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IN its commendable striving to discharge its social responsibility, Vanguard Newspaper, in conjunction with the Nigeria Police, recently organised a National Summit on Security Challenges in Nigeria at the International Conference Centre, Abuja. In his comments at the forum, the … read more »
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by Amsale Getnet Aberra Let Me Defend Your Honor and Ravish Your Woman: The Unchecked Rape-Tale of Ethiopian Army from Eritrea to Gambella and Dollo-Ado We all have witnessed over the years that the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia has … read more »
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There is no glory being bottom feeder for tyranny except committing crimes against the people and run as fugitives from justice. Ethiopians must show zero tolerance for bottom feeders. Sooner or later every bottom feeder realizes s/he is public enemy … read more »
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Justice Abubakar Talba, just recently handed Mr. John Yusuf only a two-year jail sentence for conniving with others to defraud the office and pensioners of N27.2bn. The Judge gave him an option of fine in the sum of N750,000 for … read more »
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by Messay Kebede This article is not a rejoinder to Prof. Alemayehu G Mariam’s recently posted article titled “Ethiopia: The Irresponsibility of the Privileged.” Alemayehu’s article is well-thought-out and accurate in its analysis of the shortcomings of Ethiopian intellectuals. The … read more »
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By Yilma Bekele The tragic reality of today is reflected in the true plight of our spiritual existence. We are spineless and cannot stand straight.” — Ai Weiwei, Chinese dissident As a concept there is nothing wrong with Federalism as … read more »
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The Congress for Progressive Change has said it wants its National Leader, Maj.-Gen. Muhammadu Buhari (retd.) to contest in 2015. The party, which explained its merger talks with some opposition parties, said it wanted Buhari to contest because of the … read more »
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Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan’s decision to immediately release funds to clean up lead-contaminated villages in Nigeria will save untold lives, Human Rights Watch said today. Releasing the funds clears the way for at least 1,500 children in urgent need of … read more »
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By: Mohamed F Yabarag With the US officially reaffirming the recognition of President Hassan Sheikh Mahmoud’s government as the legitimate and sole representative of Somalia after twenty long years of civil strife and political wilderness, the secessionist entity of Somaliland … read more »
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The final round of Group C matches threaten to ignite as Nigeria and Ethiopia face either glory or gloom in South Africa. Rustenburg will be the venue for the Super Eagles’ final Group C match—a contest which will decide the … read more »
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AFCON 2013 Result: Zambia 1 – 1 Nigeria Champions Zambia saved themselves from defeat and possible elimination from the African Nations Cup when goalkeeper Kennedy Mweene scored an 85th minute penalty to give them a 1-1 draw with Nigeria at … read more »
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by Dr. Ahmad Abubakar Mahmud Gumi This is not a criticism or a praise of a man. It is our faith. I mean Islamic faith that looks at every creature of Allah critically to pass a judgment on whether it … read more »
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Nigeria-Zambia Preview: Bruised egos of Eagles and Chipolopolo clash to soothe nerves. Two bruised egos in the form of Nigeria’s Super Eagles and the defending champions Zambia will clash on Friday at the Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit, and the likelihood … read more »
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By Olusegun Adeniyi Agu Imo has been a friend and elder brother for almost two decades now, so when he called about two weeks ago to say there is an old man he wanted me to meet, he knew I … read more »
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Chelsea winger Victor Moses, who has missed Nigeria’s opening game, is expected to enter the Africa Cup of Nations fray against Zambia. The winger’s return from injury is welcome news for the Super Eagles, who take on the defending champions … read more »
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Nwokem Ikenna You are one of a KIND, and I mean it from the depth of my ‘shallow’ heart – which is deep – Got It? Keep it up Bro. Most things in life starts by/with TALKING before the WALKING. … read more »
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by John Campbell Nigerian soldiers sit in military trucks before leaving for Mali, at the airport in Nigeria 18/01/2013. (Afolabi Sotunde/Courtesy Reuters) High profile, violent killings have taken place in northern Nigeria at the same time as the French intervention … read more »
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Robele Ababya, Emulating the Pakistani uprising against corruption This piece is prompted by the recent development of crisis in Pakistan where “Pakistan‘s Supreme Court has ordered the arrest of the country’s prime minister on corruption charges, heightening the already extreme … read more »
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In an interview with CNN’s Christiane Amanpour on Wednesday, Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan agreed that Boko Haram could pose an existential threat to his country. “If Boko Haram is not contained, it would be a threat not only to Nigeria, … read more »
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DAVOS, Switzerland (AP) — Nigeria’s president is warning that if Islamist terrorists in Mali are not contained there will be a spillover effect upon some Western and African nations. President Goodluck Jonathan told the World Economic Forum on Wednesday that … read more »
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by Abdulrazaq Magaji Few Nigerians cared to listen when, way back in 1998, Dr. Lema Jibrillu, the Kaduna based businessman, politician and community leader wisely counselled against a presidency on compassionate ground. His call came at a time the northern … read more »
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By Munonyedi Val When I was just growing up in the 80’s, can’t remember precisely the age then, there was this policeman who was very fond of me and always refer to me as his friend. I am sure the … read more »
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It was not an impressive opener for the Super Eagles in the Afcon 2013 after the squad gave out a late goal to settle for a draw against Burkina Faso. Lesson learnt, Super Eagles coach Stephen Keshi has said he … read more »
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Former Nigerian captain Sunday Oliseh believes the Super Eagles may have blown their chance of qualifying for the quarter-finals of the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) in South Africa. Report by Supersport Nigeria drew 1-1 against Burkina Faso in … read more »
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AFCON 2013 Result Angola and Morocco failed to take advantage of the earlier draw between South Africa and Cape Verde as they also failed to register a goal in their Group A clash in Johannesburg. Although the second match of … read more »
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Manchester City’s Yaya Touré talks about the Africa Cup of Nations – his memories and thoughts on what makes the tournament different and so unique. He also says the Ivory Coast players are desperate to win the tournament for their … read more »
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the candidate of Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN), Adams Oshiomhole, as the winner of the July 14th governorship elections in Edo State. The incumbent governor polled 477,478 votes-73.72 per cent of 647,698 … read more »
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By Dr. Michael J.K. Bokor We have a good cause to be concerned at the damage being done to our national interests by the judgement debt problem. Having already assumed partisan political dimensions, this problem has gripped the public and … read more »
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Abuja – An explosion went off on Tuesday at a shopping centre in the Nigerian capital Abuja, where an unexploded bomb was later discovered, rescue officials said. The first blast happened at about 21:00 at a shopping plaza in the … read more »
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Gunmen with explosives attacked two police stations Tuesday in the northern Nigerian city of Kano, previously a target of major violence by Islamist group Boko Haram, police and residents said. Meanwhile, residents reported gunfire and blasts around another police station … read more »
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