Friday, 31 March 2017

‘Corruption should be treated as a crime against humanity,’ Vice President says

Vice-President, Yemi Osinbajo has said that corruption should be treated as a crime against humanity.

Osinbajo also said that Nigeria had been facing difficulty in recovering looted funds from foreign countries.

The VP made the comments on Thursday, March 30, while speaking at an anti-corruption forum in Paris.

President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the immediate deployment of four out of the newly appointed Ambassadors-Designate. This was disclosed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, on Friday.

The EU has outlined its Brexit strategy, suggesting trade talks could begin after "sufficient progress" on a separation settlement with the UK.

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Santos, revealed that it took him just 15 days to make the art work and he felt satisfied after Ronaldo told him he liked the statue.

South Africa’s President, Jacob Zuma, has dismissed Finance Minister, Pravin Gordhan, after days of speculation that rocked the country’s markets.

2.6m to receive free mosquito nets in Edo

No fewer than 2.6 million residents of Edo state would receive free Long Lasting Insecticidal nets, during the upcoming National Malaria Elimination Programme.

Ousted South Korean president arrested

Ousted South Korean President, Park Geun-hye, has been arrested and taken into custody over a corruption scandal that led to her dismissal.

Niger Delta blueprint out in May — FG

Blueprint for the Niger Delta region, designed to pursue the development of the region and end militancy, will be ready in May, about four weeks’ time.

Israel approves new west Bank Settlement

Israel has approved the building of the first new settlement on the occupied West Bank in more than two decades.

All regions get more slots in 2026 World Cup

All football regions will see their World Cup slots increased when the tournament expands to 48 teams in 2026, with Africa being the biggest winner.

Abia State Government lament over large scale fraud in its local government system

ABIA State Government is lamenting a large scale fraud in its local government system, saying that it has discovered about 300 workers who have falsified their age declaration to evade retirement.

Enugu State Executive Council approve contract for the reconstruction of a bailey bridge over Ivo River in Okpanku

Enugu State Executive Council has approved the contract for the reconstruction of a bailey bridge over Ivo River in Okpanku, inAni Nri Local Government Area to be awarded for the sum of N54 million.

Tracklist for Ycee's "The First Wave" EP (Instagram)

Speaking on the fan base whom the EP is expected to cater to, Ycee says he made an effort to showcase diversity on the project and as such there is something for every music lover on “ The First Wave”.

“There is something for everyone on the EP”, the talented rapper says about the project, describing it as one that shows diversity as it cuts across a variety of sounds.

Ebonyi State Governor order immediate suspension of the state Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice

Ebonyi State Governor, David Umahi has ordered the immediate suspension of the state Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Augustine Nwankwagu, for non-commitment to duty.

The Senate has passed amendments to the Electoral Act 2010, approving the use of electronic voting in future elections.

Nigerian goalkeeper Emmanuel Daniel has completed his move to South African giants Orlando Pirates and has received his work permit.

UK sets out plans to replace EU laws

Thousands of EU laws on everything from workers' rights to the environment are to be transferred into UK law as the country gears up for Brexit.

Federal government to deploy all ambassadors-designate to their prospective countries without delay

Federal government has resolved to fast track the deployment of all ambassadors-designate to their prospective countries without delay

Delta govt. lauds LGA boss initiative in healthcare

Delta government has lauded the chairman of Aniocha North local government area, Chuks Oseme, for his initiative in providing a staff clinic in the area.

Delta State Governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa is urging Deltans who are doing well in their different fields of work to invest in the state.

VP Osinbajo Arrives Paris for Anti-Corruption Forum (photos)

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo was at the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) Global Anti-Corruption Forum in Paris this morning.

The Nigerian Senate has suspended Senator Ali Ndume for six months. Senator Ndume is being accused of bringing Senator Dino Melaye, the Senate President Dr. Bukola Saraki and the institution of the Senate to an unbearable disrepute.

Comptroller-General of Customs, Rtd. Col. Hameed Ali, has approved the redeployment of 337 Assistant Comptrollers of Customs to various Commands across the country.

Not yet celebration for Wikki Tourists, says Ibrahim

Wikki Tourists captain and right back, Mustapha Ibrahim, says it is not yet celebration time for the side even after passing the management acid test.

Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State has inaugurated a 7 man Advisory Council on the prerogative of Mercy, with a charge to proffer ways of reintegrating ex-inmates into the society.

Barring any last minute changes, the Senate Joint Committee on Petroleum, Upstream, Downstream and Gas, will on April 24th lay the final report of the Petroleum Industry Governance Bill before the Senate for consideration and approval.

Federal Executive Council approve N403million to buy 15 water carrying vehicles

Federal Fire service is set to witness further revamp, as Federal Executive Council has approved N403million to buy 15 water carrying vehicles.

Chinese President, Xi Jinping, will travel to the United States to meet President Donald Trump at his Mar-a-Lago retreat in Florida on April 6 to 7.

Thin Tall Tony, one of the evicted Big Brother contestants, ran into Katung Aduwak, the winner of the first season of Big Brother Nigeria, and he was quick to take a photo and share with his followers.

Amal Clooney And Her Bump Stun As They Set Out To Work

Rocking a red knee length dress and light brown coat, Amal was every inch beautiful as she smiled for the paparazzi.

Injunction Lifted! Okafor’s Law is showing at the Cinemas Tomorrow

Last week Friday was supposed to have Omoni Oboli’s film, Okafor’s Law premiered to thousands of guests who gathered at IMAX Cinema, Lekki Lagos but it didn't happen anymore when a court injunction obtained by Raconteur Productions restricted the movie from showing.

Super Sand Eagles To resume Camp in Preparation for FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2017

Less than one month to the commencement of the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup tournament billed for April 27 in Bahamas, the Super Sand Eagles will on Sunday this week resume pre-tournament camping in Lagos, with an invited 20-man squad.

Chief coach of the team, Adams Audu Ejor, who made the disclosure in a chat with newsmen in Abuja yesterday, said arrangements had been concluded for the camping, revealing that the team would also participate in a four-nation tournament holding in Senegal between April 14^th to 17^th .

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo to Attend Anti-Corruption and Integrity Forum In Paris

Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, will be attending the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development, OECD, Anti-Corruption & Integrity Forum holding in Paris from the 30-31 of March, 2017.

Delta State Government is urging individuals and communities to desist from allocating its acquired lands across the state to any interest, stressing that it will no longer tolerate any act of encroachment and undue acquisition of its properties.

Speaker of the House of Representatives summons Kemi Adeosun, Chris Ngige and Senator Udoma Udo Udoma

WORRIED by the poor condition of retirees in the country, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, has summoned Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun, Minister of Labour and productivity Senator Chris Ngige, and Minister of Budget and National Planning, Senator Udoma Udo Udoma.

NNPC ongoing reform is to build an outfit with interest in power generation and transmission

Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, NNPC, says its ongoing reform was geared towards transforming it from an oil and gas company into an integrated energy outfit with interest in power generation and transmission.

Benue State Governor does cabinet reshuffling and restructuring

Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom has done a cabinet reshuffling and restructuring with Commissioner of Youths and Sports, Lawrence Onoja, moving over to the Ministry of Information and Orientation.

Sudanese President defy international calls for his arrest by traveling to Jordan for a summit

Sudanese President Omar Hassan al-Bashir has defied international calls for his arrest by traveling to Jordan for a summit of regional leaders.

US federal judge in Hawaii has indefinitely extended the suspension of President Trump's new travel ban

A US federal judge in Hawaii has indefinitely extended the suspension of President Trump's new travel ban.

Myles Munroe was a Bahamian Christian evangelist, ordained a Pentecostal minister, public speaker, and author who was the founder of Bahamas Faith Ministries International.

Born April 20, 1954 and dying in November of 2014 at age 60 from a private plane crash with 8 others as well as his wife on the way to a leadership conference.

"The Fate of the Furious" Vin Diesel explains Dom's betrayal in new featurette

Vin Diesel says that Dom going rogue in "Fate of the Furious," was the only way the franchise could continue the story.

The Fate of the Furious

In a new featurette released for "Furious 8," Vin Diesel said that Dom going rogue and betraying his family was the only way the franchise could continue the story.

Directed by James Wan, the 8th installment in the "Fast and Furious" franchise stars Vin Diesel, Dwayne Johnson, Michelle Rodriguez, Jordana Brewster, Tyrese Gibson, Jason Statham and Ludacris.

Matthew Knowles and Beyonce (instagram)

Beyonce's father, Mathew Knowles is being sued by his former lawyers for an alleged fraud to the tune of $50,000 after refusing to pay a legal bill.

According to the reports, the 65-year-old reportedly hired Lang Ferrer Law in November 2015 but refused to pay the firm over the course of the ensuing months.

It was his moment of glory. That career-defining moment where he was to seal the release of his new project, and begin the long journey towards promoting it.

Iyanya had worked hard to be ready for this moment. The good folks at Mavin Records had sweated, cut the deals, and prepared themselves for a celebration of another achievement. “Signature” EP was already in the bag, and filtering through different digital stores into the phones of millions of fans across the globe.

NIMASA to showcase the potentials of the sector at the Norway Shipping week later this year

As part of measures to attract foreign investors to tap into opportunities that abound in the Nigerian maritime industry, the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, will be showcasing the potentials of the sector at the Norway Shipping week later this year.

Edo state government registered over 63,000 employed persons into its data base

The Edo state government has registered over 63,000 employed persons into its data base since it started the registration of unemployed persons.

Turkey ends Euphrates Shield military campaign in Syria

Turkey says it has "successfully" ended its seven-month Euphrates Shield military campaign in northern Syria.

MFM FC Back to Top on NPFL Table

Stephen Odey scored his 13th league goal of the season as MFM FC returned to the top of the table after a hard-fought 2-1 win against Abia Warriors at Agege Stadium in yesterday's matchday 16 Nigeria Professional Football League clash.

Delta State Government warns individuals and communities to desist from allocating its acquired lands across the state

The Delta State Government has again warned individuals and communities to desist from allocating its acquired lands across the state to any interest, stressing that it will no longer tolerate any act of encroachment and undue acquisition of its properties.

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Okafor’s Law theft saga: Legal tussle begins

A FEDERAL High Court sitting in Lagos, yesterday, ordered advance service of court processes in a suit against Nollywood producer, Omoni Oboli, over copyright infringement on the movie “Okafor’s Law,” on other parties to the suit.

The trial judge, Justice Ibrahim Buba, ordered that advance copies of processes be served on counsel to the other defendants by email, so as to ensure that the justice of the case is achieved in good time.

The Federal Government says it has completed the process of infusing Trafficking in Persons, TIP, issues into the basic and senior secondary curricula.

Arrested Peace Corps members

The Federal Government, yesterday, arraigned the Commandant of Peace Corps of Nigeria, Mr. Dickson Akor, before the Federal High Court in Abuja, over his alleged involvement in N1.4 billion recruitment scam.

Akor, who was docked on a 90-count criminal charge, was accused of extorting money from applicants seeking to join the corps.

The Incorporated Trustees of the Corps was equally cited as the 2nd defendant in the charge marked FHC/ABJ/CR/45/2017.

ABUJA—WORRIED by the poor condition of retirees in the country, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, has summoned Minister of Finance, Mrs. Kemi Adeosun; her Labour counterpart, Senator Chris Ngige, and Minister of Budget and National Planning, Senator Udoma Udo Udoma.

Also asked to appear before the House plenary is the Head of Service of the Federation, Mrs. Winifred Oyo-Ita.

Governor Udom Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom State has signed the 2017 Appropriation Bill of N371 billion into law.

The governor, while assenting to the bill at Government House, Uyo, thanked the leaders of the state House of Assembly for their painstaking effort in scrutinising the bill and subsequent passage that led to his assent.

Activists blockade London Stansted Airport runway to stop deportation flight to Nigeria and Ghana

Activists took to the runway at London Stansted Airport yesterday night, March 28th, blockading a flight filled with asylum seekers being deported to Nigeria and Ghana.

The activists numbering about 14 took to the tarmac at the airport in an attempt to stop the flight.

Using tubes and chains, the campaigners including members of the Lesbians and Gay Support the Migrants group, locked on to each other and a pyramid structure and refused to leave the runway until the flight is cancelled.

Niyi Towolawi set to release new movie ‘Desecration’

UK-based Nigerian film maker, writer and director, Niyi Towolawi, is set to release a new movie titled, Desecration.

Football star, business man and World Footballer of the year, Cristiano Ronaldo has broken another record!

The Real Madrid star scored two goals against Hungary last week, his 69th and 70th goal for his country, Portugal, and then followed it up with another goal against Sweden his 71st, which automatically put him among the top 10 highest goalscorers for national sides in the history of football. Congrats to him!

Delta State Government To Address Shortage Of Pharmacists in the State

Delta State Government has expressed its readiness to address the issue of shortage of pharmacists as part of measure to boost healthcare delivery in the state.

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, says it has not suspended its 202 staff members indicted for election malpractices by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s, EFCC, report.

Deal reached for Syria besieged Towns

Syrian government and rebel groups have reportedly reached a deal to allow the evacuation of four besieged areas.

Fifa President, Gianni Infantino

World football’s ruling body FIFA will get rid of local World Cup organising committees and take full control over tournaments’ organisation starting in 2026, according to FIFA general secretary Fatma Samoura.

“We will organise the 2026 World Cup on our own,” Samoura said in an interview published Wednesday in Russia’s Vedomosti business daily.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) says it introduced the new e-PIN vending registration for candidates to prevent fraud in its examination.

JAMB Acting Zonal Coordinator in Nasarawa State, Moses Akobu, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Lafia that new e-PIN was not introduced to create hardship for candidates.

The president said this would put an end to the "war on coal" and "job-killing regulations". The Energy Independence Executive Order suspends more than half a dozen measures enacted by his predecessor, and boosts fossil fuels.

Brazil has become the first team to qualify for the World Cup after beating Paraguay to clinch an eighth consecutive victory as Argentina's campaign stumbled after the shock suspension of Lionel Messi.

Nollywood filmmaker, Kunle Afolayan is on the set of his fourth film this year. The ace filmmaker will be working on the movie titled Stella and Oba in Ilorin, Kwara State.

Theresa May has signed the letter that will formally begin the UK's departure from the European Union.

Governor Rauf Aregbesola of Osun State has set up a five-man commission of enquiry to unravel the remote and immediate causes of the crisis that ravaged the ancient city of Ile-ife on March 8, 2017.

Gov. Samuel Ortom of Benue inaugurate boards of five agencies

Gov. Samuel Ortom of Benue has inaugurated the boards of five agencies, with a call to the members to see their appointments as a call to service.

Nigeria’s President, Muhammadu Buhari, has vowed that never again will the Boko Haram terrorists occupy any part of the Nigerian territory.

The Lagos State Government has approved the establishment of additional Emergency Dispatch Centres across the state to improve emergency/disaster management.

KATSINA State High court has adjourned the case between EFCC and ex-governor, Ibrahim Shema, till June 6

KATSINA State High court has adjourned the case between Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, and ex-governor, Ibrahim Shema, till June 6.

Theresa May has signed the letter that will formally begin the UK's departure from the European Union.

Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr said England will not be a choice of venue for the next friendly international to be played by the national team.

Rohr was speaking against the background of the botched friendly against Burkina Faso in London. The match was abandoned after Burkina Faso failed to get UK visas for most of their players.

Brazil became the first team to qualify for the World Cup on Tuesday after beating Paraguay to clinch an eighth consecutive victory as Argentina's campaign stumbled after the shock suspension of Lionel Messi.

Five-time champions Brazil had been left waiting in suspense after goals from Neymar, Philippe Coutinho and Marcelo handed them a 3-0 win over the Paraguayans at Sao Paulo's Arena Corinthians.

Britain's Prime Minister Theresa May signs the official letter to signal the UK's intention to leave the EU at 10 Downing Street on March 28, 2017.

British Prime Minister Theresa May on Tuesday signed the historic letter that will launch Brexit when it is delivered to Brussels on Wednesday, a photo released by her office showed.

Sitting in front of a lone Union Jack national flag and a portrait of Britain's first prime minister, Robert Walpole, a serene-looking May signed the letter to begin the country's departure from the European Union.

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In a Publication by Forbes, Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff, was termed as the Top Innovator of the decade. Well, it’s just fair enough confessing that he deserves it. Critically looking at his business life and tracing his steps, you’ll find something to take home.

If you are an emerging entrepreneur in the technology realm, here are a few things you can implement from Marc Benioff:

Do you have 50 great ideas a day? New business plans? New blogs to start? New books to write? New courses to create? New speeches to give? New inventions to launch?

You may even start on some of these projects but lose motivation very quickly. It seems like ideas come up and fly away without you taking action on them. You’re wondering why some people can start on projects and keep pushing forward while you tend to lose interest after you start something.

Well, here’s the thing. Motivation isn’t something you’re born with. It’s not that some people are naturally motivated and others aren’t motivated at all. The big secret is that motivation can be cultivated which means that you too can do something to improve the level of motivation in your life. When you feel like scrapping the idea because you’ve lost interest, have a look at your motivation tank.

Here are 7 unspoken rules of motivation that will help you move forward to achieving your dreams:

Life can be really difficult if you don’t know how to influence others. Whether you’re an entrepreneur or professional, your success depends mostly on your ability to get others to do what you want. Unfortunately, many people think that being persuasive is something that only certain people can do.

Because of this, they find themselves in a position where it’s almost impossible to move forward. It’s like they hit a gigantic roadblock and they have no idea how to get around it. We’ve all been there.

If you’re a salesperson or an entrepreneur, you have probably had trouble convincing prospects to become customers. Perhaps you’re a manager who needs to motivate your team to perform better.

Here are the five steps that persuasive people do to get others to do what they want:

FIFA’s disciplinary panel has dealt a four-match ban to Lionel Messi after ruling that the Argentina forward verbally abused a match official in a World Cup qualifying game against Chile.