is rejoicing with his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Mallam Garba Shehu, who turns 60 November 27, 2019.
Betty Akeredolu: Child upbringing a joint task
The wife of Ondo State Governor, Arabinrin Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, has decried the rate at which many Nigerian men abandon the responsibility of training children to their wives alone, and described childcare as a joint task in order to have a peaceful society.
How I survived seven months’ Boko Haram captivity in Sambisa – Freed pastor
Moses Oyeleke, a pastor with the Living Faith Church Worldwide (aka Winners’ Chapel) in Maiduguri, Borno state, has spoken on his ordeal with Boko Haram.
NGO takes campaign of nation building to churches
An Abuja faith based Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), Beyond Church Walls International (BCWI), says it plans to effect the required change in the society to ensure transformation, excellence and effectiveness within and outside the Church system.
Housing deficit: FMBN to partner Brekete Family to create awareness
The Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) will partner the Brekete Family a reality radio and television programme, to create more awareness on its several products aimed at ensuring affordable houses for Nigerians, Mr Ahmed Dangiwa, says.
Hot porridge kills three kids in Bauchi
An extremely hot porridge being transported on a tricycle in Bauchi State has claimed the lives of three children aged between nine months and nine years.
YouTube ‘creators’ fret over impact of new child protection rules
Samuel Rader quit his job three years ago to work full time on his YouTube channel, “Sam and Nia,” featuring videos of his family life.
Robert Mugabe’s burial: Zimbabwean government didn’t consult us – family
The family of the late former president of Zimbabwe, Robert Mugabe, has said that the Government of Zimbabwe didn’t involve it in the arrangements for the burial of the deceased.
K1: I don’t have any child with Aramide Adenle
King of Fuji Music Wasiu Ayinde popularly known as K1 De Ultimate has denied having a child with popular socialite Aramide Adenle.
Neuropsychiatrist: Why more men are likely to commit suicide than women
Dr Uchendu Onyedika, a Neuropsychiatrist with the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, says though more women tend to attempt suicide; men are however, more likely to succeed in ending their lives.
PSN endorses “tiered accreditation” to control drugs sale
The Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria, PSN, has endorsed a proposed “tiered accreditation system” to control the flow and sale of medicines by patent and proprietary medicine vendors.
ICMC: Only dialogue can solve farmers-herdsmen clashes
The Institute of Chartered Mediators and Conciliators (ICMC Nigeria) has said that the only solution to the farmers and Fulani herdsmen clashes in some communities in Nigeria is dialogue and alternative dispute resolution.
Kogi APC vice chairman passes on at 54
Ropo Asala, the Vice Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi State has died at the age of 54 years.
President Buhari felicitates with Segun Osoba on 80th birthday
President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated veteran journalist and former governor of Ogun State, Olusegun Osoba, on his 80th birthday, on July 15.
Ex-President Obasanjo urges Aisha Buhari to engage her husband in ‘pillow talk’
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has commended Aisha Buhari for speaking out on Nigeria’s problems, but he said she needs to do more by engaging in pillow talk with her husband.
PENGASSAN confirms Olabode Johnson’s demise
The National President of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN), Comrade Francia Olabode Johnson, has died.
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2018 World Cup: Ex-FIFA president bribed by ‘Russian oligarch’ – report
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has published claims that a former FIFA President was bribed by a “Russian oligarch” to ensure c won the right to host the 2018 World Cup.
Festus Keyamo denies supporting Omoyele Sowore’s arrest
The Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Mr. Festus Keyamo (SAN), has denied justifying the re-arrest of Sahara Reporters publisher, Omoyele Sowore.
Amazon secures top Champions League rights for Germany
Amazon.com has secured the rights to broadcast top European soccer Champions League matches for the 2021/22 season in Germany, the U.S. company said on Tuesday.
Victor Osimhen’s future is uncertain – Lille coach
Lille OSC manager Christophe Galtier fears Victor Osimhen might leave the club in January despite penning a five-year deal six months ago.
Nine-year old Japanese boy passes university-level maths exam — video
The Mathematics Certification Institute of Japan on Tuesday said a 9-year-old boy from the Western Japanese province of Hyogo has passed a university-level maths exam.
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Nine-year old Japanese boy passes university-level maths exam — video
The Mathematics Certification Institute of Japan on Tuesday said a 9-year-old boy from the Western Japanese province of Hyogo has passed a university-level maths exam.
Sami Khedira ruled out for three months after knee surgery
Juventus have been dealt a major injury blow after Sami Khedira was ruled out for three months after undergoing knee surgery.
Amnesty International sends message to President Buhari as DSS releases Omoyele Sowore, Olawale Bakare
Amnesty International has reacted to the release of of Omoyele Sowore, convener of the RevolutionNow Movement from custody by the Department of State Services, DSS.
NCC urged to implement executive orders in contract awards
Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, the Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, has mandated the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to adhere strictly to the provisions of the Executive Orders 003 and 005 as contained in the presidential directives of May 1, 2017 and February 12, 2018 respectively, in awarding contracts in the sector.
Borussia Dortmund midfielder out for rest of year after fall at home
Borussia Dortmund midfielder Axel Witsel has been ruled out for the rest of the year after being hospitalised by an “awkward fall” at his home.