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Mr Eazi apologises for saying Ghanaian music influenced Nigerian sounds
Afropop singer, Mr Eazi has apologized after receiving heavy backlash from Nigerians for saying Ghanaian sounds heavily influences Nigerian music. He had opined that most of the songs from Nigerian…
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NDLEA discovers cannabis warehouse in Kwara
The Kwara State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency on Wednesday said it has discovered a warehouse filled with 4.336 tons of cannabis sativa. The State Commander, Reuben…
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[The Legislative Blog]: Senator Ben Murray-Bruce predicts an air disaster if…. (WATCH)
Senator Ben Murray-Bruce has ripped into the calamitous state of the aviation industry in Nigeria. At plenary sitting on Thursday, the common sense advocate moved a motion in favour of…
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I am a freedom fighter, not a coup leader like Buhari – Nnamdi Kanu
Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu has said he is a freedom fighter and not a coup leader like President Muhammadu Buhari, TheCabke reports. Kanu said this…
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Borno govt uncovers baby factory in Maiduguri
Borno State government on Thursday said it has discovered a baby factory where children are sold. This was revealed by the Commissioner for Justice, Kakashehu Lawal during a press conference…
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Police arrest Pretty Mike for putting chains on girls
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested popular club owner, Pretty Mike for putting leash on young girls and walking them around. The club owner whose real name is Mike…
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Opinion: The NYSC Scheme and experience of a novice
by AbdulAziz M. Salisu I had looked forward to National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme after my graduation from Faculty of Communication of Bayero University Kano. It was on Monday,…
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BREAKING: Senate receives updated list of ambassadorial nominees
President Muhammadu Buhari has sent a revised list of non-career ambassadorial nominees to the Senate for approval. Senate president, Bukola Saraki read the president's letter during plenary on Thursday. The…
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How ‘Mammy Market’ found around every Military Barracks nationwide got its name
Mammy Market is synonymous with military barracks spread across the country. It is a place filled with so much life especially in the night. Many Nigerians throng these place point and…
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Olusegun Adeniyi: Obazee, accountability and the Church
by Olusegun Adeniyi While only a few people would query the rationale for sacking Mr. Jim Osayande Obazee, the Executive Secretary of the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria (FRC), the…
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[The Presidential Blog] The Presidential aides are spitting fire under pressure
When we mention Presidential media aides, the first couple of names that come to mind aren't Adebisi-Olumide Ajayi and Lauretta Onochie. We naturally think Garba Shehu, Bashir Ahmed and many…
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#InnovationSeries: Nigeria and the year of the Buzzfeed clones
by Edwin Okolo This feature is a part of the YNaija Innovation Special – a set of insightful stories that dig deep into the spirit of innovation, enterprise, and creativity…
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Lagos Police Commissioner was part of a plot to kill me – Omoyele Sowore
SaharaReporters publisher, Omoyele Sowore who was arrested on Wednesday by one Lekan Fatodu has alleged that the Lagos State Police Commissioner, Fatai Owoseni was part of a plot to kill…
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Joel Ighalo: How non-negotiable is the unity of Nigeria [NEXT]
by Joel Ighalo There was this legend which was told about a schoolmate of mine: In an Oil and Gas exam, there was a question which bordered on Resource Control…
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Mr Eazi heavily criticized for saying Ghanaian sounds influenced Nigerian music
Afropop singer, Mr Eazi whose real name is Oluwatosin Oluwole Ajibade has faced heavy criticism on Twitter after he asserted that the modern day Nigerian music was influenced by sounds…
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Mayweather offers Conor McGregor $15m to fight him
Former Welterweight boxing champion, Floyd Mayweather has offered $15 million to Conor McGregor to fight him. Mayweather on Wednesday indicated interest to fight the UFC champion while speaking with ESPN’s…
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FG grants citizenship to 335 foreigners after 4-year break
The Federal Executive Council on Wednesday approved citizenship of 335 foreigners and disqualified 165 others. This was revealed by the Minister of Interior, AbdulRahman Dambazzau after the FEC meeting in…
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The YNaija Cover this morning – the 12th of January
Read the full stories and analyses here now!
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Entertainment Roundup: Olamide’s album makes it to top spot on Billboard chart, The Weeknd and Selena Gomez caught kissing outside LA restaurant | More stories
Here are the top stories from yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept - and are still buzzing on today's Entertainment Roundup. Olamide's album 'The Glory' climbs up on…
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Dear Audu Ogbeh, tomatoes should be the most pressing thing on your mind now
Dear Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, We hope this meets you well. It's only a few days into the New Year and we'd hate it too if someone chose…
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Why I moved to China – Mikel Obi
Super Eagles captain and former Chelsea player, Mikel Obi has said his move to the Chinese Premier League was in the interest of Nigeria. Mikel said his recent signing to…
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AbOriginal Theatre is back with ‘Fractures’ [DETAILS]
AbOriginal Theatre, the theatre arm of AbOriginal Productions, returns with its latest theatrical installment, Fractures. Following its 2010 success, Fractures returns again to kick off 2017 with a cast that…
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Backstory: Ali Ndume’s removal as APC Senate leader was bound to happen
Senator Ali Ndume representing Borno South constituency and APC Majority Leader in the upper chamber stepped out to observe his afternoon prayer when the Senate made the decision to remove…
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5 things we learnt from Donald Trump’s first press conference
A few hours ago, soon-to-inaugurated 45th President of the United States of America, Donald Trump held his first Press Conference since winning the elections in November at the Trump Towers…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five stories that you should monitor today. Defect or lose your position, APC Senate Caucus tells Ekweremadu The All Progressives Congress (APC) caucus in the Senate has asked Deputy Senate President,…
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The YNaija Tracklist: N400m fraud: Metuh to present Dasuki as witness | Defect or lose your position, APC Senate Caucus tells Ekweremadu | More stories
From the papers this morning – a Tracklist. Defect or lose your position, APC Senate Caucus tells Ekweremadu - YNaija N400m fraud: Metuh to present Dasuki as witness - YNaija AGF Malami confirms submission of report on Magu, Lawal to Buhari - YNaija World…
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Reps to debate safe haven for Gambia’s Jammeh in Nigeria
The House of Representatives on Wednesday said it would debate a motion seeking safety for outgoing Gambian President, Yahya Jammeh in Nigeria. Sani Zoro, a lawmaker from Jigawa who moved…
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The Church Blog: The Nigerian Church needs the FRC Governance Code
Until Pastor E.A. Adeboye stepped down as the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), one of Nigeria’s largest and most influential leaders few days ago, very…
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N400m fraud: Metuh to present Dasuki as witness
Former National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, Olisa Metuh has applied to subpoena his next witness, the immediate National former National Security Adviser, Col. Sambo Dasuki (retd). Metuh…
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Defect or lose your position, APC Senate caucus tells Ekweremadu
The All Progressives Congress (APC) caucus in the Senate has asked Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu to defect in order to keep his position, Punch reports. Reca that the caucus…
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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