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Mara Cruiz Organics is excited to introduce natural hair products designed to solve hair problems peculiar to our African black textured hair. The brand believes in a natural approach to healthy hair care using natural ingredients – pure plant butters, oils and botanical extracts that are completely free from harsh chemicals.

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The product formulas help solve common black textured hair problems like dry hair, frizzy hair, dull hair, itchy scalp, dandruff, hair loss and damaged hair. The brand has three ranges- Natural Kids Range, Adult Hair Care Range, and Scalp Rescue W/Tea Tree Oil Range.
The Natural Kids range is gently formulated for sensitive scalp of kids. The range makes taking care of kiddies hair easier. It features 5 premium hair products: Moisturizing Natural shampoo, Moisturizing conditioner, Leave In conditioner, Moisturizing hair butter and Calendula & Coconut Natural Infused Baby Oil.
The Adult Hair Care Range has a complete hair care system that provide users with a quality, natural and safer solution to their hair care needs. The range features Moisturizing Natural Shampoo, Nourishing Rinse Out Conditioner, Moisturizing & Detangling Leave In Conditioner, Hair Growth Stimulator Oil, Moisturizing Hair Cream, Hair Mayonnaise and Nourish & Shine Hair Oil.
The Scalp Rescue w/Tea Tree Oil Range is formulated to eliminate dandruff and itchy scalp. It features Scalp Rescue Shampoo, Scalp Rescue Hair Cream, Scalp Rescue Hair Oil, and Scalp Rescue Conditioner.
Mara Cruiz Organics makes it easy for African women to effectively take care of their hair without hurting their scalp or pockets. Tens of testimony from very happy users shows that the brand is doing the right thing-supporting women of color who have made the right choice of using a healthier alternative for their hair care needs.
African black textured hair needs proper care for it to flourish. It takes more than just products to achieve a healthy hair. This is why Mara Cruiz Organics offers a different hair experience to users by providing adequate information and knowledge necessary to achieve and maintain a healthy hair. The brand also designs a healthy hair regime for users that helps them achieve their specific hair goal.

Mara Cruiz beauty brand maximizes the benefit of technology and online space for a global outreach. With a fast nationwide delivery service, products are ensured to reach users nationwide and beyond.

Currently, Mara Cruiz operates in Lagos, Ibadan, Osun, Abuja, Benin, Port Harcourt, Enugu, Ogun, Warri, and Akwa Ibom and looking to expand as more distributors are welcomed to our growing team.

Mara Cruiz was founded by Amara Tasie, a beauty entrepreneur whose passion is to create beauty related solutions for women by helping them feel good about their appearance thereby boosting their self esteem and confidence.

For more information on how to take care of your natural hair, visit www.maracruizorganics.com or send an email to info@maracruizorganics.com

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/mara-cruiz-organics-launches-solution-black-textured-hair-problems/

Come hangout with Efe Paul Azino & Igoni Barrett!
Join us on Sunday, 31 July as #FarafinaReads with award-winning writers A. Igoni Barrett and Efe Paul Azino. The authors will be reading from and discussing their work, including their latest books, Blackass (by A. Igoni Barrett) and For Broken Men Who Cross Often (by Efe Paul Azino).

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There will be conversations, question-and-answer and spoken word performances.
Date: Sunday, 31 July 2016
Time: 3.00 PM
Venue: Bar Enclave, 1 Adeola Adeleye Street, off Coker Road, Ilupeju, Lagos

Entry is free, so bring a friend.

This event is hosted by Mainland Book Cafe and Bar Enclave.

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/mainland-book-cafe-host-farafinareads-efe-paul-azino-igoni-barrett-bar-enclave-lagos/

Lagos State Government has promised to ensure that disabled persons in the State enjoy meaningful life through continuous exploration of available avenues in making life more habitable and convenient for People With Disabilities (PWDs).

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The Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Youth and Social Development, Mr. Hakeem Muri-Okunola, sought the cooperation of all members of the public in achieving a Lagos free of discrimination against these set of individuals in their quest to access public facilities and use public transportation.

Muri-Okunola who disclosed this today at a stakeholders meeting with officials of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), relevant Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of government in the transportation sector and other stakeholders at Alausa Ikeja, added that the State government had been engaging relevant stakeholders in a bid to further give meaningful life to PWDs and will continue to engage others whose actions would impact the lives of these category of people.

According to him, one of the ultimate intentions of government is to reduce or totally put an end to the rate at which PWDs depend on family members for assistance all the time.

“The benefits of making mobility easier and more comfortable and accessible for PWDs are immense. For instance, there is hardly any family in Nigeria that does not have at least one PWD member and if such member is not able to move about easily, he becomes dependent on other members for his livelihood, and this can be a burden on individuals” he said.

The Permanent Secretary also explained that “it is government’s sincere belief that, if accorded all the rights and privileges with an enabling environment, PWDs can be highly resourceful”.

The General Manager of LASODA, Dr. Babatunde Awelenje who also addressed participants at the event said that the essence of the gathering was borne out of government’s quest to integrate PWDs into the society regardless of the forms of their disabilities.

He said government has observed that one of the major challenges confronting PWDs is accessibility to public transportation and that is why government has taken it upon itself to continuously sensitize relevant stakeholders.

‘In addressing this situation, the buy-in of private individuals and bodies like the NURTW is very important’ he added.

Giving an insight to the State Special Peoples’ Law, Barrister Bolarinwa Salami, a Legal Officer with the Ministry of Justice said that a section of the Law states that operators of public vehicles should always assign seats at convenient places to PWDs, stressing that right to public transportation remains an integral aspect of the Law.

He therefore urged members of the society to accord preferences to PWDs especially during emergency situations and in public places.

‘In implementing some aspects of the Law, the State Government has taken the first step that should be emulated by all. In all government owned vehicles especially BRT and LAGBUS buses, reserved seats are usually provided for PWDs in addition to reserved parking spaces in all government owned institutions.
In his closing comments, Salami said ‘provision of public facilities now has consideration for the needs of the PWDs always. I urge commercial bus operators and the general public to follow this example’.

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/lasg-improve-living-conditions-people-disability/

The UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has rolled out a number of measures, including technical assistance, capacity building and the revision of the country’s Tourism Master Plan, as part of efforts to ensure the development of tourism in the country.

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The UN Agency announced the measures, which also include the organization of international conferences in Nigeria and the certification of tourism courses, at the end of a two-day meeting between the Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, and the global tourism agency in Madrid, Spain, on Wednesday.

At the meeting, held at the headquarters of the UNWTO, Nigeria also expressed interest in hosting the 60th meeting of the global Agency’s Commission for Africa in 2018 in order to attract global attention to tourism in the country.

In addition, the global agency is widening access to its e-library for Nigerian tourism officials and offering support for relevant tourism institutions and agencies in Nigeria.

Under the UNWTO’s technical assistance programme, Nigeria will be assisted in the area of data collection for the elaboration of tourism statistics, rural tourism development, hotel classification and in designing programmes to create awareness for tourism.

In the area of capacity building, the focus will be on the empowerment of women in tourism through the centres being planned for the six geo-political zones and the training of festival managers, among others.

UNWTO Secretary-General Taleb Rifai, who led the agency’s strong delegation to the meeting, said the implementation of the programmes would start immediately and continue for the next two years.

He commended the Minister for his ”great intelligence and big vision” for tourism in Nigeria, adding that the ”good chemistry” between him and the Minister must be used for the good of Nigeria.

For his part, the Minister, who led the Nigerian delegation to the meeting, described it as ”most useful” and beneficial to the country.

”I want to express the appreciation of the Government and people of Nigeria to the UNWTO for their support. You have been passionate in your collaboration and you have helped us in more ways than we could imagine,” Alhaji Mohammed said.

The meeting, which marked the return of Nigeria to the centre stage of the organization it joined in 1975, was held at the instance of the UNWTO Secretary-General, who invited the Minister to the Agency’s headquarters after the two met at the 58th UNWTO CAF Meeting in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire, last April.

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/un-tourism-agency-rolls-measures-boost-tourism-development-nigeria/

Catch exciting talent of MC’s SEFIYA & Ms CHIEF
GBT Winners: VERCHI, CROSSMATT, DABORN & BENZINO

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You don’t want to miss this fresh exciting edition

DATE: Thursday 28th July
VENUE: Pattya Oriental
30 Adeola Hopewell
Victoria Island
(Close to Law School opposite: UBA)

Time: 10PM

LoudNProudLive Series: Keeping REAL music ALIVE

www.loudnproudlive.com

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/loudnproudlive-series-femme-fatal-mcs-young-fresh-fierce-gbt-winners-edition/

In the light of the dwindling economy in the country, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) has called on Nigerians, irrespective of religious and political affiliations, to be resilient, adding that other countries of the world have gone through similar challenges in their national development process.

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This was stated in a press release made available to the media by the Deputy Director (Press), of the agency, Fidel Agu on Tuesday in Abuja.

Director General of NOA, Garba Abari made this call when he paid a courtesy visit on the Managing Editor, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja.

Abari noted that there was a high level of mistrust between the citizenry and the government which needs to be addressed through proper information management, hence his desire for collaboration between the two Agencies to foster national re-orientation, patriotism and unity amongst Nigerians.

He described the role of information dissemination as key in nation building, adding that NOA and NAN must mobilize opinions and characters towards changing the ugly narratives confronting Nigeria.

The DG NOA said “With the dwindling economy which constitutes greater challenge to meeting national obligations, there is need to tell Nigerians what is responsible for the challenges so that we can begin to assess ourselves and ask questions on how we missed it as a nation”. Assuring Nigerians of better days ahead, Abari said no society is immune from turbulence and challenges, but admonished that we must work together to get to the promised land and build a country that we will proudly bequeath to our children.

In his remarks, the Managing Director of NAN, Bayo Onanuga, said there was a disconnect between what our values as a nation used to be and what we see now, noting that we must be united and capitalize on our diversity to mobilize for national development.

Onanuga described corruption as the canker worm that has eaten deep into the fabric of our nation, calling on citizens to sensitize, mobilize and support the government in the fight against corruption which he said, is of utmost importance for national development.

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/noa-urges-nigerians-resilient-despite-dwindling-economy/

Lagos State Governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode on Tuesday embarked on extensive inspection of on-going projects across the State, where he equally flagged off the world class Epe-Marina Lagoon reclamation project aimed at giving a quantum leap to the tourism potentials of the State.

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Governor Ambode, who was accompanied on the inspection tour by top government functionaries, said the lagoon reclamation projects in Epe and Badagry, upon completion, would look like that of Dubai in United Arab Emirates (UAE).

He assured that the Badagry-Marina Lagoon reclamation project would be completed by the end of August, this year.

The Epe-Marina Lagoon reclamation project is a complete redevelopment of project site to facilitate development of the area and promote tourism.

The project comes with sand filling to the lagoon up to about 200 meters and dualization of the network of roads in the axis with functional walkways.

Speaking on why the Epe-Marina and Badagry-Marina projects were embarked upon simultaneously by the State Government, Governor Ambode said: “We want to actually duplicate what you see in Dubai-Marina. This is a whole stretch of two kilometers of real estate and new tourist centres that we are putting in Epe and Badagry at the same time.

“We believe strongly that coming out from our retreat that we said we are going to grow the IGR of Lagos State by 2017 to N30billion and 2018 to N50billion, we believe that some of these projects that we are commencing now are just inlets to our dream of growing the IGR.

“We know that by the time we are expanding tourism potentials of Badagry and Epe at the same time, we will be able to get new investors that will be able to come to our new locations to do other things beyond what you see about recreation, tourism or entertainment and then get a whole lot of investments into Lagos State. This is part of our dreams and dreams do come true.

“We are looking at the future of tourism from both axis. You cannot put tourism in those places without doing the infrastructure that is required to allow people to come in and that is why we are also doing the road network,” the Governor said.

Governor Ambode, who equally inspected the on-going dualization of about 25 network of roads in Epe, said the massive investment of government in the area was part of the grand plan to transform the axis and same was in line with the Lekki Free Trade Zone (LFTZ) project.

He expressed satisfaction with the level and pace of work done so far, saying that the quality was of international standard.
He also expressed optimism that the projects, upon completion, would decongest the heartland of Lagos as people would be encouraged to move to Epe and Ibeju-Lekki axis.

Speaking to journalists at the project sites, Governor Ambode said: “We believe with this expansion, the whole lot of what we are trying to do in Epe and Ibeju-Lekki axis will be developed.

“We are inspired to see how we can look at the phase two of this project as quickly as possible. This road dualization is expected to be completed in 16 months but because we are ahead of schedule, we are looking at the first quarter of next year.

“With this, we have just injected 30 kilometers of standard roads into Epe and the meaning of that is of course changing the economy of Epe Township, real estate will be boomed and we are encouraging commerce and industrialization.

“This project is the backbone of the Lekki Free Trade Zone, Deep Seaport and the proposed Airport. All the State Government is doing is stimulating the economy and that is what is happening here,” he said.

Governor Ambode also inspected the VIP Chalets in Epe where he disclosed that government will expand the housing scheme in the area and carry out perimeter fencing of the project site.

Earlier, Governor Ambode and his team inspected the Adeniji Adele transport interchange outward Third Mainland Bridge, where he ordered massive enforcement against illegal dropping and picking of passengers at undesignated bus stops.

This, the Governor said, would enhance ease of vehicular movement around that axis and drastically reduce traffic on the Third Mainland Bridge inward Obalende and Lagos Island.

The Governor also inspected the on-going rehabilitation and upgrading of Freedom Road and Admiralty Way in Lekki, as well as the on-going bridge being constructed at Ajah Roundabout.

He, however, urged the people to continue to pay their taxes so that government would continue to provide the needed infrastructures.

He said: “I think in the last 14 months, we have been able to show Lagosians that we can actually appropriate the taxes that they paid judiciously and then allocate it to the different sectors that really have meaning and impact to the ordinary Lagosians.

“The more they see what we are doing, the more inspired tax payers should be to perform their civic obligations and when they pay their taxes, our commitment remains the same, we will use these taxes judiciously and also expand the growth and economy of Lagos so that life becomes safer, cleaner and then more prosperous for all Lagosians,” he said.

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/governor-ambode-flags-off-epe-marina-lagoon-reclamation-project/

President Muhammadu Buhari Monday in Abuja said his administration will pay keen interest to accountability and transparency to fast-track football development in the country.

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Receiving the FIFA President, Gianni Infantino, and the Secretary-General, Fatma Samuora, at State House, President Buhari challenged football administrators to fashion out strategic programmes to develop the game.

Congratulating the duo on their election, particularly Samuora, the first African and female to be elected FIFA Secretary-General, President Buhari welcomed Infantino’s programme to reform the world game through transparency, anti-corruption and good governance.

The President pledged Nigeria’s support to FIFA president’s reform agenda, noting that they were similar to those his presidency had outlined to resuscitate Nigeria.

“Majority of Nigerians are married to football. In the rural areas, when there is no electricity and there is a game to watch, Nigerians go to the extent of renting small generators, popularly known as ‘I better-pass-my neighbour’ to watch the game.

“We will take the development of football very seriously and I encourage the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to behave itself and organise effective competitions for the good of the game,” he said.

“Accountability is serious business and I welcome you (Infantino) into the club of accountable Chief Executive Officers,” the President said.

In his remarks, Infantino asked the Nigerian authorities to pay attention to infrastructure and find a lasting solution to the problem of violence and insecurity at match venues.

“I foresee Nigeria as a bedrock for the development of the game in Africa, however, infrastructure, stability and security are needed to make this happen,” he said.

The FIFA officials were accompanied by the Minister of Youth and Sports, Barr. Solomon Dalung, NFF President, Amaju Pinnick and President, Nigeria Olympic Committee, Engr. Habu Gumel.

Femi Adesina
Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity)
July 25th, 2016

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/president-buhari-recieves-fifa-president-open-fifas-assistant-nfa-reforms/

The Temple Management Company (TMC), has announced the formation of a 360 management company which is poised to bridge the gap between the Nigerian corporate space and the burgeoning creative and entertainment sector.

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At a time of rising global recognition and demand for the work of Nigerian creative talents, the perennial challenge has been that to compete properly with their international counterparts, Nigerian creatives need better branding, access and positioning. Industry experts have also pointed out that brands have failed to maximise their potential because of of the sub-par representation they currently get.

TMC, which began operations in March 2016, primarily in the entertainment, sports, media and art sectors, is set to change all that, and bring Nigerian talents to the same table with their international counterparts. Incorporated in Nigeria with strong international affiliations across Africa, North America, and Europe, TMC was founded by serial investor and art aficionado Idris Olorunnimbe.

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The company set out with a mission ‘to continually improve on content, bridge the gulf between local talents and their foreign counterparts in line with international best practices’. With a formidable team parading some of the brightest young professionals in entertainment, fashion, arts, finance, law and media, TMC is fully prepped to deliver its objective to raise the profile of local talents.

Mr. Olorunnimbe, who also serves as Chief Executive Officer, sums up the TMC vision this way, “With the constant expansion of the entertainment industry and growth of sporting activities, our vision is to remain the leading African talent and event management outfit, representing the biggest talents in entertainment, sports, media, the arts and other relevant areas.”

Mr. Olorunnimbe added, “Our focus is now to expand the recruitment of agents to create a new enduring institution in this country.”

According to him, TMC will focus on the core functions of talent representation but will, allied with corporate organisations, also provide a wide range of financial and advisory services, manage endorsement portfolios, and package bespoke events for domestic and international markets.

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Within a short spell, TMC has already sent shock-waves into the industry by signing management deals with some of Nigeria’s biggest talents, including Nigeria’s biggest record label Mavin Records, renowned disc jockey DJ Jimmy Jatt, award-winning visual artist and writer Victor Ehikhamenor, media personality Bunmi Davies, artist/jeweller Mode Aderinokun and the doyenne of Nigerian broadcast media, Funmi Iyanda.

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Supreme Mavin Dynasty crew of Mavin Records now signed to Temple Management.


After signing the deal with TMC a few weeks ago, Mavin Records CEO, Don Jazzy, said, “We are stepping into the future with The Temple Management Company as they redefine creative talent management in Nigeria.”

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The TMC board includes luminaries of Nigerian industry and enterprise such as Mr. Tunde Folawiyo and Mr. Ajibola Abudu. The diversity of the Executive team includes individuals who have worked with Nigeria’s leading law firm, Zenith Bank, Samsung, McDonalds, Nestle UK, Eurosport, the English Football Association, 234Next, the Lagos State Government and in the music industry, with LA Reid, Pharrell, Jamie Foxx and Sean ‘P Diddy’ Combs.



Twitter: @thetempleco
Instagram: @thetemplecompany
Email: info@thetemplecompany.com
https://www.thetemplecompany.com

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/temple-management-company-launches-full-service-talent-agency-nigeria/

As the date for the 30th July re-run State and National Assemblies elections draw closer, the Rivers State Deputy Governor, Dr. (Mrs) Ipalibo Harry-Banigo has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC to be proactive in its preparation to avert some of the pitfall of the previous re-run elections in the State.

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In a statement through her Press Secretary, Paul Damgbor, the Deputy Governor said the call became necessary to avert a repeat of another re-run election in the State.

She said it is sad that Rivers State is not being represented in some constituencies at both the State and National Assemblies and wondered who stands to benefit from such anormality.

The Deputy Governor said INEC must resist any act of partisanship and mobilise electoral materials, personnel timely and transparently, and take full responsibility for the smooth conduct of a free, fair and credible election.

Dr. Banigo stated that INEC should be in a better position to put all necessary logistic arrangement in place rather than looking for excuses insisting that the State Government is committed to playing its role in the re-run exercise.

She advised the Commission not to be intimidated by the antics and utterances of some politicians whose desperation is to occupy political offices through the backdoor, contending that politics should not be seen as a do or die affair.

The Deputy Governor stressed the need for INEC to maintain its neutrality in the electoral process to build confidence in the people so as to safe our democratic process.

She also advised civil society and international observers to effectively participate in the monitoring of the Saturday’s re-run.

Paul Damgbor
Press Secretary to the Deputy Governor

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/banigo-urge-inec-proactive-neutral/

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has called on Ikwerre professionals in the United States of America and Canada to work towards attracting foreign direct investments to the state.

Speaking in Port Harcourt on Saturday night during a dinner/fund-raising organised by the Ogbakor Ikwerre USA and Canada to mark the end of its International Conference on Ikwerre, Governor Wike said such investments would assist the state government fast track development.

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He said the commitment of the Ogbakor Ikwerre USA and Canada to the development of Ikwerre land and Rivers State remains commendable, adding that attracting foreign direct investments in the agricultural sector would be appreciated.

The governor said : “The professionals in the Ogbakor Ikwerre USA and Canada have already done a lot for Ikwerre land. But I want to call on the group and her key members to attract foreign direct investments to Rivers State.

“We will easily partner with investors who are committed to investing in the area of agriculture. Any such investor will be given access to land and the requisite certificate of occupancy. We believe that this will create jobs and expand our economy “.

He called on Ikwerre people to promote intra-ethnic unity while they forge areas of partnership with other ethnic groups in the state.

The governor said that despite several challenges, the Ikwerre Ethnic Nationality has come of age, with all other ethnic groups appreciating their contributions to the growth of Rivers State and Nigeria.

“Never again will anyone think that Ikwerre is not an important ethnic nationality. But, we must continue to build links of friendship and cooperation with other ethnic nationalities to enhance development in Rivers State .

“I am a typical Ikwerre man. I owe nobody an apology. If there is the next world, I will gladly be an Ikwerre man “, he said.

In his remarks, President of Ogbakor Ikwerre USA and Canada, Mr Fortune Woluwo said the association plans to build a skills acquisition centre in Ikwerre land to empower youths with skills to eke out a living.

He added that the association is working out support for the less privileged in Ikwerre land in different sectors of the economy.

Chairman of the occasion, Former President of NBA, Chief OCJ Okocha (SAN ) said the Diaspora Association deserves support for its investments in the state.

Former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon Austin Opara said the Ikwerre people are happy with Governor Wike for transforming the landscape of Rivers State and serving as a worthy ambassador of the ethnic nationality.

Simeon Nwakaudu,
Special Assistant to the Rivers State Governor, Electronic Media.
24th July, 2016.

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/governor-wike-calls-foreign-direct-investment-rivers-state/

At least 18 people have lost their lives and 23 others sustained injuries in a powerful explosion in a town in Iraq’s eastern province of Diyala near the border with Iran.

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Security sources, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the bomb attack took place in the town of al-Khalis, located roughly 15 kilometers (9 miles) northwest of the provincial capital city of Baqubah, on Monday morning.

The head of the Provincial Council, Omar Maan al-Korawi, said a car rigged with explosives was detonated near the entrance to the Department of Agriculture in the town.

No individual or militant group has claimed responsibility for the act of violence, yet.

The development came only a day after a bomber attacked a security checkpoint in the Shia-majority district of Kadhimiyah, north of the capital, Baghdad, killing at least 10 civilians and four policemen.

A police officer said at least 31 people were also wounded in the attack.

Latest figures released by the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq show a total of 662 Iraqis were killed and 1,457 others injured in acts of terrorism, violence and armed conflict in June.

According to the UN mission, the number of civilian fatalities stood at 382. Violence also claimed the lives of 280 members of the Iraqi security forces in that month. A great portion of the fatalities was recorded in Baghdad, where 236 civilians were killed.

The northern and western parts of Iraq have been plagued by gruesome violence ever since Daesh terrorists launched a campaign of terror in the country in June 2014.

Iraqi government forces, backed by fighters from allied Popular Mobilization units, have been pushing the militants out of the country’s territory.

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/bombing-kills-18-injures-23-eastern-iraq/

The Acting Inspector-General of Police, Ibrahim K. Idris, Thursday, had an interactive session with the joint committee of Senate and House Committee on Police Affairs in furtherance to the oversight functions, of the National Assembly.

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This was stated in a press release issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, , Force HeadQuarters, DCP Don N. Awunah on Friday in Abuja.

According to Awunah, the session which was held in Room 221 Senate building, National Assembly Complex, under the glare of the press, kicked off with an address by the Chairman Senate Committee on Police Affairs, Sen. Ibrahim Abu.

He said the Chairman in his speech, congratulated the IGP on his appointment and acquainted him with the fact that the Senate plays a pivotal role in the management of the Police Affairs as stipulated in Order 8 Rule 188 Sub 1 and 2 of the Senate Rules.

he added that in the same vein, the Chairman House Committee on Police Affairs, Hon Haliru Dauda Jika, stated that members of the Committee will provide the necessary platform for an effective and efficient management of the Nigeria Police Force. He also informed the IGP that the Committee is inundated with complaints from officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force.

“Responding, the IGP among other things mentioned the determination of his management team to implement core international best practices in policing while restructuring the Nigeria Police Force to be more accountable and responsive Police Force.

“The IGP stressed that the welfare of members of the Force is of utmost importance and priority under his Administration.

“As for the incessant security challenges bedevilling the country, he said he had already concluded plans to restructure, equip and retrain Police personnel.

“In order to gain trust from the public and restore integrity in the Force, the IGP promised to restructure X-squad whose mandate will be to curb corruption within and outside the Force.” He said.

Awunah said that the Inspector General, further told the joint session that his administration would establish an Eminent Persons Forum comprising of retired security agents, elder statesmen and other stakeholders in all the States of the Federation and the FCT, Abuja in order to tap from their resourcefulness.

“He stated that such an innovation will help bring an end to the ugly scourge of clashes between Pastoralists and Farmers across the country, as such forum will create a platform for both parties to engage and partner in the interest of the country.” He added.

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/igp-interactive-session-nass-promises-gain-public-trust/

The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has stressed the need for a robust partnership between the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) and the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) that could help build the capacity of FRCN staff and enhance their efficiency.

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Speaking during a visit to the BBC headquarters in London on Friday, the Minister said the kind of capacity building he is advocating must be ”inclusive”, leading to a change in the orientation of the FRCN staff.

”An authentic programme that is suitable for our (FRCN) operation must be developed,” he said, noting especially the need for a leadership re-orientation for news media gatekeepers in the corporation.

Alhaji Mohammed also urged the BBC to be ”more positive about your coverage” and to hear all the sides, including that of the government, instead of hearing just one side.

In his comments, BBC’s Director of News and Current Affairs, James Harding, suggested a gathering of the Editorial leadership of both the BBC and the FRCN to explore possible areas of cooperation between the two.

Earlier, the Director-General of the FRCN, Mr. Mansur Liman, who accompanied the Minister to the BBC headquarters, had said the Corporation required training for its staff, especially journalistic training, as well as technology upgrade.

During the visit, the Minister and his delegation were taken on a guided tour of the sprawling BBC headquarters, called the New Broadcasting House, by Steve Martins, BBC’s Business Development Manager

He also held several meetings with the African Service, BBC Media Action, a charity that harnesses the media to help people live better lives; and the Editorial Policy Director, David Jordan, among others.

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/lai-mohammed-visits-bbc-headquarters-seeks-bbcfrcn-partnership/

On the second episode of THE BIGMA EXPERIENCE, self-acclaimed boy-chick singer/rapper, Saeon , talks about men, exes, making out and poop with
presenter, BigMa.

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The singer also gives us an insight to why she chose 87Swags for her merch name, and also debunks claims that she ever traveled to the Uk, as some
tabloids claim. So much was talked about on this episode, even BigMa got some major shade from Saeon!

To watch this fun, crazy and interesting episode, click on the Youtube link


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PcW42E9SALk

Also follow on Twitter @TBEshow and Instagram @tbe_show for more info and updates.

Brought to you by Ekomo Productions, and proudly supported by Meets Media and Olodonation.

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/watch-saeon-talk-men-exes-poop-bigma-experience/

In view of agitation by various interests in the country over petroleum resources and how they are being managed, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt Hon Yakubu Dogara, has stated that the National Assembly will engage with stakeholders on contentious issues as it begins work on the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB).

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Speaking during the National Stakeholders Summit on Petroleum Industry Reforms organised by the House Committees on Petroleum in Abuja, the Speaker said the legislature is determined to draft a law for the industry that will be in the best interest of Nigerian.

He said, “The need to make consensus and lend a voice to long suppressed agitations in the drafting and consideration of petroleum industry bills informed our decision to organise this stakeholders summit. We are optimistic that this approach will provide the crucial platform to enable us cross pollinate ideas and ventilate our positions on certain contentious issues, regardless how vexed they may be. You can rest assured that our work at the National Assembly is to do your good intention.”

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“We are not unaware of the several failed attempts at redeeming the petroleum industry by our predecessors. The Petroleum Industry Bill has been down a long, tortuous, and chequered road. Most of us have been co-travelers on the journey to pass the bill into law, and have the requisite experience to avoid any pitfalls ahead, hence this resolve to seek proper consultations with you and build confidence amongst us.”

Lamenting that the poor management of the petroluem industry has left much to be desired with only a few elite Nigerians benefitting from it, Dogara assured that all these issues will be addressed during the summit.

The speaker noted, “Nigeria is one of the richest petroleum regions of the world. Paradoxically, it has never been able to maximize effectively its immense oil and gas potentials and the revenue accruing from it. The downstream operates in a state of almost continuous malfunction, and for years has been characterised by comatose refineries and an inefficient downstream. It operates under an inadequate legal framework, with an inefficient and poorly maintained pipeline network and depot system. The result is that Nigeria is both one of the world’s largest producers of crude oil, and one of the world’s leading importers of petroleum products, a dependency that has enriched the elite at the expense of the increasingly impoverished masses.

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“The downstream runs on a system of subsidies until recently and uniform pricing which has proved ineffective, in addition to being administered in a very opaque way. Shortages and inadequate supply have characterized the Nigerian downstream for over two decades and can be described as an example of system failure.

“The upstream has not fared better either. Pipeline vandalism, large-scale environmental degradation, and the world’s highest levels of crude oil theft have been constants for several years. Decades after the advent of Nigeria’s petroleum industry, problems which led to host community agitation remain unaddressed and highly politicized, and the question of the extent to which revenues from the industry should be shared among the three tiers of government and the people remain, as do the content and limits of corporate social responsibility. These are all crucial issues that should be addressed to guarantee and ensure a stable polity in Nigeria.

“These examples represent just a few of the present problems of Nigeria’s petroleum industry, and are reflective of an industry that is in critical need of total restructuring, which can only be commenced through the enactment of laws that provide the legal framework that will promote the emergence of an optimal petroleum industry.”

Lamenting that over the years, Nigeria has performed much worse than sub-Saharan Africa as a whole and much worse than other regions of the developing world in terms of human development indicators, to the extent that it is regarded as a foster child for ‘how not to run a petroleum industry, Dogara assured that the National Assembly will enact good laws for the industry.

“A defective or inadequate legislation is akin to building a house on a shaky foundation with the expectation that it will stand nonetheless. We cannot afford to continue with such faulty expectations,” he stated.

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/wont-untouchable-areas-pib-dogara/

The wife of the Senate President and Chair of Senators Wives Forum, Her Excellency Toyin Saraki participated in the White House Summit on Global Development. The summit which will held at Washington DC at around 9:00 GMT marked the achievements and progress of the international community and affirm President Obama’s commitment to global development as a priority.

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The summit united all facets of the global development community, from civil society to the private sector. Toyin Saraki will affirm The Wellbeing Foundation Africa’s commitment and dedication to empowering women and girls in Nigeria and across the African continent.

Furthermore, Toyin Saraki spoke on education as a human right without which societies will not prosper, laying emphasis on girls and women empowerment which will enable the world achieve true success across the global development goals while she appreciates President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama for continuing to push for the rights of women and girls around the world to receive one of the most important life tools – education – through Let Girls Learn campaign.

The White House Summit on Global Development had development leaders, public and private sector partners, civil society, diplomats, and entrepreneurs contribute on global health, energy, food security, good governance, partnership, and youth engagement.


Signed: Communications

For: The Nigerian Senate Wives Forum

Twitter: @NGRSenateWives

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/toyin-saraki-represents-african-women-white-house/

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode has today, commissioned a newly reconstructed Police Station in Ikosi-Isheri area of the State, saying that no investment in the protection of lives and properties of Lagosians is too great regardless of the resources spent in achieving such feat.

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The Governor said the construction and delivery of the modern Police Station in Isheri was due to its strategic location, adding that the importance attached to the security of lives and properties by the present administration in the State was informed by the belief that business activities can only thrive in a safe and secured environment.

According to him, “We believe that the continued prosperity of our State can only be achieved under a well-secured and peaceful environment, hence our strong financial investment on security architecture, modern equipment, vehicles and welfare to enhance the fighting capacities of our security agencies.”

The Governor, represented by the State Commissioner for Special Duties and Inter-Governmental Relations, Mr. Seye Oladejo, laid emphasis on the need to adequately police Isheri and its environ being a border town to Lagos as well as the need by men of the Police Force to make sure that the peaceful co-existence in the area is not threatened.

“The government and the people of Lagos State can attest to the resounding successes that officers and men of the security agencies have recorded in the quest and determination to secure our lives.”

The Governor however sought for increased vigilance from residents of the State while also urging security officers to re-double their efforts in curtailing the antics of kidnappers, abductors, cultists, gangsters and other crimes that are occurring in recent times.

In his remarks, the State Commissioner of Police, Fatai Owoseni, represented by the Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge of Area H, Mr. Aliyu Garba, promised to ensure that the Police Station is well manned and positioned to provide improved security service delivery and maintenance of law and order to resident of the area as well as visitors.

“With this great achievement, I can authoritatively state that Isheri Police Division Headquarters is ready and determined to fight back those that seek to breach the peace within its environs”, he said.

The Commissioner of Police however appreciated the collaboration and contribution of the Community Development Associations (CDAs), as well as the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) for initiating the commencement of the construction of the Police Station before the intervention of the State Government.

Also speaking at the commissioning ceremony, the Sole Administrator of Ikosi-Isheri Local Council Development Area, Aremo Adewale Abdul applauded the gesture of the State Government and assured that the Council will do all within its resources to maintain the facility.

The traditional ruler of Isheri-Ikosi area, His Royal Highness Albert Olubankole lauded the support of the State government to the community, asserting that his domain had since ceased to be haven for settling all manner of disputes since the police station became operational.

The Royal father warned residents of the area to desist from perpetrating any form of unscrupulous acts that may make them fall on the wrong side of the law.

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/amode-commissions-ikosi-isheri-police-station/

Diamond Bank Plc has added 30 Nigerians to the list of millionaires in the country at its DiamondXtra June Mid-Year Draw. Three lucky winners also emerged from a targeted draw for the Bank’s customers inside the Cantonment.

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In a release made available to the press, Diamond Bank stated that the 30 customers that were made millionaires through its Mid-Year live draw that held at the Ikeja Military Cantonment, Lagos, is a reflection of its commitment to grow the financial asset value of its loyal customers.

The event which was witnessed by industry stakeholders, customers, potential customers, shareholders, journalists, management of the Bank and top military officers, saw many customers won and cart away various cash prizes.


Diamond Bank’s chief spokesperson, Ayona Trimnell, stated that DiamondXtra draw is one of the ways that the Bank rewards its loyal customers. According to her, the unique customer reward scheme is tied to the DiamondXtra account proposition, which aims at stirring and promoting a savings culture among Nigerians.

“Apart from rewarding customers for their loyalty to the Bank, the scheme encourages savings and helps in driving and deepening financial inclusion in the economy”, Ayona stated.


Speaking at the event, Aishah Ahmad, Divisional Head, Consumer and Privilege Banking stated that since the Bank launched the DiamondXtra Reward Scheme, it has given its numerous customers the unique privilege to enjoy multiple benefits on one account.


She said: “Diamond Bank is focused on creating mutually beneficial relationships between the customers and the Bank and with this promo, we are giving back to our customers who have stayed true to what the account aims to achieve. We have monthly draws where we pick 15 millionaires and we have the targeted draw which is drawn from smaller communities to give more people the chance of winning. For this edition, our targeted draw is from within the cantonment cluster”.

To qualify for the monthly draw, Aishah stated that a customer is to maintain a minimum monthly balance of N5,000.00 while additional deposits will count as multiple entries and increase the customer’s chances of winning.

In his keynote address, the brigade commander who was represented by Colonel Ibikunle Ajose, stated that Diamond Bank’s initiative in holding the draws in the military cantonment and putting smiles on the faces of people whose loved ones risked their lives in noble service for their country is heartwarming. He urged the bank to continue its good work and stressed the need for the Bank to extend the goodwill to other sections of the military community.

DiamondXtra was launched in 2008 by Diamond Bank to reward its loyal customers. The Bank has paid out over N4 billion to winners and has allocated N600 million for winners this year.

Some of the customers that won N1 million at the draws are Nzube Francis Ogbughalu, Oladipupo Sikiru Kareem, Francis Terna Patrick, Ugochukwu Ogba Igwe, Sulaiman Marisco Muhammed, Nasiru Hassan, Elias Darlington Anzaku, Terdoo Maagbe, Titus Chinedu Onwusoro, Mark Chukwunwike Okoye, Ikpe Joy Irenene, Enamidem `Benjamin Etuk, Okpe Ikechukwu Frank, Michael Olabanji and Chidinma Iheukwumere Ekpendu. Three customers who won other cash prizes in the targeted draws for customers in the Cantonment are: Angbulu Amos Sanni, Binta Joy Ogun and Edith Uchenna Agbakuru.

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/30-millionaires-emerge-diamond-bank-diamondxtra-mid-year-draw/

Russian media say a subsidiary of the country’s key nuclear corporation Rosatom has sealed a deal with a US nuclear power plant operator to supply Russian nuclear fuel.

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“We believe in this project. We know how to make nuclear fuel; it has successfully operated in Western European nuclear power plants. We are not entering the American market with empty hands,” Rosatom CEO Sergey Kirienko has been quoted as saying by Russia Today.

Kirienko added that Rosatom is working in collaboration with GE-Hitachi, adding that a contract has already been signed to send a pilot batch of Russian nuclear fuel to the US.

According to Kirienko, Rosatom sees the importance of the alliance and will provide all the necessary technical details to successfully complete the licensing process with the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission, RT added.

The report emphasizes that Russia and the US have agreed to create a joint company to promote Russian nuclear fuel at US nuclear power plants.

Rosatom’s nuclear fuel subsidiary TVEL and Global Nuclear Fuel Americas will jointly deal with licensing and production of fuel assemblies that will run American nuclear power plants with pressurized water reactors, RT reported. The fuel assemblies will be produced at the plant in Wilmington, North Carolina, it added.

In May, Rosatom said it plans to enter the US nuclear fuel market by 2020 and have 10 percent market share.

Russia has a 17 percent share in the global market of nuclear fuel. It fully covers the needs of Russian reactors and also works in 14 other countries, including Finland, Bulgaria, Hungary, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Ukraine, Armenia and China. The value of Russia’s annual nuclear fuel exports exceeds $1 billion, RT concluded.

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/russia-sell-nuclear-fuel-us/

The much talked about ATM fraudsters are not resting on the oars. They are all over the place laying siege to any susceptible victim. These criminals go about fleecing unwary members of the public with their ingenious, ever-changing modes of operations. The latest being the infamous identity theft.

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Before now, cloning and PIN harvesting through electronic chips cleverly concealed in the Automated Teller Machine (ATM), was the universal mode. Over time, the tricks and decoys to entrap their victims keep changing and have assumed a disturbing dimension.
The Ibadan Zonal Office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is on the trail of a suspected ATM fraudster, who goes by the name Akinade Tofunmi. Her trade in stock is identity theft. Her duty post is any ATM Point and Point of Sales (POS) machines across the country.

However, she does not ‘work’ during the official hours of the week rather; she operates late in the night when all bank transactions had closed and preferably over the weekend when her ‘prospective’ victims might not be able to alert the banks for any unauthorised transaction. In her last operation, within twenty four hours; this fraudster who operates with the identity of her victims succeeded to have raked in about three million (N3m) within 24 hours.
Dateline was Friday, June 3rd, 2016, at about the close of work. A woman simply identified as Alhaja and her husband who was waiting in the car wanted to use an ATM somewhere in Ibadan, Oyo State, when Tofunmi noticed that the woman limps. Pretending to be polite and cultured, she offered to assist her with the transaction on the ATM.

Unaware of the intention behind the pious approach, she gave the fraudster her ATM card and divulged her PIN. Smartly, the fraudster quickly checked the balance in the account which had one million, seven hundred and forty nine thousand, twenty six naira and seven kobo (N1, 749, 026. 07). After the intended withdrawal of N20, 000:00, the fraudster swapped the card and gave Alhaja a fake ATM card. Oblivious of the swap, she left with her husband.
Shortly before midnight, the fraudster started the ‘harvest’ of her booty. She withdrew one hundred and thirty thousand naira. Having exceeded the daily withdrawing limit for that day, she waited for a few minutes to the following day which was a Saturday.

Shortly after midnight, she made another rounds of withdrawals to the tune of one hundred and fifty thousand naira which was also the daily limit for that day. However, Alhaja and her husband had no one to run or call that night to save the situation when the debit alerts start coming in

However, Alhaja and her husband had no one to run or call that night to save the situation when the debit alerts start coming in torrent.
In a desperate need of where and how to empty the balance in the account, she went to a night club where she met a motorcycle transporter, popularly known as Okada whom she approached for a help. Her decoy was that she had enough money in her account but could not access it having exceeded her daily withdrawal limit.

She showed the bike man her balance and pleaded with him to give her his ATM card, account details and PIN for a quick teller transfer from her (Alhaja’s) account to the bike man’s account. With that, she has been able to secure some of Alhaja’s money in the bike man’s account thereby stealing the identity of the unsuspecting bike man.

Her decoy was that she had enough money in her account but could not access it having exceeded her daily withdrawal limit. She showed the bike man her balance and pleaded with him to give her his ATM card, account details and PIN for a quick teller transfer from her (Alhaja’s) account to the bike man’s account. With that, she has been able to secure some of Alhaja’s money in the bike man’s account thereby stealing the identity of the unsuspecting bike man.
At the early hours of that Saturday morning, she asked the bike man to take her to a hotel with an intention to further steal the identity of the hotelier for another movement of the money. At the hotel reception while paying for her accommodation which was N10, 000 (Ten thousand naira) for one night, she deliberated credited the hotel’s account with one hundred and one thousand

At the hotel reception while paying for her accommodation which was N10, 000 (Ten thousand naira) for one night, she deliberated credited the hotel’s account with one hundred and one thousand naira (N101, 000) feigning a mistake and demanded a refund of ninety-one thousand naira (N91, 000) balance of an overpayment. This was also done with Alhaja’s ATM card through the POS machine at the Hotel.
To further conceal her identity, she provided fake personal details in the hotel and gave the hotel the bike man’s account detail when the hotel management requested for an account to deposit the refund.
All these happened on Saturday; hence, Alhaja and her husband are still in dilemma with no help in sight to stop the transactions in the account. By Sunday, Alhaja’s money had moved to the fraudster both in cash and through transfer to the bike man account domicile in the same bank.
All these while, the fraudster was in possession of both Alhaja the first victim and the bike man, the second victim’s ATM cards. Later the following day, Monday, the bike man could no longer reach the fraudster on phone; he (the bike man) then went to the bank to request for another ATM card. It was later discovered in the bank that part of Alhaja’s money was transferred to the bike man’s account. He was arrested by the bank and He’s now helping the EFCC operatives to track down the fraudster.

Investigations have revealed that this same fraudster had stolen the identities of other victims earlier and had absconded to, Ilorin, Kwara State.
Instances of Tofunmi’s nefarious activities have also been spotted in other parts of the country particularly Port Harcourt City. The Commission is hereby seeking the cooperation and support of public spirited members of the society to please help unveil the identity of this fraudster.

Her face, though with different disguises, is on display for anyone who knows her to please contact any of our offices across the six geopolitical zones and Abuja. She must be apprehended, who knows the next victim?
Besides, it is imperative to reiterate the need to be careful with our ATM cards and PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (PIN). On no account should we divulge any information about our account details to anyone.

The criminals, ATM fraudsters are on the loose, taking advantage of people’s insensitivity and carelessness. Pictures show Akinade Tofunmi as captured by CCTV Of the bank and Hotel she operated from.

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/scam-alert-beware-identity-thieves-loose/

Still letting.

Colonel Sani Kukasheka Usman(Abuja): In their bid to clear the remnants of Boko Haram terrorists hiding in some parts of the North Eastern of the country, troops have intensified efforts on clearance operations.

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It is in this regard that the 29 Brigade Quick Reaction Force (QRF), in conjunction with Civilian JTF carried out an ambush against Boko Haram terrorists east of Marguba village in Kaga Local Government Area, Borno State yesterday Friday.

The troops killed 2 of the Boko Haram terrorists, while some of them sustained gun shot wounds as could be seen from traces of blood during mopping up. They also recovered 1 AK-47 rifle with 29 rounds of 7.62mm (Special) ammunition, a bow and arrows, a Tecno mobile telephone handset, 1 wallet and an Identity Card of Animal Dealers Association, amongst other items.

In a related development, troops along with Civilian JTF have continued clearance operations within Sambisa forest despite harsh climatic conditions and bad terrain occasioned by heavy down rainfalls especially within Gombale area.

Despite bugging down of vehicles and equipment because of the bad terrain, the troops have continued with their clearance operations.

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/troops-ambushed-fleeing-boko-haram-fighters-marguda/

Still available.

High Definition Film Academy is all set for its acting and filmmaking classes for 2016 which promises to feature some of the best Nollywood professionals as acting and directing coaches as well as it’s threefold event which features a movie premier, the Script 2 Screen programme and its 5th anniversary .

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The HDFA, owned by Bright Wonder Obasi is a school which has honed natural talent and skills of budding actors and filmmakers as well as taught many how to imitate real life in the art form that is acting.

The classes for this year are set to begin on the30th July – 27th August culminating in the anniversary celebrations.



The training will feature actors like Nse Ikpe-Etim, Kalu Ikeagwu, Blossom Chukwujekwu,Tope Tedela, Daniel K Daniel, veteran director and producer Teco Benson and of course, writer and Director, Ishaya Bako.

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HDFA prides itself on giving “qualitative and high end Acting and Filmmaking training”. They’ve been having their Script 2 Screen workshop every summer since 2012.

At the end of the training you walk away with a showreel, a certificate and short film project credit, a possible award, mentorship from industry professionals and much more.

Currently in its 5th edition, the training is packaged in such a way that you get to be part of student’s short film productions within a space of 4-weeks. The design being; Training, Short Film Shoot and Awards given to outstanding students after the training.

To enrol online for the classes, visit the site below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScX7UM-93d8qgzW5l5RpqXntO7IIVDVwXK0fB2zWimNvJSUUg/viewform

For more inquiries call 08161704676

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/nollywood-actors-directors-feature-script-2-screen-training/

No fewer than 44 shops were razed down by fire at the popular Farm Centre GSM market in Kano metropolis on Friday.

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An Eyewitness account disclosed that the incident occurred around 5:15 pm when most of traders had closed for business.
According to the witness, the fire which destroyed phones and other valuables worth millions of Naira, was said to have been caused by a spark from a converter supplying power to some of the shops, but however, said, no fatality was recorded.

Confirming the incident, the Director of the state Fire Service, Alhaji Mustapha Rulwan said: “We received distress call around 5: 20 pm and we immediately mobilised our personnel to the area.

“We were able to put out the fire within 45 minutes”.

He added that it was an inverter that was being used by some of the traders that caused the inferno as most of the affected shops were made of wood and zinc.”

This is the second time the market was gutted by fire in the last eight months.

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/kano-gsm-market-goes-flames/

No fewer than 44 shops were razed down by fire at the popular Farm Centre GSM market in Kano metropolis on Friday.

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An Eyewitness account disclosed that the incident occurred around 5:15 pm when most of traders had closed for business.
According to the witness, the fire which destroyed phones and other valuables worth millions of Naira, was said to have been caused by a spark from a converter supplying power to some of the shops, but however, said, no fatality was recorded.

Confirming the incident, the Director of the state Fire Service, Alhaji Mustapha Rulwan said: “We received distress call around 5: 20 pm and we immediately mobilised our personnel to the area.

“We were able to put out the fire within 45 minutes”.

He added that it was an inverter that was being used by some of the traders that caused the inferno as most of the affected shops were made of wood and zinc.”

This is the second time the market was gutted by fire in the last eight months.

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/kano-gsm-market-goes-flames/

Dangote Group of Companies on Tuesday said the organisation would create 210,000 jobs for the unemployed Nigerians in agriculture between now and 2018 in agricultural sector.


The Chairman of the Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, said this in Katsina in a goodwill message at the opening of Katsina Economic and Investment Summit.

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“We will create 210,000 jobs between now and 2018 with 80 per cent coming from the agricultural sector.


“So, we should pay attention to the agricultural sector for investment opportunities, particularly when the crude oil is now becoming unreliable,’’ he said.


He said Brazil, which had same peculiarities with Nigeria, had $350 billion in its foreign reserve. adding that 80 per cent of the fund was from agriculture.


“Brazil is now a leading producer of sugarcane, soya beans, wheat and poultry in the World,’’ he said.


Dangote also said that he would establish the largest single refinery with the capacity to produce 650,000 barrels per day and two subsea pipelines of 550 kilometers in Delta, Ogun and Lagos.

The chairman said that he would assist government to reduce pipeline vandalism as well as provide 12,000 megawatts of power.


He called for the creation of enabling environment for investors by identifying areas with comparative advantages.

“You don’t need to call for investors, just create enabling environment for the local ones, you will see the foreign ones gate crashing,’’ he said.

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/dangote-group-plans-210000-agriculture/

Comedian AY Makun, Peter Okoye, Osita Iheme are currently trapped in Turkey as a deadly military coup goes on in the country.

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The Nigerian celebrities are in the country for Cameroonian footballer, Samuel Eto’o‘s charity match which is set to hold on Saturday, July 16.


AY has however moved to douse concerns for their safety, assuring that himself and his colleagues are safe.

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/nigerian-celebrities-stuck-turkey-coup/

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Mastercard’s familiar orange and red circles just got a facelift. The credit card company rolled out a minimalist new logo on Thursday — its first adjustment in two decades.

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Instead of interlocking in the middle as they previously did, the two circles now blend into one another in a design that looks exactly like a Venn diagram.

In addition to the simplified icon, the white drop-shadowed typeface that used to splay out across it has been lowercased and dropped below.

The change, which was orchestrated by branding agency Pentagram, fits with what seems to be the vogue in corporate logo design right now — simple one-dimensional shapes and serif-free basic fonts that translate better in digital formats. Verizon, Ihop and Google have all moved in the same direction in the past year.

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The swirled logo underneath the others was introduced in 2006 as a secondary corporate logo, but it was never used on the cards.
IMAGE: PENTAGRAM / MASTERCARD

The new logo is also meant to mark the company’s shift into online payment platforms and evolving financial services tech.

Source>>http://www.barbaric.com.ng/mastercard-just-changed-logo-first-time-20-years/

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