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Sloane Stephens became first woman in open era to "clinch" US Open title with a 6-0 set The 24-year-old American defeated Madison Keys in a lopsided 6-3 6-0 final to win her first Grand Slam title

McKinley Tech students, in Washington DC, were still settling into their new classes on Friday when in walked former POTUS Barack Obama. You guys don’t mind me crashing right?’ he asked, as his audience struggled to maintain composure. The former president then joined their circle and started tell them why it was important for him to meet people their age during his time in office,  Metro.UK  reports. He told them: ‘One of the things I did throughout my presidency was I’d meet with groups of young people everywhere I went, whether it was here in the United States or when I was traveling overseas. ‘Just to kind of hear from them, find out what they’re interested in, because I do believe that most of the problems we have are going to be solved by you.’ Obama later posted videos of his day out on Instagram and wrote: ‘Make us proud. You’re the next generation of leaders, and we need you.’ His spokesman Keith Schiller told The Hill that Friday’s visit was a part

Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, says the Federal government will not teleguide the judiciary on what to do or what not to do with the Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu. Recall that two weeks ago, the Federal government through the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, filed an application at the Federal High court Abuja seeking for the revocation of Kanu's bail. The Federal government drew the attention of the court to Kanu's open disregard for his bail conditions. Lai Mohammed while speaking to some editors who visited him in his office in Abuja yesterday, said the government will not in anyway dictate to the court what action to take regarding Kanu's disobedience.  ‘‘The matter is purely a judicial matter. Once a matter is in the court, it is for the court to say these condition I set for you, you have respected them or not. We would not tele-guide the court on what to do or what not to do.  

  Morata was always a thorn in the flesh of Leicester City's captain Wes Morgan, who constantly tried all his best to deny him but his hard-work later paid off, while Leicester city enjoyed a consolation goal from a Jamie Vardy penalty in the 62nd minute. Some important facts to note after this match include: -This is the first time Leicester City have lost three of their opening four top-flight fixtures since 1994-95. -Eden Hazard made his long awaited return from an ankle injury while signing, Davide Zappacosta, was brought in, to help control the ship against Leicester City. - Chelsea had not won a Premier League away fixture in September in any of the last four seasons. -Chelsea have now won their last three games in a row. -The last time Leicester City lost three of their opening four top flight fixtures, they were relegated. Kante, speaking after the match said; "It is always special to play my old team. I had an amazing year here but when I come I tr

Nollywood actress, Eniola Badmus, who turned a year older September 7, and was sent several 40th birthday wishes, has cleared the air about her age in a chat with encomium.ng. She said; “Yes, today is my birthday, and I am so happy and fulfilled about it. I give God the glory.” “I am 34 today. I thank God for all He has done in my life.” On talks about her being 40 and her lying about her age, she said: “Who said I am not 34? If I claim that, don’t you know I still have elderly ones? What age do you want them to be? PlPlsease, I have not clocked 40, I am 34. I don’t know why people are getting it wrong.”

Speaking with journalists on Friday in Kaduna, Makarfi said the anti-corruption efforts of the All Progressives Congress (APC) administration, will be fully appraised “when they leave office”.  He said: “On the issue of corruption, we will be able to assess the APC government when they leave office.  By 2019, when we take over, we are not going to be vindictive. But the truth will prevail.  “Who told you there are no series of petitions against them as they are in office right now? When they leave office, we will see what will come up. We will know whether corruption is something limited to one political party. We are not doing justice to the fight against corruption when we try to politicise it.”  “Take a look at the private sector, those the EFCC has charged to court, no politician has been tried or taken to court for anything near that. If you try to just narrow corruption to only politicians from the opposition parties, we are undermining the fight against corruption. We sho

In her new documentary, Lady Gaga shared the highs and lows of her life as a celebrity—  “It’s hard,” Gaga said, while tearing up about her chronic pain. “But it’s liberating, too.” Gaga spoke at a press conference on Friday morning at the Toronto International Film Festival. “There is an element and a very strong piece of me that believes pain is a microphone,” Gaga said. “My pain really does me no good unless I transform it into something that is.” She added: “I hope that people watching it that struggle with chronic pain know they are not alone.” She said that when she agreed to a documentary, she wanted to make sure that it would capture her in vulnerable places, too. “The most important thing in this whole process was this film didn’t come across like a big commercial for me,” Gaga said, adding that her life is far from perfect. “I think the most important thing you can be is authentic.” “My life has completely changed in the most wonderful way that I would n

Rappers  Kanye West  and  Jay Z  are most likely coming together to squash their latest feud. According to TMZ, Kanye West wants to set things straight and has already reached out to Jay-Z so they can drop their differences. Sources familiar with the beef between the former business partners said Kanye asked for a face-to-face with Jay, to hash out the beef that was ignited when Kanye went on stage last Fall and went after Jay,  Beyonce and even  Blue Ivy . One source says 'they seem to be reconciling, adding they have the classic love/hate relationship and frequently bounce back between the 2 emotions.' This comes weeks after Jay Z opened up about his beef with Kanye. According to him, Kanye West crossed a line when he called out his wife Beyonce and said she was acting like a diva and also called out Jay Z's daughter, Blue Ivy during his concert in 2016. In his words. he said: “But what really hurt me, you can’t bring my kid or my wife into it. … We

Facebook user and UNIPORT Student, Jerry Chikezie, who suffered third degree burn has recounted his amazing survival story following a ghastly motor accident, as he shared photos of his recovery. “Viewer’s discretion is adviced. I’m sorry for the gory pictures, I just can’t express my gratitude to this God; the unchanging changer, everlasting redeemer, beginning n the end, the One whose word remains forever. I am a product of grace, a walking miracle, a highly favoured son. Do u want to know if God exists? Then take a look at me. Some doctors gave me 48hrs; some 3 weeks but what do they know? I survived a ghastly motor accident with 2nd degree burns; severe head injury; carbon inhalation; multiple fractures, i was bedridden for over 4 months, underwent 3 major surgeries within 8 months, was on crutches for over a year. Let’s not even talk about the humongous hospital bill and how it was paid. The devil brought out his full arsenal but here i am today telling my story myself. Sorry for

Pa Kanu said the recent move by the Federal Government to get his son re-arrested, warning that it would spell doom for the country. Speaking with the Sun, Kanu, who doubles as the traditional ruler of Afara Ukwu Ibeku in Umuahia North Local Government area of Abia State also sent an SOS to the United Nations, alleging that the Federal Government planned to kill his son.  “Yes, of course, I’m a human being. When they talk of re-arresting him, it means they want to kill him, but God will not allow them because my son has done nothing wrong. I am using this opportunity to call on the United Nations to call the Nigerian government to order because they are planning to kill my son. My son did not do anything; government should go after those who have committed offence against Nigeria.  He said. “Why will they want to re-arrest him? Did he kill anybody? Did he flout the constitution? Some people are saying that my son, flouted the bail condition given him by a Federal High Court in Abu

In a new article titled, "Wanted: A Restructuring of Minds", Special Adviser to President Buhari on media and publicity, Femi Adesina, wondered what has become of us as a people morally. Read the interesting article below Hearing some Nigerians speak (whether based at home or in the Diaspora) you discern that they are "in the gall of bitterness and in the bondage of iniquity." They spew out things that give them away as "whited sepulchers, which indeed appear beautiful outward, but are within full of dead men's bones." What happened to grace? Where did decency disappear to? Are words not to be seasoned with salt again? What has happened to us as a people? The more rotten, the better, it seems. The fouler and odoriferous the cesspit, the more attractive, followed by applause. That seems to be the philosophy of some people today, and it doesn't matter who they are. High or low. But we cannot continue that way, if we want to be acceptable to G

A rep for the country singer, confirmed that the Hall of Fame member died after a short illness, leaving the country music world in shock.The Texas born is survived by his wife Joy Bucher and his two children, Gary Williams and Tim Williams. The death of the legendary singer who is regarded as one of the greatest and certainly most distinctive voices in country music history, comes two years after he officially retired from music. Williams' is best-known for his several hit tracks, which include:'Tulsa Time', 'Back in My Younger Days', 'You’re My Best Friend', 'Lord, I Hope This Day Is Good', and 'Some Broken Hearts Never Mend' among many others.

Pope Francis, the 266th and current Pope of the Roman Catholic Church was on Twittter motivating young people all over the world no to be afraid of the future. Dear young people, do not be afraid of the future! Dare to dream big! Keep joy alive, a sign of a young heart that has encountered the Lord. I encourage you to entrust yourselves to the Lord, who is the only one who helps and inspires us to contribute to reconciliation and peace.

Former beauty queen, Anna Banner, not only attained stardom when she won in the Most Beautiful Girl competition in Nigeria some years back, but becoming singer, Flavour’s baby mama added to her popularity. And as much as she said she never used her pregnancy to ‘hook’ the singer, Anna, in an exclusive chat with Saturday Beats, also said she was still in love with Flavour, even if he has yet to marry her after having a child for him.  “I couldn’t have purposely got pregnant because I wanted to hook a star. I was already a star too. I wasn’t looking for fame; I was even running away from fame. But I got pregnant for somebody I really loved. It wasn’t planned. It was my mistake but I wouldn’t call my child a mistake. I was careless.  But I thank God it happened with a man who I loved and who didn’t turn his back on me. “When you love someone, it is hard to fall out. You cannot fall in love today and fall out of love tomorrow. Love is strong. Before you tell somebody you love him, y

Hajia Hafiza, the third wife of the Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello took to her Facebook page to announce the birth of their son. “Alhamdullilah! Alhamdullilah! Alhamdullilah! I am overwhelmed with happiness. My heart is full of joy. It is all good news, good news and good news, within and around me. Dearly beloved! Allah has blessed me with another bouncing baby boy. We remain grateful to Him for his mercy and protection. Alhamdullilah, the baby and myself are doing very fine. Thank you for your prayers and show of love. Goodafternoon.”

A Texas woman has been crowned with the title of the world’s longest fingernails and in total they measure more than 18 feet long. The long nails belong to Ayanna Williams, a nail artist from Houston, Texas. Her nails, each of which is just under two foot long, have earned her a place in the Guinness World Records 2018 Edition. Having spent most of her adult life growing her nails, more than 23 years, she was first inspired by a friend and plans to continue growing them. According to Daily mail, She also revealed that the  most challenging thing about having extremely long fingernails, which can take up to one week to paint, is pulling up her trousers. While she’s constantly getting lots of attention for  her nails, and knows she is rather unique, her friends and family think it’s quite normal. In order to take care of her nails, Ayanna uses anti-bacterial soap and a nail brush to clean  them daily. And to help them grow, she regularly applies hardener and a thin layer of

In an interview aired during yesterday’s morning programme of the Hausa Service of the Voice of America (VOA), Atiku said he had been sidelined despite the fact that he used his contacts and resources to defeat the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in 2015. “Honestly speaking, I’m still a member of the APC; I was part of all the processes, including campaigns until success was achieved.  “But sadly, soon after the formation of government; I was side-lined, I have no any relationship with the government, I’ve not been contacted even once to comment on anything and in turn, I maintained my distance. They used our money and influence to get to where they’re but three years down the lane, this is where we are,” Atiku said.

The accord comes after a meeting, which lasted 12 hours, between the leadership of the union and a government delegation led by Adamu Adamu, minister of education.  Speaking with journalists at the end of the meeting, Biodun Ogunyemi, national president of ASUU, said the dialogue yielded “a concrete proposal”, but that the union would have to reach its members for a decision. “Now we have some concrete proposal that we will take back to our members for consideration,” he said.  Also addressing journalists, the minister of education said the demands of the union had been taken care and that it would call off its strike within a week.  Since ASUU embarked on strike on August 14, the government has held meetings with the union, which were deadlocked, until that of Thursday.  -The Cable

A hundred percent.”Now she wishes to return to the day she first had sex and never give up her virginity.  In the October issue of Elle magazine the "Wild Thoughts" Hitmaker was asked by magician David Copperfield where she would go she could disappear and reappear anywhere in the world. The star surprisingly said: 'Ten minutes before I lost my virginity…and I’m holding you to that offer. LOL.'  My first kiss was in high school, and it was the worst thing ever,” she had told Rolling Stone. “He pretty much dumped his entire saliva glands into my mouth. It traumatized me. I didn’t kiss for, like, ever.” I like to be spanked,” she continued. “Being tied up is fun. I like to keep it spontaneous.  Sometimes whips and chains can be overly planned—you gotta stop, get the whip from the drawer downstairs….I’d rather have him use his hands.” The Kiss It Better singer said the 'craziest thing' she ever tried for beauty was a corset. 'I'd do it again, th

The Bayelsa State police have arrested a 40-year-old man, Stephen Ogho-Oghene Akpata, for stabbing his wife, Oyinye Faustina Eze, to death, one month after their court wedding along the Kpansia area of Yenagoa. According to an eye witness, the suspect Osaro Akindele Okhomina, confessed that he murdered his wife, Oyinye Faustina Eze, 33, after they both had sex at their residence along the Kpansia area of Yenagoa, the State capital. According to the suspect, he became angered after he saw a text message on her phone indicating she was having an extramarital affair, he confronted her and argument ensured, then he stabbed her on the neck and on the shoulder leading to her death. The deceased was a staff of Globacom. He also confessed to have served in various detention centers in Australia.

When you seeks for  attention online at all cost! Hours after flooding Facebook with her own obituary photos, Nigerian lady, Ayanfe Bassey has revealed that she was only catching fun with the angel of death

Five nurses were suspended for opening a body bag to gawk at the size of a deceased man’s genitals. The incident took place at Denver Health Medical Center between late March and early April, but it was not reported until a month later, according hospital administrators. The Denver Police Department investigated the matter, but ultimately found that no crime has been committed and allowed hospital officials to discipline its snooping staffers internally. According to a police report, between March 31 and April 3, five nurses working at an unspecified medical unit at Denver Health observed the generously endowed male patient while he was still alive but incapacitated, and also after he passed away, as The Denver Channel first reported, citing an anonymous tipster. To satisfy their curiosity, the medical staff went so far as to open a body bag to ogle the late patient’s genitals for their size, and then talked about what they had seen among themselves, as a hospital spokesper

R&B singer KeKe Wyatt tearfully revealed that her husband Michael Ford asked her for a divorce though she's eight months pregnant and has a child battling cancer in hospital (read here). Michael, who has been married to Keke for 7 years has now spoken out. He blamed Keke for his decision, saying that he has been the best husband to her and to their son who is battling leukemia but he can no longer stand her toxic behavior. Keke's first marriage ended after she stabbed her husband/manager on Christmas day in 2001 "For over seven years I have been Keke’s husband, backbone, friend, confidant, and support system. I have loved, raised, supported, and cared for every child in our family (biological or not), including our son who is currently battling leukemia. I will continue to be that person and do all of these things, but I will not be her husband," Ford told TheJasmineBrand in an exclusive statement. He added: "I can no longer allow our children to live in a

The Royal Family posted this photo taken of Prince William and his son Prince George. The statement reads: The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are very pleased to share a photograph of The Duke and Prince George at Kensington Palace this morning. The image was taken shortly before Prince George left for his first day of school at Thomas's Battersea. Their Royal Highnesses are delighted to share this lovely picture as Prince George starts school, and would like to thank everyone for all of the kind messages they have received.

TV personality Toke Makinwa is sure having the best of her life post-divorce. She shared a photo of her beautiful home and wrote; "Peace. Tranquility. Beauty. Home is where the heart is. #Lounge #Home. Working with you @vivabelladesigns was a delight"

According to Becky; It's official. Preferably Igbo cause no energy to break cultural barriers. Must be tall. I can't deal with short guys and their complex issues...soryee. Age between 40 and 45. I don't need boys claiming to be men. Real men or get smacked down! Must be working. Have his own. No baby mama dramas cause I can't deal. No born again fakeness either. I booze now and again and dude has to booze with me. Lol. Should be a once-a-month night out. Dinning out now and again. Loves to travel. Loves to read. Loves cars. I don't need any guy with brain the size of a tennis ball cause he'll get electrocuted before he comes ten yards close. Signing off. Baba Jah noni.

  American actor, Jesse Williams and his estranged wife Aryn Drake-Lee have agreed on sharing joint-custody of their two children, with a clause from their agreement preventing their kids from meeting either's romantic' partners until the relationship has endured at least 6 months. TMZ reports that; The warring couple will share joint legal custody ... which means all decisions made regarding the health, welfare and upbringing will be made between the 2 of them. The agreement, obtained by TMZ, provides neither parent can make derogatory remarks about the other in front of the children. They also can't use the children as messengers. And, the agreement provides that neither Jesse nor Aryn "shall introduce a person with whom he or she has a romantic relationship to the children until the relationship has endured at least 6 months."  The agreement does not break down the physical custody arrangement.

You all are not ready.Osheeyyyyy!!! Posting this photo on his IG page, he wrote "I can't wait to shutdown Lagos on Saturday. My birthday bash will be so lit. Am rocking 40 inches India ?? hair, 7 different mad outfit, three different makeup ? artist,7 different shoes ?. After my dinner at intercontinental hotel we are moving straight to DNA club Victoria island where over 8 million aces of spade ♠ ? will be going down. Bobrisky magas are coming to spray that money on me. You are all invited to d club to come enjoy urself. All white party ?"

