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2019: How political parties “killed” Not too Young to run law
When President Muhammadu Buhari signed the Not too Young to Run bill into law in May 2018. One of the caveats he gave in his speech was that the youth…
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1,000 youth join Access Bank to celebrate International Youth Day
To celebrate International Youth Day, Access Bank hosted students of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) to an educational forum cum party. The event centered around this year’s globally recognized theme…
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President of Ghana leads delegation in event aimed at tackling Africa unemployment
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo of Ghana, is scheduled to give a talk in a leading pan African conference organised to address unemployment in the continent. The president will give…
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Nigerian youth undergo masterclass sessions at The Nigerian Senate
An Advocacy group ‘The Public Senate’ recently gave Nigerian lawmakers the opportunity to sit with the people most affected by their policies, Nigerian youth. This activity tagged #UnmaskingTheSenate was part…
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#NigeriasNewTribe: Here’s the official style guide for The Future Awards Africa 2017
The 2017 edition of Africa’s biggest youth event, The Future Awards is upon us. This year, organisers of the award show are paying homage to young Nigerians who have thrived…
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Join politics instead of complaining about bad leadership | Osinbajo tells youth
Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo has urged youth in the country to join political parties instead of sitting back to complain about the leadership of the country. Osinbajo gave the advice at…
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Army organises football competition for Borno youth in Sambisa
The Nigerian Army has organised a 16-team football competition in Sambisa Forest for youth of Gubio Local Government Area of Borno State. Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, Colonel Timothy Antigha, confirmed…
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Co-founders of #IamMindful Africa meets with former president Olusegun Obasanjo
Africa's indigenous youth platform #IamMindful Africa co-founders Toluwalase Eniola and Tola Odumosu meet African icon and former President of Nigeria Olusegun Obasanjo after an invite to attend the Youth Enterprise…
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Buhari will provide 360,000 jobs for the youth soon – Emefiele
Central Bank governor, Godwin Emefiele has said President Muhammadu Buhari will fulfil his promise to provide 360,000 jobs for youths nationwide. He said this at a stakeholders’ meeting of the operational…
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The Thread: “The world ends tomorrow. Confess your sins tonight and be free”, dude tweets. The reactions are lit!
What will you confess if the world were to end tomorrow and you were guaranteed heaven on a platter? That's the experiment Favour Onyeoziri conducted on TwitterNG last and our…
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Hundreds of Biafran youth still missing, dead in Abia – IPOB
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has alleged that its members in Abia and Rivers were missing after clashes with the army. IPOB spokesman, Emma Powerful disclosed this to journalists…
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Protesting Akwa Ibom youth dump coffin at Exxon Mobil gate
Youth from four local government area in Awka Ibom, playing host to Exxon Mobil, on Monday held a warning protest to demand the immediate relocation of the company’s headquarters to…
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Youth organise prayers for Buhari, Nigeria’s unity
Some youth on Friday organised a prayer programme for the quick recovery of President Muhammadu Buhari and the unity of Nigeria. The prayers which commenced on Thursday evening, ended on…
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Mimiko, Oni, Abati, Banire, Sonaiya, Mamora put political differences aside to inspire Nigeria’s Emerging Political Leaders
Political leaders from across various divides have put aside their party differences and unite to empower Young and Emerging Political Leaders at the Nigerian Emerging Political Leaders Forum in Lagos…
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Muiz Banire, Jimi Agbaje, Segun Mimiko, others to discuss Internal Democracy and Politics with Emerging Political Leaders
The National Legal Adviser of the All Progressive Congress Dr. Muiz Banire, former PDP Gubernatorial Candidate in Lagos State Mr Jimi Agbaje, and Former Governor of Ondo, Segun Mimiko are…
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YEN & Ooni of Ife to host Youth Empowerment Summit 2017 (YES2017) to empower 8000 youths
The Young Entrepreneurs of Nigeria (YEN) the umbrella body and voice for Nigerian young entrepreneurs in collaboration with His Imperial Majesty Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ooni of Ife is set…
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Why Charly Boy’s fight is not necessarily for the youth
by Alexander O. Onukwue Is it reasonable that every move that Charly Boy has made with regards to his new movement has been subject to criticism from the youth? The…
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Snatch power from old politicians | Obasanjo tells youth
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has urged youth in the country to democratically snatch power from old politicians. Obasanjo said since the old leaders are unwilling to relinquish power, it was…
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Youth inclusion in decision making helps foster peace #YouthDay
by Wareez Odunayo United Nations General Assembly in its resolution 54/120, on 17 December 1999, approved the recommendation by the World Conference of Ministers for Youth, Lisbon, 8-12 August 1998…
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Leap Africa International Youth Day 2017: Call for submissions
LEAP Africa is proud to be part of a global recognition and promotion of the United Nations’ (UN) International Youth Day which is celebrated each year to recognize the efforts…
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#NotTooYoungToRun bill: Young people, therefore, have no more excuse
by Usman Alabi Even after the passage of the Not Too Young to Run Bill in the National Assembly, we might have to wait a while before producing a President…
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Youth protest at N’Assembly over ‘Not too young to run’ bill
A group of youth on Tuesday protested at the National Assembly to demand the passage of the ‘not too young to run’ bill. Chidi Odinkalu, former chairman human rights commission, while addressing…
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[The Legislative Blog]: Senate clarifies status of #NotTooYoungToRun bill
The Nigerian Senate has risen to the occasion and has followed the footsteps of the lower chamber in offering an explanation for the status of the Not too Young to…
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Suicide bombing: Youth attack SEMA rescue team in Maiduguri
Officials of the Borno State Emergency Management Agency rescuing victims at the scene of a suicide bomb attack in Maiduguri on Monday were attacked by a mob. The incident occurred…
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Youth for Global Change conference begins today
The Lagos Model United Nations (LMUN) is a three-day conference organised by the Faculty of Law, University of Lagos, which simulates the committees, and the resolution making process in the…
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From Reality TV to Reality Twitter: Our mumu never really do
by Alexander O. Onukwue Are Nigeria’s politicians pleased to see the youth deep in distractions while the country runs adrift? While you make your mind up, think about an alternative…
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While you wait for restructuring, this should be your focus right now
by Alexander O. Onukwue Everyone is bombarding the Federal Government and the cabal that continues to hold Nigeria to ransom with the queries of restructuring. Former leaders and modern influencers…
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Should the old restructure Nigeria for the youth?
by Alexander O. Onukwue As the discussion on the restructuring of Nigeria takes up the conversation space, the matter of the persons to carry-out the process has necessarily been brought…
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[The Presidential Blog] Even if it’s the last thing you read, you mustn’t miss this speech by Osinbajo
Like you, we often find it impossible to explain what it is exactly about Professor Osinbajo that makes him seem so dependable. It could be anything from the way he chooses…
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Igbo quit notice: Counsel the misguided elements among our youth | Osinbajo tells Northern rulers
Acting President Yemi Osinbajo on Tuesday urged Northern traditional rulers to always speak against hate speeches in their domain. Osinbajo said this in his opening remarks when he met Northern…
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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