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Prophet Tomi Arayomi sounds a warning to the Nigerian Church ahead of the 2019 elections (WATCH)
He may not have made anyone’s list on the prophets to watch out for in 2018 but apparently, Prophet Tomi has made some pretty big predictions in the past. Madiba’s…
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The Thread: Nigeria only has herself to blame for South Africa’s xenophobic violence
The ongoing xenophobic attacks in South Africa against Nigerians, Zimbabweans and persons from other African countries is giving Nigerians cause to ponder on a number of matters. Some think that…
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The Thread: Fidel Castro loved Africa
Whatever might be said or spun about Fidel Castro, he was a man that did not turn his back on Africa and the civil rights movement. We told you debates…
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Opinion: Reflections on human frailty
by Albert Afeso Akanbi Baba is a portly, jolly good middle-aged man with a protruding stomach that giggles any time he laughs, and a penchant for greeting and cracking jokes. In…
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‘I don’t need a godfather…’ | Dayo Israel on why he is #NotTooYoungToRun
In recent times, a new campaign, #NotTooYoungToRun advocating for the reduction of the age restrictions placed on Nigerians planning to run for an elected office within the country is fast…
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Tunde Fagbenle: Leaders who ruined Africa… and what to do about them
by Tunde Fagbenle Not long ago, my son, Olatunde (O-T) drew my attention to a TED show captioned: “The leaders who ruined Africa, and the generation who can fix it.”…
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@emmaugwutheman: We need an Almajiri President
by Emmanuel Ugwu Goodluck Jonathan relishes being projected as eligible to the corner of leadership greats. He fancies the flattering comparison that he equates with legends of higher ideals. Men…
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@simonchairman: Careless utterances – @AsiwajuTinubu should be called to order
by Simon Utsu My average Nigerian brethren are quick to forget. That is the reason why I love inundating them seasonally with the Infamous words (that are now on granite)…
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Opinion: When will Nigeria get its own Mandela?
by Toks Ero The ruling People’s Democratic Party, PDP, and the emerging All Progressives Congress, APC, both two sides of the same coin, are flexing political muscles not because they…
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Opinions: 6 things Nigerians need to learn from 2013
by Enenim Ubon This has shown that people can come together to pursue a cause(good or bad). I might have reservations over the formation of the APC but it has…
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Awolowo was greater than Mandela – Odia Ofeimun
by Hauwa Gambo The verdict is in. According to author and former private secretary to late politician, Obafemi Awolowo, the man many call "sage" is a greater man than global…
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We will hit APC back next year – PDP
by Akintomiwa Agbaje The People Democratic Party (PDP) stated that they will launch a new and aggressive campaign against the All Progressive Congress (APC) next year to regain the grounds it has…
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Gov. Lamido’s sons: Detained bankers freed after money laundering investigation
by Akintomiwa Agbaje Senior bank officials in connection with the alleged laundering of N10billion by the two sons of Jigawa State governor Sule Lamido and their companies, have been freed…
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Opinion: OBJ’s letter – What options are open to President Jonathan?
by Garba Shehu The President has no option but to give a reflective response. He needs to show a full contextual understanding; have a correct reading of the mood of…
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Olusegun Adeniyi: Jonathan should also reply OBJ’s letter and leak it out
by Olusegun Adeniyi Therefore, whether or not he responds to Obasanjo’s ill-tempered letter is no longer of any relevance. What I believe is important now is for him to begin…
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APC, others are attacking me because of 2015 – Pres. Jonathan stars as Captain Obvious
by Akintomiwa Agbaje President Goodluck Jonathan has finally replied his acussers that call his adminisration “bad before the global community” as critics citing that its solely because of the 2015…
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State of the Nation: Impeach Jonathan now – APC tells National Assembly
by Akintomiwa Agbaje Redemption appears to be a distant dream for the Goodluck Jonathan administration as the All Progressives Congress (APC) have refused to give it a breathing space. According…
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Diva Mariah Carey pays tribute to Mandela on stage in Lagos (PHOTOS)
by Rachel Ogbu According to new reports, Diva Mariah Carey was on top of her game yesterday night when she performed at the Access Bank Christmas party with blogger Linda Ikeji describing it…
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VIDEO – “We Steal Because You Never Stoned Us for It”- Rivers Governor, Rotimi Amaechi
by Akintomiwa Agbaje In an amazing turn of events, the Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi said ''We have stolen billions of dollars, what did you do?'' emphasizing that the reason…
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#YNaijaMandelaSpecial: “It felt wonderful to shake Mandela’s hand” – 9 questions for 9ice on his 2008 performance
by Seun Oluyemi In 2008, musician 9ice was one of the performers from across the world who performed at the 90th birthday anniversary of Nelson Mandela – representing Nigeria. He…
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#YNaijaMandelaSpecial: How to honour Nelson Mandela, by Joachim Mac-Ebong
by Joachim Mac-Ebong Part of the sorrow of Mandela's death is that there appears to be no current African leader fit to tie his shoelaces. Even those mentored by him directly…
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Editors’ pick: Our best 20 tributes to Nelson Mandela
by Emmanuel Osanedum and Mark Amaza From those who would preserve the myth because it comforts the world to those who insist he was all too human, these 20 assessments of…
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#YNaijaMandelaSpecial: We are now on our own, by Wilfred Okiche
by Wilfred Okiche A young African, Wilfred Okiche captures the sense that the ground has finally shifted under Africa with Mandela’s death and he wonders how we will go from…
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#YNaijaMandelaSpecial: “What have you wrought, Nelson Mandela?”, by Dele Olojede
by Dele Olojede How come we went from Nelson Mandela to Jacob Zuma in 10 years flat, like a racing car in reverse, asks Dele Olojede Why is it that…
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Resign now or face humiliation – Sheikh Gumi warns Jonathan
by Akintomiwa Agbaje Sheik Ahmad Abubakar Gumi, an influential Islamic scholar, has warned President Goodluck Jonathan to honourably resign his duty post or face the shame losing in the 2015 election.…
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How the PDP plans to impeach G-5 governors – Nyako reveals
by 'Jola Sotubo According to Governor Murtala Nyako of Adamawa State, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is planning to have the 5 governors, who defected to the All Progressives Congress…
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No political party can use us – ASUU
by Akintomiwa Agbaje Academic Staff Union of Universities [ASUU] has reiterated that it would resist every attempts made by any political party to use their name or situations to achieve…
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A fitting tribute: Idris Elba receives Golden Globe Best Actor nominations for Mandela
Idris Elba has received a nomination for Best Actor in a Motion Picture Drama at the 2014 Golden Globes. The 41-year-old’s nod for his role as Mandela in Mandela: Long…
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Pius Adesanmi: On the (purported) slight of Nigeria at Mandela’s funeral
by Pius Adesanmi Perhaps in 2015, you should vote in folks with enough brain power to understand that you cannot buy love and respect with petrobillions? Perhaps you should vote…
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Senate fails to quiz Oduah on N255 million car scandal
by Akintomiwa Agbaje Stella Oduah's explanation on the ill-fated crash on October 3 involving a 23-year-old aircraft belonging to the Associated Airlines has been rejected by the Senate. The Minister of…
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The September Standard
- Uchay Joel Chima’s No Longer Afraid of Shadows Showing at Soto
- 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
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
The September Standard
- Uchay Joel Chima’s No Longer Afraid of Shadows Showing at Soto
- 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
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