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Out of the closet: Gay protesters disrupt trial of alleged homosexuals in Anambra
by Rachel Ogbu Photo: freethoughtblogs Gay rights activists and members of the gay community have protested the arraignment of two men accused of being in a same sex relationship in…
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Who goes first? “Make your salaries and allowances public” – Femi Falana challenges lawmakers
by Rachel Ogbu Falana (Photo: Punch) A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana has called on lawmakers to declare their salaries and allowances to the public. On Thursday, Falana speaking…
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We need to find my missing friend, Abubakar Shekau fast! – and more, in today’s news roundup with Cheta Nwanze
by Cheta Nwanze A friend of mine is missing. His name is Abu Shekau, and I would be VERY grateful if someone helps me find him. He means a lot…
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Opinion: Of homosexuals, corrective rape, and our holy legislators
by Adekoya Boladale If homosexuality is immoral, masturbation is immoral and so also is corruption, nepotism, ethnicity, hatred, anger and injustice. Africa is a land with rich culture and tradition,…
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Opinion: Fashakin and the CPC are not sinking; they have sunk
by Jibrin Mamman ....no one but God can determine any man's future. So for Fashakin to say that Abati's future is sinking is to say the least ungodly. I just read…
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Opinion: Dialogue? They prefer anarchy!
by Ndubisi Ibelegbu The politicians in Nigeria talk glibly about ‘peace’ but actually prefer war. Can you blame them? About 99% of those fellows have never fought a war as…
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Senate to back emergency rule in Borno, Yobe, Adamawa today [DETAILS]
Few hours before President Goodluck Jonathan declared a State of Emergency in Borno, Yobe and Adamawa States, the Senate gave an indication it would approve the plan saying it will…
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Running against GEJ: Tony Anenih, PDP leaders in secret meeting with Tambuwal
by Hauwa Gambo As the rumours intensify about a presidential bid by Aminu Tambuwal, Speaker of the House of Representatives, leaders of the ruling People's Democratic Party (PDP) have held…
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Temie Giwa: This is what a feminist looks like (Y! FrontPage)
In other to change this status quo, most of us must become feminists. Many women are not satisfied with staying at home and raising children, no matter how fulfilling this…
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Nasir El-Rufai: Nigeria’s budget and the dance of masquerades
by Nasir El-Rufai The House of Representatives came up with a different figure entirely and issued a threat to have the President impeached if by September the same year…
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Opinion: 10 million agric phones: The National Assembly should act now
by Eze Onyekpere There is no empirical evidence showing that there are 10 million farmers in Nigeria who need telephones and how the ministry arrived at telephones as the priority…
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This is important – We are underestimating the problem, and overstating our capacity (#NewLeadership Series by Chude Jideonwo)
by Chude Jideonwo Government is the most important force for change in any society so ultimately to make any sustainable change, you have to have people in this imperfect, impossible…
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Bad marriages – and more, in today’s news round-up with Cheta Nwanze
by Cheta Nwanze What I find interesting is that the current leader of the"geographical expression" has now deemed it fit to let us know that though the marriage is bad, it…
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Fuel subsidy: Major fuel crisis imminent as FG’s ‘cheques bounce’ at CBN
by Isi Esene Another storm might be brewing with regards fuel subsidy payment to oil marketers as most of them were reportedly turned back while making attempts to claim funds…
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Iyinoluwa Aboyeji: Something positive from the Okonjo-Iweala kidnap (YNaija FrontPage)
by Iyinoluwa Aboyeji There is no question. The dramatic kidnap and subsequent release of the Minister of Finance’s mother deserves a Nollywood movie of its own. According to the…
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Opinion: Between Sanusi’s megalomania and the evil spirit at the Mint
by Theophilus Ilevbare The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, The Volcano, as he is now fondly called in some quarters, had a quick succession of eruptions…
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“We might be next” – National Assembly members express fear over ’embarrassing level’ of violence
by Isi Esene Some members of the House of Assembly have expressed their worry at the spate of violent crimes in the country and the seeming incapacity of the government's security…
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Dele Momodu: Time to build a modern Nigeria (Part IV)
I have watched, and listened to, our President. He speaks like someone who really wants to succeed but lacks the courage to fight the cankerworm that made others before him…
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Temie Giwa: The Nigerian political opposition’s poison (YNaija FrontPage)
The opposition’s strategy is to steal the Sout-West and the North from PDP by presenting a northern favorite through CPC and a South-Western winner through the ACN. The plan seems…
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LegalNaija: Understanding the Nigeria Terrorism Prevention Act
by Adedunmade Onibokun The right to share privileged information with a person's legal Attorney is also protected provided that the information is not in furtherance of a criminal purpose. Terrorism…
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Just a few trillions: President Jonathan wants N4.92trn in new budget
by Hauwa Gambo Your President has introduced his budget to the National Assembly, and all he wants are a few trillions to continue the good work he has started. He…
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“We want to contest too, remove the age barrier” – Youth Alliance tells National Assembly
by Stanley Azuakola The National Assembly would soon embark on another constitution review process. On the 11th, 12th and 13th October, the senate would hold public hearings on the review in Abuja while…
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N5000 note reversal: Even the PDP is happy, says publicity secretary
by Stanley Azuakola Maybe one of the good things about the majority protest against CBN's proposed new N5000 note was that the president did not think it was stage-managed, unlike…
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“Stop threatening the president” – Presidency warns critics
by Stanley Azuakola The presidency has responded to the National Assembly's threat to impeach President Goodluck Jonathan over his failure to implement the 2012 budget and resolutions of the legislature.…
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Man-in-a-hurry: President Jonathan bombards National Assembly with requests
by Stanley Azuakola The National Assembly has resumed work after going on recess for two months. Apparently, President Goodluck Jonathan has been waiting expectantly for their return, judging from the way…
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House of Representatives says NO to N5,000 note, Oteh’s reinstatement
by Stanley Azuakola The National Assembly has returned from its two months rest. And just in case Nigerians did not take note, the House of Representatives resumed today and kicked…
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Temie Giwa: A silent National Assembly (YNaija FrontPage)
How can a multi millionaire understand the pressing plight of the average Nigerian when his or her life is so far removed from their reality? The uselessness of the federal…
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Opinion: In defence of House of Reps
by Oke Epia In as much as destructive criticism is unhelpful and unpatriotic, the same can be said of the conduct of a legislature that defaults on its constitutional mandate,…
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Supreme Court sacks senators, House member
by Isi Esene There was a legal avalanche yesterday with the courts’ sacking of three members of the House of Assembly. The members who got their marching others are Senators…
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“Is there anybody you trust?” – Read transcript of alleged Lawan/Otedola $3 million conversation
by Doyin Jaiyesimi For those of you who have been asking for the famous Femi-Farouk bribe audio transcript, we have been working hard to bring it to you. Here you go -…
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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