Something New: ‘Sokutuyoyo’ – B.O.U.Q.U.I feat. Henri Soul

by Daniel Essien Gospel rapper, B.O.U.Q.U.I is back with a new single titled ‘Sokutuyoyo’. Fresh from her 15 states tour in the USA, 32 cities in UK and Europe and 5 states in Canada, she has returned home with something new. The uber-talented SamKlef is the brain behind the beat and the track features upcoming... Read More

b.o.u.q.u.i, henri soul, Samklef, sokutuyoyo

February 6, 2012

She’s taking her chances! Ini Edo’s new movie premieres in Lagos this month

By Seyi Lawal The much-anticipated blockbuster, ‘I’ll Take My Chances’ is set for a screening launch at the Silverbird Cinemas, Lagos on 24 February, 2012. The movie which was produced by Emem Isong and Ini Edo stars Edo herself and former Mr Nigeria, Bryan Okwara as well as other leading acts like Canadian born dancer, Ashleigh Clark, Jide Kosoko, Biola Williams,... Read More

Ashleigh Clark, desmond elliot, Emem Isong, I’ll Take My Chances’, Ini Edo, Jide Kosoko, Sam Efe Loco

February 6, 2012

For Love’s Sake: Tosin Martins to host ‘Olo Mi Concert’ for music fans this February

by Chi Ibe Come 29 February, the Olo Mi Concert (OMC) will seize the night in Lagos. Tosin Martins, who is the organiser of the upcoming event, says he drew inspiration from the fact that his music is associated with the subject of love. “Tie that with the valentine’s season and the need to give... Read More

Lara George, Olo Mi Concert (OMC), omawumi, tiwa savage, Tosin Martins, Waje; Ego

February 6, 2012

Something New: ‘Beremole’ – TIV

by Daniel Essien TIV (The Inspired Voices) is now out with a new single titled ‘Beremole’ which is also guaranteed to get you celebrating on the dance floor. The song is produced by A2 (Akin Alabi). This is the song to bop to for any one in a celebratory mood. TIV is the group that... Read More

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February 6, 2012

Y! Recommends: ‘Bottom Belle’ – Omawumi

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Wonder woman Omawumi has dropped yet another fantastic song. Her latest effort, which features highlife crooner Flavour N’Abania is titled ‘Bottom Belle’. “Bottom Belle is a special song,” the vocally blessed diva explains. “It is my witty way of telling the story of an opinionated young Nigerian woman who wants and fully... Read More

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February 6, 2012

Jim Ovia empowers youth with ICT – See Photos from last week’s event

by Daniel Essien The five days Information Communication Technology (ICT) program supported by Jim Ovia Foundation ended on 3 February, 2012. Jim Ovia created the platform for Nigerian youths to educate them in ICT and to create worthy solutions using applications to solve problems and pushing it to the next level and setting global network. The... Read More

civi centre, Youth Empowerment & ICT Foundation sponsored by Jim Ovia

February 6, 2012

5 reasons ‘The Help’ swept the SAGs, and must sweep the Oscars (and yes, I know you haven’t watched it)

by Emmanuel Osanedum The Help, described severally as a movie about the treatment of maids in a Mississippi town during the civil rights era, was big winner at the Screen Actors Guild Awards Sunday night. making it the movie to watch as the Oscar awards approach next month. Hollywood veteran Viola Davies won for Best... Read More

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February 6, 2012

Opinion: Onyeka Nwelue on Asa Asika, Davido and WizKid

by Onyeka Nwelue In Sandbox, you have everything! There are record label owners, CNN reporters, 5 of our members have been featured on Forbes list… I am not an emotional person. I don’t respect just anyone walking the streets. I am not easily impressed. I praise people who have really influenced me. They call it ‘arse-kissing’... Read More

Asa Asika, Davido, onyeka nwelue, Sandbox Global Summit, wizkid

February 6, 2012

New Video: ‘Still in Love’ – Glad

By Chi Ibe GMI Records has released the official video for Glad’s Hit single titled: ‘Still in love’. The track includes Sossick and C-mion. The song was produced by Sossick and the video was directed by GINI.

C-mion, gini, Glad, Music Video, Sossick

February 6, 2012

Opinion: There’s too much chaos – Africa needs an Intellectual Revolution!

By Prince Adeoye Afolabi Today if you are an African reading this you must start a conscious effort to develop your mental prowess. The first law of nature is self- preservation; every living creature has one or more defence mechanism inbuilt to obey this law of self-preservation. In all of history every society... Read More

Intellectual Revolution, Prince Adeoye Afolabi

February 6, 2012

The YNaija Job Hub: “Oando Plc recruiting Junior Trader” plus 10 more

Here, every other day, you’ll find the latest jobs in Nigeria. Please Note: To apply for any of the jobs below, click on the job of your choice, do not reply! Oando Plc recruiting Junior Trader Oando Plc recruiting Personal Assistant to the M.D/CEO Oando Plc recruiting Senior Toolpusher Oando Plc recruiting Chief Electrician Oando... Read More

Oando Plc recruiting, The YNaija Job Hub

February 6, 2012

Is your iPhone killing factory workers in China? See the Change.org petition

by Hauwa Gambo 300 workers recently threatened to jump off the roof over a safety and pay dispute. Mark Shields, a self-described member of the “Cult of Mac,” started a petition on Change.org demanding Apple exert its influence on its suppliers to improve working conditions for the factory workers that make iPhones, iPads and other... Read More

Apple, China, Foxconn plant, Shenzhen, sweatshop

February 6, 2012

Sir Gaga? A groom’s unique wedding gear is our Photo of the Day

by Seyi Lawal This is what a man chose to wear to his wedding, surprisingly, his bride looks normal. We are not sure what the inspiration behind this sheer/ satin ‘costume’ was or who the designer is, but it matches the bride bouquet so its clear it was a well executed plan. By the way, the waist... Read More

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February 5, 2012

#WhereAreThey? We try to remember the days 11.45, Saga VIII & other clubs were rave of the town

by Collins Eboru Only a few years ago – they were the absolute place to be if you were a night-crawler. The atmosphere, the staff, the lay out and most of all, the hype! Since there is still an evolving night life, where did they call go? What killed the hype and the luster so... Read More

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February 5, 2012

Sleek Hair launches ‘Red Reception’ offer on hair products

by Seyi Lawal Single? Engaged? Married? Whatever your status is, make the most of all the love and romance that 2012 promises by ensuring your crowning glory is totally irresistible at all times! Take advantage of the fantastic 50% off all hair at the ‘Red Reception’ special offer, taking place now at Sleek Hair, 64B Anifowoshe St,... Read More

Alexandra Nwokedi, hair, SLEEK

February 5, 2012

#WhereAreThey? Candlelight, Treasures, Palace, Paradise Park & other TV soaps that kept us seated

‘Ifreke Inyang In the good old days, when satellite TV had not invaded Nigeria, we still had every reason to stay glued to our television sets. There were well-written, properly articulated and expertly directed soap operas that dominated primetime back then. However, with the advent of Digital TV, and other reasons like continuity, these programmes have... Read More

basorg tariah, candle light, julius agwu, kate henshawa, palace, paradise park, treasures, zeb ejiro

February 5, 2012

“One Night in Brooklyn” – Award-winning Esosa Edosomwan to direct first feature film

by Hauwa Gambo Actress, Writer, “Directress” Esosa Edosomwan who was recently named a “Young African Visionary” by Obaasema Magazine and included in Applause Africa’s list of “30 Most Intriguing Africans in NY” will be directing her first feature film titled “One Night in Brooklyn.” The film is about a group of Brooklyn bohemians whose bonds... Read More

“One Night in Brooklyn”, African Diaspora, Esosa Edosomwan

February 5, 2012

Is it just us, or is Mrs. Etuk actually looking uglier than ever? – YNaija Weekly Tinsel Review: Jan 30 – Feb 3

by Joy Ehonwa “I am not your nurse Mr. Ade Williams, I am your wife!” And with those words, the long awaited end to the charade finally arrived. Fred now knows how much time he has lost – that he broke up with Laide 6 years ago, that Reginald is dead, that Reel Studios has... Read More

sheila fred shalewa shoshanna tokunbo amaka

February 5, 2012

“We warned Nigerians about Goodluck Jonathan and his train of idiots” – MEND attacks Agip facility, promises more

by Hauwa Gambo Yesterday, a relatively innocuous attack against an AGIP facility in Bayelsa hit the news – ano Eni SpA pipeline caught fire. The Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta has claimed responsibility – which will make this their first successful attack in the months since Henry Okay, its leader, was arrested... Read More

February 5, 2012

#WhereAreThey? Okin biscuits, Reynolds pens, Kito sandals & others – Let’s help you remember some of random stuff we used to love

by ‘Ifreke Inyang We grew up with a lot of stuff that seem indispensable at the time. For intance, there was a particular shoe every had to have, a particular pen, store or mobile phone that was the in-thing. But things have changed quickly like fuel subsidy and they are hardly seen in the market today. Here’s a... Read More

crush, eleganza pens, okin biscuits, reynolds pen, sagem, turaya, two minute noodles

February 5, 2012

Report: Nyako wins Adamawa election

by Hauwa Gambo What a difference a week makes! Just over a week after he was removed along with four other governors as governor, the former governor of Adamawa State, Murtala Nyako, is set to return to Government House. Giving details of the win, Premium Times says: “the ruling Peoples Democratic Party’s candidate garnered 302,... Read More

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February 5, 2012

#TheNextBigThing: “I have to say things have been very easy for me” – 16-year old Kid Blaize

by Wilfred Okiche Describe yourself in one sentence: I’m Adelana Olaosebikan, a 16-year-old artiste who goes by the stage name; Kid Blaize. What kind of music do you do and where do you get inspiration from? My genre is good Music .I am naturally a rapper but I also sing . I am inspired by my... Read More

#TheNextBigThing, Kid Blaize, rapper

February 5, 2012

Something New: ChuddyK’s single, ‘In my heart’ has a digital makeover

by Seyi Lawal ChuddyK’s single, ‘Gaga Crazy’ which came out in December is still playing loudly in clubs across Nigeria and it’s on repeat too. But it’s his latest release; ‘In my heart’ that everyone is raving about at the moment. This freestyle by ChuddyK was leaked on the Internet some months back. Following the spread of the... Read More

'Gaga Crazy', ChuddyK, Freestyle, In my Heart

February 5, 2012

ASUU Strikes: How long till the next one? – On Rubbin’ Minds today

by ‘Ifreke Inyang Since 7 December, 2011, students of public tertiary institutions in the country have been at home due to a strike called by ASUU. According to Professor Ruquyyatu Rufai, the Minister of Education, N106 billion was required to meet the demands of ASUU. The details of the settlement are unclear. However, this chain... Read More

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February 5, 2012

FaithNaija: Yolanda Adams & Donnie McClurkin say a prayer – Kirk Franklin shouts Hosanna!

by ‘Ifreke Inyang It was a wonderful time for the audience that converged for the NAACP Image Awards in 2004, they were treated to an inspiring ministration by the trio of Yolanda Adams, Donnie McClurkin and Kirk Franklin. First, Yolanda Adams and Donnie McClurkin masterfully delivered their popular duet, ‘The Prayer’, before Kirk Franklin rounded... Read More

donnie mcclurkin, faithnaija, hosanna, kirk franklin, the prayer, yolanda adams

February 4, 2012

“Know your rights” – African Union picks Adeola Austin Oyinlade to digitize the African Youth Charter

by Seyi Lawal Nigeria Leadership Initiative Associate, Adeola Austin Oyinlade, 30, has been named by the African Union to popularize and digitize the African Youth Charter. While unveiling him and speaking to the young African Leaders at the AU Youth Experts’ meeting in Addis Ababa, Dr. Raymonde Agossou, Head of Division Human Resources and Youth Division... Read More

Adeola Austin Oyinlade, African Union, Nigeria Leadership Initiative Associate, United Nations' Young Ambassador for Peace

February 4, 2012

‘Mr. President, it is you that was disgraced’ – Governor Sylva fires back

by Hauwa Gambo The battle for supremacy on-going for years between the embattled former Governor of Bayelsa State Timipre Sylva and his predecessor in office, Goodluck Jonathan came to a head yesterday, when the president publicly ridiculed Mr. Sylva. Today, he has fired back – and it’s no holds barred! See the full statement from... Read More

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February 4, 2012

Fabulously African! Introducing SEGI

by Daniel Essien SEGI’s is an African Fashion accessory brand dedicated to the creation of beautiful handbags, wallets, purses, footwear for male and female, belts, bangles, earrings, brooches, hairpiece, tops with Ankara designs using beautiful African fabrics like Ankara, Aso-Oke, Kente and beads. Inspired by the desire to infusing the African fabrics in a stylish... Read More

African, ankara, aso-oke, fashion, kente, segi

February 4, 2012

Chinelo Ngene: “Money can’t buy everything!”

We are all familiar with the saying that money can’t buy love or even happiness; I know a number of filthy rich people who are miserable and lonely. So it got me thinking, what are some of the things that money absolutely cannot buy for you? • Family and friends: I used... Read More

Chinelo Ngene, happiness, money

February 4, 2012

#WhereAreThey? Ameze Imariagbe, Hanks Anuku, Grace Amah & other actors that used to matter (Part II)

by Wilfred Okiche In the true tradition of the Nigerian movie, we have here a part two of our #WhereAreThey movie star series – and a trip down memory lane. To God be the glory. Helen Ukpabio The crusading evangelist was one of Nollywood’s most powerful figures. Call her passionate, call her crazed, call her... Read More

Helen Ukpabio, Pat Attah, Rita Nzelu, Victor Osuagwu

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