THE 2015 TRACKLIST: Why APC ruled out Fashola as VP candidate | Ekiti Speaker calls Gov. Fayose a liar | Impeachment: Anti-Jonathan senators meet today | More stories

As you count down to the February General Elections, we show you what to read and what to skip today. Ekiti Speaker calls Gov. Fayose a liar. Leadership No chill: Omisore wants his ‘mandate’ back. Punch 2015: PDP will do what it’s never done before. Leadership Why Fashola will not be APC VP candidate. Punch Buruju... Read More

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December 1, 2014

BREAKING: Residents flee as Damaturu comes under Boko Haram attack

by Isi Esene There are reports of sporadic gunshots in Damaturu, Yobe State. It is not clear what the details of the situation are but many believe members of the Boko Haram Islamic sect are making a move to take over the state capital after overrunning Mubi, another town in the North east state.... Read More

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November 30, 2014

Grand art exhibition, Against All Odds, set to hold in Lagos [DETAILS]

by Isi Esene Blackhouse Media and Mydrim Gallery have announced a one of a kind art exhibition titled, ‘Against All Odds’. The exhibition will be showcasing the works of one of Nigeria’s most celebrated painters, Zinno Orara, in dedication to his wife, Adaora-Zinno Orara, who is battling breast cancer against all odds. Billed to take... Read More

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November 30, 2014

Gov. Orji approves 20 per cent reduction in ABSU tuition fees

by Akan Ido Days after Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose, approved a N20,000 reduction in tuition fees paid by Ekiti State University (EKSU) students, Governor Theodore Orji of Abia has also approved a 20 per cent reduction in the school fees of Abia State University (ABSU), students. In a statement signed by Secretary to Abia... Read More

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November 30, 2014

2015: I’ll fight terrorism if elected president – Buhari

by Isi Esene Former Head of State, Gen. Muhammadu Buhari (rtd) has today promised to tackle the menace of insurgency if voted into power in next year’s elections. Buhari, who spoke through Dr. Chidia Maduekwe, the Head of Media, Publicity and ICT in the Buhari Support Organization (BSO), said he is committed to battling... Read More

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November 30, 2014

Gov. Fayose reduces EKSU tuition, blames Fayemi for wasteful spending

by Isi Esene Governor Ayo Fayose has blamed the Kayode Fayemi administration for squandering Ekiti state resources leaving him with little or no funds to run the state. Fayose made this disclosure yesterday while featuring on a radio/television programme ‘Meet your Governor’. He also use the occasion to announce a reduction of the tuition being paid by students... Read More

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November 30, 2014

Military wants more media support to fight Boko Haram

by Isi Esene To guard against the spate of internet scammers and criminals, the Forum of Spokespersons of Security and Response Agencies (FOSSRA) has advised the public to beware of swindlers that often use fake identities with offers of employment and counterfeit business opportunities in exchange for money and for other criminal activities The... Read More

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November 30, 2014

That’s gotta hurt! Rapper, Busta Rhymes injures head after falling off-stage (PHOTOS)

by Akan Ido Rapper, Busta Rhymes got injured on Friday night after slipping and falling off the stage during artiste, O.T Genasis’ gig at the East Village concert hall, New York. Busta who was holding a cigar in one hand and a bottle of liquor in the other, leaned forward and stumbled into the crowd opening... Read More

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November 30, 2014

Yay! Jude Okoye’s wife gives birth to baby girl in the US

by Akan Ido Jude Okoye and his pretty wife, Ify have a new addition to their family and it’s a girl. The two lovebirds who got married in July welcomed the baby girl a few hours ago in the United States of America. We just can’t wait to see the new Okoye princess. Congrats guys!

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November 30, 2014

Obafemi Fawibe: How many times have you given your life to Christ? (Y! Superblogger)

by Obafemi Fawibe Now things have changed, we can talk to God one on one. God is nice and kind now. (Always has been.) It must have been over a hundred times or after every film show in church. For me, it was at every alter call. I was so scared of hell that... Read More

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November 30, 2014

Made Men: Iyanya & manager, Ubi Franklin step out looking fresh in SA (PHOTO)

by Akan Ido Ladies man, Iyanya and his manager, Ubi Franklin were both in South Africa yesterday for the Channel O Music Video Awards and did they look cool or what! Although Iyanya’s Instagram followers don’t appear too sure about his choice of a green suit, Ubi Franklin’s fans are all for his style.... Read More

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November 30, 2014

Meet Forbes Magazine’s 12 Youngest Most Powerful People of 2014

by Isi Esene They are young and they wield so much influence wherever they go – these 12 are Forbes Magazine’s Youngest Powerful People of 2014. Today Forbes released its annual list of the world’s 72 most powerful people. From emerging tech titans to the supreme leader of a wayward nation and the self-proclaimed... Read More

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November 30, 2014

True confession: My name is Adaobi Okwy and I’m a recovering addict… (READ)

by Adaobi Okwy I don’t have excuses. I should stop. I know. And I know too that many people may turn their noses at me and think, “what’s the biggie?” My story isn’t for everyone. It is for those who like myself, know the struggle and are committed to triumph and to them I... Read More

