Japheth Omojuwa: How President Jonathan can stop being “the most insulted president in the world” (YNaija Frontpage)

First of all, it pays to get over our illusion of being the African giant. The only way we can successfully claim to being the giant of Africa is if we all agree the man with the most number of children in a city is also the giant of that village. I read Iyin Aboyeji’s... Read More

August 1, 2012

WATCH: Femi Kuti performs live on-board KLM flight

by Isi Esene Have you ever wondered what Femi Kuti’s ‘Wonder, wonder‘ hit song sounds like 38,000ft above sea level? We (well, not really us) bring you Femi and the Positive Force as they perform his song and Fela’s ‘Water no get enemy‘ live for appreciative co-passengers on a KLM Royal Dutch Airlines flight from... Read More

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August 1, 2012

Photo of the Day: Register your child at the President Obama High School (Benue branch)

by Adeniyi Abdul Well, we certainly know where we’ll be sending our kids now if we want them to become upstanding and respected citizens of the world like President Barack Obama. Wonder if he knows about this? Or wait, forget we asked.

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August 1, 2012

Above the law: We are not bound by the FOI Act, says NNPC

by Stanley Azuakola One of the frustrations of ordinary Nigerians is the feeling that some people are above the law. Despite the words of assurances from various governments, the evidence on ground points to the fact that members of the elite select the laws to obey. Still, it is uncommon to hear them openly voice... Read More

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August 1, 2012

#OlympicStories: I was running for my life, now I run for Team USA

by Lopez Lomong Cold. The nights aren’t the only bitter sensation when you’re taken forcefully from all that you know and understand. At the age of six, I was taken violently from my family in what marauding Sudan People’s Liberation Army soldiers regarded as essential in growing their ranks with fresh troops. All the boys... Read More

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August 1, 2012

Analysis: Hardball Strategy – DSTV goes after Star Times

by Boardroom Nigeria This looks like many things. Looks like HP, Dell and the other American PC businesses going after Lenovo’s Chinese market immediately after China joined the World Trade Organisation in 2001 and Lenovo bought over IBM’s PC business. It looks like the leading Japanese automakers – Toyota, Nissan and Honda – seizing the US... Read More

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August 1, 2012

Who wants Ini Edo shoes? Nollywood actress to launch collection at Dallas International Fashion Show

by Adeniyi Abdul Popular Nollywood actress Ini Edo has designed a line of shoes. Yes, that’s right. It not only exists, but will also be presented at the Dallas International Fashion show on Friday 31st August 2012. The line, called the “Ini Edo Collection” is, according to the official website, “for the fashionista that wants... Read More

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August 1, 2012

“We give thanks to Allah…” – Boko Haram takes responsibility for Monday attacks, promises to slaughter women “like rams”

by Isi Esene The radical Islamic sect, Boko Haram, yesterday claimed responsibility for the attack on the home of the the vice president, Arch. Namadi Sambo in Tudun Wada, Zarai, Kaduna State. One person was confirmed killed and others injured in that attack. As previously speculated in many quarters, the militant sect also claimed responsibility... Read More

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August 1, 2012

EFCC withdraws suit against alleged oil thieves, says the charges were “filed by mistake”

by Isi Esene In a curious twist to the fuel subsidy saga, the EFCC yesterday dropped the suit filed against four of the fuel subsidy suspects saying the charges against them at the Lagos State High Court, Igbosere were “misconstrued and filed by mistake”. The suspects who were let off the hook are Peter Mba,... Read More

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August 1, 2012

Sex vs. Character – What do we teach our girls?

By Lisa Belkin In parenting, as in life, it is possible to hold two opposite beliefs at the same time. We want them to be confident but humble, to aim high but not put their sense of self into external accolades, to take risks and stay safe. Experts wisely preach “consistency,” but how is that... Read More

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August 1, 2012

“How can a 60-year-old man be an attack dog?” – Doyin Okupe reacts, calls Abati his “younger brother”

by Hauwa Gambo For those expecting a ‘War of the Drs’ – Dr. Doyin Okupe and Dr. Reuben Abati are determined to disappoint you. The senior special assistant to President Jonathan on Public Affairs engaging the public and the special adviser on (Media and) Publicity are two very different roles and have no implication on... Read More

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August 1, 2012

Bomb found and defused in FCE Kano campus

by Isi Esene An explosive device was on Tuesday morning found and defused in the premises of the Federal College of Education (FCE), Kano. The suspicious package was discovered in a lecture hall by security men attached to the institution and the police was immediately alerted to safely defuse it. According to the Vanguard Newspapers,... Read More

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