NIGERIAN TROOPS AMBUSH FLEEING BOKO HARAM TERRORISTS

Troops of OPERATION LAFIYA DOLE have ambushed and killed  2 fleeing terrorists as well as captured several weapons and supplies yesterday.

The troops who laid the ambush at the Boko Haram crossing point into Sambisa Forest at Iza, engaged the terrorists who succumbed to the superior firepower of troops and fled. At the end of the encounter two of the terrorists were killed, some abandoned their supplies and fled, one general purpose machine gun and one AK47 rifle were captured. Other items abandoned by the terrorists were  three bicycles, provisions including maggi, potash, peanut and onions.

Kindly disseminate this information through your medium.

Thank you for your usual cooperation.

Colonel Sani Kukasheka Usman
 Acting Director Army Public Relations

BOKO HARAM POISONS WATER SOURCES IN SOME VILLAGES

BOKO HARAM POISONS WATER SOURCES IN SOME VILLAGESInformation reaching the Theatre Command, OPERATION LAFIYA DOLE indicates that Boko Haram terrorists have now resorted to poisoning water sources like wells and streams in areas they were dislodged by gallant troops or areas threatened by offensive operations.

The latest being the poisoning of the cattle water ponds in KANGALLAM village along MARTE and ABADAM axis in Borno State where a large number of cattle died after drinking water from the ponds. Credible information available to the Theatre Command indicates that though no human life was lost as a result of the barbaric act of the terrorists, however, some cattle were killed after drinking water from some poisoned sources.

The action of the terrorists is no doubt aimed at taking their own pound of flesh on the innocent citizens and livestock as a result of the unbearable offensive operations through the combined effort of the Nigerian Army and the Nigerian Air Force to route them out completely from their enclaves and hide-outs all over the North East.

In view of this development citizens are called upon to avoid as much as possible drinking water from unverified sources especially in locations that troops routed out Boko Haram terrorists.

Colonel TUKUR GUSAU
Deputy Director Army Public Relations

DHQ INAUGURATES NATIONAL COMMITTEE FOR THE CREATION OF SAFE CORRIDOR IN THE NORTH EAST OPERATIONAL THEATRE

In accordance with a presidential directive, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has, this afternoon, inaugurated a national committee to oversee the creation of safe passageway into the mainstream Nigerian society for members of the Boko Haram terrorists. Boko Haram members pencilled for reintegration are those forcefully conscripted into the group and those who have already surrendered and given up their membership of the sect and those willing to renounce their membership.

Members of the committee comprise relevant federal government agencies involved in the counterinsurgency operation and representatives of states in the North East and Jigawa. 

The Committee’s terms of reference include; to identify implementation partners and establish their responsibilities, to establish a framework for coordination of implementation agencies, to determine funding requirements and sources, to identify technical assistance needs and possible sources, to outline broad information strategies in collaboration with implementation agencies, to determine location of assembly areas, encampment sites, IDP Camps as well as safe corridors and routes, and, finally, to determine the overall security requirements and concerns in the counterinsurgency operation.

The Committee which has one month for its assignment will also tackle the creation of mobile offices, access roads, feeding and medical treatment for the IDP, skill and vocational training for the IDP, joint media centres and the establishment of necessary structures and receptive centres to resettle repentant terrorist members.

So far, military operations in the contested area have yielded remarkable successes, following the immediate review of the security forces strategy, approach and concept of operation designed to neutralize the operational capabilities of the terrorists and rout them out before the year’s end.

Several strongholds, hideouts and camps of the BHT have been cleared and taken over by our military forces.  Many children and women captives of Boko Haram have been released and currently undergoing rehabilitation process in the various established internally displaced persons (IDP) Camps.

Already, to ameliorate the suffering of the IDP, the DHQ and the services have embarked on aggressive quick impact projects which have significantly improved their wellness.  Notwithstanding all these efforts and achievements, the intensity and momentum of the ongoing counterinsurgency operations have not subsided as most of the terrorists have been decimated through ongoing clearance operations with their logistics supply routes blocked and lines of communications extended, as part of the final onslaught to neutralize the Sect completely.

About 315 terrorists members have surrendered and are being detained and isolated  camps to ensure that the terrorists submit to state control.  The current unfavourable situation for the terrorists in the battlefield has resulted in large number of the insurgents willing to surrender their arms to embrace peace.
Governors of states of Jigawa and Adamawa were represented at the inauguration ceremony.
 
Group Captain Wap MAIGIDA
for Acting Director Defence Information

PDP Calls For Patriotism ….Urges Respect For President Buhari

55th Independence Anniversary: PDP Calls For Patriotism
….Urges Respect For President Buhari

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) charges Nigerians to use the occasion
of the nation’s 55th Independence Anniversary to rekindle the spirit of
patriotism, while exhibiting actions that promote democratic ideals and
peaceful co-existence at all levels in the country.

The party said the occasion reminds of Nigeria’s common root and destiny
as well as her resilience and determination to succeed in all spheres of
life as a strong, united and prosperous nation, irrespective of her
challenges.

The PDP, in a statement signed by the National Publicity Secretary,
Chief Olisa Metuh on Wednesday, congratulated the citizens for keeping
faith in the Nigerian project and working together in building a strong
nation and one of the fastest growing economies in the world.

The party however urged Nigerians to use the anniversary to recommit to
respecting their leaders at the local government, state and national
levels, while paying adequate reverence to national symbols and
institutions.

“In this regard, the PDP urges all citizens to have full respect for the
office and person of the symbol of the leadership of our great country,
the President. The President can be constructively criticized, but under
no circumstance should he be abused or insulted in any way and under any
guise whatsoever.

“On this note therefore, we expect those around our dear President to be
cautious and desist from actions and utterances that tend to set him up
for public ridicule”, the party stressed.

The party congratulated the nation for giants strides achieved since
independence, especially within the 16 years under the PDP
led-administration, during which enviable milestones were recorded in
critical sectors of the polity.

It assured that even in opposition, it would continue to ensure that the
country is not dragged back to the dark years of dictatorship by firmly
defending the tenets of democracy and provisions of the constitution.

The party insisted that the feat achieved through the successful conduct
of 2015 general elections and the smooth transition, all resulting from
the democratic disposition of PDP leaders, must be sustained, as the
country cannot afford to degenerate from its globally acclaimed
democratic credentials.

It also commended the military for the success recorded in the fight
against insurgency in the country even as it commiserated with all those
affected by the senseless acts of terrorism and violence. It also
charged those behind the bloodletting to have a rethink and understand
that their actions cannot be justified under any guise.

The leadership of the PDP prayed for abiding peace in the country and
wished the government and people of Nigeria, happy independence
celebrations.


Signed:

Chief Olisa Metuh
National Publicity Secretary

Compassion in Action is What Is Needed Now writes Kenneth Copeland in FAITH TO FAITH

Compassion in Action

But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered abroad, as sheep having no shepherd. – Matthew 9:36

Compassion. That’s the one thing people need more than anything else in this world. They need someone to reach out to them with the compassion of God. Compassion is a deep yearning that responds to the needs of people. It’s much deeper than sympathy. Sympathy can just sit around feeling sorry for people. Compassion has to do something for them. Compassion is what motivates God, and Jesus’ life on earth was a picture of that compassion in action. His whole ministry was driven by it. It was compassion that caused Him to multiply the loaves and fishes, heal the sick, cast out demons and raise the dead. It was compassion that compelled Him to go to the Cross. And it’s that same compassion that He now longs to pour out through you. That’s a staggering thought, isn’t it? It’s staggering to realize that we believers are the only body Jesus has on this earth now. His healing must flow through our hands and our faith. His compassion must move us to provide for the hungry. It must compel us to cast out demons and set the captives free. “But, Brother Copeland, I don’t have that kind of compassion!” Yes, you do. If you have the Spirit of God dwelling inside you, you do—because He is that kind of love! You simply need to activate it. How? Just like Jesus did when He walked the earth. Through prayer and fellowship with the Father. Look through the Gospels and notice how much time Jesus spent alone with the Father. That time activated the compassion of God within Him. It caused Him to feel what God feels about the suffering of mankind. It stirred Him so much that whenever He encountered a need, He met it by the power of God. Follow His example. Spend time in fellowship with your Father. Meditate on His compassion until it rises up strong on the inside of you. Stir it up until the desire to see others set free becomes paramount in your thinking. Jesus has sent you to reach out and touch a love-starved world with His compassion. If you don’t do it, who will?

Ministerial List: Another Unfulfilled Promise By Buhari by Chukwuma

The Buhari government had two months to prepare for his govt before the inauguration on 29 May but the time was used for something else. By the time the government took off, blame game began with his predecessor in office, President Goodluck Jonathan at the receiving end. How could a clueless predeccesor be delaying the smooth take-off of the government of the most powerful man on the continent? But the reality is the party did not dream of winning the poll instead, they were warming up for a post election crises but God intervened. There was no need for the weapon of the mass destruction but the new government could not take off, despite. Not even the leadership of the National Assembly could be ressolved amicably hence why the Assets declarations made 10 years ago has become a tool to deal with an ambitious senate president. The election of Bukola Saraki remains a tug of war among the APC chieftains and when they promised us that the cabinet would be ready before September ends, not a few believed the joke but a moment ago, the Senate rose up from its sitting with Dino Melaye saying the ministerial list has not arrived from the Presidential Villa. Buhari has described politicians dreaming of making the list as noise makers and he promised to give us the first angelic cabinet that is free of corrupt people. This has already given him an alibi to justify his reasons for not include your name if it is not found there. Whatever you want to know about how this government would be run is disclosed abroad to foreign media. Who says we are not changing? CHANGE is here indeed.
John Chukuma sends this piece from Abuja.

How To Reposition PDP for the 2019 General Election

ADDRESS BY THE DEPUTY PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE AND CHAIRMAN OF THE PDP
POST-ELECTION REVIEW COMMITTEE, HIS EXCELLENCY, SENATOR IKE EKWEREMADU,
CFR, ON THE OCCASION OF THE SUBMISSION OF THE COMMITTEE’S REPORT AT THE
PDP NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS, WADATA PLAZA, WUSE ZONE 5, ABUJA, SEPTEMBER
30, 2015


PROTOCOL

The National Working Committee, on behalf of our great Party, the
Peoples Democratic Party, inaugurated the PDP Post-Election Review
Committee on May 5, 2015 in the wake of the Party’s poor performance in
the last general elections. The Committee was handed a nine-point terms
of reference, the sum of which was to find out what went wrong and to
chart a trajectory for the restoration of the fortunes of the Party.  I
am happy to inform you, our dear party leaders, that the team has
completed its assignment.

In carrying out this assignment, we not only received memoranda from PDP
members within and outside the country, but also held consultations in
the six geopolitical zones of the nation.

Our work looked at critical areas and issues such as Party structure and
administration, Party finance, legal framework, primary elections,
Party’s candidates, conflict resolution, campaign organisations,
campaign finance, Election Day activities, post-election management,
third Party groups/support groups, among others. We sought to find out
how each of these factors has impacted our electoral fortunes and the
Party’s general well being over the years, particularly in the last
general elections.

