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The embattled senate president Bukola Saraki has come out tough to his political detractors as he has affirmed his position in the ongoing saga rocking his Assets declaration. The senate president who expressed his concerned during Tuesday Plenary said the idea of resigning his position is just a quick gimmicks by some few to derail the success of the National Assembly while noting that resigning will give in to unforeseen forces Senator Bukola Saraki who is been investigated by the code of conduct Tribunal (CCT) over alleged false declaration of assets said that the Senate is yet to received list of ministerial nominees from Mr President amid wide speculation. Similarly, at the resumption of Tuesday plenary session, over 83 senators passed a vote of confidence at the leadership of the house stating their readiness to stand by him in whatever capacity despite his current impediments at the code of conduct Bureau(CCB) While addressing his colleagues after six weeks of recess, S...

The Arabian city of Mecca (or Makkah) enjoys a colorful history, and this foundational element of Islam is interesting to explore whether one is religious or not, since Mecca is  the historical and geographical epicenter  of the religion of Islam. All practicing Muslims, everywhere in the world, are obligated to prostrate themselves in prayer toward the Kaaba in Mecca five times a day. Additionally, every Muslim is further obliged to travel to Mecca and perform the Islamic ritual of  the Hajj , at least once in their lifetime, because it is the "fifth pillar" of Islam. The Hajj which seems to be an annual Pilgrimage to Mecca is a religious prescribed duty for Muslims around the world to be undertaken at least once in a lifetime as the case may be. Consequently, the number of times an individual performs such is basically on choice, decision and maybe sometimes Taste and Fashion but then, Islam as a religion has made it an affordable and very accommodating...

In spite of the Central Bank directives and Series of deadlines upon deadlines, some Nigerians are yet to do their biometrics registration number(BVN) even when they have active accounts in their respective banks as 32 million active accounts are yet to enrolled.  Speaking on Friday in Abuja, the CBN Director, Corporate Commission Mu'azu ibrahim expressed his fears and worries towards this trend considering the latest deadline mark by Oct.31  It would be recall that the CBN in agreement with all banks initiated this exercise sometime ago in Feb this year as it aim according to the Central Bank was to check mate theft, fraud and some other pending issue for bank operators begging for attention as it would also encourage banks in granting loans to small, medium and even students alike. “One of the most potent arguments advanced by banks for not extending enough credit to prospective credit customers in Nigeria has been the absence of credible identity system. “Thus, ...

Just under 24hrs when President Muhammadu Buhari orders the Inspector General of police Mr Solomon Arase to do everything within his capacity in a bid to rescuing the former SGF chief Olu Falae from the hands of his captors, and bring him safe and healthy.The epolice seems to have done very well in carrying out that directives as it is now known that the Septuagenarian has been freed by his abductors. Confirming this story was the younger brother Sunday Falae who told reporters that the Septuagenarian was release on Thursday afternoon by his captors. Also corroborating this new development is the commissioner for information in Ondo State Mr Kayode Akinmade who said Chief Falae was on his way to the Government house before he finally go home. Chief Olu Falae was reportedly kidnapped by some fulani herdsmen on his way from his farm on the 21st day of september 2015 and have since demanded the sum of 100 million naire cash before he will be released. It was learnt that the inspe...

The Federal government has warned airline operators to be careful in their fare during this period of sallah celebration noting that this is not a time to exploit travellers nor take undue advantage of the situation.  The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Aviation, Mrs. Binta Bello, gave this assurance  in a statement issued in Abuja on Wednesday. Mrs Bello who hinted that all airline Operators have been directed by the ministry to ensure a hitch free trip by travellers and to also ensure their safety and prompt security alertness.   “She also charged airline operators not to use the usual rush to exploit travellers, and to make their operations more passenger-centred with serious attention to flight availability, timeliness, comfort of passengers and safe practices,” the ministry said in the statement. she also stressed that the nation Airports security is well in order and reiterate safety measures as confirmed by the international Civil Aviation Organi...

With the rate of baby factory proliferation like some sort of a textile industry, one might be tempted to assumed the insanity of those in engage in such monstrous act. They get involved and latter make the 'devil' famous when caught.  Here is the story of a trado-medical practioner who was reported  to have sold a two-week nd a four year old baby at Ipaja area of Lagos state.                              Mrs Oluwakemi-Buyer Mr Onolaja Olawale, who happen to be a trado-medical practitioner who decided to add a little flair to the business of trado-medicine was alleged to have engage a couple who obviously have fallen short of the ultimate Gift from God for 6years.  Mr Olawale who informed the couple that the biological parents of the kids were dead decided to try the fruitility of his 'trade-o-baby-medical' business firsthand as he was alleged to have sold the baby for N136, 000. consequent...

The hopes and aspirations of Nigerians have once again been given a facial lift as the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai, remain positive that the release of the abducted chibok schoolgirls. looms.  Buratai gave this indication  while fielding questions from newsmen on the sideline of the Chief of Army Staff third quarter conference held at Army Headquarters, Abuja. He assured Nigerians that the safety of the girls remained a topmost priority in the ongoing onslaught against insurgency in the country most especially the North -East where most of the attention is based. Stating that they were strong indications the girls is still been held within the periphery of forest Sambisa. He however noted that a pin point location in the forest is yet to be ascertained as the military is mindful of their safety to securing their release. “The issue of the Chibok girls is very crucial, we are making all efforts to clear the terrorists and after clearing them we re...

No doubt, residents of maiduguri the Borno State Capital have been under series of attacks in time past as both the young, old and very elderly has suffered untold pains and anguish in the hands of the dreaded Boko Haram Sect. As the state capital witness another round explosion in six different location that has now claim over 60 lives within Maiduguri, some residents who witnessed the scene had this to say; “I was close by the scene of the multiple blasts, but God (Allah) saved my life as many were feared dead and injured. I saw many shattered bodies of human beings at the scene before I run away for my dear life”. Babagana said.) "Already, we have started packing out of Ajilari and now looking for a safer place into the main town of Maiduguri. Many dead bodies were scattered all over the scene of the blasts as we seek for an escape route to Gomari Airport,” Usman Tijjani recounts  The explosion which took place at a viewing centre, mosque,check oint majalisa and tw...

Though another sad tale to tell in the yoruba enclave and indeed a monumental loss to the nation but yet again, on a second thought, it is a celebration of life, a life full of accomplishments and success story, a life of humility and social candour. Chief Hannah Idowu Dideolu who passed on Saturday 19th September at the Holy age of 99 in her home town Ikenne-Remo, Ogun. HID has she was fondly called was not only a wife to the late sage and multi-faceted politician Pa Obafemi Awolowo whom he always refer to as' The Jewel of inestimable value' but also a a source of support not only to the yoruba race but also serves as a fountain of knowledge to all those who frequent her for advice and opinion.  Prior to her death,  She was also a successful business woman to the core  as she was the first Nigeria distributor to the Nigerian Tobacco Company(NTC) in 1957.  An astute politician who played an active role in the politics of Western Nigeria. She stood in for h...

A Gastroenterologist in the Abubakar tafawa Balewa Teaching Hospital has revealed the alarming 20m Nigerians living with the very deadly and dreaded Hepatitis virusNo fewer than 20 million people are infected with Hepatitis virus in Nigeria. Dr Umar, who who gave this revelation in Bauchi as part of the activities to mark this year hepatitis week stated that over 3.6 million people are currently living with this dreadful virus in Bauchi state. He however emphasised on how the virus is spread through an unsterized blood carrier and therfore stressed the need for a proper vaccination. “The hepatitis disease has become very worrisome because current reports show that over 400 million people are being infected with the virus worldwide.” “Children, especially the new born child, are supposed to vaccinated to prevent contacting the virus. Once they are immunized, their bodies will develop anti-bodies that will fight the disease,”  Hmm! Sad to say the least, just hope the gene...

The embattled president of Syria Bashar al-Assad has vehemently told Russian media that he will continue to hold on to power as long as the Syrian people are not complaining and will not succumb to the pressures from the west who are eager to see his down fall soon.  "As for the president, he comes to power with the people's assent through elections, and if he leaves, he leaves if the people demand it, not because of the judgment of the United States, the UN Security Council, the Geneva Conference or the Geneva Communique," he said. "If the people want him to stay the president stays. In the opposite case, he should swiftly step down." Assistance from Iran, which has supplied military technology to Syria, has been crucial in fighting against terrorism in Syria, he said.

Veteran Nigeria Musician and CEO of the famous hyper tech record label didn't mix words when he revealed his near death situation at the age of 26. The prolific producer cum song writer made this known to the public during the TV music show Coke Studio in kenya. “It was in Lagos. I was driving from Kuramo beach then... I was drunk... As I reach the bend I couldn’t even...you know these street poles with concrete base... When I woke up in the hospital I was like men, so that’s how I would have just gone like that? It was crazy and after that accident I started having speed phobia,” he said in part. The Music icon who turns forty in a few days time is said to release a comprehensive biography of himself with the title inscription 'A very good bad Guy' during his birthday gig in lagos. The title though sound like a typical 2baba concept  privy into his life and times, musical sojourn, opined views from all especially those who helped shaped his brand and personal...

The powerful Saudi Binladin Group has been sanctioned by Saudi Arabia's King Salman for the collapse of a construction crane at Mecca's Grand Mosque, which killed more than 100 people days before the Haj pilgrimage. An investigative committee concluded that the company "was in part responsible" for Friday's tragedy, which killed at least 107 people and injured almost 400 during a severe thunderstorm accompanied by violent winds. Investigators found that the crane was allegedly "in a wrong position" when the high winds struck, as its main arm should have been lowered, the official Saudi Press Agency said. "The position of the crane was in violation of operating instructions prepared by the manufacturer," SPA said, adding there had been no response to several letters from concerned authorities about that crane and others. The firm's executives have been forbidden from leaving the kingdom pending the completion of legal action, SPA s...

President Muhammadu Buhari has once again hailed the efforts of the Nigerian Armed Forces in their unflinching determination to seeing a quick end to all forms of terrorist activities in the land. The president while speaking on Saturday to officers, troops and newly commissioned cadet of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) in Kaduna stated clearly that the federal government is indeed happy with their current trend of success achieved so far He however stated his administration commitment in total compliance to the rule of law and warned absolutely that human right violations in the military will not be treated with kid gloves as any proven case will however not go unpunished while stating vehemently that their operation should be done within the ambits of the law as it is been applied in other governments parastatal.  “I wish to remind you of the Federal Government’s commitment to overhaul the rules of engagement and improve operational and legal mechanisms so that discipli...

Lagos: Ace senior Nigerian journalist who was whisked away from her home and held captive by her abductors  has been released from the kidnappers den according to her Newspaper and police report on Saturday. According to the vanguard newspaper who stated clearly in her website that Donu Kogbara, who was kidnapped on August 30, was no longer in the hands of her captors though no further details was given. police spokesperson in charge of the southern Rivers state, Ahmed Mohammed said "Donu Kogbara has regained her freedom". "She was released some minutes after two [Saturday morning]. She is fine. I was with her in her house in Port Harcourt until seven this morning. "The investigation is still ongoing on the motives for her abduction but we would not want to go into details at this stage." Unknown gunmen abducted Kogbara, who has written a column for the Vanguard daily for 30 years and also worked for British newspapers the Daily Mail and Sunday Time...

Serena Williams' hopes of securing a calendar Grand Slam were ended in stunning fashion by Italy's Roberta Vinci in the semi-finals. Vinci, the world number 43 and playing her first Grand Slam semi-final, caused a huge upset with a 2-6 6-4 6-4 win. Williams, 33, had been two wins from completing a clean sweep of all four majors in 2015. Vinci, 32, will play Flavia Pennetta in an all-Italian final at Flushing Meadows on Saturday. Williams' hopes of winning a first calendar Slam ended just two victories short, and in the most sensational of upsets. The American had survived 11 final sets in 25 Grand Slam matches during 2015, but at the 12th time of asking came up against an opponent who simply grew stronger. When Williams smashed her racquet after dropping the second set it was clear that the tension was beginning to boil over, and her cries of "Come on!" in the third set took on an increasingly desperate air. There was still the possibility that Vinc...

                           EVENTS OCCURED IN REAL TIME "Terrorists attacks can shake the foundations of our biggest building but they cannot touch the foundations of Americans, these act shatters our steel but they cannot dent the steel of America resolve"-(George W bush on the 9/11 attack on American soil) Surprises are bound to happen, film tricks are sometimes real, movies are replicas of realities, Events are assumed elements of dreams but then on this day sept 11 2001 at about 9:5900hrs Americans where taken aback as not even a fortune teller could boast of seeing such an anhilation nor a sylvester stallion movie could have predicted such a monstrous act in any blockbuster. Hmm! Sad tale Barely fifteen years have past now ever since Americans were taken aback in a well co-ordinated and meticulously planned attack by the dreaded Al Qeada group,an attack that has remained on of Americans greatest tragedy not on...

Rescue work is continuing across northeast Japan, where at least three people have died in severe flooding and hundreds of people are stranded. The deaths were in the badly hit prefectures of Tochigi and Miyagi, both north of the capital, Tokyo. Twenty-six people are still missing, 25 of them in or around Joso city in Ibaraki, where the Kinugawa River burst its banks on Thursday. Officials have warned of further heavy rain and the risk of mudslides. The torrential rain comes in the wake of Typhoon Etau, which ploughed through Japan earlier this week. In other major developments on Friday: More than 100,000 people were ordered to evacuate their homes in Tochigi and Ibaraki. The Shibui River in the mostly rural city of Osaki in Miyagi prefecture, around 350 km (220 miles) north of Tokyo, burst its banks, inundating rice fields and houses. An evacuation warning was issued for 410,000 people in Sendai, capital of Miyagi, after the Nanakitagawa River flooded in Izumi ward, s...

Ace investigative journalist, Anas Aremeyaw Anas, could be hauled for cross-examination if the Judicial Council grants the wish of lawyers for beleaguered judges involved in a bribery scandal.  The lawyers who are yet to watch the damning video of their clients allegedly taking bribes before administering justice said they want Anas present while they watch the film.  Joy News’ Elton Brobbey who has been monitoring development of the scandal at the corridors of the judicial system said some of the 12 high court judges involved in the act have submitted their written results.  The Judicial Council yesterday gave the beleaguered judges 24 hours to submit their written responses on the bribery allegation.  The Council is expected to meet again, study the responses and decide whether to suspend them or take any other action against them.  Already, the 22 circuit court judges and magistrates who were also captured in the video taking bribes have been suspended. ...