by Sola Fasasi There was a collective cheer in the homes of Nigerians as Uti Nwachukwu was announced as the winner of Big Brother Africa All Stars and the $200,000 Grand Prize. This was no mean feat. Uti contended with the best from previous BBA seasons to emerge as the number one Big Brother All... Read More
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Ifreke Inyang [@ifreke] MONDAY: It’s 11th of October, 2010, the day after the famous 10/10/10. “Good morning world. May dis week be a 10/10 week for everyone of you.” @deejayneptune tweeted irrespective of the change in date. On this date, about sixteen years ago, @da_weirdmc01 lost her mother and was in a reflective mood. “2day,... Read More
Y! TV is getting some young Nigerians making change across the world, and especially in Nigeria to share ideas on what we can do on large and small scales to make change happen in our country. The three guests work in charity, health and education. Chizoba Imoka, who is based outside of Nigeria but deeply... Read More
Event Hotlist ———— FRIDAY: *Cinema Lagos *Mixer at Reeds Bar *Bishops Cottage Family Dinner SATURDAY: *Jazz Brunch with The Diamond Band *Fela: This Bitch of a life *7 Up ‘Rock Da Hall’ Concert *Taruwa Kaduna & The Future Awards Town Hall SUNDAY: *Alternative Sunday *Theatre @ Terra: Monologues!! *Teni and the Afro-Renaissance at Felabration *... Read More
by Onyeka Nwelue Naija Sings debut winner, 19 year-old JON OGAH opens up to ONYEKA NWELUE in this exclusive interview. On August 23 this year, Jon Ogah turned 19. There are a lot of things he’s free to do now since he’s an adult – drink, smoke and have sex without the supervision of his... Read More
by Hadiza Duncan It is with deep sadness and a sense of bittersweet regret that I board a plane out of Madrid for the last time, at least for now! Let me start with the things I will not miss… I will not miss seeing some of my fellow Nigerians and having to avoid them... Read More
by Ore Fakorede 1. Like A Bottle – Shina Peters, Nneka, M.I, Bez & Ice Prince Released as a promotional track for the upcoming second edition of the Hennessy Artistry Nigeria music contest, the Kas-produced Like a Bottle is a mash-up of genres that fails to hit the bull’s eye. With the collaborators oscillating from... Read More
by Chinelo Ibeziako A few months ago Tito Da. Fire released his single, Graduation Day. Now, in collaboration with two Questionmark Entertainment signed artists, Ego Omalicha and Harrysong, he presents the song’s remix. Speaking of the remix of Graduation Day, on-air personality, singer and producer Tito Da. Fire said: “Harrysong brought the energy on the... Read More
by Kay Omar I love Lagos traffic, and I hate people who complain about them. Where are you hurrying to by the way? And anyway, y’all who complain about it are the ones who cause it in the first place. You’ll see cars coming from all corners at a junction and not one of them... Read More
by Sola Fasasi It is no news that the majority of Nigerian children lack access to quality basic education. More saddening is the fact that many desire it, but simply cannot afford basic educational materials such as books, stationery and school wear. Project Back to School (an Olamild Ent. Initiative) has identified this gap, and... Read More
by Chinelo Ibeziako Come the 27th of December 2010, all roads leads to the city of Warri, in what has been tagged to be “the most memorable Christmas ever”, as Chrome Entertainment brings forth ‘The Fuse’, a concert featuring Tuface, M.I, J Martins and a host of others. Chrome Entertainment, which is made of a... Read More
Nigeria’s very own Bright Okpocha aka Basketmouth – dubbed as the ‘king of comedy’ in some parts, will take his hit comedy show – ‘Basketmouth Uncesored’ to Ukraine from the 22nd to the 24th of October, 2010. The event, which comes courtesy of H One Entertainment and is supported by Tripz magazine and Rave magazine... Read More
by Oyesola Oyebanji Sola’s question was published in Tribune newspaper on Tuesday, 5th October 2010 in Mr. Lanre Oyetade’s financial column.’ 16 year old wins N70, 000 Dear Lanre, I am a young guy of 16. I just won N70, 000 in a promo. Please I need your advice on how to use this money... Read More
by Temilolu Odunayo What’s it with the heavy pressure on young Nigerian women to get married? I refuse to succumb! I initially brought this up question as a Facebook status update. I must admit, the pressure was getting to me! A few months ago I was feeling young and happy to be a graduate with... Read More
by EN Naija Sings Season 1 ended last year with Jon from the Abuja region carting away the grand prize of $100,000 (yup, that’s a truck load of money!) His single, Gbedu featuring Sasha, is a nice party jam, and the music video was hot too. So when the call for entries for Season 2... Read More
