by Isi Esene The Future Awards Symposium for Young & Emerging Leaders to hold April 4 – 7 – Hosted by the Government of Ekiti State, Nigeria The Future Project has announced the second edition of The Nigeria Symposium for Young & Emerging Leaders, an annual high-level leadership platform focused on building capacity for the... Read More
by Gimba Kakanda The arguments in support of El-Rufai’s elite-aggrandising policies while he was FCT Minister fail anytime… Mallam Nasir El-Rufai is a saint. El-Rufai’s intellectual and managerial wisdom is unmatched by any living thing that has ever been in power in Nigeria. Those are the things we discover in his memoir, The Accidental Public... Read More
by Idoreyin Sampson This years Oscars was thoroughly enjoyable and we bring you our pick of the best moments of the Oscars with a guest and suprise appearance by the US first lady, Michelle Obama, nothing tops that! Enjoy!
We’ve already brought you some choice Kanye West quotes from his rant at a London concert on Saturday, but there’s one we missed. The rapper sized up one of his biggest and, certainly, most famous critics by saying that he doesn’t really care what “the president” thought of him. “I don’t give a f–k what... Read More
Although Catherine Zeta-Jones isn’t nominated for an Academy Award this year, it doesn’t mean she isn’t going to be a stunner on the red carpet. If the star’s Golden Globes dress was any indication, this award ceremony will see the actress on best-dressed lists everywhere. See the 43-year-old’s Zuhair Murad dress at the 2013 Academy... Read More
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Chelsea forward Victor Moses has revealed how former internationals Austin ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha and Nwankwo Kanu talked him into choosing Nigeria over England, especially after he was overlooked by England coaches. The former Crystal Palace sensation was named the Player of the Tournament at the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations in South Africa following his... Read More
by Akan Ido Dr. Olusegun Mimiko, the Ondo state governor was sworn-in for a second time yesterday, Sunday, February 24 by the Chief Justice of the state, Justice Olaseinde Kumuiye. A visibly elated governor spoke to the throng of people who were at the venue to witness the swearing-in, saying, “I believe I have been... Read More
A 34-year old man, Kehinde Paul Layode, has been arraigned before a family court in Ikeja for allegedly defiling a three-year old girl (name withheld). The incident, which happened at 3/5, John Crescent, Igando, Lagos, Southwest Nigeria, was reported at the Igando Police Station. The accused, if found guilty, risks spending a minimum of five... Read More
by Chi Ibe New reports suggest that comedian, Bright Okpocha popularly known as Basketmouth has acquired a 2013 Opel Insignia car, customised to the celebrity’s taste. Like shoes and clothings, designing your own car online is catching on with sites like Vauxhall allowing you to build your own car from the trim, engine/ transmission, colour,... Read More
Akan Ido There are indications that artiste Goldie Harvey who died on Valentines Day and was confirmed dead at the Reddington Hospital in Lagos will be buried today. She will be buried this morning at the Vaults and Gardens in Ikoyi. This is definitely a sad moment for her family and fans alike. –... Read More
A 34-year old man, Kehinde Paul Layode, has been arraigned before a family court in Ikeja for allegedly defiling a three-year old girl (name withheld). The incident, which happened at 3/5, John Crescent, Igando, Lagos, Southwest Nigeria, was reported at the Igando Police Station. The accused, if found guilty, risks spending a minimum of five... Read More
Dr. Jimoh Ibrahim, the Group Managing Director of Global Fleet was yesterday a year older and he was available to speak with ThisDay Newspapers on his experience with running a thriving business in Nigeria and his plans at expanding the business. Read excerpts of the interview below: How do you feel at 46? I feel... Read More
by Akan Ido Dr. Olusegun Mimiko, the Ondo state governor was sworn-in for a second time yesterday, Sunday, February 24 by the Chief Justice of the state, Justice Olaseinde Kumuiye. A visibly elated governor spoke to the throng of people who were at the venue to witness the swearing-in, saying, “I believe I have been able... Read More
by Oluseun Onigbinde This book offers insights and lessons on the challenges, pitfalls and common battles of a technocrat in public service. Accidentally, I found myself at the launch of Nasir El-Rufai’s book now overtly referred to as controversial and full of insider details, mysterious to the common citizen. I wanted to say goodbye to... Read More
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There are still racial gaps as it relates to cancer rates, but new evidence suggests that cancer rates among African American men are decreasing. The American Cancer Society reports that, although rates are increasing among African-Americans for some cancers which can be detected in routine screenings, the number of cancer deaths among African-American men are... Read More
Every relationship will have its fights. Little squabbles are healthy. But when couples start to fight every day over stupid things, it begins to chip away at the relationship until there is nothing left. Everyone has a different way of dealing with arguments and conflict. Some will fight for what they believe in, some walk... Read More
by Isi Esene The family of Veteran actor, Justus Esiri, who died recently in Lagos have released a statement over his untimely death. According to the statement which was signed by Sidney ‘Dr. Sid’ Esiri and George Esiri, the family on his fans and admirers to honour his memory by following his example of “service,... Read More
Chelsea forward Victor Moses has revealed how former internationals Austin ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha and Nwankwo Kanu talked him into choosing Nigeria over England, especially after he was overlooked by England coaches. The former Crystal Palace sensation was named the Player of the Tournament at the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations in South Africa following his... Read More
by Ohimai Godwin Amaize All Nigerian youth who truly love this country must understand that when credible and competent youth refuse to board the train of politics, they create room for unholy characters to infiltrate and truncate the process. My perspective on youths getting involved in politics, received a memorable boost with my participation in... Read More
by Abimbola Adelakun For what it is worth, sports (wo)men deserve what they are paid. The problem here is the manner the Super Eagles players have been showered with money and national awards is so erratic that it is embarrassing. There, of course, cannot be a single theory that explains why Nigeria is stuck in... Read More
by Bisi Olawunmi The ageing Nigerian husband and father is facing a silent revolt – a gang-up against him by wives and children who have chosen to remain abroad. If you are observant enough, you will notice him in markets – an ageing, cosmopolitan gentleman haggling with the market woman pricing pepper, fish, okro and... Read More
by Isi Esene Denrele Edun who was reportedly with Goldie Harvey when she died recently in Lagos just after returning from the United States where she attended the Grammy Awards has penned down a tribute to the memory of Goldie he knew. The Channel O VJ penned down a touching tribute to his friend... Read More
by Akan Ido Goldie Harvey was on Monday morning laid to rest at the Vaults and Gardens cemetery in Ikoyi. Her casket was accompanied by family with her husband, Andrew Harvey also present. Goldie died on Valentine’s Day shortly after returning from a trip to the US to attend this year’s Grammy Awards. May her... Read More
by Chi Ibe New reports suggest that comedian, Bright Okpocha popularly known as Basketmouth has acquired a 2013 Opel Insignia car, customised to the celebrity’s taste. Like shoes and clothings, designing your own car online is catching on with sites like Vauxhall allowing you to build your own car from the trim, engine/ transmission, colour,... Read More
The standards of our universities is such that to get a more rounded educational experience, the average Nigerian student needs to go for a Masters degree in the West in what has essentially become a finishing school system. Where they burn books, ultimately they will burn people. In 1821 a German writer, Heinrich Heine wrote... Read More
Britain’s most senior Roman Catholic cleric, Cardinal Keith O’Brien, is stepping down as leader of the Scottish Catholic Church. It follows allegations – which he contests – of inappropriate behaviour towards priests dating from the 1980s. In a statement, he apologised to those he had offended during his ministry. The cardinal confirmed he would not... Read More