Ken Nnamani, led Some Igbo Politicians to ASO Rock

By Ganiyu Nasirudeen,Abuja,Nigeria  President Muhammadu Buhari met behind the closed doors Tuesday in Abuja with some South East politicians. The politicians who visited under the aegis of South East Group for Change were led by the former Senate President, Ken Nnamani. The meeting held in President Buhari’s office at the Presidential Villa. Other politicians in the delegation were Mr. Emma Eneukwu; Senators Ifeanyi Ararume and Osita...

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Hike in Electricity Tariff Is Irreversible –Fashola

Ayodele Afolabi, Abuja,Nigeria Hope for possible reversal of 45 per cent hike in electricity tariff announced by the Nigeria Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) in January this year, was dashed on Tuesday, as the agency and the Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola declared the decision as irreversible. Fashola and the NERC acting Chairman, Dr Anthony Akah, made the declaration to the Senate’s joint committee...

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When Life Becomes Too Much To Bear!

In the day and age when roadways are congested, traffic jams are a common scenario, meeting deadlines at any cost is the corporate chant, emotions have taken a backseat and love is lost in the mayhem I often feel the need to getaway. On one Wednesday when life became too much to bear and I was overwhelmed and I took off in the middle of the day when sun was high up in the sky. I decided to go to the National Park and the daytime was favorable...

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The Cabal Behind Emeka Mba’s Travails at EFCC

What many people may not know is that there are certain persons who ganged up to see the ouster of Emeka Mba as DG of the NBC. The original scheme hatched by this group intent on the removal of Mr Mba ostensibly due to disagreements over his handling of the digital television switch over, and the utilization of the N34 Billion raised through the licensing of MTN to fund the DSO. Investigation has revealed that at the center of this plan is...

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.Atletico Madrid Women's goalkeeper caught celebrating Real's win

Sara Ezquerro, the goalkeeper for Atletico Madrid's B team, was seen celebrating Real Madrid's Champions League victory, which could lead to possible ramifications with her own club, Atletico, who Los Blancos defeated in penalties to lift the 'Undecima'.Ezquerro was forced to close down her social media accounts after the photo of her celebrating the triumphs of Atleti's city rivals began to surface...

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The Amish understand a crucial thing about modern medicine that most Americans don’t

By Sara Talpos The Allegheny Plateau, sprawling across northern Pennsylvania and beyond, is an ecosystem of forested hills, with land that supports black bears, bald eagles and wandering turkeys, as well as a patchwork of wild herbs: burdock, jewelweed, chamomile and sheep sorrel. Cellphone reception is spotty and gas stations are few and far between. Tucked away among the streams branching from the Cowanesque river is a cluster of small white and tan buildings, including the office of John Keim, an Amish elder and community healer. In the 1980s,...

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It’s hard to tell if conservative pundit William Kristol was being serious or just wanted to mess with presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump when he tweeted a promise over the weekend that a conservative third-party alternative to the billionaire would soon declare interest in the presidency. “Just a heads up over this holiday weekend: There will be an independent candidate--an impressive one, with a strong team and a real chance,” he wrote. It was a strange thing for Kristol, who edits the Weekly Standard, to just toss off...

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KILLER CROCODILE HAS DONE IT AGAIN

Crocodile takes woman during night swim in Australia Saltwater crocodiles are estimated to kill an average of two people in Australia each year. A woman is feared dead after being seized by a crocodile during a late-night swim at a beach in northern Australia as her friend struggled to save her, police said Monday. The women went for a stroll on Thornton Beach on Sunday evening in the far north of Queensland state before making a fateful decision to take a dip in an area known to be infested with crocodiles. The woman was swimming with a female...

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BREAKING: Panic in Onitsha, army kills 30 pro-Biafra activists

There is a great clash between the pro-Biafra activists in Onitsha and the Nigerian army - Shots have been fired and many are feared dead - There is no clear reason at the moment for the unrest - The authorities are trying to still the storm Reports according to Sahara Reporters suggests that a military shooting of unarmed protesters at a church in Onitsha has stirred uproar in the state. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Protest hits the Niger Bridge in Onitsha There are claims that the Nigerian security agents are battling with pro-Biafra...

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Boyloaf slams the Niger-Delta avengers

Boyloaf said there is nothing like Niger-Delta Avengers instead it should be Niger-Delta NIMASA – He opined that, they are criminals running away from justice and instead set to cause havoc and distract the government from prosecuting them The former militant, Victor-Ben Ebikamobowei has condemned the actions of the Niger Delta Avengers. Victor Ben popularly known as Boyloaf was a commander of the Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta (MEND). In a chat with NAIJ.com, he said that the group should be addressed as the Niger-Delta NIMASA...

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EFCC recovers N900m from Dudafa's account The anti-graft agency discovered a huge sum of money on the account of the close aide of Jonathan, Dudafa – Dudafa, who firstly denied that he had any money, admitted owing the bank account Share on Facebook Share on Twitter The Punch has learnt that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has found N900m on the accounts of ex-president Goodluck Jonathan assistant Waripamowei Dudafa. According to the source, that the money was found in one of Dudafa’s accounts, which was instantly frozen.  “Dudafa...

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The Battle of the Most Beautiful Women In the World Of Soccer

By Lloyd Webb Arsenal Ladies drew 1-1 with Seattle Reign at Memorial Stadium in the first-ever match between a National Women’s Soccer League team and a Women’s Super League club. The historic fixture did not get off to the best start for the Gunners, though, as Leah Williamson was stretchered off just eight minutes into the clash. Things soon went from bad to worse for Pedro Martinez Losa’s side, as Beverly Yanez gave the hosts the lead a curling finish before the brea...

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Troops stop Niger Delta militants from giving Buhari a May 29 gift

Militants reportedly laid siege on pipelines in two different areas of the state - Reports say casualty sustained was not much - Nigerian troops vow to keep monitoring the areas Niger Delta militants who tried to bomb some pipelines have been dispersed by troops of the 343 Artillery Regiment of 2 Brigade in Bayelsa state on Sunday, May 29, 2016. According to information made available by Colonel Sani Kukasheka Usman, the spokesperson of the...

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Politics in The House Of God

Questionable Characters Want to Hijack CAN Election - Cries Christian Youths With about one month to the Presidential election of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), a group Christians under the aegis of Patriotic Christian Youths of Nigeria (PCYN), on Sunday raised fears that some persons with questionable characters who were allegedly sponsoring a particular candidate that is close to the Presidency. Should they succeed,...

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Is Democracy really the 'Hard way but only way' to solve Nigeria problems?

Democracy Remains Best Solution To Our National Problems, Says Saraki Ayodele Afolabi, Abuja Senate President, Bukola Saraki has commended Nigerians for working to sustain democracy in the past 17 years despite the various challenges the country has encountered within the period. In a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Yusuph Olaniyonu, to mark this year’s Democracy Day,...

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BOKO HARAM?.....What next for Nigerians: Nursing Mother, Her Baby, Two Others Killed By Explosion In Borno

BORNO, NIGERIA – The Nigerian Army has confirmed the death on Sunday, of a woman, her baby and two other victims by an explosive device near a Military checkpoint in Borno State. Military Spokesperson, Colonel Sani Usman, confirmed the incident in a statement he issued Sunday. “At about 8.15am today a tricycle, known as “Keke NAPEP” unknowingly stepped on an Improvise Explosive Device (IED) planted by the side of Biu-Damboa Road close...

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Those Against My Appointment Are Ignorant –Soyinka

Nobel Laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka says those against his appointment as Co-Chairman of the Lagos at 50 Celebration Committee are ignorant. The Eko Foundation, an indigenous group has been clamouring for Soyinka to resign as co-chairman of the committee as he is not from Lagos. But Soyinka, who spoke at a special children programme tagged “Vision of the Child” to officially kick start the one year long activities for the Golden Jubilee of...

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Nigeria: Why is Bad Luck Trailing Goodluck

By Olawale Rasheed Amidst harsh economic condition, the one-year-old administration of president Muhammadu Buhari has been receiving hard knocks and praises from friends and foes alike. It has not been a bed of roses for either the administration or Nigerians. With blame game still high in the political space, Nigerians are struggling to understand what is happening to the tough talking General and his team. There is a combination of what...

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Medical concierges: The smart new way to tackle illness

It’s a bewildering, scary time when you’re seriously ill, which is why a new breed of healthcare companies aim to take you by the hand and lead you through the maze of diagnostics, specialists and treatments. ‘I didn’t know anything about cancer (who wants to?) but when you get it you have to suddenly become an expert. And frankly, I didn’t know where to start,’ says Sarah. Now, Sarah, 50 and from Solihull, knows more about cancer than most:...

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Travel Loan: Lai Mohammed Lied

We are disturbed by the latest falsehood published in The Nation newspaper of Monday, 16 May, 2016, and the theatre of the absurd currently playing out in the Federal Information and Culture Ministry, following the recent leak of a letter requesting a loan of N13.2 million from the National Broadcasting Commission to facilitate Alhaji Lai Mohammed’s travel to China.  We are disturbed by the latest falsehood published in The Nation newspaper...

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Watch Buhari's speech on Democracy Day

Presidential media aide Adesina unveils Buhari’s speech Democracy Day – The president speaks about first year in office, says his government inherited a state near collapse – However, President Buhari listed what was done to improve state of nation President Muhammadu Buhari has addressed the nation in his speech on Democracy Day on May 29, 2016. The statement was published by the presidential media aide Femi Adesina. Read the full speech below:...

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Russia to set up nuclear plant in Nigeria

The Russian Ambassador to Nigeria, Amb. Nikolay Udovichenko, on Saturday announced that the Nigerian and Russian Governments plan to sign an agreement for the establishment of a multifunctional scientific research nuclear centre in Nigeria. Udovichenko, who disclosed this in Lagos at this year’s Alumni Congress of the Soyuznik Alumni Association in Nigeria, said that the Nigerian and Russian governments had been negotiating for the centre’s establishment....

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Herdsmen Attack: Foundation, Businessman Donate Hospital To Agatu IDPs

A non-governmental organization, the Kelly Izuwa Nwogu Vanguard (KIN) yesterday donated a N30million hospital to solve the medical needs of the internally displaced persons of the attacked communities in Agatu Local government area of Benue state. The ultra-modern hospital is located at Aila Community, one of the destroyed villages in Agatu that was badly affected by the heinous attacks unleashed by gunmen believed to be Fulani herdsmen. Performing the...

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MultiChoice Bags LCCI Award

Leading Pay Tv company, MultiChoice Nigeria, has won the Award for Excellence in Pay TV Services at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) awards held recently. The LCCI awards recognise, promote and celebrate private and public institutions operating in Nigeria for best business practices, growth through innovation and business sustainability as well as positive impact on people and the society. Receiving the award, Hasiya Abdu,...

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Australia police use pepper spray as nationalists clash with anti-racism protesters

By Peter Gosnell (Reuters) - Australian police used pepper spray to break up clashes between rightwing nationalists and anti-racism protesters on the streets of Melbourne on Saturday as Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull said eliminating racism was still a "work in progress". The United Patriots Front (UPF) organized a "Stop the Far Left" rally while anti-racism protesters marched under the banner "Moreland says No to Racism", in reference...

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Islamic State commander in Falluja killed, U.S. military says

By Idrees Ali and Saif Hameed WASHINGTON/BAGHDAD (Reuters) - U.S.-led coalition strikes supporting Iraqi forces in the recapture of Falluja have killed 70 Islamic State militants including the group's commander in the city, a U.S military spokesman said on Friday. U.S. Army Colonel Steve Warren, a spokesman for the U.S.-led military campaign against Islamic State, said the coalition had carried out 20 strikes in support of the campaign over...

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Facebook user decides to meet his 5,000 followers personally

A Nigerian has decided he wants to meet all his Facebook friends face-to-face According to a post shared on his Facebook page, a young man identified as Gaius Chibueze, has decided to take a nationwide tour to meet all his 5000 Facebook friends. Chibueze who is based in Abuja, says he wants to be the first person to achieve this ‘feat’. He made up a roster with dates of his ‘meet and greet’ that will also extend to his Ghana based followers....

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Real Madrid Wins Champions League in Penalty Shootout

Cristiano Ronaldo did it again for Real Madrid, stepping forward to score a penalty and inflict another devastating loss in a Champions League final on rival Atletico Madrid. For the second time in three finals, the biggest game in club soccer ended with Ronaldo sealing victory, then ripping off his shirt to show off his muscled torso to adoring fans. Ronaldo's decisive spot kick in the shootout gave Real Madrid a 5-3 victory on penalties,...

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Treason As Militants unveil new currency in the Niger Delta

A new currency has been unveiled by militants in the Niger Delta – No particular militant group has laid claims to the treasonous act – There are fears that the act is linked to the move for the actualization of Biafra The new currency is said to have started circulating with the Niger Delta, and militants in the oil rich region are using it to inform the government of their demands for sovereignty in the regio...

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Could Nigerians Have Asked For A Better Deal From President Buhari...

Tomorrow, Sunday May 29, the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari will clock one year in office. Kunle Olasanmi in this report looks at the achievements recorded by his government in about 365 days.  On May 29, 2015, during the inauguration of the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari, hopes were high that the new president and his party, the All Progressive Congress (APC) will change the fortune of this country for better....

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Panic in Lagos as notorious gang threaten to attack

Some members of a notorious gang called the One Million Boys  have threatened Lagos state – The gang reportedly attacked Alimosho Local Government – Their threat comes after some of their members were arrested – Police are still trailing the gang The One Million Boys, have threatened to return to deal with residents of a Lagos community, after some members of the gang were arrested for robbery. According to The Nation, about 18 members...

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No breakdown in law and order in Ashanti Region – Minister

The Ashanti Regional Minister, Alexander Ackon, has rejected reports of a breakdown in law and order and a rise in crime levels in the region. His remarks come on the back of the protests that followed the alleged beating to death by police of a twenty-seven-year old male in Krofrom. The deceased, one Osei Tawiah was allegedly brutalized after some Police men on patrol duties mistook him for a criminal. Speaking on Eyewitness News in reference...

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Niger Delta Militants Bomb NNPC Gas, Crude Pipelines Near Warri

 The Niger Delta Avengers militant group has  attacked Nigeria’s oil installations again. Less than 12 hours after crippling operations at Chevron’s Escravo’s oil terminal, the militants struck again, blowing up a large gas and crude pipeline operated by Nigerian National Petroleum Company. The attack  was carried out near Warri, the commercial capital of Nigeria’s Delta state. The attackers taunted Nigerian government that their...

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UPDATE 1-Militants attack major Nembe pipeline in Nigeria's Delta -officials

YENAGOA, Nigeria May 28 (Reuters) - Militants attacked the major Nembe pipeline in Nigeria's Delta region, two officials said on Saturday, hours after the Niger Delta Avengers militants claimed a strike on the facility. Nigeria's oil output has fallen to a 20-year low due to attacks on oil pipelines in the southern swamps, home to much of its oil and gas wealth, which have compounded the impact of low oil prices on Africa's largest economy. "We...

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The best time to enjoy love making

TIMING, as the saying goes, is everything. And when it comes to the human body, this couldn’t be truer. Our ups and downs over a 24-hour period are ruled by our ‘circadian rhythms’—fluctuations in our hormones, body temperature and blood pressure, which govern both our mood and energy levels. Now, a growing body of scientific research is proving just how significant timing is to our daily emotions, needs and abilities. So, from the best time of...

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Father of five allegedly kills wife for money ritual

A bizarre incident occurred yesterday at Araromi Street in the densely populated Oshodi area of Lagos, following the killing of a mother of five by her husband. The suspect, Sogei Jafairu, who hails from Etsako Central Local  Government Area of Edo state, was suspected to have committed the act for ritual purpose. He was said to have returned home Thursday evening, after spending one week outside. His unsuspecting wife, Roselyn, who was...

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Threats, security issues postponed Alesha’s vigil

PESHAWAR: The vigil of slain transgender, scheduled to be held outside Lady Reading Hospital on Friday, was postponed due to threats and security issues. Members of the transgender community, including other social activists, have been getting threat calls since Alesha’s funeral day. The SHO said the matter was being probed by the police. The prayer for Alesha was held at a local wedding hall where a large number of people were in attendance....

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