Opinion: The South-West does not necessarily need Tinubu-style political integration

by Oluwatosin Fatoyinbo The party flag bearer is decided in Lagos at the home of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. This had been done for all the ACN controlled states and Ondo was no exception. Never in the history of Ondo state had a sitting governor been re-elected without controversy. Dr Olusegun Agagu was declared winner... Read More

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July 26, 2013

Sickening: Pony severely mutilated by suspected Satanic cult for rituals

A Satanic cult has been blamed for the sickening death of a pony, which was found horrifically mutilated and laying in the remnants of a ring of fire after full moon. Police are investigating after the young male had its genitals, right ear and tongue sliced off, and eyes gouged out. It is thought the... Read More

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July 26, 2013

Ladies, see 4 signs that tell when a relationship is over

by Jessica Padykula ….we can all appreciate a good looking guy, but if you find yourself doing more than just looking – whether it’s flirting or wishing you could do more than flirt – you’re on the road to relationship demise. He’s fading from future plans If, when you start thinking about future plans and goals,... Read More

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July 26, 2013

Actress, Genevieve Nnaji, Oge Okoye, Susan Peters, others at the ‘Fascinating Nigeria’ event in Abuja (PHOTOS)

by Chi Ibe Celebrities, Susan Peters, Obi Emelonye, Charles Novia, Patience Ozokwor, Oge Okoye, Venita Akpofure, Yvonne Nwosu, Igoni Archibong, Enyinna Nwigwe, Eva Alordiah were among the invited guests to the presidential villa for the launch of Fascinating Nigeria. Segun Arinze, Genevieve Nnaji, Olu Jacobs, PSquare, 2face, Iyanya were also present at the event. Egor Efiok... Read More

July 26, 2013

Just chilling: Nigerian footballer, Mikel Obi hangs out with Ace Production Duo, Studio Magic in the UK (LOOK)

by Chi Ibe Nigerian Football Star, Mikel Obi was spotted with UK-based production duo, Studio Magic to celebrate one of the boys birthday. Platinum Toxx was a year older yesterday, July 25, 2013. Studio Magic made up of Platinum Toxx and Headphones have worked with the likes of Ajebutter22, L. Marshall, Falz, Dr. Sid, Boj and their debut LP... Read More

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July 26, 2013

Revealed: 5 things he wants you to know about him (but won’t say)

by George Troy ….you think there’s an ulterior motive or a hidden meaning, and that if you just ask us six more times, you’ll get it out of us. Hate to break it to you, but guys just aren’t that deep. 1. HE THINKS ABOUT SEX ALL THE TIME Yes, it’s true. The average male under... Read More

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July 26, 2013

SEE contestants for the Miss University Nigeria 2013 beauty pageant (PHOTOS)

by Chisom Ukaegbu The annual Miss University Nigeria beauty pageant is here and the list of 2013 participants is out. The contestants were shortlisted from 53 universities across the nation. Last year edition was won by Miss University of Benin representative, Winfrey Okolo. View the full list of representative of 2013 edition of Miss University... Read More

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July 26, 2013

15 signs you’re dangerously addicted to men

by Kiri Blakeley You are constantly making excuses for his behavior by saying things like, “He’s not usually like this,” or “He’s been under a lot of stress lately,” or “He had a bad childhood.” Are you addicted to a man or men?When we think of addiction, we don’t generally think in terms of relationships, but an... Read More

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July 26, 2013

Conjoined twins: Two-headed baby born in India (PHOTOS)

A pair of conjoined twins have been born in India with two heads but just one body. The boys’ heads, nervous systems and backbones are separate. The backbones are joined below the pelvis and they share a rib cage and shoulder girdle. Doctors say they believe they can save the lives of the boys who... Read More

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July 26, 2013

Strike: ASUU rejects new deal with FG

by Oge Okonkwo The strike embarked upon by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) may be prolonged as the union has rejected the offer made by the Federal Government to re-negotiate their 2009 agreement. The Chairman of UNN-ASUU, Dr. Ifeanyi Abada, made this known during a press briefing after the congress attended by some... Read More

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July 26, 2013

Fresh out: Rapper, Modenine features Vector in ‘Zoning Out’ [DOWNLOAD]

by Chi Ibe Modenine teams up with fellow heavyweight rapper, Vector to deliver a new gritty rap joint, titled Zoning Out. Click here to download: Zoning-Out

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July 26, 2013

“There is a lack of ownership of the 1999 Constitution” – Oby Ezekwesili addresses the #ChildNotBride debate (TWEETS)

by Isi Esene Former World Bank Vice President, Oby Ezekwesili has lent her voice to the growing number of Nigerians objection to the inability of the Senate to make amendments to Section 29 of the Nigerian Constitution which allows young girls to make decisions bothering on their nationality based on their marital status. Ezekwesile who... Read More

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July 26, 2013

Busted: 5 Bayelsa community leaders arrested for diverting flood relief materials

by Rachel Ogbu Five community leaders have been arrested in Bayelsa State for diverting relief materials meant for flood ravaged communities in 2012. The Chairman of the Bayelsa State Post Flood Management Committee, Francis Doukpola, spoke in Yenagoa on Thursday that the five community leaders diverted bags of cements supplied by the committee to the communities... Read More

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July 26, 2013

Man allegedly kidnapped and killed by his friend in Benue

by Rachel Ogbu Investigations into the death of 39-year-old father of three, Tartseagh Boshien, has begun after he was reportedly kidnapped and killed by a gang allegedly led by his friend in Makurdi, Benue State. Boshien was a senior driver with the Benue State Urban Development Board. He was said to have left Makurdi last... Read More

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July 26, 2013

Overflowing grief: 15 soldiers killed by Boko Haram get national burial

by Rachel Ogbu There were heart breaking tears and mourning from relatives and friends of the two Army Majors and 13 soldiers killed by Boko Haram terrorists in Borno, Yobe, and UNAMID operations in Darfur, Sudan, who were buried yesterday at the National Military Cemetery in Abuja. During the national burial, President Goodluck Jonathan... Read More

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July 26, 2013

Busted: Businessman charged with bigamy after wife discovers his secret marriage to Chinese bride

A British businessman could be jailed after his English wife reportedly found intimate pictures of his secret Chinese bride. According to reports, the businessman, known only as ‘Frank’, faces up to two years in prison in China after he was charged with bigamy by a court in the city of Guangzhou, in the south east... Read More

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July 26, 2013

Opinion: Professor Chinedu Nebo and the power sector demons

by Sunny Igbaonugo In all, the destination of the journey is the takeover of the power sector by private owners, which is expected to happen in a few months time, given the extensive work already covered. This is the true picture. Quintus Fabius Maximus Verrucosus, was a Roman General. In 217 BC, he was faced... Read More

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July 26, 2013

Diezani Alison-Madueke: Innovation and change in the Petroleum Industry

by Diezani Alison-Madueke The supply of petroleum products at controlled prices to riverine communities in the Niger Delta has been significantly enhanced with an increase in the number of operational Floating Mega Stations from 6 to 9 over the same period. The Ministry of Petroleum Resources has in the last two years vigorously pursued the... Read More

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July 26, 2013

SCAM: Teacher charged for impersonating Fashola and Aregbesola’s wife (PICTURED)

by Chi Ibe A 53-year old teacher on grade level 10, Asogbon Victoria Abosede has pleaded not guilty for impersonating the First Lady of Lagos State Governor, Emmanuela Abimbola Fashola and her Osun State Counterpart, Sherifat Aregbesola. Asogbon appeared before an Ikeja Magistrate’s Court facing a 10-count charge filed by the Lagos Attorney General before... Read More

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July 26, 2013

South African ‘serial rapist’ with HIV found dead in prison cell (PICTURED)

by Rachel Ogbu Sifiso Makhubo who is known to be one of South Africa’s worst serial rapists has been found dead in his prison cell, new reports say. Just hours before his trial was due to start, Makhubo who faced 122 charges and murder was found hanging. Authorities suspect he used a blanket but they... Read More

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July 26, 2013

“I am going nowhere,” Amaechi speaks on BBC Hardtalk, addresses 2015 rumours (WATCH)

by Rachel Ogbu Governor Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi has appeared on the BBC Hardtalk show to address issues surrounding his highly public dispute with President Goodluck Jonathan. He spoke about his suspension from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), about his “ambitions” for 2015 and what Nigerian politicians need to address in order to stop political problems harming... Read More

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July 26, 2013

First lady Dame Patience Jonathan arrived Abuja Wednesday night from Switzerland after the death of her step-mother

Nigeria’s first lady,Dame Patience Jonathan, arrived Abuja from Switzerland on late on Wednesday,24th July , following the death of her step-mother. She was welcomed by her husband President Goodluck Jonathan and her mother-in-law Mrs Eunice Jonathan and was paid condolence visits from dignitaries like the former head of state Gen. Abdulsalami Abubakar,PDP BOT member, Chief... Read More

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July 26, 2013

Opinion: Jonathan’s visit to Obasanjo – The tête-à-tête

by Gbenga Omotoso I simply suggested a carrot-and-stick approach. Is that not what you’re doing now? Nobody can gag me o; tell them that I, Aremu Okikiola Obasanjo Baba Iyabo, will never be gagged. I will continue to say my own. Anybody who doesn’t like it, dat na im toro. It was meant to be... Read More

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July 26, 2013

Artiste, Dammy Krane drops new video, Xteristics (WATCH)

by Rachel Ogbu Dammy Krane has released the new video for his single, ‘Xteristics’. Produced by Hypertek, the video has some pretty commendable shots. Watch it here:

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July 26, 2013

Meet the world’s oldest man alive at age 112, I eat bananas daily

Salustiano Sanchez-Blazquez puts it down to eating a banana a day. The 112-year-old New Yorker has been just crowned the oldest man in the world after Jiroemon Kimura died last month at age 116. Sanchez-Blazquez, nicknamed ‘Shorty’, said a daily intake of bananas and six Anacin tablets contributed to his longevity. ‘I’m an old man... Read More

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July 26, 2013

Woman squeezes infected ‘insect bite’ on stomach and discovers she is infested with 14 flesh eating maggots after visiting Africa

A British woman returned from doing charity work in Africa to find flesh-eating maggots living – and wriggling – in her stomach. Catherine Stewart, 28, from Liverpool, visited The Gambia to better understand how the charity she worked for in the UK was helping the West African country’s inhabitants. Within weeks of returning home from... Read More

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July 26, 2013

Arms collector had her finger blown off by ‘decommissioned’ grenade when it exploded in her hand

An arms collector examining a ‘decommissioned’ grenade at a military show had her finger blown off when it exploded in her hand. Sarah Bluck, 48, was inspecting four grenade casings and was unaware one of them was still loaded with munitions. The blast tore off the end of her left middle finger and also caused... Read More

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July 26, 2013

Harry Potter author, JK Rowling reveals story behind pseudonym used for her recent bestseller

Author JK Rowling has revealed she spent a week practicing the fake signature of her pseudonym, Robert Galbraith – the name she used for her new detective novel. The Harry Potter creator signed a few copies of the book under her pen name, after working on the fake autograph. ‘While we can’t verify whether any... Read More

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July 26, 2013

Giving the fans what they want! David Beckham strips off his shirt to reveal his athletic torso in ad for his new fragrance

He may have retired from professional football, but David Beckham’s many admirers needn’t worry about him disappearing from our screens altogether. Becks takes a starring role in the new advert for his latest fragrance, and gives fans a glimpse of his famously honed form in the process. The 38-year-old posted the promo on his YouTube... Read More

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July 26, 2013

Femi Maderera: Weeky spot in the wall (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Femi Maderera “The voice came, without a physical body this time… ‘Talk to me,’ the voice said.” It finally hit her. She lay curled up in a fetal position, wishing she could talk about it, imagining lying on a therapist’s couch and talking,wishing she could shave off her burden. Depression finally made sense. The... Read More

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Opinion: The South-West does not necessarily need Tinubu-style political integration

Sickening: Pony severely mutilated by suspected Satanic cult for rituals

Ladies, see 4 signs that tell when a relationship is over

Actress, Genevieve Nnaji, Oge Okoye, Susan Peters, others at the ‘Fascinating Nigeria’ event in Abuja (PHOTOS)

Just chilling: Nigerian footballer, Mikel Obi hangs out with Ace Production Duo, Studio Magic in the UK (LOOK)

Revealed: 5 things he wants you to know about him (but won’t say)

SEE contestants for the Miss University Nigeria 2013 beauty pageant (PHOTOS)

15 signs you’re dangerously addicted to men

Conjoined twins: Two-headed baby born in India (PHOTOS)

Strike: ASUU rejects new deal with FG

Fresh out: Rapper, Modenine features Vector in ‘Zoning Out’ [DOWNLOAD]

“There is a lack of ownership of the 1999 Constitution” – Oby Ezekwesili addresses the #ChildNotBride debate (TWEETS)

Busted: 5 Bayelsa community leaders arrested for diverting flood relief materials

Man allegedly kidnapped and killed by his friend in Benue

Overflowing grief: 15 soldiers killed by Boko Haram get national burial

Busted: Businessman charged with bigamy after wife discovers his secret marriage to Chinese bride

Opinion: Professor Chinedu Nebo and the power sector demons

Diezani Alison-Madueke: Innovation and change in the Petroleum Industry

SCAM: Teacher charged for impersonating Fashola and Aregbesola’s wife (PICTURED)

South African ‘serial rapist’ with HIV found dead in prison cell (PICTURED)

“I am going nowhere,” Amaechi speaks on BBC Hardtalk, addresses 2015 rumours (WATCH)

First lady Dame Patience Jonathan arrived Abuja Wednesday night from Switzerland after the death of her step-mother

Opinion: Jonathan’s visit to Obasanjo – The tête-à-tête

Artiste, Dammy Krane drops new video, Xteristics (WATCH)

Meet the world’s oldest man alive at age 112, I eat bananas daily

Woman squeezes infected ‘insect bite’ on stomach and discovers she is infested with 14 flesh eating maggots after visiting Africa

Arms collector had her finger blown off by ‘decommissioned’ grenade when it exploded in her hand

Harry Potter author, JK Rowling reveals story behind pseudonym used for her recent bestseller

Giving the fans what they want! David Beckham strips off his shirt to reveal his athletic torso in ad for his new fragrance

Femi Maderera: Weeky spot in the wall (30 Days, 30 Voices)

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