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Caught in the act: Permanent Secretary, 7 others arrested in Ondo while ‘performing rituals in the bush’
The Ekiti State Police Command has arrested 8 persons, including a serving Permanent Secretary in Ondo State over the raid of a commercial bank in Ikere Ekiti on Thursday evening. The Police Public Relations Officer,…
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Healthy OJB dances at Ovation magazine Christmas carol event (PHOTOS)
by Tutu Akinlabi It was not so long ago that musician and music producer, OJB Jezreel was battling for his life. Now however, it is a different story. OJB came…
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It’s a White Christmas! Snow falls in Egypt for the first time in over 100 years (PHOTOS)
by Akintomiwa Agbaje A lot of Egyptians did not expect a white Christmas, but that is what they will be getting this year. Cairo has been transformed into a winter…
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Genevieve Nnaji, D’banj and Davido chill with Sean Tizzle at birthday party (PHOTOS)
by Tutu Akinlabi It's not often that superstars are found together under the same roof, that's why when they are, it's something worth mentioning. Actress Genevieve Nnaji, Kokomaster D'banj and…
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Opinion: How politicians manufacture terrorism and criminality in Nigeria
by Adeolu Ademoyo If President Jonathan openly facilitated (i) the judicial release of Major Hamzat Al-Mustapha as claimed in print by Mr. Dauda Birma, (ii) the release from detention of…
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I am not the father of Fathia’s first child – Saheed Balogun reveals
by Tutu Akinlabi The drama between actors and former married couple, Saheed and Fathia Balogun continues as the former has revealed even more details about their current situation. The trouble…
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God forbid: Pastor Adeboye denies terminal illness rumours
by Rachel Ogbu There have been rumours that the general overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God Pastor Adeboye has been terminal ill and was seeking money to travel to…
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Femi Fani-Kayode: Greedy pastors, God’s endtime generals and the Nigerian Church
by Femi Fani-Kayode I have nothing but contempt for those that call themselves Church leaders but who use the gospel to line their own pockets and who manipulate the elect by indulging in charismatic…
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So true, So false: First Toke Makinwa now is Wizkid’s relationship in trouble?
by Tutu Akinlabi Musician, Wizkid and his beautiful lady love, Tania Omotayo have been going strong for a while now. The duo have never shied away from opportunities to show…
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“I have a crush on Chidinma” – Teen Y! gets an exclusive with actor, OC Ukeje
by Tutu Akinlabi Stunning actor O.C. Ukeje was at the Teen Y! office recently and he revealed some tasty titbits about himself. He was interviewed by Teen Y! editor, Yemi…
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SHOCKING: Pastor stabs wife over refusal to go to church
Men of Ogun State Police command have arrested a-45-year-old man, pastor Daniel Samuel for stabbing his wife over the later refusal to attend church activities. Daniel , an Apostolic Church pastor …
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So Cute: Bentley, Victor Moses one year old son has captured our hearts (LOOK)
by Rachel Ogbu If the award for cutest baby of the year is not out yet then votes should start counting for Bentley, one-year-old son of Nigerian football star Victor…
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Another Kuti is born: Seun Kuti welcomes baby girl (LOOK)
by Rachel Ogbu There is joy in the Kuti household as music star, Seun Kuti and his girlfriend/back-up dancer Yetunde Ademuluyi welcomed their first child together. The couple gave birth…
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Diva Mariah Carey pays tribute to Mandela on stage in Lagos (PHOTOS)
by Rachel Ogbu According to new reports, Diva Mariah Carey was on top of her game yesterday night when she performed at the Access Bank Christmas party with blogger Linda Ikeji describing it…
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Opinion: Obasanjo’s Letter – Please, cut the hand but take the message
by Joe Igbokwe Therefore I may not like Obasanjo's antecedents and character but his message is timely and direct. As former Head of State, he understands the workings of the…
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#TheYNaijaInterview: “I have Nigerian blood inside of me’’- Ghanian born gospel artiste Sonnie Badu
by Wilfred Okiche Ghanian born international gospel act Sonnie Badu was in Lagos recently for the RCCG’s night of worship concert. We cornered him moments before he went on stage…
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#NelsonMandela: South Africa stands still as a King & hero is laid to rest (PHOTOS)
by Rachel Ogbu Today will go down in history as the day the peoples president was laid to rest. An impressive state funeral for Nelson Mandela took place in his…
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“My relationship with Maje Ayida has come to an end” – Toke Makinwa confirms breakup rumors
by Oge Okonkwo Media personality and Vlogger, Toke Makinwa has confirmed rumours spreading over social media about her 12-year relationship with fiance, Maje Ayida. Speaking to The Punch newspapers in…
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The Future Awards Africa 2013: Best 100
by Isi Esene Celebrating 100 of the brightest and best nominees and winners over the past 8 years Profiles of all the honourees are available on 1 Tara…
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FG kicks off The Future Awards Africa Week today… Microsoft to launch Aiki.ng jobs portal
by Isi Esene The Future Awards Africa 2013 will be formally opened by Nigeria's President Goodluck Jonathan at a special event celebrating the 'Best 100' - past winners at State…
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We’ll not falter in the crusade to rescue Nigeria, says Tinubu
by Akintomiwa Agbaje Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, former Governor of Lagos State and National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), said the party would not falter in its legitimate struggle to “rescue…
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VIDEO – “We Steal Because You Never Stoned Us for It”- Rivers Governor, Rotimi Amaechi
by Akintomiwa Agbaje In an amazing turn of events, the Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi said ''We have stolen billions of dollars, what did you do?'' emphasizing that the reason…
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Tunde Fagbenle: Bamidele’s war of attritions
by Tunde Fagbenle So where could the wahala be coming from? Who are those that could be prodding Bamidele on, and to what end? What could Fayemi have done wrong…
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Nigerian Officer Cadet awarded the Queen’s medal at Sandhurst
by Akintomiwa Agbaje Noel Shekoduza Moses, a 24-year-old Nigerian Officer Cadet, has been awarded the Queen’s medal for best results in Military, Academic and Practical Studies by the Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst.…
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#YNaijaMandelaSpecial: “It felt wonderful to shake Mandela’s hand” – 9 questions for 9ice on his 2008 performance
by Seun Oluyemi In 2008, musician 9ice was one of the performers from across the world who performed at the 90th birthday anniversary of Nelson Mandela – representing Nigeria. He…
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#YNaijaMandelaSpecial: How to honour Nelson Mandela, by Joachim Mac-Ebong
by Joachim Mac-Ebong Part of the sorrow of Mandela's death is that there appears to be no current African leader fit to tie his shoelaces. Even those mentored by him directly…
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Editors’ pick: Our best 20 tributes to Nelson Mandela
by Emmanuel Osanedum and Mark Amaza From those who would preserve the myth because it comforts the world to those who insist he was all too human, these 20 assessments of…
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#YNaijaMandelaSpecial: We are now on our own, by Wilfred Okiche
by Wilfred Okiche A young African, Wilfred Okiche captures the sense that the ground has finally shifted under Africa with Mandela’s death and he wonders how we will go from…
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#YNaijaMandelaSpecial: “What have you wrought, Nelson Mandela?”, by Dele Olojede
by Dele Olojede How come we went from Nelson Mandela to Jacob Zuma in 10 years flat, like a racing car in reverse, asks Dele Olojede Why is it that…
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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