Cristiano Ronaldo tops the list of richest footballers in the world – see others

by Mark Bassey Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo, has been named the richest footballer in the world, with a personal fortune of £152m. The Portuguese is top of the list, ahead of eternal rival, Lionel Messi, who is in second place, with £7m less of Ronaldo’s wealth. According to Goal’s Rich List which was released... Read More

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Abia APC deputy gov’norship candidate defects to PDP

by Akan Ido The All Progressives Congress (APC) deputy gubernatorial Candidate for Abia State, Prince Fred Eke Idika today dumped the party for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) with over 20,000 of his loyal supporters. Idika announced his decision to switch parties at the PDP women’s wing Presidential Rally in Umuahia, Abia State capital on Thursday... Read More

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Afrosoul Queen Teni releases new single ‘Bad Boy’ featuring Shank (WATCH)

by Chinwe Okafor Teni is a singer and producer who is proving to be the rising star of African soul music. She recently released stunning visuals to her new dancehall inspired single ‘Bad Boy’ featuring artiste and producer, Shank which was produced by Teni herself, Shank and John Black. The song is currently receiving massive airplay Teni is expected to... Read More

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Maryam Abacha celebrates her 68th birthday in style (PHOTOS)

by Chinwe Okafor Maryam Abacha recently clocked 68 and the wife of the late military despot, Sani Abacha decided to spend her special day with her immediate family. She looked all so graceful donned in black all round. See pictures from the event below;

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PDP accuses APC of paying monies into accounts of INEC officials

by Ranti Joseph The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Wednesday said the string of false alarms and outright lies that characterized Wednesday’s press conference addressed by the All Progressives Congress (APC) has clearly justified its profiling as a party of one week, one lie. PDP National Publicity Secretary, Olisa Metuh in a statement said Nigerians... Read More

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Synagogue building foundation was indeed faulty – 7 important things you didn’t read yesterday (but should have)

by Kolapo Olapoju Fellow Nigerians, below are 7 pertinent stories you didn’t read yesterday… but should really have. 1. Steal from the house of the Lord… and die. When three armed robbers went to steal N954,000 church offering, from St James’ Cathedral Bishops’ Court, Igarra, Edo state,- two out of them never knew would end up dead, and... Read More

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Timaya and friends step up to the Johnnie Walker Black Podium

by Damilola Jagun The Johnnie Walker Black Podium, the nation’s boldest, most unique party experience, is back with a bang at Quilox, VI, Lagos, this weekend, with performances by some of the country’s top artists. At Quilox on Saturday, March 7, The Johnnie Walker Black Podium will welcome hip hop star Timaya, dancehall maestro Slyde... Read More

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We will swing votes in 26 states, Buhari’s campaign coordinator boasts

by Ranti Joseph Lagos State coordinator of the Buhari-Osinbajo Presidential Campaign Organisation, James Abiodun Faleke on Wednesday said All Progressives Congress (APC) has done vigorous political campaign to swing the polls in 26 states of the federation in the forthcoming presidential election scheduled for March 28. Speaking at a press conference to herald one million... Read More

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PDP is against Card Readers because they plan to rig elections – APC

by Damilola Jagun The All Progressives Congress says it has been vindicated on its accusation that the Peoples Democratic Party is opposed to the use of Card Readers during the forthcoming elections. According to the opposition party, the ruling party’s aversion to the card readers is borne out of a desire to prevent the election... Read More

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Club owners happy for 2014/2015 NPFL season to resume March 7

by Mark Bassey The 2014/2015 season of the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL), will kick off this weekend as scheduled. This was rubber-stamped during the Club Owners/League Managers meeting in Abuja on Thursday. There were uncertainties over when the league will resume, after some club officials insisted on a date after the general elections. “What... Read More

Davido, Toke Makinwa, Yemi Alade, others attend Closeup Cupid Games Ball (PHOTOS)

by Jewel Stephen Saturday, February 21, 2015 will always be a day to remember for most people who attended the Closeup Cupid Games ball at the Eko Hotel and Suites!! Unilever Nigeria Plc. recently unveiled the winners of the Closeup Cupid Games Campaign in an exclusive ball party, with popular OAP Toke Makinwa and Ebuka... Read More

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No need to panic, Pres. Jonathan says the Chibok girls are still alive

by Ranti Joseph President Goodluck Jonathan on Thursday said that over 200 female pupils kidnapped by Boko Haram from their hostel at the Government Girls Secondary School, Chibok in Borno State, are still alive. Jonathan revealed this in an interview with the African Independent Television (AIT) during a current affairs programme, Kaakaki. The schoolgirls have... Read More

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Christian woman wears hijab to “see what it’s like being an outsider”

by Chinwe Okafor Jessey Eagan, a married Christian mother of two, decided to wear a hijab for Lent in an attempt to remind herself “what it feels like to be an outsider”. According to her, “We lived in Amman, Jordan about 7 years ago where we ended up teaching at an Islamic school,” she told... Read More

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Opinion: Dear Gov. Akpabio, supporting your stooge is not by force

by Inibehe Effiong The truth is that no industrialisation has taken place. Akpabio has however consolidated his insatiable proclivity for wasteful spending, extravagance and suppression of dissenting voices. As politicians and political parties in the country continue in their to campaign to lure the electorates preparatory to the rescheduled elections, Governor Godswill Obot Akpabio of... Read More

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And Toke Makinwa has one advice for Karrueche Tran over baby mama issues

by Chinwe Okafor It gets even more interesting that she’ll be one to give. Toke Makinwa shared a picture today via her Instagram post in response to the prevailing saga that is Chris Brown’s relationship. Apparently, it was reported that Chris Brown fathered a 9-month old child and his girlfriend. Karrueche was totally unaware of... Read More

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Yemi Alade’s ‘Johnny’ gets 15 million views, features on French TV

by Chinwe Okafor Yemi Alade has been on a roll for the past 12 months. The singer has embarked on an European Tour, and was featured on France 24’s “Eye On Africa” program. In the interview, she revealed that the video for her hit single ‘Johnny’, has gained over 15 million views on Vevo. Yemi... Read More

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Greedy people tried to promote me as a village comedian – Bovi

by Chinwe Okafor In a recent interview with Vanguard, comedian, Bovi, spoke on being stereotyped when he first came into the industry. He said promoters tried to portray him as a bush comic just for the sake of commercial success, but he claims to have resisted it. Bovi also spoke on dealing with fame and... Read More

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GE completes installation of mobile gas turbines for Port Harcourt Refinery

by Akan Ido With more industrial facilities using distributed power technologies to ensure a reliable energy supply and increase productivity, General Electric (NYSE: GE) has completed the supply and installation of three 25-megawatt (MW), trailer-mounted, TM2500+ aeroderivative gas turbines to generate uninterrupted power at the refinery. The supply was made through Genesis Electricity Limited, an... Read More

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No time! AIT replies Tinubu, threatens N100 billion countersuit

by Kolapo Olapoju African Independent Television, has reacted to the lawsuit threat and apology request by All Progressives Congress National leader, Bola Tinubu. The parent company of AIT, Daar Communications Plc has written to Tunji Abayomi and co on behalf of Bola Tinubu, rejecting in their entirety the demands. Tinubu had demanded that include the stoppage of... Read More

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We bet you’ve never seen an obituary like this…

by Chinwe Okafor We stumbled upon the peculiar obituary of Ifeabunike Ezeude, alias ‘George Apolo’. The peculiarity in the obituary is more pronounced because the reason that led to his death was stated. Apparently, his younger brother stabbed him with prepared poisonous weapon. *sigh*

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2face & Annie Idibia, Ubi Franklin & Freda Francis hang out on… a double date?

by Chinwe Okafor Nigerian entertainment royalty, 2face and Annie Idibia were photographed on a night out with some entertainment industry friends. CEO of Made Men Music, Ubi Franklin and Freda Francis Edewor, popular Island big girl and owner of Oasis Medspa, were seen posing alongside 2face and Annie, at a function. Could it have been... Read More

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Oluchi Orlandi, Adiat Disu, Veronica Ebie-Odeka… look who else made the #YNaijaPowerList for fashion & style

by Wilfred Okiche As the annual #YNaijaPowerList enters its 4th year, we bring you the most influential young Nigerians under 40 who are navigating the increasingly lucrative world of fashion and style, building empires and creating structures. When it comes to the business of looking good, these are the guys who get things done. From... Read More

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We love! Actress, Mercy Aigbe-Gentry rocks the blonde look

by Chinwe Okafor Nollywood actress Mercy Aigbe-Gentry recently embarked on a shopping spree vacation in Turkey and she is clearly enjoying herself. A little too much fun maybe as she posted new pictures of her trip with something different- a blonde and black look. We think she looks nice and it suits her skin color and... Read More

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YNaija Editorial: This government points its fingers too much

These [two] cases of buck passing by the government coming at a time when it was necessary for them to stand up to action and own up for any action or inaction in the line of providing solution puts the government in bad light. As is globally and generally accepted, the government is responsible for... Read More

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And yet again, Emma Nyra steps out of style despite fashion backlash (LOOK)

by Chinwe Okafor She’s one strong gal. Emma Nyra has proved that she doesn’t listen to criticism and wouldn’t let anything or any one deter her moment or her happiness when she decided to take the bull by the horn and step out yet again, in an outfit waiting to be devoured. She was spotted... Read More

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Agbaje is a pretender who’s trapped under the umbrella || A figurative diss from Gov. Fashola

by Kolapo Olapoju The Governor of Lagos State, Babatunde Fashola, has gone figurative in his latest swipe at the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Jimi Agbaje, whom he says knows nothing about the state. Fashola spoke on Tuesday, March 3, during the inauguration of the Maidan-Aina-Agiliti network of roads and bridge in the... Read More

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Who rocked it better? Mo’Cheddah and Niyola dazzle in April by Kunbi (LOOK)

by Chinwe Okafor Yellow is always a pretty color but it is selective. Niyola recently put out a new body of work, her video, and she released some promo pictures to the effect. In the picture she was spotted rocking a floral full gown by April by Kunbi and she looked gorgeous in it. Anther... Read More

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Residents panic as over 30 bombs get dumped in Adamawa

by Panshak Ibrahim There is a hovering feeling of fear in Gombi, Adamawa State, because of the presence of over 30 bombs that were dumped in the area by the Nigerian Air Force. It is believed that the bombs which were dumped there three days ago had expired and are inactive, however, residents are apprehensive about its... Read More

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How Benue state commissioner slumped and died

by Iyobosa Omoregie The Commissioner for Rural Development and Cooperatives, in Benue State, Aondowase Chia has slumped and died. The 46-year-old Chia reportedly gave up the ghost after presenting the annual budget of his ministry to the state Executive Council on Tuesday, March 3. The commissioner had just returned to his office where he slumped.... Read More

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Olusegun Adeniyi: Why fuel scarcity problem will not just go away

by Olusegun Adeniyi Against the background that pipelines are vital security assets of any nation, in most countries, tampering with them is almost akin to treason. But we are yet to come to terms with this critical challenge and for that reason, criminals are having a field day at our collective expense as a nation…... Read More

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