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. 
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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…