Sunday, March 24, 2013
Meet 12-year-Old Youngest Father Sean Stewart
Sean Stewart became the youngest father in Britain yesterday when his girlfriend gave birth to a healthy son. Sean, 12 last month, was allowed to miss school to be at the bedside of his 16-year-old girlfriend, Emma Webster, her parents, Ray and Shirley, and Sean's mother, Theresa.
Nollywood actress, Evangelist Eucharia Anunobi partners Imo Govt
In a bid to support the Rescue Mission agenda of Governor Anayo Rochas Okorocha’s led administration, Nollywood actress, Evangelist Eucharia Anunobi has shown interest of joining in partnership with the Imo State government and other well-meaning Imolites to make the State drive developmentally for the general purpose of all.
Fisherman Goes Berserk, Kills Mother, Daughter
A middle aged fisherman identified as Temipreyo from Bomadi local government area of Delta State on Thursday hacked down his mother and only daughter to death over allegations of witchcraft.
Police authorities confirmed that the suspect, upon interrogation, confessed to committing the crime in frustration.
Prophetess drags pastor husband to court
Titilayo Oluokun, a prophetess, has pleaded with an Agege Grade ‘A’ Customary Court to dissolve her 22-year-old marriage. The 51-year-old woman, who lives at 8, Aina Aladi Street, Agbado, Lagos, told the court that her husband, a pastor, is randy.
US Forum Scores FG Low On HIV Treatment
Participants at the ongoing American Conference on the Treatment of HIV in Denver, Colorado state of America have scored the Nigerian government low in the global efforts at treating HIV.
The President Goodluck Jonathan-led administration was however commended for its ability to ensure that HIV/AIDS is reduced in the country.
"We don't own a private jet yet, but hope to buy one in the future' - PSquare
When asked by Vanguard if the rumour that they bought a private jet was true, P-Square replied:
"There was nothing like that. I guess because it was included in our list that whenever we are going for a specific show, the organsiers must provide us with a private jet. We had a deal with a private jet company which always hire their private jet to us whenever we are in need of it. It’s like, we have a private jet at our disposal. I remember, I once tweeted that a private jet has been included in our list. That was how people started speculating that Psquare has bought a private jet. But we always travel with the jet all the time.
‘Why I Fought Patience Ozokwor’ – Mercy Johnson Okojie
Actress Mercy Johnson who was reportedly in a showdown with her older colleague, Patience Ozokwor on location in Asaba few weeks back, has blamed her uncontrollable outburst on Ozokwor’s repeated utterances referring to her as an ‘ashawo’- a hoochie.
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I am free from drugs: Charlie Sheen
Former 'Two and A Half Men' star Charlie Sheen says he is now free from the drug and alcohol addiction he suffered from for years. The 47-year-old said that his clean living lifestyle had made him more energetic and he is eager to work more now, reported Esquire magazine. Sheen was fired from his USD 34 million-a-year job on top-rated comedy 'Two and a Half Men' following an argument with the show's creator Chuck Lorre, who accused him of abusing cocaine.
Amaechi Wants Review Of Revenue Formula Vested In N’Assembly
Chairman, Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF) and Governor of Rivers State, Mr. Chibuike Amaechi, has appealed to the National Assembly to revisit the constitutional amendment and evolve a new revenue sharing formula for the federal and state governments. He made the appeal when the Senate Committee on Finance led by its chairman, Senator Ahmed Makarfi, visited him at the Government House, Port Harcourt.
3 Policemen, 2 Farmers Killed In Benue
Three mobile policemen including a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Mr. Azare Adamu and a police driver (names withheld) were yesterday killed in a renewed crisis between Fulani herdsmen and Tiv farmers in Naka town of Gwer East Local Government Area of Benue state.
Pressure On Lawmakers To Remove Gov. Okorocha
A NEW wave of impeachment saga now sweeps through Imo State, following a new demand on the lawmakers to impeach Governor Rochas Okorocha. Coordinator of Save Imo, Nze Ebubagu Ekenulo, Saturday submitted a letter to the House of Assembly asking the 27-member Assembly to commence impeachment process against the governor for gross abuse of office.
Ex-commissioner, Prison Chief, 25 Others Killed In Adamawa, Kano Attacks
Details of the death toll in the attack launched on Ganye local government area of Adamawa State on Friday evening emerged yesterday: 25 persons were confirmed killed. The victims included Mr Adiel Bilae, a former commissioner for health during the administration of erstwhile governor BoniHaruna; the chief prison warder of Ganye Prison; and the proprietor of Aishaka Joint popularly known as I.K Joint (beer parlour) alongside his wife.
They were killed during attacks by suspected members of the JamaatulAhlisssunaLiddaawatiWal Jihad also known as Boko Haram.
Also yesterday, suspected terrorists struck at two locations in Kano killing two persons with explosives.
The first explosion occurred at Hotoro area, close to the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) mega station. One of the victims of the blasts was identified as a petrol hawker while there were no details on the second victim. There were no details on the second bomb blast. The police and military authorities declined to speak on the attacks.
A police officer attached to the Adamawa State police command’s Special Anti-robbery Squad (SARS) simply named as ASP Idris escaped death by a whisker following an attempt on his life by unknown gunmen in Yola on Friday.
Idris was a close ally of the former commander of SARS, Mohammed Ali, who was killed in Yola by gunmen two years ago. The state police command’s public relations officer, DSP Mohammed Ibrahim, confirmed the attack on Ganye, saying that a detachment of the military and police had been dispatched to the area to restore law and order in the town.
Earlier, the comptroller of prisons in Adamawa State, Mr. Andrew Barka, had confirmed the attack on Ganye Prison but declined to give further details.
Ganye has come under intense attacks in recent times, which made the state government include it among local government areas in which the operations of commercial motorcycle operators commonly known as Achaba riders were outlawed
An eyewitness of the attack told LEADERSHIP Sunday that the gunmen, who stormed the area in a commando-like manner, overran the divisional police station, the prison headquarters, an old-generation bank and a Catholic church all located in the heart of the town.
The gunmen also attacked relaxation joints where the casualty level was very high.
According to the eyewitness, the gunmen first struck at the Ganye divisional police station, which they set ablaze before proceeding to the prisons where the inmates were freed and the building burnt.
At the old-generation bank, the attackers reportedly used improvised explosive devices (IEDs) to pull down parts of the building before gaining entrance into the banking hall and the strong room.
As at the time of filing this report, LEADERSHIP Sunday could not establish the amount of money carted away from the bank but eyewitnesses said the amount runs into millions as wrappers of various denominations littered the entire premises of the bank.
Almost all the hotels and other relaxation joints in the town were ransacked and set ablaze as fun seekers and other residents ran for safety.
As to the Kano incident, Premium Times quoted a reporter as saying, “We are yet to get details of the explosion, but sources in the area said that it was from a car, which driver refused to stop for search at a military search point.”
NCC announces new rates for GSM operators
GSMThe Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC), has announced a new interconnectivity rate for the country. The new rates which represents a downward review takes effect from 1st April, 2013. The new set of interconnection rates determination for voice services for the country’s telecommunications industry which is as low as N4.90k is expected to be in operation for the next three years until further review by the Commission.
PDP Reconciliation Fails: Tambuwal Kwankwaso, Others Shun Meeting
In what appears to be a protest against the leadership of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party, governors Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso of Kano State, Sule Lamido of Jigwa State, and Aliyu Magatakarda Wammakko of Sokoto State yesterday shunned the party’s chieftains who were in Kaduna as part of moves to reconcile aggrieved members of the party.
Police Arrest Fake Doctor, Two Others Over Abortion
Police detectives in Ubulu-Uku, Aniocha South local government area of Delta State have arrested a fake doctor and two others for allegedly administering a concoction capable of causing abortion on a 23 year old girl which eventually resulted in her death.
Why I donated 2 Prado Jeeps to 2Face - Akpabio
THE Governor of Akwa Ibom, Sir Godswill Akpabio has defended his donations and hospitality to individuals, churches and organisations against the backdrop of criticism of such, disclosing that the donations had been captured in Akwa Ibom State’s budget so passed by House of Assembly.
Nigerian held for duping man in India
NEW DELHI: A Nigerian was arrested for cheating people on Saturday. The accused, Peter Uche (41), would send emails to people claiming they are heir of a deceased millionaire and will receive $18 million. He would pose as an official of Bank of Africa and ask Rs 1 lakh as stamp duty and keep asking for money to complete various formalities. Ravindra Yadav, addl CP (crime) said a complaint was received from a Varanasi resident, Vikas Pandey, in which he had alleged that his father had been cheated of Rs 25 lakh in this manner. When Uche asked for more money, Pandey insisted on paying cash. A trap was laid and Uche was arrested from Anand Niketan area.
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