Troops of Operation Lafiya Dole have dislodged many Boko Haram insurgents’ hideouts in various locations across the state, with over 100 terrorists killed, several others arrested and arms and ammunitions recovered. In a press briefing held at Operation Lafiya Dole Media centre in Maiduguri, the Media coordinator of the Operation Lafiya Dole, Col. Mustahpha Anka said that the troops also intercepted two female suicide bombers trying to infiltrate Maiduguri through Muna Dalti, 100 meters ahead of the military checkpoint, where they were halted but refused to stop, in the process the bombers blew off themselves but no casualty was recorded.…
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The Buhari Media Support Group (BMSG) has commended President Muhammadu Buhari on the ongoing anti-corruption campaign embarked upon by his administration. The group in a statement by its chairman, Muhammad Labbo and secretary, Cassidy Madueke, said in Abuja that the campaign is bearing fruit and gradually changing the image of the country as one where corrupt acts are no longer welcome. According to the BMSG, the anti-corruption war of the president, despite the cynicism of partakers in the ruinous looting of the country, is having the desired impact, nationally and internationally and has unmasked the true colour of many prominent…
STILL basking in the euphoria of his victory at the Supreme Court, yesterday, Oyo State Governor, Senator Abiola Ajimobi, has called on his political advarseries to channel their energies to better and more productive ends in the interest of the development of the state. Speaking through a press statement by Special Adviser, Communication and Strategy, Yomi Layinka, the governor thanked God and the good of Oyo State for their steadfastness to the collective vision of a renewed and sustainable state. Governor Ajimobi also hailed the judiciary for their sustained efforts at offering hope to all citizens and justice to all,…
Like every other fashion piece, handbags evolve. We are constantly trying to fit this must-have accessory into our present day reality and craving. 2015 was mainly the year of totes and duffle bags – amongst others – well we have moved on and though it’s hard to say goodbye, we definitely need a ‘2.16’ upgrade. Get on board the handbag train with these stylish handbags. The boy bag It was love at first sight when the boy bag was first introduced in 2011. It has become a classic, and though through the years our attention has shifted to other bags,…
The brouhaha surrounding cultural appropriation tactics employed by the West is one that has occurred time and time again – irking those of African descent – in not just the music/movie industry, but also the fashion industry. Designer Valentino has been under fire severally for this appropriation (a fashion show with white models in cornrows, followed by a show with white models in Bantu knots, comes to mind), but seemingly unbothered, the designer was unapologetic. This month marks the beginning of black history month. That said, fashion designer of the eponymous label, David Hart gets nods of approval for swapping…
You thought you had seen the last of her, huh? Well she’s back, and this time be ready because you’ll be seeing more of her and very likely wearing her name everywhere you go, literally. The former beauty queen has decided to take on the world of fashion by launching her clothing line named eponymously – Omowunmi. The collection features wearable pieces cum classic hues which is the direction the brand chooses to tow. According to the creative designer, the clothing label incorporates “vibrant, colourful and urban designs” that targets women of a certain age-calibre – “This ready to wear…
The Supreme Court will tomorrow (Wednesday) deliver verdict on the governorship election appeal between Governor Okezie Ikpeazu of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Dr. Alex Otti of All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA). The Supreme Court fixed Wednesday for the hearing and as the news filtered in Abia state, people were seen discussing it in different places. The newspaper stand is one place where supporters of the two parties were seen in clusters arguing and expressing confidence that their own candidate would emerge victorious. Members of both parties have taken to the social media to express diverse opinions on what…
Rivers State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has sent a Save Our Souls (SOS) message to the Inspector General of Police, IGP Solomon Arase, following the alleged uncovering of a plot by the State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to embark upon the killing of some selected leaders of Rivers APC by Friday, 5th February, 2016. The party in a press statement said, “Credible information available to us indicate that the ruling party in the State is contemplating eliminating APC leaders in the State before the rerun elections into the National and State Assemblies so as…
Scholars, politicians and activists would x-ray the Nigerian State at a Colloquium on The Developmental State, Politics, Politicians and Progress in Lagos on Wednesday, February 3, 2016, as part of activities to mark the 60th birthday anniversary of Prof. Pat Utomi, who turns 60 years on February 6. The venue is the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs, Victoria Island, Lagos. The high-level event will examine why politicians have not led Nigeria to the promise of the founding fathers. According to Prof. Utomi, it is a discussion no one who cares about the future of the nation should miss. Speakers at…
The Executive Secretary of Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), Hassan Bello yesterday in Lagos revealed that the federal agency frustrated the activities of oil subsidy fraudsters between 2011 and 2015 and saved over $2.7 billion into the economy. Bello who made the revelation during an oversight function visit by House Committee on Ports, Habour & Waterways, said when the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) had fears that oil importers’ subsidy claims were becoming unbearable, it called on NSC to begin a scheme that will always confirm documentation and claims of weight imports on its behalf so as to know the actual…