President Buhari is attending 2 summits today (PHOTOS)

President Muhammadu Buhari is out of the country again. What else is new, right? He will have a busy day today, attending two summits. He first visited Katsina, before jetting off to London for the 2016 Anti-Corruption Summit. The president declared the Katsina State Economic and Investment Summit 2016 open today shortly before taking his leave... Read More

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APC, Buhari, katsina, PDP, summit

May 10, 2016

ManStyleCrush: The sexy, suave and savvy- Ebuka Obi-Uchendu

Armed with an ice thawing smile and a warm charismatic persona, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu is a 6’2 modern day hulk, a lawyer …

Ebuka Obi Uchendu, Man Style Crush, the september standard

May 10, 2016

Exclusive: Photographer Michael Schwartz for Interview magazine with Keke Palmer

Michael Schwartz photographs the stunning “Scream Queen” Keke Palmer for Interview, as the magazine talks…

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May 10, 2016

#ICYMI – Red Carpet: Stunning looks from the 2016 BAFTA TV

The 2016 British Academy Television Awards (BAFTA), took place on Sunday 8, May at the Royal Festival Hall in London.…

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May 10, 2016

Davido loses control of himself – and it turns out to be a prank (WATCH)

Davido recently got pranked on the first episode on MTV’s The Bigger Friday Show. In the prank, two guys walked into Davido’s house asking for a refund their money for a performance he didn’t show up to. This action maddened Davido. He began to throw insults and even a bottle of water at some point.... Read More

Davido pranked, MTV's The Bigger Friday Show

May 10, 2016

When 2face Idibia met the Esama of Benin (PHOTOS)

2face Idibia supported by his wife, Annie Idibia on Monday, May 9 paid a courtesy visit to the Esama of Benin – Sir Gabriel Igbinedion. The couple are currently in Benin for the conferment ceremony of a Honorary degree on the singer by the prestigious Igbinedion University Okada happening later today. See the photos from the meeting

2baba, Annie Idibia, Esama of Benin, Sir Gabriel Igbinedion

May 10, 2016

British Council survey reminds us of how bad our unemployment crisis really is

A harsh reminder of the dire unemployment situation in Nigeria- a survey carried out by British Council has revealed that most of the Colleges of Education graduates since 2014, are yet to be employed as teachers. The survey was carried out by Elaine Unterhalter of University College in London. Elaine presented the report: “Teacher Education, Teachers Practice, Gender and... Read More

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May 10, 2016

A group wants N100 billion from FG for herdsmen attacks

The Federal Government has been dragged to court by the Human Rights and Empowerment Projects over the death of dozens of people killed by herdsmen in Nimbo community of the Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State. The violence of the herdsmen has in recent times become very frequent with hundred of lives lost already and hundreds... Read More

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May 10, 2016

Oby Ezekwesili and Aisha Yesufu just issued another press statement meant for President Buhari

The #BringBackOurGirls campaign group has reminded the Federal Government that until the 219 Chibok schoolgirls abducted in their school in Borno state are rescued, there is no evidence of victory over the Boko Haram insurgents. The group made this known in a statement signed by two of the leaders of the campaign, Oby Ezekwesili and Aisha Yesufu,... Read More

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May 10, 2016

President Buhari responds to critics of anti-corruption fight

“We will not betray trust and we will not let those who betray the trust of Nigerians go scot-free except the ones we don’t know,” says President Muhammadu Buhari. The President had stated this when he paid a courtesy visit to the Emir of Katsina. He declared that the anti-corruption war isn’t intended to victimise... Read More

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Buhari, Corruption war, katsina, president

May 10, 2016

The CBN just issued a circular – and it tells ATM users what they already know

The Central Bank of Nigeria has issued a circular in regards to the use of Automated Teller Machines across the country. In a 48-paged document, the CBN stated the guidelines for the operation of the ATMs across the country. But the document doesn’t really tell you anything groundbreaking. This for example: The Standards – Standards... Read More

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atm, banks, CBN, money, nigeria

May 10, 2016

In 4 quotes, Ngige tells us why Buhari is the first labour friendly president of Nigeria

According to the Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige, President Muhammadu Buhari is the first labour friendly president of Nigeria. Top exhibit: the administration is considering the N56,000 minimum wage proposed by the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC). Ngige stated this, on Monday, while speaking with the executive members... Read More

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May 10, 2016

Wizkid helps Drake score ‘the biggest moment of his career’

