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How I lost 10 members of my family to #Ebola – Liberian [LISTEN]
by Isi Esene M. Sahr Noowah, a man from Liberia has told the BBCRadio 5 live's Drive how he lost ten members of his family to the dreaded Ebola virus.…
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Army spokesman, @GENOlukolade, is confused about the release or otherwise of the Chibok girls
by Kolapo Olapoju Earlier today, it was reported by the British Broadcasting Corporation, BBC, that some of the Chibok girls kidnapped in April by Boko Haram militants, had been released. A…
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Another firefight: Boko Haram face-off with Nigerian troops in Bama
by James Sambo Boko Haram insurgents are reportedly engaged in a firefight with Nigerian troops in the city of Bama, Borno state. The militants stormed the town in the early…
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We will get Gwoza back from Boko Haram – Gen Olukolade is now ready to accept reality
by Kolapo Olapoju On Wednesday, 27 August, the Director of Defence Information, Major-General Chris Olukolade said the Nigerian Army will imminently take back the Islamic caliphate of Gwoza from the…
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Nigerian soldiers flee into Cameroon after firefight with Boko Haram
by Kolapo Olapoju According to a BBC report, about 480 Nigerian soldiers have fled into Cameroon after the fire fight that took place between them and Boko Haram militants on…
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Army Mutiny: Soldiers refuse to fight Boko Haram in Borno [DETAILS]
by Kolapo Olapoju Some soldiers stationed in Maiduguri have reportedly refused to take up arms against Islamist Boko Haram militants until they get better equipment. A soldier, who craved anonymity…
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Ebola: Cameroon shuts borders, suspends all flights from Nigeria
by S'ola Filani Due to fear of Ebola spreading into the country, Cameroon has shut it's borders to Nigeria. This left many stranded yesterday, especially at the major sea port…
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All you need to know about the ‘fake bomb’ on Qatar Airways yesterday (READ, PHOTOS)
by Kolapo Olapoju A man suspected of making a bomb hoax aboard a Qatar Airways plane has been arrested by the British police. The incidence prompted the need for a…
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Dolapo Aina: 100 days of missing #ChibokGirls – How does Mr. President want to play this?
by Dolapo Aina The Chibok Girls have to be rescued alive; for anything short of this is a complete disaster for the GEJ administration now (100 days after the abduction) and in 2015.…
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Opinion: Nigeria – Daydreaming about regional leadership
by Audu Liberty Oseni Nigeria can lead Africa but the indicators are not there, he further elaborated. We had hope that governors at the audience; Rotimi Amaechi and Babangida Aliyu,…
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Elnathan John: Taking power back from God
by Elnathan John What is my point? For as long as we keep having two faces – one for when our corrupt leaders are not looking and another when we…
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Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani: Does Nigeria have an image problem?
by Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani But the Nigerian just has to kick up a tornado whenever he is perceived unpalatably. Some years ago, a British filmmaker discovered an exotic site…
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#TheYNaijaInterview: “My dad is still shattered that I’m not a lawyer” – What’s Up Africa’s Ikenna Azuike
by Wilfred Okiche Ikenna Azuike is a London based, Nigerian born entertainer and founder of the video blog What’s Up Africa. A trained lawyer, he abandoned his wig and gown…
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Opinion: Ladies and gentlemen, meet Nigeria’s number 2 enemy
by Temisan Odion From the foregoing, it is clear that Antony Goldman is a sworn imperialist whose only joy is to rubbish the progress of Nigeria and portray it as…
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Going places: Davido’s hit track, Skelewu features on BBC list (LOOK)
by Tutu Akinlabi It is no longer news that musician, Davido is international. The star had a sold out concert at the O2 arena in the United Kingdom last year…
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Chinamanda Adichie: Komlar Dumor – We have lost a star
by Chinamanda Adichie Komla swept into the world, stylish and sure, with his big chuckle, the light in his eyes, a genuine goodwill for people, a familiarity with laughter. He…
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Okey Ndibe: On Nigeria’s new ‘MINTED’ hope
by Okey Ndibe Nigeria’s economic policy makers are understandably giddy about Mr. O’Neill’s flattering prognosis. I’d caution the infusion of a high dose of chastening realism into the premature celebration.…
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Opinion: Will Nigeria exist 100 years from now?
by Muhammed Jameel Yusha'u In December 2012, when we were busy debating in the British House of Commons on Chinua Achebe’s book, There was a country; a fellow African…
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Oluwatosin Fatoyinbo: Do the math – Is N300 million for Ministry of Information PR really a big deal?
by Oluwatosin Fatoyinbo However, a little investigation will go a long way in determining the veracity of the estimated sum. We can only ask that the Government be held accountable…
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Resign now or face humiliation – Sheikh Gumi warns Jonathan
by Akintomiwa Agbaje Sheik Ahmad Abubakar Gumi, an influential Islamic scholar, has warned President Goodluck Jonathan to honourably resign his duty post or face the shame losing in the 2015 election.…
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Peregrino Brimah: Diezani Alison-Madueke is prepared to sell Nigeria’s refineries… again
by Peregrino Brimah So they refurbish “their” thing, with trillions of “their” money, and then sell them to themselves, via their coterie of friends on the outside for one-tenth of the worth, and…
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Black IS beautiful: See what Tiwa Savage wore for her BBC interview in London
by Hauwa Gambo Ignore the ugly spat with the TW editors, Tiwa Savage looks gorgeous any day - and she brought it home to her BBC Focus on Africa interview…
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Ben Smith: Are opponents sensing a weakness in Moyes’ Man Utd?
by Ben Smith United under Moyes have yet to win back-to-back Premier League matches this season and the champions have failed to win five of their first eight matches,…
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Femi Fani-Kayode: Unlike Obasanjo, we have a president without gumption
by Femi Fani-Kayode I am a great believer in strong government and I am one of those that has always believed that President Olusegun Obasanjo was one of the best,…
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Phil McNuilty: Mesut Ozil has Arsenal fans believing again
by Phil McNuilty Arsene Wenger has often been accused of allowing his team to go in search of the near-perfect goal at the expense of the game's practicalities. The manager's…
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BBC speaks to Anambra officials on Achebe: “We have lost an illustrious son”
by Hauwa Gambo The British Broadcasting Corporation's breaking news service has confirmed from officials of his home state Anambra that world renowned author and teacher, Chinua Achebe has died. According…
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Opinion: Bringing back growth to the Nigerian economy (1)
by Tunji Andrews With the main Nigerian production forte being without doubt, agriculture, I believe we should use the agricultural sector as our case study; and its success model could…
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Messy Affair: BBC bans presenters from appearing together on TV because they are having an affair
Even amidst the battle-weary staff of the BBC, Cupid’s bow will not be deflected it seems. Indeed, two popular presenters on the Beeb’s 24-hour news channel — suave Tim Willcox…
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Ba, Belhanda, Katongo, Toure are nominees for BBC African Footballer of the Year
by Rachel Ogbu The nominee list for the 2012 African Footballer of the Year Award is out. British Broadcasting Corporation, BBC, released a five-man shortlist recently and it includes Moroccan…
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“Trey Songz, no beef but I had to kill it”: Wizkid speaks to Factory78tv on his 1xtra Live performance UK
by Rachel Ogbu Afropop star Wizkid travelled to the UK for the first ever appearance and performance of an Afropop artiste on the 1xtra Live stage organised by BBC Radio…
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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