3 Nigerians injured in Saudi Arabia crane accident

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria has confirmed that three Nigerian pilgrims sustained minor injuries in the crane crash at Mecca’s Grand Mosque in Saudi Arabia. Chairman of the commission, Abdullahi Mukhtar, who disclosed this at a news conference in Abuja, said the victims were responding to treatment. Mukhtar, however, failed to disclose the names the victims,... Read More

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accident, hajj, Nigerian, saudi arabia

August 22, 2015

“God is a Nigerian” | 5 things OBJ said to student leaders yesterday

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, hosted officials of the National Association of Nigerians Students and student union leaders from various institutions on Friday, August 21. Obasanjo spoke on a wide range of issues, from President Buhari’s administration to the last general elections. Below are 5 quotes from what Obasano said to the student leaders; 1.... Read More

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August 13, 2015

Come and confess, your sins can be forgiven | Corrupt Nigerians have been alerted

Come forth, treasury thieves, confess your sins and if possible, they can be forgiven after a deal must have been reached. This is what the Chairman of the Presidential Advisory Committee against Corruption, Professor Itse Sagay, appears to be telling the looters and embezzlers of the Nigerian treasury. While speaking with Vanguard, Sagay said: “Any person,... Read More

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August 4, 2015

2face Idibia reveals his favorite Nigerian artist and the name might shock you

Ever wondered who the legendary 2face Idibia fancies the most in the industry? Well Innocent Ujah Idibia popularly known as 2face Idibia has revealed his favourite artiste in Nigeria’s music industry. The pop star took to his Twitter handle to announce that: “Wande Coal is my best Nigerian artist right now. That boy good... Read More

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July 28, 2015

Nigerian toddler avoids being crushed to death by moving vehicle (PHOTO)

5-year-old Omobolade Ogundare, was hit by a car on Bennett Street in Gorton and dragged along the street for a few kilometers on Saturday. He survived being crushed after two men stopped the car and managed to lift the vehicle off him. Omobolade known as Baba to his family was walking to the park with... Read More

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July 23, 2015

How 6 Nigerian women were rescued from sex trafficking in Burkina Faso

Six Nigerian women have been rescued from the shackles of a pimp called Balikis, who tricked them into thinking they had greener pastures in Burkina Faso only to find out she allegedly shipped them out for prostitution. The Comptroller of the Nigeria Immigration Service, Oyo State Command, Innocent Akatu, while reuniting the girls with their... Read More

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July 20, 2015

Nigerian-born Emmanuel Fagbenle is Gambia’s new Chief Justice

This is proof that the grass is indeed greener on the other side. Nigerian-born judge, Honorable Justice Emmanuel O. Fagbenle, is Gambia’s new Chief Justice. Fagbenle once served as the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) and as the president of the Gambia Court of Appeal.

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July 6, 2015

“Gay marriage is satanic” | Nigerian Bishop has a message for the United States

The fact that the U.S government legalized same sex marriage across its federation will be in the news for a while and a lot of people are going to have a lot to say about it. People like the Bishop of Minna Diocese, Rt. Revd. Daniel Yisa, has come out openly to condemn the Supreme Court’s ruling... Read More

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.US, bishop, Gay marriage, Nigerian, satanic

June 15, 2015

Covenant University graduate invents NEPA-less Iron

When we hear things like this, it makes one want to identify with your root, country apart from the general things we hear that makes us feel we have been let down. Innovations born out of the failure the country has created like this always want one to be proud of the country where one... Read More

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May 26, 2015

Nigerian man gets 5 years jail sentence for raping Norwegian tourist

by Chinwe Okafor 26-year-old Ekwegbalu Ugochukwu Udok, has been sentenced to 5 years in jail by a Municipal court in Cambodia for beating and raping Norwegian 27-year-old tourist, Nodia Ebert, in December 2014. According to the presiding judge, on the day of the incident, the young lady had just stepped out of a night club... Read More

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May 17, 2015

Meet the Nigerian Obama hosted in Washington

by Chinwe Okafor United States President, Barack Obama, has honoured a Nigerian, Adepeju Jaiyeoba at a Global Entrepreneurship event in Washington DC. The White House, in a statement on its official website, noted that the emerging entrepreneurs from across the US and around the world were brought together to create innovative solutions to some of... Read More

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May 2, 2015

Lauryn Hill sings an apology to Nigerians for missing May Day concert (WATCH)

by Chinwe Okafor For missing the May Day Live concert in Lagos, Lauryn Hill has recorded an apologetic rendition of one of her songs. In the video, which is dedicated to Nigerians, the American singer performed ‘That Thing’.

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April 28, 2015

How Nigerian lad was gruesomely murdered in London

by Chinwe Okafor A 20-year-old Nigerian young man, Ola Raji, has been murdered in the United Kingdom. Raji was stabbed to death last week Tuesday while cycling through an estate in Peckham, near a community centre founded in memory of murdered schoolboy, Damilola Taylor. According to reports, Ola was shot three times and stabbed by... Read More

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April 8, 2015

It’s deeper than you think – Read what Osun APC is saying to Igbos about Oba Akiolu

by Kolapo Olapoju At a time when conversation is at its peak and tribal tensions at a fever-pitch over the threats uttered by the Oba of Lagos against the Igbos; a period when everyone seems to be going ballistic about the ‘perish in the lagoon’ threat,- APC is saying that, you’re all overreacting. The Osun state chapter... Read More

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April 6, 2015

This is the Nigerian whiz-kid who got accepted into 8 Ivy League universities (PHOTOS)

by Chinwe Okafor Now, this is the real whiz-kid (pun intended) of Nigeria. His name is Harold Ekeh and he’s gotten accepted into 8 Ivy League universities and he’s only 17. But he just may have a soft spot for Yale, going by what he told CNNMoney, “I am leaning toward Yale. I competed at... Read More

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March 7, 2015

Nigerian billionaire’s son donates kidney to a dying lady – guess who

by Chinwe Okafor Israeli media is awash with the touching tale of how the son of a Nigerian billionaire braved all odds against him to donate his kidney to a dying lady he had never met. The Jerusalem Post in an article titled, ‘The Human Spirit: Love, Give, Live’, reported that the story of Smith Jadesimi, son... Read More

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February 18, 2015

YNaija Editorial: The politicization of the Nigerian army is now complete

Over the years, Nigeria’s military built a fearsome reputation. This reputation was not earned solely by the large expanse of land it controlled or its demographic strength, rather it combined these factors with its military might which had been proven within and outside the shores of the country. From its engagement in the Belgian Congo... Read More

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February 7, 2015

INEC pushes back / We have not (yet) postponed elections

by Kolapo Olapoju Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has reacted to the report by Associated Press (AP), saying the general election has been postponed. AP had reported that an official of the commission disclosed that the polls had been pushed forward. However, INEC, through its Twitter page, maintained that it had not yet made any... Read More

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February 5, 2015

Vote the Naija love party this Valentine [DETAILS]

by Jewel Stephen You can now finally join a party that allows you express your love this Valentine regardless of the elections. It is your constitutional right to love and be loved so exercise it! Introducing, the Naija Love Party (NLP). The NLP is one that that promises to shower you with love and gifts.... Read More

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February 1, 2015

The UK Guardian takes down Chimamanda Adichie depression story – explains why

by Isi Esene The UK Guardian has removed a story published earlier today purportedly written by renowned author and novelist, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. The article chronicled Adichie’s battle with depression and the brave steps she has taken to tackle the illness. The story is an inspiration to many around the world who are faced with... Read More

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January 26, 2015

They say Aisha Buhari is not a Nigerian – how true is this?

by James Sambo In certain quarters, speculation is rife that the wife of Muhammadu Buhari, presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Hajia Aisha Buhari, is not a Nigerian. Mrs Buhari has therefore addressed the rumours saying that she is a Nigerian, and even if she wasn’t, it was unimportant in the scheme of things.... Read More

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January 25, 2015

Amber Rose & Blac Chyna set to headline D’banj’s anniversary event

by Chinwe Okafor Admist rumours of debt and being broke, D’banj is set to host an event next week and he would be featuring two of the sexiest women in the world as headliners for the event. The women will be in Nigeria next weekend January 31st for D’banj’s 10th anniversary event happening at the... Read More

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January 14, 2015

“They bankrupt them and break their hearts: Yahoo boy, Bidemi Bakare busted in Malaysia (WATCH)

by Temitope Onitiju A Nigerian internet con man, Bidemi Bakare, has been arrested in Malaysia. Bakare, who has for some time, been in the business of internet-scamming, was set up by local police and investigators. Watch video below: Post by Olajide Adegbola Rainy Wilson.

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January 8, 2015

Brand expert, Kenny Brandmuse comes out as gay – Read his inspiring story

by Kolapo Olapoju Kenny Brandmuse probably gets a kick from shocking Nigerians. First he reveals that he is HIV positive, then he does the unexpected by coming out as being homosexually inclined… knowing that this may earn him 14 years in jail. The Orange Academy founder posted on his Facebook page on Thursday, January 8, a... Read More

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January 8, 2015

Opinion: Agbaje, Ambode and the vision of a ransomed Lagos

by Dehinde Chord Agbaje could not be linked with any terrorist tendencies, either in actual deployment of NURTW thugs or verbal intimidation along the lines of rigging, roasting, arming and charming the ballot process. Why is there a conflict in Ambode’s form fillings? Why is simple truth so complicated? Is he from Ilaje in Ondo state?... Read More

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December 18, 2014

@Toksero: Why Nigeria militant leaders should be closely monitored (Y! FrontPage)

by Toks Ero A responsible government cannot allow such people to thrive except they are in collusion with them to deprive Nigerians of their common wealth. British philosopher – Thomas Hobbes hypothesized about an imaginary state of nature where life is solitary, poor, nasty, brutish and short; a world or society where the philosophy of... Read More

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December 11, 2014

@adunnibaby: Are Nigerian politicians really crazy?

by Abimbola Adelakun The Nigerian Medical Association, recently, joined the throng of those who call for psychiatric evaluation for would-be occupiers of political office. The communiqué released after the body’s National Executive Committee meeting wants the Independent National Electoral Commission to engage psychiatrists who will supervise such tests. I know if I were given pre-austerity... Read More

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October 25, 2014

Sexy lady: Asa gets a boob job in new portrait (LOOK)

by Kolapo Olapoju A fan of Nigerian International singer, Asa, has painted an amazing portrait of the France-based artiste. The painter, @TheLastArtxtect, posted on Twitter, the photo-image of the portrait, which gives Asa a ‘Janelle Monae inspired look, and a sharp afro to complete it. Asa responded saying she loved the painting, while also... Read More

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October 14, 2014

Juju trial: Jury out in the case of couple accused of sex trafficiking

by Chidi Okoye In the ongoing trial of the couple accused of trafficking a Nigerian woman into the UK for sex trade., the jury has gone out for final deliberations. The jury is considering verdicts in the case against 24-year-old Lizzy Idahosa, and 41-year-old Jackson Omoruyi, at Cardiff Crown Court. Idahosa is facing a seven... Read More

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October 6, 2014

@Hardrockyng: Nigerian police are not paid to die!

by Kolapo Olapoju The Nigerian policeman; the scruffy officer in weathered, formerly black uniforms. The men and women whose task is to protect and serve but turnaround to exploit and scare. The wide-eyed, hungry looking semi-literate officers. The gun toting recipients of uncountable 50 naira notes. The Police, who used to be ‘our friend’, but... Read More

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3 Nigerians injured in Saudi Arabia crane accident

“God is a Nigerian” | 5 things OBJ said to student leaders yesterday

Come and confess, your sins can be forgiven | Corrupt Nigerians have been alerted

2face Idibia reveals his favorite Nigerian artist and the name might shock you

Nigerian toddler avoids being crushed to death by moving vehicle (PHOTO)

How 6 Nigerian women were rescued from sex trafficking in Burkina Faso

Nigerian-born Emmanuel Fagbenle is Gambia’s new Chief Justice

“Gay marriage is satanic” | Nigerian Bishop has a message for the United States

Covenant University graduate invents NEPA-less Iron

Nigerian man gets 5 years jail sentence for raping Norwegian tourist

Meet the Nigerian Obama hosted in Washington

Lauryn Hill sings an apology to Nigerians for missing May Day concert (WATCH)

How Nigerian lad was gruesomely murdered in London

It’s deeper than you think – Read what Osun APC is saying to Igbos about Oba Akiolu

This is the Nigerian whiz-kid who got accepted into 8 Ivy League universities (PHOTOS)

Nigerian billionaire’s son donates kidney to a dying lady – guess who

YNaija Editorial: The politicization of the Nigerian army is now complete

INEC pushes back / We have not (yet) postponed elections

Vote the Naija love party this Valentine [DETAILS]

The UK Guardian takes down Chimamanda Adichie depression story – explains why

They say Aisha Buhari is not a Nigerian – how true is this?

Amber Rose & Blac Chyna set to headline D’banj’s anniversary event

“They bankrupt them and break their hearts: Yahoo boy, Bidemi Bakare busted in Malaysia (WATCH)

Brand expert, Kenny Brandmuse comes out as gay – Read his inspiring story

Opinion: Agbaje, Ambode and the vision of a ransomed Lagos

@Toksero: Why Nigeria militant leaders should be closely monitored (Y! FrontPage)

@adunnibaby: Are Nigerian politicians really crazy?

Sexy lady: Asa gets a boob job in new portrait (LOOK)

Juju trial: Jury out in the case of couple accused of sex trafficiking

@Hardrockyng: Nigerian police are not paid to die!

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