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Tinubu Meets ’99 Govs, Pledges Palliatives in Response to Subsidy Removal Concerns; Ortom Hits Back at Atiku’s Aide, Denies ‘Worst Governor’ Tag | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Tinubu Meets '99 Govs, Pledges Palliatives in Response to Subsidy Removal Concerns Ogun State Govt Website Hacked, Measures Taken to Restore Services Ortom Hits Back at Atiku's Aide, Denies 'Worst…
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PDP suspends Fayose, Anyim, two others over anti-party activities
Ayodele Fayose, the former governor of Ekiti State, Pius Anyim, a former president of the Senate, Professor Dennis Ityavyar, and Aslam Aliyu were all suspended from the Peoples Democratic Party…
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Tinubu defeats Obi by a margin of 2k votes in Benue
Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has won the presidential election in Benue state. The Independent National Electoral Commission's (INEC) returning officer, Faruk Kuta, declared the results on…
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21-year-old man arrested for defrauding investors of N2bn, CBN: We’re expecting fighter jets to curb insecurity | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: 21-year-old man arrested for defrauding investors of N2bn Joshua Dominic, The Chief Executive…
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Nigeria ranked third-worst in global good governance index, CAF: Enyimba FC in a ‘do or die’ clash with Orlando Pirates | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: Nigeria ranked third-worst in global good governance index The Chandler Institute of Governance…
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Presidency tackle Atiku over comment on Buhari, Niger: Schools reopen after Kagara abduction | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: Presidency tackle Atiku over comment on Buhari Special Adviser to the President on…
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Security CrISIS: Alleged plot to infiltrate Southern Nigeria? | The #YNaijaCover
If there is any time where government must double up efforts to fulfil its constitutional duty of protecting lives and properties in Nigeria, that time has to be now. From…
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COVID-19: Nigeria records lowest infection figures in 2021, Lagos power up 8 communities after 6-year darkness | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: Lagos power up eight communities after six-year darkness The Lagos State Government has…
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Aisha Buhari returns to Nigeria, Resident Doctors threaten strike | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: Aisha Buhari returns to Nigeria after months away Wife of the President, Aisha…
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Terrorist Governor: Is the ‘herdsomenia’ between Ortom and Muhammed going to end soon? | #YNaijaCover
The battle of words between Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue, and his Bauchi counterpart, Bala Muhammed, appears to be far from over. Following the latter's comment on Thursday, 11th February…
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Last judge of Benue: Samuel Ortom discovers new hobby, turns marriage counsellor | The #YNaijaCover
The year is 2020. The location is Benue, Nigeria. The situation- a victim of domestic violence had bravely told her story of abuse but instead of getting justice, the Governor…
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Ortom clears his schedule for marriage counselling, does nothing to stop domestic violence
As is common knowledge, life is not without its challenges and this has become the reality of existence. However, not everyone is faced with equal problems, some people are simply…
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The YNaija Cover: Is there a ‘Gana’ conspiracy or what don’t we know?
Controversy instantly trailed the announcement of the killing of dreaded Benue Militia Leader, Terwase Akwaza better known as Gana, by the Nigerian Army. Commander of the Four Special Forces Command,…
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BREAKING: Governor Ortom survives fierce re-election battle; wins by margin of 89,308 votes
Governor Samuel Ortom of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) has emerged winner of the Benue gubernatorial elections as declared by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday. According to…
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2019: Lagos, Ogun and the 8 battle grounds to look out for in the governorship race
This Saturday, Nigerians will once again move out to elect their leaders (state executives) for the next four years in the second stanza of the much anticipated general election. If…
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Osinbajo, Jonathan, Adeboye, Oyedepo, others attend Paul Eneche’s 100,000-seater auditorium dedication (PHOTOS)
Vice President Professor Yemi Osinbajo, former president Goodluck Jonathan; General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye; Presiding Bishop of the Living Faith Church Worldwide,…
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The Late 5: As Fayemi takes charge at Ekiti, Fayose keeps date with the EFCC; Parents of slain health worker say they believe Hauwa is still alive | More stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: Former Minister of Mines and Steel, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, was Tuesday sworn in as the sixth governor of Ekiti, alongside Chief Adebisi…
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The Late 5: Governor Ajimobi also skipped NYSC – Shittu; Prof Utomi, Ogboru emerge as Delta APC guber candidates in parallel primaries | More stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: President Muhammadu Buhari has pledged to uphold the independence of the nation's election management body, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)…
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The Late 5: Embattled Ambode meets with Buhari behind closed doors, Dogara formally returns to PDP, says APC is full of ‘ravenous people’ | More stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday met behind closed doors with embattled Governor of Lagos, Akinwunmi Ambode at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. While the…
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The Big 5: National interest supercedes the rule of law – Buhari; APC sweeps Imo council polls | More stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday, stressed that the Rule of Law must be subject to the supremacy of the nation’s security and…
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ICYMI: Saraki, Tambuwal clash with Tinubu; Miyetti Allah leader threatens to force Saraki out of office | Top 10 stories this week
These were the top ten stories that drove the conversation this week: National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, bared his mind on the recent defections…
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The Late 5: Owerri court releases 114 Imo women held in detention, Gov. Ortom alleges threat to his life | More stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: An Owerri high court on Friday granted the unconditional release of 114 women alleged to be members of the Indigenous People…
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ICYMI: Saraki, Tambuwal, Ahmed and Abdullahi rejoin PDP, 8 Benue lawmakers serve Ortom impeachment notice I Top stories this week
These are the top ten stories that drove conversation this week: The Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki announced his defection from the All Progressives Congress (APC). Saraki made the announcement…
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The Big 5: FG to increase ‘corpers allawee,’ Saraki is key to the renewed struggle to free Nigeria – Secondus I More stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: The People's Democratic Party (PDP) on Thursday, at its National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja, formally welcomed Senate President Bukola…
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The Late 5: Saraki, Abdulfatah announce defection from the APC, ‘Buhari has nothing to do with Ortom’s impeachment notice’ I More stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: The Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki has announced that he is leaving the All Progressives Congress (APC). Governor of Kwara…
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The Late 5: Imo Assembly sacks Deputy Governor, Ortom served impeachment notice I More stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: Deputy Governor of Imo, Prince Eze Madumere was on Monday impeached by 19 out of the 27 members of the assembly despite…
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The Big 5: Buhari departs for Togo, Nigerians should insist on a healthy President in 2019- PDP I More stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: President Muhammadu Buhari will on Sunday depart Abuja for Lome, the Republic of Togo to participate in a Joint Economic Community…
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The Late 5: Don’t campaign for my re-election – Buhari, Ortom would have made us lose 2019 election – Oshiomhole I More stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: President Muhammadu Buhari has on Saturday urged his supporters across the country to halt their current campaigns for his re-election. As contained in a…
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The Late 5: Oshiomhole is talking out of ignorance – Ngige, Ortom announces defection from APC and other stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: The Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr. Chris Ngige, has on Wednesday reacted to the threat by the National Chairman of…
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BREAKING: In an unsurprising move, Governor Ortom defects from APC
The Governor of Benue, Samuel Ortom has announced his defection from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to the People's Democratic Party (PDP), putting to rest speculations about his stay…
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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