by Ranti Joseph Igbo Leaders in the 19 northern States declared support for the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Mohammadu Buhari, urging him to rescue the country from being run aground by President Goodluck Jonathan. The Leaders on Friday, who paid a courtesy visit to Buhari at his presidential campaign headquarters in... Read More
by Anike Jacobs Tonyé, an international recording Artist & Songwriter is our celebrity guest for the weekend. Born in England, she spent most of her childhood and adult years in Paris, Nigeria, and Washington, DC, her formal educational background is in International Business & Fashion Merchandising. Her resume includes work for two major financial firms:... Read More
by Ranti Joseph Unknown gunmen on Friday night kidnapped the Emir of Bukkuyum, Mohammed Usman. The gunmen reportedly invaded the headquarters of Bukkuyum local Government Area of Zamfara state, where they shot sporadically and chased away residents. Details of the incident are still sketchy but witnesses say the attackers confiscated the Emir’s telephone handsets and... Read More
by Ayodeji Faniyan Serena Williams, a 19 time grand slam champion has withdrawn from the India Open Wells championship due to a knee Injury she pulled during practice two days ago. “A couple of days ago in my practice I just really injured my knee and I fought through it and I kept playing. Today... Read More
by Kolapo Olapoju Richard Grenell, a former spokesperson for four United States Ambassadors to the United Nations, says the emergence of the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress, General Muhammadu Buhari, as winner of the election would be a disaster for the entire African continent. Grenell made the assertion in a piece titled: “Nigeria... Read More
by Chinwe Okafor Lee Daniels and Danny Strong’s breakout hip hop drama is changing the TV game and the people’s perception, making Wednesday night one to look forward to. It currently holds the position for the highest rated TV show of all time since Shonda Rhimes’ Grey’s Anatomy. The finale alone brought about over 11.3 million people... Read More
by Willow Danan Nigeria has come to a major crossroad in our trek along time, where the events, no matter how subtle will definitely have destiny altering consequences for all in the country. We are at a point where we are in a battle for our Nation’s Survival, where only grim possibilities are the foreseeable... Read More
by Damilola Jagun President Goodluck Jonathan has taken responsibility for the menace of Boko Haram in Nigeria. In an interview with the British Broadcasting Corporation on Friday, March 20, the President said: “Whatever goes wrong, I accept. Whatever goes right, I take the glory. Whenever I hear that somebody dies in Nigeria. I feel pain... Read More
by Anike Jacobs It is said that ‘behind any successful man is a woman’ and this applies to Barrister (Mrs) Caroline Adeneye who dotes on her husband, Dayo Adeneye, fondly known as D-One. In a recent interview with The Nation newspaper, she opens up on their marriage and more. See excerpts: How do you feel when... Read More
by Kolapo Olapoju The Peoples Democratic Party Presidential Campaign Organisation claims that the All Progressives Congress is planning to announce fake presidential election results on the alleged ‘Radio Chanji’ after voting has been concluded next week. As always, the Director of Media and Publicity of the campaign organisation, Femi Fani-Kayode,made the allegation at a news... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche As the annual #YNaijaPower List enters its 4th year, we bring you the most influential young Nigerians under 40 who are giving the term white collar job a whole new meaning. From boardrooms to high rise hotel lobbies, business class to multi city stops, these guys operate at the highest levels. ... Read More
by Damilola Jagun The National Coordinator, Oodua Peoples Congress, Gani Adams, has revealed the reasons for his endorsement and support of President Goodluck Jonathan. Adams revealed to Punch newspapers on Wednesday, March 18, that his support for the President wasn’t solely dependent on the N9bn pipeline contract recently secured from the Federal Government. He insisted that his major reason... Read More
by Anike Jacobs Veteran actor, Akin Lewis has opened up on his failed marriage among other things. In a recent chat with Sun newspaper, Akin Lewis who became a TV star at 22 following his stint in sitcom, Why Worry, revealed thus: “Hmmm, my saddest moment was when my first marriage broke up. For 27 years,... Read More
by Anike Jacobs A middle-aged vulcaniser, Stephen Eze, allegedly hacked his friend and business neighbour, Mr. Ikenna Anayo Omeje, to death over N100 debt at Orba, Udenu Local Government Area of Enugu State on Thursday. Sun newspaper reports that the suspect, Mr. Eze who hails from Edem Ani in Nsukka Local Government Area and the... Read More
by Anike Jacobs Nollywood actor, Emeka Ike has reacted to the removal of Ibinabo Fiberesima, as president of Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN). The actor, who has always been against Ibinabo’s enthronement as the guild leader, stated that he gives her 24 hours to apologise to the guild and vacate her seat or face being dragged... Read More
