US Names Two Boko Haram Leaders for Sanctions

The US Department of Treasury on Tuesday singled out two leaders of the violent Boko Haram Islamist group for economic sanctions, saying both are closely involved in deadly attacks in Nigeria.

House of Reps approve N574.5bn supplementary budget

The House of Representatives has approved a reviewed amount of 574.5 billion Naira, as supplementary appropriation for the 2015 Fiscal Year.

Kevin de Bruyne Brace Helps Manchester City Reach Semi-Finals of League Cup

In-form Kevin De Bruyne struck twice as Premier League leaders Manchester City overpowered Hull City 4-1 on Tuesday to lead three top-flight teams into the League Cup semi-finals. 

Ayo Adesanya shares cute photo of her son

Veteran Nollywood Actress, Ayo Adesanya has shared a cute photo of herself and her son and her 11-year-old son, describing him as her ‘man crush’

Sylva will Bring Change to Bayelsa – Oshiomhole tells Voters

Governor Adams Oshiomhole has reassured Bayelsa residents that the All Progressives Congress gubernatorial candidate, Timipere Sylva will bring change to the state and solve the problem of underdevelopment.

FIFA withdraw Eaglets skipper award after blunder

World football governing body FIFA have withdrawn bronze boot award from Golden Eaglets skipper Kelechi Nwakali at the recent U17 World Cup in Chile and re-awarded it to compatriot Samuel Chukwueze after a mistake

324 students participate in Qur’anic recitation competition in Jigawa

No fewer than 324 students are currently participating in the 30th Qur’anic Recitation Competition organised by Jigawa State Ministry of Education.

Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and wife Priscilla announce birth of daughter

Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan have announced the arrival of a baby daughter and pledged to donate 99% of their Facebook shares - around $45bn - to an foundation they've set up to support children all over the world.

Islamic State has hundreds of promoters within the US

Hundreds of people are promoting and recruiting for the Islamic State from within the United States, according to a new study.

Minimum wage: Oshiomhole vows to lead protest against Governors

Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo State on Tuesday vowed to personally lead protest against any of his colleagues who fails to pay the N18,000 minimum wage.