Shekau's Faction Of Boko Haram Claims Credit For Maiduguri Attack

In a video obtained exclusively by Sahara Reporters through salkida.com, the Abubakar Shekau faction of the dreaded Islamist terror group, Boko Haram, recorded dozens of its fighters driving into Maiduguri, capital of Borno State, in military painted trucks with little opposition from the military.  In the first 23 minutes, the video shows the Islamist insurgents’ attack on Maiduguri, displaying uniforms, shoes, ID cards, arms and ammunition the group claimed their fighters seized from the military during the attack.

Northern Youths Declare War On Igbos In The North, Ask Them To ‘Leave’ Within Three Months

Some Northern Nigeria youth groups on Tuesday in Kaduna issued what they called a 'Kaduna Declaration' in which they declared “war” against all Igbos residing in the North, demanding they leave the area within three months.   

They also asked Northerners in the South-East to leave the area, warning that as from October 1, which happens to be Nigeria’s National Day, they will commence implementation of ‘visible actions’ to prove they are no longer part of a federal union that includes the Igbo. 

Imo CP sues for peace between herdsmen, indigenes

The Imo State Commissioner of Police, Taiwo Lakanu, on Thursday took a tour of duty to Okigwe Local Government Area of the state, where he preached peaceful co-existence between the indigenous people and Hausa/Fulani in the area. The visit, which took place at the Okigwe Area Command premises of the Nigeria Police Force was not unconnected with the recent alleged attack launched by the Hausa/Fulani herdsmen in Enugu.

Boko Haram: Finally, US ‘seeks to sell’ attack aircraft to Nigeria

Finally, the US government is hoping to sell up to 12 Super Tucano attack aircraft to Nigeria to help in the fight against Islamist militants Boko Haram, Reuters news agency reports. An anonymous source within the administration is quoted as saying that the US also wants to provide more help with intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. The sale of the

Former US presidents George W Bush Snr and Jnr will not endorse Donald Trump's candidacy for president

For the first time since his own presidency, former President George H.W. Bush Snr is planning to stay silent in the race for the Oval Office and the younger former president Bush plans to stay silent as well.
George W Bush Snr will not endorse Donald Trump's candidacy for president, his aides have told local media. This marks a first for the 91-year-old, who has endorsed Republicans in the past five elections.

3 feared dead after clash between Hausa and Igbo traders at Ariaria market

No fewer than three persons have been confirmed dead after a fight broke out between Hausa and Igbo traders at the popular Ariaria market in Aba, Abia state this afternoon. According one of the traders, trouble started after an Ibo trader cautioned an Hausa trader who urinated close to his shop.

Saraki calls for legislation to address marternal mortality on International day of the midwife

As the Inaugural Global Midwifery Conference in Nigeria rounds off in Abuja, in commemoration of the International Day of the Midwife, the Senate President, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki through the Special Assistant on New Media to President of the Senate, Bamikole Omishore , has congratulated midwives across the nation for their contributions towards the healthcare of Nigerian women and newborns.
The Senate President, who is a medical doctor by profession, stated that over the years, midwives have helped to improve the maternal healthcare options available to Nigerian women.

Bida poly suspends lecturer for raping student

THE Federal Polytechnic, Bida, has suspended a lecturer in the Department of Public Administration for allegedly raping an ND1 student in the department.
Our correspondent gathered that the lecturer was caught in the act.
The Police Public Relations Officer, Niger State Police Command, Bala Elkana, confirmed the incident, adding that the culprit would remain in police custody pending the completion of investigation.
Elkana said the victim had been receiving treatment at the school medical centre.

Ngeria Army accused sahara reporters of been Boko harm media

The Nigerian Army in a statement released on its website yesterday December 27th accused online media hub, Sahara Reporters of being the propaganda media for terrorism & Boko Haram in Nigeria. Find the military statement below… The attention of the Nigerian Army has been drawn to a publication on the website of Sahara Reporters with the caption “Nigerian Army Presents Unverified “Lt Col” To Refute Petition Against Military Hierarchy”.  It is noteworthy but sad and unfortunate that Sahara Reporters has committed itself to support for terrorism and fighting Nigeria, its people, its military and particularly the Nigerian Army.”

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N255m bulletproof cars deal illegal, panel told

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) and the Minister of Aviation, Ms. Stella Oduah, breached procurement laws in the purchase of two BMW armoured cars, the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) said yesterday.

At the commencement of the House of Representatives’ public hearing on the purchase of the cars, the agency could not provide authorisation for the deal.

The minister was not at the hearing as she was away in Israel on an official assignment.

The revelations were made by BPP in its response to the committees’s request for correspondences between it and NCAA on the procurement of the two vehicles.

Jim Iyke Back On Set Weeks After His T.B Joshua Deliverance

2shotz’s Wife Graduates From University of Galway, Dublin

2shotz says he's very proud of his wife Precious who recently bagged a degree in Bio Medical Science from the University of Galway, Dublin 2shotz's wife is now a graduate. The rapper's beau Precious Chidinma Jones Echeofu this week graduated from the University of Galway, Dublin with a degree in Bio Medical Science.

'Congrats on ur convocatin ceremony today baby…Im very proud of u… Enuff celebration today…Masters next..', 2shotz wrote on his Instagram page
on October 25, 2013.

The couple got hitched on Friday, April 12, 2013 at a court wedding held at Ikoyi Marriage Registry, Lagos attended by close friends and family.

JOHN MIKEL OBI 3rd NIGERIA FOOTBALLER

Sources say John Mikel Obi, the Chelsea midfielder is the current highest earning Nigerian footballer. He joined Chelsea in 2006 from Norwegian club Fc Lyn Oslo on a US$25 million. He is currently on US$120,000,(N20m), per week excluding bonuses, and income from participating at the UEFA Champions League.
The 25-year-old Jos born player owns mansions in Jos, Lagos and London worth about N800m. He has shares in top companies, and he recently launched a record label, MATURED MONEY MIND (MMM). He drives a Mercedes G Wagon, Black Mercedes G 500, a Range Rover Sport and a N30Million Bentley Continental. He once said, its very difficult finding a wife. Why won’t it be with all that cash…

[TOUCHING] FIFA President Sepp Blatter Pays Tribute To Yekini

Fifa President Sepp Blatter paid tribute to Nigeria’s late football hero Rashidi Yekini on Wednesday.

Yekini who scored Nigeria’s first World Cup goal, and remains the country’s all-time top scorer with 37 goals from 58 games for the senior national team, died on 4th May 2012. The former Olympiacos and Vitoria Setubal striker would have turned 50 on 23rd of October if he were alive, and Blatter tweeted a tribute in honour of the legend’s birthday.
“Rasheed Yekini would have been 50 today. His name as scorer of Nigeria’s first World Cup goal lives on,” the message on Blatter’s official twitter handle read.
Yekini was top scorer in the 1994 Africa Cup of Nations enroute to the Super Eagles winning the competition which he was also adjudged to be the Most Valuable Player.
Sleep on Yekini,you will always be remembered.

[GOOD NEWS] FG Ready To Meet ASUU Demands

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Aminu Tambuwal, Thursday declared that the Parliament was ready to amend any portion of the nation’s law to grant any request of appropriations from the Executive Arm of Government to accommodate the demands and end the lingering strike of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).
This followed the presentation of the investigative report presented by the House Committee on Education on the floor of the House.
Tambuwal advised all concerned parties in the strike to reconsider their positions in the interest of the students and the future of education in the country.
The Speaker said that the House would not hesitate to honour any requests from the Executive Arm of government to help meet the demands of the ASUU where necessary.
His Words: “Once again, we call on ASUU and the Federal Government, in this case the Executive Arm of government to please, quickly bring the matter an end. And if there is any need for further appropriations to be made or any law to be amended to meet any of these conditions, the House of Representatives is faithfully ready to expeditious address such requests. Please, we need our students back to their respective schools. I so plead.”

Ailing veteran actor Pa Kasumu gradually losing his voice and sight

Ailing veteran actor, Kayode Odumosu aka Pa Kasumu's state of health has deteriorated. Encomium magazine reports that he now has a high level of hypertension and has also developed an advanced cerebrovascular disease, a medical condition that is related to brain dysfunction which affects the blood vessels that transports blood to the brain. This new development has impaired his memory as well as gradually eroding his speech. He is also gradually losing the vision in his left eye.

Niece to the veteran actor and coordinator of the Save Pa Kasumu Group, Mrs Idowu Olajide, spoke on the recent development and Governor Fashola's promise. She said:

"As it is now, the situation is very disturbing. He has lost his voice but we believe with God, all things are possible. Governor Fashola directed him to First Cardiologist Hospital Ikoyi and the result from the test has been sent to him. We really appreciate the governor's step, it's in the right direction. But he hasn't said he would give Pa Kasumu N12million as been peddled and we have not received any money from him. So, we are still appealing to all the good-hearted Nigerians to come to the aid of Pa Kasumu because weather or not he is flown abroad, the ailment needs serious maintenance which will cost a lot of money".

The King of Photos from the christening of Prince William & Kate's son, George

Prince William and Kate Middleton christened their baby son today at St James's Palace, giving the world it's second public glimpse of the future king of England. Prince George was baptised by the Archbishop of Canterbury in the historic Chapel Royal. See more photos after the cut...

KWARA STATE GOVERNOR SACK ALL HIS COMMISSIONERS

Kwara State Governor, Alhaji Abdulfatah Ahmed, this afternoon Wednesday October 23rd sacked all the state commissioners, his special advisers, senior special assistants, and special assistants. He basically dissolved his cabinet.

He then asked all the sacked commissioners to hand over their ministries to their respective permanent secretaries.