Aww, how ADORABLE: Vincent Enyeama’s daughter gives daddy a present (LOOK)

Nigerian passenger causes panic over Ebola in Turkey

by Isi Esene Earlier today, a Nigerian woman was placed under quarantine after having a fever while on a plane to Turkey from Nigeria. The woman who was said to be pregnant and travelling with a child caused a bit of a panic in the plane as passengers feared she might be suffering from the... Read More

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For International Youth Day! Tanzania’s Meck Khalfan and Nigeria’s Seyi Shay shine on cover of Y! Africa (LOOK)

by Isi Esene Tanzanian Innovator, Meck Khalfan and Nigerian singer, Seyi Shay are the cover stars on the latest issue of Africa’s leading youth-focused magazine, Y! Africa. It is released to commemorate August 12 2014 – the International Day of the Youth.Khalfan, named the Africa Business Leader of the Year 2013 by the Corporate Council of Africa... Read More

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Just In: Spanish priest dies of Ebola

by Isi Esene The Spanish priest who was airlifted to Madrid on Friday after contracting the Ebola virus in Liberia. Miguel Pajares, 75-year-old Catholic Missionary died earlier today after being treated with the untested and largely experimental drug, Zmapp. Pajares was airlifted to Spain with a nun who tested negative to the deadly virus. Over... Read More

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Don’t forget to join the conversation between @AdewaleTinubu and @ToluOgunlesi at 12pm today #askJAT

by Isi Esene Thursday, 31st July 2014 marked the close of the successful completion ofOando Energy Resources’ (OER) acquisition of the Nigerian Upstream Oil and Gas Business of ConocoPhillips. The transaction is one of the largest deals in sub-Saharan Africa so farthis year and is reflective of the dramatic growth of the homegrownNigerian oil and... Read More

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Review: Here is the problem with the ‘Half of a Yellow Sun’ film

by Wilfred Okiche The film event of the year in these parts isn’t going to be Marvel’s latest money grabber, Guardians of the Galaxy. It isn’t Angelina Jolie making a triumphantly evil return to the big screen in the sleeping beauty retool, Maleficent, and no matter how hard the campaign from Lionsgate films will... Read More

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Ebola: Jonathan says you should stop attending burials

by Azubuike Azikiwe President Goodluck Jonathan has warned Nigerians to be mindful of attending burial ceremonies. He gave this warning in Abuja during a conference organised by the Interfaith Initiative For Peace in Abuja while responding to some children who had during their presentation asked the government and religious leaders to help them end insurgency and the... Read More

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Atiku Abubakar: Nigeria is losing the battle against poverty

Atiku Abubakar We have skilled people and nowhere to employ them! This is a travesty… In honour of the United Nations International Day for the Eradication of Poverty last year, I asked the people of Nigeria to support our young people and the future that lies ahead. In our young men and women lies... Read More

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Timi Dakolo drops 70s inspired video for ‘Iyawo Mi’ (WATCH)

by Isi Esene Nigeria’s King of Soul, Timi Dakolo teams up with awarding winning director Clarence Peters to deliver the official video for his hit song, Iyawo Mi off his upcoming Album Love and Consequences. The 1970s inspired video was shot in Ogun State, Nigeria with a vintage Mercedes car, time appropriate costumes, make-up and... Read More

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Sheer delight! Seyi Shay, Dolapo Oni & Adeola Ariyo cover Genevieve new issue (LOOK)

by Isi Esene Genevieve Magazine is out with a smashing cover for its August 2014 edition featuring four beautiful, but talented ladies. Gracing the cover is the talented musician and PinkBall ambassador, Seyi Shay; Adeola Ariyo, first African brand ambassador for Elizabeth Arden and Dolapo Oni, former 53 Extra presenter, actress and co-host on... Read More

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“I have not been submissive enough to men” – TV host, Vixen Ekwere speaks on #TheYNaijaInterview

by Wilfred Okiche Television presenter and entertainment journalist Yvonne ‘Vixen’ Ekwere is one of the pioneering faces of the modern red carpet scene. She has been off the grid for some time now working behind the scenes as a producer and attending to other business needs. We sat with her and she revealed quite... Read More

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Photo of the Day: This is why you should NOT ignore your secondary school English teacher

by Isi Esene Just when you thought you were finally free from secondary high school English Language tutor you’re faced with more reasons to appreciate him (or her, if you’re lucky) and those seemingly boring textbooks. Or how can you explain this vulgar sign advertizing a street vulcanizer; is it an honest mistake, crass... Read More

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“False, unfair & uncharitable” | Is GEJ congratulating Aregbesola or ‘subbing’ him?

by Isi Esene President Goodluck Jonathan has reacted to the victory of Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola in the elections which tool place yesterday in the South west state of Osun. But he said so much more. So much more. First, Jonathan congratulated Aregbesola on his victory and also took time to commend the Independent National Electoral... Read More

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BUSTED: ‘Kill & Bury’, 5 others paraded by the SSS for murder in Ebonyi

by Isi Esene Six suspects, Ebere Ukpai Nnachi (aka Kill and Bury), Odichimma Osuji, Chukwudi Nwamara, Amos Obasi, Peter Nwanna and Adamu Suleiman were paraded by State Security Service (SSS) operatives in Ebonyi during the weekend over the kidnap and brutal murder of Ihebunandu Okorie. Okorie was until his death the former Coordinator of Okposi Development... Read More

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“I cannot sign the result” | PDP has rejected the Osun figures

by Isi Esene “I cannot sign. We cannot accept the outcome of the election.” That was the statement made by Bola Ajao, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) agent in the Osun gubernatorial elections when he was called upon to sign the results sheet at the INEC office this morning after the incumbent governor, Ogbeni Rauf... Read More

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Like a boss: Davido rocks Abidjan sold out concert… on a chair (WATCH)

by Isi Esene Davido made history yesterday singing mega hits at a sold out show in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire. The Ema dami duro star dropped popular hits like All of You, Aye, Tchelete (the good life), his duet with South Africa’s Mafikizolo and more. Starting on a chair, Davido rose up to thrill the fans... Read More

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“Our business environment is unfriendly to women” | Leading Ladies Africa speaks to Benedicta Elechi, CEO Ditachi Foods

by Francesca Uriri Having a sweet tooth is not always a bad thing; it can provide the inspiration to set up a thriving, multi-million naira business. In this interview, Benedicta Elechi, CEO Ditachi Foods, opens up on her journey of running a processed food company and catering business. She is the Leading Lady Africa for... Read More

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No time for time: Guinea has closed its borders with Liberia & Sierra Leone over Ebola

by Isi Esene Mindful of the havoc a highly contagious virus like Ebola can cause within its borders, the West African country of Guinea has shut its borders against Liberia and Sierra – two countries with reported cases of sick victims. Guinean government officials disclosed this today saying this decision will enable it better control... Read More

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#OsunDecides: PDP is ahead of the APC, says Fani-Kayode

by Isi Esene If you think the incumbent governor of Osun State, Rauf Aregbesola is coasting to victory in today’s gubernatorial election (based on results out of polling nits across the state), well count out the former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode. The politician is telling whoever cares to listen that the Peoples Democratic... Read More

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Hey ladies, we present to you Mr. Oreo… it’s Iyanya (LOOK)

by Isi Esene He’s sexy and he knows it! After enjoying a taste of North America getting admired (and sometimes mobbed) by female fans, Iyanya thinks the only way to show love is to drop a fabulous Instagram picture (followed with an uber-sexy photogrid). The ‘Kukere-master’ heated things up dropping behind-the-scenes pictures off his upcoming... Read More

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Don Jazzy takes a cue from The Matrix (LOOK)

by Isi Esene It’s like the 1999 blockbuster ‘The Matrix’ movie with Don Jazzy playing Neo (Keanu Reeves) who was offered a choice between the red and blue pill. The prolific record label boss posted the photo on his Instagram page mulling the choice between bringing back a loved one from the dead or becoming an... Read More

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