Aruna Quadri gets Singapore, Sweden opponents for ITTF World Cup

Nigeria’s flagbearer in the 2016 ITTF World Cup, Aruna Quadri, was on Friday handed tough first round opponents in the shape of Singapore’s Ning Gao and Sweden’s Par Gerell

In the draw conducted in Saarbrucken, Germany, 12 players will vie for eight slots in the second round where they are expected to battle the top eight seeded players.

We must unite to rescue economy from recession – Ambode on #NigeriaAt56

As Nigeria marked its 56th Independence Anniversary, Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Saturday said there was no better time for Nigerians to unite to rescue the nation’s economy from the stranglehold of recession.

Governor Ambode, who spoke at the Independence Parade held at the Police College Ground in Ikeja, said the fact that the nation has remained united despite visible challenges in the last 56 years of sovereignty was a lot to be thankful for.

Hull City 0-2 Chelsea FC: Goals from Willian & Costa sinks The Tigers

Willian and Diego Costa produced fine second-half finishes as Chelsea tasted victory for the first time in four Premier League outings with a 2-0 triumph at Hull City.

Antonio Conte's side performed fitfully in their 3-4-3 formation during the early stages and Thibaut Courtois was the busier of the two goalkeepers before the break.

Warnings from former Italy boss Conte that the 2014-15 champions could be set for another mid-table finish without improvement this season were cutting a little too close to the bone at that stage but his players showed their quality in a clinical display after half-time.

Brangelina reaches temporary divorce agreement

Hollywood power couple, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have reached a temporary agreement over divorce terms following the initiation of a divorce process.

The couple who are in a struggle for custody of their six children has been arranged to have a temporary agreement by the L.A. County Department of Children and Family Services pending a court ruling on the case.

Recall that Angelina Jolie’s divorce filing had requested for sole physical custody of the kids stating that she was not comfortable with Brad Pitt’s parenting techniques.

Rob apologizes to His Family for posting Kylie’s Number online

Rob Kardashian has apologized for giving out his younger sister Kylie Jenner’s phone number on social media.

The reality star had a bit of a meltdown when he thought his family was neglecting baby mama-to-be and didn’t invite her to a baby shower that was being done for him.

He found out later that they had planned a baby shower for Blac Chyna but they wanted him to have a small private one.

Moments angry man smashes Apple Devices in an Apple store (VIDEO)

A man was seen in France, properly  dressed with shades on and a backpack walking into an Apple store and in a moment  of rage began to destroy gadgets.

He smashed every available  iPhone, iPad, and laptop he could see, with a metal petanque ball.

House of Rep rejects motion to re-introduce toll gates nationwide

The House of Representatives has rejected a motion to re-introduce toll gates on roads. Rejecting the motion sponsored by Rep Francis Charles Uduyok (PDP, A/Ibom), the House said Nigerians should not be subjected to another form of hardship, especially at a time the country was in hardship.

Uduyok had in his motion said Nigerian roads were in bad conditions and that toll gates would help in maintenance and construction of interstate roads.

See how much Minister of Works says they have spent on road under Buhari

The Minister for Power, Works and Housing, Mr Babatunde Fashola reveal that the Federal Government under this current administration has, so far, spent N73 billion on road projects across the country.

Fashola, disclosed this in Katsina, on Thursday, at the 22nd National Council of Works meeting.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reported that the meeting has “Prioritisation and Optimisation of Allocated Road Infrastructure Funds” as its theme.

Abuja | Girls turn popular Nyanya market to prostitutes house (PHOTOS)

The chairman of Abuja Municipal Area Council, AMAC, Abdullahi Candido has condemned in strong terms the conversion of shops at the Nyanya market, Abuja into brothels, residential houses, and schools.

According to Candido, the illegal practice had contributed to hawking along the roadside, thereby making the market environment embarrassing and unhygienic.

Officials of the council discovered on Wednesday when it embarked on the evacuation of street traders at the market that several shops have been turned into residential houses, schools and “red light district” by women of easy virtue.

PDP blasts APC says Nigerians became poorer since you assumed power

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has lampooned the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, for the current state of the economy.

The PDP observed that since the APC came into power almost two years ago, Nigerians have been facing several problems as a result of poor leadership and implementation of policies that were anti-people.

CAF reduce official's tenure to three terms

The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has set the tenure of its president to three terms in office, from next year’s election in March 2017.

CAF Media Spokesman, Junior Binyam, told BBC Sport that the new ruling was approved at Thursday’s Extraordinary General Assembly.

Nigerian Army releases 348 suspected Boko Haram members #NigeriaAt56

In the spirit of Independence anniversary celebration, the Nigerian military has handed over 348 suspected members of the dreaded Islamic sect, Boko Haram to the Borno state governor, Kashim Shettima.

The General Officer Commanding 7 division Nigerian Army, General Victor Ezugwu said the handing over of the cleared suspected terrorists arrested during counter insurgency operations in Borno state was the fifth since his assumption of command.

Arsene Wenger not obsessed with winning another trophy

Arsenal manager, Arsene Wenger, has insisted he is not obsessed about winning another trophy before he leaves the club.

The Frenchman marks 20 years in charge of the North London club on Saturday, but has experienced less success in recent years.

Since 2005, the Gunners have only won two FA Cups. Before then, they won seven major honours.

Former Arsenal player, Robert Pires, claimed that his compatriot will quit if he wins the Premier League .

SHAMEFUL! Politician catches his wife having s*x with another person (PHOTO)

A popular politician was left in shock after he caught his wife having sexual intercourse with another man.

According to the report, Kenyan politician (name withheld) has nabbed his wife having s*x with another person.

The married woman was caught by her politician husband, romping a younger man at a city lodging.

Swansea 1 Liverpool 2: James Milner spot kick seals three points for Reds

Liverpool came from behind to make it four Premier League wins in a row to pile further pressure on Francesco Guidolin with a 2-1 win over Swansea at the Liberty Stadium.

The hosts went ahead through Leroy Fer after just eight minutes from a left-wing corner swung in by Gylfi Sigurdsson. Borja headed the ball down to Van der Hoorn who tried to place it past Karuis with Fer making sure the ball crossed the line.

NDLEA arrest Man who tried to Smuggle Drugs in Noodles Packs (Photos)

Spokesman for the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Mitchell Ofoyeju has revealed that the agency uncovered a plot to use dry chicken flavoured noodles to smuggle cannabis through the Akanu Ibiam International Airport (AIIA) in Enugu State on a plane to China. 

The alleged culprit, Benson Onyechi Esonwunne, was attempting to board an Ethiopian Airways flight from Nigeria to China when he convinced an innocent passenger to carry the box of packaged chicken flavoured noodles for him on the plane.

Couple BUSTED banging inside a Public Bus in Broad-daylight (See Photos)

A couple has been left embarrassed and disgraced after they were caught engaging in s*x right inside a bus. The two amorous lovers were filmed by worried passengers who could not believe their eyes.

Former President GEJ Independence Message to Nigerians #NigeriaAt56

Ex President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan urges Nigerians to be prayerful and support the government in his Independence Message.

Jonathan wrote: 

Nollywood Actor, Elder Maya is Dead (Photos)

Veteran Nollywood actor, Martins Njubuigbo, popularly called Elder Maya has died. The news of his death is coming months after battling liver-related ailment. 

The sad news was made public by actor and producer, Yomi Fabiyi last night.

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#NigeriaAt56 And The Worship of Baal - Femi Fani-Kayode

Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode pen this article to mark Nigeria's 56 Independence. Read below:

Nigeria is 56 years old today. Consequently it is time to speak some home-truths and look at where we are in the scheme of things.

It is time to consider how well our governnent has fared since coming to power and to compare their record of service to previous governments that were in the saddle before them. Sadly the score sheet does not look too good. 

