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Bisi Alimi got death threats on Twitter for inviting the LGBTQ community in Nigeria to a free public speaking training
Because anything that remotely looks like homosexuality sends homophobic Nigerians into a seizure of rage, and looking stupid while at it, it's unsurprising they they lobbed hate messages and death…
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Today’s Noisemakers: Tomi Oladipo, Bisi Alimi, Femi Jacobs, 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: Bisi Alimi, Ben Murray-Bruce on #DapchiGirls, Uche Maduagwu, 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: Timaya, Bisi Alimi, Akinwunmi Ambode and, the advice on mental health issues
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: Don Jazzy, Bisi Alimi, the attack on activism in Nigeria, 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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The Thread: “I will be contesting for the governorship of Lagos state” – Bisi Alimi
Popular gay rights activist Bisi Alimi has set his sights on another mountain to conquer: politics. But he's not starting from the grassroots, nope. He is gunning for Ambode's job.…
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Today’s Noisemakers: Patrick Obahiagbon, Kiss Daniel and the ‘exchange’ between Omojuwa and Bisi Alimi
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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The Thread: “Latent haters. Forming inactive volcanoes” | Omojuwa and Bisi Alimi go head to head on Twitter
Entrepreneur and social media influencer, Japheth Omojuwa has been part of the crew leading the charge to #EndSARS on Twitter but that initiative almost got hijacked after he tweeted this:…
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“You owe your parents nothing, they will milk you dry” | Bisi Alimi advises young Nigerians
Gay rights activist, Bisi Alimi has never been the type to keep his opinion private and again, he has an advice for young Nigerians "who do no want to be…
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Aisha Buhari’s birthday, Beyonce’s tipping point | See our top 10 photos from the past week
We had the Grammys, we have had the fashion weeks in New York and London a lot in between. Here are our top ten photos from the past week: Joy…
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Bisi Alimi: Profile of an unapologetic gay man
by Mazi Emeka Picture this: A young man is filled with a burning love for God, but still, there is emptiness in him - an emptiness that even he, at the…
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“I don’t believe there’s a God…” – Bisi Alimi (WATCH)
Gay activist Bisi Alimi Tuesday in an exclusive interview with YNaija said he doesn't believe there's a God. Alimi said despite his belief, he was not an atheist. Speaking further…
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Nigerian celebs should stop begging for money – Bisi Alimi
Gay right activist, Bisi Alimi has called on Nigerian celebrities to drop the habit of begging for money whenever they fall ill. Alimi, who stated this on Saturday via his…
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Has Bobrisky succeeded in fooling us all? (WATCH)
"The internet has really helped me..." Bobrisky finally had his much anticipated interview with Adesuwa Onyenokwe on Today's Woman and he had a lot to say. Of course, it's Adesuwa,…
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Conversations: Nigerians react to Bobrisky’s announcement that he isn’t gay
Following the release of Bobrisky's interview with TV veteran and TW Magazine publisher, Adesuwa Onyenokwe, the internet has been buzzing about Bobrisky's emphatic reveal that he is not gay. Popular…
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“Pastor Adeboye is greedy and corrupt” | Gay activist, Bisi Alimi runs his mouth on Facebook
It's perhaps convenient to reside abroad and run commentary on social issues in Nigeria- via Twitter and Facebook. Managing to stop short of expletives, Nigerian gay rights activist, Bisi Alimi-…
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Bisi Alimi reacts to reports that he’s fathering a child with gay partner (READ)
by Anike Jacobs Gay rights advocate, Bisi Alimi has reacted to reports on the blogosphere indicating that he is fathering a baby with his gay partner. In a statement signed…
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Terrible: Mob stones 2 suspected homosexuals in court
by 'Jola Sotubo A court of law was the venue of a descent into lawlessness as a mob turned on 2 suspects being tried and pelted them with stones. The…
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‘Story story, STORY!!!’: Top 10 reactions to US threat to sanction Nigeria
by Tutu Akinlabi The recent signing into law of a bill criminalizing homosexuality by President Goodluck Jonathan has attracted criticism from all over the world. Rumours have filtered about plans…
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Canada cancels Jonathan’s state visit over anti-gay law (Report)
by 'Jola Sotubo The recent law against homosexuals signed by President Goodluck Jonathan has continued to generate criticisms all around the world. Gay rights activists, human rights activists and even…
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WATCH: Gay rights activist, Bisi Alimi speaks to Amanpour on CNN
by 'Jola Sotubo The controversial law criminalizing homosexuality and all its attendant acts which was recently signed in Nigeria has been generating controversy worldwide. Many Nigerians believe the law is…
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“I am like a rape victim…” – Bisi Alimi, gay rights activist speaks on (Conversations with Mercy Abang)
On the Conversations series for this week, Abang Mercy Speaks with foremost gay rights activist Bisi Alimi, who calls for a revolution in Nigeria and insist that more Nigerians will…
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Gay rights activist, Bisi Alimi’s documentary shortlisted for American Public Broadcasting Service Online Film Festival (WATCH)
by Rachel Ogbu Watch "Asylum - Bisi", a short documentary film about Bisi Alimi, who was one of the first Nigerians to openly discuss his homosexuality on national television and as…
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Opinion: I am an activist… so what?
by Damola Adegun To be honest, some of the most satisfying moments of my life have been when I have confronted oppression, extortion and shades of vices that continue to…
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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