Opinion: The politics of confrontation

by Josef Omorotionmmwan Oshiomhole is human, after all. He has never missed an opportunity to tell people so. It must be very painful for any reasonable person to see facilities provided at great cost to the tax payer being vandalised. Vandalism is still vandalism – be it on roads, bridges, pipelines, buildings, etc. Those who... Read More

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December 7, 2013

Opinion: Onitsha- A city in the grip of criminals

by Frederick Nwabufor As a matter of fact, a typical day for Onitsha residents is punctuated and hyphenated by robberies in shuddering successions. A day does not come to full maturity without splatters of blood from gun wounds and peals of lamentations effectuated by stolen property. In fact, in terms of robberies, Onitsha is a... Read More

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December 7, 2013

Opinion: Nigeria still searching for true democracy

by Peregrino Brimah When people are unable to select their candidates but are only imposed candidates, and when only certain party-elite blocks’ imposed candidates have the ability to win, and when candidates cannot be voted out until two terms are completed and/or terms are extended, and then finally when impeachment for failure within term are... Read More

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December 7, 2013

President Goodluck Jonathan declares 3-day national mourning for Mandela

by Rachel Ogbu Nigeria has officially joined South Africa and the rest of the world to mourn ex-South African President, Nelson Mandela who passed away December 5 aged 95. President Goodluck Jonathan said from today a three-day national mourning would commence in Nigeria and flags are to be flown at half-mast across Nigeria during the... Read More

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December 7, 2013

Opinion: Why N116 billion is the correct sum to spend on variation of Abuja-Abaji-Lokoja

by Tony Ikpajasa In fulfilment of the Federal Government’s promise to dualize all roads leading to Abuja, the Federal Capital, contracts for the dualization of the Abuja-Abaji-Lokoja Road were awarded in four sections to four construction companies in 2006. The contractors are: Dantata & Sawoe, RCC, Bulletine, and Gitto Construzioni. Last month, the Minister of... Read More

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December 7, 2013

Femi Kuti, Jay-Z, Kendrick Lamar get Grammy Awards nomination (See full nominees list)

by Oke Efagene The names of nominees for the 2014 Grammy Awards has been released, with American rapper, Jay-Z topping the list with 9 nominations. The nominations were announced on Friday by the Recording Academy during a concert at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles. Nigeria got one nomination, thanks to Femi Kuti, who is on... Read More

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December 7, 2013

#NelsonMandela: His story in books, films and songs

by Oke Efagene The father of freedom and global icon for peace, Nelson Mandela, passed away on Thursday night, in his home after a long battle with lung infection. Many around the world has paid tribute to the great man since the news of his death was announced. Over the years, from his imprisonment till... Read More

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December 7, 2013

“Every girl is a wife material…”: Guys, Ghanaian actress, Yvonne Nelson wants you know this before proposing (READ)

by Oke Efagene Popular Ghanaian actress, Yvonne Nelson, has sent a message to all who care to listen. The beautiful actress posted a photo of herself with no make up on, and captioned it: “Every girl is a wife material…..it depends on which material you want…….yn*” Now our question is, do you agree with her?

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December 7, 2013

Catholic priest arrested after ‘threatening church members with guns’ in Imo

by ‘Jola Sotubo A Catholic priest in Imo is being investigated by police in the state after reports that he was illegally in possession of weapons. The cleric is said to preside over a parish in the Dikenafai environs of the Ideato South Local Government area of the state. The priest is believed to have... Read More

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December 7, 2013

Opinion: On the matter of COSON and radio/TV stations, a thief is a thief

by Habeeb Kolade A recent outburst by 9ice against the appearance, without permission, of his works on blogs already tells the story of how much piracy have eaten into the society. It is disgustful that one could easily download many artistes’ full album on entertainment and gossip blogs without paying a dime. FIRST THINGS FIRST!... Read More

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December 7, 2013

Kole Omotoso: What I know about Nelson Mandela, Abacha and M.K.O Abiola

by Kole Omotoso During the events that followed the June 12 annulment of the election that would have seen Bashorun Abiola as president of Nigeria, President Mandela continued to interact with Sani Abacha. One of his interventions had to do with the plight of Bashorun Abiola’s family. Bashorun Abiola was in prison. His business had... Read More

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December 7, 2013

Poetry: What happened on the day Madiba died

by Nwokike Chukwuemeka On the day Madiba died A vacuum filled his space For men who live for selflessness Can rarely be replaced On the day Madiba died I recall time stood still My whole life flashed before my eyes Almost against my will I sought for that which would remain After my time on... Read More

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December 7, 2013

The exodus continues: 22 senators leaving the PDP for APC

by Oke Efagene The power tussle between the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Party (APC) is far from over, as about 22 senators elected on the platform of the PDP are said to be on their way to APC. It is reported that the National Chairman of the embattled PDP, Bamanga Tukur,... Read More

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December 7, 2013

#GoAndDie: N2 million gift does not vindicate Oshiomhole – Edo PDP kicks

by ‘Jola Sotubo Despite tempers being cooled after a gift of N2 million and a job given to the now popular Edo widow by the state Governor, Adams Oshiomhole, the state chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is unsatisfied. The widow, Joy Ifije, was openly reprimanded by the governor and told to “go and... Read More

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December 7, 2013

3 men arraigned for flogging 80-year-old man in Oyo

by ‘Jola Sotubo Three men have been dragged before a court in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo for allegedly assaulting an elderly man. Muritala Omidotun, 36; Ridwan Adedapo, 21, and Ismail Oluwanisola, 42,were arraigned after reports that they flogged Isiaka Bello, 80. The trio appeared before a Magistrate court sitting in the Iyaganku area of... Read More

