5 Things that Should Matter Today: ”The Set Up” hitting N21 million in 5 days is another reason you should see the movie

Niyi Akinmolayan’s latest offering The Set Up is dominating the box office in Nigeria and Ghana, scoring a record of N21 million having just spent five days in cinemas. Why this is remarkable is because the movie is having a healthy run despite the presence of Hollywood blockbluster Hobbs & Shaw, which hits theaters a... Read More

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Aitku's son-in-law, El-Zakzaky, lasg, Niyi Akinmolayan, STEM, The Set Up

August 15, 2019

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We See You: @Adebo_ogund on 32-year-old Commissioner, @cchukudebelu on voters choice and others

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 issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: Congratulations to the 32-year-old Seun Asamu, the new Oyo State... Read More

5 Things that Should Matter Today: President Buhari, who has never held himself accountable, sets ”clear implementation targets” for incoming ministers

Lately, President Buhari has been making orders and tweaks to his government. The latest is the mandate that the incoming ministers, before they are sworn in, will have clear implementation targets attached to their respective portfolios: The incoming Ministers, who will be sworn in next week, will receive clear implementation targets tied to their portfolios.... Read More

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Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Buhari, China, Clear implementation targets, Incoming ministers, Nigerian Correctional Service, Toyin Abraham

August 14, 2019

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We See You: @julietkego on protection of all Nigerian children, @Chydee on plagiarism and more

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 issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: 3 attitudes destroying humanity Attacking people to defend ‘God’ Attacking people... Read More

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Frank Donga, Juliet Kego, Nicholas Ibekwe, We See You

August 14, 2019

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5 Things that Should Matter Today: Can we talk about ”The Lion King” becoming the highest-grossing animated film of all time?

Ever since Disney’s live-action remake of The Lion King was released in theaters last month, I have been monitoring its box office numbers as it steadily increased. I kept thinking – why are people seeing this movie? Is it because of Beyonce? Then it dawned on me that it was nostalgia, and it is the... Read More

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Beyoncé, Buhari, disney, Mr Eazi, PDP BoT chairman, The Lion King

August 13, 2019

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We See You: @cuppymusic, @AyoBankole, @MBuhari, others

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 issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: 80% of Nigerian people don’t like me… Good thing we have... Read More

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Ayo Bankole, Cuppy music, M Buhari, We See You

August 13, 2019

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#BBNaija 2019: We rank the DJs that have played at the Saturday night parties

Last night the DJ saved my life, the song goes, but watching different DJs perform on this season of BBNaija over a course of seven weeks has proved that not all DJs will save you. In fact, they might just let you die. For the housemates, Saturday nights are for house parties and surplus alcohol,... Read More

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BBNaija2019, DJ Big N, Dj Kaywise, DJ Lambo, DJ Neptune, DJ Sose, DJ Xclusive, DJs

August 13, 2019

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5 Things that Should Matter Today: Guess who will be on ‘The Daily Show’ with Trevor Noah? Burna Boy!

The Daily Show with Trevor Noah rolled out its guest list for this week, and current Afrobeats sensation Burna Boy will be having a chat with Noah today. Burna Boy was on Jimmy Kimmel Live! last month to herald the release of his fifth studio album African Giant and, amid positive reviews, the media tour... Read More

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Burna boy, DJ Arafat, Dr. Yakubu Nura, Leo Dasilva, The Daily Show, trevor noah

August 12, 2019

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We See You: @EniolaHu, @ozzyetomi, @SirLeoBDasilva, others

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 issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: Everyday, I engage xtians who call me atheist cos I oppose... Read More

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EniolaHu, Ozzy Etomi, SirLeoBDasilva, We See You

August 12, 2019

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Here are the top 10 influencers of the month

My bias against Nigerian social media influencers is always justified when I’m on Twitter and I see them tweeting something homophobic, misogynistic, sexist or colourist. For some of them, it’s their modus operandi, and because Nigerians are willing receptacles for bigoted messaging that aligns with their beliefs, these influencers owe their popularity and internet fame... Read More

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Denola Grey, Dr. Ola Brown, Fisayo Fosudo, Maraji, Ogbeni Dipo, Ssis Yemmie, Temisan Emmanuel, The Delphinator, Top 10 Influencers of the month

August 12, 2019

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5 Things that Should Matter Today: Nothing says misplaced priorities than the government saying it’s going to make Tekno a scapegoat

Deliberate or not, Tekno has been piggybacking off the viral moment created two weeks ago, when he was found at the Lekki toll gate shooting a music video in a see-through van with semi-nude women. Swiftly, the display was condemned by the Lagos state government for ”indecent public exposure” for which Tekno apologised on his... Read More

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5 Things that Should Matter Today, nigerians, South African, Tekno, xenophobic attacks

August 11, 2019

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Here are the best Nigerian articles of the week

Each week here at YNaija, we round up the best Nigerian writing on the internet, highlighting the stories, profiles, interviews and in-depth reporting that rise above the daily churn. Here are the ones that caught our attention: Patriarchy and the Limits of Feminism’s transformative power – Joshua Segun-Lean ”Our willingness to consider the severity of sexual... Read More

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Akwaeke Emezi, Astor George, Eromo Egbejule, Here are the best Nigerian articles of the week, Joshua Segun-Lean

August 9, 2019

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We See You: @AndyMadaki, @fkabudu, @glory_osei, others

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 issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: I thought Lagos drivers were crazy but they’ve hit my car twice... Read More

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August 9, 2019

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Here are the top 5 movies we are most looking forward to

2019 has been a weirdly surprising year for Nollywood, the first six months saturated with terrible movies that I don’t even know where to begin, while the other half has the potential to be the polar opposite. Filmmakers like Imoh Imoren has churned out four movie trailers this year already, two of which look compelling.... Read More

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Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, locked, Malika: Warrior Queen, Muna, Oloture, The Set Up

August 9, 2019

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5 Things that Should Matter Today: Finally, ”Stay With Me” author Ayọ̀bámi Adébáyọ̀ is the winner of the 2018 9mobile Prize for Literature

Just when I thought we will never get to see a winner announced for the 2018 9mobile Prize for Literature, the telecommunication company recently revealed that Stay With Me author Ayobami Adebayo is the recipient of the award. Adebayo gets the cash prize of 15,000 pounds, and a 4-month fellowship at the University of East... Read More

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2018 9mobile Prize for Literature, Arit Okpo, Ayobami Adebayo, cnn african voices, seun ajayi, Stay with me, The Lost Okoroshi

August 8, 2019

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We See You: @julietkego, @realFFK, @Ziziian, others

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 issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: Pastor [begins to speak in tongues]: kalazoo kalazam spropopos skrapaboos… Congregration [fired... Read More

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Femi Kayode, Juliet Ego, We See You

August 8, 2019

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5 Things that Should Matter Today: The feud between Africans and African Americans is a pointless exercise

The discord between Africans and African Americans was resurrected recently, when a Hispanic woman posted a picture of herself in braids on Twitter and thought of herself as ”beautiful.” Sure, this drew criticisms from the African American community, especially women who have existed with hair discrimination and told that their natural hair and braids and... Read More

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African Americans, Africans, Children of Blood and Bone, Disney/Fox, EFCC, Kay Oyegun, Kenyan MP, Maurice Iwu, Parliament, Tomi Adeyemi, Zulekha Hassan

August 7, 2019

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We See You: @your_stepdad, @adeyanjudeji, @is_salsu, others

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 issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: Can’t wait to be a Nigerian billionaire so I can write... Read More

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Busola Dakolo, Sally, We See You, Your Step Dad

August 7, 2019

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5 Things that Should Matter Today: Busola Dakolo says she was forced by the police to sign a document countering her rape case against Pastor Fatoyinbo

In the latest development in the Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo rape saga, Busola Dakolo has revealed in an interview with the Guardian UK that she was forced the police at gunpoint to sign a document countering her rape allegations against Fatoyinbo, senior pastor of the Commonwealth of Zion Assembly (COZA). Recall that weeks ago, the police... Read More

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Agege, Hollywood movies, Nollywood movies, Sweet Codeine, Tekno, toni morrison

August 6, 2019

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We See You: @AfroVII, @DrJoeAbah, @sugabelly, others

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 issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: The President doesn’t engage enough with citizens. For some reason, he seems... Read More

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@amasonic, Suga Belly, We See You

August 6, 2019

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#BBNaija 2019: A ranking of your favourite housemates for the week. Guess who is at number 1?

With Jeff evicted on Sunday night and hence thinning the number of housemates in the house, this season of Big Brother Naija geared towards another not-so-surprising twist yesterday – no housemate was put for eviction this week and so everyone can breathe a sigh of relief. That said, in this piece, we rank your favourite housemates... Read More

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Big Brother Naija, Gedoni, ike, Khafi, Mercy, Mike, Omashola, Seyi, Tacha

August 6, 2019

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5 Things that Should Matter Today: Funke Akindele’s directorial debut ”Your Excellency” is a political comedy driven by social media

Funke Akindele will make her directorial debut in collaboration with EbonyLife Films, a political comedy titled Your Excellency and driven by social media. Akindele has been one of the industry’s tastemakers in accessible comedy, so much so that it literally sticks to her real persona. With her popular television series Jenifa’s Diary which introduced her... Read More

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5, Aisha Yesufu, BBNaija, big brother, Funke Akindele, Islamic teacher, Mo Abudu, VAT

August 5, 2019

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We See You: Frodd, Oby Ezekwesili, Aproko Doctor, others

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 issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we we saw today: I just watched a @PoliceNG official calling a gathering of citizens... Read More

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Aproko Doctor, Oby Ezekwesili, Ogbeni Dipo, Today's Noisemakers

August 5, 2019

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5 Things that Should Matter Today: BamBam and Teddy A are on their way to becoming the first #BBNaija married couple

As far as BamBam is concerned, Teddy A has finally put a ring on it [cues in Beyoncé’s Single Ladies]. On Sunday, social media was awash with congratulatory messages for BamBam and Teddy A, who are now officially engaged to each other. The ring was a cute little rock encircling BamBam’s finger, and we can... Read More

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BamBam, BBNaija, Fatoyinbo, sowore, Teddy A, Tekno

August 4, 2019

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Here are the best Nigerian articles of the week

Each week here at YNaija, we round up the best Nigerian writing on the internet, highlighting the stories, profiles, interviews and in-depth reporting that rise above the daily churn. Here are the ones that caught our attention: Period pains: How monthly cycle keeps young girls out of school and kills their dreams – Kolapo Olapoju... Read More

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Astor George, ayodeji rotinwa, Burna boy, Business Day, David Hundeyin, Joey Akan, Mr Eazi, Nigeria's local production complex, Saratu Abiola, The Fader, TheCable, What It's Like To Have Your Penis Stolen, Zikoko

August 2, 2019

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We See You: @DonJazzy, @Uchejombo, @RealSeunKuti, others

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 issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here’s a roundup of the best we saw today: What can the Don do for you? #TalkToTheDon pic.twitter.com/zPWIGrxFNQ... Read More

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seun kuti, Uche Jombo

August 2, 2019

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5 Things that Should Matter Today: We hope Cindy would be the last new #BBNaija housemate

During the Thursday night presentation, a new housemate came into the house. Cindy, she calls herself, and the housemates weren’t exactly surprised to see her in the lounge when they returned from the presentation. Except Khafi who warmly welcomed her. This is the twist that the show is currently revelling in, and it was cute... Read More

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African Action Congress (ACC), BBNaija, boko haram, Buhari, Cindy, netflix, Omoyele Sowore, Wall Street Journal

August 1, 2019

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We See You: Miss Igho, Jidenna, Akin Alabi, others

Every day on the internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here’s a roundup of the best we saw today: This is what you should say. This is what you... Read More

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Akin Alabi, Jidenna, Miss Igho, We See You

August 1, 2019

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5 Things that Should Matter Today: #BBNaija star and rape survivor BamBam is proving we can overcome rape stigma

Big Brother Naija alum and actress Bamike Olawunmi aka BamBam was the latest celebrity guest on NdaniTV’s 37 Questions, and frankly the interview was seamless fun from the moment she walked into the clothing store and browsing through clothes. There’s a certain quirky charm to BamBam which I’m only just noticing, so quietly confident in... Read More

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BamBam, Buhari, Insecurity, Military

May 30, 2019

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YNaija Presents: The 100 most influential people in Nigerian Politics

Editor’s Note: As part of YNaija’s commitment to contributing to the National discussion on politics and its place in furthering Nigeria’s fortunes, we commissioned Alexander Onukwue, who has worked extensively with our organization as political correspondent and commentator to select 100 of the most influential political players operating in 2019’s political landscape. It was important... Read More

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5 Things that Should Matter Today: ”The Set Up” hitting N21 million in 5 days is another reason you should see the movie

We See You: @Adebo_ogund on 32-year-old Commissioner, @cchukudebelu on voters choice and others

5 Things that Should Matter Today: President Buhari, who has never held himself accountable, sets ”clear implementation targets” for incoming ministers

We See You: @julietkego on protection of all Nigerian children, @Chydee on plagiarism and more

5 Things that Should Matter Today: Can we talk about ”The Lion King” becoming the highest-grossing animated film of all time?

We See You: @cuppymusic, @AyoBankole, @MBuhari, others

#BBNaija 2019: We rank the DJs that have played at the Saturday night parties

5 Things that Should Matter Today: Guess who will be on ‘The Daily Show’ with Trevor Noah? Burna Boy!

We See You: @EniolaHu, @ozzyetomi, @SirLeoBDasilva, others

Here are the top 10 influencers of the month

5 Things that Should Matter Today: Nothing says misplaced priorities than the government saying it’s going to make Tekno a scapegoat

Here are the best Nigerian articles of the week

We See You: @AndyMadaki, @fkabudu, @glory_osei, others

Here are the top 5 movies we are most looking forward to

5 Things that Should Matter Today: Finally, ”Stay With Me” author Ayọ̀bámi Adébáyọ̀ is the winner of the 2018 9mobile Prize for Literature

We See You: @julietkego, @realFFK, @Ziziian, others

5 Things that Should Matter Today: The feud between Africans and African Americans is a pointless exercise

We See You: @your_stepdad, @adeyanjudeji, @is_salsu, others

5 Things that Should Matter Today: Busola Dakolo says she was forced by the police to sign a document countering her rape case against Pastor Fatoyinbo

We See You: @AfroVII, @DrJoeAbah, @sugabelly, others

#BBNaija 2019: A ranking of your favourite housemates for the week. Guess who is at number 1?

5 Things that Should Matter Today: Funke Akindele’s directorial debut ”Your Excellency” is a political comedy driven by social media

We See You: Frodd, Oby Ezekwesili, Aproko Doctor, others

5 Things that Should Matter Today: BamBam and Teddy A are on their way to becoming the first #BBNaija married couple

Here are the best Nigerian articles of the week

We See You: @DonJazzy, @Uchejombo, @RealSeunKuti, others

5 Things that Should Matter Today: We hope Cindy would be the last new #BBNaija housemate

We See You: Miss Igho, Jidenna, Akin Alabi, others

5 Things that Should Matter Today: #BBNaija star and rape survivor BamBam is proving we can overcome rape stigma

YNaija Presents: The 100 most influential people in Nigerian Politics

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