by Oge Okonkwo A 43-year-old suspected kidnapper, Saturday Dewakei, has been arrested by Nigeria’s State Security Service (SSS), Abuja, for allegedly abducting and killing a 5-year-old boy. According to Ibrahim Halilu, assistant director in charge of the command’s operations, Dewakeia a native of Azegbane village of Ekeremor Local Government in Bayelsa and father of 10 children, reportedly kidnapped the... Read More
An Abeokuta Chief Magistrate’s Court, Ogun State, yesterday, remanded a 33-year-old man, Olasunkanmi Ikuomola, in prison custody for beating his girlfriend to a state of stupor. The accused, Ikuomola, of 28 Ori-Iyarin Agbeloba in Abeokuta, was arraigned on a two-count charge of attempted rape and assault, but no plea was taken. The Police Prosecutor, Inspector... Read More
A young Indian woman was beaten to death by members of her own family and her boyfriend beheaded in an horrific honour killing after they were lured back to their village thinking were going to be allowed to marry. Nidhi Barak, 20, a fine arts student, and Dharmender Barak, 23, who was studying at technical... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo Two brothers in Sokoto State have been arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for being in possession of illicit drugs. The officers of the NDLEA seized 59.5 Kilogrammes of Indian hemp from the brothers, aged 34 and 32, in Gandu area of Sokoto city. According to reports,... Read More
by Akintomiwa Agbaje The stage is now set for the epic dance battle that will showcase Nigeria’s best dancing families as the curtains fall on the Maltina Dance All (MDA) family dance television show season seven. The winning dance family will drive home a brand new car in addition to a cash prize of N6... Read More
A hungry baboon shows it’s a cheeky monkey by stealing vegetables from a woman carrying her shopping. The chacma baboon bides its time and waits to pounce on the oblivious shopper who is the victim of a daylight robbery. It patiently waits for people to leave the farmers’ market where fresh vegetables are on sale.... Read More
by Diana Jone Are You Attracted to Those Women?. Asking this no-no question will definitely trigger a series of conflicts. 1. Do I Look Fat/Chubby? Guys are simply irritated by this question! As a consequence, do yourself a favor and save yourself from conflicts by skipping this subject. Look from reassurance from other sources and stay... Read More
by Diana Jone Guys often use this strategy to mask their real emotions and convince you that everything is OK 1. He Repeatedly Likes and Shares Your Posts on Facebook Often men are afraid to talk about their feelings. In order to send a subtle message to their dear ones they use different tools. Social... Read More
Two Chinese nationals, Chen Gang and Zhao Weidong, who allegedly attempted to rape their 20-year-old cook, were, yesterday, charged before an Ebute Meta Magistrate’s Court in Lagos. Gang, 47, is facing a four-count charge bordering on attempted rape, sexual harassment and indecent assault, while Weidong, 31, is being tried for willful damage and attempt to... Read More
Iby Oge Okonkwo According to reports, armed men suspected to be members of Islamist sect , Boko Haram , on Wednesday night, allegedly attacked Buni Yadi, the headquarters of Gujba local government area in Yobe State. The gunmen were said to have stormed Buni Yadi town at about 9.00pm armed to the teeth, dressed in... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo The Ogun state police command yesterday said it has arrested a 22-year-old man, Imoleayo Adekoya, for allegedly raping a 12-year-old girl in Shagamu area of the state. In a statement made yesterday by the command’s Public Relations Officer, (PPRO), Muyiwa Adejobi, the crime was said to have been committed by the suspect who... Read More
by Isha Sharma Skipping sleep can affect your body’s ability to control its appetite. 1. Overeating healthy foods Healthy foods, such as nuts, avocados, whole wheat bread, olive oil, etc. aren’t void of calories. Eating them is a healthy practice, but you still need to watch how much you eat. For example, eating whole wheat... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo Annie Idibia threw a party for her husband 2face Idibia who was not in the country yesterday, September 18, to celebrate his birthday. The party was held at home with close friends in attendance including Annie Idibia’s manager, Naomi Adenuga who described the party saying: “The king is not on his throne but... Read More
by Barbara Clinebell It just needs to be an accomplishment that made you feel great at the time. 1. Form your own fan club Remember your greatest success in vivid detail. It doesn’t matter if it happened yesterday or in the distant past. It could be closing the biggest sale of your career or the... Read More
Archbishop of Niger Delta Province of Nigerian Anglican Communion, Most Rev. Ignatius Kattey, yesterday, accused the Nigeria Police of lying over their claim that they secured his release from the kidnappers who abducted him penultimate Friday. Briefing newsmen in Eleme, Rivers State, to share his nine days experience in the den of the kidnappers four days... Read More
by Is’haq Modibbo Kawu The same Jonathan signed an agreement in September 2002, which affirmed power rotation, but turned around to deny there was such an agreement, even with his signature boldly imprinted on paper! I think nPDP’s opportunistic demands came at least four years late! When all is said and done, Jonathan’s position... Read More
by Josef Omorotionmwan True, the nation’s President is regarded as the Number One Citizen but on issues of revenue and expenditure, he is everywhere in chains. The President cannot spend one kobo without legislative approval and authorisation. Last month, this column dealt exhaustively on the case of the screening of primary school teachers in Edo... Read More
by Ochereome Nnanna The recent events in Iran and Syria are pointers to the fact that the power of diplomacy must not be underestimated. It is only through skillful diplomacy that worst enemies become best friends, while people poised on the brink of annihilative war can sheath their swords and settle on friendly terms. The... Read More
The coordinating minister for the economy and minister of finance, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has said she is not planning to resign from her position. Okonjo-Iweala, who briefed journalists on the state of the economy, yesterday said she was not ready to be drawn into political issues as she has a job to do in managing... Read More
by Demola Rewaju Atiku would be a crown prince in PDP by now if he hadn’t contested against Yar’Adua on the ACN platform, or a crown prince in APC if he hadn’t decamped from ACN after the death of Yar’Adua. No matter what happens, family sticks together and shouldn’t be abandoned. In continuing the central... Read More
by Olusegun Adeniyi But I remain unconvinced that salvation is also a function of cultural suicide. For me, there is nothing that should preclude a traditional ruler from being a disciple of Christ as well as an authentic symbol of the culture of his people. This is the crux of a debate that is waiting... Read More
by Elnathan John The initial smile of success was quickly replaced with the kind of feeling you had when you first touched a girl and all the Bible verses about fornication came flooding to your head- a dizzy, filthy feeling. You walked into the room and felt a weight. Of deep, overwhelming sadness. Of shocking,... Read More
by Amanze Obi Their fury is fading. But the real regret is that it is happening too soon after the battle began. Perhaps Nigerians with a fighting spirit would have preferred a prolonged and sustained exercise rather than the easy defeat that the G.7 Governors have suffered. It is an unfortunate fall from Olympian heights... Read More
by Akan Ido Ex-BBA housemate, Karen Igho recently posted her photo on Instagram looking stunning in black dress and rocking a new hairstyle. She’s drew attention to her eyes with large dark glasses which gives her the boss-lady effect coupled with her trademark (pop-out) cleavage which seems to always struggle to make an appearance whatever... Read More
An Indian student says she was kidnapped, tortured and repeatedly raped by a canteen owner for 17 months after he drugged her food at college. The 20-year-old disappeared from her home in Hyderabad in April, 2012, and only managed to escape this month. News of the kidnap has sparked protests on the streets of Hyderabad and... Read More
by Mansi Kohli Over-eating will lead to issues liker perspiration and unwanted sweat. 1. Spicy food A spice overload can lead to excessive sulfur in your food intake, which will be eliminated through skin’s pores and breath. Ensure that you eat well-balanced meals that aren’t too heavy on garlic, onions or piping hot curries. 2. Red meat Red... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo An estranged 28-year-old housewife, Tosin Adekunle, on Wednesday dragged her husband to a customary court at Ado-Ekiti for a divorce, over allegations of battery, adultery, lack of affection and neglect of their two children. Mrs. Adekunle also accused her husband of failing in his conjugal duties, beating her to a point of... Read More
It would never have been used in a toothpaste commercial, but everyone’s favourite buck-toothed Brazilian, Ronaldinho, arguably had one of the most famous smiles in world football. However, that trademark grin looks to have been consigned to the past after the former World Cup winner decided to finally address his challenging dental situation. The 33-year-old,... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo An 18-year-old student is currently in police custody at the Criminal Investigation Department of Katsina State, for allegedly swindling his father’s friend, Dankafur (surname withheld) to the tune of N900,000. The teenager who is also a student with one of the tertiary institutions in Kastina reportedly collected the money on the pretext of... Read More
Public masturbators in Sweden now may be able to get off without charges. A recent court ruling in Sweden’s Södertörn District Court suggests that masturbating on the beach in Sweden is “OK,” according to public prosecutor Olof Vrethammar. Vrethammar was prosecuting a 65-year-old who was charged with sexual assault after getting literally caught with his... Read More