Pigeon causes three-car smash after crossing road and refusing to fly away

A pigeon in Russia caused a three car smash when it landed on a busy road and refused to fly away.
The crash was captured on another car's dashboard camera - showing not only the aftermath but also the culprit.
In the moments leading up to the collision, the pigeon can be seen on the pavement, before deciding to march headfirst into two-way traffic.

Photos of Inauguration of Wole Soyinka foundation

It held at Abeokuta on Saturday October 24th and was attended by current and past governors. More photos after the cut..

Prince Adeyeye Ogunwusi has been appointed as the new Ooni of Ife

 Osun State governor Rauf Aregbesola in a press statement announced Prince Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi of the Giesi ruling house as the 51st Ooni of Ile-Ife.

Man beat up ex-girlfriend in front of his children, then left her for dead for two days

A 36 year old man, Daniel Moore beat up his ex-girlfriend till she was unconscious in front of his children then left her for dead on his couch for two days.

I remain the state governor - Wike says in state broadcast

Nyesom Wike whose election was nullified by the Rivers state petition tribunal yesterday October 24th, has addressed the state in a broadcast. He said irrespective of the tribunal's verdict, he still remains governor of the state. He reaffirmed his position to appeal the Tribunal's decision. Read the full text of his broadcast after the cut.

Cristiano Ronaldo gives young disabled fan something to be happy about

Cristiano Ronaldo made a young fan's day

Read this very inspiring Facebook post

Olorunfunmi Adebajo shared this inspiring story on Facebook on October 21 which happened to be her birthday. The post has so far shared over 150 times and garnered 1,830 Likes. It reads:

Buhari sends delegation to Adamawa and Borno over yesterday's bomb attacks

Press statement from the presidency

President Buhari has sent a powerful delegation to two states, Adamawa and Borno States to condole with their governments and people over the increased bombing activity by Boko Haram terrorists, with a strong appeal to local populations to share in the responsibility for security in their surroundings.

Obasanjo not involved in any accident- FRSC

There were reports this evening that former president Olusegun Obasanjo was involved in an accident along the Lagos-Ibadan expressway way. FRSC has released a statement discrediting the report. The statement as shared on their Facebook account above...

Tribunal judgement: Governor Wike returns to a rousing reception in Port Harcourt

The Special Assistant (Media ) to the Rivers State Governor, Mr. Simeon Nwakaudu,  says that the Rivers State Governor,  Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has declared that the ungodly political gang-up in Abuja will never compel him to abandon the mandate given to him freely by Rivers people,  stressing that the judgment of the tribunal was tantamount to a lower court overruling a superior court which is unknown to law.

Turkish fishermen rescue 18 month old Syrian baby from Aegean Sea

Turkish fishermen rescued a group of refugees including an 18-month-old child who had been floating for hours in a lifejacket, and video of the dramatic rescue has been posted online.

Photos: Military destroy more of Boko haram camps, discover tunnels dug by sect members

The Nigerian troops of 5 Brigade Nigerian Army have destroyed all Boko Haram camps and enclaves at the border towns of Kerenowa and Chikun Gudu as well as their contiguous villages in Borno State.

A statement by Colonel Sani Kukasheka Usman, the Acting Director, Army Public Relations says that during the operation which is ongoing, troops discovered and destroyed over 20 well fortified terrorist camps in the general area of Kerenowa. More photos after the cut

Nigerian Ambassador to Burkina Faso hosts the Super Eagles team to dinner

Nigerian Ambassador to Burkina Faso, Amb. G.D Bala hosted the Super Eagles to dinner yesterday in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. According to the official twitter handle of the team, the ambassador urged the players to do Nigeria proud in the football match they will play later today. See more photos after the cut...

See what white student was spotted holding during a protest in SA

A white student was spotted carrying a 'Don't tell my mum, I think she's racist' card the Feesmustfall demonstrations in South Africa recently! Well, your mum now knows what you think of her!

Photo: Unidentified Nigerian victim of hajj stampede at the hospital

Unconditional Love

There was a blind girl. She had a loving boyfriend, who was always there for her.

Moral Stories About Working Hard

George was a driver and he spent so much time at his work, that he could hardly have a meal together with his wife and three children. In the evenings he attended classes, seeking to get knowledge, that one day would help him to find a better paying job.

Wike’s removal by tribunal “deadly blow to hooliganism” – APC

Press statement from APC

Tribunal sacks Wike as Rivers governor, orders rerun

Four female suicide bombers die after a failed attempt to attack Maiduguri today

Four Female suicide bombers lost their lives in a failed attempt to bomb Dala Yazaram community in Maiduguri today. This comes barely 24 hours after 55 people were

Rivers, Akwa-Ibom Tribunal Judgments Cannot Stand - PDP

PDP has described as unacceptable and bizarre the election tribunal verdicts in both Rivers and Akwa Ibom state. The Akwa Ibom state election petition tribunal few days ago had nullified the state governorship election in 18 Local governments and ordered a rerun. PDP's reaction is contained in a statement released this afternoon by its National Publicity secretary Olisa Metuh.

Petrol price to come down - VP Osinbajo

Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo says that the government is working to reduce the price of petroleum products by encouraging and working with private refineries and reducing importation.

Flood Control: Rivers State Govt begins demolition of structures on waterways

Preparing your body for pregnancy after 30

Found this interesting article on SandraRose. Read below if it concerns you...:-)

Women were not designed to get pregnant or give birth after age 30. That’s why there are more risks involved with childbirth after age 30. The reason women in their 40s

Four women accused of witchcraft are stripped, tied up and burned by angry mob

Horrifying footage has emerged showing four women suspected of witchcraft being tortured, stripped, tied up and burned by an angry mob in Papua New Guinea.
The women were accused of sorcery after a young man fell ill in a village in Enga province in August.

Photo: A public primary school in Bauchi State

American journalist with Al Jazeera Nick Schifrin shared the photo on Instagram and wrote;

Very sad photos: Body of an immigrant child washes ashore

The immigrant baby washed ashore on Al-Garabouilli city, east of Tripoli on Wednesday. October 21. So sad! More photos after the cut...

Photos: Death toll in Yola bomb blast rises to 27

The death toll in the bomb blast that happened at a mosque in Jambutu, Yola in Adamawa state this afternoon has risen to 27. 73 others, most of whom are in critical condition,

2015 International Trade Fair Lagos - Creative Fair Exhibition

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce & Industry presents the 2015 Lagos International Trade Fair, the premiere international trade fair in West Africa. The Lagos International Trade Fair is the largest trade fair in West and Central Africa, attracting an average of 500,000 with investors from over 18 countries yearly.

Media aide to Gov Wike survives assassination attempt

Mr Opunabo Nko-Tariah, who is the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to Governor Nyesom Wike, on thursday night escaped assassination attempt on his life.
The media aide told newsmen in Port Harcourt yesterday that unknown gunmen opened fire on his vehicle at Israel Ama bridge in Asari Toru local government area and said he was still in awe at how he survived the shooting.
He said the arrays of gunshots shattered the windscreens of the car.
He narrated: