Tinubu’s election as president in 2023 will solidify my accomplishments – Buhari; Nigeria’s Flamingos qualify for first-ever World Cup semi-final | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Tinubu’s election as president in 2023 will solidify my accomplishments – Buhari; Nigeria’s Flamingos qualify for first-ever World Cup semi-final | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Tinubu’s election as president in 2023 will solidify my accomplishments – Buhari Nigeria’s Flamingos qualify for first-ever World Cup semi-final Seven feared dead as gunmen attack Apostle Suleman in Edo Floods kill 50 in Adamawa Officials recover 36 bodies after attack in Nigeria’s north Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are... Read More

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October 19, 2022

Wike donates N300 million to the wives of Lagos State officials amid disastrous flood in Rivers

Nyesom Wike, governor of Rivers State, has donated N300 million to COWLSO, the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials. The donation was revealed by Governor Wike during the ongoing 22nd National Women’s Conference (NWC) in Lagos. The donation comes in the aftermath of a recent severe flood that swamped numerous communities in Rivers state,... Read More

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October 18, 2022

I would have arrested Peter Obi in Kaduna – Nasir El-Rufai; FIFA Women Under-17 World Cup: Nigeria Defeat Chile to Advance to Quarter Finals | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

I would have arrested Peter Obi in Kaduna – Nasir El-Rufai Nigeria flood death toll tops 600 as thousands evacuated Ballon d’Or 2022: Benzema announced winner ahead of Mane, De Bruyne FIFA Women Under-17 World Cup: Nigeria Defeat Chile to Advance to Quarter Finals 2023 Elections: Atiku’s popularity has sent Tinubu, Obi into panic –... Read More

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September 26, 2022

Nigeria would’ve been partly sold to China but for Buhari, APC – Yahaya Bello; Alleged Kidnapper, John Lyon arrested by the Nigerian police | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Nigeria would’ve been partly sold to China but for Buhari, APC – Yahaya Bello Alleged Kidnapper, John Lyon arrested by the Nigerian police $23m Abacha loot: Buhari, Malami sued over Nigeria’s agreement with US 7, including child, die as commercial bus catches fire in Lagos Over 500 houses submerged, millions lost in Kogi Across Nigeria’s... Read More

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September 13, 2022

Save my life, my father has kidney issues too – Ekweremadu’s daughter; Court shifts judgment in PDP’s suit against Tinubu, Peter Obi’s running mates | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Save my life, my father has kidney issues too – Ekweremadu’s daughter Court shifts judgment in PDP’s suit against Tinubu, Peter Obi’s running mates FG tells court to order ASUU to end strike 2 men drown as floods wreak havoc in Lagos Gridlock traps Lagos-Ibadan motorists, passengers for 16 hours Across Nigeria’s 36 states and... Read More

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September 3, 2022

Nigeria ranked as second most terrorized country; Nigeria may lose its 4x100m relay CWG gold as sprinter fails dope test | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Nigeria ranked as second most terrorized country UK govt expresses concerns over 2023 elections MC Oluomo unveils new uniform for NURTW officials Flood claims eight lives in Niger State, washes away houses, farmlands, roads Nigeria may lose its 4x100m relay CWG gold as sprinter fails dope test Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital... Read More

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June 18, 2020

Another year, another Lagos Flood, when will we learn?

After two days of torrential rainfall, the reports have begun to pour in, Lagos is again underwater. The annual Lagos flood has become a rite of passage for Lagos JJC’s and an annoying but expected inconvenience for veterans. Dopemu, Lagos…. You can tell from the wastes in the water that the drains are blocked.... Read More

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October 13, 2018

Flooding: As EU promises aid for Nigerian flood victims, transparency is important

Succor seems to be around the corner for victims of the recent flooding situation in several parts of the country as the European Union has announced a one million pounds donation in humanitarian assistance to them. The assistance will also support affected families, provide shelter, food & medicine. In addition, the European Union has also... Read More

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October 3, 2018

Flood after flood wracks Nigeria’s cities, when is the death and carnage going to stop?

If you thought Nigeria learnt from the devastation caused by the floods in 2015, 2016 and 2017 and While other nations of the world have devised several measures of combating the disaster, you’d be wrong. Nigeria has done practically nothing to stem the tide of the annual flood, which have become an annual occurrence in... Read More

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September 11, 2017

Aisha Buhari donates relief materials to Benue flood victims

Wife of the President, Aisha Buhari on Monday donated relief materials to victims of the Benue flood. Aisha made the donation at the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp, at International Market Makurdi. Aisha, who was represented by the wife of Nasarawa State Governor, Mairo Al-Makura said more relief materials are on the way. She said that... Read More

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September 8, 2017

The YNaija cover this morning – the 8th of September

Follow the full stories and analyses on YNaija: The war against corruption is now total – Magu FG warns state govts, LGAs to brace up for more flood http://lifestyle.ynaija.com/rihanna-covers-elles-october-issue-wants-travel-time-lost-virginity/

Cover Stories

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September 8, 2017

The Big 5: ASUU/FG reach agreement; Police launch mobile app to curb kidnapping; and other top stories

Good morning. Here are the big 5 stories you should be monitoring today: The Federal Government on Thursday warned that millions of Nigerians across the 314 local government areas may be affected by varying degrees of flooding. Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) had warned in an Annual Flood Outlook (AFO) to brace for flood-related challenges.... Read More

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September 5, 2017

Actress, Juliet Ibrahim donates N1m to Benue flood victims

Ghanaian actress, Juliet Ibrahim had donated one million Naira to victims of the Benue flooding. The actress announced the donation in an Instagram post on Tuesday. She also urged other celebrities to contribute towards the cause, stating that no donation was too small. She wrote, “Waking up to news about so many natural disasters happening... Read More

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August 30, 2017

[The Church Blog] Let’s talk about the heavy backlash from #HurricaneHarvey on Joel Osteen

Pastor Joel Osteen, Senior Pastor of Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas has suffered heavy backlash from the online community over the Hurricane Harvey in Houston that has claimed several lives. He recently posted a tweet requesting for donations towards the Hurricane Relief which has received thousands of responses as it was reported that his church... Read More

Church Culture

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July 15, 2017

N1.6bn relief for flooded states, 240 Borno children die of malnutrition | The 5 numbers that mattered this week

N1.6 billion – Acting President Yemi Osinbajo ordered on Wednesday that this amount be released to states affected by flooding. 240 – The number of internally displaced children that have died of malnutrition in Borno state, according to Doctors Without Borders. N1.13 trillion – The Inspector General of Police, Ibrahim Idris said the Nigeria Police... Read More

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July 12, 2017

Osinbajo orders release of N1.6bn to states affected by flood

Acting President Yemi Osinbajo has ordered the release of N1.6 billion to 16 states affected by flooding across the country. Presidential spokesperson, Femi Adesina made this known to state house correspondents after the weekly Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting on Wednesday in Abuja, TheCable reports. He said the acting president has directed Kemi Adeosun, minister... Read More

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July 11, 2017

Lagos flood ‘chases’ corpses out of mortuary

Corpses have been dislodged from a private mortuary in the Igando area of Lagos state, after some parts of the state was flooded. The management of the private facility, Toluwalase Hospital Morgue, located at Otunba Oladokun Street in the area, raised the alarm. It said corpses in the mortuary have been evacuated by the flood.... Read More

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July 10, 2017

Opinion: Lagos flooding is proof of Nigeria’s flawed systems

by Mark Anthony Osuchukwu It’s a sad reality to be a Nigerian living in Nigeria. If the Bible was to be written today, being Nigerian alone may send you to hell or somewhere worse. Call me unpatriotic and I may need you to tell me which sane person wastes a rare currency like patriotism on... Read More

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July 8, 2017

The YNaija Cover this evening – the 8th of July

Read the full stories and analyses on YNaija: Flooding: Is the Mega-sea-ty ready to handle an epidemic? Kidnapper Evans still in our custody – Police Ivanka’s life would be much easier if she wasn’t my daughter – Trump

Cover Stories

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July 8, 2017

Flooding: Is the Mega-sea-ty ready to handle an epidemic?

by Alexander O. Onukwue Residents of flooded parts of Lagos who wish to defy their ‘islands’ will have to roll up their trousers to well above knee length. Better still, knickers or outdoor boxers (hope that’s a thing). Those who had gone flood shopping before now would have the proper kit: rain coats and agricultural... Read More

Story of the day

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July 8, 2017

Flooding: What does your event planner know about Meteorology and Geography?

by Alexander O. Onukwue It’s a Saturday, and it is flooding in Lagos. Spare a thought for all who have weddings on the Island, especially when the first and second events require a drive through Ozumba Mbadiwe drive. Citizen reports available on social media show that area and many other parts of the Island are... Read More

Story of the day

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June 28, 2017

Leaking roof at Lagos airport causes flood (WATCH)

A video of a leaking roof at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos has gone viral. The video which showed a flooded airport had led to discussions online about the state of airports in the country. While responding, Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) on Wednesday said the leaking roof was due to ongoing construction works at... Read More

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September 9, 2016

FG sympathises with citizens over flooded Lagos-Ibadan expressway

The Federal Government on Friday said the flooding on portions of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway was caused by structures built on water channels by some companies along the road. It said it has directed the contractor handling the flooded portion to provide more palliatives to ameliorate the difficulties caused to motorists by the development. In a statement explaining... Read More