No dying for Nigeria? Corps members refuse to go North

by Tolu Orekoya The rise in violence in Nigerian northern states have sent non-residents fleeing from the region, as bombings by terrorist group Boko Haram and reprisal attacks flourish. The National Youth Service Corps still deployed corps members to states such as Bauchi, Borno, Kaduna, Kano, Sokoto and Yobe, despite the lack of stability in those states. Some... Read More

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July 2, 2012

Soft on corruption? Not me, President Jonathan says

by Staff Writer Despite the cases of alleged corruption involving important bodies of the government including the Security and Exhchange Commission and the House, Nigerian president, Goodluck Jonathan denies that either him or his administration are “soft on corruption”. The Presidency said nothing had been done or left undone under the President’s watch to justify the labelling... Read More

July 2, 2012

Femi goes to court: Otedola sues Lawan, Tambuwal for N250 billion damages

by Staff Writer As the investigations over the $620,000 bribery fiasco involving Farouk Lawan and oil magnate, Femi Otedola tries to gain some traction after being stonewalled by many of the parties involved, Otedola has moved on, trying to get financial restitution, in the amount of N250 billion. For intimidating and costing him good will and patronage, the Chairman... Read More

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July 1, 2012

PHOTOS: Eddie Murphy steps out with new girlfriend, Rocsi from BET

by Staff Writer They keep getting younger. The year 28-year-old BET ‘106 & Park’ VJ Rocsi Diaz was born, Eddie Murphy, 51, was featuring in his last season as a star on TV show, ‘Saturday Night Live’. The couple were rumoured to have started dating about a month ago, when the celebrity duo were seen leaving a coffee... Read More

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July 1, 2012

Chris Brown throws down gauntlet, releases Drake diss track (NSFW lyrics, audio)

by Staff Writer The catfight between Chris ‘Breezy’ Brown, and Drake ‘Drizzy’ just went from the night club to the rap booth, with Chris Brown’s attempt at a diss track. Released to DJ Orator, yesterday (download here) the track shows off’s Breezy’s less than impressive lyrical skill as he tries to insult the ‘Take Care’... Read More

July 1, 2012

Femi Owolabi: Is the Pentecostal dress-sense invading the Catholic Church?

I may not be theologically correct, but at least I should make a little sense, morally speaking—or writing. The ubiquitous public display of women’s bodies leaving virtually nothing to the imagination has never been my worry—trust me, I’ve met ladies in public places and seen how they make deliberate efforts at promoting their cleavage. I have been... Read More

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July 1, 2012

Kenyan terrorist group copies Boko Haram? Explosions rock two churches in Kenya

by Staff Writer It what could be retaliatory attacks, CNN reports that there were explosions at two separate churches in the Kenya, killing 17 and injuring at least 40 people according to the Red Cross. The East African country has seen a surge of attacks since its incursion into its neighbour Somalia, last year in order to battle the Islamist group al-Shabaab. ... Read More

July 1, 2012

12-year-old burns cross into his back with dangerous ‘salt and ice’ game (Warning: Disturbing image)

by Tolu Orekoya A 12-year-old boy from the US city of Pittsburg, Pennsylvania burned a cross into his back after taking part in the “salt and ice challenge” making its way around video website YouTube, and other social networking websites. The challenge is popular among young teenagers, and involves pressing a layer of salt into... Read More

July 1, 2012

LISTEN: Ms. Chief’s ‘Wanting’ not a “long ting”

by Staff Writer There has been a fascinating trend going on in Nigerian music: the infusion of dancehall beats and pronunciations. While it is largely hit and miss for most artists, Ms. Chief and her guest artists Kel and Zara stay just this side of over-the-top patois, releasing a grooving-in-your-car track that is a solid addition to... Read More

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July 1, 2012

Monkey Business: Children of Nowadays

by Ifeanyi Dike Jr Take this as digest – you have never known true satisfaction until you’ve told someone quite deserving off. The phrase ‘children of nowadays’ has never been said to me with negative insinuation three times in one day. This means I’m becoming increasingly unappealing to the preceding generation. Perhaps I should do... Read More

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July 1, 2012

Telecom fines won’t be sent back to the customers, says NCC

by Staff Writer In May of this year, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) fined four mobile telecommunication service providers – Airtel, Etisalat, Globacom and MTN – N1.17 billion naira over poor quality of service. For 26 days, they accumulated the daily fines of N2.5 million, while they negotiated payments, and eventually paid the original fine, minus the 26 days. Now,... Read More

July 1, 2012

Well fancy that: Nigerian-American model Fancy Tracy behind the scenes of Coke advert (Video)

by Tolu Orekoya It is always good to see Nigerian’s in the diaspora doing well. Meet Fancy Tracy aka, Tracy Acholonu, a Nigerian model who has had scores of contracts with companies like Coca Cola, Versace, and Tory Burch; and walked the runway for several designers at the last Arise Magazine Fashion Week. She is participating in the... Read More

July 1, 2012

Ebuka Obi -Uchendu: Nigerians give a damn (YNaija FrontPage)

A few people fell as one girl screamed; “I knew I should have left for London today. I knew it.” Was that a bomb I had just heard? I didn’t want to believe it. Bombings in Nigeria first became a national issue the moment Abuja was hit on October 1, 2010. There couldn’t have... Read More

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July 1, 2012

Report: Police declares House investigation of Lawan illegal

by Stanley Azuakola Whether it is done in the open, or behind closed doors, the police say the investigation of the Farouk Lawan bribery saga by the House Committee on Ethics and Privileges is illegal. The argument being, the House has no business investigating a criminal matter. If they do, then what will police officers do? The Punch newspaper spoke... Read More

