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Ethiopia’s economy battered by Tigray war, IMF loan ‘important’ to its finances: Zambian finance minister | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you shouldn’t miss: Ethiopia's economy battered by Tigray war Ethiopia's 10-month war has come at a huge human cost, with thousands…
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The Late 5: Buhari says he’s winning the war against corruption, Russia ‘develops’ invisible nuclear weapon, and other top stories
These are the top five Nigerian stories that drove conversation today. President Muhammadu Buhari has said his administration is winning the war against corruption. Senior Special Assistant on Media and…
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Feyi Fawehinmi: War is good; Africa needs it
In 2017, YNaija committed a big part of its time and resources towards carefully documenting the big stories happening in the country and on the continent and highlighting the efforts…
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#YNaija2017Review: Life is Eazi, Sugarcane, Palmwine Music… See the 10 best EP’s/Mixtapes of the year
The year was awash in excellent Eps and mixtapes with both established and upcoming stars putting in commendable effort to curate these side projects. We have the extremely difficult job…
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After the war, Igbos rebuilt their region but northerners still live in mud houses – Atiku
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar said despite fighting a war, Igbos have rebuilt their region while northerners still live in mud houses. He said this while addressing a coalition of youth…
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IPOB/Army clash: APC calls for calm, restraint
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has called for calm and restraint after a clash between the Nigerian army and members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) in Abia and…
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APC begins process to reconcile Bello, Melaye
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), John Odigie-Oyegun on Monday inaugurated a seven-member reconciliation committee for the Kogi State chapter of the party. Members of the committee: Gen.…
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[The Injustice Blog] Have the authorities launched another war against free speech in Nigeria?
The late Uganda dictator General Idi Amin was once quoted to have said, "There is freedom of speech, but I cannot guarantee freedom after speech". Since the death of Idi…
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Prayer, not war will solve Nigeria’s problems – Yakubu Gowon
Former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon, has urged Nigerians to stop all acts that threaten the unity of Nigeria. He made the call on Sunday in Sokoto at a…
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I am fully dedicated to the anti-corruption war – Malami
The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami has said he was committed to the war against corruption despite widespread insinuations he is not. The AGF spoke…
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Northern youth want to drag Nigeria into another war – Ohanaeze
The Ohanaeze Ndigbo has reacted to a letter written to Acting President Yemi Osinbajo by a coalition of Northern youths. In the open letter on Monday, the youths had urged…
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If there’s war today, none of us will escape – Lai Mohammed
Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed has asked those making hate speeches to desist from it. The minister gave the advice on Saturday at the “Lai Mohammed 10th…
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YNaija Says: Nigerians should really start listening to Prof Osinbajo
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo is having his second stint as Acting President while President Muhammadu Buhari is on medical vacation in the United Kingdom. In his first stint, he undertook…
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Stop herdsmen menace before it leads to war, CAN tells FG
by Azeez Adeniyi President of the Christian Association of Nigeria, (CAN), Reverend Olasupo Ayokunle, has urged the Federal Government to prosecute herdsmen arrested for killings in Kaduna and Benue states.…
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The Thread: “Are Lagos and Ife about to go to war?” “Dem no dey wear suit go battle” | Winter might be coming to Yorubaland and Lagosians are worried
It's said that when two elephants are fighting, the grass suffers. What about when two kings and consequently Kingdoms are fighting? Any escape for the citizens. The Oba of Lagos…
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We will win the war against corruption…the law is on our side – Lai Mohammed
by Azeez Adeniyi Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed has said the fight against corruption was beyond President Muhammadu Buhari. In a statement on Tuesday, Mohammed said the administration…
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PDP crisis: Sheriff, Makarfi at war again
by Azeez Adeniyi Just days after a ceasefire pact was signed by the two factions of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), National Chairman of the party, Ali Modu Sheriff has…
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Farooq Kperogi: Why Government is losing the propaganda war
by Farooq A. KperogiNo non-partisan Nigerian with even the littlest intelligence doubts that willful lies and propaganda are the Buhari government’s most potent tools of governance. That’s why I called…
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The Thread: “Trump’s refugee ban goes against everything we stand for” | War survivor tells his story
US president, Donald Trump, is on a rampage and no one might be able to stop it. It is doubtful protests will, either. After reinstating the Global Gag Rule, which…
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Buhari’s anti-corruption fight is a ruse – PDP
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has said the anti-corruption war of President Muhammadu Buhari is a ruse. In a statement by Dayo Adeyeye, Spokesperson for the Ahmed-Makarfi faction on Wednesday,…
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Cheta Nwanze: The inconsistencies of this government
by Cheta Nwanze One big issue with the current government is that they are consistent in only one thing — being inconsistent. What they fail to realise is that this…
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Gambian Jammeh accuses ECOWAS of declaring war against him
Gambian President, Yahya Jammeh has accused the Economic Community Of West African States (ECOWAS) of declaring war against him for refusing to step down. ECOWAS had said it would “take…
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Pres. Buhari never said the war against terrorism was over – Femi Adesina
Special Adviser to President Muhammadu Buhari on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina has dismissed reports that the President said the war against insurgency was over. Adesina while speaking on Channels…
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Cheta Nwanze: What is the benefit of breaking Nigeria up?
by Cheta Nwanze “Since 1914 the British Government has been trying to make Nigeria into one country, but the Nigerian people themselves are historically different in their backgrounds, in their…
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Rivers re-run: APC has declared war on Rivers people – PDP
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) says the All Progressives Congress (APC) has declared war on the people of Rivers. In a statement issued on Friday by its National Publicity Secretary,…
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Eyiamoni Apeji: A world without heroes [NEXT]
by Eyiamoni Apeji It has taken me nineteen years of conformity to realize, but finally I can say with absolute certainty that I do not believe in world peace. Growing…
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“If it is war, bring it on…” militants tell Buhari
Militant group the Niger Delta Greenland Justice Mandate (NDGJM), says it is ready to embark on a full scale war if necessary, The Punch reports. In a statement issued on Saturday by…
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BLOOD MONEY VII: The Asaba massacre
Last month, YNaija.com launched its Monthly Citizenship Dispatches, which explores in detail, the lives and realities of Nigerian citizens across the country. This month, the dispatches come from the Niger…
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Orekoya Ola: Why must a culture of peace be built with violent communication?
by Orekoya Ola The word ‘peace’, has been over used by different people, from the educated elites to the politicians, rich, impoverished, religious sect amongst other institutions that make up…
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The Thread: They say we’re playing with the fire called religious extremism again
SBM Intelligence, a policy watchdogs based in Nigeria has tweeted its findings on the on-going attacks on the Shiites Muslim sects warning that it (the attacks) could ignite war from across the borders (Iraq)…
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- 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