Buhari’s Anti-corruption Crusade A Propaganda War – Yakassai

Elder statesman and Presidential Liaison Officer in the Second Republic, Dr Tanko Yakassai, has described the anti-corruption efforts of the Muhammadu Buhari administration as a mere propaganda war. Sadly, it has won over right thinking men like Prof. Wole Soyinka, according to Yakassai.

He chided the Buhari administration for its open disdain for valid court orders urging him to obey all court orders relating to the former National Security Adviser, NSA, Col. Sambo Dasuki (retd).

Speaking with Vanguard in Abuja, Yakassai said Buhari can only be taken serious if he extends his dragnet across the inter-party divide as well as to other tiers of government.

“The Federal Government of Nigeria is only fighting Sambo Dasuki. Should the fight against corruption begin and end with Dasuki? Is he the only “corrupt” person? Till today, they have not even started his case in the court. He was granted bail twice and they refused to let him go. This is not a fight against corruption. It is a propaganda fight.

“They even convinced people like Prof. Wole Soyinka who now believes that there is a fight against corruption, but there is no such thing. Otherwise, how many people have they arrested?

“All the people that are arrested today are connected with Dasuki. No other person has been picked. What of the governors, ministers, top civil servants and local government officials? Can you fight one person and say you are fighting corruption?” he queried.

Speaking further, Yakassai traced the menace of corruption to the military, saying their incursion into politics in 1966 and 1983 only helped to teach politicians how to steal.

Buhari’s Anti-corruption Crusade A Propaganda War – Yakassai

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Elder statesman and Presidential Liaison Officer in the Second Republic, Dr Tanko Yakassai, has described the anti-corruption efforts of the Muhammadu Buhari administration as a mere propaganda war. Sadly, it has won over right thinking men like Prof. Wole Soyinka, according to Yakassai.

He chided the Buhari administration for its open disdain for valid court orders urging him to obey all court orders relating to the former National Security Adviser, NSA, Col. Sambo Dasuki (retd).

Speaking with Vanguard in Abuja, Yakassai said Buhari can only be taken serious if he extends his dragnet across the inter-party divide as well as to other tiers of government.

“The Federal Government of Nigeria is only fighting Sambo Dasuki. Should the fight against corruption begin and end with Dasuki? Is he the only “corrupt” person? Till today, they have not even started his case in the court. He was granted bail twice and they refused to let him go. This is not a fight against corruption. It is a propaganda fight.

“They even convinced people like Prof. Wole Soyinka who now believes that there is a fight against corruption, but there is no such thing. Otherwise, how many people have they arrested?

“All the people that are arrested today are connected with Dasuki. No other person has been picked. What of the governors, ministers, top civil servants and local government officials? Can you fight one person and say you are fighting corruption?” he queried.

Speaking further, Yakassai traced the menace of corruption to the military, saying their incursion into politics in 1966 and 1983 only helped to teach politicians how to steal.

Femi Otedola Named Africa’s Highest Gaining Billionaire For 2015, Raking In $1.81billion

You know how everyone is complaining about how hard things are, well, not Femi Otedola!

The billionaire who is Chairman of Forte Oil made so much money last year, earning so much that it has landed him on the Number 1 spot as Africa’s highest gaining billionaire in 2015.

According to Forbes, more African billionaires saw a drop in their net worth in 2015 but Femi Otedola’s fortunes rose by a whopping 75% by the end of 2015.

He went from earning $778 million in 2014 to $1.81 billion in 2015.

According to Ventures Africa, only 5 of the 21 African billionaires grew richer between 2014 and 2015.

Apart from Otedola who was the highest gaining the others on the list are:

Mohammed Dewji (Tanzania)

Christofell Wiese (South Africa)

Isabel Dos Santos (Angola)

Issad Rebrab (Algeria)

Femi Otedola Named Africa’s Highest Gaining Billionaire For 2015, Raking In $1.81billion

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You know how everyone is complaining about how hard things are, well, not Femi Otedola!

The billionaire who is Chairman of Forte Oil made so much money last year, earning so much that it has landed him on the Number 1 spot as Africa’s highest gaining billionaire in 2015.

According to Forbes, more African billionaires saw a drop in their net worth in 2015 but Femi Otedola’s fortunes rose by a whopping 75% by the end of 2015.

He went from earning $778 million in 2014 to $1.81 billion in 2015.

According to Ventures Africa, only 5 of the 21 African billionaires grew richer between 2014 and 2015.

Apart from Otedola who was the highest gaining the others on the list are:

Mohammed Dewji (Tanzania)

Christofell Wiese (South Africa)

Isabel Dos Santos (Angola)

Issad Rebrab (Algeria)

Bayelsa Election: Results Collation Ongoing In Bayelsa

Voting has been concluded in some polling units in Bayelsa State and collection of results is currently ongoing.

Meanwhile, snatching of ballot boxes, violence and sporadic shootings reportedly disrupted proceedings. Two persons suspected to be agents of one of the political parties involved in the supplementary governorship election in the state were said to have been arrested by soldiers for allegedly snatching a ballot box.

The supplementary election in Bayelsa State is holding in Southern Ijaw and in 101 polling units in other parts of the state where the Dec. 5, 2015 governorship poll was cancelled due to violence.

Despite reports of violence, spokesman of the State Police Command, Mr Asinim Butswat said reports from the units indicate that all is calm.

“The command has done necessary deployments to all polling units. In most units, accreditation and voting have commenced and it has been peaceful so far,” he told the News Agency of Nigeria.

“Our men are on ground and are on top of the situation,” he said.

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Voting has been concluded in some polling units in Bayelsa State and collection of results is currently ongoing.

Meanwhile, snatching of ballot boxes, violence and sporadic shootings reportedly disrupted proceedings. Two persons suspected to be agents of one of the political parties involved in the supplementary governorship election in the state were said to have been arrested by soldiers for allegedly snatching a ballot box.

The supplementary election in Bayelsa State is holding in Southern Ijaw and in 101 polling units in other parts of the state where the Dec. 5, 2015 governorship poll was cancelled due to violence.

Despite reports of violence, spokesman of the State Police Command, Mr Asinim Butswat said reports from the units indicate that all is calm.

“The command has done necessary deployments to all polling units. In most units, accreditation and voting have commenced and it has been peaceful so far,” he told the News Agency of Nigeria.

“Our men are on ground and are on top of the situation,” he said.

President Buhari Is Loosing His Respect! The Reasons Why Doyin Okupe Might Be Right With This Claim

Senior Special Assistant on Public Affairs to former President Goodluck Jonathan, Doyin Okupe in an interview with Punch Newspaper said that recent happenings like the arrest of Olisa Metuh, National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, is making President Buhari lose respect.
 Dailynew9ja having analyzed the interview brings you the 6 reasons why Okupe made this assertion…

– With the hounding of opposition members, he is losing respect in the eyes of the international community

– According to Okupe, Buhari’s ‘selective’ probe is eroding his integrity.

– By arresting Metuh, Buhari is trying to dabble into or control the finances of the PDP, as party finances for which Metuh is being probed is not the business of the government.

– Okupe says the PDP spent billions of naira to fund its campaigns in the media just exactly the same way the APC spent theirs, so probing members of the opposition PDP based on that is eroding Buhari of his public respect.

– Okupe says since the former National Publicity Secretary of the APC, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, cannot deny that he didn’t collect money for campaigns during the last elections, therefore Olisa Metuh shouldn’t be asked the same.

– As long as the Federal Government is not asking questions on the sources of the APC’s campaign funds, the PDP shouldn’t be asked the same.

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President Buhari Is Loosing His Respect! The Reasons Why Doyin Okupe Might Be Right With This Claim

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Senior Special Assistant on Public Affairs to former President Goodluck Jonathan, Doyin Okupe in an interview with Punch Newspaper said that recent happenings like the arrest of Olisa Metuh, National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, is making President Buhari lose respect.
 Dailynew9ja having analyzed the interview brings you the 6 reasons why Okupe made this assertion…

– With the hounding of opposition members, he is losing respect in the eyes of the international community

– According to Okupe, Buhari’s ‘selective’ probe is eroding his integrity.

– By arresting Metuh, Buhari is trying to dabble into or control the finances of the PDP, as party finances for which Metuh is being probed is not the business of the government.

– Okupe says the PDP spent billions of naira to fund its campaigns in the media just exactly the same way the APC spent theirs, so probing members of the opposition PDP based on that is eroding Buhari of his public respect.

– Okupe says since the former National Publicity Secretary of the APC, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, cannot deny that he didn’t collect money for campaigns during the last elections, therefore Olisa Metuh shouldn’t be asked the same.

– As long as the Federal Government is not asking questions on the sources of the APC’s campaign funds, the PDP shouldn’t be asked the same.

Do you accept this?

Four Reasons Why Jim Nwobodo Defected To APC

Senator Jim Nwobodo, who was the first executive Governor of old Anambra State has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and he says the only reason he joined the APC is because he wants his people to be part of the Federal Government at the centre.

However, did you know Nwobodo was recently mentioned in the $2.1bn arrms gate? Based the facts available Dailynews9a has put together the 4 things you should know about Nwobodo…

– Embattled former National Security Adviser (NSA) Col. Sambo Dasuki (rtd) named Nwobodo as one of those who benefited from the arms deal sharing to the tune of N500m.

– Nwobodo, who is currently being investigated by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in a telephone interview with Premium Times recently revealed that he only received the sum of N100million from the PDP for “campaign logistics” not from Mr. Dasuki. Going further to say that he has never met Dasuki in person.

– Did you know that Nwobodo is a founding member of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), but temporarily transferred to the United Nigeria People’s Party (UNPP), during the 2003 General elections in other to run for the office of the president?

– Did you know that after the Military under General Muhammadu Buhari took control in December 1983, Nwobodo was imprisoned for a period???.

Is he trying to prevent history from repeating itself???

Four Reasons Why Jim Nwobodo Defected To APC

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Senator Jim Nwobodo, who was the first executive Governor of old Anambra State has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and he says the only reason he joined the APC is because he wants his people to be part of the Federal Government at the centre.

However, did you know Nwobodo was recently mentioned in the $2.1bn arrms gate? Based the facts available Dailynews9a has put together the 4 things you should know about Nwobodo…

– Embattled former National Security Adviser (NSA) Col. Sambo Dasuki (rtd) named Nwobodo as one of those who benefited from the arms deal sharing to the tune of N500m.

– Nwobodo, who is currently being investigated by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in a telephone interview with Premium Times recently revealed that he only received the sum of N100million from the PDP for “campaign logistics” not from Mr. Dasuki. Going further to say that he has never met Dasuki in person.

– Did you know that Nwobodo is a founding member of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), but temporarily transferred to the United Nigeria People’s Party (UNPP), during the 2003 General elections in other to run for the office of the president?

– Did you know that after the Military under General Muhammadu Buhari took control in December 1983, Nwobodo was imprisoned for a period???.

Is he trying to prevent history from repeating itself???

Who’s Next??? EFCC Raids Home Of Ex Custom Boss!!! 4 Things You Must Know About Him And The Raid

Officials of the Economic and Financial Crrimes Commission, EFCC earlier today besieged the Abuja residence of former Comptroller General of Nigerian Customs, ‎Abdullahi Dikko Nde, who is currently outside the country. With the spate of arrest, could he be next? Well, Information Nigeria brings you 4 things you must know about the raided man…

– Just like Buhari, he is also from Katsina State.

– Inde became Comptroller-General of Customs on August 17, 2009 but resigned his appointment in August, 2015, four months after President Buhari came into office.

– When his help was reportedly sought by president Buhari ahead of the March 2015 presidential election, he was said to have shun Buhari because he was a strong supporter of President Jonathan.

– Sources claim he tried to enter Buhari’s good book as soon as Buhari won the election but that did not work out.

Who’s Next??? EFCC Raids Home Of Ex Custom Boss!!! 4 Things You Must Know About Him And The Raid

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Officials of the Economic and Financial Crrimes Commission, EFCC earlier today besieged the Abuja residence of former Comptroller General of Nigerian Customs, ‎Abdullahi Dikko Nde, who is currently outside the country. With the spate of arrest, could he be next? Well, Information Nigeria brings you 4 things you must know about the raided man…

– Just like Buhari, he is also from Katsina State.

– Inde became Comptroller-General of Customs on August 17, 2009 but resigned his appointment in August, 2015, four months after President Buhari came into office.

– When his help was reportedly sought by president Buhari ahead of the March 2015 presidential election, he was said to have shun Buhari because he was a strong supporter of President Jonathan.

– Sources claim he tried to enter Buhari’s good book as soon as Buhari won the election but that did not work out.

Selfish Leaders Have Hindered Nigeria’s Growth – Obasanjo

Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, yesterday, said selfish leaders have hindered the growth of the country.

Speaking when the leadership and members of the Scout Association of Nigeria paid him a courtesy visit and decorated him as Messenger of Peace Ambassador for Africa at his Presidential Hilltop mansion in Abeokuta, Obasanjo said for a leader to succeed he must always be prepared at all time to face challenges, especially unexpected challenges.

“We need a Scout spirit in our country not just for individual benefit alone but also for services to the nation. Work collectively and provide the leadership that will make us get progress,” he said.

He assured the group that he would help it to inform President Muhammadu Buhari to fix a date for his decoration as the Grand Patron of the association which is automatic in line with the association’s constitution.

Selfish Leaders Have Hindered Nigeria’s Growth – Obasanjo

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Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, yesterday, said selfish leaders have hindered the growth of the country.

Speaking when the leadership and members of the Scout Association of Nigeria paid him a courtesy visit and decorated him as Messenger of Peace Ambassador for Africa at his Presidential Hilltop mansion in Abeokuta, Obasanjo said for a leader to succeed he must always be prepared at all time to face challenges, especially unexpected challenges.

“We need a Scout spirit in our country not just for individual benefit alone but also for services to the nation. Work collectively and provide the leadership that will make us get progress,” he said.

He assured the group that he would help it to inform President Muhammadu Buhari to fix a date for his decoration as the Grand Patron of the association which is automatic in line with the association’s constitution.

Lassa Fever Has Claimed 40 Lives In Nigeria – FG

The Federal Government has confirmed the death of 40 people out of 86 reported cases of Lassa fever outbreak in 10 states.

Minister of Health, Prof. Isaac Adewole, while briefing newsmen on the outbreak of the haemorrhagic fever in Abuja. Adewole advised communities to improve on their hygiene, including food hygiene and food protection practices.

