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Kamaru Usman suffers knockout defeat against Leon Edwards; Uzodimma reassures Tinubu of South-East support | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Uzodimma reassures Tinubu of South-East supportKamaru Usman suffers knockout defeat against Leon EdwardsGunmen abduct four Catholic reverend sistersPolice rescue 12-year-old, 10-year-old girls kidnapped in ZamfaraNigeria’s Anthony Joshua loses to Ukrainian…
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Ohanaeze Ndigbo: 2023 is our turn, FG admits to facing hard times | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: Ohanaeze Ndigbo: 2023 is our turn President-general of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, George Obiozor, has…
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#YNaijaSportsExtra: Anthony Joshua and Fury set to fight without their titles on the line
The last two years for heavyweight boxing has rested on the shoulders of three exceptional athletes: Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder. We all want to see a mammoth…
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#YNaijaSportsAnalysis: Is Anthony Joshua going to accept the biggest fight of his career?
Nigerian-British heavyweight boxing champion, Anthony Joshua, this past weekend, put up another commanding performance, as he dominated his opponent Kubrat Pulev from start to finish. The match would have been…
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“I will end you tomorrow” – Pulev threatens Anthony Joshua ahead of world title fight
To cap the year off for boxing fans round the world, unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua was booked to take on contender; Kubrat Pulev for all his championship belts, and…
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#YNaijaSportsExtra: Nigeria’s ‘global dominance’ in sports continues, as athletes of Nigerian origin make the NBA draft
It is becoming increasingly glaring that Nigerians are a very dominant people when it comes to the world of sports. One need not look too deep to see our footprint…
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#YNaijaSportsExtra: The Anthony Joshua vs Fury fight is one step closer to becoming a reality
For the past two years now, the biggest story surrounding the world of heavyweight boxing has centred around three key players, Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder, and Nigerians…
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#YNaijaSportsExtra: The Fury/Wilder saga continues, as Wilder accuses Fury of cheating
In February, before the pandemic disrupted sporting events all over the world, we got to bear witness to one of the biggest fights in boxing history, as former WBC champion…
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DJ Switch spread the #LekkiMassacre story to the world, and it’s not the first time she is fighting to #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria
Since the protest to end police brutality in Nigeria began, protesters have demanded that the movement remain leaderless. That way, no appointed leader or group of leaders will be bribed,…
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Turn on the fireworks! Anthony Joshua accepts the Tyson Fury challenge
From the moment televised sports became a thing, boxing has held as much excitement and anticipation as any other sports has. Because of its nature which is literally fighting, people…
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Anthony Joshua is the UK’s second richest young sportsperson | 5 Things that Should Matter Today
Anthony Joshua has been ranked as the second richest young sportsperson in the UK, after Gareth Bale. Anthony Joshua has a net worth of 107 million pounds, with the Real…
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Privilege corrupts everything in Nigeria, even getting an I.D card
Yesterday, the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) put up this post announcing that Nigerian born British boxer Anthony Joshua had recently registered for his national identity number and card. This…
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5 Things that Should Matter Today: Anthony Joshua given ultimatum to fight Kubrat Pulev or risk losing IBF belt
Anthony Joshua has been given until the end of the month by the International Boxing Federation (IBF) to agree on terms to fight mandatory challenger, Bulgarian Kubrat Pulev. The British…
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5 Things that Should Matter Today: Anthony Joshua to present world championship belts to President Buhari
World boxing heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua will soon present his belts to President Buhari, a presidential aide disclosed on Wednesday in Abuja. Laolu Akande, the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to…
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In Case You Missed It: On Apple Music’s Up Next Artist interview, Burna Boy reveals he didn’t realise his music had ”popped” until performing in Eastern Nigeria | Anthony Joshua visits Makoko Community
On Apple Music Up Next Artist interview, Burna Boy was interviewed by Beats 1's Julie Adenuga on his forthcoming album Africa Giant, and the moment he realised his career was…
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The YNaija Cover – the Weekend Roundup
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For the first time in his career, Anthony Joshua could lose it all
The man who claims to have a heart that rivals 10 lions has promised to hand Anthony Joshua his first pro boxing loss. Following a failed attempt to pit IBF,…
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Olisaeloka Okocha Jr.: A unique cocktail of Rumble in the Jungle is what Nigeria needs now
The World Boxing Council has postponed the purse bid for Deontay Wilder’s rematch with Tyson Fury until February 12th. Meanwhile, despite his promoters booking Wembley Stadium a half year in…
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Anthony Joshua shows the Nigerian spirit in brand new Glo commercial ‘It’s In Our Blood’
On Friday, world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Oluwafemi Joshua was unveiled as the star of Globacom’s new commercial held in a media event in Lagos. Glo has a knack for…
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DAAR Communications Plc recognises key industry players at 3rd DAAR Awards
And in a run up to the presidential elections: Atiku goes head to head against President Buhari and Aliko Dangote for Man of the Year. DAAR Communications Plc, an independent…
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Brace yourselves, Anthony Joshua is ready to fight either Tyson Fury or Deontay Wilder
It has been a big and exciting year for the boxing world following three of the game's biggest heavyweight names, Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder, all being involved…
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Here’s the full #YNaijaPowerList2018
Genevieve Nnaji, Chris Ogunlowo, Maraji, Tony Nwulu, Falana have been unveiled as some of the most influential personalities in the 2018 edition of the #YNaijaPowerList - a roll call of…
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Ahmed Musa, Seni Saraki, Evelyn Akhator… see the #YNaijaPowerList2018 for Sports
For the seventh consecutive year, YNaija brings you its annual ranking of the most powerful young persons under the age of 40 who are getting things done in the sporting…
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The Big 5: Jonathan lists qualities Nigeria’s next president should have; Buhari travels to New York today | More stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today. President Muhammadu Buhari Sunday (today), departs for New York to participate in the 73rd Session of United Nations General Assembly (UNGA73)…
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With Anthony Joshua and Povetkin both having good records, who wins the fight today?
On September 22, 2018 (today), 28-year-old, British-Nigerian boxer Anthony Joshua faces off against 38-year-old, Soviet boxer, Alexander Povetkin in front of ninety thousand spectators at Wembley stadium, for a world…
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Amosun spent millions to go ‘famz’ Anthony Joshua meanwhile Ogun state is suffering
It is like wherever Anthony Joshua goes, the sycophantic government of Ogun state is sure to follow. The culture of sycophancy and misplacement of priorities is a multi billion naira…
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Opinion: Let’s tell the truth, Anthony Joshua was slaughtered on the altar of pseudo wokeness…. the future of women is next
New babies are the biggest threat to the planet, so some unified system is necessary for controlling them. Our faith in humans using their reason to handle this is turning…
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That Anthony Joshua is a misogynist should not really surprise you
When did you first hear of Anthony Joshua? Were you like the vast majority of Nigerians who stumbled on him when our senators and politicians always quick to latch on…
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Tokunbo Koiki’s dream is to feed John Boyega but for now she’s happy to feed you
In this interview, Tokunbo Koiki, founder of Tokunbo’s Kitchen speaks to YNaija UK representative, Rachel Ogbu about how her food pop-up established 2 years ago has gone on to feed over 5000…
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The Thread: “Spending public funds to buy vip tickets to support a British boxer” | TwitterNG reacts to Dalung’s appearance at Anthony Joshua’s fight
Beloved Nigerian-British boxer, Anthony Joshua got an August visit from the Sports Minister, Solomon Dalung, during his boxing match at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff on Saturday. This takes…
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The September Standard
- T.I Nathan SS25 Lookbook: A Contemporary Ode to Elegance and Edge
- Idia Aisien’s Comeback to Style 101: Will She Revive the Magic?
- RED CARPET! Amstel Malta at 30: A Sleek Celebration of Style and Legacy!
- Ugoccie: Where Afrocentricity Meets Street Style
- The Future Awards Africa 2024: How Tunde Onakoya and Veekee James Served High-Fashion Mastery as Hosts
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