340,634 registered voters for Lagos bye election on Saturday – INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has said that it has 340, 634 registered voters for the Dec. 3 bye-election in Ifako-Ijaiye Federal Constituency of Lagos State.

Clement Oha, INEC Administrative Secretary in Lagos State told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that the distribution of Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC) was ongoing ahead of the poll. “We are distributing PVCs so eligible registered voters can still go to INEC office in Ifako Ijaiye Local Government and pick up their PVCs,” Oha said.

South Africa Striker says Cameroon will support them against Super Falcons

Banyana Banyana of South Africa striker Noko Matlou expects the majority of the fans at Stade Municipal in Limbe to be rooting for her side when they face the Super Falcons of Nigeria in Tuesday's semifinal clash at the 2016 Africa Women's Cup of Nations in Cameroon.

This is the fourth time the Falcons will be meeting South Africa in the semi-final with the seven-time African champions winning two (2002 and 2014) and losing once (2012).

This is what watching of adult movies can do to your Marriage

A group of American researchers highlight the horrifying impact of pornography on society in the book The Social Costs of Pornography. And because it's so easy to access, there has been a significant increase in how much pornography is viewed.

One of the frightening discoveries of this research is how continuous consumption of pornography leads to pathological changes and dysfunctions. After years of ignoring the dangers of pornography, it has finally been included as an addiction and disease. This addiction, which so many people claim to be 'harmless' can be so severe it leads users to lose their marriages, families and jobs.

This is what Tinubu said about Akeredolu’s victory in Ondo

A former Lagos State governor, Bola Tinubu, on Sunday congratulated Rotimi Akeredolu, the winner of the governorship election in Ondo State.

Mr. Tinubu had been opposed to Mr. Akeredolu’s emergence as candidate of their party, APC, alleging irregularities in the party’s primaries.

The former governor and his key supporters were conspicuously absent during Mr. Akeredolu’s campaign rallies.

Reports | Lagos States residents waste 3 out of 10 years in traffic

At least three of every 10 years spent in Lagos is lost to traffic, a survey by a Lagos-based transport firm, Planet Projects, has shown.

It, therefore, means that residents of Lagos, Nigeria’s economic capital, spend an average of seven hours 20 minutes in traffic every day.

The Managing Director, Planet Projects, Mr. Biodun Otunola, who spoke on the issue at a press briefing in Lagos on Saturday, said 70 per cent of the city’s traffic bottlenecks could be located on road junctions.

Top 5 Nigerian States with highest debt profile

The debt profile of the country and its component parts has recently come into focus, more especially since most states could hardly embark on any capital-intensive project or pay salaries due to huge domestic and foreign debts.

Debts owed by states are in multiple categories: foreign debt, domestic debt, CBN bailout funds and the Budget Support Facility arranged for them by the Federal Government.

I have been fighting with dark spiritual forces - Nnamdi Kanu

IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu, has stated that he would never betray Biafrans and the struggle for Biafra no matter what situation he finds himself in.

In a statement issued on Sunday, he said:

Bobrisky says he doesn't womaniser

Popular bleaching expert and self-acclaimed male barbie, Bobrisky has opened up on his personal life in a new interview.

The transvestite mentioned this in an interview with Vanguard following questions about his sexual orientation.

Robbers strangle widow to steal bags of rice

A widow, Mrs. Florence Ede, has been strangled by suspected robbers on her farm in Chikanda, a border community in the Baruten Local Government Area of Kwara State.

The deceased, popularly known as Mama do good, hailed from Enugu State and was a food seller when she came to the community in 1985, but became a commercial farmer after the death of her husband.

Anenih reveals how Buhari jailed him for 18 months for being rich

Chief Tony Anenih has said that President Muhammadu Buhari jailed him for 18 months during his military administration because he was wealthy.

The former Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party’s Board of Trustees was in prison between March 1984 and August 1985.

Writing in his biography titled ‘My Life and Nigerian Politics’, which was launched in Abuja over the weekend, Anenih stated that Buhari went about arresting politicians arbitrarily.

