Malaysia confirms plane debris washed up on Reunion Island is from Flight MH370

Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak confirmed that the wreckage found on Reunion Island last week belongs to the Malaysia Airlines plane that went missing with 239 passengers and crew on board in March, 2014.

"The international team of experts have conclusively confirmed that the aircraft debris found on Reunion Island is indeed from MH370," he said in a televised statement

Below is the Prime Minister’s statement in full: 

Iggy Azalea Admits She Got a Nose Job

Iggy at the BBMAs in May, left, vs. Iggy in March, notice any change?

Okay few months back when Iggy Azalea stepped out on the Billboard Music Awards there was something wrong with her looks, definitely something has change! And Yes, thats true, it was her nose. She got a Nose job done.

In the latest issue of Seventeen Magazine, Iggy admits she got a nose job. She said:

“I’m not denying it. Denying it is lame,” she said.

“I don’t think you should be ashamed if you made a change to yourself, which is why I’ve spoken about the changes I’ve made, like with my breasts. Some women are really happy they got them, and some women changed their noses when they were younger, and when they got older they wished they didn’t.”

 

Kendall Jenner and Nick Jonas secretly dating?

Kendall Jenner and Nick Jonas secretly having an affair according to latest reports. Keeping Up with Kardashians Star is rumoured to be dating the Jealous singer after being set up by her friend Gigi Hadid and Nick's brother Joe, who are a couple. After Nick's break-up from Olivia Culpo in June, their matchmaking seems to have come at the right time.

“They had a flirty chemistry from the start,” a source told Us Weekly of their text exchanges. “Nick was single and looking to date and there was an obvious attraction. He absolutely thinks she's hot.”

Lagos State Government releases N11bn to pay pensioners

The Lagos State Government has released N11bn to pay off pension liabilities in arrears in the state since 2010 to date.

The Head of Service, Mrs. Folashade Jaji, on Wednesday in Alausa, Ikeja, said the state Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, had directed that the sum should be used to pay the pension liabilities of the Lagos State Government mainstream retirees and the retirees in local governments areas.

Jaji said, 

Chrissy Teigen ready to start a family with Hubby John Legend

Super Model Chrissy Teigen finally ready for a family with Hubby John Legend and she lookup to Kim and Kanye West as aspiration to have her own family ... Guess how many kids she wants? Read On:

Teigen has admitted she is keen to settle down with her husband John Legend after ten years of being bicoastal (living on, taking place in, or involving both the Atlantic and Pacific coasts of the US).

Lecturer rapes 18- year-old female seeking admission in UNILAG

A part-time lecturer at the University of Lagos, Akoka, Afeez Baruwa, has been arrested by the police in Lagos for allegedly raping an 18-year-old girl, identified as Caroline (not her real name).

It was learnt that the victim, who was reportedly raped inside a study room, was seeking admission into the University.

Baruwa who was arrested by the Surulere Police Division on Monday, August 3 told the police in his statement that the sexual intercourse was by mutual consent, insisting that he did not rape the victim. 

Caroline got to know the lecturer through her Dad because they both belonged to the same landlords’ association in the Abesan, Ipaja area. 

NEMA warns Nigerians to prepare for drought all over the Country

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) yesterday advised Nigerians to prepare for possible drought all over the country.

NEMA’s warning followed the prediction of heavy rainfall by the Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NIMET). The North West coordinator of NEMA, Musa Illalah, gave the advice in Kaduna during a workshop on liquid and solid waste management in the context of flood mitigation.

Represented by the director, Administration of the agency, Amina Ahman, Illalah said the implication of the NIMET alert was because there may be excessive rainfall hence, states in the North ought to anticipate drought.

He said:

DOWNLOAD: Ed Sheeran drop new song Growing Up with Macklemore and Ryan Lewis

As promise early yesterday, Singer Ed Sheeran released a brand new track with Macklemore and Ryan Lewis.

The 24-year-old musician tweeted the track to his 14 million followers hours after teasing them with news of a new song. Titled Growing Up, the track features Macklemore and American producer Lewis.

Sheeran tweeted: 

007 Actor Pierce Brosnan caught with a knife at US airport

Former 007 actor Pierce Brosnan has been caught with a knife by US agents while preparing to board a flight in Vermont. Yes this is reality and not a movie ... We all know the stunt he would have pulled if it was actually a movie role *winks*

The Hollywood star was stopped by Transportation Security Administration officers at Burlington International Airport after a prohibited knife was found in his carry-on.

Fast America Rapper Busta Rhymes arrested

Busta Rhymes has been arrested after involving in fight at gym. The 43-year-old rapper is currently behind bars in New York after he argued with a gym worker while working out at Steel Gym in Chelsea yesterday evening, and allegedly threw a container of Muscle Milk - a powdered protein drink - and struck the man on the back of the head.

Mariah Carey shutdown Hollywood as the Singer receive her Walk of Fame Star

Multiple Award winning Singer Mariah Carey shut down Hollywood when she received her Walk of Fame star on Wednesday. The 45-year-old songstress has sold over 200 million albums and claimed 18 number one singles in the United States since her debut into the music industry in 1988, that's 27 years ago and she is still counting.

And on Wednesday the Dreamlover singer was finally awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, where she will be immortalised forever in cement on the sidewalk alongside the names of the entertainment industry's most revered creatives.

She tweeted:

Boko Haram gun down Nine Nigerian fishermen by Lake Chad

Boko Haram Islamists shot dead nine fishermen in a village near the shores of Lake Chad in northeastern Nigeria according to a leading fisherman who survive the attack.

According to report obtain by AFP, the men were heading towards the fishing town of Baga on Tuesday when they were stopped by the militants, dragged out of their van and gunned down, said Abubakar Gamandi, head of the fishermen's union in Borno State.

Senate Summons CBN Governor Over Depreciating Naira

The Senate has summoned the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Godwin Emefiele, to explain the depreciation of the Naira and its implications for the Nigerian economy.

Federal lawmakers expressed concern that the Naira had depreciated in the last few months at a much faster rate than it had appreciated over the last two years.

The federal lawmaker, who moved the motion raised an alarm that the illicit fund flows and money laundering going through the Nigerian financial system is contributing to weakening the value of the Naira.

Floyd Mayweather To Fight Berto In September

Mayweather is Back to the Ring! The undefeated American boxer, Floyd Mayweather, will attempt to match Rocky Marciano’s record of 49 unbeaten run when he squares up against Andre Berto on September 12.

The former Welterweight champion, Berto, has 30 wins and three losses before the bout with his fellow American.

Super Eagles Footballer, Ahmed Musa & wife welcome their 2nd child (PHOTOs)

CSKA Moscow and Super Eagles Ace player, Ahmed Musa and his lovely wife Jemila have welcomed their second child, a girl. Jemila gave birth at a Russian hospital this morning. The couple already have a son, Ahmed Musa Junior. Lol, the resemblance of his son though! Perfect replica of his father ... Hope he becomes a footballer too ... 

Trans Model Mia Isabella confirm affair with Tyga

Okay now there is a different twist to the reports that booze the media few weeks ago, in which Rapper Tyga had a sexual relationship with transsexual actress Mia Isabella after steamy text messages between them leaked online. Although Mia has been relatively quiet and refuse to comment on the issue, but last night Mia kinda admitted the rumors were true in an instagram post where she accused Tyga of spinning the story in the media to make himself look like the victim and her the villain. 

Mia posted this below:

Bobbi Kristina's deathbed photo sold to National Enquirer (Graphic Photo)

TMZ earlier reported that a family member was selling the photo of Late Bobbi Kristiana  in her hospital bed before she died and that seem to be true now. The photo was sold to National Enquirer and they released it on their front cover today.

Another pic after the cut ...

Enraged woman publicly accuses NEMA of stealing relief materials meant for them

During today visit of government official to the National Youth Service Camp in Damare, Adamawa State where IDP's are camped, an angry woman publicly accused NEMA officials of stealing & selling relief materials meant for Internally Displaced Persons in the state.

The coordinator for NEMA, Sa’ad Bello who was briefing Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu on his official visit to assess the conditions of the IDP camps got cut off as the woman interrupted their discussion and accused the agency of theft.

Photos of Boko Haram members apprehended in Borno community

These Boko Haram members were arrested by members of the Civilian JTF in Borno village three days after they attacked some villages. They were apprehended at Malari village at Konduga Local Government area of Borno state and were presented to the state Governor, Kashim Shettima today August 5th 

More Photo after the cut ...

President Buhari Fires All NNPC Group Executive Directors (SEE FULL LIST)

President Buhari has sacked the Group Executive Directors (GEDs) of Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation according to report.

This news comes barely one day after President Buhari appointed Emmanuel Ibe Kachikwu as the Group Managing Director of the NNPC. The GEDs fired are Mr. Ian Udoh leading Refining and Petrochemicals, Mr. Adebayo Ibirogba leading the Engineering and Technical team.

Cameroonian Government Repatriate 12,000 Nigerian Refugees

About 12,000 Nigerian refugees, mostly from Borno state, have been repatriated by the Cameroonian government. Most of the refugees say they are being repatriated against their will. The authorities in Cameroon believe Boko Haram members are entering their country, disguising as refugees. 

Picture This: ... When Nyesom Wike use to be Loyal to Rotimi Amaechi

Okay that is actually Governor Nkem Wike of Rivers State doing the yoruba "dubale" for his former boss Rotimi Amaechi ... Hehehe, you won't see this kind of picture ever again, both of them are now standing tall

Presidency approves actions to fast-track environmental clean-up of Ogoniland

Press statement from Presidency

In keeping with his avowed commitment to working for the development and well-being of all Nigerians, President Muhammadu Buhari Wednesday in Abuja approved several actions to fast-track the long delayed implementation of the United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) Report on the environmental restoration of Ogoniland. 

Photo: Meet the 52 years old mum who still breastfeeds her 6 year old daughter

First I thought there use to be lactation period? I remember these biological terms vividly and at 52 years where would the breast milk be coming from? Biko, someone with more idea, help solve this ...

Maha Al Musa, 52, from Australia, shared photos of her still nursing daughter Aminah. In Aussie TV show Inside Story: Mother Knows Best,she says 

Karen Igho look sparkling beautiful in new photo

The beautiful mom show off post pregnancy photo, she glows in the pic

Brazilian Miss Bum-Bum contestants cause traffic commotion in their bikinis (Photos)

The Miss Bum Bum Brazil 2015 saw women flock to Sao Paulo to take part in an annual pageant which judges them on their behinds.

The contestants stopped traffic as they posed in the middle of Sao Paulo's main avenue, Avenida Paulista.

More than 500 women are competing in the pageant and 27 will be chosen to represent each of the Brazilian states, with 15 then put before the public vote in November.

Ed Sheeran to drop new single today by 5pm UK Time

Singer Ed Sheeran has revealed that he will release a new song at 5pm this evening. The 24-year-old singer tweeted the news to his 14 million fans and teased that the new track is a collaboration.

He tweeted: “New song dropping at 5pm today UK time.

“Oh and it's free.”

He later added: “It's a new collaboration and you think you've guessed it but you haven't innit. 5pm GMT.”

Fashion designer excretes 44 wraps of cocaine (PHOTO)

Okechukwu Kingsley Ajaero a 29-year-old fashion designer,  has been arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) over allegations of unlawful importation and possession of 44 wraps of substances that tested positive for cocaine weighing 850grammes.

According to a statement by NDLEA, Okechukwu who hails from Abia state was arrested at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) Lagos during the inward screening of passengers on a Qatar Airline flight arriving from Sao Paulo.

Nigeria Troops remove mines and IED's from Gwoza Road in Borno (PHOTOs)

Our brave Nigerian troops found and removed IED and mines planted by Boko Haram members along Gwoza-Yemteke road in Borno State. We really have to laud this brave men, because what you are seeing them toying with is an actual explosive that can detonate with a slight ignition. Kudos to our troops, God continue to protect you all

More photos after the cut ...

WTF! See Hotel Were Guest Sleep in a coffin

This said Crypt in Lewiston, Maine belonged to Monsignor Thomas Wallace, It was converted after former church was sold and turned into a hotel. 

According to UK Daily Mail, guests who check into the Inn at the Agora, a boutique hotel in Lewiston, Maine, can rest inside a crypt that stored the remains of a Catholic priest for 100 years.