Man narrates how he escaped from suspected ritualists in Lagos

38 year old Dennis Joseph has narrated how he was divinely saved divinely from suspected ritual attackers in Lagos recently. His story which he shared with National Mirror..
"My name is Denis Joseph. I am 38 years old. I am from Imo state, Owerri North Local Government Area. I was born in Port Harcourt. I graduated from Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu. Presently I am into the distribution of Nestle products in Lagos and other states of the Federation. Recently a customer called me from Ikorodu that he needed some products urgently and that I should come and see him for proper negotiation before the second day. At about 2pm the following day, I boarded a Siena minivan from Ojota .We were about five in the vehicle including the driver of the vehicle I asked them how much was the fares and they told me it was #200.

President Buhari Reacts To Boko Haram’s Maiduguri Attack

Nigeria’s President, Muhammadu Buhari, has condemned the latest terrorist attack on a Mosque in Maiduguri, Borno State, reiterating that his administration’s resolve to degrade the Boko Haram sect is unshakeable.He warned that his administration would not tolerate wanton and willful destruction of lives by criminal elements that are bent on anarchy.

Reacting to the latest attack, which left scores of people dead, injured and maimed, President Buhari said in a statement issued by his media team and signed by Garba Shehu that his administration meant business in its determination to tackle terrorist violence with all the resources available to his government.

The President described the terrorists as “cowardly murderers that target innocent people”.

PHOTOS: Ex-President Goodluck Jonathan Honored With a Sculpture in Bayelsa

 An ex corps member, Ezemagu Sunday Nnamdi is honoring the out-going President Goodluck Jonathan by creating a sculpture of him. Nnamdi is said to have donated N10,000 for the cause and started creating the sculpture 2weeks ago in Otuoke in Bayelsa State. He also reportedly donated N2m to Jonathan's presidential campaign.

Photos: Meet the gorgeous young wife of Emir of Daura

The Emir of Daura, the birth place of President Buhari in Katsina state, Alhaji Faruk Umar Faruk, who is over 80 years old, has a beauty as his youngest wife. Continue to see more of her...

'I owe you a debt of gratitude' - Buruji Kashamu writes to the media, judiciary

Press statement from embattled senator-elect, Buruji Kashamu. Read below...

On behalf of myself, family, associates and well-wishers, I wish to express my profound gratitude to the almighty Allah, the media, the judiciary, civil society organisations, students, professional groups and other public-spirited Nigerians home and abroad, who stood by me during the six-day siege laid to my Lagos residence by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA).

Kayode Ogundamisi calls on Buhari & Osinbajo to make their asset declaration documents public

Yesterday we learnt through a statement from the Buhari Media team that President Buhari and VP Osinbajo have declared their assets to the Code of Conduct Bureau as stipulated by the Nigerian constitution. Political activist, Kayode Ogundamisi who is a staunch supporter the new president, has called for their asset declaration documents to be made public. Are you with him on this?

Goodluck Jonathan Reacts To Buhari Inaugural Speech

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has finally shared his thoughts on the May 29 inaugural speech by President Muhammadu Buhari. The ex leader of the nation commented on the speech in Yenagoa, Bayelsa state, on May 30, 2015, Saturday....Read what he said after the break:

 

Jonathan applauded President Buhari for pledging allegiance to all in his inaugural speech, adding that he was gladdened by the posture of the president.“Buhari said that he does not belong to any clique, and I congratulate him for that statement.“It shows that we should all rally around him to work towards the development of the country and make Nigerians happy,” Jonathan said.

I Have Not Banned Anyone From Travelling- President Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari says officials of past administrations including ministers are entitled to their full rights and privileges under the constitution and must not be subjected to any undue harassment and intimidation at the airports or at other points of entry and exit.

"We have not banned anyone from travelling," said the President.

Responding to some cases of "V.I.P stoppages" at the airports as reported to him on Saturday, President Buhari directed all agencies under the government to run their affairs in full compliance with extant rules, regulations and the constitution of the country.

Photo: Meet President Buhari's ADC

                               

Meet the newly appointed Aide De Camp, ADC, to President Muhammadu Buhari. His name is Lt. Col. Muhammed Lawal Abubakar from Kano state. An ADC is a military assistant to a Senior military officer.
He oversees the security details of the President.

#BBOG to engage Buhari on abducted girls

The #BringBackOurGirls movement has said it would seek a public engagement with President-elect, Muhammadu Buhari, within one week of his inauguration, if the abducted 219 Chibok schoolgirls were not rescued by May 29, 2015.The BBOG said it had taken cognisance of Buhari’s comments on the abduction and therefore demanded sustained and effective actions for the rescue of the girls who had spent over 406 days in Boko Haram captivity.

The coalition in a statement in Abuja on Monday signed by BBOG Co-coordinators, Oby Ezekwesili and Hadiza Usman, reiterated that it is the constitutional responsibility of the Federal Government to secure all citizens.

Buhari, Osinbajo Declare Their Assets

President Muhammadu Buhari and Vice President Yemi Osinbajo have declared their assets in line with provisions of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. This was contained in a statement issued on Saturday by Buhari’s Head of Media Team, Garba Shehu. The statement said that the Code of Conduct Bureau on Friday acknowledged the submission of the two leaders’ assets declaration forms. The forms, the statement said, were submitted separately on May 28 and signed for by the organisation’s Chairman, Sam Saba.

It said: “President Buhari’s Declarant ID was given as: ‘President: 000001/2015′. “The Nigerian Constitution states in Chapter VI Section 140, that a person elected to the office of President shall not begin to perform the functions of that office until he has declared his assets and liabilities as prescribed in the Constitution.” By declaring their assets, the statement said that President Buhari and Vice President Osinbajo may have not only fulfilled the requirements of the Nigerian Constitution, but also fulfilled the first of their many campaign promises. It noted that while seeking election into the highest office in the land, the President had promised Nigerians that he would publicly declare his assets as soon as he took over government.

Amaechi To Host President Buhari At New Nigeria Concert

Rivers State former governor, Rotimi Amaechi, has organised a concert in honour of President Muhammadu Buhari.The concert tagged #NewNigeriaConcert is slated for today, Saturday May 30, 2015, in Abuja.Amachi, who decamped from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress after a dispute with the party, once said he would have fled the country if Muhammadu Buhari did not win the presidential election...See photo after the break....

Catholic Priest makes special request to Buhari

Monsignor Francis Ogunmodede, Episcopal Vicar/Dean, Lekki Region of the Catholic Arch. Diocese of Lagos has advised President Mohammadu Buhari to choose the right people into his cabinet to reduce corruption.Ogunmodede told NAN on Saturday in Lagos that Buhari was known for integrity but may lose the fight against corruption if he made wrong appointments.

The Parish priest of St. Philips and James, Lekki, also advised Buhari and his party, the All Progressives Congress (APC) not to relax in the pursuit of their vision for change.

I will only wear Aba-made clothes during my tenure – Governor Ikpeazu

The newly sworn in governor of Abia State, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu, has said he will only wear made in Aba dresses all through his tenure.Ikpeazu, made this disclosure at the Umuahia township Stadium while delivering his acceptance speech.He said his decision was to patronise and promote made- in- Aba products, which when given the right exposure by the government, could compete favourably in the global market.He pledged to turn the fortunes of Aba, the commercial nerve centre of the State around, adding that he will equip at least two hospitals in every local government area within his first 100 days in office.

History makers Arsenal down Villa to retain FA Cup

Arsenal retained the FA Cup in majestic style as their 4-0 demolition of Aston Villa in Saturday’s final made history for the Gunners and their manager Arsene Wenger.Wenger’s side swept Villa aside with a swashbuckling display sparked by Theo Walcott’s first half opener and illuminated by a sublime strike from Alexis Sanchez to double their lead after the interval.

Per Mertesacker and substitute Olivier Giroud also got on the scoresheet for the rampant north Londoners to seal Arsenal’s second trophy in 12 months with the biggest margin of victory in an FA Cup final since 1994.

It was a suitably memorable performance on a historic day which saw Wenger become the first manager in the post-War period to win the competition six times, a tally matched by only George Ramsey, who won the last of his with Villa in 1920.

Abia,T.A Orji Refuses To Vacate Govt House For New Governor

Evil wind seems to have started blowing again in Abia state, unlike other ex governors that immediately left government house after the INAUGURATION, T. A Orji has refused to move out.After the INAUGURATION yesterday and the camouflage reception of some people under the umbrella of IBEKU PEOPLE, T. A Orji retired back to government house. Mean while, Gov. Okezie Ikpeazu retired back to

his village and as we speak he is operating from there and May operate from there for a longer time.

Another issue boiling right now is the appointment of Gov. Okezie Ikpeazu ‘s chief of staff, both ex Gov and current Gov have different person in mind though both persons are from Umuahia.

AFN hopes that Abia state will not be lagging behind because other state Governor has already appointed key officers like SSG and Chief of Staff to the Governor.

Remember, some weeks back we notified Abians concerning this appointment tussle.

Source : AFN

Desmond Elliot reveals he's being sexually harassed by same man harassing Yul Edochie

Actor turned politician Desmond Elliot took to his twitter account today to reveal he's being sexually harassed by a gay man named Steve. This is the same person who has been accused of harassment by a few actors including Yul Edochie. What Desmond wrote after the break...

 

Okay a subject matter at hand. In the last 7 months or so, I have been constantly harassed by a man named Steve I have asked him politely, harassed him, spoken to him cursed him out just for him to desist from his sexual advances toward me but all to no avail..

Football - Sepp Blatter wins election to remain FIFA president

            

                                          Sepp Blatter at the FIFA Election

Blatter's victory came despite demands that he quit in the face of a major bribery scandal being investigated by U.S., Swiss and other law enforcement agencies that plunged the world soccer body into the worst crisis in its 111-year history.

Neither Blatter nor Jordanian challenger Prince Ali bin Al Hussein got the necessary two thirds of the vote in the first round, with Blatter on 133 and Prince Ali on 73. Prince Ali later conceded.
In a victory speech, Blatter declared: "Let's go FIFA, let's go FIFA," to a standing ovation.

“I Was Worried I Would Be Booed,” Jonathan Admits As He Returns Home

                                                       President goodluck Jonathan in Lagos

Journalists were on the scene as former President Goodluck Jonathan arrived in Yenagoa, the capital city of his home State of Bayelsa.
The former president publically announced that he wished to settle in his hometown Otuoke in Bayelsa State a few days ago.

Nigeria's new First Lady with her daughters (photo)

New First lady Mrs Buhari with her daughters and step daughters. Beautiful ladies...

GEJ and wife arrive Bayelsa (photos)

The former president and his wife made a brief stop at Yenogoa, the Bayelsa state capital on his way to Otuoke. More photos after the cut...

Photos: President Buhari hosts visiting world leaders to lunch in Aso Rock

President Buhari is about now hosting visiting world leaders to lunch at Aso Villa. More pics after the cut..

 

Uche Jombo Welcomes Son, Names Him Mathew

The actress and her American hubby, Mr. Rodriguez have welcomed a baby boy. The bundle of joy came yesterday, 28^th of May and he has been named Mathew. We say big congrats to the couple.

Court Stops Proposed Increment In Electricity Tariffs

A Federal High Court in Lagos has stopped the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) from increasing its tariff which it had proposed would start on Monday, 1^st of June.

A Lagos-based lawyer after NERC proposed the increment had dragged them to court insisting it will cause more hardship for Nigerians and there was absolutely no need for electricity tariff to be increased at this period.

It will be recalled that, the Chairman of NERC, Dr. Sam Amadi, had at a recent press conference in Abuja, disclosed the plan by the commission to implement an upward review of electricity tariff payable by Nigerians.

El-Rufai’s Inauguration Ends Abruptly As Youths Pelt Dignitaries With Stones, Others

The inauguration of Gov. Nasir El-Rufa’i of Kaduna State ended abruptly on Friday.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that El-Rufai could not review the parade mounted by the police as some youths pelted dignitaries with water sachets, stones and other objects in the pavilion.

This prompted security agents to fire tear gas into the crowd at the Murtala Square, Kaduna.

Fashola exits his office on his last day as Governor of Lagos(Photos)

The amiable governor of Lagos State,Babatunde Raji Fashola(SAN) is finally bowing out of office after 8 years of serving Lagosians..There is an outpour of love on Social media as Lagosians shower him with accolades..The Hashtag #ThankyouBRF is trending ..

These photos show his last day in office as captured by his official photographer,Lukesh!...see photos after the break:

Inaugural Speech: I Belong To Nobody, I Will End Boko Haram & Rescue Chibok Girls

The newly sworn-in president of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari has WARNED again that he belongs to nobody but EVERYBODY. The president said this during his inaugural speech at the Eagle Square after he was sworn in. I am immensely grateful to God, today marks a triumph for Nigeria, he said.

He also hailed the outgoing president, Goodluck Jonathan and acknowledged the social media for making his efforts come through. Continue...

Photos: Akinwunmi Ambode Sworn-In As New Governor Of Lagos State

He just took the oath of office. We pray God guides him! See another pic below...

Buhari Sworn-In As President Of The Federal Republic Of Nigeria

Nigeria now has a new president! Muhammadu Buhari has just been sworn-in as Nigeria’s new president.

He has however carried out his first presidential assignment by releasing birds and balloons to signal a new beginning for Nigeria after former president Goodluck Jonathan handed over the instruments of office to him. We say big congrats to him and ofcus to all Nigerians.

Photos: Here’s Where President Jonathan Will Be Retiring To

Here’s the outgoing president’s estate in Otuoke, Bayelsa State where it is believed he will be returning to today.

Already, labourers were seen yesterday putting finishing touches to the estate while road blocks where mounted in the area and people were not allowed to walk freely around the estate for security reasons. See two more photos after the cut...

Inauguration: Check Out One Of The Recharge Cards Been Distributed To Guests

If you were at Eagle Square in Abuja right now, you would have gotten one of this. The recharge cards were donated by Jach-Rich Tein Jr.

Court Refuses Application To Stop Wike’s Swearing In

A Federal High Court in Lagos on Wednesday refused an ex parte application to stop the Chief Judge of Bayelsa State, Justice Kate Abiru, from swearing in the Rivers State Governor-elect, Chief Nyesom Wike, on May 29, 2015.

Justice Ibrahim Buba, while turning down the application, said granting such would amount to “adding insult upon the injury” of the people of Rivers State, who currently “have no judiciary.” The judge held that though the applicants had a meritorious cause of action because the issues bordered on the sanctity of the constitution, granting their ex parte application may occasion a state of anarchy in Rivers State. “I am of the firm view that no court should make the order ex parte to further compound the problems in Rivers State,” Buba held.

Full text of GEJ's remarks at the presentation of Handing-over notes to Buhari

Read full text below... 

1. I welcome you all to this occasion of the formal presentation of the Hand-over notes of my Administration to the in-coming Administration of the President-Elect, General Muhammadu Buhari.

2. This event and tomorrow’s inauguration of a new administration are truly historic as it is the first time in the history of our nation that we are witnessing the democratic and orderly transfer of power at the Federal level from one political party to another.

Photos: VP Sambo hands over Aguda house to VP-elect Osinbajo

Vice President Namadi Sambo this morning conducted Vice President-elect, Yemi Osinbajo around Aguda House, the official residence of any Nigerian Vice President. He later handed over the House to Professor Osinbajo who takes over the building from tomorrow May 29th. More picture below...

'You have earned yoursef a place in Nigeria's history' - Buhari to GEJ

                       

While receiving the handover notes from President Jonathan this morning, President-elect, Buhari said for stabilizing Nigeria's democracy, President Jonathan had earned a place in Nigeria's history...Read what he said below:

"You have earned yourself a place in Nigeria's history for stabilizing our democracy. If you wanted to make things difficult, you could have but you didn't and for that, you have won the respect of world leaders" he said

Man falls and lands on metal rod. You won't believe where the rod pierced!

This has got to be one of the worst injury you've ever. According to MTO, the man fell from his window, and landed on a metal rod. Thankfully doctors were able to remove the pole and the man survived. He is expected to make a full recovery. But you won't believe where the rod pierced. It's quite graphic.SEE PHOTO AFTER THE BREAK:

SEE IT Here

Court dismisses suit against DSTV over subscription fees increase

Justice Chukwujeku Aneke of the Federal High Court Lagos today struck out the suit filed against Multichoice Nigeria, owners of DSTV by two subscribers over the 20% increase in subscription.Justice Aneke in his ruling, said the plaintiffs who are both lawyers and subscribers of DSTV had no obligation to continue using the service of Multichoice after they increase their charges. He described their suit as abuse of court proceedings.

Photos: Eagle Square being prepared for inauguration ceremony

Work is currently ongoing at the The Eagle Square, venue of the Inauguration ceremony tomorrow May 29th. More photos after the break...

Don’t single out my administration for probe – Jonathan tells Buhari

President Goodluck Jonathan on Wednesday advised the President-elect, Muhammadu Buhari, not to restrict any probe he would want to carry out to his administration alone.

He said Buhari must extend his probe beyond his regime or else the probe will be seen as witch-hunting.

Jonathan made his position known at the valedictory session of the Federal Executive Council which he presided over at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

He also said those calling for his administration’s probe should also add that the probe should be extended to the way oil wells and fields were allocated in the past.

The President also made it clear that he has not dissolved his cabinet as all ministers are expected to attend inauguration dinner on Thursday in their official capacity.

Details later.

- Punch

Court adjourns N150billion suit filed by Tinubu against AIT

A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has adjourned the N150billion libel lawsuit former Lagos state governor, Bola Tinubu filed against TV station AIT today May 27th. Tinubu had filed the suit against AIT in March for airing a documentary titled "Lion of Bourdilion" which he alleged was aimed at tarnishing his image.

At today's hearing, counsel to AIT told the court that they had filed a counter-claim against the Tinubu, which has been served to his counsel and had not been responded to. Counsel to Bola Tinubu while responding asked for an adjournment of the case, stating that they were only served the counter-claim two days ago and will need time to respond to it. The judge granted his request and adjourned the case till June 30th.

Photos: Oyibo woman seen in the boot of a car in Lagos

                         

"Just yesterday on my way from a friends office, guess what I found? Packed in front of me was this car, loaded with people. There was no seat left and rather than wait for some other car...this white woman (Oyinbo) decided to chill at the "Boot"! At first, passersby thought the driver was a kidnapper. But "Hell No"! ~NaWatinFuelScarcityCause"

Lol. See more photos after the cut...

More Troubles For Kashamu? Family Accuses Him Of Fraudulent Purchase Of Their Land

There seems to be more trouble for embattled Ogun senator-elect, Buruji Kashamu has a family in Ogun State, the Bakare family have accused him of illegally purchasing 300 acres of land that belongs to them. The family led by Shafiudeen Bakare, stormed Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Iwe Irohin, Press Centre, Oke Ilewo, Abeokuta and explained that the family had all documents and will drag Kashamu to court over the issue.

Mapoly Student AGORO OMOKOLEOLA Shot Dead (GRAPHIC PHOTO)

A student of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta, was shot dead in broad daylight in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, southwest Nigeria, on Tuesday by people suspected to be cultists.The victim was identified as Agoro Omokoleola, whose Facebook ID is Omokoleola Cool Cash.It was gathered that the manner he was lured out of his family house and killed, suggests that the operation was carried out by suspected rival cult group...see photo after the break

We Lied to Nigerians, Sure-P Fund Does Not Exist: Gov. Aliyu Babangida

Niger State Governor, Babangida Aliyu, on Tuesday maintained that fuel subsidy is a major source of corruption in the country.

Aliyu added that funds believed to be coming from SURE-P are actually from the federation account.

The governor said this in Minna at the inauguration of a three-star hotel constructed jointly by the Niger State Development Company Limited and the State SURE-P.

He believed that a total removal of subsidy from petroleum products by the Federal Government remains the best solution to stop the endemic corruption in the system.

Jonathan ‘ends feud’ with Obasanjo

President Goodluck Jonathan seems to have improved on his relationship with former president, Olusegun Obasanjo, after sending him a rare message of commiseration on the death of his sister, Adunni Oluniola Eweje-Obasanjo. Since Obasanjo’s letter to the president went viral in December 2013, the president stopped all forms of felicitation or commiseration with the former head of state. Before then, though, Jonathan had “nothing but the greatest respect for Obasanjo” and he had said he would not probe his benefactor.

Popular Nollywood Actor Turns Beggar, Accuses Colleagues

A popular Nollywood actor, Ernest Asuzu is reportedly going through hard times at the moment and is practically begging to survive.According to Daily Independent report, he was sighted at Shoprite, Surulere, on May 24, Sunday, looking very pathetic.

 

Ernest had suffered stroke some months back and was spotted still limping.The actor, who was dressed in a Manchester United jersey, blue jean pants and bathroom slippers was said to be practically begging shoppers money to eat.

 

Photos: Pres. Jonathan receives Peace-Loving Global Citizen Award

President Jonathan yesterday May 26th received the Peace-Loving Global Citizen Award at the State House, Abuja. More photos below...

Money began to miss in Federation Account after division of Governors Forum – Amaechi

Rivers Governor, Mr Chibuike Amaechi, on Wednesday urged incoming governors not to allow anybody to divide the Nigeria Governors Forum.

Amaechi made the call at a church service to mark his 50th birthday at Corpus Christi Cathedral, Port Harcourt.

The governor said that the country began to have problems with the Federation account when the governor’s forum became divided. “May God bless all the governors. For the new ones coming in, please do not let anybody break the Nigeria Governors Forum.

FG orders airport remodelling contractors to return N17.6bn

The federal government has ordered contractors handling airport remodeling projects but failed to deliver, to return funds collected back to government coffers.Aviation minister, Chief Osita Chidoka, gave the directive on Tuesday, while presenting his scorecard as aviation minister in the last eight months.According to Chidoka, many of the contractors had nothing to show for the mobilisation funds and other contract funds they had already collected, and they must, therefore, refund the monies, adding that in some cases, the quality of job done was very poor while in other cases they were uncompleted.

 

The remodeling exercise commenced in 2011 during the tenure of Princess Stella Oduah as Aviation minister.

The outgoing minister explained that when he assumed office, a committee was set up to look at the projects that had been abandoned. He added the committee came up with a report that most of the projects were substandard, adding that aside the order for them to return the funds, most of the contractors had been asked to return to the sites and complete the projects.