When Did Michael Jackson Die, What Was the Cause of His Death and Who are His Kids? - This is All You Need to Know

The life and death of one of the most sought after pop legends of all time, Michael Jackson, has been shrouded in controversy over the years. Here is all you need to know about his life.

Michael Jackson

 

Michael Jackson’s death at the age of 50 prompted an outpouring of grief across the world and sparked a controversial court battle that led to his personal physician being jailed.

 

A series of shows on Channel 5 has covered his life from emerging as a child star with the Jackson Five to transforming into a global pop sensation – with all the controversy that entailed along the way.

 

Here’s are the facts of Michael Jackson’s death, and what his daughter has said about it:

'Yahoo Boys' and Online Fraudsters Arrested in Lagos State

The Police in Lagos has finally arrested suspected online fraudsters and 'yahoo-yahoo boys' who have been duping unsuspecting victims.

The online fraudsters after they were caught

 

The operatives of Rapid Response Squad of the Lagos State Police Command has arrested four suspects who specialise in tricking sellers of expensive mobile phones pretending to be online buyers and thereafter rob the sellers at the point delivery.

Prominent Military Dog, Jony Retires After Serving 68 Years in US Department of Defence

In an official statement released by the Pentagon, the United States of America's Department of Defence, announced the retirement of a prominent military dog after 68-dog-years of distinguished service.

Police Dog

 

A U.S. Air Force dog identified as Jony, serving with the 20th Security Forces Squadron, has retired after nine years (or 68 dog years) of distinguished service, the U.S. Department of Defence has said.

 

Pentagon, in a statement, said Jony retired due to a compressed disc in his spine, and has been permanently put in the hands of its handler, Air Force Staff Sergeant Anthony Despins, a military working dog handler, who met Jony as his first canine partner in 2012.

Oh No! This Beautiful Mother of Two Has Been Kidnapped in Asaba

A pretty mother of one has gone missing after she was kidnapped by unknown gunmen from her home in Asaba, Delta State.

Mrs. Mary Salawu was abducted by kidnappers

 

The family of a mother of two identified as one Mrs Mary Salawu has solicited the help of the public in finding the woman who was kidnapped at her home in Asaba, Delta State on Thursday, March 31.

 

Members of the public are advised to provide any useful information that could lead to her rescue.

 

Please call this contact number: 08034892918.

Friday Pepper Soup: See the Massive Snake Paraded on the Street by this Young Man

A young farmer was spotted on one of the major streets in Nigeria trying to sell off a big snake which he killed on his farmland.

 

The snake in question

 

This massive snake was put up for sale by this young man on a busy road. Commuters parked their vehicles to negotiate a fair price for the animal which was tied around his body.

 

The cost of the lengthy reptile seemed experience as he has a brief difficulty in getting a suitable buyer.

 

The sight of the snake gave social media users a mouth-watering experience as they longed for the special delicacy of 'Snake Pepper Soup' which will be suitable for a Friday night experience with a cold bottle of beer or soft drinks.

 

See more photos below:

#BBNaija: 'Close Your F**king Ears and Be Deaf' - Bisola Hits Hard on Debbie-Rise

Big Brother Naija housemates Bisola and Debbie-Rise were involved in a serious argument in which Bisola was called a mad dog.

Big Brother Naija housemate, Debbie-Rise

 

It was a hot afternoon in the Big Brother Naija house as Bisola slammed Debbie-Rise telling her to shut her f**king mouth after Debbie called her a mad person.

 

Bisola in a fit of rage had told Debbie-Rise that she could talk anyhow she wants after Debbie had put it to her that she's loud and aggressive during an argument over a task given to them by Biggie.

Kenyan Millionaire, Javan Bidogo weds two friends same weekend

A Kenyan millionaire, Javan Bidogo, got married in a lavish wedding to two friends on the same weekend.

