Category: Opinion
The Thread: Are President Buhari’s aides actively championing divisive politics?
We are in Trump era now, so really almost anything is permissible. Some say that Trump drove a wedge between ...
The Thread: Is this how the Shia muslim sect spread in Nigeria?
El Zakzaky is still being held in illegal detention after the ruling handed down by the courts which stipulated 45 days ...
A map from the past for Africa’s Education systems
by Calvin Ebun-Amu Throughout history, the provision of education has come in many forms. From one-room schools to the open-air ...
Farooq Kperogi: Buhari’s Gambian gambit as Borno burns
by Farooq Kperogi Gambians are our West African brothers and sisters who deserve our help in their hour of need. ...
“Carve your niche. You cannot be all things to everyone.” | Abisola Ijalana, CEO M12 Photography speaks to Leading Ladies Africa
Barely 7 years ago, Abisola Ijalana did not know that a decision to take a photography training during the Daystar ...
Opinion: Reconsidering our approach to solving Nigeria’s power problems
by Adetayo Adegbemle Nigeria’s Electric Power Sector has sadly defied all “solutions”, and it is rather getting worse. The week ...
Opinion: Abuja Airport runway repair- a case of common sense running away
by Abayomi G. Omotayo It is a very good decision to repair the runway to forestall certain and impending ...
Boxing: Joshua vs Klitschko
by Simon Utsu I’m a bigger fan of boxing than I am of football. Can’t wait for the biggest ...
Opinion: Tinubu- awesome orator, dumb chancellor
by Busari Azeezat “Today, we vow to return LAUTECH to its best self, we can make it better because we ...
DELE MOMODU: A WEEK OF INTERNATIONAL DIPLOMACY
by Dele Momodu “Every person in Ghana, whatever his race, place of origin, political opinion, colour, religion, creed, or gender, ...
Opinion: Between SGF Babachir Lawal and National Assembly, a miscarriage of justice?
by Egbo Mon-Charles At this stage of our socio-political development especially given past experiences, it is the height of disservice de-marketing ...
Afam Ade-Odiachi: System collapse [NEW VOICES]
by Afam Ade-Odiachi The message came in at about 10:30, system failure, please reboot. I ignored it. Another pesky little ...
Today’s Noisemakers: Donald Trump, Biafra, Hillary Clinton and others
Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we ...
The Thread: We cannot coerce IPOB to be Nigerians
In celebration of Trump’s inauguration, members of IPOB decided a rally in his honourable will be a great idea. But ...
The Thread: “America cancelled” | Twitter reacts as Donald Trump becomes the 45th President of the United States of America
Ladies and gentlemen, introducing the man who did the unthinkable, who beat the polls, who is now in fact the ...
The Thread: President Obama’s final address to Americans
The 44th President of the United States of America takes a bow as he leaves office. In thes few tweets ...
Opinion: Policy kerfuffle in President Buhari’s counter-recession economic strategies
by Chambers Umezulike The President Muhammadu Buhari led government is triumphing on safeguarding policy crisis, or policy contradiction or policy ...
The Thread: As a new American presidency dawns, the worlds says its final goodbyes to the Obama administration
It’s almost upon us: Trump’s inauguration as the 45th president of America. A segment of America is in a panic, ...
Opinion: This is how much social media will cost you
by Benjamin Dada There exist several arguments as to how Social Media is causing Social Isolation (I laugh secretly…what do ...
The Thread: “Police is not your friend, just a bunch of criminals” | Terrified citizen narrates ordeal at the hands of police officers
Action speaks louder than words, the adage goes, and by the actions of policemen in Nigeria over time they are ...
Ololade Ajekigbe: Before you slide into that DM…
by Ololade Ajekigbe It’s the “Inbox” on Facebook, and the “Direct Message” on Twitter and Instagram. It simply refers to ...
Opinion: What are you eating, and how safe is it?
by Feyi Ogunranti Food is an essential contributor to human existence. It is the fuel for human growth and development; quality ...
YNaija Analysis: Pres. Buhari’s foreign medical trips are not justifiable
Starting from yesterday, President Muhammadu Buhari commenced a ten-day working leave to the United Kingdom during which he will also ...
An Open Letter to President Muhammadu Buhari
Dear President Muhammadu Buhari, We are writing to express our deep concern over what appears to be an increase in ...
The Thread: Trump’s inaugural concert keeps the crowds away
Trump’s inaugural concert was not a great hit, judging strictly by the numbers that showed up for it. But as ...
Cheta Nwanze: What should Nigeria expect from a President Osinbajo?
by Cheta Nwanze There are some things that make an impact on you, so you never forget. Each of us ...
The Thread: A tribute to President Obama from Blackish teen actress, Yara Shahidi
In a few hours, President Obama, the first black president of America, will be handing over to Donald Trump. Here’s ...
Peregrino Brimah: Nigeria in danger as authoritarian Buhari government threatens courts and press freedom
by Peregrino Brimah The invasion and arrest of Premium Times’ publisher and other journalists is the latest event in the ...
Okeoma Ibe: Why ECOWAS must not relent in showing Jammeh out
by Okeoma Ibe There are several reasons why the West African regional grouping ECOWAS should not allow Yahyah Jammeh to ...
Temitope Ben-Ajepe: Pharmacy students tough love with Medicine students [NEW VOICES]
by Temitope Ben-Ajepe In a few days from now, the Pharmaceutical Association of Nigerian Students PANS) chapter of which I’m ...
The September Standard
- Unlock a Healthier You: Essential Resources for Holistic Well-being
- How Your Diet Could Be Making Your Snoring Worse
- Celebrating Nigerian Trailblazers: Inspiring Women in Fashion
- Silk: Unraveling Threads of Elegance and Innovation
- Grammy Awards 2024 Red Carpet Fashion: Hits and Misses that Stole the Spotlight
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