5,000 ghost workers uncovered in Zamfara, three ‘culpable’ directors suspended

Three directors and five officials of Zamfara state ministry of finance have been suspended over an alleged appointment racketeering. 

Indian students allegedly deported from Canada for allegedly using fake IELTS test results to secure admission

A video which has gone viral on social media, captured moment a large number of Indian students allegedly deported from Canada were waiting for the flight back home at Pearson International Airport. 

'Stop rejecting gunshot victims' - Lagos State warns hospitals

The Lagos State Government has strongly appealed to all health care providers, including public and private health facilities operating in the State to stop the trend of rejecting gunshot victims and other trauma patients on the excuse of requiring a police report or the need to provide evidence of funds before commencing treatment.  

Barcelona midfielder Arturo Vidal 'sues the club over claims they owe him £2million in unpaid bonuses'

Barcelona midfielder Arturo Vidal has sued his own club over claims they owe him £2million in bonuses from last season.

Kwara State government takes over land belonging to ex-Senate President, Bukola Saraki's late father

The Kwara State Government has taken over a piece of land owned by the Saraki Family in Ilorin saying it will be used for a new secretariat for civil servants.

Governor Ganduje bans men and women from boarding same tricycle in Kano

Governor Abdullahi Ganduje on Wednesday December 25, placed a ban on men and women boarding same tricycle in Kano State.

Omoyele Sowore nominated for United States 'Prisoner of Conscience' honour

Omoyele Sowore has been nominated to receive the Prisoner of Conscience honour from the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission of the United States House of Representatives.    

Newly married 26-year-old woman arrested while trying to cash $1m from 77-year-old husband's account

An Israeli woman who tried cashing almost $1 million in checks from her 77-year-old husband's account, has been arrested. 

Aftermath of Burkina Faso deadly attacks: France announces military troops deployment to Burkina Faso

Following the deadly terrorist attacks that happened in Burkina Faso, killing 35 civilians, almost all of them women, on Christmas eve, the French government has announced it'll be deploying it's military to the African nation.

“If you study the Bible from Genesis to Revelation, there is no word like Christmas, Jesus could have been born in April' - MFM Pastor, Olukoya

General Overseer, Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM), Dr Daniel Olukoya, says his church does not celebrate Christmas because it is unbiblical.

Nobody should pay N50 charges on POS transactions - Central Bank Of Nigeria

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has clarified the issue of payments of N50 charges by merchants who use Point of Sale (POS) machines for cashless transactions, insisting that nobody should pay extra on goods and services.  

Actress Emilia Clarke reveals she no longer take selfies with fans and here is her reason

English actress, Emilia Clarke has revealed she no longer takes selfies with fans after one of them insisted she take a photo with him during a panic attack.

Sierra Leone grants Idris Elba and his wife honorary citizenship

Idris Elba and his Canadian wife Sabrina Dhowre have been granted honorary Sierra Leone citizenship and a diplomatic passport.

How Ajimobi awarded dubious contracts and padded the state budget – Governor Seyi Makinde

Governor Oluseyi Makinde of Oyo State on December 21, 2019 painted a picture of the alleged corrupt practices that characterised the administration of his predecessor, Senator Abiola Ajimobi of the All Progressive Congress, APC, in the management of the affairs of the state.  

Two FUTO students who were detained in a Bosnia camp after a tennis tournament in Croatia return to Nigeria

Two students of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), who were detained in Bosnian refugee camp, have returned safely to Nigeria.  

Everton announces Carlo Ancelotti as new manager

English Premiership side, Everton has confirmed Italian Carlo Ancelotti as the Club new manager.

Arsenal confirm Mikel Arteta as new Head Coach

Arsenal have appointed Mikel Arteta as their new head coach on a three-and-a-half-year deal.  

YouTube’s top earners: 8-year-old tops list with $26m

8-year-old Ryan Kaji is the highest paid YouTube star in 2019 after raking in $26 million from his YouTube channel, Ryan's World.

11 Nigerian governors visit Dangote's Refinery in Lagos

Eleven state governors today paid a visit to the Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals in Lekki, Lagos to have on the spot assessment of the massive project.

Trump's impeachment charges were made up, US Senate won’t uphold it - Putin

Russia's President, Vladimir Putin has dismissed the impeachment charges against US President Donald Trump which he claimed were all made up. 

Liverpool and Chelsea linked Super Eagles player Samuel Chukwueze could cost interested clubs staggering N31.5 billion

Super Eagles Young player of the year, Samuel Chukwueze could soon leave Villareal to another club, but it sure won't come at a cheap price.

Many Nigerian youths unemployable – Ngige

Minister of labour and employment, Chris Ngige has raised an alarm over the high level of unemployable youths in the country. 

50 Cent continues to attack Oprah Winfrey for only producing documentaries on Black men accused of sexual assault

50 Cent has continued his attack on Oprah Winfrey following reports that she plans to interview Russell Simmon's accuser.

From February 2020 Nigerian citizens will pay €80 instead of €60 when applying for a Schengen Visa

Starting February 2020, Nigerian citizens will need to pay a fee of €80 instead of €60 when applying for a Schengen Visa from Nigeria. Children too, will have to pay €40 instead of €35, as it is currently.  

Stop coming to the airport with groups of family and friends- FAAN advises air travelers

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, has advised air passengers against coming to the airport with groups of their family and friends. 

After backlash Serie A chief finally apologises for inappropriate monkey artwork used in anti-racism campaign

The Italian league's Chief Executive Luigi De Siervo has finally apologized for the inappropriate monkey face artworks it used in it's head office as an 'anti-racism' campaign message.

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen rushed to hospital in ambulance after scoring a goal against Monaco last night

Super Eagles of Nigeria and Lille of France footballer, Victor Osimhen, was rushed to hospital on Tuesday night during his club's Ligue 1 match against Monaco.

Virgil Van Dijk beats Sterling, Aubameyang, Mane & others to win Football Supporters' Association player of the year award

Liverpool defender, Virgil van Dijk has been named the Football Supporters' Association player of the year.

"Don’t be the happy negro" Gabrielle Union advises women to speak out even if it gets them fired amid AGT drama

Gabrielle Union has encouraged women, especially women of colour, to speak out against discrimination, even if it gets them fired.

Bella Disu bags French eminent national honour

French Minister, Gabriel Attal, decorates Globacom's Executive Vice Chairman, Mrs Bella Disu with the medal of the prestigious French national honour of “Chevalier dans l’ordre des Arts et des Lettres”. The event took place at Alliance Francaise Mike Adenuga Centre, Ikoyi, recently.

Court orders BPE boss Alex Okoh to be imprisoned for disobedience

A court on Tuesday, December 17th ordered a senior administration official to be sent to jail for contempt.

Ghanaian man convicted for $3m romance fraud in US

A resident of Virginia identified as Henry Asomani has been convicted by a US court after being found guilty of a $3 million scam that ripped off people looking for love online.

Nigerian Army redeploys 20 Major-Generals

On Monday, December 16th, the Nigerian Army redeployed 20 Major-Generals and more than 10 Brigadier-Generals in a major shake-up which it said would “re-invigorate the system for greater efficiency.”  

cult clash in Lagos leaves two people dead, 75 arrested

A brutal clash erupted on Monday in Aguda area of Surulere, Lagos, Southwest Nigeria, with two people feared dead and 75 people arrested by the police. The clash was said to be among rival gang groups.  

LASEMA begins demolition of distressed buildings in Lagos State

Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, the Director-General, Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) says the agency has started demolition of distressed buildings in Lagos.  

Niger republic, Togo and Benin cannot cheat Nigeria, they should pay up $9m electricity bills - TCN

The managing director of Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), Usman Mohammed has asked the country's international electricity customers to pay $9 million outstanding power bills. 

Jürgen Klopp agrees to new Liverpool FC contract until 2024

Liverpool Football Club have announced that Jürgen Klopp has agreed to a new contract extension with the club.

ASUU opposed passage of anti-sexual harassment bill - Omo-Agege

Nigeria's Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege has accused members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) of strongly opposing passage of the anti-sexual harassment bill in the 8th senate. 

FUTO students who went to Croatia for table tennis competition and landed in refugee camp applied for assylum - Abike Dabiri-Erewa

Senior Special Assistant to President Muhammadu Buhari on Foreign Affairs and Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa has finally reacted to report of two students of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) who attended an international table tennis competition in Croatia and ended up in a Bosnian refugee camp.

Manny Pacquiao graduates from the university with a degree in political science

Boxer-turned-senator, Manny Pacquiao on Wednesday graduated with a degree in political science from the University of Makati in Philippines.

Gennaro Gattuso confirmed as Napoli new coach after Carlo Ancelotti sacking

Italian football legend, Gennaro Gattuso has been confirmed as the new coach of Serie A club Napoli following the sacking of Carlo Ancelotti.

President Buhari announces complete visa exemption for all Africans arriving Nigeria

President Buhari today December 11th, announced that Nigeria will commence issuance of visa on arrival for all persons holding passports of African countries.

Harvey Weinstein reaches $25 million settlement with his accusers

Harvey Weinstein has struck a tentative $25 million settlement with dozens of his alleged victims.

"Sometimes it's better to quit" Akin Alabi advices

Lawmaker, Akin Alabi has said there are times when quitting is best. 

Lille coach speaks on the future of Barcelona & Arsenal linked 'hot target' Victor Osimhen

Lille coach Christophe Galtier has come out to speak on the future of Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen.

Building collapse: Lagos State government shuts down 19 buildings in Ikorodu

Officials of the Lagos State Building Control Agency, LASBCA, have shut down 19 buildings in Igbogbo Baiyeku area of Ikorodu, Lagos, Southwest Nigeria for violating the town planning laws of the State.  

Anglican church bans use of brochure, asoebi at funerals

A ban on the use of brochure and ceremonial dresses a.k.a `Asoebi’ has been placed by the Anglican Communion (Diocese on the Niger) on the burial of its members in a bid to reduce the cost of funerals. 

Manchester City stunned 1-2 by Man United at home as Solksjaer gives Guardiola tactical schooling in mouth watering clash at Etihad

Two goals from Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial on Saturday night were enough to do all the magic as a tactically aware Manchester United defeated Manchester City 1-2� at the Etihad.

Federal Government of Nigeria shuts down Mile 2 – Apapa road for repairs

The federal government has appealed for cooperation of road use7rs as the Mile 2 to Tin-Can Island section of the Apapa-Oshodi-Ojota-Oworonsoki Expressway project undergoes 72 hours partial closure for rehabilitation from Friday, December 6th.

''It has never happened in Nigeria where you enter a court to arrest anybody'' Femi Falana speaks on Sowore's rearrest

Femi Falana, human rights lawyer and counsel to publisher, Omoyele Sowore, has described as ”extremely embarrassing”, the rearrest of Sowore by DSS operatives at the Federal High court Abuja this morning.