One of the sources of Nigerian English that I have identified in several of my writings is linguistic improvisation. Linguistic improvisation occurs when speakers of a language invent new words, or expand the meaning and usage of existing ones, to give expression to novel cultural, social, political, etc. experiences and ideas that are not lexicalised...
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National leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu on Monday said the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari is “slow but steady” in its resolve to develop the country. Tinubu said this at the International Conference Centre, Abuja during the launch of a book — ‘Muhammadu Buhari: The Challenges of Leadership in Nigeria’, written by...
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The Nigerian Air Force on Monday said it has destroyed some illegal refineries and barges in Rivers State. NAF spokesman, Group Capt. Ayodele Famuyiwa in a statement on Monday said the refineries were spotted by NAF Diamond 42 aircraft on Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance mission. He said, “In its concerted efforts to stop illegal bunkering and criminal...
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The Bayelsa State chapter of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) have embarked on strike, demanding the state government to pay their seven months salary arrears. The teachers in both public primary and secondary schools are yet to resume for the 2016/2017 session. In a statement by the signed by the state Chairman of NUT, Kalaama Toinpre,...
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Heavyweight World Champion, Tyson Fury has announced his retirement from boxing following series of controversies on reports of his positive test for cocaine. “Boxing is the saddest thing I ever took part in, all a pile of shit, I’m the greatest, champ; I’m also retired…” Fury tweeted on Monday. There had been reports that the...
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The DJ of the entire whole world, DJ Cuppy is focused still on making big moves. The latest is a brand new 13-espisode show, Cuppy Takes Africa for FOX Life. Like America’s Gary Johnson, we will add: And what is FOX Life? It’s part of FOX’s clear investment proposition on African TV – the latest...
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by Jide Ojo Hearty congratulations to fellow Nigerians on this auspicious occasion of our dear motherland’s 56 independence anniversary! Nigeria, the giant of Africa gained independence from Britain, her colonial master on October 1, 1960. Prior to that, she had experienced over two hundred years of slavery and hundred years of colonial rule. Many are...
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Because there is nothing like premium when it comes to mass media. Like one of our mentors used to tell us: “it’s called mass for a reason”. CNBC (the supposedly elite business TV channel) is officially come to StarTimes (the decidedly mass Cable network) from this week. It launched Saturday. CNBC Africa, along with Forbes...
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Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr has replaced the duo of Victor Moses and Isaac Success over injury concerns for Sunday’s World Cup qualifier against Zambia in Ndola. Rohr replaced the pair who were withdrawn by their English side’s Chelsea and Watford respectively with two strikers from the domestic league – Godwin Obaje of Wikki Tourists and...
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Eight persons lost their lives in an accident involving a car and a jeep on Hadejia-Kano road in Kaugama Local Government Area of Jigawa. The spokesman of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in the state, Mr Adamu Abdullahi, said the accident occurred on Sunday evening. “Our men were returning from Hadejia when the accidents...
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Swansea City has sacked chief coach Francesco Guidolin. Guidolin has been replaced by former USA national team manager Bob Bradley with the club having agreed his release from French club Le Havre after their fixture with Sochaux tonight. Three members of Guidolin’s backroom team – Diego Bortoluzzi, Gabrielle Ambrosetti, Claudio Bordon – have also been released....
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We mean biggest literally. No metaphors needed. We are coming to this in greater detail soon, as we have been working on an article about what makes him so significant for a while (but apparently we think we will win a Pulitzer with it, because it has taken too long!). But we find out any...
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by Chi Ibe AKA God don catch devil. A few days ago, there was a self-righteous rapper called elDee (Tha Don), who came for Amber Rose and others he calls ‘hoes’ here. And then. Nigerians, who have free time on their hands, went digging. They come up with this: Sigh. Baba. Why? Anyway, as Sunny...
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Top Kannywood actress Rahama Sadau has been expelled by Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (MOPPAN) for serially “hugging and cuddling” a Jos-based musican, ClassiQ in a video. In a statement released on Sunday by Malam Salisu Mohammed, secretary of MOPPAN, the association said it took the decision following a “resolution reached by all guilds...
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56 years is a lifetime in the life cycle of any nation. For one whose union has been severally tested by momentous events such as a crippling civil war, an insurgency crisis that brought the entire north east region almost to a standstill and agitations of militants in the Niger Delta demanding ownership of their...
