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David Oyedepo Tasks President Jonathan On Terrorism
Punch reports that the founder and Chancellor, Covenant University, Ota, Ogun State, told President Jonathan to find means of resolving the crisis rocking some states in the North so as to prevent the country from turning into a war zone during a workshop organised by the African Leadership Development Centre on the university campus early in the week.
Speaking on the theme: “The Leadership Imperative: Conflict Management and Conflict Resolution Demands for Inspiring Transformation and Driving Change”, Oyedepo stated that though conflict was unavoidable in any part of the world, it was important that the leadership of the country dealt with such in order to avoid a state of war.
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War is a sucker. It sucks the resources of a nation. Only those who don’t know its cost propagate it. We must not have war in Nigeria. We should not even think of it. Its consequences are unimaginable. War is a crime against humanity. It erodes human dignity, destroys and devastates. It is staring at us in the face but we must avoid it.
“I once saw a family in Iraq who were feeding on leaves from graveyard. That is what war can do. It destroys the humanity in us. There is no life in war,” he added.
Commenting further, the religious leader said: “Nigeria must not see war again. This is not a prayer but a clarion call for a new way of thinking. Let us have real value for human lives. We are human beings. We need to start placing the appropriate value on human lives again.
“That is why we have to start to engage in a new way of thinking. Nigerians need to start building character, courage and capacity if we want to avoid war breakout.”
The Boko Haram insurgents have been reported to have claimed at least 4,000 lives since 2009.
The terror group are currently holding no fewer than 276 schoolgirls they abducted at the Government Girls Secondary School in Chibok, Borno State on 14 April, 2014.
In spite of calls for the militants to release the girls, the leader of the group, Abubakar Shekau, said they would only free the girls in exchange for some of their members captured by the Nigerian military.
The Nigerian government has since stated that its not going to negotiate with the terrorists on the release of the schoolgirls, promising to do whatever it takes to rescue them.
With seven weeks elapsed since the girls' abduction, Nigerians and the international communities are hoping that the girls would regain their freedom at the earliest possible time.
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World Cup: Peter Rufai Prays For Enyeama's Safety After Ejide's Terrible Outing Against Scotland
The Eagles had conceded twice to their Scottish counterpart and had to rely on two come back goal by Uchebo and Nwafor to gain a 2-2 draw.Rufai reviewed the game and focused on the goal keeper's showing, He prayed for Eagles number one to stay health throughout the World Cup, saying he hopes Ejide never comes out on duty during the tournament.He said: ‘’We pray that nothing happens to Enyeama to warrant a change’’
Rufai however stated there was no reason to panic and that footballers have bad days, he continued: ‘’It happens in football. Ejide is a fine goalkeeper. All goalkeepers go through that at one stage or the other’’, Rufai said recalling how jittery he used to be when called to take over from number one goalkeepers in his club.
Ejide had an awfull showing in the game, even catching the ball in the air and with little contact throwing it into his goal, The goal was cancelled by refree Lee Probert judging that Ejide clashed with a Scottish player.
Islamic Hate Cleric Commends Boko Haram For Chibok Girls Abduction
In the released videos Rahman, who had been jailed for 3 years after calling for attacks similar to the New York bombing in Europe, commended Boko Haram, recently characterized by the USA as the deadliest terrorist group, and said it is "not necessarily a bad thing" if they kill non-Muslims.
The videos are currently probed by Scotland Yard specialists, The Herald reports.
The leader of Quilliam counter-extremist think tank Haras Rafiq called the videos dangerous saying:
"The comments he’s made about Boko Haram are particularly dangerous, appalling and disgusting. He’s teaching how to hate and anger non-Muslims. That is a real threat to society and needs to be countered."
See the phrase from the video transcript:
"They [Boko Haram] didn’t do to these girls what the Nigerian government had been doing to the Muslims all these years – they didn’t rape anybody, they didn’t torture, they didn’t murder any of these girls."Meanwhile the whole world has joined Nigeria in the effort to locate and rescue the school girls from Chibok, Borno State, kidnapped on April 14. Weeks after the abduction Boko Haram leader Abubakar Shekau claimed responsibility for the act and said the children were converted to Islam.
