Miss Ambassador For Peace Beauty Pageant Finalists.

Former Gov. Ikedi Ohakim Explains Why He Quit Politics.

In everything I've ever done for the people of Imo State, I did and still doing for our collective good. Even when I was lied against, I still never and will never bear any evil against the people of Imo State.
My desire is for a home I and my children can confidently call our own. My decision to quit partisan politics for now and focus more on mentoring our youths is in line with this desire.

Ray J calls Kanye West a shamless hypocrite for embracing Kim's sex tape

Ray J has been telling his crew that Kanye West is a hypocrite for embracing his wife's sex tape now that it suits his purposes. He also blasted him for daring to write a song about the famous video.
According to the TMZ report, Ray is furious that Kanye spoke about the sex tape during the VMAs and that he even gave him a shout-out when at the onset, he wasn't pleased about it. He feels that Kanye is two-faced for initially condemning the tape but now embracing it just to make money.

Ebonyi State Governor's Brother, Two Others Arrested Over N400m Campaign Fund

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Monday arrested one Austin Umahi, brother to the current governor of Ebonyi State, David Umahi, along with two others – Chinyere Egwuche and Mabel Dikibo – over a N400million slush fund linked to the 2015 presidential campaign of the Peoples Democratic Party.

Rooney Confirms 2018 World Cup Will Be His Last Tournament With England

Wayne Rooney has confirmed the 2018 World Cup in Russia will be his last with England.
Speaking at a news conference ahead of the opening World Cup qualifier with Slovakia on Sunday Rooney confirmed he plans to call it a day in two years' time.

Court Refuses To Stop Kashamu’s Arrest

A Federal High Court in Abuja Tuesday declined to grant an order sought by Senator Buruji Kashamu to restrain the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigeria Police (NPF) from arresting and extraditing to the United States.

Naomi Campbell slays for Paper Magazine

  Naomi Campbell is breathtaking on Paper's 1000 Beautiful People cover.The 46 year old supermodel also revealed she is open to younger models in the industry..She said “If a young model asks me for advice or if I can help them, I will. I'm very much supportive of young artists, young photographers, young models. There is nothing wrong with sharing; I think you should. And I never do it expecting anything in return."

Alicia Keys defends her decision to go makeup free

 Following criticisms in some quarters as to her being against makeup,Alicia Keys has made it clear she is not anti-makeup but just doesn't feel like having makeup on..She says ''Do You''..

'Fulani herdsman' nabbed with sophisticated gun in Enugu State

 A suspected Fulani herdsman was arrested yesterday, August 30, in Affa Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State.
The suspect identified as one Ibrahim Adamumale and said to be about 20 years old was allegedly in possession of AK 47 Riffle with 24 rounds of live ammunition. Upon interrogation, he claims to be from Nassarawa State but lives at Hausa quarters 9th Mile.The suspect is now helping the police in their investigations.

Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg is in Nigeria

 According to findings, Zuckerberg is here to learn and take ideas on how Facebook can help the development and entrepreneurship of Africa with better support tech. His first stop on this visit has been to Co-Creation Hub

Reno Omokri reacts to Garba Shehu's tweet that Pres. Buhari likes reading cartoons

Mallam Dauda Lawal, has revealed what he told the Economic and Financial Crime Commission

The Executive Director in charge of Public Sector at First Bank, Mallam Dauda Lawal, has revealed what he told the Economic and Financial Crime Commission when he was detained sometimes ago.
Lawal, in a statement in Abuja on Wednesday, said that he was actually questioned about his relationship with a former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Mrs. Diezani Alison-Madueke.
He said it was true that his “name has featured prominently in the EFCC investigations of Mrs. Deziani Allison-Madueke, the former Minister of Petroleum Resources under the government of President Goodluck Jonathan”.

We regret giving our votes, we regret it- Chibok community members say as they staged protest in Abuja

Chairman of the Chibok Community in Borno state, Hosea Tsambido has said he and other members of the Chibok community regret giving out their votes during the 2015 general election.
Tsambido, who spoke during the Bring Back Our Girls march to Aso Rock this morning, said no government official has reached out to them since the new video showing their abducted daughters was released by Boko Haram members on Sunday August 14th.

My biggest failure was exposing my private life too much- Tiwa Savage says

In her recent interview with Elle magazine, singer Tiwa Savage said her biggest failure was exposing her private life too much and that addressing speculations only fueled crises than resolved it. She says she has chosen not to address anything anymore..
    "My biggest failure was exposing my private life too much. There will always be speculations but by addressing it, you are adding my fuel to the fire. I now choose not to address anything"she said
In the interview, Tiwa said the greatest love of her life is her son, Jamal. She also said for her, the most attractive quality in a man is sensitivity.

Mikel Obi to donate his own share of $200,000 gift from Japanese surgeon to his teammates

After Japanese multi millionaire surgeon Katsuya Takasu kept to his promise by donating $390,000 to Nigeria's team that won Bronze at Rio 2016, reports now have it that Mikel Obi has agreed to donate part of his own share to his U-23 teammates at the just concluded Rio 2016.
Some earlier reports had revealed that the NFF wanted to take some share of the gift from the surgeon, but the NFF over the weekend dismissed such reports in a series of tweets saying they only wanted to ensure due process.

Kaduna state govt set to ban use of High energy consuming bulb in the state

 Kaduna state government is set to ban the use of high energy consuming bulb in the state. According to government sources, the move is to help reduce the amount of money being spent on electricity bills in the state. All ministries, agencies and departments in the state are currently making use of Energy saving bulbs.
The state government will next year begin a sensitization campaign against use of High energy consuming bulbs before placing a ban on it. 

John Kerry’s Visit: Beyond The Cover Story By Reuben Abati

     Essential elements of intelligence and the intelligence cycle in overseas relations include what is better described as “the cover story”. It is an old conundrum referring to the story that is put out to the public and sustained as a narrative to mask far more strategic interests in government-to- government relations.
It is based on that established thin line between the right to know and the need to know and indeed in diplomatic relations, if ordinary people are allowed to know everything, there will be utter chaos on the streets around the world.

Photos: Patience Jonathan, Rotimi Amaechi, Gov Okezie Ikpeazu, Godswill Akpabio, others at the funeral of Ojo Madueke

 The of former minister of Foreign Affairs, Ojo Maduekwe was laid to rest at his hometown in Asaga, Ohafia local government area of Abia on Saturday August 20th. Former First lady Patience Jonathan, Governor Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia state and his wife, Senator Godswill Akpabio, Senator Orji, Minister of Transport Rotimi Amaechi and others attended the funeral service which held at the Presbyterian Church of Nigeria. More photos after the cut......

NDLEA arrests man with N9.8m fake currency(Photo)

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency in Kwara on Friday said it arrested Mohammed Adamu for possessing N9.8 million fake currency notes.
The NDLEA Commander in the state, Mr Apeh Reuben, who presented the suspect to newsmen in Ilorin said the fake currency were mainly N1,000 notes,concealed the fake notes in a carton of noodles wrapped with cello tape.
He said that the suspect was arrested while on transit to Kano on Aug. 9, 2016.
The commander said that Adamu conspired with a yet-to-be-identified individual in Ilorin to carry out the act.
He said,

Photos:Vector Tha Viper and Beverly Naya stun on the cover of Impelling Magazine

  Rapper, Vector Tha Viper and rising actress, Beverly Naya on the new edition of lifestyle magazine, Impelling Magazine. More photos after the cut

Dauda Lawal: Changing the face of the Nigerian Banking Industry

"It is only a matter of time until Nigeria develops into one of the greatest economies in the world".
Mr. Dauda Lawal graduated from Ahmadu Bello University in 1987 with B.Sc in Political Science, obtained M.Sc, Political Science/International Relations from the same University in 1992 and holds a PhD in Business Administration from Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto
A man of goals, commitment and action; when he sets his eyes on a target, inspiration follows, sophisticated strategy, passionate effort and hard work, he gets the work done!

Photo:Fraudsters hold businessman hostage, force him to sign N8m cheque

The police in Abuja have arrested three suspected fraudsters, who held a businessman hostage at Durumi, Area One, seized his property documents and forced him to sign a Diamond bank cheque for N8,050,000.
The gang also cashed three additional cheques totalling N450,000 from the bank account of their victim before their operation was foiled by the police, who responded to a distress call from residents.
The suspects, Okechukwu Emeka (39), Ugorji Maranatha (37) and Momoh Jimoh were arrested soon after.
The businessman, identified as Mr. Efulu, had advertised online that a duplex at Prince and Princess Estate, Gaduwa, Abuja, was for sale with a N160m price tag.

My sexy pregnant wife By Charly Boy

I remember back in the days, when I was in the baby making business. I always admired, loved, pampered and overprotected my wife, more. That's how come I was witness to the birth of our last two girls, (now grown ass women). 

Yea, I loved her more each time I gave her a Big Bang belly. She glowed more, in my eyes she was sexier,(still is). Don't know about you, but there is something sexy about pregnant women that always suggests that they should be treated and handled with tender, loving, care. They are not only  special but sexy as well.

FRSC to enforce use of speed limit devices on all commercial vehicles from October 1st

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) will on October 1st commence the enforcement of use of speed limiters on all commercial vehicles nationwide. Corps Marshal of FRSC, Boboye Oyeyemi announced this during a meeting held at the FRSC National Headquarters Abuja yesterday August 10th with stakeholders from relevant government agencies and road transport unions in attendance.

Baby Girl With Two Heads Born In Indonesia (Photo)

A baby girl has been born with two heads in Indonesia. The newborn was delivered on Monday in a hospital in Gresik on the East Java province of Indonesia.
The infant is currently in an incubator under the care of nurses at Ibnu Sina General Hospital.
The girl weighed in at 4.2 kg and was diagnosed with Parapagus, a rare form of partial twinning where there are two heads and two necks side by side on one torso.

Patoranking, Oc Ikeje, AY, Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo, Aliko Dangote & Yakubu Dogara nominated for Peace Achievers Awards 2016

Each year, the Peace Ambassador Agency recognizes individuals and organizations in Africa who have demonstrated strong commitment to serving their community while maintaining a global mindset. Founded in 2012, the Peace Achievers Awards encourage leaders and organizations in Africa to continue to be forces for positive change, to inspire thoughtful dialogue about the issues facing our community and our world, and to bring together the best and the brightest in Africa to work together towards a more peaceful future.

Happy Birthday Mekoyo....

Happy birthday to you @mrmekoyo.you have been an inspiration to the music industry.A Legendary producer.Oh i forgot,he is also my Husband ''wink''

UK Launches 24-Hour Visa Service in Nigeria

 The UK has launched Super Priority Visa Service in Nigeria to allow customers to process their applications within 24 hours.
The British High Commission, on its website, said the new service was to particularly meet the needs of those who required urgent service to travel.
The High Commission quoted the British High Commissioner, Paul Arkwright, as welcoming the introduction of the Super Priority Visa service in Nigeria.

'We underestimated the damage to Nigeria when we offered change' - Sen Bala Ibn Na'allah

Deputy Leader of the Senate, Senator Bala Ibn Na'allah has said his party, APC, underestimated the damage done to Nigeria by the last administration when they offered change during the campaign last year. According to Na'allah, the present hardship being experienced by many Nigerians is as a result of the problems created by the last administration. He said this in a new interview with Daily Trust.
    "I am a Nigerian first before becoming a senator and therefore, if it worries Nigerians, I should equally be worried. But, the thing is that I don’t have the authority to speak on behalf of my party. It is equally true that I don’t have the authority to speak on behalf of the Senate. But, as a citizen and as a senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, from the perspective I have seen things, it is obvious that the APC led federal government underestimated the damage that was done to the country when they offered themselves to provide the change Nigerians required.

Donald Trump accuses President Obama of being the 'founder of ISIS and Hillary Clinton, the co-founder'

 Donald Trump on Wednesday, accused President Barack Obama of founding the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant group, ISIS. The Republican candidate emphasized the president's full legal name: Barack Hussein Obama, in the latest attack on the White House campaign trail.
    "In many respects, you know, they honour President Obama," Trump said during a raucous campaign rally outside Fort Lauderdale, Florida. "He is the founder of ISIS."

