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The artiste turned politician showed off his new-born daughter, Michelle Abolanle Akande, on his instagram page today. He welcomed the beautiful girl with his girlfriend, Sukanmi Ajala, last week.

Today, October 1, 2014 is Nigeria’s 54th Independence Anniversary Day and Google has a new doodle to celebrate with Nigerians on Google.com and Google.com.ng The Animated doodle features the three major tribes in Nigeria on the three most notable means of transportation. Nigeria gained independence on the 1st of October, 1960. This is the THIRD doodle for Nigeria’s Independence Anniversary to be released by Google since October 2010.

2014 Independence Day Broadcast by His Excellency, President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, GCFR Wednesday 1st October, 2014 Fellow Nigerians: 1.             Today marks the 54th anniversary of our country’s independence as a sovereign nation.  This is also the tenth month of our journey into a new century, having marked the centenary of our nation in January this year. 2.             The first one hundred years were marked by triumphs and tribulations, benefits and burdens, opportunities and challenges.  We made some far reaching advances in building a strong, united and prosperous nation.  We also overcame the forces of disunity that culminated in a debilitating civil war.  We have also renewed our faith in one another, and in our country. We have proven that we are truly a resilient nation. 3.       ...

For the first time, a patient in an American hospital has been diagnosed with Ebola. The unidentified man, who is being treated at a Dallas hospital, didn't show symptoms until after four or five days of arriving in the United States from Liberia. Citing privacy concerns, official are being tight-lipped about how he contracted the virus or how he's being treated. Shortly after the news broke Tuesday evening, more than 50,000 tweets about Ebola flew through Twitter in a one-hour period, many of them panicked responses. Should we be concerned? The short answer: no. FACT: You cannot get #Ebola through the air, water, or food in the U.S. Learn more → http://t.co/Cn45X01hMf pic.twitter.com/08u3hJCxTY — The White House (@WhiteHouse) September 30, 2014 Now let's get to the long answer. Could the patient's fellow passengers be infected? The patient being treated in a Dallas hospital flew from one of the Ebola hot zones -- Liberia -- to Texas. But his fel...

NEWSPAPER REVIEW, WEDNESDAY, October 01, 2014 DAILY NEWSWATCH Independence Anniversary: Mark, Tambuwal, governors canvass peace, unity; Security beefed up in Abuja, Bauchi; Senate threatens to overrule INEC on additional polling booths; APC ticket not a do or die---Buhari; Obasanjo registers for Ph.D programme; Ekiti monarchs sue for peaceful transition of government; My leadership by divine will of God---Jonathan; Three Boko Haram members jailed 25 years each; NATIONAL MIRROR Senate tells INEC to stop new polling units; …as commission threatens to punish illegal political campaigns; 2016 Census will end dispute over previous exercise—NPC; Independence: Hop, optimism about Nigeria’s greatness; ….she’s blessing to Africa continent---Tanzania envoy; Governor Aliyu gets PDP’s endorsement to contest for Senate; I’ll rescue Nigeria from misrule—Buhari; Imo Assembly probe ‘missing’ Ada-palm fund; PUNCH Fayose led thugs to beat judges, CJ tells NJC; NFF wants me ...

From left: Presidential steward, Onu Isaac Michael, Taxi driver, Imeh Usuah and traffic warden Cpl Solomon Dauda, conferred with the Member of the Order of the Niger, MON and MFR, today. Usuah was honored for returning N18million a passenger forgot in his taxi. The three of them were also given houses in Abuja.

NEWSPAPER REVIEW, TUESDAY, September 30, 2014 NATIONAL MIRROR National flag designer gets salary for life; …..as driver, traffic warden, steward receive houses; National Honours Award, a call for service---Governors; Jonathan, others mourn Galadiman Kano; Nigeria’s business environment improving—World Bank; NDIC to receive insurance cover for mortgage bank’s depositors; Bi-Courtney: Court upturns AMCON’s take-over bid; 5 feared killed, shops burnt in Abuja riot; …after motorcyclists runs over woman; Ekiti: Police arrest 9 suspects over murder; DAILY NEWSWATCH National Honours Awards: Jonathan puts National Flag designer on life salary; Decorates Jimoh Ibrahim, 312 others; Dozens killed, houses razed in fresh Adamawa Boko Haram raid; AMCON can’t take over MMA2, court rules…….Agbakoba, Babalakin in shouting match; Life returns to Ekiti after three days crisis; Court awards damages against DSS for restricting El-Rufai’s movement; NEMA donates ambulance to FRSC; ...

Doesn't she have regular clothes anymore? Her clothes these days are nice but a little over the top. She wore this leather fringed skirt and see-through black top as she arrived at the Balmain showroom today. See more photos after the cut...

Hollywood actor George Clooney and new wife Amal Alamuddin rounded off their 4-day wedding weekend by making their marriage official with a 10-minute civil service that took place today. The couple are pictured above arriving the Venice City Hall to complete formalities and sign the wedding register in front of witnesses. Though they married on Saturday night, to make the union legal under Italian law they were still required to turn up for a civil ceremony. See more photos after the cut...

10 Nigerians who went to Saudi Arabia to perform the Islamic Hajj rites have died. Chairman of the National Hajj, Mr Aliyu Tanko, confirmed their deaths but didn't reveal the causes of their deaths. A source with the group said that some of the people who died had lingering health problems before going embarking on Hajj while the harsh weather conditions affected others...

Last week, Jason Derulo and Jordin Sparks ended their engagement after three years together and there were rumours that it was because he cheated. Well, Jason denies they split over cheating… In a statement to the media Jason explains, "Though I think it is a private matter and intended to keep my break-up with Jordin personal, due to bogus and irresponsible lies being reported by insensitive media outlets it became necessary for me to comment. I spent three great years with Jordin and she is one of the most amazing people that I have ever met. But as in all relationships there are ups and downs and at this time we have decided to amicably part. Infidelity, cheating or deceit played no part in our relationship or our break-up, and I hope that people respect our privacy as we move forward with our lives."

Microsoft has launched the Xbox One in China - becoming the first major console maker to enter what could be a massively lucrative market. The first consoles were sold in Shanghai, priced at 4,299 yuan ($699, £430). Sony and Nintendo are yet to launch their respective products. In January, the Chinese government lifted a 14-year ban on consoles, made because of worries over content. However, many popular titles, such as Call of Duty, will still be banned. Only 10 games were available to buy on the Xbox One's release - but Microsoft has said 70 titles are in the pipeline. Beating its rivals to the market may give Microsoft a much-needed sales boost. Its console is currently being outsold by Sony's PlayStation 4 in all major markets. But Piers Harding-Rolls, a games analyst from IHS, told the BBC: "There's advantages and disadvantages in being first. Media caption The BBC's Martin Patience reports on Microsoft's Xbox console as it officially goes on s...

TODAY September 29, some Nigerians will be conferred with the National Honour Award by President Goodluck Jonathan at the International Conference Centre, Abuja. Among the awardees are President Jonathan’s steward, a taxi driver, a traffic warden and the Abia State governor, Chief Theodore Orji. In the recent past many have criticised the criteria for the selection of the awardees, while others believe that it is in order considering that it is a standard practice globally. Beside, it is a known fact that Nigeria is a fertile ground for undue armchair criticisms, especially when it involves the Presidency and the ruling Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. One remarkable thing about this year’s list of awardees is that it is all encompassing and qualitative given the men and women of integrity on parade. For some of the awardees, the award is long overdue, considering their track records in public service and the private sector over the years. But many believe that the award is better lat...

President Jonathan, First Lady Patience Jonathan and other top government functionaries celebrated Nigeria's 54th independence at an interdenominational service at the National Christian Center Abuja yesterday Sunday Sept. 28th. See more photos after the cut...

Rescuers have found 30 lifeless hikers near the peak of Mount Ontake, after Saturday's sudden volcanic eruption . The hikers were not breathing and their hearts had stopped, reports said. Final confirmation of death in Japan always comes via a medical examination. About 250 people were trapped on the slopes, but most have got down safely. The volcano, about 200km (125 miles) west of Tokyo, erupted suddenly on Saturday, spewing ash and rocks. Ordinarily it is a popular place to see autumn foliage. The eruption continued under clear blue skies on Sunday As the search effort intensified earlier on Sunday, officials said they were searching for 30 feared missing or buried by ash. Military helicopters plucked seven people off the mountainside earlier on Sunday, the Associated Press reports, and workers on foot were also helping others make their way down. Japan is one of the world's most seismically active nations but there have been no fatalities from volcanic eruption...

NEW TELEGRAPH Our ordeal, by Boko Haram victims; Why PDP banks on Buhari’s emergence; Politicians, biggest threat to development---Pat Utomi; Jonathan yet heal civil war wounds—Uwazurike Amaechi; Nation’s economy on threshold of growth—Bismark Rewane; Lamido, Yero, Shagari shun TAN Kano rally; Waste to electricity project on course, Lagos State Government insists; 14 die, houses destroyed in Nasarawa; Enugu 2015: Jubilation over Ugwuanyi’s emergence; 108 vehicles, 56 shops burnt in Lagos as fire guts Owode Onirin Scrap Market, Lagos; PUNCH Ikimi’s defection, final blow to APC — Jonathan; Synagogue miracles are not fake — TB Joshua; 2015: PDP begs Lamido not to join APC; Boko Haram: Russia to supply Nigeria arms; Ekiti: Assassination fears grip politicians; Political parties set aside funds for bribery — Jega; Nasarawa: Gunmen kill 20, burn 70 houses; 13 Police helicopters for Independence Day patrol; Why we opposed Jonathan’s $1bn loan —APC senators; No automat...

Remember the story about the best 1st class airline seats in the world that was published last week? (see here). The report said that Etihad Airways recently launched a new first class luxury suite named 'The Residence'. The product will be available from December 2014 on the Abu Dhabi – London route. See photos and video of the amazing product after the cut...