Reuben Abati: Muhammad Ali, the champion who shook the world

Muhammad Ali, who died late Friday evening aged 74, was one of the greatest icons of the 20th century, one of the world’s greatest boxers of all time, and certainly in his time, and during the era that he dominated the ring, the greatest among his contemporaries, the inimitable master of his game. The polyvalent... Read More

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MASSOB to Niger Delta Avengers: ‘Do not relent’

The Movement for the Actualisation of the Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB) on Saturday, advised the Niger Delta Avengers, a militant group, to not relent in its attacks on crude oil pipelines and installations in the Niger Delta region. A statement was signed to this effect by MASSOB leader, Uchenna Madu, who said Nigeria only... Read More

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Abdusalami ‘saw to it that my father died in detention’ – Abiola’s son

A son of late Chief MKO Abiola, Jamiu Abiola, has lamented the refusal of former military Head of State, Gen. Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd.), to release his father from incarceration when he suffered ill-health. Speaking on Saturday during the 20th anniversary of Kudirat Abiola’s death, Jamiu appeared to infer that his father might not have died... Read More

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YNaija Says: Enough is enough, it is time we take mob actions seriously

Collective fear stimulates herd instinct, and tends to produce ferocity toward those who are not regarded as members of the herd. – Bertrand Russell The gruesome killing of Bridget Patience Agbahime, 74, by a religious mob in Kano has left a sour taste in our mouth and a tragic image in our minds. It is... Read More

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Runtown can no longer perform on US soil

Things just got a lot messier in this Runtown/Ericmanny case. Ericmany entertainment has secured a temporary injunction from a United States District Court in New York, against Runtown which has banned him for performing anywhere in the the country. This new development halts the singer’s US Tour which was meant to begin in California tonight. ‘On... Read More

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MinCommerce launches Made-in-Nigeria e-commerce platform

MinCommerce Solutions Limited (MIN) has launched Nigeria’s foremost online marketplace which is primarily focused on indigenous products and businesses. The platform which was launched in Lagos recently, would enable Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) operators of made in Nigeria products sell and market their goods and services to a wider audience both locally and internationally.... Read More

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New Wizkid music to be premiered on Drake’s radio show

Wizkid is way on some international level that he now premieres his new single on international radio with global reach. Wizkid revealed this evening that an exclusive track of his would be played on Drake‘s OVO sound radio show at 10pm GMT on Apple music. Tune in! Exclusive Wizkid on Drake's set today! 🔥🔥 #starboyworldwide... Read More

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Charles Odii: My greatest lesson from Muhammad Ali, the mentor I never met

I had a rather peculiar childhood; I was an only boy growing up with six sisters, most of whom were older. We constantly had a sea of female visitors passing through our house, not to mention the endless sea of female clothing that flooded the entire house. The female gossip meaningful conversations were a constant... Read More

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

Here are the top five stories that drove the conversation today 1) Police arrest two in the murder of Igbo traders The Kano state police command, on Saturday, announced that it has arrested two persons involved in the mob action against 75 years old Igbo trader in Kano. 2) President Buhari is sick An online... Read More

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Aso Villa Demo Day: Here’s your chance to pitch an idea to the President

As part of the Federal Government’s agenda to diversify the economy and create jobs by stimulating the tech start-up space, President Muhamadu Buhari and Vice President Yemi Osinbajo will be hosting the Aso Villa Demo Day 2016 (AVDD2016); an initiative of the Presidency of the Federal Republic of Nigeria set to celebrate the best of... Read More

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A Mamman Daura-led cabal has turned Buhari into a prisoner – PDP

The Peoples Democratic Party, through its Twitter page, has alleged that a cabal around the president is “trying to plunge Nigeria into serious crisis.” The party claims that Mamman Daura, a nephew of President Buhari, is the head of the alleged cabal. After the then General Muhammadu Buhari took over power from the democratically elected... Read More

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No Governor in Ekiti… Fayose goes on indefinite strike

“I want to tell workers that I have placed myself on indefinite strike in solidarity with you. I shared your pains, but it was rather unfortunate that a man can’t give what he doesn’t have,” says Governor Ayodele Fayose of Ekiti. In line with his penchant for being a dramatic rabble rouser, Fayose has embarked on an... Read More

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PDP sponsoring Niger Delta Avengers – APC

The Niger Delta Avengers, a militant group responsible for the recent attacks on oil pipelines in the Niger Delta, are being sponsored by the Peoples Democratic Party, claims the All Progressives Congress. The South South zone of the APC, in a meeting held in Benin City, Edo State, on Friday, said it has become obvious... Read More

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This is the evil plot Boko Haram has for the Ramadan period

Boko Haram insurgents are planning to launch a large scale bombing during the Ramadan festival, the Defence Headquarters has revealed. This information was disseminated on Saturday, by the Acting Director Defence Information, Brig. Gen. Rabe Abubakar. The Defence spokesperson said the insurgents intend to carry out massive bomb attacks during early morning and evening prayers... Read More

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How the world mourned Muhammad Ali

It’s a sad but glorious day for the world as a man of valor and substance triumphantly passed on into the great beyond this morning. The legendary Muhammad Ali, a 3-time heavyweight champion of the world died after his respiratory condition – a ripple effect of his Parkinson’s disease – got worse. Just as Nigerian celebrities... Read More

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‘Anyone who says Buhari is sick is telling lies’ – Presidency

The Presidency has said President Muhammadu Buhari is as fit as a fiddle in the wake of reports that he is ill and suffering from an ear infection. The report inferred that the President’s illness is behind the recent cancellation of official events, with the latest being the flag-off of the Niger Delta Clean-up exercise.... Read More

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‘When we’re ready to engage the military, the world will know’ – Niger Delta Avengers

Militant group, Niger Delta Avengers has warned all other similar groups not to attack and/or kill soldiers and oil workers. The Avengers said the ongoing efforts to liberate the Niger Delta people, is at the moment, focused on oil and pipeline installations. Reacting to the Joint Revolutionary Council’s threat to test six missiles on Tuesday,... Read More

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It’s another EME party on Banky W’s new joint (WATCH)

Banky W has released a new single titled Mi Re Do (Cocoloso) alongside a music video. The song produced by Masterkraft, features EME starlet, Shaydee and Ghanaian artiste, Stonebwoy. Watch the video which was shot in Lagos and written/directed by Banky W https://youtu.be/3n-eZHz43k4

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#JusticeForBridget: Buhari ‘regrets’ murder of Igbo trader

President Muhammadu Buhari has condemned the killing of an Igbo trader, Bridget Patiece Agbahime, by an angry mob in Kano state for allegedly insulting the Prophet Mohammed. In a series of tweets on his Twitter handle, the President called on Nigerians to maintain peace while he commended the Kano state governor, Umar Ganduje, for being proactive... Read More

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Picture of Nigeria in Turbulence

Opinion: Nigerians, It’s nearing dusk

By Modiu Olaguro Each time the cloud of hate opens up with accompanying heaviness and ferociousness, with thundering religious fanaticism on one side and ethnic lightening on the other–all present in this Lugardian contraption,–even the inhabitant of the mountain does not lose sight of its fatality. With colonial Nigeria, the strictures were there, albeit, in... Read More

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Everyone’s invited to eXploring’s ‘Motorcycle School’ episode (WATCH)

Power bike riding, in many states across Nigeria, is a relatively new phenomenon. But most residents of Lagos will have stories to share about riders, and also the feeling that comes from being a witness to this growing fad among young and aspiring Nigerians. For example, the envy of vehicle passengers who see riders glide... Read More

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3 ways Muhammad Ali was also a political icon

To say that Mohammed Ali was just a boxing legend is to limit a man who wowed the world with his boxing skills and wisdom. Ali, who died on Friday (United States time) after battling Parkinson’s disease for many years, was a political figure and a champion prizefighter who dared to be what his society... Read More

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A poetic Muhammad Ali recites poem on friendship (VIDEO)

Born Cassius Clay, Muhammad Ali is the greatest boxer the world may ever know. He was that good, extraordinarily skilled and so deft that all his opponents eventually came to respect and look up to him. He wasn’t just an ordinary boxer, he was also a talker. Ali was so good with words that he... Read More

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Opinion: Is this the end of agony for the Ogonis?

By ‘Kayode Oyero Appreciating good literatures is a necessity for lovers of arts. Having read his debut novel, Waiting for an Angel, whose opening chapter clinched the prestigious Caine Prize for African Writing in 2001 and Measuring Time, his second novel, one cannot but look forward to his next mind-blowing release. Helon Habila is one... Read More

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Genevieve Nnaji, D’banj, other Nigerian celebrities pay tribute to Muhammad Ali

Several Nigerian celebrities have paid glowing tributes to the late Muhammad Ali who passed away today. From actress Genevieve Nnaji to singer, D’banj they have all flooded social media to extol the boxing legend. Thank for showing us how to use these words everyday "I can fly like a butterfly, I can sting like a bee" .. Muhammad... Read More

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Flashback: When Muhammad Ali visited Nigeria (PHOTOS)

The late Muhammad Ali, made many trips around the world while he was alive, particularly to Africa in a bid to get reconnected to his roots as his paternal grandmother was a native of Madagascar – making him an African-American descent. On one of his trips to Africa, Muhammad Ali visited Lagos, Nigeria on a 3-day tour... Read More

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#JusticeForBridget: Prime suspect in gruesome murder of Igbo trader, arrested

The Kano state Governor, Umar Ganduje, has condemned the killing of 74 year Bridget Patience Agbahime and also announced the arrest of a prime suspect in the gruesome murder, Alhaji Dauda. In a series of tweets from the his twitter handle, the Governor said he had met with the husband of the deceased, Pastor Mike Agbahime,... Read More

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President Buhari ‘falls ill’, VP Osinbajo to represent him at ECOWAS meeting

President Muhammadu Buhari is reportedly ill and is currently receiving treatment at the Presidential Villa, Premium Times reports. The President is said to have contracted an ear infection known as Meniere Disease, which has caused the 73-year-old to suffer hearing impairment, severe pain and unusual sounds in the ear. According to sources privy to the situation,... Read More

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How Muhammad Ali inspired Olamide’s ‘Eyan Mayweather’ album cover

They say great people leave great legacies for others to follow and this is the same narrative for one of the greatest sportsmen the world ever watched. Muhammad Ali did not only knock out opponents in the ring, he also made a concrete and conscious effort to change the world. It was from one of... Read More

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4 videos that depict the kind of man Muhammad Ali was (WATCH)

The world loved Muhammad Ali, the legendary boxing icon who died on Saturday, at the age of 74. He was a fast, smooth talker who can outwit even the most gifted orator. Ali was intelligent, witty, tongue-in-cheek and had a knack for using extremely exaggerated metaphors to intimidate and cower his opponents. Indeed he was... Read More

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