Category: Deep Dive

Multiple blasts in Maiduguri, attack on Governor’s convoy; do we still need to be patient with the Service Chiefs?

Nigeria is no stranger to attacks or explosions on special days, especially during significant religious celebrations. Maiduguri, the Borno capital appears to be at the center of these attacks in…

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FEAR WOMEN

Why do men want to make the ‘fear women’ phrase valid?

Women and girls in recent times have had a heavy rotation of attention channeled towards them. From fighting for their rights to calling out social injustices targeted at them, a…

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Boko Haram

Boko Haram is showing more audacity, as seen in fresh attacks

The scourge of the Boko Haram is one thing that many Nigerians would agree has been felt for many years. The terrorist group has over time, inflicted pain, misery, and…

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George Floyd

Should we praise the Mbaise Community for the stunt with George Floyd?

Nothing can be any more surprising on Nigerian Twitter. This online community has given a platform for users with similar interests to talk about almost anything. While this is remarkable…

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Akin Adeshina

Akin Adesina’s win is a victory for every upright Nigerian

An independent review panel led by an ex-Irish President, Mary Robinson, against the Africa Development Bank (AfDB), has exonerated President of the multilateral lender, Akinwunmi Adesina, of all charges. It…

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#ChallengeAccepted: Why women are sharing black and white photos of themselves

Over the past few days, Instagram has been flooded with photos of women in monochrome images gushing over themselves and passing the baton to other women to do same as…

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Schools Reopening

Schools reopening in Nigeria and why it matters

The Federal Government has announced August 4, 2020, as the resumption date for students in Secondary School graduating classes across the country. The information was made public by the Director…

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Funsho Williams

Funsho Williams: 14 years after, conversation on unearthing murderers of Lagos politician resurfaces

Anthony Olufunsho Williams was an influential Lagos politician and former Commissioner under Colonel Olagunsoye Oyinlola's Military Administration in Lagos. Murdered in his Lagos home on the 27th of July, 2006,…

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Genevieve Nnaji

Genevieve Nnaji’s brand of feminism shouldn’t offend anyone, but here we are

Nollywood star actress and producer, Genevieve Nnaji has been a celebrity favourite for years now - from star appearances in Nollywood movies to her chic style in fashion, her social life…

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Heard of the “Nimbe” story? | Here’s why Nigerians are talking about it

Reality, they say, is stranger than fiction. While this may be true, this fact shouldn't make us shy away from telling our stories, no matter how bizarre. We all go…

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#NDDCProbe: Akpabio finally releases names of contract beneficiaries, but what next?

For as many who have been following the National Assembly probe of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) probe which has the Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Godswill Akpabio at…

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Kiki Mordi

As Segalink mounts an offensive against Kiki Mordi, we must begin to question motive

Nigerian journalist, Kiki Mordi has, in recent times, lent her platform to conversations centered around rape, abuse and violence as it concerns Nigerians. One noteworthy thing about the ‘sex-for-grades’ journalist…

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Big Brother Naija Saturday Party

Everything you missed from the first BBNaija ‘Saturday Night Party’

The Big Brother Naija show is undoubtedly Nigeria’s most-watched reality TV show. Barely a week old, BBN lockdown has gotten a lot of Nigerians engaged on social media as many…

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What is the Petroleum Industry Bill and why are Nigerians clamouring for it?

“The Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) will improve governance of the sector by strengthening institutions in the areas of clarity of structures, roles, accountability, transparency, and overall efficiency and effectiveness,”  the…

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Kiki Mordi: The cheering crowd is now throwing stones

Nigerian journalist and media personality, Kiki Mordi, arrived a glistening warrior in the wake of her “Sex for Grades” documentary; an expose documentary that shed light on the sexual harassment…

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Kaduna

How many deaths will it take for succour to finally arrive in Southern Kaduna?

Bandit attack? Check! Gruesome massacre pictures? Check! Social media outrage? Check! Trending hashtag? Check! Intentional change?... Intentional change?. The rash of violent attacks that have been meted on the indigenes…

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NIPOST Courier Charges: How the government is suffocating Nigerians

Barely three days ago, the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) announced a new directive; mandating landlords and property agents to charge six per cent stamp duty on all tenancy and…

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#BBNaija: Culture Minister, Lai Mohammed reportedly made moves to stop show from airing

The Big Brother Naija show since its debut season has become the biggest reality TV show in the country. It has spawned a number of interesting and entertaining characters, who…

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D'banj and Seyitan

D’banj and Seyitan reportedly find common ground in rape saga

There is always a huge interest garnered towards rape accusations, both for the accused and the accuser. While these cases are taken extremely seriously, it is imperative to note that…

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Dismissal of fraud complaint against ‘Woodberry;’ End of the road or fight for another day?

From personal experiences and stories that circulate in the media, the justice system in Nigeria is largely seen as abysmal and majority of citizens hold the opinion that justice in…

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Missing N100bn: The NEDC has a dozen of questions to answer and we all should be concerned

Another week is coming to an end, but the hunt for corrupt politicians and enablers in the country continues. In the space of four weeks, Nigerians have been entertained with…

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Social media users are tweeting as historical bible figures and there’s much to learn

An innocuous tweet has exploded most definitely beyond the original poster’s expectations. And while a global Twitter community is having a field day commenting under it and quoting it with…

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NDDC: Akpabio insists on withholding documents allegedly indicting lawmakers

Although majority of Nigerians agree that corruption exists not just in the Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) but across the various arms of government, recent developments involving the Niger Delta…

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Reactions trail FIRS directive to landlords and property agents to charge tenants 6% stamp duty

Nigerians on Twitter are this Thursday discussing the latest announcement by the Federal Internal Revenue Service (FIRS), directing landlords and property agents to charge six percent stamp duty on all…

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Chris Ngige

From NDDC to Ngige; is deflecting questions the ‘new normal’ on accountability in ‘high places?’

Nigerians have over the last few weeks been treated to several episodes in the drama around the politics in the country. Interestingly, a huge number of citizens are speaking with…

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FG or Niger Deltans? Nigerians debate who to blame in NDDC saga

Politicians in Nigeria since our independence have struggled with moral decency. This in turn has caused a number of troubling issues. The oil issues of Southern Nigeria is a perfect…

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Deep Dive: What made Jeff Bezos earn double of Dangote’s net worth in a day?

Jeff Bezos got a whole lot richer in one day than Africa's richest man has methodically built himself to become over a lifetime. That is the news that got everyone…

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Akpabio incurs wrath of the House of Reps., but will he bend?

The news of late has been riddled with the interesting stories surrounding the 'Niger Delta Development Commission' NDDC. It began in an interview, where former MD for the NDDC, spilled…

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Igbo Presidency 2023

Presidency 2023 | Igbos are making a case against Nigeria

Before we unravel the many thoughts of Nigerians about the trend that have sparked a debate on the chances of an Igbo president come election 2023, or the idea that…

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NNPC corruption

Just like the NDDC, Nigerians want a probe of the NNPC

Corruption in Nigeria is an old song that Nigerians know its harmony too well. With every passing administration, one thing is always promised - 'we are going to fight corruption…

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