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Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala's mother kidnapped by gunmen

According to several reports, Okonjo was on Sunday, December 9, 2012 abducted at the gate of the palace of the traditional ruler of Ogwashi-Uku, Delta State, Professor Chukwuka Okonjo, who happens to be her husband.

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Okonjo-Iweala is the 81st 'Most Powerful Woman' in the world

American business magazine Forbes has listed Nigerian Minister of Finance Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala in their recent 'Most Powerful Women in 2012' list.

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Jay Jay Okocha turns 39

Nigerian ex-international player Austin Jay -Jay Okocha turned 39 on Tuesday, August 14, 2012.

'BOBTV 2012 was a success' – Amaka Igwe

The programme was well attended by delegates and guests from all meaningful walks of life, including the minister for finance, who in her speech disclosed the government’s plan to invest in the creative sectors so as to create jobs and economic growth...

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AMAA Founder Peace Anyiam-Fiberesima Honoured At BOBTV 2012

Directors, Producers, aspiring film makers and students came in their numbers for the opening ceremony of the ninth edition of BOBTV.

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Nigeria's Abandoned Youth: Are They Potential Recruits for Militants?

Concern is growing that the Almajiris might also provide fertile recruitment grounds for northern Nigeria's Islamist militants, Boko Haram...

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ThisDay To Honour Onyeka, Abike Dabiri, Sefi Atta, Others

Amongst the very popular faces who have made this year's honouree list is veteran singer Onyeka Onwenu...

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The President And His Subsidy Gang

This powerful team definitely succeeded in brainwashing the President that subsidy removal is the only and final solution to all of Nigeria’s problems...

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Dangote, Okonjo-Iweala, Seven Others Battle for Silverbird Man Of The Year Award

The winner will receive a cash prize, which is determined by sponsorship. However, the prize money must be donated to Charity of the recipient’s choice...

65 People, Places, Events And Things To Watch Out For In 2012

We don't want anxiety to overwhelm you - so our editors got together to compile you a list of some of the key people we think will rule the year...

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Ngozi Okonjo- Iweala

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala's mother kidnapped by gunmen

Okonjo-Iweala is the 81st 'Most Powerful Woman' in the world

Jay Jay Okocha turns 39

'BOBTV 2012 was a success' – Amaka Igwe

AMAA Founder Peace Anyiam-Fiberesima Honoured At BOBTV 2012

Nigeria's Abandoned Youth: Are They Potential Recruits for Militants?

ThisDay To Honour Onyeka, Abike Dabiri, Sefi Atta, Others

The President And His Subsidy Gang

Dangote, Okonjo-Iweala, Seven Others Battle for Silverbird Man Of The Year Award

Afrika Bambaataa, Hip-Hop pioneer and Zulu Nation founder, dies at 67

Wireless Festival cancelled after Kanye West denied entry to UK

DJ Tunez and Burna Boy allegedly clash at Obi’s house

Ghana Music Awards: 4 Nigerian songs nominated for “African Song of the Year”

Celine Dion announces comeback shows amid battle with Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS)

10 Nollywood actresses who have been name-dropped on Afrobeats songs

Oscars set 2027 and 2028 dates ahead of 100th edition in 2028

New Tumi, Raw Emotions: Sharon Rotimi steps in as Wura’s past Leaves fans shaken

Wura S4, Dividends, and other shows to stream this long holiday

AMVCA 2026: Nominees with back-to-back nominations in 2025 and 2026

Court orders Bill Cosby to pay $19M to former waitress in 1972 sexual assault case

Valerie Perrine, Oscar-nominated actress and ‘Superman’ star, dies at 82 after battle with Parkinson’s disease

Chuck Norris, ‘Walker, Texas Ranger’ star and Action icon, dies at 86

10 record-breaking moments at the 2026 Oscars

Full List: Sinners, Michael B. Jordan shine as Autumn Durald Arkapaw makes history at 2026 Oscars

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