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Choice feminism, Interview with Oxlade, Motherhood during Coronavirus – 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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This Lagos ”breaking news” is the kind that will excite you | The @YNaija Cover –
The Lagos state government has announced the discharge of four Coronavirus patients. Meanwhile, 18 patients had earlier been discharged, after making full recovery from the novel respiratory virus. With this…
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Best Nollywood movies streaming on Netflix, Nigerian female artistes through the years – 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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Silverbird Cinemas shuts down due to COVID-19 | Here are 5 Things that Should Matter Today
As it seemingly looks like Nigerian is gearing towards a lockdown, businesses and companies have been towing in the same line. Yesterday, Silverbird Cinemas announced via its Instagram page that…
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Coronavirus won’t stop COZA from holding Sunday service, and maybe it’s time to push the panic button?
As the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control confirms 10 new cases of COVID-19, Nigerians are slowly coming to grips with this newly-hatched global pandemic. Although a little too late, the…
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Interview with Prettyboy D-O, the Nigerian betting industry and Coronavirus – 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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Vimbai joins Ebuka Obi-Uchendu on Rubbin’ Minds for International Women’s Month Special
Nigeria’s leading youth talk show, Rubbin’ Minds, is set to unveil a special new series on Sunday, 8th March 2020, in celebration of this year’s International Women’s Month, powered by…
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South Africa confirms first case of Coronavirus, NCDC confirms 11 new Lassa fever deaths in Nigeria | 5 Things that Should Matter Today
Court sets aside ruling suspending Oshimhole as APC chairman A judgement passed by the Federal High Court in Abuja which suspended Adams Oshiomhole as the National Chairman of the All…
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Here’s why Emir Sanusi is facing fresh probe from Kano Assembly | 5 Things that Should Matter Today
The Kano State House of Assembly has commenced a fresh probe against Emir of Kano, Lamido Sanusi, following petitions it said it received. The House of Assembly's Chairman of the committee…
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Sanitizer Palaver – The YNaija Cover | 2nd March 2020
Following the confirmed case of the Coronavirus in Nigeria last week, a case since been isolated, there has been a hike of face masks, sanitizers and other protective gears by…
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Watch Teni talk ‘Billionaire’ EP and more with Ebuka Obi-Uchendu on Rubbin’ Minds today
By numbers, Nigerian female artistes pale in comparison to their male counterparts, which is why the rise of Teni the Entertainer in the music industry is beautiful to behold. Gaining…
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The YNaija Cover – 28th February
It's no longer news that Nigeria has confirmed its first case of the Coronavirus, according to the Minister of Health. The Coronavirus case in Nigeria is an Italian citizen who…
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The YNaija Cover – 27th February
The acting chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ibrahim Magu, has insisted that the raging Corona virus is caused by corruption. He alleged that some lab scientists many…
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The YNaija Cover – 24th February
At least three persons have been confirmed killed in Sagamu, Ogun, as angry young men and women took to the streets to protest the killing of a footballer named Tiyamiyu…
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The YNaija Cover – 18th February
Nigeria’s national security adviser, Babagana Monguno, has accused President Muhammadu Buhari’s Chief of Staff, Abba Kyari, of undue and dangerous interference on national security matters. Consequently, Monguno has fired a…
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Rubbin’ Minds Recap: Taaooma isn’t ruling out working with Maraji and we can’t wait
If you missed Sunday's episode of Rubbin' Minds, you are in luck. Host, Ebuka Obi Uchendu had in-demand Instagram comedian Taaooma on the show, who has gained social media ubiquity…
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The YNaija Cover – 14th February
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Duoye Diri, as the winner of the Bayelsa election. The INEC Chairman, Mahmood…
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See how Davido, Sauti Sol, Bebe Cool and more spent Guinness Football Night with Rio Ferdinand
Friday 31st January 2020; Football icon and Guinness Ambassador, Rio Ferdinand, threw football fans into a frenzy when he flew into Nigeria for the spectacular Guinness Night Football event. The…
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Joseph Yobo appointed as Super Eagles’ Assistant Coach, Dangote remains Africa’s richest person for the ninth time | 5 Things that Should Matter Today
Suspected Boko Haram attack Maiduguri hours after Buhari visit Suspected Boko Haram members have struck Maiduguri, the capital of Borno state just few hours after President Buhari paid a condolence…
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The YNaija Cover – 11th February
The First Lady Aisha Buhari, has met with her predecessor, Mrs Patience Jonathan at the Presidential Villa, Abuja and shared experiences on issues relating to women’s development in the country.…
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The YNaija Cover – 10th January
Nigerians on Twitter have reacted to the Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed’s request for a $500m to digitalize the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) to enable it compete with…
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We are getting a remake of ‘Nneka the Pretty Serpent.’ Here’s why it deserves an all-female soundtrack
Charles Okpaleke is remaking the 1992 cult horror Nneka the Pretty Serpent, another movie in the filmmaker's massive remake rollout that includes Rattle Snake and Glamour Girls. And, with the…
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The rise of Tems, living with dementia in Nigeria, Igbo etymology – 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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The YNaija Cover – 5th February
Telecoms subscribers have started paying more for calls and data services as the federal government, commenced the implementation of the 7.5 per cent VAT on February 1. The new VAT…
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Dear Affy, Azali – Check out the shows and movies we are looking forward to this February
Charles Okpaleke is remaking the femme fatale cult horror classic Nneka the Pretty Serpent, further pivoting Nollywood into remake season. We love it. Soon enough, Nollywood filmmakers will run out…
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The YNaija Cover – 31st January
Following the Lagos state government announcing a ban on motorcycles and tricycles across the state on Tuesday, January 28, 2020, a group of Gokada and MAX.ng riders in Lagos galvanised…
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The YNaija Cover – 30th January
Social media has been abuzz with the #BuhariResign hashtag ever since Senator Abaribe asked for the resignation of President Buhari following his woeful performance. It's becoming even more significant given…
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The YNaija Cover – 28th January
Fans of comedians Maraji and Taaoma took to Twitter today to decide who is boss. Both comedians have both distinguished themselves in a male-dominated industry, where comedy is routinely blemished…
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The YNaija Cover – 27th January
The Federal High Court in Abuja, Monday sentenced Maryam Sanda to death by hanging for killing her husband Bilyaminu Bello. Justice Yusuf Halilu in delivering judgment on the protracted trial…
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John Legend at ThisDay’s 25th anniversary, Soundcity MVP Awards | Here are the top 5 events we loved in January
January is the ghetto, things are slow and the month is taking forever to end. It is what we deserve for the high-octane activities that was squeezed into December. Detty…
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