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#EndSARS: We are finally seeing increased participation from people with huge platforms
During the Black Lives Matter movement that broke out in America and quickly sparked off a chain of global protest and condemnation for police brutality and racism after the unjust…
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Burna Boy vs Sowore: What are the limits to a Nigerian celebrity’s activism?
The recent virtual exchange between Afrobeats star Burna Boy and revolutionary politician Omoyele Sowore has sparked off a range of conversations. Some bordered around the extent to which celebrities who…
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The shooting of another Black man by the police has reignited #BlackLivesMatter
In May, the news of the death of an African-American man George Floyd incited many conversations that challenged racism and social injustices perpetrated by the police. In the wake of…
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#JusticeforToyin: Death of 19-year-old activist heightens call for end to injustice
Anywhere you are in the world, if you are a black individual, you are no doubt bewildered, infuriated or depressed by the headlines on the news of late. It's been…
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YouTuber, Jackie Aina is making a bigger name for herself and it stretches our smiles
by Onakoya Toluwanimi “It’s Jackie Jackie Jackie!” Our favourite makeup YouTuber, Jackie Aina continues to inspire us as she makes steady and lengthy strides in the industry. She, amongst other…
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Here’s what we know about the ‘Anonymous Account’ and what they stand for
The one thing about Twitter that many of its users would agree is that, sometimes, there is a mystery that comes with it - it doesn't of itself does that,…
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Lives in Southern Kaduna are #BlackLives and they matter too
Southern Kaduna is trending on Twitter and this is not some random banter on who has the most of anything and neither is it a trend comparing achievements. Following the…
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What we know about George Floyd and why he was assaulted to death
The news of the death of African-American man, George Floyd has sparked up many conversations globally, but this is, however, not the first time an incident like this has caused…
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“Sometimes you need protest in order to heal” – Donald Trump
In response to the protest in Boston, U.S. President Donald Trump has said the country needs such protests and will heal thereafter from the troubles. Earlier... Thousands of counter-demonstrators marched Saturday in Boston…
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LONG READ: Where the media and advertising meet with racism, prejudice and #BlackLivesMatter
Positives from Racial Stereotyping Racial stereotyping tends to create constructive results in conditions where the adverts are targeted to a particular demographic. Viewers habitually associate a perceptual bias toward people…
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The Thread: The Pepsi ad is not only stupid, it’s also dangerous
Pepsi put out an ad and it is has gotten backlash. Before we go on, here's the ad. African Americans are not sitting down for this ad. It has stoked…
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A mother was killed by a policeman in Onipanu, but Nigerians think Pepsi’s mockery of police brutality is okay
by Tolu Omoyeni Pepsi is the number one trending topic on Twitter today. The world, Nigerians inclusive, are reacting to a newly-released ad by the beverage company and while all…
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Timileyin Bondefaiye: Why I hate personal politics [NEXT]
by Timileyin Bondefaiye Undoubtedly this generation has the most widespread political involvement ever since the advent of civilization. The evolution of communication technology has brought political participation to a level accessible…
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I am a young black rich mother****er, I don’t feel connected to Black Lives Matter – Lil Wayne
US Rapper, Lil Wayne has said he doesn't feel connected to the Black Lives Matter campaign which began after the incessant killing of black people in America. In a recent…
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#BlackLivesMatter: All the times we should have used this hashtag in Nigeria
One of the many incidences of globalization is such that thousands in Nigeria can hold hands with African Americans suffering injustice at the hands of the American police force. After all, there was…
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Tiwa Savage reacts to public backlash over #BlackLivesMatter support
On Saturday, July 9 2016, Tiwa Savage faced a huge backlash from her Instagram followers after she pledged support for the Black Lives matter movement in the US. A lot…
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George Zimmerman was reportedly paid $250,000 for the gun used to kill Trayvon Martin
It all started last week when George Zimmerman put up the gun he used in killing 17-year-old unarmed black teenager, Trayvon Martin for an auction. He however faced massive public…
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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
- 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