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Sunday, 24 April 2016

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Poverty, hunger: Buhari orders release of 10,000 tons of grains
3:48:56 PMjohnabayomi2

As a way of cushioning the effect of poverty and hunger in the land, President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday directed the Minister of Agriculture, Chief Audu Ogbeh to release 10,000 tons of grains from the national strategic grains reserves for national distribution.

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Africa's longest-serving leader eyes re-election in Equatorial Guinea
3:45:37 PMAbiodun

Africa's longest-serving leader, President Teodoro Obiang Nguema, was set to extend his 36-year hold on power Sunday as the tiny oil-rich nation of Equatorial Guinea went to the polls.

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We did not divert bailout funds - Aregbesola
3:41:37 PMAbiodun

The Osun Government has denied allegations of diversion of N34.99 billion bailout fund it received from the Federal Government to pay workers' salaries.

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'Naira/Yuan swap'll increase Nigeria's dependency on China'
3:39:24 PMFemi Ajasa

The Naira/Yuan currency swap agreement between the federal government and Chinese government will increase dependency of Nigeria on China, said Financial Derivatives Company Limited (FDC).

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Bayern's Sammer suffering from brain disorder
3:37:35 PMAbiodun

Bayern Munich revealed on Sunday that director of sport Matthias Sammer has missed their last two games on the bench alongside coach Pep Guardiola after suffering from a brain disorder.

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Olubadan seeks peaceful co-existence among Nigerians
3:25:15 PMAbiodun

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji, on Sunday called on Nigerians to live in peace and harmony irrespective of ethnic affiliation.

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Jonathan Gives Keynote Speech at US University, Receives Award
3:21:40 PMAbiodun

Former President Goodluck Jonathan gave the keynote speech at the Cal State University's Center for African Peace and Conflict Resolution's 25th annual Africa/Diaspora conference, in Sacramento California on the 23rd of April, 2016.

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Port Harcourt, Warri refineries producing 7m litres/per day of PMS - Kachikwu
2:27:39 PMjohnabayomi2

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, NNPC, weekend, stated that the newly re-opened Port Harcourt and Warri refineries are now producing seven million litres of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, also known as petrol per day.

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FG 'll engage youth in food production- Ogbeh
2:14:54 PMFemi Ajasa

The Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Audu Ogbeh, at the weekend maintained that the Federal Government will engage youth in the country for massive food production as it partners with African development Bank, AfDB, and International Institute for Tropical Agriculture, IITA.

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University don denies involvement in murder case
1:45:07 PMFemi Ajasa

A law lecturer at the Lagos State University, LASU, Gbenga Ojo has denied involvement in the alleged murder of a two-year old girl, Racheal, who allegedly fell into a deep well last week in Egbeda, Lagos.

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Saturday, 23 April 2016

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At 51, Clarion Chukwurah marries again
3:42:19 PMAbiodun

Veteran Nollywood actress, Clarion Chukwurah, is officially married for the third time at the ripe age of 51. The beautiful actress and mother of ace music video director, Clarence Peters, exchanged marital vows with her new husband, Anthony Boyd, on Thursday, April 21, 2016, in the United States of America. Clarion made the official announcement on her Instagram page shortly after the quiet ceremony took place.

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Seun Egbegbe should apologise to Toyin Aimakhu - Freeze
3:40:32 PMAbiodun

Sultry actress, Toyin Aimakhu, has been in the eye of several storms recently, and she has been bashed from every imaginable angle. However, a form of respite has come the thespian's way as popular OAP, Freeze, has taken a stand with her in a long post on his Instagram page.

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Nollywood's hottest virgin hits the beach in sensual outfit
3:39:18 PMAbiodun

They call her hottest virgin in Nollywood because of the film she acted where she played a role of a virgin. Her name is Ify Adibeli and if there's ever anything so obvious about the upcoming actress, it is that she is everything but naïve and wet behind the ears.

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Fulani Herdsmen: Buhari won't condone evil-Ademowo
3:16:58 PMAbiodun

THE Diocesan Bishop of Lagos, Church of Nigeria, (Anglican Communion), Most Rev. Adebola Ademowo has appealed to Nigerians not to lose hope in the ability of President Muhammadu Buhari to turn things around in the country, especially in tackling the menace of Fulani herdsmen.

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Fighting corruption should not be seen as any kind of vendetta - Princess Udunna Nwafor-Orizu
2:53:24 PMAbiodun

We might consider the fact that different governments have different administrative and leadership style. Again, it may not be needful to employ unreasoned criticism against a government saddled with serious political, economic, and security challenges threatening to completely destabilize the entire country. We may actually need to refocus on the issues that are making our collective destiny as a nation almost questionable. I believe some key and strategic positions are being manned by women and I also want to believe that better times are coming in this regard.

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Ice-cool Martial sends Man Utd to FA Cup final
2:38:46 PMAbiodun

French forward Anthony Martial scored a nerveless stoppage-time winner as Manchester United edged Everton 2-1 at Wembley on Saturday to reach their first FA Cup final since 2007.

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HERDERS, LAWMAKERS AND THE REST OF US: Grazing into troubled grass!
2:23:05 PMAbiodun

The Eighth Assembly is on the verge of grazing into troubled grass via the introduction of three bills for consideration.

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When your daughter can't stand your girlfriend!
2:21:37 PMAbiodun

The most disturbing words in the English language, according to Kenneth a fifty-something car dealer, are: "I am seeing someone". Because yes, it might just be a fling, and yes, the someone might be a delightful, witty person - but what if it isn't and what if they weren't? What if your best friend/ex-husband/daughter's new partner is a joy vacuum? What if they actually got married and this person who makes you hallucinate with irritation becomes part of your personal life, and you are required to invite them to every important moment in your life, and there they are, sitting at the corner like an obnoxious toad making it all about them?

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#OndoCouncilPoll: PDP in comfortable lead
2:08:09 PMAbiodun

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has taken early lead in the council election results so far released in some units and wards in Ondo state

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Mikel celebrates birthday with Chelsea's victory
1:17:32 PMAbiodun

Chelsea midfielder, John Obi Mikel, celebrated his 29th birthday with a 90-minutes performance for Chelsea, as the London Club returned to winning ways at the Vitality Stadium, producing an impressive attacking display to secure a 4-1 victory against Bournemouth.

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Friday, 22 April 2016

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Govt support to entertainment industry will boost Nigeria's economy - Sonnie Ayere
3:45:56 PMFemi Ajasa

Investment banking expert and Chairman, Dunn Loren Merrifield Group, Sonnie Ayere has called for extensive government support to the entertainment industry in Nigeria. Ayere while speaking at Nigerian Entertainment Conference#NECLive4 during the lead panel session on 'Restructuring the entertainment industry as 'last hope' for Africa's largest economy', he opined "while we note the growing government
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I raped friend's daughter 'cos of lack of money to patronize prostitutes - suspect
3:39:37 PMFemi Ajasa

He bowed in shame and self pity when approached, burying his face in his palms. When asked what brought him to the Lagos State Police Command , he burst into tears, still refusing to lift his face. After waiting endlessly for his response, he slowly lifted his head, with tears trickling down his cheeks. He spoke in an inaudible voice saying , "The devil pushed me to rape my late friend's daughter."

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Osun state Permanent Secretary, others kidnapped
3:10:40 PMFemi Ajasa

The Permanent Secretary of Osun State Ministry of Finance, Budget and Economic Planning, Mrs Adebimpe Ogunlumade has been abducted by gunme?n while returning to Osogbo from Abuja.

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2Face, Annie Idibia bag new endorsement deal
2:57:50 PMFemi Ajasa

Nigerian multi-award winning hip-hop singer, songwriter and Hypertek Records boss, Innocent '2face' Idibia, has been unveiled as the new African ambassador for alcoholic drink, Campari.

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What killed Prince? Autopsy seeks answers
2:47:13 PMFemi Ajasa

Stunned fans of Prince looked Friday to an autopsy to help lift the mystery around the sudden loss of one of the music world's most respected and beloved figures.

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Education can reduce human trafficking, says NAPTIP
2:20:47 PMFemi Ajasa

he National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) says education can go a long way to reducing human trafficking in the country.

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Court dismisses Tarfa's bid to quash charges
2:05:09 PMFemi Ajasa

A Lagos State High Court in Igbosere on Friday assumed jurisdiction in the 27-count charge filed against the embattled Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Mr. Rickey Tarfa, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

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Cynthia Morgan flaunts major cleavage in new video
1:45:16 PMFemi Ajasa

Outspoken dancehall singer, Cynthia Morgan has unveiled the visuals of her song Baby Mama. According to social media comments, the video has been labeled her most creative flick so far because of its ghetto concept.

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Joint military force warns`militants' against attacks on oil facilities
1:39:12 PMFemi Ajasa

The joint military force deployed to protect oil infrastructure in the Niger Delta on Friday reiterated its resolve to crackdown on vandals and economic saboteurs.

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10 celebrities who have fought with Linda Ikeji
1:25:52 PMFemi Ajasa

By TOFARATI    IGE Following  the macabre social media drama that played out between the 'Pakurumo' singer, Wizkid and top blogger, Linda Ikeji last week, we take a look at other celebrities that have been at daggers drawn with the blogger. Olamide 'Durosoke' rapper, Olamide, bared his fangs at the gossip-peddler in 2014 when she
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