NIN-SIM: Coconut Heads FC (3) &#8211; FG (1) | The #YNaijaCover

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‘Kini Big Deal?’ – Buhari, Osinbajo likely to take up COVID-19 vaccine challenge | The #YNaijaCover

Ever since news of a vaccine for COVID-19 hit the airwaves late 2020, divergent reactions have greeted the development. From excitement to hope, anxiety to fear and of course, warnings as well as criticisms – the list of emotions expressed at the development so far is inexhaustive. For a country like ours where influential personalities... Read More

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December 21, 2020

COVID-19 is not enough reason to digitise the NIN registration | How will LASG respond to this?

For most of the year, the world had to battle with the emergence of a new virus. While there were universal guidelines that were adopted globally, each region had its own way of observing and enforcing these rules. For Nigeria, it was an ironic mix of ignorance (mostly inadequate information) and paranoia, with some believing... Read More

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December 18, 2020

#COVID19 vaccine – mark of the beast or just biology?

2020 has been a peculiar year and has definitely taught us many things. But, one thing asserted itself so forcefully we can’t ignore it going forward – how easily swayed people are by conspiracy theories. Of course, human memory is fickle. Which means that however devastating the impact conspiracy theories are, we are apt to... Read More

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December 17, 2020

COVID-19: Nigeria needs to put structures in place to meet up with the challenges of the 21st century

Nigeria’s Minister of Health, Osagie Ehanire, has said that efforts are ongoing to acquire approved COVID-19 vaccines in January 2021. He disclosed this to journalists Wednesday, December 16, 2020; after the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting in Abuja. This is coming almost a week after Nigerians were advised to prepare for a possible second wave of the Covid-19 pandemic. Ehanire added that... Read More

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December 17, 2020

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#YNaija2020Review: Here are the Top Ten #COVID19 Misconceptions from 2020

2020 was that year! Although starting with a lot of promises to be a good year from the spiritual and cosmic conscious, the year took a turn with the COVID-19 which placed the world to a standstill for months. As cases of the novel virus spread globally, people came up with one thing or the... Read More

2020 Review, Lists, Rankings

November 18, 2020

An alleged epidemic may be in Kogi and all eyes must be on the government to act right

If there is one lesson we can learn from the Coronavirus pandemic is the fact that healthcare is easily, if not the single most important sector in any and every government. Therefore, negligence and insufficient funding for the health sector in even the most remote community in the world could literally lead to a global... Read More

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October 7, 2020

Tweets of shame: Presidential aide exposed for hypocrisy after clash with Wizkid | #TheYNaijaCover

Not many people could have predicted that international entertainer, Wizkid would be trading heated words on social media with Presidential aide, Lauretta Onochie. The clash had begun on Twitter over the weekend when Wizkid and other Nigerian celebrities called out President Muhammadu Buhari over the continued terror the Federal Special Anti-Robbery Squad (FSARS) unit of... Read More

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October 7, 2020

Wizkid clashes with Buhari’s aide over #EndSARS, Ogun appoints BBNaija’s Laycon as Youth Ambassador | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

The Ogun State government has appointed the winner of the 2020 Big Brother Naija Season 5, Olamilekan Agbelesebioba, popularly known as Laycon, as the Ogun State Youth Ambassador; gifting a sum of N5m and a three-bedroom bungalow to the BBNaija winner. Governor Dapo Abiodun disclosed this on Tuesday while playing host to Laycon in his... Read More

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September 29, 2020

N2.67bn meant for COVID-19 school feeding money discovered in personal accounts – ICPC | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has declared that the sum of N2.67 billion paid to some Federal Colleges for school feeding during the COVID-19 lockdown had ended up in private bank accounts. ICPC Chairman, Bolaji Owasanoye, made the disclosure in his keynote address at the second national summit on diminishing... Read More

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September 23, 2020

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Nigeria records 0 COVID-19 deaths in 24 hours; first since start of September | #TheYNaijaCover

Slowly but surely the reported COVID-19 cases in Nigeria has been on a steady decline, with fewer and fewer cases being reported. From the daily statistics of 300+ new cases, Nigeria has now levelled to a 100-or-less amount of new cases per day. The nation did not particularly experience a peak during this pandemic, and... Read More

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September 19, 2020

Combating COVID-19 pandemic in Nigeria: The role of community leaders

by Seun Akinyemi Globalisation has integrated the world together and makes it a global village such that when there is a catastrophe in a country, there is an increased risk of surrounding countries or beyond to be affected. COVID-19 pandemic started in China spreading to other countries of the world. The pandemic caught the world... Read More

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September 16, 2020

Reddington Zaine Laboratory offers free treatment package for Lagos air travellers

As International flights resume in Nigeria, Reddington Zaine Laboratory has announced plans to offer free treatment for air travellers who will be having their PCR testing upon arrival in Lagos, the nation’s commercial hub. The promotional treatment package which is only applicable in the event of a positive COVID-19 test includes; free doctor’s consultation, free... Read More

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September 10, 2020

Nigeria’s debt rises 8.3% to N31trn in 3 months, Gana: “Army learnt no lesson from murder of Boko Haram founder” | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Senator representing Benue North-East, Gabriel Suswam, has condemned Tuesday’s killing of Terwase Akwaza, better known as Gana alleged to be the most wanted criminal in the state. The former Benue Governor in a statement on Wednesday, noted that security operatives are yet to learn any lesson from the crisis triggered by the killing of Mohammed... Read More

