YNaija reviews the performance of federal ministries in 2012 (Vol. 2)

Tastemakers & Trendsetters! Unveiling the 20 young celebs who made the Y! Magazine Annual Best-Dressed List 2012 (PHOTOS)

The first ever Y! Magazine Annual Best Dressed List – inspired by the iconic Vanity Fair list of same name- has hit the stands. This year, courtesy of the Y! fashion mavens (also known as the style editors), the magazine selected the top 10 hottest men and women to rock the trends scene throughout 2012. ... Read More

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YNaija reviews the performance of federal ministries in 2012

by Joachim MacEbong Much has been said about the size of government and the cost of governance at every level, and many continue to wonder if Nigeria gets value for all the money that goes into maintaining its public service every year, which is the lion share of the budget. A lot of this money... Read More

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Click, click: See our pick of Top 10 Nigerian websites of 2012!

by Nubi Kayode These are my top 10 websites for 2012, and they have been selected for different reasons, from design to content, from platform to rise. I also added two extras that should be on everyone’s radar especially for 2013. Enjoy! LindaIkeji – Like it or not, this website has to be on any... Read More

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Slow govt.: “Nigerians are tired of his excuses…” – Opposition parties tackle Jonathan

by Akan Ido Reactions have continued to pour in over President Goodluck Jonathan’s statement which tried to justify his administration’s slow pace. On Wednesday, during a Christmas church service, Jonathan had explained that his government is perceived to be slow because it tries to properly think through issues so as to avoid making costly mistakes.... Read More

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JTF arrests a senior police officer, others for operating illegal fuel depot in Calabar

by Isi Esene An illegal fuel depot containing nothing less than 8,000 drums of petrol and diesel has been discovered during a Christmas Eve raid in Calabar, Cross River State, by a Joint Military Task Force, Operation Pulo Shield 01. The spokesperson of the 13 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Capt. Joseph James, said this... Read More

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No hiding place: Plans underway to track down runaway ‘wonder banks’ operators – SEC

by Akan Ido Investors have been given some glimmer of hope as the Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) have reiterated its determination to track down illegal capital market operators, otherwise known as (Wonder Banks), who have fled the country. It was gathered that the total amount of legitimate claims against the Wonder Banks have risen... Read More

What’s the score? Odemwingie launches more blistering Twitter attacks on Super Eagles coach and ex-players

by Rachel Ogbu Since Nigeria’s coach, Stephen Keshi decided to leave Peter Odemwingie out of his Africa Cup of Nations squad, there has been a lot of debate – going back and forth on the issue. Odemwingie claims he is not affected by the coach’s decision but the reasons behind it are evidently still unsettling for the... Read More

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Joy to the world! I saw Jesus when I was 3 years old – Kris Okotie

by Akan Ido Pastor Chris Okotie, the Senior Pastor of the Household of God, is always on the pages on newspapers and soft-sell magazines over one issue or the other. Recently the searchlight has been beamed with even higher intensity on his marital status, his relationships, and the de-listing of his political party, Fresh Democratic... Read More

Photo of the Day: For this one, it’s NOT a happy Boxing Day

by Isi Esene This guy must have clearly misunderstood the true meaning of Boxing Day and no one cared to explain – obviously not the guy who helped ‘redesign’ his face. Poor guy, we hope he heals before the next Boxing Day celebrations. Enjoy the rest of your holidays people! – This photo was... Read More

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Boxing Day: Pastor Adeboye goes to prison

by Isi Esene The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor E. A. Adeboye has chosen to spend the Boxing Day with inmates of the Kirikiri Maximum Security Prisons in Lagos. The pastor reportedly posted it on the social networking site, Twitter, saying Jesus came to the world to save all... Read More

Opinion: Christmas is not of Christ, but of Baal worship

by Eferovo Igho It is futile to try knowing when Jesus Christ was born, deluding picking a date and satanic celebrating that date or celebrating Jesus birth ‘on a date set aside’, for they that do celebrate in this way, celebrate who they know not. When I wrote in a recent short online piece that... Read More

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Sad: Warehouse fireworks explosion in Lagos – See Photos

by Isi Esene There was pandemonium earlier on Wednesday when a shop filled with firecrackers exploded around Oroyiyin/Jankara area of Lagos Island. The explosion happened around 9:30am. The fire which came as a result of the explosion quickly spread to other shops causing panic among traders and shoppers alike. “While security agencies (will) investigate and... Read More

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A few GOOD reasons you might want to quit your job

from Techyville.com The important thing to remember is that you always have a choice about where to spend your time, your life and your career. Don’t let anyone tell you different. The employer-employee relationship can sometimes be a difficult one to balance. It is easy to stay at a job that you like, and your... Read More

Up in smoke: Building filled with firecrackers explodes in Lagos

by Isi Esene There was pandemonium earlier on Wednesday when a shop filled with firecrackers exploded around Oroyiyin/Jankara area of Lagos Island. The explosion reportedly happened around 9:30am. The fire which came as a result of the explosion quickly spread to other shops causing panic among traders and shoppers alike. Many residents of the area... Read More

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Esta Morenikeji: Isn’t exercise for those who want to lose weight? (Y! Superblogger)

A fit person can repeat movements for a long period without becoming fatigued. It is not unusual for most of us to associate exercise with weight loss only. In so doing we sometimes wonder why a slim person works out at the gym. What we are really wondering is “why are they at the gym”? They... Read More

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Rest in peace: We remember the #Aluu4 & 11 other deaths that shook the nation

by Rachel Ogbu The gruesome killing of four promising undergraduate students of the University of Port-Harcourt labelled ALUU4 dug up a lot of questions and debate. It also sent mixed feelings of anger and sadness, shock and despair to many across Nigeria and even the world. These feelings were reminiscent of the ones felt when... Read More

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There is nothing we can do to our enemies but to forgive them: Bishop of Kaduna Catholic Diocese speaks on Boko Haram

by Rachel Ogbu In a Christmas message, the bishop of Kaduna Catholic Diocese, Most Rev. Mathew Ndagoso, said the Catholic Church body in the state had forgiven Islamist sect, Boko Haram, over the series of bomb attacks on the church. This comes after the Pope Benedict XVI on Tuesday December 25 called for an end to the... Read More

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Iyinoluwa Aboyeji: Nigeria gives nothing but takes it all from you (YNaija FrontPage)

The trouble is nation building requires more than subsistence money transfers. Nigeria needs it local knowledge and need must be matched with global experience and talent. Same people that I fought for, that I fight for, That I ride for, that I live for, that I die for Be the reason that these n-ggas is... Read More

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Japheth Omojuwa: #My2012Lessons: Evolve and forget your certificate (YNaija FrontPage)

I am ruling the world yet but I can assure you I am on the way there and you can be too. Have my best wishes for 2013 and than you for reading my works. Blessings. Happy holidays! This is my last entry for the year. I have written mostly about our country, and... Read More

Pope’s Christmas message says, ‘Hope for peace in Syria and Nigeria must not die’

Pope Benedict XVI used his Christmas message to the world today to say people should never lose hope for peace, even in conflict-riven Syria and in Nigeria where he spoke of “terrorism” against Christians. Marking the eighth Christmas season of his pontificate, the 85-year-old read his “Urbi et Orbi” (to the city and the world)... Read More

12 things you should do in the 2013

by Doyin Jaiyesimi 1). Join a gym Let’s face it, many of us will probably throw caution to the wind with regards to food this festive season. Who can blame you? No one wants to be on a diet when there are loads of delicious delicacies everywhere. If you add a few pounds, don’t... Read More

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Gruesome: Gunmen kill 5, burn church in Yobe attack

by Isi Esene About five people were killed at a church in Peri, Yobe State. The church building was said to have been burned down and several other buildings in the area was also affected in the attack which happened on Christmas Eve. The pastor of the church was also among the dead. Peri is... Read More

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Occupied in Nigeria, displaced in New York: See our Top 10 events that shook the world

by Rachel Ogbu Here is a look at 10 of the most crucial events in 2012 that made the world pay attention. Some were good and some too horrible, it’s better to forget. January 2: OccupyNigeria protest began in Nigeria in response to the fuel subsidy removal by the Federal Government of President Goodluck Jonathan.... Read More

Photo of the Day: Santa ditches the sleigh, delivers gifts on ‘okada’

by Akan Ido Forget the sleigh, in Nigeria, Santa has a faster means of delivering the gifts on Christmas – on a commercial motorcycle called ‘okada’. That’s a sharp Santa (complete with an Elf on the motorcycle) right there for you. Have you got Christmas photos like these, please let’s have them in the spirit... Read More

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The Meeting? Last flight to Abuja? We struggle to present the 10 best movies of 2012

by Wilfred Okiche Only last year, while compiling our inaugural end of year list of the best movies, we faced a certain challenge and divided the list into 5 best movies and 5 contenders, all the while hoping for a better 2012. Well, it is the end of 2012 and even though some interesting films... Read More

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“My mum almost killed me!” – Wizkid, Toke Makinwa, Toju Foyeh and others share their most memorable Christmas

by Adedoyin Jaiyesimi and Ifeanyi Dike Jr We conclude the piece fro m #YMagazine10 asking some celebrities and media personalities for their most memorable Christmas 6. Adaora Mbelu Producer December 2010. In the Spirit of Christmas, I decided to do something different – get a few friends together, leave our worries and work stress... Read More

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Richie Rich Christmas Wish, Silent Night & more: Y! Magazine picks the 10 movies you should be watching today

by Adedoyin Jaiyesimi We give a run-down of some of our favourite – local and foreign – Christmas movies for all time! 1. Home alone THIS IS a Christmas classic. Kevin McCallister’s mischievous tricks as he tries to prevent his house from being burgled will get you laughing over and over again. This is... Read More

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Don’t eat that Christmas chicken! Yes, that one bite can ruin your diet

by Arinola Adeniyi “It takes 21 days to make or break a habit.” Yes, that is a very popular cliché this festive season! But I implore you not to encourage me along those lines this year! Virtually every one you connect with this season will tell you ‘just this once does not matter’! Then you... Read More

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