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Nigeria beat Algeria to win Africa U-23 Championship
The Nigeria U-23 team has defeated Algeria to win the Africa U-23 Cup of Nations, holding in Dakar, Senegal. The Dream Team VI thrashed Algeria 2-1 on Saturday at the Leopold Sedar…
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The 20th Olu of Warri crowned in spectacular fashion (See Photos)
The Itsekiri nation of Delta State has crowned a new monarch, His Royal Majesty, Ogiame Ikenwoli I, as the 20th Olu Of Warri. The ceremony, which took place on Saturday, was…
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#BeastsofNoNation: The moment when Okonjo-Iweala asks Idris Elba for a hug (WATCH)
The Nigerian premiere of the Beasts of no Nation is ongoing at the Silverbird Galleria in Victoria Island, Lagos. Idris Elba, the lead actor in the Netflix original movie, is…
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Army’s claim of assassination attempt is the ‘lie of the decade’ – Shiite sect
The Shi’a Islamic Movement has accused the Nigerian Army of peddling the 'lie of the decade' by alleging that the group attempted to assassinated the Chief of Army Staff, Major General…
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#YNaija2015Review: 10 events that shook the world in 2015
As the sometimes turbulent, sometimes complicated year comes to an end, we reflect on significant events that have shaken the earth to its very foundation and moved nations to tears. From the…
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‘Soldiers had no choice but to shoot at Shiite members’ – Army
The Nigerian Army has described Saturday's confrontation with the Shiite Sect as a deliberate attempt to assassinate the Chief of Army Staff and officers in his convoy. The Army, reacting…
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The government is after me because I refused to join APC – Tompolo
Commander of the Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta (MEND), Government Ekpemupolo known as Tompolo, says he's being harassed by the federal government over his refusal to join…
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Lawmaker abducted and killed in Jos
The newly appointed transition committee chairman of Jos East Local Government Area of Plateau State, Hosea Azi has been abducted and murdered by suspected kidnappers on Saturday abducted and killed.…
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MAJU releases Holiday collection in anticipation of its Lagos shopping party
Womenswear brand MAJU releases its Holiday collection 10 days before its Lagos Shopping Party. Maju, known for its fe…
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Just In: Shi’a Muslim sect clash with soldiers in Zaria, Army chief survives ‘assassination’ attempt (PHOTOS)
Seven people were killed on Saturday, during a firefight between the Nigerian Army and members of the Shi'a Muslim sect, in Zaria, Kaduna. The official Twitter account of the Nigerian Army says members…
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Buhari, Dangote, El-Rufai conferred with Honorary Doctorate by Kaduna State University (PHOTOS)
President Muhammadu Buhari has been conferred with an Honorary Doctorate degree of Letters by the Kaduna State University. Buhari got the honorary doctorate on Saturday, during the second Convocation ceremony of…
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#YNaija2015Review: Taxi Driver, Gbomo Gbomo Express, Fifty… See our 10 best Nollywood films of 2015
This year was the year of the ingénue as far as Nollywood was concerned. A fresh crop of talented filmmakers began to show their hand as guardians of the future.…
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#YNaija2015Review: Wande Coal, Reminisce, Darey… These are the 10 best albums of 2015
In terms of album releases, 2015 has been the year of the men. The music business has always been an all-boys club, but one that concedes to let in the…
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The moment when Ukraine’s Prime Minister got ‘crotch-lifted’ off the floor of Parliament (WATCH)
The Ukrainian Parliament makes the occasional fisticuffs of the Federal House of Representatives seem like friendly punches. Prime Minister of Ukraine was grabbed by the crotch and lifted off the floor of Supreme…
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With This Ring: Hair comes the bride
by Ada Ebunam THE SCOOP For the big day, when all eyes will be focused on you. you’ll want to make sure that yo…
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Red Carpet: Best looks from the Corporate Elite Show
The 9th edition of the Corporate Elite 2015 Concert held at the Eko Convention Center at Eko Hotel & Suites, Vict…
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Akah Bants: The Sugabelly vs Mustapha Audu fiasco (WATCH)
Sugabelly has made some claims that Mustapha Audu, son of late Kogi state governor, Prince Abubakar Audu, raped her consistently over a period of time and then introduced his brothers, cousins, and…
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The Nicole Code: Sipping beauty
Water is synonymous with beauty. Beauty cannot exist without water literally- pretty much all products ever have some…
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Dele Momodu: The time to give and inspire hope is now
Fellow Nigerians, let me start by emphasising that there is no task bigger than empowering our youths and liberating them from abject poverty. I sincerely do not envy President Muhammadu…
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Genevieve Nnaji’s ‘Road to Yesterday’ picks up 6 nominations at #AVMCA2016 (Full List)
Genevieve Nnaji's movie Road to Yesterday grabbed 6 nominations as the nominees for the fourth edition of the prestigious Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCAs) were announced on Friday night.…
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One newspaper denies receiving N10m from ThisDay boss, another says it got N9m
Publisher of ThisDay newspaper, Nduka Obaigbena, had in a letter to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, confirmed receipt of N670,000,000 from the office of the former National Security Adviser, Sambo Dasuki. Obaigbena's letter was…
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Opinion: Is corruption now bigger than Nigeria?
Corruption is perhaps the most widely discussed topic in Nigeria. It’s the sole reason why many sectors and institutions are in coma. On Wednesday, December 9, Nigeria joined the rest…
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#TSSOnTheScene: Where to be this weekend – The Black Tie Concert, FIFTY premier, and many more
TSS brings to you weekly updates on where to be this weekend. Here is this week’s updates below; DONELL JONES SET TO …
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THE YNAIJA TRACKLIST: PDP almost destroyed Nigeria | Rivers Senators sacked | ISIS makes tactical mistake | More stories
We are not going back on anti-corruption war - Presidency. This Day David Mark begins re-election campaign. YNaija El-Rufai says Nigeria was almost destroyed by the PDP. Leadership Names of looters…
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YNaija Editorial: Will the 2016 budget deliver as promised?
After a much-criticized lethargic start to his government, President Muhammadu Buhari has finally set the ball rolling since the swearing-in of his cabinet. About three weeks ago, the Federal Government…
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The September Standard Giveaways have begun! Win ConSat decoders, items from Zazaii and more
Whoop! The September Standard‘s first giveaway is finally here. Get a chance to win lots of gifts this Yuletide…
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AdeOla Fadumiye: I learned that slow pace is not always a bad idea (30 Days of Gratitude)
2015 is the year I came back to myself; it is the first year I felt like myself in more than 5 years. Courage was my theme for 2015 –…
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Former VP, Namadi Sambo received N20m monthly stipend from Dasuki’s office
A former Accounts Officer II, in the office of the National Security Adviser, Ibrahim Idris Wambai, has revealed that that the Office of Nigeria’s former Vice President Namadi Sambo was…
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‘People need not fear me… ‘ | 4 major quotes from Buhari’s keynote address at Anyiam-Osigwe lecture
President Muhammadu Buhari, on Friday, spoke at the 15th session of the Anyiam-Osigwe Foundation lecture at the International Conference Centre, in Abuja. During the session, Buhari spoke on leadership, corruption…
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Boko Haram December deadline: PDP makes lofty promise to be noble and understanding
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has promised not to hound President Muhammadu Buhari and the All Progressives Congress, if the Army fails to achieve the set deadline to end insurgency…
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The September Standard
- Uchay Joel Chima’s No Longer Afraid of Shadows Showing at Soto
- BBL vs. Size Zero: How The Era of Size Zero May Have been Trying To Save Women From Today’s Era of BBL
- This Week in Fashion: Our Favourite Looks From MET Gala, Bridgerton Premiere
- Top 5 Must-Visit Art Galleries in Nigeria This Weekend
- Cuppy Dazzles With Anthony Joshua & Naomi Campbell For Wedding of the Year
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
The September Standard
- Uchay Joel Chima’s No Longer Afraid of Shadows Showing at Soto
- BBL vs. Size Zero: How The Era of Size Zero May Have been Trying To Save Women From Today’s Era of BBL
- This Week in Fashion: Our Favourite Looks From MET Gala, Bridgerton Premiere
- Top 5 Must-Visit Art Galleries in Nigeria This Weekend
- Cuppy Dazzles With Anthony Joshua & Naomi Campbell For Wedding of the Year
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy