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February 8, 2012

Factory78tv Video: @MrOluMaintain’s “NAWTi” interview – Talks about Kentro split, Oprah & music

by Seyi Lawal Afro-Pop artiste, Olu Maintain visited the Factory78tv studio recently. The popular “Yahoozee” singer stopped over in the UK to discuss his long overdue return to the music scene and his much talked about song and video “NAWTi.” They discusses everything from his hiatus from the industry, the real reasons behind Kentro world’s split, reported... Read More
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February 8, 2012

Last Week on Rubbin’ Minds: How long till another ASUU strike?

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Last Sunday on Rubbin’ Minds, we tackled the subject of ASUU and its incessant strikes. We took a critical look at the vicious cycle of these strikes – will this “suspension” stop the cycle in its tracks or is it temporary band-aid until the next action is called, led on by the dysfunctional nature... Read More
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February 8, 2012

#InCaseYouMissedIt: “The worst lead poisoning epidemic in modern history” – The situation in Zamfara

by Human Rights Watch Thousands of children in northern Nigeria need immediate medical treatment and dozens of villages remain contaminated two years into the worst lead poisoning epidemic in modern history, Human Rights Watch said today while releasing a video on the issue. Four hundred children have died, according to official estimates, yet environmental cleanup... Read More
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February 7, 2012

President Jonathan appoints Ribadu, Agbakoba, Ituah Ighodalo, others into task force on petroleum revenue – See Full List of Members

by Hauwa Gambo The federal goverment has announced the membership of a task force to monitor petroleum revenue, following the fuel subsidy removal crisis. “Consistent with the policies and promises of President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan’s Administration, and underpinned by the yearnings of the people of Nigeria for transparency in the Petroleum Industry, the Honourable Minister... Read More
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February 7, 2012

Young & Nigerian: Energy, Ideas and Impact – Meet the inspiring Ifeanyi Orajaka

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Ifeanyi Orajaka is a corper who has won a UNDP project competition. He is the youngest of the winners of the Access Challenge. He started the Renewable Energy project when he was in school and has won several awards. What’s your educational background? I am a graduate of Electrical/ Electronics Engineering (Communication Engineering Elective) from the... Read More
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February 7, 2012

Scene! “Creative Focus” – See photos from its second annual exhibition

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Creative Focus is a social enterprise powered by Urban Dice Designs, owned by Omowunmi Imoukhuede. The platform is a spring board that showcases creative and growing innovative businesses in Nigeria, in a relaxed atmosphere that engenders positive interactions and feedbacks between the exhibitors and the general public. Part of the proceeds of the sales... Read More
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February 7, 2012

BREAKING: Bomb blasts rock barracks in Kaduna

by Hauwa Gambo Twin bomb blasts have been reported at 1 Mechanised Division of the Nigerian Army in Kaduna. No organisation has taken responsibility yet for the blasts, which follow yesterday’s Kano explosions, claimed by the Boko Haram sect. Details are sketchy, but YNaija continues to monitor developments. UPDATE 1: The police has officially confirmed... Read More
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February 7, 2012

Respected economist, Sam Aluko is dead

by Chi Ibe Only a day after respected diplomat and former minister Matthew Mbu passed, it has been confirmed that Professor Sam Aluko is dead, aged 83. The late Aluko, one of Nigeria’s foremost economists died in the UK earlier today at the age of 83.Most renowned for his idea which introduced the Petroleum Trust... Read More
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February 7, 2012

“Nigeria’s six arms of government? Executive, Legislature, Cabals, Protesters, Judiciary and Terrorists” – all in last week’s news… with a pinch of salt

 by Stanley Azuakola Nigeria’s six arms do battle Nigeria’s six arms of government -executive, legislature, cabals, protesters, judiciary and terrorists- have been engaged in a weekly battle for supremacy over which arm would dominate the news headlines. At the turn of the New Year, the executive gained the upper hand when they removed the subsidy... Read More
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February 7, 2012

The YNaija Job Hub: “Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited -Trainee Geoscientist” plus 2 more

Here, every other day, you’ll find the latest jobs in Nigeria. Please Note: To apply for any of the jobs below, click on the job of your choice, do not reply! Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited: Trainee Geoscientist Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited: Commercial Advisor Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited: Experienced Specialist Geoscientist Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited: Trainee... Read More
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February 7, 2012

A peep into the UN Youth Employment Report: Youth perspectives on the pursuit of decent work in changing times

By Rachel Ogbu Summary of the news from UN World Youth Report The report reveals that young people are worried about the quality and relevance of their education. For the first time, inputs gathered from young people around the world through an extensive online consultation form the core of the World Youth Report, entitled Youth... Read More
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February 6, 2012

Report: Boko Haram strikes in Kano today

by Hauwa Gambo Boko Haram, the Islamist sect that has unsettled the nation, has reportedly attacked a police station in the Sharada area of Kano today. This attack has happened in spite of a curfew imposed about a month ago following deadly attacks. According to reports, residents confirm that a gunfight between the sect and... Read More
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