by Sabella Abidde …it is hard, very hard to have compassion for someone – anyone for that matter– who is noted for being unkind and insensitive to the poor and the needy. Nigeria has never had a First Lady quite like this. Never! There were Flora Azikiwe, Victoria Aguyi-Ironsi, Victoria Gowon, Ajoke Mohammed, Esther Oluremi... Read More
by Isi Esene @GobePassword, a Twitter handle owned by a yet to be identified individual yesterday posted a comment online claiming that the music superstar and the self-acclaimed ‘Omo baba olowo‘ himself, Davido recorded and released his song, ‘Gobe’, without getting his approval. I am the real owner of the Gobe track http://t.co/X3JuutKK54 — Password... Read More
Hilarious video emerged today of a Chinese Communist official trashing an airport boarding gate in a rage after missing his flight. Yan Linkun and his wife were caught on CCTV trying to board at Changshui International Airport when they are reportedly told the plane had already left. Mr Yan initially reacts by pushing violently at... Read More
by Tunji Andrews At a time where the once ailing private sector, which now rests on its deathbed, and even the funds available to them being very costly to access at between 24%PA to 30%PA; would it not have been better for the CBN to focus on means to reduce the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR)... Read More
by Isi Esene Many have quipped that actress Halima Abubakar bears an uncanny resemblance to Nicki Minaj but this photo taken of her at the Oriental Hotel during the premiere of the movie, Mistresses, is a testament to this. And there’s something about her eyes that we can’t really explain… what do you think. Compare... Read More
by Isi Esene Former Aviation minister, Femi Fani-Kayode always has a unique view to issues, from the Oscar Pistorius shooting to his views on Reuben Abati; and now to sex. Fani-Kayode posted on Twitter saying: Is this true? Is sex really an act of worship? Well, let’s hear what you have to say.
A disused East German aircraft has been turned into a hotel suite by a hotel chain known for offering stays in bizarre locations. The Soviet-made Ilyushin II-18 is now luxury accommodation complete with Jacuzzi, sauna, bar, luxury kitchen diner and a flat-screen television. German news site The Local reported that the cockpit of the aircraft has been... Read More
by Isi Esene Actress, Bisi Ibidapo-Obe, who was embroiled in a paternity battle with former house of representatives m,ember, Dino Melaye has told whoever cares to listen that she has picked up the pieces of her broken heart and found new love. Ibidapo-Obe had gotten pregnant claiming Melaye was responsible for the pregnancy but the... Read More
by Kayode Komolafe Now, there could have been no problem with this reported statement of Okunrounmu if he had talked of the Yoruba elite and not the Yoruba people whose name is being invoked in vain. It is hard to see how the Yoruba are marginalised simply because none of them occupies any of the... Read More
by Akan Ido Actress, Halima Abubakar headlines the premiere of the movie, Mistresses which took place at the Oriental Hotel, Lekki, Lagos on Sunday, February 24. Present at the event was Oge Okoye, Doris Simeon, Ibinabo Fiberesima, Tana Egbo and others. See more photos below:
by Isi Esene Leke Adeboye, the last son of the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor E. A Adeboye, is seen here sharing a passionate kiss with wife, Titilope. We gather they got married in December 2011 and it’s obvious how strong the love still is. We like! [Photo: H/T... Read More
Cynics will tell you that men are only interested in one thing. And, according to the counsellors at Relate, the cynics are right – even when a man’s relationship is on the rocks. While women seek help to talk about the couple’s problems, men’s ‘driving force’ is often how to get more sex. The Relate... Read More
If you’re fed up with charging your smartphone every night – not to mention trawling through hundreds of features just to make a call – then you’re in luck. Nokia has unveiled a simple £13 mobile phone that can last for 35 days on a single charge. It is aimed at emerging markets where electricity... Read More
by Rachel Ogbu It has been an ongoing debate on if the returning of Nigerians Abroad is aiding or afflicting the Nigerian economy. Different people have very diverse views on this and it can be argued extensively; are Nigerians from Diaspora hurting or helping the nation? This week on YNaija, we would look at the various... Read More
A teen beauty queen has resigned following allegations that she appeared in a pornographic video last year, according to Delaware Online. Melissa King, who was crowned Miss Delaware Teen USA last November, stepped down Tuesday, after an “amateur” porn website posted a video featuring a woman who looks and sounds like her. As reported by Gawker, the... Read More
by Temitayo Famutimi Endeavour to interact with Twitter users who have gained appreciable level of popularity. If they notice you and like what they see, they’ll help you in your “social media climbing” by sharing your information with their followers… Though newsmakers such as hip hop stars, politicians and actors/actresses easily gather thousands of followers... Read More
What: First Bank Youth Excel Series. Where: University of Lagos Main Auditorium, Lagos. When: February 26, 2013. Photos by Hycinth Iyereosa
We must learn to use our supposed enemies to fight our own battles. There are times we will need them to open doors we cannot open just because we do not yet have the keys they have. It is possible to have a country of many activists but it not possible to change a country... Read More
by Chijioke Kaduru Lobbying has internationally become acclaimed as a part of representative democracy and like other democratic institutions, lobbying has its own best practices, which include understanding clients and government work, obeying laws, disclosing processes and building strong relations and connections. In a country with 109 senators and 360 members of the house of... Read More
from Huffington Post Not to mention, Facebook use has even been linked to lead to depression, jealousy and social isolation. Updating and browsing your Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and Instagram accounts probably makes up a huge chunk of the time you spend online — and let’s be honest, it can sometimes be a major source of stress and anxiety. Not... Read More
by Aaron Gouveia Maybe it was something as huge as taking all the credit for a game-changing business idea, or something as small as chewing gum too loudly at their desks. But whatever the reason, we all have coworkers we absolutely hate. And some of us are that coworker — whether we realize it or not.... Read More
by Jacquelyn Smith “Being a little nervous or needing a moment to get your thoughts straight are common reactions to the stress of a job interview. However, employers are usually less forgiving of mistakes that have nothing to do with nerves and everything to do with a lack of preparation or professionalism.” Placing your hand on... Read More
by Ife Adebayo The three major parties involved in this merger are parties that have shown over time that they campaign on issues; parties that have not shied away from presidential debates; parties that have clearly stated their plans for the electorate. In my Y! Politico article on January 9th 2013, I wrote that “Opposition... Read More
by Juliana Stock Fear can be one of the most crippling of all the emotions. It can paralyze and hinder progress or, when channeled, it can transform into courage. For years I’ve lived by the personal mantra, particularly in times of fear and stress — crippling or otherwise — feelings aren’t facts. For me, it’s... Read More
by Isi Esene The sheer creativity that goes into naming Christian religious programmes never fails to crack one up. The dates on the poster suggests two days have already gone in taking advantage of this all-important action-packed prison break, but, not to worry, if you miss this Season 1, there is always a Season 2... Read More
Three-year-old Michael Gonzalez is running out of time. According to news reports, the Florida toddler has food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome, a condition that makes him intolerant to milk and soy. NBC News reported that his symptoms include vomiting and diarrhea so severe that he becomes dehydrated. His particular case is so serious that the only food... Read More
by Aderonke Adebanjo To all ladies out there – you got the beauty, the brains, but no beau, IT’S OK. Keep doing you. Take the advice that enriches your life experiences and wait patiently, trusting that at the right time, love will come knocking… Okay, so let’s pick up from where we left off. We... Read More
by Barrakam Facebook offers me nothing that I cannot get in a phone call, a video call, a postal letter, a paper greeting card, an email, a chat or a web page with photos on it. It seems to me it is a lazy person’s way to “keep in touch.” There are a number of... Read More
JOHANNESBURG — Oscar Pistorius planned a personal memorial service on Tuesday for Reeva Steenkamp, the 29-year-old model he shot at his home on Valentine’s Day. The evening service would be at the Pretoria home of his uncle Arnold, where the Olympic athlete has been staying since he was released on bail awaiting trial on a... Read More
by Isi Esene A 30-year-old man, Opukeme George was yesterday sentenced to 20 years imprisonment by an Asaba High Court for killing his father with a cutlass. George who is from Bomadi Local Government Area of Delta State was found guilty of killing his father after a quarrel over missing fish. The accused person who... Read More