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Opinion: Open letter to PDP presidential aspirants
Dear PDP Presidential Aspirants, His Excellencies, here is an open but terse letter. All the 13 People’s Democratic Party (PDP) presidential aspirants have converged in the city of Port Harcourt;…
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The Big 5: Communications Minister, Shittu allegedly skipped NYSC; Earthquakes now potential hazards in Nigeria – Abuja tremor report | More stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: Minister of Communications, Adebayo Shittu,is alleged not to have participated in the mandatory National Youth Service Scheme, despite graduating from the…
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The Big 5: Hours after resignation, Adeosun reportedly jets out to the UK; Return our stolen assets or keep quiet – Presidency to HSBC | More stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: Former Finance minister, Kemi Adeosun, has on Saturday reportedly jetted out of the country, hours after her resignation bothering on forgery…
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The Late 5: Osinbajo replies Atiku on restructuring; David Mark, Donald Duke jostle for PDP, SDP Presidential tickets | More stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: The debate between Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo and former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar on restructuring the country continued on Tuesday, with…
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David Mark joins race to occupy Aso Rock, promises restructuring of the country
Two-time Senate President, David Mark, has formally joined the race to contest the office of the President in the 2019 elections. The Senator representing Benue South Senatorial District disclosed this on…
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[The Injustice Blog] What exactly does David Mark do nowadays to afford a 3000-seater church?
Former Senate President and one of the most ineffective senators of the eight Senate, Senator David Mark recently donated a 3000-seater Church to his local Catholic Church in Benue state…
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[The Injustice Blog] Despite the poor state of education, health and insecurity in Benue, David Mark chose to build a church
Former Senate President and one of Nigeria's longest serving senators, David Mark recently donated a 3000-seater church to his community's Catholic parish in Otukpo, Benue. According to Mark, he donated…
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[The Injustice Blog] The Catholic Church in Nigeria has failed to walk the talk
The Catholic Church has remained one of the most outspoken Christian denominations in Nigeria. The Church and its leaders have over time spoken on the poor situation of things in Nigeria…
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The Late 5: Firdaus’ case gets the attention of Reps, David Mark faults EFCC’s claims and, other top stories
These are the top five stories that drove conversation today. The main opposition party, PDP has claimed that President Buhari is building prisons for its members. Most likely on the…
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David Mark says his colleagues were also offered the same deal he is ‘in trouble’ for
Former Senate President, David Mark has described as baseless, an accusation by the Federal Government that he purchased his house in Apo Legislative Quarters Abuja illegally. Background: The Federal Government had…
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The YNaija Cover this morning – the 19th of December
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FG accuses David Mark of illegally acquiring Senate President’s residence and we are not surprised
The Federal Government has accused former Senate President, David Mark of illegally transforming his official residence to a private property. Background: In September, the Special Presidential Investigation Panel for the Recovery…
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I didn’t receive, distribute N2bn campaign fund | David Mark denies allegation
Former Senate President, David Mark has denied reports of receiving N2 billion from the Peoples Democratic Party to distribute to senators. In a statement on Sunday by his Media Assistant,…
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The YNaija Cover this morning – the 23rd of September
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Those calling for Nigeria’s breakup should move on – Mark
Senate President, David Mark has said Nigeria can never breakup, stating that those calling for its split should move on. This is coming on the heels of calls for restructuring…
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Who will save the people of Benue from demon-casting Governor Ortom?
Ortom de Barrow! That hilarious clapback former Senate President, David Mark delivered to Benue state governor, Samuel Ortom while the two exchanged insults over a photo of wheelbarrows the governor…
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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 26th of May
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‘Ortom de barrow’ | David Mark, Ortom continue war of words
Former Senate President, David Mark has blasted Benue governor, Samuel Ortom describing him as ‘Ortom de barrow’. The duo had been exchanging words after a picture of wheelbarrows allegedly distributed by…
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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversations today
These are the top five stories that drove conversations today. THE WORLD HOLDS ITS BREATH AS PRESIDENT TRUMP FINALLY MEETS POPE FRANCIS President Trump is on the fourth day of…
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David Mark’s tenure as Senate President was a failure – Ortom
Benue State governor, Samuel Ortom has said the eight years tenure of Senator David Mark as Senate President was a waste. Ortom said this while reacting to a statement credited…
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How Jonathan delayed passage of anti-gay bill – David Mark
by Azeez Adeniyi Former Senate President, David Mark has said ex-President Goodluck Jonathan made the National Assembly delay the passing of the anti-gay bill because of President Barack Obama's reelection…
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You’re to blame for your defeat, Ijaw groups tell Jonathan
by Dolapo Adelana Prominent Ijaw groups and elders, Friday, said former President Goodluck Jonathan had himself to blame or his defeat in the 2015 Presidential election, The Nation reports. According to the…
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Jonathan lost because his wife fought with his confidants – David Mark
by Azeez Adeniyi Former Senate President, David Mark has said ex-President Goodluck Jonathan may have lost the 2015 Presidential elections because his wife, Patience, fought with most of his confidants.…
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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversations today
by Dolapo Adelana The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversations today 1. How I rejected Jonathan’s re-election bid in the presence of Adeboye, Oyedepo – Obasanjo Former president…
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How I warned Jonathan about Northern conspiracy against him – David Mark
by Dolapo Adelana Former Senate President David Mark has said he warned former President Goodluck Jonathan of a Northern conspiracy to remove him from office in the 2015 election. Mark, who…
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Mark, Gusau invited Jonathan to hold PDP stakeholders meeting – Makarfi
The factional chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ahmed Makarfi on Friday said former National Security Adviser, Gen. Aliyu Gusau (retd.); and an ex-President of the Senate, David Mark…
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Governor Yari’s excuse for meningitis, and 5 other times Nigerian politicians blamed God for their incompetence
by Tolu Omoyeni God will be sitting on his throne going about His business jeje and Nigerian politicians will just bring their loose mouths and drag the Almighty into matters that…
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The thing is, Buhari doesn’t know that his misogyny has actual consequences for Nigeria’s economy
by Sola Fasasi Anyone who actually knows Muhammadu Buhari, the president of Nigeria, knows that he is a very stubborn man, irritatingly stubborn, who will insist on his way even…
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Don’t impose candidates on members | David Mark warns PDP
Former Senate President, David Mark, on Monday warned the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) against imposing candidates ahead of its national convention. The warning was given in a statement released to…
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Just In: Appeal Court upholds David Mark’s election
The Court of Appeal has dismissed the petition filed by the All Progressives Congress candidate for the Benue South senatorial rerun election, Comrade Daniel Onjeh and re-affirmed the election of…
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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