August 11, 2017

“Military solutions fully in place” | Trump warns North Korea

by Adedotun Michael President Trump has refused to take it slow with the regime in North Korea as he continues to fire bold warnings and comments at Kim Jong Un to sound as a note for the regime. From the threat of “fire and fury” to boastful claims of the best nuclear weapons. President Trump has... Read More

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August 11, 2017

Opinion: When an Election Petition Tribunal makes a mockery of the law

by Abdul Mahmud A few years ago, the National and State Houses of Assembly Election Petition Tribunal, Rivers State, sitting in Abuja delivered its judgment in Andrew Igbonule Uchendu and All Progressive Congress (APC) v. Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Senator George Thompson Sekibo and People’s Democratic Party in petition Number EPT/RV/SEN/15/2016, which raises far-reaching... Read More

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August 11, 2017

‘Mere sickness cannot make President Buhari resign’ – APC Chieftain

An APC chieftain, Ekiti, Engr. Kayode Ojo yesterday, asked those calling for President Buhari’s resignation to desist. Ojo stated this in Ijero Ekiti on Friday, saying the president could not resign on “mere sickness”, however, that the protests are constitutional. According to Daily Trust, Ojo also declared his intention to vie for the governorship seat... Read More

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August 11, 2017

There’s a likelihood recession ended in June – Yemi Kale

The statistician general of the federation, Yemi Kale, says there’s a likelihood that the economic recession in Nigeria ended in the second quarter of 2017. In an interview with Bloomberg, Kale he would confirm after the numbers have been collated. “Intuitively, we might be getting out of recession in the second quarter, but I can’t... Read More

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August 11, 2017

You’re on your own, China warns N’Korea

by Adedotun Michael The Chinese government through Global Times Newspaper has stated clearly it won’t come to the rescue of North Korea if it launches missiles threatening U.S. soil and there is retaliation, but it would intervene if Washington strikes. In the publication, China today, strongly warned both Washington and Pyongyang not to do anything... Read More

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August 11, 2017

Here are the designers to lookout for at NSFDW 2017

The biggest fashion event platform in Nigeria that aims at promoting young and emerging fashion designers is set to go big as we celebrate our 5th anniversary of Nigerian Student Fashion & Design Week. NSFDWeek also showcases current collections from established designers who are role models to these emerging designers. We are going big this... Read More

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August 11, 2017

White House aide describes Tillerson’s statement on military matters as “nonsensical”

by Adedotun Michael Sebastian Gorka, a White House aide has described as “nonsensical” Secretary of State Rex Tillerson’s statement on the military. Gorka who spoke to BBC Radio said Tillerson was in no capacity to talk about the military as it is not his mandate. According to him, “The idea that Secretary Tillerson is going... Read More

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August 11, 2017

We need to help break the cycle of suffering in Northeast Nigeria – UK

The United Kingdom has said the stories of those affected by the activities of Boko Haram in the North-East cannot be forgotten. The Permanent Representative of UK to the UN, Amb. Matthew Rycroft stated this at the Security Council briefing on ‘Peace and Security in Africa’ with a focus on Nigeria and the Democratic Republic... Read More

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August 11, 2017

Trumps approval rating rebounds to 45%

by Adedotun Michael In a recent survey made by Zogby Analytics, it has revealed that Trump’s rating has rebounded to a whopping 45 percent which was driven by big gains among Hispanics, union households and voters in the West, according to The Washington Examiner. Zogby said, more men approve of Trump than don’t. “The president’s... Read More

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August 11, 2017

Opinion: Heartbreaks are miracles

by Ona Amanda Eze Usually, she would spend so much time conversing with him over the phone or in person. They had grown fond of each other, but she, more. It all happened quickly, and over in a similar manner. It was only a short period, so she could easily move on, so you may... Read More

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August 11, 2017

Barcelona receive payment for Neymar

Neymar‘s move to Paris Saint Germain might come earlier than anticipated as a Barcelona inside source confirmed on Friday the €222 million ($261 million) cheque used to pay his buyout clause had been cleared. Barcelona must now deliver his transfer certificate to the Spanish Football Federation who will then pass it to the French Football Federation for... Read More

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August 11, 2017

Kenya police take precautions as electoral commission is set to announce results

The Police in Kenya Friday, took precautions ahead of the announcement of the final results of the election. The expected announcement is that incumbent President Uhuru Kenyatta has won re-election despite allegations of ‘hacking’ by opposition leader Raila Odinga. According to Reuters, Police stationed extra forces at the airport in the western city of Kisumu in... Read More

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August 11, 2017

US Commerce Dept. to help “grow business” of YouTubers who campaigned for President Trump

by Adedotun Michael The US Commerce Department is to help YouTube stars who campaigned for President Trump “grow their business and build their brand.” Lynnette Hardaway and Rochelle Richardson, YouTube stars better known as “Diamond” and “Silk,” respectively who run a political blog aimed at promoting President Trump and denigrating his critics were invited to the... Read More

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August 11, 2017

Rival protest groups clash over Buhari in Abuja

As the protest reaches its fifth day, two rival groups of protesters reportedly had a face-off today on the streets of Abuja over President Buhari’s continued absence from the country. The Police, however, intervened, preventing a clash that might have turned bloody. Channels TV reports that the concerned Nigerians group asking the President to ‘resume or... Read More

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August 11, 2017

Lagos kidnappers’ den: What is government doing about this heinous crime?

by Wareez Odunayo The rate at which kidnappings occur in Nigeria is alarming. Hardly does a day pass without the sad news of persons kidnapped in gruesome circumstances. Today, students and children are been kidnapped on daily basis. Many Nigerians are becoming victims of kidnappers, who forcibly abduct people for ransom and for money rituals. Despite... Read More

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August 11, 2017

Opinion: We don’t need more heroes, please

by James Inedu George The average span of the best politician elected into office in many democracies without rigged constitutions (Rwanda, Gambia and co come to mind) is eight years. A middle-class civil servant finishes university at 21 or 22 years old, does his National Service for a year and starts to work for the... Read More

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August 11, 2017

PDP fixes date for its 75th NEC meeting, non-elective nat’l convention

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), is set to hold its 75th National Executive Council (NEC), meeting and special non-elective National convention on Saturday the 11th and 12th of August, 2017. In statements signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Dayo Adeyeye and Abdul Ningi said while the NEC meeting would hold on the 11th of August... Read More

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August 11, 2017

“Coke Studio Africa 5 is cooking something hot”, Chidinma reveals

Nigerian songstress Chidinma best known for the hit songs, “Jankoliko”, “Kedike” and “Emi ni Baller” returns to Coke Studio Africa 2017 for the fourth time paired alongside multi-award winning group from Kenya, Sauti Sol, who is making a return to the show for the third time. The pairing will produce an original track by top... Read More

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August 11, 2017

Police arrest students who killed colleague over alleged homosexual acts

The Nigerian Police, Jigawa Command, has arrested suspects who allegedly dealt blows on their colleague in Yankwashi Local Government Area, leaving him dead. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Jinjiri Abdu Thursday, said that the suspects who are students of the Government Science and Technical College (GSTC), Karkarna, were arrested on Aug. 8. He said that... Read More

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August 11, 2017

Opinion: Saraki’s pension drama- Who is he fooling?

By Gbenga Odunsi In July, the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) asked Abubakar Malami, Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, to institute legal action on behalf of Nigerian people to recover over N40 billion dubiously earned in double payments by former Nigerian state governors who are now either senators or ministers. It... Read More

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August 11, 2017

Entertainment Roundup: Cartoon Network denies airing obscene content; Saudi Arabian singer arrested for dabbing | More stories

It’s Fri-yaaay!!! We’re excited about the weekend and the final roundup for the week so we curated the biggest news from yesterday and the ones that unraveled while you slept. Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt may not be getting a divorce afterall Remember the Brangelina split that brought tears to our eyes in 2016? Well,... Read More

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August 11, 2017

Half of Republicans to support the postponement of the 2020 elections

by Adedotun Michael Despite critics of President Trump repeatedly stressing their sentiments of the fear of a potential to undermine American democracy over the President’s dubbed boastful assertions that he would have won the popular vote had 3 to 5 million “illegals” not voted in the 2016 election, claiming echoes of large-scale voter fraud are... Read More

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August 11, 2017

Trump slightly pleased with sack of U.S. Diplomats from Russia

by Adedotun Michael A Twitter user Kyle Griffin has disclosed some comments which transpired during President Trump’s press conference in his golf course in new Jersey. The President, who responded to series of questions and allegations over his expressions in recent times was quoted to have given a somewhat surprising reply to one of the... Read More

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August 11, 2017

Opinion: Aregbesola and his mother’s death

by abiodun KOMOLAFE “Life levels all men. Death reveals the eminent.” – George Bernard Shaw Rauf Aregbesola must be an extremely sad man, as we speak. This is because, in a space of two weeks, the governor of the State of Osun has lost two particularly dear friends to the cold fangs of death. First to answer the final call was... Read More

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August 11, 2017

The YNaija Cover this morning – the 11th of August

Follow these links to read our cover stories and analyses on YNaija: BIM, MASSOB ask Nnamdi Kanu to stop trying to cause emergency rule in Anambra INEC orders removal of 109 foreigners from voter’s register Dear Nigerians, here’s how to use your Freedom of Information rights

August 11, 2017

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

These are the top five stories you should be monitoring today. 1. ASUU To Decide On Strike Action Today Over 2009 Deal With FG The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) is set for another showdown over the controversial 2009 agreement they reached with the Federal Government, among other issues. 2. BIM, MASSOB Ask Nnamdi Kanu... Read More

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August 11, 2017

“By divine intervention, Buhari unexpectedly got elected” – Garba Shehu

The senior special assistant to the president on media and publicity, Garba Shehu has said Muhammadu Buhari became president by divine intervention. Shehu on Thursday condemned the ‘Return or Resign’ protest by some youth, saying it aims to undermine the government’s campaign against corruption. He noted Buhari became president through a democratic process and anyone that wishes... Read More

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August 11, 2017

Ivanka to lead U.S. delegation to India – Donald Trump

by Adedotun Michael In a late night tweet on Wednesday, the United States President, Donald Trump indicated daughter, Ivanka Trump would take on a new representative role in an official assignment in the coming season. President Trump wrote on his Twitter handle, “@IvankaTrump will lead the U.S. delegation to India this fall, supporting women’s entrepreneurship... Read More

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August 11, 2017

Nigeria moves up in latest FIFA ranking

Nigeria has moved up a spot in the latest FIFA Rankings released yesterday by the world football governing body. This places the Super Eagles 38th in the world and sixth in Africa. Leading the table is Brazil, Germany and Argentina in second and third positions respectively.

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