by Anike Jacobs Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has explained why he has been absent at All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign rallies – and no, it’s not because he is angry. Speaking in an interview with BBC Hausa on Friday, March 20, Atiku said he had not been invited to the campaign rallies and... Read More
by Anike Jacobs Apparently, reggae town hall artiste Patoranking is not a dad yet. The little boy whose photos he (Patoranking) has been uploading on his Instagram page is his little brother and not his son as we all thought. Over the past year, the striking resemblance between them made us believe Patoranking already has... Read More
by Chinwe Okafor Did Dbanj lose his way? D’banj recently made an appearance at the Lagos headquarters of the National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), in a bid to show support for the organization’s activities. The entertainer visited the organization’s laboratories at Oshodi and Yaba, commending the team for their hard work. He explained... Read More
by Anike Jacobs Last night, news broke out that Iyanya’s manager and CEO of Made Men Music Group, Ubi Franklin was engaged to Nollywood actress and hit series, Clinic Matters star, Lilian Esoro. However, we have just found out that nothing of such happened or so it seems. The supposed bride-to-be Lilian Esoro denied the report... Read More
by Ranti Joseph Experts warned against any premature declaration of victory, with Boko Haram still proving capable of carrying out deadly hit-and-run strikes and indications of coalition lapses. Nigeria’s President Goodluck Jonathan on Friday said the military hopes to recapture towns seized by Boko Haram within a month, in what would be a swift victory... Read More
by Chioma Ogwuegbu Buhari with his current team can put a stop to this journey towards destruction. For this reason, I choose General Muhammad Buhari, to bring Nigeria back to the right path. Last October after the APC presidential primaries, I tweeted these words ‘I will never vote Buhari.’ I had my reasons, the major... Read More
by Ranti Joseph The All Progressives Congress (APC) has urged voters to ignore the unlawful order by the Inspector-General of Police urging them to go home after casting their ballots during the forthcoming elections. In a statement issued in Lagos on Friday by its National Publicity Secretary, Lai Mohammed, the party said the electorate should... Read More
by Chinwe Okafor After being dumped by her long-term boyfriend, 20-year-old Jun Tang decided to try a newer effective method to win her man back, News.com.au reports. Her campaign involved “hassling” her ex and also “pressuring” his new girlfriend, 22-year-old Rong Tsao, to dump him in turn. It all got very complicated, so the man in the... Read More
The El Clasico On Sunday night, Barcelona will host Real Madrid in the latest installment of the El Clasico. Both teams come into the tie with differing forms. Lionel Messi has been spectacular for the Catalans, while Carlo Ancelotti’s men are struggling bad, with Cristiano Ronaldo off colour. It promises to be a tasty affair.... Read More
by Ranti Joseph President Goodluck Jonathan said although he was ready and willing to continue to serve as the President of the country, he is not desperate to continue in office. Jonathan made the statement on Friday, March 20, at the public launch of a book, The People’s Choice: The story of President Goodluck Jonathan,... Read More
by Kolapo Olapoju Leader of Oodua People’s Congress (OPC), Dr. Fredrick Fasehun may have spewed a little more than he can chew. Fasehun stated that INEC Chairman, Attahiru Jega, was compelled to postpone the general election from February 14 to March 28th, when it became obvious that President Goodluck Jonathan would lose the presidential election.... Read More
by Kolapo Olapoju Pro-Jonathan apologist, Mr Aye Dee has compared the abducted Chibok girls to his father’s goat that went missing when he was a child. Aye Dee made the shocking comparison during a sit-down with Kayode Ogundamisi in a political chat on his Politricks show. Watch video below:
by Jewel Stephen Paradigm Initiative Nigeria hosted #SMWDigitalJobs at the 2015 edition of Social Media Week on the 23rd of February, 2015 with 182 participants in attendance from across Nigeria. The event was moderated by PIN’s Executive Director, ‘Gbenga Sesan. Panelists at the event were Tolulope Adeleru Balogun (Journalist and OAP at Nigerian Info 99.9... Read More
by Ranti Joseph Former Federal Commissioner for Information and South South leader, Edwin Clark claims that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its presidential candidate, President Goodluck Jonathan have already won the election. He made the comments on Thursday, March 19, at his Asokoro residence, Abuja when he received Youth Enlightenment Solution (YES). He warned that... Read More
by Temitope Onitiju E.M.E act and Metro Taxi Ambassador, Shaydee has just dropped a hot video for his new single “High”. The video which was directed by E.M.E boss, Banky W and leading music video director, Adasa Cookey was shot in exotic locations in Lagos. Featuring Banky W as a bartender, the colorful video tells... Read More