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Sunday 31 July 2016

LASG Warns Traditional Rulers Against Using Fake Special Vehicle Number Plates

Lagos State governor, Akinwunmi Ambode

Lagos State Government has warned traditional rulers and their relations against indiscriminate use of fake vehicle number plates.

This is contained in a statement issued by Adebayo Taofiq, Head, Public Affairs, Lagos State Environmental Task Force and made available to newsmen on Sunday in Lagos.

Zayn Malik on the Cover of Elle UK September 2016 Issue, opens up on exit from One Direction”

Singer & Songwriter Zayn Malik is the latest star to grace the cover of Elle UK Magazine.

For the September 2016 issue, the 23-year old shares what it was like to leave One Direction, his style inspiration, his relationship with model girlfriend Gigi Hadid and more.

Here’s an excerpt from the magazine:

The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) has disqualified Nigerian Athlete Tosin Adeloye from participating in the 2016 Olympics scheduled to take place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

According to THISDAY Sports, Adeloye was disqualified after she tested positive to a banned substance at the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) Super Grand Prix/Warri Relays which took place in Warri, Delta State on July 24, 2015.

A Customs officer allegedly shot and injured a trailer driver in Onne Seaport, Rivers state, yesterday. According to an eyewitness, the officer shot and injured the driver for no reason. In protest, the trailer drivers union shut down the port and used trailers to block the customs exit gate.

U.S. presidential candidate Hillary Clinton said on Thursday the challenges facing Americans demand steadyleadership and a collective spirit, contrasting her character with what she described as a “dangerous and volatile Donald Trump“. In the biggest speech of her more than 25-year-old career in the public eye, Clinton accepted the Democratic presidential nomination for the November 8 election with a promise to

make the U.S. a country that worked for everyone.

Scores of militants have been reportedly killed in a joint military operation codenamed “Operation Awatse” launched in the Arepo area of Ogun State and some parts of Lagos State.

The attack was on the base of the suspected militants that have been terrorising residents in the area.

According to PUNCH, a resident said:

Reacting to a Thursday ruling by Justice Okon Abang of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leadership has said that its National Convention slated for August 17 will hold as scheduled.

Abang had declared that the party’s national convention that held on May 21 2016 in Port Harcourt was illegal. He therefore ruled that the constitution of the National Caretaker Committee led by Ahmed Makarfi at the convention was illegal, declaring every action taken by the committee as nullity.

A woman left in a phone box as a baby has reunited with the Nigerian man who found her 22 years ago, Metro UK reports. Kiran Sheikh was two hours old when she was abandoned at a call box in Forest Gate, east London on April 30, 1994. The mother, who was trapped in a violent relationship, gave birth on the floor in her bathroom, dumped the child then called Samaritans, urging them to come quickly for the baby.

The United Nations has temporarily suspended aid deliveries in Borno State after a humanitarian convoy was attacked, the UN children’s agency Unicef said on Thursday. Unicef said in a statement that unknown assailants attacked the convoy on Thursday as it returned to Maiduguri from delivering aid in Bama, injuring a Unicef employee and an International Organization for Migration contractor.

The Turkish government has appealed to the Federal government to close down the 17 Nigerian-Turkish International Colleges (NTIC) in Nigeria, saying they all belong to Fetullah Gulen accused of sponsoring the July 15th failed military coup in Turkey.

Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala and husband Ikemba celebrate 37th Wedding Annniversary

Former Nigerian Minister of Finance, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo Iweala and her husband, Ikemba Iweala are celebrating their 37th wedding anniversary today. The couple have 4 children. Their son, Uzodimma Iweala, the author of the novel 'Beasts of No Nation'. Uzodimma Iweala took to his Instagram today, to celebrate his parents.

Three Nigerians and one Indonesia were executed by firing squad shortly after midnight local time, reports say. Those who were executed have been named as three Nigerians - Seck Osmane, Humphrey Jefferson Ejike, Michael Titus Igweh and one Indonesian Freddy Budiman.

John Mikel Obi has denied media reports making the rounds in Nigeria that he gave 30,000 dollars to his team –mates in the U23 team presently camping in Atlanta, USA. Speaking from the team's camp at the Hyatt Place, the Captain of Team Nigeria to the Rio Olympics was furious:

Minister of Transportation, Chibuike Amaechi, has denied allegations that he embezzled money meant for the development of Rivers state when he was governor. Amaechi said this while speaking at a stakeholders’ forum on corruption organised by the Federal Ministry of Justice in Abuja today July 28th.

Apert syndrome is a genetic disease in which the seams between the skull bones close earlier than normal. This affects the shape of the head and face.
Apert syndrome can be passed down through families (inherited) as an autosomal dominant trait. This means that only one parent needs to pass on the faulty gene for a child to have the condition.

Some cases may occur without a known family history.

A Federal High Court siting in Abuja has nullified the national convention held by the Peoples Democratic Party on May 21 in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital.
It was at that convention that the National Working Committee of the party led by former Governor Ali Modu Sheriff was dissolved and a caretaker committee led by former Governor Ahmed Markarfi was constituted.

Women love dressing up. So the fact that they face wardrobe challenges everyday cannot be ignored. Wearing fashionable outfits that are well matched, coordinated and suitable for the occasion or weather, doesn't make life simple.
While you do take extra caution in checking our outerwear in all aspects, the same doesn't hold true when it comes to your inner wear.
Yes ladies, deep down inside we all know this is a fact and if it is so...it's time to revamp your underwear collection!!

Nigeria's Dream team are presently in Atlanta, USA training ahead of Rio 2016.

A lawyer and human rights activist, Malcom Omirhobo, on Thursday filed a suit at a Federal High Court in Lagos, challenging the ban of the sales of petrol in jerry cans. The applicant is suing for himself and on behalf of other Nigerians.

The funeral rites for ex-Super Eagles captain and coach Stephen Keshi is underway.

Keshi passed on to glory on June 8th 2016 in Benin City, Edo State.

Speaking at the funeral mass held at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Benin, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President, Amaju Pinnick said that the federation will honour the former soccer icon.

American Football player Russell Wilson has been a very supportive partner to Ciara and also a great stepdad to her son Baby Future.

Although he limits his comments in public about them, he has always found a way to show how important that relationship is to him, even though it has been questioned if Future Jnr. should call him “papa” and more.

The family of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Okunade Sijuwade Olubuse II, the 50th Ooni of Ife has fixed the date for his first year Remembrance.

The two-day event will kick off on Thursday, July 28th 2016, with a Thanksgiving Service at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Ayegbaju, Ife. This will then be followed by a grand reception at the Castle of Mercy, Ede Road, Ile-Ife.

PIC.13.THE SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, REP. YAKUBU DOGARA USING THE GAVEL AT THE INAUGURATION OF THE 8TH NATIONAL ASSEMBLY IN ABUJA ON TUESDAY (9/6/15). 3013/9/6/2015/CH/BJO/NAN

House Speaker, Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara

The war between the former Chairman, House Committee on Appropriations, Hon. Abdulmumin Jibrin and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt Hon. Yakubu Dogara became tougher on Wednesday after Dogara gave Jibrin a seven day ultimatum to “tender an unreserved apology” to him and “retract all allegations” made against him or face legal action.

A group of lawmakers at the House of Representatives who go by the name 'Transparency Group’ have called on the EFCC to investigate claims of budget padding leveled against Speaker Yakubu Dogara and three other principal officers of the House by sacked chairman of the House Committee on Appropriation, Abdulmumin Jibrin.

A traditional ruler in Oyo state, the Atapa of Itapa Ijesa, Dr. Olapade Agoro, has threatened to file a lawsuit against Senator Dino Melaye over his verbal attack on Senator Remi Tinubu during the senate plenary early this month. Speaking to the Nation at his palace yesterday, Agoro who is a politician and religious leader said

Kim Kardashian Rubs Blac Chyna's Baby Bump on Snapchat

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Blac Chyna is already part of the family.
Rob Kardashian was noticeably M.I.A. at his grandma MJ Campbell's birthday bash Tuesday, but his pregnant fiancée joined the Kardashian family's celebration at The Marine Room. Kim Kardashian posed for a Snapchat video with her future sister-in-law, telling fans, "Hey, guys. It's going down in San Diego tonight." She then turned around and rubbed the model's baby bump. Scott Disick, Corey Gamble, Kris Jenner, Khloe Kardashian, Kourtney Kardashian and Kris Jenner joined the E! stars in celebrating MJ's birthday at the French seafood restaurant.

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Dakshayani is the world's oldest living elephant and will soon be entered into the Guinness Book of World Records. According to the India Times, Dakshayani lives in Kerala and is 86 years old. The elephant is owned by the Travancore Devasom Board -- they have contacted the Guinness Book and have requested that their elephant be officially documented.

Photographer TY Bello today shared a new photo of baby Hadiza who made headlines after photos of her malnourished body hit the internet. TY caught up with her mother during a photo shoot in Borno recently and took photos of Baby Hadiza. TY wrote;

Basketmouth & Wakawaka Entertainment Announces New Canada Tour Dates

Wakawaka Entertainment and Basketmouth announce September for The Lords of the Ribs with Basketmouth Canada Tour.
Basketmouth will be touring 4 cities in Canada: Vancouver, Winnipeg, Calgary and Toronto. The exact dates in September will be announced shortly.

Thursday 14 July 2016

Jamie Dornan & Dakota Johnson Film 'Fifty Shades Freed' Beach Scene!

Dakota Johnson and Jamie Dornan were spotted in the south of France on Tuesday shooting the second Fifty Shades of Grey sequel, Fifty Shades Freed.
The two stars were filming a beach scene on the rocky coast before hitting the waves on a jet-ski in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France; a scene that takes place (spoilser alert!) during the couple's honeymoon.

Indonesia plans to put 16 death-row convicts to death this year, including a Nigerian and a Zimbabwean, Attorney-General H.M. Presetyo said on Wednesday. Asked if there were any foreigners among the convicts to be executed, Prasetyo told reporters:

The Keeping Up With The Kardashians star Kylie Jenner, is Allure Magazine‘s cover girl for their August issue. Inside, the magazine interviews the beauty entrepreneur on her life as part of the Kardashian klan, her popular lip kits that sell out in minutes and of course, her famous lips.

Governor Ayo Fayose of Ekiti state has held on to his claim that first lady, Aisha Buhari‘s name was mentioned in the Halliburton Scandal.

The acting Public Affairs Officer, U.S Consulate General, Lagos, Frank Sellin had said that U.S “had no information to provide on the matter”

Fayose, through his lawyer, Mike Ozekhome said that Aisha’s name appeared “conspicuously” on the 22nd page of the judgment delivered by the court which convicted American Congressman, Williams Jefferson in 2009.

Senator Ali Modu Sheriff

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)‘s disputed chairman, Senator Ali Modu Sheriff, on Wednesday insisted that only his faction of the party could present a candidate for the upcoming governorship election in Edo.

He therefore called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to obey an Abuja Federal High Court order, which reinstated him as National Chairman of the party.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) said on Wednesday that it did not reach any agreement with the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) to sponsor the salaries of the incoming Super Eagles’ Head Coach.

A statement by Ademola Olajire, NFF’s Assistant Director of Communications, said that the report of the agreement in some sections of the media was just an imagination from the writers.

Eerie image of fatal motorbike crash shows ghostly shape floating above the victim.

It is possibly the greatest question never to be answered: What happens to us after we die? For those who believe in an afterlife, this image might just held to confirm their suspicions. Taken by truck driver Saul Vazquez in Powell County, Kentucky, on Tuesday evening, it appears to show the moment a man's soul left his body.

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has stated that his administration will work towards the accreditation of all the academic programmes of the Kenule Beeson Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic, Bori.
He also stated that the state government will start with the upgrade of the school's workshops and laboratories.

Dino Melaye denies instigating impeachment proceedings against Pres. Buhari

Dino Melaye has released a statement denying media reports that he is instigating impeachment proceedings against President Buhari. Read the statement below.

Senators said to be loyal to Senate President Bukola Saraki and his deputy Ike Ekweremadu, have reportedly threatened to impeach President Buhari over their trial for alleged forgery of the Senate Standing Rules 2015.

Danish aid worker, Anja Ringgin Loven shared new photos of the orphaned children, including Hope, the little boy branded a witch and left for dead in Uyo, Akwa Ibom.

"I found this outfit for Hope and he just loved it and put on the biggest smile!. Hope, the village chief :-)" she captioned a cute photo of Hope wearing traditional outfit.

A Nigerian man was arrested on Tuesday, July 12 by joint elements of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency Region 3 (PDEA RO-3) and PDEA-National Capital Region (PDEA-NCR) in a drug sting inside a resto bar along Don Juan Sumulong Highway in Barangay Sto. Niῆo, Marikina City, Philippine.

Benue state governor, Samuel Ortom, says it is unfortunate that no herdsman has been arrested by security operatives since they started carrying out attacks on residents of the state. Governor Ortom said this in an interview with Channels TV;

Mr. President Sir, Once again I am compelled to voice out my bewilderment at the stumbling and wobbly kind of governance we have had since you came onboard. I wonder what you are doing right now. I wonder if our tears, pains and hopelessness affect you in anyway. I wonder if you are the one in charge or some other people

Award winning artiste, Yemi Alade, and Geniuzz of Effyzzie Music Group have been officially unveiled as the brand ambassadors for the social digital wallet, Nairabox.

Announced at the official press conference on the 12^th July 2016 at the the Nairabox headquarters in Lagos the two musicians will be the face of the Nairabox brand.

The United States government says it has no information on the allegations leveled against the first lady, Aisha Buhari concerning the Halliburton Scandal.

This is contained in an email sent to PUNCH‘s Correspondent by the acting Public Affairs Officer, US Consulate General, Lagos, Frank Sellin on Tuesday.

I warned my wife three weeks ago about preaching in the morning- Husband of murdered RCCG preacher laments

Elijah Olawale, the bereaved husband of RCCG evangelist, Eunice Olawale, who was murdered while she was preaching at Bwari, Abuja on Saturday July 9th, said he warned his wife about preaching in the morning two weeks ago. Speaking with The Sun, Elijah said;

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