ASUU strike: FG, Union meeting ends in deadlock

The Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) on Monday failed to reach final agreement on issues surrounding the threat by the union to call an all-out strike.

The union had on Wednesday embarked on a warning strike following the failure of the government to implement an agreement reached between the two parties in 2009.

The Senate, at a plenary on Tuesday, authorised it’s President to intervene and avert a possible worsening of the situation.

Minister Says Buhari Will Present 2017 Budget Before Year Runs Out

The Minister of State for Budget and Planning, Zainab Ahmed, says the Executive Arm of Government may complete work on the 2017 budget proposal in the next two weeks.

The minister gave the indication that the budget would be sent to the National Assembly before the end of the year after an interactive meeting with a Joint Committee on Appropriation in the National Assembly.

She said work on the document was at an advanced state and would soon be ready for submission to the National Assembly.

NYSC Call-Up Letter Now Printable Online As Camp Opens On Thursday

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), has announced that prospective corps members, can now go online to print their call-up letters for the 2016 Batch B Stream 1 orientation course.

In a post via Twitter on Monday, the NYSC also released the camp registration process.

Federal Government plans to wipe us out – Shiite

The leadership of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria has accused the Federal Government of plotting to wipe out the group from the country.

At an emergency press briefing held in Kano, Abdulhamid Bello, Head of Martyr foundation of the IMN, maintained that the Ashura procession had ended peacefully before the security agents attacked the Shiite members in Kano.

According to him, President Muhammad Buhari had neither intervened nor sympathised with the group since the face off with police men in Kano.

Kanye West hospitalized for “psychiatric evaluation”

Rapper Kanye West has been hospitalized after abruptly canceling his tour on Monday.

According to the NBC, his hospitalization was prompted by a disturbance call to the Los Angeles police department.

His hospitalization follows days after he ranted about how he would have voted for Donald Trump during the US Presidential elections.

Fake doctor arrested after 11 years' practice (Photo)

An alleged quack doctor, Celestine Yolonfun, has been arrested in the Apapa area of Lagos state after a pregnant woman, who was due for delivery, allegedly died in his hospital, and her husband reported the doctor to the police.

32-year-old Yolonfun had been practicing as a doctor since 2005 after he dropped out of a nursing school in the Benin Republic.

IMANSE: ‘Original Somebody’

Fast rising songstress, Imanse, is getting a lot of attention from the Nigerian music industry with her eccentric, bold and fierce sound. 

Many music reviewers admit falling in love with her music the first time they heard it… she is unmistakably original. A fuse of Afrobeat, Pop, R&B and Soul music that takes us back to the good old days of sweet melody and great hooks.

Kenya curvy socialite, Corazon Kwamboka called to Bar (Photos)

Nairobi socialite and lawyer, Corazon Kwamboka has been admitted to the Roll of Advocates at the Supreme Court of Kenya today. The curvaceous model was admitted alongside 124 lawyers.

The excited Corazon took to her IG to post a series of photos in her lawyer’s gown and wig. 

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A Message to President Muhammadu Buhari and Former President Jonathan by Reno Omokri

Dear Presidents,

To know if anyone is loyal to you, withdraw the benefit they enjoy from you. If their loyalty fades, then they were loyal to your benefits and not to you. President Buhari should learn from former President Jonathan. Look at those aides, appointees and ambassadors who professed undying love for President Jonathan.

10 killed in latest communal clash in Cross River State (Graphic Photos)

At least 10 people have been killed in communal clashes between Usumutong and Ediba communities in Abi Local Government Area of Cross River State. Scores from both communities also sustained serious injuries.

According to Thisday, an eyewitness said the trouble started on Friday, November 19th, following an allegation that youths from Ediba had gone to a land in dispute between both communities when a funeral ceremony was ongoing in Usumutong.

Police deny '7-year-old' thief was burnt to death at Alafia says "it did not happen in Lagos"

The Lagos state police command has denied claims that the incident of jungle justice where a suspected young thief was burnt to death on Saturday, November 12th, happened in Lagos. Recall that a video surfaced online last week showing what many presumed to be a 7-year-old boy being burnt to death for allegedly stealing food items.

President Buhari's daughter Zahra set to wed this Billionaire's son (See Details)

Zahra, daughter of President Muhammadu and Aisha Buhari, will be getting married in December 2016 to Ahmed, one of the sons of Billionaire oil mogul, Mohammed Indimi according to exclusive report from Linda Ikeji.

The Introduction between both families held at the Aso Villa, Abuja on Friday, Nov 18th, 2016. It was a small but eventful ceremony. Our source confirmed that the President and Billionaire oil mogul have been very good friends with a lot of history between them and are pleased with the union of their children.

Irish novelist William Trevor dies at age 88

Irish novelist and playwright William Trevor, a master of short stories that often explored life's disappointments, has died at the age of 88 in his adopted English home, his publisher announced Monday.

Pope extends power to forgive abortion to all priests

Pope Francis on Monday allowed all Roman Catholic priests the power to forgive abortion, a power previously reserved for bishops or special confessors.

Francis, who has made a more inclusive and forgiving church a characteristic of his papacy, made the announcement in a document known as an "apostolic letter" after Sunday's close of the Catholic Church's "Holy Year of Mercy".

Ebonyi State | See The "Miracle" Performed By A Pastor That's Causing Heated Debate (Photos)

There has been a serious debate about the miracle performed by Bishop Dr Sam Zuga. He allegedly turned hot water into cold water in Onica local government of Ebonyi state. 

According to a witness who shared this, the Igwe of the community and other people from the crowd tested to confirm the "miracle"

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Check out Gigi Hadid Seven Outfits During the American Music Awards (Photos)

Gigi Hadid rocks seven different outfits for the occasion with each one better than the last. Click through for every ensemble from a fiery red Atelier Versace gown to a custom glitter jumpsuit.

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Kanye West Cancels His Remaining Saint Pablo Tour Dates (See Why)

Kanye West has canceled ALL of his remaining Saint Pablo Tour dates throughout the rest of the year.

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Aww! Best man takes the center stage at friend's wedding after proposing to his girlfriend (Photos)

A best man decided to get serious as he stole the show at his friend's wedding over the weekend by proposing to his sweetheart in front of the surprised guests. And of course, the shocked lady accepted his proposal and said YES to him.

Congratulations, they are next in line!!!

Court Sets Man Free From Death Sentence For This Reason (READ)

The Court of Appeal has upturned a judgment of a Federal High Court in Ogun State, which sentenced one Mr. Akeem Jimoh to death for armed robbery. The appellate court set aside the judgment of the trial court on the ground that Jimoh was not giving a fair hearing before the court reached its conclusion to convict and sentenced him for armed robbery.

The court held that the state cannot be the prosecutor and at the same time be the defense in a criminal trial.

OMG! See what ISIS Suicide Bombers DID before Exploding Themselves (Photos)

The Islamic State terrorist group has released a footage "The Grandsons Of Al-Baraa" featuring it's suicide bombers in Iraq. The fighters can be seen hugging themselves in an excited mood before killing themselves and others. 

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Fake Soldier Busted While Trying To Sell Stolen Phone In Bauchi State (Photos)

33 Artillery Brigade soldiers captured a fake soldier identified as Adam Alexander in Bauchi state. The 22-year-old boy from Maiduguri, Borno State was arrested on Friday, when he was trying to sell a stolen phone Samsung Galaxy Note 5 for N70,000, according to the deputy director of the media, the army, Captain Sunday Akinkunmi. 

Captain Akinkunmi added the young man was arrested in the Wunti market wearing a fake camouflage.

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Photos: Protesters go semi-nude to demonstrate in front of Trump Tower

The anti-Trump sentiments show no sign of abating, Today, approximately 100 people stripped semi-naked and marched from Union Square in Manhattan to demonstrate in front of Trump Tower.

