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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five stories you should monitor today. How cabal has been blocking us from meeting Buhari – CAN The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has alleged that…
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Justin Trudeau and the protesting Americans are the only winners after Trump’s first week in office
President Donald Trump has 45th President of the United States for all of one week and he's already pissed off the world, both within and outside the United States. Honestly,…
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Miss France, Iris Mittenaere, crowned Miss Universe 2016 and no, Steve Harvey made no mistakes (PHOTOS)
The 2015 Miss Universe, Pia Wurtzbach from the Philippines has just handed over her crown to Miss France, Iris Mittenaere. She was crowned by Miss Philippines, the former Miss Universe and…
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Are you watching the 65th Miss Universe? Here’s all you need to know about the competition (PHOTOS)
The Miss Universe competition has endured 65 editions yearly since the first one held in 1952. It was founded by a California-based clothing outfit, Pacific Knitting Mills and the Miss…
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“They are dirty, sneaky rats who blow up people” – Trump (WATCH)
US President Donald Trump has said those he is trying to keep out of America are "dirty and demented people". In a short video clip, Trump who seemed to be…
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Obama’s elder brother, Malik supports Trump’s Muslim ban
Former President Barack Obama's elder brother, Malik has supported President Donald Trump's ban on Muslims. In a series of tweets, Malik said Trump decision was born out of his love…
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“We won’t allow killing of Christians anymore!” – Trump
US President Donald Trump has shown solidarity to Christians in the Middle East. In a tweet on Sunday, Trump tweeted his disagreement with their alleged mass murder. He tweeted, “Christians…
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The Explainer: Why Nigerians shouldn’t rejoice over Trump’s Muslim ban
For the past couple of days, all hell has literally been let loose since the signing of an executive order by United States President Donald Trump that restricted entry to…
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Thousands of Americans protest Trump’s “Muslim ban” (PHOTOS)
Thousands of Americans have started protesting the decision by President Donald Trump to ban nationals of 7 predominantly Muslim Countries into the US. Nationals of these countries who have valid…
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Oscar nominee may not attend ceremony due to Trump’s Muslims ban
Academy Award nominee, Asghar Farhadi who is an Iranian may not attend the Oscar Awards due to the new US immigration ban. Citizens of Iran and six other predominantly-Muslim countries…
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BREAKING: Federal Court blocks Trump’s immigration ban
The American Civil Liberties Union announced Saturday evening that a federal court in New York had issued an emergency stay on President Trump’s executive order banning immigration from seven predominantly…
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America is a country of immigrants, Zuckerberg tackles Trump
Facebook CEO, Mark Zuckerberg has criticized President Donald Trump's decision to bar nationals of some countries and refugees from entering the US. "Like many of you, I'm concerned about the…
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We will ban Americans from our country – Iran
Iran has said it will ban Americans from entering the country after President Donald Trump signed an order restricting arrivals from Iran and six other Muslim states into the US.…
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Muslims barred from flights to US
Citizens of Iraq and Iran were on Saturday barred from boarding flights to America after President Donald Trump order the temporary ban of 7 Muslim countries. Trump had on Friday…
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Allow refugees entry into the US, UN agencies tell Trump
The United Nations refugee agency and International Organization for Migration (IOM) have called on US President Donald Trump to reverse the order to stop issuance of visas to refugees running…
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A good relationship with Putin would be a great asset – Trump
US President, Donald Trump is hoping to have ‘a very fantastic relationship’ with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump said this during a joint news briefing with visiting UK Prime Minister Theresa May. Trump…
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Opinion: Donald Trump and the age of masterful deception
by Ezinne Ukoha Donald Trump will be impeached. I am convinced that his days as president are numbered. How else can we explain his opulent rise from wealthy tycoon to…
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British media agog as White House misspells UK Prime Minister’s name
A White House press office memo on Friday misspelt the name of UK Prime Minister, Theresa May. The White House repeated the mistake twice, dropping the 'h' in May's name.…
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US President Trump, Putin to hold first phone conversation
US President Donald Trump will hold a phone conversation with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin on Saturday. “I can confirm that a telephone conversation is planned. It will be Saturday…
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Madonna is a disgrace to America, she is disgusting – Trump
US President Donald Trump has described pop singer, Madonna as "disgusting" for saying she has thought about blowing up the White House. Madonna had made the statement during the the…
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The Media Blog: Navel gazing about the media’s low approval ratings is nonsense
Whenever the media in America does anything that someone somewhere doesn’t like, the response is now predictable: X and X is why the media has such low approval ratings. Now,…
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Today’s Noisemakers: Donald Trump, Audu Maikori, MD, Ontario oil (Ada Ugo-Ngadi) and others
Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social matters,…
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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. BREAKING: FUEL SUBSIDY FRAUDSTERS BAG 10-YEAR JAIL TERM A Lagos High Court sitting in Ikeja has sentenced Walter Watgbtsoma and Adaoha…
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Mexico President cancels visit to White House over border wall row
Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto has canceled his meeting with President Donald Trump over argument on funding of the Mexican border wall. “We informed the White House this morning that…
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“Don’t visit Washington, if you won’t pay for the wall” | Trump tells Mexican President
US President Donald Trump on Thursday told Mexico’s President Enrique Pena Nieto to cancel his trip to Washington if he was unwilling to pay for the Mexican border wall. “The…
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The Sexuality Blog: The Global Gag rule will hit you too, eventually
Before I begin this, this is specifically for you Nigerians who sit in your houses and gripe about how we are hypocritical or pretentious for being wholly invested in international…
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President Trump signs order to start Mexico border wall
US President Donald Trump has signed two immigration-related decrees aimed at fulfilling his pledge to "build a wall" on Mexican border on Wednesday. Trump visited the Department of Homeland Security…
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President Trump bars immigration from 6 islamic countries
US President Donald Trump has indicated temporary ban on immigration from Muslim countries deemed a ‘threat to national security’. He said this on Wednesday while unveiling his actions on border…
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Today’s Noisemakers: Lai Mohammed, Ben Carson, Buhari and others
Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social matters,…
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Opinion: You Are Not Equal. I’m Sorry | #WomensMarch
by Dina Leygerman A post is making rounds on social media, in response to the Women’s March on Saturday, January 21, 2017. It starts with “I am not a “disgrace…
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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