Cristiano Ronaldo looks relaxed on private jet (photos)

Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo is currently enjoying the free time afforded by being dropped from the latest Portugal squad to work out some business deals. 

Nigeria’s president Buhari urged to free ailing Shiite leader Zakzaky

 Ibrahim Zakzaky

Nigeria’s government was on Thursday urged to order the release of a pro-Iranian Shiite Muslim group leader, Ibrahim Zakzaky, who has been in custody for nearly two years since clashes with soldiers.  Zakzaky, who heads the Islamic Movement of Nigeria, and his wife should be freed “on health grounds”, lawyer Femi Falana said in a letter to President Muhammadu Buhari.

2 arrested, one killed over kidnapping of four British optician in Delta state

Ian Squire

Two suspected militants who took part in the kidnapping and killing of a British optician, Dr Ian Squire, in Burutu area of Delta State, have been arrested by operatives of the Inspector General of Police Special Intelligence Response Team, IRT, while another member of the gang was killed during an exchange of gunfire.

Iwobi Hails Impressive Arsenal Despite Man City Defeat

Alex Iwobi

Super Eagles forward, Alex Iwobi, has stated that Arsenal were outstanding despite losing 3-1 to Manchester City in Sunday’s Premier League clash at the Etihad.

West Ham Sack Bilic, Moyes Set To Take Over

Slaven  Bilic

Premier League club West Ham have announced the sacking of Slaven Bilic following the club’s recent poor run.

Buhari not involved in ex pension boss’ re-instatement

Abdulrasheed Maina

An aide to President Muhammadu Buhari has come out to state that his principal wasn't involved in the reinstatement of Abdulrasheed Maina.

Saudi Arabia prince killed in helicopter crash

The prince and other officials where on a tour of development projects when the incident occurred.
Photo credit: alarabiya.net 

A Saudi Arabia prince was killed when the helicopter he was riding in with other senior government officials crashed in the southern region of the country near the Yemen border on Sunday, November 5.