PDP blames APC for Nyanya bomb attack, releases statement

And now we are playing blame
games. In statement signed this
afternoon by PDP National
Publicity Secretary, Chief Olisa
Metuh, the party condemned
today's Nyanya bombing
describing it as barbaric and
extremely wicked and maintaining
that it was politically motivated.
They called APC out! So wait,
politicians are playing games with
people's lives? Read statement
below...

"The PDP weeps. We are indeed
grief-stricken. Our hearts go out
to the bereaved, especially those
who have been orphaned and
widowed and those now deprived
of their bread winners by this evil
act. We share in their pain, their
anguish and their loss and pray
that those behind their grief must
not escape justice,” the party said.

“We stand by our earlier
statements that these attacks on
our people are politically
motivated by unpatriotic persons,
especially those in the APC, who
have been making utterances and
comments, promoting violence
and blood-letting as a means of
achieving political control."

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“Nigerians are also aware of
utterances by certain APC
governors which have been aimed
at undermining our security forces
and emboldening insurgents
against the people.

“Those who have been promoting
violence through their utterances
can now see the monster they
have created. They can now see
the end product of their
comments; a country flowing daily
with the blood of the innocent.
The question is; how do they feel
when they see the mangled and
blood-soaked bodies of their
victims? How do they feel when
they hear the voices of the dying
and the injured?

“Of course they feel nothing. Their
hearts have been hardened and
they are embittered by the fact
that they have been rejected by
the people. They are bitter
because the people have chosen
to rally round the government
they love and voted for; but must
they chose the path of violence
and bloodletting as a response to
the wishes and aspiration of the
people.

Urging all well meaning Nigerians
to stand up and join President
Goodluck Jonathan in his untiring
efforts to check terrorism in the
country, the PDP caution those
fueling the attacks to retrace their
steps, rid themselves of bitterness
and desperation and seek
forgiveness from God.

The party, in solidarity with the
people also shelved all official
engagements while praying God to
grant the bereaved the fortitude
to bear the loss.

ABUJA BOMBING: We ‘ll Defeat Boko Haram – President Jonathan

Addressing the media at the
Nyanya bomb explosion scene few
hours ago, President Goodluck
Monday assured the nation that
the Boko Haram threat was just a
temporary set back, promising
that the Country would triumph
over the terrorists.

President Jonathan who visited
the scene of the deadly blast in
Abuja where over 71 people died
emphasised that there was need
for the citizens to be enlightened
to be security conscious and
report suspicious persons and
object to security agencies.

The president who was
accompanied to the site by the
president of the Senate, David
Mark, the Inspector General of
Police, Mohammed Abubakar was
received by the Chief of Defense
staff, Alex Badeh as well as the
chiefs of Army, Navy and Airforce.

He was briefed by the CDS after
he inspected the huge crater
created by the Bomb blast before
he spoke with Journalists at the
scene of the incidence.

Ribadu consoles Abuja blast victim families

Abuja - Former Presidential
Candidate of the defunct Action
Congress of Nigeria (ACN), Nuhu
Ribadu, has condemned the bomb
blast that rocked a motor park in
Nyanya area of Abuja on Monday
morning.

“This is again another sad day for
Nigerians. I'm completely
devastated by this early morning
news of explosions in Nyanya, a
suburb of Abuja which is host to a
bulk of our workforce. Where
exactly have we, and especially the
reported 200 unfortunate
casualties of the blasts, gone
wrong to have been subjected to
this endless chain of tragedies,”
Ribadu said.

He sent condolences to the family
of all citizens killed in the blast.
“My heartfelt condolences to the
family of all innocent citizens
killed in this dysfunction of a
nation. We are being confronted
by a people who have no
understanding of humanity.”

He called for all to unite against
"a monstrous reality seeking to
terminate our existence as a
people and as a nation."

Scores of people were killed and
various vehicles were also
destroyed in the blast in Abuja.
The explosion blasted through a
busy commuter bus station on the
outskirts of the city as hundreds
of people were preparing to go to
work.

It is suspected the Boko Haram
insurgents are behind the
bombing.
– CAJ News

Bomb blast at Abuja bus station kills several people this morning

Two
blasts at Nyanya Motor Park on
the outskirts of Abuja this
morning April 14th has killed
several people with many injured.

The blast occurred at the crowded
bus station around 6.30am today
during rush hour as commuters
were about to board buses and
taxis to go to work in central
Abuja. Two buses full of people
were struck. It is believed that one
of the buses, which was parked
overnight at the motor park, was
loaded with the bomb that went
off this morning.

