Boko Haram attacks military base in Borno

Boko Haram terrorists have staged a fresh attack on a military base in Baga in the Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno State, a day after they invaded Gudumbali area in the Guzamala Local Government Area and sacked the residents.

The Nigerian Army on Sunday confirmed the terror attack on Gudumbali, saying that its combined troops of 82 Division Task Force Brigade and 158 Task Force Battalion repelled the attack and were restoring normalcy in the area.

Geographical restructuring will not solve Nigeria’s problem –Osinbajo

The Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, has said that simple geographical restructuring is not the problem with Nigeria.

He said that prudent management of national resources and providing for the people properly were better ideas for Nigeria’s development challenges.

Trump makes a U-Turn, lowers White House flag out of ‘respect’ for McCain

Under fire for what critics said was a lack of respect for the late US senator John McCain, President Donald Trump on Monday issued a formal proclamation about the lawmaker’s death and ordered the White House flag back to half-staff.

Buhari desires the best at all times – President’s aide

Olalekan Adetayo, Abuja

President Muhammadu Buhari desires the best at all times and expects his security aides to discharge their duties with professionalism and integrity.

The Chief of Staff to the President, Abba Kyari, said this on Thursday after decorating Buhari’s Chief Personal Security Officer, Abdulkarim Dauda, with his new rank of Commissioner of Police.

Abacha loot: How I will use $322m in three years – Comedian, Ali Baba

Veteran comedian, Atunyota Alleluya Akporobomerere, popularly known by his stage name, Ali Baba, has made a proposal to the Federal Government on how to use the recovered fund looted by the late Head of State, Sani Abacha.

Ali Baba said he would transform the National Theatre within three years if given the Abacha loot the Federal Government wants to share to poor Nigerians.

2019: Igbo’s political future not in ‘hands of Hausa-Fulani’ – MASSOB fires back at Buhari

The Movement for the Actualization of the Sovereign State of Biafra, MASSOB, has berated President Muhammadu Buhari over claims that Igbo Presidency depends on their support for his 2019 re-election bid.

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, Boss Mustapha had said people of the South East can only produce a President if they support Buhari in 2019.

FIFA picks 17 refs for next phase of World Cup

FIFA’s Referees Committee on Wednesday selected 17 referees, 37 assistant referees and 10 Video Assistant Referees (VARs) for the final phase of its 2018 World Cup, holding in Russia.

Pierluigi Collina, the committee’s head, told reporters in Moscow that this was because the number of referees at the 32-day competition has to be reduced at this point in time.

Igbo political future rests on my re-election—Buhari

OWERRI—PRESIDENT Muhammadu Buhari yesterday, said the political future of Igbo in Nigeria depends on his re-election in 2019. 

Buhari stated this at the Southeast mega rally at Dan Anyiam Stadium in Imo State, organized by Governor Rochas Okorocha. This is as notable Igbo leaders in APC in the South East region shunned Okorocha’s rally. 

2019 elections may not hold, PDP chairman warns

The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Prince Uche Secondus, on Wednesday in Abuja, warns that the 2019 general elections may not hold if the July 14 governorship election in Ekiti State is rigged.

He said the election must be free, fair and credible.

Robber dies while fleeing with Aisha’s car in Katsina

A fleeing suspected armed robber has died in an accident involving the vehicle that he and other gang members snatched from one Aisha Abdullahi in Katsina State.
The Katsina State Police Command said that the robber and his colleagues had on Wednesday stormed Aisha’s house and took the vehicle after robbing the woman of other valuables.

Kwankwaso, other nPDP members allegedly dump APC

Former Governor of Kano state, Rabiu Kwankwaso and some other notable members of the new Peoples Democratic Party, nPDP, may have dumped the All Progressives Congress, APC, party, reports making the rounds claim.

Police discover 41 bodies in Zamfara

The Police said they have discovered the bodies of 41 persons it described as bandits terrorising villages in Zamfara State.

