by Rudolf Okonkwo Tomorrow, I will publicly release my assets declaration forms that I submitted to the ICPC. And I will direct all my ministers to do the same. State governors and local government chairmen must all make public their assets. Fellow country men and women, Over four years ago, I was sworn in... Read More
by Akan Ido Following Boko Haram’s audacious attack on the convoy of Emirs who were on their way to attend the funeral of the Emir of Gombe, the Emir of Askira, HRH Mai Abdullahi Ibn Muhammadu has made his thoughts known to the public. The Emir escaped by the skin of his teeth but the... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo A man in Oyo has urged a court to end his marriage of 11 years due to his wife’s troublesome nature. Ademola Adelanwa told the customary court sitting in the Idi-Ose, Ibadan area that his wife, Opeyemi was always nagging. The wife on the other hand said that she had suspected her... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo A former Governor of Oyo, Adebayo Alao-Akala, has lost his driver after the latter was shot and killed by unidentified gunmen yesterday. Alhaji Alabi Ajikobi was said to have just stepped out of a bank when he was felled by the bullets of his assailants. This comes just days after another former... Read More
by Seun Adegoke Oyeniyi Burning heavy cash on marketing and engagement to tear down market reluctance to e-commerce in emerging markets is the signature strategy which Rocket’s success is attributed to. It seems like ages now, but it has only been two years since Rocket Internet GmbH touched down in Nigeria’s e-commerce space with the launch... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo If you like fashion, but don’t want to spend a lot of money, there are a few tips you need to keep in mind: 1. Decide what you need in your wardrobe. The first step is to keep your clothing organized. When you don’t, you can’t remember what you own and you... Read More
by Ifreke Iyang It was great to see Osaze Odemwingie back in the green of Nigeria. Didn’t have much time, but he reminded us of the skill, pace and invention he brings to the team. Must go to the World Cup! Joseph Yobo: Watching the game on Wednesday night, you are forced to wonder what the... Read More
by S’ola Filani One Miss Sherifat Bakare, 24, and four other members of her gang were apprehended last Wednesday by the men of Ogun State SARS, who had been on their trail after receiving a tip-off about the gang’s plan. According to her, it all began a few weeks ago when another member of the... Read More
by S’ola Filani While advocating against marital abuse, TV presenter and activist Funmi Iyanda during the week suggested that abusive men be excommunicated. Funmi tweeted “No family/church/institution should encourage a daughter to return to an abusive relationship/marriage. If you touch my child, l will kill you. ‘Girls, rule 1. There are no princes anywhere waiting... Read More
by S’ola Filani Nigerian Navy personnel have arrested about 12 stowaways including a Ghanaian who allegedly sneaked into a Spain-bound vessel, MV African Osprey, in their search for greener pasture. Handing over the suspects to Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), the Flag Officer Commanding (FOC) Western Naval Command (WNC), Rear Admiral Sanmi Alade, said their mission... Read More
by Femi Fani-Kayode I say this because for the first time since he came to power four years ago I was genuinely impressed with President Goodluck Jonathan’s Democracy Day speech. He declared total war on Boko Haram and directed that our security agencies and Armed Forces should utterly crush them. Now that is a real... Read More
by S’ola Filani It’s been twenty four hours since her abduction but she is yet to be found. Ninety-year-old Madam Ogboro Dark, mother-in-law of the Speaker of Bayelsa State House of Assembly, Honourable Kombowei Benson, was kidnapped by gunmen operating along the waterways of southern Ijaw Local Government Area of the state, at about 2am... Read More
by Dele Momodu In those months, Sir Michael showed a different style of governance that got him the sobriquet of Baba Go-Slow because of the manner he took his time on everything he had to do. He never rushed into hasty decisions. He didn’t grab power for his personal aggrandisement. He was a man... Read More
by Berry Brimah Why is the President of Nigeria being advised and investing so much in fighting to transform #BringBackOurGirls to #ReleaseOurGirls. Is there so much in a ‘mere’ name and a hashtag? It means a lot to Nigeria’s president that the world stops protesting and requiring it of him and the nation’s security service... Read More
