Qualification Of Gov. Adams Oshiohmole: Court Of Appeal Rules in Favour Of Charles Aihiavbere

The Court of Appeal sitting in Benin city, Edo state, rules in favour of Gen. Charles Airhiavbere: the candidate of PDP that participated in the July 14 gubernatorial election. 

The court of Appeal has ordered that the Edo State Governorship tribunal should hear the petition of the Petitioner's case as it concerns the non qualification of the Respondent Comrade Adams Oshiomhole of ACN. The implication of this ruling is that the tribunal shall now consider the question of whether or not Comrade Adams Oshiomhole is qualified to hold the office of the Governor of Edo state as regards his credentials submitted to INEC which Charles Aihiavbere contended that Adams Oshionhole never attended the schools stated on the results.

Whats your thought on this issue?

Winners Of Miss Big World Nigeria Beauty Pageant

25-year-old Olufemi Adu Felicia, a graduate of mass communication (pictured above left) was crowned the winner of the Miss Big World Contest 2012 which took place on Saturday, 10th of November @ Sheraton Hotel Abuja.

Felicia and Egoigbo

While 27 year old  Emmanuella Egoigbo, a graduate of law was first runner up and 19year old Chinaza Chimalu, a 400 level student of psychology at the University of Benin was 2nd runner up.

57-Year-Old Grandfather, Bags First Class Degree In Law From University Of Ibadan

A 57 year old grandfather, Aderemi Alli has bagged a first class degree in Law from the University of Ibadan, Oyo state. He was among the 21 first class graduates produced by the institution at its convocation ceremony held today in Ibadan.

Nollywood Actor, Pete Enehes After Leg Amputation

Nollywood Veteran actor, Pete Eneh passed on yesterday.

He died on Thursday at Parklane Hospital, Enugu where he had been receiving treatment for the past four months over a leg infection. The actor had one of his legs amputated on the 24th of October at the hospital due to a serious infection he got after sustaining an injury that refused to heal because of his diabetic condition.

He will definitely be missed.

May his soul rest in peace, Amen!

Arewa Consultative Forum Demands Death Penalty For Corruption

Ahead of Thursday’s zonal constitutional conferences, foremost northern political group, the Arewa Consultative Forum, has recommended capital punishment for corruption.

At present, China is the only notable country where corruption attracts capital punishment.

In its proposal submitted to the National Assembly, the ACF rued the destructive impact of corruption on the country and said that anybody found guilty of corruption should be killed.

Uche Jombo Looking Super Pretty In New Photo Shoot (PHOTOS)

 Looking stunning in a dress by 27 FAB.

How One Of Nigeria's Most Wanted Gunrunner Was Arrested

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested the most wanted gunrunner in Nigeria. The suspect, Nweke, 31, was alleged to be the one who supplied arms and ammunition used by a robbery gang that recently attacked policemen and other civilians.

US Hospital Gives 17-Year-Old Nigerian Amputee New Limbs For Free

A story that will surely blow your mind

“After a madman hacked off both her hands two years ago, 17-year-old Ruth Idowu prayed to Jesus for new ones.

The faith of the shy Nigerian teenager and the kindness of strangers – who are now dear friends — have prevailed.

Today, the people at Johnson’s Orthopedic Appliances in Riverside are making Ruth two new appendages free of charge to restore the limbs and the independence she’d so brutally lost in her native country.

“Nigerians Are Refused American Visas Because They Have Not Visited Other Countries” – US Vice Consul

Everyday, hundreds of Nigerians apply for Visas to foreign countries for different reasons – better standard of living, employment opportunities and the most commonly used “in search of greener pastures”. However, a large number of these applicants are refused visas for different reasons.

Bill To Prohibit Same-Sex Marriage Passes Second Reading In House Of Representatives

On Tuesday 13th November 2012, a bill for an act to prohibit marriage or civil union entered into between persons of the same sex and solemnisation of same,  passed through the second reading in the House of Representatives.

CBN Orders Banks To Stop N100 Inter-Bank ATM Charges

Managing Directors of banks operating in the country, with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) under the aegis of the Bankers’ Committee have unanimously decided to stop all charges on Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) transactions.
This means that the N100 currently charged by banks when customers use their ATM cards on machines other than those of their banks is now prohibited.

Strongman Of Kwara State Politics, Olusola Saraki Is Dead

Reports reaching us indicate that Olusola Saraki, the strongman of Kwara politics, is dead. He was 79.

Mr. Saraki, Leader  of the Nigerian Senate during the second republic, died Wednesday morning in Lagos.

His son, Bukola Saraki, could not be reached, but another family member confirmed the development to one of our reporters.

Mr. Saraki controlled the politics of Kwara State for about two decades until he was displaced as kingmaker by his son, Bukola, a serving senator, in the 2011 general elections.

UPDATES:

The Kwara State Governor, Dr. Abdulfatah Ahmed, has officially confirmed the passing on of the strongman of Kwara State politics, Dr. Abubakar Olusola Saraki.
In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Alhaji Abdulwahab Oba, Ahmed said Saraki died in his Lagos State home and would be buried on Wednesday (today) in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital.
Wahab said Ahmed “has announced the death of His Eminence, Waziri of Ilorin, Dr. Abubakar Olusola Saraki.”
Wahab added: “The governor urged community, religious and political leaders to troop out en masse to receive the remains of this illustrious son and Nigeria’s political icon later today at the Ilorin International Airport.”

Photos From Yvonne Nelson's Beach Birthday Celebration

Yesterday, Monday 12th November 2012, the Single and Married star turned 27 years old and celebrated the day with a fun beach outing with her friends including Ghanaian top actors, John Dumelo, Yvonne Okoro, James Gardiner and Prince David Osei.

Enjoy more pics after the cut:

PHOTOS Of Kaffy Dance Queen And Her Son

 Cute!

Secession Petitions: 20 States Want Out After Obama's Victory

The White House has received petitions by US citizens from 20 states invoking the right to secession following last week's re-election of President Barack Obama for a second term in office.

The arguments for secession come from a wide range: from Obama's alleged abuse of presidential power with security regulations, to his alleged "socialist" policies, to the local people's frustration with federal politics and legislation and desire forindependence from Washington.

Rihanna Strips Naked For GQ Magazine As She Reveals She Is Turned On By Dominant Men

 It might have been more of a shock if she'd decided to keep her clothes on.

But with a body like hers, pop star Rihanna can hardly be blamed for stripping off at every opportunity.

27-Year-Old Nigerian Student, Wins An Aeroplane In MTN’s Ultimate Wonder Promo

Hours after the NCC announced that all lotteries by Nigerian Telecommunication Networks should be suspended with immediate effect; MTN announced the winner of its Ultimate Wonder “Win an Aeroplane” promo. The promotion which launched in August 2012 and closed in October 2012 was unaffected by the ban as it concluded before the NCC directive.

JAMB Candidates To Write Computer-Based Exams From 2015...Registrar

All the candidates who will sit for the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board, JAMB, examinations from 2015 will do the Computer Based Test, the Registrar of the board, Dibu Ojerinde, has said.

David Ugolor Cleared Of Complicity In The Murder Of Governor Oshiomhole’s Aide

The Edo State Director of Public Prosecution, DPP, has cleared the Executive Director, Africa Network for Environment and Economic Justice, ANEEJ, David Ugolor, of any complicity in the murder of Olaitan Oyerinde, former principal private secretary to Edo State governor, Adams Oshiomhole.

El-Rufai Converted PHCN Land For Personal Use...Former PHCN Boss

Some of the lands the former Minister of Abuja, Nasir El-Rufai, allocated to his family members including, two of his wives, Hadiza and Hasiya, were originally meant for developmental projects within Abuja, a witness in the ongoing trial of the former minister has said.

100-Level Female Student Of University Of Ibadan Drinks Bleach After Boyfriend Jilted Her

A 100 Level female student of University of Ibadan drank a poisonous substance called Hypo Bleach after her boyfriend jilted her. The student was reported to have drank the bleach after her boyfriend, a student of the same University, ended the relationship between them.

GOOD NEWS: See The Urine Powered Generator Developed By 4 Nigerian Girls (PHOTOS)

Four teenage girls, Duro-Aina Adebola (14), Akindele Abiola (14), Faleke Oluwatoyin (14) andBello Eniola (15) have stunned the country with their invention of a urine powered generator at this year’s Maker Faire Africa, an event which shows off innovations, inventions, and initiatives that solve immediate challenges and problems, and then works to support and propagate them.

Lagos State Government Promises Okada Riders New Jobs

As a result of the recent ban on commercial motorcycle (Okada) riders from major streets in Lagos state, many of the Okada riders have been jobless. This is because the Lagos state new traffic law prohibits commercial motorcycle  from plying major roads and bridges in the state.

Question Of The Day: Who Is He Talking To?

 Bemigho Reno Omokri, is the Special Assistant to President Goodluck Jonathan on New Media. And this was what he said on his twitter handle some hours ago:

So who do you think he is referring to?

This should be a very easy guess...

Happy Birthday To Chika Nancy Ike

Happy birthday to Fanciful Nollywood Star, Chika Nancy Ike, who is a year older today November 8, 2012.

Chika as a child was nick named  Fancy Nancy because of her fanciful and funny character. A name Chika later used in Naming her upscale fashion accessories store, Fancy Nancy Collections in the city of Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory, which is now a must shop- store for those discriminating, yet fashionable taste.

The UN Peace Ambassador will be having a Fancy Nancy trade-fair/ birthday party today.

Happy Birthday to her!

Are They The World's Oldest Bride And Groom?

A MARRIED couple have finally posed for their wedding photos - 88 YEARS after tying the knot.
Wu Conghan, 101, and his wife Wu Sognshi, 103, married in 1924 and have been together for almost nine decades.

Annie Macaulay Debuts Fashion Home (PHOTOS)

Annie Macaulay, the wife of Nigeria's finest 2face Idibia, has launched her fashion home/Boutique in Lagos.
The retail shop is called "4EvaYoung" and its located at Ikota Shopping Complex, Lekki.
See pics of the boutique after the cut:

President Obama Breaks Twitter And Facebook Records With ''Four More Years''

 It was a moving photo like countless others on Facebook, but the caption “four more years” said it all.

The shot of a happy-looking Obama holding his wife Michelle in a loving embrace had already broken records on both social networks — bringing to a climax a hard-fought online campaign for supporters and votes.On Twitter, the photo of the 44th US President hugging his wife had been retweeted 775,000 times, far outpacing singer Justin Bieber whose tribute to a fan who died of cancer held the previous record in popularity.

The same picture of a happy, serene-looking Obama hugging his wife appeared on the president’s Facebook account — and was shared tens of thousands of times by some of his 32 million fans.

South African Actress, Gail Nkoane Photos From Divas Inc. Magazine Shoot

Gail Nkoane, lead actress on the Wild and one of the Top 10 Finalists on Season 6 of Idols SA. This stunning young woman from Kimberly has become one of the most recognizable faces on our television screens today. She is Unquestionably talented and ridiculously good looking.