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September 22, 2020

#TIFF2020: David Oyelowo’s ‘The Water Man’ is a modest charmer

After delivering indelible performances in films like Selma and A United Kingdom, British-Nigerian actor David Oyelowo appeals to the child within for The Water Man, his Oprah Winfrey supported directorial debut. The Water Man continues Oyelowo’s exploration into grief and growing up as it arrives only months after his star turn alongside Angelina Jolie in... Read More
The Cutting Floor
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September 22, 2020

Investigation by BBC Africa Eye exposes real cause of Abule Ado explosion, APC National body accepts Edo election defeat | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

A BBC Africa Eye investigation has revealed the real cause of the explosion which occurred at Abule Ado in Amuwo Odofin local government area of Lagos state. Earlier in the year, about 23 people were killed and more than 50 houses were destroyed in the massive explosion, which the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) had... Read More
Top Stories
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September 21, 2020

Adieu APC? Senator Okorocha ‘reveals’ shocking state of party, following Obaseki’s victory | #TheYNaijaCover

The highly anticipated Edo election just came to a close over the weekend, with Governor Godwin Obaseki emerging victorious and extending his tenure as governor of Edo state for another four years. Several dramatic incidences led up to the governorship election, making it a heated and turbulent campaign process. It initially started with Obaseki’s defection... Read More
Cover Stories, Satire
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Funny Tweets
September 21, 2020

The Rema classroom influence, How to tell the truth and stay alive | Funny tweets we saw from Nigerians today

Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here’s a roundup of the best we saw 1. https://twitter.com/farouq_neutrino/status/1307975149518499841?s=20 If you’re a fan and don’t know the... Read More
Top Stories
September 21, 2020

“Our vision is to end unnecessary human suffering” | Time formalist, Olu Ogunlela solves problems one human at a time

We are addicted to telling stories at RED | Africa. We do this in as many forms as you can imagine, not just because we have the talent and skill, but because we know the streets, and know what the streets are saying. Therefore, we know the brightest individuals across industries – the ‘undergees‘ who... Read More
CifromRED, Editor's Pick, Share of Voice
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September 21, 2020

#TIFF2020Review: ‘I am Greta’ is an intimate yet puzzling profile of courage

2019 was the year that sixteen-year-old Swedish teenage climate activist, Greta Thunberg became a global icon. From inspiring climate change activists around the world, to dressing down a roomful of world leaders publicly at the United Nations Climate Action Summit in New York, to finishing the year as the TIME magazine person of the year,... Read More
The Cutting Floor
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September 21, 2020

Leaving leadership in the music business was like therapy for me – M.I Abaga

On this week’s episode of #WithChude,  award-winning hip-hop artist, producer, and former CEO of Chocolate City, Jude Abaga, popularly known as ‘M.I‘, discusses his journey through  music , rise to fame, scandals, and more with host and founder of Joy Inc., Chude Jideonwo. M.I who has over the years faced  bouts of criticisms  from fans,... Read More
Extra
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Inkblot Productions
September 21, 2020

Netflix partners with Inkblot Productions to produce untitled YA series

Since Netflix announced its partnership with INKBLOT productions to create a yet to be titled drama series today, many questions have been on the lips of fans:  ●      When will it air? ●      What role will Funke Akindele play? ●      Who exactly are Inkblot Productions and why did Netflix pick them to helm such a big project? Basically,... Read More
Partners
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September 21, 2020

Five talking points from Rochas Okorocha’s reaction to Obaseki’s electoral victory

The Edo election has come and (maybe not entirely) gone. Governor Godwin Obaseki of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) emerged winner, while Osagie Ize-Iyamu of the All Progressive Congress (APC) had the most votes after him. And, as is the usual manner, certain conversations have started, following the now different power dynamics in the state.... Read More
Deep Dive
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September 21, 2020

#YNaijaBBNUpdate: Trickytee and Ozo’s run cut short just inches away from the finale

Last night, the dark horse of this year’s Big Brother Naija housemates: Trickytee and a once fan favourite: Ozo were evicted from the Big Brother Naija house; remaining just 6 days to the finale. Ebuka routinely popped in to check up on the housemates during the Sunday Night Live Eviction, and after a now usual... Read More
Reality TV, The Media Blog
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September 21, 2020

Lagos to shut Ojota axis of Ikorodu road for 3 months, okays full re-opening of worship centres | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

The Lagos Government has announced the shutdown of the entire length of the main carriageway of Ikorodu Road from Ojota interchange to Ojota Second Pedestrian Bridge from Monday, September 21, 2020, as part of the next phase of the ongoing rehabilitation work on the road. Transport Commissioner, Dr. Frederick Oladeinde, advised all motorists to utilise... Read More
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The Daily Vulnerable
September 21, 2020

The Narrative | The Daily Vulnerable

by Geraldine Cunha-Herbert   Assess your narratives; those stories that you are telling yourself. Slow down. What are they? “I’m not good enough” “I’m disadvantaged” “I can’t  do it” “I’m not equipped” How about changing that narrative? How about changing how it affects your life? Focus on what you are capable of doing and being!... Read More
The Daily Vulnerable
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September 20, 2020

Here’s one more reason why Nigeria’s 60th Independence Celebration is not a time to dance around

In 10 days, Nigeria will be celebrating her 6oth independence anniversary when we all experience nostalgic feelings and a sense of oneness. But from all indications, things may take a solemn mood this year as Nigeria celebrates her Diamond jubilee. The killings, the food prices, the added taxes, epileptic power, bad roads are just a... Read More
Deep Dive
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September 20, 2020

#EdoDecides2020: The drama continues as Edo APC faults outcome, argues ‘fabrication’ of results

As with many other gubernatorial elections in Nigeria, the opposition All progressives Congress (APC) in Edo has faulted the September 19 results, saying many of the figures were ‘fabricated’, and the party’s representatives were discriminated against during the voting. This is a surprising development, considering, during the final collation and calling out of results, the... Read More
Blogs
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September 20, 2020

IT’S OFFICIAL: Obaseki floors arch-rival, Ize-Iyamu to clinch second term victory | #EdoDecides2020

The flag bearer of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) at the September 19 election, Godwin Nogheghase Obaseki, has been declared winner of the poll and is returned elected for a second term. Polling a total of 307,955 votes, he beat his closest challenger, Osagie Andrew Ize-Iyamu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) who polled a... Read More
Blogs, Deep Dive
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September 20, 2020

BREAKING NEWS: PDP’s Obaseki wins Edo governorship election | #EdoDecides2020

In a keenly fought election, the candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Godwin Obaseki has polled a total of 307,955 to be declared the winner of the Edo gubernatorial election by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). All Progressive Congress’ (APC) Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu got 223,619 votes, making the margin 84,336 votes. Obaseki won... Read More
Blogs, Extra, The News Blog
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September 20, 2020

Purity Culture is Rape Culture and we must bring the church to task | The YNaija #RapeCulture Special Series

Since time immemorial, the burden of men’s misbehavior has always been put on women and the church itself has helped enable the raising of men who never take responsibility for their actions. A pure example is the biblical story of Dinah who was “defiled” which is what we hear instead of “Shechem raped Dinah.” Such... Read More
Counter Culture Blog, Specials
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Fisayo Longe
September 20, 2020

Gutter Juice: The dangerous addiction, Interview with Fisayo Longe – the best Nigerian articles of the week

Each week here at YNaija, we round up the best Nigerian writing on the internet, highlighting the stories, profiles, interviews and in-depth reporting that rise above the daily churn. Here are the ones that caught our attention:   Gutter Juice… The dangerous teen addiction – Olatunji Ololade Gutter Juice gained prominence in the wake of... Read More
Top Stories
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September 19, 2020

FG’s response to UK, US on visa ban and asset seizure is spot on, but…

Certain power dynamics have long existed in the world. While there are countries who pride themselves as ‘world powers,’ there are others who still depend heavily on them, though independent. When the word ‘world power’ is mentioned, countries like the United States, The United Kingdom, Russia, China, Japan, Germany amongst others come to mind –... Read More
Deep Dive
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September 19, 2020

9mobile uplifts small business owners with Mega Millions Promo

The ongoing Mega Millions Promo by Nigeria’s customer-friendly telecommunication company, 9mobile could not have emerged at a better time. This is because the promo is happening at a time when many businesses are challenged by Covid-19. Hence, 9mobile’s Mega Million Promo intervention through the promo has continued to provide succour to more customers who are players... Read More
Partners
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September 18, 2020

The #YNaijaCover: APC’s Governor Akeredolu, Ludo Souvenirs and the Alagabaka Game of Thrones

On an unsuspecting Friday afternoon, several pictures quickly circulated the internet displaying a heap of slippers and rows of ludo games. One can easily dismiss this as something inconsequential but upon closer inspection, you are confronted with the face of Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, printed on the ludo sets. Many concluded that supporters of... Read More
Cover Stories
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