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[The Activism Blog] US rates NAPTIP high in combating human trafficking
The effort of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) to put an end to human trafficking in Nigeria has been recognised by the U.S. The…
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McCain continues cancer treatment in Washington
To ensure active delivery of his constitutional duties, Sen. John McCain will undergo treatment for brain cancer in the Washington area, his office announced on Tuesday. McCain was diagnosed earlier…
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Donald Trump and Xi Jinping discuss Korean Peninsula in a phone call
As part of efforts to ensure a Korean Peninsula free of nuclear weapons, U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping made an agreement during a phone conversation on Friday. The…
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Russian fighter jet flies over Washington, New Jersey
According to familiar sources, as part of a longstanding treaty that allows the militaries of the United States and Russia to observe the other from the air, an unarmed Russian…
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Police find 2 out of 6 African teens who went missing from robotics competition
Two of the six teenage members of the Burundi robotics team who went missing from Washington this week have crossed into Canada and have been reported safe by the D.C.…
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Wyclef Jean says Trump has utilized his most powerful weapon
In the wake of President Trump's travel ban being rejected by the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals, Grammy award winning rapper Wyclef Jean sends an empowering message to immigrants and…
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The YNaija Tracklist: This government won’t take hate speeches lightly – Osinbajo | Nigeria not worth dying for – Policemen say | More stories
From the papers, a tracklist. Nigeria not worth dying for - Policemen say - YNaija This government won't take hate speeches lightly - Osinbajo - YNaija FG, Transparency International, others…
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Thought Experiment: What would American students do if they had to live the hell of LAUTECH students?
We all know one of the most tender pressure points in the land of the free (a.k.a America) is Race. In politics, welfare, opportunities, life, everything; even in academia. That's…
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“He’s a very decent guy” | Trump sticks by Bannon
by Itunuoluwa Adebo President Donald Trump on Monday has dismissed reports that his administration is rife with discord, saying he is sticking by his chief strategist, Steve Bannon, calling him…
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First Lady Melania Trump to serve as special guest at State Department Ceremony
by Itunuoluwa Adebo The first lady of the US Melania Trump will travel to Washington this week, where she will serve as the "special guest" at a State Department ceremony.…
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“Don’t visit Washington, if you won’t pay for the wall” | Trump tells Mexican President
US President Donald Trump on Thursday told Mexico’s President Enrique Pena Nieto to cancel his trip to Washington if he was unwilling to pay for the Mexican border wall. “The…
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I have thought about blowing up the White House – Madonna (WATCH)
American singer, Madonna has said she once taught of blowing up the White House, the residence of US President, Donald Trump. Madonna said this on Saturday during the Women’s March…
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Opinion: As Obama readies to bow out
by Jideofor Adibe Barrack Obama, the 44th President of the United States and the first African-American to hold the top American job, delivered his farewell address to Americans yesterday…
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Celebrity Luxury Apartments: The Obamas will live in this $5.3million mansion after the White House
President Obama and his family will not be too far from the White House as they will be resuming their post-presidential…
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Buhari says politicians involved in illegal oil deals will be prosecuted
President Muhammadu Buhari has said the federal government is looking into evidences that would lead to the arrest and prosecution of some former ministers and other government officials believed to be…
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Chidi Amuta: Time out for Nigeria in Washington
by Chidi Amuta Therefore, beyond the diplomatic niceties and backslapping that will feature in Washington, there are clear expectations on both sides. Washington expects a great deal from President Buhari…
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Opinion: President Buhari and our American frenemies
by Obadiah Mailafia The Goodluck Jonathan years marked the lowest ebb in our relations. In 2013 the Americans, partly for strategic reasons and partly on account of their own shale…
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Buhari makes grand arrival in Washington (PHOTOS)
President Muhammadu Buhari arrived the Joint Base Andrews Airport, Washington DC, on his four-day official visit to the United States on Sunday, July 19. Buhari was accompanied on the trip with…
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D’banj performs and gives ‘Believe in yourself’ speech in Washington (VIDEO)
by Kolapo Olapoju D'banj was recently in Washington, US, to speak at the TEDxWBG conference, which had 'ending poverty' as its theme. The superstar was invited to give a speech about…
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@NOIweala named African Finance Minister of the year
by Tunji Andrews The Minister of Finance, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, on Friday bagged the African Finance Minister of the year award for her outstanding performance as a finance minister.…
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“Bomb on Board” || Flight passenger arrested over WiFi name
by Damilola Jagun A passenger aboard a Southwest Airline flight was arrested at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Washington after naming his WiFi "Bomb on Board" during a Denver-bound flight. On…
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Did you see Nigerians in America ‘hailing’ GEJ yesterday? (LOOK)
by Kolapo Olapoju Hailing must have another meaning we don't know about. We hear Nigerians in the United States were hailing President Jonathan when he arrived in Washington, but…
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Jonathan aides to be screened for Ebola, as they arrive America tomorrow [DETAILS]
by Kolapo Olapoju The United States government says it will conduct Ebola virus screening on some of the attending participants of the African/American Leaders Summit billed for Monday, 4 August,…
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D’banj goes to Washington! Singer to meet Obama officials, members of congress, others [DETAILS]
by Kolapo Olapoju D'banj, Femi Kuti and Yaya Toure will lead some of Africa's biggest stars to Washington D.C. 4-7 August with The ONE Campaign to play an active role…
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Femi Fani-Kayode: 12 years a slave and the case for reparations
by Femi Fani-Kayode It is incumbent on us all to stand up for the weak, the vulnerable, the terrorised, the despised, the enslaved, the voiceless, the ”different” and the persecuted…
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Nigerian stowaway found dead under plane in the U.S
by 'Jola Sotubo The stowaway trend which was started in Nigeria last year seems to have made a mild reappearance after the dead body of a Nigerian was found in…
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Anti-gay law: Ugandan president approves life imprisonment for homosexuals
by Oge Okonkwo Uganda's president, Yoweri Museveni has signed a new law which imposes harsh penalties on gay people on Monday, despite protests from human rights groups, Western donors and a…
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Opinion: How do Nigerian feel about the sting of injustice?
by Mayowa Okekale How every Nigerian would feel about the scourge of injustice should be the major concern of our leaders. It is very painful when we see the practice…
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SHOCKING: Man sets himself on fire in park, DNA test needed to identify him (Viewer Discretion)
The gasoline-soaked man who set himself ablaze on the National Mall died hours later from his horrific injuries, officials said Saturday. The unidentified man — who was airlifted…
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Tragic news: Bodies of 2 teenage girls found after daring jump into river
Two teenage girls died yesterday after jumping into a notoriously dangerous river. They are thought to have leapt up to 30ft from a bridge at a spot that has become…
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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