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Amosu Orders Payment Of 500 Million Naira WAEC Debt

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The Ogun State Governor, Ibikunle Amosun says he has ordered the immediate payment of about 500 million Naria the state owes the West African Examination Council (WAEC).

Senate To Screen Service Chiefs July 30

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The Nigerian Senate will on Thursday, July 30, screen the Service Chiefs appointed by President Muhammadu Buhari

Selebobo Releases 'Miracle Girl' Single

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Triple MG artist and producer, Selebobo, celebrates his birthday on Wednesday and to mark the day, he has released his anticipated single ‘Miracle Girl’.

Buhari Appoints Boroh As Niger-Delta Amnesty Programme Coordinator

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Nigeria’s President, Muhammadu Buhari, has approved the appointment of Brigadier-General P.T. Boroh (rtd.), as the Coordinator of the Amnesty Programme for former Niger-Delta militants.

EFCC Questions Senate President's Wife, Toyin Saraki

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The wife of the Senate President, Toyin Saraki, was at the headquarters of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission  for questioning over an alleged case of corruption.

Bayern Munich Signs Vidal From Juventus

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German Bundesliga side, Bayern Munich, have confirmed the signing of Arturo Vidal after agreeing a deal believed to be €37 million fee with the Serie A champions, Juventus .

Alleged Fake Medical Doctor In Court For Stealing Degree

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An alleged faked Medical Doctor, Martins Okpe, an employee of the Federal Ministry of Health, has been arraigned before a Federal High Court in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city.

Senate Announces Akpabio Minority Leader

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The Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has announced Senator Godswill Akpabio as the Minority Leader of the Senate.

Gbajabiamila Emerges House Of Reps Majority Leader

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The House of Representatives in Nigeria has resolved its crisis over the choice of its principal officers, with Honourable Femi Gbajabiamila emerging as the Majority Leader.

Obasanjo Urges Nigerians To Support Police

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A former President of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo, has asked for the understanding and cooperation of Nigerians for the police force, to enable them discharge their duty efficiently.

El-Rufai Sues Newspaper House For Defamation

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The Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai has dragged the Union Newspaper based in Lagos, for publishing a story that he declared an asset worth 90 billion Naira at the Code of Conduct Bureau.

WASSCE 2015: WAEC Decries Mass Failure

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Less than 45 per cent of those who sat for the 2015 West African Senior School Certificate Exams (WASSCE) passed with credit grade and above, a trend that would seem to have continued from 2013.

Reuben Abati: The Phones No Longer Ring

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The Spokesman to former President Goodluck Jonathan, Mr Reuben Abati published an article titled "The Phones No Longer Ring" on his official website.

Nigerian Army Recaptures Dikwa Town

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The Dikwa township in Borno State, northeast Nigeria has been recaptured and that is according to the Army in the state.

Nigeria Army Deploys 700 Soldiers To Liberia

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The Nigerian Army has deployed 700 Officers and soldiers to Liberia on a Peace Keeping Mission.

World Bank Appoints Oteh As Vice President, Treasurer

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The World Bank has announced the appointment of the immediate past Director-General of Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Mrs Arunma Oteh as a Vice President and Treasurer.

Ayoola Features Seyi Shay In 'Sugar'

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MTN Project Fame Season 5   winner,   Ayoola is out with a brand new love song, following the success recorded by his break out single, Ayoola.

US Condemns Boko Haram Attacks In Nigeria, Cameroon

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The United States has once again condemned the suicide attacks being carried out by Boko Haram in both Nigeria and Cameroon, describing the acts as “horrific and indiscriminate”.

Hazard Prepares To Face Major League Soccer Opposition, Red Bulls

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The Attacking Midfielder and Winger of Chelsea FC, Eden Hazard prepares to face Major League Soccer opposition as the 2015 pre-season match action begins against New York Red Bulls.

Boko Haram Attacks Home Of New Army Chief

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Suspected Boko Haram militants on Tuesday, burned down houses, including the family home of the new Chief of Army Staff, Major-General Tukur Baratai, in a village in the north-east  Nigeria.

Buhari Promise To Bring Justice To Any Corrupt Nigerian Irrespective Of Party

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The Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday, vowed to bring to justice any corrupt Nigerian, whether the offender is a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), or highly placed.

