World Cup: Netherlands Defeat Brazil In Third Place Playoff

The Netherlands compounded a horrible week for Brazilian football by triumphing in the World Cup third place playoff match in Brasilia Saturday. Chaotic defending helped the Dutch race into an early lead with Robin van Persie scoring a penalty before Daley Blind added a second soon after.

RIP Branama Queen - Emotional Photos As Gospel Singer, Kefee Is Laid To Rest In Sapele

Late Branama Queen and Gospel artiste, Kefee was buried yesterday, Friday 11th July 2014 in her hometown, Okpara Inland, Ethiope-East LGA, Sapele, Delta. As the body arrived Akpevwoghene Educational Centre, Okpara Inland, around noon in a white SUV the whole town was mourning.

Veteran Nollywood Actor, Segun Arinze & Wife Celebrates 6th Wedding Anniversary

Nollywood's veteran actor, Segun Arinze and wife, Julie Arinze are celebrating their 6th wedding anniversary today July 12th. The couple are blessed with two cute boys. From all of us at eGistonline, we say..Happy wedding anniversary to them!

Press Release: Nigerian Police Uncover Plans To Attack Abuja Transport Service

Credible intelligence reports at the disposal of the Nigeria Police indicate that terrorists have perfected plot to carry out attacks on the Abuja transport sector. The attacks which are intended to cause panic amongst Abuja residents and visitors alike are planned to be perpetrated through suicide bombings, or through the use

Nollywood Stars, Ini Edo & Desmond Elliot At Their National Open University Matriculation Ceremony

The two movie stars who were offered scholarships to study at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) to study law had their matriculation ceremony today Saturday 12th July 2014. The orientation of the e-learning tertiary institution was held yesterday. Ini is also sending a message to everyone out there who

DR. Sid Steps Into His Dad’s Shoes Alongside M.I Abaga To Make Nollywood Debut

With their music careers already working out very successfully, Nigerian music heavyweights Dr Sid and M.I are reportedly set to make a play for Nollywood in Newly-wed Moses Inwang’s new movie.
The movie which is titled “The Last Three Digits” will see the music superstars make their debut into

"I'm Coming Home, Tell The World" - LeBron James Announces Return To The Cleveland Cavaliers

It took four years, but it looks as though LeBron James is going back to the city he abandoned while on the hunt for an NBA championship ring. Yesterday, instead of holding a news conference to announce his big decision, LeBron revealed his plans to return to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a first-person piece he wrote for Sports Illustrated. See the excerpts from his statement below:

#SelfieOfLife: Jennifer Lopez & Michelle Obama Share Super-Smiley Selfie Together

Singer and actress, Jennifer Lopez, shared the above adorable selfie with the First Lady of the United States of America, Michelle Obama. J.Lo introduced the First Lady on Thursday (July 10) at the 2014 LULAC Convention in New York, where Michelle Obama addressed the League of United Latin American Citizens, the oldest Hispanic organization in the U.S.

Solange Addresses Rumored Friendship With Mathew Knowles’ Alleged Baby Mama

Earlier this week, Beyonce & Solange's Father,  Mathew Knowles was hit with yet again, another paternity suit by a young Texas woman, claiming that he fathered a child with her in 2010, around the time that Beyoncé’s mother, Tina Knowles, filed for divorce.

Marouane Fellaini Shaves Off Afro Hairdo Following Belgium's Exit From World Cup

One of the most famous haircuts in world football is no more. The Manchester United midfielder, Marouane Fellaini has followed through on a promise to shave off his afro, despite Belgium's exit from the World Cup.  "If we win the World Cup I'll shave my head. Am I sure about this? Yes, absolutely. We have a deal."

MD Of Senator Aruwa’s New Democrat Newspaper Assassinated In Kaduna

According to SaharaReporters, Unknown assassins yesterday evening in Kaduna town shot and killed one Ustaz Yunus, said to be the Managing Director of New Democrat, a Kaduna-based weekly newspaper. The newspaper is owned by Senator Ahmed Aruwa, a two-term Nigerian Senator from 1999 to 2007.

Houston Teen Drugged & Raped Victim’s Assault Video That Went Viral Speaks Out

A Houston teen was allegedly drugged and raped last month, and her assault was plastered on social media sites, local Houston outlet KHOU reported. Jada*, 16, told reporters that she didn’t think anything of attending this party; most of the boys there she thought were her friends. She said, “Just kids hanging out...I just got swooped into it.”

17 Lawyers Elevated To SAN, As Popular Lawyer, Festus Keyamo Falls Short

The Legal Practitioners’ Privileges Committee, LPPC, has conferred with the rank Of Senior Advocate of Nigeria, 17 out of the 109 lawyers screened. Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court, Mr Sunday Olorundahunsi, who announced the approved list, said the award was a mark of excellence of the legal

Messi, Robben, Neymar, James & More Made The Shortlist For FIFA's World Cup Golden Ball Award [Full List]

Barcelona stars have been named among a shortlist dominated by Argentina and Germany, who will contest Sunday's World Cup final at the Maracana. Lionel Messi, Neymar and James Rodriguez have been named among those shortlisted for the Fifa Golden Ball 2014.

Veteran Rapper, Lil' Kim Turns 40, Shares First Photo Of Daughter, Royal Reign!

It was Lil' Kim's birthday yesterday and she just a present to her fans! The new mom shared the first photo of newborn daughter Royal Reign's face on her WhoSay account to celebrate her own 40th birthday.

"Thank U to all my fans #TeamLilKim #KillerBees #Beehive & friends for the Birthday love," she

United Nation Providing Food To Refugees Fleeing Violence In Nigeria [Report]

As violence in northeastern Nigeria causes massive displacement, thousands of families have fled across the border into Cameroon where the United Nations World Food Programme, or the WFP, is providing humanitarian assistance despite insecurity and logistical challenges. The story of the program comes from a

Fashion Protégé Star, Oisetohanmen Isinugben Cover Allure’s New Issue

First MultiChoice Nigeria Fashion Protégé winner, Oisetohanmen “Omon” Isinugben of Belois Couture has been featured on the cover of Allure's latest edition and we are excited to be sharing the feature with you. Allure is the magazine insert of Vanguard Newspaper on Sunday. Edited by Remi Diagbare, Vanguard Allure is a pioneer fashion magazine.

Rev. Chris Okotie Celebrates His 56Th Birthday In Style [PHOTOS]

General overseer of Household of God Church, Rev. Chris Okotie added a year on the 16th of June and it was celebrated in a big way. The man of God who turned 56, was celebrated by his congregation who partied with him during a church service. Rev. Chris also received numerous gifts from his faithfuls. One of such gifts included a gold-plated customized iPhone.Check out photos from the birthday celebration below:

"Harry Potter" Actor, Dave Legeno Dies Hiking In Death Valley

One of the villains from the "Harry Potter" movies, British actor, Dave Legeno died while hiking in Death Valley, TMZ reports. Legeno's body was found by a pair of hikers on Sunday in an area so remote, a CHP helicopter had to be called in to remove it.

Press Release: Suspected Fraudsters Arrained By EFCC For N20 Million Fraud

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Thursday, July 10, 2014 arraigned the duo of Orum Chinedu and Onyiye Chima before Justice S.M Shaibu of the Federal High Court, Owerri on a 5-count charge bordering on conspiracy and obtaining money by false pretence.

#PhotoOfTheDay: Pastor E.A Adeboye Stricks A Pose With Gospel Legend, Don Moen

Redeem Christian Church of God General Overseer, Pastor Enoch Adeboye shared the above photo on his official facebook page, posing for a group photo with legendary gospel singer, Don Moen.

Branama Queen Goes Home - First Photos From Kefee's Burial In Delta State

Gospel music sensation, Kefee was laid to eternal rest today in her hometown, Okpara-Inland, Ethiope East Local government of Delta State with a celebratory service which held in Sapele afterwards. Gospel artistes, Nikki Laoye, Annie Ibrahim, Comedienne Princes and Sammie Okposo are there to witness the burial

"I Mistakenly Impregnated My Elder Sister" — 25-Year Old Man Opens Up In Court

According to a report on Vanguard, a 25 year  old man, Shamsu Isa, yesterday told a magistrate court in Kano State that he impregnanted his elder sister in error. Isa spoke shortly after appearing before the court, following a report made by the Ward Head of the Takalmawa Quarters, to the police that the accused

Made In Nigeria Cars & SUV's Ready To Hit The Streets [PHOTOS]

Made in Nigeria cars are ready to hit the streets, Executive Director/Chief Executive of the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), Mr Olusegun Awolowo, unveiled the latest invention from Nigerian car manufacturer via his Instagram page, he even posed beside his own, to announce its readiness to Nigerians. The SUV was manufactured by Innoson Idustries. See more photos below:

National Conference: "Some Delegates Are Against Its Success" - Raymond Dokpesi Reveals

A member of the National Conference Consensus Building Group and a representative of the Broadcasting Organisation of Nigeria (BON) to the conference, High Chief Aleogho Raymond Dokpesi has blamed the current disagreements at the conference on the attitude of some delegates, whom he said are bent on scuttling the exercise.

