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Here are some photos from the All Progressives Congress (APC) congress march taking place at INEC HQ, Abuja. The APC say s the protest to INEC headquarters is to register its disapproval of the Commission’s string of failures in conducting recent elections, including the ‘inconclusive’ Anambra Governorship poll. They are  demanding the cancellation of Anambra gubernatorial poll. 

The leader of the Niger Delta People’s Volunteer Force, Alhaji Mujahid Dokubo-Asari, who was   arrested  yesterday in Cotonou, Benin Republic has been released. Mr.  Dokubo was released after President Goodluck Jonathan personally intervened on his behalf with the Beninoise President Yayi Boni. Festus Keyamo, a civil rights activist and personal attorney to Mr. Dokubo confirmed his release to Saharareporters. Dokubo, who once bragged openly that his arrest will lead to the demise of Nigeria spent 36 hours with the Beninoise gendarmes before his release around 1 AM Nigerian time today. President Jonathan reportedly deployed a jet to ferry Mr. Asari to Abuja a few hours after his release. Source: Sahara Reporters.

CBN Governor, Lamido Sanusi The Central Bank of Nigeria has said it will  start printing the naira in paper notes in 2014. It signed a deal in 2006 with Australia’s Securency International to print lower more-circulated units of the naira in polymer, while higher denominations were kept in paper form. But six years after and following allegations that the manufacturer had bribed foreign officials to secure contracts, including in Nigeria, the CBN said it was being forced to reverse the policy.

The  alleged assassination attempt on Nigeria’s embattled Minister of Aviation, Stella Oduah, is a manufactured lie meant to divert attention from the corruption scandal involving her, Nigerians said on Tuesday. The minister had, on Monday evening, reported to the police that her car came under gunfire by unknown persons at Maitama area of Abuja on Friday at 10.30 p.m. But Nigerians, who spoke on the alleged assassination attempt doubted the story, describing it as “cooked up” and an attempt to divert attention from the scandal involving her in the purchase of two BMW cars at the hefty sum of N255 million.

Abiodun Ogunjobi, otherwise known as  Godogodo,  the dreaded one-eyed robbery czar who terrorized Lagos and other South-West states, killing no less than 50 policemen while raiding several  banks, businesses and homes, for over 14 years  has revealed that he almost quit robbery in 2011. Godogodo made this disclosure during an interview with  Vanguard  at the state Police Command headquarters, Ikeja, where he is currently being detained following his arrest by operatives of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad, SARS, led by SP Abba Kyari, on August He told  Vanguard  that he had planned to quit robbery after building two houses and setting up 50 fishponds, valued at about N16 million, in Ikorodu area of Lagos. Godogodo added that he also travelled to Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates, to buy clothes whose sales would keep him busy when he is not on his fish farm.

Seven PDP governors who have been at political loggerheads with the leadership of Nigeria’s ruling party and President Goodluck Jonathan today finally dumped the party and joined the opposition All Progressives Congress, APC. The announcement was made today at the Kano State Governor’s Lodge in Asokoro Abuja, the Nigerian capital, at a ceremony attended by all the seven governors and leaders of the APC.

·           Rivers crisis: Court reinstates Obio/Akpor LG boss amid tension in                     P/Harcourt ·           Hijab: School principal, teachers beaten to a pulp in Osun ·           Baraje’s group cries out against Tukur’s offensive •Asks OBJ, IBB to stop          him ·           YouWIN programme generated 27,000 new jobs —Jonathan

The Punch: • ASUU ends meeting, to brief FG on outcome • We won’t take part in Anambra sup plementary election — Nwoye, Ubah, Ngige • Jonathan returns today, says alcohol not cause of illness • Jonathan, rebel govs’ talks face another deadlock • Anambra election: Presidency rejects calls for Jega’s removal • PDP vows to win Lagos in 2015 • Rivers refutes FG’s position on federation account • Anambra, a prelude to severe political crisis – Nyako • Police seek assistance from Sweden • Aliyu threatens to name 400 northern traitors

We have come a really long way in considering what kind of relationships we should offer to our loved ones. Indeed it’s like a ‘world without end’ because you cannot possibly touch on all angles of need in one go. Apart from the basic fact that people are different and yearn for specific attention; society, socialisation, education, globalisation and other factors have also come a long way to condition and influence the expectations of people over time. Thus a man who grew up in a traditional home where the father is the head only and ignores domestic chores  may exude a different character after much interaction with other men who feel the home belong to both man and woman and should be handled that way. Men who participate fully in home affairs are not only respected by their wives but the children also admire their involvement in their daily lives. Providing money is good and as a matter of fact, everyone needs financial provision to sustain the family but the joy of ...

  Sexy songstress Tiwa Savage will tomorrow, 23 November, take a big step into matrimony as she will get married to her hearthrob, Tunji ‘Tee Bliz’ Balogun. The much-publicised traditional wedding will be holding at the Arc Event Centre, Lekki, Lagos, the same venue that hosted top dignitaries that came for Peter Okoye (half of PSquare) and Lola Omotayo’s wedding.

According to BBC  Private jet operators have announced the suspension of their services because of the high luxury tax imposed on them by the Aviation Ministry. They are to pay $4,000 per departure.

Following the success of his ‘Omo Lepa’ single which featured Olamide, Danny Young decided to jump on Khona instrumentals which he titled Kunle Ole. He just released a video of the cover song, starring Nollywood actor, Gabriel Afolayan as Kunle. Video directed by Definition Films for Beatkilla Records/Cashout Warehouse Promotions UK. Enjoy...

Lol, this traffic warder is a stunt man...

Punch • Jonathan meets rebel govs on Sunday • Reps move to allow public officers operate foreign accounts • Anambra governorship election tears PDP apart • Killer convoy: Victim’s family tackles Kwara gov’s wife • SSS parades varsity lecturer, four others for terrorism • Budget row: Jonathan initiates peace moves with N’Assembly • Special Forces raid B’Haram hideout, kill 20 • ‘Ogun paying compensation for demolished buildings’ • Gunmen abduct commissioner’s dad, industrialist in Bayelsa, Osun • EFCC grills Gbenga Daniel again

•Skaters on the highway in Lagos. PHOTO: Ayodele Efunla Governor Babatunde Fashola of Lagos State has vowed to arrest and prosecute Mr. Michael Ekundayo, an official of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, caught on video collecting N8,000 bribe from a motorist and is now on the run. The governor also banned children and others from skating on the highways, saying that anyone caught violating the order would be arrested and prosecuted according to the dictates of the law.

Sean Tizzle  dros his 5th single ‘ Kilogbe ‘ . Enjoy… DOWNLOAD

Omg, it seemed so. Watch the  video  and see. Very hilarious, he is a good dancer.

Punch • Baraje, Oyinlola, others sue PDP, INEC over suspension • Anambra: INEC to decide date of supplementary poll tomorrow • Eight killed, 11 injured in Lagos truck accident • CBN may further reduce money supply in 2014 • Jonathan under attack for budget presentation delay • Oduahgate: Jonathan under pressure to save embattled minister • ‘Nigeria spends N1.6tn on wheat, sugar importation yearly’ • NDA modifies training to meet challenges –Commandant • JTF kills two B’Haram suspects in Kano

A herbalist, Ifatade Elegbeleye has been arrested and charged before an Ojokoro Magistrates’ Court, Lagos, western Nigeria for allegedly defrauding a woman seeking husband. He allegedly swindled her of N2m and raped her at his shrine. The 31-year old businesswoman, Temidayo Akinwale, who is now pregnant, suffered the fate when she contacted the herbalist to deliver her from strange spirits that prevented her from getting a husband.

A Nigerian High Court in Ikeja, capital of Lagos state on Monday sentenced an estate agent, Michael Olabameji, to 15 years imprisonment for defrauding 100 accommodation seekers of N29.8 million. Justice Adeniyi Onigbanjo convicted Olabameji, 42, of the 99-count charge of obtaining money by false pretence preferred against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Onigbanjo sentenced the convict to 15 years imprisonment on each count, which is to run concurrently beginning from Feb.1, 2010, when he was remanded in prison.

World champions Golden Eaglets are in line for plots of land in Nigeria’s capital city of Abuja, officials said. “We have filled forms for plots of land in Abuja,” coach Manu Garba said “All the players and officials filled these forms.”

Punch • FIRS quizzes Jimoh Ibrahim over tax liabilities • EFCC to charge Lamido’s sons with fraud • APC, PDP trade words on controversial election • INEC to Ngige, others: Only courts can cancel entire election • One killed, seven injured in expressway accident • Lagos cholera outbreak caused by contaminated salad –FG • FG can’t negotiate lecturers’ salary without wages commission – Senate • Resident doctors’ strike will end next week –UCH • Nigeria lost N2.29tn to 2012 flooding – NEMA

  Divas Dynasty invites you to the second edition of her "Let's Stand Tall" program.  Date 26th November, 2013.  Venue: Terra Kulture: Plot 1376 Tiamiyu Salvage Str., Victoria Island Lagos.  Time: 10am.  Call: 08035181897 for more info, sponsorship and partnership.  

Source: PM News   There are so many publications on relationship now than it has ever happened in history. In almost every magazine, book, etc. you’ll be sure to come across something that touches on love or romance in some form. Pictures and images of lovers hugging, necking and kissing is no longer a hidden thing- yet relationships are going the wrong direction daily; WHY? Each time I have the opportunity to attend a wedding ceremony or witness quiet exchange of vows, my mind wonders if the couple have taken time to understand what they are about to enter into. But then! Are you to stop people from carrying out their plans? You can only wish them the very best of what life has to offer.

·           INEC official arrested, 20 others escape robbery attack ·           Gunmen storm Ekiti hospital demand new born babies ·           INEC yet to overcome previous challenges, says TMG ·           APC seeks cancellation of Anambra election result ·           Ngige says Jega’s INEC not better than Iwu’s

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Burnaboy returns with the video to one of my favorite songs on his recently released album the video shows some of the struggles in Lagos, its a fresh video nice everything either download to ur device or watch via the youtube embed u also can download the audio all below

Mavin Records Music SuperStar Dr Sid releases a new single called Surulere from his sophomore album Siduction. Surulere means “Patience is rewarding”. The song captures the journey of the highly acclaimed musician’s life, and preaches the message that hard work and endurance always pays off. Listen and enjoy...

Former President of Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, Dr. Festus Iyayi, was killed this afternoon in a fatal auto accident in Lokoja, on his way to Kano state for a meeting of the National Executive Council (NEC) of ASUU where the union is expected to call off its four month old strike. It's being reported that the convoy of the Governor of Kogi State, Mr. Idris Wada, rammed into the vehicle conveying Professor Iyayi and some members of the union to Kano. The university don who is also a popular writer, died on the scene while two other occupants of the vehicle were injured.

Punch • 100 million Nigerians live in destitution – World Bank • Six judges under EFCC probe • There’s no madness in our family – Chime’s in-laws • PDP vs Oyinlola: Battle shifts to INEC • Tragedy hits ASUU as Iyayi dies • Festus Iyayi: Death at the peak of struggle • Reps probe $6.8bn NNPC, Swiss oil deals • Warn IG against rally disruption, Falana tells AGF • Ex-SGF, Yayale, resigns from Presidential Committee in protest • PDP peace process dead, buried says Nyako • Anyaoku recommends regional system as most appropriate • Mimiko, Okogie ask VCs to curb ASUU strikes • Anambra: APC claims creation of extra polling units

The Lagos State Government says it would begin enforcement of a section of the road traffic law which restricts commuter bus drivers from driving for more than eight hours at a stretch daily. Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Kayode Opeifa disclosed this at the weekend at a news conference heralding the National Council on Transportation conference which kicked off today and would end on Friday at the Lagos City Hall, Lagos, southwest Nigeria. According to Opeifa, section 44 of the Road Traffic Law bars commuter bus drivers from driving  for eight hours at a stretch, saying that government would begin enforcement of the new law in January 2014.

Barcelona's Lionel Messi tore his left hamstring against Real Betis and will be sidelined for up to eight weeks.  Photograph: Julio Munoz/EPA Lionel Messi  has been ruled out for the next six to eight weeks with a hamstring tear,  Barcelona  have revealed. The Argentina forward was forced off after less than half-an-hour of Sunday's match against Real Betis after pulling up with a muscle problem in his left leg. The Spanish club announced the news via its Twitter feed on Monday following scans. Messi will miss his country's forthcoming friendlies with Ecuador and Bosnia and Herzegovina because of the problem.

President Goodluck Jonathan on Sunday announced a cash gift of N2m each for all the players of the nation’s Under-17 team, the Golden Eaglets, who won the 2013 FIFA Under-17 World Soccer Championship on Friday in Abu Dhabi, United Emirates. The players, their handlers and key members of the Nigerian Supporters’ Club, according to the President, will also be honoured with national honours during the next award ceremony.

ASUU president, Fagge According to Punch NG  Indications have emerged that the Academic Staff Union of Universities may call off the over four-month-old strike on Thursday. Barring a last-minute change, the National Executive Committee of ASUU will meet on Wednesday night to consider the position of the congresses of the over 50 public universities on the offer made by the Federal government to revamp the institutions. The  union met with  a Federal Government team led by President Goodluck Jonathan last Tuesday in Abuja.

The Guardian • Jonathan’s Absence At PDP Rally Stirs Controversy • Mbeki: Only Nigerians Can Rescue Country, Not Politicians … • Confab super sedes constitution amendment, says Ukwa • Fresh outrage at alleged Chime’s detention of wife • Dangote, Ovia, others launch health initiative • Rights activists commemorate Saro-Wiwa’s death • Ajimobi restates public-private co-operation in health care • Mark urges honest assessment of achievements • APGA wants non-Anambra indigenes as guber poll ad hoc staff • APC hails Golden Eaglets • ‘Why fake drugs business is thriving worldwide’ • Jigawa urges residents to submit memoranda for confab • Outage to end in Nov 2014, says Jonathan • CAN urges bishops to shun political patronage • IDF to release latest figures on diabetes Nov. 14

© Getty Images Nigeria  became the most successful team in FIFA U-17 World Cup history with a 3-0 win over holders Mexico  at the Mohammad Bin Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. The final was a rematch of the 6-1 win Nigeria  inflicted on the Mexicans in Group F play and sees the Golden Eaglets lay hands on the junior world trophy for the fourth time in their history, one better than South American giants Brazil. When the final whistle went in the UAE capital, fans and players alike rejoiced, fingers pointed to the sky, with what has become the traditional Nigerian celebration of: “yes, yes yes!”

Bose Arowosegbe, a native of Arigidi Akoko, Ondo State, has come to pitch her tent with the very best in Nollywood. Having started acting in 2003 she shot into limelight in 2008 with her sterling lead role in ‘Kareni Barin’ and affirmed her arrival on the scene as a ‘made star’ in ‘Anikisaya’, a flick that earned her the alias with which she is known in the industry today, and thereafter went ahead to record string of successes with her own productions. In this chat with Weekend Groove, the Business Studies graduate of LASPOTECH talks of her sojourn in the movie industry; her beliefs and a lot of other issues. Excerpts:. How did you find your way into the movie industry? I didn’t start out as an actress, I started out as a video vixen in 2002 before I was introduced into acting at the insistence of an editor named Jide Bambo. He was involved in movie production and music video production. It was as a result of his influence I veered into acting.

Punch • Mark’s absence stalls Oduah’s appearance before senators • Judgment: Oyinlola must resume on Monday, New PDP vows • PDP peace moves  hit a dead end • Senate okays emergency rule extension in Borno, others • Chime’s wife briefed me on her detention –Falana • Six family members die in Edo crash • N255m scam: Panel report leakage tears Reps apart • ICPC seizes 61 houses from NSCDC official • Alele-Williams seeks end to ASUU strike • CCII tasks lawmakers with creation of Ibadan State • Ogun PDP drags Oyinlola to Supreme Court • FRSC cautions motorists against harmattan haze • Reps move to override Jonathan’s veto on bills • Jonathan eulogises Osemawe for promoting peace • Proper land management will reduce poverty – Don

      It has been long the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of List Entertainment, Mr. Sunday Are spoke extensively on major industry issues. The former Manager of the defunct Mo’Hits Records broke his silence in a recent chat with Rasheed Abubakar of Encomum Magazine. He opened up on life after the shocking break-up that scattered one of the biggest Record Labels in Nigeria and other issues that many do not know about...