TG Omori wants you to know why he shot Naira Marley’s ‘Yahoo Boy’ video

TG Omori wants you to know why he shot Naira Marley’s ‘Yahoo Boy’ video

Thank God Omori Jesam, a 24-year-old videographer is behind the music video for the controversial ‘Am I A Yahoo Boy’ by street-hop star Naira Marley. The videographer better known as TG Omori has broken his silence on why he accepted to helm the video shoot despite the outcry over the song. Following the reported arrest... Read More

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June 25, 2016

AMCON publishes names of 100 ‘chronic debtors’ (Full List)

The Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) has announced that it has in its books, 217 chronic debtors – which include companies and individuals. AMCON has published on its website 100 of the 217 chronic debtors, as directed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). “Further to our various publications advising debtors to come and settle their obligations... Read More

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June 25, 2016

‘Vitiligo is seen as anger of the gods, as a curse’ | Leading Ladies Africa speaks to Ogo Maduewesi

Every year, on June 25, the world celebrates World Vitiligo Day. For Ogo Maduewesi, commemorating the day symbolizes a life-long journey in creating awareness for this skincare condition. In this interview, she shares how she discovered she had Vitiligo, why she is tireless in her quest in drumming up advocacy for the condition, and how... Read More

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David Cameron resigns as UK Prime Minister | YNaija.com

June 24, 2016

BREAKING: David Cameron resigns as UK Prime Minister

David Cameron has resigned as Prime Minister of United Kingdom after the nation voted to leave the European Union. Speaking on Friday morning, outside 10 Downing Street, Cameron announced that he would be stepping down as leader of the United Kingdom. Following the UK’s exit of the EU, Cameron who heavily campaigned against the eventual... Read More

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June 24, 2016

Fayose begins spiritual, legal battle over frozen bank account

Ayodele Fayose, governor of Ekiti state, on Thursday, said “failure awaits” the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and those orchestrating his investigation as well as freezing of his account with Zenith Bank. The governor maintained that Zenith Bank funded his election campaign in June 2014 in a statement issued on his behalf by Idowu... Read More

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Brexit wins the UK referendum to leave the EU | YNaija.com

June 24, 2016

BREAKING: Brexit wins, Pound crashes as UK votes to leave EU [DETAILS]

The United Kingdom has voted to leave the European Union after the country held its referendum – where 71 percent of the 46.5 million registered voters turned out to cast their ballots. Following the win recorded by the Leave campaign over the Remain group, the UK has become the first country to vote to leave... Read More

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Aisha Buhari gives Fayose ‘5 days’ to retract false allegation

Wife of the President, Aisha Buhari has given Ekiti state governor, Ayo Fayose, five days to retract his allegation that she allegedly transferred funds to a convicted former U.S. lawmaker, Williams Jefferson. Following the freezing of his account by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Fayose in an attempt to lash back at the Executive,... Read More

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Analysis: Silverbird and AMCON – What happens next?

Silverbird cinemas takes the credit for reviving Nigeria’s cinema culture and taking it to a new level. Because of this, they have a special place in the hearts of Nigerians. This morning, however, we woke up to the news that Silverbird assets belonging to its 3 companies – Silverbird Productions, Silverbird Showtime, and Silverbird Showtime... Read More

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What She Wore: Kate Middleton Recycles A Shimmering Pale Pink £3,000 Jenny Packham Gown

Yesterday, Kate Middleton and Prince William stepped out to attend a gala dinner in support of East Anglia’s Child…

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

‘No coup plot against Buhari, we’re loyal to him’ – Nigerian Army

The Nigerian Army has denied claims made by militant group – Joint Niger Delta Liberation Force (JNDLF) – alleging that some officers are plotting to overthrow the present democratic government of Muhammadu Buhari. In a statement released on Thursday by Colonel Sani Usman, the Army described the claims as “baseless and most unfortunate.” Colonel Usman... Read More

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June 22, 2016

Joachim McEbong: The shameless battle for religious supremacy by Osun CAN

Mike Agbahime will never forget seeing his wife, Bridget, being beaten to death by a mob in a Kano market for a perceived slight on Islam. While we wait on the authorities to deliver justice, is necessary to reflect once again on all the ways religion is used as a cover for the worst instincts... Read More

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June 21, 2016

‘Fayose is an unchained mad dog’ | Has Aisha Buhari’s Twitter account been hacked?

According to the Twitter account of the President’s wife, Aisha Buhari – Ekiti state governor, Ayo Fayose is a ‘mad dog’ for linking her to the bribery scandal involving U.S. Congressman, Williams Jefferson. Governor Ayodele Fayose had in statement issued on Monday alleged that the Aisha Buhari named in the scandal was President Buhari’s wife. “The... Read More

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June 20, 2016

‘I never ordered use of Hijab… I don’t deserve all these lies’ – Aregbesola

Osun state governor, Rauf Aregbesola has denied ordering the use of Hijab by female Muslim students in the state public schools. Following the court order giving permission to Muslim students to wear Hijab to school, the Osun state chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria reacted by directing Christian students to also wear church garments... Read More

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June 19, 2016

Just In: Buhari returns to Nigeria after 13 days in London

President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday, June 19, returned to Nigeria after spending 13 days in London, United Kingdom. The President travelled out of Nigeria on June 6 partly to see an E.N.T (Ear Nose Throat) specialist for a niggling ear problem and also to have his vacation. Although the presidency initially announced that Buhari would... Read More

