Reps investigate hike in cooking gas price

 

The House of Representatives in Abuja on Wednesday mandated its  Committee on Gas Resources and Petroleum Downstream to investigate reasons for the scarcity and incessant hike in the price of cooking gas.

This followed a motion by Rep. Sergius Ogun (PDP-Edo) which was unanimously adopted by members through a voice vote.

Stop Airing #BBNaija – Group Tells NBC

 

A NGO simply known as CitizenGO is gathering momentum and votes online asking the National Broadcasting Commission to stop airing Big Brother Naija. A petition was sent to the NBC, policy makers, the presidency and the public.

Battle over Olubadan stool: Court orders service on Olubadan

 

An Oyo state High Court Wednesday, ordered that the renewed writ of summons and other documents in the suit filed by the Seriki Chiefs, be served on counsel to the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji.
The battle over the stool of Olubadan of Ibadanland continued Wednesday with major parties to the case present in court against previous sitting when counsel to the Olubadan were not represented in the court.
The Seriki Chiefs that include Adebayo Oyediji, Olalekan Fakunle, Rashidi Abinupagun and Gabriel Kofoworola, had in the suit dragged Governor Abiola Ajimobi, the state Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice and Oba Adetunji, to court, over the installation of the monarch, following the death of Oba Samuel Odulana, Odugade 1.

Toke Makinwa heads to London for book her launch

 

Paying no to attention to her pained ex husband, Toke Makinwa takes her book, On Becoming, to London. Check out pics she shared on a flight to London from MMIA airport in Lagos.

PDP Crisis: I Did Not Endorse Modu-Sheriff – Jonathan

 

In continuation of discussions with the various stakeholders and organs of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), former President Goodluck Jonathan on Tuesday met with members of the party’s ministers’ forum.

Naira value to rise in the next six months, says Ajimobi

Governor Ajimobi

Oyo State Governor Abiola Ajimobi has predicted that the value of the Naira will rise in the next three to six months, saying things are getting better.
He spoke at a special prayer organised by the state for the nation and President Muhammadu Buhari at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan.

LAUTECH lecturers suspend strike

 

Lecturers at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso have suspended their eight months old strike.

Obanikoro, family sue EFCC for N100m

 

Senator Musiliu Obanikoro and his family have sued the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) at the Federal High Court in Lagos over the seizure and detention of their property.
They are seeking a declaration that the forceful seizure of their personal effects constitutes a gross violation of their rights.

BBNaija updates: Housemates discuss love, domestic issues

 

After gagging on Biggie’s nauseating mixtures of food to keep their secrets safe during Tuesday evening’s task, the Housemates quickly settled back into their routine, sharing stories and life experiences and this formed part of their midnight chat.

Police parade suspected killers of paymaster, Council official in Ekiti

 

The Ekiti State Police Command has arrested suspects who killed its paymaster, SP Idowu Taiwo on December 18 and an engineer attached to Ido/Osi Local Government Council, Kunle Enisan, on December 19 last year.

Rufus Giwa Polytechnic gets new rector

 

Governor Olusegun Mimiko of Ondo State has confirmed the appointment of Mr Idowu Ologunagba, as the substantive rector of the state-owned Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo.

Oyo assures residents of fairness

 

Owners of properties and structures on the Oke Adu Agodi-Gate-Idi Ape-Iwo Road Interchange have been assured of professionalism as the demolition and expansion of the road begins.

Mugabe Dismisses Corruption Allegations As He Turns 93

 

Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe brushed aside persistent allegations of corruption against senior officials yesterday as he celebrated his 93rd birthday, saying rumor-mongers were merely targeting “big fish” in his administration.

5 Reasons Why Wayne Rooney Leaving Manchester United in the Summer Makes Perfect Sense

 

Although he didn't explicitly state anything, Jose Mourinho's admission that Wayne Rooney may not be a Manchester United player next season appeared to sound the death knell for the striker. 

At 31, Rooney is approaching the winter years of his career and speculation continues to mount that United and England's all-time record goal-scorer will seek new employers at the end of the season. 

While it will be difficult for some fans to see such an influential player over the last decade depart, Rooney leaving makes perfect sense for him, the club and the supporters as a whole. 

Here's five reasons why. 

Photos from President Mugabe’s 93rd bday celebration

 

The world’s oldest active Head of State , Robert Gabriel Mugabe marked his 93rd birthday yesterday, February 21, 2017. Staff at his office in Harare threw him a party celebrate. See more pics below.

Photos of Mikel Obi’s daughters enjoy the good life

mikel&partner

 

 

 Olga Diyachenko, partner of Nigerian footballer Mikel Obi,shared lovely pics of their twins, Eva and Mia,  enjoying the fruits of their daddy’s labour. Accompaning the pics is a lovey dovey note to her man. Check them out below.

Ben Murray-Bruce: Regrets being in Government

 

While speaking to correspondents at the National Assembly, ​Senator Ben Murray-Bruce revealed regrets of being in government.

Furthermore he expressed frustration at the failure privatization programme initiated by the Obasanjo administration.

National Orientation Agency urge Nigerians stop calling Nigeria ‘Naija’

 

While speaking to press in Abuja on Tuesday, Mr Garba Abari, the Directot General of the National Orientation Agency urged Nigerians to desist from calling Nigeria as Naija. This he said will keep it’s originality as remix of the country’s name is not in its good interest.
He added that the agency in all its advocacy visits insist on the country being called Nigeria and not naija.