A mother in Missouri has helped out potentially hundreds of Texas children by  donating 65 pints of breast milk to Hurricane Harvey's survivors. Danielle Palmer of Owensville had an excess of bottled breast milk ready  to serve up to her son, Truett - but when she saw the devastation in Texas  she knew she had to help out other mothers. Breastfeeding is hard. Whether you're pumping or feeding or however  it may be, it's hard. And we are like momma bears. We protect one another.' It's given us the opportunity to do other things, I mean had we not been  in this situation, we wouldn’t be able to share some of our love with  the babies in Houston.' With breast feeding, stress plays a big role in your supply. If you become  stressed, your supply will drop,' Palmer said. Breast milk can last for up to six months once frozen, according to research. Now the bottles - equivalent to eight gallons, and an estimated 364 feedings -  is to be taken to Da

Instagram big boy, Hushpuppi took to his Instagram page to celebrate students of Auchi Polytechnic who named a hostel after him. He shared a photo of the hostel and wrote; "Somewhere far away in Auchi polytechnic Edo state where I've never been, some wonder students decided to name their hostel after me, I am so honored and this is just the beginning, many more to come, streets will be named after me soon. To this wonderful student I someday soon will reach out to you guys n make donations to better your living conditions in that hostel. #TeamHushpuppi#WinningTeam"

Gospel singer and Pastor, Nathaniel Bassey today weighed in on domestic violence in a message addressed to both men and women. According to him; Men who treat their wives badly don't know they lock the heavens over themselves. And if you think I'm just speaking, then go check out what Peter says about this. Personally I've found out in my own life, every time I Bless my wife, I get blessed. Husbands please love your wives. Believe me I understand our wives can be soooo "wonderful" sometimes. But you see, Grace is available. And Sisters that dishonor and talk down at their husbands, don't understand that they shut the door of Favour to themselves. Making the home unconducive for the man, and setting the stage for strangers in the home. If you doubt me, see what Proverbs says about living with a contentious woman. I know some men can be annoying as well, but with prayer, honour and trust in God, even the vilest of men can become a saint.

Rapper, Cardi B in a post shared via her Instagram page today disclosed that she gets quite emotional and sad while creating music, especially because it reminds her of the past. The former exotic dancer and reality star has previously disclosed that she became a stripper to escape poverty and domestic violence.

50-year-old Award winning actress Kimberly Elise has found love again 10 years after her first husband, Maurice Oldham, died. The actress got married in 1989 to Maurice, who fathered her two children before his death in 2007 due to "massive blood clot". Since his death, Kimberly has never been serious enough with any man to be seen in public with him - until now.  The actress' new man is a Chicago motivational speaker named Kevin

Few months ago news broke that American rapper, Kanye and his wife, Kim West decided to have another baby via surrogate. According to TMZ, the baby is due in late January and it will be a baby girl. The couple are already blessed with a girl and a boy. According to TMZ; We're told baby #3 is due at the end of January. Kim and Kanye hired a surrogate because she has a medical condition -- placenta accreta -- that became extremely serious during her second pregnancy and we're told it could become life-threatening if she tried to carry another baby to term. They paid $45k for the surrogate, who is prohibited from smoking, drinking or doing drugs during the pregnancy. Also, no hot tubs, hair dye and raw fish. According to People Magazine, a source said; “The entire family is over the moon. Kim had been looking for a surrogate for months until recently when she found the perfect candidate. Given her health scares in the past, Kim felt the need to hire a su

  Vice President Yemi Osinbajo arrived Benue state this afternoon to commiserate with the government and people of the state over the recent flood mishap that has left over 100, 000 families homeless in Makurdi, the state capital.    There have been calls by Nigerians for President Buhari or Vice President Yemi Osinbajo to visit the flood victims.  Osinbajo is expected to visit the internally displaced persons (IDPs) camp where victims of the flood are currently residing.See more photos 

Lai Mohammed, Minister of Information and Culture,  has said the Buhari Administration is working and the results are showing in the various sectors of the economy. The Minister stated this at the 4th Annual Conference of the Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria (ACSPN) in Kano on Wednesday, noting that pulling Nigeria out of recession was not by accident. "Taking Nigeria out of recession did not happen by accident. It is the culmination of months of hard work by the Administration and fidelity to its well-articulated economic policies, especially the Strategic Implementation Economic Recovery (2016) and the Growth Plan (ERGP) that was launched on 5th April, 2017," he said. Alhaji Mohammed listed some of the ''incrementally-positive steps'' that got Nigeria out of recession as including the reversal of the consistent slowdown since 20014 to a level where the GDP finally grew by 0.55% in the second quarter of 2017. Thi