Sleep with Ooni’s ex-queen, die prematurely - Ifa Priest says

An Ifa priest, Yemi Elebuibon, has declared that any man who sleeps with the estranged wife of the Ooni of Ife, Zaynab Otiti-Obanor, faces death.

The Ifa devotee also noted that the former queen must undergo some cleansing rituals with any man before they can become intimate. 

In addition, he said the cleansing process is necessary to enable the Olori to regain a normal life.

South Africa Out of Economic Recession

Just like Nigeria, South Africa's local economy has swiftly recovered from economic recession after a negative growth her its GDP earlier this year.

Statistics from Statistics South Africa released today showed that the country moved out of recession in the second quarter of the year after the economy expanded an annualized 2.5% in second quarter of this year. 

Buhari, economists, others caution against celebrating Nigeria’s exit from recession

The news that the nation exited its worst recession in 25 years was received with cautious optimism by a cross section of Nigerians on Tuesday, with many economists and analysts saying the 0.55 per cent growth in the Gross Domestic Product in the second quarter was slower than expected.

They also warned that the growth, which was large as a result of rising oil price and improved production in the period, was fragile and that the nation could slip back into recession if the price of crude suffered a dramatic decline.

China fails to qualify for World Cup despite victory over Qatar

China’s faint hopes of qualifying for next year’s World Cup finals in Russia finally ended on Tuesday, despite securing the victory they needed in Qatar.

Syria’s draw in Iran and Uzbekistan’s draw with South Korea meant that two late goals to secure a 2-1 win in Doha were ultimately futile in China’s desperate bid to snatch a play-off place for next year’s tournament.

Anambra State: Police arrest two siblings, others for cultism

The Special Anti-Cultism Squad of the Anambra State Police Command has arrested two siblings and six others for alleged cult activities.

The suspects were arrested on Tuesday in Ihiala Local Government Area of the state.

The siblings – Njideka Onyebukpo, female; and Chiemeka Onyebukpo, male – who allegedly confessed to be members of the Vipers and Junior Vikings confraternities, said they were influenced by their friends.

Marriage Crisis: Everton striker's wife, Coleen Rooney ditches wedding ring

Pregnant Coleen Rooney has reportedly ditched her wedding rings following Wayne Rooney's drink-driving arrest following a night partying with a 29-year-old single mum.

Adding more fuel to the speculation that the latest scandal could spell the end of their marriage, the mum-of-three is said to have been spotted without her £250,000 wedding ring or her £200,000 engagement ring.

Angelina Jolie: I don't enjoy being single, it's just hard

... I still miss seeing Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie together on the red carpet, wish they can come back

Following a report by their biographer that they are secretly working on their marriage, Hollywood star Angelina Jolie has opened up on her split with Brad Pitt, saying she's had a "difficult"aboutime.

While promoting her new film, First They Killed My Father, she told the Telegraph:

"It's been difficult. I don't enjoy being single. It's not something I wanted. There's nothing nice about it. It's just hard."

Katsina State: Suitor dies in marriage flogging game

A young man, Yari Inusa, has died while competing with another suitor for a lady’s hand in marriage.

The incident happened at Durmin Biri village, in the Kafur Local Government Area of Katsina State.

Police sources said the man died following injuries he sustained on the head when he engaged in a Fulani traditional game of Sharo with another man, Ahmed Saidu, to determine who would marry the lady.

U.S braces for second deadly Hurricane, Irma

Less than two weeks after devastating storm Harvey, the United States and surrounding territories are bracing for a second hurricane.

Hurricane Irma has been upgraded to a powerful Category 4 as it heads towards Florida and the Caribbean.

Police Investigates Death of Gulder Ultimate Search Reality Show Winner, Oluwaseun Jobarteh

Winner of popular reality show, Gulder Ultimate Search Season 3, Hector Oluwaseun Jobarteh, has been killed by some gunmen in his house at Agege, Lagos State.

Hector, 38, who was trailed to his house around 8 am on Saturday by the assailants, shortly after returning from the Lagos Airport, Ikeja, where he had gone to pick up a sibling.

I don’t want to live up to 120 years – Pastor Adeboye

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, on Monday told a large congregation in Minna, Niger state, that he does not want to live up to 120 years on earth.

Adeboye said this while delivering a message at the birthday service held at the Justice Idris Legbo Kutigi International Conference Centre in honor of Pastor Yerima El-Samaila of the Faith Foundation Church who turned 70 years on Monday.

Federal Government bought mansions for Kanu abroad, says Uwazuruike

The founder of the Movement for the Actualisation of the Sovereign State of Biafra, Ralph Uwazuruike, says the Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, has been compromised, adding that the Federal Government has bought mansions for him in London.

Uwazuruike said this in a chat with The Interview, a monthly magazine.

BREAKING: Nollywood Actor, Okwy Chukwujekwu is Dead!

Nollywood comic actor, Okwy Chukwujekwu aka Main Bossman is reportedly dead. Here’s what popular Actor and his friend, Odira Nwobu wrote;

VIDEO: Billionaire Kidnapper, Evans Lists Fresh Covenant he had with God

Nigeria’s most popular kidnapper Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike has said he made series of the covenant with God over his trial before a Lagos High Court.

Onwuamadike was popularly known as Evans the Kidnapper said he is hoping to get a second chance to live life rightly.

PDP warns Buhari over N120bn fraud allegation against Police IG, Ibraham Idris

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, on Monday faulted what it termed the “deafening silence” of the Federal Government against the N120billion fraud allegation against the Inspector General of Police, IGP, Ibrahim Idris.

PDP warned that the government against “sweeping the allegations against Ibrahim Idris, inspector-general of police (IGP), under the carpet”.

If I die today, I die a legend - Wizkid reveals as he battles health issues

... Star Boy, we are praying for you, biko, stay strong and come back stronger!

Nigerian singer, Wizkid has expressed sadness over the state of his health. The superstar took to his twitter page to announce that has not been feeling well lately and has canceled his shows.

While apologizing to his fans for the shows he already missed, the singer revealed he would be spending time with his sons as he recovers.

Bisi Akande: Youths cannot rule Nigeria

... I really can't understand this type of statement, on what condition or basis is Akande saying this? Someone should ask him at what age did he start politics. This is a call to Nigeria youth to wake up and take the bull by the horn

Former interim National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Bisi Akande has said that the brand of the democratic system in Nigeria is akin to the military junta, noting that political players are not better than military dictators and despots.

Married Woman's Lover Dies Inside Cupboard As Husband Came Home Unannounced

This shameful story is currently trending and it's about how a married man died in the cupboard of his mistress, who is actually also a married woman.

The husband of the woman goes to work every Sunday, and then comes back during the weekend, while his wife invites home a man, with whom she has s*x with.

My Son Wanted To Become A Priest - Mother Of 10-Year-Old That Was Shot Dead In Imo

Mother of 10-year-old Somtochukwu Ibeanusi who was allegedly shot dead by policemen affecting the forceful demolition of the Owerri Main Market on orders of the Imo State Government has finally spoken about the passing of her son.

Woman in trouble for filming her friend getting raped and uploaded on Snapchat

Police have arrested a woman who allegedly filmed her unconscious friend being raped. The lady is said to have then posted the footage on Snapchat after they argued over a man.

Beth Rae Harris is accused of encouraging at least one man, possibly more, to rape the 23-year-old woman after she passed out drunk in her apartment.

Lagos State: Three Men Arraigned For Gang-Raping a 17-year- old girl

The Lagos state police command has arrested and arraigned 3 men identified as Michael Fadipe, 28; Chukwunero Sunday, 26, and Obajuluwa Dotun, 22, for allegedly raping a 17- year- old girl at the Fagba Agege area of Lagos on May 25th.

According to the prosecutor, Inspector Chinalu Uwadione, the accused persons and two others who are currently on the run,  contracted one Fela Domeh who accosted and threatened the girl with a knife.

Man Cries Out After His Mother Refused To Accept His Girlfriend Of 9-Years

A Nigerian man has cried out over his mother's refusal to give her blessings on his choice of wife. He revealed he has been dating the said lady for 9-years now.

He wrote:

LMAO! Moments Nigerian bride refuses to kiss her husband on their wedding day

Lol, I am sure this lady would be a typical Scripture Union member or maybe she was just too shy to do it in public and the husband though! He must have it by fire by force.

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Say What | Guys are now rocking the 'squiggly' eyebrows

Ghanaian comedian, EbabyKobby decided to make a mockery of the new 'squiggly'' eyebrow trend which is sweeping through social media.👀😆

Lol, don't even know how to describe the look

John Legend reveals the personal struggle that brought him and Chrissy Teigen closer

John Legend and Chrissy Teigen found strength in their struggles, he told Cosmopolitan.

"Having a baby is a big challenge for a couple, and going through that together strengthens your bond because if you make it through [having a child], you know you can make it through anything," Legend explained.

Ondo State: Suspected Fulani Herdsmen invade Falae’s Farm again

The Ilado farm of the Former Secretary to the Federal Government (SGF) Chief Olu Falae near Akure, the Ondo state capital was again Wednesday reportedly attacked by suspected hoodlums suspected to be Fulani herdsmen.

Sources said crops worth millions of Naira were destroyed in the process of grazing their cattle.

I fall deeper in love with you each morning - Gabrielle Union tells Dwayne Wade on their 3rd wedding anniversary

Gabrielle Union took to Instagram to gush about her 3-year marriage to Dwayne Wade. Yesterday being their third wedding anniversary, she wrote:

Lagos State: Another Kidnappers Underground Den Discovered In Mushin

An angry mob in Mushin area of Lagos almost set a suspected kidnapper ablaze today, Wednesday, August 30 after he was fished out of a canal.

Upon entering the canal which reportedly leads to an old company, two other suspects were apprehended with one set ablaze.

Unbelievable! See What Police Discovered In Rectum Of Drug Dealer Upon Arrest

A man was recently arrested by the police following a traffic stop when they found he was carrying an assortment of drugs and a large amount of money.They, however, got, even more, surprise upon getting to the station and found the cash had disappeared but $20 bills were falling out of his rectum.

26-year-old Pattreon Stokes, was arrested by a policeman in Florida for speeding in the early hours of the morning last Saturday, cops said in a Facebook post.

Toke Makinwa pens touching post-humous birthday tribute to her mum

Toke Makinwa penned a touching post-humous birthday tribute to her biological mum who died in a house fire when she was 8 years old. She wrote: