Biafra
NEWS PAPER, SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT HEADLINES FOR TODAY THURSDAY 19 OCT. 2017
Oriental Times
Biafra: Igbo Governors Must Also Go
2.2M Registered Voters To Participate In Nov. 18 Gubernatorial Election In Anambra – INEC
I Will Continue To Erect More Statues, I Owe No One An Apology – Okorocha
BREAKING: Militants Kidnap 4 British Nationals In Delta
PDP Must Win 2019 Presidential Election – Jonathan
Biafra: Wike Is An Ally Of IPOB – APC Alleges
Oyedepo Reveals Greatest Problem Of The Black Man
Buhari Leaves For D-8 Summit In Turkey Wednesday
What Buhari Now Thinks About – APC
Daily Times
Stop sponsored pensioners protests, Edo govt warn
NLC to Ayade: You are a disappointment
Police bows to pressure, transfer CP Gwandu out of Edo
NCC to dump paper for automated numbering system
Embattled Judge loses bid to stop sacking by Buhari
INEC To Recruit 1 Million Ad Hoc Staff For 2019 Elections
Kachikwu, Baru, in spotlight, discuss oil fields with VP Osinbajo
Igbo group lauds Gani Adams as Aare Ona Kakanfo designate
Minority leaders in closed meeting with Ekweremadu, Akpabio
New Telegraph
217 Biafran soldiers, next-of-kins get pension payment
Okorocha’s unacceptable form of governance
Senate orders banks to unfreeze Patience Jonathan’s accounts
Reps to FG: Restore INTELS’ agreement with NPA
SEC orders forensic audit on Oando over breaches
IGP to CPs: Stop abduction of policemen like fowls
Monkeypox spreads to 10 states, FCT ‘FG
El-Rufai lauds military’s role in nation building
Adewole: 72,000 die annually of cancer related diseases
Punch
Plateau killings: We underestimated number of attackers, says military
Contempt: Court remands, releases Atikus son in child custody suit
Ex-FCT minister, son forfeit 14 properties to FG
Without you, we wont die, PDP replies Obasanjo
Are Ona Kakanfo: I chose Adams on merit, says Alaafin
Chinall continue to assist Nigeria, other developing nations Jinping
PDP chair: Senate caucus moves to adopt consensus candidate
Court stops coronation of new Ijebu Jesa monarch
Ibadan Chieftaincy: Mogajis allege threat to lives
Tribune
Buhari approves payment of pension to Biafra police
South-West govs absent at meeting with Odigie-Oyegun
World Bank clarifies position on Nigeria’s borrowing
FG, review this policy
Of law, workers and minimum wage
Towards functional education
Presidential declaration: In defence of Fayose
Making a strong case for restructuring
Understanding the secret of successful marriage
The Sun
I’ve got what it takes to lead PDP -Daniel
Buhari is borrowing for only critical infrastructure -Okechukwu
Russia 2018 : CAF boss tips Eagles to win World Cup
APWB calls for stabilisation of economic recovery
FIBA Africa Zone 3 qualifiers suffer set back
NB Plc enhances businesses through Goldberg’s initiative
Copa Lagos: Ejoor promises to blend experience, youth
Anthem row: Trump accuses NFL of total disrespect
SEC suspends trading in Oando
Thisday
Buhari Arrives Turkey
Tanker Drivers on Rampage, Chase Kogi Deputy Governor, One Feared Death
Militants Kidnap Four British Missionaries, Couple in Delta
Customs Revenue Fraud: N140bn Recovered From Erring Firms, Banks, Says Senate C’ttee
Onitsha Traders Root for Obaze, Slam Obiano
Atiku’s Son Remanded for Contempt of Court, Released
All Police Commands Will Be Involved in Anambra Guber Poll, Says IG
Jonathan, Babangida Meet in Minna
Telcos Challenge NCC to Lead Mobile Money, Cashless Initiative
World
I was very comforted; gold star families recall receiving condolences from Obama – Yahoo
10 companies that reward you for getting rid of stuff you don’t need anymore – Business Insider
10 Ways Community Foundations Are A Best-Bet For Disaster Giving – Forbes
100 Women: The men being taught what harassment feels like – BBC
12 ‘plus-size’ Halloween costumes you’ll actually want to wear this year – Business Insider
3 Creative Ways To Use Twitter To Grow Your Business – Forbes
400 Mysterious Stone ‘Gates’ Discovered In Remote Saudi Arabia – Forbes
5 Reasons Why Japan’s Upcoming Election Is The Most Exciting In Years – Forbes
70% Of Apple Watch 3 Buyers New To Platform; 80% Buying Cellular Version – Forbes
A brand that makes simple, aesthetically pleasing products became a sudden hit in China ‘ here’s how – Business Insider
A California city is launching the first US experiment in basic income ‘ and residents will get $6,000 a year – Business Insider
A cancer treatment that’s part of ‘a big new field of medicine’ just got approved (GILD) – Business Insider
A grieving military father says Trump offered him $25,000 after his son was killed and didn’t follow through – Business Insider
A massive deal in the cannabis industry just imploded after a CEO was fired – Business Insider
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New York ‘self help’ club for women allegedly requires naked photos for
admission, brands members with a hot iron, and urges them to follow a
near-starvation diet – Business Insider
A Norwegian energy company is making a big bet on Iran – Business Insider
A pool next to an airport runway – CNN
Adobe Adds 360 Photo Editing To Photoshop – Forbes
Daily Trust
Fix your state roads first
Nigeria still on the brink Christian lawmakers
Osun to use parliamentary system in LGAs
Anambra PDP: Faction disowns Obaze as govship candidate
INEC registers over 2m voters ahead of Anambra govship
Ex-Ogun governor asks Buhari to unite Nigeria
Jonathan meets IBB in Minna
APC constitution will decide how presidential candidate will emerge Gov Abubakar
Scavenger gets 6 months imprisonment for possession
BusinessDay
2019 Elections: INEC to recruit 1m ad-hoc staff
Dogara: Poverty threatening Nigeria’s democracy
Ownership tussle: SEC orders forensic audit of Oando Plc
Why is Buhari desperate for the state to command the controlling heights of the economy
Nigeria’s steel makers extend footprints to African market
OAL Partner wants President Buhari restrained from carrying on as petroleum minister
Nigeria’s Mutual Funds assets reach new high of N368bn
Court gives decision in case between NBA and its former assistant publicity secretary
Vanguard
Enugu govt approves N465m for water projects
Suspected rapist set would-be victim’s house ablaze in Delta
Over regulation of tobacco industry harmful to society ‘ Expert
101 Nigerian SMEs to benefit from Iyaloja book launch
Corruption: Nigeria’s like sheep without shepherd ‘ Catholic Archbishop Martins
Customs revenue leakage probe: N140bn recovered from erring firms, banks ‘ Senate
2019: Card readers’ll be effectively deployed ‘ INEC
Okobah urges Deltans to ignore APC’s media attacks against Okowa
IYC to NPA: Resolve your issues with Intels peacefully
Daily Independent
State House Clinic And The Ailing Health Sector
When Will Nigerians Have Uninterrupted Power Supply
Many People Who Voted Buhari In 2015 Won’t Do So Again ‘ Makarfi
Ladoja Will Soon Change His Position On Olubadan Chieftaincy Review ‘ Balogun
Chelsea Force Roma 3-3 As Barca Beat Olympiacos 3-1
Why Ozil Is Angry With Wenger, By Pires
2018 CHAN: Super Eagles To Know Foes Nov 17
Borno Governor Gives Amapakabo Brand New Car
GKCC Celebrates 9th Anniversary
Leadership
IBB, Jonathan In Closed-door Meeting
Senate Orders Unfreezing Of Patience Jonathans Accounts
World Bank Denies Disagreement With Adeosun On Borrowing
Professor Nye On Secession
FG Absolves Military On Rumoured Monkey Pox Vaccination
Osinbajo Meets With Kachikwu, Baru At Aso Villa
Reps Wade Into NPA/Intels Contract Termination
Stop Giving Bailouts To Govs, Labour Tells PMB
PMB Approves Payment Of Pension To Ex-Biafran Policemen Policemen
SPORTS HEADLINES
10-man Barcelona beat Olympiakos as Pique sees red – Punch
2017 Club Championship: NBBF insists on Mark Mentors, Civil Defenders – New Telegraph
2018 CHAN: Super Eagles To Know Foes Nov 17 – Daily Independent
2018 FIFA World Cup draws: Eguavoen goes spiritual, wants soft group for Eagles – Vanguard
4-Star SG Prospect Luguentz Dort Commits to Arizona State over Baylor, Oregon – Bleacher Report
Adebutu redeems N50 million pledge to Eagles – Peoples Daily
Allegri not impressed by Juve despite crucial win: ‘We are not sharp right now – Goal
Aluko and the FA: Five things we learned from parliamentary hearing – BBC
Aluko vindicated as FA apologises – The Sun
Anderlecht 0 Paris Saint-Germain 4: Mbappe takes one record as Cavani closes on another – Goal
Anderlecht 0 PSG 4: Mbappe takes one record as Cavani closes on another – Yahoo
Anthem row: Trump accuses NFL of total disrespect – The Sun
Anthony Davis, Nike Reportedly Agree to New Endorsement Contract – Bleacher Report
Arrows fight back to claim 1-1 draw in Polokwane – African Football
Barcelona 3 Olympiacos 1: Ton-up for Messi as Pique sees red – Yahoo
Barcelona 3 Olympiacos 1:Ton-up for Messi as Pique sees red – Goal
Barcelona 3-1 Olympiakos: La Liga Giants Rain Down on Greek Champions in Catalonia – FTBpro
Barcelona transfer news: The latest & LIVE player rumours from Camp Nou – Goal
ENTERTAINMENT HEADLINES
9-year-old girl dies after overweight cousin sits on her for 10 minutes as a punishment – Kemi Filani
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New York ‘self help’ club for women allegedly requires naked photos for
admission, brands members with a hot iron, and urges them to follow a
near-starvation diet – Business Insider
Adesua Etomi: Actress shares foolproof tips to stop you from getting broke – Pulse
Aiteo takes over as sponsor of CAF award – Ynaija
Anita
Okoye finally tags sister-in-law Ifeoma on the photo of her daughters,
also tags Ifeoma’s sister Nneka who initially called her out – Linda Ikeji
Arnold Schwarzenegger says the sequel to ‘Twins’ will begin shooting next year ‘ and star Eddie Murphy – Business Insider
Atiku’s Son, Aminu, Freed By Court; Ex-Wife Gets Custody Of Their Kids – Olufamous
Atiku: Ex-VP’s son remanded in cell, released, loses children to wife – Pulse
Between Jude Okoye’s sister-in-law and Paul Okoye’s wife, Anita on Instagram – Linda Ikeji
Billy Joel expecting third child – CNN
Buhari: President pays pension to former Biafran police officers – Pulse
Champions League: ‘MCN’ all score as PSG thump Anderlecht – Pulse
Champions League: 5 things we learnt from Matchday 3 fixtures – Pulse
Champions League: Bayern down Celtic on Heynckes’ return – Pulse
Champions League: Chelsea snatch draw as Man Utd edge Benfica – Pulse
Champions League: Goalkeeping gaffe hands Man Utd win at Benfica – Pulse
Champions League: Juventus battle past Sporting – Pulse