President Adama Barrow asks ECOWAS to keep troops in the Gambia for 6-months

Gambian President Adama Barrow has requested that troops of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) should remain in his country for the next six months.

ECOWAS Commission President Marcel Alain de Souza, who revealed this yesterday in Abuja, said Barrow would go back to his country from Senegal as soon as it was convenient.

He said the regional body was doing everything possible to ensure that Barrow return to his country.

“He will go when he is sure that the country is safe for him,” de Souza said.

APC expels Senator John Akpanudoedeghe

A former Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Senator John Akpanudoedeghe, was expelled on Monday from All Progressives Congress (APC) by the Akwa Ibom State Executive Committee (SEC).

Some of his sins, according to the party, are: alleged “sponsorship of thugs and disgruntled elements on January 18, to attack, harass, intimidate and cause grievous bodily harm on workers and executive members of the party at the state secretariat located at 4 Atiku Abubarkar Avenue, Uyo, in contravention of Article 21 A (vii) of the party’s constitution.

NURTW, NACTOMORAS urge Buhari to revert to old pump price of N87 per litre

National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) and the National Commercial Tricycle and Motorcycle Owners & Riders Association (NACTOMORAS) have urged the Federal Government to revert to the old pump price of N87 per litre of petrol.

They reminded President Muhammadu Buhari that it was the grassroots people that voted him into power and hence he should feel their pains “or another time is coming”.

The associations while making presentations yesterday before the House of Representatives ad hoc committee on the review of the pump price of petrol, headed by Raphael Nnanna Igbokwe, said in spite of the increases in petrol pump price, the country has ended up with “bad roads, power failure, unemployment, poverty, as well as medical care deterioration and high inflation of essential commodities”.

First rain in Port Harcourt kills three, destroys home, telecom masts

Three persons were confirmed dead and several homes destroyed at Monday night’s rains in Port Harcourt, Rivers State capital.

The downpour, which was accompanied by a thunderstorm, also destroyed seven telecommunications masts and 25 advertising boards.

It was Garden City’s first rainfall in the year.

Buhari’s government is confused - Ezekwesili blows hot

Former Vice President of the World Bank for Africa, Dr. Obiageli Ezekwesili, has described the economic policies of the government as “confusing,” expressing regret that in spite of the confusion, the government remains “adamant.”

Ezekwesili, convener of the Bring Back Our Girls and former minister was speaking in the current edition of The Interview magazine.

Answering a question on the call for diversification, she said: “I am not a fan of the economic policies of this government so far; I feel it’s too tentative in making even the right policy decisions and even when it tries to make the right policy decisions, it has been in the breach. It has been very confusing.”

Photos: Governor Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom Slammed For Greeting A Traditional Ruler Like This

Governor Emmanuel Udom of Akwa Ibom state has been blasted by some Nigerians after greeting a First class ruler in the manner. The governor was pictured in a handshake with the Paramount Ruler of his Local Government Area(Onna) while putting one of his hands in his pocket.

Photos: Bosnian Man Claims To Magnet Items On His Body With 'Special Energy'

A Bosnian man claims he has an unusual ability to attach household items to his body as he radiates a 'special energy'. Nermin Halilagic, 38, from Bihac, says he can stick both metal and plastic objects to his skin without making any special preparation first.

And pictures have emerged appearing to show everyday items such as spoons, forks and knives being attached to his body.

Borno State: Suicide Bomber Attacks Residence Of CTJF Unit Chairman

A suicide bomber struck early this morning at the residence of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CTJF) unit chairman in Kaleri area of Borno state. According to the CTJF Coordinator, A.A Kalli, the chairman did not open as the bomber waited for a passerby before carrying out the mission.

Breaking: Governor Fayose Foils DSS Plan To Arrest Apostle Suleiman Over Herdsmen Comment (Photos)

Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, in the early morning on Wednesday, foiled an attempt by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) to arrest Apostle Johnson Suleiman of The Omega Fire Ministries World wide in Ado Ekiti. The Pastor recently ordered his church members to kill any Fulani herdsman they see.

The Pastor who was in Ado Ekiti for a two-day crusade that was also attended by Fayose was trailed to his hotel room by the operatives of the DSS, who almost forced their way to his room but were resisted by security men of the hotel that insisted to know their mission.

Oscars apologize for Amy Adams, Tom Hanks website flub

Amy Adams and Tom Hanks weren’t nominated for Oscars Tuesday morning — but the awards show’s official website led people to believe otherwise when they mistakenly posted a nominees list that included the two actors in the Best Actor and Best Actress categories.

The live-stream announcement said Ruth Negga was nominated in the Best Actress category for her performance in Loving, but, according to screengrabs, the website replaced her name with Adams, who starred in Best Picture nominee Arrival. The website also added Hanks to the Best Actor category for his role in Sully. Both Adams and Hanks have since been removed from the official list.

Aargh! Lady gave BF 800k to travel abroad ... Guy gets there block her on all social platform

According to this twitter user, his cousin was hospitalized after the boyfriend she loaned N800k to traveled abroad blocked her on social media when he got there.

Kirsten Dunst wears the same dress 13 years later

Imagine rocking a dress you wore 13 years ago.Incredible right? Actress Kirsten Dunst rocked this white dress she wore to the 2004 Vanity Fair Oscar Party to a Chopard event in Paris..Which suits her best?

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I am a child of grace - Toke Makinwa shares powerful message

Media personality and author, Toke Makinwa shared this lovely photo with a powerful message.

She wrote:

Kidnapped Turkish School Students, Teachers Regain Freedom

The five staff and three students of the Tulip International School, located in the Isheri area of Ogun State, who were abducted from their school premises by gunmen have been released. They were released on Tuesday evening after spending 11 days in captivity.

One of the parents told Channels Television that ransom worth millions was paid through a negotiator and the gunmen gave the assurance that the victims would be released.

Just Wow! Amazing story of how a couple met on Twitter ... This is worth you time 👇👇

This is so interesting, all guys should learn to appreciate their wife like this.

Twitter user, @naijageek took out time today to appreciate his wife on Twitter and also revealed they met on the social media platform when he barely had anything. 

Read the interesting story below:

Quilox club reacts to photos of Tonto Dikeh's husband & Rosaline Meurer clubbing together

Quilox club on the 16th of January uploaded photos of Tonto Dikeh's husband, Churchill and his alleged mistress, Rosaline on their Instagram page in their club.

The comment left by an Instagram user, and the fact that they posted the photos on the same day got people talking. Well, Quilox have come out to say they didn't club on the same day.

They posted the photo above and wrote;

Respect each other except she stole your man - Iheoma Nnadi advices ladies

The ex-MBGN queen who is rumoured to be pregnant for her footballer fiance Emmanuel Emenike, took to her Instagram page to pass this powerful message to ladies.

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Photo: Timaya becomes Hennessy Ambassador

Singer Timaya aka Sound Buoy, took to is social media page to announce that he has bag another endorsement. 

It is just January!!! Congratulations Egberipapa 1

Lol! Check out the 'erotic' chat between Pretty Mike and his Ex-girlfriend

Club owner, Pretty Mike just shared a private message he had with his ex-girlfriend who felt he shouldn't be using a feeding bottle when she is available.

'Our President is on Vacation' - Rugged Man writes

Rapper, Ruggedman took to his Instagram page to outline some things going on in the country while the president left for vacation.

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Trump Revives Pipeline Project Rejected by Obama

President Trump moved assertively on Tuesday to further dismantle his predecessor’s policies as he revived the Keystone XL pipeline that stirred years of debate over the balance between the nation’s energy needs and efforts to stem climate change.

Former President Barack Obama rejected the proposed 1,179-mile pipeline in 2015, arguing that it would undercut American leadership in curbing the reliance on carbon energy. Mr. Trump signed a document clearing the way to government approval of the pipeline as well as for the Dakota Access pipeline in North Dakota.

Igbos should have a go at the Presidency in 2019 - OBJ

Former president Olusegun Obasanjo has expressed his take on an Igbo president come 2019.

Obasanjo made this on Tuesday, January 24, 2017 while while playing host to the leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Ogun State chapter, at his Abeokuta Hilltop residence.

Throwing his weight behind the South-East geopolitical zone, Obasanjo reportedly said he thinks the South East should also have a go at the presidency in 2019 general elections.

Super Eagles Captain, Mikel Obi loses father-in-law

Captain of the Super Eagles John Mikel Obi is currently mourning the death of his father-in-law Diyanchecko.

Russian millionaire, Diyanchecko who is the father of Mikel’s wife Olga died after a long-term illness.

Mr Lover, Drake enjoys dinner with mystery woman in Amsterdam (Photos)

Drake may have been dating Jennifer Lopez since December, but he was spotted enjoying the company of another pretty brunette as he went for dinner at a Japanese restaurant in Amsterdam on Monday.

He seemed in good spirits as he chatted away with his female companion. See more photos below:

Young woman shares photos of her recovery along with an inspiring message

Connie Inglis shares this inspiring and honest post about how to love your body. She shared the photo above and wrote;

"January 23rd 2016- January 23rd 2017

President Buhari Confirms Magu As EFCC Chairman

President Muhammadu Buhari has written the Senate to reconsider and confirm Ibrahim Magu as the substantive chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC.

Senate President Bukola Saraki read Mr. Buhari’s letter notifying the lawmakers of the re-nomination on Tuesday, just after the Senate returned from an executive session.

Joleon Lescott signs for Sunderland until the end of the season

Sunderland have signed former England international Joleon Lescott on a short-term deal until the end of the season.

Lescott, 34, a two-time Premier League winner with Manchester City, had been a free agent since departing AEK Athens in November after less than three months at the club.

The Blacks Cats, however, have opted to sign the defender, who reunites with manager David Moyes, having played under him at Everton.

Nasarawa State | Government begins crackdown on open defecation

The Director of Public Health in the Nasarawa State Ministry of Health, Mr Ibrahim Alhassan, said on Tuesday that the ministry would sanction any resident caught engaging in open defecation.

Alhassan said that the ministry was collaborating with other agencies to enforce the law on open defecation.

He also said that the ministry would be more proactive in enforcing the law in order to promote personnel and environmental hygiene while preventing outbreak of diseases.

RCCG warns pastors and members against Ponzi schemes

The Redeemed Christian Church of God, RCCG, has warned its Pastors and members against using the church platform to participate in Ponzi schemes.

A memo issued by the General Secretary of the church, Pastor Johnson Odesola, to all Pastors in charge of regions and provinces, threatened disciplinary actions against defaulting members.

According to the memo, the doctrine of the church does not support get rich quick schemes.

See What They Did To This Man Who Stole Groundnut Oil

After pleading guilty to stealing, a 28-year-old man, Isamila Babalola was on Tuesday remanded in prison on the orders of an Ikeja Magistrates’ Court.

Babalola, of no fixed address, is standing trial on a one-count charge of stealing.

According to Prosecutor Eruada Victor, the accused committed the offence on Jan. 22 at the Sunday Market in Ogba, Lagos state.