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#Genius100 honoree Obiageli Ezekwesili joins other global thought leaders to unveil world’s first 3D book, receives Howard University’s Vanguard Award
Nigeria’s Obiageli Ezekwesili, who was in 2018 honored as one of Albert Einstein Foundation Genius 100, has joined other global thought leaders in Florida, United States of America, to launch…
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The YNaija Cover this evening – The 11th of November
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President Johnson-Sirleaf says her statue in Imo will inspire African women
The President of Liberia, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf has highlighted that the erection of a statue in her honour in Imo will inspire young girls and women in the continent to…
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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 8th of November
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The Thread: “How did we find ourselves a mad man for Governor?” | TwitterNG reacts to Rochas Okorocha’s new statue
Rochas Okorocha, the Governor of Imo state has come again. He broadcast on Twitter that Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, the beloved President of Liberia will pay Imo state a visit. Twitter…
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Okorocha is set to unveil the statue of Liberia’s Johnson-Sirleaf
Having unveiled the statue of the President of South Africa, Jacob Zuma, - see reactions - the governor of Imo, Rochas Okorocha is set to unveil the statue of another…
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Liberia’s Supreme Court holds run-off election to hear fraud claims
Liberia’s Supreme Court has paused the November 7 presidential run-off election until it considers a challenge to first-round results by a losing candidate who has alleged fraud. Highlights: Charles Brumskine’s Liberty…
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Chude Jideonwo: Why Africa owes a debt of gratitude to Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
Joseph Boakai has served faithfully as deputy to Liberia's president, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf for about 11 years. But now they barely speak, and he has subjected her to blistering public…
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Buhari, 3 other African leaders meet over Gambia
President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday hosted three African leaders behind closed doors to discuss the impasse in Gambia. The meeting which held at the Presidential Villa Aso Rock had in…
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Buhari meets with Pastor Adeboye, Ooni of Ife, Liberian President [DETAILS]
President Muhammadu Buhari and Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, on Tuesday, had a meeting with the General Overseer of The Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye. The trio…
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Female Presidents in Africa: A rather short history
The world is beginning to acknowledge the role of women in society and power, this is evidenced by the greater focus demonstrated globally towards creating equality between the male and…
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Dr. Stella Adadevoh, Chimamanda Adichie make CNN’s Inspiring Women of 2014 list
by Anike Jacobs The Cable News Network (CNN) has presented its list of the most inspiring women of 2014 and two Nigerians, Dr Stella Ameyo Adadevoh and author, Chimamanda Ngozi…
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Liberia to get Ebola drug, ‘Zmapp’ from the United States
by Kolapo Olapoju Barely a week after declining to give Africa the experimental drug for Ebola, the United States government has reportedly agreed to give sample doses of the drug…
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Finance Minister, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala gets the David Rockefeller Bridging Leadership Award (PHOTOS)
by Akintomiwa Agbaje Governor of the State of Para, Brazil Simaol Jatene, Peggy Rockefeller Dulany, Chair of Synergos, Minister for the Economy Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, and CEO of Unilever, Paul…
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Opinion: Tambuwal’s tortuous path to the Presidency
by Azuka Onwuka It is an open secret that the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Alhaji Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has his eyes on the Presidency for 2015. It is…
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Liberian president promised Liberian national football team N22m to beat Super Eagles
by Reuben Daba The Liberian national football team, Lone Star, now has a good motivation to beat the Super Eagles of Nigeria when the two teams meet in a Nations Cup qualifier…
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The Boss Ladies: Merkel, Okonjo-Iweala, Sirleaf make Forbes Most Powerful Women List
by Stanley Azuakola Influential magazine, Forbes, has released its annual list of 100 most powerful women in the world for 2012. Nigeria has a single representative on the list in…
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Iron Lady Africa Edition: Liberian President Sirleaf suspends son, 45 others over asset declaration
Isi Esene Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf has suspended 46 government officials, including her son, for failing to declare their assets. Charles Sirleaf, the president’s son is the deputy governor…
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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