“Happy Birthday My Brother” || American hiphop legend shows Ruggedman love on born day

My shocking encounter with Buhari in Abuja – Ex-Minister, Tony Momoh

by Isi Esene Veteran journalist, Prince Tony Momoh has expressed surprise over the uncommon honesty exhibited by former Head of State and All Progressives Congress (APC) leader, General Muhammadu Buhari. In a recent interview with the Tribune, the former Daily Times editor and member of the APC spoke about his relationship with former presidents, Ibrahim... Read More

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GEJ heads to NYC for #UNGA

by Laila Ibrahim President Goodluck Jonathan has departed Abuja en route to New York for the 69th Session of the United Nations General Assembly. According to a statement by the Presidential Spokesman, Rueben Abati, President Jonathan, while in New York will attend receptions hosted by President Barack Obama of the United States and the Secretary-General... Read More

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#Surulere: SEE Don Jazzy long before he became Don Dorobucci

by Akan Ido Except for the change in wardrobe and the obvious increase in weight, Don Jazzy still remains the same. The MAVIN boss posted a picture on his Instagram page on Sunday morning with an inspirational caption to get you thinking. Read it right here: “This young man was able grow into Don Dorobucci that you know... Read More

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@DemolaRewaju : Dear Ladies, these are 9 signs you are taking jealousy too far (Y! Superblogger)

by Demola Rewaju 1. You Remember Every Female Name He Mentions and React – If the name of any female your man mentions around you becomes a fixation somewhere in your head, you’re getting too jealous and need to take a step back. Even if your boyfriend’s nickname is Don Juan he can’t possibly be... Read More

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#DivorceDrama: He has many wives outside || It’s a lie, I only have two

by Akan Ido Mrs. Semiat Makanju has approached a Lagos Island Customary Court to dissolve her 15-year-old to her husband, Akeem Maruf. The plaintiff dragged her husband to court accusing him of desertion, lack of care and cruelty. Makanju and Maruf had since separated as the 30-year-old woman now stays with her mother somewhere around Ashogbon St.... Read More

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This is how we do it! Timi Dakolo and ‘girlfriend’ show us they dressed up for church today…

by S’ola Filani Soul singer, Timi Dakolo never ceases to shower Busola, his beautiful wife and mother of his three kids, with praise …..and yes he calls her his ‘girlfriend’…how romantic! He has just shared some photos of them on his Instagram handle, with the caption… “DRESSING MY GIRLFRIEND FOR CHURCH….MY EVER PRAYERFUL WIFE..” Aww, aint they just... Read More

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Some Nigerians still think boys should not cook (READ)

by Adedayo Ademuwagun Many years ago, people thought that boys and men shouldn’t be cooking or working in the kitchen. Today, many conservative people still think this way. In the movie Half of a Yellow Sun, set in 1966, Mama Odenigbo visits her son in Nsukka and finds his male steward cooking in the kitchen. She tells... Read More

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Hit or Miss? Uproar as pregnant singer, Alicia Keys posts naked picture (LOOK)

by Akan Ido Pregnant singer, Alicia Keys has shed her clothes all in the sake off world peace – how noble. The award-winning artiste posted a photo of herself on Instagram wearing nothing except a peace sign painted on her bulging tummy. She captioned the post thus: “It’s you and me on a mission to... Read More

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Femi Aribisala: Dear Pastor Chris, stop comparing yourself to Jesus!

by Femi Aribisala Christian pastors have become demigods. Their word is law; no questions asked. As Jesus said, they teach as doctrines the commandments of men. (Matthew 15:9). They come up with all kinds of self-serving principles that turn scripture on its head; just in order to justify themselves before men and control their lives. ... Read More

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“50 per cent of my cabinet will be made up of young people” || @Atiku reveals plans at #MeetAtiku event

by Emma Chidiogo Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has announced that he will launch his bid for the presidency on Wednesday, September 24. Speaking at a gathering of young people tagged #MeetAtiku, the former Vice President talked about his intentions if he got elected as president. He also spoke briefly about his tenure... Read More

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George Kerley: My grouse with Simon Kolawole (Rejoinder)

by George Kerley I read, with keen interest, the opinion of Simon Kolawole published on September 14, 2014, tilted “My Grouse with President Jonathan”. I found it very interesting, cheery and at the same time depressing. Those of us who read Kolawole regularly know that he does not join the mob in canvassing his opinions.... Read More

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BRT arson trial continues, Army granted leave to re-examine three witnesses

by Godwin Akanfe The Lagos State Tribunal of Inquiry into the July 4 road accident and vandalism of some Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) vehicles has granted the Nigerian Army leave to recall three witnesses. Thursday’s main testimony was made by Abiodun Apata, Project Manager, Mutual Model Transport, who said a tracking device was installed on... Read More

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Power installations in Borno are now secure – FG

by James Sambo The Federal Government said on Saturday that it had secured power installations in the North East against further attacks by Boko Haram insurgents. Minister of State for Power, Mohammed Wakil, who was speaking at the distribution of relief materials to displaced persons at one of the various camps for those displaced by... Read More

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Tunde Fagbenle: The Igbos should take it easy

by Tunde Fagbenle An article by Mr. Joe Igbokwe, the publicity secretary of the Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress published some days ago was a pleasure to read; and not perverse pleasure if I may say, but one of kindred spirit – the pleasure of knowing that someone else shared the same... Read More

