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#DanaCrash: We must not forget, say organisers of memorial service
by Stanley Azuakola With the pace at which the talking points in Nigeria change as new developments occur in the polity, it takes less than a week for Nigerians to…
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Aninoritse Odeli-Serrano: Hello, my name is …
by Aninoritse Serrano-Odeli What’s in a name? A lot of people have had this argument over the years: “nothing is in a name; oh a lot is in a name”. …
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Report: Farouk Lawan may spend weekend in detention, to sue police on Monday
by Hauwa Gambo Lawyers to the (former?) chairman of the House of Representatives Ad hoc Committee on Fuel Subsidy, Farouk Lawan, may be heading to court on Monday. (Read updates on…
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Woman hacks husband to death in Ekiti
by Seyi Lawal The things you hear. A woman, who is a teacher in the Ido-Osi local government of Ekiti has been reported to have hacked her husband (also a…
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You asked for it: Sambo says police reform will cost us N1.5trn
by Hauwa Gambo Maybe next time, we should just grumble quietly. The Vice-President of the country, Namadi Sambo yesterday revealed that the much-talked-about reform of the Nigeria Police Force will…
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#WhatHeSaid: Dana Air will fly again soon, company executive says
by Hauwa Gambo Pilot Africa is reporting that Dana Air, which has been in the news after a fatal crash that killed over 200 people, will fly again soon. See…
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Opinion: The local and global franchising of 419 Nigerian churches
by Lawrence Chinedu Nwobu To say that Nigeria is a 419 republic would be an understatement. Practically everywhere you look there is a scam. Whether in the government, the…
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“Kim levelled me” – Oprah explains why she interviewed the Kardashians on her show
by Adeniyi Abdul Oprah Winfrey has recently been the subject of a bit of controversy over her recent announcement that she would be having the Kardashian family on her Next…
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Hot Stuff: Samklef – ‘Billa Lomo’ + ‘Suwe (New Mix)’
by Chi Ibe Samklef is back with brand new singles ‘BILLA LOMO’ and ‘SUWE’ (new mix). Both songs are the 1st singles from his yet-to-be-named forthcoming album. Click here to…
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Dear Nse: My pastor says not to insult the president …
Editor's Note: Dear Nse are a series of letters written by a fan (Tayo) to a celebrity (Nse Ikpe Etim). The premise is they’ve come to share a special bond and exchange emails.…
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‘It is PDP or no other’ – The Jigawa governor wants you to accept Nigeria’s ‘only hope’
by Adeniyi Abdul Fellow Nigerians, it is time that we stopped criticising the ruling Peoples Democratic Party and accept that they are Nigeria's "only hope". Well, that is of course…
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Don’t call me brother! Cross River, Akwa Ibom fight over oil
by Stanley Azuakola What God joined together, the Federal Government first put asunder in 1987 when it divided Old Cross River State into two –Akwa Ibom and Cross River. Now…
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‘We must never be cowed’ – House of Reps suspends Farouk Lawan
by Adeniyi Abdul In light of the recent bribery scandal involving Honourable Farouk Lawan and Femi Otedola, the House of Representatives today served the former head of the fuel subsidy…
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#BBViral: The Gospel according to Saint Farouk
This was first published on Omojuwa.com by Zebbook - it's now gone viral! Well, enjoy it: 1) And it came to pass after these things, on the first day of…
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Farouk Lawan is suspended – and 6 other thingss that happened in the House today
by Stanley Azuakola We know how easily some of us get bored with what goes on in Abuja. Not many would consider sitting in front of their TVs watching men…
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Hot Stuff: DJ Zeez feat. Eva – ‘Fido Dido’
by Seyi Lawal Forget 7-Up, this Fido Dido’ is the new single from DJ zeez, as he teams up with Eva Alordiah. Click here to listen: [audio:]
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Writing Advice: How to remain a poet in a busy world
From Writer's Relief staff: If you’re a poet, maintaining a poetic sensibility is important whether you have all the time in the world or no time at all. But that…
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The Weth Chronicles: Misery finds company
“I was able to contact the Sudanese Government using some of my black channels in Juba. What was it all about? I wondered. What was life, its meaning, its reason;…
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7 tips for clear skin: How to get perfect skin
We all suffer from bad skin days from time to time, but there are many tips and tricks you can use to get perfect skin naturally. To make spots…
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Here and There: Somehow we have passed shame, by Amma Ogan
by Amma Ogan Being in Lagos at the time of the Dana Airlines plane crash was like looking on at the filming of a movie based on a true story.…
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Henry Boyo: How a weak Naira led to the #DanaCrash
by Henry Boyo Dana aircraft It is now clear that over 150 innocent souls died recently as a result of the Dana Air crash. Nigerians commiserate with families and friends…
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“What is the basis for (the) honour?” – Fashola suspends honourary degrees in LASU
by Hauwa Gambo Governor Fashola gets stern Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN), the governor of Lagos State, was guest at the 17th Convocation ceremony of the Lagos State University (LASU) yesterday…
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Abimbola Adelakun: June 12 and MKO’s mishonour
by Abimbola Adelakun MKO Abiola It was another June 12 on Tuesday. Like previous anniversaries, the Federal Government left the date to be marked mainly in the South-West and this…
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Dearcurves presents its refreshing Spring/summer Collection- See Photos
By Chi ibe Linda Idegwu, the creative director of Dearcurves describes the newr SS12 range as a nostalgic and light weight recollection of fashion as defined and worn by African women…
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#FemiVsFarouk: Police detain Lawan, D-day in the House
by Stanley Azuakola Embattled member of the House of Representatives, Hon Farouk Lawan, was not released after his interrogation by the Police at the Force Headquarters yesterday. The legislator finally…
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#ThisShouldConcernYou: Mo Ibrahim is giving $100, 000 to young people
by Stanley Azuakola For the second in a row, the Mo Ibrahim Foundation would be giving opportunities to a few young Africans with leadership potential for mentorship at three multilateral…
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This way, (in)mate: Farouk Lawan to spend the night in police custody
by Hauwa Gambo Channels TV is reporting that Farouk Lawan, the central character in the sensational bribe scandal around the House of Representatives fuel subsidy probe, will be spending tonight…
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Leadership Editorial: Lawan, Otedola, N2.6trn thieves must face justice
by Hauwa Gambo Femi Otedola Our friends at Leadership aren't pulling any punches about the latest round of bribe scandals, and that's just the way we like it. As they…
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Emir of the CBN? Sanusi Lamido explains himself
by Stanley Azuakola Somehow, the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mallam Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, felt that he had to respond to the criticisms which came his way…
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#FaroukLawan: At last, Lawan submits himself to the police
by Stanley Azuakola Hon Farouk Lawan, the man who has made all the headlines this week, finally showed up at the Police Force Headquarters today. At the Louis Edet House,…
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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