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Boko Haram: Ndume’s revelation is what government really needs, to move beyond ‘technical defeat’
It's been well over 11 years since the Nigerian government through its military has been battling the Boko Haram terrorist group. During the course of the fight, we have seen…
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IGP declares new squad “SWAT” to replace defunct SARS, Professor J.P Clark is dead | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Nigeria’s head of police, Mohammad Adamu has announced that a new Special Weapons And Tactics (SWAT) squad would be “filling the gaps” left by the notorious police unit Federal Special…
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Boko Haram or a compromised cabinet; what is Governor Zulum up against?
A once peaceful Nigeria has since 2009 been grappling with heightened insecurity issues from the Boko Haram insurgency that has left devastating consequences the nation is yet to recover from…
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When will the Nigerian government act against the possible infiltration of Al-Qaeda and ISIS?
A wave of fear has been looming on social media this morning, and it has to do with the possible planned attack by the international terrorist groups, Al-Qaeda and ISIS. The…
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Why are we rehabilitating Boko Haram terrorists during an ongoing terrorist occupation?
Five days ago, the Governor of Borno State, Babagana Zulum, was ambushed by Boko Haram fighters in the middle of a trip to Monguno and Baga towns to visit with…
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‘Why reintegration of Boko Haram is a bad idea’ | The #YNaijaCover
Senator Ali Ndume has faulted the Federal Government’s amnesty for repentant Boko Haram insurgents. The senator stated this following report of a repentant Boko Haram member, who killed his father,…
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Boko Haram is showing more audacity, as seen in fresh attacks
The scourge of the Boko Haram is one thing that many Nigerians would agree has been felt for many years. The terrorist group has over time, inflicted pain, misery, and…
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There is a human toll for the continued existence of Boko Haram
A video has surfaced of 5 people believed to be aid workers being executed by suspected members of the Nigerian pseudo religious terrorist sect, Boko Haram. It has been some…
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Reactions as 602 Boko Haram members renounce membership, set for freedom
It has seemingly become a norm for Nigerians to awake to news of one gruesome Boko Haram attack or another. The staggering numbers of citizens killed by the insurgent group…
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602 repentant Boko Haram members denounce membership | 5 Things that Should Matter Today
Amidst increasing insurgent attacks in the North East of the country, there are reports that about 602 repentant Boko Haram terrorists have been set free after denouncing membership of the…
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356 Nigerian soldiers allegedly resigned in the middle of active duty, this should worry you
Unless you don't follow the news, then you must have come across one of the many reports of disgruntled military personnel, from order rank soldiers who abandon their posts or…
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Reactions as Boko Haram reportedly kills 28 Nigerian soldiers in latest ambush
Not a week goes by that news of assault by Boko Haram doesn't find it's way to the airwaves. The latest stream of attacks by the insurgent group has targeted…
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President Buhari’s response to latest Boko Haram attack sparks outrage
Following Thursday's attack on a United Nations Humanitarian Air Service helicopter by insurgent group, Boko Haram, President Buhari has issued a statement on the issue. His reaction however, has sparked outrage on…
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Bill to strip president of power to order assets forfeiture passes second reading | 5 Things that Should Matter Today
A bill seeking to strip the president of the powers to order for forfeiture of assets of accused persons has scaled second reading in the House of Representatives. The discretionary…
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All the growing concerns behind the ‘Service Chiefs’ trend
For at least one year, Nigerians have over and over again voiced the need for decisive action from the government on the spate of insecurity in the nation. Social media…
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The North is boiling again and here’s how Nigerians have reacted
by Toluwanimi Onakoya Gruesome and graphic pictures have flooded Twitter timelines; showing large amounts of murdered, lifeless bodies on the streets, on the grass and on the sand in the North-Eastern…
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9 killed in Kaduna village in fresh attack | 5 Things that Should Matter Today
A fresh attack by bandits in Avong Doka village in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna, has left 9 people dead. Though the police is yet to comment on the attack,…
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Forgotten in captivity? Leah Sharibu marks 17th birthday at Boko Haram camp
It's been over two years since Boko Haram abducted Leah Sharibu, the Christian teenager among over 100 other girls abducted by the insurgents from the Government Girls' Science and Technical…
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DJ Cuppy wants to use her platform to help upcoming artistes | 5 Things that Should Matter Today
DJ Cuppy has had an epiphany - she intends to use her platform to help upcoming artistes in the industry. While her foray into music itself has been fodder for…
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Abubakar Shekau & Boko Haram are making headlines, but is it all good news?
After almost a year of silence, a new audio recording purportedly from Abubakar Shekau, the religious and military leader of Nigerian religious extremist group Boko Haram has surfaced, sending social…
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Nigerian Army pulls the plug on General Adeniyi | The #YNaijaCover
An exclusive by online medium, Sahara Reporters Tuesday revealed that a senior Nigerian Army officer, Maj. Gen. Olusegun Adeniyi, who headed Operation LAFIYA DOLE and spearheaded the fight against Boko…
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The YNaija Cover – 4th March | Bounty on Boko Haram leader Abubakar Shekau
The United States Department of State is offering a reward of up to $7m (N2.5bn) for information leading to the arrest of Boko Haram leader, Abubakar Shekau. The Rewards for…
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Meet Senator Ibrahim Gaidam; sponsor of the new Boko Haram Bill
Nigeria has had more than its fair share of controversial senators since it returned to democratic rule in 1999. From former governors and ministers who contest for senatorial seats as…
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Agency for repentant terrorists – The YNaija Cover | 20th February 2020
The Senate has come under widespread criticism following its deliberations on a bill seeking to establish an agency that would see to the rehabilitation, deradicalization and integration of repentant insurgents…
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Ighalo plays against Chelsea, makes history; Sharia Council dares Boko Haram – 5 Things that Should Matter Today
Nigeria's Odion Ighalo made history on Monday night as he came on for new club Manchester United in the 2-0 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, replacing Anthony Martial in…
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The Bishop Kukah Controversy – YNaija Cover | 12th February 2020
The last one month appears to have been horrible for citizens in major parts of the North(ern part of Nigeria) with increasing cases of banditry, kidnappings, heinous murder and bombings…
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FG allegedly releases 1,400 Boko Haram detainees, Help us defeat Boko Haram – Gbajabiamila tells US Govt. | 5 Things that should matter today
Electricity in Nigeria is for the elite - NNPC GMD - Mele Kyari The Group Managing Director of Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Mele Kyari has expressed disappointment with the state of…
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Olatunji Omirin is the latest Nigerian journalist to be arrested by Nigerian forces
At this point, it has become common place to hear of Nigerian journalists, arrested either by the DSS or Nigerian Army, abducted by unnamed assailants or charged with terrorism or…
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Oxford Dictionary gets updated with Nigerian English, Supreme Court affirms Samuel Ortom’s election | 5 Things that Should Matter Today
The Oxford English Dictionary has been updated to include some Nigerian words and expressions. In the Oxford English Dictionary's January update, 29 Nigerian words were added and it was announced…
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5 Things that Should Matter Today: Boko Haram terrorists abduct aid worker Jennifer Ukambong Samuel in Borno
An aid worker from Bokkos LGA of Plateau state, Jennifer Ukambong Samuel has been abducted by the Boko Haram insurgents in Borno. Jennifer was abducted along with several others, including…
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YMonitor
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- 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