SARS Operatives Accused Of Killing Cross River Revenue Collector On Friday

Men of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad in the Cross River State Police Command have killed a revenue collector, identified as Edward Inyambe, and arrested another on the alleged orders of the  state’s Commissioner for Agriculture, Prof. Anthony Eneji.

Southern City News learnt on Sunday that the incident, which happened on Friday in Gakem, Bekwarra Local Government Area, was alleged to be an attempt to take over the collection of revenue of ‘non-cocoa’ produce from a consultancy firm appointed by the state Internal Revenue Service.

Iran cuts social media access as unrest turns deadly

Iran cut access to social media on Sunday in a bid to head off further protests after days of unrest that saw two people killed and dozens arrested.

The interior minister warned protesters will “pay the price” as footage on social media showed thousands marching across the country overnight in the biggest test for the Islamic republic since mass demonstrations in 2009.

Bride dies shortly after getting married to the love of her life (photos)

A Connecticut woman married the love of her life from her hospital bed on Dec. 22, two years after she was diagnosed with breast cancer.

Bridesmaid Christina Karas captured the triumph and joy moments after Heather Lindsay, 31, and David Mosher said their “I do’s.”

The image of Lindsay throwing her arms up has since gone viral.

Make Calls At Filling Stations, Go To Jail - Nigerian Police

The police have said that making phone calls at filling stations is a criminal offence which could land the offender in jail.

The Force Public Relations Officer, Jimoh Moshood, stated that an offender could be prosecuted and jailed for attempted arson.

Man Slashes Girlfriend's Throat After She Served Him One Piece of Meat on Christmas Day (Photos)

An 18 years old hair dresser, Theodora Ansah has had her neck slashed by her angry boyfriend, Raymond Boabey, a construction worker at Likpe Mate, a suburb of Hohoe in the Volta region, KasapaFMonline has reported.

 

The sad incident which happened in Ghana left the mother of two, a three year old and a one and half year old daughters in serious pain.

Former Super Eagles Goalkeeper Ejide Loses Younger Sister (Photo)

Ex-Super Eagles goalkeeper, Austin Ejide has taken to social media to share the sad news of his sister's death.

 

The Nigerian football goalkeeper who plays for Israeli club Hapoel Hadera shared the sister's photo writing: "My baby sister is gone ! Words cannot express the pain i feel. I've lost you to the cold hands of death but i know you are in a better place. Sleep on my beloved sister, till we meet again."

Private Jet Robbery: Tiwa Savage Blasts FAAN for Calling Her a Liar

Nigerian musician, Tiwa Savage has reacted to reports by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN on Wednesday debunking allegations of theft she made as baseless and untrue.

 

Tiwa had earlier on Tuesday alleged that she was robbed of her luggage from a private jet purportedly conveying her and Wizkid from Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.

Man Parading Himself As A Yoruba King Arrested In Lagos (Photos)

Policemen in Gbagada area of Lagos state have arrested one Olugbenga Jeremiah Oduwole claiming to be a Yoruba traditional ruler with the title of Oriade Of Iranmiyi Kingdom, Adeyenmi II, with his purported palace situated at No 1, Palace Way, Iranmiyi Kingdom, Ogun State.

 

Actress Tonto Dikeh Reveals She Spent 5 million naira On Her New Butt

Nollywood actress and mother of one, Tonto Dikeh has just revealed that she spent a whooping sum of Five Million Naira on her butt surgery.

The actress who recently made it public that she had cosmetic surgeries done on her body due to insecurities revealed this yesterday in her instagram story.

Paddy Adenuga Won't Be Working So Hard In 2018

Man found innocent after spending 2 years in jail for rape

Danny Kay, 26, of Derby, who spent more than two years in jail for a rape he did not commit, had his conviction quashed after a relative uncovered a series of bombshell Facebook messages - missed by police - that proved his innocence.

In the latest rape case to highlight failings in the criminal justice system, The Mail on Sunday can reveal that the jury at Danny Kay's 2013 trial was only shown doctored transcripts of crucial Facebook chats between Mr Kay and his accuser.

Police Screen Hospital Visitors As Buhari Checks On Son Again

President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday was back at the Cedar Crest Hospital, Gudu District, Abuja, where his son, Yusuf, who was injured in a motorbike accident, was hospitalised.

But the security situation around the hospital remained tense, as policemen screened those gaining entry into the medical facility.

IBB's Godson, Abe Ibraheem Celebrates 50

Abe Ibrahim is every inch a gracious champ. Like most champs, he makes a good first impression. As he clocks 50, his story pulsates a pleasurable lore of labour, perseverance, reinvention and accomplishment.

It projects the fate of a man immune to the proverbial fatal weakness of character oft derided by conservatives as carefree folk’s Achilles heel.

38 investors ‘interested’ in building modular refineries in Niger Delta - FG

The presidency says 38 licensed privately financed greenfield and mini-modular refineries investors have shown interest in the establishment of modular refineries in the Niger Delta.

Laolu Akande, presidential spokesman, said the proposed investment will re-position the petroleum industry and ensure self-sufficiency of petroleum products.

Akande said not less than ten of the 38 interested investors are at an a

Police Declare Making Phone Calls At Filling Stations A Criminal Offence

The police have said that making phone calls at filling stations is a criminal offence which could land the offender in jail.

The Force Public Relations Officer, Jimoh Moshood, stated that an offender could be prosecuted and jailed for attempted arson.

Ooni, Brother End Rift

For long, the war between the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi and his brother, Adetunji Ogunwusi, was so intense, it raged like a plot of a royal battle in some Nollywood movie.

But today, the rift is over as the two have sheathed their swords after two years of animosity that gave those close to them cause for concern.

Bolu and Ladun Akin-Olugbade Celebrate 37th Wedding Anniversary

Where there is no love, there is no ardor. But where love exists, passion becomes a given and even the most wretched homestead becomes Eden.

There is love in the heart and home of Aare Bolu Akin Olugbade. The Rolls Royce loving socialite is extremely joyous at the moment; he is swaddled in the ecstasy of requited love, like a newborn cradling in his mother’s warmth. Bolu is very much in love with his wife. And he is never too shy to express his heartfelt adoration of his heartthrob. Last Wednesday, he celebrated his unflagging love for his wife of 37 years.

Ibrahimovic ruled out for a month – Mourinho

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has revealed Zlatan Ibrahimovic will be out of action for a month, but he hopes to have Romelu Lukaku back soon following his head injury.

Ibrahimovic went off at half-time in United’s Boxing Day draw against Burnley, but Mourinho did not divulge the nature of the injury that will keep the former Paris Saint-Germain star sidelined throughout January.

Alexis Sanchez desperate to leave Arsenal for Manchester City in January

Alexis Sanchez is desperate to leave Arsenal in January and is hoping to force through a move to Manchester City, Goal reports.

It is also understood that the Gunners are ready to cut their losses on the 29-year-old, as it has become clear to his coaches and team-mates that he has no desire to stay at the Emirates Stadium for much longer.

Russia’s top court upholds election ban on opposition leader

Russia’s top court on Saturday rejected an appeal by opposition leader Alexei Navalny against a decision to bar him from running in the country’s 2018 presidential election.

The Supreme Court agreed with Russia’s Central Election Commission that Navalny cannot register as a candidate due to a controversial embezzlement conviction which the opposition chief says is politically motivated.

Serena Williams loses on comeback

Serena Williams lost on her comeback from a maternity break as French Open champion Jelena Ostapenko powered to victory in the “first to ten points” final set at the Abu Dhabi exhibition tournament on Saturday.

Lagos permanent secretary dies months after Ambode reinstated him

The Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission, LASIEC, Olumide Lawal, has passed away.

Lawal died a few months after his reinstatement into office.

The official died on Thursday evening, less than 24 hours to his 34th anniversary in the Lagos State Public Service.

I can’t guarantee Alexis Sanchez’s stay at Arsenal – Arsene Wenger

Manager Arsene Wenger says he cannot guarantee that striker Alexis Sanchez will remain at Arsenal long term, after the forward scored twice in the victory at Crystal Palace on Thursday night.

The Chile striker can leave for free this summer when his contract expires and he has been linked with a move to league leaders Manchester City, who failed in their bid to sign him on deadline day.

Popular CAC prophet banished from Ekiti after death of woman

The Ewi of Ado-Ekiti, Oba Adeyemo Adejugbe and his council of chiefs, yesterday banished one Prophet Oni Olakanye of Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Palace of Mercy, from the town over the death of a woman who sought spiritual help from him.

I Don't Care If People Think She's Older Or Richer - Singer, Iceberg Slim Speaks on Actress Juliet Ibrahim

While speaking in an new interview, Nigerian singer, Iceberg Slim, says he is not bothered if people think his girfriend and Ghanaian actress, Juliet Ibrahim, is older or richer than him. 

In an interview with PUNCH, Iceberg said the opinion of other people on their relationship does not faze them.