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Ayham Hussein,15, was caught by ISIS fighters, listening to music in his father's grocery store. ISIS beheads Ayham Hussein. Here's the full story http://www.politicoscope.com/iraq-isis-beheads-ayham-hussein-for-listening-to-music/

Yahaya Gusau, the director general of Nigeria’s budget office, will be replaced by Tijjani Abdullahi. Get more details: http://www.politicoscope.com/nigeria-buhari-sacks-yahaya-gusau/

Abike Dabiri-Erewa Political Records:
- Freedom of Information Bill (FOI bill) which has now been signed into law in Nigeria
- Nigerian Infant Welfare Scheme Bill
- Nigerians with Disabilities Bill
- Bill to amend the railway act to allow private sector and state participation
- Nigeria Diaspora Commission Bill
- An Act to Eliminate Violence in Private and Public Life
- Bill to Promote the Advancement of Nigerian Women and Girls
- A bill to amend the National Women Development Centre Act and rename it after Mariam Babaginda

Abike Dabiri Erewa was born on 10th October, 1962. Read Abike Dabiri-Erewa biography and profile... http://www.politicoscope.com/nigeria-abike-dabiri-erewa-biography-and-profile/

Poverty was his next of kin before providence smiled on him. An indigent student from the onset. Continue reading... http://www.politicoscope.com/daniel-dino-melaye-biography-and-profile/

Olisa Metuh, who was produced in court in handcuff for the bail hearing on Tuesday, is to remain in prison till when he meets the bail conditions. Full story... http://www.politicoscope.com/nigeria-olisa-metuh-returns-back-to-prison-after-bail/

The revelation is coming just as the anti-corruption fight by President Muhammadu Buhari has drawn various reactions, controversies and outright revelations. Continue... http://www.politicoscope.com/nigeria-1-34-trillion-naira-stolen-by-55-people-fg-reveals

Olisa Metuh spokesman for Nigeria's main opposition party has been charged with money laundering involving 400 million naira intended for defence spending. More... http://www.politicoscope.com/nigeria-olisa-metuh-charged-with-money-laundering/

Among those listed are former military chiefs of defence and air staff that served under former president Goodluck Jonathan. More... http://www.politicoscope.com/nigeria-president-buhari-orders-probe-of-38-former-military-chiefs/

Hundreds of copies of Nigeria's 2016 budget have gone missing at the country's parliament, an MP who requested anonymity has said. Read more here http://www.politicoscope.com/nigeria-2016-budget-documents-missing/

Rep. Mia McLeod bill want men in the legislature to know what it feels like to have their reproductive rights targeted. Read more: http://www.politicoscope.com/usa-mia-mcleod-punishes-men-with-bill-to-restrict-erectile-dysfunction-drugs/

Early Life & Education Prince Abubakar Audu, first Executive Governor of Kogi State was born on 27 October 1947, to the family of his Royal Highness, the late Pa Audu Oyidi, Orego Atta of Igala Land and the paramount rule of Ogbonicha-Alloma in Ofu Local Government Area of Kogi State.

Read more here Prince Abubakar Audu biography and profile http://www.politicoscope.com/prince-abubakar-audu-biography-and-profile/

Ibrahim Mustafa Magu is a graduate of Accountancy from the University of Maiduguri and a certified accountant... Read Ibrahim Mustafa Magu here http://www.politicoscope.com/nigeria-ibrahim-mustafa-magu-brief-biography-and-profile

the original Prince Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi confirmation letter: http://www.politicoscope.com/nigeria-prince-adeyeye-enitan-ogunwusi-confirmation-letter

Maiden Name (as answered in school) – Jummai I. Abubakar (Jummai Ibrahim Abubakar). Date of Birth: 16th September, 1959. Place of Birth: Jalingo, Taraba State. Local Govt. Area: Jalingo LGA. State: Taraba State. Father: Alhaji Abubakar Ibrahim OON, Sarkin Ayukan Muri.

You can find more about Aisha Jummai Al-Hassan here http://www.politicoscope.com/nigeria-aisha-jummai-al-hassan-biography-and-profile/

Nigeria has hired mercenaries to combat Boko Haram as military chiefs face a December deadline to crush the militants, according to senior military sources. Read more here http://www.politicoscope.com/nigeria-sttep-reveals-nigeria-has-hired-mercenaries-to-defeat-boko-haram/.

Good news. http://www.politicoscope.com/chief-olu-falae-gains-freedom-from-his-abductors-photos/

President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed immense sadness... http://www.politicoscope.com/hannah-idowu-dideolu-hid-awolowo-passes-away/

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President Buhari visit to France looks more promising for Nigeria. http://www.politicoscope.com/nigeria-france-president-hollande-promises-goodies-to-nigeria-during-meeting-with-president-buhari/

Netanyahu said that he would not allow Israel to be “submerged by a wave of illegal migrants and terrorist activists”. http://www.politicoscope.com/israel-benjamin-netanyahu-building-30km-fence-to-keep-syrians-refugees-out/

The appointees; Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir David Lawal, National Security Adviser, Babagana Monguno and Special Adviser, Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina took the oath of office at the council chambers of the Presidential Villa, Abuja with President Buhari presiding. Read more... http://www.politicoscope.com/president-buhari-swears-in-sgf-nsa-media-aide/

“The amount involved is mind-boggling,” Buhari said of the oil scandal on July 21, according to a statement from his office. “A lot of damage has been done to the integrity of Nigeria with individuals and institutions already compromised.” Read more.

By many, if not most, accounts, President Muhammadu Buhari’s visit to the United States was a major personal triumph and represented a significant turn in Nigeria-US relations.

“President Buhari comes into office with a reputation for integrity and a very clear agenda, and that is to make sure that he is bringing safety and security and peace to his country,” Mr. Obama said.

Despite all the encomia heaped on President Buhari, his US outing had some disturbing moments that deserve critical attention. Read complete story.

Watch video of Sahara Reporters crew encounter with President Robert Mugabe in Nigeria: http://www.politicoscope.com/sahara-reporters-crew-harassed-zimbabwe-president-robert-mugabe-during-muhammadu-buhari-inauguration/

See: http://www.politicoscope.com/inauguration-day-winning-photo-muhammadu-buhari-goodluck-jonathan-walking-hand-in-hand-priceless/

Nigeria’s new president, Muhammadu Buhari, and his deputy, Yemi Osinbajo, will earn annual basic salaries of N3, 514, 705 and N3, 031, 572.50 respectively, according to the information on the website of the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission.

More: http://www.politicoscope.com/here-are-president-muhammadu-buhari-and-deputy-yemi-osinbajo-salaries-outlook/

Beautiful!

See more: http://www.politicoscope.com/aisha-buhari-and-her-daughters-in-the-news-now-family-photo/

Buruji Kashamu is a man indicted in America for allegedly smuggling heroin, in a court case that was the basis for the TV hit “Orange Is The New Black,” has been elected a senator in Nigeria. A British court refused a U.S. extradition request in 2003 over uncertainty about Kashamu’s identity. Chicago Judge Richard Posner thought otherwise when he refused a motion to dismiss Kashamu’s case last year.

Kashamu is suing Obasanjo for libel for stating that Kashamu is a fugitive from U.S. justice.

Read more: http://www.politicoscope.com/wanted-for-drug-deal-president-jonathan-top-financier-and-new-elected-senator-buruji-kashamu-indicted-in-us/

Muhammadu Buhari promise to Nigerians: "I pledge to publicly declare my assets and liabilities, encourage all my appointees to publicly declare their assets and liabilities as a pre-condition for appointment."

Do you believe he will fulfil these promises in his first 100 days in office as Nigeria President? Politicoscope is asking now... http://www.politicoscope.com/first-100-days-in-office-heres-muhammadu-buhari-promises-to-nigerians-as-president-of-nigeria/

The PDP has surged back, as Jonathan has diversified his regional support base by highlighting more national concerns — namely, assuring Nigerians that they will be able to vote safely. And it's paying him greatly.

http://www.politicoscope.com/comeback-kid-president-goodluck-jonathan-surges-again

President Obama released a message to the Nigerian people to highlight the opportunity that the upcoming elections present for all Nigerians to stand together in rejecting violence and extremism and instead show their support for a more peaceful, secure, and prosperous future.

We hope and pray Nigerians will cast the right vote and select the right leader to move Nigeria forward.

Watch the video on Politicoscope: http://www.politicoscope.com/president-obama-delivers-message-to-nigerians-on-2015-election-video/

The last round of the Presidential Debate organised by the Nigeria Election Debate Group (NEDG) took place in Abuja on Sunday with the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), General Muhammadu Buhari absent, as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, President Goodluck Jonathan, slugged it out with four other presidential candidates.

President Jonathan, “If Nigeria is to move forward, there is the need for stability. My re-election will give room for consolidation.”

http://www.politicoscope.com/election-debate-twist-jonathan-present-buhari-absent/

Convener of CPEF, Mr. Emeka Ugwu-Oju said:

"For the purpose of a successful and professionally organised general elections, we have planned to hold seven town hall meetings in the six geopolitical zones. We are positive that the presidential candidates will be in attendance. http://www.politicoscope.com/president-jonathan-buhari-accept-town-hall-meeting-debates/