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They all got away: Gun battle between police and armed robbers ends with no arrest in Ogun State
by Isi Esene A gang of armed robbers attacked several houses in the Agbado area of Ogun State in the early hours of Wednesday succeeding in carting away valuables belonging…
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‘Whatever’ – 9 ‘deadly’ words used by women
Something to make you laugh. 1) Fine This is the word women use to end an argument when they are right and you need to shut up. 2) Five…
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It pours: Money laundering charges filed against Bi-Courtney boss, Wale Babalakin
by Isi Esene There are reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday charged the chairman of Bi-Courtney Consortium, Wale Babalakin for money laundering. Sources say the…
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James Silas: It’s okay to ban ‘Okada’ in Lagos but… (Y! Superblogger)
Change is inevitable and sometimes painful… humans are not built to accept change in auto-mode - we adjust and eventually conform. I’ll want to say I’m one of the people…
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Move over Facebook? New site, Shag at Uni, promises casual sex to undergrads
by Rachel Ogbu Tom Thurlow known for setting up a successful second-hand book business at the age of 13, has established a very controversial website called 'shagatuni.com' to allow university…
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Preparing for job aptitude tests? 360jobtest is the mobile app you need
by Isi Esene Every year, over half a million university graduates take their chances at blue-chip companies in Nigeria. Majority of these companies subject graduates to job aptitude tests which…
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Gunmen go on rampage, kill 12 cows in Plateau
by Isi Esene The strategy employed by terrorists in Northern Nigeria continue to evolve with yesterday's killing of cows around the now notorious Barkin Ladi Local Government Area. According to…
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Japheth Omojuwa: Activists and active citizens: A new order (YNaija FrontPage)
When I get referred to as an activist and I remember the stories of the real heroes of our democracy, I apologize to their memory because I am not worthy…
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Long journey to India for cancer treatment killed May Nzeribe – Doctor
by Rachel Ogbu A cancer specialist and national co-ordinator, National Cancer Prevention Programme, NCPP, Dr. Kin Egwuonu said the late advertising practitioner, May Nzeribe died from complications resulting from a…
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Former bank manager goes on hunger-strike over unpaid terminal benefits
by Isi Esene Olubiyi Odunaro, a 53-year-old former employee of Hallmark Bank has gone on hunger-strike demanding the payment of his terminal benefits vowing to continue his protest until his…
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“Many guys now want to marry me” – MTN N64m winner, Ebube Essien-Garricks
by Isi Esene Ebube Essien-Garricks who won the grand prize in the MTN Ultimate Wonder Promo is (expectedly) getting suitors from far and near following the announcement of her winner…
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The Future Awards kicks off national tour… Winners visit secondary schools and universities across the country
Rapper, M.I Abaga interacting with students at The Future Awards School Seminar by Isi Esene As part of the post-awards activities for its 7th Season, The Future Awards Central Working…
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Presidency confirms death of Jonathan’s brother, Chief Meni Innocent Jonthan
by Isi Esene The presidency has confirmed the death of the president's younger brother Meni Joathan who passed away earlier today. The statement reads thus: STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT…
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Checking out – Report from this week’s #RubbinMinds
by Isi Esene This week on Rubbin' Minds, the discussion was about the apparent desperation of Nigerians to travel abroad and what many prospective travelers go through while exploring illegal…
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Report: President Jonathan’s brother dies in Aso Rock
by Akan Ido There are unconfirmed reports that president Goodluck Jonathan's younger brother, Meni Jonathan, has died in the Aso Rock clinic. Mr. Meni was reportedly flown in to Abuja…
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Rukky Ladoja: We need to talk about failure (30 Days, 30 Days)
“The main reason why youth development is so slow is that no one talks to them about failure…No one tells them to expect it as one of the steps to…
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Fabulous Papa: Meet the 72-year-old man who models clothes for young women (PHOTOS)
by Rachel Ogbu Liu Xianping, a grandfather from China took modelling to a whole new level after he fitted himself into clothes for young girls and posed like a supermodel…
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Opinion: What is Nigeria worth beyond oil and gas?
by Niyi Akinnaso Today, virtually every branch of government has showcased more cases of corruption and grandstanding than substantive achievements. There are two approaches to this question. Those who focus…
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Toyin Kareem: Just do it (Y! Superblogger)
Having no ability to dance, walk, run, or even stand on two feet... What would you do? So when I’m about to whine to God, I come across another story…
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Iyinoluwa Aboyeji: The lean startup (YNaija FrontPage)
Much of the rest of the country is already resigned to the revolving door of illegitimate, corrupt and inept public officials that turn up to claim their mandate every election.…
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Must-have job skills in 2013
by Ruth Mantell The ability to quickly respond to an employer's changing needs will be important next year as organizations try to respond nimbly to customers. Even as employers remain…
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Fela Durotoye breaks world record, signs 10,000 books in 8 hours
by Isi Esene Motivational speaker and youth mobilizer, Fela Durotoye, yesterday made history by signing over 10,000 books in 8 hours. Durotoye, 41, who authored the books, The 17 Secrets…
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86-year-old man serially rapes teenager, luring her with biscuits
by Isi Esene Police recently arrested an 86-year-old man for allegedly raping a 16-year-old girl on several occasions giving her biscuits to silence her. The suspect, Sisua Mathe, was arrested…
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“Bi-Courtney is incapable,” says FG as it terminates concession contract for Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
by Isi Esene The Federal Government on Monday announced the cancellation of its concessionary agreement with the Bi-Courtney Consortium for the construction of the 125-kilometre Lagos–Ibadan Expressway. The FG accused…
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Deluxe Delight: Woman gives birth to the world’s heaviest triplets (PHOTO, WATCH)
by Isi Esene They may not look very big individually, but Brittany and Jason Deen's triplet boys tip the scales together at a whopping 20 pounds. This, according to reports,…
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Success is not for the weak or faint of heart
by Harold S. Reed, Jr “The act & art of becoming successful is not for the weak or faint of heart. You can either hate on the successful or succeed over…
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Emeka Esumeh: Determination that breaks ground (30 Days, 30 Voices)
The nerve-racking process of passing JAMB to gain admission into the higher institution couldn’t stop me from going to the university, the lack of educational infrastructure couldn’t deter me from…
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Obafemi Fawibe: Whose prayer does God answer? (Y! Superblogger)
It is obvious that we all make our requests to the same control room and expect favourable answers. However with the variety of requests bombarding the prayer desk, whose prayer…
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Y! Poetry: Hearts of sorrows connected
by Sandra Chinonye Vivian Nwadi I’m no different and our hearts connect, Because the turmoil still tumbles, In my enriched soul. Stepping out of the abyss of sorrows, Filled with…
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‘Chinese is possible language of the future’ – Fashola defends planned introduction of Mandarin in Lagos public schools
by Isi Esene Governor Babatunde Fashola has given reasons for championing the introduction of Mandarin in Lagos public schools. He defended the initiative saying it is not to discourage the…
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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