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The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UN OCHA) has condemned the attacks on Maiduguri by suspected female suicide bombers on Thursday night and Friday in which at least eight persons reportedly lost their lives. The Deputy Spokesperson for the UN Secretary-General, Mr Farhan Haq, said the UN OCHA “is alarmed by the reported terrorist attacks on vulnerable displaced people in two locations in Maiduguri in north-eastern Nigeria that took place on Thursday. “While the number of dead and injured among civilians is not yet clear, Boko Haram reportedly launched a major attack using guns and explosives targeting the Custom House site that hosts more than 9,000 internally displaced people and the Muna Garage Park area where displaced people have gathered to return to their homes. “These are not the first attacks affecting the most vulnerable people in the area. “The Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs reminds all parties to the conflict in Nigeria to e

A Jikwoyi Customary Court, Abuja, on Friday dissolved the marriage between Joseph Danjuma, a farmer, and his HIV positive wife who insists her husband have intercourse with her without using condom. The Presiding Judge, Everyman Eleanya, who ordered the dissolution of the marriage, said that the court had done everything possible to reconcile the parties. “ The court did everything possible to reconcile the couple but all efforts failed.’’ Eleanya dissolved the marriage and ordered that the bride price be returned to the husband. Earlier, Danjuma had told the court that he still loved his wife even with the HIV. “My wife got pregnant and put to bed in 2012; the child got terribly ill and died. “Due to the ailment and death of the child, I insisted that my wife be tested of HIV, which the doctor did and she tested positive. “Because I still loved my wife, we used condom as a means of protection during sexual intercourse. “But as time went on, she refused me using condom on her,

The Foundation for Human Rights and Anti-Corruption Crusade (FHRACC) has declared that Nigeria actually has two presidents rather than one. Buhari is out of Nigeria on vacation in the United Kingdom where he is also undergoing medical examination. The country is currently being run by Professor Yemi Osinbajo in acting capacity. Daily Post reports that in a statement by its national president, Alaowei Cleric, and its diaspora coordinator, Jerry Otuaro, the organisation said the conversation was a lie even though it has been confirmed by the White House. “If however he is sick as being insinuated by some persons then let him declare himself unfit to rule the country, in case his condition calls for that, so that the acting president can become the substantive one. Buhari should know that his aides have held the country ransom with his absence. “The presidential image makers have turned out to be presidential liars to be publishing headline news of Buhari’s contact with select Ni

Nigerian Police authorities today (Saturday) confirmed that the owner of Chocolate City entertainment, Audu Maikori has been arrested noting that he is being investigated for false information capable to causing religious and communal crisis. Though the officer declined to disclose the exact department that made the arrest, he however said the Police has a duty to ensure investigation of allegations and petitions made by Nigerians especially one that is capable to threatening peace and stability in any part of the country. Audu Maikori A senior officer who spoke to Vanguard on condition of anonymity Saturday, wondered why the hue and cry about the arrest of the entertainer saying since there was petition and evidence of committing an offence against him, it was the duty of the police to carry out investigation. Recall that the social media was awash on Friday night with reports that the Chocolate City owner was arrested in Lagos and moved to Abuja by the Police authorities. Th

Controversial standup comedian, Bright Okpocha, better known as Basketmouth, has expressed his readiness to celebrate his 20th year on stage as a comedian. While expressing a heartfelt appreciation to his fans, for the love and support shown him during his just concluded annual comedy show, Lord of the ribs, in London, at the Wembley Arena, the hilarious rib-cracker hinted at celebrating 20 years on stage in the rib-cracking craft. In a post on his Instagram page, he expressed his profound gratitude to all those who came out to the Wembley Arena to support him at Lord of the ribs comedy show. basketmouth “History was made on Valentine’s Day at the Wembley Arena, London, as fans came out to show support, helping me become the first African comedian to headline the Wembley Arena. I want to say a very BIG thank you to everyone that came out, thank you for being part of my dream and making it come true. I will be returning to the Wembley Arena on the 11th of February 2018, which wil

Afro-beat singer, Seun Kuti, and leader of his late father’s Egypt 80’Band, has called on his fans and patriotic Nigerians to rise up against bad governance and corrupt leadership in Nigeria. In condemnation of the present government, the revolutionary singer encouraged Nigerians to be the change they have been advocating. In a statement made on his social media page, he advised Nigerians to desist from following corrupt orders from corrupt leaders as it may eventually result to shooting one’s self in the foot. According to Seun, Nigerians ought to organize themselves and resist any form of corruption and bad governance. seun kuti “If you follow corrupt orders because you don’t want to lose your job, you should be ashamed of yourself. While you carry out that order to protect your job, it has led or will lead to the direct death of thousands of people, millions even. You and your loved ones might be among, resist! Let’s all connect and organize, join me abeg ”, he wrote.

Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bode George, has expressed shock at the Court of Appeal judgement in Port Harcourt, which affirmed Senator Ali Modu Sheriff as the authentic chairman of the PDP. George said the development showed that “democracy has been murdered” “I was shocked. Shocked is the minimum I could say. It is worse than being shocked,” Daily Trust quoted him as saying. “My immediate conclusion was that this is the voice of Jacob and the hand of Esau. “My spirit has never been this dampened”, he added. George said court justices had murdered democracy for setting aside the convention held in Port Harcourt where the National Caretaker Committee headed by Senator Ahmed Makarfi was appointed. He insisted that the Makarfi Committee can only be removed by the same National Convention which gave birth to it. “Our National Convention from what we were told was set aside. National Convention decisions set aside? “I leave that to the po

Mavin Records star songstress, Tiwa Savage, has continued to take the spotlight of Africa new music female rank, as U.S rapper, Fat Joe revealed her upcoming collaboration with Remy Ma . While speaking in an exclusive interview with The Breakfast Club, popular U.S rapper, Fat Joe revealed Tiwa Savage’s upcoming collaboration with Terror Squad rap queen, Remy Ma. “She is the biggest African chic in the world in the world. She’s huge. She’s like the African Rihanna,” the rap mogul said of Tiwa to the radio hosts, and this was corroborated by Remy Ma herself.

Abuja - The leader of Nigeria's Senate on Thursday said President Muhammadu Buhari was well after visiting him in London, trying to dispel rumours about the state of his health. Bukola Saraki on Wednesday travelled to the British capital with the majority leader in the Senate, Ahmed Lawan, and the speaker of the lower House of Representatives, Yakub Dogara. It was the latest political delegation to visit 74-year-old Buhari at Nigeria's official diplomatic residence, where he has been staying for nearly a month. Saraki said in a statement on his Facebook page that Buhari was "healthy" and there was "no cause for alarm". The head of state was "cheerful and in good spirits", he added. In a separate series of Tweets, he added there was "no vacuum in government" and "all organs of government (are) fulfilling their mandate". A tweet on Buhari's own Twitter account late on Wednesday said he appreciated the visit and thanked

Unpopular Nollywood Actor Uche Maduagwu has been busy outside location with some exclusive gossips about popular actress, Tonto Dikeh, whose marriage to Churchill has been under stress much recently. Earlier today, the Actor posted something about Bobrisky and Lagos designer Swankyjerry being gay with Tonto’s estranged husband among other claims. Although he’d since removes the post, claimimg his accounts was hacked. Either way, Uche has been busy claimimg he’s close pal with Tontolet, but the actress of character has now come out to deny having any ties with him whatsoever, via Instagram: Via @tontolet – Hi Uche it’s been brought to my knowledge about Our suppose friendship and About me opening up to you about My life.. First of i appreciate you as I see Actor written on your page,this post is not TO ridicule you or non of that but Please I beg you to stop!! I don’t have friends,I don’t speak to people about my life Be it good or bad..Yes I will love to be your friend someday

The marriage of Nollywood actress Tonto Dike has been the interest of so many Nigerians ever since it surfaced online. While the actress has confirmed leaving her marriage, she has been castigated and called all sort of names for not keeping her home despite its challenges. Like the saying goes there is always a two side to a story, but people will only understand the sides if you speak up and explain things the way they are. This has been what so many of our celebrities have been doing, they keep mum when things goes wrong about them, when they break the silence they reveal quarter of what happened leaving the public to interpret and misinterpret their ordeal, which sometimes does more harm than good. Her is another side to Tonto Dikeh’s Marriage crash ordeal that many didn’t know about, but reports has it that she would be talking about it really soon. Wondering why she took the drastic decision of not forgiving her man and fixing her marriage? Here is some clue flying round.

American President, Donald Trump, has provided details of his telephone conversation with his Nigerian counterpart, Muhammadu Buhari. Mr. Trump had on Monday spoken to Mr. Buhari, who is vacationing in London. It was the first time both leaders would communicate directly since Mr. Trump assumed office as his country’s 45th president on January 20. After the conversation, the Nigerian presidency immediately released details of the call but the American version of the exchanges was not immediately available on the White House website where readouts of U.S. President’s engagements are usually posted. That fuelled speculations that the conversation did not happen, with some commentators accusing the Nigerian presidency of lying. But responding to PREMIUM TIMES inquiry, the U.S. Department of State has provided details of the discussions between the two leaders. Tiffany Jackson-Zunker, Deputy Director, Africa Regional Media Hub at the State Department, sent this newspaper an email co

Daddy Freeze has adviced Tonto Dikeh on her marriage crisis He wrote: My beautiful sister @tontolet, – Keep smiling always no matter what the situation is. Smiles are contagious, your teeming fans will feed off your smile and perceive your inner strength. – Continue looking beautiful, you owe that to yourself. – Keep yourself busy, rumors are a consequence of your fame, when you are busy, you will notice them less. – Love yourself first, before any other thing you are Tonto, then a mother, sister, friend, mentor, wife etc. – Whatever you do dear, don’t forget to smile, the Lord is your strength. ~FRZ

American President, Donald Trump, has provided details of his telephone conversation with his Nigerian counterpart, Muhammadu Buhari. Mr. Trump had on Monday spoken to Mr. Buhari, who is vacationing in London. It was the first time both leaders would communicate directly since Mr. Trump assumed office as his country’s 45th president on January 20. After the conversation, the Nigerian presidency immediately released details of the call but the American version of the exchanges was not immediately available on the White House website where readouts of U.S. President’s engagements are usually posted. That fuelled speculations that the conversation did not happen, with some commentators accusing the Nigerian presidency of lying. But responding to PREMIUM TIMES inquiry, the U.S. Department of State has provided details of the discussions between the two leaders. Tiffany Jackson-Zunker, Deputy Director, Africa Regional Media Hub at the State Department, sent this newspaper an email co

TONTO DIKEH’S HUSBAND SEEKS ACCESS TO SON  Tonto Dikeh’s husband Oladunni Churchill took to his instagram page to express his readiness to get access to his son. He said this while sending an early birthday wish to son, King Andre. Tonto Dikeh accused him of not making effort some days ago. King andre He shared a photo of Andre and wrote, “Happy Birthday To My Darling Son King Andre in a bit………… #Birthdayloading Kings will come to your rising Son Your Greatness will be heard all over the world You’ll be greater than your Father You’ll rule your generation And your place will always be on the throne You’ll have good direction in life and negativity will not derail you from reaching all your life goals As you turn one my little King. The warmest wishes as your 1st Birthday approaches. The moments that we shared are so precious to me. I hope we will have lots of them in the future as well! Daddy is still trying hard to get exclusive access to you but hopefully very soon things

President Muhammadu Buhari has thanked all Nigerians, “Christians and Muslims alike”, for their constant prayers and kind wishes for his health. The President made this known on his Twitter handle, @MBuhari, on Wednesday night, shortly after the Senate President Bukola Saraki; Speaker, House of Representatives Yakubu Dogara and the Senate leader Ahmed Lawan visited him in London. He said: “Pleased to receive Senate President Bukola Saraki, Speaker Yakubu Dogara and Senate Leader Ahmed Lawan, tonight. “I thanked them for visiting. I’m also grateful to Nigerians, Christians and Muslims alike, for their prayers and kind wishes for my health.’’ Senate President Bukola Saraki, who led a team of National Assembly leaders to visit the President, said at the end of the visit: “there is no cause for alarm”. Mr. Saraki’s statement was meant to douse apprehensions and speculations in Nigeria about President Buhari’s health. “The president I saw today is healthy, witty and himself…he is do

The Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, has approved 50 percent increment in fare for Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and LAGBUS. The change will take effect as from March 1, 2017. This was disclosed by Engr. Abiodun Dabiri, LAMATA Managing Director, while addressing journalists at Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Alausa, on Monday. Dabiri explained that the bus fare was increased by 50 percent due to the economic downturn in the country. He said, “As a result of the economic downturn, public transport has been severely impacted as all related costs have escalated beyond any financial projection. “Although the government is focused on a strategic reform of the public transport operations to create a world-class public transport that is modern, cost-effective and safe, the government has to consider the request of the operators for an upward review of bus fares due to the current prices for some of these schemes, which have stayed constant for more than six years. “The current financial

It’s difficult to recall a time when we didn’t have Wizkid because he’s been explosive since he first hit the music scene in 2010. His music career has included some extremely high points from his debut album ‘Superstar’ to his first Grammy Award nomination for his feature on Drake’s One Dance. The track, which also features Kyla, is off Drake’s album “Views” which is also in the run for “Album of the year” category at the 59th Grammy Awards, competing against other award winning artistes like Adele, Beyonce, and Justin Bieber. From Star Boy to Style Boy Wizkid or Star boy has not only become a force to reckon with on the international music scene, he has also become a style icon to us back home. His style over the years has landed him some fashion perks. From clean lines and minimalism to vintage silk prints, it is no surprise that Vogue dubbed him Nigeria’s Best Dressed Pop Star. In anticipation of what he will bring us on the red carpet this weekend at the Grammy’s,