Author: YNaija
“I have only you and God” – Buhari begs for campaign funds on Facebook
by James Sambo Presidential aspirant of the All Progressives Congress and former Former Head of State, Muhammadu Buhari, has began raising campaign funds on social network platform, Facebook. Buhari posted a message…
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“People in high places” – Why NFF can’t sack Stephen Keshi
by Mark Bassey According to the leadership of the Nigeria Football Federation, Stephen Keshi cannot be sacked due to the influence of "people in high places". After the Super…
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God sees the evil you do and cover up – OBJ responds to GEJ
by Kolapo Olapoju The war of words between former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, and President Goodluck Jonathan may not abate anytime soon. Last weekend, the former stated that the latter's performance was so…
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Nigerian drug smuggler gets death sentence in Malaysia
by Chidi Okoye A Nigerian has been handed a death sentence for attempting to smuggle drugs into Malaysia. The man, 35-year-old Abuchi Ngwoke was sentenced to death on Tuesday, 25 November, by…
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“Incompetence, corruption, unprecedented impunity” – NASS lists 50 impeachable offences of GEJ
by Laila Ibrahim "Incompetence, corruption and unprecedented impunity": This are a few of the 50 offences reportedly listed by the National assembly as reasons to impeach President Goodluck Jonathan from…
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Final year undergraduate arrested during cult initiation
by Azubuike Azikiwe During a cult initiation ceremony near the back gate of Rivers State University of Science and Technology, a final year student of the institution was arrested by…
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A British MP recently lost her job after a tweet. Here’s something we can learn from that
by Adedayo Ademuwagun A British MP named Emily Thornberry was made to resign recently after she tweeted a photo of a citizen's home that had England flags hanging down…
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Politicians who use posters to cover road signs are wicked – FRSC
by Kolapo Olapoju The Federal Road Safety Commission has implored politicians and their supporters to refrain from covering road signs with posters, saying the action was dangerous to safety of road users.…
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PDP will rule Lagos for 16 years – Jimi Agbaje
by Kolapo Olapoju Jimi Agbaje, a governorship aspirant on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has declared that his party would rule Lagos State for 16 uninterrupted years.…
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Man beheads 90-year-old father in Ebonyi
by Azubuike Azikiwe A middle-aged man, identified as John has been arrested for allegedly beheading his 90-year-old father. The incident occurred in Ettam Okpitumo community in Ikwo Local Government Area…
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Finally! 2face Idibia and Asa hint on a collaboration
by Kolapo Olapoju Without a doubt, 2face Idibia and Asa are Nigeria's brightest musical export in modern times. Therefore, it's only apt that any talk of collaboration between the pair…
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After 18 years of marriage, 44-year-old woman gives birth to quadruplets
by Iyobosa Omoregie After getting married in 1996, 44-year-old Clara Dominique, who had gone without an issue for 18 years, was delivered of quadruplets on Saturday, 22 November in Benin,…
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There is no Jewish symbol on the new Naira note – Presidency
by Kolapo Olapoju Presidential Spokesman, Reuben Abati has responded to a statement by the Muslim Right Concern (MURIC), which demanded an explanation for the Jewish sign on the new hundred naira…
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Pay me back my money – Billionaire, Orji Kalu wants @PDPNigeria to refund N5.5m Senatorial form fee
by Azubuike Azikiwe Former governor of Abia State, Orji Uzor Kalu, has asked the ruling party to return the N5.5m he paid for the nomination and expression of interest forms, in…
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We must work together to defeat #BokoHaram – GEJ urges neighbouring nations
by Laila Ibrahim President Goodluck Jonathan, has expressed the need for Nigeria and her neighbours to step up collaborative actions and intensify cooperation to win the war against terrorism and insurgency.…
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Jewel of Inestimable Value” – GEJ praises HID Awolowo as she celebrates 99th birthday
by Laila Ibrahim President Goodluck Jonathan has sent a congratulatory message to Chief (Mrs.) Hannah Dideolu Awolowo as she marks her 99th birthday today, Tuesday, 25 November. The message was communicated…
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He has tried for you, please vote for him – Patience Jonathan urges women to vote for GEJ
by Azubuike Azikiwe First Lady of Nigeria, Patience Jonathan, has implored Nigerian women to vote to re-elect her husband, President Goodluck Jonathan in the 2015 Presidential election. Mrs. Jonathan stated that…
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Sad: Psquare’s father is dead
by Damilola Jagun The father of Nigerian pop singers, Psquare, is dead. The late Pa Okoye died on Monday, 24 November. It is believed that he fell when he was about going…
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“Our President is not in charge” – PDP Senators move to impeach Jonathan
by James Sambo Senators belonging to the Peoples Democratic Party have reportedly begun to make moves to impeach President Goodluck Jonathan. The high spate of impunity recorded in recent time…
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The pain of failing to qualify for the Nations Cup – A budding Journalist’s take
by Ufuoma Ebgamuno How did I manage to sleep that night? Did I even sleep? Tossing on the bed wondering where and why it all went wrong; like over…
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Malta Guinness set to find Naija’s true passion between Fashion vs Football with launch of GAMEON campaign
by Jewel Stephen As the controversy continues between fans and enthusiasts of football and fashion, Malta Guinness, the premium malt drink steps in to curate the discussion over which passions…
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Highlites with IK launches on Africa Magic
by Jewel Stephen The world of African television is set for an exciting development as popular radio personality and Big Brother Africa host, IK Osakioduwa launches his new show…
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Boko Haram insurgents attack market in Borno
by James Sambo Boko Haram insurgents disguised as traders, have attacked Damasak town, a farming and fishing community in Borno State. The terrorists hit the community around 11am on Monday,…
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Suspected Nanya bombing mastermind, Aminu Ogwuche freed
by Panshak Ibrahim Aminu Ogwuche, the suspected mastermind behind the Nyanya bomb attack, has been freed by a federal court in Abuja on Monday, 24 November. The court, which…
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“My weekend was disastrous” – How Denrele Edun got robbed at gunpoint
by Damilola Jagun Television personality, Denrele Edun says he was robbed at gunpoint by 7 armed robbers over the weekend, while returning from a wedding reception. The Channel O presenter…
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Taraba House of Assembly elects new Speaker, as Kente resigns
by Panshak Ibrahim The Taraba House of Assembly has elected a new Speaker, following the resignation of Rt. Honourable Josiah Sabo Kente. In a letter addressed to the Clerk…
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@TundeFashola and Frannie Leautier named as keynote speakers for ‘The Future Awards Africa 2014
by Jewel Stephen Africa’s biggest youth event, The Future Awards Africa (TFAA) has announced the Keynote Speakers for its 2014 edition: they are the governor of Africa’s largest city, Babatunde…
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FirstBank: Putting you first, even in money transfers
by Jewel Stephen As one of Nigeria’s foremost financial institutions, First Bank of Nigeria is known for putting its customers first with innovative products and services that suit their everyday…
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If you rig us out, we would rig ourselves in – @ChibuikeAmaechi lays down the ground rules
by Azubuike Azikiwe Governor Rotimi Amaechi of Rivers State, who belongs to the All Progressives Congress, has vowed that the opposition party would form a parallel government, if the ruling…
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@PDPNigeria using automatic re-election tickets to sway lawmakers over impeachment rumours
by James Sambo As moves are being made by lawmakers of the opposition party to impeach President Goodluck Jonathan, the Peoples Democratic Party has reportedly started giving re-election tickets to…
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