Friday, December 13

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Video of boy smacking his drug addict mother generates controversy

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by Staff writer



A video has emerged online showing a young boy furious at his drug addict mother and smacking her twice in the process.

In the video, the boy (possibly in his early teens) was seen yelling at his intoxicated mother before slapping her.

Thursday, December 12

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Meet the man who has donated blood every week for 60 years!

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by Staff writer



Most of us have never even donated blood once in our lives - so imagine doing this every week for 60 whole years.

James Harrison is every inch a national hero, and all thanks to his selfless kindness, over 2 million babies were saved.

Wednesday, December 11

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My experience with an OPay bike rider this morning

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Story narrated Tobi Lawal, penned by Daniel Nkado

My first reaction to the news of on-demand bike services (OPay, GOkada, etc) coming to Nigeria was mixed. I mean I liked the prospect of using bikes to cut the mad traffic of Lagos, but a part of me remained doubtful of how safe it would be.

Tuesday, December 10

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Exclusive pictures from the REDTV Rave 4 Shutdown party in Lekki

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by Staff writer



The REDTV Rave party is perhaps this year's ultimate Detty December event. The show remained true to its theme, ‘The shutdown’, with over 25K guests attending.

On November 30, 2019, over 25,000 guests from all walks of life gathered at the Lekki Special Events Centre, Admiralty Way, Lekki 1, Lagos, for what has been described as the party of the year.

Monday, December 9

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Zozibini Tunzi winning 'Miss Universe' and other interesting details

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by Staff writer



The 2019 Miss Universe contest ended in a bang with 26-year-old Zozibini Tunzi being crowned the winner on Sunday night.

Miss Tunzi was born in Tsolo, Eastern Cape, South Africa -- the third South African national to win the crown.

Sunday, December 8

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What does Detty December mean to you?

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by Gloria Ezeh

Detty December is all about the shows and concerts and the parties.

Detty December is a way to cool off after the stress of the year. No wearing of chunky suits and strangling yourself with ropy ties, Detty December is time to finally go loose and catch mad fun.

Saturday, December 7

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Chimezie Imo on playing lead on Nimbe the movie

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by Staff writer

Nimbe is a Nollywood movie that came at the right time.

 At a time most Nigerian filmmakers are playing it safe with soppy soaps and 4-character dramas, Nimbe the Movie delves deep into the ugly imagery of drug abuse, domestic violence, bullying and cultism.

Friday, December 6

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Detty December: Cardi B is in Lagos, dances to Davido's song

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by Staff writer



It's no longer news -- a remix to Davido's "Fall" is coming and Cardi B is in it!

The award-winning rapper teased a sample of the yet-to-be-released remix on her way to Lagos yesterday.

 The rap queen was seen dropping some bad*** moves as the song played on (video below).

Thursday, December 5

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Doctor reveals 5 simple skincare tips for Nigerian men

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by Dr. Chidubem Okeke



Gone are the days when personal grooming is attributed to femininity or some evolving terminology—metrosexuals.

These days, even hypermasculine men pay rapt attention to their looks. A good confirmation of this is the number of made-for-men grooming products that flood the market each year, from sweet-scented hair products to financially draining colognes.

Wednesday, December 4

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Ticket prices for Lagos music concerts this December

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by Staff writer



There is no better city to have a Detty December this year than Lagos City.

With all the amazing shows and concerts going down in Lagos this December, Lagosians do not have any reason to sign up for a boring Christmas.

Tuesday, December 3

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Nigerian foods to avoid if you want to lose weight

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by Staff writer



Sticking to a weight loss diet plan in Nigeria can be very tough. Most Nigerian meals are heavy, yet still hard to resist.

A typical effective weight loss diet plan instructs that you eat as much protein and fat as you like, as long as you avoid carbs.

Sunday, December 1

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Top 7 fast-rising Nigerian actors to look out for NOW

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by Staff writer

Nollywood may have over the years garnered a non-flattering reputation for not-so-impressive movie projects, but the truth remains that the industry has raised some of the greatest actors and actresses the continent has to offer.

Ever wondered what will become of the industry when our current giants finally retire? The great news is that an amazing crop of budding actors exists who have been steadily perfecting their craft and ready to take the industry by storm.

Thursday, November 28

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Trump posted his shirtless picture online and Twitter went WILD

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by Staff writer




After Donald Trump took an unplanned trip to a government hospital outside Washington last Saturday, there were speculations the president has taken ill.

To quell the rumours, Trump decided to do what only a Donald can do. He posted his shirtless picture on Twitter.

Wednesday, November 27

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Students booed Melania Trump on stage and it is not fair

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by Staff writer



First lady Melania Trump faced booing from middle and high school students as she took the stage at a youth summit on Tuesday.

The conference which was about opioid awareness in Baltimore saw the first lady feeling humiliated on stage.
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NYSC Senate List and other NYSC terms for intending corps members

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by Staff writer


As it has always been said: Nigeria's NYSC scheme remains the oldest and most successful scheme the Nigerian government has ever installed.

While with its cons, the scheme has remained true to its vision at least, and has demonstrated impeccable organization over the years.

Monday, November 25

Friday, November 22

Thursday, November 21

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I was born in a small Nigerian village, today I'm a DOCTOR

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Story penned by Daniel Nkado, inspired by Dr. Ekenedilichukwu's real-life story



I realized how poor we were when I was about 8 or so. The slender, short-haired Miss at the Community School was always asking me to go home.

Today, I asked her, "Maka gini? Why?", not understanding.

Monday, November 18

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Places to buy gelato in Nigeria

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by Staff writer



After DJ Cuppy's viral gelato moment, there's hardly any Nigerian now who does not know about the Italian frozen dessert.

In the short clip which quickly went viral, Cuppy and her billionaire dad, Otedola, were seen enjoying cones of gelato while revealing how they had had to make a stopover in Italy just to get the dessert.

Sunday, November 17

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10 greatest Nollywood movies ever made!

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by Staff writer

The Nigerian film industry (aka Nollywood) may have become notorious for churning out less-than-impressive movies at an alarming rate, but that doesn't mean there aren't Nollywood projects that really wowed us bone-deep.

 These 10 movies listed below have all the features of a great African movie: great story, great acting and a fantastic premise.

Saturday, November 16

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Video of Wizkid 'rocking' Tiwa Savage at One Africa Music Fest gets fans talking

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by Staff writer



Almost all Nigerian artists are currently in Dubai for the 2019 One Africa Music Fest.

The concert, which is certainly one of UAE's top music events, saw performances from top African and Nigerian artistes, including Davido, Wizkid, Burna Boy, Tiwa Savage, and Betty G.

Friday, November 15

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Nigerian Model, Tolani Enwereji Walks International Runway at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week

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by Staff writer



Former Miss Independence for Peace (2015) Tolani Enwereji has made another big mark in the modeling industry as she walks the international runway at the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in 2019.
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South African men are stripping to their underwear and you should join them

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by Staff writer



South Africa's Rugby stars are flooding Instagram with pictures of them wearing just underwear.

It may seem weird, like many things men do, but trust me, this one is for a good reason.

Thursday, November 14

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These Nike medical sneakers are EVERYTHING!

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by Staff writer


Top American footwear brand Nike just released an entire collection of sneakers specifically designed for medical personnel.

Called the Nike Air Zoom Pulse, the sneakers are designed for extra comfort and targeted at medical workers like nurses, doctors, and other healthcare providers.

Wednesday, November 13

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Why the person you love doesn't love you back

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by Daniel Nkado



This is probably one of the most asked questions regarding dating and relationships on the Internet today.

I've read some of the answers to it, provided by the so-called professionals and relationships experts and, you must believe me, some of them are funny.

Tuesday, November 12

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Read why this elephant has been nicknamed "Bin Laden"

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by Staff writer



An Indian elephant's murderous instinct has led to it being named after the late Al-Qaeda leader, Osama bin Laden.

The elephant has killed five Indian villagers in the space of 2 months, leading to locals dubbing it "Bin Laden".

Monday, November 11

Sunday, November 10

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3 things to learn from the #KFCProposal case

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by Staff writer



It all started with a smiling South African man proposing to his heartthrob at a KFC outlet in South Africa.

The beautiful couple looked so cute and happy in the video of the proposal, attracting lovely congratulatory messages -- except ONE.

Saturday, November 9

Friday, November 8

Thursday, November 7

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Genevieve Nnaji reacts to Lionheart's Oscar ban

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by Staff writer



Genevieve Nnaji's produced and directed movie Lionheart was the film Nigeria submitted for Oscar's "International Feature" consideration.

Lionheart was the first film ever to be submitted to the Oscars by Nigeria, but instead of the joyous news of a nomination Nigerians desperately hoped for, the Academy disqualified the submission instead.

Wednesday, November 6

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Network providers with the best data plans in Nigeria

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by Staff writer



Data subscriptions can be quite expensive in Nigeria. Some Nigerians spend over 10K a month on data subscriptions alone.

This amount can be "too much" if you are a student or without a well-paying job.

Tuesday, November 5

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Entry fees for all the beaches in Nigeria

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by Staff writer



There are dozens of beaches and resorts in Nigeria. There are over 15 beaches and resorts in Lagos State alone.

Thousands of Nigerians visit these beaches and resorts every month. But not all beaches in Lagos are free to enter.

Sunday, November 3

Saturday, November 2

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How to have great sex with your partner in Nigeria

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by Miz Tee



Most Nigerian couples do not believe sex needs so much preparation. You'd only need to hear the kind of places and conditions people have had sex at to understand what I am talking about.

Not saying unplanned and spontaneous sex is wrong (it can be magical on its own), yet, nothing beats a correctly planned sex.
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Bad day for African crocodile as 11-year-old girl teaches it a lesson

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by Staff writer

Last week, an 11-year-old African girl did something most adults wouldn't do.

 Rebecca Munkombwe, 11, went head to head with an African crocodile to rescue her friend who was being attacked.
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Audience seeing the Joker movie flees the cinema after chaos

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by Staff writer



It was a bad theater experience for movie-goers in Paris last week when they were forced to run for their safety after some chaos.

According to the French news site Le Parisien, the cinema hall descended into confusion after a man from the audience stood up and started yelling “Allahu akbar”.

Friday, November 1

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Raising sons the right way in Africa

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by Daniel Nkado



I grew up in a small town in Anambra State's capital. I was not up to 8 when I realized boys and girls were raised differently, at least where I grew up and at the time that was.

If I'm asked, I'd say more attention was paid to girls. Many times, while still in Junior Secondary, boys in my class were asked to leave so that the plump matron could talk to the girls.

Thursday, October 31

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Attend GTB Fashion Weekend and get featured on DNB Stories

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by Staff writer



The 2019 GTBank Fashion Weekend holds on November 9 and 10 (Saturday and Sunday) at the GTCentre, Plot 1, Water Corporation Drive, Oniru Estate - Victoria Island, Lagos.

The event will feature educative master classes, breathtaking runways and a great opportunity to shop finely crafted fashion pieces.

Monday, October 28

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How to plan a trip to Ilashe beach resort in Lagos

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by Staff writer



Ilashe is one of Lagos State's private beach resorts. Visiting Ilashe is definitely one of the funnest things to do during a stay in Lagos.

The environment is serene and natural - there are palms, coconuts, beach sand, shells and all. Unlike other Lagos beaches, Ilashe is private and not crowded.

Saturday, October 26

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7 of the strangest places Nigerian men make passes

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by Miz Tee



Let's face it: finding love these days requires extra effort, and in most cases, this might mean going out of all the conventional methods of finding a partner we are used to.

Online dating, they say, is easier and simpler, but it hasn't proven to be 100% efficient, has it?

Otherwise, the enormous population of single people we have today won't exist.

Friday, October 25

Wednesday, October 23

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Couple discovers their adopted daughter is actually an adult with dwarfism

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by Staff writer



A US couple has discovered the little girl they adopted from overseas is actually an adult with dwarfism, ABC News reports.

The Indiana couple says the little girl, Natalia, they adopted from Ukraine is actually an adult with dwarfism and tried to kill them on multiple occasions.

Tuesday, October 22

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5 best soaps to use on your dark skin in Nigeria

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by Gloria Ezeh

I've heard countless times from friends (and family sometimes) that dark and chocolate skin is easy to care for.

While there may be some truth to this, especially when compared to the strict care routines light skin requires, I still believe dark skin needs as much attention, if not more.

Saturday, October 19

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