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Here’s how the #DontLeaveMeChallenge is turning into the funniest so far
The word 'Challenge' usually denotes something competitive. An event where a winner emerges, and someone (or persons in some cases) loses. Thanks to social media, 'Challenge' as a word appears…
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Outrage as Kim Oprah and Naira Marley stage Music Concert in Abuja
by Toluwanimi Onakoya Increasing fears are spreading through the hearts of Nigerians due to the exponential rise in COVID19 cases. Despite the prior month-long lockdown, daily reported Coronavirus active cases and…
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All we gathered from the #NigeriaMustFall trend by South Africans
The feud between Nigerians and South Africa came out of nowhere, and it is one that not too many can explain as both countries have shown strong social and economic…
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Aisha Buhari speaks on arrest of her aides and Nigerians are not having it
Nigerians are reacting to First lady, Aisha Buhari's latest tweet, in a new Twitter trend after she reacted to the detention of her aides by the Police. The First Lady…
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Obaseki battles for political survival, ‘screened out’ of APC guber primaries
As Nigerians are celebrating the democracy, many people have expressed what this day means to them, reflecting on how far we have come as a nation and where we are…
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MKO Abiola: The Leader Nigerians were wrongfully denied
As a Nigerian, there are few names one imagine when they think of the word: patriotism. We haven't had much people in power who are willing to put the welfare…
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All you need to know about the #BUHARIHasFailed trend
by Toluwanimi Onakoya Democracy day has come around, and a lot of Nigerians are celebrating with mixed feelings. June 12, formerly known as 'Abiola Day,' is a public holiday mostly celebrated…
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How mythological goddess ‘Medusa’ ignited the social justice conversation
The issue of gender-based violence toward women and every other injustice that women experience will always be something of interest for both genders. As more and more people are now…
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Nigerians demand right to free speech with #FreeIdrisAyuba
Nigeria Twitter has become a powerful platform for expression, protest, and passion, as it is not uncommon to find a collection of individuals expressing one point with a single hashtag.…
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345 in Lagos; Nigerians express shock at latest Coronavirus cases
by Toluwanimi Onakoya The first case of Coronavirus in the country was recorded in February. The patient, an Italian who predominantly worked in Lagos, had just returned from Milan when he…
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Deep Dive: 500K for first meet? How true is the ‘Nara’ story?
As stressed a number of times, Twitter has become a place where people share some personal experiences, and stories which of course, get to be discussed by people who share…
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Lil Kesh is trending and it’s not because he dropped a new song
Twitter is one place that has created a community for users of like-interest to meet and talk about the things they all share in common. Popular Nigerian singer, Lil Kesh,…
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What we’ve gathered from the “Buhari” trend on Twitter
Ever experienced an emotional ripple effect? That moment when an incident makes you reflect on the fact that this particular issue is a 'recurring decimal,' with no end in sight…
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The North is boiling again and here’s how Nigerians have reacted
by Toluwanimi Onakoya Gruesome and graphic pictures have flooded Twitter timelines; showing large amounts of murdered, lifeless bodies on the streets, on the grass and on the sand in the North-Eastern…
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Anjola My Love: The expression of love on Instagram that is shaking a lot of tables
What is the best way to express love? While for many, the answers differ, evidently, every effort put into expressing love can be seen clearly and while some are too…
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All you need to know about the #IsMyManYourMan trend
by Toluwanimi Onakoya While the rest of the world was asleep, Nigerian Twitter was awake and hissing with drama. A lot of Nigerians have been known to delve into midnight Twitter…
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Turn on the fireworks! Anthony Joshua accepts the Tyson Fury challenge
From the moment televised sports became a thing, boxing has held as much excitement and anticipation as any other sports has. Because of its nature which is literally fighting, people…
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With 220K as monthly take home, some girls insist they can’t date ‘Tosin’
Following the reported arrest of Dubai-based Instagram big boy, Hushpuppi and his associate, Woodberry, a lot of other discussions in relation to the level of pressure many men feel in…
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Do The Vogue: Black creatives are having a fashion moment with the #VogueChallenge
The #VogueChallenge is the latest trend to enrapture the internet, as we wait out the coronavirus pandemic. People have found joy moulding the hallowed, sacred nature of Vogue covers in…
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“Yahoo Yahoo” is trending and here’s what Nigerians are saying about it
by Toluwanimi Onakoya Microblogging platform, Twitter has been abuzz with talks on “Yahoo Boys” following the news of the arrest of well known Nigerian socialite, Hushpuppi for fraudulent practices. Nigerians have…
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Here’s how Mompha’s reaction to the Hushpuppi saga was received
by Toluwanimi Onakoya Following speculations that Dubai-based socialite, Ray Hushpuppi popularly known for his extravagant lifestyle was arrested by Interpol for fraudulent practices, the hub of voices; Twitter has been bubbling…
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All sides to the Charles Okocha ‘+18 video Ad’ trending on Twitter
If you want to go viral on social media, there are quite a couple of things you could do that will work really well, but if you really want to…
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#NoComment: Tacha said “nothing,” yet it echoed aloud
If you are a red-blooded Nigerian, you are no doubt familiar with the love we have for Grass to Grace stories. While this is not necessarily a Nigerian thing, we…
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‘Millions and millions of Dollars’ – Everything we know from Hushpuppi’s ‘arrest’
If you use Instagram a lot, and not just to post your photos, but to see all things flashy and shiny, I bet you must have come across one very…
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These are the Eritrean girls ‘everyone’ is talking about on Nigeria Twitter
There are quite a number of things that never misses the attention on the streets of Nigeria Twitter, and one of these things are beautiful women. On Twitter, an East…
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Burna Boy and Wizkid – Who’s got the Range?
by Toluwanimi Onakoya Twitter users have descended into a huge music battle of the best, trying to ascertain who has got the better range; Wizkid or Burna Boy? Many quickly raised…
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‘Ella call me’ – How three words from Tacha started a whole trend
The Big Brother Naija Reunion is one of the most talked-about shows on TV right now, in Nigeria and across Africa, and there are a few people who are keeping…
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All we gathered on the Mayowa and Nelo unconsented sex tape story
by Toluwanimi Onakoya More and more women over the past weeks have been coming out to share sexual allegations and their own sexual assault stories. This has come against the backdrop…
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Here’s why Jaruma is trending after Monday’s BBNaija reunion show
The Big Brother Naija show is currently one of the most discussed shows in Nigeria and across Africa, as the show promises to entertain viewers with drama and this is…
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There’s a new Baby Mama drama. Starring: Leader of the 30 billion gang?
For the longest time now, the benchmark for a perfect relationship has been the love tale between Davido and his soon to be bride, Chef Chioma. This couple have managed…
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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