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[The Activism Blog] Oby Ezekwesili takes the FG to the cleaners with her statement on the #ResumeOrResign protests
Former minister of Education and Co-covener BBOG, Dr. Obiageli Ezekwesili has condemned the unprofessional handling of the #ourmumudondo protesters in Abuja by the federal government. And we give her thumbs…
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What the presidency did to anti-Buhari protesters is disgraceful – Ezekwesili
Former minister of education, Oby Ezekwesili has said the Presidency blew its chance to regain confidence of Nigerians, after the attack on anti-Buhari protesters. In a series of tweets on…
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ASUU wants all the problems to disappear with the wave of the hand – Presidency
The Presidency on Tuesday said the strike embarked upon by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) was "unnecessary ". The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and…
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How Buhari shunned govt official who tried to undermine Osinbajo – Presidency
Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu on Tuesday said President Muhammadu Buhari turned back a government official for trying to undermine Acting President, Yemi…
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We did not hire pro-Buhari protesters – Presidency
Special Adviser to the President on Political Matters, Senator Babafemi Ojudu has dismissed reports that pro-Buhari protesters were sponsored by the Presidency. Ojudu stated this while fielding questions from State…
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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversation today
These are the top five stories that drove conversation today. 1. AIRFORCE RELEASES AERIAL VIDEO OF ATTACK ON BOKO HARAM The Nigerian Airforce (NAF) has released a video of ambush of…
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Anti-Buhari protesters trying to derail war against corruption – Presidency
The Presidency on Thursday said those protesting for President Muhammadu Buhari to resign were trying to derail the war against corruption. In a statement, Senior Special Assistant to the President…
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Senate’s position on Buhari’s absence commendable, patriotic – Presidency
The Presidency has described the senate's position on the absence of President Muhammadu Buhari as patriotic. Senior Special Assistant to the President on National Assembly Matters, Senator Ita Enang said…
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Buhari did not promise to resign if … – Presidency
The Presidency has denied reports that President Muhammadu Buhari promised to resign if he does not recover from his illness. A media outfit had reported that the President vowed to…
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Osinbajo did not call those agitating for restructuring political jobbers – Presidency
Acting President Yemi Osinbajo has denied calling those agitating for restructuring “political jobbers”. Osinbajo said this on Tuesday in a statement by his media aide, Laolu Akande. He was reacting…
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FG plans to submit 2018 budget to N’Assembly in October
Director General, Budget Office of the Federation, Ben Akabueze has said the 2018 Executive Budget proposal would be submitted to the National Assembly in October. He announced this at the opening of…
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Buhari will not resign, he did not breach any law – Presidency
The Presidency on Monday said President Muhammadu Buhari would not resign , as he has not breached any law in the country. Senior Special Assistant to the President, Garba Shehu…
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Presidency commends CAN over message to Buhari
The Presidency on Monday said the message from the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) to President Muhammadu Buhari was touching. CAN in a statement during the weekend had expressed joy…
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Presidency commends Lagos govt over the release of kidnapped Igbonla students
The Presidency has commended the efforts of the Lagos State Government and other stakeholders who ensured the release of the six kidnapped Igbonla-Epe Model College students. In a tweet, media…
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[The Presidential Blog] Professor Osinbajo inaugurates two new ministers
Acting President, Yemi Osinbajo, on Wednesday inaugurated Stephen Ocheni (Kogi) and Suleiman Hassan (Gombe) as ministers. This comes two months after their nominations were confirmed by the Senate. The inauguration…
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Modular refineries may begin in August – Presidency
The Presidency on Tuesday said the proposed modular refineries might start in August. The Senior Special Assistant to the Acting President on Media and Publicity, Mr. Laolu Akande, disclosed this…
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Why an Atiku PDP presidency is not an article of faith yet
by Alexander O. Onukwue So the PDP of Adamawa State wish to welcome Atiku Abubakar back to their fold, to, in line of their reasoning, give him a platform where…
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Atiku 2019: 5 things he said about restructuring
by Alexander O. Onukwue Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, is gradually becoming one of the potential candidates for the Presidency in 2019. There has been no formal declaration of interest…
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YNaija Editorial: Yes please, the Presidency may approach the bench immediately
When three weeks ago, Babatunde Raji Fashola decided to take on the National Assembly by himself over the cuts made to his Ministry of Works' Budget, it was beyond embarrassing. Not…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five stories that you should monitor today. NHIS to secure police protection as suspended Secretary vows to resume work The Ministry of Health will on Monday…
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The YNaija Tracklist: Magu: Presidency to approach Supreme Court over appointment crisis | Lagos Assembly to reduce ex-governors’ pensions | More stories
From the papers this morning - a tracklist. NHIS to secure police protection as suspended Secretary vows to resume work - YNaija Magu: Presidency to approach Supreme Court over appointment…
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Seek judicial resolution to confirmation of appointees | Falana, others tell FG
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana and other prominent activists have called on the Presidency to approach the Supreme Court over the confirmation of non-ambassadorial and non-ministerial nominees. The advice was…
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Magu: Presidency to approach Supreme Court over appointment crisis
The Presidency is set to approach the Supreme Court over the lingering crisis between the executive and the National Assembly over the powers of the President to appoint some heads…
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Presidency debunks alleged recent photograph of Buhari
The Presidency has dismissed reports that a picture on the internet is a recent photo of President Muhammadu Buhari. Saleh Shehu Ashaka, a journalist with Voice of America had posted…
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Trump’s personal lawyer threatens in mail | ‘Watch your back , b**ch’
President Trump's personal attorney has apologized, Thursday after a thread of emails were released showing threats he wrote to a stranger, Wednesday, CNN reports. Marc Kasowitz, who is representing the president…
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Presidency orders suspended NHIS boss’ probe
Acting President Yemi Osinbajo has granted permission for the probe of suspended Executive Secretary of the National Health Insurance, Prof. Usman Yusuf, Punch reports. Yusuf was suspended after he was…
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Buhari and Osinbajo are the same – Lai Mohammed
The Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed has highlighted that there is no difference between Acting President Yemi Osinbajo and President Muhammadu Buhari. The minister said this on Thursday while addressing…
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President Buhari writes Bisi Akande over the death of his wife
The Presidency on Thursday said ailing Muhammadu Buhari had written and called Bisi Akande, on the telephone to commiserate with him on the death of his wife, Omowunmi. The Senior…
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“The Anaconda and the Python once ruled the Forest” | Shehu Sani continues his animal analogies
Senator Shehu Sani has continued his use of animal analogies to describe "political happenings" within the Presidency. The metaphors started when Senator Shehu Sani posted on Facebook and the Wife…
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Trump is back bashing fake news, says most media sources are made up and do not exist
President Donald Trump is back on the "fake news" bashing train. Following the field day the press had with Donald Trump Jr's inconsistent accounts of meeting with a Russian lawyer…
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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