Photos: Death toll in Yola bomb blast rises to 27

The death toll in the bomb blast that happened at a mosque in Jambutu, Yola in Adamawa state this afternoon has risen to 27. 73 others, most of whom are in critical condition,

2015 International Trade Fair Lagos - Creative Fair Exhibition

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce & Industry presents the 2015 Lagos International Trade Fair, the premiere international trade fair in West Africa. The Lagos International Trade Fair is the largest trade fair in West and Central Africa, attracting an average of 500,000 with investors from over 18 countries yearly.

Media aide to Gov Wike survives assassination attempt

Mr Opunabo Nko-Tariah, who is the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to Governor Nyesom Wike, on thursday night escaped assassination attempt on his life.
The media aide told newsmen in Port Harcourt yesterday that unknown gunmen opened fire on his vehicle at Israel Ama bridge in Asari Toru local government area and said he was still in awe at how he survived the shooting.
He said the arrays of gunshots shattered the windscreens of the car.
He narrated:

More graphic photos from the Yola bomb blast yesterday evening

At least 10 people died yesterday evening after a bomb exploded in ftont of the Jimeta modern market in Yola, Adamawa. I have some photos from the scene and it's quite horrific. See them after the cut. *warning - graphic photos*

Senate approves life imprisonment for rape, 10 years for incest and Child Pornography

The Senate yesterday passed the Sexual Offences Bill which approves life imprisonment for gang rape, 10 years for incest, another 10 years imprisonment for child pornography and a fine of N2 million as well as 14 years jail term for any other form of sexual offences committed in Nigeria.

The sponsor of the bill and Chairman, Senate Committee on Defence, Senator Chris Anyanwu, said the bill, which had been in the senate since 2013, amongst other things 'seeks to make a comprehensive legislation on sexual offences by criminalizing certain acts such as sexual tourism, child pornography and cultural and religious sexual offences in our criminal jurisprudence".

The Senate passed the bill yesterday during the "rush hour" plenary session in which 46 bills were passed in 10 minutes.

FIFA President Sepp Blatter announces he'll be stepping down from office

FIFA President Sepp Blatter has announced he will be resigning from office as President of the World football body soon. Making the announcement today, Mr Blatter, 79, who was re-elected for a fifth term only four days ago, said the world football governing body will hold an extraordinary congress to elect his successor as soon as possible.

"I decided to stand again for election because I thought it was the best option. The election is closed but the challenges have not come to an end. FIFA needs a profound restructuring. Although the members of Fifa have re-elected me president, this mandate does not seem to be supported by everybody in the world of football. This is why I will call an extraordinary congress and step down." he said

This is coming after many called for his resignation following the bribery scandal that engulfed the football governing body and arrest of several top officials.

Kidnappers den in Ibadan uncovered, fake currency notes, cars found

The police in Oyo state yesterday June 1st uncovered a shrine where fake currencies(pounds, euros, dollars) are produced in Isase, Ojoku, in Ona Ara Local Government Area of the state. The state commissioner of Police, Mohammed Katsina while taking pressmen on an inspection of the area, said the the den was discovered through intelligence gathering. Fake currencies, including Euros, Pounds, Dollars as well as fetish things(charms, statues, cowries) were discovered in the place. Also cars including two Toyota Camry and a Nissan Almera were discovered at the shrine. See the photos after the cut..

Graphic pics from armed robbery incident in Port Harcourt yesterday

Armed robbers stormed Agip junction area in Port Harcourt Rivers state yesterday June 1st. They raised some shops and killed a military officer during their operation. Graphic photo of the military officer killed after the cut...

Lagos governor, Akinwunmi Ambode's first day in office (photo)

The governor shared the photo on his instagram page and wrote "My first day in office!"

Boko Haram: Pres. Buhari to visit Chad, Niger on Wed and Thurs

In a bid to find a lasting solution to the continued attacks by Boko Haram members, President Buhari will on Wednesday June 3rd visit Niger Republic and on Thursday June 4th visit Chad where he is expected to hold talks with the Presidents of both countries.

Spokesperson to President Buhari, Shehu Garba in a statement he released today said;

"Buhari will go to Niger Republic on Wednesday and will spend a night there before proceeding to Chad the next day (Thursday)."

Impeached Adamawa Governor, Murtala Nyako in EFCC Custody

The impeached governor of Adamawa state, Murtala Nyako who returned to the country over the weekend from a self imposed exile after he was impeached in July 2014, is currently being interrogated by EFCC officials in Abuja.

According to Sahara Reporters, Nyako turned himself in to the anti-graft agency earlier today June 1st. He is being interrogated over allegations bordering on financial impropriety and gross misconduct which are the reasons why he was impeached from office.

Photos from Osinbajo's inauguration thanksgiving service, says he was divinely chosen to assist Buhari

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo led members of his family and friends to a thanksgiving service at the National Christian Center for his successful inauguration as the Vice President of Nigeria. While giving his testimony at the church service, VP Osinbajo said he was divinely chosen to assist President Buhari in this administration

"So I thank the great and mighty God, who has chosen me at this time by Himself to assist the President of this nation. His plan is to make Nigeria a nation that will be admired and respected amongst the nations of the earth by establishing .. and integrity.

Photos of Buhari when he was sworn in 1983 and in 2015

Left: Gen. Buhari when he was sworn in as Head of State in 1983 and right in 2015 as he was sworn in as a democratically elected president.

Nigerians will not regret giving us their mandate - Buhari

During his inaugural speech, President Muhammadu Buhari said Nigerians will not regret giving his administration their mandate. He appreciated the immediate Past President of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan for conceding defeat during the election. On Boko Haram, he said this will be tackled head on. He said the group is a group of small fire causing a big fire. He said the Command and Control center of the Nigerian Army will be in Maiduguri Borno state until Boko Haram is defeated.

He said his government will do everything within its power to rescue the Chibok girls. He said the Federal government will commission a study that will determine the origin, sponsors and foreign collaborators of Boko Haram once they have been subdued.

FG declares Friday May 29th public holiday

Ahead of the inauguration ceremony for the Buhari-led government, the Federal government has declared Friday May 29th a public holiday. The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Abba Moro in a statement released and signed by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Abubakar Magaji.

FFK kicks against granting amnesty to Boko Haram members

Former Aviation Minister, Femi Fani-Kayode has kicked against the call by some elders asking Buhari to grant amnesty to Boko Haram members when he assumes power.

"I knew you'ld come" - ENB Short Heart Touching Stories

In a battle, a soldier prepared 2 bring this wounded friend back from the field.

His captian said, “Its of No use! ur friend must be dead”. But soldier still goes & brings back his friend.

Seeing the dead body, Captain says “I told u its of no worth. He’s dead”.

The soldier replies with moist eyes: “No sir, it was really of worth…..

When i got to him, my friend saw me, smiled & said his last words: “I KNEW YOU WOULD COME”……

"7 Ways to Be More Productive on the Weekends" - ENB Living Effective

Most people use the weekends to kick back and relax. Unfortunately, entrepreneurs don’t always have that luxury. If you own your own business, you’re on duty, or at least thinking about work, seven days a week.

While you don’t have to be at your desk every minute of every day, it helps to know how to structure your lifestyle so you can get the most out of your busy schedule.
Here are a few ways to use your weekends to make you more productive at work and at home.

South African Pastor orders Congregation to strip naked [PHOTOS]

Truly the world is getting crazier and crazier by the day. A South African Pastor from a church in Soshanguve, Pretoria called End Times Disciples Ministries ordered people in his congregation to strip naked in the blistering cold!! See more photos after the cut...

At 1,327MW generation, FG says power supply may worsen

The federal government says the epileptic power supply being faced nationwide could get worse by tomorrow May 23rd if the strike action by the Senior and Junior staff unions of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation persist. At a press briefing in Abuja today, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Power, Ambassador Godknows Igali said prior to the strike action, Nigeria was comfortably producing 4,800MW but this has dropped to 1,327MW due to unavailability of gas.

"As of 12noon on Friday, May 22, 2015, Utorogu, Chevron gas plants are all shut down while Ughelli and CNL Escravos are all isolated already. At the eastern axis, Shell Gas, Alakiri, has also been shut down. This has led to the several power plants being stranded and shut down. These include Egbin, Olorunshogo I and II, Omotosho I and II, Geregu I and II, Ihonvor and Sapele (NIPP) on the western axis and Alaoji on the eastern end. The overall effect is that power supply, which had started picking up steadily since the beginning of the week, following repairs of various vandalised portions of the ELP Line and the Trans-Forcados Gas Pipelines, has fallen to an all-time-unprecedented low of 1,327MW as of 1pm, Friday, May 22, 2015. This situation could get worse if the strike (action) continues.” he said

Grant amnesty to Boko Haram, Northern elders ask Buhari

Prominent northerners including the former Chief Justice of Nigeria, CJN, Mohammed Uwais and Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, Ambassador Babagana Kingibe and former Nigerian Ambassador to the United Nations, Ibrahim Gambari have asked the President -elect, General Muhammadu Buhari to declare amnesty for Boko Haram insurgents when he takes over power on May 29.

They also asked Buhari to give priority attention to the special economic programmes for the North East geopolitical zone which had been ravaged by the Boko Haram terrorists, just as they warned against the scrapping of the on-going amnesty programme for ex-militants in the Niger Delta region

"Beautiful story: The poor man and his wife" - ENB Heart Touching Story

One day, the wife of a very poor man, who had very long hair asked him to buy her a comb for her hair to grow well and to be well-groomed.

The man felt very sorry and said no. He explained that he did not even have enough money to fix the strap of his watch he had just broken. She did not insist on her request.

The man went to work and passed by a watch shop, sold his damaged watch at a low price and went to buy a comb for his wife.

He came home in the evening with the comb in his hand ready to give to his wife. continue after the cut...

One dead, 4 injured in fatal accident along keffi-kafanchan road [photos]

A fatal accident happened this afternoon along Badeh Junction on Keffi-Kafanchan road in Abuja. One person was killed and four others are in critical conditions. Men of the Federal Road Safety Corp are on ground to manage the situation. More photos after the cut *warning - there's a graphic one*

"The Simple Action No One Does That Will Make You A Millionaire" - ENB Living Effective

Yesterday, I shared an article titled "4 Reasons Why You'll Never Be a Millionaire, and How You Can Change That" which gave us a key insight on how to think like, act like and walk like a millionaire to become one. Today we will be looking a "The simple action no one does that will make you a millionaire". Please ensure that you read to the very end and try to incorporate whatever you learn into your daily life. However, please not that, this article was not written by me, but i decided to share because i feel their is a lot we can learn from reading them.

What if I told you there was a simple,  almost guaranteed way to become a millionaire?
No, this isn’t a late night informercial. This isn’t a system you can get for just $997.97.  This isn’t quick… and its not definitely easy.

ISIS executes a man with a Bazooka in shocking new video [PHOTOS]

How do you kill a human being like this, with what is designed to take out tanks and aircraft? ISIS militants have released a shocking video showing the execution of a prisoner with a Bazooka. The prisoner (in red) was tied to a post, before they blasted him with the rocket-propelled grenade over claims he was fighting against the terror group in Syria. The video shows the captive exploding into a ball of flames and shows the militants rejoicing afterwards...

 

"4 Reasons Why You'll Never Be a Millionaire, and How You Can Change That" - ENB Living Effective

Relaxing vacations in Dubai, huge donations to your favorite charity and an early retirement. These are the kinds of things people think of when they hear the word “millionaire.”

It’s unlikely you’ll ever experience that. Sorry.

Unless, of course, you can overcome the following four roadblocks stopping you from achieving millionaire status. Each roadblock below also offers an “immediate action step” to help you overcome the things holding you back. Let’s get started.

1. You don’t understand how money works.

Money is not a complicated topic, but still, few seem to really understand how it works. Do you? Sure, you can blame the school system or your parents, but the responsibility is still on you to figure out how money is made, how it is held, how it is invested and how it is preserved.

"The Unconditional Love of a father" - ENB Heart Touching Story

One day an 11 year old girl asked her daddy, ”what are you going to get me for my 15th birthday ?”

The father replied,”there is much time left.”

When the girl was 14 she fainted and was rushed to the hospital. The doctor came out and told her dad she had a bad heart and she is probably gonna die…

when she was lying in the hospital bed, she said “daddy… have they told you i am going to die ?” The father replied; “no you will live” as he left weeping.

She said “how can you be sure.” He turned around from the door and said”i know.”

Nigerian soldiers undergo special training in Russia [PHOTOS]

Some Nigerian soldiers are currently in Russia to receive special training in the fight against Boko Haram. Meanwhile check out some of the power machinery our military is using to tackle Boko Haram members. More photos after the cut...

Amazing moment when a cat picks another cat that was hit by a car and drops on a pavement [PHOTOS]

This cat got run over, then got picked up by another cat and  put on the pavement. How amazing and touching, this is really humanity in animals! See more pics after the cut...

Touching moment 5yr boy begged his mum to buy a homeless man dinner... and then said the grace with him

How heartwarming is this? 5 year old Josiah Duncan (pictured with his mum) brought brought a group of Waffle House diners to tears when he asked his mother to buy dinner for a homeless man he saw outside - and then sang a blessing with him at the table.

Ava Faulk said her son wouldn't stop asking her questions when he spotted a disheveled man holding a bag with his bike outside the restaurant in Prattville. When Faulk explained the man was homeless, little Josiah asked 'What does that mean?' Faulk told Josiah that it meant he didn't have a home, to which her son responded, 'Where is his house? Where is his family? Where does he keep his groceries?'