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Monday, 8 December 2014

House help abducts two young boys from their home in Lagos(photos)

A two and half year old Rafael and 15months old Michael (both
pictured below) were abducted from their home in Isheri
Magodo Estate, Lagos last night by their maid. The
children's parents left the kids in the care of the maid, their
sick grandmum and her nurse and went out briefly
yesterday. By the time they returned home, the maid and
the kids were no where to be found. The maid took them
away after the grandma and her nurse had gone to bed.
All efforts to reach the maid by phone has proved abortive.
And the agency that brought the maid also can't reach her.
Please anyone with any information that could help with
finding these children, contact Darlington on 08037071370
or the nearest police station.

Passengers May Suffer Flight Delays, Flight Cancellation During Festive Period – NCAA

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Hard times are here for air travelers as the Nigerian
Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) alerted of imminent
flight delays or outright cancellations between now and
March next year.
According to the NCAA, the development is due to
harsh weather associated with harmattan. The body
had recently issued a weather alert to all pilots of
hazards associated with harmattan dust haze in flight
operations at this period of the year.
The regulatory body noted that the warning was
important because of the obvious threat harmattan
posed to aircraft, particularly in areas of challenging
terrains due to low visibility. NCAA added that the alert
was in line with the seasonal rain prediction issued by
the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET) on the
cessation of rainy season in 2014.
“The Harmattan is a dry and dusty wind that blows
southwards from the Sahara across the country
between the end of November to March, the following
year,” a statement by the General Manager, Public
Affairs in the NCAA, Fan Ndubuoke said.
“On its passage over the desert, it picks up large
amount of fine dust particles (0.5 to 10 micrometers)
which are transported hundreds of kilometres over the
south. The effect of the dust and sand stirred by the
wind is known as Harmattan Dust Haze. In addition, the
consequence of the harmattan is a heavy fog hence air
– to – ground visibility is considerably reduced.
“Aerodrome visibility may fall below the prescribed
minima and in severe conditions; dust haze can blot out
runways, the markers and airfield lightings over wide
areas. This makes visual navigation extremely difficult
or impossible.
“Resultantly, where visibility falls below the prescribed
weather minima, flight operations are likely to be
delayed, diverted or outrightly cancelled.
“Therefore, all Pilots shall obtain adequate departure,
en route and destination weather information and
briefing from NIMET prior to flight operations at all the
airports. Pilots are similarly advised to exercise
maximum restraint when strong surface wind, fog or
harmattan haze is observed or forecast. All concerned
are required to ensure compliance with this circular,”
the statement read.

Former governor of Oyo State, Chief Adebayo Alao- Akala assures supporters says he will win Oyo State agaib

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Former governor of Oyo State, Chief Adebayo Alao-
Akala says he will contest the 2015 governorship
election in the state and win.
Alao-Akala said this, weekend, while addressing
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) supporters, who
visited his Amazing Grace Villa residence, Bodija Estate,
Ibadan.
He allayed the fears of his supporters over rumours
that the party would pick a sole aspirant at the
weekend.
“Let me state categorically that nobody can scare or
intimidate us because we know our worth. I am not an
Abuja politician, I am a grassroots operator. I know
everybody by their name and calling in the party,” Akala
said.
He said his experience spans over years of holding
several leadership positions. “I have been a local
government chairman, deputy governor and governor in
this state, so Alao-Akala knows his worth.”
“No tension, do not panic, by the special grace of God,
he has given us the next government in Oyo State.
Though the path to that land seems rough, God himself
will clear and show us the road to the promise land,” he
prayed, adding that “before the end of the week, we’ll
know the next line of action.”
He also assured his supporters that he remained a
member of the PDP, although there are offers from
some opposition parties.
“Yes, it’s true that some leaders of the opposition
parties have been dangling offers before us, but I want
to state here that none of them have been accepted,” he
said.

Photos: Ashanti stuns in black gown at Nascar Awards in Vegas

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Ashanti wore this lovely black gown which showed her
perfect body to the Nascar Awards which held in Vegas yesterday

My relationship with Fashola is intact - Bola Tinubu writes

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Below is a press statement from the office of former Lagos
state governor, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu...
For a while now, I have noticed and read many
published political stories on Lagos politics in
particular and the personalities involved that are either
concerted, unsubstantiated, pure conjectures or
outright falsehood. In this instance, I reference a
recent story ran by a major newspaper concerning my
successor and me. There is no doubt political
charlatans and enemies are at work fueling
unnecessary rumour and insinuations and seeking to
drive a wedge in an otherwise cordial and respectful
political relationship. My relationship with Governor
Fashola remains cordial both at the personal level and
at the level of commitment to ensuring Lagos State
remains on the path of political stability, growth and
development.
Whether Governor Fashola had a specific candidate or not
isn’t the issue here. What is important is to have a
transparent process in the spirit of democracy to which we
both subscribe. We often debate, agree or disagree. But
when it comes to concluding on the interest of Lagos State,
we are on the same page. The current situation and issues
around the Lagos Gubernatorial primary are being
overblown. What we have done is ensure that no one is
denied his or her rights to participate and compete for any
elective position. Such a disposition should not translate
into anger and divisiveness of the party as it is being
peddled. Conflicts and disagreements is part of every
political process. The capacity to solve these conflicts in-
house and not on the pages of newspaper is a tradition in
Lagos.
We warn the people of Lagos state against speculative, self-
serving stories aimed at destabilizing the party and its
leadership. The media must be weary of accepting or
publishing stories that seek to pursue a narrow political
agenda. Rather, they should make their paper a platform for
proper news dissemination and constructive analysis such
that can help our country tackle the current security
problem, create jobs.
While we appreciate, recognize and respect the right of
every media house to publish any story, it is important not
to be part of the feeding frenzy and not to mislead the
unsuspecting public.
At my age and with my level of political experience, I am
expected to seek for solutions, work for reconciliations and
find a common ground where disagreements exist. That is
what I have dedicated myself to in the larger interest of
Lagos State and Nigeria at large. That is what Governor
Babatunde Fashola and myself are about. That is what
Lagos state deserves as Nigeria’s pacesetter in terms of
democracy and development.

Asiwaju Bola Tinubu

D'banj looking stylish as he dines with BBA housemates(photos)

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D'banj is going into the BBA House later this evening to
dine with the Housemates. He will be performing at the Big
Brother Africa Finale tomorrow night. See more photos below:

Meet Pastor Chris Oyakhilome’s Cute Daughters

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We all got to know the wife of head pastor of Christ
Embassy after the divorce controversy came into light,
but have you seen the adorable kids they had together?
Even though reports of the impending divorce between
Pastor Chris and his wife have met with mixed feelings
worldwide, there is a part of their union that hasn’t
really been in the limelight – their daughters.
The union between Pastors Chris and Anita is blessed
with two beautiful daughters, Charlene and Sharon
Oyakhilome.
Sharon Oyakhilome is a 21-year old fast-rising UK-based
gospel act who celebrated her 21st birthday on August 11,
2014. Sharon, whose stage name is Carissa,’ dropped her
debut single, ‘I’m Excellent’ featuring Ice Stanley on March
30, 2014.
Her younger sister, Charlene is just 19 and both girls
currently reside in the UK with their mum.

See photos of them below:

Lagos Deputy Gov. Drops Senatorial Ambition

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The Lagos state Deputy Governor, Adejoke Orelope-
Adefulire, has announced she no longer intends to run
for the ticket of the Lagos West Senatorial district on
the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
According to Orelope-Adefulire, her decision was in the
best interest of the party and the need to strengthen its
unity.
A party source told Guardian that the deputy governor
had been on a “wild goose chase” all the while, as the
party hierarchy was not favourably disposed to her
ambition, this the source said has been revealed to her.
“The reality of Thursday’s governorship primary must
have woken her from any illusion. She knew the stakes
at Lagos West, which included the most populated
Local Government in the country (Alimosho) are indeed
very high, but she was hoping on her closeness with
the party leadership,” the source said.
Orelope-Adefulire however said in a statement that her
decision was hard to make, “but one that I made in the
overall interest of my party and for the benefit of our
growing internal democracy. I wish to thank the party,
our apex leaders and our loyal, dedicated members in
the state particularly members of Lagos West Senatorial
District for the support shown through their wise
counsels, best wishes and words of encouragement
during visits on political mission.”

D’Banj’s Koko Garri On Sale At Konga.com For 5,000 naira

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D'banj , the Kokomaster who in March 2014 officially unveiled his new business venture, Koko garri, is making more
waves than expected; as many of his fans thought it
was a joke.
D’banj unveiled the Koko Garri initiative at the One Do
Agric Campaign launch on March 20, 2014 at the
Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja as the first product to
come from his company, Koko Holdings.
Keeping true to his word, the Kokomaster now has the
product out on sale and it’s among the numerous
products when you visit the famous Konga.com online
store; where you can purchase an 18kg of Koko Garri
at a retail price of 5000 naira.
The product details on Koko garri as available on
Konga.com reads: ‘Kokogarri is made from fresh cassava
tubers, very fine grain. Ideal for drinking or making eba,
(solid food). The carton has 18 packs of the 1kg pack as
shown in the picture. The individual packs can be used as
gifts individually or in gift baskets during this festive
period. They are ideal for traveling, taking a little of home
away from home. Indeed one of the best Ijebu garri.’

South African and American hostages murdered in Yemen

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A British-born American photojournalist and a South African
teacher held by Al-Qaeda militants in Yemen were killed
today during a failed U.S.-led rescue attempt. The raid was
ordered by President Barack Obama because he feared
imminent danger to the reporter.
Al-Qaeda had initially posted a video online threatening to
kill photographer Luke Somers (pictured above). American
forces in conjunction with Yemeni ground troops then
launched a second rescue attempt.
The South African, Pieree Korkie was supposed to be
released tomorrow December 7. The aid group helping to
negotiate his release even told his wife; "The wait is almost
over."
Both Somers and Korkie "were murdered by the AQAP
terrorists during the course of the operation,"
In a statement, President Obama did not address Korkie by
name, only saying he "authorized the rescue of any other
hostages held in the same location as Luke." The South
African government did not immediately comment on
Korkie's death.

Ghanaian pastor kicks & steps on the stomach of a pregnant woman

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The founder of Ghana-based International God's Way
Church, a man that goes by the name pastor Daniel Obinim
is in trouble once again after a video of him stepping and
kicking the stomach of a pregnant woman in his church
surfaced this week.
The video shows the man speaking in tongues as he kicks
the woman said to be suffering some kind of ailment...he
was trying to cure of it. Imagine! This is the same pastor
who was arrested & charged for using offensive weapons
on his congregation and at one time was accused and
charged for sleeping with one of his pastor's wife.
Daniel Obimin has been described as a false prophet by so
many people but this hasn't stopped his follower from
following blindly.

Best Racing Game: Asphalt 8: Airborne

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This is one of the
captivating Android Car Racing Game that is very
famous and entertaining. Looking at the title of the
racing “Airborne”, it already explains that there is a
lift of the car during racing, in other words, there is
a possibility of setting the car to fly. There are lots
of interesting moves in this car racing game like
stunts, drifts, etc. You can also get yourself luxury
cars with exotic features in the game.
You can download it on Google Play Store.
Note: the game is very large so advisable to download through WiFi.

Sheer black dresses seem to be in vogue. Gabrielle Union stuns in one

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The 42 year old actress wore this sheer black midi dress to
the SensatioNail event at the Gansevoort Park Hotel in New
York City yesterday night. Isn't New York freezing right
now?

So sad: No parent should ever have to go through this(photos)

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Gregory Hughes pictured very emotional as he carried his
son's coffin into his funeral on December 3rd. Phil Hughes
died on November 27th two days after he was struck in the
back of the neck by a ball during a cricket game in Sydney,
Australia. He died just three days to his 26th birthday.
The funeral was attended by over 1,000 people including
many national and sporting dignitaries as well as the Prime
Minister of Australia, Tony Abbott. It was also broadcast
live on Australian TV.

Pics from ex-beauty Queen Stephanie Kalu Uche's birthday party

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Former beauty queen, Stephanie Kalu Uche turned a year
older yesterday Dec. 4th and her footballer husband, Kalu
Uche threw her a little get together at a Brazilian restaurant
in Qatar.
More pics below:

9ice reactions to reports he lost out at APC Primary election

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Singer turned politician 9ice has reacted to reports he
crashed out at the recent APC Primary election. In a report
on Sunnewsonline today, the reporter wrote;
Another celebrity-entertainer who lost out, after being
widely considered as ‘the chose one’ is Abolore
Akande, aka, 9ice. He vied for the ticket to represent
Ogbomosho North/South/Orire Federal Constituency
of Oyo State under the platform of APC. It was still not
yet clear what really went wrong as at press time.
9ice has slammed the report, denying he's crashed out.
Find his press statement after the cut...
9ice Refutes The Sun Report on Primary Election Crash out
I-Abolore Akande popularly known as 9ICE hereby debunk
the news being published in THE SUN by Ckuks Eze today
5th December that I am no longer in the race to contest for
the APC ticket as an aspirant for the House of Reps in
Ogomosho South, North and Orire Federal Constituency as a
blatant lie. I suspect he has been bribed by my opponents
to rubbish my efforts. It is a joke of the century and a plan
by enemies and killers of good dream. I am very much in
the race and with you support and prayers, success is
certain.
Signed: Abolore ‘9ice’ Akande

Airtel Free Megabytes, Get 200MB Without Paying A Dine

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You will never believe until you give it a trial. The
tweak was tested and working fine before posted, it
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with a line and is not working, don't be panic, try to
find another Airtel SIM to get it done. I have 3
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received free 100MB and one of my closest friends
received 200MB on each of his 2 Airtel SIM. Just
follow the below steps to get it done on your Airtel
SIM.
First of all, your Airtel SIM must be on club 10
PAddi.
Dial *166# to migrate to club 10 PAddi.
After you have successfully migrated to club 10
PAddi,
Just dial *141*13*200# to receive free, 200MB or
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193 escaped prisoners during Ekiti prison explosion re-captured

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193 prisoners out of the over 300 that escaped during the
explosion that rocked the Federal Prison in Ado-Ekiti, the
Ekiti state capital on Sunday November 30th have been
recaptured. Confirming their recapture, the state Prison's
spokesman, Mr Ope Fatinikun said the chase for other
escapees was still on. He urged people in neighboring
states of Ondo, Kogi, Edo, Oyo and Kwara to be vigilant as
some of the prisoners might want to take refuge in their
community.

Has any lady heard of this love potion: rum and period blood?

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Everyday you hear another one. Users of Reddit.com are
discussing it seriously and I thought to bring it here.
There's supposedly a new drink that some 'crazy' ladies are
making these days as love potion to keep the men of their
dreams. It's a drink made of rum and menstrual blood.
They claim that if a man drinks it, he will fall in love with the
woman whose period blood it is. Lol. Choi! Nothing wey
person no go hear. Check their comments below: