WELCOME TO DEECOMM BLOG. THE GALAXY: July 2012

Sunday 29 July 2012

Subsidy probe not a witch-hunt –Tambuwal

Hon. Speaker, House of Representative, Aminu Tambuwal
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Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr. Aminu Tambuwal, insists that the fuel subsidy investigation is not a witch-hunt but rather to instill transparency in the running of public offices.

The Speaker said this through his Special Adviser on Media, Mr. Imam Imam, in an interactive session with newsmen in Kaduna on Saturday.

According to him, the House of Representatives believes in the growth of the country, hence corruption must be tackled.

He said, “The whole idea of the subsidy investigation is not to witch-hunt. In fact, it is to bring sanity to the system.

“Nigeria as one of the largest producers of (crude) oil, must have a workable system that is devoid of corruption; “a system that all Nigerians and indeed, Africans will be proud of; system that is world standard. We want to ensure in the 7th Assembly that we uphold the confidence Nigerians reposed in us by providing good governance to the people.

“The subsidy investigation and others in the House were never intended either to rubbish or witch-hunt anyone.”

Tambuwal expressed his concern at the profile of corruption in the country.

He added, “The rate of corruption in the country is high, particularly in the public offices. This must be tackled from the root if Nigeria as a nation must be among the developed nations in the year 20-20-20.”

The Speaker also noted that despite the internal wranglings in the House which had portrayed the House in bad light, the House would ensure good governance in the country.

He urged Nigerians to support the lawmakers in their efforts in moving the nation forward.

“The bills and resolutions passed by the House are in an effort to change the face of Nigeria and Nigerians in entrenching transparency and accountability in the system and in governance at all levels,” he said.

The Speaker further urged the media, as the fourth estate of the realm, to partner with the House in order to move Nigeria forward, urging media practitioners across the country to always adhere to the ethics of the profession in the discharge of their duties.

While receiving the Speaker’s aide to the Secretariat of the Kaduna Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, the Chairman, Mallam Yusuf Idris, noted that the aide could remember his days as a reporter before his ascension to his current position. “Several others were raised by God to a higher status but have forgotten where they started from,” he said.

Nigerians living in fear, uncertainty – Obasanjo, IBB

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Former heads of state, General Olusegun Obasanjo and General Ibrahim Babangida have expressed concern over the growing insecurity in the country, saying “Nigeria is currently under fear and uncertainty.”

In a joint statement obtained by our correspondent in Abuja on Sunday, they warned that the consequences were capable of affecting the unity of the country.

They said the loss of innocent lives being experienced across the country was no longer bearable.

The two leaders said, “The loss of innocent lives by the day across the nation is simply unbearable.

“Currently, the nation is gripped by a regime of fear and uncertainty that virtually all citizens have difficulties going about their normal day-to-day activities with great anxiety and trepidation. This cannot be allowed to continue.”

They said unfolding events had posed threats to the labour of the nation’s founding fathers and subsequent generations in building a strong, united, peaceful country that can accommodate and cater for the needs and aspirations of our diverse communities.

Obasanjo and Babangida also lamented the untold hardship in the country.

They claimed that a deeply worrying trend that was emerging from this terrible situation was that a pervasive cynicism was beginning to set in, so much so that millions of true Nigerian patriots were starting to question the platform upon which the unity of the country rests.

However, they appealed to Nigerians not to allow frustration, fear and despair to supersede their hope for a collective destiny, which lies in their continued existence as a nation.

Both leaders declared that as for them, and some millions of other Nigerians, the continued unity of Nigeria was not only priceless but non-negotiable.

Their statement reads in part, “While we are very much aware of the efforts various governments in the country are making to confront the escalating security challenges across the country, we believe that it is time that these efforts are scaled up to be more involving and inclusive.

“In this regard, whatever robust security measures are put in place to contain the situation, as is normal in such circumstances; they must be complemented with an equally intensive process of community involvement.

“We therefore urge all governments in the country, starting with all the 774 local councils to comprehensively engage their communities at the various levels, including elders, youth organisations, trade union and associations, women bodies, clerics and other community stakeholders.

“We also call on the Federal and state governments not only to encourage these grass roots engagements for peace and beneficial coexistence but should work out the framework to sustain the engagement.”

They said that in all these efforts, it was important to emphasise that Nigeria’s diversity should be a course for celebration and not a cause for lamentations.

Both leaders, who recently abused each other on the pages of newspapers, however appealed to Nigerians to use the holy month of Ramadan to turn the tide against insecurity, violence and hatred.

They also appealed to religious leaders, in particular, to have an even greater challenge to use the immense virtues of this holy period to inculcate among the millions of citizens, the spirit of mutual respect, humility and forgiveness.

They furthermore revealed that ample opportunities were at hand to bring all armed belligerents to table for meaningful dialogue with the authorities for Nigerians’ future.

Obasanjo and Babangida added that no meaningful development could ever occur in an atmosphere of violence and hatred.

History, they said, had shown that any society built on the structures of violence and intolerance would not prosper.

While they said that God has blessed Nigeria with abundant resources and talents, they however said there must be peace and harmony to harness them.

They also said they were ready to do whatever was possible to promote the quest for peace and harmony in the country.

Blast kills 10-yr-old in northern Nigeria

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Kano - A bomb blast in restive northern Nigeria killed a 10-year-old boy and wounded 10 others on Sunday, police said, in an area repeatedly targeted by a radical Islamist group.

The explosion went off at about 18:30 in Bauchi city's Tundunwadan Dan-iya area, a neighbourhood known for its cluster of bars and other entertainment spots.

Nigeria's Boko Haram Islamists, responsible for scores of deadly attacks across the north, have previously struck social venues including those that serve alcohol, although no group immediately claimed responsibility for Sunday blast.

"There was an explosion from an improvised explosive device concealed in a wheelbarrow which killed a 10-year-old boy and wounded ten other people," said Mohammed Ladan, police commissioner of Bauchi state, where Bauchi city is the capital

"The wheelbarrow was abandoned by a man disguised as a grocery vendor at a beer garden in the area. No arrest has been made and it is still not clear who was responsible for the explosion," he added.

The Islamists claimed a suicide blast at a church in Bauchi city on 3 June that killed at least 15 people.

The group also carried out a daring prison raid in the state in 2010 that freed scores of its alleged members.

Boko Haram has said it wants to create an Islamic state in Nigeria's mainly Muslim north, although its demands have varied widely as its insurgency has intensified in recent months.

The United States last month designated three of its presumed leaders as global terrorists and Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has faced mounting criticism over what some say is his failure to stem the violence.

The radical group, responsible for more than 1 000 deaths since mid-2009, has also consistently carried out attacks on Sundays, although typically targeting Christians worshipping in church.

Boko Haram has also attacked the security services and other symbols of authority in Africa's most populous nation.

Thursday 26 July 2012

Who wore it better: Ene Lawani vs Nse Ikpe Etim

Ex Miss Nigeria Ene Maya Lawani vs Nse Ikpe Etim in House Of Nwocha. Who wore it better?

Photos:Kristen Stewart cheats on Rob Pattisson with married director

Us Weekly released the exclusive photos. Will this hurt her career?

Graphic Photo: Two men behead 7 year old boy for N250k

The two men who beheaded a little boy Left: 30 year old Ishaya Dakulung and (right) 25 year John Yakubu

7 year old Samu Danjuma was John Yakubu's neighbour's child in Nasarawa. Yakubu was said to have lured the little boy to a forest where he beheaded him and dumped his body in a stream. Yakubu then took his head to Ishaya in Abuja who promised him N250, 000 for fresh human head. Dakulung was to give the head to someone else for ritual purposes, but fortunately the two men were accosted and arrested by men of the SSS following a tip off. They were paraded to newsmen this week in Abuja.

You know what the bible says about people who hurt children? Hang a millstone around their neck and drown them in the depth of the sea. A horrible horrible photo after the cut...viewer discretion advised...

I told y'all Wow magazine had the exclusive wedding photos. They've finally released the edition carrying the official wedding photos of actress Uche Jombo and Kenny Rodriguez. Beautiful photos. See more after the cut...

New Karen Millen and Work Dress Collections on Kamdora.com

Kamdora stylists have launched 2 lovely collections - a Mercury Duo work dress collection and a Karen Millen elegant dress collection on Kamdora.com.

Kamdora members have been shopping the collections since yesterday so hurry over before items run out.

To check out these collections visit www.kamdora.com/LIB3

You hear some things and you shake your head. Our former first lady, Turai Yar'Adua and current first lady, Patience Jonathan took themselves to court over a property they are both squabbling over. And to save the country from further embarrassment, the Attorney General of the Federation has asked the court handling the case to discontinue further hearing on the case.

The property in dispute is located in the central business district of Abuja and was originally allocated to a Non-Governmental Organisation, NGO, “The Registered Trustee of Women and Youth Empowerment Foundation, WYEF”, a pet project initiated by Turai Yar’Adua.

After Turai left as First Lady, the property was revoked by the FCT minister and re-awarded to Dame Patience Jonathan for the construction of a secretariat of the “First Ladies Peace Mission.”

Turai has been promised any alternative property of her choice in the business district in the FCT as compensation.

Nollywood director Ndubuisi Okoh dies

The prolific movie director died on Tuesday July 24th in Abia State. He battled diabetes for a while before passing on two days ago. May his soul rest in peace...Amen.

Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Army officers accosted by Gov Fashola on BRT lane to pay N25k fine

The army officers ACCOSTED by Governor on July 17th for taking the designated BRT lane will pay a mandatory fine, the Nigerian army said yesterday. The two officers will pay N25, 000 each for the traffic offense and other army personnel have been warned by the Nigerian Army to obey the laws of the state.

Sun Editor, Steve Nwosu, shot in the head by unknown gunmen

The Editor of Daily Sun newspaper, Steve Nwosu, was today shot in the head by unknown gunmen in the Maza Maza area of Lagos as he left a bank.

Two men on a motorcyle shot him as he left a bank and was about entering his car. Fortunately the bullet only scraped his scalp. He wasn't seriously injured but had to be kept overnight in the hospital for observation.

No one can say for sure if it was a robbery attack or an assassination attempt.

Who would have thunk it? KStew cheats on R-Patz with married man

Imagine cheating on hot Rob Kristen and Rupert (inset, Sanders wife)

Us Weekly is reporting that actress, Kristen Stewart, cheated on her boyfriend of almost four years, Robert Pattinson, with her 41 year old Snow White and the Huntsman director, Rupert Sanders. Sanders is married to model/actress, Liberty Ross, who also appeared in Snow White as the mother of Stewart’s character and they have two children

Photographers snapped the director and Kristen in a steamy make out session in L.A. on July 17, and the new issue of Us Weekly has the exclusive photos and details.

Seems these allegations are true because the actress and director have both released statements apologizing to loved ones. See their statements after the cut..

The body of the mother of multiple award-winning singers, P-Square, Mrs. Josephine Okoye, 62, which is currently in a Lagos private mortuary, will be laid to rest in her husband’s house at Ifite-Dunu, Akwa Village, Anambra State on Thursday, 2 August, 2012.

Shortly before the burial, there will be a lying-in-state at her Umunachi, Umudioka Village, Anambra State and a church service at St. Gabriel Catholic Church, before the proper burial at Ifite-Dunu, which will also be the reception venue and is expected to be attended by colleagues of P-Square in the entertainment industry and some state governors amid tight security.

Late Mrs Okoye is survived by her husband, Mr. Moses Okoye and eight children namely Christopher, Henry, Jude, Lilian, Tony, Peter, Paul and Mary.

'Why I signed Jaysleek to D'Banj Records' - D'Banj opens up

Multi award winning international artiste and entrepreneur, D'Banj, has officially confirmed the signing of prolific producer Jeremiah Shelika, popularly known as Jaysleek, as a producer at D’Banj Records.

Speaking on the new signing, D’Banj expressed his delight, noting that 'it is a sure sign of great things to come.'

This has been a long time coming so we are really happy to see Jaysleek join the D'Banj family. It’s exciting to be working with one of the best; Jaysleek is a fantastic producer, hardworking, humble, and immensely creative. I’m so certain that he will carve a niche for himself here at D’Banj Records and inspire us to even greater music,” he concluded.

Tuface, D’banj MI, others thrill at Star re-launch party

Marketing Director Mr. Walter Drenth, Managing Director Mr. Nicolas Vervelde, Sales Director Mr. Hubert Eze and HR Director Mr. Victor Famuyibo, all of Nigerian Breweries Plc during the re-launch of STAR Lager beer in Lagos.

It has not happened for a long time where you will see some of the best artistes Nigeria parades at a single event to honour a brand, but that was exactly what happened when Star lager beer paraded Tuface Idibia, D’banj, MI, Wizkid and Tiwa Savage at the Star re-launch party. The Expo Centre of Eko Hotel and Suites where the event held was filled to capacity with more than 6,000 consumers’ of Star.

Colorado shooting: Three men died taking bullets for their girlfriends

Written by Michael Skolnik

Bullets. Bullets. More Bullets. And even more bullets. One shot. Two shot. Three shot. More shot. Screams of agony. Cries of babies. Yells of children. the dark night.

Out of breathe. We grab those around us. We run to red lights of exit signs amid the darkness. We lay prone on the floor. We pretend to be dead hoping someday we will breathe again. We jump on top of those we love hoping that if one more bullet comes our way, it hits us and not them. hoping. Truly hope that the bullet hits me. a strange thought. A thought that we never thought we would have thought.

The duo of Vast and Smash of Bracket music group have relocated from their base in Tajudeen Olanrewaju Estate, Yaba, to a more expensive and posh duplex apartment at Bourdilon Court, Lekki, highbrow of Lagos.

The Yori-Yori crooners, who have now joined the league of entertainment big wigs residing on the Island, relocated to their new abode few weeks ago.

Meanwhile, the second phase of the musical group’s tour of the United States of America will commence on Saturday, 4 August, 2012 in Baltimore before moving to other cities such as Minnesota, Atlanta, Rode Island, Chicago, Miami, New York and Philadelphia where they will also be given an honorary award by the Mayor of Philadelphia.

Ghana gets new president

Ghana's new president is 53 year old writer and historian, John Dramani Mahama. Mahama had been the vice president before he was sworn in as president this evening following the sudden death of John Atta Mills.

GrandeurCollection: A home of original fashion, at affordable prices

Introducing Grandeurcollection.com - The Best Online Shopping Store in Nigeria, a home to major world brands like Lanvin, Comme des gardens Play, Versace, Kurt Gieger, Zara, Marc Jacobs, YSL, Hugo Boss, Christian Louboutins, Micheal Kors, Dsquared, Versace, ASOS, Jimmy Choo, Atmosphere, Billionaire Boys Club etc.

William Balfour, the man accused of murdering singer Jennifer Hudson's mum, brother and nephew in 2008, was today July 24th sentenced to three consecutive life terms in prison.

Breaking news: Ghanaian president John Atta Mill dies

Ghana's President John Atta Mills is dead. Ghana Television announced that he died today at 37 Military hospital in Accra...aged 68. The cause of death is still sketchy but Mr Mills has been ill for while. His office also released a statement to Reuters announcing his death. May his soul rest in peace...amen.

Ghen Ghen! EFCC lists 1st batch of alleged fuel subsidy fraudsters to be prosecuted

EFCC is now ready to prosecute fuel subsidy fraudsters and they've released the names of the first batch of suspects to be prosecuted in court. There are seven companies and 12 individuals...and they are:

The companies: Nasaman Oil Services, Eternal Oil and Gas Plc, Ontario Oil & Gas Plc, Nadabo Energy Limited, Pacific Silver Line Limited, Axenergy Limited, and Fago Petroleum and Gas Limited.

The individuals: Mamman Nasir Ali, Christian Taylor, Mahmud Tukur, Ochonogor Alex, Walter Wagbatsoma, Adaoha Ugo-Ngadi, Fakuade Babafemi Ebenezer, Ezekiel Olaleye Ejidele, Abubakar Ali Peters, Jude Agube Abalaka, Abdulahi Alao and Oluwaseun Ogunbanbo.

Do you men find showing of too much cleavage attractive? There has to be a reason why we women do this. Please let us know...:-)

Scantily clad Rihanna hits the streets of St Tropez... :-)

The 24 year singer, who is currently holidaying in France, was spotted on the streets of St Tropez yesterday wearing a bandeau bikini top and a white crochet skirt. This girl no send! :-)

Fans workout with Malta Guinness Low Sugar/ Arsenal Football Club

Malta Guinness low sugar will be hosting Arsenal football club at the Eko hotel on the 29th of July, 2012.

Malta Guinness is the premium non-alcoholic beverage that energises you to feel your best. With a great taste and packed with the finest quality natural ingredients, vitamins, iron and nutrients to provide real goodness, Malta Guinness ensures that you have that ‘Top of the World’ feeling.

You stand a chance to win tickets to the events by answering some questions after the cut...

Let me leave out the assumed cost of the house :-), and just tell you that the very busy comedian indeed acquired a home in Germany. 33 year old Otaghware Otas Onodjayeke aka I Go Save acquired the property, a bungalow, very recently. And the reason he got a home in Germany is because he has a regular gig in that country, so spends a lot of time there.

Ghana Denies Nigerians Entry Over Yellow Fever Card

A diplomatic row may soon arise between Nigeria and Ghana as the country is said to be denying Nigerians entry over alleged fake yellow fever cards.

Some Nigerian travellers to Accra told The Guardian that they were recently subjected to inhuman treatment at the Kotoka International Airport, Accra, over yellow fever vaccination.

Nollywood actor, Emeka Ike, has said he's leaving Nollywood temporarily to strategize. Speaking to an Encomium reporter exclusively on Sunday July 22nd, the actor said:

"I have not quit Nollywood in the real sense of the word. What I did was to withdraw all my movies from the market, and I mean all the movies that are related with Emeka Ike...and the reason is not far fetched. I am angry with what is going on in the industry. My conscience would not allow me to go on with the decay in the industry. So, I feel that was the best thing to do, to dissociate myself from the problem and stand out! So, henceforth, any Nollywood movie would not involve Emeka Ike. Rather, I want to market all my movies on the label of Emeka Ike Production. If you want to deal with me as an actor, you have to work with me under the label. That clearly separates me from Nollywood

How a man shot his wife dead in Enugu

Mathias Nweze, a native of Umuida, Enugu-Ezike in Igboeze North local government area of Enugu State, has reportedly shot his wife dead.

The police said yesterday, that they had commenced investigation into the bizarre incident which occurred at about 11pm last Saturday.

Oh no! It has finally happened. A LIB reader, Mimi, just sent in a vs...and it's between me and her! Hehe. But I trust my loyal readers, you have to support the person who brings you all the news..:-). So who wore it better, Linda Ikeji vs Mimi in a Rachel Roy dress?

Meanwhile that's me at the Davido album launch that held two days ago...walking, chewing and rocking my Lolavitahair :-)

Yay, D'banj is actually on the inside page of Complex magazine

G.O.O.D Music artists were featured in the August/September issue of Complex magazine. D'banj and Teyana Taylor were not on the cover but were featured on the inside page. I'm sure you can spot the Kokomaster yourself. Cool stuff!

Laserderm Clinic brings cutting-edge beauty technologies to Nigeria

Laserderm is a specialist skin clinic, a first and one of its kind in Lagos. The beauty clinic is located in a private serene environment in the Ikeja area of Lagos. Laserderm clinic applies a variety of cutting-edge beauty technologies in therapeutic and cosmetic procedures to treat and care for the skin. These are treatments that will definitely leave you feeling and looking more beautiful, radiant and youthful more than ever before.

Serena Williams' big butt problems

The tennis super star tweeted a photo of her posterior to lament about her big butt problems...the kind of problem a lot of you men like, huh? lol

Jealous woman bathes lover with acid in Calabar

The police in Calabar, Cross River State, have arrested a nurse, Dorothy Hayford Nkanu, who allegedly poured acid on her lover, Edmund Educhukwu (pictured above) on suspicion that he was dating another lady.

Neighbours later rushed Edmund to the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital, UCTH, where doctors have been battling to save his badly damaged face and left eye. The right eye was damaged beyond redemption.

No fewer than 40 casual workers of the Abuja Environmental Protection Board (AEPB), on Monday morning, barricaded the entrance gate of the head office of the board located at the Central Business District, Abuja, to protest against non-payment of their wages.

The workers, who had gathered outside the gate at about 8a.m., refused to allow the Director of the board, Issa Shuaib, and the staff to move out of the office premises.

Someone's missing. Where's our D'banj?

Spinlet.com Featured Song of the Day

The Spinlet Featured Song of the Day is titled “JOWO” by Ebisan. Check her out on Spinlet. Ebisan has an amazing voice and this song is very Classy and Musical, her style is unique and a breath of fresh air to the Nigerian Music Scene.

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Who wore it better: Tocarra vs Dabota

American model, Tocarra Jones vs Nigerian model/Miss Nigeria UK, Dabota Lawson. Who wore it better?

Mariah Carey replaces J.Lo as judge on 'American Idol'

Mariah Carey has officially joined 'American Idol' as season 12 judge, replacing Jennifer Lopez who quit last week. The singer was unveiled today by Fox Broadcasting Company as the new judge

Entertainment Weekly is reporting that Mariah will earn $17 million, $2 million more than Jennifer Lopez earned.

New Video: Darey - Sisi Eko Remix Ft. Flavour

A typical Lagos traffic jam is transformed into a hollywood-style musical as Darey and Flavour attempt to woo the beautiful and elusive 'Sisi Eko'. The big budget clip features Ali Baba, Jimmy Jatt, others. Directed by Mark Hofmeyr for trademarkpictures.tv.

Delta Head of Service shot, survives kidnapping attempt

Mr Okey Ofili, the Head of Service of Delta, on Sunday survived a suspected kidnapping attempt, police said. According to the police source, Ofili sustained gunshot injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment.

It was learnt that the incident occurred at Summit Road Junction on the Asaba – Benin Highway as Ofili was returning from church about noon.