How Osinbajo Became ‘Superstar’ Acting President

US President Donald Trump (2nd left); Acting President Yemi Osinbajo (2nd right); President of African Development Bank, Akinwumi Adesina (middle); and other dignitaries, at the sidelines, at the G7 Summit In Italy, recently.

After the dust from the ‘coordinating VP’ melee settled, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo has resumed his duties, making many prominent public appearances and unscheduled visits to a variety of unexpected places.

Sosoliso Plane Crash Survivor Gets Standing Ovation On America’s Got Talent

Sosoliso Plane Crash Survivor, Kechi Okwuchi

Sosoliso plane crash survivor, Kechi Okwuchi this week gave an emotional audition on season 12 of America’s Got Talent.

Brazil Scientists Develop Biosensor For Cheap Dengue Diagnosis

They are looking to produce a testing kit that would cost clinics and hospitals around US$30 and take about 15 minutes to analyze blood samples for a key dengue protein. Photo: Reuters

Brazilian scientists have developed a biosensor that can quickly detect dengue and could help create a cheap tool to diagnose the painful mosquito-borne virus that infects millions each year.

Nigeria Kicks Off Food Aid Programme For North-East FAQs INCLUDED

Ag President @ProfOsinbajo is in Maiduguri today to flag off the @AsoRock Food Distribution Programme. Presidency Nigeria

Nigeria's Acting President Yemi Osinbajo has gone to the north-eastern city of Maiduguri a day after a suicide attack hit the area.

UPDATE: Maiduguri Attacks: 17 Killed, 24 Injured — Police

Nigerian soldiers prepare to head off in search for Boko Haram militants outside Maiduguri in Borno State, northeast Nigeria on March 25, 2016

Police said 17 persons were killed and 24 people injured when Boko Haram insurgents staged a coordinated attack on Maiduguri, the Borno state capital, on Wednesday night.

Nigeria May Lose British Intervention In Education Development, Envoy Warns

British Prime Minister, Theresa May to sustain foreign intervention on education, tons of criticism may prevent the opportunity./ AFP Photo / Daniel LEAL-OLIVAS

The British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mr. Paul Arkwright has alerted that the British government may reduce its foreign intervention to the nation’s education sector.

NASA Picks 12 New Astronauts From Crush Of Applicants

Vice President Mike Pence poses for a group photograph with NASA's 12 new astronaut candidates, Wednesday, June 7, 2017, at NASA's Johnson Space Centre in Houston, Texas. NASA chose 12 new astronauts Wednesday from its biggest pool of applicants ever, selecting seven men and five women who could one day fly aboard the nation's next generation of spacecraft. (Bill Ingalls/NASA via AP)

NASA chose 12 new astronauts Wednesday from its biggest pool of applicants ever, hand-picking seven men and five women who could one day fly aboard the nation's next generation of spacecraft.

Diego Costa Reveals Antonio Conte Does Not Want Him At Chelsea

Chelsea striker Diego Costa

Chelsea striker Diego Costa claims Antonio Conte has told him he is not part of his plans at Chelsea.

Biafra: Igbos Cannot Fight Together, They Are Not United — Pete Edochie [VIDEO]

Nollywood actor, Pete Edochie

Veteran Nollywood actor, Pete Edochie, has noted that Igbo people cannot fight any course together because they are not united.

Britons Vote In Key Election

A Police officer arrives at a Polling Station in London on June 8, 2017, as Britain holds a general election. As polling stations across Britain open on Thursday, opinion polls show the outcome of the general election could be a lot tighter than had been predicted when Prime Minister Theresa May announced the vote six weeks ago. / AFP Photo / Justin TALLIS

Britain went to the polls on Thursday for a snap election called by Prime Minister Theresa May ahead of Brexit after a campaign shadowed by terrorism.

Witchdoctors 'Switch Tactics', Mozambique Bald Men 'Targeted For Attack'

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Police in Mozambique say witchdoctors appear to have switched tactics, targeting bald men rather than people with albinism.

Nigerian Govt. Pays 20 Whistle-blowers ₦375.8 Million

Whistle-blowers Policy

The Federal Government said on Wednesday it had released about ₦375.8 million for payment of 20 whistle-blowers who provided information that led to the recovery over ₦11.6 billion.

2-IN-1 STORY: Why Corruption Is Endemic In Nigeria — Finance Minister; Nigeria Adrift As Leader In London For Month Of Treatment

Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun

Kemi Adeosun, Nigeria’s Minister of Finance, Tuesday, said high level corruption was endemic in Nigeria because it was too easy for public funds to be looted.

How Multiple Taxation Hurts Our Businesses — Operators

Business entities multiple taxes burden

Multiple taxes being levied on various business entities is having an effect on operations, many Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) operators have complained.

Ghost Workers: EFCC Arraigns Family Members For Manipulating FG’s Payroll

EFCC Operatives

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, on Tuesday, arraigned a federal civil servant, Esther Onukaogu, for allegedly manipulating the Integrated Personnel and Payroll Information System, one of the systems through which the Federal Government pays salaries.

FIFA Sponsors 'Accelerate' China's World Cup Chances

In the space of a year, FIFA has gained three major Chinese sponsors in conglomerate Wanda, Hisense and smartphone maker Vivo, who concluded a deal just a week ago.

China's footballers may be struggling on the pitch but its companies are proving to be a big player, signing sponsorship deals with FIFA as the giant Asian nation looks to boost its chances of hosting the World Cup.

To Love, Honour And Make Healthier - Marriage May Be Good For The Heart

Bride and groom cake decorations on a wedding cake (Rui Vieira/PA)

Marriage is good for heart health, a new study suggests.

A doctor checking a patient's blood pressure (Anthony Devlin/PA)

Ignore Rumour Of Fuel Price Hike — PPPRA

Tank farm for petroleum product storage

Petroleum Products Pricing Regulatory Agency, PPPRA, yesterday, said Nigerians should ignore rumours of an impending hike in the price of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, also known as petrol.

Five Reasons Israelis Should Care About Improved Ties With Africa

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with African leaders in Liberia pm June 4, 2017. (photo credit: Kobi Gideon/GPO)

By Herb Keinon Netanyahu held a series of meetings recently with African leaders.

Stolen Funds: Osinbajo, Sagay, Falana Demand Prosecution Of Complicit Banks

Acting President Yemi Osinbajo addresses the conference: Photo Sunday Aghaeze

Acting President Yemi Osinbajo, on Monday, debunked allegations of engaging in media trial often levelled against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and other law enforcement agencies.

Anti-Corruption Groups Raise Red Flag Over Nigeria Refinery Deal

Anti-corruption activists warned the ENI deal to operate a neglected oil refinery in Nigeria may not have followed due process

Anti-corruption associations on Monday threatened to take the Nigerian government to court in connection with a contract won by Italian oil major ENI to operate a neglected oil refinery.

Real Madrid Crush Juventus To Retain Champions League

Real Madrid - 2017 Champions League Winners

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Real Madrid crushed Juventus 4-1 in Cardiff on Saturday to become the first team to retain the European Cup in the Champions League era.