Leo Messi out for three weeks with groin strain

Barcelona has confirmed that Lionel Messi will be sidelined for three weeks with a groin strain.

The 29-year-old was replaced by Arda Turan just before the hour-mark of his side's 1-1 draw with Atletico Madrid at Camp Nou on Wednesday.

The Argentina star had pulled up in discomfort after tangling with Atletico defender Diego Godin and was taken off by Luis Enrique as a precaution having initially attempted to play on.

Aliko Dangote plans Arsenal takeover in coming years

Africa's richest man is planning Arsenal takeover within "three to four years".

Aliko Dangote, a businessman from Nigeria who is reportedly worth $10.9billion, stated last year that he was prepared to pay any sum to take ownership of the Premier League club away from Stan Kroenke.

Dangote, a lifelong Arsenal fan whose fortune is largely tied up in Lagos-based Dangote Cement Plc, is reported to have lost $4.4bn this year due largely to the depreciation of Nigeria's currency.

Real Madrid's James Rodriguez blasts officials after Villarreal draw

James Rodriguez accused the officials of being too lenient towards Villarreal as they held Real Madrid to a 1-1 draw at the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday.

Madrid was chasing a 17th consecutive win in LaLiga, which would have been a record in the competition, but was forced to settle for a point as Sergio Ramos cancelled out Bruno Soriano's first-half penalty.

Zinedine Zidane's side saw appeals for a penalty waved away as they piled on the pressure in the second half, with Ramos and Karim Benzema both aggrieved not to have seen decisions go in their favour.

Andres Iniesta doesn't know if FC Barcelona will extend his contract

Midfield maestro, Andres Iniesta has admitted he does not know whether Barcelona will allow him to retire at Camp Nou.

The attacking midfielder has a contract with the Catalans until June 2018 and he is keen to sign a renewal as he aims to remain at Barcelona until the end of his career.

Tompolo says Buhari plans to arrest Goodluck Jonathan

Former Niger Delta militant, Government “Tompolo” Ekpemupolo has said that the Federal Government is planning to arrest the former president, Goodluck Jonathan.

Tompolo said further, during an interview with Sahara Reporters, that the FG is trying to use him to get through to Jonathan.

Popular US Rapper dies in Car Crash, Leaves 11 Children From 10 Women Behind

Rapper Shawty Lo has died after a fiery car crash in Atlanta. The 40-year-old rapper was ejected from his car when he hit two trees after leaving a strip club in Atlanta early on Wednesday morning, his brother announced.

Say What | Nigerian Man strips Naked in an attempt to collect his owed Money (Photos)

A man goes completely naked in front of his debtor's house in an attempt to collect his money. In the footage shared online by Banke Adetoro, the man can be heard telling his debtor's security guard to tell his employer to give him his money or else he will see madness.

Edo Guber: Nigeria Army To Deploy Drones During Polls

Nigerian Army said it would deploy drones to monitor strategic location to ensure fair, free and credible governorship election on September 28 in Edo State.

The Commander of 4 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Brigadier-General Raji Benbela, who spoke to journalists in Benin during operation show of force staged by a combined team of security agencies in the state, said the deployment of the drones will support the aerial view of strategic locations across the state and also help to check activities of hoodlums.

Hurrah! High Quality Made-In-Nigeria Rice Hit The Market (PHOTOS)

If this report is any to go by with, then we expect the price of rice to drop rapidly in the coming weeks as Rice farmers from Niger and Kebbi State has hit Nigeria market.

According to a social media user who shared the photos, ‘Made in Nigeria’ rice has hit the Nigerian market and it is expectedly selling at lower prices compared to the imported ones.

The poster also shared the caption below:

See the SHOCKING thing Militants say they will do if Patience Jonathan is Arrested

Niger Delta militants have threatened to blow up the headquarters of the NNPC if Nigeria's ex-First Lady, Patience Jonathan is arrested, following her investigation by the EFCC.

Dame Patience had claimed that she owns some millions of dollars the EFCC froze, as part of investigations into an alleged fraud. Several bodies had called for her arrest if she could't explain how she came about the money she's laying claim to.

Adamawa State | EFCC Remands Former State Governor, James Ngilari in Custody

Former Governor of Adamawa State, James Ngilari, has been charged and remanded in custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

The detention was ordered on Tuesday in a ruling by Justice Nathan Musa at a High Court in Yola, the state’s capital in northeast Nigeria.

Ondo State | NDLEA intercepts over 3,000kg Of Cannabis

Officers of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Ondo State have intercepted a vehicle conveying over 3,000 kilogrammes of cannabis sativa, otherwise known as Indian hemp along Akure-Owo Highway.

The State Commander of the Agency, Mohammed Sokoto, hinted reporters on Wednesday of the seizure in Akure, the state’s capital while parading the driver and the illicit substance.

Buhari invites U.N to mediate swap deal of captured Boko Haram Members for Chibok Girls

The President, Muhammadu Buhari says Nigeria would welcome intermediaries from the United Nations as a show of commitment, to swapping the abducted Chibok girls with Boko Haram fighters in custody.

President Buhari told the United Nations Secretary General, Ban Ki-Moon, during a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the 71st UN General Assembly in New York.

In a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adeshina, “The challenge is in getting credible and bona fide leadership of Boko Haram to discuss with,” the President said.

Flavour and friend show off build shirtless bodies

The body they both got, though ...

WTH! Mum locks her frightened toddler alone in car then go clubbing

A shocking picture shows a hysterical toddler screaming for help after being left in a locked car while his mother went clubbing with her work colleagues.

A dramatic confrontation erupted between the party animal parent, 25, and a group of concerned bystanders who called the police.

What Lady Gaga spotted wearing on the street will SHOCK You ... (See Photos)

Lady Gaga has always been known for wearing the unimaginable. On Tuesday, the pop star stepped out in semi-sheer silver shorts - which she wore without underwear while out in New York City.

Actress Lupita Nyong'o is an epitome of beauty in lilac gown & head scarf (Photos)

Award winning Actress Lupita Nyong'o glow at the red carpet for the Los Angeles premiere of Queen of Katwe on Tuesday in Lilac gown and head scarf.

Caught up with her on the red carpet is co-star David Oyelowo, who looked dapper in a shiny maroon suit.

Tiwa Savage talks her deal with Roc Nation as she graces the covers Vibe magazine (Photos)

Tiwa Savage covers vibe magazine and during her interview, she opened up on her music and being signed to Roc Nation.

She said

“I know a lot of artists have gotten international deals, but for me the genuine passion for Africa was just there and it started with me and Bee-High and just him taking time to come to Nigeria several times. That speaks volumes,” 

Oh dear! Serena Williams put her boobs on display in an unzipped jacket

Tennis Superstar, Serena Williams set eyes rolling as she rock an unzipped jacket which left her major cleavages on display. She took the plunge as she sat beside Vogue editor, Anna Wintour at the Gucci SS17 show at Milan Fashion Week on Wednesday afternoon.

Oh my Serena seems to be plying the line of a "good girl gone bad" ... Lets hope it is just fashion!

Say What | See how a disabled woman shamed businessmen for taking her reserved seat

A disabled woman has shamed fellow train passengers who she claims forced her to stand in agony after refusing to move from her reserved seats. Cat Lee, shared a picture of two men on Facebook.

The 43-year-old suffered nerve damage during an operation which has left her with crippling groin pain and unable to work.She said she explained her disabilities to the men and that she had reserved the seats for her and a friend but they still refused to move.

She wrote on Facebook:

Wendy Williams seems to be OKAY over Brad and Angelina split (VIDEO)

Wendy Williams on her show weighed in on Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's split and she seems okay with the split citing how Angelina Jolie met Brad Pitt.

Speaking on her show on Wednesday, Wendy said:

Suspected killers of Catholic priest says His death was destined (Photo)

The police yesterday paraded four suspected killers of Rev. John Adeyi, the parish priest of St. Bernard’s Parish, Okpoga, Benue State after collecting N1.7 million ransom from the family .

The suspects are Suleiman Gina, 30 (leader), Saidu Abdullahi, 28 (deputy leader), Aliyu Garba, 26 and Haruna Idi, 27.Abdullahi confessed to having fired the shot.

Lol! New York Post cover features Jennifer Aniston laughing over Brangelina split

New York Post mourning the end of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's marriage with a photo of a laughing Jennifer Aniston. In case you don't know, Brad Pitt actually dump Jennifer Aniston for Angelina Jolie in 2015.

20-year-old rapes 4-year-old girl who came to watch TV in her brother’s presence

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a 20-year-old suspect, Bassey Johnson, for allegedly raping a four-year-old girl in the Idimu area of the state.

PUNCH Metro learnt that the school-leaver, who is also learning a trade, allegedly raped the girl, Fatima (pseudonym), when she and her elder brother went to watch a television in the suspect’s apartment.

The victim’s family and the suspect were said to be neighbours in the area.

Pls Help! “Is it Normal for My husband to demands for sex everyday?”

A married woman is struggling to maintain her marriage in regards to her husband’s high appetite for sex.

The woman claims her husband asks for sex daily, and gets insulted if she fails to give in.

“I have been married for several years now. However, I have some problems for which I need advice. My husband wants and demands for sex every day.”

Ladies, this Nigeria guy says you can't buy an iPhone for yourself

This Twitter user took to his page to say that no lady is capable of buying an expensive smart phone for herself ... Maybe he hasn't seen but there are thousands of ladies that can do that for themselves

Man bags 100 Years sentence for drowning 3-Year-Old Stepdaughter in Pool

A man who was caught on camera throwing his three-year-old stepdaughter into a swimming pool before leaving her to drown has been jailed for 100 years.

Harrowing CCTV footage shows the killer, identified only as Jose David N., repeatedly tossing the child into the water.

The little girl who could not swim is seen struggling to stay afloat as her stepfather stands by and watches. Other bathers as shown hastily exiting the pool, leaving the man to condemn the tot to a horrific death.

Kendall Jenner focusing on her relationship with Rapper A$AP after growing tired of Harry Styles

KUWTK Star and Model, Kendall Jenner, 20, has been romantically linked to One Direction singer Harry Styles, 23, but reports says she is growing “tired” of getting “caught up in the drama” that comes along with dating him. As a result, Kendall is now focused on her budding relationship with the 27-year-old rap star, A$AP Rocky, according to UsWeekly.

Crying Is Healthy And Good For You - Experts Says

There are a lot of negativity attached with crying in our culture- it is believed that people often are weak, immature, or childish, especially when they are in a stressful or leadership-based situation.

But research by experts has proven that irrespective of the numerous negativity that may be associated with crying, it is actually good for your health.

Speaking in an interview on Tuesday, Dr. Uthman Mubashir, Public Health Physician of the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, revealed that emotional tears have special health benefits for people.

PHOTOS | Angelina Jolie’s Brother takes Kids to Park amid Brad Pitt split

Angelina Jolie's brother was seen with her kids at the park as the divorce story with Brad Pitt breaks out. But that doesn't seem to please the kids as they had these strange look.

James Haven, 43, was seen with Angelina Jolie, 41, and Brad Pitt‘s, 52, little ones just one day before she filed for divorce. Her brother took the couple’s three biological children, Shiloh, 10, and eight-year-old twins, Vivienne and Knox, to a park in Los Angeles on Sept. 18.