Arsene Wenger has branded Giroud as ´different player´

Olivier Giroud has taken his game to another level since arriving at Arsenal, according to Arsene Wenger.

Arsene Wenger believes Olivier Giroud has made big improvements since arriving at Arsenal after the striker's double knocked Middlesbrough out of the FA Cup on Sunday.

The France international initially struggled to make an impact after joining the club from Montpellier in June 2012, but Wenger kept faith with the 28-year-old.

Giroud suffered a setback when he broke his left tibia against Everton in August, but he has hit the goal trail since returning and took his tally for the season to 10 by scoring twice in as many minutes in a 2-0 fifth-round win over Boro.

Report: Two die, one arrested in supermarket robbery

One armed robbery suspect was on Saturday shot dead after a gun duel with the police during a robbery operation that took place in a supermarket at the Ikot Effa area of Calabar, Cross River State.

Two robbery suspects were also arrested in the process while four others were said to have escaped. One of the arrested suspects, was said to have later died.

PUNCH Metro learnt on Sunday that the police acted on distress calls by the neighbours of the owner of the supermarket.

It was learnt that items recovered from the suspects included a locally-made pistol and 42 rounds of ammunition, machetes, mobile phones, electronic appliances and other valuables.

Report: French actor Louis Jourdan, star of 'Gigi' dies aged 93

According to BBC, the French actor Louis Jourdan, best known for his role in the multi-Oscar winning 1958 musical Gigi, has died in California aged 93.

Born in Marseilles, he began his career acting in French films before being lured to the US.

Often seen in roles that capitalised on his Gallic charm, he described himself as Hollywood's "French cliche".

His later years saw him play evil villains, including in the 1983 Bond film Octopussy.

Graphic Photos Showing Victims of Damaturu Motor Park Bomb Blast (VIEWER DISCRETION)

Went through these pictures and just wondering .... Here are some exclusive graphic images from the Damaturu car park bomb blast that occurred today in Yobe yesterday via LIB. A female suicide bomber blew herself up killing many. See the photos after the cut.. but we warned, it is very graphic so viewer discretion advised.

10 Spontaneous Sex Tips That Will Blow His Mind

Do you desire more ways to blow up your mans mind and get him wanting to always be with you? Here is are tips from sofeminineUK .... Wanna know what can make you irresistible to your man? From adding a bit a glamour to your look to forgetting your knickers and sending him short frisky vids, there are tons of ways to get your man revved up and ready to go. Girls, here are 10 simple spontaneous sex tips (not all involving the dirty) that will Blow. His. Mind.

1. Undies are a no no...

‘Forgetting’ to put your panties on when your out and about with you beau is a sure way to make him hot with excitement. All he’ll be thinking is how much he wants you right then and there. (Better hope there’s somewhere near for a quickie.) Tip: wear a dress for easy access.

Unhappy Coach Felipe Scolari walks out on losing Gremio

Former Brazil coach Luiz Felipe Scolari couldn't not hide is dismay and decided to abandoned his Gremio side five minutes before the end of their 1-0 loss to lowly Veranopolis.

Luiz Felipe Scolari said he sent himself off five minutes before the final whistle to avoid "any bust-ups" at the end of Gremio's embarrassing 1-0 defeat at home to Veranopolis.

With the clock ticking towards a third defeat in four matches for Gremio, Scolari decided to leave the Arena do Gremio pitch early on Saturday.

Scolari was heavily criticised for abandoning Gremio but the 66-year-old said the decision was made in order to "cool down" after watching his team's poor performance against Veranopolis, who claimed their first win of the campaign.

Wow! Sofia Vergara's spends $45k to improve her garden for are Boyfriend

Should we call this luxury or just comfort? Sofia Vergara has spent $45,000 renovating her backyard for Joe Manganiello.

The 'Modern Family' actress, who got engaged to the 'Magic Mike' star in December, reportedly splashed out the huge sum on new furniture and plants to turn her garden into a tropical paradise.

An insider said: "He absolutely loves it. He spends 99 per cent of his time outside, so it's perfect."

The 42-year-old actress hired landscape gardeners to surprise the 38-year-old actor with lavish outdoor area as a move-in gift.

Is Jennifer Lopez more sexier than ever before?

The super sexy and hot music prodigy Jennifer Lopez says she feels sexier than ever before. Could this be true?

The 45-year-old singer - who has six-year-old twins Maximilian and Emme - is feeling attractive again following her split from the children's father, producer Marc Anthony, after a ten-year marriage, and believes women become hotter as they get older.

She explained: ''I think I always felt sexy. More so now. I feel more like myself and I just know myself better.

