National Assembly | House adjourns sitting over member’s death

Resumption of plenary by the National Assembly after eights week recess failed on Tuesday following the announcement of the death of a member of the House of Representatives, Elijah Oluwatayo (APC-Lagos).

The aborted resumption was to mark the beginning of the second legislative year of the 8th assembly.

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, while reading a letter from the family of the deceased, said Oluwatayo died on July 20, 2016 at the age of 66.

Dogara also announced the death of three former members of the House – Muhammed Useni, Alex Eze and Etim Atakpa.

He said Useni represented Makarfi Federal Constituency of Kaduna State from 1999 to 2003, while Eze represented Nsukka/Igboeze Constituency of Enugu State within the same period.

He said Atakpa represented Ikot Ekpene/Essien Udim/Obot Akara Federal constituency of Akwa Ibom from 1992 to 1993 on the platform of the defunct National Republican Convention.

Dogara said: “As a serving member is involved, and as the tradition of the House demands, we have to adjourn sitting till Wednesday to honour the deceased.”

The House of Representatives in the 8th National Assembly has recorded four deaths of members since inauguration in June 2015.

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Cross River | Flood destroys over 4,000 houses, 13,000 farms

Flood destroyed no fewer than 4,070 houses and 13,147 farms in Cross River in August and September 2016, the state Emergency Management Agency (CR-SEMA) said on Tuesday.

The Director-General of the agency, John Inaku, gave the figures while addressing journalists in Calabar.

Mr. Inaku said 46 communities in seven local government areas were affected by the flood.

Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority warns passengers on Samsung Galaxy Note 7

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has directed passengers not to turn on or charge their Samsung Galaxy Note 7 devices on board aircraft following recent incidents and concerns raised by its manufacturers.

The aviation regulatory body gave the directive in a statement signed by its General Manager, Public Relations, Mr Sam Adurogboye, which was obtained by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos on Tuesday.

Republican George Bush Snr voting for Democrat Hillary Clinton

Former US president and Republican George Bush Snr is planning to vote for Democrat Hillary Clinton in November’s election, according to reports.

Ex-Maryland Lieutenant Governor Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, John F Kennedy’s niece, posted a picture of herself with Mr Bush on Facebook on Monday.

She added the caption: “The president told me he’s voting for Hillary!”

FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup: Nigeria invite 30 for tournament (Full List)

Nigeria has called up 30 players for training camp in Abuja next week Tuesday ahead of the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup in Papua New Guinea in November.

The Falconets, who pounded Liberia, Democratic Republic of Congo and South Africa home and away in the qualifying series, will tackle Japan, Canada, and Spain (in that order) at the finals scheduled for 13th November – 3rd December in the tiny nation located in the Pacific Ocean.

Czech president says he'd vote Donald Trump

Outspoken Czech President Milos Zeman announced Tuesday he is backing US Republican presidential hopeful Donald Trump, pitting himself against his country’s prime minister who favours Democratic rival Hillary Clinton.

“I’d vote for Donald Trump if I were a US citizen,” Zeman said, quoted by the Dnes Czech daily.

Super Falcons Coach says her team won’t underrate AWCON 2016 foes

Nigeria Super Falcons coach Florence Omagbemi has warned the defending champions cannot afford to underrate any team at this year’s Africa Women Cup of Nations (AWCON) in Cameroon.

Sunday’s draw has pitted the Falcons in Group B alongside Mali, Ghana and debutants Kenya, Omagbemi said: “We have been playing against Ghana’s Black Queens for years.

Chief Justice of the Federation cautions judges against delay in judgement

The Chief Justice of the Federation, Justice Mahmud Mohammed, has called on judges in Nigeria to reduce the delays in dispensing justice.

However, the Chief Justice asked them never to sacrifice justice for speed.

For the second time within two days, Justice Mohammed took a swipe at judges who give conflicting judgements.

Five health benefits of eating Apples

Apples are one of the most cultivated and consumed fruits in the world. Some even call it a “miracle food”, justifying the “apple a day” adage. Why should you love apples?

1. They are packed with disease-fighting vitamins like vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin B6, riboflavin, as well as minerals like potassium, copper, manganese, and magnesium.

South African Universities to introduce degree in Witchcraft

South African Minister of Higher Education and Training, Blade Nzimande has announced plans to have witchcraft included in the curriculum from 2018, giving students who wish to get an education on witchcraft the chance to do so in the country’s universities.

Militants Blow up NPDC/Shoreline pipeline in Niger Delta

The Afesere Ekiugbo  delivery line, operated  by the Nigeria petroleum  development Company (NPDC) was blown Up yesterday,  by a militant group called the Niger delta  Greenland Justice Mandate (NDGJM)

Awesome pipeline was bombed by 11.30pm, on September  18th,  2016. The group attacked  at the Ekiugbo delivery line in Ughelli operated by the NPDC/shorelines.

The federal  government  is the expected to intervene as the group is unrelenting in their attacks.

Fuel (Gas) scarcity hits some US cities

Some states in the USA are experiencing fuel (gas) shortages especially states in the South-East of the country including Tennessee and Alabama.

The fuel shortage was sparked when a 330,000-gallon spill shut down a gasoline pipeline in Alabama on the 9th of September. This, in turn, led to a spike in fuel price.

This has become a problem as some cities have gone into panic prompting some people to start stockpiling fuel in their homes for fear of an all-out scarcity.

Today’s Recipe: How To Cook Recession Rice (Lol, Interesting Piece)

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A recession is a delicious meal that is served to different countries based on their economic decision. A lot of countries go through recession for various reasons- but it is always because of bad economic decisions. The US had a taste of it in 2008 after the financial sector cooked a recession and served it to the country.

Meet Senegalese Khoudia Diop, the true ‘Melanin Goddess’

Senegalese Model, Khoudia Diop is most probably the definition of ‘melanin goddess'. She makes black even more beautiful! So beautiful!

The Senegalese model with affiliation in Paris, New York presents the complete glory of being black.

Read Six Major Takeaways from Senate President, Saraki’s Economic Speech

On Tuesday, September 20th, the Senate resumed its plenary activities after its yearly recess. For his resumption speech, the Senate President, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, delivered opening remarks that centred solely around the economy. Saraki stated that over the next few months, the focus of the Senate would be to save Nigeria’s economy from collapse.

Find below six of the major highlights of his speech:

Wikileaks says it has evidence that Hillary Clinton Sold Weapons to ISIS

As the American Presidential Election draws closer, the Democrat Candidate, Hilary Clinton is engulfed in another battle of credibility as wiki-leaks founder Julian Assange claims he has evidence of proof she sold weapons to ISIS.

Even though Hillary has denied this allegation several times,  Mr. Assange’s claim can still create a great danger to her ambition of getting to the White house.

Patience Jonathan Gives EFCC 14 Days Ultimatum to unfreeze her accounts

Mrs. Patience Ibifaka Goodluck Jonathan, through her legal representatives, First Law Associates, has given the Economic and Financial Commission, EFCC, 14 days with effect from September 18 to unfreeze her accounts and tender a public apology to her.

In an open letter to EFCC chairman, Ibrahim Magu, Senior Partner, First Law Associates, Timipa Okponipere Esq.urged the Commission to leave the Goodluck Jonathan family alone “We shall file an action at the African Commission on Human Rights at the Gambia demanding N5 billion in exemplary and punitive damages.”

SHOCKING | Grandpa busted while sexually molesting a 4 year Old Child (PHOTOS)

An elderly man has been caught totally unclad sexually molesting a 4-year-old girl along a bush path.

Rochas Okorocha advocates Jail Term for Female genital mutilation

The Imo State Governor Rochas Okorocha has warned that from henceforth, female genital mutilation (FGM) will attract imprisonment.

Rochas Okorocha affirmed that as soon as the bill against FGM is passed into law by the State House of Assembly, punishment for offenders might run into several years of imprisonment.

