November 5, 2012

Yemi Idowu, Ohimai Amaize, others make reconstituted board of Nigeria Academicals Sports Committee

by Isi Esene The minister of sports and chairman of the National Sports Commission, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi has reconstituted the Board of the Nigeria Academicals Sports Committee (NASCOM). Businessman, sports philanthropist and enthusiast, Yemi Idowu, is the chair of the new Board. Idowu is a non- executive Director at Sterling Bank and the immediate past... Read More

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November 5, 2012

Hot Stuff: Runtown feat. Timaya – Aunty Tolu

by Rachel Ogbu Runtown teams up with Timaya on his new Dancehall meets Afro Pop tune, “Aunty Tolu”. Produced by Wizzypro this track will put you in the mood for some hot stepping. Click here to listen: Aunty Tolu [audio:http://static.ynaija.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/AUNTY-TOLU_RUNTOWN-_TIMAYA_.mp3|titles=AUNTY-TOLU_RUNTOWN-_TIMAYA_]

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November 5, 2012

I started singing in 1995 – Stella Damasus refuses to be compared to Tonto Dikeh

by Hauwa Gambo Poor Stella. Burdened with the singular misfortune of releasing her new single – Love Me Quick – in the same week as actress Tonto Dikeh’s two (as some have called them) music misadventures. Not knowing her history as a singer, her band (formed in the 90s with her husband, the late Jaiye... Read More

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November 5, 2012

You’ve been served – Ex-corps member takes NYSC, INEC to court for negligence

by Rachel Ogbu Catherine Nzegwu, an ex-member of the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, has sued the NYSC and Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC for allegedly abandoning her following an accident she sustained during the voters’ registration exercise. Nzegwu, is claiming N10m as exemplary damages and N50m for general damages following the accident before the... Read More

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November 5, 2012

Chorus Leader: Kefee drops new album

by Akan Ido Kefee, the ‘Branama‘ queen, has stepped up her music career up a notch with the release of her album ‘Chorus leader‘ which has been widely accepted by her fans. The album features established acts like Duncan Mighty, YQ, LKT, Akpororo, and the DC Envoys – Gordons, Obus and Festus. Download songs... Read More

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November 5, 2012

Opinion: Barack Obama’s coming victory and the African alliance for New Order

by Lai Labode New political leaders will emerge from Africa under a new Alliance called African Alliance For New Order been touted by a new Youth Wing of Africa Largest Political Party called the Peoples Democratic Party Youth Circuit. And it will come to pass in a time not too distant from the time you... Read More

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November 5, 2012

“Obama is going to win”, predicts Kenyan witch doctor

by Rachel Ogbu Who will win Tuesday’s US presidential election? That’s the million dollar question a witch doctor in President Barack Obama’s ancestral village in Kenya claims he can answer. Forget Paul the octopus, after tossing some shells, bones and other items outside his hut in Kogelo village, witch doctor John Dimo who says he is... Read More

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November 5, 2012

Opinion: Who are we? We are no longer normal

by Dolapo Aina Justice most of the time is sold to the highest bidder and the law is simply a mirage. “Who are we? We are no longer normal…. Nigeria is a giant embarrassingly trapped in dwarfish height.” –Dr Oby Ezekwesili (the immediate past Vice-President, Africa Region of the World Bank), guest speaker at the... Read More

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November 5, 2012

How young she is: Munachi Abii marks her 25th with hot new photos

by Hauwa Gambo Let those who will doubt the age of this beautiful and talented rapper be far gone from this page – ex-Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria, Munachi Abii is 25 today and proud! To mark the date, she has issues two photos from a recent photoshoot. The shoot was taken in Atlanta, USA,... Read More

November 5, 2012

Sonala Olumhense: Nigeria’s media weakest link

by Omoade Adelani Knowing full well that any allegation thrown at those in government will stick, especially that of financial impropriety, Sonala is spoiling our day by adding bouts of odious fumes from his blackened exhaust to our national space for as long as this his ill-conceived article is visible. Listen up everyone, Sonala Olumhense... Read More

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November 5, 2012

“She lived her life just the way she wanted”: Betty Irabor pays tribute to Remi Lagos

by Betty Irabor A while ago, my friend Helen Ajayi invited me on a trip on her brother’s cruise liner, which had just been launched. I was in the middle of production (as usual) but was assured that we would only be gone a couple of hours and that it would be fun. Fun was something... Read More

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November 5, 2012

Obasanjo accuses states of “ambushing” local government monies

by Rachel Ogbu Ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo has called for the review of local council laws to check what he described as “excesses of state governments.” Obasanjo lamented that the essence and ideals of the creating the councils has been defeated. He advocated for the review at the weekend when members of the Association of Local... Read More

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November 5, 2012

Hot Stuff: Bracket’s ‘Beautiful baby’ ft. Flavour (VIDEO)

by Isi Esene To the ladies, Bracket and Flavour can never do no wrong and they know it. Bracket, the Yori-yori duo are back with a video for their single ‘Beautiful Baby’. The video, shot in Philadelphia, US, features what they’ve always been known for; love, beautiful ladies, captivating scenery and sexy moves. Enjoy the... Read More

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November 5, 2012

Tolu Ogunlesi: The beggars, the fence and the country (YNaija Frontpage)

From another perspective it is super-depressing news. President come president go, fuel scarcity remain, corruption remain. Nigeria’s problems seem destined to outlive every Nigerian, and certainly every government. I’m currently reading The Supreme Commander, Olufemi Ogunsanwo’s 2009 biography of former Head of State Yakubu Gowon. I don’t need to tell you it’s a fascinating read.... Read More

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November 5, 2012

TICKER: I am leaving a Union Bank that is “swimming in money” – Funke Osibodu

Last week, Mrs Funke Osibodu who was drafted by the CBN Governor, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, in August 2009 to rescue Union Bank completed her assignment. She had a valedictory interactive session with the media where she outlined the spirited efforts put up by her team of rescuers to bring the bank back to life. Today... Read More

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November 5, 2012

TICKER: Stop attacking my church – New viral video shows an angry Romney

A day before the election, a video that depicts a visibly angry Mitt Romney defending his faith has become a viral hit. The clip, which according to news reports comes from a 2007 conversation the typically reserved GOP presidential candidate had with an Iowa radio talk show host, shows Romney engaging in a theological discussion... Read More

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November 5, 2012

“Yesterday, I slept like a baby” – Family of abandoned 80+-year-old sisters surface after media report

by Rachel Ogbu To Ibijoke Apena and Janet Eruwayo, two octogenarian sisters abandoned by their children and relations, this day might never have come save for media reports that brought to light their anguish. Last week some of their children relocated them and moved the sister who had stuck together to a private old people’s home at... Read More

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November 5, 2012

5 lies you’ve already pressured your girlfriend to tell you

by DFTM The reason a woman will omit a few escapades from her history is because she is ever fearful of being seen as “easy.” Make no mistake about it, gentlemen; all women lie in certain situations and your girlfriend is no exception. Sometimes she’s only telling half-truths to keep the peace. Sometimes her motives... Read More

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November 5, 2012

TICKER: Jessica Simpson’s father “slams gay rumours as ridiculous”

Jessica Simpson’s father Joe has finally put to rest rumours that he is gay, it has been reported. Speculation has been swirling around Hollywood for weeks that the 54-year-old has been dating an aspiring male model. But Joe has been trying to put an end to the rumours by telling friends and family that the... Read More

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November 5, 2012

SPOTTED: Jumobi Mofe-Damijo flaunts her butterfly tattoo

by Isi Esene Who would have ‘thunk‘ a Jumobi Mofe-Damijo had a tattoo… on her right bossom? Well, this was confirmed yesterday when the former AIT presenter (and former administrator at Airtel and now wife of a Delta State Commissioner) took pictures at Agatha Amata’s birthday with a butterfly tattoo sneaking a peek at the... Read More

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November 5, 2012

7 reasons you are jealous of your friends… 7 ways to stop

by Alina Dizik Living within your means instead of trying to keep up with the Joneses will ultimately make you happier. Overcoming Jealousy: As thrilled as you are that your inner circle consists of successful, happy women, it’s normal to question whether you’re as successful and happy as they are. “Women instinctively compare themselves to... Read More

body, fashion, finances, Jealous, Relationships

November 5, 2012

Super-sweet: How mothers welcomed babies in the midst of Superstorm Sandy (WATCH)

Even when everything seems to crumble, there’s still a reason to be thankful. It’s a really difficult when mother nature takes the life of somebody you love. There is nobody to be angry with, to lock up or get justice from. When Hurricane Sandy hit New York city, it took away about 74 tragic fatalities... Read More

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November 5, 2012

African Footballer of the Year: CAF unveils 10-man 2012 shortlist … just one Nigerian left

by Rachel Ogbu For the 2012 African Footballer of the Year award, the Confederation of African Football, CAF, has released a new shortlist of 10 players. The list included the current holder of the title, Yaya Toure and two of his countrymen, Gervinho and Didier Drogba. Mikel Obi is the only Nigerian left in the... Read More

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November 5, 2012

TICKER: Just messy: French justice minister ‘had eight boyfriends when she fell pregnant with love child’

France’s first female justice minister was seeing up to eight boyfriends at around the time she had a love child, it was claimed yesterday. Revelations about Rachida Dati’s extraordinarily busy love life have emerged in a bitter row about the paternity of the 47-year-old’s daughter. Multi-millionaire businessman Dominique Desseigne, 68, is refusing to take a... Read More

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November 5, 2012

Spotlight: Jennifer Hudson unveils new hairdo (PHOTOS)

by Rachel Ogbu Jennifer Hudson, 31 who normally wears her long her straight unveiled a stunning new curly look on Saturday night at a gala in Paradise Island, Bahamas. With tight curls on top, and a long ponytail in back, all eyes turned to the superstar as she strutted in front of the cameras at... Read More

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November 5, 2012

Sunday Tragedy: 5 killed, several others injured as church building collapses during service

by Isi Esene Five members were killed and hundreds injured on Sunday when a church collapsed in Nnewi, Anambra State. The church, St. Thomas the Aguiros Catholic Church, located at Ezenifite community, in Nnewi South Local Government Area was under construction. The church was said to be thrown into pandemonium with children yelling and other... Read More

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November 5, 2012

“I am one of those praying for Nigeria’s oil to dry up” – Oby Ezekwesili

by Isi Esene Oby Ezekwesili, the former World Bank vice-president for Africa, over the weekend said she prays for Nigeria’s oil and gas resources to dry up soon so that the government can stop its over-reliance on petroleum. She urged the federal government to do something urgent about the spate of unemployment in the country... Read More

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November 5, 2012

Photo of the Day: Million dollar baby

“Money isn’t everything but it sure keeps you in touch with your children.” – J. Paul Getty

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November 5, 2012

Piers Morgan: Why Sandy may have won the election for Obama

by Piers Morgan A few years later, Labour leader Harold Wilson came up with his own version: “A week is a long time in politics.” The point being that no politician, however brilliant, can ever plan for stuff happening that’s completely beyond his or her control. A week ago, if you’d asked me who was... Read More

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