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 Traffic and Management Authority (LASTMA), following a raid. After a raid by the patrol teams, ‘okada’ riders went on a rampage, promising to attack any... Read More
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. Alariwo was pretty convinced the word had to do with fear. It was the Flytime TV’s word of the day that has become somewhat popular with... Read More
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 stolen from Catholic churches in Holley and Kendall, rural parishes between Buffalo and Rochester. No other details have been released. The nun’s attorney, James Harrington,... Read More
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. His dream today helps families around the world to have kids, and for donors to make over N13,000 per donation…some donate thrice a week. In... Read More
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 of Americans. And for that, I remain eternally grateful. People want to be told that everything is going to be ok. My Democratic friends have... Read More
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 – from the natural disasters to the jungle justice. Click here to listen: FLY [audio:http://static.ynaija.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/2face-idibia-ft-b-howard-fly-remix_YNaija.com_.mp3|titles=2face-idibia-ft-b-howard-fly-remix_YNaija.com_]
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, compared to the those who didnt. They suggest that exercise promotes healthy hormone levels that create a better environment in the testes for sperm production.... Read More
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 of popular Fareed Zakaria’s GPS on CNN. The event tagged, Airtel’s Night of Influence, is a distinct platform that will provide a networking opportunity to... Read More
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 philanthropist and enthusiast, Yemi Idowu, is the chair of the new Board. Idowu is a non- executive Director at Sterling Bank and the immediate past... Read More
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 stepping. Click here to listen: Aunty Tolu [audio:http://static.ynaija.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/AUNTY-TOLU_RUNTOWN-_TIMAYA_.mp3|titles=AUNTY-TOLU_RUNTOWN-_TIMAYA_]
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 some have called them) music misadventures. Not knowing her history as a singer, her band (formed in the 90s with her husband, the late Jaiye... Read More
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 accident she sustained during the voters’ registration exercise. Nzegwu, is claiming N10m as exemplary damages and N50m for general damages following the accident before the... Read More
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 by her fans. The album features established acts like Duncan Mighty, YQ, LKT, Akpororo, and the DC Envoys – Gordons, Obus and Festus. Download songs... Read More
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 Political Party called the Peoples Democratic Party Youth Circuit. And it will come to pass in a time not too distant from the time you... Read More
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 is a giant embarrassingly trapped in dwarfish height.” –Dr Oby Ezekwesili (the immediate past Vice-President, Africa Region of the World Bank), guest speaker at the... Read More
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 is 25 today and proud! To mark the date, she has issues two photos from a recent photoshoot. The shoot was taken in Atlanta, USA,... Read More
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 odious fumes from his blackened exhaust to our national space for as long as this his ill-conceived article is visible. Listen up everyone, Sonala Olumhense... Read More
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 production (as usual) but was assured that we would only be gone a couple of hours and that it would be fun. Fun was something... Read More
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 and ideals of the creating the councils has been defeated. He advocated for the review at the weekend when members of the Association of Local... Read More
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 ‘Beautiful Baby’. The video, shot in Philadelphia, US, features what they’ve always been known for; love, beautiful ladies, captivating scenery and sexy moves. Enjoy the... Read More
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 reading The Supreme Commander, Olufemi Ogunsanwo’s 2009 biography of former Head of State Yakubu Gowon. I don’t need to tell you it’s a fascinating read.... Read More
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 session with the media where she outlined the spirited efforts put up by her team of rescuers to bring the bank back to life. Today... Read More
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 society where high-speed dating is so common, it’s never been more important to know the proper ways to end a relationship. To help keep you... Read More
A day before the election, a video that depicts a visibly angry Mitt Romney defending his faith has become a viral hit. The clip, which according to news reports comes from a 2007 conversation the typically reserved GOP presidential candidate had with an Iowa radio talk show host, shows Romney engaging in a theological discussion... Read More
by Rachel Ogbu To Ibijoke Apena and Janet Eruwayo, two octogenarian sisters abandoned by their children and relations, this day might never have come save for media reports that brought to light their anguish. Last week some of their children relocated them and moved the sister who had stuck together to a private old people’s home at... Read More
by DFTM The reason a woman will omit a few escapades from her history is because she is ever fearful of being seen as “easy.” Make no mistake about it, gentlemen; all women lie in certain situations and your girlfriend is no exception. Sometimes she’s only telling half-truths to keep the peace. Sometimes her motives... Read More
Jessica Simpson’s father Joe has finally put to rest rumours that he is gay, it has been reported. Speculation has been swirling around Hollywood for weeks that the 54-year-old has been dating an aspiring male model. But Joe has been trying to put an end to the rumours by telling friends and family that the... Read More
by Isi Esene Who would have ‘thunk‘ a Jumobi Mofe-Damijo had a tattoo… on her right bossom? Well, this was confirmed yesterday when the former AIT presenter (and former administrator at Airtel and now wife of a Delta State Commissioner) took pictures at Agatha Amata’s birthday with a butterfly tattoo sneaking a peek at the... Read More
by Alina Dizik Living within your means instead of trying to keep up with the Joneses will ultimately make you happier. Overcoming Jealousy: As thrilled as you are that your inner circle consists of successful, happy women, it’s normal to question whether you’re as successful and happy as they are. “Women instinctively compare themselves to... Read More