Dating my abuser'- Stella Damasus tells her story of abuse. "There were stronger names he called me like b**ch"

Actress Stella Damasus shared her personal story of abuse in a new blog post. She said she hoped her story will give other women caught in violent and abusive relationships the courage to seek help. Read what she wrote below...

"A few days ago I was reminded that it was okay to be vulnerable and human. I seem to have forgotten how relaxing it can be to let it all out sometimes, not caring if I would be judged, laughed at or insulted. I had to remember that it was important to share some experiences that may actually save or help someone who is probably going through the same thing.

Bank Chiefs agree to suspend mass sacking of workers

The Bankers Committee which is the umbrella body of Chief Executives of deposit money banks in Nigeria, have agreed to suspend the mass sack of workers in their industry. The decision was taken at a meeting they had in Abuja yesterday June 9th.

Speaking to newsmen after the meeting, the Managing Director/CEO of Standard Chartered, Nigeria, Bola Adesola, said that the banks understood the economic implications of sacking anyone now and will suspend their mass retrenchment plans but will not hesitate to fire any of its worker who under-performs.

Beautiful photos of Blac Chyna and her baby bump

Blac Chyna shared these beautiful photos of herself looking all glam with her growing Kardashian baby bump on display. See more photos after the cut...

Vincent and Promise Enyeama celebrate 10th wedding anniversary (photos)

Football star Vincent Enyeama and his wife Promise, who are currently on vacation with their kids in Dubai, are celebrating their 10th Wedding Anniversary today June 10. Vincent shared a photo of himself and his wife smiling for a picture during a private dinner by an aquarium tank and wrote,

'Congratulations to Mr and Mrs Vincent Enyeama. Another 10 blissful and wonderful years of marriage starts now. #Godhelpus'. Happy Anniversary to them!'

New official royal portrait of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philips

Queen Elizabeth II and Duke of Edinburgh - Prince Philip wear matching pale pink in this photo released today on Prince Philip's 95th birthday. The new portrait was taken by celebrity photographer Annie Leibovitz. The Royal Family shared it via their official Twitter handle and quoted the Queen saying, "He has, quite simply, been my strength & stay all these years." A photo for #Queenat90 & The Duke's 95th birthday."

Kris Jenner and Penelope Disick step out in matching outfit

Kris Jenner and her oldest grand daughter, Penelope Disick posed in Kris’s foyer wearing matching dresses printed with lemons. Kourtney posted the photo on Instagram with the caption, “This is what happens when I leave town. Kourtney is currently in London.

Niger Delta Avengers claim to have blown up Agip's major crude oil line in Bayelsa

The militant group claim they blew up Agip's major crude oil line in Bayelsa this morning. They also tweeted that it is good that foreign refineries have stopped buying crude oil from Nigeria. See the tweet after the cut...

Bikini photos of Most Beautiful Face in Nigeria 2016 contestants

The Grand Finale of Most Beautiful Face in Nigeria 2016 Season 3 is scheduled to take place on June 11th, in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. The contestants have been in camp for 10 days now. This Saturday will see a new Queen emerge among the 22 Finalist from Different parts of Nigeria. See more photos after the cut...

Photos: Muslim funeral service begins for legendary boxer Muhammad Ali

Two days of funeral ceremonies bidding farewell to Muhammad Ali began today with a Muslim prayer service in the Kentucky hometown of the beloved legendary boxer and civil rights hero.

Pres. Buhari appoints Ben Akabueze as DG Budget office

President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointment of his Special Adviser on Planning, Mr Ben Akabueze as the new Director General of the Budget Office of the Federation. Mr. Akabueze takes over from Mr Tijani Mohammed Abdullahi who will now serve as Special Adviser to the President on Planning and will continue to work with the Minister of Budget and National Planning.

Akabueze was one-time Lagos state commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget. Akabueze and Abdullahi joined the Ministry of Budget and National Planning in February this year.

Davido's baby mama Sophia Momodu shares hot new photos to celebrate her birthday

Davido's baby mama and Dele Momodu's cousin, Sophia Momodu, shared these sexy new photos on her Instagram page to mark her birthday which is today June 9th. Another photo after the cut...

Photos: Yemi Osinbajo launches School Feeding Programme at the Presidential Villa, Abuja

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo today launched the National Home Grown School Feeding Programme at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Kaduna state governor, Nasir El Rufai, his Oyo state counterpart, Abiola Ajimobi, Osun state governor Rauf Aregbesola, Borno state governor Kashim Shettima and others are in attendance. See more photos after the cut...

Beautiful new photos of Tiwa Savage as she takes the streets of New York

Singer Tiwa Savage, who is presently in New York, stepped out looking stylish in a dress by Bridget Awosika. See more photos after the cut...

Another militant group, Ultimate Warriors of Niger Delta emerges, demands allocation of 60% oil blocs to Niger Deltans

A new militant group, the Ultimate Warriors of Niger Delta have surfaced, with a demand that the Federal government allocate 60% of the nation's oil blocs to indigenes of the Niger Delta region.

In a statement signed by its spokesperson, Brig. Sibiri Taiowoh and made available to newsmen yesterday June 8th, the group said failure to meet their demands within 2 weeks will see continuous attack of oil installations in the Niger Delta region.

Bill to reduce age qualification of political candidates to 30yrs passes 2nd reading in House of Reps

The second reading of a Bill by the House of Representatives seeking to reduce the age qualifications for interested candidates to contest for the positions of President, governor and senator in the country to 30 years, passed second reading yesterday June 8th.

The bill also seeks to reduce the age qualifications to contest for the House of Representatives and State Houses of Assembly to 25 years.

Tonto Dikeh shares another glimpse of her son as she celebrates her birthday today

Actress, Tonto Dikeh-Churchill is a year older today June 9. She shared a photo of herself and a little glimpse of her son (whose face she has not yet revealed) on IG this morning...

Chioma Akpotha on staying married to a man who doesn not have enough

The actress who has been married for 10 years speaks to Samuel Olatunji, founder of Broadway TV on marriage, how to deal with a man when he doesn't have enough and on the fact that women still need men. Read full story HERE

Flavour takes a ride with his daughter (photo)

That is his adorable daughter with Sandra Okagbue...

Kendall and Kylie Jenner put their sexy bods on display

The Jenner sisters who have a swimsuit line with Topshop put their hot bodies on display to show off their new swimwear line. See more photos after the cut.

Dbanj celebrates with sweet words of thanks as he turns a year older

Dbanj who is a year older today took to his Instagram page to thank God, his family, friends and fans for where he is today. Read what he wrote after the cut..

Doctors suspend planned strike action

The National Association of Resident Doctors of Nigeria (NARD) have postponed their strike action scheduled to commence today June 9th, by one week, after a meeting with the speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, at the National Assembly yesterday June 8th. At the meeting, Dogara asked for a one week postponement so him and members of the House committee on Health can meet with the Minister of Health to fashion out ways of meeting the demands of the doctors.

Singer Tiwa Savage to feature on E! mini documentary

She's going places! Congrats to her!

She's adorable! Check out Chris Brown's daughter's school photos

Chris Brown's precious daughter, Royalty has started kindergarten and the proud Dad shared photos from her school's photo session of his daughter.  See more photos after the cut...

Zahra Buhari and the ACE Charity team open new library in Northern Nigeria (photos)

President Muhammadu Buhari's daughter and ACE Charity Brand Ambassador Zahra Buhari, on June 7, opened another library in Northern Nigeria. Zahra was accompanied by her sister Halima Buhari ACE Charity is an NGO that focuses on Education and Training Economic Empowerment and Afforadble Healthcare. See more photos after the cut...

Beyoncé's Lemonade Album goes Platinum

Beyoncé's Lemonade album has gone Platinum.This is the 6th album by Queen Bey to reach platinum status by the RIAA. Congrats!

Nigeria has been on auto-pilot since May 29th, 2015 with no leader - PDP

As the opposition party tweeted this morning....

"My God sent, my main squeeze"- Tonto Dikeh's hubby says as he wishes her a happy birthday on Instagram

The actress is a year older today June 9th. Her husband, Oladunni Churchill, took to his Instagram page to celebrate her. He shared the photo above and wrote "Happy birthday to the one who adds beauty to my life... The one who makes me happy, My God Sent, My main squeeze, mother to my young King! God bless you so much baby... Today and always"

Federal Government to begin recruitment of 500,000 unemployed graduates next week

The Federal Government today ‎announced it will commence the recruitment of 500,000 unemployed graduates to benefit from the N500 billion social investment Programme included in the 2016 Budget. The announcement was made in a statement issued by the Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to Vice President Yemi Osinbajo , Laolu Akande today June 8th.

According to the statement, application will be received as Sunday June 12th ‎as the portal would formally be launched on Saturday, June 11.

Delta State governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, mourns Stephen Keshi

Governor of Delta state, Ifeanyi Okowa, has released a statement mourning Stephen Keshi who died in the early hours of today June 8th. Keshi is from Delta state. Read Governor Okowa's statement below

"On behalf of the government and people of Delta State, I commiserate with the family of the late Stephen Okechukwu Keshi, and the entire football loving fans in Nigeria over the demise of the late Super Eagles former Captain and Coach. The remarkable achievements recorded by the Nigeria Super Eagles in 1994 and 2013 were unarguably due to his indefatigable role as the Captain and Coach of the Super Eagles in those glorious years culminating in the winning of the African Nations Cup.

Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner take to Instagram to wish a happy 39th birthday to Kanye West

Kim K along with her mum shared loving messages to Kanye West on his 39th Birthday today. While Kim described her husband as her best friend, Kris praised her son-in-law for being 'special, one of a kind, an incredible father and wonderful friend.' See their messages after the cut...