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April 1, 2015

The Wall Street Journal summarizes Buhari’s victory in 5 quotes

by Jewel Stephen The so-far relatively peaceful election of erstwhile strongman Muhammadu Buhari as Nigerian president has prompted a positive reaction from experts on the future of democracy in the country and Africa as a whole. 1. A Salute to Nigeria “A victory for Buhari in a way is a salute to Nigeria. It’s a... Read More
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April 1, 2015

Jonathan’s efforts to rescue Chibok girls came too late – Buhari tells Amanpour

by Isi Esene President Elect, Gen. Muhammadu Buhari has accused the Administration of President Goodluck Jonathan of acting “too little too late” in its efforts to rescue over 200 girls abducted from the Government Girls’ Secondary School, Chibok, Borno State last year. Buhari, who received his Certificate of Return from the INEC Headquarters on Tuesday... Read More
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April 1, 2015

#NigeriaDecides: PDP agent refuses to sign INEC result sheet

by Isi Esene INEC Chairman, Prof. Attahiru Jega has declared Gen. Muhammadu Buhari the president-elect of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The announcement was done in the early hours of today at the INEC collation centre in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory in the presence of party agents. While making his declaration, Jega said that... Read More
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March 31, 2015

#NigeriaDecides: You should see what Gen. Buhari is doing right now… (PHOTO)

by Isi Esene Almost as if he is oblivious of proceedings at the International Collation Centre in Abuja where the election umpire, Prof. Attahiru Jega has called for a 30 minute break, the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate, Muhammadu Buhari is presently relaxing with party bigwigs in Abuja. With him is the APC Chairman, John... Read More
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March 30, 2015

#NigeriaDecides: As it stands, Jonathan leads Buhari by 19,000 votes – See breakdown

by Isi Esene 48 hours following the conclusion of voting in most states nationwide, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced results in eight (8) states including Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The states announced are Ogun, Osun, Ekiti, Ondo, Oyo, Kogi, Enugu, Nasarawa, Abuja FCT. The announcements which commenced just before 3pm Nigerian... Read More
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March 28, 2015

#NigeriaDecides: They tested all my fingers but it didn’t accept – Gov. Obiano laments

by Isi Esene The governor of Anambra State, Dr. Willie Obiano has expressed his displeasure at the conduct of the presidential elections in his state. Obiano who spoke this evening with ChannelsTV program dedicated to the coverage of the 2015 elections said the usage of the controversial Card Readers by the Independent National Electoral Commission... Read More
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March 28, 2015

#NigeriaDecides: We’ll all be happy with the results at the end of the day – Jonathan assures

by Anike Jacobs Hello Nigerians, the first citizen has assured that you will be happy with the poll results when announced on Monday. The president stated this shortly after casting his vote in Bayelsa moments ago. According to him, despite the challenge of the malfunctioning card readers and more hitches experienced so far, the poll... Read More
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March 28, 2015

See what Gen. Buhari is doing at home right now… (PHOTOS)

by Isi Esene After concluding his accreditation in the Daura area of Katsina, the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate, Muhammadu Buhari is reportedly at home waiting to return to his polling unit. Sources say Buhari, who got accredited in the presence of his wife, Aisha, is in high spirits, getting ready to cast his... Read More
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March 28, 2015

Update: Jonathan advises voters to remain patient as card reader malfunctions

by Isi Esene After a glitch getting himself accredited at the Otazi Plaground in his hometown of Otueke, Bayelsa State, President Goodluck Jonathan has appealed to all voters around the country be patient while carrying out their electoral duties. Jonathan who was at the polling unit in the company of his wife, Patience Jonathan failed... Read More
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March 28, 2015

Pres. Jonathan gets accredited after Card Reader issues

by Isi Esene After a gruelling wait, President Goodluck Jonathan was accredited at his hometown in Otueke, Bayelsa State. The President who was at his polling centre with a retinue of aides has issues getting accreditation with the INEC officials. Pres. Jonathan who arrived at the centre 9:19am got accredited after four Smart Card Readers... Read More
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March 28, 2015

#NigeriaDecides: Buhari and his wife, Aisha, gets accredited in Katsina (PHOTOS)

by Isi Esene Gen. Muhammadu Buhari, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) arrived at his polling unit in Daura, Katsina State to get accredited by the INEC officials. Buhari, who is the major contender running against the incumbent president, Goodluck Jonathan arrived at his polling unit at 8:40am in the company of... Read More
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March 28, 2015

