President Buhari Appoints Abdullahi Gana as New NSCDC Commandant

President Buhari has appointed Abdullahi Gana as the new commandant-General of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps NSCDC. Special Adviser to Pres. Buhari on Media and Publicity, Mr. Femi Adesina, announced the appointment in a statement released.

Until his appointment, Mr Gana was an Assistant Commandant-General of the NSCDC. He takes over from Dr. Ade Abolurin, who has retired. Gana is an indigine of Muye in Lapai LGA of Niger State and graduated from the University of Sokoto.

50 killed in today's bomb blast in Damaturu, 10 year old among female suicide bombers

50 people have been confirmed dead in a twin suicide bomb blast that rocked Damaturu Yobe state this morning. A statement released by the Acting-Director of Army Public Relations, Col. Sani Usman says an elderly woman and a 10 year old girl were responsible for the attacks.

"This is to confirm that there were two suicide bomb explosions today at about 7:40 a.m. in Damaturu, Yobe, in which two female suicide bombers — one elderly woman and a ten year-old girl –detonated the devices. It occurred at screening areas for intending Muslim worshippers at Layin Gwange, Damaturu and at Phase1, in front of former state secretariat, Damaturu,’’ the statement read.50 killed in today's bomb blast in Damaturu, 10 year old among female suicide bombers

Patience Ozokwor and Olu Jacobs pictured in school uniforms

The Nollywood veterans pictured in school uniform on set of a new movie being produced by Tchidi Chikere. Another photo after the cut...

First Lady Aisha Buhari and her daughters at Abuja mosque (photos)

The President's wife Aisha Buhari and her daughters were at the Abuja mosque to observe prayers today. They were there with other women. See another photo after the cut...

He's not single? Wizkid says hackers sent out the 'I'm single' tweet

The 'I'm Single' tweet has been replaced with this. Wizkid announced a few days ago that his account was hacked but...how did he now manage to tweet this?

Pres. Buhari narrates how youths almost overwhelmed his security detail, says only God can protect a leader

While receiving a delegation of FCT Muslim community at the presidential villa this morning, Pres. Buhari narrated how his security detail was almost overwhelmed by some youths who were excited to see him as he left the Sallah prayer ground. According to him, the incident showed that policemen and soldiers cannot protect you, only God can.

"Today, during and immediately after the prayers, I think I was bombarded by the youths who almost overwhelmed the security, and I had to hold tight to my gown to get to my car. I was advised to enter the car from the ADC side and I refused. I went across trying to wave my hand to the wild youths who wanted to see me. On an occasion like this, it shows that after what happened to President Ronald Reagan of the USA, it is only God Almighty that protects leaders because in a mob like this, anybody with a sharp knife can get access and do a lot of damage. So, all the policemen that were deployed and soldiers since six o’ clock in the morning, before I came out two hours later in the rains, cannot protect you, only God protects. I hope God will continue to protect us.” he said

Pics: Dangote's daughter graduates from UK University

Aziza, the daughter of Sani Dangote, the younger brother of Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote, graduated from the University of Warwick today July 17th. See more photos after the cut...

Nigerians react to DSS invasion of ex NSA Sambo Dasuki's home in Abuja

The number one trending topic in Nigerian this morning is the invasion of ex National Security Adviser Sambo Dasuki's home in Abuja. See some tweets after the cut...

Jude Okoye and wife celebrate one year wedding anniversary

Jude Okoye and his wife Ifeoma are celebrating their one year wedding anniversary today July 17th. The couple is blessed with a daughter. Big congrats to them.

Photos: Saraki joins Pres. Buhari to offer Sallah prayers at National Mosque

Senate President Bukola Saraki this morning joined President Buhari to offer Sallah prayers at the National Mosque Abuja. Also in the photo is Buhari's son Yusuf. See more photos after the cut...

We'll reject results of any elections conducted by new INEC boss - PDP

PDP National Publicity secretary, Oliseh Metuh, says the party will reject results of elections conducted by INEC's acting Chairman, Amina Zakari whom they claim is like a "daughter" to President Buhari. Mr Metuh said this while speaking during a courtesy visit he made to the National Democratic Institute and International Republican Institute in Abuja yesterday July 16th.

"We have INEC and the idea is that people heading it should be above board, but the present ruling party has appointed the ‘daughter’ of the President to head the position. There is no where in the world where such has happened, a person who has a relationship with the President. I am drawing the attention of the IRI that Buhari has appointed his ‘daughter’ as INEC Chairman, we believe there will not be fairness. It will be very difficult to accept any result of the election conducted by Amina Zakari. It will be difficult for PDP to accept result of election if we lose under Zakari.” he sai

ISIS releases a video of a child beheading a Syrian army captain (photo)

Yesterday, ISIS released a brutal execution video, which shows a child fighter beheading a Syrian army captain in Palmyra. ISIS claimed the army officer was captured near Hir Palace, located in the western countryside of Homs. In the video, a soldier is seen giving a knife to the boy, who does the beheading and puts the head over his lifeless body.

ISIS have started using little children for executions. Just two weeks ago, ISIS released an execution video showing teenagers executing 25 Syrian soldiers by shooting them in the head in Palmyra

Brand new video: Paul Play Dairo - Fool In Love

Here is the visual to Paul Play trance-inducing R&B song, "Fool In Love". From the first notes on “Professional,” through the entire tune, R&B at it’s finest. Classic Paul Play on this one! The veteran RnB artiste Paul Play Dairo is back!! Shot on location in London.

Bomb blast rocks Damaturu this morning

A female suicide bomber this morning detonated a bomb at a predominantly Muslim settlement in Damaturu, Yobe state. Three people have been reported killed from the blast. Details later.

Caitlyn Jenner stuns at Del Mar Racetrack Opening Day

Caitlyn Jenner was out again after the ESPYS, this time to attend the Del Mar Racetrack Opening Day. Caitlyn, who is relishing the chance to finally be in the spotlight as her true self, was dressed appropriately for a day at the races.

Caitlyn was seen cheering from the sidelines alongside a group of friends as she watched the horse racing. She was seen with the owner of the club, Joe Harper. See more photos after the cut...

Photos: Billionaire wife Dabota Lawson starts range of cosmetics

Former beauty queen Dabota Lawson has started her own range of beauty products - called Dabota and her company name is Billionaire Wife Limited...Below is what she wrote

"Dabota Cosmetic, a subsidiary of Billionaire Wife (BW) Ltd, is a beauty brand that specializes in high quality cosmetic makeup product with an extensive colour selection. We pride ourselves in using only the very highest standards of pigments and ingredients. Our tagline is ‘Dabota Cosmetics Made For Queens’ -a gift from me to my fellow queens

Wait! Wizkid says he's single! It's over with Tania...again?

Hold on, Wizkid & Tania Omotayo have broken up again? Wasn't she just gushing about him yesterday? Or you can actually be in a relationship but announce on social media that you're single so people don't get in your business?

Photos: Kendall and Kylie Jenner both step out for lunch in style

Kendall and Kylie Jenner were spotted arriving at Joan's On Third restaurant in Los Angeles a day after their father Caitlyn Jenner was honored at the ESPY Awards.

On their way to the eatery, the 17-year-old reality star shared numerous videos on her Snapchat account showing her big sister behind the wheel singing along to a French Montana featured single. See more photos after the cut...

50 cent says he's so broke he even owes his Grandfather

We all know 50 Cent isn't really broke, but he's making it look like he is, he recently gave the bankruptcy judge a list of his many creditors, and his Grandfather, Curtis Jackson Sr. is among them.
According to the documents, 50 owes granddad Jackson $1,737.33.

50 also owes $137,880 to Bentley, $64,909 to American Express (Credit card) and, 2 court judgments totaling more than $23 million. And there's more that's just boring debt.

Kim Kardashian shares nude photo while covered in silver paint after she complained it looked like porn

Kim K shared a nude photo of herself rolling around in silver paint. The snapshot, which was taken several years ago for W Magazine, showed the now-34-year-old lounging on her back, with nothing but the body paint preserving her modesty. In a 2011 episode of KUWTK, Kim broke down in tears because she thought the photo shoot was too revealing.

IK Ogbonna's wife Sonia shows off bare post-baby belly

Sonia Morales gave birth 27 days ago. She says she only gained 9.5kg during pregnancy and her baby was 4 kg. . She says she can't wait for it to be 40 days so she can be free to work out...

DSS operatives invade Ex-NSA’s residences

On Thursday, operatives of the Department of State Services invaded the Asokoro, Abuja residence of the former National Security Adviser, Sambo Dasuki.

It was learnt that the operation which was said to have been authorized by the top shot of DSS, was in connection with the secret probe into how billions of naira allocated for the war against terrorism was allegedly looted.

Kim Kardashian shows off baby bump in skin-tight grey dress

The reality star put her baby bump on display as she ran errands in Hollywood yesterday. More photos after the cut...

Id-El-Fitr message to the nation from President Muhammadu Buhari

Sallah message from our president below..

Fellow Compatriots, I greet and felicitate with you all, especially our citizens of the Islamic faith on this auspicious occasion of the 2015 Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.

I congratulate all those who have successfully completed the Ramadan fast in keeping with the injunction of our Creator.

See the man who shot dead 4 marines in terror attack in Tennessee

This is the man who shot dead four US marines in Chattanooga, Tennessee today with a high powered rifle. He also injured a soldier and a police officer. His name is Muhammod Youssuf Abdulazeez and he's 24 years old. He is a naturalized US citizen from Kuwait. He was shot dead after he engaged law enforcement. It is believed he acted alone...and the attack is being treated as a terrorist attack.

Photos: Rochas Okorocha's son graduates with First Class in Mechanical Engineering

 Ahamefula, the son of Imo state governor, Rochas Okorocha graduated with a first class in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Manchester today July 16th. His parents were there to witness his graduation. See more photos after the cut...

Four Marines killed after gunman attacks two military sites in Tennessee

According to breaking news, four US Marines were killed when a gunman attacked 2 military sites in Chattanooga, Tennessee, today Thursday July 16th. The man has been identified as 24 year old Muhammod Youssuf Abdulazeez and he was born in Kuwait. According to FBI, 11 minutes before the shooting, ISIS twitter account used derogatory words to insult the US and wrote #Chattanooga. This is being treated as a terror attack.

Graphic pictures from Gombe market bomb blast...48 killed

These are graphic photos from the scene of the bomb blast that occurred at the Gombe Central Market this evening. 48 people were killed. See more photos after the cut...

Meet the woman who goes into labour every time she has her period - after being born with two wombs

A woman has a rare condition that caused her to be born with two wombs which means every time she gets her period, she goes into labour
Sophie Loader, 23, suffers debilitating labour pains at her time of the month which last up to 72hours..
She is struck down by painful contractions every month which mimic perfectly labour pains, because her second womb fills with blood...mimicking a full-term baby.

Emeka Ike explains why he and his wife are never getting a divorce

Emeka Ike has denied reports his wife of 13 years has filed for divorce on the grounds of domestic abuse. The actor told Vanguard there is no truth to the story and also denied being a wife beater. He said those spreading the reports are envious of his marriage

“As I’m talking to you now, I have not received any divorce notice. There is nothing like that happened. I have not received any letter from anybody. I am a Christian, we don’t divorce.”