The Media Blog: This is where we say ‘Linda Ikeji STUNS’ on the cover of…

You know when it comes to photo stories in every blog these days – celebrities either ‘stun’, ‘sizzle’ or ‘storm’. Well pick your choose with this Linda Ikeji cover on TW magazine. She looks good, she looks different and it expertly wraps up a day she completely owned – from her viral video, to her... Read More

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September 19, 2016

The Media Blog: The Huffington Post is coming to “sub-saharan Africa”

Someone should warn them that people in Sub-Saharan Africa don’t like to be called by that name – especially when ‘big men’ visit their countries. But that’s how The Huffington Post is announcing its first foray into the region. It has now partnered with South Africa media company Media24 (print media arm of South African... Read More

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September 18, 2016

Opinion: Boko Haram’s new video shows the end of the sect

by Usama Dandare A video footage allegedly from Boko Haram fighters was uploaded on YouTube ere yesterday in which suspected Boko Haram terrorists threatened fire and brimstone against the Nigerian states, and jokingly threatened to abduct President Muhammadu Buhari in what looks likes a new comedy series. Boko Haram are known for their explosives videos... Read More

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September 15, 2016

#30Days30Voices: ‘Who isn’t affected by this economy?’

It is no more news that Nigeria’s economy is tanking and that daily businesses are closing down due to the difficulty in operating in Nigeria’s present economic situation. The soaring cost of living has also reached into the different spheres of Nigeria. On this episode of #30Days30Voices, we spoke with a citizen, who coincidentally is a... Read More

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#30days30voices, citizen, economy, nigeria, Teachers, Video

September 15, 2016

The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today

These are the top five news stories to monitor today 1. Stop the blame game: Bishop tells Buhari The Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Bishop Matthew Kukah, has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to stop blaming the past administration for the present problems. 2. Wike to Oshiomhole: Stop telling lies Rivers state governor Nyesom Wike has... Read More

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September 15, 2016

Military dismisses Boko Haram video, says it’s a ‘complete joke’

The Military on Wednesday dismissed a new video released by terrorist group Boko Haram, showing thousands of its members at three different locations during the Sallah celebration, The Nation reports. The Acting Director, Defence Information, Brigadier General Rabe Abubakar, said the video was a “cut and paste” version of a video used by the terrorist group in... Read More

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September 15, 2016

Pastor cuts-off Donald Trump during anti-Clinton remarks (WATCH)

A pastor in Flint cut off Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump during a speech when he attempted to veer off course by attacking Democratic candidate Senator Hillary Clinton. Trump who was speaking at the historically black church on Wednesday afternoon was cut off mid-sentence by the pastor who reminded him that he had not been... Read More

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September 6, 2016

How trigger-happy policeman killed motorcyclist in Ondo over N50 bribe (WATCH)

An unidentified trigger-happy policeman killed a commercial motorcyclist on the Benin-Ore expressway over a fifty naira bribe, according to Sahara Reporters. In the 100-seconds video made available by the online medium, the dead motorcyclist could be seen lying dead on the floor while no policeman could be seen on site. Reports say that the body of the... Read More

The News Blog

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September 3, 2016

Petrol tanker, several vehicles on fire along Abuja-Kaduna expressway (WATCH)

A petrol tanker and several vehicles are currently on fire along the Abuja-Kaduna expressway. In a video shared by @Securityalertng on Twitter the location of the fire is 56 kilometres to Kaduna. See video below: Abuja:Kaduna:Petrol Tanker+several vehicles on fire 56km to Kad. @jag_bros @belhavenng @NTANewsNow @trafficbutter pic.twitter.com/IfNhkuU1uL — SecurityalertNG (@SecurityalertNg) September 3, 2016

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September 2, 2016

Air Force bombs Boko Haram camp in BDA mission (WATCH)

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says it has bombed a Boko Haram camp at Tumbun Rego, Borno state. In a statement released by the Air force spokesperson Group Captain Ayodele Famuyiwa, the force said terrorists in the camp were receiving treatment from the air strike of August 20. The statement reads, “The Nigerian Air Force... Read More

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August 31, 2016

Watch how Army destroyed new Boko Haram camp

The Defence Headquarters, DHQ has released the video of how members of the Nigerian Air Force destroyed a new Boko Haram camp. In the 73 seconds video released via the DHQs Twitter account, @DefenceInfoNG, the Nigerian air force dropped bombs on specific targets in a well coordinated attack. The camp was located between Malam Fatori and... Read More

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August 29, 2016

#30Days30Voices: Nigerian speaks about the electricity situation in his neighbourhood (WATCH)

Upon President Buhari’s inauguration in May, some heaped praises on the government as there seemed to be an improvement in the electricity sector. However, few months down the line, some have expressed displeasure in this area. On this episode of #30days30Voices, we asked a citizen about the electricity situation in his neighbourhood. Here is what... Read More

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August 26, 2016

The Media Blog: How 6-year-old Emmanuella is the only Nigerian CRUSHING it on YouTube

The first video that opens up when I search for Emmanuella – the 6 year old comedy sensation who has grown from YouTube videos shot in the Niger Delta to the stages of major comedy fiestas in Lagos – is Episode 71 of her running web series. It has 2,571,789 views. And it’s not the... Read More

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August 24, 2016

How the Air Force ‘fatally wounded Abubakar Shekau’ (WATCH)

The Nigerian Air Force has made public the video of how it carried out the air strike that killed about 300 Boko Haram insurgents, as well as inflicting a fatal injuring to the sect’s leader Abubakar Shekau.

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August 24, 2016

2Baba inspires us with ‘Oya come make we go’ video ft. Sauti Sol (WATCH)

Music icon 2Baba has dropped the video for his highly rated pan-African single Oya Come Make We Go which features Kenyan superstar pop group, Sauti Sol. The highly entertaining video was shot in Kenya on several locations including the exotic Lake Magadi in the Great Rift Valley, Nairobi Kenya by ace director, Unlimited L.A. The... Read More

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August 17, 2016

‘My messages are not for everybody’ – Adeboye

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, RCCG, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has said his messages are not for everybody. There was controversy on social media a few weeks ago when a sermon of Pastor Adeboye discussing issues on marriage went viral. In the video, Pastor Adeboye is seen telling the men not to marry... Read More

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August 15, 2016

Morning Devotion: Why did the Army declare Ahmad Salkida wanted?

Following the release of the latest Boko Haram video showing the Chibok Girls, the Nigerian Army has declared a journalist, Ahmad Salkida, wanted. Why? Take a listen.

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August 8, 2016

Boko Haram: Shekau appears in new video, vows to fight on

Erstwhile leader of extremist group, Boko Haram, Abubakar Shekau has appeared in a new video where he vowed to continue his fight against Nigeria and the world. Shekau had reappeared again in an audio message last week, after Islamic State Group, ISIS, name Abu Musab Al-Barnawi as the group’s leader. Shekau called Al-Barnawi an infidel... Read More

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July 26, 2016

We explored the evolution of #Yabacon in this 2-minute video

In less than five years, Yaba, a Lagos suburb has evolved to become one of the leading technology clusters in Africa, and home to a majority of Nigeria’s prominent tech companies. The growth of the area was mostly through citizen led activities. In this two-minute video, YNaija explored the tech cluster in Yaba and we learnt... Read More

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July 10, 2016

How Obanikoro transferred N1.2bn cash to Fayose through airport

A recent finding has shown that former Minister of state for defence, Musiliu Obanikoro allegedly transferred N1, 299, 490 billion to Ekiti state Governor, Ayodele Fayose, through an associate Abiodun Agbele. According to The Nation, the money was loaded into a chartered aircraft, HS125-800 5N-BMT, belonging to Gyro Air Limited. The monies were allegedly sent to the Governor in... Read More

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June 24, 2016

Entertainment Roundup: Linda Ikeji shuts down tax evasion reports | African celebs gear up for BET Awards

Here are the top stories from yesterday and some stories that unraveled while you slept – and are now buzzing this morning. Yemi Alade, Wizkid, AKA, others in the US for BET Awards (PHOTOS). YBNL princess, Temmie Ovwasa debuts first music video (WATCH). Wizkid ‘might perform with Drake’ at the BET awards. ‘The Banana Island... Read More

June 23, 2016

YBNL princess, Temmie Ovwasa debuts first music video (WATCH)

YBNL Princess, Temmie Ovswasa has released the video to her debut single Jabole. The very creative video was crafted by Unlimited L A. Watch and be dazzled.

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June 20, 2016

‘Something Good is Happening’ in Brymo’s life (WATCH)

Brymo takes us on a tour of the commercial nerve of Nigeria, Lagos through the eyes of the common man in the video for his single – Something Good is Happening – off his fifth studio album – Klitoris. This video is definitely something good to watch in these perilous times. Watch.

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June 15, 2016

No one has covered Fela’s ‘Lady’ as good as the amazing Falana (WATCH)

Nigerian singer, Falana has released her first official video off her Uncover’d series which is a cover to Fela Kuti’s Lady. The Falana Uncover’d live performance will see the artiste cover 3 classics introducing new styles and set design that will show you a different artistic side of Falana. “I have an obsession with rearranging... Read More

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June 10, 2016

Psquare’s Paul Okoye finds joy in music video directing (WATCH)

After much constructive criticism, Rude Boy records CEO, Paul Okoye has opted for experience and guidance, partnering with Clarence Peters to shoot a video for his new artiste, Lucy. The other half of Psquare told HIP TV at the shoot of the video, that he would like to nurture his new found hobby. In essence, he... Read More

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June 3, 2016

Olamide goes the Fela route on new single ‘Konkobility’ (LISTEN)

Days after dropping the video to the remix of Who You Epp featuring Wande Coal and Phyno, Olamide comes through with a new song titled Konkobility. The Fela-inspired track is produced by Young John. Another hit in the offing? Well take a listen and tell us. http://www.naijajointz.co/mp3/Files/Olamide_-_Konkobility-Naijajointz.com.mp3

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May 30, 2016

Pro-Biafra protesters spotted in Hong Kong (VIDEO)

A day after Nigerians celebrated the 2016 Democracy Day, pro-Biafran agitators took to the streets of Hong Kong, Southeastern China, to protest for a sovereign state of Biafra. The protesters chanted songs in Igbo while waving Biafra flags and carrying placards. Watch video: Not everyday you run into Biafra protest march in Hong Kong. pic.twitter.com/xrVbjHzRHY... Read More

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May 25, 2016

Police arrest five men over ‘Enugu massacre’

The Nigeria Police Force, on Wednesday, announced that it has successfully arrested five persons believed to be involved in the midnight attack on Nimbo community in Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State on April 25. According to the Police force spokesperson, Bisi Kolawole, officials of the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) using credible intelligence had... Read More

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May 24, 2016

Adele In Dolce & Gabbana In ‘Send My Love (To Your New Lover)’ Video

Yes, Adele’s new video for ‘Send My Love (To Your New Lover)’ is amazing. The song is great, and Adele is striking — but then, of course, there’s that dress! In the ‘Send My Love (To Your New Lover)’ video, which debuted worldwide during the live broadcast of the 2016 Billboard Music Awards on Sunday, May 22,... Read More

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May 24, 2016

Governor Fayose incites hunters in Ekiti to fight herdsmen

Governor Ayodele Fayose of Ekiti state, on Monday, banned Fulani herdsmen from operating within the state. The Governor also incited hunters in the state to curb the herdsmen attack in whatever means possible. This follows the recent attacking of a community in the state. Watch video below https://youtu.be/s5KdwFJt9EE

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The Media Blog: This is where we say ‘Linda Ikeji STUNS’ on the cover of…

The Media Blog: The Huffington Post is coming to “sub-saharan Africa”

Opinion: Boko Haram’s new video shows the end of the sect

#30Days30Voices: ‘Who isn’t affected by this economy?’

The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today

Military dismisses Boko Haram video, says it’s a ‘complete joke’

Pastor cuts-off Donald Trump during anti-Clinton remarks (WATCH)

How trigger-happy policeman killed motorcyclist in Ondo over N50 bribe (WATCH)

Petrol tanker, several vehicles on fire along Abuja-Kaduna expressway (WATCH)

Air Force bombs Boko Haram camp in BDA mission (WATCH)

Watch how Army destroyed new Boko Haram camp

#30Days30Voices: Nigerian speaks about the electricity situation in his neighbourhood (WATCH)

The Media Blog: How 6-year-old Emmanuella is the only Nigerian CRUSHING it on YouTube

How the Air Force ‘fatally wounded Abubakar Shekau’ (WATCH)

2Baba inspires us with ‘Oya come make we go’ video ft. Sauti Sol (WATCH)

‘My messages are not for everybody’ – Adeboye

Morning Devotion: Why did the Army declare Ahmad Salkida wanted?

Boko Haram: Shekau appears in new video, vows to fight on

We explored the evolution of #Yabacon in this 2-minute video

How Obanikoro transferred N1.2bn cash to Fayose through airport

Entertainment Roundup: Linda Ikeji shuts down tax evasion reports | African celebs gear up for BET Awards

YBNL princess, Temmie Ovwasa debuts first music video (WATCH)

‘Something Good is Happening’ in Brymo’s life (WATCH)

No one has covered Fela’s ‘Lady’ as good as the amazing Falana (WATCH)

Psquare’s Paul Okoye finds joy in music video directing (WATCH)

Olamide goes the Fela route on new single ‘Konkobility’ (LISTEN)

Pro-Biafra protesters spotted in Hong Kong (VIDEO)

Police arrest five men over ‘Enugu massacre’

Adele In Dolce & Gabbana In ‘Send My Love (To Your New Lover)’ Video

Governor Fayose incites hunters in Ekiti to fight herdsmen

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