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December 7, 2013

Dele Momodu: As the world mourns Mandela

by Dele Momodu Mandela had this incredible aura and effervescent rapport that drew him to people like sugar to ants. Like most mortals, I wished and tried to meet him but failed. It was a dream I could not achieve. Twice, I missed the chance and opportunity. Fellow Africans, the worst finally happened to us... Read More

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December 7, 2013

Mandela was a TERRORIST – Former US Vice-President, Dick Cheney insists

In 1986, Nelson Mandela — the former president of South Africa who died Thursday at the age of 95 — was serving the 23rd year of what would ultimately be a 27-year prison sentence. The Western world was finally acknowledging the true horrors of Apartheid, a system of racial segregation that denied basic rights to... Read More

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December 7, 2013

Man arrested for swinging penis at women in “helicopter motion” (PICTURED)

He was having a swinging good time. Turns out he was the only one who saw it that way. Shawn Harvell faces charges including public indecency, resisting law enforcement, criminal confinement and battery after he allegedly harassed two Indianapolis women by swinging his penis at them. One of the women flagged down an officer to... Read More

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December 6, 2013

Mandela is in hell-fire? Well that’s what these “Christians” say | Read why

by Jim Solouki and Martin Baker The blog Creation Science Study is clearly not joining the mass adulation over the late Nelson Mandela who passed on yesterday at 95. Below is their letter – with their captioned photos – to Christians across the world: Greetings True Christians! Today Nelson Mandela, former president of South... Read More

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December 6, 2013

SNAPSHOT: The world stands still – UN security council observes minute of silence for Mandela

by ‘Jola Sotubo As tributes continue to pour in for the late Nelson Mandela, the world literally stood still for the icon. Members of the United Nations Security Council were photographed earlier today observing one minute of silence in honour of the freedom fighter and anti-apartheid campaigner. The UN Security Council consists of 15 members, 5 of... Read More

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December 6, 2013

From Charity to Poko: Tonto Dikeh shares an evolutionary ‘Then and Now’ photo of herself (LOOK)

by Oke Efagene The Nigerian audience have gradually watched Nollywood star, Tonto Dikeh evolve from a budding actress on the reality show queen on The Next Movie Star, in 2005 and now to a household name. Once known as Tonto Charity Dikeh, the star has steadily transformed into the controversial yet talented actress and singer simply known... Read More

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December 6, 2013

A gorgeously pregnant Dakore and a very colourful Julius: Stars celebrate 10 years of Africa Magic in Lagos (PHOTOS)

What: 10 year anniversary of Africa Magic Where: Lagos Landmark Village Victoria Island, Lagos When: November 4, 2013. ... Read More

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December 6, 2013

The moment he was released from prison + 9 other REMARKABLE Nelson Mandela videos (WATCH)

by Oge Okonkwo Former South African president and anti-apartheid icon, Nelson Mandela passed away on Thursday after months of fighting illness and lung infection. In honor of a lifetime of accomplishments, take a look at Mandela’s life through these memorable moments. 1.Nelson Mandela Inauguration, 1994 2.First TV Interview, 1961 3. Nelson Mandela Freed from Prison, 1990... Read More

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December 6, 2013

BE INSPIRED: 12 letters from the desk of Nelson Mandela, the freedom fighter (LOOK)

1964 Rivonia trial, statement from the dock These are the five points Nelson Mandela jotted down in preparation for his statement from the dock on April 20, 1964 during the Rivonia trial, in which 10 African National Congress leaders were tried for 221 acts of sabotage aimed at overthrowing apartheid. Mr Mandela and his... Read More

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December 6, 2013

‘A great light has gone out’- Desmond Tutu, Prince William, Goodluck Jonathan, others react to Mandela’s death

by Adeola Balogun Former South African President and anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela died yesterday at the age of 95. From the moment news broke on air and online, everyone who’s anyone that could get word out was paying tribute to the legend that was Mandela. Here on YNaija, we take a closer look on how some... Read More

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December 6, 2013

Sunny Neji returns! One North One Love [DOWNLOAD]

by Chisom Ukaegbu Sunny Neji is back with a new track titled “One North One Love. The song is Neji‘s way of encouraging his kinsmen to embrace political peace in the forthcoming elections. The focus of his cry are the five local government areas that make up Ogoja local government area in the North of Cross River... Read More

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December 6, 2013

“I’m not a thief, I only take rams”: This Ketu guy is just unbelievable (PICTURED)

by Oge Okonkwo “I am not a thief, I only steal rams,” were the words of 27-year-old Nuru Owosere who was arrested by policemen for allegedly stealing a ram at the Mile 12 area of Lagos state. His words made many people confused after he was caught on Thursday – like, was he serious? The... Read More

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December 6, 2013

Why the World Cup draw is more exciting than the actual World Cup

From The Telegraph: The draw is estimated to take two-and-a-half hours, and wiill feature a variety of local entertainment, such as Sao Paulo’s Companhia de Danca, who do neat things like this: The World Cup draw is a pretty big deal these days. Four years ago, for example, this was the scene... Read More

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December 6, 2013

SNAPSHOT: Nelson Mandela & his 3 wives

by Chi Ibe Nelson Mandela, who passed on at 95 yesterday is reverred across the world as a stateman, and an icon extra-ordinaire. One area he wasnt’ so lucky though was married. He divorced his first wife even before he spent 27 years in prison when he was 26 and she 22. They were married... Read More

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December 6, 2013

LOOK: Your final 2014 World Cup draw in 2 photos

by Chi Ibe You know the groups already, ’cause you’ve been glued to your TV sets. But when you’re hot in argument and you need a quick reference, well thank us later. The draws for the FIFA World Cup 2014 in Brazil, as announced just a few minutes ago, in two tables below: Or how... Read More

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