See photos from the explosion at Adamawa Police Command

A bomb explosion took place on Thursday, within the premises of the Adamawa Police Command’s anti-bomb squad and motor traffic department in Jimeta, Yola. The bomb was said to have been caused by accidental discharge resulting from the manhandling of explosives. See photos below, as obtained from The Nation.

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February 25, 2016

Adamawa explosion possibly caused by ‘accidental discharge’

Accidental discharge is the likely cause of Thursday morning’s explosion in the Jimeta Divisional Police Headquarters, in Yola, Adamawa state. The explosion was reported to have rocked the police station which is located in a commercial area surrounded by a market, school, Prison Yard, Post Office and a television station. According to PR Nigeria, a... Read More

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February 25, 2016

Court says Metuh’s ‘fundamental rights’ not violated

Spokesperson of the Peoples Democratic Party, Olisa Metuh has been ordered to pay N20,000 each to six of the defendants in a fundamental rights suit he filed against the federal government. Metuh had approached Justice Abang Okon of the Federal High Court in Abuja, to challenge the grounds of his arrest by the Economic and... Read More

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dismiss, fine, high court, legal

February 25, 2016

Funke Akindele set to marry JJC Skillz?

Popular Nollywood actress of ‘Jenifa’ fame- Funke Akindele is reported to be preparing to walk down the aisle for the second time. London-based musician, Abdul Rasheed Bello popularly known as JJC Skillz, purportedly asked for her hand in marriage, and the Nollywood actress is said to have agreed to marry him. Entertainment Express reports that... Read More

Funke Akindele, JJC Skillz, Marriage

February 25, 2016

D’banj finally compensates ‘Emergency’ producer (WATCH)

Yesterday, it was revealed that a producer named P-Loops claimed to have been responsible for D’banj‘s record –Emergency. P-Loops, Pulse.ng reports, called out the singer for not compensating him for his production in spite of the success of the single. The report also stated that D’banj got the beat for the song from fellow artiste, Olu... Read More

D'banj, emergency, Olu Miantain, P-Loops

February 25, 2016

Police Divisional HQ in Adamawa rocked by explosion

Jimeta Divisional Police Headquarters, in Yola, Adamawa State has been rocked by a powerful explosion. The explosion, which occurred at about 11:44 am on Thursday, is suspected to be from a bomb, Premium Times reports. A witness, Ibrahim Bello, a resident of the area, was quoted to have said that the “blast is so powerful... Read More

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adamawa, explosion, Police HQ

February 25, 2016

NPFL roundup: MFM FC still on fire, Rangers stage fiery comeback | More stories

This weekday round of matches promised to be an exciting encounter across different venues in the country, and yes, it was. Kano Pillar lost in Warri to a late Kevin Itoya goal against Warri Wolves in what was described as the biggest game of the week. Also, Chisom Chikatara who surprisingly still lines up for... Read More

MFM FC, NPFL Roundup, rangers

February 25, 2016

Shehu Sani says Chibok girls are ‘still alive’, reveals how they can be rescued

The senator representing Kaduna Central district, Shehu Sani has stated that the abducted Chibok girls will be found but implored the Federal Government to negotiate with some persons to get the girls out of their current danger. The senator said that the recent happenings in the country pointed to the fact that the carnage the... Read More

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boko haram, Federal Government, terrorism

February 25, 2016

9 ways the colour Pink can add a mature touch to your interior

Using pink as a color theme for interior decoration is almost always by preference and/or an option for those who lik…

February 25, 2016

Prominent Nigerian designer, Lanre Da-Silva Ajayi is Editor-at-Large of TheOtherStyle.com

Nigerian fashion powerhouse and founder of the eponymous design label, Lanre Da-Silva Ajayi (LDA) has recently been announced as Editor-at-Large of new fashion site, TheOtherStyle.com. LDA brings a wealth of experience gathered from 11 years of translating passion for fashion into the creation of an acclaimed brand, which has become a favourite among the media,... Read More

Lanre Da-Silva Ajayi (LDA), TheOtherStyle.com

February 25, 2016

Adele lets out an ocean of tears at the 2016 Brit Awards (WATCH)

Talk about being overwhelmed with your success and bursting into tears and blurting out swear words at the same time. This is exactly what happened to British singer, Adele at the 2016 Brit Awards last night as she cried and cursed during the acceptance speech of her third award of the night ‘the Global Success Award’. “I... Read More

2016 Brit awards, Adele

February 25, 2016

4 policemen under investigation over kidnap of Jonathan’s uncle

The policemen who were stationed to guard the house of ex-President Goodluck Jonathan’s uncle have been arrested by the police. Chief Inegite was kidnapped for the second time on Sunday, February 17, 2016, after he was earlier kidnapped on February 28 from his house and later freed by security agents on March 10 in 2014.... Read More

