AFCON Qualifier: Nigerians in South Africa commend Eagles’ win

Some Nigerians resident in South Africa have hailed the Super Eagles’ 2-0 victory over Chad in the 2017 AFCON qualifier, as a good start for the team.

The Vice-President of Nigeria Union (NUSA), South Africa, Anthony Usembo, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Pretoria, South Africa, that the match was difficult for the Eagles.

Aladetoyinbo emerges new Deji of Akure

A prince from the Osupa Ruling House in Akure, Ondo State, Prince Kole Aladetoyinbo, has been named as the new Deji of Akure.

According to a source, Aladetoyinbo was unanimously selected on Sunday by the kingmakers of the ancient town among 13 princes that had shown interest in the stool.

You must be prepared for your opportunity.

Abraham Lincoln said: ‘‘I will prepare and some day my chance will come.” Benjamin Disrael, first ever Jew to govern Britain as premier said: ‘‘The secret of success in life is for a man to be ready for his time when it comes.” When the fate of the Jews hung in the balance, Mordecai told Esther that her experience in the King’s palace had prepared her, ‘‘For such a time as this,” Esther 4:14. She responded and saved the Jews. All great people of talent prepared themselves for their opportunities.

Your greatest challenge, therefore, isn’t lack of opportunity, but your being ready when it comes.

UEFA Champions League: Nigerians Set For Exotic Heineken Ibiza Finale

Today, June 6, when Lionel Messi steps out with FC Barcelona in Berlin’s Olympiastadion to face Juventus in the final of the UEFA Champions League, over 300 million viewers will be following the proceedings on their television screens. As usual, some of these viewers will be at Heineken House Lagos, enjoying the match in the company of celebrities. But 20 ‘lucky’ Nigerians will be much further away from home, watching the match as part of an all expense paid VIP experience on the exotic island of Ibiza, off the coast of Spain.

Babatunde Fashola receives honorary doctorate from Babcock

 Former Lagos State Governor, Babatunde Fashola has been awarded an honorary doctorate by Babcock University.

Fashola received an award of Honoris Causa on Thursday, June 4, 2015, during the University's Post Graduate convocation ceremony which held at its campus in Ogun State.

According to the university, the former governor received the award due to his visionary leadership in innovatively attracting foreign investment to Lagos state among others.

Probe of my tenure, witch-hunt – Amaechi

Former governor of Rivers State, Mr Rotimi Amaechi, has described the proposed probe of his tenure by his successor, Governor Nyesom Wike, as a deliberate witch-hunt.

Amaechi said that Wike has gone ahead with his plan of threatening, coercing and blackmailing officials of his administration, especially civil servants, into making false and bogus statements that would make legitimate government transactions appear as corrupt practices.

FIFA U-20 World Cup: Nigeria maul Korea 4-0

Nigeria put behind its defeat in the opening match of the 2015 FIFA U-20 World Cup when it defeated Korea DPR 4-0 today at the Stadium Taranaki, New Plymount, New Zealand.

After weathering a tight first-half, An Ye Gun’s side went to pieces after the break as a quick-fire brace from Saviour Godwin undid all that good work. A fine final two goals secured al three points for Nigeria and put them back in the mix for qualification from Group E.

Ekiti Reps members-elect berate APC lawmakers

Elected House of Representatives members from Ekiti State have described as shameful and despicable, the failed plot by the All Progressives Congress (APC) members of the state House of Assembly to impeach the governor, Mr Ayodele Fayose.

The six Reps members-elect, who also admonished the members of the Fifth Assembly that will be inaugurated on Friday, added that only loyalty to the state and the Fayose-led government will ensure peace, progress and development of the state.

Senators hurriedly said ‘ayes’ to the 46 bills in 10 minutes

Wednesday’s session at the Senate became rowdy as senators hurriedly said ‘ayes’ to the 46 bills which will be transmitted to President Muhammadu Buhari for his assent.

The Chairman, Senate Committee on Rules and Business, Senator Ita Enang, who introduced the bills said they had all been recently passed by the House of Representatives and sent to the Senate for concurrence.

President says he'll take action on Amnesty International report on torture

President Muhammadu Buhari has acknowledged receipt of the Amnesty International report on Nigeria titled "Nigeria: Stories of horror in their own words."

The Senior Special Assistant, Media and Publicity, to the President, Garba Shehu, said in a news release in Niamey, Niger Republic on Wednesday, June 3, that the President has received the report which he observes contained many disturbing allegations.

Thugs beat Punch correspondent in Ekiti

The Ekiti State PUNCH Correspondent, Kamarudeen Ogundele, was attacked in Ado Ekiti on Wednesday and beaten to a stupor by thugs suspected to be loyal to the Peoples Democratic Party, who continued to lay siege to the All Progressives Congress lawmakers.

He had gone to gauge the mood in town when the thugs descended on him, beating him to a pulp, while trying to take the picture of women praying for peace in the state.

His clothe was torn into shreds by the hoodlums who got angry for taking the picture after seizing his phone.

Credit: Punch

Malam Garba Shehu seeks public understanding

Malam Garba Shehu, the Senior Special Assistant (Media and Publicity) to President Muhammadu Buhari has called for the understanding of the public as the President took time to form his cabinet.
Shehu had sought the patience of the public on Monday in Abuja while fielding questions from newsmen on the issue.

He said the president must be left alone and given sufficient time to select members of his cabinet.

Japan to build 225 classrooms in Oyo

The Japanese International Donor Agency on Tuesday approved the construction of 225 classrooms in Oyo State.

Mr Ninami Naoyuki, the leader of the Japanese delegation, disclosed this during a courtesy call on Governor Abiola Ajimobi in Ibadan.

Tension in Ekiti as plans to impeach Fayose thicken

SOME alleged members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and commercial motorcyclists yesterday reportedly blocked all roads leading to Ekiti State and some inter-city roads in the capital, Ado Ekiti, to prevent the 19 All Progressives Congress (APC) lawmakers from entering the city.

Ostensibly acting on the information that the APC lawmakers would arrive the town yesterday to continue their impeachment plot against Governor Ayodele Fayose, some suspected thugs also barricaded all roads leading to the state House of Assembly, shooting sporadically into the air to scare people away from the complex.

FIFA President Blatter resigns

Sepp Blatter has resigned as president of football's governing body Fifa amid a corruption scandal.

In announcing his exit, the 79-year-old Swiss has called an extraordinary Fifa congress "as soon as possible" to elect a new president.

NDLEA formally applies for Buruji Kashamu extradition to US

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has formally applied for the extradition of embattled Senator-elect, Buruji Kashamu to the US.

The agency said further that the notice of said application had been served on Kashamu.

This was disclosed on Tuesday, June 2, 2015, by NDLEA spokesperson, Mitchell Ofoyeju.

Saraki sets agenda for 8th Senate

In an interview with reporters in Abuja, Saraki said if his colleagues give him the opportunity to serve them as President, he would ensure openness, transparency and accountability in running the affairs of the Senate.

He also said the public will be better enlightened about the functions of the legislature, especially as it affects making laws that would impact positively on their lives.