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How rat-killer seller and his 3 kids kidnapped, killed 8-year-old in Oyo
The Nigeria Police Force, Oyo Command, has paraded a father - a rat killer seller - and his three children for allegedly kidnapping and killing an eight-year-old boy, Abdulraheem Bamimore.…
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What we know about the military killings of Orlu natives in Imo
Yesterday, videos surfaced on the internet showing the Nigerian military in Orlu, Imo releasing live rounds into streets where indigenes are going about with their business caused a public uproar…
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36 states and only 7 governors think the #EndSARS protests are genuine
It is Day 14 of the #EndSARS protests. Nine days since the Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, announced the disbandment of the deadly Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS), eight days…
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43 percent of Nigerians make smartphone purchase decisions based on social media campaigns, RED | For Africa study shows
A new study by the Research and Intelligence Unit of the omni-media group, RED | For Africa, indicates that about 43 percent of Nigerians with active social media accounts have…
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The Big 5: Northern Elders Forum says ‘June 12 declaration’ not enough, W.H.O warns of possible cholera spread and other stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has expressed reservations on President Buhari's declaration of June 12 as Democracy day and award of posthumous…
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No more opposition parties in Oyo – Tinubu
National leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu has said there is no more opposition party in Oyo State. Tinubu made the declaration during a mega rally at…
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It is laughable that obas would recommend me for removal – Olubadan
The Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Saliu Akanmu Adetunji, Aje Ogungunniso I, yesterday said the threat of 21 Ibadan kings to recommend him for removal is an affront to indigenes. Reference:…
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About 3,000 Oyo pensioners march to protest 56 months unpaid arrears
No less than 3,000 retired Primary School teachers in Oyo yesterday staged a protest over their unpaid pension arrears running to 56 months. The old men and women started the protest…
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Fayose is eminently qualified to lead Nigeria out of the woods – Ladoja
A former Governor of Oyo, Senator Rashid Ladoja has said the governor of Ekiti, Ayodele Fayose should not be stopped by anyone in the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) from contesting…
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Olubadan sues Gov Ajimobi, 23 others
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji, has sued the governor of Oyo, Abiola Ajimobi and 23 others, for their involvement in the crowning of 21 kings in Ibadan on…
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LAUTECH governing council pledges to restore peace
The newly constituted Governing Council of the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, has reportedly pledged to restore normalcy in the institution. The Chairman of the council, Prof. Oladapo…
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Take over LAUTECH | SUG President pleads with FG
Student Union President of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Debo Balogun has urged the Federal Government to take over the institution. In an interview with the NAN, Balogun pleaded with…
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Thought Experiment: What would American students do if they had to live the hell of LAUTECH students?
We all know one of the most tender pressure points in the land of the free (a.k.a America) is Race. In politics, welfare, opportunities, life, everything; even in academia. That's…
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Adeboye, an inspiration to me – Ajimobi
by Dolapo Adelana Oyo Governor, Abiola Ajimobi has felicitated with the General Overseer of The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye on the occasion of his 75th…
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Nasir el-Rufai drops 5 points to 28 in the latest YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for governors
We are back with the latest governors effectiveness ranking. This week Gov. Nasir el-Rufai made the lowest drop from number 23 in last week's ranking to 28 this week. The…
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‘Oyo, Osun pay LAUTECH N500m to end prolonged strike’
The governments of Oyo and Osun have reportedly paid Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) N250m each to bring an end to the crisis in the higher institution, The Nation reports.…
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Abiola Ajimobi is the worst governor in Nigeria | See the latest YNaija Effectiveness Ranking
We are back with the latest governors effectiveness ranking. This week, Willie Obiano, the Anambra state governor remains the best governor in Nigeria while Abiola Isiaka Ajimobi, the governor of…
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Insiders: “Gov. Ajimobi demonstrated his lack of understanding of his position”
Perhaps it is nothing but blackmail when a sitting governor accuses students protesting the closure of their school for eight months of disrespecting him and telling them to do whatever…
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Teacher arrested for raping 10-year-old boy
The Police Command in Oyo on Wednesday said it had arrested a 20-year-old primary school teacher, Collins Obi, for raping a 10-year-old boy in Ibadan, The Punch reports. The state Police…
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The YNaija Tracklist: Troops kill 13 terrorists in Borno | Kogi gov, Bello in Germany for eye surgery
From the papers this morning - a Tracklist. Kogi gov, Bello in Germany for eye surgery - YNaija Ajimobi reduces salaries of political appointees by half in Oyo - YNaija…
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Gov. Ajimobi slashes political appointees’ by half in Oyo
The Government of Oyo on Monday reduced the salaries of all political appointees in the state by 50 per cent. The Secretary to the State Government, Mr. Olalekan Ali, said…
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PROFILE: Sarah Sanni is on high mural ground
by Emeka Nwankwo Sarah Sanni is doing something no one else is – and there is a whole vista of opportunity ahead. “I never saw myself as a painter. It…
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10 die in Oyo road accident
Ten persons lost their lives on Sunday along the Ibadan-Oyo expressway in an accident involving an 18-seater white Toyota Hiace bus with registration number LSD 191 XA. Nine other persons…
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Macwrites Spelling Bee Challenge announces change in 2016 championship schedule
The organising and administrating council of The Macwrites Spelling Bee Challenge have announced a readjustment to the 2016 championship schedule. The maiden state-wide edition of The Spelling Bee Challenge for…
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Why Oyo state government shut down public schools
Following the crisis rocking the Oyo state education sector, the State government, on Monday, announced that it has set up a thirty-one member Education Reform Initiative Committee to broaden the scope of…
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Students protest, not begging, forces Ajimobi to reopen schools
The Oyo state government has announced the reopening of schools following protests by students. This was contained in a statement released by the Honourable Commissioner of Information, Culture and Tourism,…
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‘Utterly irresponsible, libellous and repeatedly painful’ | Kemi Olunloyo’s father describes her ‘erratic’ behavior
Father of controversial blogger, Kemi Olunloyo has publicly denounced her following her numerous unfounded attacks at him and other notable individuals in the society. Kemi's father, Omololu Olunloyo is a…
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Policeman beaten black and blue for causing accident (PHOTOS)
Pictures of a policeman who was beaten up on Tuesday morning, along Ogbomosho road in Oyo state- have surfaced on the internet. A police van was said to have caused…
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PDP chieftain says new party will emerge from PDP
It still looks like the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) might crash any time soon. A PDP stalwart and Osi Olubadan of Ibadan, Lekan Balogun, has predicted that a new party would…
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This is how you celebrate losing an election
by Chinwe Okafor Celebrities disgraced when they chose to run for seat in this year's elections. Out of all, just a few got compensated for their guts to even near…
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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