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#BBNaija: Housemates play a very intense kissing game and receive a guest from past BBA + more highlights
We could actually just attach all the photos and videos from today's show and move on feeling satisfied that we've done a roundup. Most of the action and entertainment in…
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Opinion: Is The N5000 stipend a necessity?
by Otolorin Olabode Would the N5000 be enough for the poor? Would it serve its purpose and live up to its promises? Or would it go down like other investment programmes…
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Today’s Noisemakers: Maje Ayida, Toke Makinwa, Mugabe, #BBNaija’s Gifty’s ‘boyfriend’ 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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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 3rd of February
Read the full stories and analyses here now!
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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. “WE ARE ABSOLUTELY NOT AGAINST IT” | PRESIDENCY DENIES OPPOSING PLANNED PROTEST Senior Special Adviser to the Vice President, Laolu…
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[The Presidential Blog] No lie, this Minister of information is just tired of all these
At this point, this is just unfair. The burden of defending his government may have started kicking in. He's had to deal with silly Nigerians wishing their president dead all…
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I was also rumoured to have died 12 times – Obasanjo
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has described those wishing President Muhammadu Buhari dead as callous. Obasanjo said this in a statement issued by his media aide, Kehinde Akinyemi, in Abeokuta on…
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Dakota Johnson and Rita Ora stun at the premiere of Fifty Shades Darker
Rita Ora (Mia Grey) in her dress for Giambattista Valli’s Spring 2017 Couture collection and Dakota Johnson (Anastacia S…
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US slaps Iran with fresh sanctions after missile tests
The United States has hit Iran with fresh sanctions on Friday for recent ballistic missile tests and its support for Yemen’s Houthi rebels. Trump had earlier sanctioned companies and individuals…
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About 50 percent of news online is fake – Lai Mohammed
Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed has said the amount of fake news and misinformation in the country can bring it down. The minister stated this on Friday in…
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Economic Recovery Plan to be launched in February – FG
The Ministry of Budget and National Planning has said the National Economic Recovery Growth Plan will be ready before the end of February. Akpandem James, the Media Adviser to the…
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READ: Aso Rock statement on meeting between Acting President Osinbajo and Food Security Task Force
Acting President Yemi Osinbajo on Friday met behind closed doors with members of the Presidential Task Force on the rising cost of food items in Nigeria. The meeting, which took…
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The Thread: “We live under a state of repression and tyranny”
The opposition flung at the February protest got many wondering what sort of state Nigeria really is. Here is @gidimeister's thoughts: So sad.
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Opinion: Why Nigerian property prices are still not coming down in this recession
by Bolarinwa Durojaiye The What Drive around the Osapa/Idado/Chevron axis of the Lekki-Epe expressway and you will not fail to notice one thing: Construction activities are going on full swing,…
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“We are absolutely not against it” | Presidency denies opposing planned protest
Senior Special Adviser to the Vice President, Laolu Akande has said the Buhari government was not in the business of countering protest. He said this on ChannelsTV while speaking on…
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‘DSS seal CoreTV office, cart away equipment’
Operatives of the Department of State Security on Friday stormed the Abuja office of CoreTV, a cable and satelite broadcaster, carting away broadcasting and other related equipment, Premium Times reports.…
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The Thread: Femi Kuti clears the air on his protest comments
Another day, another controversy. This one involving 2Baba and the son of afrobeat music legend, Fela Kuti. A video was circulated on social media showing Femi Kuti at the shrine…
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WATCH: ‘4th Decade’ explores what it’s like for Nigerians turning 30
There is something about the 4th Decade of our lives – that period from the day we turn 30 to the last day of 39. In this project, 6 Nigerians share…
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Police arrest 5 suspects allegedly planning to attack Southern Kaduna
The Police in Kaduna State said it has arrested 5 suspects allegedly planning to attack a remote area in Southern Kaduna. Commissioner of Police, Mr. Agyole Abbey, made the disclosure…
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TECHnically: Olalekan Baruwa takes us through the tricky world of mobile application development
Baruwa Olalekan is probably the synonym you are looking for to properly describe the passionate, pragmatic pursuit of a single-minded vision. So we'll just use his name since that may…
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Zimbabweans to donate 150 cows for Pres. Mugabe’s birthday
Zimbabweans have reportedly been urged to donate at least 150 cattle towards President Robert Mugabe's 93rd birthday celebrations later this month. Over the past years, the long time ruler has…
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BREAKING: Ibori appears before UK Court for confiscation trial
Former Governor of Delta state, James Ibori is currently appearing before a UK court for his confiscation trial, TheCable reports. If found guilty, Ibori might forfeit his assets, worth about…
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“The constitution has given us that authority” | Police commissioner continues to oppose protests
The Lagos State Police Commissioner, Fatai Owoseni has explained why the planned February 6 protest led by 2face cannot be allowed to hold. In a chat with LIB, Owoseni said…
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“What kind of stupid protest is that?” | Femi Kuti rails against 2face’s planned protests (WATCH)
Femi Kuti, eldest son of legend Fela Kuti has said he is not in support of 2face's nationwide protest slated for Monday, February 6. While performing at the Afrika Shrine,…
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Tit-for-tat: Iran denies US wrestling team visas
Iran on Friday denied an American wrestling team visas after Donald Trump barred 7 predominantly Muslim countries for the US. “Considering the policies adopted by the new US administration, the…
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Cheta Nwanze: Blessed are the peacemakers
by Cheta Nwanze I feel good having averted some bloodshed today. So what happened? I won’t put the names, since they are at some level my kin, and they’ve…
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The Thread: Oby Ezekwesili takes the Federal Government to school | #IStandWithNigeria
It is looking like this subject will continue to gain traction till February 6th comes and goes. As the debate rages on the legality/illegality of the Lagos police putting a…
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Get yourself a customs uniform, Senate orders Hameed Ali
The senate committee on customs and excise duties on Thursday questioned Hameed Ali for not wearing the uniform of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) to show his designation as comptroller-general…
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Critics of my policies are professional anarchists, thugs – Trump
US President Donald Trump has described those against his policies as “professional anarchists,” “thugs” and “paid protesters”. Trump said those who criticise his policiesbhave only confirmed the reasons Americans voted…
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#Impact365: SmileCare Initiative has been putting eternal smiles on faces through the spreading of the gospel
In a world that has become increasingly overrun with hate and the gospel of Jesus Christ has been trampled upon and exploited by even religious organisations, this NGO is determined…
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The September Standard
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- Ugoccie: Where Afrocentricity Meets Street Style
- 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
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
- RED CARPET! Amstel Malta at 30: A Sleek Celebration of Style and Legacy!
- Ugoccie: Where Afrocentricity Meets Street Style
- 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
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