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My imprisonment was a blessing, says Obasanjo

My imprisonment was a blessing, says Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has said that his imprisonment by late maximum ruler, Gen. Sani Abacha over fathom coup charge turned out to be a great blessing to him.

Obasanjo who spoke in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital at the weekend insisted that his prison experience, not only taught him life lessons but it also immensely contributed towards his election as President in 1999.

The former…

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Lagos APC: I am not plotting to displace Tinubu – Banire

Lagos APC: I am not plotting to displace Tinubu – Banire

The National Legal Adviser of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Muiz Banire, on Sunday said there is no rift between him and a national leader of the party, Bola Tinubu.

A statement issued by Mr Banire on Sunday said reports insinuating that he is plotting to displace Mr Tinubu as the leader of the party in Lagos state are untrue.

The statement said there is no rivalry between Messrs…

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DAVIDO IMPLICATED IN CULT KILLINGS IN SOUTH AFRICA... as two leaders of rival groups were killed in 1 month, death threat issued on him

DAVIDO IMPLICATED IN CULT KILLINGS IN SOUTH AFRICA… as two leaders of rival groups were killed in 1 month, death threat issued on him

Multiple platinum artist and super popular musician David Adeleke aka Davido might have found himself in the middle of another huge scandal because of his rumoured connection with a top cult kingpin who was brutally murdered in recent clashes between rival cult groups in South Africa. The South African police are said to have issued a statement saying their investigations revealed Davido might…

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26 Days to Russia World Cup 2018: Rohr’s 30-man Super Eagles provisional list.. see list

26 Days to Russia World Cup 2018: Rohr’s 30-man Super Eagles provisional list.. see list

With 26 days to Russia World Cup kickoff, here is the 30-man Super Eagles provisional list for the Russia 2018 World Cup released by Coach Gernor Rohr.

The Super Eagles gaffer, Rohr released the 30-man squad for the summer Mundial.

The players are:

Goalkeepers — Francis Uzoho, Ikechukwu Ezenwa Daniel Akpeyi and Dele Ajiboye.

The defenders:

Leon Balogun, William Troost- Ekong, Kenneth Omeruo,…

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Ghost-working Scandal: EFCC closes in on Saraki’s aide

Ghost-working Scandal: EFCC closes in on Saraki’s aide

Anti-graft detectives are closing in on Bamikole Omishore, an aide to Senate President Bukola Saraki who was recently exposed for allegedly using his wife as a ghost-worker, PREMIUM TIMES has learnt.

Official confirmation and other information obtained from sources at the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) indicated that Mr Omishore was under corruption investigation and might be…

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‘Operation whirl stroke’ to hit militia herdsmen, killer groups in four states

‘Operation whirl stroke’ to hit militia herdsmen, killer groups in four states

The Nigerian Military, yesterday, said it was set to bring down fire and brimstone on herdsmen militia and any other militia groups identified to be behind the carnage killings in Benue, Taraba, Nasarawa and Zamfara states.

Acting Director, Defence Information, Brig. Gen John Agim, who was joined by “Whirl Stroke” Operations Commander, Major Adeyemi Yekini, made the declaration yesterday while…

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Alleged N5bn Fraud: Supreme Court returns Erastus Akingbola to High Court

Alleged N5bn Fraud: Supreme Court returns Erastus Akingbola to High Court

The Supreme Court on Friday ordered Erastus Akingbola, to return to the Federal High Court, Lagos, to answer his alleged N5 billion fraud charge.

Mr Akingbola is a former Managing Director of the defunct Intercontinental Bank Plc.

Justice Tanko Muhammad, leading a five-man panel, affirmed the Feb. 20, 2015 judgment of the Court of Appeal in Lagos which overturned the Federal High Court’s decision…

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''I have no hatred towards you'' - Hushpuppi says he has forgiven Deji Adeyanju after conversing with him on the phone

”I have no hatred towards you” – Hushpuppi says he has forgiven Deji Adeyanju after conversing with him on the phone

There has been an online battle of words between PDP’s former director of new media and  flamboyant Instagram celebrity, Huspuppi, which started after Deji called on the EFCC to investigate Huspuppi’s source of wealth.

Deji also challenged Huspuppi to a debate few days ago for stating that all those asking EFCC to investigate him will be killed by Ogun, a yoruba diety.

It seems things are a bit…

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Dele Momodu's advice to the youths or Jibe at Davido Jet Saga: "Stop fooling around. Do not join the fake celebrities who make the loudest hype"

Dele Momodu’s advice to the youths or Jibe at Davido Jet Saga: “Stop fooling around. Do not join the fake celebrities who make the loudest hype”

Dele Momodu’s advice to the youths or Jibe at Davido Jet Saga?: “Stop fooling around. Do not join the fake celebrities who make the loudest hype”

Publisher and journalist, Dele Momodu penned great advice to today’s youths. Read below:

“Simple advice to today’s youths: Greatness is a long distance journey. Its attributes include vision, dedication, tenacity, humility, hard work, staying power…

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N20 Billion debt: AMCON takes over Stella Oduah’s assets

N20 Billion debt: AMCON takes over Stella Oduah’s assets

The Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) has taken over Sea Petroleum Oil & Gas Ltd. and other assets belonging to Senator Stella Oduah over an unpaid debt of about N20 billion.

  AMCON said the takeover followed an injunction granted by Justice M.S. Hassan of the Federal High Court, Lagos against Sea Petroleum Oil & Gas Ltd. The corporation in a statement by its Head, Corporate…

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World Cup 2018: The major absentees of this summer's World Cup - From Benzema to Dani Alves to Ibrahimovic

World Cup 2018: The major absentees of this summer’s World Cup – From Benzema to Dani Alves to Ibrahimovic

As with any international tournament, players will always miss out, whether that is due to injury or simply not being selected by their respective coaches.

The 2018 World Cup in Russia is no different, with several big names set to miss the tournament.

Most of the international teams due to compete in Russia have now released their squad lists, and we now know who will be representing Brazil, Fra…

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Election Crisis Worsens as Members Drag Bishop of Lagos Diocese of Anglican Communion to Court… Bishop Allegedly Collects N260 Million for Personal Use…. Alakija,Modupe Sagoe kicks The Lagos Times gathered that the crisis currently engulfing the Lagos Diocese of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has escalated into a legal free-for-all as ten prominent financial elders of the church have dragged the trustee of the church and five others kicking and screaming before a federal high court in Lagos.

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How Gov Ambode’s Chief Press Secretary Habib Haruna Became First Among Equals

How Gov Ambode’s Chief Press Secretary Habib Haruna Became First Among Equals

If an award were to be given for the best performing state executive, it is virtually guaranteed that Lagos State governor Akinwunmi Ambode will cart away the trophy unopposed. Since he became the state’s number one citizen, world-class infrastructure has been growing like mushrooms in every nook and corner of the centre of excellence. One man who is making sure that Ambode’s wonderful deeds are…

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GLAD TIDINGS: OBAT OIL AND GAS TAKES CENTRE STAGE.... Top the list of companies that will lift Nigeria’s crude oil in 2018/2019

GLAD TIDINGS: OBAT OIL AND GAS TAKES CENTRE STAGE…. Top the list of companies that will lift Nigeria’s crude oil in 2018/2019

Following the tactical rebranding, which the company underwent in the last few months ago, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, (NNPC,) has named this fledgling company, Obat Oil & Gas, among the fifty indigenous and foreign companies that have been awarded contracts to lift Nigeria’s crude oil for the 2018/2019 crude oil term.

The 50 companies are among a total of 254 that participated…

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How I Escaped Being Assaulted By A Pedophile At 11 - Actress, Daniella Okoye Tells Interesting Story

How I Escaped Being Assaulted By A Pedophile At 11 – Actress, Daniella Okoye Tells Interesting Story

Nollywood actress, Daniella Okoye has told of how she as nearly assaulted b a pedophile at an early age. Little Princess of the Universe, award winning actress and model, Daniella Okoye has revealed how she narrowly escaped r*pe at a tender age of 11, after a pedophile lured her into a room during an audition for a fashion show in Lagos. In a chat with TS Weekend, the teenager who marked her…

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Managing director of New Nigerian newspaper, Tukur Abdulrahman, dies of heart disease

Managing director of New Nigerian newspaper, Tukur Abdulrahman, dies of heart disease

The managing director of New Nigerian Newspapers, Tukur Abdulrahman, has died. Family sources say he died last night May 17th at a the H2 Speciality Clinic in Asokoro, Abuja after battling a heart disease.

He would be buried in his home town in Daura, Katsina state today Friday May 18th.

He is survived by a wife and five children.

May his soul rest in peace, Amen.

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Comedian Ajebo set to wed, releases pre-wedding photos

Comedian Ajebo set to wed, releases pre-wedding photos

Ace comedian, Ajebo d Comedian, is getting married to his finacee, Uchechi Kalu. He shared their lovely pre-wedding photos on his IG page.

”I found you, I found Love..With you everything is complete. Thanks for choosing to walk this path with me @uchae_kalu MrsEREM?♥?♥?♥??MeettheJEBOS18”.