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Bayelsa, crime, Goodluck Jonathan, kidnap, police

February 25, 2016

‘You’re ruining my childhood memories’ | Cynthia Morgan begs Psquare to kiss and make up (READ)

Down the years, we have heard quite a lot about ofthe reported divide in the household of the Okoyes but in the last two weeks, tempers have risen, there’s been heated verbal exchanges, and some dirty laundry have been aired between them on social media. In view of this, many have feared that the group... Read More

Cynthia Morgan, Jude Okoye, paul okoye, peter okoye, PSquare

February 25, 2016

Waje, Omawumi, Naeto C, Ezinne Chinkata, Latasha Ngwube Attend ZAZAII’s Debut Pop Up Party

Fashion retail store, ZAZAII held its debut Pop Up Party on Sunday January 30, 2016 at its flagship store located at …

February 25, 2016

Much more football in your life… your DStv Compact bouquet just got bigger

Get ready for much more football than you can handle with the best of English, Spanish and European football coming into your living rooms on the DStv Compact Bouquet. Watch all the big matches of the Barclay’s Premier League, La Liga and the UEFA Euro 2016 championship and cheer your favourite team in the comfort... Read More

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compact, DSTV, football, SuperSport, zapper decoder

February 25, 2016

Opinion: Nigerian leaders and the curse of oil boom

From all indications worldwide, the era of the petroleum boom is over. The era started in the opening years of the last century, the years of the great discoveries that have shaped the modern world – namely electricity (and its applications in lighting, radio, television and, ultimately, the computer), the internal combustion engine (and its... Read More

dubai, nigeria, Oil, Petroleum

February 25, 2016

THE YNAIJA TRACKLIST: The Clinton scandals never stop | The US Republican Party is broken | Senate prunes TSA charges | More stories

Jonathan’s ADC drags EFCC over illegal detention, demands N100 million damages. Leadership Why Metuh must have his day in court. Vanguard Buhari vows to punish culprits responsible of padding the budget. This Day EFCC arrests PDP deputy chairman, Uche Secondus. Leadership Security operative interrogated for shooting inside Aso Rock. Punch Senate cuts TSA charges from... Read More

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EFCC, jonathan, RIckey Tarfa, supreme court, tracklist, TSA

February 25, 2016

YNaija partners Stopgo Movement to bring #HOME project to Babcock University

YNaija, the internet newspaper for young Nigerians is partnering with Stopgo Movement to launch the #HOME Pproject. #HOME is a home improvement awareness campaign to sensitize residents of Ilishan-Remo community – Babcock University’s host community – about the benefits of healthy living. “#HOME simply means I am back home to give back to the community... Read More

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Babcock University, Ilishan Remo, Stopgo movement, ynaija

February 25, 2016

Ajak Deng quits modeling after walking for Marc Jacobs, others at New York Fashion Week 2016

Ajak Deng may likely be leaving the modeling industry for good. The 26-year-old Australian model announced this via h…

February 25, 2016

Lara Kudayisi-Emeralds: 7 signs you’re dating an ‘Up Nepa’ lover

Sometimes, you encounter people whom you click with instantly and you just can’t seem to have enough of them. You kick off on a high note and at some point, the relationship is at a low. Today, he/she is declaring love and tomorrow they are not picking your calls. But they just show up again... Read More

February 25, 2016

Senator Marafa’s rift with Saraki’s Senate is ‘misconceived’ – House of Reps

Embattled senator who represents Zamfara Central, Kabiru Marafa has been cautioned by some members of the House of Representative over his outspoken criticism of the senate. Marafa has been in the news in recent time for making disparaging comments about the senate. He had alleged that the Senate President, Bukola Saraki was deliberately stalling the... Read More

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battle, House of Reps, Marafa, Politics, Saraki

February 25, 2016

‘Ijaw is Biafra’ – Asari Dokubo

Mujahid Asari Dokubo, leader of the Niger Delta People’s Volunteer Front, says the name ‘Biafra’ originated from Ijaw land. Dokubo said that it was an Ijaw man, who suggested the name at a meeting convened by the deceased leader of the defunct Republic of Biafra, Chukwuemeka Ojukwu. According to the activist/former militant leader, the name... Read More

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Asari Dokubo, biafra, Ijaw

February 25, 2016

EFCC should produce Tompolo, it’s not our duty – Lawyers

The lawyers representing a former Niger Delta militant leader, Government Ekpemupolo (Tompolo)- Messrs Tayo Oyetibo and Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, have stated that they are not bound to produce him before the Federal High Court in Lagos. Tompolo, who was recently declared wanted, has been on the run since the court summoned him and also issued two... Read More

