by Colin Stewart Amongst Bantu-speaking Pouhain farmers (Bene, Bulu, Fang, Jaunde, Mokuk, Mwele, Ntum and Pangwe) in present-day Gabon and Cameroon, homosexual intercourse was known as bian nkû”ma– a medicine for wealth which was transmitted through sexual activity between men. At least 21 cultural varieties of same-sex relationships have long been part... Read More
by Debarati S. Sen Is your better-half breaking up your made-in-heaven jodi? Is he/she playing the game of love with a different partner? Is he/she cheating on you? Of course marriages are made in heaven but you need to always remember that, it is here on earth, that they are broken and these... Read More
by Audu Liberty Oseni Nigeria can lead Africa but the indicators are not there, he further elaborated. We had hope that governors at the audience; Rotimi Amaechi and Babangida Aliyu, will provide meaningful direction, but their insight on how we can lead Africa is not different from Abba Moro’s. It is important to show appreciation... Read More
by Ayomikun Soyombo She dreamt of eating ‘fura’ Barefooted on the streets of Kano Ali was a god She became his goddess “If you get belle for hausa,” mama warned her one evening Just waka go alone 1.We smell Of bigotry Our hearts So far apart We smile... Read More
by Eky Shirley “Reasons for this”; the recalcitrance/unruliness/recklessness of some persons in the military who are supposed to protect the citizenry (at least that’s a part of their oath and creed). *OpensCurtainOnPlayScene* This is sickening. This is the handiwork of soldiers in a commercial and residential town; a cosmopolitan city, Lagos. Today, the 4th of... Read More
by S’ola Filani A 46-year-old man, Egbuteigbo Aloysius, with 19.180kilogrammes of dried weeds which tested positive for cannabis has been arrested by the officials of the National Drug Law Enforcement, NDLEA, at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos. The suspect who concealed the drug as food ingredients inside his luggage, was arrested... Read More
by Chris Tion The spiraling violence has come at a very high cost to Brand Nigeria. My earliest knowledge of terror was gotten from a rather unexpected place; in the church. As a teenager in a catholic school I attended mass everyday and during the Prayer of the Faithful we were urged to pray for... Read More
by Denise Schpani You may be one of the lucky ones who has that one, sparkling gem of a girlfriend: She’s never once been late, never fails to ask you what’s going on with you and is always willing to lend a helping hand. Nice fantasy! In reality, most of us have... Read More
by S’ola Filani Five people died while several others sustained injuries in Konduga town, Borno on Friday when a bomb believed to have been planted in a pickup van loaded with firewood exploded at a checkpoint manned by members of the Civilian JTF and police officials. A top security source who spoke anonymously confirmed the news... Read More
by Dele Momodu Those who packaged the present concoction for APC did not do well at all. It created doubts in the minds of admirers like us about the sincerity of the Party that claims to represent change. Fellow Nigerians, please let me say categorically that I don’t subscribe to the sentiments of those who... Read More
by S’ola Filani Seven parents of the abducted female pupils of the Government Secondary School, Chibok, Borno State, have reportedly died of trauma. Speaking with journaliss at a news conference in Abuja hours ago, the National Chairman of the Chibok community under the Kibaku Area Development Association, Dr. Pogu Bitrus, said, “Today (Friday) is 81... Read More
by S’ola Filani It wasn’t just Americans that celebrated the United States’ Independence Day on Friday. Nigerians in the States, including Nollywood actresses, Stella Damasus and Genevieve Nnaji also joined in the party by organising a little cookout – roasted corn style. Actress Stella Damasus had an in-house barbecue party while super star... Read More
by Kehinde Bamigbetan As Chief Press Secretary, I got used to a ritual.Asiwaju would invite me into his office and the first question would be: what are people saying?He always made sure he stood on the popular side. First, my prejudice: I am committed to the promotion, elevation and celebration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Just... Read More
by Corina Dondas There are quite a few mistakes to avoid while interning for a company. An internship is an amazing learning experience since it can help you acquire the skills and the knowledge you need to be successful in your field. An internship will also give you a chance to include relevant... Read More
by S’ola Filani A school teacher was stabbed to death by a pupil’s mother in front of a classroom full of her horrified five and six-year-old students, yesterday. The horrific attack happened on the last day of the school term at the Edouard Herriot school in the town of of Albi in south west France.... Read More
