Gunshots Fired at the U.S Embassy in Turkey Amidst High Tension between Both Countries

              

This morning, shots were fired from a moving car at the U.S. Embassy in Turkey, an attack that came during heightened tensions between the two NATO allies.

Turkish state media reports that a suspect has been detained, there were no casualties and no claim of responsibility for the fleeting attack, in which three of the six bullets fired hit the embassy gate and a reinforced window. 

''I Will not Stand by and Watch Tinubu Create a Wrong, False and Mischievous Impression About Me''- Saraki Blows Hot

                                        

Senate President Bukola Saraki says he will not stand by and watch the National leader of APC, Bola Tinubu create a wrong. false and mischievous impression about him in the media.

OAP Toolz's Parents-in-law Celebrate their 45th Wedding Anniversary during a family Vacation in Mexico

                        

OAP Toolz's parents-in-law; Dr. Harold Demuren, former DG of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, and Osaretin Demuren, first female Chairman of GT Bank, celebrated their 45th anniversary with their children, grand -children, daughter-in-laws, and other family members.

Man Abandons his Family Abroad to Take a Young Wife in Nigeria and his Family get their Revenge on him in the Perfect Way

A man abandoned his family abroad and returned to Nigeria to take a new young bride. Now, his family abroad are having their revenge and the man can't seem to stand it.

Read the tweets below for the full story.

GoFundMe Shades the Heck out of Rapper Post Malone After he Shared a Photo of Himself Looking like a Homeless Person

23 year old rapper and singer Post Malone, who is worth about $8million, got the shock of his life when GoFundMe shared a photo of him and his friend asking for donations to help them find a home. Lol. Post Malone quickly reacted to the post. But can you blame GoFundMe? They look homeless

Multiple Organ Failure Ruled Cause of Death of Nigerian Teenager after Reported Altercation in London

The Metropolitan Police UK on Friday, August 17, said the cause of death has been established for a Nigerian man who died in Chislehurst, London. Oluwadamilola Odeyingbo, 18, died in hospital on the morning of 10 January 2018 from injuries sustained following a reported altercation in Empress Drive just after 21:00hrs the previous evening.

Young Catholic Priest Shot Dead by Armed Robbers in Abuja 16 Months After His Ordination

Gunmen suspected to be armed robbers has killed a young Catholic priest in Abuja.Father Michael Akawu, the first indigene of Abuja to be ordained for Abuja Archdiocese, was shot dead at a supermarket in Gwagwalada on Saturday, where he had gone to shop.

252 Aides of Governor Tambuwal Resign Following his Defection from APC to PDP

252 Special Advisers and Special Assistants of Sokoto state governor, Aminu Tambuwal, have tendered their resignation following his defection from APC to PDP. Recall that on August 1st, Governor Tambuwal announced his defection from the ruling party to the main opposition party,PDP. 

Video: Ugandan Police Arrest Racist American Pastor for Assaulting and Humiliating Hotel Employee in Kampala

Police in Uganda have arrested Jimmy Taylor, the racist American pastor who was caught on camera attacking an employee of Grand Imperial Hotel, Kampala.Taylor has been detained at the Central Police Station, Kampala on charges of assault.

In a video which has since gone viral, the American pastor is seen pursuing a hotel employee and slapping him several times on claims that he “disgraced Jesus.

Baby Whale Found in a Community in Delta State and Killed.

A baby Whale was found on the shores of Obotobo 1 Community of Ogulagha Kingdom in Burutu LGA, Delta State and was killed by residents.

Nigerian Female Soldier Brutalises Her Underaged Househelp for Not Washing Dishes on time

A Nigerian female solder has been accused of brutal abuse of her underage househelp.The soldier identified as Ozoekwu Esther Onyinye lives at Ikeja Cantonment, Lagos. Below is the report sent to DPA by a concerned individual: 

Flashback to 2016 when Governor Ajimobi revealed that People Wanted Ayefele's Music House Demolished, but he said 'its the Best Radio Studio in Oyo State'

This morning, Nigerians woke up to the news and pictures of Yinka Ayefele's radio house in Ibadan being demolished by the Oyo State government.As reactions to the development continues, this 2016 radio interview with Governor Ajimobi who had just been re-elected for his second term in office re-surfaced online.

Lionel Messi’s Brother Sentenced to 30-Months in Jail for illegal Gun Possession

Matias, the elder brother of Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi has been sentenced for possessing an illegal firearm. The 35-year-old received a two-and-a-half year prison sentence on Thursday, August 16, but instead of doing time in prison, he will undertake community service.

President Buhari Mourns the Demise of former UN scribe, Kofi Annan

President Buhari has commiserated with the government and people of Ghana over the passing of former United Nations (UN) Secretary General, Kofi Annan, in the early hours of Saturday 18th August, 2018.

''Magu's Chief of Staff Not Under Investigation'' - EFCC

Press statement from EFCC

The attention of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC has been drawn to a news report entitled, Magu's Chief of Staff Under Investigation for Bribery and Unalwful Enrichment, which was published by online news platforms, First Weekly Magazine, and Nigeriannewsdirect, alleging that Mr. Ola Olukoyede, Chief of Staff to Ibrahim Magu, acting chairman EFCC, is under investigation for alleged corruption.

President Buhari Vows to Jail all the Thieves that Brought Problems to the Nigerian Economy

President Buhari has vowed to ensure that all the ''thieves'' that destroyed Nigeria's economy are sent to jail. He made the vow while speaking with newsmen after his return from his 10-day vacation to the UK.''We are going to jail more of the thieves that brought the economic problems to the country. I think that is being expected of me and I will do it'' he said

INEC Suspends Rivers State Bye-Election over Violence

The Independent Electoral Commission has suspended the bye-election for the Port Harcourt Constituency lll State Assembly seat held on August 18 in the State.  Obo Effanga, the Resident Electoral Commissioner in Rivers State, who announced the suspension in a statement on Saturday night, cited widespread violence as reasons for the suspension. 

'It is Only in Nigeria that Government will Pay Dancers to Welcome a President who Left his Country to Enjoy himself Abroad' - Ayo Fayose

Reacting to the 'Sango' and traditional dancers who welcomed President Buhari back to Nigeria after his 10-days working holiday to London, the governor of Ekiti State, Ayo Fayose has described it as a waste of public funds.

The RCCG GO, Pastor Adeboye's Son, Leke, Get Dragged for saying the Greatest threat to Islam in Nigeria is RCCG, Winners and Other Churches

Leke, the last child of clergyman, Pastor E.A Adeboye, a few days ago, shared a post on his Instagram page in which he stated that the greatest threat to Islam in Nigeria is RCCG, Winners and churches of the same belief. In his post, Leke insinuated that someone is being paid to attack Nigerian churches on a daily basis.

Hilarious Photo of 'Sango' Dancers Who Welcomed President Buhari Back to Nigeria after his 10-days Working Visit to London

A few hours ago, President Buhari returned to Abuja after a 10 working days holiday to London and he got an enthusiastic reception from Nigerians including several traditional dancers.Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello and SGF Boss Mustapha were also part of the delegation that welcomed the president upon his arrival.See more photos below...

Who Agrees with this Tweet? "Nobody has the Lowest Voice than a guy Who is Asking for a Girl's Number in a Public Bus!"

Who agrees?

That Moment When President Buhari Returns from London Vacation

President Buhari this evening returned to Abuja after his 10-day vacation in the UK. He departed Nigeria on August 3rd. The presidential aircraft touched down at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. Ahead of his arrival, a Guard of Honor was mounted at the airport to receive the President.

Davido Admits the new 'Private Jet' Belongs to his Dad,He Has a Word to His Haters (Screenshot)

Last night, Davido flew in his new private jet for the first time shortly after his dad a few friends prayed and blessed the new aircraft.Despite the fact that Davido has always maintained that the new jet belongs to him, several people didn't believe it and now he's finally admitted that the the jet belongs to his dad.

Oyo State Government Demolishes Yinka Ayefele's Radio and Music House Valued at N800Million

The Oyo State government has demolished a property belonging to popular singer, Yinka Ayefele.Despite the protests by staff and fans of  Yinka Ayefele, the property which is estimated at over N800m and  houses the popular Fresh FM and Ayefele's music studio in Ibadan was demolished in the early hours of Sunday, 19 August 2018.

'A lot of Parents want me to be their Children's Mentor' - Denrele

Nigerian entertainment personality, Denrele Edun known for his exceptional style of fashion and quirky nature has revealed that a lot of people now want him to mentor their children. 

Arsenal Legend Nwankwo Kanu Slams Coach Unai Emery over his Criticism Towards Mesut Ozil

Arsenal star Mesut Ozil, 29, who earns £300,000 a week has been heavily criticised over his performance for the club.Earlier this week, Arsenal boss Unai Emery charged the mildfielder who was forced to retire from the German national team over racism and criticism to show commitment and not shy away from the challenge when they face Chelsea today.

''We’ll Humiliate Saraki Out of office'' Omo-Agege says

Senator Ovie Omo-Agege who is a prominent member of the Parliamentary Support Group, a body of the All Progressives Congress members in the National Assembly loyal to President Buhari, has vowed that the APC caucus in the Senate will do everything possible to ensure the exit of Bukola Saraki as senate president.

Congratulations as R&B Singer Sisqo Marries Girlfriend of 15-Years Elizabeth Pham in Minnesota

R&B singer Sisqo, 39, has finally tied the knot with girlfriend of 15-years Elizabeth Pham.

#POLITICS: Dino Melaye Releases Another Hit Song, Trolls Godswill Akpabio

Yesterday Dino Melaye joined senate president Bukola Saraki to pay a courtesy visit to Akwa  Ibom state governor, Emmanuel Udom. During the visit, Dino released another hit song. In the song, he trolled the former governor of the state now Senator, Godswill Akpabio, who recently defected from PDP to APC. 

Watch a video of Dino singing below

19 Nigerian Men Arrested in Nairobi for Allegedly Engaging in Electronic Fraud targeting Kenyans

Kenya's directorate of criminal investigations has arrested 19 Nigerians residing in Umoja, Kasarani and Roysambu estates within Nairobi for allegedly engaging in electronic fraud targeting Kenyans. 

INEC Chairman says ''Dates for 2019 Elections will not be Shifted''

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mahmood Yakubu, says the date for the 2019 general elections will not be shifted. The INEC boss disclosed this on Friday in an interview with journalists at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.

Robber bags 148 years in Prison for Forcing Couples to have Sex at Gunpoint

A man convicted of attacking couples at New Jersey motels and forcing them to have sex at gunpoint before he robbed them, has been sentenced to 148 years in state prison.43-year-old Rasheed Powell from Elizabeth was convicted in March on 60 counts, including aggravated sexual assault and robbery charges.

A Nigerian and a Ghanaian on Twitter

This is hilarious...

Nigerian Broadcaster, Emma Ugolee Undergoes Successful fistula Bypass Surgery

Nigerian broadcaster, Emma Ugolee has just undergone a successful fistula bypass surgery at the Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center.In his post surgery post, Ugolee wrote, 'God hasn't heard this many people knock on his door over one person in a while I imagine. He listened to your calls my loved ones. Angels were dispatched. I'm out. Mad Pain but Successful. I'm overwhelmed. God bless you. Thank you. I love you so much. Discharged in a few days'.

Former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan Dies at 80

Former United Nations Secretary-General, Kofi Annan has died. According to Ghanaian media, he died in Switzerland, this morning August 18th after a brief illness.Mr. Annan was the 7th Secretary-General of the United Nations.

Born in Kumasi on April 8, 1938, Annan was UN secretary General from January 1997 to December 2006. Annan and the UN were the co-recipients of the 2001 Nobel Peace Prize

May his soul rest in peace, Amen.

22 People Busted in a $450 Million Luxury Counterfeit Ring in New York City and New Jersey

      

22 people have been arrested in connection to a $450 million counterfeit ring in what authorities are calling one of the largest counterfeit goods takedown in New York City's history.

Princess Diana’s Former Bodyguard Blames Prince Harry for not Protecting his Father-in-law from the Manipulative Ways of the Press

                              

Retired Metropolitan Police inspector Ken Wharfe, who was also Princess Diana’s former bodyguard, has blamed Prince Harry and other officials working for the Royal family for not protecting Meghan Markle’s father from the manipulative ways of the press.

Osinbajo Visits Site of collapsed Building in Abuja

Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo has paid a visit to the site of a four-storey building that collapsed in Abuja this afternoon.At least 18 people are trapped beneath the rubble of the four-storey building which collapsed at about 1.30pm in the Jabi area of Abuja.

Bodies of Missing Pregnant Wife and her Two Daughters Found as her Husband Appears in Court After Confessing to killing them

                                
The bodies of a missing pregnant wife and her two daughters have been found hours after her husband, who initially went on TV to plead for their return, confessed to killing them

"It was a Spirit that Told me to Go and Kill her" - 14-year-Old Housemaid Narrates How She Murdered her Madam

                                        

The Edo State Police Command on Friday, paraded a 14-year-old girl, who allegedly killed her septugenarian madam in Benin, Edo State by smashing her head with a stone.  

Anna Amos, a secondary school student was arrested by the police on Tuesday, for the murder of 71-year-old Hellen Adodo, whom she had lived with since March, 2018, as a house-maid.

Photos: Davido Meets Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike

      
Nigerian popstar, Davido who is currently in Rivers State to shoot a music video with Duncan Mighty met with the state governor, Nyesom Wike.

Super Eagles Defender William Troost-Ekong signs for Italy's Udinese in a €3.3M Deal

   

Super Eagles defender William Troost-Ekong has joined Italian side,Udinese in a deal worth €3.3m from Turkish side, Bursaspor.

The 24-year-old centre-back who played three games for Nigeria at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia completed the move this afternoon.

Photos: Bauchi Police Arrest Homosexual Who Jumped into a Man's House and Attempted to Rape him

   

The Bauchi State Police Command on Wednesday, paraded a suspected homosexual alongside other suspects arrested for various offences. 

 Briefing newsmen at the Headquarters, the Spokesperson for the Command, DSP Kamal Abubakar, said the 35-year-old homosexual, Ismail Yusuf jumped into a man's house and attempted to rape him. The incident happened on Monday.

Tragic Struck As One dead and Several others Trapped as Three Storey Shopping Complex building Collapse in Abuja (

One person has been confirmed dead while several others are trapped in the rubble of a three-storeyed shopping complex under construction, which collapsed at Jabi area in Abuja today.  According to reports, the incident occurred at 1:20pm while workers were still at the building. It was gathered that those trapped include workers, children and food vendors.  

Davido & his Boo Chioma Pose on the Airstairs of his New Private Jet (photo)

Pictured is Davido with his girlfriend, Chioma on the air stairs of his private jet. The singer revealed in a post on instagram minutes ago that this is the first time both of them are flying in his jet together.

Photos of Electric Tricycle Reportedly Made in Aba

                 

These photos of a tricycle popularly known as keke have been circulating online with the claim that it was made in Aba.

Turkish Football Team Sells 18 Players to Buy 10 Goats (Photo)

                              

A Turkish football team, Gulspor, has sold 18 youth players and bought 10 goats in a bid to earn ‘extra money from milk sales’ which they say will be used to serve the club’s priority needs.

The club based in the city of Isparta, is one of the oldest clubs in Turkey, founded in 1954.

Ugandan President Pledges to Jail any Official Demanding Bribes from Foreign Investor

 
As Tweeted by president Yoweri Museveni

69-Year-old Secretary-General of Kenya Trade Unions Brags About his Bedroom Prowess...and his $4,999 Gold Watch

                         

The Secretary-General of Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) Kenya, Francis Atwoli on Wednesday, bragged about his prowess in the 'other room' and his $4, 999 (Ksh5,000000) gold Franck Muller wristwatch.

The 69-year-old father of 17, who stated this during an interview on Citizen Television's Jeff KoinangeLive show, also confirmed that he is married to a journalist, KTN news anchor Mary Kilobi, 34.

Lionel Messi's Brother Handed two-and-a-half-Year Suspended Prison Sentence for Possessing an Illegal Firearm

                            

Barcelona superstar, Lionel Messi's older brother has been handed two-and-a-half-year suspended prison sentence for possessing an illegal firearm.

The Barcelona star's sibling, Matias, received a two-and-a-half year prison sentence on Thursday August 16th but instead of going to jail, he will undertake community service.