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Opinion: Speaker Dogara, this is why budget padding is a crime
by Ahanonu Kingsley Few days ago, the speaker of Nigeria's lower parliament was quoted as saying that 'budget padding'-an offence he was recently accused of by fellow member of parliament-is not…
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THE YNAIJA TRACKLIST: ‘Buhari is a failure’ | Fuel price might go up again | Isis claims responsibility for Pakistani blast | More
From the papers this morning- a tracklist Too early? Kano APC chieftain declares Buhari a failure- YNaija EFCC begins probe of NASS over budget padding scandal- YNaija APC youths lambast…
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Jude Ndukwe: Why Deji Adeyanju is the needed publicity machinery for PDP
by Jude Ndukwe Come August 17, 2016, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the most popular and most populous political party in Africa, would be holding its national convention where it…
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Opinion: The question of ‘restructuring’ and the government’s reluctance
by John Danfulani In my Op Ed of 29th July 2016 titled " LET IS TALK, NOW IS TIME", I admonished; Nigerians must surmount courage and accept the fact that,…
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Opinion: Jonathan, Sambo and Diezani – the sacred cows of corruption
by Umar Hassan We already knew it would be hard to recoup every penny stolen from us. Asides the fact that some no longer have it, others went the extra…
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#YNaijaTwitterInterview: ‘I don’t get my hands dirty because of my calling’ | PDP’s Ize-Iyamu goes all out
The candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the forthcoming Edo state gubernatorial election, Osagie Ize-Iyamu spoke to YNaija in an intense Twitter interview. Ize-Iyamu, in the interview, without mincing words berated…
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Opinion: Exploring Aguiyi-Ironsi’s role in January 15, 1966 coup (PART 1)
by Henry Chukwuemeka Onyema INTRODUCTON On the fiftieth remembrance of Nigeria’s second coup which ended the life and six-month government of General Aguiyi-Ironsi, Nigeria’s first military head of state, I…
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Opinion: The government’s needless forex policy for pilgrims
With regard to federal government's decision of August 4, 2016, instructing Nigerian banks to provide forex to the country's intending Hajj pilgrims at N197 per This follow after the government…
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7 reasons why Adesuwa Onyenokwe is an icon for this generation
If there is one woman in Nigeria who needs no introduction, Adesuwa Onyenokwe perfectly fits the bill. Born on August 8, 1963 in Ibadan, Oyo state, Adesuwa attended Emotan Preparatory School,…
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Opinion: The reality of the ‘stockholm syndrome’ and Boko Haram lovers
by Anthony Ogunlowo Right now more and more people, hostages, are being rescued from the clutches of the Boko Haram sect. Many of them who were abducted as girls are returning…
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Opinion: A letter to Mr Jaja on why he should join KOWA party
by Jude Feranmi Dear @JajaPhD, I have chosen to write to you seeing that you just made up your decision to join our party, KOWA PARTY. It also appears that…
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Opinion: Why #NotTooYoungToRun Bill should be passed now
by Jude Feranmi In the last article on this series, I talked about the glass ceiling that is at the core of the many factors responsible for the myriad of…
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Reuben Abati: Rio Olympics, change and the United states of Nigeria
by Reuben Abati “ I hear we are no longer Nigeria, but the United States of Nigeria” “You didn’t hear anything. Stop being hypocritical, my friend.” “But the incumbent Minister…
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Opinion: Collective conscience – one more way to make Nigeria great again
by Sylvester Orukpe Conscience- The sense of right and wrong- the small, still voice that gives moral lessons and advice. A man lacks conscience when that small, still voice is overridden…
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The winners and losers in Gov. Fayose and Aisha Buhari’s ‘fight’
President Muhammadu Buhari's wife, Aisha on Thursday, paid a working visit to the United States of America where she had an interview at the Voice of America and also appeared…
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Opinion: Is Dokpesi’s chairmanship dream a beacon of light for PDP?
Contrary to the objective of the death wish deployed by the ruling APC against the PDP, recent developments in the PDP point clearly towards a revitalization of the party driven…
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Opinion: How Christianity and Islam is ruining Nigeria
by Oyeniran Abioje Nigeria has four principal enemies: egocentricism, Christianity, Islam, and ethnicism. Those are the obstacles blocking Nigeria’s way to progress. The Fulani used Islam to gain territories and thrones…
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POETRY: When I die, may I not die
by Adedoyin Olumodeji ERSATZ Rivers flowing with glee, Buried beneath souls, so deep, Sun shining with glee, Hidden within, hearts so deep. Feel the dark passions, Around you, Happy expressions,…
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Dele Momodu: Rewarding good deeds with honour
by Dele Momodu Fellow Africans, let me start by thanking hundreds, if not thousands, of all those who felicitated with me last weekend on the honorary Doctorate degree bestowed on…
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Eye on Ambode: Lagos governor celebrates 64-year anniversary with RCCG (PHOTOS)
Governor of Lagos state, Akinwunmi Ambode celebrated with the Redeemed Christian Church of God at the New Arena in Redemption camp, along Lagos-Ibadan expressway. The church, with millions of members spread…
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Sam Hart: Dear Uche Ogah, what happens when you’re done being a nuisance in Abia?
by Sam Hart Dear Uchechukwu Sampson Ogah. I bring you greetings this afternoon from Umuahia. I sincerely hope you're doing well. If so, doxology. I write to update you on…
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Jude Ndukwe: Governor Mimiko to the rescue in Ondo state
by Jude Ndukwe It is no longer news that Nigeria’s economy is operating at a recession. With inflation rate currently hovering at a record 16.5, global oil price falling and…
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Opinion: What has Mikel Obi done to assist his Olympic teammates?
by Simon Utsu There's something called patriotism- it's not every time we must allow our country to be ridiculed on the international stage. What am I even talking about? Well,…
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81,415, N293bn… | The 5 numbers that mattered this week
1.3 million The number of new teachers needed in the next 6 years to address the acute shortage of qualified teachers for basic education in the country. N293 billion The…
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Aisha Buhari interviewed in America (PHOTOS)
Aisha Buhari, wife of the President of Nigeria, who is in the United States of America on a working visit graced the Voice of America in Washington, D.C. with her presence…
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Reuben Abati: Endorsing Hilary Clinton in America’s historic election
by Reuben Abati If there was any hope that Donald Trump would change tactics and be more restrained after winning the Republican party Presidential nomination for the November 8 US…
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Budget-Padding Tracker: Jibrin to re-appear before police panel with documents
As the controversy surrounding the row over the padding of the 2016 budget continues, former House of Representatives’ Appropriation Committee chairman Abdulmumin Jibrin has been invited again for questioning by…
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‘Blame Jonathan’s government for today’s suffering’ – Lai Mohammed
The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed has declared that even though it pays no good to rue "missed opportunities" of the past, the previous administration of Goodluck Jonathan…
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Muslim cleric who specializes in car theft, nabbed
A seasoned car thief met his waterloo when he was apprehended by men of the Lagos state Police Command after he allegedly tried to steal a Toyota Camry from a…
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Opinion: Buhari’s anti-corruption war and admission corruption in Nigeria
by Festus Ogun It is a naked truth that corruption is in all spheres of life in Nigeria. Corruption has polluted the air we breath in and as such, we…
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The September Standard
- T.I Nathan SS25 Lookbook: A Contemporary Ode to Elegance and Edge
- Idia Aisien’s Comeback to Style 101: Will She Revive the Magic?
- RED CARPET! Amstel Malta at 30: A Sleek Celebration of Style and Legacy!
- Ugoccie: Where Afrocentricity Meets Street Style
- The Future Awards Africa 2024: How Tunde Onakoya and Veekee James Served High-Fashion Mastery as Hosts
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
- T.I Nathan SS25 Lookbook: A Contemporary Ode to Elegance and Edge
- Idia Aisien’s Comeback to Style 101: Will She Revive the Magic?
- RED CARPET! Amstel Malta at 30: A Sleek Celebration of Style and Legacy!
- Ugoccie: Where Afrocentricity Meets Street Style
- The Future Awards Africa 2024: How Tunde Onakoya and Veekee James Served High-Fashion Mastery as Hosts
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