First Nigerian National Goal Keeper, Sam Ibiam dies at 90

Nigeria's first ever national goal keeper, Sam Ibiam has died at the age of 90. Family sources say the late Ibiam who was the Nigerian goalkeeper for the team that played against the United Kingdom in 1949, died yesterday December 2nd after a brief illness. Ibiam popularly known as ‘The Black Magnet’ or ‘The Cat’, played for the first Nigeria senior national team known as the Red Devils.

Photos: 6 Dangote trucks burnt during Pro-Biafran protest in Onitsha yesterday

Between 4 to 6 trucks belonging to Dangote group were burnt during the Biafra protest that took place in Onitsha, Anambra state yesterday December 2nd. The Central Mosque in Onitsha was also torched. Continue to see more photos{}....{}

 

EXPOSED: Bode George, Peter Odili Got N100m Each In The NSA Arms Purchase Scam

A credible source at the EFCC has linked former Governor Peter Odili of Rivers State and a once convicted top member of the PDP, Bode George, with receiving N100mn each from the embattled former National Security Adviser (NSA, Sambo Dasuki.

The EFCC source told Sahara Reporters that the largess to the two PDP officials was diverted from funds meant for the purchase of arms to equip the Military in its fight against Boko Haram.

Instead, the N200m was diverted and paid to the two PDP chieftains to utilize for the re-election of the defeated ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, who eventually lost the presidential election.

Pre-Coronation Photos: Ooni of Ife Ogunwusi

The new Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, is expected to be officially installed on Monday 7th December, 2015. Ahead of the grand coronation, the Ooni of Ife’s handlers have organised a photo-shoot for the monarch. He sure looks cute his royal attire. See more photos below{}....{}

Beautiful Agbani Darego Shows Off Her Toned Body

Effortlessly beautiful...!

Dokpesi claims N2.1bn was for PDP Campaigns; Is PDP & AIT Running Same Account?

90% of people who go into politics in Nigeria, simply do so with the intention to have access to steal public money and live large. This case of Sambo Dasuki allegedly sharing the money is a big example!

Rayment Dokpesi, founder of Daar Communication (Ray Power and AIT), has explained what transpired on Tuesday, December 1, ,2015 when the EFCC arrested and interrogated him.

He said the EFCC Chairman, Ibrahim Magu, through a phone call, invited him to the Commission.

Transparency International: The most corrupt country in Africa is South africa

South Africa has been rated the most corrupt country in Africa according to a new report by Transparency International which was released on Monday November 30th. The report stated that Ghana is the second most corrupt country in Africa followed by Nigeria. Read the full report now

Naija's Rapper Olamide's Father Is Dead

The popular rapper's old man just passed on. May his soul rest in peace. Our prayers are with Olamide.

Shocking Photos: Poor Ghettos In Lekki, Lagos

For many Lagosians, their imagination revolves around affluent neighbourhoods like Ikoyi and Lekki, the places they consider as a paradise and the exclusive preserve of the rich and wealthy.

But within Lekki there is a slum so bad it is hard to believe it truly exist there. See more photos{}{}...

Horror: Female Suicide Bombers Bomb Kano Market, Scores Killed

I wonder what these people stand to gain by wasting the lives of their fellow human beings. Scores were feared dead in Kano on Wednesday from twin blasts at the heart of GSM market in GRA.

Photos: Tinubu's Wife Sitting on Ekweremadu's Seat

APC national leader Asiwaju Bola Tinubu's wife, Oluremi Tinudu, was alleged to have taken over the seat of the Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu, just a day after the man claimed that his life is in danger. It was sort of a dramatic scene on the floor of the Senate on Wednesday.

But a source have cleared the air on why she occupied the seat. See what he said and more photos:

Apple apologises for kicking out African school boys

Following the backlash they received after a group of black Maribyrnong College students uploaded a video of them being denied entry into one of their stores in Melbourne, Australia, on Facebook, the Tech giant, which many people on social media accused of racially profiling its customers, issued a statement on Friday, November 13, from its head office in the US, apologizing for the incident.

"We’ve looked into the details of the situation and we apologise to the customers involved," the statement said.  "We will continue to do everything in our power to ensure all our customers are treated the way they should be. We believe in equality for everyone, regardless of race, age, gender, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or sexual orientation. That applies throughout our company, around the world with no exceptions."

 In the video, a staff member can be heard saying:

     "These guys [security guards] are just a bit worried about your presence in our store. They’re just worried you might steal something."     

Sports: Chelsea have lost their fear factor, admits Mourinho

The Premier League champions have made a poor start to the season, winning only two of their opening eight matches - a run of results that leaves them in 16th place in the table.

And when asked if teams are no longer afraid of playing Chelsea, Mourinho replied: "Maybe. One thing is to go to a stadium where there is a huge percentage of defeats for the away team.

Fmr NBA Star, Lamar Odom fights for life

Khloe Kardashian’s ex, Lamar Odom is fighting for his life after collapsing at a hotel.

Former NBA basketball star Lamar Odom, 35, arrived at Love Ranch South, the legal brothel in Pahrump, Nevada, on Saturday.

Unilever Africa Idea Trophy Internship Programme 2015

Unilever is a British-Dutch multinational consumer goods company co-headquartered in Rotterdam, Netherlands, and London, United Kingdom. Its products include food, beverages, cleaning agents and personal care products. Unilever Nigeria is a manufacturer of leading brands in foods, home care and personal care.

Applications are invited from suitably and qualified candidates for:

Job Title: Unilever Africa Idea Trophy Internship Programme 2015

Location: Nigeria

Founder of America’s largest cable company is dead

 

                The man who built America’s largest cable company has passed away.  On Thursday night, Ralph Roberts, chairman emeritus of Comcast , died at the age of 95. Roberts founded Comcast more than 50 years ago as a small 1,200-subscriber cable system in Tupelo, Mississippi and grew it into one of the largest companies in America with more than 22 million subscribers for each of television and internet.

Donald Trump wants Oprah Winfrey as his running mate

Donald Trump had on Tuesday earlier announced that he was running for United States President. And now he has come out to say, he wants talk-show legend Oprah Winfrey as his running mate. In an interview on ABC News, the billionaire businessman was asked who he would like as a running mate and he replied,

"I think Oprah would be great. I'd love to have Oprah. I think we'd win easily, actually." Oprah is yet to respond.

Access Bank Generation '123' Internship Programme 2015

Thinking about what career path to follow? Explore career opportunities while gaining banking experience.The Access Bank internship program provides undergraduates, graduates and postgraduates with the opportunity to gain experience in the banking industry by working in a global bank. It enables you to learn more about us and the excitement of working in a dynamic and challenging environment.

You'll work alongside Access people, all professionals in their field. Their perspective will contribute to your understanding of our business.

EFCC Arrests Former Governor of Imo State, Ikedi Ohakim

 

Former Imo State governor, Ikedi Ohakim, has been arrested by the EFCC. Ohakim, who was governor from 2007 to 2011, was arrested on Thursday at about 10.05 am at his residence in the Asokoro district of Abuja.

EFCC operatives, who had been on his trail for days, our source said, stormed his residence Thursday and drove him in an unmarked car to the commission’s headquarters in the Maitama district of Abuja.

The former governor has been detained, with his interrogation expected to begin later in the day.

A source at the commission said an invitation was sent to the former governor but that he failed to turn up on Wednesday as advised.

Nigeria 8th Assembly 2015 Elections; Wind of Change?

 

 As it is been said, the only thing constant is change. The word change is a slogan on most of Nigerians lips, which has been actualized through incumbent ruling government. After all and sundry went to the polls on March and April to press home their demands, they were expecting a change in government that will soothe the under par socio-economic status of the bottom placed triangle population, little did they know it will be a total overhaul of the whole system, top to bottom.

The National Assembly has been seen a major determinant or I should say must be actively involved in the sharing of dividends of democracy as against the ‘business as usual’. That is why past elections in both chambers has witnessed many politicking, thereby mandating the ruling party in government  to field their best candidates for the leadership positions for both chambers- Senate and House of Assembly.

Nigeria Pre-Election drama:Ogun INEC discovers 555 PVCs for dead persons

The Ogun State Resident Electoral Commissioner, Chief Timothy Ibitoye, has said that 555 Permanent Voter Cards belonging to dead persons have been discovered among the ones brought to the state for registered voters.

Ibitoye said this on Monday in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, while briefing journalists on the progress made so far by the commission in the distribution of PVCs in the state.

Basketball legend Michael Jordan now a billionaire, joins Forbes list

In the new Billionaires List Forbes magazine released today, 290 newcomers joined the list, including basketball great, Michael Jordan, 52. He's now the 513th-richest person in the US with a net worth of an even $1.0 billion. Forbes report below;

Official photos: President Jonathan meets with youths in Lagos

Meet The President was organised by PVC - Participate, Vote, Country - a group of young Nigerian professionals, businessmen and entrepreneurs. The group is the brainchild of Audu Maikori, Chioma Emetanjo, Ohimai Amaize, Aziza Uko among others.

About 5000 youths were at the event which held on Sunday at Eko Hotel. Nollywood actors and actresses, music artistes, young professionals, politicians and the creme of young Nigerians graced the event. See the photos below {}....{}