Gbenro Ajibade and Osas Ighodaro on their way to New York for their white wedding next month. The couple held their traditional wedding in Benin, Edo State on the 20th of June are to wed in United States.
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Tuesday, 30 June 2015
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner divorced!!!
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The lovely couple Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner who have been married for 10 years are have officially announced they are getting divorced. They made this known on the 30th of June. The divorce came a day after their tenth anniversary. The couple had three children together.
Jega bows out as INEC Chairman
Prof. Attahiru Jega's tenure and that of six other National Commissioners has come to an end. The former INEC Chairman who was appointed in June 2010, during Former President Goodluck Jonathan's administration has bowed out after completing his five year tenure.
He officially handed over to Mohammad Ali one of the National Commissioners of INEC. The six commissioners were appointed on the same day Jega was appointed INEC Chairman.
Jega will be greatly missed at INEC!!
Buhari unhappy over unpaid salaries
President Buhari isn't happy with the way Nigerians are suffering due to non payment of salaries by some states...according to reports reaching us from the presidency.
Buhari has urged Governors that are owing to pay outstanding salaries as soon as possible. He made this call during an inauguration ceremony in Abuja. He also stated that they should do the immediate needs of the people and embark on projects, but shouldn't starve the people while doing it.
Good job Mr President.
Caitlyn Jenner steps out
Caitlyn Jenner stepped out on Monday and flashed a smile. She stopped by the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community Center earlier in the day before she made an appearance in NYC wearing a black dress and heels.
Since her surgery she hasn't been hanging out a lot. Her docuseries ''I am Cait'' premieres in August.
Well what do you all think?
BVN RUSH
As the deadline of the Bank Verification Number (BVN) registration comes to an end today, Nigerians are seeing rushing into their various banks for registration. There's a rush because a lot of people are trying to bead the deadline. Though the the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) gave this directive since last year for Nigerians to register.
From the look of things a lot Nigerians didn't register till the deadline was close, and now the banks are filled to brim. Several customers have been complaining about the slow network and some have to queue in the sun for several hours outside the banks. They are and hoping that the CBN will extend the deadline to enable people register. Some banks threatened to freeze the accounts of those who fail to register.
Sources say the deadline has been extended to October. The registration is suppose to curb crime and fraudulent activities.
Kylie Jenner and Boyfriend Tyga hanging out!
The youngest Jenner, Kylie Jenner and Tyga(stage name) whose real name is Michael Ray Nguyen-Stevenson have been spending a lot of time together lately. They were out for lunch at a French Cafe, even though they were both busy with their phones. They both wore matching outfits, as they both wore black.
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NASS crisis wax stronger
As the APC members in the National Assembly are insisting that Ekweremadu the Deputy Senate President of Nigeria be removed, will make the crisis last a little longer than we all expect. A reliable source said that the All Progressive Congress would not allow Ekweremadu who is a member of the PDP to remain the Deputy Senate President, the position is a sensitive one and would tamper with the Buhari administration.
According to the rule, a member of the minority party isn't suppose to be the Deputy Senate President. Therefore the position he is occupying is illegal and must be removed if not the Buhari administration is already dead from the start.
Although sources say Buhari isn't happy with what is happening at both chambers. At the time of filling this report, all efforts made by the Senate President, Bukola Saraki and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara to see Mr President so far have proved abortive. Allegedly, Buhari has been avoiding them because of their anti-party behaviour.
President Muhammadu Buhari had warned the Senate President and the Speaker to support the APC's position on sharing of principal officers, but this has been ignored by both of them.
Monday, 29 June 2015
Buhari to expose Jonathan
President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday has promised to expose the fraud under the former President's administration to the whole world. He made this known in a statement issued by Femi Adesina his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity.
Buhari noted that a month after assuming office, he was still clearing the rot created by the PDP, especially the Goodluck's administration. He also lambasted Jonathan and the PDP for ruling the way they did.
Buhari was responding to the (PDP) Peoples Democratic Party appraisal of his administration, said Jonathan and his aides will be exposed when the loots they stole are recovered, and returned to the national treasury.
Man arrested for impregnating a minor!!!
NSCDC in Jigawa State have arrested a man for impregnating a 14 year old girl. The 32 year old suspect, admitted to have had sexual intercourse with the minor several times.
Muhammad Gidado the State Commandant of the corps, told media personal that the suspect a resident of Kanti Quarters in Katoge village was arrested in Kazaure Local Government Area.
''The Jigawa State Command of the (NSCDC) Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps has arrested arrested a 32 year old man for raping and impregnating a 14 year old girl in Kazaure Local Government Area. ''
The matter was reported by the mother of the victim to the corps men operating in the area.
According to him a clinical test carried out on the girl showed that she was already 4 months pregnant.
- NAN
Pastor gave out 22 cars to mark his birthday!!!
Joshua Iginla, the Senior Pastor of Champions Royal Assembly in Kubwa who celebrated his birthday recently gave out 22 cars and millions of naira. The event took place at the church during service, the pastor celebrated his birthday with his wife.
While presenting the cars to the beneficiaries, the urged the wealthy in the society to assist the less privileged because they could be important people tomorrow, among the the cars were 10 SUV cars. Pastor Joshua has said to taste poverty before so he knew what it felt like. He was quoted saying...
''My birthday is all about giving to the needy. what i do here is just 10%
He also said
" I have schools where we have been assisting the handicapped and the physically-challenged students irrespective of their religions. Gospel is practical, not spiritual''
Iginla said this is the 3rd time he giving out cars without leaving any one for himself. Benue State Governor Mr. Samuel Ortom who unveiled the books commended Iginla for this humility and hard work in writing books. Ortom recalled that he was school drop out and later a motor park tout in Gboko, said that God made him Governor of Benue State in spite of the "political persecution'' he suffered.''
''At this time in my country's history that there is dearth of leadership i commit myself to lead with fear of God that will translate to equity, intergrity and justice and fairness. I will strive to unite the people of this country.''
The occasion was well attended. A few are Senator Grace Bent, Effiong Bob, Onyeka Onwenu, Chris Morgan and a host of others. 16 Nollywood actors were also in attendance were Fathia Balogun, Zack Orji, Francis Duru and Alex Usifo, 6 of them benefited from the gesture.
Buhari orders arrest of his brother in law
President Buhari orders the arrest of his brother-in-law over alleged extortion. Mr President has told the (SSS) State security Services attached to the Villa to ensure that the business man recover this money from his brother-in-law. The suspect usually addressed as ''Alhaji Yola'' was accused of receiving 300 million from the business after promising to dupe with political access to secure an oil block from the Buhari administration.
Buhari, visibly angry was reported to have slammed the business man for partying with such significant cash when he already made it known that he would not participate in fraudulent transaction.
President Buhari has ordered that Yola be brought to him in hand cuffs along with the business man, whose name wasn't disclosed.
Saturday, 27 June 2015
President Obama to host President Buhari!!!!
United States' Presdient, Barack Obama to Host Nigerian counterpart, President Muhammadu Buhari on the 20th of July, this was made known by the white House on Thursday.
''The White House said ''President Obama will host Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari at the White House on July 20th''
A statement read that the visit will mark our support for the Nigerian people following their historic democratic elections and peaceful transfer of power.''
At the meeting the leaders will hold discussion on issues of interest to both nations and the AFP reports that both presidents will have a packed agenda.
The White House said the would discuss combating Boko Haram Militants. According to sources, over two millions people have been displaced since the 2009 by the activities of the insurgents in the north east of Nigeria.
Sharia Court in Kano sentences 9 people to death!!!
The upper Sharia Court has sentenced 9 people to death for blasphemy. The nine people including Sheik Abdul Nyas were sentenced to death over blasphemous and inciting statements on the prophet of Islam.
This was made known in Kano by the Spokesperson of the Kano Sharia Courts, Ibrahim Baba-Jibo while addressing a news conference. After series of hearing, the Kano State Upper Sharia Court, under the Section 110 and section 382B of the sharia Penal Code 2000, the accused persons were sentenced to death.
However four other persons : Alkassim Abubakar, Yahaya Abubakar, Isa Abubakar and Abdulahi Abubakar were not found wanting as they were discharged and acquitted. This will be done as soon as the State Governor appends his signature on their execution form.
Buhari dissolves NNPC board
President Muhammadu Buhari has dissolved the board of the NNPC with immediate effect. He made this known through a letter sent on Friday signed by Mr Danladi Kifashi the Head of the Civil Service of the the federation.
In the letter the president thanked the board members for their services to the nation. The NNPC had come under scrutiny after the former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor said the sum of $20 billion wasn't remitted from the sale of crude oil into the federation account.
The president said the missing $20 billion was going to be investigated during his administration. He stated this earlier this year.
Keep up the good work Mr President!!!
Supreme Court okays gay marriage in the US!!!
The supreme court gave their judgement yesterday and they have legalized gay marriage all over the US. Now gay marriage is now legal in all the 50 state of the United States of America. United State's President, Barack Obama who describes this decision as ''justice that arrives like a thunderbolt'' through his tweeter handle.
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Thursday, 25 June 2015
Finally senators set up committees to reduce salaries!!
According to tweets from the Senate President, Senator Bukola Saraki, two committees have been set up to reduce the salaries of lawmakers. See tweets above.
Jega to quit end of June?
Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman, Prof. Attahiru Jega's tenure ends in June 2015. He has made it clear that he won't continue even if offered the role again. Will he quit on the last day of his tenure, which is 30th of June?
Prof. Jega is the only INEC chairman that has conducted two general elections. He was elected by former President Goodluck Jonathan.
Sergio happy to move to Man-U
Sergio who is believed to have made it clear to Real Madrid he wants to leave and they should accept the offer from Manchester United. Manchester United have offered £35million as opening bid. If all goes well, he'll be joining Man-U this summer.
Eniola Badmus looks stunning in shorts!!
Actress Eniola Badmus is looking georgeous in shorts. She wore a blue top and shorts with sneakers to match.
You look good Eniola....kudos!
Obama shuts down Heckler
President Obama hosted a reception to observe the LGBT pride month in the East Room of the White House was interrupted for nearly two minutes by a heckler. Obama has had his share of hecklers in the past, but on Wednesday, 24th of June 2015, the heckler interrupted Obama's remarks by protesting the detention and deportation of gay, lesbian and transgender immigrants.
Sources said the heckler was a woman. She was heard shouting about deportations in English and Spanish.
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Emenike in hot romance with Ebube Nwagbo
International football star Emmanuel Emenike who plays for Turkish team Fenerbahçe is said to be in a romance with Ebube Nwagbo. Looks like their relationship is still quiet, because they want the public out of it. Sources say she was very busy at his father's burial...making sure everything went smoothly...like a girlfriend or wife to be and it was an awkward situation because Kcee was there.
Ebube hasn't been lucky with love, but we hope this is IT.
Our fingers are crossed....
Wednesday, 24 June 2015
Kim K's growing bump!
Pregnant Kim Kardarshain West show off her growing baby bump. Kim wore a very low-cut body suit as she touches down in Nice ahead of the Cannes Lions festival.
The sportswear style garment hugged her curves and a pair of Adidas originals from her husbands collections. Kim looked stylish with a khaki mackintosh, leather handbag and a pair of glasses.
Scott Disick cheating?
Kourtney Kardashian and her long time boyfriend, partner and baby daddy Scott Disick is allegedly cheating on Kourtney. Although they have 3 children together and never walked downj the aisle, their relationshipd has a lot of meltdowns, sexual allegaations, a rehad stint etc.
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Bobbi Kristina's new condtion
Bobbi Kristina Brown, a 22 year old actress, American television personality and daughter to Whitney Houston and Bobby Brown. Kristina has been in the hospital since January this year. She was found unresponsive in her Atlanta home. According to sources the family are still holding on and refuse to give up, they sing to her and pray to her.
According to People.com, a Houston family source spoke out about Bobbi Kristina Brown's condition this week, Krissi is breathing, but she cannot communicate.
Her father Bobby Brown is just taking things one day at a time and her grand mother Cissy Houston says she's in Gods hands.
New Ebola outbreak in Sierra Leone
There are two new reported cases of Ebola outbreak in a densely populated slum. Health officials say they are fears of further infections since the area was populated. This came after the country was thought to be free of Ebola for several weeks now.
Sierra Leone's National Ebola Response Centre said they are concerned because all Ebola quarantine facilities in Freetown had been closed.
This is reoccuring after about 11,000 people died since December 2013.
Enyeama Fails to appear before committee
Vincent Enyeama, super Eagles captain failed to appear before the Nigerian Football Federation Disciplinary Committee on Tuesday.
The Lille goalkeeper was invited to explain his ''provocative remarks'', in which he expressed his concerns about the safety of Kaduna, ahead of the Eagles' Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Chad.
''Enyeama may have ended his international career by snubbing the committee'' an NFF source told completesportsnigeria.com
He said he set a bad precedence for the team and will come with a bad penalty. Though Enyeama gave no reason for snubbing the panel at the time of filling this report but coach Keshi who showed up to defend himself, over an application for the cote ddÃvoire job, claimed he did not know Enyeama was summoned.
''No i am not aware. I only know of my own invitation. You can ask the NFF oficials they should tell you.
Robbers raid banks in Ikorodu-Lagos
Robbers raided two banks in Ikorodu on Wednesday morning and carted away unspecified amount of money.
The robbers attacked the banks located at Ipakodo Ebute, near Ogolonto in Ikorodu. They were said to to have used speed boats in accessing the community. They raided First Bank and another bank in the area.
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Caitlyn Jenner's kids miss Bruce Jenner?
According to RadarOnline, Caitlyn Jenner's kids are missing his old personality. Even though Caitlyn is extremely happy with what she has done. She has been living in the spotlight. People around her are missing her old personality. Her son Brody and the rest of the Jenner kids are currently feuding with her and sources say some some members of the Kardashian's are also turning against her too.
''Caitlyn is far from the person that she was prior to the transition that some people cannot even stand her now.'' a keeping up with the Kardashian family claims.
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Pokello weds Elikem
These duo have finally tied the knot...traditionally! Elikem Kumordzi former Ghanian 2013 BBA star wedded his BBA housemate Pokello Nare who is from Zimbabwe. They met in the Big Brother house in 2013- The Chase. They wedded in a private traditional marriage on Saturday in Harare. According to sources, he paid $25,000 as bride price.
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Chris Brown and Karrueche back together?
Earlier this month, precisely on the 4th of June Chris Brown was seen with Karrueche Tran in at a party in Playhouse Nightclub in Hollywood. The on and off couple were seen together and even got into the same car.....yea! Though they didn't arrive together. Considering the event was hosted by Christina Milan, who is Karrueche's BFF, it was no secret that Chris knew Karrueche would be there. Christina showed up first, followed by Karrueche.
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36 States owe N658 billion
The Federal Government on Tuesday during a meeting between the State Governors in Abuja has confirmed that the states are owing a total of N658 billion( $3.3 billion). Most States are facing serious financial crisis for instance been unable to pay staff salaries and other government obligations due to the fall in crude oil prices and servicing debts.
President Buhari said in a statement after a meeting with the state governors that the government could recover billions of dollars and in the shor term. Some money from the Excess Crude Account could be used to used to cover salaries.
Tuesday, 23 June 2015
Mother Theresa's successor dies!!!
Sister Nirmala Joshi who succeeded Nobel Laureate Mother Theresa in 1997 has died. She took over from Mother Theresa as Head of Missionaries and expanded the movement overseas. Sister Nirmala reached several countries and even Afghanistan, Israel and Thailand.
She stepped down in 2009 due to poor health.
Politicians from India's biggest political parties paid tribute to her. Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in a tweet: Sister Nirmala's life was devoted to service, caring for the poor and underprivileged. Saddened by her demise.
Reporting By Sujoy Dhar. Editing by Andrew MacAskill)
Buhari tells Governors to Brace up!
President Buhari have told Governors to brace up. He said this because the next three months may not be very but it was for the best. He made this known to the governors at the presidential villa while he was having a meeting with the governors. President Buhari also promised to recover stolen funds from the past government officials.
The meeting was called to find a solution to the problem the country was facing and inability of some states to pay salaries because the past governors abused their offices. Mr President also told the governors that the days of impunity and fiscal recklessness are over.
'The president told the governors in a statement issued by Mr Femi Adesina
''Honestly our problems are great but we will do our best to surmount them. ''The next three months may be hard, but billions of dollars can be recovered, and we will d our best''
Well done Mr president....keep it up!
Ajegunle Residents cry out!!!
Several parts of Lagos have good roads. when Vanguard visited the community last Monday, the four major roads in the community were riddled of pot holes, shallow drainage channels, lack of walk ways and street lights. This forced motorist. Motorcyclists and tricycles meandering through the potholes. The four major roads are : Boundary-Aiyetoro-Ojo Road-Alaba Sur; Boundary-Baale-Mba-Cardoso-Otto Woff'; Boundary -Tolu-Kirikiri-Berger Suya and Ojoku-Idewu-Industrial Avenue.
Ajegunle residents are calling on the State government to come to their rescue so that this problem can be fixed once and for all.
TECNO Winpad 10
TECNO introduces another pad- TECNO winpad 10 into the Nigerian market.
The Tecno winpad 10 features a 10.1-inch screen, 2GB RAM and 32GB space of internal storage. There is a SD card slot to expand storage up to 64GB, windows 8.1 OS and other lovely features.
INEC to clear promotion back log!
INEC's chairman Prof. Jega has promised that he'll make sure the promotion back log is cleared. He stated this at a retreat for Administrative Secretaries and Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) recently. Jega's tenure expires at the end of June, has promised to clear all back log of promotions before the end of the month. Jega vowed not accept the post even if offered again.
Cholera outbreak in Sudan
South Sudan suffers new cholera outbreak. So far there have been reported cases of 18 deaths and 180 infected. South Sudan's minister of Health Reik Gai told reporters the outbreak began in crowded United Nations refugee camp in the capital Juba where thousands sought shelter from the civil war. Koi said the first case was reported on the 1st of June.
Cholera is a bacterial infection that causes diarrhea and severe dehydration that can be fatal if not treated promptly. it can be transmitted through contaminated water or food.
Some material for this report came from VOA
Thousands die in China floods
Thousands die in China as flooding has affected the southern, central and eastern for the past 4 days. According to China's Civil Affairs Ministry, 18 people have been killed from the flood and storm that started on the 16th of June. Flooding have affected several parts of the country, shanghai was not left out. Four people are still missing.
Last month was the wettest May in China for around 40 years and hundreds of lives were lost.
James Horner dies in plane crash
James Horner the Oscar winning film composer has died in a plane crash. He composed titanic and braveheart. the Oscar winning composer died at the age of 61 in a plane in southern California. A single engine plane registered to Horner crashed near Santa Barbara on Monday morning. The identity of the pilot was unknown, but was later confirmed by his assistant. when she wrote on her Facebook page ;
'we have lost an amazing person with a huge heart and unbelievable talent'', Patrycja his assistant wrote
'He died doing what he loved. thank you all for your support.
The plane a S-312 Tucan MK1 turbo-props with two seats crashed at about 9:30am local time on Monday, no one else was on board. The family lawyer Jay Cooper, confirmed that the plane was one of the several he had. He was a trained pilot...he will be greatly missed.
Kim K and Kanye West expecting a boy!!!
Kim Kardashian West and hubby Kanye West are expecting a baby boy. According to E! online, Kim revealed last night that they are expecting a baby boy. The couple according to sources they feel 'beyond blessed'to be having a boy.
Kanye, 38 and Kim 34 feel like one daughter and one son is the perfect family balance. A source also adds, 'Kim is looking forward to seeing Kanye have a mini- me. Its no secret that the couple have been trying to have a second child for a while now though they have a 2 year old Nori together. Kim told E! News earlier this month at the 2015 CFDA Fashion awards that its been a long journey and they didn't think it was possible. she also said 'we are so, so grateful and so thankful. We're like over the moon.
Stephanie Linus is pregnant!!!!
Stephanie confirmed to Encomium magazine that they are expecting their first child. Stephanie and Linus got married in Paris in 2012.
Congrats to them.
Ik Ogbonna welcome son
Ik Ogbonna is now a father. He welcomed a son with his girlfriend Sonia Morales over the weekend.
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