Two Suspected Thieves Have Been Caught In Abia State While Trying To Sell a Stolen Motorcycle (See Photos)

Two suspected thieves escaped lynching Friday after they were caught while trying to sell a stolen motorcycle for N8000 at Akara Junction in Isuikwuato Local Government Area. According to Abia Facts Newspaper, the duo stole the motorcycle from Uzuakoli and came down to Isuikwuato to sell it before they were apprehended.


The mob were about to set them ablaze when a detachment of policemen arrived the scene and rescued them.

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Pres Muhammadu Buhari Gives Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo New Appointment, Others Named

President Muhammadu Buhari has approved appointments into the executive management of some government agencies and parastatals.

The new chairman of the board of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) is former newspaper editor and ex-presidential spokesman, Duro Onabule.

Other executive directors of NTA include: 

Steve Egbo, Administration and Training; Abdul Hamid Salihu Dembos, Marketing; Mohammed Labbo, News; Fatima M. Barda, Finance; Stephen Okoanachi, Engineering; and Wole Coker, Programmes.

At the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN), Aliyu Hayatu is new chairman, while Buhari Auwalu and Yinka Amosun, are Zonal Directors, Kaduna and Lagos, respectively.

Under the Ministry of Information and Culture, the following agencies have new appointees: Nigerian Film Corporation, Chika Maduekwe, General Manager; National Theatre and National Troupe of Nigeria, Tar Ukoh, Artistic Director; National Council for Arts and Culture, Olusegun Runsewe, Director-General; National Film and Video Censors Board, Folorunsho Coker, Director-General.

At the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), the Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo, is chairman, while the new Director-General is Mustapha Yunusa Maihaja.

Other members of the NEMA Board are the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, David Babachir Lawal; Talba Alkali, representing Ministry of Transport and Aviation; Rabiu Dagari, Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Ngozi Azadoh, Ministry of Health; Muhammadu Maccido, Ministry of Interior; Ajisegiri Benson Akinloye; Ministry of Water Resources, Emmanuel Anebi; Nigerian Armed Forces; and Salisu Fagge Abdullahi, Nigerian Police Force.

FEMI ADESINA
Special Adviser to the President
(Media and publicity)

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Deployment of Four Ambassadors to UN Headquarters, Geneva, AU Headquarters Been Approved By Nigeria President, Muhammadu Buhari

President Buhari made the announcement in a statement shared on his Facebook page today. Read below:

I have approved the immediate deployment of four of the newly-appointed Ambassadors-Designate, as follows:

1. Professor Tijjani Bande (Kebbi State)—Ambassador/Representative to the Permanent Mission of #Nigeria to the United Nations Headquarters in New York

2. Itegboje Sunday Samson (Edo State)—Ambassador/Deputy Representative, Permanent Mission of #Nigeria to the United Nations Headquarters in New York

3. Kadiri Ayinla Audu (Kwara State)—Ambassador/Representative to the Permanent Mission of #Nigeria to the United Nations Offices in Geneva

4. Bankole A. Adeoye (Ogun State)—Ambassador/Representative to the Embassy of #Nigeria/Permanent Mission the African Union in Addis Ababa

The deployments are with immediate effect. I wish the new Ambassadors/Representatives the very best in their assignments.

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Keke Riders Mercilessly Beats LASTMA Official In Lagos (See Photos)

One of the LASTMA officials was on Friday, March 31, beaten to stupor by Keke Napep Riders in Ikeja area of Lagos. The official was later rescued by some Police officers.

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See What Betty Irabor Tweets About Her Funny Encounter With a Cook

Lol!

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Year 2000 Throwback Photo of Dino Melaye With Former VC of Ahmadu Bello University, Professor Mahdi (See Photos)

Amidst controversy surrounding his first degree, Senator Dino Melaye on Friday posted a photo of himself with former VC of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria, Prof. Mahdi

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Tragedy: Delta Traditional Ruler Dies After Being Shot By Assassins (See Photos)

The people of Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State, have been thrown into mourning following the shocking death of their traditional ruler HRM, Engr. Michael Oviese, who was allegedly shot by suspected assassins two weeks ago.

The monarch who was shot around his lower abdomen, died on Tuesday in an undisclosed hospital where he had been receiving treatment.

He had been attacked by gunmen numbering five at a building along a street near St Michaels College, Oleh, by hoodlums who attempted to dispossess him of his car, as he personally drove himself to visit a closed ally in the area.

In the midst of the scuffle, the gunmen shot him in his stomach and fled the scene. It was gathered that the demise of the monarch was being kept from the public for traditional reasons as palace chiefs continue to keep mum over the incident.

A source who spoke with Punch, said, “The people of Irri Kingdom are mourning. Our traditional ruler is dead. He died of gun shots’ injuries when he was attacked by suspected hired assassins. Because of traditional rites, his death has not been officially announced.

“Only members of the immediate family are aware of the sad development. He died at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) where has been receiving treatment. His death would be formally announced by the palace in line with the tradition of Irri Kingdom.”

A source at the Oleh Divisional Police Station confirmed the incident but added that it was only the palace that can announce his death.

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See This Lovely Pre-Wedding Photos of This Couple as They Rocks NYSC Uniform (See Photos)

The young couple with a simple style are set to get married next month. #AdeOla2017

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See Fans Reaction Over DJ Xclusive Predicting Tboss as Winner of The Reality Show

Yesterday, DJ Xclusive tweeted that Tboss who is up for possible eviction this Sunday will win the Big Brother Naija show and that his followers should favourite the tweet for future references.

Minutes after the tweet went up, fans of other housemates (Bisola &Efe) came for him.

Today, he frowned at the fans reaction and tweeted again that ' But 'Based on logistics''~ "Tboss will win #BBNaija' See the replies he got after the cut..

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Take a Look at What This Ladies Wear For Final Year Thanksgiving Service (See Photos)

Another "hot cakes" ready to roll? Make una sha take am easy o before we go hear any long story.

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Actress Halle Berry Looks so Stunning In New Photos as She Rocks a See Through Dress

The 50 year old actress is naked beneath the see-through top!

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Nigerian Pilot, Ademilola, Makes History As First African To Fly The World Solo (See Photos)

A Nigerian pilot, Ademilola Odujinrin, who works for Air Djibouti has become the first African pilot in history to fly solo around the world.

Ademilola “Lola” Odujinrin completed the final leg of his historic journey on Wednesday afternoon, landing safely at Washington Dulles International Airport.

The pilot completed the entire circumnavigation in a Cirrus SR22, stopping in more than 15 countries on five continents, returning to Washington DC, where his journey began back in September. A big congrats to Ademilola!

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See Photos as Future Takes $1m Cash to DJ Khaled's Studio For Inspiration

Atlanta rapper, Future who's among the all-star guest list on DJ Khaled's forthcoming album 'Grateful', showed up at his studio on Thursday for a recording session with $1M in cash.

According to reports, the stacks was his inspiration for the recording they worked on. More photos below...

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EFCC Arrested Female Herbalist For Allegedly N45m Fraud (See Photos)

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ibadan zonal office, Oyo State, on Thursday said a herbalist was arrested by its operatives for falsely obtaining N45m from a victim under the pretext of offering herbal and spiritual healing.

The suspect, Aminat Okiribiti, 34, committed the crime with two other accomplices at large, one of who is said to be her husband.

A statement by EFCC Head of Public Affairs in the zone, Ayo Oyewole, said, “Aminat (Okiribiti) was arrested for an alleged case of conspiracy and obtaining money under false pretences. In a rehash of the old infamous advance fee fraud tactic of spiritual help and solution to all problems, a victim recounted her ordeal in the hands of a syndicate to our operatives, signalling a warning to the public.

“Aminat, alongside other three cohorts still at large, conspired, using the decoy of providing cure and spiritual solution to the health challenges of the victim’s children and fleeced her of the sum of N45m.

“Aminat, who is married to one Wande Okiribiti, 47, who is still at large, confessed that some of the money obtained from the victim was collected through her (Aminat’s) bank account domiciled in one of the new generation banks located in Ibadan.”

The statement said Aminat and the victim met sometime in October 2014, at Utako, Abuja, adding that the suspect would be charged to court at the end of investigation.

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Tragedy: Ex-Super Eagles Coach, Paul Hamilton Is Dead (Photos)

Former coach of the Nigerian senior national team Super Eagles, Paul Hamilton has died. Hamilton, who also coached the Super Falcons died at the military hospital on Thursday, March 30th. He was age 75.

The former coach had battled several ailments which led to the amputation of his leg earlier this year at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH).

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