Saturday, January 11, 2014
Chocolate City Saga Continues, Brymo returns to court.
Obasanjo disowns PDP •Writes Tukur, copies Jonathan • PDP govs give conditions for peace!
President Olusegun Obasanjo has fired another letter, this time, to the National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, in which he gave a notice of his withdrawal from the activities of the party.
Obasanjo also sent a copy of the letter to President Goodluck Jonathan as National Leader of the party. A copy of the letter was obtained by the Saturday Tribune.
The former president, in the letter, said he was withdrawing from all activities of the party because the PDP had been negating the principles of morality, decency and discipline in its decisions, especially as they affect the South West where he comes from.
The former president, in the letter, said he was withdrawing from all activities of the party because the PDP had been negating the principles of morality, decency and discipline in its decisions, especially as they affect the South West where he comes from.
The letter, dated January 7, 2014, according to a source at the national secretariat of the party, was received in the office of Tukur on Wednesday, 8 January, 2014. It is believed that President Jonathan also got his own copy on Thursday.
Rt. Hon. Adeyemi Ikuforiji Advovates Absolute Independence for Auditors
Ikuforiji made this known at the opening ceremony of the 4th Auditors’ Retreat held at Lekki on Thursday with the theme: “Implementation of IPSAS: Roles and Challenges for Audit.”
[Photo] Mighty Joe, Nigeria’s Notorious Robber Executed In 1973 For Stealing ₦10
It was the end of a savage legend yesterday. ‘Mighty Joe’, the kingpin of the underworld was silenced by the bullets of the firing squad. Thousands of Lagos people breathed a sigh of relief following the execution at Bar Beach. The man, Isiaka Busari, alias ‘Mighty Joe,’ for many years constituted himself a big terror to the people of this federal capital particularly those around Mushin where he lived and practised his trade.
Friday, January 10, 2014
Gov. Fashola Advocates Tolerance, Restraint, Brotherhood to secure peace in the Country
As Governor attends Jumat Prayers in commemoration of 2014 Armed Forces Remembrance Week
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babatunde Fashola (SAN) on Friday advocated tolerance, restraint, brotherhood and unity of purpose among Nigerians as a means to secure the peace which was won over the years for the nation by the sacrifice of officers and men of her Armed Forces.
Video Director Sesan & Beat FM's Fade Ogunro's Dad Burried.
Advertising guru, Sesan Ogunro Snr, the daddy of popular OAP Fade Ogunro & music video director, Sesan Ogunro, who was shot dead late Sunday night December 22nd by armed robbers, has been laid to rest. His Service of songs held yesterday, whilst the funeral service held today at Ogudu GRA. He was buried at Vaults and Gardens in Ikoyi. May his soul rest in peace...Ase.
San Antonio Neck Pain Relief Done Naturally Through Chiropractic Therapy
When the neck region is exposed to a forceful blow, repetitive stress or spent hunched over for extended periods of time, it can contribute to severe restrictions in mobility. With San Antonio chiropractic therapy, a natural program is developed for individual patient needs depending on the extent of the injuries. With the increase in the reports of upper cervical conditions, more people are seeking alternative care with less reliance on prescription medication.
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Wole Soyinka's daughter 'Iyetade Soyinka' buried in Ibadan today (Pics)
More pics after the break.......
War against humanity: US gov't, British crown responsible for the Fukushima disaster?
Fukushima disaster has raised major environmental concerns and ever since the disaster took place, something seemed wrong about how it occurred and then has been dealt with. Lauren Monet, an independent scientist and a radiation expert from Berkeley, California, has shed some light on the plausible nature of the tragedy.
Ms
Monet told the truthseeker.co.uk resource that since mid-September
until present radiation levels in the San Francisco bay area "have been
increasing and fluctuating higher than they have ever been before and
then settling down again."
Cyprus OKs Russian aircrafts to use airbase near Pathos – media
Cyprus authorities have permitted Russian military aircrafts to use the Andreas Papandreou airbase, situated near Pathos, the Cyprus Weekly newspaper reports. An agreement on cooperation in this field is yet to be signed.
On
Thursday, Defense Minister Photis Photiu, with the consent of the
Foreign Minister, set forward a proposal to assist Russia in this field
for the Cabinet’s consideration. The latter gave its consent for Russian
aircrafts of various types to land at the Cyprian air base but only in
emergency situations and for humanitarian reasons. At the same time, the
Russian air force won’t be allowed to use warehouses of the Andreas
Papandreou airbase.
Tunisia's new PM Mehdi Jomaa, takes office - state news agency
Tunisia's new premier Mehdi Jomaa took office on Friday to lead a caretaker government until elections this year, the state news agency said, after the ruling Islamist party resigned in a deal to complete a transition to democracy.
Moscow urges ceasefire, political dialogue in South Sudan.
The Russian Foreign Ministry has
called for an immediate ceasefire in South Sudan and for political
dialogue to be launched without delay.
The
Russian Foreign Ministry has called for an immediate ceasefire in South
Sudan and for political dialogue to be launched without delay.
“We are deeply concerned over the ongoing conflict between supporters of incumbent President of the Republic of South Sudan Salva Kiir and supporters of former Vice President Riek Machar. We are calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities and for political dialogue to be established without delay,” the ministry said in a statement.
As
a permanent member state of the UN Security Council, Russia has been
working to promote the search for peaceful ways of ending the
military-political crisis in South Sudan,” the statement says.
US weighs targeted sanctions against South Sudan.
The United States is weighing targeted sanctions against South Sudan due to its leaders' failure to take steps to end a crisis that has brought the world's youngest nation to the brink of civil war, sources briefed on US discussions told Reuters.
"It's a tool that has been discussed," a source told Reuters on condition of anonymity about the possibility of US sanctions against those blocking peace efforts or fueling violence in South Sudan. Another source confirmed the remarks, though both declined to provide details on the precise measures under consideration.
White House still researching how to continue non-lethal supply to Syria rebels.
The White House said on Friday that it is still reviewing how to resume shipments of non-lethal aid to moderate rebel groups fighting in Syria after an incident last month where Islamist fighters seized supplies from a warehouse.
"No decisions have been made yet regarding the resumption of non lethal assistance to the (Syrian Military Council), but we have resumed deliveries of non-lethal assistance into northern Syria to civilian actors," White House spokesman Jay Carney told reporters at a briefing.
"This has nothing to do with our support for the moderate military opposition, but rather the security of our assistance," Carney said.
Iran, six world powers end talks on Tehran's nuclear program, agree on outstanding issues
Iran's talks with the European Union have ended with an agreement over outstanding issues about the practical details of implementing a nuclear agreement, Iranian state television reported on Friday.
But the implementation of the deal reached in Geneva
in November will take place after consultations with the capitals of
Iran and the six major powers involved in the talks that were on Friday
represented by the European Union, it said.
Dutch royals, PM Set to attend Sochi Olympics in Russia
King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands, an honorary member of the International Olympic Committee, his wife Queen Maxima and Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte will attend the Winter Olympics in Sochi next month, Rutte told reporters on Friday.
“The
Netherlands will be represented… We see nothing to gain with a boycott.
It is better to engage in dialogue,” the Dutch premier said.
Baby Factory Complete Story: Operator Is a Billionaire, Lives Large. (Photos)
James
Ezuma, a medical doctor nabbed by the police in Owerri, Imo State, for
operating baby factories, is the face of child trafficking in Nigeria.
The
glassy signpost with blue, white and black lettering promises would-be
visitors succour. Its delicate frame announces to the public the
presence of a private hospital. Near this board is another with less
aesthetic appeal on a lonely street off Egbu Road, in Owerri metropolis,
which announces to the vulnerable, a place of refuge.
Exchange Rate: Naira stays strong against dollar, Pound
Lagos – The Nigerian currency, the Naira, on Friday traded on a stable platform against two major international currencies, the dollar and the pound sterling, as transactions ended for the week.
The dollar and the pound sterling were sold at ₦155.72 and ₦170, respectively, at the official and bureau de change since Jan. 6.
At the black market, the Naira was exchanged for the dollar at ₦170, while the pound sterling went for ₦270.
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