FG saves N50bn as it cuts off 43,000 ghost workers, cuts down on allowances

The Head of the Continuous Audit team of the Federal Government, Mohammed Dikwa says the Federal government has saved up to N50 billion through the audit of security agencies payroll and has been able to cut off 43, 000 ghost workers from its payroll.

Dikwa said this at a meeting between the Continuous Audit team, Minister of Finance and Heads of Para-Military agencies to discuss ways to clean up the payroll of the security agencies, in Abuja yesterday May 24th;

Court of Appeal denies Nnamdi Kanu bail

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed the decision of the Federal High Court to deny the bail application of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu. In its ruling this morning, the three man panel of the Appeal court led by Justice Abdul Aboki, ruled that the lower court was right in denying Kanu bail considering the nature and the circumstances of his case.

Why is our generation more interested in looking successful than working for it - J Martins asks

 The singer asked the question on his Instagram page this afternoon. He shared the photo above and wrote;

"Morning friends please help me answer this question, Why is it that this our generation is more interested in looking successful than working for that success and wait for it to materialise with God Almighty blessing the works of their hands?".

Cute photo of Mikel Obi with one of his twin girls

Lovely!

Court dismisses Olisa Metuh's application to travel to the UK for medical attention

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja ‎has dismissed an application filed by former spokesperson of PDP, Olisa Metuh asking for permission to travel to the UK for 5-weeks for medical checkup.

Metuh whose poor health condition caused his trial to be stalled last Thursday May 19th, had applied for permission to travel for treatment of an undisclosed ailment.

Switzerland to return $230m stolen funds to Nigeria

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama, has revealed that there are plans by the Swiss government to return a non-contentious fund of about $230 million to Nigeria. Onyeama made this known while briefing journalists at a conference in Abuja to give a scorecard of the achievements of President Buhari’s administration in the last one year.

If speaking out against my brother will save a life and make him a better man, then I am not sorry - 'April' Joju Muse

The upcoming actress was left injured after her younger brother, who is just 19-year-old, assaulted her over an argument, three days ago. Revealing what triggered the incident, she said, "It was because I told him to do the dishes he left since Friday. And he was to return to school on Sunday morning. I'll stop here. May the devil not creep into your homes."

April also responded to criticisms she was getting for 'disgracing' herself and family by sharing what happened via Social Media. See what she wrote after the cut...

Oil Marketers assure Nigerians of a fall in petrol pump price soon

Major Oil Marketers Association of Nigeria (MOMAN) have assured Nigerians that they will soon experience a fall in the pump price of petrol. Obafemi Olawore, the Executive Secretary of the association, stated this at a press conference in Lagos yesterday May 24th.

“I’m assuring Nigerians that pump price of petrol will soon drop as against claims that it will rise above the present band. Price won’t go up as long as the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) is bringing in products. Although, we are expected to source for dollars at the parallel market but the good news is that we are getting dollars from our upstream divisions"he said

Photos: Jennifer Obayuwana's birthday party

Billionaire daughter and director of Luxury shop, Polo Avenue, Jennifer Obayuwana, turned a year older two days ago and threw a party to mark the special day. Her friends and family including the wife of the Ooni of Ife, Olori Wuraola, Ene Lawani and others were there. See more photos after the cut...

DSTV removes Caitlyn Jenner's "I am Cait' reality show following serious complaints from Nigerians

MultiChoice Nigeria, owners of Dstv have removed “I Am Cait” from its E! Entertainment channel’s Schedule after many Nigerians complained about the show. ‎A statement released by the satellite TV company yesterday May 24th, say they are aware of the concerns raised by some of their viewers regarding the programme “I Am Cait”, a reality series about Caitlyn Jenner’s transgender journey.

According to the statement, the decision for it to be pulled down was taken after an instruction from the National Broadcasting Commission NBC. Many Nigerians had complained that the show was not good for their children to watch...

The real reason Tamar Braxton was fired from The Real

This is one of the most talked about issue in the US right now. Singer Tamar Braxton has been fired from day-time talk show The Real which was confirmed on Sunday. New details have now leaked on the many reasons Tamar got fired. Read after the cut..

'Nigerians want change in their pocket' - Rotimi Amaechi says

Minister of Transport, Rotimi Amaechi, says Nigerians have become impatient about this present administration's change agenda as they desire to see change in their pockets and not just in structures. Speaking at a forum organised by the News Agency of Nigeria, NAN, in Abuja yesterday May 24th, ‎Amaechi said the present government met a bad structure in governance and is trying to correct it. He says they will need at least $55.9 billion to develop infrastructure in the transportation sector...

Lovely new photos of Temi Otedola

In a new series on her fashion & travel blog title; JTO takes Monaco: Orange is the New Black, the beautiful/youngest daughter of billionaire oil Mogul, Femi Otedola, Temi, shared stunning new photos of herself. See more photos after the cut...

Pregnant Blac Chyna and Rob Kardashian out and about

Blac Chyna was seen out and about with her fiancé Rob. They were both seen in the parking lot of a building waiting for their vehicle. See more photos after the cut...

Beautiful new photos of Nadia Buari

Actress and mother of twin girls shared these lovely photos of herself on Instagram.

Chris Brown wins in custody lawsuit filed by Royalty's mum

Chris Brown was victorious in Court yesterday after the mother of his child, Nia Guzman, filed a lawsuit to restrict his custody of their daughter, because of his alleged drug use and affiliation with violent gangs. According to Nia Guzman, her baby daddy Chris Brown was unfit to care for their daughter, Royalty, without strict supervision.

Sexy new photos of actress Ebube Nwagbo

 She looks great!

We spend N165bn on salaries and allowances every month - Finance minister

Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun, today disclosed that the Federal government spends N165 Billion every month to pay salaries.‎ Adeosun disclosed this during a joint meeting with the security chiefs of paramilitary agencies under the ministry of interior on continuous audit and migration from manual to automated payment system in Abuja today May 24th.

Ayo Fayose stops his convoy to dish beans from a bean sellers pot (photos)

While on his way to Oke-Ako Ekiti this afternoon, Governor Ayo Fayose stopped his convoy to buy beans from a beans seller aka Iya Elewa who he interacted with, and then he helped himself with some of her beans and also prayed for her. More photos after the cut...

Kaduna state declares 'tomato emergency'

Manzo Daniel, The Commissioner for Agriculture and Forestry in Kaduna state, today disclosed that the state government has declared a state of emergency on tomato following an attack of tomato blight that has wiped out about 80percent of tomato farms in the state. Manzo stated this while speaking at a press briefing to mark the administration's one year in office.

Actress Omoni Oboli steps out in denim shorts

The nollywood actress and mother of three shared the photos on her Instagram page. 

Former PDP Chairman in Bauchi, Ex SSG, others return looted funds

Former PDP Chairman in Gombe State, Nuhu Poloma, former Secretary to the Bauchi State government, Ahmed Ibrahim Dandija, and the zonal coordinator of the PDP in Gombe, Taraba and Adamawa states, Bunu Mulima, have reportedly returned N2m, N10m and N5m respectively to the EFCC. The monies are from the reported Diezani Alison-Madueke's 2015 election largess.

Rapper Nicki Minaj puts boobs on display in new photo

Nicki Minaj, puts her cleavage on display in a risque new photo she shared on Instagram. Another photo after the cut...

'Human remains from EgyptAir Flight points to explosion on board' - Egypt forensic official

An Egyptian forensic official investigating the crash of EgyptAir Flight 804 says that human remains retrieved from the Mediterranean Sea, which have been examined, point to an explosion taking place on board the aircraft, according to AP.

The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity because he is not allowed to release information concerning the investigation, said the forensics team has to deal with very small body parts.

Rapper CDQ drops Teebillz as his manager after he could not reach him

CDQ signed on to Tunji Balogun aka Tee Billz's 323 Entertainment management group back in January 2016. In a new interview with Hip TV, CDQ confirms that he has now parted ways with his manager Teebillz - when he could no longer reach him. He said,

"About me and Teebillz, I mean, Me and Teebillz are still good. Still cool, we are family.. But I'm straight like that, I am real. I have not been able to talk to him for a very long time - since the incident that happened. I tried to message him but it wasn't going through and everything. So i had to move on with my life.. You know.

Kim and Kanye West celebrate their 2nd Wedding Anniversary

Kim and her husband, Kanye West, are celebrating their 2nd year wedding anniversary. Kimye got married in the presence of family and friends on the 24th May, 2014 - in a lavish ceremony at the Forte di Belvedere in Florence, Italy. Kim shared a loving message to Kanye via her Instagram Page.

Photo: Obama eats Chinese food with celebrity chef & CNN host, Anthony Bourdain

Anthony Bourdain posted the pic on his Instagram page and captioned it; 'The President's chopstick skills are on point . #buncha #hanoi'

Senator Akpan advocates special amnesty for goverment officials with stolen funds stashed abroad

Senator Bassey Akpan who is the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Gas and represents Akwa Ibom North-East Senatorial District, has called on the Federal government to set up a special amnesty programme for former government officials that want to return funds they looted while in office that is stashed away in foreign banks. According to Akpan, the move will help improve Nigeria's foreign exchange. Akpan said this while speaking with National Assembly correspondents yesterday May 23.

Beautiful new photos of Comedienne, Lepacious Bose

She looks lovely. She had a photoshoot with her colleague, Owen Gee, recently. More photos after the cut...

Goodluck Jonathan speaks from Cote d’Ivoire, denies being on Exile

Former President Goodluck Jonathan called Thisday newspapers yesterday night, denying claims by the media house that he was in Cote d'Ivoire on a self-imposed exile for fear of being arrested by EFCC operatives. Jonathan in the interview said

“Yes I am in Cote d’Ivoire, I have been here for a week resting and this is my second trip to the country since I stepped down as president. I have made sacrifices for Nigeria. I am praised all over Africa for averting bloodshed and for the peaceful transition from one government to another, but it seems Nigeria does not appreciate my efforts. I have done my best for this country and if I have to die for it, I will do so. However, I am taking it easy here (Cote d’Ivoire) and when I am ready, I will come back,” he said