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Umar Audu

@Theumar_audu

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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 months
I'm extremely excited that my debut undercover report got published on @daily_nigerian .The feedback has been overwhelming and heart-soothing. I'm grateful to my E-in-C, @JaafarSJaafar , for giving me the nudge to embark on this monumental project.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 months
Thank you for this great honour @NOA_Nigeria @LanreIssaOnilu 🙏🙏🙏
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 months
I will be live on @channelstv tomorrow Jan 3 , to discuss my recent undercover report for @daily_nigerian and the federal government decision to suspend accreditation of degree certificates from Benin and Togo. Join us at 7:AM.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 months
Had a meeting earlier today with the Hon. Minister @FMINONigeria Mohammed Idris Malagi. During the meeting, he commended my recent undercover report for @daily_nigerian and encouraged me to look out for more. I appreciate Mr Idris for his warm reception and professional advice.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 months
Thank you David🙏
@DavidHundeyin
David Hundeyin
6 months
UNDERCOVER: How DAILY NIGERIAN reporter bagged Cotonou varsity degree in 6 weeks, participated in NYSC scheme A fantastic piece of investigative journalism that I would have been proud to have worked on. Kudos to @Theumar_audu of Daily Nigerian.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 months
The National Youth Service Corps ,NYSC, has mandated all eligible prospective corps members to register with their National Identification Numbers, NIN. This followed an undercover report by DAILY NIGERIAN which exposed many lapses in corps members’ mobilisation.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
2 months
Alhamdulillah Last night, I won the investigative reporter of the year award at the maiden edition of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ, Press Freedom and Good Governance Award in Abuja. The award was in recognition of my recent undercover report for @daily_nigerian
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
9 months
Here is @GovNiger dishing out an open threat in the presence of Emir of Lapai to anybody who protests against his policy."Some little pests" I will lock them up, together with their parents;" I will banish them from the town etc. What a careles statement from d governor @HonBago
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 months
There is disquiet in the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, over plan by the new management to fully relocate major departments from the Abuja headquarters to the former headquarters in Lagos. DAILY NIGERIAN gathered that members of staff of the apex bank, especially married women
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
8 months
The off cycle elections in Kogi, Bayelsa and Imo was an opportunity for @inecnigeria and Mr. Yakubu to clean up their stinking and dirty image, but they would prefer to see the country in flames than allow the will of the majority prevail.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 months
The Supreme Court has saved the Kano people from vultures and hyenas
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 years
@akaebube @adeyanjudeji @PoliceNG U r economical wit d truth...Deji is playing d script of d @OfficialPDPNig and he must prosecuted for threating National security with hate speech and fake news... Let him face justice
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
1 year
Ayyam in sifia pains😢 I have these 5k of old Naira notes I collected from a POS agent yesterday, February 10th, but spending them has become impossible because nobody will accept them from me. I accepted the money from the agent based on my knowledge of a subsisting
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 months
The Nigerian Supreme Court will be delivering judgement on six governorship election appeals in six states on Friday(Tomorrow). The states are Lagos, Kano, Zamfara, Plateau, Ebonyi, and Bauchi. What are your expectations?
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
2 months
"If they want to increase fuel price or electricity tarriff, they do it overnight, but it takes years of committee sittings, negotiations and Labour strikes before a worker gets a pay rise" J.J 2024
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
3 months
The whole white lion...Power is indeed transient
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
3 months
A former Governor of Kano State Abdullahi Ganduje has allegedly sold the Kano Cotton Ginnery, located at Challawa Industrial area to Lesage General Enterprise Ltd, a company wholly owned and maintained by his immediate family, court documents have shown.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
5 months
Another Comrade from Agaie, Niger State
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
2 months
May the lord almighty continue to grant us the courage to defend press freedom, uphold ethical standards, and strive for accuracy and fairness in our reporting.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
2 years
This is not me being pessimistic, but from the array of presidential candidates for the 2023 election, what if the next president also fails us as Buhari and others did? We no go still die abi? Because you always hear people say Nigerians easily adapt to every situation.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
4 months
My Governor💔
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Umar Audu
2 months
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
5 years
@renoomokri @Moses81818999 @NobelPrize @renoomokri will spend all d time in this world insulting ,criticizing PMB but cant bear opposite opinion on 'mere' issues...stop insulting leaders coz u lack moral right to do that.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
4 months
What is the president saying about the mass abduction of school children in Kaduna yesterday? What is he doing to ensure the safe release of over 200 IDPs kidnapped by BH members in Borno?
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
2 months
Residents of Allawa village in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State have deserted the community following the "unexpected" withdrawal of military troops. The community is a hotspot for Boko Haram and bandit activities.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
2 months
Three months after appointment as acting director-general of Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, Capt. Chris Najomo is enmeshed in alleged financial recklessness, violations of government procurement regulations, and gross abuse of office.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
1 year
In the words of @FFK , Emefiele was sent by the Satan to torment Nigerians, but I'm optimistic he and other rogue elements trying to burn down the country will be defeated and Nigeria shall prevail.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
3 months
No Nigerian child deserves this kind of humiliation. Government at all levels must be realistic in ending the ugly surge of abductions of innocent citizens, especially schoolchildren. I pray this will be the last🙏
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
1 year
The display of ignorance and rejection of the old notes by many traders is a result of the deliberate and ill motivated silence of the CBN. The fact that all the stores close to my house refused to accept bank transfers has made the situation more frustrating, and unbearable.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
5 years
#NYSC For the records: I served my father's land here in the state of "Omoluabi"..incase u have the intention to blackmail when I don blow....I go give u maryam Sanda treatment.. #OsunKopa #NYSC @raufaregbesola @SadiQBichi
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
2 months
and a beautiful Benin bronze. I am immensely grateful to my Editor-in-Chief, @JaafarSJaafar , for giving me the nudge and providing me with all the necessary editorial support and mentorship while carrying out the investigation. I dedicate this award to all lovers of democracy,
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Umar Audu
6 months
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 months
are grumbling over the decision. It was also gathered that 1,533 staff would be affected by the massive redeployment. A source who preferred anonymity said the policy had already forced some members of staff to consider resignation.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 years
@milleralali @akaebube @adeyanjudeji @PoliceNG @OfficialPDPNig They never threatened the peace of our dear country... But deji has been deceitful hiding under guise of activism and threatening the state.... I believe he will learn a lesson from this
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
3 months
Alhamdulilah for the successful completion of Ramadan 1445 AH. Taqabbalallahu minna wa minkum
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 months
@fisayosoyombo Thank you boss🙏♥️
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
4 years
In Niger state, despite the myriads of attacks by armed bandits. @GovNiger prefers to go on vacation than to address the security challenges bedevelling the state.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
2 months
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
3 months
First it was Adams Oshiomhole that was removed through "ex parte", then Secondus, followed by Ayu and now Mr Ganduje.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
5 years
@MrAbuSidiq @Mr_JAGs @MP_Muye @MsTyma_ @Nupenchi_ @AHayatu @UNILAG_EFIWE We are solidly behind the aspiration of Hon Umaru Bago for reps....Niger state gave the highest number of votes to APC in North Central
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
2 months
I acknowledged the support , solidarity, and prayers of family members, colleagues, and well wishes. I also appreciate all the media houses and professional colleagues who helped amplify the report that earned me this honour.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
4 years
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 months
👂
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
2 months
I'd like to express my heartfelt gratitude to the NUJ and esteemed member jury for painstakingly going through all the entries and finding my work worthy of this honour. I sincerely appreciate the family of the late Sen Anyim Ude for supporting the award with a prize of N1m
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
5 years
Your retirement comes with mix feelings 2 me, i would have wish u continue as IGP, but in life their is always time for everything. U have written ur name in gold and posterity will be kind 2 u.Happi 60 Bday nd blissful retirement Zannako Nupe. #IGPIdris @PoliceNG @APCNigeria
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
3 months
Mr Ganduje, who is the national chairman of the ruling APC, was recently dragged to court alongside his wife, son and five other persons by Kano state Government on allegations of official corruption, conspiracy, criminal breach of trust among others.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
2 months
😭😭😭
@JaafarSJaafar
Jaafar Jaafar
2 months
In an unprecedented budget fraud in Nigerian history, the National Assembly has appropriated N370 billion on running costs, contingency, vague and duplicated projects for the Senate and House of Representatives in the 2024 Appropriation Act.   In the N370 billion NASS budget,
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Umar Audu
2 months
Happy birthday Mr EXCLUSIVE
@Imranmuhdz
Imran Muhammad
2 months
Celebrating the gift of life and all the blessings that come with it. Happy Birthday to Me!
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
5 years
#EU4DemocracyNG My name is Audu Umar OS/18A/1516 i served as an INEC Ad hoc Staff during 2018 Osun Gov Elections and 2019 General elections...I did my work faithfully and dilgently without compromise..
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
4 years
@HamzyCODE @jagaba_ A big amen to your kind words and prayers 🙏
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
1 year
But because Emeifele has a sinister agenda and probably thinks he has nothing to lose if the country goes into flames as a result of this heartless policy, deliberately refused to communicate the judgment to deposit money banks and enlighten the public about it.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
5 years
@gentleojay @akaebube @OfficialPDPNig @officialKolaO @MrFixNigeria @AriyoAristotle @OlayinkaLere @AnthonyEhilebo @07musty @emmaikumeh @KBUdeogu This is Salihu Iyimoga 27 yrs old member - elect representing Doma North state constituency of Nasarawa. State House of Assembly under Zenit Labour Party
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
2 months
About 40 policemen providing security and investigation support to Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission have been withdrawn by the Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
5 years
2019 gubernatorial elections in Nigeria has once again affirmed to us that politics is local...U can't hide under borrowed popularity and integrity to achieve political height anymore... #Theverdict #KanoisRead #IAmNorth
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
1 year
order of the Supreme Court and a statement from AGF Malami saying the government will comply with the said order pending the final determination of the case on Wednesday, February 15.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
2 months
@AbbaM_Abiyos @daily_nigerian Amin. Thank you bro❤️
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
5 years
Life is short , grudges are a waste of perfect happiness. Laugh when you can, appolgise when u should and let go what u can't change #TuesdayThoughts
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
5 years
Any politician who associates himself with the likes of @realFFK and @renoomokri will not triumph in any election in Nigeria..
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 years
@TrueNaijaGuy @akaebube @PoliceNG @MBuhari This will serve as detriment to those hooligans who want to truncate our democracy in the name of freedom of expression. @PoliceNG kudos
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
2 years
Toh fa, Malam Kolo!
@daily_nigerian
Daily Nigerian
2 years
2023 Police plan posting of notorious SARS commander Kolo Yusuf to Kano
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
3 months
According to the charge sheet and accompanying exhibits sighted by our reporter, Mr Ganduje is accused of short-changing the state and robbing it of the property valued at N750,000,000 but sold at a discounted rate of N320 million.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
4 years
You can also volunteer the read the news in your mother tongue
@RadioNow953FM
RadioNow 95.3FM
4 years
Hear the afternoon news read by Muhammad Bani Lukman in Bisa. Bisa is the main language of the Bussawa people who are mostly found in Niger and Kwara state of West Central Nigeria near the Benin border Listen to the full news here: cc: @KadariaAhmed
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 years
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
3 months
What's this man afraid of.. I thought he called himself white lion(Plastic Zaki kawai)
@LeadershipNGA
LEADERSHIP NEWS
3 months
We May Have To Engage Military To Move Ex-Gov Bello Out Of Kogi Gov’t House — EFCC
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 months
@atto_bello Expect more..
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
2 months
Allow us to breathe. Journalism is not a crime #FreeOjukwu
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 years
@BashirAhmaad We don't need all this trash 2 determine our vote...All I know is that I'm going higher.. #NextLevel
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 years
Happy birthday @Mr_JAGs i join millions of well wisher's to rejoice with u...more years in gud health and wealth.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
2 months
colleagues who died in line of duty and all those facing persecution for doing their job. Special appreciation goes to my parents and my darling wife for their fervent prayers, support, and understanding at every step of the way.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
1 year
@officialtodah @ZikokoCitizen Congratulations Ore 🎉
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Umar Audu
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
3 years
Is our work o!
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 years
@Deenazla @MrFixNigeria I don't even know its exist..
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 years
@ShehuSani Stop deceiving urself cox u know deep inside u that u have lost ground..
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 months
@Great_Kamil Thanks for the kind words, boss 🙏
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
4 months
Nawao😢
@NigeriainfoFM
Nigeria Info FM 99.3
4 months
Lagosians queue up to buy rice seized by The Nigerian Customs Service. A bag of rice (25kg) is reportedly being sold for #10 ,000. The Customs Service says it secured approval from the government to dispose of the seized food items to needy Nigerians at discounted prices.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
2 years
Abeokuta declaration
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
2 months
Our country, now more than ever before, is in its darkest moment and in dire need of courageous people to shine light. Accordingly, in accepting this award, I renew my commitment to the principles of public service, ethical journalism, and responsible journalism.
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Umar Audu
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 years
My vote is for muhammadu Buhari come 2019.. #Love #Buharist @MBuhari @APCNigeria
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 years
Enough of d shit @SadiQBichi
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
3 months
@Omar_Mustie What's ur definition of peace and serenity pls ?
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
5 years
#UCLdraw I'm certainly sure that two English sides will slug it out Qfinals. #UCLdraw
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
5 years
PARIS is RED🔥
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
2 months
@Omar_Mustie Nagode sosai Dan uwa 🙏
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 years
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 months
@officialtodah Yes . We are interested 🤔
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 years
Another scandal????
@daily_trust
Daily Trust
6 years
Bindow's WAEC certificate missing as he emerges @OfficialAPCNg candidate for #Adamawa guber via @daily_trust @APCNigeria
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
5 years
It really feels great to be back to the Twitter street
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Umar Audu
2 months
@officialtodah @SMC_PAU Congratulations Champ♥️🎉
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
6 years
@MrFixNigeria @MBuhari @GEJonathan Ur a mad man ohimai i taught u have sense....
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
3 years
@RGAMeyer I wish u all the best on your birthday Rouna! Thanks for always inspiring us..
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
4 years
Speak up #North
@gimbakakanda
Gimba Kakanda
4 years
Keep defending the shortcomings of this government until it’s your family’s turn to also pay ransom to kidnappers.
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@Theumar_audu
Umar Audu
5 months
Relocation spree kenan
@daily_nigerian
Daily Nigerian
5 months
Tinubu set to relocate NUPRC to Lagos after Buhari built N70bn new HQ in Abuja
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