Obiano Appeals to Journalists to Support his Vision for New Anambra, Donates bus to NUJ

Princess Ifeoma Anumba, Secretary and Mr. Henry Nwasike, Chairman all of NUJ, Anambra State Chapter receiving the key to the bus donated by the Anambra State Government from Hon Tony Onyima, Commissioner for Information.

The governor of Anambra State has appealed to members of the Nigerian Union of Journalist (NUJ) to join hands with him in building a new Anambra State that will reflect the aspirations and pride of Ndi Anambra.

Speaking at a Special One-Day Training organized for journalists in Awka at the weekend, under the theme – Onitsha: The Imperatives of Developmental Journalism, Chief Obiano assured the journalists that his administration was fully aware of the enormous powers of the media which had become even more so with the advent of the Internet and the subsequent explosion of the social media.

You won't believe your eyes... What girls do in their hostels!

This picture was taken in a female hostel in a University in Southern Nigeria. Can you Imagine?


What do you call this in your area?

Rihanna exposes her bra to celebrate the Germany's World Cup win as Messi wins the Golden Ball Award

 The Brazil 2014 FIFA world Cup has successfully ended in the populous nation of South America.

As Germany defeated Argentina 1 – 0 to lift the world coveted trophy, the Argentine Captain, Lionel Messi received the best individual player award titled the “Golden Ball Award”.

 Also, Colombian’s striker, James Rodriguez received the Golden Boot Award as the highest goal scorer while Manuel Neure of Germany was awarded the Golden Glove Award, as the best shot stopper of the tournament.

To the chagrin of all football fans and world TV audience, Rihanna went almost topless revealing her leather bra in celebration of the German victory.

See her picture:

Boko Haram strikes again, bombs bridge in Borno

The Madafuma bridge linking the Biu – Damboa – Maiduguri 185km federal road has reportedly been blown off by suspected Boko Haram Terrorists.

The bombing occurred over the weekend when the insurgents planted Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) which damaged a good portion of the popular bridge.

A resident of the area, Mallam Musa Yakubu told the Vanguard that the explosion occurred around 2 am while people were still asleep.

Read Musa’s narration:

Kefee's husband writes a heartwarming tribute to his "love of life"

As the late Nigeria’s gospel singer, Kefee safely departs this world and her remains laid to rest last Friday, her husband, Teddy wrote a short but heartwarming tribute to his “love”.

Reports suggest that Teddy was inconsolable at Kefee’s funeral in Delta State.

Read his Tribute:

"You were a woman of principle, straightforward, strong willed and determined. You were the symbol of hope.

Ebola in Lagos: Government issues alert on possible Outbreak

Due to the increasing damage and deaths being caused by Ebola in West and Central Africa, Lagos State Government has issued a warning on the possible Ebola Outbreak in the State.

The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Jide Idris gave some precautionary measures to avoiding the virus.

Dr Jide said the health workers are the easily affected and cautioned them to always wear their personal protective equipment and observe the universal basic precautions when attending to suspected or confirmed cases.

Read his statement:

BREAKING: Boko Haram releases new video, claims responsibility for Abuja/Lagos bombings and shows support for Al Qaeda, ISIS

Boko Haram has claimed responsibility for the bombings in Lagos and Abuja in a new video released to AFP.

The leader of the Terrorists group showed support for other Islamic extremist groups like Al Qaeda saying "My brethren... may Allah protect you"

AFP announced this on their website and via tweet handle:

Boko Haram: All the Options before Jonathan

Here is another masterpiece for all lovers of peace and believers in better Nigeria.

Credit to Sam Eyoboka and Olayinka Latona of the Vanguard:

Violence linked to Jama’atu Ahlis Sunna Lidda’awati Wal-Jihad, known by its Hausa name, Boko Har?m, and with foothold in north eastern Nigeria, north Cameroon and Niger Republic, has left at least 12,000 people dead, 8,000 people crippled while several thousands have been displaced.

Founded by a former Borno State native, Alhaji Mohammed Yusuf, in 2002, the organization seeks to establish a “pure” Islamic state ruled, thus an end to what it deems as the westernization of Nigeria.

Queen of the Week: Meet Queen Diogo

Ofoneta Chidiogo Maureen is our 3rd Queen of the Week.

She emerged after a thorough assessment of all entries by our team of beauty judges! She's hotter than you can imagine!!!

Congratulations! See more PICs...

Read what forum of former Deputy-Governors said about Chibok Girls and Governor Nyako

The forum of former deputy governors under the aegis of Mass Movement for Goodluck 2015 (MMG) has shown support for President Jonathan’s second term bid and thanked Governor Nyako for absolving GEJ from his travails.

MMG National Coordinator, Kenneth Ibe-Kalu briefed news men after their meeting in Abuja:

“A president is the president, irrespective of party affiliation; positive criticism is an addictive to good governance, but criticisms arising from political vendetta is cancerous to any nation.

“The MMG is made up of the forum of former Deputy Governors, while serving Deputy Governors are associate members.

Full List of Award-Winners in the UNIZIK Entertainment Awards

Here is the full list of all the winners in The Unizik Entertainment Awards 2014, held last Friday at the University Auditorium, Awka.

Mr. Personality – Amaechi Emmanuel

Miss Personality: Jae Ogbonna

Best On-Air Personality : Look and Pass (Ogechi Ochiagha Unizikfm)

Rookie Of The Year : Oranusi Arinze

Most Enterprising Female : Nwamaka Uzoigwe

Best Social Network/Blog/Magazine : Friendite

Brazil deploys 25,000 Security men for the World Cup Final between Argentina and Germany

Brazilians and Argentinians just don't like each other when it comes to soccer. And Brazil's security forces want to ensure nothing gets out of hand after Sunday's World Cup final.

When Argentina plays Germany for the World Cup title at the legendary Maracana Stadium, there will be "more than 25,000 soldiers and police.

About 75,000 fans are expected to attend, and Jose Mariano Beltrane, security secretary for the state of Rio de Janeiro, said he prefers "to have a great number of men rather than to be caught by surprise."

Nigerian Army denies embezzling $43m meant for Peacekeepers

The Nigeria's Defence headquarters has debunked the rumour on the embezzlement of about $43m meant for Peacekeepers.

Read the official statement:

"The 11 July 2014 online publication by Sahara Reporters with the caption “Nigerian Army Generals Pocketed $43m Meant For Peacekeepers”, which it attributed to an anonymous petition it had received calls for some clarifications. It is quite unfortunate that in total disregard for fairness and balance reportage, Sahara Reporters has rushed to the press and proceeded to publish same without taking necessary steps to inquire or hear from the relevant military authorities. Again, the reference to an anonymous petition as being “powerful’ by the medium is not only an attempt to be prejudicial, but a clear indication of bias in favour of the authors of the spurious petition.

PICTURES: See how the remains of Kefee, the late Branama Queen was respectfully laid to rest in Sapele, Delta State

If you missed the funeral of the late Branama Queen, here are exclusive pictures of the well attended event at Sapele, Delta State.

Kefee Lives On...

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Pope Francis takes decision on the Brazil 2014 World Cup Final

Pope Francis has made clear his position in today’s Pope vs Pope World Cup Finals indicating that he is neutral ahead of the World Cup final between his native Argentina and Germany.

The Pope said that the tournament in Brazil had shown the importance of dialogue between different cultures.

“The World Cup allowed people from different countries and religions to come together. May sport always promote the culture of encounter,” Francis said in tweets in several languages including Latin from his @pontifex account.

A MUST READ: Pastors are Jesus Killers

The famous writer, Femi Aribisala has dropped another tonic.

This piece is highly recommended for your Sunday meditations.

Read Pastors are Jesus Killers by Femi Aribisala as published in the Vangurad.

It is these pastors that decided to sacrifice Jesus. And their descendants are the pastors currently running our churches.

Jesus is our redeemer. But from whom exactly does he redeem us? Does it make sense to presume he redeems us from God?

Obi served Anambra well says Bishop

The Catholic Bishop of Nnewi, Most Rev. Hilary Okeke, said Nigeria would be a better place if those that governed states imbibed the spirit of the former Governor of Anambra State, Mr. Peter Obi. The bishop said this yesterday during the ordination of 12 new priests at St. Mary Catholic Church, Ukpor.

The bishop who called on the new priests to imbibe the virtues of Christ in Christian witnessing, said that Mr. Peter Obi as the Governor of Anambra State, lived his life daily in a manner that was worthy of emulation.

“He does not eat as if he will die tomorrow and does not build castles as if he will  live forever and this is a lesson for all of us,” the Bishop said.

APGA set to take over Imo State, appoints former NDDC Commissioner as the new Caretaker Chairman

APGA National Secretary, Shinkafi

The All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA has taken a bold step in their quest to recapture Imo State come 2015.

APGA has reappointed a more formidable Caretaker Committee in Imo State to man its affairs and reorganize the State Chapter of the party pending the conduct of a fresh Congress.

The new 21-member Committee will be headed by a former NDDC Commissioner, Peter Ezeobi.

According to APGA National Secretary, Alhaji Shinkafi:

“Following the dissolution of the caretaker committee of our party in Imo State by the NWC at its meeting at the national secretariat on June 24, 2014, the NWC at its meeting of July 11, 2014 reconstituted and approved the following caretaker committee in Imo State, pending the conduct of the next state congress”.

More details soon...

Nyako Impeachment: The Many Sins of the Embattled Governor of Adamawa State

Embattled Gov Nyako

This write up by Northern Regional Editor of The Vanguard, Soni Daniel serves as a refresher that will bring you up to speed with the recent impeachment moves against Governor Nyako of Adamawa State.

Read the Many Sins of Gov Nyako:

Events that shaped the political landscape in Yola, the Adamawa State capital, in the last two weeks, are apt for a blockbuster. Yes, as the dramatic persona, including top-raking politicians from the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PD) and the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC), soldiers, lawmakers and judicial workers took their epic performance to hotels, clubs, courtrooms and the streets of Yola.

The mission was clear and the goal unmistakable: Get the common foe, Murtala Hammanyero Nyako, out of the Government House and replace him with one of their own.

My husband loves seeing my nude pictures on the internet

  

This lady used to be a gospel singer... Read about her new life as a "hip hop" star and the "great" support she derives from her husband and see some of her "husband-appreciated" pictures

Excerpts:

You have been in the news for so many bad reasons lately, are you not bothered?
Well, sometimes, the backlash gets to me, because I’m human, it’s just like a soldier going for a battle, you will be scared, but you have to do what you have to do. Whenever I feel bad, I just have to brace up and tell myself there is no use of sitting down and crying.