Buhari's 2nd Ministerial List

These are the names of ministerial nominees who made President Muhammadu Buhari’s second batch of ministers.

After resuming from a closed-door session, Senate President Bukola Saraki announced the following names:

Lai Mohammed sues Metuh

A ministerial nominee and  spokesman  of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, Monday filed a N500m defamation suit against Chief Olisa Metuh of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP.

NBC Barns Olamide, Wizkid & other Songs

The Nigerian government through the Nigerian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC), has placed bans on some songs from airing on Broadcast Media.

Established on August 24, 1992, the NBC derives its powers from Act 38 of 1992 and Act 55 of 1999 as amended.

FBI donates equipments to EFCC

The American Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI, has donated a forensic work station to the Nigerian Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to assist it in fighting graft.

Okpella Community Cries for Help

These images were sent to me from Okugbe-Okpella in Etsako East Local Government of Edo State.

Among other problems faced by the Okpella people, the photos reveal the depth of dilapidation their roads have become in the past few years.

Delay your ageing process

The Reed

Technique:

The ReedStand straight with the feet together and hands by your sides. Inhale deeply while raising the hands slowly up till they’re overhead. Exhaling slowly, drip the trunk to the left side without heading the knees.

Police kills driver in Port Harcourt

A commercial bus driver was shot dead yesterday around Whimpy junction, Obio Akpor local government area by a Policeman. It was also gathered that one other person was hit by stray bullet. According to Eye

Groom Sues his Bride for not looking pretty enough

An Algerian groom took his bride to court just a day after their marriage, accusing her of not looking as pretty as before the wedding and of cheating him with much make-up.

Prison Break Set to return to your Tv Screen

American hit TV series, Prison Break seemed like it had met its end in 2009 but sources at FOX have now confirmed that the show will return for yet another season after a long hiatus.

Woman Gives Birth to Faceless Baby

A pregnant woman who resides in Aba, Abia state, gave birth to a baby without a face yesterday, August 5.

Gen. Murtala Mohammed's Corpse And Funeral

Some historic photos of the burial of General Murtala Mohammed in Kano has surfaced online. General Murtala Mohammed was a man whose love cut across all the tribal groups in Nigeria. He was the first Nigerian leader to use the words "fellow Nigerians" and the youngest full fledged 4star general.

Soldiers Executed Benson Ogedegbe For Exposing Their Crimes

SaharaReporters has obtained an exclusive copy of the coroner’s autopsy report of Mr. Benson Ogedgebe, who was executed by soldiers of the 19th Battalion stationed at Koko Military Base in the Oghara area of Delta State.

Latest about the Ooni of Ife

It was revealed that the remains of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Okunade Sijuwade, may be undergoing traditional embalming.

A reliable source at the palace revealed on Wednesday that the body of the monarch truly arrived in the palace earlier in the week, as reported in the media.

1,000 PDP members defects to APGA

About 1,000 members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has defected to the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in Anambra.

The members took the action at the swearing-in of the newly elected members of APGA state executive committee in Awka.

Athletes trek 840-km to promote Peace

Top Kenyan athletes on Thursday completed a giant 840-kilometre (522-mile) “Walk for Peace” against ethnic violence, accompanied by cheering crowds. Former world marathon record holders Wilson Kipsang and Tegla Loroupe, as well dozens of other walkers, crossed the finish line in Kenya’s Rift Valley, where over 300 people have already been

See How Much PSG signed Di Maria

Paris Saint-Germain have completed the signing of Argentina winger Angel Di Maria from Manchester United on a four-year deal, the French champions announced on Thursday.

London City Airport up for sale

It was reported on Thursday that the City Airport, which serves London’s financial district, has been put up for sale and expected to fetch up to 3.1 billion dollars.

Bride Price not to be returned after divorce in Uganda

Uganda’s Supreme Court ruled Thursday that refunding of goods paid to a bride’s family after divorce was illegal, sparking celebration by rights groups who said women would no longer be “chained in violent relationships”.

How we ensured Shekau never issued threats again

The immediate past National Security Adviser Col. Sambo Dasuki (rtd) has spoken of how the administration of President Goodluck Jonathan facilitated the acquisition of hitherto elusive weaponry in the last one year, recovered over 22 local government areas that had been occupied by Boko Haram terrorists and how they ensured Shekau never issued threats again.

4 Boko Haram militants arrested In Borno state

Some youths of Malari village, in Konduga Local Government area of Borno state have, Wednesday,  paraded before the state governor, Kashim Shettima, four men alleged to have participated in the Monday Boko Haram attack on the villagers, killing 9 persons and displacing hundreds of civilians.

MTN approaches CBN for early repayment of Debt

In an apparent move to save its image from possible damage, MTN Group is said to have commenced talks with Nigeria’s Central Bank for early repayment of almost $600 million of debt it owes some Nigerian banks.

It was gathered that the move by the leading telecom operator was also aimed at reducing further exposure of the naira, which has weakened against the rand and US dollar.

Senate Confirms Service Chiefs

The Senate, yesterday, screened and confirmed Service Chiefs, just as they were charged to work assiduously on the procurement procedures in the Armed Forces as part of moves to check corruption.

I firmly believe in NYSC – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday said that the National Youth Service Corps was still relevant for national integration and unity.

To this end, he had pledged his administration’s commitment to take all necessary actions in maintaining the programme.

Boko Haram begs for dialogue

Following President Muhammadu Buhari’s declaration of his administration’s readiness to dialogue with genuine members of the Boko Haram, some members of the terrorist group have contacted the Centre for Crisis Communication (CCC) to initiate a dialogue process with the Federal Government on their behalf.

UNIBEN POST UTME 2015

The University of Benin (UNIBEN) POST-UTME Screening Exercise for 2015/2016 Academic Session will take place between 17th August, 2015 and 2nd September, 2015 in designated centres within Ugbowo Campus of the University. The Screening Exercise shall be conducted using the Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. All candidates are expected to be seated, latest one hour before the stipulated time for the screening exercise.

ABU Zaria Post UTME Screening Exercise

Please take time to read the following guidelines before you register for the screening.

Qualification for Screening

Candidates who scored 180 and above in UTME for all courses.

And must have chosen Ahmadu Bello University as their first choice.

NUT Opposes JAMB On Cut Off Marks

The Nigeria Union of Teachers has said it is strongly opposed to the current admission policy which pegged  Joint Admission Matriculation Board cut-off marks for students seeking admission into universities at 180 and above while those for Polytechnics and Colleges of Education was put at 150 and above.

UNIPORT Post Utme 2015 Registration

UNIPORT Post Utme form 2015 is out on sale. The cut off mark as well as the registration details has also been released. Interested candidates are hereby informed.

The University of Port Harcourt, Choba hereby invites candidates to apply for the 2015/2016 post utme screening should they be eligible as seen below

UNILORIN Post Utme 2015 Date

Registration for the Pre-admission screening for UTME and Direct Entry candidates will commence on Tuesday 4th August and end on Sunday 16th August, 2015.

ELIGIBILITY
Candidates must have Scored a minimum of 180 marks in the 2015 UTME for all courses except those for which higher cut off marks have been specified on the website.

Ambrose Alli University POST UTME

AAU SCREENING OF THE UTME/DIRECT ENTRY CANDIDATES FOR 2015/2016 SESSION ADMISSIONS

All 2015/2016 UTME candidates who applied to Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma as Institution of First Choice, with a UTME score of 180 and above are invited to attend a screening exercise in the University on the days stated below.

Players to be invited by Oliseh

Super Eagles coach Sunday Oliseh has dropped a strong hint that he plans to hand call – ups to Nigerian players based overseas who are doing well for their clubs for the Afcon qualifier against Tanzania.

Meet the new NNPC Boss

The newly-appointed Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Mr. Emmanuel Ibe Kachikwu, has assumed duty as the Chief Executive of the corporation.This is contained in

Sex workers protests in Abeokuta

There was mild drama in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Monday night, as scores of commercial sex workers staged a candlelight procession in honour of their colleagues, who were allegedly killed by

Marriage, a beautiful experience – Paul Okoye

One of the sensational music duo, Psquare’s Paul Okoye has described Marriage as “a beautiful experience”, saying unless you are

Why you might get fatter while eating less

Nigerians are consuming less calories, but obesity rates are going up. What could be responsible? Experts say calorie intake has reduced nationally over the years, but obesity rates are outpacing  overweight rates in

Miss Bayelsa marks her Birthday in Style (See Photos)

It was a lovely day for the kids at Daisy’s Home as Aluko Dolapo Miriki, a model, beauty queen (Miss

Project Fame 8 takes off - Iyanya, Chidinma other past winners unite

The mention of names like Iyanya and Chidinma rings a bell in Nigeria’s music industry. These two great actors joined forces with iMike, Monica Oga, Ayo, Olawale and Geoffrey, all past winners of MTN Project Fame, to electrify the opening gala show of Season 8.

Buhari - We’ve found banks with stolen oil money

President Muhammadu Buhari, yesterday, in Abuja said that his administration has identified banks, financial institutions and countries in which payments for stolen Nigerian crude oil have been deposited.

DSTV investigated over Consumer Right

Nigeria’s Consumer Protection Council (CPC) has begun sitting in its investigation into the operations of the Digital Satellite Television (DStv) based on complaints of alleged consumer rights violations against the pay-television firm.

Sexiest Man in Nigeria

The most muscular man in Nigeria. His pictures online is breath taking.

This muscular man's name is Charlie Chirah Abboh and he is from Onitsha,

Buhari - Don't come and add to our problems

President Muhammadu Buhari has appealed to Nigerians in diaspora to remain where they because Nigeria is still dealing with the challenge of unemployment.

Buhari while meeting with Nigerian community in Benin Republic on

Alien on Earth, A must see

An Indian claims he may have photographed the first proof of Alien life on earth.

This image appears to show the man holding what looks like a deformed foetus which he claims is an alien-like humanoid.

Majek Fashek's Problem Beyond Drugs, It's Spiritual

Majek Fashek's problem has nothing to do with drug abuse, rather a spiritual problem. 

One of Nigeria's living reggae icons, Rassam Wiliki popularly called Orits Wiliki, has revealed that Majek Fashek's problem has nothing to with alcohol or drug abuse as is widely believed.

Akon meets Gov. Ambode

The Senegalese-American singer Akon, who’s been Nigeria for a few days to plug his ‘Lighting Africa Project’ with the local government met with the

Photos (Kubwa Accident)

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Photos from Kubwa Road Accident

It is very unfortunate that an accident happened around 8:30am this morning at NNPC junction, second gate Kubwa, Abuja when a trailer on high speed ran into and crushed 2 men to death.

Jonathan wanted more money - Amaechi

Former Gov. Rotimi Amaechi of Rivers said on Monday in Abuja that the victory of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in this year’s general elections was engineered by God.

Amaechi said this at a reception organised for him by the Committee of Friends at the International Conference Centre, Abuja.

Boko Haram releases new video

Militant Islamists have released a new video on the insurgency in Nigeria, with Boko Haram leader Abubakar Shekau again failing to appear in it.

Asenal beats Chelsea (live commentary)

Arsenal has done it again.

It did not appear to me that there was a handshake between the two managers at the end, though let’s not read too much into that – it is too early for controversy. What a pre-season for Arsenal though – three trophies!

Power Bank almost damaged his leg

This young man pictured here almost got his leg blown up by a power bank he kept in his pocket. Kuaho, a South African, said the incident happened to him this morning. Expressing his

Facebook owner expecting a baby

Zuckerberg announced the news on his Facebook (FB, Tech30) page on Friday afternoon, tagging his wife Priscilla Chan in the post.

Rape Evidence against Timaya

The American lady who accused Timaya of rape, has finally released evidence of report filed against the singer.

Since the news of the alleged rape broke out last weekend, Timaya has been trending for the wrong reasons on social media.