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Reps Receive Petition Against CCT Chairman

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House Committee on Army, Rep. Shawulu Kwewum (Taraba-PDP), presented the petition on behalf of Anti-Corruption Network, a civil society organisation. Submitting the document, Kwewum alleged that former Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Mr Mohammed Adoke, had recommended that two persons were to be arrested and investigated for alleged corruption. He also stated that in compliance with the recommendation, one Ali Abdullahi was arrested and prosecuted but the other person, who is the current chairman of the CCT, was not. “The petitioner is now seeking the house to…

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“Working With D’banj Is Not Impossible”- Don Jazzy

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MAVIN Boss, Don Jazzy is unarguably one of the major forces to reckon with in the Nigerian music industry. When asked about former partner, D’banj performing at the upcoming Mavin Concert, he said, “Right now I cannot categorically tell you whether he will call me to say: “Oh you are organizing a concert too? I will come o.”But right now, he is not billed to perform at the concert.” “It’s a Mavin concert .Obviously you will see other artistes perform. I have done collaborations with a lot of people. I…

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Fashola Emerges Key Minister As Buhari Announces Ministers

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President Muhammadu Buhari, has assigned portfolios to the 36 new ministers with former Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babatunde Fashola, SAN, and former Governor of Rivers State Rotimi Amaechi emerging as the administration’s point men in the drive to improve the country’s infrastructure and transportation system. President of the Senate, Bukola Saraki, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, National Chairman All Progressives Congress, Chief Odigie Oyegun, and Chairman Nigeria Governors’ Forum, Governor Abdulaziz Yari of Zamfara State were among dignitaries who watched during the swear-in ceremony of the newly…

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LASTMA Boss On The New Face Of Road Usage In Lagos

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Newly appointed Chairman of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, Mr. Christian Olakpe, has declared war against traffic offenders in Lagos State. Olakpe stated that he was not new to Lagos as he said that he was born there, adding that there would be no waivers in the enforcement of traffic laws in the state under his leadership. He further stressed that there would be strict compliance with the traffic laws in the state, adding that he has even warned his friends and relatives not to call him over…

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Magu Appointed Acting Chairman of EFCC

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Assistant Commissioner of Police, and the Deputy  Director of Internal Affairs of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ibrahim Mustafa Magu has been appointed by President Muhammadu Buhari as Acting Chairman of the EFCC. According to a statement released by the Special Adviser (Media and Publicity) to the President, Femi Adesina, Magu takes over from Mr. Ibrahim Lamorde who is proceeding on terminal leave ahead of his tenure expiration. According to a close source, “He has the capacity for this assignment. He is prudent and he likes to…

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BREAKING NEWS: MTN Group CEO Resigns

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Chief Executive Officer of MTN Group Ltd, Sifiso Dabengwa has resigned from his position following a $5.2 billion fine by Nigerian regulators related to unregistered subscribers. MTN’s Non-Executive Chairman, Phuthuma Nhleko has agreed to act as executive chairman for a maximum period of six months while a successor to Dabengwa is identified. Dabengwa was said to have resigned over the weekend after consultation with the board. In his letter of resignation, “Due to the most unfortunate prevailing circumstances occurring at MTN Nigeria, I, in the interest of the company and…

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Golden Eaglets Are World Champions Again

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The Nigerian Golden Eaglets became only the second side to retain the FIFA U-17 World Cup with a 2-0 win against Mali in Vina Del Mar. Nigeria won in 1985, 1993, 2007, 2013, and now in 2015 in Chile. Nigerian Striker, Victor Osimhen stole the show once again thanks to his record-breaking tenth goal of the tournament, with Funsho Bamgboye adding a second moments later. Samuel Diarra had saved an early Osinachi Ebere penalty as the Malians played their part in an entertaining finale to Chile 2015. The penalty came…

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Virgin Atlantic Pulls Out Of Nigerian Market

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Reports emerging claim that one of British largest carriers, Virgin Atlantic, has laid off all of its Nigerian Cabin Crew members. It was further revealed that the Nigerian staffs were allegedly given three weeks notice and no severance package irrespective of their length of service. Owner, Richard Branson had at some point said he was weary about doing business in Nigeria, however it is not certain if that is the main reason for the recent layoff as it is believed that the airline company is preparing to abandon the Nigerian…

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“It Is Going To Be An Interesting Match Tonight”- Amuneke

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History is looming for the Golden Eaglets today as only the second country to retain the U17 World Cup should they beat their African counterparts Mali in the final. The Golden Eaglets have already won the competition a record four times, but will go a step further if they successfully defend the trophy they won two years ago in Abu Dhabi. Today’s showdown will be the second  all-African FIFA U17 World Cup final  since 1993, when Nigeria beat Ghana 2-1 at Japan ’93. Head Coach of the Golden Eaglets, Emmanuel…

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Dangote Among The Top 100 Most Powerful People In The World

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President of Dangote Group, Mr. Aliko Dangote, was listed number 71 in Forbes Magazine’s 100 most powerful people in the world. He is currently rated just above the top Republican party contender for the US presidency, Donald Trump, who was listed at number 72. Among the top 100 included German Chancellor, Angela Merkel and President Barack Obama who sat in the second and third position respectively with Russian President, Vladimir Putin, sitting in the number one spot. Share on: WhatsApp

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