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What we’ve gathered from the “Buhari” trend on Twitter
Ever experienced an emotional ripple effect? That moment when an incident makes you reflect on the fact that this particular issue is a 'recurring decimal,' with no end in sight…
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All you need to know about the #IsMyManYourMan trend
by Toluwanimi Onakoya While the rest of the world was asleep, Nigerian Twitter was awake and hissing with drama. A lot of Nigerians have been known to delve into midnight Twitter…
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There’s a new Baby Mama drama. Starring: Leader of the 30 billion gang?
For the longest time now, the benchmark for a perfect relationship has been the love tale between Davido and his soon to be bride, Chef Chioma. This couple have managed…
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Diezani Alison-Madueke continues to wax strong despite being a wanted woman
If you wish to speak about corruption in Africa, especially in Nigeria, you may end up writing an entire book about it and you wouldn't have even scratched the surface.…
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People want change and they are calling for a new World Order
Want to know why everyone is talking about the new world? Well its simple, with all that is happening people are expectant of a global change. Looking back at history…
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Davido takes a break from fame leaving fans in amazement
Striking a balance between how much of yourself you give to the world, and how much of yourself is left for you, is something we've seen a number of famous…
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Tacha became a worldwide trend and here’s how
Since last week, some of the hottest trending topics on social media and everywhere else have been centered around the sensitive issues that have resulted from the violence and injustice…
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Nigerians react to Wizkid’s tweet on Buhari and Trump
Throughout history, we've seen the magic that happens when the masses express their individuality outside of the oppressive oversight, systematically placed on them by the ruling class. If there is…
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#JusticeForUwa may just be exposing potential rapists hiding in our midst
As with most of the cases relating to social injustice, it is not so much the crime itself that is committed that weighs us down as a community, but a…
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#JusticeForTina: Another day, another avoidable death. When will justice be done?
We all hate to see it, but there often come moments where anyone with a sane and sound mind questions whether or not the cycle of violence and oppression will…
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Merit or party loyalty: Here’s why #WhoIsAfraidofToniKan is trending
There are a number of political figures whose names we often expect to appear on the news. For these personalities, the topic that brought them to the news is almost…
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#AfricaDay shook the internet today and here’s why
To say the year 2020 has been peculiar so far would be a huge understatement. Since the beginning of the year, we have witnessed some unforeseen mishaps, one of which…
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Sack of NECO Registrar provokes argument on ‘usefulness’ of examination body
It's unfortunate how corruption always manages to find its way into every sector in Nigeria. Practically every tier of government in Nigeria (federal to local) is enmeshed in some degree…
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#BHTMustEnd: Nigerians on Twitter rally behind troops to end terrorism
Once upon a time, 'war on terrorism' was a phrase synonymous with foreign media only. Extremist groups taking up arms, to fight for whatever course they believe in were stories…
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Twitter users go head-to-head over tweet on ‘anxiety’
This was the tweet that awoken Twitter users today to revisit the issue of anxiety. Anxiety, much like every other ailment that may appear foreign to the average Nigerian,…
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Mr Biggs: The Nigerian fast food chain that defined a generation of Nigerians
If the mere mention of food alone triggers a deep craving for the munchies within you, then its advisable that you stay away from a certain trend on Twitter right…
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Delta is the hotbed as divided opinions greet alleged attack on herdsmen
Nigeria, a territory with a little more than 200 tribes is no stranger to ethnic conflicts. Dating back to when the country was founded, many indigenous tribes have found themselves…
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Wike’s ‘Lockdown Republic’ gains fans on Twitter
From rumors that the President of Russia; Vladimir Putin released a hundred lions on the streets of Moscow, to keep people indoors during the lockdown, to the French government issuing…
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Igbo is trending and there can hardly be a more beautiful conversation
Besides its prominence as an essential channel of communication with people of diverse backgrounds, Twitter has become a handy tool for most people to let the world hear their voice,…
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What to remember from the Uganda VS Nigeria Twitter war
Uganda is in a headlock with Nigeria in a Twitter war that has raged for most of the weekend. This is not the first time that the self-proclaimed ‘Giant of…
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‘Sexual consent’ dominates conversation as allegation of sexual assault resurfaces on Twitter
Ah, consent! The one topic people on social media, particularly Twitter, that some can't seem to get enough of. It is a subject of astronomical proportions, and has led to…
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Here’s why Timini’s alleged relationship with undergraduate girlfriend became gist for the timeline
At this point, you may be expecting a little too much if you expect that Nigerians have outgrown some topics, believing that we have reached a consensus on topics that…
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Beyond debates; $21k viral video provokes epic #ThrowbackThursday | The #YNaijaCover
Thursday as many other days ended with another Lockdown Special on the Nigerian social media space, as the timelines from Twitter to Facebook and even Instagram were buzzing with reactions…
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Burna Boy’s cable burnt again? | The #YNaijaCover
Grammy nominee, Damini 'Burna Boy' Ogulu has been enraged by Twitter users over criticism that he's being “too proud and arrogant” and the singer has threatened to quit the app. The latest…
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Here’s how the House Party app is aiding social distancing and isolation
In the wake of the Coronavirus outbreak, Nigerians are making reasonable efforts to adjust to the new requirements of socialisation. Seeing as some of our favorite outdoor activities like clubbing,…
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Yahoo boys are evolving: Love scams are out, fake news is in
From Naira Marley to President Buhari, everyone has been talking about online fraud and how intertwined with Nigeria's public image it has become. To be fair, this generalization around Yahoo…
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Expect your favorite influencer to get suspended this 2020
Influencer. It has become near impossible to have any reasonable conversation about marketing, advertising or media without referencing the influencer. The term didn't exist a decade ago, and the people…
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Jack was in Lagos last weekend, preaching the gospel of Twitter
On Thursday evening, we got a last minute email. Jack Dorsey, the mercurial man behind the social media platform preferred by presidents was making a surprise visit to Lagos and…
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Here are the funny tweets we saw from Nigerians on the internet today
Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues,…
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Here are the funny tweets we saw from Nigerians on the internet today
Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their funny rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social…
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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