Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai sacks 20 Permanent Secretaries

Kaduna state Governor Nasir El Rufai announced yesterday through a press statement that he has sacked 20 permanent secretaries from Kaduna State civil service and has appointed new officials to fill some positions in his government.

“In line with its resolve to cut the cost of running government, the Kaduna State Government has announced the retirement of 20 permanent secretaries. This decision follows the streamlining of ministries in the state from 19 to a leaner 13, as part of efforts to free up resources to be used for providing schools, hospitals, roads and other public goods. 

Aww! Singer Timaya welcome newborn baby

Self acclaim "Egberipapa 1 of Bayelsa" and Dance Hall Singer Timaya and his babymama Barbara have welcomed their second child together, a beautiful baby girl.

The proud father announced her birth via his Instagram page with a picture of the newborn baby. See the cute baby pic below:

... When Mr Ibu strike pose with Flavour

Don't know where they actually meet shall, but from the background it look like a studio or live band section. Lol, Mr Ibu try to be gangster and Flavour been forming cool headed ... Who rocks the photo?

Rapper Eminem pens heartrendering letter to Tupac’s Mum

Okay let me be a bit sentimental here, seriously, I love this guy called Eminem, when it comes to rap music, he has been in the game for so long and still he his hanger in there. So seeing the letter he penned to Tupac's Mum gave me that smile of the real slim shaddy *winks*

This letter was a letter that Eminem wrote to Tupac's mom Afeni Shakur, after the death of Rap King Tupac. In the writing, Eminem appreciates Afeni for supporting him throughout the years and tells her how much he appreciates her son’s music and also he attached a hand sketch photo of Tupac.

Basically, the final sentence says it all: 

Rapper DMX Sentenced to Six Months in Jail

Earl Simmons, better known by his stage names DMX has been sentenced to six months in jail for failing to pay child support. He was sentenced on Tuesday night in Buffalo, New York, and has already been placed in custody.

The troubled rapper was arrested last month before a performance at Radio City Music Hall for unpaid child support, a robbery complaint and bail jumping.

Has things really gone bad for one time best rapper in the game? Report says DMX owes over $400,000 in child support.

Singer Nick Cave Son dies after falling from a Cliff

So sad! Australian musician and song writer Nick Cave's loses son after he reportedly fell from a cliff next to a beach in Brighton.

According to UK Evening Standard, Arthur Cave, 15, was left seriously injured after falling from cliffs at Ovingdean Gap yesterday afternoon. Police were called to the scene at about 6pm after reports that the teenager had fallen 60ft to the coastal path below. Passers-by rushed to give the boy first aid at the scene as they desperately tried to save his life.

Raheem Sterling completes his dream move to Manchester City

Finally one of the most controversial football transfer move come to an end as Manchester City announce the signing of Raheem Sterling for £49m deal that makes him the most expensive English footballer of all time. And report also suggest Sterling will be place on a 200,000 per week salary. Thats huge, do you think the price is right for the young talented player? 

See another picture of Sterling on City attire ...

Kylie Jenner reveals tips on her 18th birthday party plans

Ok so it is count down to the 18th Birthday of Reality star Kylie Jenner and after she hits 18 she will be regarded as an adult ... Guess the name Kylie is no longer knew to you? We already saw what she can do at 17 years ... So we expect her to go even more gaga as she coming of age in August. Kylie went on to reveal what she is most excited about on turning 18.

According to Evening Standard, Jenner who will celebrate her milestone birthday on August 10 said that that she cannot wait to be able to go on a “girl trip” without being accompanied by a legal chaperone.

Edo PDP Chieftain Slams Oshiomole Over Okonjo-Iweala Comments

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State, Prince Sani Usman, has asked Governor Adams Oshiomole of Edo State to stop picking holes in the past activities of Mrs. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala.

Usman said this in reaction to assertion by Governor Oshiomole at a Seminar in Benin that Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala illegally withdrew $1 billion from the Federation Account to prosecute the re-election bid of former President Goodluck Jonathan.

Rapper Future speaks on His Failed Relationship with Ciara, then Ciara Responds

Rapper Future has finally spoken about his failed relationship with Ciara, according to him He Wasn’t Feeling Her ‘Big Wedding’ Dreams. It sad though because they relationship was regarded as one of the best between celebs, but things went wrong and today they have broken up.

Although Ciara has long gone to address their breakup using her hit song “I Bet”, so Future decided to open up about his own part of the story in a new interview, Like I Never Left.

Abia Governor bans roadside car wash

According to report from LIB, Abia State Governor, Okezie Ikpeazu has banned roadside car wash in the state. The governor placed the ban while inspecting a new road project in Aba, the state capital and Umuahia. According to the governor, the detergents used in washing the cars on the road cause the tars on the road to deteriorate.

South African Pastor makes members eat live snake to perform miracles

According to a facebook page, South Afican Pastor with Endtimes Disciples Ministries has made his members eat a snake.

Man of God declared a snake to become a chocolate (chomp) and the congregation ate it. We have authority to change everything into anything and it will obey because of our authority.

He also made some eat stones

Photo: Rihanna rocks flowered print dress in New York

This is something very uncommon with Riri the bad gurl. The BBHMM singer was pictured rocking a green with patches of white and blue floral dress in the street of New York on Monday.

She completed her look with white Chanel shoes, the green Versace choker she rocked during her first live performance of Bitch Better Have My Money back in March and deep purple lipstick. She actually looks very different and at same time very cute on the dress,  What do you think?

See more pictures from her outing:

Photo: Governor Ambode pulls over to rescues accident victim

According to report on Monday morning, Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, ordered his vehicle to stop on Osborne Road, Ikoyi, while on his way to the office. He had just witnessed an accident on the road and stopped his vehicle in order to assist in the rescue of the victim.

The accident involve Miss Angela Anukam who was driving alone in a wine-coloured Toyota Corolla at about 8.15am, when she lost control and rammed into the median of the road before the vehicle somersaulted.

JAMB announces cut-off mark

The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board has announced 180 as the admission cut-off score for degree programmes, and 150 for national certificate in education, national diploma and national innovation diplomas.

JAMB registrar, Dibu Ojerinde, made this known at a press conference Tuesday.

#BigThief: Men Arrested For Stealing An ATM Machine

No Time to waist! Instead of stealing the cash one after the other they decided to uproot the entire machine. Two men from Clewiston, Florida, are accused of using a backhoe to steal an ATM machine from a Center State Bank location in Winter Haven. The men successfully dislodged the ATM and loaded it into their getaway truck. 

But they were pulled over and apprehended a short time later while driving back to Clewiston. UPI reports:

FG announces Friday July 17th and Monday July 20th as Public Holiday

The Federal government has declared Friday July 17th and Monday July 20th public holiday to commemorate the end of the Ramadan fast known as Eid-El-Fitri.

Why it took so long for my to transition - Caityln Jenner

Caityln Jenner finally speak on while it took her so long to finally admits her transition. Read Below:

"I had all of the issues, but I was growing up in a very different time and I had no information. Meanwhile, I had all of my diversions sports…this…that…married…family but after 65 years, here I was right back with the same problems that I had when I was 10 years old and I had to finally do something about that.Just being able to be myself. Recently I went on a trip with some of my new friends and I had such a wonderful time.I packed for the first time — as just Caitlyn, nobody else — which is the first time I’ve ever done that."

Justin Bieber regrets posting that butt naked photo that almost broke the internet

As shared by Justin Bieber ...

'Hey I Deleted the photo of my butt on Instagram not because I thought it was bad but someone close to me's daughter follows me and she was embarrassed that she saw my butt and I totally wasn't thinking in that aspect.'And I felt awful that she felt bad. To anyone I may have offended I'm so sorry. It was completely pure hearted as a joke but didn't take in account there are littles following me!!! Love u guys.'

Keyshia Cole bare boobs while on beach outing with mom

The singer shared the picture on her social media page and captioned it:

"Decided to take some pics last night at the beach,""#Here's #MomAndMe #HerNoMakeUp #Me  lol. #HappyMonday #FunTimes."

Choi! See what Nicki Minaj wore at the Airport

I am sure there is no rules restricting what you wear in public places in the US but what Nicki Minaj actually wore might seem way too much as it is very possible there are kids at the Airport too. The Rapper was seen on the see-through leggings at LAX in California few days back.

See more pictures below:

President Buhari sacks all Service Chiefs, Appoints new once (SEE LIST)

Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity Femi Adesina made the announcing known to the public yesterday that President Buhari has sacked all Service Chiefs. Some of the fired service chiefs include the Chief of Defence staff, and the heads of Army, Navy and the Air Force. After the annoucement the President went on to announce the appointment of new Service Chiefs and NSA to take the place of the sacks chief of staffs. 

Find below the approved the following appointments;

LASTMA official, who slumped on traffic duty, dies

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), who we report that slumped while controlling traffic on Ishaga Road in the Idi-Araba, Mushin area on Saturday, has died.

Kazeem Lawal, was brought in dead to the Randle Hospital, Surulere, where his colleagues had rushed him.

RIP

Lewis Hamilton kickout of Royal Box of Wimblerdon cause of inappropriate dressing

Lewis Hamilton kicked out of the Royal Box of Wimbledon because his dressing was not smart enough. 

According to further report, the 30-year-old Formula One racer - who was spotted wearing a floral shirt, hat and chinos - attended the Wimbledon Tennis Men's Final between Roger Federer and Novac Djokovic on Sunday but was told to leave the exclusive area because he was not wearing suitable attire, such as a jacket or tie.

A spokesperson for Lewis confirmed: ''Due to an unfortunate misunderstanding regarding the dress code at Wimbledon, Lewis is very disappointed to have missed the men's final.''

Arsene Wenger hails Manchester United's double swoop

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has admitted that Manchester United have signed "two top class players" in the form of Bastian Schweinsteiger and Morgan Schneiderlin.

The Red Devils have today completed a double swoop for the midfield pair, which will boost Louis van Gaal's options in the centre of the park significantly.

Schweinsteiger has a vast level of experience, while Schneiderlin's performances for the Saints in the Premier League have been met with widespread praise in recent years.

Man United complete double swoop of Morgan Schneiderlin and Bastian Schweinsteiger

Manchester United today announce the signing of both Germany International Bastian Schweinsteiger and French Midfielder Morgan Schneiderlin from Bayern Munich and Southampton respectively.

Bastian Schweinsteiger completed his move to United after penning down a three year contracts for a fee of £15m while Morgan Schneiderlin signed a four year deal for a fee in the region of £25million.

Watch How Young Man United fan floods im tears after Robin van Persie leaves Old Trafford

Guess this young lad couldn't bear the fact that he won't be seeing Robin Van Persie in the popular Red Devil Uniform come next season. Well I guess this is much more better as Van Persie won't be playing in the same league with his former club. He will be playing far away Turkey and only the UEFA Competition could bring them to face each other. Go ask an Arsenal Fan how it feels like to see your star player play against you in same leauge and I guess you won't have to cry this much.

Watch how the young lad reacted below:

Nintendo President Satoru Iwata Dies at 55

President of Japanese popular gaming company Nintendo, Satoru Iwata has died at the age of 55 following a battle with cancer. 

Iwata first joined Nintendo in the 1980s, working on games including Balloon Fight, Earth Boundand the Kirby franchise, working his way up the company before taking on the top post in 2002 following the retirement of Hiroshi Yamauchi, the company’s president since 1949, becoming only the fourth president in Nintendo’s history and the first to be unrelated to the Yamauchi family. Two years ago, he became CEO of Nintendo of America, Inc.

Chelsea Complete Signing of Asmir Begovic From Stoke City

Chelsea have confirmed the signing of Asmir Begovic from Stoke City in a statement on their ​official website, revealing that the stopper will join on a four-year deal.

"I am very happy to be joining Chelsea FC. After speaking at length to the manager, I feel like I can develop here and be an important part of this team. I am looking forward to meeting up with the team on Wednesday for the pre-season tour."

Begovic will be given the vacant number 1 jersey, formerly inhabited by the departed Petr Cech, with Thibaut Courtois keeping his number 13 shirt. The fee hasn't been announced, but is thought to be in the region of £8m

FCTA Orders The Sealing Of Properties In Abuja District

Due to an alleged failure of property owners in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, to comply with a re-decoration order, the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has obtained a court order to seal-off 36 premises in Asokoro District. 

FCTA’s Department of Development Control, had previously issued a re-decoration order to owners of the 36 houses. The order was given by Folashade Oyekan, Presiding Judge of the Mobile Court, set up to try redecoration offenders. Oyekan also ordered that five of the defaulters who were present in court, should be given a two-week grace to redecorate their premises or risk being sealed-off.