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In Lagos Robbery suspect reveals the use of toy gun as weapon The suspect identified as Paul Bassey, 25, has narrated how he successfully used a painter’s gun-like spraying instrument to rob a Good Samaritan, who gave him a lift and many others.   Armed robbery suspect reportedly reveals that he has successfully robbed countless victims with the use of a toy gun. Read: Arrested kidnap suspect reveal activities are staged by leader in prison The suspect identified as Paul Bassey , 25, has narrated how he successfully used a painter’s gun-like spraying instrument to rob a Good Samaritan, who gave him a lift and many others. The Nigerian Tribune reports that Bassey had just robbed a car owner of his vehicle and other valuables, before his apprehension by the operatives of the RRS along Lekki-Epe Expressway. One of the RRS officers speaking on the issue, said: “We were on routine patrol duty when we suddenly saw a vehicle on high speed coming behind us. The

In Anambra Gov. Obiano adopts new technology for long lasting roads The governor explained that after the experiment, the road would be placed under close observation for six months to see whether it would withstand heavy traffic.     The Anambra government is currently experimenting with a new technology that will lead to the construction of longer lasting roads in the state. Gov. Willie Obiano made the disclosure on Saturday at a demonstration of the use of the technology on a short road linking the state secretariat complex to Alex Ekwueme Square in Awka. He said that the new technology was expected to boost his administration’s effort at finding a lasting solution to the challenge of constructing durable roads. ``We just want to experiment with this short and busy road and see how it can withstand heavy traffic before we can begin to adopt it for internal roads within the urban and non-urban areas,” he said. The governor explained that after the exper

Olajumoke Orisaguna Model shows her feisty side in make-up picture Her sudden rise to stardom earned her an interview on the CNN where she talked about her experiences growing and the prelude to her unplanned photobombing of Tinie Tempah's photoshoot   Now dubbed the Nigerian Cinderella in Reuben Abati's famous article, Olajumoke Orisaguna appears to be gaining the confidence expected of a star as she shows her feisty side in a recent make-up picture. The model seems to getting ready to mount the set to do what 'she must know how to do best', putting her hands akimbo to display a reborn self. Olajumoke Orisaguna Make-Up Pic (LIB) Olajumoke has received massive hype since she photobombed Tinie Tempah's photoshoot for the ThisDay Magazine cover orchestrated by celebrity photographer, TY Bello . READ: Reuben Abati says model needs counselling Bello herself has been the genius behind Olajumoke's success which has

AY Makun Comedian’s wife reportedly leaves matrimonial home amid breakup rumours According to reports AY Makun's wife Mabel has left her matrimonial home for undisclosed reasons.    It seems that the marriage of popular Nigerian comedian AY Makun , 37, has crashed. According to popular blogger Stella Dimokokorkus , AY Makun’s wife Mabel has moved out of their matrimonial home. No reason was given why Mabel left her home buy Stella Dimokokorkus hinted that the “ details are too dirty to be posted. ” (Instagram) Read : Comedian takes his family for vacation in Houston AY Makun hasn’t responded to this story. Today (February 23) he shared a picture of himself with the caption “ It's not what you look at that matters, it's what you see. Good morning my neighbours ” on his Instagram. AY Makun who says he gets his jokes from his wife showered praises on her on their 7th wedding anniversary. “ You came into my life with a positive

Olajumoke Orisaguna Bread seller turned model lands another endorsement Olajumoke Orisaguna signs another million Naira deal as the face of Shirley's confectionery.   Bread seller turned model, Olajumoke Orisaguna is the latest ambassador for Shirley's bakery in Abuja .   Jumoke will be unveiled on the 27th of this month at Gwarimpa in Abuja. Ever since Olajumoke photo bombed Tinie Tempar's photo-shoot , good things have just been rolling in for her. The model recently featured in an ad for Stanbic IBTC . Read: Olajumoke Orisaguna Nigeria's No. 1 model is the new face of Payporte Olajumoke Orisaguna who is now a model has had her inspirational story  go round the world.   From being a bread seller to landing a modelling contract in two weeks, Olajumoke’s amazing story has gone viral with international news sites such as  The Independent, The Telegraph, Sydney Morning Herald  and others picking up her story.  

Funke Akindele Actress reportedly set to marry JJC Skillz Funke Akindele is reported to be walking down the aisle for the second time very soon with JJC Skillz   Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele is reported to be walking down the aisle for the second time very soon. The ' Jenifa ' star is said to have agreed to marry London-based musician, Abdul Rasheed Bello popularly known as JJC Skillz after he asked her hand in marriage. Both stars smile to romantic possibilities (African Spotlight) Entertainment Express reports that Funke Akindele overwhelmed by the proposal of the singer was moved to tears when he popped the question. Read: Funke Akindele “This generation has people driven by ego, money and status” says actress All this was reported to have taken place ‘a few weeks ago in Lekki on the set of her new TV Comedy Drama, Jenifa’s Diary’. Nollywood diva, Funke Akindele (News2) A source was quoted

Olisa Metuh Court throws out PDP spokesman’s case against FG Metuh had taken the FG to court over his arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).       The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a case filed by Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) spokesman, Olisa Metuh against the Federal Government. Metuh had taken the FG to court over his arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The case was dismissed by presiding judge, Justice Okon Abang on Thursday, February 25, 2016 because neither Metuh nor his lawyer showed up for the hearing of the matter. The judge further ordered‎ Metuh to pay six agents of the federal government N20, 000 each as trial costs. The PDP spokesman is being tried for money laundering and destruction of evidence.

Boko Haram Buratai insists sect has been defeated Buratai also told the elders that the initial challenges encountered by the troops have been surmounted.   The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai in a meeting with Borno elders said Boko Haram has been defeated. Buratai said “We were given three major tasks and we have made efforts toward achieving two,  “The first task is to defeat Boko Haram and I want to tell you that as at today Boko Haram has been defeated.  “When I say defeat, it doesn’t necessarily mean that there won’t be hitches here and there. We have entered the mop up stage of our operation.” Buratai also praised the elders, adding that the Army is doing its best to restore law and order in the state. He also told the elders that the initial challenges encountered by the troops have been surmounted. According to the Cable News, the Army boss also said “The second task is to support the civil authorities in caring and protecting the

Breaking News Explosion hits Adamawa police station The explosion is said to have occurred at about 11:44 am today, February 25, 2016 at the Jimeta Divisional Police Headquarters in Yola, the state capital.   According to reports, a powerful explosion , believed to be a bomb blast, has hit a police station in Adamawa State. The explosion is said to have occurred at about 11:44 am today, February 25, 2016 at the Jimeta Divisional Police Headquarters in Yola, the state capital, Premium Times reports. A resident of the area, identified as Ibrahim Bello , said that the blast was so powerful “that all the glass windows and doors in our entire neighborhood have been destroyed.” The incident hasn’t been confirmed by the necessary authorities and it is not yet clear if there are any casualties . Story developing.

Naira Currency appreciates against dollar by 50%, sold at N250/1$ Naira has appreciated against dollar by 50%, currently sold at N250/1S   Naira which has been on a free fall for some weeks now has impressively appreciated against dollar by 50% from N395/1$ as of close of work on Tuesday, February 23, 2016 to N250/1$ as of early hours of Thursday, February 25, 2016. Read: Currency now valued at 391/dollar in exchange rate According to The Leadership , street hawkers and Bureau de Change (BDC) operators in Abuja sold greenback (Dollar) between N250 and N255. Ibrahim, an operator stated that due to the continuous Naira instability, he was scared to buy dollars so as not to lose further. Read: Naira now valued at 352 per dollar “ Earlier this morning, I bought dollars for N305, but now it is sold at N250, making me to lose N55 in less than 10 hours. I am very scared of buying dollars because of the continued instability. “ Although I am happy that the nair

Saraki Protesters at National Assembly demand Senate President’s resignation [PHOTOS] The demonstrators can be seen holding placards which ask Saraki to leave the Senate and face his trial at the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT).   A group of protesters, today, February 23, 2016, besieged the National Assembly complex in Abuja to demand the resignation of Senate President , Bukola Saraki . The demonstrators can be seen holding placards which ask Saraki to leave the Senate and face his trial at the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT). The protesters are also demanding that Senator Kabiru Marafa , who is facing a suspension, be left alone. Marafa attracted controversy after he criticized the Senate and accused Saraki of blackmailing Buhari with claims that the 2016 budget was padded. The Senate subsequently instructed its Committee on Ethics, Privileges and Public Petitions to investigate Marafa. The Senator has however said that nobody can suspend him from the legislat

Fayose Ekiti Governor approves N237m car loan for workers According to the state  commissioner for Finance, Toyin Ojo, the grade levels of the workers were taken into consideration, during selection.   The Governor of Ekiti state, Ayo Fayose has approved the sum of N237m as car loan to workers in the state civil service. According to the state  commissioner for Finance, Toyin Ojo, the grade levels of the workers were taken into consideration, during selection. He also said the civil servants will get up to N1.5 million loan, paid in full. While calling on those that applied for the loans to check for their names on the approved list, Toyin said Fayose was committed to the welfare of the workers in the state. The Ekiti state chapter of the All Progressives Congress also accused Fayose of plotting to conceal fraud for opposing the Treasury Single Account (TSA) policy of the Federal Government. This is coming on the heels of the Governor’s comment referring to t

Ifeanyi Ubah Oil mogul says he can restore Naira to N200 per Dollar in 30days Ubah revealed that the Bureau De Change (BDC) dealers are suffering from the current fall of the Naira.   Capital Oil and Gas boss, Ifeanyi Ubah in an interview, boasted that he knows how to return the Naira to N200 to one Dollar in 30days. The Naira has been fluctuating in recent times, going to an all-time high of N400 to a Dollar last week. Ubah, on a Channels Television programme, said  “Look at the economy, look at the position of the naira today; some of us have ideas on how we can restore this.” The oil mogul also said the Bureau De Change (BDC) dealers are suffering from the current fall of the Naira. This is contrary to beliefs in some quarters that the BDCs are having a swell time and raking in all the profits. He also said “It won’t take me one month, if Buhari gives me part of that consultancy, and naira would come back to 200. “I can bet my life with it, naira would come

So Sad   Nawa ooo!!! Confusion as missing pupil is found dead in pit toilet in Lagos This young boy lost his life after he fell into an open pit latrine in his compound.   There is confusion and palpable fear in a compound located at Alapere area of Ketu, Lagos State, after a primary one pupil identified as Kehinde Toba , reportedly slipped and fell into an open 25-foot pit toilet and died in the process . It was gathered that the boy who was a pupil of Fasok Nursery and Primary School, who lost his father five years ago and was living with a relative, Julius Adeniyi , was declared missing after he could not be found by his guardian, only for his dead body to be recovered in the latrine. He was said to be walking out of the house in the evening of Wednesday, February 17, when he slipped and fell into the toilet and the discovery has sent the tenants into panic as they are said to have fled the compound after policemen from the Alapere Divison the caretakers o

Gidi Fest 2016 3rd edition to hold on March 26, 2016 “Africa’s Biggest Beach Festival”, officially announce the third edition of Gidi Fest the one-day beach festival  Eclipse Live Africa, organizers of what is best known as “Africa’s Biggest Beach Festival”, officially announce the third edition of Gidi Fest which returns to Eko Atlantic on Saturday, March 26, 2016. The one-day beach festival opens its gates at noon with day activities ranging from beach sports headed by celebrity team captains, to tasting the very best of African dishes at the food court, and of course live music from some of Africa’s best artists. Speaking on the 3 edition of Gidi Fest, Founder Chin Okeke says, “ We are really excited to be back this year, having learned a lot from previous editions. We genuinely feel this one is going to put us on the global festival map and show the world that Lagos is the continent’s melting pot for music and culture. It’s about curating an experience for

John Obi Mikel Chelsea midfielder shows his dislike for Jose Mourinho The Super Eagles midfielder did not feature regularly for Chelsea under Mourinho who preferred Nemaja Matic   Nigeria international midfielder, John Obi Mikel has shown his dislike for former Chelsea coach Jose Mourinho . Mourinho was sacked in December after a run of very poor results and Guus Hiddink was brought in to temporary take charge. Mikel has urged the club to retain Hiddink as the manager of the club after this season and praised the Dutchman while throwing jibes at former coach Mourinho. play John Obi Mikel has been a regular since the arrival of Guus Hiddink (PA) Also read: John Obi Mikel wants Chelsea testimonial The Super Eagles midfielder did not feature regularly for Chelsea under Mourinho who preferred Nemanja Matić . Under Hiddink however, Mike has become a mainstay in the team and scored a crucial away goal in their 1-2 loss away at Pari

Alex Badeh Ex-Chief of Defence Staff also linked to N4.4bn NIMASA fraud – EFCC The EFCC is said to be investigating the alleged diversion of the funds from NIMASA to the accounts of senior officers of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF).   The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has linked former Chief of Defence Staff , Alex Badeh to a N4.4 billion money laundering investigation being conducted with regards to the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA). The EFCC is said to be investigating the alleged diversion of the funds from NIMASA to the accounts of senior officers of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), according to Punch. “We brought Badeh and Yushau to Lagos to answer to fresh allegations. The MoU that was signed by Badeh was for NAF aircraft to patrol the creeks to prevent pipeline vandalism and illegal oil bunkering,” an EFCC source said. “As part of the agreement, money was transferred to the Air Force in two tranches – N1.4

Bisi Alimi Nigerian gay shops for wedding ring with fiance This Nigerian gay and activist is all set to tie the nuptial knots with his Australian fiance.   Popular Nigerian homosexual and gay right activist, Bisi Alimi is really serious about tying the knots with his fiance, Anthony , after they went shopping for a wedding ring during a vacation in South Afria.

Boko Haram ‘Some politicians supported terrorists,’ Wole Soyinka says Soyinka also reportedly said that the sect had begun to rebel against the forces that led to its emergence.   Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka , has said that some Nigerian politicians supported the activities of terrorist sect, Boko Haram due to their lust for power. Soyinka also reportedly said that the sect had begun to rebel against the forces that led to its emergence. The Nobel Laureate is said to have made the comments during an interview on British Television station, Channel 4. “This is what is happening right now: in Nigeria, and I think that many people are admitting it today, there were politicians who actually supported what Boko Haram was doing,” Soyinka said. “They supported them for various reasons because in their lust for power and pursuit for power, they were ready to sacrifice anything or to ally with anything, and of course they found that they have been

Tompolo Ex-militant asks Court of Appeal to stop his arrest The court granted an order for Tompolo’s arrest at the instance of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) after he failed to appear to face money laundering charges.   Former militant, Government “Tompolo” Ekpemupolo has urged the Court of Appeal in Lagos to set aside an order for his arrest which was granted by the Federal High Court in the state. The court granted an order for Tompolo’s arrest at the instance of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) after he failed to appear to face money laundering charges. The EFCC has accused the former militant and nine others of looting about N34 billion in funds belonging to the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA). Tompolo is asking the Appeal Court to set aside the warrant due to a lack of evidence that he had been rightfully informed of the charges against him and subsequent court proceedings. The EFCC had

In Abuja CBN warns banks to stop charging customers illegally The apex bank also revealed that it ordered banks to refund illegal charges to the tune of N6.2 billion to customers in 2015.   The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has warned all Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) to stop all illegal charges on customers’ accounts, under any guise. The apex bank also revealed that it ordered banks to refund illegal charges to the tune of N6.2 billion to customers in 2015. Speaking on this development, the  CBN Director, Corporate Communications, Mr Ibrahim Mu’azu said “The Revised Guide to Bank Charges clearly specifies allowable charges for all banking services; the CBN does not in any way condone the fleecing of banking customers under any guise. "It was in the quest to provide a strong voice to banks’ customers and moderate the arbitrary charges that the CBN in 2012 established a Consumer Protection Department. “The CBN has investigated over 6,000 complaints relat

Saraki Senator accuses Senate President of blackmailing Buhari Senator Marafa is the Spokesman of Senate Unity Forum (SUF), a group of Senators allegedly opposed to Saraki's continued stay as Senate President.   Senator Kabir Marafa has accused Senate President, Bukola Saraki of using the 2016 budget to whip up controversy, so as to blackmail President Buhari. Marafa is the Spokesman of Senate Unity Forum (SUF), a group of Senators allegedly opposed to Saraki's continued stay as Senate President. The group that has called for the resignation of Saraki following his trial by the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT). The Senator said “Honestly speaking if am to comment on the controversy that has been trailing the 2016 budget in the Senate, I will say it is all the work of the 5th columnists there. You remember we woke up after 15 days or also of the receipt of the budget in the National Assembly. We woke up one day and the Senate President just came and said t

Fayose Ekiti Governor asks Buhari to devalue Naira Fayose said the President is still applying his old-fashioned economic policy of 1984, when cost of goods were fixed, despite the cost of supply.   The Governor of Ekiti state, Ayo Fayose has asked President Buhari to stop deceiving himself and devalue the Naira. He said "With the gap between the official rate of N199 and open market rate of over N400 to one dollar, the Naira has already been devalued. Therefore, President Muhammadu Buhari must stop deceiving himself and short-changing Nigerians, especially States and Local Councils in the country with his Forex Policy.” Fayose said the President is still applying his old-fashioned economic policy of 1984, when cost of goods were fixed, despite the cost of supply. He also advised Buhari to sit back at home and solve the current economic situation in the country, rather than spending over $1m on travels. The Sun reports that Fayose said  “President

Linda Ikeji   The new celebrity we all love to hate Linda Ikeji's money and fortune have made her a public enemy.    Nigerian super blogger Linda Ikeji today is a polarizing figure in the Nigerian society. Many people hate her, many people love her, and virtually everybody knows her. Lately the equal love-hate balance has been tilting towards the hate side of things. As her popularity and fortune (mainly fortune though) have increased Linda Ikeji has become a public enemy. In 2014, Linda Ikeji announced that she has bought a brand new 2014 Range Rover. A lot of people were astonished when she revealed the news. We all knew she was making money but we didn’t know she was making that much, and that really put her on the map. play Linda Ikeji (Naij) In the same year Linda Ikeji’s blog was shut down for copyright infringements. In her rise to the top Linda Ikeji never turned her blog into a website. When her blog was shut

NOUN   Buhari sacks VC, 13 others appointed by Jonathan The president reportedly laid off Vice chancellors of the 12 federal universities established by the immediate past administration of Goodluck Jonathan.   President Mohammadu Buhari has reportedly sacked the Vice Chancellor of the N ational Open University of Nigeria, NOUN, Prof. Vincent Tenebe. Buhari reportedly laid off Vice chancellors of the 12 federal universities established by the immediate past administration of Goodluck Jonathan. The directive for them to exit their post was contained in a statement by Minister of Education, Mallam Adamu Adamu . The statement simply revealed that Buhari has approved the appointment of new vice chancellors for the universities. READ: Varsity accuses NYSC of discrimination It was gathered that while the Vice Chancellor of NOUN was replaced with Prof. Abdalla Uba Adamu of the Department of Mass Communication, Bayero University, Kano, the substantive Vice Cha

JAMB UTME portal now open “Candidates are to adhere strictly to the schedules as there will be no rescheduling of examination for any student."   The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has advised candidates who registered for the 2016 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) to print their examination notification slips. Its Head of Information, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, said candidates would have access to the JAMB portal from today. He said the notification slip should contain the date, time and venue of the candidates’ examination. READ: Board sells 1m UTME forms “ Candidates are to adhere strictly to the schedules as there will be no rescheduling of examination for any student. “They are to be in their centres 30 minutes before the commencement of the examination. “Candidates are also advised to check their schedules properly as the board will not condone any excuse in the event of candidates missing their date and or time for hi

Chimelum Tasi-Amadi 13 year old breaks record at Cambridge Checkpoint Examination A statement released by the teenager's school, said his academic feat has landed him a placement at Phillips Academy Exeter USA (a world renowned Prep School that prepares students almost exclusively for the IVY League Universities in the USA).      A 13-years old Nigerian, Chimelum Tasi-Amadi has set a new academic record after writing the Cambridge Checkpoint Examination. According to a statement from the teenager's school, the City of Knowledge Academy situated in Ijebu Ode area of Ogun State, his academic feat has landed him a placement at Phillips Academy Exeter USA (a world renowned Prep School that prepares students almost exclusively for the IVY League Universities in the USA). In a statement released by the City of Knowledge Academy, where Tasi-Amadi attends, the academic performance of the year nine student wasn't totally strange as he had earlier dazzled k

In Canada Nigerian students struggle to pay school fees Ofoegbu said he's hearing from other Nigerian students on the UPEI campus who are feeling stressed about the situation at home.   Some students from Nigeria studying at UPEI are struggling to pay their tuition after new banking rules in Nigeria are making international money transfers more cumbersome, CBC reports. The Buhari-led government has issued a directive that more paperwork should be demanded for international money transfers, which is making it difficult for families to send money to their children studying in Canada. Caleb Ofoegbu, a fourth-year student from Nigeria studying economics and sociology, was unregistered when his family was unable to pay his tuition last semester. His father was finally able to transfer money in late January, allowing Ofoegbu to start the semester one month late. " If I hadn't gotten the money, the little money I had to pay the tuition, I think m

In Kwara Govt warns school principals against indiscipline He said acts of discipline should start from the head as administrators and which must flow down the ladder to members of staff and the students.   The Kwara Government on Thursday warned secondary school principals in the state against acts of indiscipline. The state Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Alhaji Musa Yeketi , gave the warning at a meeting with all senior school principals in Ilorin. Yeketi reminded them they were the heads and faces of their respective institutions. He said acts of discipline should start from the head as administrators and which must flow down the ladder to members of staff and the students. The commissioner disclosed that the state government had concluded plans to renovate more schools and reshape vocational centres in secondary schools in the state. Also speaking at the meeting, the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Alhaja Maria

Tompolo   EFCC moves to seize assets of ex-militant leader Tompolo was declared wanted last week after two bench warrants issued against him by the court where he has been charged with alleged fraud. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has approached a Federal High Court in Lagos, seeking to freeze assets of ex-militant leader,  Government Ekpemupolo , popularly known as Tompolo. According to the, the Commission filed a motion to that effect today, February 18, 2016. Last week, Tompolo was declared wanted after two bench warrants issued against him by the court where he has been charged with alleged fraud. EFCC had alleged that Tompolo and nine others diverted converted N49 billion belonging to the Nigerian Maritime Administration and safety Agency (NIMASA).