BREAKING NEWS: Senate passes Nigerian Peace Corps Bill

The Senate on Thursday passed the Nigerian Peace Corps Bill into law, thereby giving approval for the establishment of the Nigerian Peace Corps as an agency under the Ministry of Interior.
Presenting the report of the Committee on Interior on the floor of the Senate, the committee chairman, Senator Bayero Nafada urged the Senate to support the passage of the Bill, saying

Workers shut down Caverton Helicopters operations

Aviation trade unions on Thursday shut down the operations of Caverton Helicopters at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport , Lagos over alleged sack of 150 workers.

The unions – the Air Transport Services Senior Staff Association of Nigeria  and the National Union of Air Transport Employees – accused

Obasanjo, IBB, Abdulsalaam, others are overfed, they shouldn’t be paid salary arrears - MURIC

The Muslim Rights Concern, MURIC, on Wednesday expressed disappointment with General Yakubu Gowon (rtd), General Ibrahim Babangida (rtd), General Abdulsalaam Abubakar (rtd) and General Olusegun Obasanjo (rtd) for expecting payment of their salary arrears as ex-heads of state when workers have not

Iran's Ayatollah Khamenei warns the US that Iran will react if sanctions are renewed

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said Wednesday his country will react if the United States renews sanctions against the Islamic Republic.

"If this sanction is implemented, this is definitely a violation of the agreement, without any doubt," Khamenei said

Nollywood actress, Rita Dominic, signs new endorsement deal

Nollywood star actress, Rita Dominic, has been unveiled as the brand ambassador of a Canadian luxury hair brand, BK Unique Hair. The announcement was made at a media launch, which held at

"I have had an incredible career" Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard retires from football having 'fulfilled his dreams'

Following recent media speculation surrounding my future I can confirm my retirement from playing professional football.I have had an incredible career and am thankful for each and every moment of my time at Liverpool, England and LA Galaxy. I feel very fortunate to have had the career I've had but none of it would have been possible without the support of so many people. Firstly, I would like to

Super Eagles rise above 10 countries to 50th position and 8 in Africa by FIFA Ranking

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have stepped up 10 places to 50th position in the November ranking released by FIFA on Thursday. Gernot Rohr's men are now 8th in Africa,behind

Is Kcee a Pastor Now?

Kcee took to Instagram to reveal daily success principles. Acording to him, God tells us that the more time we spend meditating on and speaking His Word, the more we will see the benefits in our everyday lives and even have a closer

Zidane and James Rodriguez more divided than ever

James Rodriguez has become the third-least used player under Zinedine Zidane at Real Madrid and their relationship is severely weakening.
Once again, the Colombian was an unused sub for the 2-1 victory over Sporting CP in the Champions League.
Only Fabio Coentrao, Casemiro, and

Central African Republic: Renewed fighting kills 16

The clashes took place in the town of Bria, about 600 km (375 miles) northeast of the capital Bangui, and pitted the Popular Front for the Renaissance of Central African Republic against the Union for Central African People.
Both militia groups were part of the Seleka, a mainly Muslim coalition that toppled the then-president in 2013, prompting reprisals by Christian anti-Balaka militias

Nigerians want to know way out of recession - Saraki

The Senate President, Bukola Saraki, yesterday asserted that the 8th Senate is very much concerned about the present state of the Nigerian economy, stressing that “Today, what is important for the people we represent is how do we get ourselves out of this recession”.
Speaking while presenting a keynote address at

Amazing Photos Of Folorunsho Alakija’s Iranian Daughter-In-Law, Naza

Africa’s richest woman, Folorunsho Alakija’s son, Folarin wedded his beautiful Iranian bride, Naza, in a lavish ceremony in Lagos over the weekend.

Military has killed 150 pro-Biafra activists - Amnesty International

“The military should not be involved in managing or responding to peaceful demonstrations or gathering. The Nigerian government should initiate prompt and impartial investigations into allegations of killings, torture, arbitrary arrests and detentions, incommunicado detention and excessive use of force in

Obasanjo attacks Buhari, knocks N’Assembly members

Obasanjo spoke during a lecture he delivered at the First Akintola Williams Annual Lecture in Lagos titled, “Nigeria yesterday, today and tomorrow: Governance and accountability.’’

He said that it would have been needless for Nigerians to cry for a change of government if things were rosy in the country before Buhari took over.

The ex-President also faulted the proposed borrowing of US$30bn by

My driver ran mad after eating my wife’s food – Pastor

Pastor Gideon Johnson of No 4, Boripe St., Basorun-Ibadan, Oyo State, on Wednesday accused his wife of poisoning his driver who then allegedly ran mad after eating a meal she prepared for him to eat.

Gideon said this at a Grade C Customary Court sitting at Agodi-Ibadan, where he had gone to seek the dissolution of his 17-year-old marriage to

[BusinessNews] Buhari’s economic policies need review - Utomi, Rewane, dons

Some notable economists on Tuesday urged the President Muhammadu-led administration to review, as a matter of urgency, its economies policies or risk further decline in the economic fortunes of the country.
They insisted that the current economic policies of the government were not making the desired impact, hence the need for a comprehensive review.
This came a day after the National Bureau of Statistics released data showing that the economy

Mourinho: I hope Messi stays put, Barcelona belongs to him

Barcelona secured qualification to the Champions League last-16 as group winners, and Luis Enrique saluted his players after they won 2-0 at Celtic.
Manchester City's draw away at Borussia Monchengladbach ensured the Catalans could no longer be caught in top spot, and the Asturian insists the players should be commended for making it through a

Suicide Bomb plast killed two in Borno

The Police Command in Borno on Thursday, confirmed the killing of two persons after a suicide bombing around Muna garage in Maiduguri.

Mr Victor Isuku, the spokesman of the command stated this in a statement in Maiduguri.

“About 2106hours of Wednesday, an explosion occurred at Muna garage along Gamboru Ngala road Maiduguri.

“Two persons, including the

APC just gathering of people, not yet a political party – Faleke

Former running mate to the deceased All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship candidate in Kogi State, Prince Abubakar Audu, James Faleke, has frowned at the party’s handling of the crisis in the state, stressing that the party is at the verge of collapse.
Speaking in Ogbonicha, Ofu Local Government Area of Kogi State, Faleke who is currently a member of the House of Representatives ruled out any form of reconciliation with the

Juicy Details Of Flavour & His Bevy Of Beautiful Women As He Clocks 33

Nigerian singer, Flavour who clocked 33 yesterday seems to be quite a ladies’ man and has been linked to a couple of ravishing women having two baby mamas to back that up.
Recently, singer, Yemi Alade admitted that she wished Flavour would marry her. It could be the sound of his voice, toned body, we can’t say for sure but Flavour does attract really charming ladies.
Stargist.com brings you details of the bevy of beautiful women  Flavour has been linked