by Wilfred Okiche We recently profiled four promising young acts on the verge of scoring a big breakthrough. They shared with us their musical journey and passion for music. It is now time for you to decide who will be the next big thing. All you need to do is vote for your preferred candidate in... Read More
by Yemi Olowu Open Mic Theatre will be holding it’s third edition on Saturday, 3 December. The event which has been tagged the Christmas edition is themed around ‘Nigerian Theatre Classics’. The performers at this edition will be required to do excerpts from any Nigerian classics of their choice. Stars who are expected to... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche Artiste and producer, DJ Zeez, is back with a new video for his ”Take it easy’ single. It is the first effort off his Vanilla Vanilla record label and a teaser for his upcoming album. The video is a bright bubbly affair and features the regular urban fare: bright lights, colourful sets... Read More
by Rachel Ogbu Lamido Sanusi, Nigeria’s Central Bank governor has been voted ‘Africa Person of the Year’ by Forbes magazine. Mr Sanusi, 50, who graces the cover of the January 2012 issue has been leading reforms in Nigeria’s banking sector since his appointment in 2009. When receiving the award, he said the central bank’s role... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang Yesterday, the Senate passed a bill that criminalises same-sex marriage. The bill also bans the public display of affection between couples who are gay. Before its passed into law, the bill must be voted on by the House of Representatives and signed by President Goodluck Jonathan. According to the bill, anyone who enters... Read More
by Yemi Olowu What: Miss Nigeria 2011 When: Friday, 18 November 2011 Where: Expo Hall, Eko Hotel and Suites Photos: Hycentt Iyerosah for Ynaija
By Collins Eboru “No man is an island”. No one was created to be alone or to survive alone. We may occasionally act independently but we’ll always feel the need for human interaction. Not just an acquaintance to interact or to communicate with but for something closer and with an intense affection. Everyone... Read More
by Yemi Olowu The second edition of YNaija’s Cutting Edge competition kicks off today. We’ve chosen four designers from our recent feature, who readers will have to vote for, and the winner gets to present his or her collection at our Hashtag party in December. ‘Cutting Edge’, came from the desire to celebrate young Nigerians... Read More
Compiled by ‘Ifreke Inyang MONDAY HITV was put under lock and key after staff of GT Bank, their lawyers and some police officers stormed the Lagos premises of Toyin Subair’s satelite TV. HITV workers didn’t have a clue on what was going on and were given a few minutes to vacate the office building. The State... Read More
by Seyi Lawal Mfon Ekpo, entrepreneur, consultant and lawyer, has received a Golden Quill Award from the National Academy of Best-Selling Authors during the second Annual Best Seller’s Summit and Awards Gala. Ms Ekpo, Founder of Premier Pioneers Network, who already achieved the impressive distinction of being the first African to co-author a book with... Read 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! Nigerian Air Force Recruitment Exercise 8 Nos Vacant Positions in an Oil and Gas Company Internal Auditor, Sales Rep., Branch Officer at a Company... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche The duo of hunky actor Joseph Benjamin and fast rising actress Beverly Naya have been announced hosts for this year’s Mode Men magazine’s Men of the Year awards. The annual event will be held at the prestigious Eko Hotels and Suites on 10 December and plans are in top gear to ensure... Read More
by Yemi Olowu Alexandra Nwokedi is the new ‘Face Of Sleek’ Nigeria 2011. Her new status means that she will be an ambassador for the brand to promote their make-up, hair and skincare products. Ms Nwokedi was announced winner at the event which was tagged ‘Symphony Of Style III’ on Sunday, 27 November 2011, at Harbour Point,... Read More
by Yemi Olowu What: Two Brides and a Baby premiere When: Thursday, 17 November 2011 Where: Genesis Deluxe Cinemas Photos: Hycentt Iyerosah for YNaija
by ‘Ifreke Inyang There are about 500 Computer Forensics experts in the world. Nigeria’s Andrew Madaki, who is just in his mid-twenties is one of them. He is a Customer Advisor for British Sky Broadcasting Limited (Sky TV) in Cardiff, UK and also a partner/consultant for Decy-4 Technologies, an I.T Consultancy firm. He speaks to... Read More
by Chi Ibe IK Osakioduwa, presenter of Big Brother Africa (BBA) and Rhythm FM On-Air Personality is the proud father of a baby girl, delivered this morning at a Lagos clinic. This is the OAP’s second child – he and his wife Olohi already have a baby boy, and this is an addition to the... Read More
by Joy Ehonwa “What is your name and who is your father?” This is the first question you should ask any boy who comes to visit your daughter – Titi Kagbesioye says to Titan. Tokunbo to Francesca did come to visit as we expected, and Titi drilled him endlessly – in writing. She’s preparing for... Read More
by Yemi Olowu Dj Caise, drops his first official single ‘Shake Bodi’ which is off his upcoming album Gidi House Mafia. Shake Bodi is a remix of the popular track by the Trybesmen, which was originally released in 1999. It features Eldee the don, Jesse Jagz and The Grip Boiz. The album, Gidi House Mafia will be... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang Nigerian Breweries Plc has announced that due to logistics challenges, the annual music concert, Star Mega Jam, will not take place this year. In a statement by the Corporate Affairs Adviser, Mr Yusuf Ageni, the company regretted all inconveniences this will cause the fans, who have been eagerly awaiting this year’s edition... Read More
by Hauwa Gambo ‘For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/When the Rainbow is Enuf’ is a multi-award winning play written by Ntozake Shange that depicts the interconnected lives of seven women, exploring their stories and struggles as black women in America. The play has been performed on Broadway, adapted as a novel, television series, and... Read More
by Oluwatobi Soyombo It’s funny how very few people understand the real meaning of some computer terminologies but somehow find themselves using it anyway. It’s amazing how people often call me back to get explanations to some keywords I had mention earlier in a conversation with them. We call these ‘keywords’, Technical Jargons. Jargons are... Read More
by Chi Ibe After dropping his first single; ‘Meet Me Outside’, Nigeria’s Biggy Zion is here with a new banger titled ‘Ja-lo-be’ . Click here to listen: ja lo be_2
by Omonike Odi Last week, I was in Lagos and in true Las Gidi style; I had the experience of my life. I was totally out of my element; I rode on the back seat of an okada, and then took bus rides in very razz buses from scary bus stops. Yet surprise a la... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang Y! – the leading Nigerian youth culture brand – comprises of various platforms including a magazine (Y! Magazine), a television show (Y! TV), a radio show (Y! Radio), and a website (YNaija.com). Founded in August 2010, the Y! brand has quickly grown into a popular and reliable source of all things... Read More
by Ndidi Ekeh The 13th Lagos Books and Arts Festival took place at the Freedom Park, Broad Street Lagos on 18 to 20 November. This 3-day event organised by the Committee for Relevant Arts (CORA) was packed with activities including book readings, literary discussions, arts and crafts display, children’s art workshops, reading sessions, book exhibitions, live... Read More
by Yemi Olowu What: The Royal Collection Fashion Show When: Sunday, 20 November Where: The Civic Centre, Victoria Island Photos: Hycentt Iyerosah for YNaija
by Seyi Lawal The new kids getting their music on in the Nigerian music sphere are the Ryders. Real names Nnodim Ezekiel and Akalazu Chukwuemeka, this Nigerian music pair comes from Owerri, Imo State. They went professional in 2009 and released their hit single ‘Mazamiganza’ which was well-received in the east and was among the... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche Nollywood royalty Patience Ozorkwo, Joke Silva and Alex Usifo join forces and talent in a new advocacy flick. ‘Victims of the Society is their new film produced by actor and film maker, Elvis Chuks. The movie holds a mirror to the effects of child abuse. It takes a holistic look at what happens... Read More