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LGBTQ Ghanaians
February 24, 2021

The attack on LGBTQ people in Ghana is an attack on us all

In the past days, LGBTQ people living in Ghana have been facing heightened homophobia from the Ghanaian government, human rights lawyers and other interest groups over the opening of a center by LGBT Rights Ghana, a non governmental organisation. The center, located in Tesano, Accra, was established to provide support and community for queer Ghanaians... Read More
Counter Culture Blog
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February 24, 2021

Surprise! Traditional African spirituality is regaining ground among young Nigerians

The first time I found out about African spirituality was not in a Social Studies class. That deliberate less than adequate excuse for education did little for me. Rather than build on the little I learnt from dismissive conversations about distant relatives stuck in the village and ‘ignorance,’ it left me with nothing more than... Read More
Non-binary Blog
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February 24, 2021

Kanti Kwari Market, Kofar Wambai Market, and Kasuwar Barci Market… Here are the top 10 textile markets in Northern Nigeria | From The Masterlist

The textile industry in Nigeria is roughly 50 years old. Our rich textiles, their artistic qualities, and colourful beauty are sure to impress anyone visiting the country for the first time. Over the centuries, techniques used in cloth-making in Nigeria have developed. So also markets known to deal in the sales of such textiles have... Read More
CifromRED
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February 24, 2021

CBN: Crypto Ban is in Nigeria’s best interest, Experts seek massive testing to avoid spread of new COVID variant | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: CBN: Crypto Ban is in Nigeria’s best interest Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, has stated that the bank’s directive to financial institutions on cryptocurrency transactions, is in the best interest of depositors and... Read More
Rankings
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February 23, 2021

Buhari De-Change: From failed Service Chiefs to ‘most competent’ Ambassadors-Designate | #YNaijaCover

Since May 29, 2015 when 4-time Presidential candidate, General Muhammadu Buhari (rtd), assumed office as the country’s 15th President, one area he has consistently surprised Nigerians is in the area of appointment. Nepotistic considerations, scandal-ridden records, arguments on competence and constitutional breaches as well as other controversies are regular eyebrows that have been raised against... Read More
Cover Stories, Satire
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February 23, 2021

3 young Nigerians reveal shocking takes on climate change

If you hear the names Vanessa Nakate or Greta Thunberg, does it ring a bell? If yes, congratulations you are an environmentally conscious Nigerian. If your answer is no, don’t despair because you are more part of the greater majority of Nigerians than you will care to know. Unlike their peers in Uganda, Sweden, and... Read More
Non-binary Blog
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February 23, 2021

Ehiz, Folu Storms and Nenny B revealed as members of VCNA’s Pan-African Culture Squad, as brand welcomes new MTV Base VJs in South Africa

ViacomCBS Networks Africa has over the years captured the hearts and minds of viewers with their leading youth, entertainment and lifestyle brands MTV, MTV Base and BET Africa as well as the VJs who viewers have come to know and love. VJs are the original influencers and through their popular MTV Base VJ search the... Read More
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February 23, 2021

“The colonial masters knew that to control us, they had to take away the one thing that united us – our religion” – Wunmi Olaiya on Public Eye

On Sunday, February 21st, 2021, Funmi Iyanda explored the changing narrative about traditional religion with Omenani practitioner and African indigenous teacher Munoyedi Ogbolumani, Professor of Sociology – University of Ibadan Prof. Oka Obana, Cultural engineer Ejiro Onobrakpeya and singer/songwriter and fashion designer Wunmi Olaiya. What is the role of traditional religion in nation building? Is... Read More
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February 23, 2021

300+ days of illegal incarceration, reversed prison sentence | What to learn about anti-blasphemy in Nigeria

Less than 10 weeks from today, outspoken ex-Muslim Mubarak Bala, would have spent a full year in illegal detention for a harmless Facebook post. The Human Rights Activist and President of Humanist Association of Nigeria, up until 28 April 2020, when he was picked up from his home in Kaduna is being held for allegedly... Read More
Non-binary Blog
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February 23, 2021

There are no limits to what can be covered, studied, or analysed for brand marketing – Isime Esene, Culture Intelligence from RED

Many successful organisations rely on effective data collection and usage to boost their operations and make critical decisions to deliver value to customers. Chief Intelligence Officer of Culture Intelligence from RED, Isime Esene, speaks with YNaija on ‘big data’ in today’s business world and how brands can leverage data to improve customer experience and loyalty.... Read More
CifromRED
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February 23, 2021

Alaba Market, Computer Village and Army Arena Market… Check out the top 5 exceptional electronics markets in Lagos | From The Masterlist

Where do you go to find high-grade electronic products in the ever-buzzing metropolis of Lagos? There are only a handful of markets, in the city, focused on selling technology-related goods. And so, we’ve drawn up the best and most prominent electronics markets in Nigeria after deliberate and thorough research. Alaba Market: Of all Africa’s integrated... Read More
CifromRED
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February 23, 2021

Niniola discusses multiple failed auditions, rivalry with Teni and contributing to Beyonce’s album on #WithChude interview

When it comes to recounting her experience and significant influences on her rise to stardom, former Project Fame contestant and queen of Afro-house — Niniola Apata certainly doesn’t mince words. The multitalented artiste opened up to host Chude Jideonwo about her West African Idol audition and how a combination of multiple failed auditions, grit, and... Read More
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Disability inclusion
February 23, 2021

Nigerian TV stations directed to have sign language in their news is what disability inclusion looks like

About 30 million people are living with various forms of disability in Nigeria and considering the ways ableism manifests individually, interpersonally and structurally, they couldn’t be more a socially disadvantaged group. In the media, in Hollywood at least, there’s been a push for inclusion for performers with disabilities. In Nigeria, things are looking a little... Read More
Counter Culture Blog
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COVID-19 Vaccine in Nigeria
February 23, 2021

New COVID-19 variant discovered in Nigeria, FG: Individuals can build, maintain highways | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: New COVID-19 variant discovered in Nigeria Chikwe Iheakwazu, the Director-General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), has said that a new COVID-19 variant has been discovered in Nigeria – Premium Times reports The director-general disclosed this... Read More
Rankings
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February 22, 2021

Terrorist Governor: Is the ‘herdsomenia’ between Ortom and Muhammed going to end soon? | #YNaijaCover

The battle of words between Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue, and his Bauchi counterpart, Bala Muhammed, appears to be far from over. Following the latter’s comment on Thursday, 11th February that herders have no option but to carry AK-47 for self-defence because they are being attacked and killed by cattle rustlers, he has come under... Read More
Cover Stories, Satire
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February 22, 2021

ViacomCBS Networks Africa partners with the ‘Zero Malaria Starts With Me’ movement to support and inspire young people in their fight against malaria

ViacomCBS Networks Africa (VCNA) has joined forces with the Zero Malaria Starts With Me (ZMSWM) movement to inspire and engage young people in the fight against malaria – the generation that can end this preventable disease. VCNA’s commitment to malaria and its powerful platforms will provide a unique opportunity to draw attention to the oldest... Read More
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Culture Intelligence from RED
February 22, 2021

After weeks of customer complaints on social media, 54% of our consumer panel still view GTBank positively

Over three decades, GTBank has grown to become one of Africa’s most successful brands and enjoys a massive youth following due to its innovative and forward-thinking approach to customer engagement and financial services. Marketing reports and studies have primarily shown that the bank commands a strong and positive reputation among Nigerian customers. Lately, however, customers... Read More
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February 22, 2021

Wudil Cattle Market, Sheme Cattle Market, and Kara Market… Here are the top 10 livestock markets in Nigeria | From The Masterlist

Nigeria is one of the largest livestock-raising countries in West Africa with millions of its citizens depending on the meat industry as a source of livelihood. With the country’s cattle herds estimated at over 16 million per head, Nigeria is by far the leading livestock producer in Central and West Africa. Due to the increasing... Read More
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February 22, 2021

The Nigeria Prize for Difference and Diversity announces call for 2021 nominations… Arit Okpo, Harry Itie, others return as judges; Azeenarh Mohammed joins

Following the success of the first edition of the Nigeria Prize for Difference and Diversity, sponsored by Founder of Joy, Inc., Chude Jideonwo, the Central Working Committee of YNaija.com and Joy, Inc., have announced that call for nominations for the second edition will run from 22nd February to 7th April 2021. The Nigeria Prize for... Read More
Extra
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February 22, 2021

Buhari: Nigerians have shed enough blood, Governor Matawalle: ‘Why we forgave repentant bandits’ | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: Buhari: Nigerians have shed enough blood President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday, 21st February, stated his regret that Nigerians had shed enough blood over issues that could have been amicably resolved – The Punch reports In a statement by... Read More
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Ogranya
February 20, 2021

Get to know Ogranya, the Afro-soul singer releasing a song every week

Many songs on Ogranya’s SoundCloud catalogue feels like a slow-alt-pop-jazz universe. The 29-year-old singer-songwriter from Rivers edges around soul but with bedroom pop nuances, vocals calibrated low to a devastating emotive register. His debut EP Eden Evermore, released in August, 2019, is a genre-blending triumph with high emotional stakes and intimate songwriting. ”I’m going talk... Read More
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February 20, 2021

Justin Bieber set as headline performer at Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Awards 2021

Grammy® Award-winning global superstar Justin Bieber has been tapped as the headline performer for this year’s Kids’ Choice Awards 2021. A celebration of fan-favourite stars across the worlds of film, television, music, sports and more, Bieber will hit the “KCA” main stage for epic, show-stopping performances of his chart-topping hits “Intentions,” joined by Quavo, and... Read More
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