The remains of late Nollywood icon, Amaka Igwe, would be laid to rest on June 13, 2014 in her marital hometown in Imo State, her families have announced. The founder of Top Radio 99.9 FM, Lagos, died on April 28, 2014 in Enugu State during a movie shoot. The deceased would be buried on June…
Day: May 25, 2014
Inside Sambisa Forest: The Boko Haram Notorious Den
Once a game reserve renowned for its wildlife, Sambisa is now a key stronghold for Islamic insurgents, and a place of fear for the people of Borno State. A few months ago, the name Sambisa Forest meant nothing to many Nigerians. Not anymore. It has come to signify terror and home to the terrorist group…
Real Madrid Lifts 10th Champions League Trophy
Christiano Ronaldo sealed Real Madrid’s 4-1 win against arch city rivals, Atletico Madrid in the 2013/2014 season of the UEFA Champions League final played on Saturday night in Lisbon, Portugal. The Diego Simone’s side took the lead 36 minutes into the match through Diego Godin’s header. However, Sergio Ramos levelled three minutes into injury time…
QPR Gains BPL Promotion
London club, Queen Park Rangers, QPR, will play in the elite Barclays Premier League next season. The Harry Redknapp’s side lost its premier league status in the 2012/2013 season after it was relegated into the Championship. In a play-off at the Wembley Stadium on Saturday, QPR beat Derby County 1-0. Bobby Zamora scored a late…
Another Bomb Blast Rips Through Jos
The city of Jos, capital of Plateau State, was again bombed by some suspected terrorists on Saturday. The latest explosion is the third in less than a week. Barely four days ago, two bombs exploded within the pace of 30 minutes in Jos Terminus Market, a very busy area in the cold city, killing more…