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I love Nigeria. I love Nigeria very much. But many times, I don’t think Nigeria loves me. Nigeria is like that bae who you do everything for and always put on your dp, but who never answers the phone and does every single thing you hate. We’re celebrating our 56th anniversary of independence and I...
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Earlier on Monday celebrity, Kim Kardashian was held at gun point by two men in her hotel room in Paris. Her husband Kanye West who was performing the song “Heartless” at the Meadows Music & Arts Festival in Queens, immediately left the stage abruptly on hearing the news, citing a “family emergency”. According to Kim’s spokesperson, the...
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The editors of YNaija.com today announced a fresh new column, ‘New Voices’ today – a daily column that presents the very best of a new generation of Nigerian writers sharing on the Nigerian experience, our everyday realities and what you may call the human condition as it relates to our country and its people. “As...
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Aston Villa has sacked former Chelsea manager Roberto Di Matteo. The club in a statement on Monday said Di Matteo was sacked because of the team’s poor position in the Championship. Di Matteo who won the Champions league with Chelsea in 2012 was sacked after 123 days at the job. He played 12 games as Villa...
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Ex-governor of Bayelsa state Timipre Sylva has recovered 48 houses seized by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), The Punch reports. The properties were seized by the commission and sealed following an allegation of N19bn fraud. The properties are located in choice areas in Abuja such as Wuse II and Maitama. At one of the...
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Lagos-based design and construction company, HubCT Technologies Ltd. (also known as HTL), is set to exhibit a model of its impression of design and urban planning in 21st century Africa named “Affordacity And The Invention Of Isi-Ewu”. The exhibition is supported by the Federal Republic of Germany through the Consulate General in Lagos and the...
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Former Vice President and All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar has once again reiterated his call for the restructuring of the country, The Sun reports. Atiku made the call in Gombe during the 20th anniversary of the state. He said power and resources should be devolved to the states; stating that the FG had no responsibility running...
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These are the top five stories you should monitor today. Amaechi to blame for insecurity in Rivers – Wike Governor of Rivers state, Nyesom Wike has blamed his predecessor Rotimi Amaechi for the insecurity in the state. 2. Gunmen attack police station, kill 2 officers Unknown gunmen on Sunday attacked a police station in Igumale area...
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Senator Dino Melaye has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to grant treasury looters presidential pardon to ensure quick recovery of such funds, Daily Trust reports. The chairman Senate committee on the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) who made this known in a statement on Sunday, said such persons should be given a grace period of six months. He...
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From the papers this morning – a Tracklist. Kanye West cancels concert as Kim Kardashian is held at gunpoint in Paris hotel – YNaija Woman sells 2-year-old daughter for N50000 in Lagos – YNaija 88-year-old woman arrested for trafficking 6-year-old girl – YNaija Amaechi to blame for insecurity in Rivers – Wike – YNaija Four suspected kidnappers...
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by Chinma George ‘For the love of money is the root of all evil. Money answereth all things’. These are two quotes from the Bible (1st Timothy 6v10, Ecclesiastics 10 v 19) that not only reflect human behaviour but also constitute a major element of businesses worldwide. Money! Can we curb our love for money...
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by Adewole Kehinde “He Who Saves A Nation Breaks No Law” – Napoleon The Nigeria Police is the principal law enforcement agency in Nigeria with a staff strength of about 371,800. There are currently plans to increase the force to 650,000, adding 280,000 new recruits to the existing 371,800. The Nigeria Police is a very large...
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Governor of Rivers state, Nyesom Wike has blamed his predecessor Rotimi Amaechi for the insecurity in the state. Wike made the claim on Sunday at Saint Andrew’s Anglican Church, Amadi-Ama in Okrika local government area of the state, during a thanksgiving service in honour of Ma. Patience Tam-George. The 85-year-old Ma Tam-George, who is mother of the...
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Here are some stories from yesterday and others that unravelled while you slept – and are now buzzing this morning in today’s Entertainment Roundup. Comedian, Tee A celebrates 20th year career anniversary Ace Comedian, Tee A on Sunday celebrated his 20th anniversary on stage at the Intercontinental hotel, Lagos. The event was attended by a flurry...
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Rapper Kanye West has cancelled his concert after his wife Kim Kardashian was held at gunpoint in her hotel room in Paris, E! News reports. The incident occurred on Sunday evening in Kim’s hotel room when two men dressed as policemen held her hostage. According to Kim’s spokesperson, she is ” badly shaken but physically unharmed”....
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