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October 6, 2016

YNaija Analysis: Fact checking Kemi Adeosun’s comments about coal power in Nigeria

At a seminar organised by the IMF titled ‘Toward Better Infrastructure in Developing Countries’, which took place at the Jack Morton auditorium of the George Washington University yesterday, Kemi Adeosun, the Finance Minister, accused Western nations of ‘hypocrisy’ in blocking Nigeria’s attempts to use coal energy to power its economy. In Nigeria, we have coal... Read More
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October 6, 2016

Samsung Galaxy Note 7 catches fire on airplane

A passenger’s replaced Galaxy Note 7 caught fire prior to the takeoff of a US flight, leading to the evacuation of the passengers. Samsung had received complaints of exploding batteries and had recalled the phones from buyers. However, on Wednesday, a Southwest Airlines flight leaving Louisville, Kentucky was evacuated after a passenger’s new Samsung phone... Read More
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October 6, 2016

Tony Elumelu Foundation, Ministry of Information & Culture partner to develop creative industries

At the National Theatre in Iganmu, Surulere, The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) on Wednesday signed an MOU with the Federal Ministry of Information and Culture for the development of Nigeria’s creative industries. The Honourable Minister Alhaji Lai Mohammed and Tony O. Elumelu (CON) signed for their respective organizations. The partnership will provide a framework for... Read More
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October 6, 2016

The Thread: ‘If Nigeria drills ONE barrel of oil, NASS gets N115 billion’

BudgIT Nigeria – the civic organisation set up to simplify budgets and data for the benefit of Nigerians – is on a mission to ensure accountability amongst elected public officers. At this time, the National Assembly (NASS) is in their cross hairs. See below: 1. When a citizen asked an elected official for details of what... Read More
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October 6, 2016

The Thread: ‘There is one annoying thing about Nigeria… elitism’

You know how we try to figure out people’s statuses before we decide how to treat or relate to them? Yes, you do. Abi, are you not Nigerian? Anyway, in #TheThread of Kelechi Anabaraonye V Lagos Photo Festival, Kelechi has tabled how distasteful this attitude is. Interesting read we tell you: https://twitter.com/kelechinaba/status/782942094449119232 https://twitter.com/kelechinaba/status/782942267736727553 https://twitter.com/kelechinaba/status/782942411794288640 https://twitter.com/kelechinaba/status/782942663179956224 https://twitter.com/kelechinaba/status/782942801440993280... Read More
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October 6, 2016

I’m perfectly healthy, Baba Suwe replies Fabiyi

Actor Babatunde Omidina, popularly known as Baba Suwe says claims by producer Yomi Fabiyi that his health is “deteriorating” were false, The Net reports. On Wednesday, Fabiyi went to his Instagram page where he said the torture Baba Suwe received in the hands of operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) had affected his health.... Read More
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October 6, 2016

Free entry into the 11th International Education Expo!

Did you know you can be part of the 11th UKEAS International Education Expo in Africa for free? Yes, discover how an international education can be a career and life changing experience when you are part of this unique event.    Gain firsthand information on innovative payment plans and fee reductions Discuss your Career and... Read More
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October 6, 2016

Oduah loses application to stop investigation

Former Aviation Minister, Stella Oduah has lost an application she filed to stop the Federal Government from investigating her tenure as minister. Justice Adamu Kafarati, of the Federal High Court, Abuja on Wednesday, said the suit lacked merit. Oduah had urged the court to stop the alleged plan by the EFCC, ICPC and police to... Read More
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October 6, 2016

BREAKING: National Assembly invites Buhari over recession

The National Assembly has invited President Muhammadu Buhari to appear before it over the current economic recession, The Punch reports. In a motion passed by both the Senate and the House of Representative son Thursday, the legislature wants Buhari to address it on efforts being made by his administration to tackle the economic recession in the country.
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October 6, 2016

Cross River uncovers N650m ghost workers’ scam

The Cross River State Government has uncovered about N650 million from 3,000 ghost workers for the months of June and July, 2016. Commissioner for Local Governments, Mr Onoh John Ulafor, made the disclosure on Wednesday while addressing teachers during the celebration of World Teachers’ Day. He said, “Cross River is not owing salaries. The issue of teachers’... Read More
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October 6, 2016

Lekan Olanrewaju: The youth will NOT save Nigeria [New Voices]

by Lekan Olanrewaju “The youths, who are supposed to ask their leaders questions are the ones carrying brief cases for them.”   Besides the work-free day and a presidential address, one of the certainties of a Nigerian Independence Day is a flood of ruminations about the country and the way forward. One source of such,... Read More
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October 6, 2016

Sultan of Sokoto meets 2face, says suicide bombers are going to hell

The Sultan of Sokoto Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, on Wednesday said suicide bombers will spend their eternity in hell. Abubakar who is also the President-General, Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, and the Spiritual Leader of Muslims in the country made the statement when Innocent Idibia, a musician popularly called 2Face, paid him a courtesy call in Sokoto.... Read More
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October 6, 2016

Al-Shabab kill 6 in Northeast Kenya attack

At least six people have been killed by suspected al-Shabab militants in an attack in north-east Kenya, BBC reports. According to Ali Roba, governor of Mandera County, one person had also been seriously injured in the attack. Roba said security operatives have been able to save 27 other people present at a public works site. Kenya’s Daily Nation says... Read More
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October 6, 2016

Nigerian education startup, Tuteria wins Facebook sponsored innovation challenge

Nigerian startup Tuteria has emerged as one of six winners of a Facebook sponsored internet challenge. Tuteria, founded by Godwin Benson won the best innovation for education. Benson’s achievement was announced by Facebook founder, Mark Zuckerberg. Zuckerberg wrote, “Last month in Abuja, Nigeria, I met Godwin Benson. Godwin founded Tuteria Nigeria, an online platform that... Read More
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October 6, 2016

The YNaija Tracklist: Buhari in possession of letters implicating Jonathan for corruption | Buhari should address recession and stop complaining – Fayose | Norwegian Prime Minister caught playing Pokemon Go in parliament

From the papers this morning – a Tracklst. Buhari in possession of letters implicating Jonathan for corruption – YNaija Buhari should address recession and stop complaining – Fayose – YNaija Sambisa the only remaining base of Boko Haram – Miltary – YNaija I don’t understand how Ize-Iyamu got more than 50,000 votes – Oshiomhole – YNaija N1.7trn bad... Read More
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October 6, 2016

Despite economic recession, Nigerians express optimism at Independence celebration

The yearly Independence Day Special Edition Poll results released by NOIPolls Limited have revealed that a majority of Nigerians (68 percent) believe Nigeria’s Independence is worth celebrating in spite of the economic recession. However, it should be noted that this is a decline of 16 percentage points from last year’s value, indicating that the economic... Read More
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October 6, 2016

The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today

These are the top five stories you should monitor today. Buhari in possession of letters implicating Jonathan for corruption President Muhammadu Buhari has in his possession letters written by former President Goodluck Jonathan requesting for “off-budget funds”. This startling revelation is contained in Buhari’s authorised biography, ‘Muhammadu Buhari: The Challenges of Leadership in Nigeria’, written by... Read More
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October 6, 2016

Review: AY’s ‘A Trip to Jamaica’ tries too hard to be funny, doesn’t succeed

by Okon Ekpo In 2014, comedian AY Makun hit box office pay dirt with 30 Days in Atlanta, a laugh a minute, jumbling clash of skits that despite its artistic limitations, connected with audiences in ways unheard of for a Nollywood film opening at the cineplexes and ended up crossing the previously unheard of 100... Read More
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October 6, 2016

Entertainment Roundup: Actress, Eniola Badmus survives fire incident at her residence | Ghanaian actor, Majid Michel turns pastor and more

Here are some stories from yesterday and others that unravelled while you slept – and are now buzzing this morning in today’s Entertainment Roundup. Actress, Eniola Badmus survives fire incident at her residence Actress, Eniola Badmus on Wednesday announced that a fire broke out at her residence. According to her, the incident happened in the... Read More
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October 6, 2016

The Media Blog: Because we serve a living God, Gidi Up Season 3 has FINALLY started shooting

What cows have not been sacrificed to get this particular show back on the road (Season 2’s finale was in September 2014!)? We have waited for almost two years for Ndani TV to crawl through Rumor Has it and Skinny Girl in Transit towards the real deal; actors have been told to plan their schedules... Read More
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October 6, 2016

Buhari in possession of letters implicating Jonathan for corruption

President Muhammadu Buhari has in his possession letters written by former President Goodluck Jonathan requesting for “off-budget funds”. This startling revelation is contained in Buhari’s authorised biography, ‘Muhammadu Buhari: The Challenges of Leadership in Nigeria’, written by Prof. John Paden and presented to the public on Monday. An online dictionary defines “off-budget funds” as funds not... Read More
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October 6, 2016

Buhari should address recession and stop complaining – Fayose

Governor of Ekiti state, Ayodele Fayose has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to stop the blame game and get to work. Fayose said President Buhari should stop blaming past administrations for the nation’s economic woes, but should rather work assiduously to fix it. Fayose said this on Wednesday while addressing teachers in the state at the Oluyemi... Read More
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October 6, 2016

Sambisa the only remaining base of Boko Haram – Miltary

The Nigerian Military on Wednesday said terrorist sect, Boko Haram had been confined to Sambisa forest, ThisDay reports. The head of the counter-insurgency operation in the North-east and Theatre Commander of Operation Lafiya Dole, Major General Lucky Irabor said this during a press conference in Maiduguri. Irabor said the last Boko Haram stronghold, Mallam Fatori was captured on... Read More
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