IPMAN okays N150 per litre

MEMBERS of the Independent Petroleum Marketers’ Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) have been directed to sell a litre of petrol at N150.

Zulum: Governors await Buhari’s response on attack

GOVERNORS are awaiting President Muhammadu Buhari’s  response to their complaints on last week’s attack on Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum.

#RevolutionNow co-convener, Olawale Bakare rearrested by DSS

Olawale Bakare, the #RevolutionNow co-convener who was granted bail alongside Omoyele Sowore in 2019 has been rearrested by the Department of State Services (DSS). 

Benue rejects FG's rice donation, says the rice deliveries has expired

Three trailers load of rice donated by the Federal Government through the Ministry for Humanitarian Affairs as COVID-19 palliatives, has been rejected by the Benue State Government.

Fulham to get £135m after defeating Brentford 2-0 to gain promotion to premier league (photos)

Famed British club, Fulham beat Brentford 2-1 in the Championship play-off final at Wembley on Tuesday night, August 4, to gain promotion to the Premier League, winning up to £135m in the process.

Stop patronizing baby factories in the name of miracle pregnancy - Nigerian doctor warns

A Nigerian doctor has warned against patronizing baby factories in the name of miracle pregnancy as she shared an experience with a patient she met recently.

Businesses groan as COVID-19 impact on economy worsens

The Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak has caused widespread concern and economic hardship for consumers, businesses, and communities across the globe. It is estimated that there is no sector of the economy that has not been affected negatively including the banking, telecoms, e-commerce, manufacturing sectors.

15 crime suspects held, weapons recovered in Enugu, Niger

No fewer than 15 suspects have been arrested for various violent crimes in Enugu and Niger states, police said on Tuesday.

Oduenyi delighted with promotion in Austria

Nigeria-born striker Ugochukwu Oduenyi has vowed to keep challenging his potential for bigger chances after his club Ried SV got automatic promotion from Austria Liga 2 on Friday.

Osun court penalises expatriate, 53 residents for not wearing facemask

An Osun State Magistrates’ Court sitting in Osogbo on Tuesday sentenced an expatriate, Elisan Mohammed and 53 residents to two hours community service without an option of fine for not wearing a face-mask in a public place.

From banking to catering

A young entrepreneur, Linda Ajala owns Splurgeon Foods, a premium catering firm based in Abuja. She brings with her immense knowledge in banking and strategic planning to make the company the force to reckon with in Nigeria.

Politicians have turned NDDC to cash cow, says Wike

Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike has accused politicians of turning the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to a cash cow which they are milking.

CAN president, Sultan raise alarm over killings

Islamic and Christian leaders have expressed sadness over killings in the country.

32 varsities conducting research to tackle pandemic, says NUC

Executive Secretary, National Universities Commission (NUC) Prof. Abubakar Rasheed on Tuesday announced that 32 federal, state and private universities are conducting different stages of research to tackle direct and collateral impacts of COVID-19.

Update: At least 50 killed and 2,500 injured after massive explosion in Lebanon's capital Beirut (Photos/Videos)

At least 50 people have been killed and over 2,500 injured after a massive explosion erupted in the Beirut port area, damaging buildings and vehicles in Lebanon.

 

Pastor arrested for allegedly raping his co-pastor's 11-year-old daughter in Imo

The Imo state police command has arrested one Pastor Joseph Anthony of the Living Faith Church in Njaba, a community in the state, for allegedly raping one Favour Chikanma, the 11-year-old daughter of his fellow pastor, one Pastor Chukwuma Okoronkwo. 

 

Pastor Tunde Bakare kicks against reopening of churches

Pastor Tunde Bakare, the serving General Overseer of the Citadel Global Community Church formerly known as Latter Rain Assembly has kicked against the reopening of churches by the Lagos state government. 

 

288 new cases of COVID-19 recorded in Nigeria

288 new cases of COVID-19 were recorded in Nigeria on Monday, August 3.