by Ayomide Oke “So what do you intend to do while you’re in South Africa? Are you planning to overstay your visa? How much money did you bring along?” These were some of the questions being asked of a young man in front of me as we stood on the queue, waiting to pass through... Read More
by Bunmi Babs A while ago, en route to one of my favorite destinations, I caught the fancy of Zik. He was ‘not my type’ – normally I would never have given him the time of day – so I turned him down. Little did I know that I would spend the next eight months... Read More
by ‘Damilola Oyedele The WOW guys are Babatunde Aka-Bashorun and Mark Alastair Slade, the founders of World of Web (WOW) Design Nigeria and UK. They talk about work, life and what gives them the ‘WOW’ factor. Educational background Tunde: International School, Lagos and University of Lagos, B.Sc Civil Engineering, Mark: St Laurence School, Bradford on... Read More
by Chinelo Ibeziako “When the show begins to air in November, our fans should expect to see two hosts,” said Adaora Mbelu, Communications Manager of Optima Media Group, licensees of the Idols franchise in Nigeria. Anis Holloway, a Sierra Leone born singer will come on board Nigerian Idol as co-host of the show. He will... Read More
by Sola Fasasi Who would have thought we could make musicals? Nollywood keeps getting better and better, and the new movie, Inale is proof that much better things lie ahead in the movie industry. Directed by veteran Jeta Amata, and produced by Keke Ikwue, Inale, the first musical to be made in Nigeria features the... Read More
by Aninoritse Odeli-Serrano Another long and bitter winter seems to be waiting ahead. Oh, such gloomy weather looms. Grrrggghh!! This girl is not smiling o, in fact let me see what warm country will take me. Trinidad & Tobago? Ghana? Brazil? USA (the sunny parts) or good old Naija? Don’t worry, I shall let you... Read More
by Sola Fasasi There’s a new blog on the block, and it’s much more than a blog! If you’re stressed out, and in need of a break or a re-energiser, have no fear for The Fairy Godsister is here! Whoosh…she waves her wand and gives you a reason to laugh. Her advise: “Get a drink... Read More
by ‘Damilola Oyedele Funbi’s story is a budding fairy tale. As a teenager, he was nicknamed ‘Shakespeare’ because of the numerous love poems he wrote after being rejected by his high school crush. With the help of a classmate, Silver Scott, these poems were turned into songs, and thus began the journey of Funbi the... Read More
by Sola Fasasi This year, the first ever EniObanke Music Festival (EMUfest) will hold in Nigeria. EMUfest is a platform for “authentic folk and roots music from across Africa and the World; celebrates diverse cultures through support for traditional multi-arts (various artistic disciplines); and creates a platform for free expression of artistic talent and initiatives,”... Read More
by Ekene Okwuegbunam On the 1st of October, Mango – the Spanish fashion line that has the Latin beauty, Penelope Cruz, as one of its faces – held a no-holds-barred shopping experience, offering amazing one-time discounts on all items in stock. The venue of the event was Mango’s outlet at Lagos’ glitziest mall, The Palms,... Read More
by Glory Enyinnaya One of the tips for a healthy financial life is to have an annual check-up. Similar to a health check, a financial check-up should be done on an annual basis to make sure your financial portfolio is healthy, trim the fat out of your budget, and make the most of your investments.... Read More
by Ekene Okwuegbunam As guests arrived at the Coral Hall on Idowu Martins, Victoria Island, strutting on the purple carpet, photographers and television anchors swarmed upon them. The were welcomed with the usual clicks and flashes of the cameras, and chitchat from the anchors. TW Magazine was 3, and it was time to celebrate! The... Read More
by Onyeka Nwelue Editor’s Note: These opinions are Nwelue’s opinions strictly. YNaija.com does not share this opinion in any way even though it sees itself as a marketplace for all ideas. I’ve never understood the Concept of God. It is amusing and at once, charming. I’m awed at anyone who came up with such School... Read More
by Chinelo Ibeziako Last week, we showed you behind-the-scenes photos from the making of the Jealous Me video, the first single off Emphirical’s debut album, titled Stop and Stare. The duo, who are signed to Vype Records, officially released their first video today! Voila, the official Jealous Me video: It was was shot in London... Read More
by Emmanuel Osanedum At a grand ceremony held at the Zinnia Hall of the Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, the Nigeria LNG presented the winner of the 7th edition of the Nigeria Prize for Literature. Last year, in a controversial move, the judging Literatur committee announced a shortlist of 12 last year, but... Read More
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