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October 18, 2017

[The Injustice Blog] Is Okorocha suffering from an inferiority complex syndrome?

If we are to diagnose the actions and inactions of Rochas Okorocha since assumption of office, it is nothing other than an inferiority complex. According to Wikipedia, “An inferiority complex is a lack of self-worth, a doubt and uncertainty about oneself, and feelings of not measuring up to standards. It is often subconscious, and is... Read More
Counter Culture Blog
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October 18, 2017

“The best thing that ever happened to her” | Trump accuses Comey of protecting Clinton

President Trump has accused former FBI director, James Comey of drafting a letter which exonerated his fierce opponent and former Democrats presidential candidate in the last election, Hillary Clinton, from the then investigation into her use of private email servers during her time as Secretary of State. The president recollected the failure of Comey to... Read More
Donald Trump
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October 18, 2017

So you think you know Lagos I: The hidden jewels of Isheri, renovated Berger and the faces of Agege

If football and other sporting events unite Nigerians, then Agege bread unites Lagosians regardless of socio-economic class and/or education. On their taste buds, Lagos residents carry an agreement (call it an identifier, if you want), that this bread, made from places only a few know of, is one of the quintessential representations of the state,... Read More
Citizenship, Featured
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October 18, 2017

”33” Export excites Owerri with Friendship Party

With the celebration of friendship as its key message, “33” Export Lager Beer, Nigeria’s No. 1 Friendship Beer, hosted consumers to an evening of fun at Bongo Center, Owerri, Imo State on Sunday October 15th, 2017. Before the Owerri event, other cities across Nigeria including Lagos, Ibadan, Uyo, and Port-Harcourt had felt the friendship vibe... Read More
Partners
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October 18, 2017

FG warns Nigerians travelling abroad for medical treatment, says organ theft on the increase

The Federal Ministry of Health says Nigerians travelling outside the country for medical attention should be very careful due to the rising cases of illegal organ harvesting by some hospitals. The warning was contained in a letter written by the Minister of Health, Prof. Isaac Adewole, addressed to the President of the Nigerian Medical Association... Read More
The News Blog
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October 18, 2017

Editor’s Note: YNaija presents Lagos like you’ve never seen it

Today, YNaija begins an 11-part citizenship series on Lagos, popularly dubbed, “the city that doesn’t sleep“. Known for its welcoming aura and constant vibe, Lagos is home to all. From the street urchin to the upwardly mobile youth; to the politician and the businessmen, the state accommodates every cadre and strata of society. In our usual manner... Read More
Citizenship, Featured
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October 18, 2017

Man behind the “sickening” Somalia bombing was motivated by revenge – Officials

The man behind one of the deadliest bombings in recent history was a soldier whose hometown was destroyed by US Special Forces two months ago, according to officials. Reference: A massive bomb attack hit the busy area of the Somali capital, Mogadishu Saturday killing at least 276 people. It has been described as the worst single explosion in the East African country since... Read More
Global
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October 18, 2017

President Buhari urges accountants to help in the fight against corruption

President Muhammadu Buhari has urged accountants in the country to help the Federal Government in its resolve to route corruption out of the country. Buhari said this while declaring open the Annual Conference of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria in Abuja on Tuesday. Highlights: Represented at the event by the Accountant General of... Read More
The News Blog
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October 18, 2017

“Freedom is from God and not government” | 5 things we learnt from Trump’s Heritage speech

President Donald J. Trump on Tuesday night addressed the Heritage Foundation President’s Club on the importance of tax reform for the American people. In the brief address, Trump echoed some of his coveted agendas which have been the source of a tussle between the administration and Congress in recent times. Here are five things we... Read More
Donald Trump
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October 18, 2017

Is it possible to be happy every single day? | Chude Jideonwo presents The Joy Congress 2.0 – Register Now

The Joy Congress, a gathering of hundreds of people, especially young people, learning the principles of well being, human flourishing and a life worth living from faith traditions and contemporary scientific research has announced its second edition.  The first edition held in August 2017 in Lagos, Nigeria, and featured teachings and messages from media entrepreneur... Read More
Partners
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October 18, 2017

Anakle just retold a deeply important Chinua Achebe story. But do we pay attention?

There was a lot happening in three minutes. I wondered if I was hallucinating this reality – was this Things Fall Apart inside another story, wrapped in another layer, extended, widened, the past and present co-joined, essentially the greatest story out of Nigeria retold? I watched it again, and it was hard to miss. The ad from... Read More
Thinking Through
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October 18, 2017

The Big 5: Governors ask FG for balance of Paris Club refund, Nigerian Army acquire new technology to fight Boko Haram, and other top stories

Good morning. Here are the top 5 stories you should be monitoring today: The Nigerian Army has been very busy lately battling not only insurgency but also the spread of diseases. So far, at least, 10,446 people living in the South-East and Cross River have benefited from the Army’s medical outreach through its Operation Python... Read More
Featured, The News Blog
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October 18, 2017

President Buhari presents 2018-2020 expenditure framework to House of Reps

President Muhammadu Buhari has submitted the 2018-2020 Medium Term Expenditure Framework and Fiscal Strategy Paper (MTEF-FSP) to the House of Representatives in a bid to ensure the timely passage of the 2018 budget. Speaker Yakubu Dogara read the correspondence from the President dated October 9, 2017, during the plenary session of the House yesterday. The... Read More
The News Blog
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October 18, 2017

The YNaija Tracklist: FG acquiring modern warfare technology | Tottenham show they belong in the UCL | More stories

From the papers this morning, a tracklist. Kanu Nwankwo launches N1bn lotto for heart surgeries – YNaija I am 47, not too young to be Are Ona Kakanfo – Gani Adams – YNaija FG is acquiring and installing modern technology to fight Boko Haram – Buratai – YNaija About 10,400 get Army’s free medical service... Read More
Featured, The News Blog
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Wizkid
October 18, 2017

Entertainment Roundup: Wizkid battles Jay-Z, Drake and Cardi B for Best International Act at 2017 MOBO Awards | More stories

Catch up on the biggest entertainment stories that made the rounds yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept – and are still buzzing this Wednesday morning. Wizkid, Maleek Berry, Tiwa Savage nominated for MOBO Awards  Starboy Wizkid has been nominated alongside global superstars, Jay-Z, Drake, Kendrick Lamar, Cardi B and Travis Scott in the... Read More
Featured, Thinking Through
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October 18, 2017

About 10,400 get Army’s free medical service in South-East

Over 10,446 residents of the South-East and Cross River have benefited from Nigerian Army’s Operation Python Dance II’s free medical outreach in the past one month. A statement yesterday by the Deputy Director of Army Public Relations at the 82 Division, Col. Sagir Musa said Operation Python Dance II, also called Operation Egwu Eke II, took place within the... Read More
The News Blog
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October 18, 2017

FG is acquiring and installing modern technology to fight Boko Haram – Buratai

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai has said that the Federal Government is acquiring and installing modern technologies in the fight against the insurgent group, Boko Haram. Highlights: He said the development was made possible through government’s collaboration with the United States (U.S.), Israel, United Kingdom (UK), Jordan and the Kingdom of... Read More
The News Blog
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October 18, 2017

Kanu Nwankwo launches N1bn lotto for heart surgeries

The veteran footballer, Nwankwo Kanu has launched a lotto to raise funds for the Kanu Heart Foundation (KHF) and help build a specialist cardiac hospital in Abuja. The KHF lotto, in conjunction with AfroMillonsLotto, offers a jackpot starting at N1 billion. According to a statement by Kanu, 20 percent of every ticket sold will go directly to... Read More
The News Blog
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October 18, 2017

I am 47, not too young to be Are Ona Kakanfo – Gani Adams

The new Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Chief Gani Adams Tuesday, said he would use his new position to promote the Yoruba culture and fight the cause of the Yoruba race. While speaking with newsmen, he described himself as a fighter, Adams, who is the National Coordinator of the Oodua Peoples Congress (OPC), added that he would reach... Read More
The News Blog
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October 17, 2017

Why PDP must win the Presidency in 2019 – Jonathan

Former President Goodluck Jonathan says the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) must win the 2019 presidential election. Speaking on Tuesday when he received Raymond Dokpesi, an aspirant for the party’s national chairmanship position, at his residence in Abuja, Jonathan warned members of the party not to make the mistake of making wrong choice of national working... Read More
The News Blog
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October 17, 2017

You are very stupid | Between Rochas Okorocha and JJ Omojuwa

A Twitter exchange between governor of Imo State, Rochas Okorocha and Social media influencer, JJ Omojuwa has gone viral. Recall that Nigerians had criticised the governor’s decision to build a N500m statue of South African President, Jacob Zuma. While reacting to the news, Omojuwa in a sarcastic manner tweeted a photo of Rivers governor, Nyesom... Read More
The News Blog
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Gani Adams
October 17, 2017

Aare Ona Kakanfo: You deserve the honour | Tinubu congratulates Gani Adams

National leader of the All Progressives Congress, Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday congratulated the National Coordinator of the Oodua Peoples Congress, Gani Adams, over his appointment as the 15th Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland. In a statement signed by his Media Office, Tinubu noted that the OPC leader deserved the honour. He said he has continued... Read More
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