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Michelle Obama, Oprah Winfrey, and Tiger Woods lead the career honors after Serena Williams’ exit from the US Open.
Williams lost to Ajla Tomljanovic in the third round of the US Open; the 40-year-old is anticipated to retire from competitive tennis after 27 years of professional tennis, during which…
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Mo Abudu listed alongside Kamala Harris Oprah Winfrey, Rihanna in Forbes 100 Most Powerful Women
Nigeria media tycoon Mo Abudu has been listed by Forbes as the 98th most powerful woman in the world. Abudu was recognized by the globally renowned financial platform as a…
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Can Yvonne Orji’s upcoming comedy series ‘First Gen’ break out of Nigerian stereotypes?
Yvonne Orji isn't slowing down in pursuing personal projects. According to reports, the Insecure star is developing a comedy series titled First Gen, a show about her experience as a…
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FG announces dates for NABTEB, JSS3 and SS3 NECO examinations | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
The Federal Government has released a comprehensive schedule for the Senior Secondary School Certificate Examinations organised by the National Examination Council for SS3 pupils which will commence on October 5…
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Entertainment Roundup: Niyi Akinmolayan releases teaser of animation film, Frogeck; Buckwyld releases #PowerOf1 teaser | Other top stories
Here’s everything you missed in entertainment yesterday and others that unravelled while you slept – and are still buzzing today. The teaser for 'Power of 1' is here! The movie…
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The Late 5: Nigerian Senate to amend Constitution to allow for state, community police; Oprah Winfrey says running for president would kill her and other top stories
These are the stories that drove conversation today. The National Programme Coordinator of the Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT), Temitope Sinkaye, has disclosed to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that the Federal Government…
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The first step to empowering women and sexual minorities is educating them on their rights
If there is a single thread that keeps reoccurring when discussions of oppression and injustice against LGBT (Lesbians, Gays, Bisexuals and Transgenders) persons, sexual and gender minorities, it is the…
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The Thread: Are you afraid that time is against you? Take a cue from Oprah
Isn't it amazing how fast time flies? Wasn't it just yesterday we were greeting each other Happy New Year? That feeling of time getting away from you while you are…
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I will never run for public office – Oprah Winfrey
Popular talk show host, Oprah Winfrey has said she does not plan to run for public office. She said this in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter's "Awards Chatter" podcast…
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The Thread: How we know the Kardashians will not make heaven
We actually do not know for a fact that the Kardashians will not make heaven since we are not Angel Gabriel, Michael or whomever the gatekeepers at heaven are. But…
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Entertainment Roundup: Wizkid signs major record deal with RCA Records + watch him re-introduce himself in ‘Sweet Love’ | More stories
Here are the biggest entertainment stories from yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept - and are still buzzing today. Wizkid signs multi-album deal with RCA Records/ Sony International Starboy…
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Would this be the proper way to deal with horrible employers? (WATCH)
A few months ago, watching the media mogul (-ette, if you're still stuck with misogyny) and business woman, Oprah Winfrey share seminal moments of her life at the 2014 student-led interview of the…
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We understand Toke Makinwa’s advice but it’s wrong, wrong, wrong!
Come let us reason together! Why is Toke Makinwa trending on Twitter for a video she put up on her vlog in July? Why is TwitterNG bashing the woman for…
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The Media Blog: But let’s say the truth, The Marcy Project is a hot mess
We are very reluctant to use those words 'hot mess’. To be honest, it’s lazy. And it’s what critics do when they can’t be bothered to actually commit thought to…
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See the full list of winners at the 2015 Academy Awards
by Oluwapelumi Oyetimein Lupita Nyong'o The 87th Academy Awards, popularly known as the Oscars have finally come and gone. There were several moments which made the night one to remember,…
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The memes are out! Lady Gaga’s dishwashing gloves stirs social media – See the top 10 best
by Chinwe Okafor Oh this is as hilarious as it gets. Lady gaga wore a dishwashing glove to the 87th 2015 Oscars and the memes have started rolling out. This…
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Oprah Winfrey’s Lego Oscar, Neil Patrick Harris’ bulge & more… we bring you the highlights of the #Oscars2015
by Chinwe Okafor Be calm people, it is fake but maybe a tad amazing. Neil Patrick Harris, one of the host for the night, appeared on stage in only underwear…
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Oprah Winfrey, David Oyelowo, others march together to mark MLK Day (PHOTOS)
by Chinwe Okafor Today is Martin Lurther King Day and in commemoration, Oprah Winfrey and other stars from the movie Selma marched with hundreds on Sunday ahead of Martin Luther…
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World famous fashion designer, Oscar de la Renta dies at 82
by Damilola Jagun Iconic and world famous fashion designer Oscar de la Renta, who became renowned for his haute couture designs, has died at the age of 82. De la…
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WrestleMania: Dencia vs NAFDAC over Whitenicious
by Emmanuel Chidiogo The National Agency for Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has said that it has obtained an arrest warrant to bring into custody Cameroonian singer/beautician, Reprudencia Sonkey,…
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Sixty and Sexy: Oprah Winfrey stuns on cover of May 2014 issue of O magazine (See photos)
by Zara Mustapha Media mogul and philanthropist, Oprah Winfrey really is living her best life! Just months after the beloved TV titan celebrated her 60th birthday, she struck a sultry pose for…
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So true, so false: Kanye West refuses to invite Oprah to his wedding, see why
by Zara Mustapha Reports say Kanye West is not taking chances for the wedding to his baby mama and fiancee, Kim Kardashian and wants his wedding to be all…
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Why I chose NEVER to have kids – Oprah Winfrey reveals
by Oge Okonkwo Sacrifices come in different forms and media mogul, Oprah Winfrey who undeniably has a super-successful career chose not to have children as a personal sacrifice. In a…
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#NelsonMandela: Beverly Osu, Derenle Edun, others pay last respect to Madiba in Soweto (See Photos)
by Oke Efagene Former Big Brother Africa (BBA) contestant and model, Beverly Osu and media personality, Derenle Edun, showed up in South Africa to pay their last respect to late…
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Emeka Anyaoku: A tribute to the Mandela I knew
by Emeka Anyaoku In Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela, South Africa finally found the man who gave the lead to the people of South Africa in all their “human varieties” to resolve…
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#NelsonMandela: Footballers, Drogba and Eboue penalized for paying tribute to late icon
by Adeola Balogun Following the death of late South African anti-apartheid icon, Nelson Mandela, millions of supporters paid tribute in any way they could. This included former Chelsea striker, Didier…
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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…
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Queen Elizabeth will be absent at Mandela’s funeral, 140 heads of state to attend
The Queen will not attend Nelson Mandela's funeral after being advised to scale back on long haul travel, it has been reported. Instead Prince Charles will represent the British monarchy…
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Opinion: Nelson Mandela – Only the deep can call the deep
by Adeolu Ademoyo Yes, it is good that you declared three-day mourning period for Mandela in Nigeria. Will it not be a good way to honor Mandela’s memory if the…
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Obama honours Bill Clinton, Oprah Winfrey, others with Presidential Medal of Freedom (PHOTOS)
President Obama awards the Presidential Medal of Freedom to former U.S. President Bill Clinton in the East Room at the White House. It was a chance to pay tribute to…
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