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October 11, 2020

#EndSARSprotests, Elisha Abbo’s court appeal, women getting harassed at protests and other things that happened this week

With each new week, the internet gives us a new reason to talk, to be privy to recent developments, and most importantly to share our point of view on these developments. Whether it be a snarky jab at the feminist movement or a monumental move towards inclusivity for people with disabilities, there is always something... Read More
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October 11, 2020

#YNaijaEndSARSupdates: These are the churches weighing in on #EndSARS and it’s a good omen

Call it a revolution, the #EndSARS now worldwide protest is one that many Nigerians are not backing out on. As the call for an end to police brutality and extra-judicial killings by the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) and the police at large gains momentum, many key players are now lending their voices to the cause.... Read More
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October 10, 2020

#YNaijaEndSARSupdates: Ycee leads Amuwo residents in movement against #PoliceBrutality | An Eye-witness account

The #EndSARS movement in the country, which has prompted thousands of Nigerian youth to come out and protest police brutality seems to be gathering steam each day. Since Thursday, when Runtown and Falz led the second batch of protests in Lekki, more and more districts in different states across Nigeria are holding their own #EndSARS... Read More
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October 10, 2020

#YNaijaEndSARSupdates: International celebrities are lending their voices to the #EndSARS protest and we love it

The struggle to end oppression in any given society is not a one-man struggle; it belongs to everyone who has the milk of human kindness flowing in their veins – red, yellow, black or white. Nigeria’s youth, through the #EndSARS protest, have shown resilience in the struggle to end the oppression of the masses by... Read More
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October 10, 2020

#YNaijaEndSARSupdates: Burna Boy finally joins the #EndSARS movement with ‘Project Protect’

  At the present, the world all over has become aware of #EndSARS movement. What was rebuked as mere social media rant which would soon die down like many a hash tag has now translated into a full-blown nationwide demonstration. Even celebrities who were often accused of shying away from real physical action have joined... Read More
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October 10, 2020

Aisha Yesufu blows hot on Security agents

Co-founder of the Bring Back Our Girls (BBOG) Movement, Aisha Yesufu has called out Security agents over incessant killings and abduction of innocent Nigerians. She made this known during the Coalition for Revolution October 1 Protest to demand the reversal of anti-people policies implemented by the President Muhammadu Buhari-led administration.
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October 10, 2020

#YNaijaEndSARSupdates: The distractions are crawling out but here’s why we must focus on the problem at hand

As the heat around the #EndSARS intensifies, there is the conversation around the reason why people are protesting and calling for a permanent end to the Federal Special Anti-Robbery Squad (FSARS). Some say it is for clout, others claim it is from a genuine place of concern for progress. Force PRO, DCP Frank Mba in... Read More
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October 10, 2020

#RevolutionNow virtual protest, Green Worship Live Concert, Dodorowski’s Art Exhibition 2020…See YNaija’s Top 10 Events for September

Due to the pandemic, entertainers and Nigerians alike had to adjust to an indoor lifestyle and most events have moved to the virtual sphere. Gradually, we are beginning to attain a sense of normalcy and some of the major events have now moved to the physical sphere. We compiled a top ten list of both... Read More
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October 9, 2020

#EndSARSprotests: Day 3 signals an undaunting movement against Police brutality | The #YNaijaCover

You could taste it in the air. Today was not like every other day. Nigerians had had enough. The protests had started on Wednesday as people took to the streets and social media to demand the disbandment of the police unit, Federal Special Anti-Robbery Squad (FSARS). Subsequent protests on Thursday were led by notable personalities... Read More
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October 9, 2020

Lion Stream, Burna’s new album, NTA’s #EndSARS coverage | 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. We don’t speak ill of the dead 🙏🏽🙏🏽 https://t.co/KDY6chOwba... Read More
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October 9, 2020

#YNaijaEndSARSupdates: The movement is going global and every voice at this time counts

The #EndSARS protests has brought with it, mixed reactions among Nigerians and business organisations as well. While many people and some brands alike see it as an opportunity to end police brutality and oppression of Nigerians, others prefer to stay mute about it, due to their affiliations with certain brands and associations. Reactions: Cuppy implied... Read More
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October 9, 2020

#YNaijaEndSARSupdates: The voices against #PoliceBrutality are increasing and division is counter-productive

“We are only as strong as we are united, as weak as we are divided.” –  JK Rowling Considering the current crises Nigerians are faced with; that famous quote from the author of the popular book series, Harry Potter, can’t be anymore relevant. At a time like this where the presumably ‘lazy Nigerian youths’ have... Read More
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October 9, 2020

#YNaijaEndSARSupdates: The NBA is the latest to join the #EndSARS campaign and it comes with a support initiative

Indeed, the revolution against tyranny and bad governance may just have begun, as the Nigeria Bar Association (NBA) joins in the fight for a disbandment of the rogue unit of the Police, pledging their support for the #EndSARS protesters. Olumide Akpata, President of the NBA, Thursday, took to his Twitter handle to condemn the constant... Read More
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October 9, 2020

Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers Limited introduces Additional Voluntary Contribution

A voluntary contribution, also known as Voluntary Pension Scheme (VPS) implies that employees with Retirement Savings Accounts (RSA) have the free will to make additional annual voluntary contributions, up to certain Internal Revenue Service (IRS) approved levels. It is a personalised saving also regarded as an investment driver for providing radical support for life after retirement.... Read More
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October 9, 2020

Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG) announces Fourth Cohort Of AIG Scholarship Recipients

Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG) has announced the recipients of the 2020/2021 round of the AIG Scholarships, the organisation’s fully funded scholarship programme for young, outstanding West Africans with a passion for public service. Every year, since 2017, AIG has made available at least five scholarships to talented West Africans from all academic backgrounds, who... Read More
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October 9, 2020

N50m Compensation Appeal: Does Elisha Abbo understand the gravity of his actions or he just doesn’t care?

News making the round yesterday revealed that Elisha Abbo, the lawmaker representing Adamawa North Senatorial District, that was caught on camera assaulting a woman in a sex shop in Abuja, is appealing the N50 million settlement an FCT High Court ordered him to pay to his victim on September 28. Amongst the several reasons that... Read More
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October 9, 2020

#EndSARS: Cuppy’s tweet exposes a lot; including the insensitivity of elites towards a cycle of oppression

The public out rage against the Nigerian Police Force for the numerous and wide spread instances of police brutality all over the country is long overdue. But as the saying goes, ‘better late than never,’ and it is encouraging to see young Nigerians exercising their right to facilitate change. However, movements like this can be... Read More
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October 9, 2020

The #EndSARSprotests could just be the beginning of the end to bad governance in Nigeria

The youth are the driving force of change in every society. Ironically, they are the most neglected group of society often stripped of their rights and denied the opportunity to effect meaningful change in society. The Nigerian youth have had a fair share of this treatment but it appears that change, at last, is underway.... Read More
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October 9, 2020

#OndoDecides2020: YIAGA Africa calls INEC’s attention to notorious blind spots known for rigging in riverine areas

It’s hours to the October 10, Ondo Governorship Election and expectations are high on not just the outcome of the polls but the process leading to same. For any true lover of democracy, the process is as important as the outcome. One of such democracy champions is The Youth Initiative for Advocacy, Growth and Advancement... Read More
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October 9, 2020

Feedback Friday: “It blessed my life this morning” | The Daily Vulnerable

Fellow traveller, here are some feedback we’ve gotten from this community. Keep sending us how relatable (or not) the experiences of others are, what you are rumbling with and how it all can be better. We feel the kindness of your heart in the words you share, and we read every email.  In response to: Avoid... Read More
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October 9, 2020

Governor Makinde lambasts Fayose over alleged Ondo attack, FG releases new guidelines for #SchoolsReopening | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

The Federal Government has issued new guidelines for the reopening of schools across the country. Sani Aliyu, National Coordinator of the Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19, stated at a media briefing on Thursday that many factors, including the capacity of schools to limit the spread of infection and communication strategies for disseminating information on... Read More
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October 8, 2020

#FGNBudget2021: Apparently, COVID-19 has not done much to show FG that healthcare needs urgent attention | #budget2021

In every functional society, healthcare is given priority due to its importance in the scheme of things. Quality healthcare is non-negotiable and must be made available for the wellbeing of the people. Unfortunately, Nigerian leaders do not seem to care much about this because they can go on medical tourism to access the best healthcare... Read More
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October 8, 2020

#FGNBudget2021: ₦124bn for NASS compared to other sectors sends too many messages | #budget2021

In the spirit of early presentation, early approval and early and full implementation, President Muhammadu Buhari has presented the 2021 national budget to a joint session of the National Assembly Thursday morning. And, seeing that the budget highlights the Federal Government’s consistent leaning towards wastage, Nigerians are already speaking out. Let's reduce cost of governance... Read More
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October 8, 2020

Falz and Runtown rise up to the occasion; lead anti-SARS protest | #TheYNaijaCover

Nigerian entertainers, Folarin Falana, also known as Falz, and Douglas Jack Agu, better known by his stage name Runtown, have led a protest in Lagos against Police brutality and extortion; calling for the total disbandment of the Federal Special Anti-Robbery Squad (FSARS) and reform of the Nigerian Police. Although the protest had started on Wednesday... Read More
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October 8, 2020

Burna Boy’s type of Fela, iPhone 11 Pro Apology, Longest romantic walk | 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: Learn to say Sorry like this.🐸🐸🐸 pic.twitter.com/EUvNkkwpQh — BigDrippo☔️ (@itsBigDrip)... Read More
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