Last year, U.S. rapper Drake posted on Instagram that getting the number 1 spot as a lead artiste on the Billboard 100 would be the biggest moment of his career. Well it seems Wizkid alongside Britain’s Kyla have helped the Canadian rap star achieve this feat after Billboard announced on Monday night that he had now... Read More

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May 10, 2016

If your car has expired and substandard tyres, they’re coming for you

The Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) has declared that it would hence forth confiscate vehicles with expired and substandard tyres within the country. The FRSC Corps Marshal, Boboye Oyeyemi, revealed this at the Stakeholders’ Forum on Tyres. The theme of the forum was tagged ‘Promoting Safe Tyre use in Nigeria’’ and was set up by the... Read More

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May 10, 2016

Odua Defenders Union has a warning for Niger Delta militants

The Odua Defenders Union, a Yoruba group, is not having the threat made by the Niger Delta Avengers to attack Lagos. The group, in a statement signed by its president-general, Rabak Anthony said the threat made by the militant group is an insult to the Yoruba race and would therefore not take it lightly. The... Read More

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May 10, 2016

Linda Ikeji has congratulations for Drake, but not Wizkid (PHOTO)

Despite resolving their widely-publicized fall-out, Linda Ikeji doesn’t appear to be yet be on the same page with Wizkid. The popular blogger admitted to putting a halt to posting stories about the starboy for a while as she felt offended by the comments he made about her – including a threat of violence. “I spoke with Wizkid through... Read More

Linda Ikeji, wizkid

May 10, 2016

‘Buhari isn’t well grounded in economics and foreign affairs’ -Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has expressed optimism for Nigeria under President Muhammadu Buhari, even as he noted that Buhari isn’t well grounded in economics and foreign affairs. Obasanjo said this while speaking at the 3rd Covenant University International Conference on African Development Issues titled, “Driving Inclusive and Sustainable Development in Africa: Models, Methods and Policies.” The ex-President... Read More

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Buhari, government, nigeria, Obasanjo, president

May 10, 2016

Hundreds of women protest naked in Ebonyi

In Ebonyi state, Nkwegu community near Abakaliki, over 200 women discarded their clothes and protested naked against the continued detention of the President General of the community, Ndubuisi Ekumankama, by the police on Monday, May 9. Ekumankama was reported to have broken down the house of a widow in Amangwu Edda community of the state and had been... Read More

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May 10, 2016

APC asks Niger Delta Avengers to blame Goodluck Jonathan for their problems

The South-East caucus of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has some advice for the rampaging Niger Delta Avengers. The Niger Delta Avengers are a new militant group blowing up pipelines and wrecking havoc in the oil rich area. The APC group in a statement signed by Osita Okechukwu told the Avengers to give President Muhammadu... Read More

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Buhari, Federal Government, Militants, Niger Delta

May 9, 2016

Did you notice the way Idris Elba and his baby-mama laughed… and laughed – at the haters, perhaps? (PHOTOS)

Today, relationships start and end on social media. We thought British actor, Idris Elba was the latest victim, when he announced late last year that he’d broken up with his baby mama, Naiyana Garth. Everyone believed it, and that he had fled the home they both shared. Fast forward to Sunday, May 8, Idris and Naiyana attended the... Read More

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May 9, 2016

SNAPSHOT: Veteran actress, Joke Silva is giving us ‘ageing goals’

Joke Silva is that epitome of ageless beauty one can only hope to emulate. She’s that natural, brown African woman you can’t help but admire. No botox, no face-lift – at least to the best of our knowledge. Joke Silva puts her fellow 54-year-olds on their toes. What a selfie! And the rest of us,... Read More

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May 9, 2016

The judge (literally) had a problem with his eyes today, so Olisa Metuh’s case got adjourned

This is a real story – it happened today, at the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) high court, Abuja. Justice Ishaq Bello was forced to adjourn the trial of Olisa Metuh, spokesman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), owing to the impairment of his vision. Metuh, who is being tried for destruction of evidence, is also... Read More

Justice Ishaq Bello, Olisa Metuh, shadows

May 9, 2016

When it comes to showing off abs, Selebobo is the new Iyanya (PHOTOS)

Once upon a time, there was Iyanya, every day, like he was losing his mind, sharing shirtless photos He did.Again and again, he did. Thankfully, these days, the MMMG singer is gradually learning to cover up. A trip to his Instagram page would prove this point – except he is on stage, he keeps his shirt... Read More

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May 9, 2016

Dolapo Oni’s show is back! (WATCH)

Actress and TV host, Dolapo Oni is back with the second season of her hit TV show – The Marcy Project. The second season of The Marcy Project which officially launched in 2015 will see the host carry out the most bizarre projects from a lady mechanic to jet skiing in just 30-minutes. The new season will feature exciting... Read More

