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DR Congo: Women mobilise money to get gang rape suspects to court | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you may have missed out on: DR Congo: Women mobilise money to get gang rape suspects to court After the trial…
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#TecnoxLFW2021: Tecno capture moments on the CAMON 18 at Lagos Fashion Week 2021
For four years running TECNO has been part of the Lagos Fashion Week family, and this year TECNO was the Official Smartphone Sponsor. As always, TECNO didn't disappoint as social…
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Turn Up Friday 2021 Started with a Burst of Energy! Can you win the grand prize in the Infinix TUF Rap Challenge?
The #TurnUpFridayWithInfinix show started last weekend on a rollercoaster with the one and only Energy Gad, the best DJs, and electrifying dance moves. If you like to party hard, be sure to…
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In worship of the Mother Goddess; Yemoja Festival 2021
Yemoja is the Yoruba Orisha or Goddess of the living Ocean, considered the Mother of All. She is the source of all the waters, including the rivers of Western Africa,…
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First albino joins Malawi’s parliament | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you may have missed out on: First albino joins Malawi's parliament An albino activist was sworn in to Malawi's parliament on…
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Hope turns to anger after Nigeria building collapse | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you may have missed out on: All sides have committed abuses in Tigray conflict, says joint UN, Ethiopia report All sides…
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#TecnoxBBNaija: It was fun, vibes and maximum turn up as BBNaija housemates partied courtesy of Tecno
The BBNaija housemates were hosted to a turnt party by premium smartphone brand, TECNO, on Thursday, October 28th 2021. 23 out of the 26 “Shine Ya Eyes” housemates were present…
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GOtv is the preferred Cable TV platform in Nigeria — Here Is Why
If you think about the common household items you expect to find in many urban Nigerian sitting rooms and a GOtv decoder features in your mental image, it may not…
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“My whole life has been a battle against the system”, Iyin Aboyeji talks about fighting to become a tech force and more #WithChude
Most people assume that the journey has been seamless for Iyin Aboyeji, but this week’s episode of #WithChude shines a light on the entrepreneur and tech giant struggles in attaining…
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Kenyan Film Board Bans Children From Watching Squid Game | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you may have missed out on: Five Eritrean women's U20 players go missing in Uganda Five Eritrean footballers from the women's…
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Dozens feared trapped after building collapse in Nigeria’s largest city | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you may have missed out on: Dozens feared trapped after building collapse in Nigeria’s largest city A 21-storey apartment building under…
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Tunisian women protest as Lawmaker faces sexual harassment hearing | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you may have missed out on: Former Congolese Prime Minister Clément Mouamba dies The former Congolese Prime Minister, Clément Mouamba, passed…
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Gala receives HALAL standards certificate for quality compliance
UAC Foods Limited, makers of Gala, has received HALAL certification, an internationally recognized standard which guarantees that products are safe for consumption by both domestic and foreign consumers. This has…
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Archbishop of Canterbury criticises Ghana anti-LGBT bill | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you may have missed out on: Soldier admits role in 1987 murder of Burkina Faso's revolutionary leader Sankara A former army…
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MultiChoice: Harnessing the goldmine that is Nigerian reality TV
The last 10-15 years have seen a drastic increase in the number of reality TV shows in Nigeria. With a wide array of shows to choose from, many of which -…
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Sierra Leone’s women’s coach suspended over sexual abuse claims | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you may have missed out on: Sierra Leone's women's coach suspended over sexual abuse claims The head coach of Sierra Leone's…
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Best face serums for clear glowing & smooth skin
A serum is one of the most important parts of your beauty regimen as you and your skin age. While every other step in your routine has a unique role…
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Facebook and Comic Republic release #NoFalseNewsZone comic book series in Nigeria
Lagos, Nigeria, 25 October 2021 - Facebook and Comic Republic have announced the launch of #NoFalseNewsZone online comic book, an exciting and educational comic series designed to help people think…
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The Next Robotics Legend 2.0 | Unveiling the Legends
The top three winners of The Next Robotics Legend 2.0 have been announced following this year’s keenly contested competition. 14-year-old Famidah Yussuf emerged overall winner of the programme for designing a robotic solution to tackle the shortage of medical personnel and reduce direct contact between medical personnel and…
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WHO vows cultural overhaul after Ebola sexual abuse scandal | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you may have missed out on: WHO vows cultural overhaul after Ebola sexual abuse scandal The World Health Organization has promised to overhaul…
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Young Nigerian Graduate In Search Of A Job? Don’t Miss #FCMBFlexxtern Season Five!
First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has commenced the fifth edition of its #FCMBFlexxtern contest! The online contest () is designed for youths between 18 and 30 years. It will run between October…
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Football kings, John Terry, Roberto Carlos to play alongside NPFL stars in Budweiser Game of Kings match
English Premier League and Spanish La Liga sponsor, Budweiser, is set to feature international football Kings, John Terry and Roberto Carlos in a new football-themed campaign tagged “Budweiser Game of Kings”. For the first…
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Benin’s parliament votes to legalise abortion | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you may have missed out on: Benin’s parliament votes to legalise abortion Parliamentarians in Benin have voted to legalise abortion in…
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Kenyan long-distance runner Agnes Tirop found dead at her home | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you may have missed out on: Kenyan long-distance runner Agnes Tirop found dead at her home Kenyan long-distance runner Agnes Tirop,…
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The IMF warns of growing threats to global economic recovery | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you may have missed out on: 'Days without eating': Madagascar sees world's first 'climate change famine' Madgascar is experiencing what the UN…
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3 Egyptian health ministry employees arrested over dumped COVID-19 vaccines | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you may have missed out on: 3 Egyptian health ministry employees arrested over dumped COVID-19 vaccines Three Egyptian health ministry employees…
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Kenya bans local dance, says it increases immorality, early pregnancy | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you may have missed out on: Congo's $6 billion China mining deal 'unconscionable', says draft report Democratic Republic of Congo should…
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Nigeria to ramp up spending to boost GDP by 4.2 percent in 2022 | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you may have missed out on: Facebook’s role in Myanmar and Ethiopia under new scrutiny Whistleblower Frances Haugen’s testimony to US senators…
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WHO backs rollout of world’s first malaria vaccine for children in Africa | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you may have missed out on: WHO backs rollout of world's first malaria vaccine for children in Africa The World Health…
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Paternity leave is a new reality in Nigeria | Here are the benefits if done right
After years of clamour by advocates for Nigeria to avail new fathers of paid paternity leave, it appears some headway has been made. The Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Wednesday,…
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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