Nigeria sinks down in top investment destination in Africa

Nigeria has given in its number five spot to Kenya as it slipped to number six in the list of top 10 investment destinations in Africa.

Nigeria had held her current position (6th) in 2011, according to the sixth edition of Rand Merchant Bank’s (RMB’s) annual report.

The latest RMB report blamed current recession for Nigeria’s slip, noting that the economy has been weighed down by a dismal economic growth outlook and weak operating environment. Nigeria is going through its first recession in over 20 years, triggered by low oil prices.

Germany | Authorities blocks WhatsApp data transfers to Facebook

German data protection authorities on Tuesday said they had blocked Facebook from collecting subscriber data from its subsidiary WhatsApp, citing privacy concerns.

Facebook and WhatsApp promised in the wake of the Silicon Valley giant’s 2014 acquisition of the messaging app that they would not share data, Hamburg’s Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information Johannes Caspar recalled in a statement.

He added that Facebook would be required to delete any data already received from WhatsApp in Germany.

Nigerian Navy denies allegations of human rights abuse

The Nigerian Navy has denied allegations of human rights abuse levelled against it by the proprietor of a Lagos based building construction company.

Briefing the National Human Rights Commission which had summoned the Navy on the issue, the Managing Director of Navy Building and Construction Company Limited, Commodore Abdul Adamu, said the Navy was a disciplined force and do not involve in any form‎ of human rights abuse in any part of Nigeria.

He admitted that the Nigerian Navy had a business relationship with Lexy Nigeria Limited which ‎was now a subject of dispute before an arbitration panel in Lagos.

Colombia and FARC sign historic peace accord ending 52-year war

Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos and Marxist rebel leader Timochenko used a pen made from a bullet on Monday to sign an agreement ending a half-century war that killed a quarter of a million people and made their nation a byword for violence.

After four years of negotiations in Havana, Santos, 65, and Timochenko – a nom de guerre for 57-year-old revolutionary Rodrigo Londono – shook hands on Monday on Colombian soil for the first time.

Some 2,500 foreign and local dignitaries attended the ceremony in the walled, colonial city of Cartagena.

Lawyers to EFCC | Prosecute Dame Patience Jonathan and Stop the Media Trial

A group of human rights lawyers, yesterday, called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to put an end to the “media trial” of former First Lady, Patience Jonathan.

Addressing reporters on behalf of the group, in Abuja, Ugochukwu Osuagwu, said they were not against investigating and prosecuting the former First Lady, but that it had to be done in line with the law, and not on the pages of newspapers or the Internet.

Abdulmumin Jibrin writes open Letter to Yakubu Dogara (Read Letter)

Former Chairman, House Committee on Appropriation, Hon Abdulmumin Jibrin ,  has penned an open letter to the speaker House Of Representatives, RT. Hon. Yakubu Dogara saying the speaker needs to search his conscience before he destroys the House Of Representative.

Read his letter below:

Army blast Abubakar Shekau, says he is Mad, Cannot be Trusted

Efforts by the Federal Government to hold talks with Boko Haram on the release of the abducted Chibok girls might have hit a brick wall.

President Muhammadu Buhari had recently invited the United Nations to act as a mediator in discussions with the sect’s leaders, to secure the girls’ freedom from 900 days of captivity.

Chelsea Players make case for John Obi Mikel to be in Starting Lineup

Players of Chelsea have made a case for out of favour Super Eagles captain, John Obi Mikel to be restored to the teams’ starting 11 ahead of new sign on Ngolo Kante

The players it was reported led an unrest in the Chelsea dressing room, where they have dropped a big hint suggesting they want Manager Antonio Conte to sacrifice N’Golo Kante for Mikel Obi.

Mikel has been frozen out by the manager since his return from the Rio Olympics, a situation which has reportedly turned some of the players against the manager.