''I think in the past, the thought was your 20s are when you are at your best and after that it's downhill. Now women are realising that we are at our best as we get older. We are attractive and we are more interesting and we are more self-assured than we were 10 years before, and there's something sexy and attractive about that to all men.''

Timi Dakolo shares a pic with his three children

Beautiful Family, #Muaahhh

President GEJ Hosts Val dinner for Widows & Kids Of Our Falling Heroes

It was a day of showing love and Mr ‎President hosted a Valentine's Day dinner for widows and children of service men who died fighting Boko haram.

More Pictures Below:

@ToolzO Strike Cute Pose with Heartthrob Tunde Demuren on Valentine's Day

I love it when you smile at me...😆😛 #Repost from @captdemuren Happy Valentines Day from us... #myValentine #PrincessTohbahd #Captain&Princess photocredit : @okija Creative Director: @noble_igwe #MSD2015

A photo posted by Toolzo (@toolzo) on Feb 14, 2015 at 9:39am PST

Awesomely Cute, Love This!!!

Kourtney Kardashian blasts Sisters call them "Selfish Sisters"

Kourtney Kardashian dishes on her sisters for ignoring their dad's mental state after the car accident and going for their personal delights.

The 'Keeping Up With The Kardashians' star reportedly believes some of her siblings - Kim Kardashian West, Khloé Kardashian, Kendall Jenner and Kylie Jenner - should have stayed with their father, Bruce Jenner, whilst he deals with the emotional turmoil of his recent car crash and his ongoing gender reassignment surgery.

A source said: ''Kourtney really thinks that it is kind of messed up and selfish for her sisters to go fly across the country right now when their dad is dealing with the crash on top of his transition.

Chris Brown and Karrueche Love Up with Romantic Val message to each other

And this is how you ignite your love, so romantic for both of them, just like a movie ... #Love

Checkout @Maheeda "lonely" but teasing Photo for Valentines

I was alone with self this val! Best ever!!!loving me!! pic.twitter.com/gUMtBjza6R
— goddess of X (@MaheedaNigeria) February 14, 2015

Lol, I thought she said she was alone, then who took the picture? Possible it would be timing that would be very hard to get this pretty shot, anyway where is your hubby? The good thing is that she wore some good clothes on today and hair though!

And then this on instagram would tease you more

OOh! Defence HQ sends Heartfelt Valentine message to Nigerians

This is the heartfelt message our Defence HQ Sent out for Valentine's Day Celebration

We pray for guidance and protection for our Troops

Cute! @Beyonce and Blue Ivy Pouting for Valentine

This is what the Carter family choose to say Happy Val to you all, I think Blue Ivy nailed it #Cute

Report: New technology replaces lost limbs with robots

A new type of surgery is allowing those who have lost limbs to get robotic replacements.

These latest developments are known as osseo-integration technologies.

Al Jazeera's Andrew Thomas reports from Sydney.

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Justin Bieber treat Police Officers to a Free Meal

In the spirit of Valentine Justin Bieber reportedly treated New York City Police Department officers to a free meal and later took a picture with some group of them.

The 20-year-old All That Matters singer is currently in the East Coast metropolis attending Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week events.

And according to TMZ, Justin covered a $200 tab for a group of NYPD officers Friday night. It's claimed the cops were eating at a table next to him and when it came time to pay the tab, Justin forked up the cash.

Choi! See What Nicki Minaj rocks to Alexandar Wang Fashion Show

It all started with +Rihanna rocking a sheer gown which left her boobs all out but this time +Nicki Minaj turned heads at the Alexander Wang Fashion Show at the New York Fashion Week Last Night with her See through fashion wear revealing her undies.

See More Pictures with the Kanye's

Three Wounded in Shooting at Copenhagen Synagogue

According to gawker, At least three people were wounded in a shooting at a Copenhagen synagogue tonight. Two of the wounded were police officers, and one of the victims was reportedly shot in the head. The shooter reportedly fled on foot, and a manhunt is underway in central Copenhagen. The attack comes just hours after a gunman opened fired during a free speech debate at a cafe in the Danish city, killing one and wounding three, though police said it's too early to tell if the two shootings are connected.

Oprah Winfrey has reveal that she barely watch TV

African American Socialite Oprah Winfrey open up to her secret of maximum concentration and she holds it to the fact that she doesn't watch TV or radio that much.

The media mogul may have her own network, OWN, but she doesn't watch programmes or listen to the radio at home because she finds background noise affects her "energy".

She said: "Nothing keeps me awake at night. I don't watch news before bed. I have a very sensitive spirit - I absorb other people's feelings and empathise with them.

"I have to measure the energy that comes from my private space. I'm never in the house with noise - other than dogs yapping. I don't leave the TV or radio on. I don't have energy coming into my sphere that I'm not consciously inviting in."

INEC says They Have Exceeded 69.68 Per Cent PVCs Distribution

The Independent National Electoral Commission has said that it has achieved 69.68 per cent distribution of permanent voter cards as of February 10.

The Deputy Director, Voter Education and Publicity, INEC, Nick Dazang, said this in an interview in Abuja on Friday adding that as at February 13, the commission had surpassed 69. 68 per cent distribution. He, however, did not give precise figures.

He said “Since we are speaking of three days ago, that means we have surpassed that bench-mark”, he said.

Boko Haram issue letter of warning to Gombe State Resident to Stay from the Election (SEE LETTER)

This user just posted this letter claiming BH group issue it out as a warning to Gombe Resident to stay clear from forth coming Election

Exclusive Interview With Beauty Queen - Winnie Ofure

It’s the New Year and to kick the year rolling we are bringing you another exclusive interview with an admirable beauty queen who had an inspiring career. She was also the winner of Miss NYSC “Batch B” 2013, as it always goes; it was an exciting moment and chat. She tells us the story of her success, the hitches and you know the banger question.

Read Full Interview as transcribe from our recorder below:

@Waconzy: @Lindaikeji is a Queen and I will be Her Husband, trust Me, It ain't No Joke! (MUST READ)

Valentines Special! In the conclusive twitter interview that yours truly Maestro Perostar's Blog had with the "I Celebrate" crooner Waconzy, we are bringing you what he spoke about is relationship.

As usual you know celeb won't mention and talk about their relationship on the internet, when the question was put forth to Waconzy, he was clear that he doesn't want to talk about it and won't be mentioning the name either.

Trust bloggers, he was then ask who was his celebrity crush, this is the Buster! He was quick to mention Queen of Bloggers Linda Ikeji and he didn't stop there, even without further question he kept showing praises on her and later drop the Bomb that he will sure want to be the husband. And he spoke much more to show that he personally know a lots about the Millionaire Blogger.

Ops! Hackers take hold of Yemi Alade's Instagram Account, Post Private Romantic Chats with Phyno

Unknown persons has hacked into Yemi Alade's instagram account and has review her secret romance with Ace Rapper Phyno, they are posting DMs on her page. See DM's and Chats Below:

Kim is a Cheat and Fake, Wiz Broke My Heart - Amber Rose Speaks on New Interview

Lol, abeg don't mind me reusing this open picture of Amber Rose, I just so much love it and the way she display our own Nigeria Coat of Arm, (Aww, so liking it). Ok that for that, but the issue is about Amber dishing words to Kim, why she twerked with Chris Brown and how Wiz broke her heart in a new radio interview with Hot 97fm, Read the interview below:

On the split with Wiz Khalifa:

I sat in the house and cried for 4 months. Every day. When I woke up. Went to bed. Cried and cried. Wiz was the love of my life and he broke my heart.

Nigerian poll delay saves Valentine's Day

Lol saw this article on AFP and I am like a lot of countries are really concern on how Nigeria spend and enjoy themselves. Read Below 

No Elections Till March! So Let's Drink and Dine, This Valentine," screams a bright red flier decorated with hearts from an upmarket restaurant in Nigeria's financial capital, Lagos.

Residents in Africa's most populous city had thought they would be deprived of one of their favourite festivals this year because of movement restrictions imposed for general elections.

But Valentine's Day is now back with a vengeance after the presidential and parliamentary vote initially scheduled for this Saturday was pushed back to March 28 because of security concerns.

EFCC nabbed Son of Ex-Governor of Adamawa State

The Economic and Financial crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Abdul-Aziz Nyako, son of impeached governor of Adamawa State, Murtala Nyako.

EFCC said the younger Nyako was arrested in Gombe, capital of Gombe state, and was immediately flown to Abuja “where he is currently being grilled by a crack team of detectives who had been working on the Adamawa investigation for several months”.

A statement issued Friday by Wilson Uwujaren, head of media and publicity of the EFCC reads in part: “Abdul-Aziz, who was declared wanted by the EFCC in the case of stealing, abuse of office and money laundering, is currently telling investigators all he knows about illicit funds traced to companies where he has interest.

Bobby Brown: Reports about Bobbi Kristina Brown unauthorized

The relatives of Bobbi Kristina Brown, the daughter of the late singer Whitney Houston, who have been giving media interviews about her medical condition do not have direct knowledge of her treatment, her father's attorney said on Friday.

Singer Bobby Brown's attorney asked media outlets to stop speaking with family members unauthorized to discuss the condition of his daughter, who is being treated at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta after she was found face down and unresponsive in a bathtub at her suburban home last month.

Few details about the aspiring 21-year-old singer's condition have been made public. Family members have said she is fighting for her life.