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I shot this video a few days ago to share a message that is very close to my heart. I sincerely hope that my words make a difference in the life of at least one girl. We women are powerful beyond measure and stronger than we think. Please watch and share. And happy New Year once again! This post first appeared on Linda Ikeji's Blog. Read the original story here.

North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un says it is close to testing nuclear-capable long-range missiles.

A survivor of the Istanbul nightclub attack says she saw many dead people.

A deal is agreed to end President Joseph Kabila's 15-year rule in DR Congo, but he has yet to sign.

Australia has so far resettled about half of the 12,000 Syrian refugees it agreed to take last year.

After Harambe was shot in a sad incident in Cincinnati, he lived on in a million memes online. Why?

The BBC's Southern Africa correspondent looks back on nearly 12 years of reporting from the continent.

Eloise Dicker lost her late mother's treasured gold bracelet. Then a Facebook message changed everything.

War gets plenty of artistic representation - but what about the art of peace? An exhibition at the Petit Palais in Paris explores the imagery of peace-making over the centuries. For history-lovers, it is a rare chance to see the originals of scores of treaties, concordats and other diplomatic treasures preserved in the French national archives. Hugh Schofield takes a closer look.

'Many' people wounded in an attack on a nightclub in Istanbul, Turkey's NTV reports

May it be your best year yet. May there be no death in your family. May no misfortune befall you or any member of your family. You will be alive to see the end of this year 2017. This year will be a miracle-filled one for you and your family. There will be breakthrough upon breakthrough. You will receive as much as you give. God will never depart from you. Your business will not fail. It will prosper. Your home will not break, it will florish. Your children will not die, they will live to take care of you. Your parents will not die, they will live to enjoy you. No weapon fashioned against you will prosper. Your enemies will never be able to touch you. May you not fall sick. May you not be involved in an accident. May you not lose your job. May only good things happen to you! May everything you touch turn to gold. May every door you knock on open for you. May all your dreams come true. May you be blessed beyond your wildest imagination. Happy New Year guys. Have an amazing 201...

The children of US lawmaker Chris Corley scream at him to stop beating his wife in an emergency call.

Bangladeshi MP Manjurul Islam is shot dead by unknown assailants at his home.

A Chinese court jails 16 people for involvement in illegal kidney transplants, state media report.

Sigh... This post first appeared on Linda Ikeji's Blog. Read the original story here.

We are all supposed to hold hands and get along, no matter what. Some people obviously have a problem with that simple and happy arrangement. These days, and this year particularly, it was raining celebrity – fan spats. Though it gives us material to talk about here and elsewhere but, seriously, it’s probably too much for God to expect us to all just keep it like Adam and Eve before the devil introduced the bad apple. Not with the new apple of twitter and instagram still around. Celebrities like their fans, true they do. But we haven’t met any that liked asshole fans. Spats and clapbacks are now sadly a consistent Read more This post first appeared on Linda Ikeji's Blog. Read the original story here.

The photo was taken yesterday Dec. 30th. Tiwa & Teebillz are seriously working on their marriage... This post first appeared on Linda Ikeji's Blog. Read the original story here.

Venezuela frees opposition politician and ex-presidential candidate Manuel Rosales from house arrest.

South Koreans protest against impeached President, Park Geun-hye, on New Year's Eve.

Egypt begins handing over to families the bodies from May's EgyptAir crash that killed all 66 on board.

As of 1 January, French firms must tell workers how much time they can expect away from work emails.

The first of two US bald eagle chicks has hatched in Fort Myers, Florida in the US.

Uttar Pradesh's chief minister is allowed back into his party - a day after his father expelled him.

A Vermont electrical firm says malware linked to Russian hacking efforts was found on one of its laptops.

Son of legendary Fela Anikulapo Kuti, also a mega star in his own right, Seun Kuti, while contributing has urged Nigerians and particularly entertainers to support TV host, Emma Ugolee in his quest for funds for a kidney transplant. He took to his Facebook fan page to say that Emma Ugolee was a colleague whose talent should be saved.    In the same light, Koko master Dbanj demonstrated his concern for Emmanuel who has been a long time friend of his by donating the sum of N1million to the cause. He called Emmanuel a "Good man" who has always supported talent and lamented about the poor health insurance schemes in Nigeria. Emmanuel who is delighted with the show of love expressed that he is hopeful that the balance sum of N33million would be realized.  This post first appeared on Linda Ikeji's Blog. Read the original story here.

A man named Victor Ojiaku has been arrested by the Nigerian police for allegedly beating his wife mercilessly and then stabbing her in her private part with a broken bottle after accusing her of sleeping with sleeping with a teenage boy who works for him. Ojiaku, an automobile parts dealer, attacked his wife, Faith Ojiaku, 27, a mother of three at their home in White Sand, Isheri-Osun in Lagos State last week. LIB has photos of the stabbed vagina but probably not appropriate to post here Faith was kept locked up for two days by Victor, making it impossible for her to call any family member or friend for help or seeking medical attention. When she was eventually allowed to seek medical attention, she used a doctor's phone to call her sister who the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Response Team, who have since taken up the case. The man appeared at the Ejigbo Magistrates’ Court last week where he was granted bail and case postponed till end of January. He is also ...

The biggest shopping mall in Lagos; the Novare Shopping Mall has been opened in Sangotedo, along with it will come massive developments in the vicinity.  This is the more reason why you should invest in the Lekki Southern Villa Annex 1 today. Located just 2 minutes away from the Novare Mall(Shoprite) Lekki, it is one of the most promising investments in the whole of Lagos.  With a C of O as title document and very flexible payment plans…it is absolutely the best deal. Amenities to be provided in the Estate include: -           Tarred Roads -           Effective Drainage System -           24 hour surveillance equipped with CCTV Cameras -           Creche, Gardens, In-estate shopping center and many more. *Also available are our: Lekki Southern Villa Estate Phase 2- Just a minute awa...

According to Facebook user, Prince Gwamnishu Harrison, a Delta State Traffic Management Authority (DESTMA) officer, bit a motorist at NTA Junction Okpanam Road Asaba, Delta State this morning. He however did not state what led to the attack. See more photos which he shared after the cut... This post first appeared on Linda Ikeji's Blog. Read the original story here.

President Buhari yesterday said the reason he was removed from office in 1985 was because he refused to take an advice from the IMF and the World Bank to devalue the Naira and increase prices of fuel and flour. He said this when he spoke at the Nigerian Army Guards Brigade Regimental Dinner. "I refused and gave my reasons and the next thing I knew I was removed and detained for three and half years. As a civilian president I will do my best and I’m telling you all these because you are part of the leadership of this great country and God willing we will remain great”he said This post first appeared on Linda Ikeji's Blog. Read the original story here.

You are just a click away from Ali Baba's sstar studded concert featuring Mavin signed artist Reekado Banks & amp, Korede Bello alongside Harry Song, Bovi, Akproro, AY, Simi, Waje, Chidinma, Omawumi and a host of others. The star-studded event holds January 1st  2017 . Click www.urlivestream.com to watch it live by 6pm West Africa Time... This post first appeared on Linda Ikeji's Blog. Read the original story here.

The bodies of 13 people are recovered and scores remain missing after a coal mine collapse in India.

Nigerian man, Brown Affah, pretended he was arrested by the Nigerian police  to throw his girl, Effiwatt Yemi, off as he prepared to propose to her. Here is what he wrote as he shared photos from his creative proposal.  "Breaking News.....!!! Good morning Facebookers This pictures have so many stories behind it, firstly I was sure of the color of clothes she wore to work, black top and blue jeans so I called some of my single friends who are still around after ChristmasKingsley Asika, Grandeur Chef Wisdom Noble,Woka Richy and my blood Brown Victor to wear same clothes including me and partake in the action movie episode 1$2 while I'll be acting episode 1 with her, they'll join in episode 2. Cast: Police man 1 Police man 2 Police man 3 Brown Affah  - the proposer Effiwatt Yemi  - the proposee Extras: People passing by People who came to ask what happened People stopped while driving to see if they really caught a criminal. Camera man 1 Camera man 2. ...

A countdown and fireworks over Auckland's Sky Tower usher in the New Year in New Zealand.

The pre-wedding dinner of daughter of Sokoto state governor, Aminu Tambuwal, Aisha, to her husband, Muhammmad Dahiru Dikko Mangal, took place yesterday night. Guest included senate president, Bukola Saraki, Zamfara state governor, Abdula'aziz Yari, and others. See more photos after the cut... This post first appeared on Linda Ikeji's Blog. Read the original story here.

Yesterday, Yemi Alade trended on Twitter for hours after people criticized her lyrics. She responded saying people were on her case because she's female. Watch the response video after the cut... Watch her response below... This post first appeared on Linda Ikeji's Blog. Read the original story here.

Super Eagles striker Emmanuel Echiejile yesterday December 30th married his woman, Vwemo Ziregbe in Warri, Delta state. Congrats to the couple. More photos after the cut... This post first appeared on Linda Ikeji's Blog. Read the original story here.