by Jude ‘Feranmi “Defeat may serve as well as Victory, to shake the soul and let the glory out” – Edwin Markham The singular act of President Goodluck Jonathan of calling the now President Elect Muhammadu Buhari to concede defeat and wish him the best has generated so much debate that I consider it necessary... Read More

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April 2, 2015

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Ralph Egbu: Who will give Abia a sound development master plan? (Part 1)

by Ralph Egbu Given the level of our social and economic development, some interventions from notable quarters can sometimes be counterproductive because of the level of emotions that can be stirred up. Today’s discourse was done many days before Saturday’s presidential election, yet, many things can be accurately foretold such as avoidable discrepancies marring what... Read More

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April 2, 2015

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Abdulrahman Leme: For the love of country, keep voting for change

by Abdulrahman Leme Life as a Nigerian was promising, I was raised in a multi-cultural neighbourhood where respect for one another, discipline and tolerance were the hallmark of our peaceful co-existence. I had a passion for patriotism burning in me, each day I was looking at ways that I can contribute to make Nigeria better,... Read More

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March 30, 2015

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Opinion: The probability of Mr. Fani Kayode’s 23 states claim is very low

by Abdulmumin Ajia, Ola Adeola Both of the two major gladiators in this contest would most probably meet the constitutional threshold but the candidate with the majority vote between the two would end up being duly elected President. First off, why does Mr. Fani – kayode need to insult his opponents in order to get... Read More

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March 28, 2015

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Adebayo Coker: Does the ‘D’ in D-day really stand for doom?

by Adebayo Coker There is no fence to sit on anymore as that has been pulled down by the continued bastardization of our nation state. You will only continue in delusion if you think the fence still exists. Kindly slam that song Natural Mystic by Bob Marley into your stereo and let it roll as... Read More

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March 26, 2015

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Is’haq Kawu: These elections won’t kill our country

by Is’haq Kawu “We, therefore, do not believe that a country should die because it held elections. On the contrary, elections should strengthen democracy, and reinforce national development. In view of that, we do not agree with any group or interest threatening fire and brimstone over the outcome of the elections. Nigeria belongs to us... Read More

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March 25, 2015

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Opinion: The mornings after the bruising campaigns

by Waziri Adio We need to start thinking more as citizens than as partisans. And we need to return to the very important work that electioneering has distracted us from. Barring another last-minute orchestration, the much anticipated 2015 presidential election will hold in four days. Presidential campaigns will officially stop on Thursday, bringing this unusual... Read More

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March 25, 2015

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Opinion: The real winner should be Nigeria’s democracy

by Kayode Komolafe The air of uncertainty heralding the elections is another symptom of underdevelopment. The processes should be regular and predictable. It would not be asking for too much that this should be attributes defining the political process. By this time next week the 2015 presidential election must have been won and lost. That... Read More

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March 22, 2015

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Simon Kolawole: Here’s what to expect after the presidential election

by Simon Kolawole …the election will come and go and Nigeria will not go to war. There will certainly be protests and demonstrations, no matter who wins. That is why we are Nigerians: we hardly accept that we have been fairly beaten. Here we go again: another presidential election is upon us. The season... Read More

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March 22, 2015

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Opinion: Card Reader – Doing the right thing at the wrong time

by Umar Hassan A wise person never lets what he wants to happen to becloud the reality on ground. My people have a saying down here in the North-You can start to tell how good a Friday will be on a Wednesday. A wise person never lets what he wants to happen to becloud the... Read More

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March 16, 2015

Opinion: #NigeriaDecides is an election, not war

by Yadoma Mandara A society that presumes a norm of violence and celebrates aggression, whether in the subway, on the football field, or in the conduct of its business, cannot help making celebrities of the people who would destroy it. An election is central to any democratic system, it allows ordinary citizens to choose who... Read More

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March 11, 2015

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Opinion: Can hate speeches really win elections?

by Victor Emejuiwe The body language of our leaders shows they are enjoying all the hate propaganda against their opponent. They have succeeded in breeding up followers with malicious mannerism which is very unhealthy for the younger generation. I can vividly recall Shehu Shagari’s 1980 inauguration speech, which was titled “My Vision for Nigeria.” Part... Read More

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February 19, 2015

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Opinion: How to make Nigeria the winner in the upcoming elections

by Abdulrahman Dambazau How can Nigeria be the winner when the vast majority of people live in perpetual fear? Freedom from fear is not only a fundamental right in human security, but it also compliments the freedom from want. The theme “2015 Elections: How to make Nigeria the Winner” appears simple, but I found it... Read More

