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Thursday, 9 March 2017
Two Fake Soldiers Arrested In Ogun
The Ogun State Police Command says it has arrested two persons who have been impersonating as men of Nigeria Army in order to extort and maltreat innocent people in Agbado area of the state.
The two fake soldiers were Joseph David and Adebayo Olanrewaju.
President Buhari To Return By Friday
Nigeria’s President, Muhammadu Buhari, is expected to return to the country on Friday, March 10, 2017.
This was revealed in a statement by the Special Adviser to the President, Femi Adesina.
Photos: Two dead after motorway bridge collapses in Italy
An overpass has collapsed over a motorway in Italy, crushing a car and killing two people inside.
The bridge had been under construction when it fell onto the main Adriatic coast motorway this afternoon.
Arsenal, Dortmund, Celtic and Chelsea in battle for Nigerian winger
Arsenal and Chelsea can reportedly seal the transfer of highly-rated Nigerian winger Henry Onyekuru this summer as his club are prepared to let him leave for £6million.
The 19-year-old is currently on the books at Belgian side Eupen, and has attracted plenty of rumoured interest from top clubs in the last few months.
Photos: 2 Policemen Sentenced To Death Over 2005 Apo 6 Killings
A Federal High Court in Abuja Presided over by Justice Ishaq Bello has sentenced two policemen, Emmanuel Baba and Ezekiel Acheneje to death after being found guilty of their involvement in the killings of six traders on the 7th of June 2005. See more photos of the officers involved below
Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan are expecting another daughter
The Zuckerberg family is bracing for some serious user growth in 2017. Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and wife Priscilla Chan announced Thursday that they are expecting another daughter — or as my boss Kara Swisher likes to say, another “future Facebook mobile user.” It will be the couple’s second child, and comes as a bit of a surprise given the couple has been public about their difficulties conceiving in the past.
Manchester City want big money for Sergio Aguero
Real Madrid are reportedly interested in signing Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero this summer, but he’ll cost a near-world-record transfer fee.
The Argentina international has been one of the best players in the Premier League since his arrival from Atletico Madrid in 2011, winning two league titles and scoring a total of 156 goals in 237 games for the club.
I Sign Contract With Guys I’m Not Dating Before We Have Sex – Sista Afia
Highlife songstress Sista Afia has said numerous times that she does have a guy in her life but she has sex whenever she feels like.
The ‘Jeje’ singer in a recent interview with Hitz FM’s MzGee has disclosed that she goes into an agreement with guys before they do the ‘thing.’ According to her, she is not ready to involve herself in a relationship so the contract is for the two to agree that they are just doing something to have pleasure but not to enter into a relationship afterwards.
Riyad Mahrez reportedly on his way out of Leicester City
Leicester City are reportedly braced for the departure of Arsenal transfer target Riyad Mahrez at the end of this season, even if they manage to avoid relegation.
The Algeria international was strongly linked with the Gunners last summer, and even admitted that he held talks with the club before Leicester blocked the deal.
Eden Hazard ready to snub Real Madrid transfer
Chelsea forward Eden Hazard is reportedly ready to reject a transfer offer from Real Madrid as he remains settled in London and loyal to manager Antonio Conte.
The Belgium international has been strongly linked with a move to the Bernabeu once again this week, with reports that Zinedine Zidane has already been in personal contact with the player.
North Korea is practicing for Nuclear War
On Monday morning, North Korea launched four missiles from the northwest corner of the country that traveled 620 miles before landing in the Sea of Japan.
While none of the launches were the long-awaited test of an intercontinental-range ballistic missile – the sort of weapon that could reach the United States – the salvo was a big deal in its own way. Pyongyang very vividly demonstrated the warnings from Thae Yong-ho, a high-ranking North Korean diplomat who defected last year and described how the country was taking the final steps to arm its missile units with nuclear weapons.
2 Men Agreed To Settle Racist Online Beef In Person, Both Died In A Shootout
Police say Elroi Ashley and Canyon Molitor shot and killed each other Saturday morning outside a St. John's County convenience store, WFOX reports. .
Loved ones are at a loss.
17 Nigerians Killed In Cameroon
No fewer than four million Nigerians resident in Cameroon have been affected by the security clampdown on the South-West region of the country by the government of President Paul Biya.
A group, African Rising for Justice and Peace, at a press conference on Monday in Abuja said about 17 persons have lost their lives while over 400 others are currently held in detention since September last year.
Photos: Apsotle Suleman's Alleged Mistress Finally Released From Kirikiri Prison
Apostle John Suleman's alleged mistress Ms. Stephanie Otobo has been finally released from Kirikiri prison in Lagos.
Leader of Notorious African Terrorist Group, Al-Shabaab Surrenders
The African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) on Thursday confirmed that the leader of the militant group al-Shabaab has surrendered to government forces in Baidoa town in southern Somalia.
The AU mission confirmed that Hussein Mukhtar surrendered to the Somali National Army (SNA) on Tuesday following a government amnesty offer for militants to surrender.
“AMISOM calls on Al-Shabaab fighters to heed the government’s amnesty,’’ AMISOM said in a statement.
The AU mission confirmed that Hussein Mukhtar surrendered to the Somali National Army (SNA) on Tuesday following a government amnesty offer for militants to surrender.
“AMISOM calls on Al-Shabaab fighters to heed the government’s amnesty,’’ AMISOM said in a statement.
FG Introduces Harmonized Departure and Arrival Cards for Nigerian Airports
The Federal Government on Thursday introduced a harmonized departure/arrival cards in airports around the country to replace the multiple cards used before.
The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, retired Lt.-Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau.
The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, retired Lt.-Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau.
South Africa’s Winnie Mandela admitted to hospital
South African anti-apartheid veteran Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, former wife of the late Nelson Mandela, has been admitted to hospital for observation, a statement from her family said on Thursday.
"Mrs Mandela went to the hospital for routine medical checkup on Wednesday, March 8. A decision was taken to admit her for further observation," the statement said.
Nigerian Football Fan Dies While Celebrating Barcelona's Victory Against PSG
A supporter of Barcelona football club died on Wednesday night in Yola, Adamawa State, after Barcelona defied the odds and turned around what was supposed to be an impossible task to beat PSG.
The young Nigerian football fan of Spanish club, FC Barcelona, identified as Teri, reportedly died on Wednesday night in Yola, the Adamawa State capital, while celebrating Sergi Roberto’s 95th minute historic goal against PSG in the Champions league, round of 16 clash, on what witnesses said was “over excitement”.
Photos: President Buhari Receives Archbishop of Canterbury At The Abuja House, London
Another photo after the cut...
'From Being A Champions League Winner To A DJ' - Ex-Liverpool Player Cisse Tells His Story
Djibril Cisse has launched a career to become a world famous DJ. Cisse, who also has a successful clothing brand, has already played some of the biggest venues around the world and is not ready to move into coaching just yet.
Woman Charged in Boyfriend's Death After Forcing Him to Drink Bleach
Yasmine Elder, 24, is charged with first-degree murder of her boyfriend, Darrius Ellis, 26, after allegedly forcing him to drink bleach.
Elder got into the fight with Ellis early Monday morning while sitting in a van. She was able to overpower him, then forced him down and poured bleach down his throat about 1:45 a.m., according to a Chicago police source.
Liverpool battle Juventus for £21million Brazilian
Liverpool are reportedly ready to rival Juventus for the summer transfer of Real Madrid right-back Danilo as he struggles to establish himself at the Bernabeu.
The Brazil international has not had the happiest of times since he moved to the Spanish capital from Porto last season, and is no longer a regular in the club’s first-team.
Man who beat murder case killed minutes after leaving jail
Kamari Belmont, 23, from Chicago was accused of murder and robbery but he had his charges dropped and walked free when prosecutors could not give him a speedy trial. Soon after Kamari left the Cook County Jail on Monday night, he was killed.
Kamari was accused of shooting one man during a robbery who died eventually and robbing another man hours later on May 1st, 2015. However, in January 2017, Cook County prosecutors dropped the murder charge against Kamari and his co-defendant, Terrence Hogan, also 23, on the grounds that too much time had elapsed without the case being brought to trial, under the state's speedy trial statute. For his robbery charge, a bail was set at $100,000.
Arsenal offer Mesut Ozil £280,000-a-week deal
Mesut Ozil’s future is in major doubt, despite Arsenal offering him a stunning £280,000-a-week to stay at the club, reports claim.
The Germany international’s current deal expires at the end of next season and there are genuine fears that he will seal a transfer away from the Emirates this summer.
Young Boy Remanded For Impregnating A 16-Year-Old Girl In Abuja
An Abuja Magistrate Court in Bwari has ordered the remand of a young boy for allegedly impregnating a 16-year-old Junior Secondary School student. The young boy’s mother was also accused of threatening the girl if she failed to abort the pregnancy.
The father of the girl told the court that the incident had forced the girl out of school.
He said the pregnancy was first suspected by the mother of the girl before it was later confirmed at a hospital.
NURTW Member Stabs Vice Chairman Over Girlfriend
Two suspects, My Ayodele Muyiwa and James Friday who allegedly carried out the attack have been arrested by the police and detained at the Shomolu police division. One of the suspects, Ayodele Muyiwa is said to have been having issues with the Mr Omotunde for snatching his girlfriend.
Falana writes Zuma, threatens to sue South Africa over xenophobic attacks on Nigerians
Legal luminary and constitutional lawyer, Femi Falana, has written to South African President Jacob Zuma, to, as a matter of urgency, identify and prosecute persons and groups behind the xenophgobic attacks against Nigerians in that country.
Falana is also seeking compensation for the victims of the attack.
Nigerian Man Handcuffed and Locked Up for 4 Days at the U.S Airport Shares His Bitter Story
On Monday March 6th, Senior Special Assistant to President Buhari on Diaspora matters, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, released a statement advising Nigerians who do not have any important thing to do in the US not to travel there as she has received reports of some Nigerians being denied entry by some US Immigration officers.
Her advice was later countered by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama who at a press briefing in Abuja, said there was no truth in reports that some Nigerians were being denied entry into the US due to the new US immigration policy.
Her advice was later countered by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama who at a press briefing in Abuja, said there was no truth in reports that some Nigerians were being denied entry into the US due to the new US immigration policy.
Turkish gunman who killed toddler is murdered at his wedding six days after release from prison
The man who killed a Scottish toddler at a Turkish cafe in 2003, has died after being shot at his own wedding.
Daimi Akyuz, 46 had been sent to jail after he was found guilty of firing the shot that killed Alistair Grimason, while the toddler was sleeping in his pushchair.
A fight had broken out at the cafe over a mobile phone and Akyus shot, killing two people. The second person was Ali Bektas, a mobile salesman.
Daimi Akyuz, 46 had been sent to jail after he was found guilty of firing the shot that killed Alistair Grimason, while the toddler was sleeping in his pushchair.
A fight had broken out at the cafe over a mobile phone and Akyus shot, killing two people. The second person was Ali Bektas, a mobile salesman.
My performance against PSG my best ever game – Neymar
Brazilian ace, Neymar Jr. says his stunning performance in Barcelona’s 6-1 win against French Champions, Paris Saint-Germain was the best he has ever produced.
Sergi Roberto scored the winning goal in stoppage time, but Neymar was the driving force as the Catalan side scored three times in the final seven minutes of their Champions League round-of-16 second-leg tie en route to the competition’s biggest ever comeback.
Sergi Roberto scored the winning goal in stoppage time, but Neymar was the driving force as the Catalan side scored three times in the final seven minutes of their Champions League round-of-16 second-leg tie en route to the competition’s biggest ever comeback.
Grandfather cuts off baby’s penis during circumcision
A 59-year-old man, Mr Ziworitin Keke, has allegedly cut off part of the genitals of his eight-month-old grandson while circumcising the boy at Ondewari, a coastal settlement in Bayelsa.
The baby is currently receiving medical care at the Federal Medical Centre, Yenagoa, the Bayelsa capital.
The baby is currently receiving medical care at the Federal Medical Centre, Yenagoa, the Bayelsa capital.
Arsene Wenger blocked Arsenal’s approach for Pep Guardiola in 2016
Arsene Wenger blocked Arsenal’s approach for Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola in 2016 by refusing to step down at the Emirates, according to reports in Spain.
The Frenchman, 66, is out of contract at the end of the season and there’s huge doubt over his future at the club after a difficult campaign in north London.
Wenger signed a three-year deal with the Gunners in 2014 after winning the FA Cup for the second consecutive year.
What Nigerians Do Not Know About Osinbajo - Tinubu
According to Tinubu, in a congratulatory message to Osinbajo on 60th birthday occasion, the attribute (loyal team player) was noticed when he was Lagos State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice 1999–2007.
Tinubu in a statement released by his media office said: “we know that you will have little time to celebrate as your birthday comes at a momentous time this year.
Tinubu in a statement released by his media office said: “we know that you will have little time to celebrate as your birthday comes at a momentous time this year.
Gambian Authorities Discover Body of Opposition Leader, Solo Sandeng Allegedly Killed in Detention by Former Leader Jammeh
Gambian authorities, on Thursday, discovered the body of opposition leader, Solo Sandeng, who died in custody during former autocrat Yahya Jammeh’s regime.
Police spokesman Foday Conta, said Sandeng’s body was found near the western coastal village of Tanji and will undergo forensic investigation at a hospital in the capital, Banjul.
Police spokesman Foday Conta, said Sandeng’s body was found near the western coastal village of Tanji and will undergo forensic investigation at a hospital in the capital, Banjul.
Soldier and Many Others Injured as Army Engage Boko Haram Members in Serious Gun Battle
The Army has confirmed that one soldier died, two missing and 13 others are wounded in ongoing operations to rid remnants of terrorists from their hideouts in Borno and Northeast generally.
Brig.-Gen. Sani Usman made this known in a statement in Abuja on Thursday.
He said that the operation involved ambushes, cordon and search of the suspected remnants hiding places in the remote areas.
Brig.-Gen. Sani Usman made this known in a statement in Abuja on Thursday.
He said that the operation involved ambushes, cordon and search of the suspected remnants hiding places in the remote areas.
Juventus boss could quit for Arsenal this summer if demands aren’t met
Massimiliano Allegri has told Juventus what he wants from them in his new contract and wants his future resolved by the end of the month if he is to reject interest from Arsenal.
The Italian tactician has emerged as the leading candidate to replace the under-fire Arsene Wenger at the Emirates Stadium, with the Frenchman yet to sign an extension to his contract that expires at the end of the season.
I Won't Share My Husband's Manhood with Any Woman - Barren Lagos Wife Sends Husband to Prison Over 2nd Wife
Few weeks ago, a 50-year-old man identified as Adolphus Eze Nwagu was been arrested, remanded in prison custody at Kikiri, and charged before a Lagos court after he had altercation with Ngozi Ezenwagu, his barren first wife for marrying a second wife after 13 years of childless.
The incident happened at 12 Musibau Saidi Street, Fatoki in Egan, a surbrb of Lagos State where Adolphus built a house and reside with Ngozi and the new wife.
The incident happened at 12 Musibau Saidi Street, Fatoki in Egan, a surbrb of Lagos State where Adolphus built a house and reside with Ngozi and the new wife.
Photos: Tragedy Averted As Loaded Petrol Tanker Falls And Spills Its Content In Ondo
Tragedy was averted on Wednesday after a Conoil tanker carrying a loaded petrol tumbled in Akure, Ondo State. Emergency officials who arrived the scene on time cleaned up the spilled petrol and removed the fallen tanker to avoid any danger.
