October 2, 2017

Day: 2 October 2017

Editor October 2, 2017

[The Injustice Blog] Why a state house medical centre will not work

While we are still waiting to see the result of the tensions created in the Presidency by Zahra Buhari's outburst on the state of Aso Rock clinic, it is important…

Editor October 2, 2017

[The Injustice Blog] Will Jalal Arabi smell the insecticide or the deodorant?

Jalal Arabi is the state house Permanent secretary who has been called out by the President's daughter - Zahra Buhari - for the rot in the state house clinic. Though…

Editor October 2, 2017

[The Activism Blog] EU releases £20m to tackle water challenges in Niger Delta

The European Union has released €20 million to the Niger-delta region. This was done to promote socio-economic activities and peace in the Niger-delta through increased access to safe and sustainable…

Omoleye Omoruyi October 2, 2017

#ThePlatform: These are the Speakers’ opinions everyone has been talking about

The Platform – a program organised by the Covenant Christian Centre – which took place on October 2, 2017, did not end without some interesting points that we as Nigerians…

Azeez October 2, 2017

Buhari’s Independence Day speech is divisive – Ezekwesili

Former minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili has said President Muhammadu Buhari's Independence day speech was divisive. Buhari in his speech had expressed disappointment in the leaders of the South-East for…

Editor October 2, 2017

[The Activism Blog] NGO advocates end to stigmatisation of Albinos

A Non-Governmental organization, The Onome Akinlolu Majaro (OAM) Foundation has called on Nigerians to stop discriminating and stigmatising against Albinos stressing that Albinism is a genetic disorder and not a…

Editor October 2, 2017

[The Injustice Blog] Aso Rock clinic, Zahra’s outburst and the reality

The failings of the Muhammadu Buhari Presidency has reached a level where members of his family have to speak out in a bid to save their face, so as not…

Op-ed Editor October 2, 2017

Today’s Noisemakers: Omojuwa’s pro-Wizkid argument, Onigbinde, and the speakers at #ThePlatform

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,…

Azeez October 2, 2017

Restructuring is not something to abuse each other about – Pat Utomi

Economist, Pat Utomi has said the discussion about restructuring is not one to kill for. He said this while speaking at The Platform, a programme organized by Covenant Christian Center…

Adegbite Adedotun October 2, 2017

Trump’s cabinet could go down as worst in history – Former presidential adviser

Citing the several upheavals within the White House barely nine months into President Trump’s presidency and the recent allegations against cabinet members, critics and prominent political figures are wondering whether…

Azeez October 2, 2017

Arrest of our commissioners is a show of lawlessness – Ekiti govt

The Ekiti State government has described as unconstitutional, the arrest of two of its Commissioners by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Background: The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission…

Editor October 2, 2017

The YNaija Cover this evening – the 2nd of October

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

Samuel Okike October 2, 2017

The Late 5: Obasanjo to feature in Nollywood movie; Everything you need to know about the Las Vegas shooting; and other top stories

Good evening. Here are the top 5 stories that drove conversation today: President Muhammadu Buhari, on October 1, delivered his address to Nigerians on Independence day in a nationwide broadcast,…

Adegbite Adedotun October 2, 2017

Attack is senseless and cowardly – Theresa May says in condolence message to Trump

UK Prime Minister Theresa May has offered her condolences to U.S President Donald Trump and the United States of America on the tragic incident that occurred in Las Vegas over…

Azeez October 2, 2017

Donald Trump did not persecute Obama’s wife | Patience Jonathan tells Buhari

Former First Lady, Patience Jonathan has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to call the chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu to order. Mrs. Jonathan said this…

Adegbite Adedotun October 2, 2017

“An act of pure evil” | President Trump addresses Americans following Las Vegas shooting (READ)

Shortly after his earlier tweet condemning the mass shooting, carried out by 64-year-old Stephen Paddock from his hotel room in the 32nd floor or the Mandalay Bay Hotel while Jason…

Azeez October 2, 2017

Ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo features in first movie

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has featured in his first movie. Obasanjo featured in new episodes of 'Dele Issues' by Nollywood star, Samuel Ajibola, scheduled for release on the 14th of October 2017.…

Adegbite Adedotun October 2, 2017

President Trump issues proclamation in honour of Las Vegas victims

In honour of the victims of the Las Vegas shooting, US President Donald Trump has issued a Presidential proclamation to be carried out across all US public institutions in the…

Tolu October 2, 2017

Who is Stephen Paddock? | The 64-year-old responsible for the deadliest mass shooting in US history

America has just witnessed what has been described as "deadliest mass shooting" in its history. More than 50 people have died while over 400 were left wounded after a gunfire…

Ezinne October 2, 2017

The Thread: “The President and VP’s obsession to ‘not allow Nigeria break’ is ridiculous” | Chude Jideonwo lectures the FG

President Buhari's October 1 speech was not well received on TwitterNG. Nigerians already flagged President Buhari's blame game as useless. Chude Jideonwo tackles the notion that Nigeria is indivisible. See…