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Day: 23 January 2017
Today’s Noisemakers: LAUTECH, Donald Trump, Bisi Alimi and others
Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social matters,…
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Gambian President Barrow announces Jammeh’s ex-minister as Vice-President
Gambian President Adama Barrow has appointed an ex-minister to former President Yahya Jammeh as Vice President. Barrow appointed Fatoumata Jallow-Tambajang, a former health minister Jallow-Tambajang had persuaded all the opposition…
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Tracker: Efe is the first Head of House, Gifty’s confusing accent + other highlights from #BBNaija
Today is the official day 1 at the Big Brother Naija House and the biggest highlight was the emergence of everybody's (well, almost everybody) favourite contestant as the first Head…
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JUST IN: LAUTECH announces resumption after 8 months strike
The management Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) has announced that the institution will resume studies on January 27 after being closed down for over 8 months. The closure of…
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Tonto Dikeh shares laboratory results to debunk drug addiction rumours
Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh-Churchhill has released the result of her drug test, proving she was not under the influence of narcotics while breastfeeding. This was as a result of allegations…
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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 23rd of January
Read the full stories and analyses here now!
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Understanding the Nigerian Army’s statement on the arrest of Dapo Olorunyomi of Premium Times
Earlier today, the Nigerian Army did something that would on the surface appear to have exonerated them from the allegations of trying to silence the Press. They released this statement. Following…
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FG releases N72bn for construction of Lagos-Ibadan rail line
Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi on Monday said the Federal Government has released N72bn for the construction of the Lagos-Ibadan mordernisation railway project. Amaechi said this at the Second Presidential…
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EFCC pressurised me to implicate Jonathan – former aide
A former Senior Special Assistant to ex-President Gooluck Jonathan on Domestic Affairs, Dr. Waripamo-Owei Dudafa, has said he was “tormented” by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Dudafa, who…
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No immunity deal for Yahya Jammeh – Barrow
Former Gambian leader, Yahya Jammeh, has not been granted immunity, according to a member of Adama Barrow's coalition. Mai Fatty, an executive member of the coalition said Barrow rejected a…
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We have buried 236 people after accidental bombing of IDPs camp – official
Chairman of Kala-Balge Local Government Area of Borno State, Babagana Malarima has said 234 people have been buried since an Air Force jet mistakenly bombed an Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs)…
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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. Buhari appeals to Senate for Magu’s confirmation as EFCC chairman President Muhammadu Buhari has written to the Senate, urging the…
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Donald Trump promises to cut corporate taxes, regulations
U.S President Donald Trump on Monday promised to cut corporate taxes and regulations. Trump said this met with a dozen prominent American manufacturers at the White House. He however threatened…
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Open letter to Governor Abiola Ajimobi
by Stephen Chukwumah Dear Governor Ajimobi, I came across a video of you admonishing students in your State who came to you in frustration seeking a solution to the…
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Chibok girls: We should be partners, FG tells BBOG
The Federal Government has asked the Bring Back Our Girls group (BBOG) to stop seeing the government as an adversary but rather a partner in securing the release of the…
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Opinion: A closer look at Dalung’s 2017 budget for the Nigerian youth
by Adesina Tosin Nathaniel Budget presentation by the Executive arm of government before the Parliament has become an annual ritual in Nigeria. On the day set aside for this…
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30 police officers sue Buhari, police over ‘influenced’ retirement
Thirty senior police officers have challenged their retirement in 2016 at the National Industrial Court, Abuja. The officers are insisting that their retirement was 'influenced'. They are asking the court…
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Thought Experiment: So what if Buhari had actually died?
Disclaimer: We are not one of those who wish any ill-luck on President Buhari. Spare us and just hear us out. Last week, there were rumours flying around following President Muhammadu…
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House of Reps condemns N145 fuel pump price
The House of Representatives on Monday described as "fraudulent" the current pricing template set for premium motor spirit by the Petroleum Products Price Regulatory Agency. According to the lawmakers, Nigerians…
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FG to launch free healthcare programme in Niger Delta
Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Usani Usani has said the Federal Government will begin a free healthcare intervention scheme in the nine oil producing states as from next month. Usani…
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#Impact365: Goldfish Initiative is providing education to children in the poorest parts of Nigeria
There's an increasingly large population of Nigerian children who do not have access to education and are constantly being ignored by the government and until recently, most parts of the…
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Opinion: A wedding in America and the reception in Nigeria
by Osuchukwu Mark Anthony. "Few days to Mr Trump's inauguration, Biafrans decided to celebrate Trump's victory and swearing in on the streets of Nigeria wielding Biafran flags of different…
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Ezinne Ukoha: Trump won the presidency, but he lost America (And that’s great news)
by Ezinne Ukoha Donald Trump has been sworn in as the 45th President of the United States of America. The so-called peaceful transition of power has essentially taken place and…
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Court to hear suit against Magu as EFCC chairman February 13
A Federal High Court in Lagos has fixed the hearing of a suit filed against chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu, challenging his continued stay…
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Sultan of Sokoto, Northern governors meet over Southern Kaduna crisis
The Sultan of Sokoto, Sa'ad Abubakar on Monday met with governors and traditional rulers in the North over the Southern Kaduna crisis. While speaking at the opening ceremony on Monday at…
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The Thread: Is this so called comedian actually justifying rape?
There is a multitude of ludicrous things one comes across on the internet, but this takes the cake. What's doubly vexing is that this is packaged and sold as comedy. What…
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Buhari appeals to Senate for Magu’s confirmation as EFCC chairman
President Muhammadu Buhari has written to the Senate, urging the lawmakers to confirm Ibrahim Magu as the chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The letter which was…
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Profile: Abiola Ajimobi’s long history of behaving badly
by Wilfred Okichie It was the video seen around the world. On Friday 13, January, a disturbing video made its way to the Internet. The Executive Governor of Oyo state,…
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Farooq Kperogi: Princes, not Kings, are called “His Royal Highness”
In this week’s column, based on requests from readers, I explain why the popular Nigerian English “His Royal Highness” is strange to English speakers outside Nigeria. I also explain why…
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Madonna defends ‘blowing up the White House’ comment
Singer Madonna has defended her comment at the Women’s March in Washington, D.C., where she said she had thought about “blowing up the White House.’’ The pop singer has however said she…
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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