Sad news: Human rights lawyer, Bamidele Aturu dies at 49

by Akan Ido Human rights lawyer, Bamidele Aturu died on Wednesday evening after a brief illness. Reports say Aturu, 49, slumped earlier today and later died while receiving treatment in an undisclosed medical facility. His death was confirmed by Debo Adeniran, his colleague and chairman of the Coalition Against Corrupt Leaders (CACOL). We shall bring... Read More

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July 9, 2014

BUSTED: Fake youth ‘corper’ jailed 6-years for impersonation

by Kolapo Olapoju An Akure magistrate court has sentenced a phony youth corps member, Mrs. Rabiu Umar, to six years imprisonment on a two count charge of impersonation and attempted fraud. The prosecutor, Inspector Jimoh Ibrahim, told the judge, Magistrate M.O. Adewumi that Umar was arrested by security operatives at NYSC Secretariat, Igbatoro Road, Akure,... Read More

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July 9, 2014

Sad news: Kebbi Dep. Governor’s son dies in auto-crash

by Kolapo Olapoju Ibrahim Aliyu, the Deputy Governor of Kebbi State has lost his son, Muazu Ibrahim Aliyu, in an auto accident which occurred on Tuesday, July 8 along Birnin Kebbi-Jega road. The deceased, who was a 100 level Political Science undergraduate at Federal University, Birnin Kebbi died alongside his friend, Mubarak Bagudo, an undergraduate... Read More

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July 9, 2014

Vector, Moet Abebe, Mai Atafo & Zubair Abubakar mentor Dowen College students at the Teen Y! Celebrity Career School Tour (PHOTOS)

by Akintomiwa Agbaje Teen Y! Celebrity Career School Tour stormed Dowen Collge Lagos today and it was one huge event. The idea of the career tour was brought to life in a bid to inspire and motivate teenagers and secondary school students. The aim of this is to help the students dream big and... Read More

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July 9, 2014

Caught in the act: Man arrested with 1.3kg of cocaine at Lagos airport (PICTURED)

by Kolapo Olapoju Nriagwu Augustine Ifeanyi, a 34-year-old drug suspect was arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), yesterday, July 7, 2014 with 1.370 kilogrammes of cocaine at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. Mr. Nriagwu, who was arrested while attempting to board a Turkish airline flight at the departure hall... Read More

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July 9, 2014

#DumbDumber: Man arrested after taking selfies with iPhone he stole (PICTURED)

by Kolapo Olapoju Only a pretty dumb thief would steal an iPhone and take series of selfies knowing fully well that it would automatically appear on the owner’s iCloud, except maybe he’s never used an iphone or he’s simply the dumbest man alive. A clueless New Jersey man stole the cell phone of an Hoboken... Read More

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July 9, 2014

Aww, she’s SO cute: Chelsea Clinton shows off her growing baby bump (LOOK)

by Kolapo Olapoju We love to see our favorite celebrities show off their baby bumps and Chelsea Clinton duly follows suit. A very-heavy Chelsea Clinton was photographed walking the street of New York as she headed to breakfast in a white button-up shirt and black pants yesterday, July 8. This is going to be the... Read More

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July 9, 2014

No bra, no problem: Actress, Jennifer Lawrence goes BRALESS in daring white dress (LOOK)

by Kolapo Olapoju Hollywood actress, Jennifer Lawrence showed major side boob and we have no problem with it at all. The Hunger Games actress was pictured at the Christian Dior show during the Paris Fashion Week on July 7 wearing a two-tone white dress that revealed her bare back and something more noteworthy – the... Read More

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July 9, 2014

Chibok hunters rescue 32 Boko Haram abductees (Report)

by Kolapo Olapoju According to The CableNG Newspaper, 30 out of the over 200 Chibok school girls kidnapped from the community by Boko Haram in April and an additional two young victims have been reportedly rescued by some local hunters. The hunters were said to have stormed the sect’s hideout and successfully rescued 30 of... Read More

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July 9, 2014

Chimee Adioha: Martina’s mutiny (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Chimee Adioha ”Martina was too guilty to be with Junior; she had left Junior with me and ran to a man who was not her husband.” Martina returned on a Sunday evening when the rains had stopped and there was a rainbow in the sky. I watched Martina play with little Junior in... Read More

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July 9, 2014

CLICK: Rexona deodorant officially launches in Nigeria (PHOTOS)

by Akintomiwa Agbaje Unilever Nigeria officially launched Rexona, the number one Deodorant brand into the Nigerian market last weekend with a grand launch event at the Eko Hotel & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, following its sponsorship of the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. The event which was tagged ‘Do More Naija’ had Bovi... Read More

