by Chi Ibe After dropping his first single; ‘Meet Me Outside’, Nigeria’s Biggy Zion is here with a new banger titled ‘Ja-lo-be’ . Click here to listen: ja lo be_2
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by Omonike Odi Last week, I was in Lagos and in true Las Gidi style; I had the experience of my life. I was totally out of my element; I rode on the back seat of an okada, and then took bus rides in very razz buses from scary bus stops. Yet surprise a la... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang Y! – the leading Nigerian youth culture brand – comprises of various platforms including a magazine (Y! Magazine), a television show (Y! TV), a radio show (Y! Radio), and a website (YNaija.com). Founded in August 2010, the Y! brand has quickly grown into a popular and reliable source of all things... Read More
by Ndidi Ekeh The 13th Lagos Books and Arts Festival took place at the Freedom Park, Broad Street Lagos on 18 to 20 November. This 3-day event organised by the Committee for Relevant Arts (CORA) was packed with activities including book readings, literary discussions, arts and crafts display, children’s art workshops, reading sessions, book exhibitions, live... Read More
by Seyi Lawal The new kids getting their music on in the Nigerian music sphere are the Ryders. Real names Nnodim Ezekiel and Akalazu Chukwuemeka, this Nigerian music pair comes from Owerri, Imo State. They went professional in 2009 and released their hit single ‘Mazamiganza’ which was well-received in the east and was among the... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche Nollywood royalty Patience Ozorkwo, Joke Silva and Alex Usifo join forces and talent in a new advocacy flick. ‘Victims of the Society is their new film produced by actor and film maker, Elvis Chuks. The movie holds a mirror to the effects of child abuse. It takes a holistic look at what happens... Read More
by Hauwa Gambo A huge opportunity has emerged for all the gamers out there especially those who dream of taking their passion from the couch to the boardroom. The Game Developers’ Contest will hold over the 3-day period of the expo (5 – 7 December). Game Competition Criteria Entries are only allowed from Nigerian game... Read More
by Hauwa Gambo AfriPRO Houston presents “Africa Rising,” 5th Annual Holiday Scholarship. The Awards and Gala will hold on Saturday 3 December, 2011 at the Stafford Convention Center. The single largest fundraise of AfriPRO Houston is organised to benefit a charity of choice that has made a positive impact on the continent of Africa. The... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche Vlisco fabrics recently launched a new collection called ‘Delicate Shades’ at the posh Protea Hotel, Ikeja. This is its first launch in Nigeria and it featured a collection from uber designer; Lanre Da-Silva Ajayi. We caught up with the jet-setting beauty at the show (our second in the quarter, just because we... Read More
Source: A24 Media The history of DRC has been one of war, terror and corruption. Ordinary citizens are poor, hungry and under-informed. The government is unable to provide decent education or health services. Women, men and children live in fear with violence a part of their daily lives. It is estimated that 48... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang The Christmas songs are now rushing in. This time it’s the talented Onos and Eric Arubayi who cook up this cool Yuletide tune titled ‘Silent Night’. Although the title of the song is familiar, this is not your usual embellished and fluid Silent Night. It cannot even be called a remix of... Read More
On Thursday, a Lagos High Court judge put an end, at least for a while, to the charade led by the National Drug Law and Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to pin a drug conviction on Babatunde Omidina, the indigenous-language comic actor popularly known as Baba Suwe. First, the court rescued him from the endless... Read More
Location: HICC Mainland Centre Start Time: 12:00:00 End Time: 15:20:00 Date: 3 December, 2011 How many times have you walked past a homeless person, or seen a child begging alms on the streets? Do you know that over a third of Nigeria’s population are classified as ‘rural poor’ and that by 2015, there will... Read More
Here every other day, you’ll find the latest jobs in Nigeria. Please Note: To apply for any of the jobs below, click on the job of your choice, Do not reply! Aviation Services Company recruiting in 9 Positions ST Mary’s Hospital Ikeja recruiting in 6 Positions NOBEL Medicals Ltd Recruiting Ikeja Based Hotel recruiting.... Read More
by Chi Ibe Adindu Linus Nnamdi popularly known as Lynox has just released the remix of Psquare’s Asampokoto song. At the end of this track Lynoz announces that the girls tell him he brings relaxation to their souls. Let’s hope he’s right… Ladies, there’s only one way to find out. We’ve got his music... Read More
by Chi Ibe Knighthouse’s Pop princess, Mo’Cheddah, drops a video for her chart-topping single ‘See Me’ featuring Phenom. In its first week of release, this track has become the radio DJ’s go to song. ‘See Me’ is the first single off her upcoming sophomore album. So far not much has been revealed about the album rumoured... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche Following up on YNaija’s report earlier this week, all roads lead to the Sleek Symphony of Style grand finale on Sunday 27, November at Harbour Point, Victoria Island by 5pm. One fabulous model will be crowned the ‘’Face of Sleek 2011’’ and her life will be changed forever. We know that for... Read More
by Seyi Lawal Reports reaching YNaija can confirm that the Ikemba of Nnewi and Biafran warlord Dim Chukwuma Odimegwu Ojukwu is dead. He passed on late last night at Hammers-field hospital London where he was transferred to from the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital Enugu after suffering from a fatal stroke. He was 78 years old. The leader of the All... Read More
by Seyi Lawal It’s that time of the year when Christmas carols go up in the air. But Tflava’s new release is not just a carol, it’s a Christmas hit. Following up on the successful release of his 1st 2 singles “How Low”... Read More
Yomi Kazeem Nna mehn! This Abia NYSC camp thing is not a bed of roses. Being far away from civilisation, decent food and luxury- no matter how minute it would have been, is not easy. A typical day begins with the blast of a soldier’s whistle and it ends with that same whistle. The military... Read More
by Ndidi Ekeh I try to never forget my first time… … how nervous I was when I first started thinking about getting a tattoo. I had finished with secondary school and had been saving to get a mark for the new chapter. Like most enthusiast, I had worked hard for my money and... Read More
by Seyi Lawal Storm Records and Naeto C’s official DJ, Int’l DJ Neptune is back with 80 minutes of non-stop Naija Mix. This is Volume 8 of the ‘Let’s Party Naija Mixtape Series by DJ Neptune’ featuring the very best of the Urban Nigerian Superstars. Nuff Said! This is where the... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche Clearly, this is no Harry Porter. The first part of the fourth film in the Twilight saga, based on author Stephanie Meyer’s series of bestselling novels, was released last weekend. While ‘Breaking Dawn Part 1’ conquered the box-office with a $135million opening weekend gross, critical reception begged to differ. Here are some... Read More
by Chi Ibe Swe Bar & Lounge is party central for artistes this weekend in Lagos. Tagged “An evening with the troubadours @ Swe,” the cool joint in conjunction with XMEDIA will play host to Nigeria’s music royalty. The gig which kicks off at 9pm on Saturday, 26 November, will feature Davido, Praiz, Cupa Stonce... Read More
By Rachel Ogbu If you’re a student with a creative eye and you’re reading this, then you’ve come into some luck! The British Council’s presenting its first Creative Industries Expo in December and is looking for aspiring, emerging or established professionals in any of these creative industries – Advertising, Architecture, Art, Crafts, Design, Fashion, Film,... Read More
By Eddie Madaki Friday: It’s TGIF but I’ll have to sleep in tonight only because I have an amazing line up this weekend. I want to be fresh for all the goodness Saturday and Sunday has to offer. Hmn…Let’s see, what shall I start off with…? Saturday: I guess I’ll hit the first ever... Read More
by Chi Ibe In celebrating excellence and achievement in Africa, six Nigerian developmental organisations are set to host Leymah Gbowee, 2011 Nobel Prize Winner, on 2 December. GOTNI, African Women Development (AWDF), WIPSEN Africa, International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), Women in Management and Business (WIMBIZ), African Women and Youth Development are coming together next... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche As YNaija reported from the courthouse yesterday, popular actor Baba Suwe (Babatunde Omidina) was awarded the sum of N25million naira by a judge sitting at the Ikeja High Court as damages for his unlawful arrest and detention by officials of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) on the suspicion of ingesting... Read More
by ‘ Ifreke Inyang [@Ifreke] When you hear someone say, “Twitter keeps me company when I’m in traffic”, then obviously that Nigerian isn’t following @Gidi_Traffic. When you want up to speed, real-time updates on which routes are free and where there’s been traffic for days – especially in Lagos – this is go-to guy. YNaija... Read More
Here every other day, you’ll find the latest jobs in Nigeria. Please Note: To apply for any of the jobs below, click on the job of your choice, Do not reply! Leading Oil, Gas and Power Service Provider recruiting Graduate Vacancies in New Generation Bank Group of 4 Engineering firms in Otta... Read More
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