Новости за 09.09.2016

Editor’s note: Okanga Agila, a social analyst and traditional warrior from Benue state writes on the activities of the Niger Delta militants in the South South region of the country. He also called on elder statesman Edwin Clark to thread carefully on the issue of attacks by the militants and possible negotiation with the federal government […]

Following the entire drama that preceded the postponement of Edo election on Thursday, September 8, coalition of civil societies under the aegis of Situation Room have warned that Nigeria’s democracy is now endangered. Premium Times reports that the group made the observation on Friday, September 9 in a press statement it released about the entire […]

– Dr. Austin Tam-George, denies claims that Governor Wike and his Delta counterpart, Okowa, mobilised militants to rig the Edo election – Tam-George says Wike has no links with militants – Governor Adams Oshiomhole alleges that Wike and Okowa registered about 8,000 militants from their states with the intent to use them to rig Edo election Dr. Austin […]

The federal government has accused non-government organisations of using the Chibok girls who escaped from their Boko Haram abductors to obtain money in the United States in continuation of accusations and counter-accusations over the missing girls. Premium Times reports that the ministry of women affairs and parents of the girls who escaped Islamist insurgents complained […]

After a silver-winning feat by Nigeria’s Latifat Tijani in the women’s powerlifting event, another Nigerian has shattered the Paralympics record and has won gold for Nigeria. Reports say Roland Ezuruike won the men’s 54kg event with a record breaking 190kg to hand Nigeria her first gold medal at the ongoing tournament in Brazil. This comes shortly […]

President Muhammadu Buhari has arrived his native home, Daura in Katsina state, on Friday, to celebrate this year’s Eid-el-Kabir. The president was met by H.E. Aminu Bello Masari, the governor of Katsina state, Alh. Saidu Bard, the former governor of Katsina state, Alh. Mannir Yakubu, the deputy governor of Katsina state, HRM Alhaji Abdulmumini Kabir Usman, Emir of Katsina state […]

Senate president, Bukola Saraki has said he is also feeling the heat of the economic recession as it is affecting him and other Nigerian leaders as well after attending Friday muslim prayers with President Muhammadu Buhari. The Nation quotes Saraki as saying after Friday’s Juma’ah service that he is feeling the pinch like every Nigerian. […]

– Nigeria’s Vice President Professor Yemi Osinbajo has expressed his hope over speedy end to economic recession in the country – Change will come as soon as the government deals with  pipeline vandalism and focus on sustainable diversification policy Last week the National Bureau of Statistics released a report featuring figures for the 2016 second quarter showing the nation’s economy in deep recession. […]

Many young women have been pushed into doing things they do not want to do simply because they gave in to pressure. Most men will not back down until consummation occurs. Some of these young ladies have been made to believe they have to sleep with their partners in order to show them how much […]

Edo state governor, Adams Oshiomhole has alleged that some governors in the south-south registered about 8,000 militants from their states with the intent to use them to rig the governorship election now shifted to September 28. The Governor, who spoke while playing host to the Inspector-General of Police, Mr Idris Ibrahim, at the Government House, […]

Christian women in Nigeria have denounced the abduction of the Chibok girls in Borno state over two years ago even as some groups of people risk their lives to protest for their rescue. The women, under the aegis of Women’s Wing of the Christian Council of Nigeria (WOWICCN), on Friday, September 9 declared the abduction […]

A woman has been arrested for marrying her two of her children  The 43-year-old woman identified as Patricia Ann Spann, reportedly married one of her sons about 8 years ago, and has now married her 25-year-old daughter Misty Velvet Dawn Spann. Following a visit from a child welfare investigator  who reported them to the police […]

Colonel Sani Kukasheka Usman, the acting director on the army public relations, keeps updating the general public on the exercise code-named “Crocodile Smile” in Niger Delta region. On Friday, September 9, he took to his Facebook account releasing a series of photographs showing the soldiers of the Nigerian army providing free medical services and support to children’s education […]

– An NGO has revealed that the women and girls got missing since Boko Haram insurgency began – The group has also asked the #BringbackOurGirls protesters to devise other means of pressing home their demands About 3,000 women and girls have been confirmed missing in Nigeria’s north eastern state, a report has stated. According to […]

These two sisters prepared for the party well! Little girls do the dance that makes you want to join in or watch it and enjoy. See what they do there. Can little girls dance like adult women? If you think they cannot, watch what these sisters do. All the viewers are amazed by their dance. […]

We all get problems in life. At times we cannot solve them on our own. That is why we publish the letters of our readers to get your help. You might have been in a similar situation. You may know the solution. Share your opinion with those, who need it. “I have been with my […]

Nigeria as a nation is going through what many have come to term as the darkest hour in the nation’s long history. So many challenges besets the country’s growth and urgent solutions are needed. This article stems from the fact that most of the problems faced within the country have roots in politics, hence, if […]

Is sex always good at any age? Men are often worried about their sexual performance and its change as they grow old. And no wonder they do here is what the scientists have discovered getting busy in your 50s. Discovery #1: Sex makes senior women healthier! Ladies who enjoy frequent intimacy with their mates keep […]

Editor’ Note: Experts say that the fight against drug trafficking in Nigeria is being hampered by corruption among the ranks of the National Drug and Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). There is also growing alarm over rates of domestic usage of illicit substances in Nigeria, a country once seen primarily as a drug transit point. NAIJ.com’s […]

On Thursday, September 8, President Muhammadu Buhari launched the national re-orientation campaign tagged “Change begins with me” at the Presidential Banquet hall in Abuja. The re-branding Nigeria project is not a one off project but a series of continuous campaigns that have evolved over the years. It seems that it has become a ritual of […]

–  The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has forced Nokia-Alcatel to shut down its office in Nigeria – The company was said to have been operating in Nigeria without the necessary permit – The company reportedly failed to obtain a licence required for the sale and installation of network equipment The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has […]

The holiday is almost over and it’s time for parents to start sorting out school issues like books and uniforms and the big one, the school to enrol their kids into. As parents, we tend to get anxious when it comes to making school enrolment decisions. This is understandable as schools play a vital role […]

There have been claims that the life of pro-Biafra leader, Nnamdi Kanu is in danger, the Indegenous People of Biafra (IPOB) have for quite a while raised alarms regarding the threat to their leader’s life. Some photos have emerged, of tear gas canisters recovered from Nnamdi Kanu’s cell in kuje. The pictures have stirred great […]

– Governor Adams Oshiomhole has said that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is accustomed to rigging elections – The Edo state governor says the PDP will not be given the chance to steal the people’s franchise this time – Oshiomhole says the All Progressives Congress (APC) have fought the powers behind rigging in Edo state […]

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