Thursday, 26 February 2015

Price Stability: Expert commends CBN for adopting ‘float’ 

exchange rate mechanism 


A financial expert, Mr Sewa Wusu, on Wednesday commended the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for adopting the “float’’ exchange rate mechanism to ensure price stability. 

KYLIE JENNER BUYS A HOUSE FOR $2.7 MILLION!

She may just be a kid, but that hasn’t stopped 17 year Kylie Jenner from buying her own house.

Maintaining a happy relationship

Dating can be a great way to have fun and learn a lot about yourself and another person. Healthy relationships are those that are partnerships, in which you can laugh, feel safe and supported, share ideas and feelings, and respect another person, as well as feel respected yourself.

'Jihadi John' killer from Islamic State beheading videos named by media

The "Jihadi John" killer who has featured in several Islamic State beheading videos is Mohammed Emwazi, a Briton from a middle class family who grew up in London and graduated from college with a degree in computer programming, the Washington Post newspaper said.

How To Be More Resilient When Life Disappoints You


All of us work with disappointment every day. Our expectations are constantly being disrupted, whether it's having a friend be late to a plan, missing a train, or the store running out of the brand of toilet paper you want.
Vin Diesel Is Expecting His Third Child!


The Fast and Furious star and his longtime girlfriend, Paloma JimĂ©nez, are expecting their third child together, a source tells E! News. But because the baby is expected to arrive around the time that Furious 7 hits theaters, The Hollywood Reporter reports that Diesel has backed out of the ritzy premiere slated for March 10 at the Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi, one of the film's locations. A studio source confirm to E! News that both the junket and the premiere have moved from Abu Dhabi to Los Angeles.
China Drops Apple From Approved Tech List



The list of approved products that state departments can buy no longer includes items from some of the world's biggest firms.
14 Ways To Create The Best Relationship Of Your Life

We have cracked the code of love and have found the pathway to the relationships we long for. You can create a fulfilling, safe-haven relationship, restoring the romantic love bond, beginning now:
Taylor Swift Donates Song Proceeds To Schools


Taylor Swift has donated $50,000 (£32,000) from the proceeds of one of her singles to New York City's public schools. The singer donates $50,000 to New York's Department of Education despite being criticised for not being a native of the city.

“WE HAVE ONLY 2 SHEKAUS LEFT, ARMY HAVE KILLED THE REST” – ABUBAKAR SHEKAU

After the recent resurgence of activities against Boko Haram by the Nigerian Armed Forces and an onslaught on Sambisa Forest, for the first time in a very long while, Boko haram are on the defensive.

Man gets bionic eye, sees wife for first time in decade

A Minnesota man who got a bionic eye implant was able to see his wife for the first time in 10 years.
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Tuesday, 24 February 2015

8 Sweet Ways To Remind Your Guy Why He Loves You


If you feel the spark between the two of you fading, here's what to do ...

8 Unconventionally Smart Things Happy Couples Do Differently


Every now and then, we browse Metafilter, a huge community questionboard, to stave off our boredom. When we came across a board titled, What Clever Relationship Hacks Have You Come Up With?, we couldn't help but be grateful that we learned something in the process of passing the afternoon hours. To clarify, by "relationship hacks," the original poster meant clever or unconventional ways to maintain a healthy relationship. Since the forum received so much feedback, we've narrowed down eight of the funniest (and presumably wisest) relationship tips from real-life couples from around the web. Let us know in the comments whether or not you agree with these: 

Chris Brown's Thoughts About Rihanna and Leonardo DiCaprio


Chris Brown has something to say about the idea of his ex-girlfriend Rihanna cozying up to actor Leonardo DiCaprio.

Monday, 23 February 2015

THE OSCARS 2015 FULL WINNERS LIST


Here's the list of nominees for the 87th Academy Awards. Winners are noted in bold and with an asterisk.

Tyga Gushes Over Kylie Jenner: 'I Love Her'


After denying rumors that he's dating 17-year-old Kylie Jenner, Tyga shows a lot of love for the reality star on both Instagram and during a radio show interview.

