Day: 6 February 2012

February 6, 2012

Who were today’s Winners & Losers? See where we put Obama, Omawumi, Eucharia Anunobi and Apple!

by Emmanuel Osanedum Winners&Losers is a new column that does a roundup of the day’s major news by distilling the ‘winners’ and ‘losers’ of the day’s news cycle. As always,…

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February 6, 2012

Report: Boko Haram strikes in Kano today

by Hauwa Gambo Boko Haram, the Islamist sect that has unsettled the nation, has reportedly attacked a police station in the Sharada area of Kano today. This attack has happened…

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February 6, 2012

Music… Love… – at ‘One Mic’ this February

by Hauwa Gambo Come Sunday 26 February, One Mic will once again present audiences with some of the best live acts as One Mic 2012 kicks off with a bang!…

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February 6, 2012

Something New: ‘Sokutuyoyo’ – B.O.U.Q.U.I feat. Henri Soul

by Daniel Essien Gospel rapper, B.O.U.Q.U.I is back with a new single titled 'Sokutuyoyo'. Fresh from her 15 states tour in the USA, 32 cities in UK and Europe and…

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February 6, 2012

She’s taking her chances! Ini Edo’s new movie premieres in Lagos this month

By Seyi Lawal  The much-anticipated blockbuster, ‘I’ll Take My Chances’ is set for a screening launch at the Silverbird Cinemas, Lagos on 24 February, 2012.   The movie which was produced by…

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February 6, 2012

For Love’s Sake: Tosin Martins to host ‘Olo Mi Concert’ for music fans this February

by Chi Ibe Come 29 February, the Olo Mi Concert (OMC) will seize the night in Lagos. Tosin Martins, who is the organiser of the upcoming event, says he drew…

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February 6, 2012

Something New: ‘Beremole’ – TIV

 by Daniel Essien TIV (The Inspired Voices) is now out with a new single titled 'Beremole' which is also guaranteed to get you celebrating on the dance floor. The song…

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February 6, 2012

Y! Recommends: ‘Bottom Belle’ – Omawumi

by 'Ifreke Inyang Wonder woman Omawumi has dropped yet another fantastic song. Her latest effort, which features highlife crooner Flavour N'Abania is titled 'Bottom Belle'. “Bottom Belle is a special…

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February 6, 2012

Jim Ovia empowers youth with ICT – See Photos from last week’s event

by Daniel Essien The five days Information Communication Technology (ICT) program supported by Jim Ovia Foundation ended on  3 February, 2012. Jim Ovia created the platform for Nigerian youths to educate…

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February 6, 2012

5 reasons ‘The Help’ swept the SAGs, and must sweep the Oscars (and yes, I know you haven’t watched it)

by Emmanuel Osanedum The Help, described severally as a movie about the treatment of maids in a Mississippi town during the civil rights era, was big winner at the Screen…

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February 6, 2012

Opinion: Onyeka Nwelue on Asa Asika, Davido and WizKid

by Onyeka Nwelue In Sandbox, you have everything! There are record label owners, CNN reporters, 5 of our members have been featured on Forbes list... I am not an emotional person.…

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February 6, 2012

New Video: ‘Still in Love’ – Glad

  By Chi Ibe GMI Records has released the official video for Glad's Hit single titled: ‘Still in love’. The track includes Sossick and C-mion. The song was produced by…

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February 6, 2012

Opinion: There’s too much chaos – Africa needs an Intellectual Revolution!

  Photo credit: Watsuptek   By Prince Adeoye Afolabi Today if you are an African reading this you must start a conscious effort to develop your mental prowess. The first…

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February 6, 2012

The YNaija Job Hub: “Oando Plc recruiting Junior Trader” plus 10 more

Here, every other day, you’ll find the latest jobs in Nigeria. Please Note: To apply for any of the jobs below, click on the job of your choice, do not…

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February 6, 2012

Is your iPhone killing factory workers in China? See the Change.org petition

by Hauwa Gambo 300 workers recently threatened to jump off the roof over a safety and pay dispute. Mark Shields, a self-described member of the "Cult of Mac," started a…

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February 6, 2012

Sir Gaga? A groom’s unique wedding gear is our Photo of the Day

by Seyi Lawal This is what a man chose to wear to his wedding, surprisingly, his bride looks normal. We are not sure what the inspiration behind this sheer/ satin 'costume' was…

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