PIN, a Lagos-based social enterprise, addresses the gap between Nigeria’s disadvantaged youth and economic opportunities by providing demand-driven Information and Communication Technologies, entrepreneurship and life skills training. Peery Foundation, a Palo Alto-based family foundation established in 1978 by Richard Peery, has invested in Paradigm Initiative Nigeria (PIN). “We’re excited to be supporting PIN’s work! Following... Read More
by Yemi Olowu The MAD fashion and charity show was organised by a group of young Nigerians who formed The M.A.D (Making A Difference) Foundation. With a desire to change Nigeria, they set up the charity event on the 22nd of December, 2010, which featured the collections of nine young designers. The venue of the... Read More
by Yemi Olowu Nigerian super model Oluchi Onweagba-Orlandi shows off wearable pieces – swim suits, eyewear, jewellery, and other accessories – from designer houses like DKNY, BCBG Max Azria and Gucci for Nordstrom’s January 2011 catalog. The model-mom looks like she’s having a lot of fun and from each picture we can see Oluchi’s still got game! Photo credit:... Read More
by Chi Ibe Singer Zara recently released the video for her hit single, Aboko Ku. The video, which features Kenneth Okolie (Mr Nigeria) as Zara’s leading man, was produced by Toni Payne Concepts. This is video is an interesting interpretation of the song! Watch here: Aboko Ku
by Yemi Olowu Our StyleEYE is back! He talks to budding stylist, Onyinye Fafi Obi, the bubbly lady who stands out as a grounded young woman who knows her industry and is prepared to put in the required work to excel as a stylist. “Hard work pays! Don’t focus on the money. Focus on the... Read More
by Sola Fasasi For the past few weeks on Nigerian Idol, host Misi Fajimolu handles the contestants before they go on stage, while her co-host Anis Holloway manages them in front of their audience. It seems the question on everyone lips is this “Why does Misi seem to be doing just backstage interviews with the contestants?”... Read More
by Cheta Nwanze “Dem give us dem culture, we no understand.” —Fela Anikulapo-Kuti from Why Black Man dey suffer. So the re-run elections in Delta state have come and gone, and while a result was declared, it has been the same old story of snatched ballot boxes, voter intimidation and massive disenfranchisement of the electorate... Read More
by Linda Diokpa Nigeria marked her 50th anniversary as an independent country on October 1, 2010. The Jubilee celebration was however overshadowed by growing distrust and dread concerning the future in several quarters. This fear is fuelled by the malevolent nature of the on-going campaigns for the 2011 general elections. At a time when we... Read More
by Hauwa Gambo Singer/songwriter Adol was born Solomon Adewole and is also known as Ajikoigbaorin which means “One who wakes and writes 200 songs”. The young artiste is currently working on his debut album. Adol began singing as early as his years in primary school. After which he became a part of a group called “Three... Read More
by Akan Nweke Mr Ibu’s wife and one year old son have not seen for about a week now. The actor-comedian whose real name is John Okafor said he has been waiting to hear from the kidnappers for about four days now to no avail after they had called to reduce the ransom from fifty... Read More
by Sylva Nze Ifedigbo I was there to see the dentist. One of my molars was due to go, but to satisfy the requirements for seeing the dentist I had to answer a couple of questions from the lady receptionist, amongst which was my state of origin. “What exactly did my state of origin have... Read More
by Bola Aduwo Passionate, vivacious, funny, fierce. Those are the words that come to mind when you meet Uru Eke. An actress of great depth and much promise, Uru burst unto the scene in 2007 when she acted in the movie, Widow’s Men. Since then she has been building her portfolio, acting in other movies like Ebony,... Read More
by Eresuyi Eguae Let me say from the start that a lot of people will have an issue with the idea behind this piece because it suggests strict adherence to certain rules and imposes discipline on young people (which is our greatest fear). We have somehow picked up on living life to the fullest; living... Read More
The Freedom Issue of Y! Magazine featured the “50 Young People Who Will Change Nigeria”, former recipients of The Future Awards who are still relevant in their fields today. It is our belief that these people will shape the next 50 years of Nigeria’s story. Here they are! The best of Banke is yet to come... Read More
by Chi Ibe A few months ago YNaija brought you Moyeen’s new single, “Follow My Dreams”, and for the past few weeks the new artiste has been promoting her single, “Follow My Dreams” in Lagos, Nigeria. “Moyeen is becoming a whirlwind sensation,” said Linda Anukwuem, Moyeen’s media representative. Moyeen’s fans have been itching for the... Read More
