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Transfer: Sunderland sign Chelsea defender
Sunderland AFC have completed the signing of Senegalese international centre-back Papy Djilobodji from Chelsea FC for £8million. The 27-year-old, who can also play as a defensive midfielder, has put pen-to-paper…
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Spotted: Obasanjo at venue of PDP convention committee inauguration (PHOTO)
Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo was on Friday seen at the Shehu Musa Yar’adua Centre, venue of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)‘s National Convention committee inauguration. NAN took a picture of the former…
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Dream Team’s victory was sweet – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed his delight over the victory by the U-23 football over their opponents Japan. According to Buhari the team "overcame all odds" to secure a memorable…
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Boko Haram: New leader Al-Barnawi replies Shekau (LISTEN)
The new leader of deadly terrorist group Boko Haram, Abu Musab Al-Barnawi has replied erstwhile leader of the sect, Abubakar Shekau in audio statement. Shekau had released an audio message…
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10 die in Army, villagers clash in Niger
The Nigerian Army on Friday said three soldiers and seven civillians died in a clash between soldiers and some residents of Kpaidna community in Niger. According to the Assistant Director,…
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Budget-Padding Tracker: Jibrin complies with APC directive, stops public comments
The former Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Appropriation, Abdulmumin Jibrin, has put on hold his media war against Speaker, Yakubu Dogara, following the All Progressives Congress directive…
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There is nothing personal between Amaechi and I – Wike
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike on Friday said he and his predecessor, Rotimi Amaechi want peace for the state. Wike disclosed this at the 12th All Nigeria Editors Conference holding…
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Fulfilling campaign promises is not an easy task – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday said it is not an easy task to fulfil his electoral promises to Nigerians but reiterated his commitment do so. Buhari said this while speaking…
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NFF picks Gernot Rohr as Super Eagles’ coach
The Nigeria Football Federation has selected a German, Gernot Rohr as the new manager of the Super Eagles. According to the Punch, the NFF President Amaju Pinnick has confirmed the…
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Explosives diversion: FG recalls federal mines workers
Following the arrest of five security operatives over diversion of explosives to militants, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Kayode Fayemi has recalled all federal mines officers in the…
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Halliburton scandal: Fayose must apologize to Aisha Buhari – Arewa youths
The Arewa Youth Integrity Forum (AYIF) has asked Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose to apologize to the wife of the President, Aisha Buhari and Nigerians for alleging that Buhari cannot…
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Just In: Air Force resumes aerial attacks on hideouts of militants in Ogun
The Nigerian Air Force on Friday resumed the aerial attacks on hideouts of the vandals in Arepo area of Ogun state. It was gathered that aerial attacks on the creeks…
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Buhari attends National Defence College graduation ceremony (PHOTOS)
President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday attend the graduation ceremony of Course 24 of the National Defence College. The President was accompanied to the graduation by other top government officials. On…
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Court stops Yuguda from seeking medical treatment abroad
An application by a former minister, Ambassador Bashir Yuguda seeking leave to travel abroad for medical reasons has been dismissed by an Abuja High Court. Ambassador Yuguda, who was a…
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Hadiza Bala Usman, Asuquo Ekpenyong, Mark Okoye II… See the #YNaijaPowerList for Politics
As the annual #YNaijaPowerList enters its 5th year, we bring you the most influential young Nigerians under 40 who are braving the dark, often dangerous, but always exciting world of real…
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Budget padding is not an offence, I won’t resign – Dogara
Speaker of the House of Representatives Yakubu Dogara says budget padding is not an offence. Dogara made the statement while speaking with statehouse correspondents shortly after he met with President…
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Celebrities galore at Adekunle Gold’s listening album party (PHOTOS)
YBNL act, Adekunle Gold held a private listening party for his new album Gold on Thursday, 4 August. Accompanied by a live band, the singer wowed the audience as he…
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Just In: Buhari, Dogara in closed-door meeting
Speaker of the House of Representatives Yakubu Dogara is presently in a closed door meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari. The meeting is believed to be in line with the budget…
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Kachikwu ‘didn’t spend N182m on chartered flight to China’ – Niger Delta Group
The Niger Delta Indigenous Movement For Radical Change (NDIMRC) has said the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Dr. Ibe Kachikwu did not spend N182m on chartered flight to China…
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Start your weekend on a Shaydee note with ‘Pon Da Floor’ (LISTEN)
After making the ladies Smile last time out, Shaydee has released a potential club banger titled Pon Da Floor just in time for the weekend. Produced by Maleek Berry, this song is off the…
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Opinion: Like Igbinedion, like Mavin firstlady, Tiwa Savage
by Simon Utsu Yesterday I did a write-up on facebook as a rejoinder to comments recently attributed to Tiwa Savage, where she claimed to be the biggest and most popular female…
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YNaija Analysis: Hajj circular – What exactly is happening on Planet CBN?
