Shaquille O'neal and ex-wife spend almost $1m on their daughter's 16th birthday

Former basketball player Shaquille O'Neal and his ex-wife Shaunie reportedly spent almost a million dollars for their daughter's sweet 16. Read the TMZ report below...

The O'Neals threw Amirah -- aka Mimi -- an EPIC 16th birthday party Saturday night in L.A. that was fit for royalty -- 'cause the proud parents spent nearly a million dollars on the whole shebang. Yep, you read that right ... $1,000,000.

'Our wedding in Lagos will be a carnival' - Singer Oritsefemi's wife, Nabila reveals

Singer Oritsefemi and his wife, Nabila will be tying the knot in Lagos on November 25th in what they say will be a lavish wedding to accommodate everyone. According to Nabila,

"I think our wedding is going to be a carnival, no.. a concert (laughs). I don't know anymore. When you marry a man of the people, you don't have any option than to just make provision for those people. So with the help of God, we are capable. I am a very private person. For me, our court wedding was my ideal kind of wedding. Just here. Few people; friends and family....and that's perfect. Do I have a choice right now? No. My man is the man of the people."

Revealed: Why YABATECH graduate committed suicide

Barely two weeks to the commencement of his one year National Youth Service Scheme, a graduate of the Yaba College of Technology, Oluwamuyiwa Oluwagbemileke, aka Spartacus, has ended his life. (Read here) The 27-year-old graduate of electrical engineering reportedly took a poison on Wednesday after he was blamed for damaging a car in a sachet water factory in Ojodu Berger, Lagos, where he worked.

PUNCH Metro learnt that he had hit the vehicle on another one on the factory premises while trying to help the owner re-park it.

Demi Lovato, Paul Pogba, Stefflon Don: Red carpet photos from MTV EMAs 2017

Last night, the 2017 MTV EMAs held at the SSE Wembley Arena in London. Below are red carpet photos from the star studded event that saw the likes of Dele Alli, Shawn Mendez, David Gueta, Demi Lovato, Paul Pogba, Stefflon Don and others in attendance. More photos below..

World-Famous Russian basejumper falls to his death on Mount Ama-Dablam, Nepal

A renowned Russian basejumper has been killed in a horror plunge after leaping 22,000ft (7,000m) from a Himalayan mountain. Valery Rozov, 52, fell to his death in a tragic wingsuit accident on Mount Ama-Dablam, eastern Nepal.

The extreme sportsman held the record for the highest ever basejump from an altitude of 25,200ft from Tibet's Mount Cho-Oyu last year.

He smashed into a cliff during his latest stunt and leaves behind a wife and sons.

Kano state governor, Abdullahi Ganduje, spends N208million to buy noodles, beverages, others to empower tea sellers in the state

Over the weekend, Kano state governor, Abdullahi Ganduje, carried out an empowerment programme for tea sellers otherwise known as Masu Shayi in the state. While delivering a speech at the empowerment programme held in the state capital, Governor Ganduje, told guests at the ceremony that his administration spent N208 million to buy Noodles, Tea, Kettles, Beverages, liquid and powdered milk, baskets, cups, nylon bags, spaghetti, and other materials needed by the 5,200 Masu Shayi (tea sellers) that were empowered.

Photos: Beyonce, Jay-Z and Solange spotted on family outing in New Orleans

Beyonce, her husband Jay-Z, her sister Solange, and her nephew Julez all dined out at Dooky Chase’s Restaurant in New Orleans days ago. More photos below...

IPOB risked the life of millions of Igbo living in the north, Abia state house of assembly says

Speaking with Vanguard newspapers, Abia state house of assembly speaker, Chikwendu Kalu has unequivocally condemned the actions of IPOB and its leader, Nnamdi Kalu saying their actions put over ten million Igbo lives at risk. He also disclosed that the Igbo quit notice was taken seriously as those who issued it were not speaking the mind of northern elders.  Read below...

Were you troubled over the recent IPOB/army clash in Abia that kept the state in the news for weeks?

2face's babymama, Pero reveals she donated her kidney two years ago to her mother

One of 2face's baby mamas is thanking God for good health two years after she donated one of her kidneys to her mother.

The mother-of-four took to Facebook to share photos of her and her mother in hospital for the kidney transplant. She went on to urge people with healthy organs to spare theirs for those in need of them.

Singer Seyi Shay reacts to the moment she slipped on stage while performing at AFRIMA 2017

On Sunday, Seyi Shay fell on stage while performing at the 2017 All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) in Lagos but  however picked herself up and bravely continued her performance like nothing happened.

The talented singer has now reacted to it, affirming that the devil is a liar and as a professional, the show must always go on. See her post on Instagram below.

Zahra Buhari-Indimi looks stunning in new photo

Beautiful.

One man killed, 5 others injured in shooting after a funeral in New Orleans

One man has been killed while five others were injured in a shooting at a funeral party, in the area of Forstall Street and Burgandy street, a New Orleans neighborhood. The police said a crowd of 300 people were in the 5200 block of Burgundy when several gunshots were fired.

New Orleans Police said the shooting took place around 8pm Saturday in an area where a large crowd gathered. Police said five males and a woman were found on the street and sidewalk with apparent gunshot wounds to the body. The five who were shot had injuries that were not life threatening.

Annie Idibia celebrates birthday with stunning photo

The mother of two shared this beautiful photo on Instagram to mark her birthday, paired with prayers.

"Thank You Lord For A Wonderful Year.. Living My Dreamz With The Grace Of God.. Embracing My New Age With Gratitude #ItMyBirthday" Happy birthday to her!

Adorable photo of Eku Edewor's daughter and her identical twin sister

Media personality, Eku Edewor's twin sister Kessiana shared the photo on IG Sunday.

Photos: Rukayat Indimi-Dantata is absolutely beautiful

 Hot mama! Another photo below.

SERAP calls for probe as it alleges Gov. Rochas Okorocha statues cost over N1billion

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) through its executive director, Adetokunbo Mumuni, has called on the Code of Conduct Bureau and the ICPC to liaise with the EFCC and look into the money the Imo state government spent on erecting statues in the state. The organisation alleges corrupt practices claiming the cost of the project is upwards of 1billion naira. The organization said

“Such investigation would help to improve public confidence in public authorities, and minimize the risks of bad government by public officials.”

Pics: Tiwa Savage switches up her look by rocking a platinum blonde hairstyle for AFRIMA 2017

Singer Tiwa Savage stepped out for the 2017 All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) in Lagos rocking a Platinum blonde hairstyle.

Blac Chyna steps out with new boyfriend, Playboi Carti and social media users tear her up

Blac Chyna stepped out with her newest man, 21 year old rapper, Playboi Carti, the third one this year and social media users decided to make it their business to call the mother of two, all sorts of names. Some even advised Carti to run for his life.

Cossy Ojiakor shares raunchy new selfie with her massive boobs on full display

Cossy Ojiakor who recently had a butt enlargement procedure took to her Instagram page this morning to share a raunchy new photo of her boobs after failing to fall asleep. See what she wrote below;

Lagos state police arrest traffic robber on Anthony bridge

The Lagos state police command has arrested a traffic robber, Adewale Sadiq, on Anthony bridge after he robbed a lady of her Huawei phone. The victim was in a Toyota Prado Jeep when two men suddenly smashed the glass of her Jeep.

On receiving the report, the patrol team who were on ground took action and a chase ensued after which the suspects were caught with the stolen phone.

'Words can't express everything I wish to say' - 2face celebrates wife, Annie Idibia on her birthday today

Innocent Idibia aka 2face or 2baba took to his Instagram page in the early hours of today to celebrate his wife, Annie on her birthday. The legendary singer wrote;

The deplorable state of a primary school in Sapele, Delta State (photos)

Comrade Wisdom, Chief Editor of Sapele Olofofo News Agency,  has written an open letter to the Commissioner for Education in Delta State and Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, on the deplorable state of Eyietan Primary School, Sapele. Read below:

Seyi Shay falls on stage while performing at the AFRIMA 2017 (video)

Singer Seyi Shay fell while performing at the All Africa Music Awards held in Lagos last night. Like a pro that she is, she picked herself up and continued her performance as if nothing happened. Watch the video below..

Two female law graduates abducted on their way back from call to bar screening in Abuja

Two law graduates were allegedly abducted on their way back from their call to bar screening exercise in Abuja.

Fisayo Adeosun and Ife Arowosegbe were last heard from in Ijebu Ijesha, Osun State, according to Femi who shared the news. Both ladies are graduates of Obafemi Awolowo University and were roommates while in school.

Photos: Proud mum Nadia Buari shares adorable new photos of her twin daughters

Ghanaian actress, Nadia Buari who has been keeping the identity of her twins and their dad private shared these new cute photos of herself bonding with her two-year-old daughters at an apartment garden. The proud mom welcomed her twins in 2015. See more photos below...

Tiwa Savage shows off her curves in a custom made Gert-Johan Coetzee's gown

Singer, Tiwa Savage shared these photos of herself rocking a beautiful hand beaded and crystallised dress by Gert-Johan Coetzee, which took two months to make from scratch. See another photo below:

Cristiano Ronaldo and girlfriend, Georgina Rodriguez welcome their daughter, Alana Martina

Footballer Cristiano Ronaldo and his 24-year-old girlfriend, Georgina Rodriguez have welcomed their daughter, Alana Martina. The Real Madrid superstar took to Instagram to break the news and share a photo of the new family, including his eldest son Cristiano Jr.

This would be the fourth and only child not born through surrogacy for the Real Madrid superstar.

Photo: Tekno and Ubi Franklin pose with their identical Range Rovers

Triple MG boss Ubi Franklin and his artist, Tekno posed with their identical Range Rovers today. Sharing the photo,Ubi wrote;

We took our Nu Nu for a spin 😂😂Joined the Bigbody Gang @teknoofficial

IK Ogbonna's wife, Sonia shows off bikini body

The Colombian beauty showed off her hot body as she hit a beach in Lagos today.

More photos of actress, Yvonne Nelson's baby bump as she reveals the identity of her daughter's father

Ghanaian actress Yvonne Nelson, who has since given birth to her first child, a daughter, debuted her baby bump on the latest issue of Wow magazine. More photos have now been released on the magazine's website, and also excerpts from the interview where she opened up about her baby daddy.