Another Container-load of Arms Found in Tin Can Island Port in Lagos

Another container filled with arms has been discovered at the Tin Can Island Port in Lagos, the Nigeria Customs exclusively disclosed to Premium Times on Tuesday.

 

A source at the port told said the container was found at the Ports and Cargo Terminal of the Tin Can Island Ports.

Jilted Lover Traces Ex-Girlfriend to Bayelsa, Bathes Her With Acid For Dumping Him

A 26-year-old lady, identified as Miss Deborah Eteh, was bathed with substance suspected to be acid on Tombia Road by Edepie, Bayelsa State, by her ex-boyfriend, who came in from Rivers State, Vanguard reports.

 

The two had been in a relationship while the victim was leaving in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, before she dumped him and relocated to Yenagoa.

Veteran James Bond Actor, Roger Moore is Dead

Actor Sir Roger Moore, best known for playing James Bond, has died aged 89, his family has announced. He played the famous spy in seven Bond films including 'Live and Let Die' and the 'Spy Who Loved Me'.

 

Sir Roger's family confirmed the news on Twitter, saying he had died after "a short but brave battle with cancer". The statement, from his children, read: "Thank you Pops for being you, and being so very special to so many people."

Workers Poised For Showdown Over N48bn Promotion Arrears

Civil servants in the employ of the Federal Government are poised for a showdown with their employers following the non-payment of their promotion arrears totalling N48 billion.

 

As at last year, N12.3 billion was reportedly provided as virement in the 2016 budget for the settlement of part of the arrears that was due to workers who got their promotions in 2013.

 

However, New Telegraph learnt that the money was not released for payment to the concerned civil servants. The workers, a correspondent gathered, are currently mobilizing to picket the Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Budget and National Planning and the National Assembly.

Big game hunter is crushed to death when an elephant he was hunting in Zimbabwe is shot and falls on top of him

A South African safari leader and big game hunter was crushed to death Friday afternoon when an elephant was shot and fell and on top of him.

Theunis Botha, 51, was hunting with a group in Gwai, Zimbabwe, when they came across a breeding herd of elephants. 

Buhari and the Marabouts - By Reuben Abati

“Have you read Lauretta Onochie’s latest post?”

 

“Lauretta. Lauretta. Who is she?”

 

“She is a social media assistant at the Presidency. She shoots straight and direct. She defends President Muhammadu Buhari with the passion of someone the President treats like a daughter.”

 

“Not a son, this time, a daughter! Interesting. Of power, fathers, wives, sons and daughters….”

Robbers kill photo-journalist in Akwa Ibom

Suspected robbers killed a freelance photo-journalist, Samuel Ekerendu, in the early hours of Sunday. They invaded his apartment at Enen Abasi Street, Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital.

It was gathered that the robbers, midnight on Sunday, ravaged the Ayayatie Street, close to Itam Motor Park, few metres away from the “D” Division of the Nigerian Police, before proceeding to Itam West in continuation of their operation.

Court adjourns Patience Jonathan’s $5.8m forfeiture hearing till Sept.

Justice Mojisola Olaterogun of the Lagos Division of the Federal High Court has fixed September 24 for hearing in the application by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, seeking a final forfeiture order of $5.8m allegedly belonging to Patience Jonathan, wife of former President Goodluck Jonathan.

The adjournment came following a Court of Appeal order on stay of proceedings sought by Mrs. Jonathan.

I will make the decision on my next move – Mbappe

Monaco forward Kylian Mbappe insists he will not be “forced” to go anywhere this summer and his priority is to play regular football.

The 18-year-old was named Ligue 1’s Young Player of the Year after scoring 15 goals to help Monaco win the title.

His form has reportedly attracted interest from the likes of Real Madrid, Manchester United and Arsenal.

Herbalist Who Defrauds Clients Seeking for Quick Riches with Tortoise Arrested in Lagos After a N4m Fraud

A notorious herbalist who operates in Lagos and alleges to make people wealthy has defrauded a cab driver who was seeking charms to boost his transport business.

A herbalist identified as Abiodun David who allegedly defrauded a cab driver, Adebayo Omoniyi, of about N4 million, has been appprehended by the Zone 2 Police Command in Lagos state.

We were paid N3,000 to kill 3 persons – Suspects

Two suspects, Umar Sada, alias ‘Yaume’ and Ahmed Adamu, alias ‘Dindingi’, both of Kofar Sauri area of Katsina metropolis on Monday confessed to have killed three persons and snatched away their motorcycles.

Speaking with newsmen while being paraded at State Police Command Headquarters, Ahmed Adamu said they were being paid between N3,000 for each operation.

Mourinho did not use Pogba well – Thierry Henry

Former Arsenal striker, Thierry Henry, has said that Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho, did not use Paul Pogba properly in his first season back at Old Trafford.

Pogba has received mixed reviews since his world-record £89.3million move, scoring only eight goals in 50 appearances.

Ambode cancels N844b Lagos 4th Mainland Bridge

Governor Akinwunmi Ambode  has terminated a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a consortium of firms to build  the 4th Mainland Bridge at the cost of N844 billion.

The MoU for the 36 km bridge, which two past administrations had promised to do,  was signed on 25 May, 2016.

Serena Williams shares beautiful selfies from Beyonce's African-themed push party

Pregnant Serena Williams shared lovely selfies she took at Beyonce's push party.She also shared one with Lala Anthony..

Warri billionaire, Emami Ayiri arrives Abuja in a private jet, meets Bola Tinubu, Lai Mohammed

Warri-based billionaire Emami Ayiri arrived the Federal capital territory on Monday. He is pictured with APC chieftain, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed, others. More photos after the cut...

Photos: Nigerian woman thrown out of the house by her abusive husband

A Nigerian woman, who is a victim of domestic violence has appealed to human right activist and lawyer, Emeka Ugwuonye for help, after her abusive husband threw her out of the house. She also shared photos of her belongings which he destroyed. More photos after the cut...

Photos: Police disrupt protest by Shi'ite members in Abuja

The Nigeria Police officers employed the use of teargas and water tanks to disrupt a protest by Shi'ite members at the National Human Rights commission in Abuja today. Members of the Islamic group were demanding the release of their leader, Ibrahim El-Zakzaky who has been in military custody since December 2015. See more photos after the cut...

South African doctors perform 2nd successful Penis Transplant

South African doctors from the Stellenbosch University have performed its second successful penis transplant operation in the country.

The recipient whose name is being kept anonymous for ethical reasons is a 40-year-old man and has been without a penis for 17 years after a botched traditional circumcision, according to Times Live.

Nicki Minaj shares very racy photos in bondage inspired rope bikini

Nicki Minaj shared steamy photos of her wearing a bondage inspired rope bikini..It appears to have been taken on the set of a video shoot, as several hands can be seen on deck,to ensure the star looks perfect.

Check out new photos of the woman in Michael Jackson's thriller video, shot 35 years ago

Her name is Ola Ray. She acted as the girlfriend of Michael Jackson in his legendary music video, Thriller. Recent photos of the 56-year-old woman show that she's aged so well. More photos after the cut...

Exclusive pictures from igosave birthday bash

Popular Comedian igosave added another year on May 20th, he was hosted friends and colleagues to an exclusive birthday bash at Eddyz wine bar GRA port Harcourt yesterday with some of his industry friends like;

Photos: Indonesian police arrest 141 men, including a British man over 'gay sex party

Indonesian police have arrested 140 men, including a British and a Singaporean on suspicion of having a 'gay sex party' at a sauna in the capital Jakarta late on Sunday.

Confirming the arrest to BBC Indonesian, Police spokesman Argo Yuwono said the 141 men were detained for questioning in the Sunday raid at the gym and sauna in north Jakarta. 

UK Prime Minister, Theresa May issues a statement on the Manchester blast

At about 10:35pm UK time on Monday, May 22, 2017, tragedy struck at the Manchester Arena where pop singer Ariana Grande was performing, leaving at least 19 people dead and about 50 injured in a possible terrorist incident.

British Prime Minister Theresa May issued a statement, confirming that police are treating the incident as a terror attack, "we are working to establish the full details of what is being treated by the police as an appalling terrorist attack. All our thoughts are with the victims and the families of those who have been affected." 

Suicide bomber kills 22, injures 59 at Manchester concert

A suicide bomber denoted an explosive at the Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, United Kingdom killing at least 22 people and injuring no less than 59 others.

The blast which occurred just as the show was wrapping up caused panic at the Manchester Arena, venue of the concert, sending the mostly adolescent audience into panic.

Why work has not started on Apapa roads – Fashola

The Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, has reiterated that the Apapa Area in Lagos State is a priority for the Federal Government under the Ministry’s programme to solve the issue of roads leading to critical ports in the country.

According to Fashola,who was interacting with newsmen in Abuja at the weekend at the end of Day One of the Federal Ministry of Power Works and Housing’s Retreat, arrangements for the deployment of an enduring solution on Wharf Road were near closure.