Rebasing the Economy, Does it Rebase my Pocket

When it was announced that Nigeria's economy has been "rebased" and that it has reclaimed the position of Africa's largest economy, many of us were confused, some even scoffed at what appears to be the usual "transformation" gimmicks we are yet to personally encounter.

Here is an economic term that drew some of us reluctantly to our dictionaries and economic textbooks, that for the sake of it let us just know the meaning. Thus just the usual public with less than half knowledge. I can now authoritatively define REBASE without fear of being contradicted by learned economics.

MORE CONTROVERSIES IN THE P-SQUARE CAMP??????

Paul, Jude and Peter of P-square

As ya'll know, Jude "engees" Okoye the elder brother of Peter and Paul of P-square just got married to Ify Umeokeke on July 17. It just so happens that PETER OKOYE WAS ABSENT FROM THE WEDDING!!!!  Word has it that Peter is paying Jude back for not showing up for his traditional wedding to Lola Omotayo earlier in November 2013. During the wedding Peter posted a picture of

THE ISSUE OF POLYTECHNICS IN NIGERIA

The creation of institutes of technology and polytechnic goes way back from the 18th century, they were created as a result of the expansion in engineering and applied science associated with the new needs created by industrialization. In Nigeria, there are over 80 polytechnics(21 federal,38 state and 22 private polytechnics) with Yaba college of technology(1948) as the oldest and Kaduna
polytechnic(1956) as the second oldest and largest in Africa South of the Sahara.

There are few differences between polytechnics and Universities. It should be noted that they are both

IN PHOTOS: Best Brazil 2014 World Cup In and Off Field Moments

It's been a week since the 2014 Fifa World Cup in Brazil ended, so i decided to bring your guys some  world cup photos. This post features moments from before the world cup through the world cup period. Ok, let me cut to the chase and get down to it already....

Breaking News: Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 has crashed in Ukraine

 Malaysia Airlines passenger jet "Flight MH17,  departed Amsterdam at 12.15pm  and was estimated to arrive at Kuala Lumpur international airport,  Malaysia  at 6.10am  the next day. The flight carry 280 passengers and 15 crew crashed where separatist rebels have been engaging Ukrainian military forces.

Drake Hosts The 2014 ESPYs

Drake sure did his best to entertain the audience as he hosted the 2014 ESPYs at the Nokia Theatre, LA.

Dancia's Whitenicious Bleaching Cream Endorsed by Black Celebrities

Dancia advertising her whitenicious skincare line

A body lightening cream called WHITENICIOUS has been launched and sold by Africa singer Dencia, the cream is meant to make your dark skin turn white and remove spots. She claimed that the product will make you LIGHT SKINNED in a week if you rub it on. Well, it is already circulating Africa and the Caribbean.  Now, its gaining popularity in the united states.

Yesterday at the gifting suite at the ESPYs, Dencia's product was  given out to celebrities who

THROWBACK THURSDAY: MODENINE Ft. NNENA - CRY

First of all, go down low let me start by saying Cry by Modenine featuring Nnena is a masterpiece. Before I go any further, I would like to confess that prior to this song, I was not Modenine’s biggest fan, to put it mildly. But back in 2006 when this joint hit the Nigerian music scene, I fell in love with it. Even those who are still anti-modenine love this song. Little wonder the song won Best Hip Hop

BREAKING NEWS;

Deputy Governor of Adamawa State Bala Ngilari Resigns.

Bala Ngilari who is facing impeachment charges alongside Murtala Nyako has resigned from office. His resignation letter was read by the speaker House of Assembly which was afterwards approved by the lawmakers.

Details later...  

 

Treasures Found in Abia

The predominately igbo community also known as "God's own state" was carved out of former Imo state in 1991.
Abia is known for it's notable Imo and Abia rivers that flows into the Atlantic ocean through the Niger-Delta. Abia state is also known for it's specialty in the production of Akwete Cloth which is beautifully designed in different materials. Akwete is good for making wears and gift items.

Azumini Blue River is another place to see, the beautiful sands,  glassy stones, beach for leisure.

100 years of SOUTH AND NORTH: Nigerian Existence in view

January 1, 1914 was the year, and Lord Frederick Lugard was the Governor General who amalgamated the Southern and Northern Protectorate. Whoever at the time thought that this marriage will last for 100 Years must have been a good fortune teller.

Areas with such Similar British marriage have since broken up, some which gave birth to India and Pakistan, South Sudan and Sudan among others.Why was there a need for an amalgamation?

Ok...Let me pretend I was there for a second(lol) and provide an Answer I think Lord Lugard would give modern day press men.

Ladies and Gentlemen of the press, I cannot categorically give you the full reason now, but here is

Celebration Galore

In the spirit of celebration...


Gotze sharing the victory with Girlfriend Ann Kathrin Brommel









Meet ILAN SMITH: The man who predicted the World Cup Correctly

This man Ilan Smith makes the tales of the Paul the Octopus sound like childsplay as he not only predicted the outcome of the world cup correctly, but predicted the goal scorer and the exact time he would score the goal. I don’t know about you guys but that is..... both creepy and amazing.

Germany Crowned World Champions

It was a repeat of the World Cup in South Africa as Germany lifted this year’s Fifa world cup in similar fashion as did Spain in 2010. It required 120 minutes of football to decide which team would take home the ultimate price in the world of football, and which team will be crowned as the new “champions of the world” for the next four years.

It comes down to Gotze!

After 64 matches which Produced 171 goals, only same with the FRANCE '98 world cup. Brazil '14 will be remembered as one of the most televised and twitted world event in History. With all teams hoping to nick a win the world cup tournament that saw the early exit of hopefuls like defending champions Spain, Jokers Portugal, Media Hyped England and a Disoriented Italian side, the world cup lived up to its bidding.

However,the 7:1 defeat of Brazil by the Germans is a tale the Brazilians will hope should be erased

Only One Woman is A Federal Uni VC - Jamiu Danga

In a country of about 177 million (CIA factbook) only one Woman is suitable to be a Vice Chancellor in the 40 Federal Universities listed by the National Universities commision. (www.nuc.edu.ng). Professor Mrs Musibau Adewunmi Akanji the Vice Chancellor of FUT Minna is the only woman listed in NUC list of Vice Chancellor. This goes a long way to show how women are not honored in the academic space. with the best Nigerian University Obafemi Awolowo University of Ife ranked as 1926 in world ranking and 21 in African ranking. (webometric.com) it is imperative to ensure the inclusion of women in university administration. as well as a broader role in Management of Nigeria's ailing education system.

Poem : East Wind

Peace Akinwale 2014

Edited by Funmito Adesanya

Immense blowing of the east wind

In the cool of the evening

Relaxing the nerves even as of old

Its whistling accompanied by waves of chirping

Creating a rhythm

The trees dancing to its tune

Likewise the children and the maidens