Barcelona defender Thomas Vermaelen joins Roma on initial loan

Barcelona has confirmed that defender Thomas Vermaelen has completed a move to Roma on an initial loan for the forthcoming season.

The Serie A club will have the option to sign the 30-year-old on a permanent basis next summer.

Putin, Erdogan bury the hatchets

Ankara’s downing of a Russian war plane over the Syrian border last November prompted rapid retaliation from Moscow and a bitter war of words between presidents Vladimir Putin and Recep Tayyip Erdogan from which there appeared no going back.

But just half a year on Russia has accepted Ankara’s expressions of regret over the incident and Erdogan will meet Putin in Saint Petersburg on Tuesday for their first summit since the crisis erupted, in the hope of reviving the relationship.

Arsene Wenger ‘scared’ of retirement

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has admitted he’s “scared” of retirement as he enters the final year of his contract with his future uncertain, and insists that he must treat the club’s money like it was his own in the transfer market.

Wenger, 66, who will celebrate his 20th anniversary at the club in October, told former Charlton and West Ham manager Alan Curbishley in a new book that he fears he won’t be able to fill the emptiness that being away from the game would cause in his life.

PDP Crisis | BoT moves to reconcile Sheriff, Makarfi camps

In a last minute effort of save the upcoming national convention of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the party’s Board of Trustees (BoT) has put set up a reconciliatory committee.

The 18-member committee, chaired by a former Minister of Information, Prof. Jerry Gana, is to reconcile the Ali Modu Sheriff camp with the Ahmed Makarfi led Caretaker Committee.

Inaugurating the committee in Abuja on Monday, chairman of the BoT, Senator Walid Jibrin, said the trustees would not sit by and watch the party destroyed by the lingering leadership crisis.

Shehu Sani laments that Nigerians are facing poverty, hunger

Senator Shehu Sani has said that Nigerians were facing serious hunger and poverty and could barely meet their basic needs.

Sani, who represents Kaduna Central Senatorial District in the senate, stated this on Sunday at the launching of his interactive forum in Nasarawa, a suburb of Kaduna metropolis.

Addressing residents of the area during the interaction tagged “Street Parliament” , Sani said: “We know that Nigerians are facing hunger, no money for school fees and no jobs.”

Militants dressed in white mourning kill three soldiers, steal two gunboats in Bayelsa

Militants disguised in white mourning outfits have killed three soldiers at a checkpoint located in Nembe waterways, Nembe, Bayelsa State today August 8th. After the gun battle, the militants stole two gunboats.

Lol! See how a shirtless Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau photobombs a wedding

Marnie Recker Photography

Canada's Prime Minister accidentally "photobombed" a wedding in Tofino, British Columbia. Justin Trudeau made an appearance in the background of this photo taken by photographer Marnie Recker.

The minister, who was on vacation with his family at the time was about to leave the beach when the bride and groom made their appearance. 

WTH | See the galling Dress this Lady Wore to an Event ...

Fashion or Madness? Since this photo emerged online it has set tongues wagging and asking if at all the lady is mentally balanced . Well, social media users have not taken it lightly with her.

Abia State | Vigilante group in Ohafia captures Pastor allegedly behind car-snatching syndicate

According to the Facebook user Airo Brown, who shared these photos yesterday, a pastor allegedly behind all the missing cars in Ohafia, Abia State was captured by the vigilant group in the community. The photos show the plate numbers of some of the recovered vehicles.

Gang of youths in London attack police officers, what the Police did next will SHOCK you (VIDEO)

Shocking footage has emerged showing some young men in East London attack Metropolitan police who pulled over their car in Shadwell, Tower Hamlets. The video uploaded to YouTube by Police shows the men surround the police officers, who are restraining two of their friends.

Eventually, a fight breaks out between the young men and police officers and an officer is pulled to the floor during the fracas before he calls for backup.

Jimoh Ibrahim denies owning a Twitter handle

The billionaire businessman has denied owning a Twitter handle

This is to inform the general public, our followers and good people of Ondo state that our candidate and the sole one for PDP in Ondo state as at today Dr. Jimoh Ibrahim CFR have never operated a Facebook account nor a twitter page. His an international business man and politician so he may not have enough time to waste on such platform.

EFCC releases statement on arrest of political blogger, Abubakar Sidiq Usman

Political blogger, Abubakar Sidiq Usman of Abusidiqu.com was this morning arrested by anti-graft agency EFCC. This was allegedly in connection with an article titled "EFCC Boss, Magu Commences Total War With Core EFCC Staff" on his website. EFCC has now released a statement, confirming the arrest and explaining why. 

The statement read;

Cristiano Ronaldo shares photos of his cute son test driving his new Bugatti (photos)

Footballer Cristiano Ronaldo shared photos on Instagram of his son Cristiano Jr test riding his new Bugatti ride worth about £2m. He also shared photos of him and his son waking up from bed. The footballer has been on holiday with friends and family following a hardworking and trophy-laden season.

Mikel, others begged Siasia not to quit despite '5 months unpaid Salary'

Chelsea star, Mikel Obi and other members of the Olympics football team have reportedly stopped Coach, Samson Siasia from quitting after their victory over Sweden, Sunday night.

According to AfricanFootball.com, a top source in the team said, “Siasia wanted to quit his post after the win over Sweden, but the players led by Mikel begged him to rescind his decision.”

See the Hilarious 10 rules a girl wrote for her boyfriend who was travelling solo on holidays

An 18-year-old man accused his girlfriend of 'taking psychoness to a new level' after she wrote up a 10-step 'rulebook' before he jetted off on a lads holiday to Magaluf . 

Federal Government sues Turkish Airline over violation of CPC law

The Federal Government has dragged the Turkish Airlines before a Federal High Court, Abuja, over alleged violation of the Consumer Protection Council (CPC) law and impunity.

A statement signed by CPC, said the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), filed a three-count charge against the airline and two of its principal officers, Liker Ayci and Rasak Shobowale, the airline’s Board Chairman and Commercial Manager respectively before Federal High Court 11 in Abuja.

Guys! She long to be a good wife but can’t find anyone to marry me

I’m 30. I’m a nice person. All I have ever dreamed of is being married. I know I would make the perfect wife. I’m not jealous, I’m not a pushover, yet I would devote myself to making sure my husband is happy.

Federal Government increased fees of Unity Schools from N20k to N75k - Parents Laments

Parents who have children in Federal government owned schools (Unity schools) are complaining at the sudden increase in schools fees. A circular sent to the parents on June 1st stated that fees have been increased from N20,000 to N75,000, that is about 375% increment.

At the end of its National Excutive meeting yesterday August 7th, the president of the National Parents and Teachers Association of the Federal Government Colleges, Gabriel Nnaji, said it is untimely and insensitive of FG to increase fees in this period of economic hardship.

Abubakar Sidiq Usman a Renowned Political blogger allegedly arrested by EFCC over a post he made about them

According to multiple sources, popular political blogger, Abubakar Sidiq Usman of Abusidiqu.com was this morning arrested allegedly by EFCC for making a post about the anti-graft agency.

Wow! Joke Silva stuns as she steps out with her son, Gbenga Jacobs

Legendary Nigerian actress Joke Silva attended the ongoing MTN Project Fame West Africa, yesterday night with her son Gbenga Jacobs. 

The producer, who is one of the Faculty members and principal of the popular reality/talent TV show, looked amazing in a figure-hugging Levictoria Alice dress.

#Rio2016: Dutch cyclist Annemiek sustained three cracks in spine after a bizarre accident (Photos)

Annemiek van Vleuten, a female Dutch Cyclist at the Rio Olympics is in intensive care after she lost control ten kilometres from the finish line in a race that she was leading and flew head over heels, smacking her head into the concrete gutter by the side of the road. A freak accident that has left her with three cracks on her spinal cord and severely concussed.

#WarAgainstIndiscipline team holds interactive session with DG of NOA, Nigerians react

Minister of Information, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, disclosed back in May that the government is in the process of launching a massive, nationwide campaign, tagged: “Change Begins With Me,” which is a rejuvenated War Against Indiscipline (WAI). The essence of the campaign, he said, would be to make Nigerians to realize that the change they so much desire would start with them... 

War Against Indiscipline is a volunteered Community Service Provider to help coordinate activities in the society and promote values and discipline. It was launched by President Buhari when he was military Head of State in the 80s.

#NoPadding | Checkout this Hot Curvaceous Lady

How many likes for her ... The curves are so massive it looks likes it is falling off ... Lol

Say What | Mouthguard prescribed by dentist allegedly made 40-year-old penis shrink

A Swedish man in his 40s has made an astonishing claim, saying that his mouth guard prescribed by his dentist to stop him from grinding his teeth at night, made his penis shrink.

The man who is also believed to be suffering from erectile dysfunction, stopped using the mouth guard after 10 months alleging that the device shrunk his manhood according to reports from Sweden's Kvallsposten newspaper.

Watch how a wife reacted after she catches her husband with a girl in their matrimonial home (VIDEO)

A Thai man identified as Sonchai decided to save few coins by not taking a call girl to a short time hotel but instead invited her over to his house thinking that his wife was working late. According to reports, she was actually supposed to be working late but decided to leave early. She headed home to meet a surprise waiting for her.

Sports Minister Dalung apologizes to the U23 Nigerian #Rio2016 football team

Minister of Sports and Youth Development  Solomon Dalung has apologized to the U23 football team representing Nigeria in the 2016 Olympics and others. The apology was for the initial delay of the football team in Atlanta, after they were stranded before their first Rio 2016 match, due to plane issues.

Dalung who is currently in Rio, exchanged pleasantries with players, officials and said:

Abacha's $132million Loot | Federal Government tender 5 proposals to Swiss Govt on how it will spend funds if returned

The Federal Government has submitted five proposals to the government of Switzerland detailing how it will spend the $132million Abacha loot if returned. Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami told the Nation that the Federal government was trying to meet the terms of Switzerland before the money is returned.

So Sad | Pregnant woman crushed to death in Minna

A pregnant woman was this morning crushed to death by a petrol tanker driver in front of Niger state College of Education, in Niger state. According to eyewitnesses, the deceased was on a motorcycle and was heading in a different direction when the tanker driver who was on top speed, lost control and ran into the motorcycle. Sadly only the woman died. The deceased is said to be a student of the department of Languages in the institution.

Nollywood Actress, Georgina Onuoha shares bikini photos

Actress and proud mum of two shared the photos on her Instagram page.

Britney Spears shares topless photo while on holiday in Hawaii (PHOTO)

34-year-old Britney surprises fan when she shared a topless photo of herself on Instagram while on Holiday in Hawaii. She captioned the photo 'Still dreaming a mile a minute...'