The explosion occurred in a
section of Nyanya park allocated
to luxury buses. An eyewitness
said he saw at least 50 bodies
being removed from the scene..
"This morning there was an
explosion at the Nyanya Motor
Park," Manzo Ezekiel of the
National Emergency Management
Agency said. "Rescue teams are on
the ground"
Now there are some really
horrible photos from the ugly
incident this morning. Find it after
the cut. *viewer discretion
advised*

135 civilians killed in Boko Haram attacks since Wednesday

According to a report by the BBC,
Boko Haram gunmen killed at
least 135 civilians in three
separate attacks in the North
since Wednesday.

This was made known by Senator
Ahmed Zannah, who said the
attackers first target was a
teacher training college in the
town of Dikwa, where they killed
five people, abducted several
women, then burnt down the
college library before escaping.
Then the militants attacked two
villages near the border with
Cameroon killing a further 130
people. The senator said the
attacks took place on Wednesday
and Thursday.

According to Amnesty
International, at least 1,500
people, half of them civilians, have
been killed in the north in 2014
alone.

Photos from President Jonathan's daughter's wedding

President Jonathan's daughter Faith Sakwe Elizabeth, married her heartthrob Prince Osim Godswill Edward today Saturday April 5th in Otueke Bayelsa state. Been waiting for pics but the photographer do me something. Will bring it later...for now check out some pics from the wedding after the cut...

PHOTOS: Singer Zara Gretti Was Buried At Ikoyi Cemetery In Lagos

Today, April 4, Nigerian singer, Margaret 'Zara Gretti' Joseph, who died after battling with multiple sclerosis, was buried at Ikoyi Cemetery in Lagos.

The funeral service was held at the Holy Cross Cathedral (Opposite City Hall) Lagos Island. Interment follows after at Ikoyi cemetery. Only white clothes were requested as the dress code.

People who visited the funeral service include Jimmy of Beat FM, Emma Nyra, Ubi Franklin, Kid Konnect, Tunde Demuren.

See photos of Zara's funeral below:

I’ll Give Marriage Another Shot – Nollywood Actress, Chika Ike

Nollywood actress, Chika Ike is set to marry again.

The actress/brand Ambassador of energy drink, ‘Bullet’ got married to her ex husband, Tony Eberiri in 2006 butofficially got divorced in 2013.

Chika Ike who revealed that she was a victim of domestic violence when she married and also lost her life in the process
READ MORE: http://news.naij.com/43107.html in a quick chat with E-punch revealed that she is set to marry again “I don’t want to talk about the divorce because it is already in the past and I have since moved on. I am still open to marriage and I might give it a second shot because I believe in love. For now, I am most concerned with my own happiness”.

Lupita Nyong'o is the new face of Lancôme Makeup

Academy Award-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o has been chosen as new ambassadress for Lancôme.

Lupita by Alex Lubomiski for Lancome

Lupita is much adored for her amazing talent, style and beauty and it is no surprise that she was snapped by such huge beauty brand as their new face.

Gorgeours Kenyan-Mexican actress woke up famous after her Oscar-winning performance in 12 Years a Slave.

She is said to appear in new campaign in September this year, in shot by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott.

Lupita also appeared in videos and interviews speaking up about beauty and darker skin. We sure remember her emotional speech on a letter from her fan.

According to the General Manager of Lancôme International, Françoise Lehmann, Lupita was chosen because she is "by the essence the Lancôme woman", due to the fact she is "talented and committed, true to her African beauty, and showing a great curiosity and open-mindedness in her career choices".

"I am particularly proud to represent its unique vision for women and the idea that beauty should not be dictated, but should instead be an expression of a woman's freedom to be herself," the actress said adding she was"truly honoured to join the Maison Lancôme, a brand with such a prestigious history and that I have always loved."

David Beckham poses for fashion photographer Glen Luchford

An ex- Capitan of the English team, star footballer David Beckham continues to follow the steps of his wife Victoria, expands his presence in fashion industry. 

The British celebrity is going to launch his first swimwear collection for the Swedish apparel brand H&M in May 2014.

The new line includes three pieces: two swimming shorts (one short, one long) and a more revealing high-cut brief.

“The success of my Bodywear collection at H&M has been fantastic, so I'm thrilled to be introducing these great swimwear pieces ready for the summer. 

“We've worked hard to create new classics for men, with great fit, comfort and also style,” David said.

As with his previous collections, Beckham will model the new swimsuits himself. The campaign for the new line was shot by British fashion photographer Glen Luchford. 

See the first promotional images below: 

Nollywood Actor, Hafiz Oyetoro aka Saka Talks About Secret Of His Success

Comic actor, Hafiz Oyetoro aka Saka who won the “The best comedian actor award” for the African Viewers Choice Award last year in a recent interview, talks about the secret of his successful life.

The MTN Ambassador  who was once quoted in an interview as saying "I Have Murdered Poverty" when asked if he is a Rich man he said:

"Honestly, I am not a rich man, but I am comfortable, satisfied and happy".

On  the secret of your successful  life

Dancehall artist Vybz Kartel sentenced to life in prison for murder

Jamaican dancehall artist Adidja Palmer, popularly known as Vybz Kartel, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for murder. The musician will not be eligible for parole for 35 years.

A jury found the 38-year-old artiste guilty of the death of a former business associate. Clive 'Lizard' Williams was killed after being asked to Kartel's home to discuss two missing illegal hand guns.

2015: El-Rufai Clears The Air On APC's Principles For Granting The Presidential Ticket

A former Minister of the FCT Mallam Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai has responded to those speculating on 2015 presidential ticket by the opposition force # 1, the All Progressives Congress (APC).

In his statement published via social media, El-Rufai listed three significant points: 

(1) APC will present an integrity-competence ticket not religion. Politics and governance are not to be mixed or dictated to by any religion. 

(2) The APC will present to Nigerians the best persons with the integrity, capacity and competence to create jobs, fight corruption and rebuild our nation without discrimination. How these persons worship the Almighty God is private to them and dies not matter to discerning Nigerians particularly young people that suffer most from bad governance, unemployment and the Jonathanian culture of impunity.

(3) The PDP that has no record to show other than escalation in corruption, grand larceny, trillions missing, private jets and deaths of innocent people. The PDP's only "winning strategy" is built around promoting and financing regional and religious division, and using the proceeds of corruption to buy the military, police and INEC officials rig the next elections.

“They will be defeated no matter what they think because Nigerians are wiser and will not be taken for a ride any longer,” the message concluded.

It would be recalled that APC Chieftain Femi Fani-Kayode warned the party against Muslim/Muslim ticket, prophesised that it would suffer a bitter defeat, if goes for this option.
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APC Appeals Judgment Against 37 Defected Lawmakers

A notice of appeal was filed by lawyer Mahmud Magaji (SAN) on behalf of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Aminu Tambuwal, and Deputy Speaker, Emeka Ihedioha.

On Monday, Justice Adeniyi Ademola had in his judgment in the suit number FHC/ABJ/CS/4/14, held that there was no division in the Peoples Democratic Party to qualify the legislators to defect and continue to retain their seats in line with the provisions of section 68 (1) (g) of the 1999 Constitution.

Section 68 (1) (g) allows for defection of members of the National Assembly in situations where there is division in political parties.

Challenging the judgment, the appellants argued that the decision of the Federal High Court  was "perverse" and was not supported by the reliefs sought by the plaintiff, PDP.

They said that the trial judge "erred in law when he granted reliefs not sought by the plaintiff", adding that the judgment "is against the weight of evidence".

According to the appellants, Justice Ademola wrongly assumed jurisdiction over the suit, which they insisted was an internal affair of the House of Representatives.

The lawmakers also said that the PDP lacked the locus standi to institute the case because it was not predicated on any recognised legal interest

The appellants also said that Justice Ademola made a mistake when he granted the reliefs sought by the plaintiff and went further to hold that the respondents ought to have resigned their seats as members of the House of Representatives.

Furthermore, the appellants argued that the judge was wrong when he held that the reliefs sought by PDP in the suit were justiciable and proceeded to grant the reliefs sought without considering the provision of section 30 of the Legislative Houses (Powers and Privileges) Act Cap L12 Law of the Federation of Nigeria 2004.

This section provides that "neither the President nor the Speaker as the case may be, of a legislative house shall be subjected to the jurisdiction of any court in respect of the exercise of any power conferred on or vested in him by or under this Act or the standing orders of the Constitution."
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4 Boko Haram Suicide Bombers Killed, Many Feared Dead As Multiple Explosions Shake Maidugur

Borno State - Defence Headquarters in Abuja have issued the statement saying four suspected suicide bombers were killed in separate explosions while trying to attack a NNPC facility along Maiduguri-Damboa federal highway.

According to the statement signed by Director of Defence Information, Major General Chris Olukolade, three of the four explosives-laden vehicles were demobilized by soldiers' gunfire at a major checkpoint in Mulai, a community along the Damboa-Biu road. Five soldiers have been reported injured.

Speaking to Agence France-Presse, Borno State police spokesman Gideon Jibrin reported that one car exploded at 7:50 a.m., killing 3 civilians. Ten minutes later, a bomb hit a police vehicle, killing 5 officers and 3 another persons who are yet to be determined either as civilians or Boko Haram insurgents.

Sources at the scene say that the suicide bombers, driving four Volkswagen golf cars laden with improvised explosive devices rammed into two military patrol vehicles. Others indicate the attackers were trying to speed past the checkpoint to set off the blasts at the petrol station, which was backed up with vehicles because of fuel shortages across Nigeria.

Immediately after the blast, 7 Division men of Nigerian Army, mobile policemen and vigilante youths mobilized to the scene and cordoned off the area to prevent any further attacks. Residents of Molai and Damboa road are fleeing their homes.

It would be recalled that an emergency rule has been imposed onto the Northern states of Adamawa, Borno and Yobe in May, 2013. Recently, the Nigerian military reclaimed the Maiduguri Giwa Barracks, capturing and killing several members of the Boko Haram sect insurgents.
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2015 Presidential Election: Jonathan Steps Down For David Mark

Few months before the 2015 Presidential election hold next year, it has been revealed that President Goodluck Jonathan has decided to hand over the mantle of leadership to Senate President, David Mark.

 * Senate President David Mark tipped to take over from President Jonathan

According to a report, Jonathan's decision to back out of the race is unconnected to the ongoing activities in some parts of the country.

A dependable source within the PDP caucus informed that the president was forced to accept the decision because some persons had vowed to make his government ungovernable if he returns in 2015.

“I can assure you that the president has accepted to step down for the senate president, David Mark. He has accepted to support him during and after the election,” the source said.

The source also said, “this decision came after several meetings and consultations with party leaders. It is obvious some people don’t want Jonathan. The ongoing activities in some parts of the country tell it all and the only option left is for him to pull out of the race.”

Asked if the incumbent president would be given any federal appointment, the source said the president has agreed to return to his Otueke home, from where he will go back to classroom.

 A media aide to the President, while debunking the news, said there was no element of truth in it. 
READ MORE: Daily Post

PHOTO: Tiwa Savage Cuts Her Hair Short

Less than one month ahead of her white wedding with her manager Teebilz, singer Tiwa Savage has completely changed her look.

The star signer is not the one, who likes to strike her fans with dramatic modification of image. Tiwa's name has always been associated with sophistication, style and long hair...

Today she took to Instagram to introduce her new haircut.

We loved her hair, but we also love her her new look. And you? 
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PHOTOS: Davido Joins Nollywood, Features In New Movie

Nigerian singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido has reportedly gotten himself a movie role courtesy of his cousin, Ikechukwu Ojeogwu, who is an actor and producer.

Davido & Ikechukwu

Davido would be working with directives from popular director, Teco Benson.

According to insiders, Davido's role in the movie is expected to further strengthen its popularity.

Davido & Ikechukwu

Speaking on this, his cousin Ikechukwu said Davido who is delighted over the project can't wait for it to begin and that he is taking it seriously like any other business as his image is at stake.

"This is Davido’s first movie appearance, I, as the producer, have been able to work out things in such a manner that it would be beneficial to us all. I’ve crafted out a role that I know would put him in a comfortable position and won’t make him either excessive or otherwise.

"I know how big Davido is and I don’t want to put a lot of pressure on him because of his busy schedule and it is his first appearance. Furthermore, the script is in such a way that he doesn’t over shadow the beauty of the script but to add his weight to the success of the project," he said.

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Check Out Pictures From AY Comedian's wife Mabel Makun's birthday party

AY celebrated his beautifull wife Mabel Makun's birthday recently on Sunday March 30th.

In attendance were friends and well wishers including top stars from Nollywood and the music scene like Annie Idibia, D'banj, Timaya.

AY got married to Mabel Nwanegbu in 2008 and they have a young cute girl together called mitchelle.

More photos below.

Nigerian singer Gabriel Amanyi popularly known as Terry G the ‘Akpako Master’ is starting up a new business venture.

The singer wants to prove that it is not only music that flows inside him, as he is all set to delve into water production business.

Introducing his new pure water business, Terry G shared the photo below with the caption: "Test run...soon come...stay positive...mio worry!!

Terry G was born in Lagos, Nigeria on the 17th of March. He is the first child in a family of four. A very talented and successful entertainer, instrumentalist, singer and music producer. His breakthrough came when his 'Free Madness' song gained heavy rotation played both locally and internationally. He has received several awards, too numerous to list but note worthy is his HIP HOP WORLD AWARD for 'best street hop'.

'Tonto Dikeh Is My Crush' - Popular Musician Reveals

Nigerian musician Joshua Iniyezo popularly known as Solid Star in a recent interview revealed that he still has a crush on Tonto Dikeh.

When asked his relationship with Tonto, he said, "Tonto is my crush, I like her very much, she is a jovial and playful person. She comes to my place and I also do same. She is my friend and acts like a sister to me."

Shan George Pissed Off At Friends After Robbery

Nollywood actress Shan George was robbed over the weekend in her house in Calabar.

The actress said the thieves stole almost everything in the house, from her electronics to jewellery, shoes, watches, cash and also went away with some of her car parts, after they broke it's side window to have access to the car.

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I'm Polygamous In Nature, Veteran Nollywood Actor Declares

Nollywood actor, Jibola Dabo, has declared that he is a supporter of polygamy, for this reason he is a polygamist.

Jibola, who has five children from different women, in a recent interview, stated that most men in Africa are polygamous in nature.

Read all what he say to defend his position below…