Governor Ibikunle Amosun's Diary Of Violence

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In his now infamous frequent but mischevious reference to an "Immediate inglorious past" in Ogun State and the expressed mischief calculated at painting a not-too-noble picture of some people perpetrating political violence, i think it may be good enough to let the Ogun State residents and Nigeria in general  into the hindsight and previous conducts of the man who now sits over the affairs of our State, Senator Ibikunle Amosun, so that our people can judge by themselves as to who is REALLY the perpetrator and Chief Promoter of political violence and intolerance who has troubles the Ogun State political seas for the past ten years.

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Two ex-heads of state, emirs plead for Nyako

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Two former military heads of state led the embattled Adamawa State Governor Murtala Nyako to a meeting with President Goodluck Jonathan on Monday night in Abuja as part of the efforts to save Nyako, who is battling to escape impeachment by legislators in his state.

The PUNCH learnt that the meeting was at the instance of the two ex-heads of state.

A source close to the meeting confided in one of our correspondents that the two former dictators’ intervention rested on the fact that Nyako was a mutual friend.

Nyako is a retired Vice-Admiral and one-time Chief of Naval Staff under ex-dictator Ibrahim Babangida.

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Al-Qaeda threat: Security beefed up at Lagos airport

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Security activities was on the high side on Tuesday as the entire Murtala Mohammed Airport, Lagos, was put under intense screening and searchlight for several hours, as security agencies screened all vehicles and humans entering the cargo hajj camp of the complex.
The situation forced scores of passengers, especially those going on the international flights, to trek to the airport in order not to miss their scheduled flights.

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Video: Brazilian fans turn on President amid team's World Cup failure, burn national flags.

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Brazil’s inglorious defeat in a World Cup's semifinal reached a fevered pitch, when fans once again turned on President Dilma Rousseff as the target of their fury.  

The national team wasn't just defeated by the Germans. It was routed in front of the entire world, humiliated "at its own party". It conjured up painful memories of another painful defeat: Brazil's 1950 World Cup loss to Uruguay. Young and old, Brazilians shared in the anguish of what many were already calling a national calamity, the worst loss in its team's storied World Cup history.
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Israel dazes Palestinians with devastating strikes from the air and sea

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As the world is dazed over the Brazil-Germany match, Israel is also dazing Palestinians with devastating strikes from the air and sea. The attacks are said to be directed against Hamas but nothing less than 30 Palestinian civilians, including an eight-year-old and two teenagers have been killed in the airstrikes. Israel said it is ready for an escalation of the conflict in Gaza and said its response was due to over 130 rocket attacks from Hamas.

Chibok girls’ll be rescued soon –GEJ, OBJ, others

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The Council of State, made up of former heads of government, on Tuesday held its second meeting in the year and came out with a promise that the abducted pupils of Government Secondary School, Chibok, Borno State, would soon be rescued.

More than 200 girls were seized from the school on the night of April 14 by members of the terrorist Islamic sect, Boko Haram. The incident has attracted global condemnation and protests. Almost 90 days in the custody of the terrorists, there have been many not-too-pleasant stories about the welfare of the girls.

Keshi demands ₦10m-a-month contract –Report

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Stephen Keshi has reportedly demanded a significant salary hike to sign a new contract to remain as Nigeria coach.

According to africanfootball.com on Tuesday, Keshi, who announced last week that his contract with the Nigeria Football Federation had expired after the Super Eagles crashed out of the World Cup following their 2-0 defeat by France, told President Goodluck Jonathan that he will sign a new deal if the NFF agrees to pay him N10m a month. The former Nigeria captain received N5m a month in his initial contract.

#3: List of Nigerians making waves in America's BIG screen, Hollywood

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3) Hakeem Kae-Kazim
Having started acting as far back as the 1980s, Hakeem Kae-Kazim is a British Nigerian  actor that many Nigerians are so proud of. Born in October 1962, Hakeem is best known for his role as Georges Rutaganda in the 2004 motion picture Hotel Rwanda.
His achievements cannot be overrated and to name a few, the movies he had featured in include Coming To America, King Solomon’s Mines, Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End, The Fourth Kind, X-Men Origins: Wolverine and Last Flight to Abuja, among others.
Hakeem Kae-Kazim is a recipient of many awards.

  

Nigerians making waves in America's BIG screen, Hollywood

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Photos: LASTMA official allegedly beats motorist to convulsion

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 A LASTMA official by the name Asorona stopped a car he claimed had violated traffic rules, removed the man from the car and allegedly assaulted him around 7.30 am this morning in front of BRT yard at Ketu bus stop. He and his colleagues also seized the man’s car. And before anyone knew what was happening, the young man fell down on the road into convulsion, shaking, according to eye witnesses, like an epileptic patient. As the LASTMA official tried to leave the scene, he was surrounded by passersby who insisted he must stay there to see what happens to the man. See more photos after the break…

Teenager Stabs Friend With a Pair of Scissors in Lagos

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An Ebute Meta Chief Magistrates’ Court in Lagos　on Monday remanded a teenager at　the Special Correctional Centre for Boys in Oregun, over alleged murder of his friend, Bidemi Bankole.
The Chief Magistrate, Mrs A.A. Demi-Ajayi, said that the 16-year-old should remain in custody pending advice of the Lagos State Director of Public Prosecutions.
She adjourned the case till Aug.6 for mention
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Kefee: Burial arrangements for late Pop-Gospel singer announced

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Burial arrangements for late Pop-Gospel singer, Irikefe Obareki Don-Momoh have just been announced on behalf of  the household, by the Kefee Memorial Committee (a coalition of Kefee's family & friends in the Gospel Music & Entertainment Industry).

The singer will undoubtedly be laid to rest at her hometown, Okpara Inland in Delta State this Friday 11th July. Read full details after the jump...

“Daddy, the state of the nation today will sadden you" - MKO’s Daughter Seeks Late Father’s Intercession

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Daughter late politician and business mogul, MKO Abiola, went spiritual yesterday when she called on the spirit of her late Dad to intervene in the crisis rocking the nation. Hafsat made the decision at the residence of the late politician while laying a wreath to commemorate the 16th anniversary of her father.

“Daddy, the state of the nation today will sadden you. The crisis is just too much. Majority of the youths are unemployed. When you were around, you said you would take them out of poverty, but today majority of Nigerians wallow in poverty. There is a general feeling of insecurity in the country. Please speak to the creator on behalf of the country. Tell the creator we are in serious crisis,” she said. 

Blessing Okagbare Wins 200m at Diamond League Paris

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You may probably want to get familiar with her name, because she is currently on fire on the tracks. You may remember Blessing Okagbare from her Long Jump bronze model during the 2008 Olympics and also her strong performance during the 2012 Olympics.

The Nigerian athlete has been making recent headlines in this year’s IAAF Diamond League.

Pregnant woman, 5 others lost their lives in Ibadan auto crash (graphical photo)

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At least six persons, including a pregnant woman, were crushed to death in an auto crash that occurred at Agbala junction area of Ibadan in Egbeda Local Government area of Oyo State, yesterday.

Three vehicles were said to be involved in the accident that occurred some minutes past 7am.

Although, the Federal Road Safety Commission, FRSC, confirmed that three people, including a woman died, eyewitnesses said there were six casualties. There were also four people, including a child, who were seriously injured.

Photo Post: Nigerian Youngsters Deceived into Prostitution In Italy

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FIFA World Cup 2014: Brazil 0 vs 7 Germany

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Brazil begin life without Neymar at this World Cup as they face Germany in today’s semi-final, at the Estadio Mineirao, 9pm. The ongoing match without Neymmar has resulted to 0-7 lead by the German players. 5 goals was scored during the first half of the match.

The Barcelona forward suffered a fractured vertebra following a clash with Jose Zuniga in Friday’s 2-1 win over Colombia and was ruled out of the rest of the competition by doctors after the match in Fortaleza. Hosts Brazil could field a central midfield three, or else pick an attack-minded replacement such as Willian or Bernard.

One Day-Old Baby Rescued From Abia'Spit Latrine.

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A one day-old baby boy, was rescued from throwing into a pit latrine by his mom right after birth from the Ogbor Hill Division in Aba, Abia.

It was gathered that the mother of the baby, identified as Nwaizu and who is suspected to be insane, was impregnated by a yet to be identified man.

The woman, who hails from Obingwa Local Government Area of the state was said to have sometime last week, given birth to the boy in her village and before help could come to her, she threw the baby into their pit latrine and covered it.

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”.

First Plane To Land In Bayelsa In October 2015

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Bayelsa State Government has revealed that the first cargo plane will land in the state in October 2015.

The government reaffirmed its commitment to ensure that the ongoing state cargo airport at Amassomma in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of the state was ready for use by that time.

State Commissioner for Works and Infrastructural Development, Mr. Lawrence Ewhrudjakpor, made this known this to journalists in Yenagoa on Monday after inspecting the progress of work at the airport.

The commissioner said, “The cargo airport will enable us to key into global economy development; and we are still standing by our October 2015 for the first plane to land here in Bayelsa

Nigeria's Second car Dealers Concerned over Increase in Import Tax Duties...

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Second-hand car dealers, in Nigeria, have expressed concern, that a new automotive policy meant to encourage customers, to buy cars, assembled locally will hurt their business. The policy, will see an increase, in import tariffs and authorities say, it's meant to boost growth, in the local automobile sector and create employment.

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Nigeria needs Saudi Arabia ‘to stop Boko Haram’

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The best way to end the Boko Haram insurgency is to involve clerics from Saudi Arabia, a lawyer who runs a school for orphans of the militants has said. Mr. Zanna Bukar Mustapha, who owns a Maiduguri-based foundation, The Future Prowess, told Sunday Trust that leaders of Boko Haram belong to the Salafi movement with headquarters in the Islamic holy land. He is sceptical about the involvement of the US and other Western powers in the attempt to end the insurgency which has claimed over 10,000 lives in five years, drawing global attention with the kidnap of over 200 schoolgirls from Chibok nearly three months ago.

13 Nigerian banks make top 1000 world ranking, lead Africa

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FOR the second consecutive year, 13 Nigerian banks made the list of Top 1000 World Banks as published by The Banker magazine of the Financial Times Group in its 2014 edition.

  The publication also coincided with the global banks’ resurgence to profit of $920 billion, the first time since the global financial crisis, which is 23 per cent more than their previous peak of $786 billion achieved in 2007 before the financial crisis.

  The 13 Nigerian banks that made the ranking underlines Nigeria’s number one position in the continent, as no other African country has up to 13 slots among the 1000 World banks.

Edo Crisis: PDP Accuses Oshiomhole of Instigating Political Crisis to Avoid Probe

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The leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has said the All Progressives Congress, APC and Edo state Governor Adams Oshiomhole are now jittery over the soaring popularity of the PDP in the state and have resorted to orchestrating crisis in a spirited move to stop the trend.

The party also accused Governor Oshiomhole of “stirring up the political crisis in Edo state to prevent an official investigation into findings that he has been squandering the state’s resources, including huge levies and taxes to finance his campaign for Vice Presidency instead of settling down to develop the state.”

5 killed in air strike during first day of Israeli military campaign in Gaza

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An Israeli air strike on a car in Gaza City killed four people on Tuesday, medics said, changing the death toll to five. "Four people were killed in a Israli strike on a civilian car in the Daraj neighbourhood in the center of Gaza City," emergency services spokesman Ashraf al-Qudra told AFP. Earlier Tuesday an Israeli air strike on the central Gaza Strip killed a Palestinian man, an emergency services spokesman said.

Moment two planes nearly collide on runway at Barcelona airport caught on tape

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Russia calls on de-escalation of tensions in Gaza Strip

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The Russian Foreign Ministry is calling on all parties involved in conflict in the Gaza Strip to take steps to de-escalate the conflict and normalize the situation. "Moscow is deeply concerned about the new escalation of tension surrounding Gaza. Terrorist attacks on Israeli cities and excessive use of force in relation to Gaza's civilians deserve condemnation," the ministry said in a statement on Tuesday.

Donetsk People's Republic brings criminal charges against Ukraine's National Guard, Right Sector

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The Prosecutor’s Office of the self-proclaimed Donetsk People’s Republic (DPR) has opened a criminal case against unnamed militants of Ukraine’s National Guard and Right Sector, the DPR said on its Twitter micro blog on Tuesday.

The criminal charges have been brought in connection with the massive shelling of Slavyansk, Kramatorsk, Donetsk, Mariupol and other cities and towns.

Police uncover plot to bomb school in Gombe

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KANO  (AFP) – Nigerian police on Monday uncovered a plot to bomb a secondary school in the restive northeastern city of Gombe by defusing a car laden with explosives that had been abandoned there, a spokesman said.

Police bomb experts found 12 improvised explosives concealed in a car that was abandoned on the premises of the state-run Pilot secondary school, following a tip-off, Fwaje Attajiri told AFP.

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US State Department recognizes right of Kiev to apply airstrikes on civilians

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US State Department spokesperson Jen Psaki said to reporters at a press briefing that the Ukrainian government has every right to conduct attacks on civilians, as this upholds the unity of the country.

According to US State Department spokesman Jen Psaki, the Ukrainian government defends the country, inflicting air strikes on civilians in the east of the country. She stated this today at a regular meeting with reporters. Psaki justified Kiev's actions in relation to the militia.

Live Rape attempt Nabbed in CCTV camera

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Video Post: Watch What GEJ and Boko Haram talk about when they meet

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No offer for Keshi – South African Football Association (SAFA Denies Job offer)

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The SAFA statement came in the heels of spurious reports that said the former Nigeria’s coach, Stephen Keshi had been handed the lucrative job, beating stiff competition from top European coaches.

The SAFA denial reads,

 “The South African Football Association (SAFA) would like to clarify further insinuations that the Association has offered Stephen Keshi the job as Bafana Bafana coach....

Nigerian Military Clear Terrorists Bases in Balmo Forest [Photos]

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Based on a brand new report on the Nigerian Defence website, troops have cleared and absorbed Balmo forest in a military operation that lasted through the weekend.

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Prior to the operation, Balmo forest stretching from Bauchi through Jigawa States with links to the fringes of Sambisa forest was used by terrorists as bases and hideouts for launching attacks. But thankfully, terrorists and armed gangs operating in the forests were completely rooted out while some were captured during the operation.

Devilish! Mother Drowns Newly Born Baby In Well At Isashi Lagos

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Yesterday in Isashi Lagos an infant born in the night time was drowned by his mother just hours after birth in a gruesome matter. Sources say hey saw the small unlucky child later and the moment they came for his rescue he had been swollen and floating lifelessly at first glance of the the dim water. Some women don't deserve to be called mother's.

“The Famous Jett Jackson” Is Dead

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The presence of dεath seems to be very prominent amongst Hollywood. Adding to the untimely dεaths of Lisa Robin Kelly of “That 70′s Show” and Gia Allemand of “The Bachelor,” 29-year-old Lee Thompson Young, best known for his role in “The Famous Jett Jackson,” was found dεad in his LA apartment from an apparent self-inflicted gυnshot wound, TMZ reports. Hours after the story hit the Internet, Thompson’s publicist confirmed reports that the young actor committed suicidε.

Powerful earthquake of 7.1 magnitude strikes southern Mexico

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An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 rattled southern Mexico on Monday, the US Geological Survey said.
The quake was centred 22 miles (35 km) west-southwest of the city of Tapachula in the state of Chiapas at a depth of about 47 miles (75 km), Reuters reports.

Japan issues alert over super typhoon Neoguri

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Japan's weather agency on Monday issued its highest alert as super typhoon Neoguri barreled toward the southern Okinawa island chain, warning of violent winds and high waves.

The typhoon warning - the first since a new system began last August - means that the storm poses a threat to life and could inflict massive damage from gusts up to 160 miles per hour and torrential rain.

East Ukraine preparing for siege

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Unknown attackers blew up a railway bridge near Donetsk on Monday. It was the main route connecting central Ukraine and eastern regions of the country, Reuters reports. At the same time self-defense forces of eastern Ukraine announced that as of now they will have their own assault aviation and anti-aircrat guns which they seized from the Ukrainian army. 

For three months now there are ongoing armed clashes in eastern Ukraine between self-defense forces and the national guard. Kiev announced that it intends to take the territory of Lugansk and Donetsk regions under state control. Only the previous Monday Ukrainian army forced the militia fighters to retreat from Slavyansk surrendering the town to the Ukrainian army, which Ukrainian President Petr Poroshenko called a turning point.

