Security operatives have commenced interrogation of some politicians over links with Islamist sect group Boko Haram. The politicians went under probe following the discovery of their identity cards and other incriminating items when troops destroyed terrorists’ camp in Balmo Forest, Bauchi State last week. “Following the last successful operation carried out by security forces to dislodge terrorists from their forest bases in Darazo Local Government Area end of Balmo Forest, some politicians are currently being interrogated following the recovery of some sensitive registration cards and other materials of a prominent political party that were found in the possession of some…
Author: Wale Adebayo
39 suspects have been arrested by the Delta State Police Command in connection with the communal crisis between two neighbouring communities, Ibabu and Iselegu, which has led to the beheading of a young man. In a joint operation with the Army, the police command also recovered arms in the warring communities, stored in readiness for continued onslaught against each other. “Following the recent communal clash between Ibabu and Iselegu communities in Ndokwa East Local Government Area of the state, during which one Efe of Iselegu community was allegedly beheaded, the state police command in synergy with the military carried out…
Speaking with Channels TV’s Sunrise on Saturday, Nollywood actress/producer, Nkiru Sylvanus has revealed that she doesn’t mind being a second wife. She said that: “If the situation and the person is good, I would go for it”. Nkiru who also spoke on her alleged romantic affair with Governor Rochas Okorocha said: “There is really nothing wrong with being a second wife at all, but I am not dating Okorocha”. She further confirmed that she is still single, but not searching. It was reported last year that Nkiru Sylvanus returned to Nollywood after been relieved of her job by Gov. Rochas Okorocha…
Basketmouth have been having a great series of shows so far, having sold out in Nigeria, Scotland, England, South Africa And In The United States. After having these accomplishment, the undisputed number 1 comedian in Africa has been invited by the foremost comedy network, Comedy Central to their one week long fest in Montreal, Canada. Basketmouth will share the stage with top comedians in the world such as Seth Rogen, Russel Peters, Bill Burr etc. The show will start from July 20th to July 27th, and Basketmouth will join his peers in 2 weeks time. This won’t be the first…
Edo State governor, Adams Oshiomhole, yesterday said that his state was not on fire, but for the lawmaker of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who are celebrating lawlessness. He equally stated that he has the right as a Nigerian to contest for the presidency if he so desired, adding that all efforts by PDP in the state to intimidate him would continue to fail. Oshiomhole, who was reacting to a statement by the National Publicity Secretary of the PDP, Olisa Metuh, who had accused him of pursuing a vice-presidential ambition in 2015 and thus was setting his state ablaze, said…
Human rights lawyer, Bamidele Aturu has died in Lagos after a brief illness. Aturu, who has over the years shown unbridled commitment to human rights and constitutionalism. The late lawyer became known as a fighter against power abuses when, as a member of the National Youth Service Corps, he refused to shake hands with a military administrator of Niger State, Col. Lawan Gwadabe, in 1988 during his NYSC passing out parade declaring that the military had caused great harm to the democratic aspirations of Nigerians. Aturu studied law at the University of Ife, and devoted much of his legal practice…
The National Security Adviser (NSA) Sambo Dasuki has assured the Cameroonian Government that Nigeria has no ambition to acquire territories in Cameroon, as it seeks cross border cooperation in the ongoing counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency operation. Dasuki gave the hint Wednesday in Abuja at the opening of the Nigeria/Cameroon Trans-Border Security Committee holding from July 8-11, saying the gathering would provide a unique opportunity for border security agencies of the two countries to meet and discuss issues that hitherto has been difficult. According to him, through cooperation and collaboration, the issues have been brought to the negotiation table and are being…
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Cross River State Council has announced the passing away of its member, Mr. Jude Okwe, who was until his death the Cross River State correspondent of Thisday Newspapers. According to a statement signed by the state Secretary of the NUJ, Mr. NSA Gill, a family spokesperson, Mr. Dominic Orim, confirmed his death which occurred at about 12 noon in his living room on Wednesday, July 09, 2014 in Calabar. “He woke up on the fateful Wednesday morning, exchanged pleasantries and shared prayers with the children. He asked one of them to wash his car…
A commercial passenger boat capsized at the Coconut Island channel area of Lagos, with one passenger declared missing and many others sustaining various injuries. The incident happened around the Iba and Tincan Island area of the state. While other passengers of the local boat were rescued alive, Adekunle as at press time was yet to be found despite rescue efforts. This is just as some of the passengers who sustained injuries have since been taken to the hospital for treatment while those with minor injuries have been discharged. According to eyewitness account, the boat capsized when waves from an oncoming…
President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan will leave Abuja later today for Accra, Ghana, where he is expected to participate in the Summit of ECOWAS Heads of State and Government scheduled to open in the West African country on Thursday. According to a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Dr, Reuben Abati on Wednesday, Jonathan and other Heads of State and Government attending the two-day summit are expected to consider and adopt the 2014 Interim Report of the President of the ECOWAS Commission, Mr. Kadre Desire Ouedraogo. The statement reads in part: “They will also deliberate…
Ok, before you all start to insult me, there is absolutely nothing wrong with an older woman marrying a younger man; i can of fancy it sef….hehe. Anyways, it’s good to know that the stigma is lifting, as more Nigerian women are openly dating and even marrying their young lovers, not caring what the world thinks; and why should they? See the celebs below: – Lola & Peter Okoye Toping the list in no particular order is is Peter Okoye of P-Square musical duo and Lola Omotayo.Lola is said to be 6 years older than Peter. Peter and his twin…
I told you days ago about veteran Nollywood actor turned civil servant — RMD’s birthday and the party that was scheduled to hold. The serving Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Delta State, Richard Mofe Damijo who clocked 53 days ago marked his birthday in Lagos with his family and friends. A little party was thrown for him at his Omole home by his wife. Comedian Bovi, his Personal Assistant from 2004-2006, was present. See more pictures from the party below: –
Yoruba Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe seems not to be experiencing the economy crunch that most of us are feeling at the moment, as she has splashed big money on a brand new car. She said “out and about” but all eyes are on the range as it’s clear it’s brand new Mercy Aigbe also won the Best Yoruba Actress at the African Magic Viewers Choice Awards 2014 (AMVCA)
Governor Rochas Okorocha of Imo State yesterday declared that he may not seek a second term as governor of the state. He made this known in Ohaji/Egbema Local Government Area of the state while addressing a church congregation at the First Session of the 2nd Synod of the Anglican Diocese of Ohaji/Egbema held at St. Paul’s Church Mgbirichi. Okorocha informed the congregation that he may not come to anybody in the state to campaign or seek for votes for re-election in the forthcoming 2015 general election because of his interest to contest the presidential election. Describing governorship position as burdensome,…
Governor-elect of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose, has warned the leadership of his party, the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, against imposing candidates in subsequent elections in the country. Fayose, who spoke in Akure, Ondo State, on Tuesday, at a victory and solidarity rally organised by the PDP for his victory in the governorship election, said picking popular candidates, instead of imposed ones, would ensure victory for the party in future elections. Fayose, who won the June 21 Ekiti governorship election on the platform of the PDP, defeating the incumbent and candidate of All Progressives Congress, APC, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, said imposition…
National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Adamu Muazu, has declared that Governor Ibrahim Shema of Katsina State has no equal among all the 36 governors in the country. Mu’azu, who spoke yesterday in Katsina at the presentation of PDP flags to chairmanship candidates ahead of the August 2 council election in the state, noted that the ruling PDP was impressed with the performance of Shema and hence, was proud of his stewardship. The Katsina governor has been touted in some circles as a running mate to President Goodluck Jonathan in the 2015 presidential election as a result…
The Kano State Government has signed a cooperation agreement with the French government to promote French language in the state. This is contained in a statement signed by Halilu Dantiye, the Director of Press, in Kano on Tuesday. Mr. Dantiye stated that the agreement was signed in Abuja on Monday by Governor Rabi’u Kwankwaso, on behalf of the state, while the French Ambassador to Nigeria, Jacques Champgne de Labriolle, signed for his country. Mr. Dantiye quoted the governor as saying that the state government will continue to open windows of opportunity for its people, considering the population of the state and the trend of globalisation. “The…
The recent public embarrassment of the Imo State governor, Owelle Rochas Okorocha by Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charlyboy, during the funeral service for his father, late Justice Chukwudifu Oputa, has continued to attract criticisms in the state as some youths under the banner of Imo Youth Parliament, yesterday lashed out at the entertainer. The youths, led by their president and Imo Youth ambassador, Hon Godstime Samuel, who addressed a press conference in Owerri, the state capital, lampooned Charlyboy for his action, which they described as insulting to the chief executive officer of the state. The son of the late…
The Police on Wednesday confirmed the abduction of Golden Chioma, the Chairman, Rivers House of Assembly Committee on Judiciary, by gunmen in Port Harcourt. The Spokesperson of Police Command in Rivers, Muhammad Ahmad, said in Port Harcourt that investigation into the abduction was ongoing. “Our detectives from anti-kidnap unit and State Anti-Robbery Squad, SARS, are on top of the incident to ensure that the legislator is freed unharmed”, Mr. Ahmad said. He explained that Mr. Chioma was kidnapped on Tuesday, July 8, in Diobu Area of Port Harcourt and taken to unknown destination. The victim is a member of All Progressives Congress, APC, and represents Etche…
I wrote a report weeks ago about the Skuki brothers and how hard they have been working this year and it seems other people have noticed too; form the celebs that attended Vavavoom’s birthday, they are in the right direction. On Saturday, July 5, 2014, Skuki Vavavoom celebrated his birthday organised by his brother Peeshaun and manager Moses. Zeez, Juliet Ibrahim, Phyno, Akin Alabi, Susan Peters, Juliet Ibrahim, Sonia Ibrahim and Edi Lawani, among others, came through to make Vavavoom’s day. See pictures below: –