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NSCDC arrests man for stealing 8 goats
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) in Jigawa on Tuesday said it arrested a 30-year-old man for allegedly…
Filling stations defy FG directive on N87 pump price
Filling stations in Sokoto and its environs have continued to retain the N97 old pump price of petrol, contrary to…
Platini urges Russia to pay Capello’s wages
European football chief Michel Platini on Tuesday urged Russia’s Football Union (RFU) to pay the wages they owe to national…
French police make arrests over Marseille transfers
French police on Tuesday arrested about 10 people, including player agents and suspected crime figures, as part of an inquiry…
We’ll not deal with terrorists, says Japan after IS kidnap citizens
The Japanese government said Tuesday it will not give in to “terrorism” after a video emerged in which Islamic militants…
Four to face possible charges over Paris attacks
Four men will appear before a judge in France on Tuesday to face possible charges of providing support to one…
Two killed, 29 wounded in Brazil prison riot
A police officer and an inmate were killed and 29 prisoners wounded Monday in the latest riot to hit Brazil’s…
Shagari assures PDP of victory in Sokoto
Alhaji Muktar Shagari, Deputy Governor of Sokoto State, on Monday assured that the electorate in the state would massively vote…
President Jonathan And Five Pertinent Questions
A lot has been said about the president that has no shoes and even more adjectives have been used to…
Pope announces first trip to Africa
Pope Francis announced Monday he will make his first visit to Africa later this year with stops in Uganda and…
Vote And Protect Your Votes, Buhari Tells Supporters
Adi Femi/Kaduna As the campaign for the general election hots up, All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate and former Head…
Nigerian Air Traffic Controllers Call Off Strike Action
By Simon Ateba The Nigerian Air Traffic Controllers under the aegis of Nigerian Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) have called…
Petrol Price: Oando Filling Station Sealed Over Non Compliance
Jethro Ibileke/Benin An Oando filling station in Benin, on Monday, came under the sledge hammer of Edo State Petroleum Monitoring…
Abba Fit As DPO, Not IGP – Gov. Wammako
Funsho Arogundade Sokoto state governor, Aliyu Wammako, has stated that the Inspector General of Police, Suleiman Abba, is not fit…
NEDG releases timetable for presidential debates
The Nigeria Elections Debate Group (NEDG) on Monday in Abuja said the 2015 presidential debates would hold between Jan. 28…
FG seeks clemency for 12 Nigerians on Indonesia death row
The Federal Government on Monday appealed to the Indonesian government to show clemency for 12 Nigerians convicted of drug crimes…
CBN claims credit for reduction in kidnappings
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has said that its cashless policy had contributed to the reduction in the spate…
Petrol Price: DPR threatens to punish erring filling stations
The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) on Monday urged all filling stations to adjust their pump price per litre of…
2015 Election: IBB Endorses Muhammadu Buhari
There are indications that former head of state, General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida has endorsed General Muhammadu Buhari, the All Progressives…
Jonathan will concede defeat, congratulate winner – Presidency
The Minister of State for Works, Dayo Adeyeye, has hinted that President Goodluck Jonathan will concede defeat and congratulate whoever…
AUN offers special programme for Chibok girls
The American University of Nigeria (AUN), Yola, has commenced a special education programme for 21 Chibok girls under its scholarship…
Niger Deputy Gov Dumps PDP For APC
Niger State Deputy Governor, Ahmed Musa Ibeto, has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), for the All Progressives Congress (APC).…
One dead in rare Taiwan airport shootout
A shootout outside an airport in central Taiwan apparently sparked by a man who punched a policeman killed one person…
Roger Federer beats Lu at Aussie Open
Swiss world number two Roger Federer had a tussle before dispatching Taiwan’s Lu Yen-Shun in straight sets at the Australian…
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Iran stars warned over ‘selfies’ with women fans
Iran’s footballers have been warned they could face punishment if they take “selfie” pictures with female fans who have turned…
UNN suspends postgraduate programmes
The University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN) on Sunday announced the indefinite suspension of its postgraduate programmes. The Public Relations Officer…
Speechwriters, the unsung stars behind US Presidents
Day after day from morning to night, a small cadre of wordsmiths searches for the right message, tone and cadence…
Nigeria emerges overall champion At Togo Junior Tennis Circuit
Nigeria reaffirmed its reputation as a major force in junior tennis in Africa by topping medal’s table at the 2015…
Over 1700 PDP members join APC in Sokoto
By Haladu Abubakar/Sokoto Over 1700 supporters of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Turetat local government area of Sokoto state have…
Gerrard eyes glory against Chelsea in League Cup semi
Steven Gerrard’s quest for a golden send-off as Liverpool captain reaches a pivotal juncture on Tuesday when his side host…