Category: OpinionCategory: <span>Opinion</span>

Today’s Noisemakers: Seun Kuti, Ayodele Fayose, Buhari’s reaction to the death of Hauwa, others

Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues,…

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Opinion: Is Kevin Jazuara the next in a line of sexual assault allegations?

It started with a story posted by a Nigerian lady, LP The Whiskey Lady (Instagram), on October 14, 2018, positing that a trusted friend of hers - Kevin Jazuara - whose picture she…

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Today’s Noisemakers: Ebuka Akara, Dipo Awojide, Dami Elebe, others

Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues,…

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APC

Opinion: APC’s sham primaries and the future of youth candidacy

It has been eight days since the All Progressives Congress attempted to host the primary election for House of Reps Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC). I use the word attempted…

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Reuben Abati

It is time we discussed Atiku’s candidacy and the rise of Peter Obi

Shortly after former Vice President Atiku Abubakar became the flag-bearer of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on October 6, party members and other stakeholders began to recommend running mates for…

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PDP

PDP Presidential Primaries: a post convention review

In project management, a post-Implementation review (PIR) follows the completion of a project to evaluate if project objectives were achieved, effectiveness and lessons for the future. This is one differentiator of successful…

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Peter Obi

Why I tipped Mr Peter Obi as running mate to Alhaji Atiku Abukakar

Editor's Note: Long time YNaija contributor ThankGod Ukachukwu has become an important voice in the Nigerian political scene and we have come to respect his perspectives on the inner workings…

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Today’s Noisemakers: OluTimehin Adegbeye, Adesua Etomi, Ola, others

Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues,…

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Today’s Noisemakers: Amara Nwankpa, Pastor Ola, Yemi Alade, others

Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues,…

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Legislative

We must consider the importance of Legislative Bills not assented to by the President

Over the course of the past 4 (four) years, the 8th Nigerian Senate has outperformed all others before it. Having passed over 200 bills and counting, it is safe to…

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research

The Imperative of Driving Research and Innovation for Industry

Experts have shown direct links between efficient health system governance and promising health workers outputs, which ultimately have positive effects on overall health outcomes. However access to poor investments in…

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Today’s Noisemakers: Samklef, Juliet Kego, Bamikole Omishore, others

Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues,…

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Five reasons I never want to be a best man again

I have grown somewhat cynical about weddings and marriage in generally. Do not get me wrong, I believe marriage is a beautiful concept and can be cool.  But being the…

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Today’s Noisemakers: Bhadmus Hakeem, Maurice Sam, Mr Eazi and Tobi Bakre’s comment as we celebrate #WorldMentalHealthDay

Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues,…

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Today’s Noisemakers: Bukky Shonibare, Temisan Okomi, Arinze Odira, others

Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues,…

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Today’s Noisemakers: Burna Boy, Umeh, Jimi Agbaje, others

Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues,…

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Today’s Noisemakers: Richard Mofe-Damijo, Omojuwa, Akin Alabi, others

Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues,…

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Opinion: Open letter to PDP presidential aspirants

Dear PDP Presidential Aspirants, His Excellencies, here is an open but terse letter. All the 13 People’s Democratic Party (PDP) presidential aspirants have converged in the city of Port Harcourt;…

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Today’s Noisemakers: Jubril Gawat, Adegoke Pamilerin, Chiamaka, others

Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues,…

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Today’s Noisemakers: Davido, Ayo Sogunro, Ben Murray-Bruce, others

Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues,…

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Today’s Noisemakers: Skiibii, Ini Edo, Muhammadu Buhari, others

Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues,…

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Opinion: To beat Buhari in 2019, we’ll have to make a hard choice that changes everything

The gang up to unseat President Muhammadu Buhari has become intense and national - cutting across tribes, religions, regions, and parties. Atiku Abubakar, Rabiu Musa Kwankwanso, Bukola Saraki, Kingsley Moghalu,…

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Independence

#NigeriaAt58: Can our country succeed in the face of informality and unsustainable development

Yesterday, we were at Rubbin' Minds with Ebuka Obi-Uchendu on Channels TV to discuss livelihood challenges facing the urban poor in Nigeria. For us, such discussion is emotional as it…

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Opinion: Why I think the Osun re-run election should not be taken seriously

The Osun supplementary election in which the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Gboyega Oyetola, the winner is an aberration. It was marred…

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Today’s Noisemakers: Desmond Elliot, Abubakar Usman, Morakinyo, others

Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues,…

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IDP

Profiting from tears: The Buhari administration’s handling of the Nigerian IDP crisis

The humanitarian situation in Nigeria deteriorated significantly in the first half of 2018 as the conflict intensified in the North East which reflected in the increase of new displacements from…

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Today’s Noisemakers: Maleek Berry, Ferdinand, Kemi Olunloyo, others

Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues,…

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Sussex

Ogechi Obua: Sussex expanded my worldview and made me ready for the real world

My experience at Sussex University was a pleasant surprise. I was anxious and curios about how my university experience would turn out, since the University was not initially one of…

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Here are some observations from the ‘inconclusive’ Osun elections

by Kola Muhammed After the build-up to the gubernatorial elections in Osun, one would have thought we will do that and face the 2019 election but we are going to have…

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Today’s Noisemakers: Isaac Adewole, Onome, Samklef, others

Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues,…

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