Akintunde Oyebode: Governor Rotimi Amaechi and the trouble with Nigeria (YNaija Frontpage)

#InCaseYouMissedIt: Court orders Raymond Dokpesi to pay N7.5 billion to Fidelity Bank

by Lekan Olanrewaju A Federal High court in Lagos on Monday ordered Chief Raymond Dokpesi, owner of Daar Communications Plc to pay the sum of N7.5bn to Fidelity Bank Plc. The bank filed a suit against Dokpesi and his company seeking the recovery of outstanding debts to the tune of N7,524,772.25, said to be repayment of a loan granted the... Read More

AIT, Fidelity Bank, Raymond Dokpesi, Raypower

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Calling for Participants – Abuja’s first make-up fair holds in May

by Chi Ibe On 5 May, 2012, POPS Concepts will host the first Abuja MakeUp Fair (AMUF). The Abuja MakeUp fair which is designed to give makeup professionals a great platform will also give visitors a unique opportunity to meet and interact with makeup brand companies, representatives of makeup brands, makeup artists, photographers, spa owners,... Read More

Dancing in the (golden) sun – Photos from the weekend’s Olmeca party

by Seyi Lawal The Lagos party set enjoyed a night of networking last Saturday, along with great music from DJ Sose, cocktails and the Olmeca Golden Sun experience at Jay Jay Okocha’s Club 10, Saka Tinubu St, Victoria Island. Celebrities and popular personalities like Olisa Adibua, Dipp, DJ Caise, W4, Nigga Raw, ShowDemCamp and many more had a great time from about 10pm... Read More

events, Omelca

Patricia Omoqui: 5 Proven ways to increase your shine and success

You want darkness? Then focus on the negative. However, if you want more light, find all the positives you can. For some reason, too many of us have concluded there is something wrong with us. We lose sight of the precious, powerful fire of life burning within. This light flashes out occasionally as we talk... Read More

Patricia Omoqui, Self Help, Success

#InCaseYouMissedIt: Get ready, Lagos! 238 days of rainfall expected to begin this month

by Lekan Olanrewaju Amidst the heatwave currently hitting the state, the Lagos State Government on Wednesday said that the state would be experiencing a rainy season of between 234 and 238 days. Speaking at the presentation of this year’s rainfall predictions by Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NIMET, the Lagos state commissioner for environment, Mr Tunji Bello... Read More

environment, lagos state, Rainfall

Opinion: The 8 types of women you should never date (Never!)

by Jide Taiwo It certainly feels like male-bashing season. Every other day there’s a new blog post, or article, or snide tweet admonishing women not to date this type of guy or why that type of guy is wrong for them. The way these women carry on, one would think all men were either a cold... Read More

Thought Couture

Of Veterans & Our ‘Oriki’ Mentality: Airtime reviews Star Quest, Nigerian Idol and The Valley

by Onoshe Nwabuikwu ‘Why are we so Blest?’ (1972) is the title of a book by Ayi Kwei Armah but it best expresses what I’m feeling right now. I have had many a “What is this world coming to?” conversations with friends, a close friend called Kaine in particular, and those conversations usually begin with either, “Did you watch programme X... Read More

Airtime, Onoshe Nwabuikwu, Television

Japheth Omojuwa: Senegal and the middle finger effect (YNaija Frontpage)

As our agitations for a better country get more of us to speak out and stand up, we must not forget that it is a battle that will not be won by protests, tweets or articles… The elections in Senegal have come but they are not gone. They will remain in the minds of... Read More

Abdoluaye Wade, Macky Sall, senegal, vote

Photo of the day: How to win a war? Point and kill!

by Lekan Olanrewaju Well, what do you know? Looks like all it takes to get rid of an enemy is pointing a finger in their direction and condemning them to a fate filled with destruction. And here we were thinking that was a technique only used in selecting what catfish you had selected to be turned into a tasty... Read More

Don’t you dare: Britain warns Nigeria over threat to ban British airlines

by Lekan Olanrewaju The Nigerian Government had earlier this week issued an ultimatum to British Airways and Virgin Atlantic regarding fares. Nigeria’s Aviation Minister, Stella Oduah, had over the weekend given the airlines 30 days to adjust its fares to reflect equity with other prevailing fares in West Africa, or face a ban. “We are seriously... Read More

Britain, British Airways, nigeria, Virgin Atlantic

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$37.5 billion: Nigeria’s foreign reserves rise by 7 percent

by Lekan Olanrewaju According to information on the CBN website, Nigeria’s foreign exchange reserves have risen by seven percent to $37.534 billion. The bank has stated that one of its key aims is to shore up reserves to protect against shocks. The figure is up from $34.9 billion on March 19 and from $34.8 billion last... Read More

CBN, Foreign Reserves, Forex

March 27, 2012

Iyinoluwa Aboyeji: The People’s Conglomerate – “Let me tell you the story of a small community in Kenya…”

“The way we run shit See we’re kind of like the government, So just repect my conglomerate” -Busta Rhymes Conglomerate As many of you who read this column may or may not know, as a Libertarian, I have a philosophically deep opposition to the idea of government. Time and again, I... Read More

March 27, 2012

“Is there really Boko Haram?” – Ayo Oritsejafor speaks against dialogue with sect

by Lekan Olanrewaju The President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor has spoken out against proposed dialogues by the government with the Boko Haram sect. Speaking in Kaduna at the 46th Convention of the United Church of Christ in Nigeria, Oritsejafor warned of the consequences of discussing with the sect: “Who... Read More

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March 27, 2012

YNaija Editorial: Nigeria, you have a love letter from Senegal

The result of his bid to override the bid of the people – in a country that has seen neither military nor constitutional coups – is but a diminished image, as well as street celebrities following the announcement of his defeat. The praise is rushing in, and the pride spreads across Africa; as once again... Read More

nigeria, senegal, YNaija Editorial

The powerful come out to play at the launch of ‘Segun Osoba’s ‘The Newspaper Years’ – See Photos!

Pictures by Hycinth Iyereosa What: ‘Segun Osoba Biography (The Newspaper Years) Book Launch Where: Muson Centre, Onikan, Lagos. When: 22 March, 2012

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Arunma Oteh, PETA, satire, Securities and Exchange Commission

New Power Excuses Committee! All in last week’s news… with a pinch of salt

by Stanley Azuakola MTN to give call credits to politicians who’ve lost their credibility. PETA sues Oteh The last hasn’t been heard about that dinner bill incurred by the Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Ms Arunma Oteh, at the Transcorp Hotel. A group, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has sued Ms... Read More

Technology 101: Don’t have time to blog? Here’s how to draft a post in 15 Minutes

by Oluwatobi Soyombo Just keep writing everything that comes to your mind. This is how many popular bloggers today draft their posts within 15 – 60 minutes. So, you’ve always wanted to own a blog but you’ve been limited by that one reason why many others have refused to start blogging -TIME. Time, Time Time! Of course,... Read More

blogging, Technology 101

Femke to Funke: “Oyibo, Oyibo!” – Best enjoyed at night!

It gets better! YNaija introduces you to Dutch writer and journalist, Femke van Zeijl who has been traveling across sub-Saharan Africa for about 10 years. Now she trades her, um, nomadic existence for a permanent position in the city of Lagos, Nigeria. Follow Femke’s journeys through her new life in Africa’s most populous country. The... Read More

Agege, blog, Oyibo, Travel

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Nigeria’s Mark Zuckerberg? Students Circle creator set to launch online university

by Lekan Olanrewaju Ever heard of the guy tech-heads are calling Nigeria’s Mark Zuckerberg? No? Well, he’s a Nigerian entrepreneur who is changing the way students in Africa receive education through online resources. 23 years old Gossy Ukanwoke has created the Students Circle Network, an academic social network platform and also plans to launch an online university for... Read More

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Tolu Ogunlesi: “Okonjo-Iweala for President” (YNaija Frontpage)

What are you up to this time? I’ve seen you making frantic phone calls and generally appearing busy Oh boy, tings are happening. Campaign don start o Campaign? Isn’t 2015 a bit too far away at this point? Who’s talking 2015? We’re talking 2012 Sah! Iweala for President Huh? As usual you’re to be found... Read More

Photo of the Day: There’s a L(app) for that! See how this young lady wrote her exams

by Lekan Olanrewaju Sent in by a reader. The “jambite” above was pictured at the Joint Admission Matriculation Examination (colloquially called ‘JAMB’) displaying quite the creative method to ensure she doesn’t fail the examination. Let’s look at this photo for one moment, there are some things wrong with it? First, that paper is too big, havent you heard of... Read More

Examination Malpractice, JAMB, Photo

“They bombed all the classes!” – New York Times Report: Islamists target Nigerian schools

A New York Times article published today trails extremist sect, Boko Haram’s “sinister” new target – schools. See excerpts below, as written by Adam Nossiter: The insurgent violence stalking northern Nigeria has struck a long list of official targets, killing police and army officers, elected officials, high-ranking civil servants, United Nations workers and other perceived... Read More

Bishop Oyedepo, Dominion Air, private jets

SaharaReporters: $1000-dollar-per-hour parking fee and other costs for maintaining jets forced Bishop Oyedepo to launch airline

by Hauwa Gambo SaharaReporters.com, in an investigation, is reporting that the running costs for the aircraft under the control of Winner’s Chapel leader, Bishop David Oyedepo led to the decision to launch the airline ‘Dominion Air’. According to them, sources indicate that this was the fallback option, when attempts to sell off the aircraft were... Read More

New Video: Iyanya presents ‘Kukere’

by Wilfred Okiche Former MTN Project fame West Africa winner, Iyanya has put out the video for his single, ‘Kukere’. The video was directed by Patrick Ellis and features for a change, video vixens with some flesh on their bones. Be warned though, you may fall in love with the exotic dance moves. Watch here:

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Joy Bewaji, Love & Relationships, Thought Couture

Thought Couture: 5 places to visit before dating that guy

by Joy Isi Bewaji Not the “native doctor”, silly! Come on! Lol! So, you have found “the one”, huh? He was at that party, you lifted your dress a little to show off your thighs the minute he walked passed. He looked back, liked what he saw; told the waiter to send a bottle to your... Read More

No electricity, bad road? I’ll take a Porsche with that! Luxury brands target Nigeria’s wealthy elite

by Seyi Lawal By 2020, Nigeria’s commercial capital Lagos, along with four other of Africa’s largest cities, will each have consumer spending of $25 billion or more. That’s comparable to spending in India’s business hub of Mumbai, according to a McKinsey & Co. report. According to the Associated Press, the reason for this is that... Read More

Business, Luxury brands, Porsche