by Shantanu Prasher There’s no denying that school days were some of the best days of our lives. Back in school, we made friends that we still have and will probably have for the rest of our lives. Speaking of friendship, here are 10 types of schoolmates we all grew up... Read More
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by Alison Bryant It’s often said that if you want a lasting relationship, it’s no use hanging around in clubs or bars. That kind of place tends to attract people looking for a meaningless fling. Don’t waste time looking in the wrong places; focus your attention on places where you might meet potential... Read More
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by Adeola Balogun A Nigerian teenager resident in the United States of America is said to have attempted suicide by jumping into the Hudson River. 17-year-old high school student, Omotayo Adeoye, a resident of the Bronx, is said to have been distraught after a cheating scandal. This was what allegedly led her to jumping off... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo Defence Headquarters says body of Emir of Gwoza has been recovered The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Friday said the body of Emir of Gwoza, who died when gunmen attacked a convoy of three emirs had been recovered. The gunmen attacked the convoy of emirs of Gwoza, Uba and Askira who were travelling to... Read More
by Zara Mustapha A heavily pregnant woman dropped dead while brushing her teeth- two days after she was given a clean bill of health by doctors. 22-year-old, Jade Glen who was eight months pregnant was found dead at her parent’s home by friends who had come to visit to find out why she was not... Read More
by Akan Ido The body of the Emir of Gwoza who was killed in a convoy during an attack by gunmen on Friday has been recovered by the Defence Headquarters (DHQ). Suspected Boko Haram insurgents had attacked the convoy of emirs of Gwoza, Uba and Askira who were travelling to Gombe for the funeral of the late Emir... Read More
by Solomon Jacob Due to the present dichotomy and disparity between HND and BSC holders, the polytechnic applicant is already an inferior to the university student in the making even before he\she started the polytechnic program or course…. Academic activities in Nigeria public polytechnics have been paralyzed for the past 10 months which is over... Read More
by Gimba Kakanda The disunity of classes at Unity Fountain was a part materialisation of Comrade Melaye’s prophecy, and I was sure he understood that he’s overripe, being extravagantly “wealthy”, for consumption by “the poor” referenced. I have been writing, possessed by a fantasy, about elitism, lamenting its destructive effects in my bids to identify... Read More
by Corina Dondas Even though a compliment is the perfect ice breaker and most people are delighted to receive them, there are still a few compliments that women find insulting, even though they weren’t meant that way. Sometimes a compliment can be backhanded, since we can all be extremely sensitive to criticism, and... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo Nigerians have severally been described as been resilient. Immanuel James’s debut novel, Under Bridge is a book that aptly captures this never-say-never spirit. The protagonist, Victor Ekwueme is left to his devices after his parents’ marriage packs up, leaving him to father his three siblings. He journeys to Lagos from his village in Eastern... Read More
by Hali Tsotetsi Why focus on what’s going wrong with your day and life, when you can focus on what’s going right. I’m not going to judge you if you like to blare “Talk Dirty” when you’re by yourself. But I definitely don’t want to hear your dope playlist while I’m trying... Read More
by Tutu Akinlabi Actress, Ini Edo obviously likes to change it up when it comes to her looks. The Nollywood star, who was seen sporting a trim figure recently, is now back to being her curvaceous self. Ini showed off her bigger behind in this clingy skirt and it looks like someone has been doing... Read More
by Tutu Akinlabi A billboard for a coffee advert in Washington is causing commotion due to the half-clad model showcased on it. The advert shows a woman wearing a tiny bikini showing off her backside and the sides of her breasts. Conservative residents have criticized the ad, calling it inappropriate. NY Daily reports: Kandace Holquist,... Read More
by Cheta Nwanze To be realistic, I can’t think of too many other ways to end this madness given that we hear all sorts of stories from the military side of things, and no longer know what to believe. I have a confession to make, I’m a bit of a chauvinist. Nothing too serious, just the... Read More