Dear Party leaders and fellow Party faithful, we understand that the
work of this Committee is just one of the several crucial steps towards
repositioning our great party.  Nevertheless, I can say with every sense
of modesty, that we have given this task our best.

We have made extensive recommendations, the core of which is to end
impunity, uphold justice, entrench internal democracy, enhance Party
administration, promote transparency and accountability, and return the
Party to its true owners- the people- in accordance with our Party
slogan and founding principles.

To this end, we have, among many key recommendations, proposed a
nationwide biometric membership registration to align our party records
with modern technology and further boost the integrity of our membership
records as a precursor to other reforms we have recommended.

It is recommended that the Party should henceforth be self-funding,
relying on membership registrations and enforcement of dues and levies
as its primary sources of income at all levels in line with the PDP
Constitution. This is with a view to ending the prevailing situation
where those who pay the piper dictate the tune.  We have also
recommended that the role of Party leader, which has no basis in the
constitution of the PDP, should henceforth be discontinued at all
levels. This is to strengthen the structure of the Party at all levels.

Furthermore, it is recommended that the Party adopt direct primary as
the sole means of electing PDP candidates for any election at all
levels. The use of delegates has been grossly compromised and abused,
and should therefore be discontinued forthwith to return true ownership
of the Party to the people.

It is also recommended to the party to strictly apply the zoning
principle at all levels. In particular, since the last President of PDP
extraction came from the southern part of Nigeria, it is recommended
that PDP’s presidential candidate in the 2019 general elections should
come from the northern part of the country. This is in accordance with
the popular views expressed in the submissions to the Committee. This
will also assuage any ill feelings in the North over any perceived
breach of the Party’s zoning principle.

In line with the recommendations, we have also drawn a roadmap towards
the 2019 general elections and future electoral success.

Meanwhile, permit me to add that serving on this Committee has been a
great experience for all of us. Therefore, let me on behalf of all
members of the Committee appreciate the leadership of our Party for not
only giving us the opportunity to serve, but also the conducive
environment to serve freely and independently. Likewise, we are grateful
to the International Republican Institute, IRI, for their technical
support to the Committee. We also appreciate their readiness to provide
further technical support in the implementation of the proposed roadmap.

However, our gratitude and sense of fulfillment can only be complete
when this report is implemented. This is not the first time our Party
has set up a Committee; and this is not the first time it will be
receiving a report of this magnitude. The problem, which is also one of
the cardinal reasons we found ourselves in this sad state, is that
virtually all the reports- great ideas, stringent efforts, and
sacrifices by our Party men and women- were never implemented, but
rather abandoned to gather dust.

Let me end this address by relaying to you the greetings and best wishes
of our Party members across the country and their faith in this renewed
quest to recreate our great Party. Despite the setbacks of the 2015
general elections, especially the loss of the control of the Federal
Government, we nevertheless saw across the nation determined Party
faithful profusely hopeful and enthusiastic about reinventing our Party
and returning it on the path of glory.  This resilience is to me our
greatest asset in the push to rebuild and reposition the PDP.

Also, from the feedback we got in the course of this assignment, more
and more Nigerians are beginning to appreciate the PDP as the only truly
national party in Nigeria today with strong presence in every nook and
cranny of the nation. More people are now better aware of the immense
scope of freedom and inclusiveness, which we bequeathed. Never at any
time in our 16 years of leadership did any part of this great country
complain of total exclusion or brazen lopsidedness in appointments into
critical offices. The nation now better acknowledges the fact that only
the PDP can provide a sense of belonging to every part of Nigeria,
irrespective of their political choices. The APC must put the unity of
our country first. Our strength lies in our unity.

Dear party leaders and party faithful, the PDP lost the presidency and
conceded it to the opposition in a smooth transition, thereby setting a
standard that must not be reduced if democracy must grow. The onus is
therefore on every other party to respect the sanctity and supremacy of
the ballot box.  The APC should know that it is the greatest beneficiary
of the electoral reforms and political freedom nurtured and bequeathed
by the PDP government.  These gains must not be reversed.

Finally, millions of PDP members across the country and indeed the good
people of Nigeria are now better informed of the superiority of the PDP
in intentions and programmes. They want us to put our house in order
ahead of 2019. The time to begin is now.


            SENATOR IKE EKWEREMADU, PhD, CFR
Deputy President of the Senate and
Chairman of PDP Post Election Review Committee

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Korede Bello Shares Inspiring Story Behind New Song ‘Somebody Great’ Posted: 30 Sep 2015 06:00 AM PDT Mavin act, Korede Bello took to his Instagram page to share the inspiring story behind his new song, ‘Somebody Great’ featuring ASA. Read what he had to say below, “I vividly remember listening to @Donjazzy’s beats with some of my friends and be like ‘Jazzy’s surely one of the Greatest producers that Africa has produced.’ I also remember buying @asa_music album when it came out – probably the first music CD I ever bought with my money. Listening to her message and her voice thinking to myself ‘I’ld love to work with someone as Great’ Now having both ASA and Donjazzy on the same soooong  makes me feel like I’m on the right path to be becoming #SomebodyGreat someday by God’s grace. Amen” See his post below:

