Edwin Clark claims Reuben Abati sabotaged Jonathan

Notable Ijaw leader Chief Edwin Clark has accused former Spokesperson to former President Jonathan, Reuben Abati, of sabotaging his efforts while he was in office. Clarke said this in response to Abati's article in which he accused Clark of not recognizing Jonathan as a "son" anymore because he was out of office. In an email sent to Premiumtimes, Clarke said 

"My advice that a publicity committee made up of eminent journalists be put in place in Aso Rock and that media proprietors and senior journalists should be invited to Aso Rock were jettisoned by Abati because of what I suppose is his covetousness, particularly when many journalists and media houses always complained to me that he was not carrying them along.

See How Kano State Governor Is Sleeping In Public

Some people are saying Governor Abdullahi Ganduje is another sleeping governor, who falls asleep in many of the public functions he attend. Mister Governor, check yourself. This sure calls for concern!

Check Out Actress Juliet Ibrahim Without Those Big Assets

This was what the beautiful actress looked like about 12 years ago when she started without any of those big assets guys are admiring. But check out what she looks like today, with the assets...

Photos of the PDP Senators who Walked Out Bcos of Amaechi

PDP Senators staged a walkout on Thursday evening in defiance of Rotimi Amaechi's confirmation. They were led by minority leader, Godswill Akpabio who later addressed the press. See more photos

Five Most Senior Customs Officers Resign All At Once

  A source said that their decision to resign is no unconnected with the appointment of Col. Amid Ali by President Muhammadu Buhari as the new Comptroller General of Customs, rather than pick one of them who are the most senior officers. See their official letter

Amaechi's Confirmation Victory

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has described the confirmation of the immediate past Governor of the State, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, as a Minister by the Senate as a victory over the forces of darkness.

“These dark forces as represented by Caretaker Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike, went to absurd lengths in their plot to stop Amaechi from becoming a Minister but Almighty God has used President Muhammadu Buhari and the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to scatter their evil plans,”

Mikel Obi, Obafemi Martins and 21 others make Super Eagles list for World Cup qualifiers next month

Super Eagles coach Sunday Oliseh has invited 23 players to the national team ahead of the World Cup qualifiers against Swaziland next month. He has handed a recall to Seattle Sounders frontman Obafemi Martins after more than two years absence, with his last appearance in a Super Eagles shirt coming against Kenya in a World Cup qualifier in March 2013.

The Super Eagles will tackle Swaziland in the first leg on November 13, while  the return leg is at the Adokiye Amiesiamaka Stadium in Port Harcourt four days later.

Majek Fashek urges the government to rehabilitate mental health patients

According to Reggae icon, Majek Fashek, who is battling drug alcohol abuse & just came out rehab, 'mental health is very important in the lives of people and a nation.' Speaking at the 46th Annual General Conference and Scientific Meeting of the Association of Psychiatrists in Nigeria (APN) in Lagos, themed 'Mental Health as a Driver for Positive Change', he said, 

Read footballer Samuel Eto'o's 'strong' statement on Boko Haram

Former Cameroon captain Samuel Eto'o is using his fame for a good cause as he has now given a strong statement against the deadly terrorists called Boko Haram ravaging the Northern part of Nigeria. The former Barcelona and Chelsea star has set up the Yellow Whistleblower FC foundation to raise funds and awareness to help people fleeing Nigeria and Cameroon amid the increasing amount of attacks from Boko Haram militants.

Senate confirms Mahmud Yakubu as INEC chair, 4 commissioners

The senate has confirmed the nomination of Professor Mahmud Yakubu as INEC Chairman and four INEC Commissioners namely Antonla Taiye Okoosi Simbine for North-central, Alhaji Baba Shettima Arfo for North-east, Mohammed Mustafa Lecky for South-south, Amina Zakari for North East and Soyebi Adedeji Solomon for South-west. They were all screened today October 29th.

These mesmerising photos show a flock of starlings in flight

 The birds fly so close together in order to ward of predators and stay warm. More photos after the cut

Pres. Buhari Arrives in India – PHOTOS

  

Kendall and Kylie Jenner make Time magazine's list of The 30 Most Influential Teens of 2015

Sisters Kendall 19 and Kylie Jenner 18, have both been selected as The top 30 most influential teens of 2015 by Time magazine. Kendall Jenner has an amazing modelling career and she has the most-liked photo in Instagram history.
While Kylie Jenner is the most-watched teenager in the world thanks to her audience of 60 million across social media, her hair extension business and her best-selling mobile app.

Michael Jackson is world’s top-earning dead celebrity, earned $115m this year

According to Forbes, Michael Jackson is the top earning dead celebrity, earning an astonishing $115million this year. In his more 30 years solo career, the King of Pop made an impressive over $1.1 billion. But it seems he has proved even more lucrative since his death, making a further $999 billion since 2009.

Abacha Loot Is “Too Big” To Handle – World Bank Confesses

The greed of our leaders is on another level! Activists of the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) are said to have contacted officials at the World Bank, demanding for information about the status of recovered funds looted by the late Nigerian Head of State, Sani Abacha, which is reportedly over $11.3 billion.

We Are Not Interested In Anything Like Biafra – Itsekiri Leaders

The Itsekiri ethnic nationality of Delta State has dissociated itself from the calls for creation of a country, Biafra Republic out of Nigeria as being drummed by some Igbo interest groups in the South.

The Itsekiri Leaders of Thought, ILT, expressed the group’s concern over the Igbo agitation in a statement on Tuesday by its Chairman, Pa Johnson Ayomike and Secretary, Edward Ekpoko. The leaders say they are very disturbed that the proposed Biafra Republic as widely reported in the social media includes the whole of Delta State.

Emenike Says Decision to Quit Super Eagles Has Nothing to do with Oliseh

Emmanuel Emenike‘s decision to quit the Super Eagles team shortly after Vincent Enyeama‘s dramatic exit definitely raised eyebrows, especially with rumours circulating about tension between Sunday Oliseh and Enyeama.

However, Emenike has set the record straight, clarifying that there is no beef between he and Oliseh.

According to Daily Post, Emenike said:

Horrific Accident occurs on Obosi-Nkpor Road in Anambra

 

During the early hours of today, a horrific accident occured on Obosi-Nkpor Road in Anambra State.

According to a blogger who broke the news online,

The accident happened around 2am today tuesday 27th October. Three vehicles were involved.

New Ooni of Ife speaks Out for the First Time

 

The Ooni-elect has spoken out. Yesterday, it was announced that Prince Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi will be crowned as the New Ooni of Ife. He was suddenly thrust into the international spotlight with all eyes on him. 

Female NTA Newscaster Disarms Robber who Tried to Rob Her

Strong lady! A suspected armed robber is now in police net in Benin, Edo State, after the lady he attempted to rob disarmed him. The victim, a female newscaster with the Nigeria Television Authority (NTA), was said to have given the suspect, identified as Stanley, the fight of his life when he tried to rob her.

The strong lady succeeded in collecting the robber’s pistol from him.
The suspect was handed over to policemen from Oba Police Station, Benin. During interrogation, Stanley mentioned names of his gang members. The police went after the gang and arrested five members. The leader of the gang is, however, still at large. The newscaster, who wished to remain anonymous, said she went to Benin from Lagos, for a wedding when the incident occurred.

Nullification of Wike's election by Rivers tribunal is embarassing- Mimiko

The Ondo state governor, Olusegun Mimiko has described as embarrassing, the Saturday October 24th judgement of the Rivers state election tribunal which nullified the election of Nyesom Wike as governor of the state. Mimiko gave his reaction to the judgement while speaking with journalist in Akure, the Ondo state capital yesterday October 26th.

Spanish singer can't contain her joy as she meets the Pope (photos)

A Spanish flamenco singer could hardly contain her emotions after she met Pope Francis at the Paul VI Hall ahead of his visit to a large Roma gypsy camp in Italy. The Pope was treated to various exhibitions of traditional gypsy dance and singing, with Ms Medina dedicating her song, which accompanied by classical guitar, to Jesus. See more photos after the cut...

Lagosians react to plan by Ambode to purchase Helicopters for traffic and security management

Lagos state governor on Sunday announced plans by his government to purchase three helicopters that will help in tackling the increasing traffic and security challenges in the state. Some Nigerians took to twitter to criticize his plans. Read more after the cut..

Lagos commissioner sends out letter demanding to be addressed by her professional title

There is a silent uneasiness within the Lagos state Civil service over a letter sent by the newly appointed commissioner for Youth & Social Development, Uzamat Akinbile-Yusuf (left) to the office of the Chief of Staff demanding that she be addressed using her professional title as a Pharmacist.

The letter, titled "Re:Appointment of the newly sworn Honorable Commissioners" which was sent out on Wednesday October 21st and signed by the permanent secretary Ministry of Youth and Social Development, Adenle O.F, reads in part;

Diamond Platnumz wins Best African/Indian Act at the 2015 MTV EMA

MILAN, ITALY – OCTOBER 25: (EXCLUSIVE COVERAGE) Diamond Platnumz poses for a portrait before the MTV EMAs at the Mediolanum Forum on October 25, 2015 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Dave Hogan/MTV 2015/Getty Images for MTV)

Tanzanian music star Diamond Platnumz won the Best African/Indian Act award at the 2015 MTV EMA which took place in Milan last night. He beat African musicians including Nigeria’s Davido and Yemi Alade, SA’s AKA and Ivorian DJ Arafat as well as leading Indian musicians to win the MTV prize.

Amaechi Hits Hard On Wike, Exposes His Financial Deals

Minister-designate, Rotimi Amaechi, has accused the embattled Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, of diverting a N45bn loan his administration took. He revealed this on Sunday at a thanksgiving service organised to mark the October 25 Supreme Court rulung that made him governor in 2007.

He said, “I borrowed N300bn and I paid N245bn back and I left about N15bn. But now, they are not borrowing to pay contractors. Rather they are borrowing for themselves. 

“Borrow to pay contractors not for your purse. They have borrowed N45billion and nobody is seeing it. If you put N45bn in the state economy, the state will be bouncing. They will employ more workers, pay them and you will see things working.”

See Photos From Actress Susan Peters Traditional Marriage

Nollywood actress Susan Peters is not joking. She took her Oyinbo husband to her hometown in Benue State for traditional rites on Saturday October 24, 2015. Check out

Graduate Confesses: How I Hacked into people's Bank Account

A graduate of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomosho, Oyo State, Babatunde Fatai, who is about to begin the mandatory national youth service programme, said he posed as a genuine lover to defraud foreign women and men whom he met on dating sites.

Fatai, who has been arrested by the Oyo State Police command for various Internet crimes, including hacking into bank accounts of many people in and outside Nigeria, had once been arrested for robbery and arraigned in court but granted bail.