UPDATES 16th August 2016

UPDATES: UI workers suspend strike. Jonathan’s kinsmen warn militants against campaign of calumny. Senate plans to summon minister over exit of foreign airlines. Lagos moves to resolve Third Mainland Bridge gridlock. Ambode kicks against land grabbing, approves Lagos corps. FBI to aid Nigeria’s fight against terrorism. Zambia’s incumbent president wins election. U.S. congratulates Congo on 56th Independence anniversary. FG moves to reinstate sacked 2,000 NIS applicants. Herdsmen kill six in Kaduna village. Teachers, LG workers protest unpaid salaries in Bayelsa. Renounce Biafra, get freedom, MEND tells Kanu. Budget padding, part of legislative functions – Kwara Speaker. Benue lawmakers refund N750m car loan to EFCC. Police quiz Maku over Ombatse violence in Nasarawa. Kachikwu: Nigeria Will Need Extra 900,000b/d to Recover Oil Lost to militancy. Modu Sheriff, a curse to PDP, must be kicked out of party- Fani-Kayode. You’re No Longer a Military Ruler, Oba of Lagos Tells Buhari. There’s No Hiding Place For Criminals In Benue, Says Ortom. Buhari to Declare Open Meeting of African Central Bank Governors. Hope Rises For Sacked Bank Workers. Troops Repel Boko Haram Attack on Kangarwa, Kill 16 Terrorists. Success is not what school you graduated from or what grades you have ... it's what graduates from you. Be inspired. =-)

9ice, Ruggedman & Toni Payne: THE TRUTH

Once upon a time, controversial rapper and clothing line owner, Ruggedman and 9ice were very close friends. In fact, some people started to know about 9ice when the rapper featured him in one of his songs back then entitled ‘Ruggeddy Baba.’ But that is ancient history as today, the two don’t see eye to eye. When 9ice released his controversial single, ‘Once Bitten’, tongues wagged and the rumour mill claimed 9ice sang about his marriage in the song. Many were quick to say 9ice was referring to Ruggedman as the man he said he caught sleeping with his lover. What made the issue to look credible was that it was almost after the release of the controversial song that 9ice ended his marriage with Toni Payne. Though some of 9ice’s friends were expecting him to speak with the media that he was not referring to Ruggedman and Toni Payne in the song, but this did not quickly come, which made some of them to conclude that 9ice was happy with the controversies surrounding the song, which was boosting its rating on the charts then. Speaking on a TVC programme, ‘Entertainment Splash’, Nigeriafilms reports that 9ice explained that he is yet to forgive Ruggedman. According to him, he cannot forgive the rapper because what caused the ‘malice’ between them was yet to be settled. He said, “I can’t forgive Ruggedman if he does not apologise to me.” When asked the offence the rapper committed, the singer, who is now a Special Assistant to the Oyo State governor, Abiola Ajimobi, said, “He interfered in another man’s matter.” He further revealed that, “Ruggedman did not sleep with Toni Payne, he dares not do that,” saying in Yoruba language that ‘Iyawo ole ni won ma ngba’, which loosely means ‘it is only a lazy man’s wife that can be snatched.’ Hmm, so which matter the Ruggedman allegedly interfere in that is making it so difficult for 9ice to bury the hatchet?‎ On the other hand... Beef With 9Ice Is History Already – Ruggedman ‎ Ruggedman during a twitter chat today, Friday October 23rd,2015, with a twitter user with the username: @DinkyCC, said he has settled his own end of the beef years ago when the user asked him if he still had unsettled issues 9ice. Check out his tweet below: I settled my end of it years ago. — The blessed one (@RuggedyBaba) October 23, 2015 Ruggedy was also said during the twitter interview that he has no immediate plans or intention to go into politics but didn’t rule out the possibility of later becoming a politician. See his tweet below: I am not politically minded but then again “never say never. Ndi Abia kaa nu o!! — The blessed one (@RuggedyBaba) October 23, 2015‎ ‎ HOWEVER..... 9ICE. Clears The Air On The Allegation That His ex-wife Cheated On Him With Ruggedman ‎ This became necessary after his ex-wife, Tony Payne, was trolled on Twitter some days back, for siding with Iceprince in his girlfriend’s cheating brouhaha. Statement from 9ICE regarding Toni Payne and Once Bitten Twice Shy. It has come to my attention that some people were up to some mischief harassing Toni Payne regarding an evil rumor that was spread years ago. I would like to use this opportunity to state categorically that the song Once Bitten Twice shy was not and can never be about Toni Payne. I have NEVER accused her or told anybody that she cheated on me because she DID NOT. It did not happen and it was never an issue. Let me be very clear. Toni Payne NEVER cheated on me. Some marriages do not work for different reasons. Unfortunately I released my album at a very delicate time in our relationship and a song from the album was taken the wrong way and things were blown out of proportion due to my silence. I have apologized to her in person and she has accepted my apology. I have moved on to a fresh start and she has moved on too. I would appreciate if the general public do the same. “I would appreciate if people refrain from insulting her for something she is not guilty of” Once again, the song Once Bitten Twice Shy was NEVER about TONI PAYNE. It was just a song. I wish I had come out sooner but I cannot change the past, I can only try and make amends for the future. It is a new dawn for us all and I hope this closes the topic permanently. If it does not, maybe it is best I release a song clarifying this issue for the 100th time because what started all this was a song and all my effort to clear that air via interviews have been futile. I assure you, I will stop at nothing to make sure this evil rumor is put to sleep once and for all. Again It was never my intention to cause her pain. My apologies to everyone who was affected. God Bless! RUGGEDMAN REPLIES:‎ In the open letter Ruggedman said 9ice’s apology came late but he still accepts it nonetheless. You can read his open letter below; “In 2010 9ice released a song that made a lot of people wrongfully drag me into a terrible situation. People who misconstrued the song and it created a rumour . A terrible false rumour that was fueled by journalists and bloggers who were only after hits on their sites. Bloggers and journalists who did not care to investigate and confirm a rumour, but chose to print and post it anyways not caring who got hurt in the process.   I remember pleading my innocence and that of Toni Payne’s but social media people being who and how they are,chose not to listen. I remember calling 9ice on the phone CIA style to talk to him about it and he was clearly heard admitting the song was not about myself or Toni Payne, but social media people being who and how they are, chose not to listen. I remember asking 9ice to publicly clear the air on the terrible rumour, but was shocked when my friend said he would not because he was busy and didn’t have time for such. Again nobody wondered why. Fast forward 2016. Six years later and I was surprised when I heard that 9ice has finally come out to say I never slept with his wife and the song was not about me and even apologised on top. That he has finally come out to say the truth about the issue that cast a negative shadow over my head and that of his ex wife for six years. Read: Ruggedman said he ended beef with 9ice years ago All I can do is smile because I know me better than anybody out there who insulted me over the matter. I said it then and i say it now, Michael Ugochukwu Stephens will never sleep with his friends wife. Families and husbands you can now relax. Your daughters and wives are safe around me hahahahaha!! To 9ice, bro you left it a bit too late. You had your chance to clear this matter up 6 years ago when it really mattered but you did not take it. I do not know why and exactly what it was that made you keep quiet all that while. I did my best to clear my name without you and moved have moved on since. Anyways I accept your apology and thank God we are all alive. To bloggers and journalists: You will be who and how you are,but the best and most successful ones amongst you will be the ones who actually get professional about with their work and try to investigate stories before putting it out there. I really hope you all realise its not all about the hits. Do not lose your humanity all because you want to be the first to break news. On a lighter note,if you want to break news,kindly break the news that my new song ft Olamide titled Seyi Shay will drop on cloud 9music and mtn plus tomorrow 5th February 2016. I wish you all the best and I appreciate everybody who has been there for me. God bless us all.“ Last month 9ice released a statement saying that his ex-wife Toni Payne never had sex with Ruggedman when they were married. He also apologized to Ruggedman. In 2010 9ice released a song titled ‘Once Bitten, Twice Shy‘ off his Tradition album. In the track he sings about a lover of his who cheated on him with his friend. Many people believed 9ice was singing about Toni Payne and Ruggedman. TONI PAYNE'S RESPONSE ‎ During the week ex-wife of singer, 9ice, Toni Payne, made a public announcement that she has forgiven her ex husband whom she has a son for after six years. Many were surprise at this development and had waited to see the singer’s reaction to the new development and indeed, the singer was happy about it. He recently told Punch that he was happy that Toni had forgiven him. 9ice stated that all along when they were not together that they still talk but the public never got to know which is why they keep peddling rumours about. He said, “I saw the write-up my ex-wife posted on the internet where she wrote that she has forgiven me after six years. It is a very good development and I am happy she had forgiven me after all these years. Contrary to public opinion we have been friends all these while. The most important thing is that even when things are not working or they are not the way they should seem with a person, you should endeavour to remain friends with the person. That is very important. We are friends and we remain friends.”‎ I'm happy all the parties are back together...I put thus pieces all up to show that nobody is perfect. Yes God bless 9ice God bless Toni Payne God bless Ruggedman aka Ruggedi Baba And well God bless you readers as we all see the truth! 

