by Hauwa Gambo “Just tried to intimidate me, but I was calm and unperturbed.” Broadcasts have been circulating about the arrest of Hassan Rilwan, publisher of Sardauna Magazine and convener of the popular Sardauna Awards, who is based in Abuja. YNaija reached out to the entrepreneur/publisher and two-time nominee for The Future Award and he confirmed... Read More
by Hauwa Gambo Amnesty International has once again called on the Nigeria Police Force to stop shooting at protesters after at least three were killed and 25 injured in the past two days. Kayode Ogundamisi posted the international organisation’s plea to the Nigerian authorities on his blog urging them to reform Nigeria’s police regulations in line with international... Read More
by Chi Ibe There have been rumours across the blogosphere and social networks that the Group Managing Director, and the General Manager, Corporate Affairs of the NNPC has resigned following alleged revelations of fraud and corruption at the petroleum corporation. This night, at 11.58pm, YNaija contacted the Corporate Affairs GM and he has denied... Read More
By Chi Ibe Today the Federal Government directed all federal civil servants to report and end the ongoing anti fuel subsidy strike that began on Monday 9 January, 2012. It also guaranteed that its controversial deregulation policy was here to stay, saying it would not revert the pump price of fuel from N141 to N65. The... Read More
by Seyi Lawal Protests picked up today considering reports from yesterday that claimed it was business as usual in some areas in Nigeria. Protests started peacefully in Kano and picked up in Sokoto. Some business folks who opened their stores in Akure were forced to shut down as the rally went into full swing and Aba lawyers... Read More
by Seyi Lawal Bilderberg Group, an alternative UK band drops the video for the song, ‘Big Life’, featuring Pinkz Perez. The bass and synth heavy Afro-infused Electro dance tune complete with an infectious bass line and catchy hook sees Bilderberg Group in outstanding fashion. The band showcased their exceptional production style and dexterity with emerging African/Jamaican singer,... Read More
By Hauwa Gambo On 21 December 2011, close friends and families of Adenrele Sonariwo and Damilola Amolegbe gathered at the Civic Centre, Lagos; as they introduced their vision for the first solely Arts University in Nigeria – The Modern Day School of the Arts. They presented the “For the Love of Arts Fair”, which featured over 40... Read More
by Chi Ibe Nigeria Idol, the popular music reality show presented the second set of its top 30 contestants last week. They performed some of the globe’s biggest songs to the awe and admiration of the viewers and judges. Joining the dynamic trio of judges Jeffrey Daniel, Yinka Davies and Charly Boy was ace producer,... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang Argentine superstar, Lionel Messi, won the FIFA Ballon d’Or prize for the Best Player of 2011. In achieving this feat, the Barcelona forward becomes the fourth player in history to win the plaque three times. Messi beat perennial rival, Ronaldo and team-mate, Xavi to the top prize . He got 47.88% of votes in the survey... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang “The thief wey dem dey thief since. Dem interview Okonjo wahala yesterday for BBC…” -Dede Mabiaku TOSYN BUCKNOR I walked from Yaba! It’s a serious issue and I made sure the accident will not deter me. It’s important not to talk the talk but to walk the talk. SEUN KUTI There was... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang Wale Ajani is President of the National Youth Council, he recently spoke with YNaija on the reason his organisation is supporting the removal of fuel subsidy. “I am doing what my conscience asks me to do, so I ignore the abuses.” Is it true that the National Youth Council supports the removal of fuel subsidy?... Read More
by Seyi Lawal See below, an official release from organised Labour on the alleged and confirmed incidents of violence against protesters across the country. The releas was signed by Owei Lakemfa, NLC, Acting General Secretary; and John Kolawole, TUC, Secretary General. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) congratulate the Nigerian masses... Read More
by Onyinye Muomah The day before the Monday protests, I had not totally made up my mind to be at the Gani Fawehinmi park, Ojota. I knew I wanted to be there- no, I had to be there. The subsidy removal issue concerns me too. This is my country. My future depends on its welfare.... Read More
by Chi Ibe The Minister of Youth Development has issued an official statement following the deaths of young people during the protests across the country. Full text of the release is below: The Honourable Minister of Youth Development and Acting Minister of Sports, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi has urged security agents to exercise utmost restraint on the on-going... Read More
What: NLC’s anti Fuel Subsidy Removal rally (Day 2). Where: Lagos. When: 10 January, 2012
by ‘Ifreke Inyang This is the most popular sign by Nigerian protesters in the #OccupyNigeria rallies – a show of strength, a display of power, an emphasis on solidarity. As it turns out, this popular Nigerian comb has been in solidarity for year Send us other chuckle-worthy pictures from or of the protests!
By Ifreke Inyang and Dominic Obozuwa What: NLC / Occupy Nigeria anti fuel subsidy rally. Where: Abuja. When: Tuesday, 10 January, 2012.
…may their deaths count for much and a New Nigeria Our hearts go out to those who have lost their loved ones – it is our prayer that these deaths would not be in vain. Yesterday, the news filtered in, first as a rumour, then it was confirmed- it was the first casualty from... Read More
by Seyi Lawal Reports that the death toll has risen since the anti-fuel subsidy removal strike by the NLC began on 9 January, 2012 has become a source of concern to the nation. Today, day 2 of the trike, over 30 vehicles were burnt in Kano government house and reports claim that the death toll... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche Forbes magazine recently released their annual list of the world’s 25 highest paid musicians. Veteran rockers, U2 topped the list with total earnings of $195 million generated mostly from their world tour which began two years ago. Due to a global decrease in album sales, most of the artistes and bands on... Read More
by Seyi Lawal This is going around on Blackberries – as Nigerians try to smile through their anger. So, here – new Igbo names! (1.) Chukwubusubsidim-Male (meaning-God is my Subsidy) (2.) Nkechisubsidilanyi-Female (meaning-d one that God has Subsidised for us/His subsidy is more than sufficient for us) (3.) Chinwesubsidi-Female (meaning-God owns All Subsidy) (4.) Subsidibuifeoma-Female... Read More
by Seyi Lawal Yesterday, viral social media broadcasts indicated that companies including the Dangote Group and Access Bank had ordered their staff to resume at work today or risk being fired. Said one of the broadcasts: “Obajana Cement Plc, a subsidiary of Dangote Cement, issues ultimatum to workers, resume work by 5.30am tomorrow or be... Read More
by Dominic E. Obozuwa It is important, as Nigerians fight to reclaim their country tomorrow, to be careful and take some universally advised steps to keep the protests effective. 1. Be sure you are medically fit to join a protest. Can you endure the walk, standing for long and more especially, does your respiratory system... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche Red hot pop star Davido has opened his 2012 campaign with a brand new video for his sophomore record, ‘Dami Duro’. The song has been a hit on the party scene for a while now so we are not surprised that for the shoot, he headed straight for the clubs. The video... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang It was written in the stars. Thierry Henry, arguably Arsenal’s favourite son, grabbed the goal that sent the North London team into the fourth round of the FA Cup. Henry, whose loan deal was confirmed just over the weekend, came on in the 68th minute of the game, as Arsenal laboured against... Read More
by Hauwa Gambo What: BOXING Vs. HIP HOP FIGHT NIGHT Where: The Oriental Hotel terrace When: 26 December, 2011
by Wilfred Okiche If there has been one boogey-man for some of the young people, especially on social networks, angry about the fuel subsidy removal by the government of President Goodluck Jonathan, it has been pop icon and music entrepreneur Dapo Oyebanjo, known as D’banj. It is easy to understand. He endorsed the president, re-mixed... Read More
by Chi Ibe Under his new record label, Ember entertainments, GT the guitarman releases his first single off the sophomore; ‘Excuse me sir’. According to the artist cum record label owner, he was simply lending his voice to the cries of the Nigerian people. “… something the legendary Abami Eda woulda done if he was alive” .... Read More