Singer Lesley Gore died at age 68

According to Bang Showbiz, Lesley Gore has died aged 68. The 'It's My Party' hitmaker sadly passed away on Monday (02.16.15) at the New York University Langone Medical Center in Manhattan after losing her battle with lung cancer, her partner of 33 years Lois Sasson has confirmed.

The blonde beauty had a long and successful career after she climbed into the number one hotspot in the US charts with her catchy track 'It's My Party' in 1963.

She then continued to score in the top five with her songs 'Judy's Turn to Cry', 'She's a Fool' and 'You Don't Own Me'.

Read Story On How Arik staff were caught stealing at Lagos airport

The Aviation Minister, Osita Chidoka, on Monday said the ministry has arrested three Arik Air staff for stealing fuel from an aircraft.

Mr. Chidoka said on his official Facebook page that the trio of Blessing Dugbe, Samuel Asuquo and Isaac Ajakaiye were arrested at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos, during a security patrol operation on Sunday at about around 3 a.m.

Mr. Chidoka said the trio were stealing Jet A1 fuel from Arik Air plane, with registration number: 5N-MID into six jerry cans for sales at cheaper price to other unsuspecting airline operators.

New Music: @LaraGeorge - 'Durotimi'

Award winning Gospel Lara George known for her sonorous voice releases the video for the second single, 'Durotimi' off her ‘Love Nwantintin‘ album.

“Durotimi” is a described as a fresh highlife-style song. The title of the songs means ‘Stay With Me’ – From one lover’s heart to another, it’s real, vulnerable and deep, and just as hopeful of a happily-ever-after ending as any fairytale.

Watch Below:

Govt Oshiomole Calls For The Arrest Of Politicians Buying PVCs

Edo State Governor Adams Oshiomhole has called on the Police and other security agencies in the state to investigate and arrest some desperate politicians, who he accused of purchasing Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) from eligible voters.

Oshiomole made the call, Monday, when he received the new Commissioner of Police for the state, Samuel Damilola Adegbuyi, who visited him in his office.

“Everyday, I hear reports about some desperate politicians buying PVCs from people, particularly villagers and even non-villagers, sometimes for as much as N5,000,” the governor said.

Report: Central Africa leaders plan Boko Haram offensive

Leaders from Central Africa have met in Cameroon to finalise plans for a military offensive against Boko Haram fighters in Nigeria and neighbouring countries.

Representatives of 10 nations met in the capital Yaounde on Monday under the aegis of the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) and committed to spend $86m to fight Boko Haram.

They also urged the international community to provide more support to counter the armed group.

Nigeria-based Boko Haram has widened its attacks into neighbouring nations, notably Cameroon and Chad, in a conflict estimated to have claimed a total 13,000 lives since 2009.

Prof Wole Soyinka’s Sounds Warning To Nigerians Ahead Of The Presidential Election

Nobel Laureate Prof Wole Soyinka has called on Nigerians to be prepared to deal return to the trenches if a wrong choice is made in the March 28 Presidential election.

“All I know is that if a wrong choice is made, we must all be prepared and we should start preparing to go back to the trenches whatever it takes,” Soyinka told BBC’s Will Ross in an interview.

Asked about his view of the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s presidential candidate Muhammadu Buhari, who he wrote about in his memoir, Soyinka said his regime as head of state was second to only the Abacha regime in terms of brutality. However, he admits that people change.

Obasanjo, an embarrassment to the military- Defense HQ releases statement

The Nigerian military just released a statement on its Facebook page blasting former president and retired General Olusegun Obasanjo over his recent remarks alleging that president Jonathan wants to use the military/Service Chiefs to extend his tenure. Find the Defense press statement below...

The Defence Headquarters has noted the remarks of a former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo as reported in the media stating his views on perceived state of the armed forces and the roles being allegedly played by the military in the nation's political process in recent times. The leadership and cross section of the military believes that the former President and retired General has every right to be interested in the actions and fate of the military. Hence, his views like many others will continue to be accorded the well-deserved attention. It is however noteworthy that most of his utterances lately indicate an attitude of playing to the gallery or indulging in politicization of serious national security or military affairs.

Kim Kardashian West Shares a Romantic Kiss with Hubby, Kanye on Val Day

💋❤️😍 pic.twitter.com/qcHWFBbzY9
— Kim Kardashian West (@KimKardashian) February 15, 2015

There is nothing stopping them from expressing their love now, Hope they keep the fire on #Romantical

Sumptuous! See How @CynthiaMorgan1 decided to Show Off Her Massive Bossom

I love my neck piece...lol.Do you?

A photo posted by Cynthia Morgan(Star Gyal) (@cynthiamorgan1) on Feb 15, 2015 at 8:45am PST

What do you really think of the booblace, sorry I mean necklace, LMAO!

Ivory Coast Defender Kolo Toure retires from international football

Fresh from being part of Ivory Coast's Africa Cup of Nations-winning side, defender Kolo Toure has retired from international football.

Kolo Toure has called time on his international career a week after helping Ivory Coast win the Africa Cup of Nations. 

The Liverpool defender, who turns 34 next month, converted a crucial penalty as Herve Renard's defeated Ghana 9-8 in a thrilling shootout in last Sunday's final. 

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.