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TERRIBLE: Soldiers attack motor park, vandalize cars in Ogun
by S'ola Filani File photo Soldiers invaded the Lagos Garage, Ijebu Ode, Ogun State this morning, injuring several people and vandalizing about 20 vehicles. They allegedly shot sporadically into the…
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Obanikoro appeals to Gov. Fashola over LASU crisis
by Akan Ido Senator Musiliu Obanikoro, the Minister of State for Defence has called on Governor Babatunde Fashola to tread softly on the crisis rocking the Lagos State University (LASU)…
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Rocknation is set to shake Lagos with the second edition of its Rock Party [DETAILS]
by Akan Ido Rocknation is set to dazzle rock fans in Lagos as it announces June 7, 2014 as date for the next rock party - Metal and Romance; Incursion!!!…
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Tunde Leye: Senator ex-Governor and his pension
by Tunde Leye When the pension bill for a governor is within the range of 1.5 to 2 billion annually and that of the deputies are also in Lagos and…
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Ogaga Ifowodo: The Northern victory in the derivation contest
by Ogaga Ifowodo The “North,” it must be remembered, was dragged into Nigeria screaming and kicking. Its disdain for Nigeria has been evident right from when Sir Ahmadu Bello would…
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Photo of the Day: This is one ‘Keke NAPEP’ you SHOULD take for a spin
by Adeola Balogun Tricycles, also known as 'Keke NAPEP', have become increasingly popular in Nigeria especially since the ban on motorcycles in some states. Tricycles usually have hoods covering the…
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Here it is! Davido’s producer acquires new home (LOOK)
by S'ola Filani Shizzi, Davido's producer has reportedly bought a new house. The talented artiste went on Instagram to congratulate the prolific producer posting a photo of the house. It…
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INCREDIBLE! Meet Lagos prophet who sleeps in COFFINS and GRAVES (PICTURED)
by 'Jola Sotubo A cleric in Lagos has chosen a strange way to deliver his religious messages as he preaches from inside a coffin. Samuel Olawale a.k.a Kogberegbe, a preacher at…
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#BelieveItOrNot: Media personality, Kemi Adetiba barred from Lagos restaurant for being SINGLE (TWEETS)
by Tutu Akinlabi The feminists are going to have fun with this one. According to reports, there's a restaurant in Lagos that does not allow single women into its doors.…
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Dangote, Kola Abiola, Don Jazzy, others attend funeral of Femi Otedola’s dad (See Photos)
by 'Jola Sotubo The funeral mass for a former Governor of Lagos, Sir Micheal Otedola held on Friday in Epe and of course there was a reception afterwards. The billionaire…
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‘Eva Alordiah and I explored each other…’ – Rapper, Ice Prince opens up
by S'ola Filani Rapper, Ice Prince insists he and Eva Alordiah had a thing going on before fame came calling He opened up once more to the Nigerian Tribune saying…
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#BelieveItOrNot: Drunk driver lands car on rooftop in Lagos (PICTURED)
by Zara Mustapha A driver who appeared to be drunk was said to have veered off the road on Akerele Street in Oworonshoki area of Lagos, and landed on the roof of…
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Sex-for-jobs: How suspect lured 12 married women to bed, blackmailed them with nude photos (PICTURED)
by Akan Ido A 32-year-old man, Iweka Chigoziem Nnamdi has been arrested by the police in Lagos for sleeping with women after promising them jobs. The suspect is said to…
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‘Our mother is not a witch’: Sons of ‘bird-turned-woman’ step forward, deny witchcraft story
by 'Jola Sotubo The incredible story of a black bird turning into a woman in Lagos has been slammed as false by her 2 sons. The elderly woman, who residents…
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YNaija Editorial: Welcome to the season of our discontent
The government’s response to the protests have been of suspicion... Promises have been made, but these are things we have heard on numerous other occasions. Much talk, some movement, but…
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Terrible: ‘Area Boys’ attack LASTMA officials in Lagos, many injured
by S'ola Filani File photo Street urchins yesterday took laws into their hands by attacking officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) in Ojota, Ikorodu Road. According…
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This is the woman accused of being a flying witch by Ajegunle residents (PHOTO)
by Akan Ido It was a bit of a chaos in Ajegunle, a suburb of Lagos yesterday morning as a woman who appears to be in her 80s was rescued…
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Opinion: Fashola’s successor – Before we crucify Oba Akiolu
by Alfred Lawson Akiolu's love for Lagos must have driven him to want the best qualified man for Lagos, even though what he announced publicly ought to have been left…
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Opinion: From Rwanda with much love
by Dolapo Aina See you in Rwanda-the land of a thousand hills; a million smiles and a billion opportunities. Rwanda’s peaceful ambience is perfect for creative minds that need a…
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Terrible: This adorable baby was abandoned by his mother in Lagos (PICTURED)
by Zara Mustapha A day-old baby was abandoned by the roadside at Onigbagbo Bus Stop, Ikeja in Lagos on Thursday, May 8. According to witnesses, the abandoned baby boy who was…
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Terrible: Suspected female kidnapper set ablaze by angry mob in Lagos
by Zara Mustapha A woman accused of an attempt to kidnap 3 primary school pupils in Ekoro area of Abule-Egba, Lagos was yesterday set ablaze by an angry mob. The…
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Terrible: Suspected ritualist caught with 3 siblings in Lagos (PICTURED)
by Zara Mustapha The suspected ritualist A suspected ritualist has been arrested by the police at the Iyana Iba market in Lagos after he was caught with three children. The man…
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Jonathan is doing his best, says Gowon; US warns of possible Boko Haram attack in Lagos & other important news you should know today
by Oge Okonkwo Jonathan is doing his best, says Gowon A former Head of State, Yakubu Gowon, has urged Nigerians to support the Federal Government in its bid to tackle…
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Demola Rewaju: How poor are the poor and who are they?
by Demola Rewaju Absolute poverty is not in Lagos however – at least, not on the level of those truly poor people in some states of this country where it walks on…
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Tragic: Diesel truck falls, bursts into flames in Lekki, Lagos (See Photos)
by Adept Balogun According to reports, a fire has broken out on Lekki Admiralty way in Lagos and has resulted in an inferno on the street after a diesel truck…
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Tunde Fagbenle: Lagos is the emerging city of culture and excellence
by Tunde Fagbenle The transformation of Lagos into a veritable centre of culture and excellence is happening before our very eyes, slowly, surely, and amazingly. This is Lagos. What is…
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Cute couple: Ohimai ‘@MrFixNigeria’ Amaize weds Tessy Oliseh in Lagos (PHOTOS)
by Zara Mustapha Ohimai Godwin Amaize popularly known as Mr Fix Nigeria tie the knot with his beautiful bride, Tessy Oliseh yesterday in Lagos. Amaize who is the Special Adviser…
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#StoriesWeHear: ‘Flying witch’ found under gutter in Lagos (See Photos)
by Zara Mustapha According to witnesses, the woman among above was found inside a drainage around Abalti Barracks, Ojuelegba,Lagos. Reports say she was spotted by a passer-by while she was calling…
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From Dream to Reality: All the photos from the AMAA at 10 coffee table book launch in Lagos
Danny Glover What: AY Live Show. Where: Eko Hotel, V.I, Lagos. When: April 20, 2014. Photos by Hycinth Iyereosa Peace Anyiam-Osigwe Segun Arinze Yaw Alex Ekubo Fonsho Adeolu Anthony Anyiam-Osigwe Paul…
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Aww, this is beautiful: Hadiza Okoya weds Olamiju Alao-Akala in Lagos (See Photos)
by Zara Mustapha Hadiza Okoya and Olamiju Alao-Akala, children of billionaire businessman, Rasaq Okoya and former governor of Oyo state, Adebayo Alao-Akala officially said 'I do' today April 20, in a Nikkai and…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy