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The speakership crisis in Ekiti State, By Reuben Abati
What is on display in Ekiti State is absolute tyranny. Ekiti is currently a one-party state. All the members of the State House of Assembly, now 25 after Afuye’s death, are members of the APC. But nobody is allowed to have an independent opinion. The party dictates everything, and this is the mis
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Skimzo wins Naija Star Search talent show, receives N5m star prize
Skimzo edged out his competitors with a powerful performance which won him most of the votes. The post Skimzo wins Naija Star Search talent show, receives N5m star prize appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Reps probe recruitment by NEITI, NUPRC over alleged lopsidedness
The recent recruitments by the two agencies generated controversy because they did not allegedly reflect the federal character principle. The post Reps probe recruitment by NEITI, NUPRC over alleged lopsidedness appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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In Gombe, Atiku promises to revive Dadin Kowa dam to generate electricity, reconstruct North East roads
Mr Atiku vowed to reconstruct the roads linking states in the Northeast region to enhance trade. The post In Gombe, Atiku promises to revive Dadin Kowa dam to generate electricity, reconstruct North East roads appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Brazil 1-0 Switzerland: Casemiro fires Samba Boys into Round of 16
Casemiro got the all-important goal that ensured Brazil remain in the hunt for their first World Cup title in 20 years. The post Brazil 1-0 Switzerland: Casemiro fires Samba Boys into Round of 16 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Over 15 people killed in fresh Kaduna attacks - Official
The people were killed in three local government areas of the state The post Over 15 people killed in fresh Kaduna attacks - Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Court nullifies Osun LG elections
The Court says conduct of the elections contravenes Sections 29 & 32 of the Electoral Act, 2022. The post Court nullifies Osun LG elections appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Ogun communities bicker over road under construction by government
Iboro and Imasayi communities are in dispute over the naming of Igani Okoto-Ayetoro road being constructed by the Ogun State government. The post Ogun communities bicker over road under construction by government appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Peter Obi meets CAN, promises to unite Nigeria
Mr Obi says unity and security are needed to address problems bedevilling the country including moving of Nigeria from consumption to production. The post Peter Obi meets CAN, promises to unite Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Qatar 2022: Ronaldo sets new record as Portugal beat Ghana in five-goal thriller
Ronaldo has thus scored in the 2006, 2010, 2014, 2018 and 2022 editions of the World Cup. The post Qatar 2022: Ronaldo sets new record as Portugal beat Ghana in five-goal thriller appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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LEADERSHIP Editor-In-Chief, Azu, Wins Columnist of the Year Award
Azu is one of Nigeria’s most syndicated columnists, and is also published in platforms in Ghana, Argentina, South Africa, Europe and the US. The post LEADERSHIP Editor-In-Chief, Azu, Wins Columnist of the Year Award appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Alleged $1.3m Fraud: Kano APC senatorial candidate loses at Supreme Court
Mr Abdulkarim approached the Supreme Court to stop his corruption trial at the Federal High Court in Kano. The post Alleged $1.3m Fraud: Kano APC senatorial candidate loses at Supreme Court appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Muslim-Muslim Ticket: Dogara, others disown Babachir Lawal on Peter Obi's endorsement
Mr Lawal had in a statement on Thursday said the APC Northern Christian leaders had endorsed Mr Obi for the 2023 presidential election. The post Muslim-Muslim Ticket: Dogara, others disown Babachir Lawal on Peter Obi's endorsement appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Photo Story: Supporters troop in ahead of APC rally in Lagos
Supporters are trooping in to attend the APC presidential and governorship rally in Lagos. The post Photo Story: Supporters troop in ahead of APC rally in Lagos appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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2023: Don’t let politicians use you, CJN warns judges
The CJN warned judges not to allow themselves to be used by politicians as the 2023 general elections approach. The post 2023: Don’t let politicians use you, CJN warns judges appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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PDP supporters attack Amotekun corps during Adeleke's inauguration
The incident happened following an argument between the two groups over security service for the new governor. The post PDP supporters attack Amotekun corps during Adeleke's inauguration appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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2023: Battling intemperate language, fake news and judicial rascality, By Dakuku Peterside
The 2023 elections in Nigeria bring with them hopes and fears, expectations, and optimism for a better future. However, forces are fighting inadvertently to truncate the elections, imperil our nascent democracy, dim the light, and bring all our political calculations to nothing. These seemingly  
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Ede in joyous mood ahead of Adeleke's inauguration
“We see the inauguration as our own and we are set to celebrate the day just like Sallah and Christmas,” a resident of Ademola Adeleke's hometown said. The post Ede in joyous mood ahead of Adeleke's inauguration appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Friday Sermon: Towards a successful and blissful marriage, By Murtadha Gusau
When choosing our life partner, we should, as the Prophet (Peace be upon him) advised, look for a pious Muslim. The reason is that In Shaa Allah, their first and foremost goal will be to please Allah. This commitment to Allah makes them an excellent facilitator for enhancing their partner's spiri
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The unraveling of Uber and Bolt rideshare business models in Nigeria, By 'Tope Fasua
These guys are getting our data through Uber/Bolt. When one books a ride, your name and number is made available. So also is your passport photo. A keen data miner can use your details (often including credit/debit cards) to get to your bank accounts or even create your clone for other purposes.
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Kaduna Train Attack: SSS withdraws suit against Tukur Mamu
SSS filed suit against Tukur Mamu at the Federal High Court for an order to detain him for 60 days for the purposes of investigations. The post Kaduna Train Attack: SSS withdraws suit against Tukur Mamu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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ITF World Tennis Tour: Mixed fortunes for Nigeria
The Championship commenced on Monday and is expected to end on Sunday at the tennis complex of the Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. The post ITF World Tennis Tour: Mixed fortunes for Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Excellence in education in the context of Pan-Africanism and digitisation, By Toyin Falola
This time, we must take a different, long-term approach to creating a digital pan-African education system. The total decolonisation of Africa's educational systems won't happen suddenly; it will take time and careful effort. The development of Afrocentric materials and pedagogies, the use of dig
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Court jails man found with 101 PVCs
The commission is also in court, pursuing the prosecution of another man arrested in Kano for the possession of 367 PVCs. The post Court jails man found with 101 PVCs appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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APC Lagos Rally: Gbajabiamila speaks on Tinubu’s age, education, corruption allegations
House of Representatives Speaker asks supporters to ignore those raising quetions about Bola Tinubu’s credentials. The post APC Lagos Rally: Gbajabiamila speaks on Tinubu’s age, education, corruption allegations appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Paris Club Refund: NGF to keep exploring legal options
The NGF also moves to stop the privatisation of 10 National Integrated Power Projects (NIPPs) by the federal government. The post Paris Club Refund: NGF to keep exploring legal options appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Oil Money: What we’ve received so far as refund from Buhari’s administration – Edo
A media aide to Governor Obaseki said comments on the 13 per cent oil derivation was targeted at creating unnecessary tension in the country amidst the electioneering campaigns. The post Oil Money: What we’ve received so far as refund from Buhari’s administration – Edo appeared first on Premium
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Mohammed Mustapha Olaroungbe Akanbi (1971-2022), By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu
Above all, Mohammed’s needs in life were very few. He had truly little regard for material possessions and was committed to traveling light through earth. Among his pearls of wisdom, Mohammed always insisted that “there is nothing like sudden death…. Death can come anytime (and) we should always
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Naira redesign and value: What CBN must do urgently, By 'Tope Fasua
The Central Bank of Nigeria has activated one of its core functions which is the management of the currency, after a 17-years inactivity on that front. I have traced the history of how Nigeria has managed her currency since we had our own – the Nigerian Pound – in 1959. That first currency was is
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Court orders arrest of Imo Deputy Speaker
The judge ordered EFCC to apprehended the Imo State Deputy Speaker, Amarachi Iwuanyawu, and detain him till 23 February 2023, when he is expected to be brought to the court. The post Court orders arrest of Imo Deputy Speaker appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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