By Okolo Onoamaka
Cambodian
Prime Minister, Hun Sen, on Tuesday ordered the closure of a Christian
organisation which had discussed child sex trafficking with U.S.
broadcaster, CNN, local media reported. Hun Sen told a group of
graduating university students in Phnom Penh that California-based Agape
International Mission had “insulted Khmer women’’ by discussing child
sex trafficking in Cambodia, state-backed news outlet Fresh News
reported. The July 25 report featured interviews with women who had been
sold into prostitution as children by their parents in the village of
Svay Pak, known as “Kilometre 11’’ or K-11’’ for its distance from Phnom
Penh. In the 1990s and early 2000s, the village was infamous for its
many brothels employing children, many of whom were victims of
debt-bondage.
In
recent years, Svay Pak has been cleaned up by police but Agape founder
Don Brewster told CNN the industry had just been pushed underground. The
Christian organisation, which has operated in Cambodia since 1988, was
featured prominently in the report for its role in working with
trafficking victims such as those from Svay Pak. Since airing last week,
the Journalist Federations of Cambodia also attacked the report for its
negative impact on “Cambodian women’s and children’s dignity as well as
the reputation of Cambodia,’’ according to state news outlet Agence
Kampuche Presse.
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Kanu has become a public shame
By Okorho Ese
Nnamdi Kanu to order before it’s too late By Soni Daniel, Northern Region Editor A chieftain of the Pan Niger Delta Elders Forum, PANDEF, High Chief Mike Loyibo, yesterday, warned against using threats of militancy to harass the Federal Government to work for the region.
Loyibo, is the Convener of another Niger Delta group, Niger Delta Peoples Council, NDPC, also sent a strong warning to leaders of the South East to call their son, Nnamdi Kanu, to order before he plunges the nation into what he calls ‘avoidable crisis’. Loyibo made the call at a news conference in Abuja. The royal activist, who described Kanu as a busybody simply looking for cheap publicity and favour, warned him not to provoke the security agencies and the judiciary by flagrantly violating his bail conditions and engaging in illegal rallies and inciting statements. Loyibo said, “Kanu has become a public shame and he should be made to abide by his bail conditions. He is playing a game and everyone should know this. He wants security operatives to arrest him to create a crisis.
Ag. President Osinbajo receives Ghanaian President
By Okorho Ese
Acting President Yemi Osinbajo on Tuesday received the visiting Ghanaian President, Nana Akufo-Addo, at the Presidential villa, Abuja. Akufo-Addo arrived at the Villa at about 11.12 a.m. and was welcomed by Osinbajo who ushered him into the Acting President’s office through a red carpet.
The visit lasted for barely four minutes as the Ghanaian leader proceeded immediately to the National Defence College to deliver a lecture to the college graduands. Akufo-Addo won the country’s 2016 presidential poll against the incumbent, John Mahama, by a margin of 9.45 per cent. He was inaugurated into office on Jan. 7, 2017.
Acting President Yemi Osinbajo on Tuesday received the visiting Ghanaian President, Nana Akufo-Addo, at the Presidential villa, Abuja. Akufo-Addo arrived at the Villa at about 11.12 a.m. and was welcomed by Osinbajo who ushered him into the Acting President’s office through a red carpet.
The visit lasted for barely four minutes as the Ghanaian leader proceeded immediately to the National Defence College to deliver a lecture to the college graduands. Akufo-Addo won the country’s 2016 presidential poll against the incumbent, John Mahama, by a margin of 9.45 per cent. He was inaugurated into office on Jan. 7, 2017.
Osama Bin Laden’s son, Hamza to take-over Al-Qaeda
By Okorho Ese
Hamza Bin Laden, the son of late Osama Bin Laden, is expected to take-over Al-Qaeda, a terrorist organisation. Described as the “Crown Prince of Terror” Hamza is the only son of Bin Laden’s “favourite” wife. Hamza Laden was also regarded as the “poster boy” of al-Qaeda’s re-emergence on the terrorism front. He was introduced as “a lion from the den of Al-Qaeda” by the group’s leader Ayman al-Zawahiri. Hamza Bin Laden, the son of late Osama Bin Laden He is the son of Bin Laden’s third of six wives, Khairiah Sabar, and the eighth born of around 20 Bin Laden’s siblings.
His mother came from a wealthy family and was known as a “strong-willed” woman. He was raised as Bin Laden’s designated heir and grew up hating several things about the USA. He is wanted by the US for his alleged role in American embassy bombings in Tanzania, Dar es Salaam and Nairobi, Kenya in 1998. Now believed to be aged 28, he is a devotee of violent jihad just like his father. Hamza Laden married the daughter of the former head of al-Qaeda’s training camps Abu Mohammed al-Masri. In May, an audio recording suggested that he was staging al-Qaeda’s comeback.
Hamza Bin Laden, the son of late Osama Bin Laden, is expected to take-over Al-Qaeda, a terrorist organisation. Described as the “Crown Prince of Terror” Hamza is the only son of Bin Laden’s “favourite” wife. Hamza Laden was also regarded as the “poster boy” of al-Qaeda’s re-emergence on the terrorism front. He was introduced as “a lion from the den of Al-Qaeda” by the group’s leader Ayman al-Zawahiri. Hamza Bin Laden, the son of late Osama Bin Laden He is the son of Bin Laden’s third of six wives, Khairiah Sabar, and the eighth born of around 20 Bin Laden’s siblings.
His mother came from a wealthy family and was known as a “strong-willed” woman. He was raised as Bin Laden’s designated heir and grew up hating several things about the USA. He is wanted by the US for his alleged role in American embassy bombings in Tanzania, Dar es Salaam and Nairobi, Kenya in 1998. Now believed to be aged 28, he is a devotee of violent jihad just like his father. Hamza Laden married the daughter of the former head of al-Qaeda’s training camps Abu Mohammed al-Masri. In May, an audio recording suggested that he was staging al-Qaeda’s comeback.
Shooting: FRSC seeks arrest, prosecution of Abia Speaker, wife
By Okoro Obruche David
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has called for the arrest and prosecution of those involved in the recent shooting of two of its officials in Abia.
The Public Education Officer and spokesman of the Corps, Mr Bisi Kazeem, made the call on Tuesday while reacting to the reported dismissal of a Police Corporal, Iroh Orji, over the incident.
Orji, who was an orderly to the Speaker of Abia House of Assembly, allegedly pulled the trigger on the FRSC officials at their duty post on July 15.
US to give NSCDC what to fight Boko Haram
By Okoba Chagiluwa
The U.S. says it will train and provide technical support to personnel of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) to enhance its operations in the counter-terrorism campaign. Mr. Michael Bonner, the Senior Police Advisor, U.S. Embassy, stated this when he visited Ibrahim Abdullahi, the state NSCDC Commandant in Maiduguri on Tuesday.
Bonner said such support had become necessary in view of NSCDC’s contributions in promoting national security, especially in the protection of critical infrastructure. NSCDC “Absolutely, when you talk about safety and security in Nigeria, the primary concern is the North-East, and the state that needs attention the most right now is Borno. “It is a great opportunity to meet NSCDC officers and hear from you how the U.S can assist you? “We are also planning to train the NSCDC personnel on post-bomb blast investigation techniques. “We have already put in place some courses that will run strictly for the NSCDC on critical infrastructure protection.
The U.S. says it will train and provide technical support to personnel of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) to enhance its operations in the counter-terrorism campaign. Mr. Michael Bonner, the Senior Police Advisor, U.S. Embassy, stated this when he visited Ibrahim Abdullahi, the state NSCDC Commandant in Maiduguri on Tuesday.
Bonner said such support had become necessary in view of NSCDC’s contributions in promoting national security, especially in the protection of critical infrastructure. NSCDC “Absolutely, when you talk about safety and security in Nigeria, the primary concern is the North-East, and the state that needs attention the most right now is Borno. “It is a great opportunity to meet NSCDC officers and hear from you how the U.S can assist you? “We are also planning to train the NSCDC personnel on post-bomb blast investigation techniques. “We have already put in place some courses that will run strictly for the NSCDC on critical infrastructure protection.
Nigeria generated 24m tonnes of waste more than rice in 18 states in 2016 – Reports
By Okonkwo Perpetual
Nigeria currently generates 24 million tonnes of waste annually at refuse dumpsites across the country, (more than the total rice paddy produced in 18 states) an environmental expert has said.
The total rice paddy production in 18 states under the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN’s) Anchor Borrower Programme (ABP) of Nigeria in 2016 was estimated at 17,487,562 metric tons, the Growth and Employment in States (GEMS4) report on Nigeria’s rice production in 2016 stated.
The GEMS4 report is a programme funded by the United Kingdom Department for International Development (DfID).
However, Dr. Chukwukelo Chukwogo, the Managing Director of Boskel Nigeria, made the claim in the official bulletin of University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT), a copy of which was given to NAN in Port Harcourt on Tuesday.
Chukwogo made the claim when he delivered a lecture in the university.
He said the nation’s poor waste management culture had been having some adverse effects on the environment, while exposing the citizens to serious health challenges.
Kebbi is the most peaceful state in the history of Nigeria
By Okonkwo Perpetual
The chairman, Progressive Governors Forum, Chief Rochas Okorocha, has described Kebbi as the “most peaceful state in the history of Nigeria.’’ Okorocha made the statement on Tuesday in Birnin Kebbi, when he led members of the forum on a courtesy visit to the Emir of Gwandu, Alhaji Muhammadu Bashir.
“Kebbi State has track record of being a peaceful state since its creation,” he said, and commended Gov. Abubakar Bagudu and the people of the state for boosting the production of rice and wheat. He expressed satisfaction that Kebbi had placed Nigeria’s name on the map of countries in the world producing rice.
Okorocha said that members of the forum were in state to hold their meeting billed to commence on Tuesday. He said the meeting would deliberate on the various challenges facing the country and seek ways of assisting the Federal Government come out with policies that would have positive impact on the lives of Nigerians.
The chairman, Progressive Governors Forum, Chief Rochas Okorocha, has described Kebbi as the “most peaceful state in the history of Nigeria.’’ Okorocha made the statement on Tuesday in Birnin Kebbi, when he led members of the forum on a courtesy visit to the Emir of Gwandu, Alhaji Muhammadu Bashir.
“Kebbi State has track record of being a peaceful state since its creation,” he said, and commended Gov. Abubakar Bagudu and the people of the state for boosting the production of rice and wheat. He expressed satisfaction that Kebbi had placed Nigeria’s name on the map of countries in the world producing rice.
Okorocha said that members of the forum were in state to hold their meeting billed to commence on Tuesday. He said the meeting would deliberate on the various challenges facing the country and seek ways of assisting the Federal Government come out with policies that would have positive impact on the lives of Nigerians.
When Buhari Saw how much has been looted, he became sick
By Okoro Obruche David
Omoyele Sowore had a presentation at the Tracking Faulty Towers workshop which held at the University of Kent, London over the weekend where he said that President Buhari became sick after he discovered the amount that has been looted by previous administrations. According to him, there is no more corruption in Nigeria because there is no more money to steal.
“There is no corruption in Nigeria anymore because there is nothing else to steal and loot. When Buhari saw how much has been looted, he became sick. We are happy that Nigeria is no longer among the ten top countries in the world. Western countries accepting Nigeria and other countries stolen money should be the ones tagged corrupt. In my village, the custodian of stolen things is seen as the main criminal. People cannot steal in western countries because where to keep the stolen money is a challenge. The Western world made their system very difficult to steal and loot money.” he said Buhari saw how much has been looted, he became sick- Sahara Reporters publisher, Omoyele Sowore says
Don't show the World what your girl is managing, Vera advices less endowed men
By Okonji Ogechukwu Franklin
Kenyan socialite, model and hostess, Vera Sidika, who recently parted ways with her Nigerian Dubai-based businessman, Oriyomi Johnson, has stirred an hornet’s nest with her recent Instagram post, which is more or less, a piece of advice to less endowed men.
The booty queen,with a sensual picture of herself, says men with small manhood should not cheat on their girlfriends. Using her Kenyan local dialect she describes small manhood as Kibamia
“If you’re a man with a Kibamia , small or microscopic dick & you’re dating, you don’t deserve to cheat on your girlfriend. Why you wanna embarrass her by showing the world what’s she’s managing? All these niggaz will break a good girl’s heart & run into a chic like me? Don’t worry sis I’m his KARMA.
Kenyan socialite, model and hostess, Vera Sidika, who recently parted ways with her Nigerian Dubai-based businessman, Oriyomi Johnson, has stirred an hornet’s nest with her recent Instagram post, which is more or less, a piece of advice to less endowed men.
The booty queen,with a sensual picture of herself, says men with small manhood should not cheat on their girlfriends. Using her Kenyan local dialect she describes small manhood as Kibamia
“If you’re a man with a Kibamia , small or microscopic dick & you’re dating, you don’t deserve to cheat on your girlfriend. Why you wanna embarrass her by showing the world what’s she’s managing? All these niggaz will break a good girl’s heart & run into a chic like me? Don’t worry sis I’m his KARMA.
Any girl that falls into my trap js a goner-Kosere
By Okonji Ogechukwu Franklin
Suleiman Damola, better known as Kosere, a South African-based Nigerian pop artiste, was born and bred in Lagos, Nigeria. In this exclusive interview with Potpourri he talks on his music sojourn, strategy to break into the industry and more.
What’s your fascination with music and why did you delve into it?
I’m a pop artiste and a final year student currently studying Graphics and Web Design at Boot City College, South Africa. Music is part of me. I discovered music when I was in south Africa. I knew music was my talent and I have got what it takes; that is why I decided to go into music. Most of my friends are also into music.
What informed your decision to go into Pop music?
I have been listening to pop music since childhood. I was brought up in an Arabic school, so from then I learnt to face the crowd. I needed to build up my talent for the world to listen to, which is why I decided to do pop music.
Suleiman Damola, better known as Kosere, a South African-based Nigerian pop artiste, was born and bred in Lagos, Nigeria. In this exclusive interview with Potpourri he talks on his music sojourn, strategy to break into the industry and more.
What’s your fascination with music and why did you delve into it?
I’m a pop artiste and a final year student currently studying Graphics and Web Design at Boot City College, South Africa. Music is part of me. I discovered music when I was in south Africa. I knew music was my talent and I have got what it takes; that is why I decided to go into music. Most of my friends are also into music.
What informed your decision to go into Pop music?
I have been listening to pop music since childhood. I was brought up in an Arabic school, so from then I learnt to face the crowd. I needed to build up my talent for the world to listen to, which is why I decided to do pop music.
Game of thrones star sues ex-manager over 'Sham' deal
By Okonji Ogechukwu Franklin
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau who played the role of Ser Jaime Lannister in the seasonal Game of Thrones is reportedly suing his ex-manager over what he calls a ‘sham deal’
Nikolaj Waldau.
According to reports, the actor claims he had a verbal agreement with his ex-manager named Jill Littman to pay her 10% commission. He saiid he only signed a written deal when she told him it was required so her agency could sponsor his work visa. Nikolaj’s Danish.
Nikolaj filed docs on Friday saying his former manager, Jill Littman, tricked him into signing a contract in 2011 … and again in 2014 but Jill through her lawyer Howard King is insisting there was no trickery. She says Nikolaj signed the 2014 deal –then in 2015, when he wanted out … she says he promised he’d pay her commission for ‘GoT’ until it ends.
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau who played the role of Ser Jaime Lannister in the seasonal Game of Thrones is reportedly suing his ex-manager over what he calls a ‘sham deal’
Nikolaj Waldau.
According to reports, the actor claims he had a verbal agreement with his ex-manager named Jill Littman to pay her 10% commission. He saiid he only signed a written deal when she told him it was required so her agency could sponsor his work visa. Nikolaj’s Danish.
Nikolaj filed docs on Friday saying his former manager, Jill Littman, tricked him into signing a contract in 2011 … and again in 2014 but Jill through her lawyer Howard King is insisting there was no trickery. She says Nikolaj signed the 2014 deal –then in 2015, when he wanted out … she says he promised he’d pay her commission for ‘GoT’ until it ends.
Niw, actresses use charms to get Movie roles
By Okoro Obruche David
Making it in any movie industry the world over is never a child’s play venture; be it Hollywood, Bollywood or Nollywood. With beauty and brawn a dime a dozen, the battle is purely survival of the fittest. And if revelation of Nollywood actress, Chidinma Nwadike is anything to go by, even the fittest get some help, which according to her, is not very often healthy.
Actress, Chidinma Nwadike
The Ebenator Ekwe, Imo State-born actress, who shot into public glare in an epic movie ‘The Eagle Eyes’ some five years ago told Potpourri pointblank in a chat that over 80% of Nollywood actresses use charms to get movie roles.
“Yes, it is true 90% do Juju. When I first started as a walker pass and that was during the days of Saint Obi, Liz Benson, Emeka Ike, you go to auditions and win your roles by merits not by any favouritism. If you are not good you won’t get a role. You have to be good to get the best roles. But now, things are not the way it used to be.
Making it in any movie industry the world over is never a child’s play venture; be it Hollywood, Bollywood or Nollywood. With beauty and brawn a dime a dozen, the battle is purely survival of the fittest. And if revelation of Nollywood actress, Chidinma Nwadike is anything to go by, even the fittest get some help, which according to her, is not very often healthy.
Actress, Chidinma Nwadike
“Yes, it is true 90% do Juju. When I first started as a walker pass and that was during the days of Saint Obi, Liz Benson, Emeka Ike, you go to auditions and win your roles by merits not by any favouritism. If you are not good you won’t get a role. You have to be good to get the best roles. But now, things are not the way it used to be.
I Go Dye,Girdons,Salvador for Glo Laffta Fest in Ikeja
By Okoro Obruche David
Nigeria’s top comedians including I go Dye and Gordons as well as Salvador from Uganda will lead other comedians on Sunday, July 30 to the Ikeja edition of the mega comedy show, Glo Laffta Fest packaged by Nigeria’s foremost telecommunications company, Globacom.
The Ikeja show which will be held at 10 Degrees Event centre, Oregun is the 16th edition and will also parade other accomplished stand-up comedians like Dan D’Humorous, Bash and Acapella.
The Glo Lafta Fest has been held in different cities across the country in the last 15 weeks, featuring top stand-up comedians, including Basketmouth, Salvador from Uganda, Bovi Ugboma, I Go Dye, Acapella, De Don, Seyi Law, Bash, Senator, Dan D’Humorous, Kenny Blaq and Still Ringing, amongst others.
From Ikeja, the show will move to other twelve locations before it will be rounded off in October.
The show which will be anchored by Nollywood duo of Ebube Nwagbo and Uche Jombo, will also be graced by some of Nigeria’s best known Nollywood stars, including Richard Mofe-Damijo, Patience Ozokwor, aka Mama G, Funke Akindele of ‘Jenifa’ fame and popular Yoruba film actor, Odunlade Adekola.
In a press statement in Lagos on Friday, Globacom said “Glo Laffta Fest will avail the residents of Ikeja the opportunity to relax and enjoy themselves in an atmosphere of fun and laughter. It will be a night they will cherish for a long time to come,”
Speaking on the Sunday show, one of the comedians that will delight guests at the show, Dan D’Humorous said, “Come Sunday, the people of Lagos, especially the good people of Ikeja should expect nothing but the best from the wolf himself. It will be premium comedy in an unlimited fashion, Glo Style.”
Another comedian, Acapella called on Lagosians to come out en masse, assuring them that “It’s going to be an ‘unexplainable experience’ on Sunday. If you think there’s nothing new under the sun, then come to the Glo Laffta Fest on Sunday in Ikeja. It’s going to be absolutely refreshing.”
Glo subscribers who wish to attend the show are expected to use up to N2,000 credit within one month and text LOL with the location name to the short code 240; for example, “LOL Ikeja” to 240. Subscribers who do not meet this criterion but who wish to attend the show are requested to go to the event venue with N2000 to purchase airtime for their own use. They will then be entitled to a ticket.
Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State will host the next edition of the show, before going to other locations, such as FESTAC, Suleja, Kano, Anyigba, Lokoja, Port Harcourt, Onitsha, Makurdi and Ajah.
Nigeria’s top comedians including I go Dye and Gordons as well as Salvador from Uganda will lead other comedians on Sunday, July 30 to the Ikeja edition of the mega comedy show, Glo Laffta Fest packaged by Nigeria’s foremost telecommunications company, Globacom.
The Ikeja show which will be held at 10 Degrees Event centre, Oregun is the 16th edition and will also parade other accomplished stand-up comedians like Dan D’Humorous, Bash and Acapella.
The Glo Lafta Fest has been held in different cities across the country in the last 15 weeks, featuring top stand-up comedians, including Basketmouth, Salvador from Uganda, Bovi Ugboma, I Go Dye, Acapella, De Don, Seyi Law, Bash, Senator, Dan D’Humorous, Kenny Blaq and Still Ringing, amongst others.
From Ikeja, the show will move to other twelve locations before it will be rounded off in October.
The show which will be anchored by Nollywood duo of Ebube Nwagbo and Uche Jombo, will also be graced by some of Nigeria’s best known Nollywood stars, including Richard Mofe-Damijo, Patience Ozokwor, aka Mama G, Funke Akindele of ‘Jenifa’ fame and popular Yoruba film actor, Odunlade Adekola.
In a press statement in Lagos on Friday, Globacom said “Glo Laffta Fest will avail the residents of Ikeja the opportunity to relax and enjoy themselves in an atmosphere of fun and laughter. It will be a night they will cherish for a long time to come,”
Speaking on the Sunday show, one of the comedians that will delight guests at the show, Dan D’Humorous said, “Come Sunday, the people of Lagos, especially the good people of Ikeja should expect nothing but the best from the wolf himself. It will be premium comedy in an unlimited fashion, Glo Style.”
Another comedian, Acapella called on Lagosians to come out en masse, assuring them that “It’s going to be an ‘unexplainable experience’ on Sunday. If you think there’s nothing new under the sun, then come to the Glo Laffta Fest on Sunday in Ikeja. It’s going to be absolutely refreshing.”
Glo subscribers who wish to attend the show are expected to use up to N2,000 credit within one month and text LOL with the location name to the short code 240; for example, “LOL Ikeja” to 240. Subscribers who do not meet this criterion but who wish to attend the show are requested to go to the event venue with N2000 to purchase airtime for their own use. They will then be entitled to a ticket.
Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State will host the next edition of the show, before going to other locations, such as FESTAC, Suleja, Kano, Anyigba, Lokoja, Port Harcourt, Onitsha, Makurdi and Ajah.
We will not Be Deterred By Naysayers- Lai Mohammed
By Okoro Obruce David
Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed has said that no amount of attacks by naysayers will deter the Federal Government from repositioning the creative sector.
Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed has said that no amount of attacks by naysayers will deter the Federal Government from repositioning the creative sector.
Leave President Buhari Alone,Health Issues Not for Political Jamboree,I Go Dye chides Nigerian Politicians
By Okoro Obruche David
One of Nigeria’s leading stand-up comedians and United Nations World Habitat Ambassador, Francis Agoda, known popularly as I Go Dye, has sent out a word of caution to Nigerian politicians
and government officials to desist from wasting the tax payers’ money to visit President Muhammadu Buhari who’s recuperating in a London hospital.
The humour merchant, made the statement in the wake of reports that the National Assembly members plan to visit the President after some top APC members and some governors have already visited the number one citizen, saying, it is utterly unnecessary, when there are so many national issues begging their attention.
One of Nigeria’s leading stand-up comedians and United Nations World Habitat Ambassador, Francis Agoda, known popularly as I Go Dye, has sent out a word of caution to Nigerian politicians
and government officials to desist from wasting the tax payers’ money to visit President Muhammadu Buhari who’s recuperating in a London hospital.
The humour merchant, made the statement in the wake of reports that the National Assembly members plan to visit the President after some top APC members and some governors have already visited the number one citizen, saying, it is utterly unnecessary, when there are so many national issues begging their attention.
Rather than arrest, Northern Leaders beg Arewa Youths to review order
By Okoro Obruche David
Following entreaties from prominent northern leaders, The Arewa Youths Coalition has agreed to consider dropping its October 1 vacation threat to all Igbos living in northern states, and said it will make an official announcement following a review in a matter of days.
Although Governor Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna State had called for their arrest, they continued to freely meet and hold public press conferenes without rescinding the declaration, under no actual threat of arrest whatsoever.
Many continue to wonder why the security agencies have appeared powerless against the group, given the far-reaching national security implications of their inciting comments.
The group’s spokesman, Abdulaziz Suleiman, stated that as fallout of consultations, the quit notice would be reviewed and an announcement made afterwards.
Following entreaties from prominent northern leaders, The Arewa Youths Coalition has agreed to consider dropping its October 1 vacation threat to all Igbos living in northern states, and said it will make an official announcement following a review in a matter of days.
Although Governor Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna State had called for their arrest, they continued to freely meet and hold public press conferenes without rescinding the declaration, under no actual threat of arrest whatsoever.
Many continue to wonder why the security agencies have appeared powerless against the group, given the far-reaching national security implications of their inciting comments.
The group’s spokesman, Abdulaziz Suleiman, stated that as fallout of consultations, the quit notice would be reviewed and an announcement made afterwards.
We'll reject restructuring done by Buhari Govt
By Okorho Ese Iroro
Apex-Igbo socio-cultural organisation, yesterday, took a swipe at the leadership of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, for allegedly ordering that the November 18, 2017 governorship election in Anambra State should not be conducted.
This came as Stakeholders of Willie Obiano 2nd Tenure Organisation expressed worry over the threat, pleading with IPOB to rescind its decision. Buhari in Igbo attire This is even as Ohanaeze Youths Council, OYC, said it would reject any restructuring of Nigeria carried out by the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari, saying it would not reflect equity and fairness.
Apex-Igbo socio-cultural organisation, yesterday, took a swipe at the leadership of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, for allegedly ordering that the November 18, 2017 governorship election in Anambra State should not be conducted.
PDP CRISIS:Supreme Court Dismisses Sheriff's Appeal
By Okolo Onoamaka Jessica
THE Supreme Court yesterday reserved judgment on an appeal challenging the affirmation of Senator Ali Modu Sheriff as National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
THE Supreme Court yesterday reserved judgment on an appeal challenging the affirmation of Senator Ali Modu Sheriff as National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Sultan of Sokoto says Mambilla Plateau violence not targeted at any tribe
By Nkechi Gift
The Sultan of Sokoto, Dr. Muhammad Abubakar, on Friday said that the recent crisis in Mambilla Plateau, Taraba State, was not targeted at any tribe
The Sultan of Sokoto, Dr. Muhammad Abubakar, on Friday said that the recent crisis in Mambilla Plateau, Taraba State, was not targeted at any tribe
In Delta,APC Sufffers setback as 500 Members Defect to PDP
By Okoh Blessing Efua
The All Progressives Congress in Ughelli South Council Area of Delta State has suffered another setback as over 500 members defected o the Peoples Democratic Party owing to the leadership crisis rocking the state chapter of the party.
The defecting members led by a former House of Assembly aspirant of the party, Olorogun Samson
Okomitie, saying there was no future for the APC in the state.
Okomitie, who spoke during the defection in Ekakpamre community on Saturday, said they had decided to dump the ruling party at the centre following the lingering leadership crisis
rocking the state and council leadership of the party in the state.
He noted that with the unresolved leadership tussle in the state chapter, there was no hope
that the party could win any elective election in the 2019 General Election in the Country.
The defectors who were received by Ughelli
South PDP Chairman, Mr Djegbe Oshetigho and other party leaders from the area, saying the
party was open and ready to receive members of the opposition parties ahead of the 2019 elections
The All Progressives Congress in Ughelli South Council Area of Delta State has suffered another setback as over 500 members defected o the Peoples Democratic Party owing to the leadership crisis rocking the state chapter of the party.
The defecting members led by a former House of Assembly aspirant of the party, Olorogun Samson
Okomitie, saying there was no future for the APC in the state.
Okomitie, who spoke during the defection in Ekakpamre community on Saturday, said they had decided to dump the ruling party at the centre following the lingering leadership crisis
rocking the state and council leadership of the party in the state.
He noted that with the unresolved leadership tussle in the state chapter, there was no hope
that the party could win any elective election in the 2019 General Election in the Country.
The defectors who were received by Ughelli
South PDP Chairman, Mr Djegbe Oshetigho and other party leaders from the area, saying the
party was open and ready to receive members of the opposition parties ahead of the 2019 elections
Liverpool Fans Give Thumbs-up to Standing Areas
By Okoh Blessing Efua
English Football fans pressing for standing areas to be re-introduced received a major boost on Monday when Liverpool supporters voted by a landslide majority for it to happen.
Fans of Liverpool before the preseason friendly match between Hertha BSC and FC Liverpool at Olympiastadion on July 29, 2017 in Berlin.
Their support is especially significant given the 1989 Hillsborough disaster which resulted in 96 Liverpool fans being killed in crushes caused by over-crowding in the Leppings Lane standing area.
In a week-long poll run by the club’s biggest independent supporters’ group Spirit of Shankly (SoS), 88 per cent of the nearly 18,000 fans who took part voted in favour of rail seating.
Rail seating can be flipped down or locked. into an upright position, with safety barriers separating each row,
Clubs in England’s top two divisions have been legally required to have all-seater grounds since the measure was recommended by the 1990 Taylor Report into Hillsborough.
“It’s an incredible turnout, we aren’t aware of such numbers voting before,” said SoS chairman Jay McKenna in a statement.
“It demonstrates to us that we were right to have this discussion and that supporters, families and survivors want to have their say. After nine months of discussion, we have now had the vote and it will be taken as the position for Spirit Of Shankly.
“The size of the turnout majority means that no one can be in any doubt that supporters have had their say and made an informed decision.”
However, McKenna added further discussions should take place given the sensitivity of the issue to those who lost loved ones at Hillsborough.
“We say to anyone who is campaigning for this to understand sensitivities and respect the views of those who disagree,” he said.
“Those who have been through incredible heartache and tragedy have every right to be heard and to ask important questions about safety.
“It was important in our conversations to have these answered. It would be wise for that to take place elsewhere.”
The vote comes in the wake of last week’s approval of third tier English side Shrewsbury’s move to create a safe standing area, which would have a capacity of around 500, in their Montgomery Waters Meadow arena.
The Sports Ground Safety Authority gave their seal of approval last Wednesday.
Shrewsbury are looking to raise up to £75,000 (84,000 euros) to fund the cost of becoming the first all-seater stadium in England and Wales to introduce safe standing before the end of the 2017-18 season.
The Premier League recently wrote to its 20 clubs asking if they would be interested in taking part in a trial to reintroduce standing sections in their grounds.
Scottish Premiership champions Celtic last season installed 2,600 rail seats at Parkhead in a move that was considered a success.
English Football fans pressing for standing areas to be re-introduced received a major boost on Monday when Liverpool supporters voted by a landslide majority for it to happen.
Fans of Liverpool before the preseason friendly match between Hertha BSC and FC Liverpool at Olympiastadion on July 29, 2017 in Berlin.
Their support is especially significant given the 1989 Hillsborough disaster which resulted in 96 Liverpool fans being killed in crushes caused by over-crowding in the Leppings Lane standing area.
In a week-long poll run by the club’s biggest independent supporters’ group Spirit of Shankly (SoS), 88 per cent of the nearly 18,000 fans who took part voted in favour of rail seating.
Rail seating can be flipped down or locked. into an upright position, with safety barriers separating each row,
Clubs in England’s top two divisions have been legally required to have all-seater grounds since the measure was recommended by the 1990 Taylor Report into Hillsborough.
“It’s an incredible turnout, we aren’t aware of such numbers voting before,” said SoS chairman Jay McKenna in a statement.
“It demonstrates to us that we were right to have this discussion and that supporters, families and survivors want to have their say. After nine months of discussion, we have now had the vote and it will be taken as the position for Spirit Of Shankly.
“The size of the turnout majority means that no one can be in any doubt that supporters have had their say and made an informed decision.”
However, McKenna added further discussions should take place given the sensitivity of the issue to those who lost loved ones at Hillsborough.
“We say to anyone who is campaigning for this to understand sensitivities and respect the views of those who disagree,” he said.
“Those who have been through incredible heartache and tragedy have every right to be heard and to ask important questions about safety.
“It was important in our conversations to have these answered. It would be wise for that to take place elsewhere.”
The vote comes in the wake of last week’s approval of third tier English side Shrewsbury’s move to create a safe standing area, which would have a capacity of around 500, in their Montgomery Waters Meadow arena.
The Sports Ground Safety Authority gave their seal of approval last Wednesday.
Shrewsbury are looking to raise up to £75,000 (84,000 euros) to fund the cost of becoming the first all-seater stadium in England and Wales to introduce safe standing before the end of the 2017-18 season.
The Premier League recently wrote to its 20 clubs asking if they would be interested in taking part in a trial to reintroduce standing sections in their grounds.
Scottish Premiership champions Celtic last season installed 2,600 rail seats at Parkhead in a move that was considered a success.
Matric Reunites with Mourinho At Mancheater United
By Okowa Doris
Serbian international midfielder Nemanja Matic signed for Manchester United on Monday from Premier League champions Chelsea, the buying club announced, for a reported fee of £40 million ($52.7m, 44.7m euros).
It is the second time United manager Jose Mourinho has invested in the 28-year-old’s talents having brought him back to Chelsea in 2014 after a successful spell with Benfica.
Matic signed a three-year contract with United with the option to extend it by a year.
The boss: "Nemanja is a Manchester United player and a Jose Mourinho player."
“Nemanja is a Manchester United player and a Jose Mourinho player,” Mourinho told the club website.
“He represents everything we want in a footballer: loyalty, consistency, ambition, team player.
“I would like to thank him for his desire to join us because without that, it would be impossible to have him here. I am sure our players and supporters will love him.”
Matic played just 65 minutes for Chelsea in his first period at the club before being part of the deal that saw David Luiz move to Chelsea and him move in the opposite direction to Benfica in 2011.
He said Mourinho’s presence at United had made it an easy decision.
“I am delighted to have joined Manchester United. To work with Jose Mourinho once again was an opportunity I couldn’t turn down,” he told the club website.
“I have enjoyed my time at Chelsea and would like to thank the club and the fans for their support. I cannot wait to meet my new team-mates and to start training with them.
“This is a very exciting time for the club and I am looking forward to playing my part in creating more history for this great club.
Serbian international midfielder Nemanja Matic signed for Manchester United on Monday from Premier League champions Chelsea, the buying club announced, for a reported fee of £40 million ($52.7m, 44.7m euros).
It is the second time United manager Jose Mourinho has invested in the 28-year-old’s talents having brought him back to Chelsea in 2014 after a successful spell with Benfica.
Matic signed a three-year contract with United with the option to extend it by a year.
The boss: "Nemanja is a Manchester United player and a Jose Mourinho player."
“Nemanja is a Manchester United player and a Jose Mourinho player,” Mourinho told the club website.
“He represents everything we want in a footballer: loyalty, consistency, ambition, team player.
“I would like to thank him for his desire to join us because without that, it would be impossible to have him here. I am sure our players and supporters will love him.”
Matic played just 65 minutes for Chelsea in his first period at the club before being part of the deal that saw David Luiz move to Chelsea and him move in the opposite direction to Benfica in 2011.
He said Mourinho’s presence at United had made it an easy decision.
“I am delighted to have joined Manchester United. To work with Jose Mourinho once again was an opportunity I couldn’t turn down,” he told the club website.
“I have enjoyed my time at Chelsea and would like to thank the club and the fans for their support. I cannot wait to meet my new team-mates and to start training with them.
“This is a very exciting time for the club and I am looking forward to playing my part in creating more history for this great club.
Suoer Eagles striker,Taiwo Awoniyi joins Royal Excel Mouscron on loan
By Okowa Doris
Super Eagles and Liverpool striker, Taiwo Awoniyi will spend the duration of the 2017-18 season on loan at Royal Excel .
Awoniyi The striker, who signed for Liverpool in August 2015, joins up with the Belgian side following the beginning of their league campaign on Sunday.
Awoniyi spent last term with NEC Nijmegen, for whom he scored three goals, having previously embarked on a loan stay at FSV Frankfurt in
Super Eagles and Liverpool striker, Taiwo Awoniyi will spend the duration of the 2017-18 season on loan at Royal Excel .
Awoniyi The striker, who signed for Liverpool in August 2015, joins up with the Belgian side following the beginning of their league campaign on Sunday.
Awoniyi spent last term with NEC Nijmegen, for whom he scored three goals, having previously embarked on a loan stay at FSV Frankfurt in
Ndidi charges Leicester Team-mates To Up their Game
By Okolo Onoamaka Jessica
Leicester midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi has urged his team mates to improve on their form as the club have struggled to keep up with their preparations for the new season.
Leicester midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi has urged his team mates to improve on their form as the club have struggled to keep up with their preparations for the new season.
Olympics:LA agrees to host 2028 Games,Paris set for 2024
By Okolo Onoamaka Jessica
Los Angeles formally announced its intent to host the 2028 Summer Olympics on Monday after agreeing a deal with Games officials that paves the way for Paris to host in 2024.
“The Los Angeles Olympic and Paralympic bid committee in cooperation with the International Olympic Committee (IOC), today announced its intention for Los Angeles to host the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games 2028 and its agreement with the Host City Contract 2028,” the LA bid committee said in a statement, confirming earlier comments from city officials.
The deal, trumpeted as a “win-win-win” for Los Angeles, Paris and the IOC, will bring the Summer Olympics to Los Angeles for a third time, after the city staged the Games in 1984 and 1932.
Los Angeles had been in a race with Paris for 2024, with the winner to be named by the IOC on September 13 in Lima.
Los Angeles formally announced its intent to host the 2028 Summer Olympics on Monday after agreeing a deal with Games officials that paves the way for Paris to host in 2024.
“The Los Angeles Olympic and Paralympic bid committee in cooperation with the International Olympic Committee (IOC), today announced its intention for Los Angeles to host the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games 2028 and its agreement with the Host City Contract 2028,” the LA bid committee said in a statement, confirming earlier comments from city officials.
The deal, trumpeted as a “win-win-win” for Los Angeles, Paris and the IOC, will bring the Summer Olympics to Los Angeles for a third time, after the city staged the Games in 1984 and 1932.
Los Angeles had been in a race with Paris for 2024, with the winner to be named by the IOC on September 13 in Lima.
Nigeria Has become Africa's Table Tennis Hub-Derek Abreta
By Okorho Ese Iroro
Ahead of ITTF Nigeria Open: Nigeria is fast becoming Africa’s table tennis hub, says Ghana’s Derek Abrefa.
The staging of the annual ITTF Challenge Nigeria Open ‘Lagos 2017’ coupled with the rating of its players among the best in the world, Nigeria is fast becoming the hub of table tennis in Africa, says Ghana’s Derek Abrefa.
Abrefa, who was voted the 2016 Ghana’s Table Tennis Star of the Year, believes hosting of the Nigeria Open has given more African players the chance to make it to the world ranking as well as improve their rating in the globe.
The 25-year-old University of Cape Coast undergraduate said: “I must say Nigeria is becoming the home of table tennis in Africa. But I must also say Ghana is also on the verge of becoming one of the top African countries that will first be mentioned when we talk of table tennis. The Nigeria Open gives Africans the opportunity to meet world top table tennis players as well as give and expose African table tennis players on what the game is all about. Since most African countries are developing countries, most sports athletes don’t get the opportunity to be exposed outside the continental level to meet higher and experienced players due to inadequate support from the government.
And since Nigeria Open is a recognised ITTF tournament, it enables others who are battling with sponsorship issue to be able to participate and secure a good ranking in the world.”
The Ghanaian star is also not giving up on his team chances in Lagos, saying, “Ghanaians have prepared for this competition and I must say our efforts will pay us off well. Our target is to come and return back to Ghana with a medal. We stand a chance of winning a medal.
For his expectations in Lagos, he said: “My expectation for this tournament is to be able to move a step ahead of where I was in my last participation. I have prepared so well for this competition and all I hope and pray is that draw favours me also because in every competition, one needs to get a good place in the draw. I am expecting myself to put up a better performance.”
On African players’ chance, the Ghanaian number one said: “I am expecting Africans to fight for the ultimate prize since Europeans always defend every trophy that falls within their continent. We can make it and we must make sure we keep the trophy in Africa.”
Ahead of ITTF Nigeria Open: Nigeria is fast becoming Africa’s table tennis hub, says Ghana’s Derek Abrefa.
The staging of the annual ITTF Challenge Nigeria Open ‘Lagos 2017’ coupled with the rating of its players among the best in the world, Nigeria is fast becoming the hub of table tennis in Africa, says Ghana’s Derek Abrefa.
Abrefa, who was voted the 2016 Ghana’s Table Tennis Star of the Year, believes hosting of the Nigeria Open has given more African players the chance to make it to the world ranking as well as improve their rating in the globe.
The 25-year-old University of Cape Coast undergraduate said: “I must say Nigeria is becoming the home of table tennis in Africa. But I must also say Ghana is also on the verge of becoming one of the top African countries that will first be mentioned when we talk of table tennis. The Nigeria Open gives Africans the opportunity to meet world top table tennis players as well as give and expose African table tennis players on what the game is all about. Since most African countries are developing countries, most sports athletes don’t get the opportunity to be exposed outside the continental level to meet higher and experienced players due to inadequate support from the government.
And since Nigeria Open is a recognised ITTF tournament, it enables others who are battling with sponsorship issue to be able to participate and secure a good ranking in the world.”
The Ghanaian star is also not giving up on his team chances in Lagos, saying, “Ghanaians have prepared for this competition and I must say our efforts will pay us off well. Our target is to come and return back to Ghana with a medal. We stand a chance of winning a medal.
For his expectations in Lagos, he said: “My expectation for this tournament is to be able to move a step ahead of where I was in my last participation. I have prepared so well for this competition and all I hope and pray is that draw favours me also because in every competition, one needs to get a good place in the draw. I am expecting myself to put up a better performance.”
On African players’ chance, the Ghanaian number one said: “I am expecting Africans to fight for the ultimate prize since Europeans always defend every trophy that falls within their continent. We can make it and we must make sure we keep the trophy in Africa.”
Freestyle football:Feet 'n' Tricks redeems prizes worth #20m
By Okorho Ese Iroro
Organisers of the first Nigerian National Freestyle Football championship, Feet ‘n’ Tricks International Limited in conjunction with its major sponsor, GAC Motors, Federal Inland Revenue and VFD
Organisers of the first Nigerian National Freestyle Football championship, Feet ‘n’ Tricks International Limited in conjunction with its major sponsor, GAC Motors, Federal Inland Revenue and VFD
2018 FIFA World Cup: Adepoju optimistic of Eagles qualification
By Okorho Ese Iroro
Former Super Eagles midfielder, Mutiu Adepoju has said that Nigeria’s chances of qualifying for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia is ‘very realistic’.
Former Super Eagles midfielder, Mutiu Adepoju has said that Nigeria’s chances of qualifying for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia is ‘very realistic’.
Nigeria should not expect easy ride to Russia-Troussier
By Okolo vivian
Erstwhile coach of the Super Eagles, Phillippe Troussier says he wishes to see Nigeria in next year’s World Cup while also charging the team to believe in itself.
super eagles.
Erstwhile coach of the Super Eagles, Phillippe Troussier says he wishes to see Nigeria in next year’s World Cup while also charging the team to believe in itself.
super eagles.
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