“Avoid drying food in the open and along roadsides, it is also important to cover all foods to prevent rodents contamination,” he said.

According to him, the affected states are Bauchi, Nasarawa, Niger, Taraba, Kano, Rivers, Edo, Plateau, Gombe and Oyo. “The public is hereby assured that government and its partners and other stakeholders are working tirelessly to address the outbreak and bring it to timely end.”

He said the ministry had ordered for the immediate release of adequate quantities of “ribavirin”, the specific antiviral drug for Lassa fever, to the affected states for prompt treatment of cases. Adewole added that the ministry deployed rapid response teams to all affected states to assist in investigating and verifying the cases as well as tracing of contacts.
Adewole said Nigeria has the capability to diagnose Lassa fever, adding that “all the cases reported so far were confirmed by our laboratories”.

“The ministry would not impose travel restrictions as a form of control measure ‘from and to’ the areas currently affected by the outbreak,” Adewole said.

Lassa Fever Has Claimed 40 Lives In Nigeria – FG

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The Federal Government has confirmed the death of 40 people out of 86 reported cases of Lassa fever outbreak in 10 states.

Minister of Health, Prof. Isaac Adewole, while briefing newsmen on the outbreak of the haemorrhagic fever in Abuja. Adewole advised communities to improve on their hygiene, including food hygiene and food protection practices.

“Avoid drying food in the open and along roadsides, it is also important to cover all foods to prevent rodents contamination,” he said.

According to him, the affected states are Bauchi, Nasarawa, Niger, Taraba, Kano, Rivers, Edo, Plateau, Gombe and Oyo. “The public is hereby assured that government and its partners and other stakeholders are working tirelessly to address the outbreak and bring it to timely end.”

He said the ministry had ordered for the immediate release of adequate quantities of “ribavirin”, the specific antiviral drug for Lassa fever, to the affected states for prompt treatment of cases. Adewole added that the ministry deployed rapid response teams to all affected states to assist in investigating and verifying the cases as well as tracing of contacts.
Adewole said Nigeria has the capability to diagnose Lassa fever, adding that “all the cases reported so far were confirmed by our laboratories”.

“The ministry would not impose travel restrictions as a form of control measure ‘from and to’ the areas currently affected by the outbreak,” Adewole said.

Task Force Seals 5 Filling Stations In Kano For Sharp Practices

The Kano State Task Force Committee on Distribution of Petroleum Products has sealed off five filling stations found selling above the approved pump price in the night.

Chairman of the committee, Rabiu Bako, disclosed this to journalists in Kano on Friday.



According to Bako, some of the filling stations were found to be selling petrol to black marketers at 5am and at a price ranging between N110 and N130 per litre.

“This is a complete violation of the order on the government approved price of N86.50 per liter”, he said.

He said the affected filling stations would remain shut until they pay the fine imposed on them.

The chairman listed the filling stations as Misbahu Oil Jogana; Misbahu Oil Panshekara; Badum Oil; B. A. Bello located on Daura Road and Autan-Bawo in Dawakin Tofa.

He warned that the committee would not allow some unpatriotic marketers to create artificial scarcity of the commodity in order to maximise profit.

“We shall continue to embark on night operation so as to track down such unpatriotic marketers with a view to sanctioning them”, Mr. Bako said.

He said since the task force commenced operation in the last two weeks, it had distributed over nine million litres of fuel across the state.

He said the price of the commodity had, therefore, gone down even at the black market where a four-litre gallon, which used to sell at between N1, 000 and N1, 200, had now crashed to N600.

(NAN)

Task Force Seals 5 Filling Stations In Kano For Sharp Practices

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The Kano State Task Force Committee on Distribution of Petroleum Products has sealed off five filling stations found selling above the approved pump price in the night.

Chairman of the committee, Rabiu Bako, disclosed this to journalists in Kano on Friday.



According to Bako, some of the filling stations were found to be selling petrol to black marketers at 5am and at a price ranging between N110 and N130 per litre.

“This is a complete violation of the order on the government approved price of N86.50 per liter”, he said.

He said the affected filling stations would remain shut until they pay the fine imposed on them.

The chairman listed the filling stations as Misbahu Oil Jogana; Misbahu Oil Panshekara; Badum Oil; B. A. Bello located on Daura Road and Autan-Bawo in Dawakin Tofa.

He warned that the committee would not allow some unpatriotic marketers to create artificial scarcity of the commodity in order to maximise profit.

“We shall continue to embark on night operation so as to track down such unpatriotic marketers with a view to sanctioning them”, Mr. Bako said.

He said since the task force commenced operation in the last two weeks, it had distributed over nine million litres of fuel across the state.

He said the price of the commodity had, therefore, gone down even at the black market where a four-litre gallon, which used to sell at between N1, 000 and N1, 200, had now crashed to N600.

(NAN)

Army Rescues 3, 212 Boko Haram Hostages In Dikwa

The military in Dikwa have rescued 3,212 people that include women and children, who had been held captive by Boko Haram for upward of 3 months in villages and Boko Haram camps around Dikwa.

The former captives have since been moved to a camp in Dikwa en route Maiduguri, the Borno State capital.

Dikwa is one of the Local Government Areas of Borno state from where the military recently dislodged Boko Haram fighters.

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The military in Dikwa have rescued 3,212 people that include women and children, who had been held captive by Boko Haram for upward of 3 months in villages and Boko Haram camps around Dikwa.

The former captives have since been moved to a camp in Dikwa en route Maiduguri, the Borno State capital.

Dikwa is one of the Local Government Areas of Borno state from where the military recently dislodged Boko Haram fighters.

Bayelsa Supplementary Polls: Police Bar Personnel From Escorting VIPs To Polling Units

With some few hours to the supplementary governorship election in Bayelsa State, the state police command has threatened to sanction personnel who escort their principals to polling units during the exercise.

The supplementary election is slated for Southern Ijaw council area and in 101 units across six local government areas of the state.

The Bayelsa Police Command spokesperson, Asinim Butswat, said violation of the order amounts to indiscipline and disobedience, adding that any officer caught will be dealt with severely.

According to him, “VIPs, political appointees are advised to desist from using security men as escorts to polling units.

“They should equally restrict themselves to their polling units after voting, as movement to other locations will amount to intimidation, campaign and a gross violation of extant electoral laws.

“Police officers, i.e SPU, PMF, Counter Terrorist Unit among others, are hereby warned to desist from escorting their principals to polling units on election date.

“Any violation to this order will amount to indiscipline and disobedience to lawful order. Any officer caught will be dealt with severely”.

Butswat, a Deputy Superintendent of Police, DSP, advised electorates in the areas where supplementary polls are to hold on Saturday to go and cast their votes for candidates of their choice without fear as adequate security measures have been put in place to curtail the activities of miscreants.

Bayelsa Supplementary Polls: Police Bar Personnel From Escorting VIPs To Polling Units

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With some few hours to the supplementary governorship election in Bayelsa State, the state police command has threatened to sanction personnel who escort their principals to polling units during the exercise.

The supplementary election is slated for Southern Ijaw council area and in 101 units across six local government areas of the state.

The Bayelsa Police Command spokesperson, Asinim Butswat, said violation of the order amounts to indiscipline and disobedience, adding that any officer caught will be dealt with severely.

According to him, “VIPs, political appointees are advised to desist from using security men as escorts to polling units.

“They should equally restrict themselves to their polling units after voting, as movement to other locations will amount to intimidation, campaign and a gross violation of extant electoral laws.

“Police officers, i.e SPU, PMF, Counter Terrorist Unit among others, are hereby warned to desist from escorting their principals to polling units on election date.

“Any violation to this order will amount to indiscipline and disobedience to lawful order. Any officer caught will be dealt with severely”.

Butswat, a Deputy Superintendent of Police, DSP, advised electorates in the areas where supplementary polls are to hold on Saturday to go and cast their votes for candidates of their choice without fear as adequate security measures have been put in place to curtail the activities of miscreants.

Bayelsa poll: Armed men bomb speaker’s house

Vanguard

Release or charge our son to court, Metuh’s family tells FG

FOUR days after the arrest of the National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Chief Olisa Metuh, by officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, his family has cried out, demanding that he should be released or charged to court.
http://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/01/release-or-charge-our-son-to-court-metuhs-family-tells-fg/

Punch

We’ll invest in science, tech education–Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday said his administration’s goal of ensuring safety of lives and property as well as encouraging economic stability could best be achieved if the country embraced science and technology.
http://www.punchng.com/well-invest-in-science-tech-education-buhari/

The Sun

Bayelsa poll: Armed men bomb speaker’s house

Speaker of Bayelsa House of Assembly, Kombowei Benson, has claimed that masked men yesterday morning, in Korokorosei bombed his country home, 48 hours to the supplementary election in Southern Ijaw Local Government and 101 polling units in the state.

http://sunnewsonline.com/new/bayelsa-poll-armed-men-bomb-speakers-house/

Thisday

Jonathan, Commonwealth Secretary-General Meet, Discuss Credible Elections

Former President Goodluck Jonathan on Thursday paid a courtesy call on the Commonwealth Secretary-General, Kamalesh Sharma, at its headquarters  at Marlborough House.
http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/jonathan-commonwealth-secretary-general-meet-discuss-credible-elections/229776/

Daily Times

Edo commences recruitment of 5,000 teachers

The Edo state government has commenced the process of recruiting 5,000 teachers for its public primary and secondary schools, Mr. Gideon Obakhan, the state’s Commissioner for Education, has said.
http://dailytimes.com.ng/edo-commences-recruitment-5000-teachers/

Daily Trust

Senate’s 3 bills in 7 months

So far, only three bills have been passed by the Senate since the inauguration of the Upper Chamber seven months ago. Our correspondent looks at the task head of the Red Chamber as the lawmakers resume for the second leg of the 2015 /2016 legislative year

http://www.dailytrust.com.ng/news/politics/senate-s-3-bills-in-7-months/127801.html

National Mirror

EFCC boss visits Aso Rock

Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ibrahim Magu, was at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, yesterday to seek audience with President Muhammadu Buhari.
http://nationalmirroronline.net/new/efcc-boss-visits-aso-rock/

The Nation

$2.1b arms cash: Panel invites 241 firms, others

No fewer than 241 companies, individuals and organisations are to appear before the Office of National Security Adviser (ONSA) over contracts awarded by the office between 2011 and 2015. Those who fail to appear risk being embarrassed, the office warned yesterday.
http://thenationonlineng.net/2-1b-arms-cash-panel-invites-241-firms-others/

New Telegraph

Why we killed 50 victims, by robbery suspects

A 32-year-old robbery suspect, Fashola Adewunmi, has told policemen in Lagos that he and his gang members had killed about 50 victims during various operations.
http://newtelegraphonline.com/killed-50-victims-robbery-suspects/

Daily Independent

Igbo Intimidating Buhari With Biafra To Get Appointments – Sagay

Constitutional lawyer and Chairman of the Presidential Advisory Committee on Corruption, Prof. Itse Sagay (SAN) on Thursday came down hard on proponents of the agitation of Biafra Republic, saying they are doing so for selfish reasons
http://dailyindependentnig.com/2016/01/igbo-intimidating-b

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Vanguard

Release or charge our son to court, Metuh’s family tells FG

FOUR days after the arrest of the National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Chief Olisa Metuh, by officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, his family has cried out, demanding that he should be released or charged to court.
http://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/01/release-or-charge-our-son-to-court-metuhs-family-tells-fg/

Punch

We’ll invest in science, tech education–Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday said his administration’s goal of ensuring safety of lives and property as well as encouraging economic stability could best be achieved if the country embraced science and technology.
http://www.punchng.com/well-invest-in-science-tech-education-buhari/

The Sun

Bayelsa poll: Armed men bomb speaker’s house

Speaker of Bayelsa House of Assembly, Kombowei Benson, has claimed that masked men yesterday morning, in Korokorosei bombed his country home, 48 hours to the supplementary election in Southern Ijaw Local Government and 101 polling units in the state.

http://sunnewsonline.com/new/bayelsa-poll-armed-men-bomb-speakers-house/

Thisday

Jonathan, Commonwealth Secretary-General Meet, Discuss Credible Elections

Former President Goodluck Jonathan on Thursday paid a courtesy call on the Commonwealth Secretary-General, Kamalesh Sharma, at its headquarters  at Marlborough House.
http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/jonathan-commonwealth-secretary-general-meet-discuss-credible-elections/229776/

Daily Times

Edo commences recruitment of 5,000 teachers

The Edo state government has commenced the process of recruiting 5,000 teachers for its public primary and secondary schools, Mr. Gideon Obakhan, the state’s Commissioner for Education, has said.
http://dailytimes.com.ng/edo-commences-recruitment-5000-teachers/

Daily Trust

Senate’s 3 bills in 7 months

So far, only three bills have been passed by the Senate since the inauguration of the Upper Chamber seven months ago. Our correspondent looks at the task head of the Red Chamber as the lawmakers resume for the second leg of the 2015 /2016 legislative year

http://www.dailytrust.com.ng/news/politics/senate-s-3-bills-in-7-months/127801.html

National Mirror

EFCC boss visits Aso Rock

Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ibrahim Magu, was at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, yesterday to seek audience with President Muhammadu Buhari.
http://nationalmirroronline.net/new/efcc-boss-visits-aso-rock/

The Nation

$2.1b arms cash: Panel invites 241 firms, others

No fewer than 241 companies, individuals and organisations are to appear before the Office of National Security Adviser (ONSA) over contracts awarded by the office between 2011 and 2015. Those who fail to appear risk being embarrassed, the office warned yesterday.
http://thenationonlineng.net/2-1b-arms-cash-panel-invites-241-firms-others/

New Telegraph

Why we killed 50 victims, by robbery suspects

A 32-year-old robbery suspect, Fashola Adewunmi, has told policemen in Lagos that he and his gang members had killed about 50 victims during various operations.
http://newtelegraphonline.com/killed-50-victims-robbery-suspects/

Daily Independent

Igbo Intimidating Buhari With Biafra To Get Appointments – Sagay

Constitutional lawyer and Chairman of the Presidential Advisory Committee on Corruption, Prof. Itse Sagay (SAN) on Thursday came down hard on proponents of the agitation of Biafra Republic, saying they are doing so for selfish reasons
http://dailyindependentnig.com/2016/01/igbo-intimidating-b

Yuguda Asks Nigerians To Pray For And Be Patient With President Buhari

Former governor of Bauchi State, Malam Isa Yuguda has called on Nigerians to pray for President Muhammadu Buhari and be patient with him as he leads the country towards economic recovery and end to security challenges facing the nation.
“What is happening today is like when you want a deep wound to heal quickly, you need to wash it thoroughly with the necessary disinfectants and chemicals. It pains as it bleeds. But the gain is actually in the pain especially where there is an assurance that what we are doing is right. It is only a temporary pain. This is the stage we are in the country now and it calls for deep patience and understanding of all citizens,” Yuguda said in a statement issued from Abuja.

“We can discern clearly that President Buhari is trying to make things work. His clarity of purpose is as unmistakable as his sincerity. Nigerians should try to be patient. Take for example the situation in the oil sector where it has not been possible to dismantle the cartel in that sector in the past.

“Everybody has a critical role to play in the ongoing nation-building process including those who served in whatever capacity in the past. Our present political office holders need to accommodate the opinions of former public office holders for the collective benefit of the country. It is not everybody who once served that is corrupt. This mindset should change.

“On a very personal note, I did my best while in office but some misguided elements went on social media platforms to discredit me unjustly and ignorantly, accusing me of what I did not do. I leave them to Almighty Allah’s judgment. I served my people and my country to the best of my ability and conscience. I love my country. We have no other country we can call our own,” he said.

Yuguda Asks Nigerians To Pray For And Be Patient With President Buhari

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Former governor of Bauchi State, Malam Isa Yuguda has called on Nigerians to pray for President Muhammadu Buhari and be patient with him as he leads the country towards economic recovery and end to security challenges facing the nation.
“What is happening today is like when you want a deep wound to heal quickly, you need to wash it thoroughly with the necessary disinfectants and chemicals. It pains as it bleeds. But the gain is actually in the pain especially where there is an assurance that what we are doing is right. It is only a temporary pain. This is the stage we are in the country now and it calls for deep patience and understanding of all citizens,” Yuguda said in a statement issued from Abuja.

“We can discern clearly that President Buhari is trying to make things work. His clarity of purpose is as unmistakable as his sincerity. Nigerians should try to be patient. Take for example the situation in the oil sector where it has not been possible to dismantle the cartel in that sector in the past.

“Everybody has a critical role to play in the ongoing nation-building process including those who served in whatever capacity in the past. Our present political office holders need to accommodate the opinions of former public office holders for the collective benefit of the country. It is not everybody who once served that is corrupt. This mindset should change.

“On a very personal note, I did my best while in office but some misguided elements went on social media platforms to discredit me unjustly and ignorantly, accusing me of what I did not do. I leave them to Almighty Allah’s judgment. I served my people and my country to the best of my ability and conscience. I love my country. We have no other country we can call our own,” he said.

Gunmen Open Fire On Tourist Bus Outside Cairo Hotel

Gunmen on a motorcycle have attacked a hotel in the Egyptian capital, Cairo, as tourists were boarding a bus parked outside the building, the Interior Ministry said on Thursday, adding that no one was hurt. Thursday’s attack took place outside the Three Pyramids Hotel which is situated on a road leading to the famous Giza pyramids, the ministry said in a statement carried by Associated Press news agency.

A suspect was arrested, who was part of a group of about 15 people who threw flares at the hotel’s security post, the statement said. It added that the hotel’s facade and the bus were damaged in the attack. Police were still searching for the rest of the group, the statement said. It did not identify the arrested suspect.

“The first thing they fired was flares, and then they started firing at the bus. Later they started firing birdshot at the hotel and tried to throw Molotov cocktails at the bus,” said Jaber Jabarin, an Arab Israeli citizen who was staying at the hotel and witnessed the attack.

The motive for the attack was unclear and no one immediately claimed responsibility for it. In Jerusalem, Alon Lavi, a spokesman for Israel’s Foreign Ministry, said the bus that was hit on Thursday was in use by a group of visiting Arab Israelis but that no one was inside the bus at the time of the incident and that no Israelis were hurt.

Aljazeera.

Gunmen Open Fire On Tourist Bus Outside Cairo Hotel

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Gunmen on a motorcycle have attacked a hotel in the Egyptian capital, Cairo, as tourists were boarding a bus parked outside the building, the Interior Ministry said on Thursday, adding that no one was hurt. Thursday’s attack took place outside the Three Pyramids Hotel which is situated on a road leading to the famous Giza pyramids, the ministry said in a statement carried by Associated Press news agency.

A suspect was arrested, who was part of a group of about 15 people who threw flares at the hotel’s security post, the statement said. It added that the hotel’s facade and the bus were damaged in the attack. Police were still searching for the rest of the group, the statement said. It did not identify the arrested suspect.

“The first thing they fired was flares, and then they started firing at the bus. Later they started firing birdshot at the hotel and tried to throw Molotov cocktails at the bus,” said Jaber Jabarin, an Arab Israeli citizen who was staying at the hotel and witnessed the attack.

The motive for the attack was unclear and no one immediately claimed responsibility for it. In Jerusalem, Alon Lavi, a spokesman for Israel’s Foreign Ministry, said the bus that was hit on Thursday was in use by a group of visiting Arab Israelis but that no one was inside the bus at the time of the incident and that no Israelis were hurt.

Aljazeera.

PDP Youths Tell Metuh To Resign, Begs Him To Save The Party From Further Embarrassment

The PDP National Youth Frontier (PDPNYF) has called for the resignation of embattled national publicity secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Olisa Metuh.
Mr. Metuh has been detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, since Tuesday over his alleged involvement in the $2.1 billion arms deal scandal rocking the Office of the former National Security Adviser, ONSA.

The PDP spokesman is alleged to have received questionable payments from the ex-NSA, Col. Sambo Dasuki (retd.) to the tune of N1.4 billion.

He, however, denies any wrongdoing, insisting that he carried out assignments for former President Goodluck Jonathan for which he was duly paid.

The PDPNYF, however, said it noted with great concern, the various allegations and charges against some PDP members that served in government, even as these allegations and charges are yet to be proven.

In a statement signed by its national coordinator, Usman Okai Austin, the body said “We are calling for the immediate resignation of Olisa Metuh from his position as National Publicity Secretary until ongoing corruption investigations by the EFCC are concluded. The PDP as the voice of Nigeria’s opposition must remain credible and untainted.

“We dissociate well-meaning and credible members of the PDP completely from any corrupt practices perpetuated by a minority while the party was in power. Not everybody in PDP is corrupt”.

“However, while we are aware that indeed an insignificant fraction of members of the PDP may have indulged in acts capable of tarnishing the integrity of our great party, we call on President Muhammadu Buhari to expand the scope of the war to include members of his own party indicted for acts of corruption. We are calling on the President to investigate some of his serving ministers and associates who have grievous allegations leveled against them”, the group said.

PDPNYF said it has resolved to ensure that any member of the PDP so convicted shall also face intra party disciplinary actions and severely sanctioned accordingly.

“As a prominent PDP youth group with a membership profile in excess of 300,000 across the zones of Nigeria, we find it difficult to understand the nature of transactions which caused there to be huge sums of cash deposits into the private bank accounts of a few party members who are not known to be government workers, contractors or administrators. Only anti-graft agencies and the courts can assist in resolving these mysteries and Nigerians are eagerly waiting.

“The PDP stands steadfastly by the ideals of the G-34 founding fathers of the party. The ‘Principle of the Rule of Law’, which was a cardinal, focus of founding fathers of the party remains sacrosanct and immutable.

“Let us however seize this opportunity to state that while the war against corruption is in the overall interest of Nigerians, it must not be used as a weapon to victimize and weaken the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP). Events of the past few weeks have shown that the fabric of democracy is threatened and the opposition is at risk of being beaten into a state of silence by a leading party that is notorious for its open contempt of our judiciary”.
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The group said on behalf of the party, it regrets the conduct of prominent members the PDP, who have so far been implicated in acts ranging from corruption to outright theft.

“But we shall not preempt the courts by pronouncing them guilty. We strongly aver that it is only in the best interest of our great party that they step aside, handing over the reins of leadership to persons who command bigger measures of respect. Their continued stay in office shall continue to rob our great party of its integrity, honour and credibility on a daily basis. As it stands, Nigerians are watching and no serious Nigerian is currently taking our party seriously.

“Under the party’s current leadership, the party is now being represented at various levels, including the social media by some of the most funny, shady and incompetent characters. Who will take such a party seriously?

“Finally, we reiterate our commitment and loyalty to the ideals of the founding fathers of PDP and remain resolved to work for the success of the coming national convention which we are hopeful will throw up a new set of strong, vibrant, credible and selfless leaders”.

PDP Youths Tell Metuh To Resign, Begs Him To Save The Party From Further Embarrassment

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The PDP National Youth Frontier (PDPNYF) has called for the resignation of embattled national publicity secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Olisa Metuh.
Mr. Metuh has been detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, since Tuesday over his alleged involvement in the $2.1 billion arms deal scandal rocking the Office of the former National Security Adviser, ONSA.

The PDP spokesman is alleged to have received questionable payments from the ex-NSA, Col. Sambo Dasuki (retd.) to the tune of N1.4 billion.

He, however, denies any wrongdoing, insisting that he carried out assignments for former President Goodluck Jonathan for which he was duly paid.

The PDPNYF, however, said it noted with great concern, the various allegations and charges against some PDP members that served in government, even as these allegations and charges are yet to be proven.

In a statement signed by its national coordinator, Usman Okai Austin, the body said “We are calling for the immediate resignation of Olisa Metuh from his position as National Publicity Secretary until ongoing corruption investigations by the EFCC are concluded. The PDP as the voice of Nigeria’s opposition must remain credible and untainted.

“We dissociate well-meaning and credible members of the PDP completely from any corrupt practices perpetuated by a minority while the party was in power. Not everybody in PDP is corrupt”.

“However, while we are aware that indeed an insignificant fraction of members of the PDP may have indulged in acts capable of tarnishing the integrity of our great party, we call on President Muhammadu Buhari to expand the scope of the war to include members of his own party indicted for acts of corruption. We are calling on the President to investigate some of his serving ministers and associates who have grievous allegations leveled against them”, the group said.

PDPNYF said it has resolved to ensure that any member of the PDP so convicted shall also face intra party disciplinary actions and severely sanctioned accordingly.

“As a prominent PDP youth group with a membership profile in excess of 300,000 across the zones of Nigeria, we find it difficult to understand the nature of transactions which caused there to be huge sums of cash deposits into the private bank accounts of a few party members who are not known to be government workers, contractors or administrators. Only anti-graft agencies and the courts can assist in resolving these mysteries and Nigerians are eagerly waiting.

“The PDP stands steadfastly by the ideals of the G-34 founding fathers of the party. The ‘Principle of the Rule of Law’, which was a cardinal, focus of founding fathers of the party remains sacrosanct and immutable.

“Let us however seize this opportunity to state that while the war against corruption is in the overall interest of Nigerians, it must not be used as a weapon to victimize and weaken the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP). Events of the past few weeks have shown that the fabric of democracy is threatened and the opposition is at risk of being beaten into a state of silence by a leading party that is notorious for its open contempt of our judiciary”.
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The group said on behalf of the party, it regrets the conduct of prominent members the PDP, who have so far been implicated in acts ranging from corruption to outright theft.

“But we shall not preempt the courts by pronouncing them guilty. We strongly aver that it is only in the best interest of our great party that they step aside, handing over the reins of leadership to persons who command bigger measures of respect. Their continued stay in office shall continue to rob our great party of its integrity, honour and credibility on a daily basis. As it stands, Nigerians are watching and no serious Nigerian is currently taking our party seriously.

“Under the party’s current leadership, the party is now being represented at various levels, including the social media by some of the most funny, shady and incompetent characters. Who will take such a party seriously?

“Finally, we reiterate our commitment and loyalty to the ideals of the founding fathers of PDP and remain resolved to work for the success of the coming national convention which we are hopeful will throw up a new set of strong, vibrant, credible and selfless leaders”.

Israel Reveals Four Palestinian Knife Attackers Have Been Shot Dead

Four Palestinians have been shot dead after trying to stab Israeli soldiers in two incidents in the occupied West Bank, Israel’s military says. Three attackers were killed at Gush Etzion Junction, where similar incidents have occurred, and the fourth was killed near Hebron, the army said.

No soldiers were injured. Palestinian health officials confirmed the deaths. There has been an upsurge in violence between Israelis and Palestinians in recent months. “Three attackers, armed with knives, attempted to stab soldiers guarding the Gush Etzion junction,” an Israeli military statement said.

Palestinian media named the three as Muhanad Kawazbeh, 20, Ahmed Kawazbeh, 21, and Alaa Kawazbeh, 20, all from the village of Sair, north-east of Hebron. Shortly afterwards, a Palestinian was shot while tried to stab soldiers near Hebron, an Israeli statement said.

He was later named as Khalil Shalalda, 16, also from Sair. Twenty-two Israelis have been killed in attacks including stabbings, car rammings and shootings since 1 October. More than 140 Palestinians have been killed. More than half were said by Israel to be attackers. Others have been killed in clashes with Israeli forces.

BBC.

Israel Reveals Four Palestinian Knife Attackers Have Been Shot Dead

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Four Palestinians have been shot dead after trying to stab Israeli soldiers in two incidents in the occupied West Bank, Israel’s military says. Three attackers were killed at Gush Etzion Junction, where similar incidents have occurred, and the fourth was killed near Hebron, the army said.

No soldiers were injured. Palestinian health officials confirmed the deaths. There has been an upsurge in violence between Israelis and Palestinians in recent months. “Three attackers, armed with knives, attempted to stab soldiers guarding the Gush Etzion junction,” an Israeli military statement said.

Palestinian media named the three as Muhanad Kawazbeh, 20, Ahmed Kawazbeh, 21, and Alaa Kawazbeh, 20, all from the village of Sair, north-east of Hebron. Shortly afterwards, a Palestinian was shot while tried to stab soldiers near Hebron, an Israeli statement said.

He was later named as Khalil Shalalda, 16, also from Sair. Twenty-two Israelis have been killed in attacks including stabbings, car rammings and shootings since 1 October. More than 140 Palestinians have been killed. More than half were said by Israel to be attackers. Others have been killed in clashes with Israeli forces.

BBC.

