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New Congo mountain eruption imminent, warns volcanologist | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you may have missed out on: P-Square: Nigerian Afrobeats twins make up after years of feuding The musical twin brothers who…
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Tunisian women protest as Lawmaker faces sexual harassment hearing | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you may have missed out on: Former Congolese Prime Minister Clément Mouamba dies The former Congolese Prime Minister, Clément Mouamba, passed…
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Kenya bans local dance, says it increases immorality, early pregnancy | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you may have missed out on: Congo's $6 billion China mining deal 'unconscionable', says draft report Democratic Republic of Congo should…
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Akon is convinced that Africans fight gorillas with their bare hands
There are certain variables, such as distance, single stories and economic philosophies that tends to create a cultural disconnect in the world. These elements, as we've seen, can create a…
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Reactions as Belgian King sends Congo shocking letter on 60th Independence Anniversary
Social media site, Twitter, flew the blue-yellow-red flag of Congo, high in honour of their 60th independence on Tuesday. Conversations on how far the country had come, the notable personalities…
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Ebola is finally history for the Democratic Republic of Congo
In the mass hysteria of the Coronavirus and the West's confusion as to how the virus has not infiltrated Africa when it has wreaked mass havoc in Asia, Europe and…
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Ebola is slowly inching its way across West Africa and Nigeria is clearly not ready for another epidemic
Healthcare in most parts of Africa is a mess, and most Africans are just one illness away from death or poverty. Currently, all eyes are on Congo as it battles with the…
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Feyi Fawehinmi: War is good; Africa needs it
In 2017, YNaija committed a big part of its time and resources towards carefully documenting the big stories happening in the country and on the continent and highlighting the efforts…
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Ebola: FG, Lagos state to sanction Kenya Airlines
The Federal and Lagos State governments on Thursday said they would punish Kenya Airways for conveying a corpse from an Ebola-infested country, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), to Nigeria without…
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Ebola: FG may sanction Kenya Airways for conveying corpse from Congo
The Federal Government may sanction Kenya Airways for flying a corpse to Nigeria from the Democratic Republic of Congo where an outbreak of Ebola virus has been reported. This was…
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Ebola: We are on top of the situation – Health minister
by Azeez Adeniyi The Minister of health, Prof. Isaac Adewole has said the Federal Government is ready to ensure the recent outbreak of Ebola virus in Congo does not spread…
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Ebola: FG increases screening at major airports
by Azeez Adeniyi The Federal Government has deployed additional personnel, thermal scanners and sanitisers to Lagos and Abuja airports in order to prevent Ebola outbreak in Nigeria, Punch reports. The…
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‘I was told the show had been cancelled’ | Peter Okoye releases more shocking details about Congo show
We told you of a disclaimer Peter Okoye issued regarding a show in Congo that Psquare was billed to perform and how he was bashed for bringing the matter to…
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Riot and rape forces Davido to pull the plug on Congo show (WATCH)
While Wizkid had to pull out of his performance at the wireless festival in the UK on Friday as a result of a visa issue, his fellow colleague Davido pulled the…
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Fans lash out at Peter Okoye for pulling out of Psquare show
On Friday night, Peter Okoye issued a disclaimer regarding a Psquare performance at an Airtel-sponsored concert scheduled to take place in Congo. According to Peter, the event was booked by their…
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Congolese star, Papa Wemba dies on stage (WATCH)
Congolese music star Papa Wemba - real names was Jules Shungu Webadio - has died after collapsing on stage in Abidjan in Ivory Coast. Papa Wemba, who was 66, slumped…
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Congolese male fan weeps upon Davido’s arrival (WATCH)
Overt the years, crowds have cheered, girls have fainted... for the love of one superstar -Davido. Nonetheless, the Nigerian singer definitely didn't expect what he witnessed on Saturday at the…
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APC candidate, Buhari promises a better Nigeria for all
by James Sambo All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Candidate, General Muhammadu Buhari (retd), says APC would provide the necessary military equipment and personnel to end insurgency in the country, while…
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I advised Keshi to quit @NgSuperEagles, but he didn’t listen – Onigbinde
by Mark Bassey Recently, several former coaches of the Super Eagles have urged Stephen Keshi to quit as gaffer of the national team. Now adding his name to the list…
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Pres. Jonathan hails Super Eagles over victory against Congo
by Isi Esene President Goodluck Jonathan has commended the efforts of the Nigerian Super Eagles to revive the country's hopes towards qualifying for the African Cup of Nations in Equatorial…
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I will pray to God for #Nigeria to qualify for Nations Cup – Onazi
by Mark Bassey 'In God we trust'; No one believes this at this point in time more than the Super Eagles. Lazio Midfielder, Onazi Ogenyi says he will pray to…
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Ebola aid: ECOWAS donates $1.5million to Liberia, Guinea and Sierra Leone
by Laila Ibrahim The Extra Ordinary meeting of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Heads of States and Government has announced the donation of $1.5million to the three…
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“Fashion is bigger than football in Nigeria” – Top Twitter reactions to Lanre Da Silva’s comments
by Kolapo Olapoju Nigerian fashion designer, Lanre Da Silva Ajayi was a guest on Channels Television programme, 'Sunrise Today', on Saturday, 25 October, and she harped at length on her…
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Stephen Keshi denies being sacked, as Ethiopia woos him
by Mark Bassey Erstwhile coach of the Super Eagles, Stephen Keshi has categorically refuted the claims that he was axed by the Nigeria Football Federation. While speaking in Ilorin during the…
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Its the old days again: Psquare brothers hit the beach in Dubai
by Damilola Jagun Psquare have managed to survive the rift that threatened to break up the group, and have subsequently released their 6th studio record, 'Double Trouble'. The group has…
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International deal: How Psquare got into partnership with global beer brand ‘Skol’
by Kolapo Olapoju Nigerian superstars, Psquare have gone into partnership with international beer brand, Skol, to be its face in the Democratic Republic of Congo and other African countries. The…
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Keshi replace injured Victor Moses with Dolphins striker
by Mark Bassey Nigeria coach Stephen Keshi, has called up Dolphins forward, Emem Eduok as replacement for Stoke striker, Victor Moses, who was forced off after only 18 minutes of Stoke's…
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New NFF boss, Pinnick has no love for Keshi, but Big Boss vows to carry on with the job
by Mark Bassey The new President of the Nigerian Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick, is not so fond of the gaffer of the Super Eagles, Stephen Keshi. Pinnick, before emerging the…
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Fear of Ebola: Akon performs in plastic bubble in Congo
by Chidi Okoye The fear of Ebola is the beginning of Wisdom. To avoid catching Ebola during a concert in Congo, R&B star Akon performed in a giant plastic bubble.…
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Keshi’s future with Super Eagles uncertain
by Olorunwa Lawal Super Eagles head coach, Stephen Keshi, is yet to decide on his future as the coach of the national team. Keshi, whose contract expired after the FIFA…
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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