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Reuters: President Jonathan may not prosecute those indicted by subsidy probe report
by Lekan Olanrewaju Bad news – at least for those who were getting excited at the prospects that indicted parties in the House of Reps fuel subsidy probe will be prosecuted; you…
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The weight of the crown is heavy? “Everything was on my head,” President Jonathan wails
by Lekan Olanrewaju It seems that the president is struggling under the enormous pressure of leading Africa's most populous nation, as he complained about the weighty duties he was elected to…
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The ACN has a message for President Jonathan over 2015
by Lekan Olanrewaju Just as President Jonathan sent out a warning against "heating up the polity" as regards whether or not he will be partaking in the 2015 elections, the…
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As Boko Haram denies AIT phonecall, FG to release names of sponsors – but what’s the point?
by Lekan Olanrewaju The Federal Government is reportedly set to release a list containing the names of sponsors of the Boko Haram sect. An official is quoted as saying “some…
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Akintunde Oyebode: Zoning, violence and treachery (Ynaija FrontPage)
“Any man’s death diminishes me, because I am involved in mankind, and therefore never send to know for whom the bell tolls; it tolls for thee.” There are many to…
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Opinion: GEJ is not clueless, GEJ is weak
by Femi Owolabi “If America shows weakness and uncertainty, the world will drift toward tragedy. That will not happen on my watch.” -George W. Bush. Pick anything against the former…
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#FuelSubsidyReport: “It is too early to take a decision,” says Jonathan
by Lekan Olanrewaju President Goodluck Jonathan has spoken out about the newly released fuel subsidy probe report, stating that it is too early for him to take any decision, but promising…
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YNaija Editorial: President Jonathan and his dangerous humility
There is a growing realization amongst Nigerians that certain types of modesty – humility, if you like – are counterproductive at best, and injurious at worst. If this is true…
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Goodluck in Germany: “Nigeria is still safe”
by Lekan Olanrewaju President Goodluck Jonathan, currently on a visit to Germany, said on Thursday that the state of security in the country wasn't as bad as it had been…
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Not Good Enough? President Jonathan requests review of 2012 budget
by Lekan Olanrewaju President Goodluck Jonathan on Tuesday asked the National Assembly to review the 2012 budget. He had signed the bill into law last week, but wrote to the…
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The “Godfather of Modern Nigeria”? Financial Times profiles Olusegun Obasanjo
by Lekan Olanrewaju Photo Credit: Financial Times The Financial Times recently launched a series titled 12 days in West Africa, which will detail reports of the editors travels through the region,…
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Eat your hearts out, doubters: “God chose me,” says GEJ
by Lekan Olanrewaju It would seem President Goodluck Jonathan is also a firm believer in the general sentiments that have trailed his political career from certain angles thus far. His…
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“I will ask you to leave” – President Jonathan threatens ministers as he approves N4.697 trillion budget
by Lekan Olanrewaju President Goodluck Jonathan on Friday approved the N4.697 trillion budget passed by the National Assembly and signed the 2012 Appropriation Bill into law. The amount excludes the N180 billion…
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PHOTO: GEJ commissions Almajiri school in Sokoto
by Lekan Olanrewaju President Goodluck Jonathan is pictured above in Sokoto commissioning the first Model Almajiri Boarding School in Gagi village, Sokoto-south Local Government Area, of Sokoto state. A number…
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#InCaseYouMissedIt: Kaduna CAN declares Northern CAN illegal, as body calls for Jonathan to fire National Security Adviser
by Lekan Olanrewaju The Kaduna State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, has described the formation of the Northern States’ CAN, describing as unconstitutional, as well as illegal.…
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Alleged Bribery: ACN calls for the impeachment of President Jonathan
by Lekan Olanrewaju The Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) on Tuesday called for the National Assembly to commence impeachment proceedings against Nigeria's President, Goodluck Jonathan, due to the fact that they believed the President…
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As PDP endorses Okonjo-Iweala, President Jonathan says she is the “best for the job”
by Lekan Olanrewaju President Goodluck Jonathan Monday issued a statement in support of the Minister for Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala and her current World Bank presidency bid,…
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SNAPSHOT: Patience Jonathan arrives South Korea for prayer session
by Lekan Olanrewaju The First Lady of Nigeria, Dame Patience Jonathan arrived yesterday in South Korea for a three-day working visit. She was received at the Incheon International Airport by the Nigerian Ambassador…
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“We play politics with everything”- Jonathan blames Boko Haram on politics
by Lekan Olanrewaju President Goodluck Jonathan on Wednesday said that the violent activities of the Boko Haram sect could be blamed on the tendency of Nigerians to "play politics" with…
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“I didn’t even remember his birthday” – Tinubu swats Obasanjo in new interview
by Lekan Olanrewaju "We had ‘amala’ and vegetable soup with hot pepper in Abiola’s house." In a new interview with The…
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#InCaseYouMissedIt: They’re winning! Okonjo-Iweala announces 1200 winners of YouWiN!
by Lekan Olanrewaju THE Federal Government on Monday announced that about 1,200 Nigerian youths had emerged winners of the recently introduced Youths Enterprise with Innovation (YOUWIN) programme. The Coordinating Minister…
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Twice is not the charm – FG to get rid of double taxation
by Lekan Olanrewaju The Federal Government has ordered the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) to review Nigeria’s Double Taxation Treaty regime. This review is in line with the ongoing reforms of…
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“This is imperative” – FG to invest $150 billion in Oil & Gas industry
by Lekan Olanrewaju The President on Friday commissioned three wellhead platforms for the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) and Mobil. The wellhead platforms were built by Nigerdock Nigeria Plc at its Snake…
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We don’t trust you! Mediators in Boko Haram talks end discussion
by Lekan Olanrewaju A muslim cleric mediating in peace talks between the Nigerian government and the Boko Haram Islamist sect has announced he will be quitting the talks. Ibrahim Datti Ahmed on Sunday…
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N4.88 trillion: National Assembly passes 2012 budget
by Lekan Olanrewaju The Nigerian parliament on Thursday passed the 2012 budget with higher expenditure than advised by the Finance Minister. The budget passed recorded a total expenditure of 4.88…
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“Did Harvard send U to come ruin our life?!” – Check out yesterday’s top ten tweets
by Lekan Olanrewaju Fergie can From LASTMA to the DG of the SEC, the government, as usual, had everyone talking. Oh! and let's not forget Manchester United's loss, check out…
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All correct?! Let’s compare the new police uniform with the rest of the world’s
by Lekan Olanrewaju Amidst controversy over a botched hostage rescue and tales of violence around the country our government has once more shown its incredible penchant for ignoring such trivialities,…
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“A temporary setback”: Jonathan issues statement as Police DIG dies in helicopter crash
by Lekan Olanrewaju A police surveillance helicopter belonging to the Nigerian Police Force, on Wednesday crashed in Jos, killing all on board. "The Nigeria Police wishes to announce the death of…
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“We no dey carry last for stupidity!”: Check out the top ten tweets from yesterday
by Lekan Olanrewaju From thoughts on Chelsea FC's win yesterday to jabs at the US war in Afghanistan, check out what everyone was discussing on twitter yesterday. @ogundamisi: On a…
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“Dbanj don kolo finish oo” – Check out yesterday’s top ten tweets
by Lekan Olanrewaju From talk on certain perplexing quotes from D'Banj to thoughts on Nigerian online commenters, check out what had everyone talking on twitter yesterday. @ogundamisi: With the list…
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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