50 extremely hilarious #MemeHistory tweets

Did you wake up to the #MemeHistory trend on Twitter and was a tad perplexed as to the origin of the hashtag? You’re not alone… but, we can help a little. Meme history is about creating a meme by pairing viral photos with historical events- mostly from the biblical era. While we don’t know how or... Read More

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March 11, 2016

‘He cares deeply about America’ | Ben Carson endorses Donald Trump (WATCH)

Stating that he wants the ‘voice of the people to be heard’, retired nureosurgeon, Ben Carson, on Friday morning, endorsed Donald Trump to clinch the Republican ticket in the race for the United States presidency. Carson, who last week suspended his campaign for the Republican presidential nomination, gave out the endorsement at a press conference... Read More

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March 11, 2016

BREAKING: Explosion rocks CBN Calabar

A gas explosion rocked a section of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) office in Calabar, Cross River state on Friday morning. The CBN spokesman, Isaac Okorafor, who confirmed the incident, also revealed that no death was recorded from the incident. He further added that the fire has been successfully put out. “There is a gas... Read More

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March 11, 2016

Boko Haram still in control of ‘some territories’ in Nigeria – USA military

Contrary to claims made by President Muhammadu Buhari and other top officials in his government that Boko Haram is not in control of any territory within Nigeria, a recent statement by foreign officials says otherwise. A United States military official, General David Rodriguez, who is the commander of the U.S. Africa Command (USAFRICOM), has testified before... Read More

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boko haram, Buhari, Military, USA

March 11, 2016

Newcastle sack Steve McClaren, set to announce Rafael Benitez as new manager

English Premier League club, Newcastle United has issued a statement announcing that coach Steve McClaren has been relieved of his position. The erstwhile England boss, who took over managerial affairs at St James’ Park in June 2015, was sacked as a result of the Magpies’ deteriorating form, having recorded just one win in their last... Read More

newcastle united, Rafael Benitez, Steve McClaren

March 11, 2016

Idris Elba to receive royal title from Queen of England

Hollywood star Idris Elba is set to be awarded an OBE for his service to drama by the Queen Elizabeth of England later today at Buckingham Palace. The British-Ghanaian actor tweeted a picture of him setting out for the ceremony. https://twitter.com/idriselba/status/708218052953899009

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March 11, 2016

Gionee introduces P5 mini, the epitome of simplicity

With more than eighteen phones to its name, epoch-making mobile phone manufacturer and one time holder of the Guinness Book of World Records for the world’s slimmest Smartphone, Gionee, is introducing another spectacle to the Nigerian market. The Gionee P5 mini is the new definition and epitome of simplicity and style. It has got everything... Read More

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March 11, 2016

Chigul breaks down in tears as she speaks on her failed marriage (WATCH)

Wazobia FM On-Air-Personality and comedian Chioma Omeruah popularly known as Chigul was a guest on Kemi Adetiba’s King Women series. King Women is a visual movement that provides accessible online source of mentorship and emotional upliftment to young, impressionable ladies. In a touching emotional discourse, Chigul revealed her family’s reaction to her failed marriage, how she survived and... Read More

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March 11, 2016

Oke Umurhohwo: A desperate appeal to Rotimi Amaechi

On January 19, 2016, Rotimi Amaechi who is the minister of Transportation appeared before the Senate Committee on Marine Transport, headed by Senator Ahmed Sani, to brief the Senate panel on the activities of the agencies under his supervision. During his appearance, he announced that the Federal Government had scrapped the Nigerian Maritime University, NMU,... Read More

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March 11, 2016

Ex-MBGN Adaeze Yobo Stuns On The Cover Of MyHairMyBeauty Magazine

Adaeze Yobo covers the second issue of the digital Hair/Beauty magazine myHairmyBeautyNG.com. In the first print issu…

March 11, 2016

Opinion: Buharism and the crisis-ridden Nigerian economy – A call to rescue

For some of us who were ardent supporters of the Buhari/Osinbajo campaign team during the electioneering period, our faith in the team’s ability to swiftly turn around the socio-economic situation of the country is fast dwindling for reasons not so far-fetched. Firstly, the war against corruption, though enjoying a lot of media attention, is still... Read More

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March 11, 2016

Saraki attends CCT trial with 30 senators, 66 lawyers

Senate President, Bukola Saraki, on Friday, attended his resumed Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) trial arrived with convoy of 30 Senators. Some of the Senators present are Ike Ekweremadu, Deputy Senate president; Abdullahi Sabi, Senate spokesman; Hope Uzodinma, Dino Melaye, and Sam Anyanwu. Others are Ben Murray-Bruce, a senator from Bayelsa east, with Shehu Sani,... Read More

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March 11, 2016

Saraki’s CCT trial pushed forward

The Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) and lawyers of Senate President Bukola Saraki have agreed to adjourn his trial to March 18. Both parties agreed to begin arguement on whether the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) has the authority to try Saraki on the charges of false declaration of assets while he served as Kwara... Read More

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March 11, 2016

Wanted Boko Haram leader dies after being ‘fatally wounded’ (VIEWER DISCRETION)

A wanted member of the Islamic terrorist sect, Boko Haram, has been arrested by troops of 7 Multinational Joint Task Force Brigade Quick Response Group (QRG) stationed in Baga. The arrested insurgent is serial number 95 on the first list of 100 wanted Boko Haram leaders.. According to Colonel Sani Usman, Acting Director Army Public... Read More

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March 11, 2016

10 pictures that prove Wizkid is ‘living the life’ on the road

From flying around in private jets to rolling with the hip crowd, Wizkid is surely enjoying life on the road. The Starboy act, who is currently in the US after performing in Amsterdam, is having a ball. To prove this, we’ve compiled 10 pictures as shared by Wiz from his recent trips. https://instagram.com/p/BClVGJHm6w6/ https://instagram.com/p/BCoC0iam6zG/ https://instagram.com/p/BCod_Z_G6_o/... Read More

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March 11, 2016

Tiwa Savage, Davido, Peter Okoye spend quality time with their kids (WATCH)

From the press interviews to the many performances, entertainers rarely have a lot of time to spend with their family. So when they get that precious moment with their children, they make sure it is quality and memorable. New mum, Tiwa Savage who is on tour of South Africa, had such a moment with her... Read More

Aliona, Cameron, Davido, Imade, Jam Jam, peter okoye, PSquare, tiwa savage

March 11, 2016

My trial is a political mischief – Saraki

Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has said his trial at the Code of Conduct Tribunal was a product of political mischief. Saraki, who disclosed this in a statement by his deputy chief of staff, Gbenga Makanjuola on Friday, however, said he’s ready to submit himself to the law. The Senate President’s assets declaration trial resumes today at the... Read More

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CCT, False asset declaration, Saraki

March 11, 2016

Entertainment Roundup: 9ice’s dangerous fashion accessory | Juliet Ibrahim seals endorsement deal | Oprah Winfrey unveils hot slim figure | More Stories

Here is the Entertainment Roundup for today Falz releases teaser for musical short film Following his winning streak at the AMVCA 2016, the rapper is not slowing down as he has released a teaser for a musical short film for his song titled –Soldier featuring Simi. The video of the song which is from his... Read More

9ice, Clarence Peters, Dabota Lawnson, falz, Lilian Esoro, Simi, Stella Dimoko-Korkus, surprise birthday, Ubi Franklin

March 11, 2016

The moment when Annie Idibia, 2Baba had a lovers’ rock (WATCH)

2Baba and Annie Idibia were recently spotted having a PDA moment. Watch below, the clip from Nigerian Celebrities Videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4YDdzpOWmvo

2 Baba, Annie Idibia

March 11, 2016

THE YNAIJA TRACKLIST: ‘Unbundling of NNPC is illegal’ | Trump says protesters deserved assault | Saraki goes to court | More stories

Falana says restructuring of NNPC is illegal. Punch Lekki Gardens MD arrested over building collapse. Vanguard $2.3 million recovered from arms deal suspect. Nation Buhari ejects 22 top directors from Budget Office. Premium Times Kwankwaso to be suspended by APC over alleged anti-party activities. Vanguard Tinubu’s daughter laments marginalization by Buhari. Leadership Saraki’s trial to... Read More

