Are we going to sit by as Shiite killings breed another terror group?

History is fairly decided now on how the Boko Haram uprising started. Mohammed Yusuf, whatever his woes, was murdered unjustly and extra-judicially by the Nigeria Police after he was abducted by security operatives from his in-law’s house. Whether he was shot while trying to escape or simply killed to serve as a deterrent, what cannot... Read More

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President Buhari's bodyguard allegedly linked to Boko Haram

July 26, 2016

‘We will diversify Nigeria’s economy’ – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari, on Monday, said that Nigeria was learning how to diversify her economy and reduce its reliance on oil. The President stated this when he was paid a visit by a special envoy from the President of Islamic Republic of Iran, Mohammad Javad Zarif, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Buhari lauded the Iranian government... Read More

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May 26, 2016

THE YNAIJA TRACKLIST: 60,000 robots replace workers | Former Lagos governor dies | The Sharia bill explained | More

From the papers this morning – a tracklist. Edwin Clark refuses to go away. Punch Lagos loses a former governor. Vanguard Omisore wants N500million from EFCC for defamation, and he is not kidding. Punch The late Oba of Benin is set for a send-off. DailyPost We now know who to hold responsible if Buhari fails. Independent... Read More

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January 17, 2016

Historic Iran nuclear deal reached, international sanctions lifted

After the United Nations had established that Iran had significantly reduced its atomic programme, economic sanctions were lifted on the Islamic republic. The historic nuclear accord between Iran and major powers was set in motion on Saturday, January 16. Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani, described the agreement as a glorious victory for the patient nation of Iran. Rouhani said on his Twitter account:... Read More

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January 7, 2016

Saudi Arabia products banned in Iran

As the rift between the two countries deepens, Iran has banned the importation of all products from Saudi Arabia with immediate effect. A few days ago, Saudi Arabia took the first blow by cutting off diplomatic ties with Iran. According to an AFP report: “The cabinet has banned the entry of all Saudi products and... Read More

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November 22, 2015

Photos of President Buhari’s arrival in Iran

President Muhammadu Buhari has arrived in Tehran, Islamic Republic of Iran for the 3rd Summit of the Gas Exporting Country’s Forum. The President departed Nigeria for Iran, via the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, in Abuja. See below, photos of his arrival in Iran:

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October 25, 2014

This woman has been hanged for killing her rapist

by Jewel Stephen An Iranian woman, Reyhaneh Jabbari, who was charged with the murder of man who attempted to rape her, has been executed. Jabbari was arrested in 2007 for the killing of Morteza Abdolali Sarbandi, a former employee of Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence who she claimed tried to sexually abuse her. She was... Read More

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October 4, 2014

New NFF boss, Pinnick has no love for Keshi, but Big Boss vows to carry on with the job

by Mark Bassey The new President of the Nigerian Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick, is not so fond of the gaffer of the Super Eagles, Stephen Keshi. Pinnick, before emerging the NFF boss, had granted an interview with Vanguard, where he said Keshi’s performance at the Brazil world cup, proved that he had reached the limit... Read More

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September 29, 2014

“Don’t travel to #Nigeria” – #America warns its citizens against coming this way

by Kolapo Olapoju The U.S State Department has issued a travel advisory to its citizens, warning them against travelling to certain countries, which includes Nigeria. The US Passport and International Travel Office says Americans should be wary of visiting countries with unstable government, ongoing civil war, violence, and frequent terrorists attacks. The warning stated, “We... Read More

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June 19, 2014

Opinion: Dear Eagles, what a stiletto performance

by Olusola Akinwale The team I saw on Monday was not different from the lethargic Eagles that played against Greece and the USA prior to commencement of the 2014 FIFA World Cup. The team lacked orderliness throughout the match. The Super Eagles have once again shown us that they could play for ninety minutes with... Read More

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June 17, 2014

APC chided for electing 52-year-old Youth Leader, Keshi explains why Nigeria couldn’t defeat Iran & other important news you should know today

by Oge Okonkwo Nigerians condemn APC for electing 52-year-old Youth Leader Nigerians across political divide have criticized the All Progressives Congress, APC, for appointing 52-year-old Ibrahim Jalo as its youth leader. Mr. Jalo was one of the new executives elected at the party’s convention held in Abuja on June 13 and 14. Among those who... Read More

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June 17, 2014

#WorldCup: This is the UK Daily Mail’s take on Nigeria’s Super Eagles performance

From Daily Mail It had to end sometime. The steady stream of goals and entertaining football in Brazil was always going to run dry at some point, and no-one will be particularly surprised that it happened in Curitiba’s Arena da Baixada between these two nations on Monday night. The first draw of the World Cup... Read More

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June 16, 2014

‘Ifreke talks Sports: Keshi’s poor selection & 4 more things we learnt from Nigeria Vs Iran match

