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VIDEO: Confusion as Jang makes victory speech as Nigeria Governors Forum Chairman

VIDEO: Confusion as Jang makes victory speech as Nigeria Governors Forum Chairman

Published On Sunday, May 26, 2013. Under: Africa, News.
The Plateau State Governor, Jonah Jang, who claimed he was the duly elected Chairman of the Nigerian Governors Forum (NGF), has thanked his colleagues for the confidence reposed in him to serve them as the leader of NGF and pledged to work for the interest of the Forum and country. Governor Jang made these remarks ...
Let our rich be

Let our rich be

Published On Sunday, May 26, 2013. Under: Africa.
Whatever our rich do, the poor protest: From generators to private aircraft. Now, it is bullet-proof vehicles. What is it? I used to think it is only our students that do not rest, be they of the UI of Ibadan, or UI of Lagos, or UI of Ife, Kano or what have you! But no! Our ...
That the children may live…

That the children may live…

Published On Sunday, May 26, 2013. Under: Africa.
This soulless nation has governors who take champagne for breakfast, lunch and supper. Yet, there are children with holes in their hearts who have to beg good hearted people for hand-outs To celebrate this year’s Children’s Day Anniversary, dear reader, we focus on the question ‘What do our children mean to us as a nation?’ ...
NGF crisis: Jang group plots Amaechi’s expulsion from PDP

NGF crisis: Jang group plots Amaechi’s expulsion from PDP

Published On Sunday, May 26, 2013. Under: Africa, News.
• Pro-Amaechi governors launch counter-plot to sack Akpabio • Aggrieved governors meet VP, Anenih The battle for the soul of the Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) got messier yesterday with the anti-Amaechi forces pushing for the expulsion of the Rivers State Governor from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Amaechi was re-elected for a second term on ...
Jang is NGF chairman, 18 governors insist

Jang is NGF chairman, 18 governors insist

Published On Sunday, May 26, 2013. Under: Africa, News.
• Poll was not fair, we averted physical combat, says Mimiko Eighteen pro-Jang governors yesterday insisted that the Plateau State governor won Friday’s election as Chairman of Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) regardless of the fact that he had 16 votes against the 19 for Governor Rotimi Amaechi of Rivers State. In a communiqué at the ...
Nyako, Shettima, Geidam may sue Jonathan over funding of special forces

Nyako, Shettima, Geidam may sue Jonathan over funding of special forces

Published On Sunday, May 26, 2013. Under: Africa, News.
The governors of Adamawa, Borno and Yobe states may go to court to challenge plan by President Goodluck Jonathan to use their states’ monthly allocations to fund the military operations in the states under the emergency rule. Governors Murtala Nyako (Adamawa), Kashim Shettima (Borno) and Ibrahim Geidam (Yobe) are said to have sought legal advice ...
Opposition party will rebuild Nigeria, says Tinubu

Opposition party will rebuild Nigeria, says Tinubu

Published On Sunday, May 26, 2013. Under: Africa, News.
Leader of the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, declared yesterday in Kano that the opposition parties remain resolute in their desire to reconstruct Nigeria into a sturdy and bright home that will terminate the prevailing poverty rate, unemployment and insecurity. Asiwaju Tinubu, a key player in the promotion of the All Progressive ...
Amaechi is a traitor and will be treated as such –Asari-Dokubo

Amaechi is a traitor and will be treated as such –Asari-Dokubo

Published On Sunday, May 26, 2013. Under: Africa, News.
• ‘No! I’m not. Our rivals are bad losers’ – Amaechi • Obio/Akpor LG secretariat: No going back on workers’ warning strike – Rivers labour leaders Former militant and leader of the Niger Delta Peoples Volunteer Force (NDPVF), Alhaji Mujahid Asari-Dokubo, yesterday described Governor Rotimi Amaechi of Rivers State as a traitor to the cause ...
Bayern Munich bags fifth Champions League trophy

Bayern Munich bags fifth Champions League trophy

Published On Saturday, May 25, 2013. Under: Africa, News.
...Beat Dortmund 2-1 ARJEN Robben exorcised the ghosts of last season’s penalty miss against Chelsea to score the winner for Bayern Munich in the Champions League final. The Dutchman rolled in the decisive goal against Borussia Dortmund in the final few moments, having twice been denied in the first half. He also set up the ...
Police rescue 4 kidnapped expatriates in Port Harcourt

Police rescue 4 kidnapped expatriates in Port Harcourt

Published On Saturday, May 25, 2013. Under: Africa, News.
THE police in Rivers State have rescued four kidnapped expatriates. Those rescued were: Vadym Shytov and Oleksiv Ishmyetvev (Ukrainians) as well as Obaya Marak (from Kiribati), Mikhail Teresgji (Russian). They were kidnapped 100 nautical miles off the coast of Bayelsa State on April 22 and sighted around Borikiri, Port Harcourt two days ago. Men of ...
NGF: Governors at war

NGF: Governors at war

Published On Saturday, May 25, 2013. Under: Africa, News.
Almost 48 hours after governors under the aegis of the Nigerian Governors’ Forum elected a new chairman, the battle over the control of the 36 member body still rages. On Saturday, the incumbent chairman of the Forum, who is the Governor of Rivers State, Mr. Rotimi Amaechi and his challenger, Plateau State governor, Mr. Jonah... [Read More...]
Ubah to Obi: Allow Anambra people to choose next governor

Ubah to Obi: Allow Anambra people to choose next governor

Published On Saturday, May 25, 2013. Under: Africa, News.
•He is after himself, says Obi’s aide The aspiration of Capital Oil and Gas chairman, Dr Ifeanyi Ubah, to govern Anambra under the platform of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) received more backing yesterday. 10 political groups, including the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Association of former local government chairmen and councillors, All Nigeria Peoples ...
Presidency angry with Akpabio, others

Presidency angry with Akpabio, others

Published On Saturday, May 25, 2013. Under: Africa, News.
There were indications on Saturday that the Presidency was not happy with the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Godswill Akpabio, because of the outcome of the Nigerian Governors’ Forum election, which returned the incumbent, Governor Rotimi Amaechi, to office for the next two years. A presidential source, who spoke with our correspondent on condition of... [Read More...]
Demonic demonising

Demonic demonising

Published On Saturday, May 25, 2013. Under: Africa.
Nigerians all over the world, especially those in England, were in understandable frenzy during the week after the British media, true to type, made a song of the “Nigerian descent” of the two young British men held over the most horrific killing of a British soldier in Woolwich area of London on Tuesday, May 21.... [Read More...]
Developing your personal impact series: (1)

Developing your personal impact series: (1)

Published On Saturday, May 25, 2013. Under: Africa.
Our lifestyle, relationships with others and the impact we make within our environment is determined by our personality and the aura we exude. In these series, I will look at how you can grow your career by consciously developing what I call your ‘personal impact’ (PI). Personal impact stands for what we refer to in... [Read More...]
I’ve problem buttocks — Tarmar Awobotu

I’ve problem buttocks — Tarmar Awobotu

Published On Saturday, May 25, 2013. Under: Africa.
Background I am Tarmar Awobotu. I am 28 years old and from Ijebu, Ogun state. I am from a polygamous home but we were brought up to love one another and that is why we are a close-knit family. When I was in Nigeria (I am now based in South Africa), I studied Business Administration... [Read More...]
DataCash, MoPowered enhance mobile shopping

DataCash, MoPowered enhance mobile shopping

Published On Saturday, May 25, 2013. Under: Africa, Business.
DataCash, a MasterCard Company, on Friday announced a partnership with mobile commerce specialists MoPowered, cellular-news.com reported on Friday. The collaboration with MoPowered will enable DataCash’s merchants to meet the needs of a demanding mobile market by using MoPowered’s secure SaaS platform technology. MoPowered allows merchants to make the most of the growing smart  phone adoption... [Read More...]
Manipulation of constitution review

Manipulation of constitution review

Published On Saturday, May 25, 2013. Under: Africa.
WITH the National Assembly turning the latest opportunity to amend some sections of the 1999 Nigerian Constitution into a farce, it is imperative for all citizens interested in a stable democratic future for this country to urgently come together and stoutly resist the subtle, yet flagrant, manipulation being foisted on them by the federal lawmakers.... [Read More...]
How to exercise during pregnancy

How to exercise during pregnancy

Published On Saturday, May 25, 2013. Under: Africa.
- Being pregnant doesn’t necessarily mean getting fat. And it doesn’t have to mean being tired all the time. The way you feel (terrific or fatigued) and the way you look during pregnancy and as a new mother depends on actions you take during pregnancy regarding diet and exercise. - By eating a wide variety... [Read More...]
Emerhor gives out daughter

Emerhor gives out daughter

Published On Saturday, May 25, 2013. Under: Africa.
Nine months after the group CEO of Standard Alliance Insurance Plc, Olorogun O’Tega Emerhor, and his wife Rita celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary, the famed couple hosted another talk-of-the-town celebration last weekend when their eldest daughter, Ufuoma, wedded Toju Ashogbon. It was a gathering of the crème of society at the Guiding Light Assembly, Ikoyi,... [Read More...]
Hezbollah promises ‘victory’ in Syria conflict

Hezbollah promises ‘victory’ in Syria conflict

Published On Saturday, May 25, 2013. Under: Africa.
Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah on Saturday vowed “victory” in Syria, where militants of his powerful Lebanese Shiite movement are fighting alongside regular troops against rebels trying to topple the regime. “I say to all the honourable people, to the mujahedeen, to the heroes: I have always promised you a victory and now I pledge to... [Read More...]
Here comes Biola Okoya

Here comes Biola Okoya

Published On Saturday, May 25, 2013. Under: Africa.
If there is anything she loves to do, it is to have fun. The separated mother of two is never down for too long and when she bounces back, she does so in style. In her 40s, Biola, who is one of the daughters of billionaire industrialist, Chief Rasaq Okoya, attended the Butterscotch concert in... [Read More...]
Shimmery make-up

Shimmery make-up

Published On Saturday, May 25, 2013. Under: Africa.
Refer to them as metallic make-up and you are just right. When make-up is metallic, you stand out in a crowd. Metallic shades in hair and nails also add glamour to one’s look. According to idiva, metallic make-up combines rich high pigmented colour with intense shimmer. Your nails, eyes, lips and face get a lift... [Read More...]
Hunger epidemic in Lagos public schools

Hunger epidemic in Lagos public schools

Published On Saturday, May 25, 2013. Under: Africa.
As the world celebrates Children’s Day tomorrow, MOTUNRAYO   JOEL reports that some pupils in Lagos State public schools are suffering from malnutrition Less than a month ago, 15-year-old Abraham Adekunle died due to malnutrition. Adekunle slumped while taking an examination at State High School, Alimosho, Lagos State, in April. He was taken to the hospital... [Read More...]
Nigeria needs quality leadership — Okorie

Nigeria needs quality leadership — Okorie

Published On Saturday, May 25, 2013. Under: Africa.
President and founder of  Guardians of the Nation International, Mr. Linus Okorie, talks about how he plans to address the leadership deficit in Nigeria What is GOTNI all about? GOTNI is a leadership development organisation that was conceived about 16 years ago while I was in the university. I thought about how we could help... [Read More...]
80-year-old becomes oldest man to climb Mount Everest

80-year-old becomes oldest man to climb Mount Everest

Published On Saturday, May 25, 2013. Under: Africa.
An 80-year-old Japanese mountaineer, Yuichiro Miura, who climbed Mount Everest five years ago, but just missed becoming the oldest man to reach the summit, has finally claimed the title. Miura reached the summit days before his rival, 81-year-old Nepalese man Min Bahadur Sherchan, is due to set off on the same climb. Public broadcaster NHK... [Read More...]
Women should be proud of their curves — Immodesty Blaize

Women should be proud of their curves — Immodesty Blaize

Published On Saturday, May 25, 2013. Under: Africa.
Born Kelly Fletcher, she is popularly referred to as Immodesty Blaize. The British Burlesque dancer was crowned the Reigning Queen of Burlesque in June 2007. Known for her performance in Burlesque, which is a theatrical entertainment of broad and earthy humour, including comic skits and short turns, she has worked with the ilk of Grace... [Read More...]
Davido’s mean men

Davido’s mean men

Published On Saturday, May 25, 2013. Under: Africa.
Hip-hop music sensation, David Adeleke a.k.a Davido, caused quite a stir recently when he arrived at a popular shopping mall in Lagos with two hefty bodyguards in tow. The overzealous guards made it impossible for his fans to reach him. Davido, who is known for his plush lifestyle, arrived at the mall in his multi... [Read More...]
Amnesty committee meets Boko Haram in Kaduna

Amnesty committee meets Boko Haram in Kaduna

Published On Saturday, May 25, 2013. Under: Africa, News.
Members of the Presidential Committee on Dialogue and Peaceful Resolution of Security Challenges in the North led by its Chairman, Tanimu Turaki, on Friday toured institutions and places of worship bombed by Boko  Haram members in Kaduna State. The committee also visited some members of the terror group in an undisclosed detention in the state... [Read More...]
Brazil cancels $900m in African debt

Brazil cancels $900m in African debt

Published On Saturday, May 25, 2013. Under: Africa.
Brazil said on Saturday it plans to cancel $900 million (700 million euro) worth of debt in 12 African countries, as part of a broader strategy to boost ties with the continent. “The idea of having Africa as a special relationship for Brazil is strategic for Brazil’s foreign policy,” presidential spokesman Thomas Traumann told AFP... [Read More...]
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