Photos: Aisha Buhari jet off to London to meet her hubby, Muhammadu Buhari

The wife of the President, Mrs. Aisha Buhari, on Tuesday left Nigeria for London, United Kingdom, to join her husband who has been on medical vacation since May 7.

According to a statement by her spokesperson, Bisi Olumide-Ajayi, the President’s wife thanked Nigerians who have been praying for her husband.

Governor Tambuwal says he's ready to sacrifice his 2nd term bid over verification exercise

Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal of Sokoto state has maintained that the ongoing verification exercise at the state and local government levels would continue even if it would cost him his second term bid.

In an interactive session with newsmen as part of the activities marking his two years in office, the Governor reiterated that he owed nobody apology over the exercise because "we believe we are doing the right thing."

Vladimir Putin is a bigger threat to global security than ISIS - US Senator, John McCain

Republican senator, Jon McCain has just made a rather bold statement against the Russian president, Vladimir Putin.

McCain says Putin is the biggest threat to global security, even greater than Isis. In an interview on ABC this morning, the Republican senator said president Donald Trump made Putin “nervous” and expressed concern at reports that White House adviser Jared Kushner allegedly discussed creating a secret communication channel with Russia.

Thomas Tuchel quits as Dortmund coach

Thomas Tuchel will leave Borussia Dortmund after two years in charge, with the club thanking him for his work as they confirmed his departure.

On Tuesday, Tuchel announced the news on Twitter, using an account set up just over an hour before his departure.

82 Chibok girls released to remain with Ministry of Women Affairs till September

The Ministry of Women Affair has now received the 82 chibok girls for further rehabilitation. Receiving the girls who were recently released by Boko Haram insurgents, the Minister of Women Affairs, Aisha Alhassan, said they will undergo four months rehabilitation in the properties available in the Ministry Women Affairs headquarters.

Manchester City close to Alexis Sanchez deal

Manchester City have heard talks with Chilean forward Alexis Sanchez and are confident of landing the 28-year-old.

According to reports, The Sky Blues are more likely to reunite Sanchez with Pep Guardiola, despite Arsenal preferring that he joined Bayern Munich should he leave the Gunners.

White House Communications Director Resigns

The White House communications director has resigned only three months after being hired by President Donald Trump.

Mike Dubke, an experienced Republican strategist, was hired to revamp the White House media strategy.

As part of the shake-up, White House press secretary Sean Spicer will reportedly hold on to his position, but there will be fewer media briefings.

True story about the controversial ‘I’m a fan’ song by Phyno allegedly stolen by Pia Mia

Pulse NG has release a report which explain in details the story behind the alleged theft of song by American singer Pia Mia. According to them Phyno tried pulling a fast one on the owner of the song “I’m A Fan”.

Read below:

PHOTONEWS: IPOB, MASSOB sit-at-home protest to mark Biafra@50

Below are photos from the ever busy roads and market of Owerri showing how deserted they are following sit-at-home declaration by Biafra to mark their 50th anniversary!

Comedian Ali Baba shares encounter with 2 married ladies to explain

Nigerian veteran comedian, Ali Baba took to Instagram to share his encounter with 2 married ladies to explain why appearances are deceiving, and why the face you see does not determine the person inside.

Below is what he wrote:

This is why the face you see does not determine the person inside. People may appear cool on the outside but combustible on the inside. This lady was woken up at 5:30am by the maigaurd, just to inform her of a flat tyre.

“I was 33 when I lost my virginity” – Chigul discloses reveals (Watch Video)

Nigerian comedienne and OAP, Chioma Omeruah a.k.a Chigul, who was guest today on Episode 9 of  Kemi Adetiba’s King Women, talked about her family,  how she consistently failed in school, her marriage, and being virgin till 33.

Say What | American musicians Pia Mia and Jeremih allegedly stole Phyno’s song

If you are Nigerian this story should make you pounds your chest and say yes I am a proud Nigerian. Why did we say so? Well, some American musicians stars shamelessly stole a song from our own Nigeria singer, Phyno and made it theirs.

Suicide bomber hits Ice cream shop, kills 16

A suicide bombing at a popular Baghdad ice cream shop killed at least 16 people, officials said Tuesday, an attack claimed by the Islamic State group.

The overnight bombing in the Karrada district in central Baghdad also wounded 75 people, officials said.

IS issued a statement claiming the attack, identifying the bomber as an Iraqi who detonated an explosives-rigged vehicle targeting Shiite Muslims.

Zakky Azzay begs 2face: Settle with Blackface publicly

Veteran Northern-Nigerian Musician, Zakky Azzay, has pleaded with Innocent Idibia, a.k.a 2Baba to settle his Plantashun Boiz partner, Blackface, even if it has to be done openly.

He said this in an interview with Hiptv while responding to the longtime rift between them. He said, “If I am 2face, this is the way I will handle the situation.

Dead toll rises to 22 in Manchester suicide bomber attack

The death toll from an explosion outside an Ariana Grande concert at the Manchester Arena has risen to 22, according to Greater Manchester Police. The attacker, who police believe was a suicide bomber, also died in the attack.

British families were left desperately hoping for word of their children's safety following a suspected terror attack outside the Ariana Grande pop concert at the Manchester Arena Monday night.

Rapper Eva Alordiah open up about her rumored broken engagement

Rapper Eva Alordiah has shared some cryptic message to address rumours that her engagement to Caesar, which happened on stage on Jan 2nd, 2016, has ended.

See the rest of what she wrote after the cut:

Choi! See how these two Nigeria big ladies are fighting over a man on social media

Two women who certainly no longer have shame are fighting over the boss of NURTW Kokozaria on social media. It all started when his wife Oyinda shared a photo of herself wearing a t-shirt with his face on it with hashtags shading actress Awele who had a child for him recently. 

Lai Mohammed says no ransom was paid for the release of Chibok girls

Information Minister Lai Mohammed yesterday denied suggestions that a ransom of two million euro was paid by the federal government to Boko Haram for the release of the 82 girls.

In a response to a BBC report that the sect got the money as part of the deal to release the girls, Mohammed said: “apart from the five Boko Haram commanders, the exchange of which we have already made public, no other concession was made.

Gallant Troops rescue 998 persons from Boko Haram insurgents

Troops of the 3 Battalion and 22 Brigade yesterday rescued about 998 persons from Boko Haram insurgents in Maiduguri, Borno State.

The Nigerian Army Headquarters said the operations leading to the rescue were carried out by the troops with some civilian JTF.

Duke dumps PDP for APC

 

Ex-Minister for Tourism and Culture under President Goodluck Jonathan, Edem Duke, has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Duke, from Cross River State, who registered in his Edem Odo Ward in Akpabuyo local government area yesterday, said his defection was a declaration of commitment to work in upholding the nation and broadening the scope of participation in the federal’s government.

Lanre Gentry shares photo of his new lover amidst divorce saga with Actress Mercy Aigbe

Barely a week after being released from prison, the estranged husband of Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe, Asiwaju Lanre Gentry has decided to move on with his life.

Arsenal miss out on UEFA Champions League for the first time in 21 years

Arsenal’s hope of a Champions League slot was dashed as Liverpool demolished Middlesbrough 3-0 to claim the last spot.

The gunners defeated Everton 3-1, but the result was rendered ineffective as Liverpool won their match, as Arsenal lost out of the top four which used to be their ‘birthright.’

Alexis Sanchez, Laurent Koscielny and Gabriel could all miss Saturday's Wembley clash with Premier League champions Chelsea following a desperately disappointing day for the Gunners at Emirates Stadium, despite their victory.

Courtois wins EPL Golden Glove award

Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has been confirmed as the winner of the Premier League Golden Glove award.

The Belgium international has kept 16 clean sheets in the top-flight as the Blues romped to their second title in three seasons.

Harry Kane wins Premier League Golden Boot

Harry Kane has won the Premier League Golden Boot for the second time, having netted 29 goals for Tottenham this season.

Kane, 23, overtook Everton’s Romelu Lukaku in the final week of the campaign thanks to a spectacular four-strike haul against Leicester in midweek and became the first player since Manchester United attacker Robin van Persie in 2012-13 to retain the prize.

North Korea fires another ballistic missile despite sanctions threats

North Korea test-fired a ballistic missile on Sunday, the latest in a series of launches which have sparked international condemnation and threats of tougher UN sanctions.

US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson described the launch, the second in a week and the 10th this year, as “disappointing” and “disturbing,” but rejected a suggestion that the US strategy to tackle North Korea was not working.

Nothing must happen to Fani-Kayode, South/Middle Belt group replies North

Youths under the aegis of Southern and Middle Belt Allied Youths (SAMBAY) have replied their northern counterparts over the alleged threat the Arewa Youth Forum (AYF) issued against a former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, warning that nothing must happen to the Ex-Minister.

A statement jointly signed by Fidelis Ujah (Middle Belt), Onyema Ukachukwu (South East) and Mustapha Olasubomi (South West) after an emergency meeting on Sunday warned that the Ex-Minister must not be intimidated for making a critique of the current All Progressives Congress, APC-led government. 

N’Golo Kante crowned Premier League Player of the Season

Chelsea midfielder N’Golo Kante has been named the Premier League Player of the Season.

Kante won the most combined votes from a panel of experts, captains of Premier League clubs and a public ballot. He edged fellow nominees Eden Hazard, Cesar Azpilicueta, Harry Kane, Dele Alli, Jan Vertonghen, Romelu Lukaku and Alexis Sanchez to the prize. 

Juventus Clinch Serie A Title For A Record Sixth Time

Treble-chasing Juventus clinched a record sixth consecutive Serie A title thanks to victory over lowly Crotone.

Mario Mandzukic, on his 31st birthday, turned home Juan Cuadrado’s cross from close range to give the perennial champions an early lead.

Aww! Nigerian man rewards carpenter who helped him in University 20 years ago

A Nigerian man, a graduate of Abia State University, ABSU, paid a 20-year-old debt to a carpenter who helped him 20-years ago while he was still in school

PAYING A 20-YEAR-OLD DEBT

Beverly Osu finally addresses lesbianism issues

Former Big Brother Africa Housemate, Beverly Osu has finally had the time to respond to rumors that she’s in a same-sex relationship. (Miss It, Read Here)

The model who says she hardly responds to rumours as she’s way too busy for that has said the clips where she was pictured kissing another lady was from a video clip.