Month: December 2018
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Of A Cloned Bishop And Hypnotized Congregation
By Kunle Yomi Anyone who thinks politicians are the sole problem of Nigeria is not discerning enough. A discerning mind would realize that the politicians, in many instances, are symptoms of what ails Nigeria, which is a perverted clergy across creeds. Nigeria is plagued by too many clergymen who are addicted to living lives of…
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The All Deserving Hameed Ali
By Abe Kolawole It is that time again when hard work and dedication to duty and fatherland is rewarded. When I learned of the Sir Ahmadu Bello Sardauna Legacy for True Leadership Awards as put together by the Arewa Youth Council, I leaped for joy for very obvious reasons. Chiefly amongst them is the fact…
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NYPF recognizes Okowa, Hamza, gives scholarship to 3 exceptional students
By Wilfred Francis In a bid to recognize various roles played in advancement of democracy in Nigeria and meritorious service, the Nigerian Young Professionals Forum, NYPF, a non-governmental organization, has conferred award for excellence on delta state governor, Ifeanyi Okowa among others. And also gave out scholarship to three first winners of its essay writing competition…
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2019: Peace and security of Plateau has earned Lalong second term – Gowon
The people of Plateau State have been asked to queue behind Simon Bako Lalong of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the 2019 governorship election in the state. Plateau Good Governance Project (PGGP), a political socio-cultural group, which made this group hinged its reason on the peace and security of Plateau under Governor Lalong. Aaron…
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Olonisakin Bags Garkuwan Matasan Award
The Chief of Defence Staff, General Abayomi Gabriel Olonishakin has bagged the Garkuwan Matasan Award due to his transparency in military structure and leadership. The Arewa Youth Council who nominated the security expert for the prestigious award said the group is formed with the sole aim of encouraging the emergence of credible leaders. Arewa Youth…
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Coalition tackles INEC over Zamfara APC primaries
The Coalition of Democratic Watchdogs of Nigeria has expressed worry over the bias expressed by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in hastily announcing the cancellation of the Zamfara State All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries. The coalition in a press release made available to journalists in Abuja said it watches with keen interest the unfolding…
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El-Zakzaky: Conference report recommends prosecution of IMN leaders, members for terrorism
To curb the growing tide of extremists activities in the country, participants at a one day seminar for Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), Community Based Organizations (CBOs), Faith Based Organizations (FBOs) and other critical stakeholders held in Abuja have recommended prosecution of IMN Leaders and members for terrorism. A communique issued at the end of the…
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Saraki Pledges To Off set Kwara Workers Salary Arrears
By Steve Oni, Ilorin The Senate President, Dr Bukola Saraki said he would start off setting salary arrears owed certain categories of workers in Kwara state from next week Saraki announced the cheering news during the PDP monthly stakeholders meeting at the charity house in Ilorin, Kwara state. He said he would commence the payment…
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Nigerians in Diaspora seek urgent medical help for promoters of “cloned” Buhari rumors
A cross section of Nigerians under the auspices of Nigerians in Diaspora Monitoring Group (NDMG) has shunned the trending claims in some quarters suggesting that the incumbent President of Nigeria is an impostor known as “Jubrin from Sudan”. In a statement issued by the group on Sunday in London, United Kingdom, they tagged the rumor…
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2019: Buhari/Osinbajo deserve re-election, they are friends of the church- Enenche
The United Young Christians Forum [UYCF] under the leadership of Pastor Andrew John Enenche has taken a position ahead of the 2019 general . The group after a crucial meeting on Saturday endorsed President Muhammadu Buhari for second term. The Christian group described the duo of Buhari and Osinbajo as friends of the church who…