New Deji of Akure Installed

The Ondo State capital, Akure was literally gloomy on Wednesday 8th July, 2015, as the new traditional ruler of the town, the Deji of Akureland, Oba Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi ascended the throne as the 48th King (Deji of Akure). He succeeded Oba Adebiyi Adesida who joined his ancestors barely three years ago. The installation went through a month traditional rites.

All shops in the metropolis were shut throughout yesterday in honour of the new King. The State Government presented the instrument of appointment and staff of office to him on 8th June, 2015 after all the kingmakers unanimously selected him; a move said to be unprecedented in the 120 years of the ancient town.

UI Premier Varsities in Nigeria, 8th in Africa

The University of Ibadan (UI) has been ranked best in Nigeria and eighth in Africa in the 2015 rating of 1,447 African universities and higher institutions, using research publications and citations from 2010 to 2014, as well as visibility on the Internet.

According to the ranking, South African institutions dominate the top 10, with the University of Cape Town leading with total influence factor (TIF) of 45.02, followed by Cairo University (43.43) and the University of Pretoria (43.35).

Taye Taiwo and His Family in Picture

The Marseille star Taye Taiwo and his beautiful wife in photo spree with their 2 kids.

Governor Raji Fashola Hands Over Lagos to Ambode

 The outgoing Lagos Governor Raji Fashola presented his handover notes to the incoming governor Akinwunmi Ambode on 28th May, 2015 at the State House Marina.

Handover Ceremony and Tour of Aso Villa

Pres. Jonathan this morning officially handed over the comprehensive report of his tour of duty to President-elect Buhari at the State House in Abuja today, May 28th during his facility tour of Aso Villa. Outgoing ministers were present at the ceremony. Presidential publicity adviser Reuben Abati shares photos from the ceremony and tour of Aso Villa. 

While receiving the handover notes from the out-going President Goodluck Jonathan this morning, President-elect, Buhari said, for stabilizing Nigeria's democracy, President Jonathan had earned a place in Nigeria's history.

The Falcon Crest, Asisat Oshoala, Wins BBC World Women’s Footballer of the Year

The incumbent African Women’s Footballer of the year, Asisat Oshoala, has come over it again to be the maiden BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year award.

Following a poll held online, as well as via mobile phone and handheld devices, Reds star Oshoala received the most votes to become the winner.

Liverpool Ladies star Asisat Oshoala has been named as the BBC Women's Footballer of the Year for 2015.

Mother Thrashed 13-Year-Old Daughter for Posing as a Freaky’ Adult on FB

Her Facebook page stated that she’s 19 years old while she’s 13. She is “a freak” and had her images in lacy underwear. That is, until the thirteen-year-old’s mother, Val Starks, found out about the false identity and relation on FB.

A Denver mother's video on Facebook is going viral after she shamed her 13-year-old daughter for posting racy pictures and saying she was 19 years old.

"You're 13," the mother, Valerie Starks, says to the girl. "So why does your Facebook page say that your 19? Are you 19?"

The girl, whose face has been blurred in the video, says, "No."

Egypt Experiences Strange Heat wave

Meteorologists have warned of a rise in temperature across Egypt throughout the week. The high temperature of 10 – 12 degrees Celsius is expected in places like Greater Cairo and Upper Egypt.

8 Years Celebration: MTN Ambassador, Iyanya

In commemoration of 8 years with MTN as ambassador – from audition to super star, Iyanya had a gratitude visit to the MTN Nigeria head office on Thursday 21^st May, 2015, to celebrate with the staff.

Nollywood Actress Kehinde Bankole Wears New Look (photos)

Nollywood actress and former model, Kehinde Bankole released new beautiful promo pix. She really wears new look…

Nigeria’s Ufot 24, Emerges Best Engineering Student in Tokai University, Japan

24-year-old Nigerian student, Ufot Ekong, emerged the best all round graduating students at Tokai University, Tokyo, Japan. Ufot studied Robotics and Electrical Engineering and graduated with First Class Honours.

The last time a Nigerian graduated with a similar Grade Points Average (GPA) was 50 years ago. He won the best engineering student award in the Faculty of Engineering at the undergraduate category, as well as the university president’s prestigious award for the best all-round student.

Tiwa Savage's Baby Shower on Yacht

It’s fun moment with Celebrity, Tiwa Savage’ baby shower on billionaire Femi Otedola's yacht on Sunday, 17th May, 2015. Celebrities, notable stars and close friends of the Nigerian superstar Tiwa Savage celebrated the mom-to-be with a baby shower in Lagos. The “Kele Kele Love” thriller looked chic in a white dress and a sailor kits.

Tiwa Savage’s friend, Elohor Aisien of Prive Luxury Events organised the fun moment. Elohor confirmed via Instagram. “Tiwa is expecting a boy, with this caption, “Fun day with @officialtiwasavage #17years Happy for you mama, can’t wait to see my Prince.”

Photos From Lagos Carnival 2015

The 2015 Lagos Carnival holds for the sixth consecutive year on 9 May, 2015. Glamour, colourful and marvelous displays culminated the streets of Lagos with crowd of Lagosians and foreign tourists around the world trooped to every corner of Lagos. Each queue of the carnival flaunts and exhibits different unique attires and clannish folklores.

Aliko Dangote Means to Buy Arsenal FC

Despite the first strive of the Africa’s richest man to acquire a stake in the Arsenal Football Club in 2010 was rebuffed by the owners, the philanthropist said he’s still working towards buying the club.

While on a journey from Addis Ababa to Lagos on Friday 1^st May, 2015, Dangote told Bloomberg and expressed hope that his new strategy would enable him buy the north London club at a price the owners won’t want to resist. “I still hope, one day at the right price, that I’ll buy the team. I might buy it, not at a ridiculous price but a price that the owners won’t want to resist. I know my strategy.”

FROM A MOTHER TO HER DAUGHTER ABOUT MARRIAGE

• The wife that wins all arguments with her husband is not wise. The home is not a law court.
• The wife that uses sex as a weapon in the home – placing embargo, going to bed in jeans shorts and trousers – lacks wisdom.

Life As Lagos State First Lady – Abimbola Fashola @ 50

Having turned 50 on Monday, April 6, 2015 as first lady of the Lagos State, the amiable wife of Governor Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN) of Lagos State, Dame Abimbola Emmanuella Fashola called it a day with media.

She was born on April 6, 1965 and had her formal education at Ikotun Memorial Nursery and Primary School, Surulere, Lagos. Her secondary education was at Marywood Girls Grammar School, Ebute Meta and Yejide Girls Grammar School, Ibadan, Oyo State. She received her professional training at the Lagoon Secretariat College, Adisa Bashua, Surulere, Lagos and University of Lagos, Akoka, Lagos, where she obtained Advanced Computer Certificate.

Actress Beauty without Ability to Deliver Is Nothing – Mosun Filani

The marvelous Nollywood seasonal actress and a producer, Mosun Filani is a set of the league of second generation of glamour girls in the Yoruba sector of the industry. The ace actress stands shoulder high with the very best in the industry, with more than five scores of movies to her credit.

Since her marriage to politician and businessman, Kayode Oduoye, the actress has been out scene, in which many ascribed this to unconfirmed controversies befell her marriage. To prove them wrong, Mosun is back to retain her place among the best in the industry. In this exclusive chat with media, she talks about her marriage, her husband, acting career amongst other.

The Missing Orekoya Kids Found and Re-united with the Family – Says Mother

The three kids of Orekoya family who were declared missing some days ago are now confirmed to have been found and re-united with the family.

Mrs Adebisi Orekoya, mother of the three children made this known to the public on her facebook where she thanked Nigerians for their support and prayers.

The children; Demola 6, Adedamola 4 and Aderomola 11 months were abducted by their housemaid, one Mary Akinloye, 24 hours after she was employed by the family on 7 March, 2015.

Nigeria’s First Elected Female Governor Emerges from Taraba State

It was amazed when Dame Virginia Ngozi Etiaba, an Nnewi, became the Governor of Anambra State in South-central Nigeria, from 2 November 2006 to 13 June 2007. She was the first female governor in Nigeria's history. Her instatement came as the previous governor, Peter Obi, was impeached by the state legislature for alleged gross misconduct. She transferred her powers back to Obi six months later when an appeal court nullified the impeachment.

It is rather a jubilation this time as Senator Aisha Jummai Al-Hassan made it to the Governor’s house in Taraba State.

The Ibadan Businessman, Ajadi Olaninhun Passes Away at 69

The Ibadan business mogul and philanthropist, Mufutau Ajadi Olaninhun died on Sunday at the age of 69 after a prolonged illness and has been buried according to Islamic rites on the same day. He is survived by wives, children and grandchildren.

The situation behind his death remains unclear as every family member was reticent and short of words while a nearby family confirmed his death on the condition of anonymity, said, “our father and brother is dead.” The immediate families are expected to address public about Olaninhun’s death while they urge the public to pray for his gentle soul and all his beloved ones he left behind.

A Woman Stabs Her Husband to Death over Election’s Winning Candidate, APC or PDP

A 26-year-old pregnant woman stabbed her husband to death on Sunday during a quarrel over who would emerge winner between the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidates, while voting was on-going at Ejigbo, Lagos. The woman, simply called Onyiyechi, has been arrested by police according to Lagos State Police Command. The incident occurred at about 1200hrs inside the couple’s one room apartment at 81 Military zone junction. The whole densely populated area was thrown into disarray for this unthinkable incident.

Nigeria Made It to Seven Times AYC Title

Nigeria won the African Youth Championship for the seventh time to break record in the tournament after beating hosts Senegal 1-0 in the final of the 2015 edition at the Leopold Sedar Senghor Stadium, Dakar on Sunday, 22nd March, 2015. The two sides met for the second time in the competition after the Flying Eagles had beaten the Young Lions 3-1 at the group stage where Nigeria topped the group and forged ahead to the semi-finals.

Don’t Ask Me About Nollywood, I am Not A Nollywood Person – Sola Fosudo

A veteran actor in the history of Nigerian movie industry, Dr. Sola Fosudo, comes to the media fore-front this time and shares his views about movie industry in Nigeria. The Director of LASU Centre for Press, Information and Public Relation opens up about his life in this brief interview and many other hints about the industry. Excerpts:

Obj At 78 Plays Novelty Match, Scores Two Goals

Former Nigerian President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo threw Abeokuta into funfair on Wednesday, March 4, 2015 as MKO International Stadium, Abeokuta was filled with fun when Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) team led by 78-year-old colossus OBJ dragged Ogun State Government team led by the Governor Senator Ibikunle Amosun into 2 – 1 lead to win the match.

The novelty match was scheduled to commemorate the 78^th birthday of Obasanjo who played as skipper in the match and marked 78 years breakthrough.

Nigerian 10 Year Old Girl Tops Her Class Test in UK University

Esther Okade

A wonderful Nigerian ten year old, Esther Okade, has become one of UK’s youngest varsity students as she was accepted to start her Maths degree at the Open University. Esther, who enrolled three weeks ago, is already top of her class, scoring 100 per cent in a recent test.

Efe, the mother of marvellous kid, recalled the process of her daughter’s enrollment to the university as an interesting one because of her age. She said “We even had to talk to the VC and after they interviewed her, they realised that this has been her idea from the beginning.

It’s Not Easy Being A Single Mother – Bisi Omo Logbalogba

What people believe to be an inaudible case turned to be laudable for the renowned Nollywood actress, Bisi Ibidapo Obe, (a.k.a Bisi Omo logbalogba) on her commemorable day when she marked her 38^th Jubilee on the surface of earth. Although the occasion was marked low profile in her Magodo residence in Lagos on 1^st February, 2015, she opens up to talk exclusively to media on some dubious stances in her matrimonial life including rumour about how she turns new leave from old love to new better-half whom she plans to give hand to very soon. In this interview, the striking lady also discloses her experience as a newly boutique owner and some other careers as an actress on how she settled scores with her old lover to whom she always ascribes her single daughter.
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Islamic Female Singers with Un-Islamic Outlook is Unfair – WASIU SODIQ

An ace Islamic musician, Alhaji Wasiu Kayode Sodiq voiced out and condemned female colleagues on indecent and unislamic dressing, especially female Muslim singers. As President of Islamic Musicians Association of Nigeria (ISMAN), Alhaji Sodiq vowed to address the trend with stringent measures. In this interview on an event in Ikeja, Lagos, on 27 January, 2015, he opened up and lamented on the issue and some other similar attitudes in Islamic songs:

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As a leader of Islamic gospel singers in Nigeria, what’s your candid comment on the indecent dressing among female members, their kind of music and all that?

King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Passes Away

The Saudi State TV has announced the death of Saudi Arabia's King Abdullah who died early on Friday, 23 January 2015.

Saudi Television cut to Quranic verses early on Friday, which often signifies death of a senior royal, minutes before a formal announcement about King Abdullah's death was made. King Abdullah, who was 90, had been in hospital for several weeks and was suffering from pneumonia.

I’m Ready to Punch Anyone Who Insults My Mother – Pope Gestured

In remarks made by Pope en route to Manila for a five-day visit and his first tour of Asia, Pope Francis warned that he was ready to “punch” anyone who insulted his mother.

The pontiff remarked on his way to the Philippines from Sri Lanka on last week's terror in France that “there are limits to freedom of expression and my mother was the limit.”

I Fell in Love with Islam – Nollywood Actress, Moji Olaiya

Popular Nollywood actress, Moji Olaiya, has been untrackable for a while, especially after her dangled marriage. But in another outlook at a communal event, she was at last spotted and showed up in Gbagada at an Inter-houses Sports Competition. In her cool look, she was the matron of one of the Houses competing for prizes at the event.

Having accepted to grant interview, the daughter of the colossus musician, Dr Victor Olaiya, shares her ordeals with media and drops lesson. The chat, therefore, includes both visible and invisible matters of her life; career, matrimonial dilly-dally and new religious invention into her life.