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Nigerian cocaine smuggler left to die in Madrid airport over Ebola fears
by Chidi Okoye A Nigerian man was left to die at Madrid’s international airport over fears that he had the Ebola virus disease. The incident occured at about 5 pm on…
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“God delivered me” – @realFFK speaks on his drug abuse history
by Kolapo Olapoju A former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani Kayode has revealed that at some point in his life, specifically thirty years ago, he had a drug abuse problem,…
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Nigeria ranks 31 on list of world’s most corrupt nations – Transparency International
by Godwin Akanfe According to the Corruption Perceptions Index 2013 released by Transparency International, Nigeria is the 31st most corrupt nation in the world. The index scores 177 countries and territories…
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DJ Xclusive and these Nigerians spend £250 million on homes! Meet the biggest spenders in the ‘London Property Market’ (photos)
by Anike Jacobs Billionaires Folorunsho Alakija, Aliko Dangote, DJ Xclusive (Rotimi Alakija, Mrs Alakija’s nephew) and other businessmen, oil tycoons & politicians Nigerians have been listed as the biggest spenders…
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Labour threatens strike over planned removal of minimum wage from exclusive list
by James Sambo Organised labour has threatened to embark on a strike action, if federal lawmakers carry on with the plan to remove the minimum wage from the exclusive legislative…
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@tundeleye: Dear @Telegraph, calling @followlasg lawless is rude! (Y! FrontPage)
by Tunde Leye I had a little bet with the YNaija! Op-Eds editor, Ayokunle Odekunle, to write serious, ideological pieces surrounding how I believed Nigeria should run, avoiding current topical…
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Eko Politics: Desmond “@deselliot” Elliot explains why he had always left out ‘Shola’ from his name
by Anike Jacobs A few weeks back, Desmond Elliott came under heavy criticism after releasing his campaign posters bearing his middle name "Olushola" - he was verbally attacked by fans…
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Amaechi is a failed liar – Patience Jonathan responds to Rivers State Governor
by Azubuike Azikiwe The first lady of Nigeria, Patience Jonathan has reacted to the comments made by Governor Rotimi Amaechi of Rivers State, that he fell out with her over…
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Pictures from the Lagos Photo Festival at Eko Hotel
[slideshow_deploy id='314121'] What: Lagos Photo Festival 2014 Where: Eko Hotel VI Lagos When: 24-10-14 Photos By: Hycinth Iyereosa Email: photoeditor@ynaija.com
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A confused Gbenga Daniel is having sleepless nights over my success – Governor Amosun
by Kolapo Olapoju On Tuesday, 21 October, while speaking in Abeokuta, during his official defection back to Peoples Democratic Party from Labour Party, Gbenga Daniel had accused Ogun state governor, Ibikunle…
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Bijelly Couture and Vans Kere to represent Nigeria at ‘Glitz Africa fashion week
by Jewel Stephen Glitz Africa Fashion Week is back for a third season to bring the glitz and glamour of African fashion to Accra. From the 6th to 9th of November. The…
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THE 2015 TRACKLIST: PDP dissolves Ondo exco, clears road for Mimiko | GEJ wants Amaechi to stop being a rascal | APC’s tired of ‘fake’ Nigerian Presidents | More stories
As you count down to the February General Elections, we show you what to read and what to skip today. Buhari is on the march again. Punch Oshiomhole preaches change.…
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@dian4real: Can @atiku make things happen? #2015ElectionCountdown
by Diana-Abasi Alphonsus Udoh “Does Atiku intend to make good things happen in Nigeria or make corruption happen?” Nigerians especially young intellects and professionals seriously question the former Vice President’s…
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South Africa’s football captain shot dead
by Chidi Okoye South Africa's national football teams's captain and goalkeeper, Senzo Meyiwa, has died after being shot at his girlfriend's house in Vosloorus, south of Johannesburg. Meyiwa was declared…
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The border where anyone can get in, even if they have Ebola
