ASUU strike update: FG extends deadline for resumption to Monday

by ‘Jola Sotubo The controversial deadline for resumption given to the striking university lecturers by the Federal Government has been extended. According to reports, the FG moved the deadline forward from December 4 to December 9. The ultimatum was revised by government in order to enable the lecturers pay final respects to former president of... Read More

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December 4, 2013

PDP crisis: Pres. Jonathan finally agrees to let Tukur go

by ‘Jola Sotubo The major cause of agitation between the main body of the Peoples Democratic party (PDP) and the now defunct Abubakar Baraje-led faction of the group has finally been resolved. According to reports, President Goodluck Jonathan has finally decided to let go of the National Chairman of the PDP, Alhaji Bamanga Tukur. This... Read More

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December 4, 2013

Jealous rage: Woman paraded by police for cutting off husband’s head with an axe

by Adeola Balogun A woman in Edo has been arrested by police after it was alleged that she took the life of her husband. Zenab Agbontine is in the custody of the state police command following reports that she severed her husband’s head with an axe. Mrs. Agbontine is said to have perpetrated the act... Read More

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December 4, 2013

Dad from hell: Man arrested for impregnating his daughter in Edo, forced her to abort twice

by Adeola Balogun Operatives of the police command in Edo have apprehended a man on suspicion of incest. Augustine Obodeke is said to have had sexual intercourse with his daughter and gotten her pregnant twice. Mr. Obodeke also reportedly forced his daughter to have abortions twice to conceal the illicit act. The Nation reports: Obodeke... Read More

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December 3, 2013

ASUU strike update: FG reveals it has now paid N200 billion for striking Union

by Rachel Ogbu Senior Special Assistant to the President on Public Affairs, Doyin Okupe has confirmed that the N200 billion demanded by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has been paid. The money was paid into an account with the CBN and is meant for renewal of infrastructure facilities in public universities in the country,... Read More

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December 3, 2013

ASUU strike update: Lectures begin at AAUA as students return to school

by Akintomiwa Agbaje Lectures at the Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State were said to have begun yesterday however reports held that a good number of the student population had not yet resumed for the new academic semester. READ: Things fall apart: AAUA dumps ASUU strike, orders students to resume on Monday Prof. Femi Mimiko, the Vice-Chancellor... Read More

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December 3, 2013

Police find Lagos politician murdered in his office

by Oge Okonkwo A middle aged man identified simply as Adegboyega has mysteriously died in his office in Lagos. The deceased who was popularly known as JP, was a member of the All Progressives Congress and an estate agent by profession. According to reports, Adegboyega was found dead in his office at Odoguwa street, Bariga, four... Read More

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December 3, 2013

MAVIN arrival: DPrince wants you to see his brand new Mercedes Benz (PHOTOS)

by Muyiwa Daropale Mavin artiste, D Prince is sure living the good life. The star posted pictures of his newly acquired Mercedes Benz on Instagram with the caption #Luvin It’ and #Thank you Lord for your endless blessings Congrats to him. More photos below:

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December 3, 2013

Chris Okotie responds to criticisms over ‘Catholics will go to hell’ sermon

by Tutu Akinlabi The spiritual leader of Household of God church, Chris Okotie, has responded to criticisms that followed his statement on Catholic faithfuls. Reverend Okotie is reported to have said that all Catholics will go to hell and that the pope is a friend of Satan. The controversial cleric responded via Twitter. Tweet below:... Read More

December 3, 2013

“My love for him can never die:” Stella Damasus pays tribute to late husband Jaiye Aboderin 9 years on…

by Rachel Ogbu Actress Stella Damasus recently went on Twitter to express her inner feelings and opened up about losing her first husband, Jaiye Aboderin who slumped and died while playing basketball with friends on December 3, 2004 at 33. Stella who grieved for quite a long time before finally marrying Emeka Nzeribe has... Read More

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December 3, 2013

#ASUU update: UNIJOS mgt, ASUU set for showdown

by Akintomiwa Agbaje The ASUU chapter of the University of Jos (UNIJOS) has said it will not succumb to threat and intimidation despite the fact that authorities of the university have directed all academic staff of the university to commence work with immediate effect. The Tribune reports: The authorities of the university, in a circular signed by... Read More

