Lai Mohammed: No amount of hatred will erase Buhari’s achievements

Minister of Information and Culture Lai Mohammed said yesterday that no amount of hatred by cynics will erase achievements recorded by the President Muhammadu Buhari administration.

He spoke in Abuja yesterday at the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) Third Annual Lecture Series, which also coincides with the commission’s 25th anniversary.

Mohammed said the purveyors of hate speech are deliberately giving the impression that the Buhari Administration has not achieved anything since assuming office in May 2015.

Nnamdi Kanu fighting good cause wrongly - PPA Anambra Governorship candidate says

The governorship candidate of the Progressives Peoples Alliance in the November 18 election in Anambra State, Mr. Godwin Ezeem, has said the leader of the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, is fighting a good cause wrongly.

He also condemned Kanu’s advice to the people of the state to boycott of the election, describing the call as not only anti-Igbo but anti-progressive, adding that the peace of the country must be protected at all costs.

FC Barcelona: Dortmund agree €150m deal for Dembele becoming second most expensive player in history

Ousmane Dembele could soon become the second most expensive player in history as reports claim Barcelona have finally agreed on a deal that could rise to 150 million euros ($177 million) for the wantaway 20-year-old.

According to media outlets in Spain, France, and Germany, Barca is prepared to break their own transfer record with an initial offer of 120 million euros supplemented by 30 million extra in add-ons.

United, Liverpool, City Lucky As Chelsea, Spurs Get Tough UCL Draws

Premier League champions Chelsea were handed a tough draw on Thursday during the UEFA Champions League draw in Monaco.

The Blues will play in Group C alongside Atletico Madrid, AS Roma and newcomers Qarabag.

However, two other English sides Manchester United and Manchester City got relatively decent draws.

Snapchat: Bobrisky goes premium, ask people to pay N10,000 to view his snaps

About two years ago, the mention of the name Bobrisky would have been met with nothing more than a blank stare, as he was still just Idris Okuneye, a regular kid from the block.

Fast forward to 2017 and this 25-year-old University of Lagos graduate that can still barely compose a complete and correct sentence is the king of social media, a status he achieved with almost no help at all.

Sultan of Sokoto declares September 1 as Sallah day

The Sultan of Sokoto and Chairman Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar, has declared Sept. 1, 2017, as Eid-el-Kabir day.

This is contained in a statement signed by Prof. Sambo Junaidu, the Chairman, Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs to the Sokoto Sultanate Council.

Wayne Rooney retires from international football

England’s record goalscorer Wayne Rooney announced on Wednesday he is retiring from international football with immediate effect, despite England manager Gareth Southgate telling him he had earned a recall.

The 31-year-old scorer of 53 goals in 119 appearances for his country told Southgate of his decision during a phone conversation.

Gunmen kidnap ex-minister, Hussaini Akwanga in Nasarawa

The police command in Nasarawa State has confirmed the abduction of a former Minister of Labour and Productivity, Mr. Hussaini Akwanga.

Akwanga served during the administration of President Olusegun Obasanjo but was removed on Dec. 4, 2003, following an alleged $214 million national identity card scam.

Hillary Clinton Blasts 'Creep' Donald Trump

Hillary Clinton calls Donald Trump a “creep” in her new memoir and describes how the now-president's persistent looming during one of their debates made her skin crawl, according to excerpts released Wednesday.

70 Trailer Load Of Lake Rice Arrives Lagos Ahead Of Eid-El-Kabir

In an effort to ensure even distribution across all the sale centres, the Lagos State Government on Wednesday said that at least 70 trailer load of the LAKE RICE have arrived the State ahead of the commencement of the sale on Thursday.

The State’s Commissioner for Agriculture, Mr. Toyin Suarau who spoke to journalists, said that the Government has made adequate arrangement to ensure that Lagosians willing to purchase LAKE RICE can do so without much hassles.

Osinbajo submits probe report of SGF, NIA boss to Buhari (Photos)

President Muhammadu Buhari has received the report of the committee that investigated the allegations against the suspended Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal and the Director General of NIA, Ayo Oke from the Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo on Wednesday.

The committee also had the Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN); and the National Security Adviser, Babagana Monguno, as members.

Beware, Military Now Monitoring Social Media

The activities of Nigerians on the social media are now being monitored for hate speech, anti-government and anti-security information by the military.

Director of Defence Information, Major-General John Enenche, told Channels Television that the move became necessary in the light of troubling activities and misinformation capable of jeopardizing the unity of the country.

Suicide Bombers Hits Maidugiri Again

Suspected suicide bombers have struck in the Muna area of Maiduguri.

According to reports, the incident happened around 2:50 pm. This happened not quite 24 hours that President Buhari ordered security agencies to tackle insurgency and security issues affecting the nation.

Zahra Indimi And Her Hubby, Ahmed Looking Radiant In New Photo

Sister-in-law Rahma Indimi, shared the photo of her brother and wife looking stunning at their current vacation in Paris, France with other members of the Indimi family.

Isn't this billionaire shades of love?

Kwara State | Four Storey Building Collapses In Ilorin, Leaves Three Injured

Three persons have been left injured after a four-storey building collapsed at Sulugambari in Ilorin, Kwara state earlier today August 18th.

The building which is being constructed as a hotel, cracked this morning, the debris falling on some of the laborers working there. No life was lost thankfully. 

More photos below:

Bobrisky Bags First Endorsement Deal (Photos)

Nigerian male Barbie doll, Bobrisky has been talking about him signing an endorsement deal with a company since the beginning of this week and it has finally happened today.

The male Barbie shared photos during his photo shoot and his signing “slaying” his usual slay.

See photos below:

Ronaldo, Messi, Neymar Nominated for FIFA Player Award

Andres Iniesta is one of the more surprising names on the 24-man shortlists for the Best FIFA Men's Player award for 2017.

The Barcelona captain has been included despite having been restricted to just 13 starts in La Liga last season, largely due to injury problems.

Anita Joseph leaves fans drooling with photo of her massive backside

Nigerian actress, Anita Joseph has left many of her fans talking after she posted a photo of her curvy and bootylicious self-wearing blue dress on social media. 

The actress got many compliments from many male fans who kept drooling at her perfect bum.

Wawu! Busty Woman Flaunts Her Panties in See-through Outfit (Photos)

A black lady with massive boobs and bum has caused a stir on social media with some revealing shots taken at different locations and shared. 

H Dot is an epitome of black beauty. She is blessed with a well-structured body and a chocolatey skin.

Ladies, would you rock this lady's ripped jeans?

Ripped or Crazy Jeans?

Saraki and Dogara visit president Buhari in London again (Photo)

President Muhammadu Buhari today received Senate President Bukola Saraki and Speaker of House of Representatives Hon. Yakubu Dogara at the Abuja House London.

This is their second visit as they were in London to visit him in February.

Children Don't Need Ipads, Let Them Use Their Imagination - Mikel Obi's Fiancee Olga Advises

Footballer Mikel Obi's fiancee, Olga, is sharing some parenting tips this evening. She took to Instagram to advise parents against giving their kids Ipads instead of allowing them to enjoy nature and use their imagination.

Read her post below:

Grace Mugabe offers South African model money to quash assault claim – Lawyer

A lawyer has revealed that Grace Mugabe, Zimbabwe’s first lady, offered the 20-year old South African model she allegedly assaulted some cash to make everything go away.

Police have said they were also on high alert to make sure that the 52-year-old wife of President Robert Mugabe does not skip the country, with an arrest warrant reportedly being considered.

She appeared at a press conference Thursday, wearing a large plaster on the left side of her forehead.Engel’s skull injury.

Annie Idibia Pens Heartwarming Message For Freda Francis

Nollywood actor, Annie Idibia gushed about motherhood in beautiful words to her close friend and socialite Freda Francis.

The mother of two wrote:

Aww! Tyra Banks looks super cute in new photo

... Just wow! Tyra doesn't look 43 at all

Former model and America's Got Talent host, Tyra Banks looks so doll-like and cute in this new photo she took on set.

Messi has not signed his new contract yet - Barcelona vice-president reveals

Lionel Messi has not put pen to paper on his new Barcelona contract, the club’s vice-president Jordi Mestre has revealed.

Messi has since agreed to a deal in principle to extend his stay at the Nou Camp and Barca released a statement, announcing that he will pen his new contract when he returns from pre-season training.

Jose Mourinho set to move for Arsenal target, Thomas Lemar

... Arsenal won't wrap up deals on time. If you need a player and it got what you need to improve your team pay the price for him!

Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho, is considering a move for Monaco’s Thomas Lemar.

Mourinho is looking around for options, after failing to land Gareth Bale from Real Madrid and Inter Milan’s Ivan Perisic and according to Daily Record, the United boss is now eyeing Lemar.

Dammy Krane ecstatic as judge cleared him of all fraud charges in the U.S

Nigerian singer, Dammy Krane took to Twitter to celebrate as he has been cleared of fraud charges he was arrested for back in June 2017.

Recall, Dammy Krane was arrested on June 2, 2017, for theft, credit card, and identity fraud in Miami.

I’m the next governor of Anambra State – Nollywood Actor Yul Edochie

Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie, stormed a meeting of the Democratic People’s Congress, DPC, on Tuesday to declare his readiness to contest the Anambra election on the platform of the party.

Edochie, was accompanied by another popular Nollywood actor, Chief Okwudili Oguegbu, who is also serving as his campaign manager.

Jay Jay Okocha to select FIFA Best Player

Former Super Eagles captain, Austin ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha, has been appointed on an 11-man panel, that will select the the 23-man shortlist for The Best FIFA Men’s Player 2017 award.

This was confirmed by FIFA on their official website on Wednesday.