Federal Government commends Nigerians for their resilience despite the tough times

President Muhammadu Buhari-led federal government has commended Nigerians for their resilience despite the tough times occasioned by the economic recession.

The Minister of Information and Culture, Mr Lai Mohammed, gave the commendation in Lagos in his keynote address at the 4th Commonwealth Public Relations Congress.

Oh No! Justin Bieber gives fan a bloody lip in Barcelona

Justin Bieber left a fan bleeding after the Canadian singer punched him in his face in Barcelona.

The 22-year-old artist punched the fan through the open window of his car.

A video acquired by TMZ shows that the enthusiastic fan tried to grab the singer as he arrived for his Purpose Tour concert Tuesday night at Palau Sant Jordi in Barcelona.

Plateau State | Former Muslim Pilgrims Board official confesses to stealing N94m

The immediate past Executive Secretary, Plateau Muslim Pilgrims Board, Alhaji Salisu Mohammed, has confessed that he diverted N94 million from funds paid by intending pilgrims.

He said the money was used to sponsor himself and some politicians on pilgrimage.

He made the confession on Tuesday while testifying before a Judicial Commission of Inquiry set up by the Plateau government to probe activities of former Gov Jonah Jang’s administration.

#OndoDecides: Police deploys 26,000 officers, 20 gunboats, 3 helicopters

The Inspector General of Police, Ibrahim Kpotun Idris has announced that no fewer than 26,000 officers and men of the Force drawn from 26 mobile units would be deployed for this weekend’s governorship election in Ondo State.

The IGP stated this On Tuesday in Akure, the state capital, at a meeting with INEC officials, security operatives and others stakeholders.

D’banj admits to N100m debt lawsuit

Few days ago we brought you reports that Dbanj took to his social media platform to blast Pulse NG for releasing stories about is N100m debt. D’banj, who was recently interviewed by Moet Abebe of Soundcity, said:

Wow! Nigerian couple rocks school uniforms for their pre-wedding photo shoot

Nigerians are really taking this pre-wedding shoot game to a whole new level. This couple has a new idea of the pre-wedding shoot.

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Toyin Aimakhu's ex-boyfriend releases official statement for iPhone theft allegations

Seun Egbebe has denied stealing over 9 iPhones he was caught walking away with at computer village yesterday. According to what he told the police yesterday, he wanted to get money from his car before the alarm was raised.

“My attention has been drawn to an online publication of the aforementioned. The story is pretty laughable and better left in the court of public opinion. Ordinarily, 1 do not want to join issues with the writer of the publication but I have a responsibility to set the records straight for my fans, friends and foes , in the defence of the truth.

Aww! Parents burst into tears at the wedding of their only daughter (Photos)

The parents of a lovely bride were left with no choice than to give in to their emotions as they gave out their only daughter’s hands in marriage a couple of days ago.

Mercy Omotosho’s folks broke down in tears at her wedding ceremony during the weekend in Lagos – the stunning bride joined her parents to shed tears but was consoled by her new hussy, Oladipo Richards.

Tekno Pens Mega Deal With SONY Music (Video)

It is now official! Tekno has joined the league of other Nigerian acts, Davido, Ycee and Wizkid as he inks a deal with Sony Music.

The singer shared a video clip via his Instagram page on Tuesday, November 22, showing him signing documents which put him on the Sony roster of Nigerian artists.

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Pls Advice! Yahoo Girl or Acting Porn which should I do - 500 Level Nigerian Medical Student

A 500 level medical student who currently, is in dire monetary need has said she’s considering venturing into internet scam or soft pornography to sustain her cost of studentship amidst the current scathing economic recession.

The lady shares her situation with break or Make Up as she seeks counsel about venturing into the sale of adult contents online to interested buyers. See her post below:

"How I Was Accused Of Stealing iPhones & Beaten Up" - Toyin Aimakhu Ex-BF, Seun Egbegbe

Embattled producer and socialite, Seun Egbegbe, arrested this morning (Tuesday, November 22) at Computer Village (Ikeja, Lagos) by the police for allegedly stealing 9 iPhones, has denied the theft.

The estranged lover of star actress Toyin Aimakhu told the police that he was on his way to his car to pick money for the phones when the sales boy raised an alarm that he was bolting away.

He was apprehended by passersby and beaten. Thereafter, policemen from Area F in GRA Ikeja were alerted, and he has whisked away.

Police arrest car thief who uses special unlock device but his smiles has got everyone talking (Photo)

A car thief, who uses a device he called ‘Try Your Luck Key’ to steal vehicles from where they are parked, has landed in police net in Enugu.

The suspect, Ikechukwu Isaiah, reportedly hails from Abia State but resides in New Nyanya, Nasarawa State.

SOUTHERN CITY NEWS learnt that the police in Enugu had been on Isaiah’s trail since August, when he stole a Toyota Camry, with registration number BJ 697 UWN.

Kelly Rowland goes Nude in new photos

American award singer, Kelly Rowland showed off her flawless skin in newly released Nude shots. She is already 35 years and still looks flawless.

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Emmanuel Adebayor acquires luxuries cars and private jet days after converting to Muslim (photos)

Togolese Striker, Emmanuel Adebayor has continued to make the headlines despite being a free agent for some time now.

The Togolese who recently became a Muslim faithful took to social media to flaunt his private jet, houses, and very expensive cars.

The 32-year-old has finally addressed the issue by giving reasons he converted to Islam.

Nigerian Army Declares 46 Soldiers Missing After Boko Haram Attack

The Nigerian Army has officially declared one officer and 45 soldiers missing in a major Boko Haram attacks five weeks ago. The Army authorities have reportedly informed the families of the 46 personnel of the fate of their loved ones and requested that their next of kin forward bank details for onward remittance of accrued payments. 

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So cute! Conjoined Twins At The Head Look At Each Other For The First Time Since Separation (Photos)

Jadon and his brother Anias, 14 months, were born conjoined at the head. Doctors separated the boys in a 27-hour surgery on October 13. And a month later, as they make a historically rapid recovery, they have been pictured looking at each other for the first time.

The pair will be moved to a rehab facility shortly after Thanksgiving, six weeks after surgery. 

Lagos Traditional Ruler's Son And Two Brothers Sentenced to Death By Hanging For Murder

Two brothers, Shola and Kayode Oni and one other person, are to die by hanging for the murder of one Suleiman Afolabi during a fight on Christmas day in 2012. Also to be hanged to death alongside the two siblings is Ibrahim Omilade, the son of a traditional ruler in Mafoluku, Oshodi, Lagos State, Chief Bashiru Omilade.

The incident happened at Eyin Ogun Street, Mafoluku, Oshodi, in Lagos State when Suleiman received several machete cut which led to his death.

The accused person were found guilty for the death of the deceased by Justice Kudirat Jose of a Lagos High Court sitting in Ikeja.

HIV Man Slept With More Than 100 Women Sentenced To Jail With Hard Labour (Photos)

An HIV-positive Malawian man who said he slept with at least 100 girls and women in traditional cleansing rituals has been sentenced to two years in jail and hard labour after being convicted of 'engaging in harmful practices'.

Malawi's President Peter Mutharika had ordered the arrest of Eric Aniva, a sex worker known locally as a "hyena", after he admitted in a BBC interview to having sex with more than 100 women and underage girls and not disclosing his HIV status.

Photos: President Buhari Arrives Equatorial Guinea Ahead Of 4th Africa-Arab Summit

President Muhammadu Buhari has departed Abuja, Nigeria and has arrived Malabo, Equatorial Guinea ahead of the 4th Africa-Arab Summit. The summit, which will be attended by Heads of State and Government from Gulf and African countries, is expected to endorse the Malabo Declaration and Action Working Plan for 2017-2019 to promote trade and economic ties. 

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Business Mogul, Alhaji Indimi To Invest $500m In Jigawa State. Photos

A renowned Business Mogul Alhaji Muhammad Ali Indimi says he will invest about Five Hundred Million Dollars in the provision of solar power generation in the State. 

Alhaji Muhammad Ali Indimi made the disclosure when he paid a courtesy call to the Executive Governor of Jigawa State Alhaji Muhammad Badaru Abubakar in his office.

Presidency Confirms Buhari To Run For Second Term in 2019

With just a year and seven months into the four years term of the administration of President Muhammdu Buhari which will terminate in 2019, the Presidency has given sure indication that the President would seek a second term in office in the next general elections.

It also vehemently dismissed comments that it would be a lonely walk for the President, a development expected to serve as a punishment for perceived bad governance.

According to Vanguard, the refutation was a sharp reply to a statement credited a former member of the defunct Congress for Progressive Change, CPC, Alhaji Buba Galadima, that the people of Nigeria would abandon Buhari should he choose to seek re-election.

Emmanuella clinch AAMMA awards, crowned “Princess Of Comedy” in Australia

This year has turned out to be a really great year for Nigerian Comedienne Little Emmanuella . She has been crowned the Princess of Comedy by the Australian Government while Mark Angel was Honored with a leadership Award.

Emmanuel becomes the youngest recipients of the Afro -Australia Music & Movie Awards (AAMMA). The youngster was given to her in Sydney, Australia. She won 2 awards – Best new comedienne & Princess of Comedy.

Damn! “If I Agree To Go To Dubai With You, And Refuse Sex, Please Rape Me!” - Nigerian Lady Says

Uzoma Precious is one Nigerian lady who can be considered to be a “Facebook Celebrity”, as she’s followed by over 45k people on the platform… The lady’s known for her outspokenness and her ever readiness to say whatever the heck comes to her mind on social media.

ASUU Chairman Warns: “Indefinite Strike Is Imminent”

As a week’s nationwide warning strike by university lecturers ends today (Tuesday), the teachers are threatening to go on an indefinite strike if their demands are not met.

Dr. Ifeanyi Abada, the Chairman of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka Chapter of the Academic staff Union of Universities, made this known on Tuesday in Nsukka, Enugu State.

Nigerian monarch drags Shell to court in London, presents polluted water

King Emere Godwin Bebe Okpabi holds up a plastic bottle containing contaminated water from his community in Nigeria, proof of oil pollution that he blames on Royal Dutch Shell and on which he hopes a London court will deliver justice.

“My people are drinking this water,” said the tribal king of the Ogale community in the oil-rich Niger Delta.

Ahmed Makarfi: PDP leadership crisis will be over before the end of December

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Caretaker Committee Chairman, Sen Ahmed Makarfi, has predicted that the leadership crises that have bedeviled the party will be over by the end of the year.

Speaking in Abuja, the former Kaduna State governor said the decision to give the caretaker committee a one-year extension in Port Harcourt during the party’s National Convention in Port Harcourt, Rivers State in August was a right decision.

According to Makarfi, before the tenure of his committee expires, the Supreme Court would have settled the leadership crises ravaging the party.

Photos of Shiites trekking from Kaduna to Zaria

Members of the Islamic group, Shiite are currently trekking from Kaduna to Zaria in Kaduna State. The trek is believed to be in protest of detention of their leader El-Zakzaky.

80% of JAMB candidates not qualified to write UTME – Registrar

The Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, has revealed that 40 per cent of candidates, who pass the examination annually conducted by the body, do not have the qualification to study in the university.

This was as he stated that 80 per cent of the 1.5 candidates, who apply to write the yearly Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, do not have the qualifications to sit for it.

Oloyede made this known in Abuja at the 2016 Nigeria Higher Education Summit with the theme: “Exploiting diversity, differentiation and quality assurance in revitalising the Nigerian higher education system.”

Chibok is still under Boko Haram control, military lied - Chairman of Chibok LG

The Caretaker Chairman of Chibok Local Government Area of Borno state, Mr. Yaga Yarkawa, has lamented the renewed attacks by Boko Haram terrorists in the local government, insisting that with the recent attacks on Thlaimaklama village which has displaced many people from their homes, Chibok has again come under the control of Boko Haram.

Yaga Yarkawa told newsmen on Monday night in Maiduguri while visiting to receive food items donated by the State Government for onward delivery to displaced persons.

Ooni of Ife unveils "Moremi Ajasoro", tallest statue in Nigeria (Photos)

Ooni of Ife yesterday unveiled "Moremi Ajasoro", the tallest statue in Nigeria .It is 42 feet tall with 30 risers. It is the tallest statue in Nigeria and the 3rd tallest in Africa.

It is constructed right on the spot Moremi lived several centuries of years ago. It is 100 percent locally constructed by Nigerian engineers and youths sourced with sole Nigerian materials.