Runway Abuja Hosted by Denrele Edun and Big Brother Africa’s Vina Date: Friday 11th November 2011 Time: 6 PM Venue: This Day Dome, Abuja Ticket Price: Gallery N3500 | Regular N 5000 | VIP N 20,000 | Table For 8 N150,000 Contact: For more info, general enquiries and tickets Call 08030822698 | 08123912124 | Follow... Read More
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by ‘Ifreke Inyang Nigeria’s hottest pop act, Dbanj was nowhere to be found at the 2011 Channel O Music Video Awards, perhaps confirming reports that he had turned back from the airport after discovering he was booked in Economy, but still Nigeria had a fine day out at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg. The... Read More
By Tolu Ogunlesi Title: Open City Author: Teju Cole Publisher: Faber and Faber Ltd, UK (2011) Pages: 259 Category: Fiction “AND SO when I began to go on evening walks last fall, I found Morningside Heights an easy place from which to set out into the city,” declares Julius, a young German-Nigerian psychiatrist, and... Read More
by StyleEYE Where ever there is a red carpet, the Style Police panel will always gather. This week we go off on premiere of The Return Of Jenifa. From Funke Akindele herself to Rita Dominic, we give you the worst and best of the much awaited movie. This week’s Panel Ms Bell – Fashion photographer Dayo Ephraim – Celebrity... Read More
New track coming from the headquaters of producer/singer Domin8, brings together a crop of the finest rappers around. The song titled “Wat U Feeling Like” features Abuja’s finest “Magnito”, fire spitting “Steaze” and Unilag’s best kept secret “C-Jay” all delivering nice rhymes with their master delivery and punch lines. This song is produced by Domin8... Read More
abisonaspeaks…my reality…Nigerian Idols…what they wore: The variety this year is quite impressive-the cuties, the hotties and boy can they sing. They only thing more we needed to find out was if they could give a 5 star paparazzi pose…and they delivered on a high note.
by “Ifreke Inyang England will square up against Spain in a friendly match at the Wembley stadium tomorrow. Once again, the Spaniards would emerge victorious. It is really that predictable. However, the last time they both met in a game the story was different. It was the European Championships in 1996, England managed to eliminate Spain on... Read More
by Yemi Olowu Edo Business Connect 2011 is the first of its kind to take place in Edo State. The event aims to create awareness of Edo State’s vast natural and mineral resources, as well as showcase its opportunities and talents. The sponsored event would hold between Friday 11th – Saturday 12th November 2011 at the... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang Darey’s Double dare album is one we are totally loving at the moment. Over and over again he continues to prove his ability to wow the crowd and put on a great show by working very hard for his gigs. He’s still got the swagger and the star quality that makes him adorable. Once more, Darey Art... Read More
by Yemi Olowu Nigeria Idol judge, Jeffrey Daniel recently led one of Soul’s biggest groups ever, the Shalamar, in a reunion concert at the O2 arena. The well attended event took place on the 29th of October in London. Joining him on stage was original member of Shalamar- Howard Hewett and the group’s newest member, Carolyn Griffey who happens... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang The jury has spoken, the fans had their say, the media reported, now lets see things from another angle. #MichaelJacksonTrial: Doctors have their say We watched with keen interest when the trial of Michael Jackson’s Doctor began. On the Internet; twitter, facebook and in office reception halls turned into mini-courts, we heard... Read More
by Yemi Olowu Michael Jackson’s doctor Conrad Murray was found guilty on November 7, 2011 of involuntary manslaughter over the death of the King of Pop in 2009. The six-week trial took place in Los Angeles, southern California and there was reports of people crying in the courtroom, while MJ fans were cheering outside. Dr Murray himself gave no reaction when... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang A recent update on the Wale Ajani SSS custody can confirm that the youth council leader has been released. “I was officially released yesterday around 11pm, but I came home this morning as I didn’t have access to my phones,” he said in a telephone conversation with YNaija. Ajani who is planning a... Read More
by Onyeka Nwelue Over the years, I have followed the growth of Nigeria’s music industry. In that span, I have also tried to understand its failings. I know there is no structure in place, even though they pretend there is, it’s all part of the act they put up. The musicians in the industry live... Read More
Nigerian Idol judge, Charly Boy, takes on new project by Hauwa Gambo Staying true to his label as Area Fada, Charles ‘Charly Boy’ Oputa took to the streets early October in search of his very own street idol. As expected, there was a massive crowd waiting to be auditioned. It was made up of the... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang Highlife sensation, Flavour, has released a tribute video for the single, Iwe. The dedicated track for his friend, Obiajulu Nwaozor, popularly known as MC Loph started with a moving scence where Favour lights a candle. He goes on to sing in his native Igbo dialect. Although a lot of people might not... Read More
By Rachel Ogbu The build up to the Oscars show next year is already littered with scandals as host, Eddie Murphy drops out after an uproar over Brett Ratner’s gay slur at ‘Tower Heist’ screening. Murphy bailed out of hosting the Academy Awards a day after his producer and friend, Brett Ratner was shamed into... Read More
By Hauwa Gambo The latest edition of One Mic’s independence show took place at the swanky Browns Cafe in GRA Ikeja, Lagos and recorded an even bigger turn out than it had ever had before. Fans and people ready for a laugh came out... Read More
Sports medicine expert and consultant, 2010 FIFA World Cup speaks to YNaija. Excerpts: How and when did you decide to pursue a career in Sports medicine? During my first year of clinical school at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, it immediately hit me that the life of a clinician gave little room for experimenting. This... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang Earlier today, we reported that Wale Ajani was picked up by men of the SSS. In a statement following the arrest, Wale Salami on behalf of the The Coalition against Fuel Subsidy Removal wrote: “Apparently in a bid to halt the momentum gained by the ‘National Hunger Strike’ of Friday in Abuja, the State Security... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang Mohammed Ali was most famous for bragging. He would intimidate his opponents and say, “I fly like a butterfly and sting like a bee.” But when he faced Joe Fraizer, aka Somokin Joe, the tables turned as Fraizer taunted Ali. Frazier famously wrote of Ali in his autobiography: “A white lawyer kept him out of jail. And... Read More
by Ifreke Inyang On November 11, 2011, Wale Ajani plans to stage a huge campaign by encouraging young people to stay away from food that day. This course of action is going to be taken as a protest showing disapproval with government’s recent plans to remove the fuel subsidy. He spoke to us briefly about it. 1.... Read More
By Kiki O. “I take certain risks yet it still falls within the precincts of convention.” The first time I fell in love, I was twelve and the girl, she was twelve too. I loved the hell out of her. I could do anything for her and I did. She was charismatic, very pretty and... Read More
by Kayito Nwokedi From the moment the first model walked out wearing a black linen shift dress, it was obvious this collection was going down the ethic African route, though, thankfully, we weren’t served a dish of costumes. The first piece showed promise, however the designs that followed failed to reflect the fun, creative and energetic... Read More
By Rachel Ogbu US rapper and international hip-hop superstar, Heavy D is dead. The 44-year-old passed away on Tuesday afternoon, November 8, after falling at his Beverly Hills home, according to media reports. News breaking from the TMZ.com website said that Heavy D was found yesterday on the floor and an ambulance was called. He was... Read More
by Yemi Olowu The much awaited extended play (EP) release from budding female rapper, Eva Alordiah, containing her first body of work titled ‘The GIGO EP’ drops this November on the 20th putting her at par with co-star rappers who have also released their works in various sizes from EPs to full albums. The EP is a collection of seven... Read More
by Yemi Olowu Former band member of the afro pop group, Da Natives, A’JAY Prestige, has released not one but two new singles. Following the successful release of his first single, “Forever and ever” in June 2011, Ajay dropped two new smash hits last week titled “Na Gode” and “Can’t get enough”. Since leaving Da Natives,... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang On the last episode of Rubbin’ Minds, the topic of discussion was ‘Oil stains’. Few weeks ago, the Federal Government announced their plans to remove fuel subsidy and called for a deregulation of the oil sector. This they claimed would save more money to carry out projects... Read More
by Rachel Ogbu It was a spectacular showcase of talents as one of Nigeria’s biggest music reality show; Nigerian Idol, held its final Season II auditions at the Dream Studios in Lagos. From Friday November 4 to Sunday November 6, thousands of young hopefuls trooped in to take a shot at being the next Nigerian Idol.... Read More
Tunde David, a young Nigerian is fast becoming a force to be reckoned with as he takes on the world of management consulting. In this interview, the front man of YGC Africa speaks on starting up, challenges and expanding his organisation across Africa. Excerpts: by ‘Ifreke Inyang What exactly are you into? My present call is... Read More
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