Ndigbo: It’s time to ‘Think and build Home’ - Vanguardngr

We never change things by fighting the existing reality. To change something; build a new model that makes the existing one obsolete —Buckminster Fuller . THE fate of Igbo nation since the end of the unfortunate Nigerian-Biafra civil war in 1970 has been that of a sojourner on a voyage, mission, quest for political and economic survival. The after effects of the war which depleted Ndigbo politically, economically, psychologically and humanly are still conspicuously visible for even the blind to see. The gross infrastructural dilapidation of Igbo nation as a result of the civil war and deliberate economic strangulation of the people via

Buhari, all your actions are fake. You are lying to the people - Shekau

Read transcript of embattled leader of jihadist group Boko Haram, Abubakar Shekau, who resurfaced in a video posted online Sunday. He advised President Muhammadu Buhari to worshipn and fear Allah saying that he is worshiping cow. He also said that the People of Chibok, should prepare for

Shell bows to Avengers shut down Nigeria’s major crude oil export line

Nigeria’s crude oil production suffered fresh set back Monday as Trans Niger Pipeline, (TNP), which exports about 180, 000 barrels of crude oil per day was shut down as a precautionary measure after a fire was seen on the “right of way” at Gio community in Ogoni land, one of the two pipelines that export Bonny Light crude oil.

News Biafra : Judge hands-off Kanu, others trial over alleged bias

Justice John Tsoho of the Federal High Court in Abuja, on Monday, disqualified himself from presiding over the trial of detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Mr. Nnamdi Kanu.

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WAEC certificate: Lawyer withdraws suit against President Buhari

Abuja based legal practitioner, Nnamdi Nwokocha-Ahaaiwe, has filed a notice at the Federal High Court Abuja withdrawing the suit he filed challenging the authenticity of President Buhari's Cambridge West African School Certificate WASC. Nwokocha-Ahaaiwe in the suit alleged that President Buhari did not sit for the Cambridge West African School Certificate WASC) in 1961 as he claimed. The notice for the discontinuance of the suit dated June 27th reads in part ;
“Take note that the plaintiff in this originating

''Pope Francis Calls For Peaceful Coexistence Among Osun Residents''

 Pope Francis has called for peaceful coexistence among Nigerians, particularly residents of Osun State, irrespective of the socio-cultural and religious beliefs.

The Pope made the appeal during a visit of the Roman Catholic Church to Governor Rauf Aregbesola at the Government House in Osogbo, the state capital.
The Catholic Pontif, who

IRI POLL: BUHARI’S ANTI-CORRUPTION FIGHT POLARISES NIGERIA

President Muhammadu Buhari’s crusade against corruption might have brought about a major division between the northern and southern parts of the country leading to a growing lack of unity of purpose on national issues.
A poll released on Tuesday by

WOLE SOYINKA - NIGERIA’S SOVEREIGNTY IS NEGOTIABLE,

 Nobel laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, has lent his voice to the growing calls for the restructuring of the Nigerian federation, saying the sovereignty of the nation is negotiable.
Speaking during a visit to Punch Place, the corporate headquarters of Punch Nigeria Limited, Kilometre 14, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Ogun State, on Tuesday, Soyinka said

''CAPTAIN ELECHI AMADI DIES AT 82''

ONE of Africa’s finest novelist, poet and dramatist Captain Elechi Amadi died Wednesday at the Good Heart hospital in Port Harcourt at the age of 82. A member of the family , Bar Wabueze Amadi, confirmed the development to the Vanguard newspaper on phone, saying he passed on at about 3: 45pm at the hospital. The late captain Elechi Amadi

''Ike Shorunmu joins Ikorodu United''

Former Super Eagles goalkeeper coach, Ike Shorunmu has joined the top-flight newcom­ers, Ikorodu United as goalkeeper trainer for the rest of the on-going season, this is according to supersport.com.
The Oga Boys have equally beefed up their technical bench with the appointment of former Nigerian international and Giwa FC coach, Shakiru Giwa as assistant coach.
The Nigeria Profes­sional Football League (NPFL) struggling side had

''Senator Ben Bruce And Daughter''

''Senator Ben Bruce Shares Adorable Picture of him, Hanging Out with His Daughter Jasmine''

''Nigeria Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu writes UN, US Congress, UK, EU, others; says Nigeria’s democracy in grave danger''

In the two-page letter, entitled: “Re: Trumped Up Charges Against the Presiding Officers of the 8th Senate: Nigerian Democracy is in Grave Danger,” Ekweremadu, who attached copies of the court summons, and other relevant documents relating to the matter, is asking the international community to decide whether or not the trial was worth it, justifiable or one that was purely borne out of political vendetta.
Ekweremadu noted that neither his name nor that of the

''Afenifere, Falana Others Demand Buratai’s Probe Over Dubai Homes''

Prominent Nigerians and groups on Monday urged the Federal Government, particularly the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, to investigate the Chief of Army Staff,  Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai, over the purchase of $1.5m properties in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates.

The Chief Of Army Staff and his two wives were reported last  week by an online medium, Sahara Reporters, to have owned   $1.5m  properties in Dubai.
The National Publicity Secretary of Afenifere, Yinka Odumakin, in an interview with The PUNCH, said Buratai  should be probed over the allegation of the Dubai property scandal.
He stated, “The defence the

''NFF narrows Eagles coaching choice to Le Guen''

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has resolved not to rush the process of appointing a new manager for  Super Eagles ahead of the Russia 2018 World Cup qualifiers. The soccer federation appears however to have narrowed her choice to Frenchman Le Guen.
A member of the NFF technical committee, Paul Bassey said yesterday that rushing the process of hiring a new coach would amount to pressing the panic button and doing the wrong thing.
“We wont say we have to name a coach today simply because Algeria has named one. We are going to stick to our plans of vetting the applications before us

''PRESIDENT BUHARI AGREES TO FUND JONATHAN GOVT’S JOB INITIATIVE - YOUWIN''

The Federal Government is to consult with beneficiaries and other concerned parties on the restructuring and refocusing of the multi-billion Naira Youth Enterprise with Innovation in Nigeria (YouWin) programme, with the objective of injecting new ideas for its sustainability, the finance ministry has said.
The programme, initiated by the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan in 2011 as part of the government’s job creation

''Tompolo Seeks Meeting With Buhari'

Former Commander of the Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta, MEND, Chief Government Ekpemupolo, alias Tompolo, has expressed his desire to meet with President Muhammadu Buhari on the Niger Delta crisis so as to tell him “my side of the numerous stories you have been inundated about me.”
Tompolo, in an open letter to the President, revealed himself as the Chief Priest of Egbesu Shrine, which is the traditional worship centre of the Gbaramatu people, lamenting that the military had not returned his symbol of authority removed from the traditional temple about a month ago.
The ex-militant leader hinted that it was in the interest

FG FORMALLY BANS POST-UTME

• Threatens sanction against heads of erring institutions
The Federal Government, throught the Ministry of Education, has scrapped Post-Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (Post-UTME).
A statement issued and signed by Deputy Director of Press and Public Relations in the ministry, Mr Ben Goong quoted the Minister of Education, Mallam Adamu Adamu as saying that the ban was with immediate effect.
“Under no circumstance should any institution violate the

Buratai; The Dubai Landlord And His Magic Of 'Personal Savings' By Emmanuel Uchenna Ugwu

Nigerians React To Buratai Multi-Million Mansion in Dubai,

Thanks to a recent revelation that exposed the two mansions he procured in Dubai while serving as the Director of Procurement at the Defense Headquarters, the character of Lt. General Tukur Yusuf Buratai, the present Chief of Army Staff of Nigeria, has become fuller and rounder.

Before now, Buratai was a single story persona. He was definitively profiled as the civilian-hating author of the massacre and mass burial of 347 Shiites in Zaria. Now he has revealed that he is more than a waster of blood: He is also an extraordinary saver of treasure!
By way of defense, Buratai chalked up his

''Akinyemi blasts SGF for calling National Conference delegates boys''

Former Minister of External Affairs and Vice Chairman of the 2014 National Conference, Professor Bolaji Akinyemi, has criticised the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, for referring to delegates at the conference as boys.
Akinyemi also faulted the claim by the SGF in an interview published on

BREAKING News - Court Nulifies The Election of Abia governor Okezie Ikpeazu Over Fake Tax Clearance

Ade Adesomoju, Abuja

A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Governor of Abia State, Okezie Ikpeazu, to vacate office immediately for submitting false information to his party, the Peoples Democratic Party, for the party’s governorship primary in December 2014.
Justice Okon Abang in a judgment on Monday ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission to immediately issue a certificate of return to the plaintiff, Uche Ogah, who polled the second highest number of votes in the primary.

''Stock Exchange lists 110m FGN bonds''

THE Nigerian Stock Ex­change (NSE) last week list­ed 110 million units of the Federal Government (FGN) bonds just as a total of 9,439 units of the sovereign bonds valued at N10.429 million were traded in seven deals.
A breakdown of the listed instrument shows 20 mil­lion units of the 15.54 per cent bonds due in Febru­ary 2020, 40 million units of the 12.50 per cent bonds due in January 2026

''Sanusi Lamido The Emir of Kano Condemns Domestic Violence''

 

Emir of Kano, Lamido Muhammad Sanusi II is speaking out against domestic violence.

The 54- year -old took to his social media pages to share an inspirational message regarding the

''Family seeks justice for Chibuike Edu tortured to death by police''

By : Ihuoma Chiedozie, Enugu

 

To members of his immediate family, Chibuike Edu’s death is like a nightmare that they have not been able to wake up from.

The family is still trying to understand how the 22-year-old ended up in the cell of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad in Enugu, where he was tortured only to die just 10 minutes after he was rushed to the Enugu State University Teaching Hospital, Parklane, Enugu, on May 18, 2016.

 To compound the family’s anguish, Chibuike’s

''NASS tells Buhari - Eat Your Food Alone''

Members of the National Assembly, NASS, have rejected a dinner offered them by President Muhammadu Buhari. The reason they gave is understandable.
President Buhari, being a Muslim, is presently observing the Muslim Ramadan fast.

Senator Bruce’s companies Shuts BY AMCON over debt

The Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria on Thursday morning sealed the Abuja premises of Silverbird Galleria belonging to Senator Ben Murray Bruce.
The galleria currently houses the Abuja studio of the Radio and Television stations of the senator as well as his other

''Naira Gains 284/dollar at Official Market''

 

Naira gained on the second day of trading at the new interbank market as it closed at 284.83 against the United States dollar on the back of further intervention from the Central Bank of Nigeria.

The local currency had on Monday plunged to 288.8 to the greenback compared to a peg of 197 to 199, which the CBN had maintained in the 16 months to June 20 before allowing the naira to float freely.

The central bank intervened on Tuesday to sell dollars at the

Iyabo Ojo Says - “It takes Endurance, Courage, Patience & Humility to Make a Marriage Work”

In a recent interview, Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, expressed her views on issues pertaining to celebrity marriages.

The mother of two said:

“I don’t believe celebrities can’t keep their marriage,”she said, adding that failed celebrity marriages may be attributed to the wrong choice of a marriage mate. “If you pick the wrong partner, you’ll definitely fall out of it ''It takes a man who’s got endurance and courage to marry an actress. It takes a lady who’s got patience and humility to marry an

'' President Buhari To Niger Delta separatists - 2 million People died During Biafra war''

Those currently agitating for Biafra never witnessed the civil war which led to 2 million deaths, President Muhammadu Buhari said on Tuesday night.
He was speaking at the breaking of fast (iftar) with his cabinet at the presidential banquet hall, Aso Rock Villa, referring to the activities of the Niger Delta Avengers (NDA) and the‎ ‎Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (‎IPOB)‎.
‎”We need a lot of

''What Cardinal Okogie told Bola Tinubu about President Buhari''

On Thursday, Anthony Cardinal Olubunmi  Okogie, celebrated his 80th birthday with a Holy Mass at the Holy Cross Cathedral, Lagos, and reception at the St. Gregory’s College, Obalende, Lagos. In an interview later, the retired Catholic Archbishop of Lagos reflected on his four years in retirement after attaining the mandatory age of 75. This year also marks his 50th priestly ordination anniversary. He recalled that a large chunk of his years as the Archbishop of Lagos was devoted to speaking out against injustice and oppression of the downtrodden by those in positions of authority. 

“Though a clergy, I have always believed that it is the right of every citizen to aspire to

''Cute Father Tattoos Son’s Scar on His Head to Boost His Child’s Self-Esteem''

This Cute dad has just shown the world just how much he cares about his son by doing something exraordinary.
He deliberately got a similar tattoo of his son’s scar which the little boy got from a surgery he had

''Resident Doctors Begin Nation Wide Strike Over Unpaid Salaries''

The National Association of Resident Doctors in federal teaching hospitals have commenced an indefinite strike over the non payment 10 months salaries of some of its members.
The President of the ARD, Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital Complex, Ile Ife, Dr. Wole Ayegbusi, who said this while speaking with journalists in Osogbo  stated that the strike started on

GBA To Bukom Banku - Skin Bleaching Could Mean A Pre-mature End to Your Career.

 

Ghana Boxing Authority has revealed that the decision of Braimah Kamoko, popularly known as Bukom Banku, to resort to skin bleaching could mean a pre-mature end to his career.

The cruiser weight boxer has over the past couple of weeks posted a number photos of himself on the internet with his “newly acquired skin colour” and has defended the mutation claiming that it was inspired by his wife.
President of the Ghana Boxing Authority Peter Zwennes believes the boxer’s actions have pu

''For Women Only - Foods That Make Your Butt Bigger Naturally''

Different folks…different strokes and I believe everyone should understand that. While there are girls and women outside looking to get the flat shape, there are others who want the curves and significant bumps in the “right places”.

  A Lady recently asked, “are there foods that can make you have a bigger butt?” I’ve got that question more than once before. This post you are reading is borne out of that question. Let me inform you before I proceed that I am not a woman, but with my knowledge when it comes to food and how they work coupled with my consultations with women in the field (including dietician and fitness trainers), I was

''Yobe State Government Boosts Access To Healthcare''

 
The Yobe State Government in Nigeria’s northeast is looking to boost access to healthcare with the provision of a 200-bed ultra-modern hospital in Damaturu the capital city.  

The project is at its completion stage, with installation of new equipment and it will be put to use in August, according to the State Governor, Ibrahim Gaidam.
Governor Gaidam, who was on an inspection tour visited the hospital to

The Wall Street Journal - President Buhari Is Nigeria’s Problem, Not Its Solution

Nigerian President Buhari writes of building an economic bridge to Nigeria’s future (“The Three Changes Nigeria Needs,” op-ed, June 14).
It’s hard to see how his administration’s inflexibility, lack of vision and reactive approach will achieve this.
Mr. Buhari notes that building trust is a priority for Nigeria. But an anticorruption drive that is

''Sex Scandal in the House Of Representatives''

 

The three members of the House of Representatives alleged to have committed sexual misconduct in the United States are to appear before the House Committee on Ethics and Privileges to state their case, findings by Saturday PUNCH have revealed.

The accused lawmakers are the Deputy Chairman, House Committee on

''Anna Banner Officially Breaks Up With Popular Artist Flavour''

In an exclusive interview with one of our popular bloggers, Stella Dimokokorkus, the 2013 Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria, Anna Ebiere Banner, has broken her silence on relationship with baby daddy and singer, Flavour Nabania, her decision to be break free and many more.

Below are excerpts from the chat;

You posted a meme suggesting that your relationship with the father of your child is troubled. Wanna talk about it?

First of all, Flavour and I are no longer

''Kim Kardashian Poses naked on GQ Magazine Cover''

Her very first GQ cover! Kim Kardashian West is the cover Star for GQ's tenth anniversary - Love, Sex and Madness Issue. In her interview for the Magazine, she talks about,
'the special way she drives Kanye crazy, making her life her business & More...

''Michelle Attoh, Joselyn Dumas and Others to Present Awards at Golden Movie Awards Africa''

One of Africa’s biggest award schemes,Golden Movie Awards Africa, comes off at the Kempinski Gold Coast Hotel on the 25th of June, 2016.
The primary objective of this awards is to project the narrative of Africa through film. This year’s awards gets bigger and better as most movie producers and directors on the continent will grace the occasion.
A night of glitz and glamour wouldn’t be

''Mad Woman Welcomes Baby on the Road in Broad Daylight''

A Mad pregnant woman has shocked many observers after she went into labour in broad daylight and gave birth on the road, in Calabar.
On Saturday, the yet-to-be identified pregnant woman went into labour at about 3:50pm along Marian Road, one the busiest outlets in Calabar, the Cross River State capital.
According to an eyewitness, Umoh, who was at a shop around the scene of the

''Donald Trump - If Elected President,I Will suspend immigration from Nigeria''

“If elected President, I will suspend immigration from areas of the world where there is a proven history of terrorism against the United States, Europe or our allies, until we fully understand how to end these threats,” Trump said in New Hampshire.
“We cannot continue to allow thousands upon thousands of people to pour into

