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It pours: ‘Okada’ rider charged to court for ‘throwing’ policewoman off his bike
by Rachel Ogbu Photo: PM news Mustapha Babagana, 25-year-old commercial motorcyclist in Lagos was on Wednesday arraigned in an Oshodi Magistrates’ Court, Lagos for allegedly assaulting a police woman. The…
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What report? Members of the Ribadu Petroleum Task Force disown leak
by Isi Esene Members of the Nuhu Ribadu-led Petroleum Revenue Special Task Force have distanced themselves from a leaked report. They expressed surprise at the report leakage saying they are…
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Say hello to food! Hellofood delivers at the click of a button
by Rachel Ogbu In a bid to bring the best food delivery platform to Nigeria, Hellofood has introduced a convenient food ordering service for their customers with the launch of…
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#IbomPolitico: Real reasons why Akwa Ibom deputy governor resigned
by Isi Esene There are indications that the deputy governor of Akwa Ibom State, Nsima Ekere, who tendered his resignation yesterday may not have done so for personal reasons as…
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WATCH: D’Prince’s video of “Take Banana”
by Rachel Ogbu D’Prince, of the new Mavin dynasty, is finally here with a video for his hit single, “Take Banana”. This version has a little twist in the production…
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Celebrities blend in style at the Hennessy Artistry event (PHOTOS)
Tokini Peterside. What: Hennessy Artistry (The Art of Blending) Where: Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria, Lagos When: October 19, 2012 Photos by Hycinth Iyereosa Tosyn Bucknor. Hauwa Muka DJ…
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Ugodre talks Figures: Flirting as an effective negotiation tool for women
In such situations men viewed women as cooperative when they applied feminine charm skewed towards friendliness than when they appeared neutral. A young lady was looking to buy a car…
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#HotOffThePress: Agbani Darego covers Complete Fashion with Chris Attoh in tow
by Rachel Ogbu Agbani Darego’s piercing eyes and plunging neckline features on the cover on this month’s Complete Fashion magazine. Also on the cover is Chris Attoh who as they…
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Christmas sans potholes? President Jonathan orders repairs of ALL bad roads in the country
by Rachel Ogbu It’s been a long time coming but is it going to mean anything? The presidential order, we mean? President Goodluck Jonathan on Wednesday directed the Ministry of…
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We paid $45m not $50m – Rotimi Amaechi pushes back allegations that he owns a private jet
by Isi Esene The Rivers State government is wondering what the fuss is all about with reports going the rounds that it bought a private jet for $50m. The state…
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Hot Stuff: Davido releases Dami Duro’s remix featuring Akon
by Isi Esene Imagine what a Davido and Akon remix would sound like... okay stop, you don't have to anymore, the 'Dami duro' remix is right here.. Listen below to…
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Opinion: Fashola, why so deceitful?
by Olumide Makanjuola If you know Lagos State very well, you will understand how ridiculous and insensitive the state government has made itself look with the 'okada' restriction law…
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Charles Soludo: Are there Nigerians to develop Nigeria?
by Chukwuma Charles Soludo Our laws emphasize what separates us than what unites us. Citizenship in Nigeria is a mechanical, legal appellation and does not evoke much patriotic feelings. If…
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Damilola Ajilore: Living each moment (30 Days, 30 Voices)
If you grew up like me, you are probably grateful to have come from a household with parents that were protective enough to shield you from BIG issues while those childhood…
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Emeh Achanga: When the mistress gets the wife’s seal of approval (Y! Superblogger)
by Emeh Achanga Why would a supposed Christian man, who goes to church on Sundays, pays tithe, has a pastor, believes that God will favour him, openly engage in an…
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Dead bodies exhumed and relocated after 52 years over construction in Ogun
by Isi Esene The infrastructural development currently being experienced in Abeokuta, Ogun State, will require some form of discomfort from residents of the city as 42 families are in a…
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Temitope Shittu-Alamu: Gender discrimination begins at the cradle
by Temitope Shittu-Alamu If there should be any divide between male and female at all, it shouldn't even start in the family unit. In the cause of the week I…
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TICKER: It’s a lie, I am not after corrupt governors – GEJ
The Presidency on Wednesday in Abuja refuted newspaper reports that President Goodluck Jonathan was after some corrupt governors. The President was alleged to have made the statement through Vice President…
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TICKER: Bizarre invention: Japanese goal-keeping toilet (WATCH it in action)
Two Japanese firms have teamed up to create a toilet that doubles up as a goalkeeper. The Super Great Toiler Keeper showed off its prowess by saving penalties from Japanese…
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TICKER: “I’m tired of Bronco Bamma and Mitt Romney” – 4 year-old breaks into tears over US election (WATCH)
The greatest video you'll see today, courtesy of Matt Viser: I’m tired,” the girl, Abigael Evans, says in a video recorded by her mother. “I’m tired of Bronco Bamma…
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Put your clothes back on, D’Prince! Mavin artiste launches new website (+ HOT PHOTOS)
by Hauwa Gambo The Mavin Records act, D'Prince is now determined to take his career by the horns - and as well he should! He has launched his official website.…
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Orgasms can happen to women too – 9 things (we bet) you didn’t know about dreams
By Sarah Jio Turns out, you can dream at your desk at work, in the car, even at your kid’s soccer game. Wakeful dreaming—not to be confused with daydreaming—is…
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TICKER: “I was giving him a nose job” – Woman who shot boyfriend in the face
The Kentucky woman who shot her boyfriend in the head and face multiple times said she was giving him “the nose job that he wanted,” detectives said. Investigators revealed a…
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TICKER: Celebratory gunfire at Saudi wedding cuts cable, 23 electrocuted
Celebratory gunfire at a wedding party in eastern Saudi Arabia on Tuesday night brought down an electric cable, killing 23 people, a local civil defence official said. "At the wedding,…
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TICKER: Heard of curtis laxa? Meet the 1-year-old girl that looks like an ’80-year-old man’ (PHOTOS)
This baby is only a year old but already looks 80. Her name is Yuxin, and she tragically suffers from a rare skin disease that makes her look prematurely old.…
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Art or addiction? Meet the world’s most tattooed man, covered 100% in ink – See (unsettling) Photos
by Chi Ibe The ultimate in multi-layered tattooing is represented by the chainsaw juggling, unicycling, sword-swallowing Lucky Diamond Rich (Australia, born New Zealand), who has spent over 1,000 hours having…
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More opinion! More issues! More debate! YNaija.com introduces the Y! Superbloggers – See List
by Isi Esene In line with the Y! brand essence that focuses on issues and ideas that central to the informed and engaged young Nigerian, from November 1, YNaija.com brings…
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Keeping up with the Jones? 7 reasons your neighbours have more money than you
by Vincent King While my neighbors may or may not make have more money than me, I don’t let it influence the way that I live. I spend money in…
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TICKER: What a pity: Four policemen collapse at parade
Four policemen yesterday collapsed at the Dr. Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin-City, during the pull-out parade of the Edo State Commissioner of Police (CP), Olayinka Balogun. The policemen were participating in…
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TICKER: ‘Prostate cancer kills 14 Nigerian men daily’ – NGO
The Coordinator, National Cancer Prevention Programme, Lagos State branch, Dr. Abia Nzelu, has said that prostate cancer kills 14 men everyday in Nigeria. Nzelu, who said this in an interview…
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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