5 nabbed for robbery, car theft in Bayelsa

YENAGOA — Policemen attached to the Akenfa and Yenagoa Division of the Bayelsa State Police Command have arrested a notorious criminal, identified as John Brigidi, aka Timberland and four others in separate raids over alleged robbery, car theft and recruitment of youths into violent crimes in the state.

Bankers nabbed for ATM fraud, hit customer’s account over 51 days

Three bankers, Ejiro Eborikpo, Nina Stephen and Samson Nwodo have been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Kano for conspiracy to steal the sum of N5,100,000 from a customer’s account.

Heartless robbers snatch man’s car, throw away 3-month baby, rape wife

While travelling to their village for the weekend, a middle aged nursing mother, her three months old baby and husband had an unpleasant encounter with an eight-man gang a few days ago in Kogi state.

The eight man gang dispossessed them of their cash and valuables at gunpoint, took them in the family car to a near­by bush where they tied the husband and raped the wife who was at that time breast feeding her three-month-old baby.

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EPL Team of the Week

The EPL season began much like last season ended with wins for Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool with Manchester United stumbling at their first hurdle.

Spurs managed to end West Ham's dominance of their derby in a weekend dominated by the away teams.

Here is week one's Team of the Week:

Ebola Virus particles can be transmitted by air – Expert

Sunday Aremu Omilabu, a College of Medicine and University of Lagos Professor, Consultant Virologist and Ebola expert in a recent interview with SaharaTV speaks about the deadly Ebola Virus Disease,

Ebola is spiritual and the solution is simple- Soul E

Soul E who has since proven himself to be some kind of a prophet whose prophecies never come to pass has decided to take a shot at the Ebola Virus Outbreak. The Singer-turned-pastor said that he has all the answers needed to combat the viral disease.

The young star who broke Walcott's speed record?

The forward beat club legend Thierry Henry's 40m sprint record following his move from Southampton in 2009, but his own record has now been broken

Theo Walcott has is no longer the fastest player at Arsenal, with youngster Hector Bellerin having broken his long-standing 40m sprint record.

Wayne Rooney named new Manchester United captain

Wayne Rooney has been named as the new captain of Manchester United by manager Louis van Gaal.

Van Gaal made the announcement following United’s final pre-season friendly against Valencia, when Rooney skippered the side to a 2-1 victory courtesy of Marouane Fellaini’s late goal.

Rihanna Set To Buy Liverpool Football Club.

It was originally reported a few days ago that Rihanna was interested in buying a Premier League team, but did not specify which club.

Why has Manchester United banned fans from bringing iPads to Old Trafford?

Manchester United’s fans have been banned from bringing their iPads and other tablet devices into Old Trafford this season.

Adnan Januzaj is the new Manchester United No 11?

WHAT DO FEEL YOU ABOUT THAT?

ASUU rejects Confab, advocates socialist state for Nigeria

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has declared that the on-going National Conference cannot solve the nation’s problems.

President of the Union, Dr. Nasir Isa, said what the nation needs ‘is a struggle for the transformation of the country into a socialist welfare state and not a device for perpetuating the rule of the rich, powerful and corrupt”.

Diego Costa apologises to Chelsea fans - But for what?

The 25-year old will likely make his Stamford Bridge debut tonight, as Jose Mourinho's men challenge Real Sociedad in their last pre-season friendly before the Premier League begins this weekend.

Game of thrones wants an epic movie after season 8

Do you think it would be great if Game of Thrones was to end with a movie? Well, the author of the book series, George R. R. Martin, 65, certainly wants that. Martin who wrote the A Song of Ice and Fire novel series which the hit HBO show is based upon has said that he would love to see the story happening on the big screen.

EBOLA SCARE: Residents flee community over dead man

Following the sudden death of a middle-aged man who many believed to have died of the dreaded Ebola Virus disease on saturday in Udo community, Orhiomwon local government council of Edo State, some neighbours of the deceased have abandon their homes for fear of contacting the deadly virus. Some people in the village have claimed that the deceased was epileptic and died after an attack and not from the Virus.

Liberia: Chinese Govt Brings in U.S$1.7 Million Ebola Materials

The Government of the People's Republic of China has donated several health materials valued at US$1.7m to boost up government's efforts to fight the deadly Ebola virus that has claimed the lives of many Liberians.

EBOLA: Okada Riders at More Risk, Says MDCAN

 

Suggests 10 Ways To Contain Spread.

Paul Obi
Following precautionary measures and directives by the federal government on how to prevent Ebola virus, the Medical and Dental Association of Nigeria, (MDCAN), 

LASU: Fashola cancels new fees, restores old tuition

Governor  Babatunde Fashola of Lagos state has reportedly cancelled the new Lagos State University fees, while ordering it be reversed to the old tuition fees.

2014/2015 UEFA Champions League Play-off draw

BREAKING: Celtic have been reinstated into the Champions League after Legia Warsaw fielded an ineligible player.

Drogba announces Ivory Coast retirement

Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has announced his decision to retire from international duty with the Ivory Coast.

The 36-year-old, regarded as one of his country's finest talents, scored 63 goals - a national record - in 104 appearances,

Man Utd Close In On €53m Ace After Agreeing Terms Over €230,000-A-Week, 5-Year Deal

The summer transfer window is now well under way and managers are working hard to strengthen their squads ahead of next season, so we’ll bring you all the latest news and gossip. Today,Manchester United have edged closer to the signing of Juventus ace Arturo Vidal.

New Daddy Omarion Helped Girlfriend With Natural Birth

Look who’s stepping into his new duties as a daddy!

Omarion, our boy from B2K, is now all grown up and is a proud papa.  He and his girlfriend Apryl Jones welcomed their precious little bundle of joy into the world this week,  named Megaa Omari Grandberry.  So adorb!

Manchester United left waiting after making Angel Di Maria transfer offer

Manchester United have made an offer for Angel Di Maria and are now waiting on a response from Real Madrid.

Di Maria has been told he can leave Madrid this summer and looked destined to sign for PSG, only for the transfer to collapse yesterday.

Chelsea Goalkeeper Petr Cech Corrects Sky Sports on His Goalkeeping Record

Petr Cech has a serious rival for the goalkeeping jersey at Chelsea this season in the form of Thibaut Courtois, so now is not the time to be underplaying his record. 

Salt & water was a rumor generated by me- Adesewa confesses

My confession and apology

Dear nairalanders and everyone who have heard of the ebola Prevention "News", My name is Adesewa, I am coming out clean because what started has a joke has escalated into the unprecedented.

Reports from Italy:Man United’s signs for Arturo Vidal soonest

Manchester United are set to wrap up the deal of highly sought-after Liverpool target Arturo Vidal, after the midfielder agreed to a £182,000-a-week contract at Old Trafford according to La Stampa.

Howard Webb match stats revealed – but did Manchester United really profit most when he was in charge?

Manchester City and Arsenal have been revealed as the teams to profit most with Howard Webb in charge over the past five Premier League seasons.

Osun 2014: APC alleges bullion vans brought ballot papers secretly to PDP office from Abuja

The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Party (APC) on Thursday, alleged of a surreptitious and criminal transportation of millions of ballot papers into Osun with a bullion van by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from Abuja on Wednesday.

Louis van Gaal reportedly set to hit Roma’s £30m Mehdi Benatia asking price

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal is set to splash the cash by meeting AS Roma’s £30 million asking price for Mehdi Benatia, according to the Daily Express.

‘I’m the smartest celebrity you’ve ever f***king dealt with, I’m not Britney Spears’- Kanye West

Kanye is well known for his insolence so it comes as no surprise that even under oath, Kanye remains his cocky, wise-ass self.

TMZ got a hold of a transcript of Kanye’s deposition in the case where he was accused of beating a photographer and smashing his camera and it’s quite interesting.

Via TMZ;

CUT IT OUT: Lil Kim debuts new single cover art featuring Nicki Minaj in a case of “Identity Theft”

.. and the shading continues 24 hours after releasing the remix of ‘flawless’, Lil Kim is taking another jab at Nicki Minaj — who has been pretty much mute about the whole Kim’s “I must be relevant” shenanigans. Lil Kim has a new single called “Identity Theft.” not a bad tune but what sets tongues wagging was the cover art.

Students desert Osun State University in fear

The second semester is ongoing at the Osun State University. However, the main campus in Osogbo is now empty.

Students have fled the place in fear of possible violence during the gubernatorial election coming up this weekend. Most of them who are based in Lagos and other states outside Osun have travelled back to their base.

Wizkid threw the first shade – Davido

Afro-pop prodigy, Davido has opened up on his recent social media brouhaha with Wizkid.

Speaking during a recent chat with Sahara TV, the ‘Aye’ singer alleged that Wizkid threw jabs at him following a concert in New York, USA.

Photos: Meet Mr Universe Nigeria 2014 winner

Francis Beaon, representing Anambra State beat other contestants to emerge Mr Universe Nigeria 2014. The contest held on August 3rd in Lagos. See more pics of Francis after the cut...

Here Is What Actually Happens When A Person Is Infected With The Ebola Virus

The worst outbreak of Ebola virus in history — happening now in West Africa — has claimed more than 700 lives, according to the latest count from the World Health Organization. The deaths occurred in Sierra Leone, Liberia, Guinea and Nigeria.

[Adorable] Kanye West Takes Baby North To Work

If Nori isn’t her daddy’s twin…

That little cutie looks just like him.

Allardyce: Carroll is miserable

West Ham manager Sam Allardyce admits striker Andy Carroll is 'pretty miserable' after suffering ankle ligament damage.

Carroll is expected to be sidelined until the New Year as a result of the injury he sustained during the club's pre-season trip to New Zealand.

Rafael Benitez hints at Marouane Fellaini interest

Napoli boss Rafael Benitez has hinted that he is interested in signing Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini this summer.

Nicki Minaj Previews The ‘Anaconda’ Music Video, Talks ‘Flawless’ Remix’

“Oh my gosh Becky, look at her butt…”

Nicki Minaj’s “Anaconda” has finally made its way to Itunes, and its release also was accompanied by a video clip that the Head Barb shared on her Instagram.

@iam_TiwaSavage STUNS In Red At The African Summit In Washington

Tiwa Savage STUNS In Red At The African Summit In Washington

Man City's Jack Rodwell poised to complete £10m transfer to Sunderland

The 23-year-old midfielder, once regarded as one of England rising stars, is surplus to requirements at City, where he has failed to make a mark during two injury-blighted seasons following his £12million move from Everton.

International football: Barcelona midfielder Xavi calls time on Spain career

The 34-year-old, who was capped 133 times during a 14-year international career, was part of Spain's golden generation that saw the nation collect three major trophies.

Pep says no to Barcelona

Barcelona are combing the market in search of a quality central defender and amongst the names bandied around is that of Bayern Munich’s Jerome Boateng.

But on this issue, former Barcelona manager and now manager of Bayern has said the defender is not going anywhere.

Nigerian female doctor tests positive to Ebola

ABUJA—The Federal Government has confirmed the first case of Ebola Virus Disease in a Nigerian medical doctor, who was among the people that had the first contact with Mr. Patrick Sawyer,

BAUCHI: Ritualists pluck 9-yr-old boy’s eyes – Police

The Bauchi State Police Command has disclosed that some unknown ritualists attacked and removed the eyes of a nine-year-old boy in Toro Local Government Area of the state. Around 2.30 pm, unknown assailants, suspected to be ritualists,

Photos: Giant Whale Shark Caught In China By Local Fisher Man

These amazing pictures shows a two-tonne whale shark being driven through a town in China strapped to a fisherman's truck who had caught it when the whale broke into his giant net to eat the fishes it had caught but died soon afterwards.

Ronaldinho set to join QPR

Still going strong: veteran Brazilian Ronaldinho (Picture: AP Photo)

Ronaldinho has reportedly been targeted by Harry Redknapp’s Queens Park Rangers in what would be one of the biggest shocks of the transfer window.

Tottenham Defender deal agreed

The England Under-21 international is available from Sporting Lisbon for £4million after Spurs met the release clause in his contract.

Gunmen Invade Communities In Rivers Killing 15

 

Not less than 15 persons were feared killed in Ogba, Egbema, Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State during an open fire attack by unknown gunmen.

The men who were about 12 in number came with six motorcycles and