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September 30, 2017 at 11:09PM
Ladun Liadi
The Oyo State Government has announced the immediate closure of Agodi Zoo, in Ibadan, the state capital.

The government said this decision is based on the report received from the company managing it, AM & C, that one of the lions at the zoo had accidentally attacked one of the attendants, Mr. Hamzat Oyekunle popularly known as Baba Olorunwa, who later died from injuries sustained from the incident.

It will be the second time in 26 years that the state capital will witness a similar incident. The first time, one Prophet Daniel Abodunrin who attempted to relive the Biblical story of Daniel in the lion’s den, was mauled by a lion at the zoological garden at the University of Ibadan.


Meanwhile, the lions have been evacuated pending further investigations.

The government decision was contained in a statement at the weekend by the Executive Secretary, Bureau of Investment Promotion (BIP), Mr. Yinka Fatoki who expressed shock at the unfortunate incident.

He said that the incident is particularly surprising and sad as the said Mr. Oyekunle had fed the lion for over five years and was known to have had a very good relationship with all the animals in the zoo.

Meanwhile, government representatives have visited the family to commiserate with them over the demise of Mr. Oyekunle.


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September 30, 2017 at 10:52PM
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Adeola Opeyemi

- The Presidency has released 57 achievements of President Muhammadu Buhari to mark the Independence day

- The release of some of the Chibok girls is one of the 57 achievements listed

- Another achievement credited to the president is the Nigeria's recent exit from recession despite fall in oil prices

The office of the Nigerian vice president, Yemi Osinbajo, has released a list of 57 achievements of President Muhammadu Buhari's administration to mark Nigeria's 57th Independence day anniversary.

The Punch reports that the presidency listed the release of some Chibok girls as well as the war against Boko Haram as some of the main achievement of the Buhari's administration.

Below are some of the achievements on the list:

1. The release of 106 Chibok girls

2. The arrest of 16,000 Boko Haram members

3. Tackling insurgency

READ ALSO: Boko Haram attacks military barrack in Bama days after IDPs tried to return to town

4. Decimation of Boko Haram in the North East

5. Recovering 14 local governments and territories previously under Boko Haram control

6. Rebuilding the lives of citizens affected by Boko Haram

7. Curbing the incidence of kidnap across the country including the arrest of kidnap kingpins

8. Restoring morale of the Nigerian military

9. Re-organising and better equipping the Nigerian Armed Forces

10. Purchase of 12 Super-Tucano aircrafts worth $600 million

11. Ensuring continued peace in the Niger Delta through consistent funding of the FG amnesty programme for ex-militants

12. Introduction of an improved mechanism for distribution of aid to IDPs

13. The implementation of the National Economic Recovery and Growth Plan to aid economic recovery

14. Taking the country out of her first worst recession in 29 years, despite fall in oil prices

15. The N1.2 trillion expended on capital/infrastructure projects nationwide

16. The effective implementation of the Treasury Single Account

17. Increasing government revenue by over N3 trillion

18. Entrenching transparency and accountability

19. Implementation of the Bank Verification Number

20. The signing into law of two bills from the National Assembly (Acts are the Secured Transactions in Movable Assets Act, 2017 (otherwise known as Collateral Registry Act) and the Credit Reporting Act, 2017) to improve ease of doing business

21. The establishment of the Presidential Quarterly Business Forum

22. The prosecution of corrupt alleged public officers

23. Institutionalising E-governance

24. The successful establishment of the whistle-blower policy

25. Voluntary Income Asset Declaration Scheme

26. Signing of agreements with a number of nations to provide Automatic Exchange of Information

27. Signing of the Extradition Treaty between Nigeria and United Arab Emirates toward strengthening Nigeria’s anti-corruption campaign

28. The establishment of PACAC

29. The eradication of polio in the country

30. The introduction of the One Primary Health Centre per ward

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Meanwhile, NAIJ.com previously reported that the senate president, Bukola Saraki, joined President Buhari and other top officials of the current government to observe Juma’at prayer at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa on Friday.

The leaders prayed for Nigeria which would be 57 on Sunday, October 1.

Among the Muslim faithfuls at the prayer session was Mohammed Abdullahi Abubakar of Bauchi state.

Watch a NAIJ.com interview of what Nigerians have to say about the Buhari's administration:

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September 30, 2017 at 10:57PM
Ladun Liadi
Beyonce and Jay Z took some time off parenting duties on Friday night to enjoy a low-key dinner date in New York.

The superstar, who welcomed twins Rumi and Sir Carter back in June, looked chic in a simple yet sexy grey suede dress by Jean Claude Jitrois that finished just above the knee.

She edged up the look with an animal print Louis Vuitton bag and a pair of clear heels.

The star, who was sporting extra long hair extenstions and a pair of sunglasses, kept her head down as she was escorted into a building by a pair of huge minders.




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September 30, 2017 at 10:33PM
Ladun Liadi
Kim Kardashian's surrogate has been pictured for the first time - with a visible baby bump. After the trailer for the latest instalment of reality juggernaut Keeping Up With The Kardashian confirmed she and Kanye West are expecting their third child - their surrogate was pictured in a California park.

The African-American is believed to be a Kim lookalike and a KUWTK "fanatic" - she is reportedly being paid $75,000 for her services.

Clad in a white shirt and jeans, the 27-year-old was spotted taking a casual stroll in the park before heading home.


Showing off a small baby bump, Kim and Kanye's third child is thought to be due in January. It comes as 20-year-old sister Kylie is thought be pregnant as well as older sibling Khloe.

A source told Radar Online: "Kim liked her immediately and Kanye thought she looked a little like Kim, which no doubt helped her get selected."

Her face has been blurred as she wants to remain anonymous.


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September 30, 2017 at 10:00PM
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Joe Hindy

Android gaming is getting bigger and better every month it seems and there is always a slew of new titles coming to Google Play. Whether you’re a casual gamer or you want something with a beat more meat on its bones, there’s usually a game coming out to suit everyone’s taste. Let’s take a look at the best new Android games from the last month! You can watch the videos on YouTube from passed months by clicking here!

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September 30, 2017 at 10:00PM
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Ex-BB Naija Housemate, Cocoice who turns a year older today, September 30 has shared beautiful photos to mark her birthday.

She shared the photos with a caption:

Lord I just want to say thank you! This year, you completely took away my pain and made me encounter too many wonderful people. I am overjoyed and its my birthday. I have eveery reason to be happy #igwecocoice

 

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September 30, 2017 at 10:00PM
Ladun Liadi
Flamboyant fashion designer Vivienne Westwood revealed the secret of her eternal youth  only taking a bath once a week.

The 76-year-old queen of punk fashion let it slip after watching her husband Andreas Kronthaler's spectacularly idiosyncratic show at Paris Fashion Week.

Asked by reporters how she managed to look so young, Westwood smiled and said, "Don't wash too much."

"She only takes a bath every week. That's why she looks so radiant," said Kronthaler, who Westwood has described as "the world's greatest designer".


"I only wash once a month," joked the Austrian-born creator, who is 25 years Westwood's junior.

Westwood, an environmentalist and vegetarian who has campaigned against the meat trade depleting water supplies, has previously said that "I just wash my bits and rush out in the morning and more often than not get in the bath after Andreas."

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September 30, 2017 at 09:51PM
Ladun Liadi
A military cargo plane crashed in Democratic Republic of Congo's capital Kinshasa on Saturday, killing its 12 crew members, the defence minister said.

"I confirm that a military aircraft crashed this morning," said Defence Minister Crispin Atama Tabe. "All 12 members of the crew died."

The Antonov transport plane had just taken off and had "several dozen people" on board, an airport source told AFP, speaking on condition of anonymity.

The plane went down in Nsele, about 100 kilometres to the east of Kinshasa, capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo, the source said.

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September 30, 2017 at 08:51PM
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Adeola Opeyemi

- Boko Haram insurgent has reortedly attacked a military barrack in Bama town, Borno state

- Several people have been reported dead, while some are still missing

Some Boko Haram terrorists have reportedly attacked a military barrack in Bama, Borno state, around 6.30pm on the evening of September 30.

NAIJ.com gathered that the attack, which lasted about an hour, claimed several lives.

READ ALSO: I will never be tired of calling for the unity of Nigeria - IBB

The terrorists stormed the barrack but were confronted by officers of the Nigerian army who prevented them from gaining access into the barracked.

It is yet uncertain how many lives were lost in the fire exchanges, but a source of Daily Post claimed that the soldiers were able to kill some of the attackers.

This is coming few days after some Internally Displaced People (IDPs) from Bama town tried to return to the town but were prevented by the police.

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Meanwhile, NAIJ.com previously reported that a local official on Thursday, September 28, said three people were killed by Boko Haram in a raid targeting vulnerable rural communities.

Modu Ganamani, the information officer for the Guzamala local government area in northern Borno state, said the attack happened at about 3pm on Wednesday, September 27.

However it was not immediately clear as to which faction of Boko Haram was responsible for the attack.

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September 30, 2017 at 08:51PM
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Adeola Opeyemi

- Boko Haram insurgent has reortedly attacked a military barrack in Bama town, Borno state

- Several people have been reported dead, while some are still missing

Some Boko Haram terrorists have reportedly attacked a military barrack in Bama, Borno state, around 6.30pm on the evening of September 30.

NAIJ.com gathered that the attack, which lasted about an hour, claimed several lives.

READ ALSO: I will never be tired of calling for the unity of Nigeria - IBB

The terrorists stormed the barrack but were confronted by officers of the Nigerian army who prevented them from gaining access into the barracked.

It is yet uncertain how many lives were lost in the fire exchanges, but a source of Daily Post claimed that the soldiers were able to kill some of the attackers.

This is coming few days after some Internally Displaced People (IDPs) from Bama town tried to return to the town but were prevented by the police.

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Meanwhile, NAIJ.com previously reported that a local official on Thursday, September 28, said three people were killed by Boko Haram in a raid targeting vulnerable rural communities.

Modu Ganamani, the information officer for the Guzamala local government area in northern Borno state, said the attack happened at about 3pm on Wednesday, September 27.

However it was not immediately clear as to which faction of Boko Haram was responsible for the attack.

Watch how the Nigerian security operatives have been combating Boko Haram bases:

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September 30, 2017 at 08:57PM
Ladun Liadi
Popular Nigerian singer-songwriter, Oladapo Oyebanjo, aka D’banj, who has been dubbed one of Nigeria’s richest solo musicians, recently celebrated the first year anniversary of his CREAM platform.

In this interview with Premium Times, the Koko Master speaks about his foray into agriculture, giving back to the society as well as the direction of his career.

PT: Why did you establish CREAM platform?

Dbanj: CREAM platform was established to harness genuine creative talents across the genres of entertainment, arts and entrepreneurship in all the states of Nigeria.


 The platform is not designed to sign the winners but market their content. To this end, we will collaborate with record labels to sign these talents. So, you can call CREAM the Google of African talents. I agreed to become an ambassador of Bank of Industry because they told me that they wanted to help structure and better monetise the creative industry. At the time, they did not understand how we (entertainers) ran our business.

 That was when I started Koko Garri and they gave us a loan of N50 million to start CREAM platform. And we were able to pay them back in six months and this was possible because in three months we had over three million subscribers. It really surpassed my expectations.

PT: Tell us more about your interests in agriculture?

Dbanj: We launched the agriculture project in 2014 and this opened my eyes to a lot of possibilities in this sector. I am proud to tell you that I opened my own Koko Garri processing plant where we can process cassava into garri in Sagamu last year. We are also trying to expand and I am happy with that my investment in agriculture has been on autopilot. Koko Garri is here to stay and when we want to expand we will be able to meet up with the demands of the public.

Going into business and focusing on the showbiz angle of my career at the time I did, has been my greatest decision. My best career decision was not my decision directly. We all know the details so I don’t want to mention names but I know that everyone understands who or what I’m referring to.

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September 30, 2017 at 08:51PM
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Adeola Opeyemi

- Boko Haram insurgent has reortedly attacked a military barrack in Bama town, Borno state

- Several people have been reported dead, while some are still missing

An attack on a military barrack in Bama town, Borno state, by members of the Boko Haram insurgence, reportedly occurred around 6.30 pm on Saturday, September 30.

NAIJ.com gathered that the attack, which lasted about an hour, has reportedly claimed no less than two lives.

READ ALSO: I will never be tired of calling for the unity of Nigeria - IBB

The terrorists stormed the barrack but were confronted by officers of the Nigerian army who prevented them from gaining access into the barracked.

