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No one harmed in INEC headquarter’s fire – Director
by Dolapo Adelana The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) said no life or sensitive materials was lost at the fire outbreak that occurred at the commission headquarters on Monday in…
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Trump’s son-in-law to testify in Russian investigation
By Itunuoluwa Adebo Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump's son-in-law has volunteered to speak to the Senate Intelligence Committee as part of its investigation into Russia meddling in the US election.…
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Court orders seizure of copies of Omoni Oboli’s Okafor’s law
by Dolapo Adelana A Federal High Court in Lagos has issued an Anton Piller order, directing the seizure of “Okafor’s Law”, a film directed by Nollywood Producer, Omoni Oboli, the News Agency…
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Nigerian drugdealing ‘student’ writes a fictional piece that helps police to track and arrest him
by Dolapo Adelana A Nigerian man, Chukwuemeka Okparaeke has found himself in hot water with authorities in the United States. Okparaeke who deals in drugs would be arraigned in court…
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President or Golfer-in-Chief of the United States?
by Itunuoluwa Adebo President Trump headed once again to one of his golf courses again Sunday, making it his 13th visit to a golf course since becoming president. Though his…
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I am not involved in any certificate scandal – Jonathan
by Azeez Adeniyi Former President Goodluck Jonathan has said he is not involved in any certificate scandal. In a statement issued in Abuja on Monday by Jonathan’s Media Adviser, Ikechukwu…
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INEC headquarters gutted by fire
by Dolapo Adelana Fire on Monday gutted the National Headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Abuja, The Punch reports. According to an official of the commission, the fire started…
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[The Legislative Blog]: Dance of victory or shame? We’re not sure what Dino Melaye is doing (WATCH)
Senator Dino Melaye was vindicated at a Senate committee hearing earlier on Monday. The Vice Chancellor of Ahmadu Bello University, Ibrahim Garba appeared before the Senate Ethics Committee and declared…
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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversations today
by Dolapo Adelana These are the top five stories that drove conversations today. 1. Obasanjo’s former wife files suit to stop her son’s wedding A wife of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Mrs…
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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 27th of March
Read the full stories and analyses here, here and here now!
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The Media Blog: The trailer for Red TV’s Inspector K is the best thing you’ll see today
Look at Red TV, proving us wrong yet again. Special props for that "zoom out" bit. We can't wait to see the full thing.
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#BBNaija: Debie-Rise, TBoss, Marvis and Bally up for possible eviction after a heated nomination process
We looked forward to today's nomination process and it came with the fire we knew it would bring. Biggie had allowed the housemates the opportunity to conspire for this week's…
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Just In: Customs impounds 13 vehicles from Kano senator
by Dolapo Adelana The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has impounded thirteen vehicles belong to a Kano senator. The compliance task force zonal commander, Bala Dole, who made this known on Monday…
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Magu to sue The Sun Newspaper, denies owning houses in Maitama
by Dolapo Adelana The acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu, has denied owning any house or houses in the Maitama area of Abuja. Reacting…
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Never again will terrorists occupy any part of Nigeria – Buhari
by Dolapo Adelana President Muhammadu Buhari has said, the nation's territory will never be occupied by terrorists again. The President made the vow on Monday when he declared the 2017…
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Ayo Sogunro: What to teach the children
by Ayo Sogunro We should teach the children History, because we cannot determine our destinations if we do not know our origins. We should teach children what we know of…
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Obasanjo’s former wife files suit to stop her son’s wedding
by Dolapo Adelana A wife of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Mrs Taiwo Obasanjo, has filed a suit seeking to stop the wedding of her son, Olujonwo Obasanjo. The suit, with no.…
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We have authentic records to prove that Dino couldn’t have graduated – Sowore insists
by Dolapo Adelana Omoyele Sowore, publisher of online news medium, Sahara Reporters has insisted that records prove that Senator Dino Melaye did not graduate from the Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.…
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Trump points finger at Freedom Caucus for failure of TrumpCare
By Itunuoluwa Adebo President Trump pointed fingers Sunday to the conservative interest groups and far-right Republican lawmakers as the reasons his effort to overhaul the health-care system failed, shifting culpability…
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Magu is a man of integrity – Ozekhome
by Dolapo Adelana A senior advocate of Nigeria, Mike Ozekhome, (SAN), has said acting chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu, is a man of integrity. Ozekhome,…
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Theatre review: Moremi is a tale as old as time
by Wilfred Okiche Park Theatre, the weekly theatre initiative at Freedom Park, Lagos played host to Crown Troupe of Africa for the month of March. On the weekend of 25th…
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I will resign if Abuja airport is not ready in 6 weeks – Aviation minister
by Dolapo Adelana The Minister of State for Aviation, Senator Hadi Sirika, has said he would resign if the ongoing repair of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (NAIA) runway was…
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SUV scandal: We must guard the Senate against those who wish to rubbish the institution – Saraki
by Dolapo Adelana Senate President, Bukola Saraki has said the upper legislative chamber should not allow itself to be rubbished for political reasons. The Senate president said this on Monday when he…
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We sold bulletproof SUV to National Assembly, not Saraki – Car dealer
by Dolapo Adelana Lanre Shittu, the car dealer in the fake car documents scandal involving Senate President, Bukola Saraki has said the bulletproof Range Rover car was sold to the…
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The Thread: What you need to know in the event of a rape incident
Rape is still a very sensitive subject in Nigeria. People are more comfortable avoiding the subject than addressing it. This is a thread detailing the first line of action, should…
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UPDATE: “I am not an importer…” | Saraki denies fake SUV documents allegations
by Dolapo Adelana Senate President, Bukola Saraki has denied any knowledge of the fake documents for a Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) bought in his name. scandal Saraki, who appeared before…
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The Thread: Why Ambode’s campaign against the poor will cost Lagos more
A few weeks ago, the fishing settlement of Otodo Gbame was razed by the Lagos state government and about 4,700 persons lost their home in one night. This was done…
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BREAKING: Bukola Saraki appears before Senate Ethics committee over SUV scandal
by Dolapo Adelana Senate President, Bukola Saraki has appeared before the Senate Committee on Ethics and Privileges over the alleged use of fake documents to clear his Range Rover SUV.…
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Buhari orders Navy to protect Nigeria’s waterways
by Dolapo Adelana The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, on Monday briefed President Muhammadu Buhari on the security situation in the country. Ibas, who spoke with…
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BREAKING: Convicted ex-Adamawa governor, Ngilari granted bail
by Dolapo Adelana Former governor of Adamawa, James Bala Ngilari has been granted bail on health ground, Vanguard reports. Ngilari was convicted on March 06, 2017 to five years imprisonment without an…
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The September Standard
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- 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