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Sir Shina Peters at 60: A life grounded in music
I consider it a great privilege to count Shina Peters, the Afro-Juju maestro, who turns 60 this week, as one of my friends and brothers. Dele Momodu has already penned…
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“Obama considered a gay relationship with his professor, cheated on Michelle” | New biography reveals
by Tolu Omoyeni It would have been near perfect to use the word 'shocking' in the headline for this article but when you're done reading this, you'll understand why we…
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Meet Sheila Miyoshi Jager, the woman who allegedly rejected Barack Obama’s marriage proposal TWICE
by Dolapo Adelana Before immediate former president of the United States, Barack Obama met Michelle, there was Sheila Miyoshi Jager. Sheila was Barack's love who rejected him twice, according to…
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American professor writes Buhari’s biography, to be launched on October 3
An American professor, John Paden, a notable Don of International Studies, George Mason University, America has written a book on President Muhammadu Buhari titled, “The Challenges of Leadership in Nigeria’’. The biography…
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Reuben Abati: The legend of Fela like you’ve never read before
On the occasion of his 80th birthday, Benson Idonije, who is arguably Nigeria’s most informed analyst of jazz music and an enthusiastic promoter of popular culture and music has released…
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DonJazzyfied: A biography of record producer, Don Jazzy written by Kehinde Ajose (LOOK)
by Damilola Jagun A journalist and talent development strategist, Kehinde Ajose, has penned a biography about famous record producer and Mavin honcho, Don Jazzy. According to the writer, The book…
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‘Sanusi can not be arrested’: Federal High Court rules
by 'Jola Sotubo The suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, followed through with his promise to go to court over his removal. A Federal…
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The New York Times on Sanusi’s ‘removal’: Jonathan is ‘too casual about corruption’ (READ)
by Adeola Balogun The suspension of Nigeria's central bank governor has continued to generate controversy all around the world. This is all the more so because, just before his suspension,…
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‘I’m surprised it took them so long’: Sanusi opens up on his suspension (WATCH)
by 'Jola Sotubo It is no longer news that the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, has been suspended by President Goodluck Jonathan. Sanusi was away…
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‘It is absolutely illegal’: APC Senate caucus reacts to Sanusi’s suspension
by 'Jola Sotubo The suspension yesterday of the Central Bank Governor, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi has been highly criticized by various citizens. The members of the House of Representatives have rejected…
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Why the House of Reps rejected Sanusi Lamido’s suspension
by Adeola Balogun The suspension today of the controversial Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi has continued to cause uproar around the country. The move has…
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10 things you SHOULD know about the acting CBN governor (PICTURED)
by 'Jola Sotubo President Goodluck Jonathan today suspended the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi and appointed an acting governor to fill in for him. Dr.…
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I grew up in the village and my boob job was not to impress anybody – Karen Igho (PHOTO)
by Chi Ibe For Karen Igho, you can say hers is a rag to riches story and you can’t help but admire her for where she is now. After winning…
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One Year Anniversary: Tim Cook steps out of Steve Jobs’ shadows
by Lance Ulanoff Steve Jobs wasn’t perfect or infallible. He was tough, intractable, perhaps unfair, and occasionally even mean-spirited. These are not characteristics many of us spent time pointing out…
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“His name is Aliko Dangote” – Tolu Ogunlesi reviews the un-authorised biography
A decade ago most people outside Nigeria would have said, "Aliko who?" Not anymore. In 2008 he became the first Nigerian to make it onto Forbes' rich list. In 2011…
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Ashton Kutcher as Steve Jobs; does he pull it off?
by Tolu Orekoya It seems that the ex Mr. Demi Moore is putting on his serious acting hat on as he…
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Critics are calling it brilliant! Oscar-winning documentary maker presents Bob Marley film
By Rachel Ogbu Oscar-winning documentary maker, Kevin Macdonald has made a biography of reggae legend, Bob Marley. Aided by the singer's family and record label who gave the project their…
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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