[The Music Blog]: The death of Nigerian labels, dearth of hip-hop crews and Tinny Mafia

Tanker driver blames Dangote for the Lagos gridlock (WATCH)

The gridlock in Apapa does not look like it is about to end and has now got to Obanikoro – which might move further towards Ikorodu if nothing is done to salvage the situation. On our visit to Ojuelegba, we noticed that many residents of the axis affected by the traffic practically walk to and... Read More

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Trump sends another warning to Sen. Rand Paul over Obamacare repeal

President Donald Trump has once again called out Republican Senator Rand Paul to review his possible vote against the new ObamaCare repeal bill called the Graham-Cassidy Bill. Trump indirectly labelled Rand and any other Republican who may thumb down on the bill as Republican traitors who will only be known as Republicans who saved ObamaCare.... Read More

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Just In: Ronaldo, Messi, Neymar make FIFA best player shortlist

Lionel Messi has been named alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar on the three-man shortlist for the Best FIFA Men’s Player Award. They were announced in London on Friday. The Brazilian star had joined Paris Saint-Germain in a 222 million euros ($266 million) deal from Barcelona. Ronaldo had led Real Madrid to the La Liga title and a third... Read More

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Catcalling might soon be illegal in France

Like Nigeria and most countries where patriarchy is upheld, France has a massive catcalling and sexual harassment problem. The problem of women being sexually and physically harassed under the guise of flirtation is such a major problem that it was one of the campaign points from French President Emmanuel Macron’s presidential campaign. France’s minister for... Read More

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Why proscription of IPOB was necessary – Ohanaeze

The Youth wing of the Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Ohanaeze Youth Council Worldwide has said it supports the proscription of the activities of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The group said this in a statement signed by he National President, Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Deputy National President, Dr Arthur Obiora, Secretary General, Mazi Okwu Nnabuike, Dr. Kingsley Dozie and... Read More

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How long Buhari will stay in the UK – Presidency

Spokesman of the President, Femi Adesina has said President Muhammadu Buhari will spend four days in London. Adesina said this while speaking on BBC Hausa on Friday. Background: President Buhari had arrived at London, after speaking at the United Nations General Assembly in New York. The Presidency had earlier announced that Buhari will stop at... Read More

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Stop crying foul | Islamic leaders lash out at CAN

The Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has said Muslims have continued to tolerate the imposition of Christian ways on them and never complained. The council said in response to a statement by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) that the Federal Government was attempting to Islamise the country, through the issuance of Sukuk bonds. What happened:... Read More

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Opinion: Lessons for Nigeria from 2017 International Day of Democracy

by Jide Ojo Since 2007, United Nations has set aside September 15 of every year as International Day of Democracy. This year’s IDD was celebrated globally last Friday. In Nigeria, save for some media houses which hosted discussions around the issues raised in this year’s theme which is “Democracy and Conflict Prevention” nothing much was... Read More

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Nigeria did not tell us to shut Radio Biafra – UK govt

The United Kingdom has denied that the Federal Government made a request for it to shut down Radio Biafra. The radio station is being run in the United Kingdom by Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). What happened: Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed had said the Federal Government approached the... Read More

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Get a free screen protector & back cover – Buy a Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime+ Or J7 Neo

Looking for a device that supports you in every way? Look no further as Samsung is pleased to announce the release of the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime+ and the J7 Neo. The Galaxy Grand Prime+ is available in Black, Gold, Silver and Pink Gold, so, there is a colour for everyone! The new device has... Read More

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Kim Jong Un is obviously a “madman” – Trump

Various reactions and counter-reactions continue to trail President Trump’s warning of a possible destruction of North Korea if the US is forced to defend itself or its allies. Earlier Thursday night, Kim Jong Un labelled the US President as mentally deranged and threatened Trump would pay dearly for threatening the communist country. Trump on Friday... Read More

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Opinion: How to make Nigerian football attractive in a digital age

by Temitope Adigun Several years ago, most Nigerians were strangers to the advancing age of digitalization, especially that of the online; doubting their viability in a nation coupled with lack of knowledge of the internet. It is baffling to notice that upon the drastic change in the technological system of the world, in which Nigeria... Read More

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[The Music Blog]: Get a feel of Aylø’s finest album yet, ‘Insert Project Name’

It doesn’t take long to get into Aylø’s new mixtape, Insert Project Name. Taking in a full minute of nothing but the sombre and wide-open groove harmonies on opening track “Gardens”, before Aylø eventually starts singing with his warm, strained and conversational vocals, the first thing that clicks is the unhurried feel. But as soon as the lyrics and ideas... Read More

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Tammy Abraham denies leaving England for Nigeria

Chelsea striker Kevin Oghenetega Tamaraebi Bakumo-Abraham, known as Tammy Abraham has denied reports that he is set to switch international allegiances to Nigeria in a bid to play at next year’s World Cup. He insisted, “I remain available for selection for England.” The 19-year-old, currently on loan to Swansea, played for England at this summer’s... Read More

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Skinny Girl in Transit Season 4 is back

Skinny Girl in Transit is back! The romantic series by NdaniTV is back for a fourth season and we cannot begin to describe how excited we are! Last season, fans saw their favourites, Mide and Tiwa get together in the most romantic closing scene ever – we are still not over that kiss at the... Read More

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[The Music Blog] Buzz Review: Tipsy comes in a little too hard on “E Dakun”

“If I be boy, every girl go wan blow me”, Tipsy rumbles on “E Dakun”. Her presumption of what a change in gender could do to her sex life, albeit crude, is also a deep reflection of how much easier it is for a man to succeed in the hip-hop game. “E Dakun” is not... Read More

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[The Sexuality Blog] Why Lena Waithe’s EMMY win is so important

Everyone knows that unless you are male, straight, white and cis, you are going to have to work twice as hard to get half the recognition others with privilege are handed on a platter. But the just concluded 2017 Emmy took a step towards correcting this social imbalance. The awards which had a record number... Read More

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Where is Nnamdi Kanu? | There’s no one restoring Biafraland right now

“In view of the concerted effort by the oppressive Nigerian state to shatter the peace and tranquility of the South-East and the rest of Biafraland through military intimidation, it has become necessary for me to clarify why, regrettably, I may not be able to attend Friday’s meeting with the South-East governors as earlier agreed, for... Read More

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Mugabe attacks Donald Trump at #UNGA, calls him “Giant Gold Goliath”

The President of Zimbabwe, Robert Mugabe came all out for U.S. President Donald Trump at the United Nations General Assembly on Thursday – calling him the “Giant Gold Goliath.” Highlights: Mugabe, 93, took Trump to task both on policy and appearance. “Some of us were,” Mugabe said, pausing for emphasis, “embarrassed, if not frightened, by what appeared... Read More

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“I have not for once gained one single thing from PDP” – Ifeanyi Ubah

The Chairman of Capital Oil and Gas Limited, Ifeanyi Ubah Thursday, says he has not gained anything from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Antecedent: The PDP suspended him for one month for allegedly making “disparaging allegations” against the party over the conduct of the Anambra governorship primary election which he lost to Oseloka Obaze. The PDP... Read More

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“Stop stoking the embers of disharmony and divisions in the polity” | Wike attacks Lai Mohammed

The governor of Rivers, Nyesom Wike Thursday, at the All Nigeria Editors Conference in Port Harcourt has advised the Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism, Lai Mohammed, to stop “stoking the embers of disharmony”. Antecedent: The minister had accused “the coalition of the politically disgruntled and the treasury looters” of sponsoring the Indigenous People of Biafra... Read More

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5 amazing videos of Nigerian Ventriloquists that’ll make you fall in love with the art

Many Nigerians haven’t gotten over the fact that 12 year old, ventriloquist, Darci Lynne won America’s Got Talent, beating even the Nigerian-beloved Kechi Okwuchi. To some, it made absolutely no sense. I mean, what is even a ‘Ventriloquist’? Let’s consult Wikipedia. “Ventriloquism, or ventriloquy, is an act of stagecraft in which a person (a ventriloquist) changes his... Read More

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Some undocumented minors are ‘wolves in sheep clothing’ – Sessions

Attorney General Jeff Sessions while speaking before law enforcement officials outside a federal courthouse in Boston on Thursday called for a crackdown on illegal immigration and the increasing influx of violent criminal gangs into the U.S.. He also blasted those “taking advantage” of the Unaccompanied Alien Children program. “We are now working with the Department... Read More

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Peregrino Brimah: The Federal Government is aiding and abetting terrorists now?

by Peregrino Brimah By defending Fulani terrorists listed in the Global Terrorism Index as the fourth deadliest terrorist group in the world, the Buhari government is dangerously aiding and abetting terror. Armed Fulani militant terrorists have killed thousands of Nigerians and wiped out dozens of cities across the length and breadth of Nigeria while causing severe... Read More

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North Korea could test hydrogen bomb in Pacific, top diplomat says

According to South Korea Yonhap news agency, North Korea’s foreign minister Ri Yong has said the nation may test a hydrogen bomb in the Pacific Ocean after dictator Kim Jong Un vowed he would take the “highest-level” action against the United States. “We have no idea about what actions could be taken as it will... Read More

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Entertainment Roundup: Machete-wielding woman threatens to “execute” the Kardashians; Rahama Sadau, Gbenro Ajibade to host 2017 BON Awards | More stories

It’s Fri-yay!!! Here are the biggest entertainment stories from yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept – and are still buzzing on our final roundup for the week. This woman is trying to “execute” the Kardashians An unknown woman reportedly walked into the Kardashians’s DASH store in West Hollywood on Thursday morning and pointed... Read More

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The YNaija Cover this morning – the 22nd of September

Follow these links to read our cover stories and analyses on YNaija: We will not allow anybody to do “backdoor” admission – JAMB Customs DG meets Turkish envoy today over illegal arms importation “We are not terrorists and can never be” | IPOB replies FG

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The Big 5: Non-academic staff of Nigerian universities calls off strike; World’s richest woman dies at 94; and other top stories

Good morning. Here are the top 5 stories you should be monitoring today: Following the lead of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), the non-teaching staff of Nigerian universities have suspended their two-week-old strike over the non-implementation of an agreement reached with the federal government. The Federal Government reached an agreement with the group... Read More

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The Thread: Here’s what we might be getting wrong in Nigerian politics

Chude Jideonwo, co-founder of media network, RED (and currently full-time student) has been musing about how we can get around the world’s most stubborn problems, particularly politically. He suggests that the answer might lie in thinking outside the box entirely. See below: On another related note. Hillary's book yesterday really really got me thinking. About... Read More