by Muyiwa Adetiba So for the young— and not so young— a car is a get away place (and that includes all kinds of ‘get away’). It can also be an improvised theatre for frolics and experiments. They say a dog is a man’s best friend. I disagree. In this part of the world, it... Read More
by Jaye Gaskia When a nation’s workforce is untrained, unskilled, and or has no opportunities to or lacks access to qualitative retraining and skills development, then such a nation’s economy will either fail to grow or slide into a decline relative to the economy of others where the reverse is the case. Let us begin... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo Musician, Praiz must have had a premonition of what was coming his way when he sang his hit track “Rich and Famous”. Needless to say, he is now both. The project fame winner and MTN ambassador recently shared a picture of his new Mercedes Benz sedan, a sleek white beauty, via Instagram... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo A gang of suspected armed robbers struck at Gandi village in Rabah Local government of Sokoto State, at the home of a business tycoon, Yawale Gandi , at about 3.00 pm, shooting and killing a 15-year-old boy and injuring a 20-year-old man. The hoodlums were reported to have made away with an undisclosed amount... Read More
by Akan Ido Even the best intended messages can come out warped just like these Christian religious signs somehow conveys not-too-holy meanings to the reader. Check out these signs and let us know which is your favourite quote, they’re hilarious. ... Read More
A rapist who was put behind bars today faces an agonising wait to find out if he has caught HIV from his victim. Richard Thomas, 27, collapsed when police informed him about the woman’s medical status and is still waiting to hear if he has contracted the incurable virus. Thomas, of Leigh in Greater Manchester,... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo Channel O in collaboration with Forbes Africa yesterday presented a list of the top 10 most bankable artistes in Africa. The list was compiled by taking into consideration factors such as endorsement value, popularity, show rates, Sales, awards, YouTube views, appearance in newspapers, investment, social media presence, Influence and so many... Read More
by Akan Ido The religious fervour currently running through Ghana is reflected in their amazing posters advertising church events. But very few can compare to the one above showing a prophet apparently battle-ready for combat. With spiritual and physical protection like this even the Arch-enemy would do a rethink approaching Nigeria’s western neighbours while the... Read More
A bus driver is being investigated by his bosses after he was apparently caught on film urinating on his vehicle. The film, which was shot by a passerby, appears to show the driver zipping up his flies after relieving himself out of a gap between the central doors of his empty bus. Johnson Rotimi,... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo Nigerian songstress, Waje celebrated her birthday yesterday night at Sailor’s in Lekki, Lagos. The party had in attendance her close friends, music industry colleagues and many more. Notable guests were Omawumi, Tiwa Savage, Sasha, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, Toke Makinwa, Kaffy, Mai Ataifo and Noble Igwe. Photos below: ... Read More
by Lisa Antao Usually, mouth ulcers occur when the body’s immune system is weak. 1. Pain in upper molars — Sinusitis The root cause of acute pain in the upper molars is sinusitis. When the maxillary sinus-air cavities within the cheek bones, above the upper jaw, becomes inflamed due to infection, it exerts pressure on... Read More
by Adeola Balogun It is rumoured that all is not well with the affairs of late Pastor Elijah Iretiola Ajanaku as his family members are said to be at loggerheads over the division of his vast estate. According to reports, family members of Pastor Ajanaku have been coming around to see what he left behind.... Read More
by Seema Sinha 1. Ask mood uplifting questions in the morning like what makes you happy, what are you happy and excited about in your life currently. This is a good exercise to bring in positivity in you when you start your day.2. Make a deal with yourself. You can even make a small deal... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo The Nigerian community in Abidjan has been left in shock by the death of one of their own. Queen Ebimaho, was last week found in a pool of blood inside a brothel in Ajame, Abidjan, cote d’ivoire. The incident has left other Nigerians in the city afraid for their lives as other members... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo This year’s Nigerian Entertainment Awards ceremony was a special one for singer Dammy Krane as he got to reunite with his mother after a long time apart. The star’s mum has been resident in the U.S while Dammy has been in Nigeria. From all accounts, it was a touching reunion... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo We hear news that the past winner of Big Brother Africa, Karen Igho was robbed of all her valuables by thieves, last night. She confirmed the incident from her tweets below : https://twitter.com/Karen_Igho/statuses/374477422198292480 Thank God I'm alive — karenigho (@Karen_Igho) September 2, 2013 Although precise reports about the how and where the... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo Nigerian footballer and Seattle Sounders FC striker, Obafemi Martins, shared this photo of his home and fleet of exotic cars via Instagram. Perks of being a star, Obafemi sure knows how to flaunt what he’s got.
