Nigeria’s offshore rig count falls to Seven

Nigeria’s offshore rig count from June till September has reduced to seven from 11 recorded as at end first half 2016, H1’16, indicating that four rigs were shut down in third quarter, Q3’16, Baker Hughes, global oil industry data and information company stated in its oil data report. This is coming as Baker Hughes reported that the international offshore rig count for September 2016 was down by 47 rigs

The data stated that funding cuts by the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, NNPC, and growing security concerns may have triggered a significant drop in the number of offshore oil rigs involved in drilling operations.

Former President Obasanjo Explain How Nigeria can Overcome Recession

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has called on African countries to explore trading opportunities within the continent as part of efforts to boost their economies.

Obasanjo made the call on Monday when a delegation from the National Council of Industry, Trade and Investment paid him a courtesy visit at his hilltop mansion in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital.

The delegation, led by the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Okechukwu Enalamah, included the Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, Aisha Abubakar, and members of some committees of the National Assembly.

Vice President Osinbajo leads 30,000-man convention to pray for Nigeria

The Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, is to lead a 30,000-man prayer convention to pray for Nigeria’s economic recovery.

The prayer session is slated to hold in Abuja from November 16 to 19.

Cosmos Uzodinma, member of the 2016 Africa Convention Abuja, said the convention is being organised by the Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship International-Nigeria.

SHOCKING! Man Commits Suicide After Handing Over His Family To Son

The residents of Jogbenu Street, Torikovi Town, Mowo, in the Badagry area of Lagos State, woke up in shock to discover a 48-year-old man, Segla Hunvu, committed suicide.

Speaking to a Punch correspondent, the deceased’s relation, disclosed that Hunvu had informed his eldest son, a few days to the incident, to take care of himself and his younger ones.

Hilarious! #TheOtherRoom movie is out, See poster and list of Cast

Nigerians have put finishing touch to the long awaited movie #TheOtherRoom. This photo currently trending on the internet has got everyone talking. Could this be a blockbuster movie or another prank on the First Family?

Buhari’s Daughter, Hajiya Fatima Set To Wed Former FMB Boss (See IV)

Former Managing Director of the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria, Malam Gimba Yau kumo, is set to wed Hajiya Fatima Muhammadu Buhari, the second daughter of President Muhammadu Buhari.

Federal Government appoints Okhiria as NRC boss

The Federal Government on Monday appointed Mr. Fidet Edetanlen Okhiria, the Managing Director of Nigeria Railway Corporation (NRC).

Confirming the appointment on Monday in Abuja, the Director, Public Relations of NRC, Mr. Mahmoud Yakubu, said Okhiria has been on acting capacity before his confirmation.

#USElection: The better candidate for Africa - Irene Fowler

According to IMF’s 2016 World economic outlook, global economic growth will be driven by emerging markets in Africa and Asia. Cote d’Ivoire ranked No. 2 in their list of top 10 emerging markets. The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA )of 2000, grants duty free status to sub-Saharan countries for most products imported into America. This trade preference policy is a bid to open up African markets to American goods and services and to develop and fortify the African business landscape through increased trade and investment. According to the Office of the United States Trade Representative charged with implementing and overseeing AGOA, a 2013 programme initiative was announced by President Obama during his 2013 visit to Africa, which would “seek to increase internal and regional trade within Africa and expand economic ties between Africa, the United States and other global markets.” It is axiomatic that Africa needs the unabated commitment and stalwart political will of the next administration to further the intents and purposes of AGOA and the Obama 2013 trade initiative.

#OndoGuber: Akeredolu says Aggrieved APC members have reconciled

The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr. Rotimi Akeredolu, yesterday disclosed that aggrieved members of the party had reconciled.

He spoke at the party’s secretariat in Akure, the state’s capital, after a meeting with its leaders.

According to him, the reconciliation committees set up to pacify the angry members succeeded in their assignment.

He said he was hopeful that his opponent at the primary, Dr. Olusegun Abraham, would support his candidature.

Meet Philippines husband and wife assassins who have executed over 800 'drug dealers'

A husband and wife death squad claim their vigilante gang has killed upwards of 800 people in the Philippines' brutal war on drugs .

Assassins Ace and Sheila, who are part of a prolific hit team, have defended their roles in the bloodbath and say they turned to a life of murder so their children wouldn't starve.

The parents say they earn $100 for every kill and are doing critical work because "many lives will be ruined" if a dealer isn't executed, Daily Mirror reports.

Aww! Checkout Toyin Lawani's beautiful new look (Photos)

The fashion entrepreneur showed off her new hairstyle and asked: "What do you think about my New look?"

Her makeup is superb! Fam what do you think?

Former President GEJ List His Achievements In Office During Speech At Oxford (Full List)

Below is a comprehensive list of achievements that former president, Goodluck Jonathan stated during his speech at Oxford University .

1. It is my pleasure and a great honour to be in the hallowed chambers of the Oxford University, one of the world’s most prestigious universities, not just to speak, but to exchange ideas and answer questions from you, some of the world’s most brilliant youths and future leaders.

Former Pres. Jonathan says They Fought Corruption Without Making Noise

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has said that his administration fought corruption in the country without making noise about it.

Mr. Jonathan said this on Monday while speaking at the Oxford Union of the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom.

The immediate past Nigerian leader spoke on the theme “Promoting Youth Entrepreneurship”.

INEC Denies Collecting Bribe From Jimoh Ibrahim

Nigeria’s electoral body, INEC has denied allegations made by Ondo state Guber candidate, Jimoh Ibrahim that an official of the commission, Mrs. Toyin Agbaje, asked for $1m bribe before his name could be inserted as the authentic candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) for the governorship elections in Ondo State slated for November 26th.

The commission released the statement below;

EFCC Boss says Whoever They Arrest For Corruption Must Be Guilty

The acting Chairman, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu, has reaffirmed that the ongoing anti-corruption fight is not selective.

Magu said before anyone is arrested, the Commission would have, after a thorough investigation, established that the individual is guilty.

He stated this in Kaduna on Monday, October 24 while speaking on the sideline of the National Open Government Partnership retreat.

... Obama spotted eating at a Nigerian food canteen (Photo)

Lol! Blessing Food canteen decided to use President Barack Obama picture for their artwork ... Anyways, that Amala won't be a bad idea, though!

Groom divorces wife 2 hours after their wedding for this BIZARRE reason ...

A marriage in Saudi Arabia lasted just two hours because the bride broke an agreement not to share pictures of the ceremony over Snapchat.

The groom, upon learning that images of the wedding had been sent to female friends of his new wife, immediately filed for divorce.

Dolapo Sijuwade shares loved up Photos with husband in Dubai

Media personality, Dolapo Sijuwadu is in Dubai with her husband and family as they celebrate her mum's 70th birthday. She shared some photos from the vacation. 

Love that her pink dress, who will buy for me :(

Unbelievable! Nigerian teen wakes up from coma speaking Spanish fluently

A Georgia teenager who suffered a life-threatening head injury last month while playing soccer awoke from a coma speaking fluent Spanish for the first time in his life.

Rueben Nsemoh, originally from Nigeria, 16, shocked family members and doctors when he opened his eyes after a three-day coma and began uttering sentences in Spanish, despite having known only a few words before his accident. The teen told TIME on Monday.

“It started flowing out,” “I felt like it was like second nature for me. I wasn’t speaking my English right, and every time I tried to speak it I would have a seizure.”

Meet Tattooist who have made 39 girls inks his name on their eyebrows

A tattooist inked his name onto his girlfriend's eyebrows and has also made 38 other girls do the same. 

Ryan 'Wibbo' Wibberley, 23, claims he has tattooed his name and nickname onto 39 different women in total.

The unemployed dad-of-three told The Sun:

Oby Ezekwesili comes for Twitter user who says she needs to buy her son a car

Former Minister and Pioneer of Bring Back Our Girls group clapped back after a twitter user said she needs to get her son a car because he is always boarding tricycles (keke napep)..

He has since apologized and she says she had no problem with his tweet, just the ''Stupidly strict' part.

Tiwa Savage sexy in photos from 3 thrones Event

Tiwa Savage went all sexy in different outfits at the 3 Thrones Concert on Sunday where she gave an energetic performance. The event has drawn lots of controversies after naked women were spotted as part of the act (Miss It! Read Here)

SHOCKING! Ghanaian Bishop says He Can Kill Five Billion People And Rig Election To Any Party Of My Choice

Ghanaian Bishop Daniel Obinim stunned viewers of OBTV last night when he openly declared that he could kill five billion people.

Obinim during an interview with the TV station stated that he is a ‘dangerous’ man of God whom Jesus Christ had bestowed with so much power. He says he can do anything asked of him.

Davido on father duty with daughter, Imade

Davido has shown that he takes his father duties as seriously as he handles his music career, as seen in cute video footage with his daughter.

The singer was captured in the opening scene of the footage dressing up the little girl who laid innocently on a bed.

In the latter part of the video the Sony Music Entertainment artiste was seen feeding her, but she appeared not to have much of an appetite.

Popular Kannywood Actor, Adam Zango Resign From Acting

A popular Kannywood actor, Adam Zango, has announced he will no longer be acting. He took to Instagram where he broke the news saying he will henceforth stick to singing and producing songs. What he wrote in Hausa when translated into English below:

Police nab suspected owner of naijagistlive.com for attempting to defraud Otedola

Operatives of the Special Fraud Unit (SFU) in Lagos have arrested a suspected fraudster, Babatunde Oyedepo, popularly known as Baudex on IG, for allegedly attempting to swindle businessman Femi Otedola.‎

The Nation reports that Oyedepo, 23, was alleged to have sent threat and blackmail messages to the complainants and other high profile Nigerians through a website, naijagistlive.com, demanding huge sums of money.

Oyedepo, a resident of Sixth Avenue in Festac Town, was alleged to have posted superimposed nude pictures of a lawyer on his website, alleging that she had been sleeping with her boss and other clients.

Say What! See 72-Year-Old Nigerian Grandmum Updating Her Facebook, She's On Whatsapp & Instagram too

A 72-year-old Nigerian woman has become an instant internet sensation after a photo of her Facebooking went viral. The digital woman who according to reports, enjoys meeting people on Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp could be seen on a chair fiddling with her tablet.

Here are 7 Tips To Improve Your Smartphone’s Battery Life

Smartphones have come a long way in terms of design, camera, or even processing power. However, we have not seen much breakthroughs when it comes to battery technology.

That said, here we have listed out some lesser-known tricks that will help you get the most out of your smartphone battery:

1. Turn off vibration and haptic feedback

Nigeria Police restate commitment to tackling cybercrime

The Nigeria Police Force has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling the upsurge in cases of cybercrime in Nigeria through forensic investigation.

The technical adviser to the Inspector General of Police, Mr Tolu Ogunshakin, made the remarks on Monday at a training for officers of the force in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory.

LASU fire 13 staff over fake results, other offences

The Lagos State University (LASU) has dismissed 13 members of staff in the junior cadre, following reports from the Junior Staff Disciplinary Committee.

The institution, in an official bulletin obtained by the News Agency ‎of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Lagos, said the decision was taken by the Governing Council at its 112th Statutory Meeting held on Oct. 29.