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This is the evil plot Boko Haram has for the Ramadan period

Boko Haram insurgents are planning to launch a large scale bombing during the Ramadan festival, the Defence Headquarters has revealed. This information was disseminated on Saturday, by the Acting Director Defence Information, Brig. Gen. Rabe Abubakar. The Defence spokesperson said the insurgents intend to carry out massive bomb attacks during early morning and evening prayers... Read More

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A poetic Muhammad Ali recites poem on friendship (VIDEO)

Born Cassius Clay, Muhammad Ali is the greatest boxer the world may ever know. He was that good, extraordinarily skilled and so deft that all his opponents eventually came to respect and look up to him. He wasn’t just an ordinary boxer, he was also a talker. Ali was so good with words that he... Read More

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4 videos that depict the kind of man Muhammad Ali was (WATCH)

The world loved Muhammad Ali, the legendary boxing icon who died on Saturday, at the age of 74. He was a fast, smooth talker who can outwit even the most gifted orator. Ali was intelligent, witty, tongue-in-cheek and had a knack for using extremely exaggerated metaphors to intimidate and cower his opponents. Indeed he was... Read More

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Tonto Dikeh revels in the joy of breastfeeding

Relatively new mother, Tonto Dikeh is loving the motherhood task of breastfeeding. So much is the joy of the Nollywood actress that she took to social media to urge mothers to “read about the benefits of breast feeding.” https://www.instagram.com/p/BGOKtSDL4YQ/

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Oyinbo Madness: Man accidentally burns crotch while lighting cigarette with alcohol

In the footage of a fiery incident that has gone viral, a man from China appears to be showing off with a glass of flaming alcohol when he inadvertently doused himself with the liquid. The young man appeared to be using a glass of flaming alcohol to light his cigarette. And here is the horrifying moment... Read More

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Oyakhilome gets the superstar reception in London (PHOTOS)

Christ Embassy’s Chris Oyakhilome had quite a welcome when he recently arrived the Heathrow airport in London via a private jet. The General Overseer of Believers’ Love World’s arrival was complete with a red carpet and bouquets as well as orderlies. Oyakhilome is reported to have visited the town for a program at the London arm... Read More

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Donald Trump can now kiss China’s a**, literally

Following Donald Trump’s anti-Beijing rhetoric during his U.S. Presidential campaign, a Chinese company, Qingdao Wellpaper Industrial Co., has reacted quite literally. The reaction is a Chinese toilet paper with Donald Trump’s face with a pout printed on it literally means the Presidential candidate can ‘kiss whoever’s a**’ is making use of it. Not surprisingly, it has seen... Read More

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‘Niger Delta militants have six missiles’ and 6 other shocking things Nigerians should know

The Joint Revolutionary Council (JRC)-the highest organ of all Niger Delta Militants-has said it will test six missiles in the Niger Delta region on Tuesday, June 7. Hence, the militant group has warned all oil companies to stop their operations as the missile testing will affect their equipment. The JRC is the highest organ of... Read More

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Jungle justice: Igbo trader beheaded by Kano mob over blasphemy

A female trader, who sells plastics, was killed by an angry mob of Muslims youths in Kano on Thursday evening. The unnamed female was decapitated for allegedly blaspheming Prophet Muhammad during a religious argument at Wambai market. The victim, the report says, was of Igbo extraction and was with her husband when she was murdered.... Read More

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Davido is using me to sell records – Dele Momodu (WATCH)

Ovation Publisher, Dele Momodu says it would be childish of him to respond to the swipes and jibes of singer, Davido. The veteran journalist and the HKN singer clashed a few months ago over the custody of the latter’s baby, whom the former is an uncle to. While the rift has been settled, Davido has... Read More

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This is when Saraki’s CCT trial will resume

After being ‘postponed indefinitely‘, the trial of the Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, before the Code of Conduct Tribunal in Abuja has been scheduled to resume on June 7. Saraki is being prosecuted by the Federal government on 16 counts, including false and anticipatory asset declaration while serving as Kwara state governor. According to reports,... Read More

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There is a cure for Tomato Ebola

One good thing has definitely emerged from the recent hardship that has been plaguing Nigeria for some weeks now. There is now a cure for the disease that has been eating up the tomatoes in Nigeria known as, Tuta Absoluta maimed ‘tomato ebola’. The National Research Institute for Chemical Technology, Zaria, says it has been... Read More

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This is the teenage girl impersonating Wizkid (PHOTO)

The 19-year-old Wizkid impersonator has been identified as Ifeoma, a 200 level student of Industrial Chemistry in Delta state university (DELSU). She regularly sports a low hair cut, speaks and dresses like a man – which is why her guise was easily believable. She also shares a faint resemblance to the singer. Take a look below.

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The historic flag off ceremony of the Niger Delta Clean-up (PHOTOS)

Representing the President, Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo has kicked off the Clean-Up exercise of oil spill-damaged Ogoni land on Thursday, June 2. The event is taking place at Bodo, Gokana LG, Rivers State. The ceremony The flag-off In need of clean-up

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‘Buhari chickened out’ | Nigerians react as the President cancels Niger Delta visit

Nigerians on Twitter are unimpressed with President Muhammadu Buhari’s decision to cancel his attendance of the flag off ceremony of the Niger Delta Clean-up exercise in Ogoni land, Rivers state. While no official reason was given for the President’s decision to skip the ceremony, widespread reports indicate that it’s as a result of militant group,... Read More

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Why Taylor Swift and Calvin Harris split after 15 months together

Taylor Swift and Calvin Harris have surprisingly split after a romantic and love-filled 15 months together. The two came to a mutual agreement to part ways due to insatiable needs between each other. The relationship practically fizzled out, according to sources of E! News. “Adam really liked Taylor, she was not the type of girl... Read More

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Come rain or shine, Fayose will share rice (PHOTOS)

Governor of Ekiti state, Ayo Fayose is a determined man who does not joke with what goes into the stomach; even if it means settling down by the roadside for a quick plate of beans served by himself. Known for his flamboyant generousness when it comes to food, Fayose has given out numerous bags of... Read More

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Niger Delta militants (not Avengers) declare ‘war’

While militant group, Niger Delta Avengers continuously destroy oil pipelines, the original Niger Delta militants on Wednesday gave the Federal Government a 2-day ultimatum to release the corpses of 10 pro-Biafra agitators. Representatives of the militants are leader of the Niger Delta Peoples Democratic Front, Precious Iyoyo, aka General Playboy; and Concerned Militant Leaders, General... Read More

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The era of defections are here again – See who just crossed over

For a minute, politicians stopped defecting. It appeared they were satisfied with their political parties, but that has now changed. Defection season is here, folks and the forerunners are Tony Nwoye, from Anambra east and west constituency, and Emmanuel Udende, from Benue state. The two members of the house of representatives, who were elected on the platform... Read More

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Exclusive: Eve & Tribe’s Cadence collection is for the dynamic and eclectic everyday woman

Eve & Tribe has always pursued a story of the vibrant African woman, by fusing global design with contemporary Af…

WomanStyleCrush: The Sultry and Exquisite Seyi Shay

What do you get when you mix; a bomb vocal, an enthralling personality, an amazing body and a killer fashion sense? Your tongue not letting you say…

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Boko Haram spy arrested, 77 insurgents surrender

Troops of 7 Division Garrison have arrested a 28-year-old suspected Boko Haram spy, Musa Mallam Aman. The spy, whom the Army says is from Maradhi village in Niger Republic, was apprehended around the Garrison Headquarters complex in Maiduguri, Borno state. Colonel Sani Usman, Army spokesperson said “efforts have been intensified to track and arrest his... Read More

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Morning Devotion: Atiku for 2019?, Electronic voting in the House of Reps, No clarity on forex policy & Buhari meets with South East leaders

Atiku for 2019? Well Joachim MacEbong talks about that as well as the new electronic voting in the House of Reps, clarity on forex policy and Buhari’s meet with South East leaders. Take a listen. https://soundcloud.com/ynaijaonline/morning-devotion-episode-16

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All the fashion! Rita Dominic, Linda Ejiofor, Adesua Etomi and more at 8 Bars and a Clef premiere

Rita Dominic was the belle of the ball at the star studded 8 Bars and a Clef premiere which held on Sunday. She stole the show in an Elvira Jude bustier and white pants while she let her long hair straight and by her sides. Linda Ejiofor’s white Style by Ayaba gown showed off her... Read More

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Nigerian artistes should grow up and start respecting their contracts

Freedom like Brymo said, is a kind of prison. Maybe the artiste was referring to himself (and now many artistes) when he tried to leave his then record label, Chocolate City. You see, as the story goes, Brymo had signed a contract with the label with an agreed upon stipulated number of years he’d spend... Read More

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Woman found out she’s HIV positive, then did this

Celestina Mamah cannot be described as accepting her situation, in spite of the associated trauma that comes with her status as being HIV positive. The 46-year-old took her life – having found out she tested positive for the human immunodeficiency virus. Mamah went to a forest near Ogwu Rest House in Udenu Local Government in Enugu state and stabbed... Read More