Tuesday, 12 January 2016

Switzerland Set To Return Another $300 Million From Abacha’s Immense Loot To Nigeria

The government of Switzerland is set to return another $300 million recovered from the funds stolen by former military dictator, Sani Abacha to the Nigerian government.

Nine-year-old tortured with hot water for ‘stealing’ crayfish

A nine-year-old housemaid, Precious Chinwedu, says she is still having pains two weeks after her boss, Mrs. Ifeoma Mbakwe, poured hot water on her for allegedly stealing crayfish.

Cameroon deports 300 Nigerians

Authorities in Cameroon have repatriated some 300 Nigerians who fled the insecurity caused by Boko Haram.

Monday, 11 January 2016

Lionel Messi wins fifth Ballon d’Or award

Lionel Messi has won the 2015 FIFA Ballon d’Or award, scooping the best player in the world accolade for a record fifth time.

Wenger: I want Ozil to win the next Ballon d'Or

Arsene Wenger admits he would like to see Mesut Ozil win the Ballon d’Or next year but feels individual awards in football are “not logical”.

FirstBank Unveils FBN Bank Senegal

FBN Holdings is expanding its foothold in Africa with the unveiling of FBN Bank Senegal, formerly registered as International Commercial Bank (ICB).

Ooni urges unity among Yorubas

The Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has advised Yorubas across the country to close ranks and work together for the development of the race.

Buhari to host Eaglets, others January 21

President Buhari will on Thursday January 21st host and reward the Golden Eaglets at the state House Abuja. 

APC governorship aspirant kidnapped in Abuja

Former speaker of Ondo state House of Assembly, Victor Olabintan, has been reportedly kidnapped in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital.

National News Headlines-11/01/2016

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*We Have Defeated Boko Haram ' COAS

*2 Nigerians In UK Jailed Over N464m Scam

*Bishop Kukah Attributes Inequalities To Corruption

*$2.1bn Arms Deal: SERAP Demands Explanation, Apology From Jonathan

*Falana Asks FG To Obey Court Orders On Dasuki, Kanu