Posted by Ignatius Okpara
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Sunday, May 29th, 2022

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – A group under the platform of the Support Initiative Africa (SIA), Australia has described Nigeria’s Ambassador to Australia, Anderson Madubuike as an exceptional leader whose passion for excellence, especially in education of Nigerians studying in the Country should be emulated. Director General of the Initiative, Pascal Ochi, stated that Madubuike has demonstrated […]
Posted by Rotimi Fadeyi
African News, Featured, Latest Headlines, News Across Nigeria
Sunday, May 29th, 2022

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Seven years after President Muhammadu took over office, the Presidency has scored the administration high in its achievements in many sectors of the economy .A statement issued by Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Mr. Femi Adesina to mark the seventh anniversary said Buhari took the oath of office […]
Posted by African Examiner
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Sunday, May 29th, 2022

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Thugs, yesterday, invaded the venue of the primary conducted by the All Progressives Congress (APC) to elect a candidate for Imo east senatorial district. Betty, wife of Rotimi Akeredolu, governor of Ondo, who is one of the aspirants for the senatorial seat, was chased from the venue by the thugs. Speaking with […]
Posted by Rotimi Fadeyi
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Sunday, May 29th, 2022

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Muhammadu Buhari has said the desire of some leaders to remain in power, after completion of their constitutional terms in office, easily results in violence, loss of lives and displacements across the continent, urging a stronger position by the African Union (AU). At the 16th Extraordinary Session of Assembly of Heads […]
Posted by Rotimi Fadeyi
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Sunday, May 29th, 2022

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed sadness over the reported deaths of scores of worshippers during a stampede at a religious event in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. This was contained in a statement issued by Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicly, Mallam Garba Shehu The President admonished organizers of […]
Posted by Rotimi Fadeyi
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Sunday, May 29th, 2022

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Muhammadu Buhari had felicitated with Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare, on his 56th birthday. A statement issued by Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Mr. Femi Adesina said Buhari joined members of the Dare family, friends and well- wishers in praying for health, longevity and […]
Posted by Eric Ojo
African News, Latest Headlines, News Around Africa
Sunday, May 29th, 2022

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – More resources are needed to ensure Africa’s recovery from the impacts of COVID-19 pandemic, a new report released on Thursday has said. The report entitled, “Returning Africa to its Development Path”, is published by the African Development Bank (AfDB). Published annually for the past 12 years, the Annual Development Effectiveness Review analyses […]
Posted by Eric Ojo
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Sunday, May 29th, 2022

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Nigerian government has expressed its interest in collaborating with the German government for the development of green hydrogen in the country. This is coming in the face of global focus on transition from fossil fuel to cleaner energy sources. Minister of Power, Engr. Abubakar Aliyu disclosed this in Friday while speaking […]
Posted by Rotimi Fadeyi
African News, Featured, Latest Headlines, News Around Africa
Saturday, May 28th, 2022

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Muhammadu Buhari has endorsed the recommendation on setting up an African Standby Force on Terrorism, while calling on leaders to muster the political will that would fuel synergy, enhance intelligence gathering and bring more urgency in tackling violent crimes. A statement issued by Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media […]
Posted by Oludare Fase
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Saturday, May 28th, 2022

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Former vice-president Atiku Abubakar, has emerged as the presidential candidate of the opposition party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Atiku won at the end of the presidential primary polling 371 votes, while Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike came second with 237 votes. Other aspirants are: Bukola Saraki – 70 votes; Anyim […]
Posted by African Examiner
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Saturday, May 28th, 2022

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – For the record 14th time in their rich, unmatched history, Real Madrid were crowned kings of the UEFA Champions League on Saturday at Stade de France in Saint-Denis. Carlo Ancelotti’s side got a second-half goal from Vinicius Junior on one of their few chances to defeat Premier League giants Liverpool 1-0 in […]
Posted by African Examiner
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Saturday, May 28th, 2022

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Sokoto state governor and presidential aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party, Aminu Tambuwal, has withdrawn from the race. He equally urged his supporters among the delegates to vote for the former president of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar. Tambuwal spoke shortly before the commencement of the election at the PDP national convention in Abuja […]
Posted by African Examiner
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Saturday, May 28th, 2022

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Delegates of the Peoples Democratic Party from Rivers State have ignored greetings from a former vice president and presidential aspirant under the PDP, Atiku Abubakar. African Examiner reports that Atiku, who left the venue of the PDP’s special national convention, returned to the venue around 5:40pm in company with former senator representing […]
Posted by African Examiner
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Saturday, May 28th, 2022

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – No fewer than 811 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) delegates are undergoing accreditation at the national convention ground in MKO Abiola International Stadium, Abuja. The exercise will enable the party’s national delegates to decide the presidential flag bearer. The delegates are drawn from the 774 local government areas of the country. At the […]
Posted by African Examiner
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Saturday, May 28th, 2022

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Sen. Musiliu Obanikoro, a former minister of state for defence, says he is displeased with the process and eventual outcome of the APC Lagos West Senatorial primaries on Saturday. Obanikoro, one of the three aspirants that contested for the party’s ticket, made this known shortly after the exercise was concluded at the […]
Posted by African Examiner
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Saturday, May 28th, 2022

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Senate Minority Leader, Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, has won the senatorial ticket of the All Progressive Grand Alliance, APGA, for Abia South senatorial district. Senator Abaribe who dumped the ruling Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, earlier in the week after pulling from the governorship race, was elected APGA senatorial flag bearer unopposed, by a […]
Posted by African Examiner
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Saturday, May 28th, 2022

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have said its operatives stormed the ongoing presidential primary elections of the major opposition political party, the Peoples Democratic Party at the Moshood Kashimawo Abiola National Stadium in Abuja to monitor delegates inducement and financial malpractices. The anti-graft agency’s Public Relations Officer, Wilson Uwujaren, who spoke […]
Posted by Rotimi Fadeyi
African News, Latest Headlines, News Across Nigeria
Saturday, May 28th, 2022

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) President Muhammadu Buhari has called on African political leaders to respect the right of citizens to make their choices in elections; stressing that the right to vote and determine who leads them should not be treated lightly. Speaking at a bilateral meeting with President of Malawi, Lazarus Chakwera at the sideline of the […]
Posted by African Examiner
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Saturday, May 28th, 2022

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Chief Orji Uzor-Kalu, has won the ticket of the All Progressive Congress to represent the Abia North senatorial district for a second time. He polled a total number of 777 to emerge unopposed following the stepping down of his opponent, Barr. Fabian Nwankwo. The returning officer for senatorial primary election, Chief Paul […]
Posted by Nwa Diokpa
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Saturday, May 28th, 2022

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – As the People’s Democratic Party is set to begin its presidential primaries today, Nigerians are thinking of what could happen if the former president, Atiku Abubakar , eventually emerges winner of the event. African Examiner recalls that former Anambra governor, Peter Obi and Hayatu-Deen have both withdrawn from the presidential race after […]