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World markets dive as Trump sparks trade, North Korea worries

Global stocks sank Wednesday after US President Donald Trump said he was not satisfied with talks that are aimed at averting a trade war with China. Equities were also dented by poor eurozone economic data, and as Trump cast doubt on a planned summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. “Trump (is) continuing to drive uncertainty over global trade,” said analyst Joshua Mahony at trading firm IG. “European markets are following their Asian counterparts lower, as a pessimistic tone from Trump is compounded by downbeat economic data,” he added. Markets had surged Monday after US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and Chinese Vice Premier Liu He said they had agreed to pull back from imposing threatened tariffs on billions of dollars of goods, and continue talks on a variety of trade issues. However, Trump has declared that he was “not satisfied” with the status of the talks, fuelling worries that the world’s top two economies could still slug out an economically pain

Pope meets French cardinal accused of paedophilia cover-up.

Pope Francis met Thursday with French Cardinal Philippe Barbarin, who is awaiting trial over allegations he covered up for a paedophile priest in his diocese. It was the first time Francis has met with Barbarin, the Archbishop of Lyon, since the cardinal learned last month that he would have to appear in court in April in connection with priest Bernard Preynat’s abuse of boy scouts in the 1980s. Public prosecutors ruled last year that Barbarin did not have a case to answer but he and six other co-defendants have been directly indicted by some of Preynat’s victims. A judge ruled last month that the case could proceed. Barbarin, 66, faces a potential jail sentence if found guilty of failing to act immediately and appropriately when one of the victims reported Preynat to the Church in 2014, demanding he be sacked. But Barbarin — one of the French Church’s most prominent figures — left him in his post for several more months. The cardinal has denied any attempt to shield Pre

A Kenyan Converts Nissan Fuga Car Into A Mercedes Benz Car .

Kenya seems to be the new king when it comes to replica of cars these days. Remember the story of a Kenyan that converted a Mercedes Benz car to a Rolls Royce? well, we have another one for you again. A Kenyan motorist has taken the internet by storm by converting a Nissan Fuga into a Mercedes Benz car, but this time, he has a few challenge with changing the logos. The car was seen on a Kenyan road by a Mercedes Benz specialist who noticed that something is definitely wrong and he decided to share it online. As the popular adage says, if you can't beat them, you join them! If your money can go for Mercedes Benz, Kenya is just around the corner. We bring to you the pictures of the converted and that of the real Nissan Fuga. Before you buy any car, please shine your eyes.

Metal Fabricator In Police Net On Suspicion Of Ritual Murder

A metal fabricator in Anambra State, Ifeanyi Okpoko popularly known as Anagwanti has been arrested by the Ogidi Police on suspicion of ritual murder. Okpoko who hails from Umunnaama, Eziowelle town in Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State was accused of abducting one 16 years old boy, Chidera Ezeanya from Late Chief Francis Ekwunife's compound in Eziowelle on Sunday, October1st ,2017. He allegedly tied and hung him on a hand-crane and by the time Chidera's dead body was discovered the next day by the youths in the village, some vital organs were missing from his body. An eye witness, Chukwudi Okafor said the deceased, Chidera, was in his compound playing on that fateful afternoon with his age mates when Ifeanyi Okpoko called him, according to him, Chidera's play mates including himself, had thought that the man wanted to send him on an errand since all of them are from the same Umunnaama village. He said when they waited till night without seeing him, they we

Police inspector mobbed to death for allegedly shooting passenger.

The Police Command in Adamawa State has confirmed that a mob killed a police inspector on Thursday along the Wuro-Dole-Pariya Road in Girei Local Government area of the state. The command’s Spokesman, SP Othman Abubakar, said the incident occurred following a misunderstanding between some passengers and a routine patrol team along the road. Abubakar who did not give details of the “misunderstanding” simply said that it led to the deceased opening fire which resulted in the killing of the passenger. He said the late inspector was mobbed to death, adding that the police had recovered his corpse and gun with eight rounds of live ammunition. An eyewitness, who simply identified himself as Sadiq, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that the incident followed a disagreement over a N50 bribe. According to him, the driver of the vehicle in which the late passenger was travelling in offered a N50 bribe to the policemen but they insisted on collecting N100. He said that a passe

12 Most Popular Nigerian Music Videos On Youtube - .

Since the advent of Youtube, Nigerian artiste have utilized the platform to promote their music videos to audiences all over the world. <strong>Here are the 12 Most popular Nigerian Music Videos on Youtube</strong>. <strong>Watch the Video Here</strong>: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WjBxKJ16MkY 12. Aye by Davido - 41 million 11. Come closer by Wizkid - 42 million 10. If by Davido - 42 million 9. Oliver Twist - 43 million 8. Collabo by Psquare ft Don Jazzy - 45 million 7. Bum Bum by Timaya - 47 million 6. Do like that by Korede - 48 million 5. Mad over you by Runtown - 50 million 4. Pana by Tekno - 51 million 3. Shekini by Psquare - 53 million 2. Johny by Yemi ALade - 76 million 1. Personally by Psquare - 78 million

Gtbank Apologizes To Customers Over Network Failure .

Guaranty Trust Bank Plc has apologized to customers over their inability to access some banking channels yesterday such as mobile banking channels, ATM machines as well as transactions across the counter. The bank has sent out apology to customers while acknowledging they failed in giving satisfactory services as they normally deliver. Below is the memo as released by the bank:

Burial Of Okwy Chukwujekwu ‘Main Bossman’ In Anambra (Photos).

Late Nollywood actor, Okwudili Chukwujekwu, popularly known as ‘Main Bossman’ was laid to rest amid tears. The big-sized actor was buried today, October 5th at his hometown at Otolo Nnewi, Anambra state. The news of his death was announced on social media last month by Odira Nwobu, his colleague in the industry who uploaded a video of a lifeless Okwy Chukwujekwu being carried in the back seat of a car.

Tiwa Savage's Huge Shadow Gradually Pushing Dija Out Of Music Business [PICS.

Tiwa Savage is enjoying all the accolades she deserves what with the number of hits the Roc Nation star keeps dropping back to back. The 'All Over' singer is taking the mavin records brand all over the globe a feat even D'banj couldn't manage with the old Mo'hits. While her current steady progress to a world star has boosted her Nigerian label brand it has thrown a huge block along the part of her labelmate, Dija who has so far been struggling to keep up with the only other lady in the Supreme Mavin Dynasty. Dija came into the limelight when Don Jazzy unveiled his heroic trio and announced Mavins records plan for the future with the energetic Reekado Banks and vocal genius, Korede Bello. The first two have gone on to stamp their name in the Nigerian music industry, and have even started shooting for an international fan base, Dija, however is yet to find footing in the Nigeria music industry which has no room for a female act that can't stay in vogue. Known for

Emmanuel Somtochukwu: Meet The Young And Successful Pageant King

Emmanuel Somtochukwu, from ikeduru LGA of IMO state… Only child of Dr and Mrs S. Mbah.. Student of IMO state University Owerri, He won the Mr Teen Nigeria and also a delegate to Mr model international pageant 2017 in USA. The Young and vibrant pageant king has achieved a lot for himself and has also done some noted project during his reign as a king Some of his achievements are : Teenage personality of the year from Nigeria heritage icons Awards Most celebrated young pageant king of the year from Global ambassador Awards Male model of the year from Nigeria inspire Awards Nominee for the Emerging model of the year at the African Entertainment Legend Awards Nominee for emerging model of the year Lagos fashion awards Founder of The Emmanuel Somto foundation which he uses to reach out to the needy most especially, the Young ones finding difficulties in one way or the other. Emmanuel SOMTO will be handing over his kingship this weekend in owerri at the concord international hotels as the Mr

Kcee: ''E-money Is The Youngest Billionaire Of All Times'' .

Its official Kcee may be the Elder bro in real life, but Emoney is the one feeding him! It is No Longer News that Even though Kcee is the Older bro to Emoney, He worships him like his god Because of the money he gathers, Kcee once said he made Emoney popular, But There's no better reasons why he will serve his younger brother than his Cash, With the photo and caption he just posted 3minutes ago, the rumors that Emoney is the one feeding him, might just be true.. Proudly going below your younger bro, wasn't such a bad idea, was it? He called him the Youngest Billionaire of all times. See below!

Aishah Ahmad Appointed As New CBN Deputy Governor By Buhari .

Olalekan Adetayo, Abuja President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed Mrs. Aishah Ahmad, as Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria. According to a statement on Thursday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Femi Adesina, the President had presented Ahmad to the Senate for confirmation. Adesina said the woman would replace a former Deputy Governor, who retired early this year. “In accordance with the provisions of Section 8(1) (2) of the Central Bank of Nigeria (Establishment) Act 2007, President Buhari urged the Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, to consider the expeditious confirmation of Mrs. Ahmad, who would then resume work immediately,” the statement read. The presidential spokesman added that Buhari had written the Senate, seeking the confirmation of appointment of members of the Monetary Policy Committee of the CBN. He said the appointees were to replace four members, whose tenure expires at the end of this year. “The nominees are: Prof. Adeola Festus Adenikin

Slow pace of financial inclusion may cripple growth’.

Despite Nigeria’s targets to pursue universal financial access to all working age groups by 2020, the slow pace of the goal in the country may become a setback to projected economic growth, experts have warned. Indeed, the poverty gap, as well as inequality could soar unless drastic actions are taken to drive financial inclusion in Nigeria, the experts, who gathered at a seminar organised to mark the 10th anniversary of Accion Microfinance Bank Limited in Lagos said. The Chairman of Enhancing Financial Innovation and Access (EFInA), Modupe Ladipo, at the event titled: “Making financial inclusion a certainty in Nigeria by 2020”, said Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) must urgently raise capital requirements for microfinance banks to drive financial inclusion. She expressed worries that billions of naira, which circulate in the informal sector has negative impact on the country’s economic growth, lamenting that there are still huge number of unbanked who lack access to formal fi

Imade Adeleke And Sophia Momodu In Atlanta (Photos)

Davido’s first baby mama, Sophia Momodu and their daughter, Imade Aurora are still having their time of their life in his Atlanta home. She shared these lovely new photos as they stepped out.

NNPC, NAPIMS compel firms to fund projects in North East

The National Petroleum Investment Management Services (NAPIMS), an arm of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), has directed operators in the petroleum industry to contribute to the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) Intervention Fund for the people of the North East. A letter to the operators, exclusively obtained by The Guardian, shows that contributions will be made to a proposed “Dedicated Account,” while specific areas of infrastructure development interventions were spelt out, which should be “treated as urgent.” However, as urgent as it is meant to be, the NNPC and some of the operators were reluctant to speak on specific issues raised by The Guardian in an enquiry sent to them. Although the NAPIMS’ directive did not indicate how much the IDP Fund is, The Guardian learnt that each operator is expected to contribute at least $100 million annually to the fund. The directive is coming as a surprise to many analysts, especially as there is already a Presi

How You can have a Twin Version of YOURself in a video using your "smartphone.

[img][/img] I think the highest number of requests I have gotten is a tutorial on how I clone myself AKA how I am able to have a twin in the videos I make and even though I use Final cut pro to edit, there are times when I have no choice but to edit the videos (especially the twin video) using my smartphone. So, despite my busy week, I had to do this for you guys.

Man Impregnates Mother, Teenage Daughter .

Policemen attached to the Area G Police Command, Lagos State, have arrested a 36-year-old man, Mr Saka Akonda, for impregnating his wife’s 13-year-old daughter. The girl was discovered to have been put in the family way by her stepfather, just as his wife, who is the teenager’s mother, is also six months pregnant. Incidentally, the girl is five months pregnant. Akonda, a furniture maker, residing at Obawole, Iju, Lagos State, was arrested following a complaint filed by the girl’s paternal uncle. Yesterday, Akonda, who was dragged to Ogba Magistrates’ Court to face the music, said that he was so much in love with his stepdaughter. The accused said he was shocked that police could arrest him, even after he had settled the matter amicably with the girl’s biological father. Akonda, a father of two, admitted to have accepted responsibility for the underage girl’s pregnancy, stressing that he was willing and ready to take good care of her. He insisted that he had been doing a lot caring for

Should Nigerian Churches Be Taxed By The Government? Share Your Opinion .

Just an opinion, pls no insults abeg

Taiwo Aromokun Gives Birth To Second Set Of Twins.

Nollywood actress Taiwo Aromokun has welcomed another set of twins. The actress announced her double dose of blessing on photo sharing social networking site Instagram few minutes ago writing: I am truly blessed and highly favour, when God talk about dancing all through out this month ,I didn't know it will start very soon ,my people help me thank God ,who has made me laugh and dance for joy ,again by giving me another double Blessing of twins again ,,Abba father I am grateful ,I don't know why you love me so much ,welcome my bundle of joy, God bless both of you for me in Jesus name The pretty actress already has a set of twin boys Jade and Jamine from her ex husband whom she parted ways with  in 2016 and relocated to Nigeria from the UK afterwards. The boys turned 4 in July this year. Photos below: Her 4 year old twins The first set of twins when they turned 4 last July Double dose! Actress Taiwo Aromokun has welcomed her second set of twins (pictured) Congratulations!

Senator Andrew Uchendu Receives His Official Car From The Senate (Photos)

The Senator representing Rivers East Senatorial District, Senator Andrew I. Uchendu has received his official car from the senate. This came after he has been sworn in to the National Assembly as the substantial Senator representing Rivers East Senatorial District. last week.

Gabrielle Union’s Heartbreaking Struggle with Infertility.

Gabrielle Union has revealed she’s suffered multiple miscarriages in an attempt to have a much-longed-for baby with NBA star husband Dwyane Wade. Dealing with infertility while being in the public eye hasn’t been easy for Union, who constantly is reminded of her struggle each time she’s asked by both family and strangers alike when she’s having kids. In her new book  We’re Going to Need More Wine   the star of BET’s  Being Mary Jane  opens up about her struggles with infertility and failed IVF treatments.Particularly the emotional toll of suffering through a slew of miscarriages as well as being raped in college. &amp;lt;img class="wp-image-433214 size-full lazyload" src="https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Gabrielle-Union-and-Dwyane-Wade.jpg" alt="" width="1937" height="1800" srcset="https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Gabrielle-Union-and-Dwyane-Wade.jpg 1937w,https://guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/20

Host communities threaten to disrupt Eagles, Zambia match.

Chipolopolo our most dangerous opponent, says Rohr Barely two days to the much-awaited match between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and Chipolopolo of Zambia, youths of the two communities of Obio Etoi and Obio Ofot hosting the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo have threatened to disrupt the match unless the Akwa Ibom State government fulfilled its part of agreement reached with the people. Youths from the communities numbering about 200 with different placards alleged that despite the beautiful edifice, the communities were still unemployed, while the state government has not constructed roads into the communities as the parties agreed before the stadium was built. With the inscription as, “the stadium is beautiful but the communities are suffering,” some of them, who spoke with The Guardian stressed that after five years of failed promises, they have decided to come out to alert the government of its earlier promises to the communities. Speaking with journalists

NUT Nominates Obiano As The Best Education Friendly Governor 2017 (Pictured).

Dr. Willie Obiano of Anambra State is the best education friendly governor in Nigeria.

Photo Of Ubi Franklin's Handshake That Got Fans Talking - .

The MMMG Music Label boss shared the picture on his Instagram page. Some of his followers came for him, some were claiming he's a member of a cult group known as "Viking". See some of their comments below: