Only passionately foolish person will believe that sowing seeds in church will make them wealthy – Daddy Freeze

On Air Personality (OAP), Daddy Freeze has clapped back on people, who feel that sowing seeds in churches will make them wealthy. He rather advised that what will make one wealthy is good investment.

"Only a passionately foolish person will believe that sowing seeds in a church will make them wealthy! - 

Niger Delta youth demand oil and gas colony

The Niger Delta Youth Leadership Forum (PANDLEAF) has asked the federal government to establish an oil and gas colony in the region.

Speaking at the inauguration of the Bayelsa state chapter of PANDLEAF in Yenagoa on Saturday, Richard Akinaka, president of the forum, said if the government wants colony for cattle, the Niger Delta people also need one for oil and gas.

Police fraud unit arrests 20 visa racketeers

The Police Special Fraud Unit (PSFU) claimed to have arrested over 20 suspects that specialised in counterfeiting entry visas of some foreign countries.

Spokesman for the PSFU, Audi Lawal, said in a statement yesterday that the visa racketeers were arrested at several embassies of the foreign countries in Lagos.

Doctor Contacts Lassa Fever In Kogi

Kogi State has recorded a fresh outbreak of Lassa fever as an unnamed medical doctor working with the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Lokoja, has contacted the disease.

Briefing journalists on Saturday in Lokoja, the Chief Medical Director of FMC, Dr. Olatunde Alabi, said the doctor was diagnosed of the disease on January 19.

Abducted Americans, Canadians Have Been Rescued

The Inspector-General of police Intelligence Response Team (IRT), on Saturday said it has rescued two Americans and two Canadians kidnapped on Tuesday along Jere-Kagarko Road in Kaduna State.

Two policemen were killed by gunmen during the incident.

Nigerian Man, 59, Convicted Of Stabbing Fiancée, 52, To Death In United States

A Nigerian immigrant has been convicted in Fort Bend County in the 2015 stabbing death of his fiancée.

After deliberating for some 13 hours, a jury late Friday afternoon convicted 59-year-old Osa Alohaneke in the slaying of Evelyne Ebane Epiepang, 52.

Fallout of court verdict: We still have axe to grind with Olubadan – 21 new kings

The 21 new kings in Ibadanland have said they are not  bothered by the judgment delivered on Friday by an Oyo State High Court  nullifying their enthronement, noting that it hasn’t   changed the fact that they have an axe to grind with the Olubadan, Oba Saliu Adetunji.

They said they are not fighting the law in  but the Olubadan for allegedly undermining the  traditional institution  by involving his wife in traditional matters that should be the  exclusive preserve for members of the Obas-in-Council.

Sambo Dasuki’s aide under probe over diversion of N36.4 Billion

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has traced N3.12billion to the bank account of a company allegedly owned by a Special Assistant to a former National Security Adviser, Col. Sambo Dasuki (rtd).

The sum is suspected to have been diverted from about N36.4billion voted by the Goodluck Jonathan administration for the protection of dams, wells and sources of water in the North-East against being poisoned by Boko Haram.

16 states ready for FG’s cattle colonies

Sixteen of the 36 states have signified intention to be part of the cattle colonies initiative of the federal government according to The Nation newspaper

More are expected to join, according to Dr. Olukayode Oyedele, Special Assistant to Agriculture Minister, Audu Ogbeh. Oyedele did not name the 16 states or those in line to join the initiative.

United States visa appointments to hold despite govt shutdown

United States visa processes across the world may not be disrupted following government shut down at the stroke of midnight Friday.

All but the most essential operations of the US government are affected including the one-year anniversary of President Donald Trump’s inauguration.

Air force deploys N9.7bn helicopters seized by FG

The second Bell 412 Helicopter, which was among the two aircraft seized by the Nigeria Customs Service in January 2017, has been deployed by the Nigerian Air Force.

The air force said on Saturday in a release that the aircraft was deployed, following the induction of the first helicopter in November 2017.

Gunmen Attack Afghan Hotel

At least four gunmen have launched an attack on Kabul’s Intercontinental Hotel. Special forces tried to repel the gunmen, interior ministry spokesman, Najib Danish, told the BBC.

An official at the Afghan spy agency said the gunmen were “shooting at guests.” The attack began at about 21:00 local time (16:30 GMT), Mr. Danish said.

There were no immediate details on the casualties.

‘We’ll deliver one of the world’s cleanest cities’ — Ambode tenders apology over refuse heaps

Akinwunmi Ambode, governor of Lagos state, says the resurgence of waste on major highways and streets in the state, will soon be a thing of the past.

In a statement by Habib Aruna, his chief press secretary, Ambode assured residents that the state government is on top of the situation.

