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The Thread: Pepsi’s apology to Kendall Jenner for their dumb ad provokes Americans all over again
So Pepsi got itself into hot water today with this ad it released starring Kendall Jenner as the woman who shut down a protest simply by offering a pepsi to…
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Pepsi apologizes and pulls controversial ad featuring Kendall Jenner
Pepsi has announced that it would pull its controversial ad featuring Kendall Jenner which was released late Tuesday. The advert had been heavily criticized for 'misrepresenting' the protest culture and…
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Nigeria’s naira is overvalued – IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Wednesday said the Naira is overvalued. IMF mission chief for Nigeria, Gene Leon said this at a news briefing in Washington. Leon said the…
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Steve Bannon removed from permanent seat on National Security Council
by Itunuoluwa Adebo President Donald Trump's chief strategist Steve Bannon, has been removed from his permanent seat at the National Security Council. The decision, according to one source was made…
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The Church Blog: Reverend Funke Adejumo, a unique brand of sexual healing
Ask us why we love, love, love our Mummy Adejumo, presiding pastor of Agape Christian Ministries, and here you go. Let's keep having honest conversations in the church, biko.…
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Remember the time a Pepsi advertisement ruined Michael Jackson’s life? (WATCH)
Since everyone is talking about the Kendall Jenner/Pepsi ad today, we think it's only right that we dive in and broaden your minds about foolhardy Pepsi ads that history will…
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Charly Boy: Oga President, it’s time to show bone face
A belated welcome back home. I trust you're taking it easy, because old age no dey lie. We even hear say you dey go back to continue your treatment, it…
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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversations today
These are the top five stories that drove conversations today. REPS THREATEN ZERO ALLOCATION FOR TRANSPORT MINISTRY IN 2017 BUDGET The House of Representatives has expressed dissatisfaction with the Federal…
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Opinion: Is Nigeria cursed with corruption?
by Everest Nwagwu I have always wondered if corruption is somehow part of this awesome experience of being a Nigerian. Sometime ago, I lashed out at the old folks ruining our…
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Opinion: The Internet of trolls | #TrollCabal and the Civic Commons
by Yemi Adesanya The internet provides access to a sea of information and affords everyone an opportunity to communicate with almost anyone anywhere in the world. An undergraduate in…
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Recession: Those blaming fall in oil price were just bad managers – Utomi
by Azeez Adeniyi Former presidential candidate, Prof. Pat Utomi on Wednesday blamed the adminstration of President Muhammadu Buhari for the current economic recession in the country. Utomi spoke as a…
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The Thread: The Pepsi ad is not only stupid, it’s also dangerous
Pepsi put out an ad and it is has gotten backlash. Before we go on, here's the ad. African Americans are not sitting down for this ad. It has stoked…
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Fayemi files N500m suit against Ekiti Assembly
by Azeez Adeniyi Following a bench warrant issued against him by the Ekiti State House of Assembly, former governor Kayode Fayemi has filed a N500m suit against the state Assembly.…
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Meningitis kills 12-year-old boy in Cross River
by Azeez Adeniyi The Cross River State government on Wednesday confirmed the death of a 12-year-old boy following an outbreak of Cerebral Spinal Meningitis in the state. Commissioner for Health,…
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Continuous voter’s registration will still commence in April – INEC
by Azeez Adeniyi The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said the proposed Continuous Voter Registration will still hold in April as scheduled. Chairman of INEC, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, said…
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US Special operations steps up ground operations in Yemen
by Itunuoluwa Adebo US special operations force have stepped up ground operations in Yemen, amidst intelligence that the Al Qaeda affiliate there continues to actively plan attacks on western targets,…
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Police arrest 18 suspects over Zaki Biam killings
by Azeez Adeniyi The Nigeria Police Force has arrested 18 suspects linked to the killings in Zaki Biam in Benue State. The Inspector-General of Police, Ibrahim Idris disclosed this on…
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Femi Fani-Kayode: Muhammadu Buhari: A legacy of sorrow, carnage, tragedy and affliction
by Femi Fani-Kayode Four hundred people were killed by meningitis in our country in the last few days. Twenty-two girls were abducted by Boko Haram in Borno state four…
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Pope John Paul II was so mad at Madonna’s Pepsi advert that he banned her from The Vatican (WATCH)
by Tolu Branch Not only did Madonna break the internet, she irked Pope John Paul II to the point he called for a boycott of her shows. Today, Pepsi is…
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FG not planning to scrap YouWin – Adeosun
Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun has said the Federal Government has no plans to scrap the Youth With Innovation Entrepreneurship program (Youwin). Adeosun stated this during her first Facebook live…
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Reps reject bill to empower N’Assembly to impeach governors
by Azeez Adeniyi The House of Representatives on Wednesday rejected a bill seeking to empower the National Assembly to impeach governors and deputy governors. Edward Pwajok who sponsored the bill…
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North Korea fires a missile into the Sea of Japan ahead of US-China meeting
by Itunuoluwa Adebo North Korea fired a ballistic missile off the coast of the Korean Peninsula, ahead of the first meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi…
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Fox most popular show “The O’Reilly Factor” suffers huge backlash after sexual harassment claims
Major brands are pulling their ads from "The O'Reilly Factor" the most popular show on cable news, and its network, Fox News, after a report about five settlements with women…
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The Thread: People have every right to be angry about Pepsi’s ad. Here’s why
Pepsi recently released an ad, which can easily be described as dumb, by any standard. As if to put to the signature on dumb, the star of the ad was…
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“A moment of unity” | Pepsi pushes back against criticism of Kendall Jenner ad
by Azeez Adeniyi Beverage company, Pepsi has reacted criticisms against its recent advert which featured Hollywood star, Kendall Jenner. The advert titled 'Live for now momens anthem' had come under…
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A mother was killed by a policeman in Onipanu, but Nigerians think Pepsi’s mockery of police brutality is okay
by Tolu Omoyeni Pepsi is the number one trending topic on Twitter today. The world, Nigerians inclusive, are reacting to a newly-released ad by the beverage company and while all…
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#Throwback: From Beyoncé to Beckham, here are 3 Pepsi ads we can all agree we love (WATCH)
Yeah, Pepsi messed up big time with the Kendall Jenner ad, but it's easy to forget they've given us some great ads in the past. Take this one (our personal…
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Stop detaining innocent Nigerians, IGP warns police personnel
The Inspector-General of Police, Ibrahim Idris has warned police personnel against the unlawful arrest and detention of innocent Nigerians. Idris gave the warning on Wednesday during a meeting with Commissioners…
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Naval fleet commander found dead in Lagos home
Fleet commander of the Western Naval Command, Nigerian Navy, Rear Admiral Teikumo Ikoli was found dead in his Lagos home on Wednesday. Spokeswoman of the Western Naval Command, Chinwe Umar…
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The Thread: Don’t believe the lie. Enjoyment will kill you, as it did these people
This thread was inspired by this tweet. Enjoyment doesn't kill. That's the popular saying. But is it true? Or in any way based in fact. This tweep set out to prove…
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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