100 Boko Haram members declared wanted by Army

100 members of Boko Haram insurgent group, have been declared wanted for arrests and prosecution by the military. Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai on Wednesday, enjoined members of the public to provide useful information to the military and other security agencies on the hideouts and locations of the suspects in the North East. 

Buratai stated this at the launch of Anti-Boko Haram Terrorists Campaign Materials at the Maimalari Cantonment Youth Centre, Maiduguri.

“The fight against Boko Haram insurgency was a collective responsibility of all, including the media.”

“These photographs of terrorists’ suspects are to be identified with their numbers attached to each of the 100 photos, while members of the general public could send in more information on the locations or whereabouts of these Boko Haram sect members that appeared in these special photo identifications.”

“Each of the suspects must have either participated or involved in the ongoing war in the theatre operations of Lafiya Dole.

“If any member of the general public identifies the location and whereabouts of these suspects, please contact these three telephone numbers in this launched anti-terrorism campaign materials in Maiduguri.”

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Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi dethrones Ciroman Kano

The eldest son of the former Emir, Lamido Bayero, has been removed as the Ciroman Kano, by the Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II. A couple of weeks ago, it was reported that the Ciroman Kano had been disloyal to the Emir by abandoning his duties in the Kano Emirate. 

A warning letter was reportedly sent to him regarding his behaviour, but apparently, little changed.

The younger brother of the Ciroman Kano, Nasiru Bayero, was on Wednesday, announced as his replacement.

A statement signed by the Galadiman Kano, Abbas Sanusi, communicated the sack of the former Ciroman Kano, Lamido Bayero.

The former Ciroman Kano is believed to be aggrieved over his loss of Kano rulership to the incumbent Emir.

Lamido Bayero and Muhammadu Sanusi II vied for the throne of Emir of Kano following the passing of the latter’s father.

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PDP Senators allegedly threaten Saraki over Amaechi’s confirmation

Peoples Democratic Party Senators have resolved the block the ministerial confirmation of two nominees, Rotimi Amaechi and Pastor Usani Uguru. The PDP Senate caucus held a private meeting immediately after the end of plenary session on Wednesday, to determine their course of action. 

During the meeting, the PDP Senators agreed to scuttle the confirmation of the former governor of Rivers state, and Uguru. The senators have insisted on not allowing Amaechi get confirmed for ministerial appointment, unless the report of the Senate Committee on Ethics and Privileges on the petitions filed against him, is submitted for consideration. 

It is believed that the PDP Senators are still displeased over the role Amaechi played in the defeat of the opposition party in the last general election. Also, the PDP senators are smarting over the unfavourable election tribunal judgments in Rivers and Akwa Ibom states, and Amaechi, seems to be the perfect scapegoat for them. 

As for Uguru, his crime before the PDP Senators, was his shouting of ‘God forbid’, when asked if he had anything to do with the PDP. It is however, expected that Senate President, Bukola Saraki will intercede on behalf of Amaechi and Uguru. 

But the PDP senators have reportedly threatened to withdraw their support for Saraki, if he forces the confirmation of Amaechi and Uguru, to sail through.

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Ghanaian actor, Sam Sarpong commits suicide in California

Sam Sarpong jumps off a bridge in California |

Sam Sarpong, a Ghanaian actor, has committed suicide in Pasadena, Southern California. The British-born actor was reported to have jumped from a bridge on Monday afternoon, and he died upon impact with the ground. 

According to Pasadena police, Sarpong jumped from the Colorado Street Bridge, after seven hours of being convinced against killing himself. Sarpong’s suicide is being investigated by the Los Angeles County coroner’s office, as a possible suicide. 

The late actor featured in popular TV shows, which include: “Bones”, “Boston Public” and “Yo Momma.” 

Sarpong was the first black male model to do a Louis Vuitton editorial campaign.

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Jonathan’s home town, Otuoke, cut off by flood

The access road to the hometown of former President, Goodluck Jonathan has been cut-off by flood |

The home town of former President Goodluck Jonathan, Otuoke, in Ogbia LGA of Bayelsa, has been cut off by heavy flooding.