The Governor gave this hint at the launch of the campaign against FGM , initiated by his wife, Nkechi, in collaboration with United Nations Fund for Population Agency (UNFPA), described the practice as barbaric and unacceptable.

So Sad! After 12 Years Of Marriage, Angelina Jolie Files For Divorce From Brad Pitt

This should be one of the most painful divorce stories I would ever post. These two has been my favorite couple over the years now it is over? Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are going their separate ways after being together for 12 solid years! Angelina Jolie wants full custody of their 6 children and the reason for their divorce remains "irreconcilable differences" for now!

Lagos State | Government To Shut 10,444 Unregistered Private Schools

Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Oluranti Adebule at the 3rd quarterly stakeholders’ forum of private schools owners held at the Secretariat, Alausa in Ikeja, today said the State Government is ready to shut down 10,444 unregistered private schools which littered the state.

According to Adebule, it is shocking to discover that out of the 15,000 private schools operating in the state, only 4,556 were registered and vowed to take urgent action.

Aisha Buhari allegedly rocks a Diamonds Encrusted Wristwatch Worth N8.1m (PHOTO)

President Buhari's wife, Aisha Buhari has been spotted wearing a Chopard Happy Sport 36 MM stainless steel diamonds encrusted watches worth £15,000 that's equivalent to N8, 175,000 in Nigerian Naira at the current exchange rate.

Emma Nyra reveals there is 'No Love in the Industry'

Singer Emma Nyra in a recent interview talks about her “Love vs Money” EP were she reveals there is no love in the entertainment industry.

On why she named the EP “Love vs Money”, the singer says it not only had to do with her but the industry, saying it had to do with balancing one’s love life with her career.

Tonto Dikeh gets a new Iphone7 from Her Hubby, Churchill Obasanjo

Nollywood Actress and mother of one Tonto Dikeh shared this photo of a pink iPhone7 her husband Churchill Obasanjo bought for her.

Breaking | Court Affirms Yahaya Bello As Governor of Kogi State

Supreme Court sitting in Abuja today has finally affirmed Yahaya Bello as Kogi Governor

According to Premium Times, the Supreme Court has today, September 20, affirmed the election of Yahaya Bello as the Governor of Kogi State.

Actress Tracy Obonna Reveals Why Her Massive derrière is Her Favourite

Nollywood actress and model, Tracy Obonna also known as the ‘African Bombshell’ has revealed her favourite body party in her s*xy body.

Speaking in an exclusive interview with Vaunguard’s Potpourri, Nollywood actress and model, Tracy Obonna, who is known as the ‘African Bombshell’, not for any other reason but for her shapely, curvy, hips and bum, has spoken on her banging hot body.

Toke Makinwa covers Fame Extra Magazine reveals how she cried on her first date after separating from Maje Ayida

Toke Makinwa is the cover star for the debut issue of Fame Extra Magazine. The media personality’s editorial spread is tagged “The Rebirth” as she talks about everything from dating again, to misconceptions about marriage, the upsides to being single and more. She also talks about fashion, her body and so much more.

See excerpts below from the interview with Latasha Ngwube.

Klint D Drunk celebrates 9th wedding anniversary with his Lovely wife, Lilien

Comedian Klint D Drunk and his wife, Lilien are celebrating their wedding anniversary today Sept 20th. The couple who have been married for 9 years and have welcomed three kids together. 

Klint wrote:

Imo State | Notorious Robber beaten to Death in Owerri (Graphic Photos)

The Imo State Police Command has arrested  a Notorious Armed Robber/serial killer, one Okonkwo Charles Emeka also known as Fela on Monday. Sept 19th.

The suspect had received beating from an angry mob before Police intervention. The Police tried all efforts to resuscitate him to no avail, as he was confirmed dead on arrival at Specialist hospital, Owerri.

Wizkid shares photos with Ghanaian Singer, EFYA who rock a sheer top with no bra!

Photos from Wizkid video shoot for one of his unreleased songs with super talented Ghanaian singer, EFYA has got everyone talking after the Ghanaian singer rock a sheer top with no bra and just paper tape to hold her boobs.