November 6, 2015

Say Cheese! Watch the moment Uti and RMD pose for first-ever selfie from space

Uti Nwachukwu and Richard Mofe-Damijo, on Thursday, joined a select group of people to appear in the first-ever selfie from space as part of the Spectre experience. Uti captured the historical moment as he posted the video on Instagram. The pair were also fortunate to meet famous wrestler; Batista who plays the villain role in James Bond... Read More

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Golden Eaglets win the U-17 world cup | YNaija.com

November 6, 2015

Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets qualify for World Cup finals

Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets have qualified for the final of the ongoing U-17 World Cup going on Chile. The Emmanuel Amuneke-led team defeated Mexico to qualify for the final by 4 goals to 2. The coach of the Mexican team, Mario Arteaga, had earlier expressed confidence that his team would win after expressing doubts over the true... Read More

Belgium, fifa, Ghana, mali, mexico, nigeria, u-17 world cup

November 5, 2015

N2 billion arms deal: Why DSS blocked Dasuki’s medical trip

The Department of State Services says it stopped the foreign trip of former National Security Adviser, Col. Sambo Dasuki (retd.), because of his refusal to honour the agency’s invitation. A Federal High Court had a few days ago, ordered the security agency to release Dasuki’s passport, so he can proceed on a trip abroad for medical... Read More

November 5, 2015

Episode 3: The ‘Saraki and supporters club’ show at the Conduct Tribunal (PHOTOS)

The trial continues… and so does the show. Senate President, Bukola Saraki, was yet again, escorted to the Code of Conduct Tribunal by Senators-cum-Supporters of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Yet again, the upper chamber of the National Assembly abandoned its legislative duties to attend to more pressing matters- the trial of Bukola Saraki. The Senators, in... Read More

Bukola Saraki, senators, Tribunal

November 5, 2015

‘We’ll deliver on all election promises… PDP will be put to shame’ – APC

The All Progressives Congress has reassured Nigerians that it intends to deliver on the promises it made during electioneering. The ruling party has of late, come under intense pressure over a perceived lack of commitment to the pledges made during the last presidential election campaign. On Wednesday, at the Senate, APC lawmakers shut down the... Read More

5000, APC, campaign promises, Olisa Metuh, PDP

November 5, 2015

Photo-story: Day 1 of the presidential retreat for Ministers-Designate

The 36 ministers-designate converged at the Presidential Villa on Thursday, for the commencement of the 2-day retreat. The retreat, which is to familiarize the ministers-designate with President Buhari’s agenda, took place at the Banquet Hall of the state house, Abuja. President Muhammadu Buhari arrives National anthem President Buhari addresses the Ministers-Designate Buhari and Vice President, Prof Yemi... Read More

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November 5, 2015

Oshiomhole’s probe of Lucky Igbinedion is ‘political witch-hunt’ – PDP

The Peoples Democratic Party has described Edo State government’s proposed probe of former Governor Lucky Igbinedion, as political witch-hunting. Igbinedion was accused of making $31million fraudulent withdrawal from the state’s coffers during his tenure as governor. Edo State Publicity Secretary of the PDP, Chris Nehikhare, said at a press briefing on Thursday, that Governor’s Oshiomhole’s action reeks... Read More

Edo state, igbinedion, Oshiomhole, PDP, PROBE

November 5, 2015

Caleb Tochukwu Okereke: Dear Aunty, let me tell you the things that have changed

It has been one year and a month since you left. Your last moments I remember were spent in the Lagos hospital, surrounded by family, sympathizers and the apathetic medical personnel’s. You died from insufficient attention on every part, from the nurses who were too busy, perhaps quibbling about the new wig that lined Balogun... Read More

November 5, 2015

With This Ring: The Origins of Wedding Traditions Explained

by Ada Ebunam Hullo Ladies, Have you ever wondered about wedding day traditions? You know, such as why we “tie the kn…

November 5, 2015

Boko Haram base bombed by Niger air force

Striking its deadliest blow in eight months, Niger’s air force bombed a Boko Haram base in the south-east of the West African country. Security sources were quoted to have said that over 20 militants were arrested in the course of the attack of Thursday. Niger government forces were reported to have gone after the insurgents following the recent... Read More

boko haram, Chad, insurgency, Military, nigeria

November 5, 2015

OLX ensures users safety on the site as two scammers are brought to justice

Speaking on the partnership Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Charles Okafor stated that “the Nigerian Police Force is actively working with OLX to ensure online offenders (scammers) are caught and brought to justice”. He also commended OLX on their dedication to keeping their site safe for Nigerian citizens.

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November 5, 2015

N5,000 monthly stipend: “APC swindled Nigeria with false promises” – PDP

The Peoples Democratic Party says the All Progressives Congress, deceived Nigerians with fake promises during electioneering. The opposition party stated that the rejection of the N5,000 monthly stipend by APC Senators, is indicative of the party’s monumental hypocrisy. National Publicity Secretary of the PDP, Olisa Metuh, released a statement on the matter on Thursday, saying the... Read More

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November 5, 2015

#Our5k: Twitter reacts to monthly stipend for unemployed youth

It’s been trending all day. Even though its only been in office for 6-months, the Nigerian Twitter community has laid siege to the Presidency, over one of its lofty electoral promises- monthly payment of N5,000 to unemployed youth. See the tweets below:

November 5, 2015

Waje considers having plastic surgery on her… (WATCH)

Soul Diva, Waje, has hinted her intention of having plastic surgery on her breasts. The singer recently revealed that rather than go for breast enhancement surgery, she would like to have breast reduction surgery. She made the revelation on this week’s episode of MTV Base Word On The Street with VJ Stephanie while responding to... Read More

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November 5, 2015

Ezekwesili to Saraki: ‘It’s selfish to turn the Senate to your supporters club’

Former Minister of Education, Obiageli Ezekwesili, has berated the Senate President, Bukola Saraki for allowing several senators accompany him to the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) trial. During his first appearance before the tribunal on September 22, Saraki was escorted by over 50 Senators from the All Progressives Congress and Peoples Democratic Party. The second time the... Read More

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November 5, 2015

‘Avoid waste and conserve resources’ – Buhari tells Ministers-Designate

President Muhammadu Buhari has advised his Ministers-Designate to be prudent with the resources of the nation. While making his opening remarks at a retreat organised by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation for ministers-designate, Buhari said his administration would be judged by how many Nigerians are moved out of poverty. Buhari urged... Read More

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November 5, 2015

Pastor Emmanuel’s ‘spiritual cleansing’ has a price tag of N1.4m

Pastor Emmanuel Okwedimbu, charged a certain Amobi Charles, N1.4 million, for spiritual cleansing. Pastor Emmanuel, who also threatened to kill Charles, was arraigned in an Ejigbo Magistrates’ Court, Lagos, on Thursday. He was arraigned on a six-count charge of fraud, theft, felony, threat to life, breach of peace and infringement. The prosecuting officer, Sgt. Babaji Ishaku, revealed to... Read More

Ejigbo, N1.4M, Pastor Emmanuel, spiritual cleansing

November 5, 2015

RCCG pastor kidnapped, abductors demand N200k for phone calls, N30m ransom

A Redeemed Christian Church of God Pastor, Mark Christmas has been abducted by gunmen in Bayelsa state. Christmas, who heads the New Anointing Chapel parish, was kidnapped alongside two of his church members in his hometown. The abductors have demanded for a N30m ransom and an additional N200,000 for phone calls. Evelyn, the pastor’s wife, narrated... Read More

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November 5, 2015

#ThrowbackThursday: 7 Nigerian R’n’B hit songs of the last decade

In the midst of the noise, chaff and cluttered sound that’s sometimes the Nigerian music industry, there’s been some quality music that’s been soothing and pleasing to the ears. In honour of throwback Thursday, YNaija presents 7 memorable Nigerian R’n’B classics in the last decade (2005 -2015). Not the girl -Darey Don’t Break My heart -Banky... Read More

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November 5, 2015

Saraki’s lawyers walk out as tribunal rules on continuance of trial

Bukola Saraki’s 13-count charge of false asset declaration at the Code of Conduct Tribunal, will proceed as scheduled. In spite of the Senate President’s appeal at the Supreme court, the tribunal ruled on Thursday, that the trial will continue. Federal government’s counsel, Rotimi Jacobs, told the tribunal that the Abuja Division of the Court of Appeal had delivered a... Read More

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Bukola Saraki, Code of conduct tribunal, lawyers, walk out

November 5, 2015

12 participants selected for Biola Alabi’s ‘Grooming for Greatness’ program

The Grooming for Greatness fellowship program kicked off on October 22 after a search which received over 350 applications from Africans all over the world. The 12 lucky finalists selected spent 3 days gaining insight from accomplished speakers and engaging in actualization sessions to guide them on their leadership journey. Biola Alabi, the Managing Partner... Read More

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November 5, 2015

‘Delivering change’ | Ministers-Designate retreat begins

President Buhari’s 2-day retreat for his Ministers-designate has begun at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The retreat, which has been declared open by the President, is taking place at the Old Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa. The purpose of the retreat is to familiarize the Ministers-Designate with the agenda and blueprint of President Muhammadu Buhari. The... Read More

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November 5, 2015

DSS raids Sambo Dasuki’s home, again

The Department of State Security has yet again, raided the home of the former National Security Adviser, Sambo Dasuki. Punch reports that Dasuki’s home was raided on Thursday morning. The invasion on the ex-NSA’s home by DSS is reportedly an attempt to stop him from travelling abroad for medical treatement. A Federal High Court, in Abuja,... Read More

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DSS, medical treatment, raid, Sambo Dasuki

November 5, 2015

Saraki arrives Conduct Tribunal trial with ‘many’ Senators

The trial of Bukola Saraki, at the Code of Conduct Tribunal, resumes on Thursday. The Senate President is facing a 13-count charge bordering on alleged corruption and false declaration of assets. Saraki’s attempt to stop the trial from proceeding hit a snag after the Court of Appeal in Abuja, refused his request last week. Like his... Read More

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November 5, 2015

Wizkid and Davido pipped by Fuse ODG at MOBO awards + Full winners list

UK based Ghanaian singer, Fuse ODG claimed the Best African act award at the MOBO Awards 2015. He beat the likes of Davido, one time winner, Wizkid, Patoranking, Moelogo, Yemi Alade, Aka, Mista Silva, Shatta Wale and Silvastone, in the category. The 20th edition of the awards ceremony took place at the First Direct Arena in... Read More

November 5, 2015

‘We recognize the borders laid down at Independence’ | UK government’s position on Biafra

The British government is reported to have said it does not support the agitation and calls for a Biafran nation to be carved out of Nigeria, essentially secession. A representative of the UK government in Nigeria, was quoted to have said that his country still recognizes the ‘borders laid down at Independence’. To this effect, the British High... Read More

biafra, british, nigeria, Nnamdi Kanu

November 5, 2015

This is why Ebola survivor, Dr. Ada, was delivered of baby in the U.S

It’s over a year since WHO declared Nigeria, an Ebola free country, and now, Nigeria celebrates baby-birthing by a survivor of the deadly disease. Dr. Ada Igonoh, Ebola survivor, was delivered of her baby in the United States and First Consultant Medical Centre’s Chief Medical Director, Dr. Benjamin Ohiaeri has explained why. At a news conference in Lagos on Wednesday,... Read More

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November 5, 2015

THE YNAIJA TRACKLIST: Putin more powerful than Obama| Fulani may sue Fani-Kayode | MASSOB threatens Army | More stories

FG approves payment of N413 billion subsidy funds. This Day Saraki begs senators to follow him to conduct trial. YNaija Fulani group threatens Fani-Kayode to apologize. Leadership Robbers attacks banks in Igarra, kills 6. This Day MASSOB gives Army 48-hour ultimatum to release its members. YNaija Senate urges Buhari to probe SURE-P. Nation NEF says... Read More

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November 5, 2015

Able-bodied man blames his parents for his robbery career

24-year-old Lekan Jimoh got arrested following a tip off by the police while he and his gang were preparing for another robbery operation in Orile, Lagos. Jimoh blamed his parents for his plight saying they practically forced him into the act when they refused to fend for him, while he took his vocational training in carpentry.... Read More

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The Eddie Murphy bunch... one more en route | YNaija.com

November 5, 2015

Eddie Murphy set to have 4th baby-mama

All hail the baby-mama King! Famous comic actor, Eddie Murphy is set to welcome his ninth child with girlfriend Paige Butcher. The 38 year old model and actress is set to be Eddie Murphy’s fourth baby mama when she delivers the child. The funny man has five kids with ex-wife, Nicole Mitchell: Bria, 25, Myles, 22, Shayne, 21,... Read More

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