The most plied road to Otuoke in Ogbia town, is completely submerged with water, from rain-induced flooding. Regular vehicles and motorcycles have found it impossible to ply the road, as only heavy duty haulage trucks could manage to pass through the flooded road.

 

Vanguard reports that the road which links Azikoro-Agbura-Onuebum-Otuoke is the shortest route to Ogbia town. The reports further states that motorists are now compelled to go through the Elebele-Emeyal flank, to access Jonathan’s town.

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Nnamdi Kanu’s Biafra group disowned, ‘condemned’ by ‘Citizens of Enugu’

The violent agitation of the Nnamdi Kanu-led Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has been condemned by a pressure group, Concerned Citizens of Enugu State.

The Concerned Citizens of Enugu State (CCES), has criticised the activities of IPOB over the detention of Kanu, the Director of Radio Biafra.

Kanu was arrested two weeks ago, by the Department of State Security, at the Lagos Airport hotel. The CCES described the recent violent protest in Enugu by the group, as illegal, unacceptable, anti-democratic.

Leader of the Concerned Citizens of Enugu State, Jeremiah Udeh released a statement to this effect on Wednesday.

“We, the Concerned Citizens of Enugu State,CCES, condemn in its entirety the unlawful approach of violent protests adopted by the so-called IPOB in promoting its course.

We do not and will not encourage any unlawful act that will be inimical to the peace and unity of the country and the tireless efforts of the present administration in Enugu State to advance development in the state.”

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100-year-old mother of Sylva’s running mate abducted in Bayelsa

100-year-old mother of Timipre Sylva's running mate abducted

The mother of the running-mate of Timipre Sylva, has been abducted in Bayelsa state.

100-year-old Madam Ebifeghe Dikoro, is the mother of Chief Wilberforce Igiri.

Sylva and Igiri are flying the flag of the All Progressives Congress candidate in the Bayelsa governorship election.

Further details will be added to this developing story, when we know more…

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Comedians create awesome experiences in Lagos traffic courtesy Malta Guinness

It was fun all the way as   commuters on the Malta Guinness Goodness Ride were pleasantly surprised and entertained while on the goodness ride  because some comedians showed up to add Magic to an already awesome Morning for these very happy commuters.

Malta Guinness is giving out free BRT tickets on the Goodness ride!!

• Now, this is not so much about reducing the traffic but more around the attitude we have when taking on the traffic or any other daily challenge for that matter.
• That’s where Malta Guinness comes in. Malta Guinness has been fuelling Nigerians for 25 years as they take on life’s everyday challenges and the Lagos Traffic is one big challenge which Malta Guinness has decided to stand up to today. Malta Guinness today is putting  smiles on thousands of commuters’ faces, laying on scores of additional BRT buses called Goodness Rides on the road,  to help commuters to work and with a smile on their faces.
• In an attempt to help relieve your You vs. the Traffic moments, Malta Guinness provided additional buses on your regular routes all around the country to ease ensure you get to your destinations happy energised and in a positive frame of mind .
• Malta Guinness’s new TV commercial Ad: ‘You Vs…’, launched on the 23^rd October, features a modern day, Burna Boy version of the 80s classic hit, Pump Up The Jam, and it is purposely designed to excite all Nigerians who take on their day with a smile as they tackle lifes’ everyday challenges, inspiring everyone to take adopt the can-do spirit.
• I think Malta Guinness is making a point here about being positive minded everyday and taking on those daily challenges with the right attitude.
• Have a look at some Interesting Pictures shared by commuters……

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This is Boko Haram’s rocket-making factory (PHOTOS)

Boko Haram's rocket making factory

Islamic terrorist sect, Boko Haram, has released pictures of its rocket-making factory, in an unidentified location.

The ISIS affiliated Boko Haram, on Wednesday, released the photos showing the process of producing rockets for its insurgency. The photos were shared on the Twitter page of Terror Monitor, an organisation that monitors the activities of terrorist groups globally.

See photos below:

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