by Bukola Ogunyemi This would come as a surprise to those who have followed me keenly over the past twelve months and those who are familiar with the cardinal principle that underlies my commentaries. I am a strong advocate of not jumping to the press to comment, form an opinion, and/or take a position... Read More
Wife of a former governor of Ekiti State, Mrs. Feyisetan Fayose, on Monday predicted that her husband, Ayo, would return to the Ekiti State Government House as the elected governor in 2014. The former governor’s wife said this in Ado-Ekiti during a meeting she had with the women wing of the Peoples Democratic Party in... Read More
by Hauwa Gambo We should add reportedly somewhere here because, as these things go, it could be a couple of millions more or less – but what’s a couple of millions between friends? And we are friends of Don Jazzy, the chief executive office of Mavin Records, and we are congratulating him on... Read More
Men of the Lagos State Police Command on Monday halted a protest march by commercial motorcycle riders who took to the street to protest against the state traffic law. Hundreds of commercial motorcycle riders and members of civil society groups had gathered at the Labour House, Olajuwon Street, Yaba, as early as 8am to hold... Read More
by Isi Esene Patronising commercial sex workers is becoming a risky venture in Lagos as 4 men and 5 women were yesterday arraigned on charges of prostitution, unlawful gathering, breach of peace and loitering before an Ojokoro Magistrates’ Court. The women were suspected to be commercial sex workers while the men were arrested for patronizing... Read More
by Hauwa Gambo Police authorities in Delta have denied a Reuters report that abductors of Professor Kanane Okonjo, mother of the Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala have demanded $1 billion as ransom.The report followed a purported member of the kidnapping gang calling to make the demands “We have to identify the... Read More
by Isi Esene Aderoju Ojelabi, a 37-year-old woman has been arrested by the police in Lagos for allegedly dumping a day-old baby in the bush to die. The mother said she had to do it because she is not financially capable of raising the baby. Ojelabi explained that she is currently nursing an 18-month-old baby... Read More
by Isi Esene The siege laid on the businessman, Wale Babalakin, by security operatives at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), Idi-Araba, Lagos seem not to be abating. Sources say there is an increased number of Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) operatives and riot policemen in the hospital premises. There are also speculations that... Read More
by Hauwa Gambo President Goodluck Jonathan has come out publicly to acknowledge the former governor of Bayelsa and his former boss, Diepreye Alamieyeseigha, as his political benefactor. It will be recalled that Alamieyeseigha escaped detention in the United Kingdom in December 2005 after he was arrested for money laundering in September of the same year.... Read More
by Chi Ibe Kinsmen of the Okonjo family, under the Umu Anioma Foundation Worldwide have come out strongly against the kidnap of Prof Kanene Okonjo, mother to the Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo Iweala. They have also demanded that security forces ensure her immediate release. “Once again, the image smear on... Read More
She was attending a star-studded event alongside the great and good of the movie world. But Andrea Riseborough certainly ensured she was the centre of attention as she attended the 2012 Moet British Independent Film Awards on Sunday evening. The 31-year-old actress wowed as she hit the red carpet at London’s Old Billingsgate venue in... Read More
They are too young to walk and talk but tiny twins William and Ellenita Trykush can swim a length of a 25-metre pool at just nine months old. The water babies love gliding up and down on their backs, kicking their legs to propel themselves along. And as this delightful underwater picture shows, they even... Read More
She recently bared all for the cover of her seventh studio album Unapologetic and again when she fronted GQ magazine. But keen to show her figure off some more, Rihanna has stripped off again in a series of saucy Twitter pictures. Photographed by her best friend Melissa Forde, the 24-year-old Diamonds singer just about manages... Read More
He met up with his ex-girlfriend model Karrueche Tran in Paris Friday night. But Chris Brown’s other ex Rihanna, who was reportedly angry with him for meeting up Tran, appeared to have already forgiven the 23-year-old singer after posting a ‘miss you’ twitter picture Saturday. In the candid black & white snap, Rihanna can be... Read More
Police say a northeastern Pennsylvania man stole his ex-girlfriend’s engagement ring on Thanksgiving in hopes of patching up his relationship with his wife. Scranton police say 35-year-old Donald Albritton swiped the ring while his former girlfriend made Thanksgiving dinner and later gave it to his current wife. Albritton was charged with theft and released on... Read More
A furious mother is demanding answers from Facebook as to why they took down photographs she posted on the site of her son, who was born with a rare birth defect, and then later banned her from the site altogether. Grayson James Walker, from Memphis, Tennessee, was born on February 15, 2012 with Anencephaly, a... Read More
She was taking to the stage at London’s O2 Arena alongside a plethora of stars for the annual Capital FM Jingle Bell Ball on Sunday night. But Pink gave fans a little more than they’d bargained for as she inadvertently flashed her bottom mid-performance. The 33-year-old singer put on a typically energetic display as she... Read More
by E.O Olasunkanmi Money is only a tool! Nothing more No one can perfectly define ‘life’ to you but you can define what you want ‘life’ to be for you. The creator has so made life in a way that the inhabitants of this world have a choice to choose between the good and the... Read More
Members of the community in Cleveland are outraged after a shooting took place between East Cleveland Police and an unarmed couple. No less than 13 police officers shot 137 bullets into a car after a high speed chase, killing a man and woman. Police may have had reason to believe that the couple was armed,... Read More
Sugar Daddy?! Russel Simmons steps out on beach with bikini clad 26-year-old girlfriend – See Photos
He’s 30 years her senior and has had plenty of younger and beautiful ladies on his arm. And after showing off his flexibility on Miami Beach on Sunday, it might be easier for some people to see why Russell Simmons is a hit with the ladies. The 55-year-old music mogul could be seen practising yoga... Read More
She recently bared all for the cover of her seventh studio album Unapologetic and again when she fronted GQ magazine. But keen to show her figure off some more, Rihanna has stripped off again in a series of saucy Twitter pictures. Photographed by her best friend Melissa Forde, the 24-year-old Diamonds singer just about manages... Read More
by Denise Schipani And how would you feel if your husband called you every few minutes when you’re out with a friend? Unless you need him for a legitimate reason, don’t check in multiple times. Ever wonder what your husband’s friends really think of you—and your marriage? You may be surprised to learn that your... Read More
by Mark M., Kathy Benjamin, Sami Reeves Women tend to see men wearing red as more powerful, possibly because we associate the color with aggression. Statistics indicate that more and more frequently, “hookups” are turning into meaningful relationships. While that might sound like a snazzy pickup line, it actually means you might marry someone because... Read More
by Isi Esene Richard Greene is known all over as the modern day Noah, many laugh at him and see his efforts and dedication to building an Ark as a waste of time, but the retired pastor is not fazed as he stays focused on his mission. According to him, he was reading the Bible... Read More
From RealBuzz If you can’t remember when you last had the relevant tests for your age, gender and health status, ask your doctor. If in doubt, err on the side of caution and get checked again. If 2013 is the year you are finally going to get healthy, here are 12 ways to ensure you... Read More
From RealBuzz The best way to make this your best Christmas ever is to start a new tradition. We can’t show you how to make this Christmas a white one and we can’t make sure that lovely colleague of yours hovers under the mistletoe long enough for you to plant a kiss on their perfect... Read More
by Shanna Freeman One of the best things about Kegels is that they’re simple and you can do them anywhere. Finding the right muscle can be tricky, though — you need to focus just on the PC muscle and not any others around it. We all know that regular exercise has myriad health benefits. It... Read More
by Matt Smith There’s nothing remotely sexy about watching you Hoover up wayward strands of pasta or listening to the constant screech of your fork against spoon or plate. A first date can be a nightmare of anxiety. You want to make a good impression, so you agonize over what to wear, or you rehearse... Read More