Author: Omoleye Omoruyi

YNaija 99 - Politics

#YNaijaPolitics99: 99 Nigerians shaping the political landscape (II)

Politics all over the world play the most critical role in driving national development, but behind the structures, institutions, and organisations geared towards the achievement of the same are actors…

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YNaija 99 - Politics

#YNaijaPolitics99: 99 Nigerians shaping the political landscape (I)

Politics all over the world play the most critical role in driving national development, but behind the structures, institutions, and organisations geared towards the achievement of the same are actors…

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#YNaija2023: The next election is not zoning or progress, it is power play and Nigerians are the puns

#YNaija2023: The next election is not zoning or progress, it is power play and Nigerians are the pawns

As with other elections that have happened in the past, the 2023 general elections is as serious as it gets. In fact, before now, there were talks that the election…

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Mustapha Gajibo: The electric vehicle maker selling ‘endless possibilities’

We could just say 'tech' and end the story like that, knowing that technology has made the 21st century the best time to exist. But, there's more yet to be…

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#YNaija2023

#YNaija2023: We profile the biggest players in the presidential race

Having listed Nigerians who are aspirants of the presidential seat in the 2023 general elections, the PDP heavyweights, and the APC candidates, we highlight the four biggest candidates across four…

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#YNaija2023: See the APC presidential candidates who want Buhari’s job

Bola Ahmed Tinubu Yahaya Bello Orji Kalu Rochas Okorocha David Umahi Ibinabo Joy Dokubo Rotimi Amaechi

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#YNaija2023: Meet the PDP candidates who have big dreams for Nigeria

Hon. Dr. Ugochukwu Williams Atiku Abubakar Bala Mohammed Peter Obi  Nyesom Wike Anyim Pius Anyim Mazi Sam Ohuabunwa Udom Emmanuel  Bukola Saraki Aminu Tambuwal Nwachukwu Anakwenze Muhammad Hayatudeen Ayodele Fayose

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Nigerians, including Dr Chinelo, have lost their lives, others kidnapped at the Kaduna train attack as insecurity continues to thrive in Nigeria | Buhari stays quiet

The victims of the Kaduna-Abuja train attack weren't the first, and sadly won't be the last from the look of things. Nigerians aren't safe, anyone can be the next victim…

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Nigerian CEOs are the conversation, but what is workplace toxicity?

The conversation today is Nigerian CEOs, but this time, it is mostly negative stories - of toxicity, delayed salaries, dishonesty, excessive micro-managing, and underemployment. Many times indeed, employees cannot come…

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China reportedly stops loans to Nigeria, country explores other options; 35-year-old Daniel joins presidential race | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top news stories you shouldn’t miss: Electoral Act 2022 make rigging almost impossible — Abaribe Senate Minority…

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Exclusive: Seun Fakorede teaches young Nigerians what it means to be a Politician and how to do it

Seun Fakorode's conversations about politics mostly lean towards service. But, when you gather ten Nigerian politicians, you may not find more than two of them who understand that their role…

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A Twitter user has told us how she’ll help her partner this trying period, be like her

Buying fuel these days is war. Hoping to have power is another war. Going to the market with a budget is a wrong decision these days. Trying to live a…

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This Android vs iPhone comparison, related to racism, is the most interesting thing you’ll read this month

If you say you're not tired of the Android vs iPhone comparison in Nigeria, you probably still use Web1 and we're tired of you already. The focus of that comparison…

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#BBNaija’s JMK’s story just spotlights people who cannot take ‘rejection’

Besides the fact that the entitlement culture is enough to make a foreigner asks concerning questions, the anti-rejection culture is another conversation. In the corporate world, or in motivational speeches,…

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EFCC arrests Willie Obiano; Tony Elumelu laments increasing poverty, energy crisis | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top news stories you shouldn’t miss: Fiasco happens, then EFCC arrests Willie Obiano The Economic and Financial Crimes…

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6 things we learnt from Tony Elumelu’s comments on Nigeria’s “worse and worse” situation

Tony Elumelu, the economist, philanthropist, owner, Heirs Holdings, and founder of The Tony Elumelu Foundation has called out Nigeria's federal government on suffering that has no end in sight. In a…

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Read how Hushpuppi reportedly stole over $400k while in US federal prison

An agent, Andrew John Innocenti, who claims to be working under the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) of the national government of United States has alleged that alleged internet fraudster,…

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5 Nigerian actors whose influencing power can help brands sell

Actors are the kind of celebrities you see on your screen and want to see more. These people go on to become influencers, and social media is usually their contact…

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‘Fuji music not for touts’, stakeholders say; cooking gas price rises again | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top news stories you shouldn’t miss:  FG to stop payment for unused electricity The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory…

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“I am not your role model” | Rapper, Eva Alordiah talks about virginity in the most interesting way

Elohor Eva Alordiah, co-founder of Kobocourse, a platform to help African content creators easily scale their online coaching business without the usual hassle, is definitely not happy with morality apologists,…

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Even with social intervention programmes, Nigeria’s poverty rate continues to rise – 90 million now

"In February 2022, the consumer price index, (CPI) which measures inflation increased to 15.70 per cent on year-on-year basis. This is 1.63 per cent points lower compared to the rate…

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11 influential OAPs in the Nigerian radio space

These talented, interesting On-Air Personalities (OAPs) are what makes the average listener stay tuned to the stations for hours. Their assets include their voices, charm, presentation skills, intelligence, sensuality (when…

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2Baba donates studio to OAU, Allen Onyema’s company dissolved in the U.S. for alleged fraud | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top news stories you shouldn’t miss: Akwa Ibom teachers start indefinite strike Teachers in public primary and…

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Full story of 14-year-old who killed 6-months baby for ‘spiritual reasons’

If we use either of the words 'tired' or 'sad' or 'angry', we may be trivialising the gravity of the real problems. We are talking of increased ritual killings, body…

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This is why Nigerians may soon start paying ₦120,000 for economy flight ticket

It is currently ₦50,000, but the Chairman of Air Peace, Allen Onyema, has said, during a public hearing by the House of Representatives ad hoc committee investigating the scarcity of…

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7 actresses brands can employ for marketing campaigns

The presence of an actor in a campaign enhances a brand’s distinctive identity. It can provide added value and credibility. Indeed, using a suitable actor can be a powerful tool…

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Lekki-Ikoyi tollgate

LCC to resume tolls on Lekki-Ikoyi Link Bridge; we have three more days to fly – airline operators | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

*Pathologist says Sylvester Oromoni died of acute inflammatory pneumonia | *ASUU extends strike | *Airline operators say available aviation fuel can only last three days | *LCC to resume toll on Lekki-Ikoyi link bridge | *COE, COEASU warn of strike

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Nigeria’s power crisis: The troll called National Grid

If you are a Nigerian who cares so much about power distribution and outages and read it in the news, you may have heard National Grid in many news reports…

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Apart from the myth of a fire-breathing creature, see what a chimera really is

We already started the week with confusion. Many people read the story of the man who turned out to be the 'uncle' of his child, and are already making inferences.…

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GenCos blame ₦1.64trn debt for power crisis, Nigerians pray for Kemi Afolabi over incurable ailment | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Nigerians pray for Kemi Afolabi, UK Government gives Chelsea £110m lifeline, NDLEA traces ₦4.2bn to Abba Kyari, We won’t make 'gunpoint negotiations' with ASUU, GenCos blame ₦1.64trn debt for low power supply

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