Breaking!!! CBN and NCC Save Etisalat Over N541.8billion Loan

The Central Bank of Nigerian and the National Communications Commission have come to the aid of Etisalat Nigeria following reports of a loan facility.

Following the report that some foreign and Nigerian banks, including Guaranty Trust Bank, Access Bank and Zenith Bank are set to take over mobile operator, Etisalat over a loan facility totalling $1.72 billion (about N541.8 billion) obtained in 2015, the Central Bank of Nigeria and Nigerian Communications Commission have intervened in order not to put over 20 million subscribers of Etisalat at risk.

Mark Zuckerberg and wife expecting another baby ... A girl!

Mark Zuckerberg has announced his wife's latest pregnancy with a touching Facebook post which says "We didn't know we could have another child."

Heartless lady allegedly pours acid on her ex-boyfriend in Uyo, Akwa Ibom (Photos)

A lady has allegedly poured a content suspected to be acid on her ex-boyfriend in Uyo the capital of Akwa Ibom.

As shared by Facebook user Nse-Abasi Odiong Odiong, he wrote "Iniubong, 24, an indigene of Ikot Ntuen Oku, Uyo, who resides at Akpan Essien Street, in uyo has been bath with an acid by his Ex-girlfriend, Lucy Daniel, 26, at about 1:00am on Tuesday.

Italy Government proposes 100,000 euro flat tax to draw foreigners

Italy on Wednesday introduced a flat tax for wealthy foreigners in a bid to compete with similar incentives offered in Britain and Spain, which have successfully attracted a slew of rich footballers and entertainers.

The new flat rate tax of 100,000 euro ($105,000) a year will apply to all worldwide income for foreigners who declare Italy to be their residency for tax purposes.

The measure, proposed in Italy's 2017 budget, is expected to immediately draw in at least a thousand people, according to local media.

Amal Clooney shows off her baby bump

Human Rights lawyer and George Clooney's wife, 39-year-old Amal Clooney who is pregnant with twins put her baby bump on display as she headed into the United Nations HQ in New York City on Wednesday.

Unknown armed men dressed in medical uniforms storm military hospital, kill 30 and injured 50 people

Dawlat Waziri, spokesman for the Afghan Ministry of Defense confirms that more than 30 people were killed and more than 50 injured today when attackers dressed in medical uniforms stormed a military hospital in Kabul, Afghanistan.

This is Strange! Has anyone seen two yolks in one egg before?

Makeup artist, Banke Meshida found two yolks in one egg few days ago. I am not sure I have seen something like this before. 

She wrote:

Husband and wife goes missing in Abuja

Japheth Kwanduno and his wife Lydia Kwanduno are missing. The couple had gone to church in ECWA, Gwarimpa Estate, Abuja and were seen leaving the church at about 7:30 p.m. yesterday but they did not make it home.

According to a family source who spoke with LIB, the parents went out in a black Toyota Corolla. When they were not home at the expected time, their children called and when there was no reply, they decided to get the authorities involved.

Man United defender Marcos Rojo breaks down in tears after learning that his cousin was shot by ex-policeman in Argentina

Manchester United and Argentina defender, Marcos Rojo was pictured trying to hold back tears at the Manchester airport after hearing that his cousin was shot dead by an ex-policeman whom he tried to rob. According to reports in Argentina, Geronimo Rojo, 17, died in hospital early Tuesday morning after he was shot by a man, who was later revealed as an ex-policeman - he allegedly tried to rob at gunpoint. 

Tonto Dikeh's husband and side chick Rosaline Meurer disable Instagram comments

After Tonto Dikeh openly revealed Rosaline Meurer is involved with her husband, the upcoming actress has disabled her Instagram comments to avoid the wrath of angry fans.Churchill has also disabled his own comments.

Miraculous! Construction worker in China survives after being impaled in the head by a 5ft steel rod (Photos)

In what can be described as nothing less than a lucky escape or a miracle, a 41yr old construction worker in China survived, after a 5ft steel rod got lodged in his head while he was at work. Doctors managed to remove the rod and saved the man known as Wang Long after a four-hour-long surgical operation. The accident occurred in Chongqing on February 27 when the worker tried to loosen up a concrete slab while at work.

28 female inmates escape Brazilian jail after seducing & drugging prison wardens (Photos)

Twenty-eight inmates escaped from a Brazilian jail after three women in fantasy police costumes "seduced" prison wardens, it was reported today.

Police found three wardens naked and handcuffed inside the Nova Mutum public jail, near Cuiaba, central Brazil, the morning after the mass break-out.

According to Daily Mirror, the women reportedly drugged the prison guards by giving them spiked whiskey after convincing them to take part in an orgy, according to investigators.

Tonto Dikeh breaks down in tears, in a tell-all interview about her failed marriage

Tonto Dikeh has opened up on her marital breakdown admitting Rosaline Meurer is responsible for the breakdown of her marriage, she also shared a proof of domestic abuse.

Speaking to Mediahub TV, she said she knows her husband and Rosy are in love as she has pictures of them on vacation abroad while he has never done that for her. She also says he bought Rosaline the car she posted on Instagram.

VIDEO: Lionel Messi Mobbed By Barcelona Fans After Incredible Champions League Comeback

After a wonderful night for Barcelona which saw the biggest comeback in football history, Lionel Messi probably just wanted to get home and take stock of what the hell just happened. The Catalans star was mobbed by excited fans as he tried to drive away from the Camp Nou on Wednesday night following Barcelona's stunning comeback against PSG.

