Coronavirus: Stop all flights from affected countries- ex-VP Atiku Abubakar tells President Buhari

As Nigeria records its first case of Coronavirus, former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has asked President Buhari to stop all flights from affected countries. Atiku made the appeal in a statement released this afternoon.

Italian man with Coronavirus attempts to escape from Lagos isolation center over poor living conditions

The 44-year-old Italian man diagnosed with Coronavirus in Lagos, allegedly attempted to escape from the Infectious Disease Hospital in Yaba, Lagos of Friday February 28th.

Court dismisses Ambode’s suit to stop Lagos Assembly from probing him

A Lagos State High Court has dismissed a suit filed by former Lagos state governor,  Akinwunmi Ambode, seeking an injunction to restrain the State House of Assembly from probing his tenure as governor of the state.

The Assembly in 2019 constituted a committee to investigate Ambode's administration, particularly to probe the purchase of 820 buses which they claimed wasn't done with the approval of the lawmakers.

The former governor approached the court to stop the probe.

Ruling on the application on Thursday, Justice Yetunde Adesanya held that court lacked the jurisdiction to stop the lawmakers from going ahead with the probe. The judge ruled that the ad-hoc committee set up to investigate Ambode was a fact-finding committee and not an indictment.

“The claimant (Ambode) has not been indicted. An invitation by an agency of government cannot in anyway cause a breach of the threat of the fundamental rights of the claimant.  I hereby find that the claimant’s action is an invitation to the court to cripple the legislative exercise of the statutory power of the Lagos State House of Assembly under Section 128 and 129 of the 1999 Constitution.

That is not the function of the court, and no court of law should accede such invitation. The claimant’s suit is hereby struck out.'' the judge said.

'Dreams come true' - Twitter world reacts as Odion Ighalo scores his first goal for Manchester United

Nigerian striker Odion Ighalo has just scored his first goal for Manchester United, a club he has supported since childhood.

Ighalo scored for Manchester United in the first half of the second leg Europa League clash against Club Brugge on Thursday night.

Lagos state records first confirmed case of Coronavirus in Nigeria

The Lagos state Ministry of Health has confirmed the first case of Coronavirus aka COVID-19 in Nigeria, since the outbreak of the disease in China in January 2020. 

Mexico returns ancient Nigerian sculpture

Mexican authorities on Tuesday February 25, returned an ancient sculpture from 6th century southwestern Yoruba city of Ile-Ife to Nigeria. 

Recruiting Miyetti Allah into Amotekun is like recruiting demons into an army of angels- FFK

Former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode, has kicked against suggestions that members of the Myetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) should be recruited into the new security outfit created by South West governors, Amotekun.

Kano state government bans Almajiri children from street begging

Kano State Government has banned street begging by Almajiri children in the state.

NAFDAC warns Nigerians against taking `Maishayi’ tea made by Hausa tea vendors

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has warned Nigerians to be cautious when taking cup of tea popularly known as `Maishayi’ from Hausa tea vendors.

Delta community bans sale and consumption of beef over herdsmen killing

A community in Delta State, Uwheru kingdom in Ughelli North local government area has banned the sale and consumption of beef few days after 10 farmers were killed by suspected herdsmen. 

Woman, three others bag 160 years imprisonment for possession of counterfeit notes

A Federal High Court sitting in Yola, Adamawa State, has sentenced four persons including a woman to 160 years imprisonment on a multiple-count charge of conspiracy and possession of counterfeit bank notes.

SARS officers allegedly kill Nigerian footballer Tiyamu Kazeem in Sagamu

Tiyamu 'Kaka' Kazeem, the assistant captain of Remo Stars Football Club (RSFC) has allegedly been killed by a policeman from the Special Anti Robbery Squad (SARS) from the Ogun State Command.

Wilfred Ndidi was not rushed back from surgery- Leicester boss, Brendan Rodgers defends decision to play the Nigerian, 13 days after knee surgery

Brendan Rodgers  has defended his club's decision to play Nigerian midfielder Wilfred Ndidi just 13 days after he had a knee operation.

Any young man that gets down on his knees to propose to a girl is a bloody fool- Pete Edochie insists

Veteran Nollywood actor, Pete Edochie, has once again kicked against men going down on their knees to propose to a girl. Recall that in January, a video of the actor speaking in Igbo and condemning the act of men kneeling to propose to their girlfriends went viral.

Queen Elizabeth bans Prince Harry and Meghan Markle from using lucrative 'Sussex Royal' label

Queen Elizabeth has reportedly banned the Duke and Duchess of Sussex from using their "Sussex Royal" label after deciding to step down as working royals.

Mike Bloomberg announces he'll sell off his $60 billion media empire if he beats Trump, Trump reacts

Billionaire and owner of Bloomberg TV, Mike Bloomberg, has announced he plans to sell off his $60 billion media company if he gets the Democratic party nomination for the presidential elections and beats President Trump.

Nigerians have a wrong perception of lawmakers pocketing a lot of money despite doing little - Buhari

President Buhari has stated that the notion of lawmakers being ''overly paid for doing a little job,'' is a wrong one. 

Nigerian governors are parasites- ex-SGF Babachir Lawal says

Former secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, has tagged Nigerian governors as parasites who feed off the country’s treasury at the people’s expense.

"I'm not trying to embarass the club" - Paul Pogba's agent Mino Raiola refuses to back down in war of words with Manchester United manager Ole Solskjaer

Super agent Mino Raiola has refused to back down in his attacks towards Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solksjaer claiming he only talked about the Man United manager because the manager always talked about him when the topic of his client Paul Pogba was brought up.

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14 US passengers test positive for Coronavirus after being evacuated from a Japanese cruise ship

Fourteen US citizens who were evacuated from a Japanese cruise ship that had been quarantined and recently flown back to the United States on charter flights have tested positive for novel coronavirus. 

Manchester City hit with £25m fine & banned from Champions League for two years by UEFA

English club, Manchester City has been banned by European football governing body, UEFA, for two years and hit with a £25m fine.

Anambra task force officials seen dragging trader on the floor and pulling out daggers

A video which has gone viral on social media captured moment some Anambra task force officials dragged a roadside trader on the floor after scattering his wares. 

Joseph Yobo appointed as Super Eagles’ Assistant Coach

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has appointed former Super Eagles captain Joseph Yobo as assistant coach of the team.

Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna laid to rest in private funeral two-weeks after tragic helicopter crash

NBA legend, Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna Bryant have been laid to rest in a private funeral which took place today (Feb.11) in Los Angeles.

The funeral comes just two weeks after the pair died in a tragic helicopter crash along with seven passengers, Christina Mauser, John Altobelli, Keri Altobelli, Alyssa Altobelli, Sarah Chester, Payton Chester, and pilot Ara Zobayan. 

Bryant, 41, and Gianna were on their way to basketball practice when the helicopter they were in crashed, killing everyone on board.

A public memorial will also be held on February 24 at the Staples Center in downtown Los Angeles, where fans will be giving the opportunity to pay their respects. 

"We are one city that believes in each other, believes in something bigger than ourselves," Mayor Eric Garcetti has said. "We will absolutely do everything to make sure that this is done so that everybody can come to it as well." 

Asisat Oshoala at her brilliant best as Barcelona thrash Real Sociedad 10-1 to win first ever Spanish Supercopa Femenina title

Trending photo of 5 Nigerian ''sisters'' who are all doctors

A photo of 5 Nigerian women who are allegedly sisters from same parent who are all doctors, has gone viral on social media. 

Femi Fani-Kayode responds again to Rotimi Amaechi's allegation that he embezzled 2 billion Naira while he was the Minister of Aviation

Femi Fani-Kayode has responded again to the allegation made by Rotimi Amaechi nearly 3 years ago that he embezzled 2 billion Naira when he was the Minister of Aviation.

Odion Ighalo's failure at Manchester United could lead to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's sacking - Paul Merson

Controversial football pundit and Arsenal hero , Paul Merson, who doubts whether Odion Ighalo has the ability to shine at Old Trafford, fears Ole Gunnar Solskjaer could be sacked by Manchester United if the Nigerian international fails to impress.

FCMB Deepens Empowerment of SMEs in Ogun State, as First Lady Commends Bank

First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has restated its commitment to the productivity and profitability of Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMEs) through funding, capacity building, advisory and other forms of support that would boost their overall contributions to economic development.

Abacha’s family loses bid to access bank accounts in Switzerland, UK and others

The Supreme Court on Friday February 7, struck out a lawsuit filed by the family of late former Head of State, Sani Abacha to access some bank accounts in the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Jersey, Liechenstein and Luxembourg. 

They are not part of the Lagos plan- Fashola declares support for Lagos governor's ban on Okadas, tricycles

Babatunde Fashola, the Minister of Works and Housing, has declared his support for Lagos state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu's decision to ban Okadas, motorcycles.

Two dead as high-speed train derails in northern Italy

A tragic incident occurred on Thursday morning in Italy's Lodi province as two people were killed after a high-speed train derailed. 

