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Internet users decline to 91.2m in January – NCC


The number of internet users in Nigeria’s telecommunications networks declined to 91, 274,446 in January, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) said.

Naira appreciates further, sells at N425/dollar



The naira continued to regain strength and appreciate in value in the parallel market on Tuesday as it was sold for N425 to a dollar.

Don Jazzy signs, DNA Twins, Johnny Drille, Poe to MAVIN record label



Mavin Records boss, Don Jazzy has announced the signing of Johnny Drille, Poe and the DNA Twins to his record label.

Jonathan, PDP Governors meet over crisis in party


Former President Goodluck Jonathan Tuesday met with governors elected on the platform of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) over the leadership crisis rocking the party.

Boko Haram suspect, who escaped from SSS custody, rearrested



A Boko Haram suspect who escaped from the custody of the State Security Service, SSS, has been rearrested.

Muktar Suleiman and others still at large escaped from SSS (also called DSS) custody in 2015, the News Agency of Nigeria reports.

How Yola-Bound Aircraft Malfunctioned – Medview Airline


A Medview Airline flight from Lagos to Yola was on Tuesday aborted after the pilot observed a fault in the aircraft’s cooling system while preparing for take-off.

South Africa deports 97 Nigerians



While the Nigerian government criticises South Africa’s handling of recent xenophobic attacks on Nigerians, the South African Government has deported 97 Nigerians for committing various offences in the country.

Barcelona to play Manchester United in the summer


A Barcelona legends side will take on their Manchester United counterparts at Camp Nou on June 30.

How we plan to take yellow 'danfo' buses off road – Lagos Govt

Lagos State Ministry of Transport has no plan to ban yellow buses known as “Danfo” but to upgrade them to international standard, the acting Commissioner for Transport, Mr Lanrewaju Elegushi, has disclosed.

Jurgen Klopp fears Liverpool sack


Jurgen Klopp has admitted that his job as Liverpool manager could be on the line, after their recent slump in form continued, with a 3-1 loss to near relegation team, Leicester City on Monday.

Pilgrim Commission takes prayers for Buhari to Mount Zion, Jerusalem

The Executive Secretary, Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission, Rev Tor Uja, says the commission will pray for the quick recovery of President Muhammadu Buhari on Mount Zion, Jerusalem.

Ban on okada, keke will affect Nigeria’s economy – Amaechi

The Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has said that motorcycles and tricycles should not be banned nationwide because doing so would affect the nation’s economy negatively.

UTME: JAMB scraps awaiting results registration

With effect from this year (2017), candidates awaiting results would no longer be eligible to apply for the Universities Tertiary Matriculation Examination, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, said in Abuja on Tuesday.

I exaggerated, US got out of recession in 2009 - Gbajabiamila

Femi Gbajabiamila, majority leader of the house of representatives, has described as an exaggeration, his claim that it took President Barack Obama seven years to get the US out of recession.

Oscars 2017: Iranian TV station photoshops clothes on Hollywood actress Charlize Theron (VIDEO)


The 89th Academy Awards was memorable for a number of reasons, first and foremost being the bizarre and embarrassing mix-up that led to La La Land incorrectly being announced as the winner of the Best Picture award.

I am proud of Obaseki’s achievement – Oshiomhole

The immediate past Governor of Edo State, Adams Oshiomhole, has said he is proud of what Governor Godwin Obaseki has achieved in his first 100 days in office.

Amosun, Shettima in UN headquarters as Amina Mohammed takes oath of office

Ibikunle Amosun, governor of Ogun state, and Kashim Shetimma, his Borno state counterpart, were among the Nigerian politicians who witnessed the swearing in of Amina Mohammed as deputy secretary-general of the United Nations (UN).

I can't wait to return to West Ham to beat them - Moses


Chelsea wing back Victor Moses will temporarily cast aside the fond memories of his time at West Ham United when the London rivals meet in the Premier League at the London Stadium on Monday.

Soludo, Utomi demand immediate release of Nnamdi Kanu

Chukwuma Soludo, ex-Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, and Patrick Utomi, a professor of economics, have called for the immediate release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).

Take it or leave it, Osinbajo is better than Buhari – PDP youths

People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Youth Frontier (PDPYF) has fired back at the Presidency for branding as “mischief makers” Nigerians who hold the opinion that Acting-President, Yemi Osinbajo, within 40 days has performed better than President Muhammadu Buhari did in 20 months.

Boko Haram suspect, who escaped from SSS custody, rearrested

A Boko Haram suspect who escaped from the custody of the State Security Service, SSS, has been rearrested.

Ndidi, Vardy Nominated For Best Leicester Player Against Liverpool


Nigeria midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has been nominated for Leicester City Man of the Match award in Monday’s 3-1 win against Liverpool at the King Power Stadium.

No winner emerges in the Mo Ibrahim Prize for African Leadership

The Mo Ibrahim Foundation has announced that there is no winner of the 2016 Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership.

Ash Wednesday: Catholics to begin 40-day Lenten Season on March 1

Catholics all over the world will on Wednesday mark the 2017 Ash Wednesday which marks the beginning of the 40-day Lenten Season.

Tambuwal storms Abuja court with 35 lawyers over gov tussle

Governor Aminu Tambuwal of Sokoto State, on Tuesday, stormed the Abuja Division of the Federal High Court over a suit seeking to sack him from office for alleged “electoral fraud”.

