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“Count me out of the 2015 presidential elections” – Gov. Amaechi
by Isi Esene Anyone who is interested in contesting the 2015 presidential elections does not have to fear locking horns with Rivers State governor, Rotimi Amaechi, because the governor has…
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Bumight: Love on social media (Y! Superblogger)
In the same vein, Facebook has been broadened to include not just folks in college. I had a mini heart attack when my dad sent me a Facebook friend request.…
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TICKER: #AmericaDecides: First US Election Day voters, in two villages, give Obama lead
Residents of two tiny villages in northern New Hampshire headed to the polls at midnight, casting the first Election Day votes in the nation. After 43 seconds of voting, President…
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Onoshe Nwabuikwu: How not to commiserate on TV, Brila FM, Gulder Ultimate Search & more
by Onoshe Nwabuikwu I know some people have been drawing attention to how the US government has tackled Hurricane Sandy. I wouldn’t go that far. Some Nigerians live ‘inside’ DStv…
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#AmericaDecides: Obama, Romney get 5 votes each as first ballots are cast in US presidential election
by Isi Esene The neck-to-neck struggle for supremacy in the US presidential election continues with both Barack Obama and his Republican challenger Mitt Romney getting five votes each in the…
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500 arrested in Enugu as Biafra Zionist Movement declares ‘Biafra Republic’
by Rachel Ogbu For many that thought the death of Chukwuemeka Ojukwu will mean the end of the Biafran dream might be in for a little shock after policemen in…
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‘Okada’ riders beat up LASTMA officials
by Hauwa Gambo Trouble brewed in the Ojodu-Berger area of Lagos yesterday after a clash between 'okada' riders and a combined team of policemen and members of the Lagos State…
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Can you define the word ‘Haphazard’? Waje, KSB, Jazzman Olofin & Funke Akindele stumble (WATCH)
by Rachel Ogbu “I doesn’t knew,” that was Funke Akindele’s answer to Lolo who approached her on the yellow carpet at the Headies to get a definition for the word, haphazard.…
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TICKER: Catholic nun accused of stealing $100,000 from parish
Authorities say a nun faces grand larceny charges after more than $100,000 was stolen from two western New York churches where she worked. The newspaper reports that the money was…
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TICKER: Wow: A 27-year old’s dream become world’s biggest sperm bank, serves 70 countries, ‘supplies’ 2,000 babies a year
Ole Schou was 27 years old when he had a dream. It was 1981 and he was a graduate student at a business school in the Danish city of Aarhus.…
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US presidential election: Both sides should calm down
by Joe Scarborough We can fret, flail around with our theories, over-analyze and pontificate as to why our side will win. But in the end, it’s still in the hands…
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Y! Recommends: 2Face Idibia feat. B. Howard- Fly (Remix)
by Rachel Ogbu 2face Idibia teams up with Kennis Music’s B. Howard on this remix to his socially conscious single, “Fly.” The music dwells on different crises plaguing society –…
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Another reason to hit the gym, guys: New study says excercise helps sperm swim faster, too
by Chi Ibe Exercise could help sperm to swim faster, a new study suggests. Researchers discovered that men who exercised more had faster swimming sperm that was better formed,…
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GPS—–> Nigeria: Fareed Zakaria is coming to town, as Airtel hosts ‘Night of Influence’
by Isi Esene Airtel Nigeria has announced plans to host select influential personalities at a high profile event that will feature Fareed Zakaria, renowned journalist, internationally acclaimed author and host…
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Yemi Idowu, Ohimai Amaize, others make reconstituted board of Nigeria Academicals Sports Committee
by Isi Esene The minister of sports and chairman of the National Sports Commission, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi has reconstituted the Board of the Nigeria Academicals Sports Committee (NASCOM). Businessman, sports…
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Hot Stuff: Runtown feat. Timaya – Aunty Tolu
by Rachel Ogbu Runtown teams up with Timaya on his new Dancehall meets Afro Pop tune, “Aunty Tolu”. Produced by Wizzypro this track will put you in the mood for some hot…
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I started singing in 1995 – Stella Damasus refuses to be compared to Tonto Dikeh
by Hauwa Gambo Poor Stella. Burdened with the singular misfortune of releasing her new single - Love Me Quick - in the same week as actress Tonto Dikeh's two (as…
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You’ve been served – Ex-corps member takes NYSC, INEC to court for negligence
by Rachel Ogbu Catherine Nzegwu, an ex-member of the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, has sued the NYSC and Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC for allegedly abandoning her following an…
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Chorus Leader: Kefee drops new album
by Akan Ido Kefee, the 'Branama' queen, has stepped up her music career up a notch with the release of her album 'Chorus leader' which has been widely accepted…
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Opinion: Barack Obama’s coming victory and the African alliance for New Order
by Lai Labode New political leaders will emerge from Africa under a new Alliance called African Alliance For New Order been touted by a new Youth Wing of Africa Largest…
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“Obama is going to win”, predicts Kenyan witch doctor
by Rachel Ogbu Who will win Tuesday’s US presidential election? That’s the million dollar question a witch doctor in President Barack Obama’s ancestral village in Kenya claims he can answer.…
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Opinion: Who are we? We are no longer normal
by Dolapo Aina Justice most of the time is sold to the highest bidder and the law is simply a mirage. “Who are we? We are no longer normal.... Nigeria…
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How young she is: Munachi Abii marks her 25th with hot new photos
by Hauwa Gambo Let those who will doubt the age of this beautiful and talented rapper be far gone from this page - ex-Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria, Munachi Abii…
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Sonala Olumhense: Nigeria’s media weakest link
by Omoade Adelani Knowing full well that any allegation thrown at those in government will stick, especially that of financial impropriety, Sonala is spoiling our day by adding bouts of…
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“She lived her life just the way she wanted”: Betty Irabor pays tribute to Remi Lagos
by Betty Irabor A while ago, my friend Helen Ajayi invited me on a trip on her brother’s cruise liner, which had just been launched. I was in the middle of…
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Obasanjo accuses states of “ambushing” local government monies
by Rachel Ogbu Ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo has called for the review of local council laws to check what he described as “excesses of state governments.” Obasanjo lamented that the essence…
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Hot Stuff: Bracket’s ‘Beautiful baby’ ft. Flavour (VIDEO)
by Isi Esene To the ladies, Bracket and Flavour can never do no wrong and they know it. Bracket, the Yori-yori duo are back with a video for their single…
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Tolu Ogunlesi: The beggars, the fence and the country (YNaija Frontpage)
From another perspective it is super-depressing news. President come president go, fuel scarcity remain, corruption remain. Nigeria’s problems seem destined to outlive every Nigerian, and certainly every government. I’m currently…
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TICKER: I am leaving a Union Bank that is “swimming in money” – Funke Osibodu
Last week, Mrs Funke Osibodu who was drafted by the CBN Governor, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, in August 2009 to rescue Union Bank completed her assignment. She had a valedictory interactive…
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5 ways you shouldn’t breakup with her
by Russell Smith for Inspiyr Ending a relationship can be difficult, but it’s important to maintain a certain level of dignity and respect when dealing with this closure. In a…
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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
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