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#YNaija2016Review: Sack Dalung, Bring back Chibok girls + 5 other things Buhari can do to impress us next year
2016 has not been a great year for Nigeria. The only thing we've have had to cheer about is the success of our gallant troops against the terrorist sect, Boko…
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35 Russian diplomats, 1240 Boko Haram suspects | The 5 numbers that mattered this week
1,240 - The number of suspected Boko Haram terrorists arrested by the Nigerian Army in a mop-up operation carried out in Sambisa Forest. 35 - The United States government expelled…
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Funmi Iyanda’s Change-A-Life Annual TV Show hosts 2017 special edition [DETAILS]
In line with the focus of the Change-A-Life Foundation, Ms. Funmi Iyanda has for the last few years hosted an annual live TV show, which is broadcasted on one of…
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#YNaija2016Review: #TheOtherRoom, …merchants of dildo, fantastically corrupt… See the 10 WORST quotes of 2016
Somebody gag them, they need to shut it. Honestly... 10. “Don’t ask me about the house of rep ordering Peugeot 305 or 508 when the special assistants (SA) and personal…
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Union Bank unveils newly upgraded branches in Enugu
With a consistent effort to provide quality and effective banking services to customer across Nigeria, Union Bank has unveiled 2 newly upgraded branches in Enugu, Enugu State. The new branches,…
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Magu has not been sacked – Presidency
The presidency has dismissed rumours that acting chairman of the Economics and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu has been sacked. In a series of tweets on Saturday by Garba…
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Yemi Alade invited to 2017 Grammys
Nigerian musician Yemi Alade has been invited by organisers of the Grammy Awards to attend its 59th edition. The Johnny singer who received the invite via email is expected to be at…
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SEE Abubakar Shekau’s captured Boko Haram flag (PHOTO)
President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday received the personal flag of Boko Haram leader Abubakar Shekau. In a picture shared on Saturday by the president's personal photographer, Bayo Omoboriowo, Buhari received…
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UFC 207: Ronda Rousey knocked out in 48 secs by Amanda Nunes (WATCH)
Ronda Rousey's return to the ring lasted less than a minute, as she was knocked out by Amanda Nunes. The former women's bantamweight champion was completely outclassed by Amanda Nunes in…
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‘I wish I could change every bad situation’ | TripleMG boss, Ubi Franklin writes letter to his son
Boss of TripleMG, Ubi Franklin says he wishes he could change every bad situation. Franklin stated this on Saturday in a post on his Instagram page, entitled, "Letter to my…
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LONG READ: How The Wedding Party became the biggest critical and commercial Nollywood success story
by Wilfred Okiche On Boxing Day, Hafiz, 32, felt like a visit to the movies with his fiancé. They headed to the Silverbird Cinemas at the Ikeja City Mall. They…
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Editorial: Why The Paralympic Team – the champions among winners – is the Y!/YNaija.com Person of the Year 2016
by our Editors 2016 has been a dismal year for sports and its administration. The beret-wearing sports minister is a disaster. The Leadership of the Football Federation brings new meaning…
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The Media Blog: Mania Magazine returns
We probably shouldn't call it a return, seeing as they never officially "left" or went anywhere to begin with. But like we said before, their appearances now are fairly unpredictable,…
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My stance against devaluation in 1984 led to my overthrow – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari says his decision to kick against the devaluation of the Naira in 1984 led to his ouster from office, The Cable reports. Buhari said this in Abuja on Friday night…
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Army hands over Boko Haram flag to Buhari
The Nigerian Army has handed over the flag of Boko Haram that was recovered from “camp zero” in Sambisa forest to President Muhammadu Buhari. According to The Cable, Major General Lucky Irabor,…
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Where is Diezani Alison-Madueke?
You may remember her as the Minister of Petroleum with the best taste in jewellery or as former Central Bank Governor, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi's arch-enemy but Diezani Alison-Madueke will also…
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‘I was not the head of state’ | Sani Abacha’s daughter goes emotional on Instagram
Fatima Abacha, daughter of former Head of State, General Sani Abacha, has decried the treatment meted on her and members of her family. In a post early Saturday on her…
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The Paralympic Team is Y!/YNaija.com Person of the Year 2016
The editorial board of Y! – TV, Magazine & Online - has announced its pick for Person of the Year 2016 – and it is the Nigerian Paralympic team. The Y!/YNaija.com…
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Southern Kaduna killings: Buhari, El-Rufai perpetrating genocide – Asari Dokubo
Leader of the Niger Delta Peoples Volunteer Force, Alhaji Mujahid Dokubo-Asari, on Friday accused President Muhammadu Buhari and Governor Nasir El-Rufai of sponsoring genocide against the people of Southern Kaduna.…
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Buhari running a govt of double-standard – Fayose
Ekiti governor Ayodele Fayose says President Muhammadu Buhari is running a government of double standard. Fayose stated this on Friday through his Special Assistant on Public Communications and New Media,…
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Shekau’s days are numbered – DHQ
The Defence Headquarters says the end of Boko Haram leader, Abubakar Shekau is near. In an interview with The Punch, the Director of Defence Information, Brigadier General Rabe Abubakar said the video…
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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 30th of December
Read the full stories and analyses here now!
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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversations today
These are the top five stories that drove conversations today. 1. Over 15 Boko Haram insurgents killed in gun battle with troops in Borno A fierce battle between Nigerian troops and…
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The Thread: Men are scum in real life, not just Twitter. Lady shares her harrowing experience
Let's not beat around the bush: the sense of entitlement many a Nigerian man assumes reeks. It is that entitlement that birthed the saying: Men are scum. If you thought…
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Nnamdi Kanu’s court session to be monitored by International observers – IPOB
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) have said the court session of their leader, Nnamdi Kanu, coming up on January 10, 2017 will be monitored by International observers, The Punch reports. In…
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How NNPC failed to remit $15.8bn NLNG dividends – NEITI (READ)
Nigeria earned $55.5 billion from the oil and gas sector and N55.82 billion from the solid minerals sector in 2014, the latest audit reports of the Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency…
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Southern Kaduna killings: SERAP drags FG to UN
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has petitioned Ms. Agnes Callamard, Special Rapporteur on extrajudicial, summary or arbitrary executions, urging her to prevail on the Federal Government to halt…
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#YNaija2016Review: #SaveMayowaAhmed, Olajumoke Orisaguna, #TheOtheRoom … See the top 10 stories on YNaija in 2016
The year 2016 was a dramatic year filled with interesting, funny, and sometimes outright bizarre events. From the stories of survivors of Boko Haram insurgency in the North East to the…
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JUST IN: Ikuinyi-Owaji emerges Rivers speaker as Dabutorudima resigns
Hon. Ibani Ikuinyi-Owaji, has been elected the speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, The Punch reports. Ikuinyi-Owaji emergence followed the resignation on Friday of Hon. Adams Dabutorudima as speaker.…
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New Abia speaker Kennedy Njoku resigns
Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly, Honourable Kennedy Njoku, has resigned. Njoku who was sworn in on Thursday as the speaker resigned on Friday on personal grounds. Njoku…
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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