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by Oge Okonkwo The official countdown has begun to the launch and release of a new album from urban gospel recording artiste and music minister, Obiora Obiwon, his first full set in four years. Obiora Obiwon reflects,  “This particular body work has really taken four years and more to make. Apart from the physical recording,... Read More
by Alkasim Abdulkadir For a known fact the control and maintenance of oilfield infrastructure in Ogoniland has been and remains inadequate: the Shell Petroleum Development Company’s own procedures have not been applied, creating public health and safety issues. As you read this lawyers and arbitrators on both sides of Shell PLC and the lawyers representing 15,000... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo Governor Jonah Jang of Plateau State, yesterday dissolved the 17-man strong Caretaker Committee of the local government councils in the state. The development was disclosed yesterday by the  Commissioner for Information and Communication, Pastor Yiljap Abraham, at a press briefing. Abraham reportedly said that the move was “part of measures towards ensuring... Read More
I was skeptical about the fingerprint-scanning technology that Apple put in its just-announced high-end iPhone 5S. Called TouchID, the feature lets you unlock your phone with your fingertip — no more typing in a passcode. I initially imagined Touch ID, which was announced along with the cheaper, plastic iPhone 5C on Tuesday, would be an unreliable gimmick — something like... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo The Adamawa Police Command said that two policemen attached to their command were killed in an attack by gunmen at a police station in Lala, Gombi Local Government Area of the state. The news was told to newsmen in Yola by Command’s Public Relations Officer, Mohammed Ibrahim, saying that the gunmen attacked the station at... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo A 30-year-old man, Adejuwon Adeyemi, who resides at  at No.10, Walter-Endem St., Abule-Egba, Lagos, is facing a two-count charge, at the Ebute Meta Chief Magistrates’ Court for an alleged sexual assault on a three-year-old girl. According to the prosecutor, Richard Odigie, the accused was said to have told the toddler to come into his room  to... Read More
Linda Leann Wallace, 53, has been sentenced to 16 years in a Texas prison for the relationship with her student A 53-year-old teacher and mother who had a sexual relationship with a female student lasting four years has been jailed for 16 years. Linda Leann Wallace, of Texas, was given the lengthy sentence despite her... Read More
A pregnant 16-year-old girl and her 17-year-old boyfriend have been arrested after police discovered a woman lying, bleeding from a gunshot wound to the head, in front of her North Carolina home. Daniel Rhoney and Elizabeth Paige Fowler have been charged with attempted murder in the shooting of Rhoney’s mother, Sherri Rhoney, and are being... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo   Two officials of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) were yesterday spirited away by officials of the Independent Corrupt Practices & Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) after a visit to the FAAN headquarters. The men of the ICPC  allegedly arrested the FAAN Director of Administration, Ikechi Uko, and  also the... Read More
by Dimeji Alara Former fashion editor of ELLE South Africa, currently weekly columnist of Grazia South Africa and freelance stylist, Asanda Sizani talks exclusively to Dimeji Alara about her personal style, what makes a great stylist, racism in fashion, why she’s looking forward to visiting Lagos for the first time for the Lagos Fashion and Design Week and more.... Read More
by Daily Mirror Skipping breakfast may also make you fatter 1. Washing tablets down with the wrong drink Why it’s bad: Taking tablets with grapefruit juice can increase the potency of some medicines, causing unpredictable side effects. Alcohol can heighten the effects of sleeping tablets and cause stomach bleeding in people who take anti-inflammatory drugs or aspirin. Simple solution: Consultant pharmacist Nargis... Read More
by Tutu Akinlabi   The news of a proposed ban on sale of drugs in open markets to be enforced from next year has not gone down well with traders in Onitsha, Anambra State. The traders took to the streets of the bustling town yesterday to protest the proposed ban.  According to reports, a crowd... Read More
by Goodness Ezinnaya “Think Big! All the Future Award Africa nominees and award-winning individuals; “them get two heads?” Fireworks. Smiles. Laughter. Calls. Pings. Happy New Year!.. I’m guessing that’s how the year began for you? What started as a beacon of hope, an opportunity for a new beginning, is gradually winding down to a halt. Many... Read More
A mother who lost both her arms from an electric shock as a toddler has found a love of bodybuilding. Barbie Thomas, 37, has been competing against able bodied women in bodybuilding for over a decade after a youth crammed full of dance, soccer and swimming competitions. The mother of two says there is little... Read More
by Adeola Balogun A clash of suspected cultists in Lagos State has left at least four persons dead and several others injured. The clash, which allegedly involved rival cults, occurred on Tuesday night, in the Somolu and Ketu areas of the state. It was gathered that suspected members of the Eiye confraternity attacked a man,... Read More
by Vladimir Putin The potential strike by the United States against Syria, despite strong opposition from many countries and major political and religious leaders, including the Pope, will result in more innocent victims and escalation, potentially spreading the conflict far beyond Syria’s borders. Recent events surrounding Syria have prompted me to speak directly to the... Read More
by Frank NduNdibe It is heartwarming that Ohaneze Ndigbo, as the great guardian of Igbo interests and values, not only criticised the desperation to hand over Enugu Disco to a grossly ill-prepared company but courageously asked that the reserve bidder, namely, Eastern Electric, be called upon to make the payment immediately.  With the exception of... Read More
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