A broadcast journalist with the Ogun State Broadcasting Corporation, Peter Okodua, died on Thursday at the Federal Medical Centre, Idi-Aba, Abeokuta after a prolonged battle with stroke. Mr. Okodua was 58 years old. The deceased is believed to have first suffered from stroke when three of his children drowned in the Ogun River about twelve years ago.... Read More
by Rachel Ogbu Fans have not stopped gushing about the new movie trailer of The Amazing Spider-Man 2 since it went viral earlier today curtesy Sony. Oscar winning Actor Jamie Foxx in the few seconds he appeared on the trailer as antagonist, Electro sent Marvel fans into excitement overdrive. Its just so intriguing to watch what... Read More
by Rachel Ogbu Fashion designer Folake Folarin- Coker, founder and CEO of Tiffany Amber has made it to the Forbes Africa annual list of “20 Young Power African Women.” Coker who was recently one of the stars on the cover of Hello! Nigeria Magazine Power Issue was named alongside two other Nigerian entrepreneurs. The other outstanding achievers... Read More
by Chisom Ukaegbu After winning the 2013 edition of Nigerian Idols. Moses dazzled our ears with couple of hit singles like ‘Number one’, ‘Love Letter feat Eva’ & ‘Love in the Air’ which got us dancing and swaying to his melodious voice establishing his relevance in Nigerian music industry. He goes further by dropping the... Read More
by Tutu Akinlabi Rapper, Olamide really is the “baddest guy ever liveth.” The star has bagged a whopping 8 nominations for the Hip Hop World Awards aka “The Headies” The star shared the news and this photo via Instagram and captioned it : “Team YBNL tnx a lot !!! Please let’s keep it going ..... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo Confirmed reports say there was a fire outbreak at a Conoil filling station at the Federal Capital Territory. The fire was said to have started at about 3 pm today but has been put out by the fire service and no life has been lost. More photos from the scene: -Photos: [H/T Sahara Reporters]
by Oke Efagene Unlike some federal universities in Nigeria that have already resumed academic activities, the lecturers at the Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, Edo State, have vowed to continue with the ongoing ASUU strike. [READ: #ASUU update: University of Port Harcourt resumes December 9] According to the lecturers, they will not call off... Read More
by Tutu Akinlabi If Toke Makinwa and long-time love, Maje Ayida are truly having problems, then she’s not showing it at all. [READ: Are Toke Makinwa and fiance, Maje Ayida having a fight?] The star has released photos from a recent photo shoot and she is glowing indeed. Photos below:
by Tutu Akinlabi Genevieve Nnaji is one woman who has found a home in the hearts of many, male and female alike. One of the reasons for this is that her beauty is effortless and she is as graceful as they come. The star shared this photo where she went completely natural, hair and all.... Read More
by Rachel Ogbu Michelle Rowling had received some very terrible news and took to Facebook to voice her concerns warning her friends that she might die. From the feel of her message it was obvious something was very wrong but it seemed the young mother didn’t want to jump into any conclusions just yet. 25-year-old... Read More
by Akintomiwa Agbaje Dr. Karo Ogbinaka, the Chairman, University of Lagos Chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has accused Supervising Minister of Education, Nyesom Wike, of incompetence in the administrative affairs of the Ministry. He blamed the extended strike caused by the communication break down between the federal goverment and university lecturers on... Read More
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by Tutu Akinlabi It’s Jackie Appiah’s birthday! The Ghanaian actress turns 30 today and she is obviously filled with joy. She shared this message via Instagram: “Thank you, God, for giving me another year of life. Thank you for all the people who remembered me today by sending cards,gifts and good wishes. #ICantKeepCalmBecauseItsMyBirthday“ In honour... Read More
by Chisom Ukaegbu Nigerian Rapper, Vector is popular and he wants you to know. He recently dropped the video for his single ‘Popular’ which was produced by PheelzontheBeat. The video is a compilation of moments from when he started his career to where he is now paying homage to those loyal fans and the ‘vampires &... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo According to emerging reports, an inferno has broken out in a Conoil filling station in the heart of the Federal Capital Territory. The blaze is said to have begun at about 3:00 p.m and it was still raging as at the time of filing this report. Premium Times reports: The Conoil filling... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo The Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja has been shut down since Thursday leaving passengers stranded as two major functional domestic airlines, Aero Contractors and Arik Air have cancelled all their flight from Abuja. Passengers are currently queuing to reschedule their flights from Abuja due to the cancellation of flights by the major airlines. According... Read More
by Tutu Akinlabi Genevieve Nnaji and Tonto Dikeh are two very stylish women who are definitely on top of their fashion game. The stars donned identical white outfits and they both stepped out looking absolutely amazing, but there can only be one winner. So, who wore it better.