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February 13, 2015

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Opinion: Dear politicians, we are not burnt offerings

by Emmanuel Egobiambu The power is in our hands to resist all appearances of political incitement by unscrupulous elements who seek to score cheap political goals because it would amount to an own goal if we succumb to their machinations As political events heat up, it is expedient to note that the manner, in which... Read More

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February 6, 2015

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Opinion: The politics behind ‘no election break’ for students

by ‘Lakunle Jaiyesimi Today, the school anthem is extant but the essence is gone. The sincere passion with which that anthem was rendered in the past, with its attendant fever, is no more a thing on display. The lyrics of the Great University anthem are no more believable to current students, maybe even future students.... Read More

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February 5, 2015

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Opinion: Link Buhari to Boko Haram now or forever hold your peace

by Afe Afekhume The Nigerian government has been on this war of Terror for about 5 years now and they should have gathered enough intelligence to know the real sponsors of Boko haram. ….In the build-up to the 2012 US elections, Republican Mitt Romney was hot on Democrat and incumbent president, Barack Obama’s heels. Several... Read More

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October 18, 2014

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@RenoOmokri’s poll for GEJ backfires, as Buhari leads

by Kolapo Olapoju The Special Assistant to President Goodluck Jonathan, on New Media, Reno Omokri, has committed his latest goof, which might seriously cost him. He organized a poll on http://buildupnigeria.com, under the title, “If the Nigerian Presidential election were held today, who would you vote for between President Goodluck Jonathan and General Muhammadu Buhari?”... Read More

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July 30, 2014

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6 die as another explosion hits Kano State

by Mayowa Aboah A bomb explosion by a female suicide bomber at College of Islamic and Legal studies, Kano State, has left six dead with six others injured. Director-General of the National Orientation Agency, Mike Omeri, who confirmed the incident said; “At about 2.30 pm (1330 GMT), another female suicide bomber exploded an improvised... Read More

July 30, 2014

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YNaija Interview: Over exuberance will be Obanikoro’s undoing – Demola Seriki

by Gbenga Olorunpomi After holding four ministerial appointments, Demola Seriki, an All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain and accountant, knows a great deal about the politics and intrigues of holding public office in Nigeria. A professional and thorough-bred technocrat, Mr. Seriki it was, who first brought Musiliu Obanikoro into public limelight in 1992 after appointing him as a Personal Assistant... Read More

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July 29, 2014

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Fight time – parents of Chibok girls allege foul play over N100 million largesse from the President

by Mayowa Aboah The sum of N100 million, allegedly given to parents of the abducted Chibok girls, has led to a serious disagreement within the Chibok community. It was reported that the President had on July 22nd, released the funds to leaders of the Chibok community in Abuja for onward passage to parents of... Read More

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July 29, 2014

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YNaija Editorial: So, what is the Jonathan government getting right?

This president’s record on security can rightly be graded negative, we are not yet winning the war against Boko Haram and we are failing on securing communities and states and building a frame of trust across the Nigeria. His federal government has also missed a huge opportunity to rally Nigerians in conduct, strategy and focus... Read More

July 26, 2014

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Brace Yourself! GEJ says 2015 elections will be a positive shocker

by Mayowa Aboah President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan, has stated that the 2015 general elections will be a surprise to the world. The President said this while at the traditional breaking of Ramadan fast with senators and members of the diplomatic corps, who joined him at the State House New Banquet Hall.... Read More

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Opinion: Is Pres. Jonathan’s concession really heroic?

Ralph Egbu: Who will give Abia a sound development master plan? (Part 1)

Abdulrahman Leme: For the love of country, keep voting for change

Opinion: The probability of Mr. Fani Kayode’s 23 states claim is very low

Adebayo Coker: Does the ‘D’ in D-day really stand for doom?

Is’haq Kawu: These elections won’t kill our country

Opinion: The mornings after the bruising campaigns

Opinion: The real winner should be Nigeria’s democracy

Simon Kolawole: Here’s what to expect after the presidential election

Opinion: Card Reader – Doing the right thing at the wrong time

Opinion: #NigeriaDecides is an election, not war

Opinion: Can hate speeches really win elections?

Opinion: How to make Nigeria the winner in the upcoming elections

Opinion: Dear politicians, we are not burnt offerings

Opinion: The politics behind ‘no election break’ for students

Opinion: Link Buhari to Boko Haram now or forever hold your peace

@RenoOmokri’s poll for GEJ backfires, as Buhari leads

6 die as another explosion hits Kano State

YNaija Interview: Over exuberance will be Obanikoro’s undoing – Demola Seriki

Fight time – parents of Chibok girls allege foul play over N100 million largesse from the President

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