 

Ogun state government backs down, makes COVID-19 test free for returning students

The Ogun state government has announced that the COVID-19 test for returning students which was earlier pegged at N25, 000 per student, is now free.

OPPO Mobile Unveils The New OPPO A92 In Nigeria With Brand Partner Tacha

3rd of August, 2020, Lagos, Nigeria - OPPO Mobile Nigeria introduces a killer mid-range smartphone in the OPPO A92, as well as a lower variant in form of the OPPO A52. Coming with a refreshing design and powerful settings in both hardware and software, OPPO A92 aims to deliver advanced technology in everyday usage scenarios. The A Series of OPPO is widely loved by young people around the world, OPPO A92 is built standing on user’s needs. With large capacity of 8GB RAM+128GB ROM and 5000mAh Battery, it levels up the fundamental capabilities. Together with magnificent 1080P Neo-Display and 48MP AI Quad Camera, OPPO A92 stands out as a full package, offering trendy and dynamic technologies, design and experience.

 

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu explains his links to some NDDC contracts

Former Abia state governor and Senate Chief Whip, Orji Uzor Kalu, has come out to explain his link with some of the projects executed by the Niger Delta Development Commission NDDC.

 

EFCC secures final forfeiture of N827.6m from NDDC contractors

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC has secured the final forfeiture of N827, 679,098.32 (Eight Hundred and Twenty-Seven Million, Six Hundred and Seventy-Nine Thousand, Ninety-Eight Naira, Thirty-Two Kobo) from Flank Power Resources Limited and GMFD Ventures Limited which are linked to contractors with the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC. 

 

#BBNaija: See how Twitter users are reacting after Ozo went to apologise to his 'love interest' Nnegi for picking Dorathy as his Deputy HOH and not her

Big Brother Naija Lockdown housemates, Dorathy and Nnegi are currently trending on Twitter and this is after the current Head of House, Ozo, picked one the ladies as his deputy.

Trump says TikTok sales can go through but only if the US gets a cut

US President, Donald Trump has revealed he would allow an American company to buy social media app, Tiktok but only if the United States gets a sizeable cut from any deal that takes place.

#BBNaija: Ozo wins Head of House challenge, picks Dorathy as his deputy

Ozo has emerged this week's Head of House in the Big Brother Naija lockdown house. 

 

#BBNaija: Erica accidentally exposes her bare behind and moans as she enjoys intense ‘under the sheet’ action with Kiddwaya (videos)

Big Brother Najia Lockdown housemates, Erica and Kiddwaya who are romantically linked in the show couldn't get their hands off each other as they packed the on PDA last night. 

304 new cases of Coronavirus recorded in Nigeria

304 new cases of Coronavirus were recorded in Nigeria on Sunday August 2, as confirmed by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC). 

Nigerians express shock as pharmacy sells Hydroxychloroquine sulfate for 50,000 Naira after a Nigerian-trained medical doctor claimed it treats Coronavirus

Nigerians have expressed shock after a Twitter user shared a pack of Hydroxychloroquine sulfate and claimed it was sold for 50,000 Naira in a Port Harcourt Pharmacy.

Lagos state government reopens worship centers August 7, restaurants to open for in-dining services from August 14 (videos)

The Lagos state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has announced the reopening of worship centers in the state beginning from Friday, August 7.

Water is the only thing Nigerian pharmaceutical companies don’t import - NAFDAC DG, Mojisola Adeyeye

The Director-General of National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Mojisola Adeyeye has elucidated the need for increased local production in the country. 

Premier league champions Liverpool release new jerseys for 2020-21 season (photos)

After winning their first ever Premier League title in style, Liverpool will begin next season as newly-crowned champions with a brand-new kit produced by clothing giants, Nike.

Actresses make themselves vulnerable to sexual harassment - Dayo Amusa

Nollywood actress, Dayo Amusa has stated that her female colleagues make themselves vulnerable to sexual harassment by movie producers and directors.

Properties destroyed as fire guts foam market in Lagos (photos/video)

Properties worth millions of Naira have been lost after fire gutted a section of the popular foam market in Mushin, Lagos state today August 1.

Ogun state government mandates all returning students to undergo COVID-19 tests

As students in exiting classes prepare to resume for academic activities nationwide on Monday, August 3, the Ogun state government has mandated all students in boarding houses to undergo Malaria and COVID-19 tests as that would make them admissible into their boarding houses.

In the last two weeks, we have seen a gradual decrease in the number of positive COVID-19 cases- Lagos gov, Babajide Sanwo-Olu (video)

Lagos state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, today August 1, announced that the state has in the last two weeks witnessed a decline in the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases.

72-year-old man dies onboard an Air Peace flight from Calabar to Abuja

A 72-year-old man died onboard an Air Peace flight P47182 from Calabar to Abuja today Saturday, August 1.

Governor Kayode Fayemi recovers from COVID-19

The Governor of Ekiti State, Dr. Kayode Fayemi has recovered from COVID-19.

World’s most identical twins want to get pregnant by joint boyfriend at ‘exactly the same time’ (Photos)

A pair of twins who have been dubbed ‘the most identical in the world’ have revealed they want to get pregnant by their shared boyfriend, at exactly the same time.

Governor Umahi, daughter and aides recover from COVID-19

Governor Dave Umahi, his daughter and three of his close aides have recovered from Coronavirus after testing positive for the disease. 

Trump's actions threaten US democracy - Barack Obama

Former US President Barack Obama has condemned President Donald Trump's use of federal agents against protesters and his attempts at voter suppression in the United States.

Queen Elizabeth's bodyguard arrested for having nine bags of cocaine and ketamine after white powder is found in St James's Palace bathroom

One of Queen Elizabeth's bodyguards was arrested on suspicion of drugs possession after white powder was found in a bathroom at St James's Palace. 

Stunning new photos of Governor El-Rufai's nieces (Photos)

Social media users are in awe of the stunning beauty of these ladies who are the daughters of Bashir El-Rufai, one of the brothers of Governor Nasir el-Rufai.

Dress appropriately to avoid getting raped- Victoria Inyama tells ladies (video)

Former Nollywood actress, Victoria Inyama, has advised Nigerian women to dress appropriately to avoid getting raped. Over four thousand rape cases have been recorded across the country since the COVID-19 pandemic began in February this year.

Jude Okoye's wife, Ifeoma, shares hot new photos as she turns 30

Ify Okoye, wife of music executive Jude Okoye, turns 30 today July 31.

Insecurity: Nigerians know we have done our best - President Buhari

President Buhari says Nigerians know that his administration has done its best in fighting insecurity.

"I’m concerned for the world that feels I shouldn’t cry about the thought of aborting my first born" - Kanye West tweets

Billionaire rapper and fashion designer, Kanye West, has reacted to the ridicule he received for crying out during a rally early this month when he revealed that his wife, Kim Kardashian nearly aborted his first daughter.

Victor Osimhen becomes Nigeria's most expensive player after signing a €50m deal to join Napoli from Lille

Victor Osimhen has officially become Nigeria's most expensive player after completing a big-money move from Lille to Napoli. 

Court dismisses case against Senator Abbo after he was filmed slapping a nursing mother in a sex toy shop

A Magistrate Court in Zuba on the outskirts of Abuja has dismissed the case of assault against Senator Elisha Abbo.

How dare you, your time is short - Pastor Chris Oyakhilome slams FG for limiting the duration of services due to Coronavirus (video)

Pastor Chris Oyakhilome has taken another swipe at the Federal Government over its decision to limit the duration of services due to the Coronavirus pandemic. 

Woman crashes wedding claiming to be pregnant with groom's child (video)

A woman crashed a wedding ceremony in Detroit and shocked guests as she claimed to be carrying the groom's child.