October 14, 2016

The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversation today

These are the top five stories that drove the conversation today. Count me out of campaigning for Buhari in 2019 if… – Aisha Buhari In a move set to shock many, Nigeria’s first lady, Aisha Buhari has said she would not support her husband’s re-election bid come 2019 if things continue the way they are.... Read More

October 14, 2016

Nigeria spends $1bn annually on medical treatments abroad

The Minister of Health, Dr Osagie Ehanire on Friday revealed that Nigeria spends over $1bn annually on medical treatment abroad. He made the disclosure while speaking commissioning the newly constructed Amenity and Labour wards at the Federal Medical Centre, Jalingo. He said, “The beautiful edifice I am seeing here today will surely provide world class medical services to... Read More

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October 14, 2016

Buhari was merely joking about Aisha belonging to the kitchen – Garba Shehu

Presidential spokesperson, Garba Shehu has said President Muhammadu Buhari was merely joking about his wife, Aisha Buhari belonging to his kitchen and rooms. In a couple of tweets, Shehu said Buhari only displayed his sense of humour. He said the President respects women, citing the Finance Minister, Kemi Adeosun as an example of a woman... Read More

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October 14, 2016

EFCC files fresh money laundering charges against Fani-Kayode

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed a fresh charges of money laundering against former aviation minister, Femi Fani-Kayode before the Federal High Court Abuja. Fani-Kayode is facing 17 counts of money laundering before the Federal High court for alleged unlawful use of N4.9bn, along with a former Finance Minister, Nenadi Usman; Danjuma Yusuf... Read More

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October 14, 2016

Cultists attack Cross Rivers Deputy Governor’s convoy

Arrmed cultists have attacked the convoy of the deputy governor of Cross River State, Prof Ivara Esu, shooting the driver and a policeman in a pilot vehicle dead in the process, The Nation reports. According to the newspaper, the incident took place along Goldie Street, opposite the NNPC filling station in Calabar at about 7pm Thursday night. The... Read More

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October 14, 2016

PDP crisis: Sheriff expresses willingness to reconcile

Factional National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ali Modu Sheriff has said he is willing to resolve the leadership crisis in the party. Sheriff said this at a press briefing in Abuja Thursday night. Sheriff said a committee will be inaugurated to find lasting solutions to the crisis. “It is true that we... Read More

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October 14, 2016

I was not involved in suspension of Ekiti lawmaker – Fayose

Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose has said he was not involved in the in the suspension of a former chairman of Ekiti State House of Assembly Committee on Information, Gboyega Aribisogan. Aribisogan was suspended for 180 legislative days for alleged anti-party activities. Fayose at a Juma’ah service in commemoration of of the second anniversary of his government on... Read More

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October 14, 2016

Nigerians react to President Buhari’s “she belongs in my kitchen” remarks

President Buhari has informed the international press that the First lady, Aisha Buhari belongs in the kitchen. This was his reaction to her interview with the BBC, where she pretty much criticised the way he was running the country. It is ironical that PMB made these remarks on a visit to Germany, where the highest political... Read More

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October 14, 2016

Davido releases new EP ‘Son of Mercy’ four years after debut album (LISTEN)

Singer, Davido has dropped his much anticipated EP ‘Son of Mercy’. The new body of works was expected to drop on October 21, 2016, but the ‘Omo Baba Olowo’ crooner surprised fans by dropping the EP on Friday. ‘Son of Mercy’ has five tracks and features ‘Jamb question’ singer, Simi, South African act, Nasty C and... Read More

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October 14, 2016

This is Aisha Buhari’s BBC interview everyone has been talking about (READ)

News broke on Friday that Wife of the President, Aisha Buhari in a yet-to-be aired interview with BBC Hausa said she would not campaign with her husband in 2019, if things continue the way they are. Here is a full text of the interview. Read below: BBC Hausa: It has been One and a half... Read More

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October 14, 2016

This Naija babe gave her Oyinbo flatmate pepper soup and the unthinkable ensued

This thread got us all laughing till our tummies hurt. Enjoy: That's how I entered problem this evening.. — Olóyè Ni'matullah (@MsNemah) October 12, 2016 So I was having peppersoup for dinner and my oyinbo flatmate said he wanted… pic.twitter.com/2enQ9bVcvA — Olóyè Ni'matullah (@MsNemah) October 12, 2016 I told him its spicy oo. He said... Read More

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October 14, 2016

FG to give scholarships, jobs to released Chibok girls

The Federal Government has promised to give scholarships and jobs to the 21 Chibok girls who were released on Thursday. In a statement by Laolu Akande, Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to Yemi Osinbajo, the Vice President was quoted as saying the government would take care of the girls. Osinbajo said the girls... Read More

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October 14, 2016

Ondo guber polls: Court recognises Jimoh Ibrahim as PDP candidate

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Friday was ordered by a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja to adopt Jimoh Ibrahim as the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party for the Ondo governorship election. Justice Okon Abang gave the order for the enforcement of his earlier judgment delivered on June 29, 2016. INEC currently... Read More

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October 14, 2016

Ondo guber polls: AD not adopting Olusola Oke as candidate

The National Executive Committee of the Alliance for Democracy on Friday said it was not aware of the candidature of Olusola Oke in the forthcoming Ondo governorship election. In a communique, the National Organizing Secretary of the party, Ibrahim Abdollah said the choice of Olusola Oke was unknown to the National Executive Council. It said,... Read More

