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Day: 22 September 2017
The YNaija Cover this evening – the 22nd of September
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New Obamacare repeal bill gains moderate approval rating
A new poll conducted by the left-leaning Public Policy polling has revealed that just 24 percent of voters support the Graham-Cassidy ObamaCare repeal bill, while 50 percent disapproved. The approval…
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Today’s Noisemakers: Cheta Nwanze, Tiwa Savage & TeeBillz, F.Shaw The Handler 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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Police discover illegal firearm factory in FCT
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) police command said it has discovered a factory fabricating illegal firearm in Shenagu village near Zuba, FCT. FCT commissioner of police, Sadiq Bello told journalists in Abuja…
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The Late 5: President Buhari to spend four days in London; Boko Haram reportedly kills nine IDPs in Borno; and other top stories
Good evening. Here are the top 5 stories that drove conversation today: President Muhammadu Buhari will spend four days in London, his media assistant, Femi Adesina, told BBC Hausa on Friday.…
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Those calling for Nigeria’s breakup should move on – Mark
Senate President, David Mark has said Nigeria can never breakup, stating that those calling for its split should move on. This is coming on the heels of calls for restructuring…
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The Media Blog: Hardly any activity on their social media, website… is TStv really ready?
It's no longer news that TStv will launch on October 1. The entry of the cable network into Nigeria's media space was one of the top trending topics on Twitter…
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The Thread: What will you do if a girl stains your car seat with menstrual blood?
We have to say, this thread restores our hope in Nigerian men, first because guys are naturally squeamish about blood. This type of blood in particular. Plus, not too long…
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Why I was at the Presidential Villa – Oyegun
National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), John Odigie-Oyegun has said he never had any meeting with former factional chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Ali Modu Sheriff. National…
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Boko Haram insurgents kill 9 IDPs in Borno
Boko Haram insurgents have killed nine people in the Rann Internally Displaced Persons camp in Borno. An aid worker and a resident confirmed this on Friday. The aid workers said the…
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Will JAMB’S new admissions system put a cap on admissions fraud?
by Alexander O. Onukwue The Central Admissions Processing System, a new initiative of the Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board (JAMB), promises to be an effective way of ensuring schools will…
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The Thread: It is great to be a side chick until this happens
It is the age of the side chick. Not that these women have not been in existence before now. There've always been concubines and mistresses carrying on business on the…
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Jamb’s plan to block backdoor admissions
by Alexander O. Onukwue The Registrar of JAMB, Prof Is-haq Oloyede is determined to stop the system of providing regularization to students admitted through a “backdoor” by Nigerian Universities. Speaking…
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Send your wards to Nigerian universities for their first degree | JAMB tells elites
The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board has told elites to allow their wards obtain their first degree in Nigeria before going for further studies abroad. JAMB registrar, Ishaq Oloyede gave the advice while…
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The Film Blog: Turn on the news, you’re likely to catch another episode of domestic violence
It is high time Africans began to have conversations about violence and women’s rights until the messaging starts to sink into our DNA. And it is a simple one really.…
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Aniefiok Udoabasi: This man just discovered the unthinkable before their wedding
by Aniefiok Udoabasi I have sat on this for weeks. I know the man (he is my client) but I don't know the woman in person. The man is confused…
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RED co-founder, Chude Jideonwo speaks on liberal assumptions at Yale
Chude Jideonwo, co-founder of RED Thursday spoke at Yale University. Jideonwo, one of 18 World Fellows in the Class of 2017 interacted with members of the university community and the…
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Vacate proscription order against us | IPOB tells court
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has urged the Federal High Court in Abuja to vacate an order proscribing it. What happened: The court on Wednesday had proscribed the activities…
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How we will stop oil theft through DNA fingerprints – FG
The Federal Government has said it would start conducting deoxyribonucleic acid finger-printing of the country’s crude oil to apprehend criminals at the end of the year. Minister for Science and Technology,…
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[The Sexuality Blog] Tunisia abolishes a 44-year ban on inter-faith marriages
The Tunisian presidency recently announced that it had decided to scrap from its constitution, a 44-year old law banning marriages between non-Muslim men and Tunisian women. The law which has…
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Boko Haram insurgents not controlling 7 Borno LGAs – Army
The Nigerian Army on Friday said reports that terrorist group, Boko Haram currently control seven Local Government Areas(LGAs) in Borno state is false. In a statement on Friday, Deputy Director Public Relations,…
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Get ready! “33” Export is back in Lagos this weekend with its friendship parties
The Friendship Party, hosted by “33” Export Lager Beer, is set to hold in the Epe and Surulere axis of Lagos on Saturday, 23rd and Sunday, 24th of September respectively. This follows the success of the recently held parties in Abia, Uyo and Onitsha. Within the past few months,…
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[The Music Blog]: The death of Nigerian labels, dearth of hip-hop crews and Tinny Mafia
It's the year 2017 and the foretold death of labels adjunct to the rise of streaming and self-publishing is finally becoming a reality. The independent success of Chance the Rapper…
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Tanker driver blames Dangote for the Lagos gridlock (WATCH)
The gridlock in Apapa does not look like it is about to end and has now got to Obanikoro – which might move further towards Ikorodu if nothing is done…
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Trump sends another warning to Sen. Rand Paul over Obamacare repeal
President Donald Trump has once again called out Republican Senator Rand Paul to review his possible vote against the new ObamaCare repeal bill called the Graham-Cassidy Bill. Trump indirectly labelled…
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Just In: Ronaldo, Messi, Neymar make FIFA best player shortlist
Lionel Messi has been named alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar on the three-man shortlist for the Best FIFA Men’s Player Award. They were announced in London on Friday. The Brazilian star had…
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Catcalling might soon be illegal in France
Like Nigeria and most countries where patriarchy is upheld, France has a massive catcalling and sexual harassment problem. The problem of women being sexually and physically harassed under the guise…
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Why proscription of IPOB was necessary – Ohanaeze
The Youth wing of the Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Ohanaeze Youth Council Worldwide has said it supports the proscription of the activities of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The group said this…
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How long Buhari will stay in the UK – Presidency
Spokesman of the President, Femi Adesina has said President Muhammadu Buhari will spend four days in London. Adesina said this while speaking on BBC Hausa on Friday. Background: President Buhari…
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Stop crying foul | Islamic leaders lash out at CAN
The Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has said Muslims have continued to tolerate the imposition of Christian ways on them and never complained. The council said in response to…
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The September Standard
- 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
- Top 5 Must-Visit Art Galleries in Nigeria This Weekend
- Cuppy Dazzles With Anthony Joshua & Naomi Campbell For Wedding of the Year
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
- 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
- Top 5 Must-Visit Art Galleries in Nigeria This Weekend
- Cuppy Dazzles With Anthony Joshua & Naomi Campbell For Wedding of the Year
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