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August 14, 2017

Opinion: Kenyan youth are winning elections, the ones in Nigeria are daydreaming

by ‘Fisayo Soyombo This is a story of two popular but dissimilar Cynthias. One recently earned her fame, the other has been around for a while. One is a politician, the other a musician. One symbolizes intellect and strength of character, the other is unmistakably a sex symbol. One is Kenyan, the other Nigerian. One... Read More
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August 14, 2017

[The Sexuality Blog] Nigeria’s archaic abortion laws need to go, like yesterday

It isn’t news that the average Nigerian has no idea what the Nigerian Constitution says about the most basic laws that govern our lives. If we did, we’d know that many of our laws are relics of a colonial past and haven’t been reviewed or updated in several decades. Take for example, the curious little... Read More
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August 14, 2017

Opinion: Gov Obiano, these are the reasons behind Ozubulu massacre

by Albert Afeso Akanbi ‘…what on earth would make people open fire on innocent unarmed worshipers, including children and women, on a Sunday morning…?’ –Rev Fr. Hyginus Aghaulo, Catholic Diocese of Nnewi, Anambra State. August 6, 2017, will remain a black day in the annals of Ozubulu community in Ekwusigo Local Government Area of Anambra... Read More
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August 14, 2017

The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today

These are the top five stories you should monitor today. 1. Osinbajo is a mere figurehead, he is not in control – PDP The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has described Acting President, Yemi Osinbajo as a “mere figurehead” who is not in charge of the country. 2. Jonathan was not competent in anything, he is the worst – Balarabe... Read More
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August 14, 2017

Pence attacks media for criticizing Trump over Charlottesville

by Adedotun Michael The U.S. Vice President Mike Pence has leaned to his boss’ defense by criticizing the media for its coverage of President Donald Trump’s remarks on Saturday of the violence in Charlottesville, Virginia were the president said, “We condemn in the strongest possible terms this egregious display of hatred, bigotry and violence on... Read More
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August 14, 2017

Why I appointed Okonjo-Iweala finance minister – Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has explained why he appointed Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala as Minister of Finance. Obasanjo said some of the projects in the Paris Club debt were fraudulent. He made this known in his new book titled “Making Africa Work”, launched recently in Victoria Island, Lagos. The book was co-authored by the former president... Read More
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August 14, 2017

[The Sexuality Blog] 13 humiliating years after, UK grants Aderonke Apata asylum status

Finally, I’m granted #asylum So grateful to everyone that stood by me The fight 4 #LGBT ppl seeking asylum continueshttps://t.co/RgvdFKU6Ei — Support Aderonke (@Asylum4Aderonke) August 10, 2017 I cannot imagine what it must have felt like to be regarded for 13 years solely by your sexuality. Aderonke Apata, a Nigerian seeking asylum in the United... Read More
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August 14, 2017

Entertainment Roundup: Tom Cruise injured on set of Mission Impossible 6 | Dammy Krane calls for prayers over his fraud case | More stories

Catch up on the biggest entertainment stories from the weekend and others that unraveled while you slept – and are certain to buzz throughout today. Bruno Mars spreads some of his 24k magic love Singer, Bruno Mars is spreading love right to his fans. The ‘Versace on the floor’ singer announced that he would be donating... Read More
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August 14, 2017

LONG READ: The impact of Electronic banking on bank performance in Nigeria

Financial institutions have been tasked with sustaining and setting the pace and direction of the economic development of Nigeria. The success of the federal government’s fiscal and monetary policies is particularly dependent on the support and cooperation of the financial institutions. The banking sector, in particular, has a significant role to play. The new millennium... Read More
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August 14, 2017

This is literally everything you need to know about Diezani Alison-Madueke’s expensive “crimes”

Everywhere you turn, there’s she is, looking like she could not have managed a quarter o all the allegations heaped against her. You turn on your TV screen, your computer, influencers in social media have found a way to make a meme out of her situation. The next thing you know, you’ll turn a page... Read More
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August 14, 2017

Abbesi Akhamie, Melissa Adeyemo and Lala Akindoju’s film Still Water Runs Deep set to premiere at Toronto International Film Festival

Independent producers, Melissa Adeyemo, Abbesi Akhamie and Lala Akindoju are set to premiere their latest short film, Still Water Runs Deep, at the 2017 Toronto International Film Festival. The film is written and directed by Akhamie, a New York University Tisch Graduate student. Still Water Runs Deep is the story of a father who must... Read More
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August 14, 2017

The YNaija Tracklist: Osinbajo is a mere figurehead, he is not in control – PDP | Jonathan is shameless for saying he fought corruption – Sagay | More stories

From the papers this morning – a tracklist. Ignore quit notice by Niger Delta militants | PANDEF tells Yorubas, Hausas – YNaija Jonathan was not competent in anything, he is the worst – Balarabe Musa – YNaija Osinbajo is a mere figurehead, he is not in control – PDP – YNaija Assign portfolios to newly... Read More
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August 14, 2017

The world has seen “fire and fury”, what we haven’t seen is the truth in Trump’s statements

You already know this: Trump is big on posturing. Perhaps when it comes to Kim Jong-Un of North Korea, his posturing is a necessary tactic to quell any notions the megalomaniac – Kim, not Trump this time – has that America, will roll over and play dead. This is what happened when President Donald Trump received... Read More
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August 14, 2017

Jonathan is shameless for saying he fought corruption – Sagay

Chairman of the Presidential Advisory Committee Against Corruption (PACAC) Prof Itse Sagay has condemned former President Goodluck Jonathan for claiming his administration fought corruption. While speaking at the convention of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abuja, Jonathan had admitted that he “failed to completely plug the loopholes in the fight against corruption”. He however stated that... Read More
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August 14, 2017

State of origin should be replaced with state of residence – Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has quit notices being issued by different ethnic group has been generating heat in the polity. In a statement he signed on Sunday, Atiku said state of origin should be replaced with state of residence in the constitution , to promote unity. The statement, titled, ‘An eye for an eye... Read More
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August 14, 2017

Assign portfolios to newly appointed ministers | Reps tell Osinbajo

Some members of the House of Representatives have called on Acting President Yemi Osinbajo to assign portfolios to newly sworn-in ministers. A lawmaker from Lagos State, James Faleke said the ministers were appointed on basis that there were vacancies in the Federal Executive Council. He said the minsiters were idle, stating that such should not be... Read More
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August 14, 2017

Osinbajo is a mere figurehead, he is not in control – PDP

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has described Acting President, Yemi Osinbajo as a “mere figurehead” who is not in charge of the country. Spokesperson for the party, Dayo Adeyeye told Punch that Osinbajo was not in control, contrary to claims that President Muhammadu Buhari handed over to him before leaving Nigeria. Adeyeye wondered why the... Read More
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August 14, 2017

Jonathan was not competent in anything, he is the worst – Balarabe Musa

Former governor of Kaduna State, Balarabe Musa has condemned former President Goodluck Jonathan for claiming that his administration was sound economically. While speaking at the PDP non-elective National Convention on Saturday, Jonathan had said despite flood disasters in many parts of the country, there were no food shortages or arbitrary increase in prices. He also boasted that his... Read More
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August 13, 2017

[The Activism Blog] JAN is offering young people a chance to truly inspire

Junior Achievement Nigeria (JAN), a part of Junior Achievement Worldwide, is giving young people an opportunity to volunteer to empower youth or sponsor a classroom. JA Nigeria is part of the world’s largest network of organisations dedicated to empowering students on financial literacy, work readiness and entrepreneurship through experiential, hands-on programs. https://www.instagram.com/p/BXsDtkuHLyO/
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