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October 25, 2016

Farooq Kperogi: “Outrightly,” “Faithfuls,” “Graduands”: Q and A on Nigerian English and learner Errors

by Farooq Kperogi Over the past few days, I was dragged into many online arguments about the grammatical correctness of certain popular Nigerian English expressions. My responses to these conversations form the core of today’s column. Is the word “outrightly” an illegitimate word even though some online dictionaries have an entry for it? Why don’t... Read More
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October 25, 2016

Cross River governor appoints 1,106 advisers in one day

Cross River Governor Prof. Ben Ayade on Tuesday appointed 1,106 persons to fill various positions, The Punch reports. The appointments would take effect from November 1, 2016, according to a statement issued by the Senior Special Assistant on Media and Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr. Christian Ita. 799 persons were appointed into various boards, commissions... Read More
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October 25, 2016

YNaija Analysis: What’s the difference between the leadership records of Obasanjo and Tinubu?

In a recent interview with PUNCH, Ayo Fayose was very clear about his views on Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Olusegun Obasanjo. About Tinubu, he said this: Even, if I don’t like Asiwaju, he has attained an enviable height in his political endeavours. He has done so well economically. He has led his people to wherever... Read More
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October 25, 2016

Pringles are for more than just eating

American television writer and producer, Jane Espenson, has taken her creativity to more fascinating heights, and we are in awe. https://twitter.com/JaneEspenson/status/790579416594132992 Don't try to tell us you weren't thinking this @JaneEspenson – a gateway to a universe of crunchy, salty goodness! pic.twitter.com/8MhWKq1Kr9 — Jason McDermott (@BioDataGanache) October 24, 2016 Reminds me a little of the... Read More
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October 25, 2016

B’Haram collaborators: 2 officers, 2 soldiers and 2 policemen arrested – Army

The Nigerian Army on Tuesday said it had arrested 9 additional saboteurs and collaborators in the ongoing war against terrorism. In a statement by Army spokesman Colonel Sani Usman, among the arrested collaborators are 2 officers, 2 soldiers and 2 policemen. The statement read, “Please be informed the ongoing investigation on suspected Boko Haram terrorists... Read More
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October 25, 2016

The Thread: “I just blocked GEJ” and other TwitterNG reactions to ex-president Jonathan’s speech

Former President of Nigeria, Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, was yesterday at Oxford University in the UK to deliver a speech on the promotion of youth entrepreneurship. As expected, his speech garnered a flurry of reactions from Nigerians. See below: That GEJ was invited to lecture at Oxford Uni while Buhari cannot get an invite to speak at Cambridge... Read More
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October 25, 2016

The Sexuality Blog: Nigerian menswear designers and the so-called ‘gay agenda’

A journalist walked up to me recently and asked if I had noticed how Nigerian male designers were boldly throwing taboo to the wind. Taboo? Hmm… I mean they are definitely reaching places never threaded before and are thinking outside the box but I’m not sure I will describe that as “throwing taboos to the... Read More
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October 25, 2016

Niger Delta Avengers blow up Chevron export pipeline

The Niger Delta Avengers (NDA) on Tuesday destroyed an export line belonging to Chevron Nigeria Limited at Escravos in the Warri South West Council Area of Delta State. The attack reportedly happened on Tuesday morning at about 3:45am. The militant group claimed responsibility for the attack in a statement by its spokesman, Mudoch Agbinibo. The NDA asked... Read More
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October 25, 2016

Wizkid is back on top! | Here are 5 takeaways from the 2016 MAMAs

by Sola Fasasi Another MAMAs has come and gone. It is, easily, the continent’s biggest music festival – and as always, it captured the attention of young Africans (or at least those of them in Ghana and South Africa). Here are 5 takeaways from the successful (by many standards, at least) hosting of the MTV... Read More
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October 25, 2016

Wizkid is back on top! | 5 takeaways from the MAMA awards in Johannesburg

Another MAMAs has come and gone. Here are 5 takeaways from the event. Wizkid back on top: Remember when Wizkid was in a battle with Davido and Olamide for supremacy in Nigeria’s music space? Me neither. This year, quality collaborations with Drake on ‘One Dance’ –  which later became the most streamed song of all... Read More
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October 25, 2016

TFESS presents ‘Making the sales’ entrepreneurship masterclass

The Future Enterprise Support Scheme (TFESS) presents a masterclass on “Making the Sales”. Making the sales simply is the act of selling something: the exchange of goods, services, or property for money. As an entrepreneur, making sales has become a very important issue as sales generate revenue. Running a business in Nigeria may be difficult... Read More
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October 25, 2016

‘I have always had a passion for the Nigerian fashion industry’ | Lady Boss, Kene Rapu answers #LLA10Questions

Our lady boss today, Kene Rapu, is a young woman determined to play a part in the growth of the Nigerian fashion industry. Her great love for fashion inspired her to begin the eponymous footwear brand, Kene Rapu which has grown into a recognizable brand since it was launched five years ago. Kene Rapu shares... Read More
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October 25, 2016

Day 8: Countdown to Aisha Buhari’s apology #GuessWhoWasMissingInConference

Last week, the Lagos State government had announced that the first lady will grace the 16th National Women Conference (NWC) by Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) as Mother of the day and also declare the event open. The conference started yesterday, October 24th. This would have been her first major appearance in Nigeria... Read More
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October 25, 2016

Iweka Kingsley presents Emily’s diary (Chapter 3)

by Iweka Kingsley In commemoration of October as the month Breast Cancer awareness globally, Iweka Kingsley writes about a fourteen years old girl diagnosed with breast cancer who shares events of her life through a private diary she keeps. He believes that the cancer campaign all over the world should be amplified and hopes EMILY’S DIARY will drive consciousness and inspire hope... Read More
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October 25, 2016

FG must ensure Fani-Kayode does not die in detention – PDP

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the re-arrest of former aviation minister, Femi Fani-Kayode by the EFCC, stating that he must not die in detention. In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Prince Dayo Adeyeye, the opposition party as the “latest in a series of plans designed to further harass and intimidate our... Read More
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October 25, 2016

The Future Enterprise Support Scheme (TFESS) presents a make-up training class for beginners

The Future Enterprise Support Scheme (TFESS) has organised a 3-day make-up training class scheduled to hold between the 21st and 23rd November, 2016. Research has shown that being a makeup artiste is becoming one of the most lucrative 21st century must-have skills for youths. Whilst young people are in one way or the other acquiring... Read More
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October 25, 2016

APC to confirm ex-sports minister as spokesperson

The All Progressives Congress (APC) is set to confirm a former Minister of Sports, Bolaji Abdullahi as its substantive National Publicity Secretary, Vanguard reports. Abdullahi served as minister under the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan and is an ally of Senate President Bukola Saraki and former vice president, Atiku Abubakar. “I can tell you that everything... Read More
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