Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: Nigerian women are really trying. You be begging your man, “please...
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Access Bank Plc., Nigeria’s largest retail bank, on Friday, collaborated with MTN at the mPulse planet to educate pre-teens and teenagers on the importance of practicing good savings culture through fun and innovative methods. The event which held at Landmark Event Centre, Lagos, saw children taking part in gamified learning on platforms such as Dreamville.ng – a...
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The Future Awards Africa today announced the call for nomination for this year’s edition of the continent’s biggest youth awards scheduled to take place in November. The launch event which held at the Transcorp Hilton Abuja saw Amina Mohammed, the Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations endorsing the prestigious Awards which has been described as...
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The month of August was brimming with events that spanned from music to film and culture, most notably the Johnnie Jazz & Whiskey concert in Lagos that saw famed masked singer Lagbaja perform in live since forever, and the private screening of the Vimbai Mutinhiri and BET documentary on women (mostly) surgically enhancing their bodies...
Read More'Killer Curves: Bodies to die for',
A Toast to Life,
African Giant,
Afropunk 2019,
Burna boy,
D'banj,
Here are the top 10 events we loved in August,
Jazz & Whisky,
Johnnie,
Juliet Ibrahim,
Shanghai Book Fair,
Vimbai Mutinhiri
The Event Xperience Africa (TEXA) is set to hold its second edition between 28th – 30th January, 2020 in Lagos, Nigeria. The conference builds on the success of the maiden edition held this year, with the intent to further improve networking opportunities for event professionals by connecting seasoned and new professionals across Africa. Led by...
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The Set Up hit all cinemas on the 9th of August and the fans are completely in love! Since the release of the blockbuster directed by the acclaimed Niyi Akinmolayan Movie lovers and fans all around have taken to social media to express their “ pride “ with some likening it to top Hollywood blockbuster...
Read More“The Set-Up Film”,
#TheSetUpFilm,
Adesua Etomi,
Ayo Ayoola,
chidi okereke,
Daokre Egbuson,
Ebuka Obi-Uchendu,
Jim Iyke,
Joke Silva,
Kehinde Bankole,
Niyi Akinmolayan Movie,
Tina Mba,
Tomiwa Tegbe
The rising case of ‘illegal immigration’ globally is not a secret. It is a problem that has been exacerbated by extreme poverty, war, corruption, wealth inequality, and famine. While it has its obvious consequences as seen in Europe and United States, the circumstances leading to migration have not been addressed and this has created a never-ending malaise that has now thrown the global community into turmoil. Citizens in host countries who publicly engage in racial profiling consistently point to the rising number of ‘illegal immigrants’ as the reason for their slowing...
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Sustainable Cycling Foundation is a leading African not for profit committed to the growth and development of cycling in the continent. SCF has unveiled the ‘Kit and Kin’ initiative in partnership with Access Bank, Cocoon Homes, Kingston Wheelers and Craneburg Construction during a press event at its head office in Lagos on Saturday, 24 August,...
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Nigeria’s global image recently took another dent as Saudi Arabia is set to execute 23 Nigerians for drug-related offenses. Convicted for contravening the narcotic and psychotropic substances that are punishable by death, and according to Saudi authorities, they were arrested between 2016 and 2017 at King Abdul-Aziz International Airport, Jeddah and Prince Muhammad bin Abdu-Aziz...
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One of the ways rape culture perpetuates itself is through sexual harassment. Sexual harassment which includes language that demeans women by targeting and sexualizing their physical appearance and non-consensual touching happens in every facet of life in Africa. But it is most pervasive in African markets. Because markets are often, cramped environments bustling with life...
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Each week here at YNaija, we round up the best Nigerian writing on the internet, highlighting the stories, profiles, interviews and in-depth reporting that rise above the daily churn. Here are the ones that caught our attention: The Fabric of Nigerian Weddings – Adenike Olanrewaju ”Material made of lace is also popular for many Nigerian brides...
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OPPO Mobile Nigeria left former BBNaija ‘Pepper Dem’ housemates, Nelson, Thelma, Jeff, Joe and Enkay in awe as the brand surprised each of them with brand new OPPO F11 Pro smartphones during the #BBNaija Homecoming party. The former housemates smiled excitedly throughout the night as they couldn’t believe the amount of love, cheers and affection...
Read More@oppomobileng,
@opponigeria,
#BBNaija Homecoming party,
Avala,
BBNaija,
BBNaija ‘Pepper Dem’,
DJ Kentalky,
Ella,
Enkay,
Isilomo,
Jeff,
Joe,
KimOprah,
Nelson,
Nengi Akinola,
Ollie,
OPPO F11 Pro,
OPPO F11 Pro smartphones,
OPPO Mobile Nigeria,
Thelma,
Tuoyo
We’re drawing close to the end of our month with Japheth Omojuwa on Rubbin’ Minds and we have had compelling interviews, unexpected gems and quite a few insights. But he’s not quite done yet. This week on Rubbin’ Minds, Omojuwa will delve deeper into one of the most controversial topics of the week, the recently...
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At the April9ine headquarters in Abuja, the CEO of April9ine, Aluwaye Philip Ilegar announced Jake Okechukwu Effoduh Esq., as the Brand Ambassador of the company. “I am honored to have a great man represent our brand. Having known Effoduh for 13 years, my team and I are inspired by his personality and his dedication to...
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It’s been six months after February 23 National Assembly election with 109 Senatorial seats occupied and Senators sworn in. The All Progressives Congress (APC) maintains a commanding lead in the upper legislative chamber with the inauguration of Benjamin Uwajumogu, and former Borno governor Kashim Shettima returning as a Senator representing Borno Central. In perspective, APC...
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Lawyer and TFAA Alumnus, Jake Effoduh has just released his fashion collection to demonstrate “sustainable fashion.” Announcing the production of his fashion debut in collaboration with bespoke fashion company, April9ine, Effoduh spoke about the inspiration for his work. “By recycling fabrics; using only environmentally-friendly materials; and, cutting down on production waste by thirty percent, we...
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by Damola Morenikeji Yesterday, as I laid on the bed, after meditating, I started thinking of the person I am becoming. I caught myself in this thought and stopped. I had done this before; defining what I want, who I want to be, and what gifts I want to share with the world with love...
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Since it was published in 2007, The Wives (Kraft Books Limited) a play written by Professor Ahmed Yerima has become a prominent theatre staple, going through several reruns, rejigs and productions. With award winning titles like Little Drops and Hard Ground to his credit, Yerima, a former director of the national theatre, the national troupe...
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Yesterday, the United States Department of Justice released a statement announcing that 80 defendants, most of whom are Nigerians, have been charged with conspiracy to commit fraud, conspiracy to launder money, and aggravated identity theft. A number of the defendants, the statement said, are also facing substantive fraud and money laundering charges. Follow the links...
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Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: Invictus Obi gets arrested and next thing the FBI releases a list...
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In 2009, pop singer Ciara released Never Ever, a self-referential R&B song about her past relationships where the love she received was nowhere near the love the gave. She says in an interview, ”I fought so long to try and keep it up — keep it afloat and to keep it together, and you got...
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Edwin’s passion for self-expression and creativity is built on two parallels – writing as a description of thought and fashion, in this case, crochet designing, as a medium for art and aesthetics, whereby every single yarn and pattern basically invokes nostalgia and often, a need to celebrate the unexpected. While crochet is rapidly making a...
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It has become somewhat farcical at this point. For months before hand, Endemol and Multichoice heavily promote their new season of Big Brother Nigeria, giving the federal government ample time to either censor the show or ban it entirely (spoiler: it can’t, Big Brother and the BBNaija franchising is aired on pay-per-view cable and not...
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Nigeria’s global identity, for so long, has been associated with internet scams and while nothing has seemingly been done to fix this smeared image, more cases of Nigerians committing fraudulent acts keep springing up. Yesterday, the United States Department of Justice released a statement announcing that 80 defendants, most of whom are Nigerians, have been...
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In the list of things that are fairly obvious but you would have never think to predict, is Davido’s music label DMW world arraigned in a public list alongside Hubmart Stores and The Assemblies of God Church in Nigeria. They were all part of a comprehensive list the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) published about...
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Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: Is it possible for a wife to remain without sex while...
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Singer Jidenna has been making some online buzz for tweeting about wanting a wife and endorsing polyamory. His interview on The Breakfast Club sparked conversations online around polyamory and its misconceptions, and presented another configuration of relationships other than monogamy. Follow the links below to check out our latest stories: 5 Things that Should Matter...
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With her September 1 concert looming, award winning R&B star and vocalist, Waje has just released the visuals for the single video ‘Udue’ featuring Johnny Drille. ‘Udue’ is one of the fan favorites from the singer’s latest album ‘Red Velvet.’ Starring Waje’s stunning daughter Emerald as Johnny Drille’s love interest, the video was shot on location at...
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Ifan Michael’s supernatural period drama Foreigner’s God has to be one of the longest gestating Nollywood movies I have known, a movie brimming with star firepower in its cast. Just think of any actor working today, you will find them in this movie and now, we have been given a first look. Set in 1947...
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It has taken Nigeria a long, long time, but finally, we are Polio free. It has taken 30 years of continuous global intervention, and billions of Naira to tackle the infectious disease that primarily infects children causing significant nerve damage and in extreme cases, paralysis. As a childhood disease, Polio ravaged the world, causing millions...
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