October 10, 2016

Killer herdsmen should be treated as criminals, Sultan tells FG

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar on Monday said killer herdsmen are criminals and should be treated as such. He spoke at the opening ceremony of the 2-Day Annual Pan-Northern Groups Summit on Security, Socio-economic and political development in Kaduna. The Sultan said clashes between Fulani herdsmen and farmers were socio-economic and and not ethno-religious.... Read More

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October 10, 2016

Sylva owes me N500,000 awarded by the Supreme Court – Dickson

Bayelsa State Governor, Seriake Dickson on Monday said his predecessor, Timipre Sylva still owes him N500,000 araded by the court in 2012. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Daniel Iworiso-Markson, Dickson said the Supreme Court had ordered Sylva to pay him the amount as damages for “abusing court process and for wasting the time... Read More

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October 10, 2016

Ifeoluwa Egbetade: The man who couldn’t wait until tomorrow [Nigerian Voices]

by Ifeoluwa Egbetade Here’s a tale of a mummy’s pet. He isn’t a genius but believes in three things; 1) that whatever anyone can do, he can do better 2) that it’s better for him to love and lose out than never and 3) that procrastination is the chief enemy of progress. My name is... Read More

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October 10, 2016

Opinion: What’s the big deal about Iwobi and Iheanacho?

by Aderonke Bello Few months ago on my Facebook wall, in my usual manner of seeking public opinion about issues, I asked my friends about Iwobi whom I think is an average player. What’s the hype around him? Just because he plays at Arsenal or because he is the legendary JayJay Okocha’s nephew? Seriously what’s... Read More

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October 10, 2016

EFCC arraigns illegal Polytechnic operator for fraud

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Monday arraigned one Johnson Babalola, before the Federal High Court in Ado-Ekiti for allegedly operating an illegal Polytechnic and perpetrating fraud. According to a statement by EFCC Head Media and Publicity, Wilson Uwujaren, the suspect was arrested “following a petition from the National Board for Technical Education, Kaduna,... Read More

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October 10, 2016

Police parade 2 soldiers, others allegedly involved in the kidnap of CBN Governor’s wife (PHOTOS)

The Nigerian Police on Monday paraded two soldiers and 7 other suspects who were allegedly involved in the kidnap of Margaret Emefiele, Wife of CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele. There had been reports that two serving soldiers- Lance Corporal Musa Maidabra, 28, and Lance corporal Edwin George were arrested in connection to the kidnap. Maidabara was arrested... Read More

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October 10, 2016

I am not involved in the alleged bribery of Supreme Court judges – Akpabio

Former Governor of Akwa Ibom, Godswill Akpabio has denied giving bribe to the judiciary to sway the 2015 Akwa Ibom governorship election petition in favour of the Peoples Democratic Party candidate, Udom Emmanuel. Akpabio had been linked with bribery allegations against Supreme Court judges. Akpabio, a statement issued by his Special Assistant on Media, Anietie Ekong, however... Read More

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October 10, 2016

This is what the NAF will do with the Presidential helicopters

The Chief of Air Staff, Air Vice Marshal Sadique Abubakar on Monday explained what the Nigerian Air Force will do with two helicopters handed over to it from the Presidential fleet. Abubakar spoke at the official handover ceremony which took place at the presidential wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. The Presidency handed... Read More

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October 10, 2016

Kaduna govt has contradicted the right to freedom of association, religion – Shi’ites

The Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN) also known as Shi’ites have said the Kaduna State Government has contradicted the right to freedom of religion by declaring the group illegal. The state government had on Friday banned the group, declaring it illegal. But the group’s spokesperson, Ibrahim Musa, who had also been declared wanted in a... Read More

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October 10, 2016

BREAKING: Buhari, Obasanjo in closed-door meeting

President Muhammadu Buhari is currently holding a closed-door meeting with former President Olusegun Obasanjo. According to The Nation the meeting started at about 2:20pm and is holding at the President’s office in the Presidential Villa, Abuja. However the reason for the meeting is unclear as at the time of filing this report.

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October 10, 2016

‘If I had $2m I’d quit being a judge’ -Justice Liman

Justice Muhammed Liman of the Federal High Court, has accused operatives of the Department of State Services of misinforming the public. Liman who spoke to The Nigerian Lawyer on Sunday said if he had $2m he would have abandoned the “horrible profession that has lost its dignity”. “I believe most of the members heard or read about the reported raid... Read More

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October 10, 2016

Reading material: For those who work in media content (3)

Let’s go! Newspapers are dying, dying, dead, in America. Read Twitter’s woes show the perils of building platforms for ‘premium audiences’ alone Read. Hian. We agree Trump is a menace. But this takes the argument a little bit too far. Read Vice is still on that world-domination something. Read And an interesting look... Read More

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October 10, 2016

Abioye Ayomide: Wrong place, wrong time [Nigerian Voices]

by Abioye Joseph Ayomide On this day, I returned to school after a short break at home: a day I should have listened to the still voice telling me not to leave for school. The voice was familiar. If I recall what that voice had done for me, it would be the fact that it... Read More

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October 10, 2016

The Media Blog: Punch just took it to Buhari – and we’re bloody proud of them

Punch has been a thorn in the flesh of Presidents since Olusegun Obasanjo – their irritation crystallising with Goodluck Jonathan. Of course, straight from the backwaters of ignorance, some of his supporters assumed it was a ‘Yoruba Media’ conspiracy against a candidate from the Niger Delta. Anyone who actually pays attention knows it is embedded... Read More

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October 10, 2016

Corp members’ allowance not reduced to N14,800 – NYSC

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) on Monday said claims making the rounds on social media that the allowance of corps members’ has been reduced by 25 per cent were false. NYSC’s Director of Press, Bose Aderibigbe, who made the clarification in Abuja said the allowance of corps members remained N19,800, and not N14,800 as published... Read More

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October 10, 2016

The Thread: Sebi this is what the DSS should have done?

Nigerians have no chill. This is how blogger, Japheth Omojuwa reckons the DSS sting operation should have gone down- by following due process. Enjoy! You know, this is what the DSS or 'Buhari Boys' like The PUNCH called them, should have done pic.twitter.com/dVyLXdyak3 — JJ. Omojuwa (@Omojuwa) October 9, 2016 Do the ayes have it?

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October 10, 2016

Nigeria needs to diversify the economy – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari says the time has come for Nigeria to diversify its economy and break away from its over dependence on oil. Buhari made the remark on Monday while declaring open the 22nd Nigeria Economic Summit Group (NESG) in Abuja. “I am so delighted that you have chosen as your theme Made-in-Nigeria, which lies at the... Read More

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October 10, 2016

‘I am more than a stylist, I am a business woman’ | Lady Boss, Jane Michael Ekanem answers #LLA10Questions

Jane Michael is not one to be limited to a box. Starting out her journey in fashion as a stylist, Jane has been able to build a thriving business as a fashion entrepreneur. She is driven by her passion and as you read our interview with her, you will discover how she has been able... Read More

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October 10, 2016

DSS arrest of judges regrettable – CJN

The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Mahmud Mohammed, says the arrest of two Justices of the Supreme Court by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) is regrettable, The Punch reports. Justice Mohammed made the claim on Monday at the valedictory court session held in honour of a retiring Justice of the Supreme Court, Justice Suleiman... Read More

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October 10, 2016

Buhari hands over 2 air crafts to Nigerian Airforce (WATCH)

President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday will hand over two air crafts of the presidential air fleet to the Nigerian Air Force (NAF). The Presidency made the disclosure on Monday via its Twitter account, @NGRPresident. Today the Presidential Air Fleet will hand over another two aircraft to the Nigerian Air Force. — Presidency Nigeria (@NGRPresident) October... Read More

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October 10, 2016

These are the men who kidnapped CBN governor’s wife (PHOTO)

The Nigeria Police Force on Monday paraded persons suspected to be part of the gang that kidnapped the wife of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele. Margaret Emefiele, was kidnapped along the Benin-Agbor road. She was later released by a crack team of detectives sent by the Inspector General of Police (IGP), and other... Read More

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October 10, 2016

Eyiamoni Apeji: The misfits of society [NEXT]

by Eyiamoni Apeji People are naturally good. The few that are bad: the 10%, the misfits of society, these people move around so often that they give the allusion that they are many. This is a fact. This is a truth that I often forget. A few weeks ago a friend of mine was the... Read More

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October 10, 2016

YNaija Editorial: Ending the culture of silence on sexual violence

The darkest places in hell are reserved for those who maintain their neutrality in times of moral crisis – Dante Alighieri Last Wednesday, Ahunna Nwaogwugwu – @QueenCleo_92 on Twitter – collated multiple reports exposing the activities of Izien Aigbodion, who has used the nude pictures of young women to blackmail them for sexual favours over a... Read More

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October 10, 2016

The Media Blog: Did you know that some StarTimes subscribers pay only N17 a day?

On August 1, iROKO chief executive, Jason Njoku shocked those who pay attention when he announced (it’s an impressive Jason trick to always announce big things with such striking – and distracting – narratives they blunt the effect): subscription to iROKO TV in Nigeria is now basically N100 a week. iROKO’s subscriptions reportedly doubled within... Read More

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October 10, 2016

Judges stashed monies in relatives accounts – DSS

The Department of State Services (DSS) says its crackdown on several judges across the country was based on damning evidence, Vanguard reports. According to a source the corrupt judges used their positions to engage in sabotage, election rigging and subversion of justice. “As we speak now, we have incontrovertible evidence of brazen corruption against the seven judges in our... Read More

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October 10, 2016

Progress has arrived: Life Continental Beer rewards 30 businesses with N7.5 million in Abia state

Entrepreneurs in Abia state were rewarded with a total of N7.5 million by Life Continental Lager Beer during the Progress Booster Show on Friday 30 September 2016 at the City Global Hotel, Aba. Prior to this, the beer brand had presented N15 million Naira to 30 entrepreneurs in Enugu and 30 entrepreneurs in Owerri in... Read More

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October 10, 2016

Eye on Buhari: Meetings, awards and more

The week turned out quite well for President Muhammadu Buhari as he was recognized for his leadership skills, amongst other activities. Here are the events that took place this past week by the President. October 4 President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday met with the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief John Oyegun... Read More

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October 10, 2016

Introducing another YNaija.com brand new column, NEXT | Presenting the stories of ‘Authentic Millennials’

YNaija.com today is launching a new column called NEXT. It continues in its tradition of presenting the best and most impactful voices from young Nigeria. “In this case, we decided to be just a little bit cheeky,” says Isime Esene, managing editor of Y!/YNaija.com. “The millennial set is typically those born after 1980. But we... Read More

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October 10, 2016

The Film Blog: It’s just a fantastic time to be a Nigerian actor, we tell you

Think about it really. Look at all the New Nollywood projects that have come out this year: Arbitration, Okafor’s Law, It’s Her Day, Green White Green, Isoken, Surulere, for some. Look at all the big budget films we have had this year: The Wedding Party and 93 Days, for two – more budgets within them... Read More

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October 10, 2016

Aderonke Adebanjo: Nigerian parents need to know that marriage is not everything [NEW VOICES]

I was having a conversation with a friend recently – one that I’ve had a few times with different people – and every time I have this conversation, it sparks something in me and it usually gets me pretty worked up. You might have noticed, perhaps because it constitutes your personal experience, that most Nigerian... Read More

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