Troops Recover Weapons, Kill 23 Militants In Gun Battle

The Nigerian Army said it had recovered 55 assorted weapons from suspected criminals in the Niger Delta.

The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 82 Division, Enugu, Maj.-Gen. Ibrahim Attahitu, told newsmen in Enugu on Saturday that the recoveries were made during a military exercise tagged “Operation Crocodile Smile”.

Protests In Germany Against Transatlantic TTIP And CETA Trade Deals

Protesters say the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) will lower European standards on food and environmental protection, and could lead to outsourcing and job-losses.

Fulalni Herdsmen In Kogi Stab A Man With Knife On His Way To Office

'Fulani struck this morning on my way to the office along Obajana -kabba road .Two  Fulani pointed gun on me and the other two at the rear .I stop a while and now use reverse to run the battle of my life.In the process ,one of the Fulani men used his long stick with knive to stab me on my right hand.

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Syria Conflict: 'US Air Strikes' Kill Dozens Of Government Troops'

Russia's defence ministry said that if the US air strikes turned out to be an error, it would be because of Washington's stubborn refusal to co-ordinate military action with Moscow.

Only if the current ceasefire - which began on Monday - holds for seven days, will the US and Russia begin co-ordinated action against the Jabhat Fateh al-Sham group, which was previously known as the al-Nusra Front, and IS.

Russia's defence ministry quoted a statement by Syrian army general command as saying that coalition jets had bombed a Syrian army position at Jebel Tharda near Deir al-Zour. The four strikes had allowed IS to advance.

The Syrian statement said the air strikes were "conclusive evidence" that the US and its allies supported the jihadist group.

The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights monitoring group put the death toll at at least 80.

Russian defence ministry spokesman Maj-Gen Igor Konashenkov said the attack was on Syrian troops surrounded by IS fighters and was carried out by two F-16 and two A10 aircraft flying in from Iraq.

There have been no confirmed cases of US air strikes targeting Syrian troops. Last December, Syria accused the coalition of attacking a government army camp in Deir al-Zour but the US denied it.

Niigerian Army ARREST ANOTHER MILITANTS KINGPIN IN CALABAR

Troops of 13 Brigade, 82 Division, Nigerian Army, have in a coordinated operation arrested a suspected high ranking militant kingpin Mr. Victory Benjamin (aka Abuja Daddy and G3) and 3 others. The

Ambode Flags Off Commissioning Of 114 LG Roads

The Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Saturday flagged off a week long commissioning of 114 roads newly constructed in all the 57 Local Government Areas and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in the State, with a pledge to commence the construction of second round of another 114 roads across the State soon.

Apple Watch 2 Review: There's Finally A Reason To Buy A Smartwatch

If you had to pick the new Apple Watch Series 2 out of a lineup of existing Apple Watches, you'd be hard pressed to do so.

It looks nearly identical to the first model that launched just 18 months ago. Even after tinkering around with the latest iteration, it's a challenge to identify what's actually new.

Abu Sayyaf Armed Group Freed A Norwegian Hostage Sekkingstad After A Ransom Was Paid

For almost a year after a ransom was paid,Kjartan Sekkingstad, 56, was handed over on Jolo Island, around 1000km south of Manila on Saturday, after Abu Sayyaf received $638,000 in ransom for Sekkingstad’s release, Abu Ramie, a spokesman for the armed group said.

NPMCN Reveals Poor Funding And Frequent Strike Are The Bane Of The Country’s Teaching Hospitals

The President of National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria (NPMCN), Dr. Ademola Olaitan made this known in an interview with News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Ilorin on Saturday.

Doctors Appealed To Gov. Abiola Ajimobi To Pay Them Their Full Salaries

The Association of Resident Doctors, Ladoke Akintola University Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso has appealed to Gov. Abiola Ajimobi of Oyo to pay them their full salaries.

Presidency To Sanction Official Responsible For Buhari’s Plagiarised Speech

The presidency has confirmed that a part of the speech delivered by President Muhammadu Buhari on September 8, 2016, at the launch of the “Change Begins with Me” campaign was plagiarised.

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7 SIMPLE THINGS YOU CAN DO TO SHOW #CHANGE HAS BEGUN WITH YOU

1. #STOP_reckless_dumping of your waste or refuse (used paper, nylon or garbage) onto our roads or into our gutters. Stop indiscriminate pasting of advert papers on walls and fences;

ANOTHER CLASH WITH BOKOHARAM IN NIGER STATE

Thirty-eight Boko Haram Islamist fighters have been killed during military search operations carried out by Niger and Chad troops in the Diffa region of southeast Niger this week, an official said Friday.

ONLY RIGHT POLICIES CAN PULL NIGERIA OUT OF RECESSION, SAYS KALU

A former governor of Abia State, Chief Orji Kalu, has advised President Muhammadu Buhari to initiate policies that will bail Nigeria out of the current economic recession.

Orji told newsmen in Umuahia on Friday on the sideline of a reconciliatory meeting organised in his honour by an Umuahia socio cultural organisation, called Igurube-Egwuasa.

$15M SCANDAL: EFCC SUMMONS PATIENCE JONATHAN'S SECURITY AIDES

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has summoned some officials of the Department of State Services, who were attached to Dame Patience Jonathan, the wife of former President Goodluck Jonathan, for interrogation.

Polio Immunization To Commence In Katsina- State Governor

The Katsina State Government says it is ready to conduct four rounds of polio immunisation for children in the state starting from September till December.

Unilorin Sacrificing Noting Less Than N50 Million In Favour Of Hosting NYG

As a result of the premium it attaches to talent development by accepting to host the second edition of the National Youth Games, the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), Kwara State is losing nothing less than N50 million which would have been generated from accommodation rates charged students that attend its sandwich programmes at the institution.

Nigerians To Be Blamed For The Current Economic Recession-Anthony Anwukah

The Minister of State for Education and erstwhile Vice Chancellor of the Imo State University, Owerri, Prof. Anthony Anwukah, has blamed Nigerians for the current economic recession.He said most of the products consumed in Nigeria are imported, adding that Nigerians failed to “swiftly” adjust to the present economic recession in the country due to their “bloated” lifestyle.

Mark Zuckerberg Showcases 11 Years Old Nigerian App (Spike Rush)

The founder and CEO of Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg took to his official Facebook Page to showcase and promote an App by a 11 year old Nigerian boy, Tayo. In his words:

NECO Releases 2016 Results

The National Examination Council, NECO, has released the 2016 June/July Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) results.

The Burial Of Justin Abuah

The funeral service for the late Director of Information, State House, Mr Justin Abuah was held today.A mass was held for him at Lady Queen of Nigeria Catholic Church, Abuja.

Photo: See 115 Million Naira Car Kogi State Governor Is Driving

Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello on 12th of September arrived Eid prayer ground in lokoja with a 2016 Bullet proof Lexus LX 570 worth 115,452941 million Naira.

Buhari Accused Of Plagiarising Obama’s Speech

President Muhammadu Buhari’s ‘Change Begins with Me’ campaign suffered a setback Friday following a newspaper report that the president allegedly plagiarised President Barack Obama in the speech he delivered while launching the project.

NAIRA DEPRECIATES AGAINST DOLLAR

The Naira on Friday depreciated in most major segments of the foreign exchange market.

The Nigerian currency fell by N2.24 to exchange at N308.69 to the dollar at the interbank

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AUSTRALIA TO DEPORT MAN FOR INFECTING WOMEN WITH HIV

An African acrobat accused of having unprotected sex with several Aussie women while being infected with HIV has had his Australian permanent residency cancelled and faces deportation.

Buhari's Administration Wants To Arrest Jonathan Through Me--Tompolo

Mr. Ekpemupolo, who is widely known as Tompolo, said the former president was the primary target of the Buhari administration.

SOUTH AFRICA AIRWAYS REPORTS LOSS

State airline, South African Airways on Friday, revealed a record loss of 4.67 billion rand (330 million dollars) for the financial year to March 2015.

According to financial results presented to parliament, the Star Alliance sales during the

STOP BLAMING BUHARI FOR NIGERIA'S WOES-- ANAMBRA MONARCH

The traditional ruler of Nri in Anaocha Local Government Area of Anambra, Eze Obidiegwu Onyesoh, has urged Nigerians to stop blaming President Muhammadu Buhari for the challenges facing the country.

RECESSION: DECLARE NATIONAL EMERGENCY, GOVS TELL BUHARI

The Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) has urged the Federal Government to declare Nigeria’s economic recession a national emergency.

BREAKING NEWS: FIRE GOT POLICE BARRACKS IN LAGOS, RENDERS MANY HOMELESS

Fire burns sewing machine and cooking ustensils in police barracks in Lagos' Obalende district on September 16, 2016. Several families were rendered homeless as fire gutted the police barracks destroying their property and valuables. / AFP PHOTO / PIUS UTOMI EKPEI
A fire on Friday razed a police barracks in Nigeria’s largest city and commercial hub, injuring one person and once again exposing the abysmal living conditions in the megalopolis of 20 million.

BARBER KILLS COUSIN AT AUNT'S BURIAL, REMANDED

A Lokoja Chief Magistrates’ Court on Friday remanded a 21-year-old barber, Ugbede Daniel, in prison custody for allegedly stabbing to death one Ebenezer Agada, 28, at the burial ceremony of their aunt.

BUHARI TO ATTEND ANNUAL UNITED NATIONS GENERAL ASSEMBLY

President Muhammadu Buhari will from Monday in New York, United States, participate in the five-day 71st session United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) beginning on Monday.

JAMB: ADMISSION DEADLINE WON'T BE EXTENDED

The November 30 deadline for conclusion of admissions into higher institutions for 2016 remains effective, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board said on Friday.

NECO Releases 2016 Results

The National Examination Council, NECO, has released the 2016 June/July Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) results.
This year’s results show a new exam record of 88.51 per cent pass level.

Aguero Close To Extend His City Contract – Guardiola

Striker Sergio Aguero is close to agreeing a contract extension with Manchester City, manager Pep Guardiola revealed on Friday.

City are due to announce that the Argentina international has agreed a one-year extension to his current deal, which will commit him to the club until 2020.

Recession: FG Releases Fresh N350bn To Boost Economy

The Federal Government in a bid to stimulate economic activities says it is releasing additional N350bn for capital projects captured in the 2016 budget.

Power Generation Gets Better, Hits 4,285 Megawatts-TCN

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has said that the country’s power generation has increased from 3,810 megawatts recorded on Sept. 8, 2016 to 4,285.90 megawatts on Friday.

IPOB, have declared 23rd September 2016 Public Holiday

 
The indegeneous people of Biafra, IPOB, have declared 23rd September 2016 Public Holiday to show full support for Nnamdi Kanu and to show annoyance over the unlawful arrest of the IPOB leader.

Nigeria Yet To Have A Submarine While South-Africa Leads In Africa Ranking

Nigeria is missing out in efforts by countries across the world to build and launch submarines to defend themselves against foreign aggression.

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Central Bank Of Nigeria Urges States To Establish Industry Banks

The Central Bank of Nigeria has asked state governments that do not have industry banks to facilitate the establishment of such to speed up industrialisation and economic development in the country.

Ondo: Makarfi, Sheriff Factions Submit Different Candidates’ Names

Two factions of the Peoples Democratic Party have submitted the names of two different people as their candidates for the Ondo State governorship election.

South Africa Airways Reports Record Loss

South African Airways on Friday, revealed a record loss of 4.67 billion rand (330 million dollars) for the financial year to March 2015.

Current Economic Recession Requires Out Of The Box Solutions To Steer The Country On The Path To Recovery-Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari has said the current economic recession requires out-of-the-box solutions to steer the country on the path to recovery

Aviation Union Advises FG To Halt Airports Concession Plan

The National Union of Air Transport Employees has urged the Federal Government to immediately halt its plan to concession the four major airports in the country.

Pope, Trump pray for ‘sick’ Peres

Former Israeli president Shimon Peres remained stable Friday morning three days after a major stroke, a spokesman for the 93-year-old said, after the Pope and Donald Trump offered their best wishes.

Ballon d’Or returns to original format after L’Équipel, FIFA deal ends

The Ballon d’Or deal between France football and FIFA has ended, the French publication and world football’s governing body announced on Friday.

Obasanjo Urges FG To Solve NOUN’s Law Graduates’ Problems

Former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, has called on the federal government to step in and solve the problem of the law graduates of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) not being admitted into the Nigerian Law School, saying it is a serious matter that needs to be tackled with all seriousness.

Edo people no longer have confidence in Oshiomhole – Delta PDP

Delta State Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has condemned the leadership style of Edo State governor, Adams Oshiomhole, saying the governor has lost the confidence of the people of the state .

Pakistan Fights Devastating Malnutrition With Mass Food-Fortifying Programme

A new programme of fortification of everyday foods such as bread and oil is being rolled out in Pakistan in an attempt to tackle chronic and widespread malnutrition.