Rihanna is many things: young, hot and wildly successful to name just a few – but one thing she can never be accused of is being a wallflower. Fans of the Barbadian beauty have become accustomed to seeing the singer in various states of undress both on stage and during her downtime, which is largely... Read More
Tiny plastic beads filled with gas may help men overcome impotence – and early results show that the treatment is more effective than Viagra. The beads – less than 1mm wide- are injected into the penis, where they slowly release a gas called nitric oxide. This helps widen blood vessels, improving blood supply to the... Read More
Alexandra Burke has peeled off in a brand new advertising campaign for animal rights organisation PETA. A new poster campaign sees the former X Factor winner completely naked in a tasteful black and white shot emblazoned with the stark message ‘I’d rather go naked than wear fur.’ Despite gazing confidently into the camera lens in... Read More
Model, Miranda Kerr certainly knows how to draw attention everywhere she goes even if she is not on the runway. The Australian beauty drew enough attention to her cleavage, leaving nothing to the imagination in a uniquely low cut white dress and dark eye-wear at Stella McCartney show at Paris Fashion Week. Miranda was very confident... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo Jada Pinkett revealed that she knew Tupac Shakur way before they became stars via Instagram by sharing some old high school and year book photos. She and the late rapper were best friends back at school when they were studying performing arts at the Baltimore School for the Arts in the 1980s. Though they were... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche We understand what you mean when you conclude that maybe we have seen the best of times as a nation. The present feels depressing and the future seems bleak. Power is almost non-existent despite government many interventions, our brothers die, nameless and faceless due to the protracted Boko Haram menace and our... Read More
by Chichi Ikebuiro This is one common enemy that has just been defeated and we need to roll out the drums to celebrate its downfall. The announcement could not have come at a better time-the eve of our 53rd Anniversary. Whether this move is political or otherwise really does not count one bit, it is... Read More
by Lekan Olanrewaju [READ: Point and Kill, Tonto Dikeh, Ijebu garri and more! 53 things you should love about Nigeria TODAY (Part 1)] 53 of the most random things we love – and you should – love about Nigeria, presented in no particular order. 30. The Future Awards Africa A constant reminder of the... Read More
A two-year-old boy from Huaxi, has undergone an operation to give ‘birth’ after doctors diagnosed him as ‘pregnant’. Xiao Feng, was brought to hospital after his stomach had become so distended that he had begun to suffer breathing difficulties. Once admitted, doctors took x-rays and MRI scans and discovered that Feng was carrying the undeveloped... Read More
The Central Bank of Nigeria will on Wednesday begin the full implementation of its cash-less policy in the Federal Capital Territory, Rivers, Kano, Anambra, Ogun and Abia states. This follows the end of a three-month moratorium on the charges given to customers who withdraw or deposit higher than the amount stipulated in the cash-less... Read More
A churchgoing Brooklyn grandmother was nearly decapitated when her crazed husband killed her with a kitchen knife in front of her 4-year-old grandson Sunday, police and relatives said. The victim, Hazel Robinson, 51, was attacked about 11:45 a.m. by her husband, Ian Robinson, in the home they shared on E. 102nd St. in... Read More
by Ochereme Nnanna Contrary to Junaidu’s assumptions, it is the South, not the North, that is the guardian and guarantor of Nigeria’s continued existence. The moment the South finally decide they have had enough of Nigeria, this country will cease to exist. It is because the South has never achieved a consensus to break up... Read More
by Lekan Olanrewaju 53 of the most random things we love – and you should – love about Nigeria, presented in no particular order. 1. Tinsel Sure, we complain about the accents – which, let’s face it, do get quite ridiculous – but we can’t help but love this show. 2. Jollof Rice Yes, there... Read More
by Theophilus Ilevbare At the milestone of five decades and three years, we must do away with tyrannical tendencies that engender impunity, disregard for the rule of law and the fundamental rights of Nigerians. As Nigeria performs the ritual of celebrating the country at it marks 53-years as an independent nation and a member of... Read More
by Odiete Eseoghene Three years ago I dreamt and with each passing day the dream becomes clearer. As we celebrate our 53rd independence, there is no better time to truly envision tomorrow. Light everywhere like it is the first day of creation! I see beautiful houses and mansions. I see skyscrapers. I see good hospitals; schools too.... Read More
by Eric Osagie But amidst all these, we must not, never, lose hope. The good news: We can have a nation of the dreams of our founding fathers. We only need to play our parts. The leaders and the led. It’s simple: Let the leaders lead well and the followers follow well. Land of beauty.... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, today delivered a national broadcast to mark the nation’s 53rd Independence Anniversary. Jonathan spoke on the unity of Nigeria, the efforts of his administration at accelerating development, his determination to put an end into the scourge of terrorism ravaging many parts... Read More
by Isi Esene Today marks a new chapter in Nigeria’s chequered history and its often difficult battle against the challenges of corruption, terrorism, inadequate infrastructure, insecurity and more. Nigerians have, however, refused to cowed by the challenges of everyday living, choosing instead to stand strong and firm in their resolve to its success story –... Read More
by Ikem Eva Deborah Today, I expect our leaders to perform the same dance of shame they perform at Nigeria’s birthday every year, while the country is gradually breaking into pieces. In fact, I expect today’s ‘birthday’ cake to be twice bigger than it was last year. After all, Nigeria is worth celebrating. By way... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo Following the opening of a luxury hotel by the Lagos State Governor, Babatunde Raji Fashola, on Sunday, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state has demanded explanations as to who financed the hotel. The Lagos Chapter of the PDP also demanded that Governor Fashola come public and declare his assets to... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo The fame and benefits accorded to Arik teenage stowaway, Daniel Ohikhena, after his escapade might just be the reason why three impressionable young men decided to follow in his footsteps. [READ: INCREDIBLE: Teenage boy stowed away in Arik flight to Lagos] Operatives of the Lagos State Airport Command of the Nigerian Police... Read More
by Abigail Anaba Perhaps we can celebrate that we are learning to walk again and we have confidence that he who walks will run. Once upon a time, in a land in faraway West Africa, a child was born, a Prince. As legend would have it, the Prince was to grow to be a mighty... Read More
by Adeola Balogun A young couple and three of their companions have been killed in an auto accident at the Berger Junction along the Ishiagu – Afikpo Road in Ebonyi State. Victor Idam, his wife and three others rode in an ash Nissan car and were headed for Abakaliki, the state capital when they collided... Read More
by Akan Ido In an early morning Independence Day broadcast today (Tuesday), President Goodluck Jonathan announced the setting up of an Advisory Committee to establish modalities for a national conference aimed at resolving issues that currently cause friction in the polity. President Jonathan said that the committee which will have Dr. Femi Okurounmu as its... Read More
by Isi Esene President Goodluck Jonathan gave his Independence Day broadcast to the nation earlier today expressing optimism about the future of the country and conviction that Nigeria is on a steady course to greatness. He spoke about the menace of terrorism assuring citizens that his administration will do all in its power to squash... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo Policemen deployed in Akwa Ibom State to quell a riot are alleged to have shot a 60 year old woman, identified as Comfort John. The officers were assigned to the Afaha Offot Market in the state during a protest by the market women over the demolition of their stalls. According to reports,... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo There is a slight glimmer of hope that the perpetrators of the dastardly Yobe school murder, that left several students dead, will be brought to book as soldiers are deployed to locate them and bring them to justice. According to reports, there are strong indications that the Boko Haram members suspected to... Read More
by Habeeb Kolade So you either join the bandwagon of blamers who blame Jonathan and every other person except themselves for Nigeria’s woes. You can also join those who would quickly flee the country at any given opportunity having lost faith in the country or those who believe Boko Haram and the rampant corruption are... Read More