These signs will tell you Ajah is not part of God’s plan for your life

So you asked around, “where did all the baby boys and girls living in Lagos go to?” ‘Island,’ they said. You know Island means V/I, Lekki, Ikoyi, and all those places? But you chose to interprete your own island as Ajah. You refused to listen to the elders; So you moved there. New beginnings, you said.... Read More

November 10, 2015

See Korede Bello’s selfies with two famous Nigerians (PHOTOS)

It’s not everyday you see a Nigerian music-star take a selfie with a royal father and a former governor. But it sure did happen when Korede Bello, while aboard a flight, took a selfie with the Emir of Kano, His Royal Highness Sanusi Lamido. Korede Bello also took a selfie with the former governor of Cross River, Donald... Read More

Alhaji Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, Emir of Kano, Korede Bello

November 4, 2015

Meet the jury members for Africa International Film Festival 2015

Known for credibility and professionalism of global best practices, the Africa International Film Festival, AFRIFF, presents an A-list of jury members known for their dedication and diverse knowledge of film business in Africa and beyond. The jurors who will be overseeing about 139 films in the AFRIFF competitive segment include, Pedro Pimenta, the new festival... Read More

November 3, 2015

Celebrating 10 years! The Future Awards Africa launches #AfricaNeedsYou campaign

The Central Working Committee (CWC) of Africa’s biggest youth event, The Future Awards Africa (TFAA) has officially launched the media campaign for the 2015 edition – which celebrates 10 years of inspiring Africa. The campaign is themed #AfricaNeedsYou, and it will be driven by a tour of 100 cities across Africa. This tour will a)... Read More

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November 2, 2015

Tim Godfrey brings together Waje, Femi Jacobs, Yaw others for The Ewuro Project

UN Peace ambassador and Award winning singer Waje, Femi Jacobs, Joseph Benjamin, Yaw, Nedu, Lepacious Bose, Chinonso Young, Gloria Young and a host of others will join multiple award winning gospel Artiste, Tim Godfrey and Xtreme at the Shell Hall, Muson Centre on the 15th November, 2015, to set the stage for a fusion of dance,... Read More

October 30, 2015

Pastor Siju Iluyomade hosts Dolapo Osinbajo, Bolanle Ambode, Iara Oshiomole, others at Arise Women conference

Convener of the Arise Women Conference, Pastor Siju Iluyomade is set to host the wife of the Vice President, Mrs. Dolapo Osinbajo and other first ladies at the 7th edition of the annual conference this Saturday October 31st at the City of David Sanctuary, COD Church Road, Off Ligali Ayorinde Street, Dideolu Estate, Victoria Island,... Read More

October 30, 2015

AFRIFF 2015: Organisers unveil festival programme

The organisers of the annual Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) have unveiled an impressive line-up of festival programme which holds in Lagos, Nigeria from November 8 to 15, 2015. The programme, as announced by the festival’s Artistic Director, Keith Shiri reveals a series of industry sessions, master classes and movie screenings totalling 180 films, out... Read More

October 29, 2015

UK/Nigeria presents West African Gaming Expo 2015

West African Gaming Expo 2015, WAGE 15 is now part of UK/Nigeria 2015–16, a major season of arts work in Nigeria aimed at building new audiences, creating new collaborations and strengthening relationships. Programmed in association with a host of partners, UK/Nigeria 2015–16 features more than 30 projects and more than 80 events in art, fashion,... Read More

October 27, 2015

‘I haven’t seen any movie worth doing in years’ – Genevieve Nnaji

Nollywood actress, Genevieve Nnaji has ascribed her infrequent acting to a lack of quality movie scripts in circulation. Genevieve says she needs to be drawn to a story before she can be able to bring the character to life. In a recent interview with Encomium magazine, the superstar actress said she hasn’t found any movie worth doing... Read More

October 27, 2015

Are you a Nigerian blogger? You must read this – Toni Kan

If you are a blogger or own a thriving website and your name is not Olisa Adibua, Linda Ikeji, Ayeni Adekunle or CKN, then chances are you are no more than 30 or 35 years old which means you may well be too young to know much about NITEL. NITEL was what we had before... Read More

October 24, 2015

A few wickedly hilarious memes on Wike’s sack

Rivers state governor, Nyesom Wike got the axe today and will have to re-apply for his job. The Rivers State Election Petition Tribunal nullified Wike’s election and ordered a re-run between him and Dakuku Peterside. And you know, the memes have to fall through: “@GloryDuke: That moment when Rotimi Amaechi hears #RiversTribunal has nullified Wike's... Read More

October 23, 2015

#DigitalJobsAt1: PIN celebrates first anniversary of her digital jobs project

Paradigm Initiative Nigeria marked the first year anniversary of her Digital Jobs project in Nigeria October 2nd, 2015. The event was focused on showcasing the milestones achieved by the project in the last one year of its existence, obtaining feedback from relevant stakeholders, and planning the next steps. In attendance was a representative from Rockefeller... Read More

October 23, 2015

#BBNWonderland: BellaNaija Weddings, Baileys Nigeria treat brides to a once in a lifetime experience

On October 10th, 2015, BellaNaija Weddings and Baileys Nigeria welcomed over 30 lucky brides-to-be to WONDERLAND! Inspired by the rich luxurious taste of Baileys, the love stories of BellaNaija Weddings and in anticipation of BellaNaija’s 10th Year Anniversary in 2016, WONDERLAND was conceptualized in partnership with Baileys Nigeria. After receiving hundreds of entries from all... Read More

October 23, 2015

THE YNAIJA TRACKLIST: Buhari is shy around women | Atiku says Buhari’s ministers will bring change | EFCC interrogates Moro again | More stories

Here are the winners and losers of the Amaechi ministerial screening. YNaija Presidency says Buhari is shy of women. This Day Atiku believes Buhari’s ministers will bring desired change. Leadership Buhari wants appointment confirmation of INEC chairman from senate. This Day Arase warns spy from wearing police uniform. Leadership 300 Ekiti students infected with cholera.... Read More

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October 22, 2015

Entries for Ken Saro Wiwa book review competition

The organisers of the Lagos Book and Art Festival have called for entries for reviews of any one of five works of Ken Saro Wiwa’s fiction and drama. The best review of either Sozaboy, A Forest of Flowers, Adaku and Other Stories, Prisoners of Jebs, or a joint review of Basi and Company and Transistor... Read More

October 21, 2015

Red Media Africa hosts undergraduates and Young Entrepreneurs on Day 3 of The Red Summit

It was a ‎convergence of mass communication students from 6 universities across Nigeria as well as a number of young entrepreneurs at the campus edition of The Red Summit and at the SME 100 Masterclass. The Masterclass was the third event organized as part of Red Media Africa’s 10th anniversary. It provided an opportunity for... Read More

October 21, 2015

Kelechi Amadi-Obi, Darren Black, others to speak at British Council’s Creative Hustle Event

As part of the UK/Nigeria 2015—16 season, the British Council is organizing a free workshop for fashion enthusiasts where they will learn about careers in fashion. The event, tagged “Fashion Value Chain and the Opportunities for Wealth”, brings together renowned experts in fashion who will be speaking to participants at the event. They include Kelechi... Read More

October 19, 2015

Court of Appeal adjourns judgement on Saraki’s case indefinitely

‎The case between Senate President, Bukola Saraki and the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) has been adjourned indefinitely by the Appeal Court, in Abuja. The registrar of the court had announced the decision on Monday, but failed to state the reason behind the indefinite adjournment. Saraki had urged the Appeal Court to halt his trial at the CCT over... Read More

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October 18, 2015

The thing with Amina – another Chibok story

She tries not to drag her feet in the sand, she really wants to but she keeps hearing her grandmothers voice, telling her how only lazy people drag their feet. Her scandals have been discolored by sand, it’s polished bright brown colour gone. A few more steps and she’ll be in the hostel after a... Read More

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October 13, 2015

SME100 Master class announces Media Master class powered by Red Media

The SME100 Media Master class is a gathering of media leaders, entrepreneurs, researchers, students, practitioners etc. across various media sectors in West Africa. This full day Master class, will feature facilitators sharing knowledge and information about running a media business in Nigeria, with emphasis on the opportunities, challenges and strategies especially in the peculiar Nigerian environment. The SME100 Media master class would... Read More

October 6, 2015

Caleb Okereke: This weight called Bride Price

Nne, You are not educated. The closest you’ve been to school is aiding your Mother in the shop where she sells drinks and were you let grizzled men pinch your behind as they bellow in excitement. You call it the School of the Wife because it is the school in which you learn how to... Read More

October 5, 2015

David Sanders, Louis Otieno, Binyavanga Wainaina lead pan-African speakers at The RED Summit

Kenyan author, journalist and winner of the Caine Prize for African Writing, Binyavanga Wainaina is leading other pan-African speakers to participate at the inaugural edition of The RED Summit holding in Lagos at the Harbour Point, Victoria Island, Lagos. The RED Summit holds on 15-18 October, in Lagos, Nigeria and will include a 2-day conference,... Read More

October 4, 2015

Maiduguri hit again by multiple bomb blasts

In what is becoming a rampant occurrence, there has been a fresh series of bombings in Maiduguri. Bomb blasts were reported in the Kayamla and Dalori areas of the state, on Sunday morning. More than 10 people are reported to have died from the explosions.

October 4, 2015

Opinion: Fani-Kayode’s Fatwa and his unfortunate call

The recent masturbation by Femi Fani-kayode on the abduction of Chief Olu Falae by Fulani herdsmen would pass as an intervention to none other than narrow-minded individuals whose organ of sight is confined to the two openings above the cheek; for the least sophisticated observer would read what he called “the herdsmen from hell” with... Read More

October 4, 2015

Femi Fani-Kayode: Why Fulani herdsmen should be banned from South-West

I support the call by Afenifere that all Fulani herdsmen should be banned from the south-west. Actually I believe that they should be banned from the entire south and not just the south west. I also stand by every word that I wrote in my widely published essay titled ”The Herdsmen From Hell”. This contribution... Read More

October 4, 2015

APC chieftains, senators reportedly meet over Saraki’s replacement

Leadership of the All Progressives Congress are said to have begun plans to replace the Senate President, Bukola Saraki. APC leaders have reportedly lined up some senators to take Saraki’s position, as a result of his ongoing trial at the Code of Conduct Tribunal. According to Sunday Sun, some Senators met with some APC chieftains at the... Read More

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