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December 1, 2020

The idea of mercenaries suggests the military needs new ideas on war against insurgency

Even though insurgency has almost become synonymous with Borno State, the recent tragedy which struck renewed calls and clamours for significant action against a terror sect which had been “technically defeated” a number of times but still manages to ravage North-Eastern states.  At least 43 farmers were gruesomely executed on their rice plantation and it... Read More
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December 1, 2020

This Twitter video underscores why political offices must cease to serve as poverty alleviation scheme

A trending video on Twitter on Tuesday, sparked conversations around political office holders and their penchant for living large at the expense of the masses. The man in the video seen pushing a truck says he had served as a councillor in Lagos, during the General Ibrahim Babangida regime, disclosing also that he earned N500... Read More
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Freedom of Information Project
December 1, 2020

The Future Project is set to launch the Freedom of Information (FOI) Project to encourage transparency in governance

As part of their goal to solve the continent’s largest issues, The Future Project is set to launch the Freedom of Information (FOI) project – a campaign aimed at encouraging accountability and transparency in government. The novel project sheds light on the Freedom of Information Act (FOI Act) 2011. This legislation gives Nigerians the right... Read More
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Lai Mohammed
December 1, 2020

Boko Haram: For many reasons, we are seemingly losing the war but peddling rhetorics is worse among them

Fresh off the controversy that followed a statement made by Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed on a visit to Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom, where he was reported to have said, “Nigeria has made attempts to acquire better and more effective platforms to deal with terrorists and for one reason or the other... Read More
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December 1, 2020

Niger Republic: It’s about time Maina’s abettors were brought to book too

The news of Abdulrasheed Maina’s arrest is making the rounds and causing much buzz among Nigerians. The former Chairman of the Pension Reform Task Team (PRTT), who is allegedly facing a 12-count money laundering charge filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), was reportedly arrested in the Niger Republic on Monday. The arrest was said... Read More
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December 1, 2020

SERAP, BudgIT increase demand for accountability and it’s the perfect inspiration for active citizenship

There appears to be increased scrutiny of institutions of government in Nigeria, which is as natural in democracy as is breathing to human life. But Nigeria is anything but natural, and the welcomed scrutiny is a breath of fresh air and very needful for the country’s 20-year strong civilian democracy. Nigeria is a country with... Read More
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HIV/AIDS
December 1, 2020

#WorldAIDSDay2020: Nigerians share their experiences about living with HIV and fighting stigma

There are 1.9 million Nigerians living with HIV, according to a 2019 survey by the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS). While this is a worrying figure, Nigeria has obliterated nearly all spaces in discussing HIV stigma which has showed to kill faster than the virus itself. Chalk it up to a culture that... Read More
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December 1, 2020

Zabarmari Killings: UN withdraws claim 110 died in Boko Haram attack | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Zabarmari Killings: UN withdraws claim 110 died in Boko Haram attack The United Nations on Monday recanted an earlier claim that 110 farmers were killed by suspected Boko Haram insurgents in Zabarmari community, Borno State. On Sunday evening, the UN issued a statement which quoted the head of the UN System in Nigeria, Edward Kallon, saying that at least... Read More
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November 30, 2020

‘I’m human’: Buhari’s aide explains comments on Borno killings, reveals a deeper issue | The #YNaijaCover

Cruel. Wicked. Callous. These are the words that were thrown at the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, after his insensitive comments on the massacre of citizens in Borno State. On Sunday, news became public that massive killings had taken place in the village of Koshobe and other rural... Read More
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November 30, 2020

Garba Shehu takes insensitivity to another level with comments on death of Borno farmers

The Nigerian media space was plunged into another period of mourning when scores of Borno farmers were reportedly killed by members of terror sect, Boko Haram in Zabarmari, a community in Jere Local Government Area of Borno State.  The farmers, who were in the process of harvesting their crops when their heads were separated from... Read More
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November 30, 2020

More than ever; here’s why we should be exploring multiple sources of power supply

The Federal Government is making moves to install five million solar home systems in under-served and off-grid communities across the country in the coming week. Laolu Akande, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Publicity in the Office of the Vice President; disclosed this on Monday.  About 25 million Nigerians are expected to benefit from... Read More
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La Casera
November 30, 2020

The La Casera Company crowned biggest Achievers of the Year with multiple wins at the 2020 Brandcom Awards

Barely five weeks after winning multiple awards for marketing excellence, The La Casera Company was further recognised by clinching five (5) major awards at the just concluded Brandcom awards. The prestigious awards comes off the back of several business initiatives that have seen the company improve its performance, making 2020 a successful year for the... Read More
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November 30, 2020

“Woman on a mission to disrupt the energy sector”, Ogutu Okudo emerges winner of the coveted Young Person of the Year Prize at The Future Awards Africa 2020

Seven extraordinary individuals including innovators, activists and entrepreneurs from across Africa were shortlisted for The Future Awards Africa 2020 Young Person of… The post “Woman on a mission to disrupt the energy sector”, Ogutu Okudo emerges winner of the coveted Young Person of the Year Prize at The Future Awards Africa 2020 appeared first on... Read More
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Public Eye
November 30, 2020

“Children are dying and being molested. People need to spend their lives in jail, and you’ll see, this culture will disappear.” – Mr James Ibor on Public Eye

On Sunday, November 29, 2020, Funmi Iyanda had a conversation about sex slavery in the Keyi community of Cross River State with The Project Director Vision Spring Initiatives, Mrs Ngozi Nwosu -Juba, The Principal Council Basic Rights Council Initiative (BRCI), Mr James Ibor Esq. and the Former Lagos (now Kano) Zonal Commander of NAPTIP, Mr... Read More
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Niniola
November 30, 2020

YouTube’s Africa Creators Week has ended, but we can’t forget Niniola’s soulful performance

Last week, YouTube held its first virtual Africa Creators Week to engage, inspire and educate African creators to grow on the platform. It ended with a 2-hour livestream spotlighting artistes from the continent like Sauti Sol, Reekado Bankz, Sho Madjozi, and others. Nigeria’s afrohouse dynamite Niniola, riding on the wave of her sophomore album Colours... Read More
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November 30, 2020

Zabarmari: Why Nigeria’s Service Chiefs must be replaced urgently

When we speak of the heightened level of insecurity in Nigeria, it is at the risk of sounding like a broken record. Sadly, this is the reality in the country today. Insecurity is at its peak, and that is why citizens are demanding that the Buhari Administration replaces the Service Chiefs who have failed time... Read More
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November 30, 2020

Diatom Impact pushes for Women’s Participation in Politics

In many African societies, women’s participation in development efforts, decision-making and politics is low. The national average of women’s political participation in Nigeria has remained 6.7% in elective and appointive positions, which is far below the global average of 22.5%, Africa regional average of 23.4% and West African sub-regional average of 15%.Studies show that increasing... Read More
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November 30, 2020

Nigerians to pay N4,000 monthly for solar system -Presidency, Lagos destroys 1,700 shops, shanties in Agege | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Nigerians to pay N4,000 monthly for solar system -Presidency An estimated 25 million Nigerians, beneficiaries from the Federal Government’s Solar Home Systems that commences this week, will be expected to pay about N4,000 monthly, the Presidency has said. The Senior Special Assistant to the Vice President on Media and Publicity, Laolu Akande, revealed this in... Read More
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November 29, 2020

“There is nothing in the present political system that young people can learn from” | Panelists discuss at The Diversity Summit 2020

On Saturday, The Future Awards Africa (TFAA), held its first-ever TV and digital edition of The Diversity Summit, incorporating a series of panel discussions covering a number of topics inclusion, equality, spirituality, identity, capitalism, environment, special needs and human rights. The Summit which brought together over 100 of the most influential voices and thinkers across... Read More
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Ogutu Okudo
November 29, 2020

“Woman on a mission to disrupt the energy sector”, Ogutu Okudo emerges winner of the coveted Young Person of the Year Prize at The Future Awards Africa 2020

Seven extraordinary individuals including innovators, activists and entrepreneurs from across Africa were shortlisted for The Future Awards Africa 2020 Young Person of the Year prize. This year, the awards received over 1500 entries for this prize from over 30 African countries. Of those shortlisted, the top candidates were selected as nominees. A Pan-African judging panel... Read More
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November 29, 2020

Living as a non-binary person in Nigeria, Period sex– the best Nigerian articles of the week

Each week here at YNaija, we round up the best Nigerian writing on the internet, highlighting the stories, profiles, interviews and in-depth reporting that rise above the daily churn. Here are the ones that caught our attention: Olubiyi Oluwatobiloba: Àgbà And The Art Of Entertainment- Michael Bamidele It has been good reviews so far. I... Read More
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