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September 23, 2020

#YNaijaSportsExtra: Irony as presumably racist sports brand; NASCAR gets a black owner

The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing; Nascar, an American auto racing company, gets a new outlook as it welcomes its second black owner. Basketball legend and native of South Carolina, Michael Jordan, decided to pay homage to his country boy heritage by investing in a league that is a huge part of his... Read More
Deep Dive, The Sports Blog
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September 23, 2020

Damilola Odufuwa: ‘Women-only spaces are vital to surviving a patriarchal world’ | YNaija Special Series on #RapeCulture

“It is very lonely being a feminist. It is very lonely being the odd one that thinks differently about the role of women in society. Knowing that there are other people like you, that think like you and will support you is very healing for whatever emotional, mental trauma that you might have…”   Damilola... Read More
Counter Culture Blog, Specials
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September 23, 2020

Meet the finalists; Vee the catalyst | #YNaijaBBNFinale Special

Victoria Adeleye, popularly known as Vee, is a 23-year-old Brit with a large of chunk of Nigerianness in her. She got into the house on launch night promising to bring the heat, and has done that in her unique way. Vee highlighted her British background from day one, but reassured the audience that deep down... Read More
Reality TV, The Media Blog
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Xenophobia
September 23, 2020

South Africans are planning a nationwide ‘clean up’ and the dirt is Nigeria | #23SeptemberCleanSA

If you walked into South African Twitter, what you will see is #PutSouthAfricansFirst, #NigeriansMustGo, #ForeignersVacateOurJobs – an understanding that South Africans are complaining about the state of their economy, losing job opportunities to foreigners, and blaming certain social vices like drug trafficking on foreigners. For South Africans, it has reached a tipping point and the almost... Read More
Deep Dive, Editor's Pick
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September 23, 2020

Inherited grudge, selfish nature | What’s the reason people do not spend quality time with their relatives?

It is a natural human instinct to socialise with others – to share thoughts, ideas, feelings, joyous moments, successes, failures, disappointments, etc, and with family and friends around, social activities are usually fun. Often times, a visit to extended family members helps in bonding the family. But have you ever wondered why some people rarely... Read More
Deep Dive, Thinking Through
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September 23, 2020

Profile: How Erica Nlewedim lost and won Big Brother Naija at the same time

“I’m the star of the show, with a few supporting characters of course.” On any other person not named Genevieve Nnaji or Rita Dominic, mouthing these words would seem like a tacky descent into the bowels of self-delusion. But for Ngozi ‘Erica’ Nlewedim, actress and reality television star, the words only felt oddly prescient. And... Read More
Reality TV, The Media Blog
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September 23, 2020

NLC declares nationwide protest over fuel price hike; Despite protests, FG forges ahead with Water Resources Bill | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has said that protests and strike action will commence, on Monday, across the country over the refusal of the federal government to reverse petrol prices and electricity tariff. NLC president, Ayuba Wabba, made the announcement after the National Executive Council of the congress, comprising the chairmen of the NLC in... Read More
Top Stories
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September 22, 2020

RED | For Africa CEO, Adebola Williams to lead conversation on digital safety at UNGA 75 with Swiss President, Vodafone CEO, amongst others

CEO and co-founder of RED | For Africa  Adebola Williams is set to moderate The United Nations’ Digital Cooperation Summit on Wednesday, 23 September 2020, at 4:30pm WAT. The event, themed ‘Action For Future Generations,’ will be a series of dynamic conversations between high-level speakers that will focus on finding concrete actions to ensure digital safety... Read More
Extra
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September 22, 2020

#YNaijaBBNGist: Ozo is on an even more impressive winning streak since his eviction

Last week, we were treated to one of the most entertaining media tours put together since evictions on the Big Brother Naija reality show commenced during the third week, courtesy of Kiddwaya.  This week, however, without even saying much, Ozo has already stolen that spotlight as a couple of media networks have landed an interview... Read More
Reality TV, The Media Blog
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September 22, 2020

Peter Obi, Okorocha, Kalu | Who stands a better chance for Nigeria’s 2023 Presidency?

