How student unions in Nigeria have slowly decayed over the years

by Adedayo Ademuwagun Since the National Union of Nigerian Students was formed in the 1940s, student unions in Nigeria have been a major pressure group. In the past, student unions were renowned for challenging government policies on education and other national issues, and they were generally considered credible. In 1960, for instance, there was a student union... Read More

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Sanmi Abiodun: Love me, I am a Lawyer (Y! PolicyHub)

by Sanmi Abiodun With that said, it is important to state that If lawyers have simply complied with all these Rules and carry out our legal duties based on the laws of Nigeria, at least to the extent that we are not yet disbarred or prosecuted, then I dare say this to all laymen, “don’t... Read More

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Why we must not trade our mother tongue [READ]

By Adedayo Ademuwagun Language is an important part of any society and a principal component of a people’s culture. It is not only a means by which people communicate, it is also a distinct part of their identity. In Nigeria, there are more than 200 indigenous languages. There are concerns though that fewer and... Read More

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Salihu Tanko-Yakassai: Dear Thisday, Sabon-Gari is not neglected (A Rejoinder)

by Saliku Tanko Yakassai On infrastructure, this is the one that annoys me the most. How can the writer say that “there is no government presence” in Sabon Gari when there are major road constructions going on. When one writes an article, the only thing at stake is one’s personal reputation and credibility (if he... Read More

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Ekene Ngwu: An Igbo man did not try to kill Buhari (Y! Politico)

by Ekene Ngwu Despite the revelation of the suspect’s name, the earlier rumour still rages and thousands of people, if not millions, in Nigeria already believe that “an Igbo man has made an attempt on Buhari’s life”. Muhammadu Buhari was unharmed after suicide bombers attempted to assassinate him, but misinformation with regards to... Read More

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Opinion: Why PDP will remain Nigerian only National party

by Edozie Okeiyi APC lacks a national outlook. The PDP has remained relevant in Nigeria because of the national umbrella it has maintained. Although it has its own problems, but it cannot be said to belong to a particular group. The role of the opposition in a democracy is very important and cannot be over... Read More

Ghana seeks IMF assistance to stabilise stumbling Cedi

by Tunji Andrews Battling with mounting budget deficit and currency freefall, Ghana’s government disclosed on Saturday that it will seek an International Monetary Fund programme as part of efforts to stabilise the economy and halt a slide in the cedi. Desperate for urgent measures to boost the cedi, Ghana’s president John Mahama had requested his... Read More

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The Big Boss will stay on as Eagles gaffer

by Olorunwa Lawal According to African Football, Stephen Keshi has officially replied the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), confirming his decision to continue as the coach of the Super Eagles. An assistant coach submitted Keshi’s notice of acceptance at the NFF office in Abuja earlier today. Keshi’s previous contract ended following the elimination of our national... Read More

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Opinion: Fund-raising activities must be regulated in Nigeria

by Amir Abdulazeez While I acknowledge that, some exceptional cases of emergencies may not be effectively handled by the government without the intervention of private individuals, I strongly advocate that, governments must limit fund raising activities to the barest minimum. Let me start by making it categorically clear that last Friday’s Presidential launch of a fund... Read More

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Demola Rewaju: Why did i get married too? (Y! Superblogger)

by Demola Rewaju That’s where this saying comes from – nobody has a perfect relationship or marriage. I like movies really, but I’m not so much of a movie person when it comes down to it – I’m a writer and a reader and I can do both while listening to music or something else... Read More

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Onyew Bongos-Ikwue: Loving Umar – Episode 4 (Y! Fiction)

by Onyew Bongos-Ikwue “Yes, Umar, I am something without you. I am Omotayo Ladipo. And I will survive, somehow, because I know that I might not be worth as much as a lot of people, but I am worth more than Umar Hassan.” – Read Episode 1 of this compelling story [HERE] – Read Episode 2 of this... Read More

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Ebubedike Akabuwa: Unity in Chibok storm

by Ebubedike Akabuwa Contrary to some reports that it took the government two weeks to respond, the government responded promptly. The captain walked briskly around the scene. His men had cordoned off the area in a matter of minutes after the incident. They had become so good at it. And why not, he thought? They... Read More

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Orji Aka Uka: Can a man rape his wife? (Y! Legal)

by Orji Aka Uka In the final analysis, the poser, can a man rape his wife has to be answered in the negative as far as Nigeria is concerned In my days as a law student, it was always refreshing to watch with amazement how some of my colleagues, right from year one, had the... Read More

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Suraj Oyewale: The limits of salaried-job bashing (Y! FrontPage)

by Suraj Oyewale I have seen some young graduates and prospective graduates vowing they can never work for anyone and they will go straight into entrepreneurship. Good one, if you have the idea. But managing businesses most times goes beyond the theories we read in those materials and the smooth talk of the self-employment advocates. ... Read More

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Emirates joins Airlines in suspending flights to Ebola-hit countries

by Tunji Andrews Emirates has joined airlines such as Nigeria’s Arik in suspending flights to West African countries heavily hit by the Ebola epidemic as the Dubai carrier announced that it was from Saturday suspending flights to Guinea until further notice. Nigeria’s Arik Air, which flies to a number of international destinations including London, last... Read More

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Dangote makes Africa’s largest single investment in rice production

by Tunji Andrews Africa’s richest man and king capitalist, Alhaji Aliko Dangote has pledged to invest $1 billion (N165 billion) in Nigeria’s commercial rice farming; making it the largest single investment ever made in rice production on the continent. The investment will see the establishment of two modern integrated rice mills. They will both... Read More

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Woman stones one of her twin babies to death (PICTURED)

by S’ola Filani A mentally challenged woman in Aba, Abia State, gave birth to a set of female twins on a heap of refuse at the weekend and stoned one to death. According to reports, the woman in her mid 20s delivered in the wee hours of Saturday without any assistance on top of a... Read More

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Nigeria LNG Prize for Literature holds book reading for longlisted authors (PHOTOS)

by Kolapo Olapoju The Committee For Relevant Art (CORA), held its sixth annual Book Party for the authors longlisted for the 2014 Nigeria LNG Prize for Literature at the Federal Palace Hotel on Victoria Island on Sunday, 3 August, 2014. Nollywood veteran Nobert Young was there to lend support to the longlisted authors who include; John Friday Abba,... Read More

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Guess what famous Pastor’s daughter-in-law rocked this revealing swimwear

by Kolapo Olapoju If y’all can wear bikini, why complain when a famous pastor’s daughter-in-law rocks one. Dorothy Jeneba Kamara is HOT in this leopard print beachwear, and we have no complaints whatsoever. But guess what? She just recently got married to the fella holding her, Tomi Ashimolowo, son of KICC’s Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo. The... Read More

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#TheYNaijaInterview: I am not the most expensive producer in Nigeria- Cobhams Asuquo

by Wilfred Okichie The super talented producer and musician who currently divides his time between Nigeria and Houston, Texas was in the country to attend to the various issues demanding his attention. As a record label boss, artiste, producer and business man, his life has been one of inspiration and his career has blossomed admirably,... Read More

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“FIFA’s corruption sickens me, Blatter is a dictator” – Lineker is not holding back

by Mark Bassey Former England and Barcelona striker, Gary Lineker, has expressed his disgust and anger at the corruption within FIFA and called the decision to award the 2022 World Cup to Qatar “ludicrous”. Lineker was part of the England bid team for the 2018 tournament, which was eventually awarded to Russia and said the... Read More

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See the celeb fashion at Dr. Sid’s wedding

by S’ola Filani Mavin Records artiste, Dr Sid and his fiancee Simi Osomo, tied the knot on Saturday in Lagos. As expected, the guest list was star studded with Tiwa Savage, Don Jazzy, Toke Makimwa, Tee Billz, Banky W, Toolz, Fade Ogunro, Comedian Eddie Kadi being just some of the celebs spotted at the lavish... Read More

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Van Gaal is ready for unwanted players

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Louis van Gaal has said he will hold face-to-face meetings with the Manchester United players that will leave, as the club rounds off its US tour. Javier ‘Chicharito’ Hernandez, Wilfried Zaha, Shinji Kagawa, Marouane Fellaini and Anderson, are some of the players rumoured to be on their way out of Old Trafford.... Read More

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Mxit is in Nigeria: Start chatting with the data-light social network right away!

by Kolapo Olapoju Have you started using Mxit? This is the latest social media network that you need to get on right away! Did you know that Mxit was created in South Africa and is a uniquely African social network? As such, it is optimized for local users and gives users an experience that is rich... Read More

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Rubbin’ Minds host, Ebuka meets his Nollywood hero! Guess who? (LOOK)

by Kolapo Olapoju Rubbin minds presenter, Ebuka Uchendu has several fans, but he’s a fan too. He shared on his Instagram page a photo of himself and Nollywood veteran, Chiwetalu Agu at a restaurant. He added the caption, “Met my #Nollywood #Hero and couldn’t stop cheesing. None better than Chiwetalu Agu. Absolute #Legend” We love... Read More

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Abati responds to reports that GEJ’s aides will be screened for Ebola

by Kolapo Olapoju The president’s spokesman, Dr. Reuben Abati has denied reports that President Goodluck Jonathan’s delegation to the United States for the African/American Leaders Summit was screened for exposure to the dreaded Ebola virus on arrival at Washington DC. Although members of the President’s advanced team arrived the US on Friday and Saturday, Jonathan... Read More

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Nigerians want to know, who are these ghosts?

by Emmanuel Chidiogo Fraudulent staff on our government’s payroll, also known as Ghost Workers, have over the years cost Nigeria billions of Naira. Some months ago, the presidency announced that about 56,000 cases of ghost workers had been eliminated from the public service. Eyebrows have been raised over the ghost workers scam of about N118.9... Read More

Demola Rewaju: Aregbesola should lose, but he won’t (Y! Politico)

by Demola Rewaju Aregbesola insisted from Day One on being addressed as ‘Ogbeni’ (Mister)…perhaps to make us forget he once referred to himself as an Engineer while he was the Commissioner for Works in Lagos state. Aregbesola should lose but he is not Fayemi; and Omisore is not Fayose. In the thick of the 2011... Read More

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#RonaldNzimoraTalksBuiness: Investing in the stock market is for idiots (Y! Business)

by Ronald Nzimora Gather all the cash you have, get a bottle of kerosene and a box of matches. Pour the kerosene on the cash, and then light a match to it. You’ll derive better pleasure seeing your money burn than you will ever hearing about the value evaporating over the news. Are you... Read More

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Psquare’s Peter Okoye threatens to disgrace bank on Friday (READ)

by S’ola Filani Fan of exposing all things personal on social media, Psquare’s Peter Okoye has threatened to expose one of the top banks in Nigeria – whom he has been banking with the financial institution for six years – for defrauding him of money believed to be millions of naira. Although, he didn’t share... Read More

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