GEJ can’t allow OBJ to rule Nigeria from Ota –Edwin Clark

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In this interview with JOHN ALECHENU, elder statesman, Chief  Edwin Clark, sheds light on some recent  controversies generated by his comments on national issues

Reflect on your time as Minister of Information. How was it?

In our time, we were known as federal commissioners. As a federal commissioner of information, I took over from the late Chief Anthony Enahoro who was  commissioner for special duties. He was charged with the responsibility of organising FESTAC ’77, but it was still under my ministry that the  memorandum was submitted. During that time, we had very few print media organisations. We had Daily Times and others but they were very few. We didn’t have private television stations.

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350 killed in Boko Haram, Army clash

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No fewer than 350 people lost their lives on Friday as the orgy of bloodletting in some parts of the country continued with the clash  between  Boko Haram insurgents  and the Special Forces in  Maimalari, Maiduguri, Borno State. The insurgents had attacked the 21 Armoured Brigade of the Nigerian Army in the wee hours of Friday.

Saturday PUNCH learnt that the dead included insurgents who attacked the military formation and their members who were held at the biggest detention facility on the premises of the headquarters of the Brigade.

It was gathered that the insurgents targeted the detention facility within the 21 Armoury Brigade where most of the hardened members of the sect were detained.

Flaunt your Character With your Wrist Watch

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A Personality To Go With Your Wrist Watch

A wrist watch is a superb accessory that may be both aesthetically pleasing in addition to functional. It is a superb statement of your respective  personality too. This feature provides in-depth precisely what sort of wrist watch might help define your personality and last the function of telling time.

We believe the period is of the essence and time is comparable to money. This can be exactly why most gadgets make us conscious of the how  long is consumed or simply how much time is left. Time is definitely very critical. For quite some time, humans have already been enthusiastic about defining time with accuracy and precision.

“My Arrest Will Spell Doom For Nigeria” – Pro-Biafran Group Leader threatens Security agents

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Barrister Benjamin Onwuka 

Two days after claiming responsibility over attack at the Enugu Government House, the leader of the Biafra Zionist Federation (BZF), Barrister Benjamin Onwuka has warned security agents against any attempt to arrest him.

Onwuka, who spoke on Thursday through telephone from his hideout said that though he was not afraid of arrest, Nigerian security agencies should know that his arrest would spell doom for the country.

Ukraine shows range of US desperation – Joseph Zrnchik

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It is a rhetorical question but one that has to be asked again and again; what would be the US Government’s response, if for example protestors went into the Democratic National Committee, burned it down to the ground, occupied government buildings, shot police who were unarmed and then placed themselves in the seats of power by force? he fact is there would be a bloodbath and the authorities would open fire on the “peaceful demonstrators”. 

If Crimea referendum takes place, sanctions against Russia to follow - US's Kerry

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If the Crimean referendum takes place there will be some sanctions and some response, US State Secretary John Kerry has said after the meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on the situation in Ukraine.

John Kerry said that Russian President Vladimir Putin will make no decision on Ukraine until after Sunday's referendum on the region of Crimea.

This Video Makes me Cry: The Congolese People Deserve a better future.

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Everytime I wake up in the morning to watch a video like this, tears drip all over my pillow. This has always been U.S foreign policy over several decades. Making proxy war here and there to support its National interest. Stop killing the people. The Congolese people don't eat natural resources like Tin, diamond and so on.. Talk to the people. They are human beings too. U.S foreign policy of several decades still at large. See the current one of its foreign Policy + Video that makes me cry when you continue after the break.

Nigeria Police arrest Man in possession of a case containing 18 human skull

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The suspect was arrested along the Ado-Odo-Owode road in Ogun State.

The Ogun Police Command said on Thursday that it arrested a 38-year-old man, Adelani Ayomide, for being in possession of a case containing 18 human skulls.

A statement by the command's spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi, issued in Abeokuta said Mr. Ayomide was arrested on Thursday along the Ado-Odo-Owode road at about 6.48 a.m. throughout a routine police stop-and-search operation.

Former-President General of Ohaneze Ndigbo Amb. Ralph Uwechue dies

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Ambassador Ralph Uwechue, one-time president of Ohaneze- Ndigbo, a pan-Igbo sociocultural body, has died. Chief Wechue died yesterday afternoon March 13th at an Abuja hospital.  Elected in November 2008 to head Ohaneze, Chief Uwechue was an envoy leader through the Obasanjo administration where he supervised conflict resolutions in Africa  and was also appointed to lead the ECOWAS Peace mission in Cote d'Ivoire.  An illustrious son of Ogwashi Ukwu Delta state, Chief Uwechue was aged 79. May his soul rest in peace.

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See Chief Deinde Fernandez's New York Island

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This breathtaking New York Island is owned by one Nigeria's silent billionaires, Chief Deinde Fernandez.
Isn't it really super awesome?

PhotoCredit: OvationInternational

Pastor Sign Fireman denies r*ping & killing 12 y.o girl, Bose Ogoja in Badagry

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Controversial Lagos pastor, Dr. Sign Fireman, real name Ofuche Ukoha, in a new interview has once again stated his innocence after an 18-year-old suspect, Ikechukwu Egbo, arrested for raping and killing a 12-year-old girl, Bose Ogoja, in Badagry implicated Fireman in the murder. Fireman was ARRESTED but later RELEASED ON BAIL 4 days later. 

Highly Graphic Pics: Boko Haram Cure members Killed in Maiduguri

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 Pics of the Boko Haram members killed in the explosion/attack in Maiduguri this morning.  See another pic after the break.

Ministry of Interiors Saudi Arabia bans 51 baby names: Malak, Linda, Rital, Emir...

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The Ministry of Interior has added 51 names to its list of banned names for babies born in the Kingdom. In its statement, the Civil Status Department said some names are not in line with social traditions while others are not appropriate in terms of religion or have a Western origin. Parents cannot give their newly-born babies the following names: Malak, Abdul Ati, Abdul Nasser, Abdul Mosleh, Nabi, Nabiya, Emir, Somu, Al-Mamlaka, Malika, Mamlaka, Tabaraka, Nardeen, Maya, Linda, Randa, Basmalah, Tuleen, Arm, Nareej, Rital, Als, Sandi, Rama, Maleen, Eleen, Alas, Ainar, Loran, Malkiteena, Lareen, Kibriyal, Laureen, Binyameen, Narees, Yara, Sitaf, Aileen, Loland, Tilaj, Barah, Abdul Nabi, Abdul Rasool, Jibreel, Abdul Mo’een, Abrar, Milak, Aiman, Bayan, Baseel and Rilam.

T.B Joshua Reveals The Location Of Missing Malaysian Plane

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The mysterious disappearance of Malaysia Airlines plane, a Boeing 777 keeps getting controversial.

The incident took another turn on Sunday, March 9, as Pastor T.B Joshua of The Synagogue, Church Of All Nations - SCOAN revealed the location of the missing airliner which had 239 passengers onboard.

According to the prophet; "The plane concerned is deep inside the sea. Some of the particles will be seen on the surface of the sea any moment from now. May their souls rest in peace. We pray the Lord gives the family and loved ones the strength to bear the loss. Our prayer and love are always with them, the nation of Malaysia and other countries who had passengers on this flight."

Five most bankable Nollywood actresses [Pics]

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This list is compiled by Encomiun magazine and from available facts and gists as a blogger we kind of agree with it. There is always  stiff rivalry when you talk about Nollywood actresses especially between Genevieve nnaji and Omotola Jalade in all major categories but once again this list draws conclusion from information that is available to the public. Our actress make their millions from endorsements and merchandising. While some are cornering big deals , others have also diversified to expand their streams of income...  Checkout the five bankable actresses in Nollywood according to ENCOMIUM

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Missing Malaysian plane: Update

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U.S investigators believe that the missing Malaysian Airlines Flight 370 communication system were shut off manually and that the plane flew for at least 5 more hours after it dropped off the radar based on analysis of signals sent by the jet's satellite communication link.

 U.S counterterrorism officials are pursuing the possibility that a pilot or someone else on board the plane may have diverted it toward an undisclosed location after intentionally turning off the jetliner's transponders to avoid radar detection, according to one person tracking the probe.

3 Large Explosions Rock Maiduguri This Morning

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The town of Maiduguri in Borno state this morning experienced three large explosions suspected to be a major bomb attack, Sahara Reporters reports

Saharareporters couldn't ascertain if the explosions resulted in deaths or destruction of any kind. But our sources states that the three explosions were heard across the city.

SaharaRepoprters learnt that fighters from the Islamist sect Boko Haram are attempting to bomb and dominate a significant military base called "Giwa barracks" in Maiduguri. A gunfight is raging in the region as during the time of publishing this report.

Heavy gunfire heard in city of Maiduguri hit by insurgency

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 69 people including men, women and children were killed in separate attacks and several houses razed in 3 villages in Katsina State this week. Fulani Herdsmen have been accused of being behind the recent attack.

Confirming the attack to AFP, a lawmaker in the state, Honorable Abbas Abdullahi Michika said the men attacked three villages; Mararrabar Maigor, Kura Mota and Maigura Villages, where 47, 7 and 8 bodies were recovered from each village respectively

"So far, 69 bodies have been recovered from the attacks carried out by a large group of gunmen riding on motorcycles".

Abductors fed me with garri and oil for the 18 days.

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Chief Inengite Nitabai, President Goodluck Jonathan’s uncle and adopted father, has been rescued by the police after 18 days in the kidnappers’ den.  However, Nitabai, whose abduction had occupied media space, has sour tales to tell. Narrating his ordeal in the hands of his captors, Nitabai, a former university lecturer, said his abductors fed him with garri and oil for the 18 days he was held captive.

He also said he was blindfolded throughout the period. He said  he was almost submerged in a swamp while the kidnappers were moving him from one spot to another because he was blindfolded.  The already emanciated man, said, “My ordeal in the hands of my captors was simply horrendous.

Reps Uncover fresh missing ₦35bn

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More revelations by the House of Representatives Committee on Public Accounts indicated on Thursday that the Office of the Head of Service of the Federation could not account for N35bn it collected from the Service Wide Vote within nine years.

While the records of the Budget Office of the Federation showed that the OHSF received N52bn between 2004 and 2012, the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Remi Adelakun, admitted only N17.6bn.

The committee, which is chaired by Mr. Solomon Olamilekan, insisted on Thursday that Adelakun must explain how the N35bn was spent.