Mother and triplets detained in hospital in Delta state for 7 weeks over unpaid medical bill

A new mother and her newborn triplets were detained in a private hospital in Asaba, Delta State for 7 weeks after failing to pay about N725k medical bill.

The mother, Mrs Echenim, said she was barred from leaving her room from when she gave birth in July till early September because of her family's inability to pay the bills. The triplets’ father, Godswill Echenim, said he took his wife to the clinic because of the prolonged strike by doctors in public hospital.
"For about 7 weeks, since the kids were delivered, we have been in this hospital. I had registered my wife for ante-natal at the Federal Medical Centre, Asaba, but because of the strike by doctors, I brought her here for the delivery." He said last week.

Nigerian troops raid terrorist hideout in Kawuri, over 50 sect members killed

Over 50 men of the insurgency group, Boko Haram, were yesterday September 7th  killed after Nigerian troops raided the sect members hideout in Kwauri, Borno state. This is according to a statement by the Nigerian military.

Items recovered from them includes Fabricated Artillery gun, Two Anti-aircraft gun, an armored vehicle and assorted types of ammunition. Food items, hardware, personal clothing were destroyed during the gun battle. One officer and two soldiers were seriously injured.

Singer Omawumi gets engaged to her baby daddy

After years of dating and a child together, singer Omawumi is finally engaged to her baby daddy, Toyin Yusuf. He popped the question today and Omawumi said yes. Check out her ring on the right. Big congrats to them. See a photo of Toyin after the cut...

Former President Obasanjo's son reportedly shot in Mubi by Boko Haram

Sahara Reporters is reporting that Boko Haram militants attacked a platoon led by the son of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, shooting him today.. They say he sustained serious injuries to his legs and was being transported to the hospital at the time of their report. Find it below...

"Adeboye Obasanjo, an army engineer, was a Lieutenant Colonel at the 3rd Division in Jos, Plateau State.
He and his platoon were engaged with Boko Haram militants at Baza, which is the village of the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 3rd division when the incident took place."

'Are they true pastors'? Cardinal Okojie speaks on Chris and Anita Oyakhilome divorce drama

Speaking with a Vanguard reporter recently, Catholic Archbishop Emeritus of Lagos, Anthony Cardinal Okogie, said the drama going on between Pastors Chris and Anita Oyakhilome is disturbing. He said when pastors refuse to honour the vows they took at the altar of God, what do they expect from the ordinary members of their congregation?

“When the going was good, they took vows on the altar of God to stay together in sickness and in health, until death do them part. They promise to make one another faithful partner in the presence of God, their family and friends and vow to be each other’s faithful partner in sickness and in health, in good times and in bad, and in joy as well as in sorrow. (with their separation ) It shows that they cannot live by what they preach. The Bible says: ‘What God has joined together, let no man put asunder.’ So why are they putting asunder what the good Lord has joined together if they are men of God as they claim?”Okojie said

'I wasn't hired by Nigerian Govt' - Australian hostage negotiator Stephen Davis allegedly says

Australian hostage negotiator Stephen Davis who has been widely described as a man hired by the Nigerian government to negotiate with Boko Haram in an effort to help free the Chibok girls, has allegedly said he was not in Nigeria (for four months) at the request of the federal government.

In an interview with Soni Daniel, which was published on Vanguard yesterday, Stephen allegedly said he was never engaged by the Nigerian government to dialogue with the sect.

"I was not engaged by the Federal Government of Nigeria, any state government or any other party. I went to Nigeria in late April in an effort to facilitate a handover of the Chibok captives after discussing such a possibility with former commanders of JAS (Jama’atu Ahlul Sunnah Lih Da’awa wal Jihad otherwise known as JAS) and others close to Boko Haram. Why did you release the report of your assignment to the media instead of sending it to government? I did not construct a report of my efforts in Nigeria. As I said earlier, I was not engaged by any party and therefore had no obligation to report to anyone."

