Rivers rerun: Wike’s allegations endanger our workers’ lives –INEC

Ahead of the December 10, 2016 National Assembly rerun election in Rivers State, the Independent National Electoral Commission has said that the allegations made by Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, that the commission planned to rig the rerun election could endanger the lives of the commission’s workers.

The Chief Press Secretary to the Chairman of INEC, Mr. Rotimi Oyekanmi, told Saturday PUNCH that the claims by Wike that INEC had given the result sheets of the election to the APC could endanger the lives of the commission’s personnel on election duties in view of the political and security situation in the state.

He said that the political class should note that the bulk of INEC personnel deployed for election duties are young graduates doing their one-year compulsory National Youths Service Corps programme.

How my parents’ separation affected my life –DJ Jimmy Jatt

Not many people know that legendary Nigerian disc jockey, Jimmy Jatt, is a product of a broken home. Although he has made a name for himself in the Nigerian entertainment sphere, the renowned disc jockey told Saturday Beats that his parents’ separation affected his life.

He said that because he was raised in a broken home, it motivated him to put his home in order so that his children would not go through some of the things he experienced.

“There are things that guide me, I am not from this generation; so family is key to me and I have to keep it together so that my kids can say they grew up in a very stable and intact family. That is very key to me because I did not have that. I come from a broken home and I know what that means. I don’t want that for my kids or anybody. The fact that I am from a broken home has motivated me to ensure that my family is intact because I know how life is for a young person who comes from a broken home. I guide against it by all means. It affected my growing up without a doubt even though I turned out to be a good child. My parents would never tell you there was a time I caused any trouble, I was never a troublesome kid but when you look back, you would know that if your parents were together and the guidance was double without competition, things would have been better. I know that there are certain things which my mother did which I liked but my father reversed such because he did not want my mother to have her way.

NDLEA nabs man trying to export cannabis to China in garri, bitter leaf

Less than two weeks after a Nigerian, 38-year-old Chijioke Obioha, was executed in Singapore for smuggling 2.6kgs of cannabis into the country, another 38-year-old man, Augustine Uchenna, has been arrested by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency in Lagos for trying to smuggle 10.2kg of cannabis to China, another country that punishes drug importation with death.

NDLEA spokesperson, Mr. Mitchell Ofoyeju, said Uchenna, a safety equipment trader in Lagos, was nabbed at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport during the outward screening of passengers on an Ethiopian Airline flight to China.

NDLEA commander at the airport, Ahmadu Garba, said that the weeds were discovered inside garri, bitter leaf, bitter cola and other spices, which Uchenna said he was travelling with.

The suspect said during interrogation that he was simply not aware that drug trafficking in China was punishable by death.

He told NDLEA officials, “My friend in China promised to pay me N600,000 for the cannabis. This is my first time of smuggling drug,even though I have been going to China since 2011. The economic recession affected my business and my rent is also due.”

MMM participants panic over reports of Ultimate Cycler's crash

Media reports about the crash of the website of one of the ponzi schemes in Nigeria, Ultimate Cycler, has unsettled Nigerians who have invested their money in a similar scheme known as MMM Nigeria.



The Ultimate Cycler acclaimed popularity among Nigerians following its promise to pay 300% return to its investors within 45 days.

The huge return on investment offered by the scheme lured many to join it with some even abandoning MMM Nigeria which offers 30% returns on investment.

But as reports filtered in on Thursday morning, December 2, around 10.30am that the site had Crashed sent a wave of panic among Nigerians who have patronize similar schemes.

Participants of the Ultimate Cycler took to

Gunmen attack Kaduna Senator, Shehu Sani’s campaign office

The campaign office of the senator representing Kaduna Central District, Shehu Sani, has been attacked by unknown gunmen, witnesses said.

Suleiman Sule, the senator’s aide, said some supporters of the lawmaker were meeting at the campaign office on Saturday when armed men invaded the property.

There were immediate reports of casualties.

“Police officers have already cordoned the office area,” Mr. Sule told PREMIUM TIMES.

Residents of the area said the attackers came in large numbers.

Adam Barrow Set To Rule Gambia, Yahya Jammeh Concedes Defeat.

A Former Argos security guard from North London is set to become the president of Gambia in an unprecedented upset for president Yahya Jammeh who had pledged to rule for a billion years.

President Jammeh, who has ruled the tiny West African nation for 22 years since he staged a coup, conceded defeat to opposition leader Adama Barrow, the chairman of the electoral commission on Friday morning.
"It's really unique that someone who has been ruling this country for so long has accepted defeat," Alieu Momar Njie told reporters.

Gambian state television told AFP that the 51-year-old head of state, who seized power in a coup in 1994, would make a statement later in the day to congratulate Barrow.

Ini Edo Steps out in 220k Floral Sandals. (PIX)

Ini Edo stepped  out recently in a pink top on denim pant, with floral platform sandals worth, 550 euros.....over two hundred thousand naira.

Mimiko Hosts Emir Of Kano, Preaches National Unity

Governor Olusegun Mimiko of Ondo State has declared that the major adversary Nigeria has is mass poverty and not ethnicity or religion.

Mimiko made this declaration while playing host to the Emir of Kano‎, His Majesty Sanusi Lamido Sanusi and his entourage at the Governor’s office in Akure, the State Capital.

According to the Governor, there are centrifugal forces trying to tear Nigeria apart.

“I have said it severally that there are centrifugal forces trying to tear us apart but we need relationships like this to remind us that we are one people. The major adversary we have in Nigeria is mass poverty and not ethnicity or religion,” he said.

Police Intercept Kidnappers Heading For Operation

The Police say they have intercepted a four-man gang of heavily armed kidnappers, notorious for terrorizing Rivers and Bayelsa state residents, on their way for an operation.

Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Don Awunah, in a statement on Thursday, described the feat as a major breakthrough in the Police’ targeted onslaught against crime and criminality throughout the country.

He said that the Inspector General of Police Intelligence Response Team (IRT), “acting on credible intelligence and public support, on the 29th of November, 2016, intercepted a four-man gang of heavily armed kidnappers, notorious for terrorizing the waterways and kidnapping in Rivers and Bayelsa states, along Azikiwe Road, Port Harcourt, Rivers State on their way for an operation.

Six things to know about $3m fantasy bra

Super model, Jasmine Tookes hit the runway on Wednesday with the Fantasy Bra, the piece de resistance of the Victoria Secret brand for 2016. It’s the 20th Fantasy bra in the series since 1996. This year’s Victoria’s Secret fashion show — took place Wednesday night in Paris’ Grand Palais, France.

Olamide And Shubebe's Who You Help Lyrics.

Although I know say na Shunbebe be the originator of the song title 'who you help', I see now that personality and brand matters alot hence the hype of Olamide's to Shunbebe.

Since I'm not here for criticism, enjoy the songs and lyrics for your entertainment:

Shunbebe's who you help (Lyrics)

Top Seven New Christmass Songs.

Do you hear it? Bells are jingling. Chimes are ringing. Children are singing. Christmas is almost here.

Here are six new tunes you and your family can enjoy all season long from some of Christian music’s best (listed in no particular order):

Wizkid Now And Then.

1st and 2nd picture says it all respectively

No wonder Runton Run go church go quit Marijuaana...

Wise up guys.

Weed free Runtown in 3rd pix...looking fresh and healthy!

Toke Makinwa Before And After Bleaching For Maje Ayida.

In her recently launched book: "On Becoming", Toke Makinwa revealed something that shocked even her dearest fans; that she bleached her skin just to please her estranged hubby, Maje Ayida while they were still dating.

But what many of Toke Makinwa's fans didn't know is the extent of the bleaching, and today, they will find out after seeing the before and after pictures of Toke after bleaching below:

Ex-Beauty Queen Slept With Sunny Aku, Dabota Lawson's Billionaire Ex-Husband.

Dabota Lawson took to her Snapchat to call out a former beauty queen for allegedly sleeping with her ex billionaire husband, Sunny Aku. 

Vector Writes Open Letter To The Federal Government-Accuse Them Of Killing The Future Of Nigeria.

Nigerian rapper, Vector took his pen and wrote an open letter to the Federal Government over the hike enforced by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). Below is Vector’s open letter.
Dear Federal Government,

You have come a long way with your policies and rule. You have concerned yourself with nothing but the present hence making it look like the constitution has to be remixed and renamed “Your WILL” before your demise. You have ignored the children you saw grow and focused on the ones from your sperm cells and ovulation that you aren’t seeing grow because they have been shipped off to “better grounds” for eductaion. You have put your wives in other rooms BUT that of improtance forgetting (if you married a good woman) they balance you when you go astray.

