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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | 11 States Alerted of Possible Flood as Cameroon Begins Drainage of Lagdo Dam
11 states alerted of possible flood as Cameroon begins drainage of Lagdo Dam FG offers tertiary education admissions to people with disabilities CBN maintains a 5% loan cap to the…
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | FG Declares September 16 as Public Holiday for Eid-al-Mawlid
FG declares September 16 as public holiday for Eid-al-Mawlid UK increases proof of funds for international students FG claims Dangote is only permitted to sell petrol to NNPCL FG warns…
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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | NCC Declares September 14 Last Deadline for NIN-SIM Linkage
NCC declares September 14 last deadline for NIN-SIM linkage Police officer and 19 others held for alleged involvement in terrorism ASUU and FG adjourn strike meeting as FG reviews ASUU’s…
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Preventing Disaster: Nigeria’s Approach to Cameroon Dam’s Opening and Flood Preparedness
As the waters of Cameroon's Lagdo Dam begin to flow once more, Nigeria's Minister of State for Environment, Dr. Iziaq Salako, brings a message of cautious optimism. The opening of…
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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 - BuhariNigeria’s Flamingos qualify for first-ever World Cup semi-finalSeven feared dead as gunmen attack Apostle Suleman in EdoFloods kill 50…
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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…
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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-RufaiNigeria flood death toll tops 600 as thousands evacuatedBallon d’Or 2022: Benzema announced winner ahead of Mane, De BruyneFIFA Women…
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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 BelloAlleged Kidnapper, John Lyon arrested by the Nigerian police$23m Abacha loot: Buhari, Malami sued over Nigeria’s agreement…
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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 daughterCourt shifts judgment in PDP’s suit against Tinubu, Peter Obi’s running matesFG tells court to order ASUU to end…
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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 countryUK govt expresses concerns over 2023 electionsMC Oluomo unveils new uniform for NURTW officialsFlood claims eight lives in Niger State, washes away houses, farmlands,…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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The YNaija cover this morning – the 8th of September
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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…
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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…
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[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.…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 8th of July
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Heavy rainfall disrupts traffic flow in Lagos (PHOTOS)
The rainy season is officially here and it's wrecking havoc already. Due to the ongoing heavy rainfall, motorists- on their way to their different destinations through these routes - Kudirat…
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Gimba Kakanda: Dear FCT Minister, this centre no longer holds
by Gimba Kakanda I was dissuaded from writing to you, from alerting you to things you are likely too busy to see. The main reason given for this was that…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five news stories to monitor today 1. ASUU threatens strike over unmet demands The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has threatened to embark on an…
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The September Standard
- Uchay Joel Chima’s No Longer Afraid of Shadows Showing at Soto
- BBL vs. Size Zero: How The Era of Size Zero May Have been Trying To Save Women From Today’s Era of BBL
- This Week in Fashion: Our Favourite Looks From MET Gala, Bridgerton Premiere
- Top 5 Must-Visit Art Galleries in Nigeria This Weekend
- Cuppy Dazzles With Anthony Joshua & Naomi Campbell For Wedding of the Year
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
The September Standard
- Uchay Joel Chima’s No Longer Afraid of Shadows Showing at Soto
- BBL vs. Size Zero: How The Era of Size Zero May Have been Trying To Save Women From Today’s Era of BBL
- This Week in Fashion: Our Favourite Looks From MET Gala, Bridgerton Premiere
- Top 5 Must-Visit Art Galleries in Nigeria This Weekend
- Cuppy Dazzles With Anthony Joshua & Naomi Campbell For Wedding of the Year
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