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Where is Kelly Hansome, the ‘Maga don pay’ artiste?
"Maga don pay shout hallelujah, Mugu don pay shout hallelujah" If you are a Nigerian reading this post and you don't know the lyrics above, then we would like to…
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‘Senate fine-tuning Gender Equality Bill so it won’t clash with religion’
The Chairman Senate Committee on Tertiary Education and Tetfund, Senator Binta Masi, on Monday, disclosed that the National Assembly is committed to passing the Gender Equality Bill in due time.…
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Ear infection: ‘Blame PDP for Buhari’s London trip’
The Chairman, Senate Committee on Health, Dr. Lanre Tejuoso, on Saturday, said the Peoples Democratic Party's (PDP) mismanagement of the health sector caused President Muhammadu Buhari to seek medical treatment…
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10 prayer points from Pastor Dino Melaye to get you through the week
Senator Dino Melaye has proven to be a lot of things. From lawmaker to fighter, court jester to self confessed private investigator and a possible future president - he's a…
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Ambitious Dino Melaye aims ‘to become President of Nigeria’
Dino Melaye, the Senator representing Kogi West constituency believes he would be the President of Nigeria, someday. Speaking as a guest on Channels Television on Sunday, June 12, Melaye said it…
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Shehu Sani to Fashola: ‘We’ve moved from power epilepsy to power paralysis’
Senator Shehu Sani has taken a swipe at the Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola over the abject state of electricity supply in the country. The destruction of…
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Opinion: 10 memorable quotes from Saraki’s one year in office
by Wale Bakare The Nigerian Senate today celebrates her one year in office under the leadership of Senate President, Bukola Saraki. Listed below are 10 of Saraki's memorable quotes from…
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What Dino Melaye said on the floor of the Senate yesterday should worry you
On Monday, there he was, photos all over the interview, rolling on the floor, falling under all kinds of anointing, praising his "maker". Then yesterday, there he was, defending dirty…
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Shehu Sani to FG: ‘Stop intimidating NLC’
Senator Shehu Sani of Kaduna Central District, today warned the federal government against intimidating the leadership of the Nigerian Labour Congress. This was contained in a statement. He said the…
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Shehu Sani accuses those now supporting subsidy removal of “outright deception”
The Senator representing Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani, on Thursday, took to his facebook wall to protest the removal of fuel subsidy and the subsequent increase in price of fuel. Sani,…
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‘I wasn’t attacked by my constituents… I’m not against Buhari’ – Senator
Senator Isah Hammah Misua, on Friday, denied media reports that he was attacked by members of his constituency for his support for embattled Senate President, Bukola Saraki. Misua, who represents…
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Boko Haram insurgents are ‘relocating to Taraba state’
Senator Emmanuel Bwacha, the Senate Deputy Minority Leader has said Boko Haram terrorist sect is working towards the establishment of a new base in Taraba state after been dislodged from…
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Agatu killings: ‘A well planned genocide’ – David Mark
Former Senate President, David Mark has taken an assessment tour of Agatu Local Goernment Area in the Benue South constituency where over 500 people were said to have been killed…
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Tunde Fagbenle: Is Ben Bruce a charmer or a charlatan?
The first of this two-part article had hardly gone out than a flurry of vitriol against the person and character of the subject hit the waves. In newspaper reactions, on…
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David Mark sworn in as Senator amidst applause (PHOTOS)
Former Senate president, David Mark, was on Wednesday, sworn in as a senator representing Benue South constituency, for a record sixth time. In an uncommon show of respect and solidarity, the…
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‘Supreme Court did not sack me’ – Stella Oduah
Anambra Senator, Stella Oduah, has denied reports that the Supreme Court sacked her from her position at the National Assembly. It was reported on Friday, that the Supreme Court had…
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‘Praise God’ | Dino Melaye gets to remain a Senator
Senator Dino Melaye will retain his seat as a member of the 8th National Assembly, representing Kogi West after the state election Tribunal upheld his election. Smart Adeyemi of the Peoples…
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BREAKING: Senator Buruji Kashamu’s election nullified by tribunal
Senator Buruji Kashamu, representing Ogun East Senatorial district, has been sacked as a Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Ogun state nullified Kashamu's election…
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“Sidelining Ndigbo is a time-bomb waiting to explode” | PDP Senator warns Buhari
A senator under the umbrella of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) representing Abia North district, Mao Ohiabunwua, has urged President Muhammadu Buhari, to involve the Ndigbos in his administration. The PDP Senator says…
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FG reacts to Senator Barata’s detention in Saudi Arabia
The Federal Government says it is waiting for a full report on the circumstances that led to the detention of a former Chairman, Senate Committee on Culture and Tourism, Senator Hassan…
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Senator Shehu Sani publicly declares assets
Senator Shehu Sani, has followed the example of President and Vice President, by publicly declaring his assets. Sani, who represents Kaduna Central Senatorial District, has a total of N22 million…
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NDLEA: Kashamu’s extradition is not over yet
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has said it is still continuing moves to extradite a senator representing Ogun-East at the National assembly, Buruji Kashamu, to the United States for alleged…
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Kaduna senator Shehu Sani distributes camels to constituents for Ramadan
The senator representing Kaduna Central Senatorial disctrict, Shehu Sani, on Thursday distributed camels and cows in seven local government areas under his zone. He said he was giving out 12…
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A man indicted for smuggling cocaine has been elected Senator in Nigeria || Read AP’s article on Buruj Kashamu
by Damilola Jagun Associated Press (AP) has done a report on Buruj Kashamu, chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ogun state. In the report, AP sought to remind the…
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After 16 years, David Mark may cease to be a Senator
by Kolapo Olapoju Senate President, David Mark, may soon cease to be the President of the Senate. According to unofficial results made available to YNaija, Mark has lost his senate…
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I shouldn’t have trusted some people – Former Plateau Governor has “learned” his lesson
by James Sambo Former Governor of Plateau, Chief Joshua Dariye, says he regrets trusting many people while he was in office. Dariye, who currently represents Plateau Central in the Senate, told…
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Bez, May D, Lynxxx, Timi Dakolo, Seyi Law, others gear up for ‘Football For a Cause 2014’
by Jewel Stephen For the second year running, Football For A Cause (#FFAC2014), an annual fund raiser is set to bring together a fine blend of young Nigerian celebrities, artistes, On-air-personalities…
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Opinion: Why the conspiracy against Tinubu will fail
by Kehinde Bamigbetan As Chief Press Secretary, I got used to a ritual.Asiwaju would invite me into his office and the first question would be: what are people saying?He always…
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Nigerian army prevents 278 Muslim pilgrims from leaving Maiduguri airport
by S'ola Filani The Nigerian military allegedly barred 278 Islamic pilgrims, including a senator, Mohammed Ali Ndume, headed for the Umrah pilgrimage from boarding a flight out of…
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‘Nigeria must not fail’- Jonathan warns political class, Senator representing Niger state dies & other important news you should know today
by Oge Okonkwo Nigeria must not fail, Jonathan warns political class President Goodluck Jonathan on Thursday warned Nigeria’s political class that history would not forgive them if the country fails.…
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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