A circular from the CBN’s Trade and Exchange Department surfaced yesterday, authorising the sale of dollars to pilgrims to the 2016 Hajj at a ‘concessionary rate’ of N197 to the…
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Reuben Abati: Endorsing Hilary Clinton in America’s historic election
by Reuben Abati If there was any hope that Donald Trump would change tactics and be more restrained after winning the Republican party Presidential nomination for the November 8 US…
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Laolu Sebanjo, Damilola Elebe, Adenrele Sonariwo… See the #YNaijaPowerList for Culture
The annual #YNaijaPowerList enters its 5th year, and we bring you the most influential young Nigerians under 40 who are rocking the culture space and making something out of nothing. From…
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Nigerians on Twitter react to CBN’s subsidized exchange rate for Hajj pilgrims
Following the news that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) intends to give subsidy on foreign exchange to Hajj pilgrims, Nigerians have taken to social media to express their opinion on…
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Ronaldo, Bale and Greizmann make UEFA top 3, not Messi
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi has been dropped in the final shortlist released by UEFA in its top three players for the 2015/16 season. The Real Madrid pair of Gareth Bale…
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Civil servants will enjoy working for government – Ngige
The Honourable Minister of Labour and Employment, Sen. Chris Ngige has assured Federal Civil Servants that Staff welfare and improved conditions of Service will continue to be paramount to the…
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Budget-Padding Tracker: Northern students call for Jibrin’s probe
Northern Nigerian Students’ Association, NONSA, has called for the probe of former Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriations, Abdulmumin Jibrin over his allegations that the 2016 national budget was padded.…
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‘Happiness Amplified’ as Maltina Dance All returns for Season 9
Maltina, the premium non-alcoholic malt drink has announced the return of its number one Nigerian family dance show, Maltina Dance All Season 9. The announcement was made at a media…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five stories to monitor today 1. U.S. blacklist 20 Nigerian states The United States Department of State has issued a new travel warning to its citizens…
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The September Standard
- T.I Nathan SS25 Lookbook: A Contemporary Ode to Elegance and Edge
- Idia Aisien’s Comeback to Style 101: Will She Revive the Magic?
- RED CARPET! Amstel Malta at 30: A Sleek Celebration of Style and Legacy!
- Ugoccie: Where Afrocentricity Meets Street Style
- The Future Awards Africa 2024: How Tunde Onakoya and Veekee James Served High-Fashion Mastery as Hosts
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
- T.I Nathan SS25 Lookbook: A Contemporary Ode to Elegance and Edge
- Idia Aisien’s Comeback to Style 101: Will She Revive the Magic?
- RED CARPET! Amstel Malta at 30: A Sleek Celebration of Style and Legacy!
- Ugoccie: Where Afrocentricity Meets Street Style
- The Future Awards Africa 2024: How Tunde Onakoya and Veekee James Served High-Fashion Mastery as Hosts
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