Abaribe Senator granted bail after five days in DSS custody

A Federal lawmaker, Sen. Enyinnaya Abaribe, has been granted an administrative bail after five days in DSS custody.

The Special Adviser to Abaribe on Media, Mr Uche Awom, made this known in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja.

He said Abaribe, who is the Chairman of the South East Senators Forum, was released at about 6.32 p.m. “Sen. Enyinnaya Abaribe walked to freedom after five days in the DSS gulag.

“Abaribe, who was granted administrative bail, was released to his lawyers led by Chukwuma Machukwu Ume (SAN). “Speaking at the premises of the DSS facility in Abuja, Ume thanked Nigerians for standing up against the wrongs done to Nigerian democracy with the arrest of Sen. Abaribe,” he said.

"Up North" Why and how Governor of Bauchi made his acting debut in movie starring Banky W, Rahama Sadau

The Governor of Bauchi State, Mohammed Abdullahi Abubakar, has made his acting debut in the upcoming Nollywood film, "Up North."

In a series of tweets, Editi Effiong, who wrote the original story of the film, shared how and why the governor decided to support the film which was shot in Bauchi.

Wizkid Here is all you need to know about Pop star's management label, Disturbing London

Over the weekend, Wizkid took to his Twitter page to call out his management company, Disturbing London, and everyone has been asking the single question, who is Disturbing LDN?

Sometime in 2012, Wizkid signed a management deal with Disturbing London, a UK based platform. But six years down the line, all does not seem to be going well in the house that was built on friendship and African connections.

Nigeria Vs Argentina Time and place to watch Super Eagles last group game of World Cup 2018

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will take on Argentina in their last group game of the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.

Nigeria Vs Argentina

Buoyant Super Eagles head into the clash against Argentina after a 2-0 win over Iceland on Friday, June 22.

Paul Pogba, Presnel Kimpembe France stars have caught the Shaku-Shaku bug

Nigeria’s ‘Shaku Shaku’ seems to have gotten global as France stars Paul Pogba and Presnel Kimpembe were filmed doing the dance.

Shaku-Shaku is a viral dance style that has taken over the Nigerian music scene and done by taking an arm over the other while dancing in any random style.

BET Awards 2018 See complete list of winners at music event

The 2018 BET Awards held in the early hours of Monday, June 25 2018 at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California and we have all the winners.

Nigerian Pop star, Davido won the Best International Act at the Awards, beating fellow Nigerian Tiwa Savage to the plaque, while Niniola who was nominated in the Viewers Choice, Best International Act category also lost out to South Africa's Sjava.

Here is the complete list of winners.

MURIC Muslim group backs down on court action against Falz for 'This is Nigeria' video

The Muslim Rights Concern, (MURIC) have dropped its move to proceed with a lawsuit against rapper, Falz for his video, 'This is Nigeria'.

On June 5, MURIC issued a seven-day ultimatum to Falz, ordering him to take down his music video titled “This is Nigeria” and tender an apology or face legal action.

The ultimatum immediately generated a lot of reactions and criticisms from Nigerians who condemned the group. 

Did Wizkid kiss Tiwa in new viral video?

If you still think Tiwa Savage and Wizkid are just platonic friends then you'd have a rethink after watching this video as they were spotted kissing somewhere in Ghana.

In a now-viral video, the two were spotted in a club in Ghana with a number of friends partying with the two all loved up.

In the video, you can see Tiwa getting really close to the 'Star Boy' while they were vibing to Reekado Banks' song 'Like' which features Tiwa Savage, and Voila! It looks like they kissed for a few seconds. Well, the guys around them didn't look surprised maybe because the kiss was very brief or they had seen them do it before.

June 12 Obasanjo apologises to Buhari for missing MKO Abiola's award ceremony

Former president, Olusegun Obasanjo, was a notable absence from the Presidential Villa where President Muhammadu Buhari officially conferred the title of Grand Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (GCFR) on the late Chief MKO Abiola on Tuesday, June 12, 2018.

Shortly after President Buhari presented the title to Abiola's son, Kola, and apologised to the family for his death, it was announced at the investiture that Obasanjo had sent an apology for his absence.

Tiwa Savage See Singer's reaction to "Tiwa's Vibe" ban over alcohol

Tiwa Savage seems dumbfounded that her latest single, "Tiwa's Vibe" has been banned on local stations.

Even worse is the reason for which it was banned.

ALSO READ: Lil Kesh Hit Song Now Illegal

June 12 Buhari officially confers GCFR title on MKO Abiola

President Muhammadu Buhari has officially conferred the title of Grand Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (GCFR) on the late Chief MKO Abiola on Tuesday, June 12, 2018.

Abiola was the presumed winner of the June 12, 1993 presidential election which was annulled by then-military Head of State, General Ibrahim Babangida. After Abiola refused to give up his mandate, he was imprisoned in 1994 where he died in custody under suspicious circumstances on July 7, 1998, four years after his arrest.

At the investiture ceremony which took place at the Presidential Villa on Tuesday, the president presented the post-humous award to Abiola's son, Kola Abiola.

Yahoo Messenger End of an era as app that introduced Nigerians to the Internet is about to shut down

On July 17, 2018, the plug will be pulled on Yahoo Messenger.

This piece of news most likely might not cause a ripple within the instant messaging culture of younger millennials but for those older who were in the front seat of the Y2K millennium bug frenzy, this is big news.

Created in 1998, Yahoo Messenger was the coolest instant messaging client in the world. Yes, there was a time that Yahoo was the coolest company on earth believe it or not.

Linda Ikeji TV Streaming platform reaches 10K subscribers in 3 days

Linda Ikeji TV, which launched on Friday, June 8, 2018, now has 10 thousand paying subscribers.

This feat was made known by her publicist - BBB Media - in an official statement sent to Pulse on June 12, 2018.

Just like video services like Netflix and IrokoTV, LITV subscribers pay  certain amount of money to have access to the content on the platform.

Currently, the content on LITV is available to subscribers at the cost of 1000 naira for a month, 3000 naira for three months, 5500 naira for six months and 10000 for a year. 

Styling Tips Here's how to pull off the dress over jeans trend

One of the most flattering trends to come out this year is wearing a dress over jeans. The look is complete street style chic and give you the chance to use old summer maxi dresses in a stylish new way. Here's how to pull off the dress over jeans trend.

When you pair a feminine, flowing dress with edgy denim, you're striking the perfect balance between casual and elegant. It's a great transitional style that can take you from day to night with some clever accessorising and most importantly, it's comfortable whilst being effortlessly stylish. What more could a cosy fashionista want?!

Rihanna vs Cardi B Who wore this metallic Givenchy dress better?

Style icon, Rihanna turned up at the premiere for her latest movie looking like a vision in a ruffled, metallic Givenchy dress but we have seen that style somewhere before. Breakout rap star, Cardi B was spotted in a similar dress a few months ago so we must ask, who wore it better?

Rihanna attended the "Ocean's 8" New York premiere in a daring and ruffly metallic dress by luxury French design house, Givenchy. The singer chose the piece from Givenchy's fall 2018 collection and paired it with giant silver flower earrings, jewelled rings and a diamond watch.

5 separated celebrity couples who are still cool

Lilian Esoro & Ubi Franklin

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When celebrity couples split, it sometimes can get messy but other times these guys play the maturity card for everyone.

We are used to estranged celebrity couples calling each other out on social media after a failed marriage or relationship but a few of these guys surprise many by having a cordial relationship maybe because of the kids involved.

We will be looking at 5 celebrity couples who have gone their separate ways but still have a cordial relationship.

Banky W Singer thinks Chimamanda Adichie's latest comments on chivalry is ridiculous

Chimamanda Adichie comments on finding a problem with men holding doors for women has gotten a lot of people talking including music star, Banky W who thinks it is ridiculous.

According to Banky W, most men hold doors for women because they are gently and romantic unlike the insinuation being portrayed by Chimamanda Adichie.

"Chivalry is done nit because women are a weaker sex, but because some of us want to be gentlemanly and romantic. Apparently, this is not ok to her, but to me, this is just reaching. I'm sorry but this is now getting a little ridiculous. To each his/her own, I guess. Ugh," he wrote.

Alissa Ashley Get up, close and very personal with this beauty influencer

Alissa Ashley is one of the most popular beauty influencers on Youtube thanks to her imaginative tutorials. Now, she gives us a chance to get up, close and very personal with this macro tutorial.

Democracy Day June 12, MKO Abiola and the fight for Nigeria's democracy

In a move that has been described both as manipulative and a masterstroke, President Muhammadu Buhari, a former military head of state, June 6, 2018 when he announced that the presumed winner of the June 12, 1993 presidential election, Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO) Abiola, will be bestowed with the nation’s highest honour and June 12, that symbolic date, will henceforth replace May 29 as Nigeria’s Democracy Day.

Wizkid, Tiwa Savage 3 times these guys gave us a tip-off about their relationship

The idea that Tiwa Savage and Wizkid have a thing going on has had mixed reactions from fans and admirers.

Some are of the opinion that these guys are just enjoying an awesome time together as good friends while others feel this is more than your usual friendship as they might be lovers.

For us, we would love to share with you three times these guys have given us a tip-off about their relationship even though some might think this friendship has been over-flogged.

Sani Abacha 20 years after the death of the late Head of State, what is his legacy?

Today, June 8, 2018, marks the 20th anniversary of the death of General Sani Abacha. He was Nigeria's 10th Head of State.

I remember the day the clearly. I had just gotten back from school and was on the balcony because there was no power supply. My mother ran into the living room and screamed these words 'Abacha is dead'.

I saw a lot of people rejoicing on the streets that day. I too celebrated. As a matter of fact, I stepped on an iron nail but couldn't care less about tetanus. The troubler of Israel was no more.

Nigeria 1-Vs 0 Czech Republic Super Eagles lose final warm-up game ahead of 2018 World Cup

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will round up their preparation for the 2018 FIFA World Cupwith a friendly game against the Czech Republic on Wednesday, June 6.

The Super Eagles have played four friendlies games ahead of the 2018 FIFA World Cup, five if you include the 4-2 win over Argentina in November 2017.

End of 90 minutes and the Super Eagles of Nigeria have lost their final warm-up game ahead of the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.

Czech Republic scored in the first half through Tomas Halas who scored from a rebound.

Details shortly...

FORBES RELEASES 2018’S 30 UNDER 30 LIST, WIZKID, DAVIDO, FALZ, YEMI ALADE, SARKODIE, OTHERS MAKE LIST

FORBES 2018’S 30 UNDER 30 LIST

Forbes Africa releases its 2018 list celebrating individuals under 30 that are making a name in the world.

The list is divided into three; Creative, Technology and Business. Music stars such as Wizkid, Davido, Sarkodie, Nasty C, Cassper Nyovest, Falz, Yemi Alade also made the list.

BET Awards 2018 Niniola earns nomination for Viewers Choice Best International Act

Niniola has been nominated in the BET Awards 2018 Viewers Choice International Act category.

In a tweet posted by the official handle of the awards and on their website, Niniola makes a list of ten selected artistes which caps off a remarkable year since the release of her album, This is me'.

Hakeem Kae-Kazim British-Nigerian actor on making it in Hollywood, his directorial debut, importance of telling African stories

Hakeem Kae-Kazim is a British-Nigerian actor, who has enjoyed a stellar career as an actor in films and TV series such as "Hotel Rwanda," "Black Sails," "Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End," "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," "Dynasty" among others.

The actor was born in Lagos, Nigeria, where he spent his early years before his family re-located to London, England. Currently in Lagos, the actor is working on a new comedy series which would be available on DSTV.

Falz 'We have no plans to take down the video' says manager's rep over religious body's ultimatum

Falz has been issued a seven day ultimatum to take down his video for 'This is Nigeria' or face legal actions by a religious organization known as the Muslim Rights Concern (Muric).

According to The Cable, the request was made in a press release by the group's director, Ishaq Akintola.