Author: Oluwapelumi

Rejoinder to Kathleen Ndongmo’s ‘A doctor a day’: A con(solidated) mess

by Joachim MacEbong The dispute between Lagos state doctors and the state government took a dramatic turn on Monday, as over 700 doctors were relieved of duty, and the move to put their…

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Chioma Chuka: Why do women ‘beef’ other women? (30 Days, 30 Voices)

Chioma Chuka If there’s something you find you’re beefing another lady for, 80% of the time it’s because you don’t have it. So get it and move on, or realize…

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#30Days30Voices: Chika Uwazie clarifies: The beauty debate at work

; Chika Uwazie Following her article titled: Chika Uwazie: A woman’s ultimate weapon is her beauty (30 Days, 30 Voices) published here on YNaija 2 days ago, Uwazie is back…

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Boko Haram: the fear trickles in to Lagos?

by Lekan Olanrewaju Movie watchers, shoppers and general fun seekers may have had a bit of a surprise yesterday when an anti-bomb squad showed up at the Silverbird Galleria in Victoria Island, Lagos.…

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The weight of the crown is heavy? “Everything was on my head,” President Jonathan wails

by Lekan Olanrewaju It seems that the president is struggling under the enormous pressure of leading Africa's most populous nation, as he complained about the weighty duties he was elected to…

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Too little too late? Lagos state backpedals on sacked doctors

by Lekan Olanrewaju In the wake of the dismissal of over 700 doctors working for Lagos State for participating in an ongoing strike action, the State government has taken a few steps…

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#InCaseYouMissedIt: You lack integrity – Chief Justice admonishes Nigerian judges

by Lekan Olanrewaju The Chief Justice on Nigeria has a message for judges and public officers in the country. On Monday while speaking at a workshop for judicial officers on judicial…

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Guests interact at Bobo Omotayo’s book reading- See photos

  Bobo Omotayo   What: Bobo Omotayo Book Reading Where: Patabah Book Store When: 05 May 2012. Photos by Hycinth Iyereosa.   Chidi Eke     Eniola Bright & Obehi…

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Big Brother alumni, Uti Nwachukwu and others at the Big Brother Star Game opening show – See Photos

What: Big Brother opening show. Where: GET Arena Lekki, Lagos. When: 06 May 2012.   Yaw        

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#HotOffThePress: Aliko Dangote covers the May issue of Forbes Africa

by Chi Ibe On the cover of the May 2012 issue of Forbes Africa is Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote. Dangote is the third Nigerian to feature on the cover…

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PHOTO: Sound of Music-The “Family Von Trapp” then and 45 years later

Gretl, Brigitta, Kurt, Louisa, Friedrich, Liesl, Maria and Captain Georg von Trapp. ...and they said Gretl was dead- that she fell of the hill at the end of the movie.

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The YNaija Job Hub: “Total E & P Nigeria Limited (TEPNG) recruiting in 13 positions” plus 13 more

Get a Job in Nigeria:Here, every other day, you’ll find the latest jobs in Nigeria. Please Note: To apply for any of the jobs below, click on the job of…

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From the Magazine: How to book an air ticket (in Nigeria)

 By Lekan Olanrewaju The process of travel from Nigerian airports can be an exercise in testing your patience. After close trips circling Lagos, Delta and Accra, Lekan Olanrewaju just had…

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Photo of the Day: This way to the office of the Chief Comedian of Imo State…

Owelle Rochas Okorocha, the Executive Governor of Imo State is a visionary. That is all.

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Justice is served: Court orders police, FG to pay N152 million to man over shooting of wife

by Lekan Olanrewaju In what may come as a surprise to many, the Nigerian Police Force has been ordered to pay damages to a man for the shooting of his…

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Iyinoluwa Aboyeji: The trouble with advice (YNaija FrontPage)

This is Jay, every day, no compromise No compass comes with this life, just eyes, So to map it out you must look inside, Sure books could guide you but…

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“The 92 Rolex watches remain unaccounted for” – Arunma Oteh hits back at NSE

by Lekan Olanrewaju Director General of the Security and Exchange Commission (SEC), Arunma Oteh on Monday spoke at the resumed hearing of the House of Representatives capital market probe. Oteh, who was…

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Uche Peter Umez: (Wo)men, what has marriage to do with love? (30 Days, 30 Voices)

I gaze into my glass, thinking of all those girls who view marriage as the consummation of love, who believe that having a husband who already has a lavish house…

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#InCaseYouMissedIt: Gbenga Daniel trial begins; EFCC calls first witness

by Lekan Olanrewaju The trial of former Ogun State Governor Gbenga Daniel began yesterday in the Ogun State High Court before Justice Olanrewaju Mabakoje. The governor was taken to court…

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Lagos health crisis: Fashola sacks striking doctors

by Lekan Olanrewaju Governor Fashola is clearly not one to bluff. Just a few days after expressing his displeasure at the current strike action being undertaken by doctors in Lagos state,…

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Another underwear suicide bombing averted by the US

by Chi Ibe The US government recently released information that a more sophisticated version of the device used by Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab in the Christmas Day bombing was recovered before…

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Speak up, please: Oshiomole offers N10 million reward for information on killers of Principal Secretary

by Lekan Olanrewaju Edo State Governor Adams Oshiomole is leaving no stone unturned in his quest for justice. The governor had previously given police a 14-day ultimatum to find the…

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From the Magazine: Friends with benefits (Film review)

by Oluchi Madu Title: Friends with Benefits Director: Will Gluck Category: Movie The above refers to the thrill of no commitments, no questions asked, no heartbreak, just the pure joy…

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Technology 101: How to maintain a positive online brand reputation

by Oluwatobi Soyombo ...these are the days of internet wars. I have seen several individuals who deliberately launch a negative campaign against a particular brand for what so ever reason. One…

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From the Magazine: Efemena Tommy Adabamu is presenter and producer with Excite on TV

Most people see all the glamour but not the hard work behind everything. For people in my field, I admire Ryan Seacrest and Piers Morgan. How did you get on…

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#MBGN2012 Controversy: Judge spills – contestant steals…crown?

Isabella Ayuk Oh, dear. The monsters of pageant rigging are rearing their ugly heads as controversy heightens to a fever pitch about the choice of Isabella Ayuk, Miss Cross River, for…

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Pictures: Insider view from the Big Brother opening night

  Photography by Akin Oyedele Did you miss Big Brother opening last night? Get a view from the inside!      

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From the Magazine: Interview with Ayodele Olofintuade, author of ‘Eno’s story’

Ayodele Olofintuade made her writing debut with Eno's Story. And with just that one children's book, the graduate in Mass Communication has made it to the shortlist for the 2011 Nigerian Prize…

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President Jonathan’s gaffe? There’s an app for that

We all agree that Nigeria’s Information Minister—Labaran Maku—does make a lot of noise. The man has an honorary degree in provocation. New GEJ app launched A new phone application—The Gaffe-boss—has…

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‘One nation, same destiny’ – Hollande pledges unity after victory

by Chi Ibe The new President of France, President Francois Hollande has given a ‘Martin Luther King type speech to his fellow countrymen following his victory at the polls. He said…

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