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July 11, 2012

• Why we must review constitution, by Jonathan
  
  Musdapher seeks 52 amendments
  PRESIDENT Goodluck Jonathan yesterday received the report of the Presidential Committee on the Review of Outstanding Issues from Recent Constitutional Conferences led by f... Read more...

• Jubilation in Uyo as S’Court awards 76 oil wells to A’Ibom
  
  C’River loses littoral state status
  Imoke appeals for calm, Akpabio reaches out
  THE supremacy of the law to any political exigency was the kernel of the Supreme Court ruling yesterday in the legal tussl...Read more...
   

• Senate, Reps suspend sitting for Dantong
  
  THE chamber was solemn yesterday as grief-stricken senators mourned the death of their colleague from Plateau North, Gyang Dantong, offering prayers for the repose of ...Read more...
   

• ‘Why C’River embarks on border projects’
  
  YET to recover from the loss of Bakassi to Cameroun almost 10 years ago, the Cross River State government has raised an alarm over the illegal entry of Camerounians into its territory.
  Speaking with re...Read more...
   

• Yakowa, Ahmed, Aregbesola urge dialogue over violence
  
  THREE state governors have stressed the need for all stakeholders to embrace dialogue over the violence in the nation.
  The governors are Rauf Aregbesola (Osun State), Mr. Patrick Ibrahim Yakowa (Kaduna...Read more...
   

• Harvard names Nigeria’s Olupona 2012 Cabot fellow
  
  A NIGERIAN don at Harvard University, Prof. Jacob Olupona, has been named a Walter Channing Cabot Fellow for the current academic year by the authorities of the institution.
  Olupona, of the Department ...Read more...
   

• Ghana Has Gone; Nigeria Must Go!
  by Atsar Terver
  A new brand of luggage bag is about to hit the market stands in Ghana. It will sell under the trade name ‘Nigeria Must Go’. The first batch of users who would test the effectiveness of these bags will be Nigerians in Ghana. These are Nigerians who have been given a quit notice, rightly or wrongly, by their host, necessitating their sudden but compulsory return to their fatherland, and thus creating the demand for an emergency travel bag. NigerianNews Special


 

• PLATEAU BURIAL MASSACRE: Security agents blocked our only escape route •Survivor-Rep alleges •Jos streets deserted as residents observe curfew •Senate, Reps adjourn in honour of Dantong
  
  A deserted Jos street on Tuesday. Photo: NAN
  A member of  the House of Representatives, representing Barkin-Ladi and Riyom federal constituency of Plateau State, Honourable Simon Mwadkon, who narrowly escaped from Fulani herdmen’s attack during a funeral procession that led to the death of two lawmakers on Sunday, has alleged complicity in the way and manner the coordinated attack was carried out. Read more...
   

• INEC ready for Edo gov poll - Jega •Deploys 8 national commissioners, 10 RECs •Meets stakeholders in Benin today
  CHAIRMAN of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Attahiru Jega, on Tuesday, arrived in Benin City, the Edo State capital, with the assurance that the commission was ready to conduct a free, fair and credible governorship election in the state on Saturday. Read more...
   

• Insecurity: Nigeria’s image suffering - Anyaoku
  THE present security challenges in the country, occasioned by the insurgency of the Islamic sect, Boko Haram, is having negative consequences on the nation’s image abroad, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, former Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, has said. Read more...
   

• Blame PPPRA For Subsidy Fraud - Ribadu
  
  Former chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Mallam Nuhu Ribadu has said that the Petroleum Products Pricing...Read more...
   

• Supreme Court: 76 Oil Wells Belong To A’Ibom Not C’River
  
  The Supreme Court yesterday stripped Cross River State of 76 oil wells, saying that the disputed oil wells belonged to Akwa Ibom State. Read more...
   

• Again, Gunmen Attack 2 Villages In Plateau
  Unknown gunmen yesterday launched fresh attacks on two villages–Tse and Shong villages in Barkinladi and Riyom Local Government Areas of...Read more...
   

• Terrorism: Israel To Partner Nigeria
  
  The Ambassador of the State of Israel, His Excellency, Mr Moshe Ram has expressed his country... Read more...
   

• I Have No Hand In Bola Ige’s Murder — Omisore
  Former Chairman of Senate Committee on Appropriation, Senator Iyiola Omisore, has absolved himself from the assassination of the former...Read more...
   

• CJN: Senate Screens Mukhtar Today
  The Senate will today screen the most senior justice of the Supreme Court, Justice Aloma Mariam... Read more...
   

• Subsidy fraud: We’re set to nail oil cabal –EFCC
  
  *** PPPRA responsible for scam, says Ribadu The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has confirmed the discov-ery of massive fraud in the fuel subsidy payments, with the revelation that some of the vessels oil marketers claimed to have been used in the importation of fuel into Nigeria are not in existence. Read more...
   

• Incumbency factor won’t determine outcome of guber poll – Airhiavbere
  
  Major General Charles Airhiavbere (rtd) is the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State.
  • Says ‘I didn’t negotiate my way out of the military’ Major General Charles Airhiavbere (rtd) is the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State. To him, incumbency won’t be a fac-tor in the July 14 gubernatorial election. He speaks with Deputy Editor (Politics), AYODELE OJO, on his chances, pro-grammes, his exit from the Nigerian Army, alleged plot to rig the election, among other issues. Excerpts:  Read more...
   

• Again, gunmen attack Plateau villages
  *** Villagers flee *** Boko Haram
  
  L-R: Hannatu, widow of the late Dantong; wife of Plateau State Governor, Mrs. Talatu Jang and Governor Jonah Jang, during their condolence visit to the Dantongs in Jos on Monday
  *** Villagers flee *** Boko Haram claims responsibility Again, gunmen yes-terday continued their siege on Pla-teau State with the inva-sion of two more villages, Tse and Shong, in Barkin Ladi Local Government. The villagers were said to have fled their houses while the invaders set them ablaze Member representing Riyom constituency in Plateau State House of As-sembly, Hon. Daniel Dem, who confirmed this to Na-tional Mirror last night said: “I can authoritative-ly confirm to you that as I am talking to you now, the same gunmen from top of the mountain have at-tacked two more villages Read more...
   

• Jonathan plans to make local govt independent, accountable
  
  ...receives Belgore Committee report on constitution review President Goodluck Jonathan yesterday hinted of his plans to push for a review of the 1999 Constitution to make local government administration in the country optimally independent, incorruptible and administered by demo-cratically elected officials. Read more...
   

• RMS poll gives victory to Oshiomhole
  
  Three days to the July 14 governorship poll in Edo State, Nigeria’s leading research group, RMS, has placed Governor Adams Oshiom-hole ahead of other candi-dates in the Saturday’s poll. The polling survey re-port released in Lagos yesterday said: “As things stand, the chances of Osh-iomhole retaining his job as Governor of Edo State are as high as 93 per cent. Read more...
   

• We’re ready for free, fair election – Jega
  Chairman of the Indepen-dent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Attahiru Jega, yesterday in Benin City expressed his commission’s readiness to organise a free, fair and credible election in Edo State, come Saturday. Read more...
   

• Anenih, Igbinedion woo supporters for Airhiavbere
  
  Three days to the Edo State governorship election, the PDP yesterday intensified its campaign with a grand rally at Okada, the head-quarters of Ovia North East Local Government Area of the state to woo more supporters for the party’s governorship flag bearer, Major Gen. Airhia-vbere (rtd). Read more...

• Jonathan unfolds economic diversification plan
  
  Lays foundation stone of Procter and Gambles’ N43b...Read more...

• White Paper untouched as aviation sector rots away
  
  IF the Federal Government had implemented the White Paper on the report of the Presidential Task Force on the Aviation Sector set up by former President Olusegun Obasanjo, the present rot in the indus...Read more...
   

• CBN Reduces Dollar Supply As Naira Gains 0.2%
  
  The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) reduced the value of United States dollar offered at the WDAS to $200 million at yesterday’s auction following reduced demand for the greenback. Read more...
   

• Foreign Crude Account: RMAFC Backs Senate Probe
  
  Mr Elias Mbam, the Chairman, Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission, has backed the Senate Committee probing a foreign crude oil account allegedly managed by the NNPC and domiciled w 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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  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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