G7 Summit: Cameron Urges Buhari to Come with Nigeria's Shopping List

The British Prime Minister, David Cameron has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to come with requests from Nigeria to the "G 7" industrialized nations when he shows up at its meeting, scheduled for June 7-9 in Berlin, Germany.

Jonathan, 219 Other Nigerians Get Street Names in Abuja

Not fewer than 220 influential Nigerians of high reputation, including the immediate past President, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, and his deputy, Arc. Namadi Sambo, and former Vice President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, had their names on the streets of the nation’s capital in this year street naming in Abuja.

Suicide Bomber Kills 10 at Maiduguri Mosque

There was a bomb blast at a mosque near the popular Monday Market in Maiduguri.
According to a youth vigilante source, Abba Modu, the incident occurred during the Muslim early evening prayer (3:40pm) at one of the mosques located near the Monday market.

A New Nigeria Beckons As Buhari Takes Over as President

Amidst great expectations, Muhammadu Buhari was on Friday sworn in as the fifth civilian President of Nigeria, with a promise that his administration would firmly tackle the Boko Haram terrorists head on.

PDP Congratulates Buhari, Ready for Opposition

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) yesterday congratulated  General Muhammadu Buhari as he took office as President.

Jonathan: After 6 Years in Abuja, I Thought Bayelsa People Will Curse Me

Former President Goodluck Jonathan arrived Yenagoa, Bayelsa State on Friday afternoon to a rousing welcome.

Buhari Pledges To Serve Nigerians, As the new President

Nigeria on Friday successfully enthroned  a new civilian administration with the swearing- in of the new President, Muhamnadu Buhari  and Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo at a very colourful ceremony. in Abuja.

Buhari Promises to Rescue Chibok Schoolgirls Alive

President Muhammadu Buhari who was sworn in on Friday, has promised Nigerians that his administration will rescue the abducted Chibok schoolgirls alive.

Former House speaker Hastert is indicted on bank charges

 

 Chris Greenberg/Bloomberg News House Speaker Dennis Hastert, center, is flanked by security and the media after meeting on Oct. 24, 2006, at the U.S. Capitol.

Only 6 Female Senators In 8th National Assembly

Only six out of the 109 senators who will serve in the 8th National Assembly are women, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports.

Buhari Deserves Unalloyed Cooperation, Support- Jonathan

President Goodluck Jonathan on Thursday urged Nigerians to cooperate, support and show understanding in all situations to the Muhammadu Buhari’s administration for the progress of the country.

The Man Buhari: His Past, Present And Future

Following the successful execution of the 1983 coup, it was merely a necessity, by military tradition, for the new regime under Major General Muhammadu Buhari, to make a public announcement that it had ousted the previous government and come into power.

Photos: As former President Jonathan leaves and Buhari takes over

Thank you sir, for doing what you could for this country, for conceding defeat and giving us peace. Nigerians look forward to the new administration. More photos after the cut...

Twice-caught fugitive's clean life led to decades of freedom

 

Harold Frank Freshwaters, left, in a Feb. 26, 1959 Ohio State Reformatory photo released by the U.S… COLUMBUS, Ohio — In 55 years as a fugitive, Frank Freshwaters got caught twice.

Barman guilty over 56-shot glass drink found death

 

A French barman has been convicted of manslaughter and given a suspended sentence after allowing a customer to drink 56 shots that led to his death. Renaud Prudhomme, 56, was at the bar with his daughter and friends when he attempted to break its shots record.

Fuel scarcity: Seal Stations Hoarding Fuel, Senate Tells DPR

As Nigerians continue to purchase petroleum products at high rates, the chairman of the Senate Joint Committee on Petroleum Resources investigating the lingering fuel scarcity in the country, Sen Magnus Abe, has asked the Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) to seal any filling station hoarding products.

Okonjo-Iweala Slams Oshiomhole, Says Allegations Baseless, Diversionary

The Coordinating Minister for the Economy and Minister of Finance, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has described as baseless and diversionary, allegations by the Edo State Governor, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, that there was no transparency in the management of the Excess Crude Account (ECA).

Buhari: Jonathan Phone Calls Changed Nigeria's Political History

The out going President, Dr Goodluck Jonathan handing over the document to the President elect General Muhammadu Buhari after touring the villa at the Council Chambers in the President Villa, Abuja.

Security tight for Nigerian presidential inauguration

Abuja (AFP) - Security was beefed up in and around Nigeria's capital, Abuja, on Thursday, as final preparations were made for the inauguration of Muhammadu Buhari as president.

Real Madrid Transfer News: Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale, David De Gea, Paul Pogba In Latest Rumors

Winger Gareth Bale, right, not Cristiano Ronaldo appears to be safe at Real Madrid this summer. Reuters

Less than a day removed from the sacking of manager Carlo Ancelotti, Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has reportedly set his sights on former Liverpool and Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez. Los Blancos wrapped up a disappointing campaign with zero trophies, and could watch as archrival Barcelona complete the ever rare treble.

Kenyan Lawyer Offers 50-Cow Dowry For Malia Obama’s Hand In Marriage

The Nairobian reports a Kenyan lawyer, Felix Kiprono, is seeking the eldest First Daughter, Malia Obama’s, hand in marriage. Instead of a modern proposal, though, Kiprono is offering a dowry of 50 cows, 70 sheep and 30 goats; Kiprono is also willing to meet with President Obama to discuss during his scheduled visit to Kenya in July.

3 Pastors, herbalist kidnap Nigerian returning from abroad

It's like every criminal being arrested in recent times turns to out to be a Pastor and this is so embarrasing :(
Three so-called Pastors and an herbalist have been arrested for abducting a Nigerian who
just returned from abroad in Ijebu Ode Ogun State.

Jonathan Fulfilled Power Promise to Nigerians

 

The Minister of Power in Nigeria, Professor Chinedu Nebo, says President Goodluck Jonathan has fulfilled his promise of power to the people but for the ‘gas war’ which has remained an obstruction to steady supply of electricity.

Presidency, Lawmakers Agree To Make Concessions

 

The Presidency in Nigeria and the National Assembly have agreed to make concessions that are mutually beneficial to both parties in resolution of the feud on the 4th amendment of the Nigerian Constitution.

Gov Oshiomhole comes hard on Okonjo Iweala over false subsidy claims by oil marketers

Edo state governor, Adams Oshiomhole yesterday came hard on the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala over the lingering fuel scarcity and her claims that oil marketers were presenting fraudulent oil subsidy claims for payment.

Girl dies after being electrocuted by power bank in Ghana

A young Ghanaian girl identified as Blandine (pictured above) was on May 25th electrocuted to death after the power bank she was using to charge her phone got stuck on her skin and electrocuted her. According to reports from Dumsor ,Ghana, the girl was chatting with a friend when she fell asleep and placed the power bank she was using to charge her phone on her breast region. She had connected the power bank to an electricity source so it can charge when power is restored. As power was restored to her area, their was a power surge, the power bank got heated and got stuck on her skin, electrocuting her to death. Her parents found her dead. Pic of the deceased after the cut...

UK Leaders travels to 4 EU states to press case for reform

Prime Minister David Cameron is setting off Thursday on a whirlwind visit to four European capitals, pressing his case that Britain needs to renegotiate its relationship with the 27 other members of the bloc.

Obama Nominates John Kerry, Olajuwon, Others for Buhari’s Inauguration

President Barack Obama of the United States of America (USA) on Wednesday released the final list of the White House delegation to grace the inauguration of the President elect, Maj General Muhammadu Buhari, which holds this Friday at the Eagles Square, Abuja.

Jonathan Urges Buhari Not to Be Selective with Probes

With less than 48 hours before he hands over the reins of government to the President-elect, Major-General Muhammadu Buhari, President Goodluck Jonathan has charged his incoming successor to extend his probe (if he must) beyond his (Jonathan’s) administration, otherwise it will amount to a witch-hunt.

Quartet Mideast envoy Tony Blair resigns

Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair on Wednesday stepped down as the international community's Mideast envoy, leaving a post that began with great promise but which struggled to deliver dramatic changes in its quest to promote peace between Israel and the Palestinians.

Soccer officials arrested in Zurich; World Cup votes probed

 Swiss prosecutors opened criminal proceedings into FIFA on Wednesday, only hours after seven soccer officials were arrested and threatened with extradition to the U.S. in an investigation of what was called "rampant, systemic, and deep-rooted" corruption.

Jonathan Wants Total Probe Of Past Administrations, Uncovers $1bn Past Judgment Debts

President Goodluck Jonathan said in Abuja on Wednesday that those calling for the probe of his administration should ensure that all past administrations were subjected to it.

First Lady Hosts Children To Last Party In Office

The First Lady, Dame Patience Jonathan, on Wednesday in Abuja hosted Nigerian children to a party to mark this year’s Children’s Day celebration.

Buhari Returns Tomorrow in the Company of Shagari

President-elect Muhammadu Buhari will be returning to Nigeria on Thursday morning after a six-day trip to the United Kingdom in the company of former President Shehu Shagari.

UN Warns against Spike in Female Suicide Bombings in Nigeria

An “alarming spike” in suicide bombings by girls and women used by Boko Haram in northeastern Nigeria has children in danger of being seen as potential threats, the UN children’s agency said on Tuesday.

President-elect Buhari to return to Nigeria tomorrow

President-elect, Muhammadu Buhari who is currently in the UK on a private visit, will be returning to Nigeria tomorrow May 28th ahead of his inauguration as President on Friday May 29th.

Marion Cotillard is queen of red carpet at Cannes "Macbeth"

Marion Cotillard plays a queen in Justin Kurzel's "Macbeth," but at its Cannes premiere she was also a bejeweled queen of the red carpet.

Queen to outline Cameron’s plans after UK poll win

 

British Prime Minister David Cameron’s Conservatives unveil their programme for government Wednesday after a surprise clear win at this month’s general election which will lead to a referendum on leaving the EU.
The policy plans will be outlined in a speech scripted by Cameron’s centre-right government and delivered by Queen Elizabeth II, wearing a crown and full ceremonial dress, on Westminster’s grandest day.

Libaya's recognized prime minister, escape death

Gunmen tried to assassinate Libya's internationally recognized prime minister on his way to the airport in the eastern city of Tobruk on Tuesday, a spokesman for his government said.

UNICEF on Children Day, condemns use of kids as suicide bombers

As Nigeria and the world commemorate this year’s Children’s Day celebration, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has expressed concern over the increasing use of children as suicide bombers in northern Nigeria.

I can't Fight Buhari – Says Wike

Rivers State governor-elect, Chief Ezebunwo Nyesom Wike has declared that he will not fight the incoming administration of Muhammadu Buhari, saying that his focus would be on cooperating with the federal government to attract benefits to the state.

Jose Mourinho pokes City, Arsenal & United

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho says his Premier League winning players have not been given the credit they deserve and took time to make fun of the teams that finished below them on Tuesday.

4 Taliban militants die in attack in Afghan capital

An all-night siege in an upscale neighborhood of Afghanistan's capital ended in the early hours of Wednesday morning with the deaths of four heavily armed Taliban attackers, though no civilians or security personnel were injured or killed, an Afghan official said.

President Jonathan vowed not to partake in Nigeria’s Disintegration

President Goodluck Jonathan yesterday vowed not to partake in any action that could result in Nigeria’s disintegration and advised the incoming administration of General Muhammadu Buhari to impact positively on the lives of Nigerians, in order to reckon with the contributions of all citizens.

Don’t corrupt our officers, Police IG begs Nigerians

The Inspector-General of Police, Solomon Arase, on Tuesday appealed to the public not to corrupt personnel of the police by giving them bribe.

Buhari's Rejection Of A Rolls Royce In London, Obasanjo And Lessons Of History By Dr. Chido Nwangwu

Buhari has the capacity to rise to the challenge of history to be recorded as a man who had a rare second chance and truly turned Nigeria away from being the playground of economic leeches, political gangsters, irreligious murderers, social swine.

Britain faces tension over puch for less EU control

European Union officials welcomed a French-German push for closer cooperation among the countries that use the euro, while British Prime Minister David Cameron's office said that won't derail his mission to reduce EU involvement in national affairs.

The Original Supermodels: Then and Now

When it comes to modeling, these industry heavyweights have been around the block. Ahead, see 8 icons from when they first made their debuts to present day.

UN Officials let child sex abuse claims linger

For months, the U.N.'s top human rights officials knew about allegations of child sexual abuse by French soldiers in Central African Republic, collected by their own staff. But they didn't follow up because they assumed French authorities were handling it, statements marked "strictly confidential" show, even as France pressed the U.N. for more information about the case.