by Yemi Olowu The 2011 American Music Awards (AMA) took place on 20 November at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles. The event began right from the red carpet, as the stars walked the length and posed for the cameras. Our style jury took notes on those who graced the carpet and those who made it a crime scene.... Read More
by Hauwa Gambo Royal Factor Limited, run by Top Radio’s presenter Uche Nwokocha and actor Femi Brainard in association with Maria Sam Foundation, brings you a unique Charity Concert in line with W.H.O campaign against lifestyle diseases like cancer. ‘Go Green’ presents its debut edition with a full combination of music, comedy, fashion and health in... Read More
by Seyi Lawal The management of cable network HiTV has issued an official apology to its subscribers following the closure its head office on Monday, November 21, 2011 by officers of the Nigerian Police Force. In a statement delivered through its Public Relations Manager, Justin Akpovi-Esade, the HiTV management confirmed and acknowledged... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche We call him Suwe’s Daddy here at YNaija – just as well, since he can ask the NDLEA ”Who’s your daddy now?’ Popular Yoruba home video actor Baba Suwe has been awarded the sum of #25million in damages for his arrest and continued detention in October by officials of the National Drug... Read More
by Hauwa Gambo The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) and RISE Networks invites you to a one day Exchange Meeting between the Canadian High Commission and emerging Nigerian Entrepreneurs with viable existing business ventures between the ages of 18 and 40. The Emerging Entrepreneurs Forum is an interactive engagement between young upwardly emerging Nigerian business... Read More
by Oluwatobi Soyombo Only few desktop users know that they can check their mails without accessing their provider’s website. Many are aware of the fact that smart devices usually have an option for its users to synch their emails with the device. This is usually done through a native app usually pre-installed on the device.... Read More
by Rachel Ogbu Oneness Sankara launched her new single ‘A Colon and a Bracket-Dat Facebook Song’ at the Tabernacle, Powis Square in London last Friday. Oneness is a renowned spoken word poet, songstress, actress, director and song writer and the ‘Colon and a Bracket song’ is a take on the current Facebook obsession. She made... Read More
by Seyi Lawal Seun Salami’s book reading at EightTwentyTwo Integrated Advertising in Ikeja on Sunday, 20 November 2011 was an impressive event. It was an evening of simplicity as friends and associates turned out to hear the new author read from his first collection of short stories titled ‘The son of your father’s concubine.’... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche The fabulous duo of West African Idol runner-up Omawumi and Headies winner Waje team up once more for a hot new christmas song titled ‘Xmas= Jollification’. Christmas comes early for the divas as they spread some yuletide cheer and encourage us to have a good time in spite of all our... Read More
by Yemi Olowu This Sunday, replace your end-of-weekend-doom-and-gloom with an elegant explosion of colours, style, beauty and variety! The Symphony Of Style III will feature perfomances from Whiz Kid and Tiwa Savage, with a surprise performer from the UK. There will also be a fashion show by the phenomenal Sleek Models! After weeks of polishing up... Read More
by Chi Ibe It’s too late now, we’ve caught the bug. “Jingle bell bell Jingle Jingle bell bell Everywhere I go na jingle jingle bell bell” Don’t say we didn’t warn you; this one is contagious! Here’s the video for... Read More
by Yemi Olowu Nigerian sensation, 2face Idibia again showed he still has what it takes to be the star Nigerians know him to be when he thrilled his fans at the superlative unveiling of three products; Heineken Magnum, Fayrouz PET and Legend Can by Nigerian Breweries Plc in Lagos. The exterior of Eko Hotel and... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang Just last week, a story made its way into the blogosphere and social networks – famous Nollywood actress and singer, Stella Damasus had been detained at the airport after drugs were found in her possession. This is how National Mirror newspaper reported the ‘incident’: “Another hullaballoo erupted in the Nigerian entertainment scene,... Read More
by Seyi Lawal So, you find yourself bored at the weekend or just tired of doing the same routine stuff every Saturday? Well here’s something new to spice up your weekend! It’s the ‘Koffi Comedy Live Nite’ in Lagos starting on December 3 and scheduled to hold every first Saturday of the month. The ace... Read More
Please find the latest jobs in Nigeria below. Remember, the earlier you apply, the better your chances of securing a job – best of luck! Please Note: To apply for any of the jobs below, click on the job of your choice, do not reply. Delloitte recruiting in 3 Positions FMCG Recruiting in 6... Read More
