Biafra-Nnamdi Kanu Back In Court As Federal Government Slam Fresh Charges Against Him

According to the PREMIUM TIMES, the Federal Government has slammed fresh charges against Nnamdi Kanu the leader of the Indigenous People Of Biafra, shortly after he was released unconditionally by a Federal High Court on December 17.

Mr. Kanu’s counsel, Vincent Obeta, told the online publication that the Federal Government filed the fresh charges on December 18 at the same court that granted him bail.

German Magazine Claims F1 Racing Legend Schumacher Is Now Able To Take 'Tentative' Steps

I don’t know what to make of this story, but one only hopes it is true and not some attempt at raising our hopes falsely...

According to German magazine, BUNTE per the Daily Mail, FI racing legend Michael Schumacher is now able to take 'tentative' steps with the aid of a carer and has regained slight movement in one arm.

The headline in the glossy magazine “He can move again,” was published some days before the second anniversary the ski accident in the French Alps, which almost claimed the life of the superstar.

However, the magazine’s claim has been swiftly denied by Schumacher’s long-term manager Sabine Kehm who said the claim was unfortunate...

“Such speculation is irresponsible, because given the seriousness of his injuries, his privacy is very important for Michael. 

“Unfortunately they also give false hopes to many involved people.”

The magazine is however, standing by its claim...

PMB Apologises To Nigerians Over Fuel Scarcity

“Current fuel scarcity in Nigeria is unfortunate, we apologise to Nigerians for the sufferings, we will end the shortages"

Those were the President’s exact words to Nigerians on Tuesday morning while presenting the 2016 Budget to members of the National Assembly. The President’s words are bound to calm the nerves of Nigerians who have been rightly showing signs of disappointments and anger at the current government over the fuel scarcity currently biting hard in the country.

Unlike the statement credited to the minister of information where he blamed the past President for the current fuel scarcity in the country; President Buhari has pointed the way to true leadership and must be copied by his followers.

One only hopes that the fuel situation ends as soon as possible.

Pump Price Of Petrol Remains N87—President Buhari Insists

President Muhammadu Buhari has assured Nigerians that the pump price for Petrol in Nigeria remains N87 per litre and that is not about to change anytime soon.

Ighalo Drawing Inspiration From A Man Who Knows How

How do you repay a manager that has been there for you and has inspired you in so many ways? The answer is simple—reward him with solid performance week in week out on the pitch.

What Now For MTN After Nigerian Government Refuse To Shift Ground

These are not the best of times for South African-owned telecommunications giants, MTN as the Nigerian government has refused to shift ground.

Reacting to MTN’s decision to take the Federal Government to court over the N1.4trn fine imposed on her; the honourable minister of communication Mr. Adebayo Shittu said the government would neither be cowed nor threatened by the decision of the South African firm.

Perhaps It’s About Time The APC Got Down To Some Serious Business

For the All Progressives Congress APC, the blame game has no end. It is obvious to the entire world that Nigerians voted out the last administration because they were fed up with the way the nation was being governed. Nigerians wanted change in virtually every area of the life; and change was what they got.

When 2 Of World’s Most Powerful Men In Football Gets Booted Out!

Americans might not agree with this; but football or soccer as citizens of the United States love to call it, is the most popular sport in the world. It is the sport that attracts billions of people all over the world. Football is like a religion in most countries; perhaps, you should ask the Brazilians and the Nigerians for more explanation on that. That should give you slight hint into how powerful to those who run football from Zurich is.

Best Of Monday Night Football As Arsenal Take On Man City

Arsenal ran away with a two nil victory over Man City the last time both EPL giants met at the Etihad Stadium last January. However, tonight’s top of the table clash promises to be one that could go a long way in shaping the current season of the EPL as both teams double up efforts to upstage Leicester City from the top of the table.

3 Romantic Ideas To Make Your Christmas Memorable

It is almost 365 days since we last had a splendid Christmas, and now another one beckons; but did you know you and your partner can make this year’s yuletide the most memorable ever? Of course, you can! The following tips will help make that possible:

Senate President Shuts Down National Assembly After Rowdy Session

The Senate President, David Mark has shut down the National Assembly over a rowdy session this morning. The House is expected to reopen next Tuesday.

Pictures Of National Assembly Members Climbing Over Assembly Gate

Commotion reigns supreme at National Assembly this morning (November 20, 2014) as principal members of the House were pictured climbing over the House gate in order to gain entrance into the legislative house. It beats me hollow how we are this shameless in this country. I mean nothing justifies this regardless of what is happening at the moment. Imagine what the international community will be thinking? The man whose picture appears above is Hon Cheche, from Niger State. More pictures after the cut:

Breaking News-Bomb Blast Rocks Federal Government College Kontagora

Another bomb blast has rocked a Federal Government College, this time in Kontagora in Niger State, Northern Nigeria, reports Premium Times.

The Niger State police spokesperson, Ibrahim Gambari, said an unidentified female suicide bomber struck at the school on Wednesday, killing herself and injuring three others.

Police bomb units have deployed to the scene, he said.

An eye witness revealed that at least one person was killed; but this cannot be confirmed as at the time of filing this report.

President Jonathan Unveils 100 Naira Commemorative Notes

President Goodluck Jonathan on Wednesday unveiled 100 Naira commemorative notes to mark Nigeria’s 100 years of amalgamation. The unveiling was done at Aso Rock today by the President, who was joined by Vice President Namadi Sambo, Central Bank Governor, Finance Minister Ngozi Okonjo Iweala, and other diginitaries who attended the weekly Federal Executive Council meeting at the Vila. Courtesy of Lekan Adetayo, you can view one more picture after the cut:

Ebola-Mali Records Second Death

Officials in Mali have shut down a hospital in Bamako where a second patient who died of the deadly Ebola Virus Disease was reported.

Mali’s Information Minister, Mahamadou Camara said in a statement on Twitter that “prevention measures” were being taken, but gave no details on the case. Local officials and diplomats said the new case was unrelated to the first one recorded in October.