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Mohammed Saeed al-Sahaf was the Minister of Information in the dying days of Saddam Hussein’s regime in Iraq. Nicknamed "Comical Ali" by British tabloids, al-Sahaf made a fool of himself during the Iraqi war by constantly fabricating victories of the Iraqi army, even as territory after territory fell to the American-led allied forces.

Femi Fani-Kayode and Buhari Mr. President, as one of your most loyal and faithful subjects who has nothing but the utmost respect for your person and your office, I am constrained to write you this open letter. This is because there are a number of issues that I believe that it is important for you to clarify and to come clean on. I say this because some of your assertions of late are at best contradictory and at worst patently dishonest. Whichever side of the political divide we are on I believe that we can all agree on one thing: that the prosecution of the war against terror is not something that any of us should play politics with.

The Calabar carnival which is termed to be Africa’s biggest street party, has colorful costumes and outfits on display with plenty of music, dancing and celebrations. The annual event was kicked off by the Cross River State Governor, Ben Ayade, on Sunday and this year’s carnival is the 11th edition. The carnival, which runs till December 31, has attracted many visitors and party goers, making Calabar the tourist capital of Nigeria. See more photos after the cut...

The Argentina and Barcelona forward, scored 58 goals as Barcelona enjoyed a memorable treble-winning campaign last season winning the Copa del rey, Champions league and La liga title. 'It's very nice to receive these awards, but I always say that the team makes it possible,' said Messi. 'It's been an extraordinary year.'

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has asked his political opponents to desist from fabricating lies in a bid to cause a disagreement between him and President Muhammadu Buhari. Atiku, who alleged that his political enemies were sponsoring propaganda to cause distrust, said he was not plotting against the President.

The "Final (Baba Nla)" singer Wizkid, shared the photo of his Diamond Rolex wristwatch and titled it "Frosted" on Instagram. When you’re on top of your game, it is only right you come correct with your time piece. Nice one.. SEE WATCH BELOW...

Tolu Oniru aka Toolz was a Co-host for the Olamide Live In Concert which took place last night at Eko Hotels & Suites, and looked smashing in this outfit!

Femi Fani-Kayode shares his thoughts on the current and on-going arrest of former office holders of the Goodluck Jonathan administration. The statement was first published on Linda Ikeji. Read below,

Multi award-winning singer and performer, Tiwa Savage, has opened up on her religious belief, marital stand, as well as how she preached and practiced abstinence from sex for three years.

Super Eagles striker Obafemi Martins, who is said to be worth around $35 million and also the highest ever paid player for Seattle Sounders with an annual basic salary of $1.6million, shows off his luxury rides.

The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has claimed that about $1bn (N197bn) went missing every month under former President Goodluck Jonathan.