Commissioner of Police, Kenneth Ebrimson, disclosed this while briefing reporters on Wednesday in Gusau, the state capital.

NFF crisis: I don’t care if FIFA bans Nigeria – Onigbinde

Former coach of the Super Eagles, Festus Adegboye Onigbinde has told the Chris Giwa-led Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), not to feel threatened by any potential ban from the world football governing body, FIFA.

2019: Sagay speaks on Osinbajo coming back as Buhari’s running mate

The Chairman of the Presidential Advisory Committee Against Corruption, PACAC, has said that there is no better combination than President Muhammadu Buhari and Vice President Yemi Osinbajo.

The senior lawyer described Buhari and Osinbajo as the best combination in the country, saying it was unlikely that any group or political party could produce that combination in years to come.

Lagos: 31-year-Old Man Jailed For 50 Years For Raping JSS1 Student

Sunday Salami, a 31-year-old furniture maker, will spend the next half a century languishing in Kirikiri Prisons, Lagos, for defiling a 14-year-old Junior Secondary School 1 student.

Justice Sybil Nwaka of an Ikeja Domestic Violence and Sexual Offences Court on Tuesday, June 3, 2018, sentenced Salami after convicting him of defilement contrary to Section 137 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State 2011.

WAEC releases 2018 May/June WASSCE result, says there’s decline in pass rate

The West African Examinations Council said on Wednesday that only 49.98 per cent of candidates who wrote its 2018 school certificate examination obtained credit passes and above.

The council’s Head of National Office, Mr. Olu Adenipekun, said the credit passes included English Language and Mathematics.

French President Emmanuel Macron having fun in Nigeria

French president Emmanuel Macron having fun in Lagos Nigeria.

French President Emmanuel Macron (C) throws the ball during a meeting with former pro basketball players from NBA Africa and takes part in a training with young basketball players in the French Louis Pasteur high school on July 4, 2018, in Lagos.

The Galaxy Note 9’s S-Pen is reportedly getting Bluetooth for additional functionality

We’re still a few weeks away from the August 9th unveiling for Samsung’s Galaxy Note 9, but details have begun to trickle out about one of the biggest changes reportedly coming to the iconic S-Pen stylus: Bluetooth, spotted by Droid Life in the Note 9’s FCC filing.

We’ll presumably find out the extent of the S-Pen’s new abilities come August, when Samsung formally announces the Note 9. In the meantime, it’s exciting to see that Samsung is continuing to explore all the possibilities when it comes to making its accessories more useful.

I’m not aware of court’s directive on Buhari – Lai Mohammed

Olalekan Adetayo, Abuja

The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, on Wednesday, said he was not aware of an order of mandamus granted by a court for the National Assembly to begin impeachment process against President Muhammadu Buhari.

‘nPDP’ faction announces new APC bloc

A faction of the ruling All Progressives Congress, believed to be backed by senior government officials pushing to challenge President Muhammadu Buhari in 2019, has announced the formation of a new party bloc.

The group said it is now the “Reformed APC”, and the “authentic” faction of the party.

It said at a press conference Wednesday that all members of the so-called nPDP, and defunct CPC, ANPP and ACN, are members of the new bloc.

Court orders National Assembly to begin impeachment process against Buhari

A Federal High Court sitting in Osogbo has granted an order of mandamus to compel the National Assembly to begin impeachment process against President Muhammadu Buhari, based on some alleged constitutional breaches.

Justice Maureen Onyetenu gave the ex parte order on Wednesday, following a motion filed before her by the Chairman, Nigeria Bar Association, Ilesa branch, Mr. Kanmi Ajibola; and a human rights activist, Mr. Suleiman Adeniyi.

Leaked whereabouts of Nnamdi Kanu has vindicated our position, says IPOB

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) says recent intelligence report on the whereabouts of its leader, Nnamdi Kanu, has vindicated its position that the Nigerian Army abducted him.

Its Publicity Secretary, Emma Powerful, said this in a statement.According to him, the Nigerian Army should be held responsible if anything happens to Kanu following its invasion of Isiama Afaraukwu in Abia State on September 14, 2017.He added that the information has put an end to the lies concocted by the authorities to conceal his location.

Police parade alleged perpetrators of Benue, Plateau killings [PHOTOS]

The Nigeria Police, on Monday paraded alleged perpetrators of latest killings in Plateau and Benue states.


Force spokeaman in a statement said the arrest followed credible intelligence.

Suspects are: Benjamin Bagugba Tivfa “32 YRS” – A Serving Honourable Councillor of Fidi Council Ward, Makurdi, Benue State. (Admitted to have supplied arms and ammunition to the bandits for their criminal activities);

Banky W speaks on Macron’s visit to Fela Shrine

Popular Nigerian Singer cum Actor, Banky Wellington has spoken on the planned visit of President of France, Emmanuel Macron to Fela Shrine later today.

The singer on his Twitter page described the visit as iconic and historic.

He further disclosed that he will be the host of the event tagged, ‘Celebration of African culture’.

“In absolutely epic and iconic news. The President of France, Emmanuel Macron, will visit Nigeria tomorrow (Now today) for an event at the SHRINE called, “A celebration of African Culture. I feel extremely honoured to be chosen as the MC for this historic occasion.” Banky W tweeted.

Stella Damasus calls out ‘social media beggars,’ speaks on how begging destroys people

Nollywood actress, Stella Damasus has called out ‘social media beggars’ to stop hating on celebrities, but to look for a job to do.

Lately, the country’s economy has made ‘begging on social media a norm. Some Nigerians go as far as insulting celebrities and some wealthy Nigerians who refuse to give out cash or gifts.

How to make your own Memoji in iOS 12

With the launch of Apple’s iOS 12 comes Memoji. It’s essentially the personified version of Animoji — you can design your Memoji to look like you and then use it to send silly videos or photos. Keep in mind that for now, you need to have an iPhone X running iOS 12 to use Memoji. Still, you’ll definitely want to play with it, and here’s how.

Apple to reportedly get its OLED displays from LG to reduce reliance on Samsung

Apple may soon be using LG as an alternative supplier for its OLED panels used in its iPhone X devices, anonymous sources told Bloomberg. Having LG as a secondary supplier will help the tech giant source OLED displays more quickly and cut costs.

Armed Attackers Kill Seven Policemen In Abuja

Seven policemen have been killed by armed men at Galadimawa Junction, just off the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport road in Abuja.

According to Premium Times, Mr. Sadiq Bello, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Commissioner, confirmed the incident.

However, Bello did not give details of the incident.

Instead, he said Anjuguri Manzah, the FCT police spokesperson, will provide further details to the press shortly.

Maradona offers to coach Argentina for free

Disappointed Argentina legend Diego Maradona has declared his readiness to coach the national team for free even as he regretted that it not possible for him to turn back the hands of the clock and become a player again.

Presidents Buhari, Emmanuel Macron in closed door meeting

President Muhammadu Buhari is currently holding a closed door meeting with the President of France, Emmanuel Macron.

The meeting is holding inside Mr Buhari’s office at the Presidential Villa. Abuja.

Iniesta: Spain retirement not an easy decision

After announcing he will retire from international football following World Cup elimination, the Barca legend admits it was not an easy call

Andres Iniesta says he spent "many months" thinking about his international future before opting to quit Spain duty after the World Cup.

Wike commissioning my projects – Amaechi

Former Governor of Rivers State, Rotimi Amaechi has said that some projects being commissioned by his successor, Nyesom Wike were projects already completed during his administration. Amaechi stated this during a reception organized in his honor by the Chiefs and people of Ishimbam General Assembly at Elele in Ikwerre Local Government Area of the State. He said Governor Wike was

Dell will again become a publicly-traded company in $22 billion buyout

Dell is returning to the public market in a $22 billion stock buyout that will still leave CEO/founder Michael Dell and investment firm Silver Lake firmly in charge, as reported by The Financial Times. The company went private in 2013 following a $25 billion buyout by Dell and Silver Lake. Since

Plateau killings: Group demands immediate overhaul of nation’s security

Plateau Initiative for Development and Advancement of the Natives (PIDAN), an umbrella body of all the ethnic nationalities numbering over 53 in Plateau State has called on President Muhammadu Buhari

Killings: Gowon wants Buhari to deal with culprits

Former military head of state, General Yakubu Gowon (rtd) has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to identify arrest and deal with the culprits responsible for the various killings across the country perpetrated by suspected bandits and herdsmen.

Tanker Explosion: Lagos To Prosecute Truck Owner, Driver

‘Dead’ woman found alive in mortuary fridge

A South African woman who paramedics had declared dead after a horrific car crash was later found alive in a mortuary fridge, emergency services said on Monday. Ambulance service

Cholera Outbreak

Eleven persons have been killed by cholera outbreak, which hit six local government areas of Katsina State.

It was gathered that five out of the 11 persons died in Funtua

Pipeline explodes in Ogun

A gas pipeline in Ilara near Ogijo area of Ogun State has exploded.

Eyewitnesses say the explosion occurred at about 10:00 pm

Galatasaray to pay Ahmed Musa £4 million pounds a year

Top Turkish club Galatasaray have agreed to pay Nigeria World Cup star Ahmed Musa four million pounds a year after tax as they battle to snatch him away from Premier League club Leicester City.

A top source said: “Nothing has been sealed yet but the offers have continued

Ezekwesili to sue FG over police harassment

 Worried by continued harassment from Nigerian Police and other security operatives, former Minister of Education, Dr. Oby Ezekwesili, has threatened to institute legal action against the Federal Government for impeding on her rights. Ezekwesili threat came barely a week after security officials

Ekiti 2018: Fayose confused, frustrated, desperate – Adeyeye

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Prince Dayo Adeyeye, has described the Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Ayodele Fayose as a frustrated and desperate man.

Prince Adeyeye, who was a former Minister of State for Works, in a press statement on Sunday in Ado Ekiti, the state capital, by Mr Niyi Ojo,

Police Protest In Maiduguri

Police officers in Borno State have taken to the streets of Maiduguri, the state capital today (Monday) in a protest.

The officers who are protesting over six months of unpaid allowances, barricaded major roads around the police headquarters.

Ex-IGP Abba: I led Police to resist efforts to disrupt 2015 elections

Former Inspector-General of Police, Mr Suleiman Abba, on Sunday appealed to officers of the Nigeria Police Force not to allow themselves to be used to disrupt the 2019 general elections.

Abba told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos that there was a lot for the officers

Why security agencies must be restructured – Makarfi

Ahmed Makarfi, former Caretaker Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has called for the restructuring of security agencies in Nigeria.

The former Governor of Kaduna State said institutions of government, including security agencies

Top 6 things you didn’t know about DJ Kentalky

Ifeoluwa Ibrahim Ozimah, popularly known as DJ Kentalky is one DJ that has taking the industry by surprise with his versatile style. DJ Kentalky is an in-house jockey at Naija FM.

PLATEAU MASSACRE: Our story, by Miyetti Allah

source: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2018/07/plateau-massacre-story-miyetti-allah/

Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association, MACBAN’s National Secretary, Baba Othman Ngelzarma, has insisted that his group has nothing to do with last week’s massacre in Plateau State’ villages which claimed more than 100 lives. Nzelzarma’s position came against the backdrop of the claim by the MACABAN Chairman (North Central Zone), Danladi Ciroma, who said the killings were in retaliation for the rustling of 300 cows in the attacked communities