Ondo state governor's Chief Security Officer killed by suspected armed robbers

The Chief Security Officer of Ondo State Governor, Olusegun Mimiko, Idowu Oyewole was shot dead by three gunmen at his home at Owo/Akure Express road yesterday October 20th. According to reports, Oyewole had retired home after the days work and was having dinner with his Family when the gunmen believed to be armed robbers attacked the home of his neighbor.

DSS arrest: NBA seeks suspension of affected judges

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has asked judges who are currently being investigated by the Department of State Services (DSS) over allegations of corruption to suspend sitting and proceed on compulsory suspension.

Donald Trump says he won't commit to accepting election results

Republican Party U.S presidential candidate Donald Trump on Wednesday, during the third and final presidential debate in Las Vegas said he won't commit to accepting the November 8 U.S presidential election results. Trump in the last one week has claimed that the election process was being rigged against him as even dead people's names had been brought up in the voter's register.

You have no brains, no sense- Gov Amosun tells aggrieved Ogun workers

Ogun State Governor, Ibikunle Amosu yesterday lashed out at aggrieved workers of the state civil service who have threatened to go on strike over unpaid allowances and wages. At a town hall meeting organised by the Ministry of Budget and Planning at June 12 Cultural Centre, Abeokuta, insisted he would not succumb to the demands of the workers.

Iraqi national team publicly sacrifice sheep so that they can qualify for Russia 2018 World Cup (photos)

Iraq's national football team is still without a point in Russia 2018 World Cup qualification as they’ve lost their first three matches which include defeats to Australia (2-0), Saudi Arabia (1-2) and Japan (2-1) and face a must win home match against Thailand in their next qualifier game.

Gunmen kill police officer in Zamfara

Unknown gunmen suspected to be assassins yesterday at about 2am, stormed the residence of an Assistant Supritendent of Police, ASP Gambo Adamu at Sha'iskawa quarters in Gusau the capital of Zamfara state and shot him dead. The gunmen believed to be assassins, shot the deceased at close range, causing him to die instantly.

Photos: Former President Obasanjo visits President Buhari at the state house

They had a closed door meeting at the state house Abuja earlier today. More photos after the cut.

Drake and Rihanna reportedly break up

Drake who recently professed his undying love to singer Rihanna while they performed on stage is reportedly dating Insta-famous reality star India Westbrooks better known as India Love. They even had matching tattoos of a Dolphin. The two lovebirds reportedly broke up after the Summer 16 tour they did together ended. 

A trip to Jamaica becomes the highest grossing Nollywood film in 2016 with just 10 days in cinemas

Comedian Ay's  'A Trip To Jamaica' that is currently running in Cinemas nationwide h as already raked in 80 Million Naira to surpass every other Nollywood movies that has hit the cinemas in 2016.

154 Nigerians deported from Libya

The Nigerian Immigration Service on Monday, October 10, revealed that 154 Nigerians were deported from Libya by the countries authority. According to reports, the return of the deportees was processed by the assistance of the International Office for Migration (IOM), which has been instrumental for the voluntary return of many Nigerians trapped in Libya crises.

"As proud as I am to label myself a Republican, I will not vote for Donald Trump" - Arnold Schwarzenegger

Austrian-American actor, former professional bodybuilder and ex-governor of California, Arnold Schwarzenegger has revealed that he would

Ex-governor James Ibori to appeal conviction, alleges British police and lawyers involved in his case are corrupt

Former Delta State governor, James Ibori who is jailed in Britain for corruption, is likely to appeal against his conviction on the grounds that British police and lawyers involved in his case were themselves corrupt, a London court heard on Friday, October 7th.

Kaduna state governor, Nasir El-Rufai, orders arrest of Spokesperson of Shi'tes movement

Kaduna state governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has ordered the arrest and prosecution of the spokesperson of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria IMN otherwise known as Shi'ites, Ibrahim Musa. This comes days after the state government placed a ban on the activities of Shi'ites in the state.

South Africa gets Africa's first solar powered airport

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George Airport in South Africa is not only Africa's first solar powered airport, it is also the second of such in the world after India's Cochin airport. 2000 solar panels provide 750Kw of energy daily which exceeds the 450Kw the airport needs to run its activities.

Photos: Troops arrest Boko Haram terrorists in Borno State

In what could be described as bumper harvest in the wave of arrests of escaping and infiltrating remnants of Boko Haram terrorists in the north east, troops of Operation LAFIYA DOLE with the assistance of Civilian JTF, have arrested quite a number in Maiduguri and Mafa.

Muslim groups call for Federal and State governments to make the first day of the Islamic calendar a public holiday

The Muslim Muslim Media Practitioners of Nigeria (MMPN), Obafemi Awolowo University Muslim

Photos: Hundreds left dead in Haiti as Hurricane Mathew sweeps towards Florida

The number of people known to have been killed by Hurricane Matthew in Haiti is increasing by the day as coastal villages and towns began making contact with the outside world two days after being hit by the most dangerous Caribbean storm in nearly a decade.

10 months old baby girl dies after being sexually assaulted by mum’s new boyfriend (photos)

Police in Charleston, West Virginia, have arrested and charged Benjamin Ryan Taylor, 32, to court after  the 10 month old baby of his girlfriend died from head injuries sustained after he allegedly battered and sexually assaulted her in the basement'.

International Rugby player apologizes for having sex with another woman in airport bathroom

New Zealand Rugby star, Aaron Smith has issued out an apology after he was caught having sex with another woman whom he tagged as a ‘Female Friend.’ In a released statement, The All Blacks star, widely considered the game’s best player on current form said:

Chelsea coach Antonio Conte heaps praise on Victor Moses

New manager of Chelsea Antonio Conte has heaped praise on Nigerian winger Victor Moses saying the Super Eagles player understands his type of football.

Police tear Gas protesting students in South Africa

South African students protesting over free education were dispersed with tear gas, rubber bullets and stun grenades by the Police men in Johannesburg.

Why we have not released Dasuki -FG

The Federal government has given an explanation as to why it has not obeyed yesterday's judgement by the Court of the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, ordering it to immediately release the former National Security Adviser, Sambo Dasuki, who has been in detention since last year over allegations of misappropriation of $2.1 billion arms fund.

Czech club makes two players train with female team after they made sexist comments towards female referee

Two players of Czech Republic football club, Sparta Prague, spoke too quickly and out of turn after a football match with rival, Brno, which made the club swiftly put them in their places.

'I'm going through personal demons, done lots of cocaine & wish to die everyday' - boxer Tyson Fury reveals

World heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury aka the Gypsy King has sensationally revealed that he has taken a lot of cocaine the last four months but has never taken a performance enhancing drug.

Photos: Man burns 8-year-old stepson's hand on hot stove for allegedly stealing N200 in Rivers State.

According to Nwogu Davina who shared the post on a Facebook page, forced by hunger, the young boy identified as Sofeme, 8, stole N200 from his mother. The step father, one Victor George punished him by placing his hand on a hot stove. The incident reportedly happened last week at Rumuigbo, Port Harcourt. Read what he shared below:

NYSC disowns tweet asking redeployed Corpers to collect discharge certificates from their original state of deployment

Although the misleading tweet emanated from their handle, the agency has denied it, asking corps members to disregard it and collect their discharge certificates from the states where they completed their service.

Mentally challenged couple spotted in public display of affection in Bayelsa state (photos)

The woman is pregnant and it is believed that the man is responsible. See more photos

Aston Villa sack Roberto Di Matteo

Reports indicate Aston Villa have sacked head coach, Roberto Di Matteo after a disappointing start to the season in the Championship. Aston Villa are targeting an instant return to the Premier League by the end of the season and a loss to Preston North End on Saturday left them in 19th position.

Rangers FC of Enugu win the Nigeria Professional Football league.

Rangers FC of Enugu have finally won the 2015/2016 NPFL season, their first League title in 32 years after defeating El Kanemi Warriors 4-0 in Enugu this evening.

Photo: Club girl, her lover and two others arrested for withdrawing money from stolen ATM

Operatives of Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of Lagos State Police Command on Friday apprehended a young lady, her boyfriend and two others for stealing an Automated Teller Machine (ATM) card which belonged to one Musa Alli and withdrew over N300, 000.00 from the account.

Nigeria comedian Gandoki makes World Record

Ace comedian Gandoki On Saturday 1st of October put Nigeria on the world map by becoming the first Comedian to perform non-stop comedy for 42 hours and 10 mins, he thus set a new world record for the Longest Stand-up comedy performance by an individual. The feat which started on Thursday 29th of October at the exclusive mansions hotel, climaxed at about 12:34 pm on Independence day, when he beat the previous record.

Yemi Alade, Tiwa Savage nominated for MTV Africa Music Awards 2016

Tiwa Savage and Yemi Alade are up for awards in the upcoming MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMA) 2016.

Brymo Reveals He Was Never Paid For Oleku – “I Was A Fool”

Singer, Brymo, has revealed he was never paid for his part in Oleku, a song owned by former label mate,Ice Prince.

The ‘Alajo Somolu‘ crooner, who spoke with Sahara TV, said he was never paid by his then label, Chocolate City for the song.