He wedded the first Elvas Kulengwa, on Saturday the 25th of March, and the second Asha Juma on the 26th of March. Both at different expensive locations and the event was strictly by invitation.

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Busted!!! $99m bank balance Zahra Buhari's husband, Ahmed Indimi flaunted years ago wasn't his...

Zahra Buhari's husband, Ahmed Indimi who is the son of billionaire oil magnate, Mohammed Indimi in August 2013, broke the internet when he posted a photo of 'his account balance' which was worth over $99 million.

Ungrateful Debtors I Picked from the Streets - Oritsefemi's Ex-Manager, Danku Strips Unclad to Blasts Rayce Over Split

Popular artiste manager, Danku has issued a stern warning to Rayce, Jebon Record and Oritsefemi following their messy separation scandal as he strips unclad. 

Rayce & Danku

 

From all indications, it seems that the fight between popular singer, Oritsefemi’s ex-manager, Yusuf Adebola Adepitan a.k.a Danku, and his former artiste, Rayce is getting messier by the day.

 

The ongoing feud reportedly started after singer, Kingsley Irase, popularly known as Rayce, reportedly quit Danku’s management company for a new label, Jebon Records, without making public what caused the end of their relationship.

Alleged Defamation: Nigerians React Bitterly to the Incarceration of Kemi Olunloyo

The continued detention of a daughter of a former Oyo State governor and blogger, Kemi Omololu Olunloyo in Port Harcourt prison over the publishing of a malicious report about a Nigerian cleric has become a subject of discussion on social media.

 

Kemi Omololu Olunloyo with security men

 

Nigerians on social media have expressed mixed reactions about the lengthy time of Kemi Omololu Olunloyo behind bars over a case of defamation of character against a South-south cleric, Pastor David Ibiyeomie.

 

The Salvation Ministries pastor based in Port Harcourt reportedly ordered the arrest of Kemi Omololu Olunloyo who accused him of adultery and embezzlement of church funds.

Revealed: How EFCC Linked Saraki, Aides to N3.5billion Paris Club Refund

The Senate President, Bukola Saraki, his Deputy Chief of Staff, and others have been linked with a multi-billion Paris Club Refund scandal, a shocking new investigative report has revealed.

 

On Sunday, Nigerians learnt of an explosive report the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission forwarded to President Muhammadu Buhari about alleged corrupt practices by the Senate President, Bukola Saraki.

I Didn't Know What Came Over Me - Man Who R*ped Daughter Confesses

A Magistrates' Court sitting in Ikeja, on Friday, arraigned an alleged s*xual offender for reportedly r*ping his own daughter.

Photo used for illustrative purpose

 

A 45-year -old man, Kunle Ajibade, who allegedly raped his own daughter, was on Friday hauled up before an Ikeja Magistrates’ Court.

 

He was, however, released on a bail of N500,000 with two sureties in like sum.

 

The accused, a driver, who resides at 3, Oyediran Close, Ayobo, a suburb of Lagos, is being tried for rape and s*xual assault.

Tragedy as Married Soldier Slaughters His Girlfriend Over a Phone Call in Plateau

A Nigerian soldier has landed in serious trouble after he brutally stabbed and slaughtered his girlfriend to death over a phone call.

*Photo used for illustrative purpose*

 

A military man, Sunday Umaru, has been dragged before a Barkin-Ladi High Court in Plateau, for allegedly killing his lover, Charity Thomas, over a phone call.

 

Umaru, a married man, was a Private in the Nigerian Army and on posting at the Special Task Force (STF), sector 7, Barkin Ladi, at the time of the incident, on Jan. 23, 2016.

 

The hearing, scheduled for March 30, could not hold following the absence of Justice Samson Gang, who was said to be attending a function elsewhere.

Commotion as Fire Guts Ebonyi Government House

Residents have been given a serious fright after the Ebonyi State government house became gutted by fire.

Illustrative Photo

 

The accounts section of the Ebonyi Government House was on Friday gutted by fire which disrupted activities within the complex.

 

Vanguard reports that no life was reported lost in the fire which started around 9 a.m.

 

Dr Kenneth Ugbala, Senior Special Assistant to Gov. David Umahi on Internal Security, told newsmen that it took the combined efforts of workers and the State Fire Service to put out the fire.

You Can Smoke Weed at Home in South Africa - Court Ruling

Weed smokers might be having a field day in South Africa following the legalization of the hard substance for adults.

 

File Photo

 

The Western Cape High Court has ruled that it is an infringement to ban the use of dagga (Weed or Cannabis) by adults in private homes.

 

According to a report by News24, the ruling allows for the possession, cultivation, and use of dagga at home for private use.

Meet the First Female SAN in Nigeria as She Celebrates Her 85th Birthday in Style

The first female Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Chief (Mrs.) Folake Solanke celebrated her 85th birthday in style in Ondo State.

The first female Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Chief (Mrs.) Folake Solanke

 

Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu Wednesday urged lawyers and judges in the country to tap from the knowledge and experience of the first female Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Chief (Mrs.) Folake Solanke, describing the octogenarian as a “bundle of gift”. She celebrated her birthday on the 29th of March, 2017.

See Face of Suspected Ritualist and Kidnapper Caught With Human Head in Bauchi

Policemen in Bauchi State have arrested a suspected ritualist and kidnapper in possession of a human head.

Kidnapper and ritualist caught with human head

Luck has ran out on a suspected ritualist and kidnapper in Bauchi state after he was caught red-handed with a human head.

BREAKING News: Ondo State High Court Sacks the 18 Local Council Chairmen in the State

Ondo State Government led by Rotimi Akeredolu, has finally dissolved the local government administrations in the state as a High Court in Akure on Friday, sacks the 18 LG Chairmen.

We Have Not Seen Buhari!!! Something Deadly Must Be Wrong With Him In His Aso Rock Bedroom – APC Cries Out

The Suspended House of Representatives former Committee on Appropriations Chairman, Abdulmumin Jibrin, has said that the nation has not seen much of President Muhamamadu Buhari, since his return from his medical vacation in the United Kingdom, UK.

Nigerians Weep As Presidency Makes U-Turn, Releases Statement On Buhari’s Next Medical Trip To London For ‘100 Days’

The Presidency, on Thursday night, said it was not in the know of any sudden change of mind by President Muhammadu Buhari, to travel back to London for another round of medical check-ups.

The reaction was prompted by Sahara Reporters’ reports, that Buhari who had upon his return from London on a medical vacation barely three weeks ago, said he would not go back for further treatment, but would rather import Doctors to treat him in Abuja.

Tears!!! Buhari No Longer Of Sound Mind, Suffers Memory Loss, As Senate Set To Dump Latest Request In The Gutters

Emerging report on Friday morning, has disclosed that one of the President Muhamamdu Buhari Ministerial nominees, from Gombe State, Suleiman Hassan, was also in March confirmed by the Senate as an Ambassador designate.

There was seemingly confusion, as Hassan, already an Ambassador-designate, having been so confirmed by the Senate earlier in March, was nominated for a Ministerial position on Wednesday, by Buhari via a letter to the Senate.

READ OUR LIPS!!! Sack Senate President Bukola Saraki Now!!! Or Nigeria Will Be Burnt To Ashes In Three Days

Stand Up for Nigeria, SUN, a group made up of over 99 Civil Society Organisations, 70 freelance Activists, and 100 Non-Governmental Organisation, NGOs, has called for the immediate removal of the Senate President, Bukola Saraki.

The group made this known in a statement signed by the National President, Sunday Attah, in Abuja, on Friday.

S. Korean Ex-President Jailed Over Corruption Allegations

South Korea's former President Park Geun-hye has been arrested and jailed over high-profile corruption allegations that already ended her tumultuous four-year rule and prompted an election to find her successor.

A convoy of vehicles, including a black sedan carrying Park, entered a detention facility near Seoul after the Seoul Central District Court granted prosecutors' request to arrest her.

Snake Who Wanted To Eat Up Porcupine, Gets Attacked Instead

 Wince-inducing footage appears to show a snake writhing in pain after being pierced with a porcupine's spike after attempting to eat it. A video captures the boa constrictor squirming as dozens of white quills protrude from its skin in Brazil.

The impaled reptile had apparently attempted to eat the porcupine but came off worse when the animal defended itself with its quills.

The snake slithers and thrashes for almost two minutes, while a man records its pain.

Things got even worse for the reptile when the filmmaker's dog bounded over and started barking at it.


The wounded snake was forced to coil around to defend itself against the canine, it was however not reported if the snake got help or not. Eyah, when your head is stronger than theirs. May this happen to our enemies o. Every enemy that wants to eat us, Amen.

Malaysians Stranded In North Korea Return Home

Nine Malaysians who were prevented from leaving North Korea have arrived home, after the two countries struck a deal to end a diplomatic row. The quarrel, over last month's killing of Kim Jong-nam in Kuala Lumpur, had resulted in both countries banning each other's citizens from leaving.

Top Maldivian Model Who Was Once Praised By The President For Her Striking Looks Commits Suicide

A model and medical student who appeared on the cover of Vogue and even received praised from the president of her native Maldives for her striking appearance has reportedly committed suicide at a dormitory hostel in Bangladesh.

Brad Pitt Emerge In LA, Looks Shockingly Thin

Brad Pitt emerged looking shockingly thin and gaunt in Los Angeles. In recent months the 53-year-old has been locking himself away in a Los Angeles art studio while nursing a broken heart following his split from Angelina Jolie.

Lady Shares Photos Of Nigerians Who Died While Trying To Reach Italy Through Sea...

A Nigerian lady who lives in Italy, Mercy Alex, has shared photos of fellow citizens who lost their lives in the search for greener pastures abroad. According to information gathered online, the Nigerians died while trying to reach Italy through the sea. May their souls rest in peace. 

Mercy Alex who posted the photos which have gone viral online wrote; After risking their lives no one live to tell the story, with tears in my eyes I pray may their soul rest in peace Amen...

#BBNaija: ThinTallTony arrives Calabar in style, see how he was welcomed

Big Brother Naija ex-housemate ThinTallTony arrived his hometown Calabar, Cross river state yesterday and was received in style by his excited fans.

More photos below.

Amputee, 3 other fraudsters impersonate Tinubu, Saraki, dupe job seekers of N20m

Some suspected fraudsters, who specialised in cloning phone numbers of ministers, politicians and aides to President Muhammadu Buhari, have been apprehended by the police.

The suspects were identified as Chief Ovie Ogogo, 47; Abdulazeez Eragbe, 40; Babatunde Oshamoto, 49; and 25-year-old Samuel Idah.

Fourteen phones with SIM cards allegedly registered with names of top government officials were reportedly recovered from the suspects.

Among those impersonated by the syndicate, according to the police, are Chief of Staff to the President, Abba Kyari; the National Security Adviser, Babagana Moguno; the Minister of State for 
Petroleum Resources, Ibeh Kachukwu; and the Minister of Finance, Mrs. Kemi Adeosun.

They were also accused of impersonating a national leader of the All Progressives Congress, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu; the Senate President, Bukola Saraki; the Minister of Transport, Rotimi Amaechi; and the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal.

DSS SEEKS BETTER COOPERATION WITH NIGERIAN BLOGGERS

WE ARE ALL STAKEHOLDERS IN NIGERIA,DSS TELLS NIGERIAN BLOGGERS

The Directorate of State Security (DSS) has urged media practitioners, especially bloggers to see themselves as stakeholders in the Nigeria project.

This was made on Wednesday by the Lagos State Director of the Agency when a delegation of Guild of Professional Bloggers of Nigeria, led by its President Chris Kehinde Nwandu (CKN) paid a courtesy visit to the State Headquarters of the Security Agency in Lagos.

 Represented by her Deputy, Mr Ahmed, the DSS asked the media to act as partners with Security Agencies in the country to rid Nigeria of criminals and undesirable elements as it is the norm in advanced countries.

Kemi Olunloyo re-arrested, Pastor Ibiyeomie to appear as witness in court

It's not really going to be an easy one for controversial journalist, Kemi Olunloyo, as she was was re-arrested yesterday even after being granted bail to the tune of N200, 000, alongside a Port Harcourt based publisher, Samuel Walson.

Gofundme refunds those who donated to #savemayowa course

Months after Mayowa died amidst controversies, which surrounded the alleged fraudulent fund raising campaign for her, Online Donation platform, GoFundMe, has started refunding those who raised over N30M for the Ovarian cancer patient course.

An Instablog9ja source, shared a screenshot of the refund notification she got from the online platform. According to message, the money will be made available in 3-7 business days.

She doesn't deserve this uniform nor the prison - Bisi Alimi reacts to Kemi Olunloyo's detention

Gay rights activist, Bisi Alimi took to his Instagram page to express his displeasure of the arrest and detention of controversial journalist, Kemi Olunloyo.

He described it as the shame of a nation. Read after the cut...

Drama as Female Herbalist Lands in EFCC Net for Defrauding Victim of N45million

A female herbalist in Oyo State who had the nerve to commit a really grievous crime, has found herself in EFCC net.

Aminat Okiribiti

 

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ibadan zonal office, Oyo State, on Thursday said a herbalist had been arrested by its operatives for falsely obtaining N45m from a victim under the pretext of offering herbal and spiritual healing.

MTN Pays N30billion in Part Settlement of FG's Fine

South African multinational company has paid huge sums of money to the Nigerian Government after being fined by the National Communications Commission, NCC.

 

 

MTN has made a payment of 30 billion Naira ($98 million) to the Nigerian government in part settlement of a 330 billion naira fine imposed on the telecoms group for not disconnecting unregistered SIM cards.

 

According to Reuters reports, an MTN source revealed on Thursday that the Africa’s largest telecoms company has already paid 80 billion naira of the total amount owed.

What Really Caused the Boko Haram Insurgency in Nigeria - Osinbajo Speaks Up

Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo, has spoken out about what the real cause of Boko Haram insurgency in Nigeria is.

Yemi Osinbajo

 

Professor Yemi Osinbajo has said corruption led to the rise of Boko Haram insurgency in Nigeria.

 

The Vice President stated this at the OECD global anti-corruption forum in France on Thursday.

 

Osinbajo said there was no way one could ignore the link between corruption and insurgency.

How a Customs Boss Slept with Me and Shattered My Heart - Port Harcourt Girl Shares Disturbing Story

The disturbing post of a Port-Harcourt based young girl about a man who took advantage of her, used and dumped her after making promises, have emerged online.

The girl telling the story (left) and the alleged man who took advantage of her (right)

 

A young female Nigerian Facebook user identofied as Kate Jame, has taken to the social networking platform to reveal how a senior official of the Nigerian Customs Service, allegedly took advantage of her, slept with her many times and dumped her.

 

Below is how she narrated her story on social media;

Table Tennis Player Slumps and Dies in Kwara State

A popular tennis player in Ilorin has left many people shocked after he slumped and died while playing at the state stadium.

The 45-year-old man died after he slumped while playing tennis

 

A dramatic incident has left many people in serious shock after a 45-year-old man identified as Timothy Abiara died after he slumped while playing table tennis in Kwara yesterday. The deceased had been playing against another at the table tennis hall of the State Stadium Complex in Ilorin when the unfortunate incident occurred suddenly.

See the Massive Pythons, Different Bushmeats Being Sold Along Kubwa Expressway in Abuja

The shocking photos of some bushmeats including massive pythons being sold at an expressway in the nations capital, Abuja, have emerged on social media.

The lucrative business

 

A social media user identified simply as Donestk, took to a popular online platform and shared the photos of bush meats, pythons and more which are being sold along the popular Kubwa expressway in the federal capital, Abuja.

 

"Hey peeps. Had an official trip today and stopped by to view what others were staring at," he captioned the photos.

 

See more photos below;

FUTO Graduate Dies Days After Making Suspicious Facebook Post

A beautiful female graduate of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri in Imo State has kicked the bucket after a suspicious Facebook post.

 

Uche Nwaokolo

 

A FUTO graduate named Uche Nwaokolo has been reported dead after making a scary Facebook post days before her demise asking God to fight for her as she holds her peace.

 

She just completed her National Youth Service Corp, NYSC after graduating from Information and Management Technology (IMT) in Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State.

Why the Senate is at War with Buhari and the Executive

The reason why the upper legislative chamber is having a serious problem with President Muhammadu Buhari and his appointees has been revealed.

President Muhammadu Buhari and Senate President Bukola Saraki

 

The Senate has revealed why it is having a strained relationship with President Muhammadu Buhari and the executive. The Senate said that the reason for the frosty relationship is because of the abuses by his aides and appointees.

UK Deports 23 Nigerians for Immigration-related Offences

The UK has deported 23 Nigerians to the country for committing immigration-related offences while in the United Kingdom.

UK deports 23 Nigerians. Above File photo of deportees from Italy

 

The Government of the United Kingdom (UK) has deported 23 Nigerians for committing immigration-related offences in the country.

 

Lagos, March 31, 2017 (NAN) The Government of the United Kingdom has deported 23 Nigerians for committing immigration-related offences in the country. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the deportees arrived at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMlA) Lagos at about 6.a.m on Friday.

See What Armed Security Men Did with Kemi Olunloyo in Port Harcourt Prison

Daughter of former governor of Oyo State and controversial blogger, Kemi Omololu Olunloyo was yesterday paraded in prison custody on handcuff under heavy security presence.

 

Kemi Omololu Olunloyo in prison

 

Another picture of Kemi Omololu Olunloyo in Port Harcourt, Rivers prison under heavy security has been published online alongside conflicting reports about her freedom.

 

According to the Punch, Kemi Olunloyo has been refused bail and remanded in Port Harcourt prison custody for the second time in two weeks.

High Demand of Foreign Currency Raises Dollar Rate, Here's the Latest Exchange Rate in Nigeria

The country's Naira which appreciated against the US Dollar and the British Pound Sterling, few days ago, has suffered a little setback as the increase of the dollar at the parallel market on Thursday resulted in the rise of the greenback currency.

 

Increasing demand for the dollar at the parallel market on Thursday resulted in the rise of the greenback currency to N380 from N370 on Wednesday in Abuja.

Reps End Tenure of Permanent Secretary Who was Given an Extension by Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari's decision to extend the tenure of a retired Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Education, Jamila Shu'ara has been revoked by the House of Representatives.

Jamila Shu’ara

 

The House of Representatives has rescinded the decision of President Muhammadu Buhari to extend the tenure of a retired Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Education, Jamila Shu’ara.

 

The house has directed that she should cease to be a civil servant with immediate effect.

See the Black-American Woman Reportedly Cured of Sickle Cell Disease

A black-American woman who has been battling with Sickle Cell Disease has reportedly been cured by doctors.

An American woman, Iesha Thomas, reportedly cured of sickle cell.

 

If you or someone you know suffers from sickle cell disease, hope is on the way. Iesha Thomas, who suffered from the disease herself, is the first person to be cured. This is huge!!!

 

Sickle cell affects 1 in every 500 African Americans in the U.S. But, the good news is, this disease might be on its way out. Fingers crossed.