Man 31 Jailed 45 years For Stealing Nigerian Governor Aregbesola’s Phone

For stealing a N50,000 Sony Ericsson phone belonging to Governor Rauf Aregbesola, a 31-year-old Kelvin Ighodalo has been sentenced to 45-year imprisonment by an Osogbo High Court.

Ighodalo stole the phone from the pocket of Aregbesola on November 27, 2010, when the governor was being inaugurated at Government Technical College, Osogbo.

Justice Oyejide Falola, who heard the case, found Ighodalo guilty on six counts, which included conspiracy, stealing and fraud.

Chris Brown's Dad Don't Want His Son to Date Rihanna

In an interview with the New York Daily News, Clinton Brown said that while he understand CB's attraction to RiRi, they are better off on their own. He told the paper, "I personally really didn’t want him and Rihanna back together."

The elder Brown, who split from Chris Brown's mom when he was 6, thinks the on-again/off-again couple does not have the proper balance to maintain a good relationship, explaining, "You have to have someone who is spontaneous and whimsical but you also have to have someone who is grounded and logical."

Clearly neither Chris nor Rihanna would be described as "grounded" or "logical."

Hilarious Video: Obama's speech at the White House Correspondents' Dinner

Watch Obama poke fun at himself, Jay Z, CNN, Taylor Swift, MSNBC, Michelle Obama, Conan O'Brien, Rush Limbaugh, the History Channel, Fox and many more at the Correspondents' Dinner which held on Saturday night at the White House. Hilarious Yes that's the word that fit Oh, and check out his new entrance music after the jump........

Wunmi Obe's Controversial Tweets

Late Jaiye Aboderin was Stella Damasus' first husband and the younger brother of Wunmi Obe, Tunde Obe's wife.

New Pics: Jay-Z, Baby Blue Ivy and Beyonce Go On Paris Lunch Date

No doubt Beyonce and Jay-Z are one of the most powerful couples in the world, but they still make time to enjoy some family bonding. On April 25, Queen Bey took a break from her world tour to grab lunch in Paris with her hubby and daughter Blue Ivy Carter, 1!

Jay-Z lovingly held his 1-year-old daughter during an adorable family outing in Paris with his wife Beyonce, and was such a doting dad the whole time! How sweet!

The dressed-down family grabbed a bite to eat looking completely casual and relaxed. Jay-Z and Blue were matching in dark jeans, T-shirts and tennis shoes. Blue even had her own blue pacifier in her mouth — too cute!

Beyonce, who is no stranger to getting completely glammed up for red carpet events and performances, let her hair down in natural waves and didn’t wear a trace of makeup. The proud parents also kept Blue’s hair in wild, natural curls — which matched her casual attire.

Breaking News: President Jonathan Awards $40million Contract To Israeli Company To Monitor Computer, Internet Communication Of Nigerians

Here is a very important information from PREMIUM TIMES for the 47 million Nigerian Internet users. Big Brother, in the form of the Jonathan administration, is watching you, and your communication is no longer safe.

It is one of the most far-reaching policies ever designed in Nigeria’s history to invade the privacy of citizens.

The Jonathan administration secretly, and in open violation of lawful contracting procedures, has awarded an Israeli firm, Elbit Systems, with headquarters in Haifa, a $40million contract to help it spy on citizens’ computers and Internet communications under the guise of intelligence gathering and national security.

Elbit announced the contract award Wednesday in a global press release but was silent on the Nigerian destination of the contract. Its general manager, Yehuda Vered, opaquely announced that “Elbit Systems will supply its Wise Intelligence Technology (WiT) system to an unnamed country in Africa under a new $40 million contract announced on 24 April… for Intelligence Analysis and Cyber Defense,” but effusively claimed, in the statement, that his company is “proud to be selected to supply this unique system, which is already field-proven, fully operational and customisable.

Kim Kardashian Exposes Thong in Transparent Black Dress

The 32-year-old mom-to-be rocked a pair of killer heels and a sheer little black dress that exposed her maternity thong while out with her baby daddy Kanye West in NYC on Wednesday.

Nigerian woman 19, Married to a British man tries to commit suicide days before she was due to be deported from the UK

May Brown is a 19-year-old college student who fled to Britain from Nigeria three years ago after witnessing her father's murder and being subjected to sexual abuse. She settled in Weymouth, Dorset, where she met her husband, Michael Brown, 12 months ago and the couple married last December.

Her husband Mr Brown, 34, said UK Border Agency officials believe their marriage to be a 'sham' with no
'emotional attachment'.

So when May Brown was told she would be flown back to Nigeria tomorrow she was so distressed at the prospect of returning to her home country that she took an overdose of medication just days before she was due to be sent back to Nigeria but luckily for her she was she was found by her mother-in-law Helen-Claire Brown who found her collapsed on the bathroom  floor on Monday morning with a suicide note saying she "couldn't live without him."

Read the full suicide note after the jump...........................

Photos: Nollywood’s Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde Stunning in black at Time 100 gala in New York City

Nollywood Actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde was in New York City for the Time 100 Gala, following her announcement as one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2013.

The event was held yesterday April 23rd 2013 at the Frederick P. Rose Hall, Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City.

Congrats once again Omosexy.

Snoop Claims Miley Cyrus’ Relationship With Liam Hemsworth Is Over

Snoop Lion did an interview about his new song with Miley called ‘Ashtrays & Heartbreaks’ and then he dropped a major bombshell. Snoop revealed that Miley and Liam weren’t together anymore.

Well according to people in-the-know it’s either Snoop Lion is confused or maybe he is the answer to the question we’ve all been wanting to know: are Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth together? The rapper gave an interview to HuffPost Live about his new single with Miley and he said that they are both going through something in their personal lives! Hmmmm I think that’s a little TMI.

Rihanna Breaks Billboard No. 1s Record

The "Diamond" singer pictured above getting ready for her show in ATL, broke the record for the most Pop Song No.1s on the Billboard chart. See her Number One songs after the jump....... 

Liverpool striker Luis Suarez bites Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic during Sundays match

There was so much drama yesterday on my TL when someone tweeted that Luis Suarez was a goat and another replied wondering what breed of goat he was LooooooooooooooooooL. 

Okay here's the gist: Liverpool striker Luis Suarez yesterday Sunday April 21st bit the arm of Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic during their Premier League match. The Uruguayan striker sank his teeth into the Serbian defender's arm after a tussle during the second half of the match. Suarez didn't get penalised for the bite because the referee didn't see it. He went on score the equalizing goal for Liverpool. He has since apologized for his actions, but I'm sure the English FA will still penalize him.

But come to think of it this guy know just how to save his team from defeat not minding the cost of his actions. First he managed to get his Uruguayan team qualify at the expense of Ghana at the last Fifa World Cup, now it's Chelsea. Lmaooooooooooooooooo 

Tiwa Savage Tweets about her man

Blessed 2 have a beautiful man @teebillz323 in my life.Nobody was der wen u saved n paid 4 my 1st ever video kelekele twitter.com/TiwaSavage/sta…
— Tiwa Savage (@TiwaSavage) April 19, 2013

You invested so much in me and believed even when no one did. My backbone when everyone said we were waisting our time
— Tiwa Savage (@TiwaSavage) April 19, 2013

pls excuse my typos, really wanna express myself or maybe I'll just put it in a song
— Tiwa Savage (@TiwaSavage) April 19, 2013

When the pressure gets too much, first thing you do is pray with me..... @teebillz323 you are my escape
— Tiwa Savage (@TiwaSavage) April 19, 2013

You put in time, money, energy into a dream that had no guaranty, and here we are today by His grace.
— Tiwa Savage (@TiwaSavage) April 19, 2013

you dont get the credit you deserve @teebillz323 but even though men dont know God knows
— Tiwa Savage (@TiwaSavage) April 19, 2013

Interview: PETE EDOCHIE'S Alleged Son Speaks

There is a 24-year old Kenyan model who claims actor Pete Edochie is his biological father. Well you will get to hear more from him in this interview with Alonge Michael.

Tell me a bit about yourself?
I’m 24 years old, raised by an awesome single mother, who I would gladly give an organ to. I am working so hard to live my dream which is to be the best in the world as an actor / model and a movie maker... I love life and have very fun-loving people around me. I always grow to be me and no one else.

How and where did you grow up?
All over, with my mum and my grand folks, in Kenya.

Boston Bombing Suspects 'Identified' As Brothers From Russia - AP

AP sources identify the surviving Boston bomber as Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, 19. The man is said to be from Russia’s south, not far from the Chechen Republic.

The man reportedly lived in Turkey before arriving legally in the US at least a year ago.
The name is listed among the recipients of Cambridge scholarships in 2011.

The second suspect is said to be his brother Tamerlan, 26.

Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries Officially Divorced

Kim Kardashian is officially a single woman because the judge dissolved her marriage to Kris Humphries in today's court hearing and we've learned Kris walked away with NOTHING.

Sources connected with the case told TMZ Kris gets NO money from Kim.  As previously reported he had previously demanded $7 million from Kim also Kris dropped his demand for an annulment based on fraud and each party will pay their own attorney's fees.

Omotola Jalade Ekeinde (@realomosexy) makes the 2013 TIME 100 Icon list

TIME magazine released its annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world, from artists and leaders to pioneers, titans and icons...and our very own Omosexy made the Icon list. She was named the queen of Nollywood. Check the full list here - Time100.time. Then click HERE to see what TIME wrote about her.  

Video of Two women arrested in Imo state for stealing 3-day old babies

Two women and a man have been arrested by the Imo State police command for allegedly stealing two babies just three days after they were born. Watch the above Channels TV report above for details

Dino Melaye Insists On His Assassination Attack And Life Threat Stories, Provides Proof

Dino Melaye, the Executive Secretary of the Anti-Corruption Network, insists there was an assassination attempt on his life on Monday, adding that he has brought threats to his person in the past to the attention of the police.

Mr. Melaye, a former member of the House of Representatives, forwarded to SaharaReporters copies of letters he had previously sent to the police to inform them of those threats, and his requests for their protection.

Mr. Melaye’s first letter was to the Commissioner of Police of the Federal Capital Territory was dated January 19, 2012. In it, he asked for two police officers to protect his residence. “This has become most pertinent as a result of recent strong threat on the lives of my family members and my humble self,” the letter said.

Abuja Police Commissioner: There Was No Assassination Attempt On Dino Melaye

“The police have gone to the scene of the crime and we could not find any car parked there; no trace of shells on the ground.”

The Commissioner of Police in the Nigerian Capital, Abuja, Olufemi Ogunbayo, has denied that there was an assassination attempt on leading opposition politician, Dino Melaye.

Mr. Ogunbayo stated this in a telephone interview with PREMIUM TIMES on Wednesday.

Tonto Dikeh: "I'm not Going into the Big Brother Africa House"

Rumours making the rounds states that Nollywood sensation/failed musician Tonto Dikeh would be representing Nigeria at the forth coming Big Brother Africa Season 8. However the Diva debunked the rumour saying that "9ja Bloggerz re BORED n OUTTA n dey Gaveup on d Truth Along time age to b FICTION/Storybook writerz" and that they should be ashamed of themselves. See her tweets after the jump.............

So Sad: Photos of 8-year-old Martin Richard Victim of Boston Marathon Bombing

Martin Richard an 8-year-old third grader was tragically killed in the Boston Marathon bombingson April 15. He just wanted to hug his dad at the finish line, but sadly, his life was taken soon thereafter.

Martin Richard who was standing with his mother Denise Richard and sister, 6, when bombs hidden in bins exploded within 12 second of each other, according to The Boston Globe.was killed in the Boston Marathon bombings on April 15. Martin’s father, Bill Richard, was running in the marathon when his son was killed, his wife’s brain was injured and his daughter lost her leg in the blast. I can’t imagine what this family is going through right now.

Before the explosions, Martin gave his dad Bill Richard a hug as he approached the finish line. When Martin ran back to his mother, the first bomb exploded. Reports claims that his mother was seriously injured and she underwent surgery for an injury on her brain and his sister lost her leg in the blast.

So so sad.

Beyonce Shows Off Nipples In Racy Bodysuit On her Mrs Carter Tour’s in Belgrade, Serbia Opening Night

Beyonce certainly knows how to turn up the heat and that’s exactly what she did when she strutted her stuff on stage but the question is: was her sexy bodysuit a little too racy? You tell me. More pics after the jump..................

Dino Melaye Escapes Assassination In Abuja

Former Nigerian federal lawmaker, Dino Melaye, Monday night escaped assassination in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city.

According to reports Mr. Melaye, a staunch government critic, was attacked in the high-brow Central Business District of the city, while making his way home.

He said the attackers, driving in a Golf car, crossed his car near the NNPC towers and immediately began shooting at him.

He said two bullets hit his car before he managed to escape unharmed.

“I am safe,” he told PREMIUM TIMES.

Mr. Melaye, a former member of the Peoples Democratic Party, shortly after leaving the National Assembly, switched to the opposition flank, actively leading the January 2012 fuel subsidy protest.

He has since then remained an anti-corruption activist.

“When you fight corruption, corruption fights back strongly,” he said, blaming the attack on his anti-corruption stance.

Queen Bey poses for H&M summer campaign

Official photos of Beyonce as Mrs. Carter for H&M has been released. Bey will appear in all ads as 'Beyoncé as Mrs. Carter in H&M.' She will appear in TV commericials, Billboards and print ads promoting H&M summer collection which she will help design. See more photos after the cut...

New Music Video: Onyeka Onwenu releases video for ‘Onye Bu Nwannem’

Onyeka Onwenu has released the video for her new single, Onye Bu Nwannem. The song which was directed by Akin Alabi is on her album compilation, The Legend Reloaded. Watch the video below:

Breaking News: Marathon Bomb Explosions In Boston: Two People Killed, 28 injured-Police

Police in  Boston have confirmed that two people died from the twin bomb explosion that rocked the Boston marathon finish line on Monday. 28 people were injured in the attack. The police is yet to unravel the attackers or the motive for the attack. I'll keep you guys posted on any development.

Tiger Woods Dissed By Lindsey Vonn’s Ex-Husband Thomas Vonn

After Tiger was nearly disqualified from The Masters on Apr. 12, Lindsey’s ex husband poked fun at him and even called him a ‘cheater!’ Do we have a love triangle on our hands?

Tiger Woods who got a scare on Apr. 13 after he found out that an illegally dropped ball cost him two strokes and nearly disqualified him from The Masters. But now that that’s died down, it looks like he has an ex-husband to deal with!

Kim Kardashian to give birth in Paris

I know most of you will say "How is this news" but yes Kanye West and Kim Kardashian's first child may be born in Paris.

According to sources close to the couple, the reality star stopped into a hospital last week in Paris specifically to scope out the maternity ward. 

We're told Kim is seriously considering giving birth in Paris for several reasons -- the main one being Paris has strict anti-paparazzi laws which is one of the reasons why Halle Berry says she wants to move there.

Another reason being that Kanye has a sick pad in Paris + Paris is the fashion capital of the world.

FYI, the baby's due in July.

Moses wins Nigerian Idol season 3!

After six months of electrifying performances, surprise evictions, tough and thorough training, the third edition of Nigerian Idol the TV reality show has come to an end with 22-year-old Moses Obi-Adigwe declared as winner!

After an opening performance from season one winner Yeka Onka, the show started with the host Illrymz introducing the two final contestants Moses and Debbie Debbie Olu-Rise on stage.

The 10 other finalists joined them and they all performed together for the last time.

Must Watch Video: FG Bans Film On Nigerian Poverty, Places Producer Under Security Watch-PREMIUM TIMES

The Nigerian government has banned the airing and distribution of the documentary, Fueling Poverty, a 30-minute film which documents the massive poverty in Nigeria and advocates against corruption and greed in the country.

The documentary, released late in 2012, was produced by young filmmaker, Ishaya Bako, in partnership with the Open Society for West Africa [OSIWA].

After the project was completed last year, Mr. Bako sent it in to the National Film and Video Censors Board, NFVCB, a national agency which vets,  classifies, and approves films and videos meant for distribution and exhibition in Nigeria.

But in an April 8 letter to Mr. Bako, exclusively obtained by PREMIUM TIMES Friday, the agency prohibited the distribution and exhibition of the documentary in Nigeria, saying its contents “are highly provocative and likely to incite or encourage public disorder and undermine national security.”

SEE DOCUMENTARY HERE after the jump..................................

Veteran Actor Justus Esiri laid to rest

The veteran actor who died on Friday February 19th was buried yesterday April 12th in Oria-Abraka, Delta State. RMD, Kanayo O Kanayo, Bob Manuel Udokwu and a few other Nollywood stars were at the burial. May his soul continue to rest in peace...Amen.

A Soldier and Six Terrorists Killed in JTF-Boko Haram Shootout in Kano

According to Sahara Reporters, seven persons, including a soldier, were killed in a gun battle between the Joint Task Force (JTF) and suspected Boko Haram elements in Kano in the early hours of yesterday.

The dead soldier was said to be from the 3rd Brigade of the Nigeria Army, Kano.  Six members of the sect were killed in the confrontation, which took place in the Sheka quarters of the ancient city. Several injured persons were taken to the hospital.

VIDEO: Governor Godswill Akpabio Digs Himself Further Into Election Rigging Hole In This Channels TV Interview

Y'all  remember the last video where he exposed himself as an election rigger? Well, it looks like he's our new "Oga At The Top" as he digs himself further into the election rigging scandal on Channels.

But why always Channels Loooolz.

Rapper M.I's Car Stolen In Abuja

The car's plate number is CY 41 RBC. In case you spot it, help M.I by calling 08034721860 or 0803584327

Hot Photos: Tinsel Actress Tomi Odunsi Popularly Known as "Shalewa" Set To release new single

Tinsel Actress Tomi Odunsi popularly known as "Shalewa"  dazzles in new pics as she's set  to release her new single this month. One word  "HOT". More pics after the jump....................

Denrele Edun talks about Goldie's last moments on Ndani TV

Goldie's best friend, Denrele Edun, talks about the late singer's last few hours...must watch!

Stella Dimoko Korkus Responds to Mercy Aigbe's Video

 

See Stella's response to the video Mercy Aigbe and her husband released yesterday after the jump......

Press Release + Video: Mercy Aigbe’s Video Response On Alleged Cheating

In a classical rabble rousing style of Mrs. Stella Dimoko-Korkus, she did a rejoinder to the press release issued by Mercy Aigbe on what actually happened on Sunday when celebrated actress Mercy Aigbe-Gentry was hosted by Oodua TV. Stella claimed that the dress Mercy wore to the event was missing. She also claimed that Mr. Gentry caught her in a night gown alone in a hotel room, dragged her from the room, and pummeled her on getting home for her “offences” and family members called a meeting to plead for Mercy. Video +  Evidence after the jump.....................

Rihanna and Chris Brown Spotted Ridin in the same Car

Rihanna has once again taken back Chris Brown at least for now because the two attention seeking hoes were spotted rollin' around L.A. together in the same expensive car yesterday.

As I previously reported, the two have been breaking up and getting back together but yesterday, it seems they were "back on" for the day.

In fact, Rihanna even tweeted a pic of the most childish and boring twosome together looking as coupley as ever.

See Rihanna's Instagram Pic with Brezzy after the jump....

Jay-Z Raps About His Cuba Trip with Beyonce "Obama Said ‘You Gonna Get Me Impeached'"

President Barack Obama told Jay-Z he was worried the rapper's controversial trip to Cuba would cost him the White House this according to Jay-Z's  new song.
 

Jay-Zjust released a new rap, in which he addresses all of the drama surrounding his trip to Cuba last week with his wife Beyonce.

In the song, titled "Open Letter," Jay says ..."Politicians never did sh*t for me ... except lie to me, distort history.”

Paul Okoye and girlfriend welcome baby boy Andre Okoye

P-Square's Paul Okoye and his girlfriend Anita welcomed a baby boy, Andre Okoye, in the early hours of today in Atlanta, USA. Congrats to them

Gunmen Kill Four State officials In Borno

Gunmen, suspected to be members of the insurgent Boko Haram, on Tuesday evening killed four officials of the Borno State Government.

The officials are members of the state school feeding committee that were on a tour of schools in the state. The victims include Tijjani Mafe who is the chairman of the feeding committee in charge of the free feeding programs in public schools.

Also among those killed was an accountant, Modu Kura Gubio. The names of the other two victims, including the driver of the vehicle, are yet to be confirmed.

Reliable government sources say the gunmen waylaid the vehicle of the committee members at Logomani Village near the outskirts of Bama Town, 89km from Maiduguri; and shot them dead. The gunmen also escaped with their vehicle.

The state commissioner of education, Musa Inuwa Kubo, confirmed the incident but could not provide details.

Source: Premium Times

EFCC Press Release - N20Bn Police Pension Scam: EFCC Arraigns Former Accountant, Six Others

 

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, today April 10, 2013 arraigned one Mrs. Uzoma Cyril Attang, a major suspect in the Police Pension scam before Justice Husseine Baba of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Abuja. Mrs. Uzoma a former chief accountant in the Police Pension Office is standing trial for theft and abuse of office.

Also re-arraigned were six other accused persons: Esai Dangabar, Atiku Abubakar Kigo, Ahmed Inuwa Wada, Mrs. Veronica Ulonma Onyegbula, Sani Habila Zira, and Christian Madubuke. The accused persons took their plea on an amended 20-count charge that borders on criminal breach of trust and thereby committed an offence punishable under section 315 of the Penal code Act Cap 532 Laws of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nigeria in 2007.