Soldiers Storm Ibadan Community, Mark 49 Houses For Demolition

Residents of Mesiogo Estate in the Akobo area of Ibadan, Oyo State, say they are uncertain of their future in the area after their houses were marked for demolition by soldiers from the 2 Division of the Nigerian Army, Adekunle Fajuyi Cantonment.

According to the landlords, the soldiers informed them that the land on which the estate was located belonged to the military barracks. The residents said they were told to pay fine failing which the houses would be demolished.

Oritsefemi and wife Nabila release their pre-wedding photos

Singer Oritsefemi and his wife, Nabila have released pre-wedding photos for their white wedding slated for November 25th.

Auchi Polytechnic: Student dies a day after his final exam in auto crash (photos)

Barely a day after a Facebook post announcing that he’ll soon join the league of graduates, 24-year-old Auchi Polytechnic student identified on Facebook as Itz Rog Royal died in an auto crash a day after his final exam.

The deceased shared a picture of himself alongside his friends as they sign out of the school after their last papers before becoming a victim of the fatal accident.

I‘d sign a 10-year Chelsea contract – Alvaro Morata

Alvaro Morata says he would sign a 10-year contract at Chelsea after clarifying comments that he was unhappy with life in London.

Morata told Italian publication Gazzetta dello Sport that he would not be staying in London for long as the city was “too stressful”, ahead of the Blues Champions League clash with Roma.

Egypt extends detention of man held over rainbow flag

Egyptian state security prosecutors have extended the pre-trial detention of a young man arrested on charges of “promoting deviance” after fans waved rainbow flags at a rock concert last month.

Lawyer Hoda Nasrallah says on Monday that the hearing for her client, Ahmed Alaa, took place a day earlier. The case involves another young defendant, Sarah Hegazy, whose detention has already been extended until November 13.

Neymar set for Paris Saint Germain return against Anderlecht

Paris Saint Germain didn’t miss Neymar last Friday when they swept aside Nice with a 3-0 win as the world’s most expensive player served a one match suspension.

The Brazil striker will be fresh and raring to go when he returns to the first-team line-up against Belgian side Anderlecht in the Champions League on Tuesday.

Donald Trump campaign aide George Papadopoulos pleads guilty to lying about Russia links

A Trump campaign aide has pleaded guilty to lying to FBI investigators probing the campaign’s possible links to Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election, according to court documents unsealed Monday.

George Papadopoulos, a foreign policy advisor to the campaign early last year, entered the plea October 5, admitting he sought to hide contacts with a Moscow linked professor offering “dirt” on Donald Trump’s election rival Hillary Clinton.

‘Daddy Freeze is a modern day Martin Luther’ – Gbenga Aborowa

Nigerian Journalist Gbenga Aborowa, has taken to Instagram to celebrate controversial Cool FM OAP, Daddy Freeze who he said is a modern day Martin Luther.

Gbenga who gave a brief introduction of who Martin Luther is, wrote;

Hollywood turns against Kevin Spacey for coming out as gay amid teen sex assault claim

There has been serious backlash from Hollywood following Kevin Spacey's controversial apology after Anthony Rapp accused  him of making a pass at him when he was 14 years old.

Drama as goalkeeper gets red card for urinating during league game

Towards the end of the National League North match, attended by 533 spectators, Crocombe was given a red card by the referee. A supporter is also believed to have reported 24-year-old New Zealander Crocombe to police.

Real Madrid ‘must work harder’ after shock Girona defeat – Casemiro

Midfielder Casemiro conceded Real Madrid are experiencing a “difficult moment” and must work harder after they suffered a stunning 2-1 defeat to Girona on Sunday.

Goals from Cristhian Stuani and Portu in four second-half minutes overturned Isco’s opener as the hosts claimed a famous victory.

Romelu Lukaku untouchable in my Manchester United team – Jose Mourinho

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has hailed “untouchable” frontman Romelu Lukaku.

The striker made an electric start to life at Old Trafford as he scored seven times in seven Premier League outings, yet after failing to find the net in his last five matches, he has come in for some criticism.

Kenya’s President Kenyatta re-elected in disputed poll

Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta has been declared winner of a controversial re-run of the presidential election.

He won 98% of the vote with turnout at just under 39% – less than half that recorded in August’s vote, according to the election commission.

Police Arrest 200 Cows in Yola

The police in Adamawa have arrested 200 Cows for invading a farmland at Yolde-Pate in Yola South Local Government Area. Adamawa police spokesman, Othman Abubakar, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Yola that the incident occurred on Saturday.

“In collaboration with the district and village heads in the area and timely intervention of police and other vigilante members, the situation is now under control.” Abubakar said.

My Father was So Powerful That He Would Transform Into Lion, Elephant - Oba Aladejare Reveals

While speaking in an exclusive interview with Nigerian Tribune, Oba Emmanuel Adesanya Aladejare, Agunsoye II Obalufon Alayemore, who is the Alaaye of Efon Kingdom in Ekiti state, revealed that his late father was so powerful while he was alive and had so much spiritual powers that he could transform into a lion, elephant and many other animals.

 

When asked of the the influence of Apostle Joseph Ayo Babalola of the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) fame who did a lot for Efon, the monarch who however said his father later dropped all the magic, got baptised and was renamed Solomon, said;

TB Joshua Took Advantage of Me - Jim Iyke

Nigerian actor, Jim Iyke has finally opened up on what really happened when he rolled on the floor in Prophet TB Joshua's Synagogue Church of all Nations church. The video of the incident later went viral with many people alleging that the actor was possessed and had to be cleansed.

 

2018 FIFA World Cup Draw To Be Held On 1 December 2017 (See Details)

As the 2018 Russia FIFA World Cup builds up, Brainnews NG has drafted some briefs about the popular football game which begins on 14 June 2018.

The draw will be held on 1 December 2017 at the State Kremlin Palace in Moscow. The 32 teams will be drawn into eight groups of four.

For the draw, the teams will be allocated to four pots based on the FIFA World Rankings of October 2017.

Victor Anichebe Replaces DJ Cuppy With New White Chick (Photo)

After getting thrown out by his love, Nigerian soccer star, Victor Anichebe has finally started dating again.

After their unceremonious split, Cuppy had announced that they both agreed to stay off dating for 3months before going public about their new relationships. However, Anichebe has gone ahead with his life as he took to social media to share a photo of his cute white babe who spent the whole date tweeting about her latest catch.

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Another Nigerian Student Allegedly Commits Suicide After Spending 13 Years To Study A Course

It was reported yesterday here that a A 16-year old 100-level student of Microbiology at the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Mercy Afolaranmi allegedly committed suicide over poor grades. 

Now, it is been reported that another of university of Uyo, Etini Udoh allegedly committed suicide because one of his lecturers frustrated his graduation for 8 years.

President Buhari Appoints Boss Mustapha Secretary to the Government of the Federation

President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed Mr Boss Mustapha as the new Secretary to the Government of the Federation. This came after the president studyied the report of the panel headed by the Vice President, Prof Yemi Osinbajo, which investigated allegations against the suspended Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Mr Babachir David Lawal, and the Director General, National Intelligence Agency (NIA), Ambassador Ayo Oke.

Minister of Interior, Abdulrahman Dambazau directly told EFCC officer in charge of Maina’s case to destroy casefile

This is according to Sahara Reporters…

Wife of Former Gombe state governor, Danjuma Goje, dies at 55

The wife of former Governor of Gombe State now Senator, Danjuma Goje, has died. According to a statement released by her son, Ahmed Mohammed, the former first lady of Gombe State died in the United States of America after a long battle with an undisclosed illness.

ECOWAS court orders FG to pay N88bn civil war damages

The ECOWAS Court of Justice has awarded N88 billion damages against the Federal Government for its failure to clear landmines and remains of explosives after the 1966-1970 civil war in the South Eastern region. In a consent judgment delivered by Justice Chijioke Nwoke today, the court ordered the Federal Government to commence clearing and evacuation of the aftermath of the civil war within 45 days.

Diezani Allison-Madueke asks court to join her as defendant in Dele Belgore’s N500m fraud case

A former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Allison-Madueke, on Monday asked a Federal High Court in Lagos to issue an order, listing her as a party to a N500m fraud charge involving a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Dele Belgore.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission had charged Belgore together with a former Minister of National Planning, Prof. Abubakar Suleiman, on a five-count bordering on N500m fraud.

Cologne to pay Arsenal damages for Emirates Stadium incidents

Cologne have been ordered to pay a settlement to Arsenal over damage caused by their supporters during the Europa League tie at the Emirates Stadium last month.

UEFA opened disciplinary proceedings following the crowd trouble which overshadowed Arsenal’s 3-1 victory on September 14.