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UN High Commissioner on refugees, Filippo Grandi with his Excellency, VP Osinbajo during a courtesy visit to the Office of the Vice President, State House Abuja. See photos below

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Chairman Senate Commitee on Works, Senator Kabiru Gaya and committee members paid a courtesy visit to Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State. See photos below

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On Sunday, December 18, 2016, the sleepy city of Umuahia, Abia State capital was agog as Nollywood stars and film makers gather there for the premier of “fishers of men”.

The movie was produced by Sophia Williams and directed by Ozzie Nwakile.

Among the Nollywood stars at the movie premier were Cossy Ojiakor and Shan George. Both celebrities took to time out to have some fun at the occasion.

See some of their photos at the movie premier:

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Edo state Governor Obaseki received the Minister of Works, Power & Housing, Babatunde Fashola today in Benin upon his arrival. See more photos below

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Oba-Ile Akure North Voters are being served Snacks by some party agents to influence voting decision. See another photos below

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Police in Rome on Monday said they have arrested a 36-year-old Liberian man in the kidnapping and rape of a 26-year-old Nigerian woman last Saturday night, November 19th.

According to leading Italian news agency, ANSA news online, the woman, a newcomer to Rome, was unsure how to get home and heeded the man’s offer to accompany her on a bus.


She told police the man took her to the unfamiliar outlying neighborhood of San Basilio. Once off the bus, he covered her mouth and dragged her to a derelict building frequented by the homeless where he bound, gagged and raped her.

The victim managed to free herself of the gag after about an hour and screamed for help, attracting the attention of passersby who called police. First responders found her tied up on a mattress in a state of panic. She was hospitalized, while the accused was arrested.


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Jubilation already gaining momentum in Ondo state as Eyitayo Jegede wins at the court of appeal judgement today over PDP candidacy in the coming Ondo governorship election. See another below

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Ad-hoc staff of the Independent Electoral Commission (INEC) and members of the National Youth Service Corps serving in Ondo State have been warned to stay away from the forthcoming governorship election in the state.



The ominous warning was conveying via a terrifying message telling them to stay away or they would face death.

Though no one or group has laid claim to the death threats which has circulated the state as tension keep mounting towards the election which is scheduled to hold on Saturday, November 26, 2016, the police in the state has assured all that everything has been put in place to forestall any outbreak of violence.

To this end, the Nigeria Police Force has deployed over 26,000 of its personnel, gunboats, helicopters and sniffer dogs while other paramilitary outfits like the National Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), has equally deployed 5,000 to the state.

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The Nigerian Senate held a meeting with the Academic Staff Universities Union (ASUU) today after the plenary session. The Senate continues to find a long lasting resolution to issues causing the perennial.

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Sports minister, Barrister Solomon Dalung paid a courtesy visit to the corporate headquarters of Total Nigeria, Lagos. The minister held productive deliberations with the Managing Director Mr Nicolas Terraz , his deputy Mr Ahmadu- Kida Musa and other management staff on a robust partnership with the Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports development. See photos below

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Ogun State Governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun, on Monday, signed into law, a Bill prohibiting land grabbing, forcible entry on landed property, violent conducts, armed robbery, kidnapping, cultism and other allied offences.

The Governor, who signed the bill in the presence of the state Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Illiyasu; State Director, Department of State Security Service, Kabiru Sali; Commissioner of Justice and Attorney General of the state, Dr. Olumide Ayeni and other members of the State Executive Council, assured that Ogun State would not be a comfort zone for any criminally-minded individual or group, especially the land grabbers also known as "Omo Oniles."

Governor Amosun who assured that his administration would not allow criminals to operate in the state said, "kidnapping is alien to us in this part of the country and we have come to put an end to it as it now attracts 25 years jail term."

Speaking with journalists after the Bill was signed into law, Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Suraj Adekunbi, thanked the governor while adding that with the signing of the bill into law, "everybody would now sit tight and know that Ogun State is no hiding place for criminal elements."

On his part, Ogun State Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Illiyasu said this is a clarion call for all criminals in the state to change their ways. The police boss assured that "henceforth, anyone caught would face the full wrath of the law."

Signed

Adejuwon Soyinka,
Senior Special Assistant (Media)
Ogun State Governor.
November 14, 2016.


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Edo State new governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has said he would begin work immediately with a view to making the state the true heartbeat of the country.

Obaseki spoke before a huge crowd that gathered at the Dr. Samuel Ogbemudia stadium to witness the swearing in ceremony.

He emerged the fifth governor of the state since it was created in 1991.

Both Obaseki and his Deputy, Philip Shaibu earlier swore to oath of allegiance administered by the Chief Judge of the state, Justice Cromwell Idahosa.

Former Governor Adams Oshiomhole and his wife, Iara, were the cynosure of the crowd as the drove into the venue.

In his speech, Obaseki said he would hit the ground running to deliver on his campaign promises of bringing prosperity to the state especially in the creation of 200,000 jobs.

Obaseki identified ICT as the key component of realising his objectives, as he promised to make proliferation of broadband as a priority.

The jobs, according to Obaskei, would be created by focusing on the state's comparative advantage in agriculture, agro-business, commerce industrialization, entrepreneurship, technical and vocational skills.

Obaseki promised to boost agribusiness in the state by keying into the value chain of abundant cash crops in the state.

He promised to employ more workers into the state civil service as well as optimize job creation potentials.

The new governor stated that agriculture would be the focus of his socio-economic programme and that he would move Edo out of its current subsistence farming to commercial farming.

Obaseki said he would consolidate on the gains of Governor Oshiomhole by completing all on-going projects as well as promote women and youths empowerment.

On healthcare, Obaseki promised to partner with relevant stakeholders to make Edo the centre of excellence in health care delivery.

He said he would strengthened the criminal justice system for quick access to justice as well as support the police and other law enforcement agencies for speedy resolution of disputes.

Obaseki noted that the task to build the state is the responsibility of all citizens and as such he would harnessed ideas of other political parties for the good of the state.

According to him, "We will help small and medium scale enterprises by creating an enabling environment for them to thrive. Edo State government will establish a one-stop shop to provide incentive and support to make it easier for our people to provide goods and services.

"We will continue to consolidate on the gains of the last eight years by continuing the infrastructural revolution and urban renewal intimation which our Comrade started.

"We will continue to improve on educational infrastructure by building more schools to ensure that education is available to all Edo children. We will equally pay attention to the development of our intra-city roads network to enhance urban dwelling comfort and ease traffic. Lastly, we will complete all ongoing projects.

He stated that after a hard fought campaign, he was willing to gather ideas that have been articulated by all parties and integrate them for the transformation of Edo State.

"We are studying and will continue to study this ideas and seek with diligence to select what holds promise for our people and our state. The task ahead is not that of government alone; we are all in this together to bring enviable change to Edo State irrespective of our political, religious or ethnic differences.

"The tasks is to bring change to Edo. To make Edo the state of or dream and the true heart beat of Nigeria.

Dignitaries that attended the event included former Nigeria President, Yakubu Gowon, Senate President, Olusola Saraki, represented President Mohammadu Buhari, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, former Governor of Ekiti State, Segun Oni, Minister of Information, Culture and Orientation, Alhaji Lai Mohammend,

Others are Rochas Okorocha, Nasir El-rural, Ariku Bagudu, Amina Tambuwal, Senator
National Chairman of the All Progressive Congress, Akeem Bello-Osagie, Tony Elumelu, Governor Ibikunle Amosun, former Governor of Ogun, Segun Osoba.

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The Leader of NIGER DELTA VOLUNTEER FORCE. Mr George Abe, Submits Arms & Charms to RiversState Amnesty committee. See photos below

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Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode (3rd right), Speaker, House of Representatives, Hon. Yakubu Dogora (4th right); Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki (4th left); his wife, Besty (3rd left); Minister of state for Health, Dr. Osagie Ehanirei (left); Group Managing Director Afrinvest, Mr. Ikechukwu Chioke (2nd right) and his wife Mrs. Yvonne Chioke during the inaugural dinner for Governor Godwin Obaseki at the SIO Event Centre, Ikpokphan Road, Benin City, on Saturday, November 12, 2016.

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Comedian and OAP EmmaOhMaGod and TV producer Yetunde – the #TheOhEmGees got engaged in May this year and are about to get married!

Here’s what Emma has to say about the love of his life, who he playfully calls his ‘twin sister’ –

Have you ever met someone and you realized God was thinking of you when he created that person?

This alone is enough reason for me to know God has my best interest at heart! It was as if he asked me for dimensions before creating her… Everything made exactly according to my specifications in the exact right ratio… inside and outside… Choi! God loves me!
… and that is why I love my twin sister Yetunde.
Yes she is my WIFE to be and that means she is my WOMAN and my EVERYTHING.. including MOTHER, SISTER and anything else I choose to call her
#TheOhEmGees coming through…

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According to Sokoto state Governor's Aide, Imam Diman.


He said, at a Girls Secondary Sch in Sokoto, students sat on the floor for lessons, few blocks away, 200 classroom furniture was locked away.


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Fader Magazine features Africa’s leading female artiste Yemi Alade in an article and exclusive interview and pictures christened; “How Yemi Alade Hustled Her Way to Become the Queen of Afrobeats“.

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Justice Rabi T. Umar of the Bauchi State High Court will today, November 9, 2016, decide on the bail application of Nasiru Inuwa Illelah, Muhammad Adamu Gana and Adamu Yunus who were arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, for fraudulent conversation of the sum of N6,000,000 (Six Million Naira) only and issuance of a dud cheques.

Ordeal of the trio started on April 18, 2016, when a case of obtaining money by false pretence and issuance of dud cheques was reported to the Commission by one Alhaji Garba Maigana against the above accused who are the Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer respectively of the Hospital Management Board of the Amalgamated Union of Public Corporations, Civil Services Technical and Recreation Services Employees and its leadership.

The petitioner alleged that sometimes in January, 2016, the trio lured him by requesting for the supply of a truck of a 50kg Labane rice to the union in Bauchi State.

In his own part, the complainant reported that he delivered to them a trailer load of rice (600 bags) valued at N6, 000,000.00 under the false pretence that Local Government staff were to be the beneficiaries. He was also made to believe that payment would be effected through direct deduction and be affected in two monthly installments against January and February, 2016 salaries.

In soliciting his trust, he was issued with two post-dated Sterling Bank cheques numbers 13894740 of 5th February, 2016 and 13894740 of 5th March, 2016 which were separately lodged and returned dishonored for insufficiency of fund. All efforts to get them pay back the money yielded no fruits as they were eventually found out to have diverted the goods elsewhere for their personal benefit.



The investigation carried out by the Commission, a prima facie case was made against the defendants, that investigation linked the defendants with the offences with which they were charged.

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England U20s made a winning start to the Suwon Continental Cup in South Korea after an 8-1 victory vs Nigeria.

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On Sunday, November 6, Eko Hotel & Suites was shut down as the most anticipated event, the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), was staged live which had in attendance top music artists from all over Africa.

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Live Pictures from the Court of Appeal Abuja as sitting resumes today on Ondo state PDP appeal update. See more photos below

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Kano state Governor Umar Ganduje today visited Kano Students that are studying in October 6 University in Egypt sponsored on scholarship by the state.

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Kaduna state Governor Nasir El Rufai, former president, Olusegun Obasanjo, Oba Of Lagos, Ridwan Akiolu and Emir of Kano, Sanusi are in Ijebu-Ode as the Awujale of the Ijebu Kingdom gives out his daughter's hand in Marriage today. See photos below

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agos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Saturday said his administration would continue to utilise the elements of arts, culture, entertainment, tourism and sports to showcase the potentials that abound in the State.

The Governor, who spoke when he hosted members and nominees of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) to a cocktail at the Lagos House, Ikeja, said Lagos was fast emerging as the entertainment capital of Africa, saying that the State was honoured to be hosting the 2016 AFRIMA awards.

”As you already know, Lagos is a mega city with a vibrant artistic soul. Our aim as the entertainment capital of Africa is to continue to use arts, culture, entertainment, tourism and sports to promote excellence in our state.

“This of course is the reason why we are hosting the AFRIMA awards this year and why we are always willing to open our doors to great and credible initiatives that align with our vision to be the foremost hub for tourism and entertainment in Africa,” the Governor said.

Governor Ambode said he was impressed with the quality of performances exhibited by the artistes at the AFRIMA music village on Friday night, saying it was a good prelude to the main awards night.

“I therefore thank the organizers and the AU delegate for this great initiative and for a job well done. More importantly, my hearty congratulations go to all the nominees. In Lagos, you are all winners and we promise to see you again,” he said.

The event featured performances by several nominees and music stars from across the continent, including Naomi Mark, while fast rising comedian, Kehinde Peter Otolorin popularly known as Kenny Blaq thrilled the audience with rib cracking jokes.

SIGNED
HABIB ARUNA
CHIEF PRESS SECRETARY
NOVEMBER 6, 2016

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Months after MTN dropped some of their celebrity ambassadors, telecoms giant Globacom has done the same.

A report has it that Sammie Okposo, Wizkid, Burna Boy, Wande Coal and singing duo of P-Square, have been dropped.

As a replacement ,Timaya has been signed on and discussion is in advance stage to sign FalzTheBahdGuy from MTN, Olamide from Etisalat and 2face from Airtel.

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President Muhammadu Buhari, on Friday, formally married off his daughter, Fatima, to Malam Yau Gimba Kumo in Daura, his hometown in Katsina State.

Malam Gimba Ya’u Kumo was born on the of November 5, 1959, in Gombe, Gombe State. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria in 1983 and a Master’s degree in Business Administration and Management (MBA) from Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi in 1999.
He is a member, Nigeria institute of Management (NIM), Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (FCITN), Fellow of the African Business School (ABS), Fellow of the Institute of Research & Leadership Technology (IRLT), Member of the Institute of Management Executive & Administration of Nigeria (MIMEA), Member of the Nigeria Institute of Certified Credit Administrators (AICCA).

He was appointed Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria on the 4th December 2010. His tenure ended in August 2014. President Muhammadu Buhari’s second daughter will be getting married to her fiancé, Mallam Gimba Yau Kumo (former MD Federal Mortgage Bank) at her father’s home in Daura, Katsina state on today, Friday, October 28th.

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Abia state Governor Ikpeazu was pictured this evening at the airport as security operatives checked him thoroughly before boarding an Airpeace plane. See photos below

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President Buhari congratulates Sen. Kabiru Ibrahim Gaya on his election as VP of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) for Africa

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