Another case of Ebola confirmed in Lagos + Sister of late PH doctor discharged

 

The Special Assistant to the Minister of Health on Media and Communication, Dan Nwomeh took to twitter to share some of the statements the minister made during a press conference held earlier today Sept. 8th. There's a new confirmed Ebola case in Lagos and the sister of late Port Harcourt doctor, Enemoah, has been discharged. See more tweets after the cut...

Photos: Miley Cyrus parties topless in New York

Miley went topless, with only ice cream pasties covering her nipples, as she attended an Alexander Wang after party for New York Fashion Week yesterday with some friends. She also wore Cannabis earrings and her glasses were made out of pills. And the cigarette in one hand. See more photos after the cut...

New report claims adultery is not Anita Oyakhilome’s ground for divorce

There were reports last week that pastor Anita Oyakhilome, the wife of Christ Embassy Head Pastor Chris Oyakhilome is seeking to divorce him on the grounds of 'adultery' & ‘unreasonable behaviour’ but a new report is claiming this is not true.

According to ThisDay, who said they have a copy of the court papers for the divorce process filed at the Principal Registry of the Family Division (PRFD) of the High Court of Justice, Anita filed for divorce on the ground that 'the marriage has broken down irretrievably.'

In her statement of case in support of petition at PRFD with number FD14001650, Pastor Anita however, accused her husband of having inappropriate relationship with some of his female staff members.

Okay, let me get this straight. Her official reason for filing is not 'adultery' but she alleged in her statement in court that he's having inappropriate relationship with women? It's not the same thing? Find the statement after the cut...

Boko Haram reportedly takes over Michika town in Adamawa

Heavily armed Boko Haram men have reportedly taken over Michika, one of the key towns in Adama state. According to Sahara Reporters, the sect men arrived the town yesterday September 7th, chased out Nigerian troops and hoisted their flag in the town. This is coming three days after the militants seized Gulak town.

Residents in the town say the Nigerian military flew over the area but did not attack the sect men.

Soldiers from the 23 Brigade in Yola, Adamawa state, are said to have been mobilized to prevent the sect men from taking over Mubi, a key city which is some kilometers away from Michika.

Photos from comedienne Joan Rivers funeral

The funeral ceremony of legendary comedian and Fashion TV host, Joan Rivers, held yesterday at Temple Emmanu-EI in New York. comedienne
Joan Rivers wanted a star-studded funeral and she got one. Everyone from Hollywood, fashion, media and money was at her funeral. Guiliana Rancic, Kathy Griffin, Kelly Osbourne; Sarah Jessica Parker, Whoopi Goldberg; Howard Stern, Mehmet Oz, Alan Cumming, Clive Davis, Carolina Herrera, Michael Kors, Barbara Walters, Diane Sawyer, Kathie Lee, Andy Cohen, Donald Trump, Steve Forbes amongst others. See more photos from the funeral when you continue...

Kendall Jenner poses completely nude

Kendall Jenner wants to be taken seriously as a model and one of the things models are known to do is pose nude. The 18 year old followed in her big sister's footsteps by posing completely nude for famed photographer Russell James. Kendall is featured in his book, Angels, alongside other models and female celebs. See the full photo after the cut...

"Women can't separate us" - Bracket

In an interview with Sunday Express, music duo, Smash and Vast of Bracket, said money and women can't make them go their separate ways because according to them, they have grown past that.

"Money has not separated us, so women won't do that to us. We had a little issue about money in the past and we settled it. So when it comes to women or when Smash sees me with people who will not add value to my life, he warns me. And when I don't listen, he will let me be. Then when it all goes wrong, he will still be the person I come back to. I don't think women or money can be a problem between us at this stage"

The duo also revealed that in the next two to three years, they should be married

"Marriage is a must-do thing and we are not getting any younger. Within the next two-three years we should do that. We are still single but we are not getting any younger. We would love to get married"

Photos: Fans storm Australian airport to catch a glimpse of Kim & Kanye

Kim and Kanye are currently in Australia where Kanye is performing some shows. Kanye performed at Adelaide Hindmarsh Stadium on Sunday night and this morning, the power couple headed to the local airport to fly out to Melbourne for Kanye's next performance.

When fans heard, through social media, that Kim and Kanye will be flying commercial and will be passing through the airport, they stormed Adelaide airport to catch a glimpse of the couple. Of course, Kim and Kanye were escorted through the airport by bodyguards and several members of the Australia Federal Police. And according to reports, Kim was especially nice to the fans who came out to see them. Some school children even left school to go to the airport. See more photos after the cut...

I got Pregnant and Married Joseph immediately - Adaeze Yobo

Speaking with Sun News, former beauty queen and Joseph Yobo's wife, Adaeze Igwe Yobo, opened up on how they met, how fast they got married, and the joys motherhood. Excerpts below...

How did you meet your hus­band?
I met him in Nigeria through a friend at an event. From there, we became close friends. I became pregnant and we got married im­mediately. Everything happened in a very short time. A lot of people thought it wasn’t going to work but at that moment, I knew I felt something I had never felt with anyone in my life and I said to myself, why not take that chance? I’m quite prayerful , so I knew there’s no way I could err, though I never planned getting married so early. I had so many dreams of what I wanted in life. Mar­riage was the last thing on my mind. It hap­pened so fast and I thought I should give it a shot.

P-Square releases track list of their new album - Double Trouble

P-Square just released the track list of their new album, Double Trouble, which is their 6th studio album. It will drop on Sept. 12th and features a collaboration with T.I, Jermaine Jackson, and Awilo.

Prince William and Kate Middleton are expecting second child

The Duchess of Cambridge and her husband Prince William are expecting their second child. Kensington Palace made the announcement this morning. Kate and William, who have a one year son, Prince George, will be welcoming their second child next year. Big congrats to them.

'I spent nine years in the University' - Comedian AY

Comedian AY told Punch about his educational struggle and how he overcame it...

I don’t like talking about this. But, yes, I spent nine years in the university but not as a failure as some people may assume. But I had to set my priorities right. It was tough I had to joggle so many jobs to make ends meet. I also had to cater to my siblings and I was a victim of different circumstances on campus.”

On why he hasn't joined politics

“You do not put your hand in the mouth of a lion because you see your colleagues doing the same. Those who have indicated interest in vying for political positions must have weighed the pros and cons before deciding to do so. I have also weighed the pros and cons and my ministry has not moved to that site yet,

Actress Chika Ike loses dad

Nollywood actress Chika Ike lost her dad recently after a prolonged illness. Chika flew her dad to India for treatment two years ago due to same illness but unfortunately he passed on. May his soul rest in peace...amen.

The Sun Newspapers vice chairman, Dimgba Igwe dies at 58

Veteran journalist and vice chairman of the Sun Newspapers, Dimgba Igwe has died. He died today from injuries he sustained in an accident.

The associate publisher of Entertainment weekly magazine was knocked down this morning by a car while jogging near his home in the Okota area of Lagos. He was rushed to the hospital where he later died. He was just 58 years old.

Dimgba alongside his best best friend Mike Awoyinfa, pioneered the now rested Weekend Concord newspaper and The Sun Newspaper. He was also the Assistant General overseer of Evangel Pentecostal Church‎, Lagos.‎ May his soul rest in peace...amen.

Genevieve, Tiwa, Burna Boy, Flavour make 2014 Sexiest Africans list

Illuzion magazine just released their Sexiest Africans Alive 2014 list and five Nigerian celebs; Genevieve Nnaji, Flavour, Tiwa Savage, Burna Boy and UK-based Nigerian model Williams Falade made the list. See the full list after the cut...

We have searched across the African continent , for those people who have made keeping fit and looking good the new black, whether its by spending fortunes on personal trainers, healthy diets or personal chefs just to look the best they can. Today we celebrate them, as they have made it to our maiden Sexiest Africans Alive list  for the year 2014. From an initial shortlist of 100 African elite athletes, musicians, actors, socialites, TV personalities, fitness experts and super models, we have narrowed it down to 20, to bring you the best of the best.

These 20, do not only have what appears to be the sexiest bodies in their respective industries, but they have excelled and distinguished their-selves in their chosen careers in the year 2014.

Jill Scott reacts to leaked nude photos

Earlier this week celebrity Apple iCloud accounts were targeted by hackers who leaked the nude photos of celebs including Jennifer Lawrence, Kate Upton and Jill Scott. When the pics leaked, Jill said the photos were taken to document her weight loss process. But when some ignorant people started to make fun of her body, the Grammy winner took to twitter to defend her body image and shame the hacker who leaked her nudes. See what she wrote after the cut...

Man organizes friends from Delta state to rob his uncle in Lagos state

24-year-old Emmanuel Erherhie, a member of a 6-man robbery gang that was recently apprehended by the Special Anti-Robbery Squad, SARS, Ikeja in Lagos has confessed to arranging with his friends to carry out a robbery attack on his own uncle who lives in Festac Town, Lagos.

Emmanuel, who was paraded alongside his other gang members, Joseph Ovologbarho, Innocent Ibe, Victor Ezenwa, Oyoma Akbojiyouwi and James Ukerume, said he arranged for his Uncle to be robbed at his festac home after his uncle kicked him out of his house when he returned from Prison for damaging someone's car.

Photo: Obafemi Martins tattoos son's face on his arm

Proud dad! Nigerian football star, Obafemi Martins tattooed his 11 month old son's face on his arm. Kendrick is the son he shares with Abigail Barwuah. See more photos of the family after the cut...

'I’m free from Ebola virus, but now I’m jobless' - Fiance of late nurse says

Dennis Akagha, the fiance of late nurse Justina Ejelonu who died from the deadly Ebola virus, says he's currently being stigmatized for being associated with the deadly Ebola disease. In an interview with Punch, he said he's faced stigma from people on his street, artisans and most recently his work place.

Dennis who was working as a marketing officer in an oil company before his fiancee contracted the disease, says he no longer works there. He said after he left the isolation center, his office refused to pick his calls or communicate with him. Excepts from the interview after the cut...

Toyin Aimakhu releases new photos as she turns a year older

Yoruba actress Toyin Aimakhu was a year older yesterday,! Happy birthday to her. See more photos after the cut...

DSS to question Alimodu Sheriff over Boko Haram sponsorship allegation

The Department of State Security, DSS, says it will be inviting former Borno state governor, Alimodu Sheriff, for questioning following recent allegations leveled against him by Australian hostage negotiator, Stephen Davis, who said he's a Boko Haram sponsor.

Speaking at a news conference yesterday in Abuja, spokesperson for DSS, Marilyn Ogar, said the former governor had in the past been invited to the DSS office for questioning over Boko Haram activities and they will be inviting him again. Ogar also dismissed insinuations that former Army chief, Lt. Gen Azubuike Ihejirika is a Boko Haram sponsor, describing it as untrue, uncharitable and wicked. Find the statement after the cut...

Check out Rita Dominic's stunning pics for Zaron Cosmetics

Nollywood actress and style icon, Rita Dominic has been announced as the new brand ambassador for Zaron Cosmetics. Here are a few images from the ad campaign that will roll out soon. More pic after the cut...

Pic: Chris Attoh & Damilola Adegbite welcome son

Chris and Damilola just welcomed a son yesterday. The Ghanaian actor took to instagram to announce it and share a photo. Big congrats to them.

Pics: NANS honours GEJ as Grand Commander of Nigerian Students

National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, today visited president Jonathan at Aso Villa where they honoured him as the Grand Commander of Nigerian Students. See more photos from the ceremony after the cut...