by Osione Abokhai “I thought of how my hope ebbed away when I saw what the man was wearing.” I was in a bus once, travelling a long way from a remote village in the east of Nigeria when I looked outside the window and saw the picture of a man. He was the Councillor of... Read More
What: Karaoke Pulse 3. Where: Murphy Plaza, V.I, Lagos. When: August 31, 2013. Photos by Hycinth Iyereosa
Officers arrested the couple running the factory on suspicion of labour and child labour exploitation. An Argentine mom swapped her 11-year-old daughter for a freezer, police said. Pabla Cesarina Monzon Aldana, 30, allegedly gave her child to a neighbour in exchange for the kitchen appliance and several other household items. The youngster was then forced... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo For allegedly inflicting severe injuries to her co-wife, one Zainab Abba, a 30-year-old woman, Hadiza Abba have been brought before Area Court in Jos, Plateau, on Monday. The suspect was reported to have poured steaming hot water on Mrs. Zainab at about 3p.m. on August 4, 2013. According to police First Information Report (FIR), the... Read More
Wearing his pilot uniform and headgear, the boy, from China, managed to fly the plane without any assistance as his instructor sat beside him A picture of the pilot Duoduo from his father’s Weibo account A five-year-old boy has become the world’s youngest ever pilot. He Yide, nicknamed Duoduo, from China made a 35-minute flight across the... Read More
Fatima Zara Modibbo won the prize for Excellence in Public Service at the 2010 edition of The Future Awards Africa. She is a medical doctor with special interest in public health issues and preventive medicine, with emphasis on women and children. She attended the University of Maiduguri, from where she graduated in 2007, after which... Read More
Predator: Simon Wood at a fundraising event for BA’s charity work in Africa British Airways pilot used his position to abuse hundreds of vulnerable children in African schools and orphanages, the Daily Mail can reveal. First Officer Simon Wood, 54, claimed he was carrying out charity work for the airline while molesting scores of young... Read More
A teacher of Cleveland primary school in Kisalosalo zone, Kyebando, suffered horrendous burns Sunday morning at the hands of her infuriated husband over alleged insubordination. Jane Babirye suffered burns to her breasts, arms and thighs when her husband, Shaban Kayondo, burnt her with a hot flat iron for leaving their children at home unattended to... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo Model and media personality, Isio Wanogho and Tinsel actor, Gideon Okeke are the faces covering the September issue of Complete Fashion magazine. Looking pretty and chic on the cover, Isio dishes out on her new career path of becoming an interior designer while Gideon, looking sharp with the combination of a black blazer... Read More
by Lisa Antao They can act as migraine triggers because they too contain tyramine. 1. Diet A headache is a discomfort or a pressure-like sensation in the head. A migraine is a common type of headache that usually occurs on one side of the head. Dietician Dr Sunita Dube agrees that one’s diet can affect headaches and... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo Rita Dominic definitely showed her regal side wearing a blue gown and a matching cape which was designed by Ugonna Umeruo’s House of Nwocha, which she wore at the 8th edition of Nigeria Entertainment Awards which held last night in New York. Rita won an award as best lead actress for her role in... Read More
by Aruna Rathod In a relationship, there is a need for emotional security and bonding. 1. He introduces you as his girlfriend If you have been going around for some time and he, one day, just introduces you very comfortably to his friends saying, “Meet my girlfriend,” it’s a milestone. It means he has accepted... Read More