Rap kings at war: Drake lambasts Meek Mill
All Africa Games: Nigeria’s contingent to departs for Brazzaville August 31
Anti-corruption: It’s do-or-die for Buhari – Gbagi
Aregbesola to pay backlog of salaries
Access Bank chief says Techno Oil LPG Plant big dream
Aregbesola promises to pay backlog of salaries
Edo mulls court option over unremmitted DPR fund

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Peterside qualified to contest Rivers guber poll-Tribunal
“So, the document presented by APC on Nov. 18, 2014 notifying INEC of its candidate does not in any way comply with the provisions of the electoral law.’’ Ukala told the tribunal that the convention/primary elections held on Dec. 4 that produced the APC candidate to run for the 2015 general election was null and void.
How Banky wrote, produced, directed ‘High Notes’ video
Banky W has held the crown as Africa’s King of RnB for a while, with ever green classics such as “Strong Ting”, “Yes/No” and “Don’t break my heart”. Over the past couple of years , his breakout rap verses have garnered quite the commercial buzz and critical acclaim.
Buhari in Cameroon to discuss Boko Haram fight
President Muhammadu Buhari arrived in neighbouring Cameroon on Wednesday for talks on how to combat the escalating regional threat from Boko Haram Islamists.
Fans besiege Alex Usifo, Tony Umez in Warri
Nollywood stars, Alex Usifo and Tony Umez were the cynosure of attraction at the Church of God Mission International Incorporated, Efurun, in Warri, Delta State, last Sunday. They were there for the premiere of the Christian movie, “Wicked Faith”.
LMC approves Adokiye Amiesimaka stadium for league matches
“Dolphins FC will, henceforth, play all their home matches in the League at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Omagwa. “This is as a result of a directive from the League Management Company following the approval of the stadium to host games,” he said.
Beggars’ Threat: El-Rufai appoints Special Assistant on Persons with Disability
Governor Nasir El Rufai of Kaduna State, Wednesday, appointed a Special Assistant on Persons with Disability. This seems to be in reaction to the threat by beggars in the state to bring down his government.
Reps urge FG to address accident cases involving tankers
Oboro said that the incidents had, most times, led to outbreak of fire that had claimed many lives and properties. The motion was unanimously adopted by members during plenary. The House recalled the recent incident in Ikorodu, Lagos state, when a petroleum truck lost control, killed three persons and destroyed properties worth millions of naira.
Bobbi Kristina’s funeral to hold on Saturday
Autopsy was done yesterday and although initial reports suggest there was no evidence of foul play, the full results will remain unknown for some time as the family prefers to keep matters private at such painful times.
Senate to screen Service Chiefs on Thursday
Saraki, who disclosed this during plenary on the floor of the upper chamber, urged all serving senators to be in attendance and to be prompt, adding that the screening would begin at 10 a.m.
Gov. Ambode urges compliance with safety laws
”In recent times, incidents of building collapse, trailer-caused accidents, boat mishaps, fire and other avoidable accidents resulting from lack of adherence to safety laws have become rampant. ”These tragedies calls for concern. Time has come for stakeholders, including relevant government agencies to rise up to this challenge.
Nokia unveils virtual reality camera for filmmakers
The ball-shaped gadget captures 3D footage for content creation for devices such as the increasingly popular headsets that let users immerse themselves in virtual games. Nokia was the world’s top mobile phone maker between 1998 and 2011 but, after failing to respond to the rapid rise of smartphones, the Finnish company sold its handset unit to Microsoft in 2014.
Blind man, woman docked for allegedly defrauding accommodation seeker of N550,000
“Akinyemi pretended to be the owner of a mini-flat and collected the sum of N550, 000 from the complainant, Mr Ayodele Ayedun, with a promise to rent out the mini-flat to him. “Awosika brought Ayedun to the blindman to make payment, and he was caught while making a transaction at the bank.’’ Iseghede said the virtually-impaired man had been brought to the court several times for the same offence.
27-year-old man docked for allegedly stabbing motorcyclist to death with scissors
A 27-year-old, Shehu Sanni, who was charged with stabbing a commercial motorcyclist to death with a pair of scissors, was on Wednesday remanded at Ikoyi Prisons, Lagos. Sanni, a commercial motorcyclist (okada rider), who resides at No. 22, Abeokuta St., Oko Baba, Ebute Meta, is facing a charge of murder at an Ebute Meta Chief Magistrates’ Court.
Prince Ali says “Platini is not good for FIFA”
“Platini is not good for FIFA. Football’s fans and players deserve better,” he said in a statement. “FIFA is engulfed in scandal. We must stop doing business as usual. The practice of back-room, under-the-table deals must end.
Tribunal admits 4 exhibits in Onjeh’s petition against David Mark in Makurdi
Alechenu premised his rejection on the grounds that the document did not originate from the party seeking to tender. The document in contention is a letter dated July 27, 2015 authorising INEC staff to be witness in the suit. The PDP counsel averred that the letter could only be tendered in evidence either through the INEC Chairman, the Resident Electoral Commissioner or the author of the letter, insisting that the witness was neither of them.

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