RT.REV. WELBY, ARCHBISHOP OF CANTERBURY MEETS PRESIDENCY, PRAYS FOR NIGERIA

The Archbishop Of Canterbury, Rt. Rev. Justin Welby (left) President Goodluck (centre) and the Primate of Anglican Communion, Most Rev. Nicholas Okoh during a visit to Abuja on Wednesday.


The leader of the Anglican communion world wide and the Archbishop of canterbury , Rev. Justin Welby visited the president  yesterday in Abuja , to pray with him and also to seek solutions to the consistent bombings in Nigeria.
 Though the meeting was held behind closed doors, after which Rev Justin Welby spoke to news men. He reportedly said


“In the meeting, the President talked about the need of a solution that will reach all Nigerians. Not just security, but the economy, spiritual and every part of the human life.

“The bombing in Jos was deeply disheartening because I know Jos very well. I came to pray with His Excellency and express our condolence for the losses.

“God is faithful. In one of the letters that Paul wrote to the church, he talked about the sufferings they were going through being known throughout the world and that is true here, because the suffering in Nigeria is known throughout the world.

“People throughout the world pray for the country.”

The Archbishop was also accompanied on the visit by the Primate of the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, Most Rev. Nicholas Okoh; the Chaplain to the President, Ven. Obioma Onwuzurumba; and the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Board, Mr. John Kennedy-Okpara.

I CAUSED RONALDO'S KNEE INJURY SAY GHANAIAN WITCH DOCTOR

Ghanaian well known spiritualist has claimed he is responsible for Cristiano ronaldo's injury last week which may keep him away from the Brazil world cup. The Portuguese FA on Wednesday confirmed that Ronaldo is suffering from tendinosis in his left knee as well as nursing a muscle problem in his left thigh, which caused him to miss the 0-0 draw with Greece at the weekend.

The Ghanaian spiritualist known as Nana Kwaku Bonsam – whose name translates literally as “Devil of Wednesday” – predicted in February that the Real Madrid forward would be forced out of the world cup by injuries to prevent him from playing against Ghana. Ghana, Portugal, USA and Germany are in Group G. Nana Kwaku is reported as saying

“I said it four months ago, that I will work on Cristiano Ronaldo seriously and rule him out of the World Cup, or at least prevent him from playing against Ghana, and the best thing I can do is to keep him out through injury. I am very serious about it. Last week, I went around looking for four dogs and I got them to be used in manufacturing a special spirit called‘Kahwiri Kapam." The witch doctor said yesterday on Ghanaian radio. i.

"This injury can never be cured by any medic, they can never see what is causing the injury, because it is spiritual. Today, it is his knee, tomorrow it is his thigh, next day, and it is something else.”

lols, is this the fear of C.Ronaldo or wat?

Drop your comments and keep reading R101...

OBIANO WINS TRIBUNAL ELECTION IN AWKA

The court yesterday upheld Dr willie Obiano as the Governor of Anambra In Akwa. 

The petitions which was signed by Action Congress of Nigeria (APC) Senator Chris Ngige, Comrade Tony Nwoye of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) factional aspirant, Dr. Chike Obidigbo, to unseat Governor Obiano in the election which took place last year was dismissed by Justice Ishaq Bello led tribunal for lack of merit.

According to sun news, In the judgments that lasted for over six hours and delivered by the Tribunal’s Chairman, Justice Bello, the tribunal held that the petition­ers could not prove their cases and therefore, resolved all the allegations made against the governor and the Inde­pendent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in re­spect of the November, 2013 governorship election by the aggrieved parties in favour of the respondents. It also held that the petitioners failed woe­fully to establish their claims that Governor Obiano was not qualified to stand for the elec­tion and that the conduct of the governorship election was marred by large-scale electoral malpractices, including dis­enfranchisement of registered voters, non-display of voters’ register, voting by under-aged persons, among others.

After reviewing the grounds of Obidigbo’s petition vis -a -vis the evidence he proffered, Justice Bello resolved all the issues in favour of Obiano and other respondents, holding that Obidigbo had no locus standi to bring the action as he failed to show that he was a candi­date in the election.

AUSTRALIA OFFERS TO HELP NIGERIA FIND CHIBOK GIRLS

The Australian government has also offered to provide special forces to help Nigeria rescue the 234 school girls kidnapped by Boko haram, this was made Known by the country’s Foreign Minister Julie Bishop, who told Sky News that Australia had offered to lend its support but Nigeria had not responded

According to punch news, Bishop reportedly said, “Australian troops, the SAS, are always on standby for contingencies. We have made an offer to the Nigerian government to provide whatever support they need to release the girls. We’ve made a specific offer to our UK and US allies … that we are ready to assist in whatever way we can.

“We have not had a response from the Nigerian government. They’ve thanked us for our willingness to be involved in trying to rescue the girls but we haven’t had any specific acceptance of the offers that we’ve made.”

NIGERIA BROADCASTING COMMISSION MOVES TO CENSOR LIVE BROADCAST 48 HOURS BEFORE LIVE SHOWS

In this era of freedom of Information going on around the world Nigeria may be taking steps backwards as the NBC has taken steps to mitigate the airing of live political Broadcast in the country.
According to SaharaReporters, the National Broadcasting Commission, (NBC), through a letter dated 30th of May has warned all Nigerian broadcasting stations to desist from broadcasting contents that could “threaten the unity and peace of the country.”

In the letter signed by Chris Okoyomoh, on behalf of the management, the NBC warned that the Commission will “no longer tolerate the repeated abuse currently observed with this genre of program, particularly, inciting, provocative and highly divisive comments frequently served to the public, as live political broadcasts.”

NBC in the letter directed MDs and CEOS of all broadcasting stations to notify the commission in writing, at least 48 hours, before transmitting a live program. It also warned that all political broadcasts must conform to the provision of the Code. Continue to see more....

PHOTOSTORY: GOODLUCK JONATHAN ATTENDS GROUND BREAKING CEREMONY OF AYO ORITSEJAFOR'S UNIVERSITY

President Jonathan was present today at the foundation laying/ground breaking ceremony of Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor's university, Eagle Heights University in Omadino, Delta state.

Also present at the ceremony is the Olu of Warri, the Governor of Delta state, Emmanuel Uduaghan and Pastor Ayo and his wife Pastor Mrs. Helen Oritsejafor. See more pictures...

PHOTO PROOF THAT A BABY FEELS STRESS IN THE MOTHER'S WOMB

I find this article quite interesting, more improved view of how unborn babies look in the womb
Above is an 4D ultrasound of a baby in the womb,research about unborn babies and the effect a mother's stress can have on them. Read below...(culled from LIB-Ukdaily)

It ought to be the most tranquil of sights – the face of an unborn child in the womb. But the tiny hand pulled up to the chin reveals that, upsettingly, this baby appears to be under stress. The remarkable image was taken as part of a study showing unborn children touch their faces more often if their mother has been anxious, helpless or under pressure.
Researchers believe they are picking up on her anxieties – and then trying to soothe them away with the power of touch. As adults, we do this by holding our head in our hands. But while we use both hands, babies of stressed-out mothers preferred the touch of just one.
Although previous studies have found babies pick up on stress in the womb, this is believed to be the first to offer photographic evidence.

NUDITY: RIHANNA BARES IT ALL IN A SEE THROUGH SHEER DRESS

This is not my style but there is just too much nudity been shared around lately and it is not so cool.  

Well, dear Rihanna has bared it all once again in a shear embellished halter dress by Adam Selman which she wore to the Council of Fashion Designers of America Awards yesterday. 

The dress is embellished with 216,000 Swarovski crystals and she rocked it with a matching sparkly turban. She wore a flesh colored thong to cover her herself up but had no bra on. And yes, she was honoured with the Fashion Icon Award. to see more delibrate pose pictures continue ....

HOW TO IDENTIFY A SUICIDE BOMBER PART 2 BY FRANK MBA

This is the Second Part of HOW TO IDENTIFY A SUICIDE BOMBER written by Police PRO Frank Mba, if you missed the first Part read it  HERE.  Do read the society we live in demands that we know these basic traits of these deadly people to stay safe....

SUICIDE BOMBER, HIS METHODS OF OPERATION

Before I begin my discourse on the modus operandi used by suicide bombers to carry out their operations, it is very important to make a clear distinction between suicide bomb attacks and other forms of terrorist attacks that are devoid of suicidal elements.
As a matter of fact, suicide bombing is just one of the several methods used by terrorists in carrying out their attacks. While virtually all suicide attacks are terror attacks, not all terror attacks are suicidal in nature. A suicide attack is an offensive operation which its success depends largely upon the death of the perpetrator in order to kill innocent persons and destroy property.
The modus operandi and weapons used depend largely on the nature of the target, access to the target, security arrangements around the target, the amount of destruction and publicity which the terrorist intends to accomplish.

As earlier stated, suicide attack has continued to be a choice method of attack by both large and small terror organizations. Its cost-effectiveness, lethality, ability to cause confusion as well as the tremendous amount of publicity and fears it generates clearly make it appealing to the average terrorist.

IT IS OFFICIAL! FEMI FANI KAYODE LEAVES APC, JOINS PDP

Some of us saw this coming, FFK has finally switched over to PDP. He made the announcement yesterday and gave reasons for cross-carpeting again... read it below

I declared for the APC in June last year in Ado Ekiti, Ekiti state well before the party was registered by INEC. I formally joined the party, amidst great fanfare, on 7th February 2014 in my hometown Ile-Ife and I registered my membership on that day. The registration was done outside the Ooni's palace and it was done in the prescence of the media, numerous party leaders in the state, including Hon. Rotimi Makinde, who represents Ile-Ife at the Federal House, and all the other key leaders of the APC in the state and Ife-Ife including Chief Akantioke and Alhaji Soko Adewoyin the former Deputy Governor of Osun state. After registering we proceeded to pay a courtesy call on my traditional ruler, the Ooni of Ife, and from there I went to spend a few days with Governor Rauf Aregbesola who, together with Governor Kayode Fayemi, I am close to and I consider to be friends. Continue after the cut.....

BRAZIL 2014: COACH KESHI NAMES 23 MAN SQUAD...SEE FULL LIST

Coach Stephen Keshi has officially released the 23 man list for the Brazil world cup

Goalkeepers:

Vincent Enyeama (Lille/FRA),
Chigozie Agbim (Gombe United),
Austin Ejide (/ISR)

Defenders:
Elderson Echiejile (Monaco/FRA),
Efe Ambrose (Celtic FC/SCO),
Godfrey Oboabona (Rizespor/TUR)
Azubuike Egwuekwe (Warri Wolves),
Kenneth Omeruo (Middlesbrough/ENG),
Juwon Oshaniwa (Ashdod FC/ISR),
Joseph Yobo (Norwich City/ENG)

Midfielders:
Mikel Obi (Chelsea/ENG),
Ogenyi Onazi, (Lazio/ITA)
Ejike Uzoenyi (Enugu Rangers),
Gabriel Reuben (Beveren/BEL),
Nosa Igiebor (Real Betis/SPA),
Sunday Mba (CA Bastia/FRA),
Michael Uchebo (Cercle Brugge/BEL)

Forwards:
Ahmed Musa (CSKA Moscow/RUS),
Shola Ameobi (Newcastle United/ENG)
Victor Moses (Chelsea/ENG),
Emmanuel Emenike (Fenerbahce/TUR),
Osaze Odemwingie, (Stoke city/ENG)
Nnamdi Oduamadi (Varese/ITA)

NIGERIANS OWN MOST HOMES ON THE MOST EXPENSIVE STREET IN LONDON

It has been revealed that Nigerians own most houses in the most expensive street in the London. 

Charles Dukwe a Philanthropist said this at the launch of his grass root initiative to fight diabetes and high blood pressure in Port harcourt on Saturday. He said 70% of homes on Edgerton Crescent in London is owned by Nigerians, he also said UK citizens and International stars cannot afford them because they are expensive.

"There is a street in London; it is called Edgerton Crescent. Edgerton Crescent is the most expensive street in the world. Houses there are worth £3m to £4m. British celebrities that have money don’t buy houses on that street. They will tell you it is too expensive. But 70% of the houses there are owned by Nigerians" he said.

 

Please who knows someone that owns a house on this street...Biko kpo okwu afa(call the names please). see more pictures of the beautiful street... this place fine ooo 

PHOTO OF THE DAY:THE MOVIE , THE MISSING CHIBOK GIRLS ....THERE IS GOD OOO...

hmmmm. Is this for real? What do you think? Drop your comments....

GRAPHIC PHOTOS: MAN ELECTROCUTED ON ELECTRICITY POLE IN CALABAR

PHOTO & STORY CREDIT: LINDAIKEJI

This morning a man was found electrocuted on an electricity pole in calabar. 

According to news report,the residents of Government Technical College, Lemna, Calabar, woke up to find a man dried up on PHCN power line poles, electrocuted. A resident said their lights went out very early in the morning and they thought it was the usual PHCN blackout, only to find the man hanging from the poles at the break of dawn.

Security personnel are said to be trying to bring the man down. More pictures after the cut.....viewers discretion advised

CHIBOK ABDUCTION: BOKO HARAM RELEASES A NEW VIDEO, CHIBOK GIRLS VERY ILL

It has been revealed, that members of the boko haram sect has released another video, though it is yet to be made available to the public.

According to the sun news, the new video showed the Chibok schoolgirls pleading to the Federal Government over the proposed deal for their release.

In an exclusive report, a London-based newspaper, The Mail on Sunday, said the video shows the girls speaking about their ordeal.
According to the newspa­per, the video, which is yet to be released publicly, was taken in a jungle a month after the girls’ abduction.

The Mail reported that in the video, eight girls, dressed in their home-made school uniforms of pale blue ging­ham, pleaded for release.

Each of the girls, the news­paper reported, walked in turn to a spot in front of a white sheet fixed to a crude frame between the trees to speak be­fore the camera. Four of them, it stated, spoke in Hausa lan­guage, stating that they were taken by force and that they were hungry.
A tall girl, aged about 18, the report stated, said tear­fully: ‘My family will be so worried.’

Another, speaking softly, said: ‘I never expected to suf­fer like this in my life,’ the re­port stated, adding that a third said: ‘They have taken us away by force.’ The fourth girl complained: ‘We are not get­ting enough food,’ The Mail reported. Continue...

"SOME STATES ARE RICHER THAN GAMBIA, LIBERIA" SAYS DR NGOZI OKONJO IWEALA

The minister of Finance, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has challenged the state governors to tell Nigerians what they do with the large allocations given to them by the Federal government. Dr Ngozi who delivered the 12th Convocation lecture of the Babcock University, Ilishan Remo, spoke on the topic: Transforming Nigeria’s Economy: Opportunities and Challenges, said some of the annual allocations of the states exceed that of some west-African countries like Benin, Gambia and Liberia. 

She said the FG cannot do it alone, she called on the state governments to be accountable to the citizens. Dr Ngozi is stated as saying:

BREAKING NEWS: BOKO HARAM BOMBS BAR, BROTHEL IN ADAMAWA STATE

The boko haram sect has once again bombed a bar and a brothel in Mubi, Adamawa state. The location which is popularly known as Kabang is close to the major military base in charge of the fight against the terrorist. The number of casaulty is estimated to be about 60 persons dead.

According to Sharareporters,two security sources in the area said that a horrendous explosion rocked the bar and brothel which usually teems with civilian and military patrons. 

The explosion happened close to 6 pm. Nigerian time, both sources said. One of our sources said none of the casualties was a soldier, but the other stated that it was too early to determine whether any of the dead were soldiers.

More details later...

ARMED ROBBER HIDES GUN IN DISC PLAYER, CLAIMS HE IS A POLITICIAN

According to the Sun news, the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) in Lagos has arrested a suspected armed robber who concealed a locally made gun inside a disc player.

The suspect, Azeez Adebayo, a native of Ifo in Ogun State was arrested in the course of an undercover operation by the police.
According to the police, Adebayo is a member of an armed robbery gang, which normally comes to Lagos to rob and then return to the neighbouring states.
The source explained how the police were able to crack the case. “We had information that he is in possession of a locally made gun and that he is a member of a robbery gang, which usually comes from Ogun State to rob in Lagos and then return to their base.
“We then sent an informant after him. When we were convinced that he had a gun and a gang, we asked him to come with his gang and join us for a robbery operation in Ikorodu. We got his phone number and then convinced him that we were a big time armed robbery gang in Lagos.
“He even volunteered to help us get some people who have AK-47 in Sagamu. Later, when he couldn’t get them on time, we asked him to bring the one he has and let us go for the operation. He came with the locally made gun to join us, without knowing that it was policemen he was discussing with all the while. That was how he was arrested,” the police source explained.

PRESIDENCY DENIES OFFERING AMNESTY TO BOKO HARAM

The Presidency has denied any intention by president Goodluck Jonathan to declare amnesty for the Boko haram sect as was earlier speculated by the MEDIA. The special adviser to Mr President on Media and Publicity, Reuben Abati, made this known while addressing the state house correspondents, he said the president did not mention the word "AMNESTY" for the group. 

The Presidency rather reiterated its stand as saying that those who are willing to renounce terrorism should do so through the presidential fact finding committee, that opportunities have been created for them to do so peacefully. Reuben Abati is stated as saying;

He said, “Let me refer you to the speech by the President. If you read the speech line-by-line, you will see that it contains the very message that the President wanted to put across. “In that speech, if you look at, it I don’t think the President used amnesty. Instead he spoke about those who are willing to renounce terrorism and those who are willing to embrace peace. “Opportunities have been created for them through the Fact-finding Committee and through the Presidential Committee on Dialogue and Peaceful Resolutions of Conflict in the North Eastern part of Nigeria. So I will refer you basically to the speech by the President.”

HAPPY NEW MONTH.....

Welcome to the beginning of the Mid-year and also beginning of summer called June. It has been a long five months since the beginning of 2014 with the internal crisis in our country but you know at the end of the day we are here, together and alive. To those who have gone May their Souls rest in peace, for those of us who are here let us glory in the privilege of been alive.

Let us remember to pray for the peace of our nation and the safe return of the 234 missing Chibok girls. For all the Gemini's and the Cancer's Born in the month of June, Happy Birthday*smiles*.

Let the month of June be a great for us all. Amen. HAPPY NEW MONTH Nigeria...