by Adedayo Ademuwagun After the first Ebola case in the country was reported in July, people feared that the outbreak would overpower the healthcare system and result in a pandemic.…
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Holyhill anniversary: Pastor Oyemade storms Abuja
Senior pastor of the Covenant Christian Centre and convener of The Platform Nigeria, Pastor Poju Oyemade will on Thursday October 30, 2014 arrive the city of Abuja as Holyhill Church…
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@DolapoAina: 2015 is the season of the hallelujah boys
by Dolapo Aina It is perilous to put an ambitious man in office. Ambitious men enjoy the powers that money or authority gives. They lobby for promotion and are carnally…
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@SimonChairman: @BarrackObama only deserves a bronze medal
by Simon Utsu Barack keeps getting it wrong in key foreign policy decisions. We all know Putin isn’t very ‘sane’, so I’m quite baffled why Obama did chose to fight…
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Get more boom for your buck in the Lumia 530 #PowerPromo
by Jewel Stephen Microsoft latest smartphone, Lumia 530, is now available in Nigeria and if you are one of the first to buy this smartphone, you will win a Bang…
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90,000 Catholics displaced in North-East Nigeria
by James Sambo The Catholic Church has disclosed that 14 of its parishes in the Northeast were sacked by the rampaging Boko Haram insurgents with over 90,000 of the Church’s…
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@PDPNigeria clears road for Mimiko, dissolves Ondo exco
by Godwin Akanfe The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced the dissolution of the Ondo State Executive Committee of the party. Speaking on Sunday,…
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@GovAyoFayose clarifies Ekiti ‘stomach infrastructure’ programme
by Godwin Akanfe The Ekiti State government has explained its concept of 'Stomach Infrastructure' as conceived by the Ayo Fayose administration. This was made public by Lanre Ogunsuyi, the Special Assistant on…
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Tragic: 300 Level UNIBEN student killed by unknown gunmen
by Isi Esene Gbenedio Ejyroghene, a 300 Level student of the University of Benin was on Friday killed by unknown gunmen at the Ugbowo Campus of the institution. The…
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Fraud: Gov. Fayose disowns fake Facebook accounts
by Isi Esene Ekiti Governor, Ayo Fayose has warned unsuspecting citizens about persons posing on the social media network, Facebook, pretending to be him. He gave this warning on…
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Delicious man! Jim Iyke shows off 6 packs (for the ladies only)
by Anike Jacobs Who knew Jim Iyke was this sexy?! The Nollywood actor is currently in Gambia to celebrate the country's President's 20th Anniversary in office and he has just showed…
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Stop political rascality and blackmail – Presidency warns Amaechi
by Isi Esene The Presidency has today expressed its displeasure over Governor Rotimi Amaechi's statements reportedly attacking President Goodluck Jonathan, the First Lady, Dame Patience Jonathan, and the Federal…
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#BBAHotshots: Laveda & Alusa evicted from the Big Brother Africa House
by Isi Esene Tanzania's Laveda and Kenya's Alusa have been evicted from the Big Brother Africa Hotshots House. Laveda, who has a close relationship with Permithias, is the 6th female…
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No sex: Wife quits marriage after being sex-starved for 9 years
by Azubuike Azikiwe The 18-year-old marriage of Olive Omoletu and Toyin Omoletu has been dissolved by a Customary Court sitting in Ikorodu, Lagos. The 38-year-old wife, Toyin, who is a ‘nurse’ at…
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“This is about me, not me and Paul” – Peter Okoye defends his solo Olympic milk deal
Kolapo Olapoju One half of Psquare, Peter Okoye has defended why he signed a solo endorsement deal to be the face of Olympic Milk. Fans of the pair had wondered…
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Oh wow! Tosyn Bucknor’s bikini body is pretty decent
by Damilola Jagun *In Jenifa's voice*Actually, we really never expected it..... Top radio OAP, Tosyn Bucknor had us doing a double take, when she shared on her Instagram, a…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy