Thursday, 30 November 2017

NigerianEye: “Jonathan became president by “misfortune or fortune“ – Saraki” plus 29 more

NigerianEye: “Jonathan became president by “misfortune or fortune“ – Saraki” plus 29 more


Jonathan became president by “misfortune or fortune“ – Saraki

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 04:55 PM PST

The Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, said former President Goodluck Jonathan was never desperate for power, but got there by providence. He stated this on Thursday in Abuja at the unveiling of...

Paris Club refund: Court freezes seven accounts linked to governors’ forum

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 04:50 PM PST

The Federal High Court in Abuja has frozen seven separate accounts which, according to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, were used by the Nigerian Governors' Forum to launder the sum of...

FIFA World Cup Draw: Who will Nigeria be paired with today?

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 04:39 PM PST

Millions of Nigerians are anxious to know the group in which the Super Eagles will land as the 2018 World Cup draws are made today in Russia. There are growing concerns over the pedigree of the...

Ikoyi Cash: Union bank claims ownership of Flat 7B

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 04:22 PM PST

Union Bank of Nigeria Plc has claimed ownership of Flat 7B in Osborne Towers, Ikoyi, where large sums of money were found. The sums found in the flat, which were forfeited to the Federal...

Cross River breaks Nigeria’s budget record; hits N1 trillion

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 12:28 PM PST

Gov. Ben Ayade of Cross River has presented a budget of N1.3 trillion for the 2018 fiscal year to the Cross River House of Assembly for deliberation and passage, the News Agency of Nigeria...

Christmas Traditions in Nigeria

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 11:23 AM PST

 Image Source: Rob Whittaker Christmas is not only one of the most awaited world-wide festival celebrating the birth of Lord Jesus Christ, but it is also a popular...

Mugabe recovering from cold after “resignation shock”

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 12:21 PM PST

(dpa/NAN) Catholic priest and long-standing friend of Mugabe, Fidelis Mukonori says ousted Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe is in good spirits, though recovering from a touch of cold. Mukonori...

VIDEO: Like father, like son - Cristiano Ronaldo's 7-year old son scores stunning freekick

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 12:10 PM PST

Cristiano Ronaldo appears to have competition for free-kick supremacy,from his son Cristiano Ronaldo (Jnr) The Real Madrid star posted a video on Instagram of his seven-year-old son Cristiano Jr....

Presidency approved $40 million contract to Jonathan’s cousin’s firm, EFCC tells Court

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 11:59 AM PST

Trial of a cousin to former President Goodluck Jonathan, Mr. Azibaola Robert and his wife, Stella, took a new dimension on Thursday, as the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, told the...

I take responsibility for Maina’s reinstatement – Perm Sec

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 11:52 AM PST

The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Mr Abubakar Magaji, has owned up to administrative lapses in the purported reinstatement of dismissed former Chairman, Pension Reform Task Team,...

On-Air-Personality Freeze Tackles Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo's Stance On Tithing

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 09:53 AM PST

In a video which has gone viral on social media, Nigerian Pastor and Founder of Kingsway International Christian Center located in the United Kingdom with branches in Nigeria, Matthew Ashimolowo...

Goodluck Jonathan believed I was responsible for the disappearance of Chibok schoolgirls - Borno state governor

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 02:31 PM PST

Kashim Shettima, governor of Borno state, says President Goodluck Jonathan nearly removed him in 2014 with the belief that he was responsible for the disappearance of Chibok schoolgirls. He said...

Maina: I did not endorse letter for ex-Pension Chairman’s reinstatement – Head of Service, Oyo-Ita

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 09:47 AM PST

The Head of Service of the Federation, Mrs. Winfred Oyo Ita, on Thursday denied endorsing the letter for the reinstatement of former Chairman of the Presidential Task Force on Pension Reform,...

Banky W addresses rivalry between Davido and Wizkid, congratulates both artistes on Mobo award win

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 09:55 AM PST

Newly-wed singer, Banky W, took to his IG page to congratulate his fellow singer, Davido on his win as 'Best African act' at the Mobo Awards. In the same post, he took out time to address...

Drama as HOS, Oyo-Ita, Ministry of Interior disagree over ex-Pension boss’ reinstatement

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 09:43 AM PST

There was a mild drama between the Ministry of Interior and the Head of Civil Service, HoS, Winifred Oyo-Ita, on Thursday over the reinstatement of former Chairman of the Presidential Task Force on...

Goodluck Was Never Power Hungry – Saraki

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 10:16 AM PST

President of the Senate, Dr Bukola Saraki, said former President Goodluck Jonathan was never desperate for power, but got there by providence. He stated this on Thursday in Abuja at the unveiling...

2018 budget is built on wrong foundation – Senator Barau

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 09:42 AM PST

The Senator representing Kano North Senatorial district, Jibrin Barau, has said that the 2018 budget being debated was built on wrong foundations.  He said this while contributing to debates on...

Slave trade:Protest holds in front of Libyan Embassy (VIDEO)

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 09:43 AM PST

Dozens of people on Thursday embarked on protest condemning slave auction in Libya. The protest is being held in front of Libyan embassy, United Kingdom. Protesters were seen holding placards with...

SEC DG, Gwarzo, two others suspended

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 09:50 AM PST

The Minister of Finance, Mrs. Kemi Adeosun, has suspended the Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Mounir Gwarzo.  This was disclosed in a statement signed by...

2019: Kwankwaso tells supporters to dump APC

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 09:47 AM PST

A former governor of Kano State, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has reportedly asked his supporters in the state to dump the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the opposition Peoples Democratic Party...

Why my prophecy on Anambra governorship election failed – Popular Ebonyi prophet

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 09:48 AM PST

The General Overseer, King of King Deliverance Church, Konum Olekpa, Ntezi in Ishielu local Government Area of Ebonyi state, Prophet Emmanuel Chukwudi, who earlier predicted that the Peoples...

2018 World Cup: Rohr blows hot, says Nigeria not afraid of any country

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 08:45 AM PST

Coach Gernot Rohr says the Super Eagles have no fear of any team, hours before Friday's Final Draw for the 21st FIFA World Cup finals. Speaking from the Crowne Plaza World Trade Centre, Moscow on...

2018: We will deploy every legitimate power to dislodge Fayose – APC vows

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 08:31 AM PST

Determined to win the 2018 governorship poll in Ekiti State, the All Progressives Congress(APC), has vowed to use every legal and constitutional strategies to defeat the Peoples Democratic Party...

NNPC Selling Fuel At N133.28, Denies Hiking Prices

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 08:22 AM PST

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, NNPC, denied hiking the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, also known as petrol, stating that the commodity is currently selling at N133.28 per...

Mainagate: Hold Me Responsible For His Reinstatement - PS Intetior

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 08:18 AM PST

The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Mr Abubakar Magaji on Thursday admitted before the Rep Ali Madaki led ad-hoc investigative panel that he should be held responsible for erroneously...

Buhari travels to Jordan to discuss terrorism

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 08:09 AM PST

President Muhammadu Buhari will on Saturday and Sunday join other Heads of State in Aqaba, Jordan, to review strategies in fighting terrorism, and reinforce joint security structures that will be...

Gov Ayade Presents N1.3trn Budget For 2018

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 07:25 AM PST

Gov.Ben Ayade of Cross River has presented a budget of N1.3 trillion for the 2018 fiscal year to the Cross River House of Assembly for deliberation and passage. Ayade, who presented the budget on...

Ex-VP Sambo Expresses Confidence In Daniel’s Leadership Qualities

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 07:24 AM PST

Former Vice President, Architect Namadi Sambo, has affirmed his confidence in Otunba Gbenga Daniel's ability to lead the Peoples Democratic Party to victory in the forthcoming general election as the...

FG stopped Maina’s salaries February 2013 – Adeosun, AGF insist

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 07:10 AM PST

The Nigerian Minster of Finance, Kemi Adeosun and the Accountant-General of the Federation, Ahmed Idris, have debunked the claims by Mr. Abdulrasheed Maina that he was still under the payroll of the...

Magu speaks on EFCC looting properties recovered by ex-Pension boss

Posted: 30 Nov 2017 07:05 AM PST

Ibrahim Magu, acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has dismissed claims that embattled former Chairman of the Presidential Task Force on Pension Reform, Abdulrasheed Maina...

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Wednesday, 29 November 2017

NigerianEye: “President Buhari hints at seeking re-election in 2019, begs Nigerians for votes” plus 29 more

NigerianEye: “President Buhari hints at seeking re-election in 2019, begs Nigerians for votes” plus 29 more


President Buhari hints at seeking re-election in 2019, begs Nigerians for votes

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 08:39 PM PST

President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday night hinted that he might contest future elections.Buhari gave the hint jokingly while interacting with the Nigerian community in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire, even...

Seven things Buhari administration has done to ensure Nigerians stranded in Libya return – Presidency

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 08:57 PM PST

The presidency on Wednesday released a statement on the efforts of the Muhammadu Buhari administration to resolve the migrant crisis affecting Nigerians. Thousands of Nigerians seeking greener...

Robbers hit UBA, First Bank, security guard killed, bank manager abducted

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 05:10 PM PST

There was a broad day robbery today at the UBA and First Bank branches in Lapai, Niger State. Gunmen suspected to be armed robbers on Wednesday evening attacked UBA and First Bank branches in Lapai...

N421 million whistle-blower money ready for payment – Finance minister

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 08:54 PM PST

The Minister of Finance, Mrs. Kemi Adeosun, has said a total of N421.33m is ready to be paid to whistle-blowers for the November batch. She said the amount included that of the whistle-blower for...

VIDEO: On-Air-Personality Freeze Blasts Pastor Adeboye For Asking Church Members To Donate 1 Billion Naira Each

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 05:12 PM PST

General overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor E.A Adeboye has been in the news lately following his exchange of words between OAP Daddy Freeze on tithing. The radio...

VIDEO: War criminal dies after drinking poison in court

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 05:14 PM PST

A Bosnian Croat war criminal has died in hospital after drinking poison during an appeal hearing in The Hague. VIDEO BELOW Watch as former Bosnian Croat military leader Slobodan Praljak appears to...

Why we didn’t take $5.5 Billion loan – Kemi Adeosun

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 04:23 PM PST

The Minister of Finance, Mrs. Kemi Adeosun says the Federal government has raised a total of US$3 billion contrary to the $5.5 billion approved by the National Assembly. The minister disclosed this...

We are considering permanent solution to plight of Nigerian refugees in Libya, Europe - Osinabjo

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 04:05 PM PST

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo says the Federal Government is considering urgent and permanent solutions to the plight of Nigerians refugees in Libya and other European countries. Osinbajo frowned...

Charly Boy group vows to occupy Libyan embassy over slave auctioning

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 03:20 PM PST

The group of good governance activists led by veteran musician, Charles Oputa, also known as Charly Boy, has vowed to occupy the Libyan Embassy in Abuja in protest against alleged crime of slave...

Sterling’s 95th Minute winner ensures Man City extend lead at the top of the table

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 03:22 PM PST

Raheem Sterling curled in a last-minute goal to give Manchester City victory over Southampton and extend their Premier League winning run to 12 games. A Kevin De Bruyne free-kick, diverted into his...

Conte sent off as Chelsea earn slim victory

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 03:14 PM PST

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte was sent off but his side overcame struggling Swansea City at Stamford Bridge thanks to Antonio Rudiger's first Premier League goal. Conte spent the whole of the...

Arsenal Thrash Huddersfield 5-0

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 03:11 PM PST

Arsenal have now made it 12 consecutive home wins in the Premier League following a 5-0 thrashing of Huddersfield on Wednesday night in a match which showcased the Gunners' wealth of attacking...

Fuel scarcity looms as IPMAN threatens showdown with NNPC

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 12:57 PM PST

Independent petroleum marketers in Lagos State have threatened to withdraw their services from Dec. 11 over NNPC's breach of bulk purchase agreement to sell fuel to them at N133.28k per litre. The...

Frank Edoho moves from 'Who Wants To Be A Millionaire' to 'The Price Is Right'

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 12:45 PM PST

The franchise to air international television show, The Price Is Right, has been granted to Genesis Studios, a television and film production company in Nigeria. The unveiling of the show in Lagos...

ASUP suspends strike

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 12:41 PM PST

The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics has suspended the nationwide strike it embarked upon over failure of the government to meet its demands. The National chairman of ASUP, Usman Dutse, at a...

Why I gave N450,000 gift to judge – SAN

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 12:39 PM PST

A Senior Advocate of Nigeria ( SAN ), Mr. Paul Usoro, has explained why he gave N450,000 to a judge of the National Industrial Court, Justice James Agbadu-Fishim. He said it was a gift, not a...

Maina speaks on how he got reinstated, insists Buhari approved his meeting with AGF (VIDEO)

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 10:18 AM PST

The embattled former Chairman of the defunct Pension Reform Task Team, Abdulrasheed Maina, has said that President Muhammadu Buhari okayed his meeting with the Attorney General of the Federation and...

President Buhari reacts to booming slave trade business in Libya, vows to repatriate Nigerians trapped there

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 10:21 AM PST

President Buhari on Tuesday night in Abidjan declared that all Nigerians stranded in Libya and other parts of the world will be brought home and rehabilitated.  The President while speaking when...

REVEALED: What ‘a man of God’ told Jonathan before 2015 election

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 10:17 AM PST

An unnamed pastor visited former President Goodluck Jonathan and asked him to pull down the "altar of Baal" in his government — but left disappointed with the response he got. The "altar of Baal",...

It saddens my heart that Nigerians are sold in Libya like goats - President Buhari

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 09:53 AM PST

Nigeria has resolved that all its citizens that are stranded in Libya and other parts of the world will be brought home and be rehabilitated. President Muhammadu Buhari gave the indications on...

FG suspends SEC DG, two others

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 09:46 AM PST

The Federal Government on Wednesday suspended the Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Mounir Gwarzo. A statement signed by Patricia Deworitshe, Deputy Director,...

N-Power: Scheme gives update on physical verification exercise

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 08:54 AM PST

N-Power, Federal Government empowerment scheme, on Wednesday gave update on those who should not attend its physical verification exercise.  The empowerment scheme warned that youths already...

Tinubu gave me ‘beautiful piece of information’ – Buhari tells Nigerians

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 08:51 AM PST

President Muhammadu Buhari has said Bola Tinubu, a national leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Bola Tinubu, gave him "a beautiful piece of information" which he was not aware of...

Osinbajo presides over FEC meeting

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 08:50 AM PST

Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo on Wednesday presided over the weekly Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.  The FEC meeting had in attendance Ministers of...

2018 budget: Osinbajo’s kitchen to spend N17m on cutleries

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 08:44 AM PST

The vice presidential quarters of the presidential villa set aside N17 million for cutleries in the proposed 2018 budget. Aside this amount, N50 million would be spent on acquisition of foodstuff...

Another Kogi civil servant commits suicide

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 08:51 AM PST

47 year-old Abdullahi Uye Zhiya from Oguma in Bassa Local Government of Kogi State has killed himself by intentionally drinking a dose of substance suspected to be poisonous chemical. His...

Obaseki presents N146bn budget proposal to Edo assembly

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 08:41 AM PST

Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, on Wednesday presented a budget proposal of N146bn to the Assembly for the 2018 fiscal year, allocating 51.7bn for physical infrastructure. Obaseki stated...

ASUP suspends nationwide strike

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 08:38 AM PST

The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has suspended its nationwide strike  Usman Duste, national president of ASUP, announced this on Wednesday during the union's 14th national...

Reno Omokri commends President Buhari for acting on the booming Libya slave trade

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 08:31 AM PST

Reno Omokri has commended President Buhari for acting on the booming slave trade business in Libya. President Buhari has ordered the evacuation of Nigerians trapped in Libya. Read Reno's tweet...

Nigerians stranded in Libya will be brought back home - Buhari

Posted: 29 Nov 2017 08:27 AM PST

President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday night in Abidjan declared that all Nigerians stranded in Libya and other parts of the world will be brought back home and rehabilitated. According to a...