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Governor Oyebanji described the crisis in the Ekiti State House of Assembly "as a family affair and one of the beauties of democracy". The post I was not involved in Ekiti Assembly crisis - Governor Oyebanji appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Lawmaker asks Senate to reject Buhari's NDDC nominee
The current nominee, Mr Ogunmola, whose nomination is generating controversy, according to the lawmaker, is from the same Owo LGA as the one rejected by the Senate in 2016 for the same reasons. The post Lawmaker asks Senate to reject Buhari's NDDC nominee appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria
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In inaugural speech, Adeleke tackles Oyetola, freezes govt accounts, vows probe
Ademola Adeleke promised the "immediate establishment of a panel to carry out an inventory and recover all government assets." The post In inaugural speech, Adeleke tackles Oyetola, freezes govt accounts, vows probe appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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ECOWAS: Buhari supports reforms, wants better collaboration
President Buhari also speaks on the challenges facing ECOWAS countries. The post ECOWAS: Buhari supports reforms, wants better collaboration 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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Nigeria’s third-quarter economic growth slows to 2.25%
The NBS said this growth rate declined from 4.03 per cent in the third quarter of 2021. The post Nigeria’s third-quarter economic growth slows to 2.25% appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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New Nollywood family comedy ‘Palava’ premieres in Lagos (PHOTOS)
The movie tells the story of an unlucky high-life musician ‘Osa Wonda’ whose life and family are turned upside down when a scandal is revealed on the eve of his 60th birthday. The post New Nollywood family comedy ‘Palava’ premieres in Lagos (PHOTOS) appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Tinubu takes campaign abroad, to speak at Chatham House
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Qatar 2022: Denmark, Tunisia tie produce first barren draw
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Qatar 2022: Spain set new World Cup record with massive victory over Costa Rica
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2023: Tinubu needs Rivers’ votes, not logistics support, Umahi tells Wike
The Ebonyi governor was in Rivers on Mr Wike’s invitation to inaugurate a road built by Wike’s administration. The post 2023: Tinubu needs Rivers’ votes, not logistics support, Umahi tells Wike appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Korea 2-3 Ghana: Black Stars make history in another epic clash
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Black Stars not thinking of revenge against Uruguay - Coach Addo
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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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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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EXCLUSIVE: Newly wedded Nigerian Army officer in trouble for posting wedding video on social media
E Ali, a lieutenant, posted a video clip from his wedding on a WhatsApp group page he shares with his course mates. The post EXCLUSIVE: Newly wedded Nigerian Army officer in trouble for posting wedding video on social media appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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EXCLUSIVE: Real reasons Buhari sacked NYSC DG, Fadah
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My impeachment as Ekiti Assembly Speaker illegal - Aribisogan
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2023: How Nigeria’s new president will emerge
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2022 World Cup: Mbappe powers France into Round of 16
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As floodwater recedes, Delta communities worry over impact on health, livelihoods
Nigeria's worst flood in over a decade has receded in many states, including Delta, but concerns linger over the health outcomes of residents and other post-disaster implications. The post As floodwater recedes, Delta communities worry over impact on health, livelihoods appeared first on Premiu
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2023: Demand by South-east for president morally right, timely – PDP
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2023: I’ll negotiate with South-east agitators – Tinubu
Deadly attacks linked to Biafra agitation in the South-east have created perennial security challenges in the region. The post 2023: I’ll negotiate with South-east agitators – Tinubu 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
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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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Money Laundering: Appeal Court affirms conviction of Maina’s son, Faisal
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2023: Ogun PDP will unite for Atiku - Showunmi
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Over a billion barrels of oil found in northern Nigeria, Buhari says as drilling starts
The president says the country also found 500 billion cubic feet of gas within the Kolmani area of Gombe and Bauchi, and has attracted $3 billion investment already. The post Over a billion barrels of oil found in northern Nigeria, Buhari says as drilling starts appeared first on Premium Times
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