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EFCC arrests Willie Obiano; Tony Elumelu laments increasing poverty, energy crisis | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top news stories you shouldn’t miss: Fiasco happens, then EFCC arrests Willie Obiano The Economic and Financial Crimes…
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Sanwo-Olu, Obiano are singing the songs #EndSARS protesters want to hear, but we are not there yet
Who would have known that it will take 7 whole days before forces in government places begin to take action? But, today is the 8th day and the Inspector-General of…
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#ASUU, NYSC, #EndBadGovernanceinNigeria | All the #EndSWAT inspired trends saying #EnoughisEnough
As we continue to protest police brutality and call for an end to the Federal Special Anti Robbery Squad (FSARS), it's only natural that similar issues and underlining events catalysing…
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Nyesom Wike, Abdullahi Sule, Godwin Obaseki…Here’s YNaija Governors’ Effectiveness Ranking for July
Cases from the COVID-19 pandemic appears to be on the decline in Nigeria, thus the focus of governance in the states shifted from health to other sectors. Insecurity in the…
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Who’s in and who’s out? Here’s our Governors’ ranking for August
Since the conclusion of the general elections in March and the inauguration of the elected officials weeks after, the expectations of Nigerians have heightened as it relates to development in…
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The Big 5: Rumours about me being cloned are not surprising – Buhari, Obiano denies supporting Buhari and Atiku for Presidency | Other top stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday said the "ignorant rumors" that he was dead and the occupant of his seat is a clone…
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The Big 5: EFCC debunks claim accounts were frozen on Saraki’s order, I’ll be President for just one term – Atiku | More stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: Former Vice President and chieftain of the opposition People's Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has said he will be President for a…
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The Late 5: NASS threatens to invoke constitutional powers on executive, Court rules against disclosure of Buhari’s health status and other stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: The National Assembly(NASS) has threatened to invoke its Constitutional Powers on the executive if it fails to implement it's demands on the security…
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Obaze makes u-turn, concedes victory to Obiano
The candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the Anambra governorship election, Oseloka Obaze, has reversed himself and conceded victory to Governor Willie Obiano. Why it matters: Mr Obaze had…
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Anambra poll: PDP’s Obaze rejects Obiano’s victory
Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the Anambra governorship election, Obaze Oseloka has rejected the result of the poll. Background: Governor of the state and candidate of the All…
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#AnambraDecides: Obiano in early lead as INEC begins announcement
Incumbent governor Willie Obiano is currently leading in the Anambra governorship election. Obiano, who is the candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has polled twice as much votes as…
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The YNaija Cover this evening: The 18th of November
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#AnambraDecides2017: See how the parties are faring in some polling units
Ballot counting has begun in the ongoing Anambra governorship election Unofficial results put the candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Willie Obiano, the Incumbent governor on the lead, closely followed…
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#AnambraDecides2017: “I will win this election by a landslide” – Obiano
The governor of Anambra, Willie Obiano says he is confident of winning the ongoing governorship election by a landslide. Obiano, the candidate of the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA) in…
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Anambra poll: Obiano’s security aides were never withdrawn – Police spokesman
The Nigerian Police Force has said the security aides of Anambra governor, Willie Obiano was never withdrawn. Police spokesman, Jimoh Moshood said the governor's aide-de-camp and the chief security officer of…
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President Buhari has proven he “belongs to everybody” – APGA media group
The National Coordinator, APGA Media Warriors Forum, Evang Chinedu Obigwe, on Thursday, said President Muhammadu Buhari is indeed "for every body". Antecedent: President Buhari ordered the Inspector General of Police,…
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The Late 5: Jonathan dares ex-EFCC boss, Pope Francis’ charity, and other top stories
Here are the stories that drove conversation today. Pope Francis has just donated $237,000 to charity. The donation came in form of a customized supercar gifted him by Lamborghini. The…
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Buhari orders reinstatement of Obiano’s security aides
President Muhammadu Buhari has ordered the reinstatement of Anambra State governor, Willie Obiano's security aides. Femi Adesina, special adviser to the president on media and publicity, made this known in…
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The YNaija Cover this morning – the 15th of November
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We will return your security details after the election | IGP tells Obiano
The Inspector-General of Police, Ibrahim Idris has said the security details of the governor of Anambra State, Willie Obiano will be restored after the governorship election in the state. Background:…
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Anambra election: My security aides have been withdrawn – Obiano
Anambra State governor, Willie Obiano has said his security aides have been withdrawn, a few days to the state’s governorship election. Obiano said this while speaking on Tuesday at an election stakeholders…
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Open letter to the Inspector General of Police
by Dr Tony Nwoye's Campaign RE: Fraudulent impersonation of Evang. Chinedu Obigwe by Chinedu Obidigwe, James Eze and Oliver Okpala and a call to caution Willy Obiano PROTOCOL:…
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Opinion: The political theatrics ahead of Anambra 2018 gubernatorial election
by Michael Jegede On October 2, 2017, Awka, the Anambra State capital stood still for the incumbent Governor, Chief Willie Obiano, candidate of All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), when he…
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Why I am campaigning against Obiano – Peter Obi
A former governor of Anambra, Peter Obi Wednesday, during a rally organised by the women’s wing of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at the secretariat in Awka, explained why he is working…
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Buhari meets Obiano, promises free and fair election in Anambra
President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday met with Anambra State governor, Willie Obiano at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The governor met Buhari over the governorship election in the state in November…
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Gov Obiano meets with town criers ahead of the Anambra election
The Governor of Anambra, Willie Obiano has held a meeting with presidents general of the 177 communities as well as the association of community town criers in the state, Channels…
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Ikpeazu’s pro-activeness in averting bloodshed in Abia takes him to #1 on the YNaija Effectiveness Ranking for Governors
Tensions are high in the country at the moment and one wrong move from anyone in power can set the country ablaze. The Army's Operation Python Dance II in the…
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I will fight against Obaino’s re-election with the last drop of my blood – Peter Obi
Former governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi on Wednesday said he would fight against the re-election of Governor Willie Obiano with the last drop of his blood. Obi said this…
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Pay our entitlements or forget re-election | Former LG Chiefs tell Obiano
Former Deputy Chairmen of Local Government Areas in Anambra State on Saturday asked governor Willie Obiano to pay their entitlements or forget his re-election. In a meeting in Awka, the…
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We won’t allow Nnamdi Kanu invade our peaceful state – Obiano
Anambra State governor, Willie Obiano has called on the people of the state to stand up against elements that are planning to disrupt the election. He said this while addressing a…
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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