Wike appoints Yobo as aide

Former Super Eagles Captain, Joseph Yobo, has been appointed as the Senior Special Assistant on Sports Development to Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike.

Lionel Messi’s tax fraud trial begins

The trial of Lionel Messi over tax fraud charges opened in Barcelona on Tuesday in his absence, with the Argentina football star accused of defrauding Spain of more than €4m.

After winning a league and Cup double with Barcelona, the five-time World Player of the Year and his father are due to confront in court the accusations that have dogged him since June 2013.

The Nasrul-Lahi-L-Fatih Society warns traders against exploitation during Ramadan

The Deputy National Missioner of the Nasrul-Lahi-L-Fatih Society, Alhaji Abdulazeez Onike, has advised traders against unnecessary and unjust inflation of prices of foodstuffs during the Ramadan.

Adele buys LA mansion for $9.5million (photos)

Adele who is presently on tour has splashed $9.5million on an exclusive four-bedroom property located in a gated neighbourhood of LA County.  She is yet to move in because of work commitments but her neighbours include Cameron Diaz and Jennifer Lawrence.

The Federal Government of nigeria appeals to Nigerians to buy made-in-Nigeria products

Minister of Science and Technology, Ogbonnaya Onu, has appealed to Nigerians to buy made in Nigeria products. The Minister made the appeal while speaking at a News Agency of Nigeria NAN forum in Abuja yesterday May 30th.

Real Madrid win 11th Champions League title

Real Madrid have won their 11th European title after they defeated Atletico Madrid 5-4 on penalties.

Captain Sergio Ramos gave Madrid the lead in the 15th minute at the Sansiro to Stadium, Milan, Italy.

We didn’t ask you to sue Makarfi, ex-National Working Committee members tell Sheriff

Nine out of 12 members out of the defunct National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party have dissociated themselves from the suit filed by the former National Chairman of the party, Sen. Ali Modu Sheriff, against the party’s National Caretaker Chairman, Sen. Ahmed Makarfi.

They said that Sheriff didn’t seek their consent before filling the suit, adding that they remain committed to the actions taken at the party’s national convention in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

I’m still divorced, not a part of Christ Embassy —Oyakhilome’s ex-wife

Pastor Anita Ebhodaghe has refuted claims that she has reconciled with the General Overseer of Christ Embassy, Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, and returned to the church.

Ebhodaghe, in a statement by her solicitors, Attwaters Jameson Hill, on February 8, had confirmed the dissolution of the clergywoman’s marriage with Oyakhilome, wherein she announced that she would drop Oyahkilome from her name henceforth.

Donald Trump clinches Republican nomination

The US Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has reached the number of delegates needed to secure the party's presidential nomination, Associated Press reports.

Jose Mourinho shows off his Manchester United contract (photo)

The new Old Trafford coach posted the picture on his Instagram account this morning and captioned it ''Manchester United Football Club, Old Trafford, The Theatre Of Dreams''

Manchester United shares photo of José Mourinho holding the club's jersey as they confirm he's the new manager

Former Chelsea coach Jose Mourinho has officially been confirmed as the new Manchester United coach by the club this morning. He has signed a 3year deal worth £45m and is immediately tasked with winning the premier league. Announcing the appointment on Manutd.com, Manchester United Executive vice chairman Ed Woodward said:

We can’t fund every project in 2016 budget – Adeosun

Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun, says that the Federal government will not be able to fund all projects in the 2016 budget due to the dwindling economy. According to Adeosun, projects will be done according to importance. Adeosun stated this while appearing before members of the House of Representatives yesterday May 26th.

Lynxxx switches to gospel rap, says he is starting over

Lynxxx has released a new single, Serve You, where he sang about his former life, saying he wasn't close to God. He announced his new song on his IG page and wrote that he is starting over;

Senate summons Adeosun, Emefiele over dwindling economy

Members of the Senate have summoned the Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun and the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria CBN, Godwin Emefiele, over the dwindling economy of the country.

The heads of the financial sectors in Nigeria are to come before the house members to explain why Nigerian's economy is sliding downwards.

Ryan Giggs looking dapper ahead of coaching role under new Manchester United coach Jose Mourinho

Ryan Giggs was pictured visiting the Lowry Hotel in Manchester on Tuesday evening ahead of accepting a senior coaching role under Jose Mourinho at Manchester United.

Cristiano Ronaldo in injury scare ahead of champions league showdown

The talismanic attacker caused concern among players and staff of Real Madrid after he went down under a challenge and hurt his left leg after colliding with reserve goalkeeper Kiko Casilla while going for a ball crossed into the area near the end of the session. 

18 years after, Police officer who carried a young girl to safety, attends her college graduation (photos)

In June 1998, a retired Hartford, Connecticut Police officer named Peter Getz, carried a young girl to safety away from a building on fire. He rescued 'Josibek Aponte', who was already covered in ash at the time she was found, after the apartment building she and her uncle were living in erupted in flames while they were inside. The young girl was just 5-year-old then, wasn't breathing and didn't have a pulse when she was pulled out. 

The Kardashians reportedly offered $100 million movie deal

The Kardashians could be about to sign a $100 million for a movie of their own.

The Kardashian-Jenner family have been reportedly offered the mega-bucks deal from a ‘top Hollywood studio’, reports The Sun.

Edo approves appointment of new Oba

The Edo State Government has approved the appointment of the Edaiken N’Uselu, His Royal Highness, Prince Eheneden Erediauwa, as the new Oba of Benin.
It explained that the approval was in line with Section 19 (1) of the Traditional Rulers and Chiefs Law, 1979 (as amended), adding that the appointment takes effect from ‎April 29, 2016.

Its disappointing to be sacked – Van Gaal

Louis Van Gaal said he was “very disappointed” to be sacked just 48 hours after leading United to victory in the FA Cup final against Crystal Palace on Saturday.

But United had finished fifth in the Premier League and thereby missed out on a lucrative Champions League place, which proved the final straw for the club’s US-based owners.

Illegal detention: National Youth Council of Nigeria president seeks N200million in damages

President of the National Youth Council of Nigeria, Ikenga Ugochinyere is seeking N200 million in damages from the Department of State Services for illegal detention and torture.

He said this during his first media briefing after a month long detention in the custody of the security agency, in Abuja, on Tuesday.

Jose Mourinho set to fulfil Manchester United dream

Jose Mourinho was on the verge of fulfilling his dream of managing Manchester United on Tuesday after Louis van Gaal’s troubled two-year reign came to a bitter end.

The path was clear for the former Chelsea manager to be confirmed as the new United boss after Van Gaal was sacked Monday. That is the price of failing to get one of the world’s biggest clubs into the Champions League.

‘Tomato Ebola’ hits six states – Federal Government

The Federal Government on Tuesday said the pest, Tuta absoluta, popularly known as ‘Tomato Ebola’, which is responsible for the massive destruction of tomato in farmlands, had invaded six states in Nigeria.

It also disclosed that Nigeria spent about N80bn ($400m) annually importing tomato paste, adding that many of the imported products were substandard.

Federal Government seeks $166bn to fund energy, transport sectors

The Federal Government said on Monday that it would cost as much as $166bn in the next five years to provide infrastructure in energy and transport sectors of the economy.

It stated that the money could rise to $3.05tn in 30 years.

The Minister of Transportation, Mr. Rotimi Amaechi, gave the figures at the National Assembly in Abuja.

Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to get N8bn new head office.

The Federal Government will spend N7.912bn on a new head office for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission this year.

The sum is part of the N18.887bn allocated to the commission in the 2016 Appropriation Act recently signed into law by President Muhammadu Buhari.

Details of the budget are currently on the website of the Budget Office.

80% of Kaduna tomatoes ravaged by disease, says El-Rufai

The Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir el-Rufai on Monday said 80 per cent of the tomato produced in the state had been ravaged by pests and diseases.

Specifically, the governor declared a state of emergency in tomato production in the state, saying all hands must be on deck to combat various pests and diseases ravaging tomato.

Pope, imam embrace in historic Vatican meeting

Pope Francis embraced the grand imam of Cairo’s Al-Azhar Mosque at the Vatican on Monday in a historic encounter both sides hope will lead to greater understanding and dialogue between the two faiths.

The first Vatican meeting between the leader of the world’s Catholics and the highest authority in Sunni Islam marks the culmination of a significant improvement in relations between the two faiths since Francis took office in 2013.

Senator seeks amnesty for looters

The Chairman, Senate Committee on Gas, Senator Bassey Akpan, on Monday advocated special amnesty for owners of Nigeria’s stolen money, stashed in the various banks all over the World in order to generate enough forex to drive the nation’s economy.

Akpan, who stated this in his office while addressing journalists, explained that the country currently have hundreds of billions of dollars stashed in various banks abroad and the countries where they were kept, are using them to drive their own economy while Nigerians are suffering.

Read What Happens To Your Body When You Eat Garlic and Honey On an Empty Stomach For 7 Days.

Garlic is true gift from the nature and is one of the ingredients that is used in almost all kitchens around the world. This plant is amazing, besides it gives unique taste to the dishes it is incredibly powerful in treatment of various ailments.

In addition, raw garlic is amazing and powerful medicine.  One of the many medicinal properties of garlic is decrease high blood pressure and cholesterol, prevent coronary heart disease and heart attack. Also, it can stop the effects of atherosclerosis. 

Arsenal legend Robert Pires' 7-year-old son signs deal with Arsenal Academy

His father spent six years at the club and was part of an Arsenal side that lifted two premier league trophies including the famous invincibles. Now young Theo is looking to follow in those large footsteps. The 7-year-old signed a deal with Arsenal's famous Hale End academy and the proud dad couldn't hide his delight as he made the announcement on social media.

BREAKING: Manchester United sacks Van Gaal

Louis van Gaal has been sacked as manager of Manchester United, several British media outlets reported Monday, amid speculation he will be replaced by Jose Mourinho.

Both Van Gaal and leading employment lawyer Paul Gilroy were seen entering United’s Carrington training ground on Monday.

Photos: Celine Dion sheds tears at the Billboard Music Awards after her son surprises her with Icon Award

Music Legend, Celine Dion broke down in tears during her first televised singing performance since the death of her husband, after her eldest son René-Charles, made a surprise appearance on stage to present her with the Icon award during the 2016 Billboard Music Awards.

Okonjo-Iweala reacts to reports that a court ordered her & others to account for missing N30trn

Former Minister of Finance, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has reacted to reports that went round last week that a court asked her to account for N30 trillion. A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos last week ordered her and the Goodluck Jonathan led administration to account for N30 trillion missing or unaccounted for while they were in government. Okonjo-Iweala says she's not gotten any court order and that the report is politically motivated. Read her statement after the cut...

Celine Dion's late husband, René Angélil's leaves her in charge of estate worth over $70M

Legal documents have shown that Celine Dion's husband, René Angélil, who passed away from throat cancer in January, left her as the official administrator of his estate, along with 2 others.

Full list of the 2016 Billboard Music Awards nominees and winners

The 2016 Billboard Music Awards took place in Las Vegas Nevada yesterday and there were losers and huge winners at the ceremony. Check out the full list below:

Top Artist:

Adele - WINNER

Justin Bieber

Drake

Taylor Swift

The Weeknd

Tupac's Hummer sells for over $300K

A customised Hummer H1 belonging to Tupac Shakur has sold for $337,114, according to Boston-based RR Auction. The rapper bought the vehicle only three months before he died in 1996 and he personally customised it by equipping it with a 6.5-liter, turbo diesel V-8 engine with automatic transmission.

Sheriff group meets as police seal off Peoples Democratic Party Head Quaters

Heavily armed policemen have taken over the national headquarters of the Peoples Democratic Party in Abuja.

This step, which was noticed on Sunday, was said to have been carried out by the police to prevent the breakdown of law and order at the secretariat.

The Federal Government didn’t consult widely before fuel price hike – Bakare

The General Overseer of the Latter Rain Assembly, Pastor Tunde Bakare, says the Federal Government did not consult widely before increasing the price of fuel.

He also said the Save Nigeria Group was not against the economic arguments behind fuel subsidy removal in 2012.

Biya’s car breaks down at Cameroon National Day parade

A celebratory parade to mark Cameroon’s 44th National Day quickly turned into an embarrassing situation for President Paul Biya on Friday when his official car broke down.

Following a rendition of the national anthem, 83-year-old Biya, who was said to have made a grand entrance onto the ceremonial ground guarded by numerous fierce-looking presidential guards, was about to embark on a motorised review the troops when the incident occurred.

Buhari to spend N3.9bn on Aso Rock maintenance

President Muhammadu Buhari will spend N3.914bn on the maintenance of the Presidential Villa, Abuja this year.

This is apart from another N282.962m he has already set aside for the  General Maintenance Services of State House (Headquarters); and the N41.844m budgeted for General Maintenance Services of State House Operations (Vice President).

Buhari cancels two-day state visit to Lagos

President Muhammadu Buhari has called off his much publicised two-day state visit to Lagos.

The visit which would have seen the President inaugurating a number of projects would have started on Monday and ended on Tuesday.

The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Mr. Femi Adesina, confirmed the development to our correspondent on the telephone on Sunday.

Court orders Federal Government, Okonjo-Iweala to account for Nigeria’s ‘missing N30trillion’

The Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered a former Minister of Finance, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, and the Federal Government to “provide information on the spending of the alleged missing N30 trillion which represents some accruable income to the Federal Government during the last four years of the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan.”

The judgment was delivered last week by Hon Justice Ibrahim Buba following a Freedom of Information suit number FHC/L/CS/196/2015 brought by the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP).

Now is the time to invest in Nigeria — Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said there is no better time than now to invest in the Nigerian economy especially in the area of agriculture.

Atiku said this at the ground breaking ceremony of Rico Gado Nutrition Factory, in Abuja, on Saturday.

The former Vice President who has substantial interest in the agro-allied factory explained that while it remains true that the nation is currently facing economic challenges, it presents a big opportunity for investments.

Develop yourself or get sacked,Federal Government tells teachers

The Federal Government on Friday said it is currently working on a new regulation that will enable teachers to update their skills in relevant areas of teaching every two years.

The Minister of State for Education, Professor. Anthony Onwukah, disclosed this in Abuja while speaking during the annual conference of the Nigerian Academy of Education.

Nigeria faces recession as Gross Domestic Product shrinks

Nigeria’s economy risks falling into recession after it shrank in the first quarter of 2016 as outputs in the manufacturing, financial, real estate, oil and gas fell significantly.

The nation’s Gross Domestic Product, which measures the output of an economy, contracted by 0.36 per cent from a year earlier, the National Bureau of Statistics said in an emailed statement on Friday.

This compares with a Gross Domestic Product  growth rate of 2.11 per cent recorded in the last quarter of 2015.

We need forex to import petrol –Oil marketers

Oil marketers on Friday called on the Federal Government to assist in making foreign exchange available for the importation of petroleum products.

The marketers said they had been finding it difficult to access dollar from secondary sources to enable them to import the products.

Wizkid,Yemi Alade nominated for Best International Act Africa 2016 BET Awards(Full nominees list)

Nigeria’s Wizkid and Yemi Alade have both been nominated for the BET Award 2016 Best International Act..The awards airs on Tuesday, June 28th .

Other Best International Act: Africa nominees are AKA (South Africa), Black Coffee (South Africa), Cassper Nyovest (South Africa), Diamond Platnumz (Tanzania), Mzvee (Ghana), Serge Beynaud (Cote D’ivoire)…

The complete list of nominees below

Manny Pacquiao elected into Philippines senate

WBO world welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao, 37, who retired from boxing to join politics won big when he got elected into the Philippines' senate on Thursday. 

He was declared among 12 new members of the upper house of Congress by the Philippine's elections commission.

Fuel subsidy, heavy yoke that could not continue —Tinubu

The National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, has urged Nigerians not to lament the removal of fuel subsidy, which he described as a heavy yoke that the government could not allow to linger.

The former Governor of Lagos State said for almost three decades, the country had entertained distortions in the downstream oil sector by operating an opaque system susceptible to manipulations and structured in a way that allowed a few people to gain mightily from the system and feed fat on the misery and frustration of millions of Nigerians.

We are not forcing Azibaola to implicate Jonathan —Economic and Financial Crimes Commission

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has urged Justice Mojisola Olatoregun-Ishola of a Federal High Court in Lagos to dismiss a suit filed against it by a cousin of former President Goodluck Jonathan, Robert Azibaola.

Contrary to Azibaola’s claim in his suit, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission claimed that it was not detaining the ex-President’s cousin for the purpose of forcing him to implicate the former President.