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What happens till you get that mystery job?
I still am largely an undergraduate. This means like many others every decision I have made is to groom me for “Tomorrow”. This tomorrow I have been told is a…
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5 Nigerian brands doing Social Media right
Following Access Bank's epic contribution to #NigeriansAtHogwarts, we had a little debate at YNaija HQ. What Nigerian brands actually do this social media thing properly?
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Leading Ladies Africa Interview: Adibeli Nduka-Agwu
There’s a new wave of competent, experienced and innovative women leading the way in the Nigerian Tech space. Adibeli Nduk-Agwu, Vice-President Marketing and Content Operations at iROKO Partners is…
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I tried, but I STILL do not get feminism
I have to inform you ahead about two things, One:I have a 'disjointed thought process' (My test result is not out, so we don't have a name for this yet)…
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#YNaijaExplains: Why are some banks rejecting forex deposits?
One of the favourite past times of Nigerians over the last few months has been the daily check of exchange rates. Every new low of the Naira against either the…
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Nigerians and their gay pride
As President Muhammadu Buhari prepared for his just concluded official visit to the United States, many Nigerians feared for the potential cost. We murmured against blowing 2.2 billion naira on…
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Sugabelly, feminism, and terrible rebuttals – a counterpoint to a counterpoint
The man who pays my salary, Chude Jideonwo, believes no voice should be silenced. It’s a very laudable position and while I disagree with it, he pays my salary. So…yeah.…
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Sugabelly, inane feminism, and the question of violence – a counterpoint
Words by Akintoye Abdulraheem Yesterday, in an unprecedented display of animosity towards men, Sugabelly wrote an article in which she more or less demanded and wished for a Nigeria in…
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Telecoms Sector Privatization: Lessons for the Nigerian power sector
Like a child looks up to his father and hopes to be one someday, several African nations remained the envy of Nigerians for donkey years mainly for one reason; poor…
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Why aren’t Nigerian women bloodthirstier?
Last week, in an unprecedented display of ignorance, Cheta Nwanze posted a string of thoroughly disturbing tweets about feminism among modern Nigerian women, prompted by his interaction with one such…
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Cash-On-Delivery needs to die
Several articles have been written condemning the cash on delivery method in Nigeria but these voices have been very few and they are the lone voice(s) in the wilderness. Those who argue…
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Twitter Weekly Roundup: The Nigerian passport, #SomeoneTellCNN, inclusive government
*picks up megaphone* GOOD MORNING NIGERIA AND BEYOND! IT IS ANOTHER BEAUTIFUL MONDAY! *drops megaphone* How are you all doing this beautiful Monday? Welcome to another edition of the twitter…
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Edward Israel-Ayide: Putting it mildly, Buhari’s America trip was a waste
by Edward Israel-Ayide Summarily, nothing new is being brought to the table, the United States has gotten what it wanted; give Obama’s administration an opportunity to score a massive PR…
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Garba Shehu: Buhari, a product of God and the US
Shortly after the August 1983 military coup that brought a 40-year-old Muhammadu Buhari to power, he received a phone call from top personnel in the United States Army. General Smith…
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Aderonke Ogunleye-Bello: Thinking about John Mikel Obi
The question on everyones' lips would be, why is she thinking about Mikel Obi. Surely, Mikel Obi's girlfriend Olga's eyes would pop out at the headline. Seriously, this is all…
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Leading Ladies Africa Interview: Taffi Woolward Ayodele
“Entrepreneurship is a marathon and not a sprint.” says the hardworking and inspiring Taffi Woolward Ayodele, beautiful CEO and Co-Founder of Thando's Shoes - Africa's 1st brand of Foldable Flats.…
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The difference between stealing and corruption
Whenever and wherever ‘corruption’ is mentioned in Nigeria, what dominates and often overwhelms the thinking of many citizens is the theft of public funds by those at the helm of…
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Business Connect: Eseoghene Odiete on creating an innovative brand in the Fashion Industry
Meet Eseoghene Odiete 25, named by YNaija as one of Africa’s 25 best entrepreneurs under 25 in 2015 and 40 under 40 Nigerian Entrepreneurs by Biz Watching. Ese is an…
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RE: Ogbeni Aregbesola and the 40 thieves
I love the internet. I can’t stress that enough. It gave me a job, puts food on my table and has afforded me unbelievable freedoms. However, I hate when people take undue…
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No Cheta, the feminist movement has NOT gone off the rails
Funny how a man who will always be the beneficiary of patriarchy boldly declares feminism has lost the plot. @Chude a woman who insists that she will never cook…
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Safiya Salau’s Short Stories: The Llehhtneves
... written by Safiya Salau . We heard the stories growing up. Chief Natas told us the stories with great passion and knowledge, every description carefully detailed. The children of…
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Godwin Okhawere: The power of breasts
“Your breasts are miraculous, Not for what they look like, But for what they are and do…” Have you ever sucked the breast before? If you haven’t, you are…
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Russian referee punishes player for being a victim of racial abuse
The really shameful part of all this is that Emmanuel Frimpong, the player in question, was criticised by his own club for his response to racist chants from opposing supporters.…
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How an internal debate about shoes taught me about gender
The other day I was having an argument... with myself... on which gender had uglier shoes, the men or the women. Now, before you adjudge me to be suffering…
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Muhammadu Buhari: #BokoHaram – Nigerians should be patient with me
by Muhammadu Buhari While we work to defeat the terrorists, I ask the people of Nigeria and the world for resolve and fortitude. The campaign we will wage will not…
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The economics of an erection
Are there too many of us in Nigeria? YES Is our infrastructure in a horridly poor state? YES Is there an urgent need to improve our education and healthcare system?…
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Oby Ezekwesili: The formulation of Human Rights Violation as an International Crime
The singular act of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights fifty years ago without a dissenting voice, and the subsequent plethora of other Human Rights conventions and…
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Sambo Dasuki vs The DSS: Everything you need to know
Governments come and governments go, politicians come and politicians go, but public institutions remain with us. It is the primary reason we must strive to strengthen them and make them stronger…
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The Nigerian Ebola Story: The victors, the villains and the victims
In the midst of this apprehension however, a woman displayed bravery. Dr Adedevoh discharged her duties without fear or favor. She defied the odds, upheld standard practice, spurned intimidations and…
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Caleb Tochukwu Okereke: Black gods
One of the vital lessons I’ve learnt in my few years on this planet is the uncommon aptitude to learn things for myself, the uncommon aptitude to mutilate stereotypes.…
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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