MEND releases names of persons Buhari should negotiate with in 2 weeks

The Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta (MEND) has given President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration two weeks to open talks with its “Reach out to ‘Aaron Team’ or face consequences.

MEND also responded to a recent piece titled ‘President Buhari sharpens focus on Niger Delta’, authored by Garba Shehu, presidential assistant on media and publicity.

Garba had lambasted the Niger Delta Avengers for “killing soldiers and policemen, kidnapping and killing of oil company workers and asking oil companies to stop operations and pack out of the Niger Delta region”.

Tragic! Man Slumps And Dies While Trying To Buy Fuel At A Filling Station (PHOTO)

A shocking incident has left people baffled after a man slumped and died at a filling station where he went to buy fuel.

Although the actual circumstances of his death are yet unknown, the man was said to have slumped and died as he waited to buy fuel at a filling station in Kano.

Ogun State Governor Set To Launch New Health Scheme

The Ogun State Governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun, will on Monday 11th July 2016, launch a new health scheme project called “Araya Scale Up”—the—project is a Community Based Health Insurance Scheme (CBHS), meant to provide affordable health care service to members of the public.

The State Commissioner for Health, Dr Babatunde Ipaye, in a release, stated that the programme will be launched by the State Governor at the June 12 Cultural Centre, Kuto, Abeokuta, by 12pm. He enjoined all Commissioners, Special Advisers, government functionaries and Permanent Secretaries of all Ministries, Departments and Agencies to be seated by 10am.

Jamie Vardy's wife reveals how she attempted suicide following her sexual abused

Wife of England and Leicester City Striker Jamie Vardy, Rebekah Vardy has opened up about the horrific sexual abuse she endured when she was just a teenager and how it lead to her attempt of suicide twice.

The stunning brunette, 34, who married the England footballer, 29, just weeks ago, admitted she even attempted to take her own life twice as she struggled to cope with the ordeal.

The star revealed a "family friend" targeted her for three years as a teen, and it led to a downward spiral into depression and "devastating decisions".

"I’m Retiring To Cocoa Farming" - AIG, Joseph Mbu

Self-styled “tamer of the Leopard of Port Harcourt”, Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) Joseph Mbu, has said he is retiring to cocoa farming.

Mr Mbu, who was among 21 AIGs retired by the Police Service Commission, spoke yesterday during his pulling out ceremony at the Police Staff College in Jos, Plateau State.

The former Rivers and Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Commissioner, who will be remembered more for his several daring confrontations with former Governor Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, than for his gallant exploits as a police officer, also said he is leaving the Nigeria Police Force a fulfilled man.

Ogbonnaya Onovo says Compulsory Retirement Of DIGs, AIG's Detrimental To Police Force

A former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Ogbonnaya Onovo, yesterday faulted the compulsory retirement of senior officers by the Police Service Commission.

He said to just retire Deputy Inspectors General of Police (DIGs) and Assistant Inspectors General (AIGs) in one fell swoop amounts to a colossal waste and loss of valuable policing experience.

Mr Onovo, who was appointed IGP in 2009 by late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, bared his mind at the Police Staff College, Jos, after the pulling out ceremony of Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) Joseph Mbu.

Mr Mbu was one of the 21 AIGs recently forced to retire by the PSC for being senior to the Acting IGP, Ibrahim Idris, before his appointment.

Photos: Nigerians React To President Buhari Rocking A Gucci Shoes Worth $640

Nigerians always know how to make issues from anything. The last time I check, Buhari was the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, so rocking a $640 which is equivalent to N223,905 in today's exchange shouldn't be an issue. Maybe the harsh economy propels their thoughts. What's your own take?

APC Chairman says Dasuki Did not Invite any APC Member when Sharing money

The ruling party, All Progressives Congress says the anti-corruption war of the Muhammadu Buhari’s government is neither selective nor partisan.

John Odigie-Oyegun, chairman of the APC, reiterated this claim in an interview with The Punch, where he noted that Peoples Democratic Party chieftains are being investigated because most of them received funds from Sambo Dasuki, former national security adviser.

He said that when the former NSA was sharing money “from his ATM machine”, he didn’t extend an invitation to members of the opposition party.

Court throw out suit seeking to eject Senator Ubah, Oduah, Others

People's Democratic Party chieftains from Anambra, South-eastern part of Nigeria have won big in court today after a High Court in Abuja affirmed their mandates. 

A lawsuit challenging the mandates of some prominent People's Democratic Party chieftains Senators Andy Ubah, Stella Oduah and others from Anambra as national and state assembly has been thrown out by the court of law for lack of credibility.

Gallant Troop Repulse Terrorist Attack On Their Location At Rann, Borno State (Graphic Photos)

Yesterday evening remnants of Boko Haram terrorists in their numbers attacked our troop location at Rann, Kala Balge Local Government Area of Borno State. The terrorists came with Motorcycles Borne Improvised Explosive Devices (MCBIED), Anti-Aircraft Guns and other weapons at about 5.00pm and the exchange of fire lasted for some hours before they were overwhelmed by the troops firepower.

Unfortunately, one of the terrorists' suicide bomber detonated himself at a gun truck killing the driver and the gunner. The truck and the mounted weapon were also damaged beyond repairs. In addition 2 soldiers were wounded in action while 3 others sustained minor injuries.

Oh, Dear! Nigeria now ranked 15th most dangerous country in the world

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The Global Peace Index (GPI) has released the 2016 edition of the most dangerous countries in the world stressing that the world is now a more dangerous place than it was one year ago.

GPI’s latest report from the Institute for Economics and Peace ranked 163 independent countries, which covers over 99 percent of the world’s population with Nigeria coming 15th.

To get this 10th edition, 23 indicators were used on a scale of one to five.  According to the report, the index measures global peace using three broad themes: the level of safety and security in society, the extent of the domestic and international conflict, and the degree of militarisation.

ISIS beheads Four Footballers for allegedly Spying (PHOTOS)

The terrorist group ISIS have allegedly executed four footballers in Syria, after accusing them of spying for Kurdish rebels. 

This religious leader of the group had earlier said that supporting football was against Islam and so what they did to the footballers was ‘justified’. 

Bahamas warns citizen travelling to the US to be extremely cautious

The Bahamas issued a travel advisory on Friday, July 8, warning its citizens planning to go to the United States to use “extreme caution” around police after recent shootings in Louisiana, Minnesota and Texas.

“At the commencement of the Independence holiday weekend, many Bahamians will no doubt use the opportunity to travel, in particular to destinations in the United States,” the nation’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration wrote, referencing the country's national holiday on July 10. 

The statement continues:

See what an Okada Man did to a pretty lady for joking with him (Disturbing Photo)

This woman was allegedly brutalized by a man who accused her of laughing at him in her car while he rode on a motorcycle in Makurdi, Benue state capital. The woman identified as Ene Okpani took to her Facebook page to share the disheartening news.

She said:

Man Wrongly Labeled as Dallas Shooting Suspect Says He Received ‘Thousands’ of Death Threats

Mark Hughes, the Dallas man who was falsely labeled as the Dallas shooting suspect, told CBS Dallas that he has received “thousands” of death threats since authorities posted his image to Twitter on Thursday, July 7.

Mark Said:

Philando Castile Shooting ‘was not RACE motivated'- Police Officer’s Attorney Says

An attorney for Geronimo Yanez, the police officer who shot and killed Philando Castile in Falcon Heights, Minnesota, on Wednesday, July 6, said Saturday that the fatal shooting was not racially motivated.

He said:

Police arrest suspects in connection with the killing of female preacher in Abuja

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command said it has arrested some suspects in connection with the killing of a woman preacher in Kubwa, FCT.

The FCT command’s Spokesman, ASP Anjuguri Manzah confirmed the arrest to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Abuja.

He said the Commissioner of Police, Alkali Usman, has directed the homicide section to take over the investigation.

Dallas Shooting: Actor Cuba Gooding cried after hearing he had met one of the officers killed

Cuba Gooding Jr. cried after hearing that he’d met Patrick Zamarripa, one of the five police officers who was shot and killed in Dallas on Thursday, July 7

The 48 years old Actor briefly spoke to TMZ on Friday, July 8, about his reaction to the tragic news.

TY Bello shares portraits of IDP children and their Inspiring Stories (PHOTOS)

TY Bello shared some portraits from her visit to children at Borno IDP camp. She said the children shared incredible stories with her. She shared some of the stories and some portraits of the kids she photographed. 

She also made a video where she taught the children how to say 'Hi'. Watch the video below ...

See what a lady was pictured wearing at a party ... Fashion or Madness?

It looks like someone fought with her and torn her clothes ... If not so, could this be fashion or madness?

Federal Government Set To Phase Out Mud Houses – Minister

The Federal Government is developing a draft action for the phasing out of mud houses across the country.

The minister of science and technology, Dr Ogbannaya Onu, disclosed this on Saturday during a visit to the Nigerian Building and Road Research Institute, Nnewi, Anambra state.

He said this would be made possible through research that would bring about cheap building materials that would enable Nigerians have affordable decent houses.

It’s the desire of this government to give Nigerians decent living conditions. That’s why we are charging NBRRI to go into research that would be felt at the grassroots.

'How they mislead our leaders' - By Dele Momodu

Ovation publisher Dele Momodu wrote about the quality of appointments we are seeing lately in Buhari's government, describing it as 'appallingly lacklustre'. He also criticized the way the president broke the Ramadan fast with so much fanfare at the State House and talked about Buhari's new fashion sense, calling it 'overly flamboyant'. 

Read the write-up below:

Say What! Pastor allegedly selling 'the blood of Jesus' in plastic bottles

According to this unconfirmed report by Zambezi Reporters, Malawi pastor and the founder of ECG ministries, Prophet Shepherd ‘Major 1’ Bushiri is allegedly selling 'blood of Jesus" in plastic bottles. Prophet Bushiri is one of the richest pastors in Africa and had made news earlier this year when he acquired his third private jet in a space of two years. 

Below is what the report alleged:

See Gobe! Mother blasts a Guy who posts video of her baby, claiming to be his cousin

A mother on Twitter put up an adorable video of her two-week old daughter dabbing .. And a guy based in South Africa put it up two days later, claiming it's his cousin. 

Luck ran out for him when the real mother of the kid came across the tweet and called him out. This is the wahala social media has caused this day, why pose with what's not yours?

See video below ...

"We'd love to see Griezmann at Arsenal" - Ray Parlour

Former Arsenal midfielder Ray Parlour wants the Gunners to bring in a high-profile attacker ahead of the 2016-17 campaign and believes Atletico Madrid star Antoine Griezmann would be the perfect candidate.

Griezmann has been in stunning form at Euro 2016, scoring six goals in as many appearances to lead France to the final, with Portugal awaiting on Sunday.

The 25-year-old recently signed a new contract with Atletico until June 2021 and seems unlikely to be available for a transfer, but that has not stopped Parlour from dreaming.

Diego Milito says Mourinho always needs an enemy to attack

Former Inter striker Diego Milito says Jose Mourinho needs an enemy to attack as the coach thrives on conflict.

New Manchester United manager Mourinho will go head-to-head with old foe Pep Guardiola, now in charge of Manchester City, in the Premier League next season, and took aim at predecessor Louis van Gaal and Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger this week as he got to work at Old Trafford.

Milito, who fired Inter to Champions League glory in 2010 under the leadership of Mourinho, believes the Portuguese is deliberately antagonistic towards his opponents.

FC Barcelona has launched a #WeAreAllMessi social media campaign in support of Messi

Barcelona has launched a social media campaign to support Lionel Messi after the 29-year-old was handed a 21-month jail sentence by a Spanish court for being found guilty of fiscal fraud.

The Argentinian and his father Jorge were both given the same prison sentence for the offence, with the prolific attacker fined €2million for three counts of tax fraud and his dad hit with a €1.7m charge.

Both men have always denied any wrongdoing and Messi's representatives confirmed on Wednesday that the five-time Ballon d'Or winner will fight his conviction at the Supreme Court.

Popular Nollywood Actor in need of N11m for kidney transplant

National President of Filmmakers Welfare Organisation of Nigeria (FWON), Mr Sunday Awoji has said that ailing Nollywood actor, Prince James Uche needs N11 million to undergo kidney transplant abroad.

He stated this on Friday during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja. 

“Prince James Uche has been very sick and incapacitated for some years now, and it has become obvious that he cannot provide the required funds to have the necessary medical attention.

APC Chairman says Buhari’s Popularity has Dropped

National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, has admitted that President Muhammadu Buhari is no longer popular like he was during the 2015 general election.

“All governments worldwide in between terms lose some degree of popularity; no question about that,” he told our source.

“We are having harsh economic times, no question about that and that does not increase the popularity of any government. It only diminishes it to some extent. What is different is that, in our case, in spite of the harsh economic realities, the people still have full confidence, trust.

Former Aide to Akpabio says PDP founded Niger Delta Avengers

Ata Ikiddeh, a former special assistant on diaspora matters to immediate past Akwa Ibom Governor, Godswill Akpabio has described the Niger Delta Avengers as the military arm of the Peoples Democratic Party.

Reacting to the ongoing war on corruption by the current government, he said, “this government is a joke”, via a Facebook post.

When asked by one of his Facebook followers, Edim Asanaenyi, if the militant group was now a military wing of the PDP, Mr Ikiddeh responded, “I am afraid to admit that – but that’s what this government is turning the Avengers into the ‘resistance’ wing of the PDP.