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December 19, 2013

APC leaders visit Atiku in Abuja, to meet with OBJ next

by ‘Jola Sotubo Some stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) yesterday met with former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar with the purpose of strengthening their ranks. The APC has seen an increase in its numbers with many members of rival parties flocking into it. The meeting was held at the former vice president’s home in... Read More

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December 19, 2013

He’s going nowhere: Tukur will remain PDP Chairman – Jonathan insists

by ‘Jola Sotubo Following rumours and speculation on whether the National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Bamanga Tukur would be ‘sacrificed’ for peace to reign in the party, President Goodluck Jonathan is said to have stated that Alhaji Tukur will remain the party chairman. There have been calls for Tukur’s resignation after... Read More

December 19, 2013

‘You are bloody idiots…’ – Obasanjo replies Vanguard

by ‘Jola Sotubo Despite uproar, outrage and denials caused by an 11-page letter released by Vanguard and said to have been written to former President Olusegun Obasanjo by his daughter, Iyabo Obasanjo, the media house has stuck to its story. Vanguard has maintained its stance on the exclusivity and the authenticity of the letter by... Read More

December 19, 2013

2 priests escape death as Catholic church is set ablaze in Anambra (PICTURED)

by ‘Jola Sotubo 12 suspects have been arrested in Anambra on suspicion of arson after a fire at a catholic church almost claimed the lives of 2 resident priests. Rev. Fr. Martin Onukwuba and Rev. Fr. Ben Oguejieofor barely escaped with their lives yesterday after the church building and the priests’ residence of the Our... Read More

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December 18, 2013

Denrele Edun rocks late Goldie’s ”dress” in her remembrance for ChannelO Africa Music Video Award (LOOK)

by Chisom Ukaegbu Popular VJ, Denrele Edun revealed recently that the ”dress” he wore at the ChannelO Africa Music Video Awards which held two weeks ago was actually that of his late friend and singer, Goldie. He wore it in her memory as it was the very last dress she bought to wear for the... Read More

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December 18, 2013

Nigerian hunger striking asylum seeker finally deported from the UK (PICTURED)

by Oke Efagene The near-death Nigerian, Isa Muazu, whose deportation from the United Kingdom was deterred by the Nigerian government earlier this month, has been quietly deported to Nigeria yesterday. Muazu has been on hunger strike since September to protest the Home Office’s attempt to deport him. [READ: Isa Muazu, asylum-seeking Nigerian ‘returned to the UK’... Read More

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December 18, 2013

Protest in UNN over suspension of governing council chairman

by Oke Efagene Members of staff of the University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN), this morning staged the largest demonstration the institution has ever witnessed since its inception. Both the academic and non-academic staff of the university converged on the campus for a peaceful demonstration to demand the reinstatement of the Chairman of the Governing Council, Emeka... Read More

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December 18, 2013

iROKOtv becomes Africa’s most funded internet company with $8 million investment

by Oge Okonkwo iROKOtv, the Africa-based movie platform for Nigerian movies, known colloquially as ‘Nollywood’, today announces a funding round of $8million, led by existing investor Tiger Global, with further participation from Sweden-based Kinnevik and introducing new investor to this round, US-based Rise Capital. This brings the total raised to $21Mn, arguably making iROKOtv one... Read More

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December 18, 2013

‘I’m tired of spending money treating STDs’ – Wife wants 6-year marriage dissolved

by ‘Jola Sotubo A woman in Lagos has asked a court to end her marriage of 6 years due to infidelity on her husband’s part. Azeezat Ayinde, 32, told a customary court sitting in the Igando area of the state that her husband, Mohammed, had infected her with Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) severally. Mrs. Ayinde,... Read More

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December 18, 2013

Phew, that was close: Family escapes death as train crushes vehicle in Lagos (PHOTO)

by Adeola Balogun A man and his family narrowly escaped death yesterday as a train collided with and crushed their vehicle. Segun Oderinde, a pastor, was in the Toyota Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) with his wife, brother-in-law and child along the Agege-Abule Egba environs of the state when the accident occurred. Pastor Oderinde escaped... Read More

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December 18, 2013

Japheth Omojuwa: Personal reflections on 2013 and the challenges ahead (Y! FrontPage)

by Japheth Omojuwa Some friends say being open to help so many people I don’t know will always come to cost me – it has – but who would I be without the support of the many people out there who have never met me yet root for me? It is a give and take and... Read More

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December 18, 2013

I have cancer- Ex-BBA housemate, Karen Igho announced (TWEET)

by Oke Efagene Former Big Brother Africa (BBA) contestant, Karen Igho, has taken to Twitter to tell her fans that she has cancer. The Reality TV star’s tweet did not quite get as much sympathy as one would expect, as some Twitter users tweeted unkind remarks at her sad announcement. It is not yet verified... Read More

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December 18, 2013

10 things you should know from Iyabo Obasanjo’s letter to OBJ

by Oge Okonkwo Reports from Vanguard earlier today stated that Iyabo Obasanjo had written an 11-paged letter to her father and ex-president Olusegun Obasanjo. The letter exclusively obtained by the Vanguard, the former senator described her father, calling him a “liar, manipulator, hypocrite”. Read the 10 things we got from the letter below: 1. Iyabo... Read More

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December 18, 2013

Awesome news! YNaija is giving away fabulous gifts this Christmas season

by Oge Okonkwo In the spirit of Christmas, YNaija your favourite internet newspaper for young Nigerians is pleased to reward its valued readers for their dedication through out the year. As part of the celebration this festive season, YNaija is offering its dedicated readers a opportunity to win fabulous gifts for 8 days from December... Read More

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December 18, 2013

Why I featured Chimamanda Adichie on my album – Beyonce opens up (WATCH)

by Oke Efagene American hit maker and multiple award-winning singer, Beyonce, who released a surprise self-titled album last week, has put up a video describing her experience as an artiste and the challenges she had faced in her career from childhood till date. Queen Bey, as she’s fondly called by her fans, also talked about... Read More

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December 18, 2013

‘Iyabo Obasanjo trending for twerking on YouTube?’: Top 10 reactions to the purported letter to OBJ

by Oge Okonkwo It’s a season of open letters, an 18-page letter which was written by ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo to President Goodluck Jonathan accusing him of destroying the country went viral sparking mixed feelings on social media, especially Twitter. Now, Twitter is buzzing again with the news of an 11-page letter addressed to the ex-President... Read More

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December 18, 2013

How embarrassing: Guys, this is why you should NOT propose in public (WATCH)

by Tutu Akinlabi Every one loves a romantic proposal. Imagine saying “Yes” in a fancy restaurant with many eyes watching to celebrate with you. However, when a public proposal goes wrong, the ‘proposer’ instantly becomes a laughing stock. That was the case with the poor man in this video. Watch it below:

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December 18, 2013

Wow, this is HOT! Singer, Tiwa Savage lounges on a yacht in super-SEXY bikini (LOOK)

by Tutu Akinlabi Tiwa Savage is one sexy mama! And she’s obviously in love too! The singer’s husband, TeeBillz shared this photo showing them both getting their Beyonce and Jay-Z on as he holds a cigar on a yacht. He captioned the photo: “Drunk In Love (Remix) ft. Mrs Billz“ Awww, sweet sweet love.

December 18, 2013

What did you search for in 2013? Google highlights in a short film (WATCH)

by Chisom Ukaegbu World leader in search, Google.com for its Zeigeist 2013 compiled a short film highlighting news, moments, searches and stories that shocked and kept us spell-bound in the year 2013. From new beginnings like the birth of the royal baby (Prince William & Kate Middleton), breaking of new frontiers in Space Age advancement,... Read More

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December 18, 2013

Photo of the Day: This is why you should STOP eating Agege bread

by ‘Jola Sotubo It has been widely believed that some producers of Agege bread don’t use the most hygienic methods. This photo is all the evidence you need. The poor man was probably overworked and he decided to take a quick nap on the softest bed (read bread) possible – freshly baked loaves of bread. He... Read More

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December 18, 2013

On the march again: Atiku to meet Tinubu, Buhari today, may declare for the APC

by Isime Esene Following the defection of five governors from the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), former vice president, Atiku Abubakar may have joined the opposition party. It was gathered by LEADERSHIP that Alhaji Abubakar had been under pressure to dump the PDP since the five governors- Musa Rabiu Kwankwaso... Read More

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December 18, 2013

Terrible: This woman and her pastor lover ‘set husband ablaze’ in Edo (PICTURED)

by ‘Jola Sotubo A pastor and a married woman said to be his lover were paraded by the police in Edo over allegations of murder. Isonguyo Victor, a Deputy Manager at the Nigeria Petroleum Development (NPDC) Company, was said to have been killed, and his body burned, by his wife and her pastor lover. The... Read More

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December 18, 2013

Opinion: Oh Lord! Give us this day a good leader

by Bamidele Ademola-Olateju When President Yar’Adua got elected, he called himself the servant leader. The servant part was more of rhetoric than anything else. If he was selfless, he would have declined being put forward, knowing his health could not support the rigors of the position of president. I am at great pains to define... Read More

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December 18, 2013

Open letter: ‘Dear daddy, you are also a liar, manipulator and a hypocrite’ – Iyabo Obasanjo writes OBJ (READ)

by ‘Jola Sotubo Barely 3 weeks after sending a fiery letter of criticism to President Goodluck Jonathan, former President, Olusegun Obasanjo has himself come under verbal fire. Chief Obasanjo has received a letter of his own, and from none other than his daughter, Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello. In an 11 page letter exclusively obtained by Vanguard, the... Read More

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December 17, 2013

University student creates T Shirt that can resist any stain & is resistant to water (LOOK)

by Rachel Ogbu Forget Lekki’s colourful water that over time compulsory dyes your clothes a different colour. Forget clumsy moments and bad days when stains are unavoidable. Even if you are just plain too lazy to wash, a new invention is here to thee rescue. University student Patel from San Francisco has invented the Silic... Read More

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December 17, 2013

Teacher, 43 jailed for having sex with 16-year-old student in his car

43-year-old married Harri Williams has been jailed for 18 months over their secret love affair with his 16-year-old student which even involved him having sex in the car. Part of their taboo affair included trips to London Eye-style big wheel in Liverpool city centre, trips to ten pin bowling alleys, the cinema and for romantic ... Read More

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