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Today’s Noisemakers: Remi Adekoya, Ben Murray-Bruce, others
Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social matters,…
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Today’s Noisemakers: Ben Bruce, Kate Henshaw, Piers Morgan, others
Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social matters,…
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Albert Afeso Akanbi: Time to re-channel our collective resentment
by Albert Afeso Akanbi As at this morning, ask me about what will be struggling against seven months for a place in our memories; it is the story of Babachir,…
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Opinion: These Nigerian ‘heroes’ deserve our accolades
by Raphael Esu Nigeria, as we know it, is blessed with outstanding leaders. We are a fortunate nation in that regard and it does not get better than…
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Today’s Noisemakers: Sam Adeyemi, Ben Bruce, Olamide, Kanu Nwankwo and others
Every day, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social matters, etc. Sometimes, they are…
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N40m budgeted for Aso Rock wildlife while Nigerians are hungry – Ben Bruce
Senator representing Bayelsa East, Ben Bruce has revealed that N40 million has been set aside in the 2017 budget to feed wildlife in the Presidential villa. In a series of…
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N2.9bn presidency honoraria budget can feed North-East IDPs – Ben Bruce
The senator representing Bayelsa East senatorial district, Ben Murray-Bruce says the N2.9b budgeted for honoraria for the presidency and its agencies will be enough to feed Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs)…
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#YNaija2016Review: Solomon Dalung, Ben Murray-Bruce, Bobrisky… See the top 7 Nigerians who need to shut up in 2017
by Soma Oj. Keeping with the general theme of this listicle, we won't be saying too much. It's a new year and we don't want to have to deal with these…
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#YNaija2016Review: #TheOtherRoom, Olajumoke, Mark Zuckerberg’s visit… See the top 10 moments/hashtags that shook the Internet
by Okon Ekpo We love our trending topics with the same voracity with which we consume breaking news. These 10 moments/hashtags sent the entire country wagging, and we took to…
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#YNaija2016Review: Emefiele, Daddy Freeze, Dalung… who is the worst person of the year?
by Wilfred Okiche We’ll leave you to decide this one. Justice Okon Abang You must suck at your job when your colleagues in the Appeal Court describe your judgement as…
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Senator Ben Murray-Bruce and a possible case of lost in translation?
Nigerians are the worst. That's how Sen. Ben Bruce was staying on his lane, and decided to drop some pearl of wisdom/pick me up for the Nigerian youth. But his…
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The Media Blog: The Nigerian politicians who own media houses
We just thought: it would be fun to put up a list of some of the politicians in Nigeria who own major media houses. Not a long list. But interesting…
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Opinion: How Godwin Emefiele caused millions of Nigerians to lose jobs
by Dr. Peregrino Brimah The direct policies of the central bank of Nigeria, CBN have been and continue to be at the helm of the current economic crisis and recession…
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Opinion: Okonjo-Iweala: How to Be a Friend of the Poor
By Bade ADEBOLU The things that really matter in life are surprisingly the seemingly simple things. Small things like patting someone on the back in the event of some achievement or…
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Armed Ijaw youths invade Ben Bruce’s radio station in Bayelsa
Some members of the Ijaw Youth Council Worldwide (IYC) on Thursday, invaded Rhythm FM radio station in Yenogoa, Bayelsa over internal scuffles within the leadership ranks of the group. The…
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Simon Utsu: How to identify a young, wicked sadist
by Simon Utsu Any young man/ woman who gloated(or is still gloating) over Senator Ben Murray Bruce's political travails in the hands of AMCON, is a young, wicked sadist. Before…
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‘Tough times don’t last’ | Ben Bruce reacts to AMCON’s takeover of Silverbird
The Assets Management Company of Nigeria, AMCON on Thursday took over the assets of Silverbird Group, owned by Ben Bruce, the Senator representing Bayelsa East constituency. Bruce’s companies under the group…
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Analysis: Silverbird and AMCON – What happens next?
Silverbird cinemas takes the credit for reviving Nigeria’s cinema culture and taking it to a new level. Because of this, they have a special place in the hearts of Nigerians.…
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Nigerians react to AMCON’s take-over of Ben Bruce’s Silverbird Group
The Assets Management Company of Nigeria, AMCON on Thursday took over the assets of Silverbird Group, owned Nigerian Senator, Ben Bruce. Bruce’s companies under the group in Lagos, Port Harcourt…
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Nigeria shouldn’t be signing deals with China – Ben Bruce
Senator Ben Murray-Bruce, the Chairman, Senate Committee on Privatization, on Tuesday questioned the rationale behind Nigeria's signing of rail deals with China, when rail tracks can be produced by the…
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The late 5: These are the stories that drove the conversation today
Here are the top five news stories that drove the conversation today. 1) Ben Bruce and the Presidential snub Senator Ben Bruce, representing Bayelsa east federal constituency, has taken to…
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A rundown of the worst critics of Buhari’s government
The beauty of a democratically elected government is the freedom of speech that comes with the package. In a democracy, any one with a mouth can mouth off and drop ceaseless soundbites…
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Opinion: When you eat at #IyaOyo kitchen in Abuja
by Felix Abrahams Obi Iya Oyo's Amala restaurant in Wuye Abuja is a leveler and no respecter of person or socioeconomic class. You think Nigerians are rude and impatient? You…
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I was abroad when Senate rejected Gender Equality Bill – Ben Bruce
Senator Ben Murray-Bruce has finally lent his voice in support of the advocacy for equal gender rights in Nigeria, the largest black nation on earth. The Nigerian Senate on Tuesday,…
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Ben Bruce to Nigerian youths: ‘You can be much more than a thug or Twitter overlord’
The senator representing Bayelsa East senatorial district, Senator Ben Murray-Bruce has urged Nigerian youths to avoid making the same mistakes his generation made. Ben Bruce advised the young adults of…
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#BenBruceAt60: ‘I’m not an artist’ | Don Jazzy explains why he didn’t perform with D’banj
Ace producer and founder of The Supreme Mavin Dynasty, Don Jazzy, real names- Michael Collins, has denied reports that he deliberately shunned Senator Ben Murray-Bruce's appeal to join D'banj on…
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Ben Bruce acquires Innoson SUV, Saraki test drives Made-in-Nigeria vehicles (PHOTOS)
Senator representing Bayelsa East constituency, Ben Murray Bruce has acquired a Sports Utility Vehicle and a Sedan from indigenous automobile makers, Innoson Motors Vehicle. Chairman of IVM, Innoson Chukwuma, on…
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THE YNAIJA TRACKLIST: Fayose ready for EFCC, ICPC | Juta might emerge as PDP national chairman | Ben Bruce denies saying Kashamu should be jailed | More stories
Wike suspends Commissioner for Finance, Accountant-General. Punch Juta may likely be selected for the position of PDP national chairman. This Day 6 pipeline vandals arrested by NSCDC in Delta. Leadership…
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Ben Bruce, Omojuwa and the #IAmANigerianNotACriminal trend: Much a tweet about nothing
"Some Nigerians claim that life is too difficult back home." The opening line of the statement made by President Muhammadu Buhari- which resulted in the still-trending hashtag- #IAmANigerianNotACriminal. In the…
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Ben Bruce to Buhari: ‘Say important things through local media’
Senator Ben Murray-Bruce has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to empower the country's media. The Senator representing Bayelsa East constituency, says the President should inculcate the habit of passing across…
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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