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The Thread: 10 reasons why the court order on BVN is illegal
Over the weekend, the Attorney General of the Federation got a court order to seize all monies in accounts without BVN within 14 days. Senior Special Assistant to the President…
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Trump sends congratulatory message to Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping over sustained leadership
President Trump has congratulated Chinese Prime Minister, Xi Jinping over the success recorded at the Chinese ruling party congress which guaranteed a continuous leadership for the Chinese leader and could…
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Today’s Noisemakers: Dr Joe Abah, Elnathan John, Demola Olarewaju 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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I receive calls about sexual harassment in Nollywood on a daily basis – Kanayo O. Kanayo
Nigerian actor, Anayo Modestus Onyekwere popularly known as Kanayo O. Kanayo says he receives calls about sexual harassment in Nollywood on a daily basis. Kanayo, 55, told Reuters Foundation in an interview that…
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Democrats call for DACA fixing before spending package, else…
Following a Huffington Post report that suggested House Speaker (R-Wis.) expected a DACA fix in the spending omnibus, House Minority Leader, Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) on Wednesday said she wants a…
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We would spend $3bn refinancing debts inherited from Jonathan’s administration
The minister of finance, Kemi Adeosun says the federal government will spend $3 billion refinancing debts from the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan. She said this while featuring on an…
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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 25th of October
Follow these links to read our cover stories and analyses on YNaija:
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US imposes sanctions on Yemen to tackle ISIS and Al-Qaeda
The United States has announced sanctions on Yemeni individuals and companies to combat the activities of al-Qaeda and the so-called Islamic State. Confirming the development, U.S. Treasury said the sanctions…
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Investigation hits the wall as Las Vegas shooter’s laptop is missing its hard drive
A laptop computer recovered from the Mandalay Bay Hotel room in Las Vegas where Stephen Paddock launched the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history was missing its hard drive, thereby…
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It is time to open a new page in the anti-corruption fight – Osinbajo
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo Wednesday, said the anti-corruption war in the country must take a new turn for it to succeed. Osinbajo stated this at the opening of a two-day capacity…
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The Late 5: Presidency to meet tomorrow over 2018 budget, Universities will admit only 30 percent of UTME candidates this year, and other top stories
Good evening. Here are the top 5 stories that drove conversation today: The presidency postponed today's Federal Executive Council meeting till tomorrow Thursday for a "special session" where the council…
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48 hours after receiving report on Maina’s controversial reinstatement, Buhari is yet to respond
Almost 48 hours after President Muhammadu Buhari ordered the disengagement of the embattled Abdulrasheed Maina, there is yet to be a response from Buhari to the requested report on the controversial…
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Former President George H.W. Bush apologises to actress after sexual allegations
Following an allegation of sexual assault, former US president George H.W. Bush has apologised to actress Heather Lind who claimed he sexually assaulted her from his wheelchair. The 34-year-old Boardwalk…
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Top 5 platforms Nigerians can learn how to code for free
No one needs to be told anymore that technology has taken over the world. The 'computer age' is more real now than it has ever been, so much so that…
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[The Music Blog]: Looks like we may be getting that Asa and Wizkid collaboration after all
It's been over two years since Wizkid made the infamous tweet above, but what most people remember about the tweet were reactions from Asa's religious followers who deemed the…
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Trump trolls Senators Jeff Flake and Bob Corker over retirement announcements
President Trump has denigrated the decisions of GOP Sens. Jeff Flake and Bob Corker not to seek reelection at the end of Congress. Trump claimed the duo opted to drop…
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Opinion: Danfo is a culture
by Onochie Esiobu Yellow and black, such a unique colour combination. Danfo buses, such a blessing and a curse. The users use but pray to God for the day they…
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[The Music Blog]: Still on Asa’s rare Interview with Funmi Iyanda and that bit about her virginity
Through the 25 minute runtime of the webclip, Asa and Funmi Iyanda talked about an array of topics. From Asa's early days in music, to her transformation through the years…
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“I was certain I didn’t blink” | Nigerian lady narrates how she was scammed of $4000
When Ada (not real name) set out for her bank transactions on that fateful Friday, October 13, she was oblivious of the incident waiting to happen. After withdrawing $4000 from…
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Pius Adesanmi: This is why Nigerians are easily deceived by politicians
By Pius Adesanmi Shortly after a conversation between two of my favourite proteges, Mitterand Okorie and Immanuel James Ibe-Anyanwu, gave me the inflatus for an essay on Julius Berger, a…
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Shekau’s wife may have been killed in air strike – NAF
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Wednesday, said that it believed the wife of the leader of the insurgent group, Boko Haram, Abubakar Shekau, Mallama Fitdasi, had been killed in air strikes…
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Only 30 percent UTME candidates will be admitted – NUC
Due to limited spaces in tertiary institutions, only 30 percent out of the 1.7 million candidates who wrote the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) will be admitted this year, the…
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[The Activism Blog] 264 million children worldwide not in school, says UNESCO | How many in Nigeria?
UNESCO, in its latest report, claimed that 264 million children worldwide are not in school. Even though the figure looks exaggerated, the fact is that indirectly, without mentioning names, this…
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Johnny Drille, Nathmac, Clay, 1LA and others to headline 2017 Rock Music Festival
It's time to rock! The proud moment you’ve been waiting for is upon us. The biggest names in rock music, Johnny Drille, Nathmac, Clay, 1LA and others will take center…
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Facebook Launches Africa’s First SME Council in Nigeria
Facebook today launched its Nigerian SME Council, the first to launch on the continent, and part of Facebook’s ongoing commitment to help support small and medium-sized businesses throughout Africa. The…
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The Thread: Oby Ezekwesili calls out ‘Wailers’ and ‘Buharists’
If you've been on social media a while, you'd notice that Nigeria's political scene is divided into two groups: supporters of APC and supporters of PDP. As far as Buhari's…
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Prospective corps members are not mandated to pay mobilisation fees – NYSC
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has warned higher institutions in the country against charging mobilisation fees for prospective corps members. The NYSC Director of Press, Adenike Adeyemi said this in…
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Family defends wanted ex-pension boss, Maina
Not more than 24 hours after his properties were sealed by the operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Kaduna, family members of the wanted former chairman…
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[The Injustice Blog] Can we bring back old times?
The political process in Nigeria was at its peak in the 70's and 80's due to the personality of individuals involved in the process. Elections in this era were keenly…
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Why Buhari should reshuffle his cabinet – Senior civil servants
The Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN) Wednesday, urged President Muhammadu Buhari to reshuffle his cabinet. Probable reason(s): The controversy generated by the reinstatement of a former Chairman…
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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