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July 1, 2012

Pirates of the Gulf of Guinea: 6 pirates try to hijack oil tanker

by Tolu Orekoya Pirates made a failed attempt to hijack an unnamed oil tanker off the coast of Nigeria, according to an internationl piracy watchdog. The aborted boarding occurred on Saturday June 30, early in the morning, but none of the crew was injured and the vessel remained in their hands, said the London-based International... Read More

July 1, 2012

50 years in the making, what’s another week or two? New PIB out in two weeks

by Staff Writer The lifeblood of our economy, the petroleum industry has been well overdue for an overhaul of the regulations governing the industry. Earlier this year, the first draft of the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) was introduced, but many analysts called the bill to be more favourable to petroleum companies. However, President Goodluck Jonathan sent the bill back... Read More

July 1, 2012

Nigerian Air force to establish Int’l Helicopter School

by Stanley Azuakola In exactly one month, the Nigerian Air Force will commence operations at its International Helicopter Training School located in Enugu. This much was revealed by the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshall Umar Dikko, at the weekend, during the graduation ceremony of students of Administration, Air Police, Music, Physical Education and Regiment... Read More

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July 1, 2012

Spain will need to deal with a reJUVEnated Pirlo and Super Mario

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Later this evening, the European Championships – which has not quite been a quick fix for sworn Premier League fans like us – comes to a close. It will be a fascinating encounter between Italy and holders, Spain. The match will not only bring together the respective brilliance of Andrea Pirlo and... Read More

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July 1, 2012

I-Num drops video for his debut single, ‘Man in your life’

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Say hello to Nigeria’s newest rap sensation, I-Num. Born Nwachukwu DaSilva, the 22-year-old has released the video to his popular debut single, ‘Man in you life’. I-Num, who is currently signed to the So Felt Muzik Record Company is a lyrical genius, always keen to attack and rip the beat off.... Read More

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July 1, 2012

Review: The thing about ‘Fine Boys’

by Stanley Azuakola Title: Fine Boys Author: Eghosa Imasuen Publisher: Kachifo Limited (2012) Pages: 379 Eghosa Imasuen had quite a few doubters after the release of his début novel, To Saint Patrick. For the most part, the doubts were not a criticism of his art, but an instinctive reluctance by many to accept the audacity of the book. The book demanded far... Read More

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July 1, 2012

OBJ designs tutorials specially for GEJ… in last week’s news with a pinch of salt

by Stanley Azuakola Obasanjo Tutors Jonathan NO one was sure about why ex-president Olusegun Obasanjo wields such strong influence on the current administration of President Jonathan. However, details have emerged which show that the ex-president’s power stems from the fact that he is President Jonathan’s lesson teacher. Obasanjo is tutoring Jonathan on the course: How... Read More

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June 30, 2012

Explosions and gunfire reported in Damaturu

Eyewitnesses in Damaturu, capital of Yobe are reporting mutiple bomb explosions and gunfires. A Trust report confirms that sounds of several explosions and gunfire are reported by residents of Nyanya, a suburb in the heart of Damaturu, the Yobe state capital. It is not known at this time where is being targeted but state commissioner... Read More

June 30, 2012

Explosion and gunfire reported in Damaturu

Eyewitnesses in Damaturu, capital of Yobe are reporting mutiple bomb explosions and gunfires. Those responsible for these are unclear but we shall keep you posted.

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June 30, 2012

“I don’t want my wedding pictures to just be all over the place” – Uche Jombo

by Hauwa Gambo Uche Jombo announced her marriage a few weeks ago, and since then people have been itching for pictures of the wedding – especially since the actress and producer returned without her husband. Well, in this interview with BN, she says those pictures will be out soon – and she’s having a blast!... Read More

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June 30, 2012

Relief Cometh: Agency promises floods will soon stop (but only for a while)

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET) has promised that Nigerians will have some relief from the rains and flood in mid-july. Thebreak, known as ‘little dry season’, should be expected by the third week in July, Cyprian Okoloye, deputy regional manager of the agency told the Punch following floods across Lagos and other South-Western states this... Read More

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June 30, 2012

Temie Giwa: The change we need (YNaija FrontPage)

We begin this week with the recent media chat held last week by the President. Many Nigerians tuned in and attempted to ask the president many pertinent questions. Previously, I had secretly held hope that President Jonathan had the opportunity to be the person who we have been waiting for. I believed that he could... Read More

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June 30, 2012

Photo of the day: Is he passed out or knocked out? Girl’s got to get her man to the altar

by Staff Writer Going to the chapel, and we’re gonna get maaaaaaried…by force!

June 30, 2012

Opinion: Why every church in the North needs to be closed now

by Gbenga Osinaike These are trying times for the Christian community in the country. For those of us in Southern Nigeria, it may be difficult to comprehend the onslaught on Christians in the North because we are not directly involved. While our brothers and sisters are frequently murdered we are busy praying for prosperity and... Read More

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June 30, 2012

Are you dieting? Learn the difference between good vs. bad calories

by Staff Writer That dreaded word: diet. The bane of want-to-be healthy people struggling with caloric intake, fats, carbs, proteins, and nutrients. They come and go with their own benefits and detractions, and there are enough of them to make a person go crazy. The New York Times takes a good look at the contents... Read More

June 30, 2012

WATCH: “Rap is who I am” ex-beauty queen Munachi Abi

by Staff Writer Her tough, brash persona is very much in the back ground as Muna gives a soft-spoken beauty queen-esque interview to Hip On TV. Watch: Video Courtesy: Hip On TV

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