Thursday, August 31, 2017

Zenith Bank receives D’Tigress, pledges support for Spain 2018 World Championship

   

    Zenith Bank, sponsor of the national Women Basketball League, says it will give adequate support to the champions of the 2017 FIBA Women’s Afrobasket Championship, D’Tigress for the World Championship in Spain next year.

Petrol prices to fall, says Kachikwu

 

  The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Dr. Ibe Kachikwu on Thursday said that owing to the competition inherent in the Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) price modulation, the product’s prices will crash  in the next four to six months.

19-Year-Old Lebanese Who Makes Nigerian Songs Visits Peter Okoye [PHOTOS]


     Stephanie Ghaida, The Lebanese 19 Years old girl who makes Nigerian songs paid a visit to Peter Okoye Yesterday.
  More photos below;

Photos: Flood sacks 110,000 people in Makurdi

   

   The Executive Secretary of the agency, Mr Boniface Ortese, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Makurdi on Wednesday that over 2, 769 households were also affected.

Photos- Beautiful Nigerian woman dies 11 days after her wedding

 

  A beautiful Nigerian woman has died just eleven days after her wedding! According to reports, Zalman and Salim Sodangi got married in Abuja on the 19th of August. In a tragic end to a beautiful love story,  Zainab passed away on Tuesday, August 29th.
May her soul rest in peace, Amen
See more wedding photos

Abuja: UK opens new High Commission building



    The UK government has promised to attain a better bilateral and diplomatic relationship with Nigeria.

Trump on N/Korea: We have talked enough

 

   U.S. President Donald Trump has ruled out any diplomatic talks with North Korea over its missile programme saying “talking is not the answer.”

Hungry North Korean soldiers ‘ordered to steal corn’

 

     As North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un boasts of his military prowess and flaunts his high tech weapons to the world, his malnourished soldiers are said to be stealing corn from fields to stave off hunger pangs.

EFCC recovers N409b, $69m in 8 months

 

   The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, between January and August 2017 recovered about N409 billion and secured 137 convictions nationwide, the acting chairman, Ibrahim Magu said today.

Arsenal confirm Chamberlain’s exit to Liverpool

   

   Arsenal have formally announced the exit of their midfielder, Alex Ox-Chamberlain to rivals Liverpool and thanked him for his services.

I am releasing more songs you will have to ban - 9ice threatens NBC



   Last week, the NBC banned songs from Olamide, Davido and 9ice and tagged them 'Not To Be Broadcasted'. The ban came almost immediately after the Ministry of Health issued a public warning against Olamide's latest hit song, WO.

How Ooni ‘Tricked’ 201 gods! Wuraola Was Not The Choice Of Ile-Ife

Culled from Kemi Ashefon..

    That the royal marriage which was solemnized on March 12, 2016 crashed irretrievably would not come as a surprise to priests and priestesses in the ancient town of Ile Ife.

"Hot Felon" Jeremy Meeks poses with Blac Chyna on secret photoshoot

   

   Blac Chyna revealed on Wednesday that she and "hot felon" Jeremy Meeks were working together on a project. Her revelation came shortly after Topshop heiress Chloe Green sparked engagement speculations. Chyna did not give details of the project but she shared a photo of her and Jeremy and as usual, she slayed in it.
Another photo below.

I Respect Conor McGregor More After Mayweather Fight -Mike Tyson

 
  Despite his loss to Floyd Mayweather,Boxing icon,Mike Tyson is giving Conor Mcgreor some credit as a boxer.In July, Tyson told Podcast, Pardon My Take.

European Stock Markets Rise At Open

 

   Europe’s main stock markets climbed at the start of trading on Thursday following gains in Tokyo and on Wall Street.

'Femi Adesina almost defecated in his pants over a recent interview I had about this government'- FFK says

 

    The former Aviation minister said this in a new article he published this morning on his social media page. Read below

Wole Ojo, Yvonne Jegede, Jenifer Eliogu endorse movie, The Silverspoon

   

   The Silver Spoon tells the story of a spoilt but bright hard working and serious minded girl of 24 years, Ella Henshaw who is to take over the family business. However she met, a disgruntled job seeker, Segun played by Wole Ojo who finally got a job in her company and discovers that the job was not what he expected. Speaking with one of the casts of the movie, Wole Ojo on what makes The Silver Spoon a must watch he said, “One of the unique things about The Silver Spoon is in its storytelling, a normal story told from a different point of view. It’s a really educative and relatable movie which a lot of young people out there can connect with. I think it is definitely a must watch’.

ASUU Strike: ‘One Of My Children Is Sitting At Home Like Others’ – Chris Ngige

 

  Minister of labour and employment, Chris Ngige, on Wednesday, August 30, revealed that one of his children is affected by the ongoing strike action of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).

Mambilla power project gets $5.79bn for takeoff


    The Federal Government yesterday approved the contract of the Mambilla hydro power plant at a cost of $5.792 billion.

Open Heavens 31 August 2017: Thursday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye - Divine Wisdom

Open Heavens 31 August 2017: Thursday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye - Divine Wisdom

DIVINE WISDOM – Thursday August 31st 2017

Wednesday, August 30, 2017

Sokoto State releases N680m for pensions, severance gratuities



    Governor Aminu Tambuwal of Sokoto State has approved the release of N680 million to settle pension arrears of teachers, local government staff and severance gratuity for former councillors in the state. Alhaji Mannir Dan’Iya, the Commissioner for Local Government and Community Development in a statement in Sokoto on Wednesday said that already, payments had started and all beneficiaries would receive their entitlements in due course.

University of Nigeria (UNN) rejects JAMB's 120 cut-off mark, fixes dates for Post-UTME



    The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) has rejected the 120 cut-off mark fixed by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) for 2017/2018 universities admission. The University has fixed 200 as her official cut-off mark for 2017/2018 admission.
Statement released by the school management below...

Ebonyi Varsity lecturer, Ogah Onwe Chinedu, sacked for sleeping with students, extorting money from them, other offences (Photos)

 

    According to reports making the rounds online, Mr. Ogah Onwe Chinedu, a lecturer in the department of History and international relations in Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki has been Dismissed by the EBSU Senate for allegedly being guilty of so many allegations charged against him.
A student of the school said:

Mercy Johnson, Davido, Ehiz Make 2017 100 Most Influential Africans List

 

    The 2017 100 most influential Africans list is out and actress Mercy Johnson- Okojie, Davido, Wizkid, Ehiz and a couple of others made the list.

See full list below:

FG To Reward Each D’Tigress Player With N1m

 

   After achieving victory at the Afrobasket Championship title for the first time in 12 years in Mali, each D’Tigress player will get a reward of N1m.

Evans Pleads Guilty To Kidnap Charges




   Suspected kidnapper, Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, otherwise known as Evans has pleaded guilty to a two-count charge bordering on kidnapping

Texas flood worsens as Trump visits


     Flooding in South-Eastern Texas and South-Western Louisiana is expected to worsen due to overnight heavy rainfall, just as U.S. President Donald Trump is preparing to visit the battered region.

Senator Kanti Bello dies at 72

 

   Famous Katsina politician Senator Mahmud Kanti Bello has died in Abuja at the age of 72. Bello, a two-time senator, died early Tuesday at a hospital in Abuja after a brief illness. He was buried in Abuja according to Islamic rites.

Why FG introduced new social media policy, by presidential aide



    Special Assistant to the President on Digital and New Media, and head of the Presidency Office of Digital Engagement (PODE), Mr. Tolu Ogunlesi, said in Abuja recently that the rationale for the introduction of a new social media policy is to enhance government’s media platform.

Tuesday, August 29, 2017

University of Ilorin gets new VC

 

   The Governing Council of the University of Ilorin yesterday announced Professor Sulyman Age Abdulkareem as the new vice chancellor of the university for the next five years.

Eid el-Kabir: FG declares Friday, Monday public holidays


    The Federal Government has declared Friday, September 1 and Monday, September 4, 2017 as public holidays to mark the Eid el-Kabir celebrations.

Monday, August 28, 2017

Open Heavens 29 August 2017: Tuesday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye - Chosen for a divine purpose

Open Heavens 29 August 2017: Tuesday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye - Chosen for a divine purpose

CHOSEN FOR A DIVINE PURPOSE – Tuesday August 29th 2017

Veteran Nollywood director and actor, Obi Madubogwu has died



    Nollywood veteran actor and filmmaker, Obi Madubogwu is dead. A source close to the family exclusively revealed said that the actor who has been battling with diabetes for years, developed fever yesterday and was rushed to the hospital this morning where he died due to health complications.

Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan welcome second daughter



   Facebook founder, Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla Chan have welccomed their second child, a daughter named August.

Happy Birthday Mercy Johnson


  Happy birthday to you Mercy

Buhari Happy With Improving Nigerian Economy



  President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday says he is pleased with the improving state of the Nigerian economy.

Sunday, August 27, 2017

I spent 10 years under Lagos Bridges – Vice President’s wife Dolapo Osinbajo



   Speaking at ‘Teens Career Conference’ organized by The Everlasting Arms Parish TEAP of the Redeemed Christian Church of God RCCG, Garki, Abuja, Nigeria’s Vice President’s wife Dolapo Osinbajo recounted how she spent about 10 years with street urchins under several notorious Lagos bridges in a bid to reshape their lives.

Put some respect on single mothers' name - Toyin Lawani cries

 

   Serial entrepreneur, Toyin Lawani took to her Instagram page to refer to single moms as super humans and asked that they should be respected.
She wrote:

I was abused in my last relationship - Uche Ogbodo reveals

 

  Nollywood actress, Uche Ogbodo has revealed that she faced domestic violence in her last relationship as she opened up on the kind of man she wants. Speaking with The Sun, Uche, talked about her love life, career, gender equality and more.
Read excerpts from her interview:

Open Heavens 28 August 2017: Monday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye - Builders for God

Open Heavens 28 August 2017: Monday daily devotional by Pastor E. A. Adeboye - Builders for God

BUILDERS FOR GOD – Monday August 28th 2017

Malia Obama harassed at Harvard

 

   Malia Obama was virtually harassed by an eager fan seeking a photo for her grandchild outside a Harvard Square eatery in Cambridge, Mass., on Saturday, TMZ reported.

See Full list of winners from DStv's Mzansi Viewers' Choice Awards in South Africa

 

  The inaugural DStv Mzansi Viewers Choice Awards made history in the South African entertainment industry lst night.

Tony Nwoye wins APC governorship primary in Anambra

 

   The APC governorship primary in Anambra state has ended with Tony Nwoye winning the party's ticket for the November 18th state governorship election.

Nollywood movies can gross up to $50 Million in the Chinese Box Office - Justin Zhang

 

  The CEO of StarTimes Nigeria, Mr Justin Zhang said the opportunities are enormous for Nollywood in China.

Delta State Marks 26years Of Creation

 

   AS Delta State celebrates 26 years of its creation, Governor Ifeanyi Okowa says Deltans has a lot of reasons to celebrate.

Floyd Mayweather flaunts bumper cheque after his mega money win over Conor McGregor



   Floyd Mayweather who stands to earn at least $100million showed off a bumper cheque and his winning belt after he claimed his 50th win against UFC champion Conor McGregor.

Saturday, August 26, 2017

Frank Edoho finally addresses claims that he is a wife beater

 

  Who Wants to Be A Millionaire Host, Frank Edoho shut down a Twitter user who alleged he beat his ex-wife.It all started when Frank tweeted about being afraid for Floyd Mayweather because Conor Mcgregor's training is more intense .

I am honoured to be compared to the likes of Wizkid - M I Abaga says

 

     Ace rapper and Chocolate City Boss, M.I Abaga, in a new interview with Saturday Beats, has revealed why he took him so long to drop a new music project.
According to the ace rapper:

Patoranking shares new photo of himself carrying his new born baby and babymama


   Singer, Patoranking who welcomed a child with his British babymama recently, shared a photo of himself carrying his child with his babymama looking on.


New French President, Emmanuel Macron has spend €26,000 on his personal make-up

 
   On Thursday, Le Point magazine reported that French President, Emmanuel Macron spent €26,000 on makeup in his first three months as leader of the country.