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The YNaija Cover – the 11th of January
Follow the link(s) to read the stories and analyses on YNaija:
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“We’re tired of promises” – ASUU insists strike must go on
Contrary to expectations that the ongoing strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) will be called off soon, following a widely reported agreement between the union and the…
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Strike to be called off soon as FG reaches agreement with ASUU
The Federal Government has reached an agreement with members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige, who disclosed this late Monday in Abuja…
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The Big 5: SSANU commences nationwide protest; Buhari, APC not interested in campaigns for 2019 election, planning to rig – PDP | Other top stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: The Senior Staff Association of Nigeria Universities (SSANU) has commenced a three-day nationwide protest this Monday, citing alleged refusal of the…
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The Late 5: Ngige dissatisfied with level of progress, takes over FG-ASUU negotiations; House of Reps approve June 12 as new Democracy Day | Other top stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: The Presidential candidate of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar on Thursday said that the misrule of the ruling All…
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Oshiomhole is on his way to becoming Nigeria’s most powerful party administrator ever and here’s how we know
While the name, Adams Oshiomhole or more recently Osho Baba is not new on the country's political terrain, the recent developments may have revealed a lot more than majority of…
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The Big 5: FG disagrees with NGF over N22,500 proposal, approaches court to stop strike; Tinubu slams Atiku over 2019 strategy meeting in Dubai | More stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: National leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, has dismissed calls for the resignation of the party's national…
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Development is more important, we can only pay N22,500 wage – Governors tell Labour
Arising from its emergency meeting in Abuja late Tuesday, Governors of Nigeria's thirty-six states under the aegis of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) have restated their stance on the issue of…
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Nigerian Army reveals how missing General was reportedly killed; Atiku will emerge as President, London-based Magazine predicts | More stories
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Friday said it received nominations from 79 political parties for the 2019 presidential election and 6,352 for the National Assembly. According to INEC…
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The Late 5: Re-elect Buhari so power returns to you in 2023 – Fashola reportedly tells South West; Nigeria gains ‘almost nothing’ from Chinese loans – Agbakoba | More stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday inaugurated the new international terminal of Port Harcourt Airport, in Omagwa, Rivers, built by the Chinese…
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The Late 5: Viral video shows IPOB Leader, Nnamdi Kanu in Jerusalem, PDP submits Saraki’s name as Senatorial Candidate for Kwara Central | More stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: Leader of proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, who went missing in September 2017 was on Friday confirmed to…
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The Big 5: Jerry Gana rejects Donald Duke’s emergence as SDP flag bearer; Fayemi should help me pay Ekiti workers their outstanding salaries – Fayose | More stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: The Federal Government says it is yet to reach an agreement with the leaders of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) on…
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The Late 5: Finance Minister, Adeosun quits Federal cabinet, Buhari faces criticism over appointment of Yusuf Bichi as new DSS chief | More stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: Embattled Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun, has resigned her appointment. Ekiti Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has signed the 2018 supplementary budget of N9.9bn…
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The Late 5: Ekiti Assembly pass ‘Fayose’s’ N10bn supplementary budget; Former Ondo Gov, Mimiko joins Presidential race | More stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: Former Ondo Governor, Olusegun Mimiko has on Thursday declared his intention to run for the office of the President of Nigeria…
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The Big 5: Okorocha declares for Senate, Nigerians ought to clap for Buhari on a daily basis -Ngige | More stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: Governor Rochas Okorocha of Imo has formally declared his intention to contest the Orlu senatorial seat in the 2019 elections on…
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The Big 5: Dalung dares Presidency on NFF crisis; New minimum wage not feasible now – Ngige | More stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: The Federal Government has blamed the delay in the approval of a new minimum wage for workers in the country to…
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The Big 5: Buhari meets with APC Senators, Ministry says 75 Nigerians absconded in Russia after World Cup and other stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: President Muhammadu Buhari, on Wednesday held a meeting with senators elected on the platform of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). At…
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The Late 5: Oshiomhole is talking out of ignorance – Ngige, Ortom announces defection from APC and other stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: The Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr. Chris Ngige, has on Wednesday reacted to the threat by the National Chairman of…
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The Late 5: Ambode extends operation on Apapa gridlock by 30 days, Oshiomhole threatens to expel Ngige, Sirika from APC and other stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: The Lagos State Government has extended the activities of the Joint Security Task Force constituted jointly by the Federal and State Governments…
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The Big 5: Wike accuses FG of plot to frame him, Police Officers dismissed over use of tear gas and other stories
These are the stories that you should be monitoring today: Rivers Governor, Nyesom Wike, said he has uncovered a plot by the Federal Government to frame him up for gunrunning…
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The Late 5: Senate explains non-reduction of ages for Senators and Governors, PDP condemns Buhari’s statement on youth and 2019 and other stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: Deputy Senate President, Senator Ike Ekweremadu, on Friday explained that the 35 years age qualification for the Senate was retained to…
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The Big 5: FG says no new minimum wage by September, EFCC yet to find evidence against former SGF and other stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: The Federal Government says the payment of a new national minimum wage will not materialize by the end of September as…
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Relief for Nigerians as PENGASSAN suspends strike
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has suspended its nationwide strike, which was supposed to start today. Background: The union embarked on the strike to…
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Amaechi’s convoy engages in a show of shame, Education Ministry needs a new minister | YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for Ministers
Minister of Transport, Rotimi Amaechi over the weekend was embroiled in a messy public show of shame, as his convoy clashed with that of Rivers Governor, Nyesom Wike. Both men…
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How this administration has created more than 7 million jobs – Ngige
The Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige yesterday said no administration in the history of Nigeria had surpassed that of President Muhammadu Buhari in job creation. According to him, more…
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APC remains the best route to Igbo presidency – Oyegun
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) John Odigie-Oyegun Thursday, while inaugurating a fifteen-member campaign committee for the forthcoming governorship election in Anambra, said that the party remains the…
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Why FG shouldn’t be blamed for health workers’ strike – Ngige
Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige has said the ongoing strike by the National Association of Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) is not the fault of the Federal Government. He…
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Resident doctors continue strike despite meeting with FG
As reported by The Cable, the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has refused to call off its strike despite meeting with the federal government. On Wednesday, a federal government…
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You have breached the constitution | Ngige tells striking doctors
Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige has blasted the National Association of Resident Doctors for embarking on strike. Ngige said the doctors have breached the constitution for taking actions while…
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It is an industrial rascality | Labour minister, Ngige speaks on resident doctors strike
The minister of labour and employment, Chris Ngige has described the strike of resident doctors as an “act of rascality”. In a statement by the deputy director press in the…
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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