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Boko Haram: Tight Security at Police HQ

Posted by admin Headlines, Nigerian Police Saturday, November 12th, 2011

Boko Haram suicide bomb attack on Police Headquarters By Yemi Akinsuyi Barely one week after about 100 people lost their lives in the blasts suspected to have been perpetrated by the dreaded Islamic sect, Boko Haram in Damaturu, Yobe State and Borno State, federal government establishments, including the Force Headquarters in Abuja were yesterday tightly […]

Oshiomhole Buys 50 Per Cent Tickets for Fans

Posted by admin Edo, Headlines, State News Saturday, November 12th, 2011

Edo State Governor, Comrade Adams Aliu Oshiomhole Edo State Governor, Comrade Adams Aliu Oshiomhole, has revealed that 50 per cent of tickets for the Nigeria versus Botswana game on Saturday will not be on sale as they have been purchased by the government for fans across the state. Oshiomhole, who spoke through a special aide, […]

Tension in Imo as tribunal decides Okorocha, Ohakim’s fate today

Posted by admin Headlines, Imo, State News Saturday, November 12th, 2011

Ahead of today’s ruling by the Imo State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal, in a case challenging Governor Rochas Okorocha’s victory in the governorship election, tension has gripped residents and people of the state. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) had, shortly after the declaration of the election’s results, filed a petition against Okorocha of All Progressives […]

That unguarded missile against Wamakko

Posted by admin Headlines, Sokoto, State News Saturday, November 12th, 2011

Since the emergence of the administration of Alhaji Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko (Sarkin Yamman Wamakko) as governor of Sokoto State, it has been dogged by irritant opposition from some people who would prefer sustenance of rubbishing the cherished values of the Seat of Caliphate. Series of court cases trailed the administration in avowed stance of making […]

Picture: Day Soyinka led Nollywood’s invasion of Kenya

Posted by admin Arts/Culture & Entertainment, Headlines, On The Lighter Side Friday, November 11th, 2011

It was an invasion that will not be forgotten in a hurry. The street of Nairobi, capital city of Kenya, was literally taken over by Nigerian movie stars, who had come in droves to showcase the magic of Nollywood. Even a Kenyan tabloid had reported the Nollywood ‘invasion’ with a banner headline: ‘The Nigerians Are […]

Keshi seeks flying start with Eagles

Posted by admin Headlines Friday, November 11th, 2011

After his unveiling ceremony as the new Super Eagles’ gaffer on Thursday, Stephen Keshi seeks to begin his assignment on a flying start this afternoon, as he guides the national team against the Zebras of Botswana in an international friendly match inside the main bowl of Dr Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City. Fondly called […]

How govt connive with oil companies against suffering communities — Mitee

Posted by admin Headlines, Niger Delta, Oil Politics Friday, November 11th, 2011

Leader of the Movement for the Survival of Ogoni People (MOSOP), Barrister Ledum Anazor Mitee, has warned the country’s leadership not to take the youth for granted. He said that the continued neglect of the youth is dangerous, as what happened in North Africa has shown that they could revolt and the crisis would consume […]

More troubles for Sylva as Bayelsa elders condemn interventions

Posted by admin Bayelsa, Headlines, State News Friday, November 11th, 2011

As Bayelsa State governor, Mr. Timipre Sylva, flags off his re-election campaign today, despite his non-clearance by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), elders of the state have said that he’s not a candidate in next year’s governorship election. At a press briefing under the auspices of the Bayelsa Elders and Opinion Leaders, in Abuja, the […]

Tribunal upholds Yuguda’s election

Posted by admin Arts/Culture & Entertainment, Bauchi, Headlines, State News Friday, November 11th, 2011

The Bauchi Governorship Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Bauchi yesterday upheld the election of Governor Isa Yuguda of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of the state as the duly elected candidate during the April 28 gubernatorial election. Dissatisfied with the result announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Yusuf Maitama Tuggar of the Congress […]

MASSOB petitions Jonathan, IG over death of member

Posted by admin Headlines Friday, November 11th, 2011

Movement for the Actualization of the Sovereign State of Biafra (MASSOB) has petitioned President Goodluck Jonathan and Inspector-General of Police (IGP) over the death of Dr. Sylvanus Amuta who died after he was manhandled by the police in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State during the Igbo Day celebration on September 29, 2011. Dr. Amuta was among the […]