The Nation Builders

Friday, 30 September 2016

Photos: Protest at University of Lagos as Indian VP pays a visit

There was a protest at the University of Lagos (Unilag) today. According to reports, some students embarked on a peaceful protest but the gates of the school were shut down in the process.

Interestingly, the Indian Vice President, Mohammad Hamid Ansari, was to deliver a lecture at the Main auditorium of the school today. No word yet on whether it was cancelled or it went on as planned.

Michelle Obama delivers glowing endorsement of Clinton

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When her husband first ran for president in 2008, Michelle Obama cautiously entered the political arena, fully supportive of his candidacy yet

Nigerian Pilot, Patos Oghenevwede Lands Plane Without Front Tyre – (Watch Video)

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A Nigerian, Patos Oghenevwede was flying a tiny plane on the last day of his training exercise when the landing gear of the aircraft refused to engage.

Nigeria Is Learning The Hard Way – Buhari

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President Muhammadu Buhari yesterday while receiving a special envoy from the President of Islamic Republic of Iran, Mohammad Javad Zarif, at

‘I Fought Robbers Because They Beat My Wife’ – Victim Narrates Tale

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A Nigerian man has done what most people won’t in risking his life for the one he loves as he wrestled armed robbers bare handed because they laid hands

“Prison Break”: Michael Scofield, Lincoln Burrows Return, Trailer Released At Comic-Con 2016

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Fans of the hugely popular American T.V series “Prison Break”(2005-2009) were delighted at the news of the show’s revival. The upcoming revival brings

Obama decries Trump’s ‘lack of preparedness’

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President Barack Obama questioned Republican nominee Donald Trump’s readiness to be commander-in-chief, in an interview broadcast Sunday.

Weighing in on Trump’s suggestions that the US might not meet its mutual defense

'Star Trek' leads the box office, and the horror tale 'Lights Out' beats expectations

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With Captain Kirk and Spock leading the USS Enterprise, Paramount’s “Star Trek Beyond” took over the box office this weekend, unseating Universal’s

FlFA President, Infantino arrives Nigeria

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President of world football –governing body, Mr. Gianni Infantino and the Secretary General, Ms Fatma Samoura arrived in Nigeria’s capital city, Abuja, on Sunday. They

Arik Staff beat man for complaining over cancelled flight

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Abuja - Staff of Arik Airline Sunday morning

at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport in Abuja beat

a man to stupor for complaining about the

Mike Pence: “I’m a Christian, a Conservative and a Republican. In That Order”

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Republican vice-presidential nominee Mike Pence last night gave Americans a very clear picture of who he is and has been as a pro-life

Reduce tariffs, Emir tells telecoms firms

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The Emir of Minna, Umar Bahago, has asked telecommunications service providers to improve their services and reduce their tariffs in view of complaints

Nigerian leaders afraid of restructuring — Okogie

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A retired Catholic Archbishop of Lagos and former President of the Christian Association of Nigeria, Anthony Cardinal Okogie, has said Nigerian leaders are afraid of

Killers of Abuja preacher won’t go unpunished – Buhari

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The federal government vowed that the killers of the Ekiti-State-born preacher with the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Evangelist, Eunice Elisha Olawale, in Kubwa area

State Of The Nation: Adeboye, Oyedepo, Kumuyi Make Move

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Prominent Christian clerics in Nigeria, yesterday night, stormed the National Stadium in Abuja, to pray for the economic situation in the country.

Munich Shooter Had No Islamist Ties- Police

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The German- Iranian shooter who opened fire at a mall on Friday in Munich, has been identified as 18-year-old Ali David Sonboly. Ali Sonboly shot dead

IS Attack on Afghan Protest Kills at Least 61, Wounds 207

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At least 61 people were killed and another 207 wounded in the Afghan capital on Saturday, when a suicide bomber detonated his explosives-packed

Facebook Messenger hits 1 billion monthly users

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The popular instant messaging application, Facebook Messenger now has one billion monthly users globally, making it a platform that connects friends,

Naira rises to 307/dollar at interbank market

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The naira rose slightly against the dollar at the interbank market to 307 on Friday, up from 310 it closed on Thursday.

The naira had hit had a record low of 330 per dollar at the regular interbank trading on Friday, falling 9.5 per cent as traders tested lower levels seeking to attract liquidity in the absence of the Central Bank of Nigeria interventions.

The naira slipped to 298.50 per dollar on thin volumes at market open and extended losses to trade a total volume of $26.97m by 1203 GMT, Reuters reported.

On Thursday, the naira crossed 300 for the first time and hit 330.50 in off-market trades.

Traders were expecting the CBN to intervene to ease dollar shortages, which did not materialise.

According to traders, the CBN has not intervened for most of this week. Instead it was mopping up naira liquidity to support the currency.

“We are looking at what will be a comfortable rate for sellers to come back to the market,” one trader said, referring to foreign players.

“Most banks are quoting around 300 levels but liquidity is still thin. The central bank hasn’t participated this week,” he said.

The CBN ditched its 16-month-old peg of N197 to the dollar last month. But the lack of liquidity has curbed activity, leaving the CBN as the main supplier of dollars.

Source: Thenigeriablogger

Friday, 22 July 2016

Former EFCC Boss, Nuhu Ribadu Jumps Ship, Dumps PDP For APC

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former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Nuhu Ribadu has officially announced his move to the All Progressive

Arsenal agree deal to sign Rob Holding

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The 20-year-old enjoyed a promising first senior campaign in 2015/16, making 30 appearances for Bolton and winning the club's player of the season

SAD NEWS:11 Burnt To Death in Lagos Ghastly Motor Accident (Graphic Photos)

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Eleven people have been burnt to death in a ghastly motor accident that occurred on Otedola Bridge, Berger area of Lagos,around 6:10 pm on Thursday evening. Those who died in the accident include eight males and three females, Lagos

Buhari Nominates New Supreme Court Justices

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Hot on the heels of Buhari’s nomination of Mr. Nsima Ekere and former Senate Leader, Senator Victor Ndoma-Egba as the Managing Director and Chairman

Ted Cruz Tried to Steal Donald Trump’s Show. Chaos Erupted.

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The Republican convention erupted into tumult on Wednesday night as the bitter primary battle between Donald J. Trump and Senator Ted Cruz

Transgender student accuses school of 'stigmatizing' treatment

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A Wisconsin transgender student who fought his school for the right to run for prom king is suing the school district for the right to be treated like a

Ogun cautions against structures in forest reserves

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The Ogun State Government has cautioned farmers and other people residing in its forest reserves to desist from

Secret Service Investigating Trump Adviser for Alleged Clinton Threat

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The Secret Service is investigating aDonald Trump adviser who said in a radio interview that

Things to do to get a job with any result.

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After studying in Nigeria Universities and graduating with a poor result does not actually mean your life has finish, No. Even

Microsoft delivers earnings surprise, stock rises

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Microsoft (Euronext: MSF.NX – news) said Tuesday it posted a profit of $3.1 billion in the just-ended quarter, swinging into the black a year after hefty

Trump Jr. says he may run for office

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Donald Trump Jr. says he may run for political office someday.

Officials: German train attacker had no ISIS connection

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Officials say the Afghan teenager who wielded a knife and a hatchet to attack random German train passengers had no direct contact with the Islamic State

Twitter verification badge available for everyone See how!

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In the world of social media, having a blue tick on your Twitter account is considered to be one of the ultimate compliments.

Preps underway for first Africa CACS

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The Africa CACS 2016 conference takes place in Kenya’s capital city of Nairobi and will feature thought-leading speakers, cutting-edge sessions and innovative solutions. Explore audit, assurance,

PICTURES:Upside down house both interior and exterior, Polish village’s topsy-turvy tourist draw

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A house constructed entirely upside down is now a tourist attraction for the tiny village of Szymbark in northern Poland. As well as presenting topsy turvy from the exterior, the

Apple Improves Song-Matching Algorithm for Apple Music Users

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Apple Music subscribers are getting the same song-matching technology as iTunes Match, without having to pay for both services.

Nigerians Abroad In Panic As UK Set To Deport Anyone Earning Less Than £35,000

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The newly elected Prime Minister of Britain, Theresa May on Friday announced a new order which will see

Pokemon Go Server Outage: OurMine Claims Credit for DDoS Attack

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A day after players complained about the server outage of popular augmented reality (AR) game Pokemon Go, hacking group OurMine,

Mourinho Almost Robbed While Watching Portugal Win Euro 2016

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The Manchester United Manager was almost robbed as he watched his nation win the Euro 2016 tournament.

SoftBank Agrees to Buy ARM Holdings for $31 Billion: Report

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Japan's SoftBank Group Corp has agreed to buy ARM Holdings PLC for GBP 23.4 billion ($31 billion), the Financial Times reported on Monday, citing two

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PHOTOS: Hundreds Line Cleveland Bridge in Pre-Convention Rally

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The Latest on the Republican National Convention in Cleveland (all times local):

Nigerian girl blasts DailyMail UK for listing her as one of France attack missing persons (Photos)

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A Nigerian girl named Adamara Ajuzie has called out DailyMail UK for listing her as one of the mising children

Three Baton Rouge Officers Killed, Three Injured in 'Ambush'

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At least three Baton Rouge police officers were killed and three others injured Sunday morning, the city's

About 200 Muslim Youths Allegedly destroy Church for Praying on Friday Instead of Sunday

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Hot on the heels of the murder of a RCCG Deaconess by some suspected extremists, comes news that a set

PHOTOS: President Buhari’s Children throw Lavish Dinner Party to celebrate Graduation

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Three of President Buhari’s children; Halima Buhari Sheriff, Yusuf Buhari and Zahra Buhari all graduated a few days ago.

Facebook helped find lost baby in France attack.

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An eight-month-old baby boy which waslost in the chaos after a truck rammed into a crowd in the French Riviera city of Nice killing at least 84 people was tracked down