Check out this throwback photo of Comedienne Helen Paul and husband

Comedienne Helen Paul shared the throwback photo with her husband, Femi Bamisile 10 years ago. The couple got married in 2010 and are blessed with 2 kids.

Banks Not Obeying New Directives Of Forex For Students

It seems FCMB has not yet obeyed the new Forex policy directives issued by the Federal Government recently.

A blog reader shared her experience with SDK blog ... Below is what was posted:

Government should make it easier for people to adopt babies legitimately

LOOKING at the rise of baby factories in Nigeria, are there no laws against such acts?

The challenge we have with our law is that the process for adoption is very difficult. We have a very complicated process of adoption so people tend to prefer the child buying arrangement. I can understand why the government is very cautious in making these rules for adoption because of the type of society we live in. I believe we have a proliferation of baby factories because of our tough process of adoption. As long as the legal process of adoption is stressful, the black market will thrive. In finding solution to this, the government needs to relax the styles for adoption.

Alleged Fraud: No payment made to Orji Uzor Kalu from government account — Witness

An Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC witness, Onovah Ogonevoh, yesterday, told a Federal High Court sitting in Lagos that no payment was made to the former Abia State governor, Dr. Orji Kalu, from Government House account between 2002 and 2005.

Trial judge in the matter is Justice Mohammed Idris.

Group Tells Adebanjo, Count Niger Delta out of your Oduduwa Republic

Foundation For Human Rights and Anti-Corruption Crusade, (FHRACC), has warned a Yoruba leader, Ayo Adebanjo, to count out Niger Delta communities out of the proposed Oduduwa republic.

Alaowei Cleric, its National President, in a statement yesterday stated that the group had seen a map showing the Yoruba territories proposed to form Oduduwa Republic.

Peace Corps slams N2bn suit against Police, DSS, AGF, over alleged unlawful arre‎st

The Peace Corps of Nigeria (PCN), has slammed a N2bn suit against the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Inspector General of Police (IGP) and the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), over the arrest and detention of its National Commandant, Amb (Dr.) Dickson Akoh and 49 others.

The security agencies had on Tuesday, last week, raided the new National Headquarters of the Corps, arresting the National Commandant and 49 others, while about 6 were brutally wounded and hospitalised.

Former #BBNaija Housemates Kemeni, finally apologises to Tboss

Former Big Brother Naija #BBNaija housemates, Ekemini Ekerete aka Kemeni recently disqualified from ongoing TV reality series for sexual misconduct has apologised for his action.

He was caught on camera touching fellow housemate Tboss while she was asleep.

Kemen on Wednesday took to his Instagram handle @Kemen_Fitness, to tender his apology to Tboss, the organisers of the show and Payporte.

Acting President, Osinbajo orders release of N1.6bn loan for women

The Federal Government has authorized the release of N1.6 billion for the National Women’s Empowerment Fund.

Acting President Yemi Osinbajo said this Wednesday on the occasion of the 2017 International Women’s Day.

Osinbajo said the present administration was committed to protecting all women from all forms of gender-based violence, especially those living “where the security situation is difficult and living conditions are challenging.”

Support my government - Okorocha pleads with NBA

Governor Rochas Okorocha of Imo State, yesterday, pleaded with the Owerri branch of the Nigeria Bar Association, NBA, to identify with his administration’s policies and programmes.

Okorocha stated this in Owerri, through the state’s Attorney General/Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Miletus Nlemadim, during the 2017 law week organized by the Owerri branch of NBA.

Nlemadim called on the NBA, to key into the ideas of the rescue mission agenda of Okorocha, to move the state forward.

Your 60th birthday comes at a momentous time - Tinubu to Osinbajo

The All Progressives Congress, APC, National Leader, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, has congratulated the Acting President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, on his 60th birthday, saying his birthday has come at a momentous time this year.

FG frustrating plans to reconstruct Oshodi-Airport road – Ambode

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode yesterday said his administration’s plan to carry out a total reconstruction of the International Airport Road from Oshodi was being frustrated by the Federal Ministry of Works.

Governor Ambode, who spoke to Government House Correspondents at the Lagos House, shortly after carrying out an extensive inspection of some critical projects in the state, said the present state of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport Road was a national disgrace and required immediate attention to salvage the nation’s image.

Catholic Priest & Nigeria Islamic Cleric Embrace To Promote Peace and Love

The Catholic Church is known for working towards world peace and harmonious relationship. This is a good step in the right direction. Read below as shared by Halima:

Ghanaian Police arrest 43 drug peddlers during massive raid

Police at Achimota in Ghana have arrested 43 drug peddlers who are suspected to be perpetrating robbery activities in the area. The suspects, 40 of whom are men and 3 women,  were caught during a raid on Saturday in the ghettos and slums located in the community.

Leicester city confirm Craig Shakespeare as head coach till end of season

Leicester City football club of England, the defending champions of England have announced Craig Shakespeare, assistant coach turned caretaker manager, as its new head coach till the season's end.

Following the much criticized sacking of Claudio Ranieri who helped the club to its first premier league title, the club apppointed Shakespeare as its caretaker manager, but following wins over Liverpool and Hull city- he's now been given the permanent role of manager till the season's end.

Who do you think is the mom and daughter in this photo?

The above photo of is that of Nollywood actress, Rachel Okonkwo, and her young mom ... You could hardly differentiate who is the mom and the daughter, Wow!

Actress Bukky Wright looking STUNNING on the cover of House of Maliq March edition

Actress Bukky Wright looked amazing on the covers of House of Maliq Magazine. She was featured in the March 2017 edition. 

More photos below: