October 1

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Police Officers Tighten Security Ahead of October 1 #FearlessOctober Protest

September 30, 2024

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Police Officers Tighten Security Ahead of October 1 #FearlessOctober Protest

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Police officers tighten security ahead of October 1 #FearlessOctober protest The Lagos State Government has announced that it will restrict October 1 protesters to two parks that police officers will now guard. The government expressed... Read More

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Netflix Naija

September 30, 2020

Netflix is celebrating Nigeria’s Independence with its ‘Naija to the World’ collection

On 1 October, Netflix will mark the 60th anniversary of Nigeria’s Independence Day by introducing the ‘Naija to the World’ collection on the service – a curated content collection that highlights Nigerian storytellers and talent who have elevated Nigeria’s creative industry recognition around the world. The collection can be found on netflix.com/naijatotheworld (or search ‘Naija to the... Read More

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Independence

October 1, 2018

‘Green White Green,’ ’76,’ ‘October 1’: Check out our list of Naija movies to celebrate Independence Day

If you are nonchalant about today’s Independence Day, you are not alone. I tell myself every October 1st that I will read the President’s speech, and every time I fail to do so. What’s there to celebrate? Fifty-eight years of failed democratic leadership and partisan politics, and the inevitability of the current administration maintaining the... Read More

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August 16, 2017

Does Wuse Market clash make October 1 quit notice more of a problem?

by Alexander O. Onukwue There were ethnically-motivated underpinnings in the recent clash between some traders and Charly Boy at Wuse Market, it would appear. As described by various accounts, those who made to attack the popular entertainer and activist leader were of the Hausa speaking ethnic nationality, supposedly springing to action in defence of their... Read More

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December 21, 2016

The man who put even optimists in the shade | Naz Onuzo profiles AY Makun, Y!/YNaija Person of the Year 2016 popular vote winner

Between his sold-out comedy shows, his blockbuster film and his popular sitcom, it’s probably clear to all YNaija readers why AY was voted YNaija Person of the Year 2016. However, since my job is to tell you what you already know, let’s hope I do it justice. So where to start. How about the time... Read More

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October 1, 2016

The Thread: @elnathan_john’s polls explore the Nigerian state of mind this Independence

What would Independence Day be without a poll to give perspective as well as help us take stock on the things we have done wrong as a nation and what we can do better. Cue Elnathan John to the rescue. The lawyer, author and satirist, who tweets @elnathan_john has a few insightful questions on Twitter... Read More

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September 29, 2016

PODCAST: 93 Days, October 1, 30 Days in Atlanta, and more | The Uncensored Podcast is truly uncensored about Nigerian film this edition

Ifeoma Areh is creative director of Wildflower PR & Company, Lekan Olanrewaju is a scriptwriter (credits including Tinsel and Hotel Majestic), and Tosin Ajibade, is the founder of Olorisupergal.com. Together with the host, Chude Jideonwo, they talk about the movies, 93 Days, October 1, 30 Days in Atlanta, and everything that’s important in the Nigerian film... Read More

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August 18, 2016

Avengers plan to declare Niger Delta independence on…

Militant group, Niger Delta Avengers (NDA), has sworn that it will declare the independence of Niger Delta region on 1st of October, 2016. According to a statement signed by the spokesperson of the group, Mudoch Agbinibo, the NDA stated that the oil rich region was no longer a part of Nigeria and that it will declare... Read More

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Exclusive! Kunle Afolayan and the enemies in Nollywood

by Anike Jacobs Mention a succesful movie producer and director, making waves in the Nigerian movie industry today and you have got Kunle Afolayan. His block busters such as Irapada, Phone Swap and more recently, October 1 have not only earned him both national and foreign awards but also a prestige. But you see, success... Read More

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Intellectual imbeciles! Ali Baba takes a swipe at some Nollywood stakeholders

by Chinwe Okafor Piracy is an age long epidemic in the county and for some reason, it seems the time to fight it is getting closer- thanks to Kunle Afolayan for being the hero of the day. Recently, Nollywood actors took to the streets of Lagos to seize pirated copies of Kunle Afolayan’s movie, October 1.... Read More

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Winners, shockers and memorable moments of the #AMVCA2015

by Chinwe Okafor Currently named Nollywood’s biggest and most recognised party, the AMVCA’s for the third time, lived up to its new nickname as the event brought together the best in TV and film alike, both old and new, experts and upcoming under one roof to know their fate- for those anticipating but first, all with... Read More

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October 13, 2014

Review: Why you should be very proud of @KunleAfolayan’s October 1

by Wilfred Okiche Kunle Afolayan is the most important ambassador the Nigerian government does not know it needs yet. If the entertainment sector is the next big frontier, as gleaned from the country’s recent rebased GDP figures, then Afolayan, a filmmaker and actor, has for the past 5 years been a walking advertisement for the... Read More

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October 8, 2014

Happy man: Kunle Afolayan says the response to ‘October 1’ has been ‘very positive’

by Cheta Nwanze Nollywood Producer and Director, Kunle Afolayan is momentarily delighted, as he says Nigerians have responded positively to the release on his new movie, ‘October 1. The film maker recently premièred his psychological thriller flick, ‘October 1’, written by Tunde Babalola, which features veteran actor, Sadiq Daba in the lead role. YNaija caught up... Read More

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October 1, 2014

For the record: Full text of Pres. Goodluck Jonathan’s 2014 Independence Day broadcast

– Below is the full text of President Goodluck Jonathan’s 2014 Independence Day broadcast to Nigerians. Fellow Nigerians: 1. Today marks the 54th anniversary of our country’s independence as a sovereign nation. This is also the tenth month of our journey into a new century, having marked the centenary of our nation in January this... Read More

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October 2, 2013

Opinion: Nigeria’s 53 chequered years

by Wale Sokunbi For this 53rd celebration, Boko Haram, as it has done in recent years, kicked off the celebration with the midnight murder of about 50 innocent students in an agricultural college in Guijba, Yobe State, recently. Beyond Boko Haram, kidnapping for ransom has become a serious problem in the Southern part of the... Read More

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October 1, 2013

#InCaseYouMissedIt: The sizzling trailer for Kunle Afolayan’s ‘October 1’ (WATCH)

by Oge Okonkwo The much talked about upcoming movie ‘October 1’ produced by award-winning film maker and actor, Kunle Afolayan is almost completed, the official railer was released today in celebration of Nigeria’s Independence. Read synopsis and watch video below: It’s September 1960, and with Nigeria on the verge of independence from British colonial rule,... Read More

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October 1, 2012

For the Records: Full text of the 2012 Independence Day broadcast by President Goodluck Jonathan #Independence52

AN ADDRESS BY HIS EXCELLENCY, PRESIDENT GOODLUCK EBELE JONATHAN, GCFR, ON THE OCCASION OF THE INDEPENDENCE DAY ANNIVERSARY ON MONDAY, 1st OCTOBER, 2012. 1. Beloved countrymen and women, on this day, fifty-two years ago, our founding fathers brought joy and hope to the hearts of our people when they won independence for our great country.... Read More

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