by Akin Osuntokun If any was needed, the proof positive of Obasanjo’s hegemony was the unfettered discretionary powers he had and exercised to determine who would succeed him as president. In the attribution of presidential hegemony, Obasanjo set the precedent for his successors to follow. In the light of the centenary celebrations it occurred to... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo Nigerian security forces operating with the Multi-National Joint Task Force (MNJTF) on Thursday repelled a dusk attack by terrorists in their bid to overrun markets in communities in the outskirts of Monguno and NNPC at New Marte, Borno State, along Chadian border. This is according to a statement by the Director of... Read More
by Adeola Balogun A woman is in trouble with the law after she gave a strong alcoholic drink to a 12-year-old girl who was staying at her home. 26-year-old Hazel Aitchison gave a bottle of vodka to her friend’s daughter during a sleepover. Ms. Aitchison is facing charges of culpably and recklessly purchasing and providing... Read More
by LifeSpan Dehydration is not necessarily to be always obvious and by the time you get thirsty, you are already dehydrated. A chronic form of dehydration which does not have the intense and sudden nature of the acute form is widespread in the present day and affects people who are not drinking enough liquid. This... Read More
God designed marriage for completeness, that is, to help us fulfil our goals and potentials (Gen 2: 18), as well as for companionship, fruitfulness, enjoyment, protection, and to typify Christ and the Church. However, He has given you a choice to determine who to marry (Prov. 18:22). Chemistry is a very important pointer towards making... Read More
by Adeola Balogun The Boko Haram menace is a source of concern around the country and even around the world with many wondering if security forces are doing enough to tackle the militants. This photo is obviously trying to insinuate that the Nigerian army chiefs are sleeping on their duties, literally. On a lighter note... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo I think Tonto Dikeh’s stylist needs a major raise this year for ensuring that the talented actress is always looking smoking hot — even in an early morning selfie. The star shared this photo on her Instagram handle, showing flawless smooth skin draped in Adire (tie-dye material) robe and perfect makeup. Ain’t... Read More
by Zara Mustapha A woman Nkechi Obisike, is still not over the death of her husband, Ndubuisi Obisike, whom she claimed was murdered by a team of police officers on patrol along Igbo-Etche junction in Rivers State. Since her husband’s brutal murder, Mrs. Obisike and her eight children now reside in an uncompleted building. According to reports, Efforts... Read More
by Adeola Balogun A Malaysian couple has been convicted and sentenced to death after being found guilty of causing the death of their maid. Fong Kong Meng, 58 and his wife Teoh Ching Yen, 56 were said to have starved 26-year-old Isti Komariyah to death. Isti was said to have weighed 46kg before she started... Read More
by Adeola Balogun A little girl has been found dead after she was reportedly given a heroin-like drug to keep her quiet. 2-year-old Sophie Jones died of a cardiac arrest after she swallowed a lethal dose of the drug Methadone. The drug is believed to have been given to the little girl by a family... Read More
By Michele Zipp on CafeMom’s blog, The Stir Kissing really is one of the best things we do on this planet. It’s better than eating fresh out of the oven chocolate chip cookies. A good kiss is, anyway. A great smooch turns us on, gets us going, makes us want to kiss more…and could even burn calories(unlike those cookies).... Read More
by Zara Mustapha A 26-year-old tourist, Daniel Dudzisz who was missing for almost three weeks claimed to have survived the ordeal by eating flies. Dudzisz went missing on February 17 after he missed his way and became stranded in the wilderness. According to an Inspector, Mark Henderson, the tourist was picked up by a motorist late Thursday... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo Curious about the places this man has been to? Just check out his back. 59-year-old Bill Passman is a globe-trotter who is keeping track of his travels on a giant map tattoo. He is also a retired lawyer from Louisiana and has been to 60 different countries round the world which... Read More
by Fox News Nail that ‘I know’ look. “Even if you don’t know it, fake it,” Atwal says. “Always maintain that face that tells others, ‘I know exactly where I am going. I’m in control.'” Ya know? Don’t follow the fashion herd Forget the trends, and opt instead for styles that complement your body... Read More
by Namati Emam 1. We are waiting for that someone we can live with and can’t live without. Cheesy, but true! While some people meet this person early on in life and are thus spared the social nag, not everyone has the same life path, and this is where problems start. Some girls would... Read More
by Kiri Blakeley People who lied about something major, such as their marital status, or who they are — where they live, their job, their criminal history — don’t deserve more than a text message. 1. It’s the early days. If you’ve only been on a few dates, I’m not even sure a breakup... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo To teach her husband ‘a lesson for having a one-night stand’, a woman set herself on fire. 51-year-old Dianne Staniforth, was said to discovered her husband, Paul was cheating after seeing a text message on his phone. She then decided to set herself on fire to make him regret his actions. Daily Mail... Read More
by Akan Ido Beyonce and Jay Z are obviously having a break from daddy and mummy duties in London. The power couple cannot get enough of London hot spot, The Arts Club as they have been seen for the second time headed to the Mayfair private members club to let loose. Beyonce who is currently on... Read More
by Akan Ido Oscar winner, Lupita Nyong’o may actually be having something romantic to do with Waving Flag rapper, Keinan Abdi Warsame. The 12 Years A Slave actress was on Monday spotted with the rapper, K’naan as they emerged from the Live! TV studios fueling rumours there might be something brewing between them. This is... Read More
by Soyombo Ayomikun This Usain Bolt holds no world records. But has rich ‘compound records’. Whenever he chases his children in his compound he wins. Subsequently beating the hell out of them. He’s the Nigerian parent. Who believes training a child is synonymous to beating I heard the thumping footsteps A race between the hunter... Read More
by James Silas From the stories Nuru had told us about his uncle, we understood that his uncle was a ‘Jaiye-Jaiye’ guy. Thinking about it now, his uncle was probably between 30 and 35 years at the time because he partied and drank a lot; he also had a lot of girlfriends that he would... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo From the stable of one of Africa’s leading female gospel singers comes this new song that accompanies the mind all day. EFE Nathan has done it again with a medley version of one of her beloved singles ‘I Declare’. This medley is a remix of a 2011 version of ‘I Declare’ from... Read More
by Tunde Leye When will Africa stop being the baby of the world? Why are we the ones who still find it so easy to descend to the lowest levels and kill ourselves in the most violent of manners over a few rocks? I am tired of what being African seems to mean. And this... Read More
THE UNCOMFORTABLE TRUTH OF ELUSIVE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT- NIGERIA’S CENTURY OLD FAILURES AND PROSPECTS FOR A NEW NIGERIA The unwillingness of any group of political elite to understand this emerging power of the Office of the Citizen can only be a loss to the former and yet another missed opportunity added to our canvass of political... Read More
by Demola Rewaju I follow great people on twitter (at least 85% of those I follow qualify) and invariably most times one person or the other would tweet a great link and I invariably click on the link. One of those great folks I follow is TImi Ogunde (@tmeogunde). I know because he tweets... Read More
by Olusegun Adeniyi I could not but remember that anecdote last week following the gruesome murder of no fewer than 43 innocent school children at the Federal Government College, Buni Yadi in Yobe State where scores of others are still missing. On Monday, the state Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Ahmed Mustapha Goniri, disclosed that the... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo President Goodluck Jonathan is said to have stated that unlike many Nigerian rulers, he doesn’t have foreign accounts or property abroad. This comes just after the United States of America announced that it had frozen $480 million worth of funds embezzled by the late dictator, Sani Abacha. President Jonathan is said to... Read More
by Britni Danielle Let’s be clear: Lupita Nyong’o is a star. Period. By now you’ve heard the news that Kenyan actress Lupita Nyong’o won an Oscar for her performance in Steve McQueen’s epic drama 12 Years A Slave. And while I could almost feel sisters around the globe shouting in glee, some have already attempted... Read More
Gimba Kakanda: Sanusi’s whistle-blowing is an exercise in futility