August 15, 2012

Something New: Show Dem – Hoodini featuring Ayo Jay

by Doyin Jaiyesimi Hoodini, Don Jazzy’s Enigma competition Top 5 finalist, has released his second single featuring Ayo Jay. Titled ‘Show Dem’, the song is catchy and the instrumentals are excellent. A little less auto-tune would have made the song even better. Listen to the song here.

Ayo Jay, Hoodini, Show Dem

August 15, 2012

Update: Kaduna explosion aimed at shutting Islamic scholar, Sheikh Gumi up

by Akan Ido There are indications that the bomb which exploded in transit yesterday afternoon in Kaduna might have been targeted at the prominent Islamic Cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Abubakar Gumi. The Sheikh has actively campaigned against the violent strategies employed by the dreaded Islamic sect, Boko Haram, calling them the real enemies of Islam. During... Read More

boko haram, IED, islam, kaduna, Militants, Sheikh Ahmad Abubakar Gumi

August 15, 2012

#InCaseYouMissedIt: LASTMA drops manslaughter charges against Yinka Johnson

by Isi Esene Yinka Johnson, the banker who was earlier accused by the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) of running over one of its employees, Hammed Balogun, was arraigned yesterday at the Igbosere Magistrate Court on a one count charge of reckless driving, and not manslaughter as earlier proposed. YNaija had, before the arraignment,... Read More

Ajah, banker, court, Hammed Balogun, Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, Lastma, Yinka Johnson

August 15, 2012

WATCH: How to be a cool president -Obama-style

by Isi Esene So, no matter what problems we’re facing at home, the world is paying attention to the America’s presidential election post the Paul Ryan Republican Party pick. Is current president, Barack Obama worried? Not if his ‘cool as ice’ image is to be believed. He showed up at the Iowa State Fair Ground... Read More

barack obama, beer, campaign, Democrat, Iowa, Mitt Romney, Republican

August 15, 2012

Want to win a free exclusive ticket to The Future Awards 2012? Click to find out how

by Doyin Jaiyesimi The much anticipated Future Awards is almost here – August 25 and 26 in Port Harcourt. As official media partner of the seventh season of the awards, we are giving out 10 FREE exclusive tickets to the prestigious event. Yes, do your happy dance! To be one of the 10 lucky... Read More

competition, exclusive tickets, The Future Awards, twitter.

August 15, 2012

EPL Countdown: Top 5 signings to watch out for

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Allow us whisper this: Proper football is back. From Saturday this week and for the next nine months or so, the stadia in England, will come alive with singing fans, fantastic football, hair-raising atmospheres and of course, the brilliant players that will conjure all the magic. From today till the first match... Read More

eden hazard, epl, jan vertonghen, santi cazorla, shinji kagawa, steven pienaar

August 14, 2012

Mai, Eva, Skepta & More: FAB’s ‘Sound Issue’ is out

by Doyin Jaiyesimi FAB Magazine is out with its latest issue which hits news stands this week. Inspired by the adage ‘sound mind in a sound body’ and the Olympic fever that took a hold of London and the world at large for the past three weeks, the annual music issue is aptly titled ‘The... Read More

Eva Alordiah, FAB Magazine, mai atafo, Skepta, Sound Issue

August 14, 2012

Woman hires soldiers to abduct and beat her neighbours

by Akan Ido Sukurat Aminu of No. 23, Rashidi Akotun Street, Bariga, was on Tuesday arraigned for allegedly hiring the services of unknown soldiers to abduct and thoroughly beat her neighbours following a disagreement. Aminu was arraigned today at the Somolu Magistrate’s Court for hiring five military men to deal mercilessly with Olusola Nosiru and... Read More

court, lagos, magistrate, Olusola Nosiru, Owolabi Mariam, Somolu, Sukurat Aminu, unknown soldiers

August 14, 2012

Opinion: Stop trying to relax

by Mark O’Connell I’m on the beach, trying to relax… and brainstorm for this article. As a psychotherapist, my clients frequently ask me for tips on how to achieve a state of calm. Now’s my chance to capture something crucial about this inexplicable process (and to reduce my own anxiety the next time one of... Read More

Mark O’Connell, neurosis, relaxation, yoga

August 14, 2012

Robin, the fans are right to Persie-cute you

by ‘Ifreke Inyang It is the Emmanuel Adebayor story all over again. One brilliant season and either or both Manchester clubs, are singing love songs into your ears. The difference perhaps, is that Robin van Persie’s version, came complete with a press release (which he aptly tweeted the link to), stating that he would not... Read More

alex ferguson, arsene wenger, manchester united, robin van persie, wayne rooney

August 14, 2012

7 years: Nigerian couple in the UK jailed for child molestation

by Adeniyi Abdul A Nigerian man and his wife living in the United Kingdom have bagged seven-year jail terms for child molestation. The couple was accused of beating their six children with brooms, hoovers and wires, in attempts to cleanse them of evil spirits. The case is particularly noteworthy because it was brought to attention... Read More

child abuse, child molestation, coronation street, michelle collins

August 14, 2012

2 reported dead in Kaduna explosion

by Hauwa Gambo Two have been confirmed dead and four feared dead as a bomb conveyed on a motorbike has just exploded along Ali Akilu Road, by Lord Lugard Roundabout in Kaduna. The two bombers died instantly. The blast location stands close to to Sultan Bello Mosque where a popular Sheikh, Ahmad Gumi has spoken... Read More

boko haram, Bomb, kaduna, motorcyle, Sheikh

August 14, 2012

Opinion: Is cheating contagious?

by Dr Peggy Drexler After 10 years of marriage and with two children under the age of 6, Sarah and Josh were getting a divorce. The reason: Josh had been having an on-and-off affair with Rae, a longtime friend and colleague, for nearly a year. Sarah, suspecting something was up but not sure what, had... Read More

cheating, dr peggy drexler, Marriage, Relationships

August 14, 2012

“This thing is monstrous” – Discovery of 17-foot python (with 87 eggs) raises concerns

by Adeniyi Abdul A 17.5 foot Burmese python was discovered last week in the Everglades in Florida and is believed to be the largest ever in the state. The snake was examined by scientists at the Florida Museum of Natural History and found to weigh 164.5-pounds, after it was brought there from the Everglades National... Read More

Burmese Python, Kenneth Krysko, Skip Snow, snake, wildlife

August 14, 2012

Opinion: A millionaire at 29, that’s five years too late

by Izere Imosemi The title above is a catchy advertising statement that keeps getting my attention in several parts of the city where I live. Each time I see the caption, I ask myself if Nigeria, as it is presently, can actually produce a millionaire at 29 as boldly stated by the advert. As an... Read More

Izere Imosemi, millionaire, Nigerian youths, University

August 14, 2012

TICKER: Woman spots her child for sale on the Internet

A Canadian woman called police when she found an online ad offering her baby for sale based on photos she’d posted on Facebook. The unidentified woman in the central British Columbia town of Fort St. John called the Royal Canadian Mounted Police when she spotted the ad in an online buy-and-sell site, the Canadian Broadcasting... Read More

August 14, 2012

SNAPSHOT: Another journalist brutalised in Lagos

by Adeniyi Abdul Barely a week after the brutalisation of a photojournalist at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital Mortuary, another member of the press has suffered a similar fate. Governor Fashola condemned the mortuary attack, stating that he was “horrified” by it, but that didn’t stop freelance photographer Tunde Ogundeji, from being assaulted yesterday.... Read More

Benedict Uwalaka, Idowu Ogunleye, lagos state, Tunde Ogundeji

August 14, 2012

TICKER: Study: Stressed men prefer bigger women

British researchers said their study indicates men who are going through stressful times prefer larger-sized women. The Westminster University team said they separated 80 male volunteers into two groups and submitted one of the groups to stressful activities including mock job interviews and math exams, The Daily Telegraph reported Thursday. The researchers, who published their... Read More

August 14, 2012

“Stupid people” – Actor Jeremy Renner can’t hide his distate for the Kardashians

by Adeniyi Abdul Star of the number one movie at the Box Office this week is no fan of the Kardashians. Jeremy Renner, who plays central character Aaron Cross in the latest instalment in the Bourne movie franchise, The Bourne Legacy has stated that he thinks the reality tv stars are “stupid” and have “zero... Read More

daniel craig, Jeremy Renner, Kardashians

August 14, 2012

TICKER: Gruesome: Teen boy rapes girlfriend’s 15-month old baby

Some crimes are just so gruesome that you have to wonder what the world is coming to. Logan Andrew West is accused of raping a 15 month old baby and causing her some very serious internal injuries, according to authorities. On Monday, the Ohio teen was charged with the rape of a minor under the... Read More

August 14, 2012

TICKER: Usher’s wife writes about mourning son’s death and fighting Usher for custody

After laying her 11-year-old son Kile Glover to rest, Tameka Foster Raymond took to the web earlier this month to thank her supporters for their prayers and well wishes. She also described her heartache and frustrations of fighting R&B superstar, Usher Raymond IV, in court for custody of their two children, Usher Raymond V and... Read More

August 14, 2012

Aderonke Adebanjo: What do you do while you’re waiting to get married?

