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Day: 2 August 2017
The Thread: “It is vulgar and degrading” | Americans come for Nigerians over our culture
It all started with Wale the rapper, who sprayed money on his daughter during her birthday. Americans got mad but Wale's not about to apologise for his heritage. In…
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Today’s Noisemakers: Neymar, Gary Lineker, Japheth Omojuwa and others
Every day, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social matters, etc. Sometimes, they are…
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FG mandates foreign professionals to get Nigerian certification
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Wednesday approved a new policy that requires foreign professionals to be registered and certified by all the necessary regulatory bodies to practice in Nigeria.…
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Insiders: The current generation of artistes are all about money and petty fights so they would never match up to Fela
It's been twenty years since legendary Nigerian musician, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti passed on but that his music and the powerful messages that they carry remain relevant cannot be overstated. Fela was…
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The Thread: You’re ruining your friendships if you’re doing any of these things
All round entrepreneur, Japheth Omojuwa, has a lot to say about friendship today. And it bears listening to. So if you're one of those who are taking your friends for…
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Nigerian military unable to hold territories recovered – US
The US Department of State has said the Nigerian military has been unable to hold on to territories regained by the multinational joint task force (MNJTF). In its 2016 report…
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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversation today
These are the top five stories that drove conversation today. WE’RE STILL REVIEWING OUR POSITION ON THE QUIT NOTICE TO IGBOS – AREWA YOUTH The leadership of Arewa Youth Consultative…
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The Thread: “There’s no success without failure” | All the reasons why failure is a good thing
Success is always desired and celebrated, and that's quite alright. What about success' inlaw, failure? Are there things that failure brings to the table? Ozoz, Chef extraordinaire of Nigerian cuisine…
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N’Delta elders ultimatum to FG selfish, unpatriotic – Group
The Niger Delta People’s Congress has faulted the November 1 ultimatum given by the Chief Edwin Clark-led Pan Niger Delta Forum to the Federal Government. The group’s Convener, Chief Mike…
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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 2nd of August
Follow these links to read our cover stories and analyses on YNaija today:
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[The Presidential Blog] Read all about Aisha Buhari’s commitment to breastfeeding
While Nigerians have begun betting on how soon President Buhari will return to the country, his wife, Aisha Buhari is betting on something entirely different -Nigeria's commitment to "advancing breastfeeding…
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Corruption in the military has weakened fight against Boko Haram – Fayose
Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose says the United States “Country Report on Terrorism 2016” and the Transparency International Report has confirmed his statement that the Federal Government lied about defeating…
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“When life hands you crap, don’t negotiate — Navigate” | 5 things we learned from Lynn Knight’s article
Lynn Knight tells it straight: "Life is bound to hand you crap, it’s inevitable, accept it. Life will not negotiate with you, either— because it’s not designed to and it…
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Don’t get stranded! Paycode has got You!
Chioma was on her way to the office on one of those hectic Monday mornings. Just at the exit of Third Mainland Bridge, she noticed the funny sound and shaky…
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Femi Fani-Kayode: This is Buhari’s miserable legacy
by Femi Fani-Kayode "Boko Haram back in full force and have hit Adamawa today. Fulani herdsmen killing innocent people all over the country. Security agencies killing with impunity and committing…
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The Thread: The absolute dumb shit White folks believe about Black people
News flash: We are still light years away from the end of racism, never mind the Emancipation Proclamation of 1863 and all the progress that has been made in the…
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APC is not trying to leave a legacy of failure, are they?
by Tosin Adesina According to Wikipedia, legacy is defined as "something transmitted by or received from an ancestor or predecessor or from the past". The major aim of individuals in…
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We must stop hate speeches – Osinbajo
Acting president Yemi Osinbajo has said hate speeches does not equal freedom of expression. He spoke on Wednesday at a national security seminar on ‘Unity in Diversity’ organized by the…
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How to keep your vocabulary woke with these 7 words
It’s hard to go a week without a new word or phrase being born on Twitter. Regardless of your generation, new slang is tricky to pick up on. So, with…
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The house has fallen: 5 things southwest governors have neglected
by Tosin Adesina Bayo Adeyinka in an open letter expressed his anger at the south west Governors in his recent widely circulated article titled "Dear Southwest Governors, this house has…
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Lagos will become Africa’s third largest economy before I die – Obasanjo
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has said Lagos will become Africa's third largest economy in a short time. Obasanjo made this known at the book launch of a book titled, “Making…
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Trump signs Russia Sanctions bill into law
President Trump has signed the bill imposing new sanctions into law Wednesday, according to Reuters. Last week, U.S. Congress voted with an overwhelming margin of 98-2 to punish the Russian…
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[The Sexuality Blog] Aren’t we tired of equating sex and sexual minorities with HIV?
This morning on Twitter, the conversation - as it is wont to - roved on to sexual minorities. Trans people in particular, have been the focus on many twitter arguments,…
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Where is James Comey? | We miss the only “wray” of sunshine since Trump’s dark Presidency
Now that President Donald Trump has a new Chief at the FBI in Christopher Wray, at whose confirmation U.S Senators expressed hope in turning a new page, filled with sunshine…
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Lai Mohammed threatens to sue PMAN over alleged property theft
Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed has threatened to sue the Performing Musician Employers Association of Nigeria (PMAN) for accusing him of intellectual theft. PMAN had claimed that the recent creative…
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In whose interest are the National Assembly making those laws?
by Tosin Adesina The recent happenings at the National Assembly in Abuja, Nigeria, has called to question the role that Arm of Government is playing and whose interest is being…
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Gabrielle Union is launching her clothing line in days and these 8 looks will prep you for it
Hollywood sweetheart and star of Being Mary Jane, Gabrielle Union announced via Instagram on Tuesday that she has design…
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Farooq Kperogi: What angry Nigerians are getting wrong about the National Assembly’s legislative immunity bill
by Farooq Kperogi A lot of ignorant social media commentators are beating up on the Nigerian Senate for passing “Bill Number 8,” which grants legislative immunity to members of the…
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Nigeria’s huge infrastructural deficit: Public Private Partnership to the rescue
by Tosin Adesina "The nation has a huge infrastructure deficit for which we require foreign capital and expertise to supplement whatever resources we can marshal at home. In essence, increased…
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Constitution amendment: We have learnt from past mistakes – Saraki
Senate President Bukola Saraki has said the efforts to amend the 1999 Constitution wi succeed this time. Saraki said this when he featured on the News Agency of Nigeria Forum…
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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
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