Noise Pollution: Lagos State Government Seals 53 Churches, Mosques and Hotels

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The Lagos State government, yesterday, sealed 53 churches, mosques and hotels across the metropolis over noise pollution and other environmental nuisances.

General Manager of Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency, LASEPA, Engr. Adebola Shabi in an interview after sealing the religious houses and the hotels said that the premises were shut following complaints from the residents.

He lamented that the premises shut were approved for residential but after few years, they have converted worship centres, saying “It has been constituting a nuisance to other neighbours.”

Linda Ikeji debunks media reports says Banana Island Mansion Is 100% Hers

Linda Ikeji has laughed off reports that she evaded N75million in taxes and that the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) is after her for the money.

The popular blogger took to Instagram to deny the reports saying it was a false story concocted by her ‘haters’.

Transfer News: Jamie Vardy says he didn't like Arsenal style of football

Jamie Vardy decided to snub a move to Arsenal he was not convinced they play the right style of football to suit his game, according to Sky sports.

Leicester announced on Thursday that the England forward has agreed on a new four-year deal at the club, which he will sign once he is back from Euro 2016.

Arsenal triggered a release clause in Vardy's contract earlier this month, but Arsene Wenger admitted at the weekend the transfer was dead.

Vardy's decision was based on his belief that his game would not suit Arsenal's possession-hungry style of football having flourished under the counter-attacking style of Claudio Ranieri's side last season.

MASSOB: "We are not Affiliated to Niger Delta Avengers"

The Movement for the Actualisation of the Sover­eign State of Biafra (MASSOB) and the Biafra Independence Movement (BIM) have denied any alliance with the Niger Delta Avengers (NDA).

Their position was con­tained in a statement issued to newsmen in Owerri, the Imo State capital, on Thursday, wherein they told the public to disregard any publication or claim of association between them and the NDA.

A statement jointly signed by Chief Okechukwu Nwaogu, a member of MASSOB Elders’ Council and Canice Anojuru, Owerri Zonal Leader of BIM respectively, described as false the June 15 publication by a national daily \ linking them with the NDA.

Zenith Bank branch Manager kneels before Gov Ayo Fayose amidst Election Funding Controversy

According to LIB, the man is said to be the branch manager of one of the bank's branches in Ekiti state. He knelt before the governor when a team from the bank went to pay a visit to Fayose following media reports the bank denied its involvement in the funding of his 2014 Gubernatorial election. 

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Ben Murray-Bruce: "This is Life... Things will happen... This will be resolved"

After AMCON took possession & sealed some of his properties yesterday, June 23rd, Senator Ben Murray-Bruce shared some words of thanks via Twitter to his well wishers, appreciating them for their support. He says this turbulent period will pass and be resolved.

Did Cavin Harris shades Taylor Swift In new Instagram Post? (See Post)

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So this is how it all started, some fans who have been following the Taylor Swift -Calvin Harris-Tom Hiddleston semi-love triangle were blown away today when the music producer began spilling the deets on what happened between him and Taylor Swift through responses to Instagram comments on his page.

Of course, these comments have since been deleted, but will forever live on the Internet as possible evidence of an online tea party through screengrabs that were shared by fans.

Apparently, Harris decided to write back to a number of Swifties and his own fans on the social media website who were questioning what really went down between him and Taylor, and what he wrote back definitely raised some eyebrows.

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Comedian Ali Baba shares stylish new photos

Veteran Comedian Ali Baba shares stylist pictures as he marks his birthday today ... Happy Birthday Sir!

Jose Mourinho dares £35m bid for Arsenal Midfielder

Manchester United Jose Mourinho has tabled a whopping £35m bid for Arsenal and Wales midfielder Aaron Ramsey. This bid must come in as a result of Aaron Ramsey's outstanding performance so far in the ongoing #EURO2016

According to the Sun UK, Mkhitaryan of Dortmund is Mourinho's first choice, but after watching Ramsey at the Euros has ordered Man U executive Ed Woodward to trash out a deal for Arsene Wenger's prized asset. 

Lifeless Body Laying in Lekki Phase One (Graphic Photo)

According to Linda Ikeji, the photo was taken yesterday evening of a dead body which was dumped by the water around the Post Office in Lekki. LAWMA officials have been made aware but are taking their time to remove it. This post is to attract LASG's attention in the interest of public safety and so the man, who is well dressed, gets a decent burial.

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Why President Buhari retained Former IGP - Femi Adesina explains

Special Assistant to President Buhari on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, yesterday revealed why President Buhari retained the immediate past Inspector General of Police, Solomon Arase, when he assumed office in May 2015. Speaking at a book launch in Lagos yesterday June 23rd, Adesina who represented President Buhari at the event, said President Buhari gave his reasons for retaining Arase at a farewell dinner he organised for him on Monday, June 20th, a day before Arase, retired from office.

“He said he saw the quality of Arase's mind and he saw the quality of things, he had written. You know Arase has many publications to his credit and he also saw his capacity as an operation person and he decided to keep him till his tenure expired”he said

(PHOTOs) Uche Jombo and Hubby looking radiant with a perfect smile

Uche Jombo and Hubby is pictured at the baby shower for renowned Nollywood Producer and Director, Emem Isong-Misodi which took place last month.

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Taylor Swift and new beau continue their romantic outing (PHOTOs)

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Taylor Swift was seen getting tender kisses from her new man, Tom Hiddleston as they enjoyed a romantic dinner date with friends in Nashville, Tennessee. Taylor is such a lover girl, I really hope she sticks with this relationship because that was how she started with Cavin Harris. Wish her happiness!

Fatal Accident at Kaduna Toll Gate leave 4 dead (Graphic Photo)

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The accident occurred yesterday before the Kaduna toll gate while coming from Abuja. All the occupants (4) died and their bodies were trapped in the mangled car.

An eye witness Sani Yauri said the driver was on high speed and lost control when he maneuvered a pitch hole. He hit a machine and then hit a parked vehicle.

BREAKING: British Prime Minister, David Cameron Resigns After Britain Votes To Leave EU

David Cameron has resigned as Prime Minister in an emotional speech outside 10 Downing Street in the early hours of today.

This is just as Britain voted to leave the European Union, with the Leave campaign securing around 51.8 percent of the vote.

"I do not think it would be right for me to be the captain that steers our country to its next destination," he told reporters outside his Downing Street office.

Mr Cameron, who led the Remain campaign, said he led the campaign with his "head, heart and soul".

Banky W so tired of people telling him to get married (See Tweets)

So yesterday June 23, 2016, Banky W aka Mr Capable put up a picture of himself hugging his dog and it turned to another mockery session from fans who say he should be hugging a woman and not a dog.

The fan said:“Your woman deserves such cuddles,” one fan said yesterday, adding, “We are waiting for your wedding day.”

PHOTO: Man Jumps To His Death after Killing His Wife

A jealous husband has killed his wife before jumping to his death in a murder-suicide. The man identified as Reuben Mnisi allegedly killed his wife, Puleng Mnisi during an argument.

According to Daily Sun, the man later threw himself off a crane and plunged 40 metres to his death.

Narrating the incident, Puleng’s mother, Susan Mahlatse 60, from Sebokeng in the Vaal, said Reuben 42, and Puleng 35, lived in the same kasi and both worked at a mine.

Susan said on Friday Puleng arrived at work for the night shift and Reuben was about to go home.

"Why Buhari's Anti-Corruption War Targets PDP" - APC Senators

The All Progressives Congress caucus in the Senate on Thursday defended the Buhari government’s corruption effort and justified why it targets members of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, more.

The senate PDP caucus had on Wednesday announced the withdrawal of its members’ support for the government, citing the administration’s “belligerent attitude”.

But APC Senators, at a media briefing Thursday, defended Mr Buhari, saying those that benefited from illicit funds in the last administration have to face the consequences.

#RACISM: Black kid made to sit alone and away from other white kids

I just can't imagine how fellow African will be segregating each other. According to reports, the school is located at Heritage Hill Estate, Centurion, South Africa and this picture has made some parents to withdraw their children from the school yesterday after it went viral. They should shut down the school, so annoying :(

In Lagos: Gunmen shoot and killed a bank customer, also cart away with his money

Suspected armed robbers this morning shot and killed a bank customer, Kingsley Chukwudi, who was on his way out of a bank where he had gone to carry out some transactions in Apapa, Lagos. Eyewitnesses say the robbers who rode on motorbikes ambushed the deceased who is said to be a security officer, shot him at close range before carting away his bag containing his laptop and cash. They had thought that his laptop bag contained a huge some of money. His remains have been taken to the Area B police command in Apapa.

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PHOTOs: Kylie Jenner lock lips with PartyNextDoor in his new music video

Kylie Jenner made an appearance in her rumoured boyfriend, PartyNextdoor's new music video for his song 'Come And See Me' and they locked lips on a scene filmed in the rain. 

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Actor RMD shares a sweet throwback photo with Veteran Actress Bukky Ajayi

Richard Mofe-Damijo shared this throwback photo of himself and veteran actress Bukky Ayayi on Instagram. Wow, how times flies, see how young they both look on the photo. They are one of my favorites of all time...

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Photos: David Beckham meets the Queen at Buckingham Palace Awards Ceremony

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David Beckham was among star guests to join the Queen at the special ceremony at Buckingham Palace tonight. The former England star was among star guests at a special ceremony to present medals to the 60 winners of The Queen's Young Leaders Awards for 2016.

Less I forget, there are some Nigerians that would be receiving that award too, so stay glue as we bring you that report as it comes it. 

Jaden Smith Shows Off His Hot 6-Pack In Wetsuit (PHOTO)

That's some serious packs you got there, boy! I need to start limiting the level of pounded yam I take so I can have this body ... #MyWish

Selena Gomez shares S*xy Swimsuit Photo

Selena Gomez posted the photo on her Instagram page without a caption. In the pic, the songstress can be seen wearing a faux denim two-piece swimsuit

Boss Gida Mustapha Appointed As New MD Of National Inland Waterways Authority

According to a statement released and signed today by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation SGF, Babachir David Lawal, President Buhari has approved the appointment of Boss Gida Mustapha as the new Managing Director of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA). 

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United Nations lauds FG’s efforts to eliminate corruption at ports

The Country Director, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), Abuja, Dr Pa Lamin Beyai, said that corruption undermined human development, democracy and reduced access to public services by diverting public resources for private gains.

Beyai made said this in a message to a public launch of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Port agencies and Port Service Support Portal (PSSP) held on Thursday in Abuja to eliminate corruption at ports.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Beyai was represented by the Peace Development Advisor of UNDP, Dr Takwa Zebulon.

Beyai said that when public money was stolen for private gain, it meant fewer resources to build schools, hospitals, roads and water treatment facilities.

Ben Affleck reveal he turn down a role on "Star Wars"

Ben Affleck has told Bill Simmons that he was offered 'Star Wars' before J.J. Abrams and he turned it down. According to TMZ, Ben doesn't come right out and say it but, in so many words, he makes it clear during the HBO show.

Edo PDP tells Ali Modu Sheriff to stay away from Edo Politics

The Edo State Chap­ter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) yesterday warned the embattled National Chairman of the party, Alhaji Ali Modu Sher­iff, to steer clear of the politics of the state which had brought Pas­tor Osagie Ize-Iyamu as the party candidate for the September 10 gover­norship election.

Senator Sheriff, who had on Tuesday declared the emergence of the party governorship can­didate as illegal, fixed between 23rd and 29th June for the party prima­ries.

Chairman of the PDP in the state, Chief Dan Osi Orbih, who spoke to newsmen yesterday in Benin City, stated that there is no romance be­tween Abuja politics and that of the state, urging the self-acclaimed chair­man and his cohorts to stop intervening in mat­ters relating to the gover­norship election.

TRENDING: Groom sting by Snake While on an Adventure to Snap Wedding Photo

An adventure wedding photographer in Colorado has while taking a photoshoot session with a couple, caught the moments bite a groom as he was posing for photos with his bride.

Speaking about the incident, the Photographer identified as Maddie Mae said: “I often wade through the chest-high water, hike into jungles in Costa Rica, or go on 10-mile hikes with couples on their wedding day. I would never have guessed that my only indoor church wedding this year, in my hometown, would actually become the biggest adventure, and my craziest wedding story to date."

According to a report by NewYork Post, the couple known as Johnny and Laura Benson were walking by Horsetooth Reservoir near Fort Collins, just about 50 feet from a parking lot last weekend when the snake bit the groom in the ankle. They were about taking an adventurous wedding shoot.