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Sunday, 30 November 2014

Overland airplane crash lands in Ilorin

Overland airplane crash lands in Ilorin

An Overland Airways ATR 72 turboprop engine aircraft with 59 passengers on board landed at the Ilorin International airport and veered off the runway hitting the pavement with no injuries to passengers.

Lagos gubernatorial aspirant, Jimi Agbaje has condemned the lawsuit seeking for his disqualification as “political mudslinging.”

Lagos gubernatorial aspirant, Jimi Agbaje has condemned the lawsuit seeking for his disqualification as “political mudslinging.”



Agbaje who is one of the governorship aspirants on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party in Lagos State, was dragged to court recently by Nurudeen Balogun, who is also a Lagos guber aspirant in the same political party.

Revealed: Why Obasanjo is fighting Jonathan

Revealed: Why Obasanjo is fighting Jonathan


IT emerged at the weekend that recent outbursts by former President Olusegun Obasanjo against President Goodluck Jonathan stemmed from the latter’s refusal to implement a proposal from the former president in respect of the 2015 elections.

Kano Blast: Atiku Cancels Birthday Celebration

Kano Blast: Atiku Cancels Birthday Celebration


Former vice president, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar yesterday evening cancelled his 68th birthday celebration dinner in reaction to the Kano bomb blast.
This was contained in a statement posted on his twitter account.

Hosni Mubarak: Journey of the fallen Egypt ruler who fought back in court

Hosni Mubarak: Journey of the fallen Egypt ruler who fought back in court

A supporter of Mubarak holds his portrait as a medical helicopter takes off outside Maadi military hospital transporting the deposed leader to the court in Cairo for his trial. (AFP Photo)

Hosni Mubarak, who on Saturday escaped murder charges, ruled Egypt with an iron grip for three decades until he was forced from power by the 2011 democratic uprisings that swept the region.

Olugbenga Ashiru Dies At 66

Olugbenga Ashiru Dies At 66


A former Foreign Affairs Minister, Ambassador Olugbenga Ashiru, has died in South Africa at the age of 66, after a protracted illness.

He was Nigeria’s Foreign Affairs Minister from 2011 to 2013.

Amosun, Tinubu laud Aregbesola, Osun people

Amosun, Tinubu laud Aregbesola, Osun people 


Governor Ibikunle Amosun of Ogun state, Southwest, Nigeria on Thursday declared that the people of Osun has demonstrated that no one, irrespective of any form harassment and intimidation can stop them from doing their wish.

Ebonyi PDP: Struggling Hard To Climb Out Of Political Quicksand

Ebonyi PDP: Struggling Hard To Climb Out Of Political Quicksand


JUST as predicted, the political turmoil in Ebonyi State took another dimension. The State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) witnessed the appointment of yet another Caretaker Committee to run affairs of the party. This time around the National Working Committee (NWC) seem to have put Ebonyi PDP under ‘Colonial rule’.

Saturday, 29 November 2014

Pele 'remains in intensive care' says hospital

Pele 'remains in intensive care' says hospital


Brazilian legend Pelé's health continues to improve, although he remains in an intensive care unit to allow doctors to monitor a urinary tract infection, according to his hospital.

DISGRACED!!! Chaos On OAU Campus As Protesting Students Haul Missiles At Jonathan; Call Him Thief

DISGRACED!!! Chaos On OAU Campus As Protesting Students Haul Missiles At Jonathan; Call Him Thief


There was unrest on the campus of Obafemi Awolowo University on Friday, 28th November, 2014 as students of the institution hauled missiles at President Goodluck Jonathan during his visit to the campus.

Madrid tell Platini to get Real

Madrid tell Platini to get Real


Real Madrid have hit out at Uefa president Michel Platini for suggesting the Ballon d’Or should go to a member of Germany’s World Cup-winning squad rather than Cristiano Ronaldo.

Fifa World XI: Fabregas, Hazard, Toure, Ozil & Di Maria on list

Fifa World XI: Fabregas, Hazard, Toure, Ozil & Di Maria on list


FIFPro, the worldwide players’ union, and FIFA today announced the 15 midfielders shortlisted for the FIFA FIFPro World XI 2014 (see list below) as part of the final 55-player shortlist to be revealed at 17.00 (CET) on 1 December 2014.

INEC loses registration data for Fashola, Wife

INEC loses registration data for Fashola, Wife


The names of the number one citizen of Lagos State, Governor Babatunde Fashola, his wife and all residents who registered at the governor’s polling unit have been declared missing on the data base of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC.

Paternity Controversy: I Have Six Children Now And They Are With Me, Says Femi Kuti

Paternity Controversy: I Have Six Children Now And They Are With Me, Says Femi Kuti

Famous Afro-beat musician, Femi Kuti, has confirmed that he discovered through a DNA investigation that two of his children did not belong to him. "I was 46 when I discovered that," Kuti said of the published story about the paternity of his children, which became the subject of a controversy on social media on Friday.


Fmous Afro-beat musician, Femi Kuti, has confirmed that he discovered through a DNA investigation that two of his children did not belong to him.

Protesters United Against Ferguson Decision, but Challenged in Unity

Protesters United Against Ferguson Decision, but Challenged in Unity


FERGUSON, Mo. — Demonstrators forced the temporary closing of the St. Louis Galleria mall after staging a mass “die-in” on Friday afternoon, lying on the floor for four and a half minutes of silence to represent the hours that Michael Brown was left on the street after a police officer shot him dead.

Egypt crackdown adds to Gaza blockade woes

Egypt crackdown adds to Gaza blockade woes


GAZA STRIP, Palestine: Already struggling under the weight of an Israeli blockade, Gazans are now feeling the effects of an Egyptian exclusion zone along their shared border that has sent prices soaring.

After the cost of his cigarettes nearly tripled, 18-year-old Jihad Ahmad now buys just a few at a time instead of a full pack and smokes them sparingly.

Nigeria unrest: President Jonathan condemns deadly mosque attack

Nigeria unrest: President Jonathan condemns deadly mosque attack

A number of the injured are being treated at Kano's hospital
Goodluck Jonathan urged the nation "to confront the common enemy" after the gun and bomb attack during Friday's prayers in the northern city of Kano.

Friday, 28 November 2014

APC criticizes FG over devaluation of naira

APC criticizes FG over devaluation of naira


All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticized the devaluation of naira describing the development as not healthy for Nigeria’s economy.

The National Publicity Secretary of APC, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, on Wednesday in Abuja told newsmen that the devaluation of currency had its implications on the people and the economy.

Three blasts at emir's mosque in Nigeria's Kano: worshippers

Three blasts at emir's mosque in Nigeria's Kano: worshippers


Three explosions on Friday rocked the mosque of one of Nigeria's best known Islamic leaders, the Emir of Kano, as worshippers gathered for weekly prayers, witnesses told AFP.
"Two bombs exploded, one after the other, in the premises of the Grand Mosque seconds after the prayers had started," Aminu Abdullahi said, adding that a third went off nearby.

Again, INEC postpones distribution of PVCs, commencement of CVR in Katsina

Again, INEC postpones distribution of PVCs, commencement of CVR in Katsina


Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has again postponed the distribution of Permanent Voters Cards (PVC) and the commencement of Continuous Voters Registration (CVR) exercise in Katsina State.

Ferguson cop who killed unarmed teen leaves force

Ferguson cop who killed unarmed teen leaves force


The Missouri police officer who killed an unarmed black teen sparking months of protests in the city of Ferguson will never return to policing, his lawyer said.

Darren Wilson is currently in discussions with the Ferguson, Missouri police department on the terms and conditions of his departure, attorney Neil Bruntrager said this week.

Alao Akala May Quit PDP

Alao Akala May Quit PDP


Former governor Otunba Alao Akala, is   likely dump the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) for another party to protest the injustice meted to him in the party

PDP Has Nothing To Offer You, Atiku Tells Nigerians

As the 2015 general elections draw near, former Vice President and All Progressives Congress, APC, presidential aspirant, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar on Thursday warned Nigerians not to vote for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

PDP Has Nothing To Offer You, Atiku Tells Nigerians


Alhaji Atiku gave the warning in Enugu while addressing Enugu State delegates, ahead of APC national convention.

According to him, the PDP had nothing to offer Nigerians, but showcase propaganda, blaming insurgency, kidnapping, and lack of jobs.

You Lied About Obas' Vehicles, APC tells Fayose

You Lied About Obas' Vehicles, APC tells Fayose


Following Fayose's claim that Fayemi bought cars for traditional rulers on credit, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ekiti State has faulted Governor Ayo Fayose's claim on non-payment for the purchase of vehicles for traditional rulers by the administration of Governor Kayode Fayemi, saying deliberate distortion of fact to deceive Ekiti people is unstatesmanly in governance.

Lagos Traders Seek Support For Jonathan

Lagos Traders Seek Support For Jonathan


A group under the aegis of Lagos Market Unions, a coalition of all traders in Lagos State, has declared their support for the re-election of President Goodluck Jonathan in the 2015 general elections.

APC Presidential Primaries: Kwankwaso Storms Katsina

APC Presidential Primaries: Kwankwaso Storms Katsina


Ahead of the presidential primaries of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Kano State governor and presidential aspirant, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has stormed Katsina State where he met with delegates and stakeholders of the party.

Senate says ex-President is lying

Senate says ex-President is lying

Obasanjo had said at a book launch in Abuja on Wednesday, November 26, that the National Assembly was nothing but a gathering of thieves and looters.

The Senate has responded to allegations of corruption levelled against the National Assembly by former President, Olusegun Obasanjo.

Buhari tells Nigerians: be prepared for 2015 elections

Buhari tells Nigerians: be prepared for 2015 elections


Governors, Tinubu, others at Aregbesola’s inauguration  The victory of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Osun State governorship election has boosted the morale of the party to go into the 2015 elections and win. A presidential aspirant on the platform of the party, Gen.

Boko Haram terror: Schools, hospitals shut in Niger Republic

Boko Haram terror: Schools, hospitals shut in Niger Republic


Schools and health centres were closed in the east of Niger Republic out of fear of attacks by Boko Haram, an Islamist group based in Nigeria which is increasingly staging cross-border raids.

Thursday, 27 November 2014

Oil marketer, 77, arraigned for N65m ‘fraud’

Oil marketer, 77, arraigned for N65m ‘fraud


A 77-year-old oil marketer, Alhaja Mulikat Shonekan, was yesterday arraigned before an Ikeja, Lagos High Court, for an alleged N65million fraud.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arraigned the septuagenarian, her company, Mujekanm Petroleum Nigerian Company Limited, and Martins Ogiogwa, for the offence.

Alao-Akala, others petition PDP panel

Alao-Akala, others petition PDP panel


Seven Peoples Democratic Party aspirants in Oyo State have petitioned the party’s Ward Congress Appeal Panel over what they described as an attempt to manipulate the congress to favour a former Senate Leader, Teslim Folarin.

APC berates IG for insulting Reps, contradicting spokesman

APC berates IG for insulting Reps, contradicting spokesman


The All Progressives Congress has strongly condemned the Inspector-General of Police, Suleiman Abba, for saying he does not recognise Alhaji Aminu Tambuwal as the Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Video of Police Shooting Boy Holding Toy Gun Is Released

Video of Police Shooting Boy Holding Toy Gun Is Released


The video of a Cleveland police officer shooting a 12-year-old boy who had a toy gun was released today after the department consulted with the boy's family.

To watch the video: Source: YouTube

Police initially withheld the video from the public while discussing handling of the disturbing footage with the family of Tamir Rice, the boy who was shot in a playground on Saturday.

(To Download any format of the video directly, click here )

"The family did not initially want the video to be released, but after reviewing it... expressed their wish to us" to make it public, Cleveland Police Chief Calvin Williams said today.

Naira exchanges N186 to $1 at ‘black market’

Naira exchanges N186 to $1 at ‘black market’


The naira touched a record low against the dollar yesterday, the day after Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Godwin Emefiele announced its devaluation.
The CBN devalued the naira by 8 per cent and raised interest rates sharply, trying to stem losses to its foreign reserves spent defending the currency as the price of oil – Nigeria’s dominant export – slides on global markets.

Obasanjo Advises FG On How To End Terrorism In Nigeria

Obasanjo Advises FG On How To End Terrorism In Nigeria

Former President, Mr Olusegun Obasanjo has advised the Federal Government to manage Nigeria’s democracy and terrorists without resorting to brute force.

The former president, who spoke on the state of the nation, reminded the Federal Government that his administration fought corruption using agencies like the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) to give the nation some level of integrity.

‘FG Not Serious About Ending Insurgency’

‘FG Not Serious About Ending Insurgency’


Katsina state APC has endorsed General Muhammadu Buhari as its sole candidate for 2015 Presidential election. In the face of challenges posed by other powerful aspirants, how do you think the General stands a chance?

U.S. Ebola vaccine looks protective, but may require large dose

U.S. Ebola vaccine looks protective, but may require large dose


TORONTO -- A single dose of a U.S.-designed Ebola vaccine may be protective against the disease, a new study suggests. But the research also appears to indicate that dose will have to be relatively large, which may present problems for the vaccine.

Egypt jails 78 teenagers for joining pro-Morsi rally

Egypt jails 78 teenagers for joining pro-Morsi rally


An Egyptian court has sentenced 78 teenage boys to between two and five years in prison for taking part in protests demanding the return of the ousted Islamist president, Mohamed Morsi, judicial sources said.

IGP refuses to recognise Tambuwal as Speaker •Reps adjourns abruptly as IGP calls him just ‘Alhaji Tambuwal’

IGP refuses to recognise Tambuwal as Speaker •Reps adjourns abruptly as IGP calls him just ‘Alhaji Tambuwal’


THE Inspector General of Police, Abba Sulaiman, on Wednesday, pointedly refused to recognise Honourable Aminu Tambuwal as the Speaker of the House for now, saying that there was a law suit on the status of Tambuwal as the Speaker.

Obasanjo blasts Jonathan again

Obasanjo blasts Jonathan again


CORRUPTION as a recurring factor in Nigeria again came under focus on Wednesday with former President Olusegun Obasanjo rapping the President Goodluck Jonathan administration and the National Assembly for promoting corruption and poor governance.

Thousands Flee Gubio Town As Boko Haram Sends Threat Letter

Thousands Flee Gubio Town As Boko Haram Sends Threat Letter


Thousands of residents from Gubio town in Borno State yesterday fled to Maiduguri, the Borno state capital after suspected Boko Haram terrorists reportedly sent them a letter threatening an imminent attack.

FG to buy N9.2bn cooking stoves for women

FG to buy N9.2bn cooking stoves for women

Supervising Minister of Information, Dr. Nurudeen Muhammed

The Federal Executive Council on Wednesday approved the purchase of N9.2bn worth of   cooking stoves and ‘wonder bags’ for rural women under the National Clean Cooking Scheme.

Wednesday, 26 November 2014

CBN devalues naira, now N168 to dollar

CBN devalues naira, now N168 to dollar



The Central Bank of Nigeria yesterday devalued the naira by eight per cent just as it increased the benchmark Monetary Policy Rate, MPR, by 100 basis points to 13 per cent, up from the 12 per cent rate, amongst a raft of measures aimed at preserving economic stability as oil prices and external reserves dwindled.

Again, Senate Fails To Approve Emergency Rule Extension

Again, Senate Fails To Approve Emergency Rule Extension


The question of whether the Senate will approve the request of President Goodluck Jonathan to extend the state of emergency in Adamawa, Borno and Yobe states remained unanswered yesterday at the lawmakers failed to take a stand on the issue even after meeting with service chiefs yesterday.

Al-Makura approves new pay for corps members

Al-Makura approves new pay for corps members


Governor Umaru Al-Makura of Nasarawa on Monday approved an upward review of the allowances of National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, members posted to the state.

Manchester United offer Carlo Ancelotti £270,000-a-week deal to replace Louis van Gaal as boss

Manchester United offer Carlo Ancelotti £270,000-a-week deal to replace Louis van Gaal as boss


Manchester United have offered Carlo Ancelotti a deal worth £270,000-a-week to become their next manager – with the club losing faith in Louis van Gaal.

Sepp Blatter Asked by UK Government to Release Report on World Cup Bidding

Sepp Blatter Asked by UK Government to Release Report on World Cup Bidding


The British government has asked FIFA president Sepp Blatter to publicly release the evidence collected by Michael Garcia, which led to the exoneration of Russia and Qatar in the controversy surrounding the 2018 and 2022 World Cup bidding process.    

Awolowo’s grandson, 3, 435 others called to Nigerian Bar

Awolowo’s grandson, 3, 435 others called to Nigerian Bar


THE grandson of the late sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, Adedamilotun Oluwapelumi Aderemi and 3, 435 successful candidates were Tuesday in Abuja called to the Nigerian Bar.‎

FG to fight desertification with N100bn

FG to fight desertification with N100bn

Minister for Environment, Laurentia Laraba

The Federal Government will spend about N100bn in its fight against desertification in 11 frontline states in the North, President Goodluck Jonathan has said.

‘Jonathan, Dust Your Tables Ahead Of 2015’

‘Jonathan, Dust Your Tables Ahead Of 2015’


Governor Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso of Kano State and Presidential aspirant under the banner of the All Progressives Congress, APC, spoke to journalists in Kano on his ambition to rule Nigeria, declaring that it was high time President Goodluck Jonathan started dusting his tables ahead of the 2015 elections. MADUABUCHI NMERIBEH recorded the interview

Jega to aid women’s participation in politics

Jega to aid women’s participation in politics


CHAIRMAN of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Attahiru Jega, Tuesday called on all political parties to remove all exiting barriers to women participation as they prepare for the 2015 general elections.