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- LMAO! North Korea's internet is down. You go, USA!
- Exclusive photos from the armed robbery incident in Agbor today
- Explosion rocks Bauchi state Central market
- All you need to know about HMK REIT
- Graphic photos from scene of bomb blast in Gombe today
- More photos from Kim and Kanye's campaign for Balmain, Paris
- Photo: Bomb attack foiled in Yobe state
- Nairobi by Sujimoto
- Kim and Kanye West for Balmain
- Pic: Prof. Yemi Osinbanjo gives Nigerians a glimpse into his office
- Chris Brown shares sad photo
- Nigeria's foreign reserve drops by $500million in the last one week
- Have you heard of iBAKATV?
- Photos: Another Florida police officer killed
- Another fallen hero
- New photos of alleged T72 tanks bought to fight Boko Haram
- Photos: Gov. Ayo Fayose inspects distribution of rice in Ekiti state
- Video: In 60 seconds, 4 families had the chance to pick from Jumia warehouse
- Photos: Cristiano Ronaldo's new statue gets a massive bulge
- Read Peace Anyiam Osigwe's moving tribute to late brother who was shot dead by robbers
- Bomb blast in Gombe motor park, 15 people reported dead
- The Palms shopping mall rewards winners from the 25 days of Xmas promo
- Anyone seen Lil Wayne's scary new tattoo? (photos)
- Photos: Sarah ofili puts her butt & bikini body on display
- Photos: Dead female body on Unilag road
| LMAO! North Korea's internet is down. You go, USA! Posted: 22 Dec 2014 12:21 PM PST  Sony Pictures released a movie called The Interview, a comedy about a fictional assassination of North Korean leader, Kim Jong Un.. North Korean didn't find it funny and hacked into Sony's computers, rendering thousands of computers inoperable and forced Sony to take its entire computer network offline. That wasn't enough, they then threatened terror attack on US citizens if Sony doesn't cancel showing the movie, forcing Sony to pull the interview from theaters and losing almost $200m. Then the US govt got involved and told Sony to go ahead and release the movie, that they don't take lightly to threats and promised to retaliate for the attack on Sony. It looks like they've kept their to promise. North Korea is currently offline. Lol "Internet connectivity between North Korea and the outside world is currently suffering one of its worst outages in recent memory, suggesting that the country may be enduring a mass cyber attack a few days after President Obama warned the US would launch a "proportional response" to North Korea's hack against Sony North Korea, which has four official networks connecting the country to the Internet -- all of which route through China -- began experiencing intermittent problems yesterday and today went completely black, according to Doug Madory, director of Internet analysis at Dyn Research in Hanover, New Hampshire." Bloomberg reports.I find this so hilarious! Moral of the story, don't mess with the US. Will be MIA for a few hours... traveling out of the country. See you guys soon! |
| Exclusive photos from the armed robbery incident in Agbor today Posted: 22 Dec 2014 12:29 PM PST |
| Explosion rocks Bauchi state Central market Posted: 22 Dec 2014 12:10 PM PST  |
| All you need to know about HMK REIT Posted: 22 Dec 2014 08:06 AM PST  What is REIT? Reit is an acronym for Real Estate Investment Trust. It is a vehicle that invests in the ownership and management of a pool of real estate assets and mortgages, and packages them as tradable securities into which individual investors can subscribe. Continue... WHAT IS HMK REIT? HALDANE MCCALL REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUST (HMK REIT) is a close ended real estate investment constituted under a Trust Deed. HMK REIT will invest in Commercial and Residential properties that are already generating rental income in prime areas in Nigeria. The HMK REIT will be managed by FSDH Asset Management Ltd, one of the leading Asset Managers in Nigeria. WHAT IS THE OBJECTIVE OF THE HMK REIT? The investment objective of the REIT is to provide Unit holders with regular and stable distributions, sustainable long-term growth in dividend payment and NAV per unit while maintaining an appropriate capital structure. It aims to achieve a long-term appreciation of its assets and maximize returns on capital employed. WHY INVEST IN HMK REITS? ü Investing in the REIT allows for diversification of your investment portfolio thereby reducing risks ü There is access to first class properties in prime areas at discountedprices. ü Rent from the Commercial properties which allow the Fund Manager concentrate on the management of the REIT. ü There is diverse corporate tenant profile with staggered rental renewal periods which prevents mass vacancy at any one period.Existing long term leases with tenants. ü A Primary Market Maker will be appointed by The NigerianStock Exchange to ensure liquidity of the units by facilitatingcontinuous trading of the REIT on The NSE ü Bank guarantee of part of the projected rental income ü The REIT is managed by professionals with great care, topskill, prudence and diligence. ü Access to the experience of professionals of diverse skills and in-depth knowledge in real estate investment and operationsthat make up the Investment Committee. ü Stable and regular distribution of at least 90% of the net incomeaccruing from diversified portfolio of real estate and real estaterelated assets across residential and commercial properties andmoney market instruments. ü Properties strategically located in the heart of Ikeja, GRA and Ikoyi Lagos. ü 100% Committed Occupancy with high quality tenants. ü HOW TO PURCHASE Copies of the application Form can be obtained during the usual business hours on any week day (except public holidays) at the offices of Goldbanc Management Associates Ltd, BGL Capital Ltd, Capital Bancorp Plc,Greenwich Trust Ltd, Planet Capital Ltd, and LeadCapital Plc, your stockbroker or any of the Receiving Agents listed on pages 135-136 of the Prospectus or 61-62 of the Abridged Prospectus[H1] [MN2] [MN3] ü OFFER PRICE: N5.15 per unit ü MINIMUM SUBSCRIPTION: 10,000 units and multiples of 2,000 thereafter ü OFFER SIZE:N13, 390,000,000 (Thirteen Billion Three Hundred and Ninety Million Naira Only) ü PAYMENT TERMS: In full on application ü DURATION: Offer Opens: December 1, 2014 and Closes January 9, 2015 ü PROCEEDS: The proceeds of the REIT will be applied as consideration for the purchase of the initial assets of the REIT from the Sponsor and the third party agents while the balance will be utilized in investment in other real estate, real estate related assets and money market instruments. ü DISTRIBUTION: A minimum of 90% of the income earned in any financial year will be distributedto unit holders every financial year. ü RATING: The N13.3b Haldane McCall Real Estate Investment Trust is assigned a 'BBB' ratingby Global Credit Rating Company Limited. KEY PARTIES INVOLVED IN THE HMK REIT [H4] 1. FUND MANAGER: FSDH Asset Management Ltd 2. FINANCIAL ADVISER /LEAD ISSUING HOUSE: Goldbanc Management Associates Limited 3. CO-ISSUING HOUSES: BGL Plc Capital Bancorp Plc Greenwich Trust Ltd Lead Capital Plc Planet Capital Ltd 4. TRUSTEE TO THE FUND: SKYE Trustees Ltd 5. CUSTODIAN: UBA Plc (Global Investors Services Division) 6. SOLICITORS TO THE TRUSTEE: Austen–Peters & Co |
| Graphic photos from scene of bomb blast in Gombe today Posted: 22 Dec 2014 08:04 AM PST |
| More photos from Kim and Kanye's campaign for Balmain, Paris Posted: 22 Dec 2014 07:57 AM PST |
| Photo: Bomb attack foiled in Yobe state Posted: 22 Dec 2014 06:56 AM PST  On December 16th at about 9:10am, military personnel on Stop and Search along Potiskum Road by Ashaka/Bajoga Junction intercepted one Honda Odyssey vehicle with registration number AT 670 DKA (Yobe) driven by a man later identified as Nuru Fika. The driver who claimed that the car was faulty requested the security personnel to assist him in pushing the car. But the driver was requested to open the booth for searching which he refused. The booth was forced opened and Improvised Explosive Device (IED) were discovered there in. The driver took to flight but was arrested after sustaining gunshot wound, he was pronounced dead at the Hospital. Police EOD team moved to the scene where ten (10) cylinders were recovered from different compartments of the vehicle, all recovered IEDs were safely detonated. State CID Gombe is investigating. |
| Posted: 22 Dec 2014 06:33 AM PST  I braced myself for the worst owing to the unpleasant flight experience courtesy of a humid flight induced by the worn out aircraft to Kenya. I have never been in an aeroplane where I feel like I'm in a bakery in Badagry! For a second I thought I was in a flying "danfo" (commercial bus in Lagos), but arriving at the Kenyatta international airport blew my mind. Things started looking up. The efficiency of their immigration officials is truly commendable and I caught myself subconsciously comparing the airport and its services with some other international airports in Africa.  My stay at the DusitD2 Hotel was a fabulous experience. I was ready to brag about it later to my colleagues but kept my cool when I paid a visit to the Sankara Hotel. Permit me to say- " It is a sanctuary in the jungle". The service and meticulous decoration would give you the sensation that you are in the Dorchester in London. Words cannot justify the level of luxury that can be used to describe the TRIBE hotel owned by the iconic architect, Mehraz Ehsani. It is a haven that is cleverly themed with the rich and beautiful heritage of African art positioned within a range of 6sqm. I was able to count more than 920 art pieces. My tour guide; a close ally of the TRIBE is Mr Aram Laloui of ZANA; a company that would become our 'apple' in the nearest future. The leader of this company would tell you where the company is going. The zeal, diligence and passionate quality of this man will never let him down.  The event was amazing and extremely vibrant. I felt exhilarated and overwhelmed not from stress but from the joy of being in the same room and interacting with the biggest names in the African economy. I made a rather bold move to ask Africa's god of business; Dangote, "How did you turn N500k to $22billion?" He said, "Hard work is the biggest enemy of failure. Success can never ignore you if you are hardworking." My mind would never stop laughing when I remember the quote by Dr Adesina (Honourable Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development) about the sustainability of oil and the need to start tapping into the most important part of African growth which is agriculture. He said, "...by the time we realize that we can't drink petrol and we can't smoke gas, we would wake up and tap the dividends of agriculture."  After hotel shopping and the Forbes event, I'd by no means allow myself go back to Lagos without getting my view of the local developers. The were young and vibrant but a little laid back. I realized that most of the magnificent buildings were done by International citizens (Indians and South Africans), not local Kenyan workers. This upset me because it gives a negative buzz that Africans are not competent (which is a lie). From prehistoric times, Africans have made their mark when it comes to real estate. If you look at it from the time of Solomon (the first magnum real estate developer), you would appreciate the hard work and creativity of our African brothers. I cannot write this article without mentioning the good property along the Limuru road, which is a mixed material building, with a bridge, a swimming pool and a gym on the 7th floor. I was very impressed by the exterior. I visited the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trusts' Orphans' Project. It is a small ranch where orphaned animals are kept and taken care of. The experience was great as I got to see the true nature and beauty of these animals. I even adopted an elephant whilst I was there. They gave me the certification of adoption...guess what I called it..."Motophant". The night life in Kenya is one of the most attractive in Africa filled with vibrant young people who have obviously taken charge of their destiny. The athletic looking men and of course the 'coca-cola bottle' shaped ladies. If I wasn't married to SUJIMOTO CONSTRUCTION, Nairobi might be my next hunt destination. Ah! the taste of the local beer TUSKER reminds me of what Gulder tasted like in the 90s.  Nairobi is a boisterous city with its great offers in hospitality and as the Kenyans say in their Kiswahili dialect "Kaka sawa sawa" (brother all is well). I dare say I fell in love with the country on this initial visit and will never stop promoting and believing in them. This wouldn't be complete without a shout out and best wishes to my driver Mr. Nelson who's wife coincidentally gave birth the same day I left Nairobi. They decided to call their baby boy Suji. I asked him why?? He replied, "because a stranger gave me hope" |
| Kim and Kanye West for Balmain Posted: 22 Dec 2014 05:49 AM PST  |
| Pic: Prof. Yemi Osinbanjo gives Nigerians a glimpse into his office Posted: 22 Dec 2014 05:45 AM PST  |
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| Nigeria's foreign reserve drops by $500million in the last one week Posted: 22 Dec 2014 05:25 AM PST  This fall in foreign reserves is coming despite the devaluation of Nigeria's Naira. According to the Central Bank Governor, Godwin Emefiele, a large sum form the foreign reserves is being spent in defending the Naira from falling following its devaluation. According to the governor, "The CBN took the decision that it would be sub-optimal to continue to use up the country's reserves in defending the Naira. This decision was right because neither the Central Bank nor the Federal Government is in control of the major factors causing the depreciation of the nation's currency. In fact, the Russian Central Bank has abandoned its defence of the currency and allowed its depreciation, but only after it was said to have spent over $90 billion in defending the currency.". |
