Rory McIlroy signs reported '$100 million' equipment deal

With a reported new $100 million equipment deal in his pocket, and a gleaming new wedding ring on his finger, life on and off the golf course seems pretty rosy for Rory McIlroy.

The CIA has just set up a unit to deal with North Korea

The CIA has established a Korea Mission Center to address "the nuclear and ballistic missile threat posed by" North Korea and its unpredictable leader, the US intelligence agency announced Wednesday.

A 'white hot' Trump stewed over Comey's fate

President Donald Trump kept his decision to fire FBI Director James Comey extraordinarily close to the vest in the 48 hours leading up to the stunning announcement, people close to the White House said, before ultimately concluding that Comey "was his own man" and could not be trusted in a role so pivotal to the presidency.

Fifa ratifies nine African World Cup places

the decision to give Africa nine automatic places when the World Cup expands to 48 teams in 2026.

Australian soldier killed in training incident

An Australian soldier has died during a training exercise in the Northern Territory.

The man was taking part in a "routine" activity at the time, the Department of Defence said. It did not give details of the incident.

The army has suspended all training exercises involving combat brigades while it reviews safety procedures, officials said.

It is the second death of an Australian soldier in training since last week.

Trooper Stuart Reddan, 21, was killed by a falling tree branch on 4 May while travelling in an armoured vehicle in Queensland.

'Great sadness'

The latest incident happened on Wednesday at the Mount Bundey training area near Darwin, the department said.

"He received immediate first aid at the scene and was transported to the Royal Darwin Hospital for treatment," a statement said.

"The soldier was subsequently pronounced deceased."

Relatives of the soldier, who has not been named, have been notified.

Defence Minister Marise Payne expressed "great sadness" over the soldier's death and sent sympathies to his family.

"Whether on deployment or while training, the men and women of the Australian Defence Force undertake hazardous activities to ensure our safety and security," she said.

Racism And What Students Should do

Racism “is more than bullying,” says Terrence James Roberts. He’s a psychologist in Pasadena, Calif. Racism is a prejudice that persists because significant swaths of society either share this attitude, condone it or refuse to challenge it.

Article - RAPE

It is troubling enough that such a small proportion of reported rapes make it to court, worse still that so few victims come forward in the first place. 

Nigeria Chibok girls: Parents learning if daughters among those freed

Parents of the missing Chibok girls are slowly learning if their daughters are among the 82 freed by Boko Haram militants in Nigeria two days ago..

South African town hit by riots after white farmers get bail

Facebook must delete hate postings, Austria court rules

Obama warned Trump about hiring Michael Flynn

Barack Obama warned newly elected President Donald Trump against hiring Michael Flynn as national security adviser, the White House has confirmed.

ARSENAL ENDS MANCHESTER UNITED UNBEATING RUN

Arsenal ended Manchester United's 25-match unbeaten run in the Premier League and kept up their hopes of securing a place in the top four.

North Korea 'detains US citizen Kim Hak-song'

North Korea says it has detained a US citizen on suspicion of "hostile acts" against the state.

Macron wins French presidency by decisive margin over Le Pen

The pro-EU centrist Emmanuel Macron has won the French presidency in a decisive victory over the far-right Front National leader, Marine Le Pen, and vowed to unite a divided and fractured France.

Controversial Verratti goal helps PSG keep pressure on Monaco

A hotly contested goal by Marco Verratti helped Paris Saint-Germain to a comfortable 5-0 win over bottom club Bastia on Saturday as the reigning champions kept the pressure on Ligue 1 leaders Monaco.

6-yr-old creates books to teach about black indigenous cultures

A 6-year-old girl and her mother have created a coloring book that educates young children about black indigenous cultures around the world while exploring the histories of native-born black people in Africa and America.

Arsenal tackle Manchester Utd as Wenger face Mourinho again

France’s Hollande promises ‘response’ to Macron election hack

Anthony Joshua and other painful misses for Nigerian sports

The victory of Anthony Olaseni Oluwafemi Joshua over Ukranian veteran world champion, Vladimir Klitschko, which saw to his retention of the International Boxing Federation (IBF) heavyweight title, as well as the addition of the World Boxing Association (WBA) belt to his medal chest came as good and bad news to Nigeria and Nigerians.

NAFDAC destroys N105m fake products

• Wants Life Sentence For Drug Counterfeiters 
Fake products from Benue and Nasarawa States worth over N105 million were yesterday, destroyed by the National Agency for Food, Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC).

NIGERIA- #JusticeForKhadijaBashir: Aisha Buhari, Dolapo Osinbajo Visits 8 Month Old Baby Raped In Kano. (Photos)

NIGERIA- 82 Chibok girls exchanged for Boko Haram suspects

The Nigerian government late Saturday said the 82 Chibok schoolgirls freed by Boko Haram were exchanged for some suspected members of the terror group held by the authorities.

City trash Crystal Palace to go third

1. A dominant performance from Manchester City saw them comprehensively beat Crystal Palace 5-0 on Saturday to move up to third on the Premier League table.Manchester City 5 Crystal Palace 0 Silva scores second-minute opener Kompany with emphatic finish De Bruyne puts City in command Sterling and Otamendi compete rout

Women development and poverty reduction in Lagos

 

In Nigeria, effort to give women a better deal has always been on the front burner. Generally, the Nigerian woman is untiringly industrious and strives as hard as the man. Sadly, she is rarely acknowledged as a significant contributor to society’s sustenance.

I don’t have to make peace with Wenger – Mourinho

Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho, has insisted he does not need to make peace with long-time rival, Arsene Wenger, when he takes his side to Arsenal on Sunday.

The two coaches have endured a frosty relationship, since Mourinho first arrived in England as Chelsea manager in 2004.

THE TRIUMPH OF IGNORING

CONSERVATIVES DON’T WANT TO UNDERSTAND THAT THEIR SYSTEM DOESN’T WORK

EXCLUSIVE The WBC will do ‘whatever it takes’ to make Anthony Joshua-Deontay Wilder

WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman speaks to John Dennen about Anthony Joshua and the fight he wants to see

Novak Djokovic has sacked his entire team of support staff

ELEVEN months after winning the French Open and capping the greatest Grand Slam run in modern tennis history, Novak Djokovic hit the reset button on his career, firing longtime coach Marian Vajda and the rest of his team after a stunning career free fall that’s seen him suffer the biggest upsets of his career, lose his spot at No. 1 after having the biggest lead in ATP rankings history and seemingly lose all the confidence and mental fortitude that helped make him the best tennis player in the world.

Pochettino not giving up on title yet

Mauricio Pochettino insists Tottenham are still fighting for the Premier League title despite their on Friday Night Football.

Suspended NIA boss’ wife bought Ikoyi flat with $1.6m cash – EFCC

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on Friday named Mrs. Folashade Oke as the owner of Flat 7B, No. 13, Osborne Road, Osborne Towers, Ikoyi, Lagos, where the sums of $43,449,947, £27,800 and N23, 218,000 were recently recovered by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission.

What Marcus Rashford Told Me Before Scoring Stunning Free-kick, Paul Pogba Reveals

Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba has revealed that Marcus Rashford told him he was going to score the free-kick that gave them an advantage over Celta Vigo in the semifinal fixture of Europa League.

UEFA is trying to make penalty kick shootouts more confusing with new rules

UEFA is hoping to make slight changes to the current penalty kick shootout format in the near future. Soccer's European governing body will test the new system at the men's and women's European U-17 Championships next month. 

Actress breaks silence on domestic violence in her marriage

Nollywood actress Mercy Aigbe has claimed that her husband Lanre Gentry has been physically assaulting her.

Mercy Aigbe has opened and written an open letter to her husband Lanre Gentry to deny he has never physically assaulted her.

Nigeria: Chocolate City Music Signs Yung L

Chocolate City Music has signed raving Nigerian music sensation, Yung L to its imprint.

Yung L, real name Christopher Omenye, is a member of G.R.I.P Music, a group he pioneered alongside Endia, J.Milla, and producer, Chopstix.

Report: FIFA agrees to reduce Lionel Messi World Cup qualifiers ban for Argentina

Argentine soccer star Lionel Messi will have his four-match ban reduced, boosting his country's chances of qualifying for next year's World Cup, according to a televised report by Hernan Castillo of ESPN FC in Argentina.

China's first big passenger plane takes off for maiden flight

After about 90 minutes in the air the plane landed safely back at Pudong airport in Shanghai.

The plane is a key symbol of Beijing's soaring ambitions to enter the global aviation market.

The jet by state-owned firm Comac has been planned since 2008 but the flight was repeatedly pushed back.

MAN UTD'S NEW LION! KING RASHFORD CONQUERING EUROPE IN ZLATAN’S ABSENC

The 19-year-old gave a performance of real class and leadership against Celta Vigo as United edge closer towards Europa League glory

MAN UTD'S NEW LION! KING RASHFORD CONQUERING EUROPE IN ZLATAN’S ABSENCE

National May Day Concert!!!

The biggest show in Nigeria is about to go down in the largest city of West Africa, Ibadan. The first of its kind in Ibadan.
National May Day Concert will take place on the 1st of May, 2017. It is all about Games, Music, Comedy, meeting Your Celebrity Crush...

Arrested Father Cries Out: "I Swallowed 66 Wraps To Help My Dying Son"

When 43yrs old Anukaenyi Bob-Manuel Ogochukwu was caught on the suspicion of being a drug courier at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos on Wednesday, he initially denied having anything to do with drugs.

Dangote Now Wealthier Than Oprah & Trump Combined – Forbes

Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, who founded and chairs Dangote Cement, the continent’s largest cement producer is worth more than American President and business mogul Donald Trump and Celebrity businesswoman Oprah Winfrey.

This celebrity baby name is officially the weirdest ever

This celebrity baby name is, hands-down, no question, the most bonkers one we have heard yet.

Actress and Two and a Half Men star Amber Rose Tamblyn gave birth to her first child on Tuesday and it's safe to say her daughter's name is...er... a little unusual.

Tamblyn (33) and her comedian husband David Cross (52), who is best known for his role as Tobias Fünke inArrested Development, married in 2012.

Yesterday, the couple took to Instagram to announce their daughter's full name. Prepare yourself.

"David and I are proud to announce the birth of our daughter, Dauphinoise Petunia Brittany Scheherazade Von Funkinstein Mustard Witch RBG Cross Tamblyn-Bey jr."

Yep. Just to recap, that's Dauphinoise Petunia Brittany Scheherazade Von Funkinstein Mustard Witch RBG Cross Tamblyn-Bey jr.

Rooney's Agent flies to China

Who is nominated for Brit Awards 2017? Full nominations list as Little Mix and Rihanna score most nods

All you need to know as the X Factor group battle it out with Radiohead for Best Group and Rihanna takes on Beyonce for International Female Solo Artist award

Fans speculate Holly Willoughby is pregnant... Even though This Morning presenter is NOT

HOLLY Willoughby has three children, Belle, Chester and Harry, with husband Daniel Baldwin.

Jumia Travel Shares 8 Ways to Use Twitter for Business

Sanchez’s “mind made up”

John Cross, Chief Mirror(UK) Football writer believes Alexis Sanchez’s “mind is made up” and that the Arsenal star will leave the north London side this summer.
The Chilean’s contract runs out at the end of the 2017/18 season and the Gunners are still yet to agree a new deal with the 28-year-old.

Chris Brown is ordered to stay away from ex-girlfriend Karrueche Tran

Karrueche Tran has been granted a temporary restraining order against the singer, saying he’s also repeatedly threatened her in texts since December.
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Should Nigerians Stop Watching English Premier League?

5 Reasons Nigerians Should Stop Watching The from Jumiu Travel:
The English Premier League is one of the most exciting football leagues in the world. Thus, it is unsurprising that many Nigerians are addicted to it. Every weekend, viewing centres are filled out with Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United, and Manchester City among other EPL clubs. It is, therefore, near impossible to end the attachment of Nigerians to the premier league. Nonetheless, Jumia Travel identifies 5 reasons Nigerians should stop watching the EPL.

EFCC: What We Do With Recovered Monies & Properties

We've received way too many questions regarding the destination of recovered funds. Recovered monies are returned to the rightful owners. It could be an individual, organisation or the state. In the case of the State, monies are paid into the Consolidated Revenue Fund of the Federation. #EFCC #FightingCorruption #NaijaGoBetter

Update On UNILAG Alleged Dress Code Saga

The advert about a dress code for students of UNILAG to imbibe the culture of discipline is said to generating ripples. The school authorities have dissociated itself from the notice.

Female Soldier Abducted By Boko Haram, Seven Killed

Some Boko Haram terrorists have attacked a convoy of Nigerian troops along Ajiri-Dikwa Road, Borno State, killing seven soldiers. It was said that the recruits, who were troops of Operation Lafiya Dole, also killed an undisclosed number of the Boko Haram members.

Another Diezani Mansion Uncovered In Banana Island, Worth $37.5million

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission is linking another $37.5m property to the former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Mrs. Diezani Alison-Madueke. The exquisite 15-storey building which is located on the highbrow Banana Island in Lagos is the latest on the list of choice properties said to have been acquired by the ex-minister with alleged stolen public funds.

BREAKING: Kenya’s Abraham Kiptum winsLagos City maratho

Kenya’s athlete, Abraham Kiptom has won the 42.1km Lagos marathon. This is the second time Kiptom is winning the competition. At least 100,000 athletes from 27 countries, including Nigeria, participated in the race.

Senate to Hold Public Hearing on 2017 Budget Monday

The 8th Senate will on Monday hold a first-of-its-kind public hearing on the 2017 Appropriation Bill submitted to the legislature by President Muhammadu Buhari. According to a statement by the Chairman, Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, the Public Hearing is aimed at allowing stakeholders and members of the public to make contributions to the proposed legislation before passage by the National Assembly.

Bank Manager Impregnates Mother & Daughter In Delta

What is the meaning of this nonsense? Smh! A bank manager in one of the new generation banks in Asaba, Delta State has allegedly impregnated a woman and her daughter after their relationship which started as customers. Reports said that the man was on Tuesday bathed by his wife in Benin, Edo state with soap washing water and allegedly smashed his car’s windscreen when she got wind of the shocking news and had attempt to know the true story from the husband, when the trouble started.

Photos Of How Multi-Million Dollars Was Recovered In Ex-NNPC GMD's Mansion

9.8 MILLION DOLLARS, SEVENTY FOUR THOUSAND POUNDS RECOVERED FROM EX-NNPC GMD......How The Money Was Recovered....
A special operation conducted by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on 3rd February, 2017 on a building belonging to a former Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Dr. Andrew Yakubu in Kaduna yielded the recovery of a staggering sum of $9,772,800 (Nine Million, Seven Hundred and Seven Two Thousand, Eight Hundred United States Dollars) and another sum of £74,000 (Seventy Four Thousand Pound Sterling) cash. The huge cash was hidden in a fire proof safe.

Seun Egbegbe Appears In Court In Handcuffs... charged with 36 counts of Advanced Fee Fraud

Lagos big boy, Oluwaseun Kareem popularly known as Seun Egbegbe has been slammed with 36 counts of Advance Fee Fraud in a Lagos High Court.

Army Officers Meet Crippled Man Brutalized By Wicked Soldiers

A source Abuchi Onwumelu shared photos of Nigerian Army officers meeting with the cripple who was assaulted by the men of Nigerian army in Onitsha for wearing military camouflage.

LOL! Some Nigerians Believe Saraki Lied About Buhari

The feeling that all is not well with President Buhari is so strong on social media that anyone who tries to create the impression that he's doing fine is seen as telling lies...Lolz!This time it's Senate president Saraki who came under attack from Twitter users after tweeting that he spoke with President Buhari and they even shared jokes. See funny reactions...

See The Bus Lagos Government Will Use To Replace Danfo

The Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, on Monday said there were plans to remove yellow buses, popularly known as danfo, from Lagos roads. He explained that danfo would give way to a more efficient, well-structured and world-class mass transport system that would facilitate ease of movement within the city.

Photos Of Men During Ritual To Get Rich

In all sincerity, it sure takes a lot of work and some years for a man who's working or in business to make good millions. Just be kind to ask yourself, what is the AVERAGE Salary for those working in Nigeria today? Between N50k and N500k on the average.

Buhari Is Not Dead, I Joked with Him Last Night, says Saraki

Senate President Bukola Saraki has stated that he had a conversation with President Muhammadu Buhari, who is currently on vacation in the UK, on Wednesday night. Saraki said the president was in high spirit, and that both of them cracked joke.

February 07, 2017 Acting President Osinbajo's Statement

Brief Excerpts from the remarks of Acting President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, at the consultative forum between the Economic Management Team and the Private Sector on the Economic Recovery Growth Plan, which is to be launched later this month.

SERIOUSLY? Woman snatches her daughter's husband after sleeping with him

Wonders shall never end! A married man is regretting the kind of wife he married after she eloped with their son-in-law, their daughter's husband, leaving family members in serious shock. There was drama in the area as news broke that a mother actually snatched her daughter's husband after having s*x with the young man.

Where are true "ALAGA IBILE" Reminicse fans?

Zimbabwe police arrest anti-Mugabe pastor Evan Mawarire

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ThisFlag campaign supporters prayed at Harare magistrate's court where Pastor Evan Mawarire appeared on charges of inciting public violence last summer. 

Why does Nigeria import so much rice?

Rice is a big deal in Nigeria. People love eating it. So the BBC's Ijeoma Ndukwe asks: why don't they grow more of it instead of importing so much?

Update: Missing Abuja Ladies & Male Friend Were Abducted; kidnappers demand $300,000

The mystery behind the two ladies and a guy who went missing in Abuja is now being unraveled.

Planned Protest: 10 things I want to achieve – 2Face

Multiple-award winning singer, Tuface Idibia, who has been embroiled in a web of controversy over a planned protest, has made known the 10 objectives he hopes to accomplish with the march. He made the disclosure in what seems like a response to the presidency following several verbal bashings from President Muhammadu Buhari’s media aides.

Abuja Big Boy, Shamsudeen Bala, Remanded In Prison

Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered that Shamsudeen Bala, son of former Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Bala Mohammed, be remanded in Kuje prison, Abuja.

661 Pump Action Rifles: Fleeing Customs Officers Surrender

The two customs officers declared wanted by the Nigeria Customs Service in connection with the 661 pump-action rifles recovered in the Mile 2 area of Lagos, have surrendered. It was learnt that the suspects, Abdullahi I. and Odiba Haruna Inah, submitted themselves to the Federal Operations Unit, Ikeja, on Wednesday.

I Prayed For A First Class, Worked Hard For It and I Made It – UNN Best Graduate

When you seriously pray for something, that's when you should put efforts to make it work as it is your efforts the Lord would bless and not just your WISH.

THE NIGERIAN DOWNTIME; THE WAY FORWARD by Adelakun Adedolapo

The present economic and political situations in the country are reasons why many Nigerians, especially the poor have said that the current administration of Buhari is inappropriate for the country because its policies are stringent, lopsided and relies heavily on the war against corruption.

PHOTO: Daddy Showkey Reconciles Harrysong & KCee

All is well that ends well. After the accusations and counter accusations, peace is better than war. As seen in the pic, musician Daddy Showkey has intervened and reconciled Harrysong and his friend KCee, following the bitter exchanges that trailed his exit from Five Star Music.