Oyocracy- Nigeria’s New Order

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It seems Adolf Hitler was right after all. Those who champion the cause of revolution and lead men, are not men of letters but orators. Humans tend to respond more to emotion and expression than some coalition of alphabets written in ink. From Winston Churchill to Frederick Douglass, Cicero, Kwame Nkrumah, Nelson Mandela, Barack Obama, Nnamdi Azikiwe , Tafawa Balewa to mention but a few, the power of an orator is not in doubt . Humans buy into great speech no matter the motive behind it and with a good delivery spiced with some dramatic acts, telling someone to jump off a cliff has never been easier.

Commanders-in-chief: From 1960 To Date

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Nigeria became an independent nation on 1 October, 1960 and a republican country three years later and it was then we began having a Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces starting with Dr Nnamdi Azikiwe who was the ceremonial Head of State. It was only during the First Republic when the office was separated from that of the Prime Minister or the President. Alhaji Tafawa Balewa was the only Head of the Government who was not the Commander-in-Chief because we were practising the Parliamentary System of Government imposed by the British government.
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War on Terror: 1,200 Nigerian security personnel leave for Russia

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By Ben Agande
About 1,200 Nigerian security personnel including members of the Armed Forces, the police and members of the Department of State Services, DSS, have so far left Abuja for anti-insurgent training in Russia.
Their departure for training as Special Forces, security sources said, followed alleged snub or nonchalant attitude of both the United Kingdom and United States towards Nigeria in her fight against Boko Harm terrorists.
Saturday Vanguard gathered that 400 security personnel left the Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport in a chattered aircraft at about 5pm weekend, accompanied by top security officers as well as Russian instructors who had been in the country to part of the initial selection process for the officers and men that would take part in the training.Army-Jonathan
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War on Terror: 400 Nigerian security personnel leave for Russia

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About 400 Nigerian security personnel made up of members of the Armed Forces, Police and Department of State Services left Abuja Sunday evening for Russia where they are to undergo training as Special Forces to beef up the country’s fight against terrorism.

Vanguard gathered that the security personnel left the Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport in a chattered aircraft at about 5pm and were accompanied by Nigeria Security officers as well as Russian instructors who had been in the country to part of the initial selection process of the men and officers that would take part in the training.

Enugu Govt Declares Thursday as Public Holiday because of Pres. GEJ's Rally

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On Thursday, September 25, markets, banks and schools in Enugu State won't open for business as a result of rally to be held in honour of President Goodluck Jonathan's reelection efforts. A statement signed by the Commissioner for Information, Mr. Chuks Ugwoke, explained that the vacation “was allow Enugu State citizens and other residents to participate fully in the rally in honour of His Excellency, President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, GCFR, organized by the Enugu State Movement for the Re-election of President Jonathan.” The rally will hold on Thursday at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu by 10:00 am. The statement also advised relevant authorities to observe the directive while urging Enugu citizens to honour the President by turning out en-masse at the rally.

DSS Arrests NTA Reporter over ₦50M Bribe Demand

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The Niger State command of the Department of State Services (DSS) on Monday paraded Sampson Oghenedoro, a 28-year old staff of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) for demanding N50 million from the state government to stop him from broadcasting a story on alleged fraudulent activities within the government.

According to DailyTrust, the suspect was paraded at the state command in Minna and the state of director, Dr. Larry Obiagwu, said Sampson was picked up by his men at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja while on his way to Minna to collect the said amount.
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GEJ's steward among 305 people to get National Honours

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President Jonathan has approved the award of 2013/2014 National Honours to 305 Nigerians and friends of Nigeria. One of those to be award is the Head Presidential Steward, Mr Isaac Onuh, who will be awarded Member of the Order of the Niger (MON).

The award ceremony will take place on Monday, September 29, 2014 at the International Conference Centre, Abuja. Find the list of all the awardees after the cut...
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Court stops FG from sacking resident doctors

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National Industrial Court, NIC, yesterday in Lagos,  restrained the Federal Government through the Chief M\edical Directors of 37 medical institutions across the country from terminating the appointment of the resident doctors.
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Kuje Residents Kick against FG Citing Ebola Isolation Centre in their area.

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 Residents of Kuje in Nigeria’s federal capital territory went berserk when news filtered in that federal ministry of health has chosen the only general hospital in the town to serve as referral centre for detecting Ebola virus in the victims.

Reports say that the hospital, usually populated with patients from Kuje and nearby villages, was chosen as Ebola referral centre because of its closeness to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport where passengers from international flights are expected to be taken  for screening as they arrived Nigeria.

FG sensitises airport workers on Ebola dangers

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The Federal Government on Thursday commenced workers’ sensitisation on Ebola at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, and the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos.

A statement by the Coordinating General Manager, Aviation Parastatals, Mr. Yakubu Datti, said the workers were from different agencies operating at the two major international airports.

He said the employees  were sensitised by Port Health officials on the dangers posed by the Ebola virus and how to prevent the spread of the virus in the work place, home and the community.

Oby Ezekwesili detained and later released by SSS at Abuja Airport

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METROOby Ezekwesili detained and later released by SSS at Abuja AirportBy GistPlaza | July 21, 2014 0 CommentsssdFormer Minister of Education and #bringbackourgirls convener Obi Ezekwesili, was this morning detained by SSS agents at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, as she tried to leave the country for London.Mrs Ezekwesili immediately took to twitter to announce her detention. She said she was heading to London to appear on the BBC Hardtalk programme but was prevented from boarding her flight by security operatives who confiscated passport. She was later released and allowed to board her 8a.m British Airways flight. See her tweets below

Six People Electrocuted In Anambra During Burial Ceremony

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During the burial ceremony of a chieftain of Nnanka community, Anambra State, James Ibe on Saturday, six persons were electrocuted by a 33kv High Tension wire.

According to reports, the tragic incident happened when the victims were erecting canopies for the burial ceremony of the deceased – the men had lifted the canopy to place it in the appropriate spot when the tip of the canopy touched the 33kv high tension wire and got the six severely electrocuted with one person dying instantly.
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16 YEARS AFTER: Day Abiola Died. ....release me, then we’ll talk

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He was so rich he could afford to provide tea for all Nigerians. But, it was a cup of tea he took that led to his demise. As a businessman, he had investments in 102 countries. As a philanthropist, he donated, in 1991, N120 million to all higher institutions in the country, among others. As a chief, he bagged more traditional titles than any other Nigerian. After his arrest in 1994, he was not released until his death in 1998. GABRIEL AKINADEWO writes on the 16th anniversary of the death of the presumed winner of the June 12, 1993 presidential election, Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO) Abiola.

He died without fulfilling his promises to give Nigerians the desired future. He died, looking at the conspirators in the face. At that last moment, when his soul was going, he must have told himself: “Finally, I have been outsmarted”.

Sanusi's Grandfather was dethroned as Emir Of Kano over Financial Impropriety, Will SLS follow the same fate? Must Read

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Did you know that in May 1962, on the departure of the British colonial administrator and then Governor of Northern Nigeria, Sir Gawain Westray Bell (1909-1995), many people in the North and beyond including Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi, late Emir of Kano and grandfather of the former Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, (who now become the Emir of Kano, felt that the Sardauna of Sokoto (1938-1966) and Premier of Northern Nigeria, Sir Ahmadu Bello (1909-1966) might follow the example of Chief Obafemi Awolowo (1909-1987), ppointing the then Ooni of Ife, Oba (Sir) Adesoji Aderemi (1889-1980), as Governor of Western Region, by recommending an emir to be Governor of the North?

Prof. Dora Akunyili's Body arrives Nigeria

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The body late professor. Dora Akunyili was this night received by members of her family as well as the former Governor of Anambra state, Mr Peter Obi at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International airport, Abuja . Her body, accompained by her husband Dr Chike Akunyili and younger brother Dr. Anayo Edemobi , was flown into Nigeria in a personal jet and sent to a mortuary in Nigerian capital in an Ambulance.  Speaking with newsmen, Peter Obi Plans burial for the late academician will begin sharply.

Nyanya Bomb blast: Suspected Masterminds Uncovered (Photo)

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The State Security Service (SSS) also known as Department of State Services (DSS) has carried out a detailed investigation into the ‪#‎Nyanya‬bombings which has led to the arrest of some suspected masterminds of the attacks. Find below details of the Press Briefing.

Recall that on 14th April, 2014 at El-Rufai Motor Park, Nyanya, a bomb explosion occurred which resulted in the death of 74 people, leaving several others injured. As investigation was ongoing, another bomb blast occurred on 1st May, 2014. Following these incidents, and in line with Security Forces commitment to bringing to book perpetrators of evil in our society, a thorough investigation was initiated which led to the arrest of some suspected masterminds of the attacks. They include:

Abuja bombing: SSS declares ex-soldier wanted, parades five suspects

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nyanya bomb blast suspects

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DSS paraded 5 suspects and announced a N25 million reward for information on masterminds.

The Department of State Security, SSS, has declared Rufai Tsiga, a suspected mastermind of the Nyanya Motor Park bombing of April 14, wanted. The service also declared an ex-soldier, Aminu Ogwuche, wanted for being an accomplice.

Thieves From Hell Snatch 20 Children in Calabar in 3 Months

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Vanguard

April 12, 2014

With over 20 kids abducted in three months in Calabar, the stories surrounding their disappearance are like tales from the moon, but what is happening to kids between the ages of three and six in the Cross River State capital, is far from tales; they are real life incidents which are sending fear down the spine of many parents.

CANFAB full of sleepy old men –Kalu

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A former Abia State governor, Orji Kalu, has described the ongoing National Conference in Abuja as a home to old men who do not have the strength to decide the future of the nation.

Speaking at the Centenary Lecture organised by the Oyo State branch of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Kalu, who delivered a lecture titled, ‘Nigeria: A Nation in Quest of Credible Leadership’, said Nigeria would not move forward unless the first generation leaders withdrew gradually from politics.

Sack letter over freedom of association at Nnamdi Azikiwe University

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 House Officers at the Nnamdi Azikwe University Teaching Hospital in Nnewi, Anambra State are increasingly being threatened to getting sacked by 4pm today over joining the Association of Resident Doctors in the state. Management of NAUTH yesterday April 1 posted a notice telling doctors they'd only 24hours to rescind their decision to participate the association or risk the withdrawal of the internship programme.