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ISIS celebrates Manchester attack, claims responsibility
by Omoleye Omoruyi Islamist terror group, Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIS), has claimed responsibility for the Manchester Arena terror attack that claimed the lives of 22 people…
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UPDATE: 23-year-old arrested in connection with Manchester attack
by Omoleye Omoruyi A 23-year-old man has been arrested on Tuesday in connection with the Manchester Arena terror attack that happened after Ariana Grande's concert. The attack claimed 22 lives,…
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Final year OAU student stabbed to death
by Omoleye Omoruyi A final year student of Dramatic Arts, Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has been reportedly stabbed to death last week on Wednesday evening. Punch reports that Ayoola…
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Just In: British PM, Theresa May speaks on Manchester terror attack
by Omoleye Omoruyi British Prime Minister, Theresa May condemns the Manchester Arena terror attack, describing it as the worst attack the city and indeed the United Kingdom has experienced in…
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“Evil losers”! | Trump reacts to Manchester terror attack (WATCH)
by Omoleye Omoruyi United States President, Donald Trump, has, on Tuesday, reacted to the Manchester Arena terror attack, which killed 22, leaving 59 injured, including children. In his speech in…
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“One day we go get sense” | Ogundamisi tweets on Zimbabwean pastor who claims to have God’s phone number
by Omoleye Omoruyi Social media activist Kayode Ogundamisi posted a video on Twitter on Tuesday, showing a pastor who claims he has God's direct phone number. Kayode tweeted, "Africa my…
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Former Gambian dictator, Jammeh, allegedly stole $50m
by Omoleye Omoruyi Another African president has been caught with his fingers in the country's cookie jar, allegedly. This time it's Gambia’s former president, Yahya Jammeh who has been reportedly…
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UPDATE: Children among those killed as Manchester attack victims rise to 22
by Omoleye Omoruyi Twenty-two people are now confirmed dead and 59 others injured in a suspected terror attack at Manchester Arena after an Ariana Grande concert. The suspected terror attack includes the…
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YNaija Tracklist | Suspected terror attack reported in Manchester Arena | DPR to spend N828m on travels, others | More stories
From the papers this morning - a tracklist. Muslim groups call for shift of NYSC orientation to after Ramadan - YNaija Dasukigate: EFCC seizes 18 house from Dasuki associates -…
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2017 Budget: ‘We are studying the appropriation bill’ – Ministry
by Omoleye Omoruyi The Ministry of Budget and National Planning has said it is studying the 2017 Appropriation Bill presented to the Acting President, Yemi Osinbajo, on Friday, the Punch reports. The study…
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“I am so sorry” | Ariana Grande heartbroken after Manchester Arena explosion
by Omoleye Omoruyi US singer, Ariana Grande, has expressed her shock following the suspected terrorist attack at the Manchester Arena during her concert. About 19 people are reported to have…
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19 dead, 50 injured in suspected terror attack after Ariana Grande’s concert at Manchester Arena
by Omoleye Omoruyi Nineteen people have been killed and about 50 injured in a suspected terror attack at Manchester Arena, BBC reports. The blast which happened on Monday followed a…
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2017 Budget: DPR to expend N828m for travels, others
by Omoleye Omoruyi The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR), is expected to spend N828.53 million on travels; local and international, software acquisition, research and development, fire prevention equipment, and others in 2017.…
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Dasukigate: EFCC seizes 18 houses from Dasuki’s associate
by Omoleye Omoruyi The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has, as reported seized 18 houses in an estate allegedly belonging to Alh. Aliyu Usman, an associate of the former…
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Muslim groups call for shift of NYSC orientation till after Ramadan
by Omoleye Omoruyi Da’Wah Co-Ordination Coordination council of Nigeria, a coalition of Muslim groups, has asked that the Acting President, Yemi Osinbajo, to shift the date for the planned National…
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Man, 31, beats parents for their inability to provide him food
by Omoleye Omoruyi Mohammed Luqman, 31, was on Monday, arraigned at the Grade 1 Area Court at Karu in Abuja, for allegedly beating up his parents. The parents, Musa and Amina…
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Dad finds his £5,500 ripped to pieces by son in China
by Omoleye Omoruyi A Chinese man, Gao, came in after his son's playtime and discovered his banknotes torn to pieces across his bed and floor in China, Metro reports. Gao…
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Indonesian police arrests 141 over gay claims
by Omoleye Omoruyi The Police in Indonesia have arrested 141 men who reportedly attended a 'gay sex party' in the capital Jakarta on Sunday, BBC reports. The report says the…
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“They should not try it” | Tinubu warns against any coup
by Omoleye Omoruyi National Leader of All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has reproved the military against any coup attempt, saying Nigerians would not sit and watch it…
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Fayose constitutes panel to probe Fayemi
by Omoleye Omoruyi Governor of Ekiti state, Ayodele Fayose, has set up a panel to probe the former governor, Kayode Fayemi, who is the current minister of solid minerals and development.…
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Supreme Court dismisses Sheriff’s motion to stop Makarfi’s appeal
by Omoleye Omoruyi The Supreme Court led by Justice Walter Onnoghen has struck out the application of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) chairman, Senator Ali Modu Sheriff, asking the court…
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Just In: Tinubu warns military against alleged coup
by Omoleye Omoruyi The rumours about a potential coup is rattling cages all over Nigeria. National party leader of the APC, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has warned the military against any…
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1999 constitution cause of recession not Buhari – Bisi Akande
by Omoleye Omoruyi Former Osun State governor, Chief Bisi Akande, has blamed the current economic recession and poverty in Nigeria on the failure of the 1999 Nigerian constitution. Speaking in…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should monitor today
These are the top five stories you should be monitoring today. 1. Drake sweeps 13 awards at the 2017 Billboard Music Awards | Here is the full list of winners…
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The YNaija Tracklist: | Politicians go extra miles to ensure Buhari’s death – Media aide | Banks earn N138bn from alerts, e-services | More stories
From the papers this morning - a tracklist. We haven't started dealing with Nigeria's disease - Okorocha - YNaija Politicians go extra lengths to ensure Buhari's death - YNaija 'No shop in…
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Airline slashes fares for Abuja-London route
by Omoleye Omoruyi British Airways Regional Commercial Manager, West Africa, Kola Olayinka has announced, on Sunday, in Lagos, that customers flying British Airways through its Abuja-London route (and vice versa)…
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Recruitment: Nigerian Army announces date for screening
by Omoleye Omoruyi The Nigerian Army, through the Chief of Administration, Major-General I. M. Alkali, has announced its zonal screening for the 76th regular recruitment intake for trades/non-trades men and…
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We haven’t started dealing with Nigeria’s disease – Okorocha
by Omoleye Omoruyi The Imo Governor, Rochas Okorocha, has called for partnership with Northern Nigeria, in order that education be transferred to the North and farmers transferred to Southern Nigeria.…
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Politicians go extra lengths to ensure Buhari’s death – Media Aide
by Omoleye Omoruyi President Muhammadu Buhari’s Personal Assistant on Social Media, Lauretta Onochie, on Sunday, alleged that some Nigerian politicians travelled to Niger Republic and India among other countries to hire marabouts,…
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‘No shop must be open in Nnewi on May 30’ – Nnamdi Kanu allegedly orders (WATCH)
by Omoleye Omoruyi In celebration of fallen Biafran heroes, supporters gathered the Central Church Nnewi, asking that their members close their shops to join the celebration taking place on May…
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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