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This year’s edition of the Awards generated 164 entries from campus journalists in 53 tertiary institutions in Nigeria. The post CJID Unveils Finalists Of The 2022 Alfred Opubor Next-Gen Campus Reporter Awards appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Citizen journalism and democratic consolidation, By Sam Akpe & Mercy Tartsea-Anshase
Almost two centuries ago, a notable French writer, Alexis de Tocqueville offered a controversial description of the powers of the media in the elevation and sustenance of democracy. Focusing on the American model, which had already reached maturity at that time, he observed that the press was in
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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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Over 130 Reps not returning after 2023 polls – Official
The official said the number may be more because the 130 members are those who lost in the primary elections of their parties and would not stand in the 25 February National Assembly election. The post Over 130 Reps not returning after 2023 polls – Official appeared first on Premium Times Niger
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APC chieftain Akanimo Udofia accuses Akwa Ibom govt of lying over Ibom Air
Mr Udofia challenged the state government to address Ibom Air ownership, funding and profitability. The post APC chieftain Akanimo Udofia accuses Akwa Ibom govt of lying over Ibom Air appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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How Zamfara Governor allegedly laundered state funds through cash withdrawals
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2023: Centre asks judges not to prioritise political cases at detriment of other justice seekers
CSLS says "the poor and non-politicians have a right to speedy access to justice." The post 2023: Centre asks judges not to prioritise political cases at detriment of other justice seekers appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Qatar 2022: Messi helps Argentina reignite World Cup hopes
The victory moves Argentina second in the group with three points The post Qatar 2022: Messi helps Argentina reignite World Cup hopes appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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2023: Senate summons finance minister over unexplained N206bn in ministry's budget
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EXCLUSIVE: Newly wedded Nigerian Army officer in trouble for posting wedding video on social media
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Nigerian stocks climb for third straight session on investors’ stronger risk appetite
Demand pressure on the shares of MTN Nigeria, Zenith Bank, GTCO and WAPCO helped sustain the bull run. The post Nigerian stocks climb for third straight session on investors’ stronger risk appetite appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Adeleke makes first appointments as Osun governor
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Tinubu takes campaign abroad, to speak at Chatham House
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US introduces no-interview Visa renewal for Nigerian students
“To qualify for this procedure, you must be physically in Nigeria, renewing a student visa that is still valid or has expired within the past 24 months,” it said. The post US introduces no-interview Visa renewal for Nigerian students appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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COVID-19: Nigerian govt insists on travel protocols, says pandemic not over
266,283 COVID-19 infections and 3,155 deaths have been recorded in 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The post COVID-19: Nigerian govt insists on travel protocols, says pandemic not over appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Nigerian Immigration arrests 33 Chadians, Togolese in Ogun
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2023: I’ll negotiate with South-east agitators – Tinubu
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Family Planning: Nigeria lagging behind in achieving SDGs -- Gynaecologists
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Nigeria’s third-quarter economic growth slows to 2.25%
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EXCLUSIVE: Real reasons Buhari sacked NYSC DG, Fadah
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Group asks Buhari, NASS to halt auction of 5G spectrum by NCC
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Skimzo wins Naija Star Search talent show, receives N5m star prize
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Nigerian govt trains 3,700 teachers ahead of History reintroduction in schools’ curriculum
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Qatar 2022: Spain set new World Cup record with massive victory over Costa Rica
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When death stalks…, By Wole Olaoye
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The unraveling of Uber and Bolt rideshare business models in Nigeria, By 'Tope Fasua
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