Parents complain after FG increased fees of Unity schools from N20k to N75k

Parents who have children in Federal government owned schools (Unity schools) are complaining at the sudden increase in schools fees. A circular sent to the parents on June 1st stated that fees have been increased from N20,000 to N75,000, that is about 375% increment.
At the end of its National Excutive meeting yesterday August 7th, the president of the National Parents and Teachers Association of the Federal Government Colleges, Gabriel Nnaji, said it is untimely and insensitive of FG to increase fees in this period of economic hardship.

Rio Olympics: World No.1 Novak Djokovic cries after he's eliminated by Argentina's Juan Martin in 1st round

World number one male Tennis player Novak Djokovic was left in tears as he was shockingly eliminated in the first round of Rio Olympics by a determined Juan Martin del Potro who beat him 7-6 7-6 .
Novak representing Serbia was shocked by Argentina's Del Potro, who had spent 40 minutes stuck in an elevator in the athletes' village earlier on Sunday.

Nigerians Should Ask Obasanjo How He Became One Of The Richest After Leaving Office- Ex Speaker

A former speaker of the House of Representatives, Ghali Umar Na’Abba, yesterday fired back at former President Olusegun Obasanjo on his allegation that members of the National Assembly are corrupt.
Na’Abba, while fielding questions from newsmen in Kano said Obasanjo was one of the most corrupt Nigerians. He said the former president should explain to Nigerians how he became one of the richest Nigerians after leaving office, when he had virtually nothing before he assumed office.

Nigeria, 2016 Olympics And Other Stories by Reuben Abati

'' I hear we are no longer Nigeria, but the United States of Nigeria”

“You didn’t hear anything. Stop being hypocritical, my friend.”

“But the incumbent Minister of Sports is on record as having said something like that”

“I know. That dumb Minister who wears the red cap that looks like something taken and approved from a shrine?”

MEND still plans to assassinate me- Goodluck Jonathan, denies sponsoring Niger Delta Avengers

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has reacted to online media reports claiming that ‎he is a co-sponsor of militant group, Niger Delta Avengers. An alleged faction of the group had released a statement over the weekend claiming that himself and some other politicians like Rivers state governor Nyesom Wike, Senator Godswill Akpabio, Raymond Dokpesi and many others were sponsors of the group.
In a swift reaction, former President Goodluck Jonathan released a statement through his media aide Ikechukwu Eze denying the claims by the group. ‎In the state, Jonathan stated that he has always been in the pursuit of peace. He stated that another militant group, MEND which tried to assassinate him during the 2010 Independence day celebration are still after him. The statement in part reads

Photos: President Buhari departs Abuja for Chad

 President Buhari departed Abuja for Chad this morning where he will join other heads of government for the inauguration of Chadian president Idriss Deby for a fifth term as Chad's president

5 of the 13 inmates that escaped during the Kogi jailbreak on Saturday have been rearrested

Five of the inmates who escaped during the jailbreak at the Koton Karfe prison in Kogi state on Saturday July 30th have been arrested. The jailbreak occurred at about 7am. The arrest of the inmates was disclosed in a statement by the Director of Press, Ministry of Interior, Willie Bassey.

Ndigbo youths warn against attempts to remove Ekweremadu as Deputy Senate President

Ohaneze Ndigbo Youth Council have warned against any attempt to remove deputy senate president Ike Ekweremadu from office. Ekweremadu is currently standing trial alongside senate President Bukola Saraki and two others on allegations of forgery of senate standing order.
The Ohaneze Ndigbo youths in a statement released by the co-coordinator Abuja and Liaison Officer, Northern Region of Ohanaeze Youth, Obasi Ogbonnaya, said any attempt to remove Ekweremadu will fail as Nigerians are comfortable with the current leadership of the senate.

Photos: Nigerian gay man David Ukre weds his partner Eric in America

A Nigerian Gay man David Ukre, who hails from Warri, Delta state, got married to his white partner Eric T. Shoen in New York, on Saturday July 30th.

Men-O-Pause - by Charly Boy

     If you are above 40yrs old, then you have every business reading this. If not however, you still need to go ahead and read because your own time dey come.
    I mostly talk about the experiences I have been through, to talk to me and some times to heal me or some of the people I counsel. I share things I have learnt, so others can pick any positives that may help them in their journey through life. Na so.