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The drama of abductions and impunity - By Reuben Abati
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The drama of abductions and impunity – By Reuben Abati

Clearly, the most compelling, and confusing development in Nigeria in recent times is the recurring spate of abductions, the reign of impunity and the apparent failure of the Nigerian state…

Wike’s weak, wild, wicked week

Tinubu-for-life. For where?

Tinubu-for-life. For where?

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The lucky man of Ondo state - By Reuben Abati 
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The lucky man of Ondo state – By Reuben Abati 

Child-safe smartphone with parental monitoring launches in the UK
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Child-safe smartphone with parental monitoring launches in the UK

PDP rejects Aiyedatiwa’s re-election, APC pushes back on allegations
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PDP rejects Aiyedatiwa’s re-election, APC pushes back on allegations

Nigeria’s Chidimma emerges as First Runner-Up at Miss Universe 
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Nigeria’s Chidimma emerges as First Runner-Up at Miss Universe 

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