Monday, 4 July 2016

NigerianEye: “EFCC holds Omisore after several months of 'hide and seek'” plus 29 more

NigerianEye: “EFCC holds Omisore after several months of 'hide and seek'” plus 29 more


EFCC holds Omisore after several months of 'hide and seek'

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 09:16 PM PDT

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested a former Deputy Governor of Osun State, Senator Iyiola Omisore, who was declared wanted just over a month ago. Omisore was arrested in Abuja...

Enforcement of ban on street trading in Lagos starts today

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 09:17 PM PDT

Following the directive by Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos State on the enforcement of Law against hawking in the state, most streets and highways at the weekend seemed deserted by traders for...

Niger Delta Avengers bomb FIVE oil facilities in THREE days

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 09:18 PM PDT

The militant group, Niger Delta Avengers (DNA), at the weekend said it launched five attacks on the nation's oil and gas facilities in the Warri creeks in the last three days. NDA, in a series of...

We are ready to dialogue with all the militant groups in the Niger Delta - Nigerian government

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 09:18 PM PDT

The Nigerian government has expressed its commitment to dialogue with militants in the Niger Delta. The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, said on Saturday that the...

Distorting the Word of God, By Femi Aribisala

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 09:19 PM PDT

In his letter to the Corinthians, Paul found it necessary to answer his critics: "We have renounced secret and shameful ways; we do not use deception, nor do we distort the word of God. On the...

I will be fair to all sections and tribes of Nigeria – Buhari

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 09:19 PM PDT

President Muhammadu Buhari has said he would be fair to all sections and tribes of Nigeria, assuring that he would never marginalize anyone. The President gave the assurance at the palace of the...

INEC must reject Sheriff’s candidate for Edo poll – PDP

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 09:13 PM PDT

The Ahmed Makarfi-faction of the Peoples Democratic Party has said that the Independent National Electoral Commission has no basis to recognise the candidate of the Ali Modu Sheriff group of the...

PHOTO: Military priest conducts mass armed with his AK-47 rifle in Yobe

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 09:21 PM PDT

With the high rate of boko haram attacks in the North East of Nigeria, a military priest at St. James Catholic Cathedral, Military Base, Yobe State was recently pictured fully armed with his AK-47...

Oshiomhole to Nigerians - 'Let us be patient with Buhari'

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 08:29 PM PDT

Adams Oshiomhole of Edo state has urged Nigerians to be patient with the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari, saying that it will take some time to fix the nation's economy which according...

US won’t allow Nigeria’s stolen fund laundered through its banks – Ambassador

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 08:23 PM PDT

United States Ambassador to Nigeria, James Entwistle has reaffirmed his country's commitment to assist Nigeria fight corruption and ensure that no stolen funds are laundered through its banking...

Olympics: Man City, NFF disagree on Iheanacho

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 07:53 PM PDT

Kelechi Iheanacho will miss the Olympics because new Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola wants him to stay at the English club for pre-season training instead. The 19-year-old striker was selected...

Suicide attack kills 119 in Baghdad, IS claims responsibility

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 07:49 PM PDT

A suicide car bombing claimed by the Islamic State group ripped through a busy Baghdad shopping district Sunday, killing at least 119 people in the deadliest attack this year in Iraq's capital. The...

NUPENG warns marketers against fuel diversion

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 07:45 PM PDT

The Nigerian Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers has called on independent marketers to shun the diversion of petroleum products meant for Rivers and other states in the Port Harcourt Zone of...

God has given Nigeria victory over Boko Haram – Army chief

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 07:42 PM PDT

The Commander of the counter-insurgency operation in the North East, Operation Lafiya Dole, Maj. Gen. Lucky Irabor, says God has given Nigeria victory over Boko Haram. Irabor said this during an...

Governor Shettima accounts for funds received for the management of IDPs since 2011

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 07:40 PM PDT

The Borno State government has only received N345 million so far for the management of the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs). Governor Kashim Shettima, who spoke at the Maiduguri International...

Imo workers set to receive three months’ salaries

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 07:28 PM PDT

Imo State workers jubilated yesterday after Governor Rochas Okorocha ordered the immediate payment of outstanding April, May and June salaries. The directive followed a meeting between the governor...

ABIA: My victory a divine intervention - Ogah

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 07:25 PM PDT

Dr. Uche Ogah who yesterday described his victory as a "divine intervention." In a short statement, he said: "I attribute this victory to divine intervention and destiny. My message is that it is...

Ikpeazu and Ogah urged to wait for courts’ decisions

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 07:18 PM PDT

Abia State Governor Okezie Ikpeazu is to remain in office pending the outcome of his appeal against last week's decision of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, which declared him ineligible for...

REVEALED: Reasons why we arrested Omisore – EFCC

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 02:30 PM PDT

Former Deputy Governor of Osun State and leader of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in the state, Senator Iyiola Omisore was arrested for his alleged role in the #Dasukigate, the EFCC has...

Eid el-Fitri: Sultan tells Muslims to watch out for new moon

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 02:17 PM PDT

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, NSCIA, has asked every Muslim in the country to look for the new moon between Sunday and Monday for the Eid el-Fitri.  The Secretary-General...

Euro 2016: France 5-2 Iceland - France thrash Iceland to set up Germany tie + Match Highlights

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 02:02 PM PDT

France progressed to the Euro 2016 semifinals as they brought an end to Iceland's remarkable tournament with a comprehensive victory at the Stade de France. Olivier Giroud, Paul Pogba, Dimitri...

Super Eagles: NFF seeks applications from top coaches

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 01:50 PM PDT

The Nigeria Football Federation will on Friday, 8th July release a short-list of candidates for the vacant position of Super Eagles' Head Coach. However, the Federation's Technical and Development...

Nigerian Military monitors officers’ telephone conversations, text messages over alleged coup

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 01:46 PM PDT

In an attempt to checkmate activities of some of its men in the rumoured plan of a coup, the Military has started monitoring telephone conversations and text messages of officers and soldiers. ...

Nigerian striker, Ahmed Musa leaves CSKA Moscow to sign for Lecesiter City

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 01:04 PM PDT

Premier League champions Leicester City are to sign Nigerian international attacking midfielder Ahmed Musa from Russian champions CSKA Moscow for $21 million (18.8 million euros). Separately,...

EFCC arrests Senator Iyiola Omisore

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 09:14 PM PDT

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested a former Deputy Governor of Osun State, Senator Iyiola Omisore, who was declared wanted about a month ago. It was learnt that Omisore was...

Who is Arsenal's new signing Takuma Asano?

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 12:53 PM PDT

Who is Takuma Asano? Born in Komono, Japan, 21-year-old Asano is one of his country's brightest young talents. He burst to local fame after joining Yokkaichi Chuo Kogyo High School – a well...

Police rescue former PDP Governorship aspirant from kidnappers’ den

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 12:32 PM PDT

Police Personnel of the Safer Highway Patrol team under Aba Area Command has successfully rescued a chieftain and former Governorship aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abia State,...

Arsenal sign Japanese striker, Takuma Asano

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 12:24 PM PDT

Arsenal have secured a deal to sign Japan striker Takuma Asano from Sanfrecce Hiroshima. The Gunners confirmed on Sunday that a deal has been agreed in principle "subject to the completion of a...

Fulani Herdsmen agree to leave Delta communities

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 10:34 AM PDT

The leadership of Fulani herdsmen has signed a peace pact with Olomu Traditional Council to leave Olomu communities in Ughelli South Council Area of Delta State for two weeks. This follows a series...

Police get fresh 102 petitions against Gov Fayose

Posted: 03 Jul 2016 09:50 AM PDT

The office of the Inspector General of Police as received not less than 102 petitions against the Governor of Ekiti State, Mr. Ayodele Fayose, investigations by one of our correspondents have...

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