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Iron fist: Gambia outlaws male prostitution, cross-dressing & singing of abusive songs in public
The Gambia introduced a raft of new laws on Tuesday criminalising male prostitution, cross-dressing and the singing of abusive songs in public. The move reflects the "current socio-political realities" in…
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Photo of the Day: Atiku 2015 shoes now available, go get yours NOW
by Isi Esene With the race for the 2015 elections drawing closer, the likely candidates have begun repositioning themselves for poll position. One candidates who many believe is eyeing that…
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9 attributes every employer desperately wants
by Brent Beshore “Good enough” is the enemy of great. It allows corners to be cut, excuses to be made, and opportunities to be lost. Excellence requires a frustrating amount…
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Lagos stands still – and more, in today’s news roundup with Cheta Nwanze
by Cheta Nwanze The ACN itself, does not have a stellar record when it comes to traffic management in Lagos as the charade that happened during Jagaban's last birthday bash…
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5 things he wants you to say in bed
by Margeaux Baulch Klein For a man, nothing is sexier than a woman who is loud in bed and participates in a little dirty talk. Below are five things your…
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Sad: Entertainment lawyer, Efere Ozako is dead
by Akan Ido Efere Ozako, the talented entertainment lawyer is dead. He reportedly died yesterday after returning from a trip to South Africa. Ozako was said to have complained of…
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Boston Bombings: “God, please don’t let it be a Muslim”
by Wajahat Ali The twin bomb blasts at the Boston Marathon, which killed two and injured at least 176, inspired divergent responses to a sudden, senseless tragedy. In the immediate…
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Opinion: Rotimi Amaechi’s timidity theory
by Uche Igwe Truth be told, watching Amaechi’s style, one will say that far from a derogatory intention, his true purpose in making that declaration is to challenge the long…
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Olusegun Adeniyi: Are market forces suspended when it comes to the Nigerian Stock Exchange?
by Olusegun Adeniyi While I am not a fan of the embattled SEC DG, Ms Arunma Oteh, who evidently needs some lessons in humility and human relations, it is also…
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Former NYSC member, now an amputee blames the corps for missing right leg (PICTURED)
by Rachel Ogbu Unogu Photo: Punch A former National Youth Service Corps member, Emmanuel Unogu, who had a ghastly accident while on his way to Oron where he served in Akwa Ibom…
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How pregnant woman’s husband and in-laws ‘stomped on her stomach’ and killed her unborn child
by Rachel Ogbu Photo: Daily Mail An Indian man and his family are now in police custody after they allegedly assaulted his pregnant wife for refusing to abort a two-month-old…
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“I can order a plate of food that is worth N500 and give the seller N50,000” – Davido on his, er, uncommon generosity
by Chi Ibe David Adeleke known better as the artiste, Davido, recently said being charitable to strangers was his way of giving back to the society. In an interview, he gave an…
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TB Joshua predicted the Boston marathon explosion? (WATCH)
by Chi Ibe Emmanuel TV has released a new YouTube video claiming that Prophet T.B. Joshua prophesied the recent devastating terrorist bombing attacks in Boston, Massachusetts USA long before they…
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“I will so kick your behind you won’t ever sit again”: Ini Edo issues threat on Twitter as she shares racy photo (LOOK)
by Chi Ibe This picture of Nollywood actress, Ini Edo in a racy black number captured her on set during production of her recently released movie, 'Behind the melodies' and it's…
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Anarchy: 1 suspected terrorist lynched and burnt in mob attack, another arrested after bomb goes off in Kano
by Rachel Ogbu An angry mob has killed a suspected bomber in Kano on Wednesday near the Emir of Kano’s palace. According to reports, the suspected bomber was caught just…
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Witchdoctor sentenced to death for beheading 11-year-old boy for ‘better luck’ ritual
Belief in the occult is common in rural India. Picture: AP A witch doctor who beheaded an 11-year-old boy and offered the head as a sacrifice to a goddess to…
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Just in: One person has been arrested for Boston bombings, says CNN | Not true, says Boston police
by Hauwa Gambo A source has just told CNN that an arrest has been made in the Boston Marathon bombings. According to the network, "The arrest came after analysis of…
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The Diet Glasses: Bizarre invention tricks you into eating less (PHOTO)
A man eats a cookie with a camera-equipped special goggle develped by a Tokyo University professor. The equipment makes cookies bigger to help users' diet. (AFP) JAPAN: Goggles that trick the…
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WTH! Man arrested for possessing child porn owned a collection of 1 million videos (PICTURED)
A Florida man got busted for allegedly amassing the largest collection of child porn in the state's history. John Shearen had between 500,000 and 1 million full-length videos and images…
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4 type of guys you don’t need in your life
by Jessica Padykula Paying for some things is OK, but if you're with a guy who never has any money (or just has an aversion to spending his own), get…
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Stripped, a short story by Olubunmi Familoni
by Olubunmi Familoni The stripping procedure was always the same—Sniffs would do the top half of the corpse, while I covered the bottom, the trouser pockets. I didn’t like this;…
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Maltina thrill consumers at Lagos Carnival, stages biggest ever flash mob in Nigeria
by Isi Esene In line with its resolve and determination to consistently engage its consumers, leading Malt brand, Maltina, from the stables of Nigeria Breweries Plc, thrilled consumers and Nigerians…
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Crazy in love: Woman tattoos boyfriend’s name on face after first date (PHOTOS)
How far would you go for love? A recent Russian college graduate has taken instant devotion to new heights by allowing her boyfriend to tattoo her face on their very…
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Feeling low? 20 great quotes to get you through tough times
by Nat Every single one of us has been there. We’ve all been down in the dumps. We’ve all felt hopeless. We’ve all felt like all the hard work we’ve…
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‘Ifreke talks Sports: At Arsenal, it’s French or bench
by ‘Ifreke Inyang But it is important that Wenger puts a clinical finisher on his summer shopping list and at least challenge for the major trophies next season. Last season,…
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SEE 2face and Annie, Davido, Ice-Prince, Denrele, Bovi, OAP Gbemi, others at the MTV Base event (PHOTOS)
Ice Prince, Ehis, 2face, Davido & others What: MTV Base Africa All Stars Party. Where: Civic Centre, V.I, Lagos. When: April 14, 2012. Photos by Hycinth Iyereosa 2face Idibia Annie…
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“In a way we’re all Thatcherites” – 31 Margaret Thatcher funeral quotes
David Cameron arrives at Margaret Thatcher's funeral. Photograph: Chris Jackson/Getty Images "In a way we're all Thatcherites." – David Cameron on Radio 4 Today programme. "Watching the funeral, finding it hard not…
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20 foods that will help you lose weight
by Nat What’s the old saying? “I can eat whatever I want and I won’t gain a pound!” Um, that’s more like everyone’s wish. Sadly that phrase is only true…
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Aw: Tinsel’s Chuks & Eneh actors wed in Lagos (SNAPSHOT)
by Isi Esene Iyke Okechukwu and Florence Uwaleke, both Tinsel actors, got married on Wednesday, April 17, in Surulere, Lagos. READ: Life imitates art: Tinsel stars, Chuks and Ene, wed (SNAPSHOT)…
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Hey ladies, let me show you how to get him to propose!
by Steve Harris Ladies! How do you get him to want you as much as you want him without him knowing that you want him to want you? This one’s…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy