Gov. Shettima, Saraki, others escape death as plane makes emergency landing

by S’ola Filani Borno State Governor Kashim Shettima, former governor of Kwara State, Senator Bukola Saraki, former Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Hon. Victor Ochei and other top Nigerian political leaders escaped death by whiskers on a British Airways flight 082 that was struck by thunder while approaching Heathrow International Airport... Read More

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May 24, 2014

Nigeria’s army is the biggest obstacle to Chibok schoolgirls rescue – Foreign experts tell The New York Times

by ‘Jola Sotubo For the eager Nigerians who are hoping for good news concerning the 200 plus girls kidnapped from Chibok, Borno last month, the wait might be a long one. This is the bleak picture painted by foreign security experts who have come into the country to help find the missing girls. The New... Read More

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May 24, 2014

Guess who made the list: Meet the top 10 richest comedians in Nigeria

by Tutu Akinlabi Once upon a time, comedy was viewed as a refuge for depressed and jobless men, but now, it’s a different story entirely. Comedy has become a business and it is a booming industry indeed with many young people struggling to find their place in a trade that has made millionaires of its... Read More

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May 24, 2014

War against child abuse: Kwara bans parents from offering children as house helps

by S’ola Filani The state government in Kwara says it would henceforth prosecute any parent who offers his or her child as maid or house help in the state. The announcement was made at a news conference in Bode Sa’adu in Moro Local Government Area of the state on the sideline of a rally... Read More

May 24, 2014

‘My husband hit me with a charm’: Woman alleges before giving up the ghost in Oyo

by ‘Jola Sotubo A middle aged man in Oyo has been arrested after reports that he beat his estranged wife and caused her death. 47-year-old Ismaila Alabi is said to have assaulted Bashirat Alabi after which she went to a hospital and died there. The victim is said to have alleged, before she passed away,... Read More

May 24, 2014

Doro-food: Don Jazzy’s meal is fit only for a Dorobucci (LOOK)

by Tutu Akinlabi Don Jazzy is the founder of the ‘Dorobucci’ movement and he is showing examples of what it means everyday. Today’s lesson is on what kind of food champions eat. He said via Instagram: Studio meal for hit makers Doro eats like nobody does… lessons learnt.

May 24, 2014

Terrible: Prophetess arrested for killing newlywed in Ondo (PICTURED)

by ‘Jola Sotubo A prophetess in Ondo has been arrested and arraigned after reports that she played a part in the murder of a young newlywed and graduate. Victoria Abiodun is said to have caused the death of 34-year-old Victor Oguntibeju through a lethal herbal mixture she gave to him. She was said to have... Read More

May 24, 2014

Wole Soyinka: And now, the ecumenical city of Jos?!

by Wole Soyinka Today, so soon after Nyanya, Jos has turned into yet another national abattoir, the current fate of so many of our towns, villages and other once thriving habitations across northern parts of the nation. This was how I knew Jos from childhood – the ecumenical heart of Nigerian humanity. It was this... Read More

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May 24, 2014

SAD: Tanker fire kills 2 pupils, 3 others in Ogun

by Sola Filani Five persons including two pupils and tanker drivers burnt to death along the Ibadan-Ife Expressway, Ogun state, in an accident involving two tankers yesterday. Six other people sustained varied degrees of injuries and are now receiving treatment in hospitals. Eyewitnesses say the fatal accident occurred when the pupils were on their way... Read More

May 24, 2014

7 ‘useless’ body parts, explained

by Rachel Schultz Every day, people have their tonsils, appendix, and wisdom teeth removed—and after the pain subsides, they proceed without a hitch. The truth is, it’s not all that apparent why many parts of your body are there, or what they actually do. “Evolution moves toward features that are advantageous over others, so... Read More

May 24, 2014

Vanity 101: How to make your butt look fuller

by Vanessa Luis A smaller waist can also make your butt appear bigger. Try exercises that will help you lose weight around your midsection. Exercises like leg lifts, planks, crunches etc. will help slim down your waist. While some women are naturally blessed with big butts, some have to strive a little... Read More

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