“Enough is enough,” some Yoruba elders, under the aegis of Yoruba Unity Forum (YUF) have warned Fulani herdsmen, militants and criminals in the South-West region. The group issued the warning via a statement signed by its chairman, Rt Rev Emmanuel Gbonigi and secretary, Senator Anthony Adefuye. The group noted that the murderous activities of some bad... Read More

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June 23, 2016

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Opinion: The slow death of Nigeria’s endangered languages

Many linguists predict that at least half of the world’s 6,000 or so languages will be dead or dying by the year 2050. Languages are becoming extinct at twice the rate of endangered mammals and four times the rate of endangered birds. If this trend continues, the world of the future could be dominated by... Read More

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June 21, 2016

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These 4 tweets make the case for why lumping the ‘North’ together is foolish

For a nation that boasts of over 200 tribes and languages, generalization can sometimes be dangerous. To many across the shore, there are only three tribes in Nigeria – Yoruba, Ibo and Hausa – when in actual fact, those are simply the three major tribes. In spite of our collective understanding of these – even... Read More

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June 20, 2016

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Ayo Sogunro: Nigeria’s shareholding formula

By Ayo Sogunro The Nigerians I compare to corporate Directors in our continuing discussion on the Hierarchy of Nigerian Policy are the elected members of government. These are federal legislators, governors and deputies, the vice-president and, of course, the president. These “Directors” can make policy and appoint sub-policymakers without consultation with, or input by the... Read More

Ayo Sogunro, Federalism, hause, igbo, nigeria, president, regional, tradtional rulers, Yoruba

May 23, 2016

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‘We support Fayose’s ban of Fulani herdsmen’- Afenifere

Governor Ayodele Fayose of Ekiti state is not standing alone in his ban of the activities of Fulani herdsmen in the state as a Pan Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has declared that it is fully in support of the decision. Afenifere, on Monday, in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Yinka Odumakin endorsed Fayose’s decision... Read More

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Afenifere, Buhari, cattle, cows, Ekiti, Fayose, Fulani herdsmen, Humans, Yoruba

May 20, 2016

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IPOB is now friends with Niger Delta Avengers and Egbesu Water Lions

The two newly revamped militant groups in the Niger Delta, the Niger Delta Avengers and the the Red Egbesu Water Lions now have an ally in the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). This follows the ultimatum given to the Federal Government for the unconditional release of Nnamdi Kanu and the former national security adviser, Col.... Read More

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biafra, Militants, Niger Delta, Nnamdi Kanu, north, pipeline, Sambo Dasuki, Yoruba

May 16, 2016

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“We are not at war” | Ijaw association responds to Odua Defenders Union

Following the threat made by the Oodua Defenders Union (ODU) to the Niger Delta Avengers, the Ijaw Development Association (IDA) has berated the Yoruba group for the threat of attack on Ijaw people in the South-West. The Ijaw group reminded the ODU that there is a history of peace between the Ijaw and the Yoruba which should not be... Read More

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April 27, 2016

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Afenifere blasts Buhari, Lai Mohammed, DSS over herdsmen attacks (READ)

Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere, on Tuesday, chastised the Nigerian government for its continued silence on the killing of Nigerians by Fulani herdsmen. The group questioned the propriety behind the statement made by the Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed, that government was silently working on ending the Fulani herdsmen killings, saying that the killings “cannot be... Read More

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Afenifere, Buhari, Fulani, fulani herdmen, Yoruba

April 26, 2016

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Why South-West PDP may break away after May 21

Key members of the South-west geopolitical zone of the Peoples Democratic Party have vowed to exit the party if the zone is denied the opportunity to produce the next national chairman of the party. One of the members, Doyin Okupe, who is a former presidential aide told Premium Times on Monday, April 25 that leaders... Read More

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Bode George, convention, Doyin, okupe, PDP, Yoruba

March 27, 2016

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‘I didn’t choose to be in the Yoruba movie sector’ – Mercy Aigbe

Mercy Aigbe-Gentry is known for three things -decent acting, beautiful persona and an impeccable fashion taste. The Nollywood actress who recently caused an internet frenzy with her outfit to the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards, has of late, been fighting against the marginalization of the Yoruba sector of the movie industry. Mercy reveals in an... Read More

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March 7, 2016

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Ooni of Ife, Oba Ogunwusi set to marry in Benin [DETAILS]

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi has put the drama of the supremacy between his throne and that of the Oba of Benin behind him, and he’s set to marry in Benin city, Edo state. Oba Ogunwusi will tie the knot traditionally with Otiti Zyna Wuraola on Saturday, March 12 at Edo Hotel, No.... Read More

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March 4, 2016

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Fayose, Sultan of Sokoto, Ooni of Ife, others attend coronation of Olubadan (PHOTOS)

A new dawn has set over the throne of the Olubadan of Ibadanland as Oba Saliu Akanmu Adetunji was on Friday, coronated as the new king of the historic Yoruba city. Some of the nation’s elites graced the coronation of the new Olubadan. In attendance were Lagos state governor Akinwunmi Ambode, Ekiti state governor Ayo Fayose, his... Read More

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March 3, 2016

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Hausa, Yoruba clash in Mile 12, several feared dead (VIEWER DISCRETION)

Hausa and Yoruba traders on Thursday afternoon, were involved in a bloody altercation in the popular Mile 12 market in Lagos State. Not less than 3 people were reported dead from the clash, which purportedly began when an Hausa commercial bike rider drove against traffic and hit a Yoruba bike rider. However, another report infers... Read More

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January 21, 2016

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‘Olu Falae is one of the cleanest men in Africa’ – Fasehun

Founder of the Oodua Peoples Congress (OPC), Dr. Frederick Fasehun has waded into the $2.1 billion arms deal scandal that has seen many high profile politicians investigated by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. One of such persons, is Olu Falae, a former minister of finance who was accused of receiving N100 million from Tony... Read More

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December 8, 2015

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‘A new Yoruba nation is coming’ – Ooni of Ife

The new Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi has promised that there will be a new Yoruba nation, where youths will be empowered. Ooni Ogunwusi,who was crowned the 51st Ooni of Ife on Monday, was also presented with the staff of office at Ile-Ife. In his inaugural speech, Oba Ogunwusi promised to build a... Read More

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November 16, 2015

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Fashola’s success will determine the future of Yoruba in Nigeria’s politics – Osoba

Former Governor of Ogun State, Olusegun Osoba, believes the appointment of Yorubas into major ministerial positions, is a challenge at that tribe. Using former Lagos State Governor Babatunde Fashola, as an example, Osoba said Fashola’s performance is key to the aspiration and future of Yoruba in Nigeria’s political landscape. Osoba advised Fashola to hit the ground... Read More

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November 13, 2015

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‘Yorubas are too sensitive’ – 7 things we learned from Gani Adams’ new interview

In a recent interview where he spoke on the increased rate of attacks by Fulani herdsmen in Yorubaland, Otunba Gani Adams, the National Coordinator of the Oodua People’s Congress, had quite a lot to say. Find below 7 things about the Yoruba race, as explained by Otunba Gani Adams. 1. Fulani herdsmen are perpetual threats to Yoruba people... Read More

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October 26, 2015

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‘Kwakwanso is telling his father’s age mates to shut up’ – Afenifere

Afenifere, has berated the former governor of Kano state, Rabiu Kwankwaso, for attempting to downplay and sidestep the activities of Fulani herdsmen in the South West. Kwakwanso had on Sunday, stated that the incursions of Fulani herdsmen into the farmlands of farmers in the South West, requires tolerance and understanding. The Senator also called for caution, over... Read More

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Afenifere, Fulani herdsmen, kwankwaso, Yoruba

October 17, 2015

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‘Know your boundaries’ | Afenifere warns Ndigbo as Yoruba, Igbo war looms

Afenifere Renewal Group, says it is culturally wrong and a desecration of Yoruba culture for an Igbo to be crowned king in a Yoruba land. The group said in a statement on Friday, that the title of Eze Ndigbo in Yorubaland is strange and it is not supported by any customary law. Ndigbo Publicity Secretary, Kunle... Read More

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Afenifere, Ndigbo, Yoruba

August 31, 2015

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“Yoruba regrets voting Buhari… Tinubu is not truthful” – Afenifere leader

Senator Femi Okunrounmu, a leader of the Pan-Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere, says the Yorubas have started regretting voting for President Muhammadu Buhari. Okunrounmu, who supported former President Goodluck Jonathan for a second term, said on Saturday, that before the presidential election, the North was looking for an opportunity to return to power while the South-West were... Read More

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August 28, 2015

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“There’s no family in Yoruba land that allows thieves” – VP Osinbajo

Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo, says there is no preferential treatment being given to any ethnic group, in the anti-corruption war of President Muhammadu Buhari. Osinbajo says that the anti-graft crusade shouldn’t be seen as directed at a particular ethnic group in the country. The Vice President stated this on Thursday, August 27, when Yoruba traditional... Read More

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August 13, 2015

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This activist says Yoruba politicians lack the vision Awolowo had

The President, Rights Monitoring Group, Olufemi Aduwo, has supported a claim that the late sage, Obafemi Awolowo, was the Yoruba leader when he was alive. He lamented that after the death of Awolowo, the position of Yoruba leadership had been devalued by politicians in the region because of their lack of vision to build on the... Read More

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August 12, 2015

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“How Awolowo became the leader of Yoruba” – Osoba

Former Governor of Ogun State, Olusegun Osoba, has countered claims made in ‘My Watch’, the book of former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, where he stated that the Yoruba ethnic group never had a leader. In a recent interview with Vanguard Newspapers, Osoba said he was present on the day when the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo, was elected as... Read More

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August 5, 2015

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“Igbos should remain in opposition for a long time, like the Yorubas” – APC chieftain

Joe Igbokwe, the Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress in Lagos State, has enjoined Igbo politicians to remain in the opposition and help in the rebuilding of the Peoples Democratic Party. Igbokwe stated that rather than defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress, the Igbos should emulate the Yorubas and build a formidable opposition... Read More

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August 1, 2015

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Top Yoruba actor loses mother

Popular comic actor, Elesho, is currently mourning the death of his beloved mother who died at the age of 94. Of all the things he would miss most about her, the Yoruba actor says it would be her advice and prayers. Elesho said: “My mother died last week Friday after a brief illness. After she completed her fast,... Read More

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July 21, 2015

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Straight to the Peckham beat! London police is recruiting Yoruba speakers

Yoruba is now one of the additional languages to be considered if one wants to join the London Metropolitan police. Aspiring police constables must speak another language, in addition to English, to be able to join London’s Metropolitan police, The Guardian of London reports. The other languages are: Arabic, Bengali, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Polish,... Read More

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July 2, 2015

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Why should the North (with 230 tribes) plot against 1 tribe- Yoruba? | Arewa throws subtle ethnic shade

The Arewa Consultative Forum, took what appeared to be a subtle swipe at the Yoruba ethnic group, on Wednesday, July 1. The swipe by the ACF was in reaction to the statement by APC Chieftain, Bisi Akande, who asserted that the emergence of Bukola Saraki and Yakubu Dogara was a conspiracy by the North against the Yoruba. Akande had... Read More

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June 20, 2015

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Opinion: How has Alaafin Awole’s curse affected the Yorubas?

by Victor Terhemba Now, I wonder how the inability of the Yoruba people to collective have a leader will be deduced as a result of a curse by one useless king who was nothing but a tyrant and a power drunk irresponsible man who maneuvered his way to the throne. H AMONG Yoruba people, one... Read More

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June 14, 2015

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Olamide still doesn’t like being compared to late Dagrin

Its been how many years now since Dagrin died but one person still gets a daily reminder of it even more than those related to the late Yoruba rapper. Olamide has been constantly compared to the Dagrin even before the untimely death of the rapper and now he has come [like he always does] again... Read More

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April 27, 2015

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Tinubu will destroy himself, Obasanjo will fight with Buhari – This PDP chieftain predicts doom for APC

by Kolapio Olapoju A member of the Peoples Democratic Party Board of Trustees, Chief Ebenezer Babatope, has predicted that National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, Bola Tinubu, would end up destroying himself. Babatope also stated that former president, Olusegun Obasanjo will end up getting into a political battle with President-elect, Muhammadu Buhari. In an... Read More

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‘Enough is enough’ – Yoruba elders warn Niger Delta militants

Opinion: The slow death of Nigeria’s endangered languages

These 4 tweets make the case for why lumping the ‘North’ together is foolish

Ayo Sogunro: Nigeria’s shareholding formula

‘We support Fayose’s ban of Fulani herdsmen’- Afenifere

IPOB is now friends with Niger Delta Avengers and Egbesu Water Lions

“We are not at war” | Ijaw association responds to Odua Defenders Union

Afenifere blasts Buhari, Lai Mohammed, DSS over herdsmen attacks (READ)

Why South-West PDP may break away after May 21

‘I didn’t choose to be in the Yoruba movie sector’ – Mercy Aigbe

Ooni of Ife, Oba Ogunwusi set to marry in Benin [DETAILS]

Fayose, Sultan of Sokoto, Ooni of Ife, others attend coronation of Olubadan (PHOTOS)

Hausa, Yoruba clash in Mile 12, several feared dead (VIEWER DISCRETION)

‘Olu Falae is one of the cleanest men in Africa’ – Fasehun

‘A new Yoruba nation is coming’ – Ooni of Ife

Fashola’s success will determine the future of Yoruba in Nigeria’s politics – Osoba

‘Yorubas are too sensitive’ – 7 things we learned from Gani Adams’ new interview

‘Kwakwanso is telling his father’s age mates to shut up’ – Afenifere

‘Know your boundaries’ | Afenifere warns Ndigbo as Yoruba, Igbo war looms

“Yoruba regrets voting Buhari… Tinubu is not truthful” – Afenifere leader

“There’s no family in Yoruba land that allows thieves” – VP Osinbajo

This activist says Yoruba politicians lack the vision Awolowo had

“How Awolowo became the leader of Yoruba” – Osoba

“Igbos should remain in opposition for a long time, like the Yorubas” – APC chieftain

Top Yoruba actor loses mother

Straight to the Peckham beat! London police is recruiting Yoruba speakers

Why should the North (with 230 tribes) plot against 1 tribe- Yoruba? | Arewa throws subtle ethnic shade

Opinion: How has Alaafin Awole’s curse affected the Yorubas?

Olamide still doesn’t like being compared to late Dagrin

Tinubu will destroy himself, Obasanjo will fight with Buhari – This PDP chieftain predicts doom for APC

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