Spider-Man and Doctor Strange co-creator Steve Ditko found dead in New York apartment

American comics artist, writer and co-creator of Marvel comic superheroes Spider-Man and Doctor Strange, Steve Ditko has passed away aged 90 after being found dead in his midtown Manhattan apartment.

According to New York Police Department spokesman George Tsourovakas, Mr. Ditko was found dead on June 29.

Marvel President Dan Buckley said in a statement "the Marvel family mourns the loss" of Mr Ditko. Steve transformed the industry and the Marvel Universe, and his legacy will never be forgotten.

CAF bans Kenyan referee for life over bribery scandal

A Kenyan referee who had been due to officiate at the ongoing World Cup in Russia has been handed a life ban after being caught in a bribery sting.  

Aden Marwa was filmed receiving a 600-dollar bribe during Confederation of African Football (CAF) assignment in Ghana. He is one of 22 referees sanctioned by CAF in an unprecedented clean up announced this weekend.  

Benue state governor, Samuel Ortom, dissolves his cabinet

Benue state governor, Samuel Ortom, has announced the dissolution of his cabinet. 

A statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government ( SSG) Tony Ijoho SAN, directed  commissioners  and Special Adviser affected by the dissolution to hand over to the next senior person in their offices. He said the dissolution is with immediate effect.

No reason was given for the dissolution, but there had been rumours for about two weeks that Governor Ortom and the leader of All Progressive Congress ( APC) in the state are at logger heads over the governor's plans to seek a second term which the party is against. 

The Governor however retained four (4) commissioners and six (6) Special Advisers. The Commissioners retained are the Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General of the state Mike  Gusah, Commissioner for Education Dennis Ityavyar, Commissoner for Land, Survey and Solid Minerals Bernard Unenge and Commissioner for Education David Olufo.

Nigerians react to video of Oba of Lagos “shooting his shot” on live TV

A new video has emerged on Nigerian social media showing the current Oba of Lagos, His Highness Oba Rilwan Akiolu shooting his shot at a presenter during an interview on live TV.

While many find it funny and hilarious, others find it totally repulsive.

See the video and reactions below...

Dino Melaye shares photos on IG from his mansion as he returns to Nigeria

Weeks after travelling out for a court approved medical trip, Senator Dino Melaye has returned to Nigeria.

During his ongoing court trail with the Police, magistrate Mabel Segun-Bello ordered the authorites to release the senator's passport, granting him leave to travel out of the country for treatment for a period of 20 days (June 18 to July 8 2018).

He was ordered to return the passport to the custody of the Commissioner of Police of the FCT upon his return.

Another Nigerian man killed in South Africa

Another Nigerian man has been killed in South Africa. The Nigeria Consulate-General in South Africa said the deceased identified as Ozumba Tochukwu-Lawrence, was shot dead at 10 Koppe, Middleburg, Mpumalanga, South Africa, on July 6th.

His attackers were said to have trailed him, shot him six times and left him in a pool of his blood. He died while he was being rushed to the hospital.

His remains has been deposited in a morgue.

''If you don’t pay tithes, things wont be tight for you and you wont die. Tithes has no place in Christianity'' Reno Omokri

Reno Omokri who is a Pastor, tweeted this to Christians and pastors who still propagate the message of tithing. Continue tto read his tweets below

Super Eagles player, Jude Ighalo's wife, Sonia, shows off body in sexy swimwear photo

After three kids, she looks amazing!

Girls on social media are 'shocked' and 'offended' with news of Justin Bieber's engagement to Hailey Baldwin

Girls  and fans of Justin Bieber are not happy with news of his engagement of his boo, Hailey Baldwin.

According to reports, the 24-year-old hitmaker got down on one knee to propose to the 21-year-old model at a resort in the Bahamas on Saturday night. TMZ reports two women said they were at a restaurant when Bieber's security told everyone to put their phones away as something special was about to happen.

Female fans are not smiling. See all the hilarious reactions below....

Here is FFK's word to those who say ''we are leaving Buhari because he is coming after us''

As he shared on his twitter  handle

See the classy reply Adesua Etomi gave an Instagram user who told her to go and get pregnant

Instagram trolls are at it again and this time they targeted singer Banky W's wife, Adesua Etomi Wellington.

The actress shared a video of herself dancing at a party in Lagos earlier today with the caption "so many reasons to komole. so grateful. Joy is free."

and an Instagram user who seemed 'offended' by the post deemed it fit to insult Adesua via her comment section.

See mumu don't go and get pregnant. Be there dancing like an idiot, I hate you because you are too fake...

A not so bothered Adesua, gave a classy reply:

"Lool. Peace and love. She wrote "

Niger Delta University student commits suicide after discovering he had multiple carry-overs

Aduba Daniel, a student of the Niger Delta University in Bayelsa state, died after reportedly drinking Sniper (an insecticide) upon discovering that he had about four carry overs

According to journalist Bodmas Kemepadei, Daniel was rushed to the Tantua hospital, Amassoma, where it was realised that he had drank the whole bottle. All efforts to save him proved abortive

See the bruises a young man suffered after he was whipped by Iranian authorities for drinking alcohol

The Islamic republic of Iran practices Sharia law under which alcohol is banned and this young man reportedly got whipped for breaking the law.

"I was pushed by the devil," says man arrested for defiling underage girl

A 45-year-old man nabbed for defiling an 11-year-old girl in Ogun state has blamed the devil for his actions.

Musibau Asinde allegedly accosted the girl in his neighbourhood at Ibese in Ogun state and raped her. Afterwards, the girl returned home and reported to her mother who in turn reported to the police at Ilaro Police Station.

Subsequently, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), CSP Opebiyi Sunday, led a team of detectives to the crime scene and arrested the suspect. 

Family cry out after 2 siblings are abducted from their primary school in Anambra

Two young siblings were reportedly kidnapped from their primary school in Anambra and their location is currently unknown.

The kids, Franklin Ezekwere, 4, and Maryann Ezekwere, 2, were said to have been abducted at the Igwedimma Nursery and Primary School located in the same compound with St Matthew’s Catholic Church, Amawbia in  Awka South Local Government of Anambra State.

School management have been unable to explain what happened to the kids. It was gathered that their school bags were seen in their classes but the teachers were unable to say where they were. Since the incident happened on July 3, 2018, their whereabouts are still unknown.

Ceec and Bambam serving hot legs in new photos

These ex-Big Brither Naija housemates are definitely killing it with their outfits lately...

See more photos below...

Rapper Rick Ross and his girlfriend Briana Camille are expecting their second child (Photos)

 Maybach Music Group CEO, Rick Ross is set to be a dad for the fourth time

The rapper is expecting another child with his girlfriend Briana Camille, who both welcomed a daughter, Berkeley in September 2017.

The fitness enthusiast appeared to announce the pregnancy news after sharing photos of herself and her daughter posing together with her growing baby bump on display.

''We won’t donate land for ranching'' South-East governors tell FG

The South-East Governors’ Forum (SEGF)  have rejected the proposal by the Federal Government to establish cattle ranches in some states to solve the frequent clashes between herdsmen and farmers. 

The governors at a meeting in Enugu state yesterday July 8th, said they would not be donating any of their land to the Federal government for the purpose of building ranches for herdsmen.

Gunmen kidnap two Imo-based entertainers

Two popular entertainers in Imo state, Ugo Stevenson and Izunna Obiakor, have been kidnapped by unknown gunmen in Owerri, the state capital.

According to reports, Stevenson, a 2008 winner of Nigeria Music Awards, was kidnapped while on his way home. His abductors have contacted his wife and are demanding a N5 million ransom for his release. 

Obiakor on the other hand was ambushed and kidnapped while driving in his SUV in Owerri, the state capital. Both incidents happened last week. 

BBC Wold Cup reporter drugged and robbed In Russia

A British reporter for the BBC was drugged and robbed while working at the World Cup in Russia, and two men have been detained in connection with the alleged crime.