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March 11, 2016

50 Cents says he’s ‘done’ with Instagram

American entertainer and business mogul, Curtis Jackson III aka 50 Cent has revealed that he would be off his Instagram page for a while. This is as a result of new developments in his bankruptcy case. The rap star told the court on Tuesday that the wads of dollars he flaunts on social media are... Read More

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March 11, 2016

Reuben Abati: James Ocholi, General Abubakar and the road which lies in wait

‘May we never walk when the road waits, famished’ – Wole Soyinka, The Road Two major road accidents in the last week brought to the fore again the dangers that lie in wait on Nigerian roads. The Minister of State for Labour and Productivity, James Ocholi, SAN, his wife and son lost their lives in... Read More

General Abubakar, Reuben Abati: James Ocholi

March 11, 2016

‘F__k you Donald Trump’ | Chris Brown blasts US presidential candidate (WATCH)

Chris Brown is the latest celebrity to launch an attack on United States Republican presidential hopeful and businessman- Donald Trump. In a video which was posted on Instagram, the singer criticised Trump over the way black people are treated at his rallies. “F__k Trump and F__k the pigs to see this evil shit is so wrong, God... Read More

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March 11, 2016

Opinion: Bukola Saraki, the one-man wrecking crew, goes to court at last

Finally, after unprecedented delays, orchestrated postponements, and induced adjournments, Bukola Mesujamba Saraki goes to court today. His appearance at the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) today renews hope to Nigerians because the suspense has been killing them. The Nigerian people can now respond to his court appearance with collective sigh. It has been a good... Read More

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March 11, 2016

How former NIMASA director bought N70m property in Lekki

A prosecution witness for the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC), on Thursday, informed a High court that he helped a former Executive Director, Maritime Safety and Shipping Development at the Nigeria Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, Ezekiel Agada, to buy a N70 million property in Lekki with funds allegedly stolen from NIMASA. Agada- alongside... Read More

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N70 million, NIMASA, property lekki

March 11, 2016

YNaija Editorial: Nigerians need to know more about the Islamic Coalition on terrorism

About two months ago, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia announced the formation of a coalition of 34 Muslim countries to fight terrorism and in the words of the Saudi government, “a duty to protect the Islamic nation from the evils of all terrorist groups and organizations, whatever their sect and name, which wreak death and... Read More

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March 11, 2016

SHOCKER: Jonathan’s govt wasted N2.2bn on ‘special prayers’ against Boko Haram

New revelation suggests that former President Goodluck Jonathan, spent a whooping N2.2 billion on prayers against Boko Haram. The last administration was said to have spent the money on special prayers in Nigeria and Saudi Arabia to win the war against insurgency. The N2.2 billion was disbursed through the Office of the former National Security... Read More

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March 11, 2016

Imo govt to IPOB: ‘You not only embarrassed Okorocha, but all of Ndigbo’

Imo State Government has reacted to the attempts made by members of Indigenous People of Biafra, to disrupt the speech of Governor Rochas Okorocha at Chatham House, London, where he spoke on Tuesday. According to the Imo state government, it would be hard to believe that IPOB was fighting for Ndigbo, if its members can... Read More

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March 11, 2016

‘I’m not a criminal’ | Nigerian man assaulted by London police (WATCH)

A video has surfaced on the internet, depicting a Nigerian man being tackled by several officers of the London Metropolitan Police. Screaming ‘I’m not a criminal’, the unidentified Nigerian man repeatedly rebuffed the attempts of the police officers to handcuff him. Hence, he was assaulted and beaten with a baton. The incident reportedly took place... Read More

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March 11, 2016

Plot to defraud CBN uncovered [DETAILS]

The Central Bank of Nigeria has announced the discovery of a highly sophisticated plan to defraud the apex bank by some criminally-minded elements. The CBN however, disclosed on Thursday, that the plot has been aborted by officials of the bank. It was also revealed that all the key personnel of the CBN involved in the... Read More

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CBN, Corporate Communications, defraud, Mr. Isaac Okorafor

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