These roads in Lekki and Onitsha have a lot in common (PHOTOS)

Save for the fact that the flooding in the Onitsha road is a lot more than that of the road in Lekki Phase 1, Lagos, there’s really not much of a difference between them. We take a look at the roads; The Lekki Phase 1 road has been taken over by water, hence not so motor-able. ... Read More

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July 22, 2015

Unilag graduate rapes sickle cell woman in Lekki

A man named Imonitie Ilen-Otuma has been arrested by the police for allegedly raping a 27-year-old sickle cell woman in the Lekki area of Lagos. A report said the man had earlier been arrested in May for raping a colleague, and had been freed when the victim’s family agreed to withdraw the case. In the... Read More

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July 2, 2015

Tragic: Corpse reportedly found in canal at Lekki Phase I

A Twitter user named Akin Ajose-Adeogun tweeted this morning that a dead body was inside a canal at Ikate roundabout Lekki Phase 1, Lagos. Dead body inside canal at ikate roundabout Lekki Phase 1. @trafficbutter @naijareview @YNaija @bellanaija pic.twitter.com/YleB2bbGun — Akin Ajose-Adeogun (@Dieux_oint) July 2, 2015

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March 12, 2015

Motorists flee as police, robbers duel on Lekki-Ikoyi bridge (WATCH)

by Damilola Jagun Earlier today, robbers and police engaged in a gunfight on the Lekki-Ikoyi link bridge, in Lagos. While the exchange ensued, motorists scampered for safety. Watch below, a video from the scene of the incident, which was posted on Instagram by Obi Somto:

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March 12, 2015

Armed robbers, policemen exchange gunshots on Lekki-Ikoyi link bridge

by Damilola Jagun A gang of armed robbers exchanged gunshots for about 30 minutes with policemen on the Lekki-Ikoyi link bridge on Thursday, March 12. It is believed that the robbers had robbed a bank at Lekki phase 1, after which they made an attempt to escape through the link bridge to Ikoyi when they... Read More

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February 23, 2015

Travel Bay opens shop with #KeepOnMoving photo exhibition at #SMWLagos [DETAILS]

by Jewel Stephen Travel Bay is scheduled to be unveiled at the upcoming Social Media Week Lagos. The 3-day event at Capital Square, Lekki, is to run from February 23–25, 2015 and will feature curated photographs from Instagram entries. “Travel Bay, a start-up looking to democratize the travel experience and is proud to open shop... Read More

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February 8, 2015

YNaija Analysis: Yesterday’s postponement reminds us – we urgently need to restructure Nigeria

by Cheta Nwanze “There’s a reason you separate the military and the police. One fights the enemies of the state, the other serves and protects the people. When the military becomes both, then the enemies of the state tend to become the people.” The above quote was made by the fictional character, Rear Admiral William... Read More

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February 7, 2015

But why are there soldiers, armoured trucks on Lagos roads? (See Photos)

by Kolapo Olapoju Following widespread speculations that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) may have decided to postpone the forthcoming elections, soldiers and armoured personnel carriers have been sighted on the streets of Lagos. Several people on social media claim to have spotted convoys of military men and tanks on different parts of the metropolitan city.... Read More

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January 14, 2015

Dolapo Aina: Still celebrating the New Year without NEPA

by Dolapo Aina The reader might wonder if this writer is livid (trust me; you don’t want to know what I have realised), but no crony or Hallelujah yeoman (or rather yeoboy) should table official excuses for an increasingly aware electorate. The time is 10.28am and as I pen this piece; I haven’t experienced a... Read More

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October 21, 2014

Is 2face building third ‘Rumors’ nightclub on the Island?

by Kolapo Olapoju Unconfirmed reports say that pop icon, 2face Idibia is working on the third franchise of his nightclub, ‘Rumors’. The new project, which is being built on the Island is believed to be worth over N400m naira and could be opened sometime between the end of this year and early next year. In 2012, he acquired... Read More

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October 21, 2014

Oritsefemi splashes N224 million on Lekki home and Range Rover Evoque (PHOTOS)

by Kolapo Olapoju Double Wahala singer, Oritsefemi is moving up the world at an organic pace. From his humble abode in Ajegunle to a rented apartment in Ikeja, the singer has stepped up, by acquiring a duplex on the island. Oritsefemi has packed into a duplex in Lekki Phase 1, valued at N200m, while also acquiring... Read More

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September 30, 2014

Security guard arraigned for stealing batteries from Etisalat mast

by Azubuike Azikiwe A 40-year-old security guard, Toyeeb Agbaje, has been arraigned before a Magistrate court, sitting in Tinubu, Lagos, for allegedly stealing 18 inverter batteries worth N1.4 million. On Monday, 30 September, the accused, a resident of Oguntayo Estate, Eputu, Lagos, was charged with conspiracy and stealing. The police prosecutor, ASP Chidi Okoye, told the... Read More

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September 21, 2014

Accident at Lekki Toll Gate

by Hycinth Iyereosa Yesterday, there was a major accident close to the Admiralty Toll Gate Plaze. [slideshow_deploy id=’306196′]

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September 7, 2014

Couple alert! What is going on between Katherine Edoho and Ruggedman? [DETAILS]

by Kolapo Olapoju On Thursday, 4 September, Katherine Edoho, the ex-wife of Frank Edoho, was spotted on a movie date at the ‘Genesis deluxe’ cinema at the ‘Palms, Lekki, with Nigerian rap icon, Ruggedman. Katherine, who has three children from her union with Frank, was seen sporting a short gown, while she stood alone... Read More

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July 1, 2014

All you should know about the Lekki jogger who causes traffic with his security escort (PICTURED)

by Tutu Akinlabi Residents of the Lekki area of Lagos have regularly marvelled at the sight of a man who goes jogging with an armed security escort trailing behind him. Most people have wondered who the man is and some have complained that his bodyguards, who drive in a Toyota Tundra, cause traffic whenever their... Read More

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May 1, 2014

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 fell and burst into flames. Fire fighters are said to be currently battling the blaze even as 4 cars have already been engulfed. The incident... Read More

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March 2, 2014

Femi Aribisala: Why pastors don’t go to heaven (Part 3)

by Femi Aribisala With Jesus as sole pastor, there would be no grounds for denominationalism. We would have fellowships in different places, but the one called Christ Embassy would not need to be at loggerheads with the one called Household of God. Churches would not be the personal empires of different self-seeking men as we... Read More

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February 28, 2014

14 Studios down; 20 stores to go: House of Tara launches new luxury flagship retail store at the Centro Mall, Lekki

by Oge Okonkwo Industry leader in makeup and beauty, House of Tara officially launched its new luxury studio at the Centro Mall, Lekki with an exclusive VIP event at the rooftop of the Centro Mall on 23 February, 2014. The Centro Mall Studio is the 14th studio for the brand which has 20 new studios... Read More

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February 10, 2014

Opinion: The APC is a corruption soaked social party

by Muneer Maisaje Why would we delude our selves that a party with its Grand patron (Asiwaju Tinubu) who some people described as one of the richest politician in west Africa, the money he acquired illegally while ruling Lagos state for 8 years, a state he is still squeezing through his installed puppet.. If you... Read More

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January 1, 2014

Aww, sweet: Nollywood sweetheart, Genevieve Nnaji has a message for her fans (WATCH)

by Tutu Akinlabi Actress, Genevieve Nnaji has won the hearts of many in Nigeria and even beyond. The screen diva has realized this and she has a special New Year message for her many fans all around the world. Genny loves you! Watch video below:

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December 31, 2013

These are our top 5 celebrity love stories of 2013

by Tutu Akinlabi Love is an amazing thing and even the rich and famous need to have a special someone at their sides. This year we had our share of celeb weddings and hook-ups and they made us ooh and aah. Here is our list of 2013’s top 5 celebrity love stories. 1, 2face Idibia... Read More

December 31, 2013

So true, so false: Are Genevieve Nnaji & D’banj planning to get married?

by Tutu Akinlabi Actress, Genevieve Nnaji and musician, D’banj sparked up rumours that they were back together after being seen cozied up to each other at a recent Gulder event. The duo, who were an item for 2 years, are said to have broken up due to commitment issues. Now however, it seems that they... Read More

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November 19, 2013

It can’t get bigger than this: Peter & Lola Okoye hang out with Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote (LOOK)

by Akan Ido You’re surely in the big leagues when the likes of Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote takes time out of his legendary busy schedule to honour your wedding invitation. Peter ‘Psquare’ Okoye, who, over the weekend in Lekki, Lagos, got married to his sweetheart, Lola Omotayo, recently posted this photo on his Instagram... Read More

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November 18, 2013

The eyes have it! Ladies, this is how to look on your wedding day… FLAWLESS! (See Photos)

by Akan Ido Well, guys, if you have a wife as beautiful as this you flaunt her. Peter ‘Psquare’ Okoye who got married to Lola Omotayo yesterday in Lekki, Lagos recently posted this picture of the beautiful bride on his Instagram page with the caption: “Isn’t she luvly and beautiful?” We won’t lie… she’s all... Read More

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November 17, 2013

It’s about to go down! Peter ‘Psquare’ Okoye hangs out with footballer, Emmanuel Adebayor before his traditional wedding (LOOK)

by Akan Ido Yes, it’s about to go down! Peter ‘Psquare’ Okoye who will be getting married to his son’s mother and logtime lover, Lola Omotayo recently posted this photo on his Instagram page lounging with international football star, Emmanuel Adebayo. Peter Okoye will any moment from now be making his relationship with Omotayo formal... Read More

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November 2, 2013

Harzadous waste: Residents of Lagos highbrow areas might be consuming their own faeces

by Adeola Balogun The popular saying, “The rich also cry” has been found to apply to many residents of popular highbrow areas in Lagos State. According to recent investigations conducted, the inhabitants of posh areas such as Lekki, Ikoyi and Victoria Island might be drinking up their own faeces. This conclusion was arrived at after... Read More

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October 26, 2013

Tinubu takes a break from politics to attend Broadway-styled ‘SARO The Musical’ (PHOTOS)

by Isi Esene Leader of the All Progressives Congress, Sen. Bola Ahmed Tinubu took a little break from politics to attend Saro The Musical, a Broadway style stage play produced by Bolanle Auten-Peters, the founder of Terra-Kulture, Victoria Island. Tinubu who returned to the country weeks ago after a successful surgery on a nagging knee in the... Read More

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October 9, 2013

Tragic news: 3 people severely burned as gas plant explodes in Lekki

by Oge Okonkwo A tanker exploded in the early hours of Tuesday, October 8 2013 at a gas plant in the Lekki area of Lagos, according to reports. According to reports, the fire outbreak was reportedly started by suspected vandals at about 5 a.m who were at the plant located around a residential estate at... Read More

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These roads in Lekki and Onitsha have a lot in common (PHOTOS)

Unilag graduate rapes sickle cell woman in Lekki

Tragic: Corpse reportedly found in canal at Lekki Phase I

Motorists flee as police, robbers duel on Lekki-Ikoyi bridge (WATCH)

Armed robbers, policemen exchange gunshots on Lekki-Ikoyi link bridge

Travel Bay opens shop with #KeepOnMoving photo exhibition at #SMWLagos [DETAILS]

YNaija Analysis: Yesterday’s postponement reminds us – we urgently need to restructure Nigeria

But why are there soldiers, armoured trucks on Lagos roads? (See Photos)

Dolapo Aina: Still celebrating the New Year without NEPA

Is 2face building third ‘Rumors’ nightclub on the Island?

Oritsefemi splashes N224 million on Lekki home and Range Rover Evoque (PHOTOS)

Security guard arraigned for stealing batteries from Etisalat mast

Accident at Lekki Toll Gate

Couple alert! What is going on between Katherine Edoho and Ruggedman? [DETAILS]

All you should know about the Lekki jogger who causes traffic with his security escort (PICTURED)

Tragic: Diesel truck falls, bursts into flames in Lekki, Lagos (See Photos)

Making a difference: Worship For Change 4.0 raises over N3 million for orphanages

Femi Aribisala: Why pastors don’t go to heaven (Part 3)

14 Studios down; 20 stores to go: House of Tara launches new luxury flagship retail store at the Centro Mall, Lekki

Opinion: The APC is a corruption soaked social party

‘I could not afford a mature woman for sex’ – Man says after raping 8-year-old girl in Lagos

Aww, sweet: Nollywood sweetheart, Genevieve Nnaji has a message for her fans (WATCH)

These are our top 5 celebrity love stories of 2013

So true, so false: Are Genevieve Nnaji & D’banj planning to get married?

It can’t get bigger than this: Peter & Lola Okoye hang out with Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote (LOOK)

The eyes have it! Ladies, this is how to look on your wedding day… FLAWLESS! (See Photos)

It’s about to go down! Peter ‘Psquare’ Okoye hangs out with footballer, Emmanuel Adebayor before his traditional wedding (LOOK)

Harzadous waste: Residents of Lagos highbrow areas might be consuming their own faeces

Tinubu takes a break from politics to attend Broadway-styled ‘SARO The Musical’ (PHOTOS)

Tragic news: 3 people severely burned as gas plant explodes in Lekki

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