A well-paid teacher is a better teacher but is a well-paid legislator a better legislator?” - Sen Murray-Bruce

Senator representing Bayelsa east, Ben Murray-Bruce has called for a reduction in the salaries of politicians.

In a message posted on Facebook, the lawmaker lamented the plight of teachers, saying they deserve better pay.

Bruce said Nigeria would be a better country if teachers were properly remunerated.

Gov Ayodele Fayose: "I am the real change"

Governor of Ekiti state, Ayo Fayose, has declared himself “the real change”. The catchword ‘change’ was what the All Progressives Congress (APC) sold to Nigerians in the buildup to the 2015 general election, which it was largely successful in.

But Fayose, fierce critic of the APC, appropriated the catchword on Wednesday when he hosted teachers at the Oluyemi Kayode stadium in Ado-Ekiti, the state capital.

At the even meant to commemorate the World Teachers’ Day, he displayed a poster bearing the inscription: ‘Fayose The Real Change’.

The Coming Realignment in Yorubaland - Femi Fani Kayode

Here's an opinion piece from Nigeria's ex Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode in which he eulogized several Nigerian politicians. I emboldened the part where he got down to business.

There are two events that are of major significance this week. The first is the birthday of a man of immense integrity and a great son of the Yoruba by the name of Olusegun Rahman Mimiko who was 62 years old on October 3rd.

Much has been said about him over the last few years and encomiums have been deservedly showered on him from all quarters for his birthday. I will only add this: ever since I have known Mimiko when he was a senior colleague in President Obasanjo’s cabinet he has been kind, forthright, courageous, honest, consistent, clear-thinking, hard-working, and God-fearing.

Kidnappers release Former Minister and Husband

The immediate past minister of environment, Mrs. Laurentia Laraba Malam and her husband, Mr. Pius Malam, who were kidnapped on Monday along the Kaduna-Abuja expressway have regained their freedom, the Kaduna state Police Command has confirmed.

The Police Public Relation Officer, ASP Aliyu Usman confirmed their release, saying the couple were in good health and freedom.

Recession What? Sen Dino Melaye acquires N180 million Rolls Royce

In spite of the economic recession in the country, Sen Dino Melaye has acquired a 93-year-old Rolls Royce estimated at N180 million.

Mr. Melaye, a first-time senator who represents Kogi Central, owns a fleet of luxury and antiquated cars worth billions of Naira.

He has at least 28 of the expensive cars parked at his upmarket residence in Maitama Abuja, according to the news website, Sahara Reporters.

#EdoDecides: Ize Iyamu plan 100-Day protest across Benin

The Centre for Patriotic Leadership Initiative (CPL) has said it will start a 100-day protest action in Edo State.

The action, the CPL said, was intended to show its members’ displeasure with the outcome of last week’s gubernatorial election in Edo State.

Check out these beautiful photos of a working-class-lady on UNIFORM

The lady in the photos is Gail Golden, an IT / Cyber Security consultant based in Houston & Los Angeles – and she’s being referred to as a #WCK (Work Clothes Killer) all over social media.

Who says you can't be a working class and still be classy! She is just too hot!

Police grant bail to those girls who tried to r*pe a guy (See Details)

The three naughty women alleged to have raped a man in Hluhluwe, south Africa has reported being released on bail on Tuesday.

National Prosecuting Authority regional spokeswoman, Natasha Ramkisson-Kara, said the women received bail of R1 000 (N23,000) each.

Say What | Nigerian Lady rejects N630k iPhone 7 ordered for her (See Conversation)

A business lady in Lagos has rejected an N630,000 iPhone 7 plus her boyfriend ordered for her due to the economic condition in Nigeria.

According to the gist/conversation, the boyfriend has already paid the money for the iPhone to this phone shop (who obviously he has been dealing with) and the phone delivery shop contacted the lady to  asked her what colour of the phone she wants and how to get the phone to her ...

British Man Marries Nigerian Woman He Met On A Dating Site (Read Their Message)

Micky and Faith met via an online dating website and today they happily married. Micky, a British man said that while others thought it was all a scam because obviously and with all sincerity, Nigerians have a very negative reputation when it comes to online dating.

Micky shares their inspiring love story:

Actress Halima Abubakar bares nipples in lovely pink outfit (Photos)

Curvy Nollywood Actress, Halima Abubakar bares her nips in this lovely pink outfit. The pink hugging dress perfectly presented her curves to the eyes of everyone.

Haly, Haly, she's got it, why won't she flaunt it!

Gov Ayo Fayose gifts cars to best teachers in Ekiti State (PHOTOS)

Gone are those days when they say, teachers reward are in heaven ... Ekiti State Government, Ayo Fayose in honour of the world’s teacher’s day, presented cars to Best Primary & Secondary Schools Teachers in the state.

Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna Allegedly Faking Their Relationship For Reality Show

New reports online claims that the couple who are expecting their first child are just patient so as to cash in a whopping $2million for their reality show.

Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna are sleeping in separate house and faking their loving relationship for TV cameras, it has been claimed.

The couple, who are expecting their first child, put on an affectionate display this weekend as they celebrated their imminent arrival at a baby shower.

SHOCKING! See what a 22-Year-old did to a Pregnant Woman because Her Husband refuses to Marry Her (Photo)

Operatives of the Criminal Investigation Department of the Bauchi State Police Command have arrested one Lami Clement, 22, for setting a pregnant housewife ablaze.

The suspect who hails from Tafawa Balewa local government area of the state attempted to set ablaze a housewife in their apartment at Sabon Kaura, a suburb of Bauchi metropolis.

Sources said that Lami attacked Amina Lawal, 23, an indigene of Akinyele Local Government Area of Oyo State, in her house.

2Baba and wife, Annie Idibia, Sound Sultan, Meet With Sultan Of Sokoto (Photos)

2Baba and wife, Annie Idibia, together with music veteran, Sound Sultan, paid a visit to Sokoto earlier in the week for his ‘Campaign for Peace in Sokoto Show‘.

The music mogul met wit Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah and the Sultan of Sokoto, Sa’ad Abubakar III, where he and his wife coordinated northern attires.

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Senate will stop MTN's bid to sack workers

The Senate said Wednesday that it would reject moves by Mobile Telephone Network, MTN, to sack Nigerians working in the telecommunication industry without recourse to global rules and practices.

Speaking to journalists today, when confronted with media report that MTN Nigeria Limited recently sacked over five hundred staff, Chairman, Senate Committee on Communications, Senator Gilbert Nnaji, said, ” as the representatives of the people we cannot fold our alms and watch our constituents being oppressed by employers of labour.

Isco says Messi’s been a Real Madrid fan since he was born

Isco is adamant that Messi has been a Real Madrid fan since he was born – although in this case, Messi is his dog and not the Barcelona star!

Isco, 24, joined Los Blancos in 2013 but by that time he had already named his Labrador after Argentine star Leo.

“I named my dog ‘Messi’ because Messi is the best in the world, and so is my dog,” he explained while he was a Malaga player.

Report says Zimbabwe loses $1b to corruption yearly

Zimbabwe is losing at least $1 billion annually to corruption, with police and local government officials among the worst offenders, Transparency International has said in a report .

Transparency International Zimbabwe (TIZ) said the police, local councils, the vehicle inspection department that issues driving licences and the education department were among the most corrupt institutions.

No Chill! See what this guy did to this Lady!

I am just wondering, what the family of the girl would be thinking. Maybe the girl must be thinking the guy is her ATM Machine. The guy really have no chill, Lol!

OMG! Graphic Photos show decay body of 'dead mermaid' washed up on beach

Gruesome images of what looks like the carcass of a mermaid have been shared on social media. While its midsection appears to be rotting while the tail and head have stayed relatively intact.

Edo Deputy Gov-elect, Shuaibu says they will make Edo Agric exporting state

Deputy governor-elect in the just concluded governorship election in Edo State, Comrade Philip Shuaibu, has said that the incoming administration in the state will consolidate on the achievements of Governor Adams Oshiomhole and also make the state an agricultural exporting state.

Shuaibu who presently represents Etsako Federal Constituency of Edo State while speaking to journalists in Abuja, said that the Oshiomhole-led administration had done well in the state as he had laid the foundation, adding that the administration came to rescue Edo State from infrastructural decay.

Maria Sharapova’s ex-boyfriend, Grigor Dimitrov says she deserved ban

Grigor Dimitrov of Bulgaria hits a return to Steve Johnson of the US during the men's singles first round match of the China Open tennis tournament in Beijing on October 5, 2016.AFP)

Maria Sharapova’s ex-boyfriend Grigor Dimitrov on Wednesday suggested she deserved her ban from tennis for a doping offence, an incident that has sent shockwaves through the sport.

“I think tennis misses her,” the Bulgarian world number 20 said of the five-time Grand Slam champion, adding that he had “zero doubts” she would make a successful return.

Rivers State | Gunmen abduct APC chieftain

Unidentified gunmen have abducted a Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, (APC) in Rivers State, Mr. Nnamdi Abbah.

This was happening less than 24 hours after another chieftain of the party, Mr. Boris Neenwi, was assassinated in Tai Local Government Area of the state.

'Maybe it's karma' - Kim Kardashian's Ex-bodyguard on Paris robbery

Kim Kardashian's ex-bodyguard who was fired in May this year after Kanye West reportedly accused him of flirting with his wife,has called her recent,robbery attack,karma . 

When quizzed about whether he felt that he could have prevented Kim from being robbed at gunpoint if he were still employed by Kanye and the Kardashians at the time,Steve Stanulis, 42 said during an interview on an Australian radio breakfast show.

41-year-old Mum dies in bike crash moments after taking smiling selfie

A  mum of two died moments after taking this smiling selfie on her way home.

Carmen Greenway, 41, was cycling home after having a meal at a pub to celebrate her mum's birthday when she hit a rough patch of road and lost control.

She fractured her skull and died six days later in St Mary's Hospital in Paddington, central London, after suffering a cardiac arrest.

Chris Brown gushes over his daughter Royalty

Chris Brown is happy he didn't give up daughter, Royalty. He captioned the photo above:

I'm happy that I took responsibility to be a father and This little lady has given me strength, unconditional love, and most of all PURPOSE. Ignorant people would label me homophobic, WOMAN BEATER, trouble maker. I've been through hell and back to jail and back. I refuse to crumble. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ 🙏🏼😎😘 I STAND LOVE YOU RORO" 

Actor Tony Umez shares photo of his beautiful family

The actor who is a father of four lovely girls shared this adorable photo with his wife and two of his girls. Tony also has a bachelor's degree and master's degree in English and International Law and Diplomacy respectively from the University of Lagos

AFRICAN FASHION AND DESIGN WEEK TAKES LAGOS FOR ITS 5TH EDITION

African Fashion and Design Week (AFDW) is back with its 5th edition themed, “Be Inspired”. 

After a successful sold-out fashion show in Port Harcourt in 2015, the highly anticipated fashion event is set to take Lagos this year. 

Featuring over 25 top designers across Africa, the show will be hosted by Sika Osei and Uti Nwachukwu. 

Man apologizes on Facebook before doing THIS to this to his ex-girlfriend (PHOTOS)

A US man accused of killing his ex-girlfriend with a shotgun in front of their seven-month-old daughter wrote an apology on Facebook hours before she was murdered.

Ethan Reid, 23, is charged with murder in the death of 20-year-old Kaylah Hodges, who was fatally shot at his mother's home in Scottsville, Kentucky.