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December 7, 2012

Opinion: Waiting for the National Commission on Private Jets

by Ike Willie-Nwobu The establishment of such an agency would be the panacea as well as the horses’ mouth that would put paid to the flying snippets of rumour regarding the link between private jet acquisition and the 2015 elections. The feelers from almost every quarter seem to indicate a determined obstinacy for the chase,... Read More
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December 7, 2012

28-year-old Kenyan commits suicide in the UK due to loneliness

A glamorous 28-year-old businesswoman killed herself because she struggled to cope with living alone in Britain with her family spread across the world, an inquest heard yesterday. Sales manager Sharon Bukokhe, of Levenshulme, Manchester, was a high achiever working for a family planning charity but felt lonely because relatives including her husband lived abroad. Mrs... Read More
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December 7, 2012

Bode George is now a youth leader – and more, in today’s news round-up with Cheta Nwanze

by Cheta Nwanze  In Ghana, the Ghananese are queueing up early for their elections, voting materials are arriving on time and the late arrival of an EC official in the Volta Region caused outrage. He was 30 minutes late. You see, the reason he was late is that he is a youth. Of the Nigerian... Read More
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December 7, 2012

We can’t wait: Nigerian Idol hits your TV (again) on December 16

by Rachel Ogbu On December 16, one of your Christmas wishes will be granted. The first four episodes of the Nigerian Idol will hit your televisions nine days before Christmas.  They spent six weeks touring the country. Six weeks searching for that one person to light up the stage and Nigeria’s heart to become the... Read More
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December 7, 2012

Iyanya breaks music record, responds to Tonto Dikeh-Yvonne Nelson rumours

by Akan Ido It was another milestone for Iyanya, the ‘Kukere’ master yesterday as MTech, a mobile technology start-up, presented him with a cheque for breaking the record for downloads on caller-tunes in Africa. The artiste who is currently embroiled in a love triangle saga involving actresses, Yvonne Nelson and Tonto Dikeh was all appreciation... Read More
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December 7, 2012

We have not arrested Babalakin, we’re just watching him – EFCC

by Akan Ido The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has denied arresting businessman and chairman of Bi-Courtney Group, Wale Babalakin who is currently on admission at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Idi Araba, Lagos. Speculations have been rife that the businessman, who is wanted by the EFCC over allegations of money laundering, has been... Read More
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December 7, 2012

Man accused of killing 6-months-pregnant lover

The family of a lady, Gloria Akpan, has accused their daughter’s lover, Ita Eyo, of killing her in his residence in Ayobo area of Ogun State. Gloria and Eyo both from Akwa Ibom State had been cohabiting since March 2012 before the sad incident occurred on November 3. The lady was six-months pregnant before she... Read More
December 7, 2012

Read my lips: There is no form of dialogue between GEJ and Boko Haram – Oronto Douglas insists

by Hauwa Gambo The Special Assistant to President Goodluck Jonathan on Research, Documentation and Strategy, Oronto Douglas has repeated the president’s line that he is not in dialogue with the violent group, Boko Haram. He was speaking in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State yesterday on the topic ‘National Unity: Imperative for Growth and Development in Nigeria’ as... Read More
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December 7, 2012

Now here’s a role model: Bode George wins Africa Leadership Awards… said to be recommended by NANS

by Hauwa Gambo So, here’s someone to emulate – Bode George, People’s Democratic Party chieftain, yes the same one who was convicted and sent to maximum security prison in 2009 for abuse of office has now been announced winner of the Africa Leadership Awards. George who is the former deputy National Chairman of the PDP... Read More
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December 7, 2012

Crisis in Ajah: One person killed, hundreds displaced, houses set ablaze

Eighty-five year old, Rev. Ebenezer Megbalewon, was in his Ilaje home, Lagos State, resting on November 29, 2012 when some irate youths allegedly set his home ablaze. The octogenarian, it was learnt, ran out with his family and watched from a distance as the place he had called home for over 28 years was razed... Read More
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December 7, 2012

No longer FRESH: INEC deregisters Kris Okotie’s party, 27 others

by Isi Esene The Independent National Electoral Commission yesterday deregistered 28 political parties including Fresh Party promoted by Pastor Kris Okotie. Also on the list of deregistered parties are Balarabe Musa’s Peoples Redemption Party (PRP); the National Reformation Party (NRP), founded by the late nationalist, Anthony Enahoro; The National Advance Party of Dr. Tunji Braithwaite... Read More
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December 6, 2012

SPOTTED: Demi Moore kissing her new 26-year-old boyfriend, partying hard (PHOTOS)

Demi Moore might have just turned 50 years old last month, but she knows how to party like a 20-something. Moore was spotted kissing her new 26-year-old boyfriend, Vito Schnabel, and partying the night away with Lenny Kravitz at the Art.sy and Chanel BBQ at the Soho Beach House in Miami on Wednesday night, E!... Read More
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December 6, 2012

Another Hollywood star shows too much in sheer dress (LOOK)

Ellie Goulding learned the hard way: if you wear a white dress, you’ve gotta wear a slip under it. The “Lights” singer brought her style A-game to the “Les Miserables” premiere in London on Wednesday night in a flowing gown with sheer sleeves and buttons. But the camera flashes illuminated more than the 25-year-old probably... Read More
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December 6, 2012

‘She owes me 10 more minutes’ – Man calls police to report prostitute, ends up arrested

Police in Maine say a man called them to complain a prostitute hadn’t given him his money’s worth – so they arrested him. Police say New Hampshire resident Scott Pipher was arrested this week. The 34-year-old is charged with engaging a prostitute. Old Orchard Beach, Maine, police say Pipher called them March 25 to complain... Read More
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December 6, 2012

Sacrilege: Woman beats her 92-year-old grandma to death says, “my grandma was possessed”

A woman who allegedly stomped her 92-year-old grandmother because she feared the old woman was possessed by a demon may face stiff penalties now that the victim has died. Angela Armstrong died Monday at a hospital in St. Louis County, Mo. following the Nov. 21 attack by her granddaughter Rachel Armstrong, KSOK-TV reported. The younger... Read More
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December 6, 2012

Victory for ‘Nude Jogger’: Court rules that man can jog naked

To some people, Andrew Pointon might seem to be a knight in shining armor. Except he doesn’t wear any armor or, preferably, any clothes at all. Pointon, 47, is a naturist in New Zealand who was charged with indecent exposure in August, 2011, after a woman complained that he jogged while wearing nothing but sneakers... Read More
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December 6, 2012

Meet Dina Manfredini, 115, now world’s oldest person (PICTURED)

A 115-year-old woman in Iowa has become the world’s oldest living person. Guinness World Records posted on its website Wednesday that Dina Manfredini of Johnston has inherited the title after Bessie Cooper of Georgia died Tuesday. Cooper was 116. Guinness officials provided few details about the latest record holder. Manfredini was born on April 4,... Read More
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December 6, 2012

Surely, you’ve heard of BudgIT? Public finance app set to launch mobile version

by Akan Ido BudgIT, Nigeria’s civic startup is launching a mobile version of its website which will be accessible via multiple smart mobile devices. BudgIT’s efforts at communicating complex issues relating to budget and public finance has transformed the discussion about the budget on social media and offline gatherings.     The company has worked... Read More
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December 6, 2012

Sad story: Woman commits suicide due to too much masturbation (WATCH)

A woman who suffered from a horrible condition where she had constant, uncontrollable physical urges has committed suicide after years of battling her affliction. 39 year old Gretchen Molannen, seen below wearing the gas mask, was found dead in her home in Spring Hill, Florida from an apparent suicide. She suffered from persistent genital arousal... Read More
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December 6, 2012

This actress decided to model her own lingerie line – See (awesome) Photos

It may be absolutely blinking freezing outside but chilly temperatures aren’t about to stop Kelly Brook from parading around in her underwear. Oh no. With Christmas just around the corner, Kelly has unwrapped herself to model her festive New Look underwear range. She has had her own collection at the High Street store for the... Read More
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December 6, 2012

Wahala: “We do not see men like before again” – Lagos prostitutes lament ‘okada’ ban

Sex is now added to the list of things affected by the Lagos State ban on commercial motorcycles. Who knew ‘okada’ riders had that much impact on the city’s sexual life? Recently some journalists went on to investigate how much an influence the ban was on commercial sex workers in Lagos. According to their report,... Read More
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