Nigeria can’t afford to pay 42 ministers – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari has said that his government and Nigeria can not afford to pay forty two ministers and that not all the ministerial nominees that have been screened will have portfolios.

He went on to say that he will reduce the numbers of ministries.


Buhari in an interview with Channels TV and The Nigerian Television Authority in New Delhi in India said that he is working with a team of people introduced to him by others that he trusts and must work with them.

Abacha's loot is too huge for us to handle - World Bank

The World Bank says it needs additional time to provide comprehensive information on the spending of recovered funds looted by the late Nigerian Head of State, Sani Abacha.

The World Bank told the human rights group seeking information on the loot, which is about seven billion dollars, that for now it is compiling information on the spending.

According to the World Bank “In response to your request, we would like to inform you that we are still considering your request and we will need additional time because the money involved is too huge for us to handle.”

Missing Person

37 year old Chinweoke Rita Chiaku was last seen on Wednesday October 14th at 15 Ola-Ifa street (Iya Ajoke House) Ijere, Onigbendu Pakuromowe Ogun state. Anyone with useful information should please contact Dominion Avenue Police station - Mowe station, Ibadan or any police station.

FIFA accepts seven presidential candidates

FIFA has accepted seven presidential candidates to stand to replace incumbent Joseph Blatter at an extraordinary congress in 2016, excluding former player David Nakhid, the world football governing body said on Wednesday.

An online statement did not give specific reasons for not accepting the bid of Nakhid, a former Trinidad and Tobago international, saying only that FIFA’s member associations have proposed, in due time and form, seven candidates.

IN PICTURES: Buhari meets with India's Prime Minister

President Muhammadu Buhari with India’s Minister of Petroleum, Mr Dharmendra Pradhan as he arrives Indirha Ghandi International Airport ahead of his 4- day official visit to New Delhi India to attend the 3rd India-Africa Forum Summit on 27th October, 2015

Photos: Buhari arrives New York for UN general meeting

President Buhari has arrived New York ahead of the UN general meeting. His delegation includes former Rivers and Ekiti state governors, Rotimi Ameachi and Kayode Fayemi, former house of representatives member Abike Dabiri Erewa, SSA Household & Domestic Sarki Abba, SSA Media & Publicity Femi Adesina, Senator Hadi Sirika and others

I made N6m as a fake lawyer – Suspect

A fake lawyer, Olawale Falola, who claimed to be a dropout of a university in Osun State was arrested by the Oyo State Police Command during a stop-and-search in Ibadan recently.

It was gathered that after seeing a sticker belonging to the Nigeria Bar Association on his windscreen, the police asked him about his identity, but he couldnt defend his 'Lawyer' status.

Lawyer mom arrested inside a courtroom for leaving her two toddlers in the car

A lawyer was arrested after allegedly leaving her children in the car while she was in court. A passerby noticed two toddlers locked inside a car in the Riverdale Municipal Court parking lot around 8:15 a.m. Thursday. The individual went into the courthouse and alerted an officer who checked and found the children were left unattended.

Over 200 girls rescued from Sambisa forest

In a daring and precise operation the Nigerian troops have stormed the Sambisa Forest and rescued about 300 women and girls.Troops with one of the captured weaponsThe PRNigeria gathered that at least three major terrorists camps have been destroyed in the well-cordinated attacks that include the destruction of the notorious Tokumbere camp in the Sambisa Forest.

Xenophobia: South Africa blasts Nigeria for recall of High Commissioner

The South African Department of International Relations and Cooperation, has described the recall of Nigeria’s High Commissioner as an “unfortunate and regrettable” diplomatic step.

In a statement, Clayson Monyela, spokesperson for DIRCO, said the South African government was shocked that the Nigerian government would resort “to such an extraordinary diplomatic step to express outrage at actions or behaviour of another government

Buhari vows to investigate Sanusi’s allegation of missing $20 Billion

President-elect, Maj. Gen. Muhammadu Buhari(retd.), on Sunday said his administration would take a second look at the claim by a former Governor of the Central Bank, now Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, that $20bn, that was supposed to be remitted by the NNPC to the federation account, could not be unaccounted

The general attitude of Patience Jonathan contributed to her husband’s loss - PDP chief

Bayelsa State publicity secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, Mr. Osom Makbere, has said President Goodluck Jonathan lost the March 28 presidential election due to international and domestic conspiracies.

Makbere, who is also a lawyer, stated this in an exclusive interview in Yenagoa on Friday.

He said the divisions in the PDP fold and the overbearing attitude of the President’s wife, Dame Patience, also contributed to the president’s loss.

Giving insight on the failure of the President at the poll, Makbere said, “History has stated that no failure, defeat or loss is a product of a single factor. Jonathan’s loss could be blamed on a multiplicity of interwoven causes.

Photos: Over 1500 killed in massive earthquake in Nepal

Over 1500 people died in a 7.8 magnitude earthquake that rocked Kathmandu region in Nepal  Many buildings as well as historic sites were destroyed in the wake of the earthquake. This will be the second deadliest earthquake to strike Nepal since the one in 1934 which killed about 8,500 people. See photos from the disaster after the cut...

See the new photos Boko Haram released of themselves as they change name

Boko Haram revealed in a new video posted online yesterday that they are now to be referred to as the 'West African Province' of the Islamic State, following their pledged allegiance to ISIS. See more photos after the cut

Evil' twin complete with bone, hair and teeth found inside woman's brain

26 year old Yamini Karanam, was having brain surgery for a suspected tumour when she discovered her "evil twin sister"

From Mirror UK

 An embryonic twin has been find inside a woman's brain while she was having surgery for a suspected tumour. Doctors discovered the twin, known medically as a 'teratoma', complete with bone, hair and teeth, inside the brain of Yamini Karanam.

Jonathan sacks IGP Suleiman Abba, appoints DIG Solomon Arase

President Jonathan has sacked IGP Suleiman Abba, and appointed DIG Solomon Arase as Acting IGP with immediate effect, according to a tweet by Dr. Reuben Abati, the spokesperson of the president.

IGP Suleiman Abba, NPM, NPOM, mni was the 17th Indigenous Inspector-General of Police and was appointed by President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, GCFR. He formally took over on August 1, 2014 formally from former Police boss, IGP MD Abubakar (Rtd) who had successfully piloted the affairs of the Force from 25th January, 2012 when he was appointed to July 31, 2014, having completed 35 years of service.

Police in South Africa arrests Killers of Mozambican, Emmanuel Sithole.

South African police have arrested 3 of the four men who attacked Mozambican, Emmanuel Sithole on the streets of Alexandra on Saturday April 18th. Emmanuel later died of his wounds in an hospital,

According to the police,
“The suspects were arrested in Alexandra (on Sunday evening) with help from the members of the community. Several exhibits that may be used as evidence were seized during the arrests” Lieutenant Colonel Lungelo Dlamini said.

Photos: Obasanjo and Buhari meet in Abuja

President-elect Gen Muhammadu Buhari and former President Olusegun Obasanjo met in Abuja today. See photos of Buhari as he arrived Abuja after the cut...

Sen. Uche Chukwumerije is dead.

Chukwumerije, a former Chairman, Senate Committee on Education, died on Sunday in a Turkish Hospital in Abuja at the age of 75.

He was a three-time senator that represented Abia North, he was elected into the Senate in 2003.
Chika Chukwumerije, son of the deceased said in a telephone interview that his father died of lung cancer at exactly 4.30 p.m., on Sunday.

Photo: 3 year old girl abducted in Ojuelegba, Lagos, today

3 year old Oluwabunmi Ajelero has been declared missing. Her family say she was abducted from Surulere Baptist Church today. Anyone with useful information should please call 08022289455. Biko, why are they kidding children these days?

Migrants kill 15 Nigerians, Ghanaians in Mediterranean Sea

Around 15 Nigerian and Ghanaian Christians were thrown to their deaths on Thursday in the Mediterranean Sea by fellow travellers from Ivory Coast, Mali and Senegal as they attempted to land in Italy from Libya in search of a better life in Europe.

According to Reuters on Friday, the Italian police in the Sicilian capital of Palermo, arrested no fewer than 15 men from the three countries suspected to have carried out the gruesome act under religious bias on Friday.

Nigerian man stabs fiancée to death in Texas

Last Wednesday, Osa Alohaneke, a Nigerian resident in Texas, murdered his estranged fiancée, Evelyne Ebane Epiepang.

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s office said in a statement that 56-year-old Osa Alohaneke had been charged with murder. He was being held without bond at the county jail. Deputies arrived at the Mission Bend home Wednesday night and discovered 52-year-old Epiepang dead inside. Her sister was taken to a hospital for treatment from injuries that were not life threatening. Deputies earlier in the day had received a call from the woman but when they arrived, Alohaneke had left.

Pastor Adeboye meets UK Prime Minister, David Cameron in London

General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor E.A Adeboye pictured with UK Prime Minister, David Cameron, in London today April 17th. Pastor Adeboye is in London for a religious programme called 'The Festival of Life' taking place this night at the London Excel Center which David Cameron attended. See more photos after the cut...

SHAME: South Africans photographed stealing from attacked foreign stores

As the Xenophobic attack rages on in South Africa, some South Africans were seen stealing from stores owned by foreign immigrants after they attacked them.

Shameful images indeed...

More pictures below...

Nigerians in serious danger in South Africa

The President of the Nigerian Union in South Africa, Mr Ikechukwu Anyene, said on Friday that xenophobic attacks on foreign nationals were on the increase.

Anyene told the News Agency of Nigeria on phone from Pretoria, South Africa, that the mechanic workshop of a Nigerian was completely destroyed early on Friday in Johannesburg.

Nigerians expect a lot from you, Obasanjo tells Buhari

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has urged the President-elect Muhammadu Buhari to realize that Nigerians are expecting a lot from him when he eventually takes over power May 29.

Mr. Obasanjo is currently in Sudan as an AU observer in the country’s presidential election.

Mr. Obasanjo said he was not ready to “say too much” about the election but noted that Nigerians have passed a message to the retired general by asking for change.

Foreign-owned shops close in Joburg amid fears of attacks

According to reports by SA media, a number of shops owned by foreigners have closed their shops in the Johannesburg CBD area after allegedly receiving threats from a mob. The group, who are said to be Zulu boys, threatened to attack any shops that remained open. They recently looted many shops in Durban and killed about 10 foreign immigrants, including Nigerians. They burnt some people inside their shops.

Photos: African immigrants now living in SA Police station following Xenophobic attacks

African immigrants and their children pictured in a South African police station today where they are taking refuge following a string of Xenophobic attacks in the country. More pics after the cut...

Buhari's government might face challenges protecting Nigerians from terrorism - US

The U.S. Secretary of State, Mr John Kerry, has predicted that the new government in Nigeria might face the challenge of protecting its citizens against terrorism threats. Kerry made the assertion in a statement by the African Regional Media Hub of the United States Department of State on Tuesday in Lagos. The statement quoted Kerry as making the prediction after signing a Memorandum of Cooperation to support disease control and prevention in Africa with the African Union (AU) in Washington D.C.

Percy Sledge, singer of 'When A Man Loves A Woman', dies at 73

The singer of one of the most iconic songs the world has ever heard 'When A Man Loves A Woman', Percy Sledge, has died. The Legendary soul singer died today April 14th at his home in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was 73 years old.

Buhari will reduce petrol to N40/L - Tam David-West says

Former Minister of Petroleum and Energy, Prof. Tam David-West, in a telephone conversation withVanguard said Buhari will reduce the current fuel price which is N87 to about N40 per litre when he becomes president.

We deny Nigerians with criminal records visas - South Africa

Consul-General, South African High Commission in Nigeria, Ambassador Mogethi Monaisa, on Monday said the commission sometimes deny issuance of its visas to Nigerians it discovered to be having criminal records.

“The commission does not just deny people visas, but it is either that those it sometimes deny issuance of visas are discovered to have criminal records or failed to meet its requirements. Nigerians should personally visit our websites for necessary information and requirements for applying for South African visas,” Monaisa told the News Agency of Nigeria in Lagos

Video: Mother of missing Orekoya boys weeps and pleads for their return

This is the mother of the three boys who were kidnapped from their home in Surulere last week by a maid. The kids - Aderomola Orekoya, 11 months, Adedamola Orekoya, 4, and Demola Orekoya, 6, have still not been found. TVC met with their mum for a brief chat. See the video after the cut...

Pics: BBOG group hold silent match to mark 1 year since abduction of Chibok girls

Members of the Bring Back Our Girls group had a silent protest march today April 13th in Abuja to commemorate 1 year since the abduction of the girls by Boko Haram. More photos after the cut...

Move to Impeach Fayose suffers setback

Ado Ekiti- The Impeachment move by the 19 All Progressive Congress (APC) lawmakers in Ekiti State House of Assembly to remove the state governor, Mr Ayodele Fayose and his Deputy, Dr Kolapo Olubunmi Olusola may have suffered a temporary setback

Lagos Governorship Elections: I will not contest again - Jimi Agbaje

Peoples Democratic Party candidate, Jimi Agbaje has declared his intention not to contest again for the position of governor in Lagos after the losing twice.

Agbaje who lost to All Progressives Congress (APC) Party candidate, Akinwunmi Ambode with a 152,206 vote margin spoke to ChannelsTV correspondent on Sunday evening after his opponent was declared winner.

International observers call for cancellation of Rivers result #RiversDecides

International election observers on Sunday called for the cancellation of the Governorship and House of Assembly elections in Rivers.

The leader of African Centre for Leadership Strategies and Development, Mr Humphrey Bekaren, who spoke on behalf of the observers, made the call in Port Harcourt.

Jimi Agbaje Calls Ambode, Concedes defeat

The governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Mr  Jimi Agbaje has congratulated the candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Akinwunmi Ambode, who was declared the winner of the Lagos state governorship election by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC.

in a tweet, Agbaje revealed.
“I just called @AkinwunmiAmbode to congratulate him on his victory. I wish him well and pray he will be successful in guiding this state, ”  

Ambode Returned as Governor of Lagos State

APC won 15 out of 20 Local Governments with the PDP winning Ajeromi Ifelodun, Amuwo Odofin, Ojo, Oshodi Isolo, Surulere. 

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KADUNA: El-Rufai in massive early lead

The results trickling in from Kaduna State gubernatorial election show that the candidate of the All Progressives Congress APC, Malam Nasir Ahmed El-Rufai is leading at major polling units in Kaduna metropolis.

According to results announced at various polling units by polling units covered by our correspondent El-Rufai may take the day as results are much different from that of presidential elections.

Nollywood star, Desmond Elliot wins House of Assembly seat

Nollywood star, Desmond Olusola Elliot has won his bid to represent the people of Surulere constituency at the Lagos State House of Assembly, defeating the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Bayo Smith. This is according to tweets by the All Progressives Congress, APC, candidate.

Ambode Of APC Wins Governorship Race

Akinwunmi Ambode voting during Lagos governorship election on SaturdayWith over 90% of votes collated across Lagos state Saharareporters can conclusively state that Akinwunmi Ambode of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has won majority of votes cast during Saturday's gubernatorial election in Lagos state. See results after the cut....

Ambode Of APC Leads In Lagos Governorship Race

Based on results announced from 55% of polling units across Lagos State, Akinwunmi Ambode of the All Progressives Congress (APC) is leading Jimi Agbaje of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) by more than 80,000 votes. Figures obtained as at 9.30 p.m. (Nigerian time) revealed that Mr. Ambode had received 325,026 votes as opposed to 240, 467 votes for Mr. Agbaje.APC guber candidate, Akinwunmi Ambode

The APC and PDP are seen as the main rivals in the race for the Lagos State governorship. Both parties campaigned heavily over the last week in the state that was carried by the APC’s presidential candidate, Muhammadu Buhari.

Jimi Agbaje defeated by APC in his polling unit

The All Progressives Congress, APC has defeated PDP's Jimi Agbaje in both Governorship and the House of Assembly election in his polling unit


Governorship election result at Jimi Agbaje's polling unit:
APC - 124 PDP - 88

APC polled 89 votes while PDP polled 82 in the House of Assembly election

Updated Lagos poll results

Candidates of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the Governorship and House of Assembly elections in the units of National Leader of the party, Alausa, Ikeja and Governor Babatunde Fashola of Lagos State in Surulere, emerged winners with landslide victory.

Governorship result as read out by official of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, at Tinubu’s Polling Unit 047, Sunday Adigun Street, Alausa, Ikeja, shows; APC poll 230 while PDP poll 62.