Common and John legend receives cheers from audience at the just concluded oscars


Common and John Legend are congratulated with a big hug from our own Nigerian-British actor David Oyelowo and Oprah Winfrey, after winning the Oscar Award for “best original song” GLORY for the movie “Selma”. A big congrats too them...

Thursday, 19 February 2015

2015 Elections: Senate satisfied with INEC’s readiness, card reader


The Senate on Wednesday expressed confidence on the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) readiness to conduct free, fair and credible elections.

Train Crushes Man In Lagos


A man was Thursday crushed by a fast-moving train at Iju Ishaga area of Lagos State. Eyewitnesses stated that the deceased, Yakubu Samuel, who rode on a motorcycle numbered BDG 601QC, ignored warnings from the railway traffic officer about the oncoming train. Rather than wait until the train passed, Samuel attempted to speed across the rail tracks and was it by train.

“I WON’T ARREST GOODLUCK JONATHAN WHEN I BECOME PRESIDENT” – GEN BUHARI 


Gen. Muhammadu Buhari, The Presidential candidate of the APC, who had iterated his commitment to fighting Corruption by arresting all corrupt politicians has stated that he will not arrest President Goodluck Jonathan.


A woman allegedly strangled three children to death, including her 10-day old son, and ate his heart in Korogocho slums on Tuesday.

Man-eating’ tiger shot dead in India


Armed forest guards have shot dead a man-eating tiger in southern India after the animal attacked and killed a farmer and a tea plantation worker, an official said Thursday.

Arsene Wenger pledges to Help Rebuild Nigerian Football


Arsenal boss, Arsene Wenger, has pledged to co-operate with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) with regards to releasing of Nigerian players in his club.

Wednesday, 18 February 2015

Top Obama adviser reveals what happens when the president loses his temper


AP/Eric Gay President Barack Obama at a presidential debate at the University of Denver. President Barack Obama stunned David Axelrod, one of Obama's top campaign advisers, during the 2012 election when the president allegedly cussed at him and walked out of their debate-prep session. Axelrod told the story in his new book, "Believer: My Forty Years in Politics."

‘Pirates Of The Caribbean 5’ Will End In Cliffhanger For Sixth And Final Movie


“Pirates of the Caribbean 5” will have a cliffhanger ending and will pave the way for the sixth and final movie, a new report claims. Meanwhile, actor Johnny Depp has arrived in Australia to begin filming for the movie. The actor will be reprising his role as the protagonist Captain Jack Sparrow.

How Apple could change cars forever — or fail trying


The news Friday that Apple has up to 1,000 employees actively working on some kind of car — a kind of "electric minivan," not just software in the dashboard — set off a nuclear bomb of speculation, jokes and lukewarm takes. At one extreme came the Detroit-centric reaction, the "oh, this carbuilding business is sooo hard and costly" view, which felt dated when it was deployed against Preston Tucker. From the left coast came the Silicon Valley excitement at impending disruption and the potential profits, epitomized by investor Jason Calacanis predicting Apple will buy Tesla for $75 billion in 18 months.
Some Pro-Kiev Forces Withdraw From Ukrainian Town of Debaltseve

Some pro-government forces began on Wednesday to pull out of the rebel-besieged east Ukrainian town of Debaltseve, commanders of the paramilitary units said.

Senate Summons Jega



The Senate yesterday issued sweeping summons to the Chairman Independent National Electoral Commission, (INEC) Prof Attahiru Jega to appear before the Upper House today to explain the circumstances that led to the shift of the general elections

Kurdish forces repel ISIS offensive near Irbil


After hours of heavy fighting, Kurdish fighters in Iraq have repelled an assault by ISIS fighters southwest of Irbil, Kurdish officials said.

Niger says troops kill suspected Boko Haram suicide bomber


Soldiers shot dead a suicide bomber suspected of belonging to Islamist militant group Boko Haram on Monday after he tried to detonate an explosive belt near a military post in the southern Niger town of Bagara, the army said on Tuesday.

Will Smith: “My Marriage Has Died”


For the past eighteen years, Will Smith and  Jada Pinkett Smithhave built a reputation as being one of Hollywood’s most unshakable couples. But Will Smith recently admitted that within their highly talked about marriage, there have been times so rocky that their relationship has pretty much died at points. However, instead of calling it quits, these two just find a new way to make things work.

Monday, 16 February 2015

Ebola: Liberian Schools Re-Open After Six Months


Schools in Liberia, Monday reopened, six months after they were closed due to the spread of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD). Pupils welcomed the move, but some raised fears that the deadly disease had not yet been totally eradicated.

Boko Haram insurgents attack Cameroon army base, several wounded


MAROUA, Cameroon (Reuters) - Nigerian Boko Haram insurgents attacked a Cameroon military camp near the town of Waza in the north of the country on Monday, wounding several soldiers, an army spokesman said.

Dictatorship: Only Abacha Was Worse Than Buhari


Professor Wole Soyinka has declared his  General Muhammadu Buhari, All Progressives Congress presidential candidate, as the second most brutal dictator in the history of the country. In a video interview posted on the  BBC website on Monday, Soyinka said: After Abacha, he (Buhari) represented the most brutal face of military dictatorship. There is no question about that.”

TATTOOS ARE TO RAISE AWARENESS OF WORLD HUNGER


The striker celebrated scoring against Caen by removing his shirt to reveal the names of dozens of people suffering across the world.

Gunmen kill APC chairman in Plateau


Gunmen on Sunday night killed the ward chairman of the All Progressives Congress in Kurra Falls of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, Rev. Samuel Doro.

Obasanjo has nothing on Jonathan – Fayose



Ekiti State Governor, Mr Ayodele Fayose has accused former President Olusegun Obasanjo of fighting against President Goodluck Jonathan for refusal to be controlled by Obasanjo and ruling Nigeria from his Ota Farm.


A "defenceless" 92-year-old man was knocked to the ground by a mugger who grabbed his wallet and fled with just £5.

A scorpion has stung a woman on the hand minutes before her flight from Los Angeles to Portland took off.

Bobbi Kristina Brown’s Organs Are Shutting Down (Report)


Bobbi Kristina Brown’s health has taken a turn for the worse as she fights for her life in an Atlanta hospital, according to media reports.

Egypt bombed ISIS targets in Libya after killings of Christians


Egypt hit back Monday with airstrikes aimed at ISIS-affiliated jihadists in Libya who are believed to have beheaded more than a dozen Egyptian Coptic Christians.

Friday, 13 February 2015

9 Things You Need To Stop Doing If You Want To Be Successful

Earl Nightingale, American motivational speaker and author, once said, “We become what we think about.” Perhaps truer words have never been spoken. The human mind is an incredible thing, and having the right attitude and mindset has routinely been stated by numerous successful people as being a pivotal key to success. Sometimes, however, it is easy to get side-tracked. Situations in life can get in the way of our goals, self-esteem, and personal well-being. Truthfully, success is a subjective term, and everyone will disagree over what constitutes being successful. Here are a list of guidelines, however, of some things to stop doing if you want to be or feel successful.

Arrest and prosecute anyone caught buying PVCs –

 APC tells INEC


The Cross Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has called on INEC to arrest and prosecute those alleged to be buying PVCs.

Nigeria's 'Boko Haram' militants attack Chad for the first time



Suspected Nigerian Boko Haram militants have carried out an attack on Chad overnight, the first such assault on Chadian soil, security sources say.

Big Brother Star Tayo Faniran Makes Nollywood Debut



First runner-up in the last Big Brother Africa reality show (Hotshots edition), Tayo Faniran, has made his debut in a new movie, The Anniversary, shot last week, in Lagos.
 Over 500 Northern pastors endorse Buhari

As the March 28 date for Nigeria’s presidential election draws near, no fewer than 500 pastors congregating under the auspices of Northern Christian Leaders Eagle Eye Forum yesterday pledged their unalloyed support for the standard flag bearer of the All Progressives Congress, APC, General Muhammadu Buhari (rtd). 

Kenyan Actress Lupita Talks About Pressure of Fame



Oscar winning actress Lupita Nyong'o loves her time in the limelight but she says there is a huge price to fame.
The 12 Year's a Slave star who is on the cover of the March issue of Lucky, told the magazine being a recognisable face has it's down side.