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The Federal Capital Territory Administration has proposed N1.5bn for the design and construction of new residences for the principal officers of the National Assembly in 2014, The amount is contained in the ministry's 2014 budget proposal which also shows that despite Federal Government's promise of stable power supply, the Presidency, ministries, departments and agencies of the government planned to spend N836.6m on the fuelling of their generators . The budget proposal also revealed that the government had failed to address the concern of the Chief Justice of Nigeria , Justice Mariam Mukhtar, on the financing of the judiciary as the budgetary allocation to the sector for 2014 is lower than that of 2013. When completed, the residences of the National Assembly's principal officers will be occupied by the Senate President, David Mark; his deputy, Ike Ekweremadu; House of Representatives Speaker, Aminu Tambuwal, and the Deputy Speaker, Emeka Ihedioha...

Nigeria's most premium awards show, The Headies was held last night at the Oriental Hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos. The event was hosted by Dr Sid & Tiwa Savage. This year's nomination had the tightest competition with a selection of some of the hottest names in the Nigerian music scene. Olamide emerged the biggest winner of the night with three awards. Fast rising Afro pop artiste, Sean Tizzle also won the Next rated awards and a Hyundai Tucson SUV. Davido also bagged the Hip Hop World Revelation of the year award and Best R&B/Pop Album. The Hall of Fame award went to legendary Fuji musician, King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal who later closed the show with a five-star performance. Here is the Full List of Winners Best R&B Single Good Good Loving – Banky W Best Rap Single Man of the Year – Phyno Best Street-Hop Artiste Durosoke – Olamide Best Recording Of The Year This Year - Jaywon Best Collabo Ghost Mode – Phyno FT Olamide Best Rap Album YBNL – Olamide Hip Hop World Reve...

Former Super Eagles' defencer, Taribo West has lost his mother. Wakaji Batubo West who passed away on Monday at the former AC Milan defender's home in Lagos, South-West Nigeria was aged 90. Taribo, who is the presiding pastor of Shelter in the Storm Ministries spoke to Brila fm on the unforgettable memories of his late mother: "She was a very disciplined woman, loving and I personally would miss her". Taribo who is the 8th of 9 children noted that the family would celebrate the good memory of Wakaji Batubo in Lagos and further burial rites would be announced by the family when they meet in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, South-South Nigeria.

Vice President Namadi Sambo on Thursday described former FCT Minister Nasir El-Rufai's allegation that he was barred from speaking at late Governor Patrick Yakowa's one year anniversary lecture as the "cacophony of an accidental politician and public servant." The former FCT minister had accused the Vice President of barring him from praising the late Kaduna State governor. However, speaking through his Senior Special Assistant on Media and publicity, Umar Sani, the Vice President urged President Goodluck Jonathan "to disregard the comments of El-Rufai as it was done in bad faith" adding that it was the usual "publicity stunt to attract attention to a non-issue to score cheap political points." He noted that it was unusual for his name to have been on the list of those invited by the family to speak and not be called, as all those whose names were on the list, were called upon to speak"We believe that this is the cacophony and the ranting of ...

According to the report reaching us from Minna, Niger State capital, the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, has called off its 5-month strike. The decision to suspend the strike was made after a marathon meeting held at the Federal University of Technology (FUT), Minna, Niger State on Monday. After a protracted debate, the Federal Government and ASUU reached a compromise during a negotiation brokered by the President of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Abdulwaheed Omar few days ago. No official comments have been received by the moment.

Speaking during the inauguration of the Subsidy Reinvestment and Empowerment Programme Maternal and Child Health known as MAMA Project, Patience Jonathan explained why she now wants to be addressed as Mama Peace. The First Lady said: "My name is no more Patience but now Mama Peace because I believe that without peace, there will be no more women, no more children and no more health sector. Without peace, the international community will be afraid to come and invest in our country. Peace is from the heart and not from the tongue or lips; not what you say but what is in you. We pray for genuine peace because peace is the key to our arriving at our desired destination as a nation. "We are approaching the new year which is a year of peace, progress and so many good things to come. 2014 is going to be a year of no militancy and no Boko Haram because God will shower peace and make us take a U-turn from disaster."

Amaechi Speaking at a tribute event for Nelson Mandela in Lagos on Friday, Rivers State governor Rotimi Amaechi said the reason political office holders steal is because citizens let them. "Even the musicians, you're singing about us, the leaders? If you see a thief and you allow him to be stealing, what do you do? You have stoned nobody that's why we are stealing. Who have you stoned? We came out and you started dancing, the oil subsidy, we told you they stole N2.3trillion, what did you do? Instead you're protesting. The oil subsidy that is not reaching the poor, few individuals are going away with the money, you have done nothing, you are mourning Madiba, 95 years. It's good to steal if you can't fight back. You have heard about $50billion, nobody is talking, we are debating whether can he talk to the president like that. In some countries people will be on the street, until they return that money. $50billion is N8trillion, it will change Nigeria. Me I want ...

Could you be pregnant? Your first hint might be pregnancy symptoms that show up around the time you expect your period. If you don't feel anything right away, keep waiting. Seven out of ten women have pregnancy symptoms by two weeks after their missed period. Here are the top ten signs to watch for. 10: Food aversions. Certain aromas may trigger your gag reflex. The mere scent of a sandwich or the aroma of your morning cup of coffee may be enough to curb your appetite. 9: Mood swings. You might feel heightened emotions, both good and bad, or you might just feel more depressed or anxious than usual. Pregnancy causes hormonal shifts that affect the neurotransmitter levels in your brain. If you've been feeling really down or thinking of harming yourself, call your healthcare provider right away 8: Abdominal bloating. Your clothes may feel more snug than usual at the waistline – not because your uterus is already expanding, but because hormonal changes can make you bloated. 7: Freq...

Reminiscent of the July 9 fracas on the floor of Rivers State House of Assembly, Port Harcourt, the dissident 6 lawmakers opposed to Governor Rotimi Amaechi with the barking of powerful forces in Abuja are set to sit to begin impeachment proceedings against governor. It was learnt last night that the impeachment was not targeted at only Amaechi, who is the Chairman of the Nigeria Governors' Forum (NGF), his deputy, Tele Ikuru, is also to be removed. The sitting will be presided over by a crony of First Lady Patience Jonathan and the self-acclaimed Speaker of the Rivers Assembly, Evans Bipi, who represents Ogu/Bolo Constituency, and according to investigation, he will be made the acting governor, after removing Amaechi and and his deputy. This is crazy! The anti-Amaechi lawmakers, to be backed by policemen and the Armed Forces, will first declare vacant the seats of the 25 legislators loyal to the NGF chairman and to be accused of defecting to the opposition party, the All Progressi...

He is back in the news. The fast rising singer just bought himself a Chevrolet Camaro RS 2013 model. Congrats to him.

He is back in the news. The fast rising singer just bought himself a Chevrolet Camaro RS 2013 model. Congrats to him.

This shocking event toolk place in Kenya. The man named John claims he abused his wife because she would cheat on him on several occasions; an accusation Janet denied saying it was him who brokethe marriagewith his infidelity. The victim of the domestic violence, Janet Mwihaki, a citizen of Kenya met her fate aftergiving birthto their third son in 2005. Janet and John got married in 1999 and bore him a son the next year. In 2002, she gave birth to their second and in 2005, their third. Then the side of her husband she didn't know existed began to emerge. After a year of separation, Janet came back to work in Nairobi as a trader. John burnt his wife's hands and entire body, disfiguring her body. The police advised her to report him to the authorities if she ever saw him again. John was given a ten-year jail term, which ends in three years. According to prison guards, John today is a changed man and because of his good conduct, he might be released early. Domestic violence still...

A crusade to shut down beer parlours, reduce crime and depopulate the kingdom of darkness in Ogba area of Lagos, western Nigeria, is underway, Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries, MFM, said at a press conference on Sunday. "We want to close down beer parlours in Ogba environment. We want to convert beer parlours into our praying centres," said Pastor Aderemi Oseni, the Regional Overseer of MFM Region 32 Ogba, Lagos, who addressed journalists in his church. "At the end of this crusade, the kingdom of Satan would have been completely depopulated," he said, adding that the crusade will take place between 19 and 21 December at MFM Regional Headquarters at 9, Ajayi Road, Ogba. Sensitization campaigns have already begun and a march around Ogba area took place on Sunday. Oseni said crime had skyrocketed in Nigeria and MFM was ready to assist the government in reducing it in Ogba area. "We are worried about the extent of crime going on in Nigeria presently and we ...

Popular Fuji musician Wasiu Alabi Odetola is set to marry Yoruba actress Ronke Odusanya, a.k.a Flakky Ididowo. In a recent interview the Fuji artiste left little space for doubting it. "Well I am in a serious relationship with Ronke Odusanya a.k.a Flaky Ididowo. If things work according to plan we might get married soon. Though everything is in God's hands but I can assure you that we are in a serious relationship." Speaking further about his daughter and why he is still single, Pasuma said the following: "I had my first child when I was 23 and by the time she was born, a lot of people thought I was not serious then. Thank God that she is 23 now while I am 46. The girl is now my friend and confidant. "I have been married once but it did not work. Mind you marriage is a life time contract, so I don't want to rush into it. But I can assure you I will definitely move into my new house with a wife soon, " the musician stated.

A Kenyan fan unable to cope with Manchester United's loss to Newcastle committed suicide over the weekend. Police in Nairobi confirmed the incident on Monday. John Macharia, 28, plunged to his death from a multi-storey apartment block in Nairobi after the Red Devils suffered a second home defeat in four days. Newcastle's first win at Old Trafford since February 1972 means the reigning champions are now 13 points adrift of league leaders Arsenal. "Macharia jumped from seventh floor of an apartment at Pipeline Estate after realising that his team Manchester United lost 1-0 to Newcastle at Old Trafford and committed suicide," said Nairobi's County Police Commander Benson Kibui. Macharia's death is reminiscent of the suicide by a Kenyan Arsenal fan in 2009. Suleiman Omondi, 29, was found hanging in his flat after the Gunners were trounced 3-1 by Manchester United in the second leg of a Champions League semi-final. Kibui urged football-obsessed Kenyan fans to suppo...

25 local and foreign famous songs have been reportedly banned by The Nigerian Broadcasting Commission (NBC) for containing obscene lyrics and visuals. Artistes'affected' include Davido, D'banj, Olamide, Timaya, Wizkid, Skuki,Olu Maintain, Phyno, Rihanna, Miley Cyrus, 2Chainz to mention a few. A circular has reportedly been issued to media houses to its effect. LIST OF BANNED SONGS (1) Ukwu – Timaya (2) Coupe DeCale – Minjin (3) Oluwa loni disco – Quest (4) Voom Va – Skuki (5) Ngelele Dance – Baby Rhymz (6) Birthday- 2chainz (7) Jack Sparrow – Rayce (8) Your Number – Ayo Jay (9) Caro – Wizkid (10) Wrecking ball – Miley Cyrus (11) Thirsty for you – Ash Hamman (12) Voice of the street -Olamide (13) Pour It Up – Rihanna (14) Kosere – LNC (15) Paper Remix – Sheyman (16) Nawti – Olu Maintain (17) Sunmomi – Shaydee, (18) Ice – Kelly Rowland (19) Sexy Ladies – Timaya (20) Stupid Love – Olamide (21) Tony Montana – D'banj (22) Ghost mode – Phyno (23) Gobe – Davido (24) Afefe – D...

Nollywood actor, Aremu Afolayan has finally tied the nuptial knots with his heartthrob. Friends and colleagues of the actor, who were in the know of the secret wedding took to several social networking sites to congratulate the newly wedded actor. Investigations also revealed that Aremu is few years younger than his newly wedded wife, whom many say comes from a wealthy home. Inside sources disclosed that Aremu relocated to Abuja from his Magodo, Lagos residence several months after the acquisition of his widely publicized Bentley car. The solemnization of the couple's union was reported to have taken place in Abuja, thus, leaving only close confidantes and family members to attend the close-knit nuptial. Meanwhile, close friends and colleagues of the actor have condemned the allegations that Aremu is younger than his wife, claiming love supersedes age differences if at all there is any. Aremu has been romantically linked with several older women in the past, one of which is Yetunde...

Nollywood actor, Aremu Afolayan has finally tied the nuptial knots with his heartthrob. Friends and colleagues of the actor, who were in the know of the secret wedding took to several social networking sites to congratulate the newly wedded actor. Investigations also revealed that Aremu is few years younger than his newly wedded wife, whom many say comes from a wealthy home. Inside sources disclosed that Aremu relocated to Abuja from his Magodo, Lagos residence several months after the acquisition of his widely publicized Bentley car. The solemnization of the couple's union was reported to have taken place in Abuja, thus, leaving only close confidantes and family members to attend the close-knit nuptial. Meanwhile, close friends and colleagues of the actor have condemned the allegations that Aremu is younger than his wife, claiming love supersedes age differences if at all there is any. Aremu has been romantically linked with several older women in the past, one of which is Yetunde...

Didier Drogba and Emmanuel Eboue face fines from the Turkish FA after displaying vests bearing tributes to Nelson Mandela. The two Ivory Coast internationals unveiled their personal messages after Galatasaray's game against Elazigspor on Friday, their first game after the death of South African icon Mandela. Chelsea legend Drogba peeled off his shirt at the 2-0 win to reveal a tribute which said: 'Thank you Madiba' and former Arsenal defender Eboue's vest said: 'Rest in Peace Nelson Mandela'. The Turkish FA (TFF) are planning to summon the Galatasaray pair to appear before the Professional Football Discipline Committee because they had not sought prior permission to display their messages. It is in contrast to England where games this weekend have been preceded by a minute of applause in celebration of Mandela's life and his role in ending apartheid in South Africa and transforming the international profile of Africa. Plans to discipline Drogba and Eboue are...

Two young Nigerians based in Manchester, United Kingdom have been punished by a Crown Court for their part in a Nigerian inspired internet banking scam which could have netted a phenomenal £19million after hacking the accounts of nearly 2,500 people. The Mail Online reported today that Aderoju Bammeke, 22, and his girlfriend Jessica Ogunyemi, 20, both of Manchester, were the UK 'platform' for a Nigerian 'phishing' scam that made £41,000 in just two months. The plot, alleged to be masterminded by a gang based in Nigeria, involved sending fake emails to customers of banks including Barclays and Halifax. According to The Mail report, the emails told recipients that their accounts had been hacked and asked them to complete a form with their log-in details. Banmeke: jailed for phising scam "But when victims obliged, Bammeke stepped in and helped the gang log in to steal money. "Fashion marketing student Ogunyemi, his girlfriend at the time, helped him laun...

Two young Nigerians based in Manchester, United Kingdom have been punished by a Crown Court for their part in a Nigerian inspired internet banking scam which could have netted a phenomenal £19million after hacking the accounts of nearly 2,500 people. The Mail Online reported today that Aderoju Bammeke, 22, and his girlfriend Jessica Ogunyemi, 20, both of Manchester, were the UK 'platform' for a Nigerian 'phishing' scam that made £41,000 in just two months. The plot, alleged to be masterminded by a gang based in Nigeria, involved sending fake emails to customers of banks including Barclays and Halifax. According to The Mail report, the emails told recipients that their accounts had been hacked and asked them to complete a form with their log-in details. Banmeke: jailed for phising scam "But when victims obliged, Bammeke stepped in and helped the gang log in to steal money. "Fashion marketing student Ogunyemi, his girlfriend at the time, helped him laun...

A bridenarrowly escaped death in anauto crashwhile on her way from herwedding. The accident involving a NNPC tanker with number plate XG 321 MKA, acargo truckand two saloon cars happened at about 4: 45pm on Saturday, close to the Otedola bridge, Alausa, on Lagos/Ibadan Expressway. Our reporter who witnessed the accident said the NNPC truck, while descending the slop from Alausa at top speed, could not hold its break. It then ran into the first car and squashed the second one against the cargo truck.The bride and her husband were said to have jumped out of their car. When our reporter got to the scene of the accident, the groom was no where in sight. The groom's elder sister who spoke to our repoter while cuddling her baby explained that they were just coming from thewedding receptionof the couple. She was seen kneeling down and thanking God for their escape but refused to givethe nameof the couple. punchng

Nelson Mandela, the revered statesman who emerged from prison after 27 years to lead South Africa out of decades of apartheid, has died, South African President Jacob Zuma announced late Thursday. Mandela was 95. "He is now resting. He is now at peace," Zuma said. "Our nation has lost its greatest son. Our people have lost a father." The world has lost a great man

This is how her story changed. The Edo state government have announced the appointment of Mrs. Joy Ifije, the widow molested by Governor Oshiomhole, as a Special Assistant (SA) to state Governor, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole on Environmental issues. Mrs Ifije, as in the picture, shows off her letter of appointment from the state government. Her appointment starts with immediate effect.

A man suspected to be Ayobami's kidnapper has contacted her family. He called her elder sister, whom Ayobami lived with yesterday to inform her that he knows her whereabout, but refused to speak further when he was questioned. Since then, nothing has been heard from him again. Her family members are now suspecting she was kidnapped. Ayobami returned to Nigeria January 2013, for her youth service after graduating from University of Marlyland, United States.

The Nigeria Airspace Management Agency has closed the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, to air traffic. It was learnt that this followed the blocade of the runway by a Saudi Airline cargo plane, which landed around 9pm on Wednesday but developed a minor problem after landing. NAMA subsequently issued a Notice To Airmen on Thursday morning, meaning that the airport had been closed to both incoming and outbound planes. As a result, thousands of passengers are stranded at different airports in the country, especially those who are Abuja-bound in Lagos, Port Harcourt, Uyo, Kaduna, Kano and Abuja among others. Officials are said to be battling to fix the grounded cargo plane and clear the runway.

He says: "I have read with anguish your recent outburst against Catholics. I understand where you are coming from. Life is complex and when we meet with what we don't understand, it is a lot easier to demonize it, castigate it and even reject it. I am sorry to tell you that none of these will make the Church go away. Darkness can only be dispelled by light, hatred by love, falsehood by truth. Since it is obvious that your are still in the dark about Catholic doctrines and way of life, I am inviting you to our religious class and I hope in humility you will submit yourself to this process of education so that you will not continue to grope in the darkness of your ignorance. In the past, the argument was that Catholics don't read Bible, but that argument has fizzled away when Catholics themselves have risen to the occasion to show that having been instrumental in the collection of the books into the unit we now call Bible, having been blessed with veritable tradition of grea...

This guys are in money. Mavin artist and MTN brand ambassador D'Prince just acquired a brand new Luxury 2013 Mercedes Benz E Class Coupe. The car is said to worth about N12million. A big Congrats to you bro, we go wash am ooo!.

Yaya Toure has won the 2013 BBC African Footballer of the Year award. The Ivory Coast and Manchester City midfielder, who had had been nominated in each of the past four years, beat Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Victor Moses, John Mikel Obi and Jonathan Pitroipa to this year's crown. The 30-year-old told BBC Sport: "I think I've been nominated for five years in a row and finally winning the award is amazing "I'm very happy as it is the fans who have given it to me - so I'm very appreciative" "It's a fantastic achievement because I don't think there has ever been as many quality African players in top level international football as there are now: Aubameyang, Pitroipa, Mikel, Moses, Salomon Kalou, Gervinho... we have fantastic players. "I also think African football is improving and that means a lot to us. And as an African, I'm very happy." The shortlist for the award was drawn up by 44 football experts across Africa, who based the...

A woman, identified simply as Mrs. Maxwell, has been arrested by the police for allegedly assaulting her daughter, Blessing, with a hot pressing iron. Blessing, a primary three student of the Lagos Model Nursery and Primary School, Ikeja GRA, was allegedly assaulted last Monday by her mother for licking the baby's food. A source within the school, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, said, "It was last Friday that we got the anonymous call. At the time, two of Blessing's younger siblings were in school, so we called them aside and asked after Blessing. "At first, they were both scared that they would get into trouble with their mother if they told the truth but they eventually opened up and said their mother had used a hot pressing iron on Blessing." The Head Teacher of the school, accompanied by some other employees of the school, was said to have visited Blessing at home. It was learnt that on arriving at the Maxwells' house, Blessing was seen sitting ...

A 22 year old boy, Michael Jaja a resident of Tema has abruptly ended his 'sweet life' after his 48-year old sugar mummy decided to call it quits. The young boy, who has been the old lady's 'pet boy' has enjoyed the luxury of receiving a Toyota Corolla as a gift and a fully paid trip to Dubai and China. He also lived in his sugar mummy's husband's house.All seemed well between the Boy and The Woman until the woman broke the news of the return of her husband from abroad prompting them to end the relationship. This obviously didn't go well with Michael who threatened the woman to kill himself if that happened and true to his words Jaja went ahead to kill himself. Sources told GhanaVibes.com the couple first fought over acid with droplets sprinkling on the woman's face. According to Jaja,he couldn't see himself going back to his old and poor lifestyle after all the luxury he had seen.

The corpse of the late Deji of Akure, Oba Adebiyi Adesida, the Afunbiowo (II) was today placed on the Monarch chair which was part of the tradition of the Akure Kingdom, a way of wishing the late traditional ruler farewell. Residents of Akure, the Ondo State Capital trooped to the palace to see the corpse of their late king who died at the early hours of Sunday in his palace after a slight headache. When DailyPost got to the paramount ruler's palace, the place was filled with crowd. The palace Chiefs were busy paying homage to the late Deji as if he was alive. One of the Deji in Council who spoke with our correspondent said placing Deji on his seat was part of the tradition that must carried out in honour of the deceased Monarch. The burial date for the late king is yet to be announced, but sources have revealed that he may be buried tomorrow.

Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo on Monday donated two million naira to a widow he insulted while on an inspection tour of the state. The widow, Mrs Joy Ifije, who was invited to the Edo Government House by the governor, was also offered automatic employment by Oshiomhole. Oshiomhole had invited the widow to personally apologise to her over his uncomplimentary remark that had generated controversies in the conventional and social media in the last few weeks. '' Let me apologise to you for the way I spoke to you, I am very sorry about the statement. "I have also realised that even in anger, one could still achieve the same result that he set out to without provocative outburst. '' I apologise from the bottom of my heart, but sometimes you get angry when people compromise your efforts.'' He said that government was trying to change the face of the state capital by doing its best to make the city beautiful. The governor said that it was frustrating and bad ...

A graphic artist with the National Mirror Newspaper, Ezingbe Daniel, died from electrocution at his house in the Igando area of Lagos State after he attempted to switch on his generating set on Thursday. A colleague of the deceased's, who requested anonymity, said Daniel was electrocuted on the spot. The apartment of the deceased Ezingbe Daniel "This is a big loss and we are yet to come to terms with his death. From what we gathered from his family, he was having issues with the electricity in his house because his landlord cut him off power supply to his apartment for more than three months and he has been relying on his generator for power but he was not aware that his landlord had restored his electricity. "At first, it was his daughter that went to put on the generator and the generator almost electrocuted her. She later called her father that the generator was charged and when she tried to switch it on, the generator shocked her. That was how her father (Mr. Ezingbe)...

A member of the House of Representatives, APC-Ekiti Central Federal Constituency, Opeyemi Bamidele, on Sunday renounced his membership of the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) in the state. Bamidele, a governorship aspirant, explained that he decided to quit the APC and join the Labour Party in order to realise his ambition. He spoke at a news conference in Emure-Ekiti, shortly after visiting the home of his late associate, Foluso Ogundare, who was killed last month by unknown gunmen Bamidele, a former Commissioner for Information and Strategy in Lagos State, said that his resolve and that of his supporters to leave the APC was borne out of the lack of internal democracy in the party. "I and my supporters are quitting the ranks of political desperadoes to embrace a new political order that will take Ekiti to new heights. "Let it be known that as I am quitting their party today, I am also giving them quit notice in Government House; I am also giving quit notice to poverty ...