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Kolapo Olapoju
September 25, 2014

1,000 people get quick cash via Twitter and Facebook using Sterling Bank’s Social Lender [DETAILS]

by Jewel Stephen With over a 1,000 beneficiaries, it can be stated that Sterling Bank Plc has successfully pioneered the disbursement of quick cash to customers online under the Social Lender Scheme launched by the Bank in July 2014. Social lender which is a first in Nigeria is a peer-to-peer lending solution using the social... Read More
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September 25, 2014

For raping and impregnating a woman, man gets life

by Azubuike Azikiwe A resident of Osun, Obafemi Kolawole has been sentenced to life imprisonment for rape, by a High Court sitting in Ilesha, Osun State. Obafemi was charged on a one-count charge of rape, an offence which is contrary to Section 358 of the Criminal Code Cap 34 vol. II, Laws of State of... Read More
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September 25, 2014

“2015 elections will be open and transparent” – GEJ tells the world at UN General Assembly

by Laila Ibrahim President Goodluck Jonathan has reiterated his determination to ensure that 2015 general elections will be conducted in accordance with global best practices, in order to further strengthen Nigeria’s democratic institutions. Jonathan met with the United Nations Secretary-General, Mr. Ban Ki Moon and the British Prime Minister, Mr. David Cameron before leaving New... Read More
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September 25, 2014

Cable thief electrocuted at transformer sub-station in Katsina

by James Sambo An unidentified man, believed to be a cable vandal has been found dead near a transformer sub-station in Katsina. On Wednesday, 24 September, the lifeless body of the middle aged man was found near a transformer at a popular open air theatre along Jibiya road, in Katsina. Workers of the Katsina State History and... Read More
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September 25, 2014

Photo of the day: ‘Winches and Winzards’ are using Lagos traffic to delay destinies

by Kolapo Olapoju Now, this is beyond hilarious! Lagos traffic is one of the worst, among major cities of the world, with several hours being spent in traffic within the metropolis on a daily basis. For several reasons, traffic is commonplace every other day, be it in the morning or evening. Lagosians are known to... Read More
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September 25, 2014

“I didn’t do it” || Asamoah Gyan denies involvement in the drowning of Ghanaian rapper and girlfriend

by Azubuike Azikiwe Months after the death of Ghanaian rapper, Castor, Asamoah Gyan, who was a witness to the drowning which claimed the life of Castro and his girlfriend, has released a statement denying his involvement in the murder of Ghanaian rapper Castro, real name, Theophilus Tagoe. Castro, a close friend of Gyan, went missing... Read More
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September 25, 2014

Ebola gets a special envoy: United Nations’ boss appoints David Nabarro

by Kolapo Olapoju Ban Ki-Moon, the United Nation’s Secretary General has appointed David Nabarro as the Special Envoy for Ebola, and Anthony Banbury as the Special Representative and Head of the United Nations Missions for Ebola response (UNMEER). The double appointment comes on the heels of the unanimous adoption of Security Council resolution 2177 (2014)... Read More
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September 25, 2014

Six arraigned by EFCC for fishing in the wrong waters

by Kolapo Olapoju On Wednesday, 24 September, six men were arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, for unauthorised/illegal fishing. The men, who were arrested by the Nigerian Navy on 27 March, were arraigned alongside their company, Oshine Resources Ventures Limited, before Justice Ibrahim Buba of the Federal High Court, sitting in Lagos. The... Read More
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September 24, 2014

Another kidnap! Chinese expatriate abducted by gunmen in Kogi

by Azubuike Azikiwe A Chinese national, who was a government consultant in the country, has been kidnapped by gunmen, from his residence in Kogi state, on Tuesday, 23 September. Kogi police spokesperson, Elvis Aguebor confirmed the abduction saying, “The incident happened in the early hours of Tuesday when armed men stormed the official residential quarters... Read More
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September 24, 2014

“He treats me like a slave” || “She sleeps around” – Couple beg court to end their marriage

by Azubuike Azikiwe Ayo Bamisaye, a housewife, is seeking dissolution of her 10-year-old marriage, citing the incessant extra marital affair of her husband. She filed a suit on 6 September, asking the court to end her marriage with Mr Goke Bamisaye on the grounds of adultery, brutality and lack of care for her and her... Read More
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September 24, 2014

Statistics bureau denies releasing report about 85% employment rate and creation of millions of jobs

by Tunji Andrews Contrary to reports making the rounds, the National Bureau of Statistics, has come out to refute headlines saying Nigeria created 1,500,000 jobs in 6 months nor did Nigeria record an employment rate of 85%. The NBS in collaboration with the Central Bank of Nigeria, Ministry of Labour & Productivity, National Directorate of Employment... Read More
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September 24, 2014

“I grew up as a farm boy” || 10 things we learnt from Atiku Abubakar’s presidential declaration

by Kolapo Olapoju Former Vice President of Nigeria, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar has declared his intention to contest the 2015 presidential elections on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Atiku made the declaration on Wednesday, 24 September, at the Yar Adua centre, Abuja, and in his speech, he harped on the struggles of being a... Read More
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September 24, 2014

“He asked for divorce seven times” || Doris Simeon talks about ex-hubby, Daniel Adenimokan

by Damilola Jagun Nollywood actress Doris Simeon has revealed that her ex-husband, movie producer/director, Daniel Adenimokan, requested for divorce from her at least seven times before they eventually went separate ways. In a recent interview on Television Continental’s breakfast show, ‘Your Views’, she spilled the beans on her marriage which was apparently troubled for a... Read More
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September 24, 2014

62-year-old man jailed five years for raping pitbull puppy

by Damilola Jagun James Guy Bull, a 62-year-old Florida man has been sentenced to five years in prison for raping his 8-month-old pitbull puppy, Coco. Earlier in the year, in March, some of Bull’s neighbours reported to authorities that they had seen him fondling the puppy’s private parts on several occasions, while another neighbour claimed... Read More
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September 24, 2014

Nowhere to hide: Fifty members of #BokoHaram nabbed on the run

by James Sambo Nigerian troops have arrested 50 fleeing members of the Boko Haram sect in Biu local government of Borno state. The insurgents, who were hidden in a truck, were travelling from the Damboa axis of the state to Gombe. According to a security source, the suspects confessed to being fighters of the Islamic sect,... Read More
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September 24, 2014

The beat was hot – Abakaliki man beaten to coma by co-tenants over loud music

by Azubuike Azikiwe   For all those who love to listen to music from their stereos with volume turned to the highest, you might have a rethink after reading the following. Some tenants with a low level of tolerance have beaten a co-tenant to stupor for playing music from his stereo at the highest volume. Last... Read More
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September 24, 2014

Man reports self to police after butchering wife over infidelity

by Iyobosa Omorogie A man has been arrested in Delta state, after reporting himself to the police, following the murder of his wife over claims of sexual immorality. The accused, Michael Akpore, a native of Urhiephron, Ughelli South LGA, killed his 32-year-old wife, Julia Akpore, for allegedly being promiscuous. He reportedly lured her to a bush... Read More
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September 24, 2014

“PDP is finished” || “2015 election will be tough” – Buhari and Oyegun have some words to share with you

by Azubuike Azikiwe As the year draws to a close, and the 2015 elections become the subject matter among Nigeria’s political circles and beyond, politicians have begun to engage in rabble rousing to influence public perception and leaning. On Tuesday, 23 September, during the formal reception of Kogi PDP decampees into the party at the... Read More
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September 24, 2014

Here we go again! Another musician, Tony Tetuila hops aboard the political train

by Kolapo Olapoju Apparently, every Nigerian wants his piece of the national cake, which is evidently in abundance. In the past couple of months, several entertainers have declared their intention to venture into politics, with some even taking it a step further by commencing campaign, case in point, Alapomeji artiste, 9ice. Former Remedies singer, Tony... Read More
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September 24, 2014

South Africans protest TB Joshua’s planned visit as Zimbabwean family accuses him of telling lies

by Kolapo Olapoju Catherine Ndlovu, a 40-year-old woman from Bulawayo, the second largest city in Zimbabwe, paid thousands of dollars to visit Nigeria to seek divine intervention for ailing daughter, but her mission was futile, as she died in the 12 September collapse of the hotel building in T.B. Joshua’s Synagogue Chrch of all Nations.... Read More
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September 24, 2014

Are you a young entrepreneur in/around Surulere? Apply to be one of 10 candidates for #SurulereStartups || Top 3 businesses to access $150,000 in cash and support

by Damilola Jagun Entries have now opened for the second stream of #SurulereStartups – where 10 young people running businesses 1 – 3 years old will be selected for an 8-week televised boot camp. 3 winning businesses will win access to over $150,000 in cash, media inventory and business incubation. “#SurulereStartups is the first stream... Read More
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September 24, 2014

Finally! T.B. Joshua apologises to South African government……or something like that

by Kolapo Olapoju Almost two weeks after a hotel building collapsed in the premises of the Synagogue Church of all nations, and claimed the lives of several people, 84 of which were South Africans, Prophet T.B. Joshua, founder of the church has sent a condolence message to the South African government. The hotel building came... Read More
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September 24, 2014

LOL! This is why Nigeria has been so successful at containing the Ebola virus

by Kolapo Olapoju It is no longer news that the World Health organisation has commended Nigeria for halting the spread of the Ebola virus disease, as no case of the virus has been recorded in the country for over a week. While many affected nations and other parts of the world have wondered how Nigeria,... Read More
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September 23, 2014

Army spokesman, @GENOlukolade, is confused about the release or otherwise of the Chibok girls

by Kolapo Olapoju Earlier today, it was reported by the British Broadcasting Corporation, BBC, that some of the Chibok girls kidnapped in April by Boko Haram militants, had been released. A top military source had claimed that two Toyota Hiace buses loaded with the girls were driven into the Maimalari Barracks, the headquarters of the 7th... Read More
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September 23, 2014

Nigerian diplomats owing over $500,000 in parking tickets in New York

by Damilola Jagun According to the United States’ Department of Finance, New York City is being owed over $16 million in unpaid parking tickets issued to foreign diplomatic vehicles. Over 180 countries are in the list, which is topped by Egypt with nearly $2 million in outstanding debt as of this summer. The Wall Street... Read More
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September 23, 2014

Davido, Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, others nominated for ‘Best African Act’ at the MOBO awards

by Kolapo Olapoju Several Nigerian stars have been nominated for the ‘Best African Act category’ for the 2014 MOBO Awards. Davido, Dr Sid, Tiwa Savage, Wizkid, Yemi Alade, were the Nigerians nominated in the category which also includes Afrikan Boy, DJ Clock, Fuse ODG, Mafikozolo, and Mista Silva. At the 2013 edition of the awards,... Read More
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