EFCC sue woman for attempting to export counterfeit travellers cheques

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Monday June 20, arraigned Favour Omeigba Bello before Justice (Prof) Chuka Augustine Obiozor of the Federal High Court of Lagos State, Ikoyi on 3-count charge bordering on attempt to export counterfeit, Possession of counterfeit and forgery.

The accused, Bello, was arrested by officials of the NDLEA on January 16, 2016 at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, Lagos, during the outward clearance of passengers on Ethiopian Airline to Dubai and was later transferred to the EFCC for further investigation.

SHOCKING: Donald Trump fires campaign manager Corey Lewandowski

Donald Trump fired his chief Campaign manager, Corey Lewandowski, who helped him win Republican presidential nominating contests but constantly clashed with other advisers on how to appeal to the broader general electorate on Monday.Corey was seen as having a hostile relationship with many members of the national press corps who cover Mr. Trump, and many officials at the Republican National Committee didn't have good relationships with him.

Corey was often at odds with Mr. Trump’s chief strategist, Paul Manafort, who was brought on in March when the candidate seemed poised for a lengthy fight over delegates. Mr. Lewandowski was said to have resisted certain moves that would have increased the number of staff members, at times blocking Mr. Manafort from making hires or later undoing them.

Nigeria DJ's Association uplift ban place on Singer Terry

The association of Nigeria DJ's has left the ban place on playing Singer Terry G songs in any event. The “DJ Association of Nigeria affirms this in a press release from the body.

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In Enugu State: Peace Mass Transport vehicle involved in a ghastly accident

A terrible accident involving a vehicle from transport company Peace Mass occurred on Airport road, Emene, Enugu. At the time of posting this, there have been no word on the number of survivors or casualties.

The curves Khloe Kardashian got though ... (PHOTO)

While on set for KUWTK, camera perfectly spotted Khloe Kardashian curves at a perfect angle (Lol) on Monday in Los Angeles, California. 

Gbenro Ajibade cushion his wife Osas's baby bump (PHOTO)

They are expecting their first child together. This is the beauty of pregnancy right ladies?

PHOTOs: Ex Super Eagles player Uche Kalu & wife celebrate their 5th wedding anniversary

Ex Super Eagles player Uche Kalu and his ex-beauty queen wife, Stephanie, hosted family, friends & colleagues to a dinner party celebration of their 5th wedding anniversary. 

HOT, HOT: CEO Dancer Nqobile put Curves on display

South African 24-year-old stylist Nqobile Ntshangase is one of the dancers of CEO Dancers

"Current Recruitment Exercise Claim is a Scam" - Nigeria Customs Service

The Nigeria Customs Service debunks recruitment exercise currently going around  via a post on their Facebook Official Page.

Read the statement below..

Nigeria Customs Service is launching on an all-out war against internet fraudsters who specialise in extorting money from innocent Nigerians under the pretext of offering them jobs, auctions or contracts.

Biko, Guys would you allow your Girlfriend wear this?

Biko, Guys would you allow your Girlfriend wear this? And Ladies would you rock this?

PHOTO: Sports Minister, NFF President pictured at Amodu Shuaibu's 8th day prayer

Sports Minister Barrister Solomon Dalung and NFF President Amaju Pinnick were among the long list of football enthusiast that attended the 8th day prayer for the late coach Amodu Shuaibu over the weekend at his Surulere home.

PHOTOs: Drake meet with CEO Dancers

The CEO Dancers is a dance trio, made up of 2 Nigerians 22-year-old student Ezinne Asinugo & 23-year-old sales advisor Soliat Bada and a South African 24-year-old stylist Nqobile Ntshangase pictured with Drake in LA recently

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NFF receive Late Keshi's Children at their Headquarter

Late Sports Icon Stephen Keshi's children, Jennifer and Stephen Jnr and delegation from African Independent Television paid a condolence visit to the NFF headquarters in Abuja, yesterday June 21. 

PHOTOS: Lebron James and Cavaliers Team receive heroic welcome at Cleveland airport

The celebration still continues as Cleveland squad receive cheers from thousands of fans who showed up to welcome them, while iconic anthem 'We Are the Champions' blared through speakers on the ground.

The mere sight of Lebron stepping off the Cleveland Cavaliers' team plane carrying the long-coveted NBA title he promised to deliver for the city set fans screaming in joy. See more photos after the cut.

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OPINION: Three things that celebrity deaths (SHOULD) teach us

This year has seen the entertainment and sport industry lose some of their colleagues, but are do we react after it occurs? Well I read through this post by Chioma Nnani and it makes a whole lot of sense. So I am sharing it here so we can learn one or two ...

Below are the 3 things she outline:

1. Mourning or mobbing someone on social media, is the new definition of cool.

Have you ever seen someone get trolled, mobbed and decimated on social media? Sometimes, you read it and wonder how many of the commentators actually know the subject.

Social media mourning kinda works like that, too. There appears to be something that compels people to join a group … even if the original members of the group aren't doing something sensible or productive.

Federal High Court Freezes Jimoh Ibrahim’s Worldwide Assets Including His Bank Accounts Over N50b Debt

This week probably might not be a good one for the multi-business owner Jimoh Ibrahim as AMCON takes over his assets world wide and his bank accounts frozen

According to Sahara, The Federal High Court, Lagos Division has frozen all the assets of businessman Jimoh Ibrahim, as well as his NICON Investment Limited and Global Fleet Oil and Gas Limited. Justice Saliu Saidu issued the interim injunction in response to an application by Mr. Yusuf Ali, counsel to the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) on June 14th, and it will stay in place until all the issues concerning their indebtedness to AMCON are determined.

Justice Saliu Saidu issued the interim injunction in response to an application by Mr. Yusuf Ali, counsel to the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) on June 14th, and it will stay in place until all the issues concerning their indebtedness to AMCON are determined.

Women can now Get Prescription For Birth Control Pills Without Visiting Doctor Offices with New App

Photo Credit: videohive

Women who find it difficult to visit their doctors to get prescriptions for birth control, can now get prescriptions through a mobile phone app.

Lemonaid Health, the operator of Lemonaid.com, is a simpler and faster way to get health care online.

Lemonaid offers quick and low cost prescription treatment for just $15 anytime without the hassle of appointments, waiting rooms or awkward video-conferences.

Its low price is making the service accessible to both patients with health insurance or among the 29 million who remain without it.

Its Over: Iggy Azalea tow the car she gifted Nick Young out of her home

It seems there is no going back for Iggy Azalea over her decision to dump Nick Young as she has started taking Nick's stuff out of her house.

via TMZ,

Iggy Azalea was dead serious about getting Nick Young out of her life 'cause the classic car she gave him for Xmas was just towed away from her home.

Iggy gave Nick the 1962 Chevy Impala for Christmas back in 2014 -- much MUCH happier times. 

LeBron James to Critics, "Put some Respek on My Name"

As a tradition, at the beginning of the NBA Playoffs, LeBron James takes a break from social media for what he calls “Zero Dark Thirty-23” until the season is over.

After he and the Cleveland Cavaliers took home the championship last night, LeBron returned to social media and addressed his critics — while demanding ‘respeck’ on his name.

He said:

PHOTO from Lara Oshiomhole Formal Launch of Her Pet Project

Mrs Iara Oshiomhole, Wife of Edo Governor, pictured alongside her husband -Adams Oshimhole and other dignitaries during the formal launch of her pet project, ” We Care Trust.” in Benin city. She launched the project with a mission to care for underprivileged Nigerian children. Over N137 million was realized at the launch. 

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PHOTO: Man in trouble after bathing a police officer with "hot soup"

Emmanuel Imole 33, has been arrested for bathing a police corporal, Kayode Akingbade, with a hot pot of soup.

An Ado-Ekiti Magistrate’s Court on Monday remanded Emmanuel in prison custody on charges of assault and conduct likely to cause a breach of the public peace.

According to reports, some policemen, on June 13 at about 5:30pm, were on their usual patrol around the Baptist College, Ilawe Road, when one of them asked Emmanuel to vacate the area in order for them to carry out their operation.

Details on how Seven federal health workers diverted $4m HIV fund

Seven officials of the Federal Ministry of Health have been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission for allegedly diverting over $4 million intended for the fight against AIDS.

The stolen money was donated to Nigeria by an international financing organization, Global Fund to fight AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria.

Global Fund had in May sent a petition to the Inspector-General of Police, Solomon Arase, accusing health officials of stealing the funds they provided.


The Fund pointed out several irregularities including $20 million payment to suppliers before delivery was confirmed and $3.7 million which cannot be accounted for but was allegedly spent on anti-retroviral drugs.

BREAKING: Iheanacho might miss Olympic Games in Brazil

Kelechi Iheanacho’s participation at the forthcoming Olympic Games looks doubtful after it emerged that he has resumed pre-season sessions with Manchester City rather than join the Nigeria Olympic team.

Iheanacho, 19, is in the Nigeria provisional squad for the Games, but his participation is now in doubt, as he will return to England to team up with City for pre-season.

Man tried to Kill Donald Trump with a Cop Gun during Las Vegas Rally - Feds

A man arrested at a Donald Trump rally in Las Vegas told authorities he tried to grab a police officer’s gun so he could kill him, according to the Secret Service.

According to AP, a complaint filed Monday in U.S. District Court in Nevada charges Michael Steven Sandford with an act of violence on restricted grounds. He was expected to appear in court later in the day as the investigation continued.

Authorities said Sandford went to a Trump rally on Saturday at the Treasure Island Casino and approached a Las Vegas police officer to say he wanted an autograph from Trump. The report says Sandford was arrested after grabbing the handle of an officer’s gun in an attempt to remove it.

Serena Williams look all glam on the Cover of WSJ Magazine

Highest paid female tennis player Serena Williams showed off her tinge body on the pages of Wall Street Journal. 

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PHOTOs: Lebron James share a family pose with his NBA championship trophies

NBA champion LeBron James led the Cleveland Cavaliers to win its first ever NBA championship title. He's pictured after the game with his family; wife Savannah and children - LeBron Jnr, Byrce & Zhuri. 

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PHOTOs: Beyonce and Jay Z publicly display their affection on the beach

Beyonce looked absolutely fantastic in a colourful one-piece swimsuit while hitting the beach in Hawaii with husband Jay Z this weekend. The power couple put on an adorable display of affection on the beach as they cuddled up for self-taken pictures with Jayz holding on to Beyonce's hips as they smiled for the camera. They also shared a kiss while standing on some rocks overlooking the ocean together. 

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'We have the right to freeze Fayose's account' - EFCC replies Fayose's Comment

The spokesperson of EFCC, Wilson Uwujaren, says the agency has the right to freeze the accounts of Ekiti state governor, Ayo Fayose, even though he enjoys immunity under the constitution.

Speaking with Vanguard, Uwujaren said the immunity being enjoyed by any governor doesn't prevent the commission from investigating suspicious movements of money into his accounts.

EFCC Freezes Ekiti State Governor's Personal Account

Mr. Ayo Fayose, governor of Ekiti State in southern Nigeria, announced on Monday, June 20, 2016 that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has frozen his personal bank account in Zenith Bank.

Fayose has been an outspoken critic of President Muhammadu Buhari and enjoys immunity from criminal prosecution as a governor.

Croatia fined €100,000, threatened with ticket-selling restrictions

Croatia have been fined €100,000 and told they will be banned from selling tickets to fans identified as hooligans if there is any further trouble during Euro 2016.

The country's match against Czech Republic in Saint-Etienne on Friday – which finished in a 2-2 draw – was marred by trouble involving a section of their support.

Croatia players had to call for calm when a volley of flares rained down on the pitch and halted play in the second half as part of a co-ordinated protest against the Croatian Football Federation (HNS).