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Governor  Yahaya Bello of Kogi state has appealed to members of the state university's academic staff union to call off their strike.(Which would be a big mistake if they comply) Bello, who visited the University at Ayingba on Tuesday, pledged to pay all the salary arrears of lecturers and non-academic staff of the institution this month. He said the payment would cover those on contract and study leave, as well as those employed in 2015. The governor, however, said those who take the government to court would not benefit from the payment.(Listen to such nonsense) "I am going to pay every single dime, compute the arrears of all outstanding salaries. And for peace to reign, we will pay all including those on sabbatical, contract and study leave. "We owe you this and we shall pay you," he said. Bello said issues of education should not be politicised or reduced to mediocrity and sentiments. "Progress, development, advancement, breakthroughs, discoveries, innovatio...

Five students of Adeyemi College of Education in Ondo state have been arrested by the Ondo State Police Command for allegedly raping a female colleague of the  same institution. According to police, the suspects who include Akinola Timilehin, Olagbaju Tobi, Adetuyi Olakunle, Adeyemi Adebisi and Eric Nwage carried out the dastardly act at Road 17, Funbi-Fagun Housing Estate, Ondo town last week Monday. The police said the victim was a student in the Department of History/English and was allegedly raped outside the campus in turn by the suspects. The suspects were paraded on Wednesday by the police at the headquarters of the command in Alagbaka, Akure, the state capital. They were alleged to have recorded the illicit sexual act on video and threatened the victim that they would upload the footage online if she reported the matter to anybody. The Ondo State Commissioner of police, Mrs. Hilda Harrison, while parading the suspects, said the victim had been taken to Ile-Ife, Osun State where...

There appears to be no iota of truth in the earlier death rumour of popular American gospel musician, Don Moen, as the singer, on Wednesday, in a simple twit on his twitter handle dispelled the speculation. In the said tweet, the singer had uploaded a family photo of himself, his father, his own son and two of his grandchildren reportedly taken today. Nigeria and the global community were thrown into shock when an American medium reported that the gospel singer cum evangelist died after a short battle with stomach pain. The website had reported, "An American singer-songwriter, pastor, evangelist, Don Moen has died after a short battle with stomach pain. "His family confirmed that he died early this morning at General Acute Care (GAC) Hospital in California shortly after being rushed to the hospital. "The cause of his death is not immediately known as the body is deposited at the morgue for autopsy. "President Donald also has expressed his tributes, saying Don Moen w...

Chisako Kakehi, 70, has become notorious over accusations she dispatched a number of elderly men she was involved with. © A one-time millionairess dubbed the "Black Widow" over the untimely deaths of lovers and a husband, admitted poisoning her last partner at her trial this week in a multiple murder case that has gripped Japan. Chisako Kakehi, 70, has become notorious over accusations she dispatched a number of elderly men she was involved with, drawing comparisons with the spider that kills its mate after copulation. Kakehi is on trial for the murders of three men — including a husband — and the attempted murder of another, all to allow her to collect on insurance policies. Prosecutors suspect she used cyanide to rid herself of her lovers, amassing a reported one billion yen ($8.8 million) in payouts over 10 years. Her trial began in late June, but this week she stunned the court by telling judges it was true she had murdered her fourth husband in 2013. "I was waiting ...

American president Donald Trump has lauded his eldest son for being transparent after he released emails on Tuesday showing he embraced Russian efforts to support his father's presidential campaign. This  shocking disclosure likely to further fuel speculation over Moscow's suspected role in the election. Trump took to his Twitter to praise his son's transparency, describing him as a quality person. My son Donald did a good job last night. He was open, transparent and innocent. This is the greatest Witch Hunt in political history. Sad! — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump)  July 12, 2017 The revelation puts the president's son at the center of a burgeoning scandal involving multiple US investigations into whether Trump associates colluded with Moscow in its efforts to tilt the 2016 election in the Republican's favor. In a string of emails released on Tuesday, Donald Trump Jr was told by an interlocutor that he could get " very high level and sensitive information...

The Nigerian Senate has passed a bill that compels hospitals across the country to treat gunshot victims without demanding police report or monetary deposit. The bill titled, "Compulsory Treatment and Care of Victims of Gunshots" was passed during the upper legislative chamber's Tuesday's plenary session. The bill mandates security agents to assist individuals with gunshot wounds and ensure that they are taken to the nearest hospital for immediate treatment. President of the Senate, Senator Bukola Saraki, while passing the bill said most gunshot victims are not criminals. "By the passage of this Bill, the Senate has moved to ensure that every hospital in Nigeria, both public and private, must accept to treat victims of gunshot wounds without any clearance from the police. "What we have done is to ensure that everyone is entitled to medical treatment, irrespective of the cause of the shooting. "We should reserve judgment for the criminal justice system, ...

Hon. Herman Hembe The House of Representatives, on Tuesday, again refused to swear in the member-elect for Konshisha/Vandeikya Federal Constituency of Benue state, Dorothy Mato. Mato is to replace the former chairman of the House Committee on Federal Capital Territory, Rep. Herma Hembe. The Supreme Court had on June 25 sacked Hembe and Sen. Sani Abubakar Danladi and ordered that Hon. Mato and Shuaibu Isa Lau be sworn in immediately. The court also ordered the sacked legislators to refund all monies collected as salaries and allowances in the last two years. While Senator Shuaibu Isa Lau had since been sworn in by the Senate President, Hon. Mato's swearing is still hanging in the House. Last Thursday, the House Spokesman, Rep. Abdulrazaq Namdas explained that the member-elect could not be sworn in because she needed to complete certain documentation. But a constituent of the lawmaker confirmed that Mato had done all the necessary documentation. "Mato, was kept in the office of ...

At least 16 people have been killed and 20 others injured when suicide bombers attacked villages on the outskirts of Maiduguri last night, eyewitnesses said. According to accounts, four suicide bombers stormed Polo and Molai general areas in Jere LGA of Borno State killing 12 civilians and wounding about 20 others around 10 pm. Residents of Molai Kaliyari village, Goni Ali also said two female bombers attacked Civilian JTF post killing 11 members of the security outfit. "All the people we lost here were Civilian JTF members who volunteer to protect us, they were attacked by two female bombers." a resident Ali Kauna told Saharareporters. Chairman CJTF at Molai Kaliyari village Gambo Bukar also confirmed that 12 civilian JTF were killed and seven are currently receiving treatment at State Specialist Hospital. "This won't deter us to continue to protect our people, we lost 12 members in all their satanic attacked and 22 people are seriously wounded including 12 of our m...

Floyd Mayweather (L) and Conor McGregor stand face to face at the Staples Center on July 11, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. AFP Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor lit the touchpaper for their cross-combat superfight here Tuesday, turning the air blue in an expletive-laden face-to-face meeting to launch their global promotional tour for the bout. More than 11,000 fans crowded into Los Angeles's Staples Center for a raucous first live showdown between former boxing world champion Mayweather and Irishman McGregor, one of the biggest stars of mixed martial arts. The two men are set to face each other in Las Vegas on August 26 in what could be the richest fight in history after finally agreeing to climb into a boxing ring following a year-long guessing game over whether they would ever do battle. Tuesday's fiery face-off saw the swaggering, cocksure McGregor strut onto stage confidently in a three-piece suit featuring pinstripes made up of an offensive two-word insult. The immacu...

Rob Kardashian is deeply remorseful for slut shaming Blac Chyna, at least that's what he told his family. Sources close to the situation tell TMZ. Rob's spoken with all of his sisters and his mom, telling them he has no excuse for posting nude pics of Chyna and her medical information on social media. He said he regrets he didn't deal with the Chyna drama privately and said it wouldn't happen again. One thing Rob did not apologize for, he flatly denied he ever physically abused Chyna. Rob also acknowledged all of the Kardashian women warned him Chyna was "bad news" and he should stay away- advice he ignored. He told them they were right. He also said he stayed with Chyna longer than he should have because he grew up in a 2-parent household and wanted the same for Dream. TMZ is told Rob and family have stayed quiet through the ordeal in an effort to stop the back and forth in the best interest of his daughter. The women accepted his apology and are hopeful he...

Friday Ejemai, 34, and his lover, Blessing David have been arrested and charged before a Lagos court for allegedly attacking and stabbing his elder sister, Helen over their late father's property, Pmexpress reports. It was gathered that this happened after the Edo State-born Friday met Blessing who is from Calabar in Cross River State. Blessing reportedly engaged him in "hot" sex and he decided to sell their late father's property to marry her. According Friday, he met Blessing 7 months ago and he was deeply in love with her and wanted to marry her to beat other men. However, the obstacle to achieve his desire was lack of funds because he reportedly sold his commercial bus after he met her and used the money to sustain their relationship. Friday thereafter met with his mother and other members of his family at their family house in Ikotun, and informed them of his intention to marry Blessing. He suggested that their late father's house be sold and the proceeds sha...

The convention ground of Holy Ghost Fire Apostolic Church, Ogunse Estate, Sagamu Road, Ikorodu, Lagos, turned into a Mecca of sort yesterday, as people trooped there to catch a glimpse of 'Jesus Christ.' One of the walls of a building under construction in the Church was wet, and some people perceived an image on it as that of Jesus Christ, attracting worshippers and curious people. Vanguard learned that the stained wall was first noticed, weekend, by an artisan, who screamed and abruptly stopped the day's work, claiming he had seen Jesus Christ. His alarm spread into the neighbourhood and people began to troop into the place. One of the Church attendants said the scene has been attracting over 400 worshippers daily. Yesterday, people visited the Church individually and in groups, praying and singing to God, while some transporters seized the opportunity to hike their fares. People were seen dropping sachets and bottles of water by the wall, while others knelt down or touch...

Former lawmaker and Chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Joe Emenaha, described the Supreme Court judgement validating the chairmanship of Ahmed Makarfi as a demonstration of the independence of the judiciary. Speaking with NAN in Abuja on Wednesday, he said the judgment is not only a new dawn for Nigeria's democracy but also a roadmap towards a better and stronger opposition. "The judgment shows that our judiciary, no matter what people say, is not corrupt and very determined to strengthen our democracy. "Every form of corruption and lack of integrity must be stamped out now with this judgment because we have seen an unbiased court ready to uphold justice," he said. Emenaha, who described PDP as the reliable alternative, said that it is time for the party to bounce back. PDP's resurrection The fprmer lawmaker expressed confidence in the integrity and capability of Makarfi to lead the party to glory, saying that PDP has resurrected from the gallows. ...

The Nigerian Senate at plenary in the House of Assembly, Abuja The Nigeria Senate has received a petition against Kogi state Chief of Staff, Edward Onoja, accusing him of being a party to a N53 million fraud while a Guarantee Trust Bank PLC member of staff. While submitting the petition against Onoja on Wednesday, Senator Hamma Misau (APC/Bauchi Central) explained that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had sometime ago invited Onoja, but he was let off the hook. Senate President Bukola Saraki, while admitting the petition, asked the Committee on Ethics, Privileges and Public Petitions headed by Senator Samuel Anyanwu (PDP/Imo East) to do a thorough investigation and revert to the Chambers. The petition is coming at a time the National Assembly is entangled in a face-off with Kogi state government over the circumstances surrounding Senator Dino Melaye's recall. Edward Onoja worked with Guarantee Trust Bank PLC before being appointed into office. Senator  @SenIsahMi...

Happy grooms Jahed Choudhury, 24, and Sean Rogan, 19, tied the knot wearing traditional golden Sherwanis in a civil ceremony at Walsall registry office. The pair, who've been together for two years, first met when Choudhury was crying on a bench in Darlaston. He told Express and Star: 'I'd not long overdosed and I was crying on a bench and Sean came over and asked if I was okay.Adding that Sean gave him hope at his lowest point and has stood by him ever since. Choudhury said that being an openly-gay Muslim made him feel like something of a 'black sheep' and that he 'stood out like a sore thumb' and often felt trapped between his sexuality and faith. He tried to deny his orientation and even tried taking medication and completed a pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia and another to Bangladesh, where his family originates. Although his family weren't present for the ceremony, Choudhury believes the wedding is significant progress for the Muslim and LGBT communities ...

The landlord of a building located at Plot 22 , Obohia Road, Aba , Abia state , Ogbonnaya Igwe,has been arrested by police operatives attached to the Ndiegoro Police Division in the state for allegedly shooting dead his tenant,one Mrs.Ijeoma Chibuzo. The Abia state Police Public Relations Officer, Geoffrey Ogbonna, who confirmed the arrest of the suspect, said it took the intervention of a combined security team from the Counter - Terrorism Unit and others that were deployed in Obohia to stop angry mob from setting the suspect 's building ablaze. He said : " it took the police over three hours to break into the suspect's house. " He was apprehended with the gun he allegedly used in killing the victim . " Although investigation into the matter was still ongoing , preliminary investigation showed that the suspect and the victim were having issues bothering on finance. " The Police Spokeman in the state added that the victim's body was deposited in an undis...

A former Abia state governor, Orji Uzor Kalu, on Tuesday warned the coalition of Northern youths against carrying out any violent act against residents of Igbo origin. Kalu was unequivocal in his promise of dire consequences if any harm comes to Igbo residents of states in the northern region. Speaking on an AIT programme, the former governor reiterated his belief that Nigeria belongs to everybody and so, people of different tribes can settle wherever they wish to. This was in reaction to the quit notice handed by northern youths and which asks all Igbo residents of the region to leave by October 1. Kalu promised to be involved personally in any retributive action taken against anyone who perpetrates any act of violence against the Igbo. He said: "Nobody can touch Igbos because this is our country. If anybody kills any of our brothers, we will go and fight back. We will not take it lightly that anybody kills any of us and then you will tell us to go and take it lightly again; no! ...

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate during the last governorship election in Benue state, Hon. Terhemen Tarzoor, on Tuesday escaped an attack by suspected political thugs in Gboko local government area of the state. The thugs invaded an eating joint behind the Aperan Orshi College of Agriculture, Yandev in the afternoon where the governorship candidate and his friends, who are lecturers at the institution were hanging out. Several people were injured while supporters of the governorship candidate were said to have smuggled him into a hiding place until the hoodlums left the scene. Speaking, Tarzoor explained that the incident happened few minutes after he arrived Yandev on the invitation of his friends who are lecturers at the College of Agriculture, Yandev. "The hoodlums were suspected to be thugs of All Progressive Congress, APC, who appeared in three vehicles less than ten minutes after my arrival and unleashed terror on me, my friends and those who were within the vic...

Suspected Internet fraudsters, popularly called Yahoo boys , have turned the Facebook page of the Special Fraud Unit of the Nigeria Police Force into an avenue to advertise their skills. The suspects, through a series of comments, demanded between N5,000 and N50,000 from those who wanted to learn classified sites for defrauding people, especially foreigners, and offered options of online, as well as physical teaching platforms. Hundreds of persons, including students, graduates and ladies, indicated interest in learning the skills for making quick money and provided their mobile numbers on the SFU Facebook page. The comments were reactions to a post by the SFU sensitising the public to Internet fraud. The unit in the post tagged, 'Common Tricks Yahoo boys use to Swindle Foreigners Revealed,' had warned people against falling victims of the fraudsters. The post read in part, "One of the tricks they use in swindling foreigners is called 'Freestyle.' The Freestyle tri...

Senator Dino Melaye, at the weekend trilled audience who converge at ancient city of Ikot Ekpene to witness Senator Godswill Akpabio Constituency Briefing and Empowerment programme to rib cracking jokes. The controversial Kogi state born Senator had in his characteristics nature trilled the audience and onlooker into rib cracking jokes when asked to speak on behalf of other Senators present at the ceremony started by his "If you speak the truth you die, if you lie you die, I have chosen to speak the truth and die. And the truth is that, Senator Akpabio is doing well and it is also a fundamental truth that the Governor of Akwa Ibom is doing well. This generated a loud ovation and laughter at the fully packed Ikot Ekpene stadium the venue where the Senate Minority presented his score card. He stated that on behalf of the APC caucus in the Senate, ''we are here to appreciate one single Nigerian with multiple competences, highly intellectually sagacious, politically great, Sen...

The Senate and legal experts in the country yesterday disagreed over constitutional provisions for the power to recall a lawmaker. While the Red Chamber insisted that it has a role to play in the recall process of a legislator, the experts, including constitutional lawyers and members of the inner bar argued that the power to recall lies mainly with the constituents of a lawmaker and the Independent National Electoral Commission(INEC). This is even as the Senate and Kogi State government traded tackles over the ongoing recall process of Senator Dino Melaye (APC Kogi West) by his constituents and INEC, with the Red Chamber maintaining that the state government was behind it. Kogi State, through its Attorney- General and commissioner for Justice of, Ibrahim Sani Mohammed, had on Monday kicked against Senate's position on the recall process. The Attorney- General had in a statement took exception to submissions made by the deputy Senate president, Ike Ekweremadu, last week during Sena...