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The marriage ceremony is still ongoing at the Etal Hall, Kudirat Abiola Way, Oregun, Lagos. Nigerian comedian, Jedi , has today, January 15, 2016, married his sweetheart, Olajumoke , in a star studded event in Oregun, Lagos State.    The couple who had gotten engaged after Jedi proposed during one of his events in June 2015, got married today, with the marriage ceremony is still ongoing at the Etal Hall, Kudirat Abiola Way, Oregun, Lagos. Among list of celebrities pictured at the event are Gbenga Adeyinka the 1st, Basorge Tariah Jnr, Bovi, Mudi, Debola Williams, Tunde Ednut, Ushbebe, Bisoye Fagade, Tosin Martins, D Don , amongst others. The newly wedded couple glowed in their traditional wedding attires, in a white and goled themed ceremony. See photos from the wedding in Pulse gallery.    

YBNL singer, Adekunle Gold, sure will never forget his humble beginning with painting and photo editing which got him stardom to some extent until his music side manifested. The singer, flaunting some of his artistic works, stated that he is still the king of photoshop as he only went on sabbatical. “I am still the king of photoshop, I only went on sabbatical,” he said. Adekunle Gold since making a name for himself in the buzzing Nigerian entertainment industry, has been able to maintain his style of music which with his three singles so far, has gotten him some awards and large fan base.

Ex Militant leader, Government Ekpemupolo (aka Tompolo) has dissociated himself from Friday’s attack on Escravos gas pipeline, in the Warri area of Delta state. *Tompolo Tompolo, who spoke through his media aide, Paul Bebenimibo, condemned the attack, even as he urged those who carried behind it to change their ways. He said: “I am not responsible for the attack and I condemn it as a dastardly act. I am aware that some persons might want to destroy oil installations and link it with me that was why I said before time that I have nothing to do with it. “I could not have gone ahead to carry out such action knowing that every finger will be pointed at me because of my case with the Federal Government.”

Chief of Naval staff, Vice Admiral Ibok Ibas on Friday, described the bombing of the gas pipeline supplying gas from Escravos-Warri to Lagos and Abuja, as sabotage saying that Nigerian Navy has consequently being put on alert to contain any other act of sabotage. Vice Admiral Ibok Ibas In a telephone chat, the CNS said, “It is sabotage but the Commanders on ground at our Eastern, Central and Logistics Command are on top of the situation. Presently, we have arrested some of the perpetrators of this heinous crime because what they have done is something that affects the whole nation. “I want to assure you that the Nigerian Navy will do all within its powers in collaboration with other security agencies to ensure more security for oil and gas platforms in the country and those trying to cause carnage and economic sabotage will be made to face the music. Continuing the CNS said, irrespective of whom these hoodlums are, they have to realize that their own families, comm

                                                                 Jonathan and Naomi King Former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan was Thursday (January 14th) honoured by the Southern Christian Leadership Conference in Atlanta, Georgia. He was awarded with the Presidential Award in recognition of his leadership in advancing human rights, social justice and the fight for universal freedom. The SCLC, founded by the late American Civil Right leader, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, in January 1957 is currently led by Dr. Charles Steele Jr. The event is part of the activities leading up to the celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Day on Monday, January 18th, 2016. Former President Jonathan is the first African leader to be so honored. Dr. Jonathan also received Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s sister, Naomi King during the event. Before his remarks at the event, Dr. Jonathan met privately with the president of the SCLC. The president of the SCLC, Dr. Charles Steele Jr propo

Nigerian soldiers are pictured undertaking a herculean task of moving a vehicle over a water body in the north-eastern part of Nigeria as they route Boko Haram insurgents from their enclaves. The soldiers during a military operation   Nigerian troops pass through lots of hardships on the war front which are not mostly caught on camera. In the above picture, the soldiers in the North were seen devising a means to transport their security vehicle over the water as they attacked the makeshift camps of Boko Haram members.   Boko Haram has been attacking Nigerians and other neighbouring countries since the year 2009 during which thousands of people have died, maimed and others displaced in the northern part of the country.

Tiwa Savage’s husband, Teebillz, is seriously planning a major boost for his entertainment outfit, 323 Entertainment, after being able to manage his artiste, Trafic Babz. To get that major boost this 2016, Teebillz, has just signed singer, CDQ into his outfit making his artistes two. Hoping for a good year, Teebillz wrote, “May God help me with the success that my heart desires for this undeniable talent, CDQ as I welcome him to the 323family.”

Remarks by His Excellency, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, Former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria The Southern Christian Leadership Conference, Atlanta, on Thursday 14th, January, 2016. Protocols. I thank the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, for inviting and honoring me today, and especially so, as this invitation comes right about the period when the world stands still in recognition of the selfless sacrifice of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. When we think of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC), it is virtually impossible to separate this worthy body from its founder, the late great Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, or from epoch making landmark events of the American Civil Rights movement. I am pleased to know that the Southern Christian Leadership Conference is not just one of the great American institutions, it is also one of her more potent vehicles for the advancement of liberty and freedom for all God’s people. For that, I also

This detailed piece will give you an overview of the type of people you will meet at newspaper stands in Nigeria and especially in the Southeast.   Newspaper stand in this context is referred to an open booth or stand at which newspapers and periodicals are sold. this thread examines an aggregate of the individual views, attitudes, and beliefs about a particular topic, expressed by a significant proportion of a community of newspaper readers.    It is generally believed that people are entitled to their own opinion, but I think some opinions are superior and so should be adopted as a standard. In most of the stands, people of different characters and background converge to express their opinion about the recent happenings in the country and beyond. I therefore classify these people according to their preferred topic.   This post is not targeted at any body or tribe in particular and that no one should be perturbed as I have no bad feeling for anybody, it is

Delectable Nollywood actress and TV Presenter, Dakore Akande looked really great as she stepped out in a red Lace Flamenco number for an interview. The proud mother of two lovely girls always slays in any outfit she puts on for outdoor or indoor events. Her braids, smokey eyes and neck-piece accentuated her look. We simply love it! ?

Following the killing of one of their members, commercial sex workers have taken to the streets in protest of the dastardly act. S*x workers on the streets   Commercial s*x workers on Friday, January 15, took to the streets the streets of Nakuru town, Kenya, to protest the murder of their colleague identified as Grace Wangari.   Although details are still sketchy, Mpasho TV reports that the deceased Grace was found dead at Tumaini house in the town. Her body has been deposited at the Nakuru mortuary.   The sex workers have used the protest to call on the police to promptly investigate Grace's murder.   See more photos below:    

A man and woman have shocked people when they were spotted without their clothes having s*x in front of an OAU gate.   According to a student 'Lakunle Jaiyesimi who sent the story, the couple were caught red-handed having s*x in broad day light.   Read below his account below: A couple (a young couple comprising a male and a female) was seen engaging in a brazen, no-clothes s*x at the security post of the Road 1 gate of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife. They were seen at a vantage spot, where the roads meet, engaging in the act without regard to the timing and people, increasingly gathering. They allegedly rode on a bike through the gate, alighting at the security post premises. They immediately got undressed to the last piece (if you know what that means), placed their phones on the ground and started the sexcrobatics, which an eye-witness claimed was more of a scene out of an amateur pornography movie.   While people gathered, they continued. They

Nigeria's foremost Indigenous singer Flavour Nabania, has been spotted taking a stroll outside his apartment in what many consider a super-cool gesture. Flavour   All work they say makes 'Jack a dull boy' and Flavour who is widely acknowledged as one of the s*xiest stars in Nigeria's music industry, realises this.   The The 2nite entertainment chief has been spotted taking time off to stroll out with his dog.

Olamide starts the new year with a bang and he drops another Lagos themed record this one tagged I Love Lagos. The music video stars Nollywood star Odunlade Adekola and it showcases some of the most iconic places in Lagos. I Love Lagos is produced by Pheelz. Enjoy!

.  Contrary to speculations going round that the Founder of Living Faith Church, Bishop David Oyedepo is going on retirement, the church has come out with a disclaimer. Bishop David Oyedepo   The Living Faith Church Worldwide, also known as Winners Chapel, has denied rumours that the founder of the church, Bishop David Oyedepo, was set to retire from active service. The Nation reports that the Church’s Mandate Secretary, Pastor Yemi Nathaniel, said any such reports were not true. According to him, “Every apostolic ministry like ours is a priestly commission and because priesthood is for a lifetime, his (Oyedepo) presidency and priesthood is for a lifetime. “Moses, Joshua, Aaron ministered and his son also did; Elijah, Elisha and Paul, among others. Therefore any online publication purporting his retirement is false. “For those interested, the Red Book, The Mandate, explains our succession plan. The good news of generational success as promised by God for

We bring to you some graphic photos from Southern Ijaw as the supplementary gubernatorial election in Bayelsa State turns bloody. We bring to you some graphic photos from Southern Ijaw as the supplementary gubernatorial election in Bayelsa State turns bloody.   According to an exclusive report on ReportsAfrique, APC thugs with soldiers and police have laid seige over the Ekeremor town in Bayelsa state.     It was also reported earlier that there were reports of sporatic gun shots leaving four policemen and two soldiers dead and their remains have been deposited at the mortuary in Bomadi.     No voting going on in Ekeremor town as fear grips the residents of the community.   See more photos of people allegedly shot by thugs loyal to the APC below;  

Do you have ultra-sensitive eyes? Then it is time to prove it. See if you can tell the authenticity of this Adekunke Gold/Nicki Minaj picture. Alternative singer, Adekunle Gold, is seen in this photo posing with Rap Queen, Nicki Minaj. But there is one problem? Is the famous 'Sade' crooner really posing with the American rap mogul. Look closly and see if you can tell.   Ok, let's help you out.   The YBNL singer is not really posing with Nicki Minaj. It is only a work of graphic. It is widely known that he is a great graphics designer and this is yet another of is work of ingenuity.

Popular Nigerian dance Queen, Kafayat Shafau Ameh better known as and Husband, Papi J Ameh are currently making preparations to celebrate their daughter, Eliana, who just turned two years old. The lovely couple rather than go for the usual cake and drinks which everyone is familiar with decided to change the tradition as the slaughtered Ram to celebrate their daughter’s day. Hopefully the birthday celebration is going to be a star studded one as some people have shown interest of coming around. The couple already has a son, Sean Oluwatosin Joseph Ameh together.

The statement alleged that since Metuh was arrested on Tuesday he had been kept in cell where he was daily threatened by officials of the agency. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to immediately release its National Publicity Secretary, Chief Olisa Metuh. This is contained in a statement signed by the PDP National Legal Adviser, Mr Victor Kwon on Saturday in Abuja. The statement alleged that since Metuh was arrested on Tuesday he had been kept in cell where he was daily threatened by officials of the agency. The party asked the EFCC to respect the law and immediately release Metuh or charge him to court in line with the provisions of the laws if it has a case against him. According to the statement, the EFCC officials had since been mounting pressure on him to accept guilt of fictitious figures and implicate PDP leaders. ``The PDP strongly cautions against the avoidable tension and looming politica

An Abuja High Court has asked the the Nigeria Police to pay up to N1 million damages to a man for going against standard practice. An FCT High Court sitting in Jabi, on Friday awarded N1 million damages against the Nigeria Police for detaining one Mark Sani for seven days without trial. According to Vanguard, Justice Halilu Yusuf who awarded the cost said the Police breached the fundamental human rights of Sani. Yusuf said although the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria provides for arrest by the Police, upon suspicion of anybody who committed a crime, such a person must be charged to court within a reasonable period of time. The counsel to Sani, Mr Chinedu Akubue had told the court that Paul Udofia, the first defendant bought a plot of land situated at Lugbe, Abuja from Sani in 2014. Akubue said the land in question was later revoked by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) later in 2014, which prompted Udofia to report to the police. H

NAN recalls that the NIMC had earlier pegged September last year for the enforcement of the NIN before critical services could be rendered to Nigerians. Mrs Hadiza Dagabana , General Manager Legal Services, National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), on Saturday made some clarifications on the planned enforcement of the use of the National Identification Number (NIN). In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja, Dagabana said it would be enforced by the relevant Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs). NAN recalls that the NIMC had earlier pegged September last year for the enforcement of the NIN before critical services could be rendered to Nigerians. She explained that the Commission was taking the step in pursuant of the official gazetting on the commencement of the mandatory use of the NIN as enshrined in section 27 of the NIMC Act. ``This stipulates that transactions like applications for International Passport; opening of b

For wave-making singer, Harrysong (Harrison Tare Okiri), he doesn't smoke or drink, but gets his inspiration from God to thrill his fans with awesome performance on stage but there are some other artistes who can't do without booze or drugs before mounting the stage. Harrysong the Reggae Blues crooner explains why some ?of his colleagues do what they do. “It’s not a plus because I think it’s a limitation. Some are shy and can’t face the crowd but I think it is enough reason to take drugs. I don’t do drugs. For me, if God has given you a talent, he also empowers you to handle any challenges that may come with it.”? Born in Warri, Delta State, Harrysong has risen from humble beginnings and today, he is not only a successful musician but also brand ambassador to one of Africa’s biggest telecoms platforms, MTN. The star reveals that he discovered he had a talent for music at a very tender age and ever since, he has never looked back.? Recounting his success story,

The suspects were said to have forcefully carried the ballot box while polling was ongoing at the unit.  Two persons suspected to be agents of one of the political parties involved in Saturday’s supplementary governorship election in Bayelsa have been arrested for allegedly snatching a ballot box. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the suspects were arrested by soldiers at Otuokpoti Unit 1, Ward 2, Ogbia Local Government Area, where the box was allegedly snatched. The suspects were said to have forcefully carried the ballot box while polling was ongoing at the unit. The incident caused pandemonium at the unit but after the suspects were taken away, accreditation and voting resumed. An Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) official in the ward, who did not want to be named, confirmed that security reinforcement had been sent to the area and that election would continue. A member of the security team in the ward said that the suspects would be