“The article is from the enemy” – T.B Joshua takes it to SaharaReporters

by Akan Ido Prophet T.B. Joshua has responded to a controversial online article suggesting he was the mastermind behind the release of Major Al-Mustapha. Online Nigerian media house Sahara Reporters had released an article titled ‘Pastor T.B. Joshua Revealed As Man Behind Al-Mustapha’s Release’ which quoted an anonymous source identifying Joshua as the person who advised... Read More

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July 22, 2013

N2.3 billion worth of drugs recovered – NDLEA

by Rachel Ogbu 41 suspected drug traffickers in total have been arrested this year at Murtala Mohammad International Airport , Lagos, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has said in a statement. Spokesman for NDLEA, Mitchell Ofoyeju on Monday,said the agency added that it recovered drugs valued at N2.3 billion. “We have apprehended 41 suspected drug... Read More

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July 22, 2013

Jackie Uko: My heart is heavy (30 Days, 30 Voices)

by Jackie Uko I started appreciating life more. I started making the best use of time. I learnt to love and care more, and say the things that I need to say. I never pass off an opportunity to give a compliment or lend a helping hand. I relocated to Lagos sometime last year. I... Read More

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July 22, 2013

Wow! Singer, Mo’Chedda flaunts her trim figure in matching bikini (LOOK)

by Oge Okonkwo Singer, Mo Cheddah recently shared a photo of herself looking trim and uber-sexy wearing matching bikini on a couch apparently having so much fun. She’s looking so hot you’ll agree. See more photos below:

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July 22, 2013

#ChildNotBride: Actress, Stella Damasus is angry, lashes out at “randy and shameless” senators (WATCH)

by Chisom Ukaegbu Nollywood actress, Stella Damasus is angry, and this time it is not a scene of a movie or a TV soap opera. The screen diva lent her voice in a video to the growing outcry against child marriage. Damasus did not mince words in laying it on Nigerian senators who she referred to... Read More

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July 22, 2013

YNaija Ombudsman: Why we align ourselves with the #ChildNotBride campaign

by Editorial Board After the initial burst of emotions and passion following the Senate’s constitutional amendments last week, a counter-movement has emerged over the weekend – and, according to its drivers, the young people crying against the Senate’s action last week were misguided, ignorant and misinformed. This view has gained particular currency this morning, including... Read More

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July 22, 2013

Naomi Lucas: What’s all this noise about the girl child?

by Naomi Lucas Last week Nigeria’s Senate Constitution Review Committee proposed the deletion of Section 29, Subsection 4b of our Constitution. 79 out of 109 Senators voted in favour of the deletion. Senator Ahmed Yerima then proposed a re-vote citing some part of the Constitution as justification. David Mark, the Senate President agreed. 35 Senators... Read More

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July 22, 2013

Technical problems: Plane makes air return to Lagos 2 hours into flight

by Rachel Ogbu On Saturday night, a Lufthansa Airlines’ flight going to Frankfurt from the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos was forced to make an emergency air return after the plane developed technical problems midair, new reports say. According to reports, the plane was two hours into the journey when pilots detected the fault. Media Consultant,... Read More

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July 22, 2013

Stolen crude: Europe set to ban Nigerian oil, seeks certificate of origin before purchase

by Rachel Ogbu There are reports that the European Parliament is prepared to stop the purchase of stolen oil from Nigeria in Europe. According to reports, any crude oil meant to be sold in the European market is now to be accompanied with a certificate of origin. Acting Co- President African, Caribbean, Pacific Parliaments- European... Read More

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July 22, 2013

We want out! Displaced victims of Warri North crisis ask for Itsekiri state

by Rachel Ogbu There is a clamour for a new state by displaced Itsekiri natives after recent attacks by the Egbema Radical Group, ERG, an Ijaw militia, razed more than six Itsekiri communities in Warri North Local Government Area, Delta State. The Olara-Aja (community head), Jakpa Community, Pa Higson Oporokun, who spoke on behalf of the... Read More

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July 22, 2013

#BBATheChase Week 7: Ruby, Diamond and Emerald houses unite as The Chase ends for Pokello & Bassey

by Wilfred Okiche Last night on Big Brother Africa, the chase came to a halt for Bassey and Pokello two of the most popular contestants this season. The eviction live show began with a hard working performance by Botswana’s A.T.I. We were brought up to speed on last week’s evictees Natasha and Selly who proved... Read More

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July 22, 2013

Confessions of a Nigerian atheist: So I went to church yesterday…

by Ishola Alolanle Fatai I used to get angry at them, and then I became overwhelmed with pity for their crippling foolishness. Actually, I didn’t, but I might as well have, (no) thanks to the church on my street. Well, if “church” is even the right term for the circus I believe it to be.... Read More

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July 22, 2013

Opinion: Child marriage debate and the ignorance of emergency activists

by Adeola Adelabu All the energy and airtime we spend criticizing President Jonathan can address legal and political impediments to social justice and good governance. I am a Nigerian. Our movie industry (Nollywood) is rated as the 2nd or 3rd biggest in the world. I personally think we deserve a better rating, considering the amount... Read More

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July 22, 2013

Les Leba: Sanusi’s tall story on high interest rates

by Les Leba The stupendous profits posted by Nigerian banks at a time of contracting industrial activities and the current high unemployment rate is ample testimony of who are the actual beneficiaries of CBN’s curious strategy for maintaining economic and price stability. Nigeria’s hope of early economic rejuvenation and growth may have been sadly foreclosed... Read More

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July 22, 2013

Cheta Nwanze: I am sick and tired of ignorant people with BlackBerrys (Y! FrontPage)

by Cheta Nwanze Changing that discussion requires actually going to the National Assembly and putting the issue on the table. Until we are actually ready to do that, please get the hell off of my timeline. Saturday morning, I went to The Palms Shopping Mall in Lekki to join in signing the petition regarding the hashtag #ChildNotBride.... Read More

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July 22, 2013

Yes, he’s safe and sound: Police confirm rescue of kidnapped Briton in Lagos

by Rachel Ogbu A proud Lagos State Police unit has announced its success on rescuing a Briton, Lee Dixon, who was kidnapped in Mafoluku area of the state last Thursday. On Sunday July 21, the Deputy Police Public Relations Officer for the command, Damasus Ozoani, confirmed Dixon’s rescue to Punch News on the telephone. “Details... Read More

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July 22, 2013

Customs arrest 4 suspects for smuggling N100 million worth of turkey

by Rachel Ogbu The Ogun State Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has put the Duty Paid Value of 15,000 cartons of frozen turkey being smuggled along the Idiroko border, Ipokia Local Government Area at N100m. One of the vehicles, a Dangote Cement truck was marked Jigawa KZR 130 XA, while the other vehicles involved in... Read More

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July 22, 2013

Man, 27, arraigned in Lagos for attempting to kill his father

by Rachel Ogbu A court has heard how a man escaped death in Lagos after he shot his son in self defence. The 27-year-old man, Oyeniyi Anthony, allegedly attempting to kill his father, Anthony Oyeniji, with a kitchen knife. An Ebute-Meta Magistrate’s Court listened to police report which stated that the accused broke into the room... Read More

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July 22, 2013

Terrible: How pregnant woman killed her husband in Kwara (PICTURED)

by Rachel Ogbu A 30-year-old pregnant woman has been arrested by the Kwara State Police Command for allegedly killing her first husband, Issa Yunusa, 48. Fatimoh Issa was said to have confessed to having committed the crime. The Kwara State Police Public Relation Officer who is also a deputy superintendent of police, Olufemi Fabode, on... Read More

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July 22, 2013

“I’ll die for Yvonne Nelson, dine with Genevieve Nnaji & dust off Tonto Dikeh” – Iyanya opens up on Rubbin’ Minds

by Isi Esene After Iyanya’s interview on the Sunday hit show, Rubbin’ Minds we’ve been able to establish who the Kukere-master will die for, dine with and dust off. His answer to this poser is simple: He’ll “die for Yvonne Nelson, Dine with Genevieve Nnaji and Dust off Tonto Dikeh.” The hunk of a guy, Iyanya... Read More

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July 22, 2013

Disrespect for the Oba: Edo chiefs call for removal of the Archbishop of Benin

by Rachel Ogbu Edo chiefs of Bini extraction, led by Iyase (Prime Minister) of Benin, Chief Sam Igbe have called for the immediate removal of the Archbishop of Benin Catholic Diocese, Augustine Akubeze. This is because the Archbishop has allegedly refused to conduct mass in the local dialect and his disrespect for the Benin monarch. In a statement... Read More

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July 21, 2013

3 Boko Haram suspects killed by angry mob in failed mosque attack

by Oge Okonkwo Three suspected Boko Haram members were reportedly lynched by a mob in an alleged failed attempt to kill an Islamic preacher, Modu Mustapha, during the Tafsir (Ramadan Preaching) at the El- Amin Daggash Mosque in Government Reserved Area, GRA, in Maiduguri, Borno state. The suspects who came all the way from Bama council area in a Golf Saloon... Read More

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July 21, 2013

Just In: Police rescue kidnapped Briton in Lagos

by Akan Ido A Briton who was abducted by unknown gunmen on July 16, a few minutes after arriving in Nigeria has been rescued by policemen attached to the Lagos State Police Command. The victim was kidnapped a few kilometers from the Murtala Mohammed Airport and taken to an unknown destination. Reports say a combined team... Read More

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July 21, 2013

Tragic: London passenger slumps and dies at Lagos Airport

by Akan Ido A middle-aged passenger who just returned from the United Kingdom aboard Arik Air earlier today slumped and died at the domestic terminal one of the Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos. Reports say the yet to be identified victim was immediately rushed to the Aviation Clinic, where he was confirmed dead. The passenger’s wife and... Read More

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July 21, 2013

“It will destroy our girls”: Abike Dabiri-Erewa opposes bill encouraging child brides

by Oge Okonkwo Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa fondly has expressed her opposition to any law that would end up jeopardising the health of young girls forced to marry at a young age. The former broadcaster and is presently a member of the Federal House of Reps representing Ikorodu Constituency in Lagos State said having “covered first hand... Read More

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July 21, 2013

Update: NEMA confirms 3 dead in Lagos building collapse (WATCH)

by Oge Okonkwo A two story building under construction located at the Ishaga area of Surulere, Lagos, collapsed earlier today with three people confirmed dead. Among the dead is a 13-year-old girl. Three people were rescued alive by officials of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and were quickly rushed to the hospital for proper medical... Read More

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July 21, 2013

Aww, cute couple: Cool FM OAP, Dotun and D’banj’s sister set wedding dates (PHOTOS)

by Akan Ido Cool FM On-Air-Personality, Dotun and Taiwo Oyebanjo have announced their wedding dates with the wedding set to be on August 3, 2013. The cute couple will have their traditional wedding on July 27 and sources say plans are being put in place to make it a memorable wedding ceremony. Oyebanjo, the bride-to-be,... Read More

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July 21, 2013

Gov. Akpabio rewards electrician for recovering his stolen dollars (Report)

by Akan Ido Money valued at over $250,000 which reportedly got missing in June from Governor Godswill Akpabio’s bedroom at the Akwa Ibom state governor’s lodge in Abuja has been recovered. Reports say the money was found by an electrician called in to undertake repairs on a faulty air-conditioner at the lodge. The money was... Read More

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July 21, 2013

Just In: Building collapses in Lagos killing 2 people

by Akan Ido There are reports that a building has collapsed at 29, Ishaga Road in Surulere area of Lagos. Sources say the building collapse which occurred earlier today had several people trapped under the rubble with two victims confirmed dead. Three others have been rescued according to National Emergency Management Agency officials and they have... Read More

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July 21, 2013

Swinging both ways? Israeli supermodel, Bar Refaeli spotted kissing her girlfriend straight on the lips (LOOK)

by Oge Okonkwo Israeli supermodel, Bar Refaeli shared a photo of herself having a tongue-twisting moment with her girlfriend, Orna Elovitch. The sexy bombshell looking gorgeous in a bikini released the photo with a caption: “B & O standing on the grass and k.i.s.s.i.n.g.” The other time at the GoDaddy Super Bowl commercial she made out... Read More

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“The article is from the enemy” – T.B Joshua takes it to SaharaReporters

N2.3 billion worth of drugs recovered – NDLEA

Jackie Uko: My heart is heavy (30 Days, 30 Voices)

Wow! Singer, Mo’Chedda flaunts her trim figure in matching bikini (LOOK)

#ChildNotBride: Actress, Stella Damasus is angry, lashes out at “randy and shameless” senators (WATCH)

YNaija Ombudsman: Why we align ourselves with the #ChildNotBride campaign

Naomi Lucas: What’s all this noise about the girl child?

Technical problems: Plane makes air return to Lagos 2 hours into flight

Stolen crude: Europe set to ban Nigerian oil, seeks certificate of origin before purchase

We want out! Displaced victims of Warri North crisis ask for Itsekiri state

#BBATheChase Week 7: Ruby, Diamond and Emerald houses unite as The Chase ends for Pokello & Bassey

Confessions of a Nigerian atheist: So I went to church yesterday…

Opinion: Child marriage debate and the ignorance of emergency activists

Les Leba: Sanusi’s tall story on high interest rates

Cheta Nwanze: I am sick and tired of ignorant people with BlackBerrys (Y! FrontPage)

Yes, he’s safe and sound: Police confirm rescue of kidnapped Briton in Lagos

Customs arrest 4 suspects for smuggling N100 million worth of turkey

Man, 27, arraigned in Lagos for attempting to kill his father

Terrible: How pregnant woman killed her husband in Kwara (PICTURED)

“I’ll die for Yvonne Nelson, dine with Genevieve Nnaji & dust off Tonto Dikeh” – Iyanya opens up on Rubbin’ Minds

Disrespect for the Oba: Edo chiefs call for removal of the Archbishop of Benin

3 Boko Haram suspects killed by angry mob in failed mosque attack

Just In: Police rescue kidnapped Briton in Lagos

Tragic: London passenger slumps and dies at Lagos Airport

“It will destroy our girls”: Abike Dabiri-Erewa opposes bill encouraging child brides

Update: NEMA confirms 3 dead in Lagos building collapse (WATCH)

Aww, cute couple: Cool FM OAP, Dotun and D’banj’s sister set wedding dates (PHOTOS)

Gov. Akpabio rewards electrician for recovering his stolen dollars (Report)

Just In: Building collapses in Lagos killing 2 people

Swinging both ways? Israeli supermodel, Bar Refaeli spotted kissing her girlfriend straight on the lips (LOOK)

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