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Olanrewaju Odesomi: The chosen one’s dilemma- Episode 8 (Y! Fiction)

by Olanrewaju Odesomi Shola watched Muna, as she hoisted spoon after spoon of rice into her mouth from where he sat opposite her in his dinning area. She had asked to be fed before she began to spill her guts, and Shola, although restless, and a bit agitated, concealed it all, and obliged her with... Read More

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Doro Couple! 2face and Annie Idibia step out in style (LOOK)

by S’ola Filani Don’t you just love this #DoroCouple? Fabulous couple 2faceand Annie Idibia were one of the guests at the star-studded wedding of Sen. Florence Ita-Giwa’s daughter, Koko, in Lagos on Saturday. Annie spiced up her outfit with pink floral designs which matches her headgear, while super star 2face rocked a suit and a... Read More

“No one is talking HIV anymore! No one is using condoms anymore” – on #WeekendGroove with Damilola Jagun

by Damilola Jagun “The conversation has subsided and the world hasn’t stopped.” “The usage has decreased significantly and we are all having jolly steady sexual intercourse. “ HIV and Condoms respectively! HIV – Human immunodeficiency virus. A deadly virus which is passed on through blood and some bodily fluids, during unprotected sex, from mother to... Read More

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End of discussion! Actress, Yvonne Nelson flaunts ample cleavage in daring outfit (LOOK)

by Akan Ido She’s been known to rock those figure-hugging dresses like a runway model but Yvonne Nelson is not flaunting those mile-long legs today – it’s her ample cleavage. The Ghanaian beauty put up this sexy picture on Instagram moments ago without a caption – not like it needed any. Check out the photo and add... Read More

Aso Ebi war: Funke Akindele & Annie Idibia square up in blue outfits (LOOK)

by Akan Ido Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele and Annie Idibia both looked delectable in purple Aso Ebi at the star-studded wedding of Sen. Florence Ita-Giwa’s daughter, Koko, in Lagos. Both celebrities settled for identical styles but 2face Idibia’s wife spiced up her outfit with pink floral designs which matches her headgear. Annie posted the photo... Read More

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“Pastor T.B. Joshua the fake healer” – South African news site mocks Synagogue’s founder (CARTOON)

by Chidi Okoye These are certainly not the best of times for founder of Synagogue church of all nations, Pastor T.B. Joshua. After the collapse of the Hotel building in his church premises, which resulted in the death of over 80 people, Lagos state government announced that the building was substandard, hence, the collapse. Shortly afterwards, some individuals accused Joshua... Read More

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The Future Africa Awards 2014: Nominees interview series – Samir Ibrahim and Charles Nichols (TFAA Prize in Agriculture)

by Kolapo Olapoju Earning a nomination in 2014’s ‘The Future Africa Awards Prize in Agriculture’, are two bright individuals, Charles Nichols, whose technical genius and Samir Ibrahim’s finance and international business expertise brought about the agricultural innovation of ‘AgroSolar Irrigation Kit’, an affordable piece of technology, which has been impactful to the lives of... Read More

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#BelieveItOrNot: This gentle Indian giant is only 5-years-old

by Akan Ido Standing at 5ft 7in tall, it’s hard to believe Karan Singh is only 5-years-old. The young Indian boy who dreams of becoming a basketball player when he gets older stands head and shoulder above his peers. Karan, made it into the Guinness Book of World Records in 2008 for being the tallest... Read More

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Photos emerge from the church collapse in Edo (NSFW)

by Iyobosa Omoregie The death toll in the church building collapse in Edo state has risen to three. The structure which belonged to Christ Chosen Church of God yesterday collapsed at Uzama Street, Uzebu quarters in Egor Local Government Area killing while some men were trying to demolish it. It was said to have been vacated... Read More

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This young man is dating a 91-year-old woman…..AND they ‘have sex’ regularly

by Damilola Jagun Wikipedia called him “Self styled cougar hunter who has never dated a woman his own age – preferring the attention of pensioners.” Cougar Hunter, real name – Kyle Jones, is famous for dating older women. The 31-year-old from Augusta, Georgia, says he’s attracted to wrinkles and likes the ‘natural hang’ of... Read More

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#Ebola: She came, she saw, she conquered | 7 lessons we learnt from Dr. Ada Igonoh’s survival story

by S’ola Filani Earlier this week, the inspiring testimony of Dr Ada Igonoh and how she miraculously survived the Ebola virus flooded the internet. Dr. Ada Igonoh was one of the Doctors at First Consultants Hospital, where the index Ebola case in Nigeria Patrick Sawyer was treated and died. She treated Sawyer, found him dead... Read More

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TB Joshua accused of attempting to bribe journalists [LISTEN]

by Cheta Nwanze T.B Joshua, the embattled founder of the Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN) has been accused of trying to induce press men by offering them money. In a audio recording made available to YNaija.com by Premium Times’ reporter, Nicholas Ibekwe, the popular pastor was heard directing his staff to give reporters the sum of... Read More

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Really, are Yoruba people loud and absurd?

by Kolapo Olapoju I saw the BBM (Blackberry messenger) ‘personal message’ of a friend this morning and it read, ‘Yoruba people are so loud and absurd’. As a Yoruba man, who has had several multi-tribal friends, association and relationships, i’ve gotten used to hearing cliché statements like that, hence I didn’t bat an eyelid nor... Read More

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