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In continuation of its spirited efforts to ameliorate the hardship indigent students face in attaining formal education, the #SenatorBurujiKashamu - inspired #OmoiluFoundation on Tuesday presented a cheque of 150,000 to one Ogunbanjo Olawale of the Computer Science department of Abraham Adesanya Polythecnic to cover his tuition fee of N105,000 and N45,000 for his upkeep. Speaking on the occasion, the Director-General of the Foundation in the Southwest zone, Otunba Adeleke Adekoya said the Foundation is ready to do everything possible towards assisting indigent students. "This gesture is in line with the Foundation's undying commitment to ensuring affordability of qualitative education for indigent students in tertiary institutions and our distinguished #SenatorBurujiKashamu who is the chairman of the Foundation is always ready to commit his hard-earned resources towards achieving this feet," he said. At the presentation of the cheque to the beneficiary, the Ogun State

Congratulations to a young gallant Police officer Abba Kyari. He is the youngest ACP in Nigeria at 41yrs old. He was promoted to the rank of Assistant Commissioner of Police on 16th December, 2016 by the Nigerian Police Force. Arewa celebrate you. All Ordinary Nigerians celebrate you. The world will In Sha Allah celebrate you. You will achieve much more than you have achieved. Congratulations great man. Below is what he shared : Glory be to Almighty GOD and My Sincere Appreciation To IGP Ibrahim Idris, The Police Service commission, My Family, Friends and Well Wishers. I have been Promoted to the Prestigious Rank of Assistant Commissioner of police based on IGP’s Recommendation for Gallantry, Exceptional and Superlative Performance. At 41yrs am the Youngest Assistant Commissioner of police in Nigeria Today. Please Join me to Celebrate this Great Moment.

I like those who always remember home. Our aged parents need our sincere love and care. Oritase Femi took to his Instagram page, this morning, to show the world that he still has a grand mother and that he went to check on her yesterday, after his performance. Blessed be those who show love, care and respect towards the aged.

They don't wear lacoste in sokoto, they carry Lacoste.....

The factional National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Ali Modu Sheriff on Thursday hailed the Nigerian Military for clearing the dreaded Sambisa forest harbouring the Boko haram insurgents in Borno State. Sheriff who made the remark during his working visit to Makurdi in Benue State also expressed gratitude that the dismantling of the sect from the forest was a vindication that he does not have any link with the terrorist group as insinuated by his perceived political opponents. “The military have cleared Sambisa forest and I want to thank them. I'm the number one causality of Boko haram. I have lost very close relatives which included; my cousins, my candidate and others were all killed by Boko haram. “Those of us who are from Borno State knows what we have suffered in the hands of the sect. The irony of it all is that those who feared my political career turned around to say that I created Boko haram but God has vindicated me'" he said.

Are these really homo sapiens? Future wives and mothers destroying their already bleak futures and enjoying the moment! What an anomaly!

Check out the quick snap I took on the writer Chiamanda Adichie whilst on the bus.

Minister of Health, Prof. Isaac Adewole, has said Nigerians, living with certain medical conditions that require major surgeries but have been unable to seek healthcare services due to the cost have been directed to visit any Federal Teaching Hospital and or medical centre for free treatment. The directive was given in line with the operations of the Rapid Response Initiative, RRI, which was inaugurated earlier this year to perform not less than 10,000 free surgeries on poor Nigerians. Adewole gave the directive, yesterday, during a media interactive session at the just concluded Kuchigoro Primary Healthcare Centre, Abuja. “The only qualification you have is that you must be poor and we’ll do those surgeries that really put people in discomfort, myomectomy cleft lips, even VVF, many of these are being handled across the country in about 46 specialist centres,” he said. Conducting a tour round the Kuchigoro health facility, the minister disclosed that about N550 million had been

At least 15 Boko Haram fighters were killed in Borno on Friday as Nigerian troops of Operation Lafiya Dole and Boko Haram terrorists engaged in prolonged fierce battle in Borno State. Military insiders told PREMIUM TIMES the battle ensued at 6 a.m this morning and did not end until after 9 a.m. Our sources said the battle began when fighters of the terror group launched a surprise attack on troops location in Rann, in northern Borno, shooting sporadically. Troops from 3 Battalion and 112 Task Force Battalion are stationed in the area, our sources said. The soldiers responded promptly, killing an unknown number of the terrorists, and wounding several others. The battle raged for over two hours, and when the dust settled, several terrorists were found dead. One of our sources said more than 15 of the Boko Haram fighters were killed in action. Another said the figure was much higher, saying many other terrorists escaped from the scene with gunshot wounds. Both sources however s

A new report on Thursday said despite President Muhammadu Buhari’s attempt at ensuring transparency in the oil sector, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, NNPC, still withholds billions in oil revenues from the government account. The report by the Natural Resource Governance Institute, titled “NNPC still holds blank check” said that within the first six months of the Buhari administration, the NNPC withheld over $4.2 billion (about N824.7 billion) out of a total of $6.3 billion (N1.24 trillion) revenues realised from crude oil sales in the second half of 2015. The withheld revenues represented about 66 per cent of the total revenue – $1.4 billion earnings from Nigeria’s regular crude oil exports for the period; $3.4 billion from domestic crude oil sales, and $1.5 billion from oil sold from the corporation’s upstream subsidiary, the Nigerian Petroleum Development Company, NPDC oil fields. The report said only $2.1 billion (about N413.7 billion) was transferred to the Fed

Following the alleged disappearance of more than N2 billion naira from the coffers of the University of Ilorin, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) will quiz the institution's immediate vice-chancellor, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede and the incumbent, Prof. Abdulganiyu Ambali. It was learnt that the leadership of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), petitioned the anti-graft agency against the management of the foremost institution in Nigeria. Oloyede was recently appointment registrar of the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) but his appointment by President Muhammadu Buhari has been protested against by ASUU. The petition, according to Nigerian Tribune, was submitted on Thursday, December 29, 2016 at the zonal office of the EFCC at 16, Reverend Oyedeji Crescent, Iyaganku, Ibadan. ASUU listed pension fraud, unremitted deductions, extortion from students, contract inflation and kick-backs; as well as unlawful payments to ex-principal officers of

The Presidency yesterday refuted media reports that President Muhammadu Buhari will make full board appointments in January 2017. Garba Shehu, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, who was quoted to have made the statement, said he never gave such confirmation. “That President Buhari will make full board appointments in January 2017 as published did not come from us”, he declared. He explained in a statement that in the interaction between him and some State House correspondents he tried to clear a few issues that they raised. Shehu clarified: “Here is what I said: ‘You know that the reconstitution began methodically, from sector to sector.’ “‘You should expect that to resume at the beginning of the New Year. The President has given directions on what to do’.”

The federal government has appointed Mrs. Mariel Rae-Omoh as the new acting Director-General, Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation (NTDC). She takes over from the former acting DG, Boniface Ebuka, who last month was first appointed into the position following the sack of the former DG, Mrs. Sally Uwechue-Mbanefo. The new appointment was conveyed in a letter dated December 28 and signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Culture, Mrs. Ayotunde, Adesugba. Mrs. Rae-Omoh was informed that her appointment by the Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed was with immediate effect. Until the development, Mrs. Rae-Omoh, was the director of Hospitality and Travel Trade.

The factional National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Ali Modu Sheriff on Thursday hailed the Nigerian Military for clearing the dreaded Sambisa forest harbouring the Boko haram insurgents in Borno State. Sheriff who made the remark during his working visit to Makurdi in Benue State also expressed gratitude that the dismantling of the sect from the forest was a vindication that he does not have any link with the terrorist group as insinuated by his perceived political opponents. “The military have cleared Sambisa forest and I want to thank them. I'm the number one causality of Boko haram. I have lost very close relatives which included; my cousins, my candidate and others were all killed by Boko haram. “Those of us who are from Borno State knows what we have suffered in the hands of the sect. The irony of it all is that those who feared my political career turned around to say that I created Boko haram but God has vindicated me'" he said

The suspended former chairman of the House of Representatives appropriation committee, Abdulmumin Jibrin, has “secretly begged Speaker Yakubu Dogara,” Daily Trust has gathered. It was gathered that Jibrin, who was suspended in September for one year, following his allegations of massive fraud in the House, had delegated some lawmakers close to the speaker to appeal to Dogara for forgiveness for all that he did. Jibrin had, after his sack on July 20, alleged that Dogara, his deputy, Yussuf Suleiman Lasun, Chief Whip Alhassan Ado Doguwa and Minority Leader Leo Ogor, made failed attempts to force him to insert projects worth about N40 billion for them in the 2016 budget, among other allegations. He later fled the country in November to the United Kingdom, citing threats to his life. But he returned last week and said it was at the behest of one of the anti-graft agencies for him to testify against some of the people he accused of corruption in the House. However, our correspondent g

Gombe United defender, Uzama Douglas was on Thursday shot dead by unknown men believed to be cultists in his home town, Benin City, the capital of Edo State. The left-back, a former Flying Eagles invitee was hit by a bullet while in company of some his close friends. The player who was on holidays in the ancient city, was reportedly declared dead on arrival at the hospital. Uzama Douglas was a part of the all conquering Nigeria U-17 team of 2015 and also played for the U-20 team during their ill fated attempt to qualify for next year Africa Youth Championship.

President Muhammadu Buhari rode to the corridor of power on the platform on Change although a lot of Nigerians have complained that the promises made have not been fulfilled. Here listed are nine points that shows that the administration of President Buhari at the end of 2016 has achieved a lot. 1. Sambisa Forest now a military garrison. 2. Nigerian (local) rice now a brand. 3. No more free government money. 4. Celebrated Christmas without fuel scarcity and bomb blast. 5. Created 200,000 N-Power jobs and 10,000 police recruitment without charging application fee and without single loss of life. 6. No more subsidy scam. Nigeria no longer indebted to fuel importers. 7. Boko Haram Commander arrested in Lagos... end of d road to Boko haram menace in d North East. 8. Treasury Single Account policy implemented without any hesitation. 9. Nigeria now ranked 22nd largest economy in the world... 1st in Africa. l believe Nigeria will be great once again...

The grandparents pictured cutting their anniversary cake.

Soundcity MVP Award festival went down at the Conference Center at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos. The night’s event was hosted by ace comedian Basketmouth. The award festival featured stunning performances from Simi, Falz, Adekunle Gold, Patoranking, Lil kesh, Olamide and many more. See the full list of winners below: See the full list of winners below: Best Male Artiste Wizkid Best Female Artiste Yemi Alade Pop Artiste of the Year Kiss Daniel Digital Artiste of the Year Tekno Collaboration of the Year “Who you epp” Olamide ft. Wande Coal X Phyno Best Group/Duo Sauti Sol Song of the Year “Pana” by Tekno Best New Act Mr. Eazi Viewers Choice Award “Soldier” by Falz ft. Simi Listeners Choice Award “Pana” by Tekno Producer of the Year DJ Maphorisa Video of the Year “Aje” by Alikiba. Directed by Meji Artiste of the Year Wizkid

Tennis great Serena Williams has announced her engagement to the co-founder of social media website Reddit, Alexis Ohanian. The 35-year-old winner of 22 grand slam singles titles arrived in New Zealand on Friday morning ahead of a WTA tournament next week, having penned a poem that she posted — of course — on her Reddit account. She described the proposal in Rome, which is where they first met, and ended with: "Down on one knee/ He said 4 words/ And I said yes."

Though his exit from Barcelona is not any time soon, Barcelona forward, Neymar has revealed the next club he hopes to be playing once he quits his present Catalan outfit. Traditionally, many South Americans decide to return to their home country after spending the majority of their career playing for the best clubs in Europe - and Neymar wants to do the same. “If I could I would like to play for Flamengo, it would be a great honour for me to play at the Maracana,” he said after the Game of Stars charity match to honour Chapecoense. To see Neymar star for Santos, it will sure take some time as he only recently signed a new five-year contract at the club in October, which will expire in 2021.

The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, on Thursday, disclosed that the current anti- graft war led to the recovery of 40 brand new SUVs from a former Permanent Secretary. In a statement he personally signed, the Minister who did not disclose the name of the Permanent Secretary, said the latter appropriated the vehicle to himself after leaving office. Mohammed noted that the ongoing anti-corruption war was being guided by a well-articulated strategy. According to Mohammed, “The strategy has proven so effective and that it has led to, among others, the recovery of 40 brand new SUVs and other vehicles from one former Permanent Secretary who single-handedly appropriated the vehicles to himself when he left office.” The Minister said the federal government had perfected some other measures to strengthen the anti-corruption fight. He listed the measures to include, the establishment of the Presidential Committee on Asset Recovery and the Asset Tracing Committee; the s

The Bloomberg LP has ranked Nigeria’s Naira as one of the world’s four worst performing currencies in 2016. The five best performing currencies of the world are the Russian ruble Brazilian real the Palladium the Iceland krona, and Silver, which appreciated by 21.31 per cent, 20.96 per cent, 20.08 per cent, 14.42 per cent and 14.41 per cent, respectively, Bloomberg report stated, “It was a particularly bad year for any currency called the ‘pound’. The Egyptian version was the worst performer in 2016 as the nation took the dramatic step of allowing it to trade freely in an attempt to stabilise an economy struggling with a dollar shortage and concerns over social unrest. Britain’s pound tumbled after the Brexit and never recovered.”

Nigeria and Manchester City striker, Kelechi Iheanacho has said he would have to wait for his chance at the club, following the return of first-choice striker, Sergio Aguero from a four-match suspension. Aguero is available for manager Pep Guardiola again, as well as new arrival, Gabriel Jesus, providing more competition in atatck. Iheanacho who scored City’s second goal in their 3-0 win at Hull City, accepts he has to be patient. “We are happy to have Sergio back in the team, but I need patience to get my chance,” Iheanacho told Manchester Evening News. “Whoever the manager picks is going to play, but our attacking players can play in so many different positions so he has plenty of choices. Personally, I have to wait for my chance. “There is always a lot of competition at a big club like Manchester City, so I need to keep working hard, having patience and hoping for the best,” he concluded.

An Oredo Magistrates’court in Benin on Thursday ordered the remand in prison custody of two chieftains of the All Progressives Congress, Osakpamwan Eriyo and Sunday Osagbona, for alleged attempted murder. The Chief Magistrate, M. C. Ojobo, who said she lacked jurisdiction to entertain the case, directed that both accused persons be remanded in Oko Medium Security prison. She said the prison has proper health facilities and directed that the case file be sent to the Directorate of Public Prosecution for legal advice The accused persons were charged with the attempted murder of Osaro Idah, Secretary of the state’s APC. Eriyo is the State Youth Leader of the APC and Chairman of the Road Transport Employers Association (RTEAN) while Sunday is the Ward 3 Chairman of the APC in Oredo Local Government Their pleas were not taken as the case was adjourned till Jan. 13 for mention. News Agency of Nigeria reports that the APC chieftains’ supporters had earlier staged protests at the head

The Nigerian naira has been listed as one of the world’s worst performing currencies in 2016, according to a report compiled by Bloomberg LP. The naira was said to have lost 36.68 percent of its spot returns for the year, while the Egyptian pound, Suriname dollar and Venezuela bolivar’s currency spot returns dropped by 58.84 per cent, 46.68 per cent and 37 per cent, respectively, for the period. The Nigerian equity market fared worst in the year, according to the report, as the nation’s economy is set to contract in 2016 for the first time in more than 20 years as capital controls deter foreigners from investing and militants are blowing up pipelines. The five best performing currencies of the world are the Russian ruble, Brazilian real, the palladium, the Iceland krona, and silver, which appreciated by 21.31 per cent, 20.96 per cent, 20.08 per cent, 14.42 per cent and 14.41 per cent, respectively, in terms of spot returns. Two Africa currencies, the Zambian kwacha and South Afr

Responding to Governor Wike’s allegation, Presidential spokesman, Mallam Garba Shehu, simply said: “The President will not descend to Wike’s level. He is the President of Nigeria.” Similarly while the Police in the state said they were not aware of the plot, APC in the state said the governor was being hunted by his past. According to the state Police spokesman, DSP Nnamdi Omoni, the allegation had not been brought to the attention of the command. He is hunted by his past—APC On its part, APC, through its Publicity Secretary, Mr. Chris Finebone, said the governor was merely frightened by his past, saying: “The APC believes that Governor Nyesom Wike’s utterances today, (yesterday) at his party’s event in Port Harcourt remains typically symptomatic of someone caught committing a heinous crime who has become confused and decides to pour dirt on anyone in sight. Governor Wike’s accusation that APC is planning to bomb his plane simply underscores the extent to which the governor has

GOVERNOR Nyesom Wike has raised alarm over alleged plot by his political enemies to bomb his plane, saying that the alleged evil plot will fail. The governor spoke Thursday in Port Harcourt at an end of year party by his Peoples Democratic Party, PDP in the state. Continuing, he said the alleged plot to bomb his plane was part of desperation on the part of his detractors to eliminate him, stressing that no man can destroy whom God had lifted. Nyesom Wike He said his political opponents were unhappy with the successes recorded by his administration since he came on board, adding that he would continue to deliver the dividends of democracy to the state. Wike also spoke of effort by his government to guarantee security of lives and properties in the state, noting that those who wanted blood to flow freely in the state would not succeed with their evil dream. Governor Wike who said the state was peaceful recalled that on December 10 during the rerun elections leaders of the All Progressi

Read the statement below... Ekiti State Governor, Mr Ayodele Fayose has accused the Department of State Service (DSS) of recording telephone conversations of Nigerians perceived as critical of the President Muhammadu Buhari’s All Progressives Congress (APC) government, editing the conversations and leaking same to Sahara Reporters, which has now become the official propaganda platform of the federal government. Governor Fayose, who said he was not bothered by the new sinister antic of the federal government, added that; "Rather than sitting down and be monitoring peoples phones, the federal government should provide food for Nigerians and save the lives of those that are being killed in Southern Kaduna and other places." The governor, who reacted to his telephone conversation with Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike that was published by Sahara Reporters today, through his Special Assistant on Public Communications and New Media, Lere Olayinka, said; “If the President an

Governor Rochas Okorocha still in the Christmas mood received over 1000women from Ogboko village gifting and blessing them with cash and food items on 29th Dec. 2016.

Big Brother Africa 2013 Winner, Dillish Matthews showed off her hot body in this black sexy swimsuit.

Anambra State Governor, Chief Willie Obiano pictured with his wife Ebelechukwu and their lovely children at their base in America. The governor who is presently in the country -once revealed in an interview that he was already an established man in the US before he accepted the mandate to lead the people of Anambra. He said; Quote “Look, let me tell you, I’m a wealthy person before I came here as a governor. I didn’t come here to steal, because there is nothing here for me to steal. “I was enjoying my wealth in the United States of America with my family before I was approached to come and do this job as a governor. “I had already made good money before venturing into politics. I was relishing in the comfort of my house, with swimming pool, basketball court and other good things in the United States before providence brought me here.

Its the Christmas season and there is songs of good tidings in the air but not for the household of veteran Nollywood actor, Prince James Uche, whose son has come out to plead with Nigerians that the hospital that has been housing his father has threatened to throw them out. Read below... Living a happy life of contentment was our family's greatest plan until our father Prince James Uche fell sick; everything changed. Our lives and that of dad has been under the mercy of some Good Samaritans who has assisted us all these while in paying dad's hospital bills; clothing us and making sure we feed twice or thrice a day; but today we're helpless as the Samaritans says they've also ran out of resources to continue dad's treatment. Now we're homeless and helpless as the hospital where we live our small lives with dad threatens to throw us out on January the 3rd 2017 if no one harken to our cry. We are only kids and can't help the situation; even going to sch

Rivers state first lady, Justice Suzette Wike shared the photo on social media this morning.

The Federal Government on Thursday said plans were underway to upgrade the Instrument Landing Systems at the country’s major airports to ensure that they are working better. This is with a view to minimising the sort of flight disruptions that had featured every harmattan season in the country. The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, disclosed this in a statement announcing the suspension of President Muhammadu Buhari’s scheduled one-day working visit to Bauchi State. Shehu attributed the trip’s postponement to what he called prevailing weather conditions in the country. He quoted the Minister of State for Aviation, Senator Hadi Sirika, as announcing the planned upgrade while reacting to the bad weather that forced Buhari to postpone the trip. The presidential spokesman said, “Uncooperative weather which has been the bane of air travel in the current harmattan season, leading to the delay and cancellation of flights, reared its head in

Actor Richard Mofe Damijo -RMD in a new post has showered praises on his Wife Jumobi nee Adegbesan on the occasion of their wedding anniversary. He wrote: "Jumobi to the world, Aabike to me. The mother of my kids, love of my life, my rock, my shield, my baby, my woman, my everything. I want to say thank you but that's not enough, I want to say I love you that's still not enough, I want to say God bless you and that also seems inadequate for all you have been to me and the kids. You have kept me grounded, loved me unconditionally, prayed with me and for me and gone without to ensure I shine. You know how when close friends and family ask "How is bros?" and you respond with "He's there, I still haven't killed him in his sleep yet" they laugh at the humour but I smile with admiration because I know the truth. The truth is that you have consistently tolerated me and all my excesses and for that I am extremely grateful. I don't know how I

President Muhammadu Buhari has explained that his visit to Bauchi, scheduled for today was cancelled due to bad weather. Buhari was earlier scheduled to visit the state on 13th December but the trip was postponed due to his trip to Gambia. Following his trip to The Gambia, the President’s trip was again rescheduled for today which was also cancelled. But, the President, in a telephone message to the government and people of Bauchi State, expressed his displeasure over the postponement, explaining that his inability to be in Bauchi, was due to “bad weather condition.” He,however, assured people of the state that a new and suitable date will be announced soon.

Incoming U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday, asked Israel to stay strong, saying his inauguration on Jan. 20, 2017, is fast approaching and things will change. Trump’s remark was not unconnected with the continued controversies over recent UN resolution condemning Israeli settlements in Palestinian territories. “We cannot continue to let Israel be treated with such total disdain and disrespect. “They used to have a great friend in the U.S., but not anymore. “The beginning of the end was the horrible Iran deal, and now this (U.N.)! “Stay strong Israel, January 20th is fast approaching!” the president-elect said U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry had in his remarks on Wednesday, defended U.S. abstention rather than veto the UN Security Council resolution on the Israeli settlements in Palestinian. Kerry also warned Israel that the two-state solution to the crisis rocking the Middle East was in jeopardy

Unbelievable! Zimbabwe sends female footballers to Brazil to be impregnated by soccer legends to upgrade football talent Brazilian media reports that the sporting relationship between Zimbabwe and Brazil has taken a step ahead after Zimbabwean female footballers agreed to sire a footballing generation with Brazilian retired soccer legends. Sources in Zimbabwe reveals that a selection of 10 women soccer players (comprising of 5 who plays in the national team , three who plays in the local women’s first division and two retired national team players) was made and the government will carter for everything including all costs to deliver and raise the children under the New Sports Generation Fund. “We applaud the sacrifice made by the 10 brave women who agreed to put national interests first and travel to Brazil for the NSGF project. This was after a recommendation by our local doctors in collaboration with Brazilian doctors to try and transfer footballing genes to Zimbabwe. All tests

- An audio tape of a telephone conversation between Wike and Fayose has surfaced - In the leaked telephone conversation, they were reportedly discussing rigging the Rivers rerun - No official statement has been released by either governor The Rivers rerun election has once again surfaced in the news, and this time, an audio tape has been released by Sahara Reporters, which reportedly contains evidence that both governors rigged the elections and were mocking the Nigerian army. In the telephone conversation between Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers state and Governor Ayodele Fayose of Ekiti state both men can be heard discussing how Wike allegedly rigged the December 10, 2016 rerun of legislative elections in Rivers. This is not the first time an audio tape that is reportedly Wike's has surfaced online. Previously, a telephone conversation obtained and released by Sahara Reporters allegedly portrayed WIke discussing with an INEC official whom he had bribed. Governor Wik

By Armstrong Bakam, Bauchi. All hopes were on Thursday dashed as President Muhammadu Buhari’s visit to Bauchi was again cancelled for the second time. Buhari was billed to visit the State on December, 13th to commission the Nigeria Air Force Hospital built at the new NAF base 29 close to the Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa International Airport, Bauchi. The visit was cancelled because he (Buhari) led a delegation of some African leaders to The Gambia. The President was again scheduled to visit the State on Thursday, December 29th but the visit was also cancelled. All preparations were concluded for the President’s visit. Hundreds of people had thronged the Airport to welcome the President. The state government even declared a public holiday in the state. Speaking in a broadcast to the people of Bauchi on Thursday, the state Governor, Mohammed Abubakar, said that the cancellation of the visit was due to the poor visibility of the weather caused by the harmattan. Abubakar apologized

The 16 former Ekiti Local Government chairmen sacked by former Gov. Kayode Fayemi have rejected the N35 million offered by Gov. Ayodele Fayose out of the N3.3billion owed them. Mr Ogunbiyi Olasunakanmi-Synergy, who led the sacked chairmen, made the rejection known at a news briefing on Thursday in Abuja. The Town Crier recalls that the Supreme Court had on Dec. 9 ordered the state government to pay the chairmen and Councillors N3.3 billion as compensation. In a unanimous judgment read by Justice Chima Nweze, the Supreme Court held that the sack by Fayemi was illegal and unconstitutional. Olasunakanmi-Synergy said that an attempt to subvert the Supreme Court’s judgment would be resisted by “the good people of Ekiti’’ and called on Fayose to obey the verdict of the apex court. He said that violating the Supreme Court would amount to a total disregard to the judgment of the court. “All the local government chairmen between 2008 and 2010 met today and unanimously rejected the gover

President Buhari will tomorrow Thursday December 29th pay a one-day working visit to Bauchi state. During his visit, President Buhari will commission the Nigerian Air Force Hospital as well as some projects executed by the State Government. The state governor, Mohammed Abdullahi Abubakar has declared tomorrow as work free day to allow civil servants welcome President Buhari to Bauchi.

The Rivers State House of Assembly will tomorrow, Friday, December 30, 2016, swear-in 12 new lawmakers elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Congress (APC). The Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adams Dabutorudima, was quoted in a statement issued in Port Harcourt yesterday by Clerk of the House, Stanley Oba, that six of the affected lawmakers are of the PDP, while the other six are APC members. According to the statement, while three of the lawmakers were confirmed by the Court of Appeal, nine others were returned in the just concluded December 10, 2016 legislative rerun elections in the state. Those confirmed by the Court included Hon. Doctor Farah Dagogo of the PDP, representing Degema Constituency; Hon. Adonye Diri of the PDP, representing Opobo/Nkoro Constituency and Hon. (Mrs) Victoria Nyeche of the APC representing Port Harcourt Constituency 1. Those elected during the return election on the platform o

The 2017 budget, christened budget of growth and recovery, presented to the National Assembly by President Buhari on December 14, shows that the State House budget for the fiscal year would be N42 billion, with expenditure on food, cooking gas and kitchen utensils expected to gulp well over N850 million. Specifically, N100, 820,300 would be spent for the purchase of kitchen utensils such as forks and knives for use in Aso Rock. The budget document indicated three expenditure items that relate to food and feeding, namely, food stuff and catering materials, purchase of canteen and kitchen equipment and cooking gas. The breakdown of the budget for Aso Rock come 2017 shows that expenditure on kitchen utensils will be N431 million, food stuff and catering materials will swallow N360 million while cooking gas is expected to take N63 million; making a total of N850 million. For president’s office, N114,967,140.00 has been voted for food stuff, kitchen utensils or equipment to take N1