Nigerian man, Oguadinma Somto dies on board plane to Malaysia

Nigerian man identified as Oguadinma Somto, died on the plane while returning to Malaysia some days ago.

Panic as Medview Airline plane develops fault midair en route to Abuja

Panic gripped over 100 passengers on Tuesday as Medview Airline flight from Lagos to Abuja was suspended midair after a fault was observed.

Big Brother Naija: Thin Tall Tony becomes head of house, escapes next eviction


Thin Tall Tony (TTT) has emerged head of the Big Brother Naija House (HoH) and will not be needing viewers’ votes to stay in the house for this week.

Bank Robbery: Policemen remove uniform, run for their life in Delta state

There was pandemonium, on Monday, in Asaba, Delta State capital, when a gang of five armed robbers stormed a branch of an old generation bank in an attempt to rob a customer who had come to the bank deposit huge sum of money.

Nigerian Senate considers expelling DSTV, MTN, Shoprite over South African xenophobic attacks

Nigerian Senate on Tuesday weighed the option of expelling South African companies in Nigeria over xenophobic attacks.

Tonto Dikeh's Alleged Drug Problem, Lies Exposed


The drama between Tonto Dikeh and her estranged husband, Churchill Olakunle is a long way from over.

Why I am angry with Goodluck Jonathan – PDP Lagos chairman, Moshood Salvador

The Chairman of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) in Lagos, Moshood Salvador, has expressed displeasure over former President Goodluck Jonathan’s alleged indifference towards the leadership crisis in the party until it degenerated to the current state of affairs.

Why My Marriage to Mercy Johnson Has Lasted Despite Celebrity Breakups - Prince Okojie


Prince Okojie, husband of Nollywood Actress Mercy Johnson has spoken on why their marriage is still waxing strong after six years.

Senate renames Benin Airport in honour of late Oba Erediauwa

The local airport in Edo State, known as ‘Benin Airport’ is to be renamed ‘Oba Erediauwa Airport.'

Banky W Releases Photos Of Lekki House Fire


Nigerian Singer, Banky W has released photos on the fire incident that took place at his Lekki home.

Lagos to crush, recycle 4000 seized Okada

Over 4000 commercial motorcycles seized for flouting the Lagos State Traffic Law 2012 will be crushed and recycled, Police Commissioner, Fatia Owoseni said yesterday.

BBNaija: See TTT's wife and kids on their daughter's birthday on Saturday


Thin Tall Tony's daughter, Ella turned 3 on 25th of February, but he didn't acknowledge it, instead he told his fellow housemates his daughter is his niece and goddaughter.

Call it what you like, budget-padding will continue – Gbajabiamila

Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) caucus in the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila, has said that irrespective of the nomenclature given to the act of budget-padding, the National Assembly will continue to pad the budget for certain reasons.

Kemi Olunloyo lists 3 celebrities in the world who can go without makeup and still look good


The controversial journalist has listed 3 celebrities in the world who can go without makeup and still look so good.

I escaped from my burning house with my dog…like James Bond – Banky W

Nigerian entertainer Banky W has shared details of how he escaped the fire outbreak at his Lekki home, assuring fans that he and his dog were unhurt.

25 passengers die in Imo auto crashes

No fewer than 25 people were on Monday feared dead on the ever-busy Owerri – Onitsha expressway in Imo State when two heavy duty trucks collided with two hummer buses.

Facebook lauds Saraki for opening up N’Assembly via platform

World’s most popular social media platform, Facebook, has commended Nigeria’s Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, for opening up the activities of the 8th National Assembly through various channels, especially the daily Facebook Live Video streaming of Senate plenary sittings.

Toke Makinwa comments on Maje Ayida's baby mama's son's photo


Fitness expert and wellness coach, Maje Ayida's first baby mama, Crystal Cunningham posted photos from their son Ajani's school games on Instagram and got a comment from Toke Makinwa.

Cabals have hijacked Presidency from Buhari, Osinbajo – Sen Ben Bruce

Senator representing Bayelsa East, Ben Murray-Bruce, has alleged that a cabal has taken over the government from President Muhammadu Buhari and Acting President, Yemi Osinbajo.

Xenophobic attack: MTN apologises for poor network

Telecommunication service provider, MTN, has appealed to its customers to bear with them concerning the poor network experienced for the past few days.

Why I cannot stand Tinubu being insulted even though we're in different parties - Fayose

Ekiti state governor, Ayo Fayose has stated the reason why he would never stand All Progressives Congress leader, Bola Tinubu being rubbished despite their political leaning.

Voigt wants D’Tigers coaching role full-time


Coach of Nigeria’s men basketball team, Will Voigt, has expressed his confidence that he will sign a new deal to continue coaching the team.

Senate to screen Acting Chief Justice, Onnoghen on Wednesday

President of the Senate, Senator Bukola Saraki, at the plenary on Tuesday, announced that the lawmakers would conduct a screening for the Acting Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Walter Onnoghen, on Wednesday.

Freddie Ljungberg dumps Arsenal for Wolfsburg


Freddie Ljungberg has left Arsenal to join Wolfsburg as assistant manager to Andries Jonker.

Nigeria’s GDP growth rate contracted by -1.3% in fourth quarter of 2016

The National Bureau of Statistics on Tuesday released the Gross Domestic Product growth rate for the country with the economy recording a contraction of -1.3 per cent in growth rate in the fourth quarter of 2016.