Governor Ambode is a Chartered Accountant but frivolous with Lagos funds

The letters (attached below) were written in April and May this year. Its contents which were leaked online a few days ago has divided social media commentators across political lines. On the 14th of April, Governor Akinwunmi Ambode sent a “letter of commendation and support for club projects and activities” to Mr. Laoye Ade, the... Read More

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ambode, lagos, Polo

December 1, 2016

Where is former House Speaker Dimeji Bankole?

Dimeji Sabur Bankole, the star boy of 2007. Ceremoniously taking over from Patricia Etteh as the 9th Speaker of the House of Representatives in November 2007. He was and he remains the youngest to have achieved this feat at only 37 years. #NotTooYoungToRun Before then, he’d already been a member of the House of Representatives... Read More

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August 3, 2016

Kelechi Iheanacho, Ahmed Musa, Uneku Atawodi… See the #YNaijaPowerList for Sports

The annual #YNaijaPowerList enters its fifth year and we bring you the most influential young Nigerians in sports, under 40 who are doing it for themselves, and for the nation. From a track queen on her way to legendary status, to a fast rising footballer at her prime, to representatives of our footballing future, these... Read More

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February 22, 2014

So true, so false: Has Genevieve Nnaji signed a N70 million deal with Polo?

by Tutu Akinlabi Genevieve Nnaji has definitely paid her dues so it’s no wonder she’s raking in the big bucks and smiling to the bank. The actress has signed endorsement deals with brands like Lux, MUD cosmetics, Range Rover, and only recently, telecommunications company, Etisalat. News on the grapevine now has it that she has... Read More

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December 20, 2011