Swing low: FG to beam its searchlight on private jet owners

by Isi Esene The recent helicopter crash which happened in Nembe, Bayelsa State, killing six people including the governor of Kaduna State, Patrick Yakowa and former National Security Adviser, Andrew Azazi, has again brought the issue of aviation safety to the front burner. There are indications that the aviation ministry is planning on imposing stringent... Read More

December 30, 2012

How Google upset Dame Patience Jonathan… in last week’s news with a pinch of salt.

by Stanley Azuakola Reports from Aso Rock reveal that its occupants are so pleased with the remarkable job Doyin Okupe is doing as a presidential spokesmen that it is not uncommon these days to hear the president chastising his other spokesman Reuben Abati by saying, “Can’t you emulate smart Okupe for once?” GEJ’s bible... Read More

December 30, 2012

“Don’t insult President Jonathan on Facebook” – Youth group cautions

by Isi Esene A group, the Niger Delta Youth Initiative for Positive Change has expressed its displeasure over the insults hauled at president Goodluck Jonathan by his ‘friends’ on Facebook. In a statement released in Port Harcourt on Friday by its National Coordinator, David Ato, the group advised Nigerians to desist from using abusive language... Read More

December 29, 2012

100,000 euros A DAY: Silvio Berlusconi to pay ex-wife settlement as he gets set to marry third wife

by Rachel Ogbu Silvo Berlusconi, former Italian prime minister will be parting away with, uhm, a lot of money after splitting up with his wife, Veronica Lario. According to reports, his ex-wife will collect 36 million euros a year in maintenance payments and that works out at almost 100,000 euros a day. Lario walked out of the... Read More

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December 29, 2012

Adaobi Okwy: Dear Boko Haram… (Y! Superblogger)

I leave you with questions and only hope that one day…soonest, you’d find it in your heart to put down your weapons and leave us to heal and to forgive. Dear Boko Haram, I thought long and hard about this letter before I decided to put it out there (and by extension…put myself out there).... Read More

Adaobi Okwy, boko haram, corruption, terrorism, Y! Superblogger

December 29, 2012

Oria Iyayi: Was this a country?

by Oria Iyayi We do not teach the War in our schools, most times we act like it never happened. I never witnessed events of the Civil War having been born about a decade after the last shot in anger had been fired. I heard some accounts of the war from various people. I heard how... Read More

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December 29, 2012

Koko Concert: Hauwa Gambo’s 7 reasons D’banj should be very proud of himself

by Hauwa Gambo So, the way you’ve heard it told on our famously ‘follow-follow’ social media space, Dbanj’s 2012 Koko Concert, held on Thursday, December 27 was a huge flop, right? And he has done the wise thing and apologised. Well, apart from the fact that yes indeed he needs to get a full refund... Read More

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December 29, 2012

“I’m sorry, I’m really very sorry”: Former ‘Redeemed’ pastor severely apologises for criticising Adeboye

by Rachel Ogbu Bankole Solomon, a former pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has apologised for criticising the General Overseer of the church, Pastor Enoch Adeboye last week. Solomon claimed the General Overseer allowed politicians into their annual turning it into a political congress. (READ: Holy Ghost congress is now a political congress... Read More

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December 29, 2012

Temie Giwa: The drones are coming – are you ready? (YNaija FrontPage)

by Temie Giwa When sophisticated robots fight wars, the collateral of such wars are often normal people; young fathers and little girls who wake to the rage of a people far away from them and their lives are squandered in a war they never asked for and one that gets them nothing but loss and... Read More

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December 29, 2012

Opinion: The way we acquire and share knowledge is changing

Muhammed Abdullahi Tosin Although many people have fears about these electronic alternatives and even some erroneously think an end to books would be the demise of literature, the bitter fact is that the revolution is so compelling we can’t help it. The enduring advancement in scientific innovation and the irresistible potentialities of technology are transforming... Read More

books, e-books, Google, knowledge, libraries, reading, tablets, Wikipedia

December 29, 2012

Dele Momodu: My condolence, Mr. President

by Dele Momodu Sir, when such occurrences happen, with the current rapidity, I believe it is time to look inwards. We must take a comprehensive glimpse at our home and check where the roof is leaking, because these are no normal times. Your Excellency, when I wrote my last letter to you about three... Read More

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December 29, 2012

Oyedepo’s “cynical exploitation”, Farouk vs Otedola & more: See our list of the Top 12 scandals of 2012

by Wilfred Okiche Another year, another bevy of scandals and 2012 was no different. Whether it was the back and forth between a certain billionaire business man and a honorable member of the house or the endlessly shameful Ibori affair finally put to rest, there was more than enough to keep us entertained. Or... Read More

Ibori, otedola, Oyedepo

December 29, 2012

No plan for any increase in fuel price- Presidency

by Rachel Ogbu Nigerians can drop their pitch forks and torches set for January 2013 fuel hike as the president has assured Nigerians that there were no plans to increase the pump price of petrol in the New Year. Nigerians have feared the worse after news that the president wanted to increase fuel prices again... Read More

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December 28, 2012

Just sad: Woman pleads guilty to drowning her 4-year-old autistic son

Patricia Corby hides her face beneath her hair at an earlier hearing in the death of her son. Patricia Corby held her 4-year-old son suffering from autism under inches of water until he was lifeless. Now she faces life in prison. Corby, 37, sobbed in court as she pleaded guilty Thursday to killing her... Read More

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December 28, 2012

What did the ‘perfect woman’ look like in 1912? (LOOK)

From the NY Times (View larger version) In 1912 Miss Elsie Scheel of Brooklyn was deemed the “most nearly perfect specimen of womanhood” out of 400 other coeds at Cornell that year. The 24-year-old Scheel had come to Cornell from Packer Collegiate Institute in Brooklyn Heights—she enjoyed horticulture, outdoor sports, and was an ardent suffragette.... Read More

December 28, 2012

#TheKokoConcertReview – Let me tell you why my friend, Gbolahan left the venue…

by Tola Sarumi Heartthrob Idris asked the crowd to give it up for the biggest artist in the world, one could almost feel the tired crowd perk up, ‘Is it Kanye West, is it Jay Z’?! Someone pulled out a Yoruba film style ‘Kabiyesi-Crown’ and placed it on a figure cloaked in a deep red damask,... Read More

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December 28, 2012

Ifeanyi Okoli: The cost of three bottles of blessings

by Ifeanyi Okoli The pulpit I sincerely believe is the most lucrative segment of our national economy and its not rocket science to keep the money coming… Nigerians are very smart people, we are a nation of profound happiness. No matter what you do to us, we tend to forget in a manner of great... Read More

integrity, nigeria, patriotism, Religion, swindle

December 28, 2012

Sefi Atta’s latest novel ‘A bit of difference’ for launch in Lagos

by Isi Esene Sefi Atta will launch the Nigerian edition of her latest novel, ‘A Bit of Difference’ at the Glendora Bookshop, Ikeja City Mall, on December 29 at 1pm. A Bit of Difference, Atta’s third novel has been hailed as “an immensely absorbing book,” by Chika Unigwe, winner of the Nigerian Prize for Literature... Read More

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December 28, 2012

Kay Aishida: Illuminati musing (Y! Superblogger)

Please! It’s possible to be a successful music superstar without selling one’s soul to the devil. Twinkle,Twinkle little Stars,right? Wrong. Way I see it, even stars don’t shine as bright anymore. At least, not as bright as the Illuminati. This seem to be the progression these days: Talent – Upcoming Star – Star – SuperStar———>ILLUMINATI.... Read More

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December 28, 2012

Fiery December: Fire guts Ondo FRCN station, shuts down operation

by Akan Ido This season is turning out to be a fiery one as the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, Positive FM, station in Akure was yesterday gutted by fire. Sources say the fire which destroyed many of the station’s vital equipments started around 6:40am when the station has barely commenced its daily transmission. Just... Read More

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December 28, 2012

Rejoinder: No, Christianity is not close to extinction

by Muhammad Shuaibu We know the religion the then US president belongs to but have never and will never attribute such a crime to his religion. As unapologetically-Muslims and uncompromisingly-Islamic, we demand just that and nothing more. I received a message on my BlackBerry Messenger through this link: Christianity ‘close to extinction’ in Middle East,... Read More

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December 28, 2012

Obasanjo assesses fire damage, bursts into victory song [DETAILS]

by Isi Esene The Hilltop mansion belonging to the former president of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo which reportedly started around 4:30pm on Thursday was caused by an electric surge. The fire damaged a section of the building which is said to be the office of Obasanjo’s secretary. The inferno was quickly put under control by men... Read More

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December 28, 2012

Kidnap of Oluwole Rotimi’s wife: Police arrest couple

by Isi Esene The Oyo State police command says it has arrested a couple, Ruth Yemisi and Matthew Adubi Adekiya, in connection with the kidnap of Titilayo Oluwole Rotimi, the wife of the former governor of the old Western Region, Brig. Gen. Oluwole Rotimi (rtd). Titilayo was kidnapped by a four-man gang within her company... Read More

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December 28, 2012

Sting operation: JTF destroys bomb making factory in Kaduna, kills 5 ‘Boko Haram’ suspects

by Isi Esene Men of the Joint Military Task Force yesterday in Kaduna killed five people suspected to be members of the dreaded Islamic sect, Boko Haram. Two others were reportedly arrested in the early morning raid. Col. Sani Usman, the spokesman of 1 Division, Nigeria Army, Kaduna, said the incident happened in Rigasa, Igabi... Read More

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December 28, 2012

Crocodile tears? Borno governor weeps during budget presentation

by Isi Esene Borno State governor, Kashim Shettima yesterday wept on the floor of the House of Assembly while presenting the 2013 Appropriation Bill to the honourable members. The governor was said to have broken down into tears while reflecting on the havoc wreaked by a militant Islamic sect operating in the state. Reports say the governor repeatedly stated... Read More

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December 28, 2012

Honourable rumble: Gov Okorocha’s, Senator Anyanwu’s aides clash, Anyanwu reportedly slaps governor’s aide-de-camp

by Isi Esene The political tension in Imo State has risen up a notch as aides to the governor, Rochas Okorocha, on Wednesday night clashed with that of Senator Chris Anyanwu (APGA, Imo). The senator, a former ally of the governor, narrated the incident while speaking to reporters saying the governor’s convoy swerved into her... Read More

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December 27, 2012

Get freelance work at Prolance.com.ng – Nigeria’s freelance marketplace connecting companies and individuals

An innovation program, “Tech Launch Pad” was launched recently to cater for technology entrepreneurs. Courtesy of the Nigerian Government through its Ministry of Communications Technology, the program is focused on addressing 4 key challenges i.e. skills, quality, relevance and funding, facing software companies. Interventions which the innovation programme will provide within each of the identified areas include:... Read More

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December 27, 2012

Updated: Former President Obasanjo’s hilltop mansion in Abeokuta on fire (PICTURED)

by Isi Esene The Hilltop mansion of former president Olusegun Obasanjo in his hometown, Abeokuta, Ogun State, was gutted by fire. It was gathered that the fire, which started around 4:30pm on Thursday, 20 minutes after Obasanjo reportedly left the mansion for his family house at Ita-Eko, Abeokuta, destroyed some documents and property. A resident... Read More

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December 27, 2012

Opemipo Adebanjo: 40 things you must do before you turn 40 (Y! Superblogger)

Get angry at someone or something once in a long while. You need this especially if you are a usually quiet person. Let your rage be like a thunderstorm, usually over in five minutes. Find your purpose. This is one of the most important things in life. Ask yourself, ”Why am I here? What... Read More

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Swing low: FG to beam its searchlight on private jet owners

How Google upset Dame Patience Jonathan… in last week’s news with a pinch of salt.

“Don’t insult President Jonathan on Facebook” – Youth group cautions

100,000 euros A DAY: Silvio Berlusconi to pay ex-wife settlement as he gets set to marry third wife

Adaobi Okwy: Dear Boko Haram… (Y! Superblogger)

Oria Iyayi: Was this a country?

Koko Concert: Hauwa Gambo’s 7 reasons D’banj should be very proud of himself

“I’m sorry, I’m really very sorry”: Former ‘Redeemed’ pastor severely apologises for criticising Adeboye

Temie Giwa: The drones are coming – are you ready? (YNaija FrontPage)

Opinion: The way we acquire and share knowledge is changing

Dele Momodu: My condolence, Mr. President

Oyedepo’s “cynical exploitation”, Farouk vs Otedola & more: See our list of the Top 12 scandals of 2012

No plan for any increase in fuel price- Presidency

Just sad: Woman pleads guilty to drowning her 4-year-old autistic son

What did the ‘perfect woman’ look like in 1912? (LOOK)

#TheKokoConcertReview – Let me tell you why my friend, Gbolahan left the venue…

Ifeanyi Okoli: The cost of three bottles of blessings

Sefi Atta’s latest novel ‘A bit of difference’ for launch in Lagos

Kay Aishida: Illuminati musing (Y! Superblogger)

More colours, more beauties at the Calabar Carnival 2012 – See (stunning) Photos

Fiery December: Fire guts Ondo FRCN station, shuts down operation

Rejoinder: No, Christianity is not close to extinction

Obasanjo assesses fire damage, bursts into victory song [DETAILS]

Kidnap of Oluwole Rotimi’s wife: Police arrest couple

Sting operation: JTF destroys bomb making factory in Kaduna, kills 5 ‘Boko Haram’ suspects

Crocodile tears? Borno governor weeps during budget presentation

Honourable rumble: Gov Okorocha’s, Senator Anyanwu’s aides clash, Anyanwu reportedly slaps governor’s aide-de-camp

Get freelance work at Prolance.com.ng – Nigeria’s freelance marketplace connecting companies and individuals

Updated: Former President Obasanjo’s hilltop mansion in Abeokuta on fire (PICTURED)

Opemipo Adebanjo: 40 things you must do before you turn 40 (Y! Superblogger)

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