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Julius Agwu drops governorship ambition, will likely run for House of Representatives
by Kolapo Olapoju Ace comedian, Julius Agwu has revealed that he's ditched his ambition to contest for governorship of Rivers state. The entertainer appeared on 'Rubbin Minds' on Sunday, 2…
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@MicahEsq: Automatic David misses the mark again
by Micah Stephen I like the Idoma man very much. Love him or loathe him, he is one of the most brilliant and charismatic politicians Nigeria has got in the…
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Fulani herdsmen kill 20, set scores of houses ablaze in Nasarawa
by Akan Ido Twenty people have been reportedly killed by Fulani herdsmen today following a wave of attacks on Gidan Gambo, Abaagu, Atabela, Assakio, Assahangwa, Adamu Agyo and host of other…
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D’banj drops new photos looking SO ‘frosh’ (LOOK)
by Akan Ido Singer and self-proclaimed entertainer, D'banj has shared new photos on his Instagram page looking as a daisy. D'banj who is signed to Kanye West's GOOD Music record…
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#WhatDoesBHWant: Ahmad Salkida reveals what Boko Haram wants (it’s far from what we think)
by Anike Jacobs Last night, Boko Haram negotiator Ahmad Salkida revealed a lot about Boko Haram in a Q & A organised by Jibrin Ibrahim, a Nigerian political scientist, activist…
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Today’s Daily Brief: NBA wants Tambuwal’s security restored, Rivers guber aspirants battle Wike, Ogun PDP denies sacking exco, and more
The Nigeria Bar Association, NBA, has called on the Acting Inspector General of Police, Suleiman Abba, to immediately restore police escort and security detail to the Speaker of the House…
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I meet a lot of people with fake lives – Toyin Aimakhu talks about new role as AGN vice president
by Anike Jacobs Yoruba actress, Toyin Aimakhu recently emerged the Vice President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) for the South West region. She was elected the Vice President…
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Daniel Amokachi and Lanre Dasilva Ajayi debate fashion and football on ‘Moments with Mo
by Damilola Jagun The debate over the inclination of Nigerians to fashion or football took a new dimension on Saturday as Dolapo Oni, announced the two main actors in…
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Femi Fani-Kayode: Here are some hard questions for the Buharists
by Femi Fani-Kayode That is the APC for you. With them you will never see what you will get until it is too late. They are very good at using…
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PDP will lose us and Rivers state – Tonye Princewill threatens
by Isi Esene Prince Tonye Princewill, one of the gubernatorial aspirants in Rivers State under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has reacted to the Ward Congress held on Saturday by…
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#TheYNaijaInterview: Why I will never have a stylist – Temi DollFace
by Wilfred Okiche After dropping into national consciousness with her quirky hit single Pata pata and its accompanying video, singer Temi DollFace disappeared from public glare just as suddenly as…
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We are still studying the Shekau video – DHQ
by Isi Esene The Nigerian military have disclosed that it is presently studying the video purportedly released by Boko Haram leaders, Abubakar Shekau denying a ceasefire agreement with the Federal…
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Generator importers will soon be out of business – Power Min., Chinedu Nebo
by Isi Esene The Minister of Power, Prof. Chinedu Nebo has declared that the business of importing and selling power generators will end soon. He said this at the Public…
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2015: 9ice picks Expression of Interest form in Oyo (PHOTOS)
by Isi Esene Artiste turned politician, Abolore '9ice' Akande is making 'Gongo so' in Oyo State as he prepares to contest for a place in the House of Representatives in…
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‘I knew about his plans’: Buhari opens up on IBB’s 1985 coup
by Isi Esene Gen. Muhammadu Buhari has been speaking on events leading to his ouster has the Head of State by former military president, Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida. Buhari who spoke…
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We can’t say when the Chibok girls will return – Abba Moro
by Akan Ido Abba Moro, the Minister of Interior has reiterated the efforts of the Federal Governor at securing the release of over 200 schoolgirls abducted in April from the…
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300 Nigerian soldiers ‘technically manoeuvre into Cameroon’
by Akan Ido Reports from the Cameroonian military indicate that as many as 300 Nigerian soldiers may have crossed the border while fleeing from attacks launched on Tuesday by men…
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She’s the boss: Instagram bows to Rihanna, restores her deleted account
by Isi Esene After six months off the social media site, Instagram, Rihanna is back! The multi-award winning artiste returned to Instagram hours ago with her complete number of followers,…
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@diiwana : Why do musicians like @Olamide_YBNL , @WizkidAyo and others bleach their skins
by Dayo Olugbemi Of recent, awa artists in naija are fast becoming characterised by bleached skin, tattoos and meaningless music. But I'll pick one from the lot; bleached skin. And I'll try…
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@ChrisBamidele : 6 ways to deliver award winning presentations (Y! Superblogger)
by Chris Bamidele Giving presentations to audiences, large or small, can be a daunting and anxiety-ridden task. And while some presentations are extremely formal with highly detailed information that requires…
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Opinion: I am a Pastor and Yoruba yet a Buharist!
by Olalekan Popoola Nigeria is a land of plenty where the majority of her citizens live in sheer inadequacy. This incongruity is traceable to the activities of her visionless and…
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@SimonKolawole : Why I love Sankara and hate Compaore
by Simon Kolawole I give special thanks to the almighty God that I am alive to witness the end of Blaise Compaoré that traitor who set Africa back by a…
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Tunde Fagbenle: My conversation with a reader on ethnicity
by Tunde Fagbenle Going through my email archives, I found an interesting exchange I had about a year ago with a respected egbon of mine who reads this column both…
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Opinion: How money killed Mikel Obi’s career in 2006
by Mansur Abubakar Like most African players who go to Europe in search of greener pastures, the Plateau State-born player signed for Chelsea, which offered more money but altered his…
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Joe Igbokwe : GEJ has failed. He must not stay beyond 2015
by Joe Igbokwe President Jonathan cannot just continue. We want a strong, disciplined and committed leadership in 2015. All the history books I have read tell me that when a…
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Femi Aribisala: Dont be deceived; the Bible is full of lies and errors
by Femi Aribisala The bible tells us about people who had intimate relationships with God in the past, and it shows how they were mightily blessed by them. Jesus says:…
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“We have not done any ceasefire with anyone” – This is the new video by Boko Haram
by Azubuike Azikiwe According to an individual who calls himself 'Shekau' in the new Boko Haram video, there has been no ceasefire agreement with the Federal Government. The supposed Boko…
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Just in case I don’t make it till Monday, please tell my story – Late Emir of Kano’s mistress cries out
by Anike Jacobs One Hauwa Momoh, 48, has come out to announce that she was the mistress of the late Emir of Kano, Ado Bayero. Despite having four wives, Hauwa…
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“I miss everyone” – Babangida returns from medical trip in Germany
by James Sambo After being away for two months, General Ibrahim Babangida, former Military Head of State, has returned from a medical treatment at a German Hospital. Arriving in the…
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Mr. President, what is going on with the Boko Haram ceasefire? – BBOG
by Kolapo Olapoju The Abuja chapter of the #BringBackOurGirls campaigners have released a statement imploring President Goodluck Jonathan to act swiftly and decisively to end the menace of Islamic terrorist sect, Boko…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy