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Chinonye Chukwu is directing the first two episodes of Americanah
The only way you haven't heard of Chinonye Chukwu is if you weren't following film news from 2019. Chukwu was one of the award season's breakout stars, her big screen…
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The South-South finally joins the regional security force bandwagon
Since 2015, Nigeria has struggled with increasing insecurity. It has worsened as clashes between herdsmen and farmers led to several deaths, kidnappers and bandits have terrorized major highways across the…
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Ebola is finally history for the Democratic Republic of Congo
In the mass hysteria of the Coronavirus and the West's confusion as to how the virus has not infiltrated Africa when it has wreaked mass havoc in Asia, Europe and…
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Kemi Adetiba is honoured with 50 other women as Netflix celebrates #IWD2020
This International Women’s Day, Netflix is partnering with UN Women to launch a special collection curated by groundbreaking women in entertainment from around the world, including Nigeria (Kemi Adetiba). The Because She Watched collection…
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Here’s what we know about the first original Netflix series from Netflix Naija
Last week, we broke news that Netflix has finally landed in Nigeria. The global streaming giant has had a marginal presence in Nigeria since 2016 when they signed a partnership…
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Nigeria’s House of Reps are planning a Coronavirus inspired holiday
If there's anything to be proud of in the global panic that has enveloped the world caused by the spread of the Covid-19 Coronavirus disease; it would be the seriousness…
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Meet Senator Ibrahim Gaidam; sponsor of the new Boko Haram Bill
Nigeria has had more than its fair share of controversial senators since it returned to democratic rule in 1999. From former governors and ministers who contest for senatorial seats as…
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We are a few weeks into Ultimate Love but the drama is not letting up
Since the debut of The Ultimate Love show, Multichoice’s premier dating reality TV programme; the show has not experienced any shortage of excitement, and its live nominations following the eviction…
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After months of auditions, Access The Stars is finally here
After months of speculation, we finally get our first glimpse at what Access The Stars, the mega reality talent show that is being run by Access Bank and Star Larger…
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Nigeria has discovered its first case of Coronavirus, but no need to panic
In the late hours of February 27th, just two days after a previous suspected case of the Coronavirus was cleared as negative, the Federal Ministry of Health announced that it…
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Meet Chi Mhende, Queen Sono’s Head-Baddie-In-Charge
As part of YNaija's coverage of the launch of Queen Sono, the first Netflix original scripted series from Africa, our editors joined a roundtable of journalists from across the continent to speak…
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Queen Sono’s Pearl Thusi & Kate Liquorish are bringing fresh fire to the Afro-spy genre
As part of YNaija's coverage of the launch of Queen Sono, the first original scripted series produced by Netflix on the continent. Pearl Thusi plays titular character Queen Sono and Kate Liquorish's…
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When will Nigeria stop stigmatizing suicide and suicidal people?
Last weekend, there were two high profile suicides. One was of Caroline Flack, the former presenter of viral reality show 'Love Island'; a show voraciously consumed by young Nigerians at…
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Queen Sono’s Enhle Maphumulo & Khathu Ramabulana are TV’s most charismatic couple
As part of YNaija's coverage of the launch of Queen Sono, the first Netflix original scripted series from Africa, our editors joined a roundtable of journalists from across the continent to speak…
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11 Odd stories is the fix of randomness you need
Is there really space for a web show with a relatively unknown Gen-Z audience, random questions about life and love and off the cuff answers? 11 Odd Stories is gambling that there…
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Its been 3 years since #EndSARS began & we are no closer to reform
This week, footballer Tiamiyu Kazeem became the latest hashtag in a long and depressing string of abuses of power by the Nigerian Police, especially the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS). SARS…
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Arese Ugwu’s smart money franchise is coming to the small screen
First there were the teasers on Instagram, then the unofficial unveilings of the cast, and now we are getting an official statement. Arese Ugwu, financial expert and author of viral…
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New Zamfara state probe reveals more skeletons in Yari’s closet
Graft is a feature of Nigerian governance. It corrupts every part of the governing process, from the local government chairman to the presidency. Just yesterday, governance non-profit BudgIT released statistics…
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Throwback: ‘Daybreak in Udi’ was the first Nigerian language film to win an Oscar
There is so much about the history of Nigerian media and specifically Nigerian cinema that was lost during the decade of cultural decline. In the late 1970's to mid 1980's,…
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Privilege corrupts everything in Nigeria, even getting an I.D card
Yesterday, the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) put up this post announcing that Nigerian born British boxer Anthony Joshua had recently registered for his national identity number and card. This…
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Journalists are trying to take over the government in Cross River; they need support
Agba Jalingo, one of several journalists and prisoners of conscience, was released on bail on Cross River State yesterday after spending five months in detention on charges of treason, treasonable…
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TIERS is taking on conversion therapy in a new research project
When we discuss human rights, especially for people in minority communities, it is hard to have a robust conversation without referencing The Initiative For Equal Rights (TIERS). TIERS has been…
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Following report exposing corruption TETFUND revokes funding for Nigerian lecturers
Nigerian lecturers are about to learn the hard way that 'there is rice at home'. Last we wrote about how the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND), the country's premiere funding…
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Uber & Taxify have no place in @JideSanwoolu’s mega-city
Over the last 3 weeks the Lagos state government has made life extremely difficult for poorer Lagosians. Starting with the forced evictions of 21 waterside communities by the Lagos state…
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Anthill studios is combining animation with social media on ‘AngryBeckySeries’
Anthill Studios might be best known for their boundary pushing filmmaking and their roster of young directors like Isioma Osaje and Akay Mason (who made AMVCA nominated Elevator Baby), but…
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Meet QUEEN & SLIM: Coming to a Filmhouse & other cinemas near you.
Filmhouse Cinemas together with Universal Music Group and partners are proud to present the official screening of Queen and Slim. Starring Oscar nominee Daniel Kaluuya (Get Out), Queen & Slim…
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First they came for #Okadas, now they’re coming for your SIM cards
If there is one trait the Nigerian government shares across federal, state and local government levels, it is their unrealistic policies. Last year the Federal government closed the borders because…
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Social Media Week Lagos is 2 weeks away and these are the panels we are excited for
The 2020 Social Media Week Lagos is already upon us. It feels like just a few months ago when all the media folk of Lagos gathered together to network and…
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Forget innovation, Nigerian universities must first conquer corruption
As the world scrambles to uncover a lasting cure for the new Coronavirus (which is a mutated strain of the common cold), many have asked what Nigeria's academic institutions are…
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Lai Mohammed is taking his role as minister of (mis)information very seriously
If we had to rank the injustices Nigerians have had to endure during President Buhari's government, we would choose the blatant lack of regard for our collective intelligence as the…
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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