Millers overwhelm by High Demand for Local Rice

Following the Federal Government’s ban on rice importation through the land borders, local rice millers are finding it difficult to cope with the demand for the commodity from dealers.

Only Umza Rice, the largest local rice mill in Nigeria, which is located in Kano, is currently supplying most markets in the country.

Many dealers expressed anger over depositing money to the company for months without getting any supply.

Consumption of rice in Nigeria is put at over six million metric tonnes per annum. Local production is about 2.8 million metric tonnes while imports account for 2.5 million metric tonnes.

Benue State | Police arrest 3 Agric Ministry staff over missing N12m

The Police in Makurdi, the Benue State capital, have confirmed the arrest of three officials of the state Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources over their alleged complicity in the diversion of N12 million meant for the supply of fertiliser to farmers in the state.

Spokesman of the command, Moses Yamu, who confirmed the arrest of the trio, said they were being quizzed over their alleged involvement in the scam.

External reserves hit 11-year low of $24.21bn

The country’s external reserves have hit an 11-year low of $24.21bn, according to the latest data from the Central Bank of Nigeria.

The development means a limited amount of dollars will be available at the official interbank spot market, fuelling concerns over another round of depreciation of the naira.

The country’s external reserves had depleted to a then record-low of $24.8bn about two weeks ago.

The foreign exchange reserves fell by $600m in two weeks before shedding $1bn in four weeks, the CBN statistics showed.

Ondo State | PDP wants Justice Abang probed

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State, yesterday, alleged ‘unholy alliance’ between Justice Okon Abang of the Federal High Court, Abuja and a faction of the party in order to destabilise it ahead of November 26 governorship election in the state.

The Chairman, Clement Faboyede, who said petition has been filed against the Judge alleging that the judgment of the court on the state governorship election was at variance with the matters before the court, wondering if the judge has become ‘Father Christmas’ that gives unsolicited gifts.

Ethiopia | Government unveils rules for state of emergency

The Ethiopian government has unveiled stringent rules for its state of emergency which the opposition says is meant to curb a wave of protests, sometimes deadly, in the Oromia region and other areas.

Hundreds have been killed in anti-government protests in the past year, according to human rights groups and opposition activists. The protesters have been demanding wider freedoms in one of Africa’s best-performing economies.

On Oct. 2, more than 50 people were killed in a stampede after security forces opened fire on anti-government protesters during a religious festival in Bishoftu, southeast of the capital. The incident sparked more violence in Oromia leading the government to announce the state of emergency. The government has also enforced an internet blackout.

Government empowers 200 women with 600 goats in Jigawa State

The Jigawa Government has empowered 200 women with 600 goats in Buji Local Government Area of the state.

Ali Safiyanu, the Information Officer of Buji LGA, made this known to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Dutse.

The goats were distributed to the beneficiaries in the 11 wards of the local government under the Goat Rearing/Breeding Loan Scheme introduced to empower women in the state.

Babatunde Fashola: Releasing funds to contractors will end recession

The Federal Government has said it is investing massively in road construction, public housing and other infrastructure as part of measures to take the country out of recession.

It said it had released funds for the payment of debts owed contractors, noting that this had led to the return of most of them to project sites and resulting in the re-engagement of workers who were earlier laid off.

The Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, who said this at the annual conference of the Quantity Surveyors Registration Board of Nigeria on Thursday in Abuja, noted that the Federal Government was committed to taking concrete measures to boost the sectors.

Ike Ekweremadu: How Government Abandoned my People For 8 Years

The Deputy President of the Senate, Chief Ike Ekweremadu, said former Gov. Sullivan Chime’s administration in Enugu state, neglected  the people of Aninri Local Government Area for eight years.

Speaking on Saturday in Aninri during the flag-off of nine rural projects funded by the state government, Ekweremadu said that the Chime’s tenure was the darkest in the lives of Aninri people.

He said that during the period, the state government had no presence in the entire council, adding that projects executed in the area were by the federal and local governments.

Yakubu Gowon: Nigeria Is Currently Walking In The Wilderness

Former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon (retd.), has on Saturday declared that Nigeria is ‘walking in the wilderness’.

The verdict came after the former head of state reflected on Nigeria and its journey so far.

Gen. Yakubu Gowon (retd.) who spoke in Abuja on Saturday during a thanksgiving service to commemorate 20th anniversary of “Nigeria Prays” however expressed optimism noting that the current trials and tribulations the country is faced with is only temporary.

Beyonce stunning Pictures at Tidal Concert in NYC

Hip Hop music star Beyonce, popularly known as Queen Bey, dazzled the crowd with her amazing performance at the Tidal X, 1015 in NYC.

Queen B, who was dressed in a lovely beaded outfit with her hair pulled up into a long braided pony tail, heated up the stage. 

Aisha Buhari And That BBC Interview – Reuben Abati

Public communication is one of the most delicate challenges that people in public life face, either in the corporate or the public sector.

Many people suddenly find themselves in high places, and they become a source of news, a potential interview subject, and they get chased around by journalists and other media figures who want a story, in fact, not just a story, but a scoop.

I used to explain in communication coaching classes and to the bosses whose media I managed, at one point or the other that they should never feel obliged to say things they do not want to say. No matter how aggressive the journalist may be, they should be careful what they say.

Ebonyi State | Soldiers and Police Officers in Abakaliki

The Ebonyi Police Command has confirmed the clash between its officers and soldiers from the Nigerian Army Cantonment, Nkwagu, near Abakaliki, on Saturday evening.

DSP George Okafor, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, confirmed this to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Abakaliki.

However, Okafor said that the matter had been resolved amicably.

Experts urge FG to Invest In Conversion Of Solid Waste Into Electricity

Federal and State Governments have been called upon to invest in the conversion of solid waste into electricity to engender sustainable development in the country.

Some experts made the call in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) across the states.

They noted that the quantum of solid waste in the country could sustain power plants that depend on solid waste.

Linda Ikeji shares throwback photo of her secondary school days (PHOTO)

Celebrity Blogger, Linda Ikeji shares the above epic throwback photo of when she was still in secondary school.

She captioned the photo: 

23-year-old girl in trouble for blackmailing married man she had sex (PHOTO)

A 23-old-girl is currently under Police detention for blackmailing a man who she had sex with in a hotel.

According to reports by LIB, a video clip shows faceless police interrogating a young lady arrested in Abuja has been making the rounds on social media. The lady identified as Jessica, 23, secretly filmed her married lover after a sexual encounter in a hotel and then blackmailed him for money and iPhone. Jessica threatened to send the video to her victim's wife if he did not pay N180,000. After the initial payment from the man, she went on to make another demand of N50,000.

Justice Adeniyi Ademola says He was made to sign a confessional statement at gunpoint

Justice Adeniyi Ademola who was among the judges that were arrested and detained last Saturday by agents of the Department of State Security, says he was made to sign a confessional statement at the DSS office with a gun pointed at him.

In a letter addressed to the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Ademola alleged that the sting operation carried out by DSS at his home in Abuja, was a personal vendetta against him masterminded by the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami.

'Don't sacrifice happiness in the name of love' - Iyabo Ojo

Nollywood Actress Iyabo Ojo shared some words of advice, warning people to be cautious and not just sacrifice their happiness for anybody, especially people who make you miserable. Read below

"I dont get it too, why do i have to be with someone who makes me so unhappy all in d name of love? Loneliness? Bcos of wealth? Status? Family? Society? Hell! No!! my happiness comes first always.

Infant girl allegedly under arrest because her parents are Shi'ites members

According to politician Sola Kuti who posted this on twitter, he tweeted:

I heard this little girl was arrested, charged to court, denied bail & remanded in Jos prison. Her offence? Her parents belong to #IMN

It seems Pastor Chris Oyakhilome's ex-wife, Anita has remarried (See Proof)

According to reports making rounds on the internet, it appears ex-wife of popular Lagos pastor and founder of Christ Embassy, Chris Oyakhilome, Anita, may have remarried.

via Linda Ikeji:

Anita who immediately after her divorce, reverted to her maiden name, Ebhodaghe, has added a new name, Schafer to her name and this is visible in her latest post on her online christian website, pastoranita.org.

Aww! Comedian Seyilaw shares beautiful photos of his newborn daughter

Comedian SeyiLaw and his wife Ebere finally released the first photos of their baby girl born on the 30th of September, 2016 after 5 years of marriage .

Here’s what the excited new dad said about his bundle of joy, and about his wife being his Number One baby.

Tekno teases fan with a shirtless selfie

Triple MG singer Tekno took to his Instagram page to share a shirtless photo with his fans. The ‘Pana’ singer took the bad wordy photo from his hotel room in Washington, U.S.

Did Actress Funke Akindele shades Buhari over Comment on Aisha?

Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele has revealed that her husband JJC Skillz does not allow her to cook. This is coming two days after President Muhammadu Buhari said his wife, Aisha Buhari ‘belongs to my kitchen.’

In an interview with Sunday Spice, Funke Akindele said her new husband does not allow her to cook. She says whenever their cook is not around, they eat out.

PDP says they are ready to welcome Aisha Buhari to their Party

Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Abdullahi Jalo, has expressed readiness to give membership card to the First Lady, Mrs. Aisha Buhari, following castigation she received over her recent interview on the British Broadcasting Service.

Jalo also said the statement credited to President Muhammadu Buhari at a press conference in Germany has put him in the mould of America’s Republican presidential candidate, Donald Trump.

The spiritual side of Aso Villa by Reuben Abati (Full Article)

Reuben Abati, the former Presidential spokesperson has written an expository article on the Aso rock presidential villa and its many problems.

Read article below:

People tend to be alarmed when the Nigerian Presidency takes certain decisions. They don’t think the decision makes sense. Sometimes, they wonder if something has not gone wrong with the thinking process at that highest level of the country. I have heard people insist that there is some form of witchcraft at work in the country’s seat of government.

Cristiano Ronaldo poses with his Lamborghini after Real Madrid's 6-1 Victory

Cristiano Ronaldo posed in front of his Lamborghini Aventador after Real Madrid’s 6-1 demolition of Real Betis in La Liga on Saturday night. The Portuguese star took to Instagram on Sunday morning to post a picture of himself standing next to his luxurious Lamborghini, captioning the photo: ‘Bom dia (good morning)’.

Actress Adunni Adewale says She will like to get married one day

Nollywood actress and single mother of two, Adunni Adewale has said she has not ruled out marriage in her life despite having two boys (9 and 5); saying she is a sucker for love. She says many would have expected her to rule out that aspect of her life, considering the things she went through when she was married to the father of her children, but she can’t because she believes in love. 

She said;

See the provocative dress a lady was spotted wearing at Abuja Airport (Photos)

An unknown lady at the Abuja international airport caused commotion after rocking a braless cloth that exposed her back as well as her hips.

This lady got heads stunning when she stormed the Abuja international airport with an outfit that best suits a clubhouse. She suddenly became the cynosure of all eyes at her appearance.

Lady Shares Testimony As She Welcome Twins After Ten Years Of Marriage

Weight loss expert and Nutritionist, Askdamz shared a testimony of her sister-in-law who just welcomed a set of twin after ten years of marriage.

Haba! Fans Call Tonto Dikeh 'Senior Pig' Because of Her Overweight (PHOTOs)

Fans have come after Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh, after a fan took a quick photo with her yesterday and posted it online. Many said they don’t believe she is the one as she looks totally different, while they ‘mocked’ her in the comment section. Someone even referred to when she allegedly called Mercy Johnson a pig shortly after Mercy gave birth and now said, sorry you are the senior pig now. 

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VIDEO: Aisha's Function is to Look After Me, Even is she is Working - Buhari in new Interview

In an interview with Deutsche Welle (DW) - Germany's public international broadcaster, President Buhari insisted that his wife's job is to look after him. When asked to clarify on his statement that his wife belongs to his kitchen.

Buhari said: