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July 03, 2012

• ACN, CPC to Finalise Merger Talks October
  
  Major-General Muhammadu Buhari of the CPC
  The ongoing alliance talks between the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) and the Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) will be finalised by October, THISDAY learnt Monday Read more...

• Senate queries NNPC, Okonjo-Iweala over secret account
  
  Govt spends N451b on fuel subsidy in six months
  MEMBERS of the Senate panel probing the management of fuel subsidy regime yesterday sought explanations from the Finance Minister, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweal...Read more...
   

• Lagosians gasp for breath as flood ravages the city
  
  AS predicted by meteorologists, many coastal and inland cities across the country continued to experience heavy rains yesterday. In Lagos, even areas that had previously not experienced flooding were ...Read more...
   

• Terrorists kill policeman, nine others in Borno, Kano
  
  SUSPECTED terrorists attacked a residential compound in Bolori ward of Maiduguri,  Borno State and killed nine people in the early hours of yesterday.
  The attack came barely 48 hours after the Nat...Read more...
   

• Fashola rallies immigration, police support on security
  
  LAGOS State Governor, Babatunde Raji Fashola, has urged the police to collaborate with the Immigration Service towards reducing trans-border crimes effectively. Fashola gave the charge yesterday when h...Read more...
   

• Abubakar co-opts ex-IGPs in battle against insecurity
  
  Police chiefs decry pensions scam
  Blame graft on transfer of office to civil service
  DETERMINED to address the security challenges facing the country, the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) yesterday adopted a ...Read more...
   

• Corp members protest posting to crisis-prone states
  
  HUNDREDS of corps members for the 2012 Batch ‘B’ yesterday besieged the Gowon House headquarters of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Abuja, seeking immediate redeployment from the northern s...Read more...
   

• R-E-V-E-A-L-E-D:Lawan’s telephone conversation with Otedola on $3m bribe •Integrated Oil, Oando reject technical committee’s reports on fuel subsidy
  DETAILS of the telephone conversation between embattled lawmaker, Honourable Farouk Lawan and business mogul, Mr Femi Otedola, have emerged with the lawmaker urging the businessman to pay the balance of $2.5million to another trusted lawmaker. Read more...
   

• Flood sacks Lagos communities •As govt advises residents of Aboru, Maryland, Iwaya, others to relocate
  MORE communities were sacked in Lagos by flood as a result of a downpour that lasted hours on Monday. Read more...
   

• I did not shun Jonathan - Omo N’oba
  The Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, has refuted publications in some national newspapers that he shunned President Goodluck Jonathan and members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on their recent visit to his palace Read more...
   

• MD Yusuf, Okiro, Smith, Others Blame HoS For Pension Fraud
  
  Former Inspectors General of Police (IGPs) have slammed the office of the Head of Service (HoS)for what they termed the “monumental theft”...Read more...
   

• Confusion Trails Fresh N1.3trn Fuel Subsidy Payments
  
  A fresh confusion involving trillions of naira spent on the infamous fuel subsidy emerged yesterday over the amount actually expended and...Read more...
   

• Jonathan In Kaduna, Commissions Locally Made Bullet Proof Vest
  
  President Goodluck Jonathan, yesterday, in Kaduna commissioned the first home made bullet proof... Read more...
   

• Nigerians In US Charge NSA Over Terrorist Killings
  
  The New York Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has charged the new National Security... Read more...
   

• Bribery Allegation: Farouk Lawan Disowns Channels’ Audio Tape
  Controversy is now trailing the Channels Television’s airing of a purported audio recording of a conversation between oil marketer Mr Femi...Read more...
   

• Yobe, Borno, Senate Mourn Albishir
  Senator Usman Albishir’s death in a car crash along Kano-Zaria Road cast a mourning mood across the nation especially in the Senate, Yobe...Read more...
   

• Court acquits Deji Abiola of N35m theft
  
  An Ikeja High Court yesterday discharged and acquitted Deji Abiola, the second son of the late politician, Chief M. K. O. Abiola, of the N35 million theft charge preferred against him. ...Read more...
   

• How to tackle Boko Haram insurgency –Fasehun
  
  Founder of the Oodua Peoples Congress (OPC), Dr. Frederick Fasehun, has said that the Federal Government would not record any success in its war against terrorists if their foreign collaborators are ignored. With particular reference to the activities of the Boko Haram Islamic sect, Dr. Fasheun warned President Goodluck Jonathan against dissipating energy and resources in seeking dialogue with what he called the “local leaders” of the sect without identifying and seeking audience with their foreign backers. ...Read more...

• Experts Fret over Nigeria’s Declining Oil Reserves
  
  President Goodluck Jonathan
  Oil and gas industry experts at the first Energy Policy Strategy Session organised by Emerald Energy Institute for Energy Economics, Policy and Strategic Studies of the University of Port Harcourt have expressed concern over the country’s declining crude oil reserves and failure to meet production targets. Read more...

• Govt okays pact with local, U.S. consortium for six new refineries
  
  THE Federal Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the United States (U.S.) and Nigerian companies, Vulcan Petroleum Resources Limited and Petroleum Refining and Strategic...Read more...
   

• Manufacturing sector’s investment hits N638bn in 2011
  
  Unplanned inventory rises to N23.28bn
  FORTUNES of t...Read more...
   

• Aggressive Naira Support Takes Toll On Reserves
  
  The Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) aggressive support of the naira in the month of June took its toll on the nation’s foreign reserves which fell from its peak of $37.77 billion as at June 6, 2012 to $36.77 billion as at June 28, showing a decline of 2.64 per cent. Read more...
   

• Shoreline, Heritage Oil To Buy Nigeria’s Assets In $850m Deal
  
  Shoreline and Heritage Oil has agreed to buy a stake in a string of Nigerian oilfield assets, known as OML 30, in a deal which Heritage said yesterday would diversify its portfolio and significantly increase its production capabilities. Read more...
   

• Cash-less Policy: U.S Provides $510,000 For Data Recovery
  
  In demonstration of its support for the cash-less policy, the United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) has provided a grant of $510,000 for the establishment of a Disaster Recovery Centre (DRC) to fortify and protect e-payment transactions in the country Read more...

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• From The University of Lagos to Moshood Abiola University: An Unforced Error by an error-prone President!
  The changing of the University of Lagos name to Moshood Abiola University seems to us an unforced error by a President who is willing to use all means to secure a second term, and he thinks the way to securing it is through the people of the South West! It seems to us that this president has no clue about the psyche of an average South Westerner, and we predict this latest act is also the reason why we think he has destroyed his chance to a second term in this zone.  NigerianNews Editorial | more editorial

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• Frisky Larr's Current Column
  
  Is Oshiomole getting too desperate in Edo State?
  by Frisky Larr
  Within the past two months, Nigerians have witnessed not less than ten media headlines reporting the alarm raised by Governor Adams Oshiomole over impending electoral manipulations in Edo state. Each time, he is accusing the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP) of planning to rig the forthcoming gubernatorial election in that state coming up in July 2012. He raised the alarm the loudest, when he narrowly escaped death from a traffic mishap, in which a tractor reportedly ran into a vehicle in his convoy traveling to Benin en route from a political event. NigerianNews Special

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• Atsar Terver's Current Column
  ECHOES:Commentary on burning public issues
  
  Mrs. Johnson’s Gaffe on President Jonathan
  by Atsar Terver
  One of the biggest jokes of the year is the recent publication by Times Magazine in which Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan was named among the 100 most influential persons in the world. One thing I must admit upfront is that being, the President over a country of over 160million people, who are directly affected by decisions taken by him and Nigeria being an oil producing country whose policies affect the global energy market, every Nigerian President automatically qualifies to be named an influential person. But that is just where Jonathan’s qualification ends. Any further criteria that relates to leadership performance, Integrity, anti-corruption, good governance, transparency, promotion of social welfare and respect for human rights and the rule of law must be watered down below the barest minimum standards for him to qualify NigerianNews Special

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• Theo I Ogune's Special Column
  
  Theo I Ogune's Current Column
  The Sorrows of the Nigerian Supreme Court
  by Theo Ikes Ogune, Esquire
  Today, while everyone is jumping on the bandwagon of discussing the change of Unilag’s name, I prefer to revisit an old and now very familiar friend: the Nigerian judiciary.  For one thing, the Unilag name change is only a superficial expression of the larger issue of executive power, which is more substantively linked to judicial malfeasance.  I really understand the beef with the change, believe me, but people should care more about the poor state of the education at the university than its name. So I prefer to talk about the Nigerian judiciary.  Just this April, James Ibori went to prison in Britain because he stole money from Delta State.  We all hewed and hawed for about a minute and then went about our business.  What got lost in translation was the opportunity to address a very nagging problem in Nigeria, which is the absolute failure of the country’s judiciary. NigerianNews Special |Read more articles by Ogune

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• AN INTERVIEW WITH Former Governor Donald Duke of Cross River
  NigerianNews Interview Series
  
  Fmr Gov Donald Duke
  "Those that are now fanning themselves out to serve on the platform of PDP, and now appear to be the solution to the problem of Nigeria, are indeed the problem of Nigeria. The problem cannot all of a sudden turn out to be the solution. I have problem with that. To me Nigeria is sacrosanct, PDP is not." NigerianNews Interview click here

• AN INTERVIEW WITH CHIEF OJO MADUEKWE, THE EXTERNAL AFFAIRS MINISTER IN PRESIDENT UMARU MUSA YAR’ADUA’S CABINET
  
  Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Ojo Maduekwe, was recently in the United States as a participant in the 'Nigeria Meets The World Conference' organized by ThisDay, and the United Nations General Assembly session. He spoke exclusively with NNews at the New York Millennium Plaza. NigerianNews Interview

• Leadership Failure: Nigerians Are Walking Prisoners In Austria
  Report by Uzoma Ahamefule
  Mr President Sir, members of the honourable national Assembly and House of Reps, the foreign Affairs Minister and fellow Nigerians, when one extends hands of friendship it is natural that one has exposed oneself to danger. Today not only that I have extended those hands of friendship but I have equally once more exposed my emotions and love to public ridicule and attack because of my affection for Nigeria. NNEWS Correspondent | Read more reports

• THE CORE QUESTIONS (PART 1)
  
  by Pastor Biodun Coker
  In the heart of every person in every nation are some questions seeking for answers. The searches for answers take people to covens, mountains and valleys. NigerianNews Religious Special | Read more articles by Coker

• Practice Forgiveness: A Powerful Tool to Open the Door of God's Blessings
  
  by Minister Ayodele Mobolurin
  The goal of forgiveness is restoration. Restoration of your peace of mind and restoration of a broken relationship. The second goal may not be possible, because the other party does not want to put away the contention. However, the first is achievable, since it depends only on one party to the contentious issue. Forgiveness is a powerful tool for restoring your peace of mind.  You are at peace even with those that consider you an enemy. The scripture commands forgiveness  NigerianNews Religious Special |  Read more articles by Prof Mobolurin

• THE POWER OF REDEMPTION: THE JOY OF GOD'S RIGHTEOUSNESS (Part 1)
  
  by Pastor Joseph Idowu
  Introduction
  In John 3: 16 and 17 we read “For God so love the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.  For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.” . NigerianNews Religious Special | Read more articles by Pastor Idowu

• BECOMING A RESPONSIBLE, CONFIDENT AND SAFE DRIVER
  by Adewale T. Akande
  Driving is a serious responsibility with physical and mental abilities impacting on the driving activities of a driver. It is more than moving a vehicle and knowing how to use the accelerator, brake pedals and steering. Driving is at best when you have knowledge and required skills to drive competently in accordance with those rules and regulations guiding the public roads. A safe and responsible driver has responsibility which makes him a good citizen. Driving is a learned skill acquired with much practice. It is also more important to drive with due regards for safety and convenience of other road users. Driving entails concentration, calmness, and with consideration and respect for others. And at the same time, a driver should ensure proper and total control of his vehicle at all times. That means a driver must not allow anything to take their attention from the road, therefore good anticipation and concentration will help to prevent these usual incident becoming accidents on our roads. The safety of others depends on you when you are on the wheel. NigerianNews Guest Column

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• ₪a wa o. Anoda ds signal: I just received confirmation that this is true!
  Lana Onafuye.
  Pls read: Is there any way of getting confirmation about news I'm just getting that the Dana plane was distressed for a while but could not make an emergency landing because the airspace was closed for 2 hours for - the Presidential Jet carrying Dame Patience Goodluck Jonathan. Read more...

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• Kannywood Is Key To Nigeria Entertainment Industry – Dila
  Mohammad Rabi’u Rikadawa, aka Dila, is one of the big names in Kannywood. In this exclusive chat with AL-AMIN CIROMA, the movie star spoke...Read more...
   

• Genevieve fetes Chimamanda
  
  Nollywood top actress, Genevieve Nnaji, will feature in the film adaptation of Chimamanda Ngozi-Adichie’s  novel, ‘Half of a Yellow Sun’. Read more...
   

• Around and about Nollywood
  
  Seminar on copyright in audiovisual industry ends ...Read more...
   

• Nollywood has derailed –Okey Bakassi
  
  Okechukwu Anthony Oyegbule is a motivational comedian and movie actor, who has dabbled in politics in his home state of Imo. Friday Flavour occupied his space in this interview where he told TERH AGBEDEH about his future plans since his return to showbiz.... Read more...
   

• You need patience to make it in acting –Orhorha
  
  Is he really deaf and dumb? For people who admire Jude Orhorha, that is what readily comes to their minds when they meet the Warri, Delta state-born actor cum comedian; but he is not. It is just a character (Gbenro), which he has so well interpreted in a sitcom, Fuji House of Commotion, from the stable of Amaka Igwe Productions... Read more...
   

• Nollywood pays better than Kannywood – Hauwa Maina
  She’s appeared in a couple of Nollywood movies after attaining superstar status in Kannywood, but Hauwa Maina says the English-speaking Nigerian movies attract a bigger payday. Weekend Magazine cornered her for a chat on her iconic role as Queen Amina of Zazzau, family life and many others. Excerpts: Read more...
   

• ‘Only a real man can approach me’
  
  Amina Ndim may not ring bell in the minds of movie lovers. However, she is one of the upcoming actresses who knows her onions and has created a niche for herself by the way she interprets her roles. Amina, who says she is a Nigerian, is the fourth child among six siblings. In this interview with Saturday Sun, she talks about her life and challenges in the industry. | Read more...
   

• Star actress, Monalisa Chinda lands N30m endorsement deal
  
  Multi million Naira endorsement deals are currently flying left, right and centre in Nollywood with most of the stars involved smiling heavily to the banks with mouth watering offers. | Read more...
   

• AGN commences Nollywood mega city projcet
  
  For doubting Thomases who may think that nothing good can come out of Actors Guild of Nigeria, they have to brace up to the fact that the proposed Nollywood City project have commenced. | Read more...
   

• Day Soyinka led Nollywood’s invasion of Kenya
  It was an invasion that will not be forgotten in a hurry. The street of Nairobi, capital city of Kenya, was literally taken over by Nigerian movie stars, who had come in droves to showcase the magic of | Read more...
   

• I love Nigerian men but ... - Yvonne Nelson
  
  I’m not dating Jim Iyke BENJAMIN NJOKU With a superb  body and sexy long legs, Yvonne Nelson is one actress to behold. A popular face in Ghollywood, ...Read more...
   

• NDLEA places 9 Nollywood stars on watch-list
  It is no longer news that celebrated comic act, Babatunde Omidina popularly known as Baba Suwe was arrested on Wednesday while allegedly attempting to smuggle cocaine out of the country. What is, however, of interest to many now is that cocaine is yet to be found in his system. The actor, whose career spans over two decades was arrested on his way to France | Read more...
   

• Heralding a Nollywood Project
  
  Nigeria and Nollywood are strange bed-fellows. Perhaps, not so strange since Nollywood is a product of the Nigerian media content. It only follows that a multitude of genetic traits travel from mother Nigeria through the cinematic veins of Nollywood Read more...
   

• Nollywood gave Nigeria identity –Keppy Bassey
  
  Popular actor, Keppy Ekpeyong Bassey, is one of the pioneer stars in Nollywood. The Akwa Ibom State-born actor is also a talk-show host and producer. He studied Linguistics and holds a second degree | Read more
   

• Shan George blasts Silverbird
  
  Veteran Nollywood screen goddess, Shan George, is fuming and blowing hot. She is angry with president of Silverbird Group, Ben Murray-Bruce, ver his alleged comment that any movie not premiered | Read more...
   

• My man, my marriage –Ini Edo
  
  Ini Edo is tired. Very tired. The actress, who lit the screen with her presence, confessed she’s tired of doing same of the same movies. “I am taking a stand against bad jobs,” she said. | Read more...
   

• Presidency, Filmmakers Dialogue On Fortune Of Nollywood
  THE Presidency at the weekend, in Lagos, appealed to practitioners in the Nigerian film sector to use their craft and resources to help redefine the image of the country, especially at this time that ...TheGuardian

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