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September 17, 2014

2015: Atiku will not “give up on Nigeria” || Former VP speaks on his presidential ambition

by Mayowa Aboah Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has said he will not give up on his ambition to become the president of the country. Speaking to journalists at his residence in Abuja on Tuesday, Atiku submitted that to abandon the presidential race in the country would amount to a loss of hope... Read More
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September 17, 2014

“Mbu is a shameless puppet” || Amaechi mocks the self-proclaimed lion of the Police force

by Kolapo Olapoju Following the declaration by AIG, Joseph Mbu, that he was a lion who managed to tame a leopard of Port Harcourt, Governor of Rivers state, Rotimi Amaechi, the latter has replied him calling him a toothless attack dog and a corrupt puppet. Mbu had made the statement on Monday, 15 September,  in... Read More
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September 17, 2014

Book reading: @Chude takes ‘Are We The Turning Point Generation?’ to Terra Kulture

by Isi Esene Following the successful launch of his thought-provoking book ‘Are We The Turning Point Generation?‘ in May, Chude Jideonwo is set to conduct a book reading at the Terra Kulture on September 27, 2014. Having conducted a series of book readings in Abuja, New York, London, Paris, Greenwich, Johannesburg and other cities around the... Read More
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September 17, 2014

Mutiny: Military fires GOC attacked by convicted soldiers

by Akan Ido Major General Ahmed Mohammed, the former General Officer Commanding the 7 Division of the Nigerian Army, Maiduguri has been retired. Mohammed was at the receiving end of the mutiny which took place months ago at the Maimalari Barracks in Borno following a violent protest by soldiers. The military men were said to... Read More
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September 17, 2014

This woman abandoned her husband, three kids for armed robbery

by S’ola Filani A 27-year-old Victoria Amodu and her partner, Ahmed Isiaka, who were part of five-man robbery gang operating along Seme-Badagry- Mile 2 route have been arrested by the Lagos state police command. They specialized in robbing unsuspecting passengers who board commercial cab along Badagry-Mile 2 route – however, the hands of law caught... Read More
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September 17, 2014

Jonathan in late night meeting with PDP leaders

by Laila Ibrahim President Goodluck Jonathan has held a meeting behind closed doors with caucus members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) . The meeting which held at the State House Abuja, was also attended by Vice President, Namadi Sambo, Senate President, David Mark, Senate Leader, Victor Ndoma-Egba and Deputy Senate Leader, Abdul Ningi. Governors... Read More
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September 17, 2014

#TheYNaijaInterview: Africa is the new China – Billionaire businessman, Ashish J.Thakkar

by Wilfred Okiche Listed by Forbes magazine as Africa’s youngest billionaire, Ashish Thakkar, 33, sits atop the Mara group, a viable business entity with interests in real estate, IT, manufacturing,  and a personal net worth of 2.2billion Rand (260 million USD). Not bad for a young man who as a child, found himself displaced from... Read More
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September 17, 2014

“There is no case of Ebola in Nigeria”, please resume September 22 || GEJ pleads with the NUT

by Laila Ibrahim In reaction to threat by the National Union of Teachers (NUT) to embark on a nationwide strike as a result of school resumption date moved forward by the federal government, President Goodluck Jonathan has appealed for a rethink. The Federal Government had earlier proposed October 13th as the resumption date for Primary... Read More
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September 17, 2014

Tragic! 67 South Africans also buried in the rubble of SCOAN building

by Jewel Stephen The South African government has said that 67 of its citizens were killed in the building collapse which occurred at the Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN) last Friday. Speaking on Tuesday, South African President, Jacob Zuma, said; “I am greatly saddened to announce that 67 South Africans died and scores of... Read More
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September 17, 2014

$9.3m arms deal: Why South Africa seized Nigerian chartered jet

by Akan Ido There were indications yesterday that Nigeria has opened diplomatic talks with South Africa on how to resolve the stalemate on the controversial $9.3 million in seized funds. Also, the Federal Government has released data and documents on the transaction process to South Africa. The government allegedly told South Africa that the transaction was “legitimate.” It was... Read More
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September 16, 2014

Secret Warri Wedding! Omawumi is now a married woman…

by S’ola Filani They say  songstress Omawumi Mgbele is now officially Mrs Omawumi Yussuf. The mother of one, allegedly married her baby daddy, Tosin Yussuf, in a private ceremony which had only a few friends (Singer Waje and her manager, Sunday Are) and family members in attendance on Saturday, September 13. According to NET, the couple traditionally tied the... Read More
September 16, 2014

Oritsejafor reacts to alleged ownership of private jet used in smuggling billions into South Africa

by S’ola Filani A few days ago, news broke that authorities in South Africa had intercepted an Israeli citizen and two Nigerians who attempted to smuggle $9.3 million cash into the country. The money was seized by the South African Revenue Service (SARS) from a private jet arriving at Lanseria airport in Johannesburg on September... Read More
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September 16, 2014

“He misses Old Trafford” || Gary Neville hints on Ronaldo’s possible return to Manchester United

by Olorunwa Lawal Former England international, Gary Neville, has said that the possibility of FIFA’s Ballon D’or winner, Cristiano Ronaldo, returning to Manchester United, are high. Some days ago, former Real Madrid president, Ramon Calderon, hinted of the Portuguese player’s unhappiness at the club, citing the transfers of key players, Angel di Maria and Xabi... Read More
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September 16, 2014

Forget ‘bush meat’, eat ‘insects’ || Professor advise Nigerians to embrace consumption of insects

by Azubuike Azikiwe A professor has advised Nigerians to embrace insects as an alternative to ‘bush meat’, a carrier of the Ebola virus disease. Professor Chukwunenye Anene, Dean, Faculty of Natural Sciences in Anambra State University, said ‘insects’ are an alternative rich sources of protein. Anene dished out the counsel on Tuesday, 16 September, during an... Read More
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September 16, 2014

Bode George’s son is back: PDP chieftain’s son shows HUGE bulge

by Kolapo Olapoju After sharing some revealing photos three weeks ago on his Instagram page, Yinka Bode-George, the son of Bode George, politician and PDP chieftain, has shared some more. In this new photos, Yinka is sporting a camouflage jergins as his crotch also makes an obvious appearance. In another photo, the fair-skinned dude grabs... Read More
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September 16, 2014

This man allegedly defiled his 5-year-old daughter

by Azubuike Azikiwe The man in this photo has been accused of sexually defiling his 5-year-old daughter. This incident reportedly happened in Italuwo community in Ikorodu Road, Lagos. According to reports, a neighbour, who suspected that the man was sexually molesting the child, alerted other people in the area. He was later apprehended and beaten by... Read More
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