Troops ‘destroy 80 illegal refineries’ in Niger Delta creeks

The Nigerian army says it has destroyed 80 illegal refineries in creeks in Bayelsa, Delta and Rivers states.

The raid was conducted through the Operation Delta Safe, spokesperson for the operation, Abubakar Abdullahi, said on Monday.

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES TUESDAY, 7TH MARCH.

TITLE: THE WORD OF HIS GRACE.

And now, brethren, I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up, and to give you an inheritance among all them which are sanctified (Acts 20:32).

Notice the opening verse doesn’t say, “And now, brethren, I commend you to God, and to the word of his judgment…”; or “…to the word of His anger…”; no! It says, “…I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace….” What is grace? It’s God’s loving-kindness, bestowing unconditional blessings and favours, even to the undeserving.

Say What | Woman uses mysterious power to steal bag of rice, beans in Kwara

A 27-year-old woman, identified as Kafayat Abdulsalam, who is said to possess mystical power to steal food, has been reportedly arrested by operatives of Kwara State Police Command.

The suspect was allegedly arrested with stolen bags of rice and beans among other food items she reportedly stole with mysterious powers.

GTbank Founder’s 8-year-old Daughter Sues Bank Over Father’s Shares

A Federal High Court in Lagos has adjourned till March 24, 2017, for hearing in the suit filed by Miss Oluwatise Aderinokun, the eight-year-old and last child of the late founder and former Managing Director of Guaranty Trust Bank Plc (GTB), Olutayo Aderinokun, against the bank and six others over alleged manipulation of her late father’s shares.

Other respondents in the legal battle are GTBank’s Registrar, Datamax Registrar Limited, Kanali Investments Limited, Day Waterman Company Limited, Caribod Investment Limited, Mr. Babatunwa Aderinokun, and Investment One Financial Services Limited.

Kelechi Iheanacho speaks on not playing enough under Guardiola

Manchester City forward, Kelechi Iheanacho has said that he is focused on training harder to get back into Pep Guardiola’s plans.

The Nigeria international was again left on the bench, as City defeated Sunderland 2-0 at the Stadium of Light on Sunday.

So China zoo actually disguised a dog and called it 'African Lion'

A Chinese zoo’s supposed “African lion” was exposed as a fraud when the dog used as a substitute started barking.

The zoo in the People’s Park of Luohe, in the central province of Henan, replaced exotic exhibits with common species, according to the state-run Beijing Youth Daily.

It quoted a customer surnamed Liu who wanted to show her son the different sounds animals made — but he pointed out that the animal in the cage labelled “African lion” was barking.

Mayor approves Chelsea £500m stadium plan

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, on Monday approved Chelsea’s plans to build a new £500m 60,000-seat stadium.

The Premier League leaders are planning to build the new area on the site where Stamford Bridge currently seats 41,361 fans.

Labour Party’s only Delta senator, decamps to APC

Ovie Omo-Agege, senator representing Delta central, on Tuesday defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Until his defection, Omo-Agege was in the Labour Party LP.

I will decide if to sell Alexis Sanchez or not - Arsene Wenger

Arsenal manager, Arsene Wenger, has said Alexis Sanchez cannot force his way out of the club this summer.

The Chile attacker is being targeted by Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus, after he was dropped for the trip to Liverpool last Saturday.

Alexis could be recalled for Tuesday’s Champions League clash against Bayern Munich, but Wenger says only the club can decide to sell or not.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic charged for violent conduct

Manchester United striker, Zlatan Ibrahimovic has been charged with alleged violent conduct by the Football Association, after he was caught on camera elbowing Bournemouth defender, Tyrone Mings, during their 1-1 draw on Saturday.

The two players clashed before half time, with Mings seen stamping on Ibrahimovic’s head, before the striker caught him moments later with his elbow.

VIDEO: I Am Quitting Music, I Have All I Need - Davido

Nigerian singer, Davido has announced he is quitting music. This won't be the first time the singer has made it known that he is ending is music career.

In a video he uploaded on Youtube yesterday, he bragged about his riches, saying, “Davido quits music! We no need am.

Lai Mohammed appoints King Sunny Ade ‘Change Begins With Me’ Ambassador

The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has appointed King Sunny Ade as an Ambassador of the National Re-Orientation Programme “Change Begins With Me.”

Speaking in Abuja on Monday when he received the music maestro on a courtesy visit to his office, the Minister described King Sunny Ade as an icon and a trailblazer, who has reigned in the music industry for over 50 years without blemish.

Oil deal exceeding expectations - OPEC

The Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) says the historic oil deal sealed in December is yielding more results that expected.

The Vienna-based oil cartel, said some countries party to the deal are cutting production levels below the points agreed at the December accord.

'Being different means you make the difference'- Justin Timberlake says after iHeartRadio Award

Justin Timberlake said this when he spoke at the iHeartRadio Music Awards where he bagged the Song of the Year award for his song, 'Cant stop the feel'. 

He said:

President Buhari inherited a bad situation but made it worse - Oby Ezekwesili backs Soludo

Oby Ezekwesili has backed former CBN governor, Charles Soludo, who, last week, said  President Buhari inherited a bad situation but made it worse. Soludo said this when he spoke at the ‘Big Ideas Podium’, a public policy debate organised by the Afri Heritage Institution in Enugu.

Watch Video: 'The leaked photos are photoshopped, this is just cheap blackmail' - Apostle Suleman's wife speaks

Following the sex scandal trailing controversial man of God, Apostle Suleman, his wife of 19 years Mrs Lizzy Johnson Suleman has released a video speaking in defense of her husband. According to her, the leaked photos are fake, saying she knows her husband very well and he has never been an adulterous man. According to Dr Lizzy, her marriage is the main target, and her husband's allegations are politically motivated. 

Watch the video👇👇👇

Betty Irabor recounts her traumatizing experience with a 'vicious' nurse

As countries all over the world prepare to observe the International Women's Day tomorrow, publisher of Genevieve Magazine, Betty Irabor took to her Instagram to recount her experience with a rude and vicious nurse after her painful and heartbreaking stillbirth.

"Is this your first pregnancy?"The nurse in green uniform asked me as she looked at the screen of the scan machine.

Maje Ayida has never seen our son in person' - Babymama Crystal cry out

First baby mama of Maje Ayida, who is currently embroiled in a legal battle with estranged wife Toke Makinwa, told Linda Ikeji in an Interview that the 44-year-old fitness trainer has never met their son, Ajani, in person. "He has never seen Ajani in person, but that's another story" Crystal Cunningham told us.

When asked about the nature of her relationship with Maje, she said:

Acting President Yemi Osinbajo is not a ‘Nigerian’ By Emmanuel Ufuophu-Biri

After watching the Acting President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo in Benin City, Edo State, on TV live during his fact-finding meeting with the good people of Edo state, I realized that he is totally not a Nigerian. He listened to all speakers with rapt attention and concentrated interest.

One could see him practically and personally experiencing the pains of the abandoned and abused people of the Niger Delta. Even when there was a mini riot in the hall he remained calmed and probably prayerful as an ordained man of God.

OAP Freeze comments on Stephanie Otobo's video cam chats with Apostle Suleman

As shared by OAP Freeze:

"This lady must definitely be the Queen of photoshop!

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See how she photoshopped his picture, photoshopped that sweet totori smile onto his face, photoshopped the earphones into his ears, photoshopped her mammary glands into the picture, along with the sweet seductive smile on her face and even photoshopped you that are looking at the picture!

Court rule out Apostle Suleiman’s application to remand alleged ex-Lover Stephanie Otobo in prison custody

Justice Kikelomo Bukola Ayeye, the chief magistrate of the Lagos State Magistrate Court in Tinubu, has denied a request to remand one Wisdom Godstime and Stephanie Otobo, a lady in an explosive case who claims to have had an affair with Apostle Johnson Suleiman, founder of Omega Fire Ministry Worldwide.

The judge ruled that there is no substantial evidence to deny Stephanie her fundamental right to freedom, and hence granted her bail on liberal terms.

Gay Activist, Bisi Alimi blasts Apostle Suleman over sex scandal

Nigerian gay rights activist and political commentator, Bisi Alimi just fired shots at Apostle Johnson Suleman who has been in the news lately over an alleged sex scandal involving him and one miss Otabo.

Bisi took to his Instagram handle in bitter words and wrote:

Lovely Photo of Dream Kardashian

Rob Kardashian shared the photo and wrote; "Drool on my baby lol ,,, Look how long her eyelashes are 😍😍 I will never say no this Woman lol 😩😭😇🕺🏽🕺🏽🕺🏽🕺🏽🕺🏽🕺🏽🕺🏽🕺🏽"

AOP Freeze reacts to Apostle Suleman and Stephanie Otabo's sex scandal

AOP Freeze has reacted to the saga between Apostle Suleiman and Ms Stephanie Otabo. Well, his reply didn't fall short of what we expect from a man who is known for attacking rich and famous pastors.

Quoting the bible, he says 

Hurray! Veteran actor, Pete Edochie turns 70 today (Photos)

Happy Birthday to this Legendary Actor!

Veteran actor, Pete Edochie is a year older today, he was born on 7 March 1947 in Enugu, Nigeria.

Edochie is considered one of Africa’s most talented actors, by both Movie Awards and Movie Magic’s Africa Magic Cable network.

Agitators for Nigeria's separation forget it, not in this era, not in this millennium - Buratai

The Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai, on Monday advised those bent on destabilising the country to refrain from their acts.

Mr. Buratai, a Lieutenant General, gave the advice after he received the “Millennium Hero’’ award conferred on him by a coalition of over 80 Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) at the Army Headquarters, Abuja.

Annie Idibia gushes about Olu Jacob and Joke Silva's marriage

Nollywood actress and wife to Nigeria music veteran, 2face took to her Instagram to gush about legendary actor, Olu Jacob, and wife, Joke Silva's marriage which most celebrities always look up to.

She shared the above photo and wrote;

So sad! Truck crushes JSS 2 female student sent out of school over fees in Anambra (Graphic Photos)

A female student of Community Secondary School, Adazi-Ani in Anaocha Local Government Area of Anambra State who was sent out of school for not paying school fees was on Monday crushed to death by a truck.

The truck said to belong to a soft drink company was said to have lost control as a result of brake failure.

Actress Yvonne Jegede's husband proudly show off his wife's derriere (Photos)

Yvonne Jegede's husband, Olakunle 'Abounce' Fawole took to his Instagram to show off his assets ie. his wife backside.

Davido shares rare childhood photo of himself

Such a cutie!