by Akintomiwa Agbaje Paradigm Initiative Nigeria (PIN) has hosted the South-East editions of TENT Workshop 2014, and the Internet Policy Training, as part of it continuing efforts to expand the space for opportunities in Nigeria’s internet and digital spaces. The events held from 24 – 26, and then 27 – 28 June,... Read More
by Tunde Leye The President failed to be executive when it took 18 days to react to the kidnapping. He failed to be executive when the Chibok parents had to organize a vigilante force to go into Sambisa in the days after the kidnap when the army failed to turn up. Executive. Adjective: Relating to... Read More
by S’ola Filani The Nigerian national football team, the Super Eagles, have returned to the country following their second round elimination by France in the 24th FIFA World Cup in Brazil. The team touched down at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport Abuja in the early hours of today. They were lead by the head coach, Stephen Keshi,... Read More
by Tammy Nelson Fans of your marriage will always be on the side of your relationship. They won’t pick a side — they won’t side with you or your partner, they won’t split the two of you up. The 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil has reached record numbers of viewers and fans... Read More
by S’ola Filani The Nigerian army have arrested three female undercover operatives of the deadly sect, Boko Haram. This was disclosed in a statement signed by its Director Defence Information, Colonel Onyema Nwachukwu. “In the aftermath of the failed suicide bombing attempt on a military facility by a female terrorist who blew herself up in... Read More
by Olatunji A. Aworetan And as the truck tried to manoeuvre its way pass the flooded bomb craters on the road, it wobbled and cringed and fell on a car. It fell on that poor man’s car. That’s how he died. A man died today. He wasn’t sick. He wasn’t old. He wasn’t shot by... Read More
by Adriana Velez Being able to deliver this treat to your man will make you the queen of the bedroom and probably the queen of his heart as well. Let’s face it, they all love it. Men love, love, love a good blow job. It’s just mind-boggling how happy a well-executed BJ... Read More
by Casey Haslem ”Contaminated water can cause serious health conditions, such as neurological disorders, reproductive disorders, and gastrointestinal issues.” Contamination of a home’s water supply occurs far more frequently than you may think. Water contamination can happen in any type of water, including drinking water. Contaminated water can cause serious health conditions, such as neurological disorders, reproductive disorders, and gastrointestinal issues. There are several types of contaminants... Read More
by Sasha Brown-Worsham It’s almost impossible to tell just by looking at a guy how he is in bed, right? I mean, sure, we all have stereotypes — preppy men are boring, bigger men are big EVERYWHERE, etc. But the truth is, there is no real way to know how a guy is between the... Read More
by S’ola Filani Earlier we brought you photos from the ongoing mayhem on the Onipan, Palmgrove road, Lagos. The chaos reportedly started when a BRT bus hit a soldier on a bike this earlier this morning – The BRT driver was trying to overtake him on the BRT lane. Irked by the occurrence, the soldiers... Read More
by S’ola Filani Some soldiers are currently causing chaos in the Palmgroove, Onipan area of Lagos. The chaos allegedly started when a BRT bus hit a soldier on a bike this earlier this morning – The BRT driver was trying to overtake him on the BRT lane. As a result, his colleagues stormed the area,... Read More
by Patricia Omoqui Rejection is a gift. Yes, seems strange to say it, but it is actually quite wonderful when someone honestly tells you they aren’t interested in you! Did I get your attention? You might be sitting there thinking, “Patricia, you are really pushing it! You are just plain crazy with your positivity by calling... Read More
by Enenim Ubon Right from the amalgamation, it was clear that the Northern and Southern protectorates have nothing in common and would have been better off as separate entities “One nation bound in freedom,peace and unity.”,the words of the last line of the first stanza of our national anthem; sadly I do no think ours... Read More
by Chidi Anselm Odinkalu It must not be forgotten that those involved in these heinous atrocities are a minority among us. Any strategy designed to fight them successfully must begin by isolating them and limiting their numbers and location. We cannot allow them to grow in numbers, sympathies, or footprint. On 7 December 1941, the... Read More
by S’ola Filani The general wellbeing of little Success Chisom Aniekwe, born with two sex organs – male and female – has become a source of worry to his parents. Frail, with constant pain, especially when urinating (which comes through what would pass for female private part, under a little penis), little Success has been... Read More