Obasanjo: Mandela, Tutu encouraged me to contest presidential election

Former President of Nigeria, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, yesterday disclosed that he sought advice from the late South African President, Nelson Mandela and renowned Reverend Desmond Tutu, another South African statesman before deciding to contest the 1999 presidential election.

Obasanjo who spoke in Abeokuta explained that after his release from prison in 1999 over his alleged involvement in a fathom coup, he became confused when people started putting pressure on him to contest the country’s presidency.

New AIDS vaccine ‘cures’ five patients – Report

Three weeks after Prof. Maduike Ezeibe of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Abia State claimed to have discovered a cure for Human Immuno-deficiency Virus/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS), Spanish scientists over the weekend said five patients living with the disease are virus-free seven months after taking a new vaccine.

According to a study published in New Scientist, the treatment, developed by researchers in Spain, allowed the patients to stop taking regular antiretroviral (ARV) drugs – the current method of suppressing HIV.

Rapper The Game lambast Meek Mill for liking posts of Remy Ma lashing on Nicki Minaj

American rapper The Game, who has a long-standing beef with Nicki Minaj's ex, Meek Mill, has called out the Philly rapper, for liking a post of Remy Ma lashing on Nicki, who she made a diss track for that set the internet on fire.

Meek Mill who liked a video of  Remy Ma punching Nicki Minaj, was accused of disrespecting women who gave him life, by The Game. He was also accused of planning the robbery attack at Nicki's house.

Here's what The Game wrote;

Army truck bash into car carrying family of 7 in Calabar

A military truck rammed into a white Lexus jeep carrying a family of 7 (5 adults and two children) coming back from church yesterday in Calabar.

The victims who were coming back from their church, Word Alive Church, Anating by Atu street, had an accident with the green Toyota Hilux truck with license registration “ARMY 933” and somersaulted.

Abuja Airport Closure: See The Calibration Helicopter To Be Used In Kaduna Airport

Ahead of the expected closure of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja for the repairs of the runway beginning from 8th of March 2017, the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has commenced the upgrading of navigational facilities at the Kaduna airport to absorb the increased volume of traffic to be diverted from Abuja.

[National Helm]

'Don’t waste your time probing former governor, Mimiko' - Bishop tells Gov Akeredolu

The Archbishop of Ondo Province, Anglican Communion, Rev Latunji Lasebikan, yesterday advised Ondo State Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu not to be distracted by probing his predecessors.

Rev. Lasebikan said this in a sermon at a thanksgiving service at St. Andrew’s Cathedral Church, Owo Local Government.

The service was also to celebrate the 85th birthday of Akeredolu’s mother, Grace.

Oh dear! See what this driver DID after FRSC Officer caught him breaking traffic rule in Abuja

A taxi driver who violated traffic regulations in FCT Abuja was pictured pleading with the Sector Commander of FRSC in Abuja, Mr Sunday Oghenekaro, at Berger junction area of the city.

DSS arrests Ex-Governor Suswam after recovering guns, 45 exotic car keys, 21 C of O, others in his Car

A former Governor of Benue State, Gabriel Suswam, has been arrested by the Department of State Services, DSS.

The ex-governor was arrested over items recovered inside cars in a building in Abuja, reportedly belonging to him.

DSS in a statement by its spokesman, Tony Opuiyo on Sunday, said the search of the building at 44, Aguiyi Ironsi Way, Maitama, Abuja, led to the discovery of keys of 45 exotic cars, 21 Certificates of Occupancy, arms and ammunition.

4,000 Osun Varsity Students Risk Expulsion Over Non-payment Of Fees

About 4,000 students of Osun State University may be expelled for failing to pay their school fees before the February 28, 2017 deadline set by the authorities of the institution.

The affected students may also miss the first-semester examination scheduled to begin on March 6.

The management of the university disclosed this in a statement by the Corporate Affairs Unit yesterday.

Federal Government Summons NFF Over CAF Election

Ahead of the March 16 election into the executive board of the Confederation of African Football, (CAF) the federal government has through the Minister of Youth and Sports Barrister Solomon Dalung summoned an emergency meeting with the executive board members of the Nigeria Football Federation.

The mandatory emergency meeting which the minister noted will have in attendance, all the board members of the NFF holds on Tuesday 28th, February 2017, at the Minister’s conference room, National Stadium Abuja at 11am.

30 Million People Have Linked Their BVNs - Central Bank

About 30 million Bank Verification Numbers (BVN) have so far been linked to the several bank accounts operated in the country, says the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)

Speaking at a post-event interview with The Guardian, Deputy Director, Banking and Payment System, CBN, Musa Itopa-Jimoh, gave the figure.

#Xenophobia: Dabiri-Erewa Slams South African Home Affairs Minister

Senior Special Adviser (Foreign Affairs) to the President, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has described as insensitive the suggestion by Mr. Malusi Gigaba, South African Home Affairs Minister, that diplomacy is the solution to attacks on Nigerians in his country.

In a personally signed statement issued on Sunday, Mrs. Dabiri-Erewa said:

Two Chinese nabbed, company sealed over importation of fake and substandard tyres worth N5bn (Photos)

Two Chinese have been arrested for their involvement in the importation of fake and substandard tyres worth N5 billion into the country

MessrsTaolung Shen and Xu Jing Yao were arrested and their company Sino Nigeria Import and Export Limited’s warehouse in Lagos sealed by the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON).

Caitlyn Jenner bares cleavage for Oscars after-party

Caitlyn Jenner showed off her fab look as she headed out for two Oscar Afterparties, the Elton John Party, and Vanity Fair.

#Oscars Full List of Winners at the 89th Academy Awards

The 89th Academy Awards (Oscars) took place on Sunday, honoring the best in film. “La La Land,” tied the all-time record with 14 nominations. 

Viola Davis made history after she won her first Oscar for Best Supporting Actress, got inducted into one of the most prestigious acting clubs in the world, EGOT. With the win for her work in the 2016 film “Fences,” Davis becomes the 23rd person to complete the triple crown of acting, a term used to describe actors and actresses who have won at least one acting award at the Oscars, the Emmys, and the Tonys. Congratulations to her and other winners. 

#OscarAward: Viola Davis becomes first black Actress to win Best Actress in a Supporting Role, Emmy and Tony

Viola Davis made history as became the 23rd actor to get the "triple crown of acting", which is used to describe actors who have won at least one acting award at the Oscars, the Emmys, and the Tonys at the 89th Oscar awards held last night.

Viola made history as she did not only win her first oscar, she's now a member of one of the most prestigious acting clubs in the world, EGOT.

Aww! Watch Little Kid Crying And Promised She Will Never Steal Again After Mom Threaten to Take Her to The Police Station (Video)

A video of a little kid apologizing for stealing candy at school has been trending on social media. According to the video, the mom threatens to take her to the police station for taking candy and didn't tell her teacher and the little girl responded with heartfelt remorse that has got everyone feeling sorry for her.

Watch the video below:

"Be careful" - Cristiano Ronaldo warns his Girlfriend on Instagram

Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo warned his girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez to be careful after she shared a photo of herself and a male friend.

Ronaldo’s relationship with Rodriguez was made public in November 2016 when the couple was pictured together on a trip to Disneyland Paris.

Wonderment! See smart shoes with Bluetooth app that changes colors to match your outfit (Photo)

How nice would it be to have one pair of shoes you can use for several occasions and no one would know the difference because it’ll look different each time.

Picture a smart high heeled shoe with customisable, flexible e-paper panels on the sides of the footwear.

That’s the Volvorii, a high-heeled feminine smart shoe, designed by iShuu Technologies to quench your taste for a fashionable, flashy, yet smart wear.

Photo of thief caught stealing church fans in Delta state this morning

As shared initially by Instablog9ja, this guy was caught stealing church fans in Abraka, Delta state. He was later taken away to avoid jungle justice from the mob who were ready to descend on him.

Don’t expect your man to eat only your 'Egusi soup' ... If he cheats buy him condoms - Actress Seyi Hunter

Actress cum producer, Seyi Hunter, has advised her colleagues walking out of their marriages to get a legal separation from their estranged husbands if they are not willing to resolve their lingering marital crisis.

In a chat with Vanguardngr, she condemned the manner in which female entertainers take a walk out of their marriages instead of coming to terms with its realities. According to her, there are lots of single ladies ready to jump at Ubi and Churchill immediately they decide to put an end to their crisis-rocked union.

Messi celebrates 400th win with Barcelona

The Catalan club beat Atletico on Sunday, meaning the Argentine has now won 400 games in all competitions for the La Liga champions

Lionel Messi has won his 400th competitive match as a senior player for Barcelona.

Transfer News: We're trying to sign Messi - Atletico Madrid boss

Atletico Madrid chairman Enrique Cerezo has joked that he is working on a deal to bring Barcelona star Lionel Messi to the club.

The two sides went head-to-head on Sunday looking to make ground on League leaders Real Madrid, with Messi scoring a late winner to give Barca a 2-1 win at the Vicente Calderon.

Atletico Madrid 1 Barcelona 2: Messi's late strike secures 3-points for Barca

Barcelona left it late but secured a 2-1 win at Atletico Madrid on Sunday, with Lionel Messi again decisive at the death.

Lionel Messi struck another late winner to beat Atletico Madrid 2-1 and secure Barcelona a potentially vital triumph in La Liga's engrossing title race.

Diego Godin had seemingly salvaged Atletico a draw 20 minutes from the end, but Messi broke the hosts' hearts with a late goal to make Diego Simeone's men rue their missed opportunities and put Barca top of the table ahead of Real Madrid's trip to Villarreal.

Manchester United 3 Southampton 2: Ibrahimovic late winner gifts League Cup for Jose Mourinho's men

The Premier League clubs played out an eventful game in Sunday's Wembley final, with the United forward proving to be the matchwinner

Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored twice in Manchester United's 3-2 Wembley final victory over Southampton on Sunday to secure the League Cup trophy for Jose Mourinho's men.

Photo Of Soldier Killed After Boko Haram Attack On Military Zone In Borno

A soldier identified as Lance Corporal Chidi Ukelere was killed after battle with Boko Haram members on Wednesday 22/2/2017.

The soldier was one of the brave men killed in a Boko Haram attack on military positions in the town of Gajiram, about 80 kilometres (50 miles) by road north of the Borno state capital, Maiduguri, on Wednesday afternoon.

Actress Mercy Aigbe glow in new photo

Beautiful woman!

Ghanaian politician's daughter commits suicide after allegedly failing a course in school

Adwoa Agyarkwa, the daughter of Kwame Anyimadu-Antwi, an NPP Member of Parliament for Asante Akyem central constituency, has hanged herself.

The 18 -year-old first-year Chemical Engineering student, at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), was found dead on Friday morning in her hostel room with a rope hanging around her neck.

Missing 12-yr-old reportedly fled home with house maid, found in Ogun

The missing 12-year-old daughter of a Ghanaian family, Faith Ayeh, alleged to have been kidnapped by their house help, Mary, has been found.

The missing child was reportedly found in Abeokuta, Ogun state, by a man who had seen the reports about Faith, Punch reports.

Faith’s father, Paul Ayeh, told Punch:

Lol! See what this Nigerian girl says Boyfriend are ...

A Facebook user, Winiesta Neche Winner shared the photo with the status below: