IMO STATE POLICE COMMAND BULLETIN [SUDDEN AND UNNATURAL DEATH]

According to report reaching IOB, On the 14/06/2020, at about 0900 hrs, acting on a report received at the Police station ,operatives of the Divisional Police hqrs, Nekede/Ihiagwa Division moved to room 19 Vic-Mic lodge situated around JMJ Bus stop, broke into the....

Cut These Five Things From Your Life to Reduce Your Cancer Risk

When it comes to making healthy lifestyle choices—particularly ones about your diet—it can be confusing to know which way to turn for advice. One expert might say that a certain food is the healthiest thing you can eat while an article you stumbled across online claims that food should be avoided at all costs. In addition, health and nutrition recommendations tend to change every few years, which doesn't make things any less murky. What we do know is that at least 18 percent of all

Asset declaration saga: CCB refuses access to Kyari,, Fashola, Amaechi's declaration forms

With the on going wars of asset declaration, Punch Ng has had its request turned down by the Code of  Conduct Bureau, it was learnt that the Code of Conduct Bureau has refused to release copies of asset declaration forms of some prominent Nigerians more than seven days after Saturday Punch sent a letter of request to the bureau.

Relying on the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2011, Saturday Punch had on January 24 written to the CCB asking for copies of asset declaration forms of the Chief of Staff to the President, Abba Kyari; Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha; Minister of Labour, Dr Chris Ngige; Minister of Works, Housing and Power, Babatunde Fashola (SAN); Minister of Communication, Adebayo Shittu; and Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi.

Suspended CJN Onnoghen opens up, on source of foreign currencies in his possession

The suspended Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Walter Onnoghen, has disclosed that some of the foreign currencies deposited in his domiciliary account were from trading in foreign exchange (forex), AGRICODE, while others were returns from proceeds of his investments.

Onnoghen in a voluntary statement made at Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB), in Abuja, said some of the funds were sourced partly from his reserve and saving from estacodes, including medical expenses, The Sun reports.

He noted that prior to opening the US dollar account, he had foreign currency,

Homosexuality Link to Child Sex Abuse Confirmed

Can sexual abuse make you gay? The short answer according to new research is, no. Child sexual abuse is not a common cause of being gay. But, new research says that the opposite is true. There is something common in the childhood of homosexual men that makes them a target for pedophilia and sexual abuse — gender non-conformity.

Many homophobic religious institutions make unfounded claims about same-sex sexual child abuse causing homosexuality, like those

Imo APC candidate name missing as INEC publishes list

The Independent National Electoral Commission on Friday released the list of governorship candidates in Imo State missing out the name of the candidate representing the ruling All Progressives Congress.

The electoral umpire published 67 governorship candidates and their respective running mates at its office in Owerri, the state capital.

shocker : Uche Nwosu dropped, Uzodinma adopted as APC guber candidate in Imo State

The National Working Committee NWC of the ruling All Progressives Congress APC has adopted Sen. Hope Uzodinma as the governorship candidate of the party for Imo state.

Vanguard gathered that the final decision on the issue was taken during a meeting of the NWC held Wednesday in Abuja. Accordingly, the party has concluded all arrangements to send the name of the senator to the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC ahead of the November 2 deadline for the submission of governorship candidates.

Full list of high profile Nigerians, affected by the Executive Order 6

A former national security adviser, Colonel Sambo Dasuki (rtd), 13 former governors and seven ex- ministers have been reportedly barred from travelling out of the country under Executive Order 6 (EO6) issued on Saturday, October 13, by President Muhammadu Buhari. The restriction followed the judicial affirmation of the constitutionality and legality of the Executive Order 6 (EO6).

The watch-list and restriction were put in place pending the conclusion of the cases against those affected. On the watch list, according to The Nation, are:

Linda Ikeji puts to bed in Atlanta

Popular Nigerian Blogger, Linda Ikeji is finally a mother. The media mogul who has been in Atlanta for the past few months, was delivered of her healthy baby boy on September 17, two days before her birthday.