Praiz, Asa, Wizkid Lead 2015’s List Of Headies Award Nominees. See Full List Posted: 30 Sep 2015 05:30 AM PDT The 2015 Headies award nominees list is out and Praiz, Wizkid, Timi Dakolo and Asa are almost on all the categories. See full list of the nominees of the 10th Headies Awards below: 1. BEST RECORDING OF THE YEAR A non-voting category for the best single recording by an artiste or group in the year under review. 1. Ojuelegba – Wizkid 2. Eyo – Asa 3. Wish Me Well – Timi Dakolo 4. Bez – There’s A Fire 5. Cobhams – Do the right Thing 2. PRODUCER OF THE YEAR An individual responsible for producing the most acclaimed song or album in the year under review. 1. Don Jazzy – Godwin (Korede Bello) 2. Mastakraft – Wiser (Flavour) 3. Young John – Bobo (Olamide) 4. Shizzi – Fans Mi (DavidO) 5. Legendury Beatz – Ojuelegba 6. Cobhams – There’s A Fire (Bez) 3. BEST MUSIC VIDEO A voting category for the best conceptualist, best directed and most exciting video in the year under review. This award goes to the video director. 1. Jamb Question (Simi) – Mex 2. Crazy (Seyi Shay) – Meji Alabi 3. The Sound (DavidO Feat. Uhuru & Dj Buckz) – Sesan 4. Katapot (Reekado Banks) – UnLimited LA 5. Baby Jollof (Solid Star Feat. Tiwa Savage) – Clarence Peters 4. BEST R&B/POP ALBUM A category for the best R&B/Pop Album in the year under review (by single individual or group). 1. Bed of Stone – Asa 2. A.Y.O. – Wizkid 3. King of Queens – Yemi Alade 4. Rich & Famous – Praiz 5. Double Trouble – Psquare 5. BEST R&B SINGLE A category for the best R&B single in the year under review (by a single individual or group). 1. Heartbeat – Praiz 2. Baby Daddy – Iyanya 3. Say You Love Me – Leriq ft. Wizkid 4. Do the Right Thing – Cobhams Ft. Bez 5. Wish Me Well – Timi Dakolo 6. BEST POP SINGLE A category for the best pop single in year under review (by single individual or group) 1. Ojuelegba – Wizkid 2. Collabo – P-Square Feat. Don Jazzy 3. My Woman, My Everything – Patoranking Feat. Wande Coal 4. Woju – Kiss Daniel 5. Godwin – Korede Bello 6. Bobo – Olamide . BEST REGGAE/DANCEHALL SINGLE A category for the best Reggae/Dancehall single in the year under review (by single individual orgroup). 1. German Juice – Cynthia Morgan 2. Sanko – Timaya 3. My Body – Solid Star Feat. Timaya 4. Daniella Whyne – Patoranking 5. Cheques and Balance – Burna Boy 6. Bad Girl Special (Remix) – Mr. 2Kay feat. Cynthia Morgan & Seyi Shay 8. BEST RAP ALBUM A Non-Voting Category for the Best Album By A Rap Artiste Or Group In Year Under Review. 1. Baba Hafusa – Reminisce 2. Street OT – Olamide 3. Chairman – M.I. 4. Above Ground Level – Modenine 9. BEST COLLABO A voting category for the best R&B, Pop or Hip-hop collaborative track (including cameos). 1. Local Rapper – Reminisce Feat. Olamide & Phyno 2. Hold on – Joe El Feat. 2Face Idibia 3. Bad Girl Special (Remix) – Mr. 2Kay Feat. Cynthia Morgan & Seyi Shay 4. Shoki (Remix) – Lil’Kesh Feat. Olamide & David O 5. Do The right Thing – Cobhams ft. Bez 6. Sisi – Praiz ft. Wizkid 10. BEST RAP SINGLE A voting category for a single (released on-air) recording of a rap. 1. King Kong – Vector 2. Bad Belle – M.I 3. Bank Alert – Ill Bliss 4. Local Rapper – Reminisce Feat. Olamide, Phyno & Stomrex 5. G.O.D – T.R 11. BEST VOCAL PERFORMANCE (MALE) A non-voting category for the single male artiste with the most outstanding vocal performance on a single song or album. 1. Praiz – If I fall 2. Shaydee – High 3. Timi Dakolo – Wish Me Well 4. Cobhams – Do The Right Thing 5. Bez – There’s A Fire 12. BEST VOCAL PERFORMANCE (FEMALE) A non-voting category for the single female artiste with most outstanding vocal performances on a single song or album. 1. Waje – Coco Baby 2. Aramide – Iwo Nikan 3. Asa – Bed of Stone 4. Simi – Tiff 5. Yemi Alade – Duro Timi 13. NEXT RATED This category is a voting category for the most promising upcoming act in the year under review. 1. Reekado Bankz 2. Kiss Daniel 3. Cynthia Morgan 4. Korede Bello 5. Lil’ Kesh 14. HIP HOP WORLD REVELATION A voting category for the best new artiste in the year under review. 1. Praiz – Rich n Famous 2. Yemi Alade – King of Queens 3. Skales – Man of the Year 15. LYRICIST ON THE ROLL A non-voting category for the Rap Artiste with the best lyrical depth and performance on a single song or album. 1. Ill Bliss – Bank Alert (remix) Feat. Ice Prince, Eva Alordiah & Phyno 2. Vector – King Kong 3. Reminisce – Baba Hafusa 4. G.O.D – T.R 16. BEST STREET-HOP ARTISTE A voting category for the artiste whose songs are inspired by the streets. Such song should captain lingua, which may also be originated by the artiste and popular on the street. 1. Reminisce – Skillashi 2. Olamide – Bobo 3. Small Doctor – Mosquito Killer 4. Mastakraft feat. Olamide, CDQ and David O – Indomie 5. Falz The Bad Guy Feat. Yemi Alade & Poe – Hello Bae 17. BEST ‘ALTERNATIVE’ SONG A voting category for the artiste whose songs reflect any form or style of music which falls outside the mainstream of recent or past popular musical trends. 1. Di’Ja – Awwwwww 2. Bez – There’s A Fire 3. Asa – Satan Be Gone 4. Adekunle Gold – Sade 5. Ugovinna – Rain On Me 6. Simi – Tiff 18. ALBUM OF THE YEAR A voting category for the best album (solo or group) in year under review, that meets judges requirements of excellence (Songwriting, production, rendition and promotion) and acceptability (Sales and popularity). 1. Rich n Famous – Praiz 2. King of Queens – Yemi Alade 3. Street OT – Olamide 4. Chairman – M.I. 5. A.Y.O. – Wizkid 6. Double Trouble – P Square 19. ARTISTE OF THE YEAR Most critically and commercially adjudged artiste in the year under review. Overall most successful artiste for the year under review. 1. Olamide 2. David O 3. Wizkid 4. Yemi Alade 5. P-Square 20. SONG OF THE YEAR A voting category for the most popular song in the year under review. 1. Ojuelegba – Wizkid 2. Godwin – Korede Bello 3. Kiss Daniel – Woju 4. Olamide – Bobo 21. AFRICAN ARTISTE A non-Nigerian award category for an individual African artiste or group with the most outstanding achievement, impact and infiltration into the Nigerian music scene in the year under review. 1. Diamond Platnumz 2. Cassper Nyovest 3. Sarkodie 4. Uhuru 5. AKA HALL OF FAME Special recognition for excellence and outstanding impact to the entertainment industry. 2Face Idibia

