5 Alternatives to "To Whom It May Concern"

If you're writing another cover letter and blindly reaching out to a recruiting department, "To Whom It May Concern" may feel a little tired. Well, that's because it is. Would you like to receive a universal letter that pretty much addresses no one? Probably not.

Here are several ways to spruce up the letter and show you're putting in more effort than your average job seeker. Whichever way you decide to spice it up, please don't be that guy or gal who makes the ultimate faux pas: "Dear Sirs." Yes, job seekers still do this, and yes, for equal opportunity workplaces it can be a major turnoff. Even "Dear Sirs or Madam" is a lot better but still seems very 1950s. Try these instead:

1. Dear [hiring manager's name]. With a little digging online, you can probably get a sense of who the position reports to. Considering many companies list their executives, you can drill down from there. Why not start from the top? If you're pursuing a job in human

Hilarious! Man pins letter to neighbour, begs them to stop having 'very loud, short & annoying sex'

See Gobe............! wetin concern this neighbor nah? Abi love your neighbor as yourself no longer exists...lol

An angry neighbour who was fed up his neighbour disturbing his peace and sleep with their 'very loud, very short and very annoying sex' confronted them by writing a hilarious letter and pinning it to their front door. The note was posted on Reddit and the poster claimed this happened in Sydney, Australia. Read the rest of the letter after the cut...

Serena Williams says she's desperate to settle down and have kids

Tennis icon Serena Williams was quite honest about her relationship status during a Twitter Q&A with her fans last week. When asked if she wants to settle down and have kids, she said 'desperately'.





Asked if she was single, Serena said 'Not by choice.' Aww...so honest! See that after the cut...

Full text of President Jonathan's Declaration Speech on November 11th 2014

Below is the full text of president Jonathan's declaration speech today Nov. 11 at the Eagle's Square



Dear Compatriots:


1. Four years ago, precisely September 18, 2010; I stood in this Eagle Square, to offer myself for election as the President of our beloved country on the platform of our great party; the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

Stomach Full, Penis Empty: A Woman's Guide to a Happy Marriage By Niecy Nash

44-year-old Niecy Nash is an American comedian and actress, best known for her performances on the Style Network show, Clean House. Niecy is also notorious for her commentary on relationships and man-woman issues, and has now written a book that compiles her thoughts on dating, sex and marriage. While "Stomach Full, Penis Empty" is not the title of her book, left to Niecy, it could have been.

Niecy revealed this in a recent interview with Playboy magazine promoting the book.

When asked about her prescription for oral sex as the secret to a happy marriage, the actress who has been married for 3 years to husband Jay Tucker said;

Beyonce Slammed For Using Photoshop To Enhance Her Waist In New Pictures

I guess her fans should get used to the fact instead of slamming Beyonce for Photoshopping her pictures yet again. Over the weekend, Beyonce posted the image above and a similar one below to her Tumblr.


I think she's wearing a tank top, but holds it behind her back like a swimsuit to show off her figure. Others simply believe she's gone and used her photoshop app again.

CAN President, Pastor Ayo Oritseajor & Wife Dance in Each Other Arms

Just check out the beautiful couple, guys. CAN President Pastor Ayodele Joseph Oritsejafor and founding, Senior Pastor of Word of Life Bible Church, located in Warri, yesterday had a party in his church to celebrate his birthday. And pictured above is him with wife, Pastor Mrs Helen Oritsejafor doing the birthday dance. Sweet. Her very lovely birthday poem to Pastor Ayo is sweeter though.


Read it after the cut.

Photos: Corporate beggers invade Lagos

This one was spotted at Ajah yesterday. There are quite a few of them in Lagos these days. Some of them even wear suits...and come up with different excuses for being stranded on the road and ask for money for transport to go home. The following day, you will find them at a different spot doing the same thing. Not that I don't blame them...the rate of unemployment in this country is alarming.

Rihanna Boldly Stripped Down For ELLE Magazine December issue

Rihanna, she who has redefined what modern pop Icon–dom looks like, all dressed up in fall couture, but boldly stripped down looking strong, uncompromising, and radically beautiful.

During her candid shoot in the December issue of ELLE peeling back creative layers and pushing boundaries.

Rih is back! See more photos inside...

As The Birthday Girl Shines On, Here Are 6 Of Toke Makinwa’s Pictures That We Absolutely Love!

30 is the new 20, ask Toke Makinwa as she gracefully adds a year today. In celebration, she posted new photos of her on her Instagram page, accompanied by a very inspiring quote.
We have decided to celebrate the TV queen with her by showcasing six of our favorite photos of her!

Army arrest 5 military commanders for abandoning Mubi to Boko Haram

Five or six military commanders have been arrested and detained by the army after they abandoned, withdrew from Mubi, Mararaba, Michika, Madagali, and Vimtim communities when Boko Haram men attacked the areas last week, allowing the insurgents to take over some areas.

