Coach Zinedine Zidane promises to give Morata more playing time

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane has promised to give Alvaro Morata more playing time after the striker helped his side to a hard-fought 2-1 win over Athletic Bilbao on Sunday.

Morata came off the bench and netted the winner with seven minutes left on the clock to send Madrid top of the table after Sabin had cancelled out Karim Benzema's early opener.

And Zidane was quick to praise the former Juventus man for his contribution.

Real Madrid 2 Athletic Bilbao 1: Morata comes off bench to score winning goal

Substitute Alvaro Morata netted a late winner to help Real Madrid to a hard-fought 2-1 win over Athletic Bilbao and send them top of the LaLiga table.

Zinedine Zidane's men appeared to be on their way to their third league draw at the Santiago Bernabeu in succession - something that last happened in 1969-70 - but Morata found the net with seven minutes left on the clock to help his side to victory.

Comfortable wins over Real Betis and Legia Warsaw suggested Madrid were on the right path again after four games without a win preceding those two results, yet Athletic caused them all kinds of trouble at the Bernabeu.

South Africa's Mamelodi Sundowns win 2016 CAF Champions League

Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa were on Sunday crowned winners of the 2016 CAF Champions League after a 3-1 aggregate defeat of former champions Zamalek SC of Egypt in Alexandria.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the new champions lost 0-1 in the second leg clash, but they benefitted from a 3-0 first leg advantage earned a week earlier.

It was sufficient to earn South Africa their second club continental title, after Orlando Pirates’ win in 1995, silencing the home crowd at the El Borg Arab Stadium.

Omotola Jalade Ekeinde Interrogates Boy Who Says She’s His Spiritual Mother (Watch Video)

Nollywood actress, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde took to her social media page to share a rather strange happening which she claimed is happening to her for the second time.

According to the actress, a young boy approached her right after she finished from her ‘Alter Ego’ set to claim she’s his spiritual mother.

The actress  in videos shared on her Instagram noted that the young boy knelt before her saying he wanted to apologize to her for “no reason”.

Unbelievable! Lagos Driver Did This To Avoid LASTMA Arrest

A commercial bus driver in Lagos state did the unthinkable as he stripped naked to avoid arrest.

The bus driver whose vehicle was to be impounded took to the latest tactics employed by drivers in the state as he stripped naked.

Reports | Coconut Trees May Go Extinct In Nigeria In The Next 50 Years

Coconut trees may go into extinction in Nigeria in the next 50 years, a coconut processor, Mr Muheammad Mustafa, has said, cautioning against its use as a building materials substitute.

Mustafa, Executive Director, Doublem Enterprises Development Centre, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Lagos that using the tree’s trunk as planks and its fronds as roofing sheets was depleting the economic and ornamental tree.

He said that if people continued to cut and use it to construct buildings as currently being witnessed in the tree’s zones, its usefulness as an economic resource will run out.

Gov Aregbesola Reveals Way Out For Nigeria in Current Recession

As the recession bites harder on the economy, the governor of Osun State, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola has lent his voice proffering solutions to halt the dwindling economy.

Aregbesola spoke at the weekend during the one-year anniversary and first annual lecture of The Point Newspapers held at the Eko Hotel, Lagos.

At the lecture, with the theme, “The Economics of Change,” the governor said Nigeria must cut its dependence on foreign goods, increase local production and enhance entrepreneurship, adding that these would help save the local currency which currently carries too much pressure.

EFCC says Obanikoro Will Pay For It If Found Guilty in $2.1bn Arms Deal

More details have emerged from the ongoing investigation into the $2.1billion arms deal scandal, as the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have reiterated their stance to make a Former Minister of State for Defence, Senator Musiliu Obanikoro pay for his crimes if found culpable.

According to reports, Koro as is he is fondly called, was not ferried into the country by the EFCC to be used as a prosecution witness against other suspects in the $2.1billion arms cash.

Police Recovers 19 Cars, SUVs from Former Inspector General

Ibrahim Idris, the Inspector General of Police, has demanded a probe into the illegal purchase and distribution of cars by his predecessors.

The probe was necessary because of the findings that revealed retiring officers, Deputy Inspector Generals of Police, were in the habit of buying vehicles, and appropriating it for their own personal use.

A special investigation panel, which was created for the purpose of the probe, had identified and recovered 19 police vehicles from former IG, Solomon Arase.

Electricity Tariff May Increase By Over 200 Percent in Coming days

A fresh increase on the electricity bill being paid by the consumers may take effect if a proposal by power distribution companies to raise an average energy charge of N105 per kilowatt – hour from the current 22.8/kwh is approved.

This decision by the power firms to make the increment is said to be as a result of the unavailability of foreign exchange and the devaluation of naira which has led to massive inflation rate in the country.

Jimoh Ibrahim reveals How INEC Official Demanded $1m Bribe From Him To Process Court Judgement

Factional candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the Ondo State governorship election, Jimoh Ibrahim, has claimed that an official from the Independent National Electoral Commission demanded a bribe of $1m from him to process court judgement while accusing the electoral body of rejecting his papers as the authentic candidate of the PDP.

He told newsmen on Sunday that INEC was not an appeal Court, therefore, cannot determine who is the PDP candidate in the election.

Check out these Photos From Amber Rose’s Private Pool Party

33-year-old Amber Rose went all out yesterday as she threw herself a private pool party to celebrate her birthday.

The former stripper turned model had a circle of close friends invited to the private party including her mother, Dorothy Rose.

Kim Kardashian spotted at Tyga & Blac Chyna's son Kings birthday party

Kim Kardashian took this photo with Caitlyn Jenner at Blac Chyna and Tyga's son,Kings birthday party. The party was held at Kylie Jenner's house and Kim took her kids there .She looks really shaken up.

Oba Ewuare II reveals why he is 40th and not 39th Oba Of Benin

Governor Oshiomhole, who presented the staff of office to the new Oba, recalled his relationship with late Oba Erediauwa who he described as a father who will be missed by all.

According to him: “Oba Erediauwa will be remembered as a King who intervened in the state government’s effort to develop the state particularly the six-lane Airport Road where he directed the state House of Assembly to give their support so that the project will be a reality.

That intervention by the late Oba made a difference. And we are lucky that the new Oba was mentored by his father and this quality he has displayed as Edaiken N’Uselu. He served as ambassador to several nations and we pray to God and our ancestors to give him the wisdom to govern his people.

Lady Ikeji goes chicky, show off breadbasket in denim outfit (PHOTO)

Celebrity blogger, Linda Ikeji decided to show her chicky side during the weekend. The star blogger rocks a beautiful Jean outfit that shows off her tummy ... She got that stunning smile. Beautiful Lady, we like!

I wash plates, sweep in my house - Veteran Actor, Zack Orji

Veteran Actor, director, producer and film-maker, Zack Orji, has revealed he helps his wife with house chores and sees it as normal.Speaking to Punch, he said 

Meet Egyptian woman who is assumed to be the fattest woman alive ... She hasn't left her home in 25 years (PHOTOs)

An Egyptian woman is believed to be the fattest woman on the planet after her weight ballooned to 79 stone.

Iman Ahmad Abdulati, 36, has not left her home for 25 years because of her weight problem. She needs help going to the toilet as she can no longer walk there herself.

Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom concludes divorce settlement

Khloe Kardashian & Lamar Odom have officially signed off on their divorce. The former couple has reached a property settlement and each has now signed legal documents that were filed Friday according to reports by TMZ

Khloe first filed for divorce in December 2013, but after Lamar almost died a year ago, Khloe dropped the divorce, but refiled this year after it became apparent to her Lamar would not swear off drugs and alcohol.

Beautiful Photo of Ik Ogbonna's wife, Sonia in Ankara outfit

Lol, love the way Emeh Achanga of Mis Petite Naija captioned this ... Read below

Sonia Ogbonna's waist and curves will put Kim's to shame. The mother of one looks gorgeous in this traditional outfit.Little wonder, her husband, and actor, Ik shared the photo, simply calling her his 'Onyinye (gift).

Say What! Beautiful lady selling her virginity for $400,000 to help her family

A pretty lady has decided to  auction her virginity to help her family following a devastating house fire.

Katherine Stone, 20, left Seattle to work in one of Nevada's infamous legal brothels after spotting an advertisement on Facebook.

There, she is advertising her virginity for $400,000 - however, she won't accept a bid unless she feels a "connection" with the person.

Mariah Carey joins Nick Cannon for family Halloween party with their kids

Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey were pictured together at Mariah's Halloween bash in Los Angeles. They may be divorced but, when it comes to the kids, Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon put up a united front.

Say What! 12-year-old boy set to marry his 11-year-old cousin after receiving his father's blessings (PHOTOs)

A 12-year-old boy will marry his 11-year-old cousin after the groom-to-be's father gave the couple's engagement his blessing. 

While family and friends celebrated Nasser Hassan's eldest son's lavish wedding, the father decided to 'double the joy' in Egypt by announcing the engagement. 

Egyptian law prohibits marriages for anyone under 18 and the decision for Omar, 12, and Gharam, 11, to marry has sparked outrage among activists.

OMG! Tara Reid's skinny frame at Halloween party has got everyone talking

Actress Tara Reid stepped out last night for a Halloween party and her figure has fans talking. The 40 year old who used to have a much fuller figure, seems to have embarked 40-yearxtreme weight loss.

Genevieve Nnaji shared Photos with Stephanie Linus & son Maxwell (Photos)

Genevieve Nnaji is celebrating with Stephanie Linus as her son, Maxwell turned one yesterday. Star Actress shared some adorable pics from Stephanie's home.

Aww! Check out this beautiful portrait of Gospel Singer, Sinach

Gospel singer, Sinach shared this beautiful portrait of herself on her social media page. She captioned it:

Nothing but Your grace!!! #sponsoredbygrace #sinach #waymaker #beyourlovelyself #gratefulheart

See What Miley Cyrus did to those not voting Hillary Clinton

The musician sent a clear cut message to Donald Trump supporters. She wrote..

Good morning!!!! Kiss my ashtanga ass if you aren't voting for @hillaryclinton #imwithher #mydreamistodoyogawithHC

Presidency says judges must step down for trial

The Presidency is insisting that two Supreme Court Justices and four others must step aside ahead of their trial for alleged corruption, it was learnt last night.

It also faulted Chief Justice Mahmud Mohammed’s claim that the Judiciary had issues with the Department of State Services (DSS), not the Federal Government.

It was also learnt that the DSS refused to release the evidence against the judges under probe to the National Judicial Council (NJC) in order not to prejudice their trial.

Aww! Toyin Aimakhu shows off major cleavage in stunning outfit (Photos)

Actress Toyin Aimakhu is breaking a different game to her fashion life. The beautiful rocks the red outfit for the Three Thrones Concert in Lagos last night

Actress Stephanie Okereke marks son’s birthday with beautiful family photo

Nollywood Actress and mother of one, Stephanie Okereke Linus posted the above beautiful family photo to mark her son Maxwell’s first birthday.

Happy Birthday, Son!

Economy Recession: Dangote sacks 36 expatriates, 12 Nigerians

The current recession rocking the Nigerian economy has hit one of the biggest employers of labour in the country outside of the government as the Dangote Group, belonging to Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has fired 48 members of staff.

Punch gathered that those sacked were made up of 36 expatriate and 12 Nigerian workers from the group’s headquarters and one of the subsidiaries, Dangote Cement Plc.