Ministerial Screening: Fashola, Amaechi and Fayemi allegedly fail screening

The Department of State Service, has reportedly concluded the screening of the ministerial nominees of President Muhammadu Buhari.

While Femi Falana, Pat Utomi and several others have been purportedly screened, a report by Nigerian Pilot insinuated that three former governors failed their screening.

The former governors; Babatunde Fashola (Lagos), Rotimi Amaechi (Rivers), Kayode Fayemi (Ekiti), are all believed to have close ties with President Muhammadu Buhari, having actively campaigned for him during the election.

Obasanjo claims to have left N287bn Abacha loot in the treasury

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo said he left behind over N287bn loot recovered from late Head of state, Gen. Sani Abacha.

Obasanjo says he left in the national treasury the money, which is broken down as; $2bn, £100m and N10bn in cash and property.

He said the funds were paid into the treasury through the Central Bank of Nigeria.

Based on the present exchange rate, the money would be higher than N287bn, but the exchange rate in 2007 was N125.88 to a dollar and N247.99 to a pound.

Amaechi accused of withdrawing N55bn from Rivers State treasury in 1 year

Former governor of Rivers state, Rotimi Amaechi has been dragged into a fresh scandal. He is alleged to have drained Rivers state reserves from N55 billion to N1.24 billion within the time frame of a single year.

Out of the amount allegedly withdrawn by Amaechi, N53.93 billion was said to be without a list of expenditure. Budgit, a civic startup that disseminates budgets and public data, made the revelation on Sunday, via its Twitter handle.

Budgit stated that it obtained the information from FBN trustees, while disclosing the figures.

Chibok girls are now Boko Haram insurgents - Boko Haram Returnee

Tabitha Adamu, a returnee from Boko Haram’s captivity, says the girls have become insurgents. The 21-year-old, who is one of the girls freed from the insurgent camp and handed over to the Borno State Government last week, revealed that most of the Chibok girls had been conscripted by Boko Haram.

Tabitha, who is pregnant for one of the insurgent commanders who forcibly married her, said she mingled with the girls at various times in the camp.

Tabitha said she was taken from Bayan Dutse in Gwoza Local Government Area, when the insurgents invaded her village.

Woman who donated N1m to Buhari’s campaign, is critically ill

The 90-year-old woman, Hajia Talle Maituwo who donated N1 million to the campaign of President Muhammadu Buhari, is critically ill and suffering from partial stroke.

A certain Idris Kuringafa, disclosed on his Facebook page, that she is gradually paralyzing and her speech has become incoherent.

Kuiringafa revealed that Kebbi state governor, Atiku Bagudu, had promised to fly her to Dubai for medical treatment, but so far, nothing has been done.

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Beyoncé & Jay Z Love up in holiday photo at Sardinia

Beyoncé and Jay Z show how drunk in love they both feel as they showoff tender moment while on vacation in Sardinia. The picture look so great, not sure if they are actually pose for this or the hand work of our paparazzi. They look at how beautiful Blue Ivy appear in her print dress, she has grown

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Tupac 19th Anniversary: Kendrick Lamar Pens touching tribute Letter to mark his Death

To mark the anniversary of Legendary Tupac,  Kendrick Lamar pen a touching tribute letter and also shares is first time he actually met Tupac on stage.

The letter was posted on 2Pac’s official website and tells the story of the first time Kendrick saw his idol on set of the “California Love (Remix)” video near his home.

See tribute letter after the cut ...

Busty Cossy Orjiakor receives her first international award

Cossy Orjiakor received her First International Award in Germany this weekend. According to her, she won the 'Distinctive Daring Artist' from Europe Golden Awards. 

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WTH! ... Man uses piece of rope as a mechnism to shut is vehicle door

Lol, there is nothing you won't see in this life, from far away Bribie Island comes this next funny report. Bribie Island Police were left stunned recently when they pulled over a driver who had his door held shut with a piece of rope. The car was one of 11 ­defective vehicles stopped by Bribie Island police from August 18 to August 25.

Bribie Island Police ­station officer-in-charge Senior Sergeant Dave Crawford-Raby said the car was pulled over on August 18 after an officer ­noticed the driver’s door moving.

World’s first head transplant procedures will be perform in 2017

30 year old Valery Spiridonov who was diagnosed with a genetic muscle-wasting condition called Werdnig-Hoffmann disease and volunteered for the surgery procedure despite the risks involved has been scheduled for 2017 and will become the world’s first head transplant patient.  

According to Central European News (CEN) report, He said “When I realized that I could participate in something really big and important, I had no doubt left in my mind and started to work in this direction,” Spiridonov, a Russian computer scientist, told CEN. “The only thing I feel is the sense of pleasant impatience, like I have been preparing for something important all my life and it is starting to happen.”

Beautiful Monalisa Chinda celebrates her birthday while on set as prison scene

Beautiful Actress and stylish Monalisa Chinda birthday caught up with her while working as they say business before pleasure, so decided to celebrate it while on set filming a prison scene yesterday, she shared photos from the birthday party, held while she was still in her costume. Isn't she gorgeous? Her eyes though! Still wondering if she uses contact lenses? 

A big Happy Birthday from MP's Blog, Hun!

Checkout Solange Knowles stylish photo with her husband and son

Sister to Queen B, Solange Knowles shares rare photo of herself, husband, Alan Ferguson and her 10 year old son, Daniel Julez

President Buhari reassures Nigeria on Security and Corruption Fight

President Muhammadu Buhari who was represented by Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo at the second plenary meeting of Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), near Port Harcourt on Sunday said we are on course to militarily route Boko Haram and make them incapable of taking over any territory. 

He said:

Singer Waje shares no make up photo ... Wow she looks flawless

She still stuns even without makeup

Kim Kardashian shares funny photo of North West

Not sure if the picture has been touch, but this picture is very hilarious.

Watch Chris Brown Brings Royalty On Stage After Custody Battle Victory

After Chris Brown won a 50/50 custody of his daughter Royalty, the sensational singer has not for one day hidden how happy he has been.

He recently welcome his daughter Royalty to join him on stage during his concert in New Mexico on Sept. 12 . Watch Below:

Floyd Mayweather Jr retires after farewell victory

Floyd Mayweather Jr. signed off from professional boxing as he had planned, going out unbeaten and on his own terms as 'The Best Ever' after improving his career record to 49-0.

After a 19-year run that produced world titles in five weight divisions and earnings in excess of $800m, Mayweather bade farewell to the ring with a clinical display to earn a unanimous decision over fellow American Andre Berto.

Manny Pacquiao: From bread vendor to boxing champion

Alamieyeseigha says Obasanjo is a Devil Incarnate

Bayelsa State former Governor, Diepreye Peter Alamieyeseigha has branded ex-president Olusegun Obasanjo is a devil incarnate. The former governor said, though he had forgiven Obasanjo, who allegedly championed the campaign that led to his impeachment and subsequent incarceration, the experience, however, remained very painful to him.

Alamieyeseigha, who received state pardon from immediate past President, Dr Goodluck Jonathan, told VANGUARD that Obasanjo’s conscience had been pricking him because of the role he played in his political misfortunes.

Watch Jose Mourinho reaction after Chelsea’s lost to Everton

Chelsea FC lost today see them drop to 16 place after five games and we all know how Jose Mourinho reacts to the press. Watch what he has to say ...

See Twitter Reactions after Man United New Signing Anthony Scores on his début

Anthony Martial was introduced to Old Trafford as he pulled off a moment that will be played time and time again.

The 19-year-old showed full va-va-voom as he produced a finish reminiscent of Thierry Henry in his pomp to secure Manchester United's win against Liverpool.

He took 13 minutes to get a touch of the ball, but when he got it at his feet, he immediately started paying off the big bucks that United paid for him.

Nigeria To Experience Lunar Eclipse

A lunar eclipse is expected to be visible in Nigeria on Monday September 28, 2015 for five hours and eleven minutes.

According to a statement signed by the Deputy Director in charge of Media and Communications at the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA), Dr. Felix Ale, the natural occurrence will start by 1:11am and end by 6:22 am.

Bomb Blast Rocks IDPs Camp In Yola

A bomb blast reportedly hit Malkohi IDPs camp in Yola, Adamawa State capital. Sources at the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), who confirmed the explosion, said that three people were injured, but did not confirm any death.

The blast was said to have gone off at a warehouse of the camp. The police have since condoned the area.

Friday’s blast comes about three months after a bomb blast left about 32 people dead in an explosion that ripped through a busy market in Yola.

President Buhari Sacks Chairmen Of FCT Internal Revenue Service, SEB & UBEB

President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the immediate sack of the Chairmen of FCT Internal Revenue Service, Secondary Education Board (SEB) and Universal Basic Education Board (UBEB).

The approval was contained in a letter sent to the FCT Permanent Secretary, Engineer John Obinna Chukwu, by the Secretary to the Federal Government.

September 11 Anniversary: Americans Remember Souls of the Departed

Americans on September 11, remember the lives lost when terrorists hijacked passenger planes and rammed into New York City’s World Trade Center, in Washington.

14 years ago, terrorists killed 2,977 people in one of the deadliest attacks on American soil. Tears flowed as the nation marks a dark day in sorrowful yet hopeful ceremonies. On September 11, 2001, terrified strangers became friends as Americans united on a day that changed the world forever.

Today, like every other anniversary, a resilient nation looked forward to the future, but remembered the past.

Flood Displaces Over 90,000 People In Japan

More than 90,000 people have been forced to abandon their homes in Japan, as widespread flooding and landslides hit the city of Joso, north of the capital, Tokyo.

Helicopter rescue teams have been plucking people from rooftops. One person has been reported missing in the region, and at least 12 are injured. The heavy downpour came a day after a tropical storm brought winds of up to 125km/h. The hardest-hit areas have been Ibaraki and Tochigi Prefectures.

Osun State Government Promises To Pay Outstanding Wages Before September End

Osun State Governor, Rauf Aregbesola, on Tuesday assured civil servants that they will be paid their outstanding salary arrears before the end of the month.

‎Aregbesola made the disclosure while speaking at the National flag off ceremony for the distribution of FGN/UBEC plastic chairs and tables to all the states in the country, in Osogbo, the Osun state capital.

NNPC Seeks Military Collaboration To Curb Oil Theft

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has sought more support of the Nigerian military in tackling crude oil theft, pipeline vandalism and other vices in Nigeria’s maritime environment.

At a meeting at the Defence Headquarters in Abuja, between the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Gabriel Olonisakin and Group Managing Director (GMD) of the NNPC, Dr. Emmanuel Kachikwu, the Defence Chief told the NNPC boss that the Armed Forces would interface with the Corporation to ensure that all the problems that the NNPC was facing got needed attention.

General Olonisakin noted that “already the Nigerian Navy has put up a lot of initiatives that will ensure that issues of pipeline vandalism, piracy and oil theft are addressed”.

An Australian pen heartbreaking tribute to drowned Syrian boys

An anonymous Australian has written a heartbreaking tribute to the Syrian toddler that was drowned while trying to find safety from the war in Syria. (Read Here)

The Tribute Reads:

CONTROVERSY! Caitlyn Jenner apply for Golf Membership as Bruce Jenner

Another controversy trails the transformation Bruce Jenner to Caitlyn Jenner as the Olympian winner has reportedly apply for a golf club membership as ‘Bruce’. 

According to hollywoodlife, in the upcoming episode of ‘I Am Cait.’ In a new sneak peek at the Sept. 6 episode, we see her friend, Ronda Kamihira, questioning her motives, as she’s in disbelief. 

Heartbreaking images of drowned Syrian toddler cause World outraged

Shocking images of drowned Syrian toddler who where trying to find safety from the currently dilemma in Syria has caused outraged as the world react to the horror of human tragedy.

According to the guardian, on Wednesday images of the lifeless body of a young boy  one of at least 12 Syrians who drowned attempting to reach the Greek island of Kos  encapsulated the extraordinary risks refugees are taking to reach the west.