Pastor T.D. Jakes of The Potter's House, USA, says he's an IGBO

We learn everyday, new development everyday, its no surprise as Pastor Thomas Dexter "T.D." Jakes of The Potter's House, USA, says he's an IGBO, watch as he defends his heritage on hard work and so on. Watch Video below:

Okorocha installs acting chairman as APC boils in Imo

The Imo State All progressive congress on Wednesday witness a new drama as Governor Okorocha installs Mr Chris Oguoma as the acting chairman of Imo state APC.
It was gathered that the event took place at the party Secretariat, in Owerri, where loyalists to Okorocha stormed the party office, to partake in the installation ceremony. 

Buhari's bid to help Igbos become President of Nigeria – SGF, Mustapha

Boss Mustapha, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), has revealed why people of the South-East should support President Muhammadu Buhari’s re-election bid.

The SGF said supporting Buhari’s second term bid was the “shortest way” to Igbo presidency.


Mustapha said this while receiving a delegation of the Ebonyi State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Abuja, on Tuesday.

A heartbreaking conversation of a man's cheating wife

I came across this post this morning, as a man was heartbroken on finding out his wife was having an affair with another married man, he reached out for an advise from a marriage counselor here are some of his words;

Madam good morning , I am weeping inside of me, it's a big burden to me. I came across this on my wife's phone, I did the screen shots, transferred and deleted. She is not the worst person on earth, I just never expected this after 9 years. She do delete her messages with him after chatting, I coincidentally saw this. I have always suspected something fishy but anytime I ask her to give me her phone to make a call, she first deletes their chats. Your friends should advise me here please. With these,what chances do I have living with her ? Her chat with a Facebook married man. There is another one she was telling that she love him, but she came in and I had to drop her phone. I weep Mrs Raphael.

 . Its hilarious how both suspects abuse each others partners but then its a terrible and heartbreaking if one is to be a victim. read the thread after the cut....

Buhari declares interest for second term

“President Muhammadu Buhari has just officially announced his intention to seek re-election in 2019.”
This was the simple statement released by the President’s Personal Assistant on New Media Engagement, Bashir Ahmad.
His loyalists, APC governors, as well as the chieftains of the ruling All Progressives Congress all expressed their support for him to go for a second term.

Flooding in Owerri as road construction slows

On 9th April, Owerri the Capital of Imo State witness a heavy down pour of rain, with the ongoing  Urbanizing and widening of major roads projects going on in the state. 

There was heavy flood as part of the major roads are still under construction, while

PIDGIN ENGLISH PROVERBS

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Feel at home, feel at home, na so visitor take dey spoil television.

Person wey belle full today, go hungry tomorrow.

Lean on me, lean on me, no mean say make you suffocate me.

Bring Suya, bring Suya, na cow body dey suffer am......more after the cut.

Conflict in Alvan Ikoku federal college of Education owerri

Conflict broke out as some department of the college went on strike and some did not, as the students were undergoing their first semester examination.

Physical health education department 4/4 were set for exam.. The question paper and answer scripts given to the students when suddenly a group of able bodied staffs of the college pumbed in and asked all the students to " go home , that the exam will not be holding". Now the college is divided into two.

Asiwaju Bola Tinubu absent as Buhari, APC meet

President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday led other top government officials elected on the platform of the ruling All Progressives Congress to a meeting of the party’s national caucus.
The meeting was held at the new Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

Eight killed as strange disease ravage Kano

A strange disease has ravaged Dungurawa village, in Dawakin Tofa Local Government Area of Kano state, claiming 8 lives.

Residents told The Nation on Monday that the strange disease started about a week ago in the community and has created panic as it claims lives almost on a daily basis.

15 Incredibly Heart-Healthy Foods

Heart disease accounts for nearly one-third of all deaths worldwide . Diet plays a major role in heart health and can impact your risk of heart disease.

In fact, certain foods can influence blood pressure, triglycerides, cholesterol levels and inflammation, all of which are risk factors for heart disease.

This article takes an in-depth look at 15 foods that you should be eating to maximize your heart health.

