LOCAL GOVERNMENT VICE-CHAIRMAN ARRESTED FOR RAPE & ROBBERY.

Ebonyi State Police are currently interrogating the vice-chairman of Ikwo Local Government Area, Mr. Sunday Ogba, who was arrested on Monday for allegedly masterminding the robbery and rape of one Mrs. Margret Elom and her two daughters.

Speaking on the arrest in Abakaliki, the State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Sylvester Igbo, said the arrest of the vice-chairman was as a result of the confessional statement made by one of the suspects, Sunday Nwaokponku, who was arrested for allegedly being involved in the act.

COURT ORDERS EFCC TO SEIZE PROPERTY OF N33BN PENSION THIEVES

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, yesterday, cleared the way for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, to freeze the illicit property of two of the prime suspects in the looting of the Police Pension fund to the tune of about N33 billion.

The two suspects to lose their property scattered in many locations in Lagos and Abuja, are Atiku Abubakar Kigo and Uzoma Cyril Attang, who are alleged to have used the stolen funds to acquire the assets.

COULD THIS BE THE END OF ROGER FEDERER?

This is the question on the lips of Tennis Lovers at the moment as Roger Federer, winner of 17 Grand-Slams lost to Robredo in the round of 16 at Flushing Meadows for the first time in a decade, surprisingly beaten 7-6 (3), 6-3, 6-4 by 19th-seeded from Spain on Monday night.

He is obviously no longer the dominant presence he once was,

NIGERIA ARMY RETIRES 10 TOP GENERALS

The Nigerian Army has retired 10 top Generals in what is termed a routine exercise. The Generals have reached terminal level.

Among those affected were the former Director of Training and Operations, Defence Headquarters, Maj.-Gen. Lawrence Ngugbane, the former Commander of Training, Doctrine and Command, Maj.-Gen. Babagana  Mungonu, and the former Chief of Research and Development, Maj.-Gen. Obinali Ariahu.

Some of them were asked to proceed on the compulsory terminal leave in June this year.

We wish them the best  after retirement.

DISASTER OF THE CENTURY - SYRIA CIVIL WAR PROMPTS BIGGEST REFUGEE CRISIS

ZATARRI REFUGEE CAMP - JORDAN

In a queue that stretches far out of sight, these desperate Syrians are just some of the hundreds of thousands fleeing the devastating civil war. The huge sea of refugees besieging a border crossing with Iraq is contributing to a growing humanitarian tragedy.

As Britain committed £348million in aid to help meet the mounting crisis, United Nations officials revealed two million refugees have fled their homeland with one person escaping across Syria’s borders every 15 seconds.

#TRANSFERDEADLINEDAY ROUND-UP

1.  BALE >>> TOTTENHAM TO REAL MADRID   >>> £85.3M

2.  OZIL >>> REAL MADRID  TO ARSENAL >>> £42.5M

3.  FELLAINI >>> EVERTON TO MANCHESTER UNITED >>> £27.5M

4.  LUKAKU >>> CHELSEA TO EVERTON >>> LOAN

5. MC-CARTHY >>> WIGAN TO EVERTON >>> £13M

6. VIVIANO >>> PALERMO TO ARSENAL >>> LOAN

7. ODEMWINGIE >>> WEST BROM TO CARDIFF >>> £2.5M

The EPL just got tougher....................

PASTOR RAPES WOMAN DURING SPIRITUAL BATH IN ABEOKUTA

A Pastor could not resist temptation as he raped a woman he had recommended needed spiritual bath. I bet "HE" needs more than just a bath to get him out of this ordeal. Maybe a spiritual incarceration will just be fine,

Read more after the cut.........

10 RICHEST ARTISTES IN AFRICA

Seven Nigerians made the list of Africa's top Ten richest artistes. Not a  surprise though.

Channel O and Forbes Africa presents the top 10 most bankable/richest artistes in Africa. This list was put together using factors such as endorsement value, popularity, show rates, Sales, awards, YouTube views, appearance in newspapers, investment, social media presense, Influence and so many other factors. The list shows the African artistes making the most money in Africa.

Check out the top10 list.

1. AKON – CEO of Konvict Music, opened doors with other African artiste

2. DON JAZZY – Producer. CEO Mavin Records, MTN, Samsung and Loyal Milk endorsement. D’Banj, Kanye West, Beyonce and Jay Z on production credits.

3. P SQUARE – Music Duo. Featured on Forbes Africa twice, sold out concerts, presidential guest in at least 5 African countries, they fly private jets…

LUTH INTERNS DISRUPTS HEALTHCARE SERVICES OVER UNPAID 7 MONTHS SALARIES

Interns at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital refused to work yesterday as they protested against the non-payment of their 7 months salary...... Haba!!!!!!. How are they expected to survive na????

Read more after the cut..................

RAPIST COLLAPSED WHEN HE WAS INFORMED OF HIS VICTIM'S HIV STATUS

A rapist in the UK got served after he was informed that the woman he raped had the HIV Virus. Perfect reward for his crime.

The rapist,Richard Thomas, 27,  who was put behind bars  faces an agonising wait to find out if he has caught HIV from his victim.

He collapsed when police informed him about the woman's medical status and is still waiting to hear if he has contracted the incurable virus. Thomas, of Leigh in Greater Manchester, knew the woman and was aware that she has another illness but had not known about the HIV. The court heard he was shocked when he was told and asked to be taken to hospital, Liverpool Crown Court heard.He had let himself into her home in the middle of the night and she awoke to find him raping her.'She froze and no words were exchanged. He pulled up his shorts and left,' said Harry Pepper, prosecuting.

BRITISH AIRWAYS PILOT ABUSED MORE THAN 100 AFRICAN CHILDREN

Former British Airways Pilot, Simon Wood committed suicide after he was granted bail for abusing a\African children in the name of carrying charity works.

Read full report after the cut.

MANDELA DISCHARGED FROM HOSPITAL

Nelson Mandela(95) has been discharged from hospital after almost three months but will continue to receive treatment at home as he is still in a critical condition.

Many South-Africans held numerous vigils praying for the apartheid hero to get well.

We wish the Great Mandiba quick recovery.

PDP CRISIS - JONATHAN MEETS WITH OBASANJO AND PDP GOVERNORS

In a swift move to avoid a total collapse of the Peoples Democratic Party, former President, Obasanjo met the all PDP Governors and Jonathan at Aso Rock.

Punch reports after the cut........................

BALE FINALLY JOINS MADRID FOR A RECORD FEE £85.3M

Gareth Bale concluded his transfer to Spanish giants, Real Madrid yesterday for a world transfer record fee of  £85.3m. The previous record was £80m Real Madrid paid for the services of Cristiano Ronaldo.

Bale will earn about £300,000 per week for the next six years. The 24-year-old joined Totttenham from southampton for £10m in 2007.  He was twice named PFA player of the year.

Congratulations to him.

See some of his best goals.

MY FAVORITE YOUTUBE VIDEO > ATTRACTION (SHADOW THEATRE GROUP) ON BRITAIN'S GOT TALENT 2013

Simply Magical...........................

SHOCKING - DEHLI BUS GANG RAPE SUSPECT JAILED FOR JUST 3 YEARS

Wonders they say shall never end. A teenager who was part of the Six evil men who raped a 23-year-old girl (who later died of injuries sustained) in India last year has been sentenced to just 3-years imprisonment.

Read more after the cut....................

JONATHAN'S POLITICAL MACHINERY DISABLED AS GOVERNORS ABANDON HIM.

These are trying times for the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria as most of the Governors in his camp all deserted him yesterday at the PDP's convention.

Amaechi, who led the walkout of a faction of the party spurred the other Governors in GEJ's camp to leave the venue disappointed as none of them bargained for the outcome of the mini-convention.

PEOPLES DEMOCRATIC PARTY CRUMBLES

The self-styled largest Political Party in Africa crashed and crumbled as earlier predicted yesterday at the party's convention. Internal war was visible before the convention hence it was no surprise when a faction of the party emerged yesterday.

The new faction is led by Baraje, Oyinlola, Amaechi and a few others...............

FACTION MEMBERS AT A PRESS CONFERENCE YESTERDAY

Read the report by PunchNG.

THE INFORMAL POPE

Pope Francis posing for a selfie

The head of the over 1.2billion catholic faithfuls is constantly showing willingness to part with tradition. 

We call him POPE toh JASI......better still SOJI POPE.....

This literally means he's informal and aware of latest trends. He is pictured above posing for a pix with some young faithfuls who will definitely cherish the picture for the rest of their lives.

PICTURES OF HALLE BERRY'S LARGE BABY BUMP

Oscar award winning mother of one, Halle Berry will be due in few weeks as she revealed her massive baby bump while shopping at Los Angeles.

The Actress who has been married thrice was without her usual companion, five-year-old Nahla Aubry, her daughter from a previous relationship with Gabriel Aubry

See more photos after the cut..............