89-year-old Renowned Islamic Scholar who already has 61 children marries another wife

According to journalist Jaafar Jaafar, 89-year-old renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, married the daughter of late Senegalese scholar and Tijjaniya caliph, Sheikh Ibrahim Niasse. Online Hausa publication, Rariya reports that the marriage was officiated by Sheikh Baba Laminu Niasse in Kaolack, Senegal. Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi took his first bride in 1948 and has 61 children.

Nigerian woman and her little kids are part of those rescued from a rubber boat in the Mediterranean Sea today

A Nigerian family are among the 120 people rescued this morning from two rubber boat in the Mediterranean Sea in a joint operation between MSF Sea and Migrant Offshore Aid Station (MOAS) They are safe on board the rescue ships and are doing well.

This is so disheartening, see the look in the eyes of those innocent kids. Why risk their life to travel abroad?

Twitter User lambasted for relating a woman's vagina to a fan belt (See Comments)

So what started as an advice turn sour when this twitter user named Sola Adio said women should be smart enough to close their legs so that men would not slack their 'fan-belt' (vagina) and end up going to marry someone else. The word "fanbelt" didn't please a lot of persons as they started a rage on Sola. See comments in slides above

Copper thief roasted while attempting to steal high voltage power lines

Photo Credit Libya Observer

This is a case of "everyday for the thief, one day for the owner"A man was burnt to death in Sabha, Libya, while trying to steal high voltage power lines.

Official: Footballer Emmanuel Emenike in relationship with Former MBGN, Iheoma Nnadi

Footballer Emmanuel Emenike has finally admitted he's dating former Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria, Iheoma Nnadi. Emmanuel shared the photos above of them on vacation in Turkey. 

He Captioned it: 'My Sunday afternoon spent with my special.'

Senate Dino Melaye Conferred With Chieftaincy Title in Osun (PHOTOS)

Senator Dino Melaye was yesterday honoured by Oba Festus Adeyemi Adekunle, as 'Agba Akin' of Akola Ijesha, Osun State.

Austin Eguavoen says NFF still owes him

Former Super Eagles captain and coach Austin Eguavoen in this interview with ’TANA AIYEJINA talks on the issue of mafia in the national team, how he’s being owed by the NFF years after quitting as coach and more

There’s still this feeling that some group of players tagged mafia were involved in selection of players and decision making in the Super Eagles’ 1994 squad. As an influential member of the team, were these allegations true?

Zambia bar election campaigning over crisis

Political campaigning in Zambia’s capital Lusaka has been suspended for 10 days because of violent clashes ahead of next month’s national elections, the electoral commission announced at the weekend.

The ban comes less than three weeks after Zambia’s biggest independent newspaper, The Post, was shut down by the authorities over a tax dispute – a move is seen as an attempt to silence it before the August 11 vote.

The run-up to the election has been marred by skirmishes between supporters of the ruling Patriotic Front (PF) of President Edgar Lungu and the opposition United Party for National Development led by Hakainde Hichilema.

Sepp Blatter undergoes skin cancer surgery

Disgraced former FIFA president Sepp Blatter underwent successful surgery after being diagnosed with skin cancer and has been released from the hospital, his spokesman and a report said Sunday.

The 80-year-old required the operation in Zurich but was in no danger at the time, Swiss daily Schweizer Illustrierte reported, saying the procedure was needed for skin cancer.

Anambra State to partners with Chinese Company in Agriculture, Power and Others

A project contracting company, China CAMC Engineering Limited is set to partner Anambra State in four key sectors of development.

A delegation from the company and some finance partners facilitated by the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) revealed this during a courtesy call on the Anambra State Governor, Willie Obiano.

Leading the delegation, the Managing Director of the company, Mr Yu Tao, expressed their interest in partnering the state in the sectors of agriculture, power, health, as well as oil and gas.

He promised that the company would support Anambra State in areas of staple food processing and agricultural mechanisation.

Nasarawa State Governor Commences Sale of Fertiliser to Farmers

Nasarawa State Governor, Tanko Al-Makura, has flagged off the sale of fertiliser for the 2016 farming season at a subsidised rate of 3,500 Naira.

The Governor declared the sale open at the Shabu Central Primary School in Lafia North Development Area of the state in north-central Nigeria.

MNJTF Defence Chiefs promise to Flush out Boko Haram

Defence chiefs of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF), have resolved to intensify efforts towards clearing the remnants of Boko Haram terrorists around the Lake Chad Basin region.

The Council of Defence Chief of the MNJTF troop contributing countries reached the decision at the end of its special session held in Niger Republic.

A statement by the MNJTF spokesman, Colonel Muhammad Dole, said the session was held to reappraise the special joint operation around the Lake Chad Basin tagged ‘Operation Ganman Aiki’.

Troubled Psquare! Paul Okoye performs alone in Congo (VIDEO)

Psquare Peter and Paul Okoye were meant to perform together last night in Congo at a Psquare concert both brothers had jointly promoted until Peter withdrew because, according to him, the terms were unfavorable.

Well, Paul eventually did it alone and shared some pictures on his social media page. While he was sharing his pic, Peter shared a picture of him having a haircut with a bizarre look, then a fan gave him a candid advice.

Beyoncé and Jay Z Couple Went all out to Support Serena Williams in Her Historic Win at Wimbledon 2016

Beyonce who is currently in the UK for her formation tour, team up with her husband Jay-Z to watch Serena Williams win the Ladies Singles Final against Angelique Kerber in London, England on Saturday (July 9, 2016) during the Wimbledon championships. The two powerful couple also took time to show some PDA as they watch the match.

"Football without Messi isn't football" - Neymar speaks on Messi's retirement

Neymar has spoken out on Lionel Messi's decision to quit international football. The Barcelona superstar called time on his Argentina career after they lost the Copa America final on penalties to Chile for the second year running.

He said:

Xenophobic Attack: Nigerian victim in South Africa seeks FG’s intervention

Mr Chika Emehelu, a 36-year-old Nigerian businessman in South Africa, on Sunday, appealed to the Federal Government to persuade the South African government to pay him compensation. Emehelu, a native of Udi in Enugu State, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Johannesburg that he lost more than R800,000 (N12million) in the May 2013 xenophobic attacks in that country.

The businessman, who is married to a South African and has three children, said three shops at Portnolloth, a community in Northern Cape Province of South Africa, were looted during the attack.

(Graphic Pic) Mob incinerate two Men to Death in Cross River State for alleged Witchcraft

Another case of jungle justice has been reported in Cross River. Two men have been brutally killed and burnt after a witch doctor told villagers that the victims were witches disturbing the community.

According to Leo Igwe, two chiefs have been burnt to death in Cross River State after a native doctor accused them of witchcraft. The names of the two victims are - Chief Bassey Effiom Ngwe and Mr Asuquo Effiong Etim.

Brazil Football Legend Pele marries for the third time

Brazilian football legend Pele married for the third time in a small ceremony in Sao Paulo on Saturday evening.

The 75-year former Santos star wed his girlfriend of six years in the coastal town of Guaruja. Pele and Marcia Cibele Aoki were due to marry two years ago, but they were forced to postpone the ceremony after he suffered a series of health problems.

David Beckham shares a cute throwback Picture to celebrate her daughter, Harper Birthday

Superdad, David Beckham shared a beautiful throwback picture to celebrate her little princess Harper Beckham as she turns 5 on his Instagram page. Her beautiful mom Victoria Beckham also join in the celebration to wish her baby girl a wonderful birthday.

Her dad wrote:

"Happy birthday to my Pretty Lady," he wrote.

Khloé Kardashian show off her hot bod in a $1700 gold monokini

Yesterday Kourtney Kardashian posed in a $1700 gold monokini on a pile of sand as she vacationed in the Bahamas. In another photo, she posed with her friend, Larsa Pippen wife of NBA star, Scottie Pippen.

PDP chieftains beg Ooni of Ife to help arrested Iyiola Omisore

Some prominent Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leaders in Osun state visited the Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi (Ojaja II) in his palace on Wednesday, July 6, 2016, to plead with him to forgive Senator Iyiola Omisore.

Omisore, who was declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), over allegations of N700m fraud, was arrested by the anti-graft agency on Sunday, July 3, 2016, in Abuja.

The serving Senator and former deputy Governor of Osun state had denied having any hand in the alleged arms purchase scandal involving the former National Security Adviser (NSA), Sambo Dasuki.

Kim Kardashian dishes trademark heels for a flat pool slides (PHOTOS)

Kim Kardashian made a rare outing in flat shoes, as she enjoyed some family time with Kanye and North West on Saturday.

However, they don't come cheap as they were Givenchy pool slides, complete with mink fur. She flaunted them on snapchat.

Dozens of Soldiers Killed on Independence Day in South Sudan

Fierce overnight artillery and gunfire fight has left more than 100 soldiers dead in South Sudanese capital, Juba, on the fifth anniversary of the country’s independence.

The fight started on Friday evening as President Salva Kiir, first Vice-president Riek Machar and second Vice President Igga Wani, met to discuss the cause of fighting which left five soldiers dead on Thursday.

South Sudanese local media reported the casualties at 150 dead, including 36 soldiers from the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-Opposition (SPLM-IO) loyal to Mr Machar and 80 from President Kiir’s side.

Mr Machar remains the Commander-In-Chief of the forces loyal to him while Mr Kiir maintains the command of the overall national security forces as part of a peace deal ending months of conflict.

Bayelsa Elders Claims Buhari’s Aides Frustrating Dialogue With Niger Delta Avengers

Some elders and traditional rulers from the eight local government areas of Bayelsa State on Friday alleged that some of President Muhammadu Buhari’s aides who hail from the Niger Delta were frustrating the proposed dialogue between the Federal Government and the new militant groups led by the Niger Delta Avengers.

According to the elders, though the decision of President Buhari to lead the proposed dialogue was commendable, his aides’ show of deceit, fraud and discordant tunes had created a huge gulf between the militant youths and the present administration.

The Bayelsa elders, who are members of Bayelsa Elders for Progress, Peace and Good Governance (BEPGG), made the assertions in a statement released by their coordinator, Ayibatonye Good news, and ‎secretary, Lucky Ebifaghe. They claimed that the recent activities of key presidential aides from the region, including Minister of State for Petroleum, Ibe Kachikwu, and the coordinator of the Presidential Amnesty Program, Brigadier General Paul Boroh, were frustrating peace efforts.

#BlackLivesMatter: Dozens Arrested as Protests Against Police Violence Continue

Dozens of protesters were arrested and several police were injured Saturday night as tense protests over police force against African-Americans continued across the nation.

Police used smoke bombs to clear demonstrators blocking Interstate 94 in Saint Paul, Minnesota, late Saturday, while more than 30 people were arrested in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Both cities continue reel after the deaths of two black men at the hands of white officers last week.

In Saint Paul, protesters chanted the name of Philando Castile, 32, who was fatally shot by a St. Anthony police officer in Falcon Heights on Wednesday.

Female Teenager Found Dead After Suffering Online Bullying (PHOTO)

A 16-year-old girl, identified as Britney Mazzoncini, has been found dead after she allegedly suffered a torrent of vile online bullying.

It’s reported that she took to social media to tell of her torment in the days leading up to her death.

She was rushed to hospital in the early hours of Thursday from her home in Glasgow but could not be saved.

Daily Record reports that Britney was subjected to online bullying and stopped using Facebook days before she died.

Last Friday, Britney posted a message on Facebook saying:

PHOTO: Female Teacher s*x Two Teen Brothers, calls It A Birthday Gift

A sex starve female teacher has admitted having s*x with two juvenile teen brothers as birthday gift

According to PennLive, Chelsea Lorson, 25, of Milton, Friday pleaded guilty in Union County court to charges of statutory sexual assault and institutional sexual assault.

She will undergo an assessment to determine if she is a sexually violent predator. That determination could affect her sentence, which under the plea agreement, could be as long as 17 years. She will be required to register as a s*x offender.

Drama! Husband Flee after Wife Gives Birth to Twins

A ‘struggling’ married man identified as Mr Martin Nwosu reportedly ran way as his wife was on the verge of delivering a set of twins in Abuja.

The whole scenario started when the man reportedly told the wife to abort the pregnancy, saying that he did not want to have more babies, but the woman, Gloria Johnson, refused to abort the pregnancy.

While speaking to Tribune, Mrs Johnson said that months into her pregnancy, Nwosu packed out of the house owing to his inability to live up to his financial responsibility, including failure to pay his rent.

According to her,

Say What! 55-year-old Yeni Kuti says She will get married 20 years from now if She's still alive

The first daughter to late Afrobeat legend, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, Yeni, has revealed her marriage plans after her engagement in May. Yeni who recently clocked 55 said she will be getting married to her longtime partner, Theo Lawason in 20 years’ time.

Recall that on May 24, Yeni got a surprise marriage proposal from Lawason and she had disclosed that the ring from her architect lover, was a sign of commitment to each other.

Despicable! Mysterious Person Slice Off Man's P*nis (PHOTOS)

On Tuesday, July 5, a man in his 30s was seen at Duport Road Market along the main motor road in Monrovia, Liberia, crying profusely and screaming "My penis, my penis" as blood poured from his trouser. It was discovered that the man’s penis was completely slashed by an unknown person.

According to a Liberian site, multiple eyewitnesses saw him running towards the motor road and ran onto a moving taxi in excruciating pains and with tears, shouting, "My penis, my penis,", attracting attention from a surging crowd of onlookers.

"The man came with heavy running and bumped into the taxi. I heard him saying let car kill me one time,” an 18-year old Prince Railey, one of the onlookers, told the INSIGHT.