INFORMATION NIGERIA 60 Updates)-“Nollywood stars storm Calabar Carnival in military outfits”

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• Nollywood stars storm Calabar Carnival in military outfits
• Rivers State Assembly Speaker Resigns
• Economic Recession Hits Event Planners
• New Abia Speaker Resigns, Less Than 24hrs Into His New Role
• Buhari Signs Endangered Species Bill Into Law
• Why We Can’t Enforce Ban On ‘Knockouts’ – Police
• DSS Arrests Woman For Kidnapping Son in Yobe
• Prophet T.B Joshua Releases Prophecy For 2017 (VIDEO)
• 5 Arrested For Killing Police Officer, Chinese Man And Two Others In Nasarawa
• Bribe-Seeking Police Officers Harass Abuja Commuters
• Aliko Dangote Drops Out of List Of Top 100 Billionaires
• Sunday Oliseh Appointed Manager of Dutch Club
• Emir of Kano and wife celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary
• Lilian Esoro deletes all photos Of Ubi Franklin her Instagram Page
• Thibaut Courtois Reveals Reason Behind Chelsea’s Improved Defensive Record
• 10 Achievements, Failures Of Lagos Governor Akinwunmi Ambode In 2016
• ‘Chicken Band’ Holds Session As They Play Musical Instruments
• 7 Things You Do Unintentionally That Chase Him Away
• Checkout Chidinma’s outfit to Olamide’s event
• BBA star, Dillish Mathews shows off Sexy Bikini Body
• Rescuers In Thailand Remove Large Snake From Toilet
• Rob Kardashian rushed to the hospital for a medical scare with Blac Chyna by his side.
• Ronaldo Turns Down Record €300m Offer From Chinese Club
• 15 Things Husbands Don’t Realize Mean The World To Their Wives
• World’s Highest Bridge Opened In China
• Here’s Who Tyga Wants in His Threesome With Kylie Jenner
• New Zealand Girl Rides Cow Like Horse, Teaches It To Jump
• Santa Claus Held At Gunpoint In Protest Against Christmas Celebrations
• 6 Steps to Attract a New Relationship in 2017
• Tekno Makes Billboard List Of Artists To Watch Out For In 2017
• 10 Unbelievably Dead Punchlines By Nigerian Rappers
• Couple, Son Die In Sokoto Inferno
• Yemi Alade Hits Back At Critics Of Her Lyrics In This Cringe-worthy Video
• Many Feared Dead as Troops Battle Boko Haram Terrorists In Borno
• Customs Destroys Poultry Products Worth N147m In Edo
• Court Remands Two Edo APC Chieftains Over Attempted Murder
• Lagosians To Experience Harmattan Till February 2017
• US Expels 35 Russian Diplomats Over Interference In Presidential Elections
• Beheading Of Policemen In Rivers State
• “God Is Real. So Please Never Compare Me To Anyone” – Burna Boy
• FG Recovers 40 New SUVs From Ex-perm Secretary
• Six Of The Best Pictures From The Soundcity MVP Award
• The Good, The Bad And The Ugly From The Soundcity MVP Award
• Nigerian Newspaper Headines Today: December 30
• Tekno, Wizkid Win Big At Soundcity MVP Award
• FG Commences Free Medical Services For Poor Nigerians
• Navy arrests 47 stowaways inside ship in Lagos
• Bird flu: Kano kills 9,000 birds
• Third Mainland Bridge: Police arrest three others, patrol waterways
• S*xagenarian turns 10-year-old to s*x slave in Abia
• Fire guts Ondo market, destroys foodstuffs worth millions
• Generator fumes kill environmental health officer, wife
• Three passengers die in Ogun auto crash
• NSCDC men flog physically-challenged persons during A’Ibom event
• Lagos woman killed by cleaner buried
• Cultism: ‘Rivers community lost 400 to cultists’
• Blac Chyna Debuts New Look
• Sir Elton John to perform at George Michael’s funeral
• Serena Williams Announces Engagement To Alexis Ohanian
• Son Of Ex-Katsina District Head Sentenced To Death By Hanging

Nollywood stars storm Calabar Carnival in military outfits Posted: 30 Dec 2016 08:57 AM PST Nollywood stars were not left out of the annual Calabar Carnival holding in Cross Rivers state. Stars including Bob Manuel, Shan George, Hilda Dokubo, the Aneke twins, Helen Paul and more light up... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Rivers State Assembly Speaker Resigns Posted: 30 Dec 2016 08:36 AM PST The Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Daborotudima Adams on Friday resigned his appointment shortly after administering oath of office on 12 newly elected members. Information on what... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Economic Recession Hits Event Planners Posted: 30 Dec 2016 08:36 AM PST A number of event planners in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) said that the current economic recession in Nigeria caused a drastic reduction in the number of events organised in 2016. The event... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

New Abia Speaker Resigns, Less Than 24hrs Into His New Role Posted: 30 Dec 2016 08:25 AM PST The new  Speaker of  Abia State House of Assembly,  Kennedy Njoku, has resigned his appointment, less than 24 hours after he was elected. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Njoku was... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Buhari Signs Endangered Species Bill Into Law Posted: 30 Dec 2016 08:20 AM PST President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday signed the Endangered Species (Control of International Trade and Traffic) Amendment Act 2016. The amendment bill was passed and forwarded to the President by the... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Why We Can’t Enforce Ban On ‘Knockouts’ – Police Posted: 30 Dec 2016 08:13 AM PST The police says there is little they can do to effectively enforce the ban on the use of fireworks and 'knockouts' without public support. The Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Don Awunah, said... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

DSS Arrests Woman For Kidnapping Son in Yobe Posted: 30 Dec 2016 08:13 AM PST A woman has been arrested in Damaturu, Yobe state, north east Nigeria  over the kidnap of her 10 year-old son. The woman, identified as Barakat Daya was arrested on Wednesday by the operatives of the... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Prophet T.B Joshua Releases Prophecy For 2017 (VIDEO) Posted: 30 Dec 2016 08:11 AM PST Prophet T.B. Joshua, has released a new prophecy about President Buhari's administration in 2017. "President Buhari will do everything to reject devaluation of the naira – which is a good idea from a... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

5 Arrested For Killing Police Officer, Chinese Man And Two Others In Nasarawa Posted: 30 Dec 2016 08:09 AM PST The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested five people, including a notable politician for allegedly killing a Chinese miner and three others in the state. The Commissioner of Police in the... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Bribe-Seeking Police Officers Harass Abuja Commuters Posted: 30 Dec 2016 07:58 AM PST Two police officers on Thursday night stopped drivers under the guise of working at a check point to extort money from them. The incidents happened in Zone one area of Wuse in Nigeria's capital,... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Aliko Dangote Drops Out of List Of Top 100 Billionaires Posted: 30 Dec 2016 07:58 AM PST While the world's wealthiest people are ending 2016 with $237 billion more than they had at the start of the year, Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote is sadly not part of the party as he lost... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Sunday Oliseh Appointed Manager of Dutch Club Posted: 30 Dec 2016 07:56 AM PST Former Super Eagles handler, Sunday Oliseh has been appointed manager of second division Dutch club, Fortuna Sittard. The former Super Eagles skipper replaces Ben van Dael, who was sacked after... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Emir of Kano and wife celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary Posted: 30 Dec 2016 07:53 AM PST Happy wedding anniversary to the Emir of Kano, HRH Sanusi Lamido Sanusi and his wife of 25 years! The royal couple celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary yesterday, with this lovely cake. The pair... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Lilian Esoro deletes all photos Of Ubi Franklin her Instagram Page Posted: 30 Dec 2016 07:51 AM PST People were on high-alert today after noticing a change on Lilian Esoro’s Instagram account. The actress Instagram profile had a noticeable difference when people realized that all of Ubi... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Thibaut Courtois Reveals Reason Behind Chelsea’s Improved Defensive Record Posted: 30 Dec 2016 07:49 AM PST Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has revealed that the side’s new formation and defensive shape by coach Antonio Conte is the reason behind their recent fine form. Since the Blues’... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

10 Achievements, Failures Of Lagos Governor Akinwunmi Ambode In 2016 Posted: 30 Dec 2016 07:49 AM PST   As governor of Nigeria's commercial and industrial capital, Akinwunmi Ambode is faced with the challenge of satisfying the yearnings of the over 15 million residents of Lagos. PREMIUM TIMES... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

‘Chicken Band’ Holds Session As They Play Musical Instruments Posted: 30 Dec 2016 06:38 AM PST A group of American chicken farmers introduced their flock of fowl to a few musical instruments and captured video of the hens holding a jam session. A video posted to YouTube by user Two Creative... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

7 Things You Do Unintentionally That Chase Him Away Posted: 30 Dec 2016 06:37 AM PST Here are 7 sneaky mistakes women make with men: 1. You hate being single. 2. You think a man will bring you happiness. 3. You’re too eager to have children or merge a family. 4. You’re... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Checkout Chidinma’s outfit to Olamide’s event Posted: 30 Dec 2016 06:37 AM PST Chidinma Ekile looked gorgeous than ever when she stepped out for Olamide’s Live In Concert event this week. The singer, who just released her music video, ‘For You’ – stunned... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

BBA star, Dillish Mathews shows off Sexy Bikini Body Posted: 30 Dec 2016 06:37 AM PST Dillish Matthews is not only known for her talent and beauty, but also for her incredibly toned figure. The Big Brother Africa 2013 Winner shared this throwback photo from her Dubai vacation, where... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Rescuers In Thailand Remove Large Snake From Toilet Posted: 30 Dec 2016 06:37 AM PST On Monday, emergency crew in Thailand were recorded conducting an unusual rescue – removing a large rat snake from a toilet bowl. A video posted to YouTube shows an animal rescue worker using a... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Rob Kardashian rushed to the hospital for a medical scare with Blac Chyna by his side. Posted: 30 Dec 2016 06:36 AM PST 2016 has been hard on all of us, and the Kardashians are no exception. According to TMZ, Rob Kardashian is currently being hospitalized after experiencing complications with his type 2 diabetes.... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Ronaldo Turns Down Record €300m Offer From Chinese Club Posted: 30 Dec 2016 06:35 AM PST Real Madrid have been offered 300 million euros by an unnamed Chinese club for Cristiano Ronaldo. The offer is three times the current transfer fee record of around 100 million euros paid by... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

15 Things Husbands Don’t Realize Mean The World To Their Wives Posted: 30 Dec 2016 06:35 AM PST Doing simple things for your wife actually mean a great deal more to them than most husbands realize. Most women who are married do a great deal for their family and like to feel appreciated. And... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

World’s Highest Bridge Opened In China Posted: 30 Dec 2016 06:34 AM PST The world's highest bridge has been opened to traffic in southwest China. The bridge is reportedly the world's highest by vertical distance from the deck, down to surface beneath its span. According... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Here’s Who Tyga Wants in His Threesome With Kylie Jenner Posted: 30 Dec 2016 06:34 AM PST Today, Radar Online reports that rapper Tyga  has been hatching a scheme to get his 19-year-old girlfriend into a threesome. And it seems like she would be on board, based on her Snapchat. But... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

New Zealand Girl Rides Cow Like Horse, Teaches It To Jump Posted: 30 Dec 2016 06:33 AM PST A New Zealand girl who didn't have a horse growing up has taught her cow to jump instead. The teenager, Hannah Simpson, rides her dairy cow, Leila, on the farm in Invercargill in the country's deep... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Santa Claus Held At Gunpoint In Protest Against Christmas Celebrations Posted: 30 Dec 2016 06:32 AM PST A group of men from the ultra-nationalist Alperen Hearts protested Christmas and New Year's celebrations in Turkey by holding a man dressed as Santa Claus at gunpoint on December 28 in the western... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

6 Steps to Attract a New Relationship in 2017 Posted: 30 Dec 2016 06:31 AM PST You wrote it down on your New Year's Resolution, decreed and declared it, and created a vision board for it. But it's the end of the year, and you still didn't attract that new relationship. You... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Tekno Makes Billboard List Of Artists To Watch Out For In 2017 Posted: 30 Dec 2016 06:30 AM PST Billboard has named Tekno as an artist to look out for in the coming year. The popular entertainment media brand listed the Nigerian singer in its published article on 10 Hip-Hop and R&B Artists... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

10 Unbelievably Dead Punchlines By Nigerian Rappers Posted: 30 Dec 2016 06:24 AM PST Since Nigerian music enterred into its own, one argument which has endured over time is whether or not great lyrics are necessary for a hit song. In the strictest sense, music harrdly requires rich... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Couple, Son Die In Sokoto Inferno Posted: 30 Dec 2016 04:22 AM PST Tragedy struck on Tuesday night in Sokoto when a couple and their one-year old son lost their lives in an inferno at the Gandu area, in the Sokoto-North Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Yemi Alade Hits Back At Critics Of Her Lyrics In This Cringe-worthy Video Posted: 30 Dec 2016 04:14 AM PST Nigerian pop singer, Yemi Alade has taken some bashing on social media over the lack of depth in the lyrics of her songs as several Twitter users chided her and advised her to employ songwriters.... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Many Feared Dead as Troops Battle Boko Haram Terrorists In Borno Posted: 30 Dec 2016 04:12 AM PST At least 15 Boko Haram fighters were killed in Borno on Friday as Nigerian troops of Operation Lafiya Dole and Boko Haram terrorists engaged in prolonged fierce battle in Borno State. Military... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Customs Destroys Poultry Products Worth N147m In Edo Posted: 30 Dec 2016 03:52 AM PST The Edo State Command of the Nigeria Customs Service, Federal Operation Unit, Zone C says it has destroyed about 16, 422 cartons of imported frozen poultry worth N147 million. In a statement by the... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Court Remands Two Edo APC Chieftains Over Attempted Murder Posted: 30 Dec 2016 03:15 AM PST An Oredo Magistrates' Court in Benin has ordered the remand in prison custody, of two chieftains of the All Progressives Congress, Osakpamwan Eriyo and Sunday Osagbona, for alleged attempted murder.... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Lagosians To Experience Harmattan Till February 2017 Posted: 30 Dec 2016 12:48 AM PST Towards the end of every year, the nation is besieged with a different kind of weather. The weather, which comes during the Yuletide season is known as the harmattan. It comes with its own aura and... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

US Expels 35 Russian Diplomats Over Interference In Presidential Elections Posted: 30 Dec 2016 12:40 AM PST Following official reports that Russia interfered with the US Presidential elections in November 2016, President Barack Obama has approved a wide range of sanctions against Moscow. 35 Russian... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Beheading Of Policemen In Rivers State Posted: 30 Dec 2016 12:40 AM PST RIVERS State is on a knife-edge. Its security architecture was sadistically subverted at the highest level during the December 10 national and state assembly rerun elections. Hoodlums – called... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

“God Is Real. So Please Never Compare Me To Anyone” – Burna Boy Posted: 30 Dec 2016 12:16 AM PST Singer, Burna Boy took to his IG page to talk a little about himself and ask people not to compare him to anyone. Read what he wrote after the cut… I’m 25 years old born 2/7/1991. Ive... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

FG Recovers 40 New SUVs From Ex-perm Secretary Posted: 30 Dec 2016 12:09 AM PST The Federal Government has recovered 40 brand new Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs) and others from a former permanent secretary who single-handedly appropriated them to himself when he left office. The... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Six Of The Best Pictures From The Soundcity MVP Award Posted: 29 Dec 2016 11:49 PM PST Check out six of our favorite pictures from the Soundcity MVP Award. SEE ALSO: THE GOOD, BAD & UGLY FROM SOUNDCITY MVP AWARD #DaddyYo #SoundCityMVP2016 A photo posted by Soundcity Africa... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

The Good, The Bad And The Ugly From The Soundcity MVP Award Posted: 29 Dec 2016 11:23 PM PST The Soundcity MVP Award was held on December 29 but it’s all everyone is still talking about. Tekno and Wizkid won three awards each and you can check out the full list of winners here. THE... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Nigerian Newspaper Headines Today: December 30 Posted: 29 Dec 2016 10:57 PM PST Nigerian newspaper headlines December 30, 2016. Punch No plastic rice in Nigeria, says NAFDAC Over 40,000 bags of rice seized by the Nigeria Customs Service have been shared to Internally Displaced ... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Tekno, Wizkid Win Big At Soundcity MVP Award Posted: 29 Dec 2016 10:56 PM PST The Soundcity MVP award was held on Thursday night at thru Expo center of the Eko Hotel and Suites. Hosted by comedian, Basketmouth, the award show was as poorly attended as the Headies, with many... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

FG Commences Free Medical Services For Poor Nigerians Posted: 29 Dec 2016 10:14 PM PST Minister of Health, Prof. Isaac Adewole, has directed the less-privileged Nigerians living with certain medical conditions that require surgeries but cannot afford the medical services to visit any... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Navy arrests 47 stowaways inside ship in Lagos Posted: 29 Dec 2016 10:00 PM PST No fewer than 47 stowaways have been rescued from a merchant ship by the Nigerian Navy in an operation in the Apapa area of Lagos State. It was learnt that the persons, who had attempted to leave the... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Bird flu: Kano kills 9,000 birds Posted: 29 Dec 2016 10:00 PM PST The Kano State Government said it had so far killed 9,000 birds since bird flu resurfaced in the state two weeks ago. The Director in the state's Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Dr.... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Third Mainland Bridge: Police arrest three others, patrol waterways Posted: 29 Dec 2016 10:00 PM PST The police have arrested three other suspects in connection with a plan by a militant group to bomb the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos State. PUNCH Metro learnt on Thursday that the marine police had... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

S*xagenarian turns 10-year-old to s*x slave in Abia Posted: 29 Dec 2016 10:00 PM PST A 61-year-old man, Timothy Onyeukwu, has been arrested by the Abia State Police Command for allegedly raping a 10-year-old girl and keeping her as a sex slave in a hotel in Aba. Onyeukwu was alleged... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Fire guts Ondo market, destroys foodstuffs worth millions Posted: 29 Dec 2016 10:00 PM PST The popular Odopetu Market in Akure, the Ondo State capital, was gutted by fire on Thursday destroying commodities worth millions of naira. Although no life was lost in the incident, it was gathered... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Generator fumes kill environmental health officer, wife Posted: 29 Dec 2016 09:45 PM PST The Abia State Police Command on Thursday confirmed the death of an environmental health officer and his wife in the Aba South Local Government Area. The Public Relations Officer of the command, Mr... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Three passengers die in Ogun auto crash Posted: 29 Dec 2016 09:45 PM PST Tragedy struck on Thursday at the Fari end of the Sagamu-Benin Expressway, after three passengers travelling for the New Year celebration lost their lives in a road accident. PUNCH Metro learnt that... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

NSCDC men flog physically-challenged persons during A’Ibom event Posted: 29 Dec 2016 09:45 PM PST Many physically-challenged persons who came for an empowerment programme, sponsored by the Akwa Ibom State Government through the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Welfare, sustained varying... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Lagos woman killed by cleaner buried Posted: 29 Dec 2016 09:45 PM PST Emotion ran high on Thursday as late Temidayo Adeleke, who was stabbed to death by her Cameroonian house help, was laid to rest at The Vaults and Gardens, Ikoyi, Lagos State. Prior to the burial, a... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Cultism: ‘Rivers community lost 400 to cultists’ Posted: 29 Dec 2016 09:45 PM PST EKPEYE ethnic group in Ahoada East and Ahoada West Local Governments Areas of Rivers State said on Thursday that their community lost over 400 of its indigenes within two years to cult-related... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Blac Chyna Debuts New Look Posted: 29 Dec 2016 01:03 PM PST Hours before her baby’s father was hospitalized yesterday, Blac Chyna debuted an all-new look on social media. In the pictures, the 28-year-old Rob & Chyna star is seen showing off her... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Sir Elton John to perform at George Michael’s funeral Posted: 29 Dec 2016 01:03 PM PST Pop icon, Sir Elton John is reportedly set to perform at George Michael's funeral. According to reports, John will perform 'Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me', on which he performed with Michael in... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Serena Williams Announces Engagement To Alexis Ohanian Posted: 29 Dec 2016 01:00 PM PST 22-time Grand Slam champion, Serena William is engaged! The 35-year-old announced her engagement to Reddit co-founder, Alexis Ohanian on her Reddit account (duh!), “I came home a little late.... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

Son Of Ex-Katsina District Head Sentenced To Death By Hanging Posted: 29 Dec 2016 12:32 PM PST A Katsina State High Court sitting in Funtua on Thursday sentenced Mu'ammar Tukur, son of former District Head of Bakori, to death by hanging for culpable homicide. Mr. Tukur, 32, whose late father... This is a summary to read the rest, visit www.informationnigeria.com.

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