“I was just living on a daily basis” says Afrobeat maestro Femi Kuti of his younger days, in this special interview. The son of late Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, who turned 50 yesterday, sat down for a chat with the Hip TV crew about life, turning 50, his youth and much more. Speaking about his... Read More
by Hauwa Gambo As we reported this morning, three churches were victim of shootings and bombs in Kaduna – leading to the loss of 13 lives. In what might be a frightening new trend, reprisal attacks by Christians have claimed a further 13 lives. “The Chief Medical Director of St. Luke’s hospital in Wusasa, Dr.... Read More
by Adedoyin Jaiyesimi Turn to your neighbour and ask her – how tone-deaf were we in the 90s that we made this song a hit? Still we did. And e can’t forget the days when three young men came out from nowhere to break the hold foreign music had on our young hearts. I remember... Read More
by Adeniyi Abdul Okay, we’re totally loving this new song and video by Ms Jaie. She’s a singer-songwriter on the roster of Storm Records with an absolutely stunning voice, and yes, face too. She’s no stranger to the music industry having worked in both the UK and the US as both a singer and... Read More
by Stanley Azuakola The Peoples Democratic Party is by far the wealthiest party in Nigeria. The spending power of the party only lies in the realm of dreams for many others. If you thought that would make the PDP rest on its oars, then you thought wrong. The party’s National Financial Secretary, Mr Bolaji Anani,... Read More
by Lekan Olanrewaju The last time former Head of State General Muhammadu Buhari shared his thoughts on Nigeria it involved something of a prophecy of doom that led to a back and forth about his true feelings about the country with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) slamming him as “bloodthirsty“, the Action Congress of Nigeria... Read More
by Lekan Olanrewaju You could be forgiven for forgetting that other states exist in Nigeria besides Edo, what with the constant bickering the Peoples Democratic Party and the Action Congress of Nigeria have engaged in over rulership of the state after the next election. This time it’s former Lagos State Governor, Bola Ahmed Tinubu who... Read More
It’s tough to keep up with shocking news in Nigeria. I don’t even understand how things spiral anymore. Something really sad and shocking happens one day; then while you’re still trying to get the details of it all, another bomb (no pun intended) hits you so hard, the earlier problem begins to look like a... Read More
by Hauwa Gambo We reported that two bombs hit almost simultaneously in 2 churches in Zaria, Kaduna State. Another has just gone off at Shalom Chuch, Trikania, an eye-witness told YNaija a few minutes ago. Meanwhile, the National Emergency Management Authority has confirmed the explosions. Rescue and security officers have moved to the scene,” its... Read More
by Adeniyi Abdul While the world awaits the outcome of ongoing investigations into the brawl between rapper Drake and chronic lip-syncher Chris Brown, it would seem one pop queen is oblivious to the whole saga. Well, that of course depends on who you want to believe. US Weekly reports that Rihanna “loves” the fact that... Read More
by Lekan Olanrewaju Take cover folks; it’s one hell of a war of words and you definitely don’t want to be caught in the crossfire. Yesterday CEO of Zenon Oil and Gas Limited Chief Femi Otedola (who is still making headlines for his alleged involvement in a bribery scandal with Honourable Farouk Lawan) rubbished the... Read More
by Stanley Azuakola Consistent with our tradition of getting those who should know address the issues that matter to Nigerians at every point in time, we engaged Mr Femi Fani-Kayode, a former Minister of Aviation, in an insightful #YNaijaTwitterInterview. The minister, who is not known for mincing words, had a lot to say about the... Read More
by Hauwa Gambo Now, THIS is the authentic BellaNaija Wedding! Uche Eze, Editor-in-Chief of BellaNaija.com and chief executive of Bainstone Limited wed technology entrepreneur and son of a former Lagos deputy governor, Bode Pedro, in Lagos yesterday. God bless their union.
by Stanley Azuakola Ojo Maduekwe Gets Into English Dictionary Nigeria’s new Canadian ambassador, Chief Ojo Maduekwe, is going places. All over the world, his remarkable gift of being able to find his way into any government is being recognised and hailed. His latest appointment by President Jonathan as Nigeria’s ambassador to Canada is the 10th... Read More
by Adeniyi Abdul The Borno Elders forum has spoken out against the current conditions in the state, expressing their dissatisfaction at being made prisoners in their own land. In a speech by the Chairman of the forum, elder statesman and first minister of petroleum, Shettima Ali Monguno, read by former head of the Borno State... Read More
by Lekan Olanrewaju A designer branching out and stepping onto the music scene; now that’s something we don’t see everyday. But clearly ace Nigerian designer and head of the label Ouch has no qualms with that, as he has put out a single titled “Call Me”. The designer who celebrated his birthday a few days... Read More
by Stanley Azuakola The drama surely has not ended. But there was temporary respite for embattled member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Farouk Lawan. Lawan, who has been in custody since Thursday when he answered the police invitation to come and answer questions regarding his role in the $620, 000 bribery scandal, was released... Read More
by Mbasekei Martin Obono In a country that makes heroes out of people who do normal things – like carrying out the jobs they are paid or elected to do, or by just summoning the courage to say what is right, Farouk Lawan would easily pass as a hero. Mr. Lawan is a charmer whose... Read More
The United Kingdom’s Daily Mirror relives 90 of the gaffes of the monarchy’s Prince Philip, famous for saying exactly what he thinks, as he turns 90. Enjoy it! 1 After being told that Madonna was singing the Die Another Day theme in 2002: “Are we going to need ear plugs?” 2 To a car park... Read More
by Stanley Azuakola Most Nigerians are hoping that someday soon, the video showing member of House of Representatives collecting bribes from Mr. Femi Otedola would be released or leaked to the public. While the wait continues for such a day, reporters from Premium Times spoke with officials who had seen the video and wrote a... Read More
by Doyin Jaiyesinmi More than just being a rap artist, Folarin “Falz” Falana is an entertainer. Within a short period of time, he has captured the heart of many with his rib-cracking lyrics. Behind all the jokes and banter however is a determined young man Let’s go to the very beginning. At what point did... Read More
by Adeniyi Abdul Nicki Minaj is not satisfied with America’s healthcare system; and she sure as hell isn’t afraid to say it. The rapper (or is she a singer these days?) known for her colourful wigs and outfits was reacting to the news of the death of TV star Yvette Wilson (The Parkers/Moesha) who lost... Read More
Born on June 16, 1962, Femi Kuti, son of late Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti and icon in his own right, turned 50 today, and - as usual - he held back no punches in this interview with Vanguard.
His candour is always refreshing (and the last few answers are priceless). Read More
by Stanley Azuakola Omawumi’s new video “Bottom Belle” is out and it’s simply fab – at least, we think so. It is directed by Clarence Peters and features high life king, Flavour. Enjoy.
by Stanley Azuakola If the recent air crash has caused for you a phobia for air travel, then this news will not cheer you up. According to the Federal Road Safety Corps, only Eritrea has more road accidents per year than Nigeria. The Zonal Commanding Officer, Zone RS2 of the FRSC, Adekunle Lawal, who made... Read More
by Dele Momodu Beware of those who seek to take care of your need Lest your caretakers become your jailers” -Jim Rohn, The Treasury of Quotes Fellow Nigerians, if you grew up in my generation or much earlier, you are likely to have come across the novels of one of the best thriller writers of... Read More
by Lekan Olanrewaju The CEO of Zenon Oil and Gas Limited – who is currently caught up in a bribery scandal involving Honorable Farouk Lawan – has shared a few of his thoughts on current developments in the House of Reps and they are, well, interesting. The House of Reps had yesterday suspended the head... Read More