Dangote Distributes N540m To Borno Residents

Posted by: niyi on December 2, 2013

The Dangote Foundation yesterday began the distribution of N540 million to about 54,000 indigent residents of Borno State with the aim of reducing poverty in the troubled state which has been under the siege of Boko Haram insurgency for the last four years.
The foundation, financed by the billionaire businessman, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, as his contribution to alleviating poverty in the country is collaborating with Support for Women, Orphans and Tsangaya (SWOT), a pet project of the wife of Borno State governor, Hajiya Nana Kashim Shettima.continue after the cut......

Breaking News: ASUU Vows to Go On with the Strike

The Members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have vowed to continue with the ongoing strike until the Federal Government meets all of its demands.

In a press briefing which started in Abuja in the afternoon of December 2, 2013, the President of ASUU, Nasir Fagge, declared the union “shall never be cowed.”

“We shall bow only to what we as academics are convinced will serve the interest of Nigeria and its people, no matter their ethnic, religious or class origins. This is where we stand. We shall never be cowed,” the leader of ASUU said.

More to follow…

Heartbreaking pics: Tyrese cries at scene of Paul Walker's death

Late Paul Walker's friend and Fast & Furious co-star Tyrese visited the scene of the car crash today and was inconsolable. The actor and singer, who has been friends with Paul for the past thirteen years cried through out. He left a single yellow rose at the scene of the crash before leaving. 

Paul Walker, 40, was the passenger in his friend's Porsche GT which spun out of control and hit a pole and tree, bursting into flames and killing both men yesterday afternoon November 30th.

TMZ reported earlier today that the county coroner revealed that the bodies of Paul and his friend Roger Rodas, 38, who was also his financial adviser, were so badly burned that they are currently unidentifiable.

The L.A. County Coroner has requested dental records for both victims before they can identify the bodies. Autopsies on both bodies have been delayed until later this week. Too sad! Another pic after the cut...

All Catholics Will Go To Hell Because They Worship Satan - Pastor Chris Okotie

According to PM News. Chris Okotie, told his congregation on Sunday that all Catholics in the world will go to hell because they worship Satan and are led by an Anti-Christ Pope who is a friend to the devil, leaving members bewildered.

Fifty-five year old Okotie, while preaching in his Household of God Church in Ikeja area of Lagos, western Nigeria, said the Catholic church is “a counterfeit church set up by Satan” and that Catholics “bow to idols and crucify Jesus every Sunday when they eat bread claiming they are eating Jesus’ body.”

“They are not Christians and have never been,” Okotie told a stunned congregation.
“They don’t know Jesus. They believe that when they eat bread on Sundays, they are eating the body of Jesus. It’s ritual,” Okotie said...continue after the cut....

Boko Haram attacks Air Force Base & International Airport in Borno

According to news reports, the Composite Group Air Force Base in Maiduguri, the Maiduguri  International Airport and other places in Borno State were attacked in the early hours of this morning by gunmen believed to be members of Boko Haram. The gunmen, said to be over 300, attacked with heavy artillery including Rocket Propelled Grenade Launchers.

Several people were killed by the explosives which the terrorist planted in targeted areas, including the newly constructed trailer park along Damaturu- Maiduguri road, military check points, residential and public buildings. Some Boko Haram members and securities operatives were killed in the attack.

The attack this morning has prompted a 24-hour curfew in the city. Only vehicles on emergency calls and essential services are allowed to move for now.

Who rocked the shorts; Efe Tommy vs Uti Nwachukwu

Who rocked the shorts, which I hear is a new trend now; TV personality Efe Tommy or BBA winner and actor, Uti Nwachukwu?

US rapper Wale shares pic of his dad + see his childhood photo

Wale's dad is pictured left. The other one is his uncle. His childhood pic after the cut...

Photos. Adams Oshiomhole pictured with 'his widow'

Not only did he employ the woman, he also gave her N2million cash gift to set up a trade. So happy for her. Her life will never be the same again. The power of social media.

Someone wrote this on Twitter "Anybody that is blocking my Go and Die benefactor, Holy Ghost fire scatter them' lol. See more photos after the cut......

Guard your computers y'all, Isreali internet spy company reportedly sets up in Nigeria

If new reports are to be believed, then Elbits System, an Isreali Electronic Defence firm, has finally arrived Abuja to begin the installation of a $40million internet facility...which will spy on the people of Nigeria on behalf of the Nigerian government.

Premium Times reports that the internet monitoring company was contracted by the Federal Govt in April this year to install a comprehensive spying facility that will help them monitor its citizens.
The installation will go ahead despite public outcry and an ongoing legislative probe of the project that followed the leak of the contract by this newspaper. The installation is also taking place in complete disregard of the National Assembly which ordered the government to suspend all actions on the contract pending the outcome of a planned investigation." Premium Times reports

New Music: DJ Xclusive ft Olamide - Ibebe

The inimitable DJ Xclusive puts talent on wax as he teams up with Yoruba rapper and current toast of the party Olamide, for his blazing new third official single titled Ibebe produced by fast-rising taste maker Pheelz. As expected, the combination of such massive talent results in certified chart topper, as Olamide continues his stunning run of form to effortlessly deliver yet another killer performance, backed by encouragement from DJ Xclusive. Ibebe showcases two of Nigerian music’s finest in their prime celebrating the irresistible physical qualities found in our beautiful women, and installs itself as another delightful treat for Nigerian music lovers, courtesy the combined ingenuity of DJ Xclusive and Olamide. Download, listen, and enjoy.

Ibebe Direct Download Link: http://bit.ly/1jaOBHc

LMAO! Y'all need to see this pic!

Funniest pic I've seen in a while. Tope must have tried selling the property several times...LMAO!

The video: Gov Oshiomhole's apologizes to the widow, gives her N2m

Governor Oshiomhole today donated N2million to the widow he treated harshly, Mrs Joy Ifije, who was invited to the Edo State Government House. She was also offered automatic employment... 

 

Oshiomhole apologises to widow 

2face, Psquare, Others Rule At CAAN Awards

From all indications, Bayelsa State is fast becoming the entertainment capital of the country. The state once again successfully hosted the first edition of the Caribbean African American Nations (CAAN) Music Awards 2013, at the Cultural Centre, Yenagoa.

As expected, there was no dull moment at the world class event which was beamed live to the world last weekend. Anchored by celebrated On-Air-Personality, IK Oskioduwa and supported by beautiful Toccara Jones ( America ‘s Next Top Model) and Claudia Jordan (Celebrity Apprentice).

The star studded event opened with a beautiful rendition of the national anthem by Bayelsa State-born singer, Timi Dakolo followed by a well choreographed dance performance by the state’s Council for Arts and Culture. While welcoming guests to the state, the excited governor,Henry Seriake Dickson reiterated his

Seun Kuti Reacts To Burna Boy Performing In His Underwear

During his interview on Rubbin Minds today, Seun Kuti said Burna Boy should have known better than stripping to his underwear to perform at Felabration final at the New Afrika Shrine last month.

VCs Deny Giving Ultimatum As ASUU Advises Parent Not To Send Students Back On Campus

The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU seems not moved by the federal government’s sack threat as there has been no indication so far that lecturers would return to classrooms before the December 4 deadline.

Although some Vice-Chancellors have recalled their students, whether the lecturers would turn up for classes remains to be seen.

The Presidency, however wouldn’t go soft on the lecturers despite pleas and criticism from different quarters on the sack threat, as it accused ASUU leaders of treachery and warned the university

Mark Appeals To ASUU To Call Off Strike

Senate President, David Mark, on Sunday appealed to the striking Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to return to work.

Mark made the plea in a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Senate President, Paul Mumeh, in Abuja read while commissioning a lecture theatre donated to the School of Management Sciences at the Kano State Polytechnic by Senator Kabiru Gaya.

According to him, calling off the strike would salvage the already battered education sector from further deteriorating.

We Didn’T Give ASUU Ultimatum, Their VCs Did – Jonathan

President Goodluck Jonathan has denied giving the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, an ultimatum to resume work or be sacked, adding that the strike embarked upon by ASUU has gone beyond being just a trade dispute, but a subversive action.

The president said this while fielding questions from newsmen at the expanded caucus meeting of the Bayelsa State Peoples Democratic Party held at the Government House, Yenagoa, noting that the Supervising Minister of Education who made the announcement only passed on the decision of the Committee of Vice Chancellors.