Ice Prince Rapper to become ambassador for Jay Z's favourite drink?

Famous rapper Ice Prince Zamani might just become the first African ambassador for luxury French cognac that is a favourite of American rapper and mogul Jay Z: According to That1960chick, Nigerian rapper Ice Prince set to become the brand ambassador for luxury French cognac D'usse (pronounced dew-say). It was reported that Jay Z’s cousin & Roc Nation Executive Briant “Bee-High” Biggs who is a D'usse representative was recently in the Nigeria to finalize the deal between with Ice Prince. Pulse.ng reached Ice Prince's reps who said that the deal isn't finalized yet and they are still in talks about the business deal. Multiple award winning rapper Jay Z is a huge fan of the D'usse Cognac brand which costs about N8000. The VSOP is the drink Jay Z was sipping on in the 'drunk in love' video alongside wife Beyonce; and he called it great stuff "Hold up, that D’USSE is the shit if I do say so myself” The rapper whose other favourite brand of drinks is Ace of Spades mentioned D'usse in his song with Justin Timberlake 'Suit and Tie' saying "No papers, catch vapors/ Get high, out Vegas/ D’USSE on doubles, ain’t looking for trouble." Ice Prince who released latest track 'this could be us' is currently an ambassador Etisalat.

Ebola Outbreak: Disease death toll nears 7000

The WHO also stated that 18,464 cases of the disease had been confirmed in new statistics updated till Saturday, December 13: The global death toll for the Ebola outbreak is now 6,841, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Monday, December 15. The WHO also stated that 18,464 cases of the disease had been confirmed in new statistics updated till Saturday, December 13. Sierra Leone is currently suffering the worst of the outbreak and has lost 10 doctors to the disease. The country has overtaken Liberia as the nation with the most Ebola cases after a previously unknown hotspot was discovered in the diamond-rich district of Kono. Sierra Leone has also cancelled all Christmas and New Year celebrations in a bid to stop the spread of Ebola.

Boko Haram: Shekau threatens to attack Sanusi Lamido

The threat is believed to be in response to calls made by Sanusi for Nigerians to defend themselves against the terrorist sect: The leader of Boko Haram, Abubakar Shekau has resurfaced in a new video in which he threatens to attack the Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi. The threat is believed to be in response to calls made by Sanusi for Nigerians to defend themselves against the terrorist sect. In the video, which according to Premium Times was released on Saturday, December 13, Shekau reportedly vows to attack Sanusi whenever an opportunity presents itself. “Before I start talking to my brothers who believed in me and the religion of Allah not the religion of democracy, not that of western education, those who believed in the religion of the Quran not that of the constitution and not religion of the Emir of Kano Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, Jonathan, Obasanjo, Atiku, Babangida, Obama, Bush, Clinton, but the religion of Allah,” Shekau said in the 19-minute video. “Now listen to me Emir of Kano. I am talking to you and only you because of your recent utterances. Let me inform you now that you are late, you should know that you are only but the King of Kano, King of Central Bank, King of money, you are only Sanusi Lamido.”  "Our own government is defined as government of the Allah by the Allah and for the Allah not as you define your own government as the government of the people by the people and for the people,” he added.  “Emir of Kano Sanusi you are late, that our triumph is just for a period of time so you said. Even your predecessors who are renowned idol worshipers in Islamic history like ‘Abujahal’ could not succeed fighting Islam.” “Because you are made the Emir of Kano that is why you got angry and was calling on the Vigilante groups and hunters to attack us. Let me tell you that the hunters and the vigilante groups will fail and you will also fail.” “Yes you can say that our success is for a period of time, because you are a king of Bank and a loyal citizen of his country,” Shekau continued. The Boko Haram leader also reportedly stated that his members are ready to die in the struggle so they can go to heaven to rest.

Love Tips: 5 simple reasons good relationships go bad

Here are 5 simple reasons why a seemingly good relationship could turn sour within a short period of time: Sometimes you see a couple who have been together for a while and everything seems to be going great, then suddenly the relationship comes to an abrupt end. The first question that comes to mind after this is "what went wrong?" Well, you didn't see it coming, but here are 5 reasons why a good relationship could go bad. Unchecked Emotional Baggage: Now, hopefully your partner's baggage doesn't include a surprise child, but we have heard worse. The biggest type of baggage which will stop the best relationship in its tracks? Unresolved emotional issues. All of us carry around wounds we've received as children, or in past relationships, but the key is how willing you are to examine them, understand them, and work through them. Left unchecked, you'll likely encounter the same problems in every relationship you start. Self-exploration is a wonderful thing! You (or He) Stopped Trying: "Things started out great! He planned nights out, made me dinner, and now I can't get him off of the couch!" Some people put their best feet forward when trying to woo their partners, but once they are feeling comfortable, they stop putting any thought or energy into the relationship. This can be a fatal error. Both partners have to give in a relationship, and that means sharing responsibilities, thinking up date ideas, and providing dinner (even if it's take-out!). You Started Criticizing: A once-fantastic relationship can turn negative when one of the parties starts picking apart the other. There really isn't room for this in a flourishing relationship, where both people should be lifting one another up — not tearing them down. You Got Too Physical Too Fast: It takes time to form the healthy emotional circuits needed to sustain a lasting relationship. Trust and the willingness to commit can't be rushed. But surging sexual energy can shut out a potential partnership if switched on too early. Becoming physically intimate can open up a large amount of issues that put pressure on a fledgling relationship, so proceed at a pace that feels right for you. There's Too Much Distance: An emotionally distant partner can be frustrating, which is why it is important to keep the communication flowing. When the talking and sharing stops, an invisible wall goes up, which can lead to some very unhappy endings. When it comes to a long-distance relationship (LDR), it can certainly work, usually if there is an end goal in sight (knowing that eventually you will be living in the same city!). If you are entering into a LDR and you happen to be jealous or insecure, then you are in for a tough road ahead. It's best to really consider whether you can handle these types of challenges — or not.

Dr. Dre: Hip hop mogul splashes legal team with $10,000 Christmas bonuses each

Its Christmas come early for Dr Dre's legal team as the hip hop mogul splashes $10,000 on them as Christmas bonuses: It will be a very merry Christmas for Dr Dre's legal team as they've been gifted no less than $10,000 (that's about N1.8 million) by the hip hop mogul. According to US entertainment website, Bossip, Dr Dre splashed his legal team including attorneys and associates not even associated with his project with $10,000 for Christmas bonuses. The site reported: “Dr. Dre just paid the holiday bonuses for his entire legal firm, including attorneys and assistants not working on his project. The assistants not even associated with his project each received $10K.” It's no surprise that Dr Dre is so generous with his legal team. Earlier in the year, the 'Kush' artiste signed what is perhaps one of the biggest deals in IT history, he sold his Beats by Dre headphone to Apple for a whooping $1 billion. To this end he was listed by Forbes as the highest earning musician for 2014.

Boko Haram: Court sentences 54 soldiers to death by firing squad

The convicted soldiers, consisting of two Corporals, nine Lance Corporals and 49 Privates, are to die by firing squad for refusing to fight against Boko Haram: A court martial in Abuja, on Wednesday, December 17, sentenced 54 soldiers to death after finding them guilty of mutiny. The convicted soldiers, consisting of two Corporals, nine Lance Corporals and 49 Privates, are to die by firing squad for refusing to fight against Boko Haram. The soldiers were charged with conspiring to commit mutiny against the authorities of the 7 Division on August 4, at the Mulai Primary School camp, opposite AIT Maiduguri, Borno State. According to the prosecutor, J.E. Nwosu, the accused soldiers had refused to join the 111 Special Forces Battalion troops, commanded by Lt Col Timothy Opurum for an operation to recapture Delwa, Bulabulin and Damboa in Borno State from Boko Haram. Four other soldiers were acquitted and cleared of all charges. A court martial had earlier sentenced 12 soldiers to death for mutiny after they attacked the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Maimalari Military Cantonment in Maiduguri on May 13 and 14.

Bola Tinubu: Why I refused to be Buhari’s running mate, APC leader explains

Earlier reports had it that the APC leader was gunning for the position of running mate to Presidential candidate, Muhammadu Buhari but Tinubu has said that he stepped aside because of his love for Nigeria: Former Lagos State Governor and leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu has stated that he was offered the chance to be the party’s vice-presidential candidate but he turned it down. Earlier reports had it that the APC leader was gunning for the position of running mate to Presidential candidate, Muhammadu Buhari but Tinubu has said that he stepped aside because of his love for Nigeria. Tinubu revealed this in a press statement released yesterday, December 17. It reads: “I am a Nigerian who loves his country and am hopeful about what it can become. I have seen and conducted myself as a patriot long before I thought of myself as a politician. I shall always walk this line and no other.” “After all the political calculations are made and the dust of competition has settled, it must be this nation and its people who stand first and foremost. The question becomes whether we stand strong, able to shape ourselves into our best future or will we stand frail and trembling, burdened by the abject failure to surmount the multiple problems confronting us.” “Nothing is more important to me than to realize this dream not for myself but for the people of this land I so love…I helped to build this party, giving no thought to seeking an elected office because of it. My contribution to the party was never based on the expectation of a later political handout. Nigeria is in trouble and we are well past the moment for such narrow, selfish games,” Tinubu said. The APC leader said that Buhari offered him the vice-presidential ticket, but he refused it having weighed his “potential candidacy in all of its dimensions”. “I have concluded that the interests of the party, our campaign and of the nation are better served if I retain my position as the National leader of the APC, allowing me to be a bridge builder across all divides. Although, I declined the position, I want to thank General Buhari for extending the honor to me. Despite all the noise and opposition around my possible selection, he stood firm and steadfast. He showed the traits of a leader in holding to a decision he believed was right despite the errant plots against it.” “When my name was raised, the political hatchet men tried to chop it down with rumour and lies. Over the years, I have developed a thick skin. The personal attacks did not bother me. I am used to them. While I have a thick skin, I don’t have a thick mind. There has been one form of attack that has troubled me. That is the attack based on religion. The PDP and others have stoked fear of a Muslim- Muslim ticket,” he added. Tinubu also advised Nigerians to choose wisely and “remove religion from the electoral equation.”  “Nigeria has too many secular problems – insecurity, economic collapse, poverty, corruption and misgovernance – to allow inept people to use religion to keep us from solving these challenges for the benefit of all. Those who exploit religion should be wary. For there really is a God and he does not like it when you play with his people or use His name to do the opposite of what He intends,” he said. “I ask the people to remove religion from the electoral equation now that the tickets of both parties are mixed. I ask you to select the ticket best able to end the downward slide that Nigeria has endured since this government took over. I ask you to remember that too many Christians and Muslims are poor. Most of all, I ask you to remember that the true religion of the PDP is poverty, APC come to bring prosperity to the people. Please vote for that.” “The Nigeria I see is a nation that shall overcome. The Nigeria I see is a nation ready to sweep aside the broken ways of our recent past and the government and politicians who impose distress upon us. The Nigeria I see and seek is one where each person, every man, woman and child may live free of terrorism, free of the despair of poverty and free of the fear that the government meant to serve and protect them has turned its back to them in cold and utter indifference,” he added. Tinubu continued: “I see and seek a Nigeria where progressive democratic governance creates the political and economic space needed for each of us to contribute to rescuing and retooling this nation. And, in the process of this benign endeavour, may each and every one of us share in the sound promise and good prosperity that shall describe the architecture of our national revival.” According to him, not everyone that shouts the name of Nigeria believes in this vision. “There are many who would have you laid low and our future tossed asunder that they may persist in reaping the unjust reward of their selfish ways. There are wolves in sheep clothing and even jackals in wolf’s clothing. I have seen them but not as residents in some strange zoo. They populate the halls of this diminished government and the party from which this government was born. “We have come to the field of fateful choice. We have been brought to test the scales of weighty decision. Shall we lift this nation upward so that from its higher vantage point we may clearly see the road to our better destiny? Or shall we continue to march the march of fools into the dark of darkness. The current path has but one end. It shall take us into the den of national collapse. We have gone far enough down this wicked avenue to be aware of what its continuance portends. “We must awaken of our own accord, my dear people, before the bell of doom rings upon us. If we wait until that moment, we would have waited too long. Our future, our fate, our destiny would have been cast into the snare of utter misfortune. This is not the song of greatness. It is the poetics of ruin. “For me, political ambition will never triumph over patriotic conviction. This delicate moment affords no space for emotion to intrude to blind us from what is best. The APC is the best and only vehicle to enact the progressive and broad change this nation cries for. I eagerly lend myself to this fine cause without me having to be on the ticket. “This is a time for cohesion and an overriding sense of mission. We must defeat the foe before us and resist all temptations intended to entice us to fight among ourselves. ”I sincerely commit myself to the rescue agenda of General Buhari and Professor Osibajo. “I declare to you, I will work and dedicate myself so that our ticket succeeds and wins the 2015 election — not for his good, not for my good, not even for the party’s good but for the good of the nation we inhabit.” “Some may call what I have done a sacrifice. I call it otherwise. It is my patriotic contribution and duty. I do so with a happy and uplifted heart and clear conscience because I have committed myself to seeking the best for this nation before seeking what is good for myself. This is the creed of statesmanship I chose to follow. May this be the creed of our party as General Buhari leads us to historic victory in the 2015 elections. “May the light of a bright future always shine on you and on our beloved nation, the Federal Republic of Nigeria.”

Pastor’s wife kidnapped in Ebonyi

Mrs. Ifeanyi Aniamaka was abducted last weekend while returning from a thanksgiving service in her husband's church: The wife of a pastor is currently in the hands of kidnappers who abducted her last weekend at their residence in Abakaliki. Mrs. Ifeanyi Aniamaka who is the wife of the Pastor of Dominion City in Kpirirkpiri, Abakaliki, Ebony State was intercepted at her residence in Onwe Nkam Stree, Democracy Estate, Abakaliki, by the kidnappers who had trailed her in a yellow bus Mrs. Ifeanyi Aniamaka was driving in her KIA Rio car with registration number DK487BEN when she was kidnapped at about 3pm on Saturday, December 13. According to a Vanguard report, Pastor Chris Aniamaka described the kidnapping of his wife as a shocking and enjoined the church and security agents across the state to ensure a speedy release of his wife from her abductors. Pastor Chris Aniamaka also told Vanguard that his wife was kidnapped while returning home with their kids from the church’s thanksgiving service. “We just finished our thanksgiving service for the year and my wife decided to drive the children home and they were intercepted at our residence. From the account of my children who were instructed to come down from the vehicle before the kidnappers took my wife away, the kidnappers followed them gradually from behind until they got to our residence in Democracy Estate. They threatened my wife with a gun and told my children to come down from the car before they drove away,” the heartbroken pastor told Vanguard. The kidnappers according to reports have made contact with the family demanding the sum of N20 million for the release of the victim. The Ebonyi State Police Command has confirmed that the police had visited the scene of the incident working hard to ensure the safe release of Mrs. Ifeanyi Aniamaka.

Bukky Wright; Actress loses out in politics

Nollywood actress, Bukky Wright, bites the dust in the political terrain: Yoruba Nollywood actress, Bukky Wright, is the latest entertainment person to lose out in the political terrain after she lost the Social Democratic Party, SDP, ticket to vie for a seat in the House of Representatives for the Abeokuta South Federal Constituency of Ogun State. The actress who had nurtured hopes of picking up the ticket in the recent primary elections of the party, lost to a former aide of the state Governor, Ibikunle Amosun, Joseph Sopade, who recently from the All Progressive Congress, APC, to join Aremu Segun Osoba, in the SDP, so as to contest in the election in 2015. With the loss, Bukky Wright joins the likes of actress Kate Henshaw, actor Kenneth Okonkwo, singers Kenny Saint Best, 9ice, Tony Tetuila, amongst others, as entertainers whose sojourn in the political world ended in a fiasco.

The Headies 2014: Davido crowns year with Artiste of the Year award

After a blazing hot 2014, Davido crowns it with his win at The Headies: Davido has had a great 2014 by all standards. After dropping the mega bomb known as 'Aiye' he has gone on to dominate a majority of the music award ceremonies this year. Just when it began to look like he was losing team, the young pop act has hit us with two big wins as the year winds to an end. Last night at The Headies, the brash pop hit maker won two big categories - Song of the Year, and Artiste of the Year. The award Artiste of the Year is a reflection of Davido's grind and hustle within the year in review. No top act worked harder than him, and arguably no artiste in the country had his hands in more hits than him. The amazing feat is that he didn't release an album within the year review. He was just everywhere, and was so hard to ignore. Whether you like him or not, you would mostly agree that Davido deserves to win the Artiste of the Year at The Headies. He defined 2014 with his releases, and out muscled everyone. Davido is hard proof that hard work is greater than talent.

Boy slaughters mom, 2 sisters in Zamfara

A callous son is in the dock for masterminding the gruesome murder of his mother and sisters: For residents of Mortgage area in Gusau, the Zamfara State capital in northern Nigeria, shock and total disbelieve is their stock in trade as they try to come to terms with how a young man could be so callous as to mastermind the brutal assassination of his biological mother, Hajia Aisha, and two young sisters, aged 9 and 11. That is the story of the school drop out named Kamalu, who hired assassins to snuff the lives out of his loved ones. Immediately after the bodies of the victims were discovered where they were dumped in the Bager dam, locat­ed off the Gusau-Dansadau Road in the state capital, relations became suspicious and fingers were pointing at Kamalu who is said to have consistently threatened to kill his mother if she failed to give him money. Now in the net and standing trial for the gruesome murders, Kamalu is said to be begging for mercy which is not forthcoming just as resident are urging the police to allow the law to take its course in the matter and make sure the victims get justice. According to report in the Sun Newspaper, a resident had found the floating body of Hajia Aisha in the Bager dam from which the State water Board sources water and treats for consumption in the metropolis, on the 29th of May, 2013. The resident quickly raised an alarm and the police were informed and they quickly removed the corpse, and took it to the Federal Medical Centre Gusau for autopsy. The postmortem examination of the corpses showed that there were deep cuts and injuries all over it. This discovery led the police to suspect foul play, and listed it as a case of SUD, sudden unnatural death. It was a report of a missing person filed by the family which resulted in the police directing them to the mortuary where the shocking find was dicovered. Based on this positive identi­fication of the corpse, policemen led by the Divisional Police Of­ficer, went to home of the deceased and found the place locked up. They forced the door open and were confronted by the shocking sight of blood stains all over the house. Meanwhile, the place had been ransacked by the perpetrators of the crime, who probably removed money and other valuable items. The relations informed the police that the personal car of the late Hajiya Aisha was not in the compound, but curiously, her son’s car was parked within the premises. When the police searched the car, they found blood-stained pillow cases and bed-sheets in the boot of the car. They took the items away as ex­hibits while attention shifted to what must have happened to the two young daughters, who were also living with their mother. The police promptly suspected that the assailants must have killed them too and probably dumped their bodies where the body of their mother was discovered. A search in the dam produced the corpses of the little girls with one having cuts all over the body while the other one had had her throat slit with a knife. Through diligent detective work, the police tracked down Kamalu who had fled Zamfara to Kaduna State where he had driven the mother’s car. Some valuable items and cash belonging to the deceased were also recovered from him. During interrogation, Kamalu owned up to the crime, and said that he masterminded the brutal and gruesome murder of his bi­ological mother and two sisters so as to take over her properties. He also revealed the names of four of his accomplices. Two of them were instantly arrested by the police, but two escaped and have remained at large. The Zamfara State Police Command said through the Public Relations Officer that it would remain on the trail of the two fugitives, assuring that it would not be long before they are arrested to face the full wrath of the law.

Sydney Siege update: Gunman, one other dead in café crisis

50-year-old Haron Monis entered the café at about 10am on Monday, December 15, armed with a weapon: The gunman who held staff and customers hostage at the Lindt café in Sydney, Australia has reportedly been killed. 50-year-old Haron Monis entered the café at about 10am on Monday, December 15, armed with a weapon. Monis, a self-acclaimed Sheik, held about 20 hostages for 16 hours until police officers invaded the building. Gunfire ensued and Monis was one of two people who lost their lives, Reuters reports. According to Sky News, another 4 people are believed to have been injured in the incident.

Sydney Siege Update: Police end hostage crisis in cafe

A group of armed officers stormed the building and, according to a witness, gunshots were fired but the fate of the gunman and his accomplices is still unclear: Australian police have ended a 16-hour siege in Sydney where a gunman held occupants of the Lindt Chocolat Café hostage. A group of armed officers stormed the building and, according to a witness, shots were fired but the fate of the gunman and his accomplices is still unclear. The hostage-taker has been identified as Iranian-born Haron Monis, who was already facing charges of sexual assault and accessory to murder among others. A police spokesperson reportedly said that “the operation is over” but did not give any further details. Monis entered the café early this morning with a gun and a headband which had Arabic writings on it. He also demanded an ISIS flag and forced some hostages to hold up a black Islamic flag.

Ebola Outbreak: 12th Sierra Leonean doctor contracts disease

Victor Willoughby, a senior physician, is the 12th Sierra Leonean doctor to contract the disease: Another doctor in Sierra Leone has been infected with the Ebola virus, a senior health official has said. Victor Willoughby, a senior physician, is the 12th Sierra Leonean doctor to contract the disease. Willoughby’s diagnosis was confirmed by the country’s Chief Medical Officer, Brima Kargbo on Sunday, December 15.   Sierra Leone is currently facing the worst of the Ebola outbreak and has lost 10 doctors to the disease. Meanwhile, junior doctors in the disease-ravaged country have embarked on a strike to demand better treatment for health workers who get infected with Ebola.

Happily Ever After: 4 ways wives can build a successful marriage

Here are 4 useful tips for women to make their marriages successful and fruitful: Some couples have bad marriages while others have it really good. But what makes one better than the other? What are the secrets of those who are blissfully happy in their marriage? According to MadamFelicia, here are 4 simple secrets of a successful marriage that every wife should take note of: There needs to be re-communication about expectations: This is the first thing that couples should do before they get married. Once the knot has been tied, expectations should be re-communicated. If you would like him to be extra affectionate, make him aware of your needs. If you expect an open and honest communication about everything, tell him. You can only get what you expect out of the marriage if the other person knows what that is. If not, you could end up in a very frustrating situation with neither of you getting what you want. Give him the love and respect that he deserves: Men love it when their wives thank them for doing something, even something as small as washing the dishes. Give him a compliment every now and then about his dressing or about how great of a job he did painting the living room. Little things like that mean a lot to a man and it will show him that you love and appreciate him. Focus on the great things about your relationship and about your partner: Don't focus on the little things that bug you. Instead, think about all of the things that you love about him, the little things that he does for you, and how he makes you feel. It will keep the feelings alive. This will cause your husband to cherish and love you more, thus causing you both to live happily ever after. Set aside just a few minutes a day to reconnect: Date night is a great way to reconnect, but if you spend at least ten minutes daily, and use those minutes to talk about anything that you want to, you will learn new things about your partner and be able to connect with them. It may only be a few minutes per day but they will be the most important minutes out of those 24 hours. Every relationship requires commitment and hard work. But it's absolutely worth it! So, never stop courting your spouse and you'll be among the lucky couples who actually live "happily ever after".

Uche Jombo; Actress allegedly suffered miscarriage

Nollywood actress Uche Jombo allegedly suffered a miscarriage with her first pregnancy. There has been so much speculation as to whether or not she is still pregnant and now the mystery of her pregnancy seems to have been resolved. Uche Jombo who announced her pregnancy before Mercy Johnson (who has now given birth) unfortunately lost her baby while she was in the US.However she and her Puerto Rican husband Kenny Rodriguez were able to get pregnant again. She shared a message with her fans on Facebook on December 7, 2014 saying "To be Happy, sometimes we just have to Forget what's gone, Appreciate what still remains and Look forward to the good that's coming Next. Happy Sunday UJLovers" On Uche's Instagram page, her last 3 photos which were taken on November 28, 2014 she appears to be making an effort to hide her stomach area.

In Kano: Police discover bomb in food market

The high calibre Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was found hidden in a sack at the Dawanau market today, December 11: Police officers in Kano have discovered a bomb in a popular food market in the state. The high calibre Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was found hidden in a sack at the Dawanau market today, December 11. The discovery has been confirmed by the state Police Commissioner, Aderenle Shinaba who said: “My men have successfully detonated the bomb and have since restored normalcy to the market.” This comes barely 24 hours after two suicide bombers blew themselves up at the Kwari textile market in the state leaving 6 people, including themselves, dead and 7 others injured.

Boko Haram: Police urge Nigerians to watch out for 'explosive hampers'

The police warned that terrorists could disguise as friends and carry out their dastardly act through explosive-laden “gift” hampers: The Nigeria Police Force has urged citizens to exercise caution in accepting gifts during the festive season. The police warned that terrorists could disguise as friends and carry out their dastardly act through explosive-laden “gift” hampers. The NPF issued the warning via as statement released on Wednesday, December 10. Read it below: The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Suleiman Abba, CFR, NPM, NPOM, mni, in the light of the Yuletide season and emerging security challenges in parts of the country, hereby warns all citizens to be vigilant while receiving gifts from unknown persons that may pose as friends during the season, to avoid explosive-laden hampers as gifts. The Inspector-General of Police also cautions against the use of fireworks such as knockout, “bangers” and other explosives in the celebration as they could cause distraction that may further heighten fear of insecurity. He also enjoins citizens to shun all forms of violence and unlawful acts, eschew bitterness, hatred and rancor and go about their legitimate duties without fear of intimidation from any quarter during and after the season. Meanwhile, to ensure a peaceful and incident-free Yuletide, the IGP has directed all Zonal AIGs and Command Commissioners of Police, to take all necessary measures in ensuring the provision of adequate security for worshippers, travellers, picnickers and all citizens across the country before, during, and after the season. Command Commissioners of Police are to personally ensure that all key and vulnerable points within their jurisdictions, including places of worship, recreation centres, motor parks, highways, financial institutions and all places of public resort are adequately and effectively protected.

BREAKING: Bomb blast in Jos market

The explosion is said to have gone off today, December 11, along Ahmadu Bello Way in the Plateau State capital: According to reports, twin bomb blasts have rocked a market in Jos, Plateau State. The explosion is said to have gone off today, December 11, along Ahmadu Bello Way in the state capital. A source told Sahara Reporters: "One would have said the casualties would be low, but since the ban on street hawking in Jos, [the area] gets crowded at night for late buying and selling,” No official casualty figure has been released. Story developing.

Ladies Only: 5 types of guys who are NOT husband material

Men, see how women behave, and interpret the behaviour to mean what they want to believe, regardless of what the woman says: In general, women tend to rely on words, whereas men rely on actions. So, when men speak sweetly to women, women believe them, even if they don't behave accordingly. Men, on the other hand, see how women behave, and interpret the behaviour to mean what they want to believe, regardless of what the woman says. So, if you say you don't love him, but continue to have sex with him, all your words are in vain; he interprets your actions and draws his own conclusions. This discrepancy between words and behaviour is especially problematic in marriage-bound relationships. So, watch out if your man is one of these five types: 1. The "help me until I'm ready" guy: The "need help" type is totally entrenched in his own insecurities. He only talks about his own problems —never yours — but he wants a lady by his side because it makes him feel worthy. So, he keeps her there by asking her to help him "until he's ready." But, guess what: He'll never be ready, and so, he is not husband material. 2. The "dare to discuss marriage" guy: Since he knows women believe in words not actions, he dares talk about marriage and future plans with you, knowing it's what you want to hear. But that's all he'll do; no further action is ever taken. There is never a time frame for actions; actions are even never discussed, and if they come up, the conversation suddenly goes in different directions. 3. The "be my guest and discuss marriage" guy: This guy lets you do all the talking about marriage you like. He knows you dream about it; he listen to you discuss it in great detail — where your home will be, what kind of furniture you'll buy, what kind of wedding you want. And when you ask him about dreams, he says, "Whatever you want, honey." Always look at his actions. If there aren't any, if he's all talk, he's not husband material. 4. The "bear with me" guy: He finds nice, logical excuses that seem acceptable. You know, he can't take action now because he's busy with his career, or his weight loss, ior his parents' needs. You name it, and the statement is "Bear with me." 5. The "let's have fun first" guy: He sticks around for the thrill of the game. When the fun is out, he's onto a new adventure and a new thrill. He's not here for future plans or kids or family or even settling down and confiding in one woman. He wants and talks about fun and about sex. Whenever you talk marriage, the face changes, the fun ends, and the statement he repeats is, "You are spoiling the moment," hoping you'll eventually drop the subject. If you don't, soon he'll be out and about for another thrill.

Disgraced: 2 pastors given 7-year jail terms for stealing N32m

The two preachers were arrested and charged to court by the EFCC and were sentenced to jail in 2013. Another 7-year-jail sentence has however been added: Two pastors, Pastor Glory Okeoghene Abrefera and Reverend Vincent Okpogu, have been sentenced to seven years in prison for stealing the sum of N32m. According to a press statement by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Glory Okeoghene Abrefera and Vincent Okpogu were arrested after deceiving unsuspicious members of the public into investing in Mustard Seed Micro Investment Limited, a wonder bank, and defrauded them of their hard-earned money. When they were arrested, there were initially charged with a four-count charge bordering on operating a wonder bank called Mustard Seed Micro Investment Limited and was convicted and sentenced to ten years imprisonment by Justice I. N. Buba of the Federal High Court Asaba in January 2013. While serving their 10-year sentences, there were also hit with a nine-count charge bordering on stealing and embezzlement of fund. Justice F. O Ohwo of Delta State High Court, Warri, Delta State, on Wednesday, December 10, convicted and sentenced the duo to seven years imprisonment. Glory Okeoghene and Vincent Okpogu were found guilty and convicted of all of the nine count charges preferred against them by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and sentenced to seven years imprisonment on each count. The sentence is to run concurrently. Judge F.O Ohwo has also ordered that the convicts will serve the seven-year term at Okere Prisons in Warri, Delta State, after completing the ten years sentence they are currently serving for illegal banking. The prosecutor, Mr. G. K. Latona, has also revealed that the convicts are still answering to other charges at Otor-Udu High Court for related offences.

Mikel Obi: Chelsea star's girlfriend, Olga calls father a monkey

Miss Diyachenko celebrated Mikel on his first Champions League goal: Olga Diyachenko celebrated boyfriend, Obi Mikel for his ‘once in a lifetime’ Champions League feat after he scored for Chelsea against Sporting Lisbon on Wednesday night. The little pretty Russian love ‘’so proud of you my love’’ Playback to the time when she introduced Mikel to her boyfriend: Olga appears to be a love person, bolstered with kind words; she addressed her father in a very loving kindly way when he gifted her with a rose. She wrote: ‘’there is no rose more special than the one you get from your father. Love you; my rock, my Monkey, my forever.’’ If her father is her forever and rock, where does Mikel fit in?

Dr. Dre: Producer is the world's highest paid musician of 2014

Dr. Dre has crowned his already historic year by becoming the world's highest paid musician of 2014. According to Forbes Magazine, the legendary Hip Hop producer made a total of $620 million in the last twelve months. Of course this huge cash revenue is thanks to Beats By Dre being acquired by Apple for $3 billion. Dr. Dre made enough money to trump Beyonce. Queen B was pushed to the second spot after she made $115 million in 2014. Her husband Jay Z was number twelve on the list with $60 million. He is tied with Hip Hop mogul Sean Diddy Combs who raked in the same figure in 2014. Take a look at the full list below; 1. Dr. Dre ($620 million) 2. Beyoncé ($115 million) 3. The Eagles ($100 million) 4. Bon Jovi ($82 million) 5. Bruce Springsteen ($81 million) 6. Justin Bieber ($80 million) 7. One Direction ($75 million) 8. Paul McCartney ($71 million) 9. Calvin Harris ($66 million) 10. Toby Keith ($65 million) 11. Taylor Swift ($64 million) 12. Jay Z ($60 million)(tie) 12. Diddy ($60 million)(tie) 12. Bruno Mars ($60 million)(tie) 15. Justin Timberlake ($57 million) 16. Pink ($52 million) 17. Michael Bublé ($51 million) 18. Rihanna ($48 million) 19. Rolling Stones ($47 million) 20. Roger Waters ($46 million) 21. Elton John ($45 million) 22. Kenny Chesney ($44 million) 23. Katy Perry ($40 million) 24. Jason Aldean ($37 million)(tie) 24. Jennifer Lopez ($37 million)(tie) 26. Miley Cyrus ($36 million)(tie) 26. Celine Dion ($36 million)(tie) 28. Muse ($34 million)(tie) 28. Luke Bryan ($34 million)(tie) 30. Lady Gaga ($33 million)(tie) 30. Drake ($33 million)(tie)

Rape Scandal: Stephanie Okereke’s brother exonerates self

Daniel Okereke, the brother of actress Stephanie Okereke has decided to speak out over the alleged rape scandal that engulfed him few weeks ago: Daniel Okereke, the elder brother of Nollywood star actress, Stephanie Okereke-Linus, who found himself enmeshed in a rape scandal few weeks ago when a University of Lagos undergraduate whose name was given as Arinola, accused him of raping her, has decided to speak out for the first time. Okereke's decision to speak out after he was released on bail by the police, according to him, is to clear the air and let the world know that he did not rape the 22-year-old girl in question but rather, she wanted to blackmail him because he pulled out of a relationship with her. 37-year-old Daniel Okereke who at one time tried his hands on gospel music, is related to former Director-General of the Nigeria Security Exchange Commission, Ndi Okereke-Onyuike, took a swipe at the inference of his aunt and said that the lady also attempted to blackmail him because of his rich background. He released his side of the story via a press statement where he said the girl was only heartbroken and decided to tarnish his image by saying he raped her. Read his statement here: "It took me a while to react to these baseless allegations about my good self because I had to investigate to know if it was truly me they were referring to or someone was impersonating me. I wouldn’t have responded but for the numerous innocent readers who may have been misled by this untrue publications which was never verified before going public. I thought that balanced reportage had to do with getting both sides of the story. What happened between me and my estranged friend was a case of a woman who claimed she was heartbroken because she discovered I am in a very serious relationship. She flared up when she realized and started demanding that I must settle her since I was not taking her seriously not to talk of marrying her. She demanded for two million naira (N2m) and a Toyota Yaris car as settlement else she would scandalize my name and that I know I wouldn’t want that since according to her, I come from a popular and wealthy background. I took it as one of those empty threats until I now read about this complete sham about my good self. How can someone say you were beaten up by seven (7) guards before carnal knowledge of you prevailed? Someone who claimed she was sick? She must be a female wrestler in the WWE (The World Wrestling Entertainment) for such measures to be required before a strong tall guy like me will need to force her to have carnal knowledge of her. Someone who claimed she was raped could also muscle out strength to destroy my properties in front of the so alleged seven guards? If I were a nobody would she be priding in saying I allegedly raped her? I know that the thought of possessing me is your dream but you didn’t need to go this shameless way. Those that may have advised you to do this (if any) gave you the worst advice ever because you can’t have me through cheap blackmail. Let me make it crystal clear that there was never a case of rape nor assault. I have decided not to reveal more shocking details on this sad episode because her family initiated peace moves towards mine and I strongly believe in the biblical saying “to err is human but to forgive is divine”. In a country where people can use some sections of the media to publish unverified stories of even the highest offices in the land, then who am I to bother if such crude treatment is meted out to a rising star like me. Must we continue to destroy our very best because we have a very few media platforms that are willing tools to be used. This is sad and unkind. Why will they want to bring in a respected elder stateswoman Prof. Ndi Okereke-Onyiuke, OON, into an issue where the alleged accused is an adult who should take full responsibility of his actions and in-actions? A woman who worked tirelessly day and night to develop the Nigerian Capital Market and by extension the Nigerian economy which in turn put food on the tables of millions of Nigerians and beyond. During her tenure as the DG of the Nigerian Stock Exchange, the Capital Market was bountiful and prospered as never before. She is an institution in this country and should please not be dragged into trivial issues like this. She should be respected as such. Thank you all for doing so." Do you believe Daniel Okereke?

Kano Bombing Update: 6 dead, 7 injured in market blast

The attack, which was reportedly carried out by two young women in hijabs, also left 7 people injured: An explosion which occurred at the Kantin Kwari textile market along Ibrahim Taiwo road in Kano State has claimed 6 lives, reports say. The attack, which was reportedly carried out by two young women in hijabs, also left 7 people injured. The state police commissioner, Adenrele Shinaba confirmed to AFP that the attackers were indeed females clothed in the Muslim attire. "They came by the market and asked to be directed to a public convenience. The bombs detonated, killing them and four others,” Shinaba said. The secretary of the market traders' association, Abdullahi Abubakar also told AFP that the first bomber blew herself up near the toilets at about 2:30pm while the second bomb went off shortly after near another group of toilets. Abubakar added that the girls were in their late teens and had been accompanied to the market by a man who disappeared when the deadly deed was done. The area where the attack occurred has since been cordoned off and the injured have been taken to a hospital to receive treatment.

APC Presidential Primaries: Atiku congratulates Buhari

Former Head of State, Muhammadu Buhari Buhari gathered about 5,000 votes to defeat Atiku , who got only 954 votes, and three other candidates: http://static.pulse.ng/img/incoming/origs3342247/2941854440-w640-h640/Atiku-Buhari-tweet.png. Ex-Vice President, Atiku Abubakar has congratulated former Head of State, Muhammadu Buhari following his victory at the presidential primaries of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Buhari gathered about 5,000 votes to defeat Atiku, who got only 954 votes, and three other candidates. Atiku rejoiced with Buhari via Twitter saying: "Congratulations General Buhari. The delegates have spoken, you fully deserve the victory” Buhari will represent the APC at the 2015 presidential elections and will contest against incumbent President Goodluck Jonathan.

Under The Influence: 'Igbo' smoker butchers widow and her two children

A man under the influence of marijuana almost sent a widow and her two children to their early graves: A widow, Mrs Helen Okoro, and a mother of two, has had a first hand taste of what a man under the influence of drugs can do as she and her two children, a 15-year-old boy named Godwin and Blessing, a 19-year-old SSS 2 student of Ojoku Senior High School, Tolu, Olodi-Apapa, Lagos, were almost butchered to death by an 'Igbo' (Indian Hemp) smoking neighbour who not only stabbed her son but descended on her and her daughter. The man who is a notorious thug in the Ajegunle area of Lagos State, known as Babalawo, according to the Leadership Newspaper, had got into a quarell with the woman's son and stabbed him in the fight that ensued and when Okoro tried to intervene and told him to kill her instead of her son, Babalawo had no hesitation in carrying out her wishes. He was said to have dashed into his room and came out brandishing a broken bottle with which he stabbed her severally on the chest, breast and hand. Not done, he went after the woman's daughter and also dealt her some stab wounds. Narrating her ordeal at the Femi Hospital, Tolu, Apapa, where she is receiving treatment with Blessing, Okoro said she thought the man only wanted to frighten or intimidate her so that she would run away to safety but Babalawo had had other plans as he made good his threats. "We live at Adidas street, Tolu, at the shores of Tolu-Tin Can lagoon. Last year, Babalawo had a problem with my son, Godwin, who is just 15-years-old. One day, Godwin was carrying sand for somebody and Babalawo saw him, picked up a bottle and attempted to break my son’s head with it but he was able to escape and ran away from him. When I heard about the incident, I confronted him but instead of making peace, he threatened to kill me and my children. So since then, we have avoided him. What led to the problem on November 14th, 2014, was that I found a pair of slippers in the dustbin and wanted to use it to make a fire. Babalawo saw the slippers with Godwin and challenged him. My son told him they belonged to his mother because I brought it from the dustbin. The wicked and shameless man broke a bottle and gave my son a hot pursuit. When he apprehended him, he stabbed him in the head. People were begging the man to leave the little boy alone but to no avail. When I returned home, I was faced with that situation. When I inquired why he should stab my son, he threatened to kill me. He wore the necklace I gave my son, so I removed it from his neck after he struggled with me to retain it. To my greatest surprise, he went into his room and picked up a bottle and after smashing it, stabbed me close to my breast. I screamed that the man had killed me and as he wanted to stab me in the face, I blocked the bottle with my hand. I screamed for help but nobody was there to come to my rescue. The man also wanted to stab me in the face, but I quickly used my hand to block it, that was why the broken bottle cut me in the hand. There was blood all over my body. I thought I was going to die. I could not bear the pains so I cried like a baby. I was screaming and rolling in the pool of my blood until somebody called my daughter, Blessing, who rushed back home. On seeing me, she cried, thinking that the man had killed me. The man is a known Indian hemp seller and smoker in the area. He knew I had nobody to run to. He knew I’m from a very poor family. He believed he would kill me and members of my family and nothing will happen. From what has happened so far, if this man kills me and members of my family the police will not do anything." Mrs Okoro also says the police are not helping her get justice as they seem to take sides with Babalawo. "Policemen at Tolu police station have taken sides with him. They were protecting the man and he kept boasting that the policemen there were on his payroll. He might be right because the Investigative Police Officer (IPO), who is handling the case, is doing the wrong thing. He refused to make an arrest and the suspect is walking free. The IPO did not include his name in the statement form. Also, instead of rushing me and my daughter to the general hospital, they abandoned us at Femi Hospital, Bale Street, Tolu, Olodi-Apapa. The medical director of the hospital (Dr Olufemi Ekanado) told my daughter and I to pay N200, 000 before they could discharge us. My daughter’s bill is N80,000 while mine is N120, 000. I’m a widow and a petty trader. I hawk sachet water, so how can I raise such amount of money? All the money we have at home is about N20, 000 both my money and that of my daughter. My daughter persuaded the doctor to allow her go home and bring the little cash but he refused, saying we must pay all the money. We have been held captive here since November 14, this year when the incident occurred. The man who inflicted the injury in us did not even come to say sorry. He never cared whether we survive or die. But God will pay him back."

Joey’s Chronicles Of A Lagos Ajebutter: "Lagos hates Christmas…and Jesus Christ"

I am an Ajebutter. Not by birth, or by formings, or by swag – I am simply an unapologetic ajebutter by default. I didn’t choose to be born one. God, without seeking my opinion (because He’s God, I guess), gave me the genes of an Ajebutter and a funny BriMericana accent . By luck or some twisted work of fate, fortune, karma (I might have killed ten defenseless puppies in my past life) or destiny, I have found myself in Lagos, crazy Lasgidi, and this is my story…: “Silent Night, Holy Night, all is bright, all is nice…” I kept singing yesterday morning as I walked the street, happy to be in existence in this Yuletide, and content to allow my horrible voice serenade the morning and cast a warm texture over those who walk past me. I was headed to the gate of my residential estate to board a commercial vehicle to take my happy soul to work. I was happy, joyful, smiling, contented, and tush. Very Tush. But Lagos is not tush. It hates Christmas. Everyone who walked past me, had this scary angry look on their face; one of pure disgust and anger. I ignored them all, thinking it was my voice, and not the content of my song that keeps ruining their moments. I was blessed with the most horrible of singing voices. If I sing, babies cry, people tremble in discomfort, and all my debtors pay. It is bad, torturous and effective in chasing away girlfriends. I once had one stubborn Yoruba chick who refused to allow me break her heart. I did everything in my power to send her away, but man, she was persistent. All it took to accomplish the mission was to sing at the top of my voice all night, and the next day, she complained of nightmares and demons chasing her in her sleep. Her name was Titilope, and that was the last time I ever saw her. I had become the antichrist. Chronicles Of A Lagos Ajebutter (Christmas Carol Voicenote).mp3 You can listen to my horrible singing by clicking the audio file, and downloading Back to the matter. I kept up my singing while I joined a bus to work. It was pretty full, and I was delighted to finally have an audience to share my joy with. This time switching to White Christmas.  “I’m dreaming of a white Christmas, just like the ones I used to know". I sang slowly, my voice rang around their heads like a cry of doom. I was in the zone, happy as Santa himself. ‘Hohoho, Merry Christmas.’ “Oga wetin you dey sing sef? Abeg you dey disturb me jor.” Finally a worthy challenger. Someone had taken offence at my disturbance and happiness, and was about to ruin my moment. I have spent all my life listening to preachers and marketers sell the bible to me during bus rides, and I have respected my space. Now this man wants to ruin my moment. No, I refuse to be intimidated. I took a deep a deep breath, cleared my throat, and began my preaching. “Brothers and sisters, this is a Christmas, and it is a holy time to show love, peace and kindness…” I kept my little Christmas sermon up all through the ride from Ajah to Lekki. The people were angry and frustrated, and did all they could to stop me. I heard grumblings, murmurs, sighs, hisses, and curses. But I was relentless. We got to Lekki, and right at the bus stop, I ran out of steam, and with a flourish, ended my little discussion with a warm satisfied smile, “Merry Christmas to everyone. May joy and laughter find you.” I whispered and spread out my arms in happiness. I waited for an “Amen”, but none came. I simply shrugged and alighted. It is not my fault that they all hate a good Christmas preaching. In fact, they hate the concept of Christmas and celebration. As I walked to my office, one man in worn out clothes walked to me, and poured out his heart in one sentence. “Bros, no try this thing wey you just do again. I don warm you”. I didn’t respond. Nothing can take away my joy at Christmas, not that man, not a bus full of people who hate Jesus Christ and his birth season. Never! As I walked to my office, only a slight song kept ringing in my head. “Silver bells, silver bells, it’s Christmas time, in the Lagos…” Peace and good hustle my people. See you next week.

Insanity: 32-year-old man rapes physically challenged woman

For raping a mentally challenged woman, a 32-year-old man would spend his Christmas behind bars: 32-year-old Saheed Egbeleye, will be ruing his insatiable sexual lust that led him to raping a physically challenged woman in Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State, as he has been remanded in prison custody by a Chief Magistrates’ Court where he will be a resident till the 13th of February, 2015, when his case would be heard. According to reports, Egbeleye lured the 21-year-old woman who is suffering from a rare disease called mongoloid - a term used for a mentally retarded person with a combination of Down Syndrome Disease - into his room and raped her before he was caught in the act. The police prosecutor handling the case, Inspector Sunday Eigbejiale, told the court that the accused committed the offence on 29th November, 2015, at Ilawo Compound , Adedotun in Abeokuta. Inspector Eigbejiale told the court that the offence contravened Sections 357 and 358 of the Criminal Laws of Ogun, 2006, and that the suspect should not be granted bail. Magistrate Anthony Araba therefore ordered that the accused be remanded in the Ibara Prison, in the state capital while awaiting Director of Public Prosecution’s advice.

Landlady kills tenant over N200, boasts nothing anyone can arrest her

A Lagos landlady who thinks she is above the laws of the land believes she can kill her tenant and get away with it: A Lagos landlady, Mrs Idowu Adenekan, who ordered some social miscreants, popularly called area boys, to beat her tenant, 27-year old Michael Abodunrin, to death because he could not pay her the sum of N200 PHCN bill, has boasted that the deceased died for nothing because she is untouchable and no one can do anything to her. The incident which is said to have happened on Saturday, 6th December, 2014, around 9pm at 12b, Adeyiga Street, L&K bus stop, Oworoshoki, Lagos State, has sent the area into a frenzy as the woman is said to be walking around freely after she was released on bail the same day by the police after her initial arrest. The thugs led by one Omo Jesu, are also roaming the streets going about their businesses, telling anyone that cares to listen that as far as they are concerned, the case has been buried because they have the backing or Adenekan.. According to co-tenants of the late Abodunrin, their landlady has a knack for calling her thugs to threaten or beat any erring tenant and nobody has been able to curb her excesses, including the police who seem to be in cahoots with her because of her connections. The incident that sent the young man to his early grave has been cited as an extremity on her part and with the police not willing to do anything, means they may have been compromised.

Nigerian Porn Queen: Fans go mad as Maheeda flaunts boobs and nipples in new nudes

In these set of photos, Maheeda held nothing back as she displayed the full glory of her boobs and her chocolate black nipples: Move over Afrocandy! Maheeda, the goddess of (se)X has finally taken over as the ‘Queen of Nigerian Porn’. There seems to be no limits and no stopping Maheeda as she continued the nudity craze she started after a surprising hiatus. In the last set of photos, nothing was held back as she displayed the full glory of her boobs and her chocolate black nipples. “Close your eyes, or go to d next page or do u like seeing n commenting on nude photos, hmmm I can see u do!” her caption read. The pictures are so real and personal that you will almost feel you are in the bathroom with Maheeda, sharing the same shower space. Understandably, her fans have gone wild — their comments would wow you! “@MaheedaNigeria :U were specially made by God to make men happy.no mind those that criticize u.They are only pretending.They are the worst!”Adamson Bassey ‏(@addamson1on1 ) wrote. "@MaheedaNigeria baby I love commenting on ur Sweet sexy Nude pixxx" said Emmawhyte ‏(@Ewhyte007). "@MaheedaNigeria can I shower with you?" blinzhobo ‏(@blinzhobo) asked.

Sir Elton John Legendary: singer falls off chair during London tennis event

After the mighty fall which left the singer's both legs hanging up and wide in the air, the 'Sacrifice' crooner quickly brushed himself off and got back to his feet: Legendary pop star, Sir Elton John was left red-faced when he spectacularly fell backwards off his chair during a tennis event at London's Royal Albert Hall on Sunday; in the presence of a host of sporting stars including John McEnroe, Martina Hingis and Heather Watson. The 67-year-old singer seemed to be deep in thought as he sat down at the Statoil Masters event when the blunder happened, much to the delight of onlookers. MailOnline reportes that he was watching Team Elton John take on Team Billie Jean King in a tennis exhibition event held to raise funds for his AIDS Foundation. After the mighty fall which left the singer's both legs hanging up and wide in the air, the 'Sacrifice' crooner quickly brushed himself off and got back to his feet before watching his team suffer a 22-16 defeat. He was being helped up by stewards. A Vine clip of Elton's fall has been watched more than 500,000 times so far

Singer Asa rocks Iconic Invanity as she performs her new Album in Nigeria

Paris-based soul singer, Asa showed she isn’t just a music icon but also a style star to watch yesterday at The Future Awards Africa 2014 awards ceremony, rocking a gorgeous, exquisitely beaded cape dress from Iconic Invanity’s S/S 2015 Collection which debuted just about five weeks ago. She performed from her album, ‘Bed of Stone’ for the first time in Nigeria at The Future Awards.

Puff Daddy: Music mogul punches Drake for flirting with Cassie

Both stars in club fight because Drake couldn't help but openly admire Diddy's girlfriend!: When it comes to his woman, Puff Daddy is very very protective. That's the major reason why the business mogul reportedly left his fist into Drake's face early Monday morning in Miami for trying to flirt with his girlfriend, Cassie in LIV nightclub! According to reports, Drake was ceaselessly flirting with the singer in the presence of Diddy. Insiders claim the Bad Boy Entertainment boss approached the rapper nicely and reminded him to stop hitting on his girlfriend but he was too drunk, he kept on! Eyewitnesses told reporters that Cassie tried to brush him off, but the rapper continued. "Drake just started laughing when Diddy was talking, like he had no respect," an insider said, "Well later in the night [outisde of LIV] Diddy walked over and punched Drake RIGHT IN THE FACE." According to MediaTakeOut, Diddy's punch was too strong that Drake almost fell off his feet. Thanks to his hommies who held him down, he would have been seriously injured. "It actually looked like Drake was dancing to a YOUNG THUG song lol." the insider revealed. Wow! Wasn't Drake the same dude begging for love from Nicki Minaj and Rihanna and even Diana Ross' daughter?

Terrible: House help kidnaps children, 1 week after getting job

2-year-old Rafael and 15-month old Michael, children of the Esharegaran’s, were apparently kidnapped by their house help, Juliet on Sunday, December 7, 2014, exactly one week after she was hired: The once peaceful home of Lagos residents Mr and Mrs Elvis Esharegaran has been thrown into disarray as their newly hired house help has absconded with their two children. 2-year-old Rafael and 15-month old Michael, children of the Esharegaran’s, were apparently kidnapped by their house help, Juliet on Sunday, December 7, 2014, exactly one week after she was hired. Juliet, who is believed to be in her late 20s, is said to have ‘left home’ with the kids, after their bedridden grandmother and her nurse went to sleep. The Esharegaran’s were shocked to find their kids missing from home when they returned at about 10pm. ‘They were nowhere to be found’, a family member tells Pulse. Juliet, supposedly an indigene of Osun State, was hired with the aid of an agency which arranges househelps for families in Lagos. It is uncertain if the boys’ kidnappers will demand a ransom as no contact has been made with the parents. Mr Elvis Esharegaran is a businessman who is involved in Information Technology while his wife works with a new generation bank. A family member who chose to remain anonymous said that the Esharegarans had come along with Juliet for a visit to their home on Sunday. “She came to our house with the family. She told us her name and said she was from Osun State. I’m not sure if that’s true anymore because I don’t know many people from Osun who bear English names.” "She was very friendly and nice and she got along well with the boys. She didn’t look like she could hurt anyone,” the family member added. Juliet’s phone has been switched off since she disappeared with Michael and Rafael and even the agency that arranged her employment is unable to reach her. The family has reported their children’s disappearance to the police and and investigations into the incident are currently ongoing. Any valid information should be sent to Darlington on 08037071370 or the nearest police station.

Devil In The Family: Wife murders husband over N10 Tom-Tom sweet

For refusing to give his wife a mere N10 to buy sweet for their daughter, a husband has lost his life in the hands of his wife: Some news makes the skin shrivel in astonishment, news like a 22-year-old housewife, Aminat Aiyemobola, allegedly stabbing to death, her husband, Babatunde Aiyemobola, because he refused to give her the sum of N10 to buy sweet for their child. According to New Telegraph, the mother of two, had asked her 40-year-old husband give her the money to buy the popular Tom-Tom sweet but his refusal led to a disagreement which led to her picking up a kitchen knife and fatally stabbing her husband to death. She is now being detained at the State Criminal Investigation Department, (SCID), Homicides section, Panti, Yaba, Lagos. The police reports that the incident which occurred at 4, Magbon Alade Street, Ibeju-Lekki area of Lagos, and was reported to the police by the elder brother of the deceased, happened after Aminat was said to have asked her husband for N10 so that she could buy Tom-Tom sweet for their daughter but his refusal turned out to be lethal. The deceased husband allegedly refused giving her the money and instead chided her for always buying sweet for their kid, educating her that sweets are not healthy for kids. This apparently angered Aminat and she allegedly said some unprintable things to her husband and the couple started quarrelling over the issue. The argument was said to have degenerated into name calling and before anyone knew what was happening, the angry woman stormed into the kitchen and came out with a knife with which stabbed her husband three times in the chest and he died on the spot. While undergoing interrogation, Aminat told homicide detectives that she did not know what came over her, which prompted her to pick the knife. "I loved my husband. He was a very caring man to me and my children. Oga, I don’t know what came over me. We loved each other. We have been living happily as husband and wife. In fact, I don’t know whether I’m under a spell. God please forgive me." The police said she would soon be arraigned in court.

Bad Blood!: Son stabs father to death for correcting him

A son from hell has allegedly stabbed his father to death for daring to correct him: A 25-year-old former student who was dismissed from the University of Lagos, Oluropo Tifase, has allegedly stabbed his father, Moses Tifase, to death because the father tried to talk to him about living a purposeful life instead of wasting away on irrelevant things. Olurope, according to close family sources, has been a source of heartache for his family and all efforts to lead him in the right path proved abortive, culminating in him killing his father. The incident which occurred at Mile 2 Estate on the outskirts of the Lagos metropolis last weekend, has thrown into serious confusion while the suspect is being held at the Homicide section of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Panti, Yaba, Lagos. Oluropo allegedly used a scissors to stab his father to death. The Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Kenneth Nwosu, confirmed the incident, also adding that aside the suspect, the police also had his mother and another of his siblings, Olufunmbi, in detention. The police spokesperson said that the suspect had been having a running battle with his late father, over his unruly behaviour which the deceased was not happy about. "The suspect and his late father had a sour relationship, due to his unruly behaviour. The father and the son have not been in good relationship, but on the fateful day of the incident, the suspect and his father engaged each other in a serious argument. The suspect angrily picked up a scissors and stabbed his father on the neck. When policemen from Festac Police Station visited the scene of the incident, the man’s body was found lying in a pool of blood." According to him, the scissors, which was covered with blood, was also recovered.

Merciful Criminal: Robbery suspect says he pays the police more than their salaries

Can an armed robber have mercy on his victims?: It was a funny revelation at the premises of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad, (SARS), Lagos, when a suspected armed robber revealed that what he pays to police officers and other security agents to provide cover for him far outweighs the meager salary the policemen get every month. The suspect, Tunde Aribisala, who is also known as Two Minutes, also said he made sure his gang members took an oath never to kill policemen because the officers too have families and dependents. While being paraded by the police, Two Minutes claims that he is a very kind and humble criminal who takes pity on the police officers and soldiers and made sure he gives them money after every successful operation because their 'take home pay is poor'. Hear Two Minutes: "I’m very quiet and humble, but very dangerous during robbery operations. I have never killed a policeman or a soldier. I used to give them money any day I succeeded in operation because their take home pay is poor." Aribisala who said he is married with three children, - two boys and a girl – say they attend one of the best private schools in Ikoyi, claiming that his children were very brilliant. Aribisala who also said he is a very successful business man, said he has adequately provided for his children’s education, as well as set aside enough money that would take care of his wife. "My beautiful wife does not know that I am a robber. She thinks I am a car dealer. I have car stands in Lagos, Ibadan, Kwara, and Lekki. But nobody know that I snatched cars and also robbed innocent Nigerians. We could have killed a lot of policemen, especially during robbery operations. But we took oath in our gang never to kill any policeman. We took that oath because we agreed in our gang that they are human beings like us and also have dependents like us. The person leading the gang had been killed in one of our operations. We needed someone to replace him. This was the argument we were having when the police stormed our hideout. His death made us to start discussing the rationale in not killing policemen when they were killing our members and were ready to kill us. We were also arguing on how to share the N5 million we snatched on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway when we were arrested."

Boko Haram: 10 soldiers killed in Gombe battle

The terrorists invaded the town on Thursday, December 4, but were engaged in a fierce battle by the troops leaving over 70 of them dead: The Boko Haram attack on Ashaka in Gombe State has claimed the lives of 10 soldiers, the Nigerian Defence Headquarters has said. The terrorists invaded the town on Thursday, December 4, but were engaged in a fierce battle by the troops leaving over 70 of them dead. According to the Director of Defence Information, Chris Olukolade:  “Terrorists fleeing Ashaka on Thursday managed to retrieve three truckloads full of their dead members following the defeat and heavy casualty they suffered after a fierce battle with troops in the area.” “The terrorists, who had come in large number with heavy equipment and convoy of over 30 vehicles and a number of motor cycles, were on a mission to take control of Ashaka town, after they had operated in Bajoga and environs in Gombe State.” “Troops who got wind of their intention to overrun other towns and pursued the terrorists while some also laid ambush for them. The terrorists were forced to abandon the mission when the troops proved unyielding. Most of the vehicles and equipment used by the terrorists for their mission were destroyed before they chose to flee the location.” “Over 10 soldiers however died in the battle while those who were wounded are being treated in military hospitals.” The insurgents had earlier attacked the Ashaka Cement factory on November 5 and are believed to have made away with vehicle full of explosive devices.

Another prisionbreak In Nigeria: 270 inmates escape from Minna prison

The jailbreak reportedly occurred on Saturday, December 6, at about 4pm while the prisoners were taking their customary stroll: According to reports, about 270 inmates have escaped from the Maximum Prison along David Mark Road in Minna, Niger State after an attack by unidentified gunmen. The jailbreak reportedly occurred on Saturday, December 6, at about 4pm while the prisoners were taking their customary stroll. About 10 armed attackers reportedly invaded the prison shooting some prison wardens on duty. The gunmen reportedly snatched cars from people nearby and made away with arms and bullet proof vests meant for the wardens. The jailbreak was confirmed by the spokesperson for the prison authorities, Rabiu Shuaibu Muhammed. This latest incident comes less than a week after attackers detonated explosives and freed some inmates of the Ekiti federal prison.

So Sad: Popular comedian’s wife dies after childbirth

Elder O's wife of less than a year, Charity had just been delivered of their first child when she passed away hours later: Tragedy has struck the family of popular comedian, Elder O after he lost his wife due to complications arising from childbirth. The funny man's wife of less than a year, Charity had just been delivered of their first child when she passed away hours later. The comedian reportedly shared the tragic news via Blackberry Messenger saying: “RIP my love my life my wife, you'll forever remain in my heart…words can't explain how I feel just a day after d arrival of our baby u left us.” The couple got married early this year. May her soul rest in peace.

In Kano: Officials seize Russian plane full of weapons

The plane was impounded on Saturday, December 6, at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport and was reportedly heading to Ndjamena, the capital of Chad from Bangui in the Central African Republic: Security officials in Nigeria have seized a Russian cargo plane which was found to be filled with arms and ammunition. The plane was impounded on Saturday, December 6, at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport and was reportedly heading to Ndjamena, the capital of Chad from Bangui in the Central African Republic. The plane, with 7 crew members onboard, stopped to refuel and upon inspection by security agents on ground, it was discovered to be carrying various weapons of war, helicopter parts and 2 Sports Utility Vehicles (SUV) The seizure of the plane has been confirmed by the General Manager of the Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Yakubu Datti and investigations are currently ongoing into the incident.

Chris Brown,Singer claims Karrueche Tran went on date nights with Drake!

Chris accuses Tran of dating Drake and reveals she had threesomes with him and she replies.... Read more: Chris Brown and Karrueche Tran are again SINGLE and this could be the outcome of Brown's allaged affair with upcoming singer Sevyn Streeter and Tran's reported date nights with Drake! Do we need to also mention that two girls posted Brown's body parts online claiming they had sex with him in November? The couple engaged in a nasty fight on social media this weekend which left both revealing too much for the fans to handle but it was the "Loyal" singer who claimed to be the victim. According to Brown, Tran - whom he revealed had had threesomes with him - doesn't love him enough to be with him ONLY. In his since deleted Instagram post, the singer accuses his now ex girlfriend of secretly dating his former rival Drake while he was languishing behind bars few months ago. Brown also boasted of having elevated Tran's celebrity status in Hollywood yet she cannot be grateful. Well, Tran replied saying its likely Brown can't accept the fact that she's all grown up and taking solid decisions to become a better, stronger and more independent woman!

Bill Cosby: Hugh Hefner on comedian's 'Playboy' sex assault charges "truly saddening"

"The mere thought of these allegations is truly saddening..." Hef stated: Playboy boss Hugh Hefner has released a statement about Bill Cosby's latest alleged sexual assault victim, who claimed she was molested by the comedian in the Playboy Mansion back in 1974 at age 15. In response to the accusation, Hefner said: "Bill Cosby has been a good friend for many years and the mere thought of these allegations is truly saddening. I would never tolerate this kind of behavior, regardless of who was involved.” The Los Angeles police opened an investigation after a woman, Judy Huth filed the first lawsuit against Bill Cosby for sexual battery. She reportedly met with detectives for 90 minutes, said officer Jane Kim. According to the woman's civil suit, Cosby forced her to perform a sex act on him in a bedroom of the Playboy Mansion around 1974 when she was underage. Her legal rep, Gloria Allred told reporters at a recent press conference in L.A that Huth met with two special victim unit detectives on Friday, three days after her lawsuit was filed, "We are going to provide any and all evidence that she has," Allred said. Meanwhile, Cosby's attorney, Martin Singer, accused Huth and another lawyer of extortion and said she attempted to sell her story to a tabloid a decade earlier. Singer's filing states the other attorney, Marc Strecker, first demanded $100,000 for Huth to remain silent, then raised the demand to $250,000 as more women came forward accusing Cosby of sexual misconduct. Police did not give any additional details about the investigation but Police Chief Charlie Beck on Thursday urged potential victims of sex abuse by Cosby to speak with detectives, regardless of whether their claims were outside the statute of limitations. Cosby has been accused by more than 15 women in recent weeks of sexual misconduct, ranging from groping to drugging and raping. He has never been charged with a crime, and his attorneys have denied many of the allegations. However, the comedian's Hollywood Walk of Fame was vandalised later this week after someone wrote "Rapist" on it three times. In a statement made by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, which manages the stars embedded in several sidewalks, "When people are unhappy with one of our honorees, we would hope that they would project their anger in more positive ways then to vandalize a California state landmark," Cosby received his star in 1977. It's placed near the busy intersection of Hollywood Boulevard and North Highland Avenue.

Future Awards Africa 2014: Asa, Ice Prince, Iyanya, Osas, Golden Girl, Flavia to headline awards night

Africa’s biggest youth event, The Future Awards Africa (TFAA) 2014 has announced the performers and MC's for its 2014 edition, and from Paris, one of Africa’s biggest exports to the world, Asa is leading the pack: Africa’s biggest youth event, The Future Awards Africa (TFAA) 2014 has announced the performers for its 2014 edition, and from Paris, one of Africa’s biggest exports to the world, Asa is leading the pack. Paris-based, Nigeria’s most successful music export of this decade, ASA and arguably the foremost breakout artiste of the year, YEMI ALADE. Described by CNN as ‘an African pop legend in the making’, Asa recently released her third album, ‘BED OF STONE’, which has arnered rave reviews across the world, will be performing songs from it exclusively at TFAA 2014. She will be joined by multi-award winning singer, Iyanya and 2014’s breakout artiste, Yemi Alade, who debuted her album ‘KING OF QUEENS’ this year, with her music crossing borders through collaborations with the likes of Tanzania’s most successful artiste, Diamond Platnumz. “Also on the stage at the awards will be pop culture icons including Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, Genevieve Nnaji, Banky W and Lanre Da Silva Ajayi,” said designer Ohimai Atafo, who is Chair of the Central Working Committee for the awards. “They will be driving the content of the awards through calls to action and award presentations.” It will be recalled that, last week, the organisers announced the four anchors for the event: Nigeria’s Ice Prince, Iyanya and Osas Ighodaro alongside Ugandan Channel O VJ, Flavia Tuminise. HOSTING THE RED CARPET WILL BE AFRICA’S IT GIRLS ON TELEVISION, BOLANLE OLUKANNI and ZAINAB BALOGUN of EbonyLife TV. They will be joined by fashion bloggers, Denola Adepetun and Zina Anumudu of StyleVitae who have defined the culture for fashion over the past year. The Future Awards Africa 2014 will be broadcast live, primetime, on perennially award-winning TV station, Channels Television - from 7.30 - 9.30pm. The black-tie event holds on Sunday, 7 December at the Intercontinental Hotels in Lagos, Nigeria. It is strictly by invitation. The Future Awards Africa 2014 is headlined by Vitafoam and presented in partnership with Microsoft, the Lagos Internal Revenue Service and the Tony Elumelu Foundation. Official Media Partners are EbonyLife TV, AfricaMagic, Ventures Africa, and Y! Africa. Official Online Partners are MemeBurn, BellaNaija and 360nobs. The official bloggers for 2014 are LindaIkeji, Omojuwa, LadunLiadi, Olorisupergal, Ameyaw, NigeriaNewsDesk and GidiTraffic. Country partners are RedBox Africa, The Trent, Information Nigeria, News Wire Nigeria, SabiNews and Pulse.ng. Buzz Partners are Style Vitae, StyleMeAfrica, Fashpa.com & FAP. Cool FM is the host radio station. Channels Television is the host TV station. For more information, visit @TFAAfrica on Twitter/Instagram or the website www.thefutureafrica.com/awards [2]. The official hashtags for the 2014 awards are #TheFutureAwards and #TheFutureAwards2014.

Protests in New York: Jury clears officer who choked Eric Garner to death

43-year-old Eric Garner was put in a chokehold, which eventually led to his death, by Officer Daniel Pantaleo in July after he was caught illegally selling cigarettes: Protesters have invaded the streets of New York after a grand jury decided not to charge a white police officer who choked an unarmed black man to death. 43-year-old Eric Garner was put in a chokehold, which eventually led to his death, by Officer Daniel Pantaleo in July after he was caught illegally selling cigarettes. His death was ruled a homicide by the city’s medical examiner but the grand jury ruled on Wednesday, December 3 that Pantaleo did not intend to cause Garner’s death with his actions. The altercation between Garner, a father of three, and officers of the New York Police Department was caught on video and the deceased was heard clearly stating several times “I can’t breathe”. Protests began in the city after the decision on Wednesday and continued into early Thursday and protesters expressed their anger with chants of Garner’s last words “I can’t breathe.” Garner’s wife, Esaw expressed her disbelief at the verdict saying: “Oh my God, are you serious? I’m very disappointed. You can see in the video that he (the cop) was dead wrong!” Officer Pantaleo issued a statement after he was cleared expressing his condolences to Garner’s family and saying that he feels very sorry for the incident. “I hope that they will accept my personal condolences for their loss,” he said. However, Esaw Garner said in response that it’s too late for condolences: “The time for remorse was when my husband was yelling to breathe, that would have been the time for him to show some remorse or some type of care for another human being’s life.” “No, I don’t accept his apology. I could care less about his condolences. My husband is 6 feet under. (The cop) is still working. He’s still collecting a paycheck and I’m looking for a way to feed my kids,” Mrs Garner said. President Barack Obama has also spoken out on the decision of the grand jury saying that it speaks to “the concern on the part of too many minority communities that law enforcement is not working with them and dealing with them in a fair way.” The latest grand jury decision comes after a similar panel refused to indict Officer Darren Wilson for the August 9 shooting death of 18-year-old Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri leading to a wave of unrest all around the country.

Boko Haram: Soldiers destroy explosive-laden vehicle in Borno

The vehicle was supposedly meant for use in suicide bombings by Boko Haram which had earlier invaded the town on Tuesday, December 2: The Nigerian army has scored another victory against Boko Haram as a vehicle reportedly laden with explosives was destroyed by troops in Konduga, Borno State. The vehicle was supposedly meant for use in suicide bombings by the sect which had earlier invaded the town on Tuesday, December 2. The latest triumph by the troops was announced via statement released by PR Nigeria on Wednesday, December 3. The statement also added that a large number of terrorists were killed during the operation but the Nigerian army did not record any casualties. The Tuesday attack on Konduga by Boko Haram was also repelled by soldiers leaving 70 of the terrorists dead.

Bomb Scare: Police defuse explosive near primary school in Jos

The explosive device was reportedly placed near the Tin City Primary School in the Plateau State capital: The police in Jos today, December 4, averted a major tragedy after they successfully defused bomb which was planted near a primary school. The explosive device was reportedly placed near the Tin City Primary School in the Plateau State capital. Officers of the Bomb Disposal Unit stated that the fuse on the device had already been lit but it was extinguished before it could explode, Eagle Online reports. The device reportedly contained about one kilogramme of explosives and was believed to be homemade.

Woman bites off neighbour's scrotum over his testimony in church

Mirian Ndubuisi attacked her neighbour Philip Eze for insinuating in a testimony in Church that her son died because of her wicked ways: A 28-year-old woman, Mirian Ndubuisi, allegedly attacked her neighbour, Philip Eze, for a false testimony in church. Philip Eze on Sunday, October 12, had allegedly taken to his church pulpit to testify that Mirian Ndubuisi’s child death was caused by her intention to eliminate him (Philip Eze). He said that Mirian Ndubuisi’s plan to kill him backfired which led to the death of her son. After hearing about the testimony, an angry Mirian Ndubuisi confronted Philip which led to a scuffle. During the fight between the two neighbours, Mirian Ndubuisi bit off her neighbour’s scrotum. The matter was brought before an Ikeja Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, December 2 where the prosecutor, ASP Eranus Nnamonu, told the court that the defendant committed the offence. The court also learnt that the two tenants have always been at loggerheads.

Ebola Outbreak: Lagos State donates N76M to Adadevoh’s hospital, others

The beneficiaries include the First Consultants Hospital in Obalende, where the late Dr Stella Adadevoh used to work before her death, the doctor’s son, Bankole Cardoso, 13 survivors and other relatives of victims of the disease. Governor of Lagos, Babatunde Fashola with Ebola survivors, Dennis Akagha, Dr Falade Akinniyi, Dr. Ibeawuchi Morris, Dr. Adaora Igonoh and Kelechi Enemuo  (Vanguard). The government of Lagos state has donated a total sum of N76 million to persons affected by the Ebola outbreak within the state. The beneficiaries include the First Consultants Hospital in Obalende, where the late Dr Stella Adadevoh used to work before her death, the doctor’s son, Bankole Cardoso, 13 survivors and other relatives of victims of the disease. The donation was made on Friday, November 28 by the state Commissioner for Health, Jide Idris. Idris said: “…It is our own effort to the (survivors) and the loved ones that died that they are the heroes and heroines of this containment activity and that there is no need for them to be stigmatised, we should celebrate them.” Nigeria recorded 21 cases of Ebola and eight deaths before being declared Ebola-free on October 20, 2014.

Goodluck Jonathan: Senators to present impeachment notice, Dec. 16:

63 senators, including eight from Jonathan’s own Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), are said to be in support of the plan to impeach the president: Plans to unseat President Goodluck Jonathan are said to be gaining steam as the impeachment notice against him will reportedly be presented on the floor of the Senate on December 16. 63 senators, including eight from Jonathan’s own Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), are said to be in support of the plan to impeach the president. Senator Alkali Jajere of Yobe South told Vanguard: “I have signed the impeachment notice because there are impeachable offences against President Goodluck Jonathan. As at last week, 63 of us have signed up for the impeachment, my signature was the fourth but I can confirm to you that we have 63 signatures but after the session today, two people had called me and told me that they want to sign.” "As of today, the required signatures to initiate the impeachment notice had been obtained,” he added. The National Assembly is due to resume from recess on Tuesday, December 16, 2014.

Music producer arrested for drug trafficking

Though he claims not to know what was in containers given to him from Brazil, a music producer in the dock for drug trafficking: An Asaba, Delta State based music producer, Michael Okafor, is currently telling the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, all he knows about the true ownership of 4.95kg of cocaine he was caught with on his way back from Sao Paulo, Brazil. Though Okafor has maintained that he had no knowledge that cans of silicon sealants found on him contained drugs, the NDLEA airport Commander, Mr. Hamza Umar, maintains that his agency will leave no stone unturned to get to the root of the matter. On how he came about the drugs, Okafor said: "I am a music producer. I travelled to Brazil to promote my music label and to partner other producers. I had a successful deal but on my way back, I accepted a bag from a friend I met in Sao Paulo to take to Nigeria. When I got here, NDLEA demanded to search and 29 out of the 34 sealants were found to contain cocaine. This is a major setback for my career and I feel very bad."

Uruguay Elections: World's poorest president gets successor

Tabare Vazquez won more than 50 percent of the votes during the polls, held on Sunday, November 30, and will take over from Jose Mujica, known as "the world's poorest president.": A former president of Uruguay has won the country’s elections four years after he vacated the office. Tabare Vazquez won more than 50 percent of the votes during the polls, held on Sunday, November 30, and will take over from Jose Mujica, known as "the world's poorest president." Mujica could not contest for a second term due to constitutional restrictions which bar sitting presidents from seeking a consecutive term in office. Vazquez, a 74-year-old oncologist, beat 41-year- old rival Luis Lacalle Pou, who won around 42 per cent of the total vote. “I promise to work my utmost but I cannot, should not and do not want to work alone. I want to count on all Uruguayans,” the successful candidate said after his victory. Vazquez had previously served as Uruguay’s president from 2005 to 2010.

Bad Name: Nigerian jailed in Ghana for impersonating Majid Michel

Another Nigerian man has further dented the image of the nation by impersonating Ghanaian Nollywood actor, Majid Michel: The way Nigerian fraudsters are embarrassing and putting the name of the country to shame is becoming a daily issue, with another Nigerian man, one Kelvin Ogodogu, being jailed in nearby Ghana for impersonating Ghanaian Nollywood actor, Majid Michel » , and defrauding a fan of the star. Ogodogu who is based in Accra, was sentenced to 10 months in prison with hard labour for posing as Majid and soliciting for funds on Facebook to bury his ' late mother » ' who passed on a few weeks back. A USA based Nigerian woman who goes by the name Ikay, and a staunch fan of Majid, fell for Ogodogu's scam and thinking it was her favourite actor that solicited for the funds, sent the scammer some money amounting to thousands of dollars. But his luck ran out when he kept making requests from the woman till she ran into the real Majid Michel » in the United States during a recent visit and accused him of making incessant requests even after she must have sent him some money. Michel, feeling embarrassed, told the woman he never made any request to anyone. To nab the impostor, the woman and the real Majid decided to play along and with the help of the Ghanaian police, Ogodogu was arrested when he went to receive another round of money purportedly sent by Ikay, on the 15 of November, 2014. He was charged to the Magistrates' Court in Teshie and sent to jail.

PRISON BREAK IN EKITI: Explosion rocks Federal prison

Many prisoners were said to have escaped the facility in Ado-Ekiti but some of them have been recaptured: An explosion has reportedly occurred at the Federal Prison in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State. Many prisoners were said to have escaped the facility but some of them have been recaptured according to a report by Radio Continental via Twitter. The tweet reads: “Explosion rocks Federal Prison in Ado-Ekiti; many Prisoners escape,some recaptured.” Prison authorities are yet to issue an official confirmation of the incident. Story developing.

Boko Haram: UN assures Nigeria of full support against terrorism

UN Secretary-General, Ban Ki-Moon condemned the bombing of the mosque, one of the largest in the state, saying that there was no justification for attacks on innocent civilians: Following the recent bomb attack » on the Kano Central Mosque, the United Nations (UN) has promised Nigeria its full support to bring an end to terrorist acts in the country. UN Secretary-General, Ban Ki-Moon condemned the bombing of the mosque » , one of the largest in the state, saying that there was no justification for attacks on innocent civilians. Ban spoke via statement released concerning the November 28 attack which claimed hundreds of lives. » The Secretary-General sent “deepest condolences to the families of the deceased and to the people and Government of Nigeria” and reiterated “the full support of the UN to Nigeria’s efforts to fight terrorism and to provide security to the population consistent with international law and Nigeria’s human rights obligations.” The UN head also wished a swift recovery to the injured persons and urged the authorities to bring the perpetrators of the crime to justice.

Ferguson Riots: Officer who killed 18Yr-old Michael Brown resigns

Officer Darren Wilson formally announced his decision to resign via a letter dated Saturday, November 29: The police officer who shot and killed an unarmed black teenager » in Ferguson, Missouri, leading to protests all over the US, has resigned from the force. Officer Darren Wilson formally announced his decision to resign via a letter dated Saturday, November 29. The letter reads: “I, Darren Wilson, hereby resign my commission as a police officer with the City of Ferguson effective immediately. I have been told that my continues employment may put the residents and police officers of the City of Ferguson at risk, which is a circumstance that I cannot allow.” “For obvious reasons, I wanted to wait until the grand jury made their decision before I officially made my decision to resign. It was my hope to continue in police work, but the safety of other police officers and the community are of the paramount importance to me.” “It is my hope that my resignation will allow the community to heal. I would like to thank all of my supporters and fellow officers throughout this process.” Wilson » shot 18-year-old Michael Brown » six times on August 9, 2014 but a grand jury, on Monday, November 24, chose not to charge him for the teenager’s death. » The decision led to even more unrest in Ferguson with previously peaceful protests deteriorating into violent ones. » Civil rights activist, Rev. Al Sharpton responded to the officer’s resignation saying: “We were not after Wilson's job, we were after Michael Brown's justice.” Wilson had said in an interview with ABC News that he had a “clear conscience” as regards the shooting and would do the same thing again if given the chance. »

Boko Haram: Damaturu under terrorist attack

Fleeing residents have said that the attack began at about 6am on Monday, December 1, when they heard explosions and gunshots: According to emerging reports, Boko Haram insurgents have launched an attack on Damaturu, the Yobe state capital, and the invasion is currently ongoing. Fleeing residents have said that the attack began at about 6am on Monday, December 1, when they heard explosions and gunshots. "It is as if they have surrounded us all here; there is sound of explosion and serious shooting. We are all lying down on the floor with our families ; please pray for our safety, that we survive this," a resident, Yaya Haruna told Premium Times. Another resident, Mallam Abdulmalik said: “We are in serious confusion now, we are just hearing gunshots and explosions on the southern part of the city and people are fleeing.” Security officials have not issued an official confirmation of the attack. Story developing.

JUBILATION: We have seen the last month in 2014,Thanks to the Creator

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Suspected rapist of 16-year-old mother arrested, begs for mercy

Thirty-three-year old Ugochukwu Okparanta, a trader who allegedly raped a 16-year-old girl living with him and got her pregnant, has been arrested by policemen from the Shasha Police Division, Akowonjo, Lagos. Saturday PUNCH’s report on the case on November 14, 2014 chronicled the account of 16- year-old Gloria (not real name) on a sexual abuse which she alleged took place over the course of four years when she was living with Okparanta. She eventually became pregnant and gave birth to a baby boy in September. The trader was arrested following a report by the child rights activist handling the case, Mrs. Esther Ogwu, on Tuesday. He was released on bail the following day. Okparanta at his arrest begged the girl’s family for mercy, promising to take care of the young mother and her child. “Please, forgive me,” he said. “I admit that I am responsible for the pregnancy. But I can assure you that I will pay N40,000 every month to take care of the child.” Okparanta whose relations joined him in appealing for leniency, said what he did was truly bad but that they would ensure he takes full responsibility for the child and mother. Okparanta made a statement at the police station, He also signed an agreement that he would not default in paying the agreed money monthly. However, Ogwu, said the agreement he had signed with the police was not enough to let him off the hook. She said, “He still has a case to answer with the office of public defender. If he has signed an agreement at the police station, he still has to sign another at the OPD. “At the moment, we are concerned about the upkeep of the baby, but we cannot determine who would take custody of the child until OPD takes a decision on it. But I think the family of the girl are going to be in charge of the child for now.” The Divisional Crime Officer at Shasha, who spoke under the condition of anonymity, said the sum of N480,000, representing the agreed monetary support for the next one year had been paid to Gloria’s family. “That is their wish. Whatever was paid to the family has nothing to do with us. We would never handle any money on the family’s behalf. The family of the victim only called me on the phone to indicate that the man had paid for the next one year,” she said. Saturday PUNCH learnt that the police had decided to charge Okparanta to court but the family of the victim begged on behalf of the suspect to have the matter settled out of court. The OPD lawyer assigned to Gloria’s case, Mrs. Toun Akingboye, told our correspondent that whatever agreement reached with the police was not adequate. “If he has signed an undertaking with the police, he still needs to sign one in our office, which we will take to the court. That is to ensure that if he decides to default from whatever agreement is reached, he can be brought to book legally. “But at the moment, we will soon meet with both parties to ensure that the interest of the girl and her child is considered.

I’ll ride on Olamide’s success to be famous again –Lord of Ajasa

Once upon a time, Lord of Ajasa was one of the wave-making artistes in Nigeria with hits like Esa Lobade. But that was long time ago. These days, nothing much has been heard about the talented singer. Granted he has new singles which featured Olamide and Kinihun, the songs didn’t bring him back to the level he was before. In a chat with Saturday Beats recently, the rap artiste said he wants to use Olamide to get back to the top same way Olamide used him years ago when he was unknown. “It is normal because anybody can use anybody to climb to the top. When Olamide started his music career, he used me because I featured in one of his song and nobody knew him then. I was very popular then but I humbled myself and I helped him. That is the kind of person that I am. I feel that he is the one reigning in town now and people like him, so if I feature him on my album, it would be a good marketing strategy. I can use him to move up and be famous again,” he said. The dark-skinned artiste debunked rumours that he has any misunderstanding with Olamide, claiming that he is happy that he is successful. He said, “There is no ‘beef’ between me and Olamide. It is rumour mongers that create such news but the truth of the matter is that we don’t have any issue. In fact, we will soon shoot a video for the song we did together. We should have done it a while back but he has been busy performing at various shows within and outside the country. Why would I ‘beef’ him? It is his time and everybody has their own time. He did not do anything to me, so I cannot ‘beef’ him. Instead, I am celebrating him as he has become successful.”