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Belgian footballer dies after collapsing during a match

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 12:45 PM PDT

24 year old Belgian footballer Gregory Mertens died today April 30th in the hospital, three days after he collapsed during a match. Doctors said he died of heart failure.

The former Belgium Under-21 international fell during the first half of a match on Monday April 27th. He was first treated on the pitch but when they realized it was serious, he was rushed to the hospital where he was placed on life support. His condition didn't improve and today his family agreed his life support should be switched off. He passed away around 4pm today.
"Gregory was only one-and-a-half years at the club, but in that short time his quiet modesty made him an indispensable person. Now we will have to learn to live with the loss." his club said in a statement. May his soul rest in peace, amen.

See amazing biro drawing of president Jonathan

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 12:53 PM PDT

Here's a finished piece on President Jonathan by Nigerian artist, Oscar Chuks. Drawn with a ball point Pen (BIC) on white embossed paper. Amazing! See the original pic after the cut...



Visit www.facebook.com/oscarchuks.arts to view more works.

I'll handover a Nigeria completely free of terrorist strongholds Pres. Jonathan assures

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 12:31 PM PDT

The State House Press statement below..
President Goodluck Jonathan pledged Thursday in Abuja that he will do all within his powers to ensure that all Nigerian territory still held by terrorists and insurgents are totally liberated before May 29, 2015. Receiving a delegation of Heads of Customs from the West and Central African Region of the World Customs Organisation led by the Secretary-General of the organisation, Mr. Kunio Mikuriya, President Jonathan said that he was determined to hand over a country completely free of terrorist strongholds to the President-elect, General Muhammadu Buhari.
The President said that ongoing military operations in the North-East had already recorded huge successes, with two states completely free from the control of terrorists, while operations in the third state had reached a concluding stage. "We can now say two states are completely free from terrorist control, while in the third state, it is only in one Local Government Area that they are still present.
That is in the Sambisa Forest," he said. President Jonathan noted that the military had already moved into the forest to seize the remaining camps of the terrorists, adding that the recent rescue of about 300 abducted girls and women was further evidence of the success being achieved in the ongoing operation.

On his decision to concede victory to the President-elect, General Muhammadu Buhari, before all the results of the presidential elections were announced, President Jonathan said that elections must be approached from a nationalistic point of view. "Our elections should be about where Nigeria is going. If Nigeria is moving forward, it is for the good of all Nigerians. My children and grandchildren will live and grow in this country and contribute to it. I always tell my colleagues to leave office when their time is up. We are trying to encourage African leaders not to remain in power as kings until death,'' he said.

Mr. Mikuriya commended the President for supporting the reform of the Nigeria Customs Service, noting that other African countries had already started emulating the vision, strategy, adoption to new technology and result- oriented training of officers that were captured in Nigeria's reforms. Reuben Abati Special Adviser to the President (Media and Publicity) April 30, 2015

Prince William & Kate Middleton celebrate 4th wedding anniversary

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 12:19 PM PDT

Yesterday, Wednesday, April 29, Kate Middleton, 33, and her Husband Prince William, 32, left their Kensington Palace home around 11 a.m and headed towards Buckhiham palace to celebrate their wedding anniversary. The royals celebrated their 4th wedding anniversary on the low-key day, marking the moment that they said "I do" privately.

The couple got married on April 29, 2011, in the festive ceremony at Westminster Abbey.

'Malaria No More Nigeria' Celebrates World Malaria Day With Funny Skit by AY Comedian

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 12:27 PM PDT

'Malaria No More' through the Federal Ministry of Health, National Malaria Elimination Programme and its partners launched the national malaria awareness campaign; 'A Malaria-Free Nigeria: Play your part!' with the objective of reducing malaria deaths by 50% by 2015 in Nigeria.

To celebrate the 2015 world malaria day which was on the 25th of April 2015, "Malaria No More Nigeria" has launched an educative comedy skit featuring celebrated comedian AY Makun.


The purpose is to create a funny video that will go viral on social media across Nigeria and beyond, while inspiring people to take action against malaria.

Watch Hilarious "Malaria No More Nigeria" Skit by Comedian AY below...


