by Oge Okonkwo A retired 49-year-old soldier, Kayode Sotunde, had no inclination that the journey he undertook from Gboko to Kano on April 11, was going to be his last, as he did not make it to Kano alive. The commercial bus he boarded crashed on the way killing the ex-soldier alongside 17 others. Like a cat... Read More
by Akan Ido Singer, Toni Braxton recently suffered an embarrassing wardrobe malfunction on stage as she performed in New Brunswick. He entire backside was exposed to the audience at the concert when her shimmering barely-there dress slid down her back showing the singer’s derriere. Braxton, however, made the best of the embarrassing situation as she... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned! In an amusing turn of events, an American woman who was ordered by a court to pay her ex-husband $50.12 as part of a divorce settlement sent the money to him in pennies delivered in Tupperware filled with rice and beans. To add insult... Read More
by Akan Ido Etisalat Nigeria last weekend launched the Etisalat Cloud 9, a first of its kind music platform that offers unique end-to-end experiential music performances from upcoming breakthrough artists and legendary iconic musicians. The A-List event which held at Villa Medici, Victoria Island, Lagos had celebrity guests such as Toke Makinwa, Wunikan Mukan, Tokini... Read More
Pastor A.J. Aamir recently told his leadership staff at Resurrecting Faith, DO NOT wear weaves. Pastor Aamir feels women wearing weaves presents a false image of themselves and are associated with women who have low self-esteem. “Our black women are getting weaves trying to be something and someone they are not. Be real with yourself... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo What would simply be described as a miracle, occurred in the life of Alex Anosike, an engineer by profession, who cheated death after being shot in the six times, five of the shots in the head and the last one on his shoulder,on July 21. Mr. Anosike’s near death experience happened shortly... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo Former President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida yesterday turned 72. The former military ruler chose to have a private ceremony to celebrate the occasion with his family and close friends. The day was marked with special prayers and celebrated with members of his inner circle and a few business associates at his Minna, Niger... Read More
by Mina Ogbanga …irrespective of who is right or who is wrong, it is most obvious that this continued strike will do the nation no good. I am an unrepentant optimist but as days go by my pessimism over certain issues take the best of me. Yes, it’s the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU)... Read More
by Debo Adejugbe Rather than wasting our collective time on a process that the next regime will seek to amend, just like the regimes before it, we should embark on the process of evolving a new constitution entirely. As expected, the present constitution amendment process embarked upon by the National Assembly is generating a lot... Read More
The remains of renowned evangelist and founder of World Soul Winning Evangelistic Ministry (WOSEM), Prophet Timothy Oluwole Obadare was yesterday interred at Ilekki, Ilesa, Osun state amidst prayers and words of exhortation for all Christians to emulate the virtues of the late clergyman. The WOSEM Shiloh, where the multi million naira mausoleum is located, played... Read More
by Isi Esene The state of emergency declared by the federal government against the dreaded Islamic militant sect, Boko Haram has reached another level as President Goodluck Jonathan takes actions to further boost the military presence in the North-east of the country where the insurgents operate. Reports say the president is set to establish a... Read More
by Isi Esene The presidency has insisted that the newly registered All Progressives Congress (APC) will not stand the test of time. It says 70 per cent of the members are all those rejected by the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). While speaking yesterday on Liberty FM, Kaduna radio interview programme, Doyin Okupe, the senior... Read More
Atheists tend to be more intelligent than religious people, according to a US study. Researchers found that those with high IQs had greater self-control and were able to do more for themselves – so did not need the benefits that religion provides. They also have better self esteem and built more supportive relationships, the study... Read More
by Isi Esene As universities lecturers continue their stay at home action awaiting an amicable resolution of the lingering dispute between their Union, the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and the federal government, its president, Nasir Fagge has expressed optimism that the strike will end soon. Fagge insists that the F needs to vote... Read More
by Azubuike Ishiekwene I felt a bit ashamed and awkward reading Fani-Kayode’s piece. It is not a piece that should have been written by a former federal minister. Nor does it, in my view, reflect the deepest sentiments of many Yorubas I have known, lived and worked with, among whom are my mentors and best... Read More
by Femi Aribisala A disciple of Jesus is never a master but a servant. Jesus loves as a servant: therefore, so should we. A disciple of Jesus is never a shepherd but a sheep. We should not arrogate ourselves as “Men of God.” A disciple of Jesus is never a master but a servant. ... Read More
by Tunde Fagbenle We used to sleep over at each other’s house interchangeably. And our families were so close. We didn’t see one as Igbo and the other as Yoruba. We slept and ate at each other’s house and our fathers didn’t frown on it. Dear Afam, I don’t know where you are, Afam, I... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo The Tiwa Savage and Tee Billz romance has been growing stronger by the day. The couple who have made no secret of their love have picked a date for their much anticipated wedding. Tunji Balogun aka Tee Billz popped the question earlier this year and asked the sultry songstress to be his... Read More
by Simon Kolawole Most of our attention is usually on the Federal Government, especially Presidency. We hardly scrutinise what states and councils waste on frivolous items in a country where a N200,000 borehole can prevent a dozen cholera-induced deaths. This story often gladdens me and, at the same time, angers me. There is a community... Read More
by Seun Okegbemiro These networks think people are actually fools and continue to behave non chalant. Bribing the average masses with massive ‘blind folding’ campaigns like Saka’s “I don port o” or some “win an aeroplane” promos while not providing a basic amenity. Many a times we talk about the incompetence of Nigerians in... Read More
by Chukwuemerie Uduchukwu Chief Kayode should utilize his wisdom and intelligence to make useful contributions that will promote the national unity instead of releasing statements that will cause Nigerians to promote tribalism. Also the governments and elders of the south-west geopolitical zone should call Chief Femi Fani-Kayode to order. After reading articles written by the... Read More
by Salim Salihu Muhammed No doubt, Nigeria is making progress in industrial growth, the absence of infrastructure to complement the concerted efforts of attracted investments is slowing down employment opportunities that abounds the ever increasing work force. Many countries over the world, including “third world countries” had had one plausible transformation stride or the other,... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo Watch this hilarious video of comedian, I Go Dye mingling with the who’s who of Nigerian politics. He hangs out with former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Edo state Governor Adams Oshiomole, Delta State Governor Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan, among others. The footage is cut from I Go Dye‘s current DVD ‘The Game Changer.’
by Henry C. Onyeoma Second, Fani-Kayode’s essays, especially the second one, turned history on its head. It should not be unchallenged because it is a beautiful mixture of half-truths and inaccuracies that can cause a lot of damage to readers who are uncritical or lack the inclination or facility to cross-check Fani-Kayode’s presentations. Nearly fifteen... Read More
Forty ball pythons were discovered in a motel room in Brantford, Canada Thursday where five children including an infant were staying. The python owners had rented a room for one night at the Bell City Motel after being evicted from their former residence. Their landlord called police to inform them that the family had taken... Read More
The Metropolitan Police has said it is assessing information it has recently received in relation to the deaths of Princess Diana and Dodi Al Fayed. In a statement, the force said it was ‘scoping information’ in relation to the deaths and ‘assessing its relevance and credibility’. A Met Police spokesman said: ‘The assessment will be... Read More
Toni Braxton’s dress did the world a favor and slid right off while she was performing — exposing her voluptuous ass — and TMZ has the glorious moment. It went down during Toni’s concert this week in New Brunswick, NJ. In the middle of a song, Toni’s ensemble — which resembled a loin cloth dipped... Read More
RICHARD HARBUS/FOR NEW YORK DAILY NEWS Oluwole Olofin, a cab driver who was shot in the head 21 years ago during an argument with a patron, has succumbed to his injuries. Oluwole Olofin was at the wheel of his cab when he was murdered in 1992, but it took him 21 more years to die.... Read More