You have failed to embrace the spirit and letter of the Almighty you worship be it any religion. You have failed the man you see in d mirror because he isnt a beast or metaphysical beign you don’t understand. No, He is the posterboy/girl for greed. You have forgotten how you felt when you were coming up but remember this… you will not forget how you fall. Your money… my bad… our money you take will shame you when you need it the most. The hustling are finding ways to be better but you just want to take from them without giving back. You focus on chasing thieves but never focus on securing the vault they steal from.

Harrison Releases Promo Photos.

Harrysong has shared new promo photos of himself.

The singer who recently dumped Five Star Music for his own label ALTERPLATE looked dapper in these photos.

Harrysong is currently working on a new project

Abuja Hospital Abandons Accident Victim For Hours Over Inability To Pay N3500.

An accident victim, James Omase, was reportedly refused medical attention for three hours on Saturday by the Kubwa General Hospital, Abuja over his inability to pay a N3, 500 bill, reports Punchng.

Omase, 20, was taken to the hospital around 6pm but the medical personnel refused to attend to him until around 9pm, when his employer showed up and paid the bill. He was riding a motorcycle along Arab Road, Kubwa, when another rider rammed into him, causing him to fall and sustain injuries.

The victim, who worked as a security guard in a residential building, lost two teeth and also sustained an injury on his upper lips, had bruises on his head, right upper arm and on both hands.

Secrets The Media Will Not Tell Us.

Media will never inform you??
Nestle company accepts that they add juice extracted from Beef in chocolate Kitkat.
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media never informed you
That in a case in Chennai high court Fair & Lovely company accepted that the cream contains the oil from Pig fats !!
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media never informed us that Vicks is banned in how many countries of Europe ! There it has been declared as slow poison ! But in our country we see it's advertising on TV whole day !!
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media never informed us that Life bouy is neither bath soap nor toilet soap ! But it's
a Cabolic soap used for bathing animals !
Europe uses Life bouy for Dogs ! And in our country millions of humans use it !!
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Benefits Of African Black Soap.

Is black soap worth all the hype?
Is black soap causing magiic?
On our skin, absolutely yes.
I repeat. Absolutely YES
Black soap is worth all the hype and attention. 

Ose Dudu, commonly called African Black Soap is ranked high on the ‘might cause magic’ list alongside Harry Potter and David Blaine for no other reason than it kicks some major clean ass.
While the recipe varies, ABS is handmade from the ashes of cocoa pods, shea tree bark and plaintain leaves and mixed with various soothing and healing oils such as shea butter, palm oil and coconut oil, creating its deliciously distinct aroma.  And don’t let it’s appearance fool you — although dark brown and crumbly in texture, this African-born skin miracle will become a staple in your cleansing routine.

MISCARRIAGE: 10 FOODS PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULDN’T EAT

Unknowingly, some expectant mothers have to eat some foods that are very toxic to their health. This can really affect the way the way the baby will come out. According to research, it has been gathered that eating of the following 10 foods below provided by 9jastreet can affect the baby.

Processed meat
The processed meat including sausage, pate, stuffed food… must be avoided during pregnancy. According to the latest research, eating too much processed meat can harm the fetus. In the worse situation, it can cause fetal poisoning or lead to miscarriage.

Pregnant women who crave this food should only eat a small amount of it and take notice of the temperature that the food is processed in for safety

Why 72 Nigerians Die Of Cancer Everyday.

I grew up in an environment where everything was at peace with man. It was an environment where nature respected man and man respected nature; an environment where drinking water from swamps, ponds and creeks never caused typhoid fever; a rustic countryside where farm work took the place of regular exercise. In such an environment, we ate organic food, planted with natural compost manure. Malaria was treated with herbs, wounds healed faster; there were limited cases of infections. On no occasion would you hear that any illness was terminal. I could not remember having any member of my community in the so called hospital for days, weeks, months let alone hearing that he/she died. The word cancer never existed, some would argue that it existed, but people did not know; that’s not rue; it never existed. Studies by Organic Consumers Association of the United States have shown that 80% of cancer related diseases are caused by environmental and food carcinogens (what we eat and what we breathe) poisoned food and polluted air!

5 ways To Improve Digestive Power Naturally.

Digestive disfunction is well the foremost common chronic complaint I encounter operating as a nutritionary expert. As a follow-up to my in-depth series Digestion one zero one, I wished to supply 5, straightforward unjust steps that you just will take at once to instantly begin the advance of your digestion.
5 ways to improve digestion power naturally
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Digestive disfunction will have several faces – gas, bloating, abdomen aches, upset stomach – we’ve all been there. Yes, there square measure many quick-fix, short term “bandaid” approaches to managing the symptoms, I see such a large amount of folks that usually pop antacids, take anti-gas, diarrhea or constipation meds simply to urge through the day. Sadly this solely manages the symptoms of a bigger downside and more usually than not the basis reason behind the disfunction is left untreated and therefore the issues still persist.

Rather than sound pills or troublesome, unnatural approaches, here square measure five straightforward, meal-time tips to boost your digestion, naturally

The Secrets You Don't Know About Being Someone's Guarantor.

Becoming someone’s guarantor should not be taken lightly; it is far riskier than simply giving a character reference, according to http://www.yourmoney.com.

*Try to limit your liability: Many guarantees cover all of a borrower’s obligations to a lender (these are called “All Obligations” guarantees). This means that if you agree to guarantee someone’s car loan, you could be unwittingly guaranteeing their mortgage, other personal loans and credit card debt as well. You can ask that the guarantee agreement limits the amount you guarantee (i.e. “limited guarantee”).

Uknown Reasons Why The States In Nigeria Cannot Pay Salaries.

BudgIT, a data-simplifying civic organisation has said 33, out of the 36 states of the Federation, are unable to fulfill recurrent obligations.

In 2015, BudgIT said only 19 states were in that situation.

Before President Muhammad Buhari’s administration officially declared Nigeria in a recession, few months ago,  17 states were reportedly able to meet up with recurrent needs, but, according to BudgIT’s report, only three states can now meet recurrent obligations.

A report released by the organisation titled ‘State of States’ showed that only Lagos, Rivers and Enugu are the states that can fulfill obligations to its workers.

Akwa Ibom reportedly placed last on the table of ability to meet monthly recurrent expenditure commitments followed by Bayelsa, Oyo and Osun, said BudgIT.

Secrets They Never Disclose To You About Bonds.

Keeping funds in bonds is a profitable way of investing you money. However, before you invest in bonds, it is advisable to consider some of these facts that will guide your decision, according to http://www.finra.org:

Don’t reach for yield. The single biggest mistake bond investors make is reaching for yield after interest rates have declined. Don’t be tempted by higher yields offered by bonds with lower credit qualities, or focus only on gains that resulted during the prior period. Yield is one of many factors an investor should consider when buying a bond. And never forget: With higher yield comes higher risk.

Define your objectives. Is your investment objective to have enough money for your child’s college education? Is your goal to live comfortably in retirement? If so, how comfortably? You probably have multiple goals. Lay them all out and be as precise as you can. Remember: If you don’t know where you are going, you will never arrive.

Assess your risk profile. Different bonds and bond funds, like stocks and stock funds, carry different risk profiles. Always know the risks before you invest. It is a good idea to write them down so they are all in plain sight.

Secrets your bank will Never Reveal To you

Banks often don’t tell customers what they should know. This is why the customers must research to know his or her rights. Here are some secrets you should know, according to www.advicesavings.com:

Know the protection or insurance on your payment card

If you’re using your ATM card for debit transactions, ask your bank what kind of protection it offers if the card is stolen or lost. Thousands of naira could be pulled from your current account and, in many cases, you won’t be nearly as protected as you will be with a stolen credit card.

Naira loses 85% of value in two years – CBN

The Central Bank of Nigeria says the naira has lost about 85 per cent of its value in the last two years and there is a need for risks managers in banks to be on top of their job because of the risks facing the banking sector.

The Director, Banking and Payment System, CBN, Mrs. Tokunbo Martins, said this in a presentation at a round-table discussion organised by the Risk Managers Association of Nigeria in Lagos on Friday.

She said the Nigerian economy, including the banking sector, was facing various kinds of risks occasioned by the challenges of high inflation, naira depreciation, oil price crash and decline in manufacturing output.

As a result, the CBN director urged risk managers to rise to the task of maintaining robust risk management practice in the banking sector.

How rich or poor you are may determine your health

A group of researchers have shown that your social status — that is, how rich or poor you are — will also determine how healthy you’re likely to be

The scientists, led by an Assistant Professor of Evolutionary Anthropology and Biology at Duke University, Jenny Tung, warn that the difference in life expectancy between the rich and the poor is estimated to be 14.6 years.

In other words, the richer you are, the more likely you are to live long.

The group of scientists who carried out the research at the Yerkes National Primate Research Centre of Emory University, United States of America, conclude that poverty has the tendency to destroy or alter a person’s immune system.

The immune system is made up of a network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to protect the body.

Sick And Tired Of MAKING YOUR BOSS RICH?

The best way to set up and expand a business is to do proper planning for the business.

‘A well planned business stands the test of time and opens door for opportunities’

 Do you need a well written business plan with good product analysis, competition analysis and financial analysis to develop your business, grow your business, access fund and loan from microfinance banks, Bank of Industry (BOI), Bank of Agriculture (BOA) and other financial institutions to set up or expand your business?

Do you also need customized or readymade Business plan to benefit from Government Empowerment Programs?

Stowaway found dead on Arik Air plane

The lifeless body of a stowaway was on Wednesday found in the main wheel well of one of Arik Air’s A330-200 aircraft at the Oliver Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg.

A statement by its Communications Manager, Mr. Ola Adebanji, said that the aircraft operated the scheduled Lagos-Johannesburg flight that departed the Murtala Muhammed International Airport at 3:55pm on Tuesday and arrived in Johannesburg shortly before 11pm.

It said engineers of South African Airways Technical facility at the Oliver Tambo International Airport, where the aircraft was scheduled for a routine maintenance check, discovered the body of the stowaway during the inspection phase.

Why Nollywood stars run into poverty – Queen Nwokoye

Popular Nollywood actress, Queen Nwokoye, has explained why most of her colleagues run into poverty.

She blamed it on false lifestyle and trying to live up to people’s expectations as celebrities.

The ‘Chetanna’ thespian, in a chat with BroadwayAfrica TV, said, “Some people think we get paid 10 million for acting; so a lot of times, actors want to live up to false expectations from their fans and that is how they get into trouble.

“As far as I am concerned, if you are paid in Nigeria and you want a Gucci bag and you convert your Naira to dollars to go and buy it because Kim Kardashian is carrying it, it doesn’t make sense because she earns dollars.

“So for me it is not about being extravagant, everybody loves the good things of life but you have to draw a balance. It is about not truly making that huge amount that actors and actresses make.

“Nahhh, I don’t think it is because they are being extravagant, how many people are to begin with? The truth of the matter is a lot of people are known faces but they are not actually making the type of money people think they make.

Buhari’s daughter’s wedding put on hold over N47m wedding gifts

The wedding ceremony between Zahra, daughter of Nigeria’s president Muhammadu Buhari and the son of Maiduguri billionaire businessman, Mohammed Indimi, which is scheduled for December 4, 2016, has been put on hold indefinitely, sources close to the first family said.

Speaking on the postponed wedding, the sources said the wedding was put on hold following insistence of President Muhammadu Buhari that he was not comfortable with the attention his daughter’s wedding was receiving in the media, particularly with news of customised wedding boxes as gifts to Zahra, costing a whopping N44m.

Sources said introduction ceremony between both families had earlier held at the Aso Villa, Abuja on Friday, November 18, but the wedding programme itself scheduled between Wednesday 30th November and Sunday 4th December, 2016, is supposed to be a low-key celebration as the President desires it to be a simple and an intimate ceremony to be attended by only close family and friends.

Senate orders NCC to halt planned increase in price of data

The Senate on Wednesday ordered the Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, to immediately stop the implementation of its directive for mobile data tariff to be increased.

The Upper Chamber maintained that all stakeholders must be consulted before such hike could take effect.

Recall that the NCC had announced its directive for telecoms operators to increase the cost of data tariff plan from tomorrow, December 1