Monday, August 31, 2015

PASTOR TUNDE BAKARE'S DAUGHTER WEDS IN GRAND-STYLE..SEE PHOTO'S.

The first daughter of Pastor Tunde Bakare, Olubunmi, walked down the aisle with her heartthrob, Olaoluwa Fabode, on Saturday, August 29.
Pastor Tunde Bakare with his daughter Bunmi
The wedding ceremony held in London, the UK.
Bunmi and her heartthrob walk down the aisle
A number of popular faces were at the wedding of the first daughter of the former running mate of President Muhammadu Buhari in the 2011 presidential elections.
Some of the popular faces were Oby Ezekwesili, Dr Joe Odumakin, Korede Bello and others.
Oby Ezekwesili at the wedding ceremony
Pastor Bakare, Korede Bello and some guests at his daughter’s wedding
Pastor Bakare is the General Overseer of the Latter Rain Assembly and Bunmi’s wedding will be the first to hold in the clergy’s family.


Bunmi is a graduate of Political Science from the Emory University, Atlanta, the United States, and she is running an after-school programme.
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Thursday, August 20, 2015

OLISEH:MIKEL SNUBBED ME, I HAD TO DROP HIM FROM EAGLES LIST.

Nigeria coach Sunday Oliseh has revealed why Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel was dropped out of the squad for next month’s 2017 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Tanzania in Dar es Salaam.
Speaking with newsmen on Thursday, August 20, Oliseh shockingly said that he was snubbed by Mikel during his recent trip to England which prompted him to drop the Chelsea star from the squad to face Tanzania.
According to Oliseh, attempt to reach out to Mikel before the Community Shield game against Arsenal were declined by the 28-year-old.
He said: “I met with the players when I went to England on Thursday, the day Chelsea was coming back from a tour before they played Arsenal in the Community Shield.
“I put a call through to John Obi Mikel. I called him four times, the phone kept ringing. I sent him a text message, I got no response. I called [Victor] Moses, the phone rang three times.
“And I spoke with [Moses], I told him to concentrate on his game and after the game he came to my hotel room we spoke and I made him understand that my priority is building a new team and everybody is starting from zero and I needed to see players playing.
“From there I [made] a trip to Liverpool there is no secret anymore, you all know about it [meeting with Jordan Ibe] everybody knows. I spoke with other players and their parents and I never got a call back from Obi Mikel until I travelled back home. But just yesterday I saw a missed call on my phone so at the moment I don’t know what the situation is now.
“For me everybody is the same and every player we call answers. To us it’s not up to me but I want to clear one thing if anybody wants to play for the Super Eagles we will all be treated the same way.
“I even told the players playing at home that home based player for me doesn’t exist, if you are a better player in Nigeria we will play you. The thing is that I have not spoken to him and I made efforts but no response, so I don’t know what to do. You people should tell me what to do, I don’t know.”
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Friday, August 14, 2015

Names Of Crew In Ill-fated Lagos Helicopter Crash Released

Names Of Crew In Ill-fated Lagos Helicopter Crash Released

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Bristow Helicopters (Nigeria) Limited has confirmed that the aircraft that was involved in an accident in Lagos, Nigeria, on August 12, 2015, carried 10 passengers and a crew of two.
According to the company’s Media Officer, Tunji Olugbodi, six survivors and six fatalities were recorded .
The Bristow flight crew among the casualties, comprised of Captain Joseph “Jay” Wyatt of Oklahoma, US, and First Officer Peter Bello, of Nigeria.
Local rescue team at the scene of the crash. Photo: Emmanuel Osodi
“We are shaken and deeply saddened by this tragic accident,” said Bristow’s Regional Director Africa, Duncan Moore.
“Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families, friends and loved ones of all those on board.”
Mr. Olugbodi said: “Bristow has mobilized the full resources of its response team and is working closely with authorities on the investigation, including at the accident site to recover the aircraft.
“Medical treatment is being provided to those who are injured and trained coordinators have been assigned to the families of the crew members and passengers to support them with their every need and ensure that they receive the most current information and assistance.
“Bristow has established a dedicated hotline for family members of those on board the flight. Relatives may telephone +1 (855) 979-7533 or +1 (567) 302-7004 for information, care and assistance.
“Bristow Nigeria would like to express its appreciation for the help and support it has received from the NCAA, the NAIB, NEMA and other industry stakeholders.
The company would also like to thank the Lagos State Government and the traditional ruler and people of the community where the accident took place”.
Captain Wyatt started his aviation career in 2005 and had been flying in Nigeria since 2009, while First Officer Peter Bello joined Bristow in 2014 after graduating from Bristow Academy’s helicopter flight school.
Both were experienced and qualified.
The Accident Investigation Bureau (AIB)  until the families have been duly contacted.
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LIVE UPDATE FROM OONI OF IFE BURIAL.

At the moment, Ile Ife, Osun state, often referred to as the ancestral home of the Yorubas, can be best described as a tourist town.It has turned to a source of attraction to important dignitaries, home and abroad, who are trooping in thousands to pay their last respect to His Imperial Majesty, Oba Okunade Sijuwade, Olubuse II, who passed on a few weeks ago.
Oba Okunade Sijuwade
As history is being made in the ancient town today, August 14, 2015, an inter-religious service is being held in honour of the king.
The on-going inter-religious service being presided over by both Christian and Muslim clerics, is taking place at Afewonro Parks, Enuwa, Ile Ife, Osun state.
The service kicked off with Christian burial rites and subsequently followed by the Muslims rites. While the service will be rounded off  with Iwure- a form of traditional prayers.
The ecstatic service is being graced by important dignitaries from all walks of life in the society. These include various religious leaders, traditional rulers, prominent politicians and business tycoons, indegenes of the town who trooped up to witness the memorable occasion.
Prominent dignitaries present at the colorful occasion are Vice President, Yemi Osinabajo, Governor Olusegun Mimiko of Ondo State, Senator Iyiola Omisore.
Others are Gen Yinka Adebayo, Gen Akindinade, Alhaji Moshood Adeoti SSG and Gen Akinrinade among others.
The king will be interred according to traditional rites later in the day.
Nigeria’s vice president, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, in his speech, said that the late monarch lived an exemplary life.
In the same vein, the Bishop of Ife Diocese of Anglican Communion, Rt. Rev. Oluranti Odubogun, who was represented by Very Rev. Olusola Akanbi, said despite his wealth, the revered monarch died at “the appointed time.”
He added that the monarch’s reign brought fame and popularity to his domain, while his demise demonstrated that every man will die irrespective of their status.
See exclusive pictures from Ooni of Ife’s burial below:
Ondo state Governor, Olusegun Mimiko (L) and Vice president of Nigeria, Prof. Yemi Osibajo: Photos: Emmanuel Osodi
Senator Iyiola Omisore (right) and other dignitaries: Photos: Emmanuel Osodi
Cross section of Olories of the late Oba Sijuwade: Photos: Emmanuel Osodi
Tokunbo Sijuade (son) and Kunle Sijuade (r) Photos: Emmanuel Osodi
Senator Iyiola Omisore (right) and other dignitries: Photos: Emmanuel Osodi
Cross section of Clegy men: Photos: Emmanuel Osodi
Cross section of late Oba, Ooni of Ife, Oba sijuade wives: Photos: Emmanuel Osodi
Oba’s Palace: Photos: bassey lawrence
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Thursday, August 13, 2015

BRISTOW HELICOPTER CRASHES INTO LAGOS LAGOON...SEE PHOTOS

by bassey lawrence::  A helicopter flying in from Port-Harcourt owned by Bristow Helicopters crashed into the Oworosoki end of the Lagos lagoon around 3pm yesterday. A total of 12 people were reportedly on board when the helicopter went down.Speaking on the incident,  Ibrahim Farinloye, NEMA spokesman said,”We don’t know exactly what happened but we have called the Nigerian mission control centre (NIMCC) to confirm the distress signal.” he said, adding that “the centre will ascertain this through the COSPAS-SARSAT, also known as the beacon, which is a hi-tech satellite based equipment made by Russia, USA and Canada for search and rescue purposes.”According to Vanguard, three of those on board have died while four injured ones were moved to the nearby Gbagada General Hospital.
The rescue agencies are on their way to the scene of the crash.
An eyewitness, Adaora Moka, was the first to tweet about the incident:
As at 7pm when our reporter left the scene, the helicopter was  yet to be recovered from the Lagoon. But our sources say the Nigerian Navy is on the way to bring out the helicopter out of the Lagoon.
See photos from the crash scene below (Photos by Michael Opeyemi):
NEMA officials conducting rescue efforts at the scene of the crash
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NEMA officials conducting rescue efforts at the scene of the crash
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NEMA senior officials directing proceedings at the site of the crash
More rescue efforts going on
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More rescue efforts going on


Victims getting medical attention
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Victims getting medical attention
Officials of LASEMA at the scene of the helicopter crash
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Officials of LASEMA at the scene of the helicopter crash
Helicopter at the scene of the helicopter crash
Money found on some victims of the helicopter crash
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Money found on some victims of the helicopter crash..
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Monday, August 10, 2015

HOW POPULAR COMEDIAN PROPOSED TO GIRLFRIEND DURING CHURCH SERVICE

The fast-rising comedian, Akpororo, who just bagged millions from the Telecommunications giant Airtel, is set to join his married colleagues in the industry.
Akpororo and girlfriend Josephine
The comedian cum singer on Sunday, August 1, proposed to his longtime girlfriend Josephine, during a church service.
A close friend of the comedian, who narrated the proposal story, disclosed that Akpororo and his girlfriend attend the same church, Ultimate Power Ministry.
“The life changing anointing service did not come to an end without entertainment infused in between as some of house of the finest comedians trilled the congregation with unending laughter! The comedians at the service include, Shortfamily, Laffdoctor, Wiseone and Ovie (The generous). Akpororo was not left out as he cracked jokes and also performed four of his songs from his album. His joy knew no bound as he sang and danced as never before, nobody knew what his plans was.
However, somewhere in the middle of the whole activities, the comedian was no-where to be found. Just as the pastor was rounding off the closing prayer, four children walked up to the altar with each of them carrying a cardboard paper, and when they got to the middle, they all turned to face the congregation as they open the cardboard paper with “WILL YOU MARY ME” boldly written on it. The whole church thought it was a joke; still, Akpororo was no-where around. At that point, the Bishop in-charge of Ultimate Power Ministry, Bishop Isreal Mathew, walked up and said, “One of my sons is asking someone here this question”.
Just then, AKPORORO walked up to the altar and knelt down in front of Jossy or Josephine (the only light skinned lady among the Explicit Dance Crew) and popped the one million dollar question, “Will you marry me”? with tears and smile of joy, Josephine said, “YES!”
However, all efforts to speak to the comedian Akpororo proved abortive
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Lecturer Who Raped Admission Seeker Not Our Staff - UNILAG

Lecturer Who Raped Admission Seeker Not Our Staff - UNILAG

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The head of the Information Unit of the university, Olagoke Oke, who spoke with a Punch reporter said Dr Baruwa is not on the university’s employee list whether teaching or non-teaching.
“The said Dr. Baruwa is a not a member of staff of the university, whether teaching or non-teaching. He also does not belong to the part-time or full-time teaching staff of the school. His name is not on the master list of workers of the university. I have checked the staff list using his full name and initials and could not come up with any such name as of Friday, August 6, 2015,” he said.
“I have also checked the list of office accommodation given to members of staff of the university and his name is not there. There is no office allocation attached to such a name. How he reportedly entered the said office where the crime took place is what we are looking into as an institution.
“While we sympathise with the alleged victim, we are ready to cooperate with every agency of government to get to the root of the matter as soon as possible. As an institution, we do not support any act of violence, not even against women. Therefore, we will help to ensure that the case comes to a logical conclusion.”
The newspaper also quoted some students in the Faculty of Business Administration who claimed that the suspect was a part-time lecturer of the accounting department of the university.
“I know him as a part-time lecturer in the accounting department. I wonder what the university wants to achieve now by trying to disown him,” one student said.
Baruwa allegedly raped the young girl, who was seeking admission to the university, in his office on July 23, 2015 and is currently in detention at the Kirikiri Prison.
He was arraigned before Ikeja Magistrate’s Court, Lagos, on Thursday.
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