Nigeria In The Eyes of The Copernican Universe

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The field on which the bearings base is Coctus Spectablis, that is an average wild flower found throughout Nigeria.

The country Nigeria, officially noted now as the Federal Republic of Nigeria, is a federal political republic comprising thirty-six states and one Federal Capital Territory. Nigeria is stationed in West Africa and shares land borders with the Republic of Benin in the west, Chad and Cameroon in the east, in addition to Niger in the northeast. Its margin lies on the Gulf of Guinea, part of the Atlantic Ocean, in the south. The City of governmental seat Of Nigeria is Abuja.. The public of Nigeria have an boundless history, in addition to archaeological proof shows that man residence of the area dates back to  9000 BC. The Benue-Cross River area is thought to be the original homeland of the Bantu migrants who spread over nearly all of central and southern Africa in waves amid the 1st millennium BC and the 2nd millennium AD.

Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa and the eighth nearly all populous homeland in the earth together with a residents of over 160 million. The nation is listed among the "Next Eleven" economies, in addition to is one of the fastest growing in the earth together with the Interhomelandal Monetary Fund projecting growth of 7% in 2012. The flag of Nigeria was shaped in 1959 and first ostensibly hosted on October 1, 1960. The green bands describe the forests in addition to abundant homemade wealth of Nigeria whilst the white strip stands for peace. The designer was a person actively learning from Ibadan, by name Michael Taiwo Akinkunmi. The Homelandal Anthem, "Arise, O Compatriots" was picked in 1978. The lyrics are an alliance of words and phrases taken from five of the best entrants in a national discussion. The words were induce to music by the Nigerian Police Assembly under the directorship of Benedict Elise Odiase.

The Nigeria Coat of Arms constitutes in addition to describe so thousands things about the homeland. The black shield present image ofs the good earth of Nigeria. The silver wavy bin addition tos represent the rivers Niger and Benue. The white horses (the two supporters) show dignity. The eagle present image ofs strength. The wreath is in the colors of the Nigerian flag.  The Nigerian Political territoryal Pledge is a patriotic declaration or covenant made to the country, with an obligation to live in accordance with its laws, rules or regulations; it is an affirmation, promise or undertaking made to show one's love, loyalty and respect for his fatherlin addition to. The Nigerian Pledge runs like this:
I pledge to Nigeria my homeland
To be faithful, loyal and honest
To serve Nigeria with all my strength
To defend her unity
And uphold her honour and Glory
So help me God.

Why We Picked Obasanjo In 1999 - Babangida

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Former Head of State, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, yesterday explained the rationale behind the selection of former President Olusegun Obasanjo in 1999.

Featuring on a weekly Guest-of-the Week programme of Liberty FM, a private radio station in Kaduna, Babangida said they picked General Obasanjo because they needed somebody who can save the country from disintegration.

“The emergence of Obasanjo came as a result of what happened in the country. The country was in a very serious crisis and we had to find the solution to these problems. Therefore we need a leader. A leader who is known in the country. “So, we looked for a man who has been involved in the affairs of this country, who held position either in the military or in the cabinet and who has certain beliefs about Nigeria. All of us that were trained in the armed forces, there is one belief that you cannot take away from us, we believe in this country because this is part of our training. We fought for this country.

REVEALED: How B.H planned to bomb President Jonathan’s jet

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The alleged recovery of three anti-aircraft guns, two technical vehicles mounted with anti-aircraft stands and 10 rocket propelled grenades, in a cache of arms, in Maiduguri, on Friday, lent credence to the claim of the plot to attack the president’s plane.

Main suspect in India gang rape/murder commits suicide in his cell

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Police said the suspect hanged himself around 5am this morning in his prison cell...but his lawyer and parents are claiming he was murdered. 

"Ram did not kill himself. He had no reason to. He was murdered," his father said.

"This is not a suicide. He was kept in isolation, with at least four special guards posted outside his cell. We suspect foul play" his lawyer said

33 year old Ram Singh was the driver of the New Delhi bus on which a 23 year old student was gang raped and fatally beaten on December 16 2012. The woman later died from injuries sustained from the attack. Six suspects were arrested and if convicted, could face the death penalty. (Read the original story HERE)

Terrorists kill four in Kano drive-by shooting

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Four persons were killed in drive-by shooting on Sunday by gunmen driving around on a tricycle  in an area of Kano.

The gunmen first struck at Dakata Bus Stop before moving to Dakata Kawaji area opposite a graveyard near the Custom’s barrack, where they shot two persons.

One of the gunmen, it was learnt, carried an AK 47 assault rifle wearing a dark blue kaftan.

Security agencies were said to have arrived the scene about 10 minutes after the gunmen had fled  to evacuate the victims. The identities of the victims were not immediately known. (Punch Nigeria)

Genevieve Nnaji's AMVCA white Open Bo-bs dress is designed by Bridget Awosika (photos)

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