Africa is proud of Okonjo-Iweala and Harris but is the society ready for what their careers demand?

Lagos Business School ranked among top 40 on 2020 Better World MBA ranking

Africa’s top provider of management education, Lagos Business School (LBS) has been ranked among top 40 business schools in Corporate Knights’ 2020 Better World MBA Ranking. The Corporate Knights’ Better World MBA Ranking evaluates the degree to which business school programmes integrate sustainability knowledge and skills into business education. It also evaluates accredited MBA programmes... Read More

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Confidence Staveley: “If Nigeria is the ‘cyber-crime capital’ of the world, it could also be the cyber-security capital of the world…”

On Sunday, November 8, 2020, the CEO of the award-winning technology-solutions provider, InfoGraphics Nigeria, Chinenye Mba-Uzoukwu, a forensic investigator with 9 years of experience, Avril Eyewu-Edero, and the founder of #NoGoFallMaga, Confidence Staveley, appeared on Public Eye with Funmi Iyanda. The second episode of Funmi Iyanda’s talk show focused on cyber-crime and its crippling effect... Read More

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Lawsuit against #EndSARS promoters: Eye-service, mischief or hands of Esau?

Nigerians have seen all sorts of “drama” at play in the aftermath of the #EndSARS protest. While the government is busy freezing bank accounts of prominent #EndSARS promoters and seizing the passports of some; one Kenechukwu Okeke, a supposed Human Rights Activist, is filing a lawsuit against fifty prominent Nigerians who lent their voices and resources in... Read More

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CBN accuses #EndSARS campaigners of terrorism, NYSC members to enjoy health insurance | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

CBN accuses #EndSARS campaigners of terrorism Following the freezing of the accounts of 20 #EndSARS campaigners, the Federal Government has told a Federal High Court in Abuja that the funds in their accounts might have been linked to terrorist activities. This is according to a written address in support of a motion ex parte filed... Read More

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From the notorious Hisbah Corps to crimes of blasphemy, there’s much to talk about | #TheYNaijaCover

Reports became public on Monday that the Kano State Hisbah Board had destroyed 1,975,000 bottles of beer, worth over N200 million within the Kano metropolis. Why? Because alcohol is forbidden in Islam. According to Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, represented by his Deputy, Dr Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna, the consumption of alcohol and all other intoxicants could... Read More

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From #EndSARS to Structural Political and Economic Change

By Kingsley Moghalu “The youth of a nation are the trustees of posterity”— Benjamin Disraeli, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, 1874-1880 “Blessed are the young, for they shall inherit the national debt”— Herbert Hoover, 31st President of the United States The recent peaceful protests by thousands of young Nigerians demanding an end to police... Read More

#EndSARS, belarus, Black Lives Matter protests, George Floyd

Make no mistakes about it; the EFCC needs urgent ‘sanctification’ too

When we examine the approach to governance in Nigeria, we would realise that a lot of things have gone wrong in the system and are in urgent need of repairs. For those who knew little or nothing about police brutality in Nigeria, the #EndSARS protest was more of an eye-opener to the rot in the police... Read More

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Ogoni 9: 25 years later and the very essence of Ken Saro-Wiwa’s struggle still lives with us

Through out Nigeria’s 60-year history, one problem has remained prevalent; managing to find its way through decades and decades of political modifications, from military rule to democratic rule, back to military rule and finally our fourth republic – the issue of tyranny. The modus operandi of any working society (at least democratic) should be that... Read More

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Nengi is bringing her ‘Ninjas’ to the cinemas for the remake of Rattlesnake

It’s been a rough couple of months for Nigerians, and a good past time at this point would be greatly welcomed. Fortunately, we have just that, as Actor/Director Ramsey Nouah is set to release his sophomore classic movie remake: Rattlesnake The Ahanna story. The movie is set to touch on the largely relatable theme of... Read More

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DJ Switch fleeing for safety is proof that the government has misplaced priorities on issues of national security

With the current situation of things in the aftermath of the #EndSARS protest, one may think Nigeria is back to the military era. Not only have many young Nigerians been reportedly arrested for demanding good governance and an end to police brutality, some others have had to flee the country due to several death threats... Read More