by Oge Okonkwo Following the controversial deadline for resumption given to the striking lecturers by the Federal Government, some federal universities have pulled out of the strike and are set to resume academic activities. The authorities of Obafemi Awolowo Unibversity, Ile-Ife has directed its students to resume on Sunday, December 8. The recent development was announced... Read More
The Aviation Minister, Stella Oduah, has stated the reason why the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport was shut down on Thursday. In a statement by her Special Assistant of Media, Joe Obi, the minister confirmed that all flights into Abuja have been temporarily suspended till further notice. The minister’s spokesperson said, “A Saudi Arabian B747 cargo... Read More
by Oke Efagene Nollywood star actor, Jim Iyke is definitely going places and making his mark as an international entertainment personality. After the warm welcome he received on arrival to Sierra Leone, the star was spotted in a snapshot with the President of Sierra Leone, Ernest Bai Koroma, whom he referred to as ‘the coolest dude... Read More
by Oke Efagene The Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, has been shut down temporarily and planes have been prevented from taking off or landing. This development has left many passengers at the airport stranded. The airport officials are yet to give any official statement on the issue as at when they were contacted. Premium Times reports:... Read More
by Oke Efagene It is no longer news that the Joy Ifijeh, the widow who was sternly reprimanded by Edo State Governor, Adams Oshiomhole was compensated with a new job and N2 million cash. [READ: #GoAndDie: Gov. Oshiomhole offers widow N2 million, automatic employment] However, there are new reports that she was appointed as the... Read More
by Alkasim Abdulkadir The video clip that shocked Nigerians beyond measure showed Comrade Oshiomole standing in all majesty while a citizen groveled at his feet like the plebian that she was. She didn’t stand before him as someone who perhaps waited in line for several hours to cast her vote, which eventually gave him the mandate... Read More
Arik, Aero cancel all flights from Abuja as airport remains shut The two major functional domestic airlines in Nigeria, Aero Contractors and Arik Air, have cancelled all their flights from Abuja airport on Thursday. This is due to the shutdown of the airport by aviation authorities since early Thursday morning. The airlines announced the cancellations... Read More
Paul Walker’s grief-stricken girlfriend appeared in public Tuesday for the first time since the fiery car wreck that cost the actor his life. Jasmine Pilchard-Gosnell, 23, made an emotional visit to Walker’s Santa Barbara home yesterday – just three days after the 40-year-old star of the Fast & Furious franchise was killed along with his... Read More
by Adeola Balogun Barely five weeks after the United Kingdom’s cancellation of the proposed 3,000 pounds visa bond, the government has announced a new regime that would now require applicants to pay for visas in US dollars. The announcement, which was made yesterday through the British High Commission in Nigeria, said the new system will... Read More
Paul Walker’s cause of death was revealed by the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office on Wednesday December 4. The 40-year-old actor, who was in the passenger side of the Porsche Carrera GT died of the combined effects of traumatic and thermal injuries, according to CNN. Roger Rodas, his friend and the driver, died of multiple... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bamanga Tukur, has said that he is not aware of the defection of any member of the PDP. Alhaji Tukur is said to have disclosed this yesterday while addressing journalists in Abuja. The PDP chairman spoke with newsmen after a closed door meeting... Read More
by Oke Efagene This is the type of sign post that is guaranteed to make you laugh even if you are having a very bad day. We wonder who might be responsible for this- the sign artist or the shop owner? Whatever the case may be, this photo is sure to give anyone a good... Read More
by Chisom Ukaegbu The official video for the Hennessy Artistry 2013 theme song, “Raise your Glasses” featuring international music star, Dbanj has finally dropped. D’banj brings out his flair for enjoyment in the song as he is seen partying and toasting to the good life. The video was directed by MattMax and featured cameo appearances by... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo Lala Akindoju and Kunle Afolayan lead an all-star cast in the latest Tunde Kelani movie ‘Dazzling Mirage’ as a sickle- cell suffer who overcomes social stigma, prejudice and her own low self-esteem, to achieve success, marriage and motherhood. Veteran director; Tunde Kelani said ‘all of us are connected directly or indirectly to... Read More