They are already writing petitions against the Minister of Education

A civil rights group, Concerned Citizens for Educational Development (CCED), has sent a letter to the Minister of Education, Mallam Adamu Adamu, accusing the minister of ‘killing’ the education sector through his policies. According to the petitioners, the recently appointed 13 Vice Chancellors – who he appointed – are running their universities in an autocratic... Read More

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YNaija Opinion: What the Lekan Shonde case should teach everybody about marriage and domestic violence

Much has been said about the spate of domestic violence in the country that one might be inclined to think that adding ones voice could be tantamount to joining the bandwagon. However, there is an adage in Yoruba “Aisi ni be lai ba won dasi”; which literally translated means ones absence is the only reason... Read More

divorce, Domestic violence, Marriage, Ronke Shonde

Sorry Manchester United, Matt Hummels is heading to Bayern Munich

Sad news for Old Trafford faithfuls, Borrussia Dortmund defender – Mats Hummels – is staying in Germany after revealing he is making a switch to his club’s fiercest rivals – Bayern Munich in the summer. The German footballer, who is yet to undergo medicals, explained the reason behind the the surprising move in a statement on... Read More

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Opinion: Here is the work we now have to do on this ‘budget of change’

After four months and two weeks of senators advertising their foolishness, the budget was finally passed and signed into law by President Muhammadu Buhari. The Nigerian budget process mirrors the core of Nigeria’s political dysfunction. The Senate has always display a greater dysfunctionality on the issue of budget. The budget is never timely. The budget... Read More

budget 2016, Federal Government, House of Assembly, NASS, nigeria

The Nigerian army is finally acting against armed cattle rustlers – in Zamfara

The Nigerian Army on Tuesday announced that its troops, in the process of clearing armed bandits and cattle rustlers, had shot and wound several criminals in the Maru area of Zamfara state, and also recovering several arms and ammunition in the process. To this end, the army is calling on the general public to report... Read More

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You can now talk to the National Assembly about the herdsmen attacks

Nigerians can now be heard by their lawmakers on the crisis of herdsmen attacks. It appears that the slew of killings attributed to marauding herdsmen has galvanized the men at the National Assembly into action. The Senate committees on Agriculture and Intelligence and National Security are holding a public hearing on the frequent attacks of... Read More

Buhari, Herdsmen attack, NASS, violence

That’s how gunmen attacked the Rivers state court complex yesterday

Rivers State is in the news for violence again. Gunmen have invaded the premises of the Rivers state judiciary complex in Port-Harcourt, killing two private security officials stationed at the court and injuring another. The gunmen were said to have attacked the court premises last night, resulting in the closure of the institution. State security... Read More

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YNaija Opinion: Husbands and wives have to watch themselves like the FBI

Making it to the end of each day is a thing of joy to every woman in any form of abusive relationship. To such women, while there is time for pain, healing has its own time to trickle on too. They try to get lost in that promise to themselves. Marriage is not the same... Read More

6 things we learnt from the trial of ex-Governor Joshua Dariye

A retired detective constable of the UK Metropolitan Police, Peter Clark, on Monday, made shocking revelations while testifying for the prosecution at the trial of former Plateau governor, Joshua Dariye. Dariye is facing criminal prosecution by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on a 23-count charge of money laundering and misappropriation of N1.162 billion... Read More

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We have fully and truly ‘suffered’ as David Cameron calls Nigeria a ‘fantastically corrupt country’ (WATCH)

It is finally clear now why President Muhammadu Buhari of Nigeria was invited to attend the 2016 Anti Corruption Summit scheduled to hold in London. President Buhari is billed to show up at the summit alongside over 60 other world leaders to discuss various measures and reforms that can help kickback corruption across the world.... Read More

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SNAPSHOT: DJ Cuppy gears up for graduation from New York University

DJ Cuppy is set to be a Masters degree holder as she prepares for her graduation from the New York University (NYU). The disc-jockey has completed her 2-year Masters Degree in Music Business. Cuppy first graduated from Kings College London in July 2014 with a degree in Business and Economics. This graduation ceremony for the NYU... Read More

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President Buhari is attending 2 summits today (PHOTOS)

President Muhammadu Buhari is out of the country again. What else is new, right? He will have a busy day today, attending two summits. He first visited Katsina, before jetting off to London for the 2016 Anti-Corruption Summit. The president declared the Katsina State Economic and Investment Summit 2016 open today shortly before taking his leave... Read More

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ManStyleCrush: The sexy, suave and savvy- Ebuka Obi-Uchendu

Armed with an ice thawing smile and a warm charismatic persona, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu is a 6’2 modern day hulk, a lawyer …

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Exclusive: Photographer Michael Schwartz for Interview magazine with Keke Palmer

Michael Schwartz photographs the stunning “Scream Queen” Keke Palmer for Interview, as the magazine talks…

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#ICYMI – Red Carpet: Stunning looks from the 2016 BAFTA TV

The 2016 British Academy Television Awards (BAFTA), took place on Sunday 8, May at the Royal Festival Hall in London.…

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Davido loses control of himself – and it turns out to be a prank (WATCH)

Davido recently got pranked on the first episode on MTV’s The Bigger Friday Show. In the prank, two guys walked into Davido’s house asking for a refund their money for a performance he didn’t show up to. This action maddened Davido. He began to throw insults and even a bottle of water at some point.... Read More

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When 2face Idibia met the Esama of Benin (PHOTOS)

2face Idibia supported by his wife, Annie Idibia on Monday, May 9 paid a courtesy visit to the Esama of Benin – Sir Gabriel Igbinedion. The couple are currently in Benin for the conferment ceremony of a Honorary degree on the singer by the prestigious Igbinedion University Okada happening later today. See the photos from the meeting

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British Council survey reminds us of how bad our unemployment crisis really is

A harsh reminder of the dire unemployment situation in Nigeria- a survey carried out by British Council has revealed that most of the Colleges of Education graduates since 2014, are yet to be employed as teachers. The survey was carried out by Elaine Unterhalter of University College in London. Elaine presented the report: “Teacher Education, Teachers Practice, Gender and... Read More

A group wants N100 billion from FG for herdsmen attacks

The Federal Government has been dragged to court by the Human Rights and Empowerment Projects over the death of dozens of people killed by herdsmen in Nimbo community of the Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State. The violence of the herdsmen has in recent times become very frequent with hundred of lives lost already and hundreds... Read More

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Oby Ezekwesili and Aisha Yesufu just issued another press statement meant for President Buhari

The #BringBackOurGirls campaign group has reminded the Federal Government that until the 219 Chibok schoolgirls abducted in their school in Borno state are rescued, there is no evidence of victory over the Boko Haram insurgents. The group made this known in a statement signed by two of the leaders of the campaign, Oby Ezekwesili and Aisha Yesufu,... Read More

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President Buhari responds to critics of anti-corruption fight

“We will not betray trust and we will not let those who betray the trust of Nigerians go scot-free except the ones we don’t know,” says President Muhammadu Buhari. The President had stated this when he paid a courtesy visit to the Emir of Katsina. He declared that the anti-corruption war isn’t intended to victimise... Read More

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The CBN just issued a circular – and it tells ATM users what they already know

The Central Bank of Nigeria has issued a circular in regards to the use of Automated Teller Machines across the country. In a 48-paged document, the CBN stated the guidelines for the operation of the ATMs across the country. But the document doesn’t really tell you anything groundbreaking. This for example: The Standards – Standards... Read More

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In 4 quotes, Ngige tells us why Buhari is the first labour friendly president of Nigeria

According to the Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige, President Muhammadu Buhari is the first labour friendly president of Nigeria. Top exhibit: the administration is considering the N56,000 minimum wage proposed by the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC). Ngige stated this, on Monday, while speaking with the executive members... Read More

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Wizkid helps Drake score ‘the biggest moment of his career’

Last year, U.S. rapper Drake posted on Instagram that getting the number 1 spot as a lead artiste on the Billboard 100 would be the biggest moment of his career. Well it seems Wizkid alongside Britain’s Kyla have helped the Canadian rap star achieve this feat after Billboard announced on Monday night that he had now... Read More

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If your car has expired and substandard tyres, they’re coming for you

The Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) has declared that it would hence forth confiscate vehicles with expired and substandard tyres within the country. The FRSC Corps Marshal, Boboye Oyeyemi, revealed this at the Stakeholders’ Forum on Tyres. The theme of the forum was tagged ‘Promoting Safe Tyre use in Nigeria’’ and was set up by the... Read More

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Odua Defenders Union has a warning for Niger Delta militants

The Odua Defenders Union, a Yoruba group, is not having the threat made by the Niger Delta Avengers to attack Lagos. The group, in a statement signed by its president-general, Rabak Anthony said the threat made by the militant group is an insult to the Yoruba race and would therefore not take it lightly. The... Read More

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Linda Ikeji has congratulations for Drake, but not Wizkid (PHOTO)

Despite resolving their widely-publicized fall-out, Linda Ikeji doesn’t appear to be yet be on the same page with Wizkid. The popular blogger admitted to putting a halt to posting stories about the starboy for a while as she felt offended by the comments he made about her – including a threat of violence. “I spoke with Wizkid through... Read More

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‘Buhari isn’t well grounded in economics and foreign affairs’ -Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has expressed optimism for Nigeria under President Muhammadu Buhari, even as he noted that Buhari isn’t well grounded in economics and foreign affairs. Obasanjo said this while speaking at the 3rd Covenant University International Conference on African Development Issues titled, “Driving Inclusive and Sustainable Development in Africa: Models, Methods and Policies.” The ex-President... Read More

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Buhari, government, nigeria, Obasanjo, president

Hundreds of women protest naked in Ebonyi

In Ebonyi state, Nkwegu community near Abakaliki, over 200 women discarded their clothes and protested naked against the continued detention of the President General of the community, Ndubuisi Ekumankama, by the police on Monday, May 9. Ekumankama was reported to have broken down the house of a widow in Amangwu Edda community of the state and had been... Read More

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More banks linked with Diezani’s $115 million to be investigated

The Central Bank of Nigeria has started investigating the banks indicted in the $115 million scandal anchored on former minister of petroleum, Allison Diezani. A statement by the Acting Director of Corporate Communications, Department of CBN, Isaac Okorafor, revealed that the apex bank informed all customers of banks, stakeholders, and the general public that it is... Read More

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