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EFCC, lawyers, Tompolo

February 25, 2016

‘Biafra is the only answer to Nigeria’s problems’ – IPOB

The Indigenous People of Biafra, has stated that ‘Biafra’ is the only solution to the problems bedeviling Nigeria. IPOB described the leaders of the All Progressives Congress-led government as ‘confused and dumb’ people who led Nigeria into the current economic crisis.+ The pro-Biafra group on Wednesday, also embarked on a fasting and prayer session for... Read More

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APC, biafra, IPOB

Hameed Ali says most Customs officers are not corrupt | YNaija.com

February 25, 2016

Customs Boss may be arrested over ‘lopsided appointments and promotions’

The House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions has threatened to order the arrest of the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Col. Hameed Ali (retd.). The Federal Lawmakers, on Wednesday, said it would be forced to take such an action should the Customs Boss continue to refuse to honour an invitation to appear before... Read More

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Customs, Hameed Ali, lawmakers, lopsided promotions

February 25, 2016

How security operative discharged his weapon inside presidential villa

A security breach was said to have occurred inside the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Tuesday, when an operative discharged his weapon. The incident was reported to have involved one of the security operatives attached to a delegation of the Danish Foreign Affairs Minister, Kristian Jensen, who had paid a visit to the Vice President Yemi... Read More

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Presidential Villa, Security operative

February 25, 2016

Unpredictable naira settles at 300 to $1

After series of erratic fluctuations, the naira settled at 300 against the United States dollar at the parallel market on Wednesday, February 24. The Nigerian currency, which reached a record low of 391 against the greenback last Thursday, had began an upward movement from Monday, when it rose to 375 and 310 on Tuesday. The... Read More

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naira, US dollar

February 25, 2016

How Nigerian Army dislogded Boko Haram from Dikwa

In continuation of its recent victories over the dreaded Boko Haram terrorist, the Nigerian army, on Wednesday, released a statement on how it recorded a resounding victory against the Islamic fundamentalists, that have terrorized much of the Northeastern part of Nigeria for several years. The statement, which was signed by Colonel Sani Kukasheka Usman, Acting... Read More

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boko haram, Dikwa, Nigerian Army

February 24, 2016

Redux Digital launches TheOtherStyle.com, Sounds.ng and PartyJollof.com

Redux Digital, the new digital company focused on mass audiences across Africa will be officially launching its three digital products. The African fashion site TheOtherStyle.com, the West African shareable content site PartyJollof.com and the Nigerian music site Sounds.ng will be launched at a Social Media Week Lagos event on Thursday, 25 February 2015. “We kicked... Read More

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Adamawa explosion possibly caused by ‘accidental discharge’

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D’banj finally compensates ‘Emergency’ producer (WATCH)

Police Divisional HQ in Adamawa rocked by explosion

NPFL roundup: MFM FC still on fire, Rangers stage fiery comeback | More stories

Shehu Sani says Chibok girls are ‘still alive’, reveals how they can be rescued

9 ways the colour Pink can add a mature touch to your interior

EiE hosts conversations on citizens, technology & government at Social Media Week Lagos

Prominent Nigerian designer, Lanre Da-Silva Ajayi is Editor-at-Large of TheOtherStyle.com

Adele lets out an ocean of tears at the 2016 Brit Awards (WATCH)

4 policemen under investigation over kidnap of Jonathan’s uncle

‘You’re ruining my childhood memories’ | Cynthia Morgan begs Psquare to kiss and make up (READ)

Waje, Omawumi, Naeto C, Ezinne Chinkata, Latasha Ngwube Attend ZAZAII’s Debut Pop Up Party

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Opinion: Nigerian leaders and the curse of oil boom

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YNaija partners Stopgo Movement to bring #HOME project to Babcock University

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Lara Kudayisi-Emeralds: 7 signs you’re dating an ‘Up Nepa’ lover

Senator Marafa’s rift with Saraki’s Senate is ‘misconceived’ – House of Reps

‘Ijaw is Biafra’ – Asari Dokubo

EFCC should produce Tompolo, it’s not our duty – Lawyers

‘Biafra is the only answer to Nigeria’s problems’ – IPOB

Customs Boss may be arrested over ‘lopsided appointments and promotions’

How security operative discharged his weapon inside presidential villa

Unpredictable naira settles at 300 to $1

How Nigerian Army dislogded Boko Haram from Dikwa

Redux Digital launches TheOtherStyle.com, Sounds.ng and PartyJollof.com

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