DJ Switch, Obianuju Catherine Udeh

‘It was better I tried it and failed, than not to do it at all and live in regret’ – Nigerian Fashion Designer Mai Atafo tells #WithChude

On this week’s episode of #WithChude, Nigeria’s leading Fashion Designer, Mai Atafo, opens up to host and founder of Joy, Inc., Chude Jideonwo, about his transition from being one of the top Brand Managers in the country to one of Nigeria’s finest fashion designers after his daring move into the fashion industry. Speaking on why... Read More

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Afropolis.org gathers 90 Nigerian artistes from 30 cities at home and abroad to commemorate Chinua Achebe @ 90

Chinua Achebe was born on November 16, 1930 in Ogidi village, Anambra, Nigeria. He meant different things to different artistes in different disciplines. Thus, we have put together an interdisciplinary exploration of the things he gave his life’s works to as a commemoration of his 90th posthumous birthday. This two-day gathering billed for 15 and 16... Read More

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WASSCE to begin Nov 30 for private candidates —WAEC, Ahmed Mu’azu now Acting INEC chairman | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

WASSCE to begin Nov 30 for private candidates —WAEC The West African Examinations Council, on Monday, announced the postponement of the 2020 West African Senior School Certificate Examination for private candidates in Nigeria. Head of Public Affairs, WAEC Nigeria, Mr Demianus Ojijeogu, announced this development in a statement; stating that the examination would now commence... Read More

AbdurRahman Ado Musa, Bashir Ali Yusuf, Ibrahim Ali Alhassan, Muhammad Ibrahim Isa, Saleh Yusuf Adamu, Surajo Abubakar Muhammad

Exposed! : 6 Nigerians convicted in UAE for allegedly funding Boko Haram | #TheYNaijaCover

Social media was abuzz when news of the conviction of six Nigerians over their alleged funding of insurgent group, Boko Haram, made it to the internet. The accused, Surajo Abubakar Muhammad and Saleh Yusuf Adamu, were sentenced to life imprisonment while the remaining four, Ibrahim Ali Alhassan, AbdurRahman Ado Musa, Bashir Ali Yusuf and Muhammad... Read More

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DJ Switch in Canada, #AmbitiousErica Vs Icons, Lord Lugard and Fiona Shaw | Funny tweets we saw from Nigerians today

Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here’s a roundup of the best we saw: 1. Nigeria till New York calls out to me! 2.... Read More

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The Kano government may be imposing Sharia law on non-Muslims and we’re worried

Reports indicate that the Kano State Hisbah Board has destroyed well over 1,975,000 bottles of beer- worth over N200 million. Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, represented by his Deputy Nasiru Gawuna during the destruction exercise at Kalebawa in Dawakin Tofa Local Government, said that the consumption of alcohol and other intoxicants is forbidden in Islam. In... Read More

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Here’s how ‘Made in Lagos’ album has fared since its release

It is barely two weeks since Ayodeji Balogun, the famous Wizkid, dropped ‘Made in Lagos,’ his fourth studio album. To say that it was all frenzy when the much anticipated album was made available would be an understatement. Social media trends and discourses were disrupted during the first days of the album release and reviews... Read More

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Review: Brymo uses new EP to fight off ‘Libel’ and depression

The reputation of Brymo, born Olawale Ashimi, has never been in doubt when it comes to wit, depth of content as well as consistency. Since announcing entry into the music industry with a feature on ‘Oleku’ and personal single, ‘Ara,’ Brymo has gone on to record not less than seven studio albums, among several other... Read More

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Buba Galadima may be described as a “bitter old man,” but he has a point

According to recent reports, a former ally of President Muhammadu Buhari, Buba Galadima, Sunday, has said the Buhari regime is setting the stage for a revolution. Mr. Galadima stated this during an interview with journalists, and his statement has since sparked divergent reactions among Nigerians, with some describing him as a “bitter old man.” According... Read More

#EndSARS, Buba Galadima, Revolution

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Geely Holding Group brands and people recognised at the 2020 Autocar Magazine Awards

As Exclusive Partner of Geely Automotive in Nigeria, Mikano International Limited is proud to congratulate Geely Holdings Group on the recent awards and trophies added to their accolades. Geely Holding Group Executives and subsidiary Brands have won accolades at the 2020 Autocar Awards held in London, UK; where automotive industry achievements from the past 12... Read More

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Icons outdo themselves as they gift Laycon N12M Benz

The Big Brother Naija fans this year continue to prove that they are no joke. The logic behind the love they have shown their favourite housemates is, at this point, hard to explain; but such is the sort of star power the Big Brother Naija platform creates. The rivalry between these separate fan bases has... Read More

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Why a Nigerian is born an activist whether they like it or not

Modupe Odele, one of the young Nigerians at the forefront of the #EndSARS agitation and a coordinator of the Legal Defense team, recently tweeted the following words: “Seeing many publications describe me as an “activist” makes me feel uncomfortable. It is like this title which you have to take up by force simply because you... Read More

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Lekki Shooting: Protesters were happy to see us, Army tells Lagos panel, There isn’t enough evidence to prosecute 33 indicted SARS operatives – Malami | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Lekki shooting: Protesters were happy to see us, army tells Lagos panel The 65 Battalion of the Nigerian Army, the formation accused of opening fire on peaceful protesters in the October 20 Lekki shooting, has said soldiers only fired blank ammunitions at protesters and that protesters were happy to see them. In a petition submitted... Read More

The Thread: Why Buhari cannot congratulate Joe Biden | #EndSARS

About 15 hours ago, Joe Biden was announced US President-elect after days of predictions and teasing moments. No one could determine who will lead the country at the beginning of the votes, it seemed like a close race. But then, numbers starting changing on the graph and more eyes turned to Biden. As expected –... Read More

Donald Turmp, Joe Biden, Muhammadu Buhari

Sam Adeyemi, Mo Abudu, Lola Shoneyin, Don Jazzy, others make the list of The Future Awards Africa Prize for Service to Young People…voting starts immediately

Africa’s biggest youth awards, The Future Awards Africa (TFAA), has unveiled the nominees for its only category open to public voting, The Future Awards Africa Prize for Service to Young People. The category, a first in the Awards’ 15-year history, recognises outstanding individuals (aged below 55 years) who support young people with their time, experience... Read More

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FULL LIST: Rema, Jemima Osunde, Mr Macaroni, Odunayo Eweniyi, others make The Future Awards Africa nominees list

As the kick-off date of The Future Awards Africa‘s (TFAA) first-ever 3-day digital festival draws near, the Central Working Committee has announced this year’s nominees for all the twenty award categories. The Awards will be celebrating, per tradition, the achievements of young Africans who have excelled brilliantly in the past year. Among the list of... Read More

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Sinach, Nathaniel Bassey, TY Bello | Meet YNaija’s Top 10 Gospel Artistes for October

Gospel music in Nigeria has come along way from the Panam Percy Paul epoch, and the evangelism of the gospel through mainly native tongue music. Like any other genre, Nigerian Gospel music has evolved with influences from pop and rock and jazz, evolving into different soundscapes. The gospel artistes (Ministers) have been mascots of Nigerian music, making... Read More

Quit notice to Fagba shanty dwellers may escalate the problem

The Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences Taskforce Sunday, November 8, 2020, through the Head of Public Affairs of the task force, Taofiq Adebayo, issued a seven-day quit notice to residents of the shanties at Fagba on Abbatior Road in Oko-Oba, Agege, Lagos – claiming that the illegal structures were home to hoodlums who had destroyed property... Read More

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Lekki-Ikoyi tollgate concessions + other headlines

Army General agrees #LekkiShooting happened, reveals more details

It was George Washington who said that the “truth will ultimately prevail where there are pains to bring it to light.” This aptly captures the events surrounding the #LekkiMassacre. Despite several attempts by the government to change the narrative of the #LekkiMassacre, overwhelming evidence has come to light to show how the truth can only... Read More