Dozens Killed In Bomb Attack On Libyan Police Academy

A truck-bomb attack on a police training centre in a western town in Libya has killed at least 65 people, according to hospital and police officials. Witnesses said on Thursday the truck crashed into the gate of the police academy in the coastal city of Zliten, about 160km east of the capital, Tripoli.

Zliten Mayor Miftah Lahmadi told Reuters news agency the truck exploded as hundreds of recruits were gathering at the academy. The UN Special representative to Libya, Martin Kobler, said the blast was a suicide attack. No one has claimed responsibility for the assault. Libyan news agency LANA, meanwhile, reported at least 50 people died. The news agency quoted the director of the town’s hospital, Abdel-Motleb bin Halim, saying 127 had been wounded.

Meanwhile, fires caused by clashes between fighters of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) group and security forces at Libya’s biggest oil ports have spread to five oil storage tanks that were still burning. At least nine troops were killed and more than 40 wounded in fighting around the perimeter of the area on Monday and Tuesday, said Ali al-Hassi, a spokesman for the security forces.

Aljazeera.

Dozens Killed In Bomb Attack On Libyan Police Academy

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A truck-bomb attack on a police training centre in a western town in Libya has killed at least 65 people, according to hospital and police officials. Witnesses said on Thursday the truck crashed into the gate of the police academy in the coastal city of Zliten, about 160km east of the capital, Tripoli.

Zliten Mayor Miftah Lahmadi told Reuters news agency the truck exploded as hundreds of recruits were gathering at the academy. The UN Special representative to Libya, Martin Kobler, said the blast was a suicide attack. No one has claimed responsibility for the assault. Libyan news agency LANA, meanwhile, reported at least 50 people died. The news agency quoted the director of the town’s hospital, Abdel-Motleb bin Halim, saying 127 had been wounded.

Meanwhile, fires caused by clashes between fighters of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) group and security forces at Libya’s biggest oil ports have spread to five oil storage tanks that were still burning. At least nine troops were killed and more than 40 wounded in fighting around the perimeter of the area on Monday and Tuesday, said Ali al-Hassi, a spokesman for the security forces.

Aljazeera.

Lagos PDP, APC Brawl Over Metuh’s Arrest

The Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Demcoratic Party, PDP, and its All Progressives Congress, APC, counterpart have engaged in a war of words over the arrest of the former’s national publicity secretary, Olisa Metuh, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC.
Mr. Metuh was invited by the EFCC to clear the air on some contentious issues on Tuesday and since then, has remained in custody of the anti-graft agency.

Reacting to the plight of its spokesperson, the Lagos PDP accused the governing APC on instigating the persecution of Metuh.

In a statement by its publicity secretary, Mr. Taofik Gani, the party noted that the arrest of Metuh “is only being made convenient by the issue of money allegedly involved”.

The PDP accused the APC of its resolve to “clamp down on the PDP publicity office superintended by the now arrested Metuh”.

But in a swift reaction, the APC in Lagos State described the PDP’s allegation as unfounded.

Publicity Secretary of the APC in Lagos, Mr. Joe Igbokwe said “opposition must be real opposition and not band of looters of the common patrimony. They must not be wreckers of Nigeria and not partakers in the destruction of everything we hold dear”.

“PDP can be a real opposition if it chooses to be, but you cannot give what you do not have. The APC is not stopping PDP, but it must first of all, redeem itself. PDP must re-examine itself and call a spade, a spade. The PDP needs our help”, he added.

Lagos PDP, APC Brawl Over Metuh’s Arrest

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The Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Demcoratic Party, PDP, and its All Progressives Congress, APC, counterpart have engaged in a war of words over the arrest of the former’s national publicity secretary, Olisa Metuh, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC.
Mr. Metuh was invited by the EFCC to clear the air on some contentious issues on Tuesday and since then, has remained in custody of the anti-graft agency.

Reacting to the plight of its spokesperson, the Lagos PDP accused the governing APC on instigating the persecution of Metuh.

In a statement by its publicity secretary, Mr. Taofik Gani, the party noted that the arrest of Metuh “is only being made convenient by the issue of money allegedly involved”.

The PDP accused the APC of its resolve to “clamp down on the PDP publicity office superintended by the now arrested Metuh”.

But in a swift reaction, the APC in Lagos State described the PDP’s allegation as unfounded.

Publicity Secretary of the APC in Lagos, Mr. Joe Igbokwe said “opposition must be real opposition and not band of looters of the common patrimony. They must not be wreckers of Nigeria and not partakers in the destruction of everything we hold dear”.

“PDP can be a real opposition if it chooses to be, but you cannot give what you do not have. The APC is not stopping PDP, but it must first of all, redeem itself. PDP must re-examine itself and call a spade, a spade. The PDP needs our help”, he added.

Cross Rivers APC Vows To Recover Stolen Funds, As Umana Storm Uyo For Prayer Summit

The All Progressives Congress in Akwa Ibom State has vowed to use the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and other federal agencies to retrieve all funds allegedly looted from the state treasury by the Peoples Democratic Party in the past eight and a half years.
The State Publicity Secretary, Engr Ita Awak, who made this known while fielding questions on a radio programme Wednesday, alleged that “the money laundering, abuse of office and public trust allegations against Col. [Sambo] Dasuki, the immediate past National Security Adviser (NSA) is child’s play compared to what happened in Akwa Ibom state in the eight years regime of Akpabio”.



Awak vowed that when the APC takes over power, it will ensure that every kobo that was stolen from the state’s treasury is returned.

He assured that the party will ensure that anti-corruption agencies trace all funds that were laundered and that same are returned while those who looted the state will be arrested and punished.

The APC spokesman insisted that for eight years, local government areas were deprived of funds, adding that because of the oil boom during that period, N100 million was allocated to each local government, but that they never received the money.

“All these monies were kidnapped and the local governments have nothing to show for the allocation. If Adam were to come back, he will recognise Mbo and Uruan LGA’s because nothing has changed. The APC has come with a paradigm shift. Local government funds under the incoming government with Umana Umana as the leader will go directly to the local government “, he said.

The APC spokesman described the Appeal Court judgment that nullified the April 11, 2015 governorship election in the state as “God’s pathway to liberate the state and its people” and called on Akwa Ibom people to rise and take their destiny in their hands by voting out the PDP government during the forthcoming rerun election.

He also described the governorship election as the most fraudulent election ever held in the history of Akwa Ibom State.

“It is blasphemous for anyone to call such an election a divine mandate when the election was scandalously flawed and stained with the blood of innocent Akwa Ibom people”, he said.

On the planned reception of the APC governorship flag bearer by Akwa Ibom people prayer submit slated for today, Friday, January 8, 2016, Chief Awak said the event is aimed at receiving Umana Umana, who he described as the spear bearer of the struggle to liberate the state.

He said they will also use the opportunity to thank God for His blessings.

“The prayer summit is to thank God for the wonderful blessing of the 2015 Appeal Court judgement that gave justice to Akwa Ibom people. Akwa Ibom people want to use the APC prayer summit to come out to bless God and thank Him for the victory which wiped the tears of the fathers, mothers, brothers and sisters who lost their loved ones during the April election”.

He described Umana Umana as “the authentic leader of Akwa Ibom people. He is not tied to the apron of anybody but rather represents the collective struggle against servitude”.

Awak, who expressed optimism that the Supreme Court will uphold the judgment of the appellate court, added that Friday’s reception and prayer submit will also witness the formal defection of some PDP members to the APC.

According to him, those ready to dump the PDP for the APC later today include former member of the House of Representatives, Eseme Eyiboh, former governorship aspirant; Larry Esin, former Speaker of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly; Mr. Ignatius Edet, former chairman of Uyo LGA; Mr. Ekerette Ekpeyong, former chairman of Ibesikpo LGA; Bishop Ekpe James, former chairman of Itu LGA; Mac Joe among others.

Awak said “the massive defection of Akwa Ibom people from the PDP to the APC is an indication that people of the state are ready for change”.

“Victory for the APC in the rerun is imminent. The people are saying enough is enough of servitude and internal slavery. The current defection of people from PDP to APC is only a tip of the iceberg. More mass defection will come after the Supreme Court judgment. For eight years PDP used hunger as an instrument of control. PDP was not a democratic party”, he said.

On whether the APC will fulfill its campaign promise of paying Akwa Ibom students an annual bursary of N50,000 annually, the party’s spokesperson answered in the affirmative.

In response to another question whether the APC, if elected into government in the state will complete all ongoing projects, Awak pledged that all major projects dating back to the Victor Attah administration that have positive impact on the lives of the people will be completed but regretted that seven months after Udom Emmanuel came into office as ‘caretaker’ Governor, “no single project has been executed”.

“Udom has received over N100 billion since coming into office yet nothing to show for it. Any serious government should have a serious project to show in three months. Akwa Ibom people, rise up and utilize this opportunity providence has provided us through the forthcoming rerun and liberate yourselves”, he added.

Cross Rivers APC Vows To Recover Stolen Funds, As Umana Storm Uyo For Prayer Summit

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The All Progressives Congress in Akwa Ibom State has vowed to use the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and other federal agencies to retrieve all funds allegedly looted from the state treasury by the Peoples Democratic Party in the past eight and a half years.
The State Publicity Secretary, Engr Ita Awak, who made this known while fielding questions on a radio programme Wednesday, alleged that “the money laundering, abuse of office and public trust allegations against Col. [Sambo] Dasuki, the immediate past National Security Adviser (NSA) is child’s play compared to what happened in Akwa Ibom state in the eight years regime of Akpabio”.



Awak vowed that when the APC takes over power, it will ensure that every kobo that was stolen from the state’s treasury is returned.

He assured that the party will ensure that anti-corruption agencies trace all funds that were laundered and that same are returned while those who looted the state will be arrested and punished.

The APC spokesman insisted that for eight years, local government areas were deprived of funds, adding that because of the oil boom during that period, N100 million was allocated to each local government, but that they never received the money.

“All these monies were kidnapped and the local governments have nothing to show for the allocation. If Adam were to come back, he will recognise Mbo and Uruan LGA’s because nothing has changed. The APC has come with a paradigm shift. Local government funds under the incoming government with Umana Umana as the leader will go directly to the local government “, he said.

The APC spokesman described the Appeal Court judgment that nullified the April 11, 2015 governorship election in the state as “God’s pathway to liberate the state and its people” and called on Akwa Ibom people to rise and take their destiny in their hands by voting out the PDP government during the forthcoming rerun election.

He also described the governorship election as the most fraudulent election ever held in the history of Akwa Ibom State.

“It is blasphemous for anyone to call such an election a divine mandate when the election was scandalously flawed and stained with the blood of innocent Akwa Ibom people”, he said.

On the planned reception of the APC governorship flag bearer by Akwa Ibom people prayer submit slated for today, Friday, January 8, 2016, Chief Awak said the event is aimed at receiving Umana Umana, who he described as the spear bearer of the struggle to liberate the state.

He said they will also use the opportunity to thank God for His blessings.

“The prayer summit is to thank God for the wonderful blessing of the 2015 Appeal Court judgement that gave justice to Akwa Ibom people. Akwa Ibom people want to use the APC prayer summit to come out to bless God and thank Him for the victory which wiped the tears of the fathers, mothers, brothers and sisters who lost their loved ones during the April election”.

He described Umana Umana as “the authentic leader of Akwa Ibom people. He is not tied to the apron of anybody but rather represents the collective struggle against servitude”.

Awak, who expressed optimism that the Supreme Court will uphold the judgment of the appellate court, added that Friday’s reception and prayer submit will also witness the formal defection of some PDP members to the APC.

According to him, those ready to dump the PDP for the APC later today include former member of the House of Representatives, Eseme Eyiboh, former governorship aspirant; Larry Esin, former Speaker of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly; Mr. Ignatius Edet, former chairman of Uyo LGA; Mr. Ekerette Ekpeyong, former chairman of Ibesikpo LGA; Bishop Ekpe James, former chairman of Itu LGA; Mac Joe among others.

Awak said “the massive defection of Akwa Ibom people from the PDP to the APC is an indication that people of the state are ready for change”.

“Victory for the APC in the rerun is imminent. The people are saying enough is enough of servitude and internal slavery. The current defection of people from PDP to APC is only a tip of the iceberg. More mass defection will come after the Supreme Court judgment. For eight years PDP used hunger as an instrument of control. PDP was not a democratic party”, he said.

On whether the APC will fulfill its campaign promise of paying Akwa Ibom students an annual bursary of N50,000 annually, the party’s spokesperson answered in the affirmative.

In response to another question whether the APC, if elected into government in the state will complete all ongoing projects, Awak pledged that all major projects dating back to the Victor Attah administration that have positive impact on the lives of the people will be completed but regretted that seven months after Udom Emmanuel came into office as ‘caretaker’ Governor, “no single project has been executed”.

“Udom has received over N100 billion since coming into office yet nothing to show for it. Any serious government should have a serious project to show in three months. Akwa Ibom people, rise up and utilize this opportunity providence has provided us through the forthcoming rerun and liberate yourselves”, he added.

Buhari Tasks NIRC On Producing Nobel Laureate In Sciences

President Muhammadu Buhari has challenged the National Research and Innovation Council, NRIC, to deepen scientific research in Nigeria, with the hope of producing Nigerian Nobel laureates in the sciences.

Renowned playwright, Professor Wole Soyinka, is Nigeria’s only Nobel laureate. He won the world’s most prestigious prize in literature in 1986.



While Nigeria has produced world renowned scientists, none of them have been found worthy of winning the Nobel laureate prize in the sciences.

In his remarks at the inaugural meeting of NRIC on Thursday, President Buhari said Nigeria’s vision of becoming one of the world’s 20 largest economies by 2020 could only be achieved when science, technology and innovation are fully integrated into the nation’s national socio-economic development process.

Mr. Buhari expressed hope that the body, which was inaugurated on February, 18, 2014, would focus more on acquiring esteemed positions and prizes in world science, than merely producing scientific journals and publications.

“I am aware that Nigeria must accord high priority to science and technology if it must take its rightful place among the leading economies in the modern world”, the president said.

“It is my fervent hope that our research and innovation output should be measured by number of intellectual property such as patents granted and not only by the number of articles published in scholarly journals.

“By this action, Nigeria will become a centre of discoveries, inventions and innovation in all fields of science and technology. Before long we should be in a position to produce Nobel Laureates in the sciences”, the president stated.

Mr. Buhari noted that the NRIC is designed to accelerate the growth of innovation-based entrepreneurship in the country and to create conditions for the commercialization of current and future research findings in our universities and research institutes.

The president said the government had structured the NRIC to provide for the establishment of a Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) consisting of technocrats from the various fields to ensure a full implementation of resolutions of the council.

He also declared government’s support for the NRIC and asked for collective effort by members of the body to ensure the actualization of its objectives.

The meeting was attended by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Ministers of Science and Technology (Ogbonnaya Onu), Information and Culture (Lai Mohammed), Power Works and Housing (Babatunde Fashola) and Minister of State for Petroleum (Ibe Kachikwu) among others.

Buhari Tasks NIRC On Producing Nobel Laureate In Sciences

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President Muhammadu Buhari has challenged the National Research and Innovation Council, NRIC, to deepen scientific research in Nigeria, with the hope of producing Nigerian Nobel laureates in the sciences.

Renowned playwright, Professor Wole Soyinka, is Nigeria’s only Nobel laureate. He won the world’s most prestigious prize in literature in 1986.



While Nigeria has produced world renowned scientists, none of them have been found worthy of winning the Nobel laureate prize in the sciences.

In his remarks at the inaugural meeting of NRIC on Thursday, President Buhari said Nigeria’s vision of becoming one of the world’s 20 largest economies by 2020 could only be achieved when science, technology and innovation are fully integrated into the nation’s national socio-economic development process.

Mr. Buhari expressed hope that the body, which was inaugurated on February, 18, 2014, would focus more on acquiring esteemed positions and prizes in world science, than merely producing scientific journals and publications.

“I am aware that Nigeria must accord high priority to science and technology if it must take its rightful place among the leading economies in the modern world”, the president said.

“It is my fervent hope that our research and innovation output should be measured by number of intellectual property such as patents granted and not only by the number of articles published in scholarly journals.

“By this action, Nigeria will become a centre of discoveries, inventions and innovation in all fields of science and technology. Before long we should be in a position to produce Nobel Laureates in the sciences”, the president stated.

Mr. Buhari noted that the NRIC is designed to accelerate the growth of innovation-based entrepreneurship in the country and to create conditions for the commercialization of current and future research findings in our universities and research institutes.

The president said the government had structured the NRIC to provide for the establishment of a Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) consisting of technocrats from the various fields to ensure a full implementation of resolutions of the council.

He also declared government’s support for the NRIC and asked for collective effort by members of the body to ensure the actualization of its objectives.

The meeting was attended by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Ministers of Science and Technology (Ogbonnaya Onu), Information and Culture (Lai Mohammed), Power Works and Housing (Babatunde Fashola) and Minister of State for Petroleum (Ibe Kachikwu) among others.

Buhari Is An Agent Of Destabilization – Bola Tinubu

A statement made by the leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, and former governor of Lagos State, Bola Ahmed Tinubu back in 2003 about the presidential candidate of the party, General Muhammadu Buhari has resurfaced.

In a document released by Wikileaks, Tinubu was against Buhari becoming the president of Nigeria because he believed the former Head of State and his irks were agents of destabilization and electing Buhari will spread Sharia to all parts of Nigeria.Read the Wikileaks document below:

Buhari Is An Agent Of Destabilization – Bola Tinubu

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A statement made by the leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, and former governor of Lagos State, Bola Ahmed Tinubu back in 2003 about the presidential candidate of the party, General Muhammadu Buhari has resurfaced.

In a document released by Wikileaks, Tinubu was against Buhari becoming the president of Nigeria because he believed the former Head of State and his irks were agents of destabilization and electing Buhari will spread Sharia to all parts of Nigeria.Read the Wikileaks document below:

UN Alleges Use Of Sarin Again As Weapon In Syria

The deadly nerve agent sarin has possibly been used in Syria, the United Nations acting disarmament chief has told the UN Security Council. Kim Won-soo spoke to reporters on Tuesday after briefing the Security Council behind closed doors on the latest report from the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). Aljazeera reports:

The report said OPCW investigators – who looked at 11 allegations of chemical weapons use – came across one instance of blood samples indicating “that individuals were at some point exposed to sarin or a sarin-like substance.” “Further investigation would be necessary to determine when or under what circumstances such exposure might have occurred,” the report said.

The OPCW only carries out fact-finding missions, but the Security Council in August established an expert team that will seek to assign blame for chemical attacks in Syria’s war. OPCW spokesman, Malik Ellahi, said there hasn’t yet been a decision taken on which body should conduct further investigation into the blood samples.

The opposition Syrian National Coalition has urged the OPCW to investigate an alleged chemical attack last month in the Damascus suburb of Moadamiyeh – an area besieged by government forces. The opposition blamed President Bashar al-Assad’s regime, but the Syrian government denied that and blamed rebels and the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant.

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The deadly nerve agent sarin has possibly been used in Syria, the United Nations acting disarmament chief has told the UN Security Council. Kim Won-soo spoke to reporters on Tuesday after briefing the Security Council behind closed doors on the latest report from the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). Aljazeera reports:

The report said OPCW investigators – who looked at 11 allegations of chemical weapons use – came across one instance of blood samples indicating “that individuals were at some point exposed to sarin or a sarin-like substance.” “Further investigation would be necessary to determine when or under what circumstances such exposure might have occurred,” the report said.

The OPCW only carries out fact-finding missions, but the Security Council in August established an expert team that will seek to assign blame for chemical attacks in Syria’s war. OPCW spokesman, Malik Ellahi, said there hasn’t yet been a decision taken on which body should conduct further investigation into the blood samples.

The opposition Syrian National Coalition has urged the OPCW to investigate an alleged chemical attack last month in the Damascus suburb of Moadamiyeh – an area besieged by government forces. The opposition blamed President Bashar al-Assad’s regime, but the Syrian government denied that and blamed rebels and the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant.

14-Year-Old Model Accuses Tyga Of Stalking Her With Texts, Threatens Legal Action

Controversial American rapper, Tyga, might have gotten himself into some fresh trouble at this early stage of the New Year as a 14 year old girl has come out to say that the former Young Money rapper persistently texted her on social media.

Molly O’Malia, a model, who is represented by Gloria Allred said Tyga initiated contact with her first on Instagram contrary to earlier reports in December.

She spoke about her interaction with Tyga at a press conference on Monday.

“I’m very upset that a story about Tyga, Kylie Jenner and me was published in OK! Magazine and I want people to know the truth. The truth is that Tyga contacted me first. He direct-messaged me on Instagram. I knew who he was, but I was surprised that he was contacting me. I thought that it could possibly be about my music but he did not mention that in his initial communication. I thought that was strange but I was thinking he would bring it up in his next message to me. However, he didn’t mention in the next message” said the 14-year-old girl in the video.

She said after a while she got uncomfortable talking to Tyga.

“I began to feel uncomfortable when he asked me to FaceTime with him,” said the girl. “He asked me to FaceTime three times but I didn’t do it. Because of my discomfort with why he wanted to communicate with me, I quickly stopped responding.”

The 14-year-old girls also stated that she did not reveal any information about her and Tyga to OK! Magazine.

“I never sent the communication between Tyga and me to OK! Magazine and I don’t know how they obtained them. I would never have allowed OK! Magazine or any other magazine to use them.

 “It is also upsetting to me that OK! Magazine never even contacted my mom or me to check the facts to see if what they’re publishing was true. I’m speaking out today because I don’t want what happened to me to happen to any other young girl” she said.

Tyga hasn’t responded to the girl’s claim yet.

14-Year-Old Model Accuses Tyga Of Stalking Her With Texts, Threatens Legal Action

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Controversial American rapper, Tyga, might have gotten himself into some fresh trouble at this early stage of the New Year as a 14 year old girl has come out to say that the former Young Money rapper persistently texted her on social media.

Molly O’Malia, a model, who is represented by Gloria Allred said Tyga initiated contact with her first on Instagram contrary to earlier reports in December.

She spoke about her interaction with Tyga at a press conference on Monday.

“I’m very upset that a story about Tyga, Kylie Jenner and me was published in OK! Magazine and I want people to know the truth. The truth is that Tyga contacted me first. He direct-messaged me on Instagram. I knew who he was, but I was surprised that he was contacting me. I thought that it could possibly be about my music but he did not mention that in his initial communication. I thought that was strange but I was thinking he would bring it up in his next message to me. However, he didn’t mention in the next message” said the 14-year-old girl in the video.

She said after a while she got uncomfortable talking to Tyga.

“I began to feel uncomfortable when he asked me to FaceTime with him,” said the girl. “He asked me to FaceTime three times but I didn’t do it. Because of my discomfort with why he wanted to communicate with me, I quickly stopped responding.”

The 14-year-old girls also stated that she did not reveal any information about her and Tyga to OK! Magazine.

“I never sent the communication between Tyga and me to OK! Magazine and I don’t know how they obtained them. I would never have allowed OK! Magazine or any other magazine to use them.

 “It is also upsetting to me that OK! Magazine never even contacted my mom or me to check the facts to see if what they’re publishing was true. I’m speaking out today because I don’t want what happened to me to happen to any other young girl” she said.

Tyga hasn’t responded to the girl’s claim yet.

Afghan Conflict: US Surfers Casualties On Special Forces Mission

One US service member has been killed and two wounded reportedly during a special forces mission in Afghanistan’s southern Helmand province. The forces were taking part in a counter-terrorism operation when they came under fire, US officials said. One of two medical helicopter sent to rescue casualties is damaged on the ground and has yet to be recovered. The fighting is said to be ongoing.

About 12,000 foreign soldiers are still deployed to help tackle the Taliban. Some of the foreign troops were sent to counter the recent militant insurgency in Helmand. US military spokesman Brig Gen Wilson Shoffner said one service member had died as a result of wounds, adding: “We are deeply saddened by this loss… our heartfelt sympathies go out to the families and friends of those involved.”

The identity of the casualties has not yet been revealed and no official details given on their service branch.

A number of Afghan forces were also reported to have been wounded. Pentagon press secretary Peter Cook said: “This is an ongoing situation, there is still a fight going on in the immediate surroundings.” Two HH-60 Pave Hawk “medevac” helicopters were earlier dispatched to the scene. One was forced to turn back after coming under fire, Mr Cook said.

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Afghan Conflict: US Surfers Casualties On Special Forces Mission

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One US service member has been killed and two wounded reportedly during a special forces mission in Afghanistan’s southern Helmand province. The forces were taking part in a counter-terrorism operation when they came under fire, US officials said. One of two medical helicopter sent to rescue casualties is damaged on the ground and has yet to be recovered. The fighting is said to be ongoing.

About 12,000 foreign soldiers are still deployed to help tackle the Taliban. Some of the foreign troops were sent to counter the recent militant insurgency in Helmand. US military spokesman Brig Gen Wilson Shoffner said one service member had died as a result of wounds, adding: “We are deeply saddened by this loss… our heartfelt sympathies go out to the families and friends of those involved.”

The identity of the casualties has not yet been revealed and no official details given on their service branch.

A number of Afghan forces were also reported to have been wounded. Pentagon press secretary Peter Cook said: “This is an ongoing situation, there is still a fight going on in the immediate surroundings.” Two HH-60 Pave Hawk “medevac” helicopters were earlier dispatched to the scene. One was forced to turn back after coming under fire, Mr Cook said.

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Olamide Allegedly Prostrated Before Don Jazzy At Peace Meeting Initiated By Dangote

New reports from an online blogger has it that rapper Olamide reportedly prostrated before Don Jazzy during a peace meeting initiated by Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote.

According to her, the peace meeting was called by the billionaire who is a patron of arts and music in Nigeria.

Aliko Dangote called Don Jazzy and got Olamide’s number and called him over for a peace meeting in his house.

“I’m told that the picture we all saw of Olamide & Don Jazzy shaking hands was taken at Aliko’s place. Aliko Dangote stepped in for there to be peace. I’m also told that Olamide prostrated himself for Jazzy. Yes, my guy was shocked too when Olamide did that. All thanks to Dangote” she writes.
The whole Headies drama started when Olamide made a comment when accepting his Best Rap Album award that Lil Kesh was the Rookie of the Year instead of Reekado Banks.

Mavin singer Reekado Banks will release a new single this January to celebrate his Next Rated victory.

Olamide Allegedly Prostrated Before Don Jazzy At Peace Meeting Initiated By Dangote

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New reports from an online blogger has it that rapper Olamide reportedly prostrated before Don Jazzy during a peace meeting initiated by Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote.

According to her, the peace meeting was called by the billionaire who is a patron of arts and music in Nigeria.

Aliko Dangote called Don Jazzy and got Olamide’s number and called him over for a peace meeting in his house.

“I’m told that the picture we all saw of Olamide & Don Jazzy shaking hands was taken at Aliko’s place. Aliko Dangote stepped in for there to be peace. I’m also told that Olamide prostrated himself for Jazzy. Yes, my guy was shocked too when Olamide did that. All thanks to Dangote” she writes.
The whole Headies drama started when Olamide made a comment when accepting his Best Rap Album award that Lil Kesh was the Rookie of the Year instead of Reekado Banks.

Mavin singer Reekado Banks will release a new single this January to celebrate his Next Rated victory.

Obama Unveils Plan To Tighen Gun Control, Shed Tears While Giving Speech

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A visibly emotional President Barack Obama – at one point wiping tears from his cheek – unveiled his plan to tighten control and enforcement of firearms in the US, using his presidential powers in the absence of legal changes he implored Congress to pass. Obama on Tuesday accused the gun lobby of taking Congress hostage, but said “they cannot hold America hostage”.

He insisted it was possible to uphold the second amendment while doing something to tackle the frequency of mass shootings in the US that he said had become “the new normal”.

The much-debated second amendment of the constitution guarantees the right of citizens to own firearms, which have killed more than 100,000 Americans over the past 10 years.

“This is not a plot to take away everybody’s guns,” Obama said. “You pass a background check, you purchase a firearm. The problem is some gun sellers have been operating under a different set of rules.” Obama’s actions ensure that gun rights – one of the most bitterly divisive issues in America – will be at the forefront of the 2016 presidential campaign, which begins in earnest next month with the first primary contests.

Accusing Obama of gross overreach, many of the Republican presidential candidates have vowed to rip up the new gun restrictions upon taking office. Democratic frontrunner Hillary Clinton said she was proud of Obama’s efforts and promised she would safeguard them, the AP news agency reported.

Obama Unveils Plan To Tighen Gun Control, Shed Tears While Giving Speech

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President Obama on speech tears

A visibly emotional President Barack Obama – at one point wiping tears from his cheek – unveiled his plan to tighten control and enforcement of firearms in the US, using his presidential powers in the absence of legal changes he implored Congress to pass. Obama on Tuesday accused the gun lobby of taking Congress hostage, but said “they cannot hold America hostage”.

He insisted it was possible to uphold the second amendment while doing something to tackle the frequency of mass shootings in the US that he said had become “the new normal”.

The much-debated second amendment of the constitution guarantees the right of citizens to own firearms, which have killed more than 100,000 Americans over the past 10 years.

“This is not a plot to take away everybody’s guns,” Obama said. “You pass a background check, you purchase a firearm. The problem is some gun sellers have been operating under a different set of rules.” Obama’s actions ensure that gun rights – one of the most bitterly divisive issues in America – will be at the forefront of the 2016 presidential campaign, which begins in earnest next month with the first primary contests.

Accusing Obama of gross overreach, many of the Republican presidential candidates have vowed to rip up the new gun restrictions upon taking office. Democratic frontrunner Hillary Clinton said she was proud of Obama’s efforts and promised she would safeguard them, the AP news agency reported.

Investigation Launched Into Fresh Abuse Allegations Against UN Peacekeepers In Central African Republic

The United Nations has launched a fact finding mission into new allegations that its peacekeepers sexually abused four underage girls in Bangui, the capital of the Central African Republic (CAR).

The UN mission in CAR, known as MINUSCA, said in a statement on Tuesday that it was “investigating fresh allegations concerning both s*xual exploitation and abuse and other misconduct by UN Peacekeepers and international forces in Bangui”.

Stephane Dujarric, spokesman for the UN secretary-general, said the four victims had been provided with medical and psychosocial care, but did not specify when the alleged abuse took place or how many peacekeepers were involved in the case.

In line with UN policy not to name the countries whose peacekeepers were accused of s*xual misconduct, Dujarric did not say where the peacekeepers were from. He added, however, that the UN had asked the countries to immediately launch their own investigations – nations are responsible for holding their own troops accountable in such cases.

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Investigation Launched Into Fresh Abuse Allegations Against UN Peacekeepers In Central African Republic

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The United Nations has launched a fact finding mission into new allegations that its peacekeepers sexually abused four underage girls in Bangui, the capital of the Central African Republic (CAR).

The UN mission in CAR, known as MINUSCA, said in a statement on Tuesday that it was “investigating fresh allegations concerning both s*xual exploitation and abuse and other misconduct by UN Peacekeepers and international forces in Bangui”.

Stephane Dujarric, spokesman for the UN secretary-general, said the four victims had been provided with medical and psychosocial care, but did not specify when the alleged abuse took place or how many peacekeepers were involved in the case.

In line with UN policy not to name the countries whose peacekeepers were accused of s*xual misconduct, Dujarric did not say where the peacekeepers were from. He added, however, that the UN had asked the countries to immediately launch their own investigations – nations are responsible for holding their own troops accountable in such cases.

Aljazeera.

Swearing-in: Melaye Heads 3-Man Inauguration C’ttee For Kogi Gov-Elect

Alhaji Yahaya Bello

 

 

 

The governor-elect of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, has unveiled a three-man committee saddled with the responsibility of coordinating his inauguration slated for Wednesday, January 27, 2016.

A statement personally signed by the governor-elect yesterday, said the coordinating committee would be officially inaugurated Thursday in Lokoja, the state capital.

The statement reads in part, “Kogi State Governor-elect, His Excellency, Alhaji Yahaya Bello has constituted a three-man coordinating team for his inauguration come, January 27, 2016.

“The team is chaired by Distinguished Senator Dino Melaye. The other two members are Hon. Suleiman Kokori-Abdul and Hon. Benjamin Ikani Okolo.

“The committee will be inaugurated at 10am on Thursday, 7th January at Lokoja by the chairman, Senator Dino Melaye”.

Swearing-in: Melaye Heads 3-Man Inauguration C’ttee For Kogi Gov-Elect

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Alhaji Yahaya Bello

 

 

 

The governor-elect of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, has unveiled a three-man committee saddled with the responsibility of coordinating his inauguration slated for Wednesday, January 27, 2016.

A statement personally signed by the governor-elect yesterday, said the coordinating committee would be officially inaugurated Thursday in Lokoja, the state capital.

The statement reads in part, “Kogi State Governor-elect, His Excellency, Alhaji Yahaya Bello has constituted a three-man coordinating team for his inauguration come, January 27, 2016.

“The team is chaired by Distinguished Senator Dino Melaye. The other two members are Hon. Suleiman Kokori-Abdul and Hon. Benjamin Ikani Okolo.

“The committee will be inaugurated at 10am on Thursday, 7th January at Lokoja by the chairman, Senator Dino Melaye”.

Ekiti APC Chides Fayose Over New Appointment Into Judicial Commission, Describes It As Illegal

The Ekiti State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has chided Governor Ayodele Fayose for appointing Dele Adesina (SAN) as a member of the State Judicial Service Commission (SJSC), saying the action is yet another constitutional breach in his series of illegal acts in the last one year.

The Ekiti APC in a statement yesterday by its Publicity Secretary, Hon. Taiwo Olatunbosun in Ado Ekiti, described Mr. Adesina’s appointment as a violation of the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, which stated that “no person can be appointed into the Judicial Service Commission twice”.

“Adesina was first appointed as a member of the Judicial Service Commission by Governor Kayode Fayemi in 2012, and against the law, he was again appointed by Governor Fayose as the Chairman of the commission in 2015”, he explained.

Citing the relevant section of the constitution to buttress his objection, Mr. Olatunbosun said: “By the provision of Section 200(3) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, no person can be appointed to State Civil Service Commission, Judicial Service Commission or State Independent Electoral Commission twice.

“Barrister Adesina (SAN) was appointed by Fayemi to serve in Ekiti Judicial Service Commission, now Fayose has re-appointed him to the same office.

“This is illegal and unconstitutional. This provision of the law is an offshoot of Sections 197,198 and 199 of Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria”.

Ekiti APC Chides Fayose Over New Appointment Into Judicial Commission, Describes It As Illegal

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The Ekiti State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has chided Governor Ayodele Fayose for appointing Dele Adesina (SAN) as a member of the State Judicial Service Commission (SJSC), saying the action is yet another constitutional breach in his series of illegal acts in the last one year.

The Ekiti APC in a statement yesterday by its Publicity Secretary, Hon. Taiwo Olatunbosun in Ado Ekiti, described Mr. Adesina’s appointment as a violation of the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, which stated that “no person can be appointed into the Judicial Service Commission twice”.

“Adesina was first appointed as a member of the Judicial Service Commission by Governor Kayode Fayemi in 2012, and against the law, he was again appointed by Governor Fayose as the Chairman of the commission in 2015”, he explained.

Citing the relevant section of the constitution to buttress his objection, Mr. Olatunbosun said: “By the provision of Section 200(3) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, no person can be appointed to State Civil Service Commission, Judicial Service Commission or State Independent Electoral Commission twice.

“Barrister Adesina (SAN) was appointed by Fayemi to serve in Ekiti Judicial Service Commission, now Fayose has re-appointed him to the same office.

“This is illegal and unconstitutional. This provision of the law is an offshoot of Sections 197,198 and 199 of Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria”.

Saraki To Meet With IMF Boss, Lagarde Today

Senate President Bukola Saraki will today lead the leadership of the Senate to a meeting with the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Ms. Christine Lagarde, who is currently on a four-day working visit to Nigeria.

Saraki, according to a statement by his media aide, Yusuph Olaniyonu, will meet the IMF chief at the National Assembly where they will hold talks on the nation’s economy, particularly the recent global developments and their impact on Nigeria.

The Senate president noted that the falling oil prices at the international market has negatively impacted the nation’s oil revenue, external reserve and increased pressure on the Naira at the foreign exchange market.

The meeting of the senate leadership with the IMF chief is coming after a similar one with President Muhammadu Buhari and other managers of the national economy on Tuesday.

Saraki To Meet With IMF Boss, Lagarde Today

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Senate President Bukola Saraki will today lead the leadership of the Senate to a meeting with the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Ms. Christine Lagarde, who is currently on a four-day working visit to Nigeria.

Saraki, according to a statement by his media aide, Yusuph Olaniyonu, will meet the IMF chief at the National Assembly where they will hold talks on the nation’s economy, particularly the recent global developments and their impact on Nigeria.

The Senate president noted that the falling oil prices at the international market has negatively impacted the nation’s oil revenue, external reserve and increased pressure on the Naira at the foreign exchange market.

The meeting of the senate leadership with the IMF chief is coming after a similar one with President Muhammadu Buhari and other managers of the national economy on Tuesday.

EFCC descends on ex-PDP Boss on Wheelchair, arrests Metuh

Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC a while ago arraigned the former ‎National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Dr. Haliru Bello‎, before the Abuja Division of the Federal High Court.
Bello who was docked along with his son, Abba, on a four-count criminal charge bordering on alleged N300million fraud, ‎took his plea in a wheelchair.
They are facing trial ‎alongside a firm, BAM Projects and Properties Limited.
The anti-graft agency alleged that the accused persons, through the firm, withdrew the sum of N300m from an account the ‎Office of the National Security Adviser, ONSA, operated with the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN.

Metuh

 
The fund was said to have been transferred to the accused persons, 11 days to the 2015 presidential election, by the embattled former National Security Adviser, NSA, Col. Sambo Dasuki, rtd.

Son, pleaded not guilty to ‎the charge dated December 23 but amended on December 30, ‎2015.

‎Meantime, trial Justice Ahmed Mohammed has okayed 30 minutes stand-down ‎on the matter to entertain arguments on whether or not the accused persons should be granted bail.

EFCC lawyer, Mr. Aliyu Yusuf had immediately after the duo took their plea, urged the court to remand them in prison custody pending their trial.

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‎However, counsel to the defendants, O. Osoka and Abdulaziz Ibrahim, opposed FG’s remand application, saying their clients already filed separate motions for bail.

“The 3rd defendant is willing and ready to stand his trial, but we vehemently oppose the application to remand him in prison custody”, counsel to the former PDP boss, Ibrahim, maintained.

One of the charge against them read: “‎That you Bello Abba Mohammed, BAM Projects and Properties Ltd and Dr. Haliru Bello on or about 17th March 2015 in Abuja within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court took possession of the sum of N300million paid into the account of BAM Projects and Properties Limited with Sterling Bank Plc from the account of the Office of the National Security Adviser with the CBN when you reasonably ought to have known that the said fund formed part of the proceeds of an unlawful activity of Col. Mohammed Sambo Dasuki(rtd), the then National Security Adviser( to wit: criminal breach of trust and corruption) and you thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 15(2) (d) of the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act 2011 as amended in 2012 and punishable under Section (15) (3) of the same Act”.‎

Meanwhile, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) detectives have arrested the National Publicity Secretary of the People’s Democratic Party Olisa Metuh.

Four EFCC detectives carried the arrest of Mr. Metuh at his No 14, Drive 1, Prince and Princess Estate, near the Abuja Games Village. The anti-corruption agency is probing how Mr. Metuh got N1.4billion from the $2.1 billion arms funds diverted to several politicians by former National Security Adviser, Sambo Dasuki.




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EFCC descends on ex-PDP Boss on Wheelchair, arrests Metuh

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Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC a while ago arraigned the former ‎National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Dr. Haliru Bello‎, before the Abuja Division of the Federal High Court.
Bello who was docked along with his son, Abba, on a four-count criminal charge bordering on alleged N300million fraud, ‎took his plea in a wheelchair.
They are facing trial ‎alongside a firm, BAM Projects and Properties Limited.
The anti-graft agency alleged that the accused persons, through the firm, withdrew the sum of N300m from an account the ‎Office of the National Security Adviser, ONSA, operated with the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN.

Metuh

 
The fund was said to have been transferred to the accused persons, 11 days to the 2015 presidential election, by the embattled former National Security Adviser, NSA, Col. Sambo Dasuki, rtd.

Son, pleaded not guilty to ‎the charge dated December 23 but amended on December 30, ‎2015.

‎Meantime, trial Justice Ahmed Mohammed has okayed 30 minutes stand-down ‎on the matter to entertain arguments on whether or not the accused persons should be granted bail.

EFCC lawyer, Mr. Aliyu Yusuf had immediately after the duo took their plea, urged the court to remand them in prison custody pending their trial.

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‎However, counsel to the defendants, O. Osoka and Abdulaziz Ibrahim, opposed FG’s remand application, saying their clients already filed separate motions for bail.

“The 3rd defendant is willing and ready to stand his trial, but we vehemently oppose the application to remand him in prison custody”, counsel to the former PDP boss, Ibrahim, maintained.

One of the charge against them read: “‎That you Bello Abba Mohammed, BAM Projects and Properties Ltd and Dr. Haliru Bello on or about 17th March 2015 in Abuja within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court took possession of the sum of N300million paid into the account of BAM Projects and Properties Limited with Sterling Bank Plc from the account of the Office of the National Security Adviser with the CBN when you reasonably ought to have known that the said fund formed part of the proceeds of an unlawful activity of Col. Mohammed Sambo Dasuki(rtd), the then National Security Adviser( to wit: criminal breach of trust and corruption) and you thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 15(2) (d) of the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act 2011 as amended in 2012 and punishable under Section (15) (3) of the same Act”.‎

Meanwhile, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) detectives have arrested the National Publicity Secretary of the People’s Democratic Party Olisa Metuh.

Four EFCC detectives carried the arrest of Mr. Metuh at his No 14, Drive 1, Prince and Princess Estate, near the Abuja Games Village. The anti-corruption agency is probing how Mr. Metuh got N1.4billion from the $2.1 billion arms funds diverted to several politicians by former National Security Adviser, Sambo Dasuki.




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Health Benefits Of Cashew Nuts

5 Health Benefits of Cashew Nuts
#1. These nuts are packed with calories. About 50 grams of Cashew Nuts contain 275 calories. In addition, they are rich in vitamins, soluble dietary fiber, minerals and many phytochemicals that prevent diseases, including cancers.
#2. Cashews are also packed with monounsaturated fatty acids good for the heart health like palmitoleic and oleic acids. They belong to the group of essential fatty acids that can decrease the level of harmful LDL cholesterol and increase the level of good HDL cholesterol in our blood.
Scientific studies have shown that the so-called Mediterranean diet which is mostly based on monounsaturated fatty acids can help the system protect itself from strokes and coronary artery disease by supporting the blood lipid profile.
#3. These tasty nuts are rich in essential minerals too. Some of the most useful minerals found in cashew nuts are magnesium, potassium, manganese, copper, selenium, zinc and iron.
Only a handful of these nuts on a daily basis can provide the necessary amount of these minerals and protect you from deficiency-related diseases. Selenium is a very important micronutrient and it works as a co-factor for antioxidant enzymes like Glutathione peroxides known as one of the strongest antioxidants in human body. Copper acts as a co-factor for many important enzymes too like superoxide dismutase and cytochrome c-oxidase. Zinc plays the same role together with enzymes that are responsible for the regulation of the growth and progress of digestion, gonadal function and DNA synthesis.
#4. Cashews can be quite useful in numerous essential vitamins like pyridoxine or vitamin B6, pantothenic acid or vitamin B5, thiamin or vitamin B11 and riboflavin. Just 3.5 Oz (100 gr) of nuts provide about 30% of daily recommended levels of B6 (that’s about 0.147 mg). B6 significantly lowers the chances of developing sideroblastic anemia and homocystinuria.
On the other hand, niacin improves the protection against pellagra or dermatitis. In addition, the aforementioned vitamins are crucial for metabolism of fat, protein and carbs at a cellular level.
#5. Furthermore, cashews also contain a small quantity of zeaxanthin, a very important pigment of flavonoid antioxidant, which is selectively absorbed inside the retinal macula in our eyes. It is believed that it provides protective and antioxidant UV ray filtering features and protects us from ARMD or age-related macular degeneration in old people.
Besides all these benefits they bring, Cashew Nuts are considered to be the best alternative treatment for depression.
How to Naturally Treat Depression – A Basic Guide to Cashew Nutrition
Cashew nuts are an excellent source of tryptophan, a vital amino acid that we need to take through our food. This amino acid helps children grow and develop, regulates our mood, improves sleep, balances our behavior and significantly lowers the level of stress, depression and anxiety.

Only two handfuls of cashews contain between 1.000 and 2.000 mg of tryptophan, which has proven to be equally successful as prescription antidepressants in many cases and the only difference, is that you will avoid the antidepressant side effects. Of course, this is something that big pharma hides from us.
According to David Adams, FDA Deputy Commissioner for Policy who was part of the Drug Information Association Annual Meeting in 1993, we must pay close attention to the things that are happening around dietary supplements and the legal arena. If the producers of natural remedies manage to get the support, there will be a completely new class of products that will be competing with existing drugs. This is why there is need for a special law that will regulate the supplements.
In addition, the FDA Dietary Task Force has released a report in 1993, saying that the existence and selling of dietary supplements won’t jeopardize the efforts to create new drugs.
As you are probably aware, big pharma is a huge business, but there is much safer and effective natural depression treatment that they want to hide from us, because they will lose a lot of money.
An introduction to Cashew Nut Allergy
Beside almond, walnut and other similar allergies, cashew nut allergy is one of the most frequent food allergies in both adults and children. Just like peanuts, cashews can lead to very severe allergic reactions, even if an individual has taken a small quantity of cashews.
Cashew nuts are a hidden ingredient in many common foods like ice cream, Asian meals and cakes. You should look for professional help whenever you experience some of the symptoms of cashew nut allergy.
Symptoms of Cashew Nut Allergy

A few minutes after you eat or touch cashews or food that contains cashew, you may experience tingling or itching around or in your mouth. Red, raised, itchy welts in different sizes may form at different parts of the body.
Vomiting and/or stomach cramps. Some more serious symptoms may include projectile vomiting, diarrhea, nausea or difficulty swallowing. It is good to point out that a swollen throat or tongue may interrupt the airway.
Asthma or hay fever in cases of airborne cashew nut allergens inhalation. Stuffy or runny nose, itchy nose, eyes, coughing and itching on the top of the mouth are some of the symptoms of an allergic reaction in the nose and nasal passages. Whistling and wheezing sounds hear while breathing out is a clear sign of problems with the airways. Some other symptoms related to asthma attack caused by cashew allergy include chest tightening, shortness of breath and chest pains.

Consumption of cashew can lead to a severe allergic reaction known as anaphylaxis. Some common symptoms include swelling of the throat that causes breathing problems, fast pulse, fainting, dizziness and lightheadedness etc. Inhalation or ingestion of even small quantities of cashew nuts may trigger an anaphylactic shock. Anaphylaxis starts suddenly and can become life threatening in a matter of seconds and that’s why it is crucial to look for immediate medical care.
source: http://www.healthandlovepage.com

Health Benefits Of Cashew Nuts

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5 Health Benefits of Cashew Nuts
#1. These nuts are packed with calories. About 50 grams of Cashew Nuts contain 275 calories. In addition, they are rich in vitamins, soluble dietary fiber, minerals and many phytochemicals that prevent diseases, including cancers.
#2. Cashews are also packed with monounsaturated fatty acids good for the heart health like palmitoleic and oleic acids. They belong to the group of essential fatty acids that can decrease the level of harmful LDL cholesterol and increase the level of good HDL cholesterol in our blood.
Scientific studies have shown that the so-called Mediterranean diet which is mostly based on monounsaturated fatty acids can help the system protect itself from strokes and coronary artery disease by supporting the blood lipid profile.
#3. These tasty nuts are rich in essential minerals too. Some of the most useful minerals found in cashew nuts are magnesium, potassium, manganese, copper, selenium, zinc and iron.
Only a handful of these nuts on a daily basis can provide the necessary amount of these minerals and protect you from deficiency-related diseases. Selenium is a very important micronutrient and it works as a co-factor for antioxidant enzymes like Glutathione peroxides known as one of the strongest antioxidants in human body. Copper acts as a co-factor for many important enzymes too like superoxide dismutase and cytochrome c-oxidase. Zinc plays the same role together with enzymes that are responsible for the regulation of the growth and progress of digestion, gonadal function and DNA synthesis.
#4. Cashews can be quite useful in numerous essential vitamins like pyridoxine or vitamin B6, pantothenic acid or vitamin B5, thiamin or vitamin B11 and riboflavin. Just 3.5 Oz (100 gr) of nuts provide about 30% of daily recommended levels of B6 (that’s about 0.147 mg). B6 significantly lowers the chances of developing sideroblastic anemia and homocystinuria.
On the other hand, niacin improves the protection against pellagra or dermatitis. In addition, the aforementioned vitamins are crucial for metabolism of fat, protein and carbs at a cellular level.
#5. Furthermore, cashews also contain a small quantity of zeaxanthin, a very important pigment of flavonoid antioxidant, which is selectively absorbed inside the retinal macula in our eyes. It is believed that it provides protective and antioxidant UV ray filtering features and protects us from ARMD or age-related macular degeneration in old people.
Besides all these benefits they bring, Cashew Nuts are considered to be the best alternative treatment for depression.
How to Naturally Treat Depression – A Basic Guide to Cashew Nutrition
Cashew nuts are an excellent source of tryptophan, a vital amino acid that we need to take through our food. This amino acid helps children grow and develop, regulates our mood, improves sleep, balances our behavior and significantly lowers the level of stress, depression and anxiety.

Only two handfuls of cashews contain between 1.000 and 2.000 mg of tryptophan, which has proven to be equally successful as prescription antidepressants in many cases and the only difference, is that you will avoid the antidepressant side effects. Of course, this is something that big pharma hides from us.
According to David Adams, FDA Deputy Commissioner for Policy who was part of the Drug Information Association Annual Meeting in 1993, we must pay close attention to the things that are happening around dietary supplements and the legal arena. If the producers of natural remedies manage to get the support, there will be a completely new class of products that will be competing with existing drugs. This is why there is need for a special law that will regulate the supplements.
In addition, the FDA Dietary Task Force has released a report in 1993, saying that the existence and selling of dietary supplements won’t jeopardize the efforts to create new drugs.
As you are probably aware, big pharma is a huge business, but there is much safer and effective natural depression treatment that they want to hide from us, because they will lose a lot of money.
An introduction to Cashew Nut Allergy
Beside almond, walnut and other similar allergies, cashew nut allergy is one of the most frequent food allergies in both adults and children. Just like peanuts, cashews can lead to very severe allergic reactions, even if an individual has taken a small quantity of cashews.
Cashew nuts are a hidden ingredient in many common foods like ice cream, Asian meals and cakes. You should look for professional help whenever you experience some of the symptoms of cashew nut allergy.
Symptoms of Cashew Nut Allergy

A few minutes after you eat or touch cashews or food that contains cashew, you may experience tingling or itching around or in your mouth. Red, raised, itchy welts in different sizes may form at different parts of the body.
Vomiting and/or stomach cramps. Some more serious symptoms may include projectile vomiting, diarrhea, nausea or difficulty swallowing. It is good to point out that a swollen throat or tongue may interrupt the airway.
Asthma or hay fever in cases of airborne cashew nut allergens inhalation. Stuffy or runny nose, itchy nose, eyes, coughing and itching on the top of the mouth are some of the symptoms of an allergic reaction in the nose and nasal passages. Whistling and wheezing sounds hear while breathing out is a clear sign of problems with the airways. Some other symptoms related to asthma attack caused by cashew allergy include chest tightening, shortness of breath and chest pains.

Consumption of cashew can lead to a severe allergic reaction known as anaphylaxis. Some common symptoms include swelling of the throat that causes breathing problems, fast pulse, fainting, dizziness and lightheadedness etc. Inhalation or ingestion of even small quantities of cashew nuts may trigger an anaphylactic shock. Anaphylaxis starts suddenly and can become life threatening in a matter of seconds and that’s why it is crucial to look for immediate medical care.
source: http://www.healthandlovepage.com

Nigerian Army To Buhari: We Are Going On Strike In January If You Don’t Pay Us

A Nigerian army soldier headquarted in Maiduguri, who does not want to disclose his personality, came up with a warning letter to the Nigerian government.

He brought forward eight crucial questions the Muhammadu Buhari administration should provide answers to by the end of January, otherwise the soldiers promise to organise a large-scale strike to draw the attention of the government to their problems.

We, the soldiers in Maiduguri, are losing patience, and we are planning massive protests in the country by January; then they will know our pains.

Here are the questions we want them to answer.

1. Is the Nigerian army really winning the war against the insurgency?

We are not winning the war against these people, if you will. Come to any location across Maiduguri and interview the soldiers one by one – then you will know the pains we are passing through here. They keep deceiving Nigerians on media, sitting down in Abuja and telling the people what is happening in the theatre. Let them come and stay in these environment.

2. Are we really paid our entitlement as the soldiers who fight and die for their nation?

Why has Dambazau, who is now the minister of interior, suspended our allowances: TC allowance and furniture allowance? Why are the navy and the air forces still being paid their money? These questions should be forwarded to Dambazau.

3. Are the soldiers really equipped with good weapons to counter insurgents?

Recently some weaponry has been brought, however, most weapons we now use were bought by Goodluck Jonathan, when he postponed the last presidential election for six weeks, and the captured terrain was regained.

4. What are the tactics used in the war?

I must tell you there are no specific tactics being used. Whenever we go for any operation, we just move; most officers are so afraid that they just push the poor soldiers forward for them to remain at the rear.

5. Are we attacking the terrorists, or we are still sitting in ambush, waiting for them?

We are still sitting in ambush. Why is it so? The best form of defence is always attack. We wait for insurgents to attack and kill soldiers for nothing. The officers may lie to us that jet has bombarded the terrorists, and we should only go for mopping up. However, getting there we are likely see them waiting for us 5 km from the camp. There are saboteurs both of the upper and lower rank in the armed forces and the government.

6. Does the president visit the troops or send delegations to boost their morale?

What does President Muhammadu Buhari do to boost the morale of the troops in the war zone? Does he send delegations to visit us? No! He will never do this. Why is it so? Don’t get me wrong: the president is really trying to make sure the war is coming to an end.

7. Why do they sentence our fellow colleagues to 10-year imprisonments?

Why those generals stealing billions of naira are still walking and driving all over the country freely? There are the soldiers who were praying for Muhammadu Buhari to win during the last election so that he could at least understand since he was once in the system. Some of these poor soldiers are the bread winners in their families, I must tell you. But look at the outcome now. Where are those who stole the money meant to purchase arms for the troops, where are those who stole $1 billion? I feel that TB Joshua’s prophesy is coming into reality now.

8. How much is the operational allowance paid to the troops?

Why are we not paid our entitlement, even those who fought and died for their fatherland? When their families come to carry the corps, we are the ones to give them money to convey the corps.
They pay us just N30, 000 for an operation. Why do we work like elephants, and eat like ants in this country? Moreover, you will never see the money in two-three months. When we are out of town, our feeding is nothing to write home about. Most commanding officers spend the allowances meant for our colleagues lying in the hospital shot.

Where is the e-payment President Muhammadu Buhari has promised to provide the armed forces with? Let our salaries come directly from the CBN, and then nobody will have a chance to eat our money.
I must tell you the soldiers here are sick and tired of the everyday propaganda. If we don’t see any improvements by the end of January, there will be arrangements to vent our anger. You know what it means when soldiers strike in the country. Those who sit under air conditioners eating our money will see us in full force.

Nigerian Army To Buhari: We Are Going On Strike In January If You Don’t Pay Us

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A Nigerian army soldier headquarted in Maiduguri, who does not want to disclose his personality, came up with a warning letter to the Nigerian government.

He brought forward eight crucial questions the Muhammadu Buhari administration should provide answers to by the end of January, otherwise the soldiers promise to organise a large-scale strike to draw the attention of the government to their problems.

We, the soldiers in Maiduguri, are losing patience, and we are planning massive protests in the country by January; then they will know our pains.

Here are the questions we want them to answer.

1. Is the Nigerian army really winning the war against the insurgency?

We are not winning the war against these people, if you will. Come to any location across Maiduguri and interview the soldiers one by one – then you will know the pains we are passing through here. They keep deceiving Nigerians on media, sitting down in Abuja and telling the people what is happening in the theatre. Let them come and stay in these environment.

2. Are we really paid our entitlement as the soldiers who fight and die for their nation?

Why has Dambazau, who is now the minister of interior, suspended our allowances: TC allowance and furniture allowance? Why are the navy and the air forces still being paid their money? These questions should be forwarded to Dambazau.

3. Are the soldiers really equipped with good weapons to counter insurgents?

Recently some weaponry has been brought, however, most weapons we now use were bought by Goodluck Jonathan, when he postponed the last presidential election for six weeks, and the captured terrain was regained.

4. What are the tactics used in the war?

I must tell you there are no specific tactics being used. Whenever we go for any operation, we just move; most officers are so afraid that they just push the poor soldiers forward for them to remain at the rear.

5. Are we attacking the terrorists, or we are still sitting in ambush, waiting for them?

We are still sitting in ambush. Why is it so? The best form of defence is always attack. We wait for insurgents to attack and kill soldiers for nothing. The officers may lie to us that jet has bombarded the terrorists, and we should only go for mopping up. However, getting there we are likely see them waiting for us 5 km from the camp. There are saboteurs both of the upper and lower rank in the armed forces and the government.

6. Does the president visit the troops or send delegations to boost their morale?

What does President Muhammadu Buhari do to boost the morale of the troops in the war zone? Does he send delegations to visit us? No! He will never do this. Why is it so? Don’t get me wrong: the president is really trying to make sure the war is coming to an end.

7. Why do they sentence our fellow colleagues to 10-year imprisonments?

Why those generals stealing billions of naira are still walking and driving all over the country freely? There are the soldiers who were praying for Muhammadu Buhari to win during the last election so that he could at least understand since he was once in the system. Some of these poor soldiers are the bread winners in their families, I must tell you. But look at the outcome now. Where are those who stole the money meant to purchase arms for the troops, where are those who stole $1 billion? I feel that TB Joshua’s prophesy is coming into reality now.

8. How much is the operational allowance paid to the troops?

Why are we not paid our entitlement, even those who fought and died for their fatherland? When their families come to carry the corps, we are the ones to give them money to convey the corps.
They pay us just N30, 000 for an operation. Why do we work like elephants, and eat like ants in this country? Moreover, you will never see the money in two-three months. When we are out of town, our feeding is nothing to write home about. Most commanding officers spend the allowances meant for our colleagues lying in the hospital shot.

Where is the e-payment President Muhammadu Buhari has promised to provide the armed forces with? Let our salaries come directly from the CBN, and then nobody will have a chance to eat our money.
I must tell you the soldiers here are sick and tired of the everyday propaganda. If we don’t see any improvements by the end of January, there will be arrangements to vent our anger. You know what it means when soldiers strike in the country. Those who sit under air conditioners eating our money will see us in full force.

How Banana Drink Can Burn Belly Fat

Are you one of those people who consume bananas in as great amounts as to even start thinking that they will start growing in your stomach?
Of course, this is a joke, but if you do really consume bananas regularly and in sufficient amounts, your body is going to be thankful to you.
You can use them in different ways, you can consume them raw as a snack or you can consume them in different recipes.
Bananas are often used in smoothies, which, let’s be honest, cannot be that good without bananas.
This time, we give you a recipe for a banana drink that will help you burn your belly fat.
You should know that the results of this drink’s consumption are visible within a week, of course, if you consume it regularly.
It is known that bananas are abundant in potassium. The potassium is necessary to the body for building strong muscles and it is also rather beneficial for getting rid of the toxins from your body.
If you combine bananas with other nutritive substances, they become even more efficient and useful.
Try consuming this drink and boost your metabolism and burn the excess fat. After the consumption of it, you will notice your fat part ways with your belly.
Now, let’s take a look at the recipe.
Ingredients needed:

One banana
Half a glass of low-fat yogurt (or fat-free one), make sure you use the Greek yogurt
a quarter tablespoon of ginger powder
two tablespoons of Whey powder
one tablespoon of coconut oil
two tablespoons of flax seed

Instructions:
Mix all ingredients together and blend them using a blender. When you’re done with that, pour the drink in a glass, drink it and take pleasure in this fantastic drink.
It is recommended that you drink this mixture in the morning. It will supply your body with numerous nutrients and energy and it will improve your day and your daily mood.
Keep up to your current diet, but enrich it with this beverage.
source: non-stophealthy

How Banana Drink Can Burn Belly Fat

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Are you one of those people who consume bananas in as great amounts as to even start thinking that they will start growing in your stomach?
Of course, this is a joke, but if you do really consume bananas regularly and in sufficient amounts, your body is going to be thankful to you.
You can use them in different ways, you can consume them raw as a snack or you can consume them in different recipes.
Bananas are often used in smoothies, which, let’s be honest, cannot be that good without bananas.
This time, we give you a recipe for a banana drink that will help you burn your belly fat.
You should know that the results of this drink’s consumption are visible within a week, of course, if you consume it regularly.
It is known that bananas are abundant in potassium. The potassium is necessary to the body for building strong muscles and it is also rather beneficial for getting rid of the toxins from your body.
If you combine bananas with other nutritive substances, they become even more efficient and useful.
Try consuming this drink and boost your metabolism and burn the excess fat. After the consumption of it, you will notice your fat part ways with your belly.
Now, let’s take a look at the recipe.
Ingredients needed:

One banana
Half a glass of low-fat yogurt (or fat-free one), make sure you use the Greek yogurt
a quarter tablespoon of ginger powder
two tablespoons of Whey powder
one tablespoon of coconut oil
two tablespoons of flax seed

Instructions:
Mix all ingredients together and blend them using a blender. When you’re done with that, pour the drink in a glass, drink it and take pleasure in this fantastic drink.
It is recommended that you drink this mixture in the morning. It will supply your body with numerous nutrients and energy and it will improve your day and your daily mood.
Keep up to your current diet, but enrich it with this beverage.
source: non-stophealthy

Nnamdi Kanu’s Wife Delivers A Bouncing Baby Boy

Uchechi Kanu

The Pregnant wife of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, (IPOB) Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, his wife Uchechi Okwu Kanu has finally delivered a bouncing baby boy.

Reports reaching me have it that, Kanu’s wife who has been pregnant for months now, finally put to bed a baby boy, his husband Mazi Kanu is still under detention in custody of Department State Service DSS under president Buhari’s order.

He was convicted of Treasonable Felony and belonging to Unlawful Society.

Nnamdi Kanu’s Wife Delivers A Bouncing Baby Boy

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Uchechi Kanu

The Pregnant wife of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, (IPOB) Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, his wife Uchechi Okwu Kanu has finally delivered a bouncing baby boy.

Reports reaching me have it that, Kanu’s wife who has been pregnant for months now, finally put to bed a baby boy, his husband Mazi Kanu is still under detention in custody of Department State Service DSS under president Buhari’s order.

He was convicted of Treasonable Felony and belonging to Unlawful Society.

Nigeria Does Not Need Assistance Despite Revenue Shortfall - IMF

The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, IMF, Christine Lagarde on Tuesday said Nigeria does not need assistance from the organisation despite battling with revenue shortfall caused by the global oil shock. Lagarde stated this in Abuja after a meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari.

Lagarde said, "Let me be very clear: I'm not here nor is my team here to negotiate a loan with conditionalities, we're not programming negotiations. "Frankly, given the determination and resilience displayed by the presidency and his team, I don’t see why an IMF programme is going to be needed." Lagarde, who is in the country on a four-day official visit, will also hold talks with the central bank governor and business leaders.

Nigeria Does Not Need Assistance Despite Revenue Shortfall - IMF

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The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, IMF, Christine Lagarde on Tuesday said Nigeria does not need assistance from the organisation despite battling with revenue shortfall caused by the global oil shock. Lagarde stated this in Abuja after a meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari.

Lagarde said, "Let me be very clear: I'm not here nor is my team here to negotiate a loan with conditionalities, we're not programming negotiations. "Frankly, given the determination and resilience displayed by the presidency and his team, I don’t see why an IMF programme is going to be needed." Lagarde, who is in the country on a four-day official visit, will also hold talks with the central bank governor and business leaders.

Nigerians Shamed Prophets Of Doom On 2015 Elections - Jonathan

Former president Dr. Goodluck Jonathan has said, Nigerians shamed prophets of doom on 2015 elections. The former president stated this in his Facebook message to expressed his gratitude to African Sun Times for naming him as its 2015 International Person of the Year.

Jonathan wrote: "I thank The African Sun Times for naming me as its International Person of the year, 2015. I am indeed humbled by this honour. When I think about it, I understand why this medium may have thought me worthy of such an honour. However, I believe that my people, the Nigerian people, are more deserving of this honour.

"We, the Nigerian people put to shame naysayers and prophets of doom and in 2015, we held a most transparent, violence free and credible elections that transferred power from one political party to another and from an incumbent to the opposition, without rancour, bitterness or strife.

In the process, we proved that nobody's political ambition is worth the blood of any Nigerian or any national of any country for that matter. That to me, is a most worthy testimonial of the character of the Nigerian nation and the resilience of our people which is why I dedicate this honour to them. May God continue to bless Nigeria and Nigerians."

Nigerians Shamed Prophets Of Doom On 2015 Elections - Jonathan

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Former president Dr. Goodluck Jonathan has said, Nigerians shamed prophets of doom on 2015 elections. The former president stated this in his Facebook message to expressed his gratitude to African Sun Times for naming him as its 2015 International Person of the Year.

Jonathan wrote: "I thank The African Sun Times for naming me as its International Person of the year, 2015. I am indeed humbled by this honour. When I think about it, I understand why this medium may have thought me worthy of such an honour. However, I believe that my people, the Nigerian people, are more deserving of this honour.

"We, the Nigerian people put to shame naysayers and prophets of doom and in 2015, we held a most transparent, violence free and credible elections that transferred power from one political party to another and from an incumbent to the opposition, without rancour, bitterness or strife.

In the process, we proved that nobody's political ambition is worth the blood of any Nigerian or any national of any country for that matter. That to me, is a most worthy testimonial of the character of the Nigerian nation and the resilience of our people which is why I dedicate this honour to them. May God continue to bless Nigeria and Nigerians."

Bomb Attacks Damage Three Sunni Mosques In Iraq

Three Sunni mosques in Iraq have been bombed and partially destroyed while at least two people have been killed in suspected retaliation for the execution of a Shia leader in Saudi Arabia, officials and police say.

Groups of men wearing military uniforms detonated explosives at two mosques overnight in the Hilla region, south of Baghdad, while al-Fateh mosque in Sinjar, just outside Hilla, was also damaged in similar circumstances.

Saudi Arabia executed 47 “terrorists”, including the Shia religious leader Nimr al-Nimr and a convicted al-Qaeda leader, Faris al-Zahrani, on Saturday. Saudi Arabia announced on Sunday it was severing diplomatic ties with Iran following an attack on its embassy in Tehran during protests against the executions in the kingdom on Saturday.

In Hilla, about 80km from the Iraqi capital Baghdad, a police officer said the Ammar bin Yasser mosque in the Bakerli neighbourhood was bombed after midnight. “After we heard the explosion, we went to its source and found that improvised explosive devices had been planted in a Hilla mosque,” a police officer said.

Ten houses were also damaged, he said, adding: “Residents said a group of people with military uniforms carried out this operation.” Falah al-Khafaji, a provincial council member, and a police source said that a guard inside the building had been killed. No group has yet claimed responsibility for the attacks.

Aljazeera.

Bomb Attacks Damage Three Sunni Mosques In Iraq

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Three Sunni mosques in Iraq have been bombed and partially destroyed while at least two people have been killed in suspected retaliation for the execution of a Shia leader in Saudi Arabia, officials and police say.

Groups of men wearing military uniforms detonated explosives at two mosques overnight in the Hilla region, south of Baghdad, while al-Fateh mosque in Sinjar, just outside Hilla, was also damaged in similar circumstances.

Saudi Arabia executed 47 “terrorists”, including the Shia religious leader Nimr al-Nimr and a convicted al-Qaeda leader, Faris al-Zahrani, on Saturday. Saudi Arabia announced on Sunday it was severing diplomatic ties with Iran following an attack on its embassy in Tehran during protests against the executions in the kingdom on Saturday.

In Hilla, about 80km from the Iraqi capital Baghdad, a police officer said the Ammar bin Yasser mosque in the Bakerli neighbourhood was bombed after midnight. “After we heard the explosion, we went to its source and found that improvised explosive devices had been planted in a Hilla mosque,” a police officer said.

Ten houses were also damaged, he said, adding: “Residents said a group of people with military uniforms carried out this operation.” Falah al-Khafaji, a provincial council member, and a police source said that a guard inside the building had been killed. No group has yet claimed responsibility for the attacks.

Aljazeera.

Afghan Forces End Siege Near Indian Consulate

Afghan special forces killed a group of attackers inside in a house in the northern city of Mazar-i-Sharif, bringing to an end a 24-hour siege following the attack on the nearby Indian consulate.

The soldiers killed the three attackers who had shut themselves in a large house near the consulate, said Abdul Razaq Qaderi, deputy police chief of Balkh province.

He said an investigation was under way to try to identify the men and those behind the attack, which occurred on the same day armed men attacked an Indian air basein Pathankot in Punjab state near the border with Pakistan.

Eight members of the security forces were wounded in the Mazar-i-Sharif gun battle which followed the attack on the consulate. The Indian ambassador said all the consulate staff were safe.

Atta Mohammad Noor, Balkh’s governor, blamed “enemies of peace and stability” for the incident. The twin attacks in Mazar-i-Sharif and Pathankot came amid renewed efforts to lower tension between India and Pakistan, and restart peace talks with the Taliban in Afghanistan.

Aljazzera.

Afghan Forces End Siege Near Indian Consulate

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Afghan special forces killed a group of attackers inside in a house in the northern city of Mazar-i-Sharif, bringing to an end a 24-hour siege following the attack on the nearby Indian consulate.

The soldiers killed the three attackers who had shut themselves in a large house near the consulate, said Abdul Razaq Qaderi, deputy police chief of Balkh province.

He said an investigation was under way to try to identify the men and those behind the attack, which occurred on the same day armed men attacked an Indian air basein Pathankot in Punjab state near the border with Pakistan.

Eight members of the security forces were wounded in the Mazar-i-Sharif gun battle which followed the attack on the consulate. The Indian ambassador said all the consulate staff were safe.

Atta Mohammad Noor, Balkh’s governor, blamed “enemies of peace and stability” for the incident. The twin attacks in Mazar-i-Sharif and Pathankot came amid renewed efforts to lower tension between India and Pakistan, and restart peace talks with the Taliban in Afghanistan.

Aljazzera.