4 networking mistakes you probably don’t know you’re making

from Forbes Nothing can set a person off more than an aspiring professional who takes no interest in anything beside her own ambitions. Whether you’re looking for a job or not, you’ve probably been encouraged to “network, network, network!” more times than you can count. Are all those conferences and events you’re attending leading to new connections... Read More

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May 1, 2013

Ewww! 35-year-old Ghanaian urinates before magistrate in Lagos over N550,000 theft charge

by Isi Esene Mohammed Daniel, 35, a Ghanaian who was accused of conspiracy and stealing could not control his bladder in court as he spilled its contents right before the judge on Monday. Daniel whose residence address is unknown, was charged with theft of motorcycle spare parts. The accused promptly pleaded guilty to the charges... Read More

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May 1, 2013

Multi-wedding saga: “If I hadn’t left Lillian I would have committed suicide” – Actor, Solomon Akiyesi won’t stop talking

by Isi Esene He has been called many unprintable names after the saga involving him and his estranged wife, Lilian, but Nollywood actor, Solomon Akiyesi has decided to clear the air on allegations against him. For those not familiar with the story, Akiyesi’s wedding to his mistress, Uloma at the Overcomers World Outreach church, Aguda, Surulere... Read More

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April 30, 2013

Boys sell for N450,000, girls for N400,000: Advocates call for tougher laws to stop the baby trade

by Rachel Ogbu A 2011 UNESCO report puts human trafficking as the third most common crime in Nigeria after financial fraud and drug trafficking. At least 10 children are illegally sold every day across the country with traffickers getting away with the crime most of the time, a UN report says. Recently the Nigeria Security... Read More

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April 30, 2013

“I just want to tell our stories, good or bad” – Ishaya Bako, director of ‘Fuelling Poverty’ on ‘Conversations with Mercy Abang’

The conversations series with Abang Mercy brings to you Ishaya Bako, a young Nigerian film maker and global shaper whose documentary “fueling poverty” went viral weeks ago after a federal government ban; Ishaya bares his mind on the monumental fraud carried out by the Federal government of Nigeria in the fuel subsidy regime and he is... Read More

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April 30, 2013

Our boat is gone, gone, gone: The Afikuyomi white elephant at Marina has now disappeared

by Isi Esene The Sunborn Yacht Hotel proudly christened the ‘first African luxury hotel on water’ has somehow disappeared from the Lagos Marina where it has moored on the water for over four years. The N4.5bn luxury yacht with 102 elegantly furnished suites has continued to attract criticism over its ownership leading to its abandonment on... Read More

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April 30, 2013

Opinion: Boko Haram Republic – The alternative to failed amnesty

by Obinna Akukwe President Jonathan and his strategy team should look into carving territories out of these states to form a Boko Haram Republic provided that the inhabitants of the ceded territories show by reason of referendum that they prefer citizenship of a Boko Haram or Islamic Republic. Recently the Boko Haram Group of terrorists... Read More

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April 30, 2013

ACN brands grounding Governor’s Amaechi private aircraft as “witch-hunt”

by Rachel Ogbu Action Congress of Nigeria has weighed in on the grounding of the Rivers State Government’s private aircraft by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority describing it as “a glaring case of political witch-hunt”. On Monday, the ACN National Publicity Secretary, Lai Mohammed released a statement on behalf of the party which said the... Read More

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April 30, 2013

Family to auction off Goldie Harvey’s belongings in Lagos tomorrow

by Isi Esene The family of late artiste, Goldie Harvey have announced that her belongings will be auctioned out tomorrow, Wednesday at her residence located at 30B, Ologunkutere Street, Parkview Estate, Ikoyi, Lagos on May 1, 2013. According to the family spokesman, Deji Adetayo, Goldie, who died in February after returning from a trip to the... Read More

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April 30, 2013

Pastor arraigned in court for raping 10 year old girl during children’s fellowship in Jos

by Rachel Ogbu A pastor in Jos was charged on Monday for raping a 10-year-old girl. Baba-Yemisi Seyi, 44, appeared before Mustapha Hassan in an Upper Area Court in Jos on a one-count charge of raping the girl, a neighbour who had gone to his room at Mugambus Street, Gwandang in Bukuru for a children... Read More

child molestation, Child Rights Act, pastor, rape

April 30, 2013

Idiare Atimomo: Apple’s next growth curve may be in Africa

by Idiare Atimomo Apple Co. has identified opportunities for investment growth in China and is acting on this, but I remain puzzled as to why… a similar focus on the African market is not forthcoming. The business news circuit has been buzzing with Apple Co’s very unique position: decent revenue growth in the last 2... Read More

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April 30, 2013

Oh, so cute: 2face Idibia’s son, Zion turns 5 (PHOTOS)

by Hauwa Gambo Aw, we love us some 2face – and any number of w0men appear ready to wait 13 years for his oh-so-cute son Zion to get legal. For now though, we’ll wish him a happy 5th birthday, and our best regards to his mum, Sumbo Ajaba.

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April 30, 2013

Damilola Alawode: Having neck, back and joints pain at work? Start these exercises now (Y! Superblogger)

Take short breaks from work and walk around the office. One of my mentors, Ann Gates, loves to use the term ‘Exercuses’. Exercuses is not a real term but it simply means excuses for not exercising. These excuses are numerous, and a common one is; I am too busy with work to have the time... Read More

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April 30, 2013

Ready for bed: Nollywood’s Rukky Sanda takes a pose in her night gown (LOOK)

by Chi Ibe So this is what actress, Rukky Sanda looks like in bed? Cute! Sanda was photographed on set of her new movie titled, Gold Digging. The movie also features Yvonne Nelson, Denrele Edun and I.K Ogbonna. [Photos: H/T LIB]

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April 30, 2013

Battle ready: “We are in a trying moment” – Jonathan commissions 7 helicopters, 500 patrol vans & more

by Isi Esene President Goodluck Jonathan yesterday in Abuja commissioned seven helicopters, 500 patrol vans, and armoured personnel vehicles signifying his government’s redoubled efforts at combating crime in the country. The commissioning which took place at the grand parade of the Police week saw the president condoling with the families of terror attack victims assuring them that... Read More

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April 30, 2013

Lagos completes N29 billion Lekki-Ikoyi suspension bridge (PHOTO)

by Isi Esene The Admiralty-Alexander (Lekki-Ikoyi) suspension link bridge has been completed at a cost of N29bn. The bridge which will soon be commissioned by the state governor, Babatunde Fashola is said to be one of its kind in Sub-Saharan Africa. Reports say the bridge will be tolled to recoup the investments undertaken by the government to... Read More

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April 30, 2013

Jilted gay lover stabs Lagos banker to death

by Rachel Ogbu A banker was murdered in his home at Akoka, Bariga Local Council Development Area of Lagos State after his gay lover felt jilted when he decided to marry a woman, reports claim. The Lagos State Police Command have started investigation into the murder of Adindu Ohamara, who was stabbed repeatedly to death by someone... Read More

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April 30, 2013

Woman takes out boyfriend’s teeth with slap in Lagos

by Rachel Ogbu In a domestic violence case brought before a Lagos court, a man has turned out to be the victim after his partner confessed to have taken out his teeth with a slap. Abiodun Olajide, 30, also pleaded guilty to inflicting wounds on Augustine Olukukoyi during a fight at their home in Somolu,... Read More

Domestic violence, violence against men

April 30, 2013

“D’banj and Davido and artistes like them are all Fuji singers” – Adewale Ayuba

by Chi Ibe King of fuji music, Adewale Ayuba has described artistes like D’banj and Davido as fuji artistes too and not hip hop., He spoke with entertainment magazine;, Global Excellence, the saying: ‘If you are conversant with the happenstances in Nigerian entertainment industry, you will find out that all my brothers that claim they... Read More

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April 30, 2013

“She called them LOUSY IGBO B__CHES”: Comedian AY defends Nollywood actress Chioma Chukwuka

Editor’s Note: Following a story in Vanguard about a verbal disagreement between its reporter, Yemisi Suleiman and actress Chioma Chukwuka-Apotha after the Africa Movie Academy Awards on 20 April, the event’s host and comedian AY wrote the below piece to the paper – and we present it un-edited. by AY Recalling what happened between Chioma... Read More

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April 30, 2013

Cyber-cafe arrest: Enugu student takes EFCC to court for “character assassination”

by NAN A university student, Mr Ifeanyi Okoye, on Monday dragged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to a Federal High Court in Enugu for alleged character assassination. Okoye, of Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), filed the suit alleging character assassination and a breach of his fundamental human rights. The counsel... Read More

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April 30, 2013

Opinion: UTME – Nigerian children need access to post-secondary education

by Adedamola Adejobi It is evident going by the number of people that will be unable to get admission into tertiary institution that we need more tertiary institutions to give more access to Nigerian students. This year on the 27th of April, 2013, over 1.8million students sat for Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) conducted by... Read More

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April 29, 2013

SEE Stephanie Okereke, Uti, Tonye Cole, Darey, others as Martell launches its prestige range in Lagos (PHOTOS)

What: French Cognac House, Martell, launches its prestige range in Lagos. Where: Walter Carrington Crescent, V.I, Lagos. When: April 26, 2013. Photos by Hycinth Iyereosa

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April 29, 2013

New Video: Nneka’s launches music video for hit single ‘Restless’ on BET’s 106 & Park (WATCH)

by Rachel Ogbu Award-winning singer-songwriter, Nneka has released a new video for her single “Restless” which is from her third album “Soul Is Heavy”. Called “One of the best soul singers on the planet” by The Sunday Times, Nneka’s new video for “Restless” was shot on location in Los Angeles and the video was directed... Read More

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April 29, 2013

Just In: 5 expatriates abducted by pirates in Bayelsa

by Isi Esene A German flag vessel has been attacked by pirates at 10 Nautical Miles, Middleton Rivers, close to Sangana, Brass LGA of Bayelsa state. The armed pirates numbering about fourteen were said to have abducted five expatriates taking them to an unknown location. The vessel named MV City of Xiamen was reported to... Read More

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April 29, 2013

‘His most sexy goal’: Cristiano Ronaldo’s girlfriend, Irina Shayk dazzles in skimpy bikinis (LOOK)

by Isi Esene Real Madrid’s Cristiano Ronaldo scores beautiful goals on the field but his stunning model girlfriend, Irina Shayk, will remain his most sexy goal till date. Ronaldo was recently accused of having a secret rendezvous with Brazilian model, Andressa Urach, an allegation he has since denied. See the goddess-like Shayk looking radiant in... Read More

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April 29, 2013

T.B Joshua ‘delivers’ Nollywood actress Camilla Mberekpe from ‘demons’ – See Photos

Nollywood actress, Camilla Mberekpe was at the Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN) to attend a deliverance service. The actress was reported to have been tormented by a demon which has promised to torment and destroy her. As the face of the light-skinned actress was beamed on television screens in Prophet T.B. Joshua’s church, many... Read More

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April 29, 2013

The many faces of supermodel, Oluchi Orlandi as she clocks 31 (LOOK)

by Isi Esene Supermodel, Oluchi Onweagba Orlandi is 31 today, and we bring you the many faces of the beautiful lady with a smile that seems to last forever. We say happy birthday to her!

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April 29, 2013

“It was all an act”- Jim Iyke’s ex-fiancée says she was acting a script on his ‘Unscripted’ reality show

by Chi Ibe Jim Iyke‘s fiancée Keturah Hamilton has released a statement following her performance on the Jim Iyke Unscripted reality show on April 17. We might as well just call it a scripted reality show because judging from the press statement, Hamilton has indicated that the fight between her and Iyke after the Golden Icons... Read More

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April 29, 2013

Sealed with kisses: Pastor Sign Fireman is married – See (wedding) Photos

by Chi Ibe The General Overseer of Sign Fireman Miracle Crusade, Sign Fireman married his beau yesterday Sunday April 28 at his Church in Surulere, Lagos. The media frenzy and fan rush made it difficult for even the couple to make their way out of the church. [READ: Pastor Sign Fireman and his new blushing bride... Read More

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4 networking mistakes you probably don’t know you’re making

Ewww! 35-year-old Ghanaian urinates before magistrate in Lagos over N550,000 theft charge

Multi-wedding saga: “If I hadn’t left Lillian I would have committed suicide” – Actor, Solomon Akiyesi won’t stop talking

Boys sell for N450,000, girls for N400,000: Advocates call for tougher laws to stop the baby trade

“I just want to tell our stories, good or bad” – Ishaya Bako, director of ‘Fuelling Poverty’ on ‘Conversations with Mercy Abang’

Our boat is gone, gone, gone: The Afikuyomi white elephant at Marina has now disappeared

Opinion: Boko Haram Republic – The alternative to failed amnesty

ACN brands grounding Governor’s Amaechi private aircraft as “witch-hunt”

Family to auction off Goldie Harvey’s belongings in Lagos tomorrow

Pastor arraigned in court for raping 10 year old girl during children’s fellowship in Jos

Idiare Atimomo: Apple’s next growth curve may be in Africa

Oh, so cute: 2face Idibia’s son, Zion turns 5 (PHOTOS)

Damilola Alawode: Having neck, back and joints pain at work? Start these exercises now (Y! Superblogger)

Ready for bed: Nollywood’s Rukky Sanda takes a pose in her night gown (LOOK)

Battle ready: “We are in a trying moment” – Jonathan commissions 7 helicopters, 500 patrol vans & more

Lagos completes N29 billion Lekki-Ikoyi suspension bridge (PHOTO)

Jilted gay lover stabs Lagos banker to death

Woman takes out boyfriend’s teeth with slap in Lagos

“D’banj and Davido and artistes like them are all Fuji singers” – Adewale Ayuba

“She called them LOUSY IGBO B__CHES”: Comedian AY defends Nollywood actress Chioma Chukwuka

Cyber-cafe arrest: Enugu student takes EFCC to court for “character assassination”

Opinion: UTME – Nigerian children need access to post-secondary education

SEE Stephanie Okereke, Uti, Tonye Cole, Darey, others as Martell launches its prestige range in Lagos (PHOTOS)

New Video: Nneka’s launches music video for hit single ‘Restless’ on BET’s 106 & Park (WATCH)

Just In: 5 expatriates abducted by pirates in Bayelsa

‘His most sexy goal’: Cristiano Ronaldo’s girlfriend, Irina Shayk dazzles in skimpy bikinis (LOOK)

T.B Joshua ‘delivers’ Nollywood actress Camilla Mberekpe from ‘demons’ – See Photos

The many faces of supermodel, Oluchi Orlandi as she clocks 31 (LOOK)

“It was all an act”- Jim Iyke’s ex-fiancée says she was acting a script on his ‘Unscripted’ reality show

Sealed with kisses: Pastor Sign Fireman is married – See (wedding) Photos

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