‘Ifreke Inyang Keshi’s selection was poor I don’t think I have ever questioned Keshi’s team selection or his tactics, but quite frankly, today it was unimpressive. For whatever reason, Odemwingie started the game from the bench, while Ahmed Musa played the entire 90 minutes. Ramon Azeez was over-awed by the occasion and now it’s... Read More

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January 30, 2014

Hilarious: This is the only kind of car that women in Muslim countries can drive (LOOK)

by Tutu Akinlabi Women in Saudi Arabia recently stirred up a storm after they protested against laws in the country which banned them from driving. A number of Muslim countries have also been criticized for their laws which are said to promote gender inequality. This can be attributed to the fact that women in these... Read More

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December 9, 2013

Paul Bassey: How favourable is Nigeria’s World Cup group?

by Paul Bassey I was reminded by my son that four years ago, that is how I celebrated the draw that put Nigeria in the same group with Argentina, South Korea and Greece and concluded that Argentina and the Super Eagles were going to progress in that order, yet we ended up drawing only one... Read More

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October 25, 2013

4 Christians sentenced to 80 lashes for drinking communion wine in Iran

Four Christians in Iran will get 80 lashes each for drinking wine during a communion service and possessing a satellite antenna. The charges come as a United Nations report criticised the Islamic republic for persecuting non-Muslims. Behzad Taalipasand, Mehdi Reza Omidi (Youhan), Mehdi Dadkhah (Danial) and Amir Hatemi (Youhanna) were arrested during in a house... Read More

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October 3, 2013

#ChildNotBride: Iran passes a law allowing men to marry their 13-year-old ADOPTED DAUGHTERS

A new law in Iran that allows men to marry their adopted daughters at the age of 13 has caused major concern that the country’s new president is not as progressive as originally thought. President Hassan Rouhani has been hailed as a new moderate voice in the controversial Middle Eastern government but the approval of... Read More

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September 6, 2013

Iran threatens brutal attacks on Americans, Obama family, if U.S hits Syria

As Congress debates whether to support President Obama’s call for a limited strike against Syria for the alleged use of chemical weapons, Iran is vowing to back Bashar al-Assad’s regime to the hilt and threatening to unleash terrorism should the U.S. strike. Qassem Soleimani, the head of Iran’s Quds Forces, Wednesday told the Assembly of... Read More

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June 6, 2013

Tightening the leash: Iran bans dog-walking in public warning animals could be ‘arrested’

Walking dogs in public or driving them around in cars is set to be banned in Iran. Now dog owners fear their pets will be ‘arrested’ if they are caught in public and they could also face a fine. It is the latest attempted crackdown on dogs in the country, where the animals are viewed... Read More

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September 15, 2012

The Economist: Why Muslim anger won’t calm down

To outside eyes it is as bizarre as it is repellent. A single event, book, cartoon, film or teddy bear, which represents nothing but its originator, who may not even be American, sparks lethal outbursts of mass protest. What, to prejudiced Westerners, could better exemplify Muslim backwardness and depravity? The latest bloody furore was provoked... Read More

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August 16, 2012

“A strong message” – Syria dropped from world Islamic body

by Adeniyi Abdul Leaders of the 57-member Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) suspended the membership of Syria earlier today. This took place during a meeting in Mecca and is meant as a gesture to protest the ongo ing violence in the country. A statement issued at the end the summit said participants had agreed... Read More

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Are we going to sit by as Shiite killings breed another terror group?

‘We will diversify Nigeria’s economy’ – Buhari

THE YNAIJA TRACKLIST: 60,000 robots replace workers | Former Lagos governor dies | The Sharia bill explained | More

Historic Iran nuclear deal reached, international sanctions lifted

Saudi Arabia products banned in Iran

Photos of President Buhari’s arrival in Iran

This woman has been hanged for killing her rapist

New NFF boss, Pinnick has no love for Keshi, but Big Boss vows to carry on with the job

“Don’t travel to #Nigeria” – #America warns its citizens against coming this way

Opinion: Dear Eagles, what a stiletto performance

APC chided for electing 52-year-old Youth Leader, Keshi explains why Nigeria couldn’t defeat Iran & other important news you should know today

#WorldCup: This is the UK Daily Mail’s take on Nigeria’s Super Eagles performance

‘Ifreke talks Sports: Keshi’s poor selection & 4 more things we learnt from Nigeria Vs Iran match

Hilarious: This is the only kind of car that women in Muslim countries can drive (LOOK)

Paul Bassey: How favourable is Nigeria’s World Cup group?

4 Christians sentenced to 80 lashes for drinking communion wine in Iran

#ChildNotBride: Iran passes a law allowing men to marry their 13-year-old ADOPTED DAUGHTERS

Iran threatens brutal attacks on Americans, Obama family, if U.S hits Syria

Tightening the leash: Iran bans dog-walking in public warning animals could be ‘arrested’

The Economist: Why Muslim anger won’t calm down

“A strong message” – Syria dropped from world Islamic body

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