Photo: Checkout Zahra Buhari & Ahmed Indimi Wedding Souvenir Boxes

Zahra Buhari will on Friday, the 16th, be getting married to billionaire son, Ahmed Indimi, in Abuja. The beauty had yesterday in Abuja, celebrated her bridal shower.

The photo above shows the couple’s souvenir boxes. There was a wedding ball held on Wednesday 14th December, 2016 at Royal halls in Abuja.

Osun state | Husband and wife sentenced to death by hanging for murder, armed robbery

Victim's Photo

An Osun State High Court sitting in Ile Ife has sentenced a couple – Fatai Jimoh and Lateefat Jimoh – to death by hanging for armed robbery and the murder of one Mrs. Bukola Taiwo of Ikeketu, Ile Ife.

Taiwo was said to have gone on a business trip to Ile Ife on August 12, 2009, and slept over at the Jimohs’ apartment.

It was learnt that the victim, who was a palm oil dealer, used to come from Ibadan, Oyo State, to buy palm oil at Ile Ife.

Lady Tell Story Of How Her Ex Jilted Her With Pregnancy When Things Were Going Well For Him

A lady sent a mail to relationship expert, Joro Olumofin, in January, explaining how she had been dating a guy for two years only to discover that he has a daughter… as if that was not heartbreaking enough, she had to suffer being abandoned whilst she was pregnant for him this year.

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Aww! Toke Makinwa has replied the OAP who proposed to her on Instagram

Media personality, Toke Makinwa has responded to the City FM OAP, Uche's marriage proposal he made yesterday. All that seems to remain now is the ring and the planning ... They are both good to go ... Lol. 

Aisha Buhari calls for prayers as her second daughter, Zahra, gets married tomorrow

The first lady of the country, Aisha, shared this lovely photo of her daughter Zahra, and her husband to be, Ahmed who are set to Wed tomorrow.

This is the first photo of the couple seen together the family had denied the initial first photo which circulated the media as their pre-wedding photo.

US-based Nigerian Pastor buys a brand new SUV as Christmas gift for his Mom (Photo)

Pastor Keion Henderson of The Lighthouse Church, Houston, put a smile on the face of his mom as he bought her a brand new SUV for Christmas.

Sharing the photo, the pastor wrote on his Instagram page:

OPINION: Mathematical Analysis of How MMM-Nigeria System Works And Why It Always Bound to Fail

Nigerians are still trying to figure out what to do if the pause placed on MMM-Nigeria is finally lifted by January (hopefully it does happen). Although, the Nigeria Central Bank has been issuing warnings to Nigerians to boycott the Ponzi scheme but with the current state of our economy, a lot of Nigerians has found succor from the scheme for survival.

A Facebook user Ebuka J. Anichebe has practically explained the mathematical phenomenon in which the MMM-Nigeria System operates. In is post titled #MMMDecoded, the Marketing Expert shared an in-depth example of how the system works with it 30% grow your money scheme.

See what he wrote below:

Crystal Palace 1 Man United 2: Ibrahimovic gifts Red Devils 3 Points with a dramatic late winner

Zlatan Ibrahimovic grabbed a dramatic, late winner as Manchester United remained in touch with their rivals for Champions League qualification with a 2-1 win at Crystal Palace.

The away team led through Paul Pogba's strike in added time at the end of the first half at Selhurst Park on Wednesday.

James McArthur netted a classy and deserved equaliser for the hosts after the break, but Palace could not halt the powerhouse combination of Pogba and Ibrahimovic, who was played in by the midfielder to snatch the winner from a tight angle with two minutes to go in normal time.  

The result leaves United sixth, three points behind Tottenham and six back from local rivals Manchester City, who occupy the final Champions League qualifying berth. 

Study shows nearly 10 million Americans are victims of revenge porn

Just over two years ago, Jennifer Lawrence, Kate Upton and many other actresses found their private images had been stolen and posted on the Internet for all to see.

While that stood as a high-profile case, men and women alike are victims of revenge porn much more often than you might think.

About one in 25 Americans are either threatened with or victims of nonconsensual image sharing, or "revenge porn" as it's more commonly known. That equates to roughly 10 million Americans, according to a study published by the Data & Society Research Institute.

President Buhari’s 2017 Budget Speech (Full Text)

Protocols

1. It is my pleasure to present the 2017 Budget Proposals to this distinguished Joint Assembly:the Budget of Recovery and Growth.

2. We propose that the implementation of the Budget will be based on our Economic Recovery and Growth Strategy. The Plan, which builds on our 2016 Budget, provides a clear road map of policy actions and steps designed to bring the economy out of recession and to a path of steady growth and prosperity.

3. We continue to face the most challenging economic situation in the history of our Nation. Nearly every home and nearly every business in Nigeria is affected one way or the other.

United States Govt. announces $92m additional humanitarian assistance for Nigeria

This week, the United States Government announced nearly $92 million in additional humanitarian assistance to people affected by the ongoing conflict and severe food insecurity in Nigeria and throughout the Lake Chad Basin region.

With this announcement, the United States is providing more than $291 million in humanitarian assistance since the 2016 fiscal year to people affected by the Boko Haram-related conflict and the related humanitarian crisis. The United States continues to be the single largest humanitarian donor to the region.

Joseph Yobo bemoans poor treatment of Super Falcons

Former Super Eagles skipper, Joseph Yobo, has expressed his sadness over the poor treatment meted on players of the Super Falcons since they returned from this 2016 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon.

Since returning from the Women's AFCON, the Falcons are yet to be paid their outstanding allowances by the cash-strapped Nigeria Football Federation and have not been hosted nor rewarded by the federal government.

VIDEO: Afghan boy who wore Messi's jersey number made from 'plastic bag' finally meets his hero, refuses to let go of him

An Afghan boy who became an internet sensation after wearing a number ten shirt made out of a plastic bag has finally met his hero.

Murtaza Ahmadi, 6, became an over night viral star after pictures of him wearing an improvised Lionel Messi shirt made out of plastic were shared across social media.

My move to China is 90% done - Chelsea Midfielder, Oscar says

Chelsea and Brazilian attacking midfielder, Oscar dos Santos, has disclosed that his move to Chinese Super League giants Shanghai SIPG is almost done.

Reports emerged Wednesday morning claiming that Chelsea is ready to let the Brazilian join the Asian club for a fee said to be around €60 million.

Oscar will be reuniting with former manager Andre Villas-Boas after Chelsea accepted an offer.

Ex-Minister, Fani-Kayode’s ill health stalls trial

A Federal High Court in Abuja was unable to proceed with the trial of a former Minister of Aviation, Mr. Femi Fani- Kayode, as scheduled on Wednesday because of the ex-minister’s ill health.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission had on November 11, 2016, arraigned Fani-Kayode on five charges involving alleged diversion of N26m which he allegedly received from the then National Security Adviser, Sambo Dasuki, under the guise of payment for contract.

The ex-minister allegedly received the money from the Office of the National Security Adviser while he was the Director of Media and Publicity in the campaign organisation of ex-President Goodluck Jonathan.

Nigeria Police chief charges officers to monitor Shiites seriously

A police chief has charged officers to monitor the activities of Shiites in a part of Nigeria. The Assistant Inspector-General of Police, AIG, in charge of Zone One, comprising Kano, Katsina and Jigawa States, Adamu Ibrahim, charged police officers in the zone to remain vigilant and monitor activities of Shiites in the zone.

Mr. Ibrahim gave the charge while addressing officers of Jigawa Police Command in Dutse on Wednesday.

He explained that the recent clash between the Shiites and police in Kano indicated that they were a violent group and must be monitored seriously.

Brother of Lt. Col Umusu killed recently by Boko Haram insurgency writes open letter to President Buhari

Letter to President Buhari by Brother of Lieutenant Colonel Otobrise Umusu the Commanding Officer, 118 Task Force Battalion in Borno State who was killed by Boko Haram.

Odiriviroro Umusu

Odiri.umusu@gmail.com

14th December 2016

His Excellency, President Muhammadu Buhari

President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria

Office of the President

Nigeria Army rescues more 605 women, girls in Sambisa forest

The Nigeria Army on Wednesday said it had rescued additional 605 women and children during its operation in Sambisa forest.

The Theatre Commander, Maj.-Gen. Leo Irabor, stated this during a press conference at the headquarters of the 7 Division of Operation Lafiya Dole in Maiduguri.

Actor, Prince Eke took to Instagram to slam his wife, Muma Gee for abandoning their kids to Abuja

Actor, Prince Eke took to Instagram to call out his wife, singer Muma Gee for allegedly abandoning their 3-month-old baby for a four weeks trip to Abuja.

Prince Eke has since taken down the post and changed his bio to "A single father of three". Read what he posted after the cut:

Tonto Dikeh 'wow' in new make-up photos

Nollywood actress and mother of one, Tonto Dikeh Churchill looks stunning in new make-up photos. She seems very excited during the photo shoot.

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Singer Flavour takes selfies with his adorable daughter, Sophia

Igbo highlife Singer, Flavour N'abania spends some quality time with his lovely second daughter, Sophia, from the ex-beauty queen, Anna Banner.

The dad and daughter be having some intimate daughter-daddy bonding as they take new snaps. His daughter is such a doll...

Pope 80th birthday: Pope Francis says early birthday wishes bring bad luck

Pope Francis on Wednesday quipped that people should not send him early birthday wishes because, in his native Argentina, doing so brings bad luck.

Francis turns 80 on Saturday for the occasion; the Vatican has opened seven email accounts that can receive birthday messages in Latin, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, English, French, German and Polish.

Breakdown of the 2017 Budget Presented By President Buhari

Nigeria’s President, Muhammadu Buhari has presented the 2017 appropriation bill to a joint session of the National Assembly.

Below is the breakdown of the budget:

See Funny Tweets From EFCC’s Official Twitter Handle That Has Got Everyone Talking

Official twitter account of EFCC recent replies to Nigerians on twitter has got everyone talking. A lot of media houses has branded the person running the account is a real clown and a bloody sarcastic one for that matter.

It all started when a twitter user (@Iamsynord) ask EFCC if he should go into Yahoo Yahoo or MMM. Then EFCC replied him.

Photos: Court Orders Senator To Pay N100k Fine For Slapping Newspaper Vendor

A High Court in Uyo has ordered a former senator from Akwa Ibom State, Anietie Okon, to pay N100,000 as damages to a newspaper vendor, Ndifreke Etim, whom he assaulted last year in Uyo, Premium Times reports. 

Mr. Etim, who walks around the city of Uyo, hawking newspapers, had told the court that Mr. Okon slapped him multiple times inside Government House, Uyo, in September last year.

The assault occurred around the state banquet hall where the vendor had gone with the hope of making quick sales during the swearing-in of a new chairman of Akwa Ibom State Council of Traditional Rulers.

Super Falcons To Get Their Allowances on Friday - Presidency assures

The protesting Super Falcons have returned to their Agura Hotel, Abuja after the Presidency promised to pay the money owed them by the Nigeria Football Federation on Friday.

The female national team members who protested at the National Assembly gates on Wednesday morning with placards over the non-payment of their allowances by the Nigerian Football Federation had some days ago, won the 10th African Women Cup of Nations, beating hosts Cameroon 1-0 in an explosive final in Yaounde.

President Buhari presents 2017 budget, says government will concentrate on roads, rail

President Muhammadu Buhari, on Wednesday, presented the 2017 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly, stressing that his administration will focus on infrastructure in the coming year.

Speaking during the presentation, the President said his administration will focus on infrastructure with more attention on road and rail.

Kano State | Authorities cracks down on beggars, arrests 226

The Kano State Hisbah Board arrested 226 beggars for allegedly violating the law banning street begging along the major streets of the state capital in November, an official said on Wednesday.

The officer in charge of the Anti-begging Unit of the board, Malam Musa Sangaya, in Kano said that 119 of the 226 beggars were children, while 107 were adult.

He said, “Our men arrested 226 street beggars around Bata, Naibawa, Nassarawa hospital and Yankaba areas for violating the law banning street begging in Kano metropolis.

Police parades driver who robs passenger at gunpoint

A 35-year-old driver, Felix Jeremiah, who allegedly robbed a female passenger of her belongings at gunpoint, was on Wednesday brought before a Tinubu Magistrates’ Court in Lagos.

The accused, who is facing a five-count charge of conspiracy, robbery, assault, fraud and stealing, pleaded not guilty to the charge.

The prosecutor, Inspector Richard Odigie, told the court that the accused had, on November 27 at about 3p.m. at Oniru Area, Lagos, conspired with two others at large.

Ondo Gov-elect, Akeredolu visits Mimiko, says it will take hard work to surpass his achievements

The Ondo state governor-elect, Mr. Oluwa Rotimi Akeredolu (SAN) today said it will take hard work to surpass the track record put into public service by the state outgoing governor, Olusegun Mimiko.

He noted that Mimiko should be commended for the years he dedicated to public service as two-term commissioner for health, Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Minister for Housing and Urban and as a governor.

The governor-elect was speaking during a courtesy visit to Mimiko and some members of his cabinet at the governor’s office at Alagbaka in Akure.