Irina Volk, a spokesperson for the Russian Interior Ministry, said:  "as a result of the search operation, a suspect in the robbery of a British national has been detained. Yesterday, the British national reported to the police that he had been robbed in a taxi. As a result of the search operation, officers of the criminal police found the car which the man had taken and one of the suspects had been detained. He is now being questioned."

Nigerian Police force release detailed security arrangement for Ekiti State Governorship election this weekend, deploys 30,000 officers

The Nigerian Police force ahead of the July 14th guber election in Ekiti State has deployed 30,000 police personnel to the state.

The force in a statement signed by its PRO, Jimoh Moshood says it will deal decisively in accordance with the laws with any individual or groups no matter how highly placed, whose utterances or conduct is contrary to the electoral act or that can incite disturbance of public peace during the election.

Below is the full statement...

48hours after, Nigerians still await official response from Finance Minister, Kemi Adeosun over forged NYSC certificate allegation

The Presidency, Senate and Minister of Finance Kemi Adeosun, have kept mute over allegations published by Premium Times on Saturday that she skipped the mandatory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and subsequently obtained a forged exemption certificate in 2009.
 

The minister reportedly graduated from the Polytechnic of East London, in the United Kingdom, in 1989, at 22. The scheme is compulsory for all Nigerian graduates, under the age of 30, while those above the age limit are required to obtain an exemption certificate.
 

Several attempts to speak with the minister by journalists have been unsuccessful. Repeated calls and texts to her mobile lines have gone answered.

Unbothered Selena Gomez is all smiles as she enjoys a boat trip amid Justin Bieber engagement news to Hailey Baldwin (Photos)

Looks like Selena Gomez is not bothered with the news of her old-time flame Justin Bieber who reportedly got engaged to his girlfriend, model Hailey Baldwin at a Bahamian resort on Saturday.

On Sunday,  25-year-old Selena was all smiles as was pictured enjoying a boat trip in New York with some pals and her assistant Theresa Marie Mingus.

A source also told Us Weekly Selena Gomez has moved on and she “doesn’t care” about her ex-boyfriend Justin Bieber‘s engagement to Hailey Baldwin, 

“Selena doesn’t care. She’s over Justin and the last time they broke up allowed her to get over him fully,” the insider said.

See full photos below..

FFK officially welcomes Dino Melaye back to PDP

Former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode has officially welcomed Dino Melaye back to the opposition party, PDP. Read his welcome back letter to Dino below

Yesterday I tweeted the following:

"It is not good enough to say that you are leaving Buhari simply because he came after you. You stood with him when he murdered, detained, insulted, framed up, disgraced, demonised, humiliated and lied about others for 3 years and you cheered him on. You failed to appreciate that those who ride on the back of a tiger always end up in its stomach. Now the tiger is chewing your balls you are wailing. You did not wail when it devoured others. Instead you supported it and enthroned a monster. Kindly ask God and the people to forgive you for your self-induced delusion and folly".

I feed 2 wives, 7 children with proceeds from fraud – Fake policeman confesses

A fraudster who has been extorting people using a police identity card has been arrested by the police in Sokoto.

Mahmuda Hamza was paraded at the police headquarters in the state on Friday alongside some area boys, and he confessed to extortion using a fake ID card.

Speaking to newsmen, Hamza explained that he took the identity card from a deceased policeman and attached his passport photograph to it.

Punch quotes Hamza as saying: "I am a fraudster and I know I have committed an offence but I am pleading, I will not go into crime again if I am pardoned. I am not an armed robber, but a fraudster. I have two wives and seven children and I feed them all from the money I make through this fraud.

Niger Delta University student forced to dance for hours after he was caught stealing 4 phones at Federal University Otueke(video)

This is way better than Jungle justice. A student of the Niger Delta University NDU was forced to dance for hours after he was caught stealing four phones as the Federal University Otueke, both in Bayelsa state.

Watch the video below

Cristiano Ronaldo lock lips with his girlfriend Georgina as they enjoy family holiday ahead of his '£88m move to Juventus' (Photos)

Cristiano Ronaldo, 33,  who is reportedly set to make a '£88m move to Juventus' is currently on holiday with girlfriend Georgina Rodriquez and his family.

The Portuguese Captian and striker was pictured locking lips with his girlfriend as they enjoyed a boat trip with his son.

The five-time Ballon d'Or winner is expected to leave Real Madrid for Juventus in a £88million deal before the new football season begins.

See full photos below.

Toyin Saraki sings God's praises after her husband's court victory

Following her husband's court victory few days ago, Mrs Toyin Saraki took to Twitter to openly express her gratitude to God. Read her post below...

Couple caught having sex on packed beach in full view of horrified families

A randy couple were seen having sex on a packed beach in Lincolnshire on Friday in full view of families who were enjoying a day out.

Sarah Carrington spotted the pair in the act as she walked along Ingoldmells beach during the day with her partner. She said her jaw dropped when she realised what the couple were up to.

Peter Okoye gets dragged by non-fan for showing off Louis Vuitton shoes, and he claps back!

One half of Psquare, Peter Okoye innocently shared a video of himself dressing up and rocking  LV shoes but a fan spotted it and called him out for showing off what every random 'agbero' has. Peter of course clapped back!

See their conversation below....

Twitter stories. Boyfriend borrows N650K from girlfriend for 'Paris business deal' only to fund his marriage to another woman with the money

 

This story which is currently trending on Twitter is as callous as it can get...

94-year-old man baptized with 5000 liters of boiled water in Kenya (Photos)

A 94-year-old man from Ossen in Baringo North got baptized with 5000 liters of boiled water in Kenya 

The rare baptism took place at the Ossen AIC church and was presided over by Rev Elijah Katya.

According to the Rev, they were forced to boil the water for baptism due to cold weather and the age of the frail old man. He said it took them two hours to boil the more than 5000 liters of water using firewood and also electric heaters.

Beyonce joins husband Jay-Z for a boat ride in Italy (Photos)

Power couple, Beyonce and  Jay-Z took some time off from their joint tour to spend some quality time together. On Saturday, the pair stepped out together for a boat ride around Italy's Lake Como. See more photos below...

Read these tweets about God being a 'woman' and tell us what you think

Daughter of former deputy governor of Ondo State found dead under the bed of her boyfriend’s house

Adenike Khadijat Oluboyo, daughter of the immediate past Deputy Governor of Ondo State, Alhaji Lasisi Olugbenga Oluboyo, was found dead at her boyfriend’s house in Akure today July 8th..

Oluboyo, who was a final year student of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, was found dead in the house of Adeyemi Alao, popularly known as Q.S.

Femi Joseph, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Ondo command told the News Agency of Nigeria that the incident is being investigated. 

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Update: Six members of Thai soccer team are out of the cave, six others and their coach to be rescued tomorrow (Photos/Video)

Six members of the Thai soccer team trapped inside a flooded cave have now been brought out after divers executed a carefully constructed rescue mission.

According to the Thai Public Broadcast Service, the six other players and their coach who are still trapped in the cave will remain underground tonight and be rescued tomorrow.

The starved and exhausted kids are currently being treated at a hospital after they were flown in a military helicopter.

See more photos and watch the video below.

In two months, Twitter suspends over 70 million accounts

Twitter Inc. suspended more than one million accounts in recent months to reduce the flow of misinformation on the platform. Twitter and other social media platforms such as Facebook Inc. have been under scrutiny by United States lawmakers and international regulators for doing too little to prevent the spread of false content.  

The companies have been taking steps such as deleting user accounts, introducing updates and actively monitoring content to help users avoid being victims to fake content. Twitter suspended more than 70 million accounts in May and June, and the pace has continued in July, the media reported on Friday, citing data it obtained.  

Paul Okoye & wife, Anita throw a circus themed home party for their twins' first birthday (photos)

Paul Okoye aka Rudeboy and his wife, Anita celebrated the first birthday of their twins, Nathan and Nadia by throwing a Circus themed party at their Ikoyi Mansion today. More photos below.