Lagos flags off construction of 114 roads In 57 LGAs

The Lagos State Government on Tuesday announced the flagging off of 114 roads to be constructed in the 57 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in the State, just as it assured that more roads will be accommodated in the next phase of the project.

Gunmen storm RCCG church, abducts pastor, demands N50m as ransom

A pastor with the Redeemed Christian Church of God has been kidnapped by yet-to-be identified persons.

I paid for my wife's release - Fegor Ogude

Amkar Perm midfielder Fegor Ogude has disclosed that he beat down the price asked by abductors and paid only 1.3 million naira as ransom for the release of his wife from kidnappers.

Van Gaal admits some Man United performances have left him 'very bored' this season

Louis van Gaal admits some of Manchester United's performances this season have left him "very bored".

Liverpool complete loan signing of QPR defender Steven Caulker

Liverpool have completed the loan signing of QPR centre-back Steven Caulker, the Premier League club have announced.

Istanbul Blast: At Least 10 Killed, 15 Injured Following A Bomb Blast

A massive explosion that rocked a square in the historic Sultanahmet district of the Turkish city of Istanbul today Tuesday, January 12 left at least 10 people dead and 15 others injured.

Blessing Okagbare Inks Endorsement Deal With First Bank

Top Nigerian female sprinter, Blessing Okagbare has just inked a brand endorsement deal with First Bank. Blessing will be presented by the bank as a model of hard work and exploits to the youth.

Ballon d’Or 2015: who voted for who in this year’s poll

Almost 500 captains, coaches and journalists had their say in voting for Fifa’s Ballon d’Or, with Lionel Messi unsurprisingly walking away with his fifth title with an incredible share of 41.3%.

TB Joshua rated 13th most famous prophet in the world

Founder of Synagogue Church of All Nations, SCOAN, Pastor Temitope Joshua, has been rated as the 13th most famous prophet in the world.

National News Headlines-12/1/2015

DAILY TRUST

*Sylva to challenge Bayelsa gov election results

*Cracks in APC over spokesmans role

*PDP demands investigation into killings in Bayelsa

*Re-run lacks credibility - TMG

*Money-for-defection: Jigawa govt to sue PDP

*Lawani, Ode to dump PDP for APC