Thursday, 30 April 2015
293 rescued females undergo HIV and pregnancy test
Another missing child
Remove Fuel Subsidy, Face Our Wrath - NLC, TUC Warn Buhari
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) have warned against any move by the government to remove subsidy from petroleum products.
Nigeria’s National Assembly had passed the 2015 appropriation bill without allocating any money for subsidy payment.
Speaking on Wednesday, Deputy President of the NLC and chairman of the joint May Day celebration of the NLC and TUC, Peter Adeyemi, told journalists that organised Labour believed that government had never subsidised petroleum products.
The Labour leader lamented that the bane of the sector had been corruption, pointing out that past government tried without success to address the issue.
He said: “If you are asking whether we will back the removal of fuel subsidy, the answer is no. It is not as easy as that. You know that it has been a very contentious issue over the years. We have always said that there is nothing like subsidy. It is all about corruption.
“Let me take your mind back and say that this same issue has been something that numerous government have embarked upon without an end. During the Olusegun Obasanjo’s government, this exercise was embarked upon by the government about 11 times and both the NLC and the TUC engaged the government.
“So, it is like the more you look, the less you see. For us in Labour, we are not going to support that because it is outside our mandate as leaders. We hope that the incoming government, in a desperate bid to look for money, will not look for money in the wrong place”.
http://dailypost.ng/2015/04/29/remove-fuel-subsidy-face-our-wrath-nlc-tuc-warn-buhari/
FG Sacks FAAN Director, Another Director’s Job On The Line.
The federal government has sacked the director of
finance of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria
(FAAN), Mr Tochukwu Bede Uchendu.
Uchendu was relieved of his appointment following
a petition by two leading aviation labour unions
over irregularities associated with his appointment
and unapproved waiver grants worth N1 billion,
respectively.
The Transport Services Senior Staff Association of
Nigeria (ATSSSAN) and the National Union of Air
Transport Employees (NUATE) had last week,
petitioned the head of service of the federation
calling for the sack of two directors in the FAAN –
the directors of finance and commercial.
In a letter dated April 27, 2015, which was signed
by the director of Human Resources, A. A. Tsafe, for
the Minister of Aviation, Uchendu was directed to
vacate the office until a due process initiated for his
appointment was concluded and formal letter of
appointment issued to him.
“We regretfully inform you that the letter (his
appointment letter) is hereby withdrawn pending
the conclusion of the necessary due process on the
matter,” it said.
www.dailypost.ng/2015/04/30/fg-sacks-faan-director-another-directors-job-on-the-line/
Tuesday, 28 April 2015
Hundreds of decomposed bodies found in Damasak in the wake of attacks by Boko Haram
Man rides bicycle from Kaduna to Lagos to thank Yorubas for voting Buhari-Osinbajo
Another $370m Abacha Loot Traced To Luxembourg – Swiss Ambassador
The Swiss government Monday revealed that $370 million of Nigeria’s money allegedly looted by the former Head of State, Gen. Sani Abacha has been traced to Luxembourg.
The Switzerland Ambassador, Hans Rudolf Hodel revealed this when he paid a courtesy call on the President-elect, Gen. Muhammadu Buhari at the Defence House, Abuja.
Also at the Defence House, an oil magnet, Prince Arthur Eze stated that with the coming of Buhari as president, the oil companies that had left the shores of Nigeria would come back.
Blast At Radio Station In Kogi Town Kills Many
The radio station, which broadcasts mostly in Ebira language, is known for its radical stance on political analysis of the people of Ebira land.
The blast, according to witnesses, occurred at about 7pm after sporadic gunshots that lasted for about 10 minutes were heard by residents.
FG Names Abuja Streets After Jonathan, Sambo, Atiku, 185 Others
The Federal Capital Territory Minister, Senator Bala Mohammed, who disclosed this during the FCT Executive Committee meeting held at his Life Camp, Gwarinpa official Residence, on Monday, reeled out the names of the honorees as President Goodluck Jonathan, Vice President Namadi Sambo, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former Senate President, late Dr. Chuba Okadigbo, former Speaker of House of Representatives and Katsina State Governor-elect, Hon. Aminu Bello Masari, former Chief Justice of the Federation, Justice Dahiru Musdapha, Business moguls, Femi Otedola, Aliko Dangote and several others.
WAEC Seized My English Result Twice - Patrick Obahiagbon
Honourable Patrick Obahiagbon on an interview with Punch Newspaper..
Punch - Did you write exams in school in these big words?
Hourable- I used such words very-very freely in my exams both at the
secondary school and in my university and little wonder I had
the misfortune of my English results being seized intermittently in my O’ Levels.
WAEC released my results for the other subjects and withheld my English result. This happened for
about three years.
Beautiful Photos Of Tuface Idibia's 9 Year Old First Daughter, Ehi Idibia
Monday, 27 April 2015
Ondo Deputy-Gov Ali Olanusi Impeached
http://dailypost.ng/2015/04/27/breaking-ondo-assembly-impeaches-deputy-governor/
Fulani Gunmen Kill 30 In Benue, Nasarawa
The PUNCH gathered that the villages attacked in Guma LGA are Tse-Uosu, Tse-Gbudu Taraka and Branch Umenger in Mbadwem council.
In Keana, the invaders attacked Iornungun while in Kwande, the gunmen invaded Jato/Aka and environs just as many residents of Mbatie, Mbatsease and Mbaatungu Aji, all in Buruku LGA, were displaced by the armed herdsmen.
Photos Of Man Trekking From Yola To Abuja In Honour Of Buhari
Sunday, 26 April 2015
EDEN HAZARD WINS EPL PLAYER OF THE YEAR!
Huge congratulations to @ChelseaFC’s @hazardeden10 - named the PFA Player’s Player of the Year! #PFAawards
I Will Probe Sanusi’s Allegation Of Missing $20bn – Says Buhari
Buhari said this while receiving a delegation of party supporters and newly elected officials on the platform of the All Progressives Congress from Adamawa State at his campaign office in Abuja.
The President-Elect, who spoke in the local Hausa language, expressed surprise that instead of probing the allegations by the former CBN governor, the authorities chose to fire him.
South Africa Shuns Jonathan, Says "We Will Discuss With Buhari Next Month"
Recalling that it did not take a similar action when many of its citizens where trapped during the collapse of a guest house at the Synagogue Church of All Nations in Lagos, it described the reaction of the Nigerian government as “unfortunate and regrettable”.
“The South African government takes note that the outgoing government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria has recalled its acting high commissioner to South Africa,” read a statement issued by Clayson Monyela, spokesperson of the department of international relations and cooperation.
Another Buhari Supporter Set To Trek From Yola To Abuja
Another Buhari supporter is about to trek again. Abubakar Duduwale who hails from Yola, Adamawa State, says his trekking is to express his joy that General Buhari won the just held presidential election and he would also like to witness the inauguration ceremony on May 29th, hence his trekking exercise.
Duduwale who took off about 6.30am this morning said this to news men; “The reason why I am trekking from Yola to Abuja is to express my joy and solidarity with President-elect Muhammadu Buhari. I want to trek from Yola to Abuja to witness the inauguration ceremony of President-elect,” Duduwale said.
It will also be recalled that another Nigerian, Suleiman Hashimu had just successfully trekked from Lagos to Abuja to fulfil the promise he made that if the General wins, he will trek from Lagos to Abuja. He was also privileged to meet the president-elect this week.
Photos : Jude Okoye And Wife Dedicate Their Daughter
Emma today April 26th. The couple welcomed their
daughter in November 2014. See More Photos after the cut...
Many Feared Dead After Boko Haram Attacks Niger Army
"At dawn on April 25, fighters from the terrorist group Boko Haram riding motorised canoes attacked the island of Karamga, a position northwest of of the town of Bosso held by our defence and security forces," the ministry of defence said.
"Operations are ongoing with the support of partners to counter the ambitions of this terrorist group," the ministry added in a statement broadcast on television.
Cute Photos Of Mercy Johnson & Hubby At Son's Dedication
Pastor Chris Oyakilome Rocks Festival Attire At The Loveworld Festivals
Pastor Chris oyakhilome rocked a festival attire to the love world festival of music and arts in Johannesburg
Saturday, 25 April 2015
Nigerian woman arrested for stabbing her husband to death in the US
The woman accused her husband of constant abuse and claimed he cheated on her with several women including her sister and their nanny's daughter.
2000 Boko Haram members storm Marte in Borno, capture town
Marte town in Borno state has reportedly been captured by Boko Haram members after about 2,000 of them stormed the town on Thursday April 23rd and engaged Nigerian troops in a gun battle, forcing the troops to flee the town.
A resident of the village, Imamu Habib, narrating what happened said;
Xenophobia: South African minister denied visa to enter Israel
Aljazeera reports
The government of South Africa has expressed outrage after Israel's decision to deny a visa to Higher Education Minister Blade Nzimande. Clayson Monyela, Deputy Director General of Department of International Relations and Cooperation, told Al Jazeera on Thursday the Israeli government needed to offer a reason for the snubbing.
African leaders happy over Jonathan’s defeat - Obasanjo
Friday, 24 April 2015
(Graphic Photo) Kidnapper Shot Dead while Picking N3m Ransom in Lagos
A suspected kidnapper, Niyi Omosola,(pictured after the cut) has been shot dead by the police in the Epe area of Lagos.
PUNCH Metro learnt that Omosola was shot dead during a rescue operation by the police to free a victim, identified simply as Kudirat. It was gathered that Omosola, while collecting the ransom, sighted the police and decided to escape on a motorcycle when the operatives fired him.
Omosola, who hailed from Ondo State, allegedly led a gang which kidnapped the woman in the
Elemoro, Ajah area.
Parents of missing Chibok girls accuse Vice Principal of being involved in their kidnap
According to a report on Sahara Reporters, the parents claimed that the role of the vice principal Yerima Banjiri was questionable. They leveled the allegations while speaking to a SR correspondent
One of the abducted girls mother, Mariam Abubakar, said the Vice Principal had told the school girls that any one of them who failed to sleep in the school the night of the abduction would be expelled
WOW! See How a Hairstylist Transformed an almost Bald Lady's Hair
Isn't this Amazing?
Xenophobia: Malawians boycott all South African owned businesses
Robber Set Ablaze In Attempt To Molest Housewife
A suspected member of a robbery gang terrorizing residents of 7UP area of Ogbor Hill, Aba, Abia State has been set ablaze.
Vanguard gathered that the robbers numbering about 12 were raiding an apartment in the area when a nmember of the gang attempted To Molest a woman but was resisted by her husband.
However, luck ran out on him when neigbours raised the alarm which attracted the attention of others who came to the rescue of the couple while the gang fled leaving behind the randy member.
APC Manifesto Not Quran Or Bible, It Can Change -Buhari
The President-elect Gen. Muhammadu Buhari disclosed that the promises that the All Progressives Congress, APC, made during the nationwide presidential campaign which were contained in the Party’s manifesto were not words from the Quran or Bible, adding that the pledges are subject to change.
Buhari who stated this during an interactive session with journalists on Television Continental, TVC reiterated that the party’s manifestos were subject to modification.
Thursday, 23 April 2015
Eatery worker sentenced to 266 years imprisonment for stealing N8m
Her company petitioned the EFCC after she made away with N8million handed over to her by her employer. Olayinka was in May 2013 dragged before the court for the offence.
Justice A.A. Akinyemi while delivering his judgement on the case yesterday April 22nd, found her guilty on all 34-count charges brought against her. She was sentenced to seven years on each of 30 counts and 14 years on the remaining four charges.
Patience Jonathan to quit as President of African First Ladies
12-year-old girl wins spelling bee competition in Lagos
Tijani, a Primary Six pupil, competed with 56 other contestants representing the 20 local government areas and 37 local council development areas in the state in the competition held in Ikeja.
Ten-year-old Iretiola Ifaniyi, a Primary Five pupil of Methodist Primary School, Ibese, came second while 10-year-old Jonathan Arowodu of Akesan Primary School came third.
The winners received N150, 000, N100, 000 and N75, 000 respectively from the state government.
47-year-old Man Docked For Allegedly Raping Own Daughter In Ogun
Ojo, 47, who resides at No. 15, Abinuyo Street, Ijoko, in Ota, is currently facing a one-count charge of rape.
According to the Prosecutor, Sgt. Rosemary Brown, the accused allegedly committed the incestuous offence sometime in 2013 at about noon in his residence.
Brown explained that Ojo forcefully had carnal knowledge of his daughter (name withheld).
Wednesday, 22 April 2015
Ex Green Eagles star, Peter Anieke, passes on
Peter, known for his great defence skills and goal scoring, started his football career in 1967, playing for local football leagues before moving into the National team in '70s where he played for the National team. He was nicknamed ‘Eusebio of Africa’ for the countless number of goals he scored while he played professional football.
He is survived by a wife and 6 children. May his soul rest in peace Amen.
If Pres. Obama can get Osama, he can get our missing girls - Oby Ezekweili
Abuja court terninates hearing on eligibility suit against Gen. Buhari
The Presiding judge, Justice Ademola Adeniyi struck out the suits after the plaintiffs withdrew them through separate notices of discontinuance they filed before the high court. The remaining pending eligibility suit against General Buhari is the one filed by Ayakeme Whiskey. No date has been fixed for the hearing in the pending suit.
Tuesday, 21 April 2015
My Wife Arranged Armed Robbers To Rob And Kill Me- Husband Tells Court
Mr Fasade, who lives in Ayobo, a Lagos suburb, is accusing his wife of waywardness and threatening his life.
He claimed that she brought another man to their house.
“Two years after I was robbed, I later got to know my wife arranged armed robbers to my house and went as far as asking them to kill me,” he said.
Boy, 16, Arraigned For Allegedly Defiling 2-year-old Girl
Ganiyu, who resides at Ijora Badia area of Lagos, is standing trial for child rape.
The Prosecutor, Soji Ojaokomo, told the court that the accused committed the offence on April 16 at the same address.
Ojaokomo said the accused called the girl and lured her into a lonely place while her mother went to get food for her.
Keshi Signs Two-Year Extension As Nigeria Coach
Stephen Keshi on Tuesday agreed to a new two-year contract to coach Nigeria’s national men’s football team, ending months of uncertainty and speculation over his future. Some opposed extending Keshi’s tenure as the Super Eagles coach after they failed to qualify for the recent Africa Cup of Nations in Equatorial Guinea.
Talks on a renewal also stalled in February when Keshi described Nigeria’s extension offer as a “slave contract”. But the 53-year-old called for a fresh start on Tuesday at an official signing ceremony, saying any lingering bitterness needed to be put in the past.
Zulu king whose remarks incited Xenophobic attacks appeals for calm
"This violence directed at our brothers and sisters is shameful. My speech ... was directed at the police, calling for stricter law enforcement, but that was never reported. The public was instead given another side of my speech, which had been twisted and misrepresented." he saidHe pleaded with South Africans to stop attacking foreigners.
Ondo mystery disease: FG, WHO confirm methanol as cause of disease
Photos: Former Gov. Peter Obi visits Nigerian community in South Africa
3year old girl kidnapped from Church in Surulere has been found in Ogun
Sunday, 19 April 2015
Senator Uche Chukwumerije dies at 75
Photo: 3 Year Old Girl Kidnapped At Surulere Baptist Church
Photo: This Nigerian Woman Married 2 Husbands Same Time for 11 Years
A woman from Delta State who effectively hid her adulterous relationship from her husband, Lekan Onipede, is now on the run after she viciously attacked him with boiling water and pursued him with a knife.
The woman, Rosemary David, had a son for Onipede, a 31-year-old indigene of Ondo State, about 11 years ago, when he was 20. While still living with him under the concept of common law marriage, and in what would appear to be a case of polyandry, she allegedly hooked up with another man in Delta State and had two other children (a boy and a girl) with the man, and then passed them off as Onipede’s children.
Nigerians Living in Durban South Africa Vow to Fight Back
A group of Nigerians living in Mahatma Gandhi Road in Durban have vowed to defend themselves if attacked by the locals.
Solomon Okoro, 31, according to iol.co.za, said they have been receiving threatening messages but were alert and prepared for any trouble if police are not willing to protect them. He said they would have guns, knives and bottles ready. Okoro said they have no choice but to defend themselves if under attack.
Explosion Rocks Kogi State Deputy Governor's Residence
A cooking gas explosion on Saturday at about 7.15am occured at 19B Dolphin Estate, Ikoyi, HFB Way, Lagos.
The house is the Lagos State residence of the Kogi State Deputy Governor. Mr. Yomi Awoniyi.
The explosion was said to have been caused by a leakage from the cooking gas cylinder.
Three occupants in the house, including Mrs. Awoniyi were said to have been trapped, while the driver who was outside washing cars was reportedly injured from the explosion.
Wednesday, 15 April 2015
#Xenophobia Foreign-owned shops close in Joburg amid fears of attacks...
Gov Fashola rewards female police officer who disarmed two robbers that tried to steal from her
Frank Edwards And Don Moen In The Studio
Nigerian Gospel pop singer, Frank Edwards, was with popular American worship singer, Don Moen recently. They were pictured in a studio together.
Girl Kills Herself In Delta After Her Fiancé Wedded Another Girl In Lagos
Reports said the incident, which occurred on Monday, swept through the community when the news of her death hit the area.
It was gathered that Ego, as she is fondly called, allegedly committed suicide when it became clear to her that her fiancé had wedded another girl in Lagos.
Police public relations officer in the State, DSP Celestina kalu who confirmed the incident , said the girl, a graduate of economics from the university of Benin, had been waiting for her man since three years in Asaba.
MASSOB Warns Danjuma, Oba Of Lagos
leadership.
A statement issued by MASSOB leader, Chief Ralph Uwazuruike said that MASSOB would not keep its hand akimbo and watch the name of its founder being dragged to the mud in the name of playing politics.
Chief Uwazuruike was reacting to a statement
credited to Gen. Danjuma that the Nigerian /Biafran Civil war was prolonged because the Biafran warlord,