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Day: 15 March 2017
Opinion: Fulani herdsmen- Perhaps it’s time to break the pact
By Usha Anenga A few years ago, a church had reason to change its doctrine concerning marriage and divorce. For decades, the church had upheld and taught that marriage was…
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Opinion: Governor Ambode, Minister Fashola and the nation’s economic capital
by Eniola Opeyemi “In our personal ambitions we are individualists. But in our seeking for economic and political progress as a nation, we all go up or else all go…
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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 15th of March
Read the full stories and analyses here, here and here now!
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It will be morally wrong for Buhari to nominate Magu again – Ozekhome
Human rights lawyer, Mike Ozekhome (SAN), has it will be morally wrong for President Muhammadu Buhari to nominate Ibrahim Magu as Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission for…
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Adultery allegation against Apostle Suleman, a high level conspiracy – Fayose
Ekiti state Governor, Ayodele Fayose has described as conspiracy adultery allegation against Apostle Johnson Suleman of the Omega Power Ministry. In a statement by his Special Assistant on Public Communications…
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The Thread: This Magu saga is a national disgrace; why did Buhari nominate him at all?
The Senate's rejection of Ibrahim Magu has Nigerians shaking their heads in wonder. Is the presidency setting Magu up as a pawn? Is it that the presidency is not satisfied…
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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 PRESIDES OVER FIRST FEC MEETING AFTER RESUMPTION President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday presided over the meeting of the Federal…
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Magu: Saraki urges Buhari to send another nominee
Senate President, Bukola Saraki has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to send the name of another nominee for the position of Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Saraki…
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The Thread: Conspiracy theories surrounding Magu’s rejection
The Senate has for the second time rejected Ibrahim Magu as EFCC Chairman. Nnnnnnnnnnnn
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Reps seek to remove president’s power to appoint EFCC chairman
The House of Representatives on Wednesday started the process to amend the EFCC Act, 2004. Four consolidated bills seeking to further empower the commission, passed second reading at a session…
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Troops rescue 5000 hostages from Boko Haram in Cameroon
Cameroon said its troops had rescued 5,000 civilian “hostages” from Boko Haram terrorists in a cross-border operation that left scores of jihadists dead. Spokesman of the Cameroonian government, Issa Tchiroma…
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[The Presidential blog] Apparently, even President Buhari gets the “Lai” joke
Today, President Buhari presided over the weekly Federal Executive Council meeting for the first time in 7 weeks -after his return from his long medical vacation in the United Kingdom.…
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The Thread: How my security guard was having sex in my bedroom
Wonders will never ever end in this world. How a person who is paid to secure a home will end up turning his employers home into a sex dungeon beats…
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Senate rejection will not deter me from fighting corruption – Magu
by Azeez Adeniyi Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim, Magu has said he would continue to fight corruption. The Senate had on Wednesday rejected his…
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FG allows helicopters into Abuja airport
by Azeez Adeniyi The Federal Government has allowed helicopter companies to provide shuttle services from Kaduna to Abuja following the temporary closure of the Nnamdi Azikwe International Airport, Abuja. The…
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BET sends a very confusing birthday message to Olamide… and Nigerians react accordingly
LOL! We do not want to take this too seriously because we believe it is a honest mistake from a half-asleep or maybe even lazy social media guy at the…
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Hollywood star, Ben Affleck undergoes treatment for alcoholism
Hollywood star, Ben Affleck has announced that he has undergone treatment for alcoholism. In a Facebook post on Wednesday, Affleck said the treatment was the first of many steps taken…
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The Thread: Does Nigeria really have a future?
Let's face it. Nigeria has too many issues. Onye Nkuzi (@cchukudebelu) has picked apart one of them. Do see below: *Sigh*
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The Film Blog: So there’s a trailer for Kunle Afolayan’s latest film
And it looks like a hit in the making. Sure, The CEO left us with reservations about Afolayan, and we have no idea what Omugwo will end up like (quality-wise, at…
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Stop deducting from our salaries | ASUU tells FG
by Azeez Adeniyi The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has asked the Federal Government to stop deducting from their salaries. Coordinator, ASUU Akure Zone, Dr. Alex Odiyi said this…
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When was the last time anything took over Nigerian pop culture like #BBNaija?
That's really the only way to put it. These past few weeks and the various scandals on the show have confirmed to us that it really doesn't matter what anyone…
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Ibrahim Magu thinks Fayose is a senator, and 6 other bizarre revelations from today’s shocking confirmation hearing
Acting chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu has just undergone a very uncomfortable, long and gruelling (for Magu, especially) confirmation hearing session at the National…
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Angry Ugandan traders dump 37 coffins at Synagogue Church
Some angry traders have abandoned 37 coffins at the premises of The Synagogue Church of all Nations in Kampala, Uganda. The traders were protesting the blocking of drainage channels in…
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Boko Haram struggling to remain relevant – Army
The Nigerian Army has said terrorists group, Boko Haram is trying to remind relevant at all cost. Deputy Director of Army Public Relation Col. Onyema Nwanchukwu said this in a…
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I will serve Kogi with my modest wealth of experience – Mercy Johnson
by Azeez Adeniyi Nollywood actress, Mercy Johnson-Okojie has said she would serve the people of Kogi state with the modest wealth of experience she has garnered over the years. Mercy…
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[The Legislative Blog]: On Magu’s rejection | Did the Senate just lie to Nigerians?
Acting EFCC Chairman, Ibrahim Magu has just completed his screening before the Senate and after a brief deliberation and majority vote, the Eighth Assembly has again rejected his nomination as…
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#BBNaija: Why people will vote endlessly for TBoss – Uti Nwachukwu
Former Big Brother Africa winner, Uti Nwachukwu has said people will vote massively for Big Brother Naija housemate, TBoss. He said this while reacting to an incomplete video where TBoss…
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Woman demands N250m from Army over alleged soldiers’ brutality
by Azeez Adeniyi Ruth Orji, a woman allegedly brutalized by soldiers in Ikorodu area of Lagos has sued the Nigerian Army as well as perpetrators of the purported act. Orji…
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BREAKING: Again, Senate rejects Magu as EFCC chairman
The Senate on Wednesday rejected the nomination of Ibrahim Magu as the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for the second time. The DSS had written had…
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Six people confirmed dead in fresh suicide attacks in Maiduguri
by Azeez Adeniyi The Borno Police Command on Wednesday confirmed the death of five persons after an attack by four suicide bombers in Usmanti village near Muna Garage in Maiduguri.…
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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