12th August 2016

UPDATES: New militant group vows to blow up more pipelines. ISIS claim another reason Trump shouldn’t be president – Clinton. 2015 polls: Buhari’s bodyguards protest alleged marginalisation. Kano bars 16 pregnant intending pilgrims from hajj. I discussed national matters with Buhari, says Soyinka. IPOB jubilates over members’ release. Nigeria is now a poor country, says Buhari. FG to release N100bn for capital projectsBudget padding: EFCC, ICPC can’t probe Reps –Dogara. Labour minister warns banks against job losses. ExxonMobil Seeks Alternative Route to Export Qua Iboe Grade. Court Bars Police, DSS, INEC from Interfering with PDP Convention. Naira Appreciates as CBN Intervenes in Interbank FX Market. Ugborodo Crisis: Protesters Continue Siege on Chevron Facility. Minister Orders Aviation Agencies to Recover N40.08bn Debt from Airlines. President wants rich nations to save receding Lake Chad. Lagos to commission metro line next year. NERC fines IBEDC N21m for poor consumer handling. FG, WHO confirm new polio cases in Borno. TUC Set To Inject N80Bn Into Unity Bank. If your ship doesn't come in, swim to it. TGIF=-d EPL is back! Have a splendid weekend.

15th August 2016

UPDATES: Five die, 13 injured in Third Mainland Bridge crasHYh. Buhari will be one of Nigeria’s best presidents – Presidency. We won’t allow Fayose, Wike hijack PDP, says Sheriff. Stop begging for dialogue, Avengers tell N’Delta elders. Sports ministry returns Mikel’s $4,600. Send your child to school or risk jail, says El-Rufai. LASG shuts ponmo factory. Police smoke Rivers hoodlums out from holes. Civil servant dies in EFCC’s custody after six hours. Kogi killings: Police arrest DPO, six policemen. Ministry, NOC officials’ families ‘invade’ Brazil. Parents demand swap of Chibok girls for Boko Haram detainees. Omisore is Dogara’s godfather – Jibrin. Olympics: Bolt makes history with third 100m gold. Government threatens to revoke licences of private varsities over post-UTME. CRIME WAVE: Kogi Gov Donates 200 Patrol Vehicles To Police . Boko Haram Accuses Airforce of Killing Abducted Chibok Girls. FG Sets To Rehabilitate Enugu-Onitsha Expressway. Lagos Shuts Hotel In Ikorodu Over Criminal Activities. FG uncovers irregular, unauthorised appointments in civil service. FG sends strong warning to employers over workers’ right to unionism. Lagos caterpillars continue to roar… 360 illegal structures demolished in Lekki. Bill Gates donates $1m for Food, Farming Aids to Borno. PDP Convention: Screening of Candidates Begins Today. Globacom Records Five Million New Subscribers in One Month. BoI, Gombe Sign N360m Solar Power Agreement. Be careful what you to regard your bad habit.. you don't know who's watching Good morning. Have a great working week=-)

10th August 2016

UPDATES: Jonathan using Avengers to destabilise Buhari govt — MEND. AGF orders compilation of high profilnne cases. NOUN suspends Law programme. Flooding looms as Rivers Niger, Benue, Kainji overflow banks.Town hall drama: Nigerians tackle Buhari’s ministers. Presidency backs Dogara, says budget not padded. Mimiko, Fayose can’t impose leaders on us – S’West PDP. B’Haram members fleeing to Europe –Report. A’court reserves judgment in Ikpeazu/Ogah gov tussle. Lagos to close unregistered private schools. Anambra police uncover arms cache at construction site. FG arraigns Malabu oil deal scam suspect today. Food shortage hits Boko Haram. CBN Grants Forbearance to Banks to Write-off 2016 NPLs. Commuters groan as BRT bus drivers protest against alleged salary delay. Parents of Americans killed in Benghazi sue Clinton. 50 Republican national security officials reject Trump. Again, lack of funds threatens 2016 capital projects. Army hunts for killers of soldiers in Bayelsa. Julius Berger: Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Gridlock Will Not End Till Nov. News Blogger, Sidiq Usman, Regains Freedom, Nigerians Outraged over His Arrest. PDP Chairmanship: Govs, Others Torn Between Agbaje and George. Petrol should sell for N151.87/litre, marketers insist. Three Nigerians create records at Rio Olympics. Real Madrid beat Sevilla to UEFA Super Cup. If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough. Good morning =-)

UPDATES 9th August 2016

UPDATES: Pensioners protest unpaid arrears in Edo. We’ve defeated Boko Haram, says Buratai. Obaseki’ll win Edo gov election — monarchs. Mrs. Buhari didn’t go to US, says PDP. AGF meets ICPC boss over reopening of ex-govs’ graft cases. Budget padding: Tambuwal backs Dogara, Jibes meets police panel. Dollar scarcity: Petrol price hike looms, marketers say. Govs oppose Makarfi panel’s members to contest at convention. PDP chair: S’West PDP leaders disagree over zoning. Nigerian girl, 17, secures admission to 13 universities. Kerosene Supply: 78 Marketers May Demand Refund of Payments from NNPC. UBA Holds Valedictory Ceremony for Oduoza, Two EDs. Suspected Militants Kill Soldiers, Seize Military Ammunition, Gunboats in Bayelsa. 11 States to Experience Flood in August, Says NIMET. B’Haram: Shekau in new video, threatens to attack Abuja. Fire razes Ibadan firm, destroys N1bn goods. Ambode hails Egbemode’s confirmation as NGE boss. Oloyede takes over JAMB, vows to enforce discipline. ISIS claims responsibility for Pakistan hospital bombing. FG begins airlift of 80,000 pilgrims to S’Arabia. Conduct ‘energy audit’ of electricity consumers, Fashola tells DISCOs. Abia Concludes Plans To Showcase Local Manufacturers In European Markets. Contractor Yet To Deliver 63 Trucks Of Presidential Grains To Borno, Says Ndume.

8th August 2016

UPDATES: Jonathan alleges assassination plot, says Okah after his life. Govs close to Dogara blocking me from meeting Buhari –Jibrin. PDP chair: Bode George, Agbaje divide governors. I ate bitter leaves, slept on floor – Lagos monarch …we collected N15m ransom... Parents kick as FG hikes unity schools’ fees. Olympic Basketball: Argentina thrash Nigeria 94:66. Generator fumes kill policeman, NSCDC lover. Military operations in Niger saved many lives – Army. Ekiti doctors begin warning strike. APC seeks dualisation of Calabar-Itu highway. NIS warns Lagosians against harbouring illegal immigrants. Abdulmumin Queries His Sack for Budget ‘Padding’. Dangote To Commence Coal Mining In Quarter 4. Ekiti APC Flays Fayose Over Aisha Buhari’s US Trip. Jonathan, Wike, Akpabio, Others Deny Involvement in N’Delta Militancy. FG Prosecutes Turkish Airlines over Consumer Rights’ Violation. Budget padding is corruption, SERAP tells Dogara. APC raises N121m from Ondo gov aspirants. Ogun residents flee communities as cultists mark anniversary. Strike: UI Needs N1.8bn, Gets N150m Annually – VC. 8,000 Girls To Enjoy N160m Scholarship In Katsina. Expert Projects N700bn FAAC Allocation In August, Highest In 30 Months. If you give up when the situation becomes adverse, your strength is inadequate for success. Good morning=-)

10 REASONS YOU SHOULD STOP EATING INSTANT NOODLES

‎10 REASONS YOU SHOULD STOP EATING INSTANT NOODLES‎ 1. Nutrient Absorption : Noodles inhibit the absorption of nutrients for the children under 5.  2. Cancer : The ingredient in the instant noodles called “Styrofoam’, is a cancer causing agent. 3. Miscarriage : Women who are Eating instant noodles during their pregnancy causes miscarriage, because it affect the development of a foetus.‎ 4. Junk Food : instant noodles are enriched with full of carbohydrates,but no vitamins, fiber and minerals. This makes the instant noodles considered as a junk food. 5. Sodium : Instant noodles are power packed with high amounts of sodium. Excess consumption of sodium leads to heart disease, stroke, hypertension and kidney damage. ‎ 6. MSG : Mono sodium Glutamate is used to enhance the flavour of instant noodles. People who are allergic to MSG consume it as part of their diet, then they end up suffering from headaches, facial flushing, pain, burning sensations. ‎ 7. Overweight : Eating Noodles is the leading cause of obesity. Noodles contains fat and large amounts of sodium, which causes water retention in the body and surely it leads to overweight, and obesity leads to heart problems. ‎ 8. Digestion : Instant noodles are bad for digestive system. Regular consumption of instant noodles causes irregular bowl movements and bloating. 9. Propylene Glycol : The ingredient in the instant noodles called “Propylene Glycol” which has a anti-freeze property. This ingredient is used because it prevents the noodles from drying by retaining moisture. It weakens the immune system of our body. It is easily absorbed by the body and it accumulates in the kidneys, heart and liver. It causes abnormalities and damage to thoseareas. ‎ 10. Metabolism : Regular consumption of instant noodles affect the body’s metabolism, because of the chemical substances like additives, coloring and preservatives inside the noodles. ‎  ‎Courtesy: theinfong.com

Police Kills Another 18 year old Black in America

Police Kills Another 18-yr-old Black In America

After the recent killings of two black men by the United States Police Officers which sparked controversies some weeks ago, the Chicago Independent Police Review Authority has on Friday released a graphic photo showing yet another killing. It shows how the Police shot an 18-year-old black teenager and assaulted the shot teenager until he died from his gun wounds. The unarmed teenager identified as Paul O’Neal was shown to have fled on foot from a traffic stop which resulted in his shooting. Following the fatal shooting, the police kicked Paul O’Neal in anger while calling him ‘motherf*****’. Paul was said to be the suspected driver of a stolen car.

UPDATES 7th August 2016

UPDATES: PDP chairmanship: Mimiko, Fayose, S’West leaders to decide Monday. I’ve paid my dues, am ready to serve — Dokpesi. Budget padding: APC peace moves fail. Customs impound over 60,000 rounds of ammunition. I’ve not returned to PDP — Obasanjo. Flood looms as NEMA directs residents along River Niger to vacate homes. Abducted Lagos monarch freed — PPRO. Lagos-Ibadan Expressway: Julius Berger to work at night. Don’t cover up budget padding crisis, Falana tells APC. I want to write books not play politics — Arase. Appointments: Don’t marginalise any region, Mbaka tells Buhari. 11 soldiers, eight bandits die in Niger shoot-out — Army. Eight policemen, NSCDC officers arrested over Nasarawa workers’ killing. PDP Is Gasping For Breath —Obasanjo. Unpaid salaries: 1,005 Kwara pensioners die. Shiite members trek to Abuja, demand El-Zakzaky’s release. Testimonies galore as RCCG ends AMEN convention. We Warned Keshi Over Eagles Job, Says Close Friend. Bonny Light Crude Projected to Hit $55/b by December. 137,295 Withheld As WAEC Releases 2016 Results. Kerosene Is N150 Per Litre From NNPC Depots – NUPENG. The strength of bond in the friendship of two is determined by the patience and tolerance of one. Good morning. Have a happy Sunday =-)

6th August 2016

UPDATES: PDP Leaders Planning New Party Should Sheriff’s Distractions Continue. AMCON Recovers N644bn from Debtors, Explains 2015 Loss. WAEC Records Improved Performance in May/June WASSCE. At Defence College, Buhari Vows to Deal Decisively with Rampaging Fulani herdsmen. NAF intensifies bombardment of vandals in Ogun communities. B’Haram: EU provides additional €12.5m aid. Kidnapping: IG deploys 510 policemen on Abuja-Kaduna highway. Aregbesola presents N1.3bn bond certificates to retirees. NDLEA nabs five with 4,580KG of codeine, Tramadol. Electricity bills: DISCOs may disconnect MDAs over N93bn debt. EFCC arrests FAAN official over N100m salary scam. Driving Test is Compulsory for Prospective Drivers, Says Corps Marshall. Budget scandal: Reps’ caucuses back Dogara. PDP chairmanship: Dokpesi rejects zoning, George picks form. NNPC records N65.83bn loss in five months.Nigerians condemn FG for dollar subsidy to Hajj pilgrims. Buhari summons mines officers over explosives’ diversion. New B/Haram leader, al-Barnawi, accuses Shekau of killing fellow Muslims. Confusion as Obasanjo is sighted at PDP event venue. It’s difficult to fulfil all my electoral promises, says Buhari. Ikpeazu’s wife builds houses for widows in Abia. FRSC to retrain, recertify 2,000 commercial bus drivers. Dogara under fire for saying padding not corruption. Compulsory Education In Kaduna Begins Next Month. Good judgement comes from experience and experience comes from bad judgement. Good morning =-)

1st August 2016

UPDATES: Military on High Alert as Militants Declare N’Delta Republic Today. Return schools to original owners, Ooni tells govt. Cost of driving licence remains N6,350. EFCC raids NAHCO Lagos office, summons officers. Iwo indigenes can become Ooni, says Oluwo. I regret supporting Sheriff to become PDP chairman – Fayose. Crisis as two leaders emerge in Lagos NMA. Soldiers foil ex-militants’ protest, FG begins payment today. Six inmates rearrested as CG probes jail-break. Lagos pays N142m claims to deceased workers’ families. 19 militants held as NAF jets destroy four camps in S’West. Budget padding: Step down, SERAP, SANs tell Dogara, others. There is corruption in House of Reps – Jibrin. JAMB makes a U-turn, withdraws candidates’ lists sent to varsities. Falana: DSS Lacks Power to Investigate Padding of National Budget. FG bans distribution of souvenirs at MDAs’ seminars. FG Remitted Workers’ Pension Last In September. Ambode Leads As Top Performing Governor. Economic Downturn: Vacancies In Lekki, VI, Ikoyi Properties Rise 72% In 18 Months. APC’ll take over Anambra nextYari Sighs, As Zamfara Assembly Withdraws Impeachment Threat. year – Ngige. PSG beat Leicester 4-0 in Anglo-French champions Cup. It's not who you are that holds you back but who you think you are not. Good morning. Here's to a great first week of a new monthome of accomplishments and success. =-)

31st July 2016

UPDATES: Military rains bombs on Ijaw militants in South-West. IJAW LEADERS TO MILITANTS Don’t Declare Republic Of N-Delta. Visionless Govt: Reno Omokri Reminds Osinbajo Of Statement Against Jonathan. #SaveMayowa: Family must sign consent form for her release, says LUTH. Restructuring ‘ll end Nigeria’s problems, Atiku insists. I’ve forgiven Danjuma, others for killing my father — Fajuyi’s son. I gave N1.2bn to Obanikoro, bank official tells EFCC. Budget padding: DSS, Police get Buhari’s nod on probes. Withdraw military from Ijaw land, Clark, others tell FG. 13 inmates escape from Kogi prison. Security Operatives Seal off House Appropriation Committee Secretariat. UBA MD retires amid tributes at book launch. US Visa Issuance: Nigeria Ranks First in Africa. Indorama to Invest $4.2bn in Eleme Petrochemicals by 2020. TCN Management Returns to FG as Manitoba Exits. CBN Sold $1.13bn Forex to Banks, Others in May.

27th July 2016

UPDATES: Reduce wastages, merge MDAs, Obasanjo tells govs. Ibori kinsmen protest land encroachment, block East-West road. A’court reserves judgment in Kogi gov poll petition. INEC messing up democracy, says Fayose. Declare economic emergency in Nasarawa, Maku begs Buhari. Terrorists storm French church, kill 84-year-old priest. Tribunal dismisses Sylva’s petition against Dickson’s election. Ex-commissioner, Edo govt disagree over N14.5bn website, others. Abia crisis: A’court to decide Ikpeazu, Ogah’s gov suit Aug. 9. Reps to invite EFCC, ICPC to probe budget scandal. Ambassadorial nominees unable to recite national anthem, pledge. Buhari Inaugurates Abuja-Kaduna Rail, Promises Speedy Completion of Lagos-Calabar Route. Reps to invite EFCC, ICPC to probe budget scandal. FG’s Delayed Dialogue, A Ploy to Acquire Drones, Says Niger Delta avengers. INEC Postpones Rerun Elections in Rivers over Insecurity. Buhari Reappoints Mbam as RMAFC’s Boss. INEC Formally Ratifies Makarfi-led PDP Leadership. PDP reserves 11 party seats for North, South gets 10. Mobile ecosystem adds N3.13tr value to economy, says Shittu. The problem in the world today are that the smart ones aren't bold enough and the stupid ones are over confident. Good morning and have a great day!

18th July 2016

UPDATES: Troops kill 11 gunmen, two terrorists in Zamfara, Borno. Revenue slump, militancy raise doubts over 2016 budget. Dasuki demands N15b damages, apology for alleged illegal detention. Government to revive 10,000 health centres nationwide. Dangote, Bill Gates restate commitment to polio eradication. ‘Nigeria, 22 other countries still at risk of Ebola outbreak’. South-East, South-South reject grazing bill before National Assembly. Yunusa, Osun judge sanctioned for judicial misconduct, says NJC. Glo’s Professor Johnbull goes on air Tuesday. Gunmen abduct Lagos monarch, baby, two others. Lagos’ll experience blackout today —TCN. Arase left with 24 police vehicles –Acting IG. EFCC quizzes pilot for flying Fayose’s N1.2bn cash. Ambode heads Edo APC campaign, PDP urges free poll. 6,000 arrested for Turkey failed coup. PDP Reps’ caucus cautions against alleged Buhari’s impeachment. Nine million people affected by B’Haram insurgency — US. Jonathan ordered Dasuki to give me N100m – Okupe. Ghost workers: FG sends suspects list to EFCC. Sacked Bayelsa council workers protest, block Assembly complex. ‘Three cops shot dead in US’. ICPC urges Nigerians to expose corrupt officials. ABU develops remedy for tomato Ebola – Vice Chancellor. CBN Finally Frees the Naira, Funds Forward Contracts. Telecom operator petitions Police over alleged vandalism of N63.8m cables. NCC Remitted N70bn into Federation Account in Q1. FG, Integrated Energy Agree on $87.8m as Refund for Yola Disco. 1 Dies, 10 Hospitalised, As Anambra Marks Houses For Demolition. MEND Writes Buhari, Names Diette-Spiff, Tomplolo, Others in Dialogue Team. Oil Wells: Niger Delta Lawmakers Insist On 65% OWNERSHIP. Obasanjo Visits Sokoto, Commiserates with Sultan, Shagari over Shinkafi’s Death. Lagos Begins Digital Library Project To Boost Learning. Shipping Firm Slams N50m Suit On Nigeria Customs Over Illegal Detention Of MD.

16th July 2016

UPDATES: Turkish coup soldiers surrender in Istanbul. EFCC grills Okupe for receiving N85m from Dasuki. OAU NASU, national officials clash over dissolution order. N2.8bn fraud: NAMA official gets permission to travel abroad. N1.3bn Dasukigate: Omisore not yet entitled to bail, says court. Benue to return 136 schools to private individuals –Ortom. Nasarawa took N28bn bank loans in five years –NLC. Mass housing: FG won’t accept building collapse –Fashola Fani-Kayode released after two months in detention. Army/Shiites clash: Panel summits reports to El-Rufai. Herdsmen’s Attacks: Military Set to Launch Operation Accord. Military Hands Over 3 Ex-Boko Haram Suspects to Yobe, Borno. Land Grabbers Clash in FESTAC, Incite Panic. Labour leaders urge NERC, GENCOs, DISCOs to obey court judgment on reversal of electricity tariff. Militia fulani herdsmen kill two on Taraba-Benue border. 37,000 child marriages hold daily worldwide, says group. NSCDC impounds 153, 000 litres of PMS, nabs 11 suspects in Ondo . Political Associates, Friends Eulogise Osoba At 77. Police Dislodge More Kidnap Gangs In Kogi, Rescue Victims. MNJTF Troops Repel Boko Haram Attacks In Baga. Fire Guts Popular GSM Market In Kano. NIPOST Raises Alarm over Unclaimed Foreign Academic Certificates, Valuables. Panic over Suspected Earth Tremor in Bayelsa, Rivers. A friend is one who knows all about you and loves you regardless

14th July 2016

UPDATES: Reps consider penalty for employers that owe salaries. Special fund for health emergencies under way, says Dogara. Buhari’s purported impeachment plot a huge joke, says APC. Buhari’s purported impeachment plot a huge joke, says APC. Government implores militants to eschew violence as 72 graduate from UNICAL. Boko Haram kills two soldiers, injures 11 in Borno attack. Four cops, two kidnappers die in Rivers’ gun duel. Rivers denies owing salaries, workers disagree. EFCC seals Nigeria office of Dubai’s property firm. FG can’t fund NASS constituency projects, AGF insists. Theresa May Takes over as British PM, Promises ‘Bold New Role’Outside EU. Forgery: AGF meets senators, insists on Saraki, Ekweremadu’s trial. Rivers APC opposes N9bn loan for Wike. Edo: INEC can’t disqualify my candidate, says Sheriff. Era of free, easy money gone for good –Buhari. Cameroun Reopens Far North Nigeria Border as Boko Haram Retreats. Court Annuls Hike in Electricity Tariffs. Power Supply: Faulty Shiroro Hydro Station Generator Comes On stream. AGF: Revenue Has Dropped by 40%, Budget Will be Partially Implemented. Ambode Makes History, Holds Exco Meeting In Badagry. Nigerian Navy to establish base in Ogun. Army confirms 25 terrorists dead in Kangarwa attack. The greatest enemy of knowledge is not ignorance but the illusion of knowledge. READ AND EXERCISE YOUR THINKING CAPACITY. Good morning

July 12th 2016

UPDATES: Sex Scandal: US Envoy to Provide Video Evidence against Lawmakers Thursday. Buhari Considers Hadiza Bala Usman as Head of NPA. IMF: Nigeria’s Economy Likely to Contract This Year. Theresa May to Step in as Britain’s New Iron Lady Wednesday. Presidency Questions Accuracy of Benue Massacre Reports. NERC Probes Electrocution of Three Persons in Abuja Suburb. Edo gov: APC adopts panel report, endorses Obaseki. 10 die as farmers, herdsmen clash in Niger. Final year UNILAG undergraduate dies in hostel. Nigeria’s political class anti-progress – Utomi. Stakeholders Alarmed by Increased Smuggling of Rice. Niger Delta Group Kicks against Appointment of Baru as NNPC Boss. Gas Price Hike: Aggrieved Motorists Threaten to Shutdown NIPCO’s Stations. Buhari won’t make bogus promises on Chibok girls – Presidency. PENGASSAN Shuts Down Kaduna Refinery, Disrupts Fuel Supply. Take Us Home, Nigerians Trapped In South Sudan Beg FG. Kubwa Murder: Residents Call For Increased Security Surveillance. Teachers dare Ajimobi, refuse to obey resumption order. Rivers police foil plan to bomb NLNG pipeline. Grazing Reserves Gazette: Jang Owes Benue People Apology — Longyen. US Releases $13m For Boko Haram Victims In North East. Court Adjourns Saraki, Ekweremadu ‘s Trial to Sept 28. Manufacturers contemplate exit as production cost rises by over 50%. Court lifts order freezing NICON, Global Fleet accounts. Ronaldo Fans in Nigeria Mock Messi to Reconsider Retirement. Life is a dream for the wise; a game for the fool; a comedy for the rich and a tragedy to the poor. Choose carefully . Good morning

1st July 2016

UPDATES: Government beefs up security at airports to forestall attack. Ohakim loses bid to stop trial over alleged $2.9m fraud. CBN votes N2.5b for NYSC entrepreneurs. Ogunshola, Ibidapo-Obe, others leading lights of maths – NMS. Amnesty programme undergoing review, says Buhari. Tribunal upholds David Mark’s election. FG declares Tuesday, Wednesday as public holiday. Benue hails Speaker, others’ arrest for alleged N750m fraud. Oil majors auction $37m in $60m forex demand. Portugal defeat Poland to reach Euro semi-final. I support Buhari’s anti-graft war, will return N400m — Metuh. Mischief makers want to set me against Buhari – Mbaka. N’Delta: Buhari meets service chiefs, IG visits Gbaramatu today. Court sends Fintiri to prison over alleged N1.9bn fraud. Again, AGF Shuns Senate C’ttee, Says It Lacks Jurisdiction to Summon him. Troops Kill Several Terrorists in Borno, Three Bandits in Zamfara. Transcorp Hilton Abuja Begins $100m Renovation Project. Nigerian Stock Market Gains 3.3% in First Six Months. I’m joining Manchester United – Ibrahimovic. Accept Modu Sheriff’s PDP governorship candidates list, court orders INEC. Alleged N2bn Bribery Scandal: Ogbeh Says Funds Domiciled With Ministry Of Finance. Court Strikes Out Certificate Suit Against President. FG To Use N50bn Cabotage Fund For National Carrier. Court fixes September 27 for Orji Kalu, others’ arraignment. Obstacles are what you see when you take your eyes off your goal. Goof morning

June 28th 2016

UPDATES: Saraki, Ekweremadu Warn Their Trial is Dangerous, Poses Threat to Democracy. PDP state chairmen endorse Makarfi, urge Sheriff to embrace peace. I am ready to go to jail, says Saraki. Militants Attack Ogun Deputy Gov’s Convoy. Govt defends Buratai, wants report on Dubai property disregarded. Naira loses 49 kobo, interbank lending resurges over tight liquidity. Court orders Ikpeazu to v acate office as gov of Abia. Govt orders refund of post-UTME fees. Naira falls to 351/dollar at black market. Ekiti NULGE rejects strike suspension, pulls out of NLC. Pope asks Roman Catholics to apologise to gays. EFCC arrests Fayose’s ‘best friend’ over N4.7bn fraud. Presidency kicks as Saraki says cabal has hijacked Buhari govt. Workers kick as Dickson extends HoS, perm sec’s tenure. Hodgson quits as England boss after Iceland humiliation. Ortom swears in 11 new perm secs. CBN Kicks off OTC FX Futures as Buhari Restates Opposition to Devaluation. BVN: 500 A-Ibom Civil Servants, Pensioners Excluded From Payroll. LG Autonomy: NULGE Lobbies Obasanjo, Gowon, IBB, Others. Kachikwu in China, Shops for $50bn Investment for Oil and Gas. Eko Disco Expresses Worry over Harassment by Soldiers.2 Suicide Bombers Blow Self Up In Failed Maiduguri Mosque Attack. Lagos outlaws Omo-Onile, sets up 5-man task force. Learn from other's mistakes.. life is too short for you to make them all by yourself. Good morning