A teacher told my mom that I couldn't cope with medical school at 13, Lilian Okafor says as she becomes a doctor at 20

Lilian Okafor shared her wonderful testimony on social media. Proof yet again that hard work and determination can get you anywhere. According to Dr. Okafor;

The only time you should ever look back, is to see how far you've become" Peter Okoye says as he shares throwback photo

He shared a photo of his ripped body vs when he was much younger and captioned it "the only time you should ever look back, is to see how far you've Become #MondayMotivation #KoolestDude"

Djinee releases dapper new photos

Nigeria’s foremost award winning vocalist and African troubadour Djinee is your Classic Man in new photos. Djinee, who is currently rocking airwaves with his latest single Shout Out of my Lover, channels the quintessential man in the artistic still shots, giving dapper a new meaning.

'Where is the money? Love must be followed by giving’ - Ghanaian prophet warns men

Mensa Otabil, the General overseer of the International Central Gospel Church in Accra who is usually known for his provocative statements, has come out advising men to be financially generous when it comes to loving their partners. Speaking recently to a large congregation at his church, the controversial prophet said that men must cultivate the habit of giving to their partners.

Five decades and 200 films later, actor Jackie Chan receives honorary Oscar

62-year-old Chinese actor and martial arts star Jackie Chan was the recipient of an honorary Oscar at the 2016 Governors Awards in Los Angeles, California on Saturday. Chan, who has never been nominated for an Academy Award during his 54-year career, finally received the Oscar at the awards ceremony, which is hosted by the American Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in Hollywood.

EFCC reportedly found $175m in the account of a company linked to Patience Jonathan

EFCC operatives reportedly found $175 million in the account of a company, Pluto Property and Investment Limited, that is owned by former first lady, Patience Jonathan. According to the Nation, investigations into the $15.5 million found in four companies that Patience Jonathan has claimed ownership of, led the antigraft agency to the discovery of $175 million deposited into the company's account in four tranches within 14 months — between February 21, 2014 and April 1, 2015.

Beautiful photo of Dr Sid and his family

The Music artiste pictured with his wife, Simi and daughter Sidney.

NCC threatens to sanction MTN, Glo, other networks over unsolicited telemarketing messages

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has given telecom operators one week ultimatum to comply with the directive of ‘Do Not Disturb’ (DND), issued by the body on April 20th, 2016, to address unwanted messages received by subscribers or face sanction.

According to a statement released yesterday in Abuja by the Director of Public Affairs of the commission, Mr Tony Ojobo; NCC had written to all 13 networks providers in Nigeria, on whose networks the body had received series of complaints from subscribers regarding adherence to the ‘Do Not Disturb’ (DND) service rule issued to them by NCC.

Photos: President Buhari departs for Morocco

President Muhammadu Buhari has departed for Morocco where he would be attending the 22nd Conference of the Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), also known as COP-22, slated for November 14th to 16th.

President Buhari will use the occasion to rally international support for the clean-up of Ogoniland in the Niger Delta and the resuscitation of the Lake Chad Basin. See more photos after the cut...

ASUU declares one week warning strike from Wednesday November 16th

The Academic Staff Union of University ASUU has issued a statement saying it would embark on a one week warning strike starting from Wednesday November 16th to Tuesday November 22nd.

According to the statement signed by ASUU National President, Biodun Ogunyemi, the strike action is as a result of the Federal government's failure to implement the 2009 Agreement and 2013 MoU.

The Life of a Nigerian Prostitute - Video by Batta Box

A must watch...

Adorable photos of a double amputee model

Stacy Price, 30  a double amputee model who lost her two legs to flesh eating bugs has proved that nothing is impossible.

The model who is from Allan Stirlingshire, Scotland and also a student of Glasgow University has started a campaign 'Models of Diversity' which is dedicated to changing the employment laws in order to give disabled models more rights.

Femi Fani-Kayode meets bail condition, regains his freedom

Femi Fani-Kayode who was arrested by EFCC operatives on October 21st on allegations of N26 million money laundering charges, today regained his freedom after spending 24 days in EFCC detention. He fulfilled his N50m bail application yesterday.

'You could bleed to death' - Kris Jenner warns Kim to avoid third natural pregnancy

In the latest episode of Keeping Up With The Kardashians on E!, Kim Kardashian, 36, was warned by her mother Kris Jenner to avoid trying to give birth naturally again. 'You could bleed to death,' said Kris, especially since Kim had traumatic pregnancies and births thus far.

Rita Dominic steps out in style for a Lagos Fashion event

The actress stepped out to slay at the GTB Fashion Weekend on Saturday, in a Lanre Da Silva Ajayi outfit.

Uche Jombo shares cute photo of her husband and son

Aww...sweet!

Woman suing Zara clothing after finding rat sewn in the hem of her dress

Read the TMZ report below...

A woman is suing clothing giant Zara over a rat -- or at least part of one -- that she says was sewn into the hem of a dress she'd bought off the rack.

One police officer, eight Shi'ites killed in Kano clash (photos)

A police officer and 10 Shi'ite members have been confirmed dead in a clash between the security agents and the Islamic group members in Kano state yesterday. The Shi'ite members staged a religious march in the state yesterday morning. To stop their procession, the police teargassed the group. The situation became chaotic as the group members retaliated and attacked the police.

Confirming the number of casualties, the state's commissioner of police, Rabiu Yusuf, said;

Newly sworn-in Edo Governor, Obaseki, pictured on his first day in office

Edo State governor; Mr. Godwin Obaseki, who was sworn-in over the weekend, has resumed office as the executive governor of the state. The governor is pictured in his office.

Over 3 million people have signed a petition to remove Trump and make Hillary Clinton president

A petition is being signed online to remove Donald Trump as president using the basis that Hillary Clinton got popular votes. T.I wrote

Oh it ain't over!!!! We still got smoke.... go to change.org to sign the petition that can push the electoral college go with the popular vote & get dude up outta there on Dec.19th. Putting the link in my bio. And all those of u who don't like it get off my page...

Lagos businessman commits suicide in his office over debt, failed home

A Lagos businessman in his late 60s, James Oriri, was said to have allegedly committed suicide on Friday, in his office, at 393, Old Ojo Road, Satellite Town, Lagos.

Saturday Sun gathered that a large crowd besieged the four-story office complex, once the incident became public knowledge, to catch a glimpse of the man. Oriri, it was learnt was the Managing Director of Awore Consult, a firm that claims to be an expert in educational consultancy, for people seeking admission to universities, Secondary Schools in Ghana, and to Coventry universities in the UK.

Photos: Godwin Obaseki sworn in as Edo state governor

Godwin Obaseki has been sworn in as the governor of Edo State. He was sworn in by the Chief Judge of the state, Justice Cromwell Idahosa, after taking the oath of office, amidst jubilation. He becomes the fifth civil governor of Edo State. More photos after the cut...

"I am sorry but if you are a white man you don't get to define what racism is" Chimamanda Adichie

The author said this during a discussion with Emmett Tyrrell on whether Donald Trump is racist or not on BBC Newsnight. Watch the video after the cut...

You're in love with the idea of RMD not Richard Mofe-Damijo

In an IG post shared by the veteran actor, he explained to his fans who think he is perfect and in love with him that he is very far from perfect. He praised his wife, Jumobi Mofe-Damijo, saying she knows him and loves him genuinely. Read what he wrote after the cut..

Kim's children, North and Saint West and other family members welcome baby Dream into the family

Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna who just welcomed their baby Dream have had several family members welcome the new baby into the world. Her maternal grandmother, Ms Tokyo, Kim K's children, North and Saint West, Amber Rose and her son and so many other family members. See more photos after the cut...

Ex-Miss Anambra beauty queen opens up on sex scandal

But after weeks of silence, embattled ex-Miss Anambra, Miss Okeke has finally broken her silence on the sex scandal which has hounded her. In an exclusive interview with The Nation, she debunked claims that she threatened to commit suicide, adding that there was never a time such thought came to her mind.

She also said her life might no longer be in danger, adding that her traducers were no longer threatening her life, and maintaining that those who were after her life had stopped contacting her.She also said the faces behind her agonizing period in Anambra would be revealed soon, adding that with God, all things are possible.

Chicago man allegedly beats and stomps his girlfriend's 21 month old daughter to death

A 22-year-old Chicago man, Uriel Vega, was arrested on Tuesday for allegedly beating and stomping a 21-month-old baby to death. A police statement states that Vega has been charged with one count of first-degree murder for the death of 21 month old Raiylana Vasquez.

Vega, who is Raiylana’s mother’s boyfriend, but not her father was looking after the child at the time of her death, according to police statement.

"We all have blood running in our veins, and it’s all red" Nigerian man who proposed to white girlfriend on top Olumo Rock

Oluwamuyiwa Egunjobi and his Rexburg native fiancee Shila Tietjen became internet sensation after their proposal photos went viral. The couple will be married in Salt Lake City, Utah and will have a reception in Rexburg on Dec. 17.
25-year-old Egunjobi grew up in Abeokuta, Ogun State. He joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 2001 and served a mission in Nigeria. After his mission he came to Brigham Young University–Idaho, where he is studying accounting.

Chinese man receives long- awaited sex doll modeled after his late wife

A heartbroken Chinese widower identified as Zhang Wenliang has received a long awaited sex doll modeled after his late wife. According to People’s Daily Online, the 70 year old man, who was totally heartbroken after losing his partner of 40 years to cancer in 2015, received the gift on Tuesday.

Sylvester Stallone’s 3 daughters named Miss Golden Globes 2017

Sophia, Sistine and Scarlet, the daughters of US actor, Sylvester Stallone have all been named as the Miss Golden Globe 2017.  The announcement was made on Thursday by The Hollywood Foreign Press Association ahead of the 74th Annual Golden Globe Awards show. The excited sisters, having being the first multiple siblings chosen for the role, released a joint statement saying: