by Isi Esene This might not be your dream wedding but it surely serves its purpose. The Kano State Government yesterday conducted a mass wedding for 250 couples, this is the second one in its series being co-ordinated by the State Hisbah Board, the first one held on May 15 at the Kano Central Mosque.... Read More
by Seyi Lawal Peter Culshaw who just returned to the UK from Lagos, spoke on the Radio show 5 about his tour d’horizon of the dynamic Nigerian pop scene, featuring Asa, Tiwa Savage, 2Face, Flavour and D’Banj, the “Koko-Master”, who has just had his first UK Top 10 hit with “Oliver Twist”. Also discussed was the... Read More
As much as appointing the first lady is not legally wrong, the obvious message of sycophancy and political bias that the appointment sends is what worries me. The news that our first lady, Dame Patience Jonathan had been appointed a permanent secretary by the Bayelsa State governor has been dissected and butchered in the news... Read More
by Isi Esene A Nigerian Whitney Houston impersonator has been mistaken for the real deal by none other than the Cable News Network (CNN). The mistake was all the more awkward because the impersonator shown performing is not even a woman! In a Piers Morgan interview with multi-platinum rap artiste, LL Cool J, CNN producers... Read More
by Hauwa Gambo The people of Edo State feel like break-dancing – and there’s no stopping them, not even with downpours. As their governor, Adams Oshiomhole was declared winner of yesterday’s elections earlier today, the people of Benin stepped onto the streets to celebrate the coming of a second term, pouring out in the hundreds.... Read More
by Hauwa Gambo If you think it’s only the governor, Adams Oshiomhole who’s ecstatic about the Action Congress of Nigeria’s victory today in the gubernatorial elections, well think again. A group within the People’s Democractic Party (PDP), led by Lai Olabode and with members including Uche Chuta and Ohimai Amaize has issued a statement congratulating... Read More
by Adeniyi Abdul The Edo State gubernatorial elections have come and gone with Adams Oshiomhole emerging victor and retaining his position. The elections weren’t characterised as your typical Nigerian political proceedings might be (which, alone is saying a lot) with various promises, threats, warnings and downright outlandish statements being delivered from both ends of the... Read More
by Adeniyi Abdul D’Banj has returned with a new single “Oyato” and as with any new release by a major artist it’s been trailed by wildly varying opinionss; perhaps louder in this case due to the fact the kokomaster seems to be in the position of the one people love to hate right now. Check... Read More
But how long will a nation once known as a giant continue the act of burying her head in the sand? Change agents come, change agents go, but the sore livelihoods remain. So, what must we do? It was one of those afternoons in Lagos. The sun was up in all its might, as if... Read More
by Isi Esene The families of the victims of the Dana Air crash have resolved to unite and form a formidable front in facing the challenges which might arise as a result of the unfortunate accident. They complained of neglect by the authorities claiming that nothing concrete has been done so far to ease their... Read More
Produced by J-Sleek, the number sees D’Banj go back to his harmonica and sing about his stature as an artist now. Check on it. [audio:http://static.ynaija.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dbanj-oyato.mp3|titles=dbanj-oyato]
by Isi Esene D’banj is back with a new single ‘Oyato’. In this new work, D’banj takes us back to the beginning when the harmonica played a prominent part of his melody. In a press release yesterday he expressed his desire to let his fans know that “he still remains the master of his craft,... Read More
by Hauwa Gambo The fear of the People’s Democratic Party gripped people all night – but now it’s official, Adams Oshiomhole wins a second term, and he wins it big! In what many are calling a massive landslide for his party, he won all 18 local government areas in Edo state. The governor recorded 477,478... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang ‘Imela’ is the Ibo word for ‘Thank you.’ And that is what Nathaniel Bassey and Enitan Adaba have to say to the Almighty God in this awesome worship track. The song emphasises the fact that we are not worthy to stand before the Lord or sing his praises. But because he poured out himself... Read More
by Isi Esene Students of the Federal University Technology, Akure (FUTA) took to the streets yesterday in protest against the government for failing to regulate the movement of articulated trucks plying the Akure-Owo Road which they claim led to the death of three student union leaders, one of which was from FUTA. The Tribune reported that the vehicle which the... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang Arsenal’s new boy, Lukas Podolski, says he would love to play alongside wantaway striker, Robin van Persie at the Emirates. He however admits that the possibility doesn’t lie in his hands. “All I can say is Van Persie had an amazing record last season and hopefully there is a way he can stay... Read More
by Adeniyi Abdul Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has criticised the Nigerian educational system, decrying the “ineffective” regulatory structure and constant mass failures recorded during examinations. Speaking in Lagos at the 2012 Isaac Moghalu Foundation Leadership Lecture tagged: “Education and Development: Paradigm Shift,” she criticised the existence of two examinations... Read More
by Adeniyi Abdul It looks like it’s business as usual with the PDP and ACN in Edo State, with the former accusing the latter of “frenzied and desperate antics of intimidation and blackmail” against the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. Edo State Governor Adams Oshiomole had earlier accused INEC of attempting to frustrate members of... Read More
by Adeniyi Abdul Edo State Governor Adams Oshiomole has ripped into the Independent National Electoral Commission, declaring that the body had failed in several aspects regarding the conduct of the Edo gubernatorial elections today. Speaking to newsmen earlier today at the Iyamho Primary School, Iyamho, Etsako West Local Government Area, he criticised the commission and... Read More
by Isi Esene Oceanview Restaurant played host to the finale of this year’s Fidelity Bank International Creative Writing Workshop tagged “The write way to greatness”. This edition, which is the 5th in its series, was anchored by Helon Habila, Aminatta Forna, and Sally Keith. It is designed to guide upcoming writers in honing their skills... Read More
by Isi Esene Exit polls obtained from voters on ground in Edo State suggests a landslide win for Adams Oshiomhole of the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN). Observers report a “high turnout of voters, visible resolve & commitment of voters & high level of participation by elite”. These are some of the unofficial results of... Read More
by Hauwa Gambo Yeah we know these guys are stringing us along – but seriously, aren’t you even a tad bit impressed? Davido tweeted the picture and we hear it cost N12 million.
by Isi Esene True to his words, the governor of Edo State after voting in Iyamho, his hometown has headed straight to Benin, the Edo State capital in a convoy of cars with his aides. According to Punch Newspaper reports, he expressed his misgivings towards the conduct of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in... Read More
by Isi Esene The overall peaceful conduct of the Edo State gubernatorial elections is still being maintained. According to reports, from Benin City to Okada, accreditation of voters have been peaceful so far. Voters have expressed satisfaction with the conduct of INEC officials because of the timely arrival of voting materials in many voting centres.... Read More
by Doyin Jaiyesimi For Jesse Okoli, capturing the beautiful moments of life through a camera lens is his passion. Barely two years after setting up his own studio, he already has his eyes set on international exposure and his hunger for success cannot be missed. Read more about Jesse and his plans to take his... Read More
In the end the struggle to reduce population growth rate must be focused on women’s health, not on population growth or economic growth. This is about doing what is best for women and its time Nigeria pays attention. A while ago, I wrote about the dire state of sexual reproductive health in Nigeria, the abortion... Read More
I remember the first time a guy called me pretty. A part of me wanted to believe him but another said “… don’t be fooled”. And so it went on and on that every time I was paid a compliment, I just felt betrayed and lied to. My Father died on the 30th of June... Read More
EDO STATE GOVERNMENT. FY2012 BUDGET OF CONTINUITY 1 Table of Content Budget Summary ……………………………………………………………………………. 2 Revenue ……………………………………………………………………………. 3-17 Recurrent Expenditure …………………………………………………………………………… 18 -22 Capital Receipt …………………………………………………………………………… 23 – 31 Consolidated Revenue Funds Charges ………………………………………………………………………….. 32 – 33 Capital Budget o Summary …………………………………………………………………… 35 o Agriculture ………………………………………………………………………….. 36 – 37 o Fisheries …………………………………………………………………………… 38 o... Read More
by Adeniyi Abdul The influence of media on the body image and self-esteem of females has been under increasing scrutiny in recent times. Fashion magazines in particular have been at the forefront of this, with several of them being criticised for the use of photoshop to make girls look slimmer, or the use of skinny... Read More