But why?! Actor, Mr. Ibu wears a dress again… and we just can’t deal (LOOK)

by Akan Ido John Okafor, popularly known as Mr. Ibu is at it again donning an Iro and Buba on the set of an upcoming Nollywood movie also featuring funny actress, Funke ‘Jenifa’ Akindele. The actor can be seen getting one or two touch-ups from the movie crew but we wonder how extremely traumatizing hilarious... Read More

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October 18, 2013

Onochie Anibeze: Brazil 2014 – The next thing Nigeria needs to do

by Onochie Anibeze And before we get to Brazil, Keshi must be bold to take some brilliant and courageous steps to make his team stronger. We have the potential to shine in Brazil but we must appreciate our shortcomings and correct them. I received many messages especially in the first half of the game. Nigerians could... Read More

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October 18, 2013

Opinion: Still on the wait for one Nigeria

by Dozie Nwafor I cease to give up hope; I refuse to quit working on my quest to self-development, believing that one day I would impact on my nation the evidences of a true nationalist. I expectantly wait for the actualization of ‘one Nigeria’. Growing up in Nigeria has been one of those rollercoaster experiences.... Read More

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October 18, 2013

Davido won’t be amused: Wizkid hails Sesan’s work after leaked ‘Skelewu’ snafu (TWEET)

by Oge Okonkwo Despite the controversy that ensued between singer Davido and Sesan Ogunro over the release of the leaked video for the massive hit ‘Skelewu’, superstar singer Wizkid has shown his support for the music director. [READ: #InCaseYouMissedIt: How director, Sesan responded to Davido’s leaked ‘Skelewu’ video (READ)] The singer tweeted on his timeline that... Read More

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October 18, 2013

Opinion: The attacking options open to Arsene Wenger are slim

by Segun Ake With games coming thick and fast in both international and club football, December approaching in the English Premier League, Arsene Wenger will need to ensure he manages Oliver Giroud’s form and fitness and give Nicklas Bendtner chances to prove himself. After the long international break that was looking like it would not... Read More

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October 18, 2013

Akin Osuntokun: Where does the South west go from Awo?

by Akin Osuntokun Lagos State has the appearance an impregnable fortress for the APC but a lot is hanging on how the departure of Governor Babatunde Fashola is managed. And if I were contending against the APC in Lagos right now, I will not be far from Alaba market and other similarly colonised havens of... Read More

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October 18, 2013

BUSTED: This fake doctor was arrested with LUTH ID card while running a mobile clinic (PICTURED)

by ‘Jola Sotubo An impostor allegedly posing as a medical doctor practicing with the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) has been nabbed by police in the state. Adeyemi Stephen Akintolure, 40, was apprehended while having in his possession a staff identity card with No. 13541, proclaiming that he occupied the lofty position of surgeon and... Read More

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October 18, 2013

Opinion: Bullet-proof cars – Jonathan needs to drop Stella Oduah from his cabinet now

by Wale Odunsi Ms. Oduah was bold to single-handedly spend N255million of our collective wealth in a frivolous manner and then say it is for the use of the establishment. Going by the outcry trailing the purchase, what if her successor decides to do without the “utility vehicles”? The stench of arrogance, lies, deceit and... Read More

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October 18, 2013

Opinion: Fuel subsidy savings – Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has done well!

by Abdullahi Seidu Yes, we abused her, insulted her family, questioned her sanity, and called her all sorts. But she was unflinching in her resolve that no more money will be paid to corrupt fuel marketers for unverified vessels of fuel purportedly brought into the country. In Nigeria, it is customary for us to throw... Read More

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October 18, 2013

500 Nigerian youth jailed in Japanese prisons – Bishop Enoch Adebayo

No fewer than 500 Nigerian youths are languishing in Japanese prisons over alleged drugs and other related offences, a Nigerian-born cleric, Bishop Enoch Adebayo, has said. Adebayo, who is the President of the Nigeria-Japan Chamber of Commerce based in Japan, told newsmen in Lagos, yesterday, that the Federal Government should take immediate action to save... Read More

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October 18, 2013

2015: Controversy as former Justice Minister, Aondoakaa’s campaign posters flood Benue

by Adeola Balogun Controversial former Attorney General of Nigeria, Mike Aondoakaa, who had somewhat gone underground has resurfaced after campaign posters bearing his image flooded Makurdi, the Benue state capital. The posters, announcing Mr. Aondoakaa’s intention to contest the 2015 governorship elections in the state, suddenly appeared in the town yesterday morning. This development has... Read More

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October 18, 2013

#InCaseYouMissedIt: Kidnappers of Oronto-Douglas’ sister demand half a billion naira ransom

by Oge Okonkwo Kidnappers of Augusta Douglas-Ayam, the sister to the Presidential Adviser on Research, Documentation and Strategy, Oronto Douglas were said to have made their demand of N500 million ransom. [READ:How Oronto Douglas’ sister was abducted in Bayelsa, police confirm kidnap] According to reports,the abductors were said to have contacted the husband of their victim and... Read More

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October 18, 2013

On her own terms: Singer, Tiwa Savage looks GORGEOUS on the cover TW magazine (PHOTOS)

by Oge Okonkwo Music superstar and MAVIN first lady Tiwa Savage is the face on the cover of the October 2013 issue of TW magazine. Ms. Savage exhibiting the aura of a made woman she is, talks about music, love and her life as a performer and as just Tiwa Savage. Gorgeous and strong!

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October 18, 2013

#AssociatedAirlinesCrash: Survivor develops gangrene, may have fingers and toes amputated

by ‘Jola Sotubo Just when it seems like all the sad news relating to the Associated Airlines plane crash had been received, reports have it that the condition of one of the crew members who survived has taken a turn for the worse. It has been revealed that Quinneth Owolabi has developed gangrene on her... Read More

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