The demonstration began at Union Square and made it's way north in protest of Trump's proposed policies. Before the march began, a makeup artist painted blood and fake wounds on the bodies of the protesters.

Gospel Singer, Frank Edwards unveiled as Online Shopping Mall Ambassador

Award winning gospel artist, Frank Edwards has been unveiled as the new brand ambassador of Yudala. The online marketplace took to their social media page to make the announce and Frank also posted the news on his platform.

Congratulations Frank Edwards!

Wahala! Groom's Secret Lover Shows Up To His Wedding Dress Like The Bride (VIDEO)

A spurned girlfriend stormed into the wedding of a couple in Ghana... As the couple prepared to tie the knot, the disgruntled secret lover of the groom stormed in and gatecrashed the ceremony.

A video of the moment captures the stunned crowd shouting and cheering as the woman – clad in a wedding dress of her own - snatched the microphone and addressed the room. 

See what ISIS did to a 100-year-old Cleric for allegedly practicing witchcraft in Egypt (Graphic Photos)

ISIS militants have beheaded a 100-year-old cleric - after accusing him of practicing witchcraft. The frail prisoner, named as Sufi cleric Sheikh Sulaiman Abu Haraz, was dragged to an executioner's block in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula. 

Shocking images show a masked jihadist dressed in black using a long sword to carry out the beheading in front of a crowd of extremists.

Dangote Truck Destroys Street Light In Mushin Area Of Lagos (Photos)

A Dangote truck rammed into a street light at Agege motor road, by challenge bus stop, in Mushin area of Lagos. Officials of the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency LASEMA arrived the scene to remove the vehicle. 

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Veteran Trekker Set To Trek From Nigeria To The UK (Photos)

A 43-year-old trekker, Abubakar Duduwale, yesterday morning began his mission to trek from Nigeria, starting in Kaduna, to the United Kingdom. Abubakar, a Chamba by tribe who hails from Yola North Local Government Area of Adamawa State, said he wished to raise awareness on terrorism and its effect on lives and properties of the people directly affected.

“I mean to pass the message that terrorism is evil and must be stopped,” he said.

He explained that his journey which started yesterday from Kaduna around 8:00am would lead him to Niger State from where he would move to Abuja and then to the United Kingdom.

Supreme Court Justice, Sylvester Nguta Arraigned For Alleged Fraud (Photos)

The Federal Government on Monday arraigned a Supreme Court justice, Sylvester Nguta, at the Federal High Court, Abuja, for alleged fraud.Mr. Nguta was arraigned before Justice John Tsoho. He is among seven judges arrested by operatives of the State Security Service on October 8, after a midnight raid on their homes.

After pleading not guilty to the 15-count charge, the judge’s lawyer, Kanu Agabi, prayed the court to admit his client on bail.

OMG! Father Of Two Commits Suicide On The Eve Of His Wedding In Lagos

A 28-year-old man has committed suicide in Mushin, Lagos, on the eve of his wedding. Shakiru, popularly called Jarule, was found hanging from the ceiling of his 56, Oduduwa Street, Mushin home.

Relatives told The Nation yesterday that the father of two was being expected in Osogbo, the Osun State capital, on Saturday for the event. Shakiru was said to have sent a suicide message to his sister, Mariam, which reads: “I’m sorry. Forgive me.”

Mariam had reportedly insisted on his arriving early for the event on noticing his attitude of late. But when the message came in around 6:30pm, she did not read it immediately. When she did, she tried to reach some of his friends, but all to no avail. She then got their elder sister who lives near him to go and find out what was happening. His sister found his room locked from inside indicating that he was at home.

Photos: Emergency Officials Distribute Relief Materials To Accident Victims at Hospital in Minna

NEMA, in collaboration with FRSC, Niger state visited the General hospital Minna to identify with victims of a road accident in commemoration of Road Accident Victims day. The team was led by Asst. Head Mr. Abdulrazaq Musa. Some relief materials were distributed to the affected persons. 

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