''Orlando Gay NightClub Mass Shooting''

The shooting at an Orlando nightclub that claimed 49 lives is the worst mass shooting in U.S. history.
It was an an act of domestic terrorism that ranks as the worst mass shooting in U.S. history.
At least 49 people were killed and 53 others wounded after a gunman opened fire in a popular Orlando, Fla., nightclub early Sunday morning.
The gunman was identified as

''65 Year Old Man Turns 11 Year Old Girl into Sex Slave in Ibadan''

The populace of Ibadan has been left in shock at the Oyo State Police command, Eleyele Ibadan as a 65-year old man, Akinlolu Ogunlade, claimed that pressures from  an 11-year-old girl made him to keep her as sex slave for four days, Vanguard reports.
According to Ogunlade, he said he had rejected many invitations from the young girl before he finally

''On Stephen Keshi & Shuaibu Amodu Death'' - Our coaches deserve better treatment –Yusuf

 
Nation’s sports ad­ministrators have been told to put in place a deliber­ate policy that would see coaches getting their en­titlements as at when due.
The plea is coming from a former Nigeria Foot­ball Association Secretary General, Tijani Yusuf who spoke to Daily Sunsports on the death of

"National Association of Resident Doctors Suspends Planned Strike"

 

The National Association of Resident Doctors of Nigeria (NARD) has suspended the planned strike scheduled to begin this week after a meeting with the speaker of the house of representatives, Yakubu Dogara.

NARD reportedly suspended the strike after Dogara urged them to consider shifting the industrial action for one week to give room for their demands to be

"Nigerian Soldiers Shot Defenceless Biafra Protesters And Loaded Their Corpses Into Vans"

Amnesty International says an on-the-ground investigation has confirmed that the Nigeria army shot many unarmed people during last month’s planned pro-Biafran commemoration events in Onitsha, Anambra state. According to the human rights watchdog, evidence gathered from eyewitnesses, morgues and hospitals confirmed that between 29-30 May 2016, the Nigerian military opened fire on members of the Indigenous people of Biafra (IPOB), supporters and bystanders at three locations in the town.
Amnesty International says

“Dating My Abuser” Stella Damasus’ Inspiring New Post for Women in Abusive Relationships"

Popular Nigerian actress Stella Damasus is out with an inspiring new post on her website which she titled “Dating My Abuser”.
Narrating her story, she shared some important experiences that may actually save or help someone who is probably going through the same thing she went through then.
Read the inspiring post below…
”A few days ago I was reminded that it was okay to be

''Ex.Nigeria President Obasanjo tells parents - Don’t abandon challenged children''

 

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has urged parents to learn to accept their children notwithstanding their challenges, saying no child is ‘unteachable.’

The Almighty, according to Obasanjo, never created any being that is of no importance to

''How To Become a Digital Influencer''

Today, many superstar bloggers are making six-figure salaries and running their own companies. Armed with only a camera, a laptop and a few strategic props, they have managed to intrigue millions of followers and sign contracts with some of the largest brands in the world. Moreover, growing your audience on social media and improving your blog readership is no longer limited to bloggers

''Nigeria Government Commences Recruitment Of 500,000 Unemployed Graduates For Teaching Jobs Nationwide''

 

In what is the first roll-out of its N500b social investment programmes, the Buhari presidency will start taking applications online for positions in the 500,000 direct teacher jobs scheme, through an internet portal named npower.gov.ng.

While the portal would be live on Saturday June 11, applications are expected to start coming in

''Biafra Day Massacre - Governor Obiano Visits Nkpor, Pledges To Offset Hospital Bills Of IPOB Members''

 
ANAMBRA State Gover­nor, Willie Obiano has pledged to offset hospital bills of some Biafra agi­tators who were injured during the celebration of the 49th anniversary of the declaration of Biafra.
The governor also called for calm over the crisis rocking Nkpor

HORROR - '' A Christian Young Carpenter Stabbed By MuslIm Youth For Eating During Ramadam Fasting At Kaduna''

The Kaduna State government has condemned Tuesday’s attack on a citizen in Kakuri, which it believes was religiously motivated.

The victim, Francis Emmanuel, is currently recuperating in St. Gerald’s Hospital. He was visited by Governor Malam Nasir El-Rufai and Deputy Governor Barnabas Yusuf Bala, who assured Mr. Emmanuel that the government would not allow criminals to use religion as a

''Six Benefits of Drinking Coconut Water''

Refreshing, low in calories and cholesterol free, coconut water contains easily digestible carbohydrates, fatty acids and electrolytes, has high hydrating properties like water, and offers a tasty and healthier alternative to fizzy drinks.
Find 6 of the several ways this tasty natural drink benefits your health below.
1. Contains a variety of essential nutrients. Coconut water is rich in calcium, potassium, iron, zinc, phosphorus, magnesium, sodium, B-complex

''Hillary Clinton emerges first female U.S. presidential flagbearer under Democratic Party''

Hillary Rodham Clinton, daughter of a naval officer turned textile salesman and a maid turned clerk typist, is on track to becoming the first female president of the United States of America.
With 2,497 delegates as of 11:00pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on Tuesday, Mrs. Clinton had convincingly clinched enough votes to become the nominee of the Democratic Party. Her opponent, Bernie Sanders, trails behind with

''NFF mourns Nigeria legend, Stephen Keshi ; Wednesday June 8, 2016''

The Nigeria Football Federation has expressed deep shock at the death, in the early hours of Wednesday, of former Super Eagles Captain and Coach, Stephen Okechukwu Keshi.

Family sources said the 54 –year old, who buried his wife Kate only five months ago, had complained of irregular heartbeats and pain in his

''Development partners provide N19.8bn grant for Girl-Child Education in North-West''

 

Development partners under the platform of Global Partnership for Education (GEP), have provided 100 million dollars (N19.8bn) grant for girl-child education in five North-West states.

Mr Olatunde Adekola, Task Team Leader, GPE/NIPEP, made this known at the inauguration of the Nigerian Partnership for Education Project (NIPEP) on Monday in Abuja.

He listed the benefitting states as

NACA - ''HIV Prevalence Rate Below 2% In Nigeria''

 

The National Agency for the Control of Aids (NACA) says Nigeria has done well with funds it received from the World Bank Assisted Project towards the elimination of the HIV/AIDS virus which presently stands at below 2% prevalence rate.

The Director, Partnerships Coordination of NACA, Emmanuel Alhassan, gave the statistics in Calabar, the Cross River State capital, at a HIV Programme Development Project retreat (HPDP 11) held by staff of NACA.
NACA staff from various departments and units gathered to look at the work plan that it has with the World Bank Assisted Project towards ensuring that it meets the project development objectives within the timeline it has.
And with just about eight months to the end of the timeline, appraisal on how the funds were

Ramadan - Ambode, Obasa Seek Tolerance Among Nigerians

Sesan Olufowobi

 

The Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, and the state House of Assembly Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, have called on Muslims in the country to see Ramadan as a period to be steadfast and prayerful, as well as a time to promote tolerance and peaceful co-existence.

The governor and the Speaker made the calls in their respective Ramadan messages to the people of the state and Nigerians in general.

Ambode, in a statement on Monday by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Habib Aruna, said the commencement of Ramadan should be

''Nosebleeds in Children: Causes & What to Do''

By : Dr Mrs Eyinade Eweje
Though a nosebleed, also called epistaxis, may get you very worried and racing off to your child’s doctor immediately, it is often harmless and can be treated at home. Your child may experience it while asleep, resting or at play, and usually, nose injuries from rough play, aggressive nose-picking, blowing, scratching or rubbing are common causes.
In other cases, nasal allergies, a sinus or bacterial infection or terrible cold may cause severe

''Hanging Out With Google Hangout''

Stories by Olabisi Olaleye

Just like other apps trending online, google hangout is becoming a more popular term among digital natives across the globe including Nigeria. Although in Nigeria, it is often used by celebrities and very important personalities, like a former governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babatunde Fashola, who used it a couple of years ago.
Hanging out on Google also helps individuals to

''Baby Girl Born with Tongue Twice the Size of Her Mouth Finally Learns How to Laugh After Surgery''

This is so inspiring! A baby born with a tongue twice the size of her mouth can now successfully smile and laugh after a successful tongue reduction surgery.
Reports state that the little baby, Layla King, from St Louis in Missouri, USA, was first discovered to have a rare condition known as

BREAKING NEWS : Muhammad Ali dies at 74

 

Heavyweight boxing legend Muhammad Ali, an icon of the 20th Century whose fame transcended the sport during a remarkable career that spanned three decades, died Friday, his family said.

The beloved 74-year-old sports hero, who had been battling Parkinson’s disease for decades, passed away in a hospital in Phoenix, Arizona, where he had been

CCT Trial: ''Saraki’s Lawyer’s ill Health Stalls Appeal''

 
The hearing of the appeal of the Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, at the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) at the Abuja Federal Court of Appeal has been stalled on Thursday.The court was unable to sit on the matter as a result of the ill health of Dr. Saraki’s counsel, Mr Kanu Agabi.
The trial was on wednesday stalled due to the

Fifa ranking: ''Super Eagles Of Nigeria climb six spots''

By Judith Nwabia

Nigeria has climbed six spots upwards to hit 61st place in the Fifa rankings released yesterday, though 12th ranked in Africa.
Super Eagles have been up and down in the rankings having ranked 66th in January, 63rd in February, 62nd in March and 67th in April.
The Eagles were unmoved in

President Buhari Cancels Trip To Ogoniland Over "Assassination Threats"

 

President Muhammadu Buhari scheduled one-day trip to Ogoniland, Rivers state Senegal for the flag off of Niger Delta clean up has been canceled. 

A Presidential source told

Ex President Goodluck Jonathan Returned to Nigeria

Former President Goodluck Jonathan on Wednesday returned to Nigeria after a month’s trip to the United Kingdom and Côte d’Ivoire.

It was gathered that the former President arrived at the Port Harcourt International Airport on Wednesday before heading for his country home in Otuoke, Bayelsa State.
It was gathered that Jonathan arrived at

''7 Reasons You May Be Experiencing Pain During S*xual Intercourse''

Some women experience pain or discomfort in the vaginal, pelvic or labial areas during or immediately after intercourse. This may lead to a sort of phobia and subsequently create problems in their sexual relationship with their spouse.
Find common reasons that may be responsible…
1. Insufficient lubrication. Some women experience a drop in their oestrogen levels after childbirth

''Nigeria Super Eagles crushed Luxembourg''

The Super Eagles of Nigeria last night consolidated on their march to redemption, as they humbled Luxembourg on their soil winning 3-1 in the team’s second international friendly in five days.
A goal in the first half left the Eagles led by Ogenyi Onazi taking charge of the situation. According to reports monitored on livescore.com, Nigeria’s first goal came through

l was ‘blocked’ from meeting President Buhari and that would not make my mouth sealed - Ben Bruce

The senator representing Bayelsa East Senatorial District, Ben Murray-Bruce, was ruffled by presidential security detail during a dinner with the president Monday night because he breached “elementary protocol”, his colleagues present at the event said.
An infuriated Mr. Murray-Bruce had shortly after the feast taken to his Twitter page to protest the way he was treated, suggesting that the action was meted out to him because of his criticism of Mr. Buhari’s policies.
“I was at the Presidential Villa today. Went to the President’s table. DSS wouldn’t allow me

''Biafra Anniversary Celebration Turned Bloodly yesterday''

(By Jeff Amaechi Agbodo, ONITSHA)

The Indigenous of Biafra (IPOB) worldwide under leadership of Mr. Nnamdi Kanu yesterday said that the total number of members killed during the Biafra anniversary were 53, those with bullets wounds 207 and those arrested 403.
The group also alleged that Hausa/Fulani terrorists group who were not on uniforms attacked its members with the army, Navy and police who killed

Anyone against my appointment is ignorant – Wole Soyinka

                  
Lagos State Governor Ambode launches activities to mark Lagos @50 celebration,In a Remark;
NOBEL Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka said those kicked against his appointment as co-chair of Lagos at 50 Committee were only exhibiting ignorance.
Soyinka said this last Friday during the official launch of the one-year-long activities to mark the 50th anniversary celebration of the state.
While stating that he would not

I remained Divorced And Not Part Of Christ Embassy Again

                           

Pastor Chris Oyakhilome's divorced wife, Anita has denied social media reports that she has reconciled with her estranged husband. Pastor Anita filed for divorce in February, 2016 citing her husband’s “unreasonable behaviour” and inappropriate relationships with members of staff, an euphemism for “adultery”.

Read the statement she released via her website stating her decision to dissolve her marriage with Pastor Chris Oyakhilome was final

'Effective Birth Control Method For New Mum'

For family planning purposes or in a bid to prevent unwanted pregnancies, there are variety of options provided . Talking to your gynaecologist for professional advice comes top on our list but if you are still in doubt, see what these mums have to say about their own options…
Nnenna Uche (31)
I’ve got four kids, though I initially planned to stop at two. The natural type of birth control that I adopted didn’t work for me. I got pregnant

Niger Delta Militants Attack Agip Oil Company Early Hour Today

By Emma Amaize, Sam Oyadongha, Egufe Yafugborhi, Akpokona Omafuaire and Brisibe Perez
*As soldiers lay siege to Oporoza
YENAGOA- THE strike teams of Niger Delta Avengers, NDA, in the early hours of today,Saturday, struck in Bayelsa State, blowing up trunk line belonging to the Nigerian Agip Oil Company, NAOC and Shell Petroleum Development Company, SPDC
The group, which claimed responsibility for the explosions in a tweet, said: “At About 2.15am on Saturday the @NDAvengers blow up Nembe 1, 2 and 3 Brass to Bonny Trunk Line belonging to Agip and Shell.”
Meanwhile, soldiers invaded Oporoza, the traditional

Stella Odua Appointed As ECOWAS Female Parliamentarians.

Senator representing Anambra North Senatorial District, Mrs Stella Oduah, has on May 26, emerged the president of the Economic Community of West African State, ECOWAS Female Parliamentarians.
Oduah, announcing on twitter, said she was delighted to have been chosen for the position, and spelt out her agenda for the new position.
She said she will channel her energy towards improving the quality of life for women, primarily.
She went on to say while in office, she would also advocate for laws that would empower women, especially those in rural areas.
Oduah also said she will work towards increasing women participation in politics.
The Anambra-born senator recently charged the Independent Electoral Commission to consider creating avenues for independent candidates in election, as it reviews the electoral act.
In the interview she had with News Agency of Nigeria, NAN, she said “I have been proposing a bill and I think I would continue to push it: that bill is called Independent Candidate Bill.
“I believe, people should have a choice; if our constitution guarantees us that choice, then the Electoral Act itself should address that and allow us the option.
“You do not have to belong to a political party, it should be a choice to belong or not to belong. And so, the issue of Godfather and Godmothers would disappear. I am really hopeful that that will happen so that people will get the best.’

Manchester United Officially unveil Jose Mourinho As Club New Coach

Jose Mourinho has being appointed to take charge as manager of Manchester United on a three-year deal.
United confirmed Mourinho’s appointment in a statement released at 9.30am, with executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward saying: “Jose is quite simply the best manager in the game today.
“He has won trophies and inspired players in countries across Europe and, of course, he knows the Premier League very well, having won three titles here.
“I’d like to take this opportunity to welcome him to Manchester United. His track record of success is ideal to take the Club forward.”
Mourinho, who has the option for a further year on his deal, said: “To become Manchester United manager is a

How i was Sexually Abused and Pregnanted in Primary Six - Nollywood Actress Rita Edochie

ln a recent interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Wednesday at Abuja, popular Nollywood actress, Mrs Rita Edochie, who was in the FCT as a guest at a seminar to end violence against children, disclosed that she was a victim of sexual abuse many years ago and called on parents to regularly communicate with their children.

The veteran actress who told our source that she was sexually violated at

Explosive - Bokoharam Strikes Near Maiduguri

At least six civilians were killed when Boko Haram militant attacked a village near Maiduguri last night, vigilantes and resident said.

Boko Haram insurgents stormed a village of Ladi Butai in Jere LGA of area Borno State,  opened fire on villagers

Health Alert! ‘Tomato Ebola’ Hits Nigeria

                                               
The Federal Government has advised farmers to use their management skills to help curb the spread of Tuta absoluta, popularly known as ‘Tomato Ebola’, which has spread to six states in the country.
According to Punch, the Federal Government on Tuesday revealed the cause of tomato scarcity in the country as it said some pests that spread the plant disease are

Top Discipline: Things Parents Should Do to Their Children to Stay Calm

Children are quite a handful. As a parent who constantly has to guide them and curb their excesses, it’s easy to get worked up and lose your cool. However, doing that is always counterproductive. Find top things you should do to enable you always stay cool, calm and collected when your kids push your buttons…
Manage Stress
Juggling a lot of responsibilities with parenting takes its toll on your health, so you must