Monday 31 October 2016

Buhari orders IGP, state govs to investigate sexual abuses reported at IDP camps



President Muhammadu Buhari has, Monday, ordered the Inspector General of Police, IGP, Mr. Ibrahim Idris and the affected state governors to commence immediate investigations into the recent report by the Human Rights Watch alleging sexual harassments of girls and women at the Internally Displaced Camps, IDPs by some officials.

Kukah visits Obanikoro, Abati, Fani-Kayode in EFCC custody



Bishop of Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, Father Matthew Hassan Kukah, today, Monday paid an unscheduled visit to the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission in Abuja, where some top-ranking Peoples Democratic Party officials, are being detained over graft-related issues.

Government officials sexually abusing and impregnated Boko Haram victims – Human Right Watch



Human Rights Watch on Monday accused Nigerian officials of sexually exploiting women and girls living in camps for victims of Boko Haram in the North East.

Conte Punishing Mikel For Going To The Olympics - Ikhana

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Mikel Obi’s lack of playing time with his club Chelsea has been attributed to his choosing to go to the Rio Olympic Games in Brazil instead of joining his London club for pre-season.

Oshonaike Wins African Table Tennis Title As Quadri Loses Final



Nigeria’s Funke Oshonaike won the women’s singles title but the country’s top-ranked table tennis star Aruna Quadri lost 4-3 to Egypt’s Omar Assar in the men’s singles final of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) Africa Senior Championships in Agadir, Morocco on Sunday.

My Brother, Barack is a big disappointment, vote for Trump - Malik Obama



Malik Obama, Step brother of US President, Barack Obama over the weekend lashed out at his brother and Democratic Presidential Candidate, Hillary Clinton.

I'm happy for him - Ubi Franklin on Iyanya signing with Mavin records



CEO of Made Men Music Group (MMMG) and Iyanya's former manager, Ubi Franklin, has reacted to the singer's major move to Don Jazzy's Mavin Records. 

Speaking exclusively to Linda Ikejis Blog (LIB), Ubi states that he's happy for his former partner and does not feel betrayed by his move to a competing music label.

Soldiers nab suppliers of pain killers to Boko Haram



Troops on patrol have arrested two suspected terrorists in Borno who “supplied” Boko Haram with drugs, logistics and fuel.

In a statement on Sunday, Sani Usman, the army spokesman, named the drugs’ supplier as Kadiri Umate, 35, and the fuel supplier as Fantoma Lasani.

Gareth Bale now highest paid Real Madrid Player

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Gareth Bale has agreed terms on a new six-year contract with Real Madrid, which ties him to the La Liga club until 2022, 8when he will be 31.

Igbos are very good in commerce but also very Ignorant of Politics- Orji Uzor Kalu



Orji Uzor Kalu, former governor of Abia state and billionaire businessman, says Igbos are very good in commerce, and in “anything they do” — but not in politics.

Friday 28 October 2016

Ondo 2016: Full LIST of Candidates Approved By INEC



The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC on Thursday released the list of the approved candidates for the Ondo State governorship election.

DasukiGate: How Fayose’s aide supervised disbursement of N1.2 billion – Witness

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The trial of Abiodun Agbele, aide and confidant of Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, got underway, Thursday, in Abuja with the first prosecution witness, providing a blow by blow account of how the accused supervised the disbursement of N1.2 billion, part of the N4.7billion that was transferred from the impress account of the Office of the National Security Adviser to the bank account of Sylvan McNamara, a company allegedly owned by the sons of a former Minister of State for Defence, Musiliu Obanikoro.

'Corruption probe should be extended beyond Goodluck Jonathan's regime'



A member of the Presidential Advisory Committee against Corruption has called for the probe of previous Nigerian administrations, beyond the government of Goodluck Jonathan.

Femi Odekunle, a professor and career criminologist, also called for the revocation of national honours bestowed on corrupt individuals.

Ighalo Not Bothered By Goal Drought, Meets Rohr Along With Success

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Watford striker Odion Ighalo has stated that he remains unfazed by his current goal drought for club and country.

N40bn Fraud: Ekiti Assembly drags former governor Fayemi to EFCC



Ekiti State of Assembly has dragged the former governor of the state Dr Kayode Fayemi to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), calling for the investigation and prosecution for allegedly looting the State to the tune of over N40 billion.

EXCLUSIVE: I did not reject Buhari’s nomination – MIT Professor

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Akintunde Akinwande, a U.S.-based Nigerian engineer recently nominated by President Muhammadu Buhari, on Thursday said reports that he had rejected the offer were nothing but “mere fiction.”

Sexual Harassment Act: Demands for sex from female students risk 5 years jail term



A Bill for an Act to make provision for the prohibition and punishment of sexual harassment of students by lecturers in tertiary institutions has been passed into law.


The Bill which was sponsored by Senator Ovie Omo-Agege (Delta Central) and 57 other co-sponsors, was read for the first time on Wednesday 4th May, 2016.

Ondo 2016: Why we named Jimoh Ibrahim PDP candidate – INEC

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The Independent National Electoral Commission has named businessman Jimoh Ibrahim as the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party for the November 26 governorship election.
Mr. Ibrahim’s name was posted on an INEC notice board in Akure as well as on the commission’s website.

Corruption in oil industry exaggerated - Kachikwu



The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Dr Ibe Kachikwu, said corruption in the oil and gas industry was overblown.

Crackdown on judges: Ribadu tells NJC to cooperate with DSS, EFCC

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The pioneer Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, yesterday asked the National Judicial Council (NJC)  to cooperate with the Department of State Service (DSS) and the anti-graft agency in the ongoing war against corrupt judges.

ExxonMobil discovers one billion oil barrels in Nigeria



United States-based Exxon Mobil Corporation on Thursday said it had discovered up to one billion barrels of oil on the Owowo field offshore Nigeria.

Troops discover 25 human skulls, skeleton in militants’ shrines

Troops discover 25 human skulls, skeleton in militants’ shrines

A gory sight has confronted Joint Task Force (JTF) Operation Delta Safe (ODS) troops at four shrines deep inside the creeks of Akpabuyo and Bakassi local government areas, Cross River State.
The troops found 25 human skulls at various decomposing stages.

22,500 Nigerians illegally crossed Mediterranean in 2016 – EU



The European Union has said over 22,500 illegal migrants from Nigeria crossed Mediterranean Sea to Europe between January and September as against 23,000 in 2015.

Appeal Court declines to stop Saraki’s CCT trial

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The Court of Appeal yesterday refused to stop the trial of Senate President Bukola Saraki before the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT).

I will surely win US election - Trump boasts



Trump told die-hard supporters in the swing state of Ohio “we are going to win back the White House” and insisted he holds a commanding position.

Aisha Buhari makes U-turn, drums support for her husband



President Muhammadu Buhari’s wife, Aisha, has made a u-turn following her controversial BBC interview where she expressed her dissatisfaction about the APC led government, she even went as far as saying she will not support her husband in 2019. However Mrs Buhari on Thursday reassured Nigerians that she was committed to the success of her husband’s administration.

Buhari suspends Chief of Staff, Abba Kyari



Exclusive reports reaching NigerianEye has it that the Chief of Staff to President Muhammadu Buhari, Alhaji Abba Kyari who is under investigation by the Special Investigation Panel of the Nigerian Police Force over bribery allegations was today suspended by President Buhari.

Senate to seize Conduct Tribunal from President

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SENATORS passed yesterday the controversial amendment to the Code of Conduct Bureau and Tribunal Act.
The thrust of the bill is to relocate the power to exercise authority over the Bureau from the President to the National Assembly.

INEC lists Ibrahim as Ondo PDP candidate

INEC lists Ibrahim as Ondo PDP candidate

Businessman Jimoh Ibrahim was yesterday named as Ondo State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in the November 26 governorship election.

Untold story behind s.e.x tape of Miss Anambra- A Man reveals more

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A certain man, Apga Alaigbo, has made some shocking allegations, claiming that one Mr Uche Nworah who heads Anambra Broadcast Service (ABS, the organisers of the beauty pageant) is the brain behind the alleged blackmail. He went further to allege that all the contestant in the Miss Anambra pageant are used as ‘executive whores’ as they send them to sleep with rich politicians and other top people in the society who has interest. He also pointed out that Chidinma handed over her crown in office when the storm was too much for her, in which she ought not to. Read the post below as put up by Apga Alaigbo on Facebook:

Demolition Methods and Process for Building Structures

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Demolition of buildings and structures are required for various reasons. Demolition methods and processes for buildings and other structures are described.

Thursday 27 October 2016

'I am honored to be a cabal in this presidency' - SGF says




Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, says he is honored to be a member of a cabal in the President Buhari-led government. He said this in an interview with Channels TV when he was asked to react to claims in some quarters that a cabal has hijacked the Buhari-led administration. 

FG hails World Bank’s business ranking report

FG hails World Bank's business ranking report

The Federal Government on Wednesday said that it is excited by Tuesday’s Ease of Doing Business Report of the World Bank which ranked Nigeria 169 out of 189 countries of the world.

My life in Manchester is a disaster - Mourinho

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Jose Mourinho has described his living arrangements in Manchester as a “disaster” as his wife and children remain in London while he stays in the Lowry Hotel.

$2.2b arms cash: Military rejects Jonathan’s claim

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Military sources yesterday rejected former President Goodluck Jonathan’s claim that his administration bought warships and aircraft.

Monday 24 October 2016

Bag of rice will sell for N5, 000, dollar will exchange for N150, fuel for N30 – Prophet Okeowo


Prophet Ade Okeowo of Word of Liberty Evangelical Ministry, Ikorodu, Lagos State, has revealed that Nigeria will soon experience a turnaround as prices on commodities will crash in no time, stating that God did not, however, specify that the revelation would come to pass under President Muhammadu Buhari’s regime.

Ballon d'Or: Neymar, Suarez and Pogba added to final shortlist

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Barcelona forwards Neymar and Luis Suarez and Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba are among the latest players to be added to the Ballon d'Or shortlist.

Ballon d'Or: Neymar, Suarez and Pogba added to final shortlist

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Barcelona forwards Neymar and Luis Suarez and Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba are among the latest players to be added to the Ballon d'Or shortlist.

Obaseki more competent than me - Oshiomhole


Edo State Governor, Adams Oshiomhole on Monday said that the governor-elect, Godwin Obaseki is more competent than him and will bring more development to the state.

Oshiomhole is scheduled to handover to Obaseki next month after eight years in the saddle.

EFCC arrests former presidential spokesperson, Reuben Abati



Mr. Abati, who was spokesperson to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan was arrested on Monday and is expected to spend at least Monday night at the office of the anti-graft agency, EFCC.

We fought corruption without making noise – Jonathan

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Former President Goodluck Jonathan has said that his administration fought corruption in the country without making noise about it.

BREAKING: Ex-Abuja Minister, Bala Mohammed, Arrested

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A former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Bala Mohammed, has been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, PREMIUM TIMES learnt late Monday.

Nigeria must cherish, nurture strong family values – Aisha Buhari

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Aisha Buhari, the wife of the president, said on Monday that strong family values should be cherished and nurtured to surmount the challenges of poverty and crime in the country.

Naira maintains stability at forex market

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The Naira on Monday remained stable at the foreign exchange market as it maintained its rate of N305 to dollar achieved on Friday at interbank deals.

Government dependence on monthly allocations threaten Nigeria’s development – NEITI

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The continued exclusive dependence on monthly revenue allocations from the Federation Account by the three tiers of government is a threat to national development, the Nigerian Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has said in its quarterly review report.

Dangote reiterates desire to take over Arsenal

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Aliko Dangote has once again spoken about his hopes to take control of Arsenal.


The entrepreneur, listed by Forbes magazine as the 67th richest man in the world, claims to have supported the Gunners since 1986.

Why APC must accept responsibility for Nigeria’s economic downturn – Governors

The All Progressives Congress on Monday said the lingering economic crisis in the country should no longer be blamed on the 16-year streak of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP.

Nigeria’s economic problems rooted in corruption – Justice Minister

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The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has attributed current political, social and economic problems in Nigeria to corruption.

Anambra hits 210,000 metric tonnes target in rice production

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The Anambra State Commissioner for Agriculture, Afam Mbanefo, said on Monday that the state has reached self-sufficiency in rice production.

Don't offer stolen money as offering, Abuja pastor warns congregation



Sarah Omakwu, senior pastor, Family Worship Centre (FWC), Wuye, Abuja, on Sunday delivered a scathing message to those donating looted money to churches, saying stolen money should not be brought to her church as offering.

Al-Shabaab show off will military corpses and weapons

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According to African Spotlight, 2 Kenyan police officers are still missing after Wednesday night attack on Hamey police station in Garissa by Al-Shabaab militants.

Sunday 23 October 2016

Chelsea 4-0 Manchester United: Mourinho's men massacred in disastrous Stamford Bridge return + Match Highlights

Chelsea 4-0 Manchester United: Mourinho's men massacred in disastrous Stamford Bridge return

Jose Mourinho endured a torrid return to Chelsea, watching his Manchester United side concede a goal after 30 seconds as they slumped to a 4-0 defeat.

I’m done with Trump – Clinton



U.S. Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton has said she no longer cares what her Republican rival Donald Trump might say and will focus on issues instead.

“I debated him for four and a half hours,” she said, recalling their acrimonious exchanges. “I don’t even think about responding to him anymore.” She was speaking to reporters aboard her campaign plane. 

Trump threatens lawsuits on sex accusations



The U.S. Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump has threatened lawsuits against women who have accused him of sexual misconduct, hours after the 11th accuser emerged. Trump used what was billed as a major policy address on his election fortunes to threaten those who accused him of sexual harassment.