Barrage of rockets from Gaza fired at Israel: Hamas claims responsibility

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Militants in the Gaza Strip fired dozens of rockets into southern Israel late Monday, the military and media said, after overnight air strikes killed eight militants in the Palestinian enclave. A military spokesman said some 20 rockets were fired in just a few minutes, and that four incoming were destroyed by the Iron Dome anti-missile system. Media reports spoke of around 40 fired. There was no immediate word on casualties or damage in Israel.

The armed wing of the Islamist Hamas movement on Monday claimed responsibility for firing a barrage of rockets at southern Israel, a statement said.

BRICS currency reserves and new Development Bank drafts approved by Russia

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Draft agreements on a new Development Bank and a pool of BRICS currency reserves have been approved by the Russian government on Tuesday, reports TASS. The documents are to be signed on July 15,16 during the 6th BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) summit that Russian President Vladimir Putin plans to take part in.

The BRICS currency reserve pool agreement envisages “the establishment of the mechanism of eliminating current and short-term problems in the balances of payments of the BRICS member states - Brazil, India, China, Russia and South Africa.”

Read also:BRICS morphing into anti-dollar alliance

The Agreement on establishing a new BRICS Development Bank was also approved of by the Russian government, with the document stipulating “the creation of a multilateral financial institution".

The Development Bank aims to “finance infrastructure projects and sustainable development undertakings in the BRICS member states and developing countries.”

EFCC arraigns 3 suspected impostors for ₦141.7m securities scam

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Monday July 7, 2014 arraigned three suspects: Mohammed Rabiu (65 centre), Raphael Olorunfemi Okomoda (50 - left) and Adegbesan Theophilus (38 -right); before Justice Lawal Akapo of a Lagos High Court sitting in Ikeja on different criminal counts, all bordering on conspiracy, obtaining money by false presence, stealing, impersonation, forgery, using false document and money laundering. While Lawan was charged with 19-counts, Okomoda and Theophilus were charged with 7-counts each. Continue.

Amstel Malta emerges first African brand to win International Taste quality institute superior taste award

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The premium malt brand received 2golden stars, out of 3 at the iTQi Superior Taste awards ceremony; making it the first ever African brand to receive such an award amongst other internationally recognized premium brands.

At a press conference earlier today at the Nigerian Breweries Headquarters in Iganmu Lagos, Amstel Malta Brand Manager, Hannatu Ageni-Yusuf described the achievement as extremely delightful. “Amstel Malta is very excited to be honoured with these prestigious awards. For us, quality is not an accident. It is a concerted effort of genuine effort, intelligent direction and skilful execution by dedicated people who have put in their very best to ensure premium quality at all times. So, these awards are no means by luck and will not be a reason to relax, as we will keep putting in more effort to beat our best. We are especially elated by the fact that Nigeria can boast of being the first and only African nation to receive the iTQi Superior Taste award” she said.

Bank supervisor discovered hanging in uncompleted building 3 days following he gone missing

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 The body of Habib Olatunde (pictured above), a bank manager of an undisclosed Nigerian bank, has been found a couple of weeks and six days after he was declared missing by the police. Late Mr Olatunde's body was found hanging in an uncompleted building at Arepo in Ogun state on Saturday July 5th around 5pm. Abayomi Shogunle, the Deputy Force PRO, Nigeria Police Force, revealed this.

Polytechnic students occupy Abuja Expressway in Owo to protest tuition fee

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 Some students of Ondo State owned Rufus Giwa Polytechnic in Owo, Ondo state this morning July 7th took over the Owo/Abuja expressway to protest the recent hike in their school fees.

Management of the school recently increased the annual school fees of students of National Diploma in sciences from ₦21,300 to N58,300 and ND students from ₦53,800 to 73,000. A levy of N20,000 was also imposed on non-indegenes of the state by school management.

The angry students locked up the offices of the rector, Prof. Igbekele Ajibefun and thereafter took over the express road to drive home their anger. See more photos after the break...

Video: Nurse gets sack letter for filming Neymar in hospital

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#2 of 10 Clear signs a Man Is Flirting with You (Shy)

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2) Shy

Perhaps you know how it’s difficult to flirt with shy guys, but it doesn’t mean that you should avoid such type of man. If you notice that a guy blushes around you, this is one of the most obvious signs he is trying to flirt with you. However, not only do shy guys blush, any guy can actually blush when he sees a beautiful girl. Blushing is a bodily function that we can’t control and if he blushes around you, he certainly likes you.