Mark Amaza: Okonjo’s Kidnap, Is Any Nigerian Safe?

It is no news that Nigeria is a highly insecure country, especially going by the events of the past two years. Despite continuous assurances from the Presidency that we are

Etinosa Osayimwen: Nigeria, A Nation In Darkness

Electric Power is the engine that drives industrialization, which improves communication, helps innovation in science and Technology, provides sound healthcare delivery system and improves citizens’ standard of living. Thus, a

Kidnappers Mansion Discovered In Delta

The Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) unit of the Lagos State police command has discovered a mansion suspected to belong to alleged kidnapping kingpin, Abanara (other names withheld). The magnificent mansion

My Son is Not Laundering Money On My Behalf – Governor Lamido

The governor of Jigawa state has dismissed as "false" and mischievous" reports that his son, Aminu Lamido was engaged in money laundering on his behalf. The governor's son was caught at

Eyecandy of the Week: Brazilian Songstress Pamela Alexandra

This week's eye candy is Brazilian songstress Pamela Alexandra is a beauty to behold, with curves that will set any man's heart on fire. Every red-blooded heterosexual man must make

How To Deal With Five Common Offenders At Your Office Party (INFOGRAPHIC)

We’ve all been to them – those riotous office parties that rapidly degenerate into debauchery, and other shenanigans. In order to ensure you keep your dignity and job. Here's what

Ahmed Musa Is Russian League Winter Champions With CSKA

Nigeria international Ahmed Musa has ended the year with his club CSKA Moscow top of the Russian league on 43 points. CSKA Moscow lead the standings two points clear of

Woman Caught Smuggling Cocaine Inside Her Breasts

A woman has been arrested by airport police carrying almost three pounds of cocaine in her breasts. Not in her bra, no—inside her breasts. You can see the cocaine implants in

Lebanon, Portugal Arrive For Copa Lagos

Lebanon and Portugal will touch down in Lagos in the next few hours as they compete in the 2nd edition of Copa Lagos. The Beach Soccer tournament which has FCMB

Anti-Corruption Network Protests N2.1 Billion Mint Scandal

A group, the Anti-Corruption Network, on Monday staged a protest at the Victoria Island, Lagos offices of the Nigerian Security Printing and Minting Company, NSPMC, over the missing N2.1bn. it

Senate Beams Spotlight on East-West Road Contract Inflated By N107 billion

The Senate has called in the contractors handling the East-West Road and the Ministry of Niger-Delta for explanations regarding the road construction after it discovered a variation in the contract

I’m Not Dating Anyone – Iyanya

Iyanya has refused to confirm whether he's currently dating Tonto Dikeh and if he ever dated Yvonne Nelson. The entertainer prefers to keep his fans guessing and the tongues of

Stella Damascus Gets Engaged

Popular Nollywood actress Stella Damasus was seen recently at the 2012 Mode Men of the Year Awards. The actress clad in a gorgeous black gown flashed a ring which suggests

Delta Insecurity: Contractor Flees Site After Expat Kidnap

The contractor handling the East-West Road project in Delta State, the multi-million naira Trans-Warri-Ode-Itsekhiri Bridge and other roads has pulled its workers out of the sites until security in the

PHCN Staff Settle Compensation Dispute With FG

Prolonged negotiations between electricity workers and the Federal Government over their pension pay-out came to an end on Tuesday night in favour of the workers. The agreement reached early Tuesday

Is Davido Addicted to Groupies? (PHOTO)

Davido is one of the most talented young artists in the industry, undoubtedly. However he seems to jump from one scandal to another. This is probably due to the fact

Italian Police Hunt for Killer of 27 year old Nigerian Girl

Franca Albumen was like any other regular 27-year-old woman. She liked fashion, parties and looked forward to making a success of her life. Her aspirations were cut short in the

Money Laundering: Governor Lamido’s Son Apprehended

Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC,  Wednesday morning, arrested Aminu Lamido, eldest son of the Jigawa State Governor, Alh. Sule Lamido over money laundering allegations. He was

Kidnappers Demand Okonjo-Iweala’s Resignation

According to ThisDay reports, the abductors of Queen Okonjo who telephoned the family at noon on Monday, initially demanded to speak with Okonjo-Iweala, but were not allowed to do so. Rather, they

FG May Impose Ban on Vehicles Older Than 8 Years

The National Automotive Council has called on the government to impose a ban on the importation of vehicles older than 8 years in order to reduce the rate of accidents

FG, Chinese Consortium Agree to Build N163 billion Power Plant

The Federal Government signed an agreement with a consortium of two Chinese firms to build a hydro power plant at Zungeru, Niger State. The consortium is made up of China

Taye Taiwo Returns to Marseille

Super Eagles defender Taiye Taiwo returned to his former French club Olympique Marseille over the weekend as he was part of the crowd that watched the Ligue 1 game between

Rick Ross Talks Choking Young Jeezy, Explains Tour Cancellation (Video)

Rick Ross obviously took offence to the reports saying that he cancelled the rest of his headline tour due to threats emanating from the Gangsta Disciples, a north-American street gang.

Study: Smartphone Dieters Shed More Pounds

People anticipating weight gain over the holiday season can look toward mobile technology to help them shed those extra pounds, suggests new research. Patients in weight loss treatment programs lost

Facebook helps FBI take down $850 Million Criminal Enterprise

Facebook helped the FBI take down an international crime ring that used a botnet to infect 11 million computers and steal more than $850 million, one of the largest cybercrime

Beyonce Lands $4 Million Deal to Perform at Las Vegas New Year’s Eve Party

R&B songstress and world-class diva Beyonce cannot stop raking the millions in. Only recently a $40 million Pepsi deal was announced, and now Wynn Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas

Nigeria, Switzerland Agree to Tackle Terrorism Financiers

The governments of Nigeria and Switzerland on Tuesday reaffirmed their commitment to cutting off sources of funding for terrorism activities in Nigeria and West Africa in general. The Permanent Secretary,

Have You Seen Him: Ex-Governor Audu Declared Wanted by EFCC

Following the inability of its operatives yesterday to arrest the former governor of Kogi State, Prince Abubakar Audu, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has declared him wanted. Sources at

Delta State Insecurity: Expatriate Kidnapped, Soldier Killed, Judge Escapes Assassination

The spate of insecurity in Delta state has reached disturbing levels. Even as the kidnap of Professor Okonjo is still on the tip of the tongue of all and sundry,

Ex-Destiny’s Child Member Michelle Dating Nigerian Football Star

Michelle Williams, the ex-Destiny’s Child singer has been linked to former Nigerian NFL baller Adewale “Wale” Ogunleye for the past couple of years. Wale has also been linked to other famous bangers