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Plane crashes in Russia, 50 people on board killed
A Boeing 737 jetliner crashed and burst into flames Sunday night while trying to land at the airport in the Russian city of Kazan, killing all 50 people aboard in…
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Sani Abacha’s son weds in Abuja (PHOTOS)
by Chi Ibe Mahmud Abacha, one of the sons of the late dictator, Sani Abacha today wed Hamama in Abuja. Photos are below:
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“Completely false” – Okonjo-Iweala responds to “missing N50bn Excess Crude” money (TWEET)
by Chi Ibe Yesterday, Governor Rotimi Amaechi was on fire at the Governor's Forum Retreat in Sokoto. With all guns blazing, he also hit the President's right hand woman, coordinating…
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We screwed up – Jega admits INEC official compromised Anambra election
by NAN Police has confirmed the arrest of the Electoral Officer accused of deliberately compromising Saturday’s governorship election in Anambra state. In an interview Sunday, Attahiru Jega, chairman of the…
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Aww, how cute: Guess who crashed Tiwa Savage’s bachelorette party (LOOK)
by Oge Okonkwo Errm, sorry, no prize for getting it right. While the girls were having loads of fun at Tiwa Savage's bachelorette party yesterday night at Ikoyi, TeeBillz was…
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“He was tied and tortured”: Son beaten to death by vigilantes at mother’s request
by 'Jola Sotubo A mother in Ebonyi has some explaining to do after it was discovered that the death of her son was allegedly caused by local vigilante members she…
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Funke Egbemode: Ladies, this is how to know your man is through with you
by Funke Egbemode So, how do you know if you are being dumped or if you are the ‘dumpee’ even this minute? First, let us all agree that not all…
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Salihu Lukman: Why ex-ASUU president, Prof. Iyayi made that ill-fated trip
by Salihu Lukman Festus Iyayi May the death of Prof. Iyayi awaken all of us to the need to discover new ways and methods of solving all our societal problems…
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Unbelievable: This is an actual essay written by a university admission applicant (READ)
From CheatingIsSinful Following the norm in many universities the world over, a prospective student seeking admission into the New York University (NYU) was asked to write an essay on 'the…
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#TheYNaijaInterview: “Brymo and Jesse Jagz’ll remain my family” – Rapper, Ice Prince opens up
by Wilfred Okiche Ice Prince Zamani is on a roll, has been for about two years now. After the success of his debut single 'Oleku', he churned out one hit…
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Gunmen storm Ekiti hospital at mid-night, demand new born babies
by NAN File photo : Gunmen Five gunmen, suspected to be ritualists on Sunday invaded the government hospital in Ado-Ekiti, demanding for new born babies. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that…
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TOOOO HOT! Male strippers take it to the next level at Tiwa Savage’s party (LOOK)
by Chi Ibe How did we forget to mention the male strippers that "stormed" musician, Tiwa Savage's bachelorette party yesterday? Seeing is believing: Congratulations Tiwa - in more ways than…
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She’s unstoppable! Topless Tonto Dikeh ‘lights it up’ before a ‘No smoking’ sign (PHOTO)
by Oge Okonkwo First of all Tonto Dikeh is bold and answers to no one. By now we all know the actress loves controversy like no other, it was…
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How French engineer escaped from kidnappers in Kaduna (PHOTO)
by Isi Esene French engineer, Francis Collomp who was abducted by men suspected to be members of the dreaded Islamic terrorist group, Ansaru, has escaped. Collomp who has been held…
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Here comes the bride! Lola Omotayo looks GORGEOUS in red as Peter Okoye puts a ring on it (See Photos)
by Oge Okonkwo The much talked about traditional wedding ceremony between Lola Omotayo and her beau Peter Okoye is currently in full swing and here are the photos from…
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Dear unemployed graduate, SURE-P has some money for you…
by Chi Ibe Photo: Thescoopng The federal government's Subsidy Reinvestment and Empowerment Programme (SURE-P) is in the news again - and, thankfully this time, it is not about missing monies.…
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Terrible: ATM robbers kill 2 policemen in Lagos
by Oge Okonkwo A six-man robbery gang, in the early hours of Sunday shot and killed two policemen during an attack of a second generation bank's Automated Teller Machine, ATM, at…
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“This is the time I really wish I had a jet” – D’banj laments after missing Peter ‘Psquare’ Okoye’s wedding (TWEETS)
by Oge Okonkwo Apparently someone is missing from the list of celebrities that attended the wedding of Peter Okoye and Lola Omotayo's wedding. Kokomaster D'banj who had a show last…
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#AnambraDecides: “INEC acted out a script” – APC gives reasons for calling for total cancellation
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has demanded a total cancellation of Saturday’s governorship election in Anambra State based on the massive disenfranchisement of people across the state, caused by the…
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How soldiers saved election officials from armed robbers in Anambra
Soldiers arrived early to save the officials. No fewer than 20 election officials returning from the Anambra state governorship poll were attacked in the early hours of Sunday by armed…
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Aww, SO much love: Genevieve Nnaji, Funke Akindele, Toke Makinwa, Kate Henshaw, others party at Peter Okoye & Lola Omotayo’s wedding (PHOTOS)
by Oge Okonkwo Judging from the preparation of the traditional wedding between Lola Omotayo and Peter Okoye, you can tell it was going to be a star studded event.…
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Who kidnapped this 90-year-old woman?!
by Chi Ibe Kidnappers continue to abduct defenseless old women - and now it appears there are no limits. A 90-year old woman, who is mother of a 2011 House…
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“INVALID VOTES is scoring more than Ifeanyi Ubah” – See top 10 tweets on the LP candidate’s looming loss
by Chi Ibe The votes have not been counted, but it is clear, Labour Party candidate and business-man Ifeanyi Ubah is clearly not winning this election, save for some miracle.…
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Listen, ladies: Indecent dressing leads to rape, say “Concerned Mothers”
by NAN File photo A group of concerned women on Sunday urged mothers to promote descent dressing from home in the girl child to curb incessant sexual harassment and rape…
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INEC, refund my money – Anambra candidate, Ifeanyi Ubah is not even playing
by Chi Ibe Ifeanyi Ubah on AIT today The Labour Party candidate for governor in Anambra, Capital Oil boss Ifeanyi Ubah, is clearly disappointed in the election’s outcome (though yet…
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“Where did they get the results?”: Scores of women protest in Anambra, dare police to shoot (PHOTOS)
Hundreds of women Sunday marched on the streets of Awka, Anambra State capital, protesting alleged disenfranchisement by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in the governorship election. The women, most…
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REVEALED: The real reasons GRE & TOEFL were suspended in Nigeria
by Chi Ibe A week ago, we reported the official cancellation of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) and the Test of English for Foreign Learners (TOEFL) in Nigeria - due…
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Opinion: What Jonathan can learn from Obama’s problems
by Adeola Ademoyo And as a true leader he accepts and takes the responsibility. First, he has not passed the buck. He says literally “throw all the dirt on me……
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Opinion: It’s time for ASUU to call off this strike
by Tunde Falola Notwithstanding ASUU’s recalcitrance at every turn of the tortuous negotiations, the Jonathan administration had been moderate and considerate, making far-reaching concessions. After a marathon meeting with President…
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Opinion: Ndigbo and their battle for the soul of Yorubaland
by Francis Ojo Ndigbo is aggressive and determined in pressing their agenda with deliberate focus as they buy up indigenous family homes,concubinate with Yoruba divorcees, marry their children and jubilate…
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- The Future Awards Africa 2024: How Tunde Onakoya and Veekee James Served High-Fashion Mastery as Hosts
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
The September Standard
- T.I Nathan SS25 Lookbook: A Contemporary Ode to Elegance and Edge
- Idia Aisien’s Comeback to Style 101: Will She Revive the Magic?
- RED CARPET! Amstel Malta at 30: A Sleek Celebration of Style and Legacy!
- Ugoccie: Where Afrocentricity Meets Street Style
- The Future Awards Africa 2024: How Tunde Onakoya and Veekee James Served High-Fashion Mastery as Hosts
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