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August 25, 2014

Tunde Leye: We need to move away from 1914 | Equip our military now (Y! FrontPage)

by Tunde Leye I am going to touch on a sensitive issue. I have read severally very lengthy and detailed analysis of the great and selfish error that led to the amalgamation of the Northern and Southern Protectorates to form the country we now know as Nigeria. By that action, Frederick Lugard brought together one... Read More
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August 25, 2014

David Leffler: Dear PM Netanyahu, is bombing going to create lasting peace?

by David Leffler Remember “Show me the money,” from the film Jerry Maguire? We ask Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: “Show me the Science!” He asserts that bombardment of Gaza will continue… . “We are determined to continue the campaign with all means and as is needed. We will not stop until we guarantee full security... Read More
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August 25, 2014

Ebola: US donates $500,000 screening equipment to Lagos airport

by S’ola Filani The United States has donated equipment worth $5,000 to boost screening of the Ebola Virus Disease at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport. The latest gesture is in a bid to further strengthen current efforts at containing the spread of the disease in Nigeria. A statement by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria... Read More
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August 24, 2014

We’re expecting Tinubu, El-Rufai, their godfathers to join Jonathan | Reuben Abati ‘explodes’ in new interview

by S’ola Filani   Presidential spokesman Reuben Abati in an interview with the Nigerian Tribune, which he calls “explosive”, defends the commander-in-chief President Jonathan, blasts the opposition party – APC –  stressing that many of those who had been seen as the president’s most vocal critics are returning to his camp. He further addressed the... Read More
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August 24, 2014

Breast milk! This actress does have a different way of taking on the Ice-bucket challenge (WATCH)

by Damilola Jagun Olivia Wilde says she couldn’t find water, so she had to improvise. The Hollywood actress, who is a new mother went a different route with her version of the ALS Ice-bucket challenge, by dousing herself in icy breast milk. She said, “I hope it’s ok, I couldn’t find any water so I’m... Read More
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August 24, 2014

OOU students have dared Governor Amosun [DETAILS]

by Kolapo Olapoju The Committee for Defense of Human Right, CDHR, a student body, says the students will defy the order of the Ogun State government to close down Olabisi Onabanjo University, (OOU), Ago Iwoye, by staying put within the school premises. The body released a statement signed by the coordinator, CDHR, James Ogunjimi, saying that... Read More
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August 24, 2014

The weapons to end Boko Haram in Nigeria are on the way – Army chief

by Azubuike Azikiwe Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Kenneth Minimah, says the army would end the terror attacks of the Boko Haram in northern Nigeria, once they receive a shipment of war equipment. Minimah said this while speaking at the 2 Brigade barracks, Port Harcourt. He disclosed that the Federal Government had placed orders... Read More
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August 24, 2014

Be very afraid: Boko Haram leader, Abubakar Shekau says Gwoza is no longer part of Nigeria

by Kolapo Olapoju In a video obtained by AFP on Sunday, 24 August, Boko Haram’s leader, Abubakar Shekau, said he has created an Islamic caliphate in Gwoza, southern Borno. In the 52-minute video, Shekau said, “Thanks be to Allah who gave victory to our brethren in (the town of) Gwoza and made it part of... Read More
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August 24, 2014

PHOTOS: 2face, Sound Sultan & Burna Boy team up with DJ Jimmy Jatt for ‘Glasses Up’

by Jewel Stephen Glasses Up is a track from the album “The Industry” by JimmyJatt and serves as the anniversary theme song of JimmyJatt’s 25 years celebration as a legend in the music industry. The afro-beat inspired sound track was produced by Tee-Y Mix. It features award winning artistes such as 2Face Idibia, Sound Sultan, Burna... Read More
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August 24, 2014

Wizkid has a new toy to show you (LOOK)

by Kolapo Olapoju   When you got it, you flaunt it! Following that celebrity-mantra like ant does sugar, is Nigerian superstar, Ayo Balogun, better known as Wizkid. Apparently, the dude just picked up some expensive ‘Joseph frost’ jewelry, and like always, he had to show off. Wizkid shared the photo on his page on photo-blogging platform,... Read More
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August 24, 2014

#InCaseYouMissedIt: 10 lessons on trust we learnt from Orji Uzor Kalu this week

by Hauwa Gambo Very early in the week, the former governor of Abia and serial everything from publisher to presidential candidate, Orji Uzor Kalu poured his heart out in a piece on his successor, Theodore Orji. In the opinion piece titled ‘The chameleon in Governor Theodore Orji – a personal narrative’, the old Orji essentially... Read More
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August 24, 2014

How Chris Brown survived being killed in night club [DETAILS]

by Kolapo Olapoju American RnB Singer Chris Brown is lucky to be alive, after being shot at, in the early hours of Sunday, 24 August, at a pre-VMA party at 10AK night club in LA. The party was hosted by Brown, but he escaped being injured, however, such can not be said for Death Row... Read More
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August 24, 2014

#Ebola: World Health Organisation staff gets infected with Ebola virus disease

by Kolapo Olapoju   The World health Organisation has disclosed that one of its health officials has contracted the Ebola virus disease. The unidentified official reportedly got the virus while working with infected victims in Sierra Leone. The apex world health body revealed this on Sunday, 24 August, saying this is the first time one... Read More
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August 24, 2014

Ayokunle Odekunle: Of the owner, the thief and the ‘mender’ (Y! FrontPage)

by Ayokunle Odekunle   I once heard a story from my Uncle’s brother’s son’s cousin’s cousin who in turn heard it from his wife’s sister’s boyfriend’s friend. He begged me fervently not to tell anyone. But you see, I have diarrhoea of the mouth and I just can’t help myself. I am now telling this tale to you.... Read More
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August 24, 2014

Another attack: Gunmen kill 3 policemen in Bauchi [DETAILS]

by Kolapo Olapoju Unknown gunmen have reportedly killed three policemen at a check point around Tilden Fulani village in Toro local government area of Bauchi State. According to security officials of the local government, the incident occurred, on Friday, 22 August, between 10:30 and 11:30 pm. A local government security source said, “On that fateful... Read More
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