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Monday, 13 March 2017

I have resumed duties as Nigeria’s president, says Buhari

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By Levinus Nwabughiogu

ABUJA-President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday returned to his desk, saying he has resumed his duties as the President of Nigeria.

He has also written to formally notify the National Assembly as required by the 1999 Constitution (as amended).

It will be recalled that Buhari who had been away in London, United Kingdom on a medical vacation since January 19 returned to the country on Friday.

A brief statement from Mr. Femi Adesina on the President resumption of duty read thus ” President Muhammadu Buhari today resumed duties after his vacation.

“In compliance with Section 145 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), the President has formally transmitted letters to the Senate and the House of Representatives, intimating the National Assembly “that I have resumed my functions as the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria with effect from Monday, March 13, 2017, after my vacation.”

Meanwhile, Vanguard observed that the Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo and some of the Presidential aides have started going to the President’s office to take briefs.

The aides included the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Femi Adesina, Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Mallam Garba Shehu and the Senior Special Assistant on Legislative Matters (Senate), Ita Enang.

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Sunday, 26 February 2017

Buhari has not disappointed me, says Obasanjo

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President Muhammadu Buhari left Welcoming Former President Chief Olusegun Obasanjo to his office at the State House Abuja Yesterday from Philip ojisua 7th April 2016 From Philip Ojisua

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo says that the current Nigerian leader, Muhammadu Buhari, has not disappointed him since he assumed office in 2015. Obasanjo stated this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) at his hilltop residence in Abeokuta.

While reflecting on the Buhari administration since 2015, Obasanjo said that the president had done his best to move the country forward. “Whatever anybody says, President Buhari has not disappointed me from what I know of him,’’ he said.

He said the president had delivered on his core areas of strength and ability, particularly in the anti-corruption crusade and the war against insurgency.

“In my book, I have said that Buhari is not strong on the economy and I did not write this to run him down.

“I also used to think that he is not strong in the area of foreign affairs, but I have realised that he has improved very well. “He has actually done his best in the areas where we know him to be strong,” he said.

The elder statesman urged Nigerians not to relent in their support for Buhari and not to give up on Nigeria. “Whatever you might see as bad in Nigeria, other societies have gone through the same at some period in their history.

“It is not for us to begin to condemn but to begin to join hands together and consider how we can make the best out of our present. ”Our present situation is a passing phase and we need to be resilient to ensure that we are not consumed by it.

“I will be the first to admit that we have not been where we should have been, but note that we have also been far from where we could have been because it could have been worse.

“It is the height of ingratitude for people to say Nigeria has not achieved anything or much as a nation. “The generation before mine fought for Nigeria’s independence, that is great.

“My own generation, which is the next, fought to sustain the unity of Nigeria. “Since 1999, Nigeria had enjoyed 18 years of unbroken democracy.

“We witnessed in 2007 a transition of power from one individual to another in the same party. “We witnessed in 2015 a transition of power from an individual in the ruling party to another individual in the opposition party.

“All these should not be taken for granted,” he said. Obasanjo also decried the call for national conferences or assemblies to negotiate the continued unity of Nigeria.

The former president who, described such conferences as distractions, said he did not bother to read the report of the last one organised by former President Goodluck Jonathan.

” We Nigerians need ourselves and if anyone thinks he does not need another person, good luck to him. “What I see in all those groups trying to break away is that they want more of the national cake.

“The fact that you want more of the cake means that it is good and you like it, else you will not be asking for more of it.

“I do understand the agitations of the youths in that the increased facilities that now exist as against our own time have not translated to adequate opportunities for them.

“But I think that rather than engage in violence, they should think of how to build on the sacrifices of the generations before them,” he said.

The elder statesman, who would turn 80 on March 5, said he had no regrets at such an age. He said that his hope that Nigeria would still be a great nation was still intact.

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Wednesday, 22 February 2017

B3nchMarQ – Hatin’ ft. A- Reece & Flame [Mp3 + Lyrics]

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Following their shocking exit from Ambitiouz Entertainment, rap group B3nchMarQ have released a fierce rap song titled Hatin’, produced by Mashbeatz.

Hatin’ features A-Reece, who has also left the label, as well as Flame. Update your hip hop playlist with this one!

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Rebel missile kills senior Yemeni general in Red Sea port

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A ballistic missile fired by Yemen’s Shiite rebels on Wednesday killed the deputy chief of staff of the country’s military in a major blow to the U.S.-backed Saudi-led coalition, which heavily supports the government, officials said.

The SABA news agency, which is controlled by the Houthi rebels, said their forces struck the vehicle of Brig. Gen. Ahmed Seif al-Yafie in the Red Sea port of Mokha.

Yemeni military officials said the missile hit a gathering point for the military commanders. A total of seven officers were killed, including al-Yafie, and 25 were wounded, they said, speaking on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to talk to the media.

Yemeni Prime Minister Ahmed Abdu Dagher expressed condolences on Twitter after the attack, saying the “end of the enemy is near.”

Al-Yafie was loyal to Yemen’s internationally recognized government, which has been battling the Houthis and their allies since 2015. A Saudi-led coalition launched an air and ground campaign in support of the government that year, but the rebels are still in control of the capital, Sanaa, and much of northern Yemen.

Mokha, a strategic Red Sea port, witnessed intense fighting between Houthis and allied forces loyal to the ousted President Ali Abdullah Saleh, and the Saudi-led coalition and pro-government forces, mostly southern fighters.

Tens of thousands of people were recently displaced from the fighting along the western coastline.

On Tuesday, Jamie McGoldrick, the U.N. humanitarian coordinator in Yemen warned of an escalation in the fighting along Yemen’s western coast, “at a great cost to civilians.”

He said over 17 million people are “unable to adequately feed themselves and are frequently forced to skip meals — women and girls eat the least and last.”

“Seven million do not know where their next meal will come from and are ever closer to starvation,” McGoldrick said.

The conflict in Yemen has pushed the Arab world’s poorest nation to the edge of famine and international humanitarian organizations have been pleading for cessation of hostilities to help deliver basic needs to those displaced or besieged by warring parties.

Source: ABC News

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Tuesday, 21 February 2017

Did Kangana Lose A Film With Shah Rukh Khan Due To Her Statement On Koffee With Karan 5?…Read full details

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Earlier this year, reports were doing the rounds that Kangana Ranaut has been signed opposite Shah Rukh Khan for a period drama being helmed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. While that cast and pairing combined with Bhansali’s magnificence is enough to excite any hardcore Bollywood fan – things seem to be looking bad as of now.

Recently, Kangana was on Koffee With Karan 5 where she was asked which Khan she would like to work with next – and she replied saying none of them. Kangana had her reasons though, as she does not want to be over shadowed by any Khan’s star power. According to DNA, Mr. Bhansali decided not to cast Kangana opposite SRK in his film, post this statement.

Reports also suggest that the director had approached King Khan with 2 scripts, and SRK seemed to have liked the script which doesn’t include Kangana.

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This Bollywood Actor Just Signed His First International Film!…Read full details

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Suhail Nayyar, who was last seen in Udta Punjab won hearts and critics’ appreciation for the brilliant portrayal of Jassi, is all set to help put India on the map because he has just signed his first international project. Sahil has been roped in for Hotel Mumbai, a film based on the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, and will be directed by notable director Anthony Maras.

The film covers global issues of our time and tells the stories of victims and survivors of the attacks in 2008. Here’s what Nayyar has to say about his international debut.

When I was told that I had been finalised for the film… I pinched myself a couple of times to be sure that it was happening. It is a dream project for me… brilliant script, amazing director, impeccable actors and a great crew. It is a very important film for the message it purely stands for – humanity. I feel truly blessed that God has given me this opportunity.

How sweet. Congratulations Suhail! Looking forward to this.

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“Full Credit To Natasha For Sticking By Me” – Varun Dhawan Finally Confirms His Relationship…Read full details

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Varun Dhawan is one of the most good-looking actors in Bollywood currently and is a hot favourite with all the girls. Unfortunately for them, this dishy actor is taken. Varun has been in the news for his relationship with his childhood sweetheart Natasha Dalal for years now. While Varun has never denied his relationship with her, he has always refrained from directly talking about it. The two were spotted at Shahid Kapoor’s birthday bash and were also clicked together on Valentine’s Day.

In a new and interesting turn of events, Varun finally spoke with abandon about his relationship and being seen in public with Natasha in an interview with India.com.

I am cool about it. In fact, I’ve always been cool about it. There’s nothing to hide. I just don’t want the focus to shift from my career to the relationship. That’s why I don’t talk much about it. What can one say about spending time with loved ones? I’m not denying anything at all, just that I don’t like to discuss it.

When asked about where he sees the relationship going, here’s what he said.

I see it reaching a good place. (Smiles) She’s quite a handful so full credit to her for sticking by me. She’s one of the best people I’ve come across in my life.

Awww, finally! Remember when Varun spoke about how he’s in a phase where he wants to get married and have children, in an episode of Koffee With Karan? Do you think the time is finally arriving? Either way, we’re just glad he’s finally talking about it!

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Saturday, 18 February 2017

Chalayan brings Greece, glitter explosion to London

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Models present creations by British designer Hussein Chalayan during his catwalk show on the second day of the Autumn/Winter 2017 London Fashion Week in London on February 18, 2017<br />NIKLAS HALLE'N / AFP

Hussein Chalayan returned to the London catwalk on Saturday for the first time in 16 years, with relaxed but structured tailoring inspired by Greek folk culture — and an explosion of glitter.

The Cyprus-born British designer is known for his minimalist, elegant and sculptural creations, which have been worn by Bjork and featured in exhibitions and theatre productions around the world.

Models took to the stage at Sadler’s Wells theatre to showcase his latest collection, featuring shirts with built-in waistcoats, and carrot-shaped trousers with wrap belts in wool blend knitted felts.

For the finale, they ripped off geometric print panels on the front of their dresses — helpfully labelled “Pull To Open” — to unleash a spurt of glittery foil streamers onto the ground.

“It was a combination of a protest and a celebration — I wanted these very tacky things coming out, that I found very beautiful,” Chalayan told reporters backstage.

“That’s what life is, that you can have that duality — the protest element, but also the purity.”

Elsewhere, there were cashmere black dresses cut to look as if they were falling off the shoulders, bold black and white prints and delicate tops embroidered with hand-drawn Greek figures.

Chalayan, whose parents were Turkish Cypriots, started his career in London, where he was twice named Designer of the Year.

But like many of his peers, flew the nest for the commercial opportunities of Paris.

“We felt we were making this very big effort, but a lot of people weren’t coming. When we moved to Paris our business grew considerably,” he said.

Returning to London this season to join British names such as Burberry, Mulberry, Christopher Kane and J.W. Anderson, has delighted his British fans.

But will he stay? “I don’t know yet. Let’s see.”

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Monday, 30 January 2017

Trial of rights activist, Adegboruwa, continues Febuary 24 (Read full details)

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Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa

A Federal High Court in Lagos on Monday adjourned to Feb. 24, continuation of trial of a lawyer, and rights activist, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, charged with lease of a property attached by a court order.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had charged Adegboruwa on one count.

The case slated for a continuation of trial before Justice Oluremi Oguntoyinbo could not hold on Monday due non availability of the judge.

At the last adjourned date, the second prosecution witness, Mr Teslim Ajuwon, testified.

Prosecution counsel, Mr Rotimi Oyedepo, led Ajuwon in evidence.

Ajuwon, a Compliance Officer with a bank, tendered in evidence, documents relating to the accused’s statement of account with regard to the alleged transaction.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the EFCC accused Adegboruwa of conspiring with one Jonathan Udeagbala (now at large) to lease out a property located at No. 105 NICON Town Estate, Lekki, Lagos.

According to the commission, the property is the subject of an interim order of attachment issued by Justice C.A Balogun of a Lagos High Court, on June 18, 2012.

The commission said that Adegboruwa and Udeagbala leased the property to Shelf Drilling Nig. Ltd. for over N61 million without its consent.

It submitted that the offence contravened the provisions of Section 32(1) of the EFCC Act, 2004.

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Trial of rights activist, Adegboruwa, continues Febuary 24