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The Late 5: Boko Haram overrun military base in Borno, kills 3 soldiers; Nigeria now has 165m active telephone lines – NCC | Other top stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday arrived in N’Djamena, Chad for consultations with Heads of State and Government of the Lake Chad Basin…
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The YNaija Cover – the 28th of November
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The Late 5: Governor Udom storms House of Assembly to stop his impeachment; Nwosu remains my choice even if he dumps APC – Okorocha | Other top stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: Leadership crisis at the Akwa Ibom House of Assembly on Tuesday heightened as a five-man faction of the House led by Nse Ntuen…
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The Big 5: Those criticising my choice of running mate didn’t vote for me – El-Rufai; 2,045 PVCs stolen from INEC office in Akwa Ibom | Other top stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: Governor Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna on Tuesday reacted to criticisms trailing his choice of Dr. Hadiza Balarabe, a fellow Muslim, as…
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The Late 5: Uzodinma says he was not arrested, accuses Okorocha of plotting story; I’m not bothered about my non-confirmation – Magu | Other top stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: The All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship candidate in Imo, Senator Hope Uzodimma has refuted reports that he was arrested by the…
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Oshiomhole is on his way to becoming Nigeria’s most powerful party administrator ever and here’s how we know
While the name, Adams Oshiomhole or more recently Osho Baba is not new on the country's political terrain, the recent developments may have revealed a lot more than majority of…
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The Late 5: INEC excludes APC from list of 67 candidates for Imo governorship; BMO rubbishes Atiku’s N33,000 minimum wage claim | Other top stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: The crisis rocking the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Imo may cost the party its quest to retain the governorship of…
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The Big 5: Wike slams FG for allegedly shielding Prince Charles from Niger Delta; Amosun denies having a hand in DSS grilling of Oshiomhole | Other top stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: Ogun Governor, Ibikunle Amosun has denied colluding with his Imo counterpart, Rochas Okorocha in seeing to the alleged detention and grilling…
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The Big 5: “Boko Haram wants N100bn for Leah Sharibu;” 5 Shi’ites reportedly killed in clash with soldiers | More stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: Fifty-seven Chibok school girls being held by Boko Haram have been reportedly sighted in Garin Magaji and Garin Mallam villages of…
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The Big 5: As APC NWC insists on Shehu Sani’s candidacy, Okorocha picks Senate ticket; Bakare wants Buhari to commence Nigeria’s restructuring | More stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: The Presidency has dissociated President Muhammadu Buhari from a letter that purportedly authorised Governor Nasir el-Rufai to “deal with traitors and disloyal…
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The Late 5: Buhari meets APC Governors over chaotic primaries; Governors Shettima, Al-Makura emerge as APC Senatorial candidates | More stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday met behind closed doors with nine governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the Presidential…
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The Late 5: Hamzat steps down for Sanwo-Olu as APC postpones Lagos primary to Monday; ‘Mama Taraba’ quits Buhari’s cabinet | More stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation: As the race for who picks the gubernatorial ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos heats up, one of the major…
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The Big 5: #OsunDecides- You’re on your own – SDP tells Omisore; We’ve handed over the election to God – PDP | More stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has expressed confidence that its candidate, Senator Ademola Adeleke will emerge victorious in Thursday’s governorship re-run…
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The Big 5: Okorocha declares for Senate, Nigerians ought to clap for Buhari on a daily basis -Ngige | More stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: Governor Rochas Okorocha of Imo has formally declared his intention to contest the Orlu senatorial seat in the 2019 elections on…
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#Owerri112: Where do law and liberty stand in Rochasland
Not so far from the roundabout where the statue of a man in broken chains stands in tribute to freedom, at least a hundred and twelve women were taken captive…
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The Big 5: Two honest security guards get N250,000 reward; Defection of Governors to PDP painful – Okorocha | More stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: Two honest security guards, Achi Daniel and Francis Emepueaku of Halogen Securities, who had returned a bag full of dollars and…
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The Big 5: Buhari is new ECOWAS Chairman, Nigeria’s Ambassador to South Africa resigns, joins PDP I More stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday was elected as the new Chairman of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of…
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The Big 5: Violent protest rocks Jos over killings by herdsmen, FAAC meeting ends in deadlock and other stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: A violent protest took place in Jos, the Plateau capital on Wednesday as residents protested the killings in three local government…
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Rochas Okorocha is now gunning for the Senate. You won’t believe his reasons
It has not been that long when Rochas Okorocha, Imo state Governor, categorically declared that “come 2019, I’m contesting for nothing”. He has now changed his mind and will be…
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The Big 5: Okorocha endorses son-in-law as successor, Ganduje promises 5 million votes for Buhari in 2019 and other stories
These are the stories from Nigeria you should be monitoring today. The governor of Imo, Rochas Okorocha, has named his Chief of Staff, Uche Nwosu as his successor in 2019.…
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The Big 5: Okorocha wants Buhari to reply Obasanjo’s letter, Police declare IBB’s spokesman wanted, and other top stories
These are the top five Nigerian stories you should be monitoring today. The Inspector-General of Police, Ibrahim Idris, has declared Kazeem Afegbua, spokesperson to former dictator, Ibrahim Babangida wanted over…
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The Big 5: Innoson boss’ bail rejection, Okorocha approves salaries, and other top stories
Here are the top five stories you should be monitoring today. Chief Executive Officer of Innooson Group, Innocent Chukwuma has rejected his release from the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes…
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Okorocha thinks workers are entitled to their salaries only because its Christmas
Imo governor, Rochas Okorocha has approved the payment of November and December salaries for civil servants in the state. According to a statement on Wednesday, Okorocha said the payment will…
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A lawmaker defects to the APC but PDP members fault his decision
The defection of a member of the House of Representatives, Nnana Raphael Igbokwe, (Ahazu/Ezinihitte Mbaise Federal Constituency, Imo) on the floor of the House on Tuesday caused an uproar from…
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This statement clearly shows Okorocha is out of touch with reality
Imo governor, Rochas Okorocha on Tuesday said no responsibility reasonable Imo indigene will protest against him. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Sam Onwuemeodo, the governor said…
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#YNaija2017Review: Evans, Rochas, Maina… See the 10 worst people of the year?
Is there anything redeeming about this lot? Abiola Ajimobi While addressing protesting students of the Oyo state co-owned Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Governor Abiola Ajimobi was caught on…
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#YNaija2017Review: Rats’ invasion of Buhari’s office, Dino Melaye’s certificate scandal, Okorocha’s erections | See the top 10 cringeworthy moments
Labeling 2017 'Year of the Awkward' will not be out-of-place as the year never ran short of a supply of embarrassing moments. Now we don't jump in our seats when…
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The YNaija Cover this morning – the 18th of December
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Buhari will get twice more votes in 2019 – Okorocha
Imo governor, Rochas Okorocha has described President Muhammadu Buhari as a man of God who will save Nigeria. Okorocha said this in a statement issued on Sunday to congratulate Buhari…
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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 16th of December
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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