Yet-to-be Fulfilled Election Promises Stoking Tension in Nigeria, IMF Warns

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has cautioned that the perception of policy ineffectiveness and yet-to-be fulfilled election promises are stoking social tensions in Nigeria. This according to the fund could complicate policy implementation.

Court Vacates Order Freezing Patience Jonathan’s Account

Federal High Court in Lagos thursday vacated its order freezing the account of the former First Lady, Mrs. Patience Jonathan, containing $5,842,316.66 and domiciled with Skye Bank Plc.

Diezani ‘bribe’: Court to rule on beneficiary INEC official April 27

A Federal High Court in Lagos on Friday fixed judgment for April 27 in the trial of an INEC official, Christian Nwosu, who pleaded guilty to the charge of money laundering.

Davido risks spending 2 years in any Nigerian prison of his choice, for issuing a dud cheque

According to Sahara Reporters, the omo-baba-olowo singer allegedly issued a dud cheque to an auto dealer for the purpose of paying the sum of N7.4 million as a balance for a Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 he purchased. 

Publish your security votes - Dogara challenges governors

Yakubu Dogara, speaker of the house of representatives, has challenged governors to make public their security votes.

North Korea Hacking Nigerian Banks, Financial Institutions of 17 Other Countries

North Korea’s hacking operations are growing and getting bolder and increasingly targeting financial institutions worldwide.

90 % suicide cases traceable to depression

The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), on Friday in Lokoja said over 90 per cent of suicide cases reported in the country were traceable to depression.

"You Are A Motherf****r!" - James Rodriguez Blasts Real Madrid Boss Zidane

Real Madrid star, James Rodriguez has called Zinedine Zidane a ‘motherf****r’ in an explosive rant with Real Madrid coach during Wednesday’s 4-2 win over Leganes.

ThisDay floors former Army chief, Ihejirika, in N100 billion libel case

The Apo Division of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on Friday dismissed a N100billion libel suit instituted by a former Chief of Army Staff, Azubuike Ihejirika, against an Australian, Stephen Davies, Editor-in-Chief of Arise TV, Nduka Obaigbena and his firm, Leaders and Company Limited.

Zidane: I’m not sure I’ll be Real Madrid coach next season

Real Madrid manager, Zinedine Zidane, has said that he does not know if he will still be in charge of the club next season.

Trump strikes Syria after 'chemical' attack

President Donald Trump ordered a massive military strike on a Syrian air base on Thursday in retaliation for a "barbaric" chemical attack he blamed on President Bashar al-Assad.

FG Sets up Committee to Reconcile, Clear Pension Backlog

The Minister of Budget and Planning , Senator Udoma Udo Udoma, thursday said the federal government would constitute a special committee to reconcile conflicting figures on pensioners claims and evolve creative measures to raise funds towards resolving the huge pension liabilities to workers.

PDP Crisis Festers as Sheriff Storms Out of Jonathan’s Peace Parley

Hopes of a peaceful resolution to the drawn out leadership crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) continued to fester on Thursday, when the stakeholders’ peace parley convened by former President Goodluck Jonathan ended without a solution, with one of the parties in the dispute, Senator Ali Modu Sheriff, bolting out midway during the meeting.

Court rulings against corruption cases ‘worrying’ – Sagay

The chairman of the Presidential Advisory Committee Against Corruption, Itse Sagay, has described this week’s string of court decisions against the corruption cases prosecuted by the Nigerian government as “worrying.”

Large street protests in South Africa against Zuma

Thousands marched through major South African cities Friday demanding the resignation of President Jacob Zuma after his sacking of the popular finance minister fuelled widespread public anger.

Too much Facebook, Instagram, can make you depressed - NOUN VC

According to the Vice-Chancellor of the National Open University of Nigeria, Prof. Abdalla Adamu, high-level depression can be attributed to addiction to social media platforms.

Supreme Court sacks Nigerian lawmaker, orders him to refund all salaries, allowances collected

The Supreme Court has removed Sopuluchukwu Ezeonwuka of the PDP from representing Orumba North/South of Anambra Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives.

12 Things Nigerians Should Know About Buhari's Economic Recovery Plan

Nigeria's President, Muhammadu Buhari has on Wednesday launched the Nigeria Economic Recovery and Growth Plan (ERGP) (2017 to 2020) at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

Governor Fayose outshines Melaye, turns studio DJ

Dino Melaye, lawmaker representing Kogi west senatorial district, has been the talk of town ever since he released a video, where he danced and sang.

Michelle Obama Photographed With Natural Hair after Eight Years of Keeping It Straight

Michelle Obama might have been keeping a relatively low profile since leaving White House but her devoted legions of fans are still closely following her every move.

Diezani in fresh money laundering case

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday charged Diezani Allison-Madueke, former minister of petroleum resources, and three others with money laundering.

How to avoid Meningitis! All you should know about the epidemic spreading across the nation

About 336 Nigerians have died as a result of the recent outbreak of Cerebrospinal Meningitis, CSM, in some parts of the country. 

INEC: Voter Apathy, Threat to Nigeria’s Electoral Process

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said it will soon begin serious voter education across Ekiti State to avert the recurrence of voter apathy experienced in previous elections that has the capacity to undermine the electoral process.

In Explosive Meeting with NWC, APC Senators Insist on Magu’s Ouster

The meeting of the Senate caucus of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the National Working Committee (NWC) of the party on Tuesday was characterised by fireworks, as the senators without holding back, expressed their disappointment with the party’s leadership and the executive arm of government.

You took delight in flogging citizens: Okorocha to Ohakim

Governor Rochas Okorocha of Imo state, yesterday, alleged that his predecessor Governor Ikedi Ohakim, in his time as governor of the state, “took delight in flogging citizens.”

Governor Okorocha gives outgoing Imo CP N5m to fuel his car

Governor Rochas Okorocha, Tuesday, gave gifts, landed properties as well 5million naira for fueling of car to the outgoing Imo state commissioner of police, Mr Tiwo Lakanu.

Buhari to launch economic recovery plan on Wednesday

President Muhammadu Buhari will on Wednesday launch the Economic Recovery and Growth Plan 2017-2020.

One Big Happy Family! Funke Akindele, Her Husband And Step-Children Release New Pictures

Funke Akindele's husband, Producer/Musician, Abdul Rasheed Bello popularly known as JJC Skillz shared these lovely family photos with her and his three kids as he turns 40 years today.

Bag of rice to be sold at for N10, 000 in June – Rice farmers

Rice farmers under the auspices of Rice Farmers Association of Nigeria, RIFAN, has assured Nigerians that in June 2017 a 50 kilogramme of rice bag will sell at N10, 000.

La Liga to investigate Barcelona’s "extraordinary" 12-0 win

President of La Liga, Javier Tebas, on Monday confirmed that they will investigate Barcelona B’s 12-0 win over Eldense in a Segunda B fixture.

''Dino Melaye is indeed a true picture of Nigerian politics'' - Reuben Abati

Former Presidential Spokesperson, Reuben Abati has published an interesting opinion piece on Senator Dino Melaye and his many scandals.

South Africa’s top trade union tells Zuma to go

South Africa’s powerful trade union federation Cosatu, a key coalition partner of the ruling ANC, on Tuesday called for embattled President Jacob Zuma to resign following a deeply unpopular cabinet reshuffle.

Fayemi Plotting to Upstage Me via Judicial Coup, Fayose Cries out

Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Ayodele Fayose, has accused his predecessor and the Minister of Mines and Steel Development, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, of plotting to stage a comeback as the governor of the state via judicial coup.

$1.1bn Required for Meningitis Vaccines as Deaths Rise to 328

The five states are Zamfara, Sokoto, Kebbi, Katsina and Niger, while 16 other states have recorded at least one case each of the disease.
The acting Director General of the NPHCDA, Dr. Emmanuel Odu, said these yesterday while briefing the Senate Committee on Primary Healthcare and Communicable Diseases on efforts being made to contain the outbreak, where he added that each vaccine costs between $30 and $50.

"Jose Mourinho needs to buy five or six new players"

Former Manchester United defender, Gary Neville, has said Jose Mourinho must sign “five or six” new players before next season.

Tanker Drivers Call off Strike as FG Approves Upward Review of Bridging Cost

The Petroleum Tankers Drivers (PTD) section of the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has called off their decision to go on a nationwide strike which was supposed to start yesterday.

#BBNaija Is Now Politics! See Letter From Rivers State Government Canvassing Votes For Marvis

Judging from a letter head carrying the emblem and seal of the Rivers State Government, the powers that be in Rivers state are solidly campaigning and canvassing  people to vote Marvis in a bid to curry enough votes for her to win the Big Brother Naija Reality TV show. 

Saraki: No Row With Executive, Senate Ministerial Confirmation to Go Ahead

Senate President Bukola Saraki and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Yakubu Dogara, on Monday dismissed the widespread perception that the Senate was at loggerheads with the executive, insisting that the National Assembly’s relationship with the executive remained cordial.

Abuja Airport runway 75% completed – Hadi Sirika, Aviation Minister

The Minister of Aviation, Senator Hadi Sirika on Tuesday said the rehabilitation of the runway of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja has reached seventy-five percent completion.

Syria: suspected chemical attack kills dozens in Idlib province

A man receives treatment following the suspected chemical weapon attack in Khan Sheikhun
 in Idlib province, Syria. Photograph: Mohamed Al-Bakour/AFP/Getty Images

Dozens of people have been killed in a suspected chemical attack in northern Syria, aid workers and local activists have said, in one of the largest mass casualty incidents using a toxic gas in the six-year conflict.

VIDEO: 2017 UTME 8 keys, functions and how to use them

For those candidates writing the 2017 JAMB UTME, this video shows the eight keys to be used and their functions.

FG Seeks Arrest Warrant Against Adoke over Malabu Oil Deal

The federal government has approached a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja seeking guidance on whether to issue an arrest warrant against the immediate past Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mohammed Bello Adoke (SAN) over his alleged complicity in the $1.1 billion Malabu Oil and Gas transaction.

Onnoghen Promises to Address Infrastructure Needs of Lower Courts

The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Walter Onnoghen, on Monday promised to address issues of infrastructure and welfare hampering the smooth dispensation of justice at the lower courts across the country.

How 32 inmates died in Lagos prison – Controller

The Lagos State controller of prison, Mr Olumide Tinuoye, has attributed the death of 32 prison inmates who died in one year in a particular prison in the state to their inability to access funds for good medication.

Melania Trump’s new portrait divides public opinion

The White House on Monday released the official portrait of First Lady Melania Trump, with the photograph of the former model dividing public opinion.

Actress Mercy Johnson Sworn into Office as Special Adviser to Kogi State Governor on Entertainment

Award winning Nollywood actress, Mercy Johnson-Okojie who was appointed as the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello, on Entertainment, Arts and Culture was yesterday sworn into office. She was sworn in with 53 others.

Britain’s May begins Mideast trip focused on security, trade

British Prime Minister Theresa May landed in Amman on Monday for a three-day trip to Jordan and Saudi Arabia focused on security and post-Brexit trade efforts.

Senator’s son allegedly rapes 7-year-old girl to death

A 7-year-old girl has been reported dead after allegedly being raped through the anus by a 21-year-old son of a Senator in Taraba State.

Overall Best Student in WASSCE denied admission into university

A 19-year-old Pius Kyere has been denied admission into the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) Medical School, Ghana.

Again, police re-arraign Seun Egbegbe, four others for serial frauds

The police, for the third time, have re-arraigned a Nigerian film maker, Olajide Kazeem, better known as Seun Egbede, and his alleged accomplice, Oyekan Ayomide, for alleged serial frauds involving N39, 098,100, $90,000 and £12,550.