No man should have this much wealth when his only job was to be a senator - Speed Darlington slams Dino Melaye

Speed Darlington has taken a swipe at former lawmaker representing Kogi West Senatorial district, Dino Melaye over the wealth he thinks the Senator amassed. 

Odion Ighalo deal shows how far Manchester United have fallen behind their rivals - Chelsea legend Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink

Chelsea football legend, Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has taken a swipe at Manchester United over their deadline transfer deal for Odion Ighalo. 

Donald Trump discharged and acquitted by the US senate who voted him 'not guilty', bringing impeachment trial to an end

US president Donald Trump has been discharged and acquitted by the US senate over the charges of obstruction of congress and abuse of power leveled against him by the House of Reps.

Two pre-nursery pupils killed, 2 others injured as overhead tanker falls into classroom in Anambra school

Two pupils were killed on Wednesday, while two others sustained serious injuries when an overhead water tank fell inside their classroom in Royal Kings Foundation nursery and primary school, Nkpor-Agu in Idemili North local government area of Anambra State.

Three people confirmed dead with many injured after plane skids off runway and breaks into pieces in Istanbul

Three people have been confirmed dead with many injured after a Turkish plane skidded off the runway after landing, and crashed on Wednesday, February, 5. 

Odion Ighalo shares throwback photo of his visit to Old Trafford as a fan after signing for Manchester United

Nigerian striker, Odion Ighalo, is full of delight after joining Manchester United, the club he supported as a boy.

No going back on Okada, Keke ban- Governor Sanwo-Olu insists

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has said there is no going back on his administration's decision to ban motorcycles aka Okada and Keke NAPEPs in the state.

20 arrested over clash between Okada riders and police in Ijora, Lagos state

Twenty suspects have been arrested by men of the Lagos state police command in connection with the clash between Okada riders and policemen in Ijora, a surburb of Lagos state earlier today.

Rinsola Babajide wins Liverpool Women's Player of the Month award

Rinsola Babajide has won the Liverpool Women's team player of the month award for the month of January, the club has announced on it's official website.

Hate speech: No society will allow such ominous crime go unchecked ― AGF Abubakar Malami

As the conversation on the controversial social media bill and Hate Speech bill continues, the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, today said that no society will allow the ominious crime of hate speech go on without devicing means to checkmate it.

Osinbajo holds thanksgiving service to mark one year of surviving helicopter crash in Kogi

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo today Februrary 2nd, had a thanksgiving at the Aso Villa chapel to celebrate one year of surviving a helicopter crash in Kogi state.

Novak Djokovic defeats Dominic Thiem to win his 17th Grand Slam at Australian Open final

Novak Djokovic has won his 17th grand slam title and record-extending eighth Australian Open title after defeating world No. 4 Dominic Thiem on Sunday. 

There's nothing more threatening to life than living in Nigeria - Peter Obi

Former Governor of Anambra State and Vice Presidential Candidate of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2019 election, Peter Obi has described Nigeria as the biggest threat to one's life. 

Gary Neville slams Man Utd's "desperate" deadline day signing of Odion Ighalo

Ighalo was signed by Manchester United during the last hours before the January transfer window shut on Friday night, much to the surprise of football fans, as they expected a much more stellar name like Edison Cavani following Marcus Rashford's aggravated back injury.

                              

On the last day of the transfer window, United attempted to sign Bournemouth ace Joshua King, which failed, before making enquires for Danny Ings and Teemu Pukki - which were both rejected.The club then had to settle for  former Watford striker Odion Ighalo, 

According to Neville, a former captain of the club, United knew they needed a striker all summer but couldn't sign one, yet they waited till the last hours of the transfer window to get one over the line.

               

"I think Ighalo, they just needed a body in that area. Obviously Rashford is going to be out for a couple of months.

"I can't let the club off the hook though, unfortunately.

"The idea that Lukaku told us a couple of weeks ago that he'd said he was going to leave last February, March.
"That's nine months for the club to be able manoeuvre and get into a position to sign a striker for the club for the long term.

"They've ended up desperately doing one on deadline day. The boy might do very well, he might settle in, he might score goals and do a job for the club.

"But the fact the club are in that position, knowing that Sanchez and Lukaku were leaving for many, many months, tells me that Manchester United at this moment in time are struggling to navigate through the transfer market smartly." 

Ighalo netted 36 times in 90 Premier League appearances for the Hornets before he was sold for £20million to Chinese club Shanghai Shenhua. He will team up with his new teammates this week once he has passed a medical.

Trump administration adds Nigeria & 5 other countries to Travel ban list

The US State Department on Friday night announced that it has put six new countries under its travel ban list.