On Monday the Nigerian military said they had discovered the whereabouts of the students adding however that they won't use force to rescue the girls.
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Friday 30 May 2014
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One of the Emirs attacked by Boko Haram today reportedly dies
“Already, arrangement is being made to bring his corpse to Gwoza from Shafa. His corpse was found in the bush,” a source said.
The Emir of Uba, Alhaji Ali Ibn Ismaila Mamza, who is younger, escaped while many of the
people in their entourage have been reportedly abducted by the
attackers.
It was gathered that most of the vehicles in the convoy have been set ablaze.
Terrorist attack on 3 Emirs' convoy in Borno today
A band of terrorists today attacked a convoy of the Emirs of Gwoza, Uba and Askira who were travelling to Gombe for the funeral of the late Emir of Gombe. Troops deployed in Garkida responded to the attack. The Emirs of Uba and Askira were secured while the body of Emir of Gwoza who died in the attack has been recovered. Troops are currently on aggressive patrols along the entire route with a view to apprehending the perpetrators and keeping the area safe.
Meanwhile, raids carried out by troops of the Special Task Force operating in the north-central part of the country have led to the arrest of 23 members of armed gangs terrorizing the region. The suspects including a hard drugs supplier were apprehended during raids on camps and criminal hideouts located in Bukuru, Jos South and Barkin Ladi general areas. All the suspects are currently undergoing preliminary investigation before they will be handed over to appropriate prosecuting agency.
Thursday 29 May 2014
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President Jonathan offers amnesty to Boko Haram members
The Minister of Youth Development, Mr. Boni Haruna today
May 29th revealed plans by President Jonathan to grant amnesty
to members of Boko Haram once they lay down their arms and embrace
peace. The Minister revealed this while speaking this morning at
the national Democracy Day programme tagged A
day with young leaders of Nigeria.
"President Goodluck Jonathan has also declared amnesty for members of
the Boko Haram sect. Series of integration programmes have been lined up
for the members of the sect who would surrender their arms and embrace
peace. Let me use this opportunity on behalf of the Federal Government, to
call on the members of the Boko Haram sect to embrace the government’s
gesture and key into the amnesty programme " he said
According
to the minister, over 300, 000 youths from the Niger Delta region have
benefited from the amnesty programme of the Government. He said the beneficiaries of the
Amnesty programme have turned from being militants to being wealth generators
and employers of labor.
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Panic as explosion rocks Abuja this morning
There was panic in the Kurudu,
Jikoyi community in the outskirt of Abuja this morning after a loud
explosion was heard. Residents in the area were reportedly seen running
for safety when they heard the loud bang.
It was initially thought to be a bomb blast but a Spokesman for the
Nigerian army assured people it wasn't, explaining that a rock blocking a
new road being constructed from Karishi to Apo in the Abuja city
centre, was blasted with dynamites to help free the road and allow
construction to continue
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Happy Democracy Day, Nigerians. Read GEJ's Democracy Day speech
Fellow
Nigerians,
1.
I greet and felicitate with you all,
today, as we mark 15 years of uninterrupted democratic governance in our beloved
country.
2. Our
dear nation, Nigeria, has certainly come a long way and made notable progress
since our first Democracy Day on May 29, 1999 when the military finally
relinquished power and handed over to a democratically-elected government,
marking the true beginning of a government of the people, by the people, for
the people.”
3. Although
I have ordered a low-key commemoration of this year’s Democracy Day in
deference to the current mood of the nation, there can be no doubt that the
past 15 years, the longest period of sustained democratic governance in our
country, have been a blessing to us, as a people.
4. As we
commemorate 15 years of our Fourth Republic today therefore, I believe that it
is fitting that we pay tribute once again to all those who played a part in
restoring our nation to the true path of democratic governance, built on the
foundations of rule of law and freedom of expression.
5. As a
result of our collective efforts since 1999, democratic governance is now
entrenched in our nation and institutions. I wholeheartedly believe that our
people are the better for it. The scope of fundamental rights and liberties
enjoyed by our people over the past 15 years has been expanded beyond measure.
6. On my
watch, we have witnessed high national economic growth rates, steady
improvements and expansion of national infrastructure including airports and
roads, the restoration of rail transportation, the efficient implementation of
a roadmap for improved power supply, a revolutionary approach to agricultural
production, as well as advances in education, sports, youth development, healthcare
delivery, housing, water supply and other social services.
7. In the
oil and gas sector, our promotion of a sustainable local content policy,
continues to guarantee equity and better opportunities for Nigerian
entrepreneurs and skilled personnel.
8. Significant
increase in mobile telephone and national broadband penetration, making
Information and Communications Technology (ICT) one of the fastest growing
sectors of the Nigerian economy. We have
also developed strong financial markets and regulatory institutions. Our banks
now have regional and global footprints.
9. Nigeria
has also gained recognition as the largest economy in Africa, the most
preferred investment destination in the continent and in terms of returns on
investment, the fourth in the world. We are pleased that the world has noticed,
as global leaders converged in Abuja early this month for the World Economic
Forum in Africa.
10.
The event not only witnessed a record attendance,
it brought the prospect of an additional flow of investment into the Nigerian
economy estimated at over $68 billion over the next few years.
11.
In foreign relations, our country has
equally done well within this period, by establishing and strengthening strong
partnerships with all ECOWAS countries and the rest of the world. This has
helped to deepen Nigeria’s leadership role in multilateral institutions
including the United Nations.
12.
Furthermore, under this administration,
we have made consistent progress in improving the standard of elections in our
country to ensure that they are ever more credible and truly representative of
the people’s free choice. The National Conference we initiated to deliberate
and make recommendations on the best ways of resolving our current political and
socio-economic challenges is on-going. It is our expectation that its outcomes
will help to further consolidate the gains we have made from democracy in the
past 15 years, and place our dear nation even more firmly on the path to
greatness.
Dear Compatriots,
13.
It is a sad fact that as I address you
today, all the gains of the past 15 years of democratic governance in our
country are threatened by the presence of international terrorism on our
shores. Our dear country, Nigeria is facing a new challenge. A war has been
unleashed on us. Extremist foreign elements, collaborating with some of our
misguided citizens, are focused on an attempt to bring down our country and the
democracy and freedom we cherish and celebrate today.
14.
The despicable abduction of school girls
from Chibok in Borno State has brought to the awareness of the entire world, the
heartless brutality of these terrorists who want to instigate a descent into anarchy
and balkanize our nation.
15.
In recent years, terrorist attacks have
claimed the lives of several of our compatriots, many have been injured or maimed, whole villages and
communities have been destroyed and the economy of some of our states is in jeopardy.
16.
There can be no doubt that what we are
witnessing in Nigeria today is a manifestation of the same warped and ferocious
world view that brought down the Twin Towers in New York, killed innocent
persons in Boston and led to the murder of defenceless people in the Southern
Russian city of Volgograd. Terrorist activities have brought war and pains to
Mali, Somalia, Yemen, Syria, Afghanistan and Pakistan. These agents of evil continue
to brainwash and incite ignorant young men and women to attack the innocent. We
cannot allow this to continue.
17.
I welcome the statements of solidarity from
patriotic citizens and the global community in support of our efforts to stamp
out terrorism. I applaud the understanding that in a democracy, such as we are
building, people can have differences while sharing worthy values and standing
together in opposition to the scourge of terrorism. Nigeria is the only country
we have and we must all work to preserve it for present and future generations.
18.
Despite the challenges we face, we must
commend our security forces. We must not forget their gallantry and successes
in liberating nations and in peacekeeping, from Liberia to Sierra Leone, Congo, Sudan, Mali, Guinea-Bissau and many
places in Africa and beyond. Our forces have paid the supreme price in several
places at several times.
19.
Today, they face a different challenge, an
unconventional war by terrorists. They are adjusting and are being equipped to
tackle the new menace of terrorism. We must show confidence in their ability. I
have no doubt that, with the support of Nigerians, our neighbours and the
international community, we will reinforce our defence, free our girls and rid
Nigeria of terrorists.
20.
It is now 45 days since the horrifying
abduction of the college girls of Chibok. I share the deep pain and anxiety of
their parents and guardians and I assure them once again that government will
continue to do everything possible to bring our daughters home.
21.
I am determined to protect our democracy,
our national unity and our political stability, by waging a total war against
terrorism. The unity and stability of our country, and the protection of lives
and property are non-negotiable. I have instructed our security forces to
launch a full-scale operation to put an end to the impunity of terrorists on
our soil.
22.
I have also authorized the security
forces to use any means necessary under the law to ensure that this is done. I
assure you that Nigeria will be safe again, and that these thugs will be driven
away – it will not happen overnight, but we will spare no effort to achieve
this goal.
23.
For our citizens who have joined hands
with Al Qaeda and international terrorists in the misguided belief that violence
can possibly solve their problems, our doors remain open to them for dialogue
and reconciliation, if they renounce terrorism and embrace peace.
24.
My government, while pursuing security
measures, will explore all options, including readiness to accept unconditional
renunciation of violence by insurgents, and to ensure their de-radicalization,
rehabilitation and re-integration into the broader society.
Dear Compatriots,
25.
We must remain united to win the war
against terrorism. Christians, Moslems, farmers, fishermen, herdsmen, teachers,
lawyers, clergy or clerics, the rich, the poor and Nigerians from all sections
of the country must work together with our security agencies and armed forces
to overcome the terrorists who now threaten all that we hold dear.
26.
The war against terror may be difficult,
but the days of peace will come again. Terror is evil; nowhere in history has
evil endured forever. The menace of Boko Haram will surely come to an end. I
believe that because of your prayers, your courage, hardwork, faith and
sacrifice, we will ultimately prevail over the terrorists and all other evil
forces.
27.
We are a strong, resilient and courageous
people. We will continue to partner with
the civilized world, to confront international terrorism and every other challenge
that comes our way with patriotic zeal and determination.
Fellow
Nigerians,
28.
Yes, we have challenges but we will
surely overcome. Nigeria is our country. Nigeria is blessed. We will all
collectively protect, defend and develop this country for ourselves, and our
children.
29.
Long live the Federal Republic of
Nigeria.
30.
Thank you and God bless NigeriaNigerian sentenced to 27 years imprisonment in Cambodia
23 year old Precious Chineme Nwoko (pictured above) has been sentenced to 27 years
imprisonment by a Cambodian Court for drug
trafficking in Cambodia.
Police sources say Nwoko was a ringleader in a heroin smuggling cartel in Cambodia. He was arrested last month for handing a backpack containing 2.2 kilos (4.8 pounds) of heroin to two women, 41year old Australian Yoshe Ann Taylor and 19 year old French Charlene Savarino, for onward transportation to an unidentified man in Australia. Both women were however caught and arrested.
Police sources say Nwoko was a ringleader in a heroin smuggling cartel in Cambodia. He was arrested last month for handing a backpack containing 2.2 kilos (4.8 pounds) of heroin to two women, 41year old Australian Yoshe Ann Taylor and 19 year old French Charlene Savarino, for onward transportation to an unidentified man in Australia. Both women were however caught and arrested.
At their trial last month, it was discovered that 19 year old
Savarino was Nwoko's girlfriend and they worked closely in smuggling
heroin. 41 year old Taylor had also
previously helped to smuggle heroin using the backpack.
Judge Kor Vandy at Phnom Penh Municipal Court who presided over their case today said Nwoko and the two women were guilty of 'cross-border smuggling of illegal drugs and thereafter sentenced Nwoko's 19year old girlfriend Savarino to 25 years in jail, while 41 year old Taylor was handed 23 years. They all denied the drug belonged to them.
Judge Kor Vandy at Phnom Penh Municipal Court who presided over their case today said Nwoko and the two women were guilty of 'cross-border smuggling of illegal drugs and thereafter sentenced Nwoko's 19year old girlfriend Savarino to 25 years in jail, while 41 year old Taylor was handed 23 years. They all denied the drug belonged to them.
Deeper Life pastor, Eric Abakporo, sentenced to 6yrs for Real Estate fraud
Prosecutors say Mr Abakporo and his accomplice, Latanya Pierce, carried out the illegal transactions for over nine years. They were convicted in a wide-ranging series of illegal transactions in New York city over a 9-year stretch, dating back to 2003. His accomplice, Latanya Pierce was sentenced to 30 months imprisonment.
Manchester United Football Club owner Malcolm Glazer dies
He was the president and chief executive officer of First Allied
Corporation, a holding company for his varied business interests. He was
worth $4billion.
Wednesday 14 May 2014
Parents identify 54 abducted Chibok girls in Boko Haram video
In a video viewing session which took place at the office of the Chief of Staff to Governor Kashim Shettima of Borno State, the video was played before some of the parents of the girls abducted, teachers, security officers, female students which included some of the girls who escaped from the abductors. With their help, some of the girls shown in the video were identified by their names. The viewing session took place at about 2pm today.
In a press statement issued by Governor Kashim Shettima’s Adviser on media, Isa Gusau, he said the exercise is still ongoing and would involve other parents as well as other students.
First the press statement..."Borno State Governor, Kashim Shettima has confirmed that young girls shown in a video released by the Boko Haram sect, are part of schoolgirls abducted at Government Secondary School Chibok following a night attack on April 14,2014”, said Mr. Gusau. Fifty four of the girls of the video have been identified by their names at an exercise that involved some parents of the girls, fellow students that include escapees from abduction, some teachers, security men and some officials of the Borno State Government led by the Chief of Staff to the Government House, Abubakar Kyari. The parents and students were conveyed to the Government House in Maiduguri to make for an open identification exercise. The names are currently being compared with school records as well as names published some days back to ensure accuracy. The exercise continues at the Government House and it is hoped that more names will be established by parents, students and teachers as well as management of the affected school”. It read
The statement listed the girls identified as
1. Agnes Gafane
2. Saraya Stober
3. Hauwa Bitrus
4. Hajara Isa
5. Na’omi Philimun
6. Hauwa Abdu (1st Speaking)
7. Magret Yama
8. Shitta Abdu
9. Jummai Muta
10. Ladi Paul
11. Roda Peter
12. Filo Dauda
13. Godiya Bitrus
14. Saratu Tauji (2nd Speaking)
15. Ross Daniel
16. Hauwa Ali
17. Hajara Isa (Amira 3rd Speaking)
18. Luba Afga
19. Na’omi Luka
20. Saraya Emos Ali
21. Bilkisu Abdullahi
22. Mairama Ali
23. Maryam Ali Maiyanga
24. Dabora Abbas
25. Kabu Mala
26. Halima Ali
27. Yana Bukar
28. Solomi Pugu
29. Lydia Emmar
30. Luba Sanda
31. Saraya Samuel
32. Comfort Habila
33. Rejoice Shanki
34. Gloria Yaga
35. Mary Nkeki
36. Moda Baba
37. Hauwa Isuwa
38. Patient Jacob
39. Ladi Jajel
40. Abigel Bukar
41. Fanta Lawan
42. Zainabu Yaga
43. Aisha Lawan Zanna
44. Dokas Yakubu
45. Kabu Mala
46. Maryama Bashir
47. Hauwa M. Maina
48. Mary G. Dauda
49. Susana Yakubu
50. Maryam Abbas
51. Laraba John
52. Hanatu Nuhu
53. Na’ omi Bukar
54. Rifkatu Galang
Tuesday 13 May 2014
The Times of London mocks President Jonathan with cartoon
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