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…
Dwyane Wade: Heat Player Scores A Fashion Line
Surprise! Another athlete has a fashion line. Miami’s Heat’s own Dwyane Wade teamed up with Chinese sportswear company Li-ning, to create a clothing label. The 30-year-old hired NYC-based shoe designer, Alejandro Ingelmo…
Nigeria’s World Trade Centre to open in Abuja
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Senator Bala Mohammed has that the World Trade Centre, currently under construction in Abuja, will open next year. The gigantic structure, which will…
R28 Events Releases TV Commercial for EME’s Baddest Concert (Video)
R28 Events, the leading events management company in Nigeria is sparing no cost in assembling the finest concert for music lovers this Christmas. The concert dubbed, 'Baddest' is said to…
N5/Minute Phone Calls Around the Corner
Nigerian phone subscribers could start enjoying lower call rates as industry interconnect rates which directly affect call rates are set to fall. This is due to the fact that the…
Uduaghan Administration Routinely Sends Money to Ibori – EFCC
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has said that the $15 million bribe money given to former EFCC Chairman, Nuhu Ribadu by imprisoned ex-Governor of Delta State, James Ibori should…
Golden Eaglets Thump Akwa Ibom Selected 6-1
The Golden Eaglets preserved their unbeaten run by trouncing Akwa Ibom State selected side 6-1 at the Uyo Township Stadium on Sunday. Coach Manu Garba said it was great the…
I’m Glad I’m Not A City Man – Van Persie
Robin Van Persie says he has no regrets over rejecting City for United in Manchester. The Dutch striker, 29, has smashed 13 goals in 19 games since his £22 million…
How Successful Career Women Can Get and Keep a Man
You know, sometimes it seems the more “right” you do in your career, as a woman, the less successful you’ll be in love and relationships—that is, according to the constant…
December 21st Doomsday Facts
Either the world will end on Dec. 21, or it won't. Your view depends on whether you believe in a much-publicized but debunked interpretation of the Mayan calendar, or you…
N5 Trillion Theft: Presidency Slams Punch Newspapers
The Presidency has taken on Punch newspapers for its unflattering reports on the leadership style and activities of the President Goodluck Jonathan administration. Punch Newspapers reported on November 25th, that…
Amy Winehouse’s Ex-boyfriend in Rape Scandal
The former fiance of late singer Amy Winehouse raped a friend as she slept and then told her: ‘I always wanted to do this to you’, a court heard yesterday.…
BlackBerry Messenger 7 Adds Free Wi-Fi Voice Calls
Research in Motion has recently announced that with BBM 7, users can now make voice calls to other BBM users around the world over a Wi-Fi connection with a new…
Executive Money Laundering: $100 Million Seized at Airports in 2012
About $100m or N15.5bn has been intercepted at Nigerian airports, according to the chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Mr Ibrahim Lamorde. He also disclosed that the commission…
Rita Dominic Wins Best Actress of the year award in Kenya
Rita Dominic, a Nollywood actress had just added another award to her trophies cabinet in Kenya on Sunday. Rita was announced of the winner of the 2012 best actress of…