by Yemi Olowu The Jewel by Lisa SS12 collection was inspired by the 50s and 60s. Celebrating Nigerian heritage and culture, but with a modern twist, reworking and reinventing the traditional Nigerian menswear such as the Agbada, the Safari suits, the Buba and Sokoto into JBL’s idea of a modern womenswear collection. The execution of Western and traditional cuts with viberant prints... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang Reuben Abati, spokesperson to the Nigerian president, has announced that Farida Waziri, the Chair of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFFC) has been “relieved” of her appointment by President Goodluck Jonathan. The agency’s deputy, Ibrahim Lamurde, has been appointed as the acting chairman. Abati did not state the president’s reason... Read More
by upnepadotcom Opinions are the thing everyone is entitled to. We do not disagree with that ideology. So, this morning we create room for everyone’s opinion to be expressed on our usual entertainment issues. The exercise is simple, upnepadotcom states a belief, you either #agree or #disagree with the remark and then... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang Last week on Rubbin’ Minds, we discussed the upcoming LEAP Africa Youth Leadership Awards and Same Page, a play that will be showing later this month. Shade Ladipo, who presented the episode alone, started the show with a run down of the events and people who made the news over the past... Read More
by Toni Kan To trace the origin of the thriller tradition in Nigeria, one would retrace his steps to books like “The Passport of Mallam Ilia,” “An African Night’s Entertainment,” “Jagua Nana” and “Jagua Nana’s Daughter,” and even “Our Man from Sagamu,” a veritable whodunit, which I think was published by Fontana. “Was the... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang Angelina Jolie has never been a woman of, uhm, weight, but there must be a lot of worried eyes viewing recent photos of the actress in the tabloids. The most shocking photo of the week shows Jolie making her way to board a private jet from Vietnam looking skinnier than ever. She had been... Read More
by Yemi Olowu Fashion designer Folake Majin unveiled The Royal collection alongside The Breathless Experience Collection by Miss Majin and The Circle Revolution Collection by GM4FM’s Gogo Majin at the Civic Center on Sunday 20 November 2011. “My inspiration for the collection came from an accessory that has been made and used by my... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang Nominated for Professional of the Year at The Future Awards 2011, 30 year old Dr. Owoeye is a Sports Physiotherapist at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital. Tell us about you I am Mr Oluwatoyosi Owoeye. In the space of months I will be done with my PhD. I am a Physiotherapist... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang Rap duo Show Dem Camp came into the Factory78tv studios during their recent stop in the UK. After a brief chat with Adesope and Dj Lanre, Ghost and Tec graced the F78 Microphones to remind viewers and fans alike why they have been highly rated lyricists in the Afro-HipHop genre and Afrobeats... Read More
by Hauwa Gambo On 4 December, 2011, Lagos will enjoy the best of Mexico. At an event already hailed as the ‘best VIP beach party of the year’, the ‘Olmeca on the Beach’ gig hosted by Olmeca Tequila will feature Ice Prince and his Chocolate City crew. The exclusive beach party, taking place on an island at... Read More
by Wilfred Okiche The irrepressible Funke Akindele is back, this time in Tunde Kelani’s new feature film ‘Maami’. She plays the title role of a poor but hardworking single mother struggling to raise her only son against all odds. She is the centre of his world until he begins to yearn for the father he... Read More
by Ayodotun Osunkojo Everyone is selfish! The word is negative, yes! But let’s hypothetically rid it of that connotation. It is only natural to be selfish; it doesn’t make you a bad person, it makes you human. I’m not saying it’s alright to be selfish, I’m saying it is oh, so true. From the loving... Read More
by ‘Ifreke Inyang On 18 December, Oja Ara, a mini-fair will take place at the Unity Center Hall in Ikeja, Lagos. Oja Ara, which means ‘market of wonders’, is a one-stop shop for all your Christmas shopping. The best bargains will be available on all items such as women, men and children’s apparel, accessories, beauty... Read More
by Seyi Lawal Two non-governmental organisations, the Environmental Rights Action and the Nigerian Popular Theatre Alliance, were yesterday announced the winners of the Ford Foundation Jubilee Transparency Awards at an event in Abuja, held at the Transcorp Hilton. To mark Ford’s 50th anniversary in West Africa, the Ford Foundation announced the winners of... Read More