Gimba Kakanda: Our biggest fears as Nigerians head to the polls today

by Gimba Kakanda The elections are already here, and yet again nothing has been done to mitigate our fear of the outcomes. The apparition of the post-election violence, as witnessed four years ago, is here again. Our fears aren’t mitigated and it is not because of the people’s lack of faith in the security agencies now combing major towns and cities across the country in armoured tanks and... Read More
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March 27, 2015

Akin Osuntokun: I see no reason why the Yorubas should vote Buhari

by Akin Osuntokun The stubborn fact of the scientific imagination and reasoning is that it holds true for all seasons and so it is with the prescription of federalism for Nigeria. It was true in 1948, 1960, 1970, 1993 as it is true today. As tomorrow looms large on the horizon of Nigeria’s destiny, I... Read More
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March 25, 2015

Today’s Daily Brief: FG denies reports of new Boko Haram kidnapping, Army chief vows crackdown on election unrest, LASU SUG passes vote of confidence on VC, and more

The Federal Government on Wednesday denied reports of a mass kidnapping in the country’s northeast, as Boko Haram militants flee a four-nation military offensive. “There is no fresh kidnapping in Damasak,” Nigeria’s national security spokesman Mike Omeri told AFP, referring to the town recently retaken by forces from neighbouring Chad and Niger. Reports suggested that... Read More
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March 24, 2015

Opinion: Pres. Goodluck Jonathan, the anti-corruption czar?

by Tundun Sofoluke Aljazeera called him badluck, the Economist termed him a failure, but as far as we are concerned, Goodluck Ebele Azikiwe Jonathan (GEJ) is our anti-corruption czar, a revered one at that. Yes, Goodluck hasn’t made a single prosecution of a corruption case worthy of note, but that is simply because he allows... Read More
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March 24, 2015

Opinion: Dear Pres. Jonathan, forget the apologies, we need electricity

by  Eze Onyekpere What more will the government, NERC and the captains of the electricity industry request of Nigerians? Reforms and improvements in the electricity industry are so fundamental to economic growth and development. The idea of reforms makes sense if there is a societal agreement on the direction of the reforms, especially if they... Read More
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March 24, 2015

YNaija Editorial: Your life is more valuable than the ambition of any politician

The elections are almost upon us as the six week postponement period has almost elapsed. Sadly, there is desperation saturating the political atmosphere as politicians want to secure, or remain in power at all costs. True, some of the politicians may be interested in improving our lives and society if voted into office, but most.... Read More
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March 16, 2015

What you missed yesterday when GEJ hosted Nigerian entertainers (See Photos)

by Anike Jacobs Yesterday March 15,2015, Nigerian entertainers were at Eko Hotels for the Showbiz Interactive Session with GEJ. Those present got to ask questions of the president which he answered on the podium. American RnB star, Ruben Studdard, Dbanj, Sir Victor Uwaifo, Ras kimono,Timi Dakolo and others performed at the star-studded event. See photos below:
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March 9, 2015

Today’s Daily Brief: Arsenal beat Man United in FA Cup, The Aviation Minister actually got stranded at the airport, Boko Haram attack fails at Borno link bridge, and more

National Chairman of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party, Alhaji Adamu Mu’azu has said he is doing his best to make sure that President Goodluck Jonathan wins the March 28 Presidential election. Mu’azu is being criticized for not doing enough to sell the candidature of the President in the northern part of the country where he... Read More
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March 9, 2015

THE 2015 TRACKLIST: Fayose insists that the Card Reader thing is a scam | APC takes Dame Patience’s case to the ICC | GEJ meets Mbeki, Abdusalami at Aso Rock | More stories

As you count down to the March General Elections, we show you what to read and what to skip today. #ToWhomItMayConcern: Seun Kuti will not vote in the coming elections. AllAfrica APC takes Dame Patience’s case to the ICC. Nation Okupe wants the north to wait for their turn. Nation Wear hear INEC’s Card Reader... Read More
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March 8, 2015

What happened when #TeamGEJ squared up with #TeamGMB on Rubbin’ Minds today

by Kolapo Olapoju Youth supporters of the leading presidential candidates, Muhammadu Buhari of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and President Goodluck Jonathan of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), were earlier today, engaged in a fierce debate on Y!/YNaija.com’s youth focused show, Rubbin’ Minds on Channels TV. The show, which was hosted by Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, featured... Read More
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