Friday, October 31, 2014

Is ISIS allied to or influencing African Jihadi Groups? – By Hassan M. Abukar


In August 2014, Africa’s spy chiefs met in Nairobi as part of the African Union’s Committee of Intelligence and Security Services of Africa (CISSA). They expressed deep concern about the growing threat of the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) and the likelihood that the radical outfit might influence the continent’s own jihadi groups. Areas of concern for the chiefs included an “alliance being built by terror groups worldwide, sophisticated sources of funding, and [Africa’s] porous borders.”

A major risk of ISIS establishing itself in Africa is through the continent’s organized jihadi groups. This begs the question: Does ISIS has a relationship with these groups?

Federal gov. Set to Replicate SME Clusters in 9,555 Wards Nationwide


FG is defined to reproduce the success story of Small and Medium-sized Enterprise (SME) clusters in 9,555 wards over the country.
"In Lagos, Minister of Science and Technology Dr. Abdu Bulama discolsed the goal of those projects is to market raw materials processing clusters, that will be an initiative of the Raw Materials Research and Development Council.

FG to Upgrade Navy Capabilities and Facilities


FG is set to upgrade  the equipment and facilities of the Nigerian Navy within measures meant to improve the fight against insurgency and other crimes. The Minister of Defence General Aliyu Gusau (rtd) disclosed this yesterday at the commissioning of the Naval Headquarters office extension in Abuja, adding the government would continue steadily to cater for the welfare of military personnel.

Federal Gov. Set to Unveil national policy on ageing

Leader Goodluck Jonathan revealed plans to institute a National Policy On Ageing. The announcement was made by the Minister of Women Affairs & Social Development Hajiya Zainab Maina at the opening of a two-Day National Summit on Ageing & Older Persons. The conference was organized by her ministry in collaboration with Dave Omokaro Foundation and other stakeholders, marking this year's International Day of Older Persons.

Nigeria’s Pension Assets Hit 4.5 Trillion Naira

President Goodluck Jonathan's reforms in pension administration have generated an important rise in the nation's total pension assets which now stand above N4.5 trillion. Director-General of National Pension Commission (PENCOM) Mrs. Chinelo Anohu-Amazu noted in just a short time frame, PENCOM recorded laudable achievements with the pension reforms and the implementation of the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS).

Photos: Bomb blast at Gombe Line motor park

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A bomb went off at the Gombe Line motor park in Gombe state around 9am today that has triggered the death of at least 30 people. Eye witnesses say the bomb was planted by a man who came and dropped his bag in a Kano line bus and left. NEMA officials were present at the scene removing the dead bodies and taking the injured to the Gombe State Specialist Hospital. Hoping to obtain additional info from the blast later. See more pics bellow

Pics: Nnamdi Azikiwe University students design formular student race car

 5 final year students of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, have designed and fabricated a formula student race car as a final year project. Yea, they did. The students are Okoyenta Augustus, Okeke Chukwuebuka, Ezeani Chikeluba‎, Ofoegbu Kenechukwu, and Igbokwe Ebenezer. (all pictured above). The car was made under the supervision of Dr. S C Nwigbo. The project took about oe year and half to do , with the students working under severe condition when it comes to power, poor machinery and attending lectures. Nevertheless they never backed down, and have achieve this incredible feat.‎ Listed here are photos of the car's exhibition in the clear presence of the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Ahaneku and other dignitaries from the school.

"Yes, I slept with a married man and it was the wrong thing to do, but.." - Taqoya talks affair with Mathew Knowles

 Matthew Knowles other baby mama, former lingerie model Taqoya Brancomb sat down with Inside Edition recently and opened up about her affair with Mathew Knowles where she readily admitted to sleeping with Matthew while he was married to Beyonce's mum, Tina Knowles.
"Yes, I slept with a married man and it was the wrong thing to do, but I have a beautiful daughter who came out of the situation.”
Taqoya said Mathew treated her like 'the love of his life' until she got pregnant...and also claims he lied to her about having a vasectomy and has made it very clear he wants nothing to do with her or their daughter, 4 year old model and actress, Koi Knowles (pictured right). Continue...

Photos: Ikeja City Mall (ICM) for the 1st time hosts 2face Idibia in autograph session

For the 1st time at the Ikeja City Mall, fondly​ called the ICM, an autograph session was held with none other compared to the living musical legend himself, 2Face Idibia, headlining the event. He was followed closely by his entourage including his protégé, Dammy Krane and a bunch of other recording artistes from his label Hypertek Digital. He happens to be embarking on a nationwide tour promoting his erstwhile LP, ‘The Ascension ', and both forthcoming releases'Face2Face 10.0'and ‘Rewindselectuptodate '.

Exposed: Western or MSM massive Propaganda against Lagos and Africa.

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Western or Main stream media (MSM) Propaganda against Lagos, Nigeria and Africa.

In a write-up titled'Worst Places I've Ever Visited, From A Man Who Has Visited Everywhere ', Yahoo Travel expert/writer Lee Abbamonte, ranked Lagos, as the No. 1 worst city to see on earth.
Above (right) is the picture he shared of Lagos and below is what he wrote about Lagos

President of Bukina Faso resigns following riot, military takes over

The President of Burkina Faso, Blaise Campaore has resigned from office following yesterday's massive protest by people who have been against the elongation of his 27 years tenure. In a statement released today, Campaore said his seat was vacant and urged his people to conduct an election within the next 90 days.

"Father Christmas", Santa Claus passes on @86

 Santa Claus found in plenty of Coca-Cola adverts? Well, he's died. His name was John Moore and he was the famous "Father Christmas" who inspired Coca Cola's character and appeared in lots of ads for the brand. He died recently at age 86 and will be buried today in Burgess Hill, Sussex,UK.When he wasn't shooting for Coca-Cola, he spent the remaining portion of the year working as a taxi driver and barman.

Kaduna armourer nabbed for selling Nigeria Police weapons to criminals commits suicide in cell


Deputy Superintendent of Police Nanbol Audu, who was the officer in control of the Kaduna Armory, has killed himself days after he was paraded with two others for stealing and selling police weapons to criminals and rich people in the state. He was paraded the Monday October 27th

Awolowo Road Ikoyi shut down over vice President's visit

 A Source just sent in these photos. They say Awolowo Road, Ikoyi has been on stand for over two hours as they are expecting vice-president Namadi Sambo, so there hasn't been much movement in the area. See more photos bellow.

Spread Of Ebola In Liberia Is Slowing Down - WHO


World Health Organisation said on Wednesday in Geneva that the spread of Ebola in Liberia appeared to be slowing compared to the “heavy traffic” in the past.Bruce Aylward, who is in charge of WHO’s efforts to fight the disease in West Africa, said there were indications that the actual number of newly reported cases was beginning to decline in Liberia.He said that hospital beds in the capital Monrovia had been freeing up, the number of laboratory-confirmed cases had remained stable, and the number of burials had fallen.Aylward stressed that the analysis was preliminary, and that there was a chance that the development might be due to a lack of reporting of new cases or people not seeking treatment.

Chinedu Bags The Gulder Ultimate Search 2014! (Watch the FULL Final Episode)

Chinedu has won the Gulder final search 2014, he overcome Cossy and Afolabi to battle the generals helmet. for anyone maybe not in Nigeria, you are able to view the full Episode bellow:

Atiku writes about Mubi attack, says some of the victims are people he knew personally


Ex-VP Atiku Abubakar says a few of the people which were killed in the Mubi attack in Adamawa state by Boko Haram members on October 29th were people he knew personally. Above is what he wrote on his Facebook page.

The Dream shares photos from his 3rd wedding to his 4th baby mama


37 year old music producer, singer and song writer Terius Youngdell Nash popularly called The Dream got married for the 2nd time of time in July in 2010 but only released some pics from the marriage yesterday. Dream and his new wife Lalonne Martinez expect a kid together that'll make it his 6th child. He's 3 with first wife, Nivea, one with second wife Christina Milian, another having an ex-girlfriend and expecting another with Lalonne, who he claims is his last bus stop. Ase!!

Photos: Leader Goodluck Jonathan picks up PDP Nomination form

Leader GEJ picked up the PDP Presidential Expression of Interest and Nomination form yesterday October 30th at the party's national headquarters in Abuja.

Check out more Photos from Sarah Ofili's birthday party

The super hot model clocked a year older last week & her close pals including ex-beauty queen Munachi Abii threw her a birthday party at Lacampaign Tropical Beach Resort. 

Check out Photos of Beyonce’s half-sister.

Listed here are the photos of Beyonce's half-sister (right). Her mum is former lingerie model, Taqoya Branscomb, the 2nd woman who arrived recently saying Matthew Knowles is the daddy of her daughter born in 2010.
Taqoya revealed photos of her child in a recently available interview with Inside Edition, saying the young girl has shown an interest for singing and dancing...
See more photos bellow.

Pics: Soldier lost his life in accident while conveying colleagues injured by B'Haram to hospital


The person pictured above together with his wife and son died recently while conveying a number of his colleagues who'd been injured in a struggle with Boko Haram, to a hospital in the North. He leaves behind  a new wife and a son.
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Photo of Man wanted by EFCC


The public is hereby notified that Salisu Taiwo aka Olusola Enitan, whose photograph appears above is wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in an instance of Conspiracy, Obtaining Property and Money by False Pretences and Issuance of Dud Cheques. Taiwo beneath the pretext of renting a house, situated at Magodo GRA, Lagos, and purchasing items for the furnishing, issued cheques totaling N11, 398, 500.
Continue..

Photo gallery: Anti-government protesters set Burkina Faso Parliament ablaze!


Anti-government protesters in Burkina Faso today set their National parliament ablaze adhering to a decision by members of parliament to examine the country's constitution to permit President Blaise Compaore extend his 27-year rule. The parliament members were set to ovote on an alteration of the constitution which may permit the sitting president, Blaise Compaore - who took power in a coup in 1987 - to mean re-election again next season, when he was due to stand down.

The angry protesters who didn't concur with the proposed constitution review stormed the National Assembly building in the capital Ouagadougou, ransacking offices and setting fire to cars, before attacking the national television headquarters. One or more person died in the mayhem.
Among the protesters said;

Thursday, October 30, 2014

Photo Post: Check out the world's first Barbie-themed Hotel room



 See more pics bellow.