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2023: Why Nigerian youths must take Senate President Lawan’s challenge as invitation to sweeping reforms
In addition to fighting for an end to police brutality and extra-judicial killings, another critical issue that was prominently discussed during the #EndSARS protest was the high cost of governance…
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#YNaijaSportsExtra: Nigeria’s ‘global dominance’ in sports continues, as athletes of Nigerian origin make the NBA draft
It is becoming increasingly glaring that Nigerians are a very dominant people when it comes to the world of sports. One need not look too deep to see our footprint…
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Kunle Afolayan’s anger is somewhat justified, and it invites us to rethink how we approach works of art
A quoted reply by ace Director, Kunle Afolayan has caused a spirited conversation about what constitutes an appropriate response from creatives to claims of piracy of their creative work. Twitter…
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Dear 2023 Governorship/Presidential Aspirants, Joe Biden has a message for you
The past couple of weeks has seen the world's attention fix on the presidential election in the United States of America with democracies across the world learning one or two…
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Eromz yesterday, Moyin Victor today; the callous persecution of #EndSARS protesters continues | #FreeMoyin
It probably needs no emphasis that Nigerian youths are currently facing a lot of persecution from the government and subordinate agencies. Lives were lost at #LekkiShooting - which is already…
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‘Nigeria signs MoU to import fuel from Niger Republic’ | Is the FG failing to take its own advice?
The Federal government of Nigeria has signed a Memorandum of Understanding for petroleum products transportation and storage with Niger Republic. This deal was brokered between the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation…
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What really is the problem with security details of ‘Nigerian VIPs?’ | Trigger-happiness or incompetence?
According to reports early Friday, a security aide to Femi Gbajabiamila, Speaker of the House of Representatives, allegedly shot a newspaper vendor, identified as Ifeanyi Okereke, in the head. The…
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Bit-by-bit contrast: Here are the major evidences the CNN investigation is bringing forward on #LekkiShooting
Lekki Massacre happened; no, it didn't. That has been the jostle back and forth in the minds of many Nigerians since the unfortunate incident of October 20, 2020. Over a…
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#YNaijaSportsExtra: The Anthony Joshua vs Fury fight is one step closer to becoming a reality
For the past two years now, the biggest story surrounding the world of heavyweight boxing has centred around three key players, Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder, and Nigerians…
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An alleged epidemic may be in Kogi and all eyes must be on the government to act right
If there is one lesson we can learn from the Coronavirus pandemic is the fact that healthcare is easily, if not the single most important sector in any and every…
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Adamu Garba: There’s a nexus between reluctance to accountability and ‘lawsuits’ that encourage same
On the heels of the #EndSARS protest, young Nigerians who took to the streets to demand good governance and an end to police brutality enjoyed massive support from prominent members…
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Journalist, Fisayo Soyombo brings to light; terrible rot in Nigeria’s tertiary health facilities
It is becoming clearer by the day why the political class prefer to jet out to seek medical attention rather than make use of local healthcare facilities which they have…
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ICYMI: CNN presents ‘strong’ report to claim the Nigerian Army callously killed unarmed citizens | #LekkiShooting
On the 20th of October 2020, officers from the Nigerian Army opened fire on unarmed #EndSARS protesters at the Lekki Toll Plaza in Lagos, at about 7pm, and the events…
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#SoroSokeGeneration: Nigerian parents are beginning to support the youth on #EndSARS and it’s delightful
When you click the trending hashtag #SoroSokeGeneration on Twitter, one of the first tweets you'll see is of a viral clip of embattled Activist, Eromosele Adene's Mom in an interview.She…
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How NLC fell from its glorious perch of ‘people-centered’ activism
When it took the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) about three days to respond to the most recent hike in fuel, it only appeared to underpin what Nigerians regard as a…
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Chimamanda Adichie comes under same fire as Rowling over transphobia
There's a popular saying amongst internet users nowadays that speaks to an increase in complexity as one advances in certain situations. "There are levels to this." When it comes to…
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#EndSARS: Deployment of Police to Afrika Shrine is another infringement no one should be quiet about
The Nigerian government seems bent on worsening the situation of young Nigerians following the #EndSARS protest, despite their genuine effort to drive positive change. As young people with a progressive…
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FCTA: If we don’t kill impunity; it will bury the ‘common man’ in Nigeria
Nigerians on social media today were given yet another reason to be outraged for the mere reason of being born a Nigerian, after a viral video showed the unapologetic and…
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Why resignation is alien to the African political culture
In July 2019, Theresa May declared: “…I tried three times. But it is now clear to me that it is in the best interests of the country for a new…
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A full realisation of ASUU’s powers may just be the game changer Nigeria’s Education sector needs
by Alabi Adewale Paul The ongoing strike action by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) is a source of worry to students who have been stopped from receiving lectures…
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The current hike in fuel price signals a need for the local refinement of oil products
On the 11th of November 2020, the Petroleum Products Marketing Company (PPMC), a subsidiary of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) released an internal memo announcing an increase in the…
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#LekkiShooting: The Nigerian Army ties a noose around its neck with its latest revelation on the saga
The Lekki Shooting heralded the end of the #EndSARS protests across the nation as the gruesome killing of the protesters sent chills back the spine of people nationwide. The questions…
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A break down of the Nigerian Army cross-examination before the Panel of Enquiry | #LekkiShooting
Since young Nigerians took to the streets early October to protest against police brutality and impunity, the question of who ordered the shooting of peaceful protesters by security operatives at the Lekki Toll Plaza…
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ICYMI: Nigerian Army testifies before panel of enquiry, reveals more details on #LekkiShooting
The Nigerian Army, Saturday, recounted its side of the story that led to the shooting of peaceful protesters during the #EndSARS campaign, including the role it played at restoring normalcy…
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#FreeEromz: Why government must free Eromosele Adene before it becomes too late
by Alabi Adewale Paul Since the #EndSARS protests came to a halt, the Nigerian government has carried out a number of unlawful acts on those who were actively involved in…
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#EndSARS: 10 powerful lessons from Dele Farotimi’s interview with Arise News
A lot has happened in Nigeria since the #EndSARS protests and various human rights activists have weighed in on the issue. Lawyer and social critic, Dele Farotimi, shared his thoughts…
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#EndSARS: Does supporting a political party disqualify citizens from being activists?
Days ago, some Twitter users unearthed tweets they allegedly linking promoters of the #EndSARS protests to the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP). These tweets had different captions and opinions shared…
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Here’s why Nigeria may end up ‘killing’ the newly launched ‘Assembled-in-Lagos’ Electric cars
by Alabi Adewale Paul Technology in Nigeria has grown in leaps and bounds over the past few years. However, most of these advancements have happened in the space of artificial…
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The Nigeria Police is making efforts at rebranding and here’s our advice
We can say for sure that something did happen with the #EndSARS Protest that rocked Nigeria in October. While Nigerians demanded reform in the police and an end to bad…
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Brymo infuriates fans with tweet on Nigerian albums but here’s what we think
It's always intriguing to see that thousands of people can have a conversation or an argument about a person over a single comment said person made, but such is the…
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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