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Opinion: Orji Uzor Kalu, Ifeanyi Ubah- mismatching funds, mismatching opportunities

Dr. Cosmas Maduka of Coscharis Group would readily affirm his business relationship with Dr. Ifeanyi Patrick Ubah of Oil Force Limited is his worst since his decision to be an entrepreneur. He had recently made a veiled remark to that relationship in a recent interview he granted a Nigerian tabloid. This morning, I recalled the... Read More

Opinion: Electoral Abracadabra and the tale of two LGAs

Desperation to win elections in Nigeria is not in decline one bit. After the gracefulness of accepting defeat without a whimper by Goodluck Jonathan last year, one thought that politicians would take a cue and begin to take it easy with trying to win elections by all means- the do or die syndrome. My hope... Read More

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Opinion: Nigerian army, its charm offensive and civilian-military relations

The Nigerian Army in the last one month have been on the “charm offensive” to improve its human rights records and reinvigorate its Civil-Military Relations (CMR). This can be seen under the leadership of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt-Gen. Tukur Buratai through the re-absorption of some dismissed soldiers and officers accused of acts... Read More

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Opinion: Religion, tribe and culture as barriers in Nigerian relationships

“Daddy there is something else which bothers me. I’m in love with one charming young lady from this place (Southern Nigeria).”- YAShuaib December, 1992 The above quote were the exact words in my harmless and innocent “Open Letter to My Parentsin the North” during my youth service. The letter which was published in some national... Read More

Opinion: The problem with sit-tight Presidents in Africa

Yahya Jammeh is seeking a fifth presidential term in the December polls. The 50-year-old President of Gambia took over the reins of power in a bloodless coup in 1994 at the age of 29. He has since held on to power in the small African country, winning successive elections reportedly marred by massive irregularities. But... Read More

Commentary: Before everyone in Rivers is killed

I have no doubt in my mind that Gov. Nyesom Wike of Rivers state is a tragic hero. Taking full control of primitive power after a recently dubious and highly contestable supreme Court judgement, Rivers, in the words of Karl Maier, is a house that’s fallen. Just like what Adolf Hitler did to the Jews,... Read More

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Opinion: How to rehabilitate Nigeria’s IDPs

Internally Displaced Persons in Nigeria suffer disproportionately from different problems such as malnutrition, sickness, insecurity in the camps, lack of access to education, idles among others. The vulnerability of displaced persons is a major reason why sustainable strategies for rehabilitation must be considered and implemented at the shortest delay possible. These strategies will provide broad... Read More

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Kemi Adeosun: Making every naira count and building the economy Nigeria deserves

Economists have long found Nigeria to be something of a conundrum. The macro picture has always appeared compelling – large population, oil reserves, mineral reserves, endless tracts of arable land, land and sea borders for regional domination. Indeed the absurdity of our under-performance is only surpassed by our ability to accurately quantify our losses and... Read More

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Opinion: Ese Oruru- Only one in a million cases of child abuse, forced marriage

The issue of child abuse in Nigeria is obviously getting to be a normal thing. Fundamental rights of children are been encroached on without any apology and appropriate sanction. And this is so, not because we have bad laws, but strictly because those in ‘High Places’ are involve in this shameful and harmful act. As... Read More

Femi Fani-Kayode: The sons Of Futa Jalon and their intentions for Nigeria (Part 2)

On October 2nd 2014, Alhaji Aliyu Gwarzo, a prominent Fulani leader from Kano, said the following words to Pointblanknews Magazine. He said: “When I say that the Presidency must come to the north next year I am referring to the Hausa-Fulani core north and not any northern Christian or Muslim minority tribe.” Read Part 1... Read More

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‘Why do you have to pose nude at 35?’ | Piers Morgan pens scathing article on Kim K (READ)

British media personality, Piers Morgan has written an article, criticising reality TV star Kim Kardashian-West over her ‘un-liberating’ nude selfie. ‘My advice to those who think they have to take off their clothes to be a star,’ observed Mae West, ‘is once you’re boned, what’s left to create the illusion? Let ‘em wonder. I never... Read More

