Tag: Governance
Opinion: What if President Buhari is dead?
by Marvel Umoh For over a week now, there’s been this disturbing rumour which speculates that the President of Nigeria – ...
The Thread: This Ajimobi video is a tragedy of both democracy and history
The Yoruba nation is one that stands proudly on the legacy of education that their forebear laid for them- namely, ...
We’ve sacked 50,000 ghost workers, saved over N200bn – FG
The Federal government payroll has been rid of 50,000 ghost workers, saving the country a huge amount of N200 billion. ...
Eye on Ambode: Governor delivers goodwill message to Lagosians at Christmas Carol service, more
We bring to you a recap of the activities of Lagos state’s governor Akinwunmi Ambode over the past one week. ...
Opinion: Uyo church collapse- will Governor Udom pass the litmus test?
by Abayomi G. Omotayo On 12 September 2014, a guest house inside Synagogue church located in Ikotun collapsed completely killing ...
The Thread: The Osun New Media assistant came on Twitter to invite trouble this morning
The political class in Nigeria is an entitled bunch. They expect our gratitude for building roads, paying salaries, and everything ...
“I will be leaving my businesses before January 20” – Trump
President-elect of the United States of America, Donald Trump says he will be leaving his businesses so he could focus ...
Opinion: Lagos state budget 2017 | What the government is not telling us
by Oke Godwin Olaoluwa The Lagos state is in the news again. The state has set a new record, for the ...
The Church Blog: The Platform takes it to the logical next level – and we’re impressed
Pastor Poju Oyemade himself must have felt it – this was the year that The Platform finally went mainstream. You ...
Opinion: #NotTooYoungToRun | The indispensable role of political parties
by Jude Feranmi The objective of this piece is simple To get you to join a political party if you ...
The Thread: Nigerians are tired of hunger and oppression | #BuhariMustGo
A group which calls itself Wailing Wailers is calling for the resignation of President Buhari from office. According to the ...
Opinion: President Buhari has finally decided to join MMM gang
by Abiodun Shomoye President Muhammadu Buhari, my very own supported candidate for the position back then in 2015 has decided to ...
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 ...
‘There will be no APC in 2019 if…’ – Timi Frank
The Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, Mr. Timi Frank on Tuesday said the party will cease ...
Let’s look again at the Aisha Buhari interview – here are 5 things you will find out
Wife of the Nigerian President, Aisha Buhari, granted a BBC interview that has engaged Nigerians in an active conversation since ...
Count me out of campaigning for Buhari in 2019 if… – Aisha Buhari
In a move set to shock many, Nigeria’s first lady, Aisha Buhari has said she would not support her husband’s ...
Military intervention in governance led to recession – Akande
The former interim chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Bisi Akande on Wednesday said the intervention of the ...
Opinion: Not every cough from pro-Buhari is a sign of ailment
by Izuchukwu Aniagu Aguani Our country is deeply polarized, we know. And it is common to meet people who hate ...
[The Presidential Blog]: The President will address the 71st UNGA; and I’ve written his speech
I’ll be the first to admit that my heading is a little misleading. It’s for good reason. This is an ...
Opinion: The change Nigeria truly needs
by Ugochukwu Amasike For Nigeria to move forward, we need to change and move beyond a number of things, ...
The Thread: Why is Buhari’s Chief of Staff such a dominant presence?
Chief of Staff to President Buhari, Abba Kyari, is an ever present figure around the President. For instance, there is ...
Chris Ngwodo: What are the take-aways from Buhari’s failed government?
by Chris Ngwodo Ranka dede, are you the saviour, or are we to expect another one? – Ndaeyo Uko, The ...
YNaija Editorial: Redefining Nigeria’s federal character
Every new set of appointments by President Buhari comes under growing scrutiny, with observers waiting to compare the number of ...
We’ll not hide things from Nigerians – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari says his administration will not hide anything from Nigerians in its resolute commitment to restore the economic ...
CCT Adjournment: Benefits of being whipped into unlike line
Unlike many others, the decision of the Code of Conduct Tribunal(CCT) to indefinitely postpone the court proceedings seeking to indict ...
‘Who tax don epp?’ | Chude Jideonwo on taxation, governance, democracy and development
I remember being a law student at the University of Lagos. The law of taxation was my worst course. I ...
Afenifere berates Buhari style of governance, says he is ruling like a dictator
Socio-political group, Afenifere, has condemned President Muhammadu Buhari’s style of administration saying he is behaving like a dictator. The group’s ...
PDP urges Ajimobi to reduce cost of governance
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State has called on the state governor, Abiola Ajimobi to review the salaries, allowances ...
Saatah Nubari: A case for the inclusion of youths in governance
by Saatah Nubari I’m of the view that trusting an 18 year old with something as important as deciding who ...
Opinion: Dear politicians, please leave religion and face real issues
by Mustafa Yusuf-Adebola A common aggregator amongst most religions is the law of Karma – we would all pay for ...
The September Standard
- 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
- Rainy Season Radiance: Essential Beauty Steps for Gloomy Days
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