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Saturday, 21 May 2016

Photos: Senator Shehu Sani loses mum

Senator Shehu Sani lost his mother earlier today May 21st. She has since been buried according to Islamic rites. May her soul rest in pace Amen.  More photos after the cut.

First photos of Egypt Air Passenger Jet - MS804's mangled wreckage

First pictures of the mangled wreckage from Egypt Air flight 804. The plane's twisted blue metal panelling, marked with Egypt-Air branding, as well as items of clothing and yellow lift jackets have been recovered from the sea, as the search of the wreckage still continues at the crash site.

Nigerians react to PDP's new slogan, Change the Change

Former Senate President, David Mark, introduced a new slogan for PDP, Change The Change, at the party convention which held in Port Harcourt today May 21st. Many Nigerians have taken to their twitter handle to reaction to thse their new slogan. Many find it hilarious. See tweets after the cut

Checkout this throwback photo of 2face Idibia and his first son, Nino

The photo was taken at Nino's 10th birthday party which held in Lagos in January. Nino shared the photo on his Instagram page this evening. 

Crystal Palace 1-2 Man U (10 men Man United defeat Palace to give Van Gaal first trophy)

These are the epic moments the United fans craved for.  The pulsating moments that defined the Sir Alex Ferguson era!

Man U defeated an energetic Crystal Palace side 2-1 to give Van Gaal his first taste of trophy,  even though that might not be enough to keep him at the club.

First photo from Geraldine Iheme's white wedding

Author and former BBA rep, Geraldine Iheme and Osas' wedding took place in Lagos today. Here is a first peek at the beautiful bride

Photos: Four FUTA students die in fatal accident

Four undergraduate students of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) Ondo state who were traveling to Ibadan, Oyo state for a religious programme, lost their lives in a fatal car crash at Ibule village along Ilesa-Akure express road today May 21st.

New photos of footballer, Alex Iwobi

He had a photo session with photographer, Israel Peters and shared the photos on IG. Another one after the cut...

Main Views This Sunday With Koker at G12

This Sunday promises to be all shades of exciting for fun seekers and thrills As usual we give our esteemed customers premium parties and moments to remember as such G12 in partnership with Hennessy would be hosting a special night this Sunday with Koker as he treats his fans and lovers to his smashing hit single "Kolewerk" the chocolate city artist is also the brain behind another 2015 hit single "Do something" with a very energetic performance.

Kidnapped Kwara APC Chairman and secretary regain freedom

According to the Kwara state governor, Abdulfatah Ahmed's  twitter handle, both politicians who were kidnapped yesterday have regained their freedom.

Photos: PDP sacks Alimodu Sheriff, appoints Makarfi, Obi as caretaker committee Chairman, Secretary

Hours after Alimodu Sheriff declared the Port Harcourt Convention suspended because of several court cases, the party delegates who were at the Port Harcourt convention ground, agreed to go ahead with the convention.

They dissolved the National Working Committee of the party thereby sacking Alimodu Sheriff and immediately approved the nomination of former Governors of Kaduna state and Anambra state, Ahmed Makarfi and Obi as Caretaker committee chairman and secretary respectively. The two officers were sworn in immediately.

Photos from Maiden Ibru's daughter's wedding

Osei Yvonne Ibru, the third daughter of the publisher of Guardian newspaper, Maiden Ibru, is getting married traditionally to her husband, Jude Osei Awam at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos today May 21st. Congrats to the couple. More photos after the cut...

Photos: Donald Duke & wife Onari clebrate 30th wedding anniversary

The former Cross River state governor and his wife are celebrating their 30th wedding anniversary today and also 36 years of friendship...Isn't that amazing? Their beautiful daughter, Xerona, announced this on IG. Congrats to them.

ABL To Hold Final Home Game For The Season Tomorrow

The newest innovation in the sports entertainment industry on the African continent, the African Basketball League, will hold its last home game for the season tomorrow Sunday, May 22nd at Landmark Centre by 6pm.

Photos: PDP announce the suspension of its convention in Rivers state

The Alimodu Sheriff faction of PDP has announced the suspension of its convention in Port Harcourt, Rivers state. Below is a statement issued from the party...
"This is to inform our supporters nationwide, all the delegates to the National Convention in Port-Harcourt, Rivers State that the National Convention has been suspended. This is due to the numerous court cases and the directives from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) not to supervise elections into some offices. The 2016 Natonal Convention is suspended to allow time for the cases in court to be resolved. The Party regrets any inconveniences arising from this suspension.

Crisis in PDP as two factions hold party convention in Abuja & PH

The leadership crisis in PDP took a different turn today as two factions of the party held party congresses in both Rivers state and Abuja. The Alimodu Sheriff faction which is backed by the 12 PDP governors in the country, is presently holding its convention in Port Harcourt, Rivers state while the Professor Jerry Gana led Concerned Stakeholders group in the party is holding its own in Abuja.

Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi challenges Pres Obama, Obasanjo, Dangote and Mrs Folorunsho Alakija

His Imperial Majesty Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi challenged President Barrack Obama, Former president Olusegun Obasanjo, Alhaji Aliko Dangote and Mrs Folorunsho Alakija to come on www.pagepedia.com. Biography / Videography challenge. To share their life story as they rise to the Top. Read and watch Biography/Videography now on www.pagepedia.com/adeyeyeogunwusi

Son shares photos of his mum & dad on life support holding hands and saying goodbye

This incredible photos indicate what true love really is. Chris Minnini, 21, shared this heartbreaking photo on Reddit showing the moment his parents, both on life support, said goodbye to each other.
The incredible moment was captured by Chris’s brother at Kingston General Hospital in Ontario, Canada, only hours before their dad, Jim, passed away last weekend.

President Buhari coming to Lagos on Monday, state govt advises residents on traffic diversions

Read the press statement below..
The Lagos State Government will formally welcome President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday, May 23, 2016 on a two-day working visit to the State. It will be President Buhari's first official visit to the state since he assumed office about a year ago.

10 factors of hypertension, 2 major complications, and natural recommendation with-in days

Hypertension means abnormally high blood pressure. Why should you care about it?

You should care because you can have high blood pressure for years without a sign or symptom, and that doesn’t stop the damage to your arteries and heart. Black people are at a higher risk of having hypertension than other race. Hypertension can cause damage to the lungs, brain, heart, and kidneys. The good news is it can be detected in under 5 minutes.

Another young Lady spotted in Lagos State with a placard asking for employment

A young lady who claims to have graduated with a Second Class Upper - Bachelor of Science in Computer Studies, took to the streets in Lekki Phase 1 to look for a Job. Twitter User @Jtownlad14 shared the photo and wrote, 'Just saw this girl in lekki1. If anyone can assist her it would be great.'

'If you think you are a mother, pls act like one' - Uju Stella tells Burna Boy's mother

Uju Stella who is allegedly pregnant for Burna Boy, has reacted to comments made by his mother that they don’t have time for her. In an interview with Punch today, Burna Boy's mum was quoted to have said it is not a criminal offence for a lady to be pregnant for any guy, that if a girl claims she is pregnant for somebody and the person refuses to accept it, she is meant to look for his family instead of taking it to the public.

Burna Boy's mum also said her son is yet to say anything about the issue and they are only focusing on his music right now and don't know anything about any pregnancy, that girls always come up with pregnancy claims. Uju Stella took to her IG to respond to the comment. What she wrote after the cut

Selena Gomez shows off her nipple piercing in tiny negligee (photos)

The actress and singer shared the photos via snapchat. See more as you continue...

Audio + Video: Otis Maho ft. Ycee x Brown - Jack Bauer


Hanny House Entertainment Nigerian/international Hip-Hop/AfroPop act, "Otis Maho" whose real name is Alfred Edwards, releases a new single that incorporates a collaboration with the Jagaban crooner “Ycee” and his label mate Brown on a track titled "Jack Bauer".

Photos: Dino Melaye receives Legislator of the Year Award at Aso Radio event

Senator Dino Melaye was awarded the Legislator of the Year Award at Aso Radio event yesterday, May19, in Abuja. The award was presented to him by Fuji musician, Abass Akande Obasere.

North West is cute for days..steps out in afro-puffs (photos)

The 2+ year old daughter of Kim and Kanye West looked very cute as she stepped out in afro-puffs while enjoying herself at Disneyland. See another photo after the cut...

University of Nigeria comes alive as Timaya and Mr Raw perform at Cliqfest by Etisalat

It was a thrilling experience as the Cliqfest train berthed at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, bringing entertainment and fun beautifully blended with education and sports in what Nigeria’s leading youth centric brand, Etisalat has termed “edutainment”.

Hilarious home memo from a dad to his household (found on FB)

Internal Home Memo
From:   Father
To:       All dependants & Relatives
CC:      Mother
Date:    May 16, 2016

Subject: Financial Meltdown/Cost Cutting Measures For Your Urgent Attention
Due to the current economic situation, all domestic rules and regulations have been revised as below and under no circumstance is any violation going to be accepted.

Photos: Street light pole along Ojodu road about to crash down

According to @ogechukwuosih, pictured is one of the street lights along Ojodu road. It is basically a disaster waiting to happen and the relevant authority in Lagos State needs to quickly handle the situation by either removing it before it falls or fix it.

See picures of the first #AtTheClubWithRemyMartin Allstar party in Abuja

Rémy Martin has continuously raise the bar in out-of-club partying experience with its #AtTheClubWithRemyMartin Allstar series which has featured over 10 of the biggest names in music including MI, Burna Boy, AKA(South Africa), Reminisce, DJ Jimmy Jatt, DJ Lambo, DJ Neptune, Wizkid, Davido, Yemi Alade, DJ Baggio and more recently Femi Kuti, Shina Peters, Falz.

US Comedian Mike Epps graduates from High School at 45 (photos)

Never too late! American stand-up comedian, actor and rapper, Michael Elliot aka (Mike Epps) just got his high school diploma at the age of 45 and he's proud of the achievement. Sharing photos via Instagram, He wrote,
"I have always been insecure about not having a diploma. I taught myself how to read so sorry MF if I don't spell right all the time.. lol but I'm proud of who I am. Shoutout the class of 2016." Congrats to him. It's never too late. See another photo after the cut...

Photos from Uche Ogbodo's 30th birthday party

The actress threw herself a birthday last night and her colleagues including Halima Abubakar and Angela Okorie were there. See more photos after the cut...

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5 police officers arrested in connection with torture and death of Fed. University of Agriculture student

The Commissioner for Police in Benue state, Paul Yakadi, yesterday ordered the arrest of no fewer than five policemen of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad, SARS in the state in connection with the torture and death of a student of the Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi identified as Samuel Chimezie Emeagwu on Monday May 16th. Their arrest was ordered after the news about the incident went viral yesterday May 20th.

Anything wrong with this photo?

Executive Editor of the Huffington Post, Liz Heron, tweeted this photo and asked "Notice anything about this Huffington Post editors meeting?" While a lot of people would scream 'Girl Power', a lot of other people saw a whole lot more. What do you see? See the comments after the cut...

The Authority Newspapers Today May 21st, 2016

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Today's top stories:
Tinubu visits NLC, begs Wabba to suspend strike - http://goo.gl/H2Lxrf
Militants blow up Escravos gas pipeline in Delta - http://goo.gl/8NxRMX

Photo of the day

This has been trending on Instagram and Twitter. It's s woman and her flamboyant head-tie (popularly called Gele) at a Wedding in Lagos. Photo Credit: Instagram | lutosingbela

Chris Brown criticizes his babymama for dressing their daughter like a '16 year old'

She dressed that way to a dance class...I don't think there's anything inappropriate about it. Thoughts?

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