Amaju Pinnick embarks on ‘VIP scouting’ trip to Europe

President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Amaju Pinnick, has travelled to Europe, in a bid to convince some young Nigerian footballers, to commit their international future to Nigeria.

Pinnick had at several times stated that some of the best youngsters in Europe, will one day switch their allegiance and play for the Super Eagles.

Victor Moses Makes EPL Team Of The Week

In-form Super Eagles forward Victor Moses has been included in the English Premier League Team of the Week following this weekend's round of games.

Moses, who has been Chelsea's best player in recent games, is in the team compiled by telegraph.co.uk.

Other players who also in the XI include Arsenal's  Alexis Sanchez, West Ham trio Darren Randolph, Angelo Ogbonna and Aaron Cresswell; Xherdan Shaqiri of Stoke and Manchester City's Fernandinho.

Mourinho needs a six-match ban to calm him down – Former Referee

Former Premier League referee, Graham Poll, has called for Jose Mourinho to be banned for six games.

Mourinho was sent to the stands for the second time this month, during Manchester United’s 1-1 draw with West Ham at Old Trafford on Sunday.

The Portuguese angrily kicked a water bottle, after Pogba was booked for diving in the first half and referee Jonathan Moss sent him to the stands.

Zimbabwe First Lady Declares Herself As New President After Mugabe Hints At Retirement Over Health Issues

Zimbabwean first lady, Grace Mugabe has announced herself as the new president to take over when her husband, Robert Mugabe finally steps down due to his concerned health issues.

Robert Mugabe, is the world’s oldest and one of the longest serving Head of State at 92 years old. Mugabe having ruled for over 30 years, was reportedly advised to drop out of the 2018 election race by his medical doctors, which possibly is the main reason he is forcing himself into retirement.

Victor Moses to get new improve deal at Chelsea to keep off Barcelona

Chelsea is ready to open negotiations with Victor Moses in the coming weeks, with a view to offering him a new deal at the club.

The 25-year-old has been in brilliant form this season, thriving in a wing-back role under Antonio Conte and is reportedly attracting interest from Spanish giants, Barcelona.

Presidency explains how 200,000 persons were selected for N-Power jobs

The Senior Special Assistant, SSA, on Media and Publicity in the Office of the Vice President, Laolu Akande, on Sunday explained how 200,000 Nigerians were selected in the first batch of the N-Power Volunteer Corps, NPVC, asserting that the selection was not only fair and transparent, but carefully put together.

He clarified this while giving an update on the NPVC which is now advancing with assignment of beneficiaries to their places of deployments in their states of residence. He explained that 40 per cent of those who applied for the N-Power Teach and Agric were first selected, followed by 50 per cent of those who applied for the Health category, all based on an assessment test.

Trump accuses Clinton of reneging on her concession speech after she threw supports for votes recount

United States President-elect Donald Trump has accused former Democratic presidential rival Hillary Clinton of reneging on her concession speech certifying the results of the Nov. 28 presidential election.

Trump, in a series of tweets on the recount, condemned Clinton’s support to the votes recount efforts by Green Party nominee Jill Stein for Wisconsin, Michigan and Pennsylvania.

Wilfried Zaha has chosen to play for Ivory Coast after two appearances for England

Wilfried Zaha has chosen to represent Ivory Coast at international level, despite making two appearances for England before.

The Crystal Palace winger played for the Three Lions in two friendly matches against Sweden and Scotland in November 2012 and August 2013 respectively.

But the 24-year-old, who was born in Abidjan, remained eligible for his home nation as he has not played for England in a competitive fixture.

National Assembly legislative aide, Sani Mashi dies after collapse

A Senior Legislative Assistant with National Assembly, Abubakar Sani Mashi has died after collapsing at the entrance into NASS.

Fani-Kayode says continuous detention of Dasuki, Kanu is barbaric and inhuman

The Presidential campaign spokesperson, Femi Fani-Kayode, has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to release some high-profile detainees in the country, saying their detention was illegal and barbaric.

The former Aviation Minister, who took to his twitter handle, called on the President to release former National Security Adviser, NSA, Col Sambo Dasuki(rtd), leader of the Indigeous People of Biafra, IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu, a former aide to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, Warimpa Dudafa and former FCT Minister, Bala Mohammed.

Governor Obaseki hails Akeredolu's victory, talks about Ondo-Edo relationship

Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has congratulated the Governor-elect of Ondo State, Mr. Rotimi Akeredolu, SAN, on his victory in last Saturday’s gubernatorial election, saying, “I am delighted to hear of your victory in Saturday’s election.”

Governor Obaseki in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. John Mayaki, said, “I have followed your career for years and was excited to read about your political victory. You have always impressed me with your clear vision and ability to get the job done against the most formidable opposition.

CBN: Naira has lost 85% of its value in two years

The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has revealed that the nation’s currency has lost about 85 per cent of its value in the last two years, harping on the need for risks managers in banks to brace up to the risks facing the banking sector.

The Director, Banking and Payment System, CBN, Mrs. Tokunbo Martins, stated this at the weekend in a presentation made at a round-table discussion organised by the Risk Managers Association of Nigeria, RIMAN, in Lagos.

"I would never join Barcelona" - Toni Kroos

Toni Kroos insists he would not consider switching Real Madrid for Barcelona and has revealed he could retire at the end of his current contract.

The likes of Michael Laudrup, Luis Enrique, Luis Figo and Ronaldo have all played for the two Clasico rivals during their career, but Kroos has no interest in joining that list.

The midfielder signed a new contract last month to keep him at Santiago Bernabeu until 2022, which would see him remain in the Spanish capital until the age of 32.

Federal Judge orders Justice Ofili-Ajumogobia into the dock

The arraignment of Justice Rita Ofili-Ajumogobia of the Federal High Court and Chief Godwin Obla (SAN), for alleged bribery, is currently underway before a Lagos State High Court in Ikeja.

The presiding judge, Justice T. Oshodi, just ordered the defendants into the dock.

Victim forced into prostitution in Libya after she was poisoned & hypnotized in church narrates her story

Miss Peju Akins (pseudonym) was offered a poisoned chalice in a Lagos church in January, 2015; she embraced it hook, line and sinker!

A lady she met during Sunday service painted the rosy picture of Libya, with the streets of Tripoli, “flowing with milk and honey,’’ and the promise that after making money in the North African country, she would easily migrate to Europe.

Please Read This! Story of How Cheating Husband From Benue State Destroys Family With HIV/AIDS

According to yabaleftonline who shared the story, they say it is a true-life story from our nation that has shocked the minds of many who are or aren’t in support of cheating spouses. The story just might give you second thoughts when you’re about to break your partner’s trust and loyalty. It was shared yesterday on Twitter by H K Narcissus. 

Please follow the thread below:

Chelsea FC post photos of Davido hanging out with their players

Nigerian singer Davido paid a visit to Stamford Bridge and was pictured with Chelsea footballers Hazard, Luiz, Costa, Azpilicueta, and Moses after their 2- 1 defeat of Tottenham on Saturday.

Now, To honor his visit, Chelsea FC surprisingly published the pictures on their official Facebook page.

See more photos below: 

Maje Ayida gave me STD – Toke Makinwa reveals in her book

Toke Makinwa’s much talked about book is out and in Chapter 8 of the book (Hurt) she revealed how her ex-husband, Maje Ayida infected her with a disease after returning from a trip.

Cult clash leave Four dead in Auchi polytechnic

Despite the numerous campaigns in various institutions of higher learning to end cultism and violence, the malaise still has a way of rearing its ugly head every now and again.

It has again reared its head in the polytechnic town of Auchi, Edo state, as about four persons are feared dead in a renewed cult clash in and around the town. The recent clash was between members of the Eiye and Black Axe confraternities.

So sad! Final year student of UNN commits suicide

A final year student of the University of Nigeria Nsukka studying Agric Economics has taken his life.

According to his friend, Nwachukwu Daniel Ikechukwu, who yesterday posted the photo on Facebook, the young man killed himself over a debt. Apparently, he lost some money to betting.