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8 photos of Rotimi Amaechi that perfectly capture real life moments

Rotimi Amaechi is one of the most talked-about politicians in Nigeria. You either loathe him or love him- you simply can’t be indifferent about the new Minister of Transport. Here are a selection of some of his animated photos that perfectly explain real-life situations. When your son wants to collect pocket money and you’re rushing... Read More

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7 moments every Nigerian worker can relate with

Here are a few moments a Nigerian in the labour force knows too well. That one person who just doesn’t care about anything going on in the office. 2. That guy who sits at his desk all day staring. He’s almost always busy doing nothing. 3. When your boss asks you if you have another... Read More

Mimiko to Lai Mohammed: ‘Learn to talk like a Minister’

Ondo state governor, Olusegun Mimiko, has enjoined the Minister of Information, Alhaji Lai Mohammed to speak with decorum, when addressing national issues. Mimiko’s comments was in reaction to Mohammed’s crticisim of Ekiti state governor, Ayo Fayose, who described President Buhari’s Treasury Signel Account policy, as a fraud. Speaking on Tuesday in Akure, the governor said Lai... Read More

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The 4 types of people you’ll find in a Danfo bus

Millions of Lagosians use Danfo buses to move around every single day. That’s millions of personalities, temperaments, attitudes, etc. Here, we narrow these millions of people to four groups: The Sleeper: This is a special kind of passenger. They pass out the moment the bus begins to move and wake up at their bus stop, or... Read More

These 18 tweets will prove that ‘konji’ shouldn’t influence the choices you make

There is sufficient amount of research material to prove that sexual desire (street slang- konji) is a major motivating factor for most of the actions a man take. Gideon had a story to share on Wednesday evening, on Twitter. He talks about how false stimulants can motivate men to make irrational decisions, thereby leading to regret; then a... Read More

9 moments that are too real when you’re stuck in Lagos traffic

Every Lagosian who makes a daily commute across the city, has one major fear- traffic. The excruciating hours when your life comes to a gritting halt- are nothing to look forward to. Here are a few moments you can relate to, if you’ve ever been stuck in traffic: When you are in traffic and you really need... Read More

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Eyan Mayweather: 5 things you should know about Olamide

Olamide has had many people talking lately, and it’s mostly for one reason; his soon-to-be-released album, ‘Eyan Mayweather’. Olamide Adeniyi has come a long way since dropping his debut single ‘Eni Duro‘, and he really hasn’t slowed down since then. Here are a few things you should know about Olamide: He’s 26. Born on the 15th... Read More

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5 reasons we’ll always love Genevieve Nnaji

Genevieve Nnaji has been around since… forever. With an acting career spanning 28 years, Genevieve is one of the most successful actresses in Nigerian history. The 36-year-old has etched a place in the heart of many Nigerian movie lovers, and here’s why: She’s a vampire. What that means is that she never ages. Take for... Read More

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The 6 greatest villains of Nollywood

They are the ones we look forward to hating every time we watch a Nollywood flick. We hate them so much that we sometimes start to hate them in real life. Meet some of the greatest villains in the history of Nollywood: The wicked mother. She’s the epitome of everything wrong about mothers. On screen... Read More

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We bet your birthday message (from boo) isn’t as sweet as what Peter Okoye got

Today is the birthday of Africa’s most famous twins, Peter and Paul Okoye a.k.a P Square. Peter Okoye’s wife, Lola Omotayo took to Instagram to pen an heartwarming birthday wish to her ‘hot chocolate’. Below is she what she posted on Instagram.

The report of the committee on arms procurement will give you a heart attack

On the authority of Mr President, a 13-man investigative committee was set up on August 31 by the Office of the National Security Adviser to audit the procurement of arms and equipment in the Armed Forces and Defence sector from 2007 to date. Below are excerpts from details shared by Femi Adesina, Special Adviser to the President (Media... Read More

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The many versions of Olusegun Obasanjo

Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, has been everything at every phase in Nigeria’s history. He has been a student, a soldier, a statesman, a head of state in mufti and khaki. Even a farmer. These photos will show you the many versions of Obasanjo. The Baby boy The Farmer. The groom. (His marriage to Mama... Read More

Buhari ordered the arrest of Dasuki and this is how Twitter reacted

President Muhammadu Buhari ordered the arrest of Dasuki following the revelation by the investigative committee on arms procurement. Here’s how Twitter reacted: Because this Yam must go round. https://twitter.com/akaebube/status/666955602271301632 2. Because Twitter people = Federal Bureau of Investigation. https://twitter.com/fatibatul/status/666993705564413952 3. The Sun must touch everything https://twitter.com/StanVito/status/666984677178253312 4. Throwing shade at some super minister like its... Read More

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November 17, 2015

These 8 movies are proof you’re a Nollywood veteran

The Nigerian movie industry has come a long way. They went from “GRAB YOUR COPY NOW” to “NOW SHOWING IN CINEMAS” in good time. Hollywood has one address: Los Angeles, California. Nollywood, on the other hand, has three; From “51, Iweka Rd, Onitsha” to “1/3, Palm Road, Aba” to “Ebinpejo lane, Idumota, Lagos” The Nigerian movie industry... Read More

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November 17, 2015

Opinion: With Tinubu’s withered influence, PDP can take over APC states

A lot certainly has to change about the Peoples Democratic Party for it to pose a formidable opposition to the ruling APC and most importantly, seize back power from them. This much they appreciate and as such, convened a ‘Re-Branding’ Conference to that effect on Thursday 12th November 2015. The party suffered from its worst... Read More

11 tweets to enlighten you about a typical NYSC camp

To be honest, the only opportunity some people may ever get- to live with people from every part of Nigeria- is NYSC camp. It’s also a place where things can go south real quick. Here are a few tweets that’d give you an idea of how NYSC camp can be: Disclaimer. The greatest clarion call in Nigeria... Read More

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Life, integrity and culture: 10 Chinua Achebe quotes to remember

Chinua Achebe would have turned 85 years old today, November 16. Chinua Achebe, who died in 2013, wrote classic books like No Longer At Ease, Anthills of the Savannah, Girls at War, Arrow of God, There Was A Country and his Magnus Opus, Things Fall Apart, which has been translated to over 58 languages worldwide. Known... Read More

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Boy finally meets love of his life after 2-years of facetiming

Remember how Rihanna found love in a hopeless place? This couple’s story would make you want to fall in love again and again… well except you’re just a hater. A guy named Kenneth (@oggkin on Twitter) finally meets the girl he’s been in love with for over 2 years, and he’s chosen to keep everyone abreast... Read More

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