How Nigerian gangs are making millions from phones stolen in United Kingdom

A new investigation carried out by The Sun news reports that Nigerian phone black market makes millions from selling phones stolen in the UK popular referred to as UK used phones. 

According to The Sun report, investigators discovered “UK used” iPhones being sold for £560 in stores and markets in Nigeria’s largest city Lagos. Business is booming for the Nigerian racketeers because of soaring demand from the oil-rich middle classes in a country where hi-tech gadgets are relatively scarce.

And because Nigeria has not signed up to a global deal blacklisting stolen phones, British moped gangs are able to keep the crime bosses supplied by exporting tens of thousands of snatched mobiles.

Dino Melaye to be arraigned on May 10 – Nigerian Police

The Nigeria Police Force says it would arraign Senator Dino Melaye and the four suspects rearrested for alleged conspiracy and unlawful possession of prohibited firearms at the Federal High Court in Lokoja, Kogi on May 10.  

The suspects are: Kabiru Seidu, 31, alias Osama, Nuhu Salisu, 25, alias small, Musa Mohammed, 27, alias Iko and Emmanuel Audu, 26.  

The Force Spokesman, ACP Jimoh Moshood, who made the disclosure while briefing newsmen on the arrest of four of the six suspects today in Abuja, said two of the suspects were still at large. Moshood said that Seidu and Salisu who were principal suspects were rearrested in Tafa Balewa Local Government Area of Bauchi State and Ganaja Village, Lokoja, Kogi.  

Ebonyi State Governor David Umahi sacks SSG, appoints new one

Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi state on Monday, sacked Prof Bernard Odoh as the Secretary to the State Government and appointed Dr. Hygenus Nwokwu as his replacement.

Announcing the sack in the government House, Abakaliki during a massive solidarity rally by the people of Ezza Ezekuna, the Governor said he has invalidated the resignation letter earlier submitted by the sacked SSG because the letter was written on a public holiday and therefore did not hold any valid meaning.

Photos; Police parade rearrested suspected assassins linked to Dino Melaye

The Nigeria Police Force today paraded the re-arrested suspected assassins they linked to embattled Senator Dino Melaye. 

Recall that the two suspects, Kabiru Saidu aka Osama (31), Nuhu Salisu aka Small (25) and four others escaped from police custody last week March 28th. They were re-arrested after an intense search for them by the police.

13-year-old son of a policeman hangs himself in Gombe State

The Gombe State Police command says a 13-year-old son of a policeman is suspected to have hanged himself today.

DSP Mary Malum, the Police Public Relations Officer in Gombe State, said the boy, identified as Muhammadu Al-amin, was found hanging in his room. Malum said that about 4 p.m. on Monday, the father, Insp. Abdu Manu attached to Criminal Investigation Bureau of Pantami Division, received a phone call from his wife that their 13-year-old son had been found dead in his room.

'Spying' on your spouse's phone is now a crime in Saudi Arabia with offenders facing a £95,000 fine and a year in jail

Saudi Arabia has announced that 'spying' on your spouse's phone is now a criminal offence potentially punishable by a year in jail and a hefty fine.

'Married individuals planning to spy on their spouse in Saudi Arabia will need to think twice, because such an activity could potentially attract a fine of 500,000 riyals (N47m), along with a prison term for a year,' read a statement released by Saudi Arabia's information ministry.

The provision, part of a new anti-cyber crime law which came into force last week, is meant to 'protect morals of individuals and society and protect privacy', the ministry said. The move comes amid a 'steady increase in cybercrimes such as blackmail, embezzlement and defamation'.

Jeremy Meeks and his 'Pregnant' girlfriend Chloe Green join her Billionaire parents for dinner date (Photos)

'Hot Felon' Jeremy Meeks and his 'pregnant' girlfriend, Chloe Green who are expecting their first child together stepped out with her billionaire parents on Sunday evening. 

The Topshop heiress was spotted heading out for dinner with her parents Sir Phillip and Tina Greenalongside her boyfriend Jeremy Meeks at Nobu in Malibu, California. 

See more photos below.

Photos: President Buhari holds closed door meeting with APC governors

President Buhari today received in audience APC Governor's Forum led by Chairman of the Forum Imo state governor, Rochas Okorocha, at the state House, today 3rd April 2018. Other governors in attendance at the meeting include Zamfara State Governor Abdulaziz Yari, Borno State Governor Kashim Shettima and Adamawa State Governor Mohammed Umar Jibrilla. 

At the meeting, they talked about matters of national interest.

Rob Kardashian to take Blac Chyna to court for letting their child near her 18-year-old lover and also for fighting in park in presence of Dream

Rob Kardashian is angry with Blac Chyna for putting their daughter Dream in harm's way when she attempted to fight a woman at Six Flags over the weekend, so he's taking her to family court.

Nigeria: PTA chairman in an all girls school in Rivers state arrested for raping a 10-year-old girl

According to Facebook user, Cecilia Dikibo, the elderly man pictured above was apprehended after he raped a 10 year old girl in Ahoda, a community in Rivers state. The accused is said to be the chairman of the Parents Teachers Association of the Girls School, Ahoada. 

Photo: Severed head of unidentified man found in a bush in Isoko South, Delta State

The severed head of an unidentified man was discovered in a bush close to a junction in Uzere Community, Isoko South area of Delta State in the early hours of Monday.

Residents, who thronged the scene, could not identify the deceased because there was no body.

Spokesperson for the Delta State Police Command, Andrew Aniamaka, who confirmed the incident said the head was deposited in the Oleh Central Hospital morgue.

Investigation into the matter has commenced,  he added.

Kendrick Lamar splashes $2.65million on a sprawling mansion in Calabasas (Photos)

Compton rapper, Kendrick Lamar, 30, has splashed $2.65million on a sprawling estate in the upscale LA suburb of Calabasas, California.

According to TMZ, the "Humble" rapper will not live in the mansion which has over 5400 square feet, boasting six bedrooms and six bathrooms, as the property is said to be an investment.

Some of Nollywood legends in one photo!

The legendary Nollywood actors got together during the Easter celebration in Owerri.

'I’m waiting for Ceec to be back home, I need a drama queen in my life' - Small Doctor

Its not quite sure if this is a message of support or a shade. Either ways, street pop musician, Small Doctor says he needs a drama queen in his life and wouldn't mind to 'wife' Big Brother Naija housemate, Ceec.

Photo: See how Covenant University students were punished today for rocking "bushy" and "uncompliant hairstyles" ..Lol

If you have a bae in Covenant University and you see him rocking a hairstyle with the middle part chopped off just know he was punished in school today for rocking a "bushy" and  "uncompliant hairstyle".

The gist according to what LIB gathered is that this morning, the Dean of Student Affairs asked everyone to stay behind after their midweek service and those with "uncompliant hair" were punished.

94-year-old Nigerian sickle cell survivor speaks of her years of illness and how she survived against the odds.

A 93-year-old Nigerian woman who has Sickle Cell anaemia has granted an interview in which she spoke about her life, living with sickle cell, marriage, childbirth and surviving against the odds.

Alhaja Ashiata Abike Onikoyi nee Laguda will be 94 years old this October and she lives a full life though she has the dreaded SS genotype. Alhaja Laguda, as she is popularly called, said during an interview with The Nation, that she stopped having Sickle Cell attacks since she turned 40, though her genotype remains same.

"Doctors see me and wonder what a miracle I am.," the nonagenarian said.

‘Buhari is a capital failure and not fit , please don't vote him in 2019’ Obasanjo tells Nigerians

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has once again berated the Buhari-led administration, warning Nigerians ‘not to reinforce failure by re-electing ineffective and incompetent government come 2019.’

The former president who sent an explosive letter to President Buhari in January advising him not to run for a second term in office, blasted the government again when he spoke while receiving the Chima Anyaso led New Nigeria group at the Olusegun Obasanjo presidential library in Abeokuta, Ogun state yesterday Monday, April 2nd. Speaking, the former president said

Meek Mill judge denies request to reconsider his sentence

The Philadelphia judge who sentenced Meek Mill to 2-4 years in state prison for violating probation from his 2009 drug and weapons case in November 2017, has denied his appeal to be released from prison on bail. 

According to court documents obtained by the New York Daily News, Judge Genece Brinkley issued the decision after refusing to recuse herself from the rapper's case.

“Defendant received proper notice of all alleged probation violations in advance of his hearing,” Brinkley wrote. “The sentence imposed was not manifestly excessive and this Court stated sufficient reasons on the record to support a state sentence of 2 to 4 years.”

Channing Tatum and wife Jenna Dewan-Tatum separate after almost 9 years of marriage

Actor Channing Tatum and wife of almost 9 years, Jenna Dewan-Tatum are no longer together. What's interesting is that Channing and Jenna appear to be closer than ever on social media. The couple shared news of their separation on their social media accounts. They wrote:

Nigeria: Young man allegedly commits suicide in Abuja

A young man was found dangling from a tree at Efab estate gate in Lokomoga, Abuja today April 2nd. No one knows why he carried out the dastard act as he did not leave behind any suicide note. 

''Stop accusations and start building'' Dino Melaye advises APC

As he shared on his IG page today April 2nd.

Stella Oduah reacts to the inclusion of her name in FG's looters list

Former Aviation Minister now Senator, Stella Oduah, has reacted to the inclusion of her name in the Federal government's looters list. In a statement released today Sunday April 2nd, Stella Oduah said there is no evidence of corruption against her. Read her statement below...

North West strikes a pose with fierce-looking dogs

Kim Kardashian shared this photo of her daughter, North West striking a pose with fierce-looking dogs. She looks cute and fearless too. See full photo below.

Ebonyi State SSG, Bernard Odoh resigns because the governor never had confidence in him

The Secretary to Ebonyi state government (SSG), Prof. Bernard Odoh, has resigned his appointment.

His notice of resignation was contained in a three-page letter he wrote to governor David Umahi dated April 2, 2018. He gave several reasons for resigning, part of which was that despite his sincere effort in working to move the government and the state forward, Umahi never had trust nor confidence in him.  

#BBNaija: Teddy A arrives in a limousine as fans flood the airport to receive him (Photos/Video)

Last night, evicted Nig Brother Naija housemte Teddy A and Bam Bam returned to Lagos and they were recieved by a huge crowd at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport.

The rode in a gold coloured limousine waving to their fans who were all screaming 'Bam Teddy'!!!

See the videos/photos below...

Newly single Amber Rose flaunts her bikini body during Mexico holiday

Amber Rose who recently split from her rapper beau 21 Savage was spotted enjoying some downtime in Mexico on Thursday. The 34-year-old model and mother of one flaunted her enviable figure in a skimpy bikini while relaxing at her luxury hotel room.

See more photos below.

Nigeria: 17-year-old girl commits suicide in Jigawa State by drinking insecticide known as “Piyapiya”

Jigawa State Police command said in a statement that a 17-year-old girl committed suicide by consuming insecticide popularly known as “Piyapiya”.

The Command spokesman, SP Abdu Jinjiri, told the News Agency of Nigeria in Dutse that the incident happened in Birnin Kudu Local Government Area of the state.

“Information reached us that Gambo Jibrin, aged 17 of Gambara Village was brought to the General Hospital, Birnin Kudu unconsciously after she was suspected to have drank insecticide substance. Immediately the information was received, detectives were drafted to the hospital to confirm the information. Unfortunately, the detectives met the victim dead already,” Jinjiri said.

Venus Williams,37 and her 25-year-old millionaire boyfriend pack on the PDA in NYC (Photos)

Venus Williams, 37, and her millionaire boyfriend Nicholas Hammond packed on the PDA in New York City on Easter Sunday. The couple were spotted holding hands and kissing as they did some post-workout shopping in the city.

Nicholas, 25, is the heir to publishing magnate Walter Annenberg’s fortune through his mother, Dana Hammond.

See full photos below.

"God will deal with you If you don't contest for Presidency In 2019" - Primate Ayodele warns Bukola Saraki

Primate Elijah Ayodele of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Lagos State, has called on the Senate President, Bukola Saraki, to contest for the presidency in 2019 or face the wrath of God.

Ayodele stated this on Saturday, at the dedication of the Emi Ni Aseyori Kan Pro Cathedral, a.k.a. Sope Parish, at the Primate Ayodele Avenue, Isheri-Olofin, Lagos.

Anna Wintour is set to "leave her job as Vogue Editor-in-Chief this summer" after 30 years at the helm

Anna Wintour, 68, who has been the Editor-in-Chief of Vogue since 1988, is set to leave her role before the end of this year.

According to Page Six, Wintour will depart Vogue and Condé Nast - where she has served as artistic director since 2013 - after the July wedding of her daughter Bee Shaffer, 30, ending her time at the company with the publication's iconic September issue.

Nigerians condemn South Africa's Intelligence Bureau for describing to thieves as men that ''spoke Zulu with Nigerian undertone''

Yesterday, the South African Intelligence Bureau shared a post on its Facebook page of a robbery incident that took place in Randburg, South Africa. In their post, they alleged that the robbers spoke Zulu, a South African language, with a Nigerian undertone.

Nigerians stormed their page and attacked them, describing their comment as wrong. See the exchanges below ...