Military Sources Says "Boko Haram Used Chibok Ransom To Buy Powerful Weapons"

According to new reports making rounds, the recent ransom paid to Boko Haram in exchange for the release of some Chibok girls have contributed to the recent upsurge in the killings and disappearances of soldiers engaged in the fight against the insurgents, senior military sources have revealed.

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The military men told Saturday Punch that despite denials by the Federal Government, money was paid to the sect to secure the release of the abducted girls. It was learnt that the insurgents demanded $50m for the release of the girls but about a quarter of the sum were eventually paid.

EFCC Arraigns Two Over $1million Fraud Scandal

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Friday, arraigned Sada Adamu and Babatunde Faro at the Federal High Court Maitama in Abuja over charges of money laundering, false declaration of assets and fraud, to the tune of one million dollars.

This is contained in a statement issued by Mr. Wilson Uwujaren, Head of Media & Publicity of EFCC and made available to News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), in Abuja on Friday.

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OMG! RCCG Pastor’s son stabbed to death in Canadian Bar

Solomon Odekunle, on Sunday, November 6th, was seen staggering out of a popular hangout, Piper’s Bar and Grill, in Ottawa, Canada, with blood gushing out of his neck.

According to residents of their neighborhood in Fagba, Lagos, the victim’s father is a pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God. He was admitted at the University of Ottawa in 2012, to study Economics.

Babatunde Fashola: Jonathan’s Economic Success Was Due To High Oil Prices, Not Sound Policies

Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola on Friday said the claims made by Jonathan’s administration that its policies were responsible for the country’s growth over the past decade was false.

According to the minister, Nigeria’s economic growth under the former president was as a result of the high oil prices.

SHOCKING! Osun State Poly Graduate Screams From Sleep And Dies

Felix Agandi, a fresh graduate of Osun State Polytechnic, has died after he reportedly screamed from his sleep few days after he defended his undergraduate project.

The deceased, who is said to be an orphan, had struggled to finance his education from the beginning to the end of his National Diploma programme.

The 27-year-old student was dropped at his residence by his friend on Monday night, after which his scream woke neighbors up who rushed him to the hospital. But he was reportedly certified dead inside the car before he got to the hospital on Tuesday morning.

Fashola Says Current Recession Has Been Growing For Three Years

Mr. Babatunde Fashola, the Minister of Power, Works, And Housing, said on Friday night that the prescription for a recession in Nigeria had been in place for more than three years.

Fashola, accompanied by the Minister of State in the Ministry, Mustapha Shehuri, and its top officials, spoke at a media briefing to commemorate his first year in office.

He noted that when workers were being retrenched and the purchasing power of an average citizen eroded, as had been the case since 2013, these were obvious signs of recession.

Governor Ambode Unveils Tower At Eko Atlantic City

Gov. Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos State, on Friday, unveiled the Eko Black Pearl Tower, one of the residential high-rise buildings located in the center of Eko Atlantic City in Lagos.

Ambode said that the unveiling marked the official take-off of the Eko Atlantic City (EAC) – a multi-billion dollar project constructed on reclaimed land from the Atlantic Ocean.

“This unveiling has brought Eko Atlantic City to life. This building has set a new standard for property development in this state.

Barcelona ready to make massive offer for Philippe Coutinho

Barcelona is ready to ramp up their interest in Liverpool star Philippe Coutinho - and are looking to land him for £65million.

That is according to Spanish newspaper Sport, who have put the Brazilian on their front page with Barca reportedly lining up a bid.

The report comes just the following morning after Coutinho and Barcelona forward Neymar combined to lead Brazil tao a 3-0 win over fierce rivals Argentina.

Bitter delegates set man ablaze in PDP Abia primaries

A man identified as Onyemaechi was burnt alive during an outbreak of violence at the primary election of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abia state.

Ogbonnaya Nta, the spokesman of the Abia state police command, confirmed the incident to NAN, but did not give details of how Onyemachi was killed.

Nta said the deceased was a member of the staff of Isialangwa north local government, venue of the election.

Man City Sergio Aguero reveals his next club ... No NOT Madrid

Manchester City striker Sergio Agüero has insisted there is no rift between him and manager Pep Guardiola but admits that he is already thinking about life after the Etihad.

Agüero is currently away on international duty with Argentina but has been in fine form for his club this season having already bagged 11 goals in all competitions.

Despite some impressive performances, the former Atletico Madrid striker found himself on the bench for City's matches against Barcelona and Everton in October. This had led to speculation that the Argentine had fallen out with his boss, and that Guardiola was considering selling the striker.

MMM now our surviving hope - Bayelsa doctors laments

Resident doctors attached to the Federal Medical Centre, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State last week protested over unpaid four months salaries owed them by the Federal Government, threatening to withdraw medical services to patients on November 15.

The protesting doctors, under the Association of Resident Doctors said though they have met the management of the Federal Medical Centre over the issue, the responses were not encouraging.

The aggrieved resident doctors led by their Chairman, Dr. Nonso Okoye, and armed with placards some of which reads “Our Families are hungry”, FG pay our salaries” and “we are hungry, MMM is becoming an option”‎, called on Nigerians to prevail on the Federal Government to pay up salaries owed them.

Governor Wike sacks special adviser on Protocol

The Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, has sacked his Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Protocol, Sir Joe Akpa.

Wike, through his Special Assistant on Electronic Media, Simeon Nwakaudu, Friday in Port Harcourt, wished Akpa well in his future endeavours.

No reason was given for the sack of the top aide by Wike, a lawyer and former Minister of State for Education, but investigation revealed that Akpa was suddenly relieved of his appointment in view of a minor breach of protocol.

I see Alex Iwobi being in Arsenal for very many, many years - Father

Alex Iwobi will turn down a big-money move to mighty Barcelona to stay at Arsenal because he is still learning the trade, according to his father.

The 20-year-old Nigeria international has been at ‘The Gunners’ since he was six and he is now a first teamer.

His father, Chuka, said his son is still developing at the top London club and would rather stay put there.

Drogba squash retirement rumour says he is still a kid

Didier Drogba might be turning 39-years-old in March of next year, but the Ivory Coast and Chelsea legend have no intentions of hanging up his boots anytime soon.

The former Elephants skipper will be out of contract with Major Soccer League (MLS) side Montreal Impact at the end of the season but has indicated that he is not thinking of retirement just yet.

Ibe Kachikwu says Security challenges in Niger Delta will be over soon

The Minister of State for Petroleum, Dr Ibe Kachikwu, has assured Nigerians that the security challenges in the Niger Delta will soon be resolved.

Kachikwu gave the assurance in Abuja on Friday in a statement signed by the ministry’s Director of Press and Public Relations, Mr Idang Alibi.

The minister, according to the statement, observed that three attacks had taken place in the last two weeks, including Wednesday’s Forcados bombing, in spite of efforts being made to promote peace in the region.

Dbanj epic reply to man who complained of Nigeria music lyrics

Singer Dbanj was entertaining questions from fans when a man told him he is worried Nigerian music lyrics, that it's always about girls and love, that there should prophesy in our music.

Well, Dbanj gave him an epic reply, he said; "Go and get a prophet,". 

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Alert! This guy wanted for allegedly stealing cameras worth 850k

According to a Twitter user, Gerry Kachikwu who posted the notice online, he says the guy in the photo above is wanted for stealing cameras worth N850,000.

Aww! Michelle Obama is all shades of beauty in her final Vogue cover as First Lady. Photo

To call Michelle Obama’s first lady farewell tour a roller coaster of emotions would be an understatement. There were the love letters in T Magazine, the relentless, passionate campaigning for Hillary Clinton and the rose gold chainmail Versace gown seen ‘round the world, to name a few.

Now, during a week when we could all use a bit of a pick-me-up, FLOTUS is back to kick us right in the feels all over again.

Looking ethereal in a white Carolina Herrera gown, she is, as usual, the epitome of elegance and grace. Aptly calling her America’s “Mother-in-Chief,” the story followed Obama in the months leading up to Election Day.

Couple Goals: Funke Akindele and hubby, JJC Skillz hit the street of London (Photo)

Funke Akindele and Hubby, JJC Skillz are still in London after the premiere of her movie, Jenifa in London.

60-year-old man jailed for giving his Dog aspirin and paracetamol (Graphic photos)

A dog owner has been jailed for feeding his pet painkillers before beating the animal to death with a shovel.

Graham Williams, 60, tried to kill his German Shepherd called Yarna with aspirin and paracetamol because she was suffering from a melon-size tumour.

Mom kicked out 8-year-old son for voting Trump at school

This child came back home to meet his suitcase waiting for him after he told his mom he voted for Donald Trump at school.

The mom gave him a placard and sent the crying boy outside the house.

This might just be to show her child how much she hates Trump, but don't you think she went too far with it? He is just a child. 

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Huh! See the baby born with teeth (Photo)

A social media user Aziz Oladele (@badmanazee) shared the photo on her page and claimed the baby was born with teeth. Is this medically possible, Fam!

Nine Feared Dead In Fatal Vehicle Accident Along Enugu Expressway

No fewer than nine persons including two females were feared dead in an auto crash which occurred along the busy Enugu/Nsukka Expressway by 9th mile corner, Enugu.

The vehicle, Nissan bus with registration number NUJ 3 conveying passengers and driven by one Adams Awudu, was said to have had break failure while descending a hill close to 9th mile corner Ngwo.

Five NAHCO Staff Charge With Drug Smuggling At Abuja Airport By NDLEA

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has filed charges against officials of the Nigerian Aviation Handling Company (NAHCO) at the Federal High Court, Abuja over an attempt to smuggle 144kg of ephedrine to Maputo, Mozambique.

The anti-narcotics agency said in a statement signed by its spokesman, Mitchell Ofoyeju, that the foiled effort took place at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.

Jeez! See the deadly snake killed at Benue State University Medical School. Photo

There was a commotion among students after the pictured snake was killed last night at Benue State University Medical School, Makurdi by students on their way to class. Thankfully, no student was hurt.

Donald Trump Removes 'Muslim Ban' From His Website

One of President-elect Donald Trump‘s most divisive promises to ban Muslims from entering America disappeared from his campaign website before reappearing on Thursday.

Trump‘s campaign staff told US media that text of the pledge, posted in December following terror attacks in San Bernardino, California, vanished because of a technical glitch.

It reappeared after journalists questioned the disappearance.

Photos Of The Kuje Prison Cell Where Femi Fani-Kayode Will Be Staying Until He Meets ₦50m Bail Condition

According to Sahara Reporters, these are photos of the jail cell where Femi Fani-Kayode will be spending time at Kuje prison in Abuja.

Meet the 72-year-old fitness grandpa that's currently buzzing online. Photos

Photos of a 72-year-old man working out shirtless in the winter in southwest China's Chengdu has gone viral on Chinese social media. The man surnamed Zheng attributes his physique to years of regular exercise regardless of the season. Doing splits is no problem for the fit and cheerful grandpa. 

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SHOCKING! See How ISIS Murder These Men Accuse of Various Crimes (Graphic Photos)

ISIS savages have crucified spies, hacked a thief's hand off with a meat cleaver and hurled a man of a roof for being gay in a brutal new wave of punishments. Shocking new pictures show extremists carrying out gruesome public executions in town squares in northern Iraq.

Another picture shows a man accused of being a thief being held down while his right hand is chopped off in front of a baying crowd.

Separate pictures show blindfolded men being tied up in public and shot in the head.

"My Husband Starved Me Of Sex For Seven Years" - Woman Tells Court

A housewife, Jelila Nurudeen, on Friday asked an Ojaoba Sharia Court, Ibadan, to put an end to the union with her husband, Nurudeen Olanrewaju, on grounds of sexual starvation for over seven years.

The mother of three in her petition alleged that her husband was subjecting her to emotional torture by starving her of sex for seven years.