BREAKING: Prof Chinua Achebe is dead

Nigeria’s literary icon and publisher of several novels, Chinua Achebe, is dead. Mr. Achebe, 82, died in the United States where he was said to have suffered from an undisclosed ailment. He died last night in a hospital in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. A source close to the family said the professor had been ill for a while and was hospitalised in an undisclosed hospital in Boston.

FAMILY FEUD. B-RED & SINA RAMBO FIGHT DAVIDO OVER LACK OF PROMOTION

New day, new drama. Entertainment website THE NET is reporting that Davido’s cousins and label mates- Sina Rambo and B-Red had a nasty fight with their more popular cousin in Atlanta. According to THE NET’s story, the reason for the family feud stemmed from Sina Rambo and B-Red believing that Davido was doing little to promote their works and was intentionally releasing singles and music videos to overshadow their singles.

Dortmund interested in Dzeko, says Zorc

The Manchester City striker has been linked with a move to BVB and the club's sporting director would like to see a transfer happenBorussia Dortmund sporting director Michael Zorc has admitted that Manchester City strikerEdin Dzeko is a target for his club, but says that there is an "economic aspect" to navigate.

I Respect Keshi – Amrouche

Kenya head coach, Adel Amrouche, has declared that he has “big respect” for his Nigerian counterpart, Stephen Keshi ahead of their teams’ clash tomorrow. Nigeria’s Super Eagles play hosts to the Harambee Stars of Kenya in a 2014 Fifa World Cup qualifying in Calabar.

FG, States, LGs To Share $2bn Next Month

The federal, state and local governments will next month share $2 billion from the excess crude account for the purpose of facilitating sundry development projects undergoing execution by the different tiers of government across the country.

Martins Impressive In Eagles’ Camp

Seattle Sounders striker, Obafemi Martins was impressive in Thursday morning’s training session of the Nigerian national team as the African champions intensified preparations for the 2014 Fifa World Cup qualifier against Kenya.

Controversial APC Lawyer Appears In Forgery Case Against Akume, 4 Others

The controversial lawyer, Nwokorie Samuel Chinedu, who attempted to register African Peoples Congress (APC) at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) with fake firm address made a dramatic appearance yesterday at the federal high court in, Abuja, to represent one Philip Agbese who has dragged the Senate Minority Leader, Senator George Akume to court alleging forgery in his WAEC and NYSC certificates.

Police to begin seizing cars with tinted windows

Driving in Lagos with tinted windows is against the law but some people do it because they get away with it. But not anymore says the Inspector General of police. He has directed state commissioners of police to start seizing cars with tinted windows and prosecute the car owners henceforth .

THE CONTINUOUS RISE OF D’BANJ (VIDEO)

It’s an understatement to say that Dapo Oyebanjo popularly called D’banj has not done well for himself in the entertainment industry in Nigeria and beyond. We all know the story of his break up with former Mo’Hits label partner, Don Jazzy and how he shot himself to international musical scene with the help of his monster hit ‘Oliver’, signing extra recording and distribution deals with heavyweight music labels, Sony and performing at tops shows in and out of the country.

Behind the scenes photos from Iyanya & Wizkid's music video shoot

The song is titled Sexy Mama and it's Iyanya featuring Wizkid. It was shot in South Africa yesterday by prolific music video director, Sesan. See more photos after the cut...

Nicki Minaj Suffers Wardrobe Malfunction On Set Of 'High School' Video Ft Lil Wayne, Exposes Nipples

Nicki Minaj has never had a problem showing some skin, but the singer recently flashed a little too much on the set of her new music video. The 30-year-old singer and Lil Wayne released a behind-the-scenes preview of their new video for "High School," which was shot before the rapper was hospitalized last week for seizures.

Reps Charge FG On FCT Police Barracks

The House of Representatives, yesterday urged the federal government to make special budgetary provisions through a supplementary budget for the Nigeria Police Force and commence the construction and expansion of the Federal Capital Territory, (FCT) police barracks to take care of the accommodation needs of all the police rank and file in the FCT.

Elechi Dethrones 4 Traditional Rulers

Governor Martin Elechi of Ebonyi state has dethroned four traditional rulers in Ishielu local government of the state for allegedly sabotaging the efforts of government from reclaiming the Nigeria Cement Company (NIGERCEM) Nkalagu. The affected traditional rulers include; HRH Eze Mathias Nnaji of Nkalagu; HRH Eze Michael Egbo of Amaezu community; Prince Benjamin Onwa, Regent of Umuhuali community and Prince Augustine Okwor, regent of Nkalaha community.

Pastor Obadare, Blind Prophet, Dies At 83

The renowned televangelist, Prophet Timothy Oluwole Obadare formerly of the Christ Apostolic Church is dead. Obadare reputed for his clairvoyance on issues of national prominence was said to have died at home in Nigeria.

Lagos To Introduce Emergency Call Lines For Pregnant Women

In furtherance of its objectives to stem high rate of maternal and child mortality, the Lagos State Government has concluded plans to provide toll free emergency call lines dedicated to attend to urgent issues pertaining to pregnant women and nursing mothers.

How Jonathan Will Secure PDP Ticket

The ruling People’s Democratic Party (PDP), has been busy managing its endless squabbles while the opposition parties are making moves to flush it out of the Presidential Villa come 2015. But the plan to impose President Goodluck Jonathan on the party as the sole candidate might be the last straw that would break the camel’s back.

Tambuwal Reshuffles Committee Chairmen, Removes Farouk Lawan

Months after the embattled former chairman of the House Committee on Education and chairman of the ad-hoc committee on fuel subsidy, Farouk Lawan, was suspended as chairman of both committees for alleged involvement in bribery, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon Aminu Waziri Tambuwal has finally stripped him of the positions.