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September 9, 2017

The Thread: The hypocrisy of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs

Articles have been written, Twitter threads have been spun about the injustice meted out by the Federal Government to the Islamic sect, Shiites. In fact, calls are still being made to the FG to release their leader, El Zakzaky, who still remains incarcerated despite a court order to the contrary. Based on these antecedents, Nicholas... Read More
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September 9, 2017

Only ill-health will stop Buhari from contesting in 2019 – Amosun

Ogun State governor, Ibikunke Amodun has said only ill- health will stop President Muhammadu Buhari from seeking re-election in 2019. The governor stated this in Abeokuta shortly after attending a book launch put together to mark the one year anniversary of the death of renowned educationist, Chief Lamidi Sofenwa. Amosun said the President has done... Read More
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September 9, 2017

Ghosts voted for the opposition | South African President Zuma says

South President Jacob Zuma has said his party, the African National Congress (ANC) lost the elections in the Western Cape because ‘ghosts voted.’ According to HUFFPOST, Zuma said the Democratic Alliance (DA) used witchcraft to remain in power. “I don’t know where they get the luck to win here because people in the majority are... Read More
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September 9, 2017

Osinbajo has nothing to do with group campaigning for him – Presidency

The Presidency has distanced Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo from a group campaigning to stand as presidential candidate in the 2019 election. The group on its website pits Osinbajo against President Muhammadu Buhari. The group said, “Note that Osinbajo did not endorse this volunteer group. We have never met him. We are strong believers in the fact that... Read More
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September 9, 2017

The Thread: All Nigeria’s best Governors are in her past

It’s not yet election season, but it sure feels like it, what with Political Twitter Nigeria blowing up over the possibility of Atiku emerging as President. In the spirit of the season, foremost military analyst @beegeaglesblog decided to take on the individuals currently occupying the position of governor in Nigeria today. He put them side... Read More
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September 9, 2017

How we stopped terrorists from attacking Abuja, six other states – DSS

The Department of State Services (DSS) on Saturday said suspected terrorists planned to conduct shootings and suicide bombings on selected six states and the Federal Capital Territory during the just concluded Eid- Kabir celebration. The security service said the plan was spearheaded by Islamic State of West Africa terrorists. Spokesperson for the DSS, Mr. Tony... Read More
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Anthony Joshua
September 9, 2017

Anthony Joshua (of course he’s Nigerian), Seni Saraki, Lucy Ejike… see the #YNaijaPowerList2017 for Sports

by Wilfred Okiche For the sixth consecutive year, YNaija brings you its annual ranking of the most powerful young persons under the age of 40 who are getting things done in the sporting world. From elite athletes to top flight footballers and sports administrators and these 10 fellows are doing the country proud. Seni Saraki... Read More
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September 9, 2017

Peregrino Brimah: Itse Sagay – A rare gem in the midst of brash stones

by Peregrino Brimah I understand when I am referred to as an insatiable and indomitable critic. With Nigeria so far behind, I take no prisoners when condemning mediocre officials and the wicked cabal. However, when I do spot men of exemplary character every now and then, I actually do rain praises on them. Itse Sagay is... Read More
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September 9, 2017

‘Boko Haram insurgents attack IDPs camp in Borno’

Boko Haram insurgents on Friday reportedly attacked an Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) camp in Gamboru Ngala local government area of Borno state, TheCable reports. According to the news medium, the insurgents stormed the camp in two Hilux trucks at about 11pm. Bamus Garba, an eyewitness said the insurgents attacked the camp from the rear, firing... Read More
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September 9, 2017

Senate will consider accelerated passage of Occupational Safety Bill – Saraki

Senate President Bukola Saraki has said the upper chamber will accelerate the consideration of the Occupational Safety and Health Bill (SB. 200), after resumption. Saraki announced this in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Yusuph Olaniyonu on Saturday in Abuja. “The Occupational Safety Bill, which has gone through second reading, will... Read More
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September 9, 2017

31,000 police officers to be recruited; $2bn spent on IDPs | The 5 numbers that mattered this week

31,000 – The Inspector General of Police, Ibrahim Idris has said that the Nigerian Police Force would recruit this number of officers annually to solve the problem of shortage in the force. 223 – The number of people that have been killed in Boko Haram attacks in North-East Nigeria between April and now, according to... Read More
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September 9, 2017

Opinion: A reality check on Nigeria’s Health Insurance Scheme

by M. M. Alhaji Access to quality healthcare is one of the fundamental human rights listed by the World Health Organization (WHO). Nigeria, being a signatory and member of the WHO, is thus bound to provide its citizens quality healthcare. Consequently, National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) was established in 2004 with the mandate of ensuring... Read More
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September 9, 2017

Who was Don Williams? | The ‘Gentle Giant’ of country music

On Friday night, news of the death of legendary country music singer, Don Williams spread to our part of the world. He was said to have passed on after “a short illness”. All the major news sites that reported his death had a common denominator in the first few lines of their articles. Rolling Stone... Read More
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September 9, 2017

Deji Adeyanju, Terkimbi Ikyange, Tony Nwulu…See the #YNaijaPowerList2017 for Politics

by Wilfred Okiche For the sixth consecutive year, YNaija brings you its annual ranking of the most powerful young persons under the age of 40 who are getting things done in the political arena. From high powered legislators passing landmark bills to special assistants advocating for inclusion. These 10 aren’t afraid to get their hands... Read More
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