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Monkeys reportedly steal N70m from Senator Abdullahi Adamu | YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for Senators
On Wednesday, February 21, 2018, the Northern Senators Forum removed Nasarawa West senator, Abdullahi Adamu as its chairman. Adamu, a former Nasarawa governor was relieved of his position over allegations that…
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I didn’t receive, distribute N2bn campaign fund | David Mark denies allegation
Former Senate President, David Mark has denied reports of receiving N2 billion from the Peoples Democratic Party to distribute to senators. In a statement on Sunday by his Media Assistant,…
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Shehu Sani’s ‘unionism’ supports incompetence | YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for Senators
The Senator representing Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani has found it difficult to separate activism from the inner workings of governance. Sani, who has previously been at loggerheads with Kaduna governor,…
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The YNaija Tracklist: Unpaid salary: Senators donate 1280 bags of rice to Kogi workers | Boko Haram kills 8 soldiers in Yobe | More stories
Govt officials loyal to Jonathan reinstated Maina – Presidency - YNaija Those who reinstated Maina work for Buhari, not me | Jonathan replies Presidency - YNaija Buhari did not invite…
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Unpaid salary: Senators donate 1280 bags of rice to Kogi workers
Some members of the Senate have donated 1,280 bags of rice to Kogi State Government workers who are being owed salaries. This was disclosed on Wednesday by senator representing Kogi West,…
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Melaye balling in Moscow, Abaribe seeks withdrawal as Nnamdi Kanu’s guarantor | YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for Senators
The disappearance of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu from the radar was the bone of contention on Tuesday at the Federal High Court, Abuja,…
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When common sense failed its proponent, Senator Ben Murray-Bruce | YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for Senators
Before his foray into politics, Senator Ben Murray-Bruce positioned himself as the poster boy of new things in Nigerian politics. His common sense mantra echoed the sentiments of some Nigerians…
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You can’t ask how much I earn as a Senator, if you are not my constituent – Ben Bruce
Senator representing Bayelsa East, Ben-Murray Bruce has said only his constituents can ask him how much he earns as a Senator. Chairman of the Presidential Advisory Committee against Corruption (PACAC), Itse…
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There’s an attempt to create conflict between southern, northern senators – Abaribe
Senator representing Abia South, Enyinnaya Abaribe has alleged that some persons are attempting to create conflicts between South-Eastern legislators and their northern counterparts. Abaribe said this on the floor of the…
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Our senators have no honour, vision or integrity – Sagay
Chairman of the Presidential Advisory Committee Against Corruption (PACAC), Itse Sagay has said senators should not be addressed as "distinguished" because they have no honour. Sagay said this while speaking…
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Rubio, Nelson oppose Trump’s NASA nomination
Republican senator Marco Rubio and Democrat Bill Nelson have opposed President Donald Trump's choice for NASA administrator, Oklahoma Congressman Jim Bridenstine. Bridenstine was nominated on Friday but the senators have…
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Senators angry over Tillerson’s delay to take action on radical Islamists
Reeling from pressure from lawmakers, the US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has made moves toward spending tens of millions of dollars to combat propaganda by radical Islamist and governments…
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Dino Melaye takes major L at Notting Hill Carnival, Misau tackles the Police | YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for Senators
The Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial district, Dino Melaye can be described as someone who courts controversy anywhere he goes. From his days in the House of Representatives where he…
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South-East senators ask Nnamdi Kanu not to resort to violence
Senators from the South-East on Wednesday met with leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. According to the chairman of the Caucus, Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe (Abia-South), the…
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Shehu Sani generates mixed reactions | YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for Senators
Shehu Sani, representing Kaduna Central senatorial district has risen in the YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for senators. In the week under review, the activist turned politician lent his voice to the…
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Stella Oduah should shut the f__k up, Saraki reclaims the #1 position | YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for senators
People like Stella Oduah should be glad they are not rotting in a jail cell with the keys thrown down a pit. The problem with people like Oduah is that…
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We have not received our benefits – Ex-gov, deputies
Some senators have said they are not collecting pensions as former governors and ex-deputy governors of their states, Punch reports. Former Plateau State Governor, Senator Joshua Dariye said he has not…
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[The Legislative Blog]: Who are the 10 senators that voted against the #NotTooYoungToRun bill?
The Nigerian Senate is currently in the process of making amendments to the nation's constitution. With 97 senators in attendance and 33 bills to be considered, many Nigerians paid peculiar…
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Saraki, Ekweremadu drop yet again in the YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for Senators
President of the Senate, Bukola Saraki and his Deputy, Ike Ekweremadu have dropped once again in the weekly YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for Senators. Ekweremadu in the week under review spent…
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Enyinnaya Abaribe, Kabiru Marafa are the worst Nigerian senators | YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for Senators
At plenary last Tuesday, Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe representing Abia South moved a motion saying there was a vacuum in government because Acting President Yemi Osinbajo was not in the country…
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Melaye’s woes continue, Bukar Ibrahim in sex scandal, Murray-Bruce maintains top spot | YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for Senators
Senator Ben Murray-Bruce representing Bayelsa East Senatorial district has maintained the top position in this week's YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for senators. Murray-Bruce dislodged Senate President Bukola Saraki last week from…
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Capitol Hill Police drags disabled citizens protesting Republican healthcare bill
Capitol Hill police dragged disabled citizens protesting the draft Republican health care bill rolled out before the Senate, Thursday. The 142-page bill marks the first time that majority of senators look…
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Dino Melaye is the worst Nigerian senator | YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for senators
Dino Melaye, the Senator representing Kogi West is the worst Nigerian senator in this week's YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for men of the upper legislative chamber.one who has carved a reputation…
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Bukola Saraki is the best senator in Nigeria | YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for senators
Love him or hate him, the President of the Senate, Abubakar Bukola Saraki is proving to be a man of his words. Two weeks ago, he delivered on his promise…
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Senators, ex-governors, Jonathan attend Babangida daughter’s wedding (PHOTOS)
by Azeez Adeniyi Halima Babangida, daughter of former military leader, Ibrahim Babangida is currently getting married on Minna, Niger State. Halimat is the second daughter and last child of the…
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Shehu Sani ticks all the right boxes | The YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for Senators
In a country where many of the lawmakers are clowns, it is always a breath of fresh air when a senator deviates from the norm. Love him or hate him,…
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You don’t visit your constituencies | REC nominee tells Senators
by Azeez Adeniyi Ibrahim Abdullahi, one of the nominees for Resident Electoral Commissioners, REC, for Indepedent National Electoral Commission, INEC, on Wednesday told Senators that many of them do not…
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‘You are playing with fire’ | Fani-Kayode tells Senate for calling Osinbajo ‘mere coordinator’
by Azeez Adeniyi Former minister of aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode has said attempt by some Senators to prevent Vice President Yemi Osinbajo from being the Acting President was dangerous. Some Senators…
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The YNaija Cover this morning – the 10th of May
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Nigerian lawmakers are bunch of clowns – Gen. Akinrinade
by Azeez Adeniyi Former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Alani Akinrinade (retd) has said members of the National Assembly are “bunch of clowns.” Akinrinade said this in a video released by online…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
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- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
The September Standard
- 2024: A Transformative Year for Fashion in Nigeria and Beyond + Top 50 Nigerians in Fashion in 2024
- Boadicea The Victorious’ “Defender” Fragrance Makes a Bold Entrance in Lagos
- Art Unmasked: Lagos Art Salon Brings Nigerian Art into the Spotlight
- Skin is In Foundation by RLG x Anita Brows: A New Player in Nigeria’s Beauty Market
- T.I Nathan SS25 Lookbook: A Contemporary Ode to Elegance and Edge
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