Leader of terrorist sect, Abubakar Shekau, on Sunday released an audio recording in which he refuted reports about his death. Security experts reportedly confirmed that it was indeed Shekau’s voice in the recording. According to Sahara Reporters, the recording was eight minutes long and in Hausa language. Here are excerpts of what Shekhau said: “It is indeed all over the …
By Ayeotan Shola Contrary to earlier reports online today, The Athletics Federation of Nigeria has debunked claims that Africa queen of the track and field, Blessing Okagbare, has been banned by the National Sports Commission from participating in the Rio 2016 Olympics Games. In a statement signed by Olukayode Thomas, a member of the board of AFN and head of Communication …
By Biodun Ayeni The parole review of Oscar Pistorius has been set for 18 September. As it stands,the athlete will spend at least another three weeks in jail. Oscar Pistorius was convicted of culpable homicide for killing his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp. He was due to be moved to house arrest last Friday after serving 10 months behind bars. But Michael …
By Ayeotan Shola Foremost technocrat and boardroom Czar, Deacon Gamaliel Onosode, 82, is dead. The highly respected clergy died Tuesday morning at Gold Cross Hospital, Ikoyi Lagos at about 8:15am after a protracted illness. Onosode was flown home yesterday from London. Gamaliel Offoritsenere Onosode (born 22 May 1933) (Died 29 September 2015) is a Nigerian technocrat, administrator and a former presidential …
By Junior Otabono The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, RCCG, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye over the weekend declared that he was richer than Bill Gates, who ranks as the world’s richest man. Pastor Adeboye, who was speaking to worshippers during the church’s 63rd Annual Convention shortly before the Holy Communion Service on the topic; “Overflowing Cup,” …
By Ayeotan Shola Tonto Dikeh has finally addressed her hushed wedding to Churchill Olakunle Oladunni today. Aftertaking her numerous fans by suprise with the news of her wedding and pregnancy, she has taken to her page to address the public abput what went on. The actress extended her thanks to her father In law, Former Nigerian president, Olusegun Obasanjo. She also made some shout outs …
By Ayeotan Shola The daughter of International super stars, Alicia Keys and Swiss Beatz was caught on clip goofing to the popular song by MC Galaxy. Nicole Dean, 7 is actually Alicia Keys step daughter and is the only child Swizz Beatz had with his former beau, singer Jahna Sebastian. According to Swizz, the adorable young girl requested some songs and snapped her dancing …
By Ayeotan Shola Following the Helicopter Crash this afternoon, Three dead bodies have now been recovered from the carcass in the lagoon at the Oworosoki area of Lagos. THISDAY gathered that three persons who sustained varying degrees of injuries were also rescued and rushed to different hospitals for immediate treatment. However it’s yet unclear if the deceased and injured persons were …
By TEMILADE ENIOLA If you think that he is done after his viral beef track against Drake and Meek, then you maybe wrong. Web sensation, Vic O has thrown a rap battle challenge at rapper, Phyno. Although this may turn out to be a David versus Goliath fight yet the Cross River born singer is cocksure that he will take …
By TEMILADE ENIOLA A creative mentoring session tagged Stage1Project BootCamp has been organized for emerging and established artistes in Lagos. This is the maiden edition of the event with a focus on the theme; Package, Pitch and Promote. An initiative of Nuffnoiz Entertainment LLC, organizers say that the event aims to equip talents in the pursuit of their music business …