Some soldiers were also detained. According to Sahara Reporters, the military commanders are being detained at the military police guard room at the 23 Brigade HQ, in Yola, Adamawa state. (pic above, fleeing Nigerian soldiers spotted in Song, Adamawa state)



The commander whose names and ranks were given as Colonel Ibrahim, Lt. Colonel Magaji and three others abandoned the 213 Brigade headquarters a few minutes after Boko Haram

Lanre Da Silva Ajayi and Daniel Amokachi debate their passions on Moments with Mo

The debate over the inclination of Nigerians to fashion or football took a new dimension on Saturday as Dolapo Oni, announced the two main actors in the drama will be guests on the famed talkshow, Moments with Mo today 6.30pm.

Popular fashion designer, Lanre da Silva and ex-Nigerian footballer, Daniel Amokachi have been locking horns in a dispute over the superiority of their individual passions.

Good News: Dangote finally slashes Cement Price to N1,000

Nigerians are happy over the new price slash by Dangote Cements but the main reason for this slash no one is able to find out.

Leading cement manufacturer, Dangote Cement Plc has announced drastic reduction of the prices of one of its major product - cement - across the country.

The new price announced by the Group MD/CEO of Dangote Cement, Mr. Devakumar Edwin, pegged the Dangote 32.5 cement grade at N1,000 per 50 kg bag, while the higher 42.5 grade would sell for N1,150 per bag.

A statement by the company at the end of a management meeting said, however, that the new prices were exclusive of the Value Added Tax, VAT, representing about 40 per cent discount on the prevailing market price of the product currently sold for N1,700 irrespective

J-Lo opens up on abuse in new book

Not all abuse leaves physical scars and that’s a reality Jennifer Lopez is exploring in a new memoir. The actress and singer has written a book about a period of self-dis­covery that occurred around the time of her first world tour in 2012.

While she intended for the project to be a fan book, a diary of the years she went on tour,

Group To Collect Signatures To Stop Kenyan President Uhuru's Case At ICC

NAIROBI - A lobby group has launched efforts to have Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta's case at the International Criminal Court (ICC) dropped.

The Kenya Citizens Coalition will begin collecting signatures to stop the cases on grounds that the prosecution carried out shoddy investigations and chose to rely on NGOs and Non

Ubani is Face of Niger Delta

Uyo, capital of Akwa Ibom State, stood still when some beautiful and delectable damsels from the nine states of the Niger Delta strutted the runway at Sheer Grace Arena, Uyo.

The event was the grand finale of the Face of Niger Delta Cultural Pageant Season III.

Mr. Elisha Attai, Jennifer Eliogu, Joseph Benjamin and Yinka Nathan were saddled with the herculean task of selecting the best and the brightest of them, who would be most befitting of

3 died in Bayelsa boat mishap

 NOT fewer than three persons, on Sunday, were confirmed dead in a boat mishap which occurred at Alebiri axis on their way back from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ward congress, in Ekeremor Local Government Area of Bayelsa State.

The bodies of the deceased have been deposited at the Federal Medical Centre, in Yenagoa.

What!!! New "Sugar Daddy University" In US Offer "Sugar Daddy Course" For Ladies

A University has introduced a new course to teach ladies how to be the ideal ‘sugar baby’ in order to land a wealthy man. Professional sugar baby Carla Abonia, 37, has been flown across the world and had wildly lavish gifts bought for her by rich men who can't resist her company. But she admits the relationships aren't always straight forward, so has joined forces with her mentor, sugar daddy Alan Schneider, to form their Sugar Daddy University in New York.

The pair teach five key elements of being a successful sugar daddy or sugar baby through the curriculum - Sexuality, Understanding, Generosity, Attraction and Reciprocity. They even have plastic surgeons - as well as relationship and financial experts - on hand to advise women how to look better as they or their sugar daddy invest in their appearance.

Carla turned to the sugar baby lifestyle after getting fed up with cheap blokes - one in

Nicki Minaj Denies Having Sex With Label Mate Drake & Boss Lil Wayne

Nicki Minaj has previously been linked with label mate Drake and label boss Lil Wayne, who founded Young Money Entertainment.

There had been rumours that Nicki had slept with both men, but still maintains a good working relationship with them. The 31-year-old rapper has however set the record straight in her latest single “Only” – where she denies having ever hooked up with either of the

Mars Hill Church Disbands As Pastor Mark Driscoll Resigns Amidst Misogyny Controversy

The board of overseers Mars Hill Church posted on the church’s website recently that Pastor Mark Driscoll had submitted his resignation as an elder and lead pastor. It was a surprise for the Seattle-based church, the board said, though they accepted it and are now proceeding with plans for a pastoral transition.

The letter quoted Mark Driscoll as saying about his resignation, that “it would be best for the health of our family, and for the Mars Hill family, that we step aside from further ministry at