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‘It’s embarrassing for Aregbesola to be begging CBN for another bailout’ – PDP
The Peoples Democratic Party in Osun state has criticised the Governor, Rauf Aregbesola for allegedly begging the Central Bank of Nigeria to release fresh bailout funds. The opposition party made…
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Yahaya Bello sacks permanent secretaries, Accountant-General, many others
Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has suspended all the permanent secretaries and heads of parastatals in the state civil service directing them all to go on 30-day compulsory/retirement leave. This…
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‘It must be a magic arrest’ | Major-General Letam Wiwa denies being in EFCC custody
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has revealed that a former director of the Directorate of Military Intelligence (DMI), Letam Wiwa, was never arrested over his alleged involvement in…
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‘Biafrans will be in the mode of self defence from Wednesday’ – IPOB
Members of the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB) have communicated their resolve to start carrying arms from Wednesday February 17 'in self-defence’. The pro-Biafra group made its position known in…
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THE YNAIJA TRACKLIST: ‘Violent herdsmen aren’t Nigerians’ | Donald Trump lied | APC suspends party chieftain | More stories
Boko Haram attacks Borno villages, kills 30. This Day Over 300 PDP members defect to APC in Delta. Vanguard Somalia president says Boko Haram insurgents are trained in Somalia. Nation…
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1500 Niger Delta militants agree to surrender to federal government
Not less than 1500 Niger Delta militants have expressed their readiness to embrace amnesty and surrender arms to the federal government due to the intervention of the Minister of State…
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Senate has not postponed 2016 budget passage indefinitely – Ali Ndume
Majority leader of the Senate, Ali Ndume has issued some clarification regarding the passage of the 2016 budget. Senator Ndume on Sunday, disclosed that the upper chamber of the national…
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Wike bans Okada riders from operating at night
The Rivers state government has given a bitter Valentine's Day gift to commercial motorcyclists in the state. Governor, Nyesom Wike, has banned the nighttime operation and commercial activities of the…
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Seriake Dickson inaugurated for second term in office (PHOTOS)
The incumbent governor of Bayelsa state, Seriake Dickson, has been sworn in for a second term in office. The ceremony, which is being held at the Samson Siasia Sports Complex,…
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Why 9 Vice Chancellors of Jonathan’s universities were sacked
The Secretary-General, Committee of Vice-Chancellors, Michael Faborode, has revealed that the tenure of some of his colleagues that were recently sacked- was due to expire on Monday, February 15. It…
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‘Wike climbed into power over dead bodies, bloods of human beings’ – Itse Sagay
The Head of Presidential Anti-corruption Committee, Itse Sagay, has stated that the rulings that declared winners without elections in Rivers and Akwa Ibom state in spite of extensive evidences of…
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Buhari attends Murtala Mohammed 40th memorial lecture (PHOTOS)
President Muhammdu Buhari on Saturday, attended the 40th Memorial Lecture of deceased former Head of State, Murtala Mohammed. Also in attendance at the event which took place at the Transcorp…
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Only NAMA is being investigated, not the aviation sector – EFCC
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has said that it is only investigating the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) in the aviation sector and not the entire sector. This…
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APC not nervous over Supreme Court ruling – Odigie-Oyegun
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) John Odigie-Oyegun, has said that the party is not nervous or bothered about the Supreme Court’s ruling which favored the Peoples…
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THE YNAIJA TRACKLIST: Fayose ready for EFCC, ICPC | Juta might emerge as PDP national chairman | Ben Bruce denies saying Kashamu should be jailed | More stories
Wike suspends Commissioner for Finance, Accountant-General. Punch Juta may likely be selected for the position of PDP national chairman. This Day 6 pipeline vandals arrested by NSCDC in Delta. Leadership…
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Amnesty Office spent N12.9bn on contracts, not N48bn – Paul Boroh
The Coordinator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, Paul Boroh has denied reports that the Amnesty office spent N48 billion in five months. Boroh, who is also the Special Adviser to…
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The ‘Music, Sex and I’ event is finally here
Creative Black E.A has taken it upon itself to sensitize Nigerian youths about the basic things there is to know about sex especially in this season when love is in…
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THE YNAIJA TRACKLIST: FG to employ 50,000 teachers | Bloomberg gearing to run for president | Kashamu in the clear | More stories
Abba Dabo denies being arrested by EFCC over $2.1 bilion arms deal. Vanguard Magu says top lawyers are trying to frustrate anti- corruption war. Leadership Ex-NAF chief, Amosu, N5bn houses…
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58 killed, 78 injured in Tuesday’s attack of IDP camp in Borno
Two female suicide bombers on Tuesday, penetrated an Internally Displaced Persons camp in Dikwa, Borno, attacking and killing 58 persons and leaving 78 injured. The attack occurred when the IDPs…
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How stepfather impregnated, ‘threatened to kill’ 13-year-old stepdaughter
A 13 year old girl identified as Odunayo was allegedly raped and impregnated by her stepfather, Femi Orojo, in Okitipupa town, Ondo state. Orojo was alleged to have molested his…
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Aiki Nigeria to hold basic ICT training in Ogbomosho
Today, having basic computer skils isn’t an option but a necessity. Aiki Nigeria brings to you a FREE 2 days Basic ICT training in Ogbomoso, Oyo state. Avail yourself the…
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Akwa Ibom governor, Emmanuel Udom celebrates Supreme Court victory (PHOTOS)
To celebrate the Supreme Court ruling that validated his election, Akwa Ibom state governor, Emmanuel Udom, on Wednesday, held a a thanksgiving service at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo,…
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Innoson produces parts for Nigerian Airforce fighter jets
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Vice Marshal Sadique Baba Abubakar has applauded the management of Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Company for its support to the military by providing technical support…
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Why dismissed soldiers won’t be reabsorbed- Military
The Nigerian Army has reaffirmed its decision not to reabsorb the 250 soldiers recently dismissed for failing to join their colleagues posted to the North East. The Acting Director of…
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THE YNAIJA TRACKLIST: Home of Jonathan’s associate, raided | 50 killed in Zamfara | Trump, Sanders share spoils in New Hampshire | More stories
Buhari denies calling Nigerians criminals. Leadership Otedola to testify against Farouk Lawan in bribery trial. YNaija Ndume says Saraki won't resign until... Vanguard Jonathan’s associate, AJ Turner’s residence raided by…
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Wike secretly met with Supreme Court Justices in Dubai, Saudi Arabia – Dakuku Peterside
THE governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress in the 2015 election in Rivers State, Dakuku Peterside, has accused Governor Nyesom Wike, of being aware of the Supreme Court ruling…
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Cross River governor forfeits salary; deputy, commissioners follow suit
Cross River State governor, Ben Ayade, has reportedly forfeited 80 per cent of his salary in order to accommodate the expansion of his government. His deputy governor, Ivara Esu, also…
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Nigeria’s top 100 innovators to converge for the 2016 edition of #YTech100 in Lagos
Nigeria’s most innovative personalities are set to gather for the third edition of #YTech100, an annual networking event honouring the brightest and best in Nigeria’s technology eco-system. The event which…
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‘Metuh converted N50m out of Dasuki’s N400m for personal use’ – Witness
The 8th witness has testified against the spokesman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Olisa Metuh, at the resumed session of his money laundering trial. The witness, a detective with…
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Cultists blow up pipeline in Rivers as Army blames ‘some politicians’
Another pipeline belonging to Nigeria Agip Oil company in Port Harcourt, Rivers state has been destroyed by suspected cultists. The 2 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, disclosed this on Monday,…
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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