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YNaija Says: For Buhari’s government to maintain trust, it needs to cut its costs now
Trust in government may help governments to implement structural reforms with long term benefits... In a low-trust climate, citizens will prioritise immediate, appropriable and partial benefits, and will induce politicians…
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“We are not on strike,” TUC president re-confirms this morning, as strike appears to fail across the nation
by Chi Ibe The Trade Union Congress which made an official statement of disagreement with the strike organized by the Nigerian Labour Congress yesterday, is maintaining its stand this morning.…
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Simon Kolawole: After fuel price increase, our problem may have just begun
by Simon Kolawole Now that the pump price of petrol has nearly doubled, we can officially conclude that President Muhammadu Buhari has finally blinked. For a man of the masses,…
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Dele Momodu: The frequently asked questions by Nigerian youth
by Dele Momodu Fellow Nigerians, let me posit on this page today that Nigeria is in dire new of learned teachers who can imbibe in our youths the spirit of…
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PDP says Fayose is causing confusion in the party
And here we were, thinking the Ekiti governor, Ayodele Fayose is the new soul of the People's Democratic Party (PDP). The national leadership of the party said today that the…
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“The antics of our opponents will be judged” | The Kogi governor comes out kicking and screaming
A Premium Times investigation was searing about the Kogi governor, Yahaya Bello, accusing him, amongst other things on squandering the resources of the state on questionable and frivolous expenditure including…
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Joachim Mac-Ebong: Those attacking #OccupyNigeria 2012 protesters are wrong – very wrong
by Joachim Mac-Ebong This is the morning after the evening before, when the government announced an upward review of petrol prices to a maximum of N145 per litre. Minus some…
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YNaija Approves: Fuel subsidy removal is timely, welcome, and in order
It was inevitable. President Muhammadu Buhari knew it, and anyone who pays more than passing attention to good governance knew it. To keep the fuel subsidy regime or discard the…
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YNaija Editorial: On the budget, our lawmakers have acted like public enemies
The 2016 budget has finally been passed – five months into the New Year. Certainly, spin as it may, the Presidency a huge portion of the blame for the…
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The true story behind the Tiwa Savage interview
by Chi Ibe The reaction of social media has been swift on the matter of ‘that lady that interviewed’ Tiwa Savage, following the accusations of infidelity and neglect by her…
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Ireti Oladapo: The man with a story
His shoulders arched, poised on the walkway of the third mainland bridge, ready to leap into the waters. The looks in his bloodshot eyes mirrored the menacing bayou. He was…
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Wats The Fuss: Nollywood
Nollywood ranks as one of the top movie industries worldwide. However we have out faults, which for some reason remain embraced by Nollywood lovers. This episode attempts to break down…
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Mark Amaza: President Buhari, where is your team?
May 29, 2015 has finally come and gone. Nigerians had been waiting since the presidential elections on March 28 to see President Muhammadu Buhari sworn in. It didn’t matter if…
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Sharron McPherson: The cofoundHER Interview
Former Investment Banker and Wall Street Attorney turned serial Social Impact Entrepreneur, Sharron McPherson’s entrepreneurial journey goes back to the mid ’90s when she started ISES, a successful non-profit organisation…
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Studio of Modé: Mode Aderinokun announces gallery launch
Modebolu Aderinokun is a multidimensional artist. Born in Lagos, Nigeria she attended St. Saviors Primary School, Ikoyi, and then went off to study at the British School of Lome,…
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Chris Attoh & Damilola Adegbite’s steamy Blanck Digital magazine cover that has got everyone talking
Oh yes! Hours ago, hot celebrity couple broke the Nigerian twitter sphere when the cover of 5th edition of the Blanck Digital magazine was unveiled. Now we have more images…
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Be Informed: Oando is selling fuel at N87/litre in Abuja, Lagos, & Port Harcourt
Just a little update from your friendly neighbourhood Oando. Oando fuel stations in Abuja, Lagos and Port Harcourt are selling fuel at the official price of N87/Litre. Below is an…
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Janine Roberts: The cofoundHER Interview
After nine years in a nursing career, Janine Roberts got interested in the packaging industry and chose to take her interest further by getting a diploma in packaging technology. This…
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Shettima says unemployment is the major cause for the trek for Buhari by youth
by Ranti Joseph Finally, someone has reacted to the trekking of some citizens from different places of the country as Governor of Borno state, Kashim Shettima has said that unemployment…
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Buhari appoints Adesina as spokesman
by Ranti Joseph President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed his first set of officials he would work with as he announced the first set of appointments into his administration. Buhari on…
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Ganduje defends Kwankwaso, says it’s no crime for Kwankwaso to leave debt behind
by Ranti Joseph Kano state Governor, Abdullahi Ganduje is defending his immediate past predecessor, former governor of the state, Rabiu Kwankwaso stating that the huge debt totaling N105 billion accrued…
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More voices demand public declaration of assets by Buhari, Osinbajo
by Kolapo Olapoju The demands for the asset declaration of Buhari, Osinbajo, to be made public,- is growing. The President and Vice President, had declared their assets on Thursday, May…
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“Our brother, Goodluck Jonathan refused to listen to us” – Asari Dokubo
by Azubuike Azikiwe Ex-militant leader, Asari Dokubo, says former President Goodluck Jonathan, refused to listen to his counsel and that of others, during the last general elections. According to him,…
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PDP Watchdog blames Buhari, APC for power shortage, among other things
by Kolapo Olapoju A group called ‘PDP Media Watchdog’, believes that the power supply shortage experienced in the country in the past few weeks, has to do with the newly…
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Ambode received a foreign President on his first day on the job (PHOTOS)
by Damilola Jagun Lagos state governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, had an eventful first day in office. Ambode received a lot of visitors, and prominent among them was Namibian President, Dr. Hage Geingob.…
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Wats The Fuss: Fresh off the boat
Wat’s The Fuss? is an online web talk show, where a group of four fabulous and brilliant ladies discuss their views on various issues. Join Gee, Milo, Revy B, and…
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Exclusive: “Chairman is very confused” – Official says Jega is yet to make a decision on election postponement
by Chi Ibe YNaija can confirm that the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Attahiru Jega has yet to make a final decision to postpone the elections. Jega…
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#InCaseYouMissedIt: 10 lessons on trust we learnt from Orji Uzor Kalu this week
by Hauwa Gambo Very early in the week, the former governor of Abia and serial everything from publisher to presidential candidate, Orji Uzor Kalu poured his heart out in a…
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My president is hotter than yours! See how GEJ arrived Germany (PHOTOS)
by Hauwa Gambo Yesterday morning, President Goodluck Jonathan left Nigeria for Germany. On arrival he got hard at work, connecting with the Falconets in Canada and meeting with the diplomatic…
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LOOK: Kutigi hands over final confab report to GEJ
by Hauwa Gambo Yesterday, retired Justice and chairman of the National Conference, Idris Kutigi yesterday wrapped up the talkshop officially by submitting the panel repor - with over 600 resolutions…
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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