Open-Mic Theatre goes 90s-Nollywood

It is the 6th edition of Open-Mic Theatre and they are going NOLLY!!! The theme for the upcoming edition is NOLLYWOOD MOVIES FROM THE ’90’s. Performers will bring back the memories, re-enacting scenes from Nollywood movies released in the ’90’s. Performing that evening will be Bimbo Akintola, Najite Dede, OC Ukeje, Okey Uzoeshi, Lala Akindoju, Ivie Okujaye, Ifeanyi Dike, Kehinde Bankole, Uzo Osimkpa, Beverly Naya, Paul Alumona,... Read More

Open-Mic Theatre, the Life House

June 1, 2012

WATCH: Funke Akindele shares the love as she throws her bouquet, and what she told Y! about Mr. Right

by Stanley Azuakola Nollywood star, Funke Akindele a.k.a. ‘The Boss Lady’ graced the cover of Y! Magazine, Issue 7, our first edition of 2012. She talked to us on just about everything: work, her fans, Jenifa, and of course, marriage and relationships. We republish (below) excerpt from that interview where she also talked about motherhood. And below that, we’ve put... Read More

Funke Akindele, Y!magazine

June 1, 2012

#InCaseYouMissedIt: Unilag students teargassed and dispersed, student collapses

by Tolu Orekoya It ain’t over till it’s over for the UNILAG/MAUL students as they fight to retain the name of their alma mater. Earlier today, protesting students were rapidly dispersed by the police force, sending many fleeing for cover as the police released tear gas into the crowd. On Tuesday May 29, President Goodluck Jonathan... Read More

June 1, 2012

Watch your nails ladies, NYSC to train female youth corp members in self defence

Tolu Orekoya With the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) now sending youth corp members further afield than ever before, and with the resent spate of young female corp members fending off attacks on their person by the rulers of traditional kingdoms, they have decided to offer a self-defence course as part to help the young women protect themselves. It is a... Read More

June 1, 2012

Magu Magu? Ex-governors block return of feared EFCC boss

by Tolu Orekoya Before his exit from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu has garnered a fearsome reputation as the head of the Economic Governance Unit (EGU). Handpicked by the then EFCC boss, Nuhu Ribadu, he was found to be incorruptible and during his tenure, he netted several big fishes including James... Read More

June 1, 2012

The Countdown begins! 2 days to go to RCCG’s Excel 2012

It is just two days to Excel 2012, an exciting and inspiring event organized by the Redeemed Christian Church of God (Apapa Family), and anticipation is high. “I’m looking forward to having an amazing time at the event, especially as Pastor E.A Adeboye and musicians like Eben are ministering,” tweeted Valerie Adeleke, a university student. Many youths are looking... Read More

Apapa Family, Excel 2012, rccg, redeemed christian church of God

June 1, 2012

From the Magazine: Power to the people – Techies Iroye and Oghoghorie change the way we use electricity

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Tolu Iroye and Otejiri Oghoghorie looked at a common problem long enough, and came up with uncommon inventions “What drives me is when a problem has direct impact on me or people around me. I grew up in an environment with different types of problems so when I experience it, it creates a passion... Read More

Electricity, from the magazine, The Future Awards

June 1, 2012

#TheEuropeanFilmFestivalReview: 21 movies in 21 days – ‘The Wind Blows Round’

by Oris Aigbokhaevbolo The European Film Festival recently berthed in the city of Abuja, Nigeria. Arts and movie critic Oris Aigbokhaevbolo was there and is reviewing all 21 movies screened at the festival. A French man moves his family to the wintry, hilly village Chersogno where he intends to start a business herding goats and... Read More

The Wind Blows Round

June 1, 2012

Big Brother StarGame Daily Di-Gist #24: Goldie gets an apology, Esperanza quits

by Denike & Ifedayo This twist is turning into something else. Who does Prezzo really want? I think we all know now as he confessed to DKB his true feelings for Zainab. He described her as dumb and flirty and said he could never pursue a relationship with her. He then went on to call Goldie a “true woman” and... Read More

June 1, 2012

Video: Factory78tv’s exclusive coverage of Wizkid’s final press day in London

African superstar Wizkid finally touched down in London for his exceptionally publicised UK shows holding on the June 3 and 4 in Manchester and London respectively. The EME/Konlive music star whipped the media and his fans into frenzy with an appearance at the final press day for the UK Tour. With the event organizers Cokobar... Read More

London, tour, wizkid

June 1, 2012

Photo of the Day: How many generators can make one deaf?

A reader sent this in. This sight is as painful as painful gets. But of greater concern is what it would do to the ears. We wish we can say that it can only be imagined. Alas, we cannot because this is the reality of Nigerians – deafening noise pollution – because our government through... Read More

photo of the day

June 1, 2012

Governor La Vida Loca: Rotimi Amaechi signs bill to enjoy perks of office for life

by Stanley Azuakola Yesterday, May 31, Gov. Rotimi Amaechi signed a bill which would basically ensure that he continues to enjoy the perks of the governor’s office after leaving the office. The bill, which is titled The Rivers State Governor and Deputy Governor Pensions and Fringe Benefits Bill 2012, is the brainchild of the executive and was forwarded... Read More

Gov Rotimi Amaechi, Tele Ikuru

June 1, 2012

Onyeka Nwelue: They killed my friend in Nsukka too

Today, another UNN student was found hung on campus. People are going to say nice things about him. Everyone will be on his side. He is gone. Those who made sure he died are there. They will praise him in death, but I am very certain that they will die like him. Pharell died in Nsukka and I... Read More

Onyebuchi Okonkwo, onyeka nwelue, Student, suicide, University of Nigeria Nsukka

June 1, 2012

Enjoying your imported rice? It’s 10 years old

by Stanley Azuakola As you take another spoonful of rice today, here’s something you should know. An investigation by one of Nigeria’s leading dailies, The Punch, reveals that no imported rice coming into the country is less than 10 years. Countries like Thailand, Brazil, Vietnam, India and Brazil, which export rice to Nigeria, usually keep... Read More

import, nigeria, Notore, Onajite Koloko, rice, Segun Atho

June 1, 2012

REPORT: Kosisochukwu Akilo, kidnapped 6-year-old, found in Warri

by Tolu Orekoya After just over half a month spent missing, 6-year-old Kosisochukwu Akilo was found in Warri, Delta and will soon be returned to her family. Kosisochukwu was kidnapped on the morning of May 13, 2012, when armed robbers attacked the Akilo household. Unable to get more than a few pieces of jewelry and trinkets, they took... Read More

found, kidnapped, Kosisochukwu Akilo, returned, Warri

June 1, 2012

#MAUL: “Goodluck Jonathan’s gift horse” by Wole Soyinka

Let me end by stressing that my position remains the same as it was when the University of Ife was re-named Obafemi Awolowo University. I deplored it at the time, deplore it till today, have never come to terms with it, and still hope that some day in the not too distant future, that crime... Read More

Abiola, name change, protest, UNILAG, Wole Soyinka

June 1, 2012

1, 2, 3, 4 time’s the charm? Buhari says he’ll run for president again in 2015

by Seyi Lawal There is no stopping this man. Major Gen. Muhammadu Buhari (rtd) has become the first aspirant to publicly declare his interest in the 2015 presidential election, putting an end to speculations on his retirement from active politics. By this declaration, Buhari, who contested in the presidential elections of 2003, 2007 and 2011, goes back on... Read More

Buhari, Featured, Interest, nigeria, Politics, Presidential Poll

June 1, 2012

UPDATE: More details on how kidnapped German was killed in Kano

by Chi Ibe Yesterday, YNaija reported the death of another foreign worker after an unsuccessful Joint Task Force, JTF raid. Raufach Edgar, a German working with Dantata and Sawoe construction in Kano was kidnapped in the city on January 26. More facts emerged last night on the circumstances that led to Edgar’s killing during a crossfire between security operatives and... Read More

Featured, German, kano, killed, nigeria, Tags: News

June 1, 2012

UNN student invites friends by sms, and they find him dead

by Chi Ibe Devastating news came in yesterday from University of Nigeria, Nsukka as Onyebuchi Okonkwo, a 300 level Physics and Astronomy student of the university was found dead on the campus at the hockey pitch of Akanu Ibiam Stadium. It was a very distressing sight for the people who discovered his lifeless body hanging from the roof... Read More

Onyebuchi Okonkwo, SCHOLARSHIP, Student, suicide, University of Nigeria Nsukka

May 31, 2012

Psquare inks distribution deal with Universal Music Group

by Tolu Orekoya So this is what the twins were up to in South Africa … being whisked off in a private jet. Reports have emerged that Psquare – the duo made up of twins, Peter and Paul Okoye – were in South Africa to ink a deal with the South African arm of... Read More

distribution, jet SET, PSquare, south africa, universal music group

May 31, 2012

Video: Ronald Poppo was moving as his face was being eaten

WARNING! The video contained is extremely disturbing. by Tolu Orekoya, Ronald Poppo, 65, a homeless man who graduated from a prestigious high school, was attacked and had his faced chewed off. His assailant, Rudy Eugene, 31, was shot and killed at the site of the attack. Poppo is being treated for his extensive injuries. A video of... Read More

May 31, 2012

GEJ & Young Nigeria: A bad romance ending in divorce

by Tolu Orekoya The courtship period was sublime. GEJ met young Nigeria as a struggling politician, a man with a humble background and big dreams. He seemed fresh and vibrant, removed from the mire that was the typical political wading pool. Young Nigeria was recovering from being neglected and abused from most previous relationships, and had... Read More

#YearInReview, bad romance, GEJ, Goodluck Jonathan, Major feature, young Nigeria

May 31, 2012

Temitope Shittu-Alamu: What made our President do such a thing?

I have never been one to write about politics or its dirty nature, seeing that it gets all clumsy and it’s always shady. But the morning of the 29th May (Nigeria’s Democracy Day) had me in all sorts of strange emotions I cannot explain. I remember asking myself “Is Jonathan possessed?” Why must Goodluck Jonathan make a speech... Read More

May 31, 2012

One year in, what is the presidential scorecard?

by Tolu Orekoya The first year of President Goodluck Jonathan has come and gone. How has he fared? ECONOMY Grade: C+ Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala’s position as co-ordinating minister for the economy has helped immensely. She has fought to push down costs of a bloated government and is trying to plug the monetary leaks plaguing the budget. The... Read More

#AYearInReview

May 31, 2012

Storm is Over: Lagos State doctors reinstated

Thanks to the intervention of the leadership of Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN)( especially the party’s leader, Bola Ahmed Tinubu), the saga over the sack of Lagos doctors may have finally come to an end. This follows the “suspension of the sack” of the 788 doctors recently relieved of their duties by the state government.... Read More

babatunde Fashola, bola tinubu, Doctors, strike, tunji bello

May 31, 2012

#UnilagProtestUpdate: Gun-toting policemen stationed at university entrance as late VC is buried

by Stanley Azuakola Gun-toting policemen manned the entrance of the University of Lagos earlier this Thursday in an apparent move to prevent any untoward incident from taking on the day the late Vice Chancellor, Tokunboh Sofowale was finally laid to rest. There was a small procession in honour of the late VC within the school... Read More

Labaran Maku, Tokunboh Sofowale, UNILAG

May 31, 2012

From the Magazine: Proust Questionnaire – Banky W is ahead of his time

Musician, producer, activist and, entrepreneur, Banky W is still searching for the great love of his life What do you most dislike about your appearance? My big head, though I’ve grown to love and accept it. I tell myself it just means I have a lot more brainpower. (Laughter). What is your idea of... Read More

Banky W, from the magazine

May 31, 2012

Ugodre Talks Figures: It’s official – GTB was the profitable bank for 2011

One of the benefits of the uniform reporting system for Nigerian banks is that it is now easier to compare the performance of one bank against another in numerous ways. I know its 5 months into the financial year which some may consider late for figuring out which bank was the most profitable. However, as... Read More

Business, GTB Bank, Ugodre

May 31, 2012

Another foreigner killed in failed rescue attempt in Kano

by Stanley Azuakola A JTF raid this morning to free a German, Raufach Edgar, who was kidnapped in Kano on January 26 this year was unsuccessful and led to the man’s murder by his captors. The raid by the JTF was conducted at Danbare area opposite the new campus of the Bayero University Kano, after... Read More

Al Qaeda in the Islamic Mahgreb, German, JTF, kano, kidnap, Raufach Edgar

May 31, 2012

#TheEuropeanFilmFestivalReview: 21 movies in 21 days – ‘The Edukators’

The European Film Festival recently berthed in the city of Abuja, Nigeria. Arts and movie critic Oris Aigbokhaevbolo was there and is reviewing all 21 movies screened at the festival. Germany’s first film at the European Film Festival, Hans Weingarter’s ‘The Edukators’ is a love story, a thriller, and a study of modern activism. Two young... Read More

#TheEuropeanFilmFestivalReview, The Edukators

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