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January 18, 2014

‘She’s lost so much weight’: Ex-NAFDAC boss, Dora Akunyili ‘receiving treatment in the US’

by ‘Jola Sotubo All has been quiet recently on the Dora Akunyili front and according to reports, this is because the former minister of information has been ill. Mrs. Akunyili, who gained popularity and repute for her tenure as the Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), is said... Read More
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January 18, 2014

Opinion: Prof. Jega should get ready to go

by Ndubisi Ibelegbu The recent Delta State Senatorial Election as well as the Anambra Guber Polls shows that our Electoral Body is inept, and corrupt. It is also neither independent nor democratic. How can it be when those who are part of the election are allowed to appoint the umpires.  Though I was a little... Read More
January 18, 2014

Opinion: Nigeria’s anti-gay law is a crime against reason

by Ebenezer Obadare There are many reasons why every right-thinking person should oppose this law. Months after it was passed in both the House of Representatives and the Senate, a bill that criminalizes homosexual relationships in Nigeria has been signed into law by President Goodluck Jonathan. The President gave his assent to the bill, which... Read More
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January 18, 2014

Opinion: But wait, what if Jonathan doesn’t run in 2015?

by Fola Ojo This writer spoke with a couple of PDP bigwigs in both Rivers and Akwa Ibom states who said that their people believe it would be an abomination for the President not to run. They also said that if Jonathan backs off from running, it will be assumed that the North and the... Read More
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January 18, 2014

Gay Nigerian pastor relocates church to the UK

by ‘Jola Sotubo Amid a wave of reprisals recorded against homosexuals in the country following the presidential signing of a law criminalizing the act, it has been discovered that a popular self-acclaimed gay pastor, formerly resident in Lagos, may have fled the country. The preacher, known simply as Reverend Rowland, shot to the limelight a... Read More
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January 18, 2014

Dele Momodu: Who is deceiving Mr President?

by Dele Momodu It is really sad that Alhaji Babamanga Tukur became the fall guy of this crisis because he presided over a difficult party at a bad moment. He paid dearly for trying to stay loyal to a President who has chosen to surround himself with warmongers and hawks rather than peacemakers and doves.... Read More
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January 17, 2014

Meet music legend, Onyeka Onwenu’s son, Painter Abe (LOOK)

by Oge Okonkwo Young painter, Abraham Ogunlende is the son of music legend, Onyeka Onwenu and prefers to be called painter Abe. Painter Abe is a newcomer to the Nigerian art scene, he showcased his art in an exhibition titled ‘Culture Shock’ which debuted January 3. Onyeka Onwenu is definitely proud of her son.
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January 17, 2014

Archbishop Desmond Tutu forms political party for gays in SA

Archbishop Desmond Tutu has surprised South Africans by announcing the formation of a gay political party called the Democratic Religious Alliance Against Minority Antagonism (DRAAMA). The party is set to take part in a general election later this year. Last year Tutu outraged Christians when he declared: “I would refuse to go to a homophobic... Read More
January 17, 2014

‘I did it to please my wife’: Driver arraigned for beating up female neighbour

by Oge Okonkwo A 40-year-old driver, David Disu has been arrested and charged before an Ijeshatedo Magistrate’s Court for allegedly attacking his neighbour’s wife, Chinyere Pius with a cutlass. Mr. Disu who resides at  3, Ali Ijaiye Street, off Oseni Road, Lawanson, Surulere, Lagos, admitted to the police that he beat the victim to please his wife but... Read More
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January 17, 2014

PHOTO: What would you do if your girlfriend did this?

by Oke Efagene Some things happen to you sometimes and you wish you were in a nightmare, so you could just wake up and be sure it wasn’t real. Here’s a not-so-funny repost photo from OAP Tolu ‘Toolz’ Oniru, which she shared on her Instagram page recently. Now imagine you come home to your ‘loving’... Read More
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January 17, 2014

“I’m not classless…” – Comedian, AY fires back at Jim Iyke

by Oke Efagene Ace comedian, Ayo ‘AY’ Makun, has responded to the tweet from Nollywood actor, Jim Iyke, in which the actor referred to him as ‘classless’. This came as a result of a comedy skit done by the comedian, which replicates Iyke’s ‘deliverance’ session at TB Joshua’s Synagogue church. AY has said that the... Read More
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January 17, 2014

Why Femi Kuti will not attend this year’s Grammy Awards

by Oke Efagene Son of late Afrobeat legend, Femi Kuti, who has been nominated for the 2014 Grammy awards in far away United States, will not be attending the prestigious ceremony. His sister, Yeni Kuti, who confirmed the remark, said the respected singer has decided not to show up at the event because his expectation... Read More
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January 17, 2014

Opinion: Why Jonathan will lose this war against Amaechi

by Nasiru Suwaid Descriptively, what I was specifically interested on is the group that does the overturning and pinning of the opponent on the ground, but most importantly, could the stomping on the stomach occur and will the leg be allowed linger awhile, as to allow for that momentary lapse of concentration. There is this... Read More
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January 17, 2014

10 ways to build a strong, intimate relationship

by Lynn Newman Genuine happiness is not about feeling good about ourselves because other people love us; it’s more about how well we have loved ourselves and others. 1. Use relationships to teach you how to be whole within: Relationships aren’t about having another person complete you, but coming to the relationship whole and sharing your... Read More
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January 17, 2014

Robust gift: COZA pastor, Biodun Fatoyinbo presented with pricey Rolls Royce (PHOTO)

by Adeola Balogun Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo of the Commonwealth of Zion Assembly (COZA) is in the news again, but this time for a fairly palatable reason. The controversial pastor is said to have become the recipient of a luxury Rolls Royce vehicle. The gift is said to have been presented to Pastor Fatoyinbo by fellow... Read More
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January 17, 2014

Hot or Not? Tennis star, Serena Williams strips down for lingerie brand (PHOTOS)

by Oge Okonkwo Apart from being the world number one tennis player, Serena Williams is known for her famous curves. The 32-year-old tennis champ showed off those curves as she stripped to model a variety of sport bras for Berlei lingerie, whom she has been a brand ambassador for the past 2 years. Williams showed off... Read More
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January 17, 2014

Tragic: Girl shoots 4-year-old cousin dead in grandfather’s house

by Adeola Balogun A routine visit to grandpa’s turned sour in Detroit, Michigan in the United States after a young girl accidentally shot her equally young cousin. The children were playing at the residence when the little girl found the rifle and aimed it at her cousin. The rifle was loaded and the child shot... Read More
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January 17, 2014

Chinagorom Martin: When you’re gay in Nigeria

by Chinagorom Martin Gradually you hit the big 30 and the question of marriage becomes inevitable. Your friends tell you how they have to work up an erection to fulfill conjugal responsibilities to the ladies they have spoused. You do not envy them. You do not blame them. This is Nigeria!  When you’re gay in Nigeria,your... Read More
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January 17, 2014

So true, so false: Brazil’s Christ the Redeemer statue shoots lightning bolt during a storm (PHOTOS)

by Oke Efagene This is a rare picture depicting the moment when the huge 100-foot tall statue of Jesus towering over the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro was hit by a bolt of lightening. The iconic statue which is referred to as Christ the Redeemer, was struck in the early hours of Wednesday, January... Read More
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January 17, 2014

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala: Affordable housing for all will soon become a reality

by Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala An important component to the launch of the NMRC is the development of mass housing schemes by private developers working with the Federal Mortage Bank of Nigeria and other institutions. Some of the mass housing will be done on a Rent to Own Model that will allow low income participants to rent... Read More
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January 17, 2014

Terrible: 16-year-old girl raped to death in Bayelsa

by Oge Okonkwo A 23-year-old man is currently in police detention over an alleged  rape which led to the death of a 16-year-old girl in Oporoma community in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. According to sources, the victim was said to have visited the home of the suspect with her friend where they were offered... Read More
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January 17, 2014

Ghanaian musician calls Jesus ‘a dead god’, rants about Nigeria’s anti-gay law (Viewer Discretion)

by Oke Efagene   A few Nigerian celebrities have spoken against the new anti-gay law in Nigeria, which some have viewed as ‘unnecessary’ and ‘irrelevant’. Now a Ghanaian singer, who goes by the name Wanlov, has added his voice to the outcry but in an unusual manner. The dreadlock sporting artiste has shared some rather... Read More
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January 17, 2014

Aliko Dangote, Christopher Kolade, Mo Abudu, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde lead speakers at 100,000 Voices Telethon

by Oge Okonkwo Following a landmark endorsement by the United Nations, Generational Voices (GenVoices), the project-driven platform to harness the offline and online energy of young Nigerians for practical efforts towards nation building, has unveiled other details for the historic 100,000 Voices Telethon to be hosted by host station, Channels Television from 10am – 1pm... Read More
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