by HD Happy New Year!! 2011 has finally come. We’ve resumed work, all is firmly underway, and this is a reality check on our New Year resolutions. Let’s do a quick check our love meters and see how it rates on our resolution ladder. That’s right, let’s see how much love means to you this... Read More
by ‘Demola Adesina The annual Rhythm Unplugged held on the 26th December 2010 at the Expo Centre of the Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. It lived up to the brand quote, ‘Anything can happen’, from the choral backup of Banky W to the fact that the show started and ended on time –... Read More
by Ifreke Inyang [@ifreke] [ 3rd Jan 2011 – 8th Jan 2011 ] MONDAY: “Gud mornin tweeps…hols r ova…its bak to hustle…paper chasin…av a lovely day ahead!” @brainchyld007 tweeted as the holidays thinned out. @Possicon was interested in what other tweeps were doing. He asked in his tweet, “Hey guys, today is first working day... Read More
by Yemi Olowu The YNaija ‘Cutting Edge’ series is a platform for fashion designers who are new on the Nigerian fashion scene. Our aim is to project our highly talented youth, and to motivate other gifted young people who dream of starting their own fashion label. 21-year-old Francisca Tolulope Da-Souza developed an interest in designing... Read More
by Sola Fasasi Ladybrille Magazine, enters 2011 with a powerful punch, with a new issue tagged the January ‘New Year, Powerful You’ Edition. The cover features Teresa Clarke and Obi Asika, two groundbreaking African CEOs. Teresa Clarke, the first black female Managing Director in the investment banking division at Goldman Sachs, left the firm to pursue... Read More
by Sola Fasasi Omawumi drops hot new single “If You Ask Me”! Omawumi spent a whole year working hard in the studio, refining her sound and re-loading for bigger impact after the success of the first album, Wonder Woman, and now the multi award winning Omawumi is on the road to her new album. Today she’s released... Read More
by Sayo Owolabi I was preparing to send my bit for this week to the editor when my co-presenter came into the office. He said a friend just informed him that former Super Eagles defender, Uche Okafor was found dead in his home in Dallas in the United States. He was apparently found hung in his room,... Read More
by Chi Ibe You know him as Mr Overdose! To start off the new year on a groovy note, Storm 360 artiste YQ recently released two new singles off his album ‘I am YQ’, Get it Started and Winney ft. DaGrin and Terry G. We’ll keep it short so you can listen, download and share... Read More
by Ore Fakorede Rap is more than just laying sandlot rhymes over a beat, but apparently, this is something that many Nigerian rap artistes have failed to realize. In the hurry to craft supposedly ‘tight’ punchlines, they often exhibit a suicidal disregard for depth and true meaning. The result of this mediocre wordplay is the... Read More
by Aziza Uko Yes I Am is Etcetera’s sophomore studio album. In this effort, Etcetera unites with one of Nigeria’s finest music producers and long-time collaborator Wole Oni. The album is recorded live in the studio with an A-list ensemble of musicians including legendary guitarist, Pa Oscar Illimbi. In a music clime dominated by digitally... Read More
by Ifreke Inyang Recently word has spread of a suspected bomb attack at Motorways, Lagos within the next six hours. An eyewitness claims that there is vehicular and human traffic in Alausa. He also claims that there is heavy police presence, and from all indications, the area has been cordoned off. The present bomb scare... Read More
by Sola Fasasi Once again, WOW Magazine brings the world to our feet with dazzling new songstress, Tiwa Savage on the cover of the latest issue. In a bodysuit with bejewelled off-the-shoulder sleeves and scarf draped around her, Miss Savage boldly shows off her curves – ‘she’s no Kelekele girl’, the cover declares. WOW magazine... Read More
by Uche Peter Umez ‘Men are all the same…’ I glance across at the woman who has just blurted out that statement. Her face is clenched like a fist; sharing her table is another woman, who is quite well blessed around the chest with a rotund bust. Only an empty table separates us. There are other... Read More
by Sola Fasasi Brookstone Consult presents the Leading Ladies Summit 2011. Themed “Dare to Dream”, The event is set to hold on Sunday 16th January, 2011 at The Knot Centre, Tobi Lawal Street, off Herbert Macaulay, Yaba. Lagos at 11am. The event aims to build capacity and to motivate women aged 16-35. “The core objective of the summit is to equip young... Read More
by Tolu Ogunlesi Raise a hand if you are a Nigerian below 30 – make that 35 – and have EVER taken a driving test. For many years now (have things really changed, as the FRSC would have us believe?) Nigerian drivers’ licenses have been available for purchase over-the-counter, like pain-killers: “Er, oga give me... Read More