Achebe must be buried at home – Anambra gov’t

by Rachel Ogbu The Anambra State government is pushing for the late novelist, Chinua Achebe to be buried in his home town. Although the family has not announced their burial plans yet, on Saturday, spokesman for the governor of Anambra Mike Udah, said the idea of him being buried outside his community is totally ruled out.... Read More

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March 24, 2013

Prophet Obadare died 2 days after revival aimed at ending 23-year-old crisis in the Christ Apostolic Church

by Rachel Ogbu As friends, family and church followers mourn the death of the founder of the Soul Winning Evangelical Ministry Timothy Obadare; new reports claim he died two days after a three-day revival aimed at ending the 23-year-old crisis within the Christ Apostolic Church. The revival which was organized by the Re-unification and Reconciliation... Read More

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March 24, 2013

Malaria, HIV/AIDS, cancer and road accidents named Nigeria’s top killers by NMA

by Rachel Ogbu Malaria, HIV/AIDS, cancer and road accidents were officially listed as the top killers in the country. The Nigeria Medical Association also added hypertension and diabetes claiming that the rising cases was influenced by globalisation. The National President, NMA, Esahon Enabulele said it seemed the government focused more on HIV/AIDS over other diseases, but was because it had... Read More

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March 24, 2013

“I’m sorry” – Judge says to innocent man jailed 23 years for a murder he did not commit (PICTURED)

by Rachel Ogbu David Ranta, who was incorrectly who spent 23 years in prison for a crime he did not commit had a heart attack a day after release from prison. His lawyer, Pierre Sussman said Ranta suffered a heart attack Friday evening but it was not fatal. “My office is happy to report that... Read More

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March 24, 2013

FaithNaija: Direct dial to heaven

by Rachel Ogbu Most times in hopeless and very bad situations, a little act of faith or a short prayer can make a difference. We’ve all heard the phrase that “God works in mysterious ways.” For Tammy G, the phrase wasn’t just words, God came through for her in a very mysterious way. Read her... Read More

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March 23, 2013

Temie Giwa: The oil masters (Y! FrontPage)

Were the representatives aware of how much the delay of the PIB will cost Nigeria? How is it that they have been complicit in deferring the passage of the bill until Nigeria has lost all investment in the oil sector? Was this their goal all along? Who is the enemy of the Nigerian people? During... Read More

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March 23, 2013

Looking fly: SEE Davido, Banky W, Uti Nwachukwu, Basketmouth, others in Dubai for 2face (PHOTOS)

by Isi Esene There is something like a competition among the men who are in Dubai for the wedding between artiste, 2face and Annie Idibia. Their suits, accessories and swag are all on point and it appears they are determined to make their presence felt in the Gulf country. See photos of some of the... Read More

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March 23, 2013

Chimamanda Adiche pens an elegy to Chinua Achebe in Igbo [READ, TRANSLATION]

by Chimamanda Adichie Ife mee, Nnukwu ife mee, Chinua Achebe anabago, Onye edemede nke di, Egwu, onye nnukwu uche, onye obi oma, Keduzi onye anyi ga-eji eme onu? Keduzi onye anyi ga-eji jee mba? Keduzi onye ga-akwado anyi? Ebenebe egbu o! Anya mmili julu m anya, Chinua Achebe, naba no ndokwa, O ga-adili gi mma,... Read More

March 23, 2013

Aww, so cute: 2face and Annie Idibia walk down the aisle (LOOK)

by Isi Esene This is the photo everyone had been waiting for, 2face and his beautiful bride, Annie walking down the aisle with the cute little bridesmaid. Isn’t this just beautiful? [READ: 2face Idibia wedding: Is this Chevrolet Corvette car gift from Senate President David Mark? (LOOK)] [READ: Red carpet, lights, cameras – It’s... Read More

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March 23, 2013

6 sure ways to sabotage your job search

by Nancy Collamer The first thing an employer will do after reviewing your resumé is look for you online. If you don’t show up there, the hiring manager will either conclude that you are a technological dinosaur (especially if you’re over 50) or have little to offer. In today’s technology-centric workplace, there are more ways... Read More

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March 23, 2013

SEE Don Jazzy, Dr. Sid, eLDee set for 2face’s wedding in Dubai (PHOTOS)

by Isi Esene Everything is set for the much talked about wedding between 2face and Annie Idibia taking place in Dubai, UAE today. After arriving the Gulf country with his executive secretary, Don Jazzy is all set and looking dapper in a grey suit ready to storm the venue of the event. See photos of... Read More

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March 23, 2013

Don Jazzy arrives Dubai with a stunning beauty, guess who she is? (PHOTOS)

by Isi Esene Yes, she is beautiful Sameerah Ahmed, Don Jazzy’s executive assistant. Reports say the MAVIN boss is currently in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to attend the wedding of 2face and Annie Idibia. [Photos: H/T LIB]

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March 23, 2013

Michael Olafusi: Keeping the bank full (30 Days, 30 Voices)

The brain doesn’t get filled, the more you use it the logically bigger and more intelligent it becomes. We all have financial goals, even if it’s as vague as “I want to be richer than Dangote”. The part most of us miss is thefinancial planning, very few of us actually plan our (intended) way to... Read More

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March 23, 2013

“The massacre of Chinua’s people in Kano” – Soyinka, J.P Clark hit hard

by Isi Esene Literary icons, Professor Wole Soyinka and J.P Clark have reportedly linked the death of renowned writer, Professor Chinua Achebe to the Kano bomb blast which killed several people at a bus park on Monday. In a press statement jointly released by both highly respected writers, they noted that Achebe’s death might have... Read More

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March 23, 2013

Nelson Mandela, Kerry Washington, Odinga, many more pay tribute to Chinua Achebe on Twitter (TWEETS + VIDEO)

by Rachel Ogbu To millions of people around the world, Chinua Achebe, 82 was seen as the father of African literature. His books, especially ‘Things Fall Apart’ was highly reverened and part of the curriculum of many schools around the world. The tributes coming in since the news broke yesterday that the award winning novelist... Read More

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March 23, 2013

“Utter Rubbish: Comparing me to Tonto? You musta bumped your head” – SEE Saeon’s Twitter outburst

by Chi Ibe Nigeria artiste, Saeon has just been on Twitter to rage after a fan said her song sounded “Tonto Dike’ish”. According to online reports D’banj’s dancers, CEO Dancers had created a dance video for Saeon’s latest single, ‘Jara’ and a fan of the dancers went on to post the comment. “I’m get compare to Tiwa Savage,... Read More

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March 23, 2013

Hot or not? Musical artiste, May7ven (also Segun Odegbami’s daughter) can’t show enough in new photoshoot (LOOK)

by Chi Ibe UK-based Nigerian Afrobeats artist and singer-songwriter, May7Ven rocks four novelty outfits in her new photoshoot. May7ven who is well-known for her dancing is the daughter of retired Nigerian footballer, Segun Odegbami. Last year she was profiled alongside Wizkid and D’Banj as the new generation of Afrobeats stars.

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March 23, 2013

“She was always worried about acceptance”: Derenle speaks candidly about Goldie (WATCH)

by Chi Ibe “It’s sad that the people you build the best memories now becomes a memory.” TV personality, Derenle Edun spoke to Hip Hop World recently about his ‘life support’ and best friend, Susan Goldie Harvey. On the day she died Edun described her as very hyper and animated. He said he had never seen her... Read More

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March 23, 2013

Photo of the Day: God save the children as they go to school

by Rachel Ogbu Could this be a metaphor for corrupption in Nigeria? How you get there doesn’t matter, as long as you get there. Or maybe one can look t it another way and say; “Where there’s a will, there’s a way.” Still there’s no excuse for this, where’s his seatbelt? Over to you Federal... Read More

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March 23, 2013

“Achebe was a movement… He will never die” – Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala pays tribute

by Isi Esene The death of renowned writer, Professor Chinua Achebe on Friday has continued to attract reactions from many who have had an opportunity to experience his person and genius directly or indirectly. The latest tribute to the literary icon who succumbed to the cold hands of death at the ripe old age of... Read More

March 23, 2013

Ini Edo complains of hunger on Twitter then… says sorry to fans (TWEETS)

by Isi Esene Celebrities know the folly of not engaging their fans on social media. Popular Nollywood actress, Ini Edo knows this and she tweeted an apology to her fans explaining why she has been away for so long. But before she did, she tweeted a complaint of hunger and fatigue on March 7. Exhausted... Read More

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March 23, 2013

People like my lewd lyrics, I am also a gospel singer – Saint Janet reveals in new interview

by Isi Esene Omotoyosi Kayode Iyun, popularly known as Saint Janet has always courted controversy with her songs which tend to be peppered with lewd lyrics. In this interview, the Yoruba artiste speaks with Punch Newspapers about her life, career, music, and relationship. Rad excerpts of the interview below: You always perform every weekend. How... Read More

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March 23, 2013

Dele Momodu: As the world mourns Chinua Achebe

by Dele Momodu “It is a sad day for the world of Literature as one of its greatest icons, Prof Albert Chinualumogu Achebe, joins his ancestors…” This reflected the sobriety that engulfed the world as the news spread across like bush fire in harmattan. Fellow Nigerians, let me join you and countless others across the... Read More

March 22, 2013

“Frank, truthful and fearless”: President Jonathan pays tribute to Chinua Achebe

PRESIDENT JONATHAN SAYS ACHEBE’S IMMENSE PATRIOTISM AND SINCERE COMMITMENT TO A BETTER NIGERIA WILL BE GREATLY MISSED President Goodluck has received with immense sadness, news of the passing away of Nigeria’s globally acclaimed writer, scholar, tutor, cultural icon, nationalist and artist of the very first rank, Prof. Chinua Achebe. President Jonathan joins Prof. Achebe’s... Read More

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March 22, 2013

3 instant ways to be more popular on Twitter (and 3 ways to lose them)

by Jenna Birch You wouldn’t want to have a conversation with someone who only talked about themselves, right? Same thing goes for Twitter—people want to follow people who interact. Want your Twitter reach to expand beyond friends and a few coworkers? Stop sending tweets about what you ate for lunch. People most want to follow... Read More

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March 22, 2013

Dubai, here we come! Timaya, Rita Dominic, Banky W at the airport for 2face & Annie Idibia’s wedding (SNAPSHOT)

by Chi Ibe All set for the event of the month, 2Face and Annie Idibia’s wedding in Dubai. Timaya, Rita Dominic and Banky W are on the guest list. Other celebrities including D’Banj and Sound Sultan will also attend the two day event.

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March 22, 2013

Chimamanda pays tribute to Achebe: The man who rediscovered Africa

by Chimamanda Adichie After William Heinemann overcame their reservations and published “Things Fall Apart” in June 1958, it became a critical success. Achebe, the Times Literary Supplement wrote, had “genuinely succeeded in presenting tribal life from the inside.” A novelty indeed. “Things Fall Apart” was pioneering not in its subject but in its African point... Read More

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March 22, 2013

A tribute to Chinua Achebe, by Cheta Nwanze

By Cheta Nwanze “Age was respected among his people, but achievement was revered. As the elders said, if a child washed his hands he could eat with kings.” – Things Fall Apart, pg 5. It is not a surprise the amount of tributes that have poured in from around the world following the passing on... Read More

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March 22, 2013

There was a (rare) man…: An Achebe Obituary

by Cheta Nwanze Chinualumogu Albert Achebe was born in Ogidi, in Eastern Nigeria on November 16, 1930 to Isaiah and Janet Achebe. He attended St. Philips’ Central School, Ogidi from 1936 until 1942 when he moved to Nekede to attend the Central School there. While in Nekede, Achebe began to appreciate Igbo culture a lot more, and this appreciation,... Read More

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