The police in Ondo have arrested 150 men suspected of being members of the Boko Haram sect. The men, who claimed that they were farmers are not terrorists, were armed with various weapons. The police spokesperson for the state, Femi Joseph said that the men’s defence was being investigated and would release them if they were indeed found to be farmers. “We have to be completely sure that they are not members of the Boko Haram sect before we can allow them to go,” Joseph said Boko Haram has been largely operative in the North East of Nigeria and reports…
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Unknown gunmen allegedly invaded a police station in Kanoma district, Maru Local Government area, Zamfara, on Friday night, causing panic among residents Theinfostride can report. An eye witness told NAN that residents of the area ran for cover when they heard gunshots in the town around 9 p.m. Malam Musa Kanoma, the district head, said upon their arrival, the gunmen headed straight to the police station, firing shots and causing confusion in the area. “We heard shouts of victory later on but no one could come out, as we did not know whether it was the police or their attackers,’’…
Gunmen on Friday stormed Zalau village of Bauchi state and abducted the wife of a member of the State House of Assembly. The state Police Command’s spokesperson, DSP Haruna Mohammed, said in a statement issued on Saturday that the incident occurred at about 1.47 pm. “On the 15/1/2016 at about 23:47 hrs, unknown gunmen stormed Zalau Village under Lame District and Abducted one Hajiya Suwaiba, aged 45 years, wife of one Honourable C.Nuhu, member representing Lame constituency in Bauchi State house of Assembly. “Police patrol teams rushed to the scene but unfortunately, the hoodlums had fled. “Meanwhile, efforts are being…
Minister of Finance, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has revealed that she is a cancer survivor. Dr Okonjo-Iweala made the disclosure on Thursday, April 30, 2015, during the service of songs for late Presidential aide, Oronto Douglas in Abuja. “Oronto and I had two similarities in life, we both had cancer,” the Finance Minister said. “I had my last surgery, 15 years ago and I shared my experience with him,” she added. The ceremony was also attended by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Anyim Pius Anyim who represented President Goodluck Jonathan, former Ekiti State Governor, Kayode Fayemi, Pastor Tunde Bakare…
The aggrieved Deputy Governor-Elect, Hon. James Abiodun Faleke has been urged to accept his new status in the interest of the people of the state. A Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in Kogi State and former Senatorial candidate of the defunct Action Congress of Nigeria, Mr. Adewale Abel, made the appeal in Lokoja in an interview. He stated that it would be unforgivable if Okun, Faleke’s hometown, lose out in the ongoing political scheming going on in the state. Faleke, a member of the House of Representatives and running mate to the late Prince Abubakar Audu, had rejected the…
The Bayelsa State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has said that it would still defeat All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Timipre Sylva, at the election petition tribunal if he decided to contest the results of the January 9 polls. PDP candidate and incumbent Governor, Seriake Dickson won a second term after defeating Sylva. The Bayelsa PDP made its boast via a statement released on Tuesday, January 12, by the Director of Publicity of Dickson’s campaign organisation, Jonathan Obuebite. According to Obuebite, the results of the elections showed that Bayelsa “is a stronghold of the PDP.” He also…
Gov. Abubakar Bello of Niger on Saturday sued for peace among the citizens of the state during the Local Government election. The governor who voted at the Alkali Mustapha polling unit of Kontagora around 2:30 p.m. commended the peaceful conduct of the electorate. Reports that Kontagora elections processes could not start until around 12:30 noon due to late arrival of materials. Bello reiterated his administration’s determination to uplift the living standard of people at the grassroots. “I want everyone to see this election as a process that will lead to the realisation of our collective desire for change not only…
Eccentric VJ, Denrele Edun, shared a new photo of his natural hair, in a new photo collage he shared via instagram. Edun looked relieved to be done with weaves, and just wants to let his hair down. The 32-yr-old ball of energy, shared the photo, commenting: “If truth is beauty, how come no one has their hair done in the library? Done with extensions..No More! TeamNaturalHAIR is back! #TeamNatural #NaturalHair #NoFilter.” He brushed out his hair into a lovely afro, as he is known to do so well.
Kylie Jenner is allegedly pregnant! Speculations about her recent pregnancy came up after she and Tyga were seen leaving an Obstetrician’s office in Los Angeles on January 13, fueling rumors that Kylie is knocked up! After being on the verge of a breakup following rumors that Tyga was cheating with both a Brazilian model, the two may be stuck with each other for the rest of their lives. While Tyga and Kylie are usually more than happy to pose for the paparazzi, yesterday they tried really, really hard to stay out the cameras lens. Many have reason to believe that’s…
Nicki Minaj has just been insulted by a six-year-old child on Snapchat! Porn star, Farrah Abraham called in her young child to stand by her side as she battles against Minaj in a recent Twitter war… She posted a video of her daughter, Sophia, slamming the controversial rapper online on January 12. As we earlier reported, Minaj, 33, blasted the ‘Teen Mom OG’ star for being a bad mom to her six-year-old tot as well as disrespecting her own mother, Debra on television. At first, Abraham opted for a subtle appraoch. Later, however, the 24-year-old took more drastic measures, sharing…
Drake and Kevin Hart will go head-to-head at this year’s Celebrity All-Star Game in Toronto, Canada. The usual star-studded event is expected to be a North American battle for the baskets. A pair of star-stacked teams – one representing the United States and one Canada – are set to take the court at this year’s celebrity show down. To coach the Canadian team, the NBA has wrangled everyone’s favorite basketball-loving Canadian rapper, Drake. Leading the Americans will be NBA All-Star Celebrity vet Kevin Hart. People magazine reports that these two are no strangers to basketball: Drake is a global ambassador…
Chris Brown is challenging his fans to out and do something good. In a short video, the pop star took to his Instagram on Thursday, January 14 asking his 21.6 followers to find something “good” to do and then record their acts and post them on social media. Perhaps, the ‘Loyal’ singer wants more goodness in the world and is trying to be of positive influence to his fans and the community around him. His action comes just a day after he posted a picture showing him alone in a studio and raising his middle finger. The pic landed online…
A few days ago, Theinfostride reported that Peter Okoye of the duo singing group, P Square, had been under the weather following a photo of himself looking sick in bed. The father-of-2 has now shared new photos of himself undergoing a CT scan, while asking his fans to pray for him. He shared a photo of himself going into the machine, commenting: “Went for a computed tomography scan today… Try to make sure am 100% fit and ok… It hasn’t been easy for me for the past few weeks. Thanks so much guys for the prayers,love and support#Pray4me. “I have…
Following reports of a fracas that broke out between singer, Dammy Krane and Starboy, Wizkid, in the early hours of today at the Quilox club, V.I, Lagos State, music legend, 2 Face has shared a photo of the singers’ seemingly made up. The new photo shows Krane, Wizkid Ayo and the owner of Club Quilox, Shina Peller, at the club, after their row had been settled. 2 baba shared the photo, commenting: “All we need is one love!! #Inmyvoice”. The drama had began after Krane accused Wizkid of stealing from him. Krane took to Twitter, and in a series of…
Fast rising Nigerian singer, Oluwatobiloba Daniel Anidugbe aka Kiss Daniel has affirmed talks that he’s a ladies’ man. Kiss Daniel revealed that his kind of music has been responsible for the public show of love that he has received from the female folks since his career hit the limelight. Speaking to Punch Newspaper, the Woju singer also disclosed that the female fans have been amazing to him and his career. In his words, “The ladies have been amazing to me. They are wonderful fans and I am a ladies’ man especially because of the kind of songs I sing. I…
JB is finally in the hole of love and he is not even willing to climb out. The relationship between Justin and Hailey is getting deeper and now that the air is clear the 19 year old model wants serious commitment. She recently, gave an ultimatum to Justin Bieber to either treat her well or get out! “One thing Hailey wants more than anything is for Justin to act like an adult and stop doing stupid things that will get him in trouble,” say a source from Hollywoodlife. The good news is, Justin is afraid of breaking Hailey’s heart he…
Energetic Nigerian songstress Omawumi and her husband Tosin Yusuf celebrate one year wedding anniversary. A lovely shout out message was posted by their close friend Waje, she shared photo of Omawumi and her husband all smiles. It seem like Omawumi and her husband are having a low key celebration, as none of them have posted any shout out messages or photos on their respective social media pages. The couple got engaged after dating for about 4 years and finally got married in 2015, they have two kids together. Congratulation to the couple.
Vincent Enyeama says he will be delighted if Lille OSC can land the Coupe de la Ligue this year. Lille progressed to the last four of the competition after overcoming En Avant Guingamp 4-2 on penalties with Enyeama saving two of the hosts’ spot kicks. He told the club’s official television station afterwards that God was his inspiration for saving from 12 yards. “God is my secret for saving penalties. It will make me pleased if we can win the trophy. “I believe in God and it will be a dream to play at the Stade de France,” he said.…
Nigeria international Odion Ighalo has been named the Barclays Premier League Player for December. It was a sweep for Ighalo’s club, Watford, as their manager, Quique Sanchez Flores, claimed the manager’s award for the same month under review. The Hornets striker scored five times in five appearances in December. Ighalo scored in the 2-0 win over Norwich and was fouled in the box for the penalty which Troy Deeney converted. The Nigerian forward scored the winner in their lone goal success at Sunderland on December 12. Five days before Christmas, Ighalo netted a double to put Liverpool to the sword…
Victor Moses has been named in West Ham’s provisional squad for Saturday’s Barclay’s Premier League match at Newcastle United. The 25-year-old winger has been sidelined for six weeks owing to a hamstring injury. Moses had to be taken off just 37 minutes into the 0-0 draw at Old Trafford against Manchester United on December 5. The winger, who is on loan from English champions, Chelsea, took part in a full training session with the Hammers squad on Thursday. The Nigerian forward could also be thrown into the startlist for the Hammers in the wake of Andy Carroll copping a hamstring…