Emre Can refusing to sign new Liverpool deal
Emre Can is reportedly demanding Liverpool double his wages and has been sitting on a new deal since the turn of the new year.
The Liverpool midfielder put in an excellent performance against Arsenal after a string of wanting displays.
President Buhari mourns Adebayo, says Nigeria will miss a true patriot
President Muhammadu Buhari has described the late former governor of the defunct Western Region, retired Maj.-Gen. Adeyinka Adebayo, as a true patriot.
A statement issued by the President’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi Adesina in Abuja, said Buhari stated this in a telephone call from London to the son of the late general and former governor of Ekiti State, Niyi Adebayo.
A statement issued by the President’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi Adesina in Abuja, said Buhari stated this in a telephone call from London to the son of the late general and former governor of Ekiti State, Niyi Adebayo.
UN remembers Chibok schoolgirls on Int’l Women’s Day
The UN Deputy Secretary-General, Ms Amina Mohammed, has called on the international community to remember the Chibok schoolgirls and thousands of other women abducted by the Boko Haram terrorists.
Mohammed stated this in her speech to commemorate the 2017 International Women’s Day at the UN Headquarters in New York.
David Ospina, Lucas Perez and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain want to leave
Arsenal could be in line to lose as much as five of their first-team stars this summer. Arsene Wenger’s side are in free fall as they lost 10-2 to Bayern Munich over two legs in the Champions League and slipped out of the top four in the league.
Arsenal are worried they are about to lose Alexis Sanchez and Mesut Ozil with both stalling on signing new deals.
Obasanjo Is A Liar, Ahmadu Ali Is Still A Member of PDP – PDP Chairman
The Chairman of People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Niger State, Mr Tanko Beji, has debunked the claims by former President Olusegun Obasanjo that Senator Ahmadu Ali, a one-time national chairman of the party had left the PDP.
Beji insists that “Ahmadu Ali is still in the PDP. He is participating in all our activities. He has not left us he has no plans to leave us.”
LA Galaxy offer to make Ibrahimovic richest MLS player
LA Galaxy have told Zlatan Ibrahimovic they are prepared to make him the highest paid player in Major League Soccer history if he joins them from Manchester United this summer.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Ibrahimovic only joined United on a one-year deal last summer.
There is an option for the Swede to stay longer but while the club are desperate to keep him, the 35-year-old is yet to agree.
PSG star slams Luis Suarez after Barcelona's epic comeback
Thiago Silva has slammed Luiz Suarez following Barcelona’s historic victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League.
Barca became the first team in the competition’s history to overturn a 4-0 first-leg defeat as they scored three goals in the final seven minutes to register a 6-1 win at Camp Nou on Wednesday evening.
Board warn Arsene Wenger he must prove he can reinvent himself
The Arsenal board have warned Arsene Wenger the decision whether he stays or leaves the club does not lie solely in his hands.
Wenger has a two-year contract offer on his table from the Arsenal hierarchy and was thought to be allowed to stay at the club should he chose to.
Etisalat in talks with banks over $1b loan
Global Systems Mobile Communication (GSM) service provider Etisalat is locked in discussions with its creditors who are battling to recover a $1billion loan.
In the talks are three banks – Zenith Bank, Access Bank and Guaranty Trust Bank—which advanced the telco the loan about two years ago.
A large portion of the loan, which was meant to expand the telco’s network, is unpaid. The banks are threatening to invoke a segment of the loan agreement, which allows the creditors to assume the management of the company.
NYSC Takes Action On Zamfara Corper Who Was Allegedly Tortured By Police And 11 Others
The National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, has redeployed a corps member, Michael Uwakwe, serving in Zamfara to Anambra, following his assault by a police officer.
Victoria Okakwu, the NYSC Director, Corps Welfare and Inspectorate, explained that the corps member was redeployed to ensure his safety and security while carrying out his national assignment.
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