Commanding Officer, Eight Soldiers Killed in Boko Haram Ambush

Nigerian troops suffered another setback on Tuesday in the quest to root out Boko Haram remnants from the North-eastern part of the country, with the reported death of the Commanding Officer of the 114 Task Force Battalion, Lt.-Col. B.U. Umar.

According to reports by THISDAY, the casualties of Nigerian troops in the latest Boko Haram ambush, which occurred between Pita and Piridang in Borno State, could be well over eight.

Military sources, who could not confirm whether others in the commanding officer’s convoy were killed or survived the attack, said that the unfortunate incident occurred yesterday morning.

5-year-old girl abandoned on the street after her mom was murdered at home (Photo)

A 5-year-old girl has been found abandoned at a New York City bus terminal with no clue of her parents around.

After she was found alone, the police traced her home and made a tragic discovery there.

CBS New York reports that the incident occurred in Connecticut, USA.

So Sad! Nollywood Actress, Kudirat Ajimati Dies (Photo)

Popular Yoruba actress, Kudirat Ajimati who is well known as Ajimat has passed away amidst tears from her family members, friends and fans in Nigeria.

The cause of her death is currently unknown as the news emerged in the evening of the 15th of November, 2016.

OMG! English Model b00bs says 'hello' after she suffers wardrobe malfunction (Photos)

Popular UK hot model displays more than expected as she flashes perky assets when her risque swimsuit unfastens. 

40-year-old popular English model, socialite, aristocrat, and former "It girl", Lady Victoria Frederica Isabella Hervey, who is famed for her scanty outfits and fearless exposure of her figure, gave the paparazzi an eyeful as she soaked up the sun during a trip to Palm Springs in California on Friday.

WTH! Man Caught Wife Sleeping With a Snake on Their Matrimonial Bed

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Leonard Mpofu, a man from Esigodini, a village in Zimbabwe, has made a shocking allegation against his wife.

According to Zimeye, the man said he walked into his home and was shocked to find his wife on their matrimonial bed with a snake.

The man consequently assaulted his wife brutally after accusing her of cheating on him and committing to fetish acts.

UN says resurgence of Boko Haram displacing more Nigerians

The United Nations Office for Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has raised the alarm that more Nigerians may be displaced in the coming days as a result of the resurgence of Boko Haram in the country’s north-east region.

It should be noted that Boko Haram has recently gained military strength in an uncanny manner leading to the death of an influential military commander, Lt Colonel Muhammad Abu Ali and others.

Janet Jackson ex-husband maintains they have a secret daughter together (Photos)

Janet Jackson ex-husband James DeBarge has maintained they have a secret daughter together.

During an appearance on his daughter Kristina's show Growing Up Hip Hop, she confronts him about the allegations. The 53-year-old said:

I'm tired of the secrecy,' 'I'm tired of the truth not coming forward, and people being a coward when it comes to it. And I thought it was wise for me to speak out now because it needs to be addressed.

India | Politician splash £59 million on his daughter's five-day wedding

An Indian politician has come under fire after throwing a lavish wedding for his daughter amidst the poverty that engraves its country.

The lavish bash is said to have cost businessmen and ex-state minister Gali Janardhana Reddy an estimated 5bn rupees - which is equivalent to £59million or $74million.

Femi Kuti weighs into Wole Soyinka's statement that he will tear his green card if Trump wins

Femi Kuti has reacted to the statement made by Nobel Laureate, Wole Soyinka about tearing his green card over Donald trumps victory.

When asked for his opinion concerning Soyinka’s ‘Green Card tearing ceremony’ in an interview with TheNetNg, Femi Kuti, son of Afrobeat Legend, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, said:

Gospel singer, Benita Okojie set to wed, releases pre-wedding photos

Gospel singer Benita Okojie and her lover, Wale Adeyina are engaged and set to walk down the aisle. The soon-to-wed couple have now released their pre-wedding photos and their proposal story.