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September 4, 2020

FG approves reopening of cinemas, event centres; puts schools and NYSC camps on notice | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

The Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19 Control has lifted all restrictions on markets and commercial stores in the country. PTF National Coordinator, Dr. Sani Aliyu, who disclosed this in Abuja on Thursday, stated that the Federal Government has approved the reopening of cinemas, gyms, amusement parks and outdoor event centres while urging state governments... Read More

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August 24, 2020

Facebook offers grants to 781 eligible small businesses to cushion effects of COVID-19

Facebook has announced a ₦500m grant to support 781 small businesses in Nigeria, as part its $100m Global Grants Programme announced earlier this year, which aims to support 30,000 SMBs in over 30 countries. Aimed at stimulating economic recovery following the effects of COVID-19, this will help empower and extend a lifeline to local small... Read More

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August 17, 2020

The Future Awards Africa announces 3-day TV & Digital Festival celebrating the power of youth | 27 – 29 November

In a bold move that pioneers a new way of delivering immersive event experiences in the age of COVID, The Future Awards Africa in partnership with Y! Africa has announced The Future Festival 2020 – a 3-day TV & Digital Festival to celebrate the transformative power of youth, especially in 2020. The festival holds from... Read More

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August 13, 2020

BeatingCorona from RED launches COVID-19 web map with the top 1,000 data points on Nigeria’s efforts

BeatingCorona from RED today launched its COVID-19 web map to help key stakeholders maintain focus and double-down on efforts to halt the spread of the virus in Nigeria. Leveraging the power of data analytics, the interactive platform spotlights flash-points in the concerted fight against COVID-19 while highlighting possible intervention areas for individuals, government, and donor... Read More

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July 24, 2020

#BBNaija: Culture Minister, Lai Mohammed reportedly made moves to stop show from airing

The Big Brother Naija show since its debut season has become the biggest reality TV show in the country. It has spawned a number of interesting and entertaining characters, who used the screen time afforded them to create highly engaging and unforgettable content. For this reason, the show has become the most anticipated show all... Read More

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July 13, 2020

What we know about the new ‘Coronavirus vaccine’ from Russia

Since the Coronavirus disease (COVID) was officially declared a pandemic, we have all watched in wait, anticipating and hoping for the world’s top scientists to manufacture a cure. One of the effects of the pandemic, as we have discovered, is quarantining entire population. People are required, and sometimes forced to remain indoors, to limit the... Read More

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July 2, 2020

#ThursdayTalksLagos: Accountability on COVID-19 funds dominate conversations at June edition

“How is the government spending COVID-19 funds?” a troubling question that plagues the minds of many Nigerians. June edition of Thursday Talks; a monthly conversation with thought leaders, change agents and active citizens aimed at driving conversations around the demand for good governance driven by active citizenship, attempted answering this question and establishing the importance of holding... Read More

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July 1, 2020

COVID-19: Reactions as gunmen attack Kogi hospital during media briefing

Shocking news hit the airwaves early Wednesday when it was reported that unknown gunmen attacked and disrupted a scheduled press conference at a hospital in the state. – Just In : Unknown Dozens of gunmen attacks federal medical centre Lokoja, Kogi State. pic.twitter.com/PVJtK4Bv4N — Postsubman (@Postsubman) July 1, 2020 The attack took place at... Read More

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June 17, 2020

Dexamethasone: All we know about the new COVID-19 ‘breakthrough drug’

As world leaders are invested in finding a vaccine for the coronavirus that has shaken the world to its core, more and more people have expressed hope for the vaccine to come in soon. However, recent developments have set in hope for the world with the introduction of Dexamethasone. Following the announcement by the World... Read More

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June 17, 2020

The EPL resumes today, posing a different kind of COVID-19 risk for Nigerians

Football is integral to the lives of significant percentage of the Nigerian population. Our football teams, both male and female are a rallying point and a source of national pride. We obsess over the private leagues, adore footballers, and discuss their careers, their personal lives and the value they bring to their clubs. We even... Read More

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June 12, 2020

345 in Lagos; Nigerians express shock at latest Coronavirus cases

by Toluwanimi Onakoya The first case of Coronavirus in the country was recorded in February. The patient, an Italian who predominantly worked in Lagos, had just returned from Milan when he was tested positive for the deadly disease. The government sprung into action, educating citizens on how to prevent coronavirus and soon after, setting in place... Read More

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June 11, 2020

Media trends in the ‘new normal’ you may want to consider for brand awareness

by Toluwanimi Onakoya The Coronavirus pandemic has left the world staggering in its wake. Having affected 158 countries, the effects of the virus have left a mighty mark on the world’s economy. Large scale quarantines, social distancing and travel restrictions put into action have made business marketing restricted. No one is going to see the billboards... Read More

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May 26, 2020

See why everyone is talking about School resumption in Nigeria

With the world gradually coming out of lockdown and getting back to normal, news of school resumption in Nigeria is not something that will go without many dropping one comment or the other. While there has not been any official announcement on the date of resumption in the country, many Nigerian have aired their views... Read More

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May 22, 2020