October 20, 2014

#Lagos gives N50 million lump sum to First Consultant Hospital

by Kolapo Olapoju The Lagos state government has announced a N50 million donation to First Consultant Medical Centre, Obalende, the hospital where the index case of the Ebola virus disease in Nigeria, Patrick Sawyer, was admitted and treated. It was also announced that the affected persons and survivors of the Ebola virus outbreak in Nigeria... Read More

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October 20, 2014

Hot tottie: Nicki Minaj flashes side boob in new GQ magazine cover

by Damilola Jagun Nicki Minaj is featured in the November 2014 issue of GQ magazine. In the issue, the ‘Pills and Potions’ singer poses for the men’s magazine in an angular bra and knee length skirt while holding two big poodles by the leash. Nicki speaks on her early beginnings as a waitress and... Read More

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October 20, 2014

What was GEJ doing behind closed doors with Modu Sherriff?

by Laila Ibrahim President Goodluck Jonathan and former Borno state Governor Ali Modu Sherriff, on Monday met behind closed doors at the Presidential villa Abuja. Their meeting may not be unconnected with the cease fire agreement reached with the Boko Haram sect. The Federal Government had last week signed a ceasefire agreement with the Islamic... Read More

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October 20, 2014

Amodu warns – Don’t expect miracles | Read what else he said…

by Mark Bassey New coach of the Super Eagles, Amodu Shaibu has urged Nigerians to be modest in their expectations of the team as they seek to qualify for next year’s Africa Cup of Nations. Following the parting of ways with Stephen Keshi, the NFF appointed Shuaibu as a replacement on Thursday, 16 October. He... Read More

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October 20, 2014

Fresh joints: Ice Prince returns with two singles, ‘That could be us’ and ‘In The Morning’

by Damilola Jagun Chocolate City artiste, Ice Prince Zamani maked a return to the music scene with two brand new singles. The rapper drops the Legendury beats produced track, ‘That Could Be Us’ and features Ginja master, Terry G in the second single, ‘In the Morning’. Listen to ‘That could be us’ Listen to ‘In... Read More

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October 20, 2014

80-year-old faces time for N50 million fraud

by Azubuike Azikiwe An 80-year-old man, Jimoh Oni and three others have been charged before a Senior Magistrates’ Court sitting in Ota, for collecting N50 million under false pretences. Oni was arraigned on Monday, 20 October, alongside three others, 48-year-old Akeem Badmus, 45-year-old Fausat Popolola, and 27-year-old Morufat Babalola. The quartet are facing charges of... Read More

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October 20, 2014

Kanye West wants to be the face behind world’s first $1 trillion company

by Kolapo Olapoju Kanye West says he wants to be the force behind the first $1 trillion company in the world. The ‘Stronger’ star recently disclosed his intention to launch a line of sports kit, which he intends to ultimately transform into an international business. Kanye made the comments at Los Angeles’ Trade Technical College, where he appeared... Read More

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October 20, 2014

Genevieve Pick ball 2014, The Dorchester Event Hall in Victoria Island

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October 20, 2014

I shouldn’t have trusted some people – Former Plateau Governor has “learned” his lesson

by James Sambo Former Governor of Plateau, Chief Joshua Dariye, says he regrets trusting many people while he was in office. Dariye, who currently represents Plateau Central in the Senate, told journalists on Monday, 20 October, that in hindsight, he would do many things differently. He said, “Looking back at my eight years as governor, and... Read More

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October 20, 2014

GEJ has nice words for Fashola, Amaechi, post Ebola

by Laila Ibrahim President Goodluck Jonathan has lauded the declaration by the World Health Organisation (WHO) on Monday, that Nigeria is now officially Ebola-free after 42 days without any incidence of the Ebola Virus Disease. The Ebola Virus Disease entered Nigeria in July through a Liberian, Patrick Sawyer who entered Nigeria through the Lagos Airport.... Read More

