Day: 11 August 2017

[The Legislative Blog]: Kwara lawmakers just found another way of wasting taxpayers’ money

At their session on Friday, members of the Kwara state House of Assembly resolved that the best way to curb the spate of kidnappings and ritual killings in the state…

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Today’s Noisemakers: Leah Harding, Joyce Odukoya, F.Shaw and others

  1 Leah Harding President Buhari's continued absence has caught the attention of foreign journalists, which means the world is monitoring what Nigeria is doing about the situation. After her…

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President Uhuru Kenyatta announced winner of Kenya election

Kenya's President Uhuru Kenyatta has been declared the winner of the just concluded Presidential election. The country's electoral commission announced that Kenyatta, won 54.3% of votes, ahead of his rival,…

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We promise you, this thread will give you life

When there's so much katakata in the country and commotion on TwitterNg, it's nice to find a post that bears none of those trademarks; a post so inspiring, it fills…

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Why there has been no coup in Nigeria since 1999 – Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has said there has been no coup in Nigeria because he retired some top military officer during his administration. Obasanjo had retired at least 93 military…

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Enjoy your summer with FirstBank Dollar denominated cards

This summer promises to be an exciting one for holiday makers with FirstBank’s bouquet of Dollar denominated cards.  Convenience, security, flexibility and improved spend are the key defining features of…

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“If integrity means anything to Buhari, he would have resigned after 30 days” | Insiders speak on #ResumeOrResign protests

“Nigerians have the right to protest. It is an essential part of democracy. While I sympathize with the President, the nation is much bigger than any individual. The President should…

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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 11th of August

Follow these links to read our cover stories and analyses on YNaija:

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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. 1. “BY DIVINE INTERVENTION, BUHARI UNEXPECTEDLY GOT ELECTED” – GARBA SHEHU The senior special assistant to the president on media and…

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Two thoughts on the Police being your friend

by Alexander O. Onukwue It’s probably going to still take a while before the Nigerian Police will become our friends. Think about it: they won’t let you embark on a…

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Igbo hate song trending on social media despicable – Ohanaeze

Igbo cultural group, Ohanaeze Ndigbo has said the anti-Igbo song circulating in the North was a declaration of war. The group accused the Federal Government of bias, stating that it…

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Guam teaches its citizen how to prepare for a nuclear attack

by Adedotun Michael Guam, the US border town on the threat of an attack by North Korea, has taken a bold step to prepare for a possible attack. Officials from…

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Buhari has redeemed his pledges, contrary to social media lies – Lai Mohammed

Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed has said President Muhammadu Buhari has redeemed his promises, contrary to reports in the social media. Mohammed said the administration was working tirelessly…

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Lawmakers need to understand that Nigeria needs true federalism

by Wareez Odunayo Federalism is a system of government in which governmental powers that exist in a country are shared between central government and component region. It is the system…

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The Thread: “Atiku, Fayose, Fashola, El Rufai can’t help us” | Ayo Sogunro makes a case for fresh blood

Since Independence, Nigeria has been regurgitating the same old crop of politicians in Military attire pushing military ideologies. Even when Civilian Rule was embraced, we've had ex-Military men at the…

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Temple Management Company partners Roc Nation, signs 9ice, DJ Jimmy Jatt

The Temple Management Company has announced the launch of Temple Music Record Label. In an announcement on Friday, the talent management company said its artistes include 9ice, Bisola Aiyeola, DJ Jimmy…

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We did not sponsor Anambra church attack | APGA replies IPOB

The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) On Friday dismissed an allegation that it was responsible for the recent killing of worshipers at a church in Ozubulu, Anambra State. The Indigenous…

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Survey reveals Britons want a hard Brexit

by Adedotun Michael A survey of over 20,000 ordinary voters has revealed an unbelievable support amongst both Leavers and Remainers for Theresa May’s strategy of securing a clean Brexit with…

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How much respect does ACP Yomi Shogunle have for the youth though?

by Alexander O. Onukwue How much do our elders truly value the Nigerian Youth? Because if there is one little detail about the tweet about ACP Abayomi Shogunle that is…

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[The Activism Blog] One law says ‘freedom of assembly’, another says the alleged ’42 homosexuals’ can’t assemble, why?

In case you don't know, Section 40 of the 1999 Constitution says, "Every person shall be entitled to assemble freely and associate with other persons..." Meanwhile, the Same Sex Prohibition…

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IGP inaugurates panel to investigate alleged police promotion fraud

The Inspector General of Police, Ibrahim Idris has set up a panel to investigate alleged corruption in the promotion of police officers. This was following a statement by Chairman of the…

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Inside the 2017/18 English Premier League | Which team will come out tops?

by Wareez Odunayo Twenty teams would be competing in the 2017/18 Premier League, with the top seventeen teams from the last season, and three teams promoted from the Championship playing…

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Ex-minister Diezani’s seized London properties (PHOTOS)

Former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alsion-Maduke recently forfeited properties worth millions of dollars to the Federal Government. The property forfeited include a $37.5 million mansion on Banana Island, as…

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Police rescues 4 from mob action at Ile Zik, Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway (WATCH)

One of the RRS patrolling officers around Ile-Zik reported, around 10:30 a.m. the discovery of an object suspected to be flesh around the area. The Commander, ACP Tunji Disu, deployed…

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[The Injustice Blog] Are security agencies now putting freedom up for sale?

The recent decision of the Department of State Services (DSS) to detain Chisom Anaele since April 2017 has generated ripples across media platforms. And we condemned the act of secret…

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Human rights abuse: Osinbajo constitutes panel to investigate Armed Forces

Acting President Yemi Osinbajo has inaugurated a panel to investigate human rights compliance of the Nigerian Armed Forces. According to a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity,…

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DSS arrests Boko Haram cell leader, kidnappers of German, others

As part of efforts to consolidate efforts to degrade, contain and deter the activities of terrorists and insurgents, kidnappers and other criminals, the Department of State Services (DSS) on July…

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The Thread: “The presidency is not a hospital” | Buharists and Wailers clash

It's been 95 days since President Muhammadu Buhari proceeded on his second medical leave after leaving the country's affairs in the hands of his VP, Osinbajo. In the time he's…

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Authorities re-arrest man for trying to obtain Donald Trump’s tax illegally

by Adedotun Michael A private investigator from Louisiana, Jordan Hamlett accused of trying to illegally obtain Donald Trump's tax returns before last year's U.S. presidential election has been re-arrested, Time reports. A…

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Why Arit Okpo’s thoughts on “Dear Yomi” are precisely on point

by Alexander O. Onukwue The television presenter and compere, Arit Okpo, weighed in on the conversation surrounding the matter of sounding respectful when addressing older persons. Arit narrates of her…

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