Day: 28 June 2016

Op-Ed Editor June 28, 2016

Opinion: Aregbesola, El-Rufai; two of a kind

By Káyọ̀dé Oyèró Last year, the National Youths Service Corps deployed me to Gombe, North-East Nigeria with batch A 2015 which rounded up April this year. For Gombe Kopas, service…

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Oreoluwa Peters June 28, 2016

‘Respect my name’ | ‘I’m sorry ma’ | Between Kate Henshaw and Akpororo

This afternoon, Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw, through her management, issued a disclaimer distancing herself from comedian, Akpororo's show - which is holding next month. Kate was advertised by the comedian as…

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Oreoluwa Peters June 28, 2016

Who’s the most valuable President in Africa? Nominate yours now to win at the African Achievers award

Abuja, Nigeria has been announced as the host for this year’s African Achievers Awards! The African Achievers Awards is currently in its sixth edition. The first edition held in 2011…

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Adebayo Emuleomo June 28, 2016

Uche Secondus may have just said everything wrong with Nigeria under APC

Former acting national Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Uche Secondus has described the administration of the All Progressives Congress (APC) led by President Muhammadu Buhari, as an insincere government…

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The Nigerian Army says nobody is plotting coup against President Muhammadu Buhari, as alleged by some militants | YNaija.com
Mazi Emeka June 28, 2016

FG secretly investigates and ‘clears’ Army boss, Buratai of corruption [DETAILS]

Following accusations of corruption leveled against the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai, the federal government is said to have investigated and cleared him of any corrupt…

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Mallam Yero June 28, 2016

‘We’re developing cyber warriors, we’ll defeat internet Boko Haram’ – Army

Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai, says defeated Boko Haram insurgents operating from the internet, are behind the reports that his family acquired two properties in Dubai, the…

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Ada Igboanugo June 28, 2016

What She Wore: Waje Stuns In Iconola Brand On The Voice

The Voice coach was a stunner as she channeled ethnic chic in an Ankara jumpsuit by Iconola for the rehearsal episodes o…  

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Mazi Emeka June 28, 2016

According to Niger Delta Avengers, this is the map of a broken Nigeria

Militant group, Niger Delta Avengers, has called for the fragmentation of Nigeria into separate republics. The group has in the past expressed its support for the agitation for a Sovereign…

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Mazi Emeka June 28, 2016

#JusticeForBridget: Killers of Igbo trader remanded in prison

A Kano state magistrate court has turned down the request for bail made by the five suspects involved in the murder of 74-year-old Igbo trader, Bridget Agbahime. Agbahime, a trader a…

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Adebayo Emuleomo June 28, 2016

‘I was instructed to claim Badeh’s property’ – Witness

The prosecution witness in the trial of a former Chief of Defence Staff, Air Chief Marshal Alex Badeh, Mustapha Yerima has declared that he was pressured by the defendants to…

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Oreoluwa Peters June 28, 2016

Jesse Jagz and Vector to release ‘joint project’ (WATCH)

Jesse Jagz and his colleague in rap game, Vector are working on a joint project. The Jagz Nation rapper made this known to Hip TV in an interview posted on its Instagram…

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Mazi Emeka June 28, 2016

No bail for Fani-Kayode, sent to prison

Pending the hearing of his bail application, former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, was on Tuesday remanded in prison by a federal high court sitting in Lagos. According to a…

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Ada Igboanugo June 28, 2016

TY Bello’s Take On: Funke Bucknor-Obruthe

When I got the call from @funkebucknor to make portraits for her 40th all I could think of was a human trampoline. Funke…  

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Mazi Emeka June 28, 2016

‘Return my symbol of authority and looted property’ – Tompolo writes Buhari

Former militant warlord, Government 'Tompolo' Ekpemupolo, on Tuesday, informed President Muhammadu Buhari that the military is yet to return his symbol of authority as the chief priest of Egbesu Shrine, Oporoza, Gbaramatu…

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Adebayo Emuleomo June 28, 2016

‘Why negotiations with Niger Delta Avengers will fail’

A former member of the Delta Waterways Security Committee (DWSC) in Warri, Delta state, Omolubi Newuwumi, has declared that the proposed negotiations between the Federal Government and the militant group,…

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Isime Esene June 28, 2016

Opinion: Sacking of doctors – an irresponsible display and show of anarchy

by Abiola Akintunde On June 21st, it was shocking that Nigeria could once again retrace the path of anarchy, as the federal government ordered the replacement of striking resident doctors…

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Isime Esene June 28, 2016

Opinion: Wole Soyinka, religion and school uniforms

by Olalekan Waheed Adigun Humans call God for different reasons. Some are purely altruistic while others are selfish. This explains why people like me tend to wonder whether my God is…

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Oreoluwa Peters June 28, 2016

Skales drops video for ‘Nobody’s Business’ (WATCH)

After resolving his dispute with his record label, Skales released Nobody's Business, a collaboration with Banky W. In the song, Skales sent out warning shots to his detractors saying that whatever…

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Ada Igboanugo June 28, 2016

Ghana Fashion & Design Week 2016 – Everything You Need To Know

Fashion week is here! We are delighted to share with you and your team, news and venue location details about this year Ghana Fashion & Design Wee…  

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Adebayo Emuleomo June 28, 2016

Wole Soyinka: What Nigerian adults owe the young ones

by Wole Soyinka The issue, I understand, is the flaunting of religious markers in public educational institutions. Let me begin by confessing that I envy the French to whom those…

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Op-Ed Editor June 28, 2016

Opinion: Fayose, the cat that has 9 lives

by Malik Opeyemi Take it or leave it, Ayodele Peter Fayose is a man many would love to hate and hate to love, if there was ever anyone that the…

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Oreoluwa Peters June 28, 2016

#Onelifelivethem: Rémy Martin hosts Shina Peller, VJ Adams, Zaniab Balogun others to an exquisite soiree (PHOTOS)

For the past few months, Rémy Martin Cognac has been recognizing and celebrating individuals for their multi-talents and outstanding achievements. The new #OneLifeLiveThem campaign influencers Zainab Balogun – the first female on the campaign, Falz and Shody…

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Ada Igboanugo June 28, 2016

Relationship Goals: Celebrity Couples At The 2016 BET Awards

The 2016 BET Awards saw her share of celebrity couples who loved up on (and also off!) the carpet. Among these couples a…  

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Op-Ed Editor June 28, 2016

Opinion: The madness of Nigerian governors; a case study of Mimiko

by Gbenga Adene Ojo Oladimeji will agree with me that I’ve given up on arguing anything related to Nigeria/politics because “I cannot come and go and die” but someone I…

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Mazi Emeka June 28, 2016

Nigeria ‘looks forward’ to great miracles – VP Osinbajo

Vice President of Nigeria, Yemi Osinbajo, has said that Nigeria is in need of great miracle for it to achieve peace and development. Osinbajo said this while speaking at the one…

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Ada Igboanugo June 28, 2016

ICYMI – Our 11 Best Celebrity Looks At The 2016 BET Awards

The 2016 BET Awards saw a lot of Stars stepping out on the red carpet looking fiercely stylish, sexy and classy. From Me…  

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Ada Igboanugo June 28, 2016

ICYMI – 11 Best Hair & Makeup At The 2016 BET Awards

The Stars shone bright at the 2016 BET Awards. Most of the Stars slayed on the red carpet. From head turning outfits, gorgeous hair styles, effortless…  

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Ada Igboanugo June 28, 2016

The Body Shop: 8 Shaving Commandments You Need to Know Before Lathering Up

We’ve all been there: you finally found a flattering bikini, you flawlessly applied self-tanner, and you’re …  

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