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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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Nigerian-born British actress, Wunmi Mosaku basks in her BAFTA award
by Rachel Ogbu Nigerian-born British actress, Wunmi Mosaku born as Oluwunmi Olapeju Mosaku, has won her first British Academy Television Award (BAFTA). She received the accolade for Best Supporting Actress…
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Just In: Gambia freezes ex-leader Jammeh’s assets
by Azeez Adeniyi Gambia's justice minister on Monday said former leader, Yahya Jammeh stole $50 million from a state telecoms company. The minister, Abubacarr Tambadou said a court order has…
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Trump becomes first sitting US President to visit Western Wall
by Itunuoluwa Adebo President Trump visited Jerusalem's Western Wall, Monday making him the first sitting US President to visit the Holy Site in history. The Western Wall is one of…
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FRSC intercepts vehicle conveying Indian hemp
by Azeez Adeniyi The Federal Road Safety Corps' patrol team has impounded a vehicle conveying a large quantity of Indian hemp into the country at the Badagry Seme border. The Head, Media…
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Muslim groups call for shift of NYSC orientation till after Ramadan
by Omoleye Omoruyi Da’Wah Co-Ordination Coordination council of Nigeria, a coalition of Muslim groups, has asked that the Acting President, Yemi Osinbajo, to shift the date for the planned National…
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The Thread: Melania “curves” Trump in Israel [WATCH]
President Trump and the First Lady, Melania Trump have been on an international tour around the world. His first stop was Saudi Arabia, where he signed stayed for two days.…
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Vera Ezimora: Be careful who you do play-play husband & wife with
by Vera Ezimora Last week, BankyW broke the Nigerian internet when he announced his engagement to Adesua. Then over the weekend, the introduction happened. Nigerians are so excited about Banky’s…
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FUTA reinstates suspended bursar
The Federal University of Technology governing council has reinstated the suspended bursar of the institution, Emmanuel Oresegun. The Minister of Education, Mallam Adamu Adamu had suspended Oresegun and the Vice Chancellor, Prof.…
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Man, 31, beats parents for their inability to provide him food
by Omoleye Omoruyi Mohammed Luqman, 31, was on Monday, arraigned at the Grade 1 Area Court at Karu in Abuja, for allegedly beating up his parents. The parents, Musa and Amina…
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Police arrest 50 pro-Biafra agitators in Ebonyi
by Azeez Adeniyi The Police in Ebonyi has arrested at least fifty pro-Biafra agitators during a rally in in Abakaliki. The agitators were reportedly arrested while moving towards Ohaukwu, the gateway…
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Buhari’s #MadeInNigeria drugs: Why we all pounced on Lai Mohammed
by Ayomide Ekerin I feel sorry for Lai. Sometimes I picture his face whenever Nigerians take him to the cleaners on social media concerning something he said—or didn’t say. I…
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[The Church Blog]: What’s this thing with Holy Ghost fire?
Brothers and sisters, still in the mood of prayer, you would lift up your hands into the third heavens and shout like you really want God to listen to you…
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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