Barcelona’s Javier Mascherano set to join Hebei China Fortune – Manuel Pellegrini

Hebei China Fortune coach Manuel Pellegrini has confirmed he expects to sign Javier Mascherano this month, with the Barcelona defender anticipated to complete his move to the Chinese side within two weeks.

Mascherano has been linked with a switch to China since December, although there has not yet been any confirmation from either side of the deal.

Uganda police arrest Briton in car smuggling ring

After a seven-year hunt, police have arrested a Briton accused of stealing and smuggling cars from Britain into Uganda.

The Flying Squad Unit (FSU) arrested the suspect after he was tricked by Mr Eric Alema, a victim of his car deals, and Mr Alema’s friend who posed as a car buyer.

Mr Richardson Jack Arthur, who also possesses a Ugandan passport, shot into the limelight in 2011 when he stole and sold a UK-made car to Mr Alema at Ush120 million.

Everton’s James McCarthy suffers double leg break against West Brom

Everton midfielder James McCarthy suffered a double leg break during Everton’s 1-1 draw with West Brom.

McCarthy was stretchered off midway through the second half at Goodison Park after colliding with Baggies striker Salomon Rondon.

Herdsmen Kill Monarch, 28 Others In Fresh Attacks

A monarch in Taraba State and 28 others were killed during the week in fresh attacks by Fulani herdsmen, The Nation reports.

The attacks, which took place between Tuesday and Wednesday, occurred while the dust was yet to settle on herdsmen attacks on some Benue communities early in the year, which resulted in the death of about 70 residents.

The best thing I can ever do in my life is to serve President Buhari – DG NIA

The newly-appointed Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency, Mr. Ahmed Rufai Abubakar, has said the best he could have done in his life is to serve President Muhammadu Buhari and Nigeria.

According to a statement on Saturday by the Deputy Director (Information), State House, Abiodun Oladunjoye, Abubakar spoke on Friday at a send-off organised for him by presidential aides and members of staff of State House at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

Press Release: I Was Never Married To This Pretty Lady - Man Says (Photos)

A graduate of petroleum engineering at Federal university of Uyo, Akwa Ibom state has reacted to picture of him and a lady circulating online which suggests that he got married to her two years ago. According to Kufre Samuel, the matter is a serious one which prompted to release a press statement. Read below;

Xenophobia: Mob destroys 4 Nigerian shops, houses in South Africa - Union

The Nigerian Community in South Africa said on Saturday that a mob destroyed four shops and several houses belonging to their members at Krugersdorp, near Johannesburg. 

Mr Cyril James, the Ward Chairman of the Nigerian Union in the area, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on the telephone from Johannesburg, South Africa that the attacks began on Jan. 18. 

Liberia’s George Weah seeks to reassure ahead of inauguration

Incoming Liberian president George Weah on Saturday sought to dispel accusations he is ill-prepared to take the reins of his fragile west African country, and said his priority would be maintaining peace.

Former international footballer Weah played a friendly match against the Liberian Armed Forces side, fronting his All Stars team of former national players and friends, two days before his inauguration.

Pope jumps from Popemobile to help officer when she fell off her horse (PHOTOS)

Pope Francis stopped his motorcade and got out to help a police officer who fell from her horse as he passed on Thursday.

The pontiff had just finished celebrating mass in Iquique and was travelling in his motorcade when the officer's horse reared up violently as the vehicle approached and the officer who was on guard tumbled off. Francis descended from his popemobile and he stood by the woman until an ambulance arrived with a stretcher and took her away before he resumed his ride.

Ex-Governorship candidate drags student lover to court over N750k spent on her

Senator Sulyman Makanjuola Ajadi, an ex-Governorship candidate who contested for Kwara State Governorship seat under the Alliance for Democracy (AD), dragged his lover, Haleemat Temitope Abdulazeez, a student of Kwara State University (KWASU), for defrauding him to the tune of N750k.


TheNationalPilot reports that in the motion ex-parte dated 31st August 2017, which Salman Jawondo, counsel to the ex-Governorship candidate approached the court with “The plaintiff/applicant’s claim against the defendant is for recovery of debt and/or liquidated money demanded.”

South Africa’s ANC to force Zuma to resign

South Africa’s ruling African National Congress (ANC) said on Saturday it would work for close coordination between the party and the government, declining to comment on a report its executive planned to force Jacob Zuma to step down as president.

Chelsea target Edin Dzeko is still motivated to play for Roma – Eusebio Di Francesco

Roma coach Eusebio Di Francesco has insisted that Edin Dzeko still wants to give his all for the club despite rumours linking him to Chelsea.

The former Manchester City man has become one of the most potent strikers in Serie A since moving to the Giallorossi, smashing 39 goals in all competitions last year on his way to the Capocannoniere award.