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Day: 29 December 2016
The Thread: So these artistes missed out on collecting their #SoundCityMVP2016 awards…
The maiden edition of the Soundcity MVP Awards Festival is currently taking place at the Expo Center, Eko Hotel & Suites Lagos, Nigeria. Viewers have taken to Twitter to condemn…
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The Thread: ‘#SoundCityMVP2016 is the new Headies…’ | Our top 10 tweets of tonight’s awards
The maiden edition of the Soundcity MVP Awards Festival is currently taking place at the Expo Center, Eko Hotel & Suites Lagos, Nigeria. Artistes who are billed to perform at…
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APC wants to bomb my plane – Wike
Rivers Governor, Nyesom Wike, on Thursday, accused the leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state of plotting to bomb his plane. According to The Punch, Wike stated this on Thursday…
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DNC hack: US sanctions Russia, expels 35 diplomats
The United States has sanctioned Russia over the hack of the Democratic National Convention. US President, Barack Obama ordered the expulsion of 35 Russian diplomats including shutting down of two…
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The Thread: Why you shouldn’t compare yourself to anyone else
Japheth Omojuwa will like you to know that if you're in the business of comparing yourself with other people or competing with other people -barring sports and the like -…
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Serena Williams engaged to Reddit co-founder, Alexis Ohanian
Tennis star, Serena Williams has announced her engagement to co-founder of Reddit, Alexis Ohanian. Williams, made the announcement on Thursday in form of a poem. “I came home. A little late.…
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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 29th of December
Read the full stories and analyses here now!
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Abia Assembly impeaches speaker, appoints successor
Members of the Abia state House of Assembly have impeached their speaker, Martins Azubuike. The former speaker had survived four impeachment attempts after he reportedly fell out of favour with…
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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. 1. ‘Kill everybody you can kill’- Wike to Fayose during a post-election phone call (LISTEN) Rivers governor, Nyseom Wike was recorded telling…
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The Sexuality Blog: Reuben Abati spends a day with the gay community in Nigeria
Gay people in Nigeria sat to listen when Dr. Reuben Abati delivered the keynote address at this year’s special event on “Human Rights, Sexuality and the Law”, an annual symposium…
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The Thread: Stop lying DJ Cuppy, 2016 has been your year
2016 has been the year of the anti-establishment, the year of Nigeria's economic recession, the year when everything literally went to shit - even for the bigwigs. Cue DJ Cuppy,…
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Adekunle Gold, Tiwa Savage, Wizkid thrill fans at Pepsi Rhythm Unplugged [PHOTOS]
If you didn’t attend the 2016 Pepsi Rhythm Unplugged, then YOU MISSED OUT! Aside from the amazing, jaw dropping, life getting performances by the announced performers, the producers behind the…
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Macwrites launches the Adamawa Quiz Debate Contest in the North-east
Come the 25th – 28th of January 2017, The Spelling Bee Challenge, the educational promotion initiative administered by Macwrites, will hold the Adamawa State education space in grandeur with the…
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Olamide, Korede Bello, Akpororo, Bovi, Simi, others set for Alibaba’s #January1stConcert
Mavin signed artists Reekado Banks and Korede Bello alongside Harry Song, Bovi, Akpororo, AY Makun, Simi, Waje, Chidinma, Omawumi and a host of others have joined the star-studded line-up of…
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Navy raids 23 illegal refineries in Delta
The Nigerian Navy says it has raided 23 illegal refineries. Director of Information, Rear Admiral Christian Ezekobe, who said this on Thursday added that 47 stowaways were also arrested. The statement…
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Rice seized by Customs was contaminated, not plastic – NAFDAC
The National Agency for Food Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), says the rice seized by men of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) was contaminated and not plastic rice as purported…
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Dokun Olumofin: Married women get off social media or lose your husbands
by Dokun Olumofin As an active user of social media, I have observed that some married women have been over doing it with social media especially Instagram and Snapchat. They…
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Olamide shines bright as #OLIC3 shuts down Lagos again [PHOTOS]
Over 7,000 people besieged the Eko Hotels Convention Centre yesterday to witness the third installment of the Olamide Live in Concert, tagged OLIC 3. With tickets sold out twenty-four hours…
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The Media Blog: The fall of NaijaGistLive has been spectacular to behold
Who would have thought? A news story on a major canadian network about a Nigerian gossip blog? But, it happened. We watched. With caution. Same way we did when we heard…
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Nigerian Army dismisses new Shekau video
The Nigerian Army has dismissed a video allegedly released by leader of the Boko Haram sect, Abubakar Shekau. In a statement by its spokesman, Brigadier General Sani Kukasheka Usman, the Army…
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Woman murders son, kills self after posting suicide note on Facebook
A Caucasian woman, Sheri Shermeyer on Monday, murdered her son, killed herself few moments after posting a suicide note on social media platform, Facebook. In the emotional-ladened post, Shermeryer decried…
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“DSS should move to Ekiti Govt. House to record live conversations,” Fayose reacts to leaked audio
Ekiti governor Ayodele Fayose has accused the Department of State Services (DSS) of doctoring a phone conversation between him and governor of Rivers, Nyesom Wike, The Guardian reports. Earlier on…
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Sex extortion: Sisters apologise to billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola (WATCH)
Canadian sisters, Jyoti And Kiran Matharoo accused of engaging in sex extortion and cyberbullying of wealthy Nigerians have apologised to billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola. The two allegedly recorded conversations and sexual…
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‘God has put them to shame…’ | Richard Mofe-Damijo pens heartfelt anniversary message to his wife
Nollywood icon, Richard Mofe Damijo has penned a heartfelt message to his wife, Jumobi. In a message celebrating their 16th wedding anniversary, RMD thanked Jumobi for keeping him grounded all…
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Presidency debunks report on board appointments
The Senior Special assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Malam Garba Shehu has dismissed reports in the media that President Muhammadu Buhari will make board appointments in January.…
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Pres. Buhari cancels visit to Bauchi
President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday canceled his visit to Bauchi State for the second time. The President had earlier been expected to commission the Nigeria Air Force Hospital built at…
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Tekno named in Billboard’s list of 10 hip-hop, R&B artists to watch in 2017
Pop singer, Tekno has been named in the U.S. Billboard 10 Hip-Hop and R&B artists to watch in 2017. Tekno's inclusion makes him another Nigerian artiste to be named in…
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How KICC lost $5m to ponzi scheme
Kingsway International Christian Centre (KICC), pastored by Matthew Ashimolowo has lost $4.8 million to a Ponzi scheme. According to reports, the scam was initiated by a former premier league soccer…
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UPDATED: Shekau appears in new video, debunks Sambisa capture report
Abubakar Shekau, leader of terrorist group, Boko Haram has appeared in a new video dismissing a claim by the Nigerian Army that it has taken over the sect's stronghold in…
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Afam Ade-Odiache: Bravery is not in the eye of the beholder [NEW VOICES]
I’ve started to think about what bravery is. Everyone knows the rational expectations of the definition of bravery. It’s the soldier in the front lines who puts his life on…
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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