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YNaija Governors’ Ranking: The good, bad and terrible | March 2020
From late February to the last day of March, conversations and expectations around governance in Nigeria has been centered around the effectiveness of state governments across Nigeria to contain the…
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From servant leader to feminist and ‘brighter grammarian’ | The YNaija Governors’ Ranking for February
Perhaps the most radical policy by a governor this month is the Okada and tricycle ban in Lagos, enforced by the Sanw0-Olu administration, which has unleashed hardship on Lagosians. No…
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If Governor El-Rufai could do it, then Nigeria should get ready for more women in government
The face of politics in Nigeria has and continues to be male. Brutishly male, older and viciously stagnant. With a significantly minute representation of women in both low and top…
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YNaija presents its Governors’ Ranking for November
The biggest news in the governor circuit is the re-election of Yahaya Bello in Kogi, which was marred with violence, intimidation, misconducts and loss of lives. Also, this week, the…
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Who’s in and who’s out? Here’s our Governors’ ranking for August
Since the conclusion of the general elections in March and the inauguration of the elected officials weeks after, the expectations of Nigerians have heightened as it relates to development in…
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The Big 5: Gov Makinde makes assets public, declares N48b; We are still negotiating for Chibok girls, Sharibu, others’ release – Presidency | Other top stories
Here are the stories you should be monitoring today: Gov Makinde makes asset public, declares N48b Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has published his asset declaration document on Monday,…
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The Big 5: Buhari, Tinubu will soon taste El-Rufai’s venom – Shehu Sani; I see Buhari’s govt as pro-military than pro-democracy – Dele Momodu | Other top stories
Here are the stories that you should be monitoring today: Suspected herdsmen attacked travellers in Osun, kill LG worker Gunmen suspected to be Fulani herdsmen, on Wednesday, attacked travellers on…
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Court grants Naira Marley N2m bail; Oshiomhole ordered away for breaching protocol at presidential inauguration and other stories that made the headlines this week
Here are the stories that drove conversation this week: SEC bars Oando’s Wale Tinubu, five others from public companies The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has barred Wale Tinubu, chief executive…
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The Late 5: Oshiomhole chased away for breaching protocol at presidential inauguration; Obasanjo, 393 passengers escape crash on Ethiopian Airlines | Other stories
Here are the stories that drove conversation today: Malami steps down as Justice minister The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has said funds recovered by…
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The Big 5: 17 feared dead as bandits invade Katsina villages, destroys houses; Buhari lied about his academic credentials – Atiku tells Tribunal | Other top stories
Here are the stories that you should be monitoring today: Police IG reorders re-deployment of Kaduna CP, others The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mohammed Adamu, has ordered the redeployment…
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The Late 5: Onnoghen misses CCT hearing as trial opens; No Boeing 737 Max 8 currently operates in Nigeria – NCAA | Other stories
Here are the stories that drove conversation today: Onnoghen misses CCT hearing as trial opens The embattled Chief Justice of Nigeria, Walter Onnoghen, was absent at Tuesday’s Code of Conduct…
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The Late 5: El-Rufai wins Kaduna governorship elections; Code of Conduct Tribunal orders daily of hearing of Onnoghen’s trial | Other stories
Here are the stories that drove conversation today: El-Rufai wins Kaduna governorship elections The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared incumbent governor of Kaduna, Nasir El-Rufai, as winner of…
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The Late 5: Death toll in Kajuru killings rises to 130; Ballot box snatchers will be punished according to the law – INEC chairman | Other top stories
Here are the stories that drove conversation today: Death toll in Kajuru killings rises to 130 The death toll in the recent attacks in Kaduna has risen to 130, Governor…
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Just In: Unknown gunmen kill 22 children, 44 others in Kaduna
At least 66 persons have been reported killed, and four wounded by unknown gunmen in Maro Gida and Iri communities in Kajuru local government areas of Kaduna. According to reports,…
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El-Rufai replies critics on his alleged call to violence
Following the outrage that have greeted the statement by Governor Nasir El-Rufai when he appeared on NTA’s Tuesday Night Live that any foreigner who tries to intervene in Nigeria’s upcoming elections, will…
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Opinion: The selfishness of Buhari’s Men and the need to vote Atiku and Obi
On Saturday, a recorded conversation featuring the Director General of the President Buhari campaign organization and the Honourable Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi was released. In the recording, Amaechi was…
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The Late 5: CAN cautions El-Rufai over threat to arrest Pastor Paul Enenche; Buhari must answer to corruption allegation against his family – PDP | Other top stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has reacted to threats by Governor Nasir El Rufai to arrest and arraign Abuja-based cleric and…
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The YNaija Cover – the 6th of December
Follow the links to read the stories and analyses on YNaija:
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The Late 5: Reps reportedly collating signatures to impeach Osinbajo; Saraki, Dogara react to demands by protesting NASS workers | Other top stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: There is an indication that some members of the House of Representatives are collating signatures in a bid to impeach the Vice-President Yemi…
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The Big 5: Those criticising my choice of running mate didn’t vote for me – El-Rufai; 2,045 PVCs stolen from INEC office in Akwa Ibom | Other top stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: Governor Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna on Tuesday reacted to criticisms trailing his choice of Dr. Hadiza Balarabe, a fellow Muslim, as…
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The YNaija Cover – the 12th of November
Following the links to read the stories and analyses on YNaija:
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Is the El-Rufai vs Obi clash the red flag on electoral violence ahead of 2019?
The 2019 general elections are a few months away but the atmosphere is already charged and the ominous signs are beginning to emerge which calls for caution from all players. Elections…
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The Big 5: Osinbajo says allegations by House of Reps Committee against him are baseless; A 2nd term for Buhari will eclipse Nigeria – Agbakoba | Other top stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: The Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo has reacted to a report by a House of Representatives committee indicting him for allegedly approving…
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The Late 5: Trouble for Uzodinma as Imo APC rejects him as guber candidate; I thought age helps one avoid making reckless utterances – Obi to El-Rufai | Other top stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: President Muhammadu Buhari on Saturday arrived in Paris, France to attend the first edition of the Paris Peace Forum, holding between…
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Peter Obi is a tribal bigot – El-Rufai
Kaduna governor, Nasir El-Rufai has called Peter Obi, former governor of Anambra and the Vice Presidential candidate of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2019 election, a religious bigot. El-Rufai…
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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