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February 2, 2013

7 ways to keep your cool at work

by Aleasa M. Word There are enough companies downsizing because they have to, don’t become the person they WANT to get rid of. Many people feel if they show up to work every day and put in a conscious effort to get the work done, their employer should be happy and all is right with the... Read More
February 2, 2013

Nduka Obaigbena’s Arise Africa TV hires Emmy award winner, Jeff Koinange as chief anchor

by Rachel Ogbu Emmy award winner, Jeff Koinange is the Chief anchor and reporter for Nduka Obaigbena’s Arise Africa TV station, reports claim. Koinange is a Kenyan journalist and was prior to the announcement, chief reporter at TV station K24. He previously served as the Africa correspondent for CNN and CNN International from 2001 to 2007. Arise... Read More
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February 2, 2013

For the last time: Henry Okah’s sentencing adjourned

by Rachel Ogbu   Henry Okah has received more time to gather witness to testify in the pleading for mitigation of sentence to make sure that justice was done, a South African court says. “I will grant you this request for the last time. I’m granting you three days from February 28, March 1 and March 4, to... Read More
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February 2, 2013

Puzzling tragedy: The story of Seun, the UNILAG student who allegedly committed suicide

When a young undergraduate suddenly commits suicide, neighbours and friends are bound to draw various conclusions. It is a more puzzling tragedy because suicide is not common among youths in Nigeria. Till date, people are wondering why an undergraduate of the University of Lagos identified simply as Seun committed suicide on January 19. His action... Read More
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February 2, 2013

“What bothers me most is the rate women sleep around nowadays”- Ruggedman talks marriage

by Chi Ibe Michael Ugochukwu Stephens also known as Ruggedman, was all about love and relationships in a recent interview. “My ideal woman is not too tall, on the slim side, lovely shape, good sense of humour, God-fearing, and with a sense of responsibility.” “What I like most about women is their affectionate and motherly qualities.... Read More
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February 2, 2013

FG must apologise to Ezekwesili because she was right – Pat Utomi

by Akan Ido Pat Utomi, a political economist, has asked the Federal Government to apologise to Oby Ezekwesili, the Senior Economic Adviser, African Economic Policy Development Initiative. He said the FG must as a matter of urgency address the accountability issues surrounding the Excess Crude Account and $67bn (about N10.6trn) in foreign reserves. The Punch... Read More
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February 2, 2013

“Poor men are terrible people, they can do and undo” – Nollywood actress, Liz Anjorin

by Akan Ido Popular Yoruba actress, Liz Anjorin recently granted an interview detailing her experience, relationship with others actresses, career and life in general. Read excerpts from the Punch Newspapers interview below: We learnt you have reconciled with Iyabo Ojo. We have settled. Nobody settled us. But I don’t know what is wrong with some... Read More
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February 2, 2013

Air assault: Security forces take out 17 Boko Haram members in helicopter gunship strike

by Rachel Ogbu Reports confirm on Friday February 1, security forces in helicopter gunships launched an attack which killed 17 militants and destroyed two training camps allegedly owned by extremist sect, Boko Haram in Borno State. Earlier in the week, Sheik Abu Mohammed Ibn Abdulazeez declared a ceasefire, urging members to halt attacks but violence... Read More
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February 2, 2013

Oh dear: Was Genevieve Nnaji dropped from Half of a Yellow Sun movie?

by Chi Ibe Genevieve Nnaji might have had the opportunity to meet and work with some of Hollywood’s finest including Chiwetel Ejiofor, Dominic Cooper, Anika Noni Rose and Thandie Newton but new reports claim that her minor role will not make it to the big screen of the adaptation of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s novel “Half of... Read More
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February 2, 2013

“FG is watching Boko Haram for 6 months before considering the ceasefire offer”

by Rachel Ogbu  The Federal Government has intensified its manhunt for Boko Haram sect leaders believed to be hiding in the desert and mountains of northern Mali. On Tuesday in Geneva, President Goodluck Jonathan had told the Nigerian community that 50 per cent of Boko Haram members received training in terror in northern Mali. “If you don’t solve... Read More
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February 2, 2013

Mo Abudu, Rita Dominic, Stephanie Linus, Toni Kan, others inspire at The Future Awards Enterprise Conference (PHOTOS)

by Chi Ibe The Main Auditorium of the University of Lagos was filled to capacity with knowledge seekers on Saturday, January 26, 2012  as the Central Working Committee of The Future Awards held the National Enterprise Conference (NEC) and launched the TFESS website, a  jobs/enterprise application site for youth. Speakers at the event included; Kola... Read More
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February 1, 2013

LISTEN: CON.tra.diction releases ‘Hidden Motives’

by Rachel Ogbu Nigerian singer/songwriter CON.tra.diction just released a piece from her album, #PopRockSoulJara. Titled ‘Hidden Motives,’ it was written by CON.tra.diction while in traffic. She had a crush on her friend’s older brother and called her friend’s home phone, hoping his brother would pick it up. That got her thinking and she wrote the... Read More
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February 1, 2013

Brazilian couple outraged that 7-year-old Black (adopted) son was asked to leave BMW dealership

Ronald Munk and Priscilla Celeste If you thought racism was confined to the United States of America, this article will prove you wrong. Brazil has long battled racial disparity. Most recently, an incident at a luxury car dealership has left a Brazilian couple outraged by the racism their adopted black son experienced. As Ronald Munk and... Read More
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February 1, 2013

Joyce Banda, president of Malawi auctions off her private jet to help her nation’s poor

By Victor Trammell In a world filled with national leaders who stifle their citizens’ rights, abuse their authority, and squander their nation’s money, it is good to be able to see a case contrary to the norm. Joyce Banda (pictured) is the president of the African nation of Malawi. She is only the second woman to become president... Read More
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