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Kehinde: Private insecurities
by Kehinde There is a certain kind of shame that comes with having attended one of the best schools in Nigeria and not looking anything like it. That shame is…
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Eketi Edima Ette: International interviews versus Nigerian interviews
by Eketi Edima Ette Interview on BBC. My name is Adam Greene and this is Focus on Africa, on the BBC world service. Today, we have as our guest, Eketi…
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Bomi Ehimony: Friends are like blindfolds [Nigerian Voices]
by Bomi Ehimony On most days, I haven’t the slightest clue as to who I am. I have ideas, of course, I have a plethora of ideas. But definitively, I…
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2017 budget cannot make a huge difference – Osinbajo
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has said the 2017 budget which is about N7 trillion cannot make a huge difference in the economy. Osinbajo said this during a tour of some firms…
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#TBT: Here’s how white ruled the fashion space last weekend
Last weekend saw some of the biggest events in the Nigerian entertainment/media space; The Wedding Party movie was premi…
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‘Forget it, Nigeria can never break-up’, Buhari tells Biafrans
President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday reiterated that Nigeria's unity is not negotiable, telling those nurturing a breakup to bury such thoughts. The President spoke at a meeting he had with the…
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Frances Ogamba: Sister, sister
by Frances Ogamba You have a sister, an elder one, the one with skin like chocolate cream. The one with hair that is dark like the shell of boiled palm…
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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversations today
These are the top five stories that drove conversations today. Police discover illegal oil depot in Lagos The police in Lagos State has uncovered an illegal oil depot at the…
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The Thread: Do you know your HIV status? | #WorldAidsDay
Today is World Aids Day, and to mark the day, @Lade is asking people to recount their first HIV test experience. In this part of the world where HIV/AIDS is attached…
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The Thread: “Sexual intercourse is not the only way to get infected with HIV” | #WorldAidsDay
Today is World Aids Day and the theme for this year is Hands Up for #HIV Prevention. It's better safe than sorry, so do all you've got to do to…
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#Y!HumanRights2016: Reuben Abati, Cheta Nwanze, Abayomi Shogunle, others to speak at conference
The Initiative for Equal Rights (TIERs) in partnership with Y!/YNaija.com has announced the speakers at the 2016 Human Rights discussion conference themed: Human Rights, Sexuality and the Law. The conference,…
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Gov. Ayade has this message for young people having sex (READ)
Cross River governor, Ben Ayade has said one of the ways to prevent HIV/AIDS was for young people to remain virgins until they get married. Ayade said this on Thursday…
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Backstory: Shehu Sani and the APC debacle has been a long time coming
Yesterday, Senator Shehu Sani representing Kaduna Central in the upper legislative chamber was suspended indefinitely from the All Progressive Congress (APC). The suspension was announced in a letter to the…
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The Future Awards Africa launches Nigerian theme for its 11th edition, nominees list released Sunday 4th December
Following the announcement by the Central Working Committee (CWC) for Africa’s biggest youth event The Future Awards Africa (TFAA), the Awards is launching its country model plan with a focus…
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Change was not just a slogan, it was a promise – Soyinka
Literary giant, Sole Soyinka has said President Muhammadu Buhari has lost popularity within a short period in office because he has been unable to fulfill promises made to Nigerians. "There’s…
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Bill Gates signs $2m partnership deal with Nigeria Governors’ Forum
The Nigerian Governors' Forum and the Bill Melinda Gates foundations have signed a three-year $2m partnership. Chief Strategy Officer at the Gates Foundation, Mr. Mark Suzman, made the announcement at…
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Saraki promises early passage of 2017 budget
Senate President Bukola Saraki on Thursday said the 2017 budget will be passed early. Saraki gave the assurance at the State House, Abuja, while answering questions from State House correspondents…
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Police discover illegal oil depot in Lagos
The police in Lagos State has uncovered an illegal oil depot at the Onigbongbo local government area of the state. According to the Public Relations Officer of the command, Dolapo…
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I can never join a party of hunger like APC – Fayose
Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose has said he has no intention of joining the All Progressives Congress. Fayose said this at the palace of Ewi of Ado Ekiti, Oba Rufus…
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JUST IN: Appeal Court sacks Rivers lawmaker
The Abuja Court of Appeal on Thursday sacked a member of the Rivers State House of Assembly representing Opobo/Nkoro Constituency, Andrew Miller of the All Progressives Congress who was declared…
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I still remain spokesperson of the APC – Timi Frank
Suspended National Deputy Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Timi Frank has rejected the appointment of Abdullahi Bolaji as the National Publicity Secretary, stating he remains the spokesperson…
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Bury any thought of joining the APC, Lalong tells Fayose
Plateau State, Solomon Lalung on Thursday told Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose to bury ant thoughts of joining the All Progressives Congress (APC). Lalong urged Fayose to remain in the…
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Buhari meets Saraki ahead of 2017 budget presentation
President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday met with Senate President, Bukola Saraki at the Presidential Villa over the presentation of the 2017 Appropriation Bill to the National Assembly. The Federal Executive…
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Nene Henshaw: 30 experiences before 30 [NEXT]
by Nene Henshaw I recently realized that I was no more a teenager and had in many ways reached the stage in which 15 years me could look up to…
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Security situation in the Northeast has improved – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday said the security situation in Northern Nigeria has increased significantly following supports gotten from G-7 members. He said this when he received the Letter of…
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Corruption was a culture in Nigeria until I became President – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday said his administration will continue to investigate and prosecute corrupt office holders. According to a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi…
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The Thread: Men are not scum, just ‘minor’ incidents
Hardly a day goes by when a women does not scream on Twitter "All men are scum" or some variation of that. This story proves both men and women are…
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FG importing foreigners to testify against me – Kanu
Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi KANU has alleged that the Federal Government is importing people from nearby countries to testify against him in court. KANU and…
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I have thrown my green card away – Soyinka
Nobel Laureate, Wole Soyinka on Thursday said he has thrown away his green card just like he promised if Donald Trump wins the US Presidential elections, AFP reports. Soyinka had…
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JUST IN: Shi’ites protest at NASS over continued detention of El-Zakzaky
Members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria otherwise known as Shi'ites are currently protesting the continued detention of their leader, Sheik Ibrahim El-zakzaky, Punch reports. The Shi'ites are demonstrating in…
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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