From victims to activists: People around the world gather to mark Worlds AIDS Day (PHOTOS)

by Rachel Ogbu On December 1, people around the world gathered in groups to mark the annual World AIDS Day. The event is celebrated yearly to raise awareness about the ongoing HIV/AIDS virus and though many research and reports have indicated that a cure is underway, many continue to get infected and die daily. According... Read More

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December 2, 2013

Deadly Boko Haram attacks in Maiduguri prompt 24-hour curfew

by Oke Efagene The Borno government today imposed a 24-hour curfew on the Maiduguri metropolis after an attack on some parts of the capital by suspected members of the Boko Haram militant Islamic sect. Secretary to the State Government, Ahmed Jidda, made the announcement in a statement released in Maiduguri to journalists. According to the... Read More

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December 2, 2013

Meet the woman who hid her boyfriend’s N850,000 gold necklace in her private part (PICTURED)

by Oge Okonkwo 26-year-old Tessy Emorvon was said to have stripped in the presence of the Special Anti Robbery Squad (SARS) operatives and produced a necklace which she was said to have stolen. The necklace was reported missing by Tessy’s ‘boyfriend’ Cosmos and was said to be worth N850,000. Read the Sun reports below: She was re-arrested by... Read More

December 2, 2013

BREAKING: Several people killed as Boko Haram attacks Air Force Base in Maiduguri

by Oge Okonkwo The Composite Group Air force Base has been attacked by suspected Boko Haram terrorists, on Monday morning in Maiduguri, Borno state capital. The siege was said to have started at about 3am as sporadic gunshots and other Rocket Propelled Grenade Launchers fire were heard, with ensuing airstrikes in Maiduguri and Jere metropolis till... Read More

December 2, 2013

Star Power: Wizkid hangs out with Psquare’s Paul and Jude Okoye (LOOK)

by Tutu Akinlabi The Channel O Africa Music Video Awards held over the weekend in Soweto, South Africa and many Nigerian musicians were there to grace the occasion. Wizkid and Psquare were present at the event along with their brother and producer, Jude ‘Engees’ Okoye. Wizkid shared this photo of the three via Instagram. They... Read More

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December 2, 2013

“If I see Chris Okotie in Heaven, I’ll leave” – Top 10 reactions to Chris Okotie’s “Catholics are going to hell” sermon (TWEETS)

by ‘Jola Sotubo If I see Chris Okotie in Heaven, I will leave Heaven. Heaven is not for divorcees — C.H.I.D.D.Y (@Cyrilchiddy) December 2, 2013 I really want to know who Rev. Chris Okotie’s weed guy is. I mean that nigga gives him so next level shit. That man loves his good kush!... Read More

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December 2, 2013

Theatre review: ‘Eko the musical’ is an engaging mix of drama, dance and music

by Wilfred Okiche Eko the musical is a trifecta of dance, theatre and music put together by the Creative Nigeria Project as part of activities leading up to the grand full scale musical billed for March 2014. Sponsored mainly by First bank of Nigeria, the Eko music festival which held in November was an evening... Read More

December 2, 2013

Starboy vs O.B.O: Who rocked the look better, Wizkid or Davido? (PHOTOS)

by Tutu Akinlabi The Wizkid/Davido comparison has been going on for a long time. The stars are both young and talented so it is almost inevitable that they’ll be placed side by side now and again. Both singers donned similar attires recently and shared the photos via Instagram; while Wizkid paired a red t-shirt with... Read More

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December 2, 2013

Kaduna declares 3 female pilgrims missing in Israel

by Oke Efagene Kaduna State officials have reported three female pilgrims missing in Israel. The report was made to newsmen by the Director of Planning, Research and Statistics, Bulus Zakka, at the state’s Bureau for Christian Religious Affairs. He said that the three women may have “absconded”. Leadership reports: Zakkah said two of the pilgrims... Read More

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December 2, 2013

Gunmen kidnap 84-year-old ex-Biafran soldier and wife, demand N30 million ransom

by Oke Efagene An 84-year-old ex-Biafran soldier, Azum Asoya (rtd) was kidnapped with his wife, on Friday night by unknown gunmen in his hometown, Okpanam in Oshimili North, Delta State. It was reported that he was kidnapped while attending a burial ceremony at about 10.30 pm. A family member confirmed the abduction to newsmen. Vanguard... Read More

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December 2, 2013

Voting opens for the Y! ‘Most Influential People, Ideas & Movements’; #Y100 Gala to hold in 2014

by Akan Ido Y!/YNaija.com, the leading network of media brands for an evolving generation of Africans, has announced the inaugural edition of the Y!/YNaija.com Most Influential People, Ideas & Movements – the #Y100. “It was inevitable, Y! has spent the past three years driving and leading the conversation amongst young Africans on the things... Read More

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December 2, 2013

Terrible: Armed men attack MFM church in Enugu, burn altar

by ‘Jola Sotubo The Enugu branch of the Mountain of Fire and Miracles ministries (MFM) was attacked by unidentified gunmen during the weekend. Two security men on duty at the regional headquarters of the church were said to have barely escaped with their lives. The hoodlums reportedly asked the guards to turn off their phones... Read More

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December 2, 2013

PDP crisis: Pres. Jonathan holds closed-door meeting with Lamido, Aliyu

by ‘Jola Sotubo President Goodluck Jonathan yesterday met with Governor Babangida Aliyu of Niger and Sule Lamido of Jigawa. The two governors have been in-between ranks following their decision to remain in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) even after their fellow aggrieved governors defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The meeting was said to... Read More

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December 2, 2013

ASUU strike update: Don’t send your children to school, we won’t teach them – Lecturers warn parents

by ‘Jola Sotubo The battle between the Federal Government and the members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has attained a new intensity following a 7-day ultimatum issued by the Presidency. Some of the striking lecturers have remained adamant despite the obvious waning in the resolve of their members evidenced by the withdrawing... Read More

December 2, 2013

All Catholics worship Satan, they will go to HELL – Chris Okotie stuns congregation, opens up on TB Joshua

by ‘Jola Sotubo In a sermon which is said to have left members of his congregation stunned, Pastor Chris Okotie reportedly said yesterday that all Catholics will go to hell. The pastor of the Household of God Church in Ikeja, Lagos and two-time presidential candidate also added that adherents of the Catholic faith “worship Satan... Read More

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December 2, 2013

No kidding! Amazon will now use DRONES to deliver your packages (WATCH, READ)

by Chi Ibe So, earlier today, the chief executive officer of Amazon (and the Washington Post) announced that he had a big – major announcement on America’s influential show, 60 Minutes. The world waited, and now it’s here. And yes it’s quite big. Drone-big. Let’s let the geeks at the Verge break it down for... Read More

December 1, 2013

Goodness, gracious! This is what OAP, Toolz wants you to see (PHOTO)

by Oge Okonkwo Here’s what Toolz posted on her Instagram page. We are as short for words as OAP and media personality, Tolu ‘Toolz’ Oniru, who wants her Instagram followers to caption photos she took of a lady in Soweto, South Africa at the just-concluded ChannelO Music Awards. She captioned it: “I saw some things... Read More

December 1, 2013

“I lost my dad & MOM to HIV”: Afrobeat star, Seun Kuti opens up on #RubbinMinds

by Tutu Akinlabi Seun Kuti, son of late music maestro, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti was a guest on Y!TV’s Rubbin’ Minds today. The music star spoke about avoiding being put in his father’s shoes and he also shared his thoughts on the Nigerian political scene. He said there is no difference between the the APC and the... Read More

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December 1, 2013

SNAPSHOT: Nollywood actress, Chika Ike goes down and dirty selling ‘Abacha’ in the streets

by Oge Okonkwo Your guess is as good as ours, it’s Nollywood actress Chika Ike proving that she not just suited for the pretty girl role in movies. The actress posted this photo with the caption: “Chei….Man must survive….. Abeg buy your Abacha……#Filming#.” She looks almost unrecognizable with the wrapper tied on her waist and... Read More

December 1, 2013

“This wasn’t supposed to happen”: Fast & Furious star, Paul Walker’s final Facebook photos

by Tutu Akinlabi The death of “Fast & Furious” star, Paul Walker has continued to shock fans around the globe. The star died in a car crash when his friend, Roger Rodas, a former race car driver, lost control of the Porsche Carrera GT they were in. The picture above is said to be one... Read More

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December 1, 2013

Monster: This pastor was accused of sexually abusing his 7-year-old niece (PICTURED)

by Oge Okonkwo A 52-year-old West Virginia pastor, Gary Adkins has been accused of sexually abusing his 7-year-old niece. According to the West Virginia State police, Pastor Adkins is being charged with “two counts of third-degree sexual assault (felony), and one count of sexual abuse (misdemeanor) by a parent, guardian, custodian or person in a position... Read More

December 1, 2013

What Fast & Furious actor, Paul Walker wanted written on his tombstone (READ)

by Isi Esene Jesse Brisendine, a renowned personal trainer and motivational speaker has given a touching tribute to his long time friend and associate, Paul Walker who died in a car crash in Los Angeles, California. Brisendine who is saddened by friend’s death wrote on his Facebook wall revealing what the Fast & Furious actor... Read More

December 1, 2013

TRAGIC: Fast & Furious star, Paul Walker pictured moments before fatal crash + accident scene photos

by Akan Ido Less than an hour before Fast & Furious star, Paul Walker died with a friend in Los Angeles while attending a charity event, the actor was reportedly seen posing next to the red 2005 Porsche Carrera GT which he later died in. Walker was in Santa Clara, Los Angeles, California to attend... Read More

December 1, 2013

Oh no, we can’t look! Cossy Orjiakor mentored the Next Movie Star housemates in this outfit (PHOTOS)

by Oge Okonkwo Controversial actress, Cossy Orjiakor came to the Next Movie Star house with her twinies which have been responsible for making her famous as well as spark comments over the years. Orjiakor did not disappoint her fans as her outfit revealed an ‘eyeful’. Singers Tony Tetuila and LKT were also present at the... Read More

December 1, 2013

Toni Kan: 3 days in Abeokuta – My Ake Book Festival Diary

by Toni Kan The Arrival: I arrive Abeokuta on a clear Thursday Afternoon. I left Lagos in a bit of a funk. A friend and poet headed for Abeokuta had asked me to pick her up. Thinking that I was late I had asked my driver to race down to GRA Ikeja. Two minutes from... Read More

December 1, 2013

#TheYNaijaInterview: “There is no rift between Iyanya and I” – R&B singer, Praiz

by Wilfred Okiche R&B singer Praiz is one of the most gifted singers to ever enter for a reality tv singing competition. After losing out to pop sensation Iyanya at the Project Fame West Africa, he went on to become a successful superstar in his own right. Currently gearing up for the release of his... Read More

December 1, 2013

#AnambraElection: Pres. Jonathan congratulates Obiano over gov’norship victory

by Isi Esene President Goodluck Jonathan has congratulated Willie Obiano, APGA’s candidate at the just concluded governorship elections in Anambra urging him to “dedicate himself to building on the laudable achievements of his illustrious predecessor, Mr. Peter Obi.” In a statement made public by Reuben Abati, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public,... Read More

December 1, 2013

SNAPSHOT: The train that derailed this morning in New York

by Chi Ibe A commuter train has derailed in the Bronx, New York City this morning, killing 4 and wounding 63. This is one of the first images from the tragedy a few minutes ago. More detail in our earlier report HERE. Photo: H/T AP

December 1, 2013

Just in: Train derails in New York | 4 people dead, 63 injured

by Chi Ibe The governor of New York, Andrew Cuomo has just confirmed that four people are dead in the Bronx, New York today. The deaths occurred as a train derailed in the area. 63 people are also wounded. The Metro-North passenger went off the track in the Bronx borough. Of eight train cars, at... Read More

December 1, 2013

Deji of Akure, Oba Adebiyi Adesida is dead

by Isi Esene The Deji of Akure, paramount ruler of Akure kingdom is dead. Oba Adebiyi Adesida reportedly died in the early hours of Sunday after suffering health complications due to an unknown illness. The monarch was said to have died in his palace around 4am today after palace officials tried but failed to revive... Read More

From victims to activists: People around the world gather to mark Worlds AIDS Day (PHOTOS)

Deadly Boko Haram attacks in Maiduguri prompt 24-hour curfew

Meet the woman who hid her boyfriend’s N850,000 gold necklace in her private part (PICTURED)

BREAKING: Several people killed as Boko Haram attacks Air Force Base in Maiduguri

Star Power: Wizkid hangs out with Psquare’s Paul and Jude Okoye (LOOK)

“If I see Chris Okotie in Heaven, I’ll leave” – Top 10 reactions to Chris Okotie’s “Catholics are going to hell” sermon (TWEETS)

Theatre review: ‘Eko the musical’ is an engaging mix of drama, dance and music

Starboy vs O.B.O: Who rocked the look better, Wizkid or Davido? (PHOTOS)

Kaduna declares 3 female pilgrims missing in Israel

Gunmen kidnap 84-year-old ex-Biafran soldier and wife, demand N30 million ransom

Voting opens for the Y! ‘Most Influential People, Ideas & Movements’; #Y100 Gala to hold in 2014

Terrible: Armed men attack MFM church in Enugu, burn altar

PDP crisis: Pres. Jonathan holds closed-door meeting with Lamido, Aliyu

ASUU strike update: Don’t send your children to school, we won’t teach them – Lecturers warn parents

All Catholics worship Satan, they will go to HELL – Chris Okotie stuns congregation, opens up on TB Joshua

No kidding! Amazon will now use DRONES to deliver your packages (WATCH, READ)

Goodness, gracious! This is what OAP, Toolz wants you to see (PHOTO)

“I lost my dad & MOM to HIV”: Afrobeat star, Seun Kuti opens up on #RubbinMinds

SNAPSHOT: Nollywood actress, Chika Ike goes down and dirty selling ‘Abacha’ in the streets

“This wasn’t supposed to happen”: Fast & Furious star, Paul Walker’s final Facebook photos

Monster: This pastor was accused of sexually abusing his 7-year-old niece (PICTURED)

What Fast & Furious actor, Paul Walker wanted written on his tombstone (READ)

TRAGIC: Fast & Furious star, Paul Walker pictured moments before fatal crash + accident scene photos

Oh no, we can’t look! Cossy Orjiakor mentored the Next Movie Star housemates in this outfit (PHOTOS)

Toni Kan: 3 days in Abeokuta – My Ake Book Festival Diary

#TheYNaijaInterview: “There is no rift between Iyanya and I” – R&B singer, Praiz

#AnambraElection: Pres. Jonathan congratulates Obiano over gov’norship victory

SNAPSHOT: The train that derailed this morning in New York

Just in: Train derails in New York | 4 people dead, 63 injured

Deji of Akure, Oba Adebiyi Adesida is dead

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