Pregnant? Naaa!: Nollywood sweetheart, Genevieve Nnaji sparks debate with (interesting) picture (LOOK)

by Akan Ido Nollywood sweetheart, Genevieve Nnaji posted a photo of herself on Instagram recently wearing a casual outfit and effortlessly looking chic. Her outfit has, however, drew the attention of fans who are of the opinion that she might be pregnant while others believe the grey top she has on is playing some minds... Read More

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August 8, 2013

Opinion: I shed hot tears for Nigeria’s future

by Akan Imoh Our students are at home, our poor lecturers are hungry, yet it is the least of worries for those in power. How can the education of our future leaders be important when there are other important issues like the Rivers State Crisis, PDP, APC and the others, a permanent secretary on sabbatical... Read More

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July 10, 2013

Mondiu Jaiyesimi: A note on the UK’s shale gas debate (Y! Policy Hub)

by Mondiu Jaiyesimi Another key consideration is the public acceptance of shale gas drilling. It is still unclear how this will impact on the development of the industry when drilling begins on a large scale in the UK. Considering how important public opinion is in the UK political terrain… The American example of how the... Read More

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April 14, 2013

Simon Kolawole: Amnesty for Boko Haram – Let’s have the debate we badly need

by Simon Kolawole For me, the issue now is not whether or not to grant amnesty and employ dialogue to put an end to this bloodshed. History, dare I say, has perfected a way of repeating itself. It’s either we don’t pay attention to it or our memories are pretty too brief. In 2009, when... Read More

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April 13, 2013

“The smartest guys in the room!”: We present the hot new YNaija2015 ad campaign (LOOK)

by Isi Esene The quality of political leadership is defined by the quality of participation and engagement with the political process. Credible candidates, a vibrant media and an active and engaged youth population form the basis of a smooth and quality electoral process. With the increasing knowledge and exposure of the electorate, critical questions are... Read More

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April 12, 2013

Opinion: When it comes to the hair debate, I am all for Chimamanda Adichie

by Lillian Chioma Nwosu Adichie is not advocating some kind of hair monkhood, she is advocating the acceptability of our own hair as a valid and beautiful choice, even if alongside foreign- looking hair. “Views are tainted with bias, but some views are ‘too’ tainted with bias. A clear example is the hair debate that... Read More

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April 4, 2013

Opinion: Despite CNN selling gay marriage, I am still against it – This is why

by Olumuyiwa Ayoola No matter how physically built a woman can be, she cannot play the role of a man same with a man. Irrespective of how well you can twist your waist, it will still not make you a woman. There is perhaps no debate that is divisive right now as the one on... Read More

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February 3, 2013

Hauwa Gambo: Why I became prouder than ever to be part of YNaija (Y! Frontpage)

By Hauwa Gambo The duty of a newspaper is to present society – through news, features, and opinion – in its full form; sometimes unpalatable, sometimes unsavory, sometimes deeply troubling – but always fairly and truly; and in service of its goal to advance society through the ventilation of knowledge. There are a few things... Read More

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January 26, 2013

Are Nigerians returning home from abroad helping or hurting the economy? Join the debate (WATCH)

by Isi Esene With the influx of Nigerians abroad back to their homeland, the debate has been on the benefits or otherwise of their decision to return home. In a Battabox video which samples people’s opinions, many respondents answered the all important question – are those returning home helping or hurting? “I don’t think they... Read More

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January 2, 2013

Fran Hall: Some New Year’s resolutions women should make

by Fran Hall Inspired by the letter to Santa from all women, I’ve taken the liberty of writing a list of New Year’s resolutions for women. Because it is tragic to think just how many women will make a resolution list for 2013 that looks something like this: 1) Lose weight 2) Get prettier 3)... Read More

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November 13, 2012

Iyinoluwa Aboyeji: How to get our youth working (YNaija FrontPage)

First, there is quite obviously the silly mindset of a lot of young Nigerians have that certain jobs are beneath them. Some young Nigerians still believe their degree gives them an automatic ticket to a white-collar job in an air-conditioned office. So week before last, in response to a famous question by entertainment magnate Audu... Read More

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November 5, 2012

US presidential election: Both sides should calm down

by Joe Scarborough We can fret, flail around with our theories, over-analyze and pontificate as to why our side will win. But in the end, it’s still in the hands of Americans. And for that, I remain eternally grateful. People want to be told that everything is going to be ok. My Democratic friends have... Read More

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October 23, 2012

TICKER: US presidential debate: Obama, Romney best quotes

Mitt Romney and President Barack Obama sparred on issues from Russia to Iraq in the third and final presidential debate Monday in Boca Raton, Fla. Here are some of their most memorable lines: On Al Qaeda: Romney: “I congratulate him on taking out Osama bin Laden and going after the leadership in Al Qaeda, but... Read More

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October 23, 2012

TICKER: Obama won the debate – Polls

The first snap poll of tonight’s debate shows — contrary to some assessments in the pundit class — a clearer win for President Barack Obama than last week’s debate at Hofstra: @CBSNews BREAKING: CBS NEWS INSTANT POLL Who won the #Debate? OBAMA: 53%; ROMNEY: 23%, TIE: 24% (Margin of Error: 4%; Sample Size: 521) –... Read More

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October 22, 2012

TICKER: 5 things to watch out for in today’s Obama-Romney debate

The greatest show on earth meets for one last time tonight in the Sunshine State. President Barack Obama and Mitt Romney have had two of the most memorable debates in modern presidential history, and they get together for the last one in Boca Raton, Fla. tonight. Obama needs to keep Romney from looking like an... Read More

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October 18, 2012

TICKER: Romney’s son says he wanted to punch Obama yesterday

agg Romney did not like it when President Obama accused his dad of dishonesty during Tuesday night’s debate. In an interview with a local North Carolina radio station Wednesday, the candidate’s eldest son was asked what it was like “to hear the president of the United States call your dad a liar.” “Jump out of... Read More

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October 12, 2012

“Joe! Stop laughing!” – Top tweets on Biden’s performance in last night’s debate

by Hauwa Gambo The Democratic base might have fallen in love anew with Vice President Joe Biden in yesterday’s vice presidential debate in the US elections, but the press… not so much. Channeling his inner Al Gore circa 2000, Joe Biden seems to have delivered an over the top performance. See tweets form some of... Read More

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October 8, 2012

Onoshe Nwabuikwu Reviews: Bisi Olatilo goes over the top, the Ondo debate, and more

by Onoshe Nwabuikwu Did you know it was Independence? Monday October 1, 2012 was Nigeria’s 52nd Independence anniversary. Not that you needed reminding. I’m also fairly certain that the events of the past one to two weeks would have jogged the memory of even the worst amnesiac. So, did you feel the Independence Day... Read More

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October 5, 2012

#JustIn: Goodbye, Debate Bounce: US unemployment rate falls below 8 percent

by Hauwa Gambo Ah, so here’s the reason Barack Obama was so calm during his debate with Republican Mitt Romney. Barely 24 hours after Romey took control of the election narrative, this came out today. According to the AP: “The U.S. unemployment rate fell to 7.8 percent last month, dropping below 8 percent for the... Read More

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October 4, 2012

“Obama needs his teleprompter!” – See the Top 10 tweets on the Obama-Romney debate

by Hauwa Gambo Many Nigerians, and many across the world, stayed glued to their TV sets and the internet watching, pretending to watch, and monitoring the US Presidential Debate between Barack Obama and Mitt Romney. The comments moved between shocked and impressed, hilarious and angry. See below our Top 10 tweets from across the world!... Read More

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October 4, 2012

“I have no idea what you’re talking about!” – Romney zings Obama in debate (See top 5 quotes)

by Hauwa Gambo So you already know: many Nigerians, and Africans, were rooting for US President Barack Obama in his first election debate against Mitt Romney in Denver. Well, sorry, the world called it: Obama lost this one. Caricatured as a bumbling, fumbling candidate, the Republican Romney came out swinging – and smashed the stereotypes.... Read More

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July 25, 2012

It’s ACN-CPC vs PDP on Twitter! Click to read details of today’s debate

by Adeniyi Abdul Well here’s something new. As opposed to the usual sly jabs here and there and downright bashing that comes from several angles, could some form of change be made, or at least awareness created, by making a conscious effort towards constructive criticism? Maybe not, but some people certainly think it’s worth a... Read More

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May 9, 2012

Femke van Zeijl: A Journalist’s checklist in times of terror

Do not publish about bomb scares. We do not publish about false fire alarms or almost accidents either. I have been criticised on Twitter about not saying much on Boko Haram. I have explained that Boko Haram gets enough free air time as it is. Moreover at the moment I don’t feel I have anything new to add to... Read More

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February 20, 2012

“We have a few questions for you!” EnoughisEnough Nigeria to host Cross River’s first Youth-Focused Governorship Debate

by Hauwa Gambo On Saturday, 25 February, the people of Cross River will have the opportunity to vote for its next Executive Governor. Following the success of last year’s ‘What About Us? Debate’ – Nigeria’s First Youth-Focused Presidential Debate; Enough is Enough Nigeria will partner with Afterschool Peer Mentoring Program to host Cross River’s First... Read More

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