Plus, there will always be something to look forward to once you’ve acquired what you were “waiting” for, so you might as well make the most of the waiting period, right? Most people I know want to get married. I mean, it’s the topic of discussion everywhere you go. No matter how hard you try (or maybe... Read More

aderonke adebanjo, Love, Marriage, Relationships

August 14, 2012

TICKER: “Sit down and wait for the police!” – Burglars were told (and they obeyed)

A Michigan man interrupted a home invasion at a neighbor’s house by ordering the alleged suspects to sit still until authorities arrived, police said. Hearing the sound of breaking glass on Saturday evening, the unnamed Ypsilanti Township, Mich., man checked his neighbor’s house and saw one person leaving through a window and another standing by... Read More

August 14, 2012

Iyinoluwa Aboyeji: The Olympics that matter (YNaija FrontPage)

Difficult takes a day, Impossible takes a week – Jay Z (Diamonds are Forever) Given our poor showing at the recently concluded olympics, it is easy to see why so many Nigerians were up in arms. Thankfully, God refused to be begged into performing miracles that aren’t just impossible but immoral. But, I was somewhat... Read More

athletics, iyinoluwa aboyeji, nigeria, olympics

August 14, 2012

Historic: Couple wins £148m in EuroMillions lottery

by Adeniyi Abdul A middle-aged couple living in Suffolk has clinched the second largest ever prize in the EuroMillions lottery. Adrian Bayford and wife Gillian, who are in their 40s, won a total of £148.6 million in Friday’s lottery draw. Speaking at a media briefing, Gillian said she thought her husband was joking when he... Read More

Adrian Bayford, EuroMillions, Gillian Bayford, Lottery, money, Suffolk

August 14, 2012

Big move: The Future Awards holds in Port Harcourt, Tony Elumelu announced as keynote speaker

by Doyin Jaiyesimi The central working committee for The Future Awards is excited to announce that Port Harcourt – selected by UNESCO as the World Book Capital 2014 – is the official host city for The Future Awards 2012. The event will hold on 25th and 26th August in the Rivers State capital. “Exciting things... Read More

Governor Rotimi Amaechi, Port Harcourt, The Future Awards, Tony Elumelu

August 14, 2012

TICKER: Norway Massacre could have been prevented, report says

Norwegian police and security services could have prevented all or part of an attack by far-right militant Anders Behring Breivik, who killed 77 people in a bombing and gun massacre last year, a government commission said on Monday. Intelligence services could have learned about Breivik’s plans months before the attack made him the worst mass... Read More

August 14, 2012

TICKER: Judge tells pregnant man – “I don’t believe you’re a male and I won’t give you a divorce”

Arizona isn’t exactly the most liberal state in America, so this argument might have a hard time flying. A judge is refusing to preside over the divorce of a “pregnant man” and his wife, arguing that the couple’s marriage was not valid in the first place. Thomas Beatie is seeking a divorce from his wife... Read More

August 14, 2012

TICKER: Loser: Man allegedly rapes grandmother because he couldn’t find a girlfriend

A man is accused of trying to rape his own grandmother after beating her with a hammer. Samuel Dye is being accused of launching this heinous attack all because he “couldn’t find a girlfriend and wanted to get some.” Dye was stopped by his father after he heard the screams from the 61-year old woman. ... Read More

August 14, 2012

TICKER: Anderson Cooper’s boyfriend allegedly caught cheating

Anderson Cooper’s long-term boyfriend, Ben Maisani, allegedly has been caught on camera kissing another man in a New York park. Maisani, 39, who has been in a serious relationship with Cooper for more than three years, can be seen in new images holding hands and passionately kissing a man who is not the “silver fox”... Read More

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