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Saturday

Wife Accuses Pastor Hubby of Adultery


Worshipers at the Ereko circuit, Di­ocese of Lagos, Methodist Church of Nigeria, are protesting against the reinstatement of one of their priests, Rev Abayomi Okesanya who was sent on suspen­sion for alleged adultery. They have vowed to re­sist the return of the clergy to their midst.

South-South Elders Threaten To Arrest President Jonathan


As build up for 2015 general elections continues to gather momentum, the South-South Chiefs and Elders Council, SSCEC International, yesterday vowed to arrest President Goodluck Jonathan, should he fails to declare interest for second term in office.

Ebola Scare Hits Oko Community, Ufuma


There is confusion at Dr Ike Enemuo’s  country  home Ufuma, Orumba North local government area Anambra state. Enemuo was the Medical doctor killed by Ebola Virus after being exposed to the disease after treating a patient with symptoms.

Anambra: A Little Class Won’t Hurt Governance


When it became known about the middle of 2013 that Chief Willie Obiano was the heir apparent to the governorship of Anambra State, his Aguleri country home naturally became an integral part of the pre – election activities.  On beholding Obiano’s country home, most first time visitors had this question for the thoughtful – looking candidate: Did you ever know that you would one day be stepping into the shoes of governor? The recurring question was spurred by the breathtaking sight of Obiano’s sprawling mansion. It is a palatial edifice which charm spoke as much from its outstanding architectural design as the rustic background scenery.  Aside the stately ambience of the expansive structures, the management of the uneven terrain left you in no doubt that whoever had commissioned the ambitious project was someone with a sense of style and class.

Friday

I Never Abandoned Nollywood -Jim Iyke Reveals


 Few months ago Nigerian actor, Jim Iyke did not hesitate in blushing over and speaking on his friendship /relationship with Ghanaian actress , Nadia Buari, but now the celebrated actor bars media men from asking him questions with regards to Nadia Buari.In a chat with Nigeriafilms.com , the actor was not willing to speak on anything about his relationship but rather , gushed more about his business ventures and others.

Photos:Heartbroken Parents of 20 -year old girl who joined ISIS beg her to return


The parents of a Scottish private schoolgirl who travelled to Syria to join Islamic fighters have pleaded for her to return home.Aqsa Mahmood, 20, left her Glasgow home in November after becoming radicalised and fled to Syria where she married an ISIS fighter. She has since been inciting violence on social media, telling Jihadists who can't make it to Syria,to kill in Britain and emulate Lee Rigby's killers. Her parents, Muzaffar and Khalida, said they were horrified that their 'sweet, peaceful, intelligent' child had joined jihadists in Syria and had hoped she would become a doctor in Britain.In a statement today,the heartbroken parents said..

D'banj Dumps Genevieve For A Billionaire Oil magnate's Daughter


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The founder of DB Records and top entertainer, Dapo Daniel Oyebanjo, popularly known as D’banj seems to have proposed to Adama, his rumoured girlfriend and daughter of billionaire oil magnate, Alhaji Mohammed Indimi.

Governor Obiano's Wife Empowers Hundreds of Indigent Women In Four L.G.As


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Wife of the Anambra state Governor, Chief Mrs Ebelechukwu Willie Obiano (Osodieme) has embarked on another round of tours of Anambra state local government areas to empower challenged people, orphans and vulnerable people as well as widows with her pet project Caring Family Enhancement Initiative (CAFE)
 Obiano’s wife visited Awka North, Dunukofia , Njikoka and Idemmili North local government areas empowering hundreds of indigent citizens in all cadre in the communities from the local government area .
The Anambra first lady explained to the rural populace that her CAFÉ pet project was a well-articulated response to the outcry of the forgotten members of the society whose well-being is just as important as the well-being of the leaders of the society even as she urged them to support the Governor in making Anambra better.

PRESS RELEASE: Allegation Against Gen. Ihejirika Unfounded, Says Gov Orji's Aide.


Abia State government has reacted to the allegation that former Chief of Army Staff, Gen. Azubuike Ihejirika (rtd), is a Boko Haram sponsor saying that the accusation is unfounded.
In a statement, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Charles Ajunwa said such grave accusation should be backed with evidence which up till now is lacking.
Mr. Ajunwa called on those behind the allegation to allow the former Chief of Army Staff retire peacefully after a meritorious service to his fatherland and queried why they did not raise the issue when he was still serving.

See How Davido, 2face, P-Square dominate Channel O Awards


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A 31-year-old internet fraudster, Adio Opeyemi Michael, has been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, for defrauding a 72-year-old Dutch woman of €200,000 (about N40.6 million) in a romance scam.
The suspect, who is a native of Owu Local Government Area of Ogun State, was said to have met his victim, identified simply as Jeanet De Jonge, on Netlog dating site and pretended to be a 41-year-old American citizen working as a chef in a Nigerian restaurant and needs a wife.

Ebola Mars NGO’s Free Summer program for secondary school students


  
The 5th edition of the Youth Rescue and Care Initiative (YORCI) 5-week free summer academic, vocational and life skills training program would have been concluded in grand style but for the outbreak of the Ebola Virus disease. 
According to the Executive director of the Non Governmental organisation, Mrs Bisilola Asenuga, "plans were already in top gear for an all encompassing prize giving and talent fair day when the federal government  issued a directive that all summer classes be suspended" She added that it was difficult suspending the program at the three centres (Lekki,Ooshodi&Festac) as the   1,020 students were already engrossed in different life enriching activities that the NGO  had taken the children through.

Read How '' 'EWEDU' Can Be Used To Cure EBOLA- LUTH Consultant

Professor Adebukola Ositelu, consultant at the Lagos University Hospital (LUTH), Idi-Araba has said that Ewedu (known in English as a Long-Fruited vegetable), has the capability of preventing and maybe curing the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) by boosting the immune system... Prof. Ositelu who disclosed this at the annual African Traditional Medicine Day organised by the National Agency for Food and Drug

Read How 72-yr-old Dutch lost N40.6m in Romance Scam


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A 31-year-old internet fraudster, Adio Opeyemi Michael, has been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, for defrauding a 72-year-old Dutch woman of €200,000 (about N40.6 million) in a romance scam.
The suspect, who is a native of Owu Local Government Area of Ogun State, was said to have met his victim, identified simply as Jeanet De Jonge, on Netlog dating site and pretended to be a 41-year-old American citizen working as a chef in a Nigerian restaurant and needs a wife.

Governor Obiano Takes President Jonathan Reelection Support Campaign To Grassroot


In a more practical demonstration of the move by the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) to contest all elective positions with the exception of the Presidential slot in 2015, Anambra Sate governor, Chief Willie Obiano has embarked on grassroots visits to   local government areas of the State to drum support for both President Goodluck Jonathan and APGA.

Nollywood Leading Actor Bob Manuel declares interest For Anambra State House Of Assembly

Outstanding Film artiste turned politician Mr. Bob Manuel Odokwu currently serving the Anambra State Governor,  Chief Willie Obiano as senior special adviser on Nollywood and Entertainment affairs has  announced his political ambition for 2015. He revealed at a press conference on September 3, 2014 that he will be going for a seat at the Anambra State House of Assembly in 2015. 

Hope to build on Solid foundations laid by Igbo leaders – Jonathan

Read Full President Goodluck Jonathan’s speach at the World Igbo Congress Day, Houston – USA
His Excellency, President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, GCFR
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1. Great, progressive pillars of Igboland, I am indeed very happy to join you today in this unique initiative set aside to celebrate excellence and reaffirm the joint vision for the continuing development of Ndi-Igbo and Nigeria as a whole.

Wednesday

Clergy Charges Parents On Child Trainning

By Abuchi Ifesinachi
The Catholic Bishop of Awka Diocese Most Reverend Paulinus Ezeokafor has charged parents to train their children in the way of the Lord for them to be properly equipped to face challenges in life.
Bishop Ezeokafor gave the charge while dedicating Paschal Abuchi Onwumelu, the child of his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Abuchi Onwumelu, at the Retreat and Pastoral Centre Okpuno, Awka South Council Area.
According to the Bishop, children trained with the fear of the Lord and hard work will have the courage to face challenging situations in life, instead of running away from them
He reminded them of the need to monitor their children closely to be able to detect when they deviate from the teachings they gave them.

Catholic Diocese of Awka Mourns Late Bishop Emeritus

By Abuchi Ifesinachi
The Catholic Diocese of Awka has declared 30 days of prayers for the late Emeritus Bishop of the Diocese, Most Rev. Simon Akwali Okafor who died on August 29, 2014 at the age of 80 years.
Declaring the 30 days of mourning and prayers, the incumbent bishop of the Diocese, His Lordship Most Rev. Dr. Paulinus Chukwuemeka Ezeokafor told newsmen in a press briefing at St. Patrick’s Catholic Cathedral, Awka that all the Parishes in the Diocese have been informed of the demise of the late Bishop and the 30 day mourning period.

Major Cities Subscribers In Anambra May Switch From MTV To Other Networks


Unless something is done urgently by the MTN Nigeria to stop the immediate porting of Anambra people to other networks, the network will loose customers.
Odogwuemekaodogwu.com reports that MTN owns 500 base stations out of the 1,125 Base stations in the state.

DSS Parades 3 Kidnap Suspects


By Abuchi Ifesinachi
The State Security Service (DSS), was on Tuesday 2/9/2014 paraded three kidnap suspects for allegedly kidnapping one Mr. Charles Onyido and recovered a pump Action gun, along with twenty five (25) live rounds of cartridges at a hideout in Ogbunike, Oyi Council Area of Anambra State.
Addressing newsmen, the State Director of Security Anambra State, Mr. A.U. Okeiyi, fsi, said the victim was kidnapped on 28th August, 2014, at Uruezealor Village, Ogidi, Idemili North L.G.A, near his residence and that the abductors demanded the sum of One Hundred Million Naira (100m) from the victim’s family for his release, which he said they reduced to two million, five hundred thousand (2.5m) as at 1st September, 2014.

Who Is Mr. Peter Obi, Former Governor of Anambra State?


 ‘’A man who came far ahead of his generation’’ – Tai Emeka Obasi
In view of recent happenings and utterances, I ask, is it that Chief Peter Obi is a very bad teacher or is it that people just refused to learn? I sincerely believe it is the latter.