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Month: August 2019
Johnnie, Jazz & Whisky, Afropunk 2019: Here are the top 10 events we loved in August
The month of August was brimming with events that spanned from music to film and culture, most notably the Johnnie Jazz & Whiskey concert in Lagos that saw famed masked…
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The Event Xperience Africa (TEXA) to hold January 28 – 30, 2020
The Event Xperience Africa (TEXA) is set to hold its second edition between 28th – 30th January, 2020 in Lagos, Nigeria. The conference builds on the success of the maiden…
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Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, Chidi Okereke, Daniel Ademinokan give thumbs up to ‘The Set-Up Movie breaking the Nollywood status quo
The Set Up hit all cinemas on the 9th of August and the fans are completely in love! Since the release of the blockbuster directed by the acclaimed Niyi Akinmolayan…
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Migrant Resource Centre: Working to renew the Nigerian image through legal migration
The rising case of ‘illegal immigration’ globally is not a secret. It is a problem that has been exacerbated by extreme poverty, war, corruption, wealth inequality, and famine. While it has its obvious consequences as seen in Europe and United States, the circumstances leading to migration have not been addressed and this has created a never-ending malaise…
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Sustainable Cycling Foundation unveils ‘Kit and Kin’ Initiative in Lagos
Sustainable Cycling Foundation is a leading African not for profit committed to the growth and development of cycling in the continent. SCF has unveiled the ‘Kit and Kin’ initiative in…
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5 Things that Should Matter Today: The FBI and Saudi Arabia turned Nigerian Twitter into a tribal war, and it was ugly
Nigeria's global image recently took another dent as Saudi Arabia is set to execute 23 Nigerians for drug-related offenses. Convicted for contravening the narcotic and psychotropic substances that are punishable…
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Sexual harassment in markets is an issue women are tackling across Africa
One of the ways rape culture perpetuates itself is through sexual harassment. Sexual harassment which includes language that demeans women by targeting and sexualizing their physical appearance and non-consensual touching…
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Here are the best Nigerian articles of the week
Each week here at YNaija, we round up the best Nigerian writing on the internet, highlighting the stories, profiles, interviews and in-depth reporting that rise above the daily churn. Here are…
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OPPO Mobile Nigeria rewards the latest ex-BBNaija housemates at homecoming party with F11 Pro Smartphones [PHOTOS]
OPPO Mobile Nigeria left former BBNaija ‘Pepper Dem’ housemates, Nelson, Thelma, Jeff, Joe and Enkay in awe as the brand surprised each of them with brand new OPPO F11 Pro…
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We’re talking Saheed Balogun, ministers & global perception on Rubbin’ Minds this weekend
We're drawing close to the end of our month with Japheth Omojuwa on Rubbin' Minds and we have had compelling interviews, unexpected gems and quite a few insights. But he's…
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Jake Effoduh named April9ine’s Brand Ambassador; inspires new collection and takes action towards sustainable fashion
At the April9ine headquarters in Abuja, the CEO of April9ine, Aluwaye Philip Ilegar announced Jake Okechukwu Effoduh Esq., as the Brand Ambassador of the company. “I am honored to have…
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Who’s in and who’s out? Here are our top 10 Senators for August
It's been six months after February 23 National Assembly election with 109 Senatorial seats occupied and Senators sworn in. The All Progressives Congress (APC) maintains a commanding lead in the…
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TFAA Alumnus, Jake Okechukwu Effoduh inspires new fashion collection to promote climate change adaptation and mitigation
Lawyer and TFAA Alumnus, Jake Effoduh has just released his fashion collection to demonstrate “sustainable fashion.” Announcing the production of his fashion debut in collaboration with bespoke fashion company, April9ine,…
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Eighty and bitter
by Damola Morenikeji Yesterday, as I laid on the bed, after meditating, I started thinking of the person I am becoming. I caught myself in this thought and stopped. I…
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Lala Akindoju returns to ‘The Wives’, wiser and finally in charge
Since it was published in 2007, The Wives (Kraft Books Limited) a play written by Professor Ahmed Yerima has become a prominent theatre staple, going through several reruns, rejigs and…
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The YNaija Cover – the 23rd of August
Yesterday, the United States Department of Justice released a statement announcing that 80 defendants, most of whom are Nigerians, have been charged with conspiracy to commit fraud, conspiracy to launder…
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Here are the funny tweets we saw from Nigerians on the internet today
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 issues,…
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#BBNaija 2019: The curious case of Khadoni and why Gedoni’s eviction will be the best thing for Khafi
In 2009, pop singer Ciara released Never Ever, a self-referential R&B song about her past relationships where the love she received was nowhere near the love the gave. She says…
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Here’s all you’ve never heard about the Nigerian fashion trailblazer, Edwin Okolo
Edwin’s passion for self-expression and creativity is built on two parallels - writing as a description of thought and fashion, in this case, crochet designing, as a medium for art…
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#BBNaija: Does the FG have anything else to do than censor BBNaija?
It has become somewhat farcical at this point. For months before hand, Endemol and Multichoice heavily promote their new season of Big Brother Nigeria, giving the federal government ample time…
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5 Things that Should Matter Today: 80 Nigerians charged with massive fraud in the U.S. Can it get any worse?
Nigeria's global identity, for so long, has been associated with internet scams and while nothing has seemingly been done to fix this smeared image, more cases of Nigerians committing fraudulent…
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Davido, a name you’d never never expect to show up on a list beside The Assemblies of God
In the list of things that are fairly obvious but you would have never think to predict, is Davido's music label DMW world arraigned in a public list alongside Hubmart…
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Here are the funny tweets we saw from Nigerians on the internet today
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 issues,…
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The YNaija Cover – the 22nd of August
Singer Jidenna has been making some online buzz for tweeting about wanting a wife and endorsing polyamory. His interview on The Breakfast Club sparked conversations online around polyamory and its…
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Waje releases visuals for new single ‘Udue’ and it’s such a joy to behold!!
With her September 1 concert looming, award winning R&B star and vocalist, Waje has just released the visuals for the single video ‘Udue’ featuring Johnny Drille. ‘Udue’ is one of the…
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5 Things that Should Matter Today: Finally, we now have a first look at Ifan Michael’s star-studded movie ”Foreigners’ God”
Ifan Michael's supernatural period drama Foreigner's God has to be one of the longest gestating Nollywood movies I have known, a movie brimming with star firepower in its cast. Just…
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As of today, Nigeria is finally polio free
It has taken Nigeria a long, long time, but finally, we are Polio free. It has taken 30 years of continuous global intervention, and billions of Naira to tackle the…
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Here are the funny tweets we saw from Nigerians today
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 issues,…
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The YNaija Cover – the 21st of August
On the internet today, controversy have lightly trailed the appointment of 53-yr-old Sunday Dare as the Minister of Youths and Sports by President Buhari. Dare has over two decade of…
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US Consulate kicks off inaugural documentary film festival in Lagos
The US Consulate in Nigeria launched its inaugural 4-day Documentary Film Festival from the 19th to the 23rd of August 2019 in Lagos. The festival brings award-winning contemporary American documentaries, independent narrative…
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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
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