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June 17, 2016

Hijab crisis: ‘No one is above the law, regardless of religion’ – Aregbesola

The Osun state government has said that only approved uniforms are allowed to be worn in Primary and Secondary schools in the state. The Osun State High Court, had on Friday, June 3, ruled that the wearing of hijab in schools was a fundamental right of the students. Following the ruling made by Justice Jide... Read More

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June 17, 2016

Civilian JTF kill 2 potential suicide bombers in Borno (VIEWER DISCRETION)

The Civilian Joint Task Force on Friday morning, averted a potential bomb attack in Maiduguri, Borno state. The two male suicide bombers found with IEDs, are believed to have attempted to detonate around the Kusari area near CBN Staff Quarters. Muslim faithfuls had just gathered for their early morning prayers at a nearby mosque when the two... Read More

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June 17, 2016

‘Political jobbers’ in dialogue with FG, not us – Niger Delta Avengers

Militant group, Niger Delta Avengers said on Friday, that anyone negotiating on its behalf with the Federal Government are unrecognised ‘political jobbers. The Niger Delta Avengers, in spite of the government’s call for dialogue, on Thursday, destroyed a Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation pipeline in Akwa Ibom state. The Federal Government had last week ordered Nigerian troops... Read More

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June 16, 2016

‘Aregbesola should be ready to expel all students in Osun state’ – CAN

Christian students in Osun state will continue to wear choir robes and other church garments to school as long as their Muslim counterparts are allowed to wear hijab (veils). Following a High Court Judgement granting Muslim students the permission to wear hijab to school, some students of the Baptist High School, Iwo, on Tuesday and... Read More

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Six banks given 14-day ultimatum to recall sacked workers

The Nigeria Labour Congress has issued a 14-day ultimatum to banks to recall all workers who have been sacked in the past few weeks. The banks are Fidelity Bank, Diamond Bank, First City Monument Bank, First Bank, Ecobank and Skye Bank. Labour on Wednesday, wrote a letter to the six banks, advising them to do... Read More

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EFCC invites Sheriff for questioning over PDP campaign funds

Former national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ali Modu Sheriff has been invited for questioning by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). TheCable quotes a source at the anti-graft agency to have said, “Yes it is true, the EFCC in Borno state has invited Ali Modu Sheriff.” According to the report, Sheriff... Read More

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FG to loan N90bn to states [DETAILS]

The Federal Government will provide a N90 billion loan facility to state governments so as to reduce their dependency on the monthly handout from the Federation Account. The states of the federation are expected to meet 22 stringent conditions after which the loan will be given to them over one year and will be repaid... Read More

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3bn found in Tompolo’s account, frozen by EFCC

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has frozen a bank account allegedly belonging to a wanted ex-militant, Government Ekemupolo, otherwise known as Tompolo. Tompolo, who is being investigated by the EFCC, has been on the run since February 2016. He was arraigned in absentia alongside a former Director-General of NIMASA, Patrick Akpobolokemi, and the latter’s... Read More

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Obanikoro’s homes raided by EFCC, vehicles and watches carted away

The Lagos homes of former Minister of State for Defence, Musiliu Obanikoro, were on Tuesday, raided by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. Obanikoro’s residences which were raided are his private residence at Park View Estate, Ikoyi and another house also in Ikoyi. During the course of the operation, the agents of the anti-graft agency took away... Read More

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I have no property, accounts outside Nigeria – Goodluck Jonathan

Former President Jonathan has denied owning neither property nor accounts beyond the shores of Nigeria. The former President’s denial is in response to a report by the UK Sun newspaper which inferred that he recently acquired a 12,000 square foot house in Surrey worth between £10-15 million. A former editor of the newspaper, Kelvin MacKenzie, had made the claim in his... Read More

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CAN appoints Oritsejafor’s successor

The successor of Ayo Oritsejafor as President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has been announced. Appointed as Oritsejafor’s replacement is the President of the Nigerian Baptist Convention (NBC), Reverend Supo Ayokunle. Ayokunle emerged the new president of CAN on Tuesday, June 14. The Reverend defeated Elder Joseph Otubu of the Motailatu Church Cherubim... Read More

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Top 5 OJB Jezreel songs of all time (WATCH)

About a decade ago, OJB Jezreel was the leading producer in the then fledgling Nigerian music industry. OJB, real names Babatunde Okungbowa, was the go-to man for many leading artistes of the time – who were interested in scoring a commercially successful song. Some of those who frequented his Silver Point recording studio in its hey days include;... Read More

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June 13, 2016

‘When did it become a crime to own jewelry, property in Nigeria?’ – Diezani

Former Minister of Petroleum, Diezani Alison-Madueke, has reacted to an Al Jazeera video report, which alleged that property worth $18 million and and jewelry worth $2m were seized from her by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. Diezani described the report as the ‘latest attempt’ to damage her reputation and to give her a bad... Read More

June 13, 2016

Over 400,000 people register on FG’s jobs portal in 36 hours

Over 400,000 unemployed persons have “successfully registered” on the N-Power jobs portal of the Federal Government – npower.gov.ng. Since being opened for submissions on Sunday, June 12, the website has had 403, 528 applicants while it has received over 35 million hits since Saturday midnight. A statement released on Monday by Laolu Akande, Senior Special... Read More

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June 11, 2016