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Why Muslims, non-Biafrans in the S’East have nothing to fear – IPOB
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has denied burning a mosque at Igboeze North Local Government Area of Enugu State. The group made the denial in a statement signed by its Media…
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We are taking steps to block IPOB’s sources of funding – Lai Mohammed
The Federal Government has said it is aware of the sources of funding of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed disclosed this on…
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President Buhari reportedly signs proclamation which officially proscribes IPOB
President Muhammadu Buhari has reportedly signed a presidential proclamation, which officially proscribes the pro-Biafra group - Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Highlights (Report by Thisday Newspaper): Sources in the Office…
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Sam Hart: This is what the Nigerian Army almost cost Nigeria
by Sam Hart “We are grateful to God for intervening in stopping what could have been the greatest bloodbath known in the history of mankind" The above were…
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The Big 5: ASUU suspends strike; IPOB says Nnamdi Kanu has gone missing; and other top stories
Good morning Here are the top 5 stories you should be monitoring today: After 36 days, the Academic Staff Union of University (ASUU) has finally suspended its strike. The ASUU…
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We did not “declare” IPOB a terrorist organisation – Buratai
The chief of army staff, Tukur Buratai says the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) did not "declare" the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) a terrorist organisation - that the DHQ only "pronounced"…
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Police arraigns 7 IPOB members
Seven suspected members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) were remanded in Aba prison for alleged murder and arson by a Magistrates’ Court sitting in Aba, Abia. The suspects…
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Reuben Abati: The python does not dance
by Reuben Abati Operation code-names have been an important part of military operations since the Germans first applied them in World War 1 but it may be said that the…
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Will APC also accuse Saraki of sponsoring IPOB? | Fayose asks
Ekiti state governor, Ayodele Fayose has said those accusing him of sponsoring the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) have lost their sense of normal reasoning. Fayose said no amount of blackmail will…
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Whereabouts of Nnamdi Kanu, parents unknown since soldiers’ attack – IPOB
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) on Monday alleged that the whereabouts of its leader, Nnamdi Kanu and his parents are unknown since the alleged attack on his residence in…
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Biafra: IPOB using fake videos to mislead international community – FG
The Federal Government has accused members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) of using fake videos of mass killings from other African countries to mislead the international community. The Minister…
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Abia police commissioner is trying to please his Northern masters – IPOB
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has said it would bounce back despite 'intimidation' by the Federal Government. The group said this in a statement by its Media and Publicity…
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Ban of IPOB activities unconstitutional – Saraki
Senate President Bukola Saraki in a statement on Monday says the defence headquarters did not follow due process in categorising the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) as a "terrorist organisation" -…
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YNaija Editorial: We have been made enemies of the State
It's been a full week since the Nigerian government unleashed its Operation Python Dance II on innocent Nigerians in the South East. While we'd hoped that the sheer irresponsibility of…
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The Big 5: Buhari arrives New York; ASUU to meet with FG today; and other top stories
Good morning. Here are the top 5 stories you should be monitoring today: President Muhammadu Buhari has arrived New York, United States of America for the 72nd session of the…
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“Terrorist People of Biafra”, Operation Python Dancers, the $999 iPhone X | These are last week’s winners and losers
The nature of the events that took centre stage in Nigeria last week and the fact that we may have a new terrorist group on our hands has every citizen…
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Ikpeazu’s pro-activeness in averting bloodshed in Abia takes him to #1 on the YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for Governors
Tensions are high in the country at the moment and one wrong move from anyone in power can set the country ablaze. The Army's Operation Python Dance II in the…
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Kanu remains the hero of the oppressed in Nigeria – Southeast group
The Eastern Consultative Forum (ECA) has described the branding of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB ) as a terrorist group and its proscription by Southeast governors as an attempt by the federal government…
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Turkey dissociates self from citizen who expressed support for Biafra
The Turkish Embassy in Nigeria has dissociated itself from a Turkish citizen, Abdülkadir Erkahraman, who has expressed support for the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. Highlights:…
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“We are grateful to God for intervening” | Gov Ikpeazu talks about the Operation Python Dance II exercise
The Governor of Abia, Okezie Ikpeazu on Sunday on his visit to the secretariat of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Abia council, has expressed gratitude to God for averting…
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Treasury looters, disgruntled elements sponsoring IPOB – Lai Mohammed
The Federal Government has said the Indigenous People of Biafra is being sponsored by saboteur of President Muhammadu Buhari's administration. Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed in a statement…
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IPOB members have no hiding place in Anambra – Obiano
Anambra State governor, Willie Obiano has said there would be no hiding place for members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) in the state. Obiano said this in a…
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IPOB: Senate will meet security chiefs – Saraki
Senate President, Bukola Saraki has said the Senate will meet with security chiefs over the crisis in the South-East. In a statement in Abuja on Sunday, Saraki said the meeting…
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IPOB is not a terrorist organisation – Ohanaeze
Igbo Socio-political group, Ohanaeze Ndigbo has said the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) is not a terrorist organisation. The defence headquarters had declared IPOB a militant terrorist group after a…
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‘Security agencies begin search for Nnamdi Kanu’
Troops have launched a search for leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu in the South-East region, The Nation reports. According to the newspaper, security agencies had…
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Nnamdi Kanu will soon reveal his location – Brother
Younger brother to leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu has said the agitator will soon reveal his location. His brother simply identified as 'Fine boy' told…
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South-East governors are after their selfish interest – IPOB
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has berated south-east governors over their proscription of the activities of the organisation in the region. IPOB said the action taken by the governors…
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Operation Python Dance II: PMB, should we fear for the week ahead?
by Alexander O. Onukwue The week ahead is going to be crucial for Nigeria. The President, Muhammadu Buhari, will be away at the United Nations General Assembly, the Senate has…
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Why we banned the activities of IPOB – Umahi
Chairman of the Southeast Governors forum and Governor of Ebonyi, Dave Umahi Saturday, said the governors of the region had to proscribe activities of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB)…
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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 16th of September
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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