CONNECT WITH "MALARIA NO MORE NIGERIA":
Hashtag: #MalariaFreeNigeria
Twitter: www.twitter.com/MalariaNoMoreN1 ( @MalariaNoMoreN1 )

PDP will bounce back in 2019 – President Jonathan declares

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 11:05 AM PDT

Read the state House press release below...
President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan declared Thursday in Abuja that if members of the Peoples' Democratic Party (PDP) remain committed to the vision of its founding fathers and work very hard, the party will return to power at the Federal level in 2019. Speaking after receiving the report of the PDP Presidential Campaign Organization at the Presidential Villa, President Jonathan said that the party already had all that it will require to win the 2019 elections, but needed to return to the drawing board to re-strategize for the future.
"Whatever happened was like a slip. You don't need to travel to America to know how power moves from the Republicans to the Democrats and from the Democrats to the Republicans.

"You can even go to Ghana that is very close to us. The present administration lost some years back and of course they came back, and won the elections. So the problem is not whether we lost or won elections, which is already history, but how we can reconsolidate our party.

"If we are committed and we work hard, definitely the PDP will spring back," President Jonathan told members of the party's Presidential Campaign Organisation. Noting that the outcome of future elections will be determined by the party's preparedness, President Jonathan urged members of the PDP to be more united and remain loyal to the party.

"We must continue to be united as a party. And continue to work hard so that as we move towards subsequent elections in 2019 and 2023, PDP will come out stronger.

"Let's not judge PDP by the results of the presidential elections, because in some of the states where we saw the PDP score so low, it was probably due to problems within the PDP. The party will come back stronger. PDP is still the most organized party. PDP is still the party that nobody owns. PDP is still the party that whoever you are, you can get to any level that you aspire to through competence. I encourage members of our party to remain faithful and not be disillusioned,'' the President said.

In his remarks at the occasion, the Director General of the PDP Presidential Campaign Organisation, Sen. Ahmadu Ali, commended President Jonathan for putting the nation before his personal ambition. "Our great party will emerge from this debacle stronger, wiser and prouder. Even in defeat, we are able to impart some valuable lessons to the Nigerian electorate.

"This is the first time in the history of this country that a sitting Government has handed over power peacefully to an opposition party after an election. We are proud of you,'' he told President Jonathan.

Reuben Abati
Special Adviser to the President (Media and Publicity)
April 30, 2015

Janet Jackson and her billionaire husband attend Giorgio Armani's party in Milan

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 11:00 AM PDT

Since 48 year old Janet Jackson got married to her Qatar-based business magnate Wissam Al Manaso in 2012, it has become rare to see her in public, so you can imagine the amazement of seeing photos of  her at Giorgio Armani's 40th Anniversary celebration at Nobu in Milan, Italy on Wednesday. 

Janet Jackson brought her husband as her date for the dinner. She tried to go incognito by wearing a hooded blazer and black pants but one sharp and quick photographer recognized her and was able to grab a couple of shots of her and her billionaire husband walking into the reception hand in hand.
Janet Jackson had not walked a red carpet since October 2014, for the Vogue Fashion Dubai Experience before that, the singer was last seen by paparazzi in February.

Images: USweekly

More photos of rescued females from Sambisa Forest

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 09:58 AM PDT

Some of the women and girls (with their kids) found by Nigerian troops at Sambisa Forest two days ago. More photos after the cut...

Chris Brown and Rihanna party together last night

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 10:05 AM PDT

Well, not that they partied together but they were at the same party at the same time last night. They were both spotted at rapper Travis Scott's birthday party last night handling the same snake while party goers Tweeted confirmation. See that after the cut...

Record the Fight of the Century in High Definition...

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 09:53 AM PDT

Rewind, record and replay the Mayweather&Pacquiao fight all day long on your DSTV Explora. It's going down on the 3rd of May 2015 from 3.00 CAT on super sport 6. Exclusive to DSTV Premium

Photo: Nigerian wins 2015 Commonwealth Short Story Prize

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 09:20 AM PDT

Nigerian Lesley Nneka Arimah (above left) is winner of the 2015 Commonwealth Short Story Prize (African region) for her short story 'Light'. Congrats to her.

Photos: Actress Mide Martins rocks denim bum short

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 09:19 AM PDT

That's a hot body for a mother of two. Another pic after the cut..

Gospel artist Solomon Lange's pre-wedding shoot

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 09:07 AM PDT

Popular Gospel artist Solomon Lange will be getting married to his bride Florence this Saturday in Abuja and just released these lovely pre-wedding photos. Congrats to them. See more photos after the cut...


 

Executed Andrew Chan writes haunting letter to children around the world, warning them about the dangers of drugs

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 08:59 AM PDT

Andrew Chan is one of the 8 people executed in Indonesia two days ago. He was known as the Bali 9 ringleader. Before he was executed by a firing squad, Andrew wrote haunting letter to schoolchildren around the world where he revealed how he became addicted to drugs at age 15 and warns teens not to follow his footsteps. The letter was read out Chan himself from inside his Indonesian prison cell, as part of a documentary made available to schools. After introducing himself, the Australian said;
'Now the reason why I'm writing you this letter is to address you guys about the dangers of drugs and the effects it can have on you and also others. To tell you a little bit about my life story, I was once 15, 16 and it wasn't too long ago I was sitting in a class just like you guys.
'I was an average kid and let me tell you that my teachers didn't like me one bit and I was no teacher's pet. But to cut a long story short, I got mixed up with drugs at a pretty young age and by the time I was 15 I was merged into the scene.'
'Ive done things which I am not proud of in my life and I've made some pretty stupid decisions. My life is a perfect example of an absolute waste.
'Now to elaborate the effects of where I am, I've missed weddings, I've missed funerals and the simple presence of my own family.
'The hurt and pain - I don't just put it onto myself, but the pain I put on my family is agonising. A simple touch such as a hug is not possible for a condemned man like me. I have nothing but an iron bar to hug rather than to be embraced by those I love and who I miss.' 
'What you choose today will make what you become tomorrow. If you want to be a thug and a big bad wolf, I'll see you soon inside. But for those that want to do something in life I'd like you guys to see how important it is to put your head down and study hard. 
'I hope these words will penetrate in your minds and in your hearts and I hope that most of you, if not all of you, will achieve more than I ever did.'

Paul Okoye shares adorable pic with his son and niece

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 08:47 AM PDT

Aww, see the way his niece is looking at him. So cute!

CWP Product Launch and Awareness Day holds tomorrow

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 08:40 AM PDT

Join CWP Nigeria at The Lagoon, 1C Ozumba Mbadiwe, Victoria Island, Lagos on May 1st at 11am, as we unveil our new products - including the amazing Spaghetti Bolognese!! It's also an opportunity to taste our entire product range for FREE! The day will be filled with different activities and there are loads of exciting prizes up for grabs; First 100 people also get a goodie bag packed with a lot of freebies.


It is also an opportunity to bring a friend, who you think would benefit from the event!! So don't miss out and make sure you bring a friend. Call 0807 487 0841 or email Kanyinsola@cambridgeweightplan-nigeria.com back to RSVP.
We look forward to seeing you.

TF is this? Lol

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 08:34 AM PDT

This one na love in Shagamu o...Lol.

Mu’azu not asked to resign, PDP NWC not in dispute with Governors - PDP

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 08:16 AM PDT

There were reports in some dailies today that PDP Chairman Adamu Mu-Azu has been asked to resign and that he and other PDP National Working Committee members who attended a meeting yesterday were asked to go out  by some governors before the official end of the meeting. PDP has released a statement denying there was a dispute or that Mu'azu was asked to resign. The statement below...
The National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) says it is not in dispute with PDP Governors' Forum or any other organ of the party.
PDP National Publicity Secretary, Olisa Metuh in a statement on Thursday said that the "NWC was never asked to resign by the forum of governors or any other organ of the party for that matter"

"For the avoidance of doubt therefore, the NWC states that at no time was the National Chairman of our great party, Ahmed Adamu Mu'azu walked out of the meeting of the governors, neither was he in any way ill-treated at that meeting contrary to reports in some section of the media.

"To put the records straight, our National Chairman upon invitation by the governors attended the meeting alongside our Deputy National Chairman, Prince Uche Secondus and National Legal Adviser, Barr. Victor Kwon and left after a brief and fruitful discussion with the governors. He was not at any time asked to resign and nothing close to such was ever insinuated at the meeting.

"For purposes of clarification, the National Working Committee as a duly elected organ of the party has a constitutionally guaranteed tenure which expires in March 2016. It is therefore focused on galvanizing every organ and interests within the PDP with a view to re-engineering it for the task ahead.

"To this end, the NWC is currently working hand in hand with strategic stakeholders including PDP governors towards repositioning our great party and regaining power at the center by 2019.

