The Metropolitan Police has said it is assessing information it has recently received in relation to the deaths of Princess Diana and Dodi Al Fayed. In a statement, the force said it was ‘scoping information’ in relation to the deaths and ‘assessing its relevance and credibility’. A Met Police spokesman said: ‘The assessment will be... Read More
Toni Braxton’s dress did the world a favor and slid right off while she was performing — exposing her voluptuous ass — and TMZ has the glorious moment. It went down during Toni’s concert this week in New Brunswick, NJ. In the middle of a song, Toni’s ensemble — which resembled a loin cloth dipped... Read More
RICHARD HARBUS/FOR NEW YORK DAILY NEWS Oluwole Olofin, a cab driver who was shot in the head 21 years ago during an argument with a patron, has succumbed to his injuries. Oluwole Olofin was at the wheel of his cab when he was murdered in 1992, but it took him 21 more years to die.... Read More
ELAINE THOMPSON/AP People walk past the main stage at the first day of Hempfest on Friday in Seattle. Thousands streamed into a Seattle waterfront park Friday for the opening of a three-day marijuana festival — an event that is part party, part protest and part victory celebration after the legalization of pot in Washington and... Read More
Nina Siakhali Moradi was disqualified after winning a post on the Qazvincity council — just because she was too pretty. This is the face that launched a thousand protests. A democratically-elected city council official in Iran has reportedly been barred from taking up office — just because men in power thought she was too beautiful... Read More
TIFF VIA YOUTUBE What ‘Fading Gigolo’ lacks in big budget CGI, it more than makes up for in sexy scenes featuring Sofia Vergara and Sharon Stone. There’s a lot of sex appeal on display in the new trailer for the upcoming comedy, “Fading Gigolo” — highlighted by a sensual ménage à troisbetween Sofia Vergara, Sharon Stone … and John Turturro. The... Read More
by Ndukwe Ugbuaja The kidnapping menace that nearly crippled activities in the state is now a thing of the past. That is why the state has remained the most peaceful state in the country today and has become a haven for prospective investors. By August 27, Abia State will be 22 years old having... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo It was a merry moment last Sunday at Sip Lounge on Adeola Odeku in VI as Remy Martin celebrated Gbemi, Toolz and Douglas of Beat FM. This celebration comes on the heel of the last Remy Martin Pace Setters VIP Party in celebration of Tiwa Savage’s Once Upon a Time album. The Remy... Read More
by Ndukwe Onuoha It is because of this fact that many ‘chieftains’ of the APC are actually former PDP members. Vocal opposition politicians… all have their roots in the PDP. It’s been a rather interesting few weeks in Nigeria, with the political space getting more than its fair share of publicity. For those who for... Read More
Deeply committed to his religion, Jayesh went to the local temple every morning to worship his gods and godesses. One day, he met Gospel for Asia pastor Nabhith as they were walking past one another through the village. It didn’t take long for Pastor Nabhith to share his love for Jesus with Jayesh. As he... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo Tragedy struck on the Abeokuta-Lagos Expressway on Friday when a multiple accident left six people dead and 21 others critically injured. The accident occurred around Osunpori Village, near Wasinmi in the Ewekoro Local Government Area of Ogun State. Reports of the accident were confirmed to journalists by the Unit Commander in charge... Read More
by ‘Jola Sotubo Earlier in the year it was reported that Vast, one half of Nigerian music duo Bracket, was undergoing treatment for cancer. This news left Nigerians fearful and earnestly praying for his recovery. Those prayers were answered. Vast responded well to treatment and even shot a video when his counterpart Smash visited him... Read More
Singer Chris Brown was ordered to perform 1,000 hours community service after his probation stemming from the 2009 assault on his then girlfriend Rihanna was restored, officials said. The 24-year-old R&B star’s probation was revoked last month after he was hit with misdemeanor charges following a minor traffic accident. Those charges were dismissed on Thursday... Read More
Catholic priests in the Aba Diocese of the church are locked in a renewed battle that can be described as a holy war, with a Rev. Fr. and his Bishop trading allegations of corruption. The war, which has been raging for some years now, has led to the suspension of some priests from the diocese and... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo Two fake doctors, Nwankwo Stephen and Gabriel Onyema, have been arrested by detectives from the Area E Command of the Lagos State Police Command at the Cares Hospital, situated at Unity Estate in Iba area of Lagos state. One of the suspects, Gabriel Onyema, who is also the owner of the hospital, claimed to be a newspaper vendor... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo A suspected Boko Haram member was arrested at the home of the son of late former Head of State, Sani Abacha, Mohammed, i Nasarawa state, by the Joint Task Force (JTF) in Kano. According to sources, the suspect is also a domestic aide of Abacha’s son and was trailed to the house... Read More
What: The Future Award Africa honourees reception dinner. Where: Heirs Holding, Ikoyi, Lagos. When: August 16, 2013. Photos by Hycinth Iyereosa
by Oge Okonkwo Nollywood actress, has been announced as a judge for one of UK’s largest ethnic beauty pageant, the Miss Black Africa UK competition, 2013. The event will hold at the Royal Regency, London, UK, on Saturday 5th October 2013. Ini will be judging alongside other international stars such as fashion designer Adebayo Jones, Charles Ven, Sporah Njau (Tanzania), Jenni Steele (Jamaica),... Read More
by Adeola Adelabu Where was ASUU when Governor Fashola successfully commercialized education in Lagos State University? Who rents out their Boys Quaters to students who are not connected enough to get accommodation in the Halls of residence at outrageous prices (even though it’s illegal)? Nigerians were once reputed to be the happiest people in the... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo The headless body of a 17-year-old girl, identified as Chioma Emeka Ikwuagwu was found in the bush, covered with palm leaves and her head which was separated entirely, was lying beside her body as her blood formed a pool on the leaves. Miss Ikwuagwu, was attacked and grusomely beheaded in Ukome, Ibeku, the home town... Read More
by Muyiwa Adetiba It is one thing to defend your turf. We all have to do that from time to time. But to use ethnicity and tribal sentiment as the core reason for attacking— or defending— every position is taking us out of the 21st century. If the stories around a ‘certain deportation’ leave an unpleasant... Read More
by Isi Esene MTN Project Fame contestants welcomed the duo of Chude Jideonwo and OloriSupergal for a master class in Social Media. The contestants had a full doze of lecture on social media and how it would affect their lives after the competition. You can watch the housemates listen intently to what these duo had... Read More
by Akan Ido Nollywood actress, Rita Dominic brought her A-game as usual to The Future Awards Africa honourees reception which took place yesterday at Heirs Holdings, Ikoyi, Lagos. The sexy actress wore a shimmering gold dress, a grey flowing skirt jazzed-up with a high slit and a high-heeled black shoe which completes her classy ensemble.... Read More
by Akan Ido The Future Awards Africa (TFAA) Honourees reception which took place yesterday at Heirs Holdings, Ikoyi, Lagos saw music sensation, Iyanya gracing the red carpet with beautiful Emma Nyra. Iyanya was his usual bubbly self and Emma Nyra can’t look more sexy in her monochrome outfit perfectly accentuating her stunning figure. The evening... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo A 27-year-old student, Chukwu Ramsey Onyekaozuru, was nabbed by the operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) as he attempted to smuggle 5.300kg of cannabis and 660 grammes of heroin to Rome, Italy. Mr. Onyekaozuru, who claimed to be a former Philosophy student at the Ebonyi State University, was caught during the outward screening... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo The Imo state police command, has arrested three suspected kidnappers of the wife of the traditional ruler of Nkwumeto autonomous community, Imo state, Eze Basil Nwokeke. The suspected kidnappers were caught while trying to negotiate ransom with the family of the monarch. This was made in a statement by the state police public relations... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo A motor accident involving some female members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) who took part in “Nigerian Women Rally for Peace and Empowerment” organised by the First Lady, Dame Patience Jonathan, was said to have occurred on Friday, at the Federal Captial Territory, Abuja, in which one person died and five... Read More
by Oge Okonkwo A disgruntled man, 48-year-old Gbenga Awoyode, asked the court to grant him a divorce as he narrated to the Alagbado Grade A Customary Court, his wife’s immoral ways. Mr. Awoyode, a night security guard at Yaba College of Technology, Lagos, told the court that his nightly duties gave his wife a good opportunity to engage in... Read More
As many sought to escape the violence that rang out on the streets of Cairo Friday, some risked life and limb to avoid gunfire. In photos and videos shared on social media, people are seen jumping and falling off a Cairo bridge. Sarah Carr, a journalist who is on the ground in Cairo, described the scene in a... Read More