Serena Williams Wins 21st Grand Slam Title

Serena Williams defeated Garbine Muguruza 6-4 6-4 to win her 6th Wimbledon Championship and her 21st Grand Slam title.

Babcock University Deploys TCR Technologies

Babcock University, Ogun State has raised the bar in education technology by   embracing  Total Classroom Revolution (TCR) that will wirelessly connect all undergraduates, post graduates and certificate students, lecturers, school administrators to classrooms, chapel, halls of residence, library, and cafeteria in  a campus-wide platform.

Suicide Bomber Kills 17 In Chad

A suicide bomber has struck outside a main crowded market in Chad’s capital, killing 17 people and injuring scores of others, a police spokesman told Al Jazeera.Authorities said the assailant was disguised as a woman wearing a full face veil when he detonated explosives as police tried to stop him in N’Djamena on Saturday.

Actress Yvonne Jegede Slays In New Photos (PHOTOS)

The actress and movie producer  just released these sexy new photos. See more photos after the cut...

Nigerians Attacks Singer Jidenna On Twitter Over His Comments About Nigeria

 In a recent interview, American-Nigerian singer Jidenna said he brought in a lot of AK47s and employed military commandos when he came to Nigeria to bury his his father, Nigerians fires back at him see more tweets after cut:

"Light-skinned People Don’t Have It Easy In Nigeria" According To Nigerian-American singer, Jidenna.

The Classic Man singer appeared on Vlad TV for an interview, where he discussed gender and racial issues. In his interview, Jidenna, who declared himself as “Igbo American” stated that unlike in the US, being lightskinned put you at a bigger risk in Nigeria. He described the South-East as being “away from the city”, adding that when you’re lightskinned, you tend to stand out.
“When I went to bury my father, I had to bring a lot of AK-47s… I had to employ military commandos… Because when you’re light-skinned, you’re a heavier target for being kidnapped, because you’re seen as more valuable.”He added that his family had been assaulted and robbed, adding that the situation for lightskinned people had it easier in America.

Ali Baba Sends Sweet Birthday Shout Out To His Wife

Alibaba shared loving message to his wife on his Instagram page this morning to wish her happy birthday, See message after cut:

Goodluck Jonathan And Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Jointly Denied Edo State Of About N10bn In Four Years – Oshiomhole

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Adams Oshiomhole, on Friday alleged that former President Goodluck Jonathan and his Minister of Finance, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, jointly denied his state of about N10bn in four years.He said the sum was an estimate of what could have accrued to his state if the past administration had been faithful in remitting taxes paid by the Nigerian Liquefied Natural Gas Company and Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria into the Consolidated Federation Account the same way the present administration did.

Buhari, Osinbajo Slash Own Salaries By 50%

President Muhammadu Buhari will take only half of the salary paid to former head of state Goodluck Jonathan, his office announced on Friday.“President Muhammadu Buhari will only receive 50 percent of the salary paid to his predecessor,” the head of state’s spokesman Garba Shehu said in an emailed statement.“The president’s decision to take a 50 percent cut was conveyed to the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation yesterday (Thursday),” he added.

Nigerians Will Revolt Against APC If There Is No Change – APC Chairman, USA

In this interview with Ben Agande in Abuja, the Chairman of the All Progressive Congress in the United States of America, Mr Anthony Isama says Nigerians should allow President Muhammadu Buhari choose his cabinet at the time he wants but warn his party on the dangers ahead. Excerpts:
The president recently revealed the willingness of the world powers to assist Nigeria recover some of the stolen monies kept abroad. What role will the All Progressive Congress in the Diaspora play in ensuring that such monies are traced? We will use the legal tools in our various countries of residence to reach out to our representatives in the congress to support the administration in this effort.
Despite several visits to solicit foreign direct investments, it has been argued that the result has not been commensurate with the efforts previous governments have put into it.   What do you think is responsible for this?

Nicky Hilton Marry's Rothschild Heir In lavish Kensington Palace (PHOTOS)

Nicky Hilton looked every inch the blushing bride in her £50,000 Valentino lace gown this evening as she left Claridge's hotel en route to her wedding at Kensington Palace.The 31-year-old's couture dress had a lengthy train and was worn with a traditional lace veil under which a sleek blonde up-do could just about be seen. She also carried a bouquet of white roses - seen earlier being carried into the hotel by an aide.Escorted out of the hotel by her father, the hotel heiress had a brief scare when she tripped over her train as she got into her car but managed to hold herself up and made it into the vehicle without losing her dignity.More pictures after cut:

Karrueche Tran Hints At Reunion With Chris Brown In New Interview

Things have been rough between Chris Brown, 26, and Karrueche Tran, 27, over the last several months, but don’t rule a reunion out completely. Although Kae is beyond pissed about Chris’ cheating (and everything that happened afterward!), she admitted to Ryan Seacrest that she’s not totally against getting back together with her troubled ex.

Twenty-one lawyers Conferred With SAN Title

The Legal Practitioners’ Privileges Committee (LPPC) on Friday in Abuja, approved the conferment of the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) on 21 lawyers.Mr Ahmed Saleh, the Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court and Secretary of the Committee, said that LPPC took the decision at its 119th General Meeting.

Jonathan Caused PDP’s Defeat —Ogunlewe

Former Minister of works and chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, Sen Adeseye Ogunlewe has described the composition of the principal officers at the National Assembly as the best that has happened to the country. In an interview with Saturday Vangaurd at his Ogudu, Lagos residence, Sen Ogunlewe stated that whether people like it or not, the development would benefit the President and the country more. Excerpts:

Five Die In Niger Gas Station Explosion – Police

The Niger State Police Command has said five persons have been killed in a gas station explosion in Suleja.Assistant Commissioner of Police in the command, Abubakar Yahaya, who said this on Friday, did not explain the circumstances surrounding the explosion or the source of the blast.

Kylie Jenner Shows Off Her Bright New Look As She Promotes Her Hair Extensions Range (PHOTOS)

She loves to experiment with different looks so it's no shocker that Kylie Jenner has coloured her locks once again.The 17-year-old showed off her newly bright blue tresses at the launch of the Bellami Beauty Bar in West Hollywood on Thursday.While Kylie has had turquoise strands before, this time she opted for an icy shade, and looked very pleased with her latest 'do as she posed on the red carpet. More pictures after cut:

Kourtney Kardashian Wants Full Custody Of The Kids

We’ve learned that the worst is still to come for the party loving dad. Not only has Kourtney Kardashian, 36, dumped him and thrown his stuff out of their home, she’s also planning to take custody of their three children Mason, 5, Penelope, 3, and Reign, 7 mos.

Alleged N1.35bn Fraud: “You Mean I Am Now A Prisoner”- Lamido

A Federal High Court, sitting in Kano, yesterday, ordered former Jigawa State governor, Sule Lamido, and his two sons, Aminu and Mustapha, accused of fraud, remanded in prison custody in Kano till September 28.The former governor is facing a 28-count charge alongside his two sons, and one Wada Abubakar in connection with alleged corruption and money laundering that amounted to over N1.35 billion.

Thugs Launch Fresh Attack On Anti-Aregbesola Crowd

Two days after hoodlums suspected to be sympathetic to the All Progressives Congress, APC allegedly unleashed terror on anti-Aregbesola’s protesters in Osogbo, some residents of the state capital were again yesterday attacked over an alleged opposition stance against the governor.
The fresh attack took place at a popular news-stand, Makson Junction, opposite old Governor’s Office in Osogbo with several innocent people sustaining various degrees of injuries.

17 Dead In Bangladesh Stampede

At least 17 people have been killed in a stampede during a handout of free clothes at a factory in the northern Bangladeshi city of Mymensingh, police said. The stampede erupted on Friday when hundreds of people tried to force their way into the factory compound through a small gate after massing outside the building before dawn, local police chiefs told the AFP news agency.

Five Indonesia Airports Closed, 250 Flights To Be Cancelled As Volcano Erupts

Indonesian authorities have shut five airports, including on the popular holiday islands of Bali and Lombok, because of a volcanic eruption, causing about 250 flights to be cancelled and stranding thousands of holidaymakers.Mount Raung in East Java has been erupting for nearly a week, spewing clouds of ash.

World's 1st Selfie Taking Wax Figure Made In The Image Of Kim Kardashian (PHOTOS)

The world's first selfie taking wax figure made in the image of Kim Kardashiam West dressed in one of her all time favourite Balmain dresses - her bachelorette party outfit - was officially unveiled today at Madame Tussaud. Backgrounds change behind the selfie-taking wax figure, showing different locales for her to pose in, like at a tropical cabana, Taj Mahal, etc. More photos after the cut....

DJ Cuppy Takes Africa: Cuppy Announces Continent wide 8 city tour (PHOTOS)

Cuppy is set to kick off an 8 city continent wide tour across Africa. Titled ‘Cuppy Takes Africa’, the ambitious tour which kicks off August in Nigeria will run through 8 countries with a final stop in South Africa.
 Tour Dates:
Lagos, Nigeria- August 1
Dakar, Senegal – August 5
Accra, Ghana – August 7
Nairobi, Kenya – August 10
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania – August 15
Kigali, Rwanda – August 21
Kampala, Uganda – August 22
Johannesburg, South Africa –August 29

“Exploring Africa and its vast culture has always been a dream of mine,” she explained at a press conference in Lagos on July 8. “I am so excited to discover the music, the people and soak in experiences from this tour!” she added.  The celebrated DJ who has under her belt a slew of high profile jobs including the 2014 Financial Times Summit and MTV Africa Music Awards, is passionate about the education of Africa’s future leaders and will support girls’ schools and NGOs in every country she visits through the tour in partnership with the Dangote Foundation.  The ‘Cuppy Takes Africa’ tour which will include performances, major artiste collaborations, press ops and charitable engagements is proudly supported by GTBank . More pictures after cut:

Kendall Jenner Steps Out In Style In Her $2,500 Thigh-high Sandals For Girls Night Out (PHOTOS)

The 19-year-old, who was handpicked by Karl Lagerfeld to close his Chanel presentation, joined close friend Hailey Baldwin for a low-key dinner date in West Hollywood on Wednesday evening.
Turning heads as she passed by, the model-of-the moment drew attention to her long limbs in an eye-catching pair of knee-high gladiator sandals, which are worth a grand $2,500. More pictures after cut:

Scott Disick Makes Visit To Rehab After Break Up

It has been revealed Scott Disick may have been seeking help before his latest meltdown which has led to a breakup with longtime partner Kourtney Kardashian, According to a Thursday report from US Weekly,

Ecobank Sues Zamfara Over N3.2bn Debt

Ecobank Nigeria Limited has urged a Federal High Court in Lagos to transfer to the undefended list a suit it filed to recover an alleged debt of N3.2bn from the government of Zamfara State.The bank, which claimed that the state had  been owing the said money since 2009, argued that Zamfara State had no reasonable defence to the suit,  hence the prayer to transfer it to  the undefended list.

Stop Behaving Like A Rascal, UPN Chairman Tells Fasehun

The new National Chairman of the United Party of Nigeria, Prof. Bankole Okuwa, has warned the former Interim National Chairman of the party, Dr. Frederick Fasehun, to stop parading himself as the party’s national chairman.Okuwa, a professor of Political Science, said the position had been determined by the party’s national convention in Kaduna on March 6, 2015, where he was elected the chairman of the UPN.The national chairman explained that his reaction followed a development at a political gathering recently held in Ondo State, where Fasehun reportedly paraded himself as the national chairman of the party.

Four-storey Building Collapses In Lagos

Seven people escaped death on Thursday after a four-storey building, which is under construction, collapsed on a church building in the Sabo, Yaba area of Lagos State.It was learnt that the building suddenly collapsed around 2.30pm while the seven men, who were working on the building,

Scott Disick Misses Daughter's Birthday (PHOTOS)

Not only did Scott Disick miss Penelope‘s birthday party at Disneyland on July 8, but it took him hours to even acknowledge her birthday on social media something her other family members did early in the day. But perhaps Scott is starting to feel bad for the way he has been acting lately because in his special message to “P,” he threw a jab at himself.“1 of the only things I’m proud off about myself. Happybdayp,” Scott wrote alongside a collage of Penelope pics on Instagram. Based on his message, it seems pretty clear that Scott doesn’t have a very high opinion about himself right now. And that’s understandable — he was caught engaging in hot PDA with his ex-girlfriend, Chloe Bartoli, in Monte Carlo over the Fourth of July weekend, and then Kourtney Kardashian dumped him. More pictures from Penelope's birthday after cut:

South Africa Rapper AKA Welcomes Baby Girl (PHOTOS)

South African rapper AKA welcomed a baby girl with his girlfriend DJ Zinhle yesterday , who is one of South Africa's biggest female DJs. The girl has been named Kairo Owethu Forbes. Another picture after cut:

Coleen And Wayne Rooney Reveal They Are Expecting Their Third Child

Coleen and Wayne Rooney are expecting their third child together.The WAG took to her Twitter account on Wednesday evening to share the news, announcing her pregnancy to her 1.2m followers on the social networking site.'Baby number 3 is on the way ...... January!! We are so happy and excited,' the 29-year-old revealed. And Wayne took to his own Twitter account at the same time, as the two had clearly syncronised their announcement. 'Delighted that me and @ColeenRoo have our 3rd child on the way,' he added.

Huge Street Party Will Celebrate The Queen's 90th Birthday

The historic Mall in London will host one of the largest street parties the country has ever seen to celebrate the Queen’s 90th birthday next year.Some 10,000 people will be treated to a classic British hamper lunch as they sit down to mark the monarch’s milestone, as well as her lifelong patronage of more than 600 charities and national organisations, Buckingham Palace have announced.

Adams Oshiomhole Seeks Stiffer Penalties For Rapists

The Edo State Governor, Adams Oshiomhole, has called for stiffer penalties for persons convicted of rape, defilement and other forms of child abuse to serve as a deterrent to others.He also urged the people of the state to stop giving alms to child beggars to discourage the rising trend of child beggars in the state.

Court Indicts Joshua’s Synagogue Church, Says Aircraft Not Cause Of Collapse

AFTER 10 months of sitting, the Lagos Coroner’s Inquest into the collapse of a six-storey building belonging to the Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN), yesterday, in Ikeja indicted the church for “criminal negligence” and recommended that it be prosecuted. 116 people died in the tragic incident.

Pictures From Davido's Meet and Greet With UK Press

Ahead of his anticipated UK tour 2015, OBO (Davido) met with members of the UK press and DJ's to officially announce the set dates.Davido who recently dropped a hit collaboration with Meek Mill (Fans Mi), racking up 1 Million YouTube views within 5 days; kick starts his UK tour in London on the 25th September 2015 at the famous central London venue, The Troxy.Davido who arrived at the press conference on a 2 wheels electric scooter will also hit Birmingham, Southampton and few other cities during the tour. More pictures after cut:

Kendall Jenner Slays In Latest Calvin Klein Lingerie Campaign (PHOTOS)

She has been working it on the catwalk as a model for Chanel.And now Kendall Jenner has showed off she has earned her lingerie modelling stripes too as the face of Calvin Klein’s new campaign, which the company is calling the return of ‘The Original Sexy.’The 19-year-old smolders for the camera in her smalls, pouting provocatively in the shots by photographer Mikael Jansson. More pictures after cut:

Another Transgender Clams She Had An Affair With Tyga (PHOTOS)

Just when you thought that Tyga's TRANS-GATE scandal couldn't get any worse . .. it just did. A popular TRANS girl from Cali named Cassandra reached out to MediaTakeOut.com. She claims that she had relations with TYGA in the past. The Tran-girl also claims that there are OTHER TRANSGENDERS from the San Fernando Valley that Tyga paid to be with.According to Cassanda - it wasn't just a ONE TIME THING . . . Tyga actually has a FETISH for TRANSGENDERS. More pictures after cut:

End of Boko Haram In Sight -Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday assured Nigerians that the end of the Boko Haram sect and terrorism in Nigeria is in sight.Buhari gave the assurance in a statement made available to journalists by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu.The President was reacting to latest terrorist attacks in Jos, Kano, and Zaria.

Zambian Woman Gives Birth To Tufts Of Hair

A 26-year-old woman in Zambia’s Luwingu district has given birth to pure hair, according to the Luwingu District Medical Officer, Dr Ernest Mutale.The Zambia National Information Services (ZANIS) on Wednesday reported the woman had been 10 months pregnant and she gave birth to pure hair and a little blood.

Tyga Denies Sending Nude Photo To Transgender Model...But Admits The Picture Leaked Is Authentic

A nude photo of Tyga was released online to allege that he has been locked in an affair with a transgender model.But the 25-year-old denies ever sending the photo to the transgender model, claiming the leaking of the picture is part of a conspiracy to smear him, according to TMZ.
The image in question is full frontal but also features some of the rapper's identifying tattoos, proving that the photo, if nothing else, is authentic Tyga's attorney, Lee Hutton, believes that someone stole the photo of the rapper and sent it to betray him. Hutton, according to TMZ, says that while the image is real the photo was released by an unknown person to manufacture a fake story.

Kardashians Sisters Stuns In All White Outfits (PHOTOS)

Kourtney Kardashian found support in younger sisters Kim and Khloe on Tuesday as she stepped out after allegedly splitting from Scott Disick.the 36-year-old was obliged to work and spotted filming Keeping Up With The Kardashians in Westlake Village, California with her siblings.
The trio even coordinated their outfits and all wore white - with pregnant Kim in a skintight white dress and Khloe sporting tapered trousers and a long-sleeved top. More pictures after cut;

Okada Riders Vandalise VIO Office In Ibadan

THE relative peace that reigns at Iwo road interchange, Ibadan, was ruptured yesterday as some Vehicle Inspection Officers, VIO, caused the death of a motorcyclist who fell under a Lagos bound articulated vehicle which crushed his head instantly.The VIO officials, whose manner of operations had been roundly condemned by motorists in the state, were said to be in hot pursuit of a commercial cab for alleged breach of traffic rules.

Prayer Warrior Kidnapped, Kidnappers Demand N5m Ransom

Mrs Gbemisola Oluwakemi Basorun was on medication for three days, which ended around 6pm of Tuesday June 30. Though not fully recovered, her zeal to worship and serve God prompted her to attend an evening programme of the Pentecostal Assembly, a branch of the Christ Apostolic Church in Agodo by Odogunyan, Sagamu Local Government of Ogun State.

Boko Haram Has Destroyed 850 Churches -PFN

The President, Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, Dr. Felix Omobude, has revealed that about 850 churches have been destroyed, with many people killed and injured through the activities Boko Haram in the northern part of the country.Omobude stated this on Tuesday during a visit to the Oyo State chapter of the association, at the Rehoboth Cathedral, Oluyole Estate, Ibadan.

Twin Explosions Hits Kabul

Gunfire and explosions have been reported in Afghanistan’s capital Kabul, hours after a Taliban suicide bomber rammed a vehicle into a convoy belonging to foreign forces, security officials said.
Police spokesman Ebadullah Karimi said that armed men entered a building close to an installation used by Afghanistan’s intelligence agency on Tuesday afternoon.Al Jazeera journalists in Kabul

Transgender Model, Mia Isabella Allegedly Accusing Tyga Of Sexual Affair (PHOTOS)

Tyga has some pretty big accusations being thrown at him. The 25-year-old rapper is reportedly being accused by Mia Isabella, 29, of having an ongoing sexual relationship that spans the course of three years. This would mean that it was going on when he was with Blac Chyna and also while he’s been dating Kylie Jenner.Tyga and Mia had an on going relationship for almost 3 years since she moved to LA. She’s down for him has been since he was with Chyna.” In the reported text messages an alleged Tyga and Mia discuss what they would say if this story ever became public and Mia said she would claim she worked on his clothing line. Here is the text where they allegedly discussed covering up their reported relationship. Mia allegedly writes: “If any haters try to publicly connect us I’ll only ever say we were friends through fashion because of my work as a stylist and your clothing line, never sexual. Cuz that hoe who used to be my roommate been running her mouth and that b*tch we did a 3 some with last summer in weho who used to be my friend.” Tyga then allegedly responds: “Ok, don’t trip. That’s why we gotta be low key, can’t trust no one.” More pictures after cut:

Ogun State Steps Up Surveillance Across 20 LGAs To Guard Against Ebola

Following the resurface of Ebola Virus Disease in Liberia, the Ogun State government has stepped up surveillance across the 20 Local Government Areas of the state to guard against the entry of the disease.The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health, Dr. Daisi Odeniyi, said this in a statement made available to our correspondent in Abeokuta on Tuesday.

9,000 Xenophobic Attack Suspects Arrested

South Africa police have arrested 9,098 people suspected of committing a variety of crimes in a nationwide operation following the recent wave of xenophobic violence.Foreign nationals account for a portion of those arrested during Operation Fiela, otherwise known as `sweep’ in Sesotho language, according to figures provided by Minister of Police Nathi Nhleko at a session in parliament.
Nhleko did not reveal the whereabouts of the detainees and details of any judicial processes resulting from the arrests.

Kylie Jenner Steps Out In Style (PHOTOS)

The 17-year-old reality star had on a semi-casual outfit that looked like it could have come from mum Kris Jenner's Seventies-era wardrobe. Bellbottoms and a flared-sleeve crop-top were the main articles that made up Kylie's look. Her black hair was worn loose and long An over-sized pair of aviator shades covered much of Kylie's face, although her carefully painted and lined lips were visible.
For a shirt, Kylie put on a pale grey crop-top that had long, wide sleeves and a stomach-baring lower hem. More ictures after cut: