Full list of appointments made so far by Buhari and their states of origin

Below is a list of all appointees made so far by president Buhari and their states of origin
1. Aide de Camp to president: Lt. Col Abubakar Lawal, [Kano State, North-West] 2. Special Adviser, Media and Publicity to the president: Femi Adesina, [Osun State, South-West].
3. Senior Special Assistant, Media and Publicity: Garba Shehu, [Kano State, North-West].
4. State Chief of Protocol/Special Assistant (Presidential Matters): Lawal Abdullahi Kazaure, [Jigawa State, North-West].

Basketmouth To Feature On CNN’s African Voices

Popular comedian Basketmouth is set to feature on CNN’s African Voices.

The comedian, who recently was featured on Al Jazeera’s documentary show, My Nigeria, took to

WONDER...FUJI SINGER, PASUMA GETS INVITATION TO PERFORM AT REDEEM CHURCH

Fuji singer, Wasiu Alabi Pasuma is the special guest artiste at a three-day outdoor crusade organized by The Redeemed Christian Church Of God (RCCG), Lagos Province 20.

AFRICA NEWS & UPDATE: South Africa: Rapper AKA and DJ Zinhle Call It Quits

By Melody Chironda
Ntombezinhle Jiyane, popularly known as DJ Zinhle, has revealed that she and rapper Kiernan Forbes, AKA, are parting ways. The couple, who have been dating for 3 years, welcomed their first child together in July.

AFRICA NEWS & UPDATE: Zimbabwe: All Set for Zim Model Awards

 

All is set for the inaugural Zimbabwe Model Awards to be held this Saturday at Crown Plaza hotel.
The show is a brainchild of Mercy Mushaninga and Rose Moyo with support from the Ministry of Sport, Arts and Culture.

AFRICA NEWS & UPDATE: Nigeria: Voting Right for Nigerians in Diaspora Soon - Osinbajo

 

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo says voting right will soon be extended to Nigerians in Diaspora.
Osinbajo stated this while declaring open a two-day 2015 Diaspora Day Conference organised by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of Federation yesterday in Abuja.

AFRICAN NEWS & UPDATE: South Africa: Meet the Idols SA 11 Top 16

 

The judges have had their final say and picked who they think best represents the talent at Theatre Week. There were moments of elation and moments of pure heartache.
Unfortunately, not everyone can be a winner and our Top 16 are going to have to fight to the last if they’re to have any chance of coming out on top.

AFRICAN NEWS: South Africa: Jobodwana Wins Bronze for SA

 

Anaso Jobodwana has won South Africa's second medal at the IAAF World Championship in Beijing.
Jobodwana finished third in the men's 200m behind winner Usain Bolt of Jamaica and American Justin Gatlin.
Jobodwana finished in a time of 19.87 which was a new South African record.
Source: Sport24

Ambode Blames Jonathan For Chibok Girls Abduction

Governor Akinwunmi Ambode has blamed the Goodluck Jonathan led administration for mismanaging the issue of the abduction of the Chibok girls.

Helen Paul Campaigns For Less Privileged Children

Foremost female entertainer, Helen Paul, has embarked on a social media campaign aimed at providing succour for the less-privileged children in the society.
The new project is an initiative of the producers of Golden Morn, a children nutritious food. The campaign has been providing delicious breakfast for thousands of children every day.

Helen Paul

Armed Robbers And Pickpockets Invade Shoprite In Festac

Robbers and pickpockets took advantage of the large crowd that thronged to the Shoprite branch in Festac town, which opened at Amuwo Odofin area of Lagos yesterday, fleecing many of the shoppers.

Many shoppers flocked to the mall located inside the Golden Tulip hotel, only to be robbed by the gang members, who made away with their valuables. The robbery took place, despite the  presence of policemen, who were seen within and outside the mall.

PDP may soon die, says Okupe

 

The Senior Special Assistant to former President Goodluck Jonathan on Public Affairs, Dr. Doyin Okupe, says the Peoples Democratic Party may soon die.

The former presidential spokesman said the PDP might go into extinction soon except the party undergoes a complete overhaul.

We hid cocaine in Arik flight meals – Attendant’s accomplice

 

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency on Thursday said it had apprehended another employee of Arik Air, Ikechukwu Chibuzor Oliver, for his alleged involvement in the smuggling of 20kg cocaine to London on Monday.

NDLEA Investigates Arik Air Staff Arrested for Cocaine Possession in London

National Drug Law Enforcement Agency(NDLEA) operatives are currently investigating the case of Arik crew member, Chika Egwu Udensi, who was arrested on Monday night by operatives of the United Kingdom Border Force for allegedly being in possession of  20 kilogrammes of cocaine.

According to Punch, on Tuesday night, NDLEA agents stormed the headquarters of Arik Air in Ikeja Lagos following Udensi’s arrest.

#LASGIDI...Flood In Lagos Threatening To Wipe Off Residential Areas

For so long, Lagos state has had its issues with flood despite government and residents effort to combat the flooding that characterizes the rainy season.
While some parts of Lagos have been able to find respite, many others still wallow in agony over the effect of continuous flooding in their areas.

Commuters pushing out a commercial bus out of the flood. Lagos. Photo by Michael Opeyemi

A few suburbs of Lagos do not really have a problem with the rains, but most of the others on the mainland and deep into the hinter lands  experience much flooding when the rainy season gets into full gear.
Life within these places become very unbearable for those who live within these areas, their worries range from the embarrassment the floods cause them.  For some, friends and family cannot visit them due to the road situation, for others there are fears that they might wake soon to see themselves afloat in their rooms. As the floods are becoming that catastrophic.

10 Reasons You Should Start Eating Cucumber

Cucumber is a vegetable that is found around us. Dark green cucumber is a super food that is good for the total well being of the human body.

Cucumber and slices

According to Naij.com Here are ten reasons you should start eating cucumber:

1. Cucumber re-hydrates the body
Cucumber replenishes water in the body because the vegetable is 90% water. It hydrates the body making the skin look healthier.

Former Minister of Finance Denies Ownership of Multi-million Dollar Hospital

Former minister of  finance, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has described as false a story published by an online news medium that her family was planning to open a multi-million dollar hospital in Abuja.

Paul C Nwabuikwu, the media adviser to the former minister, said in a statement on Sunday, August 23, that having failed to achieve any success after months of unsubstantiated figures and wild allegations against the former minister, the political and corrupt vested interests who had been attacking her, had turned their evil attention on her family.

Corruption: Furious Buhari Summons NDDC Management

Nigeria’s president, Muhammadu Buhari is reportedly angry at the board members of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), and has summoned the management of the company.
The presidency, according to Vanguard reports, is saddened by the alleged mismanagement of funds of the commission running into billions of Naira, and has called the management of the commission for questioning on the true financial status of the agency.

Late Ooni of Ife’s wives banned from re-marrying...

Late Ooni of Ife’s wives banned from re-marrying...

According to a Palace Chief who spoke anonymously, the wives of the late Ooni of Ife, Oba Okunade Sijuwade, the Olubuse II, by tradition cannot re- marry as its forbidden, they can only be inherited by the new Ooni. This order was prescribed by the Ife tradition since the Ooni is not considered dead but to have transited to a higher realm.

2015 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS

Get ready because the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards are comin' atcha on Monday August 31, 2015 from 20:00 CAT (simulcast on MTV and MTV Base).

With out of this world performances, show-stopping appearances and a star-studded guest list, you don't want to miss this night in music history!

HRM Rilwan Akiolu Oba Of Lagos May Face International Criminal Court

 


According to Punch Newspapers, the International Criminal Court is studying the alleged threat.

The Oba of Lagos’ comment during the just concluded 2015 elections may soon be a subject of investigation by the International Criminal Court (ICC).

You will recall that His Royal Highness allegedly threatened to drown all Igbos who do not vote for a particular candidate of his choice during the governorship elections.

According to Punch Newspapers, the International Criminal Court is studying the alleged threat.

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Funke Akindele Stuns At 39 (Photo)

Award winning Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele popularly known as Jenifa, is a year older today.

Funke Akindele

Funke, who is enlarging her coast beyond Africa, is set to spend quality time with her United Kingdom Fans, in celebration of her 39^th birthday party.

My Husband's Family Crashed My Marriage- Popular Nollywood Actress Opens Up

The award-winning Nollywood actress, Ini Edo, during an edition of a weekly TV programme “Rubbin Minds Show”, hosted by media personality Ebuka Uchendu addressed the issue of her failed marriage.

 

Ini Edo

During the show, Ini disclosed why she got married early and how her husband’s family contributed to the reasons her marriage fell apart.

Photos From Traditional Wedding Of Oyo State Governor's Daughter

Oyo state governor, Abiola Ajimobi, has given out her daughter, Jibola, in a traditional wedding yesterday, August 22.
Jibola is married to her heartthrob, Ayo, in a traditional wedding in Ibadan.  It is a high-classed traditional wedding as Osun state governor, Rauf Aregbesola, Lagos state governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, Ogun state governor, Ibikunle Amosun, and other dignitaries are a few of the important guests at the event.

Check out the photos from the wedding below:

Mourinho Hails 'More Than Good' Pedro, Reacts To Terry Card

helsea’s manager, Jose Mourinho, has reacted to his team’s first win of the English Premier League season, and the performance of debutant, Pedro.
The EPL defending champions had gained only one point from their first two matches following a 2-2 draw against Swansea and a 3-0 loss to Manchester City the week after.
However, “The Blues”, inspired by newly-recruited striker, Pedro, rallied to secure a hard fought win over West Bromwich Albion at the Hawthorns on Sunday.

Chelsea’s new boy, Pedro, has been described as being ‘more than good’ by Jose Mourinho