Review: Korede Bello’s ‘Mungo Park’ is another beautiful nonsense

“Shey you wan discover Mungo Park?” No doubt, Mavin Records gives beautiful works at times but, truth be told, some of the singles we get from Mavin Records acts can be best tagged as “Beautiful Nonsense.” Korede Bello hits us with another single, we like the vibe, the ‎comic visuals, the amazing production which again, caps Don Jazzy as a well nurtured... Read More

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Demola Rewaju: For PDP, the struggle continues

The decision to become politically active is often immediately succeeded by the choice of a political association to identify with and that choice, casually made by some must be based on a long term outlook of the political future and one’s role in it. The biggest determiner in this decision should always be one’s core... Read More

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Opinion: Islamic radicalisation and the cowards of faith

Religion is one of the greatest institutions created by man. For instance, Islam is defined as a “religion of peace” but you will find in the Quran some passages as violent as this: ”And when the sacred months are passed, kill those who join other gods with Allah wherever ye shall find them; and seize... Read More

Buhari, Christianity, Fayose, islam, Religion

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Opinion: The plight of women and children in Nigeria’s IDP camps

This piece is to mark 2016 International Women’s Day Celebrations and to remind the government and relevant authorities that in the midst of the celebrations going on globally today, some women and children are in deplorable conditions in some organized and unorganized displaced persons camps world over, including Nigeria. Internally displaced persons (IDPs) are persons... Read More

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Opinion: Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso and the people of Kano

Senator Mohammed Rabiu Musa popularly known as Kwankwaso is the immediate past governor of Kano, he was a former deputy speaker in the Federal house of representatives, a former special adviser in the government of Chief Olusegun Aremu Matthew Okikiola Obasanjo. He also served the country as a defence minister from 2003-2007, he was one... Read More

Opinion: What Nigeria must do about Shiites, Islamic extremism and terrorism

Since December 16, 2015, what has become evident in the way that religious extremism is being understood in our country is the seeming metamorphosis that begins from movements with original sincere religious intentions and then graduates into a state in itself without obedience to laws of the land and regard for authority in the societies... Read More

‘Arunma Oteh, Tara Fela-Durotoye, Yasmine Belo-Osagie & more | These are Nigeria’s 100 Most Inspiring Women – #YWomen100 #LLA100Women

In its quest to inspire a generation of women to do greater things in diverse fields of endeavour, Y!/YNaija.com, in partnership with Leading Ladies Africa project brings you Nigeria’s 100 Most Influential Women – #YWomen100. In its second year, this list spotlights women who have made incredible strides in their personal and professional lives – overcoming... Read More

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Femi Fani-Kayode: The sons of Futa Jalon and their intentions for Nigeria (Part 1)

“The new nation called Nigeria should be an estate of our great grandfather Uthman Dan Fodio. We must ruthlessly prevent a change of power. We use the minorities in the North as willing tools and the South as a conquered territory and never allow them to rule over us and never allow them to have... Read More

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‘Focus on spirituality and leave politics alone’ | State of the Church Report (READ)

Alder Consulting, Nigeria’s leading creative intelligence firm recently launched its State of the Church Report at the social media week event of The Elevation Church, Lagos. The report is a compilation of generational perceptions of the Nigerian Church and provides the Church with invaluable feedback and data. The Report highlights the demographic distribution of those... Read More

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Bayo Oluwasanmi: The return of clueless David Mark to the Senate

Senator David Mark (PDP, Benue South) is back at the senate after a slim victory in the February 20 re-run election against challenger Daniel Onjeh of All Progressives Congress (APC). Mark, a former senate president, won the re-run election with 84,192 votes to Onjeh’s 71,621 votes. The election of Mark was annulled following charges of... Read More

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NPFL Match Day 5 Review: Enyimba sink to new low | Lagos derby ends in stalemate | More Stories

Another league leader emerged at the end of hostilities in the 5th week of NPFL actions. Enugu Rangers rose to the summit of the league after defeating Wikki Tourist on Saturday. They lead the table due to a superior goal difference, ahead of Kano Pillars and MFM FC who have 10 points as well. No... Read More

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‘Rebranding’ | Charles Novia’s take on the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards 2016 (READ)

A motley crowd of influential Nollywood practitioners gathered in small groups, down at the Pool Bar at the Eko Hotels and Suites just a few minutes after the 2016 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards ended before 10 pm C.A.T. And as I mingled from one huddle to the other, what one could pick out was... Read More