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.

Photos: Twin Baby Born With Brain Outside Of Her Skull Defies All Expectations By Surviving

An identical twin who was born with a rare condition that caused her brain to grow outside of her skull has defied doctors by surviving. Aniyah Todd, had only 10 per cent of her brain and was diagnosed with encephalocele - and her family was warned she would likely die. 

Surgeons were forced to remove the majority of her brain tissue during a life-saving operation when she was just a day old.

Federal Government donates Made-In-Nigeria drugs to Cameroon's train accident victims. Photos

The Federal government today donated 70 tonnes of Made-In-Nigeria drugs to victims of a train mishap that happened in Cameroon in October this year. No fewer than 70 people were killed and nearly 600 injured when an overloaded passenger train travelling between Cameroon's two largest cities derailed and overturned.

The drugs were presented to the Cameroonian envoy by Minister of state for Foreign Affairs, Khadija Bukar Abba. 

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Footballer Izu Joseph, killed by JTF military to be buried 3rd December

Izu Joseph, the former Shooting stars of Ibadan footballer that was killed in October by Military men from the JTF in Rivers State (If you don't know this story read here here and here) will now be laid to rest on the 3rd of December, 2016 in his hometown of Okarki, Rivers State according to his family...

Speaking to Linda Ikeji's Blog, his brother Izu Reuben said :

Meet 18-year-old Marianne Kondo, One Of The Most Beautiful Girls In Congo. Photo

Yes, the opening title wasn't a mistake if you are thinking it was, she is one of the most beautiful girls in Congo, according to reports from Gossip Mill.

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Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez Back Together, Planning on Getting Married. Photo

Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez are back together and according to a report, they are moving close so fast that they are already planning a wedding.

“Justin reached out to Selena a few weeks ago while she was in rehab,” a source tells In Touch, exclusively. “She was surprised to hear from him, but soon they were talking all the time.”