23-year-old student sent to prison for raping 9-year-old orange seller

A 23-year-old student, Muhammad Sani was on Friday remanded in prison for alleged defilement.

Sani was arraigned in a Kano Magistrates’ Court for allegedly raping a 9-year-old orange seller.

Sani resides at Dawanau Quarters, Dawakin Tofa Local Government Area of Kano.

PDP is dead, I pray Nigeria won’t be like it – Obasanjo

Former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo on Friday declared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is dead.

He also called for prayers for Nigeria not to sink like the former ruling party.

Obasanjo said this at the display of 40 African traditional drums in his honour to celebrate his 80th birthday celebration.

Christian Pilgrims Commission says Easter pilgrimage to Israel begins March 8

Rev. Tor Uja, Executive Secretary, Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Commission (NCPC), has confirmed that the 2017 Easter pilgrimage to Israel will commence on March 8.

This is contained in a statement by Celestine Ogugua, NCPC Head of Media.

The executive secretary said that Easter pilgrimage would cost ₦473,000 despite the inflation and exchange rate of dollar, saying that pilgrims would be entitled to BTA at CBN’s approved rates.

Libya to deport more 180 Nigerians on Tuesday

No fewer than 180 Nigerians are expected to return to Nigeria from Libya on Tuesday.

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Foreign Affairs and Diaspora, Mrs Abike Dabiri-Erewa, made this disclosure on Friday while receiving the Federal Commissioner, National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons Commission, Sadiya Farouk in Abuja.

Recall that the country had on February 14 returned 161 Nigerians, while 171 others were deported February 21.

What Osinbajo discussed with CAN, JNI, Miyetti Allah‎ – Presidency

Acting President, Yemi Osinbajo on Friday held a meeting with key groups over the Southern Kaduna crisis.

Highlights of the meeting were tweeted by his media aide Laolu Akande.

Osinbajo “asked all to stop the bloodshed and let there be peace.”

Woman says hardship forced her to throw her one-day-old baby into soak-away

Illustrative Photo of Soakaway

A mother of six from Guru village in outskirt of Bauchi, Bauchi State has thrown her one-day-old baby into a sewage shortly after delivery.

Juliana James, an indigene of Shendan Local Government Area of Plateau State told newsmen when she was being paraded by the police that hardship forced her to do away with the child.

See Photos of how police arrested naked man having sex with cow

Photographs have emerged online of a man arrested by police officers for having sexual intercourse with a cow in broad daylight in Muang Lampang, Malaysia.

Acting President, Osinbajo redeploys Permanent Secretaries

The Federal Government on Friday redeployed two federal permanent secretaries to the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development and Environment.

Acting President Yemi Osinbajo approved the redeployment.

OMG! Rick Ross's ex-girlfriend's sex tape has been leaked (+18 Photos)

Sex tape of Lira Galore, who has been accused in the past of being in a lesbian relationship with Amber Rose, after a snapchat video in which she was making out with Amber was posted, has seen her sextape being released today by unknown persons.

Obasanjo: What I said about Igbo presidency

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has sought to clarify his remarks about Igbo Presidency.

Obasanjo insisted he only told a group of visiting Christian leaders some weeks ago, that he would like to see an end to apparent marginalisation of the South East people.

He however denied stating that it must happen in 2019 or 2023.

AMCON to sack 1,500 Arik Air staff over low revenue

Indications have emerged that no fewer than 1,500 Arik Airline’s staff may be fired this month as part of new management’s cost-saving measures to keep the embattled airline alive.

Arik Air has about 2,000 workers spread across its local and foreign operations, while it operated a fleet of 28 aircraft at optimal capacity, which enabled it to generate enough revenue to meet its over N1 billion wage bill.

Oyo State gets new Police Commissioner

Oyo State Police Command has got a new Commissioner of Police. The new Police boss is Mr. Abiodun Adekunle Odude.

This is sequel to the retirement of outgoing commissioner, CP Samuel Adegbuyi from the service of the Nigerian Police Force.

Why I said anyone who kills a Fulani herdsman takes a repayable loan – El-Rufai

The Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has clarified his earlier comment where he said anyone who kills a Fulani herdsman takes a death loan repayable in 100 years.

Speaking during the ongoing Social Media Week in Lagos, the governor disclosed that many people found the statement he in made in 2012 as inciting violence but it remained the truth.

Insisting that the comment was not a threat, El-Rufai said the comment was meant to help avert crisis.

I am not a monster – Mourinho

Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho says he has proved he is “not a monster”, during his first season with the club.

Last weekend, Mourinho won his first piece of silverware with United, defeating Southampton to lift the EFL Cup.

The former Chelsea boss says he has disappointed people who think he is difficult to work with.

Selena Gomez Spotted Kissing The Weeknd in Hot New Photo

Selena Gomez was photographed kissing her boyfriend, The Weeknd, outside L'Arc nightclub following his concert in Paris on Tuesday, February 28.

EFCC Files New Charges Against Shell, Eni, Over Purchase Of $1.3bn Oil Field

Nigeria’s financial crime watchdog has filed new corruption charges against Royal Dutch Shell, Eni and others regarding the $1.3 billion purchase of a long-disputed oilfield in 2011, according to court documents released on Thursday.

The charges of conspiracy to commit a felony and official corruption were made after an investigation by Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) found new evidence, Jonson Ojogbane, an EFCC senior prosecutor named in the documents, told Reuters by telephone.

Tunisia Agrees To Take Back 1,500 Rejected Migrants From Germany

Chancellor Angela Merkel said on Friday Tunisia had agreed to take back 1,500 rejected Tunisian migrants from Germany, after an attack by a Tunisian on a Christmas market in Berlin which killed 12 people.

Merkel had told Tunisia she wanted to speed up repatriation of failed asylum-seekers after Islamic State supporter Anis Amri drove a truck through the market in December.

Obasanjo: I Don't Know My True Age, My Mother Told Me I was Born on a Market Day

While speaking at the 2017 International Youth Variety Day and Public Presentation of Olusegun Obasanjo’s Books for Children, on Thursday former President Olusegun Obasanjo, admitted he did not know his true age, adding that his late mother merely told him she gave birth to him on a market day.

Obasanjo who spoke at the event as part of programmes for his 80th birthday organised by the Centre for Human Security, with the theme “Presidential Libraries Will Reduce Leadership Deficit in Africa”, said while growing up, he had the challenge of knowing his real date of birth, because his parents were illiterates.

Amazing! See how this bus driver pull over to save a suicidal woman (VIDEO)

 

A brave bus driver has saved a suicidal woman in a most amazing manner while on a routine journey.

Metro reports that Damone Hudson, who drives a bus in Dayton, Ohio, was crossing the Main Street Bridge when he noticed a woman standing on the wrong side of the rail.

He was shown on CCTV immediately pulling the bus over and opening the door, before trying to talk the woman back from the ledge.

#Warrisdis! Ex BBNaija Housemates, Miyonse, Soma spotted with a boobilicious female fan

Former Big Brother Naija Housemates, Soma and Miyonse have unintentionally found themselves in the news again over an issue unrelated to entertainment.

Aww! See Lovely Pre-Wedding Photos of a Couple in Keke Napep

Marry Me Photography has directed a beautiful pre-wedding photo session of two awesome love birds set to get married this year.

The couple has driven home the message of their love using the cheapest available resources. They have succeeded in melting the hearts of Nigerians without the usual glamour of rocking exotic clothes, snapping at upscale locations and the rest associated with luxury.

It is Dangerous to Have S3x More Than Three Times a Week - Expert warn

S*x is a very sweet thing for many people. But, how much of s*x is too much? S*x has been known to burn calories but how many and depending on what factors, so it is very good for the body.

Sexologists warn that it is important to remember that though having s*x between one and three times in a week is considered normal, anything more than that can have bad effects on sexual health, while the sensitivity of the penis may also decrease.

According to New Health Advisor, you risk the following health issues if you indulge in too much s*x!

Yemi Osinbajo assures oil producing states of fairness, equity, development

Acting President Yemi Osinbajo said on Thursday that the Federal Government would ensure justice, equity and even development of the oil producing states in the country.

Osinbajo gave the assurance in Uyo when he visited members of the Akwa Ibom Traditional Rulers’ Council as part of his consultation with stakeholders in the Niger Delta region.

He said that the Federal Government, under the leadership of President Muhammadu Buhari, was committed to even development of the oil bearing communities in the country.

Nigeria YouTube mobile watch-time increases by 150% in 2016

Ms Teju Ajani, YouTube Partnership Manager, Sub-Saharan African on Thursday disclosed that YouTube mobile watch-time in Nigeria had increased by 150 per cent in the year 2016.

Ajani said this during the YouTube Brand Partner Summit held in Lagos.

According to her, the percentage is a proof that Nigerians are spending more time on the platform and are finding contents relevant to them.

Buhari has worsened a ‘very bad’ economy he inherited - Charles Soludo

A former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, on Thursday slammed President Muhammadu Buhari for worsening the already bad economy he inherited from former President Goodluck Jonathan in 2015.

According to him, he believes the government would not be able to reverse the tide unless Nigerians can force them to be on their toes.

Soludo spoke at the ‘Big Ideas Podium’, a public policy debate organised by the Afri Heritage Institution in Enugu, where he canvassed what he termed a “citizens united” campaign by Nigerians to demand change and accountability from government at all levels.

See how TV Guest put TV Host 'bum' on display during a live program (Photos)

Capucine Anav, a French TV host, was left embarrassed after a guest on her show, lifted up her skirt on  Live TV.

The TV Host who was picked by the guest and taken around on a piggy back, was left embarrassed with the prank, which flashed her ass to the camera, as she was wearing just a tiny black thong. 

Why Naira is appreciating - CBN

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) said yesterday that the currency’s appreciation against others was the result of its market monitoring and intervention.

Its spokesman Isaac Okorafor refuted the claim that illegal sale of foreign currencies at ridiculous rates was responsible for the change in Forex policy.

Okorafor, who spoke in Sokoto, also explained that the appreciation of the Naira was in no way connected to the allegations of illegal sale of foreign currencies.

Photos: Blac Chyna shows off her post-baby bod

The new mom is gradually regaining her body confidence since after given birth. Chyna showed off her tight abs in this all black outfit.

House of Reps bemoans the high cost of law school fees

The House of Representatives, on Thursday, expressed worry over the high cost of fees being collected from students by the Nigerian Law School.

It, therefore, mandated its Committees on Justice; Tertiary Education and Services, and Finance to interface with the Director-General of Nigerian Law School and other stakeholders on the issue.

The move stemmed from the adoption of a motion by Rep. Mark Gbillah (Benue-APC), who told the chamber that the increase in fees of the school over the last couple of years was alarming.

See what a WICKED father did to his motherless daughter (Disturbing Photos)

This story of how a father mercilessly brutalized her daughter currently trending online as was shared by one Aderemi Goncalves.

See what he shared below: