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Christianity ‘close to extinction’ in Middle East
Christianity faces being wiped out of the “biblical heartlands” in the Middle East because of mounting persecution of worshippers, according to a new report. The study warns that Christians…
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7 soldiers lose lives in accident on Abaji-Abuja highway
by Akan Ido Seven soldiers reportedly died this afternoon in an accident which involved three vehicles at Awawa on the Abaji-Abuja highway according to Federal Road Safety officials. The truck…
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Kaduna: Governor Yero nominates Bajoga as Deputy Governor
by Isi Esene The deputy governor vacuum left by the death of Kaduna State governor, Patrick Yakowa in an helicopter crash in Nembe, Bayelsa State in about to be filled.…
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FG announces new board for the SEC with Suleiman Ndanusa as chairman
by Isi Esene The Federal government has announced the constitution of a new board of the Security and Exchange Commission (SEC). The new board is headed by Suleiman Ndanusa. Other…
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‘Deport Piers Morgan’: Bid to kick CNN host out of America intensifies
US gun rights advocates have signed a White House petition calling for British CNN host Piers Morgan to be deported for allegedly attacking the Second Amendment rights of ordinary…
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Rihanna donates $1.75m to hospital in memory of her grandmother
Pop star Rihanna has donated $1.75m (£1.08m) to a hospital in Barbados in memory of her grandmother. The 24-year-old said the gift, which will pay for three pieces of medical…
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Report: Armed security agents arrest journalists in Kaduna
by Akan Ido Nigerian security operatives earlier today stormed the homes of two journalists arresting them. The two journalists write for Al-Mizan, a Hausa language newspaper. Sources say the men…
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Adele trademarks her own name
Adele has reportedly trademarked her own name. The Sun has revealed that the multi-million selling popstar has made sure that her name can't be used to sell perfume or jewellery without…
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Tolu Ogunlesi: The definitive list: Nigeria’s Top 5 good news items for 2012 (YNaija FrontPage)
Read my most recent YNaija piece for details. For the masses of Nigeria, every squabble between the members of an oppressive elite is good news. What better way to end…
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White Christmas for sure: Comedian AY buys white Acura-ZDX for wife (LOOK)
by Rachel Ogbu Ayo Makun also known as AY, popular Nigeria comedian has bought a car for his wife a white Acura-ZDX. Although it was a two in one present (anniversary…
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After 11 years of struggle, Nigerian living with face tumours gets US stay
by Akan Ido Victor Sopuruchi Chukwueke, a Nigerian living in the United States of America has been granted approval to legally stay and study in the country. The legislation which…
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Opinion: How success is often a catalyst for failure
by Greg McKeown If success is a catalyst for failure because it leads to the "undisciplined pursuit of more," then one simple antidote is the disciplined pursuit of less. Why…
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I didn’t choose him, God did: Do meet the world’s tallest teenage girl – and her boyfriend (PHOTOS, WATCH)
by Rachel Ogbu Elisany da Cruz Silva, 17, holds the world record as the tallest teenage girl measuring at 6ft 8in. Due to a tumour on her pituitary gland, which regulates growth, Cruz…
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Oluwatobi Soyombo: The rise and rise of digital influencers
by Oluwatobi Soyombo Influencers are not necessarily stars offline. In fact they may not be known by the neighbours next door; but when it comes to the social web, they…
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News in a New Media Age: Even the New York Times got it wrong
by Margaret Sullivan “I always said that if I read it in The Times, it must be right,” she said. But that faith was broken last weekend. The media critic Jack…
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Over a million youth apply for NDE job training in 5 years
No fewer than 1.03 million youths have applied for 448,043 job training slots under the National Directorate of Employment (NDE) in the last five years, according to a study. A…
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Solomon Osadolo: Waking up – The story of death (Y! Superblogger)
Nearly dying puts things in perspective. It is at the point of death we’re most lucid we see clearly then all we’ve done, been, could have been and could have…
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Xmas: FG uncovers plot to attack 10 states, recalls SSS officers on leave
Barely 24 hours and few days to the Christmas and New Year celebrations, the Federal Government has uncovered secret plots by the Islamic extremist group popularly known as Boko Haram…
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9 facts that will change the way you think about music
from OMG Facts Music is so influential it can alter your heartbeat, pulse rate, blood pressure, decrease your muscle tension, and even affect your body movement and coordination! The chills…
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Julius Agwu or Klint da Drunk, who wins the Xmas cards ‘war’? (LOOK)
Klint da Drunk and family by Akan Ido It's the season of official Christmas greeting cards as the Klint da Drunk family releases theirs just like Julius Agwu did recently.…
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Facebook releases ‘sext-friendly’ App that makes messages self-destruct
It’s apparent that Facebook is on an aggressive mission to take over the world. Aside from spending its days attempting to shut down massive search engine Google, Facebook is now…
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Tragic: Gunmen shoot 3-year-old boy, kill father, and kidnap mother
by Akan Ido Gunmen during the weekend shot a 3-year-old boy, killed his father and abducted his mother in a tragic incident which took place Oghodua Street, Off Iyeware Street…
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Diepreye Alamieyeseigha: Bola Ajibola dares President Jonathan to repeat himself
by Akan Ido Nigeria's former attorney general and minister for justice, Bola Ajibola has upbraided president Goodluck Jonathan for describing the former governor of Bayelsa State, Diepreye Alamieyeseigha as his…
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6 armed robbers arrested for stealing telecom power generators
A vigilante known as Donga Security has arrested six armed robbery suspects in two separate operations in Toro local government area of Bauchi State at the weekend. Parading the suspects…
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“I don’t need Ayo Oritsejafor’s PFN position” – Paul Adefarasin
by Isi Esene Paul Adefarasin, the senior pastor of the House on the Rock has denied interest in succeeding Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor, the president of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria…
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Don’t fall for it: 5 classic female traps and how to avoid them
From DFTM Never forget that women look at dating and marriage as businesses, and if she’s not going to realize a future profit, then she will have no further use…
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19 and fabulous: Mariam Afolabi presents Mademoiselle Aglaia fashion line live in Lagos (PHOTOS)
by Rachel Ogbu 19-year-old Mariam Afolabi is ready to become the face of new fashion in Nigeria. She’ll be showcasing in Nigeria for the first time on December 29, at the Oriental Hotel…
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Still changing lives: Funmi Iyanda’s foundation hosts Fashola again on January 1
by Rachel Ogbu On the January 1, 2013, Funmi Iyanda‘s Change-A-Life Foundation will broadcast its annual TV show. Lagos State Governor Babatunde Raji Fashola will be the special guest of honour on the…
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Guys, don’t do it!: 10 red flags women watch out for in men
From DFTM Most women want men who will protect them and make them feel safe--but they don't want a dictator who tells them where to go, when to leave, who…
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5 sure ways to make women want you
From DFTM Women want the ideal man who is confident, self-sufficient and respectable. Getting women to fall for you is not as hard as it may seem. Making women feel…
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The September Standard
- Unlock a Healthier You: Essential Resources for Holistic Well-being
- How Your Diet Could Be Making Your Snoring Worse
- Celebrating Nigerian Trailblazers: Inspiring Women in Fashion
- Silk: Unraveling Threads of Elegance and Innovation
- Grammy Awards 2024 Red Carpet Fashion: Hits and Misses that Stole the Spotlight
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