It is yet uncertain how many lives were lost in the fire exchanges, but a source of Daily Post claimed that the soldiers were able to kill some of the attackers.

PAY ATTENTION: Read the news on Nigeria’s #1 news app

Meanwhile, NAIJ.com previously reported that a local official on Thursday, September 28, said three people were killed by Boko Haram in a raid targeting vulnerable rural communities.

Modu Ganamani, the information officer for the Guzamala local government area in northern Borno state, said the attack happened at about 3pm on Wednesday, September 27.

However it was not immediately clear as to which faction of Boko Haram was responsible for the attack.

Watch how the Nigerian security operatives have been combating Boko Haram bases:

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September 30, 2017 at 08:48PM
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Esther Odili

- Business owners and traders at some of the major markets in Lagos state continues to lament over poor sales

- Findings by NAIJ.com at Ijora 7UP market, Lagos, showed a reduction in the prices of some good like rice, garri, beef, groundnut oil, palm oil, tomatoes, pepper and onion and an increment in the price of foodstuff items like egusi, ogbono, crayfish and dry pepper

- A time when one would have expected to see buyers trooping into the market, expecting an increased market activities and sales, everything appears ‘dry’

- Traders at the market bemoaned the negative impact of poor sales, bad roads but are optimistic that the change would come in due time

Business owners and traders at some of the major markets in Lagos state have continued to lament over poor sales. Findings by NAIJ.com at Ijora 7 UP market, Lagos showed a reduction in the prices of some goods and an increment in the price of others.

The survey revealed that the poor sales came as part of the after effects of the economic recession plaguing the nation. Also, the construction of new shops that is on-going at the market affects the level of patronage and position of the traders. According to them, the new shop worth about N3 million naira, open place cost N250,000 and not all traders can afford such amount.

A time when one would have expected to see buyers trooping into the market, expecting a hike in prices of goods and services, increased market activities and sales, everything appears dry as some traders were seen sitting idle in their shops and others take a nap.

A trader identified simply as Ndidi, who sells clothes at the market spoke with NAIJ.com, explained that there is no money in circulation which thus affects the purchasing pattern of customers. He maintained that it was far worse than what they experienced in previous years.

Adding that, the increase in the cost of goods is one of the reasons customers do not patronize him any longer:

“Sales and rate of turnover have been very poor. Many customers do not have money, while traders have been turned into bench warmers in the market. Market has never been this bad. Sales have never been this terrible, quite unlike what we experienced in previous administration.”

“A round neck shirt cost N2,500 upwards depending on the size and brand. A jean trouser goes for N3,500 upwards depending on the size, the design on it and as well the brand. A female top goes for N2,000 while a female pencil jeans goes for N2,500. People hardly patronize us these days, due to the cheap ones they get from second hand items. We just sit idle but how can a hungry man who is still thinking of how to survive remembers to shop for brand new wares this period? Our customers are complaining. The government should do something about this before things get out of hand,” he suggests.

At the open market, further investigations by our correspondent revealed that sellers of foodstuffs, food commodities, beef, and perishable items like tomatoes, pepper, fish, provisions and cosmetics were most affected by the poor sales.

When NAIJ.com visited the stall of Baba Hafusat, a butcher at the market, he lamented on poor state of the economy, calling on the government to quickly intervene because the people are suffering.

“Nigerians are really suffering, there is no money in circulation and things are costly. The cow we used to buy for N70,000 naira now sells for N120,000 and when we begin to sell beef in an expensive rate, people will not patronize us because of the high cost. So, we decide to sell cheaper yet, we end up not making profit. The meat we sell before for N1,800, now cost N1,200 or less: still, we struggle over customers and at the end of the day, we do not make profit. We have been here since morning and as you can see, I have not sold anything profitable but N500,” he said.

A meat seller known as Alfa Ibrahim complained bitterly about the drop in sales due to the poor state of the economy.

“Before now, I make an average of about N10,000 to N15,000 daily; but these days, I would have to stay here till late in the evening before I would be able to sell meat worth N3,000.

“As I speak, my children are at home, my extended families are there to take care of and the house bills are there too but how can I meet up with these huge expenses when sales have dropped completely. We return the meet and refrigerate it here in the market. We still pay for the security of the meat as well,” he said.

