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Tolu July 18, 2017

These 10 photos from John Boyega’s GQ feature are why he should be your Man Crush Everyday

Does John Boyega need any more introduction? The British-Nigerian actor who was raised and has lived all his life in Pec…

Tolu July 17, 2017

Who is Jodie Whittaker? | The first ever female to play Doctor Who

Producers of British science-fiction television series, Doctor Who have made a big announcement that has earned fans' applause and raised hopes for the future of the over 50 year old show.…

Oluwatosin Adeshokan June 21, 2017

As usual, Nigeria is trying to reap where it has not sown with the newly elected British-Nigerian MPs

In regular Nigerian style of reaping where they do not sow, Aso Rock in a brief moment showed exactly how this administration and the entirety of our independence and sovereignty…

Itunuoluwa May 4, 2017

Former British spy says Trump dossier content needed to be verified

by Itunuoluwa Adebo Former British spy behind the dossier alleging ties between President Donald Trump's campaign and Russia insists his research was urgent enough to share with top American and…

Mazi Emeka July 24, 2016

Court awards £20,000 compensation to Ibori’s lawyer

A British court has ordered that Bhadresh Gohil, lawyer to convicted former governor of Delta state, James Ibori, be paid £20,000 by the Crown Prosecution Service for unlawfully detaining Gohil and depriving him…

Mazi Emeka April 13, 2016

‘You’re factually inaccurate’ | Presidency replies UK Telegraph

The Nigerian government has responded to an article published in the UK Telegraph on Wednesday, accusing President Muhammadu Buhari of using aid money from the British government to witch-hunt political…

Janeth J February 7, 2016

‘NDLEA is a lawless organisation in the eyes of right thinking people’ – Kashamu

Senator representing Ogun East Senatorial district, Buruji Kashamu has denied the existence of any extradition order issued against him. This denial is coming in the heels of an alleged statement…

Kolapo Olapoju January 11, 2016

Legendary British singer, David Bowie dies at 69

After a battle with cancer, legendary singer- David Bowie has died at the age of 69. Bowie's son, movie director- Duncan Jones confirmed the death of his father in a statement released on…

Adebayo Emuleomo November 18, 2015

24 years a slave! True story of a Nigerian slave in Britain

Here is another tragedy-filled potential Oscar winning story. A British couple accused of detaining a Nigerian immigrant as a slave for over twenty years has been found guilty. Emmanuel and…

Janeth J November 5, 2015

‘We recognize the borders laid down at Independence’ | UK government’s position on Biafra

The British government is reported to have said it does not support the agitation and calls for a Biafran nation to be carved out of Nigeria, essentially secession. A representative of the UK…

Kolapo Olapoju October 4, 2015

‘UK’s probe of Diezani started 2 years ago’

It's been revealed that the British National Crime Agency began the corruption investigation of former Petroleum Minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke, in 2013. Diezani, who is the current President of the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries…

Kolapo Olapoju September 16, 2015

Nigeria was always destined to fail – Fani-Kayode

Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, says Nigeria was destined to fail from its inception as an entity in 1914. Fani-Kayode posted on his Facebook page, that the British created Nigeria…

Janeth J June 20, 2015

Wole Soyinka loses Oxford professor of poetry post to British poet

Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka has lost the post of Oxford Professor of Poetry to a fellow contender Simon Armitage. Armitage, a popular British poet and broadcaster, secured 1,221 votes, 301…

Kolapo Olapoju December 31, 2014

Opinion: Why can’t Nigerians in diaspora bring home their blessings and knowledge?

by Uyu Eyo Ita I huddled in my chair and tried to distract myself from thoughts of when my yet- to- acclimatise- body would finally acclimatise to the British…

Kolapo Olapoju October 4, 2014

GEJ says Islam should not be blamed for the actions of terrorists

by Azubuike Azikiwe On Saturday, 3 September, President Goodluck Jonathan stated that the nefarious activities of terrorist groups across the world had nothing to do with Islam. The President said…

Kolapo Olapoju September 27, 2014

British woman spends thousands of pounds on dolls……BUT spends peanuts on her daughters

by Kolapo Olapoju Kerrie Williams, a 33-year-old British woman, has spent over £20,000 on 7 lifelike dolls, while refusing to spend anything but the necessary on her two daughters. According…

Kolapo Olapoju September 23, 2014

Davido, Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, others nominated for ‘Best African Act’ at the MOBO awards

by Kolapo Olapoju Several Nigerian stars have been nominated for the 'Best African Act category' for the 2014 MOBO Awards. Davido, Dr Sid, Tiwa Savage, Wizkid, Yemi Alade, were the…

Kolapo Olapoju September 6, 2014

Forget ‘Zmapp’ and ‘Nanosilver’: LUTH Professor claims ‘Ewedu’ can cure Ebola

by Kolapo Olapoju As the world seeks to find a permanent cure for the deadly Ebola virus disease, Prof Adebukola Adefule Oshitelu, professor of ophthalmology at the Lagos State…

Kolapo Olapoju September 3, 2014

Finally! Kim Kardashian goes totally naked for GQ magazine (LOOK)

by Damilola Jagun Kim Kardashian has little problem with showing off naked skin, but we haven't seen her this nude since her sex tape with Ray-J. The most famous Kardashian was…

Kolapo Olapoju September 2, 2014

Ice bucket challenge gone wrong: Man almost dies after leaping into freezing river

by Jewel Stephen A 21-year-old British man almost died, after leaping into a freezing river, while trying to carry out a different kind of ice bucket challenge. He had to be…

Kolapo Olapoju September 1, 2014

Amazing stuff: Black woman gives birth to white baby

by Kolapo Olapoju A black British woman of Nigerian origin has given birth to a white baby, recording a medical rarity of sorts. 32-year-old Catherine Howarth, who is from Milton…

writer July 18, 2014

Incredible! This 22-year-old woman faints about 6 times a day (PICTURED)

by Kolapo Olapoju Beth Joyce, a 22-year-old British woman is afflicted with a rare condition that makes her faint six times a day. Beth's condition is a medical rarity known…

May 10, 2014

Tragedy: Nigerian, 2 others die in Ghana as helicopter crashes into the sea

by S'ola Filani File photo Three people, including a Nigerian, were killed while several others sustained injuries on Thursday when a helicopter carrying eight passengers crashed off Ghana's western coast.…

March 2, 2014

British man pleads for gay Ugandan partner after their SEX tape is leaked (PICTURED)

by Adeola Balogun The crackdown on homosexuals in Uganda has continued to attract attention around the country with the list of the country's most popular gays being published in a…

December 9, 2013

Ochereome Nnanna: Is a Nigerian Mandela possible?

by Ochereome Nnanna So, we return to our question: Is Nigerian Mandela possible? Looking at our history, your answer is likely to be: No. The British colonialists did not lay…

December 7, 2013

Young Nigerian couple jailed in U.K over plot to steal £19million (PICTURED)

A young couple were part of a global internet banking scam which could have netted a phenomenal £19million after hacking the accounts of nearly 2,500 people. Aderoju Bammeke, 22,…

October 19, 2013

“I couldn’t believe what I was seeing”: Woman’s wedding turns to horror after gunmen burst into reception and murder groom – over £60 debt (PHOTOS)

Tragic: Dameion Cousins and his wife Jacqueline from Hornsey, North London pictured on their wedding day - hours later Mr Cousins was shot dead A new bride was forced to…

September 23, 2013

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