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Information Blackout: Protest by the Press is alarm on the danger of democracy without watchdogs
A glance at any newspaper stand across Nigeria on July 12 would have brought one striking observation - most of the newspapers in the country bore an identical frontpage -…
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Former President Obasanjo makes clarification about the party he belongs to | The #YNaijaCover
Spending eleven years at the apex political position in the land would be more than enough to elevate anyone from the lower echelons of the society to the very top.…
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First cattle, now dogs: Nigeria’s unending drama of fundamental animal rights | The #YNaijaCover
It's not every time one gets to see the Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation come out to tongue-lash people who would see to the restriction of cattle…
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LyingStar: Buhari’s INEC Commissioner Nominee and the screening saga | The #YNaijaCover
Lauretta Onochie, a Senior Special Assistant to the President on Social Media, appeared before the Senate Committee on Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Thursday. During her screening as National Commissioner…
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JAMBITE: Prof ‘Dibu Ojerinde and the alleged N900m fraud | The #YNaijaCover
Do you remember sometime in February 2018, when Philomina Chishe, an official of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) shockingly claimed that a snake swallowed N36million belonging to the…
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Sunday Igboho: ‘Extend same language and energy to bandits’ | The #YNaijaCover
The Nigerian media space has been turned into some form of amphitheatre in the last one week. With the arrest and re-arraignment of Nnamdi Kanu; Leader of the Indigenous Peoples…
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Kano Hisbah accuses mannequins of ‘sexual harassment’ because why not? | The #YNaijaCover
A happy new month to you if you are reading this outside Kano. Trust you had a stress free day. Again, this is if you are not a tailor, supermarket…
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The Game of Ambush: PDP loses 3rd Governor in 7 months to governing APC | The #YNaijaCover
If you live in Nigeria; especially in Christian-dominated areas of Southern Nigeria, it near certain that you would have heard the phrase; "It is Well!." The timing may not be…
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The Gut-Father: Mixed reactions trail #FathersDay message by female celebrities
First celebrated in West Virginia, U.S.A following the proposal by Grace Golden, daughter of a dedicated reverend, that a special Sunday service be held in honour of men (hundreds of…
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No Hoof, No Horse: Wole Soyinka warns of dire consequences for Nigeria without decentralisation | The #YNaijaCover
“Do I think Nigeria can continue as one? Not if it continues this way, not if it fails to decentralise; some people call it restructuring, others use whatever word. But…
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On NBC’s plan to license social media operations in Nigeria | The #YNaijaCover
Following the controversy that trailed the deletion of President Muhammadu Buhari's alleged genocidal tweet and its subsequent deletion by Twitter, the Nigerian Government appears resolute on exercising total control over…
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The Language Professor: Yet again, President Buhari to teach bandits “in the language they understand”| #YNaijaCover
Barely one week after President Muhammadu Buhari's statement in a tweet threatening to deal with members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) in “the language they understand,” he has…
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Court…Stand!: Relief as Nigerian Courts open after over 2-month old JUSUN strike | The #YNaijaCover
It's 9th June and there's some cheering news in Nigeria. Remember that absurdity that shouldn't have taken place in any serious democratic country in the world? Yes. Courts in the…
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Desperado: Malami, Lai Mohammed, the NBC and plans to enforce #TwitterBan in Nigeria | #YNaijaCover
“Subject as otherwise provided by this Constitution, a person shall not be convicted of a criminal offence unless that offence is defined and the penalty therefor is prescribed in a…
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Language 121: Between President Buhari and Twitter on the alleged ‘genocidal’ video | The #YNaijaCover
The last 72 hours have produced much drama about the infamous statement by President Muhammadu Buhari on the issue of handling violent agitations in the South East akin to what…
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Examining IPOB’s #SitAtHome order | The #YNaijaCover
With the worsening state of insecurity in Nigeria's South East, all attention appears to be currently focused on developments in the region. The activities of the Eastern Security Network (ESN),…
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Emeka and the Brain: Can FG’s 40m reflective jackets for ‘trekking school children’ prevent accidents? | #YNaijaCover
For anyone who is a great fan of online comedy (skits) in Nigeria, chances are high that you would have seen the comment "this country suppose be YouTube channel." Yes,…
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Chief Kindness Officer: Garba Shehu on Buhari’s absence at late COAS funeral | The #YNaijaCover
The furore over President Muhammadu Buhari's absence at the funeral ceremony of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Ibrahim Attahiru, on Saturday, is yet to settle. Although loyalists…
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NYSC: Clarion call or National Youth Stressful Corps? | The #YNaijaCover
For decades, the debate on the sustainability of the mandatory one-year National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has continued to fester and is obviously not going anywhere soon. Established through Decree…
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Calabar Rover: Governor Ben Ayade exits the PDP for his dream club | The #YNaijaCover
The Nigerian political climate experienced some mild drama on Thursday, as Cross River Governor Ben Ayade, made public his defection from the opposition People's Democratic Party (PDP) to the All…
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‘Second coming’ of Nigeria Air; to be or not to be ? | The #YNaijaCover
The Federal Government says the new national carrier, Nigeria Air is expected to start operation in the first quarter of 2022. This is as disclosed on Wednesday, by Aviation Minister,…
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Baa Baa Black Sheep: Buhari’s son-in-law declared wanted over $65m ‘fraud’ | The #YNaijaCover
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has declared a son-in-law to President Muhammadu Buhari, Gimba Yau Kumo, wanted over an alleged $65 million fraud. Kumo, a…
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Truth and Dare: The Father Mbaka/APC new dance. How low is too low? | The #YNaijaCover
This weekend may not be one of the most delightful for 'fiery cleric,' Father Ejike Mbaka, Spiritual Director of Adoration Ministry, Enugu, as he stepped on the venomous tails of President…
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First Laden: Remi Tinubu incurs wrath of Nigerians over ‘side remarks’ at the Senate | The #YNaijaCover
Ever heard of insecurity that affects only members of a particular party in Nigeria? You probably have not. Has someone ever whispered to your hearing, news about criminal activities in…
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Gunmen kill 7 in Benue IDP Camp: Nigeria slides into State of mindlessness | The #YNaijaCover
For anyone living in Nigeria today, chances are very high that they are avoiding the headlines and news bulletin altogether. From kidnapping to attacks on police formations, officers of the…
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How long would Nigeria’s war with criminal elements continue to eat up its young? | #YNaijaCover
Wherever you read this from. Every day is doomsday in Nigeria. From the North West to North East as well as the North Central. South West to the South South…
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#TheVoiceNigeria: “If Davido was a participant, no judge would have turned”
Tonight marked the 5th episode of The Voice Nigeria, Season 3 and it's safe to say that tonight's episode so far has been the toughest to watch. With the numerous…
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House of Reps to probe ‘export of over 7,000 ‘refrigerated penises’ to China’ | The #YNaijaCover
If you say "sad," you'll be trivialising the phenomenon. Like..."wetin concern House of Reps and penis?" Maybe we could use problematic, remembering that the Femi Gbajabiamila-led House of Representatives threw…
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Presidency’s response to #PantamiMustGo: And democracy went into coma | The #YNaijaCover
Never do anything against conscience even if the state demands it.- Albert Einstein 8:27pm. Thursday, 22nd April 2021. The evening turned out to be one of the lowest moments in Nigeria's…
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Cowspiracy: Is a national livestock database truly a panacea to insecurity? | The #YNaijaCover
When celebrity photographer and artiste, T.Y. Bello sang that 2007 Classic, The Land is Green, could it be that some current Senators of the 9th National Assembly interpreted it as…
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The September Standard
- RED CARPET! Amstel Malta at 30: A Sleek Celebration of Style and Legacy!
- Ugoccie: Where Afrocentricity Meets Street Style
- Uchay Joel Chima’s No Longer Afraid of Shadows Showing at Soto
- BBL vs. Size Zero: How The Era of Size Zero May Have been Trying To Save Women From Today’s Era of BBL
- This Week in Fashion: Our Favourite Looks From MET Gala, Bridgerton Premiere
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
The September Standard
- RED CARPET! Amstel Malta at 30: A Sleek Celebration of Style and Legacy!
- Ugoccie: Where Afrocentricity Meets Street Style
- Uchay Joel Chima’s No Longer Afraid of Shadows Showing at Soto
- BBL vs. Size Zero: How The Era of Size Zero May Have been Trying To Save Women From Today’s Era of BBL
- This Week in Fashion: Our Favourite Looks From MET Gala, Bridgerton Premiere
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