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July 9, 2014

Legalize it! New York passes law allowing medical marijuana

by Kolapo Olapoju The Big Apple has legalized the use of marijuana, well, somehow it seems. According to reports, New York Governor, Andrew Cuomo has signed a law which legalizes the use of medical marijuana in the state. Inspite of the passing into law, the state’s program is reportedly one of the nation’s most... Read More

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July 9, 2014

He’s HOT! Ladies, Iyanya wants you to see this (sexy) bedroom photo

by S’ola Filani Iyanya has gotten his female fans drooling over the photo he recently shared on his Instagram page. The ‘Kukere’ singer who is currently touring the US, shared the sexy photo from his bed in Dallas, Texas and we think it’s too hot to handle. Ladies, what do you think, is he cool... Read More

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July 9, 2014

CLICK: It’s time to power your chat with Mxit… now in Nigeria

by Akintomiwa Agbaje Download Mxit, get connected, and share the things that matter most to you with millions of people in Nigeria and around the world. Mxit is a free proudly African mobile social network providing users with unrivalled access to free chat zones and rooms, games and amazing content apps. From sports and... Read More

July 9, 2014

Demola Rewaju: Dear sister, if it keeps you single, then it isn’t working (Y! Superblogger)

by Demola Rewaju Ladies, there is such a thing as setting one’s standard too high and it applies with the man you want to marry. The problem with being well-known is that it confers on you a feeling that your life is constantly being watched by others and all that you do will be subjected... Read More

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July 9, 2014

How UNILAG student was shot by unknown gunmen

by S’ola Filani A final year student of Philosophy in the University of Lagos student was reportedly shot in the head on Monday by unidentified gunmen at the King Jaja Hall area of the university. The student simply identified as Sapara was, however, lucky enough to survive the attack after the bullet missed its target.... Read More

July 9, 2014

#InCaseYouMissedIt: Kefee’s family announces burial arrangement

by S’ola Filani The burial arrangement for late gospel singer, Irikefe Obareki Don-Momoh (aka Kefee) has been announced by the Kefee Memorial Committee (a coalition of Kefee’s family and friends in the Gospel Music & Entertainment Industry) on behalf of her family. Kefee will be laid to rest at her hometown, Okpara Inland in Delta State on... Read More

July 9, 2014

Joseph Yobo & family enjoy a well-deserved vacation in the US (See Photos)

by S’ola Filani It’s vacation time. After being separated during the World Cup, footballer Joseph Yobo reunited with his family for a swell time in Florida, US. They are presently on a vacation to Disney Land, Orlando. See more photos below:

July 8, 2014

Kano sues Finance Minister, PPPRA over fund deductions

by Akan Ido The Minister of Finance, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala and two others have been sued by the Kano State Government for allegedly refusing to provide information on deductions from its allocations and those of its local governments. Also listed in the case brought before the Federal High Court, Abuja, are the finance ministry and the... Read More

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July 8, 2014

Tragic news: Pregnant woman, 5 others die in Oyo auto crash

by S’ola Filani A pregnant woman and six other passengers were crushed to death in a multi-car crash on Monday. The fatal accident occurred at Agbala Junction area of Ibadan in Egbeda Local Government area of Oyo State. Three vehicles were said to be involved in the accident that occurred some minutes past 7am.... Read More

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July 8, 2014

Mum from hell: Mother pushes 7-month-old baby out of moving train, abandons her (See Photos)

by S’ola Filani New York City Police are in a manhunt for a woman who was seen abandoning a baby girl on a subway platform. A witness told the police she saw a woman, described as between 20 and 30 years old, push a stroller from a subway car onto the platform when the doors... Read More

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July 8, 2014

Shayna Smith: Conquering laziness, your biggest enemy (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Shayna Smith ”For your laziness to go away you will need to replace it with a solid plan as to what you will do with the time and energy gained by the departure of your laziness” “Wouldn’t it be awesome if I could banish laziness from my life? Imagine what I could achieve if... Read More

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July 8, 2014

The Future Africa Awards and Summit hosts its past judges to an evening of fine wine and jazz (PHOTOS)

by Akintomiwa Agbaje The Future Africa Awards and Summit officially presented the members of the Advisory Council – Nigeria and honoured them for their unwavering support through the years at the Wheatbaker Hotel on Monday, July 7, 2014. The event which was an evening of Jazz, fine wine, presentations and good company had... Read More

July 8, 2014

Deji Asiru-Balogun: How to spot separation anxiety in dogs (Y! Superblogger)

by Deji Asiru-Balogun It is important to realize that dogs with separation anxiety are not doing these things to get even with the owner for leaving, out of boredom, or due to lack of obedience training. These dogs are not being destructive out of “spite” or “anger.” They are truly distressed when left behind. Dogs... Read More

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July 8, 2014

Tragic: Bank manager commits suicide in Ogun (PICTURED)

by S’ola Filani The branch manager of a commercial bank, Habeeb Olatunde, who was reportedly declared missing on June 18, 2014 was found dead in an uncompleted building at Arepo, near Ibafo, at about 3pm on Saturday. The Ogun state Police Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, disclosed this on Monday in a statement, saying police... Read More

July 8, 2014

Like a rockstar! Wizkid to celebrate 24th birthday on private yacht in Miami

by S’ola Filani Wizkid has announced plans for his upcoming 24th birthday. The music star is set to host a birthday gig on a private yacht in Miami. Although, he will be turning 24 on July 16, he says the gig will hold on July 27, a day after his Live Nation concert in New... Read More

July 8, 2014

This is not good: Boko Haram ‘recaptures 45 escaped women’ in Borno

by S’ola Filani Forty five of the sixty three women and children who reportedly escaped from Boko Haram on Saturday, July 5, have been re-abducted by the sect men. Vanguard reports that a member of the Chibok Vigilante Group, Abbas Gaya in a telephone interview confirmed the recapturing of the women who fled the Boko... Read More

July 8, 2014

Aww, how romantic: This was how YNaija columnist, Japheth Omojuwa proposed to his girlfriend (LOOK)

by S’ola Filani Sorry Ladies, Japheth Omojuwa is off the market! The YNaija.com FrontPage columnist known for his firm stand on socio-political issues is officially no longer up for grabs after romantically proposing to his girlfriend yesterday. Omojuwa went on his knees and proposed to the pretty lady during a private dinner with close friends.... Read More

Sad news: Human rights lawyer, Bamidele Aturu dies at 49

BUSTED: Fake youth ‘corper’ jailed 6-years for impersonation

Sad news: Kebbi Dep. Governor’s son dies in auto-crash

Vector, Moet Abebe, Mai Atafo & Zubair Abubakar mentor Dowen College students at the Teen Y! Celebrity Career School Tour (PHOTOS)

Caught in the act: Man arrested with 1.3kg of cocaine at Lagos airport (PICTURED)

#DumbDumber: Man arrested after taking selfies with iPhone he stole (PICTURED)

Aww, she’s SO cute: Chelsea Clinton shows off her growing baby bump (LOOK)

No bra, no problem: Actress, Jennifer Lawrence goes BRALESS in daring white dress (LOOK)

Chibok hunters rescue 32 Boko Haram abductees (Report)

Ehiz of MTV Base speaks at Bridge House College for the Teen Y! Celebrity Career School Tour (PHOTOS)

Chimee Adioha: Martina’s mutiny (30 Days, 30 Voices)

Bunmi Olaniyan: Rhetorics of change and iPad activists (Y! FrontPage)

CLICK: Rexona deodorant officially launches in Nigeria (PHOTOS)

Legalize it! New York passes law allowing medical marijuana

He’s HOT! Ladies, Iyanya wants you to see this (sexy) bedroom photo

CLICK: It’s time to power your chat with Mxit… now in Nigeria

Demola Rewaju: Dear sister, if it keeps you single, then it isn’t working (Y! Superblogger)

How UNILAG student was shot by unknown gunmen

#InCaseYouMissedIt: Kefee’s family announces burial arrangement

Joseph Yobo & family enjoy a well-deserved vacation in the US (See Photos)

Kano sues Finance Minister, PPPRA over fund deductions

Tragic news: Pregnant woman, 5 others die in Oyo auto crash

Mum from hell: Mother pushes 7-month-old baby out of moving train, abandons her (See Photos)

Shayna Smith: Conquering laziness, your biggest enemy (30 Days, 30 Voices)

The Future Africa Awards and Summit hosts its past judges to an evening of fine wine and jazz (PHOTOS)

Deji Asiru-Balogun: How to spot separation anxiety in dogs (Y! Superblogger)

Tragic: Bank manager commits suicide in Ogun (PICTURED)

Like a rockstar! Wizkid to celebrate 24th birthday on private yacht in Miami

This is not good: Boko Haram ‘recaptures 45 escaped women’ in Borno

Aww, how romantic: This was how YNaija columnist, Japheth Omojuwa proposed to his girlfriend (LOOK)

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