Thursday, May 31, 2018

Nollywood Actor, RMD And Wife, Jumobi Attend Son’s Graduation In US

 

  Nollywood’s Veteran actor, Richard Mofe-Damijo and his wife, Jumobi, attended their son, Tega’s High school graduation, in the US yesterday May 30th. The proud parents shared the photos from the ceremony. RMD wrote:

Zidane Quits Real Madrid

 
  Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane has announced his exit after guiding the team to win the UEFA champions league last Saturday.

BBNaija- Nina Celebrate 22nd Birthday In Red, Wish Her Happy Birthday



  Big Brother Naija 2018 house mate, Nina Chinonso turned 22 today. She released stunning photos  put together by Tiannahstyling.
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PHOTOS- Kim Kardashian With US President Donald Trump To Discuss Prison Reforms

 

   Reality star and entrepreneur Kim Kardashian met with US president Donald Trump in the White House on Wednesday for a meeting discussing prison reform and the pardon of a first-time drug offender serving a life sentence without parole.  Following the meeting, Trump tweeted a photo of himself with Kim Kardashian in the Oval Office.

Fans Slam BBNaija Winner Miracle For Sending Nina A “Cold” Birthday Message

 


  Miracle Igbokwe is currently being criticized by some fans on social media after he dropped Nina a message on her 22nd birthday. Miracle wrote:

EFCC Arraign Former Governor Of Kaduna State, Mukhtar Yero, And Three Others

 

   The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a former governor of    Kaduna State, Mukhtar Yero, and three others.

Libya Deports 221 Illegal Immigrants

 

  The Libyan authorities deported 221 illegal immigrants from African and Asian countries as part of the immigration department’s voluntary return programme.

PUNCH Chairman, Gbadebowale Aboderin, Is Dead

 

  The Chairman of Punch Nigeria Limited, Mr Gbadebowale Aboderin, is dead, the print media announced on Thursday. According to them, he died after a heart surgery in a hospital in Lagos on Wednesday morning.

Court Jails Ex-Taraba Gov Nyame 14 Years Without Fine

 
  The Federal Capital Territory High Court has sentenced a former governor of Taraba State, Mr Jolly Nyame, to 14 years in prison without an option of fine.

Wife Sells Husband’s House Without His Consent

 

   A 41-year-old housewife, Mrs. Ifeoma Ofuegbu, who allegedly sold her husband’s house without his consent was on Wednesday arraigned in an FCT High Court, Jabi.

Wednesday, May 30, 2018

IPOB- Anxiety, fear grip residents, traders in Onitsha

 

   There was fear and anxiety in Onitsha, the commercial hub of Anambra State, over the sit-at-home order declared by the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) to honour the Biafran heroes who died during the civil war and those who died in the cause of the struggle for the restoration of Biafra state.

Checkout Pre-wedding Photos Of Nollywood Actor, Michael Okon

 

  Nollywood actor, Michael Okon is set to get married to his beautiful fiancee, Kosi Obialor. Their traditional wedding is scheduled to hold soon. It will be taking place at the residence of his fiancee in Imo state, Nigeria.
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Tonto Dikeh’s ex-husband, Churchill Olakunle reacts to Zainab’s allegations

 

   Churchill Olakunle has reacted to the allegations of one Zainab Rufai who claimed he had a relationship with her, used and dumped her for his numerous selfish gains.

Dino Melaye defects to PDP

 

   Embattled Senator Dino Melaye has defected to PDP. He announced his defection during plenary this morning May 30th.

Student Arrested For Spending $63k From $1.1m Mistakenly Credited To Her Bank Account

 
  A South African student who spent more than $63,000 (£47,500) of $1.1m she received by mistake has appeared in court on a charge of theft.

Pusha T Reveals Drake Has A Secret Son With A Pornstar, Calls Him Deadbeat Father

 

   The war between “God’s Plan”, Drake crooner and G.O.O.D Music rapper, Pusha-T has taken another turn with Pusha T making shocking revelations about Drake in a new diss track.

Conte: Chelsea ‘drops’ interest in Sarri, eyes new manager



   In continuation of search for Antonio Conte’s replacement, Chelsea are eyeing a deal for Laurent Blanc as they ease their interest in Maurizio Sarri. Chelsea had reportedly reached an agreement with Maurizio Sarri to become their new manager.

Ex-PDP spokesman Adeyeye joins APC

 

   Former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship aspirant Prince Dayo Adeyeye has defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Ex-nPDP: stop Saraki’s trial

 

   Why is the former newPeoples Democratic Party (nPDP) bloc within the All Progressives Congress (APC) aggrieved? Three issues are behind threat to leave the ruling party, it was learnt yesterday.

FG Threatens To Sack Striking Health Workers

 

  The ministry of health has directed striking health workers to resume work immediately or be declared to have absconded from duty. Health minister Isaac Adewole, gave the directive to Chief Medical officers of all federal government owned hospitals.

Tuesday, May 29, 2018

“I am pregnant for Kizz Daniel”, Lady Claims And Shares Baby Bump

 

  One Chinny Ubak has said that Oluwatobiloba Daniel Anidugbe better known as Kizz Daniel has put her in the family way without taking responsibility. The light-skinned lady took to Instagram to disclose the news through a gossip micro-blogger, Chinny.

    According to her, Ogun State-born Kizz Daniel, 24, who currently is locked in a legal tussle with his former record label, G-Worldwide has been shying away from taking responsibilities as her baby bump continues to grow. In her own words:

Wizkid Made Over 300 Million From AfroRepublik Concert

 

  Nigerian singer, Wizkid reportedly made lot of millions from the Afro Republik festival at The O2 Arena in London.

Midwife Sells a Week-Old Baby For N250,000

 

   A midwife, Regina Ibeto, 50 years of age  has been arrested by the police in Lagos for allegedly selling a-week-old baby for N250,000. Ibeto who was arrested on May 23 at her residence, No 96 Bunmi Ajakaye Street, Ajangbadi was paraded with the buyer, Udoju Chukwunoye, 45 and the middleman, Joy James. According to the police, Ibeto usually induced expected mothers and once they are delivered of their babies, she sold them off.

Trump confirms senior North Korean official en route to US

 

   President Donald Trump confirmed  that a senior North Korean official is en route to New York as part of preparations for a planned summit with leader Kim Jong Un. “We have put a great team together for our talks with North Korea. Meetings are currently taking place concerning Summit, and more. Kim Young Chol, the Vice Chairman of North Korea, heading now to New York. Solid response to my letter, thank you!” Trump wrote in a tweet.

Nigerian Youths Are Not Lazy- Goodluck Jonathan



  Ex-President, Goodluck Jonathan has maintained that Nigerian youths are not lazy. Jonathan said what Nigerian youths need was a leader who believes in them and gives them the platform to showcase their talents.

Court Orders Atiku’s Son, Estranged Wife To Agree On Children’s Upkeep Allowance



   A Lagos High Court sitting in Igbosere on Friday ordered Aminu Atiku and his ex-wife, Unmi Bolori, to agree on the monthly upkeep allowance he would be paying for the two children of the severed union. Justice Kazeem Alogba described the dispute by the estranged couple’s over the N250,000 per month as ordered by a Tinubu Magistrates’ Court, Lagos, to be paid by Atiku as a waste of time.

Full Text Of Buhari’s Democracy Day Broadcast


  ADDRESS BY MUHAMMADU BUHARI, PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA IN COMMEMORATION OF THE 2018 DEMOCRACY DAY CELEBRATION

My Dear Nigerians!

Today marks the 19th year of our nascent democracy and the 3rd Anniversary of this administration. I am thankful to Almighty God for bringing us thus far.  This administration came at a time that Nigerians needed Change, the Change we promised and the Change we continue to deliver. We have faced a lot of challenges on this journey and Nigerians have stood by us in achieving the three cardinal points of this administration namely; Security, Corruption and the Economy.

Photo: Orji Uzor Kalu Visits Fani- Kayode And Wife

 
Former Abia Governor, Dr Orji Uzor kalu yesterday visited his friend, Femi Fani Kayode who just welcomed a set of triplets -- three boys. The kids came last week. Taking to IG, Fani wrote;

Toke Makinwa’s Boyfriend Seyi Kuye Quietly Marries Pregnant Girlfriend

 

   Toke Makinwa’s boyfriend Seyi Kuye has quietly married his pregnant girlfriend, Angel Adelaja. Toke had flaunted Kuye online some months ago. But unknown to many their love fizzled out and Kuye went back to his ex. Now they are married. A very happy Adelaja even shared their love story online. Toke has now reacted to the news when a media platform tagged her. She simply replied saying; ''So what should I do now, ehn? Roll over and die??? Scream woe is me, the poor lonely girl ???''

 see wedding photos below

Monday, May 28, 2018

JAMB Takes Over Recruitment Test For FRSC, Others

 

   Few days after it conducted a test for applicants seeking to join the Nigeria Police Force, JAMB is set to conduct a similar test for the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC).

Liverpool Star, Mohamed Salah Ruled Out Of World Cup

 

   Liverpool star, Mohamed Salah will be sidelined for two months due to shoulder injury he sustained during Liverpool’s Champions League final loss to Real Madrid and miss Egypt’s World Cup campaign.

Mariah Carey Sells Diamond Ring From James Packer

 

   Mariah Carey has sold the ­35-carat diamond engagement ring James Packer gave her two years ago. The huge sparkler, widely reported to be worth $10 million, was part of the financial settlement the diva made in 2017 after her split from the Australian media baron.

Atiku Appoints Daniel Presidential Campaign DG

 

   Atiku Abubakar has appointed former Gbenga Daniel, a former Governor of Ogun State to lead his 2019 presidential campaign in the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP.

Fixing Of Eyelashes DANGEROUS, Lagos Physician Warns



   A medical practitioner, Dr Ayopo Adeyemi, on Sunday warned women against the use of artificial eyelashes, commonly used to enhance beauty, in view of its grievous consequences.

Saturday, May 26, 2018

EFCC Begins Investigation Into Obasanjo's $16bn Power Project



  Following representations made by some civil society groups, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has set machinery in motion to probe the controversy surrounding the $16 billion allegedly spent on power projects during the administration of former President Olusegun Obasanjo.

Friday, May 25, 2018

Court Dissolves 18-Year-Old Marriage Over Abandonment

 

   An Idi-Ogungun Customary Court, Agodi, in Ibadan, on Friday dissolved the 18-year-old marriage between one Fatimo Taiwo, 35, and her husband, Lukman, on ground of abandonment. The President of the court, Chief Mukaila Balogun, said the court was left with no option than to dissolve the marriage since the defendant had urged the court to uphold the divorce request of his wife.

FG hands over N3.85bn Esan Water Project to Edo Govt

 

   President Muhammadu Buhari-led Federal Government has handed over to the Edo State Government, the completed Northern Esan Water Project, in Ugboha, Esan South East Local government area of the state. The project estimated to have cost N3.85 billion, can generate two million gallons or nine million liters of water per day.

Heavyweight Boxing Champion, Jack Johnson Granted Posthumous Pardon By President Trump

 

  President Donald Trump granted a rare posthumous pardon to boxing's first black heavyweight champion on Thursday, clearing Jack Johnson's name more than 100 years after what many see as his racially-charged conviction.

Ryanair Flight Carrying Dozens Of Irish Voters Home For Abortion Referendum Has Crashed

 

  A Ryanair flight carrying dozens of Irish voters home for the abortion referendum has crashed with another plane on the runway at London Stansted Airport today.

Fani-Kayode’s Wife Delivers Triplets On Her Birthday



   Precious, wife of former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode, has delivered a set of triplets on her birthday today.

Thursday, May 24, 2018

Trump cancels summit with Kim

 

  President Donald Trump has cancelled the planned June 12 summit in Singapore with North Korea’s Kim Jong Un, citing the “tremendous anger and open hostility” in a recent statement from North Korea. It came on a day that North Korea dismantled its nuclear bomb testing site, in the presence of some invited journalists.

Governor Akinwunmi Ambode Adopts LASU Best Graduating Student, Gifts Him N5 Million


   Governor Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos State gave the sum of N5 million to the Best Graduating student of the Lagos State University (LASU), Fuhad Adetoro. The governor made the cash donation to Fuhad during the convocation ceremony at LASU which took place at the institution’s Ojo campus. Governor Ambode also adopted Fuhad and pledged to sponsor Fuhad’s Masters programme to any University of his choice.

See List Of 58 Illegal Universities In Nigeria

 

   The National Universities Commission (NUC) has released a list of 58 illegal universities operating in Nigeria. According to a publication dated May 14, which reads, “For the avoidance of doubt, anybody who patronises or obtains any certificate from any of these illegal institutions does so at his or her own risk.” According to the NUC, certificates obtained from the institutions will not be recognised for the purposes of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), employment and further studies.

See Full List Of The Illegal Universities Below:

Zervos Sues Trump For Daring To Say She Lied About His Sexual Assault



   Donald Trump has a simple defense in the lawsuit filed against him by former 'Apprentice' contestant Summer Zervos STATING she's a liar and truth is a defense. Zervos sued Trump for defamation after he said she was making up the story he allegedly sexually assaulted her during a 2007 business meeting at the Beverly Hills Hotel.

Mercy Johnson Loses Mum

 

  Mercy Johnson’s mom is dead. The actress made the announcement few minutes ago on social media. She wrote; ‘’It deeply saddens me to say that my beloved mother is gone. This is a trying time for my family and we would appreciate your prayers, even as we plead for our privacy at this time Thank you’’.

Former Kogi First Lady Opens Recording Studio

 

   Former Kogi State First Lady, Faridah Wada, has called on youths across the country to shun all forms of violence and prioritise skills acquisition for a better future.

Ronaldinho To Marry TWO Women At The Same Time



    Football legend Ronaldinho is to marry two women at the same time according to reports in Brazil. The Samba ace will reportedly tie the knot in August with his pair of "fiancees", Priscilla Coelho and Beatriz Souza. The two women have been living "harmoniously" with the former Barcelona star since December at his £5million Rio de Janeiro mansion, according to reports. Ronaldinho started dating Beatriz in 2016, but continued his relationship with Priscilla, which began several years earlier.

Wednesday, May 23, 2018

Buhari Direct Release Of Fund For Ogoni Clean Up

 

  President Muhammadu Buhari has directed that the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) and oil companies release fund within a very short period for the clean-up of Ogoni community.

Malaysia Slash Salaries Of Ministers



   Malaysia has slashed salaries of ministers by 10 per cent and also cut public spending. The decision was taken to control spending as the new government deals with high-level debt, the 92-year-old leader said exceeded more than one trillion ringgit (251.5 billion U.S. dollars). Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad on Wednesday the measures at the first cabinet meeting which was attended by more than a dozen of the newly sworn-in ministers. “We are concerned about the country’s financial problem,” Mahathir told reporters after the meeting.

Tribunal Orders FCMB To Pay N989m Decade Debt

 

  The Investments and Securities Tribunal, Abuja, on Wednesday ordered First City Monument Bank Plc (FCMB) to pay N988.5 million to a stock broking firm after a decade long dispute. Valueline Securities and Investments Ltd, who brought the bank before the tribunal, said the debt was from shares purchase fund allegedly misappropriated in 2008 by the defunct FinBank Plc with which FCMB merged in 2012.