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“Evil losers”! | Trump reacts to Manchester terror attack (WATCH)
by Omoleye Omoruyi United States President, Donald Trump, has, on Tuesday, reacted to the Manchester Arena terror attack, which killed 22, leaving 59 injured, including children. In his speech in…
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“One day we go get sense” | Ogundamisi tweets on Zimbabwean pastor who claims to have God’s phone number
by Omoleye Omoruyi Social media activist Kayode Ogundamisi posted a video on Twitter on Tuesday, showing a pastor who claims he has God's direct phone number. Kayode tweeted, "Africa my…
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Attacker detonated an “improvised explosive device” | 7 facts about Ariana Grande’s Manchester concert explosion
by Tolu Omoyeni 23-year-old multiple award winning American singer, Ariana Grande had just performed before thousands of her fans who packed the 21,000-capacity Manchester Arena for one of the…
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Former Gambian dictator, Jammeh, allegedly stole $50m
by Omoleye Omoruyi Another African president has been caught with his fingers in the country's cookie jar, allegedly. This time it's Gambia’s former president, Yahya Jammeh who has been reportedly…
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UPDATE: Children among those killed as Manchester attack victims rise to 22
by Omoleye Omoruyi Twenty-two people are now confirmed dead and 59 others injured in a suspected terror attack at Manchester Arena after an Ariana Grande concert. The suspected terror attack includes the…
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Here’s how the football and music worlds reacted to the Manchester Arena attack
by Dolapo Adelana On Monday the world was hit with another tragic event as 22 people were reportedly killed during a suspected attack in the United Kingdom. The attack which…
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[The Church Blog] Have you noticed the good work Pastor Poju Oyemade is doing on social media lately?
A whole lot has been happening on the social media scene recently which is making it increasingly hard to notice those with good content. It would seem that those who…
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YNaija Tracklist | Suspected terror attack reported in Manchester Arena | DPR to spend N828m on travels, others | More stories
From the papers this morning - a tracklist. Muslim groups call for shift of NYSC orientation to after Ramadan - YNaija Dasukigate: EFCC seizes 18 house from Dasuki associates -…
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Entertainment Roundup: Explosion kills 19, leaves 50 wounded at Ariana Grande’s Manchester concert, Tinubu funds repatriation of Moji Olaiya’s remains | More stories
Here are the top stories from yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept - and are still buzzing on Entertainment Roundup this Tuesday. Explosion kills 19, leaves scores wounded…
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2017 Budget: ‘We are studying the appropriation bill’ – Ministry
by Omoleye Omoruyi The Ministry of Budget and National Planning has said it is studying the 2017 Appropriation Bill presented to the Acting President, Yemi Osinbajo, on Friday, the Punch reports. The study…
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Reuben Abati: Buhari and the marabouts
by Reuben Abati “Have you read Lauretta Onochie’s latest post?” “Lauretta. Lauretta. Who is she?” “She is a social media assistant at the Presidency. She shoots straight and direct. She…
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“I am so sorry” | Ariana Grande heartbroken after Manchester Arena explosion
by Omoleye Omoruyi US singer, Ariana Grande, has expressed her shock following the suspected terrorist attack at the Manchester Arena during her concert. About 19 people are reported to have…
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19 dead, 50 injured in suspected terror attack after Ariana Grande’s concert at Manchester Arena
by Omoleye Omoruyi Nineteen people have been killed and about 50 injured in a suspected terror attack at Manchester Arena, BBC reports. The blast which happened on Monday followed a…
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2017 Budget: DPR to expend N828m for travels, others
by Omoleye Omoruyi The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR), is expected to spend N828.53 million on travels; local and international, software acquisition, research and development, fire prevention equipment, and others in 2017.…
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Pres. Trump denies “reports” that he named Israel source of sensitive information leaked
by Itunuoluwa Adebo President Trump, Monday, denied reportage that he leaked highly confidential information to Russia in Israel. According to CNN, Trump told reporters in Jerusalem, "Just so you understand, I…
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Dasukigate: EFCC seizes 18 houses from Dasuki’s associate
by Omoleye Omoruyi The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has, as reported seized 18 houses in an estate allegedly belonging to Alh. Aliyu Usman, an associate of the former…
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UK court awards Ibori £1 for unlawful detention
by Azeez Adeniyi A former governor of Delta state, James Ibori had been awarded £1 as compensation by a high court in London over his claim of unlawful detention by…
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On notorious Trump tape: It wasn’t ‘locker room talk’ -Billy Bush
by Itunuoluwa Adebo Acording to Politico, NBC host Billy Bush has refuted President Trump's apology concerning the viral “Access Hollywood” tape on which Trump described in lewd detail the perks of being a…
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[The Presidential Blog] We are keeping this receipt for Minister Kachikwu till 2019
Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Dr Ibe Kachikwu just went and promised, with no bidding from anyone, that he'll "walk away" from the government if Nigeria has not stopped…
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[The Legislative Blog]: Melaye and his cronies try to sing us into believing that they’re fighting corruption
We just came across a newly released video from Senator Dino Melaye's book launch that held last week. In case you missed it or you've just entirely erased that tiny…
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Fayose orders arrest of 7 youth for attacking herdsman
by Azeez Adeniyi Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose has ordered the release of seven youths for allegedly attacking an herdsman and killing four of his cows. Fayose spoke after meeting…
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Could Nigerian doctors be treating Buhari in the UK?
by Ayomide Ekerin Nigerian doctors are everywhere. They have always excelled anywhere. Nigeria should be proud that it is exporting quality hands, and they are out there in their droves…
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Fayose declares intention to complete aborted first tenure
by Azeez Adeniyi Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose on Monday said he would contest his impeachment from office during his first tenure. He said this while speaking at his monthly public…
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Uncle Lai needs to learn lessons on propaganda
by Ayomide Ekerin “You can fool all the people some of the time, and some of the people all the time, but you cannot fool all the people all the…
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This is why Lai Mohammed couldn’t have said Pres. Buhari is using Nigerian drugs in the UK
by Ayomide Ekerin The Minister of Information, Alhaji Lai Mohammed is a serious-minded man, who takes his job seriously. At a National Media Launch on Sunday, while performing his constitutional…
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I am the bona fide ruler of Lagos – Oba Akiolu
Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu on Monday appeared before an Ikeja High Court in a suit challenging his installment as the ruler of Lagos. Akiolu's emergence is being challenged by…
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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 22nd of May
Follow these links to read these stories and analyses on YNaija:
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Could President Buhari really be taking #MadeInNigeria drugs?
by Ayomide Ekerin In hospitals and other such places of medical care, two things bring healing to a sick man — Doctors and drugs. Yes, the doctors will always give…
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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversations today
These are the top five stories that drove conversations today. TRUMP BECOMES FIRST SITTING US PRESIDENT TO VISIT WESTERN WALL President Trump visited Jerusalem’s Western Wall, Monday making him the…
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Today’s Noisemakers: Ajax FC taunts Man United + Melania curves Trump
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 matters,…
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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