An 8.1 magnitude earthquake struck southern Mexico late Thursday and was felt as far away as Mexico City, the US Geological Survey said. It hit offshore 120 kilometers (75 miles)…
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News
Mexico Hit by ‘Strongest Earthquake in a Century’ as Magnitude 8.2 Tremor Triggers Tsunami Waves
by Arinze Ago September 8, 2017Mexico was hit by its strongest earthquake in a century early Friday, by 12:49 a.m. ET when many people would have been sleeping, killed at least five people and triggered…
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Political Gists
‘We warned President Buhari not to appoint Alhassan’- El Rufai
by Reporter September 8, 2017Governor Nasir el-Rufai of Kaduna State says President Muhammadu Buhari appointed Aisha Alhassan as a minister despite complaints by the leadership of the All Progressives Congress. El-Rufai lambasted the Minister…
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News
Why commodities prices are high – Manufacturers Association Of Nigeria’s chief
by Arinze Ago September 8, 2017An Industrialist, Mr Frank Jacob, said on Friday that the prices of domestic commodities were up because the exchange rate between the naira and the dollar was still high. Jacob,…
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Sports
Leicester Boss, Shakespeare Hails Ndidi, Says “He has a lovely personality”
by Damilare Salami September 8, 2017Super Eagles youngster, Wilfred Ndidi is finally coming out of his shell which is enhancing his performance on the field, Leicester City boss Craig Shakespeare has said The Nigeria international…
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The Lagos State University has dismissed 15 academic Staff and two non-academic staff for different acts of misconduct. The school’s governing council also demoted one academic staff and one non-academic…
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The International Aviation College in Ilorin has acquired a Rotary Wing Aircraft Devices Simulator to train and re-train students of the college. Capt. Edward Boyo, the college Board Chairman, disclosed…
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News
What We Proposed to University Teachers – Minister Gives Details of Meeting Over ASUU Strike
by Arinze Ago September 8, 2017The Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige, has given more details of the proposal made by the Federal Government to university lecturers towards ending the indefinite strike, saying that…
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Nigeria’s 4-0 first leg win over Cameroon in the ongoing World Cup Qualifiers, dominated searches this week on Google. Google’s spokesman Mr Taiwo Kola-Ogunlade made the announcement in a dispatch…
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About two years after the Lagos State Deputy Governor, Idiat Adebule, suspended her social media accounts, a 45 year-old man, Adamu Aminu, who allegedly impersonated her on the Facebook, was…
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FIFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Dele Alli after the player was caught making an obscene gesture during an England match, the world governing body announced on…
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The former right-hand man of the Alex Ferguson era, Carlos Queiroz has told journalists that Jose Mourinho must lead Manchester United to the English title this season if he is…
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EntertainmentMovie GistVideo of the weekYoruba Movie Gist
City People Releases Nomination List For 2017 Movie Awards
by Reporter September 8, 2017The full list of nominees and categories for the prestigious 2017 City People Movie Awards, has been released ahead of the main event. The nominee’s list for the much anticipated…
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Sports
Klopp Dumps Coutinho In Liverpool Line Up Vs Manchester City
by Damilare Salami September 8, 2017Manager Jurgen Klopp has dumped midfielder Philippe Coutinho out of Liverpool’s squad to face Manchester City on Saturday. Coutinho, 25, has returned to the club after making two substitute appearances…
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News
I Led Nigeria with Conscience – Jonathan Talks on Achievements, Nigeria’s Restructuring
by Arinze Ago September 8, 2017Speaking while delivering the keynote address at a peace summit organised by the Junior Chamber International (JCI) in Malaysia on Friday, former President Goodluck Jonathan says his major inspiration all…
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News
Army Deserter Who Became Biafra Security Service Trainer Arrested for Armed Robbery (Photos)
by Arinze Ago September 8, 2017A Nigerian soldier who deserted his post to become a Biafra Security Service trainer has been arrested by the police for armed robbery. He was arrested in Anambra alongside 28…
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A report reaching the media revealed that the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has reached an agreement with the federal government. The agreement was reached after a meeting, which…
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News
UNIPORT Money Ritualist Who Murdered 8-year-old Girl Finally Rearrested in Jos
by Arinze Ago September 8, 2017Men of the Nigeria police have finally re-arrested a dreaded killer and money ritualist who killed an 8-year-old girl in Rivers state. The suspected ritual killer, Ifeanyi Dike, who murdered…
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International
Gay People are to Blame for Hurricane Harvey – Evangelical Christian Leaders
by Arinze Ago September 8, 2017A number of Christian leaders have blamed LGBT people for allegedly causing Hurricane Harvey. Despite overwhelming evidence that supports climate change as a factor in the devastating storm and subsequent…
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While the corporate dress code has become a bit more lax over the years, this doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try to look your best with the least effort possible. Here…
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Movie Gist
Director of blockbuster movie 76, Izu Ojukwu Ready To Serve Another Enthralling Piece In Queen Amina [Watch Trailer]
by Arinze Ago September 8, 2017After being at the helm of ’76 and Sitanda, Nollywood filmmaker Izu Ojukwu has again directed another epic-period flick. Ojukwu’s most recent movie ‘Amina’ is largely based on the legend…
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Entertainment
They say President Buhari’s wristwatch is worth 7million naira [SEE]
by Reporter September 7, 2017According to social media users, the wrist watch the president is spotting is a limited edition of Breguet Wristwatch and costs $22,000 which is almost N7,000,000. Think it’s the same?…
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News
Lagos Landlord Stripped & Beaten For Trying To Rape Little Boy [Photos]
by Reporter September 7, 2017A Facebook user, Ike Anucha has shared photos of how a Landlord in Alaba was stripped, beaten and paraded for allegedly trying to rape a little boy in the vicinity.…
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Association of People with Disabilities in Kebbi have appealed to the state Governor, Alhaji Atiku Bagudu, to appoint members as special advisers for a sense of belonging. The Chairman of…
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Sports
South Africa Football Association To Appeal Cancelled Match Against Senegal
by Damilare Salami September 7, 2017South Africa look set to launch an appeal against a FIFA decision to order a replay of last November’s World Cup qualifier against Senegal after the referee was found to…
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Sports
“He will be dealt with internally at the appropriate time” – Koeman Responds To Rooney’s Drink-Drive Charge
by Damilare Salami September 7, 2017Everton manager Ronald Koeman is “very disappointed” by Wayne Rooney’s drink-driving charge and says the player will be “dealt with internally”. Rooney was arrested shortly after 02:00 BST on Friday…
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Sports
Breaking: Premier League Transfer To End Before Season Commences
by Damilare Salami September 7, 2017Premier League clubs have voted to close next summer’s transfer window before the 2018-19 season starts. Managers have complained that allowing players to move once the season is under way…
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News
Three Labour Unions Give NAN 21 Days Ultimatum Before Strike
by Damilare Salami September 7, 2017Three labour unions in the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) have given the management a 21-day strike notice to implement three of their demands. The unions are the Nigeria Union…
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News
THE APOSTOLIC CHURCH NIGERIA, NTABO DISTRICT CENTRE DEDICATES CHURCH AUDITORIUM
by Reporter September 7, 2017The Apostolic Church Nigeria, Ntabo District Center, Ifo Area in Ogun State is set to dedicate a newly built church auditorium. The church, which has a sitting capacity of about 1,000 members, has been tipped to be one…
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News
Suspected thief dies while trying to cut cables from electric pole
by Reporter September 7, 2017A suspected burglar has met his Waterloo after he went to cut electric cables from a pole at Aro Ngwa, Aba, Abia state and the pole fell and trapped him.…
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CELL is the basic unit of life, while stem cells are like spare cells that replace worn out cells. STEM CELLS: Are undifferentiated biological cells that can differentiate into specialised…
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Are you in a toxic relationship? Here are some warning signs to look out for We spoke to relationship coach Paula Quinsee and asked her to outline some of the…
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Entertainment
Facebook user shares after sex photos with girlfriend online..and this happend [SEE]
by Reporter September 7, 2017A Kenyan man shared after sex photos with his girlfriend on social media In one of the photos, the lady’s nipples were clearly showing! The pictures have attracted mixed reactions…
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Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro GOIH, ComM is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a forward for Spanish club Real Madrid and the Portugal national team. In the past…
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Getting back into the rhythm of your workout routine after you’ve been off the circuit for a while can seem overwhelming, but it doesn’t need to be It’s not unlikely…
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Business
Financial Talks: 5 “workouts” to kick-start your financial fitness
by Arinze Ago September 7, 2017Use these workouts to spring-clean your finances and get financially fit. It’s a new season, and a good opportunity to hit the reset button on your financial health. Spring-cleaning your…
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Sports
Giresse Resigns As Mali Coach After Failing To Qualify For Russia 2018
by Damilare Salami September 7, 2017French tactician, Alain Giresse has resigned as coach of Mali on Thursday after the country’s heavy defeat in World Cup qualification last week effectively left them out of contention for…
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Sports
Pogba, Lukaku’s Shirts Sell More Than Neymar, Ronaldo, Messi’s – Report
by Damilare Salami September 7, 2017Manchester United stars Paul Pogba and Romelu Lukaku lead the way in sales of shirts in the UK, with club-mate Marcus Rashford just sneaking into the top five. Eden Hazard of…
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Prince Dayo Adeyeye, the National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has resigned his appointment as the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman, Governing Council of the Ekiti State University, Ado…
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News
Islamic Cleric Caught While Trying to Use Young Lady for Money Rituals in Badagry
by Arinze Ago September 7, 2017Luck has ran out on an Islamic cleric and his accomplice after they were apprehended while trying to use a lady for money rituals. The sad incident happened on Wednesday…
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Sports
“He will be back very quickly to his best” – Arsene Wenger On Alexis Sanchez
by Damilare Salami September 7, 2017Manager Arsene Wenger has denied any rancor with winger Alexis Sanchez, saying the Chilean will have no problems reproducing his best form for Arsenal after an “uncomfortable” transfer window. Chile…
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Media
Woman Gives Birth While Standing in the Middle of the Street, Picks up Her Child and Walks Away (Video)
by Arinze Ago September 7, 2017A woman left many people totally shocked after she suddenly went into labour while buying groceries in Yunfu, China’s Guangdong province on September 2. Shockingly, the woman could be seen…
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News
Again, Nigerians In South Africa Protest Continuous Killings Of Citizens
by Damilare Salami September 7, 2017The Nigerian mission in South Africa says it has protested the killing of Nigerians to the government of that country. Two Nigerians were recently killed by the South African police…
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News
Resident Doctors Association (NARD) Refuses To Call Off Strike
by Damilare Salami September 7, 2017Despite having met with the federal government over salaries and arrears debts, the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has refused to call off its strike. A federal government delegation…
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International
15 US States Sue Donald Trump for Ending Immigration Program
by Arinze Ago September 7, 2017President Donald Trump’s decision to end protections and benefits for young people who were brought into the United States illegally as children has seen 15 states take him to court. …
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News
Young School Girl Loses Finger After Using Lizard Droppings Concoction in Jigawa
by Arinze Ago September 7, 2017According to a report by DailyTrust, a Junior Secondary School III student, Safiya Abbas Ahmed, has had her finger amputated after applying lizard droppings to a festering knife cut wound…
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A new study has suggested something quite interesting about maintaining a low-fat diet A new study has made a huge claim and questions everything that many of us have thought…
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Sports
FIFA Orders South Africa Vs Senegal World Cup Qualifier To Be Replayed
by Arinze Ago September 7, 2017A referee has been banned for life by FIFA after investigations revealed he participated in the fixing of a match while the match will be replayed at a future date.…
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Fashion and Lifestyle
Loafers every man should have in his wardrobe {Photos}
by Arinze Ago September 7, 2017Loafers are classic dress shoes for men – and shoes made for “classic” men If you don’t own a pair of loafers, then you might want to update your shoe…
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Paris St Germain’s new striker Kylian Mbappe said he joined “for the project” and not just to play alongside Brazil’s talisman Neymar, as the French club’s president added that his…