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October 31, 2017 at 02:55PM
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Last year Jaywon welcomed a baby boy with his fiancee. Today the boy, Brayden Lafi iledare is one. The happy dad took to IG to pray and celebrate him saying;

Young King is +1. Today I prophesy greatness into your life. May you be greater than me in all ramifications. I love you son @thekingbrayden Grow in Grace 🙏🏼🙏🏼#Daddysboy
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October 31, 2017 at 02:40PM
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Wale Akinola

- Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo has lauded World Bank’s new ranking of Nigeria’s economy

- The latest ranking revealed that Nigeria is one of top 10 most improved economies

- Osinbajo said that though President Muhammadu Buhari set target to move up to 20 in ranking, he was delighted that goal was exceeded

Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo on Tuesday, October 31, expressed delight over the World Bank’s latest “Doing Business” report that saw Nigeria moving up 24 places to 145th and recognising the country as one of the top 10 most improved economies in the world.

The Punch reports that Osinbajo congratulated all stakeholders who worked with the federal government to achieve what he described as “significant result.”

NAIJ.com gathered that his position was contained in a statement made available to journalists by his senior special assistant on media and publicity, Laolu Akande.

READ ALSO: Security beefed up in Abuja ahead of APC NEC meeting

He said: “I welcome Nigeria’s improved performance. We are one of the top 10 reforming economies in the world in 2017. After a decade-long decline in Nigeria’s rankings, last year, the government recorded a modest increase.

“This year, Mr. President set us an ambitious target of moving up 20 places in the ranking – I am delighted that we have exceeded his goal.

“Improving the business environment is at the heart of the Buhari administration’s reform agenda. We are reinforcing our economic turnaround by a vigorous and active implementation of the Economic Recovery and Growth Plan so businesses operating in Nigeria can thrive and be competitive globally.

“For the first time, coordinated efforts across various levels of governments have been undertaken to make it easier to do business in Nigeria.

“I commend all stakeholders who worked with us to achieve this significant result, particularly the National Assembly, Lagos and Kano state governments, and the private sector.”

Osinbajo said the present administration would continue to ensure that SMEs operating in Nigeria find it easier to do business.

He said the government’s ultimate success would be the testimonials received from businesses across the country.

He said the report endorsed the direction that government has been taking to improve the ease of doing business in Nigeria over the last 12 to 18 months.

The Vice-President added that although the government has started getting positive feedback, there is still much work to be done before the full impact of the reforms would be felt by Nigerians.

He added: “Some of our critical ongoing reforms include a new sub-national ‘ease of doing business’ project being implemented in conjunction with all the states and the FCT to replicate similar reforms across the country.

“We are also collaborating with the National Assembly to deliver an Omnibus Bill to jointly furnish a more business-friendly legal framework for Nigerian businesses in the future.

“Furthermore, the Federal Executive Council has approved the concession of our major international airports, which will be fast-tracked to enable easier movement of persons.

“We are also nearing the implementation stage of our National Trading Platform to ensure our cross-border trading is more efficient, while collaborating with other countries to safeguard our security.

“This policy will also be supported by ongoing reform efforts to simplify trading within Nigeria, whether that be the ease of trade in goods, regulatory approvals or the protection of intellectual property.”

The World Bank highlighted five reforms making it easier to do business in Kano and Lagos, the two cities covered by the report in Nigeria over the course of last year.

They include Starting a Business; Dealing with Construction Permits; Registering Property; Getting Credit, and Paying Taxes.

On September 27, the second 60-day National Action Plan was approved by an expanded meeting of the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council.

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The plan has over 60 priority initiatives targeted to be attained by December 1.

The plan covers 11 areas this time, including new areas such as Enforcing Contracts, Simplifying the Procurement Process, and Trading Within Nigeria.

The PEBEC was established by the President in July 2016, with a mandate to sustainably and progressively make Nigeria an easier place to do business.

Meanwhile, NAIJ.com had previously reported that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) warned that the federal government proposed borrowing plan could create exchange rate risks for the Nigerian economy.

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October 31, 2017 at 02:35PM
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Boss Mustapha, the new Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) has officially resumed work less than 24 hours after he was named as a replacement for Babachir Lawal.

Lawal was finally fired on Monday, October 30, months after the Senate indicted him in a probe of the funds meant for the North East ravaged by Boko Haram insurgents,

After he was named the new SGF, Mustapha had joined chieftains of All Progressives Congress (APC) for a national caucus meeting chaired by President Muhammadu Buhari at the Ado Rock Presidential Villa.

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October 31, 2017 at 02:33PM
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Simbiat Ayoola

- Nigerian lady ties the knot with long time sweetheart

- She got engaged on her graduation day

- The couple have been married for a few months now and the new bride can't stop talking about marriage

A Nigerian lady identified as Ejiro Ogunmor who got engaged on her graduation day has tied the knot with the man of her dreams.

Ogunmor is a psychologist, a fashion stylist and blogger. In a post she shared on her blog, the young lady gushed about being married.

The newly married Mrs Ogunmor expressed that she still cannot believe that she is a married woman. She noted that she is still waiting for the change to dawn on her.

READ ALSO: Ex-secondary school teacher got married to his former SS3 student in Imo state

She said: “Yes we are, but I kind of doubt my brain has fully processed that we are now HUSBAND AND WIFE (apart from you know what *winks). I’m still waiting for the moment it dawns on me; because its soooooo weird. we often look at ourselves and ask,” are we really married”?! What??! Lol.”

The young fashionista also talked about how she has learnt a lot from being married. She explained that they have been a lot of lessons already.

Mrs Ogunmor said: “Lots of adjustment and lessons already; but we are thankful for God’s presence in our journey so far.”

She further talked about planning her wedding. She said: “I’m finally relieved from the hectic and quite frankly, irrelevant planning process I involved myself in. Sadly, when the day came, it happened in a flash! Thank God, we have photos to relive the happiest day of our lives.”

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October 31, 2017 at 02:30PM
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Kemisola Ologbonyo

At the just concluded Heineken Lagos Fashion and Design Week 2017, some celebrities strutted their stuff on the runway for some of their favourite designers, who showed up at the annual fashion event.

1. Agbani Darego

  The Former Miss World, Agbani Darego walked on the runway of the HLFDW. She walked first for the Maybelline collection, before stunning the audience as she stepped out in a bridal gown from Andrea Iyamah.

2. Jim Iyke

Nollywood actor, Jim Iyke was on the runway for Menswear designer, Johnson Johnson and did admirably well.

3. Denrele Edun

Media personality, Denrele Edun walked the runway for Kinabuti on day 1 of the Heineken Lagos Fashion and Design Week and brought his character to the runway.

4. Toolz

When the so exciting Aboutthatcurvylife collective showed, voluptuous OAP, Tolu Oniru-Demuren stomped as one of the plus size models and she looked stunning.

5. Osas Ighodaro-Ajibade

Osas walked for DNA by Iconic Invanity on her birthday and her walk was full of sass and body confidence.

6. Beverly Osu

The former BBA finalist walked the runway for Kiki Kimanu in a zebra print gown with red trimmings.

7. Dija

Mavin records artist, Dija performed for the models wearing Sunny Rose and walked the runway in an outfit by the brand as well.

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October 31, 2017 at 02:29PM
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Kess Ewubare

Former president the Court of Appeal, Justice Ayo Salami, has been replaced by the National Judicial Council (NJC) as the head of the corruption and financial crime cases trial monitoring committee.

Salami’s replacement was announced on Tuesday, October 31, in a statement by the director of Information of the NJC, Mr. Soji.

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October 31, 2017 at 02:22PM
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David Oladele

- The national Forum For the Patriotic Members of APC (FOPMAPC) declared support for President Buhari over his positive move aimed at reforming Nigeria

- Alhaji Lawal Garba, the national chairman of the forum, said President Buharis's administration has brought significant changes in key sectors in the country

- Garba commended the president for its resilience, commitment and determination towards transforming the nation in spite of the inherent challenges

The national Forum For the Patriotic Members of APC (FOPMAPC) has declared its unconditional support and commitment to the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari.

Alhaji Lawal Garba, the national chairman of the forum, made the declaration in Daura on Tuesday, October 31, when he received Jigawa members of the forum, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports.

He called on members of the forum to redoubled their commitment and determination to change Nigeria, stressing we expect our members to continue to educate Nigerians on good policies and programmes of the Buhari administration.

READ ALSO: Buhari gets praises from excited Senate after sacking Babachir Lawal

Lawal also urged the members to shun expectation for immediate benefits and place national interest at heart, adding “we will support every positive move aimed at reforming this country’’.

He said the two years of Buhari administration has brought significant changes in key areas including agriculture, security, corruption and the development of infrastructure.

The chairman admonished members of the forum not to relent on their efforts at projecting and promoting the policies and programmes of the present administration.

He described the relationship between Katsina and Jigawa states as exceptionally cordial, adding “we are very lucky that both governors are very busy replicating what the president is doing in their respective states’’.

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Earlier, Alhaji Sale Bayi, the Jigawa Chairman of the forum, described the visit as home coming.

He said the forum was dutifully working in collaboration with the Jigawa government towards the success of the APC in future elections.

He commended the Buhari administration for its resilience, commitment and determination towards transforming the nation in spite of the inherent challenges on ground.

Meanwhile, NAIJ.com had reported that the Hausa Fulani Peace Forum advised Hamza Al Mustapha, the former chief security officer to the late head of state, General Abacha, to run for the 2019 presidential election.

Alhaji Ibrahim Sarki Hausari, the state chairman of the forum, also reaffirmed their loyalty to the Green Party of Nigeria , of which Al-Mustapha is the national leader.

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October 31, 2017 at 02:20PM
Ladun Liadi
President Muhammad Buhari yesterday sacked suspended Secretary to the Federal Government, Babachir Lawal. M. Lawal and replaced him with Boss Mustapha who until his appointment was the Director General of the Nigeria inland Waterways. Mustapha who hails from Adamawa state has now met the President. Two more photos below...



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October 31, 2017 at 02:13PM
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Nnenna Ibeh

- A group has hailed President Muhammadu Buhari over the removal of Babachir Lawal as Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and Ayo Oke as Head, National Intelligence Agency (NIA)

- The group said the development will further boost the anti-corruption fight

- The group also said the action by the president will serve as deterrent to people who think they were too powerful to be caught by the anti-corruption web

An anti-corruption group has hailed President Muhammadu Buhari over the removal of Babachir Lawal as Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and Ayo Oke as Head, National Intelligence Agency (NIA).

The chairman of the group, Centre for Anti-Corruption and Open Leadership (CACOL), Debo Adeniran, gave the commendation in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Lagos.

According to him, the development will further boost the anti-corruption fight.

READ ALSO: What truly happened between soldiers and Boko Haram terrorists in Yobe state - Defence headquarters speaks

NAN reports that the President had in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina on Monday announced the sack of the officials.

It would be recalled that Lawal had been suspended in April over alleged violation of due process in the award of contracts while Oke was suspended over the discovery of huge sum of foreign and local currencies in a Lagos apartment allegedly owned by the NIA.

Adesina said the sacking of the two officials was based on the recommendations of an investigative panel set up by the federal government, headed by vice president Yemi Osinbajo with Mr Boss Mustapha named new SGF.

Adeniran said the removal of the officials would give the right signal that the present administration was serious about its anti-graft fight.

READ ALSO: Breaking: Senate finally makes official position known over sack of Babachir Lawal by President Buhari

He added that the development would also serve as deterrent to people who think they were too powerful to be caught by the anti-corruption web.

“We are extremely delighted at the sacking of these two officials as it would send the right signal about the seriousness of the anti-graft fight.

“It will no doubt serve as deterrent to impunity and those who think the anti-graft war will not get to them because of the high positions they occupy.

“We salute Buhari for this courageous step and we urge him to step up the fight against the polluters of the war in his government,’’ he said.

He urged the government not to stop at sacking the two officials but to further investigate them and subject them to diligent prosecution.

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Adeniran also urged the Judiciary to play its part effectively in the matter and ensure that justice was done.

“This case is a big test for the judiciary and we are urging this important arm of government to play its part well to ensure justice is done in handling the cases.

“They should not allow anything to frustrate the cases when they are presented before them. They owe Nigerians that duty,’’ he said.

NAIJ.com earlier reported that President Buhari had signed agreements strengthening the government's effort in the fight against corruption.

The president in line with anti-corruption economic diversification vision signed instruments of ratification for a number of bilateral agreements.

It was also gathered that all relevant government agencies and bodies have been directed to commence immediate implementation of the agreements.

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October 31, 2017 at 02:11PM
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Nnenna Ibeh

- A group has hailed President Muhammadu Buhari over the removal of Babachir Lawal as Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and Ayo Oke as Head, National Intelligence Agency (NIA)

- The group said the development will further boost the anti-corruption fight

- The group also said the action by the president will serve as deterrent to people who think they were too powerful to be caught by the anti-corruption web

An anti-corruption group has hailed President Muhammadu Buhari over the removal of Babachir Lawal as Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and Ayo Oke as Head, National Intelligence Agency (NIA).

The chairman of the group, Centre for Anti-Corruption and Open Leadership (CACOL), Debo Adeniran, gave the commendation in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Lagos.

According to him, the development will further boost the anti-corruption fight.

READ ALSO: What truly happened between soldiers and Boko Haram terrorists in Yobe state - Defence headquarters speaks

NAN reports that the President had in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina on Monday announced the sack of the officials.

It would be recalled that Lawal had been suspended in April over alleged violation of due process in the award of contracts while Oke was suspended over the discovery of huge sum of foreign and local currencies in a Lagos apartment allegedly owned by the NIA.

Adesina said the sacking of the two officials was based on the recommendations of an investigative panel set up by the federal government, headed by vice president Yemi Osinbajo with Mr Boss Mustapha named new SGF.

Adeniran said the removal of the officials would give the right signal that the present administration was serious about its anti-graft fight.

READ ALSO: Breaking: Senate finally makes official position known over sack of Babachir Lawal by President Buhari

He added that the development would also serve as deterrent to people who think they were too powerful to be caught by the anti-corruption web.

“We are extremely delighted at the sacking of these two officials as it would send the right signal about the seriousness of the anti-graft fight.

“It will no doubt serve as deterrent to impunity and those who think the anti-graft war will not get to them because of the high positions they occupy.

“We salute Buhari for this courageous step and we urge him to step up the fight against the polluters of the war in his government,’’ he said.

He urged the government not to stop at sacking the two officials but to further investigate them and subject them to diligent prosecution.

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Adeniran also urged the Judiciary to play its part effectively in the matter and ensure that justice was done.

“This case is a big test for the judiciary and we are urging this important arm of government to play its part well to ensure justice is done in handling the cases.

“They should not allow anything to frustrate the cases when they are presented before them. They owe Nigerians that duty,’’ he said.

NAIJ.com earlier reported that President Buhari had signed agreements strengthening the government's effort in the fight against corruption.

The president in line with anti-corruption economic diversification vision signed instruments of ratification for a number of bilateral agreements.

It was also gathered that all relevant government agencies and bodies have been directed to commence immediate implementation of the agreements.

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October 31, 2017 at 02:10PM
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David Oladele

- The national Forum For the Patriotic Members of APC (FOPMAPC) declared support for President Buhari over his positive move aimed at reforming Nigeria

- Alhaji Lawal Garba, the national chairman of the forum, said President Buharis's administration has brought significant changes in key sectors in the country

- Garba commended the president for its resilience, commitment and determination towards transforming the nation in spite of the inherent challenges

The national Forum For the Patriotic Members of APC (FOPMAPC) has declared its unconditional support and commitment to the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari.

Alhaji Lawal Garba, the national chairman of the forum, made the declaration in Daura on Tuesday, October 31, when he received Jigawa members of the forum, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports.

He called on members of the forum to redoubled their commitment and determination to change Nigeria, stressing we expect our members to continue to educate Nigerians on good policies and programmes of the Buhari administration.

READ ALSO: Buhari gets praises from excited Senate after sacking Babachir Lawal

Lawal also urged the members to shun expectation for immediate benefits and place national interest at heart, adding “we will support every positive move aimed at reforming this country’’.

He said the two years of Buhari administration has brought significant changes in key areas including agriculture, security, corruption and the development of infrastructure.

The chairman admonished members of the forum not to relent on their efforts at projecting and promoting the policies and programmes of the present administration.

He described the relationship between Katsina and Jigawa states as exceptionally cordial, adding “we are very lucky that both governors are very busy replicating what the president is doing in their respective states’’.

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Earlier, Alhaji Sale Bayi, the Jigawa Chairman of the forum, described the visit as home coming.

He said the forum was dutifully working in collaboration with the Jigawa government towards the success of the APC in future elections.

He commended the Buhari administration for its resilience, commitment and determination towards transforming the nation in spite of the inherent challenges on ground.

Meanwhile, NAIJ.com had reported that the Hausa Fulani Peace Forum advised Hamza Al Mustapha, the former chief security officer to the late head of state, General Abacha, to run for the 2019 presidential election.

Alhaji Ibrahim Sarki Hausari, the state chairman of the forum, also reaffirmed their loyalty to the Green Party of Nigeria , of which Al-Mustapha is the national leader.

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October 31, 2017 at 02:07PM
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The presidency shared the news on Twitter.

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For The First Time Nigeria Is Recognized As One Of The Top 10 Most Improved Economies In The World
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October 31, 2017 at 01:40PM
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Kemisola Ologbonyo

Late Sunday night, Rapp claimed House of cards actor, Kevin Spacey made a “sexual advance” toward him in 1986, when Rapp was a 14-year-old Broadway actor.

Netflix is exploring a “House of Cards” spinoff as the show’s final season nears amid controversy surrounding star Kevin Spacey.

The streaming channel, which reportedly is weighing different concepts for the spinoff, said Monday that the upcoming sixth season will be the last for “House of Cards.”

The announcement of the Emmy-winning political satire’s end came amid fallout from Spacey’s alleged sexual advances toward a 14-year-old actor in the 1980s. But Netflix had already decided to end the show and was pursuing a spinoff.

Spacey has apologized for the incident which he said he doesn’t recall but would have stemmed from “drunken behavior.” He also spoke publicly for the first time about being gay.

The final “House of Cards” episodes are in production, with a release date yet to be announced.

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October 31, 2017 at 01:55PM
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Nnenna Ibeh

- A group has hailed President Muhammadu Buhari over the removal of Babachir Lawal as Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and Ayo Oke as Head, National Intelligence Agency (NIA)

- The group said the development will further boost the anti-corruption fight

- The group also said the action by the president will serve as deterrent to people who think they were too powerful to be caught by the anti-corruption web

An anti-corruption group has hailed President Muhammadu Buhari over the removal of Babachir Lawal as Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and Ayo Oke as Head, National Intelligence Agency (NIA).

The chairman of the group, Centre for Anti-Corruption and Open Leadership (CACOL), Debo Adeniran, gave the commendation in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Lagos.

According to him, the development will further boost the anti-corruption fight.

READ ALSO: What truly happened between soldiers and Boko Haram terrorists in Yobe state - Defence headquarters speaks

NAN reports that the President had in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina on Monday announced the sack of the officials.

It would be recalled that Lawal had been suspended in April over alleged violation of due process in the award of contracts while Oke was suspended over the discovery of huge sum of foreign and local currencies in a Lagos apartment allegedly owned by the NIA.

Adesina said the sacking of the two officials was based on the recommendations of an investigative panel set up by the federal government, headed by vice president Yemi Osinbajo with Mr Boss Mustapha named new SGF.

Adeniran said the removal of the officials would give the right signal that the present administration was serious about its anti-graft fight.

READ ALSO: Breaking: Senate finally makes official position known over sack of Babachir Lawal by President Buhari

He added that the development would also serve as deterrent to people who think they were too powerful to be caught by the anti-corruption web.

“We are extremely delighted at the sacking of these two officials as it would send the right signal about the seriousness of the anti-graft fight.

“It will no doubt serve as deterrent to impunity and those who think the anti-graft war will not get to them because of the high positions they occupy.

“We salute Buhari for this courageous step and we urge him to step up the fight against the polluters of the war in his government,’’ he said.

He urged the government not to stop at sacking the two officials but to further investigate them and subject them to diligent prosecution.

PAY ATTENTION: Watch more videos on NAIJ.com TV

Adeniran also urged the Judiciary to play its part effectively in the matter and ensure that justice was done.

“This case is a big test for the judiciary and we are urging this important arm of government to play its part well to ensure justice is done in handling the cases.

“They should not allow anything to frustrate the cases when they are presented before them. They owe Nigerians that duty,’’ he said.

NAIJ.com earlier reported that President Buhari had signed agreements strengthening the government's effort in the fight against corruption.

The president in line with anti-corruption economic diversification vision signed instruments of ratification for a number of bilateral agreements.

It was also gathered that all relevant government agencies and bodies have been directed to commence immediate implementation of the agreements.

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October 31, 2017 at 12:59PM
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Nnenna Ibeh

- Ohanaeze Ndigbo earlier urged its people living across the country to court more friends

- The Pan-Igbo group said such moves would help the Igbos actualise the ethnic group’s quest to produce Nigeria’s president in 2023

- But the people have said that they are being dribbled by the president general of the group, John Nwodo

Ohanaeze Ndigbo, an Igbo socio-cultural group, had earlier urged Igbos living in the north to court more friends so as to actualise the ethnic group’s quest to produce Nigeria’s president in 2023.

The call was contained in a communiqué issued at the end of a meeting of Ohanaeze Ndigbo in the 19 northern states and Abuja.

The meeting which held in Minna on Sunday, October 29, stated the group's resolve to promote one indivisible Nigeria with equal opportunities for all, and urged Igbo people resident in the north to live in harmony with their host communities.

READ ALSO: What truly happened between soldiers and Boko Haram terrorists in Yobe state - Defence headquarters speaks

It lauded the contributions of John Nwodo, the president general of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, toward a united and prosperous Nigeria, and urged him to continue to defend the interest of the people.

The cultural group extended its hands of fellowship to other Igbo associations the world over, and called for more unity in the pursuit of Nigeria’s presidency in 2023.

READ ALSO: Metuh’s trial: GEJ fights back, demands for N1bn travelling expenses to appear as witness

But in their reaction to Nwodo's comment, some Nigerians said every region and ethnic group in Nigeria wants the presidency for themselves.

Some others also accused the president general of Ohanaeze Ndigbo of dribbling the Igbos after preaching restructuring.

Below are some of the reactions on twitter:

NAIJ.com earlier reported that some Igbo leaders could aspire for presidency in 2023.

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Thes individuals include the senator representing Abia South senatorial district, Enyinnaya Abaribe; the deputy Senate president, Ike Ekweremadu, and the chairman of Capital Oil Limited Ifeanyi Ubah.

Others include: the former governor of Anambra state; Peter Obi and the senator representing Anambra South constituency under the platform of the All Progressives Congress party, Andy Uba.

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October 31, 2017 at 01:50PM
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Here's a closer look of Annie Idibia's bump! Annie who is married to music icon, Tuface Idibia is expecting their 3rd child together. She was pictured yesterday in Abuja addressing the ladies who came out for her birthday outreach.

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October 31, 2017 at 01:41PM
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Eromosele Ebhomele

- Governor Ayo Fayose is alleged to be plotting the sack of 3,500 workers from the Ekiti civil service

- The Concerned Ekiti Patriot says Fayose gave the hint while speaking on radio

- The group says the state can pay its workers while warning the governor to jettison the plan

Governor Ayodele Fayose of Ekiti state is allegedly planning to retrench a total of 3,500 workers from the state’s civil service, the Concerned Ekiti Patriots (CEP) has alleged.

The CEP warned the governor to immediately jettison the idea to avoid facing the wrath of the people of the state.

However, attempts made by NAIJ.com to get Lere Olayinka, the governor’s spokesperson, to react proved futile as a message sent to him was yet to be responded to at the time of this report.

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CEP alleged that “in a radio programme monitored in Lagos recently, Fayose hinted on the possibility of retrenching about 3,500 workers in a bid to reduce the government’s monthly wages and financial burden of six months unpaid salaries to state workers and nine months to local government staff.

“The governor, who was responding to a caller in the phone-in segment of the programme, had said that retrenching about 3,500 workers would give the government some relief, insisting that the civil service was over-bloated.

“He added that the office of the Civil Service Commission (CSC) was already compiling the list of redundant workers for the purpose of relieving them of their duties,” CEP alleged.

The interest group, which reacted through its coordinator, Elder Alaba Olugbade, warned that retrenching workers, who are already being owed several months of unpaid salaries, was not the solution to the state’s financial crisis.

CEP noted that the two tranches of the Paris Club loan refunds, the N1.3 billion budget support facility monthly and the federal allocations to the state were sufficient to offset the salaries of the workers if properly utilised.

“Rather than waste scarce resources of the state on white elephant projects and political patronage, the resources could be deployed for salary payments and some basic infrastructure that would make lives of the citizens of the state more meaningful.

“If truly Governor Fayose was serious about retrenching 3,500 workers as the condition for financial well-being of the state as pointed out in the radio programme, then he must be prepared to face the music as the workers and the entire citizens who have been pressed to the wall by his obnoxious administrative style would have no choice than to charge back.

“While we appreciate the general down-turn in the economic situation of the country, we make bold to say that some other states, such as Lagos, Kebbi, Taraba and Ebonyi with forward-looking governors are busy exploring other areas of opportunities like agriculture to shore up their revenues and make life better for their citizens and this is paying off as reflected in the increase in IGR and employment opportunities.

"Instead of the governor to copy his colleagues in transparency and creativity, what Ekiti people are seeing are over-priced white elephant projects being awarded by the governor to cronies and his family members while no one knows anything about the internally generated revenue profile of the state after Governor Fayose increased rates, taxes and tarrifs, including introducing fresh and suffocating taxes.

“We can only hope that Governor Fayose will drop his daily theatrics and wear his thinking cap and proffer solutions to the state’s economic woes. Certainly, retrenching workers should not be part of it.

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“It is sad to note that under the administration, revenue-earning projects, such as the Ikogosi Warm Spring Resort, Ire Burnt Bricks, state pavilion, Fountain Investment as well as service-providing outfits, such as state Traffic Management Agency, Peace Corps, which employed over 3,000 Ekiti indigenes, have been crippled by the governor.

“As a group that has interest of the state and its citizens at heart, we would not hesitate to lead a protest walk against the governor if he refuses to order the SSG office to stop the planned retrenchment within a week,” the statement added.

NAIJ.com earlier quoted The Nation as reporting that seven local government pensioners have died in Ekiti state in the last two weeks following the hardship they faced with non-payment of their pensions and gratuities.

According to the report, this was revealed at the monthly meeting of the pensioners in Ado-Ekiti, the state capital, on Monday, October 30.

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October 31, 2017 at 01:30PM
Ladun Liadi
According to reports,here are the photos of the lovers found dead in a Toyota Corolla car early hours of Sunday in Ogba. A Facebook user uploaded the photos with more details.

The Facebook user wrote;

Lovers found dead in a car Sunday morning behind NIJ Ogba Lagos. The husband of the woman said he was aware of her infidelity but chose to keep quiet.



The lover who happens to be the son to their landlord was said to be a close friend to the husband of the late woman. The two were found by by-passers early in the morning with the car engine and ac still running.

They quickly contacted the police who took the bodies to the morgue and according to the police, an autopsy will be conducted to ascertain the cause of their death.

Again I will say never judge. If she were to be alive to tell her story,you probably will lend a helping hand. Don't judge her.


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October 31, 2017 at 01:31PM
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Buchi Obichie

- Alhaji Yusuf Nuhu, the Emir of Agaie in Niger state, has urged herdsmen to live in peace with farmers

- The monarch appealed to the herdsmen to avoid any clash whatsoever, in the interest of the emirate

- The youth leader of the herdsmen, Malam Dikko Shakolo, also appealed to farmers not to take matters into their own hands, but to report all grievances to their community leaders

The Emir of Agaie in Niger, Alhaji Yusuf Nuhu, has appealed to herdsmen and farmers in the emirate to continue to live in peace for meaningful development of the emirate, NAN reports.

Nuhu made the call at a town hall meeting at IBB School of Preliminary Studies, Agaie, on Tuesday, October 31.

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NAIJ.com gathered that the meeting was convened to bring the herdsmen and farmers together, and‎ to encourage them to live in peace because the country needed them for a viable society.

He stated: “The dry season is setting in now, we should all appreciate it as God’s routine for humanity. Herdsmen should meticulously shepherd their herd and avoid their cattle from trespassing into farm lands.

“I prevail on you to avoid clash of any sort, in the interest of the emirate and the country at large.

“Grazing by your herd in the emirate had been crisis-free and I commend you on that, while still soliciting for continued peaceful co-existence among you.”

Nuhu pointed out that peaceful co-existence between the herdsman and farmers was historical and must be sustained.

‎Also, the Niger state youth leader of Miyeti Allah Kautahore, Malam Dikko Shakolo, urged farmers to always monitor ‎the activities of unscrupulous persons among them.

He stated: “I want to also beg you not to take laws into your hands, but report your grievances to community leaders in the emirate for amicable settlement.”

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Meanwhile, NAIJ.com previously reported that a one-million-man march in support of the anti-open grazing law which is about to go into effect in Benue, took place in Makurdi, the state capital.

The anti-open grazing law which is designed to restrict Fulani herdsmen to grazing their cattle within ranches, is scheduled to go into effect on Wednesday, November 1.

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October 31, 2017 at 01:24PM
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Adunni Amodeni

It is true that there is nowhere a lady or man cannot meet his/her future partner. You may meet them on social media, public or private gatherings through a friend or in school.

Such was this case of this couple who met in school. The groom met his bride many years back in secondary school when he was a teacher and the bride was his student.

The teacher who was identified as Chidi Obioha began dating his former student, Nzube Nwokeji after she gained admission into the University.

READ ALSO: Former teacher from Imo state is set to marry his ex-student

After waiting many years the couple on Saturday, October 21, finally got married in Imo state and had in attendance family members, friends and well-wishers.

For the traditional wedding the bride was seen in a red and silver blouse and George wrapper while her groom rocked the same color of top and cap but with a black trouser.

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It could be recalled that the couple on Friday, October 13, the couple posted their pre-wedding photos on social media.

Congratulations!

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October 31, 2017 at 12:46PM
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Jerrywright Ukwu

- Governor Ayodele Fayose is allegedly owing Ekiti state pensioners eight-month pension arrears

- This has reportedly led to the death of seven of them

- A group under the aegis of Concerned Local Government Pensioners’ Forum have tasked the governor on the need to make payments

A report by The Nation indicates that seven local government pensioners have died in Ekiti state in the last two weeks following the hardship they faced with non-payment of their pensions and gratuities.

According to the report, this was revealed at the monthly meeting of the pensioners in Ado-Ekiti, the state capital, on Monday, October 30.

The council’s pensioners under the aegis of Concerned Local Government Pensioners’ Forum urged Governor Fayose to pay their eight-month pension arrears.

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They also urged the governor to pay them their gratuities, which they said had not been paid in the last five years.

The pensioners regretted that the situation had caused them untold hardship, adding that the situation has led to the spate of deaths of retirees who could not take care of themselves.

In a communiqué issued at the end of the meeting and signed by the forum’s protem coordinator, Alhaji Quadri Oguntuase, and secretary, Biodun Agboola, the pensioners urged the state government to accord pensioners’ welfare utmost priority.

The communique gave the names of the seven pensioners who died in the last two weeks as: J. O. Ojo, Adedayo Ojo, Modupe Aribisala, Abegunde, Ogunleye, Adelugba and Alhaji Abdullahi.

The retirees observed a minute’s silence in honour of the seven, who they said attended last month’s meeting.

The forum reminded the state government that local government pensioners had only been paid up till February, “contrary to the state government’s pronouncement in the media.”

Addressing journalists at the end of the meeting, Oguntuase said: “The situation has become unbearable for us and we have no option than to cry to for world to know that pensioners are suffering in Ekiti.

“The rate at which we are dying is alarming. Imagine the harvest of deaths in the last two weeks! Seven of our members died within the period and the situation was caused by non-payment of our benefits.

“It’s because our monthly pensions are not paid. Many of us lack the money to eat and to take care of our families. The denial of our rights has made many of us to become irresponsible fathers and husbands at home. In fact, many of those who died had no money to buy drugs to manage their ailments or to take themselves to hospitals. Things are as bad as that.

“We want the state government to pay us our pensions and gratuities. We believe it is not an offence to diligently serve our fatherland. The government should not watch while we suffer, because our entitlements are our rights. We should not be denied of them.”

In a related development, the Ekiti state government is under investigation for alleged diversion of over N680 million meant for salaries and pension of civil servants.

The money was traced by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to a fixed account which the commission claims yields N6 million monthly.

READ ALSO: Our governor is giving dud cheques to pensioners - Imo state lady cries out

EFCC investigators are reportedly going over documents to uncover the beneficiaries of the monthly interest on the fixed deposit.

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October 31, 2017 at 01:29PM
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It's a great privilege to be recognised and honoured by the Federal Government of Canada with the presentation of "HUMANITARIAN Award" In Toronto. This award means so much to me and my brand which is indeed a motivation to do more.

Special thanks to Hon. Peter Fonseca, Member of Parliament for Mississauga East-Cooksville for considering us worthy of this honour. We shall continue with our service to humanity as we step up our contributions to communities ‎across the globe.  We are humbled! ‎
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October 31, 2017 at 01:12PM
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Adeola Opeyemi

- Nigerian army has reacted to allegation that a wounded soldier was abandoned by the army and his monthly allowance stopped

- The army claimed that the wounded soldier was declared AWOL after he left the hospital without informing roper authorities

The Nigerian army has denied allegation that it abandoned one Private Abdulrauf Aliyu who was attacked and wounded by Boko Haram while he was on duty.

There was an allegation raised by a member of the Citizens United for Peace and Stability (CUPS), Idris Ahmed, that the army abandoned Aliyu after he sustained abdomen injuries and stopped paying his salary.

The army, in its' reaction to the allegation said Aliyu was never abandoned but rather disappeared from the hospital he was taken to without being discharged.

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In a statement released by the army spokesperson, SK Usman, the army said Aliyu was declared Absent Without Leave (AWOL) when the army couldn't locate him.

The statement reads: "The Nigerian army’s attention has been drawn to an allegation by Mr Ahmed Idris of the Citizens United for Peace and Stability (CUPS) titled “Exposed: Corruption in the Nigerian army-How a Wounded Soldier was Abandoned by the Nigerian army and had his Salary and Allowances Stopped” which he posted on his Facebook wall.

"The Nigerian army being a responsive organization, has thoroughly investigated the allegation and wish to state that it is unfounded, erroneous, malicious and intended to cast aspersions on the leadership and reputation of the Nigerian army typical of Mr Ahmed Idris. We wish to state that there is no such case of corruption or abandonment of any Nigerian Army soldier least of all 13NA/70/6592 Private Abdulrauf Aliyu as alleged.

"For the avoidance of doubt, Private Abdulrauf Aliyu was posted to 1 Division Garrison on 18th December 2013 after 6 months military training at Depot Nigerian army, Zaria, Kaduna State, for military duties. On 11th December 2015, Private Abdulrauf Aliyu was nominated to beef up 158 Task Force Battalion at the Nigerian army School of Infantry (NASI), Jaji. The unit was later deployed to the North East. Private Abdulrauf Aliyu's unit was unfortunately attacked on the 18th April 2016 at Kareto by Boko Haram, during the attack, he sustained abdomen injury which after First Aid treatment he was evacuated to 7 Division Hospital and Medical Services for treatment.

"The soldier was later transferred to the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital for expert review and care. He has not been seen on several visits to both 7 Division Hospital and Medical Services and University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital. All efforts to trace the whereabouts of Private Abdulrauf Aliyu proved abortive as he failed to return to either 158 Task Force Battalion nor 1 Division Garrison unit till this moment. It is important to note that he was neither discharged by any of the aforementioned hospitals, nor was he granted official pass by any Commander.

"Consequent upon this, his unit had no option other than to initiate Absent Without Leave (AWOL) and disciplinary procedures against him leading to stoppage of his pay and allowance in accordance with extant laws and procedures of the Nigerian Army. He was declared AWOL on 24th June 2016 and has spent a total of 183 days as at the time the Board of Inquiry (BOI) on his continued absence was set up. Therefore, BOI recommended that the soldier be Struck Off Strength (SOS), which was done on 16th August 2016.

"From the foregoing, this is a clear case of a deserter from the Nigerian army trying to run a campaign of calumny against the Nigerian Army on Social Media through willing accomplice as Mr Ahmed Idris.

"Therefore Mr Ahmed Idris, is strongly advised to please always eschew rushing to malign persons and organizations without proper investigation. You should allow whatever sentiment or malice you harbour against anybody or the Nigerian army not to becloud your sense of judgement. You should stop misleading the public through unfounded and baseless allegations.

"As it is now the soldier in question is a deserter who, if seen, should be apprehended and handed over to the nearest military unit or police station."

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Meanwhile, NAIJ.com previously reported that Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai, on Monday, October 30, ordered the redeployment of troops who participated in the special military exercise in the Niger Delta to Lake Chad region.

Buratai announced the redeployment at the closing of Exercise Crocodile Smile II in Igwuruta, Ikwerre local government area of Rivers.

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October 31, 2017 at 01:10PM
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Mitja Rutnik

Samsung Internet, an alternative to Google’s Chrome browser, has received an update with a number of great features on board. The update, which entered public beta testing in August, is now hitting the stable channel.

Before looking at the features, let’s note that, with the latest update, Samsung Internet becomes compatible with virtually every modern Android devices (Lollipop or higher). Previously, the stable version of the browser was only compatible with recent Samsung devices, as well as Pixels and Nexus phones.

The first new feature is Night Mode and comes in handy when using your device in low-light conditions. The feature reduces the amount of bright light emitted by the display and shows white text on a dark background for a more enjoyable reading experience. A High Contrast mode is also available and is similar to Night Mode, but allows you to increase the screen’s brightness to see the text more clearly.

The new version of Samsung Internet also lets you download, install, and manage adblocking services from the updated Content Blockers section found in the browser’s settings. Additionally, you can keep your browsing habits private with the new built-in Tracking Blocker extension powered by Disconnect, which is enabled when you’re in what Samsung calls “Secret Mode”.

The update also allows you to sync bookmarks with Google’s browser thanks to the new desktop Chrome extension. What this means is that you can access your Samsung Internet bookmarks on a desktop PC (Chrome), and your Chrome bookmarks on a smartphone (Samsung Internet).

Other things worth mentioning are the Chromium engine upgrade that includes rendering engine improvements and support for CSS Grid. The company has also announced that starting in the US, Samsung Pay will be available to use with Web Payments, and that users of its browser will be able to earn reward points and spend them on everything from gift cards to Samsung’s latest products — see more details here.

Samsung Internet version 6.2 will be available in the next few days via the Play Store and Galaxy Apps store.

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