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Dele Momodu: The heroes that made possible Buhari’s victory
by Dele Momodu “Once you start thinking about financial security, you’re beginning to run the risk of eroding your true self… Once you start thinking about money… I’m not sure…
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Gbemisola was not a mole in PDP, Bukola Saraki defends sister
by Ranti JosephThe Chairman, Senate Committee on Environment and Ecology, Senator Bukola Saraki has defended his sister, Gbemisola Saraki against accusations that she was an All Progressives Congress (APC) mole…
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YNAIJA ENDORSEMENT: We endorse APC’s Abdulfatah Ahmed for Kwara governor
The tussle for Kwara state government house will see the incumbent governor, Abdulfatah Ahmed contest with Senator Simeon Ajibola who is the flagbearer of the PDP. Ahmed, who is contesting under APC,…
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APC has a new headache… and it’s not the PDP
by Kolapo Olapoju After winning the presidential election and the majority of the National Assembly, the All Progressives Congress has a new headache... who will be Senate President? APC won…
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Bukola Saraki wins his stronghold… and he’s got proof (LOOK)
by Kolapo Olapoju The Senator representing Kwara Central District, Bukola Saraki, has been reelected to yet again serve his constituency at the upper chamber of the House of Assembly for…
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Buhari visits former British PM, Tony Blair (LOOK)
by Damilola Jagun Presidential aspirant of the All Progressives Congress, Muhammadu Buhari, who is currently in the United Kingdom, paid a courtesy visit to former British Prime Minister, Tony Blair.…
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#PlotTwist: Tinubu, Amaechi, Saraki’s phones have been bugged – APC cries foul
by Kolapo Olapoju The All Progressives Congress has accused the security agencies of the Federal Government of bugging the mobile phones of a national leader of the party, Bola Tinubu,…
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Kwara gov’s campaign team attacked by political thugs
by Ranti Joseph Kwara State Governor, Abdulfatah Ahmed's political campaign team was attacked on Wednesday, February 4 by political thugs in Isapa, in the Ekiti Local Government Area of the…
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Today’s Daily Brief: Jonathan finally visits Maiduguri, Jonathan promises to free captured territories, Saraki says Jonathan has impoverished Nigerians, and more
Cross River State Governor Liyel Imoke has called on all defected members of the Peoples Democratic Party to return to the party for the purpose of unity and continuity. Imoke…
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Bukola Saraki is clearly not impressed with FG’s Clean Cookstoves initiative (READ)
by Panshak Ibrahim In view of public concerns and criticism by various stakeholders on the recently announced N9.3 billion Clean Cookstoves Contract awarded by the Federal Government, Senate Committee…
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Today’s Daily Brief: GEJ reconciles with PDP Senators, IGP insists Tambuwal is ‘an ordinary citizen’, Saraki says GEJ can’t challenge PDP govs, and more
The Attorney General of Federation and Minister of Justice, Mohammed Adoke (SAN) and the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Suleiman Abba, on Friday argued that the Speaker of the House…
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Opinion: @PDPNigeria in Kwara State is finished!
by Lawal Abiola Barely few months to the PDP primaries ahead of the 2014 elections, there seems to be an uneasy calm at the head of the ladder due to…
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Opinion: Suspension of ‘Hope’- @BukolaSaraki and the sacrifice for a new Nigeria
by Olu Onemola As Saraki has now bowed out of the APC presidential battle royale, he has become one of the umpires of the race that will bring about Nigeria's…
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THE 2015 TRACKLIST: GEJ gets even more endorsements | Saraki denies endorsing Buhari | Did Mu’azu just endorse Wike for governor? | More stories
As you count down to the February General Elections, we show you what to read and what to skip today. GEJ gets even more endorsements. Vanguard Saraki denies endorsing Buhari.…
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@BukolaSaraki’s presidential bid suspension is a mess – 7 reasons why
by Kolapo Olapoju Senator Bukola Saraki, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, Nigeria's major opposition party, on Sunday, 12 October, announced the suspension of his bid to run…
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I’m not running for president again – @BukolaSaraki
by Godwin Akanfe Former Kwara state governor, Senator Bukola Saraki, has announced the suspension of his bid for the presidency in next year's general elections. Senator Saraki says he is…
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Buhari postpones Presidential declaration
by Laila Ibrahim Former head of state and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has postponed his formal declaration to contest for the presidency at the 2015 elections. Buhari…
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Today’s Daily Brief: Saraki wants Gov. Ahmed back, Peter Obi speaks on wasteful spending, and more
We deliver your news brief for Tuesday, October 4, 2014. Immediate past governor of Anambra State, Mr. Peter Obi, has blamed high cost of governance in Nigeria to the…
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THE 2015 TRACKLIST: Buhari hatches plan to defeat GEJ | APC thinks Jonathan is playing dirty politics | More stories
As you count down to the February General Elections, we show you what to read and what to skip today Buhari hatches plan to defeat GEJ Premium Times This is…
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Adams Oshiomhole is set to join the presidential race
by Ben Akhigbe Governor of Edo state, Adams Oshiomole, is set to join the All Progressives Congress's (APC) presidential ticket race. Already vying for the ticket are former Vice-President, Atiku…
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Squeaky bum time: Atiku to declare presidential ambition this month
by Isi Esene Reports reaching us say that Nigeria's former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar is seriously considering declaring his presidential ambition on September 24, 2014. Atiku who was former President Olusegun…
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Bukola Saraki: Mr. President, this is how to defeat Boko Haram
by Bukola Saraki For the President to say, when he met the girls’ parents this week, that he has had to “remain quiet” because it could hamper the work…
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Abimbola Adelakun: Fayose’s politics of ‘grass-roots politics’
by Abimbola Adelakun So, I wonder, is this what “grass-roots politics” in Nigeria is all about or what we are witnessing is a subversion of a good idea? Where are…
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For the record: We need proactive leaders – Bukola Saraki
by Bukola Saraki Today, we celebrate the re-birth of our nation’s democracy. On this day, fifteen years ago, the world watched as Nigeria ushered in a new era of government…
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Bukola Saraki: We must support the President in the fight against Boko Haram
by Bukola Saraki Regardless of politics, creed, or ethnicity, we must continue to give our Commander-in-Chief, our military, and all our security agencies our full support. As the struggle to…
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Opinion: But really, is Sen. Saraki a threat to Jonathan?
by Lawrence Okerinsola As earlier said, from recent gestures since defection, it is not difficult to assume Jonathan is politically worried about Saraki's defection, one of one hundred and nine…
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Wale Bakare: The many ‘sins’ of Sen. Bukola Saraki
by Wale Bakare Again, Saraki was at the front burner to condemn the presidency for sacking the erstwhile CBN governor in an unceremonious manner. His views corroborate those of the…
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I wasn’t surprised Jonathan sacked me – Bolaji Abdullahi
by Akan Ido Ex-Sports Minister, Bolaji Abdullahi today in Kwara State said he was not surprised over his removal from President Goodluck Jonathan's cabinet. Mallam Abdullahi said he was mindful…
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Dele Agekameh: Bolaji Abdullahi and the price of loyalty
by Dele Agekameh Now that the Senator has pitted his political camp with the APC, an opposition party that is pulling all the stunts to seize power from the ruling…
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Why Bolaji Abdullahi was sacked
by 'Jola Sotubo The sudden sack of the Nigerian Minister of Sports, Bolaji Abdullahi, has continued to cause aftershocks around the country. [READ: BREAKING: Jonathan sacks sports minister, Bolaji Abdullahi…
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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