American celebrities call for release of kidnapped schoolgirls

Some American celebrities took to their social media accounts on Thursday to lend a voice for the release of over 200 schoolgirls kidnapped in Chibok, Borno State, about two weeks ago.

They expressed sadness over the issue and asked their followers on the various social media to join the campaign in ensuring that the girls got back home to their parents safely.

Joining other Nigerians with the hashtag bringbackourgirls, they called on the Nigerian government to intensify efforts in finding the girls.

Asari-Dokubo dares Boko Haram leader

The leader of the Niger Delta Peoples Volunteer Force, Alhaji Mujahid Asari-Dokubo, has dared Boko Haram leader, Abubakar Shekau, to be prepared to meet him on the battle field.

Asari-Dokubo, who dismissed the threat by the leader of the Boko Haram sect, Abubakar Shekau, against President Goodluck Jonathan, warned that 2015 would be “more than do-or-die.”

The Niger Delta region former fighter, who spoke Thursday night during a strategic partnership session with former militant leaders organised  by the Niger Delta Development Commission, recalled how Shekau threatened that the violent Islamic sect would soon come for President Jonathan.

Barber stabs graduate to death during Chelsea/Atletico match

When on Wednesday 29-year-old Saheed Badmus went to a viewing centre on Lamina Street, Egbe, Lagos State, to watch the UEFA Champions League semi-final match between Chelsea Football Club and Atletico Madrid, little did he know that was the last match he would ever watch.

PUNCH Metro learnt that the graduate of Ekiti State Polytechnic was stabbed to death by a barber identified only as Yemi, during an argument that broke out at the viewing centre.

Our correspondent, who visited the scene on Thursday, observed a large crowd on the street talking about the incident.

We will capture South West in 2015 – Kashamu

The People’s Democratic Party has vowed to take over Southwestern states being controlled by the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) before and after 2015 elections.The Chairman, Organisation and Mobilisation Committee in the South West, Prince Buruji Kashamu stated this while receiving 1500 defectors of the APC members led by their leader , Chief Kayode Ajibu into the PDP at Atan, Ijebu North _East local government area of Ogun State.

Naeto C, Tony One-Week, Burna Boy, others rock Club Ultimate Enugu

Superstar rapper Naeto C, comedian turned lawmaker, Tony One-Week, Burna Boy, Yemi Alade and fast rising rapper Sym 19 were some of the guests spotted at Enugu last weekend for the South eastern debut of Gulder Club Ultimate.
The Coal City came alive as thousands from neigbouring towns trooped to the Polo Park Mall to witness dazzling performances from four of Nigeria’s hottest DJ’s as well as local and international acts.

Laide Bakare’s boutique sealed over husband’s scam saga

For weeks now, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC has declared ‘wanted’ Alhaji Mutairu Atanda Orilowo, the new husband of popular Yoruba actress, Laide Bakare for alleged complicity in a case of criminal conspiracy, obtaining money under false pretences and stealing.
The actress’ husband allegedly conspired with some past executives of MTN’s Employees Multipurpose Cooperative Society(MEMCOS), namely Victor Akintunde and Gani Mustapha to defraud members of the Society through his company, PrimaVera Engineering and Construction Company a whooping sum of N2.5bn.

Solomon opens governorship campaign office in Lagos

Senator Ganiyu Olanrewaju Solomon has opened a campaign office in Lagos to actualise his governorship ambition.
The campaign headquarters, according to informed sources, is located on Obafemi Awolwo Way, Ikeja, Lagos State.
Though there is still a strong contention on who to govern the state in 2015 as reports have it that the governorship slot has been zoned to the Lagos East.

LETTER TO THE PRESIDENT: Caution I.G.P Now- Oko Community

The People of Oko Community have called on President Goodluck Jonathan to caution the Inspector General of Police, Mr. Abubakar Mohammed to show respect for their traditional institution.

They made the charge through their President General, Mr. Ike Nwammuo in Awka, Anambra state capital, to express their displeasure at the manner their traditional ruler, Igwe Laz Ekweme was being dragged to the mod at the instance if many Nigerians at the maiden Anambra State Security meeting organized by the state Governor, Chief Willie Obiano.

How to Tell a Guy You Love Him Without Scaring Him Off

Telling your man that you love him will most likely take your relationship to the next level. While you may be ready, you should be sure that he is ready to take that next step with you and that your feelings don’t freak him out.
Determine if you really are in love or just infatuated. Before you commit to telling him that that you love him get a grip on your true feelings.
Can you see yourself with him for years to come? Picture how life would be with him 30 or 40 years from now. Can you picture yourself taking care of him or still being attracted to him even when you are both old and grey?

Chibok Abduction: Senators Criticize Nigeria Military Strenght

Senators from Nigeria’s terrorist-torn Borno State yesterday opened a can of worms, painting a clear picture of how the country’s military and the Jonathan administration have woefully failed to act on intelligence reports that could have led to the rescue of the over 200 innocent girls abducted over two weeks ago from Government Girls Secondary School, Chibok.
Senators Ahmed Zannah (Borno Central) and Ali Ndume (Borno South) gave the heart-rending expose while contributing to a motion entitled “Abduction of School girls in Chibok, Borno State” sponsored by Senate Leader Victor Ndoma-Egba and 107 others. Below are their exact words:
Senator Ahmed Zannah (Borno Central): “Since the beginning of this siege, I kept mute on this issue as far as press releases and press interviews are concerned.