REVEALED: How Governor Lamido & his sons allegedly stole over N10billion

by Chi Ibe Yesterday, the two sons of Jigawa governor, Sule Lamido – Aminu and Mustapha – were arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes commission over allegedly stealing over N10 billion. They were flown to Abuja yesterday for more interrogation. The guys at Premium Times share “inside details” of the criminal activity that led... Read More

November 16, 2013

How 18-year-old boy killed his father in Osun

by Akan Ido Olalekan Adetoyinbo, the 18-year-old boy who allegedly killed his father in Osun must be regretting his actions now. The student would soon be charged to court for hitting his 56-year-old father, Ayodele Adetyinbo with a broken concrete block after a heated argument. The incident reportedly happened on Wednesday, November 13 at Irojo area... Read More

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November 16, 2013

It’s on! ‘Nigeria’s Got Talent’ Season II hits your TV tomorrow

by Chi Ibe The producers of Nigeria’s biggest talent show, Nigeria’s Got Talent have announced that the show will premiere nationwide this Sunday, 17 November. According to them, “The big-budget entertainment reality show, which debuted to global acclaim last year, is back with a new season that fans are already queuing to watch.” ... Read More

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November 16, 2013

“I didn’t insure my boobs for N256 million” – Cossy Orjiakor opens up

by Akan Ido Contrary to news reports that Cossy Orjiakor insured her breasts for a whopping N256 million, the actress has come all out to deny the rumours saying it is “something that somebody just cooked up somewhere.” [READ: ‘I may now have to get dressed’: Cossy Orjiakor’s breasts are now insured for N256 million?]... Read More

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November 16, 2013

Why I have not re-married since I lost my wife – Adams Oshiomhole reveals

by Akan Ido Governor Adams Oshiomhole recently clocked five years as governor of Edo and the landmark occasion was celebrated in style. Oshiomhole talked about his journey so far as Edo governor, the politics of the state, style of administration, the death of his wife, Clara, and more. Read excerpts from the interview below: ... Read More

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November 16, 2013

I’ll cover my boobs when they’re not firm anymore – Cosy Orjiakor bares it all

by Akan Ido Singer, Cossy Orjiakor talked to Vanguard in her usual no-holds-barred manner and it was no-doubt an interesting one. The controversial actress and singer spoke about her singing career, rumours about her boob insurance, relationship and plans for marriage. Orjiakor opened up on her relationship revealing she would either be getting married next... Read More

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November 16, 2013

Opinion: #AnambraDecides – Who will win this election?

by Chioma Obinna It is advisable for the people to go out en masse and thumb print for their right candidates on the ballot paper. Whatever domestic issues the state faces would be settled in due course. As the people go out to vote, let them bear in mind that the political founding -fathers of... Read More

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November 16, 2013

Opinion: The Super Eagles are just 90 minutes away from Brazil

by Segun Ake Stephen Keshi also seem like a boss, a man that knows what he wants and has achieved some feat at Togo (qualifying them for their first world cup but he did not take them to the world cup as he fell out with the Togolese FA). The Super Eagles of Nigeria are... Read More

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November 16, 2013

Dele Momodu: The travails of Chief Harry Akande

by Dele Momodu It remains a mystery why the powers-that-be hate the guts of such pathfinders. I’m not willing to go into who is wrong and who is right. I just believe, and wish to ensure, that a man of Chief Akande’s status would be better treated with all the respect he deserves. Fellow Nigerians,... Read More

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November 16, 2013

Opinion: Why Anambra voters need God to help them vote today

by Tobe Osigwe While still trying to fathom why heaven should be issuing conflicting directives, the body language of the Catholic leadership in Anambra state began to suffice; that Peter Obi’s self imposed surrogate, Willy Obiano, is the anointed choice. I have been in the dusty town of Nnewi for the past few weeks, I... Read More

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