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Abia State | Community threatens retaliation over Fulani herdsmen attack

Serious tension is now brewing at the Ndi Okereke Abam Community in Ovukwu area of Arochukwu Local Government Area of Abia State, following reports that leaders of the community had resolved to avenge last week’s attack by Fulani herdsmen resulting in the wounding of seven persons by the alleged invaders.

The victims said that they were reportedly attacked by the Fulani herdsmen, who used AK 47 rifles, bows and arrows as well as bows and cutlasses among other dangerous weapons.

Femi Fani-Kayode: I'm glad to be out of Kuje Prison

Former Minister of Aviation, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, who has been in detention for the past 24 days, yesterday, regained his freedom.

Fani-Kayode, who was the Director of Media and Publicity in the campaign team of ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, was released after he perfected the bail conditions handed to him by the Abuja Federal High Court. He is answering to a five-count charge preferred against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. 

OMG! See what Doctors extracted from the stomach of a woman with psychic disorders

According to a story shared on Facebook about a woman who had a rare medical disorder 'Metal bezoar' objects such as nails, wood etc was found in her stomach.

Bezoars are uncommon findings in the gastrointestinal tract and are composed of a wide variety of materials. In this case, they were a combination of metals, plastic, and wood. 

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Governor El-Rufai Says Former VP Atiku Haunted By His Corruption Demons

A new firefight has broken out in the All Progressives Congress (APC), as Kaduna State Governor Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai late on Tuesday challenged former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, to clean up his corruption credentials. 

The governor in response to claims made by Alhaji Atiku in an interview with Zero Tolerance, reproduced by Premium Times.

The governor asserted that contrary to the assertions of Atiku who said he attempted to offer him Transcorp shares during the presidency of Olusegun Obasanjo, he had nothing to do with the incorporation of Transcorp.

'God I see you, no recession in my corner'- Timaya shares

Timaya shared the above photo and also the prayerful caption. Yes, we key into that prayer, no recession in my corner, Amen!

So Sad! Nollywood producer and Director, Ansa Bassey Kpokpogri dies at age 36

Top Nollywood filmmaker and Director, Ansa Bassey Kpokpogri has passed away. The Calabar-born mother of one reportedly died of pains from peptic ulcer.

Filmmaker Uduak Isong Oguamanam, younger sister of Emem Isong, took to her Facebook to write a glowing tribute to the University of Calabar graduate, whom she described as a friend, partner and colleague;

Dasuki allegedly declines Federal Government offer to attend father's burial

Former National Security Adviser (NSA) Sambo Dasuki who is currently under detention reportedly rejected the offer made by the federal government to attend his father's burial.

Minister of Interior, Abdulrahman Dambazaum disclosed this to newsmen in Sokoto today after Dasuki's father's burial, the 18th sultan, who died on Monday night. He said the federal government first offered to allow him to visit his sick father at the hospital some days ago but he declined, saying he preferred to remain in detention and pray for him. 

Photo: MMM advert spotted inside a banking hall in Nigeria

So even the bank are now supporting MMM? Let's hope it was photoshopped

Shooting at Oklahoma: Police investigating report at City airport

Police officials confirmed they are investigating a shooting at Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City.

Officials said a man was lying in front of a ticket counter Tuesday, saying he was shot. Airport officials said a person was injured and that officers are searching for a shooter. 

The investigation is affecting flights.

Michael Essien Says Ghana Are Better Than Nigeria

The former Chelsea player and Black Stars Of Ghana Captain was too quick to gave the nod to the country against the in-form Super Eagles.

The Former Ghana international Michael Essien made his reaction known in a recent interview with BBC News and also praised some of his former team-mates ahead of Nigeria, regardless of their sparkling form.

When asked to pick five likely candidates to win the CAF African Footballer of the Year 2016, the former Chelsea midfielder said he prefer Ghanian Andre Ayew to his former Chelsea teammate John Mikel Obi who was stunning as he scored the second goal for the Super Eagles against the Desert Foxes of Algeria in a surprise encounter.

Customs seize 1600 bags of smuggled rice in Lagos

Officials of the Nigeria Customs on Sunday raided Itekun waterside at Ishasi, a suburb near Iba Local Government Area of Lagos, where they seized 1600 bags of rice brought into the country illegally by smugglers.

Taupyen Selchang, spokesman for Seme Customs Command told Premium Times that the raid was carried out by a combined team of officials.

Alex Iwobi One Of The Best Young Players In The World - Siasia

Samson Siasia, who gave Alex Iwobi his first chance with the Nigeria Olympics team, has hailed the Arsenal youngster as one of the best young players in the world.

He is equally amazed by how fast Iwobi has grown from playing in the second team of Arsenal to now a full international with Nigeria within a short time.

His Rainbow Flick against Algeria on Saturday compares to the tricks his uncle, Austin ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha, pulled off in his playing days and remains a talking point several days after.

Ekiti State | Government says Senate lacks powers to probe how we spent bailout

The Ekiti State Government faulted the Senate over its plan to probe into the expenditure of the bailout granted the state by the Federal Government.

The government specifically stated that the upper chamber of the National Assembly lacked the powers to do so in a letter sent to the Chairman, Senate Committee on State and Local Government Administration, Senator Gumel Abdullahi, by the Commissioner for Justice and Attorney-General of the state, Mr. Owoseni Ajayi.

Niger Delta Avengers blow up Nembe pipeline in Bayelsa

Militant group, Niger Delta Avengers have claimed an attack on Nembe Creek Trunk Line pipeline in Bayelsa State. The pipeline is operated by Agip, Oando and Shell.

The militant group said on Tuesday that the attack was carried out as a response to ‘Operation Sharkbite’ recently launched by the Nigerian Navy in the Niger Delta to curb piracy and enhance the security of critical oil facilities in the region.

Cultists surrender arms, ammunition in Rivers State

Cultists on Tuesday surrendered 911 arms, including AK-47 rifles and pump action guns, to the Rivers State Government in the just-concluded Amnesty Programme declared by the state.

This is as the State Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike, also placed a ban on vigilante groups in the state after receiving a report that some vigilante members belonged to various cult groups.

The cultists also laid down 7,369 ammunition through the Chairman of the State Amnesty Committee, Mr. Kenneth Chinda, at the presentation of the committee’s report at the Government House in Port Harcourt.

Gernot Rohr says they must prepare very hard for Cameroon

Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr has demanded preparations for the next World Cup qualifier against Cameroon even though it is nine months away.

“We must prepare very hard for Cameroon, even though that is still nine months away. The Lions are a good team and we must be at our best,” said Rohr.

LA Galaxy confirm Steven Gerrard exit

LA Galaxy have released a statement confirming that midfielder Steven Gerrard has left the club following the conclusion of his contract.

Former Liverpool and England captain Steven Gerrard has confirmed he will leave MLS club LA Galaxy and take time to consider his future.

Husband beats wife to pulp for investing family savings in MMM

A housewife, identified as Mrs. Ogenyi, has been beaten to stupor by her angry husband for allegedly investing the family’s saving in Mavrodi Mondial Moneybox, otherwise known as MMM, Daily Post reports.

Daily Post gathered that problem ensued between the couple, who resides on Balogun Street, Iyana Ipaja area of Lagos Sunday afternoon, after the husband returned from a trip to his hometown in Benue and discovered that the family saving box was missing.

OMG! Couple caught 'bonking on sofa' in a crowded nightclub (Photos)

This is the shocking moment a pair of randy partygoer appeared to be having sex on a sofa in the middle of a packed nightclub.

The couple reportedly shared a steamy embrace for a full five minutes in the crowded Cardiff club, despite having around “25 people watching” them.

They even reportedly carried on after someone tapped the woman on the shoulder.

So Cute! Check out these dapper photos of Wizkid's son, Boluwatife

Nigerian Award Singer, Wizkid's 5-year-old son is already showing that he got some fashion swag in him. Check out his style and pose in those photos above.