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October 14, 2016

Pres. Buhari: My wife belongs in my kitchen (WATCH)

President Muhammadu Buhari has reacted to comments made by his wife, Aisha in a recent interview with the BBC Hausa service, according to the Associated Press. Aisha Buhari had said she would not support her husband’s 2019 campaign if he continues with his leadership. In his reaction, Buhari who spoke to reporters in Germany where he is meeting... Read More

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October 14, 2016

I will trek for Buhari again – Hashimu

Suleiman Hashimu, the young man who trekked from Lagos to Abuja to celebrate President Muhammadu Buhari’s 2015 electoral victory says he would do it once again. However, Kashimu said he would not be on foot this time around, but would do a tour round the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory with a vehicle.... Read More

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October 14, 2016

YNaija Says: Shame on you, Obasanjo, for saying Chibok girls were gone forever

For a woman who has been front and center of the agitation to bring back the Chibok girls, it is ironic that the biggest breakthrough in that agitation so far happened when she was in far away California. It was 4am there when news of the release of 21 out of 218 girls got to... Read More

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October 14, 2016

Opinion: Nigeria, haven for power drunkards that never learn

by Abiodun Shomoye For some periods now, I have been enjoying my life as a retired political enthusiast/commentator, but somehow, the saying “once a soldier always a soldier” has gotten a new person to validate its stay. It has been totally easy to remain silent on evolving issues but it’s been extremely difficult to choose not... Read More

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October 14, 2016

Peregrino Brimah: Yes some shia cut themselves, but you cut others!

by Peregrino Brimah At the heart of the deadly intolerance against Shia Muslims in Nigeria is a deep-seated hatred for Shia Muslims. We must lay the facts bare in the face of in-our-face death delivering persecution against Nigeria’s Shi’a minority. Though they are more than 9 million, Shia are a minority religious group in Nigeria. In a 2012 pew... Read More

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October 14, 2016

Buhari meets German Chancellor Merkel (PHOTOS)

President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday met with German Chancellor Angela Merkel. Buhari spoke with Merkel on issues ranging from terrorism, nation building and the economy. Buhari writing on his personal Facebook page, said, “My team and I met with German Chancellor Angela Merkel and her team at the Chancellery in Berlin this morning. We had very... Read More

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October 14, 2016

Celebrity Luxury Apartment: Emily Blunt & John Krasinski’s $6M Historic Park Slope Townhouse

Actress, Emily Blunt and her hubby John Krasinski finally moved into their historic Park Slope townhouse. The duo moved in over the summer and have be…

October 14, 2016

Everything You Need To Know About Heineken Lagos Fashion and Design Week

Heineken Lagos Fashion and Design Week will return for its 6th edition from the 26th – 29th October 2016 with Heineken a…

October 14, 2016

Opinion: 8 things you must do to prosper in this recession

by Kaycee Okuma 1. CHANGE YOUR ATTITUDE It’s no longer news that the Nigerian economy is in deep recession. What may surprise you, however, is that the recession is not the problem; our attitude to the recession is. Economies all over the world are controlled by market forces. Economies expand and then economies contract –... Read More

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October 14, 2016

El-Nathan John to Aisha Buhari: “A country is not a family provisions store”

In an interview with BBC Hausa, Nigeria’s First Lady, Aisha Buhari made a number of shocking comments about her husband, President Muhammadu Buhari’s approach to running the country. She said in plain language that some of the President’s appointments were imposed on him by some powerful politicians and he’s not even familiar with most of... Read More

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October 14, 2016

The Media Blog: The Nigerian politicians who own media houses

We just thought: it would be fun to put up a list of some of the politicians in Nigeria who own major media houses. Not a long list. But interesting regardless. James Ibori – Daily Independent Bola Ahmed Tinubu – Radio Continental, TV Continental, Adaba FM, The Nation Ben Murray Bruce – Rhythm FM, Silverbird... Read More

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October 14, 2016

Top 10 Tips for Creating a Scandinavian Interior – Staffan Tollgard

Renowned for their simplicity, utility, and beauty, Scandinavian homes have a pure, pared backed style that is centred around warm functionality, clea…

October 14, 2016

Nene Henshaw: Exploits of an intending intern [NEXT]

by Nene Henshaw Few months ago, I went to look for a job as per, final year, long summer, let me make it fruitful by interning. After sending copies of my curriculum vitae to numerous companies, I finally got a scheduled interview from a HR department. I was super excited, never been interviewed before. I... Read More

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October 14, 2016

Buhari will ensure all the #ChibokGirls return home -Tinubu

National leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu has sent a congratulatory message to President Muhammadu Buhari on the release of 21 of the abducted Chibok schoolgirls. In a statement issued on Thursday Tinubu said Buhari will not rest until all the girls were released. “The news of the release of the 21... Read More

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October 14, 2016

Marriage is not for everyone – Banky W

One of Nigeria’s top eligible bachelors, musician Banky W says not every one is destined to get married. The 35-year-old artiste whose real name is Olubankole Wellington has faced a lot of jokes for remaining single despite his good looks. Speaking on Thursday night in Lagos during her radio interview, Banky W once again refused to bow... Read More

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October 14, 2016

Blind Models Rule The Runway At The 2016 Paris Fashion Week

Blind and visually impaired models recently took to the catwalk in Paris, hoping to raise awareness about sight deficie…

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