Michael Jordan contribute $5 million to National Museum of African American History and Culture

NBA Legend Michael Jordan has donated $5 million to the National Museum of African American History and Culture, museum officials announced Monday.

The monetary gift is the largest from a sports figure/personality to the museum. It pushes private donations to the museum to $278 million. Jordan, 53, also gave a jersey that he wore during the 1996 NBA Finals to the museum’s permanent collection.

Including aid from the federal government, the museum, which President Obama will open September 24, has raised more than $548 million.

Bayelsa State Government condemns killings of soldiers

Bayelsa State Government has commiserated with the Nigerian Military over the brutal killing of three soldiers by armed bandits at Nembe City in Nembe Local Government Area of the state.

Addressing the people of Nembe at the King Koko Square, Nembe, Governor Seriake Dickson noted that the killing of the soldiers was senseless, barbaric and not in the best interest of the government and people of the State, especially the peace loving people of Nembe.

The Governor, who was represented by his Deputy, Retired Rear Admiral Gboribiogha John Jonah, described the incident as mos painful and unfortunate, pointing out that, a similar one occurred in July, last year, where soldiers were attacked at the same security check-point in Nembe, resulting in deaths.

Nigerian troops storm Bayelsa creeks in search of militants

Search for Niger Delta militants began, Tuesday, as stern-looking and war-kitted troops barricaded some creeks and waterways of Bayelsa State.

The operation commenced following the declaration by the Joint Task Force (JTF), Operation Delta Safe (ODS) that it would go “on the offensive” to fish out all the militants and killers of soldiers at a military checkpoint in Nembe on Monday morning.

Militants dared the military on Monday when they ambushed the checkpoint, killed three soldiers on duty and carted away gunboats, rifles and ammunition.

Sergio Ramos heartbroken to see Jese leave for PSG

Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos has said he is sad to see his friend Jese Rodriguez leave and wished him success at new club Paris Saint-Germain.

Jese, 23, came through the ranks at the Bernabeu and has been a senior squad member for the last four seasons.

Earlier this summer, coach Zinedine Zidane advised the attacker to look for more playing time elsewhere but added that he expected him to be “returning home” in 12 months.

President Buhari says Nigeria In Critical Point, Needs Change Agents

President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday said Nigeria was currently in a critical point when he needed selfless citizens that could change the country for the better.

The President said this in his tribute to the pioneer Director-General of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru, Maj.-Gen. Timothy Ogundeko, who would be buried at the weekend.

According to a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Femi Adesina, the President described the deceased as a pacesetter in strategic leadership training.

ASUU, OOU branch begins indefinite sit-at-home action over N3.5bn unpaid arrears

Lecturers of the Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State yesterday announced a sit-at-home action, saying the suspension of all teaching activities would continue until the state government was ready to pay their 23 months subvention arrears.

The lecturers, under the aegis of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), OOU branch, said the industrial action became imperative because government had failed to implement the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with them in December.

Donald Trump fires back against national security letter

Donald Trump on Monday lashed out at 50 top Republican national security officials for criticizing his presidential campaign.

“The names on this letter are the ones the American people should look to for answers on why the world is a mess, and we thank them for coming forward so everyone in this country knows who deserves the blame for making the world such a dangerous place,” he said in a statement.

Alex Iwobi backs Super Eagles to qualify for 2018 World Cup

Arsenal’s up and coming youngster Alex Iwobi has backed the Super Eagles to survive their tough group B pairings and qualify for the FIFA 2018 World Cup to be hosted by Russia.

Iwobi, played his first competitive match against Egypt in the Africa Cup of Nations 2017 qualifier.

The Super Eagles failed to scale the hurdle, but Iwobi aiming to play in his first World Cup said Nigeria have the players to do well against Algeria, Cameroon and Zambia in the group B World Cup qualifiers.

OMG! Popular Rapper loses left eye in a terrible accident

On Thursday, July 28, popular 24-year-old American rapper OG Maco was involved in a near-fatal car accident which claimed his left-eye. 

The young and talented rapper suffered multiple skull fractures, cracked vertebrae, a broken orbital, heart palpitations and lost his right eye. For quick recovery, the doctors have now removed the eye as the rapper took to his Instagram handle to share his recovery picture saying: 

Maheeda finally pull down her pants in new steamy Photos (+18)

Known for sharing risqué photos, Maheeda who is self-styled '9ja badt girl' seems tired of covering her rear ends as she has finally unveiled her boobs and partially her bum in her new set of photos.

Maheeda who grew up in Nigeria has since relocated to the Netherlands to live with her white husband who feels indifferent about her nefarious activities on social media.

Wow! 63 years of Marriage Couple Dies Minutes Apart on the Same Day (Photo)

It's said that love is the strongest force in the world. If that's true, then a married couple from South Dakota proves that not even death is strong enough to keep loved ones apart.

A funeral will be held in Platte, South Dakota, on Monday for a couple married for more than six decades who died just minutes apart on the same day and in the same room.

Unbelievable! Man Caught Disguised as a Woman Looking for a S*x Partner (Photos)

A man has been allegedly caught in Ghana hawking his body while posing as a female prostitute. 

According to reports, the man was caught by some angry men who suspected him due to how he paraded himself. They forced him to remove his clothes and discovered the he has a p*nis. They descended on him and gave him the beating of his life.

What Do Your Marriage Vows Mean to You? - Betty Irabor Writes interesting piece

Award-winning CEO and Editor-in-Chief of leading Lagos-based monthly lifestyle magazine, Genevieve Magazine, Betty Irabor, who has been married to seasoned broadcaster, Soni Irabor for 33 years, took to her Facebook page and shared an inspiring message about marriage vows. 

Read below;

“What’s in a VOW???

Goodluck Jonathan says If Africans can’t send men to moon, they should at least organize free elections

Former President of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan, has emphasized the need for free and fair elections in Africa.

Mr. Jonathan, who is leading the African Union Elections Observation Mission to Zambia, said, Monday, on Twitter, “If Africa can’t yet send men to the moon, we should at least organize elections that are free and fair of which the whole world will be proud.”

OFFICIAL: Inter confirm De Boer as head coach

Frank de Boer has been appointed as the new head coach of Inter on a three-year deal, the club have announced.

Inter have acted swiftly to replace Roberto Mancini, who left his role at San Siro on Monday amid reports of a dispute with Suning Holdings Group, the club's new owners.

Shocking! Generating Set Falls Off Lorry and Crushes Woman to Death (Photos)

A shocking tragedy has claimed the life of a 40-year-old woman after the generator managed to get loose from a moving vehicle in Etchingham, East Sussex and crushed her to death.

According to Dailystar, the police have arrested a 42-year-old man from Ashford, Kent, on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. The incident also left a man serious injuries in the incident.

#Rio2016: Vigilante Store Owner cut off Thief's Hand During Olympics (Photos)

A highly graphic video clip making rounds online and social media, shows a man writhing in pain in the pool of his blood after his hand was chopped off as multiple reports suggest he is a thief and was allegedly attacked with a machete by a vigilante shop owner.

Some reports have it the man who local media claim has a criminal record, tried to steal from a shop in Porto Alegre but was caught in the act by the owner who chopped off his hand with a machete.

Pls Help! Something Keeps Telling Me to Kill Myself

The woman shared her story on Instagram where she told stunned readers about how much she feels like ending her life.

According to her, most times, she hears a voice telling her to kill herself using various means.

This sad development in her life has made her evade falling in love.

Wonderful! There is now a Machine for roasting Corn (Photo)

This is an unnamed mechanised approach to roasting corn or maize as spotted in an undisclosed area. The source of energy of the machine is currently unknown but some top commenters claim it uses charcoal.

This will go a long way in reducing the hardship of roasting corn in Nigeria and will also help in saving time.

OMG! 13-year-old Girl Gruesomely R*ped and Murdered with Her V*gina Cut Off

A 13-year-old girl has been gruesomely murdered with her private parts cut off by the evil killer. The incident has left the people of Assin Manso Township in the Central Region of Ghana in great fear.

Adom News reveals that the lady who was identified as Kukua or Ajara by residents and was an ice cream seller who served as a house help with one of the residents of the town.

JUST IN: Gernot Rohr signs two-year deal to coach Nigeria

For the first time in almost six months, the Super Eagles of Nigeria now has a substantive coach, as German tactician Gernot Rohr has signed a two-year deal to become technical adviser of the team.

The Nigeria Football federation (NFF) announced the deal on its Twitter account on Tuesday, two days after its technical and development committee recommended the former Burkina Faso coach.

Aww! Police cook dinner for aged couples who were crying of loneliness

Police in Rome has extended their hand of love to an aged couple who were crying of loneliness as nobody come around to pay them a visit.

According to CNN, last week police officers responded to a call in Rome after someone reported they had heard crying and shouting coming from an apartment, but when they arrived they were met by an elderly couple.

The Italian couple were in tears, not because a crime had been committed, but because they were overcome by loneliness and tragic news events.

Breaking: Manchester City confirms John Stones signing

Manchester City have confirmed the signing of defender John Stones from Everton on a six-year deal.

Pep Guardiola had identified Stones, 22, as one of his primary targets this summer and has now got his man for an undisclosed fee.

It is being widely reported that the England international has become the most expensive British defender in history by joining City for a figure believed to be in the region of £47.5m.

Oh Dear! 17-year-old Pregnant Girl Dies After Drinking 'Sniper' In Lagos

A 17-year-old pregnant girl, simply identified as Temitope Saka, has died after drinking insecticide, (Sniper), in the Igando area of Lagos State.

Saka allegedly blamed her grandma for her suicide mission.

Punch reports that Saka’s boyfriend reported the case at the Igando police division, which led to the arrest of the woman.

An eyewitness explained that Saka, who was the only child of her parents, was taken to her grandmother’s house on Mofoluwasho Close, Alhaji Ede bus stop, Igando after her mother died when she was three years.

COAS hails 7 generals as they bow out of service

The Nigerian Army Engineers at the weekend in Makurdi, Benue State capital rowed out seven(7) generals who have meritoriously served the nation.

They include; Maj. Gen. Funso Samson Owonibi, Maj. Gen. Panebi Kaiser Ikumoinein, Brig. Gen. PO Reis, Brig. Gen. Lot Tanko Titus, Brig. Gen. Bode Folusho Ayeni, Brig. Gen. Osamudiamen Abel Osemwota and Brig. Gen. Arinze Chuka Ebenebe.

Speaking at the colourful ceremony which was held at the Riverside in Nigeria Army School of Military Engineering (NSME) the Chief of Army Staff, COAS Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai, extolled the virtues of the retired generals, noting that they contributed immensely to the growth of the nation’s military.

Facebook denies hesitation to give data to German investigators

Facebook rejected on Monday claims made by Germany’s state authorities that it was reluctant to co-operate with them on criminal investigations, saying many of the requests it received for user data were incorrectly formulated.

Several regional interior ministers have complained that the social media group is hesitant to respond to requests for data and have called on the Federal Justice Ministry to introduce new laws.

But Facebook said it had provided “round the clock assistance” to the authorities in Bavaria following a spate of violent attacks in Munich, Wuerzburg and Ansbach last month.

#Rio2016: Nigeria's Quadri becomes first Africa table tennis Player to reach Quarterfinals

Nigeria’s Aruna Quadri became the first player from Africa to reach the quarterfinals in the history of the Olympics after upsetting World’s number 8 player, Timo Boll, in the fourth round in Rio.

Sensationally, just one day short of his 28th birthday, Quadri beat Boll, the former World no.1 and the no.10 seed at the Olympics.

Incredibly, Quadri withstood a brave recovery by the German after winning the first three games to secure a six games success (12-10, 12-10, 11-5, 3-11, 5-11, 11-5).

In Kano | Notorious Rapist Beaten And Paraded Nude (Photos)

Residents of the Yankaba area of Kano State have finally nabbed a serial r*pist in the course of a botched attack.

An eye witness who recounted the arrest by an angry mob reported the unnamed young man was nabbed in the early hours of this morning, 9th of August, 2016.

Fayose pleads with teachers over unpaid five months salary

Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose has pleaded with teachers in both primary and secondary schools over five months unpaid salaries and allowances.

The governor, who blamed government inability to meet its financial obligations to the teachers on economy recession the country is passing through said he was not oblivion of their plights.

Fayose met with the teachers at Oshuntokun House, inside Government House.

Pilgrims to pay more as Saudi increases visa fees

The Cabinet of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has announced a new visa regime.

The decision, taken on Monday, according to Vice Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Prince Mohammed bin Naif, was based on a recommendation of the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Economy and Planning on increasing non-oil revenue.

Under the new regime, a one-time entry visa fee will be SR2,000, but the state will bear this fee if a visitor is coming to the Kingdom for the first time to perform Haj or Umrah.

The multiple exit/re-entry visa fee will be SR3,000 for six months, SR5,000 for one year and SR8,000 for two years.