Aluu Killing: Court Frees 7 Suspects

Seven out of the 18 persons arrested for the killing of the four University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) students in Omuokiri–Aluu community were on Thursday discharged by a Chief Magistrate court following the advice from the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP).

Nine PDP Govs, N’Assembly Members under Surveillance

As the Federal Government and the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) get jumpy over the 2015 polls and the emergence of a coalition of opposition parties, nine governors of the ruling party and some of its lawmakers in the National Assembly have been placed under surveillance, THISDAY has learnt.

Bid to Remove Momoh as CPC Chairman Fails

The Senator Rufai Hanga-led faction of the Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) failed in its bid to remove the party's National Chairman, Prince Tony Momoh, as a Federal Capital Territory High Court yesterday, struck out its suit.

Moses: FA Cup Triumph Would be 'Massive' for Chelsea

Chelsea attacker Victor Moses has suggested that winning the FA Cup for a second consecutive year would mark a successful ending to an otherwise disappointing season for the club. The Blues are 19 points short of Manchester United at the top of the Premier League and have endured disappointing exits from both the Champions League and Capital One Cup this season. After scoring in a 2-0 win over Middlesbrough Wednesday, which sealed the Blues' place in the FA Cup quarterfinals, Moses underlined the importance of lifting the trophy, reports Goal.com.

Demand Pressure Weakens Naira at Interbank Market

The naira depreciated further against the United States dollar at the interbank segment of the foreign exchange market yesterday as a result of strong demand for the greenback. Checks yesterday showed that the local currency slipped by 71 kobo to close at N158.10 to a dollar Thursday, compared to the N157.39 to a dollar it stood on Monday.

Jonathan Congratulates New Attah Igala

President Goodluck Jonathan Thursday congratulated Prince Idakwo Michael Ameoboni on his emergence as the new Attah of Igalaland, urging him to do his utmost best to foster peace and progress in his domain.

Lamido Faults FG for Under Funding Police

The Jigawa State Governor Alhaji Sule Lamido has accused the Federal Government for under funding the Nigerian Police Force amidst the extreme expectation of ensuring security of lives.

Budgeting: Senate Seeks To Merge Finance Ministry, Planning Commission

In the aftermath of the budget crises between the executive and the National Assembly over the 2013 Budget, the Senate has moved to reduce the role of the federal Ministry of Finance in the budgeting process.

A federal lawmaker, Senator Olubunmi Adetunmbi, on Thursday, sponsored a motion which would make budget making a joint responsibility of the Budget Office and National Planning Commission.

ANPP: PDP-Led FG Lacks Creativity in Power Sector

The All Nigeria People's Party (ANPP) has accused the People's Democratic Party-controlled Federal Government of not demonstrating the right capacity to bring about improvement in power generation in the country. The party said energy efficiency and renewable sources of power are not being deployed effectively to supply power to the people just as it is done in other parts of the world.

Blasts injure three in Nigerian restive city: army

KANO, Nigeria — Three people, including a soldier, were injured Thursday in multiple blasts in three areas of Nigeria's restive city of Maiduguri, with one targeting a military patrol vehicle, the army said.

OYERINDE MURDER: Govt, not confused – Adoke

Attorney General of the Federation, Mohammed Adoke, has vowed to sanction an official who said government was confused. Nigeria’s Justice Minister, Mohammed Adoke, has spoken of his “embarrassment and shock” after a senior official of the ministry told lawmakers on Wednesday that the government was “confused” with investigations into the killing of Olaitan Oyerinde, former aide to Edo State Governor, Adams Oshiomhole. 

Pepsi Day out with Whizkid Excites Nigerian Idol Contestants

It was fun as Pepsi, the official beverage of the reality TV show, Nigerian Idol, had a day out in Lagos with the 10 finalists of the season 3. Wizkid, the music ambassador of Pepsi, led the contestants to a memorable outing that was meant to build self-confidence in the contestants’ bid to emerge the winner.

Jonathan to Meet Cote d'Ivoire Parliament

As part of his three-day state visit to Cote d'Ivoire, President Goodluck Jonathan will Friday address the National Assembly of the country. Prior to this symbolic engagement the president participated in the 42nd session of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Heads of Government session which rounded off Thursday.

Again, PDP Says Jonathan is Free to Run in 2015

Despite his prevarication over whether he would seek re-election in 2015 or not, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leaders have continued the subtle campaign for President Goodluck Jonathan to run for a second term in office. Barely a week after the party launched a subtle campaign to mobilise support for the president’s re-election bid, the PDP National Chairman, Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, Wednesday endorsed him for a second term in office.

Kidnapped French Family: Army Says Wouldn’t React To Boko Haram Video

The Defence Headquarters on Wednesday said that it would not react to the purported video clip released by the Islamic fundamentalists, Boko Haram in which it listed conditions for the release of the French family it is holding hostage. The military is making this remark after a shocking video surfaced Monday on YouTube, showing masked gunmen in camouflage standing over their captives: four boys, their parents and the boys’ uncle.

Army denies killing protesting varsity students

THE Nigerian Army Wednesday denied the allegation that its troops killed any of the students who participated in the riots in front of the Nasarawa State University, Keffi, on Monday.

Meanwhile, the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has threatened to stage what it called “Mother of all protests” across the country if the soldiers, who allegedly perpetrated the killing, are not brought to book.

Chris Brown admits: Rihanna assault was his 'biggest mistake'

Chris Brown considers the night he brutalized his girlfriend Rihanna "the biggest mistake" of his life. Acknowledging his actions that left Rihanna's face bloodied and bruised the night before the 2009 Grammy Awards, the 23-year-old opened up about the couple's rekindled romance.

Ailing Actress Ngozi Nwosu Flies to UK for Heart, Kidney Treatment

It's been more than a month now since Governor Fashola of Lagos state and friends of ailing actress Ngozi Nwosu came to the rescue as Ngozi battled to raise six million naira to undergo a much needed treatment abroad to stop a rampaging heart and kidney disease, the good news is that Ngozi Nwosu has now flown to the UK to begin her treatment in earnest.

Rihanna and Chris Brown Leave Los Angeles Club Together

Rihanna and Chris Brown's ambiguous, roller-coaster relationship is keeping us on our toes!

Fresh off their PDA-filled Hawaiian getaway, the two were photographed together leaving Sean "Diddy" Combs' party at Hollywood's Supper Club Tuesday.

Emir Returns To Kano After Treatment Abroad

The Emir of Kano, Ado Bayero on Wednesday returned to the ancient city of Kano from London aboard a Presidential jet.

The Air Force Jet touched down at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport at about 6.50pm into the waiting hands of a crowd that consisted of the state government officials, traditional title holders, businessmen and artisans.