Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here’s a roundup of the best we saw today: 1. Goat meat is so overrated for an animal that does... Read More
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has revealed that discussions are being held as to how to end the 2019-20 domestic league season due to the covid-19 pandemic. The Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL), the body responsible for the management of the league, suspended football activities since March due to the coronavirus pandemic. Boss Mustapha, chairman... Read More
Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: 1. An average black American thinks all africans live in huts,... Read More
Nollywood has been at the epicentre of the African entertainment industry, creating stars and producing content that’s resonated with fans across the continent. This year, Netflix joins hands with some of Nigeria’s most talented creatives to bring their unique stories to the world. With this newfound access to the global stage, the powerful stories crafted... Read More
Sugar Rush is coming soon to Netflix and joins the increase number of Nollywood titles that has arrived the streamer over a couple of months. Sugar Rush was released in December 2019 and did a decent cinema run before the coronavirus, and remember the uproar when the movie was removed by the NFVCB for violating... Read More
Following the rape allegations against D’banj and his spiral into endless social media criticisms, the singer has fallen broke his silence. On his Instagram today, a video which has been circulated by blogs, D’banj shows himself lightly dancing with a caption, ”Innocent Until Proven Guilty.” Of course, the post has only angered Nigerians there, especially... Read More
According to the World Economic Forum, women are seen as the future of Africa, being one of the largest contributors to economic growth and having the highest entrepreneurship rates in Sub-Saharan Africa. Interestingly their contributions are not fully maximized as there are vast potentials not harnessed due to barriers such as finance, manpower, skillset, technology... Read More
Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: 1. the real problem with tinder is that humans are reduced... Read More
Wema Bank, Nigeria’s leading innovative bank, is urging customers to continue to bank safely by using ALAT and its USSD platform, *945#. Following increasing reports of positive COVID-19 cases, the bank has encouraged its customers to take advantage of alternative banking channels (ALAT and *945#) to carry out bank transactions rather than risk going out... Read More
Two decades ago, as the world rolled into the new millennium, the global committee of countries, through the United Nations came up with eight international development goals. This marked one of the highlight decisions the world had ever taken. For everyone around the world, the Millennium Development Goals signified a huge mission that was going... Read More
The biggest lesson I have picked up since I began to work with -what is admittedly one of the biggest and resourceful intervention platforms in Nigeria- BeatingCorona.ng, is the infectious nature of kindness. I have come to realize that one act of kindness, no matter how small or minimally impactful it might be, has the... Read More
The National Association of Resident Doctors has announced the suspension of the nationwide strike with effect from today. The strike commenced on last week Monday after the expiration of a 14-day ultimatum. Resident Doctors took the decision to go on strike after a series of meetings between the doctors and the Federal Government ended in... Read More
Ex Big Brother Naija Housemate, and one of Nigeria’s most-notable influencers and trendsetters, Anita ’Tacha’ Anide, opened up to Chude Jideonwo, founder of Joy, Inc., about her experience with fame and grief as well as her journey towards gaining self-confidence on the latest episode of #WithChude. Speaking on the personal attribute that solidified her position... Read More
Each week here at YNaija, we round up the best Nigerian writing on the internet, highlighting the stories, profiles, interviews and in-depth reporting that rise above the daily churn. Here are the ones that caught our attention: Digital Nomads: From Vietnam to Accra and Ireland, this roving salesman has seen the world – Olumuyiwa Olowogboyega Zane... Read More
Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their funny rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: Featuring Burna boy on your song, is at owners risk... Read More
The Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19 has announced that it will allow clinicians to add dexamethasone, the life saving drug recently discovered by a team of researchers from the United Kingdom, to their treatment regimen for trial. The Minister of Health, Dr. Osagie Ehanire who made the announcement during the daily briefing of the... Read More
Many Lagosians are lamenting the incessant rainfall that has flooded major parts of Lagos, making it difficult for them to commute to their workplace and back. With the pre-existing traffic condition and poor drainage system that has plagued Lagos, the floods have made things worse, reigniting the feud between Island and Mainland residents.
Vasiti.com – Nigeria’s Largest Student Brand is hosting industry experts and professionals at the Vasiti Webinar and Masterclasses which would run through from June 19th 2020 to July 2020. These events have been designed to prepare students for life before and after graduation, enhance their skills (hard and soft) and make them more employable. What... Read More
The African Initiative for Governance (AIG), a non-governmental organization founded by Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, collaborated with the Blavatnik School of Government, Oxford University to host a webinar addressing the impact of COVID-19 and crashing oil prices on Nigeria’s economy. COVID-19 has brought about many changes to the fabric of every society, restricting business activities and causing... Read More
Big Brother Naija star Diane Russet is about to make her Nollywood debut in a movie titled Storm. The reality made this known recently via Instagram with an inscrutable teaser – featuring herself all dressed up and doing her make up. There’s a fleeting shot of Daniel Etim-Effiong, who also stars in the movie, alongside... Read More
Jude Feranmi will on July 4 release his forthcoming book “Lead The People.” This was made known in a press statement to newsmen by his spokesperson, Victor Terhemba. According to a published statement from the author, who was also the National Youth Leader of KOWA Party, he noted that the book is meant to inspire... Read More
The scam of Nigerian barbers, Using Twitter’s voice notes | Funny tweets we saw from Nigerians today
Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: 1. We all need to respect cigarette smokers, because it’s not... Read More
Kasanova is coming soon to Netflix, and joins the streamer’s massively expanding catalogue of Nollywood titles. Directed by Oluseyi Asurf Amuwa, Kasanova is a romantic comedy starring Ireti Doyle and Wale Ojo as lovers, and got released September 2019. Kasanova also stars Ayo Makun, Helen Paul, Toyin Abraham and Odunlade Adekola. NCDC confirms 490 new... Read More
Following the backlash that has trailed problematic artiste Naira Marley over his concert in Abuja, the Chief Executicve Officer of Executive Jet Services Limited, Dr Sam Iwuajoku apologized to the Minister of Aviation, Senator Hadi Sirika for the company’s involvement in the Naira Marley breach of the federal government lockdown order. According to the private... Read More
Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today. 1. When she leaves her loyal boyfriend for you so you... Read More
BET has announced nominations for the 2020 Awards ceremony, which will also mark its 20th anniversary. The awards celebrate the brightest stars across music, television, film, sports, and philanthropy.The nominees announced in the Best International Act Award category are: Burna Boy, Innoss’B, Sho Madjozi, Dave, Stormzy, Ninho, and S.Pri Noir. In the category for Viewer’s... Read More
Women have always experienced rape and sexual cases but during this time of coronavirus, where people are largely at home, the number of cases have skyrocketed. The police revealed that between January and May, about 717 rape incidents were reported across the country. It was also revealed that during the period, the police arrested about... Read More
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