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December 3, 2013

MEOW: Tiger Woods’ girlfriend Lindsey shows off her FIT body in new photoshoot (PHOTOS)

by Rachel Ogbu Since she and Tiger Woods made their relationship open earlier this year, the press has not taken their eyes off Linsey Vonn. The 29-year-old star skier and Olympic champion has had to deal with major sport related injuries this year as well as facing some amount of criticisms for taking Woods in... Read More

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December 3, 2013

#ASUU update: UNILAG lecture rooms remain shut

by Akintomiwa Agbaje Despite the expiration of the 7-day ultimatum issued to some members of the ASUU branch of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), the institution’s lecture rooms remained shut on Monday. Last week, a faction of the union, were given a one-week ultimatum to resume work on Monday, December 2. Michael Ogbeide, one of... Read More

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December 3, 2013

Woman arrested in Lagos for burning her daughter with HOT iron (GRAPHIC IMAGE)

by ‘Jola Sotubo A woman in Lagos has been apprehended by police after it was alleged that she assaulted her daughter and caused her serious injury. The woman, identified as Mrs. Maxwell, was arrested after reports that she burnt her daughter, Blessing, with a hot iron. Mrs Maxwell is said to have injured her child... Read More

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December 3, 2013

ASUU strike: 4 out of 600 UNIABUJA lecturers resume work, 1 sign resumption register

by Akintomiwa Agbaje Only four lecturers of the 600 academic workers reported for duty at the University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) yesterday, inspite of the Federal Government’s threat to university lecturers. Reports reveal that the lecturers complied with the UNIABUJA branch of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) decision not to resume work. Spectacularly, only one lecturer... Read More

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December 3, 2013

BUSTED: One-eyed suspect arrested in Lagos for rape and armed robbery

by Muyiwa Daropale The Lagos State Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) has arrested a one-eyed armed robber simply known as Ayinde. The man who has been on the Police ‘Wanted List’ for about three years was said to be a member of a notorious gang that has repeatedly attacked residents of Yaba, Oyingbo and Ebute-Meta areas of Lagos... Read More

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December 3, 2013

“Marry another wife for me or pay me N300,000” – blind man tells wife in divorce court

by Oke Efagene A 56-year old blind man, Shaibu Ibrahim, on Monday, asked a grade 1 court in Aso Pada, Nasarawa State to order his 38-year old wife, Lami, to pay him N300,000 compensation before granting her a divorce. [READ:#StoriesWeHear: Blind man drags Blind Peoples’ Association chairman to court for enticing his wife ] Ibrahim... Read More

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December 3, 2013

Jason Njoku: No, iROKING is not dead

by Jason Njoku Nope. Not even close to it. There has been a chorus of all types of strange sayings recently about the imminent demise of iROKING platform and aggregation business. But then for the first time in over a year I actually looked at the revenue numbers. Although there are a number of issues... Read More

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December 3, 2013

Ayokunle Odekunle: ASUU, stop disgracing yourselves and get back to work

by Ayokunle Odekunle The idle hand is the devil’s workshop. I can authoritatively tell you that Esu (devil) has engaged the students sufficiently. While many of the male students have ventured into crime, some now ‘set-p’ incessantly on twitter (Dont ask me what setting p means). Last week Friday after downing two bottles of that... Read More

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December 3, 2013

ASUU strike update: FUTO, ESUT, UniJos resume academic activities

by ‘Jola Sotubo The crumbling resolve within the ranks of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has been evidenced by the resumption of academic activities in three more schools in the country. Seven academic institutions had previously withdrawn from the strike with the reported ultimatum from the Federal Government leading to the resumption of... Read More

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December 3, 2013

Sad: Domestic worker commits suicide in Abuja over missing money

by ‘Jola Sotubo A domestic worker in Abuja is said to have taken her own life after a disagreement with her employer. Chika Ukoha, 17, committed suicide in the Kubwa area of the Federal Capital Territory after being scolded by her boss over some missing money. The teenage girl is said to have given up... Read More

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December 2, 2013

In your face: Jason Njoku appoints himself CEO of iROKING

by Chi Ibe After Michael Ugwu, erstwhile chief executive of digital music company, iROKING left in a cloud of controversy; the online chatter was firm on the future of the company – it was going down. Well, apparently not if founder of the company as well as iROKOtv Jason Njoku has anything to do with... Read More

December 2, 2013

Home Breakers! Actress Uche Iwuji slams rumours about failed marriage and nude photos

by Rachel Ogbu Actress Uche Iwuji has responded to reports that claim she’s split with her husband, Juwon Lawal after one year of marriage. In a series of Tweets today, the pretty actress sounded of about rumours surrounding her relationship with the oil and gas entrepreneur. Home breakers! — Uche iwuji (@oochey26) December 2, 2013... Read More

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December 2, 2013

Mina Ogbanga: The challenges of youth unemployment (Y! FrontPage)

by Mina Ogbanga We need to revisit active engagement of our very active 75 percent youth work force, and not pursue their presence only when they need political whistle blowers Happy Thanksgiving Holiday to every reader…in many ways,we need to set aside days,hours,weeks or months or simply make it a daily routine to thank God for his... Read More

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December 2, 2013

‘May your #GoAndDie accuser meet you at the point of your need’: Top 10 reactions to Oshiomhole’s largesse to Edo widow

by Oge Okonkwo A smile has been put on the face of Joy Ifijeh , the widow who the ‘go and die’ comment was made to by the Governor of Edo state, Adams Oshiomole. Ifijeh received N2 million and automatic employment from Oshiomole today and trust Nigerians to react to the news and make it... Read More

December 2, 2013

Chris Okotie’s ‘all Catholics will go to HELL’ statement + 6 more controversies you should know

by Tutu Akinlabi Musician-turned-pastor, Chris Okotie is in the news again. The head preacher at the Household of God Church in Lagos is reported to have told his congregation that “all Catholics will go to hell.” [READ: All Catholics worship Satan, they will go to HELL – Chris Okotie stuns congregation, opens up on TB... Read More

December 2, 2013

We “shall never be cowed:” ASUU President vows to continue strike

by Muyiwa Daropale The president of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Nasir Fagge has insisted that the strike will continue until all it’s demands are met by the Federal Government. He said this at a press briefing in Abuja this morning. Daily Trust reports: ASUU president Nasir Fagge said the union “shall never be cowed.”... Read More

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ASUU strike update: FG extends deadline for resumption to Monday

PDP crisis: Pres. Jonathan finally agrees to let Tukur go

Jealous rage: Woman paraded by police for cutting off husband’s head with an axe

Dad from hell: Man arrested for impregnating his daughter in Edo, forced her to abort twice

ASUU strike update: FG reveals it has now paid N200 billion for striking Union

ASUU strike update: Lectures begin at AAUA as students return to school

Police find Lagos politician murdered in his office

MAVIN arrival: DPrince wants you to see his brand new Mercedes Benz (PHOTOS)

Chris Okotie responds to criticisms over ‘Catholics will go to hell’ sermon

“My love for him can never die:” Stella Damasus pays tribute to late husband Jaiye Aboderin 9 years on…

Nigerian activists plan ‘heroic march’ to honour former ASUU president Festus Iyayi

“I will resign as adviser if Jonathan refuses to run for re-election” – Gulak

#ASUU update: UNIJOS mgt, ASUU set for showdown

MEOW: Tiger Woods’ girlfriend Lindsey shows off her FIT body in new photoshoot (PHOTOS)

N1.5bn Imo State contract scam: EFCC clears impeached deputy governor, traces fraud to Dubai and Lebanon

#ASUU update: UNILAG lecture rooms remain shut

Woman arrested in Lagos for burning her daughter with HOT iron (GRAPHIC IMAGE)

ASUU strike: 4 out of 600 UNIABUJA lecturers resume work, 1 sign resumption register

BUSTED: One-eyed suspect arrested in Lagos for rape and armed robbery

“Marry another wife for me or pay me N300,000” – blind man tells wife in divorce court

Jason Njoku: No, iROKING is not dead

Ayokunle Odekunle: ASUU, stop disgracing yourselves and get back to work

ASUU strike update: FUTO, ESUT, UniJos resume academic activities

Sad: Domestic worker commits suicide in Abuja over missing money

In your face: Jason Njoku appoints himself CEO of iROKING

Home Breakers! Actress Uche Iwuji slams rumours about failed marriage and nude photos

Mina Ogbanga: The challenges of youth unemployment (Y! FrontPage)

‘May your #GoAndDie accuser meet you at the point of your need’: Top 10 reactions to Oshiomhole’s largesse to Edo widow

Chris Okotie’s ‘all Catholics will go to HELL’ statement + 6 more controversies you should know

We “shall never be cowed:” ASUU President vows to continue strike

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