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Lady dies in accident hours after her convocation

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A recent graduate of Tai Solarin University of Education, Ogun State, was involved in a fatal accident yesterday, shortly after her convocation ceremony. Deborah, a graduate of English Language, attended her convocation ceremony at TASUED on Wednesday, November 28. She celebrated with her mates and took photos. As fate will have it, on her way home, she was involved in an accident and, sadly, didn't survive it. 

Nigerian Army says 38 and not 118 soldiers died in Metele attacks

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The Nigeriam army has put the figure of its officers that died in the various attacks carried out by Boko Haram this month at 39 and not 118. In a statement issued on behalf of the chief of army staff, Sani Usman, a brigadier general, said the 53 soldiers were wounded in the various attacks that was carried out by members of the Islamic State in West Africa (ISWA), a faction of the Boko Haram sect. Part of the statement reads “In the recent weeks, Nigerian troops deployed in the North East of Nigeria under Operation LAFIYA DOLE have come under series of attacks by large numbers of Boko Haram Terrorists,” he said. “Specifically, the Nigerian Army troops deployed at KUKAWA, NGOSHE, KARETO and GAJIRAM came under attack at different times within a 2 week period from 2 – 17th November 2018. Each of these incidents were successfully repelled and several members of the terrorists were killed. However, a total of 16 personnel were killed in the course of these attacks while 12

Nicolas Cage is helping his son Weston to pay $8k-a-month child support for his two kids with second wife

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Hollywood actor,  Nicolas Cage , will reportedly be helping his son to pay for his monthly child support for his two kids with his second wife This comes after the actor's son Weston Cage, 27,  recently settled his divorce from second wife  Danielle. In a new report by Mail Online, it was revealed that the singer-and-actor will be handing over half of a 'monthly gift' he receives from his dad to his former partner and their two children,  Lucian , four, and two-year-old  Sorin. According to The Blast, Danielle has sole legal and primary physical custody of the kids and Weston, who has been granted visitation, must pay $8,000 a month in family support. The sum is taken from the $16,000 a month he gets from his famous dad and will be used to help with car payments, rent and health insurance for Danielle and the children, the publication added.

FG freezes bank accounts of suspects on ‘looters list’

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The bank accounts of suspects being tried in court over allegations of corruption by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and whose names appear on the looters list released by the Federal government earlier this year, have been allegedly frozen on the orders of the Federal government. This is according to a report by TheCable. The embargo placed on the accounts is part of the implementation of the Executive Order No. 6 on the “preservation of suspicious assets connected with corruption and other relevant offences” signed by President Buhari in October 2018. A former Minister who confirmed this development, said he tried to withdraw money from his account recently but couldn't. “I issued a cheque of N250,000 to a friend and it was turned down. When I called my account officer, he invited me for a meeting, where I was told there is a ‘post no debit’ instruction on all my accounts because of the executive order. They told me I am not the only on

7 Practical tips to make you feel safer on your Taxify Ride

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After a long day, all you want is a comfortable and safe ride home. To make your ride experience as pleasant as can be, we take many steps to improve service quality. From improved driver screenings to a share your ETA function, we’re watching out for you on every ride! Here’s a snapshot of seven practical tips to make the best out of your Taxify ride: Stay safe before your driver arrives Stay inside the building or in a safe location until your driver arrives, especially at night. Hanging around on the side of the road with a cellphone in your hand or your valuables at sight can be a risk. Remember, you’ll be notified when your driver arrives, so it’s reasonable to wait inside until then. 2. Double check the driver’s identity When you are paired with a driver, you can see your driver’s photo, name, current rating, vehicle plate and model on your app. Be sure to cross check the vehicle in front of you against the one on the driver’s profile. If anything doesn

2019 elections: INEC budgets N85bn on Logistics

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Ahead of the 2019 general election, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it has budgeted N85 billion for logistics during the election. Disclosing this when she spoke at a round table discussion between the Commission and the NURTW, RTEAN and NARTO, in Abuja, on Wednesday, INEC’s Head of Health and Welfare, Amina Zakari, said it will cost the Commission at least N10 billion, on logistics, to conduct a single election. “We have earmarked N85 billion on logistics for the 2019 general elections. For a two-day election, which is the least number of days to conduct election, it cost about N10 billion on logistics. You can imagine what would be involved if we had to conduct the elections in more than one day; like the presidential separately, National Assembly and even the cost of conducting five elections separately. “These costs exclude leasing of boats in riverine areas, additional gunboats for security, hiring helicopter for other areas affected by ins

Brand new Video : Yawa- Ice Prince ft Peruzzi (starring Dabota Lawson)

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Rapper and singer, Ice Prince has released the visuals to his hot single 'Yawa' feat DMW star, Peruzzi. The video also stars former beauty queen, Dabota Lawson. see the video below.

Photos: Pastor arrested in Uganda for allegedly sodomising underage male member of his church

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Police have arrested a pastor affiliated to Living Gospel Church located in Mukono, and The Fellowship of Affirming Ministries in Uganda, for allegedly sodomising a 16 year old male member of his flock. Simon Mpinga alias Pastor Ronnie 31 was arrested on Wednesday, November 27, following a report filed against him by the victim. According to a case reported at Mukono Police Station, it's alleged that the victim had requested for 20000/= (Twenty Thousand Uganda Shillings) from the pastor. He however told the boy that the money was at his home. Mpinga asked the victim to proceed and wait for him in his house, promising to provide him with the requested financial assistance. In his statement the victim said that the pastor arrived at home late in company of his friend and offered him some booze which he declined. Mpinga then convinced the victim to sleep over since it was already too late for him to return home. "In the middle of the night he started caressing, s

Daddy Showkey calls BBNaija's Deeone a 'mumu' for saying Nigerians deserve darkness

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Yesterday, comedian and ex BBNaija housemate, Deeone made a video justifying why Nigerians don't deserve to have 24-hours electricity. Reacting to his video, veteran musician, Daddy Showkey describes him as a 'mumu' and went on to question his thinking capabilities.

Yahoo boy runs mad and starts confessing at his father's funeral

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A bizarre incident happened at agbior park, ohovbe junction in Benin city, Edo state on Thursday morning. A suspected internet fraudster aka Yahoo Plus boy, reportedly ran mad and began to confess all his illicit activities at his father's funeral.  Facebook user, Okan Godswill, who shared the video online, said the yahoo boy told the gathering that his father died in a Lexus jeep he bought for him two weeks ago. He allegedly confessed to have used other persons for rituals in his pursuit for sudden wealth. ''Happening now live at agbior park ohovbe junction benin city...yahoo boy bought car for his father after two weeks his father died..here running mad n confessing people he has killed..please ladies be careful...''Okan wrote

Blac Chyna is heading to trial with the Kardashian and Jenner family over claims they damaged her career

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Blac Chyna  is heading to trial with the  Kardashian and Jenner family  over claims they damaged her career. This comes a year after the mother of two and ex-fiancee of  Rob Kardashian  filed a lawsuit against the Keeping Up With The Kardashian stars in October 2017 for damaging her career by canceling her hit TV series Rob & Chyna with her then-fiance Rob Kardashian. Her attorney,  Lisa Bloom  made the announcement in a statement she released on Wednesday. 'For over a year, Blac Chyna has been fighting to get her day in court against Robert Kardashian, Kris Jenner, Kim Kardashian West, Khloé Kardashian and Kylie Jenner,' Chyna's lawyer 'Chyna alleges that she was slut-shamed, defamed and the victim of a plot to kill her hit show, Rob & Chyna, causing her significant financial damages.' Bloom also stated that the Kardashian family has tried to avoid going to trial. 'The Kardashian family has filed numerous motions with the court, seeking

Man marries his guitar in Lagos and explains his reason (photos)

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A Nigerian singer from Abeokuta in Ogun state, got married to his guitar yesterday in Lagos, Nigeria. Harri Best arrived at his wedding venue with his guitar and other musical instruments. His guitar was covered in a white wedding dress as they got married. According to Harri, he decided to marry his first love - Music - because it is the one thing that he would die if he doesn't have. He also added that being married to music is the most sensible thing he has ever done because his music will never divorce him . He wrote: Yesterday 28th Nov 2018,was a beautiful day.I  #married  my 1st  #love  Music.Music has been the biggest love of my life,even before i could speak.I would literally DIE without it in my life.We've had many ups and downs,in facf more downs than ups.But i'm happiest when i'm with music.It makes me happy,makes me laugh and cry.Apart from my family,its the most important thing in my life.A close second is  #manchesterunited  ,3 friends,a

Lady who had butt enlargement injection dies after being injected with aeroplane lubricant

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A nightclub dancer who wanted Kim Kardashian butt has died after being injected with aeroplane lubricant. 26-year-old Fanny Kaina Solis Peraza, from Venezuela, moved to Peru for a better life and found work as a dancer in the city of Trujillo in the north-western Peruvian department of La Libertad.  In order to stand out on stage and be noticed by customers, she decided to have surgery to enlarge her backside. Peraza sought a beautician to inject her buttocks with a substance that will make them larger. She went to the El Virrey cosmetic salon where a transgender male surgeon offered her an affordable deal. According to Peraza's cousin, Maria Fernanda Abreu Gonzales, 25, the substance turned out to be industrial grade liquid silicone that was only meant for use on aeroplanes.  Hours later the dancer started to feel unwell and collapsed after suffering a massive allergic reaction. By the time her family took her to a local hospital she was unconscious. Doct

The only thing a Nigerian guy will never refuse to give a fellow guy is 'Condom' - Lady tweets

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'Never seen so much wack self-proclaimed rich people worried about a broke person' - Hushpuppi throws shade on Instagram

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Flamboyant Nigerian big boy,  Hushpuppi , took to Instagram to throw subtle shade at some people and many are wondering who he's talking about. He wrote: 'I still don’t understand why it is that when I try to act broke, people will be like, “ah hushpuppi u are rich jor” then when I try to act rich they will be like “don’t mind that guy he’s a broke nigga”.  'Can u people stay in one lane and leave me alone? If una stay I be broke nigga oya leave me to enjoy my broke in peace, Abi I will be broke and won’t have peace again? Never seen so much wack self-proclaimed rich people worried about a broke person like y’all in this world. Lemme jeje o. Bastard people that cannot help your situation but will help you be broadcasting your situation. Pls from now if anyone tells u I am poor, tell him if u are rich then help him if not u both are poor people or they should just shut up.' 

Embattled rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine sends his model girlfriend a $35,000 Rolex watch for her 22nd birthday from jail (Photos)

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Embattled American rapper,  Tekashi 6ix9ine , who is facing racketeering, conspiracy murder, assault, robbery, drugs, and firearms charges, sent his glamour model girlfriend a $35,000 Rolex all the way from prison. His girlfriend  Jade  celebrated her 22nd birthday on Tuesday in New York City, but the controversial rapper who couldn't attend as he awaits trial for racketeering and firearms charges, still sent his lover a diamond-studded watch for her birthday. The  41mm Rolex, was reportedly customised with 18k white and rose gold and 24 carats of VS diamonds. The lavish gift was hand-delivered to Jade by celebrity jeweller and ardent Tekashi supporter JimmyBoi, according to Mail Online. Taking to Instagram to thank her boo, Jade posted a photo of herself with it, saying, 'Best birthday ever.  Thank you baby :) your the best even when your not around.'(sic)   

Photo: Tosyn Bucknor has been laid to rest!

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Earlier today, late Inspiration FM OAP, Tosyn Bucknor who died on the 19th of November was laid to rest at the Ikoyi cemetery after her funeral service which held at the Harvesters International Christian Center. Last night, a special service of songs was held in her honour at Habour Point, Victoria Island, Lagos and was attended by notable names like Niniola, Falz, Babjide Sanwo-Olu, Chigul and others. May her soul rest in peace!

You are not going to find anybody more intelligent than me' -Ditan Okupe insists there'll be an economic revolution if Buhari wins a second term

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Ditan Okupe who is the son of Doyin Okupe was recently quoted as saying that Nigerians should call him a bastard if the country does not experience an economic turn around if Buhari wins a second term.

Photos: Seven female friends qualify as medical doctors in South Africa

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A group of young women who are best friends have qualified as doctors from the University of the Free State, South Africa.   “We are prepared for anything and everything; our MBChB prepared us for the worst. We are confident that we will be able to handle whatever comes our way,” said Tshepang Motete, 24.   Motete, originally from Marquard in the Free State, said she was proud to be the first person to become a doctor in her family.   Despite being born and bred in a rural area and being raised by parents who were not professionals, Motete said she was determined to make her dream a reality.   “The fact that I wasn’t born in a family of professionals really played a huge role ... because I took a decision to say I’d push against all odds,” she told TimesLIVE.         The group started off as classmates and ended up as friends in 2015.   “In our class there were probably 130 students, with only nine black girls, so we grew closer because we could

American athlete who proposed to his woman with 6 rings explains why he did that

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Earlier today, the news of a man who proposed to his woman with six rings led to a conversation on Twitter. The man, who is Dennis Brown II, an American fitness model and athlete, has now explained why he proposed to Atara Dallas with multiple engagement rings. He wrote: I didn't win  #6  rings like  @jumpman23  , but I won at life with her, so she deserves  #6  Rings to choose from.  See more photos from the proposal below.

Lagosians get ready to #BMaltavated! The Malta Guinness Maltavator Challenge Train arrives in Lagos this December!

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Having delivered exciting, thrilling and energetic moments to Nigerians in Ibadan, Benin, Enugu and Abuja, the Malta Guinness Maltavator Challenge Train arrives at the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos on the 1st of December, 2018! The Maltavator Challenge Audition train will be making its last stop in Lagos to search for more super-fit and talented contestants for the second season of the Maltavator Challenge TV show and it promises to be even more exciting and phenomenal, so if you haven’t had a chance to audition, or have a firsthand experience of the exciting auditions this is your final opportunity. The Maltavator Challenge is a Pan African TV show which will have contestants from Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroun, Cote D’Ivoire and Ethiopia, compete in mentally and physically challenging obstacle courses for a chance to win $20,000 and other fantastic prizes. The show will be aired on major TV stations across Nigeria and participating African countries. The Lagos auditions