by WriterSpeaksPoetry Why would a little girl talk like this Why would she yell at her sister Why would her mother standby Only repeating “She’s a small child, she doesn’t know what she’s doing” Where does civilisation meet traditional values Do we have to give up one for the other Can we successfully marry the... Read More
by Richard Odilu Toyosi Ogunseye is a young brave and vivacious Nigerian. She dared to follow her dreams and convictions and was recently rewarded with a CNN African Journalist Award. YNaija’s Richard Odilu speaks with her… So you, a young female Nigerian, wins a CNN African Journalist Award. The question that comes to my mind... Read More
by Stanley Azuakola MEMO: TO ALL ELECTED PUBLIC OFFICIALS. The Nigeria that you lead is a land of too many critics. Whoever came up with the concept of free speech had obviously never met Nigerians. Such impossible people! I salute your courage and humility in seeking to be their ‘servant leaders’. They have come again.... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche Spice TV, a fashion, beauty and lifestyle channel from the stable of Consolidated Media Associates (CMA) presents the 2011 edition of Spice Haute Party. Fashion and music lovers will gather at the pool side of the swanky Four Points Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos on 5th August, 2011 for a night of fun and... Read More
by Ifreke Inyang [@Ifreke] [25th – 30th July, 2011] MONDAY: @mandilicious01’s first tweet as the new week began was: “Good morning twithrts wishing y’all a stress free week. Stay blessed.” @Nsuaha started his with stress, as his lecturer made him wake up early but was nowhere in sight. “Dat man shd just come and... Read More
by Tayo O We interview award winning short story and children fiction writer Uche Umez. He answers 10 questions, speaking about his latest work, The Runaway Hero which made the shortlist for the NLNG Prize for Literature, 2011. What is the name of your first published piece? The Little Hawker – a poem. How will... Read More
by Yemi Olowu Super Sun was one of the most anticipated albums this year, and when it launched, Bez’s fans made it obvious that it was worth the wait. SS lounge, Victoria Island was filled with soul music lovers, with guests like Sound Sultan, Eku Edewor, Yvonne Ekwere, Audu Maikori, Azuka Ogujiuba, Eric, Timi Dakolo... Read More
by Yemi Olowu The red carpet at the PSquare album launch was invaded by fans who displayed several types and shades of personal style. The event – which saw even children channelling their inner Willow Smith – was a huge success. Stars such as Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, Jimmy Jatt, Waje, Muna, Tiwa Savage, Lynxxx, Kenny Saint Brown,... Read More
by Sola Fasasi They came they saw and they were Amplified! The winners of the 6th season of Big Brother Africa were revealed in a sensational finale which kicked off powerfully with Nigeria’s youngest and finest, WizKid and Mo’Cheddah performing ‘Holla at Your Boy’ and ‘Ko Ma Roll’. The host of the show IK Osakioduwa... Read More
by Yemi Olowu London Divas, rejoice! You can now run your world with queen diva Beyonce’s fashion line which she created with her mother, Tina Knowles in 2005. For the first time in London, House of Dereon would be available at Selfridges this September. The A/W 2011 collection is inspired by their idea of a... Read More
by Lagun Akinloye This Week: News British Prime Minister Visits Nigeria British Prime Minister David Cameron visited Nigeria on Tuesday and pushed the messages of trade, aid and democracy, with more than a passing snipe at China’s lack of respect for the latter. Cameron flew into Nigeria’s commercial capital Lagos alongside a UK business delegation where he... Read More
by Idiare Atimomo I grew up with the story of the Pied Piper told to us almost like a movie thriller. In a land “far far away” a man existed who could play his flute so well that all the children in every town dropped what they were doing to listen to him and followed... Read More
by Sola Fasasi Talented singer Tiwa Savage, who is popular for her soulful voice and catchy tracks like ‘Love Me’ and ‘Kele Kele Love’ has recently been the victim of a vicious audio leak. Just a few moments ago, she announced with dismay on Twitter that her songs which have been circulating the internet lately, are... Read More
by Taiwo Damilola Though he has been off the scene for a while, Lambo returns with ‘Efaraburuku Bale’. Back in 2006, he featured on a track with Sound Sultan who still collaborates with him as he puts finishing touches on his up coming album, ‘Kososhee’. The video for the single is being shot alongsde those... Read More
by Yemi Olowu It’s LPM weekend again, and they have amazing first timers. New brands and designers are making their LPM debut, and this means shoppers can fill up their closet with new finds! So come Sunday 31st July, bring your friends & family between the hours of 12 and 7 pm to Get Arena,... Read More
by Sola Fasasi We’ll get right to it. In a few hours, Africa’s biggest double music export, PSquare, will invade Lagos in a massive concert titled ‘Invasion’. Powered by Flytime Productions and Square Records, the concert will hold at 7pm at the Expo Hall of Eko Hotel & Suites. YNaija is giving 2 readers the... Read More
by Taiwo Damilola Novo is a UK based rapper signed and managed by GMW. The Benin-born MC moved to the UK at an early age where he developed his interest in music inspired by the likes of Michael Jackson, MR Dry Gin, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, 50 Cent and more. Novo raised eyebrows in 2009 when... Read More
by Lucy Goosey We are happy to launch YNaija’s spanking new column, ‘The Beauty Spot’. Stay with us for makeup and beauty tips, tricks and how-tos for day, night and the all hours in between! Ever since I discovered a mirror, I’ve had an unhealthy obsession with my looks – particularly my face. Some call... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche M-Net has revealed the star-studded line-up for the two hour Amplified season finale. Talented performers that will rock the stage come Sunday evening include Nigeria’s WizKid, teen sensation Mo’Cheddah and Congolese sexy dancer Fally Ipupa among others. According to M-Net Africa Managing Director Biola Alabi, “we are going all out to amplify... Read More
by Taiwo Damilola Beazy makes some time away from BMM to finally release the video for his 2nd single, ‘Over N Over’ featuring producer/singer Dr Frabz. The single came after his first, ‘Bad Guy’, which was released last year. Beazy has been dropping it hot non-stop for 48 weeks on Beazy Music Monday with four... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche Grammy Award winning British soul/jazz singer Amy Winehouse passed away on Saturday after a long battle with alcohol and substance abuse. Results of a post-mortem carried out were inconclusive and no cause of death has been identified. She was 27 years. Tributes from her friends and colleagues have continued to pour in,... Read More
by Ada Igboanugo Bouqui’s Place Entertainment recently announced the launch of a new open mic show called D’Attic. The organisation, which is headed by female rapper Bouqui, describes the event as an evening of fine company, networking, relaxation and appreciation of God. The event debuts this Friday, 29th July 2011, and is scheduled to be... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche Sunday 31st July will witness the grand premiere of yet another Nollywood heavy hitter. Award winning actress Uche Jombo is set to premiere “Damage”, the first film from her eponymous studios at the Silverbird Galleria Lagos. The thrilling movie tells the story of love and the pain of domestic violence in a... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche 5th August, 2011 has been confirmed as the date for the Nigerian premiere of the highly publicized film ‘Mirror Boy’. Already generating a lot of buzz among Nollywood stakeholders and the media, speculations are high that the ‘Mirror Boy’ premiere will turn out to be another constellation of stars and celebrities. The... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche The Nollywood movie ‘Ghetto Dreamz’ a biopic about the late Nigerian rapper Da Grin held it’s final premiere in London recently. The glamorous evening saw celebrity guests and moviegoers turn out in their numbers to see the movie on the big screen for the final time at the Odeon Cinema in Greenwich,... Read More
by Taiwo Damilola Chykay releases a brand new follow up single to ‘Drama’, which he dropped in February. Chykay teams up with highlife singer and producer, Wizboyy for ‘Ohemaa’ which means ‘Queen’ in one of the Ghanian languages. On the love song, he sings in Pidgin English and his native Igbo language, in a beautiful... Read More
by Ifreke Inyang The summer transfer window is one of the most boring periods for a football crazy person. Or how do you explain the weekends without the excitement that the matches generate? The controversial goals, results, celebrations and refereeing decisions? The fired up arguments about the teams we support? Most times though,... Read More
by Taiwo Damilola Oritse Femi became popular after he featured on the song ‘Mercies of the Lord’ some years ago. He also released the remix where he featured late rapper Dagrin. The Warri born, Ajegunle representing singer, just released a brand new video for his single ‘Better’. He sings about where he’s from, how he... Read More
by Yemi Olowu Pako is the first of a series of designs that will be released under the Stick-Up Collection. “Pako” (pronounced as kpa-ko), is a man who, regardless of the mediocrity around him, holds his head high. His confidence in himself is often interpreted as arrogance and he responds to accusations of conceit by sticking out his tongue... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche WED Magazine – a premium wedding planning magazine that also focuses on relationships and family – officially launched in Lagos on 15th July, 2011. The debut issue beams a spotlight on bridal couturier Yemi Osunkoya of Kosibah. Wedding experts from across the globe also share from their expertise, and the style section is sure to... Read More