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October 20, 2014

Man beats pregnant wife to death

by Azubuike Azikiwe A certain wife-beater, Ozoemena Nwankwo, has been arrested by the Enugu State Police, for allegedly beating his pregnant wife to death. According to reports, Nwankwo regularly beats up his wife, Ndidi, but this time around, he beat the four-months pregnant woman till she lost consciousness. She sustained a severe injury on her right leg... Read More

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October 20, 2014

Forget Marriage! Ini Edo acquires N38million 2014 G-Wagon (LOOK)

by Anike Jacobs Star actress, Ini Edo is not letting her failed marriage stop her from living life to the fullest. The Akwa Ibom actress who recently walked out of her seven years old marriage following accusations of domestic abuse and trust, acquired a brand new 2014 G-Wagon toy at the Mercedes Benz car shop... Read More

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October 20, 2014

Ouch, Singer 9ice needs to go back to school (LOOK)

by Godwin Akanfe We all make mistakes but this error is not allowed for a politician who wants to lead the youth! Singer cum Politician is gearing up for the forthcoming 2015 general elections with his several campaign posters. However, his newly released campaign poster has a major flaw – ‘renew’‎ instead of ‎‘renewed.’ Also,... Read More

October 20, 2014

All is STILL not well | Tiwa Savage ditches wedding ring for a decoy

by Anike Jacobs Contrary to reports that Tiwa Savage and Tunji Balogun have resolved the ‘ongoing marital crisis’ between them, our source has confirmed to us that trouble is still brewing in their camp. Last week, viral reports claimed the couple attended church ‘House on the rock’ together but it is all a lie. “It... Read More

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October 20, 2014

“They had sex with me one after the other” – 11-year-old girl gang raped in Imo

by Azubuike Azikiwe An 11-year-old girl has been gang raped in Ehume community in Obowo local council area of Imo State. The victim, Ngozi hails from Amaiyi, Ihitte Uboma local government area, but resides in Ehume with her parents. On the day of the incident, the girl’s parents had sent her to buy foodstuff from Onuimo Rescue... Read More

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October 20, 2014

EXCLUSIVE: BON awards scandal! Nollywood veterans, Patience Ozokwor, Liz Benson, others confirm Amaechi’s disgrace of actors

by Anike Jacobs The ongoing controversy revolving around the Best of Nollywood (BON)’ awards which held on Thursday, 16 October, is far from over as Nollywood practitioners share with us their side of the story. The practitioners are not only angry with host Governor Rotimi Amaechi for calling them products of circumstances, adding that many... Read More

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October 20, 2014

The ladies can’t seem to get enough of Iyanya

by Damilola Jagun As the MMMG continue their tour of the United Kingdom, main man, Iyanya, is getting the ladies riled up with his shirtless performances. During Iyanya’s performance at a show in Cokobar, Nottingham on Friday, 17 September, the singer brought the roof down. Check out more photos below; [slideshow_deploy id=’312585′]

October 20, 2014

Royal baby: Second child of Kate and William due in April 2015

by Damilola Jagun The Kensington Palace has issued a release, announcing that the second child of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, will be due in April of 2015. The palace said the duchess still suffers from extreme morning sickness but her condition was “steadily improving”. Since her pregnancy was announced in September, the duchess is expected... Read More

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October 20, 2014

“I can personally vouch for him” – Pastor Adeboye defends Oritsejafor over $9.3 million arms deal

by Kolapo Olapoju In the wake of revelations that his private jet was used to transport $9.3 million to South Africa, Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor was widely criticised for his role in the failed arms deal. Nigerians across board had questioned the use of Oritsejafor’s private jet by the Federal Government, and while some of his fellow pastors... Read More

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October 20, 2014

Stephen Keshi denies being sacked, as Ethiopia woos him

by Mark Bassey Erstwhile coach of the Super Eagles, Stephen Keshi has categorically refuted the claims that he was axed by the Nigeria Football Federation. While speaking in Ilorin during the final of the ‘All Financial Institutions Football competition’ on Saturday, 18 September, Keshi said as opposed to widespread belief that he was sacked, his contract... Read More

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October 20, 2014

MI Abaga speaks ‘The Truth’ about Jesse Jagz, Brymo and Chocolate city (VIDEO)

by Damilola Jagun On the new episode of ‘The Truth’, anchor Olisa Adibua speaks to rap icon, MI Abaga. The Chocolate city emcee bares his mind on many issues, like the label’s lawsuit with Brymo, the departure of brother, Jesse Jagz, and also the question of the ‘greatest rapper’ in the country. Watch:

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October 20, 2014

@dian4real: Is @atiku an unclean vessel? #2015ElectionCountdown

by Diana-Abasi Udoh Atiku parading his clearance obtained from the courts that he isn’t corrupt can never be a solid endorsement enough as we all know that the courts in this country also endorsed former Delta State Governor James Ibori as having no case to answer. The Presidential elections is closing in and after the... Read More

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October 20, 2014

1st Class degree holder @OrjiUka thinks the grading system at the Law school is unfair

by Orji Uka Frank was about to write his ‘Bar Part II’ examination at the Nigerian Law School when an incident occurred that would have a profound effect on the direction and course of the rest of his life. Before this time, Frank was living the dream, and a life which held so much promise.... Read More

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October 20, 2014

Analysis: Nigeria has been #Ebola free for an hour! How did we get here?

by Kolapo Olapoju As of the designated time of 0900 local time, Nigeria was officially deemed Ebola free by the World Health Organisation having survived for 42 days, or twice the incubation period, of the virus. YNaija in this analysis, takes a look at how the country against all odds managed to stop the spread of... Read More

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October 20, 2014

@WaziriAdio : Things we should task the next President on

by Waziri Adio It has been widely projected that the February 2015 presidential election will be one of the most competitive in Nigeria’s electoral history, a patchy history that dates back to 1923. This forecast may come to pass, and it may not. But we might have cause to worry, given the loud claims of... Read More

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October 20, 2014

Who are the most influential 100 in Nigeria’s culture (music, movies, fashion, media & more)? – Nominate now for The #YNaija100!

by Isi Esene Y!/YNaija.com have announced the first edition of the #YNaija100 – celebrating the influencers, innovators and creators that define Nigeria’s culture space, including music, movies, fashion, media, art, and lifestyle. “From superstar directors to sublimely talented singers, trailblazing bloggers to global icon designers, these are the people who make the heart of the country beat,” said Adebola... Read More

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October 20, 2014

@TundeLeye: About Africa’s leadership crisis (Y! FrontPage)

by Tunde Leye Africa is in dire need of leaders with strong, clear ideologies. As has been shown by experience in Africa, at the point of birthing a nation, the most important factors are the presence of a strong leader with a clear ideology and sense of how they want to run the country, and... Read More

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October 20, 2014

@Ademolasawyer: Thank you Keshi but it is good riddance to you!

by Ademola Sawyer When in January of 2013, “Big Boss”, Stephen O. Keshi led a bunch of relatively unknown local based players blended with a handful of our “best” foreign based professionals to the AFCON in South Africa, a vast majority of Nigerians (excluding myself) praised him to the high heavens. To them, this was... Read More

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October 20, 2014

THE 2015 TRACKLIST: Pastor Kumuyi has a message for Fayose | GEJ will win election in Chibok, Senator says | Ndoma-Egba loves the Senate… maybe too much | More stories

As you count down to the February General Elections, we show you what to read and what to skip today. Wike gets more endorsements in Rivers. Leadership Impeached Enugu deputy governor wants his job back. Nation For GEJ, it’s big trouble in little South-south. Leadership Ndoma-Egba loves the Senate… maybe too much. Nation These men... Read More

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