”In order to achieve our objectives in the implementation of the second mandate, there is need for a nation-wide infrastructural audit and data base.” According to him, in its first mandate, FCC had recorded appreciable progress. However, “It recognises that the implementation of its Second Mandate will position the Commission to strategically drive and enhance the success of Mr. President’s “Change” Agenda.

ILORIN—THREE members of Oodua Peoples’ Congress, OPC, were feared killed weekend at Agbamu in Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State following a violent clash between members protesting their expulsion from the group and other members.

‘’Although we are trying to cut down on the number of ministries, the morale of Nigerians in diaspora must be considered. This is because we are so many. We are aggressive whether in business or other facets of life. So, we will do everything possible to look after Nigerians wherever they are.” He also told the Nigerians not be in a haste to return home, saying it would compound the problems at home as there were no jobs to immediately engage them.

ABUJA—Senate President Bukola Saraki is moving to make peace with his adversaries in the Senate by conceding a number of strategic or juicy committee chairmanships to them. Senator Saraki’s moves despite the overwhelming vote of confidence he got from the Senate last Tuesday Vanguard learnt was a personal effort to also satisfy officials of the All Progressives Congress, APC and President Muhammadu Buhari who were dissatisfied with the manner he emerged.

Yenagoa—Former governorship candidate of the defunct Action Congress, APC, in Bayelsa State, Prince Ebitimi Amgbare has resigned his appointment as the General Manager of Bayelsa State Transport Company under the Governor Seriake Dickson administration.

The Outdoor Advertising Agencies of Nigeria, OAAN, has decried proliferation of approving agencies of government in the outdoor segment of the advertising industry. Mr. Emmanuel Ajufo, Secretary of the Association who also is the secretary of the West African Outdoor Advertising Association in a chat with Vanguard bemoaned the proliferation of outdoor approving agencies.

Akure—THE Pan Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere weekend frowned at the position of the Arewa Consultative Forum, ACF, on the implementation of the national conference by President Muhammadu Buhari.

Lagos State Government has commenced rehabilitation work of the road linking Ikotun and Ejigbo, in old Alimosho Local Government Area.

Unhealthy lifestyles, consumption of junk foods and lack of exercise have been linked to the growing incidences of heart attacks and other heart related problems among young people.

CONTROVERSY surrounding the alleged forgery of the Senate rule prior to the inauguration of the 8th Senate is still raging as the police high command has been criticized for delay in the prosecution of the suspects connected with the purported forgery.

Centre for the Vulnerable and Underprivileged, CENTREP, Warri Delta State, has called on the state Commissioner of Police, Mr. Alkali Usman, to arrest and put on trial, members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, NURTW, Uvwie chapter, who shot and injured two police officers, last week, as well as their sponsors.

The trial of a former Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Mr Stephen Osagiede Oronsaye, for alleged corruption by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has been situated within the context of a backlash arising from the pension reform he superintended while in office.

Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the best media-trained athletes in the world – but everybody has off days.

The Real Madrid superstar lost his cool when asked a question about FIFA, world football’s governing body.

Kelechi Iheanacho is pleased with his display in pre-season for Manchester City and reckons the Citizens are ready for their 2015/16 season.

The 18-year-old netted his second goal in five pre-season appearances on Saturday as City went down 2-4 to VfB Stuttgart at the Mercedes-Benz Arena.

Six-time champions Enyimba have overtaken Sunshine Stars at the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League.