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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five stories to monitor today. Presidency and Saraki in war of words Following the accusations made by Senate President Bukola Saraki that there is a government…
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Alan Shearer wants England head-coach job
Former Newcastle United striker, Alan Shearer believes he has what it takes to replace Roy Hodgson after the 68-year-old resigned following England's abysmal exit from the Euros on Monday night. Alan Shearer,…
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#Euro2016: ‘I’m sorry it had to end this way’ – England coach, Roy Hodgson quits
Roy Hodgson has announced his resignation as coach of England after the team was sent packing out of the ongoing Euro 2016 after an agonizing 2-1 defeat to Iceland on Monday evening. Hodgson's…
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#Euro2016: England fall to dogged Iceland
Oh how the might have fallen... On Monday night, England were left with their hands on their head trying to make meaning of what had just happened as Iceland eliminated…
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Siasia releases 35-man provisional list for the Rio Olympics
Samson Siasia, head coach of the U-23 team has released the 35-man provisional list for this year's Rio Olympics. He included in the list, Super Eagles players such as John…
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Euro 2016: 14 interesting facts and firsts
by Dolapo Adelana UEFA Euro 2016 kicked off on Friday June 10, in France with 24 participating teams for the first time in its history. The European football championship had for…
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John Terry won’t retire at Chelsea, says ‘no fairy tale ending for me’
As he edges closer to 700 appearances for Chelsea FC, team skipper- John Terry has announced that there would be no elaborate ending for him at the English football club.…
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Calling all fat Nigerian men, British women think you make better lovers
Are you a man, big, old and handsome and not finding attention and love? Have no fear, we have good news for you.... British women have a thing for big…
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BBC mistakenly tweets Queen’s death
That awkward moment when you are hale and hearty, probably maybe chatting with friends when you hear your death being announced. I guess that is what probably happened to Queen…
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Eden Hazard will be supporting Arsenal against Monaco – Here’s why
by Mark Bassey Chelsea winger Eden Hazard, has confessed that he will be cheering London rivals Arsenal, when they face Monaco in the UEFA Champion League on Tuesday night. The…
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Why Manchester United’s Angel Di Maria put up his house for sale
by Mark Bassey Angel Di Maria has put up his mansion at the leafy Cheshire village of Prestbury for sale. Manchester United fans need not panic that the winger is…
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Where does Chelsea now rank in the top 5 kit sponsorship deals? (READ)
by Mark Bassey Chelsea have reached an agreement with tyre makers Yokohama Rubber, to sponsor their kits for the next five seasons. The mega deal will see the Blues bank…
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Miss South Africa is the new Miss World
by Temitope Onitiju Rolene Strauss of South Africa has won the 2014 edition of the Miss World beauty pageant. Hungarian representative, Edina Kulcsar was first runner-up, while Miss United States, Elizabeth…
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Queen of England finally joins the party, posts first-ever Tweet
by Damilola Jagun Her Royal Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II finally embraced micro-blogging platform, Twitter, by posting her first tweet on Friday, 24 October. Queen Elizabeth's first tweet was sent from…
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NFF admits defeat, to send refs to the UK to learn
by Mark Bassey The Nigeria Football Federation has concluded all arrangements to send the best of Nigerian referees to the United Kingdom for a special refresher course. According to the…
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I twice turned down the chance to coach PSG – Jose Mourinho
by Mark Bassey The manager of Chelsea FC, Jose Mourinho said he twice turned down the opportunity to coach French club, Paris Saint-Germain. In an interview with TF1's Telefoot programme on Sunday,…
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@Sisi_yemmie: Is a foreign Masters really worth it? My take!
by Yemisi Aiyedun On my way home yesterday I was listening to the radio and the topic of the day was very interesting. Wanawana was asking if studying for a…
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Akin Osuntokun on #Scotland2014 : The ghost of Biafra is back!
by Akin Osuntokun Apparently the ghost of Biafra has not been laid to rest. I should know. I got so carried away about the late Benjamin Adekunle and Alabi Isama’s…
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Akinfenwa, Nigerian footballer, is the strongest of them all
by Olorunwa Lawal AFC Wimbledon striker Adebayo Akinfenwa has been officially announced as FIFA 15's strongest player, EA Sports have confirmed. Akinfenwa was so annoyed by reports that he'd lost…
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Incredible! This cow has given birth to three different breed of calves
by Damilola Jagun A cow from Lincolnshire, in eastern England, has done an incredible feat, by giving birth to triplets, each of which is a different breed. The Lincolnshire cow,…
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It just got worse for Pastor Chris: Christ Embassy being investigated by UK’s Charity commission
by Kolapo Olapoju Christ Embassy founder, Chris Oyakhilome, and his wife, Anita, are presently enmeshed in a divorce proceedings, but all that may become a side show as the United…
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British man gets life sentence for killing 2-year-old Nigerian girl
by Kolapo Olapoju 20-year Dean Harris has been sentenced to life in prison by Cambridge Crown Court, England, for killing Amina Agboola, the 2-year-old daughter of a Nigerian man,…
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“I cannot relax” | The Falconets Coach is not here (or there) to play
by 'Ifreke Inyang Coach of the Falconets, Peter Dedevbo, has made it clear that his players are aiming for nothing but a win, when they face England in the last…
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TOO CUTE! Obafemi Martins and his son hit the streets (LOOK)
by S'ola Filani Obafemi Martins - ace footballer, ace father! The soccer star shared a photo of himself taking a stroll with his youngest son, hours ago. This makes us…
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Nigerian booze makes its way to the UK under the radar, and gets seized
by Mayowa Aboah Six thousand litres of Nigerian alcohol has been confiscated by British Border force in Tilbury. The contraband alcohol was split between two containers shipped to the…
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#SoTrueSoFalse: Did Messi want a move to Arsenal? (READ)
by Mark Bassey According to reports in Spain, Lionel Messi was keen on a move to Arsenal last season, in a transfer that would have shocked fans and pundits. The…
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Live in Liverpool? No thanks: Rodgers reveals why Sanchez snubbed move
by Mark Bassey Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers, has revealed that Alexis Sanchez chose Arsenal over Anfield, because he prefered to live in London. The forward completed his move from Barcelona…
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Travelogue: YNaija’s Alex Yusuf recounts his ultimate World Cup 2014 experience from Brazil (Part 2)
by Alex Zaqwan Yusuf Wish I could tell all of my experience, but I’m sure you get the picture. Fun all the way. - Read Part 1 of…
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Oh-la-la! Meet the sexiest sports reporters at the World Cup in Brazil (PHOTOS)
by Kolapo Olapoju If you thought the 2014 world cup in Brazil was only about footballers and matches, these photos would make you have a swift rethink. At the tournament…
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Luis Suarez officially completes £75million move to Barcelona
by Mark Bassey Barcelona and Liverpool have both confirmed that they have reached an agreement for a deal, that will see Luiz Suarez move to the La Liga side. It…
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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