Photos from Miss United Nations, Nigeria pageant, organized by Precious Chikwendu

Miss Vivian Adaeze Nnamani, who represented the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has emerged as Miss United Nations (Nigeria) while Miss Kessy Isong, representing Akwa Ibom state, emerged as her first runner up. The event was held last Saturday at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja. 

There were five categories. Madueke Jaclyn emerged Miss Teen, Nigeria, United Nations; Kessy Isong was Miss Tourism Nigeria, United Nations; Tubosoye C. Dokubo, emerged Miss MS (Single Mum) United Nations; and the Mrs Nigeria, United Nations is Emem Chukwu Ebelechukwu. 

Each winner got a brand new car and $10,000 cash. They will represent Nigeria in July in Kingston, Jamaica. See more photos after the cut...

18 states owe civil servants salary in Nigeria, NLC plans to embark on indefinite strike

The Task Force of the Nigerian Labor Congress has revealed that 18 state governors are owing civil servants in their states salaries and arrears of pensions running into months. The leadership of NLC says workers in these states might be embarking on a nationwide strike on Monday May 25th if their state governors do not pay before the new administration takes over.

According to Punch, the states owing salaries or pensions are; Abia, Akwa Ibom, Bauchi, Benue, Cross River, Ekiti, Imo, Jigawa, Kano, Katsina, Kogi, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, Oyo, Plateau, Rivers and Zamfara states.

Police capture man who killed a wealthy bizman, his wife, son & maid in their family mansion

After a massive manhunt that spanned several states, the US police has captured 34 year old Daron Dylon Wint, who is accused of killing a wealthy D.C. couple, their son and a housekeeper. Wint was captured just before midnight Thursday in Northeast Washington, D.C., the Washington Post reports.

The fugitive (left) was traveling in a white Chevrolet Cruze along with two women, one of whom was driving. Federal marshals who had been tracking the fugitive stopped the car near 10th Street and Rhode Island Avenue NE and took Wint and the two women into custody.

Photos: Fayose supervises the relocation of Hausas from Atikankan to Sasa following attacks

Governor of Ekiti state this morning supervised the evacuation of Hausas from their community in Atikankan in Ado Ekiti to Sasa along Ikere road following crisis between Hausas living in Atikankan, and some members of Drivers Union which has led to destruction of properties, especially the burning of the Oja Oba, Ado Ekiti by the Hausa after they were attacked on Wednesday. Vehicles for the relocation were also provided by the government. More pics after the cut...

The similarities between Wiz & Amber's new man, Machine Gun Kelly

Looks like Amber has a type. She likes men who can rap...e.g Kanye, Wiz and new love, Machine Gun Kelly. But Wiz and MGK have more in common. They are both younger than she is. Wiz is 27, Machine Gun Kelly is 24, Amber is 32 (or older). They are both very tall, both standing at 6 '4'. They are both rappers, have a lot of tattoos, have same style of dressing and are even friends. They collaborated on a track called 'Mind of Stoner' back in 2013.

Yesterday, MGK confirmed he was dating Amber but said it's been a struggle every day...

David Mark allegedly gave GEJ a $200k solid gold customized watch (see photo)

Senate President, David Mark reportedly gave outgoing Pres. Jonathan this $200,000 24k solid gold customized watch as a gift. According to Vanguard who reported that they received the image, the gold watch has '750 N (North) 34379″ on it, and also a 'Special Edition 2010' on the top and also bears: “Presented by Senator David Mark GCON,” and to “H.E. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan” etched into the gold as well as the Nigerian emblem over its visible working parts.

The words “President of the Senate” are printed on the glass back cover of the watch above the Nigerian emblem, with the words “Federal Republic of Nigeria”. Photo credit: NewRescue

Erm, Pastor Chris Oyakhilome and estranged wife have reconciled?

Saw this on Facebook and when the man who posted it (a member of Christ Embassy) was asked whether they had reconciled, he said yes! Can't verify this info but check on the convo after the cut...

