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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | 6,000 Doctors Graduate, 2,000 Left Without Housemanship Slots
February 7, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | 6,000 Doctors Graduate, 2,000 Left Without Housemanship Slots

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  6,000 doctors graduate, 2,000 left without housemanship slots Nigeria’s medical regulator says thousands of newly trained doctors are left without housemanship placements each year due to limited capacity. Speaking to the Senate, MDCN registrar Fatimah... Read More
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February 6, 2026

Events Happening In Lagos This Weekend (February 6th-8th)

This weekend in Lagos is filled with events for a diverse audience; from raves to beach days, yoga classes, and even R&B-themed nights, there is something for everyone. This event is the perfect first rave of the year for ravers and lovers of house music; it is also the best way to kickstart your weekend. It... Read More
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February 6, 2026

The Weekend Watchlist | These Are Films/Series To Watch This Weekend

The weekend is underway, and in true Ynaija fashion, we are committed to helping you have the most relaxing time ever. With a blend of action thrillers, comedy, drama, and adventure, we’ve done the work, compiled the movies, and given you a list that will keep your weekend fun, entertaining, and engaging. A former assassin... Read More
The Film Blog
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Funke Akindele, Shaffy Bello, Pat Utomi, Nkiru Anumudu, Jimi Agbaje others join Chude Jideonwo at ‘How Depression Saved My Life’ book launch, kicking off 8-city global tour
February 6, 2026

Funke Akindele, Shaffy Bello, Pat Utomi, Nkiru Anumudu, Jimi Agbaje, and others join Chude Jideonwo at ‘How Depression Saved My Life’ book launch, kicking off 8-city global tour 

Chude Jideonwo, founder of the viral talk show #WithChude and Chair of the Fourthmainland Creator Fund, on January 29, 2026, hosted the official Lagos launch of his memoir, ‘How Depression Saved My Life’, at Alliance Française, Ikoyi. The event marked the first stop of an eight-city global tour and brought together an influential audience of... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Students Lament As UNN Hikes Fees, Threatening Mass Dropouts
February 6, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Students Lament As UNN Hikes Fees, Threatening Mass Dropouts

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.   Students lament as UNN hikes fees, threatening mass dropouts Anger has erupted at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, following a proposed 100 per cent increase in tuition fees, later reduced to 60 per cent after... Read More
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February 5, 2026

Art Exhibitions You Should Check Out This February 

February, unlike Art November, is a slow month for art exhibitions, with most of the already announced exhibitions happening in the first week of the month. While some of the galleries hosting this month are making a comeback after the excitement of Art November, check out the art exhibitions that others have lined up for... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Tinubu Orders Troops to Kwara After Deadly Community Attack Claims 75 Lives
February 5, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Tinubu Orders Troops to Kwara After Deadly Community Attack Claims 75 Lives

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.   Tinubu orders troops to Kwara after deadly community attack claims 75 lives Fresh security measures are being rolled out in Kwara State after President Bola Tinubu directed the deployment of an army battalion to Kaiama... Read More
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Grammy Awards: Will African Artists Forever Be Boxed in That One African Category?
February 4, 2026

Grammy Awards: Will African Artists Forever Be Boxed in That One African Category?

The 68th Grammy Awards reignited a familiar debate across African social media spaces. Following Tyla’s win in the ‘Best African Performance’ category, many began questioning whether the Recording Academy truly sees African artists as global contenders or simply as cultural representatives meant to stay in a designated lane. At the center of the conversation was... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Nigeria Ranks Fourth on the Terror Index as Terrorist Attacks Rise
February 4, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | US Lawmakers Warn Nigeria Could Face Deepening Religious Conflict

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  US lawmakers warn Nigeria could face deepening religious conflict Concerns have been raised before the United States Congress that Nigeria could face rising Christian and Muslim violence. Witnesses presenting written testimonies warned that repeated killings,... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Court Blocks Planned NLC, TUC Protest in Abuja
February 3, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Court Blocks Planned NLC, TUC Protest in Abuja

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  Court blocks planned NLC, TUC protest in Abuja An industrial court in Abuja has stopped the Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress from holding a protest scheduled for Tuesday, February 3. The order... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Presidency Spent ₦34bn on Forex for Foreign Trips in Two Years
February 2, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Presidency Spent ₦34bn on Forex for Foreign Trips in Two Years

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Presidency spent ₦34bn on forex for foreign trips in two years Records from GovSpend show that the Presidency spent at least ₦34.39 billion on foreign exchange for overseas travel and related duties over two years.... Read More
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January 31, 2026

Weekly Highlights: Here’s What You Missed Over The Week

This week has been an exciting week in the entertainment industry in Nigeria, from record breaking moments to music festival lineups and Grammy award parties, there has been positive news on almost all fronts.  Burna Boy Announced As Part of AfroNation Portugal Line Up Afrobeat Popstar Burna Boy was announced over the week by the... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Fear Spreads as Many Nigerians Return to Home Country Ahead of ICE Deportation
January 31, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Fear Spreads as Many Nigerians Return to Home Country Ahead of ICE Deportation

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  Fear spreads as many Nigerians return to home country ahead of ICE deportation Heightened immigration enforcement in the United States has forced some Nigerians into hiding, while others are quietly returning home, following an aggressive... Read More
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January 30, 2026

The Weekend Watchlist | These Are Films/Series To Watch This Weekend

The weekend is underway, and in true Ynaija fashion, we are committed to helping you have the most relaxing time ever. With a blend of action thrillers, comedy, drama, and adventure, we’ve done the work, compiled the movies, and given you a list that will keep your weekend fun, entertaining, and engaging. A former assassin... Read More
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Chude Jideonwo Launches "How Depression Saved Me" in an Evening of Vulnerability and Hope
January 30, 2026

Chude Jideonwo Launches “How Depression Saved My Life” in an Evening of Vulnerability and Hope

On Thursday, January 29, popular Nigerian TV host Chude Jideonwo opened up about a side of himself the public rarely sees. At Alliance Française, he launched his new book, “How Depression Saved My Life,” sharing deeply personal stories about his battle with depression. During a conversation with award-winning rapper M.I Abaga, Chude talked about struggling... Read More
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Scarlet Gomez, Tomi Ojo, Shamz Garuba and Bimbo Akintola to Star in a New Lagos-Set Story of Love and Grief — “Somewhere Near Love”
January 30, 2026

Scarlet Gomez, Tomi Ojo, Shamz Garuba and Bimbo Akintola to Star in a New Lagos-Set Story of Love and Grief—”Somewhere Near Love”

A compelling mix of new-generation actors and Nollywood royalty. “Somewhere Near Love,” a deeply human, emotionally grounded film set in the raw intimacy of Lagos, officially wrapped production this January. ‘SNL’ explores grief, healing, addiction, love, and chosen family without pretending that love alone can magically fix trauma. At its heart, SNL tells the story... Read More
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January 30, 2026

Digital Creator Africa Academy Launches to Build the Ecosystem for African Microdrama and Disrupt the Global Vertical Market

Set to Train 300 Young Filmmakers and Storytellers to Dominate the Streaming Ecosystem by Leveraging AI and Global Strategy Lagos, Nigeria – The Digital Creator Africa Academy for Microdrama (DCAA) officially launches today as the continent’s premier institution dedicated to vertical content production. Co-founded by Pan-African creative strategist Ifeoma “Oma” Areh and media innovator Elijah Affi,... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FAAN to Raise Cargo Charges from February 2026 After a Two-Decade Freeze
January 30, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FAAN to Raise Cargo Charges from February 2026 After a Two-Decade Freeze

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. FAAN to raise cargo charges from February 2026 after a two-decade freeze Nigeria’s airport authority will begin enforcing new cargo tariffs from February 2, 2026, following internal reforms and efforts to block revenue losses. The... Read More
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Major Infrastructures Nigerians Hope to See Fixed in Their Lifetime
January 29, 2026

5 Things Nigerians Hope to See Fixed in Their Lifetime

Nigeria is often described as a “developing country,” but for many young Nigerians, it feels like the same problems keep growing while solutions remain on pause. From power supply to security, these are some of the major infrastructural issues Nigerians, especially the youth, hope will not still be problems decades from now. Constant Power, Not... Read More
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | NCC Reveals Why Most 5G Nigerian Phones Lack Access to the Network
January 29, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | NCC Reveals Why Most 5G Nigerian Phones Lack Access to the Network

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss.  NCC reveals why most 5G Nigerian phones lack access to the network Despite owning 5G-ready phones, nearly half of Nigerians cannot use the service due to poor network coverage. The NCC says coverage gaps mean... Read More
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January 28, 2026

Top 5 Highest Grossing Nollywood Films To Rewatch Before January Ends 

January is drawing close to an end and with the end of the month signals the arrival of new movies in the Nollywood space, however before the release of those movies, there are movies that have dominated the Nollywood space, and have become fan favorites with the titles of the highest grossing films in the... Read More
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