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![Ex BBNaija Housemate, Bassey Ekpenyong Celebrates 6 Month Wedding Anniversary With Wife, Nadia]()
Ex BBNaija Housemate, Bassey Ekpenyong Celebrates 6 Month Wedding Anniversary With Wife, Nadia
Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Bassey Ekpenyong and his wife Nadia have taken to Instagram to pen down sweet messages to each other in celebration of their 6 months wedding anniversary.The couple who live in U.S. together, got married in December 2019Bassey who noted that it is an “early an... -
![UK Accounts For The Highest Number Of COVID-19 Death In Europe]()
UK Accounts For The Highest Number Of COVID-19 Death In Europe
Despite having one of the most advanced healthcare system, the United Kingdom of Great Britain has now accounted for the second highest number of COVID-19 death in the world and the highest number of deaths in Europe. The numbers also look to rise as more casualties that passed on at home or in a c... -
![Senate Called For Decentralization Of Police in Nigeria Over Insecurity]()
Senate Called For Decentralization Of Police in Nigeria Over Insecurity
The Senate has called for the decentralization of the Nigeria Police Force.This was contained in the recommendations of the Senate Ad-hoc Committee on Nigeria security, considered and approved at plenary on Tuesday.The committee, inaugurated on January 29, was chaired by Senate Leader, Yahaya Abdul... -
![Tesla Billionaire, Ellon Musk Names His New Baby X Æ A-12 Musk]()
Tesla Billionaire, Ellon Musk Names His New Baby X Æ A-12 Musk
Well, there are geniuses then there are pioneers. Even Mark Zuckerberg did not choose a geeky name for his daughter but the founder of TESLA (the electric motor company) has decided to go unorthodox by naming his daughter, X Æ A-12 Musk, a name that has set the internet on fire as people have been... -
![Deontay Wilder Is A Tougher Opponent Compare To Anthony Joshua A big Cuddly Baby – Fury]()
Deontay Wilder Is A Tougher Opponent Compare To Anthony Joshua A big Cuddly Baby – Fury
Tyson Fury has stated that Deontay Wilder was a tougher opponent than Anthony Joshua would be, describing his fellow Brit as a “big cuddly baby”.The Gypsy King destroyed the Bronze Bomber with a seventh round KO when the two faced off for a second time in Las Vegas back in February.It was redem... -
![Singer, Decia Lashes Out At Instagram Trolls For Criticizing Male Barbie, Bobrisky]()
Singer, Decia Lashes Out At Instagram Trolls For Criticizing Male Barbie, Bobrisky
Cameroonian-born singer, Dencia has clashed with multiple Instagram users who criticized Bobrisky because he dresses and behaves like a woman.It all started when Dencia shared a video of Bobrisky dancing and captioned it ”God has blessed her abundantly”.However, some Instagram users who felt in... -
![Nigerian Senate Orders Govt To Halt Launch Of 5G Network Over Public Safety Concerns]()
Nigerian Senate Orders Govt To Halt Launch Of 5G Network Over Public Safety Concerns
The Nigerian Senate has outlined modalities to probe the 5G Communication network in the country. The Senate ordered the government to halt its proposed launch and mandate the relevant bodies to carry out an investigation into the network and report back within 4 weeks.This happened after deliberat... -
![Nigerian Law Makers, Question Godswill Akpabio Over NCDC Alleged N40b Irregular Expenditure]()
Nigerian Law Makers, Question Godswill Akpabio Over NCDC Alleged N40b Irregular Expenditure
The House of Representatives has invited the Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Godswill Akpabio, over alleged N40 billion spent in two months by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC).The lawmakers said the fund was allegedly spent without due regard to the Fiscal Responsibility Act.Also to a... -
![Chairman Enugu Football Association, Chidi Offor-Okenwa Dies Of Leukemia At 50]()
Chairman Enugu Football Association, Chidi Offor-Okenwa Dies Of Leukemia At 50
Chidi Offor-Okenwa, the chairman of the Enugu State Football Association, has died after a battle with Leukemia. He was 50.Mr. Okenwa, who was also a Member of the Executive Committee of the Nigeria Football Federation and Chairman of the Nigeria National League died on Tuesday morning, May 5, 2020... -
![Chinese Billionaire, Jack Ma Sends Second Batch Of Covid 19 Medical Supplies To Africa]()
Chinese Billionaire, Jack Ma Sends Second Batch Of Covid 19 Medical Supplies To Africa
Chinese Billionaire, Jack Ma, has sent a second batch of essential medical supplies to African countries to boost the fight against COVID-19.The medical supplies due to land in Ethiopia soon is meant to be distributed across all 54 African countries according to Jack Ma who disclosed the informatio... -
![Prayers Have Made Nigeria Not to Crumble - Boss Mustapha Confirms This To Reps.]()
Prayers Have Made Nigeria Not to Crumble - Boss Mustapha Confirms This To Reps.
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Boss Mustapha, has said prayers have played an “active role” in Nigeria’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.The SGF stated this when he appeared before the House of Representatives on Tuesday.Mustapha, who is also the head of the Presid... -
![“Don’t visit, Stay At Home, Don’t Attend Parties To Curb Spread Of Covid 19" -Aregbesola Warns]()
“Don’t visit, Stay At Home, Don’t Attend Parties To Curb Spread Of Covid 19" -Aregbesola Warns
The Minister of Interior, Mr Rauf Aregbesola has cautioned Nigerians to remain indoors, saying gradual easing of lockdown does not mean the pandemic is over.Aregbesola said this at the public presentation of the fourth edition of Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) annual report since the commencemen... -
![Nasarawa NCDC Driver Tests Positive For COVID-19]()
Nasarawa NCDC Driver Tests Positive For COVID-19
The Nasarawa State Government has announced an additional case of COVID-19 in the state.Governor Abdullahi Sule disclosed this while briefing journalists on COVID-19 updates in the state on Tuesday.He explained that the new case is a driver of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, who transported... -
![I Was A Painter But Robbery Pays Better - Robbery Suspect Chinedu Obinma Reveals]()
I Was A Painter But Robbery Pays Better - Robbery Suspect Chinedu Obinma Reveals
30-year old man, Chinedu Obinma, who was formerly a painter, has admitted that he was a robber and gave reasons he chose robbery as a means to survive in Lagos.P.M.EXPRESS reports that the suspect, Obinma, was arrested by Police operatives from Ejigbo Division after he robbed a woman, who was selli... -
![Senior Female Police Officer in Ondo Refused Being Tested After Showing COVID-19 Symptoms]()
Senior Female Police Officer in Ondo Refused Being Tested After Showing COVID-19 Symptoms
A senior police officer in Ondo State allegedly showing coronavirus symptoms has reportedly refused to submit herself for testing.Three police officers were reportedly among the 13 persons that tested positive for the disease in the state. They are at the Infectious Disease Hospital in Akure ... -
![Long Hair? Don't Care - Uti Nwachukwu Considers Taking Off His 11yr Old Signature Hairstyle]()
Long Hair? Don't Care - Uti Nwachukwu Considers Taking Off His 11yr Old Signature Hairstyle
Popular Nigerian Presenter and actor Uti Nwachukwu has shared that he may be bringing his very popular long locks down.The 37-year-old who has had the hair for 11 years pointed out that he is considering bringing it down a little.He shared a photo of himself wearing the hair down as he made this kn... -
![Ghanaian Actress, Juliet Ibrahim Shows Off Her Grey Hair In New Makeup Free Photo]()
Ghanaian Actress, Juliet Ibrahim Shows Off Her Grey Hair In New Makeup Free Photo
The 34-year old Actress, Juliet Ibrahin stuns in makeup free photo; shows off her grey hair She wrote: “My Gray came out to play…By the way ladies and gentlemen; I am wearing no makeup and this is my natural glow up while at home. I’m glad I have been on this journey long enough to share the... -
![Nigerian Lady, Adetutu Call Out NCDC For Ignoring Their Calls After Losing Friend To Covid-19]()
Nigerian Lady, Adetutu Call Out NCDC For Ignoring Their Calls After Losing Friend To Covid-19
A lady identified as Adetutu Balogun has taken to Twitter to call out the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) for ignoring her friend, Femi, who is now deceased.According to Adetutu, they had tried several hours to reach the NCDC after her friend started showing symptoms, all to no avail.Femi... -
![I Was So Frustrated I Almost Joined Yahoo Boys - Zlatan Ibile Shares Early Struggles]()
I Was So Frustrated I Almost Joined Yahoo Boys - Zlatan Ibile Shares Early Struggles
Zlatan Ibile is thankful for his wealth and the women that came with it.The rapper, whose real name is Omoniyi Temidayo Raphae, sat down for an Instagram Live chat with a fan, during which he talked about his earlier struggles and how he had contemplated ‘carrying laptop’, which many believe to... -
![Oh No! Family & Friends Mours Union Bank Staff Who Died Of Coronavirus In Lagos]()
Oh No! Family & Friends Mours Union Bank Staff Who Died Of Coronavirus In Lagos
It was gathered that Union Bank staff has died from Coronavirus in Yaba, Lagos.The bank staff was working remotely since March before contracting the disease and he died on May 4. The memo reads in part;: “Dear colleagues, notwithstanding the easing of the lockdown, the threat of COVID-19 ... -
![American University Of Nigeria Owned By Atiku Abubakar Sacks Over 400 Staff]()
American University Of Nigeria Owned By Atiku Abubakar Sacks Over 400 Staff
American University of Nigeria owned by former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, on Monday sacked over 400 staff.This comes three days after another of Atiku's companies, Gotel Communication, a media outfit, sacked 46 staff on Workers Day.President of AUN, Dawn Dekle, signed the sack letters see... -
![BREAKING: COVID-19 Patients In Gombe Protest Over Inadequate Medical Attention]()
BREAKING: COVID-19 Patients In Gombe Protest Over Inadequate Medical Attention
Some COVID-19 patients at the Kwadon Isolation Centre, Yamaltu Deba Local Government Area of Gombe State, on Tuesday blocked the popular Gombe/ Biu Road.The patients were said to be protesting against government's negligence, inadequate food and medical attention in the isolation centre.A resi... -
![No More Covid-19 Cases In Kogi, Pay Workers Their Salary - Okai Austin Slams Gov Yahaya Bello]()
No More Covid-19 Cases In Kogi, Pay Workers Their Salary - Okai Austin Slams Gov Yahaya Bello
The National Youth Co-ordinator of the Peoples Democratic Party, Usman Okai Austin has pleaded with the Kogi state govt to pay workers their full wages.Austin, who is the spokesperson of Wada/Aro Campaign Council, said the fasting period was not a time to slash or withhold workers’ salaries becau... -
![Fire Outbreak Averted As Tankers Colide Along Lagos/Ibadan Expressway]()
Fire Outbreak Averted As Tankers Colide Along Lagos/Ibadan Expressway
What would have resulted in another major fire outbreak was averted on the Lagos/Ibadan Expressway, Tuesday, when two petroleum tankers collided and fell on their sides thereby discharging their contents. The incident occurred on Otedola Bridge inward Berger, at about 7am as both tankers were repor... -
![Ogun State: Viral Video Of A Young Man Who Died This Morning Of Covid-19 After Contracting It From His Friend]()
Ogun State: Viral Video Of A Young Man Who Died This Morning Of Covid-19 After Contracting It From His Friend
As they said that the elderly and the unwell are more likely to die if they contract coronavirus. I think this virus is taking another turn.According to insider reports, the young man in the video was said have passed away this morning around 5:30am from Coronavirus in Ogun State.The numbers are in... -
!["Forget The Lifestyle, I Have Suffered"- Paul Okoye Says As He Shows Off His Living Room]()
"Forget The Lifestyle, I Have Suffered"- Paul Okoye Says As He Shows Off His Living Room
Nigerian singer, Paul Okoye of the defunct Psquare musical group has taken to his official Twitter handle to recount his days of suffering while also showing off his living room.The popular singer concluded by thanking God for his doings. “F*ck it !!! I don suffer forget the lifestyle and glamour... -
![PHOTOS: How Two Twitter Ladies Receive Gift Of N300k From Unknowns Guy For Being Pretty]()
PHOTOS: How Two Twitter Ladies Receive Gift Of N300k From Unknowns Guy For Being Pretty
A Nigerian lady, Blessing with the twitter handle, @ikoojo__ was shocked after she received 100,000 naira from a Nigerian guy.Blessing had expressed her ‘shock’ after a guy surprised another Twitter user, @FolaLagos with the sum of N200,000.FolaLagos had taken to Twitter to appeal to her foll... -
![Neuer’s Ex-Team-Mate, Hiannick Kamba Found Alive Years After Being Falsely Pronounced Dead]()
Neuer’s Ex-Team-Mate, Hiannick Kamba Found Alive Years After Being Falsely Pronounced Dead
Manuel Neuer’s ex-Schalke team-mate found alive and well four years after being pronounced dead, his wife has also been accused of fraud after collecting life insurance following the fake news of his death.Former Schalke and Congolese defender Hiannick Kamba has been found to be alive and well fo... -
![Ondo "Oloshos" Adult Workers Now Do "Home Delivery" Service For Their Customers]()
Ondo "Oloshos" Adult Workers Now Do "Home Delivery" Service For Their Customers
Despite ongoing efforts to combat the pandemic to a standstill, Coronavirus has continued to take a severe toll on Nigerians and the economy of the country.Like every category of workers and business owners in the country, the lull in commercial and economic activities has also gotten to commercial... -
![Video:Sucking Br3ast Makes Me Energetic While Preaching - Ghanaian Pastor Nanasei Opoku Reveals]()
Video:Sucking Br3ast Makes Me Energetic While Preaching - Ghanaian Pastor Nanasei Opoku Reveals
It appears pastors are privy to a lot of secrets that keep them going but their followers have no idea how come their men of God are always healthy and looking fresh.Ghanaian pastor, Prophet Nanasei Opoku Sarkodie of Potter’s City at Miotso Prampram got excited and blew the cover on one of his to... -
![134 Boko Haram, ISWAP Members Massacred In Bloody Battle With Nigeria Military]()
134 Boko Haram, ISWAP Members Massacred In Bloody Battle With Nigeria Military
In a sustained renewed efforts to end insurgents activities in the North-East of the country, the Nigerian military has killed 134 members of the Boko Haram and Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists The Coordinator, Defence Media Operations, Major General John Enenche made this ... -
![Lack Of PPE, Ogun Nurses Wear Polythene Bags To Treat Suspected COVID-19 Patient (Photo)]()
Lack Of PPE, Ogun Nurses Wear Polythene Bags To Treat Suspected COVID-19 Patient (Photo)
Due to the lack of PPE, nurses in Ogun state have been spotted wearing polythene bags to treat a coronavirus patient.As a way of preventing them from contracting coronavirus, some nurses of the Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta, Ogun state have been seen wearing polythene bags. According to Politics... -
![Nigerian Doctor Based In US, Vivian N King Writes As She Recovers From Coronavirus]()
Nigerian Doctor Based In US, Vivian N King Writes As She Recovers From Coronavirus
A US based Nigerian doctor who experienced what it felt like to be infected with the novel COVID19 but has now recovered from it has written about the reality of the pandemic.Taking to her facebook wall, the lady identified as Vivian N King, wrote: I’m a survivor. Stay safe guys. The virus is rea... -
![Katsina Govt. Sealed Off Emir's Palace After Several People Test Positive For Coronavirus]()
Katsina Govt. Sealed Off Emir's Palace After Several People Test Positive For Coronavirus
The Emir of Daura’s Palace has been sealed off by the Katsina state government after several people within the palace tested positive for coronavirus.It was gathered that the government was forced to make the decision due to positive cases of the virus recorded in the palace.The secretary to the ... -
![245 Cases Of Coronavirus Confirmed As Toll Jumps To 2802]()
245 Cases Of Coronavirus Confirmed As Toll Jumps To 2802
A total of 245 COVID-19 cases were confirmed in Nigeria on Monday.The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, NCDC, confirmed this in a post on its official Twitter page.With this development, the total number of confirmed cases of coronavirus now stands at 2802.NCDC tweeted, “245 new cases of #COVI... -
![Panic in Jigawa State As Over 100 People Die Mysteriously Due to unknown Illness]()
Panic in Jigawa State As Over 100 People Die Mysteriously Due to unknown Illness
Late April 2020, over 600 people died mysteriously in Kano state, now over 100 people are said to have died within the last ten days in Hadejia Local Government Area of Jigawa state.This was made known by the Special Assistant to the Local Council Chairman on Media, Sani Kakabori on Channels Televi... -
![Chris Oyakhilome Calls Out Pastors Who Collected Money From Govt to Support Closure Of Churches]()
Chris Oyakhilome Calls Out Pastors Who Collected Money From Govt to Support Closure Of Churches
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome has called out pastors who support the continuous closure of churches despite ease on lockdown around the nation as Nigeria battles with the deadly COVID-19.While preaching in his church recently, Oyakhilome said the governement held meetings with several pastors and leaders... -
![PHOTOS: Meet The 'Real Life Barbie' With World Biggest Lips After Over 15 Lip Surgeries]()
PHOTOS: Meet The 'Real Life Barbie' With World Biggest Lips After Over 15 Lip Surgeries
A 'Real-Life Barbie' who believes she has the biggest lips in the world has undergone her 20th lip injection.Andrea Ivanova, from Bulgaria, has spent thousands of pounds on more than 20 hyaluronic acid lip injections in her bid to be more 'fashionable'The 22-year-old who recentl... -
![PTF Chairman, Boss Mustapha Says Nigerians Have Failed To Adhere To Lockdown Ease Rules]()
PTF Chairman, Boss Mustapha Says Nigerians Have Failed To Adhere To Lockdown Ease Rules
The Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19 says many Nigerians have failed to adhere strictly to advisories regarding the lockdown relaxation.This was made known by the PTF through its Chairman, Boss Mustapha, in its briefing on Monday.He said close monitoring of activities on Monday revealed th... -
![Comedian, Cute Abiola Finally Released By Nigerian Navy After Been Accused Of Public Misconduct]()
Comedian, Cute Abiola Finally Released By Nigerian Navy After Been Accused Of Public Misconduct
The Nigerian Navy disciplinary panel on the April 30, 2020, arrested popular Instagram comedian, Cute Abiola also known as Ankara Gucci over what they deemed as public misconduct on the side of the young Naval Officer on his birthday.It should be recalled the young talent took to social media to sh...
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