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November 30, 2014

How Dakuku Peterside emerged Rivers APC consensus candidate

by Faustinus Nwaorgu All Progressives Congress (APC) consensus Governorship Candidate for the 2015 election in Rivers State, Dakuku Adol Peterside, has sent the olive branch to other aspirants for the position, assuring that he will carry them along in his plans and activities. Peterside in a statement issued on Saturday by Rivers APC Chairman, Dr.... Read More

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November 29, 2014

63 passengers escape death as Overland Aircraft ‘crash-lands’ in Ilorin (PHOTO)

by Isi Esene Sixty three people escaped death today as an Overland Airplane reportedly crash-landed at the Ilorin Airport. The plane which took off from Abuja reportedly crash-landed and veered of the runway with 59 passengers and 4 crew members on board. There were no casualties in the accident but reports indicate that the... Read More

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November 29, 2014

What was she thinking? Cossy Orjiakor went out like this last night (LOOK)

by Akan Ido Cossy Orjiakor just loves to be the centre of attraction – well, who doesn’t. The singer raised more than a few eyebrows yesterday at the Pizza Hut in Lagos when she showed up in maybe the flimsiest outfit anyone can dare to wear outdoors. Don’t get it twisted, Cossy’s not anyone. The busty Orjiakor... Read More

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November 29, 2014

Join others for the Microsoft Mobility Summit Exhibition in Lagos [DETAILS]

by Akan Ido The Microsoft Mobility Summit, an event to introduce tech savvy individuals to the Microsoft mobile-first and cloud-first world will be taking place in Lagos next week. The summit which will start by 1pm on Wednesday, December 3, at The Harbor Point, 4 Wilmot Road, Off Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos, promises to... Read More

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November 29, 2014

Review: Fela lives forever in the documentary, Finding Fela

by Wilfred Okiche Nigeria’s biggest music export, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti returns to vivid, dramatic life once again in this thoroughly enjoyable documentary directed by prolific, Academy Award winning filmmaker, Alex Gibney. Gibney whose previous subjects include cultural and industrial heavyweights such as; Wikileaks, Enron and Eliot Spitzer, finds in Anikulapo-Kuti, a perfect subject for his... Read More

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November 29, 2014

Music review: TY Bello’s ‘The Morning Songbook’ is a welcome gift

by Wilfred Okiche Ty Bello used to be a member of the musical quartet Kush, best known for the hit single Let’s live together. The band split, as all great groups must, and in 2007, Bello broke out as a solo act with the massive Greenland, an anthemic expression of hope for a country... Read More

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November 29, 2014

The battle within: PDP grassroots group threatens to breakaway

by Akan Ido Three months to the elections in February, there appears to be a disquiet in the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as several members of the party threaten to shift allegiance. The Party, which appeared to be having the smoothest of rides in the months leading to the general elections after choosing President Goodluck... Read More

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November 27, 2014

Civil Defence personnel pray for ailing Commandant General

by Akan Ido Managementand staff of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have commenced fervent prayers for the quick recovery of their Commandant General, Dr. Ade Abolurin, who recently sustained injuries in a domestic accident. When contacted the spokesperson of NSCDC, Emmanuel Okeh confirmed that officers and men of the NSCDC have... Read More

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November 27, 2014

Fani-Kayode is clearly impressed by Gov. Orji’s achievements in Abia

by Akan Ido Former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode, has expressed satisfaction with the developmental efforts of Governor Theodore Orji, describing the rate of development in Abia State as extraordinary. Mr. Fani-Kayode who made his feelings known during a visit to Abia State, said that he is impressed and satisfied with what he saw in... Read More

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November 27, 2014

Today’s Daily Brief: Senate calls OBJ a ‘liar’, Stella Oduah’s ex dumps PDP, Aregbesola says PDP’s religion is poverty, and more

Governor Rauf Aregbesola used the opportunity presented by his swearing-in ceremony, Thursday, to hit out at the Peoples’ Democratic Party, PDP, describing it as a party filled with “self-seeking manipulators” who unleash poverty on Nigerians. At his inauguration for a second term of four years, in Osogbo, Mr. Aregbesola also lambasted the PDP in Osun... Read More

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November 26, 2014

Fresh out: Waje features Diamond Platinumz in ‘Coco Baby’ video (WATCH)

by Akan Ido Waje is out to enlarge her pile of uniquely themed videos with the release of her one day old single CocoBaby featuring Tanzanian superstar Diamond. Filmed in Cape Town, South Africa by Godfather Productions, the video features a vibrant, animated Waje with Diamond both gracing series of exotic scenes. Waje is... Read More

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November 26, 2014

THE 2015 TRACKLIST: Melaye vows to outsmart Smart Adeyemi for senate | For Amaechi, it’s all about the oil wells | Senate stands firm against Emergency rule | More stories

As you count down to the February General Elections, we show you what to read and what to skip today. Senate stands firm against Emergency rule. Leadership Melaye vows to outsmart Smart Adeyemi for senate. Leadership Ladoja has some advice for fellow politicians. Punch For Amaechi, it’s all about the oil wells. Leadership PDP panel... Read More

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November 25, 2014

SEE the Toolz/Tunde Demuren ‘proposal’ photos everyone’s talking about

by Isi Esene With so many men publicly proposing to their ladies lately, Beat FM OAP, Tolu ‘Toolz’ Oniru must have thought it’s her turn over the weekend as hubby, Tunde Demuren played a fast one on her. The bodacious Toolz sat alone enjoying the fun at the Etisalat iParty when Demuren drew close to... Read More

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November 25, 2014

Bomb blast update: 54 victims admitted, 20 discharged from Borno hospital

by Isi Esene Following the twin explosion which occured at a crowded market on Tuesday, the Borno State government has disclosed the number and condition of the casualties involved. According to Dr. Salisu Kwaya Bura, the Executive Secretary, Hospital Management Board, 54 victims were admitted at the State Specialist Hospital, 14 were critically injured,... Read More

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November 25, 2014

Orji Kalu is a political liability, ignore him – Gov. Orji

by Akan Ido Abia State Governor, Chief Theodore Orji, has told his predecessor, Orji Uzor Kalu to stop pointing accusing fingers to his direction over his (Kalu’s) political woes. Governor Orji who spoke through his Chief Press Secretary, Charles Ajunwa, denied allegation by Kalu that he had handpicked all the candidates for various elective... Read More

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November 25, 2014

Fresh out: Waje features Diamond Platinumz in new song, ‘Coco Baby’ [LISTEN]

by Akan Ido Waje makes an exciting foray into new waters with a fresh hot collaboration with Tanzanian superstar, Diamond. Produced by E.Kelly, Coco Baby is an eclectic blend of Afro pop and Bongo flava with an active mix of instrumentals that sound both traditional and synthesized. “Coco Baby is the jam for the holidays,... Read More

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November 25, 2014

Today’s Daily Brief: Jimi Agbaje’s sure PDP will rule Lagos for 16 years, Atiku says he’s not a desperado, PDP warns APC over attacks on GEJ, and more

A major crisis is brewing in the Yobe State chapter of the All Progressives Congress following the refusal of the party to receive the completed nomination forms from a governorship aspirant, Mustapha Maihaja. Maihaja, who was at the party’s national secretariat in Abuja on Tuesday, told reporters that he had gone to the state party... Read More

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THE 2015 TRACKLIST: Why APC ruled out Fashola as VP candidate | Ekiti Speaker calls Gov. Fayose a liar | Impeachment: Anti-Jonathan senators meet today | More stories

BREAKING: Residents flee as Damaturu comes under Boko Haram attack

Grand art exhibition, Against All Odds, set to hold in Lagos [DETAILS]

Gov. Orji approves 20 per cent reduction in ABSU tuition fees

2015: I’ll fight terrorism if elected president – Buhari

Gov. Fayose reduces EKSU tuition, blames Fayemi for wasteful spending

Military wants more media support to fight Boko Haram

That’s gotta hurt! Rapper, Busta Rhymes injures head after falling off-stage (PHOTOS)

Yay! Jude Okoye’s wife gives birth to baby girl in the US

Obafemi Fawibe: How many times have you given your life to Christ? (Y! Superblogger)

Made Men: Iyanya & manager, Ubi Franklin step out looking fresh in SA (PHOTO)

Meet Forbes Magazine’s 12 Youngest Most Powerful People of 2014

True confession: My name is Adaobi Okwy and I’m a recovering addict… (READ)

How Dakuku Peterside emerged Rivers APC consensus candidate

63 passengers escape death as Overland Aircraft ‘crash-lands’ in Ilorin (PHOTO)

What was she thinking? Cossy Orjiakor went out like this last night (LOOK)

Join others for the Microsoft Mobility Summit Exhibition in Lagos [DETAILS]

Review: Fela lives forever in the documentary, Finding Fela

Music review: TY Bello’s ‘The Morning Songbook’ is a welcome gift

The battle within: PDP grassroots group threatens to breakaway

Civil Defence personnel pray for ailing Commandant General

Fani-Kayode is clearly impressed by Gov. Orji’s achievements in Abia

Today’s Daily Brief: Senate calls OBJ a ‘liar’, Stella Oduah’s ex dumps PDP, Aregbesola says PDP’s religion is poverty, and more

Fresh out: Waje features Diamond Platinumz in ‘Coco Baby’ video (WATCH)

THE 2015 TRACKLIST: Melaye vows to outsmart Smart Adeyemi for senate | For Amaechi, it’s all about the oil wells | Senate stands firm against Emergency rule | More stories

SEE the Toolz/Tunde Demuren ‘proposal’ photos everyone’s talking about

Bomb blast update: 54 victims admitted, 20 discharged from Borno hospital

Orji Kalu is a political liability, ignore him – Gov. Orji

Fresh out: Waje features Diamond Platinumz in new song, ‘Coco Baby’ [LISTEN]

Today’s Daily Brief: Jimi Agbaje’s sure PDP will rule Lagos for 16 years, Atiku says he’s not a desperado, PDP warns APC over attacks on GEJ, and more

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