Abuja-based Company Drags PDP To Court Over Campaign Debt

An Abuja based company, Silon Concepts Limited, has dragged the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and two officials of its Presidential Campaign Organisation before an FCT High Court, Abuja for their refusal to pay for the outstanding sum of N70m, being balance for a campaign contract.

Yola blast: Hospital seeks blood donation from public

The Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Yola, has called on members of the Public to donate blood to victims of Thursday’s bomb blast that occurred at Yola Market.

The Public Relations Officer of the centre,Malam Mohammed Dodo, made the call Friday in Yola in an interview.

CBN Adjusts Forex Rate To N196.95 Per Dollar

Nigeria’s central bank adjusted its exchange rate peg to N196.95 to the dollar from the 197 it set in February after the currency’s value was eroded by the fall in oil prices, data on its website showed yesterday. The bank adjusted the rate at which it sold hard currency this week, dealers said, noting that the change was too small to be considered a revaluation for the naira, particularly in the face of dwindling foreign reserves.

Dealers said the central bank had been selling dollars to the inter-bank market at its adjusted rate. The naira was trading at 198.95 to the dollar on the inter-bank market and between 215 to 218 in the parallel market.

JTF seizes vessel laden with 1,500 metric tons of AGO in Bayelsa

The Joint Task Force (JTF) in the Niger Delta, Operation Pulo Shield, has impounded a vessel laden with 1,500 metric tons of illegally refined Automotive Gas Oil, an official said on Friday.

Lt. -Col. Ado Isa, spokesman of the JTF, told reporters at the task force’s headquarters in Yenagoa that the vessel registered as MV Europort, was seized at Foropa waterways in Bayelsa.

Court remands mother, 23, for stabbing son to death

An Ota Magistrates’ Court in Ogun on Friday remanded a 23-year-old mother, Funmilayo Adeyanju, in prison custody, over alleged murder.

Adeyanju was arraigned for allegedly killing her son, Emmanuel Jumpy, aged 3, by stabbing him to death with a knife.

Billionaire's Wife Caroline-Danjuma's Handsome Son

Billionaire's wife Caroline Danjuma has got an amazing gene.

Maggi noodles unsafe, says India’s Health Ministry

India’s Health Ministry on Friday ordered the removal of Nestle’s popular Maggi brand of instant noodles from stores across the country, saying the product had failed safety tests.

Nestle said that it would withdraw the product from Indian shop shelves in spite of stating the noodles were “safe to eat’’.

E-classroom excites secondary school students in Lagos

School children from Girls Senior High School, Agege, Lagos on Friday expressed satisfaction with the introduction of online training into their scheme of work.

The school is one of the beneficiaries of the Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC’s) e-classroom, meant to introduce the students to e-learning.

Buhari Attends Ado Bayero's Jumaat Prayer (photos)

President @MBuhari attended Jumaat Prayer in honour of the Late Emir of Kano, Alhaji Dr. Ado Bayero today.

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Delta debunks rumour on DSCTD bill

THE Delta State  government Friday debunked speculations in some quarters on a purported promulgation of the Delta State Capital Territory Development Bill, saying that there is no iota of truth in the story.

Prostitute Flees With Customer’s Laptop, Phones, N72,000 After Sex In Abuja

A 25-year-old commercial sex worker, Hussaina Hassan of Mpape, Abuja, was arraigned on Friday in a Mararaba Chief Magistrates’ Court, Nasarawa State, for alleged theft.

The accused was alleged to have escaped with the property and money of one Agada Christopher, when they both slept in a hotel room they lodged.

Ini Edo Made Eko Ambassador (photos)

Star actress Ini Edo took to social media to announce her new deal and an Eko Ambassador.She says

To the glory of God, and with gratitude to the Eko restoration foundation, I've just been made an Eko Ambassador at Lekki beach today. My job is to join in the walk of preserving nature. I couldn't feel more honoured.#Godwin

Wike appoints SSG, Chief of Staff

GOVERNOR Nyesom Wike has appointed Chief Kenneth Kobani Secretary to the state Government while Engr Chukwuemeka Woke as Chief of Staff Government House.

Dangote's $600million Cement Plant In Ethiopia

Alhaji Aliko Dangote recently launched his cement plant in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.. Check these beautiful pictures of the factory

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Sultan advocates compulsory study of history in schools

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar, has advocated making of history as a compulsory subject in schools to enable young Nigerians to understand the society better.

The sultan made the call at the 10th Anniversary of the Coronation of the Emir of Gwandu, Alhaji Muhammadu Bashar.

Lucky Igbinedion’s Mansion In Abuja (See The Multi-billion Naira House)

Lucky Igbinedion, the Ex-governor of Edo state's massive Multi Billion Naira Mansion in Abuja. The 34 room housed labeled “SIGNATURE HOUSE” is situated in high class section of Abuja.

Lord have mercy on the suffering masses in this country ooooooooo

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Thabo Mbeki, others approved alleged $10m ‘bribe’ for FIFA

The highest levels of South African government approved a $10 million dollar payment that US investigators suspect was a bribe to get the 2010 World Cup, media reports said Friday.

Nigerian Military Kills 2 Suicide Bombers In Borno

Two suicide bombers leading a band of terrorists were among over a score of those of them who died as troops succeeded in repelling the terrorist attack on Shetimari in Borno State yesterday (Thursday) evening. Over 12 rifles and 1 machine gun were captured from the terrorists group as the attack was repelled. Also recovered from the group were rocket propelled grenades and some bombs.

Oil: OPEC keeps production limit at 30mln barrels daily

The Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has said it has decided to maintain its maximum production limit at 30 million barrels of oil a day.
The decision was made at the cartel’s meeting in Vienna on Friday.

When You Tell Her To Send You A Picture Of Herself In The Shower

LOL........Just to spice up your friday

Suicide bombers ‘faked fight’ to attract onlookers

Two suicide bombers killed at least 31 people and injured 38 others in a crowded market in the northeast Nigeria city of Yola after faking a fight, police said Friday.

The bombers with explosives strapped to their bodies entered the Jimeta Main Market after sundown on Thursday and “pretended to be fighting”, said area police spokesman Othman Abubakar.

Arinta Waterfalls, Ekiti State

T.I.N MAGAZINE VISITED THE NOT VERY POPULAR FALLS IN EKITI STATE ON THE 15th OF MAY, THE WATERFALLS IS LOCATED IN IPOLE ILORO, EKITI STATE NIGERIA. DURING OUR VISITATION WE DISCOVERED THIS ATTRACTION CENTRE HAS BEEN DUMPED BY THE PEOPLE AND THE GOVERNMENT AS THE GATE WAS LOCKED WITH NOBODY AROUND THE AREA.

Man docked in Badagry over alleged theft of coke valued at N1,000

 A 22-year-old unemployed, Stanley Amoebi, was on Friday charged before a Badagry Chief Magistrates’ Court in Lagos State for allegedly stealing a pack of coke valued at N1,000.

The accused, whose address is unknown, is facing a charge of stealing.

Zamfara State Official Jailed 29 Years Over Fertilizer Scam

A High Court in Katsina State has sentenced a man, Nasiru Gusau (alias Nasiru Succer) to 29 years imprisonment for diverting seven trucks or 4, 200 bags of fertilizer in Yola, Adamawa State.

Oil marketers pledge to end queues nationwide

Oil marketers on Friday said they have dispatched 700 trucks of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), to Abuja as part of efforts to end fuel queues at filling stations nationwide.

This is contained in a communiqué issued at the end of a meeting they held in Abuja with the Federal Government and other stakeholders in oil and gas sector.

Can You Do This On Your Wedding Day? (PHOTO)

Lol...... Can You Do This On Your Wedding Day?

Buhari condoles with Ghana over fire, flood tragedies

 President Muhammadu Buhari has condoled with the government and people of Ghana over the dual tragedy of flooding and fire outbreak which claimed scores of lives in that country.

Robbers invade Alausa Secretariat, cart away N3 Mn

Suspected armed robbers have invaded Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Alausa Secretariat, Ikeja, carting away a sum of N3 million kept in the ministry.

Vanguard gathered that the robbers attacked the ministry’s Account Department at the early hours of Friday, through the ceiling, where they carted away the fund.

Nigerian Lady Murdered In Horrific Manner In Russia (Photo)

A young Nigerian lady by the name Tonia Okojie, has been reportedly murdered by Russian master after she allegedly refused to go beyond her duty boundaries.

Eleven Dies As Truck Rams Into Ondo Market

NO fewer than 10 persons were killed and several others injured yesterday as a trailer reportedly lost control and rammed into a market at Owena, a boundary town between Osun and Ondo states.

Dog meat, Ogogoro death toll rises to 32

Rivers State government has banned the consumption of local gin popularly called Ogogoro, following the death of about 32 persons, 15 from Bonny Island and Woji in Obio/Akpor Local Government Areas, and the reported death of another 11 persons in Gokana Local Government Area, which included seven male and four females.

Lagos Thugs Slaughter Five After Naming Ceremony

Some hoodlums, suspected to be working for a political party in Lagos State, have killed five people in the Ajah area of the state.

Our correspondents learnt that the victims were coming from a naming ceremony when the men waylaid, and opened fire on their bus.

Death toll now 31 in Yola market blast – emergency official

At least 31 people were killed when an explosion ripped through a busy market in Yola, an emergency official said on Friday.

“So far, we have 31 dead victims and 38 people in hospital receiving treatment” as a result of Thursday’s blast, the National Emergency Management Agency’s coordinator in the city Sa’ad Bello told AFP.

“Some whose injuries were not severe were discharged,” he added.

Wizkid Gets Honoured At Cyprus International University (photo)

Pop singer, Wizkid has been honoured with an award for his selfless contribution to the Nigerian music industry as well as taking his music to the world.

N3BN Fraud: Sheriff spends 2nd day with EFCC

Former Borno Governor, Ali Modu Sheriff spent his second day with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Thursday, trying to explain all that he knew about the alleged siphoning of over N300 billion under his watch.

The operatives, who started questioning Sheriff at 6pm on Wednesday merely allowed him some breathing space on Wednesday night and ordered him to report on Thursday for more grilling, a directive, he obliged.

14 JSS Students Arrested For Cultism In Edo(photo)

NO fewer than 14 Junior Secondary School, JSS, students have been arrested by the Police in Edo State over alleged involvement in cult-related activities in Benin.

Vanguard gathered that the students, whose ages ranged from 12 to 15 years, were said to have been picked by policemen at Oguola Secondary School, along St. Saviour Road in the state capital and were being screened at the State Criminal Investigation Department, SCID, Police headquarters, Benin.

Obama to meet Iraq PM, Buhari on G7 summit sidelines – W. House

US President Barack Obama will meet Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi on the sidelines of a weekend Group of Seven summit in Germany, the White House said Thursday.

The meeting will allow Obama to discuss the “situation on the ground and our effort to support Iraqi forces,” senior White House aide Ben Rhodes told reporters in a conference call ahead of Obama’s trip.

Nigeria Moves Two Places Up In Latest FIFA Ranking.

Despite moving two places up in the monthly Fifa ranking released on Thursday, the Super Eagles are ranked seventh in Africa

Nigeria have moved up to the 42nd position in the latest Fifa global rankings released on Thursday.

The Eagles remain the seventh ranked African side behind Algeria, Cote d'Ivoire, Ghana, Tunisia, Cape Verde Island and Senegal.

Mark, Ekweremadu leave NASS premises without convoy, aides

FOLLOWING the valedictory session marking end of the 7th Senate, outgoing Senate President, David Mark and his deputy, Ike Ekweremadu, yesterday evening left the premises of the National Assembly without the usual convoy of vehicles.

Auto Parts Dealer ‘inserts’ Cocaine In Anus (PICTURE)

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) yesterday arrested Tochukwu Nzom, 46, for allegedly inserting 225 grammes of cocaine in his anus. He was about boarding an Air France flight to Paris, France at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport (MMIA) in Ikeja, Lagos when he was arrested. He tested positive for narcotics on being screened.

Buhari charges corps members on fight against corruption

President Muhammadu Buhari, yesterday, charged National Youths Service Corps, NYSC, members to join hands with his administration in the fight against corruption in the country.

Nigerian Civil Society Launch “BUHARIMETER” To Track Buhari’s Campaign Vows

A civic group has launched an online application to track the delivery of pre-election promises made by Nigeria’s president, Muhammadu Buhari.

The web-app [http://www.buharimeter.ng/], announced on Monday, holds data on all promises made by both the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, and Mr. Buhari while campaigning for the 2015 general elections.

Impeachment scare: Fayose, supporters jubilate as APC lawmakers’ tenure expires

Governor Ayodele Fayose of Ekiti State has called out his supporters to rejoice with him on the streets today over the expiration of the term of the 19 All Progressives Congress, APC, who had been at loggerheads with him. Expressing relief at the end of the tenure of the lawmakers yesterday, the governor said the end of the term of the APC controlled legislative House was now an opportunity for him to get into the act of governance.

Houseboy ‘Steals’ Ex- Minister Akinyemi’s N11m Watch

For allegedly stealing an N11 million wristwatch from former Minister of External Affairs , Prof . Bolaji Akinyemi , a 29 - year - old man Paul Agbota, has been charged to court .

Don’t scrap amnesty programme, ex-militants beg Buhari

Niger Delta ex-militants, under the aegis of Justice Group, have said that their survival may be in grave danger, should President Muhammadu Buhari scrap the amnesty programme. Leader of the ex-militants, David Owhegbe, who spoke yesterday in Jesse, Ethiope West Local Government Area of Delta State, said:

Zack Orji Gets Tattooed On Set (photos)

Nollywood veteran actor Zack Orji gets tatted up, and you will begin to wonder why, but not to worry , this is just a temporary tattoo just to suit a role in his current movie, lol.

Fans blasts Harrysong for wearing bathroom slippers

Kcee recently share a photo of himself and his label mate/best friend -Harrysong on instagram.

The photo showed both of them in the studio working but fans didn’t find Harrysong ’s slippers funny.

Alibaba Blasts Women Who Expose Boobs, Other Body Parts In Public[see PHOTOS]

What the comedian wrote this on instagram after posting the pic below

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Kidnappers of Ondo regent demand N20m ransom

BARELY 48 hours after the regent of Akungba Akoko in Ondo State, Princess Toyin Omosowon, was kidnapped with her aides, their abductors have demanded for a N20 million ransom.

Buhari Set To Become Next OPEC President - PM News

President Muhammadu Buhari is set to become the next President of the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), as Nigeria still retains its seat, an official of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) said on Thursday in Abuja.

ICPC quizzes Okiro, others over alleged N275.5m fraud

The Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), yesterday, quizzed formeer Inspector-General of Police and Chairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC), Chief Mike Okiro, over an alleged N275 million fraud at the commission.

N8bn Scam: Cash Assistant Has N134m In One Account, Says EFCC

Hearing in the case of the N8bn currency scam, involving six Central Bank of Nigeria officials and other bankers, continued at the Federal High Court, Ibadan, on Wednesday as the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission alleged that one of the accused persons, Mr. Ayodeji Alase of First Bank, had property worth hundreds of millions of naira.

Ex-militants barricade E-West Road

Protesting ex-militants, yesterday, barricaded the Mbiama axis of the East-West Road over alleged non-payment of their allowances by the amnesty office.

The protesters, led by the Bayelsa State Third Phase Amnesty chairman, Ebi John, trooped to the road as early as 7a.m., and blocked the road, obstructing free flow of traffic.

Photos Of Victims From Yola Market Bomb Blast

As we Reportedly Earlier, 10 have reportedly died and 30 injured after a bomb blast suspected to be from a suicide bomber occurred in Yola Adamawa state.According to eyewitnesses,the blast happened today in front of the Jimeta main market at about 7:45pm.The explosion occurred as many traders closed their shops, and started rushing home.

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15-year-old dies aborting 5-month pregnancy; lover docked

A 20-year-old man, Sodiq Sulaimon, yesterday appeared before an Ikeja High Court for allegedly procuring abortion for his 15-year-old lover (names withheld), who died in the process.

The defendant is facing a one-count charge of manslaughter brought against him by Lagos State Government, for which he pleaded not guilty.