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Davido’s Integrity Is Taking A Jab From Multiple Allegations
Lately, the Nigerian singer David Adeleke (Davido) has been in the news for allegedly committing several atrocities, and he is being called out by a few faces in the media.…
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The Big 5: Sack service chiefs to end insecurity – ADP tells Buhari; Kano assembly approves life pension for speaker, deputy | Other top stories
Here are the stories you should be monitoring today: Sack service chiefs to end insecurity - ADP tells Buhari The Action Democratic Party on Tuesday said the best way to…
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Former Super Eagles coach Christian Chukwu is seriously ill, and Twitter is giving it all the publicity it deserves
The news that former Super Eagles coach Christain Chukwu is suffering from an undisclosed ailment, and needs $50,000 for a medical trip abroad, broke on Sunday. And today, it has…
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The Late 5: Amaechi reportedly caught in leaked audio criticising Buhari; February Polls: Ooni of Ife warns politicians against violence | Other top stories
Here are the stories that drove conversations today Amaechi criticises Buhari in leaked audio Transportation minister and the Director-General of the Buhari Presidential Campaign Organisation Rotimi Amaechi was caught on…
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Governor Okowa promises Super Eagles $25,000 for every goal scored in South Africa
Delta Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa has promised the Super Eagles $25, 000 for every goal scored at Saturday's African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against the 'Bafana Bafana' of South Africa in Johannesburg, the News Agency of Nigeria reports.…
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The Late 5: Embattled Ambode meets with Buhari behind closed doors, Dogara formally returns to PDP, says APC is full of ‘ravenous people’ | More stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday met behind closed doors with embattled Governor of Lagos, Akinwunmi Ambode at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. While the…
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The YNaija Cover – the 20th of September
Follow the links to read the stories and analyses on YNaija:
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Amaju Pinnick re-elected as NFF president
Reigning president of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Amaju Pinnick on Thursday was re-elected as chairman for a second term in an election that held in Kastina. Mr. Muhammed Sani…
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NFF bans Super Eagles coach, Salisu Yusuf for 1 year from football
Super Eagles coach, Salisu Yusuf has been handed a one-year ban by the Ethics committee of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and was fined $5,000 following bribery allegations after he…
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The Big 5: Dalung dares Presidency on NFF crisis; New minimum wage not feasible now – Ngige | More stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: The Federal Government has blamed the delay in the approval of a new minimum wage for workers in the country to…
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The Late 5: Tinubu told me he doesn’t like Buhari’s style – Saraki; FG escapes FIFA hammer, recognises Pinnick-led NFF | More stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation t0day: President Muhammadu Buhari, on Monday, held a closed door meeting with Service Chiefs at the Presidential Villa, shortly before proceeding to Daura,…
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Drama in Nigerian football as Giwa takes over NFF
Were we naive to expect calmer times in Nigerian football and especially the NFF after our early World Cup exit? If the news that Chris Giwa has assumed duty as…
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Aftermath of #WorldCup exit, deflecting blame and the way forward for Nigerian football
After Nigeria crashed out in a crushing and heartbreaking manner against familiar foe Argentina on Tuesday, many Nigerians have fallen to a deep pit by deflecting blame; shouting ‘racism’ from…
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TomTom has joined the Super Eagles on their journey to Russia 2018
Support for the Super Eagles was further boosted by the announcement of TomTom as the official candy of the Super Eagles. TomTom has been a historic supporter of the Nigerian…
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How the error occurred | NFF President, Pinnick reacts to FIFA sanction
The President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick has apologised for the error that led to the sanction by the world football body, FIFA. Background: FIFA fined NFF for fielding Shehu…
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We accept FIFA’s decision | NFF reacts to sanction
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has reacted to the sanction against it by football governing body, FIFA. What happened: FIFA had fined NFF for fielding Shehu Abdullahi against Algeria after…
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Nigeria can win the World Cup in Russia – Pinnick
President of Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick has said Nigerians can win the FIFA World Cup in Russia in 2018. Pinnick said this during the official opening of the Federation’s…
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CAF appoints Amaju Pinnick into Emergency Committee
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) Friday, appointed Fouzi Lekjaa, the president of the Federation Royale Marocaine de Football, as it's 3rd Vice President. Lekjaa, who is also Chairman of the CAF…
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Pinnick, Rohr visit Carl Ikeme
President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Amaju Pinnick and head coach of the national team, Gernot Rohr, have paid a visit to Super Eagles goalkeeper, Carl Ikeme. Carl Ikeme…
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Aiteo group signs N2.5bn deal with NFF, to pay coaches salaries for 5 years
by Dolapo Adelana Aiteo Group, an indigenous oil company has reached an agreement with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to pay all Nigerian national football teams coaches’ salaries for the next…
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NFF owing Super Eagles coach three months salary
by Azeez Adeniyi The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has not paid Super Eagles manager, Gernot Rohr for three months, The Nation reports. A source in the glasshouse said Rohr who…
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Just In: Amaju Pinnick elected into CAF Executive Committee
President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Amaju Pinnick has been elected into the CAF Executive Committee. Pinnick defeated his Beninoise counterpart Anjorin Ayodele Moucharafou with 32 vote to 17.…
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We are ready to take over Surulere National Stadium – Ambode
by Dolapo Adelana Lagos Governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode on Wednesday declared the readiness of the State Government to take over the Surulere National Stadium from the Federal Government and transform…
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The YNaija Tracklist: Fayose emerges chairman of PDP Governors’ Forum | Pinnick appointed into FIFA organising committee | More stories
From the papers this morning - a Tracklist. Pinnick appointed into FIFA organising committee - YNaija ‘Send your girls to school, stop early marriage’ | Sanusi tells northerners - YNaija…
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Pinnick appointed into FIFA organising committee
President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Amaju Pinnick has been appointed into the FIFA Organising Committee for Competitions. Pinnick is currently a member of the CAF Organising Committee for…
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FG sets up committee to pick candidate for CAF elections
The Federal Government has set up a committee to screen and select a candidate for the CAF executive committee elections. NFF President Amaju Pinnick had submitted his nomination to CAF…
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Timeline: #PayFalcons | This is how we got here
Nigeria has a habit of treating its heroes shabbily and with disdain. This trend has been a norm over the years, from one administration to another, and it's apparent that…
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NFF lacks sufficient funds to prosecute Zambia game – Pinnick
President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Amaju Pinnick on Tuesday said the Federation lacks the sufficient funds for the Super Eagles' World Cup Qualifier game against Zambia in Ndola…
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Super Eagles new kit to be unveiled this week – NFF
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has revealed that the 2016/17 Super Eagles new kits would be unveiled before the end of the week. NFF President, Amaju Pinnick while speaking at…
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Amaju Pinnick’s nomination for FIFA seat rejected by CAF
The Confederation of Africa Football (CAF) has rejected the nomination of NFF President, Amaju Pinnick to contest for a FIFA council seat. CAF however announced seven other aspirants who have a…
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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