Новости за 26.01.2016

– The past caretaker committee chairman of Khana local government area in Rivers state has decamped to APC. – Marvin Yobana, an Aide to Mrs Patience Jonathan,wife of former President Goodluck Jonathan, has also dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers state. – The leadership of PDP in Rivers state are already calling on Governor Wike to restructure the […]

On Saturday, January 23, 2016, there was an attempted assasination of Hon Rowland Sekibo, the chairman of the Caretaker Committee of Akulga. Reportedly, the incident involving the heavy gunfire occurred at Mr Sekibo’s Port Harcourt residence located at Akuku-Toru local government area in Rivers state at about 8.45 pm. As of now, the gunmen have not yet been identified. […]

 — Alhaji Lai Mohammed says the federal government has got a very great battle on its hands. — Corruption has started fighting back the Nigerian government. — The government will not be intimidate in the battle against corruption. The minister of information and culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has said that the government has been drawn […]

Cameroonian Christians have started guarding mosques during prayer sessions after five attacks on mosques by Boko Haram fighters. Muslims have responded in kind by guarding local churches. The fifth mosque to be attacked was assaulted by a teenage suicide bomber near Cameroon’s border with Nigeria on Monday. Boko Haram is attacking churches, schools, markets, and […]

– The Edo state chapter of the APC, has warned against the impeachment of the deputy governor. – There is an alleged plot to impeach the deputy governor by a section of the state house of assembly. – The party in a press statement noted that the deputy governor deserves to be rewarded and not to be […]

– Formula 1 driver Felipe Massa has congratulated Pato According to Formula 1 driver Felipe Massa, Alexandre Pato has joined Chelsea. On Tuesday Massa, who is Pato’s friend and compatriot posted a photo on Instagram with words: “[Pato] I am sure it will be very good for you my bro! Congrats [Chelsea].” Pato spent six years with Milan. He has 117 appearances […]

– A kind-hearted man stopped to help a driver who was stuck on an icy road – He was fatally shot and killed by the driver of the car he was helping – A memorial fund has been set up for Mr Heavner’s family and has raised almost $6,000 In a bizarre turn of events Jefferson Heavner, […]

 — Olisa Metuh was arraigned in court today. — The PDP chieftain seemed to have been deserted. — His case was adjourned to a latter date. Reports suggests that Chief Olisa Metuh who was again arraigned at the Federal High Court in Abuja, was deserted by friends, as there was an obvious absence of his […]

Ever wondered how you could be more of a man?  The bankers at Goldman Sachs have a few tips for you! Yes, Goldman Sachs, the multinational financial giant.  The bankers working for the huge money making giant certainly know a few things about style, after all they have the money for it! Their advice for being a […]

– Arsene Wenger have tried to buy a midfielder According to the Tuttomercatoweb,  Napoli have rejected Arsenal’s bid for Napoli midfielder Jorginho. The source reports that the Gunners have been eyeing the 24-year-old for some time and were hopeful of making him their second signing of the January window following the arrival of Mohamed Elneny. READ ALSO: OFFICIAL: Arsenal […]

Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice Abubakar Malami announces government will retrieve $750 million Abacha loot soon. Says government hopes to recover N2 billion stolen by former Delta state governor. Reveals Nigeria still owes N75 billion in judgement debts. Attorney general and justice minister Abubakar Malami has announced that the federal government […]

– Emeka Ohakim, the son of former governor of Imo state, Ikedi Ohakim, who is facing charges of corruption, threatened a witness in the trial. – Ohakim is being prosecuted by the EFCC for allegedly making a cash payment of $2, 290,000.00. – Ohakim’s counsel described the claim by the prosecution counsel as frivolous and dramatic. The cross-examination […]

Today, January 26, 2016, a trailer explosion resulted in a big fire outbreak on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway.  Reportedly, the accident occurred close to the Foursquare Camp, disrupting the regular traffic flow. As of now, no casualties have been reported. There are more photos of the accident below. Contact us at info@naij.com if you have any feedback, suggestions, complaints […]

Although many Nigerians may be unaware of this, Niger bridge is one of the strongest and most reliable constructions in the country. It is the passage into Onitsha, one of the commercial nerves of Nigeria’s eastern part, and it links Delta and Anambra states. Niger bridge is also a heritage of the Igbos which cost […]

Senate President, Abubakar Bukola Saraki on Tuesday, January 26 urged foreign firms investing in Nigeria, especially in the power sector, to ensure the compliance with the Local Content Act in their operations. Saraki, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sanni Onogu, stated this when  a delegation from the Power Generation and Integrated Energy […]

 — Governor Masari has spoken on the problem of Nigeria. — He believes leadership is the biggest bane of the nation. — He thinks agriculture should be given priority as a solution to revenue decline Kaduna state governor,  Aminu Bello Masari has said that both the military and politicians have contributed to the decline currently […]

— “Still not asking for it” project calls out rape culture and victim blaming — Black and white photos shows naked  women with powerful anti-abuse messages on their bodies — “Marriage is not consent”, “fashion is not an invitation”, “alcohol is not an excuse” Regardless of what someone is wearing, how drunk they are, who they are, no one is ever […]

The Managing Director, Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) Mr Gimba Kumo on Tuesday, January 26 said that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has done nothing to ensure banks paid their contributions to the National Housing Scheme. He said this while briefing the Senate Committee on Banking and other Financial Institutions in the National […]

-Budget is incomplete – Leo Ogo -Presidency fulfilled constitutional requirement – Gbajabiamila -Calls for oversight on ministries for proper implementation The House of Representatives on Tuesday, January 26, passed for the second time the 2016 appropriation bill amidst increased criticisms from lawmakers. While describing the debate as “illuminating,” speaker Yakubu Dogara urged members to put the interest of […]

In recent times, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) made moves to regulate fees being charged by banks in the country. The regulatory body issued several circulars giving instructions on fees Nigerian banks can level on their customers. These are most recent charges officially approved by the bank  as compiled by the Nigerian Bulletin:  1. […]

– Edo state governor, Adams Oshiomole was mobbed by market women and children. – Residents of Edo state came out to thank the governor for the ongoing constructing of roads. Hundreds of market women and children in Benin City, the capital of Edo state, on Monday, January 25, literally mobbed the state governor, Adams Oshiomole, […]

 — JAMB has fixed a closing date for the sales of UTME forms. — Final preparations for the examination have been made. — There is no fixed date for the examination proper. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), has fixed a closing date for the 2016 registration. READ ALSO: CERD Nigeria: How To Get […]

The Nigerian army has reacted to the reports that some of the top officers indicted in the $2.1 billion arms deal scam were allegedly questioned by the operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The army released a statement saying that it is quite unfortunate that reporters hurried to publish news without taking […]

— Lagos is competitive so uniqueness is required to be successful –Many unsuccessful Lagosians lack the basic city knowledge to compete –It is easy to be successful in Lagos just as it is easy to slide down Lagos is a land of opportunities. A lot of people come to the city with nothing but eventually […]

– Nigeria crash out of CHAN 2016 after defeat to Guinea – Nigerians slam Sunday Oliseh over team’s early exit – Oliseh fails first real test The Super Eagles of Nigeria have crashed out of the 2016 African Nations Championship in Rwanda after a 1-0 defeat to the Syli Nationale of Guinea today, January 26, […]