CAF President Says Nigeria Can Lift 2018 World Cup

President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Ahmad Ahmad is hopeful that Nigeria makes history in next year’s FIFA World Cup in Russia by surpassing their previous records in the global mundial.

The CAF President who was recently in Nigeria for a football stakeholder forum described Nigeria as the strongest African contender tipped to lift the World Cup in July next year.

Police has declared Davido free - Lawyer says

Following the recent turn out of events which almost ruined the reputation of young Nigerian pop star, Davido, his legal counsel, Mr Bobo F. Ajudua, has revealed that the aye crooner is free to go about his normal business as he has been absolved of all allegations of conspiracy in the mysterious death of his friend, Tagbo Uumeike, who recently died after excess alcohol intake at his birthday party at the shisha lounge, Lekki, Lagos.

'Any mistake, we are finished' - Goodluck Jonathan warns PDP

Former President, Dr Goodluck Jonathan, has advised Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) members not to make the mistake of making the wrong choice of National Working Committee (NWC) members at the December convention.

Jonathan gave the advice when he received an aspirant for the party’s national chairmanship position, Chief Raymond Dokpesi, in his residence in Abuja on Tuesday. He cautioned that the party could not afford to make mistake in choosing its next national chairman and publicity secretary, describing them as “very delicate positions’’. “This time around we need a very courageous and vocal person to be the chairman. “There are two positions that we must not make mistake on – the positions of the national chairman and that of the national publicity secretary, because I have worn the shoes before and I know where it pinches.

What will happen to Nnamdi Kanu’s sureties if he is not in court on Tuesday

The Sureties of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu, are expected to provide him in court tomorrow.

Nnamdi kanu’s whereabouts is yet to be known following the invading of his home in Umuahia by men of the Nigerian army, under the Operation Python Dance II.

Fate of Kanu’s sureties will top one of the issues Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court Abuja, will decide in court tomorrow in one of the applications initiated by the federal government.

Photo: Toolz shows off her sumptuous body in new Instagram post

AOP Toolz shared the photo on Instagram with the caption: "Curvy girls rock" ... Truly curvy girls really rock.

IPOB to FG: Bring Kanu to court dead or alive

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has warned the federal government not to provoke it into taking up arms by continually keeping its leader, Nnamdi Kanu. It warned that Kanu must be brought to court Tuesday dead or alive.

The group added that its angst would be felt if the Nigerian government failed to produce Kanu in court, dead or alive to continue his trial.

Plateau State: Over 29 Killed In Fresh Attack

No fewer than 29 people mostly women and children were in the early hours of Monday killed during an attack in Nkiedonwhro village of Irigwe chiefdom in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.

It would be recalled that series of attacks said to be carried out by suspected Fulani herdsmen have been occurring in villages in the Chiefdom thereby forcing the State Governor, Simon Lalong to declare a dusk to dawn curfew in the local government area.

'I never thought Nigeria is such a clueless country' - South African man reacts to unveiling of President Zuma's statue in Owerri

Imo State governor, Rochas Okorocha recently unveiled a giant statue of President Jacob Zuma in Owerri and this doesn't seem to be going down well with a lot South Africans who have recent times condemn the government of Zuma. 

Photo: Nigerian lady mourns the sudden death of her ex-boyfriend

A Facebook user who goes by the name, Medlin Chisom took to her page to pen a heartfelt tribute to her ex-boyfriend after receiving the sad news of his death. 

She wrote;

AOP Akosua Hanson shares raunchy photo to mark #Nobraday

*Sighs*

PHOTOS: Army launches Exercise Crocodile Smile II

The Nigerian Army has launched its 2017 training operations tagged Exercise Crocodile Smile II, in Lagos and Ogun states, areas covered by troops of 81 Division.

The force disclosed that the exercise commenced in Ogun and Lagos, on October 7, 2017 and will end on October 28, 2017.

The exercise could, however, progress to an operation when they start going after criminal elements in those states.

Senate Uncovers Scam In Data Management Of Nigeria Immigration Service

Reports on Immigration over their 2017 budget performance has shown serious scam in data management of the agency’s component.

Can of worms were let open immediately Senator Emmanuel Andy Uba representing Anambra South Senatorial district presented his report on Immigration.

Boko Haram: Army kill 15 insurgents, recover ammunition in Borno

The Nigerian Army on Wednesday said its troops had killed 15 Boko Haram insurgents after repelling attack by the terrorists at Yamteke village in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno.

Brig. Gen. Sani Kukasheka, the Director, Army Public Rations, made the disclosure in a statement issued in Maiduguri. Kukasheka said the troops repelled attempt by the insurgents to infiltrate a military outpost on Tuesday in the area. He explained that the troops had demonstrated bravery and utilised heavy fire power to defeat the insurgents who attacked in trucks and high caliber ammunition.

Governor Fayose lists reasons why Buhari is Nigeria’s worst president ever

Governor Ayodele Fayose of Ekiti State has asserted that the President Muhammadu Buhari-led Federal Government is the most corrupt in the history of Nigeria.

Fayose made the allegation while accusing the President of “treating corruption involving his men as family affair.”

Edo State: Government to establish quarantine centre over monkey pox outbreak

The Edo Government says it will establish a quarantine centre as part of efforts to prevent and manage the outbreak of Monkey Pox in the state.

Monkeypox is a zoonotic viral disease transmitted from affected animals to humans. The state Commissioner for Communication and Orientation, Mr Paul Ohonbamu, disclosed this while briefing newsmen after the state Executive Council (EXCO) meeting in Benin on Wednesday.

Aww! See what Beyonce did for Lady Gaga to wish her quick recovery

Lady Gaga took to Instagram to thank Beyonce for sending her lovely flowers as she battles chronic pain.

Sharing a photo of the flowers, she said:

Harrysong Slammed With N45 Million Lawsuit For Intellectual Property Theft

Former Five Star Music act Harrysong is back in the news. The singer has been hit with yet another law suit.

Harrysong has been recently slammed with a law suit of N45 million for intellectual property theft. The suit was filed against the the Alterplace boss by former Five Star Music producer Dr Amir.

Photo: Former Bank Manager, 3 Others Arraigned for N72m Fraud

The EFCC on Wednesday, September 27, arraigned four suspected fraudsters Sani Abubakar, Abubakar Abdullahi, Mainasara Kallamu and Abdulrazaq Abdullahi before Justice Ibrahim Kangiwa of the Kebbi State High Court on an eight-count charge of conspiracy, forgery obtaining by false pretence and issuance of a dud cheque.

PSG 3 Bayern Munich 0: Neymar on target as PSG beats toothless Bayern

Paris Saint-Germain shrugged off a week full of controversy to level a resounding 3-0 defeat on German champions Bayern Munich in Group B play at the Parc des Princes.

Goals from Neymar, Dani Alves and Edinson Cavani paced the Parisian side in an impressive display in Paris, giving Unai Emery's men a perfect start after two matches in the young campaign.

Senate swears in Uchendu, replaces Sekibo

The Senate on Wednesday swore in Andrew Uchendu of the All Progressives Congress as lawmaker representing Rivers East Senatorial District, following the sacking of George Sekibo by the Court of Appeal in Abuja on August 24, 2017.

Uchendu, who dressed in traditional Niger Delta attire, was accompanied by his family and friends who besieged the gallery of the Senate chamber to witness the ceremony.

CSKA Moscow 1 Man United 4: Romelu Lukaku brace ease Red Devil past CSKA Moscow

Romelu Lukaku scored twice and Anthony Martial also shone as Manchester United cruised to a 4-1 win away to CSKA Moscow to stay perfect in Group A.

Playing without Paul Pogba, United nevertheless needed just four minutes to find the opener as Romelu Lukaku leaped to head in Anthony Martial's header.

Strong 6.2-magnitude quake shakes Mexico City

A strong earthquake shook Mexico on Saturday, causing new alarm in a country reeling from two still-more-powerful quakes this month that have killed nearly 400 people.

The US Geological Survey says the new temblor was centered about 12 miles (19 kilometers) southeast of Matias Romero in the state of Oaxaca, which was the region most battered by a magnitude 8.1 quake on September 7.

Lauretta Onochie: CNN Admitted That Buhari Spoke As President Of Africa

The Personal Assistant to President Muhammadu Buhari on Social Media, Lauretta Onochie, Wednesday, said that CNN commended Buhari for his wonderful speech at the 72 session of United Nations General Assembly, UNGA, in New York, noting that he spoke as President of Africa.

Recall that Buhari, in paragraph six of his speech said, “In the last year, the international community came together to focus on the need for gender equality, youth empowerment, social inclusion, and the promotion of education, creativity and innovation.

IPOB: Only courts can pronounce a group terrorist organisation

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) said yesterday that its declaration as a terrorist organisation by the Defence Headquarters was a clear breach of the Terrorism (Prevention) Act of 2011.

The DHQ, on Friday, pronounced IPOB a ‘militant terrorist organisation’ in Nigeria for allegedly “clandestinely and actively terrorizing the general public.”

Major-General John Enenche, Director, Defence Information (DDI), listed IPOB’s acts of terrorism as: the formation of a Biafra Secret Service, claimed formation of Biafra National Guard, unauthorized blocking of public access roads and extortion of money from innocent civilians at illegal road blocks.

Nigerian troops launch manhunt for IPOB Leader, Nnamdi Kanu

Nigerian troops yesterday launched a manhunt for Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader Nnamdi Kanu , barely 24 hours after the group’s proscription.

Nothing has been heard about Kanu since the proscription. Some sources yesterday said he had gone underground.

Kanu is on bail for the alleged treason charges preferred against him. It was learnt yesterday that his bail sureties might be asked by the security agencies to account for him.

Police reveals cause of longing Hausa, Igbos’ crisis in Jos

The Plateau State Police Command has warned residents to desist from making provocative comments capable of threatening the existing peace in the State.

The Public Relations Officer of the command, ASP Terna Tyopev, gave the warning in an interview with newsmen on Friday in Jos.

He was reacting to the Thursday’s clash between some Igbo traders and Hausa youths where two persons were killed.

Governor Wike Goes Hard, Warns Kanu, IPOB To Steer Clear Of Rivers State

Governor Nyesom Ezenwo Wike of Rivers State has declared that the state government will not tolerate any attack on other Nigerians living in the state by members of the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB) or any other group.

The governor also declared that Rivers State belongs to all those who live in it, saying that the state heartily welcomes any Nigerian who resides in the state and carries our his/her lawful businesses.

Nigerian Military Declares Nnamdi Kanu, IPOB terrorists

Nigerian military on Friday declared the Independent People of Biafra (IPOB) a terrorist organisation.

 This is contained in a statement by Major General, John Enenche, Director Defence Information.

He said, “after due professional analysis and recent developments, it has become expedient, to notify the general public that; the claim by IPOB actors that the organization is non violent is not true.

United States calls for calm in Army, IPOB clash

The United States Government has called for calm as violence between the Nigerian Army and the secessionist group, the Indigenous People of Biafra, continues to cause tension within the South-East.

The US Diplomatic Mission to Nigeria said in a tweet on Friday that it was joining well-meaning Nigerians to sue for peace.

Fani-Kayode blows hot over declaration of Nnamdi Kanu, IPOB as terrorists

Former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode, has condemned the declaration of Nnamdi Kanu and his group, the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB)as terrorists.

“How can anyone describe an unarmed group of people as terrorists. As far as I am aware, Nnamdi Kanu and members of his IPOB have never killed anyone and neither have they been carrying arms.