Supreme court throws out suit filed by Wike against Rivers election tribunal

The Supreme court has thrown out a suit filed by Rivers state governor, Nyesom Wike against the Rivers state election tribunal. Wike had approached the apex court, asking that the action of the tribunal to relocate from Rivers state to Abuja be regarded as unconstitutional. The tribunal had relocated to Abuja due to security threats in Port Harcourt.

Delivering its judgement this morning, the 7 man panel of judges said the relocation of the tribunal from

Lewis Hamilton wins his third F1 world championship

Lewis Hamilton could not hold back tears as he hailed what he says is the 'greatest moment of my life'. The 30-year-old was reduced to tears as he became Britain’s most successful racing driver by securing this season’s championship with a win in the US Grand Prix yesterday evening. He is only the second British driver after Sir Jackie Stewart to achieve the feat.

Fellow Briton Elton John even celebrated with Lewis Hamilton on the podium and the pair pledged to party through the night together. Congrats to him...

Odunlade Adekola, Femi Jacobs, Saka, Ijeoma Agu Stars in Hilarious Comedy, Taxi Driver (Oko Ashewo).

What is your experience of Lagos Taxi drivers popularly called Oko Ashewo? Many people have tales to tell. Some, tales of horror, others, tales of favour while for many others are tales of frustration mixed with many funny moments. Now, imagine, if a movie puts all of these experiences together and make a comedy out of it. Not only that, there are many other night life experiences of an average Lagos Taxi driver that could make you laugh so much, you hurts your ribs!

Future's babymama clowns Blac Chyna for getting his name tattooed on her hand

Brittni is the babymama Future dumped for Ciara and went back to after Ciara dumped him. She was flaunting him on instagram after they rekindled their relationship but they broke up again after Future began cheating on her again. She posted a photo of Blac Chyna showing off her new tattoo of Future on her hands on her page with LOL. She's since taken the post down but her page is still on fire..

WHO formally removes Nigeria from list of polio endemic countries

Exactly one month after announcing that Nigeria is no longer a polio endemic country, the World Health Organization WHO today October 26th officially removed Nigeria from the list of polio endemic countries. WHO Regional Director for Africa, Dr Matshidiso Moeti was at the state house today to meet with President Buhari for the formal de-listing of Nigeria.

Adaeze Ibechukwu: Let’s Talk About the Alarming Rate of Robbery on Lagos Roads

 

It’s depressing to hear and experience the armed robbery attacks that have found its way to Lagos roads in recent times. I remember journeying home from work on the Eko Bridge and the third mainland bridge, this time last year, without thoughts of armed robbery or assault (not that it was non-existent).

I am moved to write this article due to the recent wave of attacks that have become prevalent on some major roads in Lagos state. On Wednesday, the 21st of October, just beside the National Theatre, my sister and I were attacked by robbers who smashed our car window and demanded for our valuables. The day after the attack, on our way home at about 5:30pm, just on the Obalende, Adeniji/ Third mainland bridge, we were

Buhari's Attire For The India-Africa Forum in New Delhi

President Muhammadu Buhari will be attending the third summit of India-Africa Forum in New Delhi on Tuesday, October 27, alongside 41 other African leaders.

The African leaders are to wear Desi Waistcoats at a dinner with the Indian prime minister Narendra Modi

The African leaders have been mandated to attend the summit dressed in the Indian prime minister signature sleeveless jacket—the desi waistcoat.

The Indian prime minister Narendra Modi is known to often dress in the desi waistcoat-a variant of the “Nehru jacket” which was popularised by Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s first prime minister after independence.
Quartz Africa reports that the Indian government has designed the bespoke jackets, in assorted colors, for

Kcee serves as cabin crew member for Air Peace flights (photos)

On Saturday October  24th, front line aviation company, Air Peace turned a year older and as part of it's anniversary celebration, Five Star music act Kingsley Okonkwo aka Kcee who is the official brand ambassador of the airline was on board different routes as a cabin crew member where a lot of goodies were given out to lucky customers for their patronage over the last one year. See the photos after the cut...

E.L – Washing Bay (Prod. DJ Breezy)

Ghanaian producer/artist – E.L stays consistent with the releases, he serves up this party starter dubbed “Washing Bay” produced by proven hit maker DJ Breezy
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Diamond Platnumz wins Best African/Indian Act + full list of winners at the 2015 MTV EMA

 

MILAN, ITALY – OCTOBER 25: (EXCLUSIVE COVERAGE) Diamond Platnumz poses for a portrait before the MTV EMAs at the Mediolanum Forum on October 25, 2015 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Dave Hogan/MTV 2015/Getty Images for MTV)

Tanzanian music star Diamond Platnumz won the Best African/Indian Act award at the 2015 MTV EMA which took place in Milan last night. He beat African musicians including Nigeria’s Davido and Yemi Alade, SA’s AKA and Ivorian DJ Arafat as well as leading Indian musicians to win the MTV prize.

MILAN, ITALY – OCTOBER 25: Diamond Platnumz on stage during the MTV EMA’s 2015 at the Mediolanum Forum on October 25, 2015 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Gareth Cattermole/MTV 2015/Getty Images for MTV)

Other winners last night included Taylor Swift and Justin Beiber.

HowfaNaija will bring you all the scoop and photos from the dazzling event later today.

2015 MTV EMA Winners List

Justin Bieber, Stephanie Coker, Fade Ogunro, Diamond Platnumz & More at the 2015 MTV EMAs + Full List of Winners

The 2015 MTV European Music Awards held at the Mediolanum Forum on Sunday (October 25) in Milan, Italy and the event was star-studded as several celebrities stepped out for the event.

Hosted by music star Ed Sheeran and model/actress Ruby Rose, there were performances from Pharrell Williams, Justin Bieber, Ellie Goulding, Jess Glyne, Jason Derulo, Macklemore and more.

Diamond Platnumz, Stephanie Coker and Fade Ogunro were also spotted on the red carpet.

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view full list of winners inside...

Stop Waging War Against Biafrans - Monarch Tells Buhari

Following recent protests by Biafra activists, President Muhammadu Buhari has been advised by Eze Henry Ezekwem, the traditional ruler of Emede Ibeku autonomous community in Umuahia north local government area, not to wage war against members of the Movement for the Actualization of the Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB).

Supporters of the Biafran movement in a protest.

President Buhari was advised to lay more emphasis on insurgency in the country, and ending the war against

Counting Down! First Photos from Lilian Esoro’s Miami Themed Bridal Shower

Lilian Esoro

Actress Lilian Esoro was hosted by friends to a Miami themed bridal shower last night.

As the day of her wedding to Ubi Franklin draws nearer, Lilian Esoro is making the most of her last days before officially becoming ‘Mrs. Ubi Franklin’.

For the bridal shower Lilian Esoro’s friends all turned up in white while the bride-to-be gave us a dose of pink in a cute baby doll dress.

See the first photos below.