Photo: Ex Imo State governor, Ikedi Ohakim's daughter, Adanna, weds her white lover in style

Ex Imo gov., Ohakim & wife watch as their daughter, Adanna & her hubby Steinacker kneel for parental blessings during their recent traditional marriage in Mbano, Imo State

Group wants Jonathan to sack Attorney General, Adoke

Adoke

A civil society organization, Advocacy For Societal Rights Advancement And Development Initiative (ASRADI), in a recent open letter to President Goodluck Jonathan has asked that the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Mr. Bello Adoke should be sacked immediately.
According to parts of the letter signed by the Executive Director of the group, Sam Ayodeji Popoola.
"There is a moral imperative to immediately sack an Attorney General whose stock-in-trade appears to be shielding criminals from justice or helping them to escape same, particularly when the felons happen to be members of the opposition..."

Fear grips Ikorodu residents as gunmen abduct pastor, his six children

IGP, MD Abubakar

Residents of Ikorodu, a suburb in the outskirts of Lagos State are currently living in fears as a 27-man gunmen recently kidnapped a pastor, Godson Akubiro and six of his children from their home located on Adeosun Street, Ikorodu.
Akubiro is the founder of Mountain of Breakthrough Church in the area. The ugly incident which happened on Friday, occurred around 1.30.a.m.
According to eyewitnesses, the gunmen stormed the cleric's house in three SUVs, including a Toyota Tundra truck and forcefully took their victims away, after beating and bruising them.

Outrage as Ethiopian government jails journalist

Ethiopian President, Teshome

The Committee to Protect Journalists is urging the release of an Ethiopian journalist who was sentenced to more than two years in jail on the charge of spreading false rumors.
  The watchdog group said Asfaw Berhanu, a former contributor to the private paper The Reporter, was convicted on December 25 of charges stemming from a news story he wrote saying three government officials had been removed from their posts.
  An Ethiopian court sentenced him to two years and nine months in jail.
  Berhanu’s paper later retracted the story and then fired him, the group said.
  Ethiopia is among the world’s top jailers of journalists, says the journalists’ committee.
  The Ethiopian government is accused of criminalizing the coverage of any group the government deems to be terrorists, including opposition political parties.

Surprise as Samsung sells 110-inch ultra-HD TV for N24m

 

Electronics giant, Samsung has said a 110-inch television that has four times the resolution of standard high-definition TVs is going on sale for about N24 million ($150,000) in South Korea.
The launch of the giant television set reflects the global TV makers’ move towards ultra HD TVs, as manufacturing bigger TVs using OLED proves too costly.

Photo of the day: Actor Ken Okonkwo wants to commit murder on New Year's eve!

SHOWBIZPLUSWITHAZUHAMATUS SAYS A HAPPY AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR TO YOU ALL

We can't stop thanking you dear and darling fans of SHOWBIZPLUS for being part of our huge success this 2013. As we all graciously and gloriously march into 2014, in the next couple of hours, we once again say a very big thank you for staying with us in the ending year.
As usual, expect more juicy stories, exclusive interviews, rare photos and other interesting news items from us in 2014. Thank you! Thank you!! Thank you!!!
Azuh Amatus-Blogger-in-Chief.

Photo: Ahead of 2014: Star actress, Monalisa Chinda unveils sexy new look

Lagos Countdown holds tonite, Dec.31...Dbanj, Tuface, Davido, Wizkid, Iyanya others to thrill

Lagos and Lagosians are currently in party mood for this year's edition of the annual Lagos Countdown 2013, holding today, December 31, the last day of the year, at Bar Beach, Victoria Island.
Interestingly, over 60 leading entertainers are expected to thrill revelers and senior Lagos citizens, including the governor, Babatunde Raji Fashola.
Among the big acts expected at the grand gathering include: Dbanj, Tuface,MI, Ice Prince, Wizkid, Sound Sultan, Tiwa Savage, Davido, Iyanya, Don Jazzy, Wande Coal, Kcee among others. The event will be broadcast live on TV, starting from 8p.m. It is an initiative of the Lagos State Governmen

Adebayo Jones to preview Charles Kay’s AfroLux Collection in London

Charles Kay

Filmmaker and luxury fashion designer, Charles Anyabuike famously known as Charles Kay is poised to further raise the bar in 2014 with his new collections.

 In fact, since moving his office and fashion factory to Lekki area of Lagos, the style aficionado, has not stopped expanding and attracting global attention.

Information reaching SHOWBIZPLUS has it that CK, as he’s fondly called recently completed work on his latest collection tagged Charles Kay AfroLux Collections.

The unique and rare collections, in the words of the Theatre Arts graduate of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile Ife, Osun State, features pieces that are trendy, luxurious, comfortable and practical.

“In today’s hectic lifestyle, one needs to be able to switch from formal to informal without having to change clothes. That's what the AfroLux Collection is all about,” he happily told us.

And amazingly, London-based luxury designer, the world famous Adebayo Jones has graciously accepted to preview the collections in London. The special London preview holds in the second week of February 2014.

President Jonathan greets Nigerians in the New Year, promises a better 2014

Dear Compatriots,

I greet and felicitate with you all as we enter the year 2014 which promises to be a momentous one for our country for several reasons, including the fact that it is also the year of our great nation’s centenary celebrations. I join you all in giving thanks to God Almighty for guiding us and our beloved nation safely through all the challenges of the outgoing year to the beginning of 2014.

Exactly 100 years ago today, on January 1, 1914, the British Colonial authorities amalgamated what was then the separate Protectorates of Southern Nigeria and Northern Nigeria, giving birth to the single geopolitical entity known as Nigeria.  For us therefore, today is not just the beginning of a new year, but the end of a century of national existence and the beginning of another. It is a moment for sober reflection and for pride in all that is great about Nigeria.

Photos: When Monalisa Chinda stormed Ghana for magazine launch

Monalisa

Anger as soldier kills driver over N100 fare

It was a scene of anger, tears and pandemonium on Monday morning at the Obalende bus terminus at the Obalende, Ikoyi area of Lagos State after a yet-to-be-identified soldier killed a commercial bus driver, Bashiru Adebayo. 

Eyewitnesses say the soldier killed the 34-year-old over an argument on N100 transport fare.

 An eyewitness, Abdulrasheed Ajagun, said the soldier had accompanied a woman to the bus park and had left when the argument started.

He said, “The soldier was in mufti, so nobody knew he was a soldier. He came to the park with the woman and she boarded one of the buses going to Yaba.

Shock as 32 year-old lady excretes wraps of cocaine on-board aircraft

Wonders they say shall never end, especially in Nigeria.

A 32-year-old single lady, Chizoba Vivian Anya, is currently being quizzed by officials of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for allegedly excreting wraps of substance which tested positive for methamphetamine, on-board a Qatar Airline flight from Malaysia.

The suspect was said to have aroused suspicion from other passengers on-board the flight following her frequent visits to the toilet. On arrival at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport (MMIA) Lagos, three wraps of methamphetamine were found in her possession.
NDLEA commander at the Lagos Airport, Mr. Hamza Umar, said the suspect while under observation excreted two additional wraps of the same substance.
He said: “The suspect was found with three wraps which she excreted in the aircraft. While she was under observation at the Lagos airport, she excreted two additional wraps of drugs. The five wraps which tested positive for methamphetamine weighed 80 grammes.”

Why I call my wife my ATM Machine -MC Abbey

MC Abbey & wife

Multifaceted comedian, Abiodun Olapade famously known as MC Abbey has for many years remained sizzling hot in the Nigerian entertainment industry. Apart from putting laughter in the faces of seemingly unhappy Nigerians, he, as a Master of Ceremonies, has also hosted countless high-octane social and corporate events in and outside the country.

  In this encounter, he shares his odyssey in the world of comedy with us as well as other things you hitherto knew about him

Churches kick against Calabar Carnival

Nollywood stars at Calabar Calrnival

Major churches in Calabar, Cross River State, under the aegis of Christian Youth Action Group (CYAG), recently kicked against the staging of the yearly Calabar Carnival on Sunday. The group warned the state government to desist from such irresponsible act in the future. They described Sunday as holy day, which should not be desecrated. They also warned that the movement of Christians on Sunday should not be restricted.

President Jonathan commiserates with Soyinka on daughter's death

President Jonathan

  President Goodluck Jonathan has joined many Nigerians in mourning with Noble Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, over the sudden and painful death of his daughter, Iyetade, who died at 48. 
A condolence message signed by his Special Adviser (Media and Publicity), Dr. Reuben Abati, reads.

"On behalf of himself and the Federal Government, President Goodluck Jonathan extends sincere condolences to Prof. Wole Soyinka and other members of the Soyinka family on the death of the Nobel laureate’s daughter, Iyetade  at the age of 48."

Breaking News! Daar Communications, AIT, FRCN, DSBS, others owe NBC...Maybe yanked off air soon for illegal operations

Daar boss, Dokpesi

The Emeka Mba-led National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) recently published the names of broadcast stations whose licenses have since expired, but are still operating illegally without renewal or payment of statutory fees and levies.
SHOWBIZPLUS findings, revealed that Raymond Dokpesi-led Daar Communications, owners of AIT, is top on the list of those stations owing NBC and operating illegally in Nigeria.
Others on the long list of debtors published in the public notice entitled: Notice of Sanctions on Defaulters  against the NBC Act, include: Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN), Delta State Broadcast Services (DSBS), Edo State Broadcasters Limited, Zuma Radio Limited, Kiss FM among other states and privately owned stations.

K-1, Pasuma, Obesere, Malaika, Ishola, Merenge others headline re-launch of IDL's Bull London Dry Gin/Rum

 L-R  The Brand Manager Bull London Dry Gin and Bull Rum  Mr. Zekeri Dokpesi, celebrant, Rasheed Ayinde, Mr. Olumide Makinde SOM East 2  and Mr. Lekan Osunro Ass. Brand Manager, at the 50th birthday celebration of Fuji Merenge star.

It was the gathering of some of the biggest names in the Fuji and contemporary music genres at the relaunch of Intercontinental Distillers Limited (IDL) Bull London Dry Gin and Bull Dark Rum, respectively.
The event also coincided with the 50th birthday celebration of popular Ibadan based Fuji artiste, Alhaji Rasheed Ayinde, better known as Fuji Merenge. The celebrant also hosted the Merenge Fans Club and IDL's relaunch team at the popular Jorgor Centre, Ibadan, Oyo State.
Guest performances at the event included Musiliu Ishola, Pasuma, Obesere, Sefiu Alao, Malaika, Saheed Osupa, K-1 de Ultimate as well as Enitan Bamidele, a Yoruba comedian and many more.

How Aero plane carrying El-Rufai, 103 others lost tyre while landing

Mallam el-Rufai

What would have been another air disaster was avoided yesterday morning. In fact, there was panic at the MurtalaMuhammed Airport, Lagos, on Sunday as an Aero Contractors’ aircraft conveying a former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Mr. Nasir El-Rufai, and 103 other passengers from Abuja lost one of its tyres while landing at the airport.

Although no casualty was recorded, it was learnt that the Boeing 737-500 aircraft with registration No 5N-BLC lost the air pressure in one of its tyres and the pilot had to abruptly bring the plane to a halt.

El-Rufai stated that many of the passengers were scared when they were informed that the aircraft had lost a tyre.

Photo: Ejike Asiegbu's wife, Oge, steps out with their daughter, Chiazolam

Oge Asiegbu & daughter, Azo

Lagos Countdown holds tomorrow, Dec.31...Dbanj, Tuface, Davido, Wizkid, Iyanya others to thrill

Lagos and Lagosians are currently in party mood for this year's edition of the annual Lagos Countdown 2013, holding tomorrow, December 31, the last day of the year, at Bar Beach, Victoria Island.
Interestingly, over 60 leading entertainers are expected to thrill revelers and senior Lagos citizens, including the governor, Babatunde Raji Fashola.
Among the big acts expected at the grand gathering include: Dbanj, Tuface,MI, Ice Prince, Wizkid, Sound Sultan, Tiwa Savage, Davido, Iyanya, Don Jazzy, Wande Coal, Kcee among others. The event will be broadcast live on TV, starting from 8p.m. It is an initiative of the Lagos State Government.

Video: Oyo State Governor Senator Abiola Ajimobi turns musician, sings Davido's Dami Duro

Ajimobi

See for yourself as the Oyo State Governor, Senator Abiola Ajimobi sings Davido's hit anthem, Dami Duro among other songs! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1vv251fX3c

Enjoy!!

Few weeks after killing 30, gunmen kill fresh seven at another wedding in Borno

Borno Gov, Shettima

Borno State, once again erupted in violence as gunmen suspected to be members of outlawed Islamic group, Boko Haram, attacked a wedding ceremony at Tashan Alade village, in Hawul LGA of the constantly troubled state and gruesomely killed seven guests late Saturday night.
Confirming the sad news, the Commissioner for Religious Affairs and Special Education in the state, Alhaji Usman Durkwa, disclosed that the suspected gunmen killed seven celebrants at wedding in one of  the villages sharing border with Adamawa State.
Last month, gunmen suspected to be Boko Haram members ambushed a wedding convoy making its way back to Maiduguri and shot dead over 30 persons, including the bridegroom and his family members.

Photo: Famous actor, Ejike Asiegbu unveils wife and twin boys

Asiegbu, wife & twins

Double celebration for Arik boss, Arumemi Johnson, clocks 60, celebrates seven years of Arik Air

Arik boss, Chief Johnson

It is indeed, the season of celebrations for the bespectacled boss of Arik Air, Sir Arumemi Johnson, his entire household and staff.
The Edo State-born revered business mogul recently celebrated the seventh anniversary of his airline with the purchase and grand dedication of a brand new aircraft. In fact, the dedication rites was performed by Cardinal Anthony Okogie and was well attended.
While the anniversary and arrival of the new airplane was yet to die down, Chief Johnson, a proud Catholic also clocked 60 and further rolled out the drums to continue the double celebrations with family, friends, associates and well wishers.
In a recent tribute, Edo State governor, Adams Oshiomhole, described the aviation guru as a great mind.
"You have truly demonstrated the Edo State and have become a great entrepreneur with a knack for excellence, finesse, quintessence and class," Oshiomhole wrote.

Photo News: Governor Akpabio becomes Omelu-Ora of Nnewi...Honoured by Igwe Orizu @ 50th Ofala

Gov. Godswill Akpabio receiving the Chieftaincy Title of Omelu-Ora of Nnewi by HRH Igwe Orizu III of  Nnewi during the weekend.

Top Yoruba actress, Iyabo Ojo still searching for husband...Ten years after divorce

Iyabo Ojo

In this down-to-earth chat, crossover actress and producer, Iyabo Ojo gives reasons she's still single and not in a haste to settle down ten years after her first marriage crashed. The sexy mother of two, also spoke on the secrets of her success, life as a single mum, temptations among other interesting issues.  

How Soyinka's daughter died at 48...Nigerians mourn

Soyinka

 This is indeed, a very sad news for Nigerians. Iyetade, one of the daughters of Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, is dead.
The 48-year-old daughter of the activist-dramatist died at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, Oyo State on Sunday. She was admitted at the hospital for an undisclosed illness.
Born on June 6, 1965, Iyetade was described, in a statement by Soyinka’s aide, Mr. Jahman Anikulapo, as  ‘affable, intelligent and sometimes capricious’
 Anikulapo said Ifetade, a student at the Staff School and Queens School, Ibadan before she studied Medicine at the University of Ibadan “struggled with her health in recent years. Despite her health woes, she greeted every day with a smile and doted on her two children. She took ill quite suddenly and passed away while being treated at UCH, Ibadan.”
Left to mourn her are the parents, two children, siblings, nieces and nephews.”

Briggs family thrill fans at CARNIRIV 2013

Briggs family at CarniRiv

Determined that its consumers have the best always, Nigeria’s leading Malt brand, Maltina, from the stable of Nigerian Breweries Plc, feted those that thronged the city of Port-Harcourt for the annual colourful CARNIRIV which took place recently. Noted for promoting dance and family bonding, its stand was a beehive of heightened activity as visitors had a feel of the recent dance steps in town.

Renowned for sharing happiness, the vivacious Maltina Pavilion - situated at the Liberation Stadium, Elekahia Port-Harcourt - was filled with fun and excitement. Consumers were treated to good music, free Maltina drinks and tasty barbeque much to their delight.

5 Dramatic events of 2013

Jim

Some unbelievable events happened in the Nigerian entertainment industry this 2013. SHOWBIZPLUS, after much deliberations has chosen the five most dramatic events in the year under review and represents them to you.

10 Shocking scandals of 2013

Tonto

The year under review was indeed characterized by many scandalous and controversial incidents; from the mundane to the abominable. SHOWBIZPLUS brings you an overview of the messy events and the characters involved.

5 Nollywood stars that didn’t shine in 2013

Genevieve

 The year 2013 saw the emergence of new superstars in the Nigerian movie industry globally known as Nollwood. However, some known names also failed to live up to expectations in terms of appearances in hit movies.

Gov., Fashola's deputy chief of staff, Mojisola fights dirty with aunt over late dad's property

Mojisola Rhodes (m) with filmmakers Kunle Afolayan & Tunde Kelani at a Nollywood event

A very messy family war is currently brewing among Miss Mojisola Rhodes, the beautiful deputy Chief of Staff to Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola, her sister, Mrs. Biola Babalola and their estranged aunt, Mrs. Clara Oye Otoki.
And painfully, the bone of contention, SHOWBIZPLUS reliably gathered is a prime landed property, Nojovo Farms and Fisheries limited situated in Oko-Ado, Eti-Osa LGA of Lagos State, which was left behind by Mojisola's famous dad, the late chief Babashola Rhodes (SAN).
The revered lawyer and ex boss of National Sports Commission (NSC), died nine years ago.

Nigerians condemn Chris Okotie for wasting N130m on two exotic cars

Okotie & ex wife, Stephanie

Several angry and disappointed Nigerians who recently bared their minds to us on the conditions of anonymity have openly condemned flamboyant and controversial man of God, Rev. Chris Okotie for wasting the sum of N130 million on a Rolls Royce Phantom (N80m) and 2014 Range Rover Autobiography (N30m).
The serial presidential losers bought both wonder-on-wheels to celebrate his 27 years as a pastor and 30 years as a born again Christian.
These angry Nigerians wondered why Okotie, whose second marriage recently crashed, would spend such a huge amount on two cars, when millions of Nigerians are hungry and finding it difficult to eat just a meal in a day.
 "He's already acting like those occupying Aso Rock and other government houses, yet he has not won any election. With this kind of open love for material acquisition, it means Okotie would do worse than those in Aso Rock, if he gets into office," asserted one of the disappointed Nigerians.
Another, while reacting, said there was no difference between the ex pop star and typical Nigerian politicians.

Fresh 113 Nigerian deportees arrive Abuja

It was a pitiable sight to behold as another 113 Nigerians deported from Saudi Arabia arrived Abuja recently. The deportees, who were the second batch of the 508 Nigerians approved for repatriation by the Federal Government, were flown into the country by an Ethiopian airline aircraft. A senior official of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) said the deportees would be sent to their respective State Emergency Management Agencies, for due clearance. The first batch of deportees, who were 80 in number, arrived on December 25, and more are still being expected.
Kano State had the highest number from the latest batch of deportees, 31, while Borno, had 19.

Real reasons angry Benue youths beat up Terry G

Terry G

More facts are beginning to emerge on the real reasons Nigerian pop singer, Oche Gabriel Amanyi popularly known as Terry G, was allegedly beaten by angry youths last weekend in his home state of Benue State.

 The singer who was at the IBB Square, Makurdi for Benue Youth Fiesta, was reportedly attacked while performing on stage.

Eye witnesses revealed that the singer was attacked as he was performing on stage. The angry youths suspected to be hoodlums began to throw sachet water on the musician and later broke bottles and charged towards him.

Though no reason was given for the shameful act, sources have revealed that the self acclaimed “Akpako Master” is not like by the youths in his state.

They have consistently accused him of being stingy and not supporting the fledging careers of emerging acts from his state.

Sammie Okposo can't leave COSON

Okposo

The General Manager of Copyright Society of Nigeria (COSON), Mr Chinedu Chukwuji has said that with time Gospel Singer, Sammie Okposo will realize that there are few Nigerian institutions that are run with a level of transparency, accountability and professionalism like COSON and he woul return to the fold. According to Mr Chukwuji, Okposo has not availed himself the opportunity of visiting the COSON office and is clearly unfamiliar with the quality of personnel, the technology and processes put to work at COSON.

Reacting to the recent internet report that Sammie Okposo has withdrawn his membership of COSON, Mr Chukwuji said that COSON has not received any resignation letter from Okposo. According to Mr. Chukwuji, ‘COSON has thousands of members and hundreds of thousands of affiliates. We do not join issues with our members on the pages of newspapers and certainly not with Sammie Okposo, whom I consider a personal friend. Since Sammie has made his statement public, we have a duty to clear any misconceptions about COSON before they become accepted as facts’

Tears as kidnappers kill nurse after collecting N1.5m ransom

It was a painful sight of unending tears as a 43 year-old nurse, Bridget Osawaru, who was kidnapped on December 10, 2013, was found dead. Her abductors who demanded and got N1.5 million ransom, three days after her kidnap, was eventually found dead after her kidnappers refused to release her. The deceased was abducted in her Sapele road, Benin, Edo State residence. He body was later found near Okhuahie hill, in Uhunmwode Local Government Area.

Industry mourns as two music video directors lost dads in one week

Sesan

It was a tragic week for the Nigerian music industry, as two ace music video directors, Moa Musa and Gbenga Sesan both lost their dads respectively, in one week.

Gbenga lost his father Sesan Ogunro in a tragic robbery incident in Lagos on the night of Sunday, December 22, 2013. The advertising guru, who was also the father to Beat FM OAP, Fade Ogunro was shot dead in the presence of his family around Marwa Gardens in Ikeja, Lagos, shortly after leaving church, where they had attended a Christmas carol service.

A day earlier, Saturday, December 21, another music video director Moe Musa lost his dad in a horrific accident in Lagos.

New Year shocker: Panic grips customers of Guaranty Trust Bank as Account Officer steals N50m from deposits

MD GTB, Segun Agbaje

There is palpable fear and pandemonium among high end customers of Guaranty Trust Bank (GTB), as the Special Fraud Unit, Ikoyi, Lagos State, recently arrested an account officer with a subsidiary of the bank, Guaranty Trust Homes, Adeola Olokojobi, in connection with a N50 million fraud at the financial institution.

Olokojobi, prior to his arrest was working at the Saka Tinubu branch of GT Homes, Victoria Island.

SHOWBIZPLUS reliably gathered that the SFU received a petition in October 2013, from a customer of the branch, where Olokojobi worked.

 The customer had alleged that the suspect, who was his account officer, had not been forthcoming with his account balances.

APC lambasts Jonathan over letter to OBJ

Jonathan

The All Progressives Congress (APC) says the presidency has been greatly diminished by its decision to throw decorum
to the wind and engage former President Olusegun Obasanjo in a hot exchange of words in what may now be described as
'lettergate', the latest in a series of scandals to hit the Jonathan presidency.
In a statement issued in Lagos on Thursday by its National Publicity Secretary, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, the party said while it
is not interested in joining the fray over the issues contained in the
letters written by both men, the decision by the President to go personal in his reaction crossed the threshold of decency and brought
the presidency - and indeed the country - into disrepute.

Breaking News! Comedienne Princess marriage crashes...Moves out of hubby's house

Princess & hubby on their wedding day

 The less than a year marriage between busty comedienne Princess Damilola Adekoya and her husband, Adeshola Jeremiah has crashed.
The troubled union which was contracted on May 8, 2013 inside the Balmoral Hall, Ikeja, according to SHOWBIZPLUS findings, crashed over three months ago. And now single Princess, had since moved out of the matrimonial home she once shared with her husband.

2014: Jonathan, Sambo’s trips to gulp N2.47bn

 

President Goodluck Jonathan and Vice-President Namadi Sambo.

The Presidency will next year spend N2.466bn on the foreign and local trips of President Goodluck Jonathan and Vice-President Namadi Sambo.

Jonathan alone will spend N2.4bn on travels and transport while Sambo will spend N67m.

These are contained in the details of the 2014 Appropriation Bill presented to the National Assembly last week by the Minister of Finance, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, on behalf of the President.

A further breakdown of the sum shows that Jonathan will spend N1.159bn on international travels and transport
while he will spend N1.219bn on local travel, and transport.

On his part, Sambo will spend about N29m on local travels and transport and N39m on  international travel, and transport.

These figures are apart from the N239.8m (N124m for foreign and N115m for local) that is budgeted for travels and transport for the State House itself.

Substandard phones: Samsung raids Computer Village

In a bid to rid the market of substandard Samsung telephone handsets, the Consumer Protection Council (CPC) recently raided the famous and notorious Computer Village, in Ikeja, Lagos.
The morning raid lasted for over two hours and at the end of the enforcement, over 150 phones of the Samsung brand were seized from shops selling the products to unsuspecting members of the public as genuine ones.

Indonesian ambassador, Haseng turbaned Sarkin Yaki of Shere

Ambassador Haseng

The Indonesian ambassador in Nigeria, Mr. Sudirman Haseng was recently turbaned as the Sarkin Yaki of Shere, for is immense role in ensuring the growth of education in Shere community, in the Bwari Area Council, Abuja. The well attended ceremony took place during Haseng's second visit to the Local Education Authority (LEA), school, Shere. The diplomat who was accompanied on the one day visit by his wife and embassy officials, thanked the community for the huge honour bestowed on him and promised to continue with his good works for the people of Shere.