Dolapo Oni, The Marcy Project, The Mercy project

May 9, 2016

‘Every time I try to make peace, they grow an erection’ | 6 things Brymo revealed about Chocolate City

Former Chocolate City singer, Brymo released his fifth studio album – Klitoris – today, which is also his birthday. Brymo – who was for the better part of 2014 and 2015, involved in a legal tussle with his former record label, Chocolate City – made some shocking revelations today, while promoting his new record on The Midday... Read More

Brymo, Chocolate city, Klitoris

May 9, 2016

Nollywood actress, Lilian Esoro is “no mad dog” but she can tell rude from silly

Apparently, Nollywood actress, Lilian Esoro has been having a running war of words with some I-too-know fans on her Instagram page. Like her fellow celebrities, whenever the wife of Ubi Franklin posts a picture on the photo-sharing platform, some haters fans always like to have one or two opinions – and they are never afraid... Read More

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May 9, 2016

#SheHiveAbuja: When El-Rufai and others come together to empower young women

Recently, the premier community for young career and business women – She Leads Africa – held its innovative (travelling) bootcamp, the SheHive, in Abuja! SheHive Abuja, which provided young and ambitious women with new skills in climbing the corporate ladder, negotiating, developing a pitch deck, identifying job opportunities, speaking with investors and more, was a... Read More

Abuja, Power, she hive, women empowerment

May 9, 2016

Ships have arrived at Lagos ports with more petrol

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has revealed that Apapa and Tin-Can Island ports in Lagos are expecting about 28 ships with petroleum products, food items and general goods from May 9 to May 26. The NPA stated that the ships are expected to deliver wheat, bulk sugar, general cargoes, kerosene, diesel and petrol among other products. 8... Read More

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Federal Government, fuel scarcity, import, lagos, NPA, petrol, Ports

May 9, 2016

The Explainer: What exactly happened with Ronke Shonde’s murder?

Too many people have been talking about domestic violence these days. As well they should. The nation today is talking about the story of the Shonde family in Egbeda, Lagos state where the husband, Lekan Shonde is alleged to have battered his wife, Ronke to death in a domestic scuffle. While the exact events that... Read More

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crime, Domestic violence, Lekan, police, Ronke Shonde

President Buhari is attending 2 summits today (PHOTOS)

ManStyleCrush: The sexy, suave and savvy- Ebuka Obi-Uchendu

Exclusive: Photographer Michael Schwartz for Interview magazine with Keke Palmer

#ICYMI – Red Carpet: Stunning looks from the 2016 BAFTA TV

Davido loses control of himself – and it turns out to be a prank (WATCH)

When 2face Idibia met the Esama of Benin (PHOTOS)

British Council survey reminds us of how bad our unemployment crisis really is

A group wants N100 billion from FG for herdsmen attacks

Oby Ezekwesili and Aisha Yesufu just issued another press statement meant for President Buhari

President Buhari responds to critics of anti-corruption fight

The CBN just issued a circular – and it tells ATM users what they already know

In 4 quotes, Ngige tells us why Buhari is the first labour friendly president of Nigeria

Wizkid helps Drake score ‘the biggest moment of his career’

If your car has expired and substandard tyres, they’re coming for you

Odua Defenders Union has a warning for Niger Delta militants

Linda Ikeji has congratulations for Drake, but not Wizkid (PHOTO)

‘Buhari isn’t well grounded in economics and foreign affairs’ -Obasanjo

Hundreds of women protest naked in Ebonyi

More banks linked with Diezani’s $115 million to be investigated

APC asks Niger Delta Avengers to blame Goodluck Jonathan for their problems

Did you notice the way Idris Elba and his baby-mama laughed… and laughed – at the haters, perhaps? (PHOTOS)

SNAPSHOT: Veteran actress, Joke Silva is giving us ‘ageing goals’

The judge (literally) had a problem with his eyes today, so Olisa Metuh’s case got adjourned

When it comes to showing off abs, Selebobo is the new Iyanya (PHOTOS)

Dolapo Oni’s show is back! (WATCH)

‘Every time I try to make peace, they grow an erection’ | 6 things Brymo revealed about Chocolate City

Nollywood actress, Lilian Esoro is “no mad dog” but she can tell rude from silly

#SheHiveAbuja: When El-Rufai and others come together to empower young women

Ships have arrived at Lagos ports with more petrol

The Explainer: What exactly happened with Ronke Shonde’s murder?

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