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Africa’s foremost online boot camp for social innovators and changemakers launches 17th August
Africa’s brightest changemakers and transformational young leaders, are about to advance their mission as Ideation Hub Africa kicks off its initiative to equip thousands of innovators and visionaries with the…
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‘We should be moving from generosity to justice’ | Top talking points from #ThursdayTalks Lagos
Two years is a short time but a long time to do great things. This was a highpoint at Enough is Enough (EiE) Nigeria's Thursday Talks, a monthly conversation with…
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Today’s Noisemakers: Betty Irabor, Gbenga Sesan, Ayo Sogunro, others
Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues,…
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Yemi Adamolekun wants to know what it takes to foster a transparent government
On this National Democracy day, three days from the 2018 Nigerian Symposium for Young and Emerging Leaders organized by The Future Project, we are forced to look back at the…
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Chimamanda Adichie, Banky W, Toke Ibru, others make YNaija inaugural #Woke100 List
In 2017, YNaija committed a big part of its time and resources towards carefully documenting the big stories happening in the country and on the continent and highlighting the efforts…
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[The Activism Blog] When Paradigm Initiative met with the Presidency
A short clip from the Digital Engagement and Rights Forum, organised by Paradigm Initiative with the Presidential Office of Digital Engagement, led by Tolu Ogunlesi.
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The Activism Blog: After 10 years, Paradigm Initiative expands its board with two women
We know 'Gbenga Sesan has signalled he will be leaving the leadership of Paradigm Initiative Nigeria after 10 years, and this is the tenth year, so perhaps this is a move…
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Chude Jideonwo: Nigeria’s protests signal a new era of accountability
by Chude Jideonwo On Monday, in Lagos, Abuja, Ibadan and across the country, Nigerians came out in their thousands to protest the corruption and poor standard of living in the…
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#IStandWithNigeria: Protesters gather at National Stadium (PHOTOS)
The #IStandWithNigeria protest scheduled for Monday has begun. Protesters are currently at the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos to express their displeasure at the situation in the country. The protest led…
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PIN launches first digital rights report on Africa
Paradigm Initiative Nigeria (PIN) has just released the first edition of its Digital Rights in Africa report, titled “Choking The Pipe: How Governments Hurt Internet Freedom On A Continent That…
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The Sexuality Blog: This week, Nigeria’s civil society took a bold stand – and it should impress you
We assume, if you're the kind of person who reads YNaija.com, you know that this week, Idrs Okuneye, who you would know as Bobrisky, served up a storm, without necessarily…
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Opinion: Digital Rights & Freedom Bill – Laying the foundation for Nigeria’s digital future
by Hon. Chukwuemeka Ujam, Titi Akinsanmi, and ‘Gbenga Sesan Something exciting is brewing in Nigeria. Just coming from a period that saw national outcry against the Frivolous Petitions Bill, popularly…
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You’re on your own, Feyi Fawehinmi | Noble Igwe says he has no regrets voting for Buhari
The deteriorating state of the Nigerian economy has gotten quite a number re-thinking their choice to vote President Muhammadu Buhari into power. Gbenga Sesan, Feyi Fawehinmi and comic, Basketmouth, and more have…
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Before Feyi Fawehinmi there was Gbenga Sesan – fed up with Buhari (TWEETS)
Barely 15 months into his much celebrated presidency, some key supporters of President Muhammadu Buhari have turned coat to apologise for 'misleading' the populace into voting for him. Feyi Fawehinmi,…
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We remember Chude Jideonwo’s viral piece at Buhari’s inauguration in 20 quotes
On May 29, 2015, Chude Jideonwo - the managing partner of Red Media Africa - whose company, StateCraft Inc was the official communication agency to the Buhari Presidential Campaign wrote a gripping, emotional…
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Gbenga Sesan: Now that you have won – An open letter to the new governing party
by 'Gbénga Sèsan I sat on the floor of my son's room, in tears. It was supposed to be a good day because I had invested resources in an election…
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Juliet Ehimuan-Chiazor, Seun Onigbinde, Iyinoluwa Aboyeji… look who else made the #YNaijaPowerList for Technology
by Wilfred Okiche As the annual #YNaijaPowerList enters its 4th year, we bring you the most influential young Nigerians under 40 navigating the arcane and increasingly complex world of technology.…
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‘Gbenga Sesan: An open letter to the Nigerian voter
by 'Gbenga Sesan Let me start by saying that even a faulty clock is right at least twice a day. Of course, there are things that the Jonathan administration can…
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Gbenga Sesan, Cheta Nwanze, Chude Jideonwo & Adebola Williams resign from board of Enough is Enough Nigeria
by Damilola Jagun Four of the founding Board members of Enough is Enough Nigeria have resigned from the Board. They are Executive Director of Paradigm Initiative Nigeria (PIN),…
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Gbenga Sesan, Arese Ugwu, Toke Makinwa, Uche Nnaji others educate University of Lagos students at ‘The Future Young & Emerging Leaders Program 2014
by Jewel Stephen The Future Project in partnership with the University Of Lagos organised a conference tagged 'Beyond the Gate' on Tuesday October 21, 2014. The program which held at…
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#AbaLIFE: Diamond Bank supports Paradigm Initiative Nigeria’s ICT capacity building project, train 100 people in Abia (PHOTOS)
by Isi Esene Diamond Bank Nigeria supports AbaLIFE training program for undeserved youth. AbaLIFE is an initiative of Paradigm Initiative Nigeria, which connects young people with ICT enabled opportunities to…
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The Future Project and University of Lagos presents ‘Beyond the Gate’
by Damilola Jagun The Future Project in partnership with the University of Lagos will be be organising an entrepeneurship and leadership conference, tagged 'Beyond the Gate'. The conference which is…
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Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, Kate Henshaw, Timi Dakolo, others at the EiE Fundraising Auction Dinner in Lagos (PHOTOS)
Kate Henshaw and Kola Oyeneyin What: EiE Fundraising Auction Dinner. Where: The Duchess, Zion Centre, V.I, Lagos. When: June 14, 2014. Photos by Hycinth Iyereosa Yemi Adamolekun Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde Adebola Williams Timi…
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The Future Africa Awards & Summit announces its Global Board of Advisors
by Isi Esene The Central Working Committee for The Future Africa Awards & Summit (TFAAS) 2014 has today announced the formal expansion of its brain trust across the world -…
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#TheYNaijaInterview: My generation cannot change the country simply because we’re young – Chude Jideonwo
by Wilfred Okiche Chude Jideonwo is a writer, journalist, media entrepreneur and social advocate. His new book 'Are We The Turning Point Generation?' will be launched officially today at the…
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#BringBackOurGirls: ICT expert, Gbenga Sesan quizzed by the SSS, released (TWEETS)
by 'Jola Sotubo Entrepreneur and ICT expert, Gbenga Sesan has been invited for questioning by the Department of State Security Services over some comments he recently made on Twitter. Mr. Sesan,…
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Banky W, Tunde Demuren, Yaw, Owen Gee, others at the Dream4Naija launch in Lagos
What: Dream 4 Naija Launch. Where: Terra Kulture, V.I, Lagos. When: April 11, 2014. Photos by Hycinth Iyereosa Banky W Yaw Julie Koenen Elizabeth Strait and Mrs. Dehab Ghebreab Jimmy Agbaje Hon. Folami Muslim…
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Who are the 10 most powerful people in Nigeria’s Tech Eco-system? We have the list!
by Akintomiwa Agbaje Bosun Tijani The Nigerian tech space may still be finding its feet but players have already emerged, staking their claim and finding their niche. The industry is…
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“We are the generation that deserves more” – Full text of Speech by Chude Jideonwo at the #TFAABest100 event to commemorate Nigeria’s centenary
Being a speech delivered by Chude Jideonwo, Executive Director of The Future Project, at The Future Awards Africa Best 100 ceremony at the State House Abuja on Sunday, 15 December…
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Iyinoluwa Aboyeji: Change the nation by starting from where you are (Y! FrontPage)
by Iyinoluwa Aboyeji Yes, you want to change Nigeria but you don’t need to boil the ocean. Start somewhere. Pick one problem. Study it, till you can explain and solve…
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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