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We can’t campaign for Tinubu again – Northern APC Christians; They are not serious – APC mocks PDP over Funke Akindele choice | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
We can’t campaign for Tinubu again - Northern APC ChristiansOver 23,100 security officials deployed as Osun prepares for gov pollThey are not serious - APC mocks PDP over Funke Akindele…
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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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Here’s why ‘everyone’ is talking about Cross River today
South South state, Cross River is currently on the lips of many following the recent updates from the Nigerian Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) as well as the ongoing strike…
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YNaija Governors’ Effectiveness Ranking: Matawalle, Ayade, Uzodinma, Obaseki emerge top performers for May
It has been an eventful year for Governors of the 36 states in the federation and for a good number of them, May marked either their first year anniversary as…
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YNaija Governors’ Ranking: Sanwo-Olu, El-Rufai, Ganduje, Umahi | Here are the best and worst performers for April
States across Nigeria continued for the second month running, intense battles against the coronavirus pandemic within their domain. We saw many of the governors introduce different measures to fight the…
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From servant leader to feminist and ‘brighter grammarian’ | The YNaija Governors’ Ranking for February
Perhaps the most radical policy by a governor this month is the Okada and tricycle ban in Lagos, enforced by the Sanw0-Olu administration, which has unleashed hardship on Lagosians. No…
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Journalists are trying to take over the government in Cross River; they need support
Agba Jalingo, one of several journalists and prisoners of conscience, was released on bail on Cross River State yesterday after spending five months in detention on charges of treason, treasonable…
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YNaija presents its Governors’ Ranking for November
The biggest news in the governor circuit is the re-election of Yahaya Bello in Kogi, which was marred with violence, intimidation, misconducts and loss of lives. Also, this week, the…
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Another critic of Governor Ganduje has been arrested for dissent
Nazir Ahmed, otherwise known by his stage name Sarkin Waka was arrested by the Kano State Police command on the order of the Kano State censors board. Despite Ahmed's status…
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With journalists being arrested for treason, Nigeria dips further into a dictatorship
Just last week, we were publicly decrying the decision of the federal government to forcefully arrest AAC presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore for 'daring' to organize a nationwide protest to demand…
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The YNaija Cover – the 2nd of May
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The Late 5: FG mourns Briton and Nigerian killed in Kaduna resort attack; ISIS claims responsibility for Sri Lanka bombings | Other stories
Here are the stories that drove conversation today: ISIS claims responsibility for Sri Lanka bombings The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the suicide bombings which led to deaths of…
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180-Year Debt Refund: BudgIT warns Cross River Government of looming fiscal disaster, asks Ayade to terminate SuperHighway Project
BudgIT has warned the Cross River State Government to halt its controversial Superhighway project on the ground of undue financial hazard and avoidable hardship that would plague the state for…
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The Big 5: The opposition has more money than government – Garba Shehu; Governor Ayade says PDP is an unfair party with no conscience | Other top stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: Media aide to President Muhammadu Buhari, Garba Shehu, says the opposition has more money than the government, alleging that the leading opposition…
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The Late 5: Tinubu opens up on ‘Ambode’s sin’, formally endorses Sanwo-Olu; Ayade wins PDP guber primary and other stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: Ahead of Monday's governorship primary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos, embattled Governor of Lagos, Akinwunmi Ambode, has taken a hit at…
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The Big 5: Mass exodus hits Taraba APC as Alhassan leaves for UDP; Communications Minister says he is willing to serve in NYSC | More stories
These are the top stories you should be monitoring today. Senator Aisha Alhassan, who resigned her appointment as Minister of Women Affairs and also left the APC has picked the…
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The Late 5: Fayose writes EFCC, surrenders self for probe; Former Minister, Bolaji Abdullahi declares for Kwara governorship | More stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: Ekiti Governor, Ayodele Fayose has written to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) offering to make himself available for questioning…
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The Late 5: Former Governor of Taraba bags 14 years jail term, Dino Melaye joins PDP at Wednesday’s plenary and other stories
Here are the stories that drove the conversation today: A former Governor of Taraba State, Reverend Jolly Nyame, was on Wednesday sentenced to 14-year imprisonment for criminal breach of trust by misappropriating…
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Politics should not be treated as a matter of life and death – Obasanjo
A former president, Olusegun Obasanjo on Saturday said that politics should not be treated as a matter of life and death. He said this at the public presentation of a…
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“Every part of Nigeria matters to us” – Osinbajo
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo assured that Niger Delta people will benefit maximally from the wealth and natural resources of their land. He said every part of the country mattered to…
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C’River set to begin commercial airline, shipping company
The Cross River government is set to begin operations of its first commercial airline and shipping company. Governor Ben Ayade stated this after a presentation by some potential transaction advisers…
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Hausa, Fulani are safe in Cross River – Ayade
Cross River Governor, Ben Ayade, has assured that the Hausa/ Fulani in the state are safe. Speaking through his special adviser on non-indigenes affairs, Musa Maigoro, the governor said he…
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[The Presidential Blog] Osinbajo made interesting remarks about Bakassi in Calabar
Acting President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN was in Calabar yesterday to commission the Monorail and other milestone projects. Asides meeting with kids and holding and MSME meet up, he also attended…
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[The Presidential Blog] Guess what Osinbajo will be doing in Calabar today
Acting President ‘Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, will visit Cross River State today to commission several milestone projects undertaken by the state government. Prof. Osinbajo will be received at the Margaret Ekpo…
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There’s no ideological difference between PDP, APC – Ayade
by Azeez Adeniyi Cross River governor, Ben Ayade has said there is no ideological difference between the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Ayade said…
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Kidnapping: Ben Ayade announces N1m reward for whistleblowers
by Azeez Adeniyi Cross River State governor, Ben Ayade on Tuesday announced the compensation of N1 million to anyone who's information leads to the arrest of kidnappers and armed robbers.…
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Bakassi seaport: Buhari, Ayade meet in Aso Rock
President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday held a closed door meeting with with the Cross River State Governor, Prof. Ben Ayade inside the President’s official residence at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.…
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These are the best and worst Nigerian governors in 2016
It's hard to compare state governors considering their peculiar circumstances - income disparity, insecurity, and varying stages of development. But this is no deterrent, every state governor is expected to…
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Cross River gov, Ayade to appoint 6000 new aides
Cross River governor, Ben Ayade has said he would appoint 6000 new aides and create 50,000 jobs in 2017. Ayade said this at the U.J. Esuene Stadium on Monday during…
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- 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
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- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
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