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The Big 5: Buhari signs African free trade area agreement; HEDA asks FG to prosecute Goje or face court action | Other top stories
Here are the stories that you should be monitoring today: Buhari signs African free trade area agreement Nigeria has signed an agreement which aims to increase trade between African countries.…
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The Late 5: Senate withdraws Onnoghen’s case from Supreme court; We’ll shock vote buyers on Election Day – INEC | Other top stories
Here are the top stories that drove conversation today: Senate withdraws Onnoghen's case from supreme court The Nigerian Senate has discontinued the case it filed at the Supreme Court challenging…
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“My daughter wants to be the next Emir and she’s disappointed…” “I am quite surprised” | Read our top 10 quotes from last week
From the world’s top diplomat lost his job after visiting Nigeria and president Buhari shedding tears at Dapchi to Snapchat’s disgraceful publicity stunt and the fallout from the Champions League,…
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[The Alausa Blog]: Evander Holyfield, Ambode and Soyinka at Rhumbles in Lagos (Photos)
Governor of Lagos, Akinwunmi Ambode, former heavyweight champion Evander Holyfeld and Professor Wole Soyinka amongst others were special guests at the "Rhumbles in Lagos" novelty match. The match which was held…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five stories to monitor today Police officer remanded in prison for killing Okada rider An Ondo State Magistrate Court has ordered that a police inspector be remanded in…
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The late 5: These are the stories that drove conversation today
These are the top five news that drove the conversation today 1. Buhari meets with Soyinka Today President Muhammadu Buhari met with Nobel Laureate, Wole Soyinka, at the Presidential Villa,…
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‘There is only one way for corrupt people- it ends in prison’ | Soyinka
World renowned author and Nobel Laureate, Wole Soyinka, on Thursday, said that the Federal Government should jail anyone who is found guilt of corruption. Soyinka stated this at an event…
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Wole Soyinka: What Nigerian adults owe the young ones
by Wole Soyinka The issue, I understand, is the flaunting of religious markers in public educational institutions. Let me begin by confessing that I envy the French to whom those…
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Opinion: The many wrongs of Professor Wole Soyinka
The first time Wole Soyinka misdirected himself, it had to do with his “cautious endorsement” of Muhammadu Buhari’s presidential candidacy. He offered a platter of reasons for the stunning faux…
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Ese Oruru’s kidnap a criminal act, not religious – Soyinka, Falana
Nobel Laureate, Wole Soyinka, and Human Right lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), on Sunday, have criticised individuals who use religion to justify the kidnap of 14-year-old Bayelsa teenager, Ese Oruru. Soyinka…
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THE YNAIJA TRACKLIST: Ignore pedestrian bridges, go to jail | Benin didn’t invade Nigeria | Obama’s thanksgiving dinner ruined | More stories
MASSOB leader explains why Ndigbo can't take up arms against Nigeria. YNaija Sylva says APC is best platform for change. Vanguard IPOB accuses South-East governors, Ndigbo leaders of betrayal. YNaija Cross the road and…
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Nobel laureate vs ministerial nominee: Soyinka takes the high road
Nobel laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, has announced his resignation as the Chairman Centre for Black Culture and International Understanding (CBCIU) following the continued rift between him and former Governor of Osun…
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THE 2015 TRACKLIST: Obasanjo retires, Zahra Buhari is an ambassador, Boko Haram in Lagos, More stories
Obasanjo says he belongs to no party. YNaija Wike, APC trade words over breakdown of law and order in Rivers. Leadership Zahra Buhari appointed as NGO ambassador. YNaija Majek Fasek…
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Governor Oshiomhole and wife visit Prof. Soyinka at his Abeokuta home (PHOTOS)
Edo state governor, Adams Oshiomhole and his beautiful wife Iara Fortes visited Nobel Laureate winner Prof. Wole Soyinka at his home town in Abeokuta, Ogun State on Sunday, August 2. Iara was…
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Soyinka tells Muslims to join hands to destroy Boko Haram
Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka has charged the Muslim community and youths to be disciplined, embrace spiritual solidarity and selfless re-dedication for peaceful co-existence. Soyinka said this to the youths who…
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Time with Soyinka, Dangote, Keem Bello-Osagie, others auctioned at EnoughisEnough’s (EiE) Inaugural Fundraising Dinner
by Oge Okonkwo Enough is Enough Nigeria (EiE), a youth-led organization committed to a culture of good governance and public accountability held its first fundraising dinner on Saturday, June 14th…
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INTERVIEW: Achebe was no father of African literature – Wole Soyinka has all guns blazing (and we mean, blazing!)
by Hauwa Gambo SaharaReporters sat Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka down for an interview - and results is, like some will say, epic. He speaks honestly about his late friend, Chinua…
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TICKER: Achebe is angry because a Yoruba man won the Nobel – Ekiti commissioner
Poet, literary and social critic Mr Odia Ofeimun has said Biafran war leaders should be sent to the Nuremberg Trial for crime against humanity. He said those leaders are supposed…
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“He collected the money and put in his agbada trousers” – Shocking details on the Farouk Lawan bribery deal
by Hauwa Gambo Premium Times has published the result of an impressive investigation into the sting operation organised by the State Security Service and Femi Otedola, one of the nation's…
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Phil Smart: Your right to write (30 days, 30 voices)
While none can deny reading and its king place in learning, no reading is possible except from that which has first been written, nor will any idea come to fruition…
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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