9 peculiar facts about members of Nigerian mega-churches

by Nigel Boys Most of the new members of these churches have been brought into the congregation by family members, friends or co-workers. Korea and Nigeria currently lead the world in respect to having the largest global megachurches and most of those churches are Pentecostal, according to Warren Bird, research director at Leadership Network. The... Read More

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June 21, 2014

TERRIBLE: How my children were stolen for rituals – Woman laments

by S’ola Filani Security operatives have discovered a shrine where ritual killings reportedly takes place in the Shiagu community in Ivo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. According to reports, human parts are reported to be sold between N500,000 and N1 million to interested buyers. In the course of razing down the shrine, youth in the... Read More

June 21, 2014

#BelieveItOrNot: 7 strange things guys (actually) see as romantic

by Crstal Crowder When a guy is trying his best to be romantic, he’ll probably make the bed. Somehow, he thinks this is both romantic and a great way to get you to join him in said bed. The act alone isn’t exactly the top of our romance list. What we think of... Read More

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June 21, 2014

#EkitiDecides: 10 things you SHOULD know about the ongoing election in Ekiti

by Adeola Balogun The Ekiti governorship elections have begun and all eyes are watching the proceedings because for many, this will be a foretaste of what lies in store for the country in 2015. The pre-election fever has already seen claims that security officials are being used to arrest and harass members of the opposition... Read More

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June 21, 2014

‘Creativity & innovation’: Leading Ladies Africa talks to Aisha Augie-Kuta on what it takes to be a successful photographer

by Francesca Uriri Rising above stereotypes, being inspired by her immediate environment, and making a success out of what many may call an alternative career, is why Aisha Augie-Kuta is the Leading Lady Africa for the week. Enjoy her interview. How did your love for photography start? It started when I was a child and... Read More

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June 21, 2014

5 ways to get a flat belly for pool day

by Jenna Birch Luckily, scoring a flat belly isn’t all about foods you can’t eat. There are also certain ingredients—like pineapple, papaya, and bananas, for example—that can help nix puffiness. The warmer it gets outside, the more time you’ll probably be spending in your swimsuit—and it’s always nice to feel confident when... Read More

June 21, 2014

Opinion: Lekki Wives – A tale of brand re-invention

by Kehinde Ajose All these character analysis comes together to form an irresistible delicacy for the audience. According to the producer, Lekki Wives season one DVD has sold more than she ever anticipated and is one of the best selling DVDs in the Nigerian market. So you have not seen Lekki Wives Season 1... Read More

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June 21, 2014

Opinion: Ekiti State is up for sale, who will buy it?

By Orukotan Ayomikun Samuel No doubt, this has always been the bane of our political vista and once again, the polity is seriously heated up in Ekiti state. This is what the game of thrones can offer its supporters and it is doing this at its very peak. The election siren is here again,... Read More

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June 21, 2014

Opinion: The most disappointing stars of the 2014 World Cup so far

by Chinedu George Nnawetanma All that has gone up in smoke now; Spain has been knocked out. En route their exit, they managed to score just one goal: a Xabi Alonso penalty. Since then, they have conceded 7 goals! The Brazil World Cup has been a timely reminder of how some of the game’s... Read More

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June 21, 2014

Singer, Adokiye offers her virginity for the release of Chibok girls

by S’ola Filani Pop singer and Imo State Peace Ambassador, Adokiye, shocked her fans recently when she revealed that she is a virgin, adding that whoever wants her virginity should be prepared to buy her mother the private jet she long promised her. It now appears Adokiye is ready to give her much coveted virginity... Read More

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June 21, 2014

Opinion: 7 players who still have something to prove at the World Cup in Brazil

by Chinedu George Nnawetanma To prove that he truly deserves a place among the best of the best in world football, he must do the impossible by single-handedly spearheading his country’s quest for World Cup glory, just like Diego Maradona did with Argentina in 1986. The 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil is in... Read More

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June 21, 2014

‘It was a fit of madness’: Woman kills 80-year-old husband, cooks his body parts

by Adeola Balogun An elderly woman in France has been arrested after she allegedly killed her husband and cooked some of his organs. The unidentified 71-year-old is said to have murdered her husband, 80 with a kitchen mortar and then cooked his heart, genitals and nose after spicing them. The mysterious crime has led to... Read More

June 21, 2014

#BringBackOurGirls: VP of German parliament stands with protesters in Abuja (See Photos)

by ‘Jola Sotubo The protests aimed at making the Nigerian government do more to bring back the schoolgirls abducted from Chibok in Borno are still on. The movement got a huge international boost yesterday as the Vice President of the German Parliament, Mr. Johannes Singhammer, donned a red #BringBackOurGirls T-shirt and stood at the... Read More

June 21, 2014

#EkitiDecides: Security operatives arrest key APC members in Ekiti (Report)

by ‘Jola Sotubo A grim image has been painted about the current political climate in Ekiti as security officials are said to be harassing and arresting members of the opposition party, All Progressives Congress (APC). This is happening as the incumbent governor of the state, Kayode Fayemi slugs it out at the polls with his... Read More

June 21, 2014

Dele Momodu: So my own Alhaji is gone!

by Dele Momodu I discovered his staying power was the ability to accommodate everyone while minding his own business. Those were very delicate days when it was dangerous to make wrong friends. But Alhaji stuck out his neck and made us feel welcome. Fellow Nigerians, this is not the best of seasons in our dear... Read More

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June 21, 2014

SNAPSHOT: This is Genevieve Nnaji’s classy ‘turn up’ look

by Tutu Akinlabi “Turning up” is a relatively new slang for partying and like many other things, Genevieve Nnaji does it with style. The actress shared this TGIF photo of herself via Instagram and she looked quite smashing. She said: #PreTurnUpPhoto#WhileIstillLookSane#NoPostTurnUpSorry

June 21, 2014

Woman arrested for selling 2-month old baby for N30,000 in Lagos

by ‘Jola Sotubo A woman in Lagos has been apprehended by the police after reports that she was guilty of human trafficking. The middle aged suspect, identified simply as Mrs. Victor, is said to have sold a 2-month old baby for N30,000. She was arrested by the police at her home in the Sabo Ilaje... Read More

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June 21, 2014

10 simple but effective mantras to combat everyday stress

by Rimmie Dirchi Picturing the most peaceful place you can imagine in your mind or remembering simple things in life that made you happy can help a great deal. This is not going to be easy but it is definitely not impossible to imbibe positive attitude towards life. Stress has become a... Read More

June 21, 2014

5 ways to cool your HOT temper

by Ipshita Kumar While we may be giving you the simplest tricks to put a lid on your temper, there are times when things do tend to get out of hand. For some people, anger management is serious business and, at times, needs extra help. We know that keeping your temper in... Read More

June 20, 2014

10 unexpected ways to use vodka

by Brian Clark Howard Unless you are intent on proving how hard-core you are, or you have a bizarre fetish, you probably don’t enjoy getting feasted on by insects. Why Not Just Drink It? Vodka has been enjoyed since at least the early Middle Ages, and is well known as one... Read More

June 20, 2014

‘I don’t know you!’ – T.B Joshua is not happy with Ayo Fayose

by Zara Mustapha Head pastor of the Synagogue Church of All Nations, Prophet T.B Joshua has responded to the rumors of giving former Ekiti State governor, Ayo Fayose his blessings. Prophet Joshua in his response on his official Facebook page severed all links with the PDP governorship aspirant stating that he has never met Ekiti State’s... Read More

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June 20, 2014

8 ways to drink water and give yourself a facelift

by Adrianna Velez People will debate this until the sun goes down, but it’s worth trying: Have a glass of water before every meal. 1. Start first thing in the morning. I’ve got a head start on this, actually, because I’ve been starting my mornings with a cup of hot lemon water. But even... Read More

June 20, 2014

Tony Rapu: When the gerontocracy syndrome in politics seeps into the Church

by Tony Rapu The dynamics in these assemblies, far from being characterized by Christian humility, are defined instead by the fear of man, the undue veneration of age, the worship of power and the elevation of leaders to the status of demigods. All of these reflecting the problematic relationship between citizens and their leaders in... Read More

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June 20, 2014

Presidential committee on Chibok says 219 girls still missing, Ekiti result will be announced in Ado-Ekiti & other important news you should know today

by Oge Okonkwo #EkitiDecides result will be announced in Ado-Ekiti – PM News The result of Saturday’s governorship election in Ekiti will be announced in Ado-Ekiti and not Abuja, the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in the state, Halilu Pai, said. Pai told a news conference in Ado-Ekiti on Friday that the clarification became necessary because... Read More

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June 20, 2014

10 ways to get him in the mood

by Jill Rachel Jacobs Be creative, but be sure to choose things that will feel different on his skin. Light a scented cinnamon candle (cinnamon is a known aphrodisiac for men), and choose a massage oil with aphrodisiac properties, such as lavender or frankincense. And don’t forget the blindfold – for him. Below, are... Read More

June 20, 2014

Opinion: We are Nigerians and we are not terrorists

by Afolayan Daniel How dare anyone call us terrorists?… America should know that lots of questions should be raised. What’s the genesis of terrorism in Nigeria? Who should be held responsible? Finally and unfortunately,Nigeria is now being mentioned in the same wavelength as war torn countries such as Iraq, Syria, Afghanistan and the simple question... Read More

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June 20, 2014

Nigerian Army kills notorious terrorist in Bauchi (GRAPHIC PHOTOS)

by Akan Ido Mallam Husseini, a notorious terrorist suspected to be a member of the Boko Haram Islamic sect has been killed in a shoot-out with military men along the Jos-Bauchi highway. Reports say Husseini led a terrorist cell in Plateau and was also said to have led an attack on the Police Anti-Robbery Squad... Read More

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June 20, 2014

Opinion: Nigeria – Dancing to the rhythm of war drums

by Sunday Ogidigbo We must remind ourselves that we are one people under God, under one flag with a common destiny. An ancient poet once said “God that made the world and all things therein, made of one blood all nations of men to dwell on all the face of the earth, and determined their... Read More

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June 20, 2014

Opinion: Like Jonathan, Abraham Lincoln was also called a drunk tyrant

by Fortune God’sSon Alfred Like GEJ many manufactured problems (including a War on Boko Haram Terrorism) Lincoln had his Civil War to worry about. His entire Political destiny relied on it. Opposition to the war, to the administration’s policies, and to Lincoln waxed and waned, depending on how well—or poorly—the army was doing in the... Read More

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June 20, 2014

Yay or Nay? Would you rock this three-breasted shirt (LOOK)

by Zara Mustapha Rumer Willis, daughter of Hollywood superstars Bruce Willis and Demi Moore wore a shirt which had woman with three breasts printed on it at a topless rally in Los Angeles, USA. Rumer pulled the confident number where most people would have thought twice before wearing the shirt outside, but she posed on... Read More

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9 peculiar facts about members of Nigerian mega-churches

TERRIBLE: How my children were stolen for rituals – Woman laments

#BelieveItOrNot: 7 strange things guys (actually) see as romantic

#EkitiDecides: 10 things you SHOULD know about the ongoing election in Ekiti

‘Creativity & innovation’: Leading Ladies Africa talks to Aisha Augie-Kuta on what it takes to be a successful photographer

5 ways to get a flat belly for pool day

Opinion: Lekki Wives – A tale of brand re-invention

Opinion: Ekiti State is up for sale, who will buy it?

Opinion: The most disappointing stars of the 2014 World Cup so far

Singer, Adokiye offers her virginity for the release of Chibok girls

Opinion: 7 players who still have something to prove at the World Cup in Brazil

‘It was a fit of madness’: Woman kills 80-year-old husband, cooks his body parts

#BringBackOurGirls: VP of German parliament stands with protesters in Abuja (See Photos)

#EkitiDecides: Security operatives arrest key APC members in Ekiti (Report)

Dele Momodu: So my own Alhaji is gone!

SNAPSHOT: This is Genevieve Nnaji’s classy ‘turn up’ look

Woman arrested for selling 2-month old baby for N30,000 in Lagos

10 simple but effective mantras to combat everyday stress

5 ways to cool your HOT temper

10 unexpected ways to use vodka

‘I don’t know you!’ – T.B Joshua is not happy with Ayo Fayose

8 ways to drink water and give yourself a facelift

Tony Rapu: When the gerontocracy syndrome in politics seeps into the Church

Presidential committee on Chibok says 219 girls still missing, Ekiti result will be announced in Ado-Ekiti & other important news you should know today

10 ways to get him in the mood

Opinion: We are Nigerians and we are not terrorists

Nigerian Army kills notorious terrorist in Bauchi (GRAPHIC PHOTOS)

Opinion: Nigeria – Dancing to the rhythm of war drums

Opinion: Like Jonathan, Abraham Lincoln was also called a drunk tyrant

Yay or Nay? Would you rock this three-breasted shirt (LOOK)

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