New Video: Yung6ix features Oritsefemi in 'Blessings'

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The KKTBM artiste,  Yung6ix who recently premiered a new single titled,“ Blessings ” has released the video.

Nigerian Muslims Mark Eid-el-Fitr

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Nigerian Muslims are celebrating the Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of the Ramadan fast and prayer period.

Buhari Is Determined To Bring Change To Nigeria- Anyaoku

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Former Commonwealth Secretary-General, C hief E meka Anyaoku , says that President M uhammadu Buhari is determined to bring change to Nigeria.

Akwa Ibom Tribunal Refuses To Disqualify APC Witnesses

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The Akwa Ibom State governorship election petition tribunal sitting in Abuja has turned down the request to disqualify the All Progressives Congress (APC) witnesses who gave testimonies in the last governorship election in the state.

Venezuelan Opposition Figure Barred From Public Office

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Reports from Venezuela says a leading opposition figure in the country, Maria Corina Machado, has been barred from public office for a year.

Van Persie Not Bitter At Man United Exit

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Robin van Persie insisted he has "no hard feelings" over his departure from Manchester United after completing his move to Fenerbahce on Tuesday.

Sunday Oliseh, New Super Eagles Coach

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Following Stephen Keshi ‘s sack, former Super Eagles midfielder and captain, Sunday Oliseh is the new team coach.

NOI: 70 Per cent Of Nigerians Approved Buhari's Performance In 30 Days

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The presidency says that about 70 per cent of Nigerians surveyed, approve of President Muhammadu Buhari's job performance in June 2015 (first 30 days in office).

EFCC Arraigns Nigeria’s Former Head Of Service

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The Former Head of Service of the Federation, Mr Steve Oronsaye, is to appear before justice Gabriel Kolawole of the Federal High Court Abuja, to answer charges of corruption, bordering on 1.2 billion Naira fraud.

Iyanya Drops Applaudise Video

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Triple MG artiste , Iyanya r eleases the official video to “ Applaudise “.    The video, a series of HD pictures, tells a brief story of Iyanya riding all the storms to marry his girlfriend.   The AJE Filmworks - directed video also features cameo appearances from Banky W , DJ Jimmy Jatt , Seyi Law , Timi Dakolo , Shaydee , Ubi Franklin and more. Click here: :

President Buhari Appoints New Service Chiefs And NSA

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President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointments of new Service Chiefs and also a new National Security Adviser.

Serena Claims Sixth Wimbledon Title To win Muguruza

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Serena Williams claimed a sixth Wimbledon title and fourth successive grand slam crown by suppressing the spirited attacking instincts of 20th-seeded Spaniard Garbine Muguruza to win Saturday's final 6-4 6-4.

Explosion Hits Maiduguri

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A female suicide bomber driving a three-wheeled vehicle detonated near the office Department of State Service (DSS) in Maiduguri, the capital city of Borno State on Saturday morning.

At least 25 Dead In Bangladesh Stampede

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At least 25 people, mostly women and children, were killed and dozens were injured in a stampede in Bangladesh on Friday when hundreds of destitute people rushed for a clothing charity handout to mark the holy month of Ramadan , police said.

Yemi Alade Features Selebobo In Na Gode

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After creating hit tracks “ Johnny ” and “ Tangerine “, Yemi Alade  and  Selebobo  collaborate once more to serve “ Na Gode “.

SSANU / FG Argue Over University Demonstration Schools Funding

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The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has accused the Federal Government of violating an earlier agreement to fund university staff schools.

I Will Stick To Cars Inherited From Jonathan- Buhari

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President Muhammadu Buhari has turned down a proposal to buy new cars for his use saying that he will stick to the vehicles he inherited from former President Goodluck Jonathan.

Police Fortify Security At Worship Centres In Abuja

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The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Solomon Arase has mandated State Command Commissioners of Police to strengthen security at all Mosques, Churches and other worship centers across the country.

Bomb Attack At Government Lodge In Zaria Kills At Least 20

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  The Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai has confirmed that at least 20 people have been killed in a bomb attack at the Government Lodge in Sabon Gari, Zaria, Kaduna State.