Gay rights activist, Bisi Alimi’s documentary shortlisted for American Public Broadcasting Service Online Film Festival (WATCH)

by Rachel Ogbu Watch “Asylum – Bisi”, a short documentary film about Bisi Alimi, who was one of the first Nigerians to openly discuss his homosexuality on national television and as a result, put his life in danger. Alimi faced death threats, stiff opposition, physical and verbal attacks because of his sexual orientation and for his... Read More

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March 12, 2013

Y! Likes: ‘That Man from Galilee’ – el Mafrex featuring Scottish Christian rock band, Royal Foundlings (WATCH)

by Rachel Ogbu MOBO Awards nominated and SNMA winning artiste, el Mafrex has released ‘That Man from Galilee’, the brand new song from the forth coming Album; ‘Who am I?’ It is the 3rd in a series and feature Dave Brackenridge, the Lead vocalist of Scottish Christian Rock Band – Royal Foundlings. The video which is directed... Read More

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March 12, 2013

I’ve never been Ezekwesili’s aide – Chiahemen

Editor-in-Chief of National Accord newspaper, Mr. Tom Chihemen, has denied speculations that he was a former aide of erstwhile Education Minister, Dr. Oby Ezekwesile. In a press statement issued by the publisher of the Abuja-based weekly last night following claims by the anti-graft agency, ICPC, that he had served as Ezekwesili’s lieutenant, he debunked the... Read More

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March 12, 2013

3 reasons why feeling hungry Is healthy

by Melinda Johnson “Hunger” has a very negative connotation in our society. Our immediate reaction to the word is that it’s a bad thing, something to be eradicated and fixed. Of course, when we’re using the word “hunger” to describe the issue of food insecurity, we are indeed describing a problem. However, when there’s plenty of... Read More

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March 12, 2013

Thank us later: The 4 secrets to a lasting relationship

by Jeff Cannon You can become the change you want to see in your partner and in your relationship. You’ll find it’s easier to create change when you lead by example, and that starts with simply being aware. When a relationship becomes a one-way way street, it ends up at a dead end sooner or... Read More

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March 12, 2013

Baba’s got swag: Former President Obasanjo with President Carter in the White House (SNAPSHOT)

by Idoreyin Sampson This is a photo of Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on a state visit to America in 1978, reportedly. With him is then US President Jimmy Carter. We can’t help commenting on the swag factor in Baba’s pose.

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March 12, 2013

“So, my impression of the city was pretty different”: Lagos through the eyes of Whiteman

by Akeem Lasisi Whiteman Former Editor of West Africa magazine, Kaye Whiteman, joins the league of ‘Lagosians’ who have written about Lagos Many literary enthusiasts rose to celebrate with a former editor of West Africa magazine, Kaye Whiteman, on Wednesday, when his book, Lagos: A Cultural and Historical Companion, was presented in Lagos. Also, Lagos State Governor, Mr.... Read More

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March 12, 2013

Oops: Supermodel Oluchi, suffered a boobilicious wardrobe malfunction at the AMVCAs (PHOTO)

by Idoreyin Sampson Oh, o! New York based supermodel, Oluchi Orlando, turned up in a smashing blue dress at the just concluded Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards but, it seemed to at some point suffer a malfunction and showed more than it should. Sorry, love.

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March 12, 2013

First Bank launches its Youth Excel Series in Lagos

by Isi Esene As part of its efforts to present itself as the bank of choice for Nigerian youth, First Bank Nigeria, Plc., organized the Youth Excel Series at the University of Lagos Main Auditorium on February 26, 2013. The event which was anchored by comedian, Jedi, enlightened the audience, made-up of mainly students, about... Read More

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March 12, 2013

Review: Bovi is a man on fire, let him burn

by Wilfred Okiche It took some time to light the fire. Billed to commence at 7pm on the evening of March 10, Bovi Ugbomah’s one-man comedy show, ‘Man on fire’ did not start until at least two hours later. He mumbled a semblance of an apology, insisting he was primed and ready to go but... Read More

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March 12, 2013

”Being gay is a blessing” – Anderson Cooper

Anderson Cooper said that “being gay is a blessing” and he “couldn’t be more proud” of his sexuality in an exclusive chat with HuffPost Gay Voices Editor-at-Large Michelangelo Signorile. The award-winning CNN anchor, 45, joined Signorile’s SiriusXM OutQ programfrom Rome, where he is covering the Vatican conclave. In what was deemed as Cooper’s only full-length interview ahead... Read More

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March 12, 2013

Close call: Eva Longoria almost trips on her long flowing gown on stage (PHOTOS)

She had earlier made an elegant arrival on the red-carpet in her long flowing gown. But as she took to the stage at the 2013 Laureus World Sports Awards in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on Monday night, Eva Longoria nearly fell flat on her face after coming close to tripping on the attire. But the... Read More

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March 12, 2013

8 business principles that never go out of style

by Jeff Haden Some business principles come and go. A company I worked for started so many game-changing transformational programs and then, like a disgraced member of the Politburo, quickly abandoned and airbrushed them out of our corporate history so we could start yet another “business-critical” program that would be abandoned. We referred to them as the “acronym... Read More

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March 12, 2013

Diva-rivalry: Omotola and Genevieve come close to a fist fight at the AMVCAs (LOOK)

by Idoreyin Sampson Gotcha! Nollywood actresses, Omotola and Genevieve Nnaji, are seen here playfully posed in a fist fight backstage at the AMVCAs which held this Saturday. The A-listers have been debunking rumours of a bitter rivalry between them for years. Enjoy! [READ: Rita Dominic got it PERFECTLY right at the AMVCAs (We love!) –... Read More

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March 12, 2013

Awww, see her tummy: Kim Kardashian’s baby bump in (unmistakably) here (LOOK)

by Idoreyin Sampson The reality TV star, Kim Kardashian was spotted in a skin tight mini black dress showing her baby bump, unmistakably. The star was reportedly visiting her mother Kris Jenner at her office in Woodland Hills California, yesterday, the 32-year-old strutted along in a pair of black leather Louboutin sandals. [Photos: H/T to... Read More

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March 12, 2013

Fife Ogunde: Promising voyage to freedom (30 Days, 30 Voices)

I have always been good at covering issues so pretending that all was fine was not a problem. That did not change the fact that I was morally bankrupt, visionless and without self-esteem I have always been regarded by everyone close to me as one ‘filled with potential’ I carried the tag throughout my primary... Read More

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March 12, 2013

Tradition in force: The Prime Minister bows to his Queen (LOOK)

by Idoreyin Sampson This serves as a reminder that that royal traditions in England are still in force. Queen Elizabeth II receives Prime Minister David Cameron in her private sitting room in one of her residences, Balmoral. [Photos: H/T to Daily Mail]

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March 12, 2013

“Hustle must continue”: Psquare ventures into oil business? (SNAPSHOT)

by Idoreyin Sampson Peter Okoye, one of the international music sensation, Psquare posted on Instagram photos of he and his twin brother, with some police officers, in what appears to be a tank farm with the caption, “Hustle must continue….Oil business tinz”. He posted another with the caption, “More business #oilsector”. [READ: Aww, so pretty: SEE... Read More

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March 12, 2013

Iyinoluwa Aboyeji: The unthinkable potential of technology ecosystems (Y! Frontpage)

That said, the success of ecosystems that are these successful are the result of more than a cluster of buildings in a fancy park. At the end of the day it will boil down to how the culture will connect with the environment to foster an environment where we all focused on helping each other... Read More

March 12, 2013

Rita Dominic got it PERFECTLY right at the AMVCAs (We love!) – See Photos

by Idoreyin Sampson And our best look at the AMVCAs goes to… Rita Dominic. Our lady was classy, well put together. Her make up was the best, she was modest, elegant, classy (we just had to say it again). Her smokey eyes were just the killer. She was super sexy! Stunning, just stunning! We loved... Read More

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March 12, 2013

Tender kisses for mum: Uche Jombo and husband show her mum some love on Mother’s Day (LOOK)

by Idoreyin Sampson This is such a lovely black and white snapshot. Nollywood actress, who recently premiered her movie, “My Life, My Damages”, is spotted planting tender kisses along with her husband, American Kenny Rodriguez on her mother on Mother’s day, Sunday. [READ: I don’t consider it long distance”- Kenny Rodriguez speaks on marriage to... Read More

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March 12, 2013

Pastor Bimbo Odukoya’s son, Jimmy weds in London (SNAPSHOT)

by Chi Ibe Jimmy Odukoya and Kemi Banjoko got married on Saturday March 9 2013. Jimmy is a gospel rap artiste and pastor who is also the son of the late Pastor Bimbo Odukoya and Pastor Taiwo Odukoya of Fountain of Life Church. He met his bride in 2011.

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March 12, 2013

“Pay up or lose your fame”: Our Daily Manna publisher, Chris Kwakpovwe threatened

by Isi Esene Following reports that Chris Kwakpovwe, the publisher of Our Daily Manna publisher was embroiled in a adultery scandal, his church has kicked back describing the story as false. Kwakpovwe was said to have been dragged to court by his ‘ex-wife’ for committing adultery when they were married. According to a statement released... Read More

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March 12, 2013

“You’re always in my heart.” – Fiancée of murdered British worker leaves heart wrenching message on Facebook

by Rachel Ogbu The British construction worker among the seven apparently executed by Ansaru terrorists in Nigeria has been named. Brendan Vaughan originally from Leeds lived in Thailand and was engaged to his Thai girlfriend, Orasa Arpornkaew. On his Facebook wall, Arpornkaew wrote: “Your always in my heart.” There were also messages from other friends; Peter Dixon... Read More

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March 12, 2013

‘It’s not confirmed yet, the 7 foreigners could still be alive’ – Minister of Interior, Abba Moro

by Rachel Ogbu The Minister of Interior, Abba Moro, has said the government was still working to free the seven foreign construction workers kidnapped by Islamic group, Jama’atu Ansarul Musilimina Fi Biladis Sudan. “As long as it (killing) remains unconfirmed, efforts will be made to ensure their rescue and security,” Moro spoke at the BBC Hausa... Read More

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March 12, 2013

Vanished! N7.93 billion missing from Federation Account, CBN, NCS, FIRS under pressure

by Rachel Ogbu An audit investigation conducted into the operations of the Federation Account noted that the Nigeria Customs Service, NSC, claimed that it remitted the N2334.430bn, but 2007 records at the CBN showed that only N241.366bn was made available to Federation Accounts Allocation Committee, FAAC. The House of Representatives on Monday calculated that N7.935bn was... Read More

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March 12, 2013

(Finally) sacked: President Jonathan removes the Civil Aviation Authority DG, Harold Demuren from office

by Rachel Ogbu The Director-General of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, Harold Demuren was sacked yesterday, March 11 after his “unsatisfactory response to the numerous concerns of stakeholders in the aviation sector” following last year’s crash of a Dana Air plane in Ishaga area of Lagos that claimed 163 lives. In a brief statement issued on... Read More

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March 11, 2013

New Video: Tiwa Savage featuring Don Jazzy in ‘Without my heart’ (WATCH)

by Isi Esene Tiwa Savage is back with the video to her song,‘Without my heart’, featuring MAVIN Records boos, Don Jazzy. The video is directed by Mark Hofmeyr. Enjoy the video below:

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March 11, 2013

Finally: Lagos gov’t re-opens Ladipo market

by Isi Esene The Lagos State Government has reopened the Ladipo market which was closed on February 25 over environmental offences. In a statement released by the ministry of environment to that effect, the government stated that it is opening the market due to the intervention of well-meaning Nigerians including the governor of Imo State,... Read More

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Gay rights activist, Bisi Alimi’s documentary shortlisted for American Public Broadcasting Service Online Film Festival (WATCH)

Y! Likes: ‘That Man from Galilee’ – el Mafrex featuring Scottish Christian rock band, Royal Foundlings (WATCH)

I’ve never been Ezekwesili’s aide – Chiahemen

3 reasons why feeling hungry Is healthy

Thank us later: The 4 secrets to a lasting relationship

Baba’s got swag: Former President Obasanjo with President Carter in the White House (SNAPSHOT)

“So, my impression of the city was pretty different”: Lagos through the eyes of Whiteman

Oops: Supermodel Oluchi, suffered a boobilicious wardrobe malfunction at the AMVCAs (PHOTO)

First Bank launches its Youth Excel Series in Lagos

6 habits of remarkably likable people

Review: Bovi is a man on fire, let him burn

”Being gay is a blessing” – Anderson Cooper

Close call: Eva Longoria almost trips on her long flowing gown on stage (PHOTOS)

8 business principles that never go out of style

Diva-rivalry: Omotola and Genevieve come close to a fist fight at the AMVCAs (LOOK)

Awww, see her tummy: Kim Kardashian’s baby bump in (unmistakably) here (LOOK)

Fife Ogunde: Promising voyage to freedom (30 Days, 30 Voices)

Tradition in force: The Prime Minister bows to his Queen (LOOK)

“Hustle must continue”: Psquare ventures into oil business? (SNAPSHOT)

Iyinoluwa Aboyeji: The unthinkable potential of technology ecosystems (Y! Frontpage)

Rita Dominic got it PERFECTLY right at the AMVCAs (We love!) – See Photos

Tender kisses for mum: Uche Jombo and husband show her mum some love on Mother’s Day (LOOK)

Pastor Bimbo Odukoya’s son, Jimmy weds in London (SNAPSHOT)

“Pay up or lose your fame”: Our Daily Manna publisher, Chris Kwakpovwe threatened

“You’re always in my heart.” – Fiancée of murdered British worker leaves heart wrenching message on Facebook

‘It’s not confirmed yet, the 7 foreigners could still be alive’ – Minister of Interior, Abba Moro

Vanished! N7.93 billion missing from Federation Account, CBN, NCS, FIRS under pressure

(Finally) sacked: President Jonathan removes the Civil Aviation Authority DG, Harold Demuren from office

New Video: Tiwa Savage featuring Don Jazzy in ‘Without my heart’ (WATCH)

Finally: Lagos gov’t re-opens Ladipo market

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