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Chelsea legend, Didier Drogba’s hopes of becoming the next president of the Ivory Coast Football Federation has been given a new lifeline after football’s governing body, FIFA on Friday August 28th requested the suspension of the Ivory coast Football federation’s election after the body disqualified the former Chelsea striker from …

The world woke up this morning to the devastating news of Hollywood star, Chadwick Boseman’s death.   Chadwick Boseman, a black actor best known for his star role in the movie, Black Panther, died aged 43 on Friday night August 28, after a four-year battle with colon cancer.   He …

Movie star, Macaulay Culkin, popularly known for playing the kid prankster and genius from “Home Alone” has celebrated his 40th birthday. Culkin took to his social media account to mark the day by reminding lovers of the childhood classic that he is no longer a kid neither is he a …

Tragedy struck at a busy Neighborhood in Lagos State after a Chopper crashed into a residential building at 16A Salvation Opebi Road, at Ikeja area of the State on Friday, 28th August. At least three persons were confirmed dead, 1 person seriously wounded as at the time of filing this …

  Hollywood star, Chadwick Boseman, best known for his star role in the movie, Black Panther, has died aged 43 after a four-year battle with colon cancer.   He passed away on Friday at his Los Angeles home with his wife, Taylor Simone, and other family members by his side. …

Akwa Ibom NUJ boycotts Femi Fani-Kayode’s press conference

Aggrieved Northern lawyers pull out from NBA over El-Rufai; form a new body

Muslim woman is cursed for opposing the death sentence on Kano singer

See the weird look Melania Trump gives after Trump’s daughter, Ivanka walks past her

BBnaija: ‘It’s risky to love a guy like me’ – Kiddwaya warns Erica

Lady who waited seven years for a child dies hours after welcoming a set of quadruplets

Girl found floating in the middle of the sea on inflatable unicorn is rescued

Wedding invitation of President Buhari’s daughter, Hanan, 22, to Turad Sha’aban is released

Approach National Assembly for redress- Vice President Yemi Osinbajo tells clergymen against CAMA

296 new cases of COVID-19 recorded in Nigeria

Socialite, Cubana Chief Priest has been accused by one of his female workers of assaulting her at Cubana nightclub in Owerri which he manages.   According to @Rukkyjib, the incident occurred on Saturday August 23. She alleged that Cubana Chief Priest punched her in the face and was stopped from attacking …

Edo-based clergyman, Apostle Johnson Suleman, has vowed to resist the Company and Allied Matters Acts (CAMA) recently signed into law by President Muhammadu Buhari. The law permits the registrar-general of Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and a supervising minister to strictly supervise religious bodies and charity organizations. The law also gives the commission power …

R. Kelly has allegedly been attacked by another inmate inside Chicago prison. According to TMZ,  the incident recently went down inside the Metropolitan Correctional Center in Chicago, where he is being held after pleading not guilty to dozens of state and federal sex crime charges in Illinois, Minnesota, and New York. …

A man was reportedly found dead on Thursday morning, August 27, after he was swept away by heavy flood in Abuja.   The moment the man drowned was caught on video. In the tragic video, the man is seen wading through the brownish flood water that extended above his waist. He …

Governor Abdullahi Ganduje has finally commented on the death sentence handed to Kano singer, Aminu Yahaya Sharif for blasphemy.   Ganduje promised to sign the execution order of death sentence on blasphemy offenders against Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as soon as the Supreme court grants the permission during a stakeholder meeting with religious clerics, …

Brad Pitt, 56, was spotted arriving in Paris this week with a woman reported to be his new girlfriend, 27-year-old German model Nicole Poturalski.   The actor, 56, and the cover star, 27, stepped out of a private jet Wednesday, August 26, as they flew from LAX to Charles de Gaulle …

According to a report by The PUNCH, 4 PhD holders, 200 master’s degree holders have applied for the Federal Government’s unskilled job offer targeting 774,000 Nigerians under the Special Public Works programme overseen by the Minister of State for Employment, Labour and Productivity, Mr Festus Keyamo (SAN). Under this programme, …

Chelsea legend, Didier Drogba, has been disqualified from contesting in the upcoming elections to be the next president of the Ivory Coast Football Federation (FIF). Drogba alongside Paul Koffi Kouadio, Diabate and Yacine Idriss Diallo submitted their papers and CV to stand in the polls earlier this month but FIF’s …

The Federal Government has announced a new date for the resumption of international flights in the country. Recall that the Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika had announced that the date for resumption of International flights was Saturday, August 29. Meanwhile, the Director-General of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority NCAA, Musa …

”E no go better for any human way no want good for me including your idol” Teebillz writes as he shares photo of himself and his lover

Akinwunmi Adesina re-elected as AFDB president

Like Jesus Christ, I’m tempted to back out of Biafra struggle- IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu

Electricity: President Buhari ends estimated billing, directs nationwide mass metering

Cop who shot Jacob Blake in the back is identified as more details from the case are released

Poor Nigerians won’t be affected by tariff increase – NERC

“I will be dead without her” Tee Billz says as he shares loved-up photos with his woman

Cut off pen*s of rapists – Halima Abubakar suggests

Mom killed, her baby injured as police chase suspected ‘Yahoo boy’ in Benin

221 new COVID-19 cases recorded in Nigeria

A Pastor of the The Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Revival Church, Nduka Anyanwu has pleaded guilty to defiling and impregnating two underage sisters.   This came after Police Prosecutor ASP Roman Unuigbe told the court that the defendant committed the offences sometime in June, in Oshodi area of Lagos. Unuigbe also disclosed that the randy Pastor impregnated the two …

Owners of luxury buses have been stopped from operating in Kano state following an ex parte motion granted by a chief magistrate court at Gidan Murtala area of Kano.   The ex parte motion was filed by Mutawakkil Muhammad, principal counsel of the state ministry of justice and secretary/legal adviser of Kano …

Actress, Halima Abubakar, is of the opinion that 40% of married men in Nigeria are bisexual.   The actress on Tuesday, August 25, shared a cryptic post that implied that most men who cheat are closeted gays. She wrote “Don’t blame people who jump from one girl to another. Some …

A crowd gathered in the Idumota area of Lagos Island on Wednesday, August 26, after a man was seen dozing near the base of the pedestrian bridge.   The incident occurred at about 10.30 am.   According to Vanguard, eyewitnesses claim the man, clad in shirt and a pair of …

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC today August 26, release internet celebrity, Ismaila Mustapha alias Mompha, about two weeks after he was re-arrested by the anti-graft agency in Lagos.   LIB had earlier reported that Mompha was re-arrested on Friday, August 14 when he went to the EFCC office in Ikoyi, Lagos to …

Happy Beta Lens whom recently have been all over the social media for one publicity stunt or the other, yet again shares cute photos and videos of Herself dancing in the middle of the sea while on vacation. Could this be a dawn of a new beginning for the blogger …

A Nigerian-born Canadian, Kaycee Madu, has been become the first black justice minister and solicitor general of Alberta, a province in Canada. Making the announcement on Tuesday, Premier Jason Kenney said: “Madu is a man who has experienced racial prejudice firsthand and can bring that sensitivity to this important role. …

Eyo Charles, the DailyTrust correspondent who had a bitter encounter with a former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, in Calabar, Cross River State, at a press conference has narrated his own side of the story. A video being circulated captured Fani-Kayode abruptly leaving the briefing after a verbal attack on …

Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos became the world’s first person ever to hit a net worth of $200 billion on Wednesday, as the tech giant’s stock continued a steady climb that kicked off in mid-March, as the coronavirus pandemic hit the U.S. By midday Wednesday, Amazon’s share price had climbed 2.3% …

BBNaija: “You guys are doing an amazing job” – Nengi’s brother, James Hampson Applauds Her Fans And Supporters

Beyonce, Jay-Z and their kids hang out with Twitter CEO, Jack Dorsey on a yacht in The Hamptons

Actress Pat Ugwu strips to her underwear as she twerks for her followers

Update: FFK ‘withdraws’ the word ”stupid” which he used while lashing out at a journalist in Calabar

19-year-old boy allegedly shot by policeman for impregnating a 17-year-old girl in Rivers state

Ruth Kadiri-Ezerika releases new photos of her daughter to mark her first birthday

‘Femi Fani-Kayode sent his aide to threaten me and also promised to get me sacked’ – Journalist, Eyo Charles shares his own side of the story

Cardi B shares naked photo of US First Lady after political correspondent DeAnna Lorraine said “America needs more women like Melania Trump and less like Cardi B”

252 new cases of Coronavirus recorded in Nigeria

The parents of a Nigerian student who went missing in Ukraine after being invited to a party on a yacht have issued a plea for help in getting information about their son’s whereabouts.   Nigerian citizen, Obari-Mark Caleb, born in 1999, is a recent graduate of Sumy State Agrarian University. …

News publishing platform, Daily Trust, has released an official statement reacting to the viral video of former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, lashing out at one of its reporters, Eyo Charles.   A video of FFK lashing out at Mr Charles during his tour in Calabar, Cross River state surfaced online …

Femi Fani Kayode, has reacted to the statement released by the Nigerian Union of Journalists. NUJ, condemning him for his clash with a Daily Trust reporter, Eyo Charles, in Calabar, Cross River state on August 20.   The NUJ in its statement released by its National Presidnet, Chirs Isiguzo, condemned FFK for …

Reports revealed that discussions between West African mediators and Mali’s military junta ended in disagreement as there was no decision taken on the make-up of a transitional government. Recall that former president of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan led a delegation dispatched by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) which arrived …

A Ugandan mum living in extreme poverty in Scotland has been found dead next to her malnourished baby in a Glasgow flat. Mercy Baguma, a refugee from Uganda, was found dead by police on Saturday, August 22 after friends raised the alarm when she had not been seen or heard …

The remains of the popular Nigerian music executive and veteran artist manager, Bayo Odusami popularly known as Howie-T, will be laid to rest on Friday, August 29.   According to his obituary, a tribute night will be held in his honor on Wednesday, August 26 via zoom. On Friday, a church service …

Barcelona legend Lionel Messi has submitted a request to leave the club. The Argentina international, 33, sent a fax to the club on Tuesday saying he wishes to exercise a clause in his contract, allowing him to leave for free with immediate effect. Barca were beaten 8-2 by Bayern Munich …

A female engineer, identified as Zamanzini Philisiwe Zungu  is garnering public attention as she is building her house by herself, without any external aid in South Africa. The young woman is a Building and Construction Engineer, who decided to expand the structure of her house. She has indeed proven that there is …

Nollywood actor, Zubby Michael has gifted his personal assistant a plot of land.   The actor took to Instagram to share a photo of himself presenting documents of the land to his PA and then wrote: ‘Just gave my P A a plot of land @syratouchmetu enjoy.’ View this post on Instagram …

The Federal government has appointed Channels TV boss, John Momoh, as the acting chairman of the UNILAG Governing Council.   The appointment was contained in a letter dated August 21, 2020 and signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Education, Sonny Echono. The letter titled, ‘Emergency Meeting of the …

Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, recently took a tour of some South-South and southeast states and as part of his activities, had media briefings with some of the journalists in the state.   However, at the press conference in Calabar, Cross Rivers state, a journalist asked him if he …

Former Big Brother Naija housemates, Venita Akpofure and Jackye Madu took to Instagram to flaunt their bikini bodies while posing together in a swimming pool.   See full photos below.  

Two children were hit by a stray bullet in Cape Town, South Africa as illegal residents clashed with policemen.   The incident which happened on Monday August 24, according to reports by AFP, led to one child’s death while another one was injured as illegal residents fired at police seeking …

Zimbabwe’s most wanted armed robber, Musa Taj Abdul has been arrested after 20 years of terror.   The suspect has been on the run for over two decades and was arrested while in the company of six other accomplices in the border town of Beitbridge on Monday night.   Abdul who has been on …

Nigerians have reacted to a viral video showing a woman’s long hair enmeshed in the tyre of the motor bike (okada) she was riding.   In the video the lady who was clearly in agony, could be seen trying to entangle her hair from the bike as people watched.     …

Nigerian music star, 2Face has shown off his massive farm land in Benue state which has been named “Innobia Farms”.   Sharing a video of the farm land, the singer described it as the beginning of another chapter and also revealed that his crops are growing nicely.   2Face wrote; …

Terry Waya is the father of Kiddwaya, one of the housemates in the Big Brother Naija lockdown competition. The 55-year-old businessman from Benue state is well known for his flamboyant lifestyle and high taste for the fine things of life.   Continue to see some of his luxury watches.  

The unarmed black father who was shot multiple times by a white police officer in front of his children in Wisconsin, has been left paralyzed from the waist down after the shooting.   The shooting occurred at around 5pm on Sunday, August 23 in the city of Kenosha after Wisconsin …

Nigerian superstar singer, Davido has narrated how he was subjected to racism while incollege in Alabama, United States. In an interview with Recording Academy, organisers of the Grammy Awards, the singer said he was mocked for being black in the college filled with whites. Davido who added that this occurred when he was just 15-years-old, …

Nollywood actress, Dayo Amusa has taken to her Instagram page to advise men in relationships to constantly shower their girlfriends with money. The actress who isn’t okay with men asking her questions and not giving her money, decided to address the issue. According to Dayo, these type of men need to learn the habit …

Neymar Left In Tears After Losing The Champions League Final To Bayern Munich

Lagos state Commissioner for Health, Akin Abayomi tests positive for Coronavirus

NDLEA considers compulsory drug testing for ladies before marriage

White police officer in Wisconsin shoots unarmed black father in the back seven times in front of his children as he tried to enter a car

Joe Biden says he would shut down US economy to stop spread of COVID-19 if elected

Oshiomhole works for me, he is not my godfather – Ize-Iyamu

IPOB killed two of our operatives in Enugu – DSS

Suspected Ibadan serial killer, Sunday Shodipe narrates how he escaped from police custody

North Korean leader, Kim Jong-Un allegedly in a coma as his sister Kim Yo-jong is set to take over

322 new cases of Coronavirus recorded in the Nigeria

Bayern Munich have won the UEFA champions league.   The German champions beat PSG 1-0 on Sunday night, August 23 to crown a superb season that has seen them excel in all competitions they have played.   PSG who fought superbly throughout the contest lost the match after Bayern player …

Ibadan suspected serial killer has been re-arrested (photo)

The police in Oyo state have arrested a trader identified as Emmanuel Egbu, for allegedly eating human feces with bread in his shop in the Sango area of Ibadan, the state capital, on Saturday, August 22.   Egbu who trades in cosmetics and Brazilian hair, was said to have been caught eating …

Suspected herdsmen have chopped off the hand of a farmer in Ikoyi-Ile in Orire local government area of Oyo State.   The Secretary of Idera Agbe Farmers Association in the council, Chief Joseph Oyekola, who confirmed this to The Nation, said the herdsmen terrorizing the area have also raped two women. …

Praise has been evicted from the Big Brother Naija lockdown house. He was evicted today August 23.   Praise. Vee, TrikyTee and Wathoni were the four housemates with the least votes last week.   On his relationship with evicted housemate, Ka3na, he said they had an understanding of what they …

MotoGP rider Maverick Vinales had to instinctively jump from his bike when he noticed his brakes had failed him during the Styrian GP this afternoon, Sunday 23rd. The 25-year-old Spaniard had the impressive presence of mind to jump off his Yamaha when it was travelling at 125mph before the braking …

Football star, Neymar, was left in tears after his club side Paris st Germain, suffered a 1-0 Champions League final loss to Bayern Munich in Lisbon on Sunday night, August 23.   At the end of the match, Neymar, 28 had to be consoled in the dugout by PSG sporting …

Amidst coronavirus pandemic, controversial man of God, Bishop David Oyedepo threw a party for his daughter, Joys wedding ceremony today, 22nd of August. Joys who is the last child and second daughter of the bishop got married to her heartthrob, Abimbola Abodunrin at the headquarters of winners chapel in Sango …

A Nigerian man has narrated how he was brought back to life while being taken to the mortuary following an accident he got into. According to Jude Uchechukwu, the accident occurred few weeks after he lost his job. He added that he woke up after some days in Jos University Teaching …

On Sunday 23rd August, members of the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB) and security agents clashed at Emene area of Enugu state. The Department of State Services (DSS) has reacted to the tragic clash with the proscribed group that left many injured and killed, including DSS operatives. Public Relations Officer, Peter …

Big Brother Naija, BBNaija housemate Vee has finally spoken on her fight with Neo on Saturday. The lovers in BBNaija lockdown house on Saturday had an argument over food. This led to Vee and Neo avoiding each other at the Saturday night party. When approached about the situation, Vee told Prince that she …

Nigerian singer Rema has been rewarded by American video streaming platform, YouTube after his song, “Beamer” hit 10 million views. Beamer was released few months ago and has now accumulated over 10 million views on the streaming platform. Sequel to this, YouTube sent Rema a box of several musical gifts. Showing off …

A week ago, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde took to her instagram account to disclose her Covid-19 status and has now recovered from the illness after being treated by doctors of the No1. Infectious disease. The Nollywood star made this revelation on the popular filmmakers’ WhatsApp group, Filmic, while responding to the discussion on how …

The Police in Ogun State have arrested a 16-year-old boy identified as Adeniyi Muhammed for allegedly stealing 14 used female panties. The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Abimbola Oyeyemi, said the suspect was arrested following a report by one of his victims, Amudalat Opaleye, on Kano Street, Ayetoro. …

Hushpuppi’s alleged girlfriend, Amirah Dyme has taken to her social media account to reveal her new boyfriend. There were speculations that the Instagram model was the socialite’s girlfriend and they met in Dubai. Recall that Ramon Olorunwa Abbass aka Hushpuppi was arrested in Dubai for money laundering and internet fraud. The alleged fraudster has since been …

Police officers in Anambra state have arrested a woman who killed her newborn son by throwing him into a pit toilet.   Franca Udokwu, 30, from Obuba Obofia Nkpor Community in Idemili North LGA of Anambra State, was arrested on August 22 by police operatives attached to Ogidi Division following a tip-off. …

A video making the rounds on social media shows the moment some newly recruited soldiers vowed to deal with any civilian who steps on their toes.   In the video, the new recruits are seen warning civilians of what will happen if they err.   One of the new recruits was …

Actor, Uti Nwachukwu, has apologized and deleted his unflattering tweet about BBNaija lockdown housemate, Laycon.   Uti posted the unflattering tweet while analyzing the love triangle between the housemates Laycon, Erica and Kiddwaya.     Following the backlash he received, Uti took to Twitter to apologize and also deleted the tweet. …