BREAKING: Liverpool's Luis Suarez Completes £75M Transfer To Barcelona For 5-Years

FC Barcelona via their social media accounts has announced the capture of Liverpool's Luis Suarez on a mega deal reportedly worth £75M for 5 Years...see confirmation tweets and photos from Barcelona below:

Rocket Counter: 570 Rockets In 3 Days? This Is How Israelis Woke Up This Morning

Israel's Defence Force's spokesperson, via his official twitter account announced the mayhem the people of Israel woke up this morning, announcing to the world that terrorists in Gaza have fired over 570 rockets at Israel in the past 3 days...see more below:

Official PHOTOS Of Celebs From The Emotional Candlelight Service For Late Branama Queen, Kefee

Entertainment Industry Colleagues, friends, family and fans of the late gospel singer, Kefee held a Candlelight Night for her on lastnight, Thursday, July 10, at the Oba Akenzua Cultural Complex, Benin City. Among the artists in attendance who took turns on the microphone were Sammie Okposo, Tim Tehilla, Nene

SSS Parades Kidnappers Of President Goodluck Jonathan's Uncle

The Department of State Services (DSS) yesterday, paraded six men alongside a security man for the abduction of an uncle to President Goodluck Jonathan, Chief Nitabai Inengite, from his Otuoke home in Bayelsa State. Marilyn Ogar, the spokesperson of the service who briefed journalists while parading the

N211.3Million Scam: Ex Gov. Gbenga Daniel’s Property Files Missing [Statement]

According to SaharaReporters, a prosecution witness in the ongoing trial of a former governor of Ogun State, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, on Thursday, July 10, 2014, told an Ogun State High Court sitting in Abeokuta, that a file containing records of properties allocated to the former governor, could not be found.

"I Could Have Been Paralysed" - Neymar Breaks Down In Tears In An Emotional Press Conference

Brazil's playmaker, Neymar Jnr could not hold back the tears as he revealed he had come within a few inches of being paralysed. Neymar, giving his first press conference after being hospitalised with a fractured vertebrae in Brazil’s World Cup quarter-final win over Colombia, also said he disagreed with his agent for

Glee Star, Becca Tobin's Boyfriend, Matt Bendik Found Dead In A Hotel Room

The boyfriend of Glee actress, Becca Tobin has been found dead in a hotel in Philadelphia. Nightclub owner, Mr Bendik, 35, who was reportedly on a business trip at the time, is understood to have been found by a maid in his hotel room on Thursday.

Zouma, Sanchez, Pasalic & More: Premier League's New Signings On Display [PHOTOS]

Ahead of the new English Premier League's 2014/2015 new campaign that is set to get underway, the eGistonline team brings to you the latest player signings that was unveiled by the mega rich clubs all gearing up to sweep the new season's trophy collections...below are the latest signings from London clubs.

Ozil, Wilshere, Cazorla, Walcott & More Model Arsenal's New Puma Kit For The New Premier League Season [PHOTOS]

Arsenal fans that queued outside Puma's flagship store for hours enjoyed their first glimpse of the club's new kits as Santi Cazorla, Mikel Arteta and Mathieu Flamini stepped into the front window of the shop wearing the home, away and cup strips. The Gunners timed their kit launch to perfection. On the same day

Sammie Okposo, Nikki Laoye & More At Candle Light Service For Late Singer, Kefee

A candle light service was held yesterday, Thursday 10th July 2014 at the Oba Akenzua Cultural Complex, Benin Edo State, In loving memory of the late gospel singer, Kefee who passed away last month. Present at the service were gospel acts, Sammie Okposo and Nikki Laoye, as well as comedian Princess Dammy. Today Friday 11th July 2014, Kefee will be laid to rest in Sapele...more pics below

Child Abduction: Fearless 9-Year Old Girl's Suspected Abductors Nabbed

9-year old girl known as Iyabo, was abducted by a woman and for over 3 years, she has been taken from one home to another all for the right price. Iyabo told reporters that she does domestic works in their houses and each time she complained to people that she was stolen, they beat her.

President Goodluck Jonathan Nominates FRSC Boss, Osita Chidoka As Minister

President Goodluck Jonathan, today, Thursday July 10th, announced the nomination of the Corps Marshall, Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC), Ositadinma Benjamin Chidoka (Anambra), as minister-designate and the Acting Director General of the National Pension Commission, Chinelo Anohu-Amazu as substantive DG of the commission.

Juju Music Legend, Ebenezer Obey Lands Nigerian University Job

Legendary Juju maestro-turned evangelist, Chief Commander Ebenezer Remilekun Aremu Olasupo Obey-Fabiyi has been appointed as professor of music at the Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ogun State.
The announcement was made on Monday, at an event in his honour, at the Otunba Gbenga Daniel Hall of the university.

August Date Set For 'Half Of A Yellow Sun' Movie Premiere In Cinemas Across Nigeria

Following its eventual certification by the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB), distributors of the much-talked-about high-budget Nigerian film, Half of a Yellow Sun, have fixed August 1, as release date for the film in Nigerian cinemas. Producers of the movie had cancelled the initial release date

Willow Smith Is The 90's Version Of Her Mom In Teen Vogue Magazine Spread [PHOTOS]

The last time Willow Smith posed for the pages of Teen Vogue, she was a 10-year-old international pop sensation riding the wave of her big hit song “Whip My Hair.” Fast forward three years, and she’s now a funky bohemian teenage fashion icon who’s traded her mohawk for short blonde curls.

Luxury Designer, Alexander Amosu & Konga Boss, Sim Shagaya Listed As Forbes 10 Young Millionaires To Watch Out For

Forbes has listed the 10 Young African Millionaires to Watch Out for and it includes two Nigerians. The young Africans is set to give Alhaji Aliko Dangote a run for his money in the not so distant future because they are already getting in the limelight.

World Cup 2014: "No One Wanted First Penalty" - Louis van Gaal Reveals Bitter Defeat To Argentina

Netherlands coach, Louis van Gaal says two of his players refused to take the first penalty in their World Cup semi-final shoot-out defeat by Argentina.  Defender, Ron Vlaar stepped up but Sergio Romero - a player who was "taught how to stop penalties" by Van Gaal at AZ Alkmaar saved his kick.

Nude Sports Legends Unite: Venus Williams, Michael Phelps & More Grace Covers Of ESPN's Annual Body Issue [PHOTOS]

For the sixth time in as many years, world-class athletes have flexed and flaunted their nude physiques for the pages of ESPN The Magazine's annual Body Issue. And this year, not one, but six individual covers will be released to celebrate. Those to feature include five-time Wimbledon champion, Venus Williams, 18-time

Taraba State Accountant-General Docked For N1.56 Billion Fraud

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission yesterday arraigned the Taraba State Accountant General, Joel Joseph Lenbang, before Justice Donatus Nwabueze Okorowo of the Federal High Court Jalingo for defrauding Taraba State Government to the tune of N1.56 billion. He was docked on an 8-

Political Party Materials, Top Politician's ID Cards Found In Boko Haram Camp

AITonline reports that the federal government yesterday revealed that identity cards belonging to some top politicians as well as party materials were found in the Boko Haram terrorists’ base in Balmo Forest in the Darazo local government area of Bauchi State.  It said that the items recovered during the last operations

"President Jonathan Is Nigeria's Number One Enemy" - APC's Lai Mohammed Releases Statement [READ]

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has described President Goodluck Jonathan as Nigeria's number one enemy because of his propensity to perpetrate impunity, abuse federal institutions and tolerate corruption, all in a dangerous clamour to win re-election at all costs. In a statement issued in Osogbo on

Ex Eagles Captain, Joseph Yobo, Adaeze & Son On Family Vacation To Disney World [PHOTOS]

On the back of an unceremonious exit from the World Cup and the media bashing that followed, former super eagles captain, Joseph Yobo and his wife, Adaeze Yobo took a much needed vacation to Disney World in Orlando. Just a few weeks ago, Ada had giving super eagles fans a tongue lashing in defence of her

Malaysian MP, Bung Mokhtar Radin Apologizes For World Cup Hitler Tweet To Germany

A Malaysian politician, Bung Moktar Radin, who drew gasps by evoking Hitler in a congratulatory tweet to the German World Cup team has apologized, in his own inimitable style. "When Germany whacked Brazil, I unintentionally said something that hurt d feeling of d ppl in Germany.MY SINCEREST

PHOTONEWS: Northern & Southern Confab Delegates Set For Showdown Over Revenue Formula

Southern Delegates to the ongoing National Conference yesterday vowed to resist the new revenue allocation formula proposed by the leaders of various zones. The Consensus Committee recommended, among others: 18 per cent for oil producing states; 5 per cent allocation for solid minerals development; and