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Senator Adeleke was a patriotic statesman – Saraki
by Dolapo Adelana Senate President Bukola Saraki has described the late Senator Isiaka Adeleke as a leader and a patriotic statesman. Saraki said this on Sunday in a series of…
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[The Legislative Blog]: Are you ready? Senator Murray-Bruce wants to produce a Hollywood/Nollywood movie
Senator Ben Murray-Bruce has come a long way with his Common Sense series, we just realised. To celebrate the 100th episode in the series, the Senator wants to shoot "a…
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I was not attacked, report is work of political rivals – Sen. Abu Ibrahim
Senator representing Katsina South, Abu Ibrahim has debunked reports that he was attacked at the All Progressive Congress (APC) zonal rally where decampees from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) were…
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Protesters attack senator, rep in Katsina (WATCH)
Irate youths on Saturday attacked senator representing Katsina south, Abu Ibrahim and Amiru Tukur, member representing Bakori/Danja in the house of representatives at a political event organised by the state…
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Senator, Reps member attacked by irate youths in Katsina
Senator representing Katsina South, Abu Ibrahim and House of Representatives member, Alhaji Amiru Tukur on Saturday escaped a mob attack at a political event organised by Katsina state chapter of…
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Dino Melaye is unstoppable as the worst Senator in Nigeria | The YNaija Effectiveness Ranking
Senator Dino Melaye has, at this point, convinced us he might remain the worst Senator in Nigeria, at least until he leaves office. And even then, it might be difficult…
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[The Legislative Blog]: It looks like Senator Dino Melaye finally got himself a university certificate
It's been nearly two weeks since Senator Dino Melaye appeared before the Senate Committee for Ethics and Privilege to admit under an oath that he graduated from Ahmadu Bello University,…
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After taking shots at Dino Melaye like this, Reno Omokri has proved himself more silly than we thought
Let's not even lie, we had all moved on from Senator Dino Melaye's graduation scandal. Like we had passed a verdict on Senator Melaye and had put all of it…
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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversations today
by Dolapo Adelana These are the top five stories that drove conversations today. 1. Buhari has done his best, it’s time for him to resign – Hon Jibrin A former chairman of…
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EFCC probes senator over N4b contracts, 20 bank accounts
by Azeez Adeniyi The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is currently probing a senator for not executing N4 billion contracts awarded by the government of Delta State, The Nation…
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Seized vehicles not owned by any senator – Customs
by Dolapo Adelana The Nigeria Customs Service has said the 13 vehicles seized by the service in Kano had no link to any senator. The Acting Public Relations Officer of…
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We found our Senators, but we’re not sure we should have | YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for Senators
Last week was a confusing one. It looked like we couldn't find our Senators. Good news - we located them. But in even more confusing developments, we realized they were…
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Dino Melaye slips further down, Bukola Saraki rises again | The YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for Senators
Senator Bukola Saraki rises along with Senator Chukwuka Utazi on this week's YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for senators. Both Senators enter the top 10 thanks to a strong and necessary statement…
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Bukola Saraki slips further, Dino Melaye crashes out of the top 20 | YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for Senators
Dino Melaye sees himself slip all the way down to the number 32 position on this week's YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for Senators. This regression for Senator for the Kogi West…
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Anambra senator, Andy Uba defects to APC
Senator representing Anambra South Senatorial zone under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Andy Uba has defected to the All Progressives Congress (Congress). Uba disclosed this at a…
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Akwa Ibom senator quits PDP, defects to APC
A senator representing Akwa Ibom South, Nelson Effiong on Thursday defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Effiong announced his defection on the floor…
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I never planned to be a senator – Ndume
Former Senate leader, Ali Ndume said he never planned to be a senator in the first place when he ventured into politics. Speaking with reporters in Borno on Sunday, Ndume…
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[The Legislative Blog]: Senator Dino Melaye shares insights for living in 2017 (WATCH)
Senator Dino Melaye, the prayer warrior. Senator Dino Melaye, the prophet. Senator Dino Melaye, the motivational speaker. Here's ALL you need to live through 2017 according to Senator Dino Melaye,…
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We need a common sense minister – Ben-Bruce
The Senator representing Bayelsa-East, Ben Murray-Bruce says the country ought to have a minister for 'common sense'. According to The Cable Bruce made the remark during an interview with Peace Hyde…
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Shehu Sani sent thugs to attack our leaders – APC
The All Progressives Congress in Kaduna State has alleged that suspended senator, Shehu Sani sent thugs to attack executive members of the party at the APC secretariat. Acting State Secretary…
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[The Legislative Blog]: Maybe Senator Ben Murray-Bruce got a good deal with Volkswagen Nigeria
Senator Ben Murray Bruce has been up to a great deal of good work recently and it's hard to ignore. Last week, he was out in Maiduguri with the other…
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5 things to expect once the toll roads are reintroduced
Since the Senate has decided to punish us for the deplorable state of Federal roads across the nation by billing us for the repairs, maintenance and even construction of new…
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Recession: Senate open to concession of assets – Ndume
Senate leader Ali Ndume says though the upper legislative chamber is against the sale of the nation's assets, it is still open to the option of concession, The Punch reports. Ndume said…
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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversation today
These are the top five stories that drove the conversation today 1. Appeal court upholds Dickson’s election An Abuja Court of Appeal has confirmed the election of Bayelsa state governor, Sariake…
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[The Legislative Blog]: Senator Buruji Kashamu is the messiah of Ogun East district
Fellow Nigerians, What comes to mind when you see a crowd this large in Nigeria? A religious convention? Voters at an election ground? Packs of Dangote salt and Senator Buruji…
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[The Legislative Blog]: Senator Buruji Kashamu’s many woes
Senator Buruji Kashamu representing Ogun East senatorial district is in a lot of trouble but Nigerians are not talking so much about it because "all man for himself". The embattled…
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Lucky fan set to walk away with N200,000 at Ajebo Unleashed 3.0
Popular comedian and cartoonist is back with the third edition of his highly anticipated comedy show. The show is tagged Ajebo Unleashed 3.0 and it is set to hold at…
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Court asks Police, SSS why Kashamu should be extradited
An application to stop the extradition of Senator Buruji Kashamu to the United States has been served to the State Security Services and the Police by a Federal High Court…
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Opinion: Did Ganduje betray Kwankwaso?
By Auwalu Lawan Aranposu Immediately he was sworn in as Kano state governor, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje pledged to continue with all outstanding projects left uncompleted by his predecessor and…
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Stella Oduah holds requiem mass for late son
The Oduah family on Monday held a requiem mass for Chinedu the late son of Princess Stella Adaeze Oduah who died at the age of 28 on Friday in Abuja. The…
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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