| Posted: 22 Dec 2014 05:18 AM PST iBAKATV your number one online TV Channel On YouTube launches a brand new SVOD platform with premium movies like the very much anticipated PHONE SWAP and many more blockbuster movies which will be premiering on your favorite online channel www.ibakatv.com this December. Expect nothing short of the very best in online entertainment as we take you through our array of crystal clear, sharp images, fantastic and intriguing storyline in Drama, Romance, Comedy, Action and many more hit movies like OCTOBER 1ST, THE MEETING, BEING MRS ELLIOT, 30 DAYS IN ATLANTA; need we go on? All for a token fee. Our new platform is so robust, it accommodates and is compatible with all devices ranging from Mobile Phones,ipad, PCs even TV. You don't need to fret about heavy data consumption when you stream the movies as it consumes very less data or you can watch on full HD formats; the fullest and sharpest pictures as if the pictures are jumping right at you! And If you are facing any challenges, just call us or click on the Live-chat and you can talk to any of our competent customer care representatives who are at your service 24 hours of the day, 7 days of the week to guide you through this wonderful experience with us. On iBAKATV, Your satisfaction our passion.....See you there!!! |
| Photos: Another Florida police officer killed Posted: 22 Dec 2014 05:13 AM PST   The married father of six was killed while responding to a noise complaint at an apartment complex. According to reports, Kondek arrived at the complex and saw Marco confronting another man with a gun in his waistline. When Marco spotted the officer, he immediately opened fire, killing the officer. He then stole a car and ran over the cop he'd just shot but he then lost control of the car and hit a power pole. That was where he was apprehended by back up police. Marco later told police he killed Kondek because he did not want to return to prison. He has now been jailed on first-degree murder charges. |
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| New photos of alleged T72 tanks bought to fight Boko Haram Posted: 22 Dec 2014 04:49 AM PST  After reading the comments and most people are in doubt if the tanks are in Nigeria, here are more evidence to proof that the T72 computerized tanks are in Nigeria. And the real war has just begun, this administration will flush out BH now. Please find attach pix of the T72 tanks with our boys to proof critics that the tanks are in Nigeria and are ready to flush BH for good. With the immense support from the administration, the boys morals are high and ready to maintain the army's integrity.   |
| Photos: Gov. Ayo Fayose inspects distribution of rice in Ekiti state Posted: 22 Dec 2014 04:38 AM PST |
| Video: In 60 seconds, 4 families had the chance to pick from Jumia warehouse Posted: 22 Dec 2014 04:31 AM PST  As promised, 4 children from 4 families who shopped over N20,000 worth of products on Black Friday were given the opportunity to pick items from the Jumia warehouse, and whatever they succeeded in picking in 60 seconds was theirs to take home instantly, no strings attached. From, Play Station 4 consoles, bicycles, tablets, phones, home theatre systems, to toys and fashion items, the kids had their eyes for everything, and had tremendous fun while making their family members smile. When the clock drew to a stop, it was amazing all they had been able to grab and fit in their trolleys as their parents rallied, hugged and kissed them. Jonathan Doerr, MD Marketing, speaking after the event said, 'Even though I did not take part in the run myself I am still trying to catch my breath! Wow! It is really heartwarming seeing the wide smiles on the faces of the children who could not contain their joy as they seem to have received much more than they could have wished for Christmas. As we head into 2015, Customers of Jumia can expect even bigger initiatives and appreciation gestures from us as we continuously endeavor to put out customers first'. |
| Photos: Cristiano Ronaldo's new statue gets a massive bulge Posted: 22 Dec 2014 04:21 AM PST         |
| Read Peace Anyiam Osigwe's moving tribute to late brother who was shot dead by robbers Posted: 22 Dec 2014 04:03 AM PST   "When you are as close as we are as a family, it is not easy to think that you will not see one of you again. When our father traveled to a higher land being that E.O was my best friend, it was a lot easy because I had time to say goodbye but Micheal my brother gave me or anyone no time to say goodbye. But how do you say goodbye to a brother who was the epitome of peace.He cares for everyone and was always fussing over everyone of us. I have been blessed to have seven brothers all wonderful in their own ways but Micheal was truly special. The few months were trying period in my life but he stood by me never letting me go alone for any appointment. He never wanted m fighting anyone because he believed that life is a cycle. Micheal it is most painful that you died by a gunshot. This you didn't deserve. As your one and only sister, this is one thing I cannot bear. I don't think that I or many others whose life you touched in so many ways will ever be able to comprehend this nightmare that we are having right now. Micheal Nwannenya, it's amazing that papa allowed you to join him so soon but knowing you the way I do, I know that you save the world and not yourself. It has done on me each day I wake up that it is a reality Micheal, the Cerebral Genius, the caring understandable humble brother you can ever have is gone. As President of the Africa Film Academy which under your control as Coordinator General of the Anyiam Osigwe Foundation, we cannot bear this loss because you were very important in everything that concerns AMAA. Our loss is immense both as an organization and also personally as your wife Okiemute is our Accountant in AMAA. Micheal Anyioam-Osigwe, he walked with the poise of a leader. The embodiment of peace coupled with the eloquence of a true gentelman. He was the personification of genius. Like your father who was an extraordinary form of man, you understand where others were ignorant in the reality of the world. Micheal, you were, you are still and will forever remain one of the greatest to this country and the world at large. You have not left, you have transcended. Remember, character is personality. As I conclude, I want to ask my brother, President Goodluck Jonathan who has been a member of this family that for the sake of your brother Micheal Anyiam-Osigwe, do not let his death be in vain. This stretch of road between Okada and Benin have taken so many souls that did not need to be taken. Its frightening to also hear that the armed robbers were wearing DSS uniforms. I wonder what your service chiefs are doing to help travelers get rid of these men of the underworld. Please do the road for the sake of a man who is a global Ambassador of Nigeria". |
| Bomb blast in Gombe motor park, 15 people reported dead Posted: 22 Dec 2014 04:05 AM PST  |
| The Palms shopping mall rewards winners from the 25 days of Xmas promo Posted: 22 Dec 2014 03:50 AM PST  Christmas definitely came early this year for The Palms Shopping Mall shoppers as there are big rewards in "The Palms 25 days to Christmas Promo". Winners have started emerging from across all The Palms Shopping outlets in Nigeria in "The Palms 25 days to Christmas promo". Many have walked away with fantastic prizes such as DVD players, 12 yards of Daviva materials, Lego gift set, Mango vouchers, DKNY perfumes, Mango 50k vouchers, Sit up bench, Fossil wallets, Ennzo vouchers, Magnetic bikes, Shoprite vouchers and lots more. There is no time to waste. Loads of amazing prizes to be won every day till the 24th of December. All you need to do to qualify is, find your way to any of The Palms Shopping mall, do your shopping for anything or things worth N5,000 and above , drop your shopping receipts with your name and phone number on the reverse of the receipt at any of the designated Promo collection points within The Palms Shopping Mall and you may be well on your way to be a winner of any of these fantastic prizes; Daily goodie bags worth 100,000, 3 Weekend bundle prizes worth 200,000, 3rd place prize of 1 X Samsung audio dock + DVD + 100,000 Shopping vouchers, 2nd place prize of 1 X Samsung audio dock + Triangular AC + N100,000 worth of Shopping Voucher, 1st place prize of 1 X Samsung 40" flat screen TV + DVD + N100,000 worth of Shopping Voucher + entry to win a car on the 24th Dec. 2014 The Grand finale prize of a car from the nationwide promo. This is not just awesome, it's massive!! You are reading right a KIA RIO is up for grabs and it could be yours!! What do you wish for this Christmas season? Wish it and maybe The Palms will make your wishes come true! The promo kicked off on the 30th of Nov. 2014 and you can follow all activities of the promo on instagram @ThePalmsNG, on Twitter with #ThePalmsXmasPromo and www.facebook.com/ThePalmsShoppingMallon Facebook. Hurry now and start shopping at The Palms Shopping Mall. The Palms Shopping Mall was established in 2004 to cater to large scale retail marketing. The brand has successfully established the business of providing first in class modern retail experiences to its teeming customers. In recognizing its customers and rewarding loyalty, the brand has instituted the 25 Days to Christmas Promo.            |
| Anyone seen Lil Wayne's scary new tattoo? (photos) Posted: 22 Dec 2014 03:31 AM PST   |
| Photos: Sarah ofili puts her butt & bikini body on display Posted: 22 Dec 2014 03:13 AM PST   |
| Photos: Dead female body on Unilag road Posted: 22 Dec 2014 02:51 AM PST |
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