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The Thread: Why saying “I told you so” about people’s electoral choices is stupid
One of the fallouts of 2Baba's call for a national protest was it drove a conversation on social media about people's electoral choices. Blame was flung in different directions: at…
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Removal of Ondo Speaker is unconstitutional – Mimiko
Ondo State Governor, Olusegun Mimiko has described the removal of the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Jumoke Akindele as unconstitutional. Mimiko said this while speaking with State House…
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Nigeria will stop importation of petroleum products by 2019 – Kachikwu
Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Ibe Kachikwu has said Nigeria will stop the importation of refined petroleum products by 2019. Kachikwu made the disclosure at a public hearing on…
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Opinion: Donald Trump’s no-holds-barred showbiz presidency
by Chinedu Chukwumnedum George These days, no day goes by without statements and actions attributed to the new President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, adorning the headlines of…
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Convert mosques to schools, Sanusi tells Northern governors
Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi has advised northern governors to convert mosques to primary schools, especially in the villages. The emir made the call in his remarks at an event…
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Osinbajo commends police for proper management of protests
The Acting President Yemi Osinbajo has commended the Inspector General of Police, Ibrahim Idris for handling the nationwide protest embarked upon yesterday professionally. Osinbajo said this in a statement on…
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Court orders forfeiture of N75m found in SAN’s account
A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Mike Ozekhome has been ordered by a Federal High Court in Lagos to temporarily forfeit the N75m in his Guaranty Trust Bank account to the Economic…
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Femi Fani-Kayode: Nigeria, a hell hole for Christians
by Femi Fani-Kayode We will defeat radical Islamic terrorism and we will not allow it to take root in our country.......we will wipe it off the face of the earth"-…
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The Media Blog: We’re already laughing at this “The Republic” TV show
Nicole Amarteifio made a name for herself, and a successful TV show, by ripping off Sex and The City. But, An African City worked because while she blatantly copied the…
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UNILAG releases new dress code for students
The Management of the University of Lagos ( UNILAG) has released dress code for the institution's students. In a circular, the school warned against tight outfits, revealing outfits and skirts…
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Facebook Rallies Partners To Unite For A Safer And Better Internet
Today is Safer Internet Day (SID) and Facebook has launched a series of initiatives to help make the Internet a safer and better place for people across Africa, especially children…
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#Throwback: “Nigerians have a right to know about the President’s health” – Lai Mohammed on Yar’Adua in 2009
A statement credited to Minister of Information and Tourism, Lai Mohammed, issued in December 2009 while he was spokesman of the Action Congress (AC) has surfaced online. Mohammed had demanded…
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Style Standard: Toke Makinwa can do no wrong
by Temisan Emmanuel When it comes to highlights and contours, you know Toke can do no wrong. Girl gets tha…
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Just In: Power failure mars Senate ambassadorial screening
The ambassadorial screening on Tuesday of 46 nominees sent to the senate by President Muhammadu Buhari for screening was marred by power failure. The light at Room 324, Senate New Building, venue…
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Reuben Abati: A visit to The Gusau Institute
by Reuben Abati The road to Kaduna from Abuja was horrific. I had been told that the journey would take no more than one and a half hours, and I…
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Trump shades haters, queries silences on Obama’s deal with Iran
US president says he has no deals in Russia, neither does he know its president, Vladimir Putin. Trump, who said this on Tuesday via his Twitter account wondered why there…
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Rivers rerun: Police recover millions allegedly paid to INEC officials by Wike (PHOTOS)
The Nigeria Police Force has recovered millions of naira allegedly paid to INEC officials during the Rivers rerun election by Rivers governor, Nyesom Wike, according to Sahara Reporters. The Inspector…
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Opinion: Open letter to libellous Twitter
I am confused, I feel betrayed and heartbroken. However, much more than any of those I am very angry. Contrary to the title of this piece, this letter is directed…
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Opinion: Why are we lying to ourselves? What 2Baba did is unacceptable
by Halima Bello I came across this YNaija article that was released just after 2face Idibia announced the cancellation of the anti-government protest march scheduled for Monday. The article…
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Just In: EFCC pick up ex-Katsina governor Shema at court premises
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has whisked former Katsina governor Ibrahim Shema, Daily Trust reports. According to the newspaper, Shema was picked up at the main exit of the court…
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“I’m proud that no teargas or bullet was used” | Insiders speak on #IStandWithNigeria protests
Our Insiders gave a post-mortem analysis of the protests that took place across the country yesterday. "It was neither encouraging nor disappointing", said an Insider, he concluded by saying that…
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Power sector licenses were issued to cronies, incompetent hands – Saraki (READ)
President of the Senate, Bukola Saraki says the country failed in the privatisation of the power sector. Speaking while delivering a speech at a 2-day stakeholders interactive dialogue workshop on the…
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A glowing affair, Quickteller and a chance to win N1million
Susan thought about what to get her boyfriend for his birthday. So, she went shopping online, found herself a beautiful diamond wristwatch and paid for it using Quickteller.com. She said…
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Trump, a bully lacking dignity – Chinese judge
A top Chinese judge has labelled US president, Donald Trump as an "enemy of the law" for criticising a federal judge over the halt of his travel ban. In the…
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[The Presidential Blog] Who else has noticed the weirdness on Minister Fashola’s Twitter?
We do not mean to add any more than bad roads, housing deficits, darkness, and allegations of corruption to former governor Fashola's plate right now but if he hasn't, he…
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Special Editorial: The government cannot wave away protesters as opposition party members
Despite the withdrawal of music star Tuface Idibia from the nationwide protests he had been calling for against the Federal Government to voice the frustrations of Nigerians on the state…
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Labour unions to hold protest march on Thursday
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) will on Thursday protest the state of the nation, demanding for effective and efficient anti-corruption fight and good governance. President…
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“I was born to do this…it is a calling.” | LadyBoss Omeyi Yangs answers LLA10 questions
Finding an innovative solution to a problem experienced is a goal of every entrepreneur and that is exactly what Omeyi did with Every Mums Maternity Apparel. Despite the challenges,…
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Mubarak Aminu: The mindset of digital entrepreneurs [NEXT]
by Mubarak Aminu As the world is changing and software is eating us deeply. it is quite important that we dig deep into the mindset of these digital entrepreneurs who…
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Herdsmen Hazards VII: Many sides to a forgotten crisis [Part 2]
by Festus Iyorah Following the seven-year bloody reign of the deadly Boko haram terrorists in North east part of the country, Nigeria, is yet again embroiled in another conflict that…
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