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Buhari’s death will disintegrate the APC – PPA Chieftain
A former chieftain of the Progressives Peoples Alliance (PPA), Ndukwe Ikoh, has said that the death of Nigeria's President, Muhammadu Buhari, will end APC's existence. The former House of Representative…
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It is very unlikely that I’ll work under Sheriff – Wike
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike has said he would not work with Alui Modu Sheriff if the Supreme Court declares him Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Wike said…
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Reni Folawiyo, Muni Shonibare, Zainab Ashadu, Uche Nnaji, others to speak at the Lagos Leather Fair
The Lagos Leather Fair is set to hold June 3-4, 2017, at the Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. The fair presents a platform for guests to have an amazing…
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President Trump and other world powers in Italy for the G7 Summit
President Trump is in Sicily, Italy for a two-day Group of Seven summit where he plans to discuss terrorism, economic growth and world security with 6 of the world's most…
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Melaye’s anti-corruption book is a ‘cut and paste of newspaper articles’ – Sowore
Publisher of Sahara Reporters, Omoyele Sowore has said Senator Dino Melaye's anti-corruption book sold for N50,000 is cut and paste of newspaper articles. Sowore said this at the launch of Sahara Reporters’…
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Nigerian defender collapses and dies while training
A Kwara United left-back, Saka Azeez, has been confirmed dead after he slumped while training in Ilorin on Friday morning. Kwara United’s coach, John Obuh, according to the VON, revealed that the defender…
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Republican wins the Montana special elections despite punching reporter in the face
Republican Greg Gianforte won Montana's seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, Thursday, just after he was charged with "body slamming" a reporter who questioned him about the Republican healthcare…
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Fasting and prayer can make Nigeria great | Okupe disagrees with Osinbajo
Former special assistant to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, Doyin Okupe has said “God, fasting and prayer can make Nigeria great”. He said this while reacting to a statement by Acting President…
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Peregrino Brimah: Coup plotters circulating fresh propaganda about Buhari’s health
by Peregrino Brimah There is a very foolish propaganda campaign claiming Nigeria's president Muhammadu Buhari was poisoned, being spread in various forms on social media. Recently a fake so-called AlJazeera…
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[The Sexuality Blog]: It’s time we started telling young women to demand orgasms when they have sex
We don't talk enough about sex as Nigerians. Sure we sneak in a couple of pages of erotica every other hour while we're supposed to be hard at work, download…
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BREAKING: 23 dead, 25 injured in attack on Coptic Christians in Egypt
Gunmen have reportedly attacked a bus carrying Coptic Christians in Minya Province, South of the capital, Cairo, Egypt on Friday. The attack is said to have left 20 people dead,…
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[The Music Blog]: “Wavy Level” is an all familiar Olamide on a new wave
Of out of touch celebrities and superstar level artists who have outgrown the need for local support, Olamide falls into a class in-between. A prideful street music firebrand and flagbearer…
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FBI Russian spotlight lands on Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner
FBI's criminal probe of possible collusion of President Trump's campaign and the Russian government is turning the heat up on the President's son-in-law and Senior White House adviser Jared Kushner,who has been…
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The YNaija Cover this morning – the 26th of May
Follow these links to read our cover stories on YNaija today:
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You don’t have to apologise | Man gives three “reasons” Ariana Grande should move on
A father of three, Patrick Millsaps, has written an open letter to US singer, Ariana Grande, concerning the terror attack in Manchester on Monday. Millsaps, wrote the letter in response…
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Opinion: Who killed Serubawon, Isiaka Adeleke?
by abiodun KOMOLAFE “This thing of being a hero, about the main thing, is to know when to die. Prolonged death has ruined more men than it ever made.” -…
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‘Ortom de barrow’ | David Mark, Ortom continue war of words
Former Senate President, David Mark has blasted Benue governor, Samuel Ortom describing him as ‘Ortom de barrow’. The duo had been exchanging words after a picture of wheelbarrows allegedly distributed by…
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Opinion: I’m a HIV positive woman and I still have sex
by Mary Ero It is amazing how sex is a relatively taboo topic among PLWHA (or at least seems to be). Considering most of us acquired the disease through…
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Ambode sacks chaplain for ‘disrespecting’ wife
The presiding Chaplain of the Chapel of Christ the Light, Alausa, Lagos State, Venerable Femi Taiwo has been sacked by the Governing Council allegedly on the order of the state Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode,…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five stories you should monitor today. EBOLA: FG MAY SANCTION KENYA AIRWAYS FOR CONVEYING CORPSE FROM CONGO The Federal Government may sanction Kenya Airways for flying…
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Entertainment Roundup: I never thought I would be this celebrated – Funke Akindele-Bello | Davido announces ‘legendary record’ with Ycee | More stories
Catch up on the top stories that rocked the entertainment world throughout the weekend and others that unravelled while you slept – and are still buzzing this morning. Davido announces…
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‘I was not informed’ | Okorocha rejects daughter’s appointment
Imo State governor, Rochas Okorocha has rejected the appointment of his daughter, Uju Okorocha-Onwuka into the board of the Federal College of Education, (Tech), Omoku, Rivers State. Uju is married…
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PVCs: INEC accuses Gov Bello of double registration
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello registered twice for Permanent Voter Card, as against the electoral law. INEC’s National Commissioner and Chairman, Information…
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The YNaija Tracklist: How Jonathan shared N2bn each to PDP states – NEC | Senate scraps NNPC in new PIB bill | More stories
From the papers this morning - a tracklist. How Jonathan shared N2bn each to PDP states – NEC - YNaija 165 Nigerians voluntarily return from Libya - YNaija Senate scraps…
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We are developing a bill on ease of doing business – Osinbajo
Acting President Yemi Osinbajo said the presidency has developed a bill on the ease of doing business which will be presented to the National Assembly. Osinbajo said this on Thursday…
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Senate scraps NNPC in new PIB bill
The Senate on Thursday passed a part of the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB). One of the highlights of the bill was scrapping the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) and the…
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165 Nigerians voluntarily return from Libya
The International Organisation for Migration on Thursday helped 165 Nigerians voluntarily return from Libya. According to Punch, the returnees were transported aboard a NOUVELAIR aircraft with registration number TS-INA and…
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You should be more careful now that your location is known, Soyinka tells SaharaReporters
Nobel laureate, Wole Soyinka has advised online newspaper, SaharaReporters to exercise more caution now that its location is known. Soyinka said this on Thursday when the online newspaper launched its…
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EFCC seizes mansion, others from Jonathan’s godson
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has seized a mansion among other properties from George Turnah, a godson of former President Goodluck Jonathan, Punch reports. Turnah is currently on…
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How Jonathan shared N2bn each to PDP states – NEC
The National Economic Council (NEC) on Thursday said former President Goodluck Jonathan shared the Ecological Fund to states governed by the Peoples Democratic Party during his administration. The Council alleged…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy