Tag: New Year

BBNaija Titans won’t distract Nigerian youths from voting – Ebuka; FG declares public holidays for Christmas, New Year celebrations | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

BBNaija Titans won’t distract Nigerian youths from voting – EbukaWhy I didn’t perform in Ghana, Abidjan — WizkidIf office attacks continue, INEC says it may not recover in time for…

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[The Presidential Blog] This our relationship with China though

We have already talked about Nigeria's indebtedness to China and how we nay have been sold to the Chinese by our leaders here. The fact that the very reactionary media…

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Eketi Edima Ette: The believer’s code of conduct for 2017

by Eketi Edima Ette It's a trend I've been following for almost three months. Every Sunday without fail, there's someone calling out a pastor for something or the other. A…

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The Thread: How to achieve your goals in 2017

Whether we like to believe it or not, we carry with us our circumstances, our past into the new year. Rather than approach these as the baggage that hinders, we…

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The last set of celebrity death and new relationships | See our top 10 photos from the past week

Last week, there were at least 4 celebrity deaths worldwide. But it was also the last week of the year, so naturally, there was a lot of celebratory parties and…

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Pastor Adeboye predicts an end to Nigeria’s economic recession in 2017

by Azeez Adeniyi Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the general overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has predicted an upturn in Nigeria's fortunes in the new year. The respected…

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35 killed in Istanbul nightclub New Year attack

A "terror" attack on Istanbul, Capital city of Turkey on Sunday has left at least 35 people dead and 40 wounded. It was learnt that gunmen disguising as Santa stormed…

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The Thread: Here’s how we will roll in 2017

Everyone is excited about 2017 which will begin in the next few hours. @Eromoegbejule narrates how he will be cruising into the New Year. ;

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Ololade Ajekigbe: My top 5 lessons of 2016

  by Ololade Ajekigbe   Since last year I started to document and do a post on the lessons I have taken away from each year. It's a form of…

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‘We are suffering…’ | Atiku speaks on Nigeria’s economy

Former Vice President and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Atiku Abubakar says Nigerians are suffering and "have been dealt a cruel hand" in 2016 by the economy. Atiku, who…

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[The Legislative Blog]: Senator Dino Melaye shares insights for living in 2017 (WATCH)

Senator Dino Melaye, the prayer warrior. Senator Dino Melaye, the prophet. Senator Dino Melaye, the motivational speaker. Here's ALL you need to live through 2017 according to Senator Dino Melaye,…

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Arit Okpo: Four wishes [NEW VOICES]

by Arit Okpo   I had started writing another piece…finished it actually, and then I realised that this would be my last piece before the New Year. Following that realisation…

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[The Presidential Blog] Fresh fire predicted in the Presidency in 2017

Apostle Suleman of the Omega Fire Ministries has just concluded his Church's Fresh Fire revival where he made a number of prophecies ahead of the coming year. We cannot say we…

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Opinion: 5 things you must do before the new year to make it a great year

by Tolu Oluwaseyi-Daniel            SCORE YOURSELF: take stock of the outgoing year. How did you do? On a scale of 1-10, what would you get? Do…

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Pres. Buhari preaches unity in Christmas message (WATCH)

President Muhammadu Buhari has called for unity among all Nigerians. Buhari stated this in a holiday message, urging Nigerians to act as "one people", as we are all "brothers and…

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FG declares Dec. 26, 27, and Jan. 2, 2017 public holidays

The Federal Government on Wednesday declared December 26, 27, 2016 and January 2, 2017 as public holidays to celebrate the festive season and to usher in the new year. In…

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The time to shop is now: Get your early year fashion discounts at Jumia

by Jewel Stephen The New Year brings new beginnings, new opportunities, new happiness, and new hope! For those who know the tricks to the trade, the New Year also comes along…

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New Year, new hair! Chris Brown shows off his new mane & piercing

by Chinwe Okafor He already had a resolution for the year- to quit smoking cigarettes (note he specified which type, he's not making any promises on other forms of smoking)…

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10 pertinent things to consider while setting New Year resolutions

by Adedayo Ademuwagun A lot of people quit setting resolutions because they feel the stuff just doesn't work or they just can't make it work. But then, resolutions aren't impossible…

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Samuel Ufot Ekekere: Celebrate, take stock and plan for 2015

by Samuel Ufot Ekekere   I stopped over to have a chat with an acquaintance on Christmas day. He sat on a ramshackle seat in a thatched drinking hut, having…

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This is what ‘Change’ means – Buhari explains to Nigeria’s youth in 5 points

by James Sambo   The presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Muhammadu Buhari, has shared a New Year message, specifically, for Nigeria's youth. In the message, Buhari states what…

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Opinion: Nigeria – Government of cows, for cows & by cows

by Bayo Oluwasanmi Another manipulative method used by Mr. Jonathan to bribe the pastor is through emotional appeal. All too often, when a leader doesn’t have truth and logic on…

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Opinion: Spending my new year without NEPA

by Dolapo Aina People’s homes are following in the footsteps of corporate firms and government parastatals that have 2-3 generating sets. So much so that even NEPA offices now use…

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Lara Kudayisi-Emeralds: 6 love mistakes you shoyld avoid this Year

by Lara Kudayisi-Emeralds Last year you were younger and therefore wanted to play; this is a new year and you should start it off by thinking long and hard about committing…

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Is this the worst New Year resolution or what?!

by Oge Okonkwo A reader sent this in. We have no words.

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Dele Momodu: How history will record President Jonathan and his team

by Dele Momodu Why would any rational government official approve an allocation of a cow to the fiery preacher, Pastor Tunde Bakare, who would naturally not only return to sender…

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BUSTED: D’banj caught on camera feeling a dancer’s behind (LOOK)

by Akan Ido They don't call him the Kokomaster for nothing. D'banj, the Eja nla himself was yesterday caught on camera engaging in a touchy-feely thingy with a lady dancing…

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Bola Ahmed Tinubu has a message for you: “We want no further part of this”

by Bola Ahmed Tinubu Beginning this new year, the APC will show the people the vast difference between us and the PDP. Nigerians must enter the New Year determined to…

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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…

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Top 8 excuses people make for their unhappy lives

by Kathy Caprino No matter who you are and what your life experiences and history have been, you have something important to offer that others need and will pay you…

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