President Jonathan Restates Commitment To Peaceful Elections

President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan on Wednesday in Abuja re-assures his total commitment to ensuring a peaceful, free and fair voting condition all over the country hence, having a credible elections in Nigeria on Saturday and April 11.

Speaking at an audience with a delegation of the National Committee on Peaceful Elections led by former Head of State, Gen. Abdulsalami Abubakar, President Jonathan urged all political parties, their candidates and supporters to approach the elections with more patriotism and a greater willingness to place the larger interest of the country above personal or selfish ambitions.

If Buhari Should Win, APC Will Jail Me - Patience Jonathan

Oyo state yesterday hosted a PDP rally where Mrs Patience Jonathan was really pouring out her mind in campaign against her husband's opposing presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress  (APC) party.  

 Muhammadu Buhari is planning to send her to prison... she said. The only thing Buhari did while in power was to send people to prison and he is ready to do more of that if back in power again.  She also sad if not for the president a lot of Nigerians today would have never known was a train is talkless of seeing one. Read what she said in her very words, very funny!!

Desmond Elliot Reacts to AGN Political Crisis

Just a week ago, the leadership of Nigeria’s booming movie industry Nollywood, a body reputed to be the third largest entertainment platform in the world went into a crisis after its President, Mrs. Ibinabo Uche Egbuka was sacked by a High Court Judge, Justice James Tsoho in a suit filed by an actor, St. Maradona Mikevine who was the national treasurer in the election that produced yet another popular actor, "Emeka Ike" as AGN President.

Reacting to all the drama, Nollywood star actor Desmond Elliot, who’s also warming up as the APC candidate in the forthcoming Lagos House of Assembly elections for Surulere Constituency 2, is not comfortable at the plots to remove the hard working lady who he believes has done so much to lift up the flag of Nollywood.

VIDEO: A Peice You Need To See Before You Cast You Vote This Coming Election

Here is a compilation of facts you need to know about the governance of the dear country (Nigeria) before you hit the polls on saturday. 

I was so amazed when i stumbled at this video, though must have been put together by an opposing party to ridicule the other, but going through it just made me marvel. And thought of how wicked and twisted some of our so called leaders can really be, flowed continuously through my mind. 

While so deep in my thought, i imagined if the leaders of this nation have the keen at all, no matter how small - to take nigeria to where its meant to be or at least lead us in that direction. But no, i see greed, bent-still selfishness and earnest eager for power. May God help us as Nigerians, we just need to make it right this time around.

See Video Here

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Stay To Defend Your Votes Fashola Urges Lagosians

The Lagos State Governor Babatunde Raji Fashola has asked Lagosians to come out on Saturday in clean attires, vote and defend their votes by staying at the polling units until the results are announced. Fashola told them that it was what the law demands and that Lagosians should ignore authorities who have turned the law upside down by asking citizens to stay 300metres away from the polling units after voting.

He also challenged some Yoruba leaders of sell out saying, the good news is however that Nigerians are ready for change and they cannot influence that. Gov. Fashola made these statements yesterday at the APC campaign rally in Shomolu Local Government while addressing party members on seat.  His very words are unveiled after the cut...

THE FAMILY EARNEST PURSUE: Maximizing Your Singleness - Part Two

MAXIMIZING YOUR SINGLENESS has been to us a eye-opening topic, aiming at us to see that the stage of our lives as singles is one that is very delicate and if not adequately nurtured aright, might just grant us the biggest regret of our lives.

If you missed our previous episode on this topic, click HERE to get it.

A woman’s singlehood is a time to search, but some fail in doing that hence incur nothing. How do you seek or search to find the right spouse, this we will discuss later. God commands us to work when there is time because there will be a time when you will not be able to search. Rather, you will be pre-occupied with a lot of responsibilities and needs.

RACISM!! Chinese Restaurant In Kenya That Discriminates Against Blacks Shut Down

A Chinese restaurant in the Kenyan capital Nairobi has been shut down and its owners summoned by authorities after it emerged it was discriminately excluding black patrons, reports said Wednesday.

The restaurant became the focus of city authorities after furious residents took to social media to denounce an apparently racist policy of not allowing African patrons to eat there after 5pm -- pushing #RacistRestaurant, #NoBlacksHere and #TheChineseInvasion to be top trending topics.

The owners of the restaurant said the measure had been put in place following a robbery operation by some blacks in 2013, and have apologised for causing any offence incurred in the process.

Obasanjo Warns Against Rumoured Plan To Hand Over To Military

Former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, yesterday, raised alarm of a rumour that the Goodluck Jonathan administration planned to hand over to the military if he loses in Saturday’s presidential election, warning that this would undermine the integrity of Nigeria among the mutual civility of nations. Here’s what he said while hosting the South West women of the All Progressives Congress (APC) led by Mrs Aisha Buhari.

“I do hope we will get things more right at this point in time. A lot of rumours are flying around, I think we have done away from the rumour of Interim Government because that is not in our constitution. I hope we will soon go away from the rumour of handing over to the military because the military is not meant to run affairs of a nation in terms of running a government.

Buhari Escapes Electoral Disqualification As Court Adjourns Eligibility Suit To April 22

According to Premium Times, the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has put an obstacle to the fast growing speculations that the presidential candidate of the All Progressive Congress (APC), Gen. Muhammadu Buhari, might be barred from participating in Saturday’s presidential election exercise.

Justice Adeniyi Ademola, this morning adjourned the eligibility suit seeking to stop Gen. Buhari to a later date  (April 22 and 23) for the hearing of the case, meaning there is no more obstacle on the APC candidate’s path. The hearing will now come up about a month after the election.

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PHOTO: United State First lady "Michelle Obama" Goes Bald

The United State First Lady, Michelle Obama’s 'Jeopardy!' appearance has been raising alot of questions; having fans on Twitter scratching their heads, wondering whether Michelle Obama was sporting a new, hairless look on hers or something.

The first lady popped up on the long-running quiz show on Tuesday to promote her “Let’s Move!” anti-childhood obesity initiative.

In one clue, FLOTUS talked about rinsing canned vegetables to reduce sodium and how much Vitamin A could be found in sweet potatoes. But what many on social media concentratedon isn't about nutrtion at all.. rather the world has been talking about her look. So, with her new look' what do you think?

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VIDEO: Have You Seen This Video of Pres. Jonathan? He Was Really on Hot Seat.. Eyes The Host Severally!!

Have you seen this recent video of Mr President "GEJ" with the BBC? i love the fact that foreign/international sides also show concern about our local issues and government here in Nigeria. And probably the conciousness of that will make "them" think twice before making any of their actions when in power. 

In this exclusive interview, i see his replies to questions as not good enough, he wouldn't give precise answers with solutions driven intelligence. I kept watching the video over and over again because i love the questions asked but i see no hope in his answers. well thats my oppinion. I would love you to see it for yourself; video exists after the cut...

Patience Jonathan Warns Voters Against Buhari - ''He is Planning to Build Prisons''

Mama Patience at the PDP women campaign rally in Akure 

Wife of the President, Mrs. Patience Jonathan, has warned women against voting for the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Gen. Muhammadu Buhari, saying the retired soldier was planning to build prisons if elected into power.

Speaking at a rally organised by the women wing of the Peoples Democratic Party, in Akure, Ondo State, on Tuesday, the President’s wife said Nigerian women should reciprocate for good the gesture of her husband, who ensured that a large number of women was appointed into political offices during his administration.

She said the APC was a dying party that thrives on the spread of romours, propaganda and lies, saying that women should not be deceived into “returning to bondage.” 

''Why Buhari Shed Tears for Nigeria'' - Muse

Former National Vice-Chairman of the former Congress for Progressive Change, Alhaji Razaq Muse in a new interview with Eniola Akinkuotu, talked about the coming Saturday elections and why Buhari, who was the CPC’s presidential candidate in the 2011 election, wept openly after his loss. See more of the interview below after the cut...

PDP says Buhari will Islamise Nigeria.

This is not possible because even during his time as the military Head of State, the Supreme Military Council was made up of Christians and Muslims. Now we are in a democratic system and have both federal and state legislative bodies. And you know, for you to Islamise Nigeria, they must get two thirds of the National Assembly and state houses of assembly to agree to it so how can he Islamise Nigeria? It is all cock and bull story.

PHOTO: Man Kills Lover-Boy Over Affair with Daughter

A young Nigerian citizen had just being killed over the allegation of seeing a man's daughter; "abeg na the man wan marry her pikin?" the funniest part of if is that you wouldn't believe the reason why the police authorities said they buryed the young man pictured above plus the fact of how the girl's father framed the boy up. Just read this very sad story!

A man, Godwin Elewana, has been accused of killing a 22-year-old youth, Douglas Ojugbo, for allegedly having an affair with his daughter. Neighbours said Elewana, who lives in the Cross River Basin Development Authority, Eight Miles area of Calabar, Cross River State, had warned Douglas to stop coming to his house to see his daughter.

It was learnt that Elewena could no longer hold his anger on March 10 when he pursued the boy from his house and allegedly shot him to death.

Jonathan Doesn’t Deserve North’s Votes After Wife Abused Northerners - Aisha Buhari

The wife of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Candidate, Aisha Buhari, has condemned the repeated bashing of the North by the wife of President Goodluck Jonathan. Patience Jonathan allegedly described the region as an enclave of beggars and unwanted children, according to Premium Times.

Mrs. Buhari said the description coming from someone who ironically campaigns for votes in that region is an indication of a hidden agenda, adding that the people of the North should, therefore, reject both the Peoples Democratic Party and its presidential candidate.

PHOTOS: Germanwings Airbus A320 Crashes With 154 People On Board

A Germanwings plane carrying 148 passengers and 6 crew members has crashed in the southern French Alps en route from Barcelona in Spain to Dusseldorf in Germany before it suddenly disappear off the radar before crashing near Digne-les-Bains. This happened around 11am (10am GMT).

The United States is willing to know if any US citizens were aboard the Airbus operated by Lufthansa's Germanwings budget airline. The United States is however ready to offer assistance and support to the governments of France, Germany, and Spain as they investigate this tragedy; department spokeswoman Jen Psaki said in the statement.

Search aircraft find the remains of Germanwings Flight 4U 9525 scattered all over an alpine mountainside: wondering over why pilots didn't send SOS despite taking eight minutes to fall 32,000 feet. See photos after the cut...

OH NO!! Angelina Jolie Loses Her Ovaries And Fallopian Tubes to Surgery to Save Her Life

The famous Hollyhood actress angelina Jolie has just undergone a surgery which involves removing her ovaries and fallopian tubes to avoid getting cancer. What an operation, putting her to a forceful early menopause - as she will not be able to perform her monthly mentrals nor by anyway concieve anymore.

The surgery was done to safe her life, after an early detection of ailment that can possible result into cancer.The 39 years old star, says that her mother Marcheline Bertrand died when she was 49 from the same ailment and wanted to take the action now so as to avoid dying too.

Guru Maharaji Reveals In Confidence Of Whom The Next President of Nigeria Will Be!

“There is no vacancy for Buhari at Aso Rock,” The Spiritual Leader of One Love Family, Sat Guru Maharaji Ji openly declared in a statement this past Sunday.

And according to him,  

“President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan is the verifiable divine choice of the forthcoming presidential election. As the Living Perfect Master of creation in whose hands the fate of Nigerian project lies spiritually, I declare divinity’s decision to return Jonathan to Aso Rock over Muhammadu Buhari.

PHOTO: 15-Year Old Fish Seller Killed In Lagos Bank Robbery Buried

Remember the 15-year old fish seller "Sarah Ibikunle" who died in the March 12 Lagos Bank robbery in Lekki has been buried. Sarah was buried on Monday, 23rd, 2015 at Ikoyi cemetery. 

It was also learnt that the mortuary in Yaba, where the girl’s corpse was deposited, had earlier asked for a sum of N100,000 for the embalm and other burial arrangements, but all that was heard again from this was that they have released the corpse to her relations and without collecting a penny. If you really want to know what happened, then continue below....

Just for Laughs... A Must Read!

                       

Courtesy: Kazeem Taiwo

After laughing my ass reading the cartoon pictured above, I stumped on this piece... And I bet you, you will find it so rib cracking!! Read below:

A signboard outside a restaurant reads "eat as much as you can, your grand children will pay the Bill"...  

A man entered the restaurant and ate as he could, got a toothpick and was relaxing when the waiter gave him a bill he laughed and pointed to the signboard, don't you see, "my grandchildren will pay" the waiter replied, "This is not your bill, it's your grandfather's Bill"... ... 

 Think how you will affect the unborn generation positively. Be wise with your vote. Save Nigeria. God bless you!!!

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President Obama Sends a Message to Nigerians In Regards to The Presidential Elections Ahead

In a video just posted on Youtube by US Embassy Nigeria, US president Barack Obama sent a message to Nigerians asking them to stand up against violence and express their views peacefully during the upcoming election. Transcribed version of what he said in the video below...

Hello. Today, I want to speak directly to you; the people of Nigeria. Nigeria is a great nation and you can be proud of the progress you’ve made. Together, you won your independence, emerged from military rule, and strengthened democratic institutions. You’ve strived to overcome division and to turn Nigeria’s diversity into a source of strength. You’ve worked hard to improve the lives of your families and to build the largest economy in Africa.

APC the Chameleon, They Keep Changing Names.. They will Soon Start Bearing Ebola - Patience Jonathan

Speaking at the PDP women rally in Onitsha, Anambra state yesterday 23rd March, 2015, The First Lady "Patience Jonathan" said APC will be buried on March 28th. 

According to Mrs Jonathan, the defection of Rivers state Deputy Governor, Tele Ikuru from APC to PDP is an indication that the opposition party is dead.

“Imagine the deputy of a whole director-general of the APC presidential campaign decamping, does that not show that the party is dead? The party is dead and buried and March 28 is its burial. The party will not live again. When you start answering old drugs, expired drugs, then you know that your death is coming closer. The way things are going, APC will soon bear Ebola. 

VIDEO: Emenike Had a Taste Of Been "Twitted-at" By his Own Fans, Moved Out of The Field in Anger

Emmanuel Emenike walked out on a match in Turkey over the weekend after racist chants by his own club (Fenerbache) fans were directed at him. He was obviously hurt during Sunday, March 22nd's match against Besiktas after his home fans began to pass twit at him. He removed his shirt and angrily moved towards the bench in either anger i suppose.

His coaches  however pleaded with him to return back to the pitch which he did. Emenike has been lazy in front of goal this season, netting just four times in 22 appearances, He was booed by his club fan before coach Ismail Kartal finally decided to withdraw him.

After the match, a furious Eminike insinuated that he was tired of life in the Thurkish club and wants to go somewhere else where he will be loved.

LASU Announces Compulsory Break For Staff and Students Ahead of Saturday's Election,

Below is a press statement from the management of Lagos state University announcing a compulsory break for all staff and students starting from today March 23rd.

In view of the forth-approaching national and state elections scheduled for March 28th and April 11th respectively, the university management of Lagos State University has declared a pause of academic activities for both staff and students with effect from Monday 23rd March, 2015. Students and staff are therefore advised to vacate the campus immediately. The date of resumption will be announced in further date, so those concerned should stay glued to the news on the media. This is the annoucement as passed by the management of the school and was likewise signed.

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The Present Government Has Over Burdened People With Taxes, I Will Be Different - JIMI AGBAJE

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governorship candidate of Lagos State, Jimi Agbaje was on "Rubbing Minds" a discussion/interview program on Channels Tv where he spoke about the state of Lagos and what he intends doing if elected as the next Governor of Lagos State. Below are seven quotes from him in the course of the interview;

“There is the need to have state police. Communities will be better policed. State police is not an APC thing, I support state police.”

“The present government over burden citizens with taxes, people will pay taxes but it will be a fair tax.” Read more after the cut...

HURRAY!! Nigeria Wins The African U-20 Championship For The Seventh Time

The resilient Flying Eagles seek a seventh African Youth Championship title in Dakar and of-course have no regret, because they have done Nigeria and the whole of Africa proud by winning the Championship.

This much awaited clash was unveiled as the stage was set for six-time Africa U20 champions, Nigeria and hosts, Senegal to battle it out in the final of the 20th African Youth Championship at the Senegalese football cathedral - the Stade Léopold Sédar Senghor in Dakar.

GRAPHIC PHOTOS: APC Members Attacked In Rivers State

Supporters of the All Progressives Congress in Rivers State have been attacked over the weekend by armed men. Some were attacked on Friday during a peaceful rally at Wike’s ward with one man having his head almost cut into two and another badly injured. 

While others were attacked today at Ogbakiri. Pictured below after the cut are some of the men attacked over the weekend with deep cuts.. The pictures are very gory and not pleasing. VIEWERS DISGRESSION IS ADVISED.  

PHOTOS: GEJ and Other Presidential Candidates Debated Yesterday, Buhari Invariably Absent!

President Jonathan and other presidential candidates of other parties took to the podium at a debate organized by the National Election Debate Group yesterday everning 22nd March, 2015. 

 The President being the PDP Presidential candidate, candidate of KOWA party in person of "Remi Sonaiya", UPP's candidate "Chekwas Okorie", UDP's candidate "Godson Okoye" and NCP's candidate "Martin Onovo" made the debate an occassion. While, the APC Presidential candidate, Gen. Buhari was invariably absent. See more photo from the event after the cut..

HORROR: 25-Year Old Man Beheads VIO Officer In Ekiti State

A man by the name Wale Ede was yesterday arrested over an alleged crime of beheading a 50-year-old Vechicle Inspector Officer (VIO), Joshua Fagbola.


Fagbola, a patrol assistant with the Directorate of Road Traffic Service, otherwise known as the Vehicle Inspection Officer, in Ado Ekiti is a father of seven, meeting his untimely death at the wake of a relative on Friday at about 8pm in the Iro quarters of Iyin Ekiti State.

It was learnt that Ede attacked Fagbola when he was about to start the engine of his motorbike and leave the venue of the aftermath.

GRAPHIC PHOTOS: Woman Stabs Lover to Death over Feeding Allowance in Ajegunle

Gift Wahab (The suspect)

Moments ofsadness struck in the Ajegunle, Apapa area of Lagos State, after a 20-year-old woman, Gift Wahab, stabbed her lover, Ebi Amade, 28, to death. The incident occurred at the couple’s residence on Fasasi Street, Ajegunle, Apapa, on Thursday, March 19.

After several interrogation, it was discovered that the Gift who hailed from Uromi, Edo State, had been living with Ebi since 2013, after she dropped out of secondary school. Ebi hailed from Bayelsa State. The two reportedly had a kid in 2014, who passed away in December after a brief sickness.

It was further learnt that the couple had gone on an outing on Thursday when an argument came-up in the afternoon over feeding money.