#BBATheChase Nigerian finalists, Beverly & Melvin get hero’s welcome in Lagos (PHOTOS)

by ‘Jola Sotubo After 91 days away from home, BBA “The Chase” stars Melvin Oduah and Beverly Osu are back! The duo arrived Lagos yesterday evening to pomp and fanfare. They were treated to a warm welcome by fans who received them at the Murtala Muhammed Airport, Ikeja, Lagos. They were accompanied by former TV... Read More

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August 28, 2013

Japheth Omojuwa: Nollywood and brand Nigeria – When is the evolution going to happen? (Y! FrontPage)

by Japheth Omojuwa I am of the belief – like many other Nigerians and foreigners I have spoken to – that Nollywood can do more in shaping the perception of Nigeria abroad than any other Nigerian export. The Nigerian movie industry – Nollywood as it is fancifully called – is one of the realities of... Read More

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August 28, 2013

Wickedness: NSCDC officials in Jigawa rescue baby abandoned in a cemetery

by ‘Jola Sotubo A newborn baby girl who was abandoned in a graveyard in Jigawa State, has been rescued by men of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps. The baby, suspected to have been dumped in the cemetery by her mother, was rescued yesterday. According to reports, the NSCDC Commandant in the state, Muhammad... Read More

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August 28, 2013

“It is anti-God and dehumanizing”: Okorocha, Catholic doctors at war over abortion law

by Oge Okonkwo The Catholic Medical Practitioners Association are angry with the governor of Imo state, Rochas Okorocha, over the passage of the abortion bill into law, a law which permits women to undergo an abortion of their own free will. The bill is sponsored by the majority leader and member representing Ahiazu Mbaise state constituency, Adekunle... Read More

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August 28, 2013

Health workers suspend strike after crucial meeting

by Oge Okonkwo The ongoing health workers strike which began on August 19, has been suspended by the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) after an agreement was reached between the unions, Federal Ministry of Labour and Productivity, Federal Ministry of Health and the Head of Service. This announcement was made by the Minister of Labour and... Read More

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August 28, 2013

CLICK: ‘Lux Gold Search’ promo in motion as first millionaire emerges

by Isi Esene The first one million naira winner in the on-going Lux consumer promotion emerges as the search for gold enters its second month. Mrs Adebiyi Oluwatobi’s joy knows no bound as she emerged the first winner of one million naira in the ongoing Lux’s promotion. ‘I can’t believe am a millionaire! Though I... Read More

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August 28, 2013

On rampage: Cultists attack 7 churches, shoot worshippers, set priests’ residence ablaze in Anambra

by ‘Jola Sotubo The Oba-Ofemmili community in Awka-North Local Government Area of Anambra State was thrown into pandemonium yesterday when suspected cultists went on a church-destroying rampage. The assailants attacked Christians in their worship places and were brandishing guns and machetes with which they shot and inflicted injuries on their victims. According to reports, the... Read More

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August 28, 2013

Sad news: Female youth ‘corper’ dies of pneumonia in Zamfara

by ‘Jola Sotubo A female member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has lost her life while serving the nation in Zamfara state. Bibiana Zira, 29, died after contracting pneumonia. She had been admitted in hospital for two weeks all to no avail. The incident was confirmed by the State NYSC Coordinator, Ruth Bakka.... Read More

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August 28, 2013

Jason Njoku writes: iROKO is dead. Long live iROKOtv

by Jason Njoku The most obvious and globally acceptable way of monetizing premium content on ANY platform is via subscriptions. Asking viewers to pay a small amount for access to content they value and love sounds easy. I write about Spark on my blog so much one would forget I actually spend <5% of my... Read More

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August 28, 2013

She’s cool like that: Celebrity stylist, Toyin Lawani flaunts her bikini body in transparent outfit (LOOK)

by Akan Ido Celebrity stylist, Toyin Lawani recently flaunted her bikini body wearing a transparent multi-coloured outfit fitted with a hood. [READ: Mr & Mrs Swag: Celebrity stylist, Toyin Lawani, 31, gets engaged to her 21-year-old boyfriend (PHOTOS)] Lawani who is heavily pregnant is engaged to a 21-year-old man who she appears to be having... Read More

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August 28, 2013

Opinion: Who is afraid of Dr. Ezekwesili?

by Bayo Oluwasanmi We should salute Dr. Ezekwesili for having the courage and determination and look power in the eye and ask why and how. People power! It is the most underutilized weapon in the arsenal of oppressed Nigerians. People power – ask the Egyptians and they would tell you how potent and pungent is... Read More

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August 28, 2013

Lagos terminates Lekki-Epe Expressway concession agreement

by Isi Esene The Lagos State Government yesterday announced the termination of its concession agreement with the Lekki Concesssion Company (LCC) over the management of the Lekki-Epe Expressway. This announcement is following the House of Assembly’s approval of a supplementary budget of N7.5 billion for the acquisition of the existing concession right of the expressway. In... Read More

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August 28, 2013

Panic as President Jonathan invites ministers, queries NPC chairman, Odimegwu

by Akan Ido There was an uneasy calm among ministers as President Goodluck Jonathan sent an invitation to some of their colleagues for consultation. Reports say the ministers, who were not in the FCT, Abuja, were recalled for consultations with the president on Monday. There has been fear among ministers since the president wielded the... Read More

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August 28, 2013

The queen of Nollywood: Omotola Jalade Ekeinde on the cover of UK magazine, Stella (LOOK)

by Oge Okonkwo Nollywood’s sweetheart Omotola Jalade Ekeinde is on the cover of Stella magazine, UK where she was tagged the queen of Nollywood. The magazine issue comes out bianually and focuses more on women’s personality rather than glamour. We say kudos to Omotola.

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