Saturday, 4 March 2017
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have apprehended a suspect at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos, over 26.2kg of ephedrine found in female foot wears. . The narcotics were detected during the screening of passengers. In another operation, the operatives also arrested two suspects who had just arrived from Cambodia and Sierra Leone with 305g and 1.37kg of cocaine respectively. . The suspect arrested in connection with the ephedrine seizure, 48-year-old Ogujiuba Zacchaeus, is an electrician, who was on his way to Tanzania. One of the other two suspects – Uchegbu Emeka (33), a textile merchant, allegedly inserted 305g of cocaine in his anus. . The third suspect, Emeka Okafor (28), an auto parts dealer, reportedly ingested 1.37kg of cocaine. Emeka said he had lost everything he had due to economic recession and that is why he agreed to smuggle cocaine to Cambodia for N800,000.
OLUSEGUN OBASANJO at 80 The leader of the talakawa's Dr. Sule Lamido CON with Sen. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso in handshakes and exchange of pleasantries with His Excellency former President Matthew Olusegun Aremu Obasanjo, at his Hilltop residence Abeokuta. Dr. Sule Lamido CON, fondly called the leader of the talakawa's is one of the 9 people known as G9 a nucleus that founded PDP which produced Chief Obasanjo as Nigeria's democratically elected president. The duo are in Abeokuta to attend the historic grand breaking of Olusegun Obasanjo presidential library (OOPL) as part of the activities of the 80th birthday celebration of Chief Obasanjo. The birthday celebration will include the commissioning of juma'at mosque built by the former president and commander in chief.
No Shame! Lady who walked around mall nearly unclad becomes subject of mockery
Instagram users made clear their disapproval of the woman's indecent dressing with some witty sarcasms.
Obasanjo "Buhari has not disappointed me," Ex-President says
Obasanjo, however, stressed that Buhari has never been sound on economy and foreign affairs.
Exchange Rate Naira loses steam against dollar, sells at N465/$
Naira loses to dollar, while the Pound Sterling and the Euro traded at N542 and N480.
Former Group Managing Director (GMD) of the National Nigerian Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Andrew Yakubu has dragged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission ( EFCC) to court. Yakubu is seeking redress at the Federal High Court in Kano over the forfeiture of $9.8m, £74,000 which the anti-graft agency reportedly seized from his house. Reports say the EFCC Kano Zonal office spokesman, Idris Nadabo told newsmen that the case will be coming up on March 7, 2017 at the Federal High court, Kano. Justice Zainab Abubakar had earlier ordered the forfeiture of the sum of $9,772,00 which was recovered from the former NNPC boss. According to Daily Post, Yakubu’s lawyer, Ahmed Raji wants the court to set aside the forfeiture order by Justice Zainab. ALSO READ: Group demands release of ex-NNPC boss days after EFCC recovered $9.8m from his home The EFCC recently recovered separate sums of $9,772,800 and £74,000 from former NNPC GMD. Reports say the discovery was made possible by the Federal Government's Whistle-Blower initiative.
Three cargo coaches attached to the end of the passenger train were said to have suddenly detached from the rest of the coaches.
Andrew Yakubu Former NNPC boss drags EFCC to court
The EFCC Kano Zonal office spokesman told newsmen that the case will be coming up on March 7, 2017.
Coventry University March open day! Scholarships up to £9,000 available
Meet representatives from Coventry University UK in Abuja and Lagos. Get a ch
Ben Ayade Cross River Governor celebrates 49th birthday with refugees
The First Lady of Cross River state, , Dr. Linda Ayade, also donated 500 insecticide nets to the elated refugees.
Thursday, 2 March 2017
Xenophobic Attacks Militants threaten to bomb MTN, Shoprite, other SA businesses
The threat was contained in a letter addressed to the Office of the South African High Commissioner to Nigeria in Abuja.
In Anambra Suspected armed robbers kill policeman, injure another in Onitsha
A policeman has been killed with another injured in a shoot with an armed robbery gang in Onitsha, Anambra state.
Blaqbonez makes a resounding statement of his calibre as a Hip-Hop act in “Last Time Under” Mixtape
Elements of stellar production, rap prowess and confident delivery make up the framework of this mixtape.
Wizkid Singer, Nas, others to headline UK Wireless Festival 2017
Other artists such as Chance The Rapper, Desiigner, Skepta, The Weeknd and many more top acts will grace this year's music occasion.
Ben Ayade Cross River Governor wants FG to revisit 2014 conference report
Ayade noted that the 2014 conference was made up of Nigerians with proven integrity from all professional backgrounds.
Super Eagles Gernot Rohr release squad list for March friendly games
For the games, Rohr has named the usual suspects in his teams while Joel Bazee and Ebuehi are called up for the first time.
Boko Haram Female suicide bomber disobeys Abubakar Shekau, surrenders to Army
The suspected suicide bomber alleged that her parents were killed after they had refused to be indoctrinated .
Xenophobia Obasanjo condemns attack on Nigerians
Obasanjo called on African heads of government to provide good leadership for their citizens as part of efforts to enhance regional integration.
Wednesday, 1 March 2017
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