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http://ift.tt/eA8V8J …Gives condition for ceasefire …Terrorists disguising as epilepsy, abdominal pain patients —Adamawa govt By Omeiza Ajayi, with agency report The shadowy leader of Boko Haram, Abubakar Shekau, in a new video, claimed victory in last Thursday’s attack on Maiduguri, Borno State, boasting to use the arms allegedly seized by his men from fleeing soldiers to carry out more attacks on the city. This came on a day Adamawa State government alerted Nigerians to be careful of the antics of the Boko Haram sect, saying its members now disguise as epilepsy and abdominal pain patients to carry out their nefarious acts among large crowds. The police and the Nigeria military had in separate statements issued on Friday said the attack on Maiduguri was effectively repelled and that three Boko Haram fighters were killed, while one was captured alive. However, Shekau also boasted that his group was invincible, saying the Federal Government must accept Islam and repent from its ‘...

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J …Insists DSS never raided his residence By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA—The Chief Justice of Nigeria, CJN, Justice Walter Onnoghen, yesterday, denied reports that the Department of State Service, DSS, recovered $9 million from his home. In a statement he issued last night, the CJN, maintained that the DSS has never searched his residence, even as he alleged plot to tarnish his image. The CJN bemoaned that false report that DSS found $9m in his home is already “circulating online”, saying he would, however, not be distracted by those sponsoring campaign of calumny against him. The statement which was signed by media aide to the CJN, Mr. Awassam Bassey, read: “The attention of His Lordship, the Honourable Chief Justice of Nigeria, the Hon Justice Walter Samuel Nkanu Onnoghen has been drawn to reports circulating online alleging that the Department of State Security (DSS) allegedly found Nine Million US dollars in his home. “His Lordship the CJN advises the public ...

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J By Etop Ekanem lagos—President-General of United Allied Spare Parts Dealers Association, UASPDA, Chief Bartholomew Achukwu, has said the association is collaborating with Standards Organisation of Nigeria, SON, to checkmate influx of fake auto spare parts into the country. He stated this during the second anniversary of the association at the UASPDA complex, Trade Fair Complex, Lagos, According to Achukwu; “We are not in support of fake auto parts. Any time we stumble on fake products, we invite SON. We need the assistance of the Federal Government. We want the government to allocate more forex at a reduced rate to allow us import the parts and sell them at cheap prices. We will be very happy if SON can establish an office in UASPDA Complex so that we will be in close collaboration to checkmate influx of fake parts” The post Auto parts dealers partner SON against fake parts appeared first on Vanguard News . Vía Vanguard News http://ift.tt/2tb14nD

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J By Gabriel Ewepu HOST communities of Indorama Eleme Petrochemicals in Eleme Local Government Area of Rivers State says Elano Investment Limited no longer holds their mandate. This was contained in a statement by the National President, Supreme Council of Niger Delta Youth Council Worldwide, SCNDYCW, Ekamon Michael. Quoting a petition to the Senate, Michael explained that during the privatisation of Eleme Petrochemicals Limited, shares were allotted by the Bureau of Public Enterprises, BPE, to the host communities. According to him, the allotment was done in the spirit of allowing the participation of the host communities in the affairs of companies on their land, particularly with regards to the volatile nature and situation of the Niger Delta. The spokesperson alleged, however, that since the acquisition of the shares, no report had been made to the host communities. The petition read in part: “That any interest or shares accruable to the host communities sh...

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J …Addressing power issue in Refrigerator More than 1 billion tons of food, according to study  is wasted annually in the continent,  especially in Nigeria  due to poor storage facilities and limited cold storage. Beacuse  Refrigerator is one of the most needed appliances in every home because of its function in preserving, storing and keeping food items cool and fresh, consumers now  look for refrigerators that are durable, spacious, fast cooling and most importantly backed with warranty. A close monitoring of  market activities  in Lagos last week on why consumers buy a particular   Refrigerator has shown that warranty period is a strong factor. Backed with  10-year warranty in linear compressor in its  Refrigerator segment, LG Electronics appears to have become the consumers delight in Nigeria market  as a result of the durability of most of its products particularly the refrigerator that comes in vari...

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J BY Juliet Ebirim The Managing Director and CEO of Wosina Global Services Limited, Prince Lewis Osobase recently opened a multimillion naira plaza in Festac town which attracted big wigs in the area. The multipurpose plaza located in Festac Town area of Lagos since its launch has become a mecca of sorts as it has drawn people from far and near. For those in the know, the plaza is one of the treats Lewis gifted his delectable wife and will prefer to remain in the background while she runs the place. Daphina Place is certainly more than a traditional retail center, as it boasts of an eatery, salon, spa, communication and entertainment options, well stocked and equipped to attract residents. According to the Edo born oil mogul, “We opened this place to the glory of God. We have taken our time to provide this unique place which offers a mix of everyday favourites for people far and near, this will give them a worthwhile experience.” he stated. Friends and families ...

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J By Emmanuel Aziken Yesterday, the country’s democratic enterprise crossed another milestone with the celebration of the second anniversary of the 8th National Assembly. Even more, it stretched the life of the legislature in the Fourth Republic to an unprecedented 18 years. The legislature at other times was not always encouraging. The Third Republic legislature which lasted for 23 months was unarguably the most ridiculed. Gen. Ibrahim Babangida who conceived that unique form of diarchy with the express intention of using the legislature to win democratic credentials to his military regime nevertheless constrained the legislators to amuse themselves with legislating on the arts, culture, and tourism. They were forbidden from the serious acts of governance or scrutinizing the finances of the military government. The Second Republic legislature like the First Republic had men and women who held their own against whoever was the leader of the executive arm of gover...

http://ift.tt/2qrQEQx … Rivers, Delta, Akwa Ibom get highest payment By Emma Ujah The Federal Government has paid the sum of N516.38 billion to states as refunds on over-deductions for external debt service. If the governors make good their promises to pay the backlog of workers’ salaries, then there would be an unprecedented economic relief throughout the country in the days ahead. The governors had at their meeting in Abuja, last weekend, promised to pay the backlog of workers’ salaries from the second tranche of the refund. Rivers State topped the list with N34.925 billion, followed by Delta and Akwa Ibom with N27.606 billion and N25.981 billion, respectively. Gombe received the least refund of N8. 945 billion. The Federal Ministry of Finance, in a statement by its Director of Information, Mr. Salisu Na’Inna, in Abuja, yesterday, said the payment was in line with the approval of President Muhammadu Buhari on November 21, 2016, in partial settlement of long-standing claims b...

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J By Moses Nosike The acting President, Yemi Osinbajo while commissioning Procter & Gamble (P&G) plant in Ogun State recently said private sector collaboration, backward integration is the way forward for Nigerian economy, even as government strives to provide conducive environment for business operation in the country. He commended the effort of the company that despite the trying times in the country continues to invest in Nigeria, saying, this has shown P&G’s commitment to grow the economy of Nigeria. “This facility will continue to go a long way supporting economic and social development in the country and investment drive of our administration. I understand P&G’s investments create 5000 direct jobs and indirect jobs and several other SMEs across our country and also help boost Ogun State revenue thereby impacting positively on the overall community and its environs”. Osinbajo said that this investment feat is in line with our policy of backwa...

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J LAGOS, the National Chairman Non-indigene Cultural Association, Comrade Peter Anigbogu has commended the executive governor of Kaduna state, Mallam Nasiru El-Rufai, for his quick intervention, over the threat to Igbo by Arewa youths with an ultimatum to leave Northern Nigeria before October 1, 2017. Anigbogu made this known in a chat with Saturday Vanguard in his office recently. He described the Governor’s action as proactive measure that averted the heating up of the polity and ethnic unrest capable of plunging the Nigerian nation into another round of crisis and bloodshed, stressing that Nigeria is better as a united nation whose greatness is enabled in her rich cultural diversity. The post Threat to Igbo: Group lauds Gov El Rufai for quick intervention appeared first on Vanguard News . Vía Vanguard News http://ift.tt/2r3YnUw

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J By Ugochukwu Alaribe ABA—THE Enugu Electricity Distribution Company, EEDC, said it has started installing prepaid metres in Aba, Abia State, in line with its determination to ensure consumers get value for their money. Speaking at a town hall meeting in Aba, a member of the Board of Directors, EEDC, Dr. Stephen Dike, stated that the company has commenced installing prepaid metres in some parts of the city, but added that it would be a gradual process to check what he described as metre bypass and energy theft by some consumers. Dike said the prepaid metres cost between N30, 000 and N60, 000, depending on the phase the customer is using. welding business steal light at night. This is why we have started fixing metres on high electricity poles. Last year, a sitting Commissioner in a state was caught bypassing the metre. A Chief Judge of a State was also caught in the act. When you have the Chief Judge of a State order the beating of our staff, it is a problem.” ...

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J By Destiny Eseaga FIFTEEN students out of many that were registered and tutored by Adams College, Lagos, were decorated with medals and certificates at the maiden edition of Adams’ College Merit Award,  for scoring 300 and above  in the just concluded UTME examination. Adams College which commenced operation 15 years ago is a tutorial college that encourages bright young minds to become the best they can be, providing conducive learning environment and a culture of excellence which places students at the cutting edge of science and technology through intensive learning and research. The cynosure of all eyes was 17 years old Patrick Delight Kechukwu who score 339 in the UTME. Other students who scored above 300 includes,  Eboh Chinonso Jessica, Lawal Adesina,   Sanusi Oluwamayokun, among others. Speaking at the event, Chairman and founder of the College, Mr.  Adams Adebola congratulated the awardees for their outstanding performance...