Uche Ogbodo Dumped Hubby Because Of His Condition—Insider Alleges

Nollywood never ceases to come up with different thrillers, especially real life dramas as it players find themselves in one hot controversy or the other. If it is not husband snatching today, it would be infidelity mess. 

Though these scandals used to be rampant among the females acts, but nowadays, both the males and the females have several skeletons in their cupboards. 

Nigeria doctors commence ‘total and indefinite’ strike, Tuesday – NMA President

“The NMA is taking this painful route because our silence and gentle approach to these contending issues have been taken for granted.”

The Nigerian Medical Association, NMA, on Monday announced plan to embark on an indefinite strike, starting from Tuesday, July 1.

Be accountable to voters, Tambuwal tells politicians

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Aminu Tambuwal, has charged politicians to be accountable to the electorate through transparent representation in order to seek support during elections.

Tambuwal spoke in Calabar, Cross River State during an empowerment programme organised by the member representing Bakassi, Akpabuyo and Calabar South federal constituency in the National Assembly, Mr. Essien Ayi.

Chibok burns again; as gunmen kill 51, burn Churches, houses

MAIDUGURI—Gunmen suspected to be members of Boko Haram Islamic sect, yesterday, attacked some communities in Chibok and Biu local government areas of Borno State, killing no fewer than 51 people.

Those killed were mostly Christian worshippers. Five churches including Cocin, EYN and Deeper Life Bible Church in Kwada village, about 10 kilometres from Chibok were also burnt down when the gunmen laid ambush on them during church service.

Don Jazzy Backs Tonto Dikeh's 'Sugar Rush' Track

Since Nollywood actress cum musician, Tonto Dikeh also now known as Pokolee. joined D’banj’s record label, DB records, she has been receiving controversial comments which has hit more numbers when she released a part of her new song ‘Sugar Rush’ which D’banj featured in. 

Many people have criticized her and her record label CEO, D’banj, that the new song almost sound like Mavin records hit song ‘Dorobucci’. But the Mavin records CEO, Don Jazzy, thinks contrary to what people’s opinion are and he said he doesn't think so.

UPDATE: How gunmen dressed in Nigerian military uniform bombed Bauchi hotel – Survivor

The bombers of a Bauchi hotel on Friday evening were dressed in Nigerian military uniform and shot at those who managed to survive the explosion, witnesses have said.

The explosion targeted a brothel in Bauchi metropolis of Bauchi State and claimed 10 lives while 14 others sustained injuries, the spokesperson of the police in the state, Haruna Mohammed, said.

Defendants In Cynthia Osokogu Murder Case Oppose Video Recording In Court

Defendants in the case of alleged murder of their female social media friend, Cynthia Osokogu in July 2012 have opposed the presentation of a video recording as evidence by prosecution attorneys against them.

The defendants, Okumo Nwabufo, and Olisaeloka Ezike, both alleged of complicity in the murder of the deceased, had claimed previously that they were “forced by the police to admit guilt” during their interrogation. But in the continued hearing on Friday, the prosecution, led by Mr. Ade Ipaye, presented a video recording of the interrogation in court.

Ramadan starts today!

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar has declared that the moon has been sighted, thus, signaling the commencement of Ramadan.

The declaration which came about 12 midnight caught many Muslims unaware due to the delay in the sighting the moon.

I exposed my husband, now I’m in trouble –19-year-old nursing mother and wife of robbery suspect

It was clear Kate Olowu was very tense when she opened the door of their residence on 39, Unity Street, Egan area of Igando, Lagos after several knocks on Monday evening.

But when the young, fair-complexioned woman peered through the doorway and spoke in a timid voice to inquire the reason for our correspondents’ visit, there was little doubt that she was a young woman.

Nigeria put aside financial wrangling

Nigeria have traveled to Brasilia on Friday for their World Cup second round game with France after resolving pay dispute late on Thursday.

The team failed to train on Thursday instead going into a meeting with officials over payment of their appearance fees by the Nigeria Football Federation.

Chibok Schoolgirls: I am not weak, Jonathan says

“I am deeply concerned, however, that my silence as we work to accomplish the task at hand is being misused by partisan critics…”

Worried by local and international criticism, President Goodluck Jonathan on Friday explained his government’s seeming inaction in rescuing the over 200 abducted Chibok schoolgirls.

States Can Establish Police Forces, National Conference Says

The ongoing National Conference in Abuja today resolved that States can in the future establish, fund and control a Police Force of their own, as well as put into place community policing.

A statement signed by Akpandem James, the Assistant Secretary for Media and Communication, noted that when enacted into law, this resolution will put to rest the long debate and controversies in Nigeria over the establishment of state police.

LAGOS CAR BLAST: Fear grips residents, workers in Apapa

Palpable fear has gripped residents and workers at Apapa area of Lagos State, following Wednesday night’s car bomb explosion that killed about four persons and left many others injured at the Folawiyo axis of Creek Road, Apapa.

The scene of the blast at Apapa.

Abuja blast victims recount ordeal

As he(bomber) bent his head towards his Sienna, I told my friend that we should get away from there. Within a few seconds, there was an explosion …. I saw many corpses on the ground. Heads, hands and legs littered   everywhere–Ademola

 On that fateful day, I just crossed over to buy corn …. Within seconds after I left that point, I heard a big bang and found myself on the ground.   My right leg   was affected.   Presently, I can’t stand with it

Rita Dominic, Majid, Aki In Mauritius

Three of African movie stars, Rita Dominic, Chinedu Ikedieze (Aki) and Majid Michel are presently in Mauritius, Nigeriafilms.com has learnt. 

They were taken to the country by Multichoice for one of its initiatives. 

Desmond Elliot, Tee A To Host Miss Global Nigeria Pageant

Organizers of the prestigious beauty contest, Miss Global Nigeria (MGN) has announced the hosts for the 2014 edition of the event, which is billed to hold on Sunday, July 20, 2014 in Lagos. Prominent celebrities and public figures are also being lined up for the glamorous ceremony.

Some weeks ago, the first runner-up of 2013 edition of MGN, Antai Victoria, made Nigeria proud when she emerged second in the National Costume category at the just concluded Miss Progress International pageant. She also made through as one of the five-woman standing.

Fulani attack Kaduna villages, kill 38

Kaduna— No fewer than 38 persons, including women and children, were killed on Monday night in separate attacks on Fadan Karshi and Nandu villages in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State.

Already, Governor Ramalan Yero has condemned the attack at Fadan Karshi village, describing the act as a “provocative attempt by some unpatriotic people to cause confusion and unrest.”

BREAKING: Explosion rocks Abuja, many feared dead

An explosion has occurred at a major shopping mall, Emab Plaza, in Wuse 2, Abuja.

A witness said the explosion ‎occurred at about 4p.m.

Emab Plaza is a busy shopping mall in the highbrow area of Nigeria’s capital city, on Aminu Kano Crescent.

Ekiti election was fraudulent, says Aregbesola

Osun State Governor, Mr. Rauf Aregbesola, has said that the All Progressives Congress lost the Ekiti State governorship polls due to fraud but maintained that it was impossible to rig him out in the August 9, 2014 governorship election in Osun.

The governor spoke in Ikirun on Tuesday during the continuation of his campaign which was held in the town.

Why I Want 10 Boko Haram Members To Sleep With Me In Exchange For Chibok Girls—Adokiye

Last week, in an interview published by Vanguard newspaper, Imo State-born singer, Adokiye Ngozi Kyrian revealed that she would not mind losing her virginity to Boko Haram members in order to secure the release of the Chibok girls, who were abducted by the terrorist group over two months ago.

Adokiye disclosed that 10 to 11 members of the dreaded group can sleep with her if they would release the girls at the end of the day.

Prandelli: Italy will not play for a draw against Uruguay

The Euro 2012 finalists will book their ticket for the round of 16 if they avoid defeat against the Uruguayans, but Prandelli has made it clear that Italy are determined to bag the full three points and qualify in style.

"I have told the lads to believe in themselves and that they will qualify. We are determined to win this game. In order to get a good result, we will have to approach the game with the intention to win it," Prandelli said at the pre-match press conference.

8 died, 20 injured in Monday afternoon blast in Kano

KANO – A suicide bomber blew himself up alongside 7 others Monday afternoon, while 20 sustained life threatening injury at Kano School of Hygiene Technology located along Gida Murtala—-BUK road.

The victims of the Monday afternoon blast were new intakes of the school undergoing screening exercise.

Chibok Villagers Buried 26 And Kill 17 Militants, Says Vigilante

Residents of two villages in Borno State have been thrown into mourning as they buried 26 of their relations killed in an exchange of gunfire against the notorious Boko Haram militants in an attack over the weekend.

"We are in a mourning mood. We have lost our fathers, uncles, brothers, and sons. It is a big tragedy for us, and I can described the situation," said a local councilor representing Koronginim.  It is one of the two communities attacked by suspected Boko Haram members in the Chibok Local Government area in a series of weekend attacks.

State pardon fuels corruption, says El-Rufai

A former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Malam Nasir el-Rufai, has expressed dissatisfaction with the practice of granting state pardon to convicted public office holders.

El-Rufai said he believed that granting state pardon to convicted public office holders was aiding corruption, arguing that it should be controlled.

Delta State Student Sentenced To Death

What a judgement, what a country where everything goes freely. Politicians loot public treasury and move freely without probe and even if the authorities wants to probe them, they are rescued by higher authorities.

Recently, a 22 years old Delta State Polytechnic student, Eguono Akpeghughu, was sentenced to death by hanging by a Warri High Court for armed robbery.

Odemwingie: Our hard work paid off

Nigeria international Osaze Odemwingie has attributed his side’s priceless win against tough Bosnia-Herzegovina on Saturday night as reward for their efforts on the field of play.

The Stoke City player who grabbed the lone strike of the game and was named man of the match revealed that although game was a tough one but the Eagles crack to succeed inspired them to victory.

“We have to work very hard for this because they (Bosnia) are a quality team with the likes of Edin Dzeko and other fantastic players,” he said after the game.

Impeachment Battle Against Nyako Shifts To Court

The battle of wits between the Adamawa State House of Assembly and Governor Murtala Nyako over a plot to impeach the latter is set to move to the court.

It was learnt in Abuja on Friday that the House of Assembly, which has been unable to serve the governor with the impeachment notice, is set to approach court to seek an order for substituted service.

Nigeria's Inspector General Of Police Commends Ekiti People For Peaceful Governorship Poll

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr. MD Abubakar, has commended Nigerians, particularly the people of Ekiti State, for their enviable peaceful conduct in connection with yesterday’s gubernatorial election in the state.

“The IGP is particularly pleased with the very high level of comportment, discipline, orderliness, patience and understanding exhibited by the citizens throughout the period of the election,” police spokesman Frank Mba said in a statement. “Of special interest to the IGP is the huge assistance extended to the Police and other law enforcement agencies by the citizens which made the election hitch-free.”

Buhari, Kwankwaso may clash over presidential ticket

There are indications that a former Head of State, Maj. Gen. Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), and the Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Rabiu Kwankwaso, may clash over their attempt at picking the presidential ticket of the All Progressives Congress.

It was learnt that supporters from the defunct Congress for Progressive Change, which was one of the three parties that merged to form the APC, were already preparing for a showdown with the APC governors who, it was learnt, were planning to impose Kwankwaso as the candidate from the North-West in the contest for the opposition party’s presidential primary.

It’s Fayose

A former governor of Ekiti State and the Peoples Democratic Party candidate, Ayo Fayose, has emerged the winner of the state’s governorship election held on Saturday.

Fayose got majority votes in all the 16 local government areas announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission.

Patience Ozokwo Storms Uganda For 'Mama G Star' Launch

Veteran Nollywood actress, Patience Ozokwo aka Mama G, has indeed made her mark in the film industry in Africa. Most up and coming stars see her as a role model. She is also respected by big players in the movie industry.

The actress, through her entertaining skills in the make-believe world, has been able to help position the Nigerian entertainment industry to a high standard to be reckoned with in the diaspora.

Yobo: Players did not hold Nigerian FA to ransom

Nigeria captain Joseph Yobo insists the country's players did not hold their FA to ransom over World Cup appearance fees.

The Super Eagles opened their Group F campaign with a goalless draw against Iran, but speculation about bonus payments continues to rumble on.

Rivers kicks as soldiers ‘detain’ Amaechi in Ondo

FOR the second time in about two weeks, the Rivers State Governor, Mr. Rotimi Amaechi, has reportedly been held hostage in Odudu, Ondo State by security operatives.

Amaechi, who was on his way to Ekiti State on Thursday for Governor Kayode Fayemi’s re-election rally, was said to have been prevented from leaving and exiting Akure, the Ondo State capital.

President Jonathan Tips Wife Of Former Convict, Bode George, To Head NDLEA

President Goodluck Jonathan today appointed Mrs. Roli Bode-George, the spouse of Peoples Democratic Party chieftain and ex-convict Bode George, into the sensitive job of Director-General of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA).

Mr. Bode George, a former governor of Ondo State and also former chairman of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), is famous remembered for serving a two-year jail term on corruption-related charges. 

Liechtenstein returns N35.2bn Abacha loot next week -FG

The Federal Government on Thursday said it would, on June 25, receive the sum of €167m or $227m (About N35.2bn) from the Government of the Principality of Liechtenstein as part of the looted funds recovered from the family of the late Head of State, Gen. Sanni Abacha.

The Minister of Finance, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, confirmed the development in a statement by her Special Adviser on Communication, Mr Paul Nwabuikwu.

Omotola Wears ‘Show It All’ Dress To Event

Top Nollywood thespian, Omotola Jolade-Ekeinde, known to always step out in astounding outfits designed by the Iconic Invanity fashion brand, attended the presentation of the Iconic Invanity Autumn/Winter 2014 collection launch, which took place at the Grand Gardens, Banana Island, in Lagos.

The stunning actress appeared in a bodycon purple gown with a sheer, embroidered V- shaped neck line.

Why we dropped Nigeria’s N100 billion stolen funds suit against Abacha – Counsel

The Federal Government on Wednesday withdrew the corruption charges filed against Mohammed Abacha, son of former dictator, Sani Abacha.

The government’s lawyer also told the court that he was asked to withdraw the suit by the Nigeria’s Attorney General, Mohammed Adoke.

Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife, Shut Down Over Tuition Protest

Following violent demonstrations at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife, the administration this evening announced an indefinite shutdown of the institution and ordered students to vacate its premises by Thursday afternoon. 

A statement signed by D. O. Awoyemi, Registrar and Secretary to the university council cited “persistent disruption of normal activities and peace on campus as a result of violent demonstrations by students, led by the Student Union Executive,” as the rationale for the decision. 

‘Prostitute’ stabs soldier to death over ‘unpaid sex’

Fear has gripped commercial sex workers in Bayelsa State after one of them allegedly stabbed a soldier attached to the Joint Task Force (JTF), Operation Pulo Shield to death for refusing to pay for a daybreak sex romp.

The soldier whose name has been kept under wraps was reportedly stabbed twice in his stomach by his sex partner from Edo State identified simply as Bini girl.

Reps shift Diezani probe to June 26

Uncertainty still surrounds the investigation of the House of Representatives into the N10bn the Minister of Petroleum Resources, Mrs. Diezani Alison-Madueke, allegedly spent in two years to charter a private jet, Challenger 850.

Two other jets, including a Global Express XRS, are also under the searchlight of the House.

Kefee: The Complete Story Of The Gospel Singer! Her Controversial Childhood

She was born Irikefee Obareke to the family of Deacon and Mrs. Andrew Obareki in Sapele, Delta State. She began her journey in music at the early age of 8 in the children choir and afterwards joined the adult choir at age 15, three years later, she was made the Choir Director.

The Choir under Kefee’s headship released a couple of albums which Kefee led the vocals.

Unknown to many, the songbird, whom we all now know as Kefee is a graduate of Public Administration from the prestigious University of Benin, Edo State; but before her admission, she had written more than 20 songs ready for promotion.

Boko Haram kills 15 in Borno market

The terrorist sect, Boko Haram, on Sunday reportedly killed 15 persons, mostly traders in a local market in Daku village in the Askira/Uba Local Government Area of Borno State.

The terrorists were said to have stormed the market in the early hours of Sunday, armed with AK47 rifles, Improvised Explosive Devices and petrol bombs.

Obasanjo was a school dropout, Kashamu tells court

ABUJA—Justice Valentine Ashi of the Federal Capital Territory High Court has fixed July 28 to commence hearing on the N20billion libel suit instituted against former President Olusegun Obasanjo by a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in the South-West, Mr. Buruji Kashamu.

This came as the duo engaged in a fresh war-of-words, with the plaintiff alleging before the court that the erstwhile President was a school dropout.

EXCLUSIVE: VP Sambo endangers Nigeria; bent on selling key security network to PDP financier, Emeka Offor

The attempt to hand over a critical government communication frequency to Emeka Offor, has spanned three governments.

Nigeria’s Vice President Namadi Sambo is leading a surprising push for the sale of a key police security communication frequency to controversial businessman, Emeka Offor, brushing aside warnings by a top government panel about the implications for national security, PREMIUM TIMES can report today.

Imo: Panic as police uncover bombs in Winners Chapel

THERE was widespread panic in Owerri, capital of Imo State, on Sunday as security operatives discovered bombs planted in the premises of a branch of Bishop David Oyedepo’s Living Faith World Bible Church, a.k.a. Winners Chapel.

The discovery forced the church to shift its Sunday worship from its location along Port Harcourt Road to Heroes’ Square, near Concord Hotel.

D’banj Drops New Single 'Alaye'

Early on this week, D'Banj aka Kiniun Fun Fun (The White Lion) celebrated his 34th birthday. 

The #1 Entertainer in Africa, D'Banj drops a new song titled, "Alaye".

World Cup will define Keshi's legacy

Managing a national side is the ultimate poisoned chalice. With fewer matches than club level, there is essentially only a small window within which to make an impression on an entire nation. Lose a game and you have to wait months for an opportunity to have another go. Win and there is no chance to build on that momentum; people forget. Bad occurrences evoke recollection more efficiently than good.

Religion As A Threat To Nigeria’s Peaceful Co-existence

I am a Nigerian soldier and I am deployed in Borno State on a mission to fight Boko Haram. I see what is happening as a war. I have been lucky to survive, but many of my fellow soldiers have died and many have received serious wounds all in the name of fighting this religious war.

Because of what I have seen in this war, I have thought, “What if there were no churches and no mosques?’’ “What if individual attitudes and characters are based on what one was taught by one’s parents or guardians and/or influenced by one’s environment?” After all, the two main religions in Nigeria, Christianity and Islam, have precepts based on cultures and traditions of their originators.

Extradition of Nyanya Bomber: Monarch under probe for Boko Haram links

There were strong indications, yesterday, that the security services have commenced a high-level investigation of a monarch in northern Nigeria, suspected to have links with the members of the Jama’atu Ahlis Sunna Lidda’awati wal-Jihad, which, in English, means, “People Committed to the Propagation of the Prophet’s Teachings and Jihad”, otherwise known as Boko Haram.

UPDATED: Worshippers escape death in Owerri as police uncover deadly explosives in Church

The Police in Imo state have arrested six suspects over the discovery of two Improvised Explosive Devices in a church in Owerri, the state capital, the Commissioner  of Police, Abdumajid Ali,  and spokesperson for the command, Andrew Enwerem, have said.

Mr. Enwerem, a Deputy Superintendent of Police, told PREMIUM TIMES the police was alerted to strange objects at the entrance of the Port Harcourt Road branch of Winners Chapel around midnight on Saturday.