1. Leafy Green Vegetables.

Meghan Markle's father 'will fly in from his retirement community in Mexico to walk her daughter down the aisle'

 

Meghan Markle’s reclusive father will walk her down the aisle, a close friend has told The Mail on Sunday.

After months of speculation about whether retired Hollywood lighting director Tom Markle will be by his daughter’s side in Windsor Castle, one of his closest confidantes last night confirmed: ‘He will.’

Northern groups’ communique on issues affecting region

The Summit of Northern Groups was held at Arewa House, Kaduna on Saturday, 24th March, 2018.
It was convened to assess the security, economic and political circumstances of the North and Northern communities in other parts of Nigeria.

Specifically, it reviewed the worrying state of insecurity “under which virtually all Northerners live”.
It also deliberated the “worsening economic fortunes” of the vast majority of Northerners and the options that are available to the North as it prepares for the next general elections.

Read full text of communique issued at the end of the meeting:

60 roads completed in Abia-Ikpeazu

Abia Governor, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu, said his administration had constructed 60 roads across the state since inauguration in 2015.
Ikpeazu stated this at the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Forum in Abuja, and said that the roads comprised rural, intra-state and inter-state routes.

INEC is this for real?

If this Voters card is for real, things could go south with the general election coming up next year. What is your take?

Last Northern male white rhino dies in Kenya

The world's last surviving male northern white rhino has died after months of poor health, his carers say.

Sudan, who was 45, lived at the Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Kenya. He was put to sleep on Monday after age-related complications worsened significantly.
His death leaves only two females - his daughter and granddaughter - of the subspecies alive in the world.

Finalist of Kogi State University hit by a car

A final year student of Kogi State University ended her final exam jubilation in pains. According to reports, the young lady a final year student with the Department of Sociology, Kogi State University, had her leg crushed by a fellow student.

She was jubilating with her colleagues when the sad incident happened.....

Anambra teacher calls off marriage with own sister, gives reasons

The mathematics teacher, Chiadikobi Ezeibekwe, who recently wedded his 17-year-old blood sister in Osuofia, Ekwulobia area of Aguata LGA of Anambra State, said he has been prevailed upon to call off the ‘unholy’ marriage.

Before now, he had told reporters that he was of the Sabbath sect, and that he received direct instructions from God to ‘marry’ his sister.

Acaprenuer initiative (The paradigm shifts)

Comr. Nwaozo C. Victoria  Assit. Sec Gen. Student Union Government FUTO,  host the shifts conference, as it hit Owerri on Saturday 17th March 2018 with a powerful and empirical conference to encourage, motivate and inject a tool of self actualizing, self branding in shaping the youths to scale through the huddle of reaching their goals. The event was graced by personalities from all works of life, while dignitaries in attendance were Mrs Ezejuru Eze wife of the Vice Chancellor Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State, Sir Izuchukwu Obani CEO Izban Logistics, Mr Frank Nneji CEO ABC Transport company, and host of others. More pictures after the cut. 

Buhari skips order of elections in talks with Saraki, Dogara

There were indications last night that the order of the 2019 general election was not one of the issues President Muhammadu Buhari discussed with the Senate President Bukola Saraki, House of Representatives Speaker Yakubu Dogara and other leaders of the National Assembly at a meeting they held on Thursday night.

North Korea says willing to hold talks with U.S. and halt nuclear pursuit while negotiations last: South

North Korea is willing to hold talks with the United States on denuclearization and will suspend nuclear tests while those talks are under way, the South said on Tuesday after a delegation returned from the North where it met leader Kim Jong Un.

North and South Korea, still technically at war but enjoying a sharp easing in tension since the Winter Olympics in the South last month, will also hold their first summit in more than a decade next month at the border village of Panmunjom, the head of the delegation, Chung Eui-yong, told a media briefing.
"North Korea made clear its willingness to denuclearize the Korean peninsula and the fact there is no reason for it to have a nuclear programme if military threats against the North are resolved and its regime is secure," the head of the delegation, Chung Eui-yong, told a media briefing.