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Christmas tragedy: LASTMA men beat bus-driver to death
A commercial bus driver, Isaac Popoola, on Monday died after being allegedly assaulted by two officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority in the Oshodi area of the state.…
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Money Laundering: Passenger arrested with $456,000 at Lagos airport
The Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA, Command of the Nigerian Customs Service, NCS, Monday arrested a passenger, Mr. Ikebude Akoma, with $456,000 during the outward clearance of passengers of Qatar…
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Oh tell, all ye faithful: Tinsel stars and more tell us about their most memorable Christmas
We got some celebrities and media personalities to share with us their most memorable Christmas. Some went straight to the point and others had this to tell. 1. Okey Uzoeshi…
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SPOTTED: Genevieve gets down and happy for Christmas!
by Rachel Ogbu You know this: we have nothing but love for uber-diva, Genevieve Nnaji and anything's an excuse to have another look at her! Partying down, just this Friday,…
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“The viginity test disvirgined me” – 14-year-old victim of Ogun school virginity test speaks out
Fourteen-year-old Esther (not real name), one of the victims of the virginity test that was allegedly conducted on pupils of Ajuwon Senior High School, Ajuwon, Ogun State, by their principal,…
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Signs of the times: Meet the doctor that left medicine to focus on pipeline vandalism (PICTURED)
When Salifu Odiba gained admission to study Medicine and Surgery at University of Jos in 1996, his dream was to one day own his hospital. But two years after his…
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Greetings and felicitations! President Jonathan sends Christmas message to the nation
CHRISTMAS MESSAGE TO THE NATION FROM PRESIDENT GOODLUCK EBELE JONATHAN, GCFR Dearest Compatriots, 1. I greet and felicitate with you all as we join the rest of the world in…
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Hot Stuff: Praiz – Rich and Famous (WATCH)
by Rachel Ogbu Check out the new music video from Praiz; 'Rich and Famous'. It's the third single from his latest album. Rich and Famous is directed by Josh Clarke.…
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For The Records: The 2013 budget speech by Governor of Rivers State, Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi
PROTOCOLS Honourable Speaker, another year has rolled by and it is my honour and pleasure to present the 2013…
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Concert promoter sues rapper, Nas for $10m over kidnap ordeal
The concert promoter who claims he was kidnapped because rapper Nas didn't show up for a scheduled performance is now suing the rapper for $10 million. In December 2011, Patrick…
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5 tips to avoid holiday weight gain
From NY Daily News Don't overdo it: too much sleep, more than seven hours a night, can increased belly fat as well. According to research, most people gain around one…
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Amazing! How overweight woman dropped from a size 24 to 12 just in time for Christmas (PICTURED)
When it comes to the festive season, many women would love to look slimmer in their party outfits - but few of us have the willpower of Shayda Malaki. The…
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Guys, now you know: 10 things women love to hear
From DFTM Telling her how you feel above and beyond a sexual context will make her feel overpoweringly connected to you. Do you sometimes find yourself struggling to find the…
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Tragedy: 11 kindergarten children die as minivan plunges into pond in China (SAD PHOTO)
A backpack floats after a van carrying 15 children plunged into a pond Monday in the Jiangxi province of China. China has seen a string of similar accidents despite a…
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The Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez airport kiss that everyone is talking about (SNAPSHOT)
Justin Bieber is never letting Selena Gomez go. The Canadian crooner was spotted wrapping his arms around the 20-year-old starlet at an airport in Salt Lake City recently. The pair…
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Oh, really: Mitt Romney ‘had no desire’ to run for president – Tagg Romney
(AP Photo/Charles Dharapak) Tagg Romney (left) and his brother Josh applauded their father Mitt Romney as he spoke at a conservative gathering in October. Mitt Romney was a reluctant challenger…
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Have you seen Don Jazzy’s official Christmas greeting card? (LOOK)
Don Jazzy by Akan Ido We have seen family greeting cards from Julius Agwu and Klint da Drunk but here comes the MAVIN Crew supremo himself, Don Jazzy, with his…
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Wondrous Nature: Upclose PHOTOS of African wildlife (LOOK)
From a stunning close-up of a snarling leopard to an elephant family dusting themselves down in the searing heat, this series of beautiful photographs shows African wildlife at its most…
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2 simple steps to uncover your passion
by Jesse Ford Now, the first step to happiness in any endeavor is figuring out what's going to make you happy. I believe that, if you're reading this, you already have…
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8 trusted ways to deepen your relationship
From DFTM Constant complaining creates more stress in a relationship, while gratitude creates emotional, spiritual and physical health. All relationships need a little pick-me-up sometimes--even the best of them. If…
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Hot Stuff: Flavour – ‘Shake’ the official video (WATCH)
by Rachel Ogbu Flavour realeses new video for his single, “Shake” off his sophomore album, “Blessed”. It’s just in time for Christmas and the video was directed by Godfather productions.…
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Hear he, hear ye: I have joined ACN – Pat Utomi
by Chi Ibe Pat Utomi, former presidential candidate has joined the opposition Action Congress of Nigeria. In 2007, Utomi, contested in presidential election on the platform of the African…
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Former VP, Ekwueme, others to lose homes to erosion
Except something is done promptly to avert the ugly situation, former Vice President of Nigeria, Dr Alex Ekwueme and at at least 50 other families may soon lose their homes to erosion.…
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13 people dead, 33 injured today alone – FRSC
The FRSC said various accidents in different places in Nigeria occurred on Monday. The Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, said thirteen persons were killed while about thirty three others were…
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Wole Soyinka: Gays, lesbians and legislative zealotry
by Wole Soyinka LET us go back a little, nearly a year ago, to that earlier attempt to interfere in, and legislate on sexual conduct between…
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Bauchi: Gunman open fire on drinking joint, injure 5 people
At least five people sustained injuries at a drinking joint when an unknown gunman Monday opened fire in Bigi village a suburb of Bauchi metropolis in Bauchi local Government area.…
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Eku and Kessiana Edewor’s birthday party Cirque du Soire style (LOOK)
by Rachel Ogbu Twin bombshell, Eku and Kessiana Edewor celebrated their birthday party at Paper club on 274 Ajose Adeogun, V.I. on Friday December 21. It definitely looked like they had the time of their lives…
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Photo of the Day: For my yam? It’s no release, no surrender
by Isi Esene This man shall NOT in any way be separated from his Christmas feast. We bet trying to wrest that yam away from him will not be an…
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The September Standard
- Unlock a Healthier You: Essential Resources for Holistic Well-being
- How Your Diet Could Be Making Your Snoring Worse
- Celebrating Nigerian Trailblazers: Inspiring Women in Fashion
- Silk: Unraveling Threads of Elegance and Innovation
- Grammy Awards 2024 Red Carpet Fashion: Hits and Misses that Stole the Spotlight
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