"In this regard, the National Working Committee in its meeting on Wednesday April 29, 2015 constituted a special committee under the Chairmanship of the Deputy Senate President, Senator Ike Ekweremadu. The committee membership is drawn from all the key stakeholders of the party including members of the forum of governors.

"Furthermore, the NWC states that it holds the PDP Governors' Forum in very high esteem, especially its Chairman, Governor Godswill Akpabio, who has worked assiduously for the progress of the party.

"Finally, the NWC restates that it enjoys the confidence and respect of all our organs and structures across board, particularly the PDP governors who individually and collectively appreciate that the supremacy of the party is more important than anything else at this point in time.

Signed:
Olisa Metuh
National Publicity Secretary

Future claps back at Ciara's fans...lol

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 08:15 AM PDT

Ciara's fans known as C-squad have been attacking Future ever since Ciara stepped out with her new man, NFL player Russell Wilson. They think Russell is an upgrade. Yesterday, Future sent a cryptic tweet seemingly aimed at Ciara, Russell and her fans, saying he wished he cared. When the trolls won't leave him alone, Future let them know he was only amused by their antics and nothing else. See the tweets after the cut...

President Zuma calls GEJ over xenophobic attacks

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 07:53 AM PDT

President Zuma of South Africa has reportedly put a call across to President Jonathan to express his sadness over the recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa. He appealed to President Jonathan not to allow the incident affect the bilateral relationship between the two countries.

Reports of the phone call is contained in a statement released by the office of the South African president today April 30th. The statement in part below
"The two Presidents reaffirmed the warm and cordial relations between South Africa and Nigeria and pledged that the two countries will continue to work together for the good of their peoples and the continent as a whole. President Jonathan expressed his support for the efforts of South Africa to arrest the attacks on foreign nationals and to ensure the safety and security of all citizens, including foreign nationals and those from the African continent in particular, who bore the brunt of the attacks earlier this month (April)."

Chika Ike shows off body in work-out gear as she announces she's renewed her contract with Bullet energy drink

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 12:17 PM PDT

Star actress Chika Ike who recently premiered her reality TV Show 'African Diva' reality TV show announced on her instagram page this morning that her contract with bullet energy drink as the brand ambassador has been renewed for 2 years. Congrats to her as she smiles to the bank.

Photo of some of the rescued girls; military now says identity of girls still unknown

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 07:38 AM PDT

Above is a photo of some of the girls recently rescued by Nigerian troops from Sambisa Forest. Meanwhile Spokesperson of the Defence Headquarters, Major General Chris Olukolade, says identity of the rescued females is still unknown. He said this while addressing newsmen in Abuja today
"Additional number of persons are still being recovered from the forest. Until such comprehensive profiling is done, nobody can confirm whether they are among the Chibok girls or not. Whoever they may be, the important thing is that Nigerians held captive under very severe and inhuman condition have been freed by our gallant troops.
The joy and sense of hope being expressed by many Nigerians on hearing about the rescue operation is therefore understandable. We would like to reassure them that the momentum of this operation will be sustained until that sambisa forest is comprehensively cleaned out and all Nigerians held captive within the bowels of the forest are rescued. There is great hope for the recovery of more hostage of the terrorists." he said

10 of Malala Yousafzai's attackers jailed for life

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 07:34 AM PDT

10 men who were involved in the assassination attempt on teenage education activist & Nobel Peace Prize Laurette, Malala Yousafzai in 2012, have been convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment, by a Pakistani High Court today April 30th. Life imprisonment in Pakistan is 25 years.

Although none of the men who directly carried out the attack were arraigned and sentenced today, the 10 men sentenced played a role in the attack .
"They certainly had a role in the planning and execution of the assassination attempt on Malala," said a police official in Swat who declined to be identified as he was not authorized to speak to the media.
Police believe the gunman who shot Malala escaped across the border into Afghanistan.

Charly Boy prepared to ride his bike from Abuja to China if...

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 07:27 AM PDT

Oya, Buhari please make it happen! Lol. It's possible! :-)

New study shows Nigerian women lead pack of female entrepreneurs in the world

Posted: 30 Apr 2015 07:22 AM PDT

A study by the Gates Foundation and the Clinton Foundation shows that Nigerian women lead the pack of female entrepreneurs in the world. Above is a graph drawn by researchers to show countries with highest number of female entrepreneurs in the world. Go Nigerian women!

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