#NigeriaAt56: We Must Return to True Federalism - Ekweremadu

The Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu, has called for sober reflection as Nigeria marks its 56th Independence anniversary, Punch reports.

He said there is the need to return to the path of true federalism as envisioned by the country’s founding fathers in order to move it forward.

SHOCKING! Woman Discharges Maggots from Private Part in Ogun State (Photo)

Residents of Olakula area of Idiroko in Ipokia Local Government Area of Ogun State witnessed a jaw-dropping spectacle on Wednesday as maggots dropped continuously from the private parts of a woman identified as Iya Toheeb.

The scene turned chaotic as residents trooped out to see the woman sat in a car with the assistance of family members and sympathisers.

#NigeriaAt56: Don Jazzy has an inspiring message to Nigerians

CEO of Mavin Records, Don Jazzy took to his social media page to share this inspiring piece as we celebrate Nigeria's Independence.

Read below:

#NigeriAt56: See How Google Celebrates Nigeria's Independence (Photo)

American multinational technology company specializing in Internet-related services and products that include online advertising technologies, search, cloud computing, and software, Google.com has celebrated Nigeria's Independence in style with customized flags and Nigerian colours on its page. 

A click on the side button reads the words: "Nigeria Independence Day 2016" as the company wishes Nigerians well.

Breaking | Kidnappers RELEASE Wife of CBN Governor

Wife of Central Bank of Nigeria ( CBN) Governor, Mrs Margaret Emefiele, kidnapped some 24 hours before, has been released by her abductors.

According to family sources she was rescued “due to the gallantry of the Armed Forces, Police and Security Forces”, in Ugoneki near Benin City and is currently recuperating in Government House, Asaba.

Flotilla Deaths | Israel pays Turkey $20 million

Israel on Friday deposited $20 million in a bank account run by the Turkish Justice Ministry, as part of a reconciliation deal between the two nations.

A report in Istanbul said that the money is intended for the families of the 10 Turkish victims who were killed during a 2010 raid on the pro-Palestinian flotilla by Israeli commandos.

NJC fire three top judges over fraud and misconduct

Nigeria’s regulatory body for the judiciary, the National Judicial Council, has recommended the compulsory retirement of three judges following allegations of fraud and other judicial misconduct.

The judges include the Chief Judge of Enugu State, A. I. umezulike; a presiding justice at the Court of Appeal in Kwara State, Mohammed Tsamiya; and Kabiru Auta of the Kano State High Court.

They were sacked by the NJC during the council’s 78th meeting held on September 29.

Evil! Man brutally kill his Parents then massacre 17 neighbours to cover up His Crime

A man (photo above) brutally killed his parents in a row over money and then went on to slaughter 17 villagers, including a three-year-old girl  to cover up his horrific crime.

27-year-old Yang Qingpei, confessed to murdering his parents after returning to his hometown Yema in China’s Yunnan Province to ask for more money, reports say.

He then went on a mass killing spree and claimed the lives of 17 villagers, including four children and one 72-year-old neighbour.

E-Money and Bro, Kcee look classy as they both step out (PHOTOS)

CEO of Five Star Music, E-Money and his elder brother, singer Kcee stepped out looking stylish as they both rocked a trad outfit in these new photos.

#NigeriaAt56: President Buhari’s Independence Day Speech (FULL TEXT)

Today – 1st October is a day of celebration for us Nigerians. On this day, 56 years ago our people achieved the most important of all human desires – freedom and independence. We should all therefore give thanks and pray for our founding fathers without whose efforts and toil we would not reap the bounties of today.

2. I know that uppermost in your minds today is the economic crisis. The recession for many individuals and families is real. For some It means not being able to pay school fees, for others it’s not being able to afford the high cost of food (rice and millet) or the high cost of local or international travel, and for many of our young people the recession means joblessness, sometimes after graduating from university or polytechnic.