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Author: Omoleye Omoruyi
SGF praises Nigeria’s security situation but these cases say otherwise
It is most unlikely that the stories of kidnappings, banditry, body parts harvesting, increased robbery in states like Lagos are exaggerated. In fact, it is true that they are under-reported.…
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Is jail term this former Minister’s attempt at stand up comedy?
“Even me talking to you, what we did to Nigeria, we deserve to be jailed."Ambassador Ibrahim Musa Kazaure If we said we knew how to react to what Ambassador Kazaure…
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#StopBanditry should be an everyday trend and these women’s “we no dey gree” chant is a start
Bandits now operate at will, choosing where and when they want to kill fellow human beings like it's a normal everyday activity. Every other week, a different state reports activities…
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LASG suspends NURTW from parks, garages; FG to remove petrol subsidy in phases | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: 'ASUU yet to meet our demand on UTAS' — FG…
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How rat-killer seller and his 3 kids kidnapped, killed 8-year-old in Oyo
The Nigeria Police Force, Oyo Command, has paraded a father - a rat killer seller - and his three children for allegedly kidnapping and killing an eight-year-old boy, Abdulraheem Bamimore.…
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“That is what we call grace”, “Some of you have no forgiveness” | Nigerians react as murder suspect, Chidinma Ojukwu, wins Miss Cell 2022
In Nigeria, the case is 'the more you look, the more you see'. And, many times, we assume we may have seen all there is to see. But, we could…
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‘ASUU’s UTAS failed integrity tests’, India overtakes Nigeria as poverty capital | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
°ASUU's UTAS failed integrity tests' ° Senate rejects Buhari’s request to amend Electoral Act ° Police say they arrested about 200 bandits between January and March in Kaduna ° Bamise Ayanwola's family demand autopsy report ° India overtakes Nigeria as poverty capital
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There are other meanings of Sapa?
Most times in Nigeria, the first meaning of a word becomes the original meaning, just like names cannot be changed. So, if people have been calling it Damascus, "who are…
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These stories about experiences in LUTH gives an example of Nigeria’s poor health system
Most times, when LUTH enters a conversation, the stories help to highlight how the country's health crisis worsens by the minute. In a 2018 publication, the World Health Organisation…
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Total darkness looms; court sacks Ebonyi governor, others | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: FG gives committee three months to re-negotiate with ASUU The…
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#JusticeForBamise: The BRT bus driver is paraded, LASG’s response, the protest | This is the story so far
Addressing some protesters, including Bamise's sister, who stormed the House to urge the lawmakers to act on the case, the Speaker, Lagos Assembly, sympathised with the family and friends of…
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#YNaijaWomen2022: Kemi Adetiba, Toke Makinwa, Ucy Rochas | The 100 Most Inspiring Nigerian Women
In its quest to inspire a generation of women to do greater things in diverse fields of endeavour, YNaija brings you Nigeria’s 100 Most Inspiring Women – #YNaijaWomen2022. Contained in…
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ASUU shuns renegotiation, Nigeria Air may take off next month | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: AUN approaches returnee Nigerian students from Ukraine The management of…
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Do countries who insist on IELTS see the comprehension problem on social media?
Nigerians have maintained that the compulsory English Proficiency Test requested from Nigerians, and citizens of other Anglophone countries in Africa, seeking to study or work in the United Kingdom, “is…
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#OccupyNASS: Nigerian women lists demands after NASS rejects gender bills
Nigeria Women have vowed to mobilise people to occupy the National Assembly if lawmarkers fail to reconsider its stance on some gender equality and equal opportunity bills. The women who…
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Many 2023 aspirants should have been in jail — Obasanjo | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: Charges against Kyari not meant to scuttle extradition, says NDLEA…
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LASG vows to investigate cheerful fuel-giver but what’s the motive?
Don't you just wonder what motivates some actions? Like...sit in one corner and ask such questions as: "What is the (evil) spirit that led you to do this? Because it…
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We spoke to 5 people who talked about what they can do with “Ordinary 10k”
When we talk 'entitlement' most times, we assume it is men, who will not do the job but think 'privilege' should give them the result. This is the…
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When private individuals do what politicians use as campaign mantra – the Obinna Gabriel way
2023 is here. Nigerian politicians will write on their chalk boards that roads, and boreholes, and tricycles, and grinding machines, and sewing machines are what Nigerians deserve. Why not though?…
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President Buhari’s adviser is either trolling Nigerians or has no idea
I’ve come to knock and ring and tap on your door today, to remind you that it is not all doom and gloom in our country.Femi Adesina, on Facebook, 2022…
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Lawmakers say nay to bill to regulate academic tourism for public officers’ children | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: Lawmakers say nay to bill to regulate foreign education for…
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Power Minister explains reason for poor supply, but this is not the first time
In the dry season, during the rainy season, in harmattan, there is a new excuse, but, loans and more loans are collected every other to 'improve power supply' in the…
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See details of Abba Kyari’s cases, and his extradition
The US government had named the supercop, Abba Kyari, among co-conspirators of Ramon Abass, known as Hushpuppi, in a multi-million dollars money laundering fraud. That had not left the news…
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Sanusi says why he was sacked as Kano emir, CBN governor | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: 200 terrorists killed in three days in Niger State –…
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Days after, FCCPC reacts to airfare hike, gives interim order
In mid-February, passengers in the aviation sector complained bitterly that airfares had been increased by a minimum of 100%, with a one-way economy ticket selling at over ₦50,000. That came…
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#ASUUupdates: From ‘dreadlock’ to ₦92bn to Ngige’s promise | The latest on the ASUU strike
The ASUU-FG debacle has become a spectacle to hide our faces for. The world may be looking at it and be wondering 'why the heck are these men playing with…
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‘Nigerians volunteer to join Ukrainian military against Russia’ | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: Senate passes bill to grant LG financial, administrative autonomy The…
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The Bill to further define acts of torture failed at NASS and we know why
Senate votes against defining acts that constitute torture and degrading treatment. Yes - 76 No - 9 Abstain - 1 Total votes - 86 Total registered votes - 92 The…
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Health Minister makes promises, President Buhari to go on medical tourism immediately after
The Federal Government Monday, February 28, advised Nigerians to seek information on the treatment of some diseases locally before thinking of going abroad. According to the government, the advice became…
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5 reasons brands should use Instagram Reels for campaigns
Brands must keep a watchful eye on platforms that can elevate results, improve customer interactions, and boost positive brand awareness. Reels offers brands engaging features aimed at an audience they…
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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