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June 20, 2019

Meet Mele Kolo Kyari, NNPC’s new boss appointed alongside 7 new C.O.O.s

President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed Mele Kolo Kyari as the new Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), replacing Dr. Maikanti Baru who was appointed in July 2016. Kyari, a geologist, who would be coming into office as the 19th Group Managing Director of the National Oil Company was until his new appointment,... Read More
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June 20, 2019

The YNaija Cover – the 20th of June

Follow the links to read our latest stories: The Big 5: Immunity prevented us from probing Ganduje – Rimingado; Police arrest three suspects over abduction of former minister’s son | Other top stories The Late 5: FG debunks Ebola rumour in Nigeria; Buhari orders security agencies to end Taraba violence | Other stories   Meet... Read More
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June 20, 2019

The Big 5: Immunity prevented us from probing Ganduje – Rimingado; Police arrest three suspects over abduction of former minister’s son | Other top stories

Here are the stories that you should be monitoring today: Police arrest three suspects over abduction of former minister’s son The Nigerian police on Wednesday said three suspects have been arrested as part of investigations into the abduction of a son of the former health minister, Isaac Adewole. Dayo Adewole was on Tuesday kidnapped by... Read More
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June 19, 2019

The Late 5: FG debunks Ebola rumour in Nigeria; Buhari orders security agencies to end Taraba violence | Other stories

Here are the stories that drove conversation today: Disregard rumour of new Ebola case in Nigeria – FG The Federal Government has called on Nigerians to disregard rumour of a positive case of Ebola Virus Disease in the country, saying that effort had been heightened at the various ports of entry into the country to... Read More
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June 19, 2019

Just In: Femi Otedola finally exits Forte Oil to chair new company

Chairman of Forte Oil Plc., Femi Otedola has announced his exit from the petroleum marketing company to narrow his focus and interest on a power generation business, following the sale of  the entirety of his 75 per cent direct and indirect shareholdings in the company and the group’s diversification from marketing and upstream sector to power... Read More
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June 19, 2019

Esther Adekeye: How to grow your personal brand in 8 steps

Personal Branding as a Key to Growth in the MediaScape What do Tiwa Savage, Genevieve, D’banj, Davido, Toke Makinwa, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu all have in common?  Besides their multi-million- naira worth of Social Media followers, and numerous endorsement deals? You guessed right, none of them need an introduction. They have mastered the art of Personal branding,... Read More
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June 19, 2019

The Lagos state government wants the trial of these rapists to continue despite the appeal of withdrawal from the victim

In an interesting development, the Lagos state government has just revealed that trial of Don-Chima George and Olusegun Rasaq will continue despite the appeal for a case withdrawal by the victim they raped. George and Rasaq were accused of rape by a 24-year-old woman in February this year, whose drink was spiked in a nightclub... Read More
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June 19, 2019

Mo Abudu has been announced as Chair of the 47th International Emmy Awards Gala

We reported back in February that EbonyLife TV founder and CEO Mo Abudu had been given a gold membership directors’ card by the International Academy of Television, Arts & Sciences, the platform responsible for staging the renowned Emmy Awards. Abudu announced in December last year that she was a now a member of a select... Read More
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June 19, 2019

WAMCO MD, Staff serve free Peak Milk breakfasts to masses

Ben Langat, Managing Director, FrieslandCampina WAMCO, management and staff volunteers of the giant dairy company recently took to the streets to serve nourishing Peak Milk breakfast to Nigerian masses amid fun and music as part of the June 2019 World Milk Day celebration.  Leading the Peak healthy dairy breakfast campaign, Langat, and his top team... Read More
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June 19, 2019

Accelerate TV addresses gender stereotypes with new series ‘Brotherhood: The Ring of Fire’

Accelerate TV is set to premiere another thrilling show titled, ‘Brotherhood: The Ring of Fire’, with a scheduled global live showcase in partnership with international media giant, YouTube, today. Produced and directed by renowned filmmaker, Kemi Adetiba, the show connects inspiring guests across different industries and lifestyles on a relaxing platform, with the intent to... Read More
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June 19, 2019

The YNaija Cover – the 19th of June

Follow the links to read our latest stories:   The Big 5: I said I’d review and NOT clear Apapa gridlock in 60 days; Presidency insists Buhari won 2019 polls, faults NDI, IRI reports | Other top stories The Late 5: No gorilla in Kano zoo – Ganduje; Lawan appoints Chief of Staff, media aide... Read More
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June 19, 2019

The Big 5: I said I’d review and NOT clear Apapa gridlock in 60 days; Presidency insists Buhari won 2019 polls, faults NDI, IRI reports | Other top stories

Here are the stories that you should be monitoring today: Presidency insists Buhari won 2019 polls, faults NDI, IRI reports THE Presidency yesterday insisted that President Muhammadu Buhari won the February 23, 2019 presidential elections with a clear margin. Senior Special Assistant to the President on media and Publicity, Mallam Garba Shehu in a statement... Read More
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June 18, 2019

YouTube week kicks off in Lagos as local creators are presented with Gold and Silver Play Buttons

YouTube Nigeria kicked off a whole week of activities, content premieres, and fan meet and greets in Lagos yesterday with the award of a number of Gold and Silver Play Buttons to local YouTube Creators. Gold Play Buttons are awarded to channels which have reached the one million subscriber mark, and Silver to those which... Read More
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Reuben Abati
June 18, 2019

Reuben Abati: INEC and Nigeria’s many political parties

Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) as part of its review of the 2019 General elections in the country is reportedly working on a proposal for the alteration of the 1999 Constitution as amended to enable it reduce the number of political parties in the country. A total of 91 political parties participated in the... Read More
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June 18, 2019

The Late 5: No gorilla in Kano zoo – Ganduje; Lawan appoints Chief of Staff, media aide | Other stories

Here are the stories that drove conversation today: No gorilla in Kano zoo – Ganduje Kano governor, Abdullahi Ganduje, has rejected claims that a Gorilla swallowed N6.8million in a Kano zoo. He said the zoo in question had no gorilla. Lawan appoints Chief of Staff, media aide Senate President, Ahmed Lawan, has appointed a Chief... Read More
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June 18, 2019

And the Winners are…Here are your best dressed at the star studded Bling Lagosians Premiere

The grand premier of the highly anticipated movie “The Bling Lagosians” was held Sunday, 16th of June 2019 at the Film House Cinema, Lekki, Lagos. The red carpet had stars glammed up to the nines, with a variety of looks; as anticipated, the premiere was littered with show stoppers. Talk about making an entrance, this... Read More
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June 18, 2019

Here’s why we think Genevieve Nnaji might be working on a new movie

Genevieve Nnaji’s directorial debut Lionheart was a huge inflection point in her career, having its premiere at the 2018 Toronto Film Festival and with Netflix nabbing the rights for world wide distribution. Lionheart was a loving, warm, love letter to Southeast Nigeria with beautiful performances from Pete Edochie, Onyeka Onwenu, and Nkem Owoh. Since then,... Read More
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June 18, 2019

Buhari wants Abuja National Stadium named after Abiola and we are worried

“As we all know, correcting injustice is a pre-requisite for peace and unity. As part of the process of healing and reconciliation, I approved the recognition of June 12 as Democracy Day and invested the late Chief M.K.O. Abiola and Babagana Kingibe with National Honours, as I did with the late Chief Gani Fawehinmi. The... Read More
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June 18, 2019

The YNaija Cover – the 18th of June

Follow the links to read our latest stories: ”Beasts of No Nation”s Abraham Attoh will star in Nigerian immigrant drama ”Tazmanian Devil” The Big 5: France snatch victory against Super Falcons to reach last 16; INEC must produce server used for 2019 polls – Peter Obi | Other top stories   The Late 5: Suicide... Read More
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June 18, 2019

”Beasts of No Nation”s Abraham Attoh will star in Nigerian immigrant drama ”Tazmanian Devil”

Eighteen-year-old Ghanaian actor and newcomer Abraham Attah made a big impression when he starred alongside Idris Elba in Netflix’s Beasts of No Nation, scoring an Independent Spirit Award for his role. It was a moving performance from the young actor, even though the movie was entirely snubbed by the Oscars in 2016. Since then, Attah... Read More
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June 18, 2019

The Big 5: France snatch victory against Super Falcons to reach last 16; INEC must produce server used for 2019 polls – Peter Obi | Other top stories

Here are the stories that you should be monitoring today: France snatch victory against the Super Falcons to reach last 16 The French women team have emerged as the second team to qualify for the Round of 16 of the ongoing FIFA Women’s World Cup with the maximum nine points from the group phase. The... Read More
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June 17, 2019

The Late 5: Suicide bombers kill 30, injure 42, others in Borno; Court rejects EFCC’s documents against Babachir Lawal | Other stories

Here are the stories that drove conversation today: Suicide bombers kill 30, injure 42, others in Borno The Borno State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) on Monday said 30 persons lost their lives while 42 others were injured when three suicide bombers detonated Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in Mandarari community of Konduga Local government area of... Read More
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June 17, 2019

Omawumi hosts industry heavyweights as she launches her new LP, ‘In Her Feelings’

Multi-talented singer and songwriter, Omawumi held an exclusive listening party for her new LP, ‘In Her Feelings’ at The View Rooftop, Lekki, Lagos on Saturday, 15 June 2019, as celebrities, fans, and influencers present had the opportunity to listen and enjoy her new songs. The 7-track LP which is Omawumi’s fourth body of work, features... Read More
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June 17, 2019

Zenith Bank Chairman expresses optimism for more investments in the Nigerian economy

The Founder/Chairman of Zenith Bank, Mr. Jim Ovia has expressed optimism for more investments in the Nigerian economy. This is coming few days ahead of the second-quarter earnings season with investors keen on expected future earnings as a guide to positioning for investments in the Nigerian market. According to him, Nigeria is almost a virgin... Read More
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June 17, 2019

Bolanle Austen Peters, Alex Ekubo, Adebayo Oke Lawal, Latasha Nwugbe and more attend Sip Shop and Paint

Ahead of the grand premiere of The Bling Lagosians Movie; Bolanle Austen Peters alongside Florence H hosted guests to a Sip Shop and Dance event. The movie  had earlier been applauded by media at a private screening, where the characters were pegged for multiple awards ahead of release.  The sip, shop and dance event was... Read More
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