The outcome of every election determines the fate of the nation or state it directly affects, that is why people weigh their options before choosing their political representatives. After the just-concluded Edo governorship election that was a subject of national debate, the focus might have shifted to Nigeria’s 2023 presidential election – even though the... Read More
Deep Dive, Thinking Through
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September 22, 2020

As insecurity worsens on Nigerian roads, our leaders would rather fly over our heads

“Strong accountability matters – and when it works, it benefits everyone. It enables people to know how the Government is doing, and how to gain redress when things go wrong. It ensures that ministers and civil servants are acting in the interests of the people that they serve.” – Institute for Government. Every government has... Read More
Deep Dive
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September 22, 2020

‘Why we must document and legitimise female desires’ – Interview with Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah | The YNaija Special Series on #RapeCulture

“I’m one of those people who believes that pre-colonial Africa was way more accepting of women’s sexuality and desire. We can see this in some of our traditional beliefs and practices.” – Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah   As part of the YNaija Special Series on Rape culture, our guest editor, Angel Nduka-Nwosu was in conversation with... Read More
Counter Culture Blog, Specials
September 22, 2020

#TIFF2020: David Oyelowo’s ‘The Water Man’ is a modest charmer

After delivering indelible performances in films like Selma and A United Kingdom, British-Nigerian actor David Oyelowo appeals to the child within for The Water Man, his Oprah Winfrey supported directorial debut. The Water Man continues Oyelowo’s exploration into grief and growing up as it arrives only months after his star turn alongside Angelina Jolie in... Read More
The Cutting Floor
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September 22, 2020

Investigation by BBC Africa Eye exposes real cause of Abule Ado explosion, APC National body accepts Edo election defeat | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

A BBC Africa Eye investigation has revealed the real cause of the explosion which occurred at Abule Ado in Amuwo Odofin local government area of Lagos state. Earlier in the year, about 23 people were killed and more than 50 houses were destroyed in the massive explosion, which the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) had... Read More
Top Stories
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September 21, 2020

Adieu APC? Senator Okorocha ‘reveals’ shocking state of party, following Obaseki’s victory | #TheYNaijaCover

The highly anticipated Edo election just came to a close over the weekend, with Governor Godwin Obaseki emerging victorious and extending his tenure as governor of Edo state for another four years. Several dramatic incidences led up to the governorship election, making it a heated and turbulent campaign process. It initially started with Obaseki’s defection... Read More
Cover Stories, Satire
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Funny Tweets
September 21, 2020

The Rema classroom influence, How to tell the truth and stay alive | 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. https://twitter.com/farouq_neutrino/status/1307975149518499841?s=20 If you’re a fan and don’t know the... Read More
Top Stories
September 21, 2020

“Our vision is to end unnecessary human suffering” | Time formalist, Olu Ogunlela solves problems one human at a time

We are addicted to telling stories at RED | Africa. We do this in as many forms as you can imagine, not just because we have the talent and skill, but because we know the streets, and know what the streets are saying. Therefore, we know the brightest individuals across industries – the ‘undergees‘ who... Read More
CifromRED, Editor's Pick, Share of Voice
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September 21, 2020

#TIFF2020Review: ‘I am Greta’ is an intimate yet puzzling profile of courage

2019 was the year that sixteen-year-old Swedish teenage climate activist, Greta Thunberg became a global icon. From inspiring climate change activists around the world, to dressing down a roomful of world leaders publicly at the United Nations Climate Action Summit in New York, to finishing the year as the TIME magazine person of the year,... Read More
The Cutting Floor
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September 21, 2020

Leaving leadership in the music business was like therapy for me – M.I Abaga

On this week’s episode of #WithChude,  award-winning hip-hop artist, producer, and former CEO of Chocolate City, Jude Abaga, popularly known as ‘M.I‘, discusses his journey through  music , rise to fame, scandals, and more with host and founder of Joy Inc., Chude Jideonwo. M.I who has over the years faced  bouts of criticisms  from fans,... Read More
Extra
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Inkblot Productions
September 21, 2020

Netflix partners with Inkblot Productions to produce untitled YA series

Since Netflix announced its partnership with INKBLOT productions to create a yet to be titled drama series today, many questions have been on the lips of fans:  ●      When will it air? ●      What role will Funke Akindele play? ●      Who exactly are Inkblot Productions and why did Netflix pick them to helm such a big project? Basically,... Read More
Partners
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September 21, 2020

Five talking points from Rochas Okorocha’s reaction to Obaseki’s electoral victory

The Edo election has come and (maybe not entirely) gone. Governor Godwin Obaseki of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) emerged winner, while Osagie Ize-Iyamu of the All Progressive Congress (APC) had the most votes after him. And, as is the usual manner, certain conversations have started, following the now different power dynamics in the state.... Read More
Deep Dive
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