The peaceful protests by #BringBackOurGirls group, who are currently staging a sit-out at the Unity Fountain, Abuja, turned ugly yesterday as thugs invaded their gathering, damaging the chairs used in their daily meetings. Leaders of the largely female group, who alleged they were attacked with bottles under the watchful eyes of the police, said they had notified the police authorities about the aggressive tendencies of the #ReleaseOurGirls campaigners, who had taken over their sit-out spot a day before at the fountain. The #BringBackOurGirls protesters have been sitting-out at the fountain for about a month now with the purpose of increasing…
Author: Wale Adebayo
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP M.D Abubakar yesterday assured that effective security measures have been put in place to ensure a hitch free Democracy Day celebration across the country. In a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Frank Mba, the IG has directed all Zonal Assistant Inspectors-General of Police, the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in-charge of Intelligence and other top commanders to be on high alert and ensure effective and strategic deployment of all police personnel. The IG, while promising all and sundry of the total commitment and focus of the Nigeria Police towards ensuring the safety…
DEMOCRACY DAY BROADCAST BY H.E. GOODLUCK EBELE JONATHAN, GCFR, PRESIDENT, FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA MAY 29, 2014 Fellow Nigerians, 1. I greet and felicitate with you all, today, as we mark 15 years of uninterrupted democratic governance in our beloved country. 2. Our dear nation, Nigeria, has certainly come a long way and made notable progress since our first Democracy Day on May 29, 1999 when the military finally relinquished power and handed over to a democratically-elected government, marking the true beginning of a “government of the people, by the people, for the people”. 3. Although I have ordered a low-key commemoration…
A clandestine plot to impeach Governor Adams Oshiomole of Edo State, his deputy, Pius Odubu and the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Hon. Uyi Igbe, has reportedly thrown the state chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) into confusion. The impeachment plot, spear-headed by four APC lawmakers, who defected to the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, is purportedly being bankrolled by an Abuja-based politician from the state. According to LEADERSHIP reports, the lawmakers, who are expected to execute the plot, might have been paid N30million each with additional offer of N20million later. One of the defected lawmakers, Hon Friday…
Former Kwara State Governor now Chairman, Senate Committee on Environment and Ecology, Dr Bukola Saraki has called on Nigerians to unite and demand an end to insecurity, corruption, and all other social ills confronting the nation. Saraki, representing Kwara Central in the Senate, in a May 29 (Democracy Day) message to Nigerians urged them to demand that “In 2015 Nigeria display its commitment to democracy, so that we have credible, free and transparent elections”. The ex-governor stressed the need for Nigerians to have the will and courage to defend the nation’s hard earned democracy. “This is a process that starts…
Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Board of Trustees (BOT), Chief Tony Anenih, yesterday expressed the confidence that the ruling party would rule beyond 2019. Anenih, in a statement titled: “Nigeria is stronger than it has ever been” issued in Abuja to mark Democracy Day, said the party is looking beyond the next election because it has kept faith with the Nigerian people in the last 15 years since the return to democratic rule. Anenih praised the PDP-led Federal Government under President Goodluck Jonathan, saying it has been upholding the tenets of democracy. He said despite the security challenges…
The United States said, yesterday, distanced itself from claims that the military had discovered the location of the abducted Chibok schoolgirls, saying it does not have information to support the claim by the Nigerian military. Chief of Defence Staff, Air Marshal Alex Badeh had on Monday said that the military knew the location of the schoolgirls who were abducted by the Boko Haram Islamic sect on April 14. U.S. State Department spokeswoman Jen Psaki told reporters, yesterday, that, “we don’t have independent information from the United States to support that statement. We, as a matter of policy and for the…
Terrorists kill 51, injure 12, raze village in Borno attacks 51 persons were yesterday killed in separate attacks, by members of the Boko Haram Islamist sect in Borno State. The highest death toll was recorded in Gurmushi village, Marte Local Government Area of Borno State, where the terrorists killed 42 persons and set the entire village ablaze, with many of the villagers displaced and have fled to Cameroon to take refuge. Some were also said to be receiving treatment at a Cameroon hospital. Marte, a border community with Chad and Cameroon, had in recent times witnessed deadly attacks. It is…
Nigerian actor-c*m-director Femi Ogedengbe and his wife of almost 2 years Nkechi welcomed twins yesterday, May 27. Photo: Femi Ogedengbe and wife welcome twins According to fresh reports, the happy dad took to his Facebook page hours ago to share the big news. The twins, a boy and a girl, were delivered safely, said Femi and praised God for it. He also thanked his wife, who is said to be feeling well, so as the twins. It would be recalled that the couple is already blessed with one child, born in 2010. Big congrats!
Maya Angelou, a renowned American poet, author and civil rights activist died on Wednesday aged 86. Maya Angelou. Photo: Bob Richman © 2010 Harpo, Inc. “She lived a life as a teacher, activist, artist and human being. She was a warrior for equality, tolerance and peace,” her family said in a statement on Angelou’s Facebook. They said she passed away quietly at home in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Angelou had been honored with more than 50 awards, including the US highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, for her collected works of poetry, fiction and nonfiction, most notably her groundbreaking memoir,…
One of the richest rappers in the world, Rick Ross (real name William Leonard Roberts) known to have many tattoos on May 27, Tuesday shared a photo of him showing off his new tattoo he got upon his lip. He shared the photo on his instagram page with caption: ‘New tatt #Richforever under my lip.’ Rick Ross actually shaved a part of his signature beard to get his ‘Rich Forever’ tattoo which is the title of one of his songs as a way of letting those who care to know that he intends remaining rich for a very long time.…
Chocolate City rapper, Ice Prince Zamani is not happy. This is coming on the heels of the double explosions that hit Jos recently. He’s hurt and wailing like a toddler. He may be down and pointing fingers, but he’s not alone. In the wake of the twin explosions that rocked his home town Jos, the Aboki singer couldn’t hold back his pains. No. Not anymore. Ice Prince wept. He took to twitter, and President Jonathan was at the receiving end. Hear: “Goodluck Jonathan!!” He called, his sanity gone. “What the f**k is up?? We’ve been glued to the news since…
One of Nollywood’s upcoming actresses, Benita Ezinne tied the knot with her boo, Elochukwu Ibeh on Saturday May 24, 2014. Benita Ezinne and her her husband, Elochukwu Ibeh The traditional marriage ceremony held in Benita’s hometown, Umuchu, Anambra state. The event was attended by friends, family and well wishers who joined her to celebrate. The actress has starred in movies such as, ‘Dera the Beloved‘, ‘Blind Mother‘, ‘Funke the Illiterate‘ and others. She has also acted with the likes of John Okafor (Mr Ibu), Eniola Badmus and Chinwe Owoh. Check out more photos from the wedding ceremony below:
Nollywood actor, Kenneth Okonkwo, said he’s no longer living under the shadow of the character he played in the movie ‘Living in Bondage’. Kenneth Okonkwo Kenneth who was brought to limelight following the role he played as ‘Andy’ in the movie released in 1992 which also marked the turning point for the Nigeria movie industry made this declaration while speaking at an awards ceremony held recently. He said: “Thank God, I am no longer ‘Living in Bondage.” Kenneth who bragged about saying he can have s*x for 24 straight hours aside being an actor is also a lawyer and a graduate…
Youths suspected to be cult members, on Sunday, invaded the female hostel of Benue State University, Makurdi, r*ped and robbed the students of their valuables. At least 20 female students were said to have been r*ped at gunpoint during the invasion. According to reports, the invaders stormed the Technical Block of female hostel about 10.00 p.m in commando manner and beat up the girls, before carting away their valuables. The latest incident was the third in the last one month, as it was gathered that a female student of the university was r*ped about a week ago by a group…
Songstress, Tiwa Savage’s husband/manger, Teebillz has replied critics of his wife’s new racy video ‘Wanted’ released today. Apparently some of her fans loved the concept for the video and commended her, while some others, however criticized her and felt she went to far for someone who is married. Well her hubby who obviously doesn’t mind the racy video defended his wife on twitter. See some tweets below What do you think of her video?
In an attempt to quench rumors that he had to loan money to buy his two luxurious cars, Ice Prince grants an interview. In the interview with Punch, Ice Prince says he bought his Bentley GT and Range Rover Sport, all by himself, not with a loan from a bank. Read excerpts below: – “No, it is not true! It was paid for! Bought it in Abuja from Sir Kefiano! He has got all brands of vehicles!” On handling fame: “As an artiste, it is good to have real life mentors and people that handle your finances. It is better to…
One half of the eccentric P-Square duo — Peter Okoye shared photos of his rigorous gym routines and exposed his sexy *coughs* bare chest for admiration of his female fans. After a quick work out, Peter who is no stranger to sharing on social media, decided to post photos of his body; Van Vicker followed the trend and shared a photo of his abs too. Peter Okoye Van Vicker
The leadership of the ongoing National Conference has temporarily suspended some “contentious” recommendations contained in the reports of some of its Standing Committees. James Akpandem, Assistant Secretary, Media and Communications disclosed this in a statement. According to him, recommendations of the committees on Religion; and Land Tenure and National Boundaries were regarded as contentious and were therefore suspended. “Slated for resolution on Wednesday were issues arising from previous committee reports that were put in “bracket” by the principal officers of the conference due to objections raised when they came under consideration. “Such issues include the recommendation by the Committee on…
Maj.-Gen. Chris Olukolade, the Director of Defence Information, on Wednesday, said security agents had arrested one suspect in connection with the May 20 bombing in Jos Central Market, Plateau. He made the disclosure at a joint news conference by the National Information Centre, Abuja. He said the suspect was already providing the lead for subsequent aspects of investigation into the incident. According to him, security agencies are carrying out nationwide surveillance and that the surveillance is yielding positive results. Olukolade said “a number of persons, who are planning to continue the bombing spree, have also been arrested. “But as a…