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Whitney Houston's daughter found unresponsive, taken to hospital

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Whitney Houston's daughter found unresponsive in a tub 01:56 Bobbi Kristina Brown was found in a bathtub full of water, police say Her mother died after being found in a tub at a California hotel in 2012

B’Haram planning attacks with explosive-laden goats, camels

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Nigerians beware and be warned. On Thursday, the federal government raised the alarm that Boko Haram insurgents were planning to attack political rallies, worship centres and markets with camels, goats and donkeys laden with explosives. The government said intelligence reports indicated that the insurgents were also planning to use young men disguised as cobblers to attack Automated Teller Machines, restaurants and other places. Coordinator of the National Information Centre on the war against terrorism, Mr. Mike Omeri, at a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, said security agencies and related organisations had been alerted to take necessary steps to forestall such attacks.

Evil Genius, Babangida at it again, says all presidential candidates have his support

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After his seeming endorsement of President Goodluck Jonathan and then shortly afterwards the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Major-General Muhammadu Buhari (rtd), and promising to mobilise retired military generals to support the latter, former military president, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (rtd), on Thursday decided to be more generous with his support, saying that he endorses all 14 presidential candidates in the forthcoming election.

War Threat: FG denies Niger Delta Militants

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The Federal Government officially reacted on Thursday to the war threat by ex- Niger Delta militants, saying it was reprehensible. The condemnation came barely a day after a former Minister of Defence, Lt.Gen. Theophilus Danjuma, called for their arrest and seven days after the ex-militants made the threat at the Government House in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.

Fayose insists Buhari is sick, wants him in hospital

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Governor Ayodele Fayose of Ekiti State has advised the leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to allow the party’s presidential candidate, General Muhammadu Buhari, to seek medical care abroad. Fayose has controversially claimed that Buhari is not healthy and recently placed an advert in newspapers to that effect. The governor, who belongs to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), alleged that Buhari was to seek medical care in the US recently but the trip was cancelled because the “secret” was leaked to the media, reported online news medium, The Cable.

Sleep naked and enjoy 6 awesome health benefits

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Recent studies have shown an interesting fact, that only 10% of the people sleep naked,especially with all the benefits that come along with sleeping nude. If sleeping naked does not appeal to you yet, we will give you seven reasons that might change your mind! 1.Most of the people are wearing clothes at night to keep them warm, but wearing clothes at night prevents the hormone of growth from being released. The growth hormone repairs your body and has many more beneficial effects on the body!

QUIT THE PRESIDENTIAL RACE NOW - SHEHU SHAGARI TO BUHARI

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My brother, you have contested the Presidential elections 3 times in this country and in all these times,you have never asked me or my people at Shagari village to support your bid. It is very obvious why you can't do that. You don't have the courage after what you did to me. You truncated democracy with a dastardly coup and took away power from me.You humiliated me and made me to suffer,and you took away my opportunity to RULE Nigeria. You said you do not want democracy in Nigeria..

Are Johnny Depp and Amber Heard marrying NEXT WEEK? Actor 'to wed fiancée in intimate Bahamas ceremony'

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The Pirates Of The Caribbean star is reportedly planning a small ceremony with his future wife next weekend Wenn Set to tie the knot? Johnny Depp and Amber Heard are set to marry next weekend in an intimate Bahamas ceremony, according to reports. Aren't these celebrities a secretive bunch? The Pirates Of The Caribbean actor and his stunning fiancée - who got engaged in December 2013 after a year of dating - are reportedly planning to tie the knot on his island in the Bahamas over the weekend of February 7-8 in front of just 50 guests.

Kanye West, Justin Bieber and Sam Smith join forces for another INCREDIBLE selfie by Ellen DeGeneres

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She managed to create what has become one of the most popular selfies in history at the Oscars - and she's done it again theellenshow / instagram Amazing group She created what has to be THE most popular selfie in history at the Oscars - and now Ellen DeGeneres has done it again. The chat show host gathered the most unlikely trio together for a photo this week - and it's possibly our favourite collaboration yet. Justin Bieber, Kanye West and Sam Smith all joined her for a late birthday celebration, and it was only right she recorded the moment on camera. While Biebs is pulling his usual moody pose, Sam and Kanye look really, really happy. Yes, KANYE is smiling. She wrote: ".@KanyeWest @JustinBieber @SamSmithWorld #BirthdayShow #Backstage #Incredible." THAT selfie Sam retweeted the epic snap, and wrote: "#asyoudo," and Bieber was close behind - re-posting both Sam AND Ellen's messages. We're feeling the love. It comes after THAT Oscars selfie,

Suge Knight: Hip hop boss to surrender after hit and run tragedy that left friend dead

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Rap mogul's lawyer says he will turn himself in and will be exonerated as it was an "accident" that occurred while HE was being assaulted by two men Rex FeaturesKnight says it was an accident Hip hop boss Suge Knight is negotiating turning himself in following a horrific "accident" that left his friend Terry Carter dead, his Attorney has revealed. James Blatt, representing the former Death Row Records CEO, says he and is client are confident that once police have finished their investigations, no charges will be brought.

Perez Hilton 'to be quizzed by police when he leaves Celebrity Big Brother' after LICKING Katie Hopkins

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The celebrity blogger was warned by Big Brother after invading Katie's personal space - and according to reports, he could be quizzed by cops Channel 5Too far? Perez Hilton could face police questioning after he leaves the Celebrity Big Brother house, following his outrageous behaviour towards housemate Katie Hopkins, it has been claimed. The celebrity blogger sparked outrage when he LICKED Hopkins before asking her to perform a SEX ACT on him in scenes cut from the show, and received a warning from Big Brother over the unacceptable behavour. Despite Katie telling Perez firmly not to kiss or lick her, Big Brother points out, Perez stood very close to her and made kissing and licking actions towards her face before saying: "If you get within licking distance I will lick you."

Gombe Police Warns Politicians, Supporters Ahead Of Jonathan, Buhari Visits Next Week

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The Gombe State police Command has urged political parties in the state to caution their supporters on the need to conduct themselves in an orderly manner and avoid anything that will undermine or create unnecessary problems when the presidential candidates of both the Peoples Democratic Party and All Progressives Congress visit the state on February 2 and 3, respectively. A statement by the command’s spokesman, DSP Fwaje Atajiri, said the PDP presidential campaign train led by President Goodluck Jonathan, will make a stop at the state on February 2, while that of APC led by Muhammadu Buhari, will be in Gombe the following day, February 3.

Kim Kardashian flaunts cleavage as she cosies up to Sam Smith at his Los Angeles concert

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Kim made sure all eyes were firmly on her as she stepped out in a daring low-cut top - standard The Sam Smith fan club Kim Kardashian is never one to shy away from showing off plenty of cleavage and last night was no different. The busty reality star was joined by a big crew, which included her sisters Khloe and Kendall, Kendall's new BFF Cara Delevingne and her assistant, as they descended on a Sam Smith concert at the Forum in Los Angeles. And Kim made sure all eyes were firmly on her as she opted for a very low black top, which barely covered her ample assets.

If Jonathan loses, Nigeria will break - Tompolo insists

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Former leader of the Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta (MEND) Government Ekpemupolo (aka Tompolo) has restated the resolve of the Niger Delta warlords to make Nigeria ungovernable if President Jonathan fails to return as president in next month's general election. In a statement released by his Media Adviser, Mr Paul Bebenimibo, in Warri yesterday January 29th, Tompolo attacked Gen Theophilus Danjuma for calling for his arrest alongside Asari Dokubo and other Niger delta warlords. He said the treaty that merged the Northern and Southern protectorate of Nigeria expired last year and everyone should be grateful to President Jonathan for keeping Nigeria together. But meanwhile, the presidency has condemned this war threat from Tompolo and others..

Buhari Lied, Mambilla Power Project Already Revived By FG – Sambo •Says Jonathan Approved N30bn For Power Transmission, Distribution In Taraba

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Vice President Namadi Sambo said on Thursday the Federal Government had approved N30 billion for the transmission of power from the Kashimbila dam and onward distribution to consumers in Taraba. The vice president said this at the Peoples Democratic Party’s Presidential Campaign Rally in Jalingo, Taraba. According to Sambo, President Goodluck Jonathan will be in Taraba soon to inaugurate the multipurpose dam project expected to boost agriculture, water supply and energy across the state. “Mr President has fully funded the Kashambila Dam. Kashimbila dam is a reality; this project is on the verge of completion and Mr President will come within the next few months to commission that project.

Asari Dokubo's wife calls out OBJ, Gen. Danjuma in new Facebook post

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Shakira gives birth to second son: Singer welcomes baby boy with partner Gerard Pique

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The singer already has son Milan with her footballer beau, and announced she was pregnant with her second child last year Congrats you two! Shakira has welcomed her second son with partner Gerard Pique. The Colombian singer gave birth to her baby boy at the same clinic, Quiron Teknon Hospital in Barcelona, where she gave birth to fist son Milan two years ago. According to reports, the star had a planned cesarean and welcomed her baby boy at around 11pm last night. The newborn's name is yet to be revealed, but the couple are expected to release a statement later today.

Winners' Chapel releases official statement in defense of Bishop Oyedepo

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The church also said Oyedepo only prayed for the office of the president and not as a candidate of the forthcoming elections Bishop David Oyedepo (Winners Chapel) In the aftermath of the controversy surrounding President Jonathan's visit and David Oyedepo's alleged "gates of hell" statement, Living Faith Ministries worldwide (Winners' Chapel) has released an official statement addressing the issue. According to the released statement, the allegations against the church's founder is false and are lies being spread by mischief makers.

NCC To Sanction Network Service Providers Over Unsolicited Messages

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Nigerians have for long complained about getting unsolicited text messages from network service providers. The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), in a move to stop this has now said it would not hesitate to penalize network providers that failed to keep its regulation on unsolicited messages to subscribers. In an interview with newsmen on Wednesday, Tony Ojobo, the Director, Public Affairs, NCC, said that the commission would not support network providers to send unsolicited messages to subscribers, as it infringed on their privacy.

Sam Smith on diet to get abs like Justin Bieber after Howard Stern's fat jibe

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Singer on strict cayenne pepper diet to prepare for the next month's Grammys as he reveals he is "body conscious" Getty Sam Smith has revealed he is on a diet just days after US television star Howard Stern called him "fat and ugly." The Stay With Me singer is on a cayenne-pepper juice regime, favoured by the likes of Beyonce and J-Lo ahead of the Grammy awards next month. In an emotional interview, Sam, 22, also told how he would love to have abs like Justin Bieber.

Presidential Debate: Group Denies Leaking Questions To Jonathan

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The Nigeria Election Debate Group (NEDG), yesterday, debunked rumours that it had leaked election debate questions to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, President Goodluck Jonathan. NEDG Chairman, Shola Omole made the declaration during a press conference on the preparation of the Presidential Debates organised by the NEDG, in Abuja. According Omole, who is also the Director General of the Nigeria Television Authority (NTA), 13 political parties had indicated interest to take part in the debate.

APC Accuses Jonathan Of Supporting War Threats By Ex-militants

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file: ex-militants The All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Organisation, APCPCO, has berated President Goodluck Jonathan for allegedly identifying with former militants in the Niger Delta who threatened to cause violence should he fail at the February 14 presidential polls. In a statement by the organisation in Abuja, yesterday, it noted that Jonathan’s unholy alliance with people that served a notice of their intention to foment trouble was against the oath of allegiance he swore to when he became Nigeria’s president in 2011.

Flavour's ex-fiancee Beverly Heels turns singer, see her sexy new pics

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US-based Beverly Ukegbu popularly known as Beverly Heels was engaged to highlife singer Flavour a few years ago but Flavour has since moved on to Sandra Ukagbue with whom he has a child. Beverly has dropped the Heels from her aka and now goes by Beverly. She just released a song titled Bulletproof produced by Lacemode. See more pics and listen to the song below

68.8 Million PVCs Ready For Collection – INEC

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), yesterday, showed commitment to a smooth conduct of the February general elections, as it said all Permanent Voters Cards (PVCs) had been printed and are ready for collection. Reacting to an allegation by the Yoruba socio-political organization, Afenifere, that more than 15 million voters had not collected their cards and 14 million voters cards were yet to arrive the country, INEC, in a phone chat with Vanguard, faulted the claim and confirmed that all PVCs have been printed and are available for collection.

Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon sued by former nanny who claims 'she wasn't allowed breaks to eat or sleep'

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The former couple's nanny, who was reportedly dismissed in January last year, has now filed papers against Mariah and her estranged husband Nick Cannon seeking $100,000 in damages Getty Recording artist Mariah Carey, her husband Nick Cannon and their children Monroe Cannon (L) and Moroccan Cannon Mariah Carey is being sued by a former nanny who claims that she would work 100 hours a week. The Hero star and her now estranged husband Nick Cannon have been named in a lawsuit filed in Manhattan federal court, with Simonette Da Costa claiming that she went to work for the former couple in October and was refused any over time despite allegedly being “at their beck and call” at all hours of the day.

Danjuma Calls For The Arrest Of Tompolo, Dokubo, Others Over War Threats

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Former Defence Minister, Theophilus Yakubu Danjuma, has called for the arrest of Asari Dokubo, High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, General Boyloaf and other Niger Delta ex-militants over recent war threats. Speaking to newsmen at the permanent site of the multi-billion naira North-West University, Kano, Danjuma described the statements from the ex-militants as reckless and irresponsible. “Those were reckless statements coming from irresponsible individuals; they should be condemned and be arrested immediately”.

Kanye West slammed for using word 'spaz' in new song by multiple sclerosis charity

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The rapper, who is married to Kim Kardashian, has caused controversy once again Splash News and Pictures Kanye shows us his 'relaxed' face Kanye West has been criticised for using the word spaz during his rap on Four Five Seconds, which sees him collaborate with Rihanna and Sir Paul McCartney. The lyric is: “Then I heard you was talkin’ trash, hold be back I’m ‘bout to spaz”. Chief executive of multiple sclerosis charity Scope, Richard Hawkes, told the Sun: “Many disabled people find the word ‘spaz’ very offensive.

22,000 Graduates Have Benefited In FG’s Internship Scheme – Okonjo-Iweala

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The Minister of Finance, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Wednesday, said that 22,000 Nigerian graduates benefited from the Federal Government’s Graduate Internship Programme. In a statement issued in Abuja by her Special Assistant, Paul Nwabuikwu, the minister said the programme was meant to increase the employability of the graduates by enhancing their skills. “The scheme targets up to 50,000 unemployed graduates in the 36 states of the federation and FCT. No fewer than 22,000 graduates have so far been placed on the programme,” Okonjo-Iweala said.

David's double! Brooklyn Beckham poses in his Arsenal strip for the first time

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The 15-year-old shared a snap on Instagram where he was sat amongst his team mates in the locker room Instagram Like father like son Brooklyn Beckham obviously takes after his dad David in a number of ways. For not only is he the spitting image of his old man, but the teen has also inherited the fancy footwork that he's known for. That's why the up-and-coming soccer sensation has already landed himself a spot on Arsenal's Under-16s squad.

Photos: Queen Latifah puts her bikini body on display

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The rapper, singer and former Talk show host is currently on holiday in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil with her partner, Eboni Nichols. The two were spotted having a great time by their luxury hotel poolside yesterday. Big, beautiful and bold Queen Latifah wasn't shy to show off her bikini body. See more photos below

inc*st: Court Fixes March 5 For Trial Of Father Who Sexually Abused His 14-Year-Old Daughter

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A Federal High Court in Lagos, on Wednesday, warned it would commence trial in a case against 50-year-old Yesiru Onajobi, standing trial for alleged inc*st. Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke adjourned the case to March 5, following the absence of a counsel for Mr. Onajobi. The accused, resident at Bogije St., Ibeju, in Lekki Lagos, is standing trial on a two-count charge of alleged carnal knowledge of his 14-year old daughter. He is being prosecuted by the National Agency for the Prohibition of Traffic in Persons, NAPTIP.

26-year-old student robs, kills boyfriend she met on Badoo for cash

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In a case of social media love gone sour, a polytechnic student and her friends robbed her lover she met on Badoo. After cleaning his bank account, she killed him with the assistance of her gang and says it's all because he gave her more sex than money. Killer lover, Loretta Odikagbo and accomplice Ime Francis Moses Jnr Tribune A 26-year-old student of the Rivers State Polytechnic, Bori, Loretta Odikagbo, has killed her lover because he was having sex with her but failed to give her as much money as she wanted. According to a Tribune report , Loretta killed her victim, Charles Bankole Orisanya, an indigene of Akoko, Ondo State, whom she met on dating site Badoo, with the help of two accomplices. Late Orisanya, until his death an employee ofHalliburton Company, Trans-Amadi, Rivers State, was brutally murdered by Loretta and her gang on the 19th of September, 2014.

Cambridge University provides more details on Buhari’s WASC results

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Former Head of State, Muhammadu Buhari The University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate, UCLES, now Cambridge Assessment, has provided further details on the West African School Certificate, WASC, results presented by Muhammadu Buhari, the candidate of the All Progressives Candidate in the February 14 presidential election. In a new post on its website , the university confirmed result grades for the examination in 1961 were issued in numbers, not letters, as suggested by critics of Mr. Buhari who have dismissed the results he presented as fabricated.

Anyone Not Satisfied With My Academic Records Can Go To Court – Buhari

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The Presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), yesterday, insisted that his academic certificates were submitted to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and were duly acknowledged by the Legal Department of the commission. He therefore wondered why it remained a talking point among Nigerians. Buhari said this in Abuja, when the Peoples Democratic Movement (PDM) formally adopted him as its presidential candidate for the February presidential election.

Big Sean "Wasn't Surprised" Ex-Fiancé Naya Rivera Claimed He Stole Rolex

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While speaking about their messy breakup, the 26-year-old rapper adamantly denies stealing his former fiance's Rolex. Big Sean didn't steal anything! The 26-year-old rap star has kept fairly quiet about his split from ex-fiancé  Naya Rivera until recently when he felt obliged to address some claims the 'Glee' actress made following their breakup. Big Sean And Naya Rivera called off their engagement in April 2014

Amosun’s Campaign Organisation Accuses Opposition Parties Of Buying PVCs

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The Senator Ibikunle Amosun Campaign Organisation (SIACO) has accused opposition political parties of purchasing Permanent Voters Cards (PVCs) in a desperate attempt to manipulate the February general elections. According to SIACO, the move embarked on by the opposition parties is capable of disenfranchising the people of Ogun State during the elections. The organisation, in a statement by its Chairman, Media and Publicity Committee, Femi Sowoolu, said the purchase of the PVCs was illegal and can compromise the electoral process. It is equally a provocative act capable of undermining the freedom of choice of the voters.

Boko Haram’s Bomb Maker Arrested In Potiskum

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A man identified as Ba’na, who is suspected to be manufacturing explosives for Boko Haram has been arrested in North-East Nigeria, a senior police officer told AFP on Tuesday. The suspect, whose bombs were said to have been used in series of suicide attacks recently, was held in the Arikime area of Potiskum after several weeks of surveillance, the officer, who was involved in the Sunday arrest said.

Angelina Jolie Opens Up About "Unspeakable Brutality" She Witnessed In Iraqi Refugee Camp: "They Are Struggling To Survive"

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The 39-year-old actress recalled her harrowing visit to the Iraqi refugee camp in an emotional op-ed piece. This past weekend Angelina Jolie left Hollywood to meet some of the tens of thousands of families living in a Kurdish refugee camp in Dohuk, northern Iraq, and the 39-Year-old actress was left "speechless" after what she had witnessed. Jolie was left "speechless" by her recent visit to an Iraqi refugee camp Jolie, who is a special envoy of the U.N. High Commissioner for Refugees, recalled her traumatising journey to the Middle East in an eye-opening op-ed piece published in the  New York Times .

INEC Will Overcome All Challenges Before Elections Start – Jega

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Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Attahiru Jega, Tuesday, assured that the commission would overcome all its challenges before the commencement of the elections in February. “I want to use this opportunity to assure all of you that as we promised Nigerians, we are working assiduously to ensure that we prepare adequately and that we conduct elections that are free, fair, credible and peaceful in 2015,” he said, during his quarterly meeting with political parties at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja.

Calvin Harris Signs Three-Year Deal To Maintain Las Vegas Residency

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Under the terms of agreement in the new deal, the Scottish DJ will also work as a music consultant with Hakkasan Group. Calvin Harris will be a resident in Sin City for a little while longer! On Tuesday (Jan 27th) it was announced that the Scottish DJ has extended his Las Vegas DJ residency for another three-years with Hakkasan Group. Harris will keep his Las Vegas residency for another Three years

Taylor Swift’s responds to hacker over NUDE photo claims: "You'd love that wouldn't you!"

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The Shake It Off star hits back at alleged hacker's claims that they will release naked photos of the star Taylor Swift has responded to claims that a hacker will released naked photos of the star after allegedly hacking into her Instagram and Twitter pages. The blonde starlet woke up this morning to find that her social networking pages had been hacked, with one Twitter user claiming that they were the culprit and they will release nude photos of Taylor if they get a certain amount of money in Bit Coins. Following their taunts on Twitter before the account was shut down, Taylor tweeted: "PS any hackers saying they have 'nudes'? Psssh you'd love that wouldn't you! Have fun photoshopping cause you got NOTHING."

APC Reacts To Soludo’s Article, Says Party Does Not Promise El Dorado

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed the insinuation of a former governor of Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Professor Chukwuma Soludo, that the party was clamouring for change because it was desperate for power. Director of Policy, Research and Strategy of the APC Presidential Campaign, Dr Kayode Fayemi, who spoke on behalf of the party, noted that the party was on a rescue mission and was “determined to lead Nigeria in the direction of change that is so urgently required”.

Katie Hopkins' face was NOT impressed with Perez Hilton's return - these GIFs, pictures and videos are proof

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Celebrity Big Brother housemate Katie Hopkins is NOT happy her nemesis has returned Celebrity Big Brother housemate Katie Hopkins was throwing some serious evils in tonight's show following the return of Perez Hilton. Perez shocked housemates by reentering the house and they all claimed they knew the twist - except for Nadia Sawalha. Even before Emma Willis informed the group that Perez would be up for EVICTION every week until the end of Celebrity Big Brother, Katie looked as if she had just swallowed a small-to-large wasp.

Police Arrest 2 Fulani Men With AK-47 In Delta

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file photo Two Fulani herdsmen identified as Usman and Idih have been arrested with two AK 47 rifle magazines containing 30 rounds of live ammunition each, by a police patrol team at Aboh Division in Delta State. According to the Delta State Police Public Relation Officer, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Celestina Kalu, who disclosed the arrest on Tuesday, the suspects were on a motorcycle with registration number, NSK 136 QB, when policemen apprehended them at Setraco Junction, Ashaka/Aboh road.