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Stampede as soldiers descend on Abuja workers, others

Posted by admin Abuja (FCT), Armed Forces, Headlines, State News Wednesday, December 25th, 2013

There was a pandemonium on Tuesday as soldiers went on rampage, beating anyone in sight in Mararaba, a border town with the Federal Capital Territory. An eye witness account said trouble began when the soldiers, who were suspected to be intoxicated, stormed the popular Mararaba market bus stop to disperse those selling by the roadside. […]

Press Release: Dr. Okonjo-Iweala’s office reacts to Sahara Reporter story on First Lady

Posted by admin First Ladies, Headlines, Patience Jonathan, Press Releases, Women Politics Wednesday, December 25th, 2013

To: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala FEDERAL MINISTRY OF FINANCE News Release. December 23, 2013 SAHARAREPORTERS’ STORY ON WAIVER GRANTED OFFICE OF THE FIRST LADY IS A COMPLETE DISTORTION The story by Saharareporters on the so-called waivers scandal in which the notorious news website made outrageous allegations against the Office of the First Lady is a false exclusive […]

Suspects smuggle cocaine in underwear

Posted by admin Headlines, NDLEA (Anti-Drug Agency) Tuesday, December 24th, 2013

Four suspects have been arrested by officials of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency for the unlawful importation of 2.375 kilogramme wraps of substances that tested positive for cocaine. A total of 144 wraps of cocaine were found concealed inside the inner wear of two of the suspects at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport Lagos […]

Mourinho brands Arsenal cry babies over Mikel

Posted by admin Headlines, Soccer, Sports Tuesday, December 24th, 2013

Jose Mourinho has branded Arsenal cry babies following an ill-tempered goalless draw at the Emirates Stadium on Monday. Daily Mail reports that Arsene Wenger was upset that his side were denied a penalty after Willian appeared to trip Theo Walcott in the box, while Mikel Obi escaped a red card for catching Mikel Arteta’s ankle […]

The Rude & Insolent First Lady, Unoma Ekaete Akpabio

Posted by admin Akwa Ibom, Headlines, State News Tuesday, December 24th, 2013

Her Excellency, Unoma Akpabio was recently reported in one of the local tabloids to have attended the Child Dedication Ceremony of one of her husband’s aides. At the event which held at Insight Bible Church, Uyo, she is claimed to have made certain statements which are as undemocratic as they are inane. Apparently taking a […]

Robber kill advertising guru, Ogunru, steal car

Posted by admin General Politics, Headlines Monday, December 23rd, 2013

The Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Eminent Communications Limited, one of the biggest advertising agencies in the country, Mr. Sesan Ogunro, was shot and killed in the Alausa area of Lagos State on Sunday. Ogunro was also the Chairman of the Board of Broadcasting Services of Ekiti State before his untimely death. His […]

Don’t harass Ghanaians, NAGHACON tells Nigeria Immigration Service

Posted by admin Africa & World Politics, Headlines, National Politics, Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), Top Stories Monday, December 23rd, 2013

By Emma Emeozor The harassment of Ghanaians by officials of the Nigeria Immigration Service at the country’s border posts has become a major concern to the Ghanaian community in Nigeria. In a chat with Daily Sun on the sideline of the 2013 celebration of the National Association of Ghanaian Communities in Nigeria (NAGHACON) held in […]

“Atmosphere of fear” in South Sudan town of Bor – UN

Posted by admin Africa & World Politics, Headlines Sunday, December 22nd, 2013

A UN official in South Sudan has spoken of an atmosphere of fear and desperation as violence escalates. Humanitarian Co-ordinator Toby Lanzer told the BBC about summary executions in Bor, in the restive state of Jonglei that has fallen to rebels. He said that as well as people seeking refuge at the UN base there […]

INSECURITY: Uduaghan calls for state police (So you can use it to oppress your opponents/enemies)

Posted by admin Delta, Headlines, State News Sunday, December 22nd, 2013

By Emma Arubi & Akpokona Omafuaire WARRI—DELTA State governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan, weekend, reiterated the call for the creation of state police to effectively combat crime in the country. The governor made the observation during the quarterly meeting with traditional rulers and local government transition committee chairmen in the state held at the Government House […]

Warren Buffett made $37 million a day to be America’s most profitable billionaire in 2013

Posted by admin American Politics, Headlines Sunday, December 22nd, 2013

ARGUABLY the most successful investor of the 20th century has done it again. Warren Buffett added $37 million a day to his wealth in 2013, making him more profitable than any other billionaire in the US, Wealth-X claimed. TEN THINGS BILLIONAIRES WILL NOT TELL YOU THE FIRST JOB BILLIONAIRES HAD Buffett, known for his adherence […]