Coach Arsene Wenger says Alex Iwobi Should be Playing for England, Not Nigeria

Coach of Arsenal, Arsene Wenger, is not too happy with the decision of star player Alex Iwobi to play for Nigeria instead of England. The team he represented at youth level before switching to play for Nigeria at senior level.

“He should be playing for England,” Wenger said in January, and he did for a while.

APC official Begs Buhari to Intervene over Tinubu, Oyegun fracas

Mr Timi Frank, the Acting Publicity Secretary of All Progressives Congress (APC), has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to call a meeting of stakeholders of the party to avert internal crisis in the organisation.

Frank made the plea at a news briefing in Abuja on Monday, saying that a National Executive Council (NEC) meeting would   halt the crisis brewing within the party.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) recalls that the Ondo State Governorship election primary election has generated  much wrangling within the party and has led to the sack of the state chairman.

FCT, Abuja | Senate Committee orders Bello to impose N50,000 fine per cow loitering

The Senate Committee on Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has mandated the FCT Minister, Mohammed Bello, to impose N50,000 As fine per cow on herdsmen who defy government directive not graze cattle in the FCT.

The Chairman of the committee, Sen. Dino Melaye, gave the directive when Bello appeared before the committee in Abuja on Monday.

Say What | 16 Year Old Boy Jumps From 23rd Floor To Impress Girl

A teenage struck and stuck in love has jumped from the 23rd floor of a to impress a girl he’s in love with.

According to reports, the Russian boy, Alexander Shadrin miraculously survived the jump which could easily have killed him.

Angelina Jolie appointed Professor, will teach at London School Of Economics

Angelina Jolie, who filed for divorce  last week from Brad Pitt after two years of marriage, is set to take up another role–teacher. She has been appointed as a visiting professor at the London School of Economics for a new masters’ program focused on women, peace and security.

“She is going to be a visiting professor next year, 2017,” a spokesperson for LSE said  “The post starts in September 2017.”

Walt Disney may buy Twitter

The impending sale of Twitter (TWTR) has gone up a notch with the entrance of an unexpected bidder.

According to sources, the entertainment giant, Walt Disney (DIS) is preparing to make an offer which sent DIS stock off 1 percent on Monday.

Reno Omokri | Nigerians Paid For Your Ear Treatment So You Can Listen

A former aide to the former president Goodluck Jonathan, Reno Omokri took to his social media page to address one of the most controversial issues in the government today.

Recall that some Nigerians had suggested the sale of some national assets in order to tackle the current economic recession in the country, of those, the Senate president, Bukola Saraki, strongly backed the idea while several including the Deputy Speaker of the house and some members have kicked against the move.

Meet the 25-year-old Female Secondary School Graduate who is the Chairman of Argungu City

For the first time in this part of the world, a 25-year-old female has been appointed as the caregiver chair taker of Argungu, Kebbi State.

The lady, Hindatu Umar, is a Secondary School Graduate. She is the youngest and first female to hold such a position.

Prince George publicly Rejected High-Five from Canadian Prime Minister

Shortly after landing in Canada, Prince George of Cambridge gave his host a not so cordial treatment.

The Canadian Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau had welcomed the prince with his parents, Prince William and Duchess Kate along with their daughter, Princess Charlotte, and tried to high-five the prince, one which he rejected.

OMG! Read what Kenyan Wife did to his Husband’s Manhood over incessant Cheating

A Kenyan man is currently suffering trauma after reportedly discovering that his wife bewitched him with a ‘locked penis’ charm over cheating claims.

Victor Wekesa who lives with his family in the Kanduyi, Bungoma county area of the country, claims his wife bewitched him with juju as punishment following his several sex escapades with other women.

Meet Grandma Odeba an SS2 Student In Kaduna State (Photo)

There is nothing that isn't achievable when you set your mind to it. That is the case with this Grandpa, Odeba in Kaduna State. She is now in SS2 pursuing her dream ... Let's call this 'a pursuit of happiness' ... Go achieve your dream, Grandma!!!

Rivers State | Gov Wike Appoints Special Assistant On Traffic Lights

Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, has employed Daye Graham-Douglas as his Special Assistant on Street/Traffic Lights.

The appointment is contained in a statement by Simeon Nwakaudu, Special Assistant to the Rivers State Governor on Electronic Media who noted that the appointment takes immediate effect.

“I Just Saw Condom In My Husband’s Wallet, Am I Suppose To Just Overlook It?”

Just Saw CONDOM In My Husband’s Wallet, Am I Suppose To Just Overlook It?

Anytime i have disagreement with my husband, he would always tell me that “I WL GO OUTSIDE, PLENTY BABES DEY OUTSIDE DAT NEED MEN AND I WONT EVEN SPEND MUCH B4 THEY OPEN THEIR LEGS”. I always feel hurt by this statement because I believe that we should BOTH be committed to make our home work. If i wont go out there to look for men why should he?

Dr. Peter Kwembe | Nigerians Will Celebrate Buhari Next Year

A management expert, Dr. Peter Kwembe, has assured that Nigerians would celebrate President Muhammadu Buhari by the second quarter of next year if they give his economic policy a chance to survive.

Kwembe, who expressed optimism that there would be light at the end of the tunnel, advised Nigerians to stop pressurizing President Buhari to dismiss his policies of economic diversification.

Buhari approves new federal appointments

President Buhari has approved new appointments in 13 Federal Government agencies as follows:

1. Industrial Training Fund (ITF) - Director-General - Mr. Joseph Ari

2. National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) - Director-General - Dr. Isa Ali Ibrahim (Pantami)

Buhari assures African Development Bank they will get out of current problems

President Buhari today said Nigeria has the people and the resources to surmount her economic problems. Receiving President of the African Development Bank (ADB), Dr Akinwunmi Adesina, at State House, Abuja, on Monday, President Buhari said:

"God has given us people and resources. It will take hard work on our part, but we will make it. We will get out of our problems. We are determined to produce what we eat, and stop importation. We will also chase those who stole, and get them to refund."

Redman spotted smoking a very MASSIVE wrap of weed (photos)

Rapper Redman was spotted smoking a huge blunt during his performance at the Boston Freedom Rally over the weekend.

So Touching! Father cradles his dead 5-month-old killed in crash along with his wife (PHOTOS)

A Thai woman and her five-month-old daughter were killed in a road accident early Saturday morning in Satun, Thailand. The devastated father, who sustained minor injuries, is pictured cradling the body of his dead child. 

One confirms dead as Coaster bus crashes into bush in Ikorudu (PHOTO)

According to the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), the Coaster bus pictured crashed into a bush at Itamage, Ikorodu. There was one casualty and the LASEMA response unit has recovered his body. The cause of the accident is still unknown.

Dangote debunked death reports says “He is hale, hearty, and alive”

Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote has debunked rumours making the rounds that he has passed on.

The report what published by a German news medium DW-TV3. It reported that the industrialist died after a short illness in Germany.

Kogi State | 29-year-old Man in court for killing his 2 daughters

A Lokoja Chief Magistrates’ Court on Monday remanded a 29-year-old applicant, Anyaogu Samuel in prison for allegedly killing his two daughters.

The accused was brought to the court by the police for allegedly killing his nine months old daughter, Chinoso, and two-year-old Miracle.

The police prosecutor, Sgt. Tuesday Ganagana, told the court that the children were killed on December 25, 2015 and January 1, 2016.

Edo Guber: NLC endorses APC candidate, Godwin Obaseki

The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC has thrown their weight behind the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Mr Godwin Obaseki, urging all workers in the state to vote for the party in Wednesday’s governorship election.

It would be recalled that over 10,000 people from other parties reportedly decamped to the APC ahead of the gubernatorial election which is 24hrs away.