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“I did not expect it” – Bayelsa Speaker breaks silence on impeachment
by Adeniyi Abdul Speaker of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly, Kombowei Benson has spoken out about his impeachment, revealing that he was caught by surprise. Benson had been impeached…
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Post-election: Edo cults clash, claim six lives
by Isi Esene There seems to be a post-election crisis brewing in Edo State as rival cult groups are attacking each other over money allegedly disbursed to them by an…
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It’s ACN-CPC vs PDP on Twitter! Click to read details of today’s debate
by Adeniyi Abdul Well here's something new. As opposed to the usual sly jabs here and there and downright bashing that comes from several angles, could some form of change…
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“There is no challenge at all” – Labour Party chairman is certain of victory in Ondo State
by Adeniyi Abdul The latest declaration of confidence from a political party has come from none other than the Labour Party. Following the template set by the PDP and the…
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“Professor Jega must bear the full responsibility” – Oshiomhole reiterates criticism of INEC
by Adeniyi Abdul Edo State Governor Adams Oshiomhole has spoken on the reasons behind his strong criticism of the Independent National Electoral Commission at the start of the polls during…
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Opinion: Edo election as a metaphor
by Patrick Utomi The people are not stupid. You may not believe this if you consider yourself a shrewd observer of Nigerian politics since the military scampered away from power…
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Akintunde Oyebode: The graveyard of champions (YNaija Frontpage)
It does not matter what party you belong to or which “heavyweight” opposes your election; if you want to remain governor of your state for another four years, the easiest…
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Alibaba: We have lost our educational values and expectedly, our future
And if our future is standing on oil... It's a slippery future if you ask me. It was sometime in 1995, that it first hit me that we, as Nigerians,…
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Opinion: Small men in big shoes
by Anthony Akinola ONE inevitable fallout from our history of incessant military interruption of the democratic process has been the emergence, in positions of leadership and authority, of men and…
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Tolu Ogunlesi: BREAKING: Nigeria now “closer than ever” to discovery of GAWD! Particle (YNaija FrontPage)
The Nigerian Government this morning announced that it was now “very close” to discovering the elusive “GAWD! Particle.” In an exclusive chat with this reporter Presidential spokesperson Rubu Bati said…
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“It was very stupid of him,” says unhappy House of Reps as Otedola brushes aside questions
Femi Otedola by Isi Esene Mr. Femi Otedola appeared yesterday before the House of Representatives’ Committee on Ethics and Privileges probing the bribe allegation trailing the fuel subsidy probe lead by Farouk…
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Analysis: First, “I am not a lion”, and now “I don’t give a damn” – The Trials of Brother Goodluck
by Stanley Azuakola There is something called the Goodluck Jonathan conundrum. This is how it is defined: Just when you think you finally understand Nigeria’s President, he does something else which…
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MKO’s death was a blessing for his wives – Kola Abiola
by Femi Adesina He’s built like a boxer, a wrestler or a weightlifter. And why wouldn’t he be? He works out in a gymnasium daily, and has hiking and mountain…
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Global Citizen: Obama, the underdog
by Robert Kuttner Co-founder and co-editor, 'The American Prospect' Ten of twelve states that most polls consider to be in play this year are states that Obama carried in 2008. Those would…
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“Isn’t it evil?” – PDP wonders why Buhari has not apologised to Yoruba people
by Adeniyi Abdul The dust has barely settled from former Head of State General Muhammadu Buhari's latest statement about Nigeria and the Peoples Democratic Party, but he is clearly not about…
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“We are doing nonsense in Nigeria” – Buhari charges again
by Lekan Olanrewaju The last time former Head of State General Muhammadu Buhari shared his thoughts on Nigeria it involved something of a prophecy of doom that led to a…
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Decay, retrogression, desperation: These are a few of Tinubu’s favourite words (about the PDP)
by Lekan Olanrewaju You could be forgiven for forgetting that other states exist in Nigeria besides Edo, what with the constant bickering the Peoples Democratic Party and the Action Congress…
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‘We must never be cowed’ – House of Reps suspends Farouk Lawan
by Adeniyi Abdul In light of the recent bribery scandal involving Honourable Farouk Lawan and Femi Otedola, the House of Representatives today served the former head of the fuel subsidy…
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“He is not going to stay more than eight years” – GEJ’s aide wants “mischief makers” to calm down
by Adeniyi Abdul President Goodluck Jonathan has a message for everyone concerned about the length of time he plans on spending as President: Take it easy. President Jonathan's Special Adviser…
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‘Is it in Edo State that you will defeat ACN?’ – Adams Oshiomole thinks the PDP is ‘funny’
by Lekan Olanrewaju News of political parties in Nigeria throwing barbs at one another is nothing shocking, and apparently the Edo State Governor has no problem with that. Governor Adams Oshiomole in…
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1, 2, 3, 4 time’s the charm? Buhari says he’ll run for president again in 2015
by Seyi Lawal There is no stopping this man. Major Gen. Muhammadu Buhari (rtd) has become the first aspirant to publicly declare his interest in the 2015 presidential election, putting an end to…
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#GovFasholaVsLagosDoctors: Only 34 sacked doctors out of 788 reinstated in Lagos
by Seyi Lawal It’s been reported that 34 medical doctors out of the 788 sacked recently by the Lagos State Government have been re-absorbed. ThisDay gathered that the 34 doctors had re-applied to…
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Forget the Opposition: Former Minister of Information, Edwin Clark says Jonathan will run in 2015
by Seyi Lawal photo credit: the Tribune Forget opposition and their plan to unite against President Goodluck Jonathan, elder statesman and former Minister of Information, Edwin Clark, has said…
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#InCaseYouMissedIt: Court nullifies warrant to arrest Saraki
by Seyi Lawal Bad news for those who want Saraki behind bars. There will be no arrest of the former governor of Kwara State, Senator Bukola Saraki. Thanks to a Federal High Court…
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Opinion: El-Rufai exposes Buhari – says it’s time for a new generation of leaders
by Abdullahi Aborode This is a message to General Muhammadu Buhari from Mallam Nasir El-Rufai on the 4th of October, 2010 few months before the April 2011 elections. READ BELOW; The attention of…
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You are hypocrites: PDP comes down on the ACN… again
by Lekan Olanrewaju A statement from the PDP Zonal Publicity Secretary, Mr Kayode Babade has criticised former Lagos State Governor Bola Tinubu for questioning the integrity of the 2011 Presidential elections. Tinubu had previously stated…
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“The present government has gone totally berserk”- Full text of #YNaijaInterview with Dele Momodu
This week, media mogul and former presidential aspirant was kind enough to take time out of his busy schedule to join us for the YNaija Friday Twitter Interview. The Ovation boss was…
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Are we bored yet? PDP tells the ACN to quit lyin’
by Lekan Olanrewaju At this point it's safe to say we can all agree that these two parties probably need to sit down and iron out their issues over cookies and…
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Are we done yet? Buhari claims President Jonathan plans to arrest and hang him
by Chi Ibe To be honest, these people need to kiss and make up already; we are getting tired of the bromance existing between President Goodluck Jonathan and former Head of State,…
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Iyinoluwa Aboyeji: Now that government is broke… (YNaija FrontPage)
It might actually be a good thing that we are broke. If we will not willingly shed our weight as country, a broke back (or bank) will surely force us…
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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