EFCC: Stop acting irresponsibly, Fayose warns

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Ayodele Fayose, has frowned at the persistent harassment of Nigerians by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) without due regard to the rule of law.

Fayose described as “irresponsible, barbaric and undemocratic” the continued detention without trial of Mr. Warimopei Dudafa, a former Special Assistant on Domestic Affairs to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan and invasion of the Abuja residence of former Minister of Aviation, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode.

He said it was the height of executive rascality for the EFCC to have held occupants of Fani-Kayode’s residence hostage for eight hours, despite that he was only invited to come to the EFCC office on Monday and no evidence that Fani-Kayode refused to honour the invitation.

Drug Lord, Joaquin El Chapo transferred to new Prison

Drug lord Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman has been transferred to a prison in northern Mexico near the Texas border on Saturday.

The Sinaloa cartel boss, who twice pulled off brazen jailbreaks and is fighting to avoid extradition to the United States, was moved from the maximum-security Altiplano lockup near Mexico City to a

Photos: Popular actor Kenneth Okonkwo & Wife welcome first Child after 9 years Marriage

Popular Nollywood actor, Kenneth Okonkwo and wife, Ifeoma have welcomed their first child after 9 years marriage. They welcomed their first child, a boy at The University of Maryland, St. Joseph Medical Center, USA on Friday, May 6, 2016. See more photos below....

US considers selling Nigeria attack planes

The United States is considering selling Nigeria ground attack planes to help fight Boko Haram rebels, officials said Friday.

Nigeria’s Western allies have vowed to assist the West African giant in its fight against the brutal Islamist group, but have been cautious of providing arms to troops regularly accused of extrajudicial killings.

Washington is now, however, contemplating selling Nigeria a dozen A-29 Super Tucano ground attack planes of the type US contractors have supplied to Afghanistan to help it strike Taliban guerrillas.

US officials would not publicly confirm the plan, as it has not been formally approved or explained to Congress, but said Washington is looking for ways to help President Muhammadu Buhari’s

When President Buhari arrived Home town, Duara (PHOTOS)

Nigeria's President, Muhammadu Buhari, yesterday jetted to his home state, Katsina, after signing the 2016 budget into law. , He will spend 4 days. Another  photo below…

Imo Gov, Achike Udenwa denies being arrested by EFCC

Chief Achike Udenwa, a former Governor of Imo state,  has opened up on his alleged arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

His media aide, Peter Agba Kalu, said Chief Ud­enwa was never arrested, but invited by the anti-graft agency, which

The cost of national depression - Reuben Abati

“I hear the World Bank says Nigeria is now the worst place to do business in the entire world.”
“I don’t believe it.”

“I also hear that of the 15 fastest growing economies in Africa, Nigeria is no longer on the list.”
“I say I don’t believe that. And stop hearing bad things.”

“We are not even in the top 10 of the World Top 10 oil producers anymore. Yet, we used to be No. 6.”
“I still don’t believe that.”

“Inflation is now 13.2%, or well may be 12.8%.”
“Story.”

“If you go to the market with N400 to buy pepper, that amount can’t get you enough pepper to fry two eggs.”
“Stop eating eggs. Too much cholesterol is bad for your health.”

“Moody’s has also just downgraded Nigeria in its ratings for end of March 2016.”
“Moody’s?”

“Yes. It is a credit and investment ratings corporation.”
“It is called Moody? What do you expect, then, other than a moody report?”

Ford hits Nigeria with all new explorer, Figo

Unveils exclusive showroom, ‘Ford Protect’

The 2016 edition of Ford Explorer and Figo has been unveiled in Nigeria with a Ford Protect after market package covering a free repair service for a period of four-year or 120,000km.

Showcasing the vehicles and other maintenance packages in Lagos on Tuesday, Authorised dealer of the brand in Nigeria, Coscharis Motors said it intends to lead markets segments with the products and make vehicle ownership and repairs affordable and encouraging.

Speaking at the event, the organisation’s General Manager, Marketing and Corporate Services, Abiona Babarinde, said Ford users, who purchase vehicles from the company would be offered free oil change, brake pad, belts and hoses, wiper blade, shock absorber for the period covered.

How I got involved in Sanusi’s letter to Jonathan, by Amaechi

The Minister of Transportation, Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi yesterday disclosed his involvement in the ’leaked’ secret letter written by former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and now Emir of Kano, Sanusi Muhammad II to former President Goodluck Jonathan on the non-remittance of $49.8 billion from oil sale to the federation account. .

Sanusi had, in an interview with Forbes Africa Magazine, disclosed that Amaechi was responsible for leaking to Obasanjo a letter he (Sanusi) wrote to Jonathan on the “missing” $49.8 billion oil revenues.

What did Prince tell Charly Boy before he Died?

The past few weeks have really been memorable for those who love and appreciate the musical icon, Prince. He’s still mourned by many around the globe. He motivated and shaped many stars into what they have become today. Part of the numerous celebrities and ordinary people whom Prince touched, is our own CharlyBoy The AreaFada. This is what CharlyBoy had to say about the brief encounter he had with Prince.

Reasons George Bush & George Bush Jnr. won’t Endorse Donald Trump

The Bush family is keeping mute on the 2016 presidential election. Neither of the former presidents, George H.W. Bush or his son, George W. Bush will endorse a candidate for presidency, including Donald Trump.

"President Bush has no plans to participate in or comment on the presidential campaign," Bush Jr.'s personal aide Freddy Ford told PEOPLE about the younger of the two. 

Nigerian Army to court-martial two generals

The Nigerian Army on Thursday inaugurated a Special Court Martial to try two of its officers for undisclosed offences.

The Judge advocate, Col. Ibrahim Musa, administered the oath on the President of the Special Court Martial, Air Vice-Marshal James Gbum and three others.

Musa said that the purpose of the special court was to try two of army officers, Maj.-Gen. Ibrahim

London set to elect Muslim mayor

London was on track to become the first EU capital with a Muslim mayor as voters went to the polls Thursday after a bitter campaign between Prime Minister David Cameron’s Conservatives and the opposition Labour party.

Labour lawmaker Sadiq Khan, a former government minister and son of a bus driver from Pakistan, is tipped to beat Conservative multimillionaire environmentalist Zac Goldsmith in the race to run the British capital.

Both men voted shortly after polls opened at 7:00am (0600 GMT): Khan in his multi-ethnic constituency of Tooting in south London, and Goldsmith in his leafy, affluent southwestern suburb of

South African protesters set 17 schools ablaze

South African protesters torched 17 government schools during violent protests against the redrawing of municipal boundaries ahead of local elections this year, police and education officials said Thursday.

The protests started on Monday night in three neighbouring villages in the northern province of Limpopo when residents blockaded streets with rocks, pipes and burning tyres.

Of the 22 schools that were attacked, two were destroyed and 17 were damaged by fire, leaving 26,000 students without classrooms, education ministry spokesman Elijah Mhlanga told AFP