Introducing, The Otedolas: Forte boss throws graduation party for daughter, DJ Cuppy LOOK)

by Kolapo Olapoju First a luscious magazine cover, then those photos of graduation and now an extravagant, 18th century themed partiy in London? Well, what do you expect from the daughter of a billionaire? The billionaire, Femi Otedola recently threw a lavish costume party for his daughter, DJ Cuppy, and the photos – as shared... Read More

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July 28, 2014

“Be careful” | Read what Don Jazzy, Ruggedman are saying about Ebola

by S’ola Filani Don Jazzy and rapper Ruggedman, have started using their social network pages to educate their followers on the Ebola Virus. The multi award-winning record producer and Chief Executive Officer of Mavin Records, Don Jazzy particularly urged his fans to avoid places where there have been recent outbreaks of the disease. “I have... Read More

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July 28, 2014

The people’s governor! Gov. Okorocha goes biking in Imo, with tight security (LOOK)

by Kolapo Olapoju Yes Governor, we try to exercise regularly, but without the security you’ve got! Following the security situation in the country, Imo state Governor, Rochas Okorocha is apparently taking no chances. The governor posted on Twitter a picture of himself riding a bike as a convoy of two cars closely followed him as... Read More

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July 28, 2014

Don’t be thin, that’s silly: See Funmi Iyanda’s top 10 tips for your life

by Kolapo Olapoju Ace broadcaster, Funmi Iyanda has seen it all and she’s in the best position to dish advise to young ones. The beautiful talk-show host went on Twitter, yesterday, 27 July to share some important life tips and counsel to the youths. See the top ten tweets from Funmi’s #advicefortheyoung Marry a... Read More

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July 28, 2014

Atiku calls for yet another investigation, this time over El-Zakzaky

by Mayowa Aboah In reaction to the killings of the three children of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN) Leader, Sheikh Ibraheem El-Zakzaky, and 35 of his followers, former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has called for thorough investigation by military authorities. El-Zakzaky’s biological children and followers were killed during a protest by the Islamic Movement... Read More

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July 28, 2014

20 million songs! SOLO Mobile launched new range of phones (READ, LOOK)

by Kolapo Olapoju On Wednesday, 23 July, exclusive members of the press were invited to Zen Chinese restaurant, Ikeja GRA, Lagos, to witness the unveiling of three exciting new phones in the Nigerian market by device manufacturer and digital content provider, SOLO mobile. The new devices which come with an array of features are; S400,... Read More

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July 28, 2014

“An entrepreneur should be patient and consistent“ | Leading Ladies Africa speaks to Exquisite Magazine’s Tewa Onasanya

by Fransesca Uriri Tewa Onasanya, publisher of Exquisite Magazine speaks about publishing, the passion to succeed, overcoming challenges and being committed to one’s vision. She is the Leading Lady Africa for the week. Be inspired! You’ve successfully run a magazine for 10 years. How have you been able to achieve this? This has been achieved... Read More

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July 28, 2014

“If he goes, he goes”… Nasarawa PDP gives lawmakers backing to boot out governor

by Mayowa Aboah The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Nasarawa State has given the State House of Assembly (NSHA) its backing to go on with the impeachment proceedings against Governor Umaru Tanko Al-Makura. A statement by the PDP caucus and elders after a meeting said; “The degree of external influence to scuttle this laudable... Read More

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July 28, 2014

Faced with a real Ebola threat, Nigeria and Liberia step up their game

by Kolapo Olapoju Nigeria and Liberia have taken precautionary steps to prevent the spread of Ebola to inhabitants of the countries. Arik Air has indefinitely suspended operations into Monrovia (Liberia) and Freetown (Sierra Leone) effective today, July 28, 2014; as a result of the first Ebola virus death officially confirmed in Lagos, involving Patrick... Read More

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July 28, 2014

Policemen raid Lagos street, torture man to death

by S’ola Filani Some Policemen attached to the Elere Division, Agege, Lagos have been accused of raiding a street in Lagos – Ajayi Ibe Street, arresting three men – and torturing one of them to death. According to reports, the victim, Kazeem Oyolola, 29, had been a resident on the street for about one-and-a-half years.... Read More

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July 28, 2014

Femi Aribisala tells you why not everything in the Bible is true

by Femi Aribisala Do not be deceived. The fact that a book is in the bible does not mean everything in it is true. The fact that a book is in the bible does not mean everything in it is true. In the debate about sacrifices, Christians put great reliance on the book of Hebrews.... Read More

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July 28, 2014

Opinion: I met Lai Mohammed last week, here’s what he told me

by Showunmi Rex In truth, meeting him dispelled so many prejudices I had about the path the Nigerian opposition treads. In all it was a short but robust conversation and I hope to write an article on the fundamental issues of statecraft that he enlightened me on during the discussion when the time is ripe. “The... Read More

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July 28, 2014

Review: Desmond Elliot’s ‘Knocking on heaven’s door’ is a hot, hot MESS

by Wilfreed Okichie The prolific actor turned director Desmond Elliot returns with another effort from the stable of Royal Arts Academy, in collaboration with Achievas entertainment. This time, he beams his search light on domestic abuse, the music business and hypocrisy in the house of God. Debbie (Adesuwa Etomi) and Moses (Blossom Chukwujekwu)... Read More

July 28, 2014

Arome Ameh: The Ifeoluwa story – Episode 4 (Y! Fiction)

by Aromeh Ameh I prepared his breakfast and brought it to him in bed, I woke him up gently and whispered how sorry I was in his ear, yes I was the submissive wife, you see after years of abuse, Lawani had taught me how switch between characters with the greatest of ease. EPISODE 3... Read More

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July 28, 2014

Style na style! See how Nigerian celebs rocked the ‘aso-ebi’ at Dr. Sid’s wedding (PHOTOS)

by S’ola Filani When Darey sang ‘style na style’, he was thinking about yesterday! Mavin artiste, Dr Sid and Simi Osomo had their traditional wedding at The Arc Event Center In Lekki on Sunday, 27 July. The star studded event had in attendance the likes of Tiwa Savage, Toke Makinwa, Don Jazzy, Seyi Shay, Stephanie... Read More

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July 28, 2014

Review: Forget the critics, this is why the ‘Dorobucci’ video rocks

by Sola Fasasi It was an expectant audience that received the release of the Dorobucci video, the anthemic, witty new single by Don Jazzy and his team of superstars. It was going to be the first television appearance of the newly reconstituted Mavins and at the same time the visual debut of new recruits Reekado... Read More

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July 28, 2014

#QuoteOfTheWeek: “Money has not separated us, so women can not”

by S’ola Filani Popular music duo Bracket that none of that can break them apart. One of the two, Vast told the Nation newspaper, “Money has not separated us; so, women won’t do that to us. We had a little issue about money in the past and we settled it. So, when it comes to... Read More

July 28, 2014

History Class: This is the square-root of Ebola

by Emmanuel Chidiogo Tagged to be the world’s deadliest disease of our time, the Ebola virus has been around for a couple of decades. In Nigeria, reports were heard of the existence of this disease in other countries and its fatality rate, never would one have thought (probably, some imagined) that the ugly Ebola... Read More

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July 27, 2014

Home teams rock as NPL returns to our pitches | See other results

by Emmanuel Chidiogo Nigeria’s Premier League resume today, and all the home teams won their matches, including in the most anticipated game of the weekend, which ended in favour of Dolphins FC, who ended Kano Pillars 10-game unbeaten run with a 1-0 victory.The Globacom Nigeria Premier League champions could not find a reply to Emem... Read More

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July 27, 2014

No go: How Paul Sawyer’s Ebola death is making air travel in Nigeria & Togo hell

by Kolapo Olapoju In response to the death of a Liberian national as a result of the Ebola virus, health authorities in Nigeria have swept into action in order to prevent the spread of one of the world’s deadliest diseases. Fears have been raised over the fact that, if the traveller from Liberia got on... Read More

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July 27, 2014

Amuneke is not impressed with the Eaglets’ away victory

by Emmanuel Chidiogo Despite recording a 1-0 away victory at Kinshasa, over DR Congo, coach of the Golden Eaglets, Emmanuel Amuneke, has expressed concern over the team’s wasteful performance. Speaking after the team’s victory at the CAF African U-17 Championship qualifying game, Amuneke said that he was disappointed in the side’s inability to utilize... Read More

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July 27, 2014

It gets worse: Boko Haram kidnap the wife of Cameroon’s vice premier!

by Emmanuel Chidiogo The wife of Cameroonian Vice-Prime Minister, has been kidnapped by insurgents in the town of Kolofata, alongside a local religious leader, Seini Boukar Lamine (Lamido). Insurgents, believed to be members of Boko Haram , have stepped up cross-border into Cameroon, as the West African nation with the aid of international bodies... Read More

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July 27, 2014

Bomb Averted: Relief in Kano as the Police prevent yet another blast

by Mayowa Aboah The police in Kano have averted another bomb blast in the city. The State Police Commisioner who confirmed the situation said Police operatives discovered of a car – Peugeot 406 with registration number AA 513 ZAK – loaded with explosives at Shiek Isyaku Rabiu mosque, Goron Dutse.Bomb experts were dispatched to the scene... Read More

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July 27, 2014

Who will educate us? Who will give us light? How many more have to die from generator fumes?

by Mayowa Aboah Fumes from a generator have reportedly killed a 6 year-old boy in Aba, Abia State. The incident occurred on a Friday night as members of Young People’s Christian Fellowship, located on Eziukwu road, Aba, passed out due to fumes from a generator that was within the fellowship premises. According to witnesses,... Read More

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July 27, 2014

Liberia again! Ebola patients doctor infected

by Kolapo Olapoju An American doctor working with Ebola patients in Liberia has tested positive for the deadly virus. Dr. Kent Brantly, who is the medical director for the aid organization’s case management center in Monrovia, tested positive for the disease and was being treated at a hospital. Brantly, 33, has been working in... Read More

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July 27, 2014

Kemi Bonuola: Memoirs of a bad hair day (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Kemi Bonuola ”So you can imagine how upsetting it is when you find yourself in a bad salon, bad in this context means ‘no ventilation, little space, and of course, unprofessional stylists’ ” I have always been particular about hair. As a child, I obsessed about hair, and I loved hair so much... Read More

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July 27, 2014

Stage Play: Live Theatre on Sunday presents ‘Another Episode of Trauma’

by Kolapo Olapoju On Sunday, 27 July, ‘Live Theatre on Sunday’ will be premiering a new play in Lagos, titled ‘Another Episode of Trauma’. The play features the story of Joseph who loses in his sister to a violent attack, and finds himself thrust into a revolutionary retaliatory undertaking as he attempts to obliterate the... Read More

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July 27, 2014

Civil rights lawyer, Bamidele Aturu laid to rest in Ondo state (PHOTOS)

by Kolapo Olapoju Nigerian civil rights activist and lawyer, Bamidele Aturu, who passed away on Wednesday, 9 July at the age of 49, has been buried. He was laid to rest in Ogbagi-Akoko, Ondo state, on Friday, 25 July 2014, in the presence of his friends, family, colleagues and former clients. Present at the ceremony... Read More

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July 27, 2014

APC member shot to death as Omisore’s thugs and campaign train arrive Ilesa (PHOTO)

by Zara Mustapha A member of All Progressives Congress (APC) in ward 9 Ilesa East, Osun state, Tolu Adeosun, was shot to death yesterday, 25 July, right in front of his house around Osun Ankara, in Ilesha. Members of PDP and APC resorted to violence when a group of the PDP members reportedly embarked on... Read More

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July 27, 2014

Simon Kolawole: Did the APC try to kill Buhari?

by Simon Kolawole There is a third possibility – that it is politicians within his party who want to take him out before the presidential primaries. According to the theorists, Buhari has become a problem for the APC big boys – they cannot live with him, yet they cannot live without him. We have many... Read More

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Introducing, The Otedolas: Forte boss throws graduation party for daughter, DJ Cuppy LOOK)

“Be careful” | Read what Don Jazzy, Ruggedman are saying about Ebola

The people’s governor! Gov. Okorocha goes biking in Imo, with tight security (LOOK)

Don’t be thin, that’s silly: See Funmi Iyanda’s top 10 tips for your life

Atiku calls for yet another investigation, this time over El-Zakzaky

20 million songs! SOLO Mobile launched new range of phones (READ, LOOK)

“An entrepreneur should be patient and consistent“ | Leading Ladies Africa speaks to Exquisite Magazine’s Tewa Onasanya

“If he goes, he goes”… Nasarawa PDP gives lawmakers backing to boot out governor

Faced with a real Ebola threat, Nigeria and Liberia step up their game

Policemen raid Lagos street, torture man to death

Femi Aribisala tells you why not everything in the Bible is true

Opinion: I met Lai Mohammed last week, here’s what he told me

Review: Desmond Elliot’s ‘Knocking on heaven’s door’ is a hot, hot MESS

Arome Ameh: The Ifeoluwa story – Episode 4 (Y! Fiction)

Style na style! See how Nigerian celebs rocked the ‘aso-ebi’ at Dr. Sid’s wedding (PHOTOS)

Review: Forget the critics, this is why the ‘Dorobucci’ video rocks

#QuoteOfTheWeek: “Money has not separated us, so women can not”

History Class: This is the square-root of Ebola

Home teams rock as NPL returns to our pitches | See other results

No go: How Paul Sawyer’s Ebola death is making air travel in Nigeria & Togo hell

Amuneke is not impressed with the Eaglets’ away victory

It gets worse: Boko Haram kidnap the wife of Cameroon’s vice premier!

Bomb Averted: Relief in Kano as the Police prevent yet another blast

Who will educate us? Who will give us light? How many more have to die from generator fumes?

Liberia again! Ebola patients doctor infected

Kemi Bonuola: Memoirs of a bad hair day (30 Days, 30 Voices)

Stage Play: Live Theatre on Sunday presents ‘Another Episode of Trauma’

Civil rights lawyer, Bamidele Aturu laid to rest in Ondo state (PHOTOS)

APC member shot to death as Omisore’s thugs and campaign train arrive Ilesa (PHOTO)

Simon Kolawole: Did the APC try to kill Buhari?

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