Photos: Pres. Jonathan commissions Armed Forces Radio station in Abuja

President Jonathan today commissioned the Armed Forces Radio station in Abuja. The Radio station will be received on 107.7FM and is expected to provide balanced, fair reporting of the Nigerian military and their operations. More photos from the commissioning after the cut...

Muslim youths burn Kano court to protest blasphemous comments

Rampaging Muslim youths today May 22nd reportedly burnt a Sharia court located at Rijiyar Lemo area of Kano, Kano state this morning over a 'blasphemous comments' an Imam, Abdul Nyass, a sect member of Tijjaniyya, a Muslim sect group made against Prophet Muhammed during one of his sermons at Goron Dutse General area of Kano metropolis last week.

The aggrieved youths in company of old Muslim Men and Women marched towards Mandawari and Dandago area, and later to the palace of the Emir of Kano to lay their complaints.

Woman held in box for months found dead

Sandra Kay Sutton, 46, and her 17-year-old son, Zachary Wade Sutton, were found dead early yesterday morning Thursday May 21st in a relative's home in Clinton. Both victims appear to have been shot overnight, while Sutton's relatives were at work, Clinton police Lt. Sonny Lynch said.

Police have been searching for her former boyfriend, James Barton Horn Jr., since he was charged with kidnapping 3 weeks ago. Investigators allege he kept Sandra in a wooden box off-and-on for 4 months at the same home they searched yesterday in Sedalia, about 45 miles northeast of Clinton.

Victim of Ejigbo pepper sodomy recounts ordeal

One of the victims of the Ejigbo pepper sodomy, Mrs Ajoke Agomo, has narrated how she and her daughters were beaten and how pepper mixed with dry gin was rubbed inside their private parts by OPC members & some Ejigbo market leaders over allegations that they stole in the market sometime in 2013.

Speaking at the resumed hearing of the case at the Ikeja High Court yesterday May 21st, Mrs Agomo said an OPC member had stormed her home in search of her daughter, alleging that she stole at the market place.

Buhari reportedly flies to London on same plane with Dieziani

President-elect, Muhammadu Buhari and Petroleum Minister, Dieziani Alison-Madueke are currently on-board the same British Airways plane heading to London.

According to Sahara Reporters, Alison-Madueke was billed to travel next week Tuesday May 26th and had already bought her ticket but on hearing that the President-elect was heading to London today, she allegedly asked that her ticket be fast-tracked so she can perhaps have some audience with Buhari.

The British Airways plane departed at about 9.am this morning. Buhari's reason for traveling is not unknown but he is expected back to Nigeria on Tuesday May 26 ahead of the inauguration ceremony which comes up May 29th.

Google ranks Patience Jonathan's 'There is God o' as most viewed Youtube video in Nigeria

Which Nigerian doesn't remember the very famous, “Dia is God o” video skit by First Lady Patience Jonathan? Google yesterday May 21 ranked it as Nigeria's most viewed Youtube video that's non-musical

Google ranked most watched videos in Nigeria in the music, non-music and advert categories and 'Dia is God o' came first in the non-music category. See others in the non-music category below...

Kim K shares throwback photos of herself when she was skinnier

Kim Kardashian said her Goodbyes to David Letterman, who is done with his talk show, with some pictures of her appearances on the show and marveled at how skinny (and beautiful) she used to be. 

Kylie Jenner's ring sparks engagement rumours

Kylie Jenner shared a selfie on her IG page where she was seen wearing a gold band on her wedding finger which has made her fans wonder if she's engaged to Tyga. The 17 year old hasn't responded yet.

Photos: Kendall Jenner and friends party at Cannes Film Festival

Kendall Jenner, Robin Thicke, Doutzen Kroes, Joan Smalls, Lara Stone, Jourdan Dunn and Karlie Kloss led the way with their best moves at the amfAR Gala during the Cannes Film Festival on Thursday evening. More photos after the cut...

Photos: North West beautiful in her ballet outfit!

You think her mum is stunning? Wait till this girl grows up...

Magazine cover of a model mom breastfeeding her child that has everyone talking

Australian model mom, Nicole Trunfio brought her newborn baby boy along for her Elle Australia shoot and a photo of her breastfeeding him landed on the cover.
Some people think it is offensive while others think it's magnificent because it shows the bond between mother and child.

Indian mum places advert for a husband for her son

An Indian mother placed a newspaper advert for marriage for her son who is a gay activist which could be considered as noble, the problem with the advert is that gay marriage is illegal in India

India's Supreme Court ruled in 2013 that "carnal intercourse" interpreted as gay sex, is punishable with anything up to a life sentence.

The advert reads: "Seeking 25-40, well-placed, animal-loving, vegetarian, for my son (36, 5'11") who works with an NGO. Caste no bar." (Though IYER preferred).

Harish Iyer, the groom in question, is a prominent gay rights activist based in Mumbai. He was also the only Indian mentioned in Guardian's list of 100 most influential LGBT people in 2013.

Senate Presidency: We will not compromise merit - Tinubu

National Leader of APC, Bola Tinubu says the party will not compromise merit as it chooses the new Senate president for the incoming 8th National Assembly. According to Tinubu, the party has ruled out zoning of the seat because it could compromise the credibility and qualification of an individual. He said for anyone to aspire to be the Senate president, such a person must be competent and possess the character of a leader. He said this while speaking to newsmen in Abuja yesterday May 21st. 

"Well, you have heard from the party; you have heard from leadership. My desire is not to rock the party. I am a disciplined party man and we will look at it critically. However, the nation is expecting us to take a decisive leadership decision. Merit would not be compromised. You have to be competent; you have to possess the character for the leadership. You have to be PAN Nigerian and be a very solid character to lead the National Assembly and that is what we are talking about,’’ he said.

Buhari must start his administration by jailing thieves – Kokori

Human rights activist, Chief Frank Kokori, says the President-elect, Muhammadu Buhari, should start his administration by prosecuting and jailing looters as soon as he's sworn in on May 29.

Kokori, who is a former General Secretary of the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers, said this on Thursday.

The activist said by immediately prosecuting looters, Nigerians would have an idea of what the Buhari administration stands for and change would gradually set in. He said, 

Ashton Kutcher slams paparazzi for taking photos of his daughter

Ashton Kutcher has taken to social media to blast news outlets for publishing paparazzi photos of his 7-month-old daughter, Wyatt. The actor publicly slammed publications on Twitter after pics emerged of a casually dressed Kutcher carrying his baby girl in his arms, with a clear view of her smiling face. It’s the first time fans have seen Wyatt in full view.

Photo of baby born with traditional beads in Lagos

A 52 year old grandmother, Mrs Funke Adamson reportedly gave birth to a baby girl who came out clutching white ‘Ileke’ (Yoruba name for beads) at a trado-medical center in Apapa, Lagos on May 11th.Vanguard reports that the grandmother who is already experiencing menopause, said a traditionalist informed her that she was going to have a "special child".

British woman has world's most scientifically beautiful face

Everyone's definition of beauty is different, but when it comes to science it is all about the measurements! A British competition decided to look for the most naturally beautiful face in the country that fits the measurements of being symmetrical. And an 18-year-old student won!

Oby Ezekwesili, BBOG replies Gen Olukolade, debunks claim of engaging in hate campaign against military

Former Minister of Education, Dr Oby Ezekwesili and other key members of the Bring Back Our Girls Group have responded to the letter by Defence Spokesperson, Gen Chris Olukolade in which he accused them of engaging in hate campaign against him and the military.

In its response dated May 19th, the group stressed that it was only demanding the military to find the missing Chibok girls and is in no way engaging in any hate campaign against them. The group stated that no single individual determines the direction of the group as their decisions is based on a collective ideology. The letter reads in part...see it after the cut...

Actress & reality star Karlie Redd shows off hot body in sexy lingerie

The Love & Hip Hop Atlanta star and actress practically went full frontal for the racy June cover of J’Adore Magazine. The official photos haven't been released but TMZ got exclusive BTS pics.

Kris Jenner and boytoy Corey Gamble still going strong (photos)

The 59 year old mother of 6 and her 34 year old boyfriend were spotted loved up at a restaurant in LA yesterday with some friends, including Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills stars Kyle Richards and Faye Resnick. More photos after the cut...

Photos: Toke Makinwa stuns in a Wana Sambo blue pant-suit

The media personality is currently in Paris and stepped out in the lovely pant-suit by Nigerian designer, Wana Sambo. See more photos after the cut...

Timaya daughter turns 3 today + baby mama shows off baby bump

Timaya's daughter Emma turned 3 today and her parents celebrated her on social media. Timaya's girlfriend is expecting the couple's second child. See more photos after the cut...

Mariah Carey fans, why are y'all not buying her new album?

Mariah Carey's new album '#1 to Infinity' dropped three days ago and things are not looking good for the first week sales for the album. The album was expected to sell between 14 - 16k first week , which is really dismal, but she hasn't even sold that much yet...

14yr old girl charged after video of her attacking boy goes viral (pics from the attack)

A 14yr old school pupil has been charged to court for assault after video of her shouting obscenities and punching a boy in the face went viral online. The schoolgirl, whose name was not revealed to the media because of her age, was in her school uniform when the attack took place and was filmed by another student who shared the video on Youtube. It now has over 3million views since May 14th.
The girl can be heard screaming at the boy who is taller than her but never attempted to hit her... 

‘Are you gonna go get your cousin?’, adding: ‘Your cousin can’t do dirt on me – you understand? Do you think you are a bad youth" the girl screamed. Then she said ‘Are you trying to p*** me off?’ before adding: ‘I'm going to smack this yute.’ She mocks him saying: ‘Are you going to cry? Are you going to cry?’ then she punched him

Police were then alerted to the video and the girl was subsequently arrested and later charged. More pics after the cut...

This guy thinks this is what Nigeria'll look like when Buhari finishes with NEPA

Nigerians petition Yale Univeristy to withdraw Honorary degree from Okonjo-Iweala

A Nigerian, Sunday Iwalaiye has started a petition on change.org calling on authorities of Yale University to withdraw the Honorary Degree it bestowed on Minister of Finance and Coordinator of the Economy, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala on May 15th.

Sunday, in his petition stated that Dr Okonjo-Iweala is not deserving of the honorary degree as the Nigerian economy has taken a nose dive since she assumed office as Minister of Finance. A thousand Nigerians have so far signed the petition. 

Photos: Burundi president plays football while his people are fighting over his third term bid

What a miserable man. Burundi president, Pierre Nkurunziza appears not to be bordered with the ongoing civil unrest, destruction and deaths happening in his country over his third term bid. He was photographed playing football with his close associates yesterday May 20th. More pics after the cut...

Photos of president-elect Buhari at his farm in Daura this morning

Buhari visited his farm in Daura, Katsina state this morning. More photos after the cut.

Adebayor released by club on compassionate leave following series of disturbing FB posts

Following his disturbing and emotional Facebook posts where he revealed a lot of family drama, footballer Emmanuel Adebayor has been granted compassionate leave by his football club, Tottenham Hotspur, for a second time this season to return to Togo to sort out all his family issues.

Spurs head coach Mauricio Pochettino excused Adebayor from training this week and the final game of the season against Everton on Sunday May 24th. He will also not travel with his team on the post-season tour to Malaysia and Sydney.

This guy is about to end his football career because there are now reports that Tottenham wants to sell him during the summer. Though the club is claiming they want to give him time to return home, sort out his issues, clear his head and return in the correct frame of mind either at 'Tottenham or with another club'

Kim Jong-un orders execution of military officers for failure to give soldiers bigger rice portion

This man obviously doesn't value human life. And the world can't stop him? According to new reports, the North Korean leader ordered the execution of top-ranking military officials over their failure to give soldiers more food.

Kim Jong-un is reported to have ordered the killing of his vice armed forces minister, So Hong-chan, and a few others close to him for not following his orders.

This is coming weeks after he reportedly ordered the execution of his chief of defense, Hyon Yong-chol, for falling asleep during a meeting and not obeying his orders.