Benedict, another boutique owner, attributed high price of goods and low sales to the fluctuating rate of dollar and naira. He however maintained that once the exchange rate is regulated, the price of goods will be normalized.

“The goods we sell are being purchased outside the country and thus, the fluctuating rate of dollar has not only affected our level of sales but has affected our purchasing power. How? It is only when we finish selling the previous goods that we can go to purchase a new one. But the reverse is the case, as the market is vacant, no buyers trooping in large numbers, all thanks to the economic situation of the country and the bad road in the market. Based on this, the difference will definitely reflect in the prices of the items,” he said.

Mr Isaac, a foodstuff dealer at the market, said traders only watch people go around pricing goods without buying them. He attributed the bad situation to the poor state of the economy and low income of workers’.

“We are tired and frustrated. The prices of goods keep fluctuating. We do not know what is really happening to our economy. Right now as I speak, some of the traders’ only sell their goods at an affordable price just to retain their customers so as not to result into loss. It is really not convenient selling at the same amount you purchase an item. But this is the only option left for us to sell off the goods.

“A bag of rice (Aroso) cost N15,000 and rice (Agric) cost N16,000, the demand for Agric is higher than that of Aroso. People prefer Agric because it is sweeter than Aroso. A big bag of beans (Oloyin) cost N50,000 at the market , while beans (Oloone) with about 80 derica, cost N 45,000. But a bag of beans (Olotu) cost N54,000. If you want to purchase a small bag of garri (White), it cost N10,200 and the garri (Yellow) cost N11,500. It is cheaper now, that is why we even manage to record low sales unlike when they were very expensive, our customers did not even step their foot into the market.

“We often see people walk around the market pricing goods but they do not buy anything. It is so painful. There is no money in circulation because workers are being owed salaries while some companies lay off staffs. All this is affecting sales and no one understands the real state of the country now despite governments’ intervention in reviving the economy from recession. Before I make nothing less than N25,000 to N40,000 daily, but now I struggles to sell foodstuff worth 10,000 daily.

“This is not a good one we anticipated for. Everyone is in confusion over the way affairs of the nation are handled. We do not even understand the economic policy of this present administration. People are saving their money, they are not buying things in large quantities anymore. Everything is just difficult for people. I just hope things get better in the coming days," he hoped.

For Iya Hassan, a graduate turned trader who sells palm oil, groundnut oil and other food condiments at the market, sales have been very poor.

She said: “People no longer patronize me like before but I appreciate God for the few ones that are still coming. This is because they found out that the prices of goods have become affordable. Before, when groundnut oil was very expensive, the retailer who patronizes me was about three out of eight all due to the fact that sales are poor. Right now, I try really hard to sell my goods. I purchase my goods from Cotonou because it is very cheap compare to other countries. A 25-litre of groundnut-oil cost between N12,500- N 13,500, while that of red-oil cost N11,500.

“I graduated year 2009, there was no job, since then I joined my mother in this business. But right from that year till now, sales have never been this poor. It is really hard for us to sell off our goods lately."

When NAIJ.com visited the section of foodstuff commodities shops, the traders who are mainly from the eastern part of the country were seen sitting idle in their shops while those who own stands abandoned their table with goods due to poor sales.

Also, most of them declined speaking with our correspondent, responding angrily that sales are poor while others informed that sales have nosedived due to the economic downturn and scarcity of resources.

“We have been sitting like this since morning, no sales. The price of a basket of tomatoes varies. You buy according to the amount you have. A small basket of tomatoes cost N7,000 while a smaller basket goes for N3,000. But for pepper, I can only afford the small bag of fresh pepper which cost about N4,500 at Mile- 12 market. I can tell you that the smashed tomatoes and pepper are very cheap but they are not healthy for meals. Also, onion is very cheap in the market now. A bag cost about N22,000 for the dry one and the new onion cost about N15,000.

“Our customers are workers and some full housewives; the few ones who patronize us complain bitterly that there is no money and that they are finding it hard to cope with the inflated prices of goods in the market. When they come around, they complain of no money. So they rarely patronize us as usual these days,” Iya Kemi, a trader informed our correspondent.

At the market, buyers are lament over the economic situation of the country, saying it has affected goods and services greatly; adding that there is high rate of inflation.

“The economy is not stable, same with the forex market. This instability in the foreign exchange market has resulted in decline in the standard of living of the populace, increased cost of production which also leads to cost push inflation.

“The prices of goods have increased. Prices of some food items such as rice, beans, and vegetable oil, and crayfish, fresh tomatoes and canned tomatoes have risen and this is affecting households.

“For instance, a bag of rice that I bought for N12,000 early 2016 is now sold for N16,500. Golden Penny large macaroni that cost N3,600 before, now goes for N3,750. The retailers attributed the rise to the fluctuation of the naira against the dollar and vice versa,” a consumer who pleaded anonymity informed NAIJ.com.

A trader at the market, Mrs Ebele who sells egusi, ogbono, crayfish, dried pepper, dried fish and other soup ingredients, said the market situation appeared to be unstable.

“We cannot afford the bag of these items again unlike before, because of the situation of the things. Now, we go for the quantity our purse can afford. For Ogbono, the price is not stable same with Egusi which is relatively low. But, a bag of ogbono now cost N90,000 depending on the market location, the size of the bag and the type of ogbono. But it is very very expensive. Egusi is relatively low; a bag of egusi (Handpeel) can be purchased from N55,000 upwards while that of egusi (Machine) can be purchased from N60,000 upwards, because the bag is bigger than the former and the quantity is higher as well.

“For crayfish, it keeps fluctuating but it is fair for now. Some people thought because it is rainy now, the price will be lower but it is not true. The big nylon (patala) still cost about N26,000 while some buy one big nylon for N20,000, but the cheaper crayfish is not always neat and fresh. Dried pepper has become very expensive too; a derica cost N700, same with stock fish and dry fish.

“Prices of food items change daily and traders say it is caused by fluctuation of the naira to the dollar. I am not interested in that fluctuation because some households and indeed, families, are finding it difficult to feed; hence, they do not buy their usual quantity. We appeal to the Federal Government to urgently intervene and revive the economy because it is not easy for us,” she added.

Traders therefore expressed hope that things would improve once the economy is normalised.

Meanwhile, NAIJ.com correspondent recently visited the market to ask if the report that recession had ended in the country was true.

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September 30, 2017 at 08:00PM
Nigerian Celebrity News + Latest Entertainment News
Funmi Shoetan

Nigerian Musician and song writer,Osayamwen Nosa Donald Popularly known as Djinee recently revealed in an interview with punch Saturday beats that he is lucky to have parents that don’t pressure him about marriage.

The Ego Hit song crooner also said he isn’t in any relationship at the moment.

Here’s what he said

“A doctor cannot treat himself. Currently, I am single and there is no love item in my life. It is not a must to be in a relationship. I can be preaching about love through my songs and carry it into the kingdom but it just might be that God has designed it that I would not see that kingdom. The job we do is a tough job. I would be easily distracted. Some people can manage the stress but I cannot and I am being honest. I have been single for a while and I have tried to be in relationships but it just did not work out. I like women. I’m lucky to have parents that don’t pressure me about marriage. As an Edo guy, they don’t put pressure on me, besides, if the pressure comes and I hurriedly get married, they would not be the one to live with the person.”

The singer who has being in the industry for over a decade, also said that he has no baby mama and doubts he can ever be in that situation.

“I don’t know how people do it and get baby mamas but it cannot happen to me because I cannot handle it. To avoid such a scenario, I try to be as disciplined as I can. It is not easy but I try and I love children a lot. A lot of my closest friends are single mothers and they know how much I love their children. I try to be disciplined. I would say that I am very lucky not to have encountered people that would pin me down with pregnancies and some of my exes know that I am not ready for a child. I always have that discussion early in a relationship.”

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September 30, 2017 at 08:32PM
Ladun Liadi
The Joint Health Sector Unions and Assembly of Healthcare Professionals, JOHESU, has suspended its nine-day-old strike. The union made the decision following a nine-hour meeting with the federal government in Abuja today.

The national chairman of the union, Biobelemoye Josiah, said the strike had been suspended “in principle”, as a NEC meeting of the union will be held on Tuesday to take the final decision.

He said that the union has reached an agreement with the Federal government and workers are to resume back to work on Wednesday.

The union embarked on a nationwide strike on September 20 to protest among other issues, salaries adjustments, promotion arrears, and improved work environment for its members.

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Nigeria Health Workers’ Union Suspends Strike
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