by Ore Fakorede The original ‘Roman’s Revenge’, which featured Eminem, added fuel to an already sizzling Minaj-Lil’ Kim beef. With both ‘Em and Nicki rapping as their notoriously-vulgar alter-egos (Slim Shady and Roman Zolanski respectively) over Swiss Beatz’ eerie strings and snares, the very best of the worst was flawlessly delivered. Although soundly criticized for... Read More
by Ore Fakorede Sex & The Big City: The Predator’s Concise Guide (Part 1) Using a sniper rifle is an art. Unlike the prosaic ‘point and shoot’ business of other less dignified guns, taking down a prey with this elite weapon requires painstaking skill, unwavering concentration and an astute eye that pays attention to fine... Read More
by Sola Fasasi Many of us are unhappy with the failings of our country, yet we feel at a loss as to how to be part of the solution. Biola Williams of Sleeves Up has an answer. “From the 15th to 29th January, we young Nigerians hold our future in our hands. The question is, what... Read More
by Kay Omar There are too many people on the streets of Lagos walking around in the guise of security operatives/law enforcement officers, and all toting dangerous weapons. Dangerous weapons here would include huge clubs (kondo), sticks, wire and broken pipes (ranging from plastic weapon). When you get to Mile 2 Oke, there is this... Read More
by Sola Fasasi We introduce YNaija’s new column, ‘Photo of the day’! We’ll be scouring the internet, the news, bill boards, random road signs and everywhere else to bring you the best picture we find. Some will be funny, others will be moving, and some of the photographs will be just plain silly! Here’s what we... Read More
by Sola Fasasi The Leading Ladies Summit is an initiative of the PR Consultancy, BrookStone Consult whose aim is to establish a bi annual event that serves to effectively mentor, inspire, and motivate young women into making positive and informed choices, which in turn impact positively on their lives; as well as to spread awareness... Read More
RedSTRAT, the holding group that owns The Future Awards, The Future Project, Y! and other brands, is currently working towards its biggest brand, The Future Awards 2011. Reputed to be the continent’s biggest youth awards, the 5th edition will hold next week on 30 January 2011. Still, the team behind it, is about to take a... Read More
by Yemi Olowu Uyai is a design label jointly owned by two remarkable friends, Amanda Etuk (20) and Ngozi Elendu (23). When they met, it didn’t take too long to discover they had the same passion; not just for fashion but also for affordable clothing – hence Uyai was birthed. Their lovely designs are all priced below N10,000 and their... Read More
by Tolu Ogunlesi Warning: If Nigeria doesn’t drive you to anger and/or despair, please skip this entire article. When the Nigerian experiences uninterrupted power supply, courtesy of PHCN, guilt and befuddlement are bound to follow. What have I done to deserve this? Has the man (or woman) on duty, who is supposed to ensure the... Read More
by Oyindamola Olofinlua A phone call from a friend was all it took to get to House on the Rock, Victoria Island, Lagos. The church holds three services, making it easier for people to choose which one they’d like to attend. My friend had mentioned time and again that she attends two services, so I... Read More
by Yemi Olowu The 2011 Golden Globe red carpet was filled with many gorgeous dresses as the stars, designers and stylists went all out to achieve jaw-dropping looks. The stars may have different personae, but fashion always brings them together. We took note of a few things they had on. Photo credit: Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA)
by HD He was absolutely crazy about his wife. Actually they were both crazy about each other. This was her fifth birthday since they first met and he really wanted to celebrate with something a little different from the nice romantic dinners of the past four years (not that those weren’t nice, but variety is... Read More
by Abisola Johnson Twenty years ago on this day, I woke up and I was nine years old. I had only one question in my head “what am I wearing to school today?” Ten years ago on this day, I woke up and I was nineteen. I had two questions “what’s my boyfriend going to... Read More
by Chi Ibe CodRead was born in Lagos but in 2005 he left Nigeria to pursue a modelling career. He had started to make music earlier, in 1999 under the pseudonym Boldman and then as part of a group known as Beat Block Boys. The artiste was nominated at the last Nigeria Music Video Awards... Read More
by Chi Ibe Harrysong, who is a singer, producer and vocal coach recently released his new single, ‘Jonzing world’. The track, which is produced by Del B is “bound to be a party favourite – catchy hook, playful delivery and groovy enough to start any party,” says the artiste’s management. Harrysong has worked as a... Read More
by Abisola Johnson Twenty years ago on this day, I woke up and I was nine years old. I had only one question in my head “what am I wearing to school today?” Ten years ago on this day, I woke up and I was nineteen. I had two questions “what’s my boyfriend going to... Read More
by Ore Fakorede The 68th Golden Globe Awards is held annually by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) to honour excellence in American and foreign film and television, and it took place on Sunday, 16th January at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, Beverly Hills, California. Each year, the highly anticipated Golden Globes are regarded as the... Read More
by Sayo Owolabi Hey, sporting YNaija peeps! It’s been an eventful week in the world of sports and just like that Week 2 in 2011 has come to an end leaving us with about 50 weeks in the year. A few days into the year, Nigeria’s sports doesn’t look like it will improve from where... Read More
by Ifreke Inyang [@ifreke] [ 10th Jan 2011 – 15th Jan 2011 ] MONDAY: “Morning Twitworld,” @obiasika tweeted. “Shout out to anyone on my timeline and let’s get some positive energy out there to kick off our year!” @Omawumi kicked off our week on a fantastic note with her new single, ‘If you ask me’.... Read More
by Hauwa Dada The 2011 elections are on the lips of everyone, and Nollywood refuses to be left out – 0ur stars have come together in an explosive voter awareness campaign! In this unprecedented display, a diverse range of top Nollywood actors and personalities unite to Get the Vote Out. Expect to see Joke Silva, Desmond Elliot, Gbenga Adeyinka,... Read More
by Chizitere Ojiaka I curled up at a corner in the room close to the living room and peeked at my parents as they spat curses at themselves. “You’re the biggest mistake I ever made!” my mum screamed out in a high soprano voice. Her neck veins were all out and obvious, protruding from under... Read More
by Onyeka Nwelue We know of our literary stars shining in the UK and the US, but never in India, which is the second biggest book market after China. But this month, Serene Woods, a publishing firm based in Delhi, will be releasing Binyerem Ukonu’s The Water was Hot. It is a collection of short... Read More
by Kenneth Oliko Vitiligo, sounds like chocolate, what is it all about? Chocolate? “Vitiligo (vit-ill-EYE-go) is a pigmentation disorder in which melanocytes (the cells that make pigment) in the skin, the mucous membranes (tissues that line the inside of the mouth and nose and genital and rectal areas), and the retina (inner layer of the... Read More
Pop diva Omawumi has opened up another medium of excitement for fans. Courtesy of Mtech, you can now download your favourite Omawumi song on your mobile phone! Work sometimes gets hard; life sometimes gets boring. It’s time to jazz it all up with those amazing songs you have always loved from this wonderful artiste: In... Read More
The Future Pre-Awards “Do Something” Conference is a rare opportunity for young Nigerians to meet with high-achieving role models who they would otherwise not have the opportunity to meet. The speakers don’t give lectures – rather, the participants ask them any questions on their minds about how they succeeded or how they achieved and get real time... Read More
by Stanley Azuakola The management of the University of Benin dispelled rumours last week that it intended to suspend ongoing semester examinations in order for students to participate in the voters registration exercise. Their decision to proceed with the exams could well mean that most of the over 60000 students of the university would be... Read More
– Event holds Sunday, January 30. The organisers of The Future Awards have formally announced the Keynote Speaker for this year’s edition which holds on Sunday, January 30, 2011. This is the sixth edition. The Keynote Address is a yearly tradition that has seen some of the nation’s most respected role models from across the world address... Read More
by Chi Ibe The Kids’ Clean Club is a Non-Governmental Organisation that aims at raising a generation of physically, mentally and environmentally clean children across Nigeria and the World. “We intend to do this by creating awareness amongst children, about the effects of pollution and global warming, and how they can make a change in... Read More
by Emmanuel Osanedum Call it a little clichéd, but the political games have begun. This week, there was a gale of presidential primaries resulting in confirmed candidates President Goodluck Jonathan for the PDP, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu for the Action congress of Nigeria, Prof. Patrick Utomi for the Social Democratic Mega Party and Chief Dele Momodu for the National Conscience Party.... Read More
by Cheta Nwanze One thing we must bear in mind is this: elections are easier to rig when people do not turn up to vote. 2011 is a pivotal year for our country. Those of us who are within the age range must vote. Before you can vote, you must register. After you register, you must... Read More