Jose Mourinho was more than a father to me – Julio Cesar

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho was “more than a father” to Julio Cesar during his time at Inter, the goalkeeper says.

The former Brazil shot-stopper was a key part of Mourinho’s side that won the Champions League, Serie A and Coppa Italia in 2009-10 before the coach departed for Real Madrid.

And Julio Cesar says the current Old Trafford boss’s “heroic” achievements at San Siro mean his place in hearts of Nerazzurri fans is secure.

Egypt confirms death of leading jihadist in air strikes

Egypt’s interior ministry confirmed on Thursday the death of one of the country’s most wanted militants in air strikes late October against a group behind a deadly ambush on policemen.

Former army officer turned jihadist Emad al-Din Abdel Hamid had commanded the group that killed at least 16 policemen in an October 20 Western Desert ambush and later died in military air strikes, the ministry said in a statement.

Tete makes history with fastest world title knockout (Video)

Zolani Tete took just 11 seconds to record the fastest knockout in world championship fight history in Belfast on Saturday night.

The South African etched his name into the record books when he flattened countryman Siboniso Gonya with his first punch to retain his World Boxing Organisation bantamweight crown.

E! investigating Ryan Seacrest after former stylist accuses him of msconduct

 E! is conducting an internal investigation into an allegation of misconduct against Ryan Seacrest.

The allegation stems from a former stylist who worked at E! News when Seacrest worked there. The incident, the details of which are unknown, is alleged to have occurred roughly a decade ago. Seacrest said in a statement Friday.

Self-acclaimed Christ who sexually abused and brainwashed followers has been arrested by NSCDC

A self-acclaimed Christ, Roland Samuel, who reportedly brainwashed and sexually abused his followers including 300L and 400L students of various universities has been arrested by NSCDC officers.

Facebook user, Anazodo Echezonachukwu, who narrated the story wrote;

Fuel Tanker Gets Suspended On Flyover After Accident In Anambra State

A fuel tanker was suspended on the Nkpor flyover, along Onitsha-Enugu expressway after an accident. It was gathered that the fuel tanker suffered a brake failure as it tumbled and got stuck on the flyover. The accident which recorded no casualty- happened during the Anambra governorship election.

Couple Give Out Brand New Cars As Souvenirs At Their Colorful Wedding In Benin

It was full glamour in display as Lagos-based Interior designer, Ehi Ogbebor, tied the knot in style with her wealthy partner on Saturday, November 18 (yesterday), in Benin city, Edo state.  Ehi who is a mother of two and the CEO of Sayaveth Interiors and Hotel – became an online sensation after she shared news of her engagement 10 years after divorce.

Alex Iwobi Has Improved A Lot – Arsene Wenger Heaps Praises On Nigerian Forward

Arsenal manager, Arsene Wenger heaped praises on youngster Alex Iwobi for his spectacular second goal for Nigeria in the 4-2 win over Argentina in the international friendly game on Tuesday in Russia. The Arsenal forward Iwobi scored twice in the game, but it is the quality of his second goal that has left football fans dazzled.

Wayne Rooney And Wife Spotted In Public Together For The First Time Since Drinking Scandal (Photo)

Wayne Rooney’s wife, Coleen, was spotted on a dinner date with her husband and their sons, amid rumours they are working on their reported marriage woes.  The couple were seen in public for the first time since Wayne, was charged with drink driving last month after he got behind the wheel with party girl Laura Simpson.

EFCC to Anyim - 'Return N520 million collected from Dasuki or face trial'

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has given a former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Pius Anyim, the option of returning the N520m he allegedly collected from a former National Security Adviser, Col. Sambo Dasuki (retd.), or be prosecuted for money laundering.

It was learnt that Anyim, who is also a former Senate President, was still in the EFCC custody on Saturday and might remain there until investigations reach a logical conclusion.

I didn’t receive any money from Maina — Jonathan

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has said he did not receive any money from the controversial pension fund.

He said there was no iota of truth in reports that he was paid N5b monthly from the money.

Buratai knows Nnamdi Kanu’s whereabouts, family insists

Emmanuel, the younger brother of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, has insisted that the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai, knows the whereabouts of the IPOB leader.

Kanu’s brother also said Buratai should be jailed for allegedly lying in a Federal High Court in Abuja concerning the invasion of their house by soldiers at Afara Ukwu, Umuahia, Abia State.

Four female suicide bombers die in failed Maiduguri attacks

Four female suicide bombers were among five persons killed on Saturday in Maiduguri in two unsuccessful attacks, while four others were injured.

Last week, four persons had similarly carried out unsuccessful suicide attacks on the outskirts of the town, which killed 18 persons on the spot with 29 others sustaining injuries.

How Young Man’s Situation Changed After Summoning Courage To Storm Government House

Here is the story of how the Chief of Staff (CoS) to Niger State Governor, Hon. Mikail Al-Amin Bmitosahi turned round the life of an aspiring young man. The young man named Madaki Moses from Tafa LG decided to play the brave game by approaching the gates of Governor’s Office, asking for a direction to the Office of the CoS where he met joy and got his life reversed desirably.

Nigerian Policeman And His Damaged Gun Spotted At A Welder’s Workshop (Photo)

A police officer was seen repairing his rifle at a welder’s workshop. A social media user who stays in the eastern part of the country – shared the pictures online asking whether there are no proper ways of repairing damaged guns apart from this manner or better still equipping security operatives with better weapons to battle crime.. The shared photos are trending online due to the rarity of the situation.

Between Folorunsho Coker and Aisha

The Director-General, Nigeria Tourism Development Corporation, Folorunsho Coker, moves in elite circles and has been this way for decades.

An influential member of the society, he held several offices in the Lagos State Government prior to his current position.

Sex For Roles: I’m Too Old To Respond To Ladies Looking For Fame, Yemi Solade Explodes

Some days ago, a lady became an Internet sensation of sorts when she called out actor and producer,  Yomi Fabiyi, for allegedly asking her to have sex with him for her to be featured in a movie. And while the heat was still on, another lady came out on Instagram to accuse Yemi Solade of also wanting to have sex with her for a role.

The lady, Lawal Dolapo, alleged that Solade asked her to come to a guest house when she reached out to him for a movie role.

Suarez double stretches Barca’s La Liga lead (Video)

Luis Suarez ended a five-game goal drought with a double as Barcelona extended their lead at the top of La Liga with a flattering 3-0 win at Leganes on Saturday.

Barca now lead second-placed Valencia by seven points ahead of their trip to the Mestalla next weekend, with both Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid 11 points adrift before they face off in the Madrid derby later on Saturday (1945 GMT).

Miss India wins 2017 Miss World pageant (photos)

20-year old Indian representative, Manushi Chhillar was today crowned as the 2017 Miss World at the classic event that held in Sanya City Arena, China.

India got the title 17 years. The last Indian queen to win the Miss World pageant was Priyanka Chopra in 2010. Manushi is the 6th Indian queen to win the beauty pageant. Manushi, who is a 20-year-old medical student, beat 117 other finalists at the event.

Lewandowski double puts Bayern six points clear (Video)

Robert Lewandowski reached 17 goals for Bayern Munich this season after a brace that left the Bundesliga leaders six points clear with a 3-0 thumping of Augsburg on Saturday.

Lewandowski underlined his status as the league’s top scorer by netting either side of the break in Munich to leave him with 13 goals in 12 league games this season.

Photos: Lady left unconscious after car suffers brake failure and rams into a building in Port Harcourt

A yet to be identified lady is currently lying unconsciously in a hospital in Port Harcourt, Rivers state, after a car suffered brake failure and rammed into a building she was in along the Abuloma road this afternoon.

Roma close gap on Napoli after derby win (Video)

Roma moved to within two points of Serie A leaders Napoli after squeezing past local rivals Lazio 2-1 on Sunday as Italy resumed domestic action following the World Cup disaster for the national team.

Eusebio Di Francesco’s side moved to third in Serie A level on 30 points with Inter Milan ahead of Napoli’s clash later with AC Milan after a hard-fought match decided by two goals in four second-half minutes from Diego Perotti and Radja Nainggolan.

Patience Jonathan used NGO as front for money laundering – EFCC

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has said a recent application filed by Patience, the wife of former President Goodluck Jonathan, before the Federal High Court in Abuja has justified its assertion that a non-governmental organisation, Ariwabai Aruera Reachout Foundation, being investigated for corruption, was a front for the former first lady.

The EFCC stated this in its response to an application filed by Mrs. Jonathan challenging the jurisdiction of the court to entertain the commission’s ex parte application for an order of interim forfeiture of two properties in Abuja registered in the name of the NGO.