Aww! Teju Babyface Shares Cute Baby Pictures Of Himself Posted: 30 Sep 2015 05:00 AM PDT Comedian, Teju Babyface proves he was such a charmer even as a child with his latest throwback pictures. See them below:

Photos That Prove Nollywood Actress, Adesua Etomi Is Nigeria’s Next Beauty Icon Posted: 30 Sep 2015 04:30 AM PDT If you haven’t heard of rising Nollywood actress, Adesua Etomi, you need to watch the latest series of Shuga, because she is about to cause a stampede whenever her name is mentioned. We’re so taken by her because her sense of beauty and style is so effortless and unique in its own way. If you like braids, locks, huge bangs, wild lipstick hues and fabulous outfits, Adesua is your girl! She rocks all these effortlessly. So, keep reading for proof that she’s got what it takes to be the next big beauty star. Just look at that! Her natural hair looks too good to be true. She killed with this one. She looks so edgy and chic. Why can’t we stop gazing at this picture? Those Locks + Hat + Lipstick = Perfection! Her natural hair is incredible. She knows the perfect chill out style. She really can’t stop flaunting those locks. She coordinates the flower with her lipstick, Genius!

[PHOTO] Banky W And D’banj Cover Tush Magazine In Style Posted: 30 Sep 2015 04:00 AM PDT Tush Magazine made its official release of its 11th issue featuring Banky W and D’banj the Ciroc Boys of Nigeria on its covers. The double cover magazine interestingly features two male personalities who against all odds have remained relevant in the Nigeria Music Industry allowing them seal numerous mouth-watering endorsements from local and international brands.

Dr. Ngozi Okonjo – Iweala Congratulates Son, Uzodinma On Debut Novel ‘Beasts of No Nation’ Movie Adaptation Posted: 30 Sep 2015 03:30 AM PDT Former minister of Nigeria, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo Iweala took to social media to congratulate her son, Uzodimma Iweala whose debut novel, Beasts of No Nation was adapted into a feature film of the same title, starring Idris Elba. The proud mum took to Twitter to make this announcement. See her congratulatory tweet below: Beasts Of No Nation is currently being distributed by Netflix.

Mercy Aigbe Gentry Goes Chic In New Photos For Prestige Cosmetics Posted: 30 Sep 2015 03:00 AM PDT Popular actress, Mercy Aigbe Gentry is a stunner for Prestige Cosmetics. The mum of two who was announced as the new brand ambassador for the USA brand in Nigeria three months ago, looks pretty and chic in the bold and colorful new photos. Shot by John Nathan, we love Mercy’s ‘beach babe’ look and envy her accessories by Sparkle Fashion.

[PHOTO] Clarence Peters Gracefully Covers Mystreetz Magazine’s Latest Issue Posted: 30 Sep 2015 02:30 AM PDT Ace cinematographer, Clarence Peters gracefully covers the  latest issue of Mystreetz magazine. According to Sesan Adeniji, publisher of the magazine, ‘arguably, we might say he has conquered the music video industry and film making might not be a huge task for him. Clarence Peter’s new movie”Hex”will set a new standard and direction for film makers.  ‘Hex’ is a horror movie which centers on five young people whose careless mistake haunts them even after a year’. See cover:

[PHOTOS] Jidenna Takes ‘Classic’ To A Whole New level With Breathtaking Ankara Themed Photoshoot. Posted: 30 Sep 2015 02:00 AM PDT “Classic Man”, Jidenna teamed up with All Things Ankara to promote “Nigerian Renaissance” in preparation of the Nigerian Independence Ball taking place in Maryland, USA. Jidenna will serve as the ball’s co-ambassador, taking place Oct. 17 in Maryland, along with philanthropist and model Jessica Chibueze. More photos below:

[PHOTOS] Empress Njamah And House Of Empress Kids Mark Nigeria’s 55th Independence With Stunning New Photos Posted: 30 Sep 2015 01:30 AM PDT Nollywood actress and philanthropist, Empress Njamah has released some stunning new photos with kids from her charity (House of Empress Foundation) in celebration of Nigeria’s 55th independence anniversary. More photos below:

APC greets Nigerians on 55th Independence Anniversary

APC greets Nigerians on 55th Independence Anniversary

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has felicitated with all Nigerians
on the occasion of the country's 55th independence anniversary, to be
observed on Thursday, Oct.1st.

In a statement issued in Lagos on Wednesday by its National Publicity
Secretary, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, the party said the anniversary
provides an opportunity to remember all the nation's past heroes as
well as the sacrifices they made to keep the nation united and strong,
and to rededicate ourselves to the ideals for which they lived.

It said in order to ensure that the labour of those heroes past are
not in vain, it was necessary for all Nigerians, in line with the
wordings of the country's national anthem, to re-commit themselves to
serving their fatherland with love, strength and faith.

''We have no doubt that today's generation of Nigerians have also
made, and are indeed still making, great sacrifices for the peace,
unity and stability of Nigeria. We however appeal to all our
compatriots to continue to put the nation first, and to downplay
everything that divides us and embrace that which unites us,''  APC
said.

The party said since democracy is one of the most precious gifts of
the nation's post-independence era, it is imperative for all to
continue to embrace this known best form of government and never to do
anything that will undermine it.

''We wish all our compatriots a joyous and peaceful celebration,'' it said.

Alhaji Lai Mohammed
National Publicity Secretary
All Progressives Congress (APC)
Lagos, Sept. 30th 2015

TROOPS GUNNED DOWN NOTORIOUS TERRORIST AND ARREST KINGPIN

In an offensive operation to clear Boko Haram terrorists enclave around  Kwatarha and Torikwaptir general area of Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, a notorious Boko Haram terrorist that had been wrecking havoc among  the communities was gunned by our troops on Monday afternoon. During the operation 4 other terrorists were believed to escape with gun shot wounds. An  AK-47 rifle was recovered from him.

In a related development, troops of 3 Division have arrested a suspected Boko Haram terrorists group kingpin, Alhaji Tijjani Usman Damagum. He was tracked down and arrested at Damagum town, Yobe State yesterday. A high profile Boko Haram terrorists’ group member, he has led Boko Haram members on various attacks especially in Yobe State. The suspect is currently undergoing interrogation with a view to arraign him soon.

Colonel Sani Kukasheka Usman
Acting Director Army Public Relations

Dare to Decide by Kenneth Copeland in Faith to Faith

Dare to Decide

Be it according to thy word. – Exodus 8:10

I used to worry about making decisions for God. I used to be afraid to step out on faith and declare I was going to do something new that He’d shown me to do. I’d think, What if I fail? I was so scared of failing, I’d muddle around in indecision for weeks. Then one day I found out it wasn’t my power that was going to carry it out anyway. But it took my decision to move God in on the scene. Once I decided what I was going to do, and committed myself totally to it, God backed me! What I learned is a truth from the Word of God that, if you’ll pay attention to it, will revolutionize your life. It’s truth that carries an awesome responsibility with it, but it’s a fabulous thing to realize. Here it is: The right, the privilege and the power to decide has been left by God in the hands of men. You have the right, for example, to decide where you’re going to spend eternity. You have a right to make that decision, and God will back your decision. God can do everything for you but decide. He’s provided the power. He’s provided His Name. He’s provided the blood of Jesus. He’s provided the kingdom of God. He’s even made us partakers of it (Colossians 1:12). But He’s not going to stuff that inheritance down our throats. Somewhere down the line we each have to make the decision to receive it. Now the beautiful part is this: When you make that decision, God will back you to the hilt with His power. Once you make a decision to be born again, there’s no devil in hell big enough to stop you. All you have to do is decide. Decide now. Declare your decision. Let it be done unto you according to your words. Is God leading you in some new direction? Is He leading you to step out in faith for healing or prosperity or to take a whole new step of ministry? Don’t let fear hold you back.

NSCDC DEPLOYS OVER 50,000 PERSONNEL FOR 1ST OCTOBER

NSCDC DEPLOYS OVER 50,000 PERSONNEL FOR 1ST OCTOBER

The Commandant General of Nigeria Security and civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Abdullahi Gana Muhammadu orders the deployment of over fifty thousand personnel for the October 1st "Independence Day Celebration". The massive deployment of officers of the  Corps is meant to prevent breach of peace nationwide, during the period.

He also directed for the deployment of 5000 sniffer dogs, Mobile survellance vehicle and other gadgets for effective monitoring and supervision.

He lauded the efforts of the officers deployed for the Sallah Celebration for their wonderful performance in providing maximum Security in all nooks and crannies of Nigeria during the Sallah Celebration.

The CG is therefore seeking the co-operation of members of the public in providing information and intelligence highly needed  to curb crime and criminalities in the society; especially in the areas of vandals and other trouble-shooters in the country.

while congratulating Nigerians on the occasion of the 55th Independence Anniversary, He urged personnel to work in synergy with other sister Security Agencies in ensuring hitch free celebration and peaceful conduct of the event.

Stressing further that Nigeria problems can be solved by Nigerians through collective efforts of citizens, by being our brother's keeper.

DCC Okeh Emmanuel

PDP Celebrates Nigeria’s Delisting From Polio Endemic Countries

PDP Celebrates Nigeria’s Delisting From Polio Endemic Countries
….Claims Credit For Feat

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) celebrates with Nigerians for the
delisting of the country as polio endemic by the World Health
Organization (WHO), following the fact that there has been no single
reported case of wild polio virus attack since July 2014.

The party said the feat did not come by chance, but through a concerted
fight against the virus by the former President Goodluck Jonathan
PDP-led administration, with the support of the Nigerian people and
non-governmental agencies.

PDP National Publicity Secretary, Chief Olisa Metuh, in a statement on
Tuesday said the party is happy to note that polio was eradicated in
Nigeria by its government as promised by former President Jonathan, who
had at the 2011 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in
Australia, pledged that his administration would end the polio challenge
in three years time, a target which was met in 2014, when the last case
was recorded.

The PDP recalled that its government in 2012 declared polio a national
health emergency resulting in the establishment of Presidential Task
Force on Polio Eradication (PTFoPE), which effectively coordinated
strategic efforts at all levels of health administration, at the
national, state and local government levels, through special Emergency
Operations Centres (EOCs) across the country.

The party also celebrated the commitment of health workers at all
levels, state governments, volunteers, community and faith based
organizations, the media and other critical stakeholders for their
efforts in tackling the health challenge.

In the same vein, it thanked various non-governmental bodies including,
the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, UNICEF, Rotary International, the
World Health Organization (WHO), among others for their support towards
the eradication of polio in Nigeria.

The party therefore urged the Federal Government and all relevant health
institutions in the country to ensure the effective utilization of
policies and programmes mechanisms already in existence to guarantee
that polio does not resurge in the country.


Signed:

Chief Olisa Metuh
National Publicity Secretary

Photos and gists About Your Leading Celebrities

• [PHOTOS] Waje Looks Exotic And Colourful In New Photoshoot
• Mikel Obi’s Girlfriend Shares Photo Of Her Baby Bump And Post Pregnancy Body
• [PHOTO] You Won’t Believe The Hair Trend Bovi Just Tried!
• [PHOTOS] BasketMouth Celebrates Younger Brother As He Turns A Year Older Today
• [PHOTOS] It’s Bimbo Thomas And Joke Silva’s Birthday, Let’s Celebrate Them
• 5 Celebrity Scandals That Took Us By Surprise
• [PHOTOS] Meet Sanusi’s 18 Year Old Bride Sa’adatu Barkindo-Musdafa
• [PHOTOS] DJ Xclusive Set To Get Married On Saturday. See His Beautiful Wife
• Nollywood Filmmaker Slams Mercy Aigbe, Calls Her Ungrateful
• Yvonne Nelson Allegedly Gets Assaulted By Nigerian Fan For Refusing His Hug

[PHOTOS] Waje Looks Exotic And Colourful In New Photoshoot Posted: 29 Sep 2015 07:00 AM PDT Waje looks exotic and colourful in new photoshoots for video coming soon . She shared behind the scene pictures of her lovely outfit with Patoranking on her instagram page. They were styled by Msmodish. See pictures below:

Mikel Obi’s Girlfriend Shares Photo Of Her Baby Bump And Post Pregnancy Body Posted: 29 Sep 2015 06:30 AM PDT When Mikel Obi shared the picture of his twins, people were confused because there was no sign of pregnancy. Unknown to many people his Russian girlfriend Olga was pregnant with a set of twins but it was on low-key. Since the delivery of their twin girls the couple has been more open about the pregnancy and in her latest post on Instagram, Olga has shared a photo of her baby bump  as well as a photo of her post pregnancy body. She captioned ‘It’s pretty incredible what female body is capable of! Two weeks later and it ain’t no six pack, but I no longer look like I swallowed two balloons’. See picture below:

[PHOTO] You Won’t Believe The Hair Trend Bovi Just Tried! Posted: 29 Sep 2015 06:00 AM PDT Comedian Bovi has just unveiled a new look on Instagram which he says was influenced by eccentric star, Denrele. See the photo below:

[PHOTOS] BasketMouth Celebrates Younger Brother As He Turns A Year Older Today Posted: 29 Sep 2015 05:30 AM PDT Ace Comedian BasketMouth celebrates his younger brother Play as he turned a year older today. Basketmouth who launched his record label, Baron World Entertainment signed in his younger brother Play as his first act in the label. Play has released a new single “Never Lie”. Produced by Dhecade See pictures of his brother below:

[PHOTOS] It’s Bimbo Thomas And Joke Silva’s Birthday, Let’s Celebrate Them Posted: 29 Sep 2015 05:00 AM PDT Whoop whoop!Joke Silva and Bimbo Thomas both have their birthdays today! Joke Silva is a veteran Nigerian actress and director. She has received several awards and nominations for her work as an actress including the awards for Best Actress in a Leading Role at the 2nd Africa Movie Academy Awards in 2006 and Best Actress In A Supporting Role at the 4th Africa Movie Academy Awards in 2008. The 54-year old actress has been happily married to veteran actor Olu Jacobs for 28 years and they are blessed with two kids. This is one of them: She is also one of the judges for the popular music competition MTN Project Fame West Africa. Bimbo Thomas Curvy Yoruba actress Bimbo Thomas came into limelight when Funke Akindele invited her to play a cameo in her flick, Omo Ghetto. Since then she has been waxing strong in Nollywood. The 31-year-old gorgeous actress lost weight and walked more on her body and now she is comfortable with her size. We hear she has a boyfriend but nothing much has been heard about him. She proudly owns a wine store at ikeja Lagos worth 35 Million naira. The store is named Bimbally Wine ‘N’ Liquor

5 Celebrity Scandals That Took Us By Surprise Posted: 29 Sep 2015 04:30 AM PDT With so many scandals trailing Nigerian celebrities, it takes something truly shocking to happen for us to be caught off guard. I mean this year has seen everything from infidelity to assault and battery and, yes, even kidnapping! So, join us as we relive these jaw-dropping moments with you! Look below to see which stars came under fire and made headlines this year: 1. Between Emeka Ike And His Wife (Battery, Kidnapping and Domestic Violence) Emeka Ike’s wife shook the entire Nollywood industry back in July when she revealed her husband had been maltreating her and has on several occasions inflicted injuries on her. She claimed Emeka Ike tortured her physically which affected her health immensely. According to her, she developed a lump on one part of her breast due to domestic violence. And that’s not all, she accused him of ‘kidnapping’ their kids and denying her access to them and also feeding the media with lies. Their case is still in court. 2. Toke Makinwa And Maje Ayida’s Affair (Infidelity And Having A Baby Mama) So, back in June this year, OAP, Toke Makinwa’s husband, Maje Ayida shocked us all when it was revealed he was expecting his first bundle of joy with his ex-girlfriend, Anita Solomon (how complicated can that be!). The lady gave birth in July at a UK hospital and ever since the fitness trainer has been on a social media plea for his wife to forgive him. Toke has since remained mute on the issue on ground. But that story almost broke the internet. 3. Between Ubi Franklin and Emma Nyra (Shades, Lies And Battery) We’re sure everybody knows this story as it sure rocked our boats when it happened. So, MMMG boss, Ubi Franklin was embroiled in a bitter showdown with singer, Emma Nyra who accused him of sexual abuse and battery. She claimed Ubi turned her into a punching bag and sexually abused her. Emma had so many issues with Ubi Franklin that she had to leave the record label. However, in an interview, Ubi denied being in a relationship with Emma and claimed he never assaulted or touched her. He is now engaged to actress, Lilian Esoro who reportedly dumped him during his saga with Emma. 4. Toyin Aimakhu And Adeniyi Johnson’s Many, Many Affairs Toyin who got married to Adeniyi Johnson in 2013, has had her marriage dogged by separation rumours this year and new events early this year indicate that the actors have split up again. Investigations revealed that the Yoruba actress who formerly described herself as Mrs. Aimakhu-Johnson on her Instagram page made some drastic changes on her social media page and removed her husband’s name from her page including his numerous pictures. Apparently, Adeniyi was caught flirting with an employee of Toyin and we learnt he has been doing it for long. 5. Damola Olatunji Fathers A Child With Fellow Yoruba Actress (Infidelity) Some months back, popular Yoruba actor, Damola Olatunji was reported to have left his wife for fast rising Yoruba actress, Bukola Awoyemi popularly known as ‘Arugba’ by fans. Damola Olatunji who is now a father was said to have impregnated Bukola Awoyemi who later delivered a set of twins in the US on January 3rd, 2015. Sources confirm that Bukola Adeyemi and Damola Olatunji’s families had a small introduction after Bukola conceived the set of twins.

[PHOTOS] Meet Sanusi’s 18 Year Old Bride Sa’adatu Barkindo-Musdafa Posted: 29 Sep 2015 03:30 AM PDT Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, recently tied the knot with his heartthrob, Sa’adatu Barkindo-Musdafa, the daughter of the Lamido of Adamawa, Muhammadu Barkindo-Musdafa. The 18-year old who becomes the emir’s fourth wife recently completed her secondary school education and is been enrolled for advanced level studies. See her photos below:

[PHOTOS] DJ Xclusive Set To Get Married On Saturday. See His Beautiful Wife Posted: 29 Sep 2015 02:50 AM PDT Rotimi Alakija, also known DJ Xclusive got engaged in July 2014, to his longtime girlfriend Tinuke Ogundero.  Their traditional wedding is this week, on Independence Day Thursday October 1st 2015 and their white wedding two days later, on Saturday October 3rd 2015. See pictures of his cute bride:

Nollywood Filmmaker Slams Mercy Aigbe, Calls Her Ungrateful Posted: 29 Sep 2015 02:34 AM PDT Popular filmaker in the Yoruba movie industry, Olaide Olabanji, has just branded Mercy Aigbe-Gentry as an ungrateful person, revealing that he gave her a first role and practically made her whom she is now. He told Encomium in an interview that of all the top names in the movie industry today he helped in the past, only Lola Alao has appreciated him. Hear him, “I can only vouch for one person who is no other than Lola Alao. If I help you today, I am not expecting you to pay me back because I believe that I must contribute to someone’s life. One thing I appreciate about her is that she doesn’t forget the fact that I made her; she always gives me the credit even when she receive awards. She buys things for me anytime she travels out of the country. Lola bought the shoe I wore on my wedding day in 2005 and this really makes me happy that she remembers her source,” Olabanji said in the interview. Mercy on her side was working with a company on the Island and she was living in the same compound with my brother at Gbagada, Lagos and fortunately for her, I saw in the compound; this was on a Sunday. She was coming from church and I walked up to her to know about her because her kids and my brother’s children always played together. I asked her if she can act and she said yes, but said she works on the Island. Two weeks later, I invited her to my location at Lekki during the shooting of ‘Sebi Eyan Ni’ and that was all. It is just that we humans are different. God just used me for Mercy.”

Yvonne Nelson Allegedly Gets Assaulted By Nigerian Fan For Refusing His Hug Posted: 29 Sep 2015 01:00 AM PDT Popular Ghanaian actress, Yvonne Nelson is said to have gotten the biggest scare of her life when she was  physically assaulted by a crazy Nigerian male fan in Ghana over the weekend. The fan who was identified as one Elvis Eze reportedly chased the actress to her car and shoved her aside roughly. Yvonne was one of the many guests invited to the birthday party of actress Ingrid Alabi in Accra but unfortunately for her she was at the receiving end of an assault. Popular Ghananian blog, NewsOne reported that the enraged fan launched into a verbal attack on the terrified actress and it took the intervention of eyewitnesses to wrestle  the actress free from the grip of the infuriated man. Yvonne Nelson reported the incident to the East Legon Police and a team enlisted the help of Ingrid Alabi to locate Elvis. But when they got to his house, Elvis was not available and has been on the run ever since.