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Dele Momodu: Time to ease the unemployment logjam
Fellow Nigerians, let me say right away that the biggest problem confronting our world today is that of mass unemployment. I have decided to address this issue today as it…
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5 takeaways from the recent discovery of polio virus in Borno
There were reports on Thursday that the Federal Government had discovered an outbreak of Wild Polio Virus in Borno State. According to the reports, the outbreak affected two children from Gwoza…
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‘Ifreke Inyang: Let’s talk about the 2016/2017 Premier League season
It's that time of the year again. Gripping games. Shockers. Controversies. Feisty confrontations. Mind games. Season-defining fixtures. Stadium cramped with excited fans, belting out songs in worship or war. British…
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#Rio Olympics: Dogara appeals to U-23 team not to boycott quarter final
The speaker of The House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, has sent an appeal to the national U23 team not to boycott its quarter final encounter against Denmark on Saturday, at…
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Sheriff to Jonathan: You made PDP lose Borno, Yobe states
Factional National Chairman of Peoples Democratic Party, Senator Ali Modu Sheriff on Friday blamed former President Goodluck Jonathan for the party’s losses in Borno and Yobe states. Sheriff made the remark…
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‘I don’t need a godfather…’ | Dayo Israel on why he is #NotTooYoungToRun
In recent times, a new campaign, #NotTooYoungToRun advocating for the reduction of the age restrictions placed on Nigerians planning to run for an elected office within the country is fast…
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The Media Blog: What Biola Alabi did next – already has a Season II
You know Biola Alabi of course. She is the former managing director of MNet responsible for hits from the Africa Magic channel explosion (including, of course, the Yoruba channel) to…
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PROFILE: How does a Nigerian police officer get 19,000 followers on Instagram?
by Mazi Emeka “I grew up knowing the fact that they say a lot of negative things about the police," says Aliyu Giwa. "At some stage in my life, I…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five stories to monitor today 1. IPOB praises AGF Pro Biafra group, The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has commended the Attorney-General of the Federation and…
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‘So long as we continue to respect corrupt people, I cry for Nigeria’ – Jibrin
Embattled former chairman of the House Committee on Appropriation, Abdulmummin Jibrin, on Thursday, said that the Nigerians have a culture of respecting corrupt people, saying that Nigeria will relapse if…
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‘It doesn’t even make sense’ | Dogara has the perfect excuse for budget padding allegations
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, on Thursday explained why he or any member of the House of Representatives cannot be investigated or prosecuted for 'budget padding.' Speaking…
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IPOB commends Attorney-General over release of its members
The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has commended the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), for ordering the release of some of its members who…
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‘It was a dream come true’ | Wakaa The Musical cast open up on massive success of London show (LISTEN)
The critically acclaimed Wakaa The Musical produced and directed by Bolanle Austen-Peters made history in July as it became the first Nigerian-produced play to run in London at the Shaw…
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Buhari has badly mismanaged the economy – PDP
The People's Democratic Party, PDP on Thursday said figures quoted by Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo while speaking at the 2016 Presidential Policy Dialogue Session, organised by the Lagos Chamber of Commerce…
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Ebola Movie: Producers of 93 Days say project cost N400 million (PHOTOS)
Members of the press were invited for an exclusive screening of the movie 93 days at Filmhouse Cinema, Surulere, Lagos on Thursday, August 12, 2016. Also in attendance at the screening…
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“They said we would get anal cancer and die” | American man writes about his gay marriage to a Nigerian
by Chi Ibe An American man, Eric T. Shoen has today shared a touching story of his marriage to a Nigerian, David (from Warri in Delta State), and the ensuing…
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Every Nigerian state is safe for investment – Lai Mohammed
The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed on Thursday appealed to the media to project the image of the country positively and desist from spreading false information about…
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Despite his arrest by EFCC, blogger Abusidiqu remains committed to Buhari’s ‘change’ agenda
Abubakar Sidiq Usman, the blogger who was recently arrested and released from the Economic and Financial Crime Commission's (EFCC) custody, has denied media reports that he was disappointed with the…
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The late 5: These are the stories that drove conversation today
These are the top five news that drove the conversation today 1. Buhari meets with Soyinka Today President Muhammadu Buhari met with Nobel Laureate, Wole Soyinka, at the Presidential Villa,…
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Top 12 Countdown, Loose Talk are the most listened to podcasts in Nigeria – and they both have less than 5k at their highest
The Loose Talk podcast has one too many cusswords. In which case of course, its hosts will say ‘yeah that’s deliberate – that’s the kind of show’. To which we…
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The Thread: Do you agree when Chimamanda says women of today are less progressive than their mothers
It is ten years since Chimamanda Adichie's first book, Half of a Yellow Sun, was released to critical acclaim. Last Sunday, she was at London's Southbank Centre and she spoke…
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Y! Scoop: Mayowa Ahmed finally departs Nigeria for surgery #SaveMayowa
#SaveMayowa was a cause that brought Nigerians together and subsequently, rather unfortunately divided them following reports of a 'ruse'. However, it appears only God, through the surgeons, who Mayowa Ahmed is…
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The Media Blog: The Online TV Wars – GTBank vs UBA vs Access Bank (and Diamond Bank is struggling nearby)
Accelerate TV (owned by Access Bank) is, uhm, accelerating. Sure, its bank-as-media-owner strategy is inspired (to put it gently) by Ndani TV (owned by GTBank). But it’s not taking that…
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How Jonathan formed Niger Delta Avengers – RNDA
The Reformed Niger Delta Avengers says former President Goodluck Jonathan founded the militant group Niger Delta Avengers in 2014 during the build-up to the presidential election. According to SaharaReporters, group…
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The Media Blog: Oreka finally finds her way
Oreka Godis is one of the most talented media talents you will find in the country. But you wouldn’t know it if you weren’t a media insider. And that’s because…
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Young, influential Nigerians are bolting away from Buhari – 5 takeaways on why this is deeply important
by Chi Ibe Today, Feyi Fawehinmi - not someone you would know if you don’t spend any time on Nigeria’s social media echo chambers, but someone you can’t (and shouldn’t)…
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Podcast: #GoodVibesOnly presents all the good news from Nigeria in the past week
It’s the second edition of #GoodVibesOnly, a podcast where the host takes you on a trip round the length and breath of the Nigerian media to find the most positive stories…
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Before Feyi Fawehinmi there was Gbenga Sesan – fed up with Buhari (TWEETS)
Barely 15 months into his much celebrated presidency, some key supporters of President Muhammadu Buhari have turned coat to apologise for 'misleading' the populace into voting for him. Feyi Fawehinmi,…
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Feyi Fawehinmi: If I convinced even 10 people to vote for Buhari, then I owe them an apology
The Honourable Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development — Chief Audu Ogbeh has threatened to shut down any fertiliser plant that denies local farmers access, while exporting the same commodities. The minister…
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5 reasons why feminism is ‘bad business’ in Nigeria